Palma, European leader in Gothic architecture?
The first reaction was disbelief. It seemed impossible that such a significant fact for the history of Mallorca, of Europe, and of Architecture could have gone unnoticed. I must have been mistaken, so I recalculated [...]
The Balearic Islands close 2025 with the highest annual average Social Security affiliation in their history
Balearic Islands closed the year 2025 with the highest annual average Social Security affiliation in the entire historical series, reaching 584,875 people in employment. This figure represents 14,865 more affiliates than in 2024, equivalent to [...]
A century of dialogue between art and nature, at CaixaForum Palma
SPECIAL CONTENT The forms of nature have always been an endless source of wonder and creativity. In the geometry of the organic and the rhythm of life, artists have found inspiration to build imaginary worlds [...]
In Search of Shamballa: Yunnan and Tibet, China’s spiritual essence
SPECIAL CONTENT For centuries, humanity has dreamed of hidden sanctuaries where harmony reaches its highest form. Inspired by that longing, GRAND azulmarino has created the journey In Search of Shamballa, the mythical realm of peace [...]
The paradox of Generation Z
In recent years, a similar scene has been repeated in different squares, avenues and campuses. From Hong Kong to Mexico, passing through Iran, Turkey, Greece, France, Morocco and much of Southeast Asia, young people newly [...]
Sant Joan de Déu, from power station to fish hatchery
The former Es Carnatge plant has been transformed into the largest marine nursery in Spain Where diesel engines once roared and smoking chimneys rose into the air, life is now being cultivated. On the grounds [...]
The Fira de Tardor 2024 in Marratxí is postponed to 16th and 17th November
The Marratxí's Fira de Tardor 2024 (Autumn Fair) will finally take place on the weekend of 16th and 17th November, following its postponement due to the heavy storm that affected the Valencian Community and the [...]
Clean-up boats remove more than 27 tonnes of waste from the Balearic coastline in 2024
The Balearic coastline waste collection campaign removed a total of 27,908.48 kg of waste in 2024, with a daily average of 182.30 kg. By island, Mallorca leads with 12,716 kg of waste collected, followed by [...]
The Consell will allocate 60% of its 2025 budget to social policies
The Consell de Mallorca will allocate six out of every ten euros to social policies in its 2025 budget. The budget for this purpose will be €391 million, an 11% increase compared to 2024. This [...]
Palma’s Nit de les Ànimes 2024 (Night of the Dead) will be held on the 9th of November
The next Saturday, 9th November, Parc de Sa Riera in Palma will once again host the celebration of Nit de les Ànimes 2024, offering numerous and varied activities for children and families. This event, now [...]
The largest electric vehicle charging hub in Balears now operational at the Mallorca Fashion Outlet in Marratxí
Authorities and business representatives inaugurated the 22 new electric car charging points in Marratxí. Photo: CAIB. The Government of the Balearic Islands has inaugurated the region’s largest ultra-fast electric vehicle charging hub operated [...]
Mallorca unifies its transport networks: TIB and EMT will have a single card by 2026
Mallorca's public transport system is about to undergo a major transformation in connectivity and accessibility through the integration of the TIB (Interurban Transport of the Balearic Islands) and EMT (Municipal Transport Company of Palma) networks. [...]
All Saints in Palma 2024: the city council programs various activities
The Palma City Council, through the Municipal Funeral Company (EFM), has organized various activities to commemorate All Saints' Day on November 1, providing remembrance spaces and support for visitors to the Son Valentí cemetery. Here [...]
Transport strike in Palma: EMT establishes minimum services in view of workers’ strike
Today, October 28, 2024, Palma is facing a public transport strike organized by EMT (Municipal Transport Company) staff. This strike stems from the lack of agreement between EMT management and unions regarding working and salary [...]
Ratapinyada celebrates Halloween with free activities for young people in Palma
The Ajuntament de Palma is organising the much-anticipated 45th edition of the Ratapinyada for the evening of 31 October. This event, held in celebration of Halloween and the Nit de les Ànimes, is tailored for [...]
Prohens and Sánchez agree to negotiate a new railway investment agreement
The President of the Government of the Balearic Islands, Margalida Prohens, has reached an agreement with the President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, to begin negotiations on a railway investment agreement for the [...]
The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival 2024 programs 144 screenings
The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival (EMIFF), now in its 13th edition, once again celebrates the art and culture of cinema, staying true to its mission: Connecting Cultures - Connecting People. This independent film festival [...]
Decrease in crimes and increase in arrests during the 2024 season in Calvia
The security report for Calvià during the 2024 season highlights a 12.3% reduction in recorded crimes compared to the previous year, translating to 556 criminal cases and 283 arrests between 1 April and 30 September. [...]
“Quino en la música” arrives at Casal Solleric to celebrate the legacy of the creator of Mafalda
The Casal Solleric in Palma is hosting the exhibition "Quino en la música" from 24 October 2024, a tribute to the iconic Argentine cartoonist Joaquín Salvador Lavado Tejón, better known as Quino. The exhibition coincides [...]
Tax deduction for childbirth in the Balearic Islands: How to apply for it from November 1st
The tax deduction for childbirth in the Balearic Islands can be applied for in advance from 1 November. This measure, promoted by the regional government, allows families to receive the early payment without waiting for [...]
Mallorca organizations warn about the increase in the number of homeless people in employment
Social entities of the Church in Mallorca have issued a strong message about the severe housing crisis affecting the island, warning that even employed individuals are now facing homelessness due to the lack of access [...]
International Ballooning Festival of Mallorca kicks off in Capdepera
From October 23 to 27, 2024, Mallorca is gearing up for a very special event: the International Ballooning Festival. Celebrating its first edition on the island, this festival promises a unique experience for all lovers [...]
Palma airport to offer 7.3 million seats in the winter season 2024-2025
Airlines have scheduled a total of 7.3 million seats at Palma Airport for this winter season, which represents a 5.4% increase compared to the previous winter. In addition, 14 new routes have been added, consolidating [...]
The Fira de Porreres 2024 celebrates its local product on October 27th
The Fira de Porreres 2024 is set to be one of the most prominent events of the season in Mallorca's cultural calendar. With a varied program that combines tradition, culture, and entertainment, this annual fair [...]
PetraFest 2024 schedules a day full of art, music and culture in Petra
PetraFest 2024, taking place on Saturday, October 26, is an unmissable event for lovers of culture, gastronomy, and art in Mallorca. This annual festival celebrates local heritage and promises to exceed expectations with a diverse [...]
FIET 2024 of Vilafranca closes its XXII edition with more than 21,000 attendees
The FIET (Children's and Youth Theater Festival of the Balearic Islands) closed its 22nd edition this Sunday, cementing its status as a cultural landmark in Mallorca after four days packed with performances and activities catering [...]
Santanyí Fair 2024: local products, exhibitions and activities for all ages
The Santanyí Town Hall has organised all the details for the celebration of Santanyí Fair 2024, which will take place on Saturday, 19 October. This main event will fill the town’s streets and squares with [...]
“Turandot” opens the 39th Opera Season at the Teatre Principal in Palma
The emblematic opera by Giacomo Puccini, Turandot, will be the work that opens the 39th Opera Season at the Teatre Principal in Palma. The performances are scheduled for the 21st, 23rd, 25th, and 27th of [...]
The period of high risk of fires in the Balearic Islands ends with 128.8 hectares burned
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Natural Environment has concluded the high-risk wildfire season in the Balearic Islands with 128.8 hectares burned (93% of the total for the year) in 65 incidents (80% of the [...]
Fira del Pebre Bord 2024: program from GastroVi to Local Product Showcase
The Fira del Pebre Bord 2024 in Felanitx promises to be one of the town’s most anticipated events of the year. It will take place on October 20, although the activities will begin on Friday, [...]
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