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Mallorca's Reynés takes second place at Miss WorldMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca's Reynés takes second place at Miss World

Mallorca's Elisabeth Reynés takes second place at Miss World in Nha Trang, Vietnam, on 6 September 2026, a first for Spain in 75 years of contest.

Endangered Mallorca horse takes centre stage in SineuMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Endangered Mallorca horse takes centre stage in Sineu

On 6 September 2026, Sineu puts Mallorca’s endangered native horse in focus at its first Diada, with carriages, tack and horseshoeing.

Mallorca shop rents rise: MÉS warns of closuresMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca shop rents rise: MÉS warns of closures

In Palma on 6 September 2026, MÉS takes a plan to the Consell de Mallorca as rising commercial rents put long-standing small shops at risk of closure.

Balearic contestant takes second at Miss World 2026Mallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Balearic contestant takes second at Miss World 2026

Elisabeth Reynés of the Balearic Islands takes second at Miss World in Nha Trang, Vietnam, on 6 September 2026 after a standout month of contests.

Mallorca jobs: over-50s get 18.1% of new contractsMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca jobs: over-50s get 18.1% of new contracts

Palma, 6 September: On Mallorca, over-50s make up 45.8% of unemployment but get 18.1% of new contracts. PP seeks action on age bias.

Mallorca theatre row: Inca challenges director rulesMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca theatre row: Inca challenges director rules

Inca Town Hall moves towards legal action on 6 September over Teatre Principal director rules, as PSIB accuses PP of political interference.

Ibiza emergency radio hits 87.2% after seven antennasMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Ibiza emergency radio hits 87.2% after seven antennas

Ibiza's emergency radio network now covers 87.2% of the island after seven new antennas, improving links for responders on 6 September 2026.

Hundreds march through Palma for cat colony careMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Hundreds march through Palma for cat colony care

Hundreds march through Palma on 6 September, calling for local authorities to enforce cat colony rules properly and stop relying on volunteers.

Eight Mallorca police join Maó festival safety driveMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Eight Mallorca police join Maó festival safety drive

Eight officers travel from Mallorca to Maó, Menorca, for the Mare de Déu de Gràcia celebrations on 7 and 8 September, with horse safety in focus.

Three knives seized as Palma police check hits Son RocaMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Three knives seized as Palma police check hits Son Roca

Palma, 6 September: Police seize three knives in a Son Roca check after complaints of night-time noise, and report a driver without a licence.

Mallorca heat warning: 38°C forecast for SundayMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca heat warning: 38°C forecast for Sunday

On Mallorca, a yellow heat warning runs from 12.00 to 19.00 on Sunday, 6 September, as Aemet forecasts 36°C to 38°C across the Balearic Islands.

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6 September 2026

Mallorca rescue lifts Balearics migrant arrivals to 98

On 6 September, rescuers pick up 26 people 12 miles off Cap de Ses Salines, Mallorca, lifting weekend migrant arrivals in the Balearics to 98.

Mallorca fire: smoke forces Santa Maria residents outMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca fire: smoke forces Santa Maria residents out

Fire crews continue tackling a blaze at abandoned cattle sheds in Santa Maria del Camí, Mallorca, on Sunday 6 September after smoke forced residents out.

Mallorca mayor steps down after 20 years in CostitxMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca mayor steps down after 20 years in Costitx

On 6 September, Costitx, Mallorca, Mayor Antoni Salas is leaving after 20 years, with deputy Joan Munar set to take over at Friday's council meeting.

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6 September 2026

Palma airport leads Balearic Sunday with 1,045 flights

Palma Airport handles 1,045 of 1,572 flights scheduled across the Balearic Islands on Sunday 6 September, putting it ahead of Ibiza and Menorca.

Palma chain snatches: two men jailed after three robberiesMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Palma chain snatches: two men jailed after three robberies

In Palma on 6 September, two men are sent to prison after three alleged gold-chain snatches at an event. Police say the inquiry remains open.

30 in Mallorca home as overcrowding probe beginsMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

30 in Mallorca home as overcrowding probe begins

On 6 September, authorities said an unfinished Manacor property on Mallorca held up to 30 people. The owner now faces a possible overcrowding fine.

Manacor fire: police arrest two after pistol threatsMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Manacor fire: police arrest two after pistol threats

Two men are arrested after a home fire in Manacor, Mallorca, with four ignition points and alleged gun threats. Police continue inquiries on 6 September.

Palma schools uncover six family abuse cases since NovemberMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Palma schools uncover six family abuse cases since November

On 6 September, Palma police say school reports uncovered six family abuse cases since November, involving eight victims and six arrests.

Mallorca weather warms on Sunday as sea breezes returnMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca weather warms on Sunday as sea breezes return

Mallorca and the Balearics warm up on Sunday, 6 September, as Aemet forecasts morning haze, high cloud later and light breezes on the coast.

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6 September 2026

16 migrants reach Mallorca by boat at Ses Salines

Sixteen people arrive by boat at the Ses Salines lighthouse on Mallorca on 5 September 2026, as five boats carrying 72 migrants reach the Balearics.

Palma cat colony protest calls for law enforcementMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Palma cat colony protest calls for law enforcement

Palma’s cat colony protest leaves Plaça d’Espanya at 12.00 on Sunday, 6 September, demanding animal welfare law is enforced across municipalities.

Mallorca: Prohens joins Beata procession in Santa MargalidaMallorca News & Magazine
6 September 2026

Mallorca: Prohens joins Beata procession in Santa Margalida

Marga Prohens arrives at Santa Margalida Town Hall at 20.30 on Sunday, 6 September, before joining the Beata procession and jar-breaking ritual.

Balearics migrant arrivals: PP demands answersMallorca News & Magazine
5 September 2026

Balearics migrant arrivals: PP demands answers

On 5 September, the PP again seeks a hearing from Alfonso Rodríguez in Palma over migrant arrivals in the Balearic Islands and a reported risk warning.

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5 September 2026

Sa Ràpita triathlon shuts two Mallorca roads on Sunday

Sa Ràpita triathlon closes the Ma-6021 and Ma-6030 on Mallorca from 08.30 to 12.00 on Sunday, 6 September, affecting routes towards Campos.