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Here are the latest news from Barcelona, Spain:
Top Stories
- FC Barcelona News: Barça has announced the signing of French midfielder Franck Kessié from AC Milan on a four-year deal. (Source: FC Barcelona official website)
- Catalan Independence: The Spanish government has approved a new law aimed at curbing the independence movement in Catalonia, which has been met with widespread protests and criticism. (Source: El País)
- Tourism: Barcelona has welcomed a record 11.7 million tourists in 2022, a 10% increase from the previous year, according to the city's tourism board. (Source: Barcelona Tourism Board)
Sports
- FC Barcelona: Barça has announced that it will play a friendly match against Juventus in August as part of its pre-season preparations. (Source: FC Barcelona official website)
- Rafinha Alcântara: The Brazilian midfielder has signed a two-year contract with Celta Vigo, ending his six-year spell with Barça. (Source: AS)
- Barça Women: The women's team has won the Copa de la Reina, defeating Atlético Madrid 2-1 in the final. (Source: FC Barcelona official website)
Politics
- Catalan Government: The Catalan government has announced plans to hold a referendum on independence from Spain, despite opposition from the Spanish government. (Source: El País)
- Spanish Government: The Spanish government has approved a new law aimed at curbing the independence movement in Catalonia, which has been met with widespread protests and criticism. (Source: El País)
- European Union: The European Union has announced plans to provide financial support to Catalonia to help it recover from the economic crisis. (Source: El País)
Culture
- La Sagrada Família: The iconic cathedral has been named one of the most visited attractions in the world, with over 4 million visitors per year. (Source: La Vanguardia)
- Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art: The museum has announced a new exhibition featuring works by Spanish artist Joan Miró. (Source: Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art)
- Festivals: The Barcelona Jazz Festival has announced its lineup for this year's event, featuring performances by international jazz musicians. (Source: Barcelona Jazz Festival)
These are just a few of the latest news stories from Barcelona. If you're looking for more information or specific news on a particular topic, feel free to ask!