Off-duty Guardia Civil officer rescues unconscious swimmer from rough seas
The man fell into the water from a kayak despite red warning flags, and the officer went straight in to rescue him…
Young people across the Canary Islands eligible for new €400 grant
It can be spent on books, digital services, concerts, theatre, museums, and aims to boost cultural interest among young people…
The Canaries begin the week with rising temperatures and some strong winds
Here is the full forecast for each island with temperatures up to 27°C…
DGT warns: Off-Road driving could result in fines up to €30,000
Current traffic laws strictly regulate motor vehicle access to rural tracks, forest paths, and unpaved terrain…
Canary Islands minister open to Tourist Tax – but says exempting locals may be impossible
The tax is seen as a means of more fairly distributing the economic benefits generated by the islands’ booming tourism sector…
Two arrested for €500,000 used car scam in the Canary Islands
They have allegedly defrauded dozens of customers…
Canary Islands airports handled over 4.1 million passengers in May, up 4.4% on 2024
Gran Canaria airport leads in passenger numbers, while domestic and international traffic both show year-on-year growth…
Man arrested for stealing gold bars worth over €53,000 in the Canary Islands
Police opened an urgent investigation to locate the stolen gold before they could be sold or smuggled off the island…
Body of missing diver found floating off the coast of El Hierro
The 50-year-old man had gone freediving off Charco Manso and failed to return…
Strong northeasterly winds expected in the Canary Islands this Friday
Cloudy skies and some drizzle possible in northern areas. Full forecast here…
Ryanair to fine passengers €500 for disruptive behaviour on flights
They will also pursue offenders in court to seek further compensation to stop passengers from causing trouble on board their planes…
National Police officer suspended for offering asylum in exchange for sex
He initiated contact with migrants on the same day their asylum applications were opened…
Important Canary Islands Laws you should know about
The Canary Islands operate under Spanish law, but they also have specific regional regulations that affect residents and visitors alike…
Canarian Government to inspect working conditions and health and safety in VV properties
Suggested improvements include the introduction of height-adjustable beds and motorised cleaning trolleys…
Wednesday’s Weather: Clear skies with temperatures up to 27°C
Here is the full forecast for each of the islands…
VIN Check Essentials: Revealing stolen vehicles and scam risks in the Canary Islands
Learn how to avoid buying a stolen or scam car with essential tips, including the importance of a VIN check…
Extra ferry added between mainland Spain and the Canary Islands for the summer
There will be a fourth weekly sailing from Huelva in southern Spain as follows…
The number of VV beds in Tenerife is now close to the number of hotel beds available
Holiday Lets have increased by 30% in the last six years, whereas hotel beds which have only grown by 1% since 2019…
Spain's iGaming Market Projected to Reach $39.82 Billion by 2033
The challenge in the future will be achieving continuous growth despite changing customer habits and regulations…
Divers collected 45 kilos of rubbish in one day from two popular beaches in the Canary Islands
Marine litter kills over a million birds and 100,000 sea turtles in Spain every year…
