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Other•2 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 21:15

Helicopter Rescues Horse, Hiker in Andorra After Injury Alerts

Andorran firefighters responded to multiple emergencies Sunday, airlifting an injured horse from a mountain refuge and a hiker from a lake area, while a road crash sent a cyclist to hospital.

Other•2 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Animal Rescue Pushes for Pet Criteria in Rentals After Pregnant Tenant's Eviction

Andorra's ARPA advocates for clear guidelines to assess pets in rentals amid a dispute where a pregnant tenant lost her home over a dog, despite courts finding no issues. The group urges legislative standards to resolve landlord-tenant-pet conflicts fairly.

Other•2 Related•Sept 18, 2026 • 17:45

A 25-year-old resident battles through courts for her right to keep an emotional support dog amid pregnancy

and health struggles, now in temporary shelter.

Other•2 Related•Sept 17, 2026 • 19:30

Andorran Red Cross Solidarity Shop Sees 8% User Rise, Aids 128 People

Andorra la Vella parish organizes a solidarity fitness event on October 3 to fund the Red Cross shop, which reports an 8% user increase and aids 128 amid economic pressures.

Other•2 Related•Sept 16, 2026 • 15:00

Andorran Court Acquits One, Suspends Sentence for Other in 2019 Carnival Brawl

Judges dismissed serious injury charges against two youths in a chaotic 2019 Encamp Carnival group fight, citing lack of proof. Victim withdrew his complaint years later, unable to identify attackers.

Other•2 Related•Sept 15, 2026 • 12:30

Andorran Data Agency Hosts Privacy Workshop for Students with Genís Roca

The Andorran Data Protection Agency partners with a local school for a student workshop on digital rights and safe tech use. Expert Genís Roca addresses everyday online risks to foster critical awareness.

Other•3 Related•Sept 15, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra's Population Hits 90,105, Up 1.9% with Gains Across All Parishes

Andorra's Department of Statistics reports growth in every parish, driven by non-Andorran nationals and seniors. The working-age group dominates at 73.3% of residents.

Other•3 Related•Sept 14, 2026 • 12:00

Andorran Police Arrest Five for Traffic Violations, Drugs and Reckless Crash

Authorities in Andorra detained five individuals over the weekend on charges ranging from reckless driving and DUI to drug possession and violating expulsion orders. Injuries occurred in a high-speed crash in Andorra la Vella.

Other•2 Related•Sept 12, 2026 • 14:30

AQUA Mourns Death of Evaluation Commission Member Dr. Carles Solà

The Andorran Agency for the Quality of Higher Education pays tribute to Dr. Carles Solà i Ferrando, who died after serving six years on its Evaluation Commission. His expertise enhanced quality assurance in Andorra's university sector.

Other•2 Related•Sept 11, 2026 • 17:45

Firefighters in Encamp Cut Open Door to Free Trapped Man from Storage Unit

Encamp firefighters used cutting tools to open a jammed storage unit door, rescuing a man found inside in good health. Police supported the quick operation amid traffic management.

Other•3 Related•Sept 11, 2026 • 15:00

Runaway Joe Investigators Search Andorra for US Fugitive Traces, Find None

A team probing the 1967 poisoning case of US fugitive Joseph Maloney spent days in Andorra interviewing locals and checking records but found no recognition of him or his short wife Maria, who cared for him amid dementia.

Other•4 Related•Sept 10, 2026 • 13:15

Andorra's Passport Ranks 36th Globally in 2026 with 159-Destination Access

The September Passport Reports index shows Andorra's passport at 36th worldwide, down slightly from recent years, with visa-free or easy access to 159 countries including full European and Gulf coverage despite inbound restrictions.

Other•4 Related•Sept 09, 2026 • 10:45

Andorra Schools Start Year Without iPads After Pupil Accesses Porn

Andorran classrooms launched the new academic year sans iPads following a security breach exposing a child to inappropriate content. An ongoing audit will determine if the devices can safely return, as enrollment dips overall.

Other•2 Related•Sept 07, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Firefighters Perform Three Helicopter Rescues in Massana and Canillo

Firefighters in Andorra airlifted a cyclist with chest trauma, two lost hikers, and an elderly person who fell ill from popular outdoor sites in Massana and Canillo parishes on Sunday. All were non-residents.

Other•3 Related•Sept 07, 2026 • 12:30

Man Arrested in Andorra la Vella for Assaulting 12-Year-Old Boy After Park Dispute

Authorities in Andorra la Vella charged a 40-year-old man with assaulting a 12-year-old boy following a dispute involving the suspect's stepson in a local park. This marks one of eight recent police arrests for violence and safety offenses.

Other•2 Related•Sept 05, 2026 • 20:45

Firefighters Handle Generator Smoke in Pont Pla Tunnel and Restaurant Burning Smell

Emergency crews addressed two minor fire alerts in Andorra on Saturday afternoon, confirming smoke from poor combustion in a tunnel generator and a burning odor at a restaurant. No damage or injuries occurred.

Other•3 Related•Sept 05, 2026 • 11:45

Irish journalists probe FBI fugitive Mick O'Shea's death in Andorra care home

Investigators tied to a popular Irish podcast are traveling to Andorra to chase a lead on whether longtime FBI fugitive Joseph Maloney died there around 2005 under an alias. They plan to scour old care homes and interview witnesses.

Other•2 Related•Sept 02, 2026 • 20:30

Andorra Firefighters Aid French Rescue with Lifeseeker Tech for Missing Hiker

Specialists from Andorra flew in by helicopter to assist in locating a 74-year-old man missing near Saint-Girons. Their Lifeseeker device, which pings active phones for precise coordinates, identified the signal, but the hiker remains unfound.

Other•2 Related•Sept 02, 2026 • 18:45

Overheating Computer Sparks Small Fire in Andorra Parking Garage

Emergency crews quickly contained a storage room fire at Prat Gran parking in Escaldes-Engordany, sparked by an overheating computer, ensuring safety and restoring access within hours.

Other•2 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 20:15

University of Andorra Opens Pre-Enrolment for Doctoral Programme Until November

The University of Andorra's International Doctoral School begins accepting online applications today for its research-focused doctoral programme, part of the European Higher Education Area. It emphasises socially relevant fields to advance Andorra's progress.

Other•3 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 12:00