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Political role under fire in European AstraZeneca vaccine suspensions
More than a dozen EU members act over thrombosis concerns.
Airline body IATA says borders may not fully reopen until October
"The new normal is going to mean less flying."
Your four legged friend can sniff out Covid-19
Chile, Finland and India are other countries that have also launched efforts to get sniffer dogs to detect the virus.
Spain's AstraZeneca suspension will not alter vaccination calendar, minister says
It's administration has been suspeneded for at least two weeks.
Picasso, Miro as well as Banksy for sale at auction
The auction is scheduled for 23 March at Christie's auction house in London.
Britain considering best way to proceed on vaccine passports - minister
Rising numbers of COVID-19 infections in some parts of Europe could derail UK plans to re-open international travel routes from mid-May.
D-Day for vaccine passport on Wednesday
Tourism industry welcomes pass ahead of summer season.
Foreign students are exploring Mallorca through Erasmus +
"I encourage all students to participate in these programmes because they give them the opportunity to travel and see the world..”
Spain suspends the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine
A setback to the goal of vaccinating 70% of the population by the summer.
British Airways calls for vaccinated people to travel without restrictions
On April 12, Britain will announce how and when non-essential travel into and out of the country can resume.
Drones capture fin whales feeding off Spain
Some of the whales return to the same stretch of coastline to feed.
Surf's Up in Mallorca
"We saved a lot of people from drowning on summer days in Cala Agulla and Cala Mesquida, because there were no lifeguards on the beaches at that time.."
Pedro Sánchez: 2021, "the year of recovery"
Thanks to science, there are now "certainties".
German COVID cases could revisit December peak in April
"We can only have more relaxation if there are stable or falling case numbers..."
Spanish government not ruling out extension to the state of alarm
For now, the priority is to get the 14-day incidence below 50 across the whole country.
Wary of blood clots, some Spanish regions hold back AstraZeneca shots
The World Health Organization is looking into the issue but said there was no reason not to use the drug.
The glory days are over in Gibraltar
The new treaty establishes clear rules on tax and residence and prevents people who are resident in Spain from taking advantage of Gibraltar's tax system.
Popularity of Harry and Meghan plummets in UK after Oprah interview, poll says
The tell-all interview has plunged the 1,000-year-old monarchy into its greatest crisis this century.
Nursing union denounces ongoing problems in the health service
Short-term measures rather than addressing underlying deficiencies.
'We're not racist', says Prince William after Meghan and Harry interview
The Palace have said that it was a family matter that should be dealt with privately.
Spain's first lockdown brings worst baby bust on record, mirroring Europe trend
Fewer births means fewer and older workers.
EU, UK in new skirmish over vaccines as post-Brexit ties sour
"This pandemic has put us all on the same side in the battle for global health. We oppose vaccine nationalism in all its forms."
Fraud, airport delays spur move for secure COVID-19 test document
"Pre-departure testing is in place to protect the health of the UK public."
Nightlife calling for 800 million euro rescue plan
The Balearic government is said to have "marginalised" nightlife when it comes to aid.
British chef & Mallorcan photographer join forces in Global Campaign
"It's been an exciting few months, but with a crazy pace of work.."
Spain's Amadeus to deploy vaccine document upload for airlines
Balearic and Canary Islands were possible locations for the test-run of such digital health passports.
I still don't believe Meghan, says Piers Morgan after leaving job over remarks
"Freedom of speech is a hill I'm happy to die on. Thanks for all the love, and hate. I'm off to spend more time with my opinions."
Germany lifting Mallorca flight restrictions
“Since March 1 there have been more reservations than cancellations for the summer season on the island.."
Greece delivers food to cattle ship at sea for months
The Spanish government said in February that all the animals on both ships left Spain with the necessary medical certificates.
Spaniards preferring summer holiday travel by car
Around twenty per cent say that they intend travelling to the Balearics.
EU Parliament strips Puigdemont, two other Catalans of immunity
All are subject to European arrest warrants issued by Spain which is seeking their extradition.
Meghan's father says the British royals are not racist
Markle and his daughter have been estranged since her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018.
ITV has spoken to Piers Morgan over Meghan coverage, CEO says
"ITV has many voices and we try and represent many voices on ITV every day."
COVID-19 travel insurance becoming a holiday staple
COVID-19 insurance benefits typically cover treatment up to $100,000, and could include coronavirus testing costs and services like evacuation or local burial or cremation.
Pandemic tames Airbnb in Europe's tourist hotspots - for now
Airbnb says it has adapted to changing travel patterns.
Hope on the horizon for Mallorca's Tourism Industry?
“A greater sense of normality and a summer without restrictions is almost within our grasp..”
Reactions to Prince Harry and Meghan's TV interview with Oprah Winfrey
Here is a selection of reactions on social and mainstream media.
International Women's Day in Mallorca
The Unions and Political Parties are showing their support for International Women's Day.
Mallorca is facing stiff competition this summer
The Balearics have been woefully slow in immunising people, which puts the Islands at a huge disadvantage.
Spanish government met the cost of royal yacht severance pay
The ten crew of Fortuna were paid over 1.2 million euros.
- Emergency declared on Ryanair flight bound for Palma from Dublin
- British tourists will be “tracked” while on holiday in Mallorca
- Mallorca ambassador Sir Bradley Wiggins has “lost” his Mallorca home
- Mallorca restaurants losing clients, tourists tighten their belts
- Mallorca hotelier - "I wouldn't go to a place where I perceived there to be animosity towards tourists"