Spectator seriously injured at Formentor Rally
The rally had to be stopped.
EU to implement a tourist tax this year
Deadline for UK driving licences just days away in Spàin.
"God Save the Queen" rocks Austria
"It means the world just to hear some Brits and people cheering."
Villarreal outclass poor Mallorca
The home side dominated the match.
Cyclist dies after being hit by cars on the Inca motorway
The incident occurred around 1.30am on Saturday.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Saturday, January 22
The increase in reported cases on Saturday is perhaps lower than might have been anticipated.
Hiker rescued after suffering a stroke
A Guardia Civil helicopter was hindered by low visibility.
The pine that shouldn’t have been
A pine tree being taken through the streets seemingly failed to attract the attention of “authorities”.
"The Prince who turned into a frog...."
"Spanish princess already knew....."
Almost 15,000 Covid sick leave requests over three weeks
The sick leave self-management system will ease the strain on the health service.
Call for discount vouchers for interisland travel to be repeated
The scheme operated successfully last year.
Hotel Formentor - getting in the retaliation
The town hall is now looking for a solution that will enable provision of services for the whole of the Formentor estate.
All in a roundabout way
The councillor’s visit was welcome in that it marked progress in sorting out the utter disasters of junctions in Pollensa.
Two resorts, one stand
What's the first thing you would associate with Alcudia and Pollensa?
Placido Domingo breaks silence over misconduct accusations, says he harassed no-one
"The main mistake I made was to remain silent for too much time,"
Electric scooter tests
The new traffic laws for electric scooters are great news but what about a test?
Information
“Communication between the local authorities and tourists is vital...”
Weather
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 22
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
Police arrest one of Britain's most wanted fugitives in Spain
He is one of 12 fugitives on Britain's most-wanted list.
High Court approves Covid passport extension
The extension is until the end of February.
Ryanair says that fares are set to rise
Ryanair expects a 10-15% fall in available short-haul seats across Europe next summer to push up average fares in the sector compared to pre-pandemic levels, he said.
Supermarket staff bag big pay rise, lowest wage set at 1,425 euros
Spain’s annual inflation rate rose to a three-decade high of 6.5% as a result of higher energy prices and supply chain disruptions feeding through to other consumer prices.
Investigation into death of a man found in a van in Manacor
It would seem that there was an accident when loading a rototiller.
Rafa Nadal continues his quest for a 21st Grand Slam title
Rafa Nadal has beaten Karen Khachanov.
RCD Mallorca drawn away at Rayo Vallecano in quarter-finals
Is RCD Mallorca ready to face Villareal tomorrow? Monro Bryce's thoughts
La Palma residents scale volcanic ash mountains to return home
Residents were told last Tuesday they could return to after a three month-long eruption was declared officially over on Christmas Day.
Self-management Covid sick leave system going live
The system will reduce the workload at health centres.
Booster jab will be demanded by Spain for travel
This means that all persons, regardless of their country of origin, who have received their last vaccine dose more than nine months ago will need to get a booster shot to be permitted entry to Spain, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.
Parc de la Mar renovation work to start in April
The first phase will cost close to one million euros.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Friday, January 21
Quite a drop in the number of new cases, but it was a holiday in Palma on Thursday.
The Djokovic saga and misplaced moral judgement
Our contributor Simon, gives us his opinion on what happened with Djokovic.
Greengrocer's was used for selling cocaine
Five men have been sentenced by a Palma court.
British expat causes outcry with his Why I Hate Living in Spain & I’m Leaving article
"Article causes an outcry...."
How Robinson Crusoe built an island paradise
Donald Trelford's views on some of the stories of the week.
King´s brother-in-law admits relationship with former beauty Queen
"He was stripped of his title of Duke of Palma de Mallorca..."
The routes of all Mallorca’s tourism
Do you think this new type of tourism will be successful?
eMallorca Experience Week for the island's sustainability
The event will take place during the first week of June.
Spain's foreign minister says Europeans are 'united' on Ukraine crisis
Russia has massed tens of thousands of troops on its borders with Ukraine.
Emaya starts works to improve drainage and pipelines in Jaume III
The works will involve partial road closures and changes in the circulation of several bus lines.
What do you do with 300,000 beds?
The hotel industry faces having to replace some 300,000 plus beds over six years.
Welcome to another acronym
Gabriel Escarrer of Meliá has described European Next Generation funds as “manna”.
Go Boris
“Johnson should pack his suitcases but not with wine...”
Reformation of Cala Ratjada promenade finally underway
The works began in early December and have an execution period of five months.
An 80 year old man shoots his grandson and then takes own life in Formentera
Guardia Civil and the Local Police of Formentera had intervened on several occasions at this home due to family conflicts.
Find out what ships are moored in the Balearic Ports right now
Find out what is moored up.
TUI schedules flights to Mallorca next month, hotels commit to early reopening
The goal of all of us is to ensure that this schedule also positively affects Mallorca.
Weather
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 21
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
Spain sends warships to counter Russian threats
"Russia cannot tell any country what to do, so NATO will protect and defend the sovereignty of any country that can or wants to join NATO,"
Spain confident tourism will bounce back this year
Spain was the world's second most visited country in 2019.
Foreign investors buy old Palma bakery building
Conversion into apartments is planned.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday, January 20
A rise in the daily number of cases; four more deaths reported.
One dead after shooting in Formentera
The three people were related.
Prison for swindling hotels out of 8,000 euros
Investigators believe that further cases will be reported.
The barely transparent portals of town halls
What could be done to improve the current situation? What do you think?
Keeping warm - in the deep midwinter!
Find out what Frank Leavers has to say about how to endure this winter on the island.
Meliá boss optimistic about this summer's tourism prospects
A difficult first quarter, but optimism for the second and third quarters.
Sales of homes soar in the Balearics - highest increase in the country
A 70% year-on-year increase in the Balearics.
Djokovic bets on a COVID cure as he quests for tennis history
The company is developing a peptide, which inhibits the coronavirus from infecting the human cell, expects to launch clinical trials in Britain this summer.
Off-lead dogs are killing La Victòria's wildlife
In the last week and a half, a goat and a kid have been killed by dogs.
Spain’s energy poverty
With inflation at a 30-year high in Spain, will wages go up?
Loyalty to Johnson?
“The party is over for Johnson, he should call an early election....”
Balearic Islands forecast to exceed three million Spanish tourists this year
Airlines and wholesalers foresee a full recovery of the domestic market in the Islands and the Government highlights its economic impact.
Discover what ships are moored in the Balearic Ports right now
Discover what is moored up.
Prisoner expelled from Spain for setting up a jihadist cell in Palma
Suspect offered significant money to other inmates to join Islamic State.
Weather
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 20
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
The public broadcaster dilemma
In the Balearics, the regional broadcaster, IB3, has a budget - a Balearic government budget - of 33.4 million euros.
Are you, or have you ever been a pushy parent?
Frank Leavers' views on some of the stories of the week.
Spain targets the EU
The Spanish Prime Minister has been calling for a shake up of how the EU operates.
The jab
“An estimated 25,000 people have said that they will not have the jab...”
Nadal cruises past Hanfmann into Australian Open third round
The Spaniard is on course for a men's record 21st Grand Slam title.
Kubo nets wonder strike in 2-1 Cup win
Is it enough to improve RCD Mallorca's precarious situation? Monro Bryce's analysis
Welcome to the future - Millions of hotel stars
How do you see the future of tourism in Mallorca after this new tourism law?
Spain’s big gamble
The government wants to down play Covid to a flu while the focus is on tourism.
Travelling: "green certificate not valid any longer....."
“I was quite amazed to discover that the green certificate is no longer valid...”
It would be better for everyone if Djokovic were playing: Nadal
Rafa Nadal is taking no pleasure from the absence of great rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open...
Mallorca's person of the week: Boris, Andrew and Novak
Plus - taking your Unesco World Heritage Site status seriously.
“Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word”
What a week it’s been, apologies left, right and centre but no one actually taking any responsibility.
News, what news?
Anna Nicholas’s views on some of the stories of the week.
Should he stay or should he go?
Eurosport presenter James Parrack gives his views on Djokovic's situation.
Organising the booster
How well is the booster campaign being organised?
New traffic laws
Spain will this year be tightening its traffic laws and that means electric scooters.
Hotels - all for one, one for all
Should adults-only hotels be allowed? What do you think?
Is America facing a civil war?
This week Donald Trelford talks about the possibility of the US facing a civil war and whether Boris is doomed.
Communicating Covid
Dr. Carme Borrell is a specialist in public health and is critical of how decisions have been communicated over the course of the pandemic.
Brexit re-think looming?
Could a new Briton-friendly President of the European Parliament spark change?
Pretending to be someone else? Hey, It's called acting!
Frank Leavers' views on some of the stories of the week.
Minorca ... Something happened
Apart from the landscapes, beaches and Biosphere, what was Minorca’s big attraction?
Migrants - what’s going on?
Unequivocal statements are needed. The public has an absolute right to know.
Mallorca’s “ghost flights”
Més per Mallorca are calling on Brussels to bring an end to “ghost flights”.
Participate
Should unvaccinated people be fined?
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Buying or Selling?
Don't miss these new semi-detached villas in Porto Colom; see all the properties featured in today's classifieds.
Lifestyle
Eating out in Mallorca
Your guide to eating out across the island.
Participate
Are Conservative MP's right to plot against Boris Johnson?
News
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 22
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
News
Rafa Nadal continues his quest for a 21st Grand Slam title
Rafa Nadal has beaten Karen Khachanov.
Participate
Is the Government right to curb electric scooter riders?
News
RCD Mallorca drawn away at Rayo Vallecano in quarter-finals
Is RCD Mallorca ready to face Villareal tomorrow? Monro Bryce's thoughts
What's on
What's On Saturday 22 January and Sunday 23 January
Take a look at these events taking place this weekend in Mallorca.
What's on
Films in English for this Friday (21 January)
Three new releases this weekend. From coaching the best tennis players to the lastest Guillermo del Toro film and a thriller with some high class actors. Take a look here.
Lifestyle
For Laura...
This week in Nordic Spotlight, Jessika writes about her youngest daughter who has a hearing disability and how cochlear implants have changed her life.
News
The routes of all Mallorca’s tourism
Do you think this new type of tourism will be successful?
Lifestyle
Quail - Full of flavour, simple to cook and easy on the pocket
Find out why quail is one of the best items on the market, yet few people buy it.
What's on
Top Events this week on the island
These are the top events that are taking place on Mallorca this week.
News
Electric scooter tests
The new traffic laws for electric scooters are great news but what about a test?
Lifestyle
Spanish dishes for cold wintery days
These traditional Spanish recipes are easy to make and keep the cold at bay.
Lifestyle
Quarterly newsletter from Save the Med!
As we step into this new year, it is time to share our last quarterly update of 2021.
Lifestyle
Nan’s Day Out for a blossom hunt along the 221
"We are not having the fastest walk in the world but it is always very beautiful."
Lifestyle
Pants Power
Sarah has set up a company where you can buy a pair of Brave Bird Pants.
Kids Zone
Queen’s College - Change is happening!
Year 12 biology students were asked to investigate the levels of Vitamin C in different juices.
Lifestyle
Embrace the change and respect the past
How is Soller keeping up with the changing times? What's their secret?
News
Welcome to the future - Millions of hotel stars
How do you see the future of tourism in Mallorca after this new tourism law?
News
How Robinson Crusoe built an island paradise
Donald Trelford's views on some of the stories of the week.
News
Kubo nets wonder strike in 2-1 Cup win
Is it enough to improve RCD Mallorca's precarious situation? Monro Bryce's analysis
Lifestyle
Local business guide in Mallorca
What are you looking for? Check out our business guide for places to shop on the island.
News
Keeping warm - in the deep midwinter!
Find out what Frank Leavers has to say about how to endure this winter on the island.
Kids Zone
The Early Years Explore New Themes
At The Academy School we had a lovely first week back with the students in Junior and Senior School settling back quickly.
News
The Djokovic saga and misplaced moral judgement
Our contributor Simon, gives us his opinion on what happened with Djokovic.