Puigdemont return stalls over amnesty ruling and election optics
Carles Puigdemont is unlikely to return to Catalonia soon. The amnesty remains unresolved in his case, while his team weighs the political meaning of his arrival.
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Spain’s Growth Forecast Rises as Energy Fuels Inflation
The Banco de España lifts its growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027. Domestic demand is holding up, but higher energy costs are pushing inflation further from the European Central Bank’s target.
ERC, EH Bildu renew Senate pact for 29 November
ERC and EH Bildu will repeat their 2023 Senate alliance on 29 November. Both parties still need to ratify the pact, which puts housing at the centre of their parliamentary agenda.
Spain Raises Growth Forecast as Energy Costs Drive Inflation
The Bank of Spain lifted its 2026 growth forecast to 2.6%, yet expects inflation to average 3.9%. Energy costs are squeezing households and public finances as the recovery gathers pace.
Gabriel Celaya Made Poetry a Public Weapon
His life moved between factory management and social poetry. Engineering shaped his work. War and love followed his path into rebellion.
Melilla readies a royal welcome for Felipe VI
Juan José Imbroda is urging residents to fill Plaza de España for Felipe VI and Letizia on 14 October. The confirmed itinerary gives the royal visit a formal role beyond the planned public welcome.
Rufián Faces ERC Test Before Catalonia’s Snap Election
Rufián has until Sunday to seek ERC’s Barcelona nomination. Junqueras rejects a broad alliance that could weaken the party’s independentist identity.
Seat Pushes for Audi Q4 e-tron at Martorell
Seat is negotiating for a larger electric model at Martorell. The Audi Q4 e-tron could arrive from 2032, but Volkswagen has approved no allocation.
Spain Vote Puts Listed Companies on a Political Tightrope
The November 29 vote has pushed Spanish equities into a new risk cycle. Its result could ease pressure on lenders and property firms while leaving state-linked companies exposed to changes in strategy.
Colau opens Frente Amplio to Rufián before 29N
Ada Colau has invited Gabriel Rufián to join Frente Amplio. She wants his influence to unite Spain’s left before the 29N elections.
Roca Rey Carries Valencia to a Grandstand Finale
Roca Rey turned two difficult bulls into a double victory. Morante showed flashes of torería, while Tomás Rufo took one ear.
Shakira booking leaves La Revuelta racing the clock
David Broncano reached Shakira at Macondo Park with about 15 minutes to spare. A late confirmation and a flight to catch shaped the episode, as the interview location kept moving.
Madrid Robotaxi Plans Hit Roadblocks as Legal and Costs Mount
Robotaxi projects in Spain are losing steam. Legal gridlock and rising costs have forced a rethink, with industry insiders casting doubt on the timeline and business case for self-driving taxis in Madrid.
Driver curiosity stalls Spanish highways with phantom jams
Gridlock with no crash, debris or warning sign: Spanish highways keep seizing up. Drivers slow to look, turning minor distractions into sprawling jams and new hazards.
Mpox death in Euskadi leaves cause unresolved
A 61-year-old man died at Hospital de Donostia after contracting mpox. His cancer and severe immune suppression, together with a suspected hospital exposure, have complicated efforts to establish the direct cause of death.
Feijóo Leaves RTVE Interview Door Open
The PP would accept an RTVE interview during the campaign for Spain’s 29 November election, but only if the corporation produces the programme itself. No presenter or programme has been confirmed.
Zaragoza puts firefighters at the heart of Pilar 2026
Zaragoza opens Fiestas del Pilar 2026 on 10 October, with firefighters delivering the pregón from the Town Hall balcony. A sports parade and concerts will then bring activity across the city.
Mohamed VI draws a line with Spain over Ceuta
Morocco’s king has issued his first public message since the Ceuta crisis. Ahead of Felipe VI’s planned visit, he warned that cooperation with Spain cannot be subject to pressure or threats, including blackmail.
Museo Goya reopens after major Zaragoza expansion
Fundación Ibercaja has completed Museo Goya’s expansion in Zaragoza. A new entrance and restored architecture frame a major opening exhibition focused on Francisco de Goya.
Prosecutor urges Supreme Court to restore Spaniards’ votes
Spain’s Public Prosecutor’s Office wants the Supreme Court to lift the suspension before the 29 November election, when about 400,000 overseas registrations could be affected.
Telefónica slides as Ibex 35 retakes 19,000 points
The Ibex 35 ended the week higher, led by Cellnex as Telefónica dropped sharply. SpaceX revived concern over Starlink competition, though its US spectrum deal still needs FCC approval.
Genesis GV60 Magma hits Spain with 650 hp and bold style
Genesis brings the GV60 Magma to Spain, a 650-horsepower electric crossover aimed at shaking up the luxury segment. It pairs raw speed with upscale comfort and advanced tech, taking direct aim at established rivals.
Russell puts Mercedes on top before sprint Qualy
George Russell set the pace in final practice on soft tyres. Ferrari and McLaren stayed close, while Red Bull ran only medium tyres. Alonso and Sainz remained in the midfield.
BYD Seagull grows, gains power in new Chinese launch
BYD’s Seagull returns to the Chinese market with a major jump in size and power. The overhaul puts pressure on rivals and leaves the car’s European future hanging in the balance.
Guardia Civil breaks up catalytic converter theft gang in Spain
A mobile gang stripping catalytic converters from parked cars has been busted by the Guardia Civil after a string of thefts across Zaragoza, Palencia, Granada, and Valladolid. The crackdown exposes how these car parts became a magnet for thieves.
Tesla Model 3 in Spain lands sharper screen and longer range
Tesla has shaken up its Model 3 lineup in Spain with a bigger display and fresh wheel choices, while the Performance model gets a clear range boost. The update also changes the name of its autonomous driving technology.
Hospital Mpox Death Puts San Sebastián Protocol Under Scrutiny
A 61-year-old cancer patient died after contracting Mpox at Hospital Donostia. More than 30 contacts are under medical surveillance as Osakidetza defends its response.
PSOE backs every debate before 29 November
The PSOE says it will attend every proposed debate before 29 November. Feijóo has accepted a Mediaset face-to-face with Sánchez, but the broadcaster has not publicly fixed a date and the PP has suggested 16 November.
CTAO North Adds Four Telescopes in La Palma
Four giant telescopes will be inaugurated on La Palma on 15 October 2026. Construction is ending, but commissioning and formal acceptance will determine when they begin scientific operations.
Anne Carson Puts Translation at Literature’s Center
Anne Carson turns translation into a literary act. Her Nobel recognition follows books where damaged texts, modern lives and classical forms occupy the same page.
Amaral turns Maricarmen’s eviction into a song of grief
Eva Amaral and Juan Aguirre dedicated two songs to Maricarmen Abascal, who died aged 87 after 14 days in a Madrid hospital. Her eviction has become a national symbol of housing pain.
Sánchez keeps García Ortiz pardon on the table
Pedro Sánchez has not ruled out pardoning former State Prosecutor General Álvaro García Ortiz before the 29 November election. His promise to halt evictions faces parliamentary resistance: Junts and PP voted against housing measures, while Vox also opposed them.
Spain Faces 54 Days of Political Convulsion, Ruiz Warns
Pedro Ruiz condemns Spain’s worsening political confrontation after elections were called for 29 November. Housing protests and labour tensions are unfolding alongside a contested campsite in Madrid.
Windows turns into Microsoft’s local base for AI agents
Microsoft and NVIDIA are putting AI agents on Windows hardware. New containers and machines target local execution while reducing cloud traffic.
ICE shooting in New York sparks protest outside hospital
A Dominican man was shot inside his car during an ICE operation in New York. His five-year-old son was in the vehicle as protesters later gathered outside the hospital.