Snap Election & Housing Crisis: Spain’s government approved two housing decrees (rent caps, temporary eviction limits, and curbs on corporate buying) after parliament rejected similar measures last week—moves that helped trigger Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s snap election for Nov. 29, with the PM arguing the rules will protect vulnerable renters and rein in speculation. Migration & Ceuta/Melilla Politics: The Senate awarded Gold Medals to Ceuta and Melilla leaders Juan Jesús Vivas and Juan José Imbroda, framing the decision as state support after last July’s border breach crisis. Ceuta Security Operations: Spanish police cleared a migrant camp on Ceuta’s beach ahead of a royal visit, as authorities continue to manage fallout from the mass crossings. Cyber & Critical Infrastructure: Dutch researchers warned that thousands of European wind and solar systems have exposed online administrative interfaces, raising sabotage risks. Tech/Privacy: ASOS customers received “ASOS HACKED” notifications tied to alleged access to a Snowflake instance, prompting concerns about the scope of the breach. Sports Spotlight (Spain-linked): England host Czech Republic in the Nations League, while Spain’s own campaign continues with Yamal in focus ahead of Croatia. Culture & Food: A Basque cheesecake explainer highlights how the wider Basque cuisine—coastal seafood and mountain sheep’s milk—goes far beyond the dessert.