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Artist apologises after backlash over painting

The French artist who painted on two abandoned houses in rural Lanzarote has apologized for her act but has also posted a sharp criticism of Lanzarote's attitude to its heritage.

Hang glider rescued

An injured hang glider was rescued from Punta Fariones yesterday.

Yellow wind alerts issued

Yellow alerts for high winds have been issued for Lanzarote today and tomorrow.

Art or vandalism?

Miss Van, a French street artist, posted images of the painting she created on a ruined house, which seems to be in the area of Mirador de los Valles. The image is a surreal, romantic depiction of a woman's head, with horns, red hair and a beaked carnival mask that matches the green of the house's door.

Rowdy passenger arrested

A flight from Luton to Lanzarote was diverted to Portugal on Thursday morning after a fight broke out involving seven passengers.

Gender violence calls increase

Calls to the Canarian Emergency Hotline for Victims of Gender Violence increased by 17% in 2023.

Action demanded at Las Grietas

The Cabildo has called for a meeting with Tías Ayuntamiento to solve the parking problems at Las Grietas, on the road between Tías and San Bartolomé.

Delicious Asian street food at Nakai Bar

The Nakai restaurant serves stunning Asian street food dishes with a focus on using Canarian products.

15-year-old girl missing

A 15-year-old girl from Playa Honda has been reported missing.

Calima arrives

Unsettled winds promise a week of changeable weather, as Lanzarote awakes to a light calima this Sunday. No warnings have been issued for the conditions.