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Business•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 12:00

Andorra Salaried Workers Hit 47,860 in April, Up 2.5% YoY

Preliminary data shows Andorra's salaried workforce grew to 47,860 in April with rising wages, while final March figures confirm employment and wage mass gains across key sectors like agriculture and utilities.

Other•4 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 12:00

Andorran Police Arrest Five Drink-Drivers, One Over Five Times Legal Limit

Authorities detained five motorists over the weekend for alcohol levels up to 3.18 g/L. Additional charges involved drugs, false identity, expulsion violations, and a hit-and-run crash causing damage.

Andorran Motorcyclist Critical After N-145 Crash Near La Seu d'Urgell

A violent frontal-lateral collision between a BMW motorcycle and an Abarth car on the N-145 left the 51-year-old rider critically injured at La Seu d'Urgell hospital. Emergency response closed the road for two hours amid heavy traffic.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

Cars for Smiles Andorra raises €5,104 for at-risk youth with high-performance track laps

Around 50 participants joined the third edition, where vulnerable young people rode in luxury sports cars on the track. Funds will support socio-educational leisure for at-risk children during school holidays.

Andorra la Vella Launches Scooter Patrols and Fines Amid Spring Surge

Authorities deploy checks on electric scooters due to warmer weather risks, enforcing age, insurance, and zone rules to protect pedestrians.

Other•4 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

Hiker Dies in 100-Metre Fall at Port de Medacorba Near Andorran Border

A hiker lost their life after plummeting approximately 100 metres in the remote high mountain area of Port de Medacorba. Rescue teams confirmed unsurvivable injuries and safely evacuated two witnesses.

Sports•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra Rugby Sevens Cabrits Claim Fifth at Europe Conference 1 in Comeback Win

The Cabrits overcame a halftime deficit with tries from Granyena and Llata to finish fifth in the men's Europe Conference 1 rugby sevens, hosted in Andorra la Vella.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

Andorran Paddler Mònica Doria Exits Augsburg World Cup in Kayak Cross Round of 16

Mònica Doria ended her Augsburg World Cup with a kayak cross round of 16 exit after 9th in canoe slalom and a penalty-plagued kayak slalom, showing promise ahead of Worlds.

Sports•2 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

FC Andorra Launches 'Viu l'Andorra' Season Ticket Campaign with Loyalty Rewards

Back in LaLiga Hypermotion, FC Andorra's campaign features tiered rewards like shop discounts, free tickets, and VIP events to smash last season's subscriber record and pack Estadi d'Encamp.

Sports•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

Xavi Cardelús Plagued by Mechanical Woes, Finishes 26th and 29th at Misano

Andorran racer Xavi Cardelús faced relentless bike troubles on his Cerba Yamaha at Misano, dropping to pits in Race 1 and battling engine failure in Race 2, ending with back-of-pack finishes despite early promise.

Sports•2 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 06:15

Pol Moya Shatters Andorran 1500m Record at Pfungstadt Meet

Andorran runner Pol Moya upgraded his national 1500m and 800m records in strong European meets, while Ariadna Fenés smashed the women's 10km mark in France.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 05:45

The festival in La Massana featured telescope sessions, guided constellation tours, and eclipse education

with lights-out in Arinsal enhancing views amid perfect weather.

Sports•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 05:45

Toni Bou Dominates TrialGP d’Andorra with Perfect 160 Points

Repsol Honda's Toni Bou swept TrialGP d’Andorra at Naturland, earning max points despite tough heat and dust, extending his unbeaten streak. Italy's Rabino doubled up in women's class amid 3,000 spectators.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 05:45

Kenyan Pkemoi Wins Trail 100 Andorra 50km, Arenas Dominates Women

Robert Pkemoi claimed his first UTMB World Series title in the 50km race, while Gemma Arenas powered through tough terrain to win women's honors. Andorran Samu Ponce triumphed in the 80km at home amid record 3,800 entrants.

Business•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 23:15

IMF's Georgieva Praises Andorra Reforms in First Visit Since 2020 Accession

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva commended Andorra's economic resilience and reforms during her inaugural visit since its 2020 membership. She stressed EU market access benefits and ongoing collaboration on key challenges.

Environment•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 21:45

C-14 Road Reopens After Wildfire Near Ponts in Catalonia Stabilized

Firefighters stabilized the blaze that disrupted the key route to Andorra, deploying up to 17 units. The road is now open, but crews monitor for hotspots amid high-risk conditions.

Culture•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 20:00

International Foodie Fest in Canillo Draws 5,000 Visitors, Up 43% From Last Year

The festival at former Pla de Canillo campsite featured international flavors, concerts, workshops, and children's activities. Organizers note boosted sales and engagement, cementing its status as a summer highlight in the parish.

Culture•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 19:45

Andorra la Vella Reopens Plaça del Poble with Festive Ceremony and Circle Dance

Around 400 people gathered under the sun for the official reopening of Andorra la Vella's Plaça del Poble, featuring a ribbon-cutting, blessing, orchestral premiere, and inclusive circle dance that united authorities and residents.

Culture•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 18:45

Escaldes-Engordany Parish Festival Draws Record Crowds with 1,650 Paella Portions

Escaldes-Engordany celebrated its 48th parish festival with record crowds enjoying 1,650 paella servings, casteller towers, folk dances from Ibiza guests, and water games for kids despite intense heat.

Environment•3 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 18:15

Pyrenees Avalanche Season Deadliest in Years with 12 Fatalities

The 2025-26 winter brought one of the Pyrenees' worst avalanche seasons in over a decade, driven by unstable snow layers from storms and temperature swings, with risks lingering into spring.

Health•3 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 16:45

Cedre Centre Serves 142 Residents in 2025 with Stable Admissions and Reduced Absences

In 2025, Cedre maintained 142 elderly residents with stable entries, reduced absences impacting social ties, and comprehensive care via 3,267 medical visits, physiotherapy, and 270 psychology sessions.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 13:30

Càtedra de Pensament Cristià Explores Infinite Dignity in Life and Death

Experts at the event addressed ethical challenges from conception through death, emphasizing respect for human dignity in reproduction, relationships, and palliative care amid modern societal shifts.

Health•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 10:30

Andorra CASS Board Elections Underway Amid Pension and Healthcare Debates

Candidates from workers, pensioners, and entrepreneurs vie for CASS board seats, debating reforms to secure pensions against demographic pressures while improving healthcare access and cutting bureaucracy. Voting runs through June 17 with new parish options.

Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Crash with Car on Andorra's CG-2 Road

Police and firefighters responded to the scene in Pas de la Casa. Medical teams stabilized the injured rider before hospital transfer. Injury details remain undisclosed, with collision causes under investigation.

Culture•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 07:15

Four young teams triumphed in the 12th World Robot Olympiad Andorra, designing robots for history-themed

missions to showcase programming, engineering, and teamwork skills amid rising STEAM interest.