Orban, Le Pen hail Trump at far-right 'Patriots' summit in Madrid
Far right party Vox has steadily gained ground in Spain in several polls over the past months.

Spanish far-right party VOX holds rally with other European far-right leaders
Czech Motorist Party's leader Petr Macinka, former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis, Conservative People's Party of Estonia (EKRE) leader Martin Helme, Portugal's far-right political party Chega leader Andre Ventura, Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders , Spain's far-right party Vox leader Santiago Abascal and French far-right leader and member of parliament Marine Le Pen, President of the French far-right National Rally (Rassemblement National - RN) party parliamentary group, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini and Greek leader of "Voice of Reason" party Afroditi Latinopoulou and co-leader of Polish far-right political alliance Confederation Krzysztof Bosak stand on stage at Spanish far-right party VOX rally with other European far-right leaders, in Madrid, Spain, February 8, 2025. REUTERS/Ana Beltran

Don't get caught by hidden roaming fees in the EU.
Don't get caught by hidden roaming fees in the EU.
Don’t get caught using your mobile on holiday
Britons travelling to the EU will need to check the roaming policies of their mobile operator before they go abroad.

Carlos Martínez and his ‘Porc 3’ were crowned winners of the Horeca 2025 Best Gourmet Sandwich Competition.
Carlos Martínez and his ‘Porc 3’ were crowned winners of the Horeca 2025 Best Gourmet Sandwich Competition.
Discover the best gourmet sandwich in Mallorca
Lovers of fine cuisine will have the opportunity to taste Porc 3 at the Academy’s US Open Café in the near future.

The Mountain Rescue Group in action.
The Mountain Rescue Group in action.
Mallorca mountain rescue record
To avoid incidents in the mountains, the GRM recommends that hikers take care when going out on excursions. Know the area well, ensure that the hike is suitable for each person’s physical ability, equip oneself properly and be aware of the weather conditions.

Trying to find a winter weekend hotel deal is a proving a challenge in Mallorca.
Trying to find a winter weekend hotel deal is a proving a challenge in Mallorca.

There could be some more snow in Mallorca over the coming days.
There could be some more snow in Mallorca over the coming days.
Big freeze grips Mallorca
Temperatures fell to -3ºC in Escorca-Son Torrella. In Lluc, it was -1ºC and in Palma, temperatures fell to zero.

An image provided to the police of the thief in action.
An image provided to the police of the thief in action.

A study published by the US National Library of Medicine showed that lavender herbal tea can reduce anxiety and depression in older people.
A study published by the US National Library of Medicine showed that lavender herbal tea can reduce anxiety and depression in older people.
Healthy living
The ideal tea for relieving stress and relaxing
Nutritionists emphasise that lavender tea, consumed without sugar, contains no calories, fats or carbohydrates, and is full of beneficial properties for the body.

Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has demanded that Spain withdraws sanctions for abusive practices.
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has demanded that Spain withdraws sanctions for abusive practices.
Ryanair CEO blasts “mad” Spanish consumer minister again
O’Leary has already reduced flights to Spain over airport fees.

Spain wants to stamp out drinking and driving.
Spain wants to stamp out drinking and driving.
Don’t even think about drinking and driving in Mallorca
Spain about to launch new traffic crackdown.

Rafa Nadal is proving to be an ace businessman.
Rafa Nadal is proving to be an ace businessman.
Comment
The pain of finding a hotel open in Mallorca
Hoteliers announced at the recent travel fair in Madrid that 30% of hotels would be open in February. Well I can’t find a sensibly priced one for a weekend.
Humphrey Carter07/02/2025 11:38