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Business•3 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 12:00

Andorra Boosts IT Spending 13% to €26M in 2025 Amid Digital Surge

Public administrations acquired extensive hardware and boosted online services, with 94.4% of residents online daily. Servers are mostly virtual, staff totals 62 specialists.

Politics•4 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra PS Demands Tax Exemption Transparency Over Uneven Burdens

Andorra's Social Democratic Party urges review of tax exemptions and deductions after 2024 data exposed disparities, where similar earners pay differently based on income source. They push for audits to promote fairer burden-sharing in the low-tax system.

Other•2 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 10:45

Spanish Man, 62, Dies in Motorcycle Crash on Andorra's Envalira Pass

A 62-year-old Spanish resident of Andorra succumbed to severe injuries from a solo motorcycle accident on the Envalira pass, likely triggered by a medical event. He was airlifted to hospitals in Andorra and Barcelona before passing.

Sports•4 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 05:45

Inter d'Escaldes Defend 2-0 Lead vs Flora Tallinn in Conference League Play-Offs

The Andorran side travels to Estonia for the UEFA Conference League play-off return leg, where coach Felip Ortiz warns of a hostile test but emphasizes sticking to their game plan to secure progression.

Environment•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 23:30

Escaldes-Engordany Residents Slam Council Over Flooding from Neglected Drains

Outraged locals in Escaldes-Engordany fault council inaction on drainage amid unchecked slope development, which funnels storm water into torrents damaging homes. Firefighters cleared debris during Saturday deluge, as more rain looms.

Culture•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 21:15

Hundreds Gather in Andorra's Port del Cabús for Cloudy Solar Eclipse Viewing

Clouds threatened views at a lively gathering in Andorra's Port del Cabús mountain pass, where attendees embraced music and food amid uncertainty. Optimism and disappointment mixed as the eclipse peaked.

Business•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 21:00

Andorra Approves Bills to Update Anti-Money Laundering and Market Abuse Laws

Andorra's executive has greenlit legislative updates incorporating EU rules on anti-money laundering, terrorism financing prevention, and market abuse. The bills, soon headed to parliament, target virtual assets and enhance financial transparency amid digital growth.

Environment•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 20:00

Andorra Takes Over Paper Waste Management, Awards Contracts for Oils

Andorran government assumes control of municipal paper and cardboard waste for the first time, contracting Eco Grup to enhance recycling. Parallel deal with FEPER centralizes hazardous mineral oil collection from producers.

Environment•4 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 19:45

Andorra Dismisses Bear Population Boom Amid Rise in Sightings

Authorities say more bears are detected due to better surveillance, not expansion. They urge adaptation with protections for farms and hikers while celebrating habitat quality.

Business•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 19:45

Andorra Urges Tenants to Contact INH Before Suing Over Rental Thawing Violations

Andorran officials emphasize that the National Housing Institute offers detailed guidance on rental thawing disputes, protecting both tenants' and landlords' rights without preempting judicial decisions on contract legality.

Culture•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 17:00

Ordino Residents Bless Livestock in Annual Ceremony as Herds Descend

Priest blessed communal herds at Planell de la Rabassa amid better grazing from recent rains. Officials noted growth in livestock numbers and budgets, emphasizing the tradition's role in connecting communities to farmers.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 16:45

Andorran Fund Clayton Sport Offers to Rescue Monaco Basket with Ronaldinho Backing

The fund behind FC Andorra aims to stabilize the Roca Team by clearing debts and securing guarantees amid a deadline to retain elite league status. Rival offers linger as Monaco fights exclusion.

Business•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 15:45

Escaldes-Engordany Awards €108K Pavement Refurb Contract on Carrer de la Unió

The council contracted Companyia Andorrana de Projectes i Construccions for urgent pavement renewal on the recently widened road section between Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany parishes.

Business•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 14:45

Andorra and Barcelona Skål Clubs Hold First Board Meeting to Boost Tourism Ties

The Skål Club d’Andorra and Skål Ciudad Condal convened their first joint board meeting, exploring synergies like twinning, travel benefits, and events. An invitation for a World Tourism Day visit aims to deepen ties.

Business•4 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 14:15

Andorra Warns of Hotel Booking Scam via WhatsApp Posing as Legit Reservations

Scammers use accurate reservation info to trick hotel guests into clicking malicious links that steal sensitive data. Authorities urge direct verification with hotels and immediate reporting of incidents.

Culture•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 13:15

Meritxell, la patrona Tickets Sell Out in Under 24 Hours in Andorra

The cultural dance production, blending music and history, drew overwhelming demand with evening tickets gone Tuesday and late show Wednesday. Around 100 dancers and live musicians perform in the sanctuary cloister.

Other•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 12:30

Juanjo Barrio Named New Director of Andorra Fire Brigade After Farré's 36-Year Tenure

The Andorran government has planned a leadership handover at the fire brigade, with Barrio's extensive experience in health coordination and union advocacy set to steer operations alongside Ribera's logistics expertise.

Sports•4 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 12:30

Andorra la Vella Awards €60K Hotel Contract to House FC Barcelona Women in 2026

The council aims to attract elite teams by hosting Barcelona's squad, enhancing the city's reputation as a pre-season hub and supporting economic growth through sports tourism.

Culture•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 12:00

La Feréstec Picks Two Residency Projects on Farewell and Housing Crisis

Andorra's La Feréstec venue has chosen Carla Iglesias and Les Somatents for its 2026 residency. The artists will develop innovative works on memory, farewell, and youth housing challenges with support from local authorities.

Other•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 11:30

Andorran Firefighters Rescue Two Groups in Nighttime Pyrenees Storm Ops

Firefighters conducted dual nighttime rescues amid Pyrenees storms, saving a hiker near Comapedrosa and evacuating two climbers from Spain's Aigüestortes park with Catalan help. One group needed hospital care for hypothermia.

Sports•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 06:45

Andorran Swimmers Cuen and Teixeira Finish 30th and 31st in 800m Freestyle Heats

Biel Cuen improved his personal best significantly, while Kevin Teixeira felt strong in the water despite a slower time than his record during the second day of competition at the European Swimming Championships.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra's Nahuel Carabaña Targets Medal in 3000m Steeplechase at European Championships

Andorra's only athlete at the European Championships in Birmingham is confident in the 3,000m steeplechase despite injury setbacks. He plans to elevate his past performance and honor his nation.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 05:45

Andorra's Petanque Trio Heads to Odyssée des Nations in Montpellier

Andorra's petanque team, selected by the national federation, travels to France for the prestigious Odyssée des Nations tournament. The event offers crucial prep for their Mediterranean Games debut.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 11, 2026 • 22:30

Vicky Jiménez Kasintseva Falls in Cincinnati Qualifying to Sawangkaew

The 21-year-old Andorran struggled with early breaks and unforced errors, exiting in straight sets on Monday. This marks her fifth defeat in six recent matches as she prepares for the US Open.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 11, 2026 • 22:30

38-Year-Old Andorran Marc Garcia Joins CD Binéfar from Lleida

Veteran defender with vast lower-league experience strengthens CD Binéfar's squad, reuniting with fellow Andorran international Joel Guillén ahead of the new Tercera RFEF campaign.