The Teide volcano on Tenerife has recorded several pulses of seismic activity over the last 24 hours, with the IGN detecting dozens of low-magnitude tremors west of Las Cañadas. Experts confirm the activity is within normal parameters for a volcanic territory and does not increase the short or medium-term risk of eruption.
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A high-level South Korean scientific and business delegation has visited the Canary Islands to study the pioneering ‘Life Nieblas’ project, which captures water from fog to reforest degraded land. The initiative has already seen remarkable success in Gran Canaria, capturing 120,000 litres of water and planting 15,000 trees. The visit highlights the strategic role of the Canary Islands in the global fight against desertification.
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The Tenerife Cabildo announced Wednesday that it has denied the ‘Parque Regenerativo Underwater Gardens Park Tenerife’ its status as a project of insular interest, effectively blocking its development. The decision halts a major commercial initiative in the protected Teno-Rasca marine area after environmental groups raised concerns.
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A dozen earthquakes have been detected across the Canary Islands since Saturday, with five registering above magnitude 2.0. The strongest tremor, a 2.5 magnitude event, struck El Hierro, while most activity was concentrated in the Atlantic channel between Tenerife and Gran Canaria.
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A 62-year-old man has tragically died off the coast of Santa Cruz de Tenerife after being found floating near Playa de Las Gaviotas. He was part of a group swimming between Las Teresitas and Playa Chica. Police believe he may have suffered a heart attack.
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Explore the culinary world of the ancient Canarians (Guanches) in this third instalment of our series. From gofio-making and fish-scaling with goat horns to meat drying and natural fermentation, discover the sophisticated food preparation techniques used by the indigenous people of the Canary Islands.
What the Guanches ate: cooking, preserving and feasting Read More »
Researchers from the Spanish Institute of Oceanography have discovered vibrant ecosystems teeming with life on seamounts around the Canary Islands at depths of up to 2,000 metres. The pristine habitats, found north of Lanzarote and south of El Hierro, could settle the debate over future deep-sea mining in these protected waters. Scientists say the findings underscore the need for long-term conservation plans.
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Five cheeses from the Canary Islands have been recognised at this year’s prestigious Cincho Cheese Awards, taking four golds and one silver. The winners include artisan producers from Gran Canaria, La Palma, and Fuerteventura, showcasing the islands’ unique cheesemaking heritage.
Five Canary Islands cheeses triumph at Cincho Cheese Awards 2026 Read More »
A project to install 80 sunbeds with parasols on concrete platforms at the protected Tecorón site on El Hierro has been suspended by the Coastal Authority. The decision follows a public complaint from environmental activists who warned of damage to lava fields and habitats of protected species. The council admits it lacked a necessary permit for the Special Protection Area for Birds (ZEPA).
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New research from the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias has uncovered how dark galaxies form, solving a long-standing astronomical puzzle. The study provides a roadmap for detecting these invisible galaxies, which could transform our understanding of the universe. Astronomers say we are closer than ever to finding them.
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