Prosecutor urges Supreme Court to restore Spaniards’ votes
Spain’s Public Prosecutor’s Office wants the Supreme Court to lift the suspension before the 29 November election, when about 400,000 overseas registrations could be affected.
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Telefónica slides as Ibex 35 retakes 19,000 points
The Ibex 35 ended the week higher, led by Cellnex as Telefónica dropped sharply. SpaceX revived concern over Starlink competition, though its US spectrum deal still needs FCC approval.
Genesis GV60 Magma hits Spain with 650 hp and bold style
Genesis brings the GV60 Magma to Spain, a 650-horsepower electric crossover aimed at shaking up the luxury segment. It pairs raw speed with upscale comfort and advanced tech, taking direct aim at established rivals.
Russell puts Mercedes on top before sprint Qualy
George Russell set the pace in final practice on soft tyres. Ferrari and McLaren stayed close, while Red Bull ran only medium tyres. Alonso and Sainz remained in the midfield.
Tesla Model 3 in Spain lands sharper screen and longer range
Tesla has shaken up its Model 3 lineup in Spain with a bigger display and fresh wheel choices, while the Performance model gets a clear range boost. The update also changes the name of its autonomous driving technology.
PSOE backs every debate before 29 November
The PSOE says it will attend every proposed debate before 29 November. Feijóo has accepted a Mediaset face-to-face with Sánchez, but the broadcaster has not publicly fixed a date and the PP has suggested 16 November.
CTAO North Adds Four Telescopes in La Palma
Four giant telescopes will be inaugurated on La Palma on 15 October 2026. Construction is ending, but commissioning and formal acceptance will determine when they begin scientific operations.
Amaral turns Maricarmen’s eviction into a song of grief
Eva Amaral and Juan Aguirre dedicated two songs to Maricarmen Abascal, who died aged 87 after 14 days in a Madrid hospital. Her eviction has become a national symbol of housing pain.
Sánchez keeps García Ortiz pardon on the table
Pedro Sánchez has not ruled out pardoning former State Prosecutor General Álvaro García Ortiz before the 29 November election. His promise to halt evictions faces parliamentary resistance: Junts and PP voted against housing measures, while Vox also opposed them.
Spain Faces 54 Days of Political Convulsion, Ruiz Warns
Pedro Ruiz condemns Spain’s worsening political confrontation after elections were called for 29 November. Housing protests and labour tensions are unfolding alongside a contested campsite in Madrid.
Spanish voters back snap election as PSOE gains on the left
A DYM poll puts support for the 29 November 2026 election at 76%, with PSOE drawing voters from Sumar and Podemos as PP and VOX hold the right.
Puigdemont can return, but Spain’s courts still hold the key
The Constitutional Court has weakened the legal barrier to Carles Puigdemont’s return. His arrest order is suspended, but amnesty still requires a separate court decision.
Telefónica pone a la venta OnNet Fibra en Chile
Telefónica and KKR have launched the sale of OnNet Fibra, valued at between 1,500 and 2,000 million dollars. The process is not expected to conclude before 2027.
Spain fines luxury-car raffle €750000
EBR Management SLU must pay €750000 after 376850 digital-wallpaper purchases opened access to a luxury-car draw without the authorization required under Spanish gaming law.
Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric lands in Spain with top range
Renault’s Scenic E-Tech Electric reaches Spanish roads with up to 642 kilometers of WLTP range. Its updated design and two battery options are aimed at families seeking more than practicality.
Madrid’s Political Rift Widens After Maricarmen’s Eviction
Maricarmen Abascal’s death after eviction has set off a bitter clash in Madrid. The city’s refusal to mark her passing with a minute of silence has turned her story into a rallying cry for those demanding answers on housing and political accountability.
Spain’s Grid Hits a Renewable Bottleneck
Spain is curtailing record renewable output as saturated grid nodes block new connections. The strain is extending Almaraz’s operation while emissions continue to rise.
Spanish banks face tighter rules on large cash withdrawals
Spain’s tax agency is pressing banks to flag hefty ATM withdrawals and deposits. Cash movements of one thousand euros or more trigger client identification, while amounts of three thousand euros can prompt a deeper probe.
Abascal’s Death Reopens Spain’s Housing Rights Fight
Maricarmen Abascal’s death has returned housing rights to Spain’s political debate. A Madrid memorial march drew 20,000 people, while the circumstances of her eviction brought fresh scrutiny to public institutions.
Silent receptor weakens tumour defence in mouse and human cells
A Nature study found that gamma-delta T cells lose tumour-fighting strength when their receptor stops working after maturation. The result points to a condition future immunotherapy research will need to preserve.
Madrid PP Reports Bergerot to National Police
Alfonso Serrano has taken Manuela Bergerot’s Assembly remarks to the National Police. The PP wants investigators to assess the words amid protests and threatening imagery at Puerta del Sol.
Rafel Niubò Receives Barcelona’s Top Sports Honor
Barcelona’s mayor presented Rafel Niubò Baqué with the Medalla d’Or al Mèrit Esportiu, recognizing decades of work to advance inclusion and social cohesion in sport. The ceremony highlighted his lasting imprint on the city’s athletic life.
Rufián makes a left-wing alliance a condition for ERC
Gabriel Rufián wants to lead ERC in the 29 November 2026 election, but only with backing from other left-wing and antifascist forces. Party leaders still support him.
Jesús Cintora slams conspiracy talk after Maricarmen’s death
Jesús Cintora broke from the script to attack conspiracy theories aired after Maricarmen’s death, calling out those who originated the claims and those who let them spread on national television.
Police detain 18-year-old in Marbella surgeon killing
Spanish police detained an 18-year-old suspect after Alexander Aslani was shot inside his Marbella clinic. Investigators have not disclosed the motive or the alleged role of a possible accomplice.
Thousands of Spanish EV chargers sit idle as rollout falters
Spain’s public EV charging network now counts 58,075 points, but almost a quarter are unusable and installation has slowed sharply. Technical breakdowns and bureaucracy are stalling the country’s electric mobility lead.
Spanish Police Capture Swedish Teen After Marbella Clinic Killing
An 18-year-old from Sweden is in custody after the fatal shooting of plastic surgeon Alexander Aslani inside his Marbella clinic. Police are now tracking who ordered the hit and whether others helped the gunman escape.
Vaccination takes a bigger role in heart protection
Flu can raise the risk of a heart attack tenfold in vulnerable patients. SEMERGEN specialists want vaccination integrated into cardiovascular care, where infection prevention can reduce severe complications.
Spain reportedly expands CGM for basal-insulin diabetes care
A reported Spanish consensus would make continuous glucose monitoring routine for some people with type 2 diabetes who use basal insulin. International guidance supports considering CGM for insulin-treated patients, while the Spanish figures await confirmation against the source document.
Leandre Ribera wins Spain’s 2026 National Circus Award
Spain’s Ministry of Culture has awarded Leandre Ribera its 2026 National Circus Award and €30,000. The jury cited his international career, teaching and influence on younger clowns.
Córdoba puts BLET at center of industrial push
Rocío Blanco says the future army logistics base could bring investment and jobs to Córdoba, while opening the door to new suppliers. Construction delays and a legal challenge could slow the project, as could the lack of an internal rail terminal.
Sánchez Rushes Through Social Decrees as Election Nears
Spain’s government is racing to pass major social measures before the election. With control of the Boletín Oficial del Estado, Sánchez’s team is pursuing a major minimum-wage increase and weighing an early announcement on pensions, putting rivals on the spot.
Europe narrows the cancer drug access gap, but Spain still faces delays
Austria and Switzerland led Europe in the use of newer cancer medicines in 2023, while Spain stayed in the middle. Approval and funding still do not guarantee that patients receive treatment quickly.
Urban birds could flag West Nile virus earlier in Spain
A CSIC study found more antibodies in urban birds during years with human West Nile outbreaks. Blackbirds and sparrows could help show where the virus is circulating in Spain.
Silent receptor leaves tumour-fighting immune cells weaker
Researchers found that gamma-delta T cells lose much of their tumour-fighting strength when a basic receptor falls silent after the cells mature. The result held across mouse models and laboratory tests with human cells.