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Alicante’s Ukrainian residents go to the streets to protect the peace

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The third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is tomorrow, Monday, February 24.
In honour of the war’s victims and in support of peace, the Association of Friends of Ukraine in Alicante staged a protest today.

Around 500 people took part in the protest, which began at midday at Alicante’s Plaza de los Luceros and finished at the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. The march was led by a banner that said, “The victory of Ukraine is the victory of the world.”

The participants shouted “Long live Ukraine” and “Putin, war criminal” while holding a 100-meter-long Ukrainian flag.

According to Ana Shkalenko, president of the Friends of Ukraine Association in Alicante, the day is about being “united” as Ukrainians and Europeans to demonstrate to the “enemies” that “we are all together.” “We are going out for peace and victory for Ukraine,” she continues.

People are still “very exhausted” three years later, he explains, since they want “peace” and “to go back to their homes.” Ukrainians are currently concerned about the Trump-Putin conversations. “If we negotiate badly, war will return because Putin gains strength and gains more territory,” claims Shkalenko.

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Approximately 40,000 Ukrainians, currently the third most significant nationality, reside in the province of Alicante. “They are doing very well” here, according to Shkalenko, who also acknowledges the warmth and friendliness of the people of Alicante.

He clarifies that people with work permits are pursuing a career, while youngsters are enrolled in school and have acclimated to the language. But many people wish to go back to Ukraine, he remembers.

The protest march was not attended by any representatives of the Provincial Council or the City Council of Alicante. But among them were the historic leader Ángel Franco, the PSOE deputy in Les Corts, Yaissel Sánchez, and Lola Vílchez, a former socialist politician in the Alicante City Council.

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Pet Shop Boys to appear at Low Festival Benidorm

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Pet Shop Boys are a very special addition as Low Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary in style. The lineup for this special edition, which will take place in Benidorm from July 25th to 27th, includes one of the greatest references to British synth pop.

With timeless hits like “West End Girls,” “It’s a Sin,” and “Always on My Mind,” the legendary British band, which was founded by Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe, has influenced generations. The Mahou Cinco Estrellas will now perform at the Low Festival with their distinctive staging and their most recent album, “Nevertheless,” which was released in 2024 and continues to showcase their ability to reinvent themselves and adapt to modern times without losing their essence, thanks to Vibra Mahou, the music platform that continues to promote five-star experiences around the best live music.

Pet Shop Boys’ entrance adds to an already opulent lineup that already features artists like Carolina Durante, Bomba Estéreo, Viva Suecia, and Empire of Sound. This edition is expected to be historic, offering participants a one-of-a-kind musical experience in the energetic city of Benidorm.

For the 15th anniversary, a luxurious


The Guinness Book of Records lists Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe, popularly known as the Pet Shop Boys, as the most successful duo in British music history. They have 44 UK Top 30 singles since joining Parlophone Records in 1985, including four Number One hits and 22 Top 10 records. They have established themselves as one of the most influential bands in pop music with 15 studio albums, all of which have made it to the UK Top 10 and international charts.

They have achieved a significant milestone in the entertainment sector with their creative approach to live performances. The Pet Shop Boys have developed a distinctive pop musical theatre style by working with well-known designers and artists including Sam Taylor-Wood, Zaha Hadid, and Derek Jarman. Their performances have been hailed by critics for their ability to blend high art and pop music.

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Beginning in 2022, the Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live tour has been a huge success, garnering positive reviews for commemorating the band’s 40-year career. Pet Shop Boys’ performances at important international events, including as Glastonbury and Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park, demonstrate that their legacy endures and that they continue to set the bar for both music and art. Something that, from July 25th to 28th, we shall have the good fortune to experience in Benidorm.

An extremely limited edition


With Pet Shop Boys joining Empire of the Sun, Bomba Estéreo, The Kooks, Viva Suecia, Amaia, and Carolina Durante, among others, the lineup for the Low Festival is starting to take shape. names that are among the more than 65 performers who perform annually on the Guillermo Amor Sports City’s four stages.

The three most important summer days for all music enthusiasts are once again marked by the Benidorm festival on July 25th, 26th, and 27th.


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A man who defrauded his ex-partner of 8,700 euros arrested in Alicante

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According to a statement from Police Headquarters, a 57-year-old man in the town of Alicante was arrested by National Police officers on suspicion of opening an account in his ex-partner’s name on a popular online e-commerce platform and making 8,700 euros in purchases without paying for them.

After a woman complained that she had been duped by a reputable online e-commerce platform after receiving many letters demanding payment for multiple orders that totalled over 8,700 euros, the inquiry got underway.

The victim said that because she had not made any purchases or registered for an account on the platform, she was unable to identify these orders as her own.

Investigators were able to identify the suspected fraudster—a man the victim had previously had a romantic relationship with—after examining all of the victim’s submitted papers and gathering a number of pertinent pieces of information.

According to the same sources, the agents’ investigations revealed that the suspect, who is of Spanish descent, created an account using his ex-partner’s personal information, provided false bank information, and designated his own house as the delivery address for the shipments.

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All of the purchases would have been done by the same individual because the investigators were positive that the user and creator of the account on the popular platform was the subject of the inquiry. After being recognised, he was found and taken into custody on suspicion of fraud and document fabrication.


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Cheap OUIGO train tickets go on sale on Thursday

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The business is offering tickets starting at €9 on March 6 for a summer trip between Madrid, Valladolid, and the Levante peninsula’s Valencia, Alicante, and Murcia, with stops at Elche, Cuenca, Albacete, and Segovia in between.

Tickets prices for high-speed travel start at €9 and are available on the OUIGO website https://www.ouigo.com/es/ and app. March 3, 2025, Madrid. OUIGO, the operator of high-speed trains, is aware that some possibilities are too good to pass up.


For this reason, it is starting to sell tickets for travel between June 30 and September 14 on its routes between Madrid, Valladolid, and its destinations in the Levante at just €9 on March 6 at 12:00 p.m.

Since it’s never been so simple to travel swiftly, comfortably, and affordably, these business destinations will be closer than ever this summer, allowing you to plan ahead for those ideal vacations with friends, family, or alone. Children under three years old travel free of charge, provided they are accompanied by an adult. From a tapas tour in Alicante to a sunset on Valencia’s Malvarrosa beach, to the ancient beauty of Murcia or the wine of Valladolid. OUIGO offers visitors three unique experiences this summer: the heritage of Castilian cities like Segovia, the Mediterranean spirit of the Levantine coast, and the customs of Albacete, Elche, and Cuenca.

The problem is that you can plan the trip today, so why wait until tomorrow? Nearer than before: High-speed connections between Madrid, Valladolid, Valencia, Alicante, and Murcia There will be 20 daily connections available to travellers, ensuring comfort and flexibility. Four trips will depart at 7:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:15 p.m., and 5:15 p.m. in each way between Madrid and Valencia, and at 7:27 a.m., 10:27 a.m., 5:28 p.m., and 8:27 p.m. in the other route. The train will leave Alicante at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm, and passengers will have two trips between Madrid and Alicante, with a stop in Albacete, at 10:15 am and 8:15 pm. There will also be two additional routes between Madrid and Murcia that stop at Albacete and Elche. These routes will depart at 8:15 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. and return at 12:39 p.m. and 8:39 p.m. Lastly, a round-trip service has been added to the Valladolid-Valencia routes, which depart at 8:00 p.m. and return at 2:51 p.m. with stops in Cuenca, Madrid, and Segovia; the Valladolid-Alicante routes, which depart at 1:00 p.m. and return at 7:53 a.m., with stops in Segovia, Madrid, Cuenca, and Albacete.

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