Weather
Monday's weather in Mallorca
Some rain around on Monday morning; the week's outlook is decent.
State of alarm
First night under curfew in Mallorca
For the first three nights of the curfew, police will be informing people and not fining them.
Business
Employers attack "failure" of pandemic management
"The mismanagement of the pandemic will cause unprecedented damage to the economic health of the citizens of the Balearics."
Coronavirus
Europe prepares for more pain ahead as COVID surges
Spanish PM says situation is extreme in Spain
Coronavirus
Spanish government appeals for regional unity in taking measures
There is political opposition to the state of alarm lasting until May.
Monday, October 26
The state of the roads in Mallorca
Check the state of the roads on the island for any updates.
Politics
Opinion poll indicates gains for Spain's right
Last week's no-confidence debate highlighted major differences between the Partido Popular and Vox.
Politics
Opposition keeps up pressure on Armengol to resign
"She wanted to take the citizens of the Balearics for fools and she was wrong."
World News
A group of bathers unknowingly swims among sharks in Australia
A swimmer passed right over a shark at one point.
Bars and restaurants
Hospitality sector and opposition parties calling for later curfew
The Balearic government is being asked to delay the start of the curfew until midnight.
Incident
The driver of an electric scooter is run over in Palma
Police had to divert traffic until an ambulance arrived at the scene and treated the victim.
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus figures for Monday
There is a notable rise in the number of positive cases in Manacor.
Curfew introduced
Spain enters COVID state of emergency to much dismay
"The curfew doesn't make much sense. Does the virus only infect people between 2300 and 0600? No"
The cheapest place to shop in Spain
"Palma was named on the list as one of the most expensive places to shop...."
State of alarm
Business pressure leads to curfew rethink
The hospitality sector led the opposition to an 11pm curfew.
We are living in strange times
"Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez took us out of lockdown too soon....."
Local events
What's On this week on Mallorca
Please note that due to the curfew in the Balearics, some events may be subject to alteration or cancellation.
Marilles Foundation
Engaging citizens in marine science to protect the Balearic Sea
The Balearic Islands is the second most active region - after Catalonia - with 3,371 observations.
Nautical Notes
Malta Pulls off 41st Rolex Middle Sea Race
The Maltese have been hosting races and regattas since the Middle Ages and hold great passion for the sea.
The Restaurant Review
Maca’s coca was best ever
This week our Bulletin restaurant critic visits a restaurant in central Palma whose chef has been awared a Michelin star.
Humans of Majorca
The Gang of Four Voices…
My crew, which I will introduce you too, is Rachel Fox, Anna Nicholas and Barry Byrne.
Food & Fosh
Olé for olives from Spain!
In the Mediterranean region we are blessed with a staggering 93% of the approximately 800 million olive trees in the world.
Football
Mallorca go third with win against Alcorcón
Lowly Alcorcón started well but ran out of ideas.
Viewpoint
Balearic President should set an example
The Balearic President should be setting an example
Jason Moore