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Other•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 17:15

Andorra Drug Case: 228g Caffeine Not Cocaine, Gold Scams Probed, Multiple Weekend Arrests

Major relief in Andorra drug case as powder tests caffeine; meanwhile gold fraud ring exposed and weekend sees assaults, weapons, minor drugs busts.

Other•3 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 15:15

Andorran Final of 12th World Robot Olympiad Kicks Off Saturday with 15 Youth Teams

This Saturday's Andorran final of the 12th World Robot Olympiad features 15 youth teams building robots for 'Ancient Civilisations' missions like museum preservation and fortress guiding.

Business•2 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 09:30

E.Leclerc Hiper Andorra Opens Innovative Mercat Local with Job Fair

E.Leclerc Hiper Andorra opens Mercat Local at Centre Comercial EO!, blending traditional market stalls with digital features and low prices, plus a June 11 job fair for locals.

Other•2 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 08:00

Andorra Car Crashes into Property Entrance on Doctor Vilanova Street, No Injuries

A car crashed into a private property entrance on Doctor Vilanova street in Andorra la Vella around 00:50 Sunday, causing material damage but no injuries.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Hotel Head Slams Labour Policies for Undermining Premium Tourism

Rigid labour and migration rules promote temporary staffing that hampers Andorra's shift to premium tourism with stable, trained employees amid housing shortages and quota barriers.

Health•3 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra School Health Service Achieves 2,189 Screenings and 1,229 Vaccinations in 2024-2025

Andorra's School Health Service conducted 2,189 screenings (96.17% coverage) and 1,229 vaccinations in 2024-2025, with strong rates for HPV, MACWY, dTpa+IPV, and a new varicella program delivering 286

Other•2 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Launches Free Geolocation Devices for Adopted Pets to Prevent Escapes

A pioneering program equips adopted and fostered dogs and cats with free trackers in Andorra, focusing on high-risk adaptation periods. The devices enable rapid location and health monitoring, improving welfare and regulatory compliance.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 07:15

Record 300+ Seniors Compete in Andorra's Fourth Sports Games

The event in northern Andorra featured competitions suited to all fitness levels, emphasizing health, community, and Olympic values. Authorities praised participants as vital to society during ceremonies.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 07:15

Eduard Vergara Arauz Named 2026 Fallaire Major of Valls d'Andorra After Golden Key Hunt Victory

Eduard Vergara Arauz from Massana won 2026 Fallaire Major of Valls d'Andorra by finding golden key in Vall d'Incles, succeeding Ferran Mata in June ceremony.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:48

Spartan Race Encamp 10th Edition Draws 4500+ with Patrick Laqueche Winning Elite Super

The milestone event in Andorra featured intense obstacle courses over three days, highlighting strong participation and elite performances. Officials commit to future editions amid economic benefits for Encamp.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:48

64% of Andorrans Feel Unrepresented by Parties, Survey Shows

A Virtus-commissioned survey of 307 Andorrans reveals widespread disaffection, with housing as the primary worry and strong support for a new conservative party amid criticism of the political status quo.

Health•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:46

400 Join 12th Marc GG Walk in Andorra to Honor Deceased and Support Bereaved

Nearly 400 joined the 12th Marc GG walk in Andorra to honor deceased and support bereaved, raising funds and calling for better sudden-death notifications.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:45

Mònica Doria Ends World Cup Debut in Prague with 19th in Kayak Cross

Mònica Doria, Andorra's Olympic diploma holder, posted 17th in K1, 10th in C1, and 19th in kayak cross at her World Cup debut in Prague, building momentum despite penalties.

Sports•2 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Women Rugby Sevens Finish 11th at European Trophy in Croatia

Andorra's grandalles avoided last place at the 2026 European Women's Rugby Sevens Trophy in Makarska with a key playoff win over hosts Croatia, despite heavy defeats earlier.

Business•3 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 21:00

Andorra la Vella Awards €77K Geotech Contract for Espai Capital Site Studies on Prada Casadet Plot

Andorra la Vella awarded Geotech SL €76,958 for geotechnical studies on Prada Casadet plot for Espai Capital, assessing soil stability via boreholes over 10 weeks.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 13:00

Ex-Spanish Security Chief Denies Interior Role in 2015 Andorra Bank Takedown

Francisco Martínez told PSOE activist Leire Díez that anti-corruption prosecutor José Grinda orchestrated Banca Privada d'Andorra's 2015 collapse via US FinCEN alert and cross-border coordination, rejecting any Spanish Interior Ministry involvement.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 12:15

Urgèlia Vol. 21 Launched: Church Music Innovations from 1767-1836 Explored

Bishop-led launch of scholarly annual emphasizes cultural growth amid articles on Andorran diocese's rich musical and historical legacy.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 11:00

Escaldes-Engordany Celebrates 48th Festa de la Parròquia with Historic Dodge Fargo Revival and Mountain Paella

Escaldes-Engordany marks its 48th parish anniversary with Festa de la Parròquia, featuring historic Dodge Fargo revival and mountain paella, plus family events.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 07:05

France Inaugurates French Section of 32km Andorra-Ariège Transhumance Trail

The trail links Andorra and France's Ariège, honoring shepherds and mountain culture while boosting eco-tourism cooperation.

Health•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 07:00

Andorran Patients Rate Public Health Services Highly in 2025 Survey

A 2025 report from 135,464 responses shows sustained high satisfaction in Andorra's public health system. Ambulatory surgery led at 97.3%, while emergencies reached 75% positive amid heavy volume.

Other•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 06:34

Civil Guard Dismantles Barcelona Drug Ring, Arrests Andorrans at Farga de Moles Border

Spanish Civil Guard busted a drug network in Barcelona province, seizing over 9kg of drugs and arresting eight, including two Andorran residents stopped at Farga de Moles border with hashish.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 06:34

AINA Summer Camps in Canillo Celebrate 50 Years of Leisure Education

The parish of Sant Serni hosted festive events with 300 attendees, including authorities and multi-generational participants, honoring AINA's legacy from a small church initiative to a vital community program.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra's Mònica Doria Finishes 10th in Prague Canoe Heats Despite Penalties

Andorra's Mònica Doria finished 10th in Prague World Cup canoe heats despite 6s penalties at gates 12, 17, 18, improving from 17th in kayak debut.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 06:31

North Macedonia Edges Andorra 1-0 on Nikolovska's Late Free Kick

Andorra's women fell 0-1 to North Macedonia in their final home Euro qualifier, undone by a stunning late free kick, overshadowing retiring goalkeeper Álex Cardoso's farewell.

Sports•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 06:30

ITF Development Officer Olha Lazarchuk Visits Andorra to Evaluate Tennis Growth

ITF Europe Development Officer Olha Lazarchuk visited Andorra for two days, touring facilities like Victory Tennis Academy and meeting FAT officials to assess tennis growth and support options.