Madrid

Former tennis player Rafael Nadal has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) in a ceremony held on Tuesday. During the event, Nadal emphasized the importance of humility, effort, and the link between elite sport and scientific research. The honor recognizes his career with 22 Grand Slam titles and the values of perseverance he embodies.

23 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Madrid's Superior Court of Justice (TSJM) has annulled the 2025 garbage tax approved by the City Council for failing to fully publish the technical-economic report justifying its calculation. The ruling upholds appeals from various institutions and paves the way for refunds to the 130,000 who claimed, though the council may appeal to the Supreme Court. The decision highlights lack of transparency in public information as grounds for nullity.

Judge Carolina García Durrif of Madrid's Court of Violence against Women No. 12 has archived the second sexual assault complaint against former MP Íñigo Errejón. The decision stems from the complainant, a well-known actress, not ratifying her accusation in court. The judge rejected Errejón's defense request to join the proceedings and notified the archiving.

16 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

The Catalan chain Chalito, specializing in artisanal milanesas, has opened its first restaurant in central Madrid on Calle Princesa 3. The brand, selling 27,000 milanesas weekly with Luis Suárez as an investor, marks a key expansion step.

An explosion in a Carabanchel apartment, Madrid, killed an 80-year-old woman and injured nine others on January 9, 2026. The incident occurred on the fourth floor of a building at Azcoitia Street 36, which was under renovation, causing a partial structural collapse. Firefighters and emergency services evacuated neighboring buildings due to structural damage.

5 Mwezi wa kwanza, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Over 200,000 Madrileños braved temperatures as low as -3°C to watch the Three Kings Parade, which paid homage to teachers, parents, and grandparents for inspiring children's learning. The procession featured 15 sustainable floats and distributed 1,200 kg of sugar-free candies. The event, themed 'Shared Knowledge,' involved 2,100 participants and a budget of two million euros.