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Betrug mit Massagen auf Mallorca: Senioren in Consell, Sineu und Lloseta bedroht

Blick aufs Festland

03/05/2026

4 Min.

New Scam: Seniors Robbed of Jewelry After 'Massages' — What to Do Now

In Consell, Sineu and Lloseta, elderly women are said to have been robbed after being offered massages. The Guardia Civil is investigating a 29-year-old woman.

Chaos at Plaça d'Espanya: Why a Bus Rammed a Taxi — and What's Missing Now

A bus on line 19 collided with a stationary taxi at Plaça d'Espanya in the early afternoon. A reversing camera filmed the incident. We ask: was it driver error or a systemic problem? A critical assessment from Palma.

3900 Euros for Dog Poop: What Is the DNA Program Really Good For?

In Santa Eulària (Ibiza) a dog owner faces a fine of up to €3,900 for failing to remove dog waste 13 times. The DNA register is supposed to expose repeat offenders — we ask: does the system work, or is more than enforcement needed?

From the sand to the surface: Roman merchant ship off Can Pastilla is being salvaged

An approximately 1,700-year-old merchant ship with around 300 amphorae was uncovered off Can Pastilla in 2019. Starting March 9, the multi-month salvage begins — a moment for Mallorca's culture and research.

Sailing yacht 'Valent Segundo' sinks off Palmanova – a wake-up call for responsibility at sea

In the morning the nine-metre sailing yacht 'Valent Segundo' sank off Palmanova. Sea rescue teams could not secure the boat and the owner was unreachable. Who bears the consequences — and what needs to change?

Piggyback to El Arenal? A Reality Check on the Ballermann Singers' Run

2,157 kilometers in 50 days, a marathon every day, 500 meters piggyback at the start and end: What is behind the PR run to Playa de Palma — and is it justifiable?

Dangerous stinging hairs: Calvià steps up fight against pine processionary moth

The municipality of Calvià now targets caterpillar nests in hard-to-reach canopy areas. Why the operation is necessary, what is still missing and how you can protect people and animals.

50 Dogs from Neglected Finca Start Anew at Son Reus Shelter

At the end of February, 50 dogs were rescued from a finca near Palma. After medical care at the Son Reus shelter they are ready for adoption. A look at daily life, the opportunities and how the island can help.

Mallorca at Your Feet: New Handicraft Route Brings Island Pieces to Germany

Leather shoes, woven baskets and jewelry with a seal of origin: at the ITB the Island Council presented a route that links craft and tourism. What this means for Mallorca.

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