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Government launches Public Consultation to renew 30-year-old Canaries Tourism Law
Government launches Public Consultation to renew 30-year-old Canaries Tourism Law

This is pivotal step in reshaping the archipelago’s approach to one of its most vital economic sectors…

Pope Francis dies aged 88 on Easter Monday
Pope Francis dies aged 88 on Easter Monday

He made what would be his final public appearance yesterday at the Vatican, where he greeted crowds during the Easter Service…

‘Nika, the Pilot Whale’: A documentary raising awareness about the future of the Canary Islands
‘Nika, the Pilot Whale’: A documentary raising awareness about the future of the Canary Islands

The new film is made through the eyes of the whale and addresses the problems of mass tourism and overpopulation on the environment…

Man arrested after driving with partner’s dead body in car boot
Man arrested after driving with partner’s dead body in car boot

The identity of the victim has not yet been publicly released…

The islands end Easter with yellow weather warnings for wind and rough seas
The islands end Easter with yellow weather warnings for wind and rough seas

Here are the details of the pre-alerts issued by the government…

Wind and light rain forecast in parts of the Canary Islands this Saturday
Wind and light rain forecast in parts of the Canary Islands this Saturday

Here is today’s forecast for each of the islands…

Canarians on Alert: UK food ban for travellers will affect local producers
Canarians on Alert: UK food ban for travellers will affect local producers

Passengers entering the UK can no longer take in any meat or dairy products such as sausages, salamis, pâtés, or cheese, among others…

New mass protests against tourism model and housing crisis scheduled for 18th May
New mass protests against tourism model and housing crisis scheduled for 18th May

‘Canarias Tiene Un Límite’ have warned that future actions will not be confined to peaceful demonstrations…

Hotel workers in Tenerife start strike and protests amid Easter Holiday rush
Hotel workers in Tenerife start strike and protests amid Easter Holiday rush

Thousands of employees are protesting outside hotels across the island…

Easter weather in the Canary Islands: Wind takes centre stage
Easter weather in the Canary Islands: Wind takes centre stage

Over the next few days, skies are expected to remain mostly clear, although strong winds from the northeast will be the most notable feature…

Smoke detected in cabin on flight to the Canary Islands triggers emergency landing
Smoke detected in cabin on flight to the Canary Islands triggers emergency landing

The flight was diverted to Lanzarote as it was the nearest airport to land at…

Canary Islands airports report lowest punctuality in Spain: One in four flights delayed
Canary Islands airports report lowest punctuality in Spain: One in four flights delayed

Thousands of passengers have been eligible for compensation due to the delays…

72 people lost their live from drowning last year according to the latest Aquatic Accident Map
72 people lost their live from drowning last year according to the latest Aquatic Accident Map

62% of those who lost their lives were foreign nationals from seven different countries. Full analysis here…

Health authorities warn of rising skin cancer rates in the Canary Islands
Health authorities warn of rising skin cancer rates in the Canary Islands

The warning comes as the Islands record the highest levels of ultraviolet radiation in Europe, three times higher than mainland Spain…

Rain showers expected across the Canary Islands this Friday
Rain showers expected across the Canary Islands this Friday

The public are warned to be aware of potential landslides due to the recent accumulation of rainfall…

Pink Moon to light up Canary Islands skies this weekend
Pink Moon to light up Canary Islands skies this weekend

This phenomenon determines the date of Easter, which is the first Sunday after the first full moon following the March equinox…

Psychologists warn against relying on mental health advice from social media influencers
Psychologists warn against relying on mental health advice from social media influencers

They are urging the public to exercise caution and seek proper guidance from qualified experts…

Storm Olivier soaks the Canary Islands as weather alert downgraded
Storm Olivier soaks the Canary Islands as weather alert downgraded

Yellow weather alerts for rain, storms and wind, remain in effect until 8:00pm this evening…

DGT installing 10 new speed cameras across the Canary Islands:
DGT installing 10 new speed cameras across the Canary Islands:

Here are the locations and details of all of them…