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Business•2 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 23:31

US Probes Whether FinCEN Was Misled in 2015 Shutdown of Andorran Bank BPA

New ambassador pledges review with Spain and Andorra amid questions over Spanish intelligence's role and lack of US dollar involvement, following BPA's asset freeze and later notice withdrawal.

Business•6 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 23:16

Andorra's Housing Crisis Fuels Rise of Room-Sharing Platform Habitacio.ad

New site organizes scattered room rentals averaging 780 euros monthly amid plummeting overall supply, from 5,000 listings five years ago to under 2,000 now, as experts blame high demand and off-market sales.

Culture•2 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 22:31

Pas de la Casa Residents Petition to Halt Church Square Renovation Over Transparency and Heritage Concerns

Criticising Encamp council for piecemeal information and no public consultation, locals demand a project review to preserve the church's iconic visibility in the village landmark.

Culture•2 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 22:01

Àlex Garrido Launches Award-Winning Crime Thriller El diable irlandès in Andorra la Vella

The 2025 Premi Fiter i Rossell winner tackles immigration, far-right rise, and housing crises in a noir plot spanning Dublin, Catalonia, and Andorra.

Business•3 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 20:16

MoraBanc Campaign Boosts Pas de la Casa Spending by 42% to €548,000

The promotion from 24 February to 31 March offered 10% rebates at 295 outlets, drawing 3,736 cardholders—a 17% increase—with average spend rising 21% to €146.

Culture•5 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 19:31

Ordino Launches Free Electric Shuttle for Sixth Livestock Fair, May 8-10

The three-day event at Plana dels Camps features 100 animals, expanded Sunday auction with Andorran breed heifer, craft markets, family activities, and initiatives to promote local meat consumption.

Politics•4 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 19:01

Unions SIPAAG and SEP Appeal Government's Public Job Classification Rule

Civil servants' groups argue the regulation lacks transparency and objectivity, ignoring court rulings and union input on scoring scales, worker hearings, and oversight amid 2023 reclassification disputes.

Sports•5 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 18:46

FC Andorra Secure Segunda División Survival with 1-0 Win Over Valladolid

Marc Cardona's 62nd-minute chip, assisted by Dani Villahermosa's backheel, clinches ninth place on 52 points, eight clear of playoffs with six games left.

Business•2 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 18:16

Comú d’Encamp Opens Registrations for Fifth Enfira’t Multisectoral Fair

The June 13-14 event at Parc de l’Ossa car park will feature activities, exhibitions, networking, and a new motorhome display to boost local economy. Businesses and entities must register by May 15.

Other•2 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 18:01

Andorra Court Rules Casa Xirro Plot Not Consolidated Urban Land Due to Missing Services

Superior Court upholds parish council's challenge, annuls parts of 2007 and 2018 urban plans for the degraded site lacking water, sewerage, and access near Engolasters Lake.

Transport•3 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 17:01

Motorcyclist Hospitalised After Crash with Car Near Margineda Roundabout in Andorra la Vella

The 54-year-old rider on an Andorran-registered bike collided with a French-plated car on the CG-1 shortly after 2 p.m. Monday, prompting a swift emergency response, road partial closure, and cleanup of a fuel spill.

Business•5 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra Retail Sales Plunge 13.5% in February 2026 Due to French Road Closure

Landslide blocking RN20 road slashed French tourist arrivals, causing declines across food, other products, and fuels, with employment contracting 4.6% year-on-year.

Environment•2 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Issues Yellow Alert for Intense Storms and Heavy Showers This Afternoon

Convective clouds will bring downpours, thunderstorms, and gusts from 3pm to 9pm, with highest risks in northeast mountains. Authorities advise caution for travel and outdoor activities amid warm temperatures.

Other•5 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 11:16

Drunk Andorran Driver Arrested After Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Prat Salit Roundabout

The 36-year-old man tested at 2.04g/L blood alcohol, causing a chain-reaction collision injuring four; released with charges pending and licence revoked.

Other•3 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 10:01

Andorra Police Arrest 20-Year-Old Man in Ordino for Alleged Rape of 17-Year-Old Girl

Suspect detained after victim sought treatment at Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell; weekend also saw arrests for domestic violence and other offences.

Other•3 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 08:46

Andorra Housing Groups Call Protest March Against 'Programmed Eviction Law' on May 16

SHA and Habitat Digne decry government plan to end rental extensions, claiming it favors landlords and risks displacing nearly half the population amid ongoing housing crisis.

Business•6 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Housing Crisis Slashes Listings, Fuels Room-Sharing Platform Habitació.ad

Major portals report listings dropping to under 2,000 amid surging demand, driving shared rooms at 525-950 euros monthly as full apartments become unaffordable.

Sports•4 Sources•Apr 20, 2026 • 06:16

BC MoraBanc Andorra Falls 89-95 to UCAM Murcia, Stays Tied at Bottom of ACB

Andorra led much of the game but late errors and free-throw disparities handed third-placed Murcia the win, while Gran Canaria and Burgos also lost, keeping the trio at 7-20 with seven rounds left.

Sports•5 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 22:01

FC Andorra Secure Segunda División Survival with 1-0 Win Over Real Valladolid

Marc Cardona's composed 62nd-minute chip proves decisive in rain-soaked Encamp victory, boosting Andorra to 52 points and ninth place with six games remaining.

Sports•3 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 22:01

VPC Andorra Edges CAU Valencia 33-30 in Nail-Biting División de Honor B Playoff

Down to 14 players after a red card, the visitors rallied late with a 79th-minute try to secure a crucial win, climbing to sixth place and one point from playoffs with three rounds remaining.

Business•6 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 20:01

Andorra's Housing Crisis Pushes Tiny Shared Rooms to 525-950 Euros Monthly

New platform Habitació.ad organizes desperate demand amid vanishing listings on major sites, as government pushes co-living incentives and public housing to ease shortages.

Health•2 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 19:16

Mara Jiménez Advocates Body Acceptance and Tenderness in Upcoming Andorra Talk

The @croquetamente influencer shares her journey from childhood bullying and eating disorders to building a judgment-free community, urging self-respect over shame amid fatphobia and beauty standards.

Culture•3 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 19:01

Escaldes-Engordany Names Naiara García Barrio as Pubilla and Biel Molina Pérez as Hereu for 2026-2027

Proclamation moved indoors due to rain draws 200 attendees from Catalonia and Andorra, celebrating Catalan traditions through youth leadership amid handover from outgoing representatives.

Transport•3 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra la Vella Traffic Checks Issue 43 Fines in Q1 2026, Mobile Phone Use Tops Offences

Councillor announces 2026 video surveillance rollout with up to 400 cameras across streets, parking, and public spaces to boost safety and curb antisocial behaviour.

Environment•2 Sources•Apr 19, 2026 • 12:31

Andorra Issues Yellow Alert for Afternoon Storms and Heavy Showers

Rapidly forming convective clouds expected from midday, bringing intense downpours, thunderstorms, and gusts in mountain areas, with authorities urging caution for travel and outdoor activities.