Police close Barcelona migrant detention center due to coronavirus border closures
Center empty after authorities were unable to repatriate detainees
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Center empty after authorities were unable to repatriate detainees
Dozens of people in area around Igualada under coronavirus restrictions need to be accompanied to feed their animals
New application, Stop Covid-19 Cat, aimed at ensuring hospital beds available to those who most need them
Some professors around Catalonia are turning to the internet to stay in touch with their students
Foreign office statement says Spanish government will close all hotels next Tuesday as part of emergency measures against coronavirus
As the state of alarm due to the health crisis goes on, some parents and children are turning to structure and discipline to get through the day
Traffic levels also down significantly as is overall energy use across Catalonia
Number of fatalities more than doubles in a single day bringing total to 41
No new dates for tests have been set yet, while pre-enrollment for schools also suspended
Police are tackling people and establishments ignoring restrictions
Few incidents were reported at Catalonia's northern border, as entry is restricted to Spanish nationals, residents, and goods
Government expects quick coronavirus test to be available soon and will launch app for people with coronavirus symptoms
Traffic in Barcelona area fell by 40% on Monday morning, with queues forming outside some shops
Private health centers to open publicly, while military will support police in ensuring home confinement
Move comes after harassment claims against former king Juan Carlos and that he received €100m from Saudi Arabia
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