News · Barcelona, Spain

21–22 September

Barcelona writer and cultural critic Marcos Ordóñez died aged 69. He was known for works like 'El signo de los tiempos' and 'Rancho aparte' and taught at Pompeu Fabra University.

High-speed trains between April and June saw a 33% rise in passengers compared to the previous quarter, but were still down 10% on the same period the previous year.

The Austrian company Health Force has moved its headquarters to Barcelona. The city's talent, connectivity, and healthcare sector are cited as reasons for the move.

The Barcelona workshop Gato Negro has been making guitar strings by hand for more than 150 years. Its fifth generation continues the craft, focusing on quality over mass production.

The article lists ten Italian restaurants in Barcelona. It highlights various options, from pasta specialists to places using local beer or traditional recipes.

The Barcelona Anti-fascist Coordinator is set to be presented on October 2. The organization aims to create a common space for response against fascism, racism, and hate speech.

In brief
Barceló, Iglesias, and Marín oversee Sagrada Familia's end
A Barcelona disco club founded in 1902 marks 123 years
Ex-B city mayor Ada Colau helps stop eviction of a resident
Former Premier League star Owen brands Man United's Rashford a 'weak link'
Premier League club threatens to disrupt United's pursuit of a full-back
Stephanie Cayo calls pop star Rosalía's music 'vulgar'
Barcelona artist Santi Casas publishes a comic about Catalan legends
Torrevieja ranks tenth for income inequality among Spanish cities
Barcelona electric motorbike beats an Audi in a record lap
Tarragona homes top sales for out-of-province buyers
Rising copper prices lead to train thefts in Catalonia
Catalan government convenes political parties to discuss education
Barcelona star Raphinha reaches 89 goals for the club
Police investigate two kidnappings on Catalan highway in 48 hours
Civic centers in Barcelona redefine their future
Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City track Feyenoord full-back Read
ERC manages a formal apology from family Maragall over Alzheimer posters
Police investigate second kidnapping in 48 hours in Catalonia
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal calls Lionel Messi the best World Cup player
Spanish wheelchair handball team wins first world title in Barcelona