Inside La Palma's volcano, gas emissions mark colourful terrain
The area close to the craters remains closed to the public in a closely policed perimeter.
Calvia - second highest average price of homes in Spain
Calvia is fifth most expensive to rent.
Mallorca's person of the week: The PM of the United Kingdom
Plus - business confidence in the Balearics.
Palma neighbourhood terrorised by squatter clan
Noises, threats, fights, confrontations with the police, children out of school and drugs create alarm in the neighbourhood.
Assailed by scandal, UK's Johnson fights for his job
The government's chief whip, Mark Spencer, said he was the person at the centre of Ghani's allegations. He said they were completely false and defamatory.
Coffee prices soar to "historic" levels
90% of bars and coffee shops have increased the price of a cup of coffee between 0.10 and 0.20 cents due to the pandemic and the cost of transportation.
Travelling
The Big Apple itself is showing signs of the Covid economic slowdown.
Trial for sending drugs by post to UK
A box containing dried cannabis buds worth almost 60,000 euros, was delivered to the store.
Discover what ships are moored in the Balearic Ports right now
Discover what is moored up.
Squatting skyrockets in Balearics
Every day two houses are squatted in the Balearic Islands.
Weather
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 24
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
Palma police using a hire van because of lack of vehicles
Various reasons, including garages expecting payment in advance for repair.
Spain's tourism minister - Balearics will be the leading destination in 2022
British operators anticipate 12% growth in bookings compared to 2019.
Formula One driver takes to two wheels in Mallorca
The winner of ten grand prix. He is ... ?
Balearics coronavirus figures for Sunday, January 23
Large fall in daily number of cases; far fewer tests.
UK warns Russia will face severe sanctions if it instals Ukraine 'puppet regime'
UK believes the intention is for a Ukraine leader opposed to integration with the West.
Pregnant woman seriously injured after collision in Inca
The incident occurred on Friday night.
28-minute tie-break as Nadal progresses to Australian quarters
7-6 (16-14) 6-2 6-2 to Rafael Nadal.
Spectator seriously injured at Formentor Rally
The rally had to be stopped.
EU to implement a tourist tax this year
Deadline for UK driving licences just days away in Spàin.
"God Save the Queen" rocks Austria
"It means the world just to hear some Brits and people cheering."
Villarreal outclass poor Mallorca
The home side dominated the match.
A tourism fair that wasn't: the week in Mallorca
It was a good week for bed manufacturers; the number 200,000 was reached and no one batted an eyelid; and January was bliss.
"The pandemic has helped to lift the stigma attached to mental health"
Interview with counsellor John Hancox from Mental Health Mallorca.
Cyclist dies after being hit by cars on the Inca motorway
The incident occurred around 1.30am on Saturday.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Saturday, January 22
The increase in reported cases on Saturday is perhaps lower than might have been anticipated.
The end of British Covid apartheid
Anna Nicholas’s views on some of the stories of the week.
Ensuring a level playing field for women athletes
Women athletes do not have confidence on a level playing field.
Cybercrime in the Balearics has quadrupled in two years
The pandemic led to a steep increase in cybercrime.
Filling up at the petrol station is 22% more expensive than a year ago
Reduced production but a revival in demand has caused prices to rise.
Hiker rescued after suffering a stroke
A Guardia Civil helicopter was hindered by low visibility.
The pine that shouldn’t have been
A pine tree being taken through the streets seemingly failed to attract the attention of “authorities”.
"The Prince who turned into a frog...."
"Spanish princess already knew....."
Almost 15,000 Covid sick leave requests over three weeks
The sick leave self-management system will ease the strain on the health service.
Call for discount vouchers for interisland travel to be repeated
The scheme operated successfully last year.
Hotel Formentor - getting in the retaliation
The town hall is now looking for a solution that will enable provision of services for the whole of the Formentor estate.
All in a roundabout way
The councillor’s visit was welcome in that it marked progress in sorting out the utter disasters of junctions in Pollensa.
Two resorts, one stand
What's the first thing you would associate with Alcudia and Pollensa?
Placido Domingo breaks silence over misconduct accusations, says he harassed no-one
"The main mistake I made was to remain silent for too much time,"
Electric scooter tests
The new traffic laws for electric scooters are great news but what about a test?
Information
“Communication between the local authorities and tourists is vital...”
Weather
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 22
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
Police arrest one of Britain's most wanted fugitives in Spain
He is one of 12 fugitives on Britain's most-wanted list.
High Court approves Covid passport extension
The extension is until the end of February.
Ryanair says that fares are set to rise
Ryanair expects a 10-15% fall in available short-haul seats across Europe next summer to push up average fares in the sector compared to pre-pandemic levels, he said.
Supermarket staff bag big pay rise, lowest wage set at 1,425 euros
Spain’s annual inflation rate rose to a three-decade high of 6.5% as a result of higher energy prices and supply chain disruptions feeding through to other consumer prices.
Investigation into death of a man found in a van in Manacor
It would seem that there was an accident when loading a rototiller.
Rafa Nadal continues his quest for a 21st Grand Slam title
Rafa Nadal has beaten Karen Khachanov.
RCD Mallorca drawn away at Rayo Vallecano in quarter-finals
Is RCD Mallorca ready to face Villareal tomorrow? Monro Bryce's thoughts
La Palma residents scale volcanic ash mountains to return home
Residents were told last Tuesday they could return to after a three month-long eruption was declared officially over on Christmas Day.
Self-management Covid sick leave system going live
The system will reduce the workload at health centres.
Booster jab will be demanded by Spain for travel
This means that all persons, regardless of their country of origin, who have received their last vaccine dose more than nine months ago will need to get a booster shot to be permitted entry to Spain, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.
Parc de la Mar renovation work to start in April
The first phase will cost close to one million euros.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Friday, January 21
Quite a drop in the number of new cases, but it was a holiday in Palma on Thursday.
The Djokovic saga and misplaced moral judgement
Our contributor Simon, gives us his opinion on what happened with Djokovic.
How Robinson Crusoe built an island paradise
Donald Trelford's views on some of the stories of the week.
The routes of all Mallorca’s tourism
Do you think this new type of tourism will be successful?
Welcome to another acronym
Gabriel Escarrer of Meliá has described European Next Generation funds as “manna”.
Go Boris
“Johnson should pack his suitcases but not with wine...”
Find out what ships are moored in the Balearic Ports right now
Find out what is moored up.
The barely transparent portals of town halls
What could be done to improve the current situation? What do you think?
Keeping warm - in the deep midwinter!
Find out what Frank Leavers has to say about how to endure this winter on the island.
Spain’s energy poverty
With inflation at a 30-year high in Spain, will wages go up?
Loyalty to Johnson?
“The party is over for Johnson, he should call an early election....”
The public broadcaster dilemma
In the Balearics, the regional broadcaster, IB3, has a budget - a Balearic government budget - of 33.4 million euros.
Are you, or have you ever been a pushy parent?
Frank Leavers' views on some of the stories of the week.
Spain targets the EU
The Spanish Prime Minister has been calling for a shake up of how the EU operates.
The jab
“An estimated 25,000 people have said that they will not have the jab...”
Nadal cruises past Hanfmann into Australian Open third round
The Spaniard is on course for a men's record 21st Grand Slam title.
Kubo nets wonder strike in 2-1 Cup win
Is it enough to improve RCD Mallorca's precarious situation? Monro Bryce's analysis
Welcome to the future - Millions of hotel stars
How do you see the future of tourism in Mallorca after this new tourism law?
Spain’s big gamble
The government wants to down play Covid to a flu while the focus is on tourism.
Travelling: "green certificate not valid any longer....."
“I was quite amazed to discover that the green certificate is no longer valid...”
Mallorca's person of the week: Boris, Andrew and Novak
Plus - taking your Unesco World Heritage Site status seriously.
“Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word”
What a week it’s been, apologies left, right and centre but no one actually taking any responsibility.
News, what news?
Anna Nicholas’s views on some of the stories of the week.
Organising the booster
How well is the booster campaign being organised?
New traffic laws
Spain will this year be tightening its traffic laws and that means electric scooters.
Participate
Should unvaccinated people be fined?
Small Ads
Bargains of the Day!
This luxury villa with views over Puerto Pollensa Bay is just one of the properties on offer in today's classifieds.
Lifestyle
Eating out in Mallorca
Your guide to eating out across the island.
Participate
Are Conservative MP's right to plot against Boris Johnson?
News
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 24
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
News
Villarreal outclass poor Mallorca
The home side dominated the match.
Participate
Is the Government right to curb electric scooter riders?
News
28-minute tie-break as Nadal progresses to Australian quarters
7-6 (16-14) 6-2 6-2 to Rafael Nadal.
What's on
What's On Sunday 23 and Monday 24 January
If you are a Rolling Stones fan today there will be a documentary screened in English. Find out more here.
News
Ensuring a level playing field for women athletes
Women athletes do not have confidence on a level playing field.
What's on
Films in English for this Friday (21 January)
Three new releases this weekend. From coaching the best tennis players to the lastest Guillermo del Toro film and a thriller with some high class actors. Take a look here.
Lifestyle
For Laura...
This week in Nordic Spotlight, Jessika writes about her youngest daughter who has a hearing disability and how cochlear implants have changed her life.
News
The routes of all Mallorca’s tourism
Do you think this new type of tourism will be successful?
Lifestyle
Quail - Full of flavour, simple to cook and easy on the pocket
Find out why quail is one of the best items on the market, yet few people buy it.
What's on
Top Events this week on the island
These are the top events that are taking place on Mallorca this week.
News
Electric scooter tests
The new traffic laws for electric scooters are great news but what about a test?
Lifestyle
Baked ham won the top honours
Thumbs up or thumbs down? Our critic reviews the restaurant Delfinos.
Lifestyle
Quarterly newsletter from Save the Med!
As we step into this new year, it is time to share our last quarterly update of 2021.
Lifestyle
Nan’s Day Out for a blossom hunt along the 221
"We are not having the fastest walk in the world but it is always very beautiful."
Lifestyle
Pants Power
Sarah has set up a company where you can buy a pair of Brave Bird Pants.
Kids Zone
Queen’s College - Change is happening!
Year 12 biology students were asked to investigate the levels of Vitamin C in different juices.
Lifestyle
Embrace the change and respect the past
How is Soller keeping up with the changing times? What's their secret?
Lifestyle
Krista Hyer - A tribute from the people
The founder and president of the Cancer Support Group Mallorca, Krista Hyer B.E.M. died on Monday January 17 aged 74.
News
The end of British Covid apartheid
Anna Nicholas’s views on some of the stories of the week.
Lifestyle
Local business guide in Mallorca
What are you looking for? Check out our business guide for places to shop on the island.
News
Keeping warm - in the deep midwinter!
Find out what Frank Leavers has to say about how to endure this winter on the island.
Kids Zone
The Early Years Explore New Themes
At The Academy School we had a lovely first week back with the students in Junior and Senior School settling back quickly.
News
The Djokovic saga and misplaced moral judgement
Our contributor Simon, gives us his opinion on what happened with Djokovic.