Behobia-San Sebastián race brings road restrictions on Sunday
More than 29,000 people are registered for the 61st Behobia-San Sebastián race on Sunday, 8 November. Traffic restrictions begin at 06:30 and will remain in place until the race ends.
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Stories follow city events, incidents, festivals, road changes, documents, services and neighborhood issues with useful context for residents and visitors.
Two Jardun Members Held in Spanish Terrorism Probe
Aratz Bilbao Gómez and Malen Grünig Ibáñez are in provisional detention over suspected terrorism offences. Police say material linked to former ETA hideouts and security officers was found in their possession.
Donostia's supermarket gap reaches €1,676
The OCU found a €1,676 yearly difference between the cheapest and most expensive supermarket options in San Sebastián. Irun's average grocery bill is higher still, at €6,880.
Madrid braces for sudden temperature drop as storms sweep in
Heavy clouds and rain will move over Madrid overnight, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures. Skies should clear by afternoon, but storms may linger. The change interrupts the city’s recent stretch of summer heat.
The Tiny Island Where Spain and France Swap Flags Every Six Months
Pheasant Island, a 6,820-square-meter islet in the Bidasoa River, is jointly governed by Spain and France. Every six months, the two countries formally transfer jurisdiction, making it the world’s smallest condominium and a rare example of peaceful border cooperation.
How routine flights can turn into a risky business
Bus Drivers Arrested in Barcelona for Smuggling Migrants Between Spain and France. Fifteen international bus drivers have been arrested in Barcelona. They are suspected of running a paid migrant smuggling operation between Spain and France.
Operation targets international ring: how police rescued victims of sexual exploitation
Human Trafficking Ring Busted in Spain and Portugal, Eight Women Rescued. In a joint operation, Spanish and Portuguese law enforcement dismantled a criminal gang involved in human trafficking. Eight women from South America were freed from sexual exploitation.