City. The Mayor of Barcelona, Xavier Trias, has given his support to the promoters of Barcelona's bid to hold the congress.

Cold. The public is still advised not to travel in private vehicles but to use the public transport network, especially the metro.

Weather. The forecasts warn of a new drop in temperatures for the weekend. Winter has arrived!

Cold. The Emergencies Coordination Centre remains on the alert to deal with any incident that may occur in the city and, above all, to give assistance to anyone at risk during the cold spell we are still experiencing.

Municipal. Professor Estapé received recognition and several awards during his long career, including Barcelona City Council's Gold Medal for Scientific Merit.

Fashion. The first edition of the Little Barcelona children's fashion fair, with over 50 brands represented, takes place at FAD on 5 and 6 February.

Music. The group, who formed in Birmingham in the 1970s, are coming to Barcelona to perform Labour Of Love IV, their latest album, which sees them stay true to their roots and the essence of the Jamaican music that sets them apart.

Comedy. The actor has revamped his show to bring us Yes, we Spain... is different, where the newly elected prime minister has to fight to stop the country falling into the hands of the Germans.

Children. Botifarra, Cansalada and Fuet stand up to the wolf who has been terrorising Pig City in this children's show at the Teatre del Raval.

Dance. Sònia Gómez directs four performers in a reflection on the body and society, at the Mercat de les Flors.

Exhibitions. The Espai Avinyó reflects on migrations through photographs of people who have decided to cross a border at some point in their lives.

Music. The second edition of the Hurta Cordel BCN Festival is bringing the city musicians like the saxophonist Paulina Owczarek and the bassoonist Wiktor Krzak.