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Mallorca power cable: closed coal units prompt route rethink
On 29 October 2026, Anaca seeks an independent review of the power cable route in Alcúdia, Mallorca, after two coal units close at Es Murterar.
News From MallorcaUrda train crash: 69 dead, 64 missing-person reports
On 29 October 2026, the Civil Guard reports 69 dead and 64 missing-person reports after the Urda train crash. Families can give DNA at offices in four cities.
News From MallorcaMallorca: Palma shops may shut early for Friday rally
Palma, Mallorca, 29 October 2026: Afedeco urges shops to consider closing from 18.00 on Friday before a Plaza España rally. Each owner makes the call.
Mallorca: Palma rally calls for ports free of arms
Palma, 29 October: Groups call a pro-Palestinian rally for Friday at 18.00 in Plaza de España, urging ports to stay out of arms supplies and war logistics.
News From MallorcaMallorca horses: MPs push to protect bloodlines
On 29 October 2026, Mallorca's purebred horses gain parliamentary backing as MPs seek breeding help, protection for less common bloodlines and annual updates.
News From MallorcaMallorca homophobic attack: trial set for 2029
In Palma, Mallorca, a young man faces trial on 2 March 2029 over an alleged homophobic attack. Prosecutors say he kicked and stamped on another man.
News From MallorcaToledo train crash: Balearic engineers demand action
In Palma, Mallorca, on 29 October, Balearic engineers demand more rail investment and training after the Urda train crash in Toledo province.
News From Mallorca20 missing on boat from Algeria to Balearic Islands
On 29 October, Alarm Phone reports 20 people missing on a boat from Boumerdés, Algeria, to the Balearics. Spain’s maritime rescue service has been alerted.
News From MallorcaMallorca farm fire: crews tackle blaze in Inca
A farm fire burns at Can Trujillo in Inca, Mallorca, on 29 October. Agriculture Department crews fight the blaze; its cause and extent are not reported.
News From MallorcaMallorca: all 15 Balearic livestock breeds under threat
In Palma, Mallorca, on 29 October 2026, breeders and researchers discuss how to protect 15 threatened Balearic livestock breeds while keeping farms viable.
News From MallorcaMallorca offers free digital classes for over-55s
On Mallorca, free digital classes for over-55s start from 9 November 2026. Find out what the 3,000-place programme teaches and how to sign up.
News From MallorcaBalearic sports federations offered €1.4m for bills
Palma, Mallorca, 29 October 2026: Balearic sports federations can seek €1.4 million for rent, staff and software. See who qualifies and when payments arrive.
News From MallorcaUrda train crash: Iberia adds 1,080 seats to flights
After the Urda train crash in Toledo province, Iberia adds 1,080 seats on 29 October 2026, while Air Europa boosts Seville flights and Iberia caps fares.
Train crash kills at least 69: Balearic gala delayed
In Palma, Mallorca, the Balearic Bar Association delays María Isabel Perelló’s award gala until 13 November after a train crash kills at least 69.
News From MallorcaMallorca tourist tax: €113.8m for 33 projects
On 29 October 2026, Mallorca sets out how €113.8 million in tourist tax will fund 33 projects, from water pipes and streets to historic sites.
News From MallorcaMallorca’s Palma airport: lawmakers demand a say
On 29 October 2026, Balearic lawmakers seek a say in Mallorca’s Palma Airport plans and ask why Eurocontrol and Aena differ on August and September capacity.
News From MallorcaBalearic Gold Medal and Ramon Llull: 15 December cut-off
In the Balearic Islands, rules published on 29 October 2026 set a 15 December cut-off for Gold Medal and Ramon Llull Prize nominations, with eligibility limits.
News From MallorcaMallorca police find 2.2 kilos of cocaine in glovebox
Palma, Mallorca, 29 October 2026: A random traffic stop leads police to 2,240.96 grams of suspected cocaine in a glovebox. Two men face court.
News From MallorcaMallorca officials honour victims of Toledo train crash
In Palma, Mallorca, officials mark the Urda train crash victims with a minute’s silence on 29 October 2026. Pere Joan Pons offers support to families.
News From MallorcaBaby dies in Maó toilet: mother avoids prison
Maó, Menorca: a baby dies in a toilet on 10 September 2024. On 29 October 2026, her mother gets a prison term but stays free if she commits no crime.
News From MallorcaSpain train accident brings extra Andalusia flights
On 29 October, Iberia adds flights to Málaga and Seville after a train accident in Urda, Toledo. Air Europa also expands its Seville service.
News From MallorcaMallorca mourns 69 killed in Toledo train crash
On 29 October, about 100 people gather at Palma Intermodal station, Mallorca, to mourn 69 killed in the Toledo train crash as Prohens discusses rail safety.
News From MallorcaBalearic shop sales fall 5.3% as retail jobs rise
On 29 October 2026, figures show retail sales across Mallorca and the Balearic Islands fell 5.3% in September, even as shop employment rose 2.8%.
Ibiza honours Urda train crash victims with silence
On 29 October 2026, politicians, workers and citizens gather on Ibiza for a minute’s silence after Wednesday’s train crash in Urda (Toledo).
News From MallorcaMallorca homelessness tally reaches 2,495 people
On 30 September 2026, Mallorca's count identifies 2,495 people without a secure home. Across the Balearics, some live in cars despite having jobs.