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Storm Austen brings rough seas and strong winds to Spain
Storm Austen’s fronts are forecast to bring rain to north-western Spain and the Pyrenees, with very strong winds and rough seas in the north. Temperatures are expected to rise across the country on Sunday.
Polar jet may drive 100 km/h winds across northern Spain
A rapidly deepening low could bring gusts above 100 km/h to Galicia and the Cantabrian coast between Thursday and Friday. Waves may reach 10 metres as temperatures fall.
Milei's first Spain visit as president without Abascal
The Argentine president is due at Fundación Disenso during Vox's pre-campaign. Abascal is travelling between La Coruña and Avilés, while Milei's Madrid schedule includes a meeting with Isabel Díaz Ayuso.
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.
Three fronts could bring rain to northern Spain
DANA Adam is expected to fade as high pressure brings steadier conditions to many parts of Spain. Mario Picazo says up to three Atlantic fronts could still bring rain to the north, with another forecast for Thursday or Friday.
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.
Vaccination takes a bigger role in heart protection
Flu can raise heart attack risk tenfold in vulnerable patients. SEMERGEN specialists want vaccination folded into cardiovascular care, where infection prevention can reduce severe complications.
Polar air mass sends temperatures plunging across Spain
A blast of polar air is sweeping into Spain, knocking down daytime highs and setting up the coldest nights so far this autumn. As storms move out, northern and inland regions brace for a sharp drop in temperatures.
Third death confirmed as Catalonia storm searches continue
A third person has died in Catalonia after severe flooding. Two people remain missing as rescue teams deal with damaged rail links, power cuts and new weather warnings.
Storms and cold air threaten Spain during the Pilar holiday
Spain faces a turbulent Pilar holiday as Aemet signals the arrival of intense storms, heavy rainfall, and a sharp drop in temperatures. The southwest, Alborán, Canary Islands, and Balearic Islands are set for the most severe weather, with some areas under orange alert.
Madrid drives Spain's private healthcare expansion
Madrid remains Spain's leading region for healthcare privatisation. Asturias, Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha are catching up fastest, while private cover and out-of-pocket costs deepen differences in access.
Fernando Alonso Sets Aston Martin Dakar Return for 2027
Fernando Alonso is preparing a 2027 Dakar comeback in a former Dacia Sandrider developed by Prodrive. The car would carry Aston Martin colours, with Marc Coma expected to return as his co-driver.
Fourth arrest follows ideological attack on Oviedo housing camp
Police have arrested a fourth suspect after an attack on Oviedo's housing camp. All four detainees face allegations linked to public disorder and ideological hatred.
Violent Attack Shakes Housing Protest in Oviedo
A night of tension erupted in Oviedo as housing activists camping in La Escandalera reported a violent assault by a group performing Nazi salutes. Three suspects were detained by police. The incident has intensified calls for public action and renewed focus on Spain’s housing crisis.
Gonzalo Suárez leaves behind a cult classic in Remando al viento
Gonzalo Suárez's Remando al viento became a rare Spanish cult film. Its international cast, six Goya wins and 58-week Madrid run still define its unusual place in Spanish cinema.
Melendi ignites Granada with a sold out tour launch
Melendi opened his latest tour in Granada with a packed Plaza de Toros and a setlist spanning his 25-year career. Fans camped out for days to secure a spot, braving rain and chilly autumn air for a night of pop rock anthems.
Spain's cultural world says goodbye to Gonzalo Suárez
Gonzalo Suárez was mourned at Madrid's San Isidro funeral home after his death on 29 September 2026 at the age of 92. Actors, directors and cultural figures remembered a career that crossed cinema, literature and journalism.
Maruja Torres urges left unity ahead of Spanish elections
Maruja Torres, acclaimed journalist and author, has delivered a blunt message to Spain’s left-wing parties ahead of the upcoming elections. In a candid interview, she called for unity and urged voters to back the left, while reflecting on her own experiences with age, politics, and the realities of social care.
Maruja Torres faces Zapatero jewel scandal and the loss of ideals
Maruja Torres returns with a book that refuses to look back. She threads Beirut, grief, and political letdown into a raw look at happiness and the failures of those once trusted. Her voice cuts through as sharp as ever.
Gonzalo Suárez returns to television with Remando al viento
Historia de nuestro cine will honour Gonzalo Suárez with Remando al viento. The programme will also show his final television conversation, recorded after he received the Goya de Honor 2026 in Barcelona.
Gonzalo Suárez leaves Spanish cinema with a restless legacy
Gonzalo Suárez has died at his Madrid home aged 92. He leaves behind 21 films and a literary career shaped by experimentation.
Permanent rental supply shrinks as seasonal listings surge
Spain has lost 20% of its permanent rental listings in three years. Seasonal homes have more than doubled as rent controls change the choices facing landlords and tenants.
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.
Spain's housing protests put emergency decree under pressure
Hundreds of people remain in Madrid's Puerta del Sol as tenants demand urgent protection. The government is racing to agree on a decree before Tuesday's cabinet meeting, but its scope remains disputed.
Storm clouds threaten northern Spain as temperatures plunge
A surge of cold air is set to disrupt Spain’s weather this Sunday, with dense clouds, a sharp drop in maximum temperatures, and the threat of heavy rain and hail in the north. The State Meteorological Agency warns of unstable skies and local extremes.
Alonso retires in Baku as Honda rejects engine failure
Fernando Alonso retired on lap 21 of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after reporting a sharp loss of straight-line speed. Honda says its data showed no engine fault and will review the car, power output and energy management.
Europe's Wealthy Are Moving North to Escape Extreme Heat
Affluent families are leaving Europe's hottest regions. Northern Spain is drawing buyers who want water, green landscapes and milder summers.
Fabero ticket wins a €49,213 La Primitiva prize
A La Primitiva ticket sold at Fabero's Lottery Administration No. 1 has won €49,213.69. No ticket won the top categories, pushing the next jackpot to €28.5 million.
Strong Storms Put Northern Spain on Sunday Alert
A colder air mass will change Spain's weather on Sunday, 27 September 2026. Northern regions could see strong storms, hail and up to 15 mm of rain in one hour, while the Guadalquivir Valley may stay above 35 degrees.
"Cohete" Suárez Wins Spanish Rally Crown as Llanes Mourns
On 26 September 2026, Soraya Barreiro died during the Rally Villa de Llanes after a car left the El Mazucu stage and caught fire. José Antonio "Cohete" Suárez still secured the S-CER title, but the result brought no celebration.
George Russell takes pole as Carlos Sainz starts ninth in Baku
George Russell secured Mercedes' fifth pole of the season in Baku. Carlos Sainz reached Q3 for the first time in 2026, but a yellow-flag investigation could still change his starting place.
Basque pensions stay highest in Spain, but growth slows
Basque retirees get the biggest pensions in Spain, topping the national average by more than 300 euros. But growth in Euskadi is now among the slowest, raising new questions as the number of pensioners keeps rising.
AMA reports two more attacks on its Oviedo stand
The Asociación Moza d’Asturies has reported two further incidents at its Oviedo stand, a week after five people were detained over an assault on its members.
TEMUDAS turns Las Palmas into a live stage
The 30th Festival TEMUDAS brings theatre and live arts to Las Palmas until September 26, pairing Canarian creators with touring artists and a wider cultural exchange across northern Spain.
Spain faces severe weather as orange alerts issued nationwide
Spain braces for a turbulent Wednesday as the national weather agency issues orange alerts for storms and heavy rain. From Madrid to Valencia, millions are set to experience dramatic shifts in temperature, strong winds, and the risk of flooding.
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