News of the day 7 May 2021
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Sandcastle on the beach in Puerto Alcudia, Mallorca.

International

Mallorca will find out if it's on the UK's 'Green' list in a few hours

The list will be reviewed every three weeks and insiders predict that Spain, Greece and France will be green listed at the end of June.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

TUI passengers arriving in Palma.

Coronavirus news

Super cheap PCR tests for Brits travelling to 'Green' list countries

Other big holiday companies will no doubt follow TUI’s lead and offer similar packages, which could put smaller companies at a disadvantage.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Sunset in Portals Nous, Mallorca.

Latest headlines

Mallorca Weekend Weather Forecast

If you're heading for the beach this weekend, find out what the weather is like before you leave home by clicking here.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

The logo of Nissan is seen through a fence at Nissan factory

Latest headlines

Spain upbeat on finding replacement for departing Nissan, eyes battery plant

Nissan's factories employ around 3,000 people directly, and up to 20,000 indirectly when taking into account suppliers.

Reuters

Pfizer vaccine

Coronavirus news

Spain backs vaccine patent waiver, calls for more international cooperation

Spain also proposed a platform to monitor global vaccine manufacturing sites

Reuters

Spain will receive loans and grants to spend by 2027

Latest headlines

Spain to put more tolls on roads in bid for EU funds

Spain will receive loans and grants to spend by 2027.

Reuters

'Anthem of the Seas'

International

Discounted cruises for NHS, Emergency Workers & Armed Forces

More companies are likely to offer discounts for cruise ships that stop in Mallorca and other Spanish ports once the travel restrictions are relaxed.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

IAG said the recovery would be properly underway

International

British Airways owner IAG expects travel recovery from July

IAG declined to forecast how much it would fly from July.

Reuters

Son Sant Joan Airport, Palma.

International

Brits dodge quarantine by taking a detour!

10 days quarantine in a Government-approved hotel costs £1,750 per person or £3,700 for a family of four with teenage children.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Weather forecast for the Balearic Islands for May 8

Latest headlines

Today's weather in Mallorca

If you're going out today, check the weather before you leave home by clicking here.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

The chief prosecutor in the Balearics, Bartolomé Barceló

Latest headlines

Prosecutor's Office studying curfew appeal

The Prosecutor's Office needs to first examine the arguments of the Balearic High Court.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

The Poblat Gesa is in Alcanada

Latest headlines

Spotlight North: The Poblat, one step closer to luxury

The Poblat had fallen into such an appalling condition that something had to be done.

Andrew Ede

Biel Company, leader of the Partido Popular in the Balearics.

Latest headlines

Opposition demand end to "limiting fundamental rights"

The PP want the curfew to be lifted after the state of alarm ends.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Back to normal.

Latest headlines

Life back to normal in June, says Balearic government

"Bars and restaurants will be able to open their interiors..."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Passengers arriving at the airport in Menorca in summer 2020

Latest headlines

The oldest alliance: the week in Mallorca

1373 and all that; our learned friends were in great demand; and someone famous got a parking ticket.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

News / Comment
A woman waves a Scottish Saltire

Comment

Viewpoint: Scottish breakaway

A Scottish breakaway or should Scotland be asked to leave...”

Jason Moore

The final word on coronavirus restrictions

Comment

Viewpoint: Passing the buck in Spain

From midnight tomorrow, fighting Covid is now in the hands of regional governments.

Humphrey Carter

People sunbathe on a sandy beach

Comment

The Blog: Bombardment by means of the modal

What to do when a modal headline creeps in implying a higher degree of certainty?

Andrew Ede

I play tennis/padel with a group of mates and on occasions with women friends

Comment

Frank Talking: Anyone for tennis? Oh I say!

Our columnist Frank Leavers on his experiences playing tennis/padel in Mallorca.

Frank Leavers

Holiday / Lifestyle
What's the truth behind working on yachts?

Lifestyle

For better health, Mallorca’s the best fit: The Crew Mess

Why are yachties so prone to excessive drinking? What is the truth about working on yachts?

Simon Kenion Shears

Bar Atlántico

Lifestyle

Last orders for Bar Atlántico in Palma

Bar Atlántico is the latest in a long line of businesses that have gone bust in the last year.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Iago Negueruela has had to accept the limits to his powers

Lifestyle

The week in tourism: Tourism ministerial meltdown

What is going on in the Balearic Ministry of Tourism? What had been expected?

Andrew Ede

Chef Murray at Raft 19

Lifestyle

Don't know where to go out this weekend to eat in Mallorca?

As restrictions begin to ease for restaurants and bars, check out our restuarant tips this week.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

What's on / Films
Those Who Wish Me Dead Official Trailer (2021)

Films

Films in English this week from May 7 to Thursday May 13

We continue with The Lord of the Rings series and a new release starring Angelina Jolie. Take a look at the trailers and check the new showtimes.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Sport / Real Mallorca
Mallorca coach Luis Garcia Plaza has selection problems

Real Mallorca

Fan's view: Selection doubts for Mallorca tomorrow

Monro Bryce's view on Mallorca's real chances of promotion with five games to go.

Monro Bryce

Sport / Other Sports
Rafa Nadal wins the 2021 Laureus for best sportsman or woman

Other Sports

Nadal and Osaka scoop top Laureus awards

Spain's Rafa Nadal was named the 2021 Laureus Sportsman of the year

Reuters

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