The Generalitat of Catalonia has signed an agreement with Vietnam to foster the expansion of startups and enhance business relations, positioning the Asian country as a strategic partner.

The PSC government in Catalonia has reached an agreement with Comuns on a new law that will allow the conversion of offices, ground floors, hotels, and parking lots into protected housing, also permitting a 20% increase in building height.

Catalonia has been excluded from the PISA tests after the Generalitat detected that disabled students, who should have participated, were eliminated, rendering the sample unrepresentative.

A political commentary suggests that the recurring strategy of 'punishing' Catalonia is exacerbating resentment over what is seen as unjust treatment.

A criminal organization that supplied over 300 kilograms of cocaine to Mallorca from Catalonia, using vehicles transported by boat, has been dismantled.

Xavier Vilajoana of the Association of Promoters of Catalonia (APCE) warns that a proposed law prohibiting housing acquisition includes restrictions on operations related to promotion, rehabilitation, and urban regeneration, stating that the problem is a lack of housing, not who buys it.

An article from La Vanguardia reflects on the recurring theme that Catalonia consistently faces disadvantages or losses in political outcomes. This piece appears to be a general commentary on the region's political situation rather than a report on a specific event.

According to the Observatori de les Energies Renovables, Catalonia's renewable energy coverage has fallen to 15.3% in 2025, with new self-consumption projects dropping by 31% following the end of Next Generation aid and the normalization of energy prices.

The article discusses Catalonia's ongoing reliance on nuclear power, indicating that the region still requires it for its energy needs.

An expert highlights the worrying trend of heat records and the disappearance of over 40% of mountain springs in Catalonia, indicating increasing pressure on nature from extreme weather events.

A new series of short documentaries on CaixaForum+ delves into the enigmas hidden within the paintings housed at the National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC).

The PP party has designated its mayoral candidates for the Catalan capitals, setting the goal of doubling the number of councilors in Catalonia. Sirera, Palau, and Martorell will repeat their candidacies in Barcelona, Lleida, and Tarragona, respectively, while Daniel Ruiz will debut in Girona.

Criminality in Catalonia has decreased by 7.6%, with incidents involving weapons falling by 5.4%, prompting the Mossos d'Esquadra to allocate more resources to combat drug trafficking.

A report reveals the most popular baby names in Catalonia for 2025, with Júlia, Sofia, Biel, and Nil topping the list for newborns.

The construction of new and rehabilitated housing in Barcelona has seen a significant 40% decline, while overall housing permits across Catalonia fell by nearly 3% in the first half of the year.

The College of Architects is calling for urgent reform of the processing system in Catalonia, as municipal collapse and delays of over a year for licenses are severely hindering housing development in most major municipalities.

Reports indicate a rise in tick populations in Catalonia, Spain, prompting public health advice on protection and treatment for bites.

A gas leak has forced the interruption of the Rodalies R1 train service between Arenys and Canet de Mar in Catalonia, with emergency services establishing a security perimeter and advising nearby residents and a campsite to confine themselves.

The actual cost of absenteeism in Spain is estimated to be four times higher than official figures, ranging between 60,000 and 129,000 million euros, with Catalonia incurring the highest expenses.

Live music revenue in Catalonia has quadrupled over the past 25 years, driven by a boom in festivals, while concert halls and the recording industry have seen declines.

An article from La Vanguardia discusses the necessity for Catalonia to develop a more efficient and responsive administrative system.

Catalonia is facing another day of simultaneous wildfires, with significant blazes reported in Aiguamúrcia and Lladurs. The Lladurs fire, affecting a difficult-to-access area, has been surrounded by firefighters, reducing its spread potential.

Madrid's president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, has denounced Pedro Sánchez's proposal for regional financing, labeling it 'illegal and unjust' and accusing it of being designed to treat Catalonia as a nation and buy political will.

The Generalitat of Catalonia has launched a new guide aimed at making judicial processes more humane and child-friendly for minors involved in family court hearings.

Octogenarian Mari, a resident of Catalonia, recounts her emotional return home to Lubrín for vacation, only to be evacuated by the Civil Guard and forced to sleep in a funeral home, expressing deep sorrow for her town.

Vocational training (FP) is presented as the solution to the shortage of specialized technicians needed for the intense modernization phase of Catalonia's extensive elevator park, the largest in Spain.

The Spanish Treasury has sent the new financing system proposal to the autonomous communities, opening it up for negotiation. The model, previously agreed upon with ERC, is expected to be approved with the votes of the Government and Catalonia.

In Catalonia, 6% of purchased homes are resold within two years, with the Notarial College identifying approximately 6,000 annual operations indicative of speculative real estate practices.

Andalusia, Catalonia, and Castilla-La Mancha in Spain have established specialized units. These units use data-driven models, based on decades of incidents, to predict wildfire behavior and improve response strategies.

Edicions 62 has announced a new publication titled 'Història de les dones' (History of Women), set to be released in October, which will focus on Catalonia and apply a gender perspective with contributions from Montserrat Duch and 70 other authors.

Firefighters in Catalonia, Spain, have reported that all wildfires are now stabilized, though they anticipate a 'difficult' day ahead with several crews remaining on site for control.

Forest fires continue to rage in Catalonia, reaching the Barcelona metropolitan area and forcing new confinements in several Catalan regions.

Approximately 6,000 people have been confined due to a high-intensity fire in Gavà, Barcelona, amidst a day of multiple simultaneous fires across Catalonia, including in Pla de Manlleu and Navarcles.

A report presented by the Sindicatura de Greuges indicates that the underfunding of school places in Catalonia continues, despite an increase in education spending, with a deficit estimated at 944 million euros.

Firefighters in Catalonia are simultaneously confronting seven significant wildfires, with the Vallès fire remaining active while the advance of the Anoia fire has been halted.

Junts and PP plan to take the proposed law to ban speculative housing purchases, put forward by the 'comunes', to the Council of Statutory Guarantees. The post-convergent party will halt its processing, criticizing the attempt to approve it via a single reading, which prevents professional bodies and experts from testifying.

This article presents a survey asking public opinion on the potential reintroduction of tolls on high-capacity roads in Catalonia. The Generalitat is considering implementing a vignette system or license plate control within two to three years.

Los Bomberos trabajan en un episodio de tres incendios forestales simultáneos declarados en Catalunya

The OECD has urged Catalonia to increase teacher salaries to attract better-qualified educators, while also highlighting declining academic results and the need to address inequalities.

Authorities in Catalonia have lifted the confinement order for the Les Gavarres wildfire, allowing evacuated residents to return, though the fire remains stabilized but not fully controlled after burning eight homes.

Approximately 45,000 residents in several towns in northeastern Spain were advised to remain indoors due to dense smoke from a devastating wildfire that engulfed the region.

Ametller Origen presents the first edition of the 'Flavor Thermometer,' a study that surveys fruit consumption habits and preferences in Catalonia, revealing watermelon as the top choice for summer.

An uncontrolled wildfire, fueled by strong winds, is threatening three regions in Catalonia and has forced the confinement of thousands of people, creating a pyrocumulus cloud that accelerates its expansion.

The Rubí tunnel has resumed normal circulation following emergency works initiated in January due to a railway crisis in Catalonia, which severely impacted freight trains to and from the port of Barcelona.

Spain has set new tourism records, welcoming 37 million visitors by May who collectively spent 50 billion euros, with Catalonia being the leading destination.

Catalonia recorded 37,053 new contributors in June, surpassing 4 million affiliates for the first time in its history, with growth observed across all provinces.

The UAB and Grup Mutuam have established a new chair to strengthen research, training, and leadership within the nursing profession in Catalonia.

A runaway bus in Lleida, Catalonia, Spain, struck several people in the city center, resulting in more than 40 injuries. The regional government president has expressed wishes for a swift recovery for the injured.

The print edition of Grupo Godó's 'La Vanguardia' has become the leading newspaper in Catalonia by readership, more than doubling 'El Periódico', and has risen to third position in Spain.

The Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades since its implementation.

Alejandro Fernández, re-elected president of the Catalan PP, stated that the party will offer a solid and credible alternative to Catalan nationalism, believing it will mark the beginning of the end for Pedro Sánchez in Catalonia.

Despite advances in photovoltaic energy, renewable energy sources are losing overall weight in Catalonia, with nuclear power remaining the primary source of electricity production at 55.8%.

A very high risk of fire has been activated for 123 municipalities in Barcelona, Tarragona, and Lleida this Sunday, with Plan Alfa level 3 in effect and calls for extreme caution.

Almost 16,000 individuals are taking exams for civil servant positions in the Generalitat, competing for 1,325 places across thirty selective processes.

The passenger transport company Sagalés is investing 5 million euros in a new center and depots in Vic as it shifts its focus towards expanding operations beyond Catalonia.

The Bank of Spain has identified tourism as a significant factor contributing to pressure on housing in Catalonia, noting that a fifth of rental properties in central Barcelona are tourist flats.

Catalonia is set to receive an additional €567 million for dependency care, which is €123 million less than Madrid, a difference attributed to the number of assessed individuals and their degree of dependency.

The Madrid-based HM Hospitales group announced a revenue of 108 million euros in Catalonia and expressed ambitions to open a university center in Barcelona.

A car fell onto the R4 train tracks between Cerdanyola and Terrassa, forcing the suspension of train circulation; three of the four occupants exited the vehicle unassisted, while one received medical attention.

An influx of African dust has led to the activation of a warning for suspended particles in Catalonia, Spain, as daily PM10 limits were exceeded at eight air quality monitoring stations.

Catalonia is preparing for the Sant Joan celebration amidst extreme temperatures and a high risk of wildfires. The Catalan Meteorological Service (SMC) forecasts a general temperature increase across the territory, except for the far northeast.

The Art Nou festival is once again fostering emerging artistic creation in Catalonia, with nearly 50 venues across Barcelona and L'Hospitalet de Llobregat hosting works by over 110 artists.

An article discusses the benefits and dividends Catalonia has reaped from its forty-year journey as part of the European Union.

Director Sam Mendes is revolutionizing Catalonia by filming a tetralogy about The Beatles in various locations across Barcelona, Palamós, and Salou.

A clandestine network, referred to as 'Leire's sewer,' reportedly synchronized its activities with the parliamentary investigation into 'Operation Catalonia,' allegedly leveraging the PSOE's influence in parliamentary inquiries to target prosecutors and the UCO.

More than 70 municipalities in Catalonia, Spain, are facing a 'very high risk' of wildfires, with the highest danger concentrated in Ponent (Lleida), Terres de l'Ebre (Tarragona), and parts of Central Catalonia.

A survey and data from the Ministry of Finance reveal that the state invested more than double in Madrid compared to Catalonia in 2025, sparking a debate on disproportionate state investment.

The Generalitat of Catalonia is establishing 23 official locations for the safe observation of the total solar eclipse on August 12. A special operation will be deployed, involving 700 Mossos d'Esquadra units, drones, and helicopters to manage the event.

A parliamentary commission in Catalonia has failed to determine if fraud occurred or who was responsible for millionaire irregularities within the Dgaia, leaving the incidents unpunished.

A court in Catalonia has ordered provisional imprisonment for the individual arrested in connection with the violent death of a woman in Soses, with the case opened for a homicide charge.

Catalonia has been placed on maximum alert for wildfire risk starting today and extending through the weekend, as the region faces its most critical period for fires this summer.

Researchers from the UAB have uncovered remains of a camp near Collet de Jovell, shedding light on the final conflict between indigenous populations and Roman forces in Catalonia.

An analysis discusses Spain's World Cup triumph, noting its celebration across the country, including in Catalonia and Basque Country, and its implications for national unity.

Investment in ministries allocates 1,000 million euros more to Madrid than to Catalonia, indicating that the 'capital effect' negatively impacts public spending in the Catalan community.

A six-year-old child drowned in a hotel pool in Calella, and an adult died on a beach in Castelló d'Empúries, marking a tragic start to summer in Catalonia. These incidents bring the total number of drowning deaths in Catalan pools to seven since June 15.

The article reports on Feijóo's belief that Catalonia is still attempting to recover from a significant 'toxic process,' implying a need for a 'first aid manual' for the region.

Catalonia is leading in mortgage signings, a trend attributed to the scarcity of rental properties in the region, a situation also seen in Castilla-La Mancha.

Catalonia received only 8.6% of the total investment executed by the Spanish state in its autonomous communities last year, despite a 28.5% increase in spending compared to 2023.

An article highlights camping opportunities along Catalonia's Costa Brava, focusing on preserved natural oases away from mass tourism.

Catalonia has experienced its hottest start to summer on record, with temperatures exceeding the climatic average by 3.8°C.

Catalonia has seen an increase in births for the first time since 2008, with the average age of maternity now 32.8 years and the average age for a first child at 31.8 years, both higher than the previous year.

Castellana Properties, which owns 50% of the Splau shopping center, is actively looking to acquire new assets in Catalonia as part of its expansion strategy.

The Spanish government and Catalan officials are discussing the deployment of 91 new judge positions and 35 prosecutor positions in Catalonia, approved to begin implementation by year-end.

Firefighters have stabilized forest fires in Rubió and Cunit, Catalonia, after working through the night. The blazes had previously consumed 25 hectares in Rubió and led to the confinement of three urbanizations.

Firefighters are working to control a forest fire in Rubió, Catalonia, which has already consumed 25 hectares. Civil Protection has also ordered the confinement of three urbanizations due to another fire declared between Cunit and Cubelles.

Madrid has reactivated a yellow alert for temperatures expected to reach 38°C, with a high risk also present in Catalonia, Aragon, Navarra, and La Rioja.

A proposed reform would financially benefit Catalonia, granting it an additional 92 euros per inhabitant, even though it already receives 93 euros more per inhabitant than Madrid. Catalonia contributes 8% of its tax capacity to the common fund compared to Madrid's 26%, but has higher debt due to greater per-capita spending on welfare.

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector in Catalonia is facing difficulties in filling job vacancies related to Artificial Intelligence, despite employing 166,000 people, double the number a decade ago.

Four individuals have been arrested for illegally introducing French toxic waste into Catalonia, burying it in Sant Esteve Sesrovires and other locations in the province of Barcelona as part of a criminal network.

This article commemorates the 90th anniversary of the founding of the PSUC (Unified Socialist Party of Catalonia).

Catalonia is currently experiencing its third heatwave of the summer, expected to last until at least Wednesday, prompting firefighters to establish operational reinforcements across all emergency regions.

Bankinter's 'V CFO FrontLine Report' in Barcelona highlights the evolving role of financial directors, with Catalonia ranking among the regions with the highest maturity in automation for financial functions.

A suspected case of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever has been detected in Catalonia. The affected individual remains hospitalized at the Clínic hospital.

Catalonia is debating a law in Parliament that seeks to restrict the purchase of homes, ensuring that properties can only be used as habitual residences. An accompanying survey asks if people approve of restricting housing purchases in the region.

Catalonia will be filled with photographic images this summer, featuring festivals like Lumínic de Sant Cugat and Biennal Xavier Miserachs de Palafrugell, alongside exhibitions dedicated to artists like Minor White, Anna Turbau, and Max de Esteban.

The Filmoteca is transforming its archive into a major conversation spanning 50 years of feminism, with the 'Feminismes fílmics. 1976-2026' exhibition bringing together works from 55 filmmakers and artists to trace an audiovisual genealogy of feminist struggles in Catalonia.

All active forest fires in Catalonia have been stabilized, following a period where multiple blazes led to confinements in various zones.

Junts has rejected the funding proposal from Illa and ERC for Catalonia, arguing that the region would only gain 200 million euros, not the 4.7 billion claimed, making their vote crucial for the model's approval in Congress.

An in-depth look is provided into the financial accounts of the Generalitat, the government of Catalonia.

Salvador Illa, the President of Catalonia, defended his administration's handling of wildfires against accusations of negligence, emphasizing that such crises are not resolved through confrontation and highlighting his distance from environmentalist groups.

A fire burning vegetation near train tracks between Martorell and Sant Sadurní d'Anoia has forced the closure of the Rodalies line, with firefighters working to extinguish the blaze.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, regional president, has denounced preferential treatment for Catalonia, alleging an attempt to create a 'paralegal nation.' She frames budget negotiations as a comparative grievance and predicts a 'hot autumn' fueled by Moncloa.

Wildfires have broken out in several regions of Catalonia, Spain, with the blaze in Les Gavarres still uncontrolled, posing a significant challenge to the region.

Reports indicate that Catalonia is preparing for a potential power outage or energy-related event that could leave the region in darkness during a summer afternoon.

Property owners in Catalonia are forming a judicial front to challenge a new law that limits housing purchases in the region. The Catalan Parliament is set to vote on the initial steps to regulate property acquisition for speculative purposes.

Catalan Economy Minister Alicia Romero admits the regional government will not lower taxes but is reviewing 15 specific regional taxes that place Catalonia at the top of Spanish taxation.

Seven individuals have been arrested in a joint operation by the National Police and Mossos d'Esquadra, following the investigation of armed robberies in Catalonia and Castellón.

This article discusses Catalonia's economic situation, noting its consistent position at the bottom of autonomous communities in terms of economic freedom.

Ramon Lamiel, the director of traffic in Catalonia, expressed opposition to motorcyclists using the hard shoulder, despite new general traffic regulations that permit it under very specific circumstances.

The Catalan Parliament has approved the 2026 budget with votes from PSC, Esquerra Republicana, and Comuns, a move seen as crucial for the stability of the legislature.

A 17-year-old girl has died after being hit by a truck on the AP-7 highway in Catalonia, Spain, following a fall from a motorcycle. This incident marks the 71st traffic fatality in the region this year.

The Spanish government has recorded 1.2 million requests for immigration regularization, a figure double its initial forecasts. Colombians, Moroccans, and Venezuelans account for the largest percentages of applicants, with Catalonia, Madrid, and Valencia concentrating over half of the petitions.

Pere Calvet has been re-elected as the dean of the College of Civil Engineers of Catalonia, with his candidacy, which included Esther Real as vice-dean, being the only one presented.

The Generalitat of Catalonia is planning semi-direct and high-speed regional train services by 2040, promising long-term advancements like metro-like frequencies on the Maresme line, though no significant improvements are expected in the near future.

Yosef Faradji has increased his debt to the Catalan tax authorities to 65 million euros, making him the largest individual debtor, while Playbadalona remains the top corporate debtor.

An article discusses the political landscape involving key figures and parties like Illa, Junts, and Convergència in Catalonia.

More than 50,000 students across Spain are scheduled to take the extraordinary call for the University Access Exam (PAU) this Tuesday, with Catalonia holding its session in September for the last time before changes in 2027.

A precarious sector with limited investment capacity is restricting proper forest care in Catalonia due to a shortage of skilled professionals.

Spanish political leaders Sánchez and Feijóo engaged in discussions concerning the situation in Catalonia. The focus was on finding the right approach to the region.

Alejandro Fernández has been re-elected as president of the Catalan Popular Party with 97.5% of the votes, taking on the challenge of being decisive in the upcoming general elections. Feijóo, the national PP leader, has called for Catalonia to be the key to removing Sánchez from power.

Spain is experiencing a generalized rise in temperatures, with storms expected in the northern and eastern regions. Catalonia, however, is forecast to have clear skies and stable temperatures.

Catalonia has seen 38 new establishments receive the Repsol 'Soletes' distinction, recognizing quality and charm in local eateries. Among the recognized places in Barcelona are La Pepita, Zim wine bar, Morro Fi vermuterias, and Hijos de Nata ice cream parlor.

Spain is bracing for rising temperatures over the weekend, with a heat episode expected to intensify by Tuesday, particularly affecting Catalonia and the northeastern peninsula.

This article argues that leadership cannot be inherited, reflecting on how Jordi Pujol successfully created a shared narrative that has since vanished after his retirement.

A step-by-step guide has been published detailing how students in Catalonia can appeal their Selectividad (university entrance exam) grades, with specific dates provided for requesting revisions.

Firefighters in Catalonia attended 1,407 incidents during the Sant Joan eve celebrations, primarily involving burned containers and urban vegetation fires.

Indra Space's CEO, Miguel Ángel Panduro, has urged for greater business concentration within the European aerospace sector, positioning Indra as a key driver for the industry in Catalonia.

The results of the ordinary call for the PAU (university entrance exams) in Catalonia for 2026 are published this Tuesday, June 23, and can be consulted through the University Access Portal.

Most autonomous communities in Spain have endorsed a report that supports wolf hunting, despite opposition from the Ministry and Catalonia. The report concludes that the wolf population in Spain is in a favorable state of conservation.

Catalonia registered more than 7,500 mortgage operations in April, an 18.5% increase, significantly above the Spanish average, with the average loan amount approaching 200,000 euros.

An error when donating money to a child in Catalonia can lead to a significant tax jump from 5% to 32%, as the reduced rate for parents and children requires formalizing the donation before a notary within the legal deadline.

A severe heatwave has intensified in Catalonia, leading to a 'very high' fire danger alert in 161 municipalities across Lleida, Tarragona, and Central Catalonia, with temperatures expected to reach nearly 40ºC.

Spanish author and journalist Pilar Rahola is under investigation for "aiding genocide" due to her pro-Israel stance, following a complaint filed by members of the Socialist Youth of Catalonia.

An unidentified artist, dubbed the 'Banksy of erotic ceramics,' has been placing small clay pieces with sexual drawings and couplets on bridges and aqueducts across Catalonia since 2022, with nearly 2,000 pieces cataloged, fueling their myth.

A series of reports by La Vanguardia journalist Toni Muñoz, titled 'Mafia Stories,' delves into the activities of various mafia clans in Catalonia, covering traffickers, silences, corpses, and secrets.

The President is traveling to Vietnam to strengthen institutional relations with Asia and will also visit Singapore to position Catalonia as a commercial ally.

A 95-year-old driver in Catalonia successfully renewed her driving license on her first attempt, sparking widespread admiration. This incident highlights that age does not always correlate with driving ability.

This article details a summer itinerary through the Ripollès region, known as the cradle of Catalonia, tracing the historical path of Catalan nobility in the Girona Pyrenees.

A cable theft incident in La Sagrera has caused significant delays for high-speed train services between Barcelona and Girona, following a similar copper theft that cut Rodalies circulation days earlier.

This year's Diada demonstration will be decentralized, with events held in Barcelona, Girona, and Amposta. In Barcelona, two columns will converge in Plaça Catalunya.

ERC (Republican Left of Catalonia) has criticized the Catalan government for the low level of state investment in Catalonia, calling it a 'failure of Illa.' The party also expressed disappointment with the PSOE's 'humiliation' of the Catalan executive and Junts' rejection of the investment consortium.

The Generalitat of Catalonia has declared the Tres Xemeneies project in Sant Adrià de Besòs as strategic, aiming to ensure the necessary electrical capacity for future businesses in the region.

Catalan business associations are strongly protesting the low level of state investment in Catalonia, arguing it is stifling the regional economy. They highlight that the state invested more than double in Madrid compared to Catalonia in 2025.

Comisiones Obreras is hosting the celebration of the 90th anniversary of the PSUC (Unified Socialist Party of Catalonia), a party that served as the main bastion of political resistance during Franco's regime in Catalonia.

The Santa Maria de la Seu d'Urgell cathedral is an exceptional monument, featuring a majestic 12th-century cloister with galleries housing over 50 sculpted capitals depicting vegetal motifs, human figures, and popular bestiary.

Queen Letizia of Spain chose a flowing Hugo Boss dress and espadrilles for her engagements in Catalonia. Her preferred 80-euro espadrilles are highlighted as a savior for sore feet.

Carles Puigdemont has celebrated a 'resounding victory' in the EU with the amnesty law and has threatened to once again pursue Catalonia's independence. Junqueras, who remains disqualified, also demanded the immediate application of the law to be eligible for upcoming Catalan regional elections.

An article explores various summer travel destinations, including Catalonia, Asturias, the Black Forest, and Turkey, offering ideas for those still planning their holidays.

Six out of ten small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Catalonia are struggling to fill job vacancies due to the region's housing crisis. High housing costs mean that salaries often do not compensate employees enough to live in the area.

The Junts party has requested reports from the Spanish government regarding the regularization of migrants and the process for assigning voters in the CERA (Census of Absent Residents) under the 'grandchildren's law'.

Waste from e-commerce is expected to increase by 40% in just five years, with cardboard accounting for 97% of emissions from materials used in online retail in Spain and Catalonia.

The Catalan government has unveiled a four-year plan to develop 930 kilometers of smart roads, preparing the region for the advent of autonomous vehicles.

Ada Colau, former mayor of Barcelona, intends to appoint a housing commissioner to tackle speculative property buying in Catalonia. The proposed head of the 'Dirección General de Disciplina de Vivienda' previously received two direct contracts from the Generalitat, one for a report on the law to pursue property owners and another for training.

The STEPV union in Valencia, Spain, is proposing to replicate Catalonia's protest model for the upcoming school year, combining mobilization with institutional pressure and planning a demonstration on September 12.

The Supreme Court has dealt a setback to the Generalitat by annulling a section of the document regarding the organization and management of public schools and institutes in Catalonia for the 2022-2023 academic year, which excluded Castilian from school signs.

Madrid's leader, Ayuso, praised the city's F1 'Madring' model, contrasting it with Catalonia's Montmeló and accusing critics of trying to prevent the Madrid Grand Prix.

An article from La Vanguardia describes a fatalistic mood in Catalonia, suggesting that only a major national pact could address the current sentiment.

Catalonia is reflecting on its identity, moving from the sentiment of "Spain robs us" to the perceived threat of a "caliphate."

Cooperative housing initiatives are making significant progress in Catalonia as a viable solution to the ongoing housing crisis, with more than half of the developments in the region currently in project or construction phases.

DO Catalunya (Designation of Origin Catalonia) is initiating a summer campaign aimed at enhancing the visibility and presence of its wines in various sales points. The president, Xavier Pié, also noted efforts to adapt to lower-alcohol or partially dealcoholized wines while maintaining their origin.

This article explores the political question in Catalonia regarding the potential return of Carles Puigdemont versus the timing of new elections. It delves into the current political landscape and future scenarios for the region.

An article explains how saving 2,000 euros per month can become expensive in Catalonia in the long run, as the rising value of real estate and financial assets increases the number of affected taxpayers annually.

The first allocation of university places in Catalonia will be published on July 10, revealing the minimum access scores for each degree program for the 2026 academic year.

Regions like Costa Daurada, Priorat, Terres de l’Ebre, Penedès, and rural areas with minimal light pollution such as Prades, offer a wide and varied selection of options to observe the upcoming eclipse while enjoying local wines.

The Basque Country has achieved 'participation' for its police in immigrant expulsions, a competence that Catalonia has long desired and was promised by the PSOE for 2025 but never granted.

Catalonia is experiencing a significant number of active fires, with over 150 declared, leading to concerns that 2026 could be a tragic summer for the region.

Regions in Spain, including Andalucía, Catalonia, and Castilla-La Mancha, have established specialized units to predict wildfire behavior using models based on decades of incident data.

A criminal group specializing in stealing high-end bicycles across Catalonia has been dismantled in Reus, with Mossos d'Esquadra arresting two individuals. The suspects were involved in thefts in multiple locations including Castelldefels, Barcelona, Vinyols, Els Arcs, Mataró, Premià de Mar, and El Masnou.

The Spanish government is reportedly open for the first time to allowing some autonomous communities, particularly Catalonia, to have higher deficit targets than others, a move strongly opposed by PP-governed regions.

Two individuals have been arrested in Catalonia on suspicion of arson; one in Sant Quintí for allegedly using pyrotechnics near a fire's origin, and another in Torroella de Mongrí for starting four separate blazes during the La Bisbal fire.

The upcoming Tour de France route through ten municipalities in Catalonia's Ripollès and Cerdanya regions, many of which are small villages, is anticipated to provide invaluable tourism promotion. Local officials describe it as an unparalleled marketing opportunity.

Juan Fernández, the general secretary of the Catalan PP, stated that the party's project is for all Catalans tired of decline, emphasizing a shift away from the 'procés' being central to the conversation.

Catalonia, described as 'at its limit,' is processing the highest number of regularized immigrants in Spain, accounting for 22% of applications, leading to overwhelmed services and intensifying the political and social debate on immigration. Other PP-governed autonomous communities also report 'tension' and hope the Supreme Court will halt the regularization process.

Catalonia faces the challenge of processing a quarter of all immigration regularization applications, with its police stations already operating at 80% capacity. The influx of 257,602 new files exacerbates the situation, with no prior appointments available in Barcelona or Lleida for essential documents like the TIE.

Catalonia has received over 257,000 requests for immigrant regularization, leading the country in applications for residency and work permits.

Casa Botines in León is highlighted as one of Antoni Gaudí's least obvious projects, a neo-Gothic building and one of only three of his works constructed outside Catalonia.

Catalonia is seeing an acceleration in business creation, prompting companies to transform their risk management strategies as they expand, according to Juan Ramón Torres of Howden Iberia.

A serious bus accident occurred Tuesday morning in Aitona, Catalonia, Spain, leaving at least 43 people injured after the vehicle lost control and crashed into a town hall building, also hitting a bus stop.

FC Barcelona has officially announced another first team player transfer out of the club, with the confirmation made on Tuesday afternoon in Catalonia.

RAC1, the leading radio station in Catalonia, has concluded its season by surpassing one million listeners for the fifth consecutive time.

An article discusses the historical practice of traditional healers in Catalonia, who would address symptoms like poor appetite and listlessness in children, often referred to as 'curar de estropeado'.

The case concerning the paralysis of Covid-19 vaccinations for police and civil guards in Catalonia has proceeded to trial, with the Prosecutor's Office seeking 12 years of disqualification for two former Generalitat councilors accused of discrimination.

The 'tardeo' trend, combining late afternoon leisure with gastronomy, is growing in Catalonia, with 58.8% of entertainment and hospitality venues adopting this format, which now accounts for 26.5% of their revenue.

Ciudadanos (Cs) celebrates twenty years since its founding in 2006, emerging as a civic movement against nationalism in Catalonia during a political climate similar to the present, with left-wing and nationalist parties allied in power.

PP leaders Feijóo and Fernández are campaigning in Catalonia, positioning their party as an alternative to nationalism and aiming to remove Sánchez from La Moncloa, with Feijóo accusing the socialist president of undemocratic governance.

The high demand for labor in Andorra is causing a housing crisis in the neighboring Alt Urgell region of Catalonia, raising concerns about the cost of undocumented workers registering in Catalonia.

Barcelona authorities are proposing to triple the tourist tax for cruise ship passengers who stay in the city for less than 12 hours. The measure aims to combat excessive tourism and requires approval from the Parliament of Catalonia.

Catalonia has successfully attracted more than 10 billion euros from the European Union's Next Generation funds, distributed among over 262,321 beneficiaries in the region.

Catalonia is witnessing a change in its productive model, with the Chamber of Commerce indicating that the region's GDP growth is sustained by increased productivity and employment, urging an acceleration of this trend.

Business owners are requesting to be heard in the reform plans for Catalonia's oldest and largest textile colony, Complex Fabril Sedó, which is in need of a rehabilitation plan.

Dismissals under ERE (Employment Regulation Files) have moderated in Catalonia, affecting over 3,400 people, a 30% decrease compared to a previous year marked by a large ERE at a Facebook subcontractor that resulted in 2,000 departures.

A young woman from Girona has achieved the highest score in the PAU university entrance exams in Catalonia with a 9.90, as this year's tests saw a record number of over 45,000 enrolled students.

The Catalan government, Generalitat, has taken a 5% stake in Openchip by converting credit into shares, thereby securing the company's headquarters and operational center in Catalonia and gaining a board member.

More than 150,000 migrants have applied for regularization in Catalonia, Spain, with one week remaining until the deadline, as foreign affairs offices process thousands of residency applications.

Experts agree that current poverty levels in Catalonia are not comparable to the widespread misery episodes of the 19th and 20th centuries, refuting a claim by CUP deputy Castillejo.

Regional governments could approve a 20% surcharge on tourist apartments, a measure requiring reinforced majorities and, in Catalonia, justification based on particularly intensive use of common elements.

Catalonia has experienced strong economic growth for 35 years but has not seen a corresponding increase in wealth, according to a new analysis.