News From Mallorca

In Palma, Mallorca, on 29 October, a man faces a pre-trial hearing over claims he posed as an Olympic champion and heir to a fortune to get cash.

In Maó on 29 October 2026, a mother faces trial over her newborn daughter's death. Prosecutors seek eight years in prison, but a deal could halt the case.

On 28 October, a Mallorca rail group mourns those killed in a Toledo train crash and points to safety spending and an ERTMS installation on the island.

A 35-year-old motorcyclist suffers a severe head injury in Talamanca, Eivissa, on 28 October 2026. Medics take him to Hospital de Can Misses.

On 28 October, a train crash in Toledo injures a young woman from Mallorca. Marga Prohens says she is believed to be out of danger as Palma mourns.

In Inca, Mallorca, on 28 October 2026, Menorca’s Binitord takes the top Balearic vermouth prize. Palo Moyà wins again, and a Palma venue earns an award.

Mallorca hosts the +50Emprende contest on 14 January, with six cash prizes totalling €33,000 for over-50s. Applications close on 17 January 2027.

Mallorca has a child stroke emergency plan, but six Spanish regions do not. On 28 October 2026, a specialist warns that delays could cost treatment time.

On 28 October 2026, Vox demands completion of Mallorca's Ma-13 to Alcúdia. More than 16,720 vehicles use the Sa Pobla–Alcúdia stretch each day.

Palma, 28 October 2026: More than 100 people gather on Thursday to discuss Balearic housing and rents, property law, damage incidents and work stress.

On 28 October 2026, Ibiza bishop Vicent Ribas mourns those killed in the Toledo train crash as bishops urge prayers for families and those helping them.

In Esporles, Mallorca, work is under way on a nine-metre ramp to Paseo del Rei. On 28 October, the council sets out the cost and warns of disruption.

Return flights to Palma de Mallorca average €63 for the 30 October to 2 November break. Ibiza costs less, while flight searches from Spain climb 22%.

Palma, Mallorca, cancels its 29–31 October World Cup trophy display after a Toledo train crash, ending plans for city hall viewing and club photos.

After the train crash in Urda, Toledo province, on 28 October 2026, Mallorca’s bishop offers condolences; the diocese invites Christian communities to pray.

In Spain on 28 October, a Temu teeth-whitening pen faces a recall after French tests find 7.6% peroxide in batch 20250620. Owners are told not to use it.

Palma, Mallorca, 28 October 2026: A vote doubles the city's minimum capital funding to 60 million euros a year and sets out new help for renters.

After a train crash in Urda, Toledo, on 28 October, Meliá boss Gabriel Escarrer backs victims’ families, thanks emergency crews and calls for an urgent inquiry.

Mallorca could see light rain on Thursday before clearer skies return. The 28 October 2026 forecast predicts falling minimum temperatures and easing winds.

Palma, Mallorca, 28 October 2026: The Balearic Bar Association plans an ethics award for María Isabel Perelló on Thursday and gold badges for members.

On 29 November, Palma, Mallorca lawyer Daniel Rodríguez leads SALF's Balearic Congress list, as the party pushes transparency and anti-corruption.

On 28 October 2026, Mallorca traders seek safeguards for Friday's gathering in Palma. Some shops lack shutters; Pimeco wants access and traffic updates.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 28 October, Balearic engineers urge help after the Urda train crash, while their national body demands safer Spanish railways.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 28 October 2026, MPs call for a family school on eating disorders and reject a bid to fill vacant medical inspection posts.

On 28 October, Menorca’s island president meets transport firms to discuss car entry, road safety, vehicle inspections and public transport concessions.