Stories from Spain

Spain has been awarded 35 Blue Flags for its beaches in 2026. The Blue Flag is an international certification awarded to beaches that meet strict environmental and quality standards.

Adif AV has contracted the project for the track laying of the 'U' connection in Olmedo. This 8.2 km link will connect the Madrid-Valladolid and Madrid-Galicia high-speed lines.

Spain has set a new record by receiving 35 Blue Flags for its beaches in 2026. These beaches represent 15% of the world's total Blue Flag beaches. The Blue Flag is an international certification for beaches and marinas that meet strict environmental and quality standards.

A religious order has evicted Mariano Ordaz, 67, from the home he had lived in his entire life. The order owns 294 properties, with about a hundred located in the region.

Local residents and mayors have reported attempts to manually open water gates, which were abandoned by the Generalitat Valenciana. The situation indicates a lack of maintenance and potential issues with water management.

Members of RCD Mallorca can now purchase tickets for the upcoming Spain versus England match.

The case involved domestic violence.

The Xunta has quadrupled its direct contracts with large private healthcare groups since 2022. This practice, known as 'a dedo' or 'finger-pointing,' involves awarding contracts without competitive bidding.

Yellow level storm warnings have been issued for the Prelitoral de Girona, Litoral Sur de Girona, and the central depression of Lleida. The warnings are in effect starting May 11.

The Guardia Civil in Madrid has dismantled a pyramid scheme that defrauded individuals of €2 million. The scheme operated by using funds from new clients to pay 'benefits' to existing members, creating a false impression of profitability.