Alert over high river levels due to rain, with some residents evacuated
Cyclist dies in Vic after being swept away by a torrent
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'Gradual' easing of quarantine to begin in second half of May, says Sánchez
Spanish president says coronavirus restrictions will be adjusted to suit each territory, with children under 14 to be allowed out from Sunday
State of alarm 'multiplies' police impunity for racist abuses, says SOS Racisme
NGO received 12 complaints since March 16, of which 7 are related to security forces
This year's La Marató telethon to raise funds to fight Covid-19
Foundation that organizes annual televised fundraiser decides to postpone donation drive for mental health research until 2021
EU Court of Auditors warns that 'inadequate' road maintenance in Spain is a risk
European institution notes 50% reduction in upkeep budget due to payment to toll road operators
Heavy rain in northeastern Catalonia elevates risk of flooding
Civil Protection calls for caution near rivers and streams and foresees strong winds
Confirmed Covid-19 cases in Spain pass 200,000 mark
Some 399 people died due to the disease in the previous 24 hours, the lowest number since March 22
Pharmacies begin handing out face masks for all residents
Distribution halted as IT system down after chemists give out 100,000 units in one hour
Prosecutor investigating handling of Covid-19 in seven Catalan care homes
Some 38 centers for elderly residents around Spain under investigation with possiblity of more being added next week
Catalan government elaborates on plan to allow children out under certain conditions
Ministers explain scheme that must be greenlighted by Spain to come into effect
Chinese community plays key role in health material supply
Business links enable rapid chartering of flights carrying PPE from China to Catalonia
Catalonia prompts debate over Spain's official Covid-19 death toll
Other regions also question Spanish government numbers
Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations pass peaks, says Catalan health department
Minister warns that rate of new coronavirus cases remains "high," as does risk of further outbreaks
Incinerator burns coronavirus-infected hospital equipment
650 tons of personal protective equipment including masks, gowns, and hats destroyed
Catalan government aims to let children leave homes in ten days time
Authorities are working on measures to ease confinement restrictions if new Covid-19 cases continue decreasing
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