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Sports•2 Related•Apr 07, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra Names Cervós, Davasse, Carrascosa, and Blasi for Davis Cup Europe Zone IV in Armenia

Andorra's FAT names Èric Cervós, Guillem Davasse, Pablo Carrascosa, and Iu Blasi for Davis Cup Europe Zone IV in Armenia's Tsaghkadzor, June 17-20.

Sports•3 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 22:02

Oriol Pi Claims 10th in Elite at VolCAT Despite Mechanical Issues

The Andorran InfoFive rider overcame setbacks in the two-day mountain bike stage race won by Hans Becking, with Xavi Jové securing 11th. Pi eyes World Cup momentum.

Sports•3 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 22:01

Andorran Ski Mountaineers Secure Seventh in World Cup Mixed Relay Final

Max Palmitjavila and Lea Ancion finish 7th at Villars-sur-Ollon, earning Andorra 10th overall in discipline with 154 points. Team shows promise in sprints amid strong international competition.

Other•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 21:01

Escaldes-Engordany Launches €500,000 Tender for Third Phase of Engolasters Colony Renovations

Escaldes-Engordany launches €500,000 tender for Engolasters colony's third phase: new services building with showers and bathrooms, 6,000-litre water tank, and 1940s kitchen restoration for display.

Health•3 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 17:01

Andorra Braces for Worst Pollen Season in Years in 2026 After Record Rains

Allergists link surge to heavy autumn and winter precipitation boosting vegetation; cases expected to peak post-Easter with cypress, ash, birch, and grasses.

Other•2 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Police Arrest Two at Border for Drug Possession

Routine checks at Riu Runer crossing uncovered speed pills in a woman's car and ecstasy plus hashish in a man's vehicle, leading to charges of crimes against public health.

Business•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 10:31

Andorra Pension Chief Urges Youth to Buy Property for Retirement Amid Ageing Doubts

Young Andorrans doubt pay-as-you-go system's viability and expect later retirement, prompting calls for generational reforms and personal investments to cut future rent costs.

Culture•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra's Episcopal Co-Prince Issues First Easter Message on Renewal and Resurrection

Bishop Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat frames Easter as a journey from death to life, urging believers to share hope in daily settings and thanking clergy for community support.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra-EU Deal Mandates 90-Day Annual Stay for Passive Residents to Retain Schengen Access

Andorra-EU deal requires third-country passive residents to stay 90 days/year in Andorra, proving genuine ties to retain Schengen access; citizens unaffected.

Multiple Road Incidents in Andorra Thursday: Crashes Injure Five, One Driver Arrested

A solo motorcycle fall in Santa Coloma, collisions near Aixovall and Incles, and others caused minor injuries and brief closures on key routes like CG-1 and CG-2.

Landslide Blocks Lane on Andorra's CG-2 Near El Tarter, Cleared Overnight with No Injuries

Emergency teams removed mud, rocks, and snow from the downhill lane at a roundabout, restoring full traffic by late Saturday amid a busy weekend of road incidents.

Health•2 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 06:32

Spain's Supreme Court Orders Health Ministry to Release Full Andorra Vaccine Resale Agreement

Ruling overturns prior denial, mandates disclosure of 13,650 Pfizer/BioNTech doses deal and details on similar pacts with other countries within 10 days, rejecting secrecy claims over EU contracts.

Business•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra la Vella Approves Revised Tender for Pouets Parking Site Concession

After failed 2025 bids, updates include flexible usage for cultural and social activities, new surveys, and minimum €4,000 monthly canon to attract private operators.

Sports•3 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 06:01

FC Andorra Stuns Racing de Santander with 6-2 Comeback Win to Escape Relegation Worry

Trailing 2-0 at halftime, the hosts scored five second-half goals including a VAR-awarded penalty and red card to extend their buffer over Segunda División drop zone to 12 points.

Culture•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 06:01

Andorran Cultural Icon Sergi Mas Laid to Rest in Packed Sant Julià de Lòria Church

Hundreds honored 95-year-old Andorran artist Sergi Mas at his funeral in packed Sant Julià de Lòria church, with restored giants guarding the vibrant tribute.

Sports•3 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 06:01

Albert Ortega and Berta Oriol Win Third Mamba Ski Race at Grandvalira

Nearly 350 skiers competed in giant slalom with fun challenges on the Àliga piste, drawing over 1,000 spectators under ideal conditions to close the season.

Sports•2 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 05:31

Vicky Jiménez Kasintseva Falls in First Round of WTA Linz Qualifying to Iryna Shymanovich

The Andorran world No. 107, seeded second on clay, lost 5-7, 3-6 in 1 hour 47 minutes after leading early in the first set but failing to convert break chances in the second.

Sports•3 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 05:31

Andorra 2026 Women's Alpine Ski World Cup Donates €4,085 to Transplant Association

The cheque, equalling 25% of event ticket sales, will fund ATIDA's awareness campaign on organ donation amid efforts to expand Andorra's transplant laws by 2027.

Business•2 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 22:16

Andorra Ends 2025 with €88M Fiscal Surplus Despite Housing Tax Shortfalls

Robust foreign property and sales tax revenues fueled the gain, alongside rising passive residents and self-employed inflows, though vacant property tax collected only €42,875.

Business•4 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 20:31

Soldeu Outlet Fair Draws 2,080 Visitors and 30% Sales Boost in Second Edition

Local businesses offered 40-70% discounts on textiles, accessories, and ski gear, exceeding expectations and sparking talks of expansion amid winter season lull.

Culture•3 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 19:16

Ordino Choir Fills Historic Streets with Caramelles Songs on Easter Sunday

Around 20 singers from Ordino's Coral Casamanya performed waltzes, sardana, and national anthem on Easter Sunday, drawing crowds and donations while preserving medieval tradition amid youth.

Business•3 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 18:01

Andorran Bakeries Hold Easter Mona Prices Steady Despite Rising Cocoa and Almond Costs

Shop owners absorb higher ingredient expenses to maintain demand, offering traditional butter-based monas and custom chocolate eggs themed with K-pop idols, anime, and sports motifs.

Culture•5 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 14:46

Hundreds Honor Andorran Artist Sergi Mas Balaguer at Funeral Mass in Sant Julià de Lòria

Hundreds honored 95-year-old Andorran artist Sergi Mas Balaguer at his Sant Julià de Lòria funeral mass, wearing bright colors per his wishes as officials praised his 70-year legacy.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 14:02

Andorra Secures EU Deal to Avoid Systematic Border Checks Under EES from 2026

Provisional agreement replaces routine scans with random inspections, preserving Andorran nationals' exemptions while tightening rules for non-EU passive residents to prove genuine ties.

Culture•4 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 12:46

Andalusian Saxophonist Juan David Toro Martín Wins Solo Sax Competition 2026 at Andorra Sax Fest

25-year-old Andalusian saxophonist Juan David Toro Martín won the Solo Sax Competition 2026 at Andorra Sax Fest, earning €8,000, Selmer saxophone, and future opportunities.