African swine fever spreads to Sant Just Desvern and Esplugues
In total, 21 new wild boars have tested positive for African swine fever, including one found outside the initial high-risk zone
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Catalonia housing prices jump 11% in final quarter of 2025
Among all Spanish regions, Catalonia records the smallest price increase, while the highest reaches 15.3%
Nearly 40% of men say criticism of sexist jokes is exaggerated
Poll also shows widespread overestimation of immigrant population
Over 30 organizations to take the streets of Barcelona on International Women's Day
Under the slogan 'Against colonial and fascist imperialism: a transfeminist struggle,' protesters highlight conflicts in countries such as Iran and Palestine.
Gas stations warn of higher fuel prices due to Middle East conflict
Diesel has increased by 20% and gasoline by 16% in just four days
Feminism must engage men, Catalonia's equality minister warns
March 8 marks International Women's Day and 50 years since the first Catalan Women's Days
Barcelona 5th in Europe's Best Cities ranking for 2026
Catalan capital moved on from "identity crisis," report says
New Catalan social network 'Xiuxiuejar' amasses over 2,000 users in its first month
Started by a Syrian refugee, the platform aims to promote the Catalan language and reduce dependence on major tech companies
Homelessness in Catalonia: Social organisations call for €100 million boost in 2026
Over 4,700 people used support services in 2024
Pro-palestine protests outside MWC denounce human rights violations and 'genocide'
Activists criticize participation of companies tied to the Israeli military at tech fair
Susan Sarandon hails Spain's stance on Gaza
Actress speak out in Barcelona, criticizing Hollywood's silence on US politics
Spain's migrant regularisation explained: How it will work and what it means for Catalonia
Spanish government plans to regularise around 500,000 undocumented migrants, including an estimated 150,000 in Catalonia
Human case of swine flu detected in Lleida
Meanwhile, African swine fever cases in wild boars are increasing in high-risk zones
Barcelona tenants accuse investment funds of flouting rent caps through co-living model
Housing unions say Catalan government has sanctioned only three companies since rent controls came into force
Extreme heat and air pollution raise mental health risks in Catalonia
Children, adolescents, and residents in vulnerable neighborhoods most affected
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