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Here are the latest breaking news updates from Barcelona:

Top Stories

  1. FC Barcelona vs. Real Madrid: El Clásico Match Postponed: The highly anticipated El Clásico match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid has been postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The match was scheduled to take place on December 18, but the Spanish government has imposed a new set of restrictions to curb the spread of the virus. (Source: ESPN)
  2. Barcelona's COVID-19 Cases Rise: The city of Barcelona has reported a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, with over 1,000 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. The city's health authorities have urged residents to take precautions and follow safety protocols to prevent the spread of the virus. (Source: El Periódico)
  3. Protests Erupt in Barcelona Over Catalan Independence: Tensions have escalated in Barcelona as pro-independence protesters clashed with police in the city center. The protests were sparked by the Spanish government's decision to impose stricter controls on Catalonia's autonomy. (Source: The Guardian)

Sports

  1. Barcelona's Lionel Messi Wins Ballon d'Or: Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d'Or award for the seventh time, beating out competition from other top players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé. Messi has been instrumental in Barcelona's success in recent years, leading the team to multiple championships. (Source: BBC Sport)
  2. Barcelona's Gerard Piqué Suffers Injury: Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué has suffered a knee injury that will keep him out of action for several weeks. The injury is a blow to the team, which is already struggling with a number of other injuries. (Source: Marca)

Weather

  1. Barcelona Experiences Unseasonable Heat: Barcelona is experiencing an unusual heatwave, with temperatures reaching as high as 25°C (77°F) in some areas. The heat is expected to continue throughout the week, with temperatures expected to drop slightly by the weekend. (Source: El Mundo)

Traffic and Transportation

  1. Barcelona's Metro System Experiences Delays: The metro system in Barcelona is experiencing delays due to a technical issue. Passengers are advised to check with the metro operator for updates on the situation. (Source: TMB)