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News From MallorcaMallorca: Podemos joins election alliance, Muñoz third
Palma, 26 October 2026: Podemos joins Ara Més-Front Ampli for the 29 November election. Lucía Muñoz takes third place as the alliance aims for a seat.
News From MallorcaMallorca's BaleArt: 70 makers and new food stalls
From 29 October to 1 November, BaleArt brings 70 makers to Palma, Mallorca, with new food stalls, live craft demonstrations and free entry.
News From MallorcaMallorca airport row: minister attacks Govern over lets
On 26 October in Madrid, minister Óscar Puente accuses the Balearic government of seeking airport cuts while allowing holiday-let licences on Mallorca.
News From MallorcaMallorca: Inca pensioners could get a week’s tax delay
In Inca, Mallorca, Vox wants some pensioners’ tax debits delayed by about seven days. On 26 October 2026, the party explains the proposed change.
News From MallorcaMallorca's region: just 21% have funeral cover
On 26 October 2026, Unespa figures show just 21% of people in the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, have funeral cover. See what policies pay for.
News From MallorcaMallorca: 21 Playa de Palma hotels to stay open all year
At Playa de Palma, Mallorca, 21 hotels plan to stay open year-round. On 26 October 2026, Palma Beach sets out what else may stay open through winter.
News From MallorcaBalearic farmers join Madrid tractor protest over costs
Palma, 26 October: Balearic farmers plan to join Wednesday’s Madrid tractor protest as higher costs, tight margins and import rules drive calls for change.
News From MallorcaMallorca rentals: Palma competition climbs 418%
Palma, Mallorca, sees rental competition climb 418% since 2018. Idealista’s 26 October 2026 figures show how the city compares with Spain and the Balearics.
News From MallorcaBalearic teacher pay row: €100 a month at stake
In the Balearic Islands on 26 October 2026, STEI flags a possible €100 gross monthly loss for a teacher. The education ministry checks affected payslips.
News From MallorcaMallorca ports: 2.1 million euros for cleaning
Mallorca’s Port d’Andratx and nine other ports keep their cleaning service until 30 September 2028. The deal also covers four smaller harbour facilities.
News From MallorcaPP and Vox race to agree Senate pact as deadline hits
In Spain on 26 October 2026, PP and Vox are still negotiating a Senate pact as the candidate deadline closes. Two options remain in play, but no deal is set.
News From MallorcaMallorca 3D cancer surgery: 92% of ops aim to cure
Son Espases in Palma, Mallorca, reports on 26 October 2026 that 3D planning has lifted curative rectal cancer operations to 92%. See the results and next steps.
Balearic industrial prices jump 40.4% as energy soars
Mallorca and the Balearic Islands see industrial prices jump 40.4% in September 2026. Figures released on 26 October show energy prices up 62.3%.
News From MallorcaBalearic Islands home sales drop 3.8% in August
On 26 October 2026, figures show 1,006 homes sold in Mallorca and the rest of the Balearic Islands in August, down 3.8%. Compare new and existing homes.
News From MallorcaBalearic home mortgages fall 21.8% as lending grows
In the Balearic Islands, August brings 769 home mortgages. Figures published on 26 October 2026 show lending grows even as the number of deals falls 21.8%.
News From MallorcaMallorca weather: Dry Monday with sun and cloud
Mallorca stays dry on Monday, 26 October, with mostly clear skies and patches of cloud. The Balearics see little temperature change and light winds.
News From MallorcaIbiza car crash injures three, including two Britons
Eivissa, 26 October 2026: A two-car crash leaves three injured. Two Britons are discharged from Can Misses; a Spanish woman remains under observation.
Accident on the Ma-19 between Llucmajor and Palma: The full carriageway southeastbound restricted
Following an accident, the full carriageway of the Ma-19 between Llucmajor and Palma is restricted southeastbound, from kilometre 14 to kilometre 16.
Accident on the Ma-19 near Llucmajor: The left-hand lane southeastbound restricted
The left-hand lane of the Ma-19 near Llucmajor has been restricted since 07:56 on 26 October 2026 following an accident.
Accident on the Ma-19 near Llucmajor: The right-hand lane southeastbound restricted
The right-hand lane of the Ma-19 near Llucmajor has been restricted southeastbound since 07:56 on 26 October 2026 following an accident.
News From MallorcaMallorca weather: light cloud, winds turn south
Mallorca sees little cloud on Monday, 26 October, with high cloud at times. Temperatures change little as light winds turn southerly in the afternoon.
News From MallorcaRotana La Reserva opens new hotel on Mallorca
Rotana La Reserva is near Rafael Nadal’s tennis academy on Mallorca and has its own helipad.
News From MallorcaPodemos joins Balearic election pact after failed talks
In the Balearic Islands on 25 October 2026, Podemos joins Ara Més-Front Ampli. Lucía Muñoz takes third place as Monday’s list deadline approaches.
News From MallorcaMallorca weather: Sunshine and no rain on Monday
Mallorca, 25 October 2026: Aemet expects sunshine and passing cloud on Monday, with no rain and little change in temperatures across the Balearic Islands.
News From MallorcaMallorca left out of PSOE–Frente Amplio Senate pact
Mallorca is outside the PSOE–Frente Amplio Senate pact for Spain’s 29 November election. Candidate lists close Monday, with a new seat for Formentera.