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Shakira Opens the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca — but a "Body Double" Theory Takes Over Social Media

Shakira Opens the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca — but a "Body Double" Theory Takes Over Social Media

The Colombian star performed "Dai Dai" with Burna Boy at the Mexico City opening, her fourth World Cup appearance. Within minutes, X users were asking whether it was really her on the pitch

First Designs for Valencia's 2027 Fallas Unveiled — a 20-Metre Nino Bravo to Crown the City

First Designs for Valencia's 2027 Fallas Unveiled — a 20-Metre Nino Bravo to Crown the City

The main municipal falla on the Plaza del Ayuntamiento will feature a monumental figure of the Valencian singer under the slogan "Vuelvo a mi tierra," built entirely from eco-friendly material

The Complete Guide to Valencia's Oceanogràfic: Tickets, Shows, Food, and Prices

The Complete Guide to Valencia's Oceanogràfic: Tickets, Shows, Food, and Prices

Europe's largest aquarium holds 35,000 animals across 780 species — sharks, belugas, penguins, and the continent's longest underwater tunnel. La Cotorra breaks down what to buy, see, and how much it all costs

Metrovalencia to Close Four Stations from 25 June to 30 August for Tunnel Works

Metrovalencia to Close Four Stations from 25 June to 30 August for Tunnel Works

Lines 5 and 7 will terminate at Alameda while the Aragón, Amistat, Ayora, and Marítim stations shut for a €10 million refurbishment of the Alameda–Marítim tunnel. Trams and EMT buses offer alternatives

Spanish Property Market Skyrockets: Housing Prices Rising Twice as Fast as the EU Average

Spanish Property Market Skyrockets: Housing Prices Rising Twice as Fast as the EU Average

New Eurostat data reveals that Spain’s property prices surged by 12.9% in late 2025, marking the highest growth rate since 2007 and placing the country among the top four in the EU

Catch the Moment! Renowned Photographer Christian Vieler to Host Free Dog Photoshoots in Barcelona

Catch the Moment! Renowned Photographer Christian Vieler to Host Free Dog Photoshoots in Barcelona

From 16 to 18 April, the creator of the viral "Treat!" series will capture the hilarious expressions of your pets at the Diagonal Mar shopping centre

Cuina Oberta 2026: Michelin Stars and Affordable Menus Return to Valencia

Cuina Oberta 2026: Michelin Stars and Affordable Menus Return to Valencia

From 9 to 19 April, 70 of the city's finest restaurants will open their doors with exclusive tasting menus, fermentation workshops, and orchard tours

Historic Move: Spanish Government Approves Plan to Enshrine Abortion Rights in the Constitution

Historic Move: Spanish Government Approves Plan to Enshrine Abortion Rights in the Constitution

Minister for Equality Ana Redondo pushes for constitutional protection to end regional inequalities and counter "threats from the far-right," following the footsteps of France

Nation-Wide Strike: Glovo Couriers to Halt Deliveries Across Spain from 24 to 26 April

Nation-Wide Strike: Glovo Couriers to Halt Deliveries Across Spain from 24 to 26 April

Following a breakdown in negotiations, the CCOO union calls for mass industrial action against job cuts

The World of Valencias: From Tomatoes and Sofas to Ghost Ships and Australian Guitars

The World of Valencias: From Tomatoes and Sofas to Ghost Ships and Australian Guitars

You might live in the Spanish city, but did you know there are five Valencias in the Philippines, a "safety" hotel in Odesa, and a record-breaking orange in Florida?

Island Driving Bans: Spain Imposes Massive Fines to Curb Summer Traffic Overload

Island Driving Bans: Spain Imposes Massive Fines to Curb Summer Traffic Overload

From Formentera to Ibiza, motorists face fines of up to €30,000 for entering protected territories without a digital permit as authorities ramp up ecological enforcement

Dalí’s Hidden Masterpieces: Madrid’s Gaviria Palace Reopens with Exclusive Sculpture Exhibition

Dalí’s Hidden Masterpieces: Madrid’s Gaviria Palace Reopens with Exclusive Sculpture Exhibition

After a major restoration, the historic palace near Puerta del Sol returns to the cultural map with "Dalí’s Infinity," featuring rare works from private collections

TastArròs Festival 2026: Valencia Celebrates Rice Days in the City’s Main Square

TastArròs Festival 2026: Valencia Celebrates Rice Days in the City’s Main Square

On 25 and 26 April, Plaza del Ayuntamiento will transform into a giant open-air kitchen where top chefs will showcase dozens of variations of the legendary Valencian paella

A Report Highlights Persistent Barriers to Healthcare in Spain Despite Recent Reforms

A Report Highlights Persistent Barriers to Healthcare in Spain Despite Recent Reforms

NGO "Doctors of the World" documents over 34,000 instances of medical exclusion in 2025, pointing to registration hurdles and information gaps for vulnerable populations

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