Mallorca News
News, tips and stories from the island
Mallorca’s Calvià joins eight-city Europe tourism final
On 9 September 2026, Calvià on Mallorca and Eivissa reach the eight-city European tourism final, with Brussels hearings set for November.
Mallorca storm damages Palma campus, pool shuts
Storm damage shuts the pool and sports hall at Palma's university campus on Wednesday, 9 September, but teaching resumes across the UIB on Thursday.
Mallorca NewsCeuta firms press for help as CAEB joins crisis talks
On 9 September 2026, CAEB joins leaders in Ceuta as companies raise security and logistics concerns after more than a month of problems for local firms.
Mallorca NewsIbiza opens Dalt Vila for 500 heritage events
On 11 and 12 September 2026, Ibiza opens Dalt Vila and two museums at night as more than 500 cultural events reach 15 UNESCO World Heritage cities.
Mallorca NewsBalearics: 3,723 boat migrants spark government row
Palma, 9 September 2026: Declassified Ceuta papers record 3,723 people arriving by boat in the Balearics, fuelling a row between Sánchez and Prohens.
Mallorca NewsThe Hole creators set a new live show for 2027
Madrid, 9 September 2026: The Hole creators plan a new live show for spring 2027, with a tour of Spanish cities to follow as details stay secret.
Flooding on the Ma-4015 near Manacor: The full carriageway closed
The Ma-4015 near Manacor has been closed due to flooding from kilometre 0 to kilometre 8 since 9 September 2026.
Mallorca NewsPalma drug trial: 15 in court, several admit charges
Palma, 9 September 2026: several defendants admit charges as the Adriatico drug trial opens, while others seek to have the case thrown out.
Mallorca NewsVox puts Rodríguez in Balearics organisation post
On Wednesday, 9 September, Vox names Sergio Rodríguez to take the Balearics organisation role, replacing María Vidal on its provincial executive committee.
Mallorca NewsMallorca vehicle transfers now face a tax check
Palma, 9 September: Mallorca vehicle buyers need a positive Balearic tax report before traffic officials process a change of ownership under a new deal.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm: 63-year-old dies in Felanitx
Heavy rain in Felanitx, Mallorca, proves fatal on Wednesday, 9 September, as a 63-year-old woman dies after an apparent fall in the street.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm kills woman amid 173 incidents
Mallorca storm on 9 September leaves a 63-year-old woman dead in Felanitx, cuts power to 5,000 customers and triggers 173 emergency call-outs.
Mallorca NewsMallorca nursery staff get pay boost from January 2027
Palma's Parliament backs a 9 September 2026 decree that puts Balearic nursery staff on delegated payroll from January 2027 and adds a pay supplement.
Mallorca NewsMallorca wave warning: yellow alert covers Balearics
Mallorca and the Balearics face a yellow wave warning on Thursday 10 September. Ibiza and Formentera also expect heavy rain and thunderstorms.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm disrupts UIB classes and Palma metro
A Mallorca storm suspends some UIB classes in Palma on Wednesday, 9 September, after lightning stops metro trains to Parc Bit as technicians assess the campus.
Mallorca NewsVuelta lead on line as Enric Mas faces Jerez time trial
On 9 September 2026, Matthew Brennan wins in Sevilla as Enric Mas holds the Vuelta lead before Thursday's 32.1-kilometre Jerez time trial.
Mallorca NewsMallorca energy drink ban carries €60,000 fines
Palma Parliament backs an under-18 energy drink ban on 9 September across the Balearics, with breaches carrying fines of up to €60,000.
Mallorca NewsMallorca floods: 63-year-old dies in Felanitx
A 63-year-old woman dies in Felanitx, Mallorca, after floodwater sweeps her away on Wednesday, 9 September. Guardia Civil officers investigate.
Mallorca NewsMallorca Parliament calls for ban on new holiday lets
On 9 September, the Balearic Parliament in Palma, Mallorca, partly backed a ban call on new holiday lets and housing rules for island residents.
Mallorca NewsMallorca flights hit: 44 cancelled, 200 delayed
Storms, heavy rain and 65 km/h gusts disrupt Palma Airport on Wednesday, 9 September, cancelling 44 flights and delaying more than 200 services.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm triggers 100 incidents as trees fall
Mallorca storm brings 100 incidents on 9 September 2026, as trees fall, roads flood and gusts reach 109 km/h in Capdepera while orange alert stays on.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm triggers 100 call-outs as trees fall
On Wednesday, 9 September, Mallorca records 100 emergency call-outs as trees fall and flooding hits buildings and roads. Gusts reach 109 km/h in Capdepera.
Mallorca school start hit by heat, leaks and staff gaps
Palma, 9 September: STEI says Balearic schools open Thursday with leaks, heat and staff shortages, including unfilled cover posts in Menorca.
Mallorca NewsPalma adds 210 taxi licences for 2027 high season
On 9 September 2026, Palma approves 210 temporary taxi licences for 2027 and winter shifts, adding extra cover on weekend nights and holidays.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm: 109 km/h gusts hit the island
Mallorca storm on 9 September 2026 brings 109 km/h gusts in Capdepera and 47 l/m2 rain in Llucmajor, with an orange alert across the Balearics.