Catalans residing abroad double in 10 years to 357,000
Emigrants to UK grow by 15.2%, becoming third top destination behind France and Argentina
April 25, 2022 01:22 PM
Society
Current affairs and social issues
CGT union still pushing strike from Barcelona’s cleaning and garbage collection workers
While UGT called off the walkout, CGT union considers deal a "loss of purchasing power"
April 24, 2022 01:48 PM
Barcelona cleaning and garbage collection workers call off strike after pay raise
Unions and council agree 9.1% salaries increase after having announced walkout from April 24 to 29
April 23, 2022 09:05 AM
Two cases of severe hepatitis in children confirmed in Catalonia, three more probable cases
13 cases, between confirmed and suspected, have been detected across Spain
April 22, 2022 08:03 PM
Best places to celebrate 2022 Sant Jordi in Catalonia
Barcelona, Girona, Tarragona, and Lleida prepare hundreds of cultural activities
April 22, 2022 06:00 PM
Barcelona cleaning and garbage collection workers to strike from April 24 to 29
Council calls on residents to reduce the amount of waste they take out if collective action is not called off
April 22, 2022 11:36 AM
No evidence found for pedophilia case against Ukrainian journalist Anatoly Shariy
Protesters rally outside house in Catalonia of media professional several times, accusing him of being "pro-Putin"
April 20, 2022 01:00 PM
Catalans return home after ‘splendid’ Easter week
Hotels and restaurants at full occupation in several areas thanks to sunny days and high temperatures
April 18, 2022 11:39 AM
Young and religious among an atheist majority: ‘It’s a lifestyle that encompasses all areas of life’
Catalan News talks to four people 30 and younger about what faith means to them
April 16, 2022 10:02 AM
Over 370,000 cars leave Barcelona metropolitan area for Easter holidays
Figures around 5% lower than pre-pandemic vacation levels
April 15, 2022 03:28 PM
Hospitals warned to be on lookout for hepatitis in children
Doctor says only medical professionals should be alert after cases detected in UK and Spain
April 14, 2022 07:25 PM
No evidence found for pedophilia case against Ukrainian journalist Anatoly Shariy
Protesters rally outside house of media professional several times, accusing him of being "pro-Putin"
April 14, 2022 06:00 PM
EU suggests impact of Costa Brava wind farm should be assessed even if not in protected zone
Locals oppose off-shore Parc Tramuntana as authorities signal support for renewable energy project
April 14, 2022 02:41 PM
Easter week sees Catalans traveling at almost pre-pandemic levels
Barcelona airport will see over 8,000 flights over the long weekend while train operators offer half a million seats
April 14, 2022 01:46 PM
6,000 Ukrainian refugees housed by Red Cross in Catalonia
Organization coordinator highlights help of Russians and calls for citizens to avoid Russophobia
April 14, 2022 10:14 AM
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