Rallies Across Spain in Solidarity with Ceuta
Recent rallies have been held across Spain to show solidarity with Ceuta following a massive influx of migrants. The demonstrations, organized by the Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP), coincided with ‘Ceuta Day.’ In Ceuta, large crowds waved Spanish and local flags, expressing their desire to maintain regional security and stability.
Meanwhile, a police report submitted to the National Court has stirred new political controversy. It suggests that the large-scale irregular entry in late July may have been facilitated by Moroccan authorities. First Deputy Prime Minister Félix Bolaños stated that the government is analyzing the report and it is premature to draw conclusions until the investigation is complete. Solidarity rallies were also held in other cities, including Madrid and Barcelona.
Andalusia Introduces New Anti-Bullying Regulations
The regional government of Andalusia recently approved a new decree to toughen measures against school bullying. According to the new rule, in verified cases of bullying in secondary schools, the priority will be to transfer the perpetrator, rather than forcing the victim to change schools.
While a similar measure was included in the 2010 school coexistence regulations, the new decree explicitly designates it as the preferred disciplinary action for bullying, reinforcing its implementation. The reform comes in response to widespread public concern following the 2025 death of a 14-year-old girl in Seville, which was suspected to be linked to school bullying. It aims to offer greater protection to victims.
Uber Announces 3,300 Global Layoffs in Strategic Shift
Ride-hailing giant Uber announced on September 2, 2026, its plan to lay off approximately 3,300 employees globally, which accounts for 10% of its workforce. This is one of the company’s most significant workforce reductions since the pandemic, aimed at streamlining management by cutting about 20% of managerial roles and merging teams to enhance operational efficiency.
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi stated that the savings from this restructuring will be reinvested into growth and innovation. Looking ahead, Uber plans to focus investments on its ride-hailing, food delivery, and robotaxi businesses. The company has already pledged over $10 billion to its self-driving vehicle division and is reportedly seeking to acquire German food delivery firm Delivery Hero.
Antisemitic Incidents in Spain Reach Record High
According to a joint report from the Federation of Jewish Communities of Spain (FCJE) and the Movement against Intolerance, Spain recorded 221 antisemitic incidents in 2025, a new historical high. This number is up 14.5% from 193 in 2024 and represents a 268% surge from 60 in 2023. The report suggests the increase is linked to social tensions arising from the war in Gaza, with online platforms being a major channel for hate speech. It also warns that many incidents likely go unreported as victims fear retaliation.
Culture and Market Briefs
Trump Commemorative Coin in High Demand: To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States (1776-2026), the U.S. Treasury Department released a commemorative coin on September 2 featuring former President Donald Trump. Strong market demand for the coin led to the official sales website implementing a virtual queuing system.
New ‘Harry Potter’ Series Trailer: U.S. streaming service HBO has released a new trailer for its upcoming ‘Harry Potter’ television series. The show will feature a new cast and aims to be a more faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s original book series compared to the films.
