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Maricarmen may return home after eviction deal with Urbagestión
An 87-year-old woman could return home under a new agreement with Urbagestión. Her lawyer says social pressure helped secure the deal, which still needs Maricarmen's approval and formal ratification.
Madrid sets 5 October start for dual vaccination campaign
Madrid will begin its flu and Covid-19 vaccination campaign on 5 October. The first appointments will focus on older people and children before wider access begins.
Madrid court pressed to lock down Interior Ministry journalist dossier
A political group is urging a Madrid court to urgently secure digital records tied to a secret Interior Ministry list of journalists. It wants to prevent evidence from disappearing and establish who ordered and handled the dossier.
Feijóo rejects Government housing decree as a failed response
Alberto Núñez Feijóo has rejected the housing decree the Government plans to approve. He is calling for more construction and tax cuts, while demanding Yolanda Díaz's resignation as protests grow following the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal.
Six Civil Guards Removed After Refusing Journalist Ideology Dossier
Six Civil Guards lost their jobs at the Interior Ministry after refusing to continue building a dossier that sorted journalists by political leanings. The case has prompted a court review and raised sharp questions about official surveillance in Spain.
Julián García Vargas dies after shaping Spain's modern Defence and Health
Julián García Vargas, a basic figure in Spain’s transition era, has died. He led the reduction of compulsory military service and drove major health-system reforms, leaving a legacy that still shapes Spanish institutions.
Julián García Vargas dies after shaping Spain's defense and health reforms
Julián García Vargas, who led major reforms in Spain's defense and health sectors, has died at 81. His tenure included reducing compulsory military service and implementing basic health laws. His influence extended beyond government into the private sector and national foundations.
Vox accuses government of fueling housing chaos with migrant influx
Vox has launched a fierce attack on the Spanish government, blaming unchecked immigration for the housing crisis and accusing officials of manipulating public outrage. The party insists that strict migration controls and remigration are the only ways to address the root of Spain’s spiraling housing shortage.
Permanent rental supply shrinks as seasonal listings surge
Spain has lost 20% of its permanent rental listings in three years. Seasonal homes have more than doubled as rent controls change the choices facing landlords and tenants.
Tenants union makes indefinite rental contracts its red line
The Sindicato de Inquilinas is challenging the Government over rental contracts. Its 4,000 members want automatic renewals and reject public subsidies.
Rain and cooler air sweep Madrid as summer heat breaks
Rain and cooler temperatures are replacing Madrid’s recent heatwave. The State Meteorological Agency forecasts unsettled weather, with scattered showers and a impressive drop in maximum temperatures across the region.
Clouds and rain shape Madrid weather as temperatures climb
Madrid faces a week of dense cloud and scattered rain as temperatures rise. The State Meteorological Agency outlines changing skies across the region, with local variations and weekend showers in light breezes.
Rafael Azcona's century finds Spain facing his old problems
Rafael Azcona would have turned 100 on October 23. A Madrid exhibition returns to his films, cartoons and ideas, many of which still fit Spain's housing pressure and social conflicts.
Madrid Puts Its Audiovisual Ambition on Display
The sixth Iberseries & Platino Industria will bring the screen industry to Madrid from 29 September to 2 October. Isabel Díaz Ayuso is using the event to promote the city as an audiovisual capital, with Mexico as the guest country.
Police call for Puerta del Sol encampment to be dismantled
The Confederación Española de Policía says the Puerta del Sol encampment is blocking normal access to a public square. Its spokesperson is urging Madrid's government delegate to act as the dispute over security and responsibility grows.
Spain's housing shortfall is set to pass one million homes
Spain completed 92,000 homes in 2025 while 245,000 new households were formed. The resulting gap of 153,000 units has pushed the projected national shortfall above one million homes by 2028.
Madrid housing camp holds through rain and provocations
More than 200 tents remain in Madrid's Puerta del Sol. Renters and pensioners are keeping the camp going as clashes with media figures test the protest.
Susana Abaitua and Maxi Iglesias reveal their worst homes on El Hormiguero
Susana Abaitua and Maxi Iglesias shared candid accounts of their most difficult living situations on El Hormiguero. Their stories highlight the harsh realities of Spain’s housing crisis as they introduce their new film, Nuda propiedad.
Tears in Puerta del Sol expose the housing crisis for Spain's youth
A wave of young protesters has filled Puerta del Sol, bringing private fears about housing into public view. Their stories describe a generation shut out of fundamental rights and a government accused of inaction.
Maricarmen keeps her home after late-night deal in Madrid
After days of tension and a hospital stay, 87-year-old Maricarmen will be able to remain in her Alcalde Sainz de Baranda apartment. A four-hour meeting between Madrid’s housing agency and Urbagestión ended with a deal allowing her to stay, a rare moment of unity in the city’s housing fights.
Eighty seven year old Maricarmen offered return to her Madrid home after eviction
After five days of uncertainty, Maricarmen may soon return to her Retiro apartment. The property owner and city housing authorities have reached a deal, but the final decision rests with the 87-year-old tenant.
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.
A blue plaque marks Maricarmen's eviction in Madrid
A blue plaque now marks the Madrid home where Maricarmen was evicted. Its message names Urbagestión's owners and cites Spain's constitutional right to housing.
Spain's housing protests put emergency decree under pressure
Hundreds of people remain in Madrid's Puerta del Sol as tenants demand urgent protection. The government is racing to agree on a decree before Tuesday's cabinet meeting, but its scope remains disputed.
Left parties push PSOE toward a tougher housing decree
Spain's parliamentary left has united outside a Madrid hospital. The groups want stronger rent controls and longer protections before the Government approves its housing decree.
Global flu surveillance becomes Spain's early warning system
Spain's flu activity is still low, but early changes are appearing among younger people. Álvaro Torres explains how international surveillance helps track variants and plan prevention before the next season takes shape.
Grupo Tribuna promotes one app for its regional news network
Grupo Tribuna is directing readers to its app through regional news pages. The promotion links editions across Castilla y León and Madrid with dedicated Salamanca sections for news, culture and sport.
Spanish mortgage rates climb above 3%
Spain's average mortgage rate has crossed 3% again. Sabadell and Ibercaja offer monthly savings of around €75 on a typical loan.
Madrid home turns a hidden roof into a whale-like interior
A Madrid family home now evokes the inside of a whale. Its architect turned an uneven roof into a curved maritime refuge, starting with a new second floor.
Spain funds dual immunotherapy for metastatic colorectal cancer
Spain has begun funding its first dual immunotherapy for first-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer. The combination targets a rare tumour subtype and produced major gains over chemotherapy in a phase III trial.
CaixaBank sees mortgage growth losing pace in 2027
CaixaBank expects mortgage growth to slow in 2027 as home prices and interest rates shut more buyers out. Consumer and business lending are holding up better.
Spanish Economic Boom Leaves Millions Behind
Spain’s economy has surged since 2013, but the gains have bypassed much of the population. Despite record employment and rising profits, stagnant wages and persistent poverty reveal a widening gap between headline growth and everyday life.
Bertrand Ndongo Confronted and Expelled from Puerta del Sol Protest
A midday confrontation at Puerta del Sol saw protesters lead out Bertrand Ndongo, known for his far-right activism, after he appeared with pepper spray. The incident unfolded during a housing demonstration and overnight encampment.
Givenchy turns Madrid space into L'Interdit Elixir showcase
Givenchy has launched L'Interdit Elixir in Spain. A five-day Madrid activation leads the campaign, with digital media and outdoor advertising carrying the fragrance message nationwide.
Government races to secure emergency housing package
Spain's government is preparing ten urgent housing measures ahead of Tuesday's cabinet meeting. Pressure has mounted after an elderly woman's eviction and a tent camp appeared in Madrid's Puerta del Sol.
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