'Avoid unnecessary trips,' authorities warn, as bad weather hits Catalonia
Civil protection agency tells public to steer clear of seafronts and parks, avoid outdoor activities, and for drivers to be prepared
January 21, 2020 12:09 PM
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Italian Sardines movement debuts in Barcelona
Some 500 people came together on Sunday to protest right-wing populism represented by leaders such as Italy's Matteo Salvini
January 20, 2020 06:20 PM
Italian Sardines movement makes its debut in Barcelona
Some 500 people came together on Sunday to protest right-wing populism represented by leaders such as Italy's Matteo Salvini
January 20, 2020 03:00 PM
Jesuit NGO prays in front of Barcelona migrant detention center and calls for its closure
Migra Studium holds its sixth prayer vigil in solidarity with detainees
January 20, 2020 02:06 PM
Strong winds, rain and snow to hit Catalonia until Wednesday
Wind speeds over 100 km/h registered along coast, with some schools closed, and public warned to stay away from parks and beaches
January 20, 2020 12:28 PM
Severe weather alert in Catalonia
Strong winds, heavy snow and rain expected from Sunday evening until Wednesday
January 19, 2020 02:06 PM
Police officer kills former partner before committing suicide in Terrassa
Mossos d'Esquadra corps "dismayed"- say they will continue to fight against gender violence
January 19, 2020 11:15 AM
Trade union to call 24-hour strike in Tarragona petrochemical estate
CCOO wants other unions and public to join stoppage demanding safety guarantees following chemical plant explosion
January 17, 2020 07:26 PM
First Catalan climate action summit concludes with 17 commitments
President Torra says Catalonia should lead climate revolution while activists protest outside
January 17, 2020 03:30 PM
Catalonia to hold its first climate action summit
Public, private and third sector organizations to get together in Barcelona to agree on concrete measures
January 16, 2020 07:32 PM
Police raid two premises of IQOXE chemical company
Firm whose plant exploded on Tuesday has been fined four times in recent years, three for failing health and safety standards
January 16, 2020 06:48 PM
Ratio of Airbnb apartments in Barcelona one of Europe's highest, says study
Capital has 12 flats for every 1,000 inhabitants, more than Rome and London, finds joint Catalan-Canadian report
January 15, 2020 06:15 PM
Civil protection says chemical firm did not follow information protocols after explosion
IQOXE company insists it has fully cooperated with agency and fire service and has "done things well"
January 15, 2020 06:05 PM
Animal rights groups create lobby against bull-related traditions
75% of Catalans are in favor of banning 'correbous', while 80% believe it constitutes animal cruelty
January 15, 2020 05:17 PM
Locals describe 'terrifying fear' during chemical plant blast
Witnesses of Tuesday's incident talk of "colossal" explosion, while union hits out at "failure" of emergency protection plan
January 15, 2020 11:59 AM
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