Beware of the far right
Trump is making waves and Spain’s far right party Vox has global intentions.
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You need a covid passport
Covid pardons no one, not even sports stars who should be setting an example.
No spliffs in Mallorca..
To my surprise, the Spanish government is standing firm on recreational cannabis use.
COP26’s carbon footprint
Climate change has got to be tackled and now, even though it may be too late.
Spain leading by example
Spain continues to try and find innovative solutions to help society and the needy.
"Sir Richard is finally seeing his Mallorcan dream come true"
Jon Brown, managing director at Virgin Limited Edition, has been checking on progress at the Son Bunyola estate.
Spanish love home working
Getting Spaniards back to work after the pandemic is going to prove hard graft.
Mallorca facing a battle
As tour operators and airlines plan 2022, it appears the focus is going east.
Ban bullfighting
The government is pretty clear on its position, so go for it and ban bullfighting.
Residency problems go on
Neither the Spanish not British authorities could have made the advice any clearer.
No rush to ditch masks
Spain is not about to throw caution to the wind and masks coud remain for a while.
"Mallorca has it all - great yachting and a vibrant energy"
Interview with artist, super yacht chef and cultural ambassador for Malta, Caroline Navarro.
Barking mad in Palma
I love dogs but I think that there needs to be more controls on dogs in Palma.
Mallorca staff shortages
It’s not just the UK which is having recruitment problems, so too is Mallorca.
Mallorca in the winter
There are mixed messages about extending the current tourism season.
Viewpoint: Palma dreams on
Palma city council has unveiled an ambitious plan, but will the council be there?
Viewpoint: Mallorca’s global reach
As we continue fighting Covid, Mallorca has managed to open up to the world.
Viewpoint: Mallorca is love island
Britons may have opted for staycations this year but they are safer in Mallorca!
Viewpoint: Destroying Mallorca
Sustainable tourism is the Balearic government’s mantra, I don’t think so.
Viewpoint: Mallorca’s tough summer
Summer is coming to an end and all eyes are on the winter, but is the energy there?
Viewpoint: Wrong job in Mallorca
Majorca may have posted record employment figures, sadly they will not last.
War of words over expanding Palma airport
The GOB is also organising a protest rally on 19 September at midday on the steps of Palma Cathedral to express its opposition to this project.
Overfishing and lack of understanding - the biggest threats to sharks
Interview with Dan Abbott, multimedia manager for Save the Med in Mallorca.
Viewpoint: Travellers still nervous
Post covid selling a destination will be hard, convincing people to travel, even harder.
9/11 reflections: In the CNN newsroom "people were crying"
"She couldn’t describe the strange smell around what was left of the Twin Towers."
Viewpoint: Getting youngsters jabbed
The Balearics is not alone in trying to tempt young people to get vaccinated.
Viewpoint: Mallorca is the champion
While Spain struggled to revive tourism, Mallorca has topped the Euro league.
Travel traffic light could be switched off in October
The British government is thinking about scrapping the travel traffic lights system.
Viewpoint: Boris bunkers down
Boris Johnson has a number of battles on all fronts but he is trying to dodge the bullet.
Viewpoint: Beach battle in Mallorca
Private beaches are illegal but some hotels have a different point of view.
"Mallorca is a global brand which sells itself, it’s the perfect location"
Harry Engels talks about the Mallorca Football Tournament, which will kick off on October 14.
Viewpoint: The end of bank branches
It looks like banks have failed to properly recover from the great crash in 2008.
Viewpoint: Spain’s power rip off
Why can’t the Spanish government step in and stop the electricity price scandal?
Viewpoint: Balearics gets it right
No government got handling the pandemic right but perhaps the Balearics did OK.
Viewpoint: Mallorca on the big screen
Mallorca is becoming a natural film studio for global productions.
Viewpoint: Full marks to Spain
This week, 70 percent of the Spanish population could have had the full vaccine.
Mallorca’s collection of universal jewellery
Interview with internationally renowned goldsmith and jewellery designer Chus Burés.
Viewpoint: Clean up Palma
Residents and business people in various parts of the city are complaining.
Viewpoint: Palma bars short changed
Hundreds of establishments are still waiting to get their money back from the council.
The Afghan Royal Marine veteran who Mallorca put on the path to glory
Interview with Andy Grant, who suffered terrible injuries in Afghanistan and whose recovery was aided by a holiday invitation to Mallorca.
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Do you think there are too many cruise ships coming to Palma?
Lifestyle
Get the Mallorca Beach App!
The App also has a location map and offers information on toilets, restaurants and disabled access points.
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Today's Bargains!
This unique house in Fornalutx is just one of the properties on offer in today's property section.
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Are you tired of so many roads being closed for sporting events?
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Mallorca Weather Forecast for October 23
Stay up to date with the weather all over Mallorca via our live webcams, just click here.
What's on
What's On Thursday 21 and Friday 22 October
Campos is holding their "sobrassada" fair today.
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Will you take advantage of the new Palma-New York direct flight next year?
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Beware - Winter approaches and I'm afraid of the dark!
The nights are ‘fair-drawing-in’ and in a few days time it will be ‘clocks’ - remember ‘spring forward, fall back’ - but, I really don’t get it, do you?
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Quinces - A far from pretty fruit with all kinds of inner beauties
Do you know how to reveal the inner beauty of this fruit?
Lifestyle
Len and Vivienne Armstrong: Dancing Humans of Mallorca
Discover how this couple fell in love with Mallorca!
What's on
Don't miss these top events this week in Mallorca!
These are Andrew Ede's top events that are taking place on Mallorca this week.
News
Beware of the far right
Trump is making waves and Spain’s far right party Vox has global intentions.
News
Another tennis gold for Alcudia’s Deirdrea
The medal was presented by Rafa Nadal.
Lifestyle
New music groups for children and teenagers at the Anglican Church in Palma
Every Thursday at 17.15 they offer sessions for 4-6 year-olds called “Little Musicians” and then the teenagers (11-16 years) take over under the name “WE ARE POP”.
Lifestyle
A colourful sea at risk: The decline of corals and gorgonians
If you find corals and gorgonians underwater, take a photo of them and upload your observation to observadoresdelmar.es specifying their level of affectation.
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Mallorca’s olives - The harvest is underway
What is your favourite type of olive? Our Bulletin food expert believes this year's crop will be a good one.
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Busy, Busy, Busy
Find out how the events of the Mallorca Classic Week and the 500 Mallorca Challenge went.
Kids Zone
EYFS and Primary at Mallorca International School
The first half term in our EYFS and Primary has been full of activity, educational visits and learning.
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La Liga talking points
Talking points from Spanish La Liga.
Lifestyle
Where to eat out on Mallorca this weekend!
Looking for somewhere new to eat?
Lifestyle
Fish and chips in the Top Ten
Do you agree with our restaurant critic? What do you think?
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Doing the shopping and going to the movies - It's all changing!
Frank Leavers compares the shopping and cinema experience between the UK and Mallorca.
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New House, New Body
Discover the amazing transformation projects being carried out by Sarah Forge.
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Fiestas - who are they for?
Could Mallorcan festivals and traditions attract tourists? What do you think?
Kids Zone
Queen's college year 1 Children making sense of shape
This week the Year 1 children are learning about 2D shapes.
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Football: more dirty cash and blood money
Find out what Donald says about Newcastle United's new owners and other stories of the week.