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How Spain put up wealth taxes – without chasing away the billionaires

Amid calls for Rachel Reeves to bring in a new levy for the super-rich, Madrid offers lessons for policymakers

The Guardian - UK

Real Madrid 2025–26 Season Preview: Xabi Alonso Takes Talents to La Liga

Los Blancos have revenge on the mind after losing their Spanish and European crowns last season.

Sports Illustrated

Franco Mastantuono’s Surprising Real Madrid Shirt Number Confirmed

Real Madrid’s strategy leaves the door open to another signing before the window closes.

Sports Illustrated

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Spanish people know deadly heatwaves are now an annual event. So why are our politicians in denial?

We need everyday solutions like ‘cool banks’ and shaded areas, as well as serious policies on emissions, says María Ramírez, deputy managing editor of elDiario.es

The Guardian - UK

Wildfires in Madrid burn 26 horses to death as record-breaking heatwave sweeps across Europe

A 55-year-old man reportedly died trying to save the horses

The Independent UK

Wrecked houses and 26 dead horses: residents return to Madrid suburb after wildfire

Families in Tres Cantos and Soto de Viñuelas take in scene of destruction after blaze and pay tribute to man who died

The Guardian - UK

OPINION - This secret 'tax' is putting tourists off spending their money in the UK

Walk down any of London’s shopping streets today and you’ll notice something missing – not the designer shops or beautiful window displays, but the international tourists. The visitors who once spent freely in our stores, stayed in our hotels, dined in our restaurants and enriched the whole economy are no…

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Wildfire near Madrid kills one as fires burn across Spain

The fire was brought under control overnight, after a blaze in the Tres Cantos area killed one person and prompted evacuations, the authorities said.

Euronews

Spain orders town to drop Muslim community religious gathering ban

The ban, which affects Muslims celebrating religious holidays in sports centres in the southeastern town of Jumilla, has been challenged by Madrid.

Euronews

Terrifying moment Madrid homes threatened by raging wildfire

A wildfire near the Tres Cantos area of Madrid has forced the evacuation of residents as emergency crews battle the spreading flames.

The Independent UK

Europe burns under ‘nightmare’ wildfires as alerts issued for tourism hotspots

A man in Madrid died after suffering burns as the fire ravaged more than 1,000 hectares of land

The Independent UK

Spanish town ordered to scrap religious festivals ban mainly impacting Muslims

Jumilla’s ban on gatherings in public sports centres breaches right to religious freedom, says Madrid

The Guardian - UK

Can Real Madrid topple La Liga champs Barcelona? Yamal vs Mbappe?

Xabi Alonso takes charge of Real Madrid for the first time in La Liga this season. But can holders Barcelona be stopped?

Al Jazeera

Madrid cultural diversity festival ban is ideological, its organisers claim

Kúpula se Mueve, which celebrates African and Latin culture, has been held without problems since 2013

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The Independent UK

Spain airport strikes: Where major disruption is set to hit passengers this summer

Strikes across popular destinations such as Madrid, Barcelona, Ibiza and Palma de Mallorca kick off on Friday, 15 August

Latin Times

After Selling Out Stadiums, Aitana Talks Life in Miami, Her Latin Music Family and Plans to Go Global - INTERVIEW

Aitana just wrapped two historic nights at Madrid's Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano, closing her Metamorfosis Tour in Spain in front of more than 110,000 fans.

Kiplinger

Retire in the Canary Islands for Beaches and Natural Beauty

Retirees enjoy Spain's Canary Islands, where life can be as hectic or chilled as you like. The one constant will be almost year-round mild weather.

Evening Standard

Liverpool move quickly 'to reach Rodrygo agreement' after ending Alexander Isak interest

The Reds want to replace Luis Diaz with the Real Madrid winger

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The Independent UK

Luxury Spanish train announces new 2026 itinerary starting and ending in Madrid

The luxury rail journey showcases some of Spain’s most picturesque cities and attractions

Euronews

Grocery prices in Europe: Which cities are the most expensive for supermarket shopping?

Grocery prices show significant disparities across European cities—even between those in the same country. Euronews Business takes a closer look at Deutsche Bank’s ‘Grocery Index’ to reveal the cheapest and most expensive shopping baskets.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Star Offers Massive Contract Hint That Conflicts With Club Policy

Thibaut Courtois’s current contract with Real Madrid expires in June 2026.

Evening Standard

Best solo holiday destinations for summer 2025: from Reykjavik to Punta Cana

Craving some alone time? Solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe picks the best summer destinations for every type of traveller, from epicureans to nature lovers

The Guardian - UK

Defeated but proud: Madrileños brave the heat to roar on La Roja

Confidence in another triumph for Spain’s women’s team was dashed, but the swell of support was a win in itself

Motorsport

Real Madrid star Thibaut Courtois sets sights on owning an F2 team and racing in GT3

Real Madrid and Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was hard to miss at Spa, towering over Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri as he presented them with their sprint race trophies on Saturday after waving the chequered flag.

Evening Standard

Kylian Mbappe: Real Madrid forward issues Olympics response as rumours swirl

French striker did not play at his home Games despite wanting to

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