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Europe prepares for Aug 12 2026 eclipse

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Latest: Solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, to cross Russia, Greenland, and Europe

European authorities continue to coordinate safety, power‑grid, scientific and tourism measures ahead of the 12 August 2026 total solar eclipse. Health agencies stress the need for ISO 12312‑2 certified glasses; distribu

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Spain professional truck driver regulations

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Latest: Spain's Mandatory CAP Certification for Professional Truck Drivers Clarified

In July 2026 Spain introduced a rule that generally bars professional drivers of heavy‑goods vehicles (over 7.5 tonnes) from loading or unloading cargo, including handling containers and pallets. The measure aims to impr

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Spain AP-4 highway third lane extension

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Latest: Spain's Transport Minister Oscar Puente called to address AP-4 traffic congestion

In late July 2026, business groups and local officials in Andalusia renewed pressure on the Spanish government to complete a third lane on the AP‑4 motorway between Seville and Cádiz. On 21 July, the Confederation of Emp

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Groundforce strike at Barcelona airport continues

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Latest: Barcelona Airport Ground Staff Strike Threatens 2 Million Passengers

The CGT‑led indefinite strike by Groundforce staff at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona‑El Prat Airport began at midnight on 4 August 2026, involving about 1,179 ground‑handling employees. The walkout, driven by complaints of

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Madrid Metro line 7 summer closure

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Latest: Madrid road tunnel and Metro line 7 shut for August construction

In late July, Madrid announced that Metro line 7 between Gregorio Marañón and Pitis would be closed from 2 to 28 August for a €33 million signalling and track‑renewal project. Fourteen stations would be out of service, a

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Spain driver‑age licence renewal rules

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Latest: Spain enforces five‑year licence renewal for drivers over 65, influencer spends €6,000 after seven attempts

In July 2026 Spain’s traffic authority (Dirección General de Tráfico) reminded drivers born between 1956 and 1961 that their licences must be renewed every five years after age 65, with a €200 fine for driving on an expi