News of the day 6 June 2023
News / Latest headlines
Marga Prohens and Toni Costa of the Partido Popular in the Balearics

Latest headlines

The tricky negotiations to form the next Balearic government

The first vote for the investiture of Marga Prohens as Balearic president is scheduled for June 28.

Andrew Ede

Apricots damaged by rain in Mallorca

Latest headlines

Heavy rain leaves Porreres fearing for its apricots

The Porreres Apricot Fair is this coming Saturday.

Andrew Ede

Mercadona's matt nail polish is revolutionising the world of manicure with its high quality

Latest headlines

The nail polish which costs less than 3 euros is making waves

The well-known Spanish supermarket chain is famous for its high-quality beauty products at very competitive prices.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

The ensaimada meeting with Ryanair in Palma.

Latest headlines

Ryanair gives Mallorcan pastry all clear for free take off

Ryanair said that one or two ensaimadas can be taken on board at no extra cost

Humphrey Carter

Latest headlines

Mallorcan is voted the most handsome man in Spain

Toni Company has been interested in fashion since he was a child.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Extra police on the beat in Mallorca.

Latest headlines

Extra police deployed to the Balearics as part of Operation Summer

Hotel guests should not leave their belongings unattended in the vicinity of the reception or the entrance

Humphrey Carter

New App to help control mosquitoes.

Latest headlines

New Health Ministry app to monitor mosquitoes launched in Mallorca

Dynamic risk maps will be produced to enable a faster and more efficient response to mosquito-related health problems.

Humphrey Carter

Campaign for MPs for British expats gathering support.

Latest headlines

Campaign launched for British expats to have MPs gaining momentum

New UK legislation will end the 15-year limit on voting for expats.

Humphrey Carter

Collision with a tram post in Soller, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Another car crashes into Soller tram post

A vehicle collided with the same post about a month ago.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

News / Comment
So, do critics oppose law that penalises tourists climbing over balconies and risking their lives?

Comment

Say goodbye to the tourismphobes (alleged)...

It is an observation of the absolutely obvious to say that Thomas Cook and Covid reinforced what was already known about economic dependence on tourism.

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Lifestyle

Daily Horoscope

What kind of day will Tuesday be? Read the forecast given for your birth sign for today

Today pushes us to find a healthy balance between self-expression and cooperation...

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Holiday / Beaches
Tabgha, the beach bar in Mallorca run by the Church.

Beaches

The Church beach bar in Mallorca that will help people in need

The bar is called Tabgha, which has strong Biblical connotations.

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Airport
French causing disruption to Palma flights.

Airport

Over 30 Mallorca flights hit by French strike

Air Nostrum pilots are now on a daily indefinite strike.

Humphrey Carter

Holiday / Travelling
Marella Discovery 2

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

TUI's Marella Discovery 2 is the only cruise ship to dock in Palma today

Cathy Caliz

Passengers at Palma Son Sant Joan Airport, Mallorca

Majorca tourism

Booming Mallorca tourism not affected by price rises

Current reservations for the Balearics are well above 2022.

Andrew Ede

Travelling

Domestic flight ban would cost Spain heavily, says report

In France, there is a ban where a high-speed train service of two and half hours or less is available.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Holiday / Attractions
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts | Official Trailer (2023 Movie)

Attractions

The 7th installment of "Transformers" coming to Palma this weekend

The film is based on Hasbro's Transformers toy line and will be screened in English. Films showtimes and screenings have been updated.

Christina Buchet

Weather / Latest news
Heavy cloud in Mallorca

Latest news

Wednesday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Wednesday, June 7.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Food and drink / Food and drink
‘Gravad lax’ is Swedish for ‘cured salmon’

Food and drink

Time for gravad lax

In my view there is no substitute to seasonal wild salmon in terms flavour and texture.

Marc Fosh

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