Spain’s medicines agency warns that human minoxidil can cause severe cardiovascular toxicity in pets, especially cats. In one set of reports, 8 of 62 cats that developed symptoms died; exposure can come from contaminated hands or bedding.
Anonymous TikTok accounts used the Blocus label to draw young people to Barcelona, where shops were looted and 33 fires were reported. The Mossos are investigating who ran the profiles.
Protests over living costs spread across Europe this weekend. In France, unrest damaged public buildings as food prices across the EU climbed 34% from August 2021 to August 2026.
Carles Puigdemont says a return after the amnesty law is applied would not necessarily make him opposition leader in the Catalan parliament. He wants to see for himself how Catalonia has changed since 2017.
José Antonio Portillo Vesga has won Spain’s 2026 National Performing Arts for Children and Young People Prize, worth €30,000. The jury singled out Museo del Tiempo, where visitors bury objects and record their locations on a map using QR codes.
Remote tampering pushed refrigerator temperatures as high as 50°C in French supermarkets, spoiling stock at hundreds of stores. Belgium and the Netherlands faced separate retail disruptions, and investigators have not linked the incidents.
Spain’s constitutional ruling and the temporary lifting of the arrest warrant have cleared Puigdemont’s immediate path home. Junts now faces the risk that his return could expose the limits of his electoral weight.
The Constitutional Court has weakened the legal barrier to Carles Puigdemont’s return. His arrest order is suspended, but amnesty still requires a separate court decision.
La Pausa has reopened after a careful restoration led by Peter Marino. The villa retains Coco Chanel's austere design and personal details, and Matthieu Blazy has made it the setting for Chanel's first spring campaign.
Gonzalo Boye, the legal architect behind Carles Puigdemont’s defense, says Spain’s amnesty for the exiled Catalan leader is imminent. He sharply criticizes Pedro Sánchez, accusing him of political manipulation and a lack of real reform.
EU interior ministers have approved rules intended to speed up deportations. Spain was the only country to vote against them, while Belgium abstained.
Spain will be the only EU country to vote against the new regulation, which would allow migrants to be detained for up to 24 months and authorize deportation centers outside the EU. The move leaves Spain isolated on migration policy as the rest of the bloc pushes for tougher measures.
A dramatic solo run from Michael Olise in the 88th minute handed France a 1-0 win over Belgium. Despite a heavily rotated lineup, Zidane's team dominated possession and created chances, but found a breakthrough only at the very end. The result puts France at the top of their Nations League group ahead of their next match against Italy.
EQT is preparing to sell its controlling stake in Parques Reunidos. JPMorgan will manage the process, which values the holding at about €1.7 billion.
Carles Puigdemont has questioned Spain's position on Ceuta and Melilla. His remarks come as migration pressures lead a new political clash.
Train service in the basic and northern Netherlands was brought to a halt after metal pipes were deliberately placed on the tracks. The incident forced emergency stops and widespread closures during rush hour. Police are investigating what they call an unprecedented act.
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.
Madrid now requires official residency for its youth transport pass. Foreign and out-of-region students face costs nearly triple the local rate. The change disrupts academic life and has sparked political backlash.
Taylor Fritz lost a two-set lead and crashed out of the US Open. Francisco Cerundolo came back to reach the fourth round. Several top seeds have already been eliminated in New York.
Wout van Aert claimed his fourth career Vuelta stage win after a tactical day in 39-degree heat. The Belgian extended his strong season as rivals struggled to control breakaways and shifting threats.
Wout van Aert powered to victory in Loja after a punishing day marked by crashes and withdrawals. Enric Mas kept the leader’s jersey as the peloton splintered and teams worked to contain threats. The toll on riders was severe.
Ceuta’s prosecution service is investigating 20 sexual assaults against migrant women and girls since late July. Five men are under formal investigation. The surge follows a mass border crossing from Morocco.
Spain and five European countries have approved the official list of 21 names for major storms and danas in 2026-2027. The naming system aims to improve public alerts and cross-border coordination.
Europe’s Proba-3 mission has created artificial solar eclipses in space lasting up to six hours, allowing researchers to observe the Sun’s corona in detail beyond the limits of natural eclipses.
Taulant Toma, who escaped from four European prisons, was detained in Tarragona. Spanish police arrested him after days of surveillance, ending a months-long search for one of Europe’s most elusive fugitives.
A powerful storm system brought heavy rain and hail to Germany, with strong winds adding to the damage. The Westerwald suffered major damage and power cuts. Authorities warn of ongoing tornado risk and further storms overnight.
Spanish authorities have shut down a clandestine lab in Terrassa producing illegal bird medicines. Four people were detained, 150 drugs seized, and links to international distribution uncovered.
Belgian police have detained Shah C., accused of killing a Dutch citizen in Fuengirola at 17. After serving nine months in a Spanish juvenile center, he fled the country. He now faces extradition to the Netherlands.
Carles Puigdemont is planning a symbolic return to Catalonia. Judicial delays complicate his preferred dates. Junts says preparations are ready, but the final timing depends on court rulings.
A woman hospitalized in Seville after the Los Gallardos wildfire has died, raising the death toll to 14. Three more victims remain in critical care. Extinguished after 16 days, the fire was the deadliest in Andalusia.
Jasper Philipsen claimed victory in stage 17 of the Tour de France 2026, narrowing the gap in the points classification. Mads Pedersen, who led the green jersey race, finished eighth after a turbulent day.
After two decades in Santiago, Mónica left city life for a remote Asturian village, restoring an abandoned family home and caring for 15 goats. Her days now center on nature and animals, with plans for a rural meditation retreat.
Humidity built up to dangerous levels on the Teatre Grec stage, putting dancers at risk during Rosas’ performance of Brel. The show went on despite the hazard, leaving a strong impression on the audience.
The EU court’s decision on the amnesty law has not reignited the Catalan conflict. In Barcelona, the issue is seen as settled, while in Madrid, the possibility of Puigdemont’s return is raising the political stakes.
Tim Merlier claimed his third sprint victory in the Tour de France, outpacing rivals in Chalon. The stage was marred by a high-speed crash and unpredictable weather. Attention now turns to the mountains.
