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News From MallorcaMallorca weather: light showers possible Saturday
Mallorca may see light, occasional showers on Saturday, 12 September, after a mostly clear start. Aemet also forecasts coastal breezes across the Balearics.
Applications for Electric Mobility Grants Rejected
The Balearic Government is addressing rejected applications from a public grant scheme for electric mobility.
Mallorca honours Michael Douglas: Diada in Palma
Palma marks Mallorca’s Diada on Saturday, 12 September, with a Jaume II coronation recreation before Michael Douglas receives an island honour.
News From MallorcaSpain chase USA win in Basketball World Cup semi
Alba Torrens says Spain are preparing for the United States in the FIBA Basketball World Cup semi-final in Berlin on 11 September 2026.
News From MallorcaMallorca Tramontana: winds ease through Saturday
On Mallorca this Saturday, moderate Tramontana winds ease through the day, while strong winds and very strong gusts continue elsewhere in Spain.
Mallorca: €1.2m to complete delayed Son Fornés centre
Montuïri, Mallorca, gets €1.2m from the sustainable tourism tax on 11 September 2026 to complete the Son Fornés centre after years of delays.
News From MallorcaAndalusia tourism: study demands residents get a say
On 11 September in Andalusia, a University of Jaén study says residents’ views on housing, safety and services should shape local tourism plans.
News From MallorcaMallorca ensaimada show: seven bakeries, eight varieties
Palma’s first Mallorca ensaimada show brings seven bakeries and eight varieties to La Misericòrdia on 11 September, with awards for two bakeries.
Palma neighbours target late-night alcohol sales at 8 shops
On 11 September, five Palma neighbourhood groups call for tighter late-night alcohol rules after logging 25 reports linked to eight small convenience stores.
News From MallorcaCIS poll tests Spain's mood after Ceuta crisis
Madrid, 11 September 2026: Spain's CIS on Monday releases its first vote estimate since more than 70,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco.
News From MallorcaPalma hotel summer fair brings El Terreno together
Palma, 11 September 2026: Terreno Barrio Hotel brings El Terreno residents, guests and local groups together for supper, music and community awards.
Menorca flights face higher fares without Aena
Menorca, 11 September: CCOO says splitting Aena could raise airport charges and leave island residents paying more for their flights from Menorca.
News From MallorcaMadrid vote could extend tax breaks for care
On 11 September, CERMI urges Spain’s Congress in Madrid to back tax breaks for people needing care when MPs vote on the Senate change Wednesday.
News From MallorcaBalearics remain key as irregular crossings rise 34%
Frontex says the Balearics remain a key destination as crossings to Spain on the western Mediterranean route climb 34% by August. Reported 11 September 2026.
News From MallorcaPalma public homes: Vox puts city ties first
On 11 September 2026, Vox files eight amendments in Palma, seeking public-home rankings based on verified city ties and bilingual town hall service.
Three hurt as Formentera fight involves sticks
Three people suffer minor injuries after two young people use sticks in a fight at a minors’ care centre on Formentera on Friday, 11 September.
Eivissa repair hub tackles 655.5kg rubbish per head
Eivissa, 11 September: ReparaLab opens repair sessions from 25 September, offering tools and advice as rubbish reaches 655.5kg per person in 2024.
News From MallorcaMallorca flash flood kills Felanitx woman, 63
Felanitx, Mallorca, marks a day of mourning on Friday, 11 September, after a 63-year-old woman dies in a flash flood on her way to work in severe weather.
News From MallorcaDunbar wins Vuelta stage as Mas holds red lead
Edward Dunbar wins the Vuelta's 210.8-kilometre stage to Peñas Blancas in Estepona on 11 September 2026 as Enric Mas holds the overall lead.
News From MallorcaBalearic Parliament blocks empty-home inspectors
Palma, 11 September: the Balearic Parliament rejects inspectors to find empty homes for Lloguer Segur, along with linked renovation and data plans.
News From MallorcaTUI Palma staff face 22 unpaid days, union claims
In Palma on 11 September, CCOO says TUI unit Ultramar Express Transport suspended staff for up to 22 unpaid days and is taking the case further.
News From MallorcaMallorca backs free hospital TV for patients in need
Palma, 11 September: Mallorca’s Parliament calls for free hospital TV or subsidies for terminal and long-stay patients with insufficient means.
Ceiling collapses in Palma home, building sealed
A ceiling collapses at a sealed 70-year-old house in Camp Redó, Palma, on Friday 11 September. The former residents are staying with family.
News From MallorcaSpain pledges free childcare for under-threes
Madrid, 11 September: Pedro Sánchez pledges free public childcare for under-threes as Spain proposes new teacher-child ratios in nursery schools.
Jesús traffic trial: opposition demands key documents
On Ibiza, parties demand the papers behind Jesús’s traffic trial on 11 September, warning pedestrianisation could push traffic into other streets.