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Mallorca tourist places: MÉS seeks answers on temporary poolsMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Mallorca tourist places: MÉS seeks answers on temporary pools

MÉS per Mallorca lodged 32 questions in Palma, Mallorca, on 19 August 2026 over temporary tourist-place pools, allocations and enforcement.

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20 August 2026

Andratx approves first climate refuge at CEIP Es Vinyet

On 19 August 2026, Andratx, Mallorca, initially approved its first climate refuge at CEIP Es Vinyet, backed by more than €1 million for school sport.

CaixaBank tourism funding reaches €1.2bn in Balearic IslandsMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

CaixaBank tourism funding reaches €1.2bn in Balearic Islands

CaixaBank provided nearly €1.2bn to tourist accommodation firms in the Balearic Islands in the first half of 2026, the bank said on 19 August.

Atlantic bluefin tuna larvae face heat risk in Balearic watersMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Atlantic bluefin tuna larvae face heat risk in Balearic waters

A study published on 19 August 2026 finds Atlantic bluefin tuna larvae in the Balearic Islands have little protection from rising sea temperatures.

MÉS seeks legal definition of the Balearic SeaMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

MÉS seeks legal definition of the Balearic Sea

MÉS per Mallorca submitted proposals in Palma, Mallorca, on 19 August 2026 to define the Balearic Sea and coordinate management of its waters.

Clara del Moral to leave Mallorca tourism post in SeptemberMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Clara del Moral to leave Mallorca tourism post in September

Clara del Moral will leave the Mallorca Island Council’s tourism offer and quality directorate in Palma, Mallorca, in September, it confirmed on 19 August 2026.

Palma beach theft: two arrests after stolen scooter escapeMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Palma beach theft: two arrests after stolen scooter escape

Police arrested two men in Palma, Mallorca, on 19 August 2026 after bathers reported an alleged beach theft; officers recovered two phones and a stolen scooter.

Santa Isabel Monastery ownership confirmed in PalmaMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Santa Isabel Monastery ownership confirmed in Palma

On 19 August 2026, Marga Prohens praised the Jerónimas at Santa Isabel monastery in Palma, Mallorca, after a court ruling confirmed ownership.

Greenpeace calls for water crisis policy shift in SpainMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Greenpeace calls for water crisis policy shift in Spain

Greenpeace urged Spain’s authorities in Madrid on 19 August to reject new reservoirs, protect river flows and repair leaking water networks.

Large sharks absent in Balearic Sea studyMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Large sharks absent in Balearic Sea study

Research published in Palma on 19 August 2026 found no genetic traces of large sharks near Cabrera, adding weight to calls for stricter protection.

Balearic Islands drug seizures reach six tonnes in 2025Mallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Balearic Islands drug seizures reach six tonnes in 2025

State security forces seized six tonnes of cocaine, hashish and marijuana in the Balearic Islands in 2025, making 923 arrests, official data show.

Es Bosch purchase in Escorca completed by Balearic GovernmentMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Es Bosch purchase in Escorca completed by Balearic Government

The Balearic Islands Government completed its €1.1m Es Bosch purchase in Escorca on 19 August 2026, adding land near Torrent de Pareis to public ownership.

Nick Kyrgios suspended after positive cocaine test in MallorcaMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Nick Kyrgios suspended after positive cocaine test in Mallorca

Nick Kyrgios was provisionally suspended after a positive cocaine test at the Mallorca tournament, Spain. The ban has applied since 4 August 2026.

Mallorca water policy: MÉS calls for changeMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Mallorca water policy: MÉS calls for change

MÉS per Mallorca urges water policy change in Palma, Mallorca, on 19 August 2026, citing falling reserves and growing drought risk across the island.

Fatal s'Estanyol accident prompts nautical sector talksMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Fatal s'Estanyol accident prompts nautical sector talks

On 19 August 2026, Apanib sought urgent talks after a 69-year-old man died off s'Estanyol, Llucmajor, Mallorca; the Guardia Civil is investigating.

Machete chase in Palma ends with man arrestedMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Machete chase in Palma ends with man arrested

Palma Local Police arrested a 50-year-old man after an alleged machete chase near Robert Graves Street in Palma, Mallorca, on 15 August, police said.

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20 August 2026

Man arrested at Manacor courts over threats to former partner

Spain's National Police arrested a man at Manacor courts, Mallorca, on 19 August 2026 after he allegedly threatened to kill his former partner.

Balearic school meal supervision planMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Balearic school meal supervision plan

In Palma, Mallorca, on 19 August 2026, the Balearic Islands education ministry announced new oversight for school dining services from the next school year.

Dark Iron Motard sets off across Mallorca with 45 competitorsMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Dark Iron Motard sets off across Mallorca with 45 competitors

Palma, Mallorca, hosts the Dark Iron Motard on Saturday 22 August, when 45 competitors begin four stages covering 300 kilometres across the island.

PSIB urges Balearic land policy reversal after protestsMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

PSIB urges Balearic land policy reversal after protests

On 19 August 2026, PSIB urged the Balearic Government in Palma, Mallorca, to reverse land policies after protests over island tourism pressures.

Balearic Islands property prices rise 14.1% in 2026Mallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Balearic Islands property prices rise 14.1% in 2026

On 19 August 2026, Tinsa reported Balearic Islands property prices up 14.1% year on year, with first-year mortgage costs at 59% of income for households.

Mallorca retail sales fall despite strong tourist arrivalsMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Mallorca retail sales fall despite strong tourist arrivals

Mallorca retailers reported sales falls of 10–15% on 19 August 2026 despite strong visitor arrivals, as Afedeco examines tourist spending patterns.

Palma Airport flights: PP calls for PSIB responseMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Palma Airport flights: PP calls for PSIB response

On 19 August 2026, the PP called on the PSIB in Palma, Mallorca, to address Aena's August flight plans after Eurocontrol raised capacity concerns.

Mallorca remains a leading summer destination for Spanish travellersMallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Mallorca remains a leading summer destination for Spanish travellers

Mallorca remains a leading summer choice for Spanish travellers, Soltour said in Madrid on 19 August, as demand grows for combined trips and alternatives.

Mallorca separate waste collection rises 9.1% in 2025Mallorca News & Magazine
20 August 2026

Mallorca separate waste collection rises 9.1% in 2025

Mallorca's separate waste collection rose 9.1% in 2025, Mallorca Preservation said in Palma on 19 August 2026, reaching 24.9% of municipal waste.