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Spain announces €10.6 billion aid package for flood-hit areas

The provisional death toll from the flash floods stood at 219 on Thursday, while authorities reported 93 missing, with 53 bodies still unidentified.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 07/11/2024 12:57

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British prime minister says he looks forward to working with Trump

“As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise. From growth and security to innovation and tech, I know that the UK-US special relationship will continue to prosper on both sides of the Atlantic for years to come.”

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 06/11/2024 09:44

London Fair 2024

A Tourist, a friend in Mallorca

The Mayor of Calvia (Magalluf, Palmanova, Santa Ponsa, Illetas, Paguera) says all tourists are more than welcome and looks forward to meeting the Association of British Travel Agents next October.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 04/11/2024 09:19

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Sexual abuse allegations rock Spain's ruling coalition

The government would be vulnerable in any vote of confidence because it relies on backing from smaller parties to approve any legislation.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 25/10/2024 16:04

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Ban on new holiday flat permits in Spain

Residents protesting against high rents and a lack of long-term supply blame it on the proliferation of short-term renting on platforms such as Airbnb and booking.com and an a influx of foreigners choosing Malaga as a base for remote work.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 24/10/2024 15:34

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The secret of the Mallorcan black vultures

The new episode of the video series by German TV journalist Sibylle Tiessen is about Pep Tapia, who dedicates his life to the conservation of black vultures in the Tramuntana Mountains.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 08/08/2024 00:01

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How one woman makes history in Mallorca

This new episode of the video series by German television journalist Sibylle Tiessen is about film director Marga Melià, the first woman to bring a feature film to the cinema in the Balearic Islands.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 25/07/2024 09:20

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Mallorcan folklore is not a fossil, folklore is alive

A new episode of the video series by German TV journalist Sibylle Tiessen is about Gabriel Frontera Mestre, who is keeping the traditional Mallorcan folk dance Ball de Bot alive.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 09/07/2024 11:06

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Mallorca's garden for all the senses

A new episode of the video series by German TV journalist Sibylle Tiessen focuses on the Jardines de Alfabia, which have been privately owned in Mallorca since 1229.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 20/06/2024 04:05

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In harmony with home and nature in Mallorca

The new episode of the video series by German TV journalist Sibylle Tiessen is about the well-known Mallorcan architect Vicenç Mulet, who is setting new standards in house construction.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 06/06/2024 00:01

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A shoemaker's tale from Soller

"These shoes are very popular in summer because of the fabric combination. They come in all colours and are often worn with jeans."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 15/05/2024 00:01

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"I work with the most dangerous animals in the world", says Mallorcan entomologist

"Mosquitoes pose the greatest danger. They don't kill us directly, but they transmit diseases that can kill us."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 18/04/2024 00:01

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All that glitters is gold here in Mallorca

A true piece of Mallorca that accompanies every buyer home.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterAnja Schmidt 14/03/2024 00:01

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"Mallorcan horses are my life"

He has made it his mission to protect the Mallorcan horse breed.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterCarina Gross 15/02/2024 00:10

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A passion turned into a profession in Mallorca

At the age of eleven, Aina Zanoguera took on small roles at the Teatre Principal in Palma and began singing in the choir at the same time.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterCarina Gross 17/01/2024 00:30

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"Every poster has a story in Mallorca"

Belén Aguiló runs Imprenta Nueva Balear, the oldest printing company still in operation in Mallorca.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterCarina Gross 14/12/2023 00:01

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The Mallorcan trumpeter: “I’m proud of myself for never giving up”

The Mallorcan trumpeter has been suffering from the little-researched disorder musician’s dystonia for years.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterCarina Gross 09/11/2023 00:01

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"I make what I like the most, which is Mallorcan wine"

The formula for producing lasting good wine is, above all, to understand the environment.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterCarina Gross 10/10/2023 23:00

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Casa Planas: Palma’s cultural centre with history

Around three million photos and negatives as well as around 18,000 postcards are stored in the archive of the Casa Planas cultural centre in the Es Fortí district of Palma.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporterCarina Gross 14/09/2023 00:01