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The crash happened in Gelida, a town on the outskirts of Barcelona, as emergency crews rushed to the scene. Firefighters confirmed that no passengers were trapped, but the chaotic aftermath left the community reeling.

Second Rail Tragedy as Commuter Train Crashes into Collapsed Wall Near Barcelona

Staff Reporter - 21/01/2026

According to Italian investigators, the fugitive fled Italy after being placed on the wanted list, eventually settling in Spain under a false identity. He established himself in Alicante, where he lived quietly with close family members while attempting to avoid detection.

From Mafia Clan to Alicante Calm: Fugitive’s Quiet Life Ends in Barcelona Arrest

Given the mounting evidence of potential terrorist activity, and in order to neutralize what was considered a credible threat of violence, authorities moved to detain him on August 13.

Man Arrested in Martorell Over Suspected Links to Jihadist Terrorism

Officials say the move aims to reduce noise, improve public health, and maintain order in the streets.

Organised Pub Crawls Banned in Barcelona

A British brother and sister, aged 11 and 13, have died after drowning off the coast of Salou in north-eastern Spain, local authorities have confirmed.

Tragedy in Spain: British Siblings, Aged 11 and 13, Drown Off Salou Beach

The forest fire in Paüls (Tarragona) has already affected an area of approximately 1500 hectares, 80% of which is within the Els Ports Natural Park

IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE – Smoke Detected in Torrevieja and surrounds

Staff Reporter - 08/07/2025 0

A joint operation involving the Civil Guard, National Police, and Mossos d’Esquadra has dismantled a major criminal organization based in Barcelona that defrauded hundreds of people across Spain.

Barcelona Call Centers Dismantled After Defrauding Over €10 Million

Staff Reporter - 02/07/2025 0

As a result of the operation, a total of five Spanish nationals were arrested in Alcañiz and Valdealgorfa

26 kg of Cocaine Intercepted Hidden Inside Saddles

Staff Reporter - 30/03/2025 0

The arrests took place in Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona), Fuenlabrada, Tres Cantos (Madrid), and Germany.

Hitman Caught in Barcelona After Two Years on the Run

Staff Reporter - 16/03/2025 0

Espanyol has accused Barcelona defender Mapi León of "violating the privacy" of Daniela Caracas during a Liga Feminine derby match on Sunday.

Barcelona’s Mapi León Accused of Privacy Violation in Derby Clash

Staff Reporter - 11/02/2025 0

Barcelona Battles Drought Amid Intense Flooding Challenges

Staff Reporter - 17/01/2025 0

Barcelona make history as they thump Real Madrid in El Clasico Spanish Super Cup

FC Barcelona make history as they thump Real Madrid in El...

Staff Reporter - 13/01/2025 0

Real Madrid to meet Barcelona in Saudi Arabia in Supercup Final

Real Madrid to meet FC Barcelona in Spanish Supercup Final in...

Staff Reporter - 11/01/2025 0

Mestalla Stadium Valencia CF

Top 5 Most Successful Football Clubs in Spain

Staff Reporter - 09/01/2025 0

Athletic Bilbao Club 0-2 FC Barcelona: Half Way There

Athletic Bilbao Club 0-2 FC Barcelona: Half Way There to Spanish...

Staff Reporter - 09/01/2025 0

FC Barcelona Registers Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor: Financial Challenges Overcome

FC Barcelona Registers Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor: Financial Challenges Overcome

Staff Reporter - 09/01/2025 0

Spain Sees Record Number of Foreign Tourists in 2024, Spending a Staggering 118 Billion Euros in 11 Months

Spain Sees Record Number of Foreign Tourists in 2024, Spending a...

Staff Reporter - 07/01/2025 0

The End of Spain’s Golden Visa: A New Era for Property Investment

The End of Spain’s Golden Visa: A New Era for Property...

Property in Spain - 07/01/2025 0

Three Kings Parade in Barcelona - Image: Ayuntamiento Barcelona

Three Kings Parade in Barcelona: times, routes and where to see...

Staff Reporter - 05/01/2025 0

FC Barcelona dominates UD Barbastro with 4-0 victory in Soain's Copa del Rey - Credit: Barcelona Blaugranes

FC Barcelona dominates UD Barbastro with 4-0 victory in Spain’s Copa...

Staff Reporter - 04/01/2025 0

Irish teenager arrested in Spain on suspicion of rape

Staff Reporter - 11/09/2024 0

Amsterdam to Barcelona night train delayed by a year

Staff Reporter - 11/09/2024 0

Local Holidays – Week Commencing Monday 19 August 2024

Mark Nolan - 18/08/2024 0

A Flavorful Journey Through Alcohol-Free Brews

The Rise of 0% Spanish Beers: A Flavorful Journey Through Alcohol-Free...

Bill Oates - 23/07/2024 0

Easyjet

Fly to Naples this Winter

Mark Nolan - 13/06/2024 0

Benidorm in Spring

22 Percent Increase in Tourists So Far

Mark Nolan - 04/06/2024 0

Valencia Water to be Shipped to Catalonia

Mark Nolan - 06/02/2024 0

Ryanair Reopening Alicante Barcelona Link

Mark Nolan - 15/01/2024 0

Alicante City

British Nomad Workers Prefer Alicante Over Malaga

Mark Nolan - 09/01/2024 0

January Sales in the Capital by Train

Mark Nolan - 28/12/2023 0

Barcelona's Beacon of Artistic Devotion

A Sojourn to Sagrada Familia: Barcelona’s Beacon of Artistic Devotion

Bill Oates - 07/11/2023 0

Barcelona Districts Map - Navigating the Vibrant Heart of Catalonia

Barcelona Districts Map – Navigating the Vibrant Heart of Catalonia

Staff Reporter - 16/10/2023 0

Three Companies Win Airport Ground Handling Contract

Mark Nolan - 27/09/2023 0

Barcelona Riot Policeman denounces demonstrator’s non-consensual kiss.

Barcelona Riot Policeman denounces demonstrator’s non-consensual kiss.

Kevin Reardon - 12/09/2023 0

Woman with no qualifications works as a doctor in Barcelona A&E

Staff Reporter - 23/07/2023 0

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