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Amy Winehouse found dead at her flat in Camden Town London
Singer amy Winehouse has been found dead at her london flat in Camden town at the age of 27. She joins a long list of pop and rock stars who all died at this young age including Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and Kurt Cobain.
Spain To Axe Controversial 110km Per Hour Speed Limit
Spain has given up the ghost and is set to axe the current 110km per hour speed limit introduced on motorways earlier this year which was originally introduced to cut fuel consumption although many Spaniards thought the plan was a ruse to raise money through speeding fines.
Muggings in Barcelona can be reported at your hotel
Any tourist who happens to be mugged in Barcelona can now report it from the comfort of their hotel without the hassle of going to see the Mossos at the local Police station.
Catalan independence and the rest of Spain
Catalan independence has been an issue for some years now and it’s an issue that is raised and fought over by Catalans and Spanish alike. Is Spain heading for another civil war because of it and why can’t Spain seem to get along with all regions united are two questions posed.
Spanish angry at E.coli cucumber claims
Germany is feeling the wrath of Spain’s agriculture minister after German authorities initially pointed to organic cucumbers from Spain as being the source of the E.coli outbreak that has killed 16 people.
Primavera Sound 2011 Live Broadcast
Check out the Primavera Sound 2011 Live Broadcast right here on Life in Catalonia. You can catch some of the most up to date and innovative bands around. Will you miss this opportunity to catch some Primavera Sound?
Primavera Sound 2011 Barcelona
Get your dancing shoes on because next week is the start of the long awaited Primavera Sound 2011 Barcelona festival.With bands coming from all over the place to share their Trance, Hip-Hop, Dance and other styles, we are in for a treat.
May 21st Doomsday
May 21st Doomsday is nearly upon us or so they say. there have been a lot of funny stories around the world especially the new Yorker who spent 140,000 dollars proclaiming the end is nigh.
Earthquake in Lorca Rocks Murcia in Southern Spain
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake rocked the town of Lorca in Murcia, southern Spain yesterday at around 17:05. 8 people are dead and around 160 hurt with thousands disorientated.
Phillipa Middleton Steals the Show
Phillipa Middleton stole the show at the Royal Wedding last Friday watched by hundreds of thousands of open mouthed spectators. Kate’s sister has been confirmed as a hottie and now the world wants to know more.
British Punk Rocker Poly Styrene Dies
British punk rocker Poly Styrene has died at the age of 53 after a battle with cancer. She formed the band X-Ray Spex in 1976 after watching the Sex Pistols perform and went on to become the queen of Punk Rock.
Hotel Catalonia – Your place to stay in Barcelona
If you’re thinking of a short stay in the city of Barcelona then Hotel Catalonia might be just what you are looking for. It’s located in the gothic quarter in the centre of town and is ideal for families and couples alike.
