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AML genetic survival prediction research

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: Researchers identify genetic and machine learning tools for cancer risk prediction

Researchers at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona have identified a six-gene signature to predict survival outcomes for patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Published in Science Advances, the stu

Global Halloween and themed holiday celebrations

7 clusters · 39 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: Halloween celebrations feature themed events in Paris and US cities

Halloween and Day of the Dead festivities continue through themed attractions and immersive experiences across Latin America, Europe, and North America. In Latin America, Mexico features the sixth edition of ‘Terror en

Social economy and cooperative expansion in Catalonia

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: Economic development initiatives focus on social economy and value chains in Catalonia

The social economy and cooperative models in Catalonia are seeing growth through educational initiatives, practical business projects, and strategic value chain development. Educational programs, such as the CuEmE initi

Spain housing market: rising costs and supply shortages

280 clusters · 648 sources · last updated about 7 hours ago

Latest: Spain housing market sees rising mortgage values and sales in August

Spain’s housing market continues to face intense pressure from a widening gap between property prices and income. By the second quarter of 2026, housing prices reached a historic record, rising 12.5% year-on-year. Recent

Spain housing crisis: Social unrest and political deadlock

42 clusters · 1218 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Madrid property owner criticizes Spanish housing decrees

The Spanish housing crisis has escalated into a period of intense social and political instability. The death of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, who died in a Madrid hospital following a controversial eviction, has becom

Spanish housing sector regulatory and supply concerns

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Spain housing decrees spark legal uncertainty and surge in consultations

The Spanish housing and real estate sectors have raised concerns regarding regulatory changes and the need for structural reform to address housing supply. Initially, industry groups warned that new government housing de

Political polarization and democratic fatigue in Spain

8 clusters · 41 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Spain political parties criticized for increasing social polarization

Discussions regarding political polarization in Spain have expanded from media criticism to the analysis of voter behavior. Following Pedro Sánchez's announcement of elections for November 29, political analysts are exam

Educational infrastructure and staffing protests

15 clusters · 73 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Dominican Republic Ministry of Education completes 99% of teacher retroactive payments

Educational concerns in the Caribbean and South America continue to manifest through protests regarding infrastructure and staffing. In Colombia, parents in Campoalegre blocked school access to demand a third-grade teach

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Bella debut

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Norwegian Cruise Line opens bookings for Norwegian Bella

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has opened bookings for its newest vessel, the Norwegian Bella, which is scheduled to begin Mediterranean operations in May 2028. As the final ship in the Prima Class, the vessel is being cons

Charlotte Perriand design exhibition in Spain

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Fundació Joan Miró hosts Charlotte Perriand exhibition

The Fundació Joan Miró in Barcelona is hosting ‘Charlotte Perriand: The Freedom to Rethink the World,’ which serves as the first major retrospective of the designer in Spain. Running until February 28, 2027, the exhibiti

Iberian agricultural fuel cost and economic protests

25 clusters · 121 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Spanish farmers organize major tractor protest in Madrid

Agricultural producers in Portugal and Spain continue to face severe economic strain due to rising diesel and fertilizer prices. In Spain, organizations including ASAJA, COAG, UPA, and Cooperativas Agro-alimentarias are

Spanish government fiscal allocations

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Spain's Ministry of Health announces medical training updates

The Spanish government has issued several royal decrees to allocate funding for essential public services and infrastructure for the upcoming fiscal periods. In October 2026, the government approved 363.7 million euros

Brazilian presidential runoff elections abroad

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazilian citizens in Spain vote in presidential runoff

Brazilian citizens living in Europe participated in the second round of the presidential election. In Lisbon, Portugal, the University of Lisbon served as a major polling site. The Brazilian Consul-General estimated a tu

Alexia Putellas biopic film production

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Film production begins on biopic of footballer Alèxia Putellas

Production has commenced on a feature film titled ‘Alexia’, directed by Lucía Alemany, which is inspired by the life of Spanish footballer and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas. The biopic focuses on her format

Severe storms and flooding in Spain and Greece

4 clusters · 212 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Spain faces economic and physical devastation from extreme weather

Extreme weather events have impacted Spain and parts of the Mediterranean, characterized by record rainfall and severe storms. In late September, Spain experienced significant fluctuations, with Extremadura recording a

Spanish labor market and regulatory changes

14 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Spain to increase minimum wage before November elections

The Spanish labor market is undergoing significant regulatory and structural shifts. Following the implementation of Real Decreto 723/2026 on October 5, 2026, new transparency rules have entered into force to transpose E

European short-term rental regulations

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Budapest District I proposes ban on short-term rentals in Buda Castle

Municipalities in Europe are implementing stricter controls on short-term apartment rentals to address housing availability and local resident concerns. In Zurich, new regulations effective September 1 require official

Cupra expands EV lineup and faces profitability shifts

31 clusters · 144 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: CUPRA unveils Raval and Leon VZ TCR models at Auto Zürich

SEAT’s performance brand CUPRA continued its strong momentum in the first half of 2026, delivering a record 170,100 vehicles. The launch of the CUPRA Raval, the brand’s first 100% electric urban vehicle built on the MEB+

Historical retail establishments in Barcelona

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Magatzems Jorba marks 100 years since Barcelona inauguration

Recent reports highlight the status of long-standing commercial landmarks in Barcelona. Magatzems del Pilar, a textile shop in the Gothic Quarter operating since 1913, announced it will close after 113 years of family ma

48h Open House Barcelona festival

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Barcelona architecture festival attracts 75,000 visitors

The 17th edition of the 48h Open House Barcelona festival took place on October 24 and 25, 2026, under the theme ‘Life without architecture’. The event provided free access to 217 spaces across the Barcelona metropolitan

European e-scooter safety and regulation

209 clusters · 800 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Poland: Rising electric scooter accidents spark safety concerns

European authorities are intensifying e-scooter regulations as accident rates and injury severity rise. In Germany, recent statistics from the first half of 2026 show a significant increase in e-scooter fatalities, with

Civil unrest and protests in Barcelona

2 clusters · 181 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Barcelona riots lead to 128 arrests and widespread vandalism

Anti-establishment protests in Barcelona escalated into violence and looting, particularly in tourist-heavy shopping districts near Plaza de Catalunya. Masked demonstrators set more than 30 fires and vandalized or looted

Spain's demographic, pension, and labor market crisis

23 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Spain retirement regulations: early retirement options and subsidies

Spain is facing a profound demographic crisis driven by record-low fertility rates and increasing longevity. Projections indicate the population aged 65 and older could reach 30.9% by the mid-21st century, placing immens

Ceuta migration crisis: judicial, diplomatic, and political

26 clusters · 155 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Vox leaders outline policy priorities in Spain

The humanitarian and political crisis in Ceuta has escalated into a major national confrontation. Following the mass influx of approximately 80,000 migrants in late July, the People's Party (PP) and Vox have intensified

Spain tourism hits record 100 million visitors and spending

72 clusters · 303 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Spain tourism sector shows growth and reduced seasonality

Spain’s tourism sector has reached a historic milestone, with total visitors—including day trippers—exceeding 100 million for the first time during the first eight months of 2026. According to the Spanish Statistics Inst

Pep Guardiola support for Palestinian rights

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Pep Guardiola calls for action at European BDS conference

Football manager Pep Guardiola has issued several public statements advocating for the Palestinian people and calling for international action regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. In an initial video message suppo

Europe band The Final Countdown anniversary tour

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Europe performs anniversary concert in Warsaw

The Swedish rock band Europe is conducting a tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their album, ‘The Final Countdown’. In Barcelona, the band performed at Poble Espanyol alongside The Damn Truth. The tour continued

EU economic impact and extreme weather trends 2026

23 clusters · 465 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Europe heatwave kills over 50,000 people in summer 2026

Extreme weather and climate-related disasters are increasingly straining public finances across the European Union. Between 1980 and 2024, these events caused approximately 822 billion euros in economic losses, with one-

Spanish municipal and regional income trends

4 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Income disparities revealed across Spanish regions and municipalities

Data from the Spanish Tax Agency and the National Institute of Statistics (INE) regarding 2024 filings highlight significant wealth disparities and regional polarization across Spain. At the municipal level, Pozuelo de A

Life and legacy of Saint Anthony Mary Claret

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: San Antoni Maria Claret feast day observed

Saint Anthony Mary Claret was a Catalan priest, missionary, and archbishop born in 1807. Originally trained in the textile industry in Barcelona, he underwent a spiritual transformation that led him to the priesthood in