Bylaws
Retailers present Palma town hall with twenty demands
More police in order to ensure compliance with bylaws, such as that which applies to illegal selling, was among them.
Police
Intermittent closure of Playa de Palma police station
The police have confirmed that the station was closed on Sunday but add that there were uniformed officers for patrols at the beach.
Law
UK-Spanish action against travel health insurance fraud
This situation really came to prominence when a 72-year-old British holidaymaker died after suffering a heart attack in Lanzarote.
Politics
King Felipe agrees that a political solution is needed before elections
The Mayor of Palma used the meeting with the King to explain the problems Palma is facing because of the increase in the number of cruise liners.
Celebrities
British singer Rita Ora lands in Ibiza
Famous singer enjoying the beach and some shopping.
Beaches
S'Illot has lost fifty per cent of beachgoers
The reason lies with the disastrous flood last October and, more recently, stormy conditions in April.
Wildlife
Portuguese man o’ war jellyfish spotted off Soller
The first was spotted on Sunday in the sea between Soller and Deya by a group who were out sailing.
Emergencies
Construction worker killed in Palma pool accident
The pool has been closed since early July for repairs.
Celebrities
US model celebrates her birthday in Majorca on super yacht
Former Victoria Secret model cruising the Med.
Beaches
Majorcan beach closed because of sewage leak
Problem has been caused by a blockage in the sewage system.
Environment
Conservationists denounce boat "saturation"
It highlights the number of boats moored in the bay and in some scenes shows posidonia sea grass attached to anchors.
Celebrities
Some of America's wealthiest people on holiday together in Majorca
Jeff Bezos, founder and director of Amazon, model Karlie Kloss and other celebrities, sailing on David Geffen's megayacht
Animal welfare
Inspection reports could stop Palma bullfight
The bullfight, for now, is still due to go ahead on Friday.
Industrial action
Cleaning and rubbish strike is confirmed
The strike is set to start on 22 August; there is some hope of agreement to prevent it.
Fiestas
Tomatoes And Straw: The Neo-Fiesta
The neo-fiestas have developed their rituals, some of which appear to parody traditions of fiesta organisation.
Real Mallorca season ticket holders rush to change their seats
Long lines outside Son Moix ticket offices.
Comment
Cruising for a bruising
It’s going to be a tough battle but the Balearics has got to tackle the cruise industry.
Humphrey Carter