Travel agency tourists trapped in Ethiopia had used 'unaware' of Spain's travel warning
"Obviously we wouldn't have sent them," says Kananga as travelers set to return Monday night
August 14, 2023 05:19 PM
Society
Current affairs and social issues
Man shot by police after stealing car and attempting to run over officer dies
Police union claims self-defense as judge opens investigation into use of force
August 14, 2023 01:12 PM
Barcelona's Carmel Bunkers and overtourism, still a problem for locals
Residents complain of crowded buses and late-night parties despite 7:30 pm closure
August 14, 2023 10:55 AM
Heftier fines for vandalism, public drinking and urination in Barcelona
Penalties on average 55% more expensive from this Friday
August 11, 2023 01:27 PM
Barcelona Zoo keeping animals cool and 'entertained' in the heat
Some animals given fruit juice ice cream treats
August 10, 2023 05:00 PM
Catalan tourists stuck in Ethiopia following outbreak of violence may be able to return soon
Government sources say situation in Amhara region is changing rapidly
August 10, 2023 01:38 PM
New perinatal loss protocol at Barcelona's Vall d'Hebron Hospital to support bereaved parents
Doctors encourage parents to make memories while providing them with space to grieve
August 9, 2023 01:01 PM
Getting lost in a good beach read: What books are people reading this summer?
From Virginia Woolf to learning new languages while sunbathing
August 9, 2023 11:51 AM
Costa Brava wildfire 'extinguished' after burning 600 hectares
Blaze broke out Friday evening between towns of Portbou and Colera
August 8, 2023 01:49 PM
Barcelona tourist flat owners expect better relationship with new council after ex-mayor's 'persecution'
Neighborhood association calls for more oversight as business association reaches out to Collboni
August 8, 2023 11:00 AM
Barcelona airport security workers call off strike after reaching agreement with employer
Deal includes bonuses for speaking foreign languages but not parking passes
August 8, 2023 09:17 AM
Locals get crafty ahead of Barcelona's Festes de Gràcia
One of Barcelona's most important summer celebrations fills 23 streets with decorations
August 7, 2023 05:26 PM
Costa Brava wildfire 'under control' after spreading over almost 600 hectares
N-260 highway between Portbou and Llançà open to traffic again
August 7, 2023 11:55 AM
Wildfire in Portbou stabilized after over 570 hectares burned
Blaze in Costa Brava still active due to 100km/h wind gusts
August 6, 2023 01:14 PM
Wildfire in Costa Brava's Portbou: expected to be stabilized by midnight
300 firefighters working to tackle blaze believed to be due to human activity
August 5, 2023 01:32 PM
Latest updates and breaking news on society, social issues, and current affairs from Barcelona and Catalonia. Keep up to date on protests, the housing crisis, the ongoing drought, the climate crisis and environmental management, urban development and management, the language immersion system, and much more here.