A mother's story: The Briton who died after being hit by a drunk driver in Palma; the driver was acquitted
Jean Taylor believes that the Spanish legal system let her down big time.
Your weekly news catch up in Mallorca
This week: School violence, homicide, robbery, rape, traffic accidents, fraud, air travel updates, year-round tourism plans, and extreme heat reported.
Win tickets to the VIP closing ceremony of the Evolution! Mallorca International Film Festival
Deadline is midday Monday October 23.
Mallorca home owner Michael Douglas signs letter in support of Israel
“This is terrorism. This is evil. There is no justification or rationalization for Hamas’ actions."
Cheers to Conor McGregor in Puerto Soller
Former two-weight world champion sits at No. 33 in the sporting rich list after reportedly earning $530million during his career,
Mallorca based American Jew’s aunt kidnapped by Hamas
“We, the family, has had no contact with my aunt since and we have a deep feeling of sadness and depression but we must maintain hope that she and all of the hostages will be returned safely."
Girl in a critical condition after her bike was in a collision in Capdepera
The accident occurred on Thursday afternoon.
Holly Willoughby's alarming decision: quitting amid kidnap threats
“It seems wrong that a woman’s career has been potentially cut short due to external, random yet serious threats from a stranger...”
A passion for people watching in Mallorca
It’s a Mallorcan thing, and as much a part of living here as breathing.
Read all about it - if you love books!
I read recently that it is becoming more and more difficult to entice children into reading as there are so many competing elements in modern living that take precedent it seems over books and reading once the kids get beyond six or seven years of age.
How amazing is the weather in Mallorca!
I’ve said this on many occasions that Magalluf and Palmanova were thriving winter destinations when I arrived on the island in 1990.
Daily Horoscope
What does your horoscope say about you today: Friday, October 13
Aside from work and responsibilities, the day can be good for doing anything that supports our minds and bodies
The Xarxa Dragonera Blava promotes Marine Stewardship and Coastline Care
The community of Andratx has been involved in the creation and design of a “best practice” campaign to foster a sense of responsibility and the presence of custodians in coastline care.
Find out which ships are in port today
There are two cruise ships scheduled to dock in Palma today
Saturday's weather in Mallorca - Amber alert for rain on Sunday
The forecast for Mallorca for Saturday, October 14.
Investing for a secure retirement – part 1
Successful investing isn’t easy, but following proven principles can reduce risk and avoid common pitfalls.
Weekend off for injury-hit R.C.D. Mallorca
There’s been a worrying trend of injuries in Spanish football over the last few games
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Soller's Trail race debut: A yearly fixture in the making
It is hoped this will take its place in the official list of races from 2024 onwards, encouraging sports people to the Soller Valley to race.
Shirley Roberts