Tourism
Pollensa way ahead in the supply of legal holiday homes
Pollensa has 8,666 tourist places in 1,502 legal houses (villas, chalets).
EU referendum
Brexit: Balearic government issues message of reassurance to expatriates
The government stressed that there would be no immediate effect on British residents or visitors.
EU referendum
Brexit reactions in Majorca: Impact on expatriates
"In June 2018 all of the current agreements Britain has with the EU, be it Spain, France, wherever, will become null and void."
Crime
Drugs' operation led to 25 arrests
More than one hundred officers raided 21 properties and seized 4,000 grams of cocaine.
Crime
Guardia smash another drugs' gang
Some one hundred officers took part in the operation which started at 6.30 this morning.
Crime
Interpol involved in Majorca operation against mafias
Raids against these mafias by the Guardia Civil were in Palma and Santa Ponsa.
Transport
Water is now barred on Majorca's inter-urban buses
As from this week, still water in a screw-cap bottle is not allowed on buses. Nor is fizzy water or indeed any drink.
Crime
Eleven arrests in latest drugs swoop
On Sunday afternoon one hundred National Police officers took part in raids in Son Banya and Son Gotleu.
Majorca
Disorder and Harmony: the week in Majorca
While the police were seemingly taking control in Playa de Palma, there were concerns about growing levels of disorder in Magalluf and other resorts. Harmony Of The Seas arrived, exporters were anxious because of Brexit, and Ryanair was diversifying.
Transport
Private jets are flying high in the Balearics this year
Private jet charter movement to Ibiza and Palma has risen significantly this year in both the business and leisure sectors.
Entertainment
Miss GB has title stripped after having sex on Love Island in Majorca
"We pride ourselves on promoting the positivity of pageants in modern society and this includes the promotion of a strong, positive female role model in our winners."
Crime
Major anti-drugs operation in Majorca
One of the properties raided was only 250 metres from the Marivent Palace, the Spanish Royal Family's summer holiday residence.
EU referendum
Majorca's exporters greatly concerned at Brexit prospect
"It will be very negative for the Balearic and European economy and will affect more than 200 businesses on the islands."
Emergencies
Bus explosion in Illetes causes alarm
The bus was cleared of its passengers (only four or five) when an engine problem initially caused white smoke.
Emergencies
Three balcony falls in Majorca in 48 hours
Incidents in Santa Ponsa, Magalluf and Cala Ratjada.
Environment
Majorca summer fire-prevention campaign is launched
Tourists are being appealed to as well in order to heighten their awareness of fire risk.
Transport
Hidden road cameras bringing numerous fines
One of the points where these cameras have been placed is by the motorway exit for Consell and Alaro.
Society
Majorca celebrates the Queen’s 90th birthday
Guests were in a very special mood at Mood Beach today for Queen’s Elizabeth’s 90th birthday.
Tourism
Tourism ministry clamping down on illegal all-inclusive offer
Currently, there are 53 hotels with all-inclusive offer registered with the ministry, when the number is very much higher: 297 in total.
Emergencies
Puigpunyent fire drama
The alarm was raised at 4.30pm and, due to the proximity of the blaze to houses in the area, a level-one emergency was immediately declared.