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LATEST: Spain train collision death toll soars to 68
Two high-speed trains collided on Wednesday in the province of Toledo in central Spain, with authorities reporting over 100 injured and a death toll that's risen from an initial 10 to 68.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
New Ryanair flights from Málaga to Italy and Germany take off, Vox and PP reject memorial plaque for housing protests icon Maricarmen, China stops broadcasting Spain's football league over Mbappé remarks and more news on Wednesday October 28th.
What to know about Spain's upcoming train strikes this autumn
Spanish train drivers for national rail operator Renfe and low-cost French competitor Ouigo have called nationwide strikes for Thursday October 29th and other key dates coinciding with public holidays in November and December.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Spain dominates Ballon D'Or football awards, PP and Vox forge last-minute Senate alliance, Madrid 'tent city' enters second month with fewer campers and more news on Tuesday October 27th.
Moroccans replace Brits as main foreign property buyers in Spain
New data shows that Moroccans are now the foreign nationals buying the most homes in Spain, knocking UK nationals off a top spot they’ve held for the most part of the last decades.
Inside Spain: How the Basque Country avoided the 'Empty Spain' problem
As Spanish city dwellers struggle with affordability and politicians call for people to move to 'Empty Spain' as a solution, we look at how the Basque Country managed to avoid the problem of poor population distribution decades ago.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Tenerife carries out Spain's largest volcanic eruption drill, police nab Mallorca pickpocketing gang, Spanish government denies 'pizza-squatting' claims and more news on Friday October 23rd.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
US denies visa of Spanish presidential candidate, police clash with protesters as Vox leader visits northern Spain, and more news on Thursday October 22nd.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Death toll from floods in eastern Spain rises to six, Barcelona launches €6,000 grants to make homes energy efficient, PP admits negotiations with far right to form Senate majority and more news on Wednesday October 21st.
Inside Spain: Could the 'Spanish Joe Rogan' decide the election?
In this week’s edition we look at how one of Spain’s most popular YouTubers is expected to interview all Spanish election candidates at length, and why many believe he could tip the balance just like Joe Rogan did when helping Trump reach power.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Spain bids to host 2035 Rugby World Cup, 21 repeat foreign offenders deported from Catalonia and more news from Spain on Friday October 16th.
When do the clocks change next in Spain in 2026?
The clocks are changing again this October in Spain, and the endless debate over scrapping daylight saving rages on.
What is 'rentismo' in Spain and how is it linked to the housing crisis?
'Rentismo' is a new word which hasn't even been included in the Spanish dictionary, but it's at the centre of public debate regarding the country’s housing problems.
Why Tuesday 13th is the day of bad luck in Spain
It's not Friday 13th that is considered a day of bad luck in Spain but Tuesday 13th. Read on to find out why as well as some of the strangest Spanish superstitions.
EXPLAINED: Why is Spain called Spain?
You may have never stopped to think about it, but where does Spain - or España - get its name from?
All the different ways you can say 'cheers' in Spanish
You may be familiar with the basic way Spaniards say ‘cheers’, but there are other Spanish expressions and habits associated with clinking glasses and making a toast that you’ll be happy to learn.
How the PP and Vox say they'll fix Spain's housing crisis
With a snap election called for November and the housing crisis at the centre of voters’ worries, we look at the policies proposed by Spain’s conservative and far-right parties, which polls suggest are favourites to form the next Spanish government.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Madrid to reduce taxes for property buyers under 40, Vox leader calls Spain's PM 'Moroccan candidate' and claims he may rig elections and more news on Tuesday October 6th.
Why has Spain's PM called a snap election?
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday called a general election nine months before the end of his third mandate. Why has he done this, and why now?
Housing protesters demand Spain's first general strike in 14 years
Following the Spanish parliament's rejection of emergency housing measures on Friday, hundreds of thousands of protesters across more than 50 Spanish cities called for a general strike to force authorities to act.
Spain's government aims to re-approve housing laws before election
Spain's left-wing government wants to use the dissolution of parliament which occurs when a snap election is called to re-approve the housing crisis decrees that were rejected on Friday, thus offering temporary protections to millions of tenants.
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Storms to continue on Monday in Spain, PM to potentially announce snap election and more news on Monday October 5th.
Five essential red tape processes for new arrivals in Spain
The process of settling in Spain and getting all your paperwork in order can be tedious and frustrating - but also necessary. This article will prepare you for all the bureaucracy when you first move to Spain.