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Spain Eviction-Crisis Figure Maricarmen Abascal Dies — 2dMaricarmen Abascal, 87, died after being hospitalized following her eviction from the Madrid home where she had lived for more than 70 years; her case fueled nationwide protests over Spain’s housing crisis and a political crisis that led Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to call an early election. The crisis continues to play out in threatened evictions in Barcelona and protests in Madrid, where police used rubber bullets to keep far-right demonstrators from reaching a housing activist camp.

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Spain Housing Crisis Dominates Snap Election — 3dAn 87-year-old's attempted Madrid eviction sparked nationwide protests and made housing the core of Spain's snap election after Parliament rejected rent-cap decrees.

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Julián Álvarez points to the sky like Messi after his first goal of the season — 3dJulián Álvarez scored against Real Madrid at the Bernabéu and copied Lionel Messi’s sky-point celebration, later telling Infobae it honoured his late grandparents after messages from his mother.

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Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 after VAR red card — Sep 20, 2026Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 after VAR upgraded Dean Huijsen’s yellow to red; Real Madrid called the refereeing abysmal and Mourinho showed photos of two unpunished challenges.

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Nicole Hardy That VAR upgrade to red for Huijsen felt harsh but it handed Atletico the momentum they needed to win the derby.

Mbappé Targets 2026 Ballon d’Or for Madrid — Sep 18, 2026Mbappé says the Ballon d’Or should return to Real Madrid and stresses that winning individual honours is secondary to helping the club win titles, while underscoring Madrid as his preferred home; he also revealed a decade-long relationship with Florentino Pérez that culminated in his 2024 move to the Bernabéu. He has floated signing Madrid icons Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldo Nazário, reaffirmed his focus on Real Madrid’s success, and highlighted Pérez’s role in shaping his transfer, as he eyes the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Mbappé Limps Off With Apparent Knee Injury — Sep 25, 2026Mbappé hyperextended his left knee scoring France's 54th-minute winner against Turkey, left the match, and headed back to Real Madrid with an MRI still pending.

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Elena Vasquez Hope the knee isn't serious, Mbappe looked sharp until that moment.

Spain clears procedural step in US extradition case for Chambers — Sep 22, 2026Spain's Council of Ministers authorized the next judicial phase in the US extradition case of James 'Fergie' Chambers, moving the matter toward a Madrid court but not a final surrender. Chambers, held in Madrid's prison after being detained in Ibiza, faces US charges including money laundering, rioting, and conspiracy to riot, set against his pro-Palestinian activism and asylum claim.

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Marcus Bell Spain shouldn't rush this extradition when the charges look tied to his Palestine activism.

Norris Edges Antonelli by 0.011s for Madrid Spanish GP Pole — Sep 10, 2026Lando Norris ripped to pole for McLaren at the inaugural Madrid Madring street circuit, edging Kimi Antonelli by 0.011 seconds with Verstappen third and Hamilton fourth. Norris hailed the lap as among his best and, in context of the title race chatter, acknowledged Mercedes’ advantage and the demanding aero challenge posed by the Madrid layout.

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Player ratings from Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Inter — Sep 9, 2026

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Tom Gallagher Mbappe's movement up top made the difference in that second half push.

Newsom signs $7.5 billion research bondWorld — Sep 30, 2026A news roundup highlights varied stories, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom signing a research bond measure after climbing the Golden Gate Bridge and a judge ruling that a former Olympic canoeist cannot be recharged over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The Associated Press also presents a selection of recent images spanning a White House state dinner, the Asian Games, a renters’ protest in Madrid and a soccer match in Guatemala.

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Manchester United’s €120 Million Bale Bid Failed in 2013 — Sep 24, 2026André Villas-Boas says Manchester United made a late €120 million bid to sign Gareth Bale from Tottenham in 2013, but Bale was determined to join Real Madrid, and the offer failed to change his mind.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Norris Takes Pole for Madrid Grand Prix — Sep 11, 2026George Russell topped FP1 on the new Madring circuit in Madrid, with Mercedes locking out a Mercedes 1-2 ahead of Kimi Antonelli as teams began to learn the track. The session saw traffic and near-incident drama, including penalties for Sergio Perez and various drivers complaining about others hindering laps while Ferrari and Red Bull traded positions near the front.

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Uber, WeRide Secure Spain’s First Level 4 Permit — Sep 10, 2026Spain's Directorate General of Traffic granted WeRide, Uber, and AVOMO the country's first national Level 4 autonomous-vehicle permit, authorizing an initial 20-vehicle Madrid fleet for mapping, route validation, and readiness testing ahead of planned commercial operations by end-2026. This milestone under the ES-AV framework positions Madrid as the fourth city in their expansion toward tens of thousands of autonomous rides across 15 cities by 2030, with in-car specialists supervising the initial phase.

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Rachel Meyers Madrid traffic is tough enough already so starting with just 20 cars under close watch seems like the right cautious approach.

Madrid F1 Organizers Plan Track Changes After Debut — Sep 14, 2026Drivers criticised Madring for producing little overtaking as the race highlighted the circuit’s limitations, while organizers said they will work with the FIA to implement FIA-recommended improvements next year and refurbish the layout. They emphasized their openness to changes, with praise for qualifying dynamics but recognition that adjustments—potentially eliminating problematic corners—are needed to enhance wheel-to-wheel racing for 2027.

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Marcus Bell They need to scrap those tight corners quickly if they want real racing instead of processions next year.

Barcola Limps Off With Apparent Calf Injury — Sep 9, 2026Bradley Barcola, making his Liverpool starting debut in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid, limped off with a calf injury in the second half and was replaced by Víctor Muñoz, walking off the pitch without a stretcher. The $166 million signing from PSG had looked lively in his first appearance for Liverpool, with teammates consoling him as he exited and the incident marking a setback early in his Anfield tenure.

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Marcus Bell At that transfer fee it's a real setback if he misses multiple games, especially with the Champions League schedule ahead.

Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Antonelli, Marquez Win Madrid and San Marino Races — Sep 11, 2026Marc Marquez topped FP1 at the Misano San Marino Grand Prix, beating Marco Bezzecchi by 0.060 seconds after Bezzecchi briefly led the session. The top order also featured Raul Fernandez, Alex Marquez, and Johann Zarco within two tenths, with Acosta and Miller among early crash victims as the track’s grip was described as greener than usual.

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Mbappé Says Viral Dictator Memes Show Lack of Political Awareness — Sep 11, 2026Kylian Mbappé addressed the viral memes depicting him in military dictator imagery, saying the trend is partly funny but also highlights a lack of political and human awareness given the harm caused by dictators. He referenced possible origins—including his influence at PSG/Real Madrid and a 2024 kebab-shop lawsuit—and clarified the Mobutu nickname as social-media humor, with the discussion surfacing ahead of Ballon d'Or 2026 coverage.

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Dana Whitfield The nickname probably just comes from his commanding style at PSG and that lawsuit, not any real politics.

Real Madrid Open Champions League vs Inter — Aug 29, 2026Real Madrid will begin the Champions League group stage on Sept. 8 against Inter Milan, while Paris Saint-Germain open at Slovan Bratislava and then face Manchester City and Barcelona in October; other notable fixtures include Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid and Arsenal vs Real Madrid. For the 2026/27 campaign, Shakhtar Donetsk will play eight group-stage matches with their nominal home games hosted at Stamford Bridge in London.

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Real Madrid thrashes Malaga 4-0, maintains perfect start — Aug 30, 2026Real Madrid, under Jose Mourinho, crushed Malaga with a rapid-fire start as Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé led the attack, sealing dominant La Liga wins. The goalscoring blitz, including Bellingham’s early strikes and Mbappé’s finishing, extended Madrid’s strong form this season with a commanding display at the Bernabéu.

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Real Madrid, PSG suffer first league defeats after late penalty miss — Sep 5, 2026Real Madrid suffered a 1-0 defeat to Real Betis and PSG dropped a 2-1 home loss to Monaco, with Mbappé's stoppage-time penalty saved and Luis Enrique’s contract extension news overshadowing PSG’s setback. Madrid, now 3-0 in La Liga before facing Inter in the Champions League, and PSG’s late capitulation came as Monaco surged to the top of Ligue 1, while Enrique and several players agreed to new deals through 2030–2031.

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Jared Kim Mbappé missing that penalty in stoppage time really summed up PSG's night, Monaco deserved the win though.

Real Madrid tops La Liga after Mbappé hat-trick — Aug 26, 2026Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu in the opening match of the 2026-27 La Liga season, with the side pulling away after a first-half equaliser. Mourinho, back for a second spell, oversaw a dominant second half as Mbappé’s form—following a 25-goal previous season—fuels Ballon d'Or chatter and Real Madrid’s title ambitions.

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Real Madrid plans lineup against Malaga — Aug 29, 2026Real Madrid, under Jose Mourinho, are aiming for a 3-0 start to the season as they host promoted Malaga at the Bernabéu after two league wins, with Mbappé continuing to star after his hat-trick. Mourinho is rotating his squad due to injuries, handing Marc Cucurella a starting berth at left-back and relying on a mix of academy players alongside regulars in defence and midfield.

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Rodríguez Signs for Arsenal on Three-Year Deal — Jul 22, 2026Arsenal have signed Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez on a free transfer from Real Madrid, making her the club’s seventh summer acquisition and adding a captain who made 215 appearances for Madrid. The 27-year-old aims to help Arsenal contend for trophies and strengthen a strengthened goalkeeping unit as the club overhauls its squad to chase Manchester City.

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Atletico Madrid Sign Kang-In Lee from PSG — Jul 23, 2026Lee Kang-in is poised to move from PSG to Atletico Madrid on a five-year contract through 2031, with a transfer fee of about €35 million plus up to €5 million in add-ons, and an official announcement expected this week after delays tied to PSG contract terminations. He is set to begin training soon and could debut in preseason against Getafe or Manchester United, with a high-profile Seoul friendly against Manchester City on August 9 serving as his domestic fan introduction.

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