'Uncertainty' in tourism sector over Middle East conflict, with more focus on local travel
Industry sees "security" in Catalonia as an asset for visitors
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University of Liverpool marks 100 years of Catalan studies
Year-long programme of events in Liverpool aims to promote Catalan culture beyond the university campus
Teachers set to strike March 16-20 after more than 40,000 reject deal
USTEC union argues signed deal between Catalan government and other unions fail to address key concerns
1,700 new homes, extension of tram line, new park: Tres Xemeneies urban development project revealed
Audiovisual content hub Catalunya Media City, driving force behind regeneration project
Collserola park to remain closed until 'wild boar population reduced as much as possible'
Park on outskirts of Barcelona remains open to residents, public transport, schools and restaurants
Drug survey highlights concerning trends in social media use
Heavy drinking among students declines, gambling rises, while nearly one in four show compulsive internet use
Barcelona Airport sees passenger numbers surge to nearly 3.9 million in February
Number of travellers up 3.8% as freight traffic jumps 24%
Rodalies trains to remain free until March 31 as service has not yet fully regained normality
Exceptional measure has been in place since fatal Gelida accident in January
Explosion at school in Girona region leaves three students injured
Experiment goes wrong, two of the minors are in serious condition
Taxi law limiting ride-hailing services clears first Parliament vote
Proposed legislation recognizes taxis as a public service
Collserola Park closed after African swine fever detected in Barcelona
High-risk zone includes 18 municipalities
Catalonia to approve 'MND Law' offering support to patients, families and caregiver
Over 200 people in Catalonia are expected to benefit, according to Catalan President Salvador Illa
Over €100,000 in savings required to obtain a mortgage in Barcelona, according to Idealista
Report from real estate company finds mortgage payments 38% cheaper than rent
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