Andorra

Country, Region, or Cross-Border Area

Health•2 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 20:00

Andorran Officials Visit Monaco's Princess Grace Hospital for Expansion Insights

Andorran health and urban planning leaders examined Monaco's advanced medical facilities to inform the Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital expansion, focusing on construction and service rollout strategies.

Sports•3 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 14:45

Dynafit Andorra Trail 8 Draws 500+ Runners from 17 Nations

Over 500 athletes from 17 countries will race rugged Andorra trails mixed with urban streets in this three-day challenge. Local leaders highlight economic benefits and family-friendly downtown hub.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 13:45

Mònica Sala Carrasco Steps Down as Carnet Jove Andorra Director

The government-managed youth association announced the departure to prioritize deeper connections with young people and integration with public initiatives. An open call for candidates emphasizes required skills for this renewed mission.

Culture•3 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 13:15

Michelin-Starred Deliranto Chef Pep Moreno Relocates from Salou to Andorra

Renowned Tarragona chef Pep Moreno will shift his acclaimed Deliranto restaurant to Andorra la Vella, maintaining its innovative style with local ingredients. He takes on executive chef duties for the hotel group amid a phased rollout.

Andorra Parking Elevator Shut Due to Leaks from Plaza Remodelling

Leaks from the Plaça del Poble remodelling project have forced the closure of an elevator at Aparking Vinyes in Andorra la Vella, with water infiltrating the facility. The operators blame the commune's negligence and have taken legal action amid ongoing delays.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Confirms No Exclusion of Catalan Teachers from Spanish School Training

Minister Ladislau Baró clarified that training under the Spain-Andorra education pact is accessible to all eligible professionals, countering parliamentary concerns about access barriers for non-María Moliner staff.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 10:45

Andorra PS Proposes Tenant Protections and Church Equality in Property Bill

Social Democrats table reforms to prioritise tenant rights, eliminate Church privileges, and integrate with rental databases for equitable housing oversight in Andorra.

Culture•2 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 21:30

Andorra Poetry Rally Marks 5th Year of Pablo Hasél's Imprisonment

Organizers and locals recited poems from prison authors at an open rally outside a bookshop, protesting the rapper's six-year sentence for his lyrics and posts. Attendees highlighted local issues like low wages amid calls against expressive repression.

Environment•2 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 21:30

Escaldes-Engordany Backs Andorra's UNESCO Biosphere Bid After Core Zone Adjustment

The council endorsed the national candidacy after government tweaks removed the parish's Madriu-Perafita-Claror valley administration from the core zone, addressing concerns over duplicate protections and existing UNESCO World Heritage status. Minority parties supported the sustainable step.

Culture•3 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 19:15

Andorra's 24th Ànima Puppet Festival Blends Tradition and Modernity Nov 1-14

The event spans two weeks with diverse shows like *El viatge de la Nuru* for schools and innovative works exploring storytelling through puppets, physical theatre, and objects. Ambassadors praise its evolution in the digital age.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 17:15

Pyrenees Housing Groups Rally Against Second Homes and Tourist Rentals

Groups including Pirineu Viu protest the housing crisis fueled by second homes and seasonal rentals that displace locals in Catalonia's Pyrenees. They call for urgent regulations and public housing expansion to retain communities.

Health•2 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 16:45

Andorra Trains 100 Professionals on Detecting Gender-Based Violence

Experts equipped Andorran health, social, legal, and police staff with tools for identifying gender violence risks and improving victim coordination. Mariona Cadena noted progress via specialized services.

Business•4 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra's CEA Launches First Transborder Business Forum with Catalonia and Occitania

Andorra's Business Confederation is hosting the inaugural forum to enhance cross-border ties, drawing on examples like the Alpine Space programme and pushing for economic diversification via neighbourly partnerships.

Health•4 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra Hospital Confirms Music Therapy Cuts Anxiety, Pain in Palliative Care Study

Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell in Andorra completed a year-long trial proving music therapy significantly eases symptoms for palliative oncology patients. Results show immediate benefits, paving way for broader hospital rollout.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra's PS Proposes Amendments for Equitable Higher Education Reform

Social Democrats push reforms to enhance university access for all Andorrans, bolster quality agency independence, stabilize academic jobs, and mandate parliamentary oversight for new institutions.

Other•4 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 12:45

Andorra Bans iPads in Primary Schools Over Security Gaps After Kids Access Adult Content

Andorra's Education Department has permanently ruled out iPads in primary schools due to unfixable security flaws exposed by a recent audit and a student incident involving adult content.

Business•3 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 12:00

Andorra's Money Supply Rises 4.4% to €7.434B in Q2 2026 Despite External Asset Drop

Andorra's broad money supply climbed 4.4% year-on-year to €7.434 billion in Q2 2026, driven by deposit growth, while net external assets declined 7.6%. Strong private sector lending reached €4.105 billion.

Business•4 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 11:30

Andorra's Social Protection Spending Hits €375.5M in 2025, Up 9.2%

Public spending on social protection in Andorra climbed to a record €375.5 million last year, fueled by sharp rises in elderly and illness benefits despite drops in family and unemployment aid.

Culture•3 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 11:00

Andorra Correos Issues Stamp Honoring Juclà Mountain Refuge

Correos celebrates Andorra's high-mountain heritage with a new 'Paisatges' stamp featuring the iconic Refugi de Juclà. Nestled amid granite peaks and waterfalls, the refuge serves hikers seeking shelter and stunning natural beauty.

Andorra Resumes Blasting at Rocafort Tunnel After Resident Complaints

Construction firms have notified residents and restarted blasting operations at the Rocafort tunnel's north portal in Andorra. The move follows a temporary suspension caused by complaints over damaging vibrations and flying stones, with the project remaining on schedule for 2027.

Culture•2 Related•Oct 05, 2026 • 00:15