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44 survivors were rescued off the coast of the Canary Islands, including three in critical condition who were evacuated by helicopter. The boat, carrying more than 100 people, departed from Gambia on August 7 and lost its way. The President of the Canary Islands stated: "The Atlantic continues to be a route of death."

A month after the mass storming of Ceuta, thousands of migrants remain in the Spanish enclave, and public anger toward Pedro Sanchez's left-wing government is intensifying. On Wednesday, massive protests took place across Spain; in Madrid, crowds chanted "Sanchez to prison!", while in Valencia, protesters burned his photos, demanding action against what they call a "treacherous government."

The extreme heatwave that has hit Spain has made the traditional folding fan, the abanico, an essential accessory across the country — from crowded subway cars to sun-drenched plazas. Both women and men are now embracing the accessory, which originated in the 15th and 16th centuries, and whose price starts at 5 euros and can go much higher.

A 10-year-old boy was left alone at a gas station in western Spain after his father continued driving without noticing that he had not returned to the car. The boy's 7-year-old brother and a friend of the father were also in the vehicle, but none of them noticed his absence. The police launched an operation to locate the car and found it only about two and a half hours later.

Pedro Sanchez accused Israel, Russia, and the far-right of attempting to "divide Spain and Europe over the issue of migration." The Prime Minister ruled out any possibility of involvement by Moroccan authorities in the breach by migrants who flooded the Spanish enclave in North Africa.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez claimed that "Russian and Israeli networks" spread false information that triggered a mass influx of migrants into Ceuta. Sanchez did not provide evidence for his claims but ruled out Moroccan involvement in the crisis.

A 49-year-old man sustained fractures to both legs while riding the "Batman Gotham City Escape" roller coaster at Warner Madrid park in Spain. The victim was airlifted to a hospital, and the ride has been closed pending an investigation.

Those planning a vacation in Spain or Italy in the next two weeks may encounter more than just the end-of-summer rush. A series of strikes at airports, ground services, and railways is expected to make travel difficult for passengers, and in some cases, make the journey to or from the airport particularly complicated.

Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia have developed light-activated drugs that restored visual functions in blind mice. Two of the substances tested were effective as eye drops, requiring no genetic modification or device implantation. The findings were published in the "Journal of the American Chemical Society".

Members of Stukas Sur, a hooligan firm historically associated with Sevilla, attempted to clear tent camps and threw migrants' belongings into the sea.

Defense Minister Margarita Robles claims that the warning reached the police and immigration authority, which identified the mass call to cross the border. These remarks contradict previous government statements that there was no prior information. The storm increases pressure on Prime Minister Sanchez, whom polls predict will lose his rule in the upcoming elections.

According to a new study by Deloitte and Google, Spain is expected to become the world's most visited tourist destination by 2040, welcoming 110 million tourists annually. In recent years, Spain has become a favorite summer destination, particularly for British travelers, with over 19 million Britons visiting in 2025 alone. The USA is projected to be the third most visited country, followed by...

The total solar eclipse sent me on a chase into the heart of the scorching Spanish wilderness, amidst cancellations, delays, and scientific history, after one massive sun. A travel diary.

With a brace and a debut as captain, Raphinha shone in the 5-0 win over Elche, but it was the Spider-Man style goal celebration that made the headlines. Hansi Flick was delighted with the new leader, but also had to deal with Gavi's injury and the question marks surrounding Balde.

A disturbing incident at the European OCR Championship: the Israeli team received notice one day before the event that they could not compete due to protests by locals. Team member Shneor Simcha described the location as "the most antisemitic place I have ever been to."

Spanish police arrested five suspects, presumably affiliated with criminal organizations, who were working to illegally smuggle Moroccan migrants from Ceuta to the Cadiz area, while exploiting the severe migration crisis that has struck Spain.

While quite a few tourists were vacationing at the famous La Manga beach in Spain, a boat with about 60 migrants arrived at the shore, and everyone on board broke into the country's territory. "This cannot be normalized. If a migrant boat can reach such a bay, disembark in front of citizens and then leave, we must ask ourselves how the control of our maritime borders is operating."

Juan Tamariz, who brought the art of magic into millions of homes in Spain and around the world, has passed away in Madrid. From his childhood to winning the world championship in Paris, Tamariz changed the face of classic magic, redefined the performance, and was known for his extraordinary generosity in sharing professional secrets.

About 500 minors will be transferred from Ceuta to mainland Spain after at least 96 people were killed during a mass crossing from Morocco at the end of July. The move marks a shift in Madrid's position, comes against the backdrop of a humanitarian crisis in the enclave, and is expected to spark a confrontation with right-wing parties opposed to their reception.

Since scoring Spain's winning goal in the World Cup final, he has been everywhere – and not everyone is thrilled with his new persona. The absurd rating he gave himself in FIFA, his surprise at his own goal tally for Barcelona, and his demand that the club "show they want him" have sparked a wave of mockery.

At least three people were lightly injured and several buildings sustained damage on Tuesday when a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Spain. The tremor caused widespread panic among residents, many of whom fled their homes fearing further aftershocks.

An Israeli rescue plane heading to assist victims of the earthquake in Colombia was blocked from passing through Spanish airspace. Haddad exposed the critical delay and accused: "They don't care that this is a life-saving mission. Shame and disgrace!"

The Spanish league season kicked off with high drama. Sevilla secured a last-gasp win against Rayo Vallecano, while Alaves dominated Getafe in the second half.

294 migrants were arrested, and according to the Tetouan province announcement, most of them arrived from sub-Saharan countries. According to the Spanish newspaper "El País", the country's authorities deployed an unprecedented scale of forces and technological means to prevent the crossing of the border barrier.

Europe is aging and needs immigrants, but struggles to integrate some of them. Data from Germany point to gaps regarding religion and law, while the right is strengthening and the debate over the continent's future is intensifying.

The fire in the north of the country threatened a historical site and led to a dramatic rescue operation. The teams entered the area under the threat of fire and evacuated ancient bones belonging to three kings from the 11th century, alongside rare paintings and ceremonial clothing. The findings were removed from the area and transferred to a museum until the danger passes.

The Catalan website 'Sport' is impressed by the Israeli talent, who has already received minutes in preparation matches against Birmingham and Udinese — and the Spanish champions do not rule out a first-team debut during the season.

Her company owes about $3 million to creditors, luxury inventory is facing destruction, and only about 14,000 shekels remain in the coffers. Yet, the supermodel was caught spending a sunny day with her daughter on a luxury yacht that costs thousands of shekels a day. Were the debts left on the shore?

Two weeks after 72,000 migrants breached the Spanish enclave in North Africa, the Moroccan Minister of Justice declared that his country has not abandoned its claims to Ceuta and Melilla. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles firmly rejected the statement: "They are not just Spanish, they are super-Spanish, and they cannot be touched." The Spanish Foreign Ministry reiterated that Spain's...

Spanish police announced on Tuesday the dismantling of a criminal gang that trafficked underage migrant girls. The group is accused of moving victims from care centers in Gran Canaria to other parts of Spain and France, where some were subjected to sexual exploitation. Five suspects, including one minor, were arrested following raids.

A total solar eclipse will appear today in the skies over Europe for the first time since 1999, with a path crossing Siberia, Greenland, Iceland, and Spain. In Spain, where it is the first total eclipse in a century, record demand has been recorded to view the event, including the rental of private jets and ships on the high seas.

Less than two weeks after tens of thousands crossed from Morocco to Ceuta, calls are again circulating on social media for young people to gather at the border on August 15. Spanish authorities are preparing for another mass entry attempt and clarify that they are taking the threat seriously.

The Italian Prime Minister has harshly criticized Spain's handling of illegal immigration in a move seen as an attempt to consolidate her voter base.

An official photo of Pedro Sánchez from an emergency meeting went viral after the camera angle created an illusion that his lower body had disappeared. His office released a video intended to prove he was wearing pants, but the memes had already flooded the web.

Last week, about 70,000 people crossed the border from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, with most returning shortly after and a small portion seeking to stay and immigrate to Spain. Behind what appears to be a wave of migration lies a long-standing territorial conflict, with indications that the Moroccan government encouraged the infiltration to demonstrate control over the territory — a...

A massive fireworks show in Altea, Spain, turned into a nightmare when a shell deviated from its trajectory and struck the crowd on the beach. The event, billed as the largest in its history, utilized over 1,600 kg of gunpowder. 27 people were injured, with 11 hospitalized for burns.

An unprecedented migration crisis, confrontations with Donald Trump and Israel, a rift in NATO, and domestic corruption scandals: Pedro Sánchez is losing allies, but the Spanish economy is providing him with a lifeline ahead of the elections.

The mass breach into Ceuta exposed Brussels' open secret: Europe pays hundreds of millions to countries like Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, and Mauritania to stop migrants far from its territory. But now it turns out that these agreements have turned refugees into a strategic bargaining chip - and the entire continent vulnerable to constant extortion.

Spain's Minister for Youth announced during a visit to the enclave of Ceuta that the government is preparing to transfer migrant minors to mainland Spain. The migration crisis is sparking a head-on conflict between Madrid and Rome with the imposition of mutual border controls.

Footage shared on social media led to a police investigation, the location of a rental car, and the identification of the couple. Authorities stated: "This behavior endangered other road users."

The Spanish government has decided to respond to the restrictions imposed by Rome a week ago following the mass breach into Ceuta. Despite calls to retract, the Italian government announced it would reconsider its decision only after ensuring there are no security or terrorist risks.

The claim being examined in academic and intelligence circles in Beijing links the crisis in Ceuta, the tension between Madrid and Jerusalem, and the security ties between Israel and Morocco. In China, they wonder if the assault on the Spanish enclave was part of a planned operation, but no evidence of Israeli involvement has been presented.

The US reaffirmed its support for Spain's sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, while sharply criticizing the Sanchez government for failing to protect its borders against a massive influx of migrants.

The migration crisis in the Spanish enclaves undermines the international standing of Morocco, our important partner in the Abraham Accords, which until now has stood out as a regional anchor of political and economic stability.

For the first time in the history of "Married at First Sight," the couples went on a retreat abroad just before the decisions. But it was Noa and Ari who proved that even a Spanish sunset cannot resolve an argument in which each is convinced they are living in a different reality.

The European Commission is in talks with the Spanish government regarding an additional aid package after approximately 72,000 migrants entered the city of Ceuta from Moroccan territory last week. The funds are expected to be used to strengthen border security and expand humanitarian and medical support for those remaining in the city.

Juan Jesus Vivas, governor of the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in Morocco, told the European Parliament on Thursday that about 100 people died during the infiltration of the Spanish border by illegal migrants last week. Vivas added that between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta.

In the remote village of Uzanosa de Muño in Spain's Burgos province, life usually moves at a slow pace, with the weekly bread truck being the highlight. However, on August 12, 2026, this quiet village is set to become a global destination thanks to its perfect positioning for a total solar eclipse.

Weeks after the Argentine national team's loss in the World Cup final against Spain, the big star mobilized to assist residents of the Madrid region who were severely affected by forest fires.

A private investigator documented the employee cleaning a balcony, carrying water containers, and helping to paint a house while she was on sick leave. The court upheld her dismissal, but ruled that she must receive approximately 1,280 euros for 24 unused vacation days.