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Other•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 17:46

Escaldes-Engordany Probes Vandalism in Prat del Roure Car Park

Authorities in Escaldes-Engordany are investigating graffiti and damage at the Prat del Roure underground car park. Officials rely on surveillance footage amid identification difficulties and routine procedures for public space incidents.

Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 17:03

University of Andorra Launches First Cybersecurity Postgraduate Program

The University of Andorra introduces its inaugural cybersecurity master's, partnering with Crèdit Andorrà and national agencies to train 35 experts amid escalating cyber risks to businesses and infrastructure.

Closures from 9.45am-11.30am affect Carrer de la Unió, Consell de la Terra, and Príncep Benlloch to ensure

Main route closure from 10:10am-11:30am impacts Carrer de la Unió, Consell de la Terra (Unió to Arnaldeta de Caboet), and Príncep Benlloch (to l'Estela).

Andorra Records 533 Traffic Accidents in 2025, One Fatal

Police data shows a rise in total crashes to 533 from 456 in 2024, but road deaths fell sharply to one. Most injuries were light, with highest victim rates in 30-39 age group and Andorra la Vella parish.

Sports•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 15:16

MoraBanc Andorra Crushed 101-79 by Joventut, Relegation Fight Tightens

Joventut Badalona dominated MoraBanc Andorra with a pivotal second-quarter run at Pavelló Olímpic, ending Andorra's two-game win streak. Three games remain in the tense ACB relegation battle.

Politics•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 15:03

France Awards National Defence Medal to Four Andorran Police Officers for Security Cooperation

France's Direction du renseignement et de la sécurité de la défense awarded its National Defence Medal to four Andorran police officers for security cooperation, a first for Andorran personnel.

Sports•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 14:16

Nico Ratti Signs Contract Extension with FC Andorra Until 2029

The club's longest-serving player and youth product, who has featured in over 200 matches across five divisions, remains the last from Piqué's 2019 project despite limited starts this season.

Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 13:02

Andorra Union Warns Origin Hiring Risks Abuses and Local Job Losses

Unió Sindical d'Andorra opposes government-backed hiring from countries like Colombia, fearing poor conditions and resident displacement without proper controls. Argentinos en Andorra pushes for housing safeguards and professional recognition in nine-month deals.

Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 10:02

French Probe Uncovers €13M Luxury Car Tax Fraud Scheme in Andorra

Authorities exposed a scheme where French clients used sham rentals to buy luxury cars in Andorra, evading €12.756 million in taxes. All 170 face penalties amid Franco-Andorran crackdown.

Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:32

Andorran Prosecutors Seek Prison and Fines for Family Accused of Hiding Restaurant Assets from Creditors

Prosecutors seek up to 2 years conditional prison and €60k-€65k fines for a father and daughters accused of hiding restaurant assets from creditors in Escaldes-Engordany.

Business•5 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Digital Launches Sovereign Cloud Strategy with Google, Amazon and Others

The semi-public company streamlines cloud access for public bodies through national deals with major providers, boosting efficiency amid opposition concerns on sovereignty and costs.

Health•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:32

Andorran Transplant Group ATIDA Hit by Email Hack Sending Fraudulent QR Code Messages

An unauthorized party accessed ATIDA's email account and sent deceptive messages posing as the association, risking exposure of contact details for transplant recipients and donors. The group has secured the account and alerted authorities.

Health•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Health Minister Stresses Ibero-American Cooperation at Madrid Conference

Andorra's Health Minister Helena Mas advocated for stronger Ibero-American health ties at the Madrid conference, highlighting needs for small nations in crises and medicine supply. She detailed Andorra's PISMA for mental health and met Spain's minister to enhance protocols.

Sports•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:31

Andbank Renews Sponsorship with Andorran Pitch & Putt Association for 2026

The agreement ensures a full calendar of national and international events, bolstering the sport's development and Andorra's sporting-tourism profile.

Business•5 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:04

Ordino Landowner Slams POUP for Punishing Small Plot Owners

A small plot owner in Ordino argues the new urban plan unfairly burdens responsible landowners by limiting development, while APTA pushes for coordinated national land policy to balance growth and rights. Commons resist central control.

Sports•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:04

Andorra Skier Joan Verdú Chooses New Zealand Training Camp with New Coach Natko Zrnčić-Dim

Shifting from Argentina plans, Verdú praises the motivated Croatian's expertise ahead of World Cup opener. Teammates Moreno, Mijares, and del Rio report positive injury recoveries and Olympic lessons.

Business•5 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Andorra Inflation Hits 4.8% in April 2026, Highest in Two Years

Sharp fuel price surges from Middle East conflict drove transport costs up 11.8% annually, outpacing food and housing gains, while core inflation eased to 3.1%.

Other•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Firefighters Extinguish Construction Waste Fire Behind Andorra Novotel

The blaze near Carrer de la Roda was contained in 15 minutes with no injuries; one lane closed briefly on Carrer Prat de la Creu during response.

Sports•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Andorra Honours Winter Olympians at Official Reception

Xavier Espot congratulated the athletes on their perseverance, while Minister Mònica Bonell pledged boosted public funding for high-performance sports, including the Ski Federation, to meet elite competition demands.

Sports•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Andorran officials and local rider Roger Turné spotlight elite XCO, XCC, and DHI races, enhanced spectator

Pal Arinsal hosts UCI MTB World Cup July 9-12 for 11th year with elite XCO, XCC, DHI races, Roger Turné in U23 XCO, F1-style paddock, giant screens, and 5,000-6,000 visitors amid Bike Festival.

Sports•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Golf Added to 2027 Small States Games in Monaco, Welcomed by Andorran Federation

FGA president hails the inclusion as a key step to broaden the sport's audience and showcase Andorra's recent European successes on an international stage.

Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra la Vella Councils Convene on Civic Behaviour and Public Space Coexistence

62 participants from children's, youth and elderly councils form intergenerational groups to tackle overcrowding, noise, transport tensions and dog waste, proposing awareness campaigns over fines.

Business•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 19:46

Andorra Minister Eyes Boost to €35M Housing Fund Amid Strong Owner Interest

Andorra's government is considering raising its €35 million public housing budget due to promising early offers from owners for ready-to-use buildings. This aims to rapidly expand rental stock and ease prices.

Sports•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 18:16

Monaco 2027 Games Rescheduled to May 17-22, Golf Added and Basketball Removed

Andorra's Olympic Committee confirms Monaco 2027 Games rescheduled to May 17-22 from May 3-8, with golf added, basketball removed, after meeting Prince Albert II.

Politics•5 Related•May 14, 2026 • 17:31

Andorra Housing Union Demands Rent Law Amendments to Prevent Evictions

The housing union outlines non-negotiable positions to amend the controversial rent decontrol law, seeking protections against unfair disparities and indirect evictions before 2027.