The popular Mediterranean holiday hotspot has like other tourist destinations in Spain been struggling with the consequences of mass tourism that has led to packed city centres and soaring rents. The local governing team made up of an alliance of various political parties made the decision to ban people from renting out their properties using online hospitality broker AirB&B …
Domestic fatality in Sóller, Palma
Police are investigating a murder in Sóller, La Palma, where it appears that a man killed his wife and then took his own life.
Pensioner dies collecting old newspapers from container
A 68-year-old pensioner died in Palma, Mallorca, after apparently getting his head stuck in a paper recycling container.
Body of newborn baby found in rubbish container
Local Police in Palma, Mallorca, have reported the discovery of the body of a newborn baby in a rubbish container in calle Balanguera.
Homeless man attacked in Palma, Mallorca
A 41 year old homeless German national is in a serious condition in hospital in Palma, Mallorca, as a result of ingesting paint after being attacked by a group of minors.
Fireman dies in Palma
One fireman died and two others were injured while trying to extinguish a fire at a bar in calle Andreu Feliu in Palma, Mallorca.
Bombs rock Palma
Three bombs have so far exploded in Palma on the island of Majorca, the latest at around 18:30. A warning was given before the first explosions.
Brutal killing in Palma
National Police officers in Palma have arrested a 66 year old man who, after having disappeared without trace 30 years ago, reappeared and killed his wife’s new partner in a brutal attack.
Spanair strike starts today
Workers from Spanair General Services in Palma have today begun strike action which will continue for an indefinite period.
Honours for the two murdered Guardia Civil officers
The Prime Minister, José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, this morning awarded the Cruz de Oro (Gold Cross), the highest distinction of the Guardia Civil, to the two officers killed yesterday in the bomb attack in Palmanova, Calvià.