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Mallorcan folk dance show brings three groups to SantanyíMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Mallorcan folk dance show brings three groups to Santanyí

Santanyí, Mallorca, 23 August 2026: Three groups performed Mallorcan folk dances at Plaça Canal after a parade through the town on Saturday.

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23 August 2026

Palma water supply restored after leak in Nou Llevant and Foners

Palma City Council in Mallorca restored water on 23 August after a leak cut supplies for 10 hours in Nou Llevant and Foners, affecting homes and businesses.

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23 August 2026

PSOE accuses Sant Antoni mayor over Egyptian party

PSOE says Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, knew a water feature was planned for the Egyptian private party in sa Pedrera on 13 August.

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23 August 2026

Menorca rissaga warning: orange alert on Monday

Palma, 23 August: Orange rissaga alert for Menorca on Monday from 09.00, with Aemet forecasting sea-level changes reaching up to 1.2 metres.

School textbook tax deduction in MallorcaMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

School textbook tax deduction in Mallorca

Palma, Mallorca, 23 August 2026: the Balearic Government urges families to retain school textbook invoices for tax relief of up to €350 per child.

Tirme concession review sought by MÉS in MallorcaMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Tirme concession review sought by MÉS in Mallorca

MÉS per Mallorca called in Palma, Mallorca, on 23 August for an immediate review of Tirme’s island waste-treatment concession after a critical report.

Calvià lifeguards protest over working conditionsMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Calvià lifeguards protest over working conditions

Calvià lifeguards displayed beach banners on Mallorca on 23 August 2026 after a 100% minimum-service order prevented their strike from going ahead.

Port de Pollença protest calls for action on sewage and illegal mooringsMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Port de Pollença protest calls for action on sewage and illegal moorings

Protesters in Port de Pollença, Mallorca, called on 23 August 2026 for action on sewage discharges, illegal moorings and coastal damage along the shoreline.

Water leak disrupts water supply in PalmaMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Water leak disrupts water supply in Palma

A water leak disrupted supplies to homes and businesses in Palma’s Nou Llevant and Foners on 23 August, with restoration expected by 15.00 local time.

Athletic Club de Montuïri unveil squad in MallorcaMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Athletic Club de Montuïri unveil squad in Mallorca

Athletic Club de Montuïri unveiled its squad in Montuïri, Mallorca, on 23 August 2026, before a Copa Illes Balears match with UE Petra.

Playa de Palma robberies: man arrested over attacks on touristsMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Playa de Palma robberies: man arrested over attacks on tourists

Spanish National Police arrested a man in Playa de Palma, Mallorca, on 23 August over four suspected violent robberies of tourists since late June.

Stolen motorcycles: two minors investigated in PalmaMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Stolen motorcycles: two minors investigated in Palma

On 23 August, Palma Local Police investigated two minors after a late-night chase involving allegedly stolen motorcycles through Palma, Mallorca.

Talent Júnior 2026 attracts 57 research applicants in the Balearic IslandsMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Talent Júnior 2026 attracts 57 research applicants in the Balearic Islands

On August 23, 2026, Talent Júnior attracted 57 applicants for research posts in the Balearic Islands, Spain, with the first appointments scheduled by year-end.

Palma car break-ins: suspect arrestedMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Palma car break-ins: suspect arrested

National Police arrested a man in Palma, Mallorca, on 23 August after two alleged car break-ins, including one in El Rafal and a theft of 100 euros.

Mallorca opposes transfers of child migrants from CeutaMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Mallorca opposes transfers of child migrants from Ceuta

Guillermo Sánchez said in Palma on 23 August 2026 that Mallorca opposes transfers of child migrants from Ceuta as its care system remains stretched.

Mallorca weather forecast: Mostly clear Sunday expectedMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Mallorca weather forecast: Mostly clear Sunday expected

Mallorca expects mostly clear skies, light easterly winds and little temperature change on Sunday 23 August; weak showers may affect Eivissa and Formentera.

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23 August 2026

Ukraine National Flag Day event in Palma

The Honorary Consulate of Ukraine in the Balearic Islands will mark Ukraine National Flag Day and the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence in Palma

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23 August 2026

Sant Bartomeu Jaleo: Marga Prohens to attend Ferreries event

Marga Prohens will attend the Sant Bartomeu Jaleo at Ferreries Town Hall, Menorca, at 7pm on Sunday 23 August, where Mayor Pedro Pons will welcome her.

Calvià lifeguard strike planned for Mallorca beachesMallorca News & Magazine
23 August 2026

Calvià lifeguard strike planned for Mallorca beaches

Lifeguards in Calvià, Mallorca, plan a strike on Sunday 23 August, citing service and workplace concerns; the council disputes its role in pay talks.

Playa de Palma fire leaves six with smoke inhalationMallorca News & Magazine
22 August 2026

Playa de Palma fire leaves six with smoke inhalation

Six people received on-site treatment after a residential fire in Playa de Palma, Palma, Mallorca, on 22 August 2026. Firefighters continued work.

Playa de Palma fire: two residents treated after smoke inhalationMallorca News & Magazine
22 August 2026

Playa de Palma fire: two residents treated after smoke inhalation

A fire in Playa de Palma, Mallorca, on 22 August left two residents treated for smoke inhalation as emergency crews evacuated five people from a block.

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22 August 2026

Son Reus strike: UGT weighs challenge to minimum staffing

On 22 August 2026 in Palma, UGT said minimum staffing for Monday’s Son Reus animal shelter strike could weaken workers’ right to strike.

Playa de Palma fire traps residents in Trasimé Street buildingMallorca News & Magazine
22 August 2026

Playa de Palma fire traps residents in Trasimé Street building

On Saturday, 22 August, five residents were evacuated after a fire at a residential building in Playa de Palma, Palma; a woman inhaled smoke.

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22 August 2026

PSOE accuses PP of neglecting Sant Antoni de Portmany administration

On 22 August, PSOE urged Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, leaders to answer allegations that PP infighting disrupted local administration and policing.

Mallorca weather forecast: clear skies and warmer daytime highsMallorca News & Magazine
22 August 2026

Mallorca weather forecast: clear skies and warmer daytime highs

On 22 August, the State Meteorological Agency said the Balearic Islands would have clear skies on Sunday, rising highs, lower lows and easterly winds.