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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.
Constitutional Court clears path for Puigdemont's return
Spain's Constitutional Court is expected to extend the amnesty to embezzlement. The decision could remove the main legal barrier to Carles Puigdemont's return before the elections.
Sabadell Builds a Defensive Shareholder Bloc With BPCE
France's BPCE has bought about 7% of Banco Sabadell for roughly €1.2 billion. The stake gives Sabadell a powerful new shareholder after BBVA's failed takeover attempt.
Jencore opens its renewable construction business to outside clients
Jencore has signed its first disclosed contract outside Audax, an agreement with Heliades Energy to develop around 5 MW in Italy. Four former OHLA executives will lead the expansion, which targets 150 MW for outside clients by 2027.
Sabadell builds a defensive shield with BPCE stake
BPCE has acquired around 7% of Banco Sabadell, becoming a major long-term shareholder after BBVA's failed takeover bid. The stake could support a wider banking partnership across the Iberian Peninsula.
Torrential rain triggers flood alerts across Spain
Spain faces another day of severe downpours as unstable Mediterranean conditions fuel unpredictable storms. Flooding risks remain high, with emergency alerts in place for multiple regions and rainfall totals already breaking records in some areas.
Barcelona triggers emergency plan as rain pounds city
Barcelona is on high alert after heavy rain forced the city to activate its emergency flood plan. Residents are told to stay inside and act fast to protect homes as drains struggle to keep up.
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.
Melanoma study identifies p38a as a target for stronger immunotherapy
Researchers in Barcelona identified p38a as a possible target in melanoma. Blocking the protein strengthened anti-PD-1 treatment in animal models and sometimes cleared tumours completely, but the findings remain preclinical.
Constitutional Court ruling could clear path to amnesty for procés embezzlement
The Tribunal Constitucional is due to rule Tuesday on the key amnesty appeal. Its decision could set binding guidance for the Supreme Court and remove the legal barrier facing Puigdemont and other fugitive leaders.
Melanoma target may improve immunotherapy response
A Vall d'Hebron study points to p38a as a possible melanoma treatment target. Blocking the protein improved anti-PD-1 therapy in animal models, while a nine-gene profile may help identify tumours more likely to respond.
Spain battered by deadly storms as rare weather sparks floods
Severe storms have swept across Spain, leaving three dead and breaking rainfall records. Nine regions remain under alert as experts question if the Mediterranean is seeing new, tropical-like weather patterns.
Junts hits Sánchez over early election and corruption claims
Junts has gone after Pedro Sánchez, saying he called early elections to distract from corruption and failed policies. The party faces its own fight as Catalonia’s political scene shifts.
Granollers in turmoil after late storm alert
A sudden downpour left Granollers flooded and commuters stranded. Emergency alerts came too late, and locals are demanding answers from city officials.
Primavera Sound unveils its 25th anniversary lineup
Doechii leads a 151-artist bill built around indie favourites, new voices and a stronger female presence. Primavera Sound will run in Barcelona from 3 to 5 June 2027, with a free opening day and an electronic programme on 6 June.
Gabriel Rufián and Mireia Varela: After the Split, Life Goes On
Mireia Varela’s open letter broke the silence on her split from Gabriel Rufián after more than a decade together. Their private breakup turned into a public reckoning with loss, regret, and the hard work of starting over.
Granollers hit by flash floods as Catalonia faces severe weather emergency
Granollers woke to flooded streets and school closures as Catalonia’s emergency alert system was triggered by sudden, intense rainfall. Transport, hospitals, and thousands of residents faced disruption, with authorities warning the situation had surpassed all forecasts.
Alimentaria FoodTech 2026 puts learning factories on display
More than 330 exhibitors will gather in Barcelona in October. Sensors, automation and live production tools will show how artificial intelligence is moving onto the factory floor.
Primavera Sound 2027 sets its 25th anniversary lineup
Primavera Sound will run in Barcelona from 2 to 6 June 2027. Doechii will make her Spanish debut alongside Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack and 148 other acts.
Vall d'Hebron identifies a target linked to melanoma resistance
Vall d'Hebron researchers identified p38α as a possible target in melanoma treatment. Blocking the protein improved anti-PD-1 responses in experimental models and revealed a nine-gene signature linked to treatment outcomes.
Primavera Sound Barcelona drops 2027 headliners: Phoebe Bridgers, Doechii, Massive Attack
Primavera Sound Barcelona has announced its 25th edition for June 2027, revealing a lineup led by Phoebe Bridgers, Doechii, Massive Attack, and Fontaines D.C. The festival will feature 151 acts, special collaborations, and exclusive performances.
Vall d'Hebron study points to p38α in melanoma resistance
Researchers at Vall d’Hebron found that blocking p38α improved anti-PD-1 treatment in melanoma models. The work also identified a nine-gene signature linked to treatment response and survival.
Search for missing young man resumes in Pineda de Mar after torrential rains
Rescue teams in Pineda de Mar have restarted their search for a young man swept away by floodwaters after a weekend of intense rainfall. The operation was paused overnight and now faces renewed challenges as heavy rain returns to the region.
Meningitis demands urgent action when warning signs appear
Meningitis can worsen quickly, and its first signs may look ordinary. High fever, severe headache and neck stiffness need urgent medical assessment.
Red alert hits Barcelona outskirts over extreme rainfall threat
AEMET has raised the warning to red across Barcelona's inland outskirts. Torrential rain threatens sudden flooding while emergency teams search for one missing person.
Deadly floods hit Spain as storms trigger chaos in multiple provinces
Spain is reeling from a violent storm system that has unleashed deadly floods and landslides. Emergency alerts remain in force across four provinces, with rivers overflowing, roads cut off, and fatalities reported in Catalonia. Authorities urge extreme caution as the crisis deepens.
Right bloc surges past 200 seats as Sánchez faces historic low
Spain’s latest poll signals a dramatic shift as the right-wing PP and Vox break the 200-seat barrier in parliament, leaving Pedro Sánchez and the PSOE at their weakest point in years. The left faces a collapse in support amid mounting social unrest over housing.
Spain's housing defeat exposes Sánchez's six-vote problem
The Government lost its first housing decree by six votes. Junts had sent a counterproposal with several of the same measures, but the dispute exposed Sánchez's dependence on the radical left.
Covid peaks shift toward late summer in Catalonia
A Catalan study of 30,000 PCR samples found Covid peaks in August and September. The pattern has reopened the debate over autumn vaccination timing, but researchers say more evidence is needed.
Seat puts Indra defence vehicle deal on hold
Seat has paused talks with Indra over a proposed military vehicle programme at its Martorell plant. The carmaker remains unsure about the project's scale, future and value to its business.
Tropical storm leaves Catalonia reeling with deaths and chaos
A rare storm with tropical features has battered Catalonia, killing two people and leaving one missing. Torrential rain shattered records, flooding towns and forcing evacuations as emergency crews raced to respond. The region now faces a slow recovery from widespread damage.
Girona faces Monday's highest torrential rain risk
Storms will cross parts of mainland Spain on Monday, 5 October 2026. Girona faces torrential rain overnight, high rainfall totals during the day, swollen rivers and local flooding.
Pals offers a taste of Tuscany less than ninety minutes from Barcelona
Pals in Baix Empordà stands out for its medieval core, panoramic views, and landscapes that echo Tuscany. Just a short drive from Barcelona, this Catalan village blends stone architecture, rice fields, and coastal proximity for a uniquely rich escape.
Deadly floods paralyse Catalonia as rivers threaten to overflow
Two people have died and one remains missing after relentless storms battered Catalonia. Emergency services scramble to rescue trapped residents as rivers surge and transport grinds to a halt. Authorities warn the danger is not over.
Gonzalo Boye accuses Pedro Sánchez of betrayal as Puigdemont eyes return
Gonzalo Boye, the legal architect behind Carles Puigdemont’s defense, claims Spain’s amnesty for the exiled Catalan leader is imminent. Boye sharply criticizes Pedro Sánchez, alleging political manipulation and a lack of real reform.
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