Spain
At least 18 die as 49,000 migrants breach Morocco-Ceuta border
A massive surge of migrants into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta has left at least 18 people dead and thousands stranded, sparking diplomatic tension.
European wildfires create fire clouds that trigger dangerous weather loops
Historic blazes in France and Spain are generating rare fire clouds that produce their own weather systems, intensifying the destruction and threatening the Bordeaux wine region.
World Cup winners (and fans!) to get championship rings
For the first time, World Cup winners and fans will receive bespoke championship rings in a move mirroring North American sports traditions.
World Cup 2026: World Cup rings for winners as Donald Trump to attend final
FIFA breaks tradition by introducing championship rings for the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, where President Donald Trump is set to present the trophy.
Slavko Vinčić appointed referee for Argentina-Spain World Cup 2026 final
FIFA has appointed Slovenian official Slavko Vinčić to referee the World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain. Vinčić becomes only the 23rd person in history to officiate the tournament's showpiece event.
Messi and Yamal to face off in 2026 World Cup final
Argentina and Spain will meet in the 2026 World Cup final, pitting Lionel Messi against Lamine Yamal in their first professional match against each other.
Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach World Cup 2026 final against Spain
Argentina overcame a late deficit to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in the 2026 World Cup final.
Seven Britons among 12 foreign nationals killed in Spain’s deadly wildfires
Postmortem exams confirm 12 foreign nationals died in devastating wildfires in southern Spain, with many victims trapped in vehicles while attempting to flee.
FIFA's top four teams make World Cup semifinals for first time
For the first time, the world's four highest-ranked nations have advanced to the World Cup semifinals, setting the stage for a historic clash of champions.
Bull gores runner in the face at Spain's San Fermin bull run festival, 12 others hurt
One runner was pierced by a horn in the face and 12 others required medical treatment during a bull run in Pamplona on July 11, 2026.
San Fermin bull run leaves one person gored in face and 12 injured
One person was gored in the face and 12 others required medical treatment during a chaotic Saturday morning run at the San Fermin festival in Pamplona.
Southern Spain wildfire kills at least 12 people in Almería province
Emergency services in southern Spain have confirmed 12 fatalities following a forest fire in the Los Gallardos municipality.
Trump brands Spain a 'wasted cause' and orders trade cut-off
President Donald Trump has labeled Spain a 'wasted cause' and directed the Treasury to end trade ties following disputes over defense spending and military cooperation.
Spain beat Portugal 1-0 to reach 2026 World Cup quarter-finals
A stoppage-time strike from Mikel Merino propelled Spain into the final eight of the 2026 World Cup, ending Portugal's campaign and likely the international career of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Spain heat wave kills over 1,000 in second-hottest June ever
A record-breaking heat wave in Spain led to 1,028 fatalities in June 2026, primarily among the elderly, as temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius.
Cape Verde become smallest country to make World Cup knockouts
With a population of around 525,000, Cape Verde has made history as the smallest country to advance to the World Cup round of 32. The Blue Sharks now prepare for a match against Argentina and Lionel Messi.
Ancient human DNA recovered from cave walls in Spain and Portugal
A study published in Nature Communications reveals that cave walls can preserve genetic traces of prehistoric humans even when bones or teeth are missing.