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More calima this Wednesday in the Canary Islands getting thicker this afternoon
More calima this Wednesday in the Canary Islands getting thicker this afternoon

It will be generally clear with some clouds later and temperatures up to 26 degrees…

31-year-old man arrested in connection with shooting in Playa Honda
31-year-old man arrested in connection with shooting in Playa Honda

He handed himself into the Guardia Civil on Monday in the south of Lanzarote…

The fascinating world of lucky numbers in gambling
The fascinating world of lucky numbers in gambling

There are lucky numbers in gambling that mean different things to many players…

Lost paradise: The story of the Salvaje Islands that should have been part of the Canaries
Lost paradise: The story of the Salvaje Islands that should have been part of the Canaries

In 2018 La Graciosa was officially recognised as the 8th Canary Island, however, there could have been eleven!

Police seize over 400 dangerous counterfeit toys in the south of Tenerife
Police seize over 400 dangerous counterfeit toys in the south of Tenerife

They pose a health risk to children as none of them had the correct labelling for undergoing legal safety tests…

Bar goes viral throughout Spain for giving discounts for positive vibes
Bar goes viral throughout Spain for giving discounts for positive vibes

The gesture for smiling or being kind to staff has made them more and more popular…

Punta Mujeres natural pools closed due to faecal water contamination
Punta Mujeres natural pools closed due to faecal water contamination

Swimming and bathing are prohibited until further notice to avoid the risk of contamination to the public…

3.4 magnitude earthquake rattles the south of Gran Canaria
3.4 magnitude earthquake rattles the south of Gran Canaria

The IGN have reported that it was felt by much of the population in various towns across the island, but didn’t cause any damage…

Frustration of Tenerife landlord who cannot evict his tenant despite debt of €16,000
Frustration of Tenerife landlord who cannot evict his tenant despite debt of €16,000

It’s no surprise that owners are concerned about renting out their properties long term due to the risk of tenants becoming insolvent…

AEMET warns of an Atlantic front bringing rain to the Canary Islands
AEMET warns of an Atlantic front bringing rain to the Canary Islands

The Calima continues to affect the islands as temperatures rise slightly to highs of 27 degrees…

Tui, Jet2 and Ryanair are worried about rising accommodation prices in the Canary Islands
Tui, Jet2 and Ryanair are worried about rising accommodation prices in the Canary Islands

Although winter and summer bookings are good so far, they have warned of a possible recession in the UK and Germany…

Portuguese Man of War jellyfish return to the beaches of Lanzarote
Portuguese Man of War jellyfish return to the beaches of Lanzarote

They pose a threat to swimmers due to their long tentacles and the extreme discomfort their stings can cause…

Tricky landings in the Canary Islands to 'avoid' the calima and wind
Tricky landings in the Canary Islands to 'avoid' the calima and wind

Pilots have had to battle with the changing conditions to land safely causing some delays in departures…

Ministry of Health reports an alarming increase in sexually transmitted diseases
Ministry of Health reports an alarming increase in sexually transmitted diseases

The Canary Islands has the highest number of reported cases of syphilis in Spain over the last year…

More than 5,000 people have made it to the Canary Islands so far this year
More than 5,000 people have made it to the Canary Islands so far this year

This is more than ten times the number at the start of 2023, as the Atlantic continues to become a watery grave for many trying for a better life…

HiperDino launches spectacular offer of 50% off 50 products
HiperDino launches spectacular offer of 50% off 50 products

The supermarket chain is launching this promotion in categories such as food, drink and household items until the end of January…

Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival 2024: Full program of events
Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival 2024: Full program of events

Here is an overview of all the contests, galas, and street parties taking place over the next three weeks…

Yellow weather warnings continue for haze and wind this Saturday
Yellow weather warnings continue for haze and wind this Saturday

Here is the forecast from the Met Office island by island for today…

Calima, strong winds, and bad sea conditions hit the south of Tenerife
Calima, strong winds, and bad sea conditions hit the south of Tenerife

Some excursions and boat trips have been cancelled but the airport and flights have not been affected as yet…

Police arrest a tourist for falsely reporting he was robbed and his credit card used
Police arrest a tourist for falsely reporting he was robbed and his credit card used

He claims there were unauthorised charges of €8,000 on his credit card which police proved he spent in a nightclub in south Tenerife!