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Toni Comín: Meet the 'ghost' MEP living in legal limbo

Catalan lawmaker Toni Comín has been elected twice by voters in Spain, but cannot sit as an MEP due to a legal controversy over his role in Catalonia's push for independence.

Euronews

Spanish police raid research lab in Catalonia in African swine fever investigation

The investigation seeks to clarify whether the outbreak of African swine fever that has killed 26 wild boars originated in one of the five laboratories in the area that work with the virus.

Euronews

Why the rise of a new far-right party in Catalonia spells danger for the Spanish government

Catalan politics are now, it seems, a far cry from 2017’s infamous, unauthorised independence referendum. It was violently repressed by national police forces, led to widespread rioting, triggered a constitutional crisis in Spain, and saw leaders like Carles Puigdemont flee the country.

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African swine fever outbreak in Spain may have leaked from research lab, officials say

Authorities say strain of virus that has killed wild boars in Catalonia is one often used for experiments in secure facilities

The Guardian - UK

Shells found in Spain could be among oldest known musical instruments

Conch-shell trumpets discovered in Neolithic settlements and mines in Catalonia make tone similar to french horn, says lead researcher

The Guardian - UK

Puigdemont appeals to Spain's top court to lift his arrest warrant

Carles Puigdemont, Catalonia's former president, seeks to return to Spain following a favourable yet not definitive EU Advocate General's ruling on Spain's amnesty law.

Euronews

Kicking back in Catalonia: a new eco-retreat in Spain with yoga, ebikes and volcano hikes

Set within a volcanic nature reserve, this charmingly repurposed 17th-century farmhouse has all bases covered for a relaxing, rustic microadventure

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Catalonia’s Socialist president: tackling inequality can blunt separatist and far-right voices

In an interview, Salvador Illa tells of ‘pragmatic approach’ as he seeks to persuade voters about benefits of coexistence with Madrid

The Guardian - UK

Spain floods: Hundreds of cars swept away as torrential rain causes chaos in Catalonia

Spain’s national weather agency, Aemet, warned up to 180mm of rain could fall within 12 hours

Evening Standard

Spain weather warnings: Storm Alice brings floods and travel chaos to Catalonia, Valencia and Ibiza

Heavy rain has flooded roads, stranded tourists and forced travel cancellations across Spain’s Mediterranean coast.

Euronews

Trapped drivers battle raging torrents of mud water as flash floods rip through Spanish towns

This is the moment drivers were trapped in their cars as torrential rain triggered flash floods in northeastern Spain’s Catalonia region.

The Independent UK

Champions League review: PSG’s young guns, Valverde’s discontent and Qarabag shine

There was a compelling clash of heavyweights in Catalonia, some unhappy rumblings at Real and a legend of Azerbaijani football roared

The Guardian - US

Italy art police seize 21 suspected fake works from Salvador Dalí show

Squad confiscates works from Parma exhibition after consulting Gala-Salvador Dalí Foundation in Catalonia

The Guardian - UK

‘There Were Talks’—Luis Diaz Confirms Barcelona Negotiations Before Liverpool Exit

Díaz was among Barcelona’s top targets before Marcus Rashford moved to Catalonia instead.

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The Independent UK

How a herd of hungry goats is helping Spain fight fires during the scorching summer

Goats are known for their voracious appetites

Euronews

Are there more mosques than churches in Catalonia?

Catholic churches make up by far the most places of worship in the region, despite claims to the contrary online that appear to try and stoke Islamophobia.

The Guardian - UK

British brother and sister, 11 and 13, drown off beach in Spain

Father rescued after running into sea in attempt to save children at Salou in Tarragona, Catalonia

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona Confirm Joan Gamper Trophy Opponent, Date, Venue

There will be some familiar faces returning to Catalonia for this historic edition of the traditional season opener.

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Every English Player Who Played for Barcelona

Marcus Rashford is set to become just the second Englishman to play for Barcelona, although the Spanish club has undoubtedly been influenced by English thinkers.

The Independent UK

Marcus Rashford travels to Catalonia as Barcelona move appears close

Rashford posted on social media a picture of himself travelling on a private plane.

Sports Illustrated

Marcus Rashford Potential Shirt Numbers at Barcelona

The Englishman is unlikely to don a premium shirt number in Catalonia.

Euronews

Two people feared missing as torrential rain batters Spain's Catalonia

Several countries in Europe issued weather alerts for heavy rainfall and storms. It comes after a large part of the continent experienced extreme heatwaves.

The Independent UK

Catalonia wildfire burns 7,000 acres and forces 18,000 people into lockdown

The raging fire follows Spain’s hottest June on record

Euronews

Spain heatwave fuels raging wildfire in Catalan national park

A fast-moving wildfire in Catalonia has scorched more than 8,000 hectares in just 24 hours, as Europe's record-breaking heatwave continues to intensify.

The Independent UK

Mapped: The hottest locations in Europe’s 46C heatwave after two die in Catalonia wildfire

Europe has faced an "exceptional" heatwave, prompting heat alerts throughout the region

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