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Portemonnaie in Palma verschwunden: Selbstversuch offenbart Lücken

Blick aufs Festland

09/11/2026

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When a Wallet Disappears in Palma: Self-Experiment Exposes Gaps in Help for Tourists

A TV self-experiment in Palma's old town shows: finders act differently — often a lost wallet ends up in the rubbish, and the cash disappears quickly. What does that say about prevention and assistance for holidaymakers?

Why the Cologne–Palma Flight Stalled in Cologne — a Reality Check

A Eurowings A320 (EW584) came to a halt at the gate in Cologne/Bonn. Passengers had to disembark and wait more than two hours before a replacement aircraft departed. What went wrong, and what is missing from the discussion?

Missing in Palma: 32-year-old Finn missing for days – search focuses on Son Ferriol

A 32-year-old holidaymaker from Finland has been missing since September 2. He was last seen in Son Ferriol and appears to be in a severe mental crisis. The family asks island residents for help.

Almost €2,829 left on the bus – honest driver returns bag in Palma

A bag containing €2,828.93, passports and bank cards moved from the bus to the EMT, to the Policía Local and to the OBRE lost-and-found — and was returned to its owner.

Shipwreck before the first departure: How the 'Bus Nàutic' failed due to planning mistakes

A multimillion-euro port project in Palma collapsed before a vessel ever sailed. Key question: Why did the 'Bus Nàutic' fail and who is responsible?

No more guessing where to find today’s best daily menu: the new Mallorca app

A new app collects around 80 daily menus across the island each day and makes choosing lunch easier. Free, ad-free and with handy filters — ideal for residents, commuters and visitors in Palma and the Part Forana.

Dispute at Palma Harbor: When Self-Proclaimed Parking Attendants Demand Payment and the Situation Escalates

A video shows a heated confrontation between a self-proclaimed parking attendant and tourists at Palma's harbor. Who is responsible for safety and the rule of law?

Christmas Market in Front of the Cathedral: Palma Between Festive Spirit and Resident Protests

The German-speaking Christmas market returns to Palma — and this year places its stalls directly in front of the cathedral. Why that sounds to many locals like more than mulled wine but an added burden is the question we ask.

Trial in Palma: How safe are intoxicated women in Mallorca's nightlife?

A man is accused of sexually assaulting a heavily intoxicated woman in her Palma apartment in 2022. The prosecution demands twelve years in prison. What does the case reveal about prevention, police work and everyday safety on the island?

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