News of the day 17 October 2016
News / Latest headlines
Emergencies
17-year-old tourist run over and killed in Arenal
A driver has been charged with reckless homicide following the death of a 17-year-old Swiss tourist in Arenal.
Transport
Aena spending 100 million euros on Palma airport
One aspect of the investment will be the creation of a free parking area at arrivals.
Corruption
Palma town hall officials arrested in new investigation
The investigation is into the contract for operating the ORA blue zone car parking system.
Entertainment
Danny DeVito to open Majorca film festival
The Evolution! Mallorca International Film Festival starts on 3 November and runs until 12 November.
Brexit
Minimal effects of Brexit on Spain and holidays
The fall in the pound is something the travel industry has dealt with before.
News / Comment
Sport / Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca
Bad defending and no goal threat
Real Mallorca lost to league leaders Levante 2-1 over in Valencia on Saturday night.
Comment
Scottish independence
If the remain in Britain campaign is anything like the remain in the EU campaign, Scotland should prepare for independence.
Jason Moore