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Junts demands ban on evictions by investment funds
Junts per Catalunya is pressing the Spanish government to block investment funds from evicting vulnerable families and to restrict their home purchases. The party’s proposals aim to curb speculation and protect tenants as the government prepares new housing measures.
Junts under fire as Maricarmen's eviction sparks housing fight
The forced eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from her Madrid home has set off a political storm. With a new housing decree up for debate, Junts per Catalunya faces public anger and tough questions about its stance on property owner protections.
Desigual intenta recuperar el pulso que perdió
Desigual is rebuilding its business after a sharp decline. Digital sales and younger customers offer early signs of recovery, but the company still has to turn that change into steady growth.
León XIV takes Europe's Catholic message to France
León XIV begins a four-day visit to France with major religious and political stakes. Notre Dame and Lourdes will frame a journey shaped by large crowds and tight security, alongside meetings with abuse survivors.
Madrid eviction triggers scramble over Spain's housing law
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen in Madrid has pushed the Spanish government into urgent talks with Junts and other partners over a new emergency housing decree. The outcome could change protections for vulnerable tenants and shake up the coalition.
Johnny Depp unveils his first sculpture in Istanbul
Johnny Depp has presented his first sculpture at Contemporary Istanbul. The two-metre white bronze work draws on a childhood drawing by his son and a recurring dream from Depp's own childhood.
Progesterone May Change How the Brain Reads Emotion
A University of Barcelona study links higher progesterone with less precise emotional processing and lower mood. The findings could help shape more personalized care for hormone-related mood disorders.
Higher Progesterone Linked to Weaker Emotional Processing
A study led by the Universitat de Barcelona links higher progesterone levels with weaker emotional processing. Women reported lower mood when their brains were less able to distinguish easier situations from more difficult ones.
Partial human remains discovered in Cabrera d'Anoia home
Catalan police found a man's decomposed body inside a house in Cabrera d'Anoia. The discovery has shocked the town as investigators work to establish whether he died of natural causes or a crime took place.
Police find man dead for two years in Barcelona home
Catalan police found a 77-year-old man's remains in Cabrera d’Anoia after neighbors noticed years of silence and neglect. His wife and daughter had not left the house since the pandemic and continued living there with his body.
Madrid eviction exposes the cost of Spain's housing crisis
Maricarmen Abascal was taken from her Madrid home on a stretcher after police and social services enforced a court-ordered eviction. The 87-year-old paid less than €500 a month. Her case has put Spain's housing crisis back under scrutiny.
Nou Barris fills La Mercè week with concerts and local culture
Nou Barris is giving La Mercè a full local programme. Concerts lead the week, while Tasta Nou Barris brings five district establishments together and La Titellada adds puppetry from Tuesday.
High progesterone may blur the brain's emotional signals
A University of Barcelona study links higher progesterone levels to less distinct brain responses to emotional situations. The finding could lead to more tailored assessments of hormone-related mood disorders.
Architect Josep Juanpere’s wife arrested in Madrid over Baqueira death
The investigation into architect Josep Juanpere’s sudden death in Baqueira has taken a new turn. Police have arrested his wife in Madrid on suspicion of homicide, months after his death.
Foldable phones turn accessories into fashion statements
Samsung and Dominnico have created accessories for the new Galaxy Z range. A 149-euro Apple Folio appears in a retailer listing for the alleged iPhone Duo, but Apple has not officially confirmed the phone or the accessory. The phone is becoming part of the outfit.
One dead and 13 injured in fire at Catalan care home
One resident died after a fire broke out at a care home in L'Ametlla del Vallès. Thirteen people were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation, while emergency crews assisted 78 people and evacuated residents from two floors.
Catalan court backs firing of teacher who refused duties and defied school rules
A Catalan secondary school teacher earning more than €2,300 a month was fired after refusing to grade students and skipping meetings, while also working remotely without approval. The region’s top court ruled the dismissal was justified, drawing a clear line on teacher autonomy in private schools.
Malú steps back into the spotlight with 'QUINCE' and a new outlook
Malú marks 28 years in Spanish music with her new album 'QUINCE' and a tour across Spain. At 44, she is entering a new phase shaped by motherhood and a low-profile romance with Ángel Fernández, known as 'El Turco'.
Codorníu weighs asset sales after record profit
Raventós Codorníu has posted its highest net profit while reviewing possible asset sales. Carlyle is still considering offers for a majority or minority stake.
Barcelona puts music heritage at the heart of La Mercè
Free concerts will bring symphonic and band music to Nou Barris. The Museu de la Música will add workshops and exhibitions, alongside heritage events, while a new arrangement of Els segadors receives its first performance.
Single tumour clones take control in Waldenström macroglobulinaemia
A Clínic-IDIBAPS study shows how one tumour clone can gain an advantage over others in Waldenström macroglobulinaemia. The findings link genetic changes and immune-cell interactions to disease progression.
Barcelona heats up as temperatures climb to thirty one degrees
Barcelona heads into Monday with temperatures expected to hit thirty-one degrees. The city will see mostly clear skies, while nearby towns face their own weather shifts. The heat is expected to last through midweek.
Report of Spanish theatre critic Marcos Ordóñez's death remains unconfirmed
Marcos Ordóñez has been reported dead at 69 after a major career in Spanish theatre criticism. His work linked performance with literature, cinema, music and popular culture, though the death report has not been independently confirmed.
Alzheimer's research moves toward treatments that can change the disease
Women account for nearly twice the Alzheimer's prevalence seen among men, and early signs can remain subtle for years. Mercè Boada explains why diagnosis and new treatments are changing the field.
Eating Disorders Are Being Missed in Women Over 50
Eating disorders are increasingly affecting middle-aged women in Spain, but restrictive habits are often mistaken for healthy self-care. Menopause can make the warning signs even harder to spot.
Joventut and Barça meet for the season's first national title
Joventut and Barça will play for the first national title of the 2026/27 season. The Supercopa Endesa final starts at 19:00h on Sunday 20/09 at Badalona's Palau Olímpic, with live coverage and statistics available.
Sánchez attacks PP and Vox over Ceuta crisis response
Pedro Sánchez has pledged fresh funding for Ceuta, including direct aid for small businesses and self-employed workers from October. He accused PP and Vox of seeking political images instead of helping solve the crisis.
ERC calls for control over Barcelona airport expansion
ERC wants Barcelona Airport’s planned expansion halted. Diana Riba is calling for Catalonia to control future investment and put rail ahead of further tourism-led growth.
Supreme Court move blocks votes under Spain's Ley de nietos
Pedro Sánchez calls the Supreme Court's precautionary measures very serious. The decision affects voters who gained Spanish nationality through the Ley de nietos and registered abroad.
Sánchez turns the Ceuta crisis into a direct fight with PP and Vox
Pedro Sánchez has promised every necessary resource for Ceuta while accusing PP and Vox of using the crisis for political gain. The dispute now spans border policy, including citizenship and voting rights.
Travel insurance grows as tourists prepare for a riskier journey
Travel insurance is growing by around 5% a year as tourists reassess risks from war and natural disasters, with transport failures also changing their expectations. Heymondo forecasts a 40% rise in premiums and says it will insure more than two million travellers this year.
Lucas González unveils his new nose and breaks his silence
Lucas González has shown the result of his nose reconstruction in Turkey. His appearance also brought his dispute with Andy Morales back into the spotlight.
Barcelona Moves La Mercè Piromusical to Bogatell
Barcelona will celebrate La Mercè from 23 to 27 September. The piromusical moves to Bogatell, while free concerts and museum access extend across all ten districts.
What Raphinha's Atlético de Madrid criticism was about
Raphinha's remark about Atlético de Madrid concerned the club's handling of Julián Álvarez's future, not an incident between Barcelona and Atlético. In an interview with RAC1, the Barcelona player questioned the decision to keep a footballer who had reportedly made clear that he wanted to leave.
Police dismantle cybercrime network behind mass fraud in Spain
A major police operation has led to the arrest of 44 people accused of orchestrating large-scale online scams across Spain. The group allegedly used advanced social engineering and laundered stolen funds through cryptocurrencies, leaving more than 140 victims and losses exceeding 430,000 euros.
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