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DNA Bank to identify 'stolen' babies in Mallorca
Once the Balearic ‘DNA Bank’ is up and running, samples from people who are looking for missing children will be compared with the DNA of those who are convinced they were ‘stolen’ and given up for adoption.
YouTube videos encouraging migrants to come to Mallorca
Illegal migrants are paying between 600 and 1,000 euros to travel to Europe in search of a new life.
Amazon has a temporary warehouse in Palma
The arrival of Amazon in Mallorca could have a devastating effect on firms here and in the rest of the Balearic Islands.
Spanish ski stations set to open next week despite COVID-19 restrictions
Some ski stations became COVID-19 breeding grounds last winter.
New rules for Domestic travellers arriving in Mallorca
This is not the time to think about Christmas parties or celebrations.."
Canary Islands removed from England's safe travel list, Saudi added
Positive tests were increasing.
Is Don Juan Carlos coming home for the holidays?
Juan Carlos I has just paid the Treasury 678,393.72 euros in back taxes, fines and interest.
In sickness & in health in post-Brexit Europe
The EHIC card won’t be valid after December 31, 2020 and although talks are continuing, right now there's no other option on the table.
6 Balearic hotels included in prestigious guide
The Condé Nast Johansens 2021 Guide includes recommendations for 212 luxury establishments worldwide.
Barcelona skateboarder proves height is no big deal
“I am aware that I have a problem, but we all have problems.”
EU unveils back-up plans to avoid 'no-deal' Brexit chaos
Britain told the EU earlier it should make significant concessions to break the deadlock by the end of the weekend for clarity about the finale to the five-year-old Brexit crisis.
Britons may need visas to stay in EU more than 3 months
"Whatever happens on January 1, we will be in a different universe. We are ready."
A sad time for Claudia Schiffer
Claudia reportedly sought approval from her mother before marrying Matthew Vaughn.
Breakdancing is officially an Olympic Sport
There are now more than 1 million breakers worldwide.
'Yes To Cruises' Platform in Palma
"The 'Yes to Cruises' Platform can play an important, constructive role in promoting the Balearic Islands as a safe and quality destination.."
Children's Christmas presents this year adapting to the new reality
Sales of coronavirus-inspired toys booming.
'Go for it,' says grandmother who got world's first Pfizer COVID vaccine in Britain
As each person requires two doses, that is enough to vaccinate 20 million people in the country of 67 million.
Spain's recovering rural rentals a sign of hope for Airbnb
Rural and coastal areas and some smaller cities are showing new life.
Ex-Balearics commander general a signatory of anti-government letter
Around 470 former officers are said to have signed the letter.
Warning about self-testing for Covid-19 in Mallorca
A positive self-test must be confirmed via PCR.
Weather alerts issued nationwide
Mallorca on alert for 70 kilometre an hour winds.
Ex-king wanting tax "regularisation" of 500,000 euros
The matter relates to the period 2016 to 2018, when the ex-king no longer had "inviolability".
Sánchez stresses commitment to the Constitution
"The Constitution will govern from the first to the last of its articles."
Frozen doll causes a stir on TikTok
“Imagine my confusion when I heard this sound coming from the playroom..!
Wheels up for Vueling at Christmas
Vueling is restarting 7 routes from Spain to Italy and another 7 between Spain and France.
Geese on parade in Odense, Denmark
A gaggle of geese marched through the streets of Odense to the beat of drums.
Spain seeks to vaccinate 15-20 mln people by mid-2021, PM says
Are the Spaniards willing to take the vaccine?
Spain launches 'Travel Safe' tourism campaign
'Travel Safe' will provide up-to-date information on measures in the whole of Spain.
Madrid bestows Nadal with its top award
In 2008 Rafa received the I International Award of the Community of Madrid.
Spain's lower house approves 2021 budget bill on first reading
The bill will now go to the upper house or Senate.
The neverending question of domestic PCR tests
The Balearic Government is pushing for mandatory negative PCR tests for both national and international travellers arriving in the Balearic Islands.
Mallorca reservations soar as UK vaccine is approved
2020 has been the worst year ever for foreign tourism in the Balearic Islands thanks to inter-country travel restrictions and compulsory quarantines.
Number of tourists visiting Spain from abroad fell 87% in October
The new restrictions accentuated the blow to Spain's tourism industry.
Spaniards scramble for new homes with more space
Business booming for builders and architects since coronavirus crisis.
Covid vaccine approved in the UK
The UK has ordered 40 million doses of the vaccine.
BREAKING NEWS: UK Covid Vaccine Approved
The vaccine offers 95% protection against coronavirus.
Airbnb has withdrawn 800 adverts to prevent unauthorised parties
In the space of a month, over 5,000 reservations were blocked.
Easyjet changes cabin baggage rules
Passengers who opt for the new FLEXI fare, or are members of Easyjet's frequent flyer scheme will be allowed to take one small and one large item of hand luggage onboard.
Madrid region inaugurates COVID-19 hospital, unions protest lack of staff
"Nothing will be solved," nursing union SATSE said in a statement, calling the new hospital a vanity project.
- 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"