Catalonia's last bull-related events stir debate amid animal welfare concerns
Organizers insist animals are treated "very well," while animal rights groups argue that even the law recognizes such events amount to abuse
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Organizers insist animals are treated "very well," while animal rights groups argue that even the law recognizes such events amount to abuse
Secretary Esteve Fernández proposes "denormalize" cigarettes in "symbolic site"
Seaside city welcomes French, Asian, and US nationals, as opposed to slowing down activity in past Augusts
Families defend children's right to 'live life to the fullest' and say they simply offer them 'a chance'
Clear difference with June as previous month recorded record high temperatures
Beach workers demanding new collective labour agreement and better conditions
Three treated at Vall d'Hebron, two at Sant Joan de Déu, and one more at Germans Trias i Pujol hospital
"The more tourists pay, the less residents will have to," says ERC councillor
Most frequent causes of complaints are flight cancellations and delays, which make up nearly 40% of the total
Torelló's town council has suspended all events scheduled for this week's local Festa Major
As of July 1, all tourist rentals must be listed on an official register
Union calls for better working conditions and compliance with previous agreements
German tourist drowns the same day at a southern Catalonia beach, bringing total beach fatalities to 16, five more than last year
Spanish cabinet extends maternity and paternity leave to 17 weeks and introduces 2 weeks paid childcare leave
President Illa sends condolences to 22-year-old's family and friends
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