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“Spain Today” brings the latest news and analysis from Spain in clear, concise English. From politics and the economy to culture and society, our daily episodes—released every morning—cover key stories shaping the nation. Whether you’re an expat, language learner, or simply interested in Spain, we offer a balanced overview of current events. Stay tuned, stay informed, and stay connected! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpainTodayNews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@spain.today.news Instagram:

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03.19 - Spain Today News 11 September 2026

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2026/09/12

🇪🇸 Congress Approves Saharawi Nationality BillThe Spanish Congress approved a bill allowing Saharawis born under Spanish administration before 29 September 1977 and their first-degree descendants to obtain Spanish nationality by naturalisation. Up to 120,000 people could benefit, with a five-year application window and a reduced residency requirement of two years.School Bullying Repunts as AI Misuse SpikesBullying rose to 14.1% of Spanish students in 2025–2026. AI appeared in 23.5% of

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00:22:01

03.20 - Spain Today News 12 September 2026

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2026/09/12

🇪🇸 Resignation of Chief of Staff in Ceuta Following CNI LeakThe Chief of Staff for the Government Delegation in Ceuta, Gonzalo Sanz, has resigned following controversy over a National Intelligence Centre (CNI) alert. Sanz maintained that he immediately passed on a CNI warning received via WhatsApp on 29 July 2026 regarding social media groups with 180,000 participants planning a mass border crossing into the autonomous city. However, the Government Delegate asserted he was not informed prior to 30

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00:22:06

03.18 - Spain Today News 10 September 2026

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2026/09/10

🇪🇸 Spain Today — Daily National News BriefingOpening of the 2026/27 Judicial YearCeuta Crisis Friction: Spain’s judicial year opens under high political tension following the irregular crossing of roughly 70,000 migrants into Ceuta in late July. A rift has opened between the Interior Ministry and the General Council of the Judiciary over Judge María Tardón’s investigation into potential territorial integrity and organized crime offenses.New Attorney General: Teresa Peramato delivers her maiden

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00:21:20

03.17 - Spain Today News 9 September 2026

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2026/09/09

Supreme Court Suspends Voting Rights Under 'Grandchildren Law'Spain's Supreme Court has temporarily frozen electoral register (CERA) enrollment for foreign-born individuals who acquired Spanish nationality through the Democratic Memory Law ("grandchildren law") based on a government directive that presumed exile status for anyone leaving between 1936 and 1955. Applicants must now explicitly prove they are direct descendants of individuals exiled due to political, ideological, or sexual orientation

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00:22:35

Spain Today News 8 September 2026

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2026/09/08

Spain Today News Summary: 8 September 2026The government has launched the Casa 47 public-rental portal with 800 homes, plus 1,500 more planned. Rents are intended to remain below 30% of tenants’ income. Contracts will span 14 years, with options to extend up to 75 years, as the housing law is defended as necessary intervention in an unregulated market.The National Court is investigating the mass border entry in Ceuta in late July as a serious attack on territorial integrity, reckless homicide and

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00:13:44

03.15 - Spain Today News 7 September 2026

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2026/09/07

The Rise of Self-Construction in SpainAn increasing number of Spaniards are looking at alternative ways to secure a home. A recent study found that 42% have considered building their own home, while 8.5% view it as a concrete project. This interest rises to 48% among young adults aged 25 to 34 and people living in rural areas or towns. The main drivers are custom design, cost savings and energy efficiency.However, 66% of Spaniards admit knowing little or nothing about self-construction. Industry

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00:17:00

03.14 - Spain Today News 6 September 2026

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2026/09/06

Spain Today: Latest News SummaryThe Diplomatic and Border Crisis Over Ceuta The Spanish government has extended border controls on travelers arriving from Italy by air and sea for another 15 days, lasting from 8 to 22 September 2026. This move is a reciprocal response to Italy's decision to suspend the Schengen free-movement agreement for travelers from Spain. Tensions escalated after Italy initially suspended free movement on 31 July following the mass entry of around 80,000 migrants into

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00:20:02

03.13 - Spain Today News 5 September 2026

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2026/09/05

Here is the daily news roundup from Spain Today:1. Regional Financing Reform Passes First Hurdle Amid Intense Political DivisionThe Ministry of Finance has approved its draft reform of the regional financing system during a highly charged meeting of the Council for Fiscal and Policy Financial Policy. The new model proposes injecting an additional €20.975 billion into Spain's autonomous communities. Under this plan, regions would see their share of personal income tax (IRPF) rise from 50% to 55%

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00:14:56

03.12 - Spain Today News 4 September 2026

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2026/09/04

Tragedy Adrift: Over 80 Feared Dead on Migrant BoatA devastating humanitarian crisis has unfolded south of the Canary Islands. A precariously built boat (cayuco) was found drifting 65 miles southwest of Gran Canaria after spending 26 days at sea. The vessel departed from Gambia on 7 August carrying 128 people, including four women and a baby. Only 44 survivors, all male Sub-Saharan migrants, were rescued by the Guardamar Urania. Due to extreme weather—with 20-knot winds and 2.5-metre waves—rescuers

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00:20:58

03.11 - Spain Today News 3 September 2026

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2026/09/03

Spain Today News presents a summary of the social, political and economic developments currently unfolding across the nation:The Political and Social Crisis in CeutaOn 2 September, Ceuta Day was marked by unprecedented, massive protests. Approximately 20,000 residents in Ceuta marched under the banner "Ceuta is not for sale, Ceuta defends itself!", demanding immediate border reinforcement and the return of those who entered irregularly during the late-July crisis. Over 70,000 migrants

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00:12:28

03.10 - Spain Today News 2 September 2026

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2026/09/02

Spain Today brings you the key national developments as September begins, marked by major legislative steps, diplomatic friction, and local disputes.Healthcare Reform Sparks Strike ThreatThe Spanish Government has approved the parliamentary processing of the new Estatuto Marco for healthcare staff, despite strong opposition from medical unions and several autonomous regions. This represents the first major reform of its kind in 23 years, seeking to limit medical shifts from 24 hours to a maximum of

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00:19:46

03.09 - Spain Today News 1 September 2026

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2026/09/01

Spain has experienced its hottest summer on record in 2026, with average temperatures reaching 26 ºC, which is 2.5 ºC above the historical average. The extreme season saw four distinct heatwaves and a relentless run of suffocating nights where temperatures did not drop below 20 ºC anywhere in the country. This prolonged heat had a severe human cost, resulting in 5,091 heat-attributable deaths, the highest number since records began and more than double the average of the previous decade.In political

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00:21:38

03.08 - Spain Today News 31 August 2026

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2026/08/31

Spain Today has investigated the hidden financial networks of organised crime. Our team tracked hawala, an ancient, informal money transfer system that bypasses conventional banking to move billions of euros annually across borders. While millions of people rely on hawala to send vital, low-cost remittances to families in crisis zones—such as Gaza, where banks are non-existent—it has become a critical "crime-as-a-service" backbone for money laundering, tax evasion, and terrorism. Key cases

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00:19:18

03.07 - Spain Today News 30 August 2026

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2026/08/30

Spain Today reports on the following key developments:Political Clash and Tensions Over the Ceuta Migrant CrisisFollowing the arrival of thousands of migrants in Ceuta on 30 and 31 July, political friction has intensified. Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the Popular Party (PP), has demanded that the director of the National Intelligence Centre (CNI), Esperanza Casteleiro, appear in the Senate to clarify what the Government knew about the crisis. The PP also plans to enter the judicial cause opened

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00:23:32

03.06 - Spain Today News 29 August 2026

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2026/08/29

Here is today's roundup of the key stories from Spain Today:Ceuta Border Crisis & Sovereign DefenseSpain's Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, has firmly defended the Spanish and European sovereignty of Ceuta and Melilla. Speaking in Congress, he attributed the recent migration crisis in Ceuta to disinformation and hoaxes regarding a Supreme Court ruling on migrant returns, which were spread by traffickers and individual actors in Africa. Albares emphasized daily diplomatic

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00:19:05

03.05 - Spain Today News 28 August 2026

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2026/08/28

Here is today's roundup of the key stories from Spain Today:Ceuta Migration Crisis: Political Disputes and Escalating UnrestPolitical tensions have flared as ministers Felix Bolaños and Ángel Víctor Torres defended the government's handling of the July 30–31 migration crisis, during which 70,000 people crossed into Ceuta. Appearing before a parliamentary commission, Bolaños denied having "prior or precise" warnings about the sheer scale of the crossings, contradicting earlier

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00:18:57

03.04 - Spain Today News 27 August 2026

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2026/08/27

Spain's new political term is opening under severe strain, dominated by a massive migrant crisis in Ceuta and escalating political and judicial battles, even as the country celebrates its world-famous Tomatina festival.The Ceuta Migrant Crisis and Political CollisionOn 30 and 31 July 2026, over 70,000 migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, triggering an unprecedented humanitarian and security emergency. Currently, around 5,000 migrants remain in the city, including at least 1,500

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00:06:56

03.03 - Spain Today News 26 August 2026

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2026/08/26

Here is your daily news digest from Spain Today for Wednesday, 26 August 2026:New Registry Approved to Regulate LobbyistsThe Spanish Council of Ministers has approved a Royal Decree-law to establish a public, electronic, and mandatory registry for interest groups to monitor lobbying within state administration. Managed by the Council for Transparency and Good Governance, the body will supervise activities and impose sanctions. This executive action comes after a specific draft law became blocked in

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00:19:50

03.02 - Spain Today News 25 August 2026

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2026/08/25

Following the major migration crisis in Ceuta on 30–31 July 2026, where between 70,000 and 80,000 migrants entered the Spanish autonomous city, the Spanish Government has taken significant legal, security, and diplomatic measures:**Legal Reforms and Border Procedures**The Council of Ministers approved a draft bill for a new Asylum Law and a reform of the Foreigners Law (*Ley de Extranjería*) to align Spanish law with the European Pact on Migration and Asylum. * **Asylum Law**: Streamlines

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00:20:38

03.01 - Spain Today News 23 March 2026

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2026/03/23

International Crisis in the Strait of HormuzTrump Suspends Strikes: President Donald Trump has ordered a five-day postponement of planned military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure following what he described as "productive conversations" between Washington and Tehran. This 120-hour truce freezes a previous 48-hour ultimatum that had placed the world on the brink of a major conflict.Market Impact: Following the announcement, the price of Brent crude oil plunged 13%, dropping to

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