Holiday rentals
Aptur concerned about total rentals ban in Palma
While there's a fear of a total ban in Palma, there are also worries about the effect of the legislation in Pollensa, where there is a high dependence on rentals.
Politics
Party atmosphere for pro-Spain march in Palma
"Viva España", "Viva la Constitución", "Viva la Policía Nacional", "Viva la Guardia Civil".
Environment
Palm tree beetle under control in Palma
The town hall has its trees under control. The greater problem is with trees on private land.
Catalonia crisis
Clashes in Palma during pro-unity demonstration
A woman was injured during the pro-unity rally which called, among other things, for Carles Puigdemont to be sent to prison.
Catalonia crisis
CaixaBank opts for Valencia after day of Majorca speculation
It had appeared that the bank would opt for Palma, so much so that there were reports yesterday that it had.
Retail
Palma Christmas lights to go on for Black Friday
The town hall believes there would be overcrowding (of people and traffic) if the lights coincided with Black Friday.
Tennis
ATP Legends Cup to serve up a treat in Palma
The tournament gets under way this morning (Thursday) at the Palma Sport & Tennis Club.
1-O
Rallies for and against Catalan independence in Palma
There was a pro-referendum rally on Friday and an anti-referendum demonstration yesterday.
Emergencies
Woman serious after being knocked down by a dustcart
A 71-year-old woman was knocked down by a dustcart and dragged some fifteen metres yesterday morning.
Crime
Couple arrested for extortion and forcing a young woman into prostitution
The case, staggeringly enough, started in 2009, when the young woman concerned became friendly with another woman in Palma.
Tourism
Tourist tax differences overshadow grand Palacio opening
Gabriel Escarrer Julià called on the government to show greater rigour and consensus in tackling issues such as holiday rentals and tourismphobia.
Corruption
Matas in court for opera house trial
In February 2007, Jaume Matas reached a verbal agreement with the architect for a 1.2 million euros contract to present a draft project.
Animal welfare
Animal rights group demanding an end to Palma horse carriages
"Up to now absolutely nothing has changed and the horses have suffered another summer of exploitation."
Transport
Town hall says day without cars was "normal"
No cars in the blue zones, but there were queues for the underground car parks.
Politics
Demonstration against Rajoy in Palma today
Another and far bigger demonstration in support of the Catalonia referendum is due to take place on Friday next week.
Anti-tourism
Palma rejects PP call for anti-tourism condemnation
"Who can be against condemning any violent action, vandalism or phobic demonstration against the interests of the Balearics?"
Anti-tourism
"Massification" demonstrators advocating "de-growth"
"It's time to start talking about limits and 'de-growth'."
Anti-tourism
PP in Palma urging condemnation of anti-tourism acts
"Attacks against tourists should be condemned in a clear and forceful manner."
Law
More than forty sanctions for Palma tourist establishments
Inspections were made at premises that had never previously been inspected, such as Megapark.
Infrastructure
Buildings in Palma in danger of collapse because they are "ruins"
With the season for heavy rain having arrived, concerns about the potential collapse of the buildings have increased.