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¡Vamos, España! Spain face off against Argentina in the World Cup finalEngland's World Cup dream ends in heartbreak, setting up a Spain v Argentina final Spain now knows exactly who stands between them and World Cup glory after Argentina booked their place in Sunday's final in New York with one of the great comeback.. 17/07/2026
New 205-space car park planned beside Orihuela Costa beachThe new car park beside La Glea beach in Dehesa de Campoamor aims to ease summer parking headaches and reduce congestion Finding a parking space near some of Orihuela Costa's most popular beaches can feel like a challenge at the best of times.. 17/07/2026
The EU's digital identity wallet is coming. Here's what it means and who it affectsEuropean citizens will be able to store their ID card, driving licence and other key documents on their phone by 2027, but questions remain about whether the scheme will extend to non-EU residents For EU citizens, the prospect of crossing into another.. 17/07/2026
Passenger almost sucked from Ryanair jet after window shatters. Could it happen on a Spain flight?The terrifying Ryanair incident has left many holidaymakers wondering whether the same thing could happen on a flight to or from Spain Image: Artistic representation of the damage A passenger was nearly sucked from a Ryanair plane after.. 17/07/2026
Aguamarina micro-reserve in Orihuela Costa gets some much-needed TLCThe work around playa de La Glea in Campoamor aims to protect one of the coast's most valuable natural spaces Orihuela City Council has rolled up its sleeves for some maintenance work around the Aguamarina micro-reserve and playa de La Glea beach.. 16/07/2026
''Like a horror film'': Passengers describe terrifying turbulence on Ryanair flight from AlicanteSeveral people needed medical treatment after a Ryanair flight bound for Liverpool was hit by violent turbulence "We thought we were going to die." That's how passengers have described the terrifying few seconds when their Ryanair flight.. 16/07/2026
Still hot, but a hint of change: Alicante weather forecast July 16-19Heat warnings continue through Friday before temperatures ease slightly at the weekend, with the chance of inland thunderstorms on Sunday This week saw temperatures pushing 40°C across inland areas and heat alerts covering much of the province of.. 16/07/2026
Alicante Airport tops 10 million passengers after record-breaking JuneThe Costa Blanca gateway welcomed more than 2.1 million passengers in June alone, with UK travellers continuing to lead the way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has passed the 10 million passenger mark for the year after recording its.. 15/07/2026
Spain is through to the World Cup final - could it be a Spain-England final?Celebrations erupted across Spain as La Roja beat France 2-0 to book their place in Sunday's World Cup final, now attention turns to England's semi-final against Argentina Spain is through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after beating.. 15/07/2026
Exotic reptile spotted on the loose on Alicante riverbankPolice in Sax have launched a search operation after reports of a small caiman near the Vinalopó River If you're out for a stroll along the Vinalopó River in Sax over the next few days, keep your eyes peeled for something a little.. 15/07/2026
Three earthquakes hit the Costa Blanca in 24 hoursTremors were felt in Torrevieja, Elche and off the coast of Benidorm Three separate earthquakes have struck the province of Alicante within the space of 24 hours, all measuring below magnitude 2 on the Richter scale. The most recent hit.. 14/07/2026
Cirque du Soleil is back in Alicante and the big top is already upKurios: Cabinet of Curiosities runs from July 16 to August 23 at Playa de San Juan, with up to ten shows a week If you've ever watched a Cirque du Soleil show and wondered how on earth they put it all together, the answer involves a lot of coordination.. 14/07/2026
Spain launches a new crackdown on drink and drug driving this week, and the numbers behind it make sobering readingAlcohol was present in 28% of all traffic accidents in 2024, and deaths involving drunk drivers rose 9% in a single year The DGT has launched a new week-long campaign targeting alcohol and drug use behind the wheel, running from Monday until Sunday July.. 14/07/2026
First case of West Nile virus this year confirmed in AlicanteCosta Blanca health officials say most cases occur between July and September when mosquito activity peaks Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus Health officials in the Valencian Community have confirmed the first case of West Nile virus.. 14/07/2026
Yes, the Spanish Christmas Lottery is already on sale and yes, it really is only JulyWith 162 days to go until the December 22 draw, tickets are already flying and this year's adverts are already turning heads People always say Christmas comes earlier every year, and here in Spain they might actually have a point. It's only Monday.. 13/07/2026
Man arrested in Orihuela over links to Swedish criminal networks that use children as hired killersThe Policía Nacional acted on a European arrest warrant after an investigation into organised crime groups involved in arms trafficking and violent attacks A man has been arrested in Orihuela following a joint operation between the Policí.. 13/07/2026
Decomposing body discovered on patio of Luxury Torrevieja villaThe homeowner raised the alarm after finding a bloodied and partially decomposed body in La Veleta The Guardia Civil are investigating after a body showing signs of violence was found inside a property in the exclusive La Veleta residential area of.. 13/07/2026
Summer of 2026 in Spain set to be the most expensive on record for cooling your homeHouseholds across Spain are feeling the pinch as air conditioning use collides with record electricity prices Staying cool this summer is costing Spanish households more than ever before. Back to back heatwaves have pushed demand for air conditioning.. 13/07/2026
Spain's wildfires have already burned through more than 50,000 hectares this year, nearly 40% of the entire EU totalWith multiple blazes still active across Catalonia, Cádiz and Huelva, the scale of the crisis is growing by the day Spain is burning, and the numbers are stark. Wildfires have scorched 50,384 hectares across the country between January 1 and July.. 10/07/2026
New EU travel permit for Brits pushed back againThe €20 pre-travel authorisation for non-EU visitors is now unlikely to launch before 2027 For months, British travellers heading to Spain and other EU countries have been preparing for a series of new border controls. First came the Entry/Exit System.. 10/07/2026
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