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Panoramic view of the roof of the property on which the lightning struck

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The 'ground zero' of the lightning strike that startled Palma

Residents in Calle Aragón in Palma were the epicentre of a very intense electrical storm that hit their rooftop on Sunday.

MDB DigitalFernando Fernández01/05/2024 10:53

Sir Richard will be hosting parties on board his cruise ships in the Balearics.

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Boy George and Richard Branson plan Mallorca cruise party

These epic voyages are set to immerse sailors into the brand’s rock-n-roll history and exciting future.

Humphrey Carter01/05/2024 10:17

Magaluf, Mallorca

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Balearic government accused of promoting drunken tourism

Stung by criticisms from business associations, the tourism minister is now promising full consultation.

Andrew Ede01/05/2024 07:48

President was aware of the death threats.

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Man arrested for sending death threats to Balearic president

Four people appeared wearing hoods in front of an ‘Estelada’ flag with two of them carrying firearms.

Humphrey Carter30/04/2024 14:43

The EU would like to make travel easier for young Britons.

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90-day loop hole for young Britons heading for Spain

Difficult for young Britons to work the holiday seasons in the EU.

Humphrey Carter30/04/2024 11:46

The A321neoLR has a maximum range of 4,600 miles.

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Mallorca takes off to new heights of super luxury

It’s not cheap however: It costs $115,000 a day and seats up to 48 people.

Humphrey Carter30/04/2024 11:13

The lightning that struck at around 8.30pm on Sunday

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The power of the lightning that shook Palma is the equivalent of 21,600 washing machines!

On Monday many traffic lights in Palma did not work and some are still being repaired. Watch the video of the lightning.

MDB Digital30/04/2024 09:35

Richie and his boys in Munich

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Supporting my two football clubs and travelling to see them play!

Travelling away from the island has been interesting these past few weeks.

Richie Prior29/04/2024 16:55

Cleaning graffiti in Palma

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Urban Art or Gratuitous Graffiti in Palma?

Palma has long declared its fight against gratuitous graffiti, yet to date the problem seems to be escalating, and if anything, becoming worse.

Peter Clover29/04/2024 16:29

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Man caught in possession of disability card belonging to a person who died 13 years ago

An average of seven to eight fines are given per week for misappropriation, falsification, or duplication of these cards.

MDB Digital29/04/2024 11:29

Pedro Sánchez, in which he announced on Monday that he has decided to continue

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Spain's Sanchez says he will stay on as PM

Sanchez said he had informed King Felipe VI of his decision.

MDB DigitalCharlie Devereux and Emma Pinedo29/04/2024 11:15

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Woman seriously injured after a head-on collision with another car in sa Pobla

The woman was trapped in the metal heap and had to be rescued by the fire brigade.

MDB Digital29/04/2024 10:57

The new altarpiece at Sant Ramon de Penyafort church

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Enjoy a visit to the Soller Valley churches

May is a great time for looking at museums and places of interest before it gets too hot.

Shirley Roberts29/04/2024 10:39