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If you live in Mallorca or plan to bring a car to the island, you should look beyond Palma when registering your vehicle.

The practice of hanging clothes out of windows to dry is deeply rooted in Spain and is part of the daily urban landscape. However, in Barcelona, an old regulation is currently causing heated discussions and potential fines. What’s behind this, and what consequences await the residents of the Catalan capital?

A shocking family drama has rocked Sentmenat, a municipality in the Barcelona metropolitan area. On early Monday morning, an incident occurred in which a man allegedly killed his partner's son, severely injured the woman, and then committed suicide. The Mossos d'Esquadra have immediately launched a comprehensive investigation to clarify the exact circumstances of this horrific act.

In Valencia, a tragic accident occurred early Saturday morning. A 16-year-old boy fell from a four-meter-high wall in the leisure area of the Marina de Valencia and later succumbed to his injuries.

A distressing incident of animal cruelty has caused outrage in the province of Alicante. On Friday, a woman was arrested by local police in San Vicente del Raspeig at a veterinary clinic. She is accused of having drowned her own dog at Aguamarga dog beach in Alicante. Municipal sources confirmed the arrest, which followed observations by several witnesses and the swift response of the authorities.

The Balearic Islands continue to lead the way in addressing the challenges of growing tourism. Following the examples of Ibiza and Formentera, Mallorca is now also planning to limit the number of vehicles entering the island. This measure aims to improve the quality of life for residents and protect the fragile environment of the Mediterranean gem.

The Spanish Mediterranean city of Valencia is solidifying its reputation as a hotspot for longevity: the number of centenarians has risen to an impressive 396 – an increase of 20 people since 2024. This remarkable development, which emerges from the latest publications by the city's Statistical Office, underscores Valencia's attractiveness and the quality of life of its residents.

The infamous neo-Nazi music festival "Chaos in the Sun" is once again gathering supporters of the far-right scene this weekend at a private farmhouse in Maresme, near Santa Susanna, Barcelona. Despite great secrecy, the event's poster, featuring international Oi! and far-right bands, has surfaced on social media.

Barcelona's population has increased for the third consecutive year, reaching 1,732,066 people, marking its highest level in four decades. This represents a 1.7% growth compared to the previous year, a development that, according to the Barcelona City Council's municipal data office, solidifies trends that have accelerated in recent years.

After months of tough negotiations and a significant delay, the conservative Popular Party (PP) and the far-right Vox party have agreed on the budget for the current calendar year in the Balearic Islands. This was announced by President Marga Prohens on Friday (May 30).