Highs of 42ºC recorded as heatwave rages on
Barcelona actives daytime alert phase of heat plan and maintains emergency situation for tropical nights
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Current affairs and social issues
Taxi union to protest on September 5 against anti-competition fine
Élite Taxi sanctioned €123,000 for pressuring drivers not to use ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Cabify
8-year-old dies in campsite bungalow fire in southern Catalonia
Firefighters found the girl after putting out the flames
Heatwave with over 40ºC highs to last until Friday
Extreme heat warnings issued in most Catalan counties
Daily American Airlines flights between Barcelona and Dallas from June 2024
El Prat airport offers 46 international flights
Extreme heat warning this weekend in Catalonia, especially on Sunday
Authorities advise people to avoid sun exposure and drink lots of water
Mpox outbreak declared in Barcelona, 6 cases diagnosed since July
"Very remote" chances outbreak will be like last summer's
Barcelona commemorates anniversary of 2017 terror attacks that killed 16
Survivors and relatives hold additional minutes of silence to protest politicians' response
Maresme's pet-friendly beaches attract more visitors
Restaurants, hotels, and museums also open their doors to dogs
Landlords with 5 or more properties will have to limit rents according to index
Measure expected to promote affordable housing as rent law could come into effect this month
Commuters complain of delays following Sitges derailment: 'I've been waiting an hour'
Renfe passengers have to take a bus between Vilanova i la Geltrú and Castelldefels
Travel agency tourists trapped in Ethiopia had used 'unaware' of Spain's travel warning
"Obviously we wouldn't have sent them," says Kananga as travelers set to return Monday night
Man shot by police after stealing car and attempting to run over officer dies
Police union claims self-defense as judge opens investigation into use of force
Barcelona's Carmel Bunkers and overtourism, still a problem for locals
Residents complain of crowded buses and late-night parties despite 7:30 pm closure
Heftier fines for vandalism, public drinking and urination in Barcelona
Penalties on average 55% more expensive from this Friday
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