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Feijóo attacks housing record as PP demands power to fix crisis
At a Madrid leadership meeting, Alberto Núñez Feijóo blamed the Government for Spain's housing crisis and called for a change of power. The PP is proposing tax cuts, state-backed mortgage guarantees and more than one million homes while preparing for possible elections.
Urbagestión owner challenges campaign over Maricarmen housing case
More than 350 people have camped in Madrid's Puerta del Sol over Maricarmen's housing case. Urbagestión says it offered her a discounted purchase and accuses the Sindicato de Inquilinas of turning the dispute into a national campaign.
Spain faces shifting holiday calendar as key 2026 dates move
Spain’s 2026 public holiday calendar brings major changes for workers. With Christmas falling on a Friday and several national holidays shifting to Mondays, traditional long weekends are reshaped. Regional differences mean not everyone will benefit equally from the new schedule.
Spain plans primary care access for medication abortion
Spain's Health Ministry will prepare changes to bring medication abortion into primary care. The plan aims to shorten journeys and give women clearer medical support when they choose this method.
Santiago Niño Becerra demands action on Spain’s housing crisis
Economist Santiago Niño Becerra says Spain’s housing crisis won’t end until more homes reach the market. He blames millions of empty properties and the unchecked rise of tourist rentals, tracing the roots of the crisis to the 1950s.
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.
A Four-Carbon Sugar Has Been Found in the Milky Way
Researchers have detected erythrulose in a Milky Way molecular cloud. The finding shows that space can supply carbohydrates for chemical reactions linked to the origins of life.
Santiago Niño Becerra calls for urgent action on Spain's housing crisis
Economist Santiago Niño Becerra argues that Spain’s housing crisis cannot be solved without a dramatic increase in the number of homes available. He dismisses legislative fixes as stopgaps and points to millions of empty properties and the rise of tourist rentals as basic obstacles.
A Judge Who Refused Favors and Changed Spanish Justice
Javier Delgado Barrio, who died in Madrid at 93, shaped Spanish justice with a rare blend of moral clarity and legal precision. His refusal to accept even the smallest favor defined a career built on principle, not personal gain.
Tents fill Puerta del Sol as Madrid faces housing standoff
Madrid’s Puerta del Sol has become a sea of tents for a second night as demonstrators refuse to leave until the proposed 'decreto Maricarmen' is approved. The larger, more organized protest calls for immediate action to protect renters and address Spain’s housing crisis.
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 dates for priority groups.
Palestine returns to the cultural front line
Artists have pushed Palestine back into public view. Macklemore and Susan Sarandon are among the figures facing consequences. Festivals and theatres now carry the dispute.
Madrid scorched by weekend heat as temperatures reach 33°C
Madrid heads into a weekend of unrelenting heat, with temperatures reaching 33°C and little sign of relief. High clouds will do little to block the sun, and nearby towns are expected to be even hotter. The forecast points to tough days ahead for the city.
Maricarmen Abascal forces a political reckoning on housing policy
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal has intensified pressure on Spain's divided ruling parties to reach agreement. Her case has become a catalyst for urgent negotiations on a sweeping housing decree aimed at preventing further evictions.
Madrid housing protest puts urgent decree under pressure
The Puerta del Sol camp enters its second day under political pressure. Public figures are demanding urgent housing measures before the Cabinet meeting on 29 September.
Amelia Sánchez brings new energy to Madrid protest at Puerta del Sol
Amelia Sánchez, 76, surprised Madrid’s protest camp with her energy and practical help. Her presence at Puerta del Sol marks a rare bridge between generations as she urges young activists to stay strong in the fight against evictions.
Telma Ortiz steps into the spotlight with pride for Leonor and Sofía
Telma Ortiz, usually reserved, has publicly shown her support for her royal nieces, Leonor and Sofía. Her recent appearances in Madrid and Marbella come as she renews her humanitarian work while navigating personal change and standing by family.
Madrid housing camp draws education march into Puerta del Sol
The education march reached Madrid's Puerta del Sol on 27 September, joining the housing camp already occupying the square. Protesters are urging regional and national authorities to address housing and public education.
Madrid tenants turn Puerta del Sol into housing camp
About 300 tenants spent the night in Madrid's Puerta del Sol. They want indefinite contracts and an end to evictions, with the Government pressed to act before Tuesday's Cabinet meeting.
Madrid protest puts public education on strike countdown
Madrid's public education movement brought about 20,000 people into the streets ahead of an indefinite strike set for 14 October 2026. Teachers, families and unions want lower workloads, smaller classes and higher pay.
Sol Housing Camp Outgrows Every Expectation
Thousands have gathered at Madrid's Puerta del Sol, and many brought tents for overnight stays. Organisers have set no end date for the housing protest.
Madrid protest opens a path for Sánchez's housing decree
The Government sees its best chance in two years. Sánchez is seeking parliamentary support for a housing decree after the Madrid protest over Maricarmen Abascal's eviction.
Inside the Madrid enclave shielding Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem
Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem have chosen Valdelagua, a secluded luxury enclave just outside Madrid, as their basic residence. The exclusive area offers the privacy and security that even Hollywood finds hard to match, attracting celebrities seeking refuge from the spotlight.
Madrid housing protest puts Spanish government on edge
Hundreds have pitched tents in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, demanding real answers to Spain’s housing emergency. The government faces growing pressure as activists warn that failure to pass the 'decreto Maricarmen' could spark a political crisis.
Puerta del Sol turns housing anger into a lasting protest
About 500 people spent the night in Puerta del Sol after Saturday's housing protest. Organisers want secure rental contracts and urgent action before Tuesday's Cabinet meeting.
Omar Montes fights court-ordered child support hike
A Madrid judge has raised Omar Montes’ child support from 650 to 2,000 euros a month. Montes says he would rather set aside 3,000 euros monthly for his son’s future than pay the new sum to the boy’s mother.
Aitor Esteban presses Madrid for a housing compromise
Aitor Esteban is urging Spain's Government to pursue workable housing measures. The PNV leader says the decree should not be shaped around the next electoral campaign.
Madrid teachers prepare for an indefinite strike after mass education protest
Around 10,000 people marched through Madrid on 27 September in support of public education. Teachers, students, families and unions are calling for lower workloads, smaller classes and higher pay before an indefinite strike planned for 14 October.
Madrid housing camp demands indefinite rental contracts
Dozens of tents remain at Madrid's Puerta del Sol as tenants demand indefinite rental contracts and automatic renewal. The campaign is pressing the Government before Tuesday's Cabinet meeting.
Óscar López pushes for super Sunday election showdown in Madrid
Óscar López is urging Pedro Sánchez to hold Spain’s general election alongside regional and municipal votes in Madrid on one day. The plan aims to lift left-wing turnout but faces resistance from basic PSOE figures concerned about a backlash against Sánchez.
Pedro Sánchez links Tuesday housing decree to Maricarmen case
Police evicted Maricarmen from her Madrid home on 23 September 2026 after she had lived there for more than 70 years. Pedro Sánchez says the Government will seek approval for a housing decree on Tuesday.
Sánchez races to shield tenants after Maricarmen eviction
Pedro Sánchez has promised an emergency housing decree after Maricarmen's eviction. Protesters remain in Madrid's Puerta del Sol, while Junts holds a basic position in Congress.
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.
Pedro Sánchez kicks off PSOE’s 2027 campaign in Getafe
Pedro Sánchez chose Getafe to launch PSOE’s candidates for the 2027 municipal and regional elections. The event aims to rally supporters and set the pace for Madrid’s next political cycle.
Madrid's Sol camp stays through first quiet night of housing protest
Around 150 tents remain in Madrid's Puerta del Sol after a calm night. Protesters say they will stay until the Government approves measures against evictions.
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