Endesa is spending more than €8 million this summer to reinforce the electricity network across the Canary Islands. The campaign uses drones, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology to inspect power lines and manage vegetation, reducing risks of outages and wildfires during high-demand months.
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The Canary Islands now account for over one in five of all accommodation workers in Spain, according to a new Randstad report. With nearly 20,000 new hospitality jobs added since 2023, the archipelago is cementing its status as a national heavyweight in tourism employment.
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Wednesday brings cloud and light rain to northern slopes, especially on Tenerife, La Palma, and El Hierro. Strong winds gusting over 70km/h will ease by the weekend. Temperatures drop slightly before rising again on Thursday.
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Tuscany Brut Nature, produced by Vicente Oliver Marrero Arencibia in Gran Canaria, has been crowned the Best Cider of the Canary Islands 2026 at the Agrocanarias Official Competition. The same brand also won the special distinction for Best Image and Presentation 2026, along with two Gold Medals. The third edition of the contest saw a total of 23 ciders compete, with prizes awarded across natural, sparkling, and carbonated categories.
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The Canary Islands government is accelerating negotiations over airport transfers, insisting on a model that goes beyond the recent Basque Country deal. Citing its 2018 autonomy statute, the region is demanding a stronger say on fees and strategic investments for its eight airports.
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A comprehensive study led by the University of La Laguna projects that climate change will cut rainwater reserves across the Canary Islands by up to 50% this century. Eastern islands like Gran Canaria face near-complete depletion, while western islands such as El Hierro could see reductions of 50-70%. The research highlights an urgent need for efficient water management amid growing tourism and agricultural demands.
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The Azores High keeps a firm grip on the Canary Islands, driving in strong trade winds from the northeast. Expect cloudy skies on northern slopes with a chance of light drizzle, while southern areas enjoy sunshine and highs near 30°C.
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A new report reveals tourists staying in luxury hotels in the Canary Islands consume five times more water than local residents. The study highlights the strain on limited water resources and calls for urgent action to address losses in supply networks.
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New build property prices in the Canary Islands have risen 12% in the last year, nearly three points above the national average of 9.1%. Only Aragón and Asturias come close, with increases of 11.6%. The sharp quarterly spike, recorded in the first three months of 2026, is driving the archipelago’s steep annual figure.
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Expect a classic trade wind Monday across the Canary Islands. Cloudy skies in the north with a chance of light drizzle, mostly clear elsewhere. Moderate winds with strong gusts on exposed slopes. Pleasant daytime temperatures across all islands.
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