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Madrid culture ministry hands historic Tabacalera space to activist group
The Ministry of Culture has bypassed Madrid’s push for affordable housing at the Tabacalera, granting 800 square meters to a neighborhood platform linked to the Puerta del Sol protest camp. The move has reignited debate over public property and housing priorities in the Spanish capital.
Alessandro Lequio steps away from television and finds new freedom
Alessandro Lequio has reemerged in Madrid after a year away from television. He describes his new chapter as fulfilling, focusing on family and personal well-being while moving his commentary to social media.
Government hands Tabacalera building to tenants union after city pushback
The Spanish government has granted the Sindicato de Inquilinos de Madrid and allied groups access to two spaces in the Tabacalera building, overruling the city council’s proposal to use the site for affordable housing. The move follows months of negotiations and highlights a deepening rift between national and municipal priorities.
Gabriel Rufián accuses PSOE of siding with big landlords in Spain's housing crisis
Gabriel Rufián has sharply criticized the PSOE for prioritizing large property owners over struggling tenants. As Madrid’s Puerta del Sol fills with protesters demanding real change, the housing crisis has become the top concern for millions across Spain.
Brigitte Macron closes Madrid visit with a Louis Vuitton Capucines
At the French ambassador's residence in Madrid, Brigitte Macron closed her state visit to Spain in a pale-blue dress and a matching Louis Vuitton Capucines. Navy pumps provided the only strong contrast.
Clouds and Rain Shift Weather in Las Rozas de Madrid
Las Rozas de Madrid is in for a weather change as clouds thicken and rain returns. Temperatures will dip from recent highs, with the weekend forecast bringing persistent showers and cooler air across the region.
Clouds and light rain to shake up Brunete’s weather
Brunete’s skies are about to change. High clouds will give way to thick cover and light rain, with cooler mornings and several days of unsettled weather ahead.
Euribor reaches its highest monthly level since July 2024
Spain's mortgage benchmark has risen for a third straight month. The September average reached 3.247%, putting more pressure on variable-rate borrowers at their next review.
Maruja Torres urges left unity ahead of Spanish elections
Maruja Torres, acclaimed journalist and author, has delivered a blunt message to Spain’s left-wing parties ahead of the upcoming elections. In a candid interview, she called for unity and urged voters to back the left, while reflecting on aging and the realities of social care.
Maruja Torres faces Zapatero jewel scandal and the loss of ideals
Maruja Torres returns with a book that refuses to look back. She threads Beirut through grief and political letdown in a raw look at happiness and the failures of those once trusted. Her voice cuts through as sharply as ever.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso faces live interview as Madrid housing crisis erupts
Isabel Díaz Ayuso will appear live on Horizonte as mass protests over Madrid’s housing crisis grip Puerta del Sol. The interview is a rare move for the program and comes at a critical moment for both Ayuso and the show.
Madrid landlord faces legal battle after threats and box of cockroaches
A Madrid property firm says it will file a criminal complaint after receiving death threats and a box of live cockroaches. The campaign erupted following the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen, with Urbagestión blaming a tenants’ union for coordinated harassment.
Sánchez puts housing decrees to a crucial congressional vote
Pedro Sánchez expects Congress to back two housing decrees on Friday. The measures address housing insecurity through eviction protections and action against speculative purchases, with rental rules also in play. The Partido Popular plans to vote against them, and the government has no guaranteed majority.
Queen Sofía faces Corinna at Zarzuela in royal scandal
A secret affair between Don Juan Carlos I and Corinna zu Sayn-Wittgenstein played out inside Zarzuela Palace. The secret came to light when Queen Sofía walked in on her husband’s lover, exposing tensions that still haunt the royal family.
Almodóvar and Cercas receive France's highest cultural honour
At Casa Velázquez in Madrid, Emmanuel Macron honoured Pedro Almodóvar as an officer of the Legion of Honour and Javier Cercas as an officer of the Order of Arts and Letters. His speech linked their work to Spain's democratic story and Europe's shared culture.
Alejandra Gere reveals the family ritual that grounds Richard Gere
Alejandra Gere has shared a candid glimpse of family life with Richard Gere, showing how simple outdoor outings have become a way for them to reconnect since returning to the US from Spain. The couple’s approach to autumn is refreshingly down-to-earth.
Telefónica dismantles Movistar Plus board in Spanish overhaul
Telefónica is reshaping its Spanish business around three commercial units. Movistar Plus will lose its separate board and report directly through B2C España.
Tenants demand a full vote on Spain's housing decrees
Tenant unions will protest across Spain before Congress votes on Friday, 2 October. They want lawmakers to approve both housing decrees, addressing eviction protections and rent controls alongside automatic lease renewals.
Madrid sets October 5, 2026 start for flu vaccinations
Madrid will begin flu vaccinations on October 5, 2026. People aged 60 and over and children from six months to seven years will get priority, followed by healthcare workers and other risk groups.
Telefónica España splits into three independent business units
Telefónica España is creating three independent units and moving its registered office to Ronda de la Comunicación in Madrid. The decision follows the sale of the group's historic Gran Vía 28 building.
Sol protesters refuse to leave as housing standoff escalates
Demonstrators camping in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol have declared they will not leave, challenging the government’s latest housing decrees and demanding real change. Organizers warn that dividing the reforms will only fuel further unrest.
Rent hikes halted for thousands as Spain's new index takes charge
Landlords across Spain are now blocked from raising rents above strict government limits until 2028. A new official index determines whether rent can rise or remains frozen, based on the property's address and features.
Rental housing faces sharp slowdown as new decrees trigger selloff fears
Spain’s leading property developers predict that owners will sell rental homes instead of leasing them after the government’s latest housing decrees. Industry leaders argue that the new rules will shrink rental supply and stall affordable housing projects.
Housing decree puts Congress at the centre of Spain's political fight
Roughly 500 metres from Congress, tents have become part of Spain's housing fight. The Government defended two decrees as the PP confirmed it would vote against them.
Vicente Vallés questions Spain's late housing decree
Spain's Government approved two housing decrees after an agreement between PSOE and Sumar. Vicente Vallés says the measures came too late, and their future still depends on Congress.
Cancer care now asks how patients live after treatment
Spanish oncologists are looking beyond survival alone. At its Madrid congress, SEOM is urging care that helps patients rebuild daily life as precision medicine reshapes treatment.
Ayuso Government Demands Urgent End to Puerta del Sol Protest
Madrid’s regional government has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to clear the Puerta del Sol protest camp after reporting vandalism and threats at the Real Casa de Correos. The standoff exposes deep divisions between local and national authorities as public events and daily life are disrupted.
Madrid officials at odds as Sol protest camp holds firm
Tensions are rising in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, where more than 1,000 protesters refuse to leave their camp over Spain’s housing crisis. City leaders and police unions are calling for urgent action, warning of security threats and vandalism.
Asencio Faces Nearly Three Months Out After Surgery
Raúl Asencio will undergo surgery on his right tibia this Thursday after months of pain and unsuccessful conservative treatment. Real Madrid expects to be without the defender for nearly three months, but the club has not set a final recovery date.
Gonzalo Suárez Remains a Bookseller in Manuel Jabois's Memory
Manuel Jabois recalls meeting Gonzalo Suárez in Madrid. Suárez's work in film and literature, alongside his journalism and acting, stayed with him as the bookseller who showed him the shelves, even after Suárez's death brought his long public career back into view.
SATSE warns vaccination drive is stretching nursing teams
Valencia's vaccination campaign began on 28 September, while Andalusia's is due to start on 1 October. SATSE says both regions are proceeding without extra nurses, raising the risk of delays and later pressure on emergency departments.
MSD Animal Health launches Nobivac NXT in Spain
MSD Animal Health presented Nobivac NXT at its Madrid headquarters, where more than 110 distribution partners attended the first launch meeting. The company is entering a market in which around one in five cats still does not receive vaccination.
Princess Leonor absent from Macron state visit in Madrid
Princess Leonor did not appear during the French presidential visit to Madrid, prompting questions about her role in official ceremonies. Experts say her gradual introduction to state duties is deliberate and rooted in protocol, not oversight.
Spain launches tax-free savings account to drive European investment
Spain’s government has unveiled a tax-advantaged savings account designed to channel household money into European shares and funds. The move introduces new incentives for long-term savers and aims to reduce reliance on low-yield deposits.
Senate Block on Barcelona Treaty Sparks Diplomatic Rift
Spain’s Partido Popular has blocked the Barcelona Treaty in the Senate, undermining a basic Franco-Spanish agreement and casting a shadow over President Macron’s state visit. The move has weakened Spain’s diplomatic standing and exposed deep divisions in national politics.
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