"We’ve got to stop talking about tourist numbers - the main issues are quality and profit"
The new Balearic minister for tourism talks about tourist numbers, the tourist tax, cruise ships and more.
Crime
Seven and a half year sentence demanded for 2013 fire
The fire at the end of July 2013 affected 2,347 hectares in the Tramuntana Mountains.
Police
Man knocked down and killed by taxi in Palma
The taxi-driver tested negative for alcohol.
Police
Briton arrested for suspected rape in Magalluf
The alleged rape was at a hotel near Punta Ballena on Friday morning.
Weather
Majorca on heat alert
Keep cool as it's going to be a hot one!
Police
Police can record drivers with signs of having taken drugs
This will be in addition to the current saliva test.
Police
Playground castle set fire to
The rubber base and some wooden posts were affected. There were no injuries.
Science
First signals from Apollo II landing on the moon beamed to Majorca
The former US satellite base on top of Puig Major received the first message from Apollo 11 when it landed on the Moon.
Emergencies
Russian girl fighting for her life
She was on holiday with her family.
Cruise tourism
Palma town hall holds talks over cruise ships
The debate continues about cruise ships in Palma.
Tourism
Retailers call for Palma holiday rentals study
“We cannot allow poor treatment of tourists; we live from them.”
Police
Gang rape suspect claims sex was consensual
The Guardia Civil are currently studying hotel security camera footage and the content of phones belonging to four men in all.
Magalluf
Fund in the name of Briton who died after Magalluf balcony fall
Freddie Pring was an extremely popular young rugby player.
Celebrities
Michael Douglas' beautiful Majorca video
Michael Douglas in Majorca video which in our opinion is worthy of an Oscar!
Police
Man hunt after petrol station robbery
Police across the island have been placed on alert.
Environment
Cruise ship solar cream fears
The last warning was on July 8.
Celebrities
Hen night in Malaga for Rafa's bride?
The wedding could take place in August.
Fiestas
Inca plastic bull run
This event took place at the Plaza d'Espnaya in Inca.
Politics
Spain's Podemos party rejects Sanchez's plan for cabinet
Parliament will vote next week on whether to confirm or reject Sanchez as premier.
Weather
June 2019 was the hottest on record across the globe
Europe, Asia and Africa, as well as the Hawaii and U.S. Gulf of Mexico regions experienced their hottest Junes on record.
Tourism
"German tourism down by 15 per cent, Brexit has failed to hit Britons..."
According to 57% of hotel confederation members, domestic tourism is expected to rise; 49% point to a drop in foreign tourism.
Travel
Ryanair's British pilot union to vote on possible August strike
Strike action would take place in late August.
Politics
Spain's Sanchez says Podemos leader cannot be in government
Spain's parliament voting next week.
Police
Robbery gang at work in Calvia
Police suspect that a highly organised gang is responsible
Emergencies
Man drowns at Can Picafort beach
The man is well known in the area.
Nautical
Super yacht with six swimming pools drops anchor
Ocean Victory is valued at 300 million dollars.
Magalluf
Girlfriend of Briton who died falling from Magalluf balcony blames lack of safety
Death has sparked debate on social media.
Environment
Balearic beaches stubbing out smoking
The no-smoking beach initiative is for two main reasons - people’s health and reducing cigarette waste (butts).
Animal welfare
Animal rights group questions Palma bullring compliance
The Assaib animal rights association does not want the bullfight to go ahead next month.
Heritage
Roman wreck found off Can Pastilla
The boat was some ten metres long and five metres wide.
Environment
Posidonia information campaign at Calvia beaches
Awareness being increased among beachgoers.
Police
Over 140 arrests in Playa de Palma
The greatest number of arrests have been for theft.
Tourism
Discounts of up to 30% for holiday rentals
UK and Germany make up 70 percent of the villa market in the Balearics.
Police
Colombian caught in Spain with cocaine under toupee
The Colombian was detained at the end of June.
Nautical
Nadal selling his yacht
The tennis star is selling his yacht as he has ordered a 30 metre catamaran.
Animal welfare
Calls for town hall to prevent Palma bullfight
Council claims bullfight cannot take place because the required paperwork has not been submitted.
Majorca
Good morning to you!
Big bang of fiestas continues and stable weather across the island.
Health
Patient waiting times on the increase
With regard to patients waiting for 60 days or more, there was an increase of 146%.
Police
Sentenced for wave of Santa Ponsa car thefts
Total sentence of four and a half years given.
Travel
Havoc on a flight from Scotland to Ibiza
More than 30 passengers were involved.
Tourism
“Tourists kill the city" graffiti springing up in Palma
The police are still investigating a wave of similar incidents dating back to last summer.
Animal welfare
Bullfighting set to return to Palma
Bullfighting had effectively been prohibited, until the Constitutional Court intervened.
Environment
Residents demanding an end to Palma beach contamination
Businesses as well as residents are demanding solutions, "not just words".
Environment
Almost all turtles are affected by plastic
For a turtle that has ingested plastic, the recovery time is normally up to two weeks.
Emergencies
Missing 50-year-old Briton found dead in Majorcan mountains
An investigation is ongoing.
Nautical
Superyachts in the Bay of Palma
Palma Bay, where the world's finest yachts and ships are to be seen.
Police
Police on hand to escort ambulances to “conflict” zones
The new protection system has been called Panic Code;all ambulance crews can activate the alert if they feel at risk.
Emergencies
Briton arrested after attacking medics trying to assist him in Magalluf
There have been at least five similar incidents in Magalluf over the past week.
Property
Property prices up to 30% higher than their real value
Official figures suggest that the eventual sale price is often lower than the original advertised price.
Beaches
End of the sandcastles
They were removed for hygiene reasons.
Health
Woman suffered gangrene after Son Llátzer surgery
Three days after leaving hospital, she went to her doctor for a check on the operation.
News
What's on in Majorca: 22-28 July
Another week rammed with fiestas. Fireworks and/or demons in Alcudia, Algaida, Binissalem, Manacor, Paguera, Playa de Muro, Portocolom, Santanyi, Son Serra de Marina and Vilafranca; the "triumphal carriage" for La Beata in Valldemossa on Sunday; Cossiers dance on two occasions in Algaida; Manacor's "mule", giants, horses and more for the Sant Jaume grand parade; Pollensa's La Patrona starts; S'Arracó stages its highly popular night of art; American funk-soul sax legend Maceo Parker in Port Adriano.
Lifestyle
Second wind for sailing charity
The Jubilee Sailing Trust will communicate their findings by next Monday July 22.
Sports
It's official as Moreno signs new contract
Once again fans have been amazing with nearly 9,000 season tickets being renewed.
Lifestyle
My kind of market
Yet, since living here in Majorca I have somewhat changed my outlook a tad, and realized that markets can be a lot of fun, especially if you know how to work them!
Lifestyle
Mixed paella a la italiana
The rice was plentiful, properly cooked, slightly moist and with a nice touch of oil.
Comment
Letters to the Editor
A letter about the moon landing.