Police confiscate 270 weapons across Catalonia since last Thursday
800 police teams deployed as part of 'Daga Plan' to strengthen protocols against carrying weapons in public
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Mushroom foraging season begins with good prospects due to recent rains
After three years of drought, experts predict a 'decent' harvest if it continues to rain and there is no frost
Barcelona locals against America's Cup criticize former mayor for fostering 'elitist' competition
Ada Colau recently questioned organizers' audience and visitor figures
Catalonia joins global petition for 'immediate' ceasefire in Lebanon
Government says it is open to treating "some of the affected people" in Catalan hospitals
World's first coffee grown in continental climate produced in Catalonia
After eight years of research, first harvest of 5,000 plants expected next year, with uncertainty over aroma and flavor
300 block Barcelona's Diagonal Avenue during strike for Palestine
Demonstrators gathered outside Israeli Consulate, which was protected by police
Provisional detention without bail for three adults arrested in Granada over fatal Girona shooting
Sant Joan's Eve attack in northern Catalan city left two people dead and two others injured
Barcelona travel agencies admit concern over 'tourismphobia'
Sector calls for dialogue with city council on 2028 tourist apartment ban
Government to set up committee to reform Catalan healthcare system
Authorities want to reduce wait times and guarantee the sustainability of the health system
Crime down 54% during La Mercè festival
Incidents involving weapons down by 16%, while identifications were up 75% compared to last year
Tension and clashes between protesters and police outside real estate fair The District
Organization says it respects protests and invites them to learn about the investors' proposals
Neighbors and police team up to star in a play to offer safety advice to the elderly
Vic group focus on crimes the elderly suffer most, treating them with humor
Spain again urges European Parliament to allow use of Catalan
"It is a matter of priority," writes foreign minister in third letter to chamber president
Council of Europe: 'Great concern' over court ordering schools to teach 25% of classes in Spanish
Committee of Experts laments lack of guarantees in Spanish legislation to hold trials in regional languages
Alleged perpetrators of fatal Girona shooting arrested in Granada
Man and woman detained over killing of two people on Sant Joan's Eve
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