Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86 after three decades writing in Mallorca
British writer Jeffrey Archer, one of the most internationally successful authors of recent decades and a figure with close ties to Mallorca, has died aged 86. The author of Kane and Abel died at his [...]
New housing decrees in Spain: the main measures on renting and buying
The Spanish Government has approved two new royal decree-laws containing 21 housing measures. The legislation affects renting and home purchases, as well as evictions, tourist rental properties, SOCIMIs, investment funds and the construction of affordable [...]
The Spanish Government approves interest-free loans of up to €50,000 to buy a first home
The Spanish Government has approved a €10 billion financing facility to provide interest-free loans of up to €50,000 for the purchase of a first main residence. The TU CASA ("Your Home") programme will be managed [...]
The Consell will restore 35 historic mills across 19 municipalities in Mallorca
The Consell de Mallorca will restore 35 historic mills across 19 municipalities on the island through a grant scheme aimed at preserving this heritage. The work will cover 22 water-pumping mills, 12 flour mills and [...]
Reforestation in the Península de Llevant will exceed 40,000 trees and shrubs
The Balearic Government has launched a new reforestation campaign in the Parc Natural de la Península de Llevant, with the aim of exceeding 40,000 trees and shrubs planted. The work will focus particularly on the [...]
Trade unions UGT and CCOO agree to call a 24-hour general strike this autumn
UGT and CCOO have agreed to call a 24-hour general strike this autumn to demand wages that enable workers to cope with the cost of housing. The decision must still be ratified by the highest [...]
Mallorca eclipse 2026: 34 incidents, several rescues and no serious emergencies
Mallorca's historic solar eclipse on 12th August resulted in 34 incidents related to the event, none of them serious. The ECLIPBAL operation mobilised thousands of professionals across the Balearic Islands, while public transport absorbed significant [...]
Can minors buy energy drinks in Mallorca? Sales are now banned
From 12th August, the sale, supply or provision of energy drinks to minors is prohibited in Mallorca and throughout the Balearic Islands. The new regulations subject these drinks to the same restrictions on sales to [...]
Title: Mallorca eclipse live: where to watch it on TV, radio and online
IB3 will broadcast the total solar eclipse on 12th August live with extensive coverage across television, radio and digital platforms. The Balearic public broadcaster will deploy nearly twenty teams, three drones and live connections from [...]
Solar eclipse in Llucmajor: traffic restrictions and access controls on 12th August
Llucmajor will introduce traffic restrictions in numerous areas of the municipality during the solar eclipse on Wednesday, 12th August 2026. S’Arenal, Son Verí, Cala Blava, Bellavista, Maioris, Puig de Ros, sa Torre, Badia Blava, Badia [...]
Measles outbreak in Mallorca: six confirmed cases and Public Health activates control measures
Public Health has detected a measles outbreak in Mallorca affecting six people. Five of the confirmed cases involve people who were not vaccinated, while no vaccination record is available for the sixth case. The Directorate-General [...]
Solar eclipse in Calvià: traffic restrictions from 3:00 pm and Santa Ponça as an official observation zone
Calvià will activate a special mobility and safety plan this Wednesday, 12th August, for the solar eclipse. Traffic restrictions will begin from 3:00 pm and will particularly affect Santa Ponça, Costa de la Calma, El [...]
Where to watch the eclipse in Mallorca: the 9 official observation zones
Mallorca will have nine Official Observation Zones (ZOO) for the total solar eclipse on 12th August 2026. The Balearic Government has selected these locations based on safety, accessibility and capacity criteria, but warns that they [...]
Sóller protest against overtourism: time, route and restrictions this Saturday
Sóller will host a protest against overtourism this Saturday, 8th August, organised by Movimiento Joven de Sóller and Menos Turismo, Més Vida. The demonstration will begin at 10:00 am in Plaça dels Estiradors and will [...]
Sea temperature in Mallorca hits record 33.02°C at sa Dragonera
The sa Dragonera buoy recorded a sea surface temperature of 33.02°C on 5th August, the highest value measured at this location to date. Satellite data also show anomalies of close to two degrees around the [...]
RCD Mallorca beat PSG to win the Trofeu Ciutat de Palma
The Mallorcan side defeated the two-time European champions 3-0 thanks to goals from Zito Luvumbo, Jan Virgili and Antonio Raíllo, securing the 48th Trofeu Ciutat de Palma – 150 Aniversari Estrella Damm. RCD Mallorca recorded [...]
Mallorca Caprice 2026-2027: the guide to discovering the island through markets, landscapes and unique experiences
The new edition of Mallorca Caprice – Mediterranean Happiness Guide 2026-2027 is now available at the island’s finest establishments. Published by Mallorca Global, the guide once again offers a carefully curated selection of content, addresses [...]
The King and Queen receive a broad representation of Balearic society at Marivent Palace
The traditional summer reception held at Marivent Palace brought together around 600 representatives of the institutions and leading social, economic and cultural sectors of the Balearic Islands. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKkB0CoScKY&t=166s Their Majesties King Felipe VI and Queen [...]
Mallorca eclipse road closures: affected roads and times
The mobility restrictions planned in Mallorca for the total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 will apply to all motor vehicles, including motorcycles and mopeds. The Serra de Tramuntana, Platja de Palma, Santa Ponça, Formentor, [...]
Queen Letizia presides over the closing ceremony of the Atlàntida Mallorca Film Fest 2026 in Palma
The gala held at La Misericòrdia honoured composer Alexandre Desplat with the Master of Cinema Award and hosted the Spanish premiere of El ser querido, Rodrigo Sorogoyen’s new film starring Javier Bardem and Victoria Luengo. [...]
August agenda in Mallorca: regattas, concerts, eclipse and summer festivities
August arrives in Mallorca with an agenda marked by some of the major highlights of the summer. The Bay of Palma once again becomes the setting for leading sailing competitions, Es Jardí brings together pop, [...]
Manifestación contra el turismo en Palma: decenas de miles de personas reclaman un cambio de modelo
La manifestación contra el turismo en Palma reunió ayer domingo a decenas de miles de personas en el centro de la ciudad para reclamar medidas que frenen la masificación turística y sus consecuencias sobre el [...]
The 2026 Copa del Rey Sailing Regatta will bring together more than 100 yachts from 20 countries in Palma
The 2026 Copa del Rey Sailing Regatta (King's Cup) will once again place Palma at the heart of international sailing. The 44th edition of the event will take place from 1 to 8 August, bringing [...]
The Teatre Principal of Palma tops 61,000 spectators to record its best-ever season
The Teatre Principal of Palma closed the 2025/26 season with 61,494 spectators, the highest attendance figure in recent years. This represents an increase of 1.9% compared with the previous season, when the theatre welcomed 60,363 [...]
Malén Sart: “Social media does not show the reality of spearfishing, and that is dangerous”
Two-time world champion Malén Sart champions the sustainable nature of a demanding sport and challenges the misconceptions that surround it A flash of light cuts through the water and glints off a fish’s scales. Everything [...]
The smoking ban in Spain will be extended to terraces, beaches and other outdoor spaces
The smoking ban in Spain will be extended further if the reform approved by the Council of Ministers becomes law. The Spanish Government has given the green light to a bill that would expand smoke-free [...]
Patrona de Pollença 2026: tradition, music and celebration from 24 July to 2 August
The Patrona de Pollença 2026 (Pollença's patron saint festivities) will once again turn the municipality into one of Mallorca’s major summer celebrations. From 24 July to 2 August, Pollença will enjoy ten days filled with [...]
Ernest Riera, a screenwriter from Mallorca: The art of writing the fear
Fear works across all cultures. It needs no translation, no film stars and no big budgets. A good story is enough. Ernest Riera knows this well. The Mallorcan screenwriter has taken part in international productions, [...]
The “A media lumbre” (Half-Light) exhibition comes to Mallorca with 49 artists across three venues
The A media lumbre exhibition (Half-Light) in Mallorca will bring together 49 artists in a collective project exploring the dialogue between contemporary art and traditional crafts. Part of Biennal B, the exhibition will open between [...]
African dust episode worsens air quality in the Balearic Islands
African dust in the Balearic Islands is deteriorating air quality across the archipelago. In response, the Govern (Balearic Government) recommends reducing intense outdoor physical activity, particularly among children, older people and those with cardiorespiratory conditions, [...]
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