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Catalans vote in an election that offers a new chance to exiled separatist leader

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Catalans vote in an election that offers a new chance to exiled separatist leader

Catalans are voting in a regional election between an exiled separatist politician, Carles Puigdemont, and the Socialist Party led by Salvador Illa. Puigdemont, who fled Spain after a failed independence bid in 2017, is vowing to resurrect the bid if elected. Opinion polls predict a lead for the Socialists, with the possibility of forming a coalition government due to the likelihood of no party reaching a majority. If no agreement is reached by August, a repeat election would take place in October.

‘, Tsitsidosa’ era ends as Badosa announces split with Tsitsipas

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‘, Tsitsidosa’ era ends as Badosa announces split with Tsitsipas

Fact: Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas have ended their romantic relationship after nearly a year together.

Bellingham hits late winner as Real beat Barca

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Bellingham hits late winner as Real beat Barca

Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 3-2 with Jude Bellingham scoring the winning goal in added time.

Solving the affordable housing crisis in Cyprus

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Solving the affordable housing crisis in Cyprus

Fact: The European Investment Bank (EIB) has identified land use regulation as the most important determinant of housing supply with an adverse effect on housing affordability.

No rush to win league title for quadruple-chasing PSG, says Luis Enrique

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No rush to win league title for quadruple-chasing PSG, says Luis Enrique

Paris St Germain, led by manager Luis Enrique, are not in a rush to secure the Ligue 1 title as they are also focused on the Champions League semi-final and Coupe de France final. PSG currently have a 10-point lead in Ligue 1 and are close to securing their 12th league title.

Spanish hospital enlists therapy dogs to boost ICU patients’ morale [PHOTOS]

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Spanish hospital enlists therapy dogs to boost ICU patients’ morale [PHOTOS]

Joel Bueno was overjoyed when therapy dogs Vida and Lu visited him in the intensive care unit, where he was being treated for a blood clot. The Hospital del Mar in Barcelona, in partnership with the Affinity Foundation, launched a trial to improve the emotional well-being of ICU patients through pet therapy. Patients receive two 15 to 20-minute visits each week from the dogs. The project will analyze saliva samples to see if stress indicators decrease and well-being indicators increase. Staff members in the emergency ward also benefit from the presence of the therapy dogs. Bueno believes in the benefits of the trial and says just the news of the dogs visiting boosted his morale.

Nadal, ’s Barcelona return ended by De Minaur

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Nadal, ’s Barcelona return ended by De Minaur

Rafa Nadal’s hopes of winning the Barcelona Open for a 13th time were dashed by Australian fourth seed Alex de Minaur in the second round. Nadal was playing his first tournament since January and was defeated 7-5, 6-1 by De Minaur.

Barca destroyed themselves in defeat to PSG, says Gundogan

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Barca destroyed themselves in defeat to PSG, says Gundogan

Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan said his side had no-one to blame but themselves after squandering a two-goal advantage and losing 4-1 to Paris St Germain in the Champions League.

Mbappe scores twice as PSG beat 10-man Barca, Dortmund down Atletico Madrid in thriller

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Mbappe scores twice as PSG beat 10-man Barca, Dortmund down Atletico Madrid in thriller

Paris St Germain and Borussia Dortmund won the first two Champions League quarter-finals, defeating Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. They will now face each other in the semi-finals at the end of the month.