The ninth edition of the Romería Canaria in Madrid surpassed all forecasts with 2,000 pilgrims taking part. The event featured honours for musician Pedro Guerra and Tirma president Virgilio Correa, along with a vibrant parade and traditional food. It has become one of the most important gatherings for the Canarian community outside the archipelago.
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The Canary Islands Government is organising a two-day conference on high-enthalpy geothermal energy in La Palma on 28 and 29 May. International experts from Iceland and the Azores will share their experience in harnessing the resource, which the Government says has enormous potential for the archipelago.
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Quality over quantity is the new mantra for the Canary Islands’ tourism model, and the latest figures show why. The archipelago has leapfrogged Catalonia to become Spain’s top region for tourist spending on non-essential items such as clothing and perfume.
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The Canary Islands Government’s 99% inheritance tax rebate has failed, with revenue dropping to just €30.1 million in 2025, a five-year low. Renunciations to inheritances have risen and donations have fallen, contradicting official projections and sparking political criticism.
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The Canary Islands government has declared a pre-alert for maximum temperatures across the archipelago from Sunday. Forecasts predict highs of 37C on Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, with other islands also affected. Authorities have issued safety advice for the public.
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A Canary Islands delegation is in Japan to promote the region as a hub for video game development. The mission, led by Proexca, includes key industry meetings in Tokyo and Kyoto, culminating in participation at the BitSummit indie game festival.
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The Canary Islands are in for a warm, dry Saturday with calima haze and rising temperatures. Eastern islands could see highs of 32°C, while light Saharan dust lingers over western peaks and mid-altitudes.
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The Canary Islands government has reported the first detection of an Asian hornet nest in the archipelago, found in an urban area of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The invasive species, which poses a threat to local biodiversity and public safety, was discovered with around 93 specimens. Authorities are asking for public help to locate more nests and advise against any interaction with the insects.
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The Canary Islands, alongside French and Portuguese ultra-peripheral regions, have called on the EU for flexibility in the application of the ETS emissions trading system to maritime transport. Port authorities warn the current rules are harming competitiveness and connectivity, risking trade diversion to North African ports.
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Friday brings summer-like warmth and mostly clear skies across the Canary Islands. A light calima will drift over southern areas and high peaks, while moderate northerly winds and a choppy ocean will keep coastal conditions lively.
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