Almost a third of Balearic homes are not main residences
Half of the homes not used as main residences are unoccupied.
Santa Ponsa community of owners demanding 17 years prison for ex-president
The Prosecutor's Office is seeking a far lower sentence.
Your weekly news catch up in Mallorca
This week recent incidents in Mallorca include a fatal stabbing in Arta, a shooting in Bendinat, squatter violence in Palma, a former German soldier arrested for arson, ongoing investigations into human trafficking, migrant minors housed in a care home, a potential airport strike, and concerns about the carbon footprint and water resources.
Palma police officer arrested for renting out storage rooms as living accommodation
Immigrants in 'irregular' situations were paying up to 750 euros a month rent.
Black Friday in Palma - Should the Christmas lights have been delayed by a day?
Even with discounts, a view was that prices were higher than before.
Spanish government doubts
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has managed to cobble together a macro coalition but very few people honestly think he will be able to keep it together for the next four years.
Advertising Mallorca: Being responsible means being emotional
Powerful messaging is required rather than relying on a responsible tourism pledge via a website.
Free to roam when you are young
Sad stories like this serve to remind us not to sweat the small stuff as life can be cut short in a whisper.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Wanna be a yachtie in Mallorca?
The Autumn is also quite a good time to be looking; at the end of the summer season lots of crew move around so new jobs will pop up then before many head over the pond to hit the Caribbean season.
Daily Horoscope
What does your horoscope say about you today: Friday, November 24
Being in company with people we love and partaking in the good vibes can be an ideal option
Find out which ships are in port today
The MSC Fantasia is the only cruise ship visiting Palma today
Antibullying Week at The Academy
Last week was antibullying week in the UK and at The Academy we did lots of activities to support this cause: ‘Making a Noise About Bullying’.
Fixture pile-up for Real Mallorca
We have a month to find out if we sink or swim as the road map shows the Palma side have to face fixtures against direct rivals in quick succession.
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I’m all right Jack in Spain!
“A government formed by a party which didn´t even win the election propped up by Spain’s most wanted man....”
Jason Moore