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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.
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.
Cinesa As Cancelas cuts every film to €3.50
Cinesa As Cancelas joins Fiesta del Cine from Monday 19 October through Thursday, with every film priced at €3.50. Tickets are available online or at the box office, with no accreditation or per-person limit.
Feijóo promises CPI-linked pension rises
Alberto Núñez Feijóo says a PP government would protect the public pension system and raise payments in line with the CPI. He made the pledge during the campaign for Spain’s November 29 general election.
A disputed Madrid alibi shadows the Carballo murder case
A man whose Barcelona murder case was archived is now in provisional prison over a fatal shooting in Carballo. His family says he was in Madrid; investigators point to bank records and a vehicle trail.
Experts warn vaccine falsehoods could revive controlled diseases
At a congress in Vigo, experts warned that misinformation could revive diseases Spain had brought under control. They pointed to clear, credible information as a way to address public doubts.
IU Draws a Line Against Belarra’s Separate Pact Plan
With coalition registration closing on 16 October, Podemos wants separate agreements with IU in ten regions ahead of 29N. Antonio Maíllo says IU will negotiate only through Frente Amplio.
Vari Caramés wins Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize
Galician photographer Vari Caramés has won Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize, worth €30,000. The jury cited his contribution to artistic photography and his role in renewing Galician culture since the 1980s.
Vari Caramés Takes Spain’s 2026 Photography Prize
Vari Caramés has received Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize, worth €30,000. The jury praised his use of blur and the role his work has played in Galician culture since the 1980s.
Spain’s €6.5bn autumn payouts arrive in two waves
BBVA pays first on 15 October; Santander and Inditex follow on 2 November. The combined total exceeds €6.5 billion, though it includes buybacks as well as dividends.
Spanish savers keep paying for familiar financial risks
Spanish savers have repeatedly entered complex products without grasping the risks. The names changed from stamps to cryptocurrencies, but the losses did not.
Vigo holds vigil for Maricarmen amid housing protests
Vigo will hold a vigil for Maricarmen on 12 October at 19.00. Organisers link her death to housing speculation, while independent reporting has found no medical causal connection to the eviction.
Vigo Socialist Tribute Deepens Housing Fight
A minute of silence for Maricarmen brought Vigo’s socialists together. The absence of PP and BNG sharpened a dispute over rent controls and the city’s housing policy.
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.
Dana brings rain and lower temperatures to Spain
A northwestern DANA will bring rain and thunderstorms across much of Spain on Tuesday. Temperatures will fall across most of the mainland and the Canary Islands, while AEMET warnings cover several regions.
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.
Lalín honours Fernando Ónega with street and library dedication
Fernando Ónega’s name now marks a main street and a library room in Lalín. The town honoured the late journalist in a moving ceremony with his family and local leaders, showing his deep ties to the community.
Fernando Ónega now has a street in Lalín
Lalín has named a street after Fernando Ónega, honoring his long bond with the town. His widow, children, and neighbors joined the ceremony, turning it into a day of gratitude and memory.
Feijóo circles power as PP eyes government shakeup
Alberto Núñez Feijóo’s Partido Popular is no longer hiding its ambitions. As Pedro Sánchez faces mounting pressure, PP strategists are already sketching out a future cabinet and debating who could fill Spain’s most powerful ministries.
Early detection reshapes rheumatoid arthritis care in Spain
Around 20,000 new cases are diagnosed in Spain each year. Earlier detection and targeted therapies are helping doctors protect mobility and quality of life.
Woody Allen makes Asador Gonzaba his first Madrid food stop
Woody Allen and Soon-Yi Previn have visited Asador Gonzaba in Madrid's Salamanca district. The Galician restaurant became their first reported food stop before Allen begins a six-week film shoot in the city.
Pedro Sánchez tours Delta Vigo to back Galicia’s aerospace ambitions
Pedro Sánchez made a high-profile stop at Delta Vigo’s main plant, signaling government support for the Galician engineering group’s growing role in Airbus projects. The visit highlighted Delta’s technical prowess and its expanding footprint in the European aerospace sector.
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.
Atlantic Front Brings Rain and Heat Swings Across Spain
A new Atlantic front is crossing Spain with rain and storms. Temperatures will rise sharply in some regions before another weekend downturn.
Atlantic front brings rain to northern Spain
An Atlantic front will cross Spain from the northwest on Wednesday 30 September. Rain will focus on the north and west, while temperatures stay high in the southeast and Mediterranean areas.
Atlantic front brings heavy rain to northern Spain
An Atlantic front will bring widespread cloud and persistent rain on Wednesday 30 September. The eastern Cantabrian coast and western Pyrenees face the heaviest downpours.
Atlantic front triggers sharp temperature drop and heavy rain across Spain
Spain faces a dramatic weather reversal as an Atlantic front brings widespread rain and a sudden plunge in temperatures. With red alerts in Catalonia and orange warnings in Galicia, the country braces for a distinctly autumnal start to October after a scorching summer.
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.
Spanish mortgages slow as average loans hit €180,785
Spain recorded fewer mortgage deals in July, but the average loan reached a record €180,785. Higher interest rates are adding to the pressure on buyers.
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.
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.
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.
Bonoloto pays €26,365 in Monterrubio de la Serena
A Bonoloto ticket sold in Monterrubio de la Serena has won €26,365.94 after matching five numbers and the complementary number. Six players shared second-category prizes, while no ticket matched all six numbers.
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.
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