Summer police reinforcements facing accommodation problems
It has become a familiar theme. Police and others who come to Majorca in the summer have problems with accommodation.
Crime
Belgian court authorises extradition of Arenal boy
The 16-year-old boy and his girlfriend had been staying at a two-star hotel in Brussels.
Emergencies
Five-year-old dies because of suspected food allergic reaction
It would appear that the girl had intolerance to dairy products.
Entertainment
Auditorium director critical of public funding of theatres
When the auditorium in Palma opened in 1969, it was the first of its kind in Spain.
Cruise tourism
The world's coolest cruise ship docks in Palma
Celebrity Edge is considered to be the world's most futuristic luxury cruise ship.
Infrastructure
Bunyola needs a new square because of cyclists
Cyclists are good for business, but they deny space to residents in the main square.
Crime
Huge cocaine haul brought to Palma
The boat had come from South America and its movement had been monitored.
Politics
May to quit on June 7
End of the road for PM.
Crime
Majorcan hotelier concern about security in Mexico
Drugs cartels have moved into the Mexican resorts and are affecting tourism and threatening security.
Property
Squatters attack electricity company technicians
The squatters, it is suspected, are intent on extortion - getting residents to pay them to move out.
Tourism
Five-star hotels slashing prices
A room that cost 300 euros per day last summer is now 150 euros.
Crime
Court to decide on extradition of Arenal boy
The National Police are convinced that the boy is directly linked to the death of Gloria Zavala.
Health
Skin cancer prevention campaign launched
People from northern Europe, in particular, are not "genetically adapted" to the sun levels in Spain.
Society
Associations denounce lack of foreigners' office appointments
The problem with appointments is predominantly being highlighted by non-EU citizens' groups.
Police
Girl attacked by group of seven at Cala Millor club
The girl was punched and kicked and subjected to racial abuse.
Celebrities
Lord Sugar gets on his new bike in Palma
"Just taken delivery of the Corratec Electric bike. Did 20 miles along the cycle lane in Palma."
Holiday rentals
Terraferida point to holiday rentals "massive fraud"
There are over 16,000 more accommodation places on Airbnb since legislation came into force in 2017.
Crime
Magalluf yacht skipper found guilty of sexual assualt
A 17-year-old holidaymaker was taken out on a water sports company's motor boat.
Animal welfare
Calvia taxis given the green light to take pets
Taxis are to be kitted out with harnesses or seat belts for pets.
Crime
Son of murdered woman planned to run away
Update: The 16-year-old and his 17-year-old girlfriend were arrested in Brussels on Tuesday morning.
Emergencies
British baby serious after Sa Calobra fall
The child slipped from his mother's hold and fell six metres.
Emergencies
Residents to claim because of effects of burst pipe
The residents of the building which had to be evacuated are to make claims for damage.
Police
Playa de Palma arrests for theft and drugs
Police presence in Playa de Palma has been stepped up for the tourism season.
Crime
Arenal woman could have been dead for four days
Police now suspect that Gloria Zavala was killed on the Friday before her body was discovered.
Emergencies
Burst pipe cuts Palma water supply
Garages were inundated, a building had to be evacuated and electricity supplies were cut.
Nautical
Nautical sector attacks inaction over illegal spills
The government is accused of focusing on illegal anchoring and ignoring contamination.
Law
Spanish government may challenge Balearic waste law
There are differing interpretations when it comes to plastic bags and to taxing waste.
Nautical
Rise in reports of illegal boat charter
There are fewer "pirate charters" but the complaints have risen.
Beaches
Walkers group says there is public way to Cala Varques beach
Pro Camins Públics is adamant that there is evidence of public right of way through the Cala Varques finca.
Tourism
Majorcan fam trip for US tourism influencers
Writers and tour operators are being introduced to Majorca.
News
What's on in Majorca: 20-26 May
The elections this weekend have had an impact on fairs. At least least three which would normally take place this weekend have been held over. The big survivor is the Binissalem stone fair. Alaro's May fiesta, replete with Cossier folk dancers, also goes ahead. Otherwise, a leading name in contemporary folk music, Emily Barker, is in Palma, and there is a major benefit concert at Palma Auditorium.
Sports
Salva Sevilla settles it for Mallorca
Following a narrow 1-0 win against Almeria, Mallorca are in fourth place with the play-off dream very much a reality.