The Ordino residential development by Jean Nouvel triumphed in all three NY Architecture Awards categories entered, earning golds for sustainability and urban design plus silver for luxury, despite recent fire damage.
Residents plan a demonstration against signing Andorra's EU association agreement without a prior public referendum. Backed by union and opposition, they seek full disclosure on impacts to sovereignty, services, and economy before Brussels ceremony.
Social Democratic group (GPS) in Andorra has proposed fully rejecting the 2027 budget from the DA government. They argue it ignores social and economic challenges, prioritises status quo over reforms, and fails to direct funds toward citizen needs like housing and healthcare.
Socialdemòcrata party in Massana demands full stop to controversial high-altitude viewpoint amid ecological worries and widespread protests. Over 4,300 have signed a petition against construction in the pristine peak area.
The opposition group seeks to amend the 2027 budget using telecom profits to fund security upgrades, support for families of seriously ill children, and initial construction of elderly sheltered housing without raising the deficit.
A survey of 816 Andorran youth aged 15-35 reveals financial strain from housing and essentials, impeding independence. Workplace issues like low pay demands and discrimination further impact wellbeing.
The ceremony at Casa de la Vall symbolizes the parishes' recovery of access to the early 18th-century communal archive, once holding over 5,500 documents now preserved nationally. Replicas replace lost originals from recent renovations.
The Ordino residential development by Jean Nouvel triumphed in all three NY Architecture Awards categories entered, earning golds for sustainability and urban design plus silver for luxury, despite recent fire damage.
Residents plan a demonstration against signing Andorra's EU association agreement without a prior public referendum. Backed by union and opposition, they seek full disclosure on impacts to sovereignty, services, and economy before Brussels ceremony.
A survey of 816 Andorran youth aged 15-35 reveals financial strain from housing and essentials, impeding independence. Workplace issues like low pay demands and discrimination further impact wellbeing.
A retired doctor faces charges of professional negligence for failing to image an 81-year-old resident after multiple falls at Salita care home, leading to severe undiagnosed rib fractures and prolonged hospitalization. Expert opinions divide on standard care.
Social Democratic group (GPS) in Andorra has proposed fully rejecting the 2027 budget from the DA government. They argue it ignores social and economic challenges, prioritises status quo over reforms, and fails to direct funds toward citizen needs like housing and healthcare.
The opposition group seeks to amend the 2027 budget using telecom profits to fund security upgrades, support for families of seriously ill children, and initial construction of elderly sheltered housing without raising the deficit.
Andorra's Superior Court of Justice nullified lower court orders for businessman Josep Maria Loan Fité to repay €5.74 million, citing serious procedural irregularities that prevented his defense from challenging creditor Pleyade 21's standing. Proceedings return to earlier stage.
Andorra's pension reserve fund recorded a 3.6% year-to-date return through September, reaching €2.057 million despite a €15 million monthly decline. Long-term growth outperforms inflation, staying above €2 billion.
Andorra Digital makes its inaugural showing at the fair, featuring interactive zones to educate residents on cybersecurity, AI use, and digital services. Staff provide direct assistance for administrative tasks and mobile wallets to foster practical tech adoption.
Andorra secures a new electricity model with EDF starting 2029, featuring risk safeguards and expanded hydro projects to enhance sovereignty and cut import dependence during peaks. Collaboration tackles market shifts with technical expertise.
Andorran officials have prepared legislation to overhaul the payment system for mútues elèctriques, ensuring fairer revenue sharing based on actual costs for distribution, transport, and operations while shielding operators from tariff fluctuations.
Andorra bolsters its prison service with imminent hires and a major facility expansion to tackle staffing shortages and space issues. Officials emphasize rehabilitation and mental health support amid retirements.
Representatives from Andorra's Women's Association urged OSCE gender envoy Hedy Fry to push reforms on abortion access, housing support, pay transparency, childcare expansion, and violence protocols during the OSCE-PA Autumn Session.
The acquisition will enable dedicated mental health areas and reintegration zones, part of wider reforms including staff recruitment, permanent roles, and enhanced training with the University of Andorra.
Opposition party Andorra Endavant condemns the parliamentary majority's refusal of a comprehensive invitation from China for a Consell General delegation, viewing it as a shortsighted error that misses key opportunities in economic, technological, and healthcare partnerships.
Andorra la Vella's Department of Equality Policies opened a week-long participatory exhibit in a shopping centre lobby. Visitors use UV lights to uncover facts on trafficking, including digital recruitment risks, and learn prevention tools amid rising online threats.
of Andorra's Portuguese community during the celebratory trip to Santa Catarina.
The event blends expert discussions on industry innovations with hands-on public activities in perfumery, cosmetics, and wellness across the parish's commercial hub. Keynotes feature AI in commerce and brand building.
Ordino hosts the 34th edition with cross-border eateries, artisanal torró highlights, and interactive GastroLab sessions for all ages. Reservations advised as capacity is limited to 380.
Young Andorran artists from Les Somatents transformed a public square into a symbolic unstable home, enduring a full day in character to critique barriers to housing access and call for it as a universal right, not luck.
La Massana hosts the sixth Contradans festival, gathering every Andorran dance group for the first time with global performers. It mixes rooted dances, modern choreography, and DJ sets amid a bustling artisan market drawing crowds despite cool weather.
The Andorran Ski Federation awarded Michel Vion and Janez Flere at its annual gala for advancing skiing in Andorra through international collaborations, athlete training abroad, and hosting elite events.
The deal marks Netflix's deepest venture into live football, covering the centenary edition with comprehensive programming. Free-to-air options apply in Spain, but details for Andorra remain pending.
The 32-year-old driver mathematically claimed the crown in the series' fifth round, fending off rivals amid challenges. His team now eyes a strong finale at Jarama.
World Skate Games in Paraguay, earning 26.80 points in the short programme.
The former Barcelona star enrolled in the intensive 580-hour program at Estadi Nacional, alongside ex-teammates and locals, to gain UEFA A coaching license for youth and high-performance roles.
Frustrated locals in Castellciutat will disrupt the N-260 on October 25 unless authorities commit to building a long-promised pedestrian crossing, stalled by landowner issues despite council approval two years ago.
Andorra's transport secretary David Forné justified selecting Chalair Aviation for Andorra-la Seu Airport flights, citing the rival Andorra Connected's inferior economic terms, slower response times, and flawed business plan amid public scrutiny.
Major routes face severe backups from early morning as thousands of vehicles head south following Spain's extended October holiday. Northern and central areas report crawling traffic amid the annual return exodus.
Authorities introduced one-way alternating traffic after a sand lorry flipped on the C-14 near Ponts, disrupting a key route to Andorra and causing queues for motorists.
Major works on France's RN20 road linking Andorra could shut it for several weeks in autumn 2027. Leaders from Andorra and Occitanie aim to explore partial openings and schedule during low season to reduce disruption after a prior landslide.
Andorra's new crisis services show early success, with hotline 177 fielding 170 calls and stopping five suicides since launch. Youth chat logs hundreds of conversations amid ongoing mental health plan reviews.
Andorra's health ministry unveiled an online observatory centralizing data on mental health, addictions, and related impacts to inform policies. It reveals sharp increases in treatment demand and evolving trends like youth vaping.
An 81-year-old patient endured repeated falls at Salita care home in Escaldes-Engordany under a retired doctor's oversight, resulting in severe rib injuries from negligence. Trial reveals staffing shortages and protocol failures eight years later.
Fraudulent texts mimic official CASS alerts to steal data from residents. The fund emphasizes vigilance, as it does not use SMS for such requests, and is collaborating with police to combat the threat.
Andorra advances its transplant program with tissue donations starting late this year, ahead of schedule, while organ donations are planned for 2027 amid ongoing collaboration with Catalonia to overcome logistical barriers.
Improvements employ sustainable dry stone methods to reduce slipping risks and boost accessibility for hikers in the natural park.
Andorra's AR+I agency released an interactive game where players navigate natural hazards at school, fostering critical thinking, solidarity, and self-protection skills through gamification.
Residents panicked over visible flames and widespread smoke near Caldea, but officials clarified it as a pre-announced controlled vegetation burn in Hortalets del Ribot. Emergency services confirmed safety with no issues.
Encamp representatives are sharing Andorra's initiatives in sustainable mobility, green urban transformation, and cultural heritage at the UN Forum of Mayors. The event unites leaders to advance UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovative local models.
Officials released the first national electricity balance, praising policy-driven gains in photovoltaic output and renewable share amid import dependence.
Andorra's population reached 90,122 as of September 30, 2026, up 1.7% or 1,473 from last year, driven by parish gains and shifts in nationalities. Working-age group dominates at 73.3%.
Police arrested a 23-year-old man after he threw a bottle during a brawl outside a capital nightclub, injuring an uninvolved bystander. Separate detentions involved cocaine possession and high BAC levels in drivers.
Authorities in Andorra la Vella dismantled a drug distribution operation in a residential apartment on Wednesday evening, seizing cocaine and marijuana during the raid.
Andorran authorities are expanding secure smart lockers for student mobile phones to all three secondary schools from January, after a successful Encamp pilot. The tender seeks a supplier for installation and leasing.
Emergency teams rushed to a building site in El Tarter after a wooden plank fell on a worker, pinning his lower body. He was transported to hospital conscious but in pain, as police probe the accident.