News of the day 24 May 2018
News / Latest headlines
Crime
Valtonyc flees to Belgium
The Majorcan rapper was due to have entered prison today to start a three and a half year sentence.
Crime
26-year sentence demanded for Puerto Pollensa murder
Lucia Patrascu was stabbed to death two years ago.
Holiday rentals
Palma mayor asking for rentals websites compliance
Antoni Noguera: "As mayor of Palma and responsible for the citizens' general interest, I ask that you comply with the law."
Property
Ten per cent rise in Balearic home prices
The rise in Balearic prices is above the national average.
Transport
Thomas Cook flight growth in Palma
There is a 17% increase in seats for Thomas Cook flights this summer.
News / Comment
Comment
Anti-tourism reporting
Reading some reports in the British press you get the impression that tourists are almost under siege.
Jason Moore