News of the day 16 May 2025
News / Latest headlines
Image of an influencer

Latest headlines

Influencers selling properties in Mallorca - Buyer beware!

Professional estate agents thought they had a mandatory registration scheme. But then the Spanish Government intervened.

Andrew Ede

Tourists relieving themselves in Playa de Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

What was that about dealing with tourist anti-social behaviour in Mallorca?

In February, Palma Town Hall announced a major crackdown on anti-social behaviour.

Andrew Ede

Tourism protest in Mallorca

Latest headlines

Mallorca Tourist Board's open letter to the media was "anachronistic"

This summer will provide many reasons for public discontent with overtourism, says one of the organisers of the protest planned for June 15.

Andrew Ede

The big U.S. exodus to Spain, Trump blamed

Latest headlines

The big U.S. exodus to Spain, Trump blamed

Big increase despite the end of the Golden Visa in Spain

Jason Moore

Caught on video

Latest headlines

Yacht sinks off Magalluf beach

Full investigation has been launched.

Jason Moore

News / Comment
vista general palma

Comment

Why Palma needs some TLC and fast

“It is such a shame that Palma has been left to fall into disrepair in some parts. It is certainly an opportunity missed...”

Jason Moore

Tourists seen at a terrace in Palma this May

Comment

Mallorca - can’t pay or won’t pay?

Tourism figures may well be up but certain sectors are feeling the pinch so have visitors got money to spend or are they finding it too expensive?

Humphrey Carter

Spanish government is moving ahead with plans to reduce the official working week from 40 to 37.5 hours

Comment

Mallorca pays the price for Madrid’s promises

“Once again, Mallorca will suffer from a policy that benefits the mainland more than it benefits us.”

Richie Prior

A hotel is not for living in, so why should apartments (and certain categories of house) be for non-residential purposes?

Comment

Holiday lets - Bad laws with dubious justifications

Here at least was an opportunity to have conveyed a message to a public increasingly concerned by housing problems.

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Lifestyle
Grief isn’t only death; it’s the loss of who we were, or who we thought we would be

Reportaje

From heartbreak to healing in Mallorca: 'Growing Through Grief'

Linda’s latest project, the anthology Growing Through Grief, brings together the reflections of fourteen contributors on the many faces of grief, offering comfort, understanding, and solidarity to those navigating loss.

Vicki McLeod

Holiday / Attractions
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning | Official Trailer | Filmed For IMAX®

Attractions

Coming this week: Tom Cruise in 'Mission: Impossible' in English

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning opens in English at Rivoli Palma next week. Plus new thrillers, docs, and returning hits.

Christina Buchet

Mallorca Live Festival takes place in Magalluf

Attractions

Mallorca Live Festival 2025 programme: Who, when and where!

The event takes place from Thursday, 12 to Saturday, 14 June.

MDB Digital

Dapper Rides for a Cause: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Rolls Through Palma

Attractions

Dapper Rides for a Cause: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Rolls Through Palma

Founded in 2012 in Sydney, Australia, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) brings together riders of classic and vintage-styled motorcycles in cities worldwide.

Vicki McLeod

Weather / Latest news
Camp de Mar, Mallorca

Latest news

Saturday weather in Mallorca

A fine weekend on the cards.

Andrew Ede

Sport / Real Mallorca
LaLiga - Real Madrid v RCD Mallorca

Real Mallorca

Last home game of the 2024/25 season

As Mallorca wind down their season it’s a case of mission accomplished as with 47 points they’ve sealed another campaign (fifth) in top flight Spanish football.

Monro Bryce

Sport / Other Sports
Mallorca triumph in the Balearic Cup after four-year wait

Other Sports

Mallorca triumph in the Balearic Cup after four-year wait

The men’s team now trains weekly with net sessions in Palma. New players are welcome—to get involved, email ben@mallorcacricketclub.com

Chad Harwood-Jones

Food and drink / Food and drink
New host at the Mallorca Country Club: Rauschenberger takes over club restaurant

Food and drink

New host at the Mallorca Country Club: Rauschenberger takes over club restaurant

The new restaurant at MCC offers Mediterranean fine dining with a menu that changes seasonally.

MDB Digital

Tarragon chicken with lemon and artichokes

Food and drink

Unlock the versatility of artichokes: Simple tips for delicious dishes

After Italy, Spain is the largest producer of artichokes, growing about 30% of the world’s supply and is the major exporter.

Marc Fosh

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