Astrophysicist Rafael Luque, recently awarded the prestigious Princesa de Girona Research Award, looks back on the five transformative years he spent in the Canary Islands as a PhD student. He discusses his groundbreaking work on sub-Neptune exoplanets and why the islands’ observatories remain among the best in the world.
From Tenerife to the stars: the scientist who hunted exoplanets Read More »
Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo delivered a politically charged speech on Día de Canarias, asserting the archipelago’s identity and rejecting outside interference. He warned of global instability and called for unity to face challenges from Europe and Spain.
Canary Islands ‘won’t take lessons from outside’, says Clavijo Read More »
The Spanish Housing Minister has formally warned the Canary Islands Government to act against over 14,200 illegal tourist homes detected by the Property Registry. Isabel Rodriguez has told regional authorities they are failing to clamp down on holiday rentals that are pushing locals out of the housing market. The warning comes after the Supreme Court struck down the state’s centralised short-term rental register.
Spain orders Canary Islands to close 14,200 illegal holiday lets Read More »
From a Tenerife family with French and Italian roots to a La Gomera dynasty built around a humble village shop, discover the multicultural heritage shaping modern Canarian identity. These five families reveal how tradition, food and community keep the archipelago’s spirit alive.
Canary Islands families: a tapestry of traditions and roots Read More »
Life in the Canary Islands is inseparable from nature. But the archipelago’s unique biodiversity, from the guirre bird to marine life, is under severe pressure from tourism, overfishing, and pollution. Experts explain what is being lost and what can still be saved.
The Canary Islands’ unique nature under threat: a look at the isles’ biodiversity Read More »
Saturday brings classic trade winds and pleasant spring temperatures across the Canary Islands. Expect clouds below 1,000 metres on northern slopes of mountainous islands, with occasional light drizzle possible in mid-elevation areas. Winds will be moderate, with strong gusts on exposed north-west and south-east coasts.
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The upcoming papal visit to the Canary Islands on 11 and 12 June presents one of the biggest security and coordination challenges the archipelago has seen in years. However, with less than two weeks to go, definitive mobility and security plans for Gran Canaria and Tenerife have yet to be finalised, raising concerns among church leaders and local authorities.
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A classic late-spring day across the archipelago. Expect cool mornings, moderate trade winds with strong gusts (up to 70km/h), and mostly clear skies after the morning clouds burn off. The ocean is rough in the north, with waves up to 2 metres.
Friday: classic trade winds soothe the Islands Read More »
Vodafone Empresas has announced plans to bring 5G coverage to 97% of the Canary Islands population by the end of the year. The company presented its infrastructure deployment plan and the strategic RING submarine cable project to local business leaders and government representatives in Tenerife.
Vodafone targets 97% 5G coverage across Canary Islands Read More »
The Canary Islands are the top summer destinations for Spanish travellers and increasingly popular with international visitors. Kayak data shows Santa Cruz de Tenerife leads domestic searches and features in the international top five, with flight price stability boosting appeal.
Canary Islands lead summer holiday searches for 2026 Read More »
