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Bizum Pay brings in-store payments to Spanish shops
Bizum Pay is expanding across Spanish shops, giving almost 20 million people a way to pay in person. Bankinter and CaixaBank are adding access while tying the rollout to new customer offers.
Santander targets young investors with 10-euro funds
Santander is widening its investment offer for customers under 30 in Spain. Funds start at 10 euros, trading fees drop to one euro, and free training plus a 50-euro incentive round out the campaign.
Penélope Cruz brings two films and two distinct looks to San Sebastián
Penélope Cruz arrived in San Sebastián with two films and two sharply different looks. One of them, a Chanel design, carried a clear message about the fashion house's new direction.
Heatwave returns as temperatures soar past 35 degrees in Spain
Spain is bracing for another burst of heat as the veranillo de San Miguel pushes temperatures above 35°C in several regions. Clear skies and calm weather will dominate, but some areas will see tropical nights and local changes.
Morocco tightens the Ceuta border before the legislative vote
Security forces have reinforced the area around Castillejos before Morocco's vote. Spain's embassy has rejected online claims about automatic entry rights, while Ceuta continues to process hundreds of migrant minors.
Marlaska Heads to Ceuta Amid New Mass Entry Threat
Ceuta is preparing for a possible mass arrival of migrants on 23 September. Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska is travelling to the city to supervise triage as pressure grows.
Bizum reaches 20 million users for in-store payments
Bizum's in-store payment service now reaches 20 million people in Spain. It works across 75% of payment terminals, but banks still decide which customers can use it.
Bizum Reaches 1.6 Million Spanish Shops for In-Person Payments
Bizum payments are now accepted at more than 1.6 million Spanish establishments. The service reaches 20 million users and covers around 75% of bank terminals.
Kent Nagano Opens the OCNE Season With a Measured Mahler Resurrection
Kent Nagano opened the OCNE season with Mahler's "Resurrection" Symphony. His restrained reading found intensity without theatrical excess, though weak soprano projection briefly unsettled the finale.
Naomi Watts demands space for older women in cinema
Naomi Watts received the Donostia Award at the San Sebastián Festival and dedicated it to David Lynch. She used the ceremony to call for more leading roles and stronger screen representation for women over 50.
Telefónica Tech shifts under Telefónica España management
Telefónica Tech will report operationally to Telefónica España but will remain a separate legal company. The change comes as Marc Murtra prepares to meet Spain's economy minister to discuss telecommunications and artificial intelligence.
Alzheimer's Research Turns to Myelin
A Spanish research centre is testing a different explanation for Alzheimer's. The project asks whether damaged myelin disrupts brain circuits before symptoms become clear.
Diesel Costs Surge 68% Before Tax Since Iran War Began
Diesel has risen 68% before tax since the war began. Tax relief has softened the increase for drivers, but transport groups are demanding fresh support before the current measures expire.
Florentino Pérez threatened to leave the Metropolitano box
Florentino Pérez reportedly threatened to leave the Metropolitano during the Madrid derby after learning that Enrique Riquelme had been invited to the presidential box. The Real Madrid president was angered by the presence of his former electoral rival, but stayed after those around him calmed him down.
Brad Pitt turns San Sebastián hotel arrival into a fan event
Brad Pitt arrived early in San Sebastián and spent about half an hour with fans. He walked the full length of the barrier before entering the Hotel María Cristina.
Alzheimer's research moves toward treatments that can change the disease
Women account for nearly twice the Alzheimer's prevalence seen among men, and early signs can stay subtle for years. Mercè Boada explains why diagnosis and new treatments are changing the field.
Spanish team finds cosmic sugar tied to DNA chemistry
A Spanish team has detected the erythritol-like sugar erythulose in interstellar space. The compound could act as a precursor to components of RNA and DNA, adding weight to the idea that some of life's chemical building blocks form before planets exist.
Eating Disorders Are Being Missed in Women Over 50
Eating disorders are increasingly affecting middle-aged women in Spain, but restrictive habits are often mistaken for healthy self-care. Menopause can make the warning signs even harder to spot.
Ceuta residents confront planned arrival of Negu Gorriak
Residents gathered at Ceuta's port before Negu Gorriak was due to arrive on 20 September 2026. The group said it would deliver aid to migrants and challenge migration controls. The confrontation later escalated into clashes.
Même starts its international expansion in Spain
Pierre Fabre has chosen Spain for Même's first international launch. The dermocosmetics brand will arrive in pharmacies and El Corte Inglés with products for oncology patients and people with sensitive skin.
Portugal's Bottle Refund Scheme Faces a Social Backlash
Portugal's Volta scheme has collected more than 300 million containers. Support workers say some people can make fast cash from the system, while Lisbon warns of growing social costs.
Sunday Bonoloto results remain pending
The Bonoloto combination for Sunday 20 September 2026 has not yet been published. The complementary number, reintegro, Triplex results and Super Once results are also still pending.
Supreme Court Rejects Debt Register Entry During Loan Dispute
Spain's Supreme Court has ruled against Cofidis. A borrower's disputed loan could not be treated as an uncontested debt, and the lender must pay €2,000 for damage to her honor.
Sánchez attacks PP and Vox over Ceuta crisis response
Pedro Sánchez has pledged fresh funding for Ceuta, including direct aid for small businesses and self-employed workers from October. He accused PP and Vox of seeking political images instead of helping solve the crisis.
Protesters Block Ceuta's Tarajal Border Crossing
More than 1,000 people marched in Ceuta to defend Spanish sovereignty. More than 200 protesters then blocked the Tarajal crossing for an hour, stopping entry from Morocco.
ERC calls for control over Barcelona airport expansion
ERC wants Barcelona airport expansion halted. Diana Riba is calling for Catalonia to control future investment and put rail ahead of further tourism-led growth.
Supreme Court move blocks votes under Spain's Ley de nietos
Pedro Sánchez calls the Supreme Court's precautionary measures very serious. The decision affects voters who gained Spanish nationality through the Ley de nietos and registered abroad.
Sánchez turns the Ceuta crisis into a direct fight with PP and Vox
Pedro Sánchez has promised every necessary resource for Ceuta while accusing PP and Vox of using the crisis for political gain. The dispute now covers border policy, citizenship and the right to vote.
Ceuta struggles to house thousands of migrants as street camps return
More than 4,000 migrants remain on Ceuta's streets. New shelter places are being prepared as residents protest and minors report alleged abuse in care centres.
Ceuta protesters march to Tarajal beach over migration crisis
More than 200 people marched toward El Tarajal in Ceuta. Residents called for stronger border protection and the resignation of the Government delegate.
Puigdemont calls Ceuta and Melilla colonies within Morocco
Carles Puigdemont has questioned Spain's position on Ceuta and Melilla. His remarks come as migration pressures drive a new political clash.
Spain's literary festivals put books on stage
More than 90 literary festivals now operate across Spain. A dispute over sponsorship in Madrid tested the model, but the programme went ahead with leading international and Spanish authors.
Naomi Watts receives the Donostia Award in San Sebastián
Naomi Watts accepted San Sebastián's Donostia Award at 57. She crossed the festival red carpet in a black dress as admirers gathered to take photographs.
La Palma Still Lives With the Tajogaite Volcano's Aftermath
La Palma's volcano stopped erupting in 2021, but families are still waiting for permanent homes. Volcanic gases keep parts of the island restricted, and many residents continue to live with the mental health effects of the disaster.
Guardia Civil reinforcements land in Melilla as Spain braces for border rush
Spain has rushed dozens of Guardia Civil officers to Melilla after intelligence flagged a spike in online calls for a mass border crossing. Officials warn the current force may not be enough if thousands try to storm the fence.
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