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Politics13 Jul 2026

American heir James "Fergie" Chambers held in Ibiza on a US extradition request

A judge ordered the Cox family heir, a self-described communist and pro-Palestinian activist, to remain in custody.

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Politics10 Jul 2026

More than 400 migrants reach the Balearics by boat in a single week

Twenty-three small boats arrived off Mallorca, Cabrera and Formentera, with 121 people on the busiest day.

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Politics6 Jul 2026

Son Banya clan member "El Ico" arrested for the third time in just over a month

Police accuse him of attacking a man and woman in Son Banya, in breach of a court order banning him from the area.

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Politics23 Jun 2026

Mario Gómez reportedly played a key role in Demichelis' move to Leipzig

The former Bayern striker, now at Red Bull, is said to have met Demichelis in Palma; the coach has defended his decision on Instagram.

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Politics22 Jun 2026

Former minister José Luis Ábalos sentenced to 24 years in prison

Spain's Supreme Court found that Ábalos, his former adviser Koldo García and businessman Víctor de Aldama formed a criminal organisation.

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Politics21 Jun 2026

Pere Sánchez, the newcomer calling for "Mallorca first"

The Coalició per Mallorca wants priority for long-term residents, a "demographic pause", an island police force and a cut in tourist capacity.

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