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Report ties Spanish egg withdrawal to Salmonella outbreak
A report links at least 13 illnesses in Spain to Salmonella Enteritidis in eggs said to have been withdrawn from sale. Public sources reviewed did not confirm the batch, its distribution to Portugal or the reported RASFF classification.
Spain’s €6.5bn autumn payouts arrive in two waves
BBVA pays first on 15 October; Santander and Inditex follow on 2 November. The combined total exceeds €6.5 billion, though it includes buybacks as well as dividends.
Skoda’s Epiq Sportline brings 440 km range, price still unknown
The Sportline tops Skoda’s Epiq range with up to 440 km of claimed range and 211 hp. Skoda has not disclosed its price.
Renault Weighs Electric Espace for Palencia
Renault has not committed the E-Space Concept to production. But the prototype could preview an electric successor to the Espace built in Palencia, part of a wider plan for five new models at Spanish plants by 2028.
Sofía Rewears Her Red Suit at Madrid’s National Day Parade
Sofía travelled from Paris for Spain’s National Day parade on 12 October 2026. She wore again the red suit she first brought to an official event in Oviedo.
Zaragoza’s flower offering expects nearly 100,000 participants
Nearly 100,000 people are expected at Zaragoza’s flower offering for the Virgen del Pilar. Venezuela is this year’s guest country at one of the main events of the city’s patronal celebrations.
Woodford and Hall win Nobel for reshaping stabilization policy
Michael Woodford and Robert E. Hall receive the economics Nobel for work on stabilizing economies. Their models trace how policy decisions shape household and business choices, and why central-bank communication can move markets.
Canary Islands see 1,107 arrivals in nine boats
Nine boats brought 1,107 people to the Canary Islands since Friday. Sunday saw 668 arrivals and six people taken to hospital, as arrivals climbed after a steep early-year fall.
Ferrera and Román Shake Up the Toroslam Rankings
A double Puerta Grande at Las Ventas sent Antonio Ferrera and Román up the rankings. Cristiano Torres led Zaragoza numerically, while Roca Rey extended his Valencia advantage.
Spain’s Left Has Until Friday to Forge a Coalition
Antonio Maíllo is pressing Spain’s left-wing parties to agree before 16 October 2026. Podemos still demands open primaries, while the Frente Amplio has no settled candidate.
Spain's Left Faces a 29 November Coalition Test
Sumar is becoming Frente Amplio with Ada Colau as its prospective leader. Podemos is weighing a solo campaign as negotiations approach the 16 October deadline.
Madrid stages Spain’s National Day under military display
Spain’s royal family will lead Madrid’s National Day ceremony on Monday 12 October. Aircraft, military vehicles and thousands of participants will move through the capital as road closures begin at 07:00.
Mixtur 2026 takes contemporary music across Barcelona
Mixtur runs from 15 to 25 October across 11 Barcelona venues. Its 15th edition includes 24 concerts, sound installations and family events, with most performances free.
Weather Could Ground Madrid’s 2026 Air Parade
Madrid’s 12 October display lists 81 aircraft and helicopters, while independent reports count 82 or 83. The formations remain dependent on visibility, wind and cloud cover.
Spanish savers keep paying for familiar financial risks
Spanish savers have repeatedly entered complex products without grasping the risks. The names changed from stamps to cryptocurrencies, but the losses did not.
Moroccan warships entered waters claimed by Spain
Moroccan naval vessels entered waters claimed by Spain during the July migrant crisis. Spain sent warships to Ceuta after repeated incursions reportedly brought patrol boats close to a collision.
The Devils returns with its missing footage restored
Ken Russell’s The Devils returns in a director-approved 4K restoration. The missing crucifix sequence and censored ending will screen in the United States on 16 October 2026, followed by UK and Ireland cinemas on 30 October.
PSOE fails to secure Senate pact with Frente Amplio
Talks in Madrid produced no Senate deal between PSOE and Frente Amplio. With the 16 October coalition deadline approaching, disputes over candidates and provincial lists are widening.
North Korea Launches Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan
The launches came four days after South Korea tested a hypersonic missile. Japan said at least two objects likely fell beyond its exclusive economic zone.
German used cars pour into Spain with hidden risks and mileage scams
German used cars tempt Spanish buyers with lower prices and better features, yet most arrive carrying accident records and many show tampered mileage. The real price of these deals often stays buried.
Migrants say Ceuta buses ended at Morocco border
Migrants removed from settlements in Ceuta say officials promised registration at reception camps before buses took them to Morocco. Their accounts challenge the official classification of 1,823 returns as voluntary.
Robles brings Ceuta into Spain’s military message
Margarita Robles used a pre-National Day military briefing to address troops abroad and the Ceuta command. Her message tied overseas operations to Spain’s position on Ceuta and Melilla.
Mercadona shutters stores nationwide for Día de la Hispanidad
Mercadona will keep supermarkets closed across Spain on October 12 for Día de la Hispanidad and the Pilar holiday. The two-day pause, including Sunday, underscores the chain’s hardline stance on holiday closures.
Spain’s Deal Market Shrinks 25% Under Sánchez
Spain has logged €410 billion in acquisitions since June 2018. Higher rates and state controls have cooled dealmaking even as the Ibex 35 climbed above 19,000 points.
Mari Carmen García Vela returns to Informe Semanal
After 29 years away, Mari Carmen García Vela returned to Informe Semanal for a one-off edition marking TVE’s 70th anniversary and the programmes that shaped Spanish television.
AVATR 06T targets Spain with electric speed and upscale design
Backed by Changan, CATL and Huawei, AVATR is plotting a 2027 launch in Spain’s premium car sector. Its first models bring high-output electric power and bold styling to a crowded field.
Aitana Sánchez-Gijón takes housing protest to national stage
The actress joined Madrid’s Puerta del Sol camp as evictions and a housing shortage pushed the protest beyond youth politics. Her message cast access to homes as a national issue.
Sandra Barneda y Pascalle Paerel se casan en Candeleda
Sandra Barneda and Pascalle Paerel married in Candeleda on 10 October 2026. The civil ceremony brought relatives and close friends from Spain and the Netherlands to a place tied to Barneda's home and literary work.
Citroën bets on stripped-down 2 CV electric for €15000
Citroën’s new 2 CV electric concept ditches excess for charm and simplicity. With a €15000 target price and a featherweight build, the brand is taking direct aim at the budget EV segment.
AVATR pushes into Spain with high-powered electric cars
AVATR plans to land in Spain and Norway in 2027, rolling out two electric models with up to 955 horsepower. The Chinese brand is betting on advanced tech and bold design to unsettle Europe’s luxury car market.
Robles puts Ceuta and Melilla at Spain’s defence centre
Margarita Robles reaffirmed Spain’s position on Ceuta and Melilla while addressing troops abroad. Spain is maintaining 17 missions with about 3,000 personnel across four continents.
Spain's Supermarket Hours Split on 11 and 12 October
Spain's national holiday could change supermarket hours. Mercadona is generally expected to close, while selected convenience stores may open with reduced hours. Each branch requires a direct check.
Volkswagen pushes For Europe plan to shield jobs and speed EV rollout
Volkswagen is pressing European leaders and industry to close ranks against global rivals. The For Europe plan aims to protect 476,400 jobs and ramp up electric car output, with Spain set as the launchpad for new urban EVs.
Madrid retailers set different hours for 12 October
Spain’s national holiday allows trading in Madrid, but it does not set one timetable. Retailers and shopping centres can choose their own hours, and some branches may stay closed.
163.020 new Spanish citizens face an uncertain vote
A Supreme Court review has put the 29 November vote in doubt for thousands who gained Spanish nationality through the ley de nietos. Their registration remains under scrutiny.
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