Weather
Good Morning from Majorca
It's very hot and sunny in Majorca with extremely strong winds in some places. To view the weather across the island from our webcams, click here.
Health
228 Covid-19 infections in one day
The number of active coronavirus cases has increased by 449 in the Balearic Islands in the last week.
Health
Imserso holidays for the elderly unlikely
CAEB is calling for ERTEs to be extended until next the next summer season.
Politics
President Armengol scheduled to meet Pedro Sánchez
Stricter controls at Balearic Ports and Airports will top the agenda at President Armengol's meeting with the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez.
Tourism
Change of name for the Magalluf strip?
The President of the Association of Small & Medium Businesses is demanding that the excess law be extended to the entire island.
Transport
New Fleet of Interurban buses this winter
9 of the 223 new interurban buses will be 100% electric.
Tourism
Royal visit gives Majorcan town a boost
Hundreds lined the streets to catch a glimpse of King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, Princess Leonor and Princess Sofía on Monday.
Weather
Parts of Majorca woke up to rain on Wednesday
Aemet is forecasting more tropical nights in Majorca.
Health
Sant Roc Festival suspended because of Covid-19
Suspected coronavirus outbreaks within a family and at a Garden Centre, have yet to be confirmed by the Ministry of Health.
Health
Government spending €400,000 on Coronavirus Research
Institute of Health Research in the Balearic Islands, or Idisba is financing 15 projects aimed at strengthening the fight against coronavirus.
Weather
All you need to know about the weather in Majorca
Hot, humid and windy on the islands today.
Transport
Truck crash on Valldemossa Road
Some motorists used the secondary road from Esporles to reach Valldemossa.
Hotels
"Bad bank" sells Cala Mendia hotel for three million euros
Uncertainties caused by the health crisis are apparently not deterring investors.
Air travel
Palma passenger numbers exceeding Madrid and Barcelona
Palma would normally rank third behind Madrid and Barcelona in terms of passenger numbers.
Employment
Services sector hiring fell 45% in July
Employment in the Balearics services sector has obviously been badly affected.
Air travel
"Recovery" in number of flights, but still down 60%
Enaire handled 63% fewer flights in July, an improvement over the 89.7% fewer in June.
Health
PP accusing government of abandoning health centres
The Partido Popular says that there are no doctors at some health centres.
Bars and restaurants
Association says restaurants' turnover is down 50%
The Pimem restaurants association is calling for an ERTE extension until Easter next year.
Coronavirus
Government looking at measures to combat rise in Balearics infections
The director-general for public health is appealing for less social interaction.
Travel
Spanish government will maintain residents' discount
The King and the prime minister discussed the impact of the virus on the Balearics.
Royal family
Sánchez declines to reveal where Juan Carlos is
Conversations with the head of state are "confidential".
Travel
Germany issues travel warning for Madrid due to coronavirus
The foreign ministry said it was warning against any unnecessary tourist trips.
Face masks
Brussels makes face masks compulsory in all public spaces as COVID-19 cases spike
The mask-wearing regulation is one of the strictest currently applied in European capitals.
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus data for 12 August
The ministry of health reports 279 new cases over the past 24 hours.
Viewpoint
Penalising town halls
It is generous of the government to pay the interest, but what interest will there be if bank deposits are raided?
Focus On Cars
Full House
The plan now is to continue our meetups at The Boat House every Thursday evening.
Notes from the Classroom
Making a Difference for the Academic Year: Why the right tutor matters
My advice is to fully understand what you are getting for your money. Consider what you are expecting, what is being delivered and the overall effect on the academic achievements of your child.
Food For Thought
Fresh chutney will perk up the palate
The Indians serve freshly-made chutneys using those fruits and vegetables that are in season — and at their best and cheapest.
Viewpoint
Don’t let your guard down!
From individuals to local councils I fear we’re starting to get a little slack.
Humphrey Carter