Wildfires & Heatwave Response: France and Spain are battling huge blazes as a new heatwave looms, with evacuations and emergency measures still in play; the UN warns the climate crisis is hitting “national emergency” levels and the EU’s prevention strategy is struggling to land on the ground. EU Policy Scrutiny: A European Commission wildfire plan meant to shift from firefighting to prevention is now under pressure after months of limited implementation. Heritage & Tourism: Mallorca’s Royal Palace of La Almudaina reopens after a major restoration, adding new public spaces and a fuller tour of its Roman-to-Bourbon history. Culture, Pride & Religion: A bishop in Gran Canaria defended a Spencer Tunick nude LGBT-themed performance outside the cathedral, arguing that public nudity is already normal in other contexts. Local Tensions Over Worship: Sevilla’s mayor accuses Vox of stoking hatred in a mosque debate after approving a building permit. Music & Latin Culture: Premios Juventud goes to Europe for the first time, with a Marbella festival running ahead of the Sept. 3 awards. Sports & Identity: Barcelona’s overtourism backlash continues to shape the city’s debate over visitors and authorities. Travel & Lifestyle: Aena and Areas push airport dining and retail upgrades in Madrid-Barajas and Barcelona-El Prat, betting on luxury fashion and vermouth-bar culture.