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Gewalt am Intermodalbahnhof Palma: Warum mehr Präsenz allein nicht reicht

Blick aufs Festland

05/09/2026

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Strike on the Escalator: When Control, Homelessness and Safety Collide at the Intermodal Station

A security guard used pepper spray at the intermodal station after a homeless man allegedly attacked him on the escalator. Why is mere presence not enough?

Street next to the s'Aigo Dolça swimming centre in El Terreno completed

The city of Palma has finished roadworks beside the new s'Aigo Dolça swimming centre. Pavements, asphalt, lighting and drainage were renewed in an investment of around €346,000. More street upgrades in the neighbourhood are planned for this year.

When 3,600 Beds Meet 500 Residents: Canyamel Between Tourist Summers and Everyday Life

In Canyamel the municipality offers over 3,600 beds for holidaymakers but only about 500 registered residents. What does this imbalance mean for the village — and how can summer pressure really be reduced?

35-hour week for civil servants in the Balearic Islands: Good news — but how will everyday life change?

From June, employees of the public administration in the Balearic Islands will move to a 35-hour week; salaries will be increased retroactively by 1.5 percent; vacation days are to be allocated more flexibly. A reality check for the islands.

Mine-clearance exercise off Mallorca: Coastal security — and what's still missing

An international mine-clearance exercise is underway off Mallorca until tomorrow. What residents and visitors should know, which questions remain unanswered, and how harbour life can be organised compatibly.

Tight curves, fast bikes: When Tramuntana roads become danger zones

Bus drivers sound the alarm: On routes like Sa Calobra and Formentor, the coexistence of scheduled buses, rental cars and fast cyclists is becoming increasingly risky. Who protects residents, visitors and road users?

Collective Agreement in Retail on the Balearic Islands: What Really Reaches Workers' Pay

Employers and unions have agreed a four-year collective agreement: 14 percent in total, 4.5 percent for this year. Is that enough for Mallorca's shop workers?

Ironman in Alcúdia and Binter Night Run in Palma: Who can still get through today?

The Ironman 70.3 in Alcúdia and the Binter Night Run in Palma are causing extensive road closures today. If you're in Port d'Alcúdia, around the Tramuntana or on the Paseo Marítimo, plan your route now. A reality check with everyday scenes, missing information and concrete suggestions.

After a Bird Strike in the Air: How Safe Is Landing at Palma Airport Really?

An Air Europa flight from Madrid landed in Palma after a bird strike and a brief control‑system issue. A close call — or a wake‑up call for better precautions?

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