As millions of people in Spain and Portugal struggled to cope with the blackout that occurred on April 28th, a surprising result of our modern dependency on digital technology became clear: we were unable to afford even the most basic needs. With no power for hours — and in some areas, over a day — card machines, ATMs, and even …

Costa del Sol returns to normal after being plunged into darkness for several hours. But how long can it stay that way? Spain’s entire population lost power on April 28, without explanation. Portugal, Italy and Germany also lost power and were unable to go about their normal daily routines. Many places were out of cash and card payment, so supermarkets …

SPANISH Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has refused to rule out ‘any possibility’ for what was behind the massive nationwide power cut. Speaking at La Moncloa after chairing a meeting of the Security Council, Sanchez explained that a ‘strong oscillation’ in the European electricity system early in the day triggered the collapse of the grid across the Iberian Peninsula and areas …