Costa Blanca News
- Goodbye to Max, the homeless man who lived among books on the streets of Alicanteby Derek Appleton on February 11, 2026 at 16:00
The unoccupied bench on Doctor Gadea Avenue was tough to miss yesterday, Tuesday February 9th. Where cardboard boxes, tarpaulins, and an impressive collection of books had piled up for years, This […]
- Cirque du Soleil will remain in Alicante until 2028by Derek Appleton on February 11, 2026 at 15:00
The Alicante City Council confirmed yesterday, Tuesday February 9th, that Cirque du Soleil will continue in the city until 2028, after the local governing body approved the first extension of This […]
- Algerian man sent to prison for setting fire to a house he was evicted fromby Derek Appleton on February 11, 2026 at 14:00
Last week, a duty court in Alicante sentenced a 33-year-old Algerian man arrested by the National Police for lighting a fire in a residence when four people were inside. The This article, Algerian […]
- National Police dismantle a criminal group dedicated to burglaries in gambling halls in Orihuela and Murciaby Derek Appleton on February 11, 2026 at 13:00
The National Police have busted a criminal organisation that targeted gaming establishments. The group travelled throughout Murcia and the province of Alicante, with one of the thefts taking place at […]
- Health service will charge for consultations and operations related to traffic accidentsby Derek Appleton on February 11, 2026 at 12:00
The Valencian government has approved the continuation of two healthcare agreements for traffic accident victims for the years 2026-2029. It has specifically authorised the signing of a new […]
Latest Spanish News
- EDITION 1137 OF THE COSTA BLANCA LEADER NEWSPAPER 20 – 26 JULY 2026by Staff Reporter on July 19, 2026 at 16:00
The latest edition brings English-language news, sport and events from across the southern Costa Blanca and Mar Menor. More than 50 years after its last passenger train departed, calls to reconnect […]
- Torrevieja Police Step Up Traffic Checks in Road-Safety Crackdownby Staff Reporter on July 19, 2026 at 15:57
Torrevieja Local Police have intensified preventive traffic checks across the municipality, detecting several alleged offences involving alcohol, drugs and invalid driving licences. Officers […]
- Eight Cars Damaged in Suspected Guardamar Arson Attacksby Staff Reporter on July 19, 2026 at 15:55
The Civil Guard is investigating a series of suspected arson attacks in which eight parked cars were damaged by fire overnight in Guardamar del Segura. The first blaze was reported in Calle Doctor […]
Latest UK News
- Iran-US war latest: US announces ninth night of strikes after service member dies in controlled explosion in Iraqby Holly Bancroft and Josh Marcus on July 20, 2026 at 01:34
Iran’s supreme leader warns US will receive ‘unforgettable lessons’ if it keeps attacking country
- US targets Iran in ninth night of strikes in wake of US troop deaths – Middle East crisis liveby Adam Fulton on July 20, 2026 at 01:23
Preliminary deal aimed at ending the war has collapsed as US and Iran fight to break deadlock over strait of HormuzUS says another service member killed as Israel warns Tehran’s attacks coming […]
- Leandro Paredes sent off after final whistle as Argentina’s World Cup ends with punches and in disgraceby Jamie Braidwood on July 20, 2026 at 01:15
Paredes was involved in an ugly clash with Spain’s Eric Garcia and Gavi following the full-time whistle
Latest European News
- German Chancellor Merz hints at possible cabinet reshuffle after top CDU figure resignson July 19, 2026 at 19:11
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has hinted he could reshuffle his government after Jens Spahn resigned as parliamentary leader, adding to pressure on the ruling conservatives ahead of key regional elections.
- Thousands of Italian military and police personnel march in Rome over pay and pensionson July 19, 2026 at 13:05
Thousands of members of the security and defence forces demonstrated on Saturday, urging the government to tackle the economic crisis and guarantee greater protection for workers engaged in defending the State.
Latest World News
- Watch: Spain fans erupt in celebration after World Cup final victoryon July 19, 2026 at 23:07
Fans in Madrid and Barcelona celebrated long into the night after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title.
- Trump and Sánchez meet at World Cup final after nearly two years of diplomatic tensionson July 19, 2026 at 19:23
For nearly two years, the leaders of Spain and the United States have clashed over issues ranging from defence spending to US policy in the Middle East.
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