Canary Islands News

Tenerife is taking a major leap in sustainable mobility by adding 70 new buses to its interurban fleet, including the island’s first electric buses and new double-decker models. This significant investment aims to improve service efficiency and meet growing passenger demand. Discover how this green revolution is set to transform travel across the island.

Nobel Prize-winning scientist Ben Feringa discusses the future of “living” materials, self-healing cars, and smart medicine at a Tenerife conference. In his first visit to the Canary Islands, he also champions a borderless scientific community and explores the island’s stunning landscapes. Discover how his groundbreaking work could revolutionize everything from recycling to cancer treatment.

The first Culinary Hotel Awards 2025 celebrated the exceptional gastronomy of the Canary Islands’ hotels in Puerto de la Cruz. The event highlighted how the islands’ unique fusion cuisine is a cornerstone of the tourist experience. Read about the chefs and hotels turning the Canaries into a premier destination for food lovers.

The first edition of the Culinary Hotel Awards recognizes the hotel sector’s dedication to avant-garde gastronomy in the Canary Islands. These prestigious awards highlight the entire professional chain behind an exceptional culinary experience. Learn how these hotels are integrating creative cuisine into their tourist narrative.

The Canary Islands are at the heart of a global movement to decolonize museums. This article explores the complex process, from the debate over displaying human remains to confronting the islands’ dual role as both colonized and colonizer. Discover how local institutions are rethinking their narratives for a more authentic future.

The Canary Islands Health Service is introducing standardized fees for students from private universities to undertake practical training in public hospitals. This move aims to create transparency and recover costs for the public healthcare system. The article also explores a controversial case involving a private university that was recently exempted from these payments.

The Canary Islands have achieved a record €3.14 billion in personal income tax revenue in the first eight months of 2024, a 14.4% year-on-year increase. This growth is fueled by a robust job market with over 94,000 more workers than in 2019 and collective wage agreements. Discover the factors behind this economic surge and what it means for the archipelago.

French activist Antoine Polliand stopped in Tenerife on his voyage to the COP30 climate summit in Brazil. He represents 900 cyclists from the Bike Ride for Climate Protection movement, advocating for ten measures to make cities more bike-friendly. His journey highlights the real potential of sustainable mobility in the fight against climate change.

A major new report presented in Tenerife outlines how strategic infrastructure investment could double Africa’s economy in 15 years. The analysis identifies a critical funding gap and a monumental opportunity for international business, particularly for Spanish and Canarian companies with relevant expertise. Learn why this is a pivotal moment for transformative development.

Groundbreaking archaeological research has revealed that Lanzarote was colonized around 1000 BC, centuries earlier than previously believed. Discover the fascinating evidence from El Bebedero and Buenavista sites that rewrites the island’s protohistory. Read the full article to explore how this discovery changes our understanding of the Canary Islands’ ancient past.