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Sports•2 Related•Apr 11, 2026 • 06:01

Andorran Skiers Claim Multiple Podiums and National Titles at Grandvalira Championships

Xavier Cornella and Íria Medina secured slalom titles, while Àlex Rius won giant slalom nationals in emotional farewell after 13 years. Several athletes improved FIS points ahead of upcoming races.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 21:01

Fire Destroys Marcel Chevalier Foundation's Fossil Collection and Archives in Arinsal

Fire at former Aigües d'Arinsal building likely destroyed Marcel Chevalier Foundation's 200 fossils and archives worth €200,000, threatening closure despite local support.

Andorra Borders Run Smoothly on EES Launch Day Despite Isolated Delays

Andorra's borders experienced mostly smooth bus traffic on the first full day of the EU Entry/Exit System. Minor hold-ups occurred at French crossings and Spanish exits in the afternoon due to routine checks amid peak travel.

Other•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 17:31

Ordino Dog Owners Petition for Secure Off-Leash Areas

With over 300 signatures on Change.org, the campaign cites animal welfare laws and calls for fenced zones to improve pet exercise and community harmony.

Sports•5 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 17:16

Andorran Ski Federation Hails 2025-2026 Season Success with National Titles and FIS Podiums

Íria Medina and Àlex Rius claim giant slalom national crowns at Grandvalira amid FIS points gains and career honors, despite injuries, capping a season with World Cup breakthroughs.

Other•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 16:17

ARPA Organizes Volunteer Search for Missing 7-Month-Old Poodle Nora in Alàs

The animal rescue group is rallying public help after the brown pup vanished on April 7 near La Seu d’Urgell, with a major search planned for Saturday at 10am.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 15:16

Alfred Llahí Publishes Mother's Memoir of 1940s-1960s Life in Les Escaldes, Andorra

Self-edited book with 90 photos captures childhood memories of dirt roads, fiestas, refugees, and Prince Juan Carlos's local summers, framed as tribute to everyday builders of modern Andorra.

Other•3 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Family Abuse, Drug Smuggler, and Multiple Drink-Drivers

Authorities in Andorra made several arrests this week, including for domestic mistreatment, drug trafficking at the border, and drink-driving incidents causing accidents across multiple parishes.

Health•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 11:01

Journalist and Olympian Share Stories of Turning Health Setbacks into Opportunities at Conferències 360º

Journalist Christian García and Olympian Albert Llovera shared how health setbacks fueled reinvention and growth at Biblioteca d'Escaldes-Engordany's Conferències 360º.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 11:01

Andorra's Borders Unaffected as EU Entry/Exit System Takes Effect

The EU's Entry/Exit System activates without altering Andorra's borders, exempting locals and residents from registration while introducing security checks for third-country permits via Spain and France.

Business•5 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:17

Andorra and CRG Launch International Call for Mountain Genomics Researchers

Two excellence positions leverage Andorra's high-mountain ecosystems for biodiversity and biotech research, with priority for nationals and doubled government funding announced.

Culture•3 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Faber Andorra Residency Opens with Historian on Europe's Tiny States

The programme kicks off with Jean-Michel Johnston's research on how Andorra and three other microstates persisted through nationalism and geopolitical upheavals. Selected from 124 applicants, residents will access archives and share work publicly while fostering cultural exchanges.

Culture•3 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Pyrenees Ancient Music Festival Opens 2026 with Barcelona Cathedral Concert, Debuts in Andorra

The 15th FeMAP edition spans 41 municipalities through August 23, featuring music from Archduke Charles's court and expanding Andorran venues like Santa Coloma church.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Debates Public Worker Reclassifications and Research-Industry Talent Office Amid Opposition Pushback

Andorra debates reviewing 170+ public workers' classifications amid court rulings as OTRI advances to link research with businesses despite diversification criticism.

Business•4 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Imports Surge 12% to €177.7M in March as Exports Drop 11.9%

Strong demand boosted sectors like 'Diversos' and 'Construcció', while energy imports fell sharply; jewelry exports rose sharply despite overall decline.

Health•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

The funds will support training workshops and emotional sessions for relatives facing exhaustion from the

Andbus donates €2,400 to AAMA for training workshops and emotional support sessions aiding exhausted relatives of Alzheimer's patients.

Sports•5 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Pal Arinsal Ski Resort Sets Records with 460K Ski Days in 2025-26 Season

Exceptional snowfall drove the resort's best season since joining Grandvalira, boosting sales across passes, lessons, and dining while improving satisfaction and narrowing losses.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Catalan Delegation in Andorra Hosts Free Sensory Event for Saint George's Day

Soprano Jonaina Salvador performs Catalan and Andorran songs paired with regional wines and cheeses amid Lita Cabellut's exhibition, requiring reservations for the April 16 immersive experience.

Health•4 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra SAAS Secures New Collective Bargaining Agreement with Salary Boosts

Andorra's public health service finalizes a CBA with economic gains like retroactive raises and better work-life balance, though unions decry it as insufficient amid rising costs.

Sports•2 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 06:46

Titan Desert Veteran Ramon Aranda Withdraws from 2026 Edition Due to Skiing Injury

The Quality Team cyclist, who has raced all 30 prior events, fractured his shoulder in a January fall, stalling recovery and necessitating surgery just 17 days before the Morocco race.

Sports•5 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Police to Question Footballers Like Fernández, Carvajal in Watch Fraud Probe

Officers from Andorra's anti-fraud unit head to Spain next week for statements from Best In Asociados clients, including high-profile footballers like Enzo Fernández and Daniel Carvajal, amid Operation Cronos tax evasion investigation.

Andorran Taxi Drivers Appeal Expulsion from ATA Over Uber Use

Expelled drivers challenge ATA's decision, highlighting statute violations and inconsistent enforcement amid launch of unified booking centre covering most Andorran taxis. Officials praise digital shift and preview strict VTC regulations.

Sports•4 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Qualifies for Futsal World Cup Main Round with 5-0 Win Over Malta

Perfect group stage capped by dominant victory in Denmark; now face hosts for top spot in Group A ahead of top-two advancement.

Business•2 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 17:46

Andorran Entrepreneur Jordi Pont Bros, Pioneer of Premium Cigar Imports, Dies at 88

Known as 'l'home dels havans i les Montblanc,' he shaped the country's economy through his shop Comercial Pont and ventures like a popular restaurant, passing after a prolonged illness.

Business•5 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 15:31

Andorra Apartment Prices Surge 30.65% to €7,840/m² in Q1 2026

Average sales hit €981,400 per unit amid sharp parish variations, with Escaldes-Engordany topping at €10,401/m²; rentals rise 16.2% to €27.20/m².