Spain

Europe News

Spain immigration officers cancel strike ahead of migrant amnesty

Spain has granted amnesty to immigrants who are in the country illegally before, doing so six times between 1986 and 2005.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Flotilla carrying activists and aid for Gaza sets sail from Spain

Organisers of the Global Sumud Flotilla say that more than 70 boats and 1,000 people from around the world will participate.

15/04/2026

Earth News

Meet the 'donkey firefighters' protecting Spain's natural landscapes

Several projects in Doñana, Galicia and Catalonia employ donkeys to clear forests and reduce plant fuel.

15/04/2026

Europe News

Spain finalises amnesty measures for up to 500,000 immigrants

Many immigrants from Latin America or African countries work in key sectors including agriculture, tourism and the service sector.

14/04/2026

Europe News

Spain strengthens China ties as Sánchez backs its Middle East role

The Spanish premier announced 19 bilateral agreements with China and urged Beijing to help broker Middle East peace, while avoiding comment on his wife's trial.

14/04/2026

Spain

Begoña Gómez, wife of PM Sánchez, to be tried for influence peddling

The decision was announced during the Spanish prime minister's official trip to China, where he is accompanied by his wife.

14/04/2026

Culture news

New report suggests Christopher Columbus was from Galician nobility

For the first time, a new scientific study has provided genetic evidence that points to Christopher Columbus having descended from Galician nobility in Spain and specifically from the Sotomayor lineage.

13/04/2026

Lifestyle

La Liga teams play in retro football kits for historic matchday

La Liga clubs step out in retro kits this weekend, blending football heritage and fashion with nostalgia increasingly making a mark in the modern game.

11/04/2026

Travel News

Lights, camera, action: How set-jetting boosts Madrid's economy

Madrid’s landmarks have turned the Spanish capital into a sought-after destination for film productions and fans are keen to visit the set locations.

09/04/2026

Business

Spain's warning to the West: Close your borders, wreck your economy

Spain's government has modelled what happens if it closes the door on migration. The results make for uncomfortable reading.

09/04/2026

Spain

Track broke day before train crash that killed 46, Spain officials say

The accident happened when a Madrid-bound service run by private firm Iryo derailed and crossed onto the opposite track, smashing into an oncoming train operated by state company Renfe.

08/04/2026

Sport

FIFA opens case against Spanish football federation over racist chants

Alongside the FIFA investigation, the Catalonia police force has opened its own probe, which is being handled by the Prosecutor's Office for Hate Crimes and Discrimination.

07/04/2026

Art

Going nowhere: Reina Sofía says no to Guernica transfer to Bilbao

For decades, the Basque government has been calling for Guernica to be loaned to the Guggenheim in Bilbao, but Madrid's Reina Sofía museum has just published a 16-page report that says the Picasso masterpiece is too delicate and fragile to be moved, no matter what the occasion.

07/04/2026

Travel News

Capture the perfect picture: New ‘selfie trail’ launched in Magaluf

With its purpose-built stands, the trail in Mallorca aims to solve the modern dilemma of wanting to capture travel moments, while also boosting sustainable tourism.

07/04/2026

Culture news

Spanish police find lost 17th-century manuscript for sale online

Spanish police recovered a 17th-century velvet guild manuscript that had been missing for a century after spotting it for sale online. The artefact will remain the property of its current owner, but it will now be conserved.

06/04/2026

Destinations

Picos de Europa: What to do in ‘the world’s most beautiful place’

The dramatic mountain park in northern Spain has topped Time Out’s list of the world’s most beautiful places. Still relatively under the radar, it’s a paradise for outdoor adventure.

03/04/2026

Travel News

Valencia to put a limit on the number of citywide holiday homes

The Spanish city is moving to limit holiday accommodations amid local ‘touristflation’ woes in a country that has seen large-scale anti-tourism demonstrations.

02/04/2026

Business

Stellantis calls 77,500 vehicles in Spain for overhaul

The problem affects Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Fiat vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2026, according to the automotive group. The problem detected is not related to the engine, but to two components. It is a voluntary recall.

01/04/2026

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Traditional Easter ‘monas’ get a contemporary makeover in Barcelona

A chocolatier in Barcelona is reimagining traditional Catalan Easter cakes, known as “monas,” with bold colours, modern designs and less sugary flavours.

01/04/2026

Spain

Spanish police bust 'maze-like' drug tunnel to Morocco in Ceuta

Spain's close ties with Latin America and proximity to Morocco, a top cannabis producer, make it a key entry point for drugs into Europe.

31/03/2026

Travel News

Where to experience an unforgettable Holy Week in Spain

Discover Spain’s top spots to experience Holy Week, from the passion of Seville and Málaga to the hush of Zamora and the unique rites of San Vicente de la Sonsierra, on a journey from north to south through the country’s most spectacular celebrations.

31/03/2026

Travel News

Strikes at major Spanish airports set to disrupt Easter travel

The stoppages will coincide with a peak travel period, when millions of passengers pass through Spanish airports.

30/03/2026

Smart Regions

Atlantic Europe: Rapid alert against coastal risks, reinforced

In partnership with the European Commission

Observation, alert and assistance systems for geological risks are being reinforced on Europe’s Atlantic coast, thanks to the AGEO project. In the Canary Islands, citizens can help by reporting a landslide on an app, which notifies others of road closures.

30/03/2026

Spain

Spain closes its airspace to all US aircraft involved in Iran war

The ban comes amid strained relations between Madrid and Washington following US President Donald Trump's threat earlier this month to cut off all trade with Spain over its refusal to allow the bases to be used for Iran operations.

30/03/2026

Culture news

How much does it cost to watch a Holy Week procession in Spain?

The tourism boom and soaring demand are driving up prices to watch Holy Week processions in cities such as Seville, with balcony rentals reaching €9,000 and a single seat costing almost €200.

30/03/2026

Cinema

Bums on seats: How Spain is attracting bigger cinema audiences

Despite having more investment, productions and a new wave of celebrated young cross-platform talent, Spain's film industry is failing to match audience figures from a decade ago.

30/03/2026