Icod Increases Dragon Tree Funding from 2025
Icod de los Vinos announced a significant increase in funding from 2025 to bolster conservation efforts for its iconic 800-year-old Dragon Tree, a National Monument and symbol of Tenerife.
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16-Year-Old Becomes Canary Islands' Youngest Pilot Student
Sixteen-year-old Daniel Luis Garrido from La Orotava has become the Canary Islands' youngest pilot student, rapidly progressing towards his private pilot's license with exceptional dedication.
Icod Increases Dragon Tree Funding from 2025
Icod de los Vinos announced a significant increase in funding from 2025 to bolster conservation efforts for its iconic 800-year-old Dragon Tree, a National Monument and symbol of Tenerife.
Güímar Industrial Estate Plagued by Rats and Rubbish
Residents of Güímar Industrial Estate are demanding urgent action from authorities to address severe health and environmental problems caused by excessive rubbish and a rampant rat infestation, attributed to irresponsible dumping and inadequate waste management.
Güímar Company Targeted in Digger Arson, Two Sought
The Civil Guard is investigating a series of security incidents targeting a company in Güímar, Tenerife, after a digger was deliberately set on fire on February 18, with two individuals sought in connection with the latest event.
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Metrotenerife Adds Extra Trams for Carnival Piñata Weekend
Metrotenerife will implement enhanced Line 1 tram services, including double trams and extended night operations with increased frequency, from February 20th to 22nd to accommodate the Carnival Piñata weekend.
"What Pain Doesn't Say" Conference Tackles Disability Pain Expression
Over 200 experts, officials, and families gathered at the "What Pain Doesn't Say" conference in San Cristóbal de La Laguna to address the critical challenge of unexpressed pain in people with disabilities and advocate for new, collaborative, and holistic approaches to care and support.
Sold-Out Aldis Congress Highlights Critical Need for Non-Verbal Pain Training
The Canary Islands Aldis Foundation's sold-out "What Pain Doesn't Say" congress reveals a critical, unmet need for training on how to detect pain in people with disabilities who cannot express it verbally.
Metrotenerife Trams Face 3-Day Service Changes for Track Maintenance
Metrotenerife tram services will experience significant disruptions from January 31 to February 2, with Line 1 partially operating and Line 2 suspended, due to preventive track maintenance.
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Residents of Güímar Industrial Estate are demanding urgent action from authorities to address severe health and environmental problems caused by excessive rubbish and a rampant rat infestation, attributed to irresponsible dumping and inadequate waste management.
Tenerife Man Held for Gender Violence on Women's Day
A man was arrested in Tenerife on International Women's Day, accused of unlawfully detaining and domestically abusing two women.
Jupol: Tenerife Police Store Drugs in Minors' Cells
The Jupol union has filed a complaint with the Juvenile Prosecutor's Office regarding the alleged use of a cell designated for minors at the National Police's Provincial Station in Tenerife to store seized drugs, raising concerns about safety and children's rights.
Aemet Issues Yellow Alert for Canaries Rough Seas, Strong Winds Monday
The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued a yellow alert for rough seas in the western islands and Gran Canaria starting Monday, March 9.
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Canary Islands Football Grapples With Rising Racism
Spanish football, particularly in the Canary Islands, faces growing concerns over racist incidents targeting migrant players, prompting community initiatives like the Sansofé Campus to promote integration and combat discrimination through sport.
Tenerife Masters Crowned Spanish Long-Distance Champions
The Tenerife Masters Club won the national club championship at the Spanish Open Long-Distance Masters Championship in Gran Canaria, securing 25 medals and leading the overall competition.
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Jennifer Runyon, 'Ghostbusters' Actress, Dies at 65
American actress Jennifer Runyon, known for her 1980s roles including "Ghostbusters" and "Charles in Charge," passed away last Friday at 65.
Journalist Carmelo Rivero Ferrera Publishes First Poetry Collection in 50 Years
Award-winning Canary Islands journalist Carmelo Rivero Ferrera has released *Como miran los mares*, his debut poetry collection, featuring rediscovered 1995 poems and new works, marking his first publication in over five decades.