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Mallorca News & MagazineMallorcan 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.
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.
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.
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.
Mallorca News & MagazineSchool 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.
Mallorca News & MagazineTirme 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.
Mallorca News & MagazineCalvià 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.
Mallorca News & MagazinePort 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.
Mallorca News & MagazineWater 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.
Mallorca News & MagazineAthletic 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.
Mallorca News & MagazinePlaya 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.
Mallorca News & MagazineStolen 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.
Mallorca News & MagazineTalent 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.
Mallorca News & MagazinePalma 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 News & MagazineMallorca 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 News & MagazineMallorca 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.
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
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.
Mallorca News & MagazineCalvià 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.
Mallorca News & MagazinePlaya 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.
Mallorca News & MagazinePlaya 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.
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.
Mallorca News & MagazinePlaya 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.
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 News & MagazineMallorca 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.