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Other•2 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Hosts Snow, Mountain and Wellbeing Tourism Congress on Digitalisation's Role

Event features ministers from Spain, Kenya and Portugal, UN Tourism leader, and experts discussing AI, sustainability and innovative trends like digital detox in mountain tourism.

Culture•3 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Approves €30,000 Subsidy for Catalan-Language Films at Cinemes Illa Carlemany

Spectators pay €4 per ticket as the Culture Ministry covers the rest, down from an unspent €37,500 in 2025 amid declining attendance for 21 premieres drawing 5,517 viewers.

Environment•2 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:46

#MiradesAigua Exhibition Opens in Andorra la Vella Highlighting Water's Vital Role

Organized by Andorra Sostenible for World Water Day, the display of 19 images at Illa Carlemany invites public voting for winners alongside a jury decision, running until 29 March.

Sports•4 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:17

FC Andorra to Miss Goalkeeper Yaakobishvili and Midfielder Kim in Upcoming Matches Due to International Call-Ups

Yaakobishvili joins Hungary's senior team for friendlies, while Kim heads to South Korea U-23 camp; coach Manso must adapt for games against Cultural Leonesa and Málaga.

Sports•2 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:16

Event sponsored by Creand and Grandvalira honors key contributors to skiing, including injured Olympians

Andorran Ski Federation's 12th La Nit de l’Esquí gala at Soldeu drew 190 attendees, with injured Olympians Joan Verdú and Cande Moreno present on crutches.

Sports•2 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra National Football Team Gathers for Training Camp Ahead of Friendlies vs Montenegro and San Marino

Squad assembles in Torremirona, Girona, without Iker Álvarez de Eulate due to club commitments; Álex Ruiz, Mauro Rabelo, and José Antonio Gomes called up in goal.

Sports•4 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:16

Andorran Skiers Shine with Calvo's Gold, del Rio's World Cup Top-20

Álvar Calvo wins FIS slalom gold in Spain with silver in giant slalom, Gina del Rio takes 17th in Lake Placid World Cup mass-start—her ninth top-30—while teammates podium and finish strong.

Culture•3 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 00:01

Andorran Society of Sciences Launches Book Marking 40 Years of Conferences

Andorran Society of Sciences launches book compiling 40 years of conference texts on biology, tech, medicine, and society, unveiled by president Àngels Mach with Catalan academy leader.

Culture•4 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 22:46

Bici Lab Andorra Launches 'Un negoci sobre rodes' Exhibition on Bicycles and Work

Bici Lab Andorra's non-linear exhibition from March 2026 to April 2027 features 15 global stories, artifacts, interviews, and interactive zones on trades from fading knife sharpeners to modern gig.

Sports•2 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 22:01

Andorran Duo Finishes Eighth in Ski Mountaineering World Cup Mixed Relay

Lea Ancion and Max Palmitjavila clocked 43:09.3 in Val Martello, Italy, behind Austria's winners. Oriol Olm led Andorra's sprint efforts with 18th place.

Health•5 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 21:01

Andorra Blood Drive at Bombonera Targets 200 Donations in 'The Play That Saves Lives' Campaign

Organized by Red Cross and MoraBanc with government support, the event drew officials, club staff and first-timers, while introducing info on bone marrow and cornea donation.

Politics•3 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 18:31

Right-Wing Victories in Toulouse and Foix Mark Shift in French Local Elections

Jean-Luc Moudenc wins re-election in Toulouse with 53.87%; centrist Jérôme Matéos ends 60 years of socialist rule in Foix by 9 votes, signaling rightward shift.

Health•2 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 17:30

Andorra Respiratory Virus Activity Stable in Week 12 with Slight ARI Rise

Influenza cases dropped sharply below thresholds, while metapneumovirus led virological positives; trends align with Europe's declining circulation and elevated RSV hospitalizations.

Politics•3 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra Approves Penal Code Overhaul Targeting Online Sex Crimes, Corruption, and Discrimination

Andorra's government approves Penal Code reforms targeting online sex crimes, private-sector corruption, and discrimination, seeking fast-track parliamentary approval before July recess.

20-Year-Old Motorcyclist Hospitalised After Head-On Crash with Car in Santa Coloma

A 20-year-old Andorran-plated motorcyclist was hospitalised with a minor pelvic fracture after attempting to overtake in the oncoming lane on CG-1 in Santa Coloma.

Business•4 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 12:31

Andorra's Qualified Professionals Register Hits 3,912, Up 6.9% in 2025

Foreign nationals surpass 55% of total, Spaniards lead gains with 146 net increase; women secure 57.8% of 332 new authorisations amid drop in departures.

Business•5 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 12:17

Andorra's Employment Rate Hits 82.4% in Q4 2025, Unemployment Steady at 1.8%

Men's employment rose sharply while women's dipped quarterly; youth unemployment surged 9.7 points from Q3, keeping Andorra's rate far below EU and neighbour averages.

Business•3 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 12:16

Spain Slashes Fuel Taxes to Counter Middle East Crisis, Threatening Andorra's Price Edge

Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez announces €5B package cutting VAT on petrol/diesel from 21% to 10%, potentially dropping prices by 30 cents/litre amid Middle East crisis, threatening Andorra's edge.

Other•2 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Domestic Gender-Based Violence in La Massana

Andorra police arrested a 47-year-old man in La Massana for assaulting his partner at home on Avinguda de Sant Antoni; he fled but was detained soon.

Culture•3 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 07:16

Event in Pas de la Casa saw fewer French visitors due to the RN-20 shutdown but rebounded with strong

Hibernation's ninth edition in Pas de la Casa drew 9,500 despite RN-20 avalanche closure reducing French visitors, rebounding via Andorran/Spanish turnout and sets by NOVAH, Space 92, I Hate Models.

Business•5 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 07:16

Andorran Agricultural Fair Draws 60,000 Visitors and Boosts Local Producers

14th Andorran Agricultural Fair at Illa Carlemany drew 60,000 visitors, with 30 producers showcasing chocolates, mead, beer, crafts; Minister Casal pledged ongoing support amid 30%+ aid rise.

Health•4 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Red Cross Telecare Service Hits 774 Users in 2025, Up 42% from 2020

Service splits between home-based support for 711 and mobile watches for 63 active seniors, with expansions including auto-detecting geolocalized watches in pilot testing.

Sports•5 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 06:16

Romania Wins Record European Open VEX Robotics Competition in Andorra; Local Team Secures World Spot

Nearly 200 teens from nine countries competed in L'Aldosa, with Andorra's squad finishing third after a tight semifinal and qualifying for the St. Louis world championship.

Sports•2 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 06:16

Ordino Arcalís Hosts 14th JAM Extreme FWTJ 3 with Andorra's First National Freeride Championships

120 young riders from 12 countries compete in ideal conditions; locals Jan Gacia, Gael Díez, Alexia Barragan, and Eric Moynat claim national titles amid Spanish dominance.

Sports•4 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 05:46

MoraBanc Andorra Falls 98-102 in OT to Surne Bilbao, Stays in ACB Relegation Zone

MoraBanc Andorra fell 98-102 in OT to Surne Bilbao, their third extra-time loss, staying in ACB relegation zone with 6 wins left amid key injuries.