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Russian cargo ship Ursa Major sinks in Mediterranean Sea, according to Russian Foreign Ministry

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Russian cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean heading south of Mallorca

LSEG ship tracking data shows the vessel departed from the Russian port of St. Petersburg on Dec. 11 and was last seen sending a signal at 2204 GMT on Monday between Algeria and Spain where it sank - any futher and she would have been off Mallorca.

Humphrey CarterAndrew Osborn

EMT buses in Palma, Mallorca

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Palma has a week to decide if buses will be 'free' in 2025

The town hall has regularly complained that the subsidy is insufficient.

Andrew Ede

A terrace in Soller, Mallorca

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Report points to potentially massive pandemic aid fraud in the Balearics

The Public Audit Office has drawn attention to a "total lack of control" in verifying aid requests.

Andrew Ede

Richie with the Mayor of Calvia Juan Antonio Amengual

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From coffee to Calvia’s transformation

Last week, I interviewed Juan Antonio to look back on his first 18 months in power.

Richie Prior

Plenty going on in Palma this Christmas.

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Brits flocking to Mallorca for Christmas

Spaniards have made 49.1 %, followed by the British with 19.5 % and the Germans at a distance with 3.9 %.

Humphrey Carter

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Protest in Palma, Mallorca in July 2024

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Mallorca's tourism sustainability pact - Where is it going?

The ambitions for the social and political pact for sustainability are that it will lead to economic transformation. Will it?

Andrew Ede22/12/2024 08:32

Christmas lights in Soller

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Christmas in the Soller Valley: Tradition, triumphs, and a touch of perspective

Christmas is a mixed goody bag for us all which becomes three holidays in Soller.

Shirley Roberts20/12/2024 11:05

Christmas and internet devices for children

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Santa on Smart-time

With Christmas looming just behind those smoking chimney pots, there has been recent media concern as to whether children as young as ‘five’ should be given smart-devices as Christmas prezzies!

Peter Clover20/12/2024 11:03

Christmas windows and shoppers in central London

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London lights and yuletide musings: Festive tales from the capital

Experience the magic of London during December, from dazzling Christmas lights and festive office parties to economic challenges and beauty trends.

Anna Nicholas20/12/2024 10:50

So why doesn’t Starmer put his hands up, be honest and got for it - dump Brexit?

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Go for it Starmer, stuff Brexit for Christmas

All those who thought Brexit was about getting the UK’s borders back, well that’s the best joke going to come out of a Christmas cracker this year.

Humphrey Carter20/12/2024 10:31

Pyromaniac in court in Palma, Mallorca

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Two-year sentence for Palma pyromaniac

He started four fires in the space of half an hour.

Andrew Ede20/12/2024 09:47

Balearic President Marga Prohens during the PP Christmas dinner

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Prohens’ bold move to secure stability for the Balearics

A budget is essential not just for advancing projects in the new year but also for providing stability and security to the citizens.

Patrick Czelinski20/12/2024 09:34

The 90-day rule, implemented after Brexit, directly affects British citizens who own second homes in the European Union

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Easier paperwork for all…except the Brits

Spanish government makes it easier to work in Spain but not for all.

Jason Moore20/12/2024 09:24

Image for a converted property in Marratxi, Mallorca

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A luxury 'castle' of events in Mallorca - but does it have the necessary licence?

A licence has been issued, but it is being challenged as planning regulations only allow residential use.

Andrew Ede20/12/2024 08:34

Arrival at court in Mallorca of man accused of murdering his partner

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The 'double life' of the man accused of the Marratxi murder

Sebastián confessed to his girlfriend that he had killed Federico.

Andrew Ede19/12/2024 17:57