Barcelona latest news today 2019
Here are some of the latest news from Barcelona, Spain as of 2019:
Politics
- The Catalan government has announced plans to hold a new independence referendum, despite opposition from the Spanish government. (Source: BBC News)
- The Spanish government has imposed direct rule on Catalonia, dissolving the regional parliament and sacking the government. (Source: The Guardian)
Sports
- FC Barcelona has won the La Liga title for the 26th time, finishing 11 points ahead of second-placed Atlético Madrid. (Source: ESPN)
- Lionel Messi has signed a new contract with FC Barcelona, committing to the club until 2024. (Source: Sky Sports)
- The 2019 Copa del Rey final was won by Valencia CF, who defeated FC Barcelona 2-1 in the final. (Source: AS English)
Economy
- The Port of Barcelona has announced plans to invest €1.5 billion in new infrastructure and facilities over the next five years. (Source: The Loadstar)
- The city's tourism industry has seen a record number of visitors in 2019, with over 12 million tourists visiting the city. (Source: Barcelona Tourism Board)
Culture
- The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) has reopened after a major renovation, featuring a new building and expanded exhibition space. (Source: The Art Newspaper)
- The city's famous La Boqueria market has been named one of the world's best food markets by the World Food Travel Association. (Source: The Local)
Other News
- A major fire has broken out in the city's historic Gothic Quarter, with several buildings damaged and several people injured. (Source: El País)
- The city has launched a new bike-sharing scheme, with 1,000 bikes available for rent across the city. (Source: Barcelona City Council)
These are just a few of the latest news stories from Barcelona, Spain as of 2019. If you're looking for more information or specific news on a particular topic, feel free to ask!