The Latest Breaking News from Gran Canaria

Five African migrants dead after boat carrying over 100 people drifts for weeks in Atlantic Ocean

At least five African migrants died after their boat encountered trouble at sea. Forty-four survivors were rescued and brought to safety near Gran Canaria. Survivors reported being adrift for nearly a month without provisions. Many migrants suffered dehydration and illness after drinking seawater. The Atlantic route to the Canary Islands…

The Times of India · Sep 3

Aemet issues alerts in six regions and red warning in Gran Canaria for extreme heat

Spain's meteorological agency Aemet also warns of storms and heavy rain in Catalonia and Aragon, and keeps heat alerts in place for several regions.

Euronews · Aug 3

Pope Leo rails against migrant deaths on visit to Spain’s ‘dock of shame’

Pontiff calls on leaders to treat migrants more humanely as he concludes week-long Spanish tour in Gran Canaria

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

Why Is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2 Filming Cancelled? HBO Abandons Set After Massive Dam Overflow

HBO's 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Season 2 filming was halted due to severe flooding in Gran Canaria, forcing relocation to mainland Spain. The series is expected to air in 2027.

International Business Times UK · Apr 15

Freddy Brazier, 21, 'jets off to Gran Canaria after splitting with mother of his newborn baby'

Freddy Brazier, 21, is reported to have flown to Gran Canaria after splitting with the mother of his newborn baby

Evening Standard · Apr 12

Thousands evacuated in Canary Islands as storms hit Spanish islands before Easter holidays

Brits have been caught up in what is one of the worst storms to hit the Canary Islands in decades

Evening Standard · Mar 24

'Racing bikes is not the number one priority' – Tadej Pogačar comments on Vuelta a España protests and chances of his return to Spanish Grand Tour

World Champion also suggests Grand Tour calendar change, 'If they switch the Vuelta and Giro, it would be much better'

Cycling News · Nov 28, 2025

British man falls to his death in car park at Gran Canaria airport

Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to determine what happened

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2025

Retire in the Canary Islands for Beaches and Natural Beauty

Retirees enjoy Spain's Canary Islands, where life can be as hectic or chilled as you like. The one constant will be almost year-round mild weather.

Kiplinger · Aug 2, 2025

Gran Canaria migrant centre closed after allegations of child abuse

Court asks police to raid centre on outskirts of Las Palmas after ‘extensive evidence and testimony’ of alleged crimes

The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025