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🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Oriol Junqueras warns: "We are on the way to achieving all the resources and powers that bring us closer to a Catalan Republic"

Oriol Junqueras, president of ERC, states that their party is progressing towards acquiring the necessary resources and competencies for a Catalan Republic amid ongoing budget negotiations.

Feb 28 • 14:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

After reading this book, you will know more about Catalonia than the average Spaniard

The book 'My Barcelona' by Mirjam Johannes offers a deep insight into Catalonia, enriching the reader's understanding of the region, especially regarding its independence aspirations.

Feb 28 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Illa Will Pressure Junqueras Over the Budgets to the Point of Threatening an Early Election in Catalonia

Catalonia's President Salvador Illa is increasing pressure on ERC leader Oriol Junqueras regarding the approval of the regional budget, even hinting at the possibility of early elections.

Feb 28 • 00:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Swine flu transmitted to humans in Spain

The swine flu virus has been transmitted from person to person in Catalonia, Spain, but the risk of further transmission appears to be low according to health authorities.

Feb 27 • 15:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Swine flu detected in humans in Spain

A case of swine flu transmission between humans has been reported in Catalonia, Spain, with the source of the infection currently unknown.

Feb 27 • 14:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Swine flu observed in Spain

Swine flu virus has been transmitted from person to person in Catalonia, Spain, prompting notifications to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Feb 27 • 13:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A human case of swine flu detected in Lleida: the fourth in Spain since 2009

The Catalonia Health Department has reported a human case of H1N1 swine flu in Lleida, marking the fourth case in Spain since 2009, with experts assessing the situation as posing a "very low" risk to the population.

Feb 27 • 12:44 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Lamine Jamal follows in Messi's footsteps with the best award in Barcelona

Young star Lamine Jamal has been awarded the 'Aldo Rovera' trophy as Barcelona's best player for the 2024-2025 season.

Feb 27 • 12:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Generalitat presents expansive budgets with spending of 49.162 billion

The Catalan government has unveiled its most extensive budgets in history, featuring a spending increase of 22.8% compared to the previous year, with significant allocations for health, education, and social services.

Feb 27 • 12:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia alerts the WHO about a case of swine flu transmitted between people in Lleida

Catalonia has reported a case of swine flu in an elderly patient in Lleida, with no known animal contact, raising concerns about person-to-person transmission.

Feb 27 • 12:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Government of Salvador Illa presents the Budgets without support and highlights its solitude in the Parliament

The Government of Salvador Illa has initiated the process to approve the 2026 budget without securing the necessary support from parliamentary groups.

Feb 27 • 10:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

10 Recommended Books by Critics of Quadern for February 2026

The article lists 10 books recommended by critics from Quadern, ranging from novels to poetry.

Feb 27 • 09:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

ERC registers in Congress the creation of the infrastructure consortium

Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya (ERC) has proposed the creation of an Infrastructure Consortium in Congress to enhance project execution, coinciding with the initial approval of the budget project by the government.

Feb 27 • 07:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ariadna Gil, actress: "I didn't see 'The Lord of the Rings' until I had no choice"

Spanish actress Ariadna Gil shares her thoughts on not watching 'The Lord of the Rings' and discusses her recent role in 'Maria Magdalena' and upcoming part in 'Return to Haifa.'

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Govern approves a budget with a record investment in housing of 1.9 billion

The Catalan government has approved a record budget of 1.9 billion euros for housing, aimed at providing rental assistance to nearly 90,000 residents.

Feb 27 • 04:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Furniture Collection Based on Gaudí's Designs. The Unknown Face of the Famous Architect

The BD Barcelona design studio showcases a collection of furniture based on Antoni Gaudí's designs, presented in full for the first time to mark the 100th anniversary of his death.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Catalonia raises tourist tax. In Barcelona, guests will pay up to 15 euros per night

Catalonia's parliament has approved a bill that will double the tourist tax rates in Barcelona starting April 1, 2026, with significant increases planned for other areas as well.

Feb 27 • 01:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia fines 17 fast credit companies up to 100,000 euros

Catalonia has fined 17 fast credit companies up to 100,000 euros each for abusive practices and clauses detrimental to consumers.

Feb 26 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government warns of "tensions" in finances starting in April if the budgets are not approved

The Catalan government warns of imminent financial tensions if the 2026 budget is not approved before April, emphasizing the necessity of collaboration with ERC.

Feb 26 • 11:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Mossos outsource the analysis of 4,000 genetic samples to unclog their laboratories

The Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, have decided to outsource the analysis of 4,000 genetic samples to improve efficiency in their genetic laboratories, which have been overwhelmed with cases.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Junts and ERC once again corner Pedro Sánchez's Government: neither 'social shield' nor Budgets

The Catalan parties Junts and ERC are poised to reject the Spanish government's social protection decree, putting further pressure on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez regarding budget negotiations.

Feb 25 • 21:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Barcelona doubles the rate it charges tourists and becomes one of the highest in Europe

Barcelona has raised its tourist tax to potentially 15 euros per night, aiming to manage tourist numbers and support affordable housing initiatives.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Barcelona Doubles Tourist Tax

The Catalonian regional parliament has approved a law that doubles the tourist tax imposed on hotel visitors starting in April.

Feb 25 • 14:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Spain: Barcelona doubles tourist tax – one of the highest in Europe to fund housing

Barcelona has increased its tourist tax to be one of the highest in Europe, charging visitors up to 15 euros per night as part of efforts to manage visitor numbers and fund affordable housing.

Feb 25 • 14:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia increases the tourist tax for hotels and apartments, doubling in Barcelona

Catalonia's parliament has approved an increase in the tourist tax for accommodations, set to take effect on April 1, with the most significant changes for the city of Barcelona.

Feb 25 • 13:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Egyptian Omar Marmoush Tops Barcelona Newspaper Covers

Egyptian footballer Omar Marmoush is reportedly a target for Barcelona as they look to bolster their attack in the upcoming transfer window.

Feb 25 • 11:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Neither Budgets nor Elections: The Clash between PSC and ERC Threatens to Block Catalonia

A political clash between Spain's PSC and ERC parties is threatening to disrupt the approval of Catalonia's budget and could lead to early elections.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A bipolar Spain to trap Feijóo

The article critiques Pedro Sánchez's sudden transparency regarding the declassification of documents, questioning its credibility given the government's history and alleged corruption.

Feb 24 • 23:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Junqueras attacks Rufián behind closed doors: 'He is harming the organization. I don't like his attitude. He is making a mistake.'

Oriol Junqueras criticizes Gabriel Rufián's leadership strategies within ERC, emphasizing that Rufián's attempt at creating left-wing coalitions lacks support and could harm the party.

Feb 24 • 23:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The ex-Muslim who has been fighting for decades against the use of the burqa and niqab: "There will always be women who want to wear them, as they are militating in Islamism, which is like militating in Nazism"

Hanan Serroukh, a former Muslim from Barcelona, has dedicated her life to combating Islamism after escaping forced marriage at a young age, using her experience to educate authorities and raise awareness about radicalism.

Feb 24 • 14:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Albert Sánchez Piñol: "We have a monstrous country"

Albert Sánchez Piñol discusses his new novel 'Després del naufragi' and reflects on the sociopolitical landscape of Spain.

Feb 24 • 13:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Junqueras bets on a total amendment to the Budget if there is no agreement on the income tax

Oriol Junqueras from Esquerra Republicana indicates that his party will propose a total amendment to the Budget unless there is an agreement regarding the income tax with the PSOE.

Feb 24 • 12:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

13 Foreign Fighters in Revolutionary Catalonia

A new book sheds light on the contributions of thirteen foreign women who fought in Revolutionary Catalonia during the Spanish Civil War.

Feb 24 • 08:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Convicted of Refusing to Serve on the Electoral Board in the 2021 Elections in Catalonia Due to Fear of COVID

A man was fined by the Supreme Court for declining to serve as a poll worker in the 2021 Catalonia elections, citing COVID-19 fears.

Feb 24 • 06:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The debate on the regulation of private online vocational training opens a rift in the Education Council of Catalonia

A debate over the regulation of private online vocational training in Catalonia highlights divisions between business associations and the Generalitat, unions, and families.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The new Sumar seeks to capitalize on the agitation on the left and finalizes a tour in Andalusia and Catalonia

The new leftist coalition Sumar is aiming to leverage recent unrest among leftist groups in Spain as it prepares for a campaign tour in Andalusia and Catalonia ahead of regional elections.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After rumors about S. Francisco's farewell to "Žalgiris" – his agent's reaction

The player S. Francisco has not signed a contract despite recent rumors suggesting he is leaving for a team in Catalonia.

Feb 23 • 21:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Govern of Salvador Illa will approve the Budget project this Friday to pressure ERC, which maintains its rejection: "Less self-help messages and more national ambition"

The Catalan government, led by Salvador Illa, plans to approve a budget proposal despite lacking essential support from ERC, which has rejected negotiations over tax concessions.

Feb 23 • 13:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Salvador Illa announces that the Government will approve the budget project this Friday after ERC's no-show

Salvador Illa, the President of the Generalitat, has announced the approval of the budget project for 2026 on Friday, despite the absence of cooperation from ERC.

Feb 23 • 12:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The wife of Josep Pujol decides not to testify in the trial against the 'former president' and his sons

Laura Vila, wife of Josep Pujol Ferrusola, has opted not to testify in the ongoing trial involving the Pujol family, citing her right to remain silent.

Feb 23 • 12:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

Cross Installed: Sagrada Familia Reached Its Highest Point – 172.5 Meters

The Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona has reached its highest point of 172.5 meters with the installation of a cross atop the central tower dedicated to Jesus Christ.

Feb 23 • 11:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The Supreme Court overturns a Barça rule that prohibited members from selling their season tickets

The Spanish Supreme Court has annulled a rule from FC Barcelona that restricted members from selling their season tickets, allowing for greater flexibility in ticket management.

Feb 23 • 10:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Rising Cost of Housing Undermines Improvement in Purchasing Power in the Last Decade

The article discusses how the rising cost of housing has negated improvements in purchasing power over the past decade in Spain, prompting the Catalan government to propose a new index that incorporates housing prices into economic assessments.

Feb 23 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rental housing in Catalonia registers its second quarterly increase despite price regulation

Rental prices in Catalonia have increased for the second consecutive quarter, contrary to the intended effects of price regulation.

Feb 22 • 11:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Urgency of Thinking about Immigration

The article discusses the critical need for a deeper, more rational discourse on immigration in Catalonia amidst a growing societal urgency.

Feb 22 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Salvador Illa: “I can defend the new funding from Algeciras to Girona”

Salvador Illa, the president of the Generalitat of Catalonia, expresses his lack of ambition for national presidency, asserting his commitment to regional stability and long-term projects.

Feb 22 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalan tourism entrepreneurs assert themselves in response to voices calling for a model change

Catalan tourism entrepreneurs are standing firm against calls for a transformation of the tourism model, emphasizing their ongoing investments in the sector.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Marc Giró Chooses a Provocative Name for His Show on La Sexta: 'Cara al Show'

Marc Giró has announced that his new show on La Sexta will be titled 'Cara al Show,' moving from TVE where it was called Late Xou.

Feb 21 • 16:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Catalan PP announces a challenge to the Constitutional Court against the limitation of speculative housing purchases agreed between Illa and the commoners

The Catalan PP plans to challenge the proposed law limiting speculative housing purchases in Catalonia, claiming it attacks private property rights.

Feb 21 • 15:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Two fatalities in several traffic accidents in Catalonia

Two individuals have died in separate traffic accidents in Catalonia, one a minor and the other an adult driver.

Feb 21 • 10:56 UTC

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