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Aragon unions register general strike for 11 November
UGT and CCOO have registered an 11 November general strike in Aragón over stalled collective bargaining and rising housing costs. CGT and other unions have filed a call of their own, with demands including a 30-hour week and a 1500-euro minimum.
14 Government Officials Resign to Run on PSOE Lists
Six government delegates and eight subdelegates have left their posts to stand for the PSOE in Spain’s 29 November general election. Electoral law bars them from remaining in office as candidates, forcing a territorial reshuffle.
Madrid-Barcelona AVE services return as speed limits persist
Renfe restored all AVE services on Monday; Ouigo returns to its full timetable on Tuesday. Iryo will keep two morning trains suspended until Thursday, while 32 speed restrictions still add about 25 minutes to the journey.
AVE fire halts Madrid-Barcelona trains before services resume
A fire in an AVE’s rear cab stopped high-speed traffic near Ricla. All 283 passengers in one account were evacuated without injuries, though EFE and Telemadrid reported 380 people aboard.
Fire shuts Madrid to Barcelona high-speed line for five hours
Flames in an AVE’s rear cab forced 283 passengers off near Ricla. Two received care for dizziness as the fire halted 40 train movements on a holiday.
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.
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 spread activity across the city.
Museo Goya reopens after major Zaragoza expansion
Fundación Ibercaja has completed Museo Goya’s expansion in Zaragoza. A new entrance, restored architecture and a major opening exhibition recast the visit around Francisco de Goya.
AWS shifts Aragón tax payments to local councils
AWS will shift its municipal IAE payments in Aragón from Madrid to the towns hosting its data centres. The company will also cover the 2023-2026 tax period after pressure from local authorities and businesses.
Mónica García Seeks Congress Seat as Left Alliance Lacks Candidate
Spain's general election is set for 29 November 2026, but the Frente Amplio still has no agreed leader or formal structure. Mónica García wants the top Madrid slot, while Ada Colau's support is growing and Podemos remains central to any broad deal.
Storms batter Spain as rain and hail sweep the north and center
Spain faces another day of relentless storms as heavy rain and hail hit the north and central regions. Meteorologists warn of intense downpours, falling temperatures, and weather alerts across much of the country. The unsettled pattern is set to continue before a gradual return to stability.
Sumar allies skip Monday summit after election call
Compromís, Chunta Aragonesista and Més per Mallorca stayed away from Sumar's meeting. The parties will negotiate separately while waiting for guarantees on confederal rules.
Julio Llamazares wins Spain's 2026 National Narrative Prize
Julio Llamazares has received Spain's 2026 National Narrative Prize for 'El viaje de mi padre'. The novel follows his father's wartime route across Aragón, including the Battle of Teruel, and extends a connection with the region that began with Ainielle.
Julio Llamazares to receive Spain's National Narrative Prize
Julio Llamazares will receive Spain's National Narrative Prize for El viaje de mi padre. The €30,000 award recognises a career shaped by memory, abandoned landscapes and the human cost of war.
Tarragona faces red alert as heavy rain spreads across Spain
Tarragona could receive more than 250 litres per square metre. Heavy rain will spread across Spain on Friday, with emergency services urging extreme caution from early morning.
Feijóo would scrap Spain's anti-eviction shield
Alberto Núñez Feijóo's party would repeal the Government's two housing decrees if it reached La Moncloa. Municipal social services would then have to help vulnerable households find another home.
Heavy rain warnings hit eastern Spain as storms threaten key regions
Eastern Spain is on edge as storms threaten to dump up to 60 litres of rain per square metre in just one hour. Emergency warnings are active across Aragón, Baleares, Castilla-La Mancha, Cataluña, and the Comunidad Valenciana, with officials urging people to stay alert for flash floods and strong winds.
Nine Spanish regions brace for severe storms and torrential rain
Spain faces a surge of dangerous weather as nine regions are placed on alert for heavy rain and storms. The AEMET warns of intense downpours, hail, and strong winds, with orange warnings in effect for key eastern provinces.
Spain's Mortgage Market Hits a New Barrier for Homebuyers
Hundreds are camping in Madrid's Puerta del Sol as mortgage activity falls. The average loan has reached a record 180,785 euros, while fewer buyers are completing purchases.
Catalonia on edge as storms and rain warnings grip Spain
Severe storms are set to hit Catalonia and eleven other regions. Meteorologists warn of heavy rain, hail, and sharp drops in temperature. Millions face emergency alerts across Spain.
Spain faces a year of long weekends packed into the final months of 2027
Spain’s 2027 work calendar will deliver its most generous long weekends in the last quarter of the year. With major national holidays falling on Mondays and Tuesdays, the autumn promises extended breaks, while the first half of the year remains sparse for those seeking time off.
Spain Opens 2026 Flu and COVID Vaccination Campaign
Spain is setting dates for the 2026-2027 flu and COVID-19 campaign. Flu infections have tripled since last year, and surveillance data show the season is starting early. Regional calendars now set the dates for priority groups.
DNA returns 25 victims from Cuelgamuros to their families
DNA testing has identified 25 victims in the Cuelgamuros crypts. Their remains are returning to families after decades without answers, while researchers continue work on 602 bodies from 21 locations.
Spain faces record-breaking four-month summer as heat rewrites the season
Spain just lived through its longest, hottest summer in more than 150 years. Two out of every three days brought heatwave conditions, starting in mid-May and still not letting up. The north and northeast saw the sharpest spikes.
Zaragoza airport to launch 20 new routes, connecting 15 countries by 2027
Zaragoza airport is set for a major expansion, with 20 new routes to 15 countries launching in March 2027. Supported by €8.8 million in public funding, the initiative seeks to elevate the city’s status in European aviation.
PP and Vox-Run Regions Take In Minors Despite Their Refusal
Castilla y León, Aragón and Extremadura are receiving minors from Ceuta despite pledges by their PP and Vox governments to reject further arrivals. The transfers continue under Spain’s immigration law.
Diplodocus remains in Teruel challenge ideas about dinosaur migration
Paleontologists in Teruel have uncovered what may be the first Diplodocus remains found outside North America. Fourteen tail vertebrae and chevrons were identified at La Tejería, a find that could reshape views on dinosaur distribution.
Aragón’s new extracurricular rules spark resistance from schools
After a student died on a school trip, Aragón introduced Spain’s first law on extracurricular activities. School leaders and unions say the measure falls short and leaves teachers exposed. The future of trips and activities is now in doubt.
Spain recalls five barbecue and chimichurri sauces over hidden gluten risk
Spanish health officials have recalled five types of barbecue and chimichurri sauces sold under Dumt’s and Vulpi brands after undeclared gluten was found in multiple batches. The alert now affects eight autonomous communities, and consumers with gluten intolerance are urged to check batch numbers before using these products.
Aragon launches emergency wildfire overhaul after deadly summer losses
Aragon faces a sweeping overhaul of its wildfire response after losing nearly 36,000 hectares this summer. President Jorge Azcón pledges 51 million euros for new resources. Political divisions over climate change remain sharp.
Barbastro bishop presses Opus Dei to return medieval Virgin statue
The bishop of Barbastro-Monzón accuses Opus Dei of withholding the original contract for an 11th-century Virgin statue. The legal fight over the Torreciudad sanctuary grows, with the diocese demanding the image’s return.
Firefighters tackle major blaze at Chazar waste facility near Zaragoza
A large fire broke out at the Chazar waste management plant in La Puebla de Alfindén. Firefighters from Zaragoza and the provincial service are working to contain the blaze. The incident has caused a visible column of black smoke.
Fire at Chazar Recycling Plant Sends Smoke Over La Puebla de Alfindén
A large fire broke out at the Chazar recycling plant in La Puebla de Alfindén. Thick smoke was visible for kilometers. Firefighters from Zaragoza and the provincial brigade responded. No serious injuries have been reported so far.
Madrid sets record for school expense deductions as families chase relief
Spanish families in twelve regions can claim back part of their children's school expenses in 2026, but the rules and savings vary dramatically. Madrid leads with deductions up to 1,031 euros per child, while other regions set far lower caps and stricter requirements.
A Soldier’s Letters Reveal the Brutality of Spain’s Civil War
Personal letters and memoirs from Alfons de Batlle, a frontline medic, expose the harsh realities and moral dilemmas faced by ordinary Spaniards during the Civil War. His story, preserved by family, challenges official narratives and reveals the private cost of conflict.
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