Spain
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France and Spain Clash in 2026 World Cup Semifinal Showdown
France and Spain meet at Dallas Stadium on July 14 for a spot in the 2026 World Cup final, pitting a high-powered French attack against Spain’s stout defense.
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Princess Leonor of Spain advances military training phase
Princess Leonor of Spain continues her rigorous three-year military training program, marking a significant step in her path toward future constitutional duties.
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Deadly Wildfire Kills 11 in Southern Spain Amid Severe Heatwave
At least 11 people have died and 19 remain missing after a wildfire swept through Almería, Spain, during a record-breaking heatwave.
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Portugal Faces Spain in High-Stakes World Cup Round of 16 Clash
Iberian rivals Portugal and Spain face off at AT&T Stadium today for a spot in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, with the winner set to meet the US or Belgium.
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Three Irish Nationals Killed in Spain Car Crash
Three Irish nationals from Co Westmeath have died following a car crash near Malaga, Spain, with one survivor remaining in serious condition.
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Spain’s Former Transport Minister Sentenced to 24 Years for Corruption
Spain’s Supreme Court has sentenced former transport minister José Luis Ábalos to 24 years in prison for his role in a multi-million euro corruption scheme involving pandemic-era public contracts.
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Real Madrid confirms Marc Cucurella signing during 2026 World Cup campaign
Real Madrid has finalized the €60 million signing of defender Marc Cucurella, who remains a key starter for Spain at the 2026 World Cup.
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Spain Benches Stars Yamal and Williams for World Cup Opener
Spain has opted to keep Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the bench for their 2026 World Cup opener against Cabo Verde, citing recovery from recent hamstring injuries.
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Spain Opens World Cup Campaign Against Debutants Cape Verde
Spain faces World Cup newcomers Cape Verde in Atlanta today, marking the start of their Group H campaign. Teenage star Lamine Yamal is expected to feature despite recent injury concerns.
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Scottish crime boss Steven Lyons to contest Spanish extradition in Amsterdam court
Notorious gangland leader Steven Lyons is appearing in Amsterdam District Court today to formally oppose his extradition to Spain, where he faces charges related to a multi-million euro drug trafficking and money laundering network.
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Santiago-Rosalía De Castro Airport Closure: What Travelers Must Know
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport remains closed for major runway renovations until May 27, 2026, disrupting travel for thousands during the peak pilgrimage season.
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Spain Greenlights Mass Regularization for 500,000 Migrants
Spain’s government has approved a royal decree to grant legal residency to roughly 500,000 undocumented migrants, aiming to address labor shortages and demographic challenges.
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Spain Approves Decree to Regularize 500,000 Undocumented Migrants
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a decree to regularize around 500,000 undocumented migrants, framing it as an act of justice and economic necessity.


