News of the day 12 January 2024
News / Latest headlines
MA-13 road into Alcudia, Mallorca

Latest headlines

The most dangerous road in Mallorca for motorcyclists

Just over 50% of deaths on the roads in the Balearics in 2023 were motorcyclists.

Andrew Ede

Lottery player in Palma, Mallorca who claimed a Christmas Lottery ticket had been stolen

Latest headlines

Arrested in Mallorca for "inventing" theft of Christmas Lottery ticket

The apparent theft was brought to the attention of the media four days after the lottery draw.

Andrew Ede

The logo of Spanish airports operator Aena is seen at the Adolfo Suarez Barajas airport in Madrid

Latest headlines

Spain’s Aena considering buying Edinburgh airport, Expansion reports

Edinburgh airport is the sixth largest in Britain in terms of number of passengers and has returned to 93% of pre-pandemic traffic.

MDB Digital & Reuters

A logo of a branch of Germany's Deutsche Bank is seen in Cologne

Latest headlines

Spanish watchdog investigates Deutsche Bank over client advice

Deutsche Bank said in a statement it was aware of the proceedings in relation to the historic sale of foreign exchange derivatives in Spain prior to April 2021.

Jesús Aguado

Millions of plastic pellets wash up on Spanish shore

Latest headlines

EU lawmakers consider stronger plastic pollution law after spill hits Spain

Tiny plastic pellets are used to manufacture everyday items from water bottles to shopping bags

Kate Abnett

Vaccination in Mallorca

Latest headlines

Flu and Covid vaccinations in the Balearics have almost doubled

Vaccinations can now be had without making prior appointments.

Andrew Ede

News / Comment
The streets in Palma were closed to traffic during the Three King's parade

Comment

Bitter sweet in Palma

“The Palma city council has got to do something about the traffic during the Three Kings parade...”

Jason Moore

Mandatory face masks once again

Comment

Masks: Who should make the decisions?

Should the regions decide on measures for epidemics?

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Lifestyle

Lifestyle

From Tom Cruise to Daniel Craig: Fancy being part of a Mallorca stunt team?

“Before I knew it, I was working with the likes of Denzel Washington and Ryan Reynolds in Safe House. I got to have a fight with Denzel and kill him.”

Humphrey Carter

Drew Aaron at home in Mallorca

Lifestyle

From art to property. How an American saw a golden opportunity in Mallorca

Drew Aaron is one of the new breed of Mallorca businesspeople who have moved to the island and invested heavily.

Jason Moore

Lifestyle

Bond star Mads Mikkelsen joins the board of the Mallorca International Film Festival

"I will do it, I love Mallorca and this is a great festival", the actor responded to Lipski's offer.

MDB Digital

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Sunday, January 7

If there is work to be done, we can get the most accomplished early in the morning

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Monday, January 8

Distractions and a decrease in focus could be issues as well, making it difficult to stay on course with projects

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Tuesday, January 9

The early afternoon is best used for brainstorming sessions and creative work, helping others, and having heartfelt conversations

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Wednesday, January 10

It's the perfect time to take care of business and financial matters, as well as administrative tasks and important decision-making

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Friday, January 12

No matter what our aim is for today, we can expect a successful outcome

Holiday / Travelling

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

There are no cruise ships scheduled to dock in Palma today

Cathy Caliz

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

There's no cruise ships schedued for Palma today

Cathy Caliz

MSC Poesia cruise ship

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

The MSC Poesia will be in the Port of Palma today

Cathy Caliz

Costa Smeralda cruise ship

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

The Costa Smeralda is visiting the Port of Palma today

Cathy Caliz

The MSC Fantasia is one of the ships visiting Palma today

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

There are two cruise ships scheduled to visit Palma today

Cathy Caliz

Holiday / Attractions

Attractions

Craft Beer tasting in Mallorca

From hoppy ales to flavorful stouts, Mallorca’s craft beer offerings are a delightful surprise.

Ashlee Caliz

Sant Sebastia fiestas in Palma

Attractions

Sant Sebastia in Palma: Who will be performing in each square?

The concerts take over different squares in the city to offer music for all tastes and ages.

Christina BuchetMDB Digital

THE BEEKEEPER Official Trailer (2024) Jason Statham, Action Movie HD

Attractions

Jason Statham seeks vengeance on the big screen this weekend!

Two new film releases in English this weekend in Palma and Marratxi.

Christina Buchet

Weather / Latest news
Bay of Palma, Mallorca

Latest news

Saturday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Saturday, 13 January.

Andrew Ede

Sport / Real Mallorca
Mallorca's new-look Son Moix

Real Mallorca

Son Moix ready to party!

The big news is the opening of the new South end stand called L’Infern1916 (where the Ultras will now be housed), seating 2,760 fans.

Monro Bryce

Food and drink / Food and drink

Food and drink

Put the lime in the coconut…

Among this week’s recipes is a sinfully delicious coconut banoffee.

Marc Fosh

Food and drink

Cocktail Hour: Door 13 in Palma

There is a different live band on every night, playing anything from swing to flamenco.

Mia Naprta

Edition of 12 January 2024
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