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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

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

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

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Pope Leo XIV calls for a stronger response to migration crisis during Canary Islands visit

Leo XIV visits Gran Canaria to meet migrants and volunteers in Arguineguín before leading a large open-air mass attended by thousands on the island.

Euronews

Spain welcomes Pope Leo XIV on landmark six-day tour: key events and highlights

Millions are expected to attend events across Spain as Leo XIV combines religious celebrations with high-profile political meetings.

Euronews

Pope tours Spain with 12 speeches and over 2,500 kilometres planned

Pope Leo XIV will travel more than 2,500 kilometres between Madrid, Barcelona, Gran Canaria and Tenerife, and will deliver 12 speeches, as well as five homilies and five greetings. Here is the Pope's schedule by day and time.

Euronews

BEST Carbon SPORT 60 road wheels review: a budget race wheelset for speed merchants

BEST's Carbon SPORT 60 road wheels offer a wallet-friendly speed upgrade

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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

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

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

'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

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

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

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

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The Independent UK

Canary Islands judge blocks tourist tax after just one day

Officials in the Gran Canarian town intend to appeal the decision

The Independent UK

Canary Islands floods: What are your rights if your flight gets cancelled

Amid flight cancellations and diversions at Gran Canaria, know your rights if you are planning to fly

The Independent UK

Canary Islands flooding mapped: Where has been affected as islands remain under ‘pre-alert’ for rain?

Major flooding burst reservoir banks in Tenerife and Gran Canaria causing widespread damage in the popular holiday hotspots

The Independent UK

Airport forced to close over major flooding on Canary Islands after torrential rain

Locals in Gran Canaria and Tenerife are picking up the pieces after reservoirs burst their banks

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The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Canary Islands after flooding and is Gran Canaria airport closed?

As Carnival season arrives in the Canary Islands, some performances were cancelled due to the adverse weather

The Independent UK

Best P&O Cruises holidays: Top destinations, ships and winter deals

The best ships and sailings to experience P&O Cruises in 2025 and beyond

The Independent UK

Bemused tourists surrounded by protestors on beach as Spanish locals call for change

Protesters appeared on a beach while tourists were sunbathing and chanted ‘This beach is ours’

International Business Times

Thousands Protest In Spain's Canary Islands Against Mass Tourism

Thousands of flag-waving demonstrators hit the streets across Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday to demand restrictions to the mass tourism they say is overwhelming their Atlantic archipelago.

The Independent UK

Canary Islands: UK holidaymakers warned over anti-tourism protests

Demonstrations are due to take place in Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura

Autosport

Race of Champions: What is the famous motoring event?

Australia will make its debut hosting the historic Race of Champions in 2025 as the motorsport event will head to Sydney’s Accor Stadium.

Advnture

Call it the Dauwalter effect: The North Face Transgrancanaria race sells out at unprecedented pace

All 4,600 bibs associated with the event have sold out six months in advance

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