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abcnews.go.comworld5 hrs ago
Wildfire in Spanish village kills 13, one British man survives in car
Malcolm Timbrell, 70, escaped the blaze in Bédar by sheltering in a vehicle while his wife and friends attempted to flee on foot. Thirteen people died in the fire that swept through the village last Thursday evening.
abcnews.go.compolitics8 hrs ago
Prime Minister Visits Southeastern Spain Wildfire That Killed 13
A wildfire in Almeria province has killed 13 people and injured several others, France 24 reported. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez visited the site while some families said they received no evacuation orders.
abcnews.go.compolitics10 hrs ago
Los Gallardos Wildfire Kills 13, Burns 7,000 Hectares in Southern Spain
Pedro Sánchez called for improved prevention measures following the deadly blaze in southern Spain. The fire burned nearly 7,000 hectares and was stabilized after four days of work.
news.sky.comworld21 hrs ago
British Woman, 93, Dies in Spain Wildfires, Raising Death Toll to 13
A 93-year-old British pensioner died after suffering burns in wildfires that broke out Thursday in southern Spain. The death brings the confirmed toll to 13, with at least five Britons among the victims.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld22 hrs ago
Fontainebleau Wildfire Prompts Evacuations Near Paris; Spain Reports 26 Wildfire Deaths Across Two Fires
A wildfire in France's historic Fontainebleau forest on Monday forced neighborhood evacuations and closed a highway section southeast of Paris. In Spain, two wildfires killed 13 people total, with 10 still missing from the Bedar blaze near Almeria.
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BBC Newsbusiness23 hrs ago
Gibraltar to remove border controls with Spain on 15 July
Gibraltar will end 118-year-old border checks with Spain on 15 July under a post-Brexit agreement. The change aligns the territory with the EU customs union and Schengen zone.
abcnews.go.comworld1 day ago
Wildfire in Southern Spain Kills 13 and Burns 7,000 Hectares Before Being Contained
A wildfire that erupted Thursday in Almeria province killed at least 13 people and burned around 7,000 hectares. Officials said Sunday the blaze has been contained, with hundreds of evacuees returning home.
The Independentworld1 day ago
UK Heatwave Continues with High Wildfire Risk and Water Restrictions
Natural England data show large parts of England and Wales at exceptional or very high wildfire risk through mid-week. The Met Office reported record 35C days and ongoing hot dry conditions.
world2 days ago
Bull Gores Runner in Face During Pamplona San Fermin Run
A black bull struck one participant in the face with its horn on July 11 during the fifth morning run of the eight-day festival. Twelve others received treatment for injuries after the 957-yard charge through Pamplona streets.
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France 24world2 days ago
Spanish Royals Observe Minute of Silence for Wildfire Victims
King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia and their daughters joined a ceremony Friday at the San Javier air base. France 24 reported the event honored at least 11 people killed in a wildfire in southern Spain.
world2 days ago
Wildfire in Southern Spain Kills at Least 12 After Power Line Collapse
A wildfire in Andalusia killed at least 12 people and left 23 others missing near the village of Bédar. Emergency crews evacuated 1,000 residents as flames spread through wooded areas during a heatwave.
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news.sky.comworld4 days ago
British Couple and Spanish Men Dispute Menorca Villa After Police Initially Let Occupants Stay
A British couple arrived at their Menorca holiday home to find an alarm installed and furniture removed. Police initially allowed two Spanish men to remain but detained them the next day after ownership documents were presented.
americanbanker.comsports5 days ago
Belgium Requests New Training Site Ahead of Spain World Cup Match
Belgium asked FIFA to move its training facility days before facing Spain in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. The team advanced by defeating the United States 4-1 on Monday.
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english.elpais.comfinance5 days ago
Madrid Age Tests Confirm 112 Minors and 266 Adults Among 378 Completed Cases in 2024
Official data from Madrid show that 266 of 378 individuals tested in 2024 were adults. Similar patterns appear in national Spanish figures and other European countries.
newrepublic.compolitics5 days ago
U.S. administration signals possible trade restrictions with Spain
Spanish officials described statements about cutting off trade as routine and said they are treating them as business as usual. No specific actions or timelines were detailed in the statement.
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theolivepress.esbusiness6 days ago
Spain olive-oil imports from Morocco jump nearly tenfold while domestic output falls 9 percent
Imports reached 10,384.7 tonnes from January to April, up from 103 tonnes a year earlier. The increase coincides with a strong Moroccan harvest and a modest decline in Spanish output.
news.google.comworld8 days ago
Firefighters Contain Portugal Wildfire After 12,000 Hectares Burn; Greek Blaze Damages Homes
A wildfire that began Thursday in central Portugal’s Vouzela area had scorched 12,000 hectares by Sunday. In Greece, a fire at a recycling plant near Oraiokastro triggered evacuations and led to an arrest for negligence.
abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
Wildfires Burn Over 2000 Hectares in Catalonia, Stay-at-Home Orders Issued for 10 Towns
@AFP reported that fires have scorched more than 2000 hectares of forest in Catalonia. Regional authorities ordered residents in 10 municipalities, including the Platja d'Aro resort, to remain indoors.
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abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
Spain’s meteorological agency issues heat alerts as temperatures forecast to reach 42 °C next week
AEMET forecast temperatures up to 42°C starting Sunday in southwest river valleys. Alerts cover multiple provinces and Canary Islands fire risk through Tuesday.
abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
Wildfires Burn Over 17,000 Hectares in France, Spain and Portugal
Hundreds of firefighters battled forest fires across three countries on Sunday as temperatures climbed toward 40 degrees Celsius. The blazes have already consumed more than 17,000 hectares of land.
espn.co.ukworld9 days ago
Wildfire Outside La Bisbal d’Emporda Burns 2,200 Hectares, Prompts Evacuation of 150 People
@AFP reported that firefighters stabilized 70 percent of one flank overnight. Around 150 people were evacuated from a holiday camp near La Bisbal d’Emporda with no injuries recorded.
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sbs.com.auworld9 days ago
Firefighters battle wildfires near Costa Brava and in northern Portugal
Hundreds of Spanish firefighters worked to contain an expanding wildfire near Costa Brava on Friday. Portugal requested outside assistance to fight forest fires in its northern region.
world9 days ago
New Medium-Sized Amphicyonid Species Identified from 1990s Spanish Fossil Skull
Researchers named Paludocyon moyasolai after re-examining a stored skull from Els Casots. The 50-70 kilogram animal lived 15.9 million years ago in a lagoon environment.
Euronewsworld9 days ago
Spain Issues Heat Alerts for Nine Regions, Orange Level in Six
Orange warnings cover Andalusia, Extremadura, Castilla-La Mancha, Catalonia, Galicia and Madrid on July 4. Yellow alerts apply in three other regions as the heat episode continues through next Tuesday.
sbs.com.auworld9 days ago
Spain Records 39,700 Hectares Burned by Wildfires Through June 2026
Euronews reported varying estimates of wildfire damage in Spain this year, with satellite and regional data showing 15,900 hectares burned in June alone. The European Union total reached 130,400 hectares, above the seasonal average.
variety.comfinance10 days ago
Spain Industrial Production Rises 1.2% Month-on-Month in May, Beating Forecasts
Official data showed Spanish industrial output increased more than expected in May. Month-on-month growth reached 1.2 percent against a 0.4 percent consensus forecast. Year-on-year output also exceeded estimates.
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news.google.comworld12 days agoUpdated
Spain Records 1,028 Heat-Related Deaths in June 2026, More Than Double 2025 Total
Spain recorded 1,028 excess deaths linked to high temperatures in June 2026, more than double the 407 deaths from the same month in 2025. The heatwave from 22 to 24 June produced the two hottest June days on record.
jns.orgpolitics12 days ago
Spain Receives Over 1 Million Applications in Migrant Regularization Process
The exceptional process launched in April ended June 30 with twice the expected submissions. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the total and defended the policy on economic grounds.
washingtonpost.comworld13 days agoUpdated
Spain Processes Over One Million Migrant Regularization Requests
Spain closed its migrant regularisation program on Tuesday after more than one million undocumented migrants submitted applications. The scheme ran for several months and concluded on the final day for submissions.
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washingtonpost.comworld13 days ago
Spain receives over 900,000 applications for immigrant legalization program
The Spanish government received more than 900,000 applications by mid-June for a program offering one-year renewable residence permits to immigrants without legal status. Officials had estimated 500,000 people might apply before the June 30 deadline.
Euronewsbusiness14 days ago
World Bank Group Opens Madrid Office to Strengthen Spain Ties
The World Bank Group announced the opening of an office in Madrid on Monday. The new office will bring together its institutions in Spain for the first time and support private investment in emerging markets. Euronews reported the announcement and related statements.
news.sky.comworld14 days ago
Spain receives 1.27 million applications for mass migrant regularization as deadline approaches
Several NGOs in Spain are urging undocumented migrants to submit applications for a mass regularisation process ending June 30. The effort has drawn 1.27 million applications, nearly double the government's initial target.
news.sky.comfinance14 days ago
Spanish inflation stays above ECB 2% target in first reading after US-Iran peace deal
Spanish consumer prices rose more than expected in the latest monthly reading. The increase marks the first inflation data released since the US-Iran peace deal took effect.
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winnipegfreepress.comfinance14 days ago
Spain June CPI Rises 3.2 Percent Year Over Year
Preliminary data showed Spain's consumer prices up 3.2 percent from a year earlier in June, above the 3.0 percent consensus. The month-over-month reading reached 0.6 percent.
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theolivepress.espolitics17 days ago
Spain Offers Temporary Permits to Undocumented Immigrants by June 30
Undocumented immigrants in Spain have until June 30 to apply for temporary residence permits under a new government measure. At least 500,000 people are expected to benefit. The policy runs counter to tighter immigration approaches in other European countries.
rte.ieworld18 days ago
Spain Records 327 Heat-Related Deaths During Brief Late-June Heatwave That Ended Thursday
Spain recorded 327 heat-related deaths from June 21 through June 25. Record temperatures also hit France, the UK and other European nations while alerts were issued in Belgium, Germany and Switzerland. The World Meteorological Organization said the heatwave would continue across…
freepressjournal.infinance18 days ago
Spain Receives Record Asylum Applications Under Amnesty Program
Spain has recorded 900,000 asylum applications since opening a mass regularization window that closes June 30. Officials had projected lower totals when the program began.
theolivepress.espolitics19 days agoUpdated
Former Spanish Transport Minister Gets 24 Years in Corruption Case
Pedro Sánchez rejected claims of widespread graft in his Socialist party on Wednesday. The statement followed the Monday sentencing of a former top aide to 24 years in prison for corruption.
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Euronewsscience20 days agoUpdated
Spain's First Summer Heatwave Peaks Tuesday With Red Alerts in Five Provinces
Daytime highs are forecast to reach or exceed 42°C in parts of the country on Tuesday. Red warnings cover inland areas of the Basque Country, Cantabria and Andalusia while orange alerts span roughly ten more regions.
Al Jazeerasports21 days ago
Spain Beats Saudi Arabia 4-0 in World Cup Match Watched in Gaza City Cafe
Lamine Yamal scored in the 10th minute as Spain secured victory on Sunday night. Fans in Gaza City gathered to watch despite ongoing hardships linked to the war that began in October 2023.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld22 days ago
Heat Wave Brings High Temperatures and Government Alerts to France, Spain, Italy and Britain
France placed a third of the country under red alert Sunday as temperatures approached 104 degrees. Spain, Italy and Britain issued warnings while governments restricted events and closed schools.
The Guardianworld22 days ago
PhotoEspaña 2026 Opens in Madrid With Nearly 100 Exhibitions
Spain’s leading photography festival features work by more than 300 artists across the capital and other cities through September under the theme of reimagining.
Le Mondepolitics23 days ago
Court Orders Restrictions on Spanish PM's Wife Ahead of Corruption Trial
An investigative judge ruled that sufficient evidence exists to bring the prime minister's wife to trial on influence-peddling and misuse of public funds. She must surrender her passport and report to court twice monthly while proceedings continue.
abcnews.go.compolitics22 days agoUpdated
Spanish Court Orders Begoña Gómez to Stand Trial; She Denies Wrongdoing
A Madrid judge ruled Saturday that Begoña Gómez must face a jury trial on embezzlement, corruption, misappropriation and influence-peddling counts tied to her university role.
gamereactor.euworld23 days ago
Spain Aims to Spread Tourists Beyond Coasts as Visitor Numbers Near 100 Million
Spain's tourism minister said the country is using EU funds and a new marketing campaign to promote inland and off-season travel. Foreign visitors reached 96.8 million last year and spending hit €134 billion.
teslarati.comtechnology24 days ago
Tesla FSD Supervised Fleet in Spain Logs 275,471 km Without Serious Incident
A 30-car test fleet operating since November 2025 has covered 171,170 miles on public roads. Spain’s Dirección General de Tráfico recorded the data.
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espn.co.uksports23 days agoUpdated
Lamine Yamal Cleared to Play Against Saudi Arabia After Hamstring Recovery
Spain forward Lamine Yamal said he is prepared to play against Saudi Arabia on Sunday after entering Spain's 0-0 World Cup draw with Cape Verde in the 71st minute. He and teammates addressed Spain's need to improve ahead of the next group match.
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france24.compolitics24 days ago
France Issues Orange Heat Alert for 36 Million People as Temperatures Near 40 °C
Météo-France extended its orange alert to 53 departments Friday. Temperatures are forecast to reach 40 °C in multiple regions early next week.
vaticannews.vaworld26 days ago
Former Spanish Prime Minister Zapatero Appears for Graft Probe Hearing
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero arrived for a hearing tied to an influence-peddling investigation. The investigation centers on a 2021 bailout of airline Plus Ultra.
The Guardianworld27 days ago
Spanish Households Save €10 Monthly on Electricity Due to Renewables Growth
A report found that wind and solar additions since 2021 have cut typical Spanish electricity bills by €10 a month. The same analysis showed that gas now sets prices in only 9 percent of hours, down from 52 percent in 2021.
Euronewspolitics28 days ago
Spanish Police Report Links Diary Initials to Prime Minister
A Civil Guard report concludes that the initials 'P.S.' in a seized notebook refer to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The document also describes efforts to influence a legal case involving his brother.
Varietybusiness28 days ago
Madrid’s ECAM Forum hands awards to seven projects and notes rising production costs
The three-day event at Matadero Madrid closed June 11 with awards across feature and series categories and drew nearly 800 participants.
abcnews.go.comworld31 days ago
Fire in Mallorca Tourist Area Kills Two, Injures Several
A fire broke out early Thursday in a residential building in Magaluf on the Spanish island of Mallorca. Two people died and several others were injured. Authorities are investigating the cause.
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Euronewsscience31 days ago
Spain Sees Rising Temperatures and Isolated Storms This Weekend
Temperatures across Spain are climbing this weekend, with storms expected inland on Sunday and heat continuing through late June.
The Independentworld32 days ago
Fire in Mallorca Residential Building Kills Two, Injures Nine
A blaze early Thursday in a Magaluf residential building killed two people and sent nine others to hospitals for smoke inhalation. Local authorities declared two days of mourning.
rte.iepolitics32 days ago
Pope to visit Canary Islands and highlight migrant sea crossings
Pope Leo will travel to Spain's Canary Islands starting Thursday to draw attention to deaths during Atlantic migrant journeys. He plans to call for expanded legal routes and a respectful reception for those who arrive. The visit comes as a new EU border pact takes effect.
theolivepress.esworld33 days ago
Over 50 Groups to Protest Mass Tourism in Palma on July 26
More than 50 organisations will hold a demonstration in Palma, Mallorca, on July 26. The coalition, led by Menys Turisme Mes Vida, cites housing shortages and visitor numbers ahead of an August solar eclipse.
France 24world33 days agoUpdated
Pope to bless Barcelona basilica tower on centenary of designer's death
The Pope will bless the central tower of a Barcelona basilica on Wednesday. The visit follows an open-air mass attended by 1.5 million people and precedes travel to the Canary Islands.
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Nbc Newsworld34 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Blesses Sagrada Familia’s New Jesus Christ Tower and Criticizes Europe’s Defense Spending
Pope Leo XIV will hold Mass at Barcelona’s La Sagrada Familia on Wednesday and offer a papal blessing to the basilica’s newly completed central tower. The visit marks the first papal trip to Spain in 15 years.
Euronewsbusiness34 days ago
Spain Records 5.2% Rise in April Tourist Arrivals
International visitors to Spain increased 5.2% in April, reaching 9.1 million. Cumulative arrivals for the first four months stand at 26.5 million.