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Other•2 Related•Aug 15, 2026 • 18:15

Six Andorrans Safe in Indonesia After Deadly 7.7 Quake on Flores

Andorran authorities confirmed the safety of six citizens on Flores island following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that killed at least 47 people and prompted mass evacuations. Their registration enabled quick checks amid chaos from landslides and aftershocks.

Other•2 Related•Aug 14, 2026 • 11:45

Drink-driver and partner arrested in Pas de la Casa after assaulting police

A routine breathalyser check before 3am escalated when a driver tested over double the limit and both he and his partner resisted, insulted, and damaged a patrol vehicle in Andorra.

Other•3 Related•Aug 14, 2026 • 11:45

Drunk Man Caught with Loaded Revolver and Knife in Andorra la Vella

Andorra la Vella police detained a heavily intoxicated man en route to his hotel, discovering prohibited weapons. He was charged, held overnight, then released with an expulsion order amid suspicions of organized crime links.

Other•4 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 16:15

Statistics show growth across all parishes, driven by immigrants from Latin America, with foreigners now

55.4% of residents amid an aging demographic shift.

Other•2 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 13:00

Andorran Red Cross Launches Fundraiser for Colombia's Deadly 7.4 Quake Victims

A powerful quake devastated western Colombia, killing over 260 and injuring thousands. The Andorran Red Cross is mobilizing donations through local banks and Bizum to deliver urgent aid to survivors facing collapsed homes and disrupted services.

Other•2 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 12:15

94.4% of Andorrans Access Internet Daily, Mobile Phones Dominate

Government data reveals strong mobile reliance across demographics in Andorra, with younger users at full engagement despite lower rates among seniors. The principality trails some European neighbors in frequency but excels in wireless adoption.

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.

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.

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.

Other•4 Related•Aug 10, 2026 • 20:45

Andorra Confirms Two Residents Safe in Colombia After Deadly 7.4 Quake

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake devastated western Colombia, claiming at least 82 lives and toppling structures. Andorra's ministry verified the safety of its two registered residents there, with no others affected.

Other•3 Related•Aug 10, 2026 • 20:30

Andorra Removes Google App from School iPads After Child Accesses Adult Content

Andorra's Education Ministry has withdrawn 380 school iPads nationwide after a first-grader accessed adult content through the Google App. No data breaches occurred, but officials are removing the app, bolstering filters, and awaiting audits before resuming use.

Other•3 Related•Aug 10, 2026 • 12:00

Spanish Couple Arrested in Andorra for Stealing Laptop Backpack from Restaurant

Andorran police tracked a stolen backpack via GPS from a Pas de la Casa restaurant to Andorra la Vella, arresting a Spanish couple in a car park with the matching laptops and items inside their vehicle.

Other•4 Related•Aug 10, 2026 • 12:00

Andorra Police Arrest Man Over 45 Methadone Tablets, Drunk Driver, and Thief Couple

Authorities in Andorra made three arrests over the weekend: one for illegal methadone possession, a drunk driving incident, and a theft of computer equipment from a restaurant. Investigations continue.

Other•2 Related•Aug 09, 2026 • 11:30

Hooded Burglars Use Key to Steal €300 from Pas de la Casa Restaurant

Police probe a daring early-morning burglary at a Pas de la Casa eatery where intruders used a stolen key to access the till and attempt to crack a €60,000 safe, caught on camera despite hoods.

Other•2 Related•Aug 08, 2026 • 21:45

Family of Six Flees Andorran Restaurant Without Paying, Alert Issued

A restaurant in Andorra has warned peers via social media after a family of six dined and dashed on Saturday, leaving without paying. Staff shared descriptions of the group and their puppy to promote vigilance during peak season.

Other•3 Related•Aug 07, 2026 • 11:30

43-Year-Old Tourist Arrested in La Massana for Assaulting Partner and Minor Daughter

Andorran police detained a drunken 43-year-old tourist at a La Massana hotel after he assaulted his partner by pulling her hair and shoved their minor daughter amid a dispute. He resisted arrest aggressively.

Other•2 Related•Aug 06, 2026 • 20:45

Two Workers Injured by Falling Formwork at Andorra Construction Site

Emergency services swiftly responded to a construction site in Vilars d’Engordany after a formwork panel fell on two workers, causing non-serious injuries. Both were transported to Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell for care.

Other•2 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 17:00

Càritas Andorrana Donates €72K for Venezuela Earthquake Relief

The aid supports Cáritas Venezuela's shift from emergency kits and medical supplies to long-term reconstruction, backed by international partners like Caritas Germany.

Other•2 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 14:15

Andorra Firefighters Rescue 7 Tourists, Including 5 Kids, from Storm in Encamp

A mountain rescue team braved severe weather to save the hypothermic hikers who had panicked and ditched gear. Officials may charge for the operation and urge better preparation to avoid endangering crews.

Other•2 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 16:45

Andorran Police Arrest Tourists at Pas de la Casa with Ecstasy, Ketamine Hidden in Genitals

Authorities at Pas de la Casa border used a sniffer dog to uncover ecstasy, ketamine, and MDMA concealed in a tourist's handbag and intimate areas during routine checks. The pair faces charges for intent to sell.

Other•2 Related•Aug 02, 2026 • 17:00

Andorran GosSOS Boosts Volunteers to 108, Enhances Dog Adoption Process

Andorran animal welfare group GosSOS has expanded its volunteer base to 108, enabling structured daily animal care and a more rigorous adoption process with interviews, trainer support, and ongoing monitoring for successful placements.

Other•2 Related•Aug 01, 2026 • 17:15

Man Detained in Andorra for Alleged Assault on Partner

Andorran police arrested a man suspected of assaulting his partner at their home. He remains detained awaiting a judge's ruling on charges, with the investigation ongoing and few details released.

Other•2 Related•Aug 01, 2026 • 06:46

Andorran Police Warn of Phishing Scam in Fake Package Texts

Authorities in Andorra have alerted residents to a widespread SMS phishing scheme impersonating delivery services. The fraudulent texts urge clicking links to fake sites that steal data, with police confirming no packages or address issues exist.

Other•2 Related•Jul 31, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra Court Upholds 3-Year Rape Sentence for Madrid Tourist

Andorra's Superior Court dismissed appeals and upheld a three-year prison term for the assault on a seasonal worker, reducing effective time due to prior detention served.

Other•2 Related•Jul 31, 2026 • 13:15

The court ruled evidence sufficient for conviction on rape and injuries charges from October 2024 nightclub

assault. It found the 4-year term proportionate after rejecting both appeals.