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Flooding rain paralyses travel across Catalonia
Floodwater has closed roads and disrupted air and rail services across Barcelona province. Flights and trains were suspended as several rivers reached risk levels.
Àngels Barceló leaves Madrid for Maresme after calling the city hostile
Àngels Barceló has moved back to Catalonia after nearly thirty years in Madrid, citing an increasingly hostile atmosphere in the capital. The former Cadena SER host is seeking a quieter life in Maresme while maintaining her professional ties.
Àngels Barceló leaves Madrid for Barcelona after two decades in radio
Àngels Barceló, one of Spain’s most recognized radio voices, is leaving Madrid and returning to Barcelona after more than twenty years at Cadena SER. She has voiced discomfort with Madrid’s political climate as she begins a new chapter.
Feijóo invokes Olga while ignoring the vote behind her eviction
Alberto Núñez Feijóo rejects the Government's housing decree while criticising activists over Olga's eviction in L'Hospitalet. His argument leaves out the congressional vote that helped remove the protection behind the case.
Ada Colau forced to leave her Barcelona apartment over unaffordable rent
Ada Colau, Barcelona’s former mayor, has left her longtime apartment after finding the rent impossible to cover alone. She now lives with a family member, highlighting the financial strain Spain’s housing market can put on even public figures.
Red alert shifts north as heavy rain hits Barcelona
Rainfall has pushed the highest warning level toward Catalonia, with Barcelona recording around 100 litres per square metre in one hour. Renfe suspended several services as flooding risks grew across the region.
Blood test opens a new route to personalised cancer therapy
VHIO researchers found tumour neoantigens and responsive T cells in blood samples. The method could widen access to personalised immunotherapy when tumours are hard to biopsy.
Catalonia faces ES-Alert as severe rain threatens key coastal regions
Civil Protection has issued an ES-Alert for thirteen Catalan comarcas, warning of locally intense rain and violent weather expected Tuesday morning. Residents are urged to avoid flood-prone areas and adjust travel plans as authorities monitor for further risks.
Clouds and rain shape Madrid weather as temperatures climb
Madrid faces a week of dense cloud and scattered rain as temperatures rise. The State Meteorological Agency outlines changing skies across the region, with local variations and weekend showers in light breezes.
Spain's housing shortfall is set to pass one million homes
Spain completed 92,000 homes in 2025 while 245,000 new households were formed. The resulting gap of 153,000 units has pushed the projected national shortfall above one million homes by 2028.
Feijóo puts truth at the centre of journalism
At the Premios Vanguardia 2026 in Barcelona, Alberto Núñez Feijóo argued that journalism cannot retain public trust without facts and credibility.
Civil Protection issues urgent alert as torrential rain targets Catalonia
Authorities have issued a critical weather warning for Catalonia, with torrential rain and possible local flooding expected. Thirteen regions are under an ES-Alert, and rainfall could reach up to 180 litres per square metre in some areas. Residents are urged to take immediate precautions.
Civil Protection triggers mobile alert as heavy rain targets Catalonia
A sweeping ES-Alert has landed on Catalan phones, warning of intense rainfall expected to hit the coast and nearby areas on September 29. Civil Protection urges residents to avoid flood-prone zones and limit outdoor activity during peak hours.
Sánchez backs public housing model during Barcelona visit
Pedro Sánchez has renewed his housing pledge in Barcelona. The Illa Siberia project keeps public land under municipal ownership while expanding affordable rentals.
Barcelona school on alert after 14 year old arrested for death threats online
A 14-year-old girl was arrested in Barcelona after allegedly sending death threats to fellow students via social media. The incident prompted increased police patrols near the school and raised concerns about online safety among minors.
Torrential rain warnings grip Catalonia as storms threaten twelve regions
Spain’s weather has shifted overnight, with twelve regions activating rain and storm alerts. Catalonia faces the highest risk, with forecasts of more than 100 litres per square metre in just a few hours. Authorities warn of possible flooding and severe disruption.
Spain faces shifting holiday calendar as key 2026 dates move
Spain’s 2026 public holiday calendar brings major changes for workers. With Christmas falling on a Friday and several national holidays shifting to Mondays, traditional long weekends are reshaped. Regional differences mean not everyone will benefit equally from the new schedule.
Barcelona draws 121000 people to its new beach Piromusical
Works at the Fira de Barcelona complex moved La Mercè's closing show from Maria Cristina to Nova Icària. Around 121000 people watched the music and fireworks from the beach and higher points across Barcelona.
Clouds tighten grip on Barcelona as temperatures hold steady
Barcelona faces increasing cloud cover and persistent warmth on Sunday, with highs near 29°C and lows around 19°C. Neighboring cities are set for similar conditions, while rain is expected early in the week.
Barcelona puts Oques Grasses at the heart of its new Piromusical
Barcelona closed La Mercè from the beach for the first time. Dulceida led TV3's broadcast while Oques Grasses shaped a Catalan-led soundtrack for the 30-minute coastal finale.
Fabero ticket wins a €49,213 La Primitiva prize
A La Primitiva ticket sold at Fabero's Lottery Administration No. 1 has won €49,213.69. No ticket won the top categories, pushing the next jackpot to €28.5 million.
La Primitiva jackpot climbs to 28.5 million euros
No ticket won La Primitiva’s top prize. The next draw will offer 28.5 million euros, while four bets secured 49,200 euros each.
Netrebko returns to the Liceu under a shadow of war
Anna Netrebko returned to Barcelona after five years away. Her Aida opened the Liceu season amid protests and Shirin Neshat's fiercely anti-war production.
Josep Juanpere case turns on unexplained neck injuries
Josep Juanpere died after a suspected heart attack in Baqueira. An autopsy found internal cervical injuries that may be compatible with external force. His partner is free on bail as investigators examine a possible homicide.
Madrid makes Oxford Economics' global top 30
Madrid ranks 30th in Oxford Economics' global city index. Barcelona also makes the list, at number 72.
Delta Air Lines flight returns to Barcelona after engine smoke scare
A Delta Air Lines flight to Atlanta had to turn back to Barcelona’s El Prat airport after smoke was spotted coming from one engine. No one was hurt, and the emergency response briefly disrupted airport routines.
Baqueira death case turns on an €80,000 bail
The first autopsy pointed to a heart attack. Belén L. is now free on €80,000 bail while the Vielha court examines a possible homicide linked to Josep Juanpere's death in Baqueira.
Helena Guardans to lead Barcelona's Liceu
Helena Guardans will lead the Liceu for five years. Her appointment follows a record sponsorship season and comes ahead of the Liceu Mar project.
Josep Juanpere Partner Ordered to Prison With Bail Option
A Vielha judge has ordered Josep Juanpere's partner to prison, with release possible on bail of 80,000 euros. She faces a homicide investigation after the architect died at his Baqueira home in December.
Body of a Woman Discovered on Vilassar de Mar Beach
A woman's lifeless body was found Thursday morning on the sand of Vilassar de Mar, prompting a police investigation. The discovery was made after beachgoers alerted authorities to the presence of a person on one of the town's busiest beaches.
Helena Guardans takes over as Liceu president
Helena Guardans now leads Barcelona's Gran Teatre del Liceu. She brings fundraising experience and a long record of building ties between businesses and institutions.
Anadolu Efes lose grip in Barcelona, fall after late collapse
Anadolu Efes built a 15-point lead in Barcelona but let it slip, losing 89-82 after a rough finish. Missed shots and shaky teamwork opened the door for Barcelona to take the win in the closing minutes.
Barcelona overcomes Anadolu Efes in a fierce EuroLeague opener
Barcelona fought back to beat Anadolu Efes 89-82 in the first week of the 2026-27 EuroLeague. The Turkish team started strong, but Barcelona took over late at Palau Blaugrana.
Where Spain's Supermarket Bill Can Fall by €1,310
A household can save an average of €1,310 a year by choosing the cheapest supermarket nearby. Madrid has the widest gap, while fresh food prices continue to rise.
Junts demands ban on evictions by investment funds
Junts per Catalunya is pressing the Spanish government to block investment funds from evicting vulnerable families and to restrict their home purchases. The party’s proposals aim to curb speculation and protect tenants as the government prepares new housing measures.
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