Barcelona now news
Here are some of the latest news and updates from Barcelona, Spain:
Breaking News
- FC Barcelona's new stadium: The club has announced plans to build a new stadium, which will be called the "Estadi de la Nova Creu Alta". The new stadium will have a capacity of 60,000 seats and is expected to be completed by 2025. [Source: FC Barcelona official website]
- Barcelona's new mayor: Ada Colau, the current mayor of Barcelona, has announced that she will not seek re-election in the upcoming municipal elections. [Source: El País]
Sports News
- FC Barcelona's La Liga title: FC Barcelona has won the La Liga title for the 26th time in their history, after defeating Atlético Madrid 2-1 in the final match of the season. [Source: Marca]
- Barcelona's Champions League exit: FC Barcelona has been eliminated from the Champions League after losing 3-0 to Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals. [Source: AS]
Politics and Economy
- Catalan independence: The Spanish government has announced plans to hold a referendum on Catalan independence, which is expected to take place in September. [Source: El País]
- Barcelona's economy: The city's economy has grown by 3.5% in the first quarter of the year, driven by a strong tourism sector and a rebound in the construction industry. [Source: El Periódico]
Culture and Entertainment
- Barcelona's beaches: The city's beaches have been awarded the "Blue Flag" certification, which recognizes their high water quality and cleanliness. [Source: Barcelona City Council]
- Barcelona's museums: The city's museums have seen a significant increase in visitors, with over 2 million people visiting the museums in the first half of the year. [Source: El Periódico]
Other News
- Barcelona's public transportation: The city's public transportation system has been expanded, with new bus and metro lines opening in recent weeks. [Source: TMB]
- Barcelona's parks: The city's parks have been renovated, with new playgrounds and recreational areas opening in recent months. [Source: Barcelona City Council]