Criteria buys a 5% stake in Veolia, gaining a board seat. Meanwhile, La Caixa returns to Catalonia, with the government hoping for a ripple effect and further economic normalization. Read more...

Political tensions rise as leaders clash over NGO funding, debt forgiveness, and tourist and property taxes in Slovakia, Spain, and Catalonia. Key players include Šimečka, Fico, and Illa. Read more...

Catalonia's justice system faces severe delays and increasing crime, prompting government action. A bodyguard for Salvador Illa is accused of theft, while a suspected jihadist is detained in Ecuador. Read more...

The leader of the PP in Catalonia, drawing inspiration from Milei, urges Illa to drastically reduce the size of the Generalitat. Meanwhile, a power struggle emerges between Oughourlian and Moncloa. Read more...

CriteriaCaixa acquires a stake in Veolia, marking a return to Agbar, while also relocating its headquarters back to Barcelona, signaling confidence in the region's stability. Read more...

Spain navigates complex political deals and emergency responses while expressing strong support for Ukraine's defense and welcoming new leadership in the Generalitat. Read more...

Catalonia is set to double its tourist tax, allocating 25% of the increased revenue to housing initiatives. This comes amid significant financial agreements and political maneuvering within the region. Read more...

Javier Milei's policies and rhetoric are sparking reactions globally, from appointing Supreme Court judges by decree in Argentina to inspiring calls for austerity in Catalonia. Read more...

Barcelona council rejects awarding the Gold Medal to actress Loles León due to political disagreements over linguistic normalization. Plus, a bodyguard for Salvador Illa faces theft charges. Read more...