Marina Vilalta i Fajula has died at the age of 99, according to confirmation from her family. Born near the Taga mountain in 1927, Vilalta spent nearly a century tending her flock of Guirra sheep across the Ripollès mountains, continuing her daily routine through changing weather conditions until her final days. A Lifetime Dedicated to … Read more
The political movement advocating for Catalan identity in Northern Catalonia suffered a definitive setback following a local departmental referendum regarding the official nomenclature of the region, according to departmental data released after the vote. Proponents of a distinct Catalan designation had framed the plebiscite as a high-stakes test of political influence, but the outcome reaffirmed … Read more
International tourism in Catalonia reached a historic milestone this July, pulling in nearly 2,7 milions de visitants despite soaring temperatures and climbing airline ticket prices. According to official data reported by local news sources, the influx represents a 2,5% increase compared to the same period last year, marking an all-time record in a historical series … Read more
Catalonia’s One-in-Four Electrified Milestone During the recent vehicle registration cycle in Catalonia, electrified vehicles accounted for approximately 25 percent of all new passenger car sales, according to data compiled by automotive manufacturer and dealership associations. Despite the steady growth of vehicles plugging into the electrical grid, traditional non-plug-in hybrids continued to dominate the new car … Read more
L’Agència Tributària de Catalunya recovered 333 million euros in fiscal fraud during 2025, according to a report presented by the Generalitat. The figure marks a 13% increase compared to the previous year, highlighting intensified collection efforts by the regional tax authority across taxes assigned directly to its jurisdiction. Generalitat releases official data According to official … Read more
While overall construction activity in the region increased by 13,46% during the first half of 2024, the growth was primarily driven by non-residential projects rather than new housing development. Construction Trends and the Housing Gap The latest report from the COAC indicates that architects issued permits for 2,41 milions de metres quadrats of new construction … Read more
The Moroccan national football team’s historic run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar resonated far beyond the borders of North Africa, creating a profound cultural ripple effect in Catalonia, particularly within the neighborhoods of L’Hospitalet de Llobregat. As the “Atlas Lions” advanced to the tournament’s final stages, the streets of La Florida and … Read more
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the PP, has issued a directive to the party’s Catalan branch, demanding increased electoral results and internal efficiency. Following the recent congress of the Catalan PP that re-elected Alejandro Fernández as president of the party in the Principat, Feijóo underscored that party representatives must prioritize growth in the number of … Read more
Catalonia is preparing to host the 2026 Tour de France Grand Départ. Berni Álvarez, conseller d’Esports de la Generalitat, confirmed that the region is finalizing logistics for the start of the race, which will feature routes through Barcelona, Tarragona, and Granollers. Economic Projections for the Grand Départ The decision to bring the Tour de France … Read more
The 2026 Tour de France is set to commence with a 19.6-kilometer individual time trial in Barcelona, marking the first of three stages to be held within Catalonia. As the race approaches, fans and spectators are finalizing logistics to witness the opening stages of the world’s most prestigious cycling event in person, according to official … Read more