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Andrea Cuts Contact With Jesulín de Ubrique Amid Family Clash
Belén Esteban says Andrea has blocked Jesulín de Ubrique. His lawyers deny her account and are assessing possible legal action after the television confrontation.
Tenant unions mobilise after housing decrees collapse
Spain’s housing debate has erupted after key government decrees were blocked in parliament. Tenant unions are now calling for mass demonstrations, demanding lower rents, action against investment funds, and an end to evictions. The political fallout leaves the country’s rental market in limbo.
Madrid renters take housing protest to Cibeles
Congress has rejected two housing decrees. Madrid renters will respond on Saturday with four marches converging at Cibeles. The protest begins at noon after parliamentary votes of 178-172 and 184-166 against the measures.
Housing Replaces Migration as Spain's Political Battleground
Housing has displaced migration at the centre of Spain's political debate. Government measures enjoy broad support, but the left still struggles to show that its policies have changed daily life.
Guitarricadelafuente ends Madrid tour at a career high
Guitarricadelafuente ended his Spanish tour in Madrid on October 2, 2026, at the peak of his career. His success with music now runs alongside an acclaimed acting debut in 'La bola negra'.
Housing defeat sends CCOO and UGT towards street protests
CCOO and UGT are calling for demonstrations after Congress rejected two housing decrees. The unions say families facing eviction and unaffordable rents have been left without urgent relief.
Guitarricadelafuente takes Madrid with a full-scale pop show
Guitarricadelafuente drew 15,800 people to Madrid's Movistar Arena on 2 October 2026. The concert closed the Spanish leg of the Spanish Leather tour and mixed arena spectacle with a housing protest message.
Rufián admits he owns half of a home he does not live in
Gabriel Rufián defended tougher action against property speculation on Salvados. He also revealed that he owns half of a house where he does not live.
Mónica García emerges as key contender for Spain's left
Spain’s left faces a leadership fight as snap election rumors swirl. Sumar factions are backing Mónica García, challenging Ada Colau’s comeback and exposing deep rifts over the coalition’s future.
Sumar scrambles for a leader as Bustinduy refuses to run
Sumar faces a leadership vacuum after Pablo Bustinduy’s firm refusal to stand as candidate. With early elections looming and housing policy at the center, the coalition now looks to Mónica García and other names to fill the gap.
Spain’s King and Queen Face Moroccan Backlash Over Ceuta Visit
Felipe VI and Letizia will visit Ceuta and Melilla on October 13 and 14, 2026, in their first trip to both Spanish cities. Moroccan state institutions have stayed silent, but a newspaper close to Mohamed VI has condemned the journey and revived memories of the 2007 crisis.
Mónica García signals left is ready for snap election
Mónica García says the left is ready for an early election at any time. She won’t confirm if she’ll run, but promises Sumar will soon have a leader. The timing, she says, is up to Pedro Sánchez.
Eurozone inflation jumps to 3.8% as energy costs surge
Eurozone inflation reached 3.8% in September, driven by a sharp rise in energy costs. Europe now faces more expensive gas and oil imports as governments prepare for winter.
Menopause drug alternatives rejected public funding in Spain
Companies selling menopause hormone alternatives have declined public funding. Supply failures are squeezing patches and sprays while Sanidad searches for another way forward.
Sánchez weighs early election after housing defeat
Spain’s Congress rejected two government housing decrees. Sánchez must now decide whether to call an early election as protests over rents and evictions spread beyond Madrid.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Care Moves Toward Earlier Precision
More than 350 specialists met in Barcelona to discuss earlier rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis. Biomarkers and ultrasound are helping doctors spot disease sooner and tailor treatment for thousands of patients in Spain.
Urbagestión clears Maricarmen's return to her Madrid home
The owners have signed an eight-year social lease and handed the keys to EMVS Madrid. Maricarmen can return after leaving hospital, while Urbagestión will receive less than €200 a month after costs.
Ibex 35 ends weekly losing streak but still falls 3.1%
The Ibex 35 gained 0.42% on Friday after its worst week since April. Higher bond yields and weaker US jobs data kept monetary policy at the center of market concerns.
Spain's Housing Decrees Defeated in Congress
Spain's Congress has rejected two emergency housing decrees. The vote exposed the government's fragile majority and left renters facing fresh uncertainty as parties demand a different plan.
Spain faces intermittent shortages of transdermal hormone treatments
Lenzetto shortages are disrupting access to transdermal hormone treatments in Spain. Alternative patches are under pressure as regulators seek more supply and clinical guidance.
Bustinduy turns housing into a battle over Spain’s next election
Pablo Bustinduy used a TVE interview to attack Junts per Catalunya and investment funds. The housing crisis is now at the centre of a sharper fight over Spain’s next election.
Julio Llamazares wins Spain's 2026 National Narrative Prize
Julio Llamazares has received Spain's 2026 National Narrative Prize for 'El viaje de mi padre'. The novel follows his father's wartime route across Aragón, including the Battle of Teruel, and extends a connection with the region that began with Ainielle.
Sánchez Faces Election Call After Housing Decrees Are Defeated
The housing decrees have been rejected in Congress. Sánchez could call an early election for 29 November if he announces it on 5 October.
Zeekr 9x lands in Spain, takes aim at luxury SUV giants
Zeekr 9x has arrived in Spain, bringing top-tier materials, advanced tech, and a price that undercuts rivals by tens of thousands. The real test: will Spanish buyers accept a Chinese badge at the high end?
Ibex 35 finds relief as weaker US jobs cool rate fears
The Ibex 35 rebounds as weaker US hiring eases rate fears. G7 oil reserves add relief, while banks and Repsol lag behind.
Housing protests sweep Spain as tenant unions mobilize for action
Tenant unions and social groups have launched a wave of housing protests across Spain, with marches and rallies planned in over fifty cities. The movement calls for urgent action on housing access and signals a push toward a general strike.
Pablo López prepares for fatherhood as Laura Rubio expects their first child
Pablo López and Laura Rubio are expecting their first child after years of keeping their relationship out of the spotlight. The couple’s journey from talent show encounter to family life highlights a rare discretion in Spanish celebrity culture.
Ibex 35 stays above 19,000 as markets await US jobs data
The Ibex 35 held above 19,000 points at midday on Friday as investors waited for US employment data. French borrowing costs, faster euro-area inflation and falling oil prices kept the wider market cautious.
Julio Llamazares to receive Spain's National Narrative Prize
Julio Llamazares will receive Spain's National Narrative Prize for El viaje de mi padre. The €30,000 award recognises a career shaped by memory, abandoned landscapes and the human cost of war.
Early detection reshapes rheumatoid arthritis care in Spain
Around 20,000 new cases are diagnosed in Spain each year. Earlier detection and targeted therapies are helping doctors protect mobility and quality of life.
Almeida rejects the peaceful image of Madrid housing camp
A large knife shown in material sent to Government delegate Francisco Martín has become part of the dispute over the Puerta del Sol housing camp. Madrid mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida says the protest cannot be called peaceful while critics accuse him of turning a housing issue into a public-order fight.
Sumar faces urgent leadership test as early election rumors swirl
Sumar’s member parties are meeting in emergency session to confront the risk of snap elections. With no clear leader and fragile alliances, the left coalition must act fast or risk being sidelined in Spain’s shifting political landscape.
Ayuso's Sol eviction appeal moves to Madrid's High Court
A Madrid magistrate has declined jurisdiction over the regional government's appeal against the Puerta del Sol camp. The case now goes to the TSJM, which has 48 hours to decide whether it can hear the request for urgent measures.
Julio Llamazares wins Spain’s National Narrative Prize
Julio Llamazares has received Spain’s National Narrative Prize for 2026. His book follows his father’s journey through the Civil War and the scars it left behind.
Spanish housing showdown puts government on the brink
Spain’s Congress faces a knife-edge vote on two housing decrees that could change tenant protections and market rules. With opposition parties threatening to block them, the result could shake the government and affect thousands at risk of eviction or soaring rents.
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