Barcelona city news

Here are some recent news articles about Barcelona, Spain:

Tourism

• Barcelona's tourism industry is recovering from the pandemic, with a 25% increase in visitors in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period last year. (Source: El Periódico de Catalunya)
• The city is introducing new measures to reduce overcrowding in popular areas, including limiting the number of tourists allowed in certain streets and squares. (Source: The Local)

Politics

• The Catalan government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage in the region to €1,200 per month, which is higher than the national minimum wage in Spain. (Source: El País)
• The city's mayor, Ada Colau, has launched a new initiative to reduce pollution in Barcelona, including increasing the number of electric buses and promoting cycling. (Source: La Vanguardia)

Culture

• The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) has reopened after a major renovation, featuring a new building and expanded exhibition spaces. (Source: The Art Newspaper)
• The city's famous La Boqueria market has been named one of the best markets in the world by the World's 50 Best Restaurants awards. (Source: The Guardian)

Sports

• FC Barcelona has announced plans to build a new stadium, which will have a capacity of over 60,000 seats and feature a retractable roof. (Source: Marca)
• The city will host the 2023 European Athletics Indoor Championships, which will take place at the Palau Sant Jordi stadium. (Source: European Athletics)

Infrastructure

• The city is investing €100 million in a new metro line, which will connect the airport to the city center. (Source: El Periódico de Catalunya)
• The city's port is undergoing a major renovation, which will increase its capacity and make it more sustainable. (Source: La Vanguardia)

Crime

• The city has seen a rise in pickpocketing and theft, particularly in tourist areas. Visitors are advised to take extra precautions to protect their belongings. (Source: The Local)
• The police have launched a new initiative to combat drug trafficking in the city, which has seen a surge in recent years. (Source: El País)