Barcelona startup creates 'peaceful grenade' to fight violence against women
FlamAid's alarm device rings at 110 decibels when activated and automatically sends location to emergency contacts
January 9, 2025 09:27 AM
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Catalonia is the EU destination with the fifth most tourist bookings on online platforms
Territory records more than 6.4 million overnight stays in the second quarter of 2024, up 16% year-on-year
January 8, 2025 12:34 PM
Four-month around-the-world cruise sets sail from Barcelona
Over 2,300 passengers visiting 46 destinations in 21 countries with stops in South America, Australia, New Zealand and Africa
January 8, 2025 09:21 AM
Hollywood Symphony Orchestra concert in Barcelona accused of poor quality and alleged fraud
Ukrainian orchestra allegedly using name of prestigious Los Angeles symphony sparks controversy over Liceu concert
January 8, 2025 12:09 PM
Catalonia's annual blood drive kicks off on Thursday with target of 10,000 donations
Donor collections in more than 104 towns through January 18 to replenish reserves after 20% drop at Christmas
January 8, 2025 11:31 AM
Flu cases on the rise in Catalonia with peak expected in two weeks
Health officials urge protection of the elderly and higher vaccination rates
January 7, 2025 04:41 PM
Barcelona sets up 226 Christmas tree collection points
People will be able to dispose of festive trees between January 7-17
January 7, 2025 10:10 AM
Various winning tickets in El Niño lottery sold in Catalonia
Top prize, worth €200,000, sold entirely in León
January 6, 2025 01:18 PM
1 in 5 blue sharks at Cap de Creus found with hooks lodged in mouths
Results of a study suggest the sharks were hooked in the Mediterranean but away from Catalonia
January 4, 2025 07:18 AM
Barcelona launches information campaign on helmet mandate for scooters
Consult new rules and regulations including speed limits starting on February 1 here
January 4, 2025 09:44 AM
Catalonia and Renfe to invest €77 million in 'urgent' Rodalies improvements
Focus on safety, station and train conditions, and faster communication with users
January 3, 2025 01:30 PM
2024, the third warmest year in Catalonia, but with rains that eased the drought
For the first time, three consecutive years have been in the top three hottest on record
January 3, 2025 01:05 PM
Catalonia welcomes a record 1.2 million international tourists in November, up 9.7% from 2023
Visitors spent an average of €198 per day and stayed 5.5 days
January 3, 2025 11:52 AM
Catalonia sees best unemployment figures since 2007 despite slight rise in December
Last year saw a 2.8% increase in total number of contributors to social security
January 3, 2025 11:31 AM
Barcelona metro: a space for musical talents
Artists take their chance as professional musicians by playing in the metro. We went to meet them
December 30, 2024 05:38 PM
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