Spain to grant citizenship to nearly 170 descendants of International Brigade fighters
PM Sánchez says it will be an "honor" to call the children of those who fought for the Republic during the Civil War "compatriots"
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Catalonia vs Palestine match in Barcelona at risk, organizers warn
Activists accuse city council of delaying ticket sales and of planning to move match outside Catalan capital
Catalonia's cemeteries fill with visitors on All Saints' Day to honor the dead
Thousands visit cemeteries to honor loved ones, cleaning niches and bringing flowers
Does Spain's proposed smoking law go too far?
Bars push back against terrace ban, but health experts warn of second-hand smoke risks
Francisco Franco Foundation is now closer to extinction
Spanish government signs legal procedure to shut down organization for good
Rising prices push more Catalans to make 'panellets' at home
Homemade traditional marzipan treats cost about half as much as those sold in pastry shops
Barcelona to honor Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé with a statue
Monument dedicated to voices of 1992 Olympic Games anthem will be placed in Glòries Park
State funeral, day of mourning, and asking for 'dignity' one year after fatal DANA storm in Valencia
Valencian regional president acknowledges "some things should have worked better"
Barcelona's citywide pub crawl ban comes into force
Council says measure is designed to protect residents' right to sleep and safeguard public health
Emergency phone alert drill in Barcelona scheduled for November 3
Civil Protection to test system on devices across capital and nearby municipalities
'Catalanizing' technology: campaign promotes Catalan language on digital devices
Newly launched website helps Catalan speakers configure devices in the language
Barcelona council and hotels' guild clash on tax and tourist accommodation during debate
Councilor Jordi Valls defends plans to erase tourist apartments by 2028, while hospitality sector criticizes increased taxes
Barcelona Zoo begins largest renovation in its history, to be completed by 2030
Historic zoo in Ciutadella Park will feature three new spaces, including Bioscope, a new cutting-edge immersive center
One year on from devastating floods, tens of thousands take to streets in Valencia
Demonstration remembered 231 people who lost their lives and called for regional president to resign
Barcelona International Community Day draws 5,400 visitors
Dozens of activities in 12th edition held at Maritime Museum with 25% new exhibitors
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