Could a consequence of Covid-19 be extreme tediousness?
The very fact that most of us are having to spend much more time than usual with our nearest and dearest has come at a price.
Frank Leavers
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Are you Staying Local? Plus - getting the size right and motorcycle mayhem!
"The lockdowns have had a number of effects on us all. Some well recorded, others less so, because the feelings that are induced just creep up on you."
Please be "humour aware" before you laugh!
But according to comedians such as John Cleese, our sense of humour is being hi-jacked by those who believe that humour must never be cruel or edgy.
Look out, there are tourists about! plus - a property sales surge?
If government allow island travel and tourism to go ahead, it is hardly the fault of those arriving here...
An order - Followed by a counter-order - equals disorder!
One thing is for sure though, there is no one single reaction to what is happening in the world at the moment.
A shorter working week: the winners and losers. Plus, Easter tourism and Euthanasia!
It was my understanding the island based tourism industry were keen to downplay Easter holidays this year.
Why not splash a little flash?
For a year now, most men have been slopping around in clothing that would embarrass a rough sleeper and blaming it on Covid-19...
Women need respect and protection - plus, "Spotters" and bankruptcy blues!
‘Spotters’ will be watching the numbers of people in bars this week so that the current rules are not contravened.
I don't know what all the fuss is about!
This week our columnist Frank Leavers tells us his views on the aftermath of the Harry and Meghan controversy.
Cops and curfews: Plus - Reading and raining!
Hard to believe I know, but it has been almost exactly one year since this pandemic caused the first lockdown to be instigated.
The reasons why cars are driving me mad!
"I the only person on the island who has had a wing mirror disintegrate whilst in a car wash"
Black or White: playing the system! plus, getting ready for visitors and a brand new supermarket
“When you’ve just paid some unexpected back taxes and then have to listen to someone brag about never having paid a penny of tax - it really does get to you.”
What not to wear in a pandemic - but you will anyway!
Our columnist Frank Leavers gives his thoughts on the strange fashion of these semi-lockdown times.
Vaccine passports: Incoming and Outgoing? Plus - Pollen, smoke and Sand!
If vaccination passports become essential many of us could be kicking our heels here on the island for quite some time in the future...
The Strange and varied side effects of lockdown!
"It is interesting that people do have a very different ‘take’ on what they believe to be the plusses and minuses"
The do's and dont's of a Mallorcan Lockdown; I think!
Our weekly contributor, Frank Leavers, talks about the easing of the current lockdown.
Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo? - Well, on an online dating site actually Juliet!
How do people meet up romantically nowadays without someone being arrested for harassment?
We're not going on a summer holiday - still stuck in the UK for a month or two!
This week Frank Leavers talks about the changing nature of tourism and tourists themselves.
Left hanging on the telephone? Holiday hopes and fatboy slim!
Frank Leavers, our Bulletin columnist, tells us about the banks' customer service system and holiday hopes.
Save your kisses for me: post pandemic pouting!
"The sound of mutual facemark inhibiting ‘mmwwhhaa - mmwwhhaa’s’ are everywhere it seems as people look to greet one another in a semi-sensual fashion."
Organising a vaccine in a pandemic: Also - My supermarket shame!
"we as a prime tourism destination can’t point to even a modest vaccination rate here in the Balearics?"
COVID-19: Welcome to the blame game!
If European governments were obliged to tell the truth ,at a guess they would probably admit that the measures introduced in the early days of the coronavirus outbreak, were too little and too late.
Beating the boredom blues - Plus, surfing Mallorca style
Our weekly contributor, Frank Leavers, shares what he does in lockdown to stay sane.
An American Presidential inauguration - British Style
This week our columnist Frank Leavers tells us what his thoughts are on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Fat Shaming.
A nude on a beach in January? plus - a murmuration of starlings and missing hand-sanitisers!
Our Columnist Frank Leavers gives his views about strange things started happening since the semi-lockdown.
The Longest day
"I really feel for those young people who are expected to behave in a restricted way that no other generation has had to endure since the middle of last century."
Gay or Straight, it's called "acting" for a reason!
Frank Leavers shares with us some modern topics that that come with unforeseen circumstances.
Face-mask Follies - plus, silent but deadly bikes and lighting my fire!
Our weekly contributor Frank Leavers shares how he feels about cyclists who ride at full speed on the designated ‘walkway’ and those who don’t even have a mask.
Power corrupts - absolute power corrupts absolutely!!
Unfortunately, it seems to be the case nowadays that the concept of ‘democracy’ is becoming a movable-feast.
A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the......!
Today our columnist Frank Leavers tells us what's the key to weight loss.
New Year angst: plus, watching the weather and January japes
Frank Leavers talks about some of the New Year' s resolutions and the weather.
Regrets? I’ve had a few - but too few to mention!
A fascinating survey has recently revealed what the Great British public have regretted most over the course of their lives.
Some random thoughts from a random brain!
Frank Leavers shares with us some of the issues that have vexed him over the past year or so.
Trying to ignore COVID-19 PLUS Brexit and failing miserably!
Today our columnist Frank Leavers tells us what's the reality of Brexit and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Come on, speak properly will you?
A poll had apparently revealed what was currently the sexiest British accent.
What is so wrong about a stiff upper lip?
Today most young people feel lost and adrift in a modern and uncertain age, worried about the tiny problems of the "First World".
The art of putting up Christmas decorations - Plus, the new cintura speed limit
Frank Leavers gives his insight on this year's Christmas decorations and the new speed limits in Palma.
Time for a rethink regarding University Education?
Access to university was considered essential for the development of young people, but today it shows the deficiencies.
Ladies and Gentlemen: unaccustomed as I am to public speaking...!
Frank Leavers gives some basic rules on how to speak in public to avoid being terrified by the experience.
Staying on Covid-19 alert - plus, let's keep it local!
This week our columnist Frank Leavers tells us what his thoughts are on Covid-19 and all its works.
News
Here are some very simple and smart ideas to save money with O2
O2 is constantly creating new deals and new ways for clients to find great bargains.
Participate
Do you think they should ban the tourist horse and carriage rides?
News
Bargains of the Day
Don't miss this lovely ground floor apartment in Can Picafort.
News
Mallorca Weather Forecast for Wednesday
It's partly cloudy, partly sunny in Mallorca today with a high of 20 degrees.
To find out what the weather is like elsewhere in Mallorca, click here
Community
The vegan hairdresser in Mallorca
This week's Scandinavian Spotlight: "Somewhere during the evening, she exchanged phone numbers with what would turn out to be the man of her dreams."
Lifestyle
Films in English in Palma
Films have been updated. New release this weekend is The United States vs. Billie Holiday.
Lifestyle
Consell Antiques Market has reopened
“I waited a year to go back to a flea market and I wanted Consell to be the first one I visited..”
Lifestyle
Better late than Never
"Visually some of the rally stages include more than a little spectacular Tramuntana scenery."
Sports
La Liga talking points
Spanish football highlights of the weekend
Lifestyle
Ninety years ago: The Republic in Mallorca
The authorities, those about to be removed, didn't really know how to react or what to do.
Lifestyle
Wild Mallorca: a question of orchids
In this week's Wild Mallorca spotlight: It's that time of year when the flowers begin to show off their multitude of colours and when the birds are singing their hearts out to claim both a territory and a mate.
Community
Did anyone see the Easter bunny?
It was lovely to see mums and dads proudly wearing their children’s Easter bonnets at the end of the day. Happy Easter from Queen’s College!
Lifestyle
Piquillo peppers stuffed with salt cod brancade
Try one of these amazing Mediterranean recipes with our Fosh Food delivery service!
Lifestyle
The Mallorcan, Barack Obama and Tony Blair!
It’s not all US glamour for Maria, who also spends time in Mogadishu.
Sports
Game over in 54 seconds as Mallorca go eight points clear
Real Mallorca came that bit closer to the pinnacle of Spanish football.
Comment
The obsession with “the data”
How often have we heard politicians say that they will be guided by science, by scientists and by data?
Lifestyle
Countdown to Virtual Firo in Soller
The mood around the Soller Valley this weekend is like a deflating balloon.
Comment
Germans feeling guilty
After an Easter holiday hunt in Mallorca, German bookings are tailing off.
Community
The Academy International School news
What an amazing response to our Easter Charity Campaign!
Comment
Mallorca's person of the week; vaccines and SOS Turismo
Take a look what has been happening on the island this week.
Comment
My column
At the root of his appeal, I suspect, is the curiosity that makes us all want to read other people’s secret diaries.