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Spain's consumer price index rose to 4.9% in September, its highest level since February 2023, driven mainly by rising fuel prices. The Basque Country saw inflation reach 5% amid an energy crisis. In response, the government has extended its 20-cent-per-litre fuel tax rebate through November to ease pressure on consumers.
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A court has sided with the University of the Basque Country (EHU) and ordered that Basque language skills be counted in university entrance exams. The ruling supports the university's position on how language proficiency is assessed for admissions, and is likely to spark debate in the region over language policy in higher education.
- 3Spanish reporter swept away by wave during live broadcast●SPANISH NEWS REPORTER SWEPT AWAY BY MASSIVE WAVE DURING WEATHER REPORT! A terrifying moment was caught on camera when Sp
Spanish journalist Sergio Ovejero was struck by a powerful wave while reporting live on dangerous sea conditions along the coast of Ondarroa in Spain's Basque Country. Footage of the incident spread widely online, with viewers reacting to the dramatic moment and raising concerns about reporters covering storms at close range.
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A locality in Biscay, in Spain's Basque Country, is reported to be a candidate to feature in Ferrero Rocher's 2026 Christmas campaign, according to El Correo. The story has drawn modest attention in Spain, with searches for 'Ferrero Rocher pueblos 2026' circulating as people look up which Spanish towns could take part in the brand's festive promotion.
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Barcelona have included young midfielder Brian Fariñas in the squad for their La Liga match against Alavés, alongside Frenkie de Jong and Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi featuring in the club's latest team news. Reports say the Basque side made five changes for the fixture, while separate coverage of El Clásico has raised concerns about the squad's recent form.