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Thousands in Spain's capital protest increasing housing costs

Thousands have rallied in central Madrid against spiraling housing costs that have priced many Spaniards out of the market

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Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand PM resigns

Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets of Madrid to demand the prime minister's scalp.

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Soft power sell-off: anger as British Council announces sale of historic Madrid building

Backlash grows among European staff against radical cuts to pay off Covid-era debt, with some accusing council of ‘colonial attitude’

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2026 Roland Garros Women’s Seed Report: Aryna Sabalenka Is the Favorite in an Open Field

The French Open title is up for grabs, with a handful of viable contenders vying for the championship trophy.

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Fruit Attraction 2026 on Track as Exhibition Space Tops 90% Capacity

MADRID, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From 6–8 October, Fruit Attraction will once again turn Madrid into the world's leading meeting point for the fruit and vegetable sector. Organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX (Spanish Federation of Producers and Exporters of Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers and Live Plants), the fair is…

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A brand new airline is set to launch this July – and you can book tickets from London now

Riyadh Air is set to launch flights to Manchester and Madrid too, with more than 100 destinations set to join the network before 2030.

Euronews

Commission sides with Spain on EU cash for pensions row as parliament calls for transparency

Commission sides with Spain on EU cash for pensions row as the parliament calls for transparency in 'obtuse' deals. MEPs say allegations have already damaged mutual trust ahead of delicate budget talks.

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Rodri's Real Madrid move makes front-page news in Spain, with Manchester City exodus approaching

Manchester City star Rodri is ready to follow Pep Guardiola out of the Etihad Stadium, with Real Madrid hovering

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Alcaraz withdraws from Wimbledon with wrist injury

MADRID - Carlos Alcaraz's hopes of regaining his Wimbledon title have been dashed with the two-time champion announcing Tuesday he is withdrawing as he recovers from a wrist injury.

Bangkok Post

Member's Only: The secret of Florentino Pérez's Real Madrid power base

Money talks. Especially at Real Madrid. If you can't personally guarantee €187 million and boast 20 years of club membership, there's no way to take over the club, which has allowed its president Florentino Pérez to rule for nearly two decades.

Euronews

Spanish ex-PM faces influence-peddling probe

MADRID - Spain’s former Socialist prime minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero has been placed under investigation for influence peddling and crimes allegedly committed in connection with the bailout of a small airline, a court said on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Jose Mourinho nears sensational return to Real Madrid

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The Ukrainian tennis duo bringing joy to war-torn nation amid conflict with Russia

Elina Svitolina won the Italian Open over the weekend, just two weeks after her fellow Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk triumphed in Madrid

The Independent UK

Alex Marquez undergoes successful surgery after Barcelona crash

Successful surgery for Marquez, who is expected to return to Madrid later today

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Griezmann, Lewandowski Give Emotional Farewells in Final Home Matches

The Atlético Madrid and Barcelona stars both depart this summer after successful careers at their clubs.

Motorsport

F1 fans split over Carlos Sainz's first laps at Madrid's new circuit

Carlos Sainz has given fans a first look at the Madring circuit, with reactions split ahead of its maiden Spanish Grand Prix in September

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Three Red Flags Xabi Alonso Brings to Chelsea From Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen

The former Real Madrid boss is taking his talents—and shortcomings—to west London.

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Why David Beckham Wore the No. 23 Jersey for Real Madrid, LA Galaxy

David Beckham said goodbye to his iconic No. 7 jersey when he left Manchester United for Real Madrid in 2003.

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Real Madrid Presidential Elections: How the Voting Process Works and Who Could Replace Florentino Pérez

Real Madrid’s presidency is now up for contention after the club called elections in the wake of a challenging season.

Motorsport

Carlos Sainz says Madrid’s new F1 circuit is “faster than it looks” after first laps

The Williams driver sampled Formula 1’s newest grand prix venue and highlighted several overtaking spots and high-speed sections

Euronews

Spanish row over EU cash fuels north–south tensions ahead of tough budget talks

Spain is at the centre of a political storm after conservative politicians across Europe accused Madrid of using EU money to pay for pensions. Madrid denies it but the damage may be done as tough budget talks get underway.

Euronews

Europe dominates new ranking of the world’s best walking cities for 2026

Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list.

Euronews

Europe’s household energy prices surge after Iran war: Which capitals were hit hardest?

Household gas prices rose across EU capitals between early February and early April, reflecting the impact of Middle East tensions. However, electricity prices fell on average, highlighting diverging trends in Europe’s energy markets.

The Mary Sue

Eric Clapton’s Madrid show cut short after a fan’s shocking mid-concert attack with a vinyl record

Eric Clapton’s Madrid concert came to an abrupt end last week after a fan launched a vinyl record at him mid-performance, leaving the 81-year-old visibly shaken. The incident happened on May 7 at Movistar Arena, just as Clapton finished playing his 1997 hit Cocaine. Instead of returning for his planned…

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Everything Florentino Perez said and DID in crazy Real Madrid press conference

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has been heavily criticised for his conduct in a recent press conference

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