Sports•3 Related•May 18, 2026 • 12:46Xavi Cardelús Finishes 23rd in Both Races at Czech Supersport RoundAndorran Yamaha rider climbs five positions each time at Most circuit, praises bike improvements and consistent performance ahead of MotorLand Aragón.
Sports•3 Related•May 18, 2026 • 06:16VPC Andorra Heartbroken by 14-16 Loss to Gipuzkoa, Misses Promotion Playoffs by One PointThe Andorran side needed a win in their season finale at Estadi Nacional to secure a top-four spot but fell short after a late long-range penalty by Carlos Estrada, finishing fifth on 18 points.
Politics•3 Related•May 17, 2026 • 21:16Andorra LGTBIQA+ Law Stalls as Term Ends, Diversand Cites IndifferenceDiversand reports officials dismissed their LGTBIQA+ law proposal citing time constraints before the mandate ends. The group urges action on discrimination protocols and education, inspired by Spain's model, amid Andorra's middling European rights ranking.
Sports•3 Related•May 17, 2026 • 18:46VPC Andorra Misses Promotion Play-Offs in Dramatic 14-16 Loss to GipuzkoaLast-gasp penalty by Carlos Estrada in the 80th minute leaves Andorran side in fifth place, one point behind CAU Valencia for the final spot.
Culture•2 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46Rockòdrom Music Festival Returns to Arinsal with Bala and Toundra as Opening ActsThe third edition on September 11-12 showcases rising stars from Spain's rock and post-rock scenes, signaling the event's growing prominence in the Pyrenees.
Sports•2 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:16Bulgarian Center Kostas Kostadinov Eyes NCAA Move Amid US InterestThe 23-year-old ACB training player, contracted with MoraBanc Andorra until 2028, is evaluating American college proposals as scouts praise his athleticism and finishing skills.
Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 13:02Andorra Union Warns Origin Hiring Risks Abuses and Local Job LossesUnió 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.
Health•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:32Andorra Health Minister Stresses Ibero-American Cooperation at Madrid ConferenceAndorra'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.
Business•5 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03Andorra Inflation Hits 4.8% in April 2026, Highest in Two YearsSharp 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 14, 2026 • 09:02Andorra Police Probe Disappearance of Pyrénées Heir Jean-Louis Pérez in South AfricaAndorran authorities investigate the vanishing of 75-year-old Jean-Louis Pérez, heir to the Pyrénées empire, last located in South Africa. No contact since late March despite family worries and Interpol involvement.
Politics•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17Andorra EU Association Approval Delayed to May 20-22 After Bulgaria ReservationBulgaria's reservation halted fast-track approval of Andorra's EU association agreement, rescheduling COREPER II to May 20 and the EU Council to May 22. Andorra's government remains calm amid the procedural shift.
Sports•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 17:16MoraBanc Andorra's Jordi Clua Dies at 71 After Cancer BattleA club stalwart who shaped MoraBanc Andorra across four decades in vital behind-the-scenes roles passed away following treatments abroad. He remained devoted through promotions and relegations.
Business•2 Related•May 13, 2026 • 06:31Andorra Hotels Propose Subsidies for Colombian Workers' Travel, Housing, FoodAndorra's hotel sector plans to subsidize 50% of flights plus full housing and meals for Colombian recruits registered with SENA, requiring a 9-month commitment to the employer.
Other•2 Related•May 13, 2026 • 05:31Vigil in Andorra la Vella Marks Late Dance Instructor's Birthday, Demands Tougher Spanish DUI LawsAround 70 family, friends gathered in Andorra la Vella to mark Carlos Manuel Miguel Chozo's 37th birthday with a vigil protesting 'road violence' and demanding tougher Spanish DUI laws.
Other•5 Related•May 12, 2026 • 07:32Andorra Grants 285 Citizenships in Q1 2026, 155 Full and 130 ProvisionalOfficial data shows 285 citizenships awarded in early 2026, split between full rights for long-term residents and naturalised individuals, and provisional status for those still tied to prior nationalities. Changes to residency rules loom.
Politics•2 Related•May 11, 2026 • 07:32EFTA Group Visits Andorra Amid EU Association Deal Delays from BulgariaAn EFTA delegation arrives in Andorra next week for talks on European integration as the EU association agreement faces holdup from Bulgaria's new government, shifting approval timelines.
Sports•3 Related•May 11, 2026 • 07:01VPC Andorra Clinches Fourth Place with 16-10 Win Over CN Poble Nou in Rainy BarcelonaHugo Llata's lone try and Gastón González's three penalties secure fourth straight victory, putting VPC three points clear of CAU ahead of final-round showdown for promotion play-offs.
Environment•2 Related•May 11, 2026 • 06:01Andorra Joins AI-Powered Cross-Border Project to Track Bears and Wolves in PyreneesAndorra joins EU-funded LoupO Coexistence project using AI to track bears/wolves in Pyrenees, cut livestock attacks, and assess attitudes across France, Spain.
Business•3 Related•May 09, 2026 • 12:46S&P Upgrades Andorra's Outlook to Positive, Keeps A-/A-2 RatingsStrong public finances, ECB liquidity access for banks, and EU integration advances prompted S&P Global Ratings to shift Andorra's sovereign outlook from stable to positive while affirming A-/A-2 ratings. Public debt stays low amid ample buffers.
Politics•3 Related•May 09, 2026 • 06:01Andorran Parliament Rejects Automatic Salary Indexation to InflationAndorra's parliament majority blocked an opposition push to study tying private salaries to consumer prices, favoring targeted aids like wage hikes and housing support over automatic adjustments amid inflation debates.
Environment•4 Related•May 08, 2026 • 19:20Andorran Rangers Confirm Three Young Male Brown Bears in SpringThree young male brown bears have appeared in Andorra's border areas during spring thaw, identified by rangers' photo traps and hair samples for genetic matching. No attacks reported, but farmers worry about livestock risks amid calls for coexistence.
Politics•4 Related•May 08, 2026 • 18:56Andorra downplays EFTA delay on EU association agreementAndorra's government insists its EU association agreement remains on track despite EFTA group's lack of unanimity over the pact's classification as a mixed agreement requiring national ratifications.
Politics•5 Related•May 07, 2026 • 21:16Andorra Holds First Meetings on EU Border Deal with Non-EU Resident GroupsAndorran officials met with leaders of Argentine, Peruvian, and Colombian resident associations to detail the upcoming EU border management agreement. The sessions aim to clarify requirements and collect feedback amid ongoing talks with France and Spain.
Transport•4 Related•May 07, 2026 • 07:0124-Year-Old Andorran Motorcyclist Faces Criminal Charges for 202 km/h Speeding in SpainPolice in Catalonia's Alt Pirineu region filed charges against a 24-year-old Andorran-plated motorcyclist caught exceeding 200 km/h in a 90 km/h zone. His bike was seized pending court appearance.
Environment•4 Related•May 06, 2026 • 19:31Andorra Rangers Confirm Three Young Male Bears in Spring Incursion ZonesThree young male brown bears have emerged in Andorra after hibernation, spotted in typical border zones via camera traps and tracks. Officials stress calm coexistence, no incidents, and genetic tests pending to identify them.