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Transport•2 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 13:45

Heavy Queues Persist at Andorra-Spain Border During Post-Christmas Rush

Servei Català de Trànsit reports up to 4km backups on N-145 northbound through Valls de Valira amid post-holiday rush. Officials urge drivers to anticipate delays and check live updates.

Sports•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 13:30

FC Andorra Faces Ceuta Test in Liga Hypermotion Opener

Andorra travels to unbeaten-at-home Ceuta on Sunday, aiming to extend their win streak amid squad tweaks and transfer moves.

Other•1 Source•Jan 03, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra Tobacco Traders Warn Reforms Won't Stop Pas de la Casa Smuggling

New limits on cigarette carton sales aim to curb contraband but can be evaded via repeated small purchases, traders say, urging criminal penalties.

Culture•2 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 11:45

Co-Prince Bishop Blesses Restored Sagrada Família Organ in La Seu d'Urgell

Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat led a liturgical ceremony blessing the fully restored 1960 organ after a two-year project, highlighting its musical and.

Other•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 10:01

Police detained a 35-year-old resident after his partner and 9-year-old son fled to a nearby restaurant

following a domestic attack at their home.

Sports•1 Source•Jan 03, 2026 • 07:01

Andorran Bodybuilder Ruben Bondem Stresses Mental Discipline for Pro Success

After clinching Mr. World and placing fourth at Mr. Universe, the 37-year-old reveals the brutal dieting, dehydration, and psychological fortitude required to thrive amid intense rivalry and physical extremes.

Culture•1 Source•Jan 03, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra's Festive Christmas Events and Exhibitions

From Canillo's festive illuminations and concerts to family activities in Andorra la Vella, youth snow events in Escaldes-Engordany, and multiple art shows running through winter.

Culture•1 Source•Jan 03, 2026 • 07:00

Streaming Giants Unveil 2026 Blockbuster Lineup: Thrones Prequel, Euphoria S3, Steinbeck Adaptation

HBO Max launches The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms in January, followed by Euphoria's return in April, while Netflix prepares Florence Pugh-led East of Eden. Additional highlights feature literary takes on Pride and Prejudice and The House of the Spirits alongside Bridgerton and Handmaid's Tale renewals.

Culture•1 Source•Jan 03, 2026 • 07:00

Albert Gumí Proud of Curating Andorra's Musical 'National Team'

Artistic director of Orquestra Nacional del Consell d'Andorra (ONCA) expresses deep pride in transforming the orchestra into a national cultural.

Other•2 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Electricity Use Surges 10.2% in November 2025

Consumption hit 52,608 MWh amid rising imports and falling local production, with year-to-date up 2.2%.

Culture•1 Source•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:31

Club organizes 'Any Nou Solidari' rhythmic gymnastics event on Jan 11, 2026, to fund Andorra's ADJRA

The Rítmica Serradells club is organising a charity gala on 11 January 2026 at 9.30am in the Serradells sports hall to raise funds and awareness for Andorra's Associació Jovent en Risc (ADJRA).

Culture•3 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:31

Albert Gumí Bids Farewell in ONCA's Final New Year's Concert

Albert Gumí ended nearly five years as artistic director of Andorra's Orquestra Nacional Clàssica with a packed 'París-Viena' concert, premiering.

Transport•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:30

Fatal Van Crash into Stationary Bus on Andorra's CG-2 Highway

His female partner suffered severe injuries and was airlifted to hospital after their van rear-ended a stationary Andbus passenger bus near Hotel Euroski, with no passengers hurt and police probing possible driver fatigue.

Health•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:30

Andorra's Life Expectancy Dips to 84.1 Years in 2024

Official data shows a slight decline from 2023's 84.6 years, with a five-year average of 83.7 years topping most EU peers despite population-driven.

Other•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:30

Andorran Police Arrest Four Men in Drug and DUI Incidents

Four men detained in separate cases of drug possession, trafficking suspicions, and drunk driving during routine patrols and checks amid tourist.

Other•5 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:30

Andorra Welcomes First Baby of 2026: Salvador Aníbal Torres Apablaza

Chilean couple's 4.02kg newborn arrives at 4:53 a.m.

Transport•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:02

Andorran Councillor Questions Unannounced New Driving Licence Design

Socialdemòcrata Laia Moliné challenges government over biometric-enhanced licences introduced without notice since December 2025, demanding details.

Sports•2 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:02

Andorran Skier Joan Verdú Intensifies Training for Adelboden World Cup Giant Slalom

After 19th in Alta Badia, Verdú trains at Austria's Reiteralm until January 8, then heads to Switzerland for the January 10 race, his sixth start.

Business•4 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:01

Andorra December CPI Falls to 2.7%, Triggering 5.4% Minimum Wage Hike

Preliminary consumer price index drops 0.1 points from November despite seasonal pressures, driven by lower transport and housing costs, mandating a.

Other•2 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:01

Andorra PM Offers Condolences After Deadly New Year's Fire in Swiss Ski Resort

Xavier Espot expresses shock over Le Constellation bar blaze killing 40; Andorran family narrowly escapes tragedy at Crans-Montana.

Sports•3 Sources•Jan 03, 2026 • 06:01

Andorran Skier Irineu Esteve Withdraws from Tour de Ski After Tough Stage

Irineu Esteve, finishing 74th in the 20km classic pursuit, pulled out of the Tour de Ski citing the hardest race of his career physically and.

Politics•2 Sources•Jan 02, 2026 • 23:15

Demòcrata Amendments Fix Andorra's 2026 Budget Shortfalls

Parliamentary group secures funding for Data Protection Agency, pensions, prison expansion, and digital projects in Andorra's proposed budget.

Other•1 Source•Jan 02, 2026 • 23:01

Andorra's 2026 Begins with First Birth and First Road Death

The tiny European nation welcomed its first baby of the year hours before a fatal traffic accident on the main road in Vall d'Incles claimed a life.

Sports•1 Source•Jan 02, 2026 • 22:45

Swiss Woman Discharged After Serious Skiing Skull Fracture in Andorra

The 31-year-old, vacationing in Soldeu with her partner's family, crashed into a safety net pole on a red run despite wearing a helmet, leading to airlift to Barcelona for treatment.

Politics•1 Source•Jan 02, 2026 • 22:30

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez Returns from Private Andorra Ski Trip

He vacationed privately with wife Begoña Gómez and daughters at the upscale Pardines hotel, arriving last Sunday and departing Friday morning after breakfast.