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The Palmesan horse
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The Palmesan horse

On August 31, 2026, a German tourist in Palma de Mallorca stops at a horse-drawn carriage and is moved by the apparent suffering of the horse, which appears thirsty and hungry. She asks the driver to give the animal water. The driver responds by throwing water from a bottle onto her face, after which she remains calm. The driver then performs a foolish dance, attempting to counteract what he perceives as the 'Teutonic fury' of the woman. The article references philosopher Peter Sloterdijk, who comments on historical European cruelty, comparing ancient Rome to 'Hollywood of cruelty.'

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ABC (España) logoABC (España)IndependentCenter17 hr. ago
The Palmesan horse

On August 31, 2026, a German tourist in Palma de Mallorca stops at a horse-drawn carriage and is moved by the apparent suffering of the horse, which appears thirsty and hungry. She asks the driver to give the animal water. The driver responds by throwing water from a bottle onto her face, after which she remains calm. The driver then performs a foolish dance, attempting to counteract what he perceives as the 'Teutonic fury' of the woman. The article references philosopher Peter Sloterdijk, who comments on historical European cruelty, comparing ancient Rome to 'Hollywood of cruelty.'

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