Convicted murderer criticizes Netflix show based on her story
Story of police love triangle reaches streaming platform after hit true crime documentary
September 25, 2023 11:23 AM
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Summer night temperatures as high as ever, while sea 1.8C warmer than average
Barcelona hits 85 full days above 20C in 92-day season, and 31 above 25C
September 24, 2023 03:10 PM
Crims - the Catalan true crime megahit
Captivating narration, serenity and little blood are key aspects of show's success
September 24, 2023 12:24 PM
Catalan NGO director killing in Ukraine to be investigated by International Criminal Court
The Hague prosecutor will personally lead inquiry, according to Spanish foreign minister
September 23, 2023 01:11 PM
Preparing to play a real-life murderer in a new Netflix show
Catalan actors Úrsula Corberó and Quim Gutiérrez star in 'El cuerpo en llamas'
September 23, 2023 10:56 AM
Port emissions tax will affect 80% of ships docking in Barcelona
Government confident that average tax of €759 will come into force next year and raise €7.5m annually
September 22, 2023 01:58 PM
European transport ministers meet in Barcelona to work on EU territorial cohesion
A protest organized by ANC took place to complain about Catalonia's "transport deficit"
September 22, 2023 12:40 PM
Delta to fly twice daily between Barcelona and New York from May 31
Airline describes Catalonia as "really popular destination" for Americans
September 22, 2023 01:40 PM
Catalonia registers three flood alerts in September, only four last fall
Authorities forecast season of intense extreme weather events
September 21, 2023 02:40 PM
Over half of Barcelona residents believe maximum number of tourists reached
54% of Catalans wish to limit rental housing platform Airbnb
September 21, 2023 04:01 PM
Pharmacies to offer free reusable period products from early 2024
Some 2.5m people entitled to menstrual cups and underwear using code offered by government
September 21, 2023 02:20 PM
Rosalía, Daft Punk, Bad Bunny, and Pet Shop Boys among artists during La Mercè's firework display
Sónar music festival celebrates 30th anniversary playing some of most "outstanding" performers since 1994
September 20, 2023 04:34 PM
Housing activists protest real estate investors fair in Barcelona
Demonstrators gathered early in the morning to try to stop attendees from entering venue
September 20, 2023 10:23 AM
Catalonia spent €800,000 of public money on bull-related events in 2019
Animal rights groups warn that due to the manner of financing, it's difficult to know the true quantity spent
September 6, 2023 09:53 AM
Barcelona City Council fines Barça for Camp Nou work outside permitted hours
Football club receives two penalty notices for up to €300 each
September 19, 2023 06:03 PM
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