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Power restored to 99 percent of mainland Spain after massive blackout

Lights flickered back to life across Spain and Portugal on Tuesday following a significant blackout that left millions without electricity, stranding travelers and disrupting daily life. The blackout, which affected nearly the entire Iberian Peninsula, saw power restored to over 99 percent of mainland......

Spain's blackout: Atmospheric event claims debunked

On April 29, 2025, the Portuguese power network operator, REN, firmly refuted claims circulating on social media that a massive blackout across the Iberian Peninsula was caused by a rare atmospheric event. With nearly 60 million residents affected, the blackout raised urgent questions about its origins,......

Spain's grid operator dismisses cyberattack as blackout cause

Spain's grid operator has definitively ruled out a cyberattack as the source of a widespread blackout that left millions in chaos across the Iberian Peninsula. The incident, which unfolded the previous day, prompted urgent inquiries from authorities seeking to establish the cause of the disruption. In......

Spain's blackout disrupts flights: what travelers need to know

Over 300 flights out of the 6,000 scheduled to and from Spain were cancelled on Monday due to a nationwide power outage, and the repercussions continue to affect flights and airports on Tuesday. Remarkably, most flights scheduled to arrive and depart from Spain yesterday operated without issue, as major......

Power restored in Spain and Portugal after massive blackout left millions stranded

Spain’s government has launched an investigation into a nationwide blackout that left millions without electricity across the country. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Tuesday that no potential causes have been ruled out. The government is committed to taking all necessary steps......

Understanding the cause of Spain's unprecedented nationwide blackout

On a day marked by chaos, millions across Spain and Portugal found themselves plunged into darkness during an extraordinary power outage that struck the Iberian Peninsula. With cities like Barcelona, Madrid, Bilbao, Valencia, and Málaga left in disarray, the question loomed: what triggered this......

Widespread power outage disrupts Spain and Portugal, leaving millions in the dark

A significant power outage has struck Spain and Portugal, bringing major cities to a standstill and causing widespread disruption on Monday. Public transport systems faltered, and essential services such as phone networks, traffic lights, and ATMs were rendered inoperative, affecting millions. The blackout,......

Power outage in Iberian Peninsula disrupts air travel services

A massive power outage across the Iberian Peninsula has led to significant disruptions in various sectors, including air travel. Royal Air Maroc (RAM) announced on Monday that some of its flights may be affected due to technical issues linked to the blackout. According to RAM, the disturbances are related......

Massive Power Outages Disrupt Spain and Portugal Operations

Un apagón masivo afectó el lunes a grandes zonas de España y Portugal, así como algunas áreas del sur de Francia, causando serias interrupciones en el transporte público, el tráfico y las operaciones aeroportuarias. Las autoridades aún investigan......

Spain faces massive power outage disrupting daily life

Spain is grappling with a significant power outage as of Monday, according to the national grid operator Red Eléctrica. The company has confirmed that “all resources are currently being mobilized to restore supply.” In a statement shared on social media platform X, Red Eléctrica......

Tragedy Strikes Iranian Port as Explosion Claims 25 Lives

A devastating explosion rocked Iran’s largest commercial port, Shahid Rajaee, resulting in a tragic loss of life. According to the Tasnim news agency, the death toll from the incident has climbed to at least 25 people. The blast occurred in the southern province of Hormozgan, where Shahid Rajaee......

Tragedy strikes Vancouver street festival as vehicle plows into crowd

A devastating incident occurred at a Vancouver street festival on Saturday evening when a vehicle rammed into a crowd, killing several people and injuring many others. Authorities reported that a 30-year-old man, already known to police, was arrested at the scene after the crash at the Lapu Lapu Day......

Over 3,400 individuals recognized in annual royal honours ceremony

In a momentous celebration of community spirit, a total of 3,427 individuals received royal honours during this year’s lintjesregen, coinciding with the birthday of King Willem-Alexander on Sunday. Among the distinguished honorees were prominent figures such as Telegraaf court reporter Saskia Belleman......