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Free wi-fi THE Pau Gasol sports complex in Alfaz now has free wi-fi, the town hall announced. Next on the list is Albir’s lighthouse, where the connection will be solarpowered.
Pines to go PINES at Denia Castle are to be selectively felled, the town hall said. Most of the 266 to go are crowding the building and endangering the monument, archaeologists said.
Strong words AN Alicante woman faces a 16-month prison term for intimidating her daughter’s teacher and threatening to kill her if she failed to give the girl a passmark in her exams.
No gas AFTER repeated earth tremors, the national government officially suspended a project to store gas in a depleted oil well off Vinaroz.
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Altea seafront refit budget still on course REMODELLING Altea seafront is at a standstill but the government’s €2.6 million allocation still stands for 2015. The money will come from the national government in Madrid as scheduled, Finance councillor Pedro Barber confirmed following the recent Budget announcement. “This means the project has Mariano Rajoy’s backing and that the central government means to see it through,” Barber said. A further instalment of €1.8 million is due to arrive in 2016. Work on extending the promenade as far the river mouth began in January, but ground to a halt two months ago. So too did eliminating the Charco, the stagnant and often foul-smelling lagoon between the Paseo and the open sea. When the seafront overhaul was
put out to tender, Cyes Infraestructuras submitted a €4,429,136 bid that was €3.5 million below the limit stipulated by the national government in Madrid. The company has run out of
money although a solution for reactivating the project is close according to Barber, but rests in the hands of the government. “We hope to restart the project as soon as possible,” Barber added.
Not guilty verdict for Noa doctors THREE Denia paediatricians have been cleared of negligence in misdiagnosing tuberculous meningitis. They treated Noa, who lives in Calpe and is now 10, for viral meningitis at
Denia hospital when she was 14-months-old. Despite a high temperature she was sent home where her condition worsened. She suffered irreversible brain damage and is now confined to a
wheelchair, needing constant and specialised therapy. The Benidorm criminal court ruled that the doctors did not breach the rules regulating professional duties. They
unfortunately diagnosed viral meningitis and gastroenteritis, the court said, but rejected claims from the Prosecution department and Noa’s parents that they should have done more tests.
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LIGHTHOUSE: Big plans for a small hotel.
‘Leave lighthouse alone’ plea JAVEA Town Hall expressed irritation at plans for the Cabo de San Antonio lighthouse. After the ministry of Public Works announced its intention of exploiting Spain’s unused lighthouses, Javea Town Hall learned that Alicante’s Port Authority intended turning the lighthouse into a hotel. Responding to Javea’s request for information, the Ports Authority confirmed that it will become a six-room hotel with cafeteria, restaurant and spa. This was the best offer, Ripoll explained, involving a €540,000 investment in
reforming the lighthouse, plus €2,000 a month for the first five years of the 30-year contract and €2,500 thereafter. It was lamentable, said Javea’s Mayor Jose Chulvi, that purely economic factors were taken into account, particularly as the lighthouse is situated inside the Montgo national park. In view of this and the fire that devastated 444 hectares of woodland last month, Chulvi has asked for the project to be halted and to be kept informed of any decisions or actions involving the lighthouse.
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Utilities plea RESIDENTS from Villajoyosa’s Montiboli urbanisation complained that they are still waiting for street lighting, main drainage and other municipal services. Rates have gone up, they said, but services remain unchanged.
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Low season good for cycling THE Marina Baja tourist sector is always looking for ways to cut its dependency on the high season. Sport is one solution and both Albir and Calpe are regularly chosen as a base for their winter training programmes by professional sports teams. Less intense cycling holidays are another way of maximising the Marina Baja’s offer out of season.
“People have progressed from the cult of honing their bodies in the gym to practising outdoor sports,” said Leire Bilbao of Benidorm’s Tourist Foundation. This included cycling, she added: “There has been a staggering increase in the number of people buying bicycles.” The Foundation soon realised that Belgians and the Dutch, with
their strong cycling traditions, were looking for destinations like Benidorm. They were particularly drawn to Costa Blanca’s mild winters where, with mountains only minutes away, they could practise their favourite sport in entirely different surroundings. And better still from the Marina Baja’s point of view, during the low season. TONI FLICKR.
Most-wanted THE average cost of a Marina Alta property rose to €1,737 per square metre in September. Prices were still higher in Denia where they reached €1,869 per square metre.
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Fire enquiry THREE coordinators who controlled the Torremanzanas forest fire of 2012 in which two people died will be interviewed under caution at the Prosecution department’s request. The charges have not been made public. Charges to come FREE parking will end at Campello’s Els Furs car park, now closed for winter, the town hall confirmed. ‘Competitive’ charges will be introduced when it reopens under private management next spring. Double purpose PASEO Dolores Piera will have the same red paving as other streets near the church, Benissa Town Hall revealed. Steps at the section adjoining the N332 will double as seating for a small amphitheatre. Move ahead BENIDORM Mayor Agustin Navarro requested a meeting with the Madrid government’s subdelegation regarding new National Police headquarters. The town hall is prepared to donate the land, Navarro said.
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DENIA has had a ‘normal’ year, said the town’s National Police chief. The crime rate, already one of Spain’s lowest, is 12 per cent below last year’s, he revealed.
Trade accolade A PANTHEON in Alcoy’s cemetery was judged the best in Spain. Built in 1903 and designed by Fernando Cabrera it is “a jewel” according to undertaker’s magazine ‘Adios.’
Swindle rumbled EIGHT people posing as auctioneers for repossessed properties were arrested in Denia. They were located after a cheated Madrid businessman who paid €131,000 for a local shop contacted the police with his suspicions.
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MYSTERY PLAY OF ELCHE: One of the religious highlights of the year.
A date with history ONE of the religious highlights of the year is the Mystery Play of Elche. Normally performed in August, this year there is a second chance to see what has been declared by Unesco one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Held at the Basilica of Santa Maria, the play dates back to the 15th century and is a chanted drama that commemorates the Assumption of Mary. In even numbered years there are extra ticketed performances on October 29 and 30, followed by free access on November 1. The play has lasted through to modern times despite the Council of Trento (1545 - 1563) banning
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the performance of Mystery Plays inside Christian temples. Over the years it has picked up influences from some of the periods it has survived through, so today it has Medieval, Baroque and Renaissance music accompanying the performance. Participants are amateur singers with a choir of children to voice Mary and the angels. Around 300 people take part, with many thousands of spectators. In keeping with medieval mystery plays the stage is organised horizontally for the earth and vertically for heaven. It is viewed as being the last truly Medieval Mystery Play surviving, with the text being taken from collections dating from 1625.
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is the number of people currently serving prison terms in Spain for tax evasion, said the Ministry of the Interior. The figures have registered a 63 per cent increase since January 2012.
AN internal enquiry will scrutinise a Castellon police charge following a street clash between leftwing and rightwing extremists. Both groups were leaving when the order to charge was given, witnesses claimed.
Double trouble VILLENA Guardia Civil officers were called out at night after thieves were spotted on a rooftop. Enquiries revealed they tried to steal more than 30 marihuana plants belonging to the sleeping owner.
Ancient art A PREHISTORIC engraved plaque from Gandia’s Parpallo cave can be seen at the Fira Gata on October 11 and 12. It is 12,000 years old and was discovered in 1957.
And finally... Seventy per cent of Spaniards suffer from computer vision syndrome due to the protracted and uninterrupted use of their computers, mobile phones, tables and e-book devices, said the Catalan Association of Optometrists (Coooc). Some symptoms include blurred vision and vertigo.
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AN Alicante fireman helped to rescue a Spanish potholer trapped in a Peru cave. Cecilio Lopez Sanchez, a Madrileño, was finally hoisted out of the 400-metre deep cave near Leymabamba in a carefully-planned operation 12 days later. Iñaki Saez, a member of the Alicante province consortium of fire brigades, was amongst Spaniards who had flown out to assist in the rescue.
BENIDORM: First choice for Spanish pensioners.
Pensioners’ holiday THE Imserso subsidised pensioners’ holiday scheme is now revving up. The ministry of Social Affairs programme expects to bring 168,800 pensioners to 46 Costa Blanca hotels between mid-October and next spring. Thirty-five are located in Benidorm, the first choice for the majority of pensioners, especially those from the north of Spain. The remaining hotels are in Finestrat,
Altea, Calpe, Alfaz, Javea, Denia and Guardamar. The Costa Blanca holidays are also amongst the cheapest, with prices that start at a low season daily rate of €20.25 in a three-star hotel and €20.75 for four-stars. The hotels receive €19 a day per guest, making no profit from the Imserso programme but able to remain open and keep on staff. It is time to review
these prices which have remained practically unchanged for 10 years, warned the Costa Blanca hoteliers’ organisation Hosbec. Costa Blanca hoteliers were disappointed that this year’s quota is the same as 2013’s which was 30,000 fewer than in 2012. Some hotels that missed out were obliged to close for the winter, resulting in the loss of 2,000 jobs.
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‘VOLUNTARIADO por Benissa’ is a town hall initiative coordinating the services of volunteers and those needing help. Several council departments and the BenissaTeulada Rotary Club will liaise with volunteers.
Fair date DUTCH business owners’ association NBCCB holds its annual trade fair at La Nucia’s Camilo Cano sports stadium on October 18. More than 100 stands will represent Dutch and Belgian businesses and associations.
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Burning issue TWO Catalans have been fined €900 each for burning a portrait of the former King Juan Carlos I. The incident happened during a pro independence protest before the abdication. While not condoning the act, which may well have been taken as being insulting to many Royalists, it was still something that should be covered by freedom of expression. Disrespectful? Yes, but why should that be illegal? Surely the courts have better things to occupy their time with than this. The Royal Family is capable of looking after itself.
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Unfair shares for Valencia MADRID will invest the sum of €776.07 million in the Valencian Community next year, which is 28 per cent more than that invested in 2014. The region is sixth in line after Andalucia, Galicia, Cataluña,
Castilla y Leon and Madrid but although this sounds promising, Valencia still loses out. Based on population numbers as well as its GDP, the region gives more to the state than it gets back in investment.
Madrid’s investment in the Communities works out at €156 per head, a sum that is €85 less than the national average. This is a massive €542 per head less than is paid out to Castilla y Leon.
Every dog to have its day DENIA Town Hall will ask the regional government for permission to make the El Cagarritar a dogs-allowed beach. The proposal was prompted by popular demand from both residents and visitors, announced councillor Vicente Chelet. Unlike the Punta del Riu Sec beach in Campello where dogs are allowed all year round, Denia plans to limit use of El Cagarritar to the period between November and May or June 2015.
The Denia branch of Agenda 21 - a UN-backed action agenda that functions at local, national and global levels - will be asked to study an alternative beach for the high season, Chelet said . He has also asked for collaboration from the municipal association Ciudadanos. Its members had been requesting a dogs-allowed beach for some time now and Chelet has asked them to supply details of the way these beaches functioned in other resorts.
Equal partners ALCOY Town Hall asked the Moors and Christians Association to ensure its statutes do not discriminate against women, calling for them to be fully integrated into fiestas.
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The naked truth in Benidorm A PHOTO of a naked Brit tied to a post in a Benidorm bar scandalised many Informacion readers recently. It was displayed on the front page of the regional Spanish daily, accompanying an article on the wild behaviour of Britons on stag and hen dos.
Non-aligned councillor Juan Angel Ferrer reacted first. “It’s time to end ‘get drunk and anything goes’ tourism,” Ferrer said. “I don’t care what people do in a private bar. But this was on the front line during the daytime with children passing by,” he objected. Second in charge at
Bridging the gap CALPE received a €751,000 windfall from the central government’s 2015 budget. This will finance an ultra-modern footbridge with two lifts over the busy N-332 main road, connecting the town to the railway station and urbanisations at the lower skirts of Sierra Olta. The N-332 will also have two speed-change lanes for traffic accessing the town at this point. “It is reassuring to know that nobody will ever have to risk their life again crossing the main road,” said Mayor Cesar Sanchez. “This is a very important day for Calpe.”
Benidorm Town Hall Gema Amor suggested introducing by-laws that limited exhibitionism, although a fellow-councillor described the photo on the front page of Informacion as a oneoff. Stag-dos and hen-parties are appreciated by the sector “if done correctly,” said PSOE spokesman Conrado Hernandez. The sector agreed: “Excessive and unnecessary,” objected bar and disco-owners’ association Ociobal to the by-law proposal. “These are exceptional cases; they exist and we don’t like them,” said Ociobal spokesman Richard Romero. “But Benidorm doesn’t have Magaluf’s problems.” The best solution was more police control and more fines.
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La Cala wants space back THE Atrium Beach complex in La Cala de Villajoyosa was halted 10 years ago and has been fenced off ever since. This fence encroaches on the public right of way, claims a La Cala propertyowners’ association which has sent a written request to Villajoyosa Town Hall.
The space in question could be used and enjoyed by residents, the association maintained. They called for the fence to be dismantled and cleared from the illegally occupied area without delay. Failing this, steps should be taken to fine the Atrium owners, it said.
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New drains go down a storm VILLAJOYOSA’S new storm drains were finished just in time for the long-anticipated autumn rains. In the past the runoff system in the centre of town routinely collapsed during periods of torrential rain, town hall sources explained. That this was no longer a threat became evident during the first storms of the season, before the new system was formally inaugurated. Instead of the deep puddles and flooding that regularly occurred in streets like Barranquet and Colon, the downpour was absorbed by the new subterranean channels that carried the rainwater as far as the Amadorio river. The €3.7 million
STORM DRAINS: Villajoyosa goes with the flow. project was carried out and paid for by Hidraqua SA, responsible for Villajoyosa’s domestic water supply and drainage. The town’s first highcapacity storm-drain system is a milestone in the town’s infrastructure said Villajoyosa’s mayor Jaime Lloret. “It is the
town centre’s first highcapacity storm drainage network and, after the reservoir, La Vila’s most important hydraulic system.” Although there was nothing to see, the new drains were going to improve the quality of life all residents, Lloret continued.
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Too many bumps in the road SLEEPING policemen are turning Playa de San Juan streets into minefields, residents complain. Fifty or so in streets near the golf course play havoc with the suspension and shock absorbers of cars that drive there regularly, they say. One resident, Jose Antonio Parrado, lodged an official complaint
arguing that many speed bumps do not conform to official regulations. Playa de San Juan belongs to Alicante City and the council has not adapted the sleeping policemen to Ministry of Public Works norms, he continued. Some are higher and longer than is allowed, others prevent rainwater
from draining away, ramps are sometimes inadequate and not all are correctly signposted. This is not the first time Playa de San Juan residents have objected to speed bumps. Two years ago several complained traffic passing over them caused vibrations that produced cracks in their homes.
Co-working comes to Campello SPACE on the third floor of Campello’s public library has been set aside for coworking. Users enter the shared area via their own security code and the installation also has CCTV surveillance. The co-working scheme was the result of 'Campello Crowd' held earlier this year that introduced the town to crowdfunding, crowd-sourcing and coworking.
It is aimed at business-owners and start-ups who need, but often cannot afford, office space and facilities to develop their projects. At present the town hall does not plan to charge for using the installations which include an internet connection and wi-fi. In exchange, those using the coworking facilities agree to collaborate with Campello businesses that might need their services.
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Spruced up SIXTEENTH century Torre Ansaldo in San Juan will be restored. The regional government has agreed to cover €20,000 of the €37,454 cost with the town hall providing the remainder.
Bed rest ALMOST half of 228 beds closed at Alicante General Hospital during the summer remain blocked. Beds are currently empty with no need for more, management told the unions.
Law-abiding ELDA and Petrel’s crime rate fell 20 percentage points below the national average between January and July.
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Never-forgotten battle JOAN MARTIN, wine expert and author, recently gave a talk in Benitachell on phylloxera. This microscopic insect that attacks the roots of grape vines ravaged Spain’s grape-growing and wine production in the early 20th century. It entered Europe in vines imported from America although the Marina Alta was one of the last areas to succumb, Joan Martin explained. The area kept phylloxera at bay 40 years longer than most other grape-growng areas, surpassed only by Utiel (Valencia) which held out for a further 15 years. The “decency and absolute
MARINA ALTA: Grapevines in Benitachell. respect for the land” of local growers was decisive in rejecting
Bollards bar the way BOLLARDS in Benidorm’s old quarter are causing more problems than they prevent. Some days a rubbish-collection lorry had to back all the way down Calle Condestable Zaragoza from Plaza de la Señoria because the bollards prevented the driver from turning. This in turn formed a traffic hold-up as other cars tried to ascend. The latest incident involved a fire engine on a routine town patrol being unable to enter Condestable Zaragoza owing to the bollards. These should be removed, said town hall opposition councillors, as they could obstruct emergency vehicles in urgent situations.
the non-native vines despite their far greater yield, he said. The Marina Alta battled to keep the area free from phylloxera but when this became impossible the ensuing crisis brought ‘misery, hunger and emigration.’ The population conducted itself throughout with “discipline, a sense of community and solidarity,” Martin said. “Society has many more positive features than those contained in official histories,” commented Benitachell’s Mayor Josep Femenia as he thanked Joan Martin afterwards.
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Stock day in Denia DENIA is holding an end of stock day on Saturday (October 11), between 10am and 10pm. As in previous years, the event has been organised by the town hall’s Commerce councillor, Vicente Chelet, and 50 local businesses are participating. Some will sell their wares from stalls set up in Plaza del Consell, Calle Diana and Calle La Mar up to the Carlos Senti crossroads. Others will be participating from their own premises. The initiative is timed to coincide with the influx of visitors for the October 9 public holiday and long weekend and assist local businesses to sell remaining stock and make room for their winter lines.
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A late summer boost for hotels ALICANTE City hotels reached 82.66 per cent occupancy rates during the month of September; an increase of 5.22 per cent over the same period in 2013. According to the Provincial Association of Hotels Alicante (APHA) the “positive” data is believed to be a result of the “extended summer season” with the favourable weather conditions and the influence of the Volvo Ocean Race.
However, July and August recorded a slight decline in occupancy levels compared to 2013, of 0.18 per cent. APHA said with the record number of passengers through Alicante-Elche airport and high occupancy on the AVE train this “should have meant an increase in overnight stays,” but this has not been the case due to “the significant increase in illegal housing” which they want to be addressed.
Shooting in Finestrat
Rain storm strikes in Benidorm area
POLICE have arrested a man accused of shooting another man in Finestrat. The Spaniard, aged 56, was arrested on suspicion of assault with a firearm after shooting a 36-year-old man, of North African origin, in the stomach. The victim is in La Vila Hospital where his condition is described as ‘serious.’
BENIDORM was inundated with water as 45 minutes of intense rains flooded the streets on Sunday (October 5), washing bikes and cars down the road. Around 27.4 litres of rain per square metre fell during the storm which also affected La Nucia, cutting off the main road from the town to Benidorm. The storm continued moving south to Murcia region.
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Saving water THE Diputacion will invest €108,520 in dripirrigation for San Vicente’s Lo Torrent park. This will cut by 40 per cent the amount of water used by the current sprinklers.
Better jobs UNEMPLOYMENT in Alicante Province rose by 1,138 at the end of September. Despite the rise, there were 17,921 fewer out of work than in September 2013.
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NO SMOKING: Dog-ends could be banished. A BENIDORM councillor proposed reserving some sections of the town’s beaches for non-smokers. The resort has almost 300,000 square metres of sands, more than enough to set aside some space so that children and people who do not smoke are not exposed to it, said nonaligned councillor Juan Angel Ferrer. Zones like these already exist in New York and Mexico, Ferrer pointed out, as well as some parts of Spain. The measure, if introduced, would not set out to penalise smokers
who would voluntarily refrain from smoking on seeing ‘no smoking’ signs, Ferrer suggested. “Benidorm has always set an example with its beaches,” he continued. “I believe a commonsense, modern and intelligent step like this would be an incentive for using beaches in a healthy way.” Cigarette ends blemish the sand and distributing ashtrays has not been a success, Ferrer pointed out. Worse still, they are impregnated with chemical compounds and take 10 years to decompose.
MORE than 600 pupils were evacuated from a La Nucia school after a suspected gas leak. As a chemistry teacher entered a laboratory at Elian’s British School she noticed a strong smell of gas that appeared to be spreading through the building. The emergency evacuation drill was activated and the company responsible for the gas supply contacted. Technicians checked the installations and confirmed everything was in order and it was safe to return. Headmaster Alejandro Monzonis commented afterwards that he believed the leak originated in the chemistry lab.
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Two dog-owners abandon woman THE owners of a dog that bit 81-year-old Ana Gil last August have not yet been found. She needed seven stitches in her arm and, still in pain, finds it hard to sleep. “I will not be able to sleep until the Guardia Civil manage to locate them,” she said recently. Although Ana lives in Muchavista she was in Villajoyosa when she was attacked by the ‘imposingly big’ dog.
The owners helped to free her and said they would fetch a doctor but instead they disappeared. The elderly woman had to flag down a passing car whose driver took her to the health centre from where she was sent to Villajoyosa hospital. The Guardia Civil have still not located the couple whom Ana recalls as being middle-aged, heavily-built, not very tall and wearing ‘rather vulgar clothes.’
Silver lining to stormy weather IKEA: Trying to open a centre in Alicante.
Laywers scrutinise the Rabasa plan ALICANTE Mayor Sonia Castedo was philosophical about state lawyers scrutinising the police report on the Rabasa development. The lawyers’ findings will determine whether to halt the Strategic Territorial Action plan (ATE) passed by city hall after the Supreme Court annulled the original project. This could affect Ikea’s
plans to install a centre in Alicante City’s Rabasa area, Castedo admitted. “Let them study it,” the mayor declared. “The more reports on its legality, the better.” She was aware that neighbouring Elche had offered to accommodate Ikea, admitting that city hall would be “really shocked” if that were to happen.
Parents sentenced for child’s truancy A VALENCIA Criminal Court sentenced a mother and father to three months of community service for allowing their child to miss 185 days of school. According to the final ruling, the parents failed to fully exercise their parental duties and unjustifiably let their child miss approximately six months of school during the 2011-2012 school year. The court concluded that they contravened article 226, 1 of the penal code and were guilty of ‘family abandonment,’ which normally carries a three-month prison sentence. The Valencia Public Prosecutor’s Office launched a campaign to fight school absenteeism, and more than 200 proceedings have been initiated annually.
SPAIN’s meteorological office Aemet recently confirmed what every Alicante Province resident already knows: September was very hot. It was the most torrid since 1990, with average temperatures of 25.2C although the beginning of the month was hottest with a record 38.4C registered in inland Alcoy. Aemet issues official temperatures from its weather stations but the digital readouts in the province’s streets were consistently higher although neither took into account the suffocating humidity that lasted well into the third week. September’s rainfall of 35 litres per square metres was 63 per cent below average although storms at the end of the month alleviated the ongoing drought. Alicante City is now the driest in Spain, according to the Alicante University’s climatology laboratory and the city’s two September storms brought more rain than the previous 11 months.
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Building help CALPE is offering grants and subsidies for homeowners to renovate the facades of their buildings to improve the appearance and urban environment.
Fiesta fun OCEAN RACE: departs for Cape Town on Saturday.
Alicante gets into race mode
THE Volvo Ocean Race has sailed in to Alicante and with it, thousands of visitors, an expected economic boost and even a royal prince. At the weekend’s opening was Sweden’s third in line to the throne, Philip Carl Philip who is patron of the race. He watched the first in-port race, won by Team Alvimedica, on board the all-women boat of Team SCA before taking on the challenge to climb to
the top of a race boat’s 30m mast. Afterwards he said: “That was a privilege and a unique experience.” The Race Village is home to the seven teams taking part as well as attractions and information for visitors and is open until Saturday when the fleet leaves for Cape Town on the first leg of the race. For more information on the race visit www.volvooceanracealicante.com.
ASSOCIATIONS and cultural groups of Poble Nou de Benitachell are celebrating the regional holiday today (Thurs, Oct 9) with a range of activities.
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Fire destroys a Villajoyosa home A FIRE has destroyed a house in Villajoyosa. The small property was located within the grounds of a church next to the Ermita de la Salud. The building was donated by the parish, with an agreement with the town
hall and Caritas, to a disabled person with Diogenes Syndrome, also known as senile squalor syndrome. The disease is characterised by extreme self-neglect, domestic squalor, social withdrawal and collecting large
Javea work to commence JAVEA has awarded three major public works which will begin shortly in the town. The first construction work will see improvement works in Avenida Augusta with a budget of €397,161. Work on the roof and lighting of the
d’Arnauda has been awarded with a budget of €72,721 and Candido Moreno company has been contracted to build the new ‘Comare Varo Maruja’ square on the site of the old police barracks at a cost of €119,000.
amounts of rubbish, which is likely to have fanned the flames. The person living in the home suffered minor injuries and has been taken to the Santa Marta hospital. The fire did not affect the neighbouring church who said the property is likely to have to be knocked down.
La Caixa aid A DONATION of €10,000 has been given to Javea’s Social Services Department by La Caixa Foundation. Councillor Tere Bisquert said the money will be spent on basic and essential needs by residents including aid to families to help purchase food, pay for water, electricity and rent.
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Recital of poetry and guitar A POETRY recital in English, Spanish, Dutch and French takes place tomorrow (Friday) in Benissa’s Auditorium at 7.30pm. The artistic duo DroogenbroodtBallester are well known for their multilingual recitals and Spanish guitar concerts. The duo not only give poetry and music recitals in Spain, but also abroad, including in China, one of the 25 countries where the poetry books of Droogenbroodt have been published. Last month at the International Poetry Festival in Craiova, Romania it received the prestigious Mihai Eminescu Prize. Entry is free.
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Spanish nurse tests positive for Ebola A SPANISH NURSE has tested positive for the Ebola Virus after coming into contact with infected missionary Manuel García Viejo. And now her husband has been admitted to hospital for observation as a high risk case. The auxiliary nurse tested positive for the deadly virus after displaying symptoms including a high fever. Although the initial medical analysis tested positive, the nurse will now undergo further testing to confirm whether or not she has the virus for sure. The husband of the stricken nurse - the first case of Ebola to be contracted and diagnosed in Europe - is isolated in quarantine
EBOLA VIRUS: Employees undergo vigorous training to deal with the disease. and will be observed, although he is still not displaying any symptoms. Two others have also been put under quarantine: a man who has recently returned from a trip to Nigeria, and another nurse who
does not have a fever, but is displaying symptoms including diarrhoea. A total of 52 other hospital workers are also being closely watched for symptoms of the disease. The infected nurse, who works at Madrid’s Carlos III hospital, treated priest Manuel García Viejo, who was flown to the Spanish
capital from Sierra Leone. García Viejo died of the virus on September 26. If the positive result is confirmed, the woman will be the third Ebola sufferer to be treated in Spain, but the first to contract the virus on Spanish soil. If positive, she will be the first case in the history of the virus contracted outside of the African continent.
Father suspected of killing children A MAN from Ubrique in Cadíz is being sought on suspicion of murdering his two children. The victims were found dead at a house in Ubrique after a 112 call was made to the emergency services at around 5.00am. Response units from the Guardia Civil, Local Police and the fire department found the lifeless body of a 20-year-old woman lying in the street outside the house. The body of the deceased’s 16-year-old brother was found inside. Initial reports suggest that both victims were
killed by a bladed weapon, and that the murderer may well have been their own father, who fled the scene. At the time of going to press the Guardia Civil were combing the area in an attempt to find the suspect. The man is thought to have lived in the house with his two children since the death of their mother just over a year ago after a battle with a serious illness. According to sources, an argument was heard by neighbours, prompting a call to the emergency services.
NEWS La Cova hosts the big cats THE latest outing by the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club in Spain took members to Restaurant La Cova, on the cliff top overlooking the harbour and beaches of El Campello. It was the perfect setting to show off 22 samples of Jaguar engineering expertise. An example of the new Jaguar F-Type Convertible; €100,000 worth of super car, was also on show, kindly brought along by Javier from Mundicar in Alicante. On November 16, the meeting will be at Restaurant La Torreta, near Eld and will include a presentation from Pelicer and Heredia, relating to legal issues and vehicles in Spain. The Jaguar Enthusiasts Club is the largest of the world’s Jaguar Clubs. For more information email jaguarspain@outlook. com or call 609 931 647 or visit www.jecspain.es.
Lest we forget THIS is your last chance to get tickets for Careline Theatre’s newest production. ‘Lest We Forget’ is on at Careline’s theatre in Alcalali next Thursday and Friday and is an evening of dance routines, sketches and monologues and foot tapping old but familiar songs to commemorate the ‘War Years.’ A donation from the opening nights performance will be made to the Royal British Legion Benidoleig Branch and RAFA. Tickets €12, call 652 294 750, or careline boxoffice@gmail.com.
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New club rises from ashes as WIB bow out THE Women in Business club (WIB) has ceased operation. After supporting women in work and raising money and awareness for good causes for numerous years, particularly the Marina Alta shelters for victims of domestic violence, the club is no more. President
Maria Verrecchia-Norman, said: “Since the AGM in March, and with the lack of support from members, WIB has been in abeyance. During this time the committee, who stayed on to see the completion of their tenure, has been using all monies held in the bank
account to good use. Among organisations we have helped are Calpe Food Bank, the women’s shelter, Pedreguer shelter and Centro de Acogida de menores, Denia.” Taking on some of the mantle of WIB is Quid Pro Quo. President Johanna Whittaker, a
MALE CHOIR: In full rehearsal for their Christmas concerts.
Male voice choir THE Costa Blanca male voice choir is currently in rehearsal for its Christmas programme which has just been finalised. The season starts with a private concert for the U3A on November 26, followed by the first public concert for the charity ‘Grant
a Wish’ at the Casa de Cultura, El Verger on December 2. At all concerts, the choir will be performing some old Christmas favourites, as well as some new pieces. www.costa blancamalevoicechoir.wikidot.com.
fully qualified English and Spanish banking and currency expert, is joined by a highly qualified business team who will continue with the work of WIB. Events will still be held to raise funds to help others. For information email johanna whittaker@hotmail.com.
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Birthday bonanza FIESTA CRAFTS in Javea is celebrating seven years of trading by hosting a week of events from Monday in aid of the Make a Smile charity. They will be running a raffle, tombola, craft cafe and a free candy buffet. For info call 966 461 788 or info@fiestacrafts.eu.
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HE summer is at an end and for many of us it is time to pack away the swimming pool for another year as the evenings get shorter and the weather chillier. We leave summer behind, but the happy memories of splashing and frolicking in the pool, or simply lying stretched-out in the middle on a lilo, will stay with us. Sadly issues surrounding pool safety were thrown sharply into focus when the tragic death of a two-year-old boy occurred in a neighbour’s swimming pool on the Costa del Sol last August. It was terrible news to have to report, and at the Euro Weekly News we want to help raise awareness of pool safety to ensure that the risks of such a tragedy happening again are minimised. We know how difficult it is for parents to keep an eye on their children 24 hours a day and accidents can happen in a flash: be it during the summer months or winter. As we have stressed before, installing a pool safety fence will give pool-owners peace of mind. In winter, with lounging around the pool a
POOL OWNERS: Should seriously think about installing a pool safety fence. distant memory, parents may not be as mindful to the dangers of swimming pools as they are in summer. Simply put, if a child cannot get near a swimming pool, then they cannot fall
Making it onto UK TV DO you know friends or family that are moving to Spain? If so Channel 5 would like to hear from you. The makers of ‘Benidorm ER’ - the hugely successful medical documentary on Channel 5 based at Clinca Benidorm - are looking to make a brand new television series about Brits leaving the UK for a better, cheaper life abroad. The team would like to show how people can leave ‘Blighty’ for an exciting new start, without breaking the bank. They are keen to find people who are about to move for work or to retire to Spain who believe they can live twice the life for half the price. Producers are looking for a real range of stories - people moving to houses, apartments, mobile homes and perhaps families or individuals who are planning to up sticks and build a new life and business in the sunshine. If this sounds like you, or someone you know please get in touch with Georgina Madley. Please email georgina.madley@ blakeway.tv or call 0161 838 2516 (that’s 44 161 838 2516 if calling from Spain). Blakeway North is an award
CLINICA BENIDORM: Features on Channel 5. winning regional production company, known for its factual programming. Since opening in 2008 Blakeway North has told intelligent, real life stories that grip, educate and inspire audiences, and whilst doing so they have won several awards. Most recently they have been nominated for five Royal Television Society Awards, including Best Single Documentary and Best Current Affairs Documentary. Benidorm ER’s newest series, was filmed in Spain a few months ago. Series four will be hitting the UK screens in January.
into a swimming pool. Although safety fences are required by Spanish law to be placed around community pools, there is no such restriction on private pools.
In France, the law requires all private pools to be equipped with a safety fence and failure to comply can see fines of up to €220,000 being enforced. We call on our readers to get in contact with their political representatives and demand that Spain follow suit with a similar policy to that of France. In the meantime, the Euro Weekly News team asks all readers with swimming pools to ensure that they consider the safety of others around their pool. If you are thinking of suspending the use of your swimming pool during the winter months, why not invest in a covering for your pool? You can never be too careful, and covers are a practical way of both protecting your pool from damage, as well as protecting your loved ones from coming to harm. Euro Weekly News offers advice that you can download and print out at https://www.euroweeklynews.com/im ages/pool-safety-printout/Pool-Safetyprintout.pdf Together we can enjoy our swimming pools responsibly.
Flight attendant jailed for tobacco smuggling A FLIGHT attendant has been jailed for carrying out a €230,000 tobacco smuggling operation between the UK and Spain. Dennis Connolly has been handed a 21month jail sentence for masterminding a cigarette smuggling operation by using his staff discount privileges to pay for flights. The easyJet flight attendant was heavily in debt after he took to online gambling to deal with the grief of losing his boyfriend to pancreatic cancer in 2007. Connolly employed a variety of people to travel to destinations around Spain and Portugal for day trips and short breaks. He then gave information on the rotation of customs officials to the smugglers working for him, so that they could sneak the cigarettes back into the UK. The cigarettes would then be sold at bargain prices on the British Black Market,
and as no Customs Duty had been paid on the tobacco, Connolly was able to make a profit. All in all, it is thought that Connolly smuggled 1,000 kilos of tobacco into the UK, avoiding €230,000 in duty over a three-year period. The law caught-up with the flight attendant last April when three of his smugglers were stopped at customs with a large quantity of cigarettes in their suitcases. The tickets that the three men were travelling with were linked back to Connolly’s flight bookings. As an employee of easyJet, he was able to purchase a large quantity of tickets on the cheap. Connolly admitted to having committed the crimes of ‘conspiracy to evade duty’ and ‘possession of criminal property’ at Manchester Crown Court, and was jailed for 21 months by the judge.
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LIVING in Spain without having thought about how you will look after your future health could cost you time, worry and money, warns the UK’s Department of Health in a new video about the importance of registering for healthcare. Britons coming to Spain to live permanently, as well as those who have recently arrived, must register properly with the Spanish authorities to ensure they are fully protected by the country’s state health system. But many expatriate Britons don’t get round to it and, as Mr Thomson finds out in the video Moving to Spain? Think about Healthcare!, this adds worry to illness or injury and, in the worst cases, can result in big bills.
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HOSPITAL TREATMENT: Could end up being an expensive business. Even Britons in Spain who do think about healthcare, then sometimes fail to finish the job. Last year 7,888 Britons received healthcare forms from the UK but didn’t then register
with the authorities in Spain. A lady from Gandia in Valencia now faces a large bill after being treated for cancer. It is estimated there could be up to 20,000 UK state pensioners who
have not registered correctly for healthcare in Spain. The new video points people in the right direction. Hannah Thronicker, head of the
Department of Health team in Spain, says “If there is one thing you must do when moving to Spain, or anywhere else abroad, it is to make sure you are covered for healthcare. “And if you are already resident in Spain but haven’t yet registered, the video is a must-see. Get registered - don’t wait until you’re ill.” Britons living in Spain are encouraged to share the video as widely as possible with friends and family who are living in or thinking of moving to a place in the Spanish sun. To view the video go to: http://bit.ly/1tk9lhz , or go to www.youtube.com and search for Moving to Spain? Think about Healthcare! You can share the video
via Facebook, or through Twitter using the hashtag #healthcarevideolaunch and #movingtoSpain. Alternatively you can embed it in a website or include in an email or blog. Further information on accessing healthcare in Spain can be found at www.healthcareinspain.eu or at https://www.gov.uk/health care-in-spain.
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Pro-independence supporters fined TWO supporters of the Catalan independence movement have been fined €900 for a crime against the Spanish Crown. The defendants were brought up on charges after they burned an upside down picture of King Juan Carlos during a proindependence demonstration staged in Mataro in Catalonia. It was a premeditated act carried out to smear the reputation of
the monarchy, said the National Court. Though Guifre Peguera (23) and Jordi Nogue (24) admitted to having participated in the non-authorised demonstration mounted back in 2013, their defence counsel argued the defendants only burned the picture to criticise the monarchy and that they never intended to insult or disparage the Spanish monarchy, since no slogans were chanted at the time nor was a manifesto read during the demonstration, which was not against the crown, he said. Nevertheless, the judge SPANISH police have confirmed that two surfers died did not see it that way and after struggling with strong currents off the northern ruled they had indeed beach vacation area of Zarautz. sought to insult the Emergency services were called after other surfers monarchy, especially by had pulled the two onto the beach, on Sunday turning the King’s picture (October 5) morning, police said. One surfer had run upside down. into trouble and the second went to assist but was The Public Prosecutor’s also struggling, a spokesman said. Resuscitation Office was asking for a attempts on the beach were unsuccessful. €10,800 fine, but the judge The Basque coast in front of the Bay of Biscay is decided the minimum fine renowned among surfers. The beach at Zarautz, 40 was enough, since Peguera kilometres (25 miles) west of the French border, is and Nogue are students popular because of the type of waves it offers. It and have no steady also hosts a well-known surfing school. income.
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EWN is a press awards winner THE Euro Weekly News (EWN) Media Group has picked up a prestigious award from the Spanish newspaper industry. EWN was nominated in the AEEPP (Asociaciòn Española de Publicaciones Periòdicas) 9th annual awards ceremony in Madrid. Members of the Euro Weekly News (EWN) team travelled to Madrid where they were joined by other media publications from across Spain. President of the Community of Madrid, Ignacio Gonzalez, presented the award to the EWN team. It was made for the dedicated deliverance for more than 15 years of its free weekly publication to the English expatriate and English-speaking community in Spain and the wider digital audience. The award was accepted on behalf of the entire EWN group by Operations CEREMONY: Ben and Nicki (centre) collect Manager, Nicki Burgess and Sales Manager, Benjamin Wickham. Sr. Gonzalez asked who EWN targeted Forty awards were presented to media and Nicki explained it was the largest publications, EWN being the only English- English-language publication keeping language publication to receive one. Nicki expatriates in Spain informed of news Burgess said: “We are honoured to across its six editions. He was impressed receive the award and privileged to be with the coverage and asked when EWN here with our Spanish colleagues from would be available in Madrid, asking if it would be when Madrid had a beach. other media groups.”
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the award. He showed great interest in EWN’s attendance, passing comment that he could tell the team were from Malaga with their southern Spain suntans. The conversation continued in a jovial manner, with the story being relayed to the president at his request as to how
EWN had become such a large and successful news group. EWN owners Michel and Steven Euesden were unable to attend the ceremony as they were promoting the business in Europe at another function. But having seen the photographs of the event, Michel said: “This award is for no one person, it is for all at EWN. We do not work as individuals, we work as a team. We pull together to ensure that each week we deliver to the English-speaking community a newspaper giving local, national and international news. “We also deliver 24/7 breaking news digitally to our readers and clients. Without the commitment and dedication of the whole team we would be hard-pressed to meet our own expectations. Steven and I are proud of where Euro Weekly News fits into the community, and we are equally proud of the team. We are thankful to the AEEPP for their recognition and award. A big thank you to everyone and importantly a big thank you to our readers for their loyalty, and our clients for their continued advertising. We lead in being Spain’s largest free newspaper in English.”
The No means No campaign gets more and more support
GIVING SUPPORT: Film Festival director Mac Chakaveh (left) and Nicole King (right) joined in the campaign.
ultimate goal - equality. Presenter Nicole King of Mi Marbella Radio also joined the campaign by showing her support this week. Nicole helped raise awareness by broadcasting the campaign on her programme delivering the information to residents and
visitors to the Marbella region. Four weeks after launching the #No_means_No campaign, Emma Watson, the appointed Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations, delivered a speech on September 20, speaking and campaigning to the boys and men of the world to stop violence against women, and to enhance equality and fairness. Delivering some hard hitting facts in her speech, Miss Watson sent a strong and powerful message that change was needed to achieve equality for women. The UN backed #HeforShe campaign echoes the same message and aims as #No_means_NO. Details on how to send support to both campaigns can be found on our website: www.euro weekly news.com/nomeans-no Male staff of Euro Weekly have shown their support by sending a photograph to the #HeforShe and hope others will follow.
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Spain violates international law SPAIN has violated international law by extraditing a man facing torture, according to a UN ruling. It refers to the extradition of a MoroccanBelgian man, Ali Aarrass, to
Morocco in November 2010. Charged with terrorist offences, Aarrass appealed to the UN’s Human Rights Committee fearing he would be tortured on arrival in Morocco.
Beardless Jesus THE earliest known images of Jesus without a beard, have been found by archeologists in Spain. The glass plate, dating back to the 4th Century AD was used to hold Eucharistic bread as it was consecrated in early Christian rituals. The plate which, was discovered near Linares, (Jaen) reportedly has images of a clean-shaven Jesus engraved on it. The pieces found by scientists were very well preserved and 81 per cent of the piece has been pieced together. It shows Jesus flanked by two apostles, who are believed to be Peter and Paul.
According to the ruling reached by the UN’s Human Rights Committee, Spain broke the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) by extraditing the terror suspect to Morocco when there was a possibility that Aarrass would face torture once there. The Committee agreed that Spain had failed to carry out its obligations to adhere to Human Rights protocols stipulated in the ICCPR, despite being expressly told to halt extradition proceedings whilst Aarrass’ case was examined. Aarrass argued that there was reliable evidence that if he was extradited he would be tortured, but the Spanish Courts denied his appeal and the man’s extradition was approved on November 19, 2010.
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Half marathon THE fifth Rincon de la Victoria half marathon is taking place on Sunday November 2 at 10am. Registration is €15. Those interested in participating can register at www.traininglimit.com and at Cabberty stores.
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Sponsored walk THE Nerja branch of the Royal British Legion is organising a walk to launch the 2014 poppy appeal on the commemorative year of WWI on Sunday October 19 at 11.30am from Al Andalus Hotel Maro to Nerja.
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Photography exhibition THE Friends in Focus camera club are displaying a selection of their members’ photographs at Centro Cultural at La Cala Mijas from October 24 until November 17. The inauguration is on October 28 at 6pm. For more info: 633 214 947.
Upcoming excursion LUX MUNDI Fuengirola is organising a coach excursion to the Alhambra Palace and the Generalife Gardens for October 21. Tickets are €37 and include transport, insurance, entrance to the palace and audio guide. More info: 952 474 840.
TV series MEDIASET is to shoot a suspense, action and sci-fi television series called Rabia (Rage) in Coin, said the council
BOXER Emiliano Casal had been named athlete of the year at the XXI Torrevieja Sports Gala held at the Municipal Theatre.
Book fair
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NERJA Council is offering Spanish classes for Norwegian nationals starting on Monday October 20. They are to be taught every Monday from 11am until 1pm at School Giner de los Rios on Calle Diputacion 2.
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AROUND 30 volunteers took part in the planting of more than 200 dune plants on Monte Blanca in La Manga as part of the campaign to restore the natural flora and environment of the area.
TORRECUEVAS is gearing up for its traditional festivities in honour of Virgen Madre, scheduled to start tomorrow (Friday, October 10) and to finish on Monday (October 13). Most events are taking place on Plaza del Acueducto.
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retailers take to the streets offering discounts to shoppers.
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Traditional festivities
NERJA Council published on its website the official programme of the feria which starts today (October 9) and finishes on Monday (October 13). Some of the highlights of the festivities include concerts by India Martinez and Ecos del Rocio.
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PIT STOP: Fire destroyed four vehicles at the garage.
Oria garage fire FIRE has destroyed four vehicles at a British garage close to Oria. Emergency services attended the scene at Pit Stop on Thursday night. The fire started in one vehicle and spread to three more. Steve Jones, one of the business partners, said: “It was raining and the vans were empty, so it’s unlikely that a fire could have started accidentally.” The garage is in its fifth year of trading and Steve described 2014 as their best yet. If you have any information, please contact the Guardia Civil in Oria or the garage. on its official website. The series will be aired next year. The first eight episodes will be shot in Madrid and Coin.
services were used by 17,000 visitors, making it one of the busiest libraries in the province.
Golf tournament
Case building
THE third Ciudad de Benalmadena Golf Tournament is to take place tomorrow (October 10) at Club de Golf de Torrequebrada. It is organised by GolfSpain and sponsored by the Tourism department.
EL EJIDO judicial police are gathering evidence in the case against the mayor, Francisco Gongora. Gongora is accused of various crimes in conjunction with a property sale while in office.
Spanish legends CENTRO INNOVA in Benalmadena is hosting a talk on Spanish legends and myths at 4.30pm. It is in Spanish but there will be support in English, French and German.
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Town improvements BENTARIQUE and Alicun will receive €144,000 for improvements to the water network as well as pavement repairs and street improvements.
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THE 13th edition of Torrevieja’s old and used book fair is on at the Paseo Vista Alegre until October 19 with more than 20,000 books on display, including ones in English.
Spooky windows TORREVIEJA is looking for the best window display for Halloween. Windows must be completed by Wednesday (October 15) with the winner receiving free radio advertising for their business.
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Top award AMERICAN David Stein has been honoured for his community work and career as a businessman and hotel owner on Mallorca. He is the owner of Gran Hotel Son Net and the founder of charity ‘Projecte Jove.’
Season ends SEPTEMBER saw an increase in unemployment in the Balearic Islands as the tourist season was winding down. There are now 65,000 people without a job in the Balearics.
Candidates list
TABERNAS is the site for a top secret warehouse where set equipment is being constructed for the upcoming Clavius movie. Filming dates are yet to be confirmed.
FORMER Mayor of Soller, Ramon Socias is leading the PSOE candidate list in the municipal elections in 2015.
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Wine subsidies
JUAN PABLO YAKUBIAK, IU representative in Roquetas has raised a complaint that the town has been using spambots to promote bullfighting events via social media.
THE Balearic Islands are to receive subsidies of over €212,000 for the conversion of vineyards and €174,000 for the modernisation of almond and carob crops from the Government.
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Library birthday
Outlet fair
CARBONERAS library has celebrated its first birthday and announced that the
HUNDREDS picked up a bargain or two at Almoradi’s Outlet Fair which saw
ALCUDIA has welcomed the 19 candidates from the autonomous communities battling it out to be crowned ‘Miss Spain Tourism.’
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BRITISH PRESS DENMARK - The area around Nørrebo Station is to be transformed into a bus-only area with space for buses to park, said Copenhagen Council. Car traffic is to be led away from the area.
Slower increase DENMARK According to HelpAge International’s Global AgeWatch Index, Denmark is the 12th best country in the world to be old and the rapid increase in the size of its over-60 population is slowing down.
Stolen tails NORWAY - Burglars targeting the Spydeberg riding school in Indre Østfold stole horse riding equipment and cut the tails of five horses. Police are looking for the culprits.
Winter Games NORWAY - Oslo has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2022 Winter Games. The decision came after a majority of government officials voted no. “A big project like this, which is so expensive, required broad popular support and there is not enough support for it,” said Prime Minister Erna Solberg talking to the media.
PM elected SWEDEN - Stefan Löfven was elected Sweden’s Prime Minister. His coalition is not expected to reverse the previous administration’s most popular reforms, including tax cuts for middle-income earners.
State visit PM David Cameron arrived in Kabul for what is to be his last visit to Afghanistan before all UK troops leave the country. Cameron is the first world leader to meet the new Afghan government.
Veto power ACCORDING to plans by the Conservatives, rulings from the European Court of Human Rights would not be enforceable in the UK any more. It appears the Tories would give Parliament the right to veto judgements. The proposal is to be included in the party’s election manifesto.
Thailand murders TWO migrant workers who reportedly admitted to killing Brits Hannah Witheridge and David Miller went back with police to the scene of the crime to stage a reconstruction. The reconstruction was conducted to “get a sense of what happened,” said Thai police.
Royal auction QUEEN Victoria’s 52-inch silk bloomers are to be auctioned on Sunday (October 12) at Westenhanger
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A GROUP of expats walked part of the route of the Berlin Wall on German Unity Day (October 3), almost a quarter of a century after its fall to raise funds for refugees a year after the Lampedusa tragedy in which more than 360 migrants died in a shipwreck off the Italian island.
EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS. Auctioneers in Stamford, Kent. They are expected to sell for £2,000 (€2,546). Some of the other odd items to go ‘under the hammer’ include a vial with US President Ronald Reagan’s dried blood and a clump of Mick Jagger’s hair.
Serving time PE teacher Luke Maslen, 24, was jailed for sleeping with two teenage pupils after sending them multiple flirty messages on Twitter. Maslen is to serve a four-year prison term.
RUSSIAN PRESS Government support THE Russian Government is to provide support to major companies by injecting state capital, said top officials at an investment forum. The Western sanctions imposed on Russia over Ukraine are “stupid,” said President Putin.
Organ donors MOST Russians would be unwilling to donate their organs, according to a survey conducted by the Levada Centre. Only 21 per cent of respondents said they would donate them, while 41 per cent said it was unlikely.
Entry ban OVERSTAYING a Russian visa for a year or more could get foreign visitors banned from entering the country for a decade. People who violate Russian migration law currently face a ban of three to five years.
Compensating victims THE Russian Government could offer compensation to owners of property lost due to ‘unlawful decisions of foreign courts.’ The draft law
was due to be reviewed by the State Duma on Tuesday (October 7).
Expansion plans AMERICAN online auction site eBay is working out plans to expand its services in Russia by opening its website to some of the country’s largest online stores, according to reports from business daily Vedomosti.
Cars burnt AS many as 10 cars have been set on fire in Berlin. The police are not ruling out political motives, said a local newspaper.
Rising crime THE number of investigations into organised crime in Germany registered a 7.2 per cent increase last year, according to a report presented by Interior Minister Thomas de Maizere.
War criminals THE Israeli branch of the Simon Wiesenthal Centre urged Germany on Wednesday last week to bring to justice alleged members of Nazi death squads during World War 2 and provided authorities with a list of 80 suspects.
Payments rise STARTING next year the German Government is to increase the compensatory payment given to political dissidents who were jailed for at least six months by the German Democratic Republic by 20 per cent, said officials. BURNING CARS: Set on fire in Berlin.
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FERROVIAL’s order book was at an alltime high of €26.14 billion by the end of last June. Projects were asymmetrically split between services (€18.84 billion) and construction (€7.30 billion) with two-thirds
of the Spanish multinational’s business located outside this country. These include the North Tarrant Expressway (NTE) in Texas (€1.05bn), the US route I-77 (€480m), renewing much of the UK’s rail infrastructure including the
Playing for time costly for AENA DELAYS in paying for land compulsorily purchased to extend Madrid’s Barajas airport have proved expensive. Acquiring 26 million square metres of what was classed as rustic land worth €15 per square metre in 1999 was expected to cost airports operator AENA €390 million. Fifteen years later AENA must pay at least double that because owners waiting more than two years for compulsory purchase compensation were entitled to a revaluation. This right was claimed by 590 owners although the majority of applications were rejected as being outside the time
limit. Nevertheless, AENA must now pay a further €372 million after 145 claims were upheld. Another 27 claims involving €37.5 million are pending and at least €400 million will be added to AENA’s bill. On average the price per square metre rose to €80 while in areas nearest Madrid this soared to €283. According to legal sources, AENA acted on the advice of State lawyers and paid only owners who accepted the original offer. Those who appealed received nothing while their claims were processed, paving the way for reassessments when land prices were at their highest.
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Chain reaction CARREFOUR reported Spanish profits of €47.3 million last year following €21.7 million losses in 2012. Turnover fell 2.3 per cent to €7.35 billion, the fifth consecutive year of lower sales.
Losses offset SPAIN was allocated 95,000 tons of the 400,000 tons of fruit and vegetables covered by European Commission compensation. A €165 million fund will offset losses following Russia’s ban on imports.
Easy mortgages, hard times SIXTY PER CENT of now-defaulted mortgages were taken out between 2004 and 2007. This was the period when the property bubble showed few dangers of bursting and accommodating banks were providing mortgages of 100 per cent or more. Despite the slowly-improving economic situation and reduced unemployment, foreclosures on
principal homes rose by 8.4 per cent during the second quarter of 2014, according to Spain’s statistics office INE. Cataluña had more foreclosures than any other region (3,994), followed by Andalucia (3,981) and the Valencian community (3,342). La Rioja with 61 had the fewest, followed by the Basque Region (94) and Navarra (118).
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STAT OF WEEK SPANISH homeowners spent almost €3 billion in the first three months of this year on landlines (€736 million), mobiles (€1.21 billion), internet (€739 million) and pay television (€270 million).
CROSSRAIL: Ferrovial part of consortium building the crossLondon line. Crossrail project between Maidenhead and Heathrow (€670m), extending two Australian motorways (€630m) and a motorway in Saudi Arabia (€145m).
“Countries in the Organisation for Cooperation and Economic Development (OCED) are our expansion priority,” said Ferrovial’s CEO Iñigo Meiras.
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In the working environment is your low-cut top costing you a promotion? Loose change A look at finance for females
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HILE I was working in the Middle East some time ago I noticed that a friend of mine living there always had a brand new swanky car every single year. This particular man ran an organic food supermarket and café and he was so ‘green’ that he actually charged his mobile phone by connecting it to a type of pump, on which he jumped up and down and the energy he created powered his phone! Therefore I was naturally
CAREER MOVE: Research shows that what a person wears has a big impact. surprised that this man, who recycled everything imaginable, bought a brand new car every year. “The brand new car is a business move,” he told me. When doing deals in that part of the world, if he
drove up to the meeting in a shiny new car, his prospective business partners had more respect for him and he made a better deal. Superficial, isn’t it? But the same thing is happening on European shores too. According to a recent news report, many businesses are advising their staff, not on the car
they drive, but on their appearance in the workplace and telling them that a sharp look can help improve their career. A famous Swiss bank has a 44-page dress-code document drafted up on everything from appropriate underwear to the importance of regular haircuts. While a wellknown accountancy firm
reminds new recruits of the importance of appearance, stressing that people make up their mind about them in just 30 seconds. Research from a UK psychology professor clearly shows that what a person wears has a big impact on others’ impressions of them and on their subsequent career opportunities. She says women whose work wear is ‘slightly provocative’ are judged to be less competent and therefore less likely to get promoted. While, a man in an off-the-shelf suit is judged as less successful and less flexible than his counterpart who wears a tailor-made suit. As shallow as all this does appear, the unfortunate truth is that we live in a very imageobsessed world and how we present ourselves on the surface probably does drive other people’s opinions of us and our potential.
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Ratings war FITCH Ratings placed Cataluña and the Institut Catala de Finances (ICF) on Rating Watch Negative (RWN). The ratings agency warned that as the region will probably need access to the regional liquidity fund (FLA) next year, its bonds would risk being downgraded to junk status without the national government’s support.
Make-up on the up SPAIN’S cosmetics sector had a €646 million turnover last year, 0.6 per cent more than in 2012 and an accumulated 13.36 per cent since 2006. Andalucia spent €110 million last year on cosmetics, more than any other Spanish region while La Rioja, with an outlay of just €2 million spent the least.
Successful team management MANY business owners are blissfully unaware of the actual mechanics of running their business. Clever at their trade, they are hopeless at business management, which is a wholly different calling. The business owner’s skills are far different from those working on the shop floor. Car dealership owners likely have difficulty changing a spark plug. Often the restaurateur is hopeless in the kitchen whilst famous name authors are useless at writing. Football fans agree that many team managers are incapable of physically playing football. Home improvement companies employ salesmen who haven’t the foggiest idea what a Phillips screwdriver is. Where the successful business owner does succeed is in successful team management. I have done both. As a salesman I was consistently the top
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performer, at team management I was an also ran. Those who cannot recruit, select, train, inspire, lead and manage a team will never run a successful business. Business owners whose attitude is, ‘if you want a job doing properly do it yourself,’ can never compete against a rival’s well-managed team. I fall into this category. I used my wife to hire and fire. Such is the difference between shop floor and sales that occasionally it is necessary to cross no-man’s land. I recall being interviewed by a pathway
and patio installation marketing company. Salesmen were advised to visit clients wearing cords and body warmers rather than suits. This was to create the illusion that they were familiar with managing the task. Instead of focusing on running your business turn your attention instead to effectively managing your staff. Each has a task; encourage, empathise and reward them. Delegate and use the strengths of each individual where they are likely to be most effective. A people person is best with clients; great at the counter, reception or in sales. Those lacking personality best put them out of sight. If a family or staff member is creative then let them help with marketing. Successful business management means putting round pegs in round holes, square pegs in square holes.
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Adding fuel to the winter payment fire I FULLY agree with the Editor regarding the heating allowance. Bus passes, television licences, rent and rates rebate should be abolished and pensioners should receive a liveable state pension. As my late mother-in-law said: “I don’t need these payments, just give me a decent pension.” Of course this would create redundancies in the civil service and local government, a cost the central government might wish to avoid. Spain, they say, is a hot country so you don’t need the allowance. How is it that the mountains are covered in snow in winter? Madrid isn’t exactly boiling hot in winter and neither is most of northern Spain. Who is kidding who? Let us have our vote back and a reasonable pension. After all, we did pay taxes during our working lives so now let’s enjoy the benefits of our labours. Robert Peake, Mijas Pueblo (Malaga)
Not viable THE winter fuel allowance is a nonsense and should end. Pension credits are available for those who need them and other benefits exist. The Editor’s conclusions are illogical: the UK may be a wealthy country but it can’t afford the drugs and health service that keep us alive until we can’t walk or talk. It then nurses us to an end that is unsatisfactory in quality of life and they pay us bigger pensions. We are at a point where half the population work for money. The other half, in education or retired, are supported by those working and supplemented by savings. Pension schemes are based upon workers contributing but nearly half of workers’ pay is removed by taxes and national insurance. It is foolish economics and populist nonsense to say “Pensioners deserve better.” Pensioners have to realise they have already had a chance to earn and save and many have huge assets in their possessions.
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State pensions have to be a safety net, not a salary by right. Sixty per cent of the world’s population is in dire poverty yet many of them put away up to 20 per cent in savings to help pay for schooling, health and care for their elderly family members. Pampered western cultures have to cut back on quality of life, meaning excessive benefits, high tax, superb healthcare, generous infrastructure and help for all those in need. Then they can afford to help others around the world who are vastly worse off although some economies are catching up. We in Europe have about 5 per cent of the world’s population and 25 per cent of its wealth. That is changing fast and we shall have to tighten our belts for a long time yet. Dave Wood, Estepona (Malaga) and Maldon (UK)
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nasty experiences on flights, some years ago four of us took a flight to Cyprus from Gatwick in London. Twenty minutes into the flight, the captain announced that we had to return to Gatwick for technical reasons. As we came in to land we were followed by two fire engines either side! The passengers remained absolutely quiet, without a titter. We waited for five hours before we took off again but were told that our luggage would follow on another flight. When we finally got it next day, the cases were slightly damp.
Something in one of the cases had clearly set off the sprinklers! Ted Gilleland, Quesada (Alicante)
Lights out I AM writing in reference to the absolutely dreadful service we encounter all too often here in Spain. Our community of 22 dwellings was left without electricity after a storm and as I didn’t have the community account information, which is kept by our administrators, I got the reply that Endesa were unable to help. It took four phone calls, the last one from the electrician we often use, and six-and-a-half hours for Endesa to sort this problem out. As the storms raged on we woke up to the same problem, although after only three phone calls and three hours waiting, the electricity came back on. It was a very frustrating situation as Endesa seemed incapable of identifying where we were located and kept telling me
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there was no problem. To say they were unhelpful would be an understatement: they simply didn’t appear to care that 22 houses were without electricity! Anne-Marie Savastano (by email)
Ludo torture I READ with interest a story in the online edition of the Euro Weekly News. It described the indignation of a group of friends fined for playing ‘parchis’ in Malaga town square after midnight. Well done, Local Police! I would like each of those doughty officers to receive a commendation if not a medal. This cut-throat version of ludo should be played in a soundproof room or preferably a padded cell. I also believe a fine of €101 each was far too lenient if, as Euro Weekly News revealed, they were playing for three hours. No wonder there were complaints as these fanatics rattled their dice in that horrid little cup and scatter them noisily on the board until 2am. In the days when I lived in a seafront apartment an entire summer was made unbearable by a family of Madrileños who spent all night, every night playing ‘parchis.’ I only wish I’d had the nerve to ring the police as the Malaga residents did. Deirdre Baxter (by email)
They never learn MORE PEOPLE have been killed and massacred in the name of God due to organised religion than anything else. It’s only logical true believers in a spiritual deity wouldn’t normally murder their fellow human beings although throughout history the same contradictory mistakes were repeated in order to benefit one religion or another. All religions are organisations and structures conceived by human beings, with their intrinsic faults and defects. Personally, I prefer the Golden Rule, which never fails: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Why is this simple Rule so difficult to apply and practice? Richard M McBride, ex-altar boy at St Thomas Aquinas Church, Adams, Massachusetts (by email)
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1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:15pm You've Been Framed! 2:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 3:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:00pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:05pm You've Been Framed! 6:30pm You've Been Framed! 7:00pm Royal Pains 8:00pm Two and a Half Men 8:30pm Two and a Half Men 9:00pm The Guide to You've Been Framed! 10:00pm Bad Bridesmaid 11:00pm Celebrity Juice 11:50pm Plebs 12:20am Dapper Laughs: On the Pull
10:30am Judge Judy 10:55am Judge Judy 11:20am Judge Judy 11:50am Inspector Morse 2:05pm Heartbeat 3:05pm Wild at Heart 4:05pm The Return of Sherlock Holmes 5:20pm Second Thoughts 5:55pm Never the Twain 6:25pm On the Buses 7:00pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Judge Judy 8:30pm Judge Judy 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm Blue Murder 12:35am William and Mary
2:00pm The Professionals 3:00pm Motorway Patrol 3:30pm Highway Patrol 4:00pm Pawn Stars 4:25pm Pawn Stars 4:55pm Kojak 5:55pm Magnum, P.I. 6:55pm The New Avengers 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm Car Chasers 9:30pm Car Chasers 10:00pm Road Rage Britain: Caught on Camera 11:00pm 8 Mile 1:15am Vinnie Jones' Toughest Cops USA
4:00pm Melissa and Joey 4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 6:30pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm How I Met Your Mother 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Suburgatory 10:30pm 2 Broke Girls 11:00pm New Girl 11:30pm The Inbetweeners 12:00am The IT Crowd
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Animated comedy series about US family life.
12:45am Family Guy 1:10am Family Guy 1:30am Don't Drop the Baby 2:30am Don't Tell the Bride 3:30am Bluestone 42 4:00am Don't Drop the Baby
SKY MOVIES Action 7:30am Tombstone 9:50am The Fast and the Furious 11:50am 2 Fast 2 Furious Former LA cop Brian now makes his living driving in illegal street races in Miami.
1:50pm The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift 3:45pm The Top Ten Show 2014 4:05pm Assault on Precinct 13 6:05pm Drop Zone 8:00pm The Fast and the Furious 10:00pm 2 Fast 2 Furious 12:00am The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift 1:50am Assault on Precinct 13 3:45am Drop Zone 5:30am In the Line of Duty: Smoke Jumpers
7:00am Feels So Good 8:30am The Trail of the Pink Panther 10:10am The Guilt Trip 11:50am Wedding Crashers 1:50pm The World's End 3:45pm American Pie 2 5:35pm 10 Years A ten-year reunion dredges up old feelings and new problems for a group of former high-schoolers.
7:20pm The Guilt Trip 9:00pm Wedding Crashers 11:10pm The World's End 1:05am American Pie 2 3:00am The to Do List 4:50am The Top Ten Show 2014 Which movies are doing the best business at home and across the pond?
5:10am The Trail of the Pink Panther
6:10am Point Last Seen 7:55am Bad Company 10:00am Red Rock West Michael drives from Texas to remote Wyoming on the promise of a job.
11:50am Ripley's Game 1:50pm Murder at 1600 3:50pm Bad Company 6:00pm The Good Doctor A doctor develops a dangerous obsession with his patient.
7:50pm Alive 10:00pm The Counsellor 12:20am Traffic 2:55am Death Wish 4:35am Jagged Edge Newspaper man Jack is the prime suspect when his rich wife is murdered.
6:40am Lincoln: Sky Movies Special 7:00am Any Day Now 8:50am Hide Away 10:20am Captain Corelli's Mandolin 12:35pm One Chance 2:30pm Flight 4:50pm Any Day Now 6:40pm The Butler 9:00pm Love Actually Romcom following the interconnected lives of a group of loved-up, and lovelorn, Londoners.
11:20pm One Chance 1:10am Dangerous Minds 3:00am Under the Tuscan Sun 5:00am The Inn of the Sixth Happiness
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7:00am The Harry Hill Movie 8:45am Powder Room 10:30am Willow Creek 12:00pm Moshi Monsters: The Movie 1:30pm The Harry Hill Movie 3:15pm Thor: The Dark World Special
7:40am Gunsmoke 8:40am Gunsmoke 9:45am The Forty-Niners 11:10am Mark of the Gorilla
The cast of Thor: The Dark World chat about the stunning sequel to superhero hit Thor.
3:45pm Nothing Left to Fear 5:30pm Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit 7:30pm Moshi Monsters: The Movie 9:00pm Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit 11:00pm Nothing Left to Fear 12:45am Powder Room 2:20am Willow Creek 3:45am Nothing Left to Fear 5:30am The Wolverine Special
Jungle Jim must stop Nazis dressed as Apes from stealing a golden treasure.
12:25pm Gunmen From Laredo 1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm The Odessa File 6:25pm The Wackiest Ship in the Army 8:20pm The Boy From Oklahoma 10:00pm Frankenstein 12:20am Eraser 2:20am Frankenstein 4:30am Ed Sullivan Presents: Rock 'N' Roll Revolution: The British Invade America 5:25am Off Set
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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Saints and Scroungers 12:45pm Break-in Britain - The Crackdown 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors
BBC TWO 7:10am Saints and Scroungers 7:55am F1: Grand Prix Practice 9:35am ยฃ100k House: Tricks of the Trade 10:35am Sweets Made Simple 11:05am Sweets Made Simple 11:35am The Travel Show 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm BBC World News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm The A to Z of TV Cooking 2:20pm F1: Grand Prix Practice
ITV 6:05am The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather
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CH4 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Frasier 11:00am Frasier 11:30am Undercover Boss Canada 12:30pm Four in a Bed 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Four in a Bed 1:35pm Four in a Bed 2:05pm Four in a Bed 2:40pm Four in a Bed
CH5 8:50am Noddy in Toyland 9:00am Little Princess 9:15am Peppa Pig 9:25am Peppa Pig 9:35am Toby's Travelling Circus 9:50am Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00am Tickety Toc 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm Cowboy Builders 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Storage: Flog the Lot! 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours
SKY 1 6:00am Airline USA 6:30am Airline USA 7:00am The Real A&E 7:30am The Real A&E 8:00am Harrow: A Very British School 9:00am Futurama 9:30am Futurama 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five-0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles
3pm 3:15pm Perfection 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Home Away From Home 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip
3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm The Alan Titchmarsh Show 5:00pm Who's Doing the Dishes?
3:10pm A Place in the Sun 4:10pm Countdown 5:00pm Deal or No Deal
3:15pm NCIS 4:20pm Avenging Angel
6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two 8:00pm The Great British Bake Off Masterclass
6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street
6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:30pm Unreported World
6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm World War II in Colour
6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons
9:00pm Mastermind 9:30pm Lorraine Pascale: How to be a Better Cook 10:00pm Tom Kerridge's Best Ever Dishes 10:30pm Gardeners' World 11:00pm QI 11:30pm Newsnight
9:00pm Gino's Italian Escape 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Lewis 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm The Job Lot
9:00pm Stars at Your Service 10:00pm Gogglebox 11:00pm Alan Carr: Chatty Man
9:00pm Paul Merton: World's Biggest Cruise Ship 10:00pm JFK's Secret Killer: The Evidence 11:00pm Body of Proof 11:55pm NCIS: Los Angeles
9:00pm The Last Ship 10:00pm A League of Their Own 11:00pm An Idiot Abroad: Short Way Round
12:55am Access 1:00am Super Casino 4:10am Kids Who Kill 5:00am Wildlife SOS 5:20am Divine Designs 5:45am House Doctor
12:00am The Simpsons 12:30am The Simpsons 1:00am Hawaii Five-0 2:00am Hawaii Five-0 3:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 5:00am Stargate Atlantisยบ
4:00pm Gymnastics Ore Oduba introduces coverage of the World Gymnastics Championships from Nanning, China, where the world's elite women are doing battle in the all-around competition.
Western in which a preacher turns gunman in order to avenge the death of his wife and child.
3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm Airline 4:30pm Emergency with Angela Griffin 5:30pm Harrow: A Very British School
6pm 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport
9pm 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Would I Lie to You? 10:00pm Have I Got News for You 10:30pm Big School 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm BBC London News 11:35pm The Graham Norton Show
Karl Pilkington's got company this time around: film and TV star Warwick Davis.
12am 12:25am The Secrets 12:55am EastEnders Omnibus 2:50am Weather for the Week Ahead Detailed weather forecast. 2:55am BBC News
12:05am Never Mind the Buzzcocks 12:35am Later... with Jools Holland 1:40am French Film 3:05am Question Time 4:05am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.
12:10am Nutty Professor II: The Klumps 2:00am Jackpot247 Join the presenters live and play roulette on your telly. 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 4:45am ITV Nightscreen
12:10am Scrotal Recall 12:40am 48 Hrs 2:20am Boss 3:20am The Inbetweeners USA 3:45am Very Important People 4:10am Phil Spencer: Secret Agent 5:00am Win it Cook it
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10:00pm England's Worst Ever Football Team 11:00pm Some Girls 11:30pm EastEnders 12:00am Rude Boys 12:20am Family Guy 12:45am Family Guy 1:05am Family Guy 1:25am Family Guy 1:45am England's Worst Ever Football Team 2:40am Bad Education 3:10am The Revolution Will be Televised 3:40am Some Girls 4:10am Rude Boys
8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Proms Chamber Music 9:00pm Sound of Cinema: The Music that Made the Movies 10:00pm Imagine... 11:30pm Jimi Hendrix: The Road to Woodstock 12:30am Great Guitar Riffs at the BBC 1:30am Imagine... 3:00am Jimi Hendrix: The Road to Woodstock 4:00am Great Guitar Riffs at the BBC
12:10pm Royal Pains 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm You've Been Framed! 2:15pm You've Been Framed! 2:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 3:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:00pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:05pm You've Been Framed! 6:30pm You've Been Framed! 7:00pm Royal Pains 8:00pm Two and a Half Men 8:30pm Two and a Half Men 9:00pm You've Been Framed and Famous! 10:00pm Fast and Furious 12:15am Release the Hounds
11:25am Judge Judy 11:55am Inspector Morse 2:05pm Heartbeat 3:05pm Wild at Heart 4:05pm The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes 5:15pm Second Thoughts 5:50pm Never the Twain 6:20pm On the Buses 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Judge Judy 8:25pm Judge Judy 8:55pm Wycliffe 10:00pm Love Your Garden 11:00pm Prime Suspect 1:15am William and Mary
12:55pm The New Avengers 2:00pm The Professionals 3:00pm Motorway Patrol 3:30pm Highway Patrol 4:00pm Pawn Stars 4:25pm Pawn Stars 4:55pm Kojak 5:55pm Magnum, P.I. 7:00pm Minder 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm Storage Wars 9:30pm Storage Wars 10:00pm Moonraker 12:35am Sudden Death
3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm Melissa and Joey 4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 6:30pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Suburgatory 9:00pm How I Met Your Mother 9:30pm How I Met Your Mother 10:00pm Priest 11:50pm The Big Bang Theory 12:20am The Big Bang Theory
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SKY MOVIES Action 7:05am Alex Cross 8:55am Jaws 11:05am Predator 1:00pm Fast and Furious 6 3:15pm Any Given Sunday On any given Sunday you're gonna win or you're gonna lose.
5:55pm Alex Cross 7:50pm Jaws 10:00pm Fast and Furious 6 12:15am Predator 2:15am Commando 3:55am Uncommon Valor 5:45am The Lost Medallion: The Adventures of Billy Stone
7:00am Bean 8:35am Curse of the Pink Panther 10:30am The Cable Guy 12:10pm The Hangover Part III 1:55pm The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 3:40pm American Pie: The Wedding 5:30pm Bean 7:15pm The Cable Guy 9:00pm The Hangover Part III 10:45pm The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 12:30am American Pie: The Wedding 2:10am Scary Movie 3 3:40am Someone Marry Barry 5:10am Curse of the Pink Panther
6:30am Deep Family Secrets 8:15am Flesh and Bone 10:35am Black Hawk Down 1:10pm The Call 3:00pm Twisted 4:50pm Zero Dark Thirty Special 5:10pm In the Line of Fire 7:30pm Black Hawk Down Brutally authentic war action detailing the covert US mission in Somalia that became a bloodbath.
10:00pm The Call 11:40pm The Canyons 1:30am Internal Affairs 3:35am Fear 5:20am Malpractice
7:40am Wish You Were Here 9:20am Promised Land 11:10am Beyond the Sea 1:10pm Best Man Down 2:50pm About Time 5:00pm How to Steal a Million 7:10pm Promised Land 9:00pm About Time 11:10pm Thelma and Louise 1:25am The Sessions 3:05am Vamps 4:45am Let's Make Love
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7:00am Spike Island 9:00am The Best Man Holiday 11:15am Powder Room 1:00pm Moshi Monsters: The Movie 2:30pm All is Lost 4:30pm Captain Phillips: Sky Movies Special 4:45pm 47 Ronin 6:45pm The Best Man Holiday 9:00pm 47 Ronin 11:00pm All is Lost 1:00am Spike Island 3:00am Powder Room 4:45am The Lone Ranger Unmasked
7:45am Gunsmoke 8:45am Gunsmoke 9:45am The Boy From Oklahoma 11:25am The Odessa File 1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm Funeral in Berlin 6:05pm The First Texan 7:50pm King Richard and the Crusaders 10:00pm Exit Wounds 11:55pm The Reaping 1:45am Exit Wounds 3:35am Gold Fever 4:45am TCM Shorts 5:05am Off Set
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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:45am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:15pm F1: Grand Prix Qualifying 2:30pm BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather. 2:35pm Weather The latest weather information. 2:40pm Football Focus A look ahead to this weekends football action with interviews, expert opinions and highlights.
BBC TWO 6:35am F1 the Russian Grand Prix Practice 1. Practice 2. Practice 3. 11:15am Map Man 11:45am South Africa Walks 12:15pm Lorraine Pascale: How to be a Better Cook 12:45pm The Little Paris Kitchen: Cooking with Rachel Khoo 1:15pm Rick Stein's Island Escapes 2:15pm The Gay Divorce
ITV 7:00am CITV 10:25am ITV News 10:30am The Hungry Sailors 11:25am Murder, She Wrote 12:20pm ITV News and Weather 12:30pm Storage Hoarders 1:30pm The Unforgettable... 2:05pm Tipping Point
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CH4 7:05am How I Met Your Mother 7:30am Transworld Sport 8:25am Mobil 1 8:55am The Morning Line 10:00am Weekend Kitchen with Waitrose 11:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:30am Frasier 12:00pm Frasier 12:30pm The Big Bang Theory 12:55pm The Big Bang Theory 1:25pm The Simpsons 1:55pm Gadget Man 2:30pm Channel 4 Racing
CH5 6:35am House Doctor 7:00am Milkshake! 11:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Underground crime-fighting escapades with the heroes in a half-shell. 11:35am The Secret Life of Pets 12:00pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 1:00pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 2:00pm Vera Cruz
SATURDAY TV
SKY 1 6:00am Airline USA 6:30am Airline USA 7:00am All Aboard: East Coast Trains 8:00am Glee The hit show returns. 9:00am The Fantasy Football Club 10:00am The F1 Show 11:00am Soccer A.M. 1:00pm World Wrestling Entertainment Superstars 2:00pm Modern Family 2:30pm Modern Family
3pm 3:20pm Gymnastics 4:50pm The Great British Bake Off 5:50pm Celebrity Mastermind
3:55pm Top Hat 5:30pm Escape to the Continent
John Humphrys presents a celebrity version of Britain's toughest quiz.
3:05pm The X Factor The UK's biggest talent search sees thousands audition for the life-changing prize of a millionpound recording contract .
3:00pm Channel 4 Racing 5:05pm Come Dine with Me 5:40pm Come Dine with Me
3:50pm The Magnificent Seven Ride! The fourth in a series of films about the famous Western heroes.
5:45pm 5 News 5:50pm Operation Crossbow
4:10pm Jurassic Park
3:00pm The Middle 3:30pm The Middle 4:00pm Inside RAF Brize Norton 5:00pm Inside RAF Brize Norton
6pm 6:20pm BBC News 6:30pm Regional News 6:35pm Weather 6:40pm Pointless 7:30pm Strictly Come Dancing
6:00pm ÂŁ100k House: Tricks of the Trade 7:00pm Restoring England's Heritage 7:30pm Gardeners World 8:00pm Flog It! 8:30pm Penguins - Spy in the Huddle
6:35pm Local News and Weather 6:45pm ITV News and Weather 7:00pm You've Been Framed! 7:30pm The Chase 8:30pm The X Factor
6:10pm Come Dine with Me 6:40pm Come Dine with Me 7:10pm Stars at Your Service 8:05pm Channel 4 News 8:20pm Sarah Beeny's Double Your House for Half the Money
11:00pm Through the Keyhole
9:15pm Grand Designs 10:20pm Hanna
All the very latest local news and weather.
8:05pm World War II in Colour A new collection of rare and unseen footage from World War II presented in colour thanks to the very latest colourising techniques.
6:00pm Futurama 6:10pm The Boxtrolls Movie Special 6:20pm The Simpsons 7:50pm The Simpsons 8:20pm Ashley Banjo's Secret Street Crew
9pm 9:35pm Doctor Who 10:20pm Casualty 11:10pm The National Lottery Live 11:20pm BBC News 11:38pm Weather 11:40pm Mrs. Brown's Boys
9:30pm Dad's Army 10:00pm QI XL Panel-based quiz where it is more important to be interesting than right.
Keith Lemon presents a brand new version of the classic game show.
Saoirse Ronan, Eric Bana and Cate Blanchett star in Joe Wright's unusual chase thriller.
10:45pm Storyville
9:00pm JFK's Secret Killer: The Evidence Documentary which presents evidence to support a shocking theory about who John F. Kennedy's real killer was.
10:00pm Hang 'Em High
Series showcasing the best in international documentaries.
9:20pm Duck Quacks Don't Echo 10:20pm Doctor Dolittle 2 Comedy sequel following Dr Dolittle's attempts to save an endangered Pacific forest from the lumber industry by introducing a protected species of bear back into the wild.
12am 12:10am Armageddon 2:30am Weather for the Week Ahead Detailed weather report. 2:35am BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather.
12:20am Newsnight Debate 12:50am Shine 2:30am TOTP2 3:30am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.
12:00am ITV News and Weather 12:15am The Game 2:30am Jackpot 247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 4:45am Nightscreen
12:30am Rude Tube 1:35am Gangster No.1 3:20am Homeland 4:25am Hollyoaks Omnibus
12:25am 3.10 to Yuma 2:30am Super Casino Feeling lucky? Get the authentic, heart-thumping casino experience every night. 4:10am Benefit Brits by the Sea 5:00am House Doctor
12:00am Hawaii Five-0 1:00am Hawaii Five0 2:00am Hawaii Five-0 3:00am Hawaii Five0 4:00am Road Wars 5:00am Nothing to Declare 5:30am Nothing to Declare
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8:00pm Kung Fu Panda 2 9:20pm Great Movie Mistakes 2: The Sequel 9:30pm Top Gear 10:30pm Live at the Apollo 11:00pm England's Worst Ever Football Team 12:00am Family Guy 12:22am Family Guy 12:44am Family Guy 1:06am Family Guy 1:28am Family Guy 1:50am Family Guy 2:12am Family Guy 2:35am The Revolution Will be Televised
8:00pm Hidcote: A Garden for All Seasons 9:00pm Horizon 10:00pm The Code 10:55pm The Code 11:55pm Britain's Most Dangerous Songs: Listen to the Banned 12:55am More Dangerous Songs: And the Banned Played on 1:55am Top of the Pops 2:30am Horizon 3:30am Hidcote: A Garden for All Seasons
3:35pm FYI Daily 3:40pm Babe 2: Pig in the City 4:25pm Funniest Ever You've Been Framed! 5:30pm You've Been Framed! 6:35pm Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed 7:35pm FYI Daily 7:40pm Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed 8:25pm The World is Not Enough 9:25pm FYI Daily 9:30pm The World is Not Enough 11:00pm The Xtra Factor 12:00am Celebrity Juice
9:40am Judge Judy 10:00am The Royal 11:05am The Royal 12:05pm The Queen 1:05pm FYI Daily 1:10pm The Queen 2:15pm Columbo 3:50pm A Touch of Frost 5:45pm Wycliffe 6:55pm Inspector Morse 9:00pm Rosemary and Thyme 10:00pm Midsomer Murders 12:00am A Touch of Frost 1:40am Bomb Girls 3:15am ITV3 Nightscreen
11:20am I Want That Car 12:20pm Storage Wars 12:50pm Storage Wars 1:20pm Storage Wars 1:45pm British Superbike Highlights 2:50pm Superman 3:50pm FYI Daily 3:55pm Superman 5:45pm For Your Eyes Only 6:45pm FYI Daily 6:50pm For Your Eyes Only 8:25pm Euro 2016 Qualifier Live 11:00pm Storage Wars 11:30pm Storage Wars 12:00am Storage Wars
1:55pm Melissa and Joey 2:30pm Melissa and Joey 3:00pm City of Ember 5:00pm The Big Bang Theory 5:30pm The Big Bang Theory 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory 7:00pm How I Met Your Mother 7:30pm How I Met Your Mother 8:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Unstoppable 12:00am The Inbetweeners
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5:10am Curse of the Pink Panther 7:05am 13 Going on 30 8:45am Son of the Pink Panther 10:20am Big Daddy 11:55am Identity Thief 1:55pm There's Something About Mary 4:00pm Stand Up Guys 5:40pm 13 Going on 30 7:20pm Big Daddy 9:00pm Identity Thief 11:00pm There's Something About Mary 1:10am Stand Up Guys 3:00am Stir Crazy 5:10am Son of the Pink Panther
5:20am Malpractice 7:05am John Q 9:10am A Few Good Men 11:40am Dead Again 1:40pm Miami Vice 4:00pm John Q 6:05pm Derailed 8:05pm Trance 10:00pm Oldboy 11:55pm American Psycho 1:50am Cherry Falls 3:35am Dead Again 5:35am Loss of Faith Drama about an author drawn into a web of intrigue, murder and deception.
6:50am The Top Ten Show 2014 7:10am Dead Poets Society 9:25am Cruel Intentions 11:10am Never Been Kissed 1:05pm The Lifeguard 2:50pm The Devil Wears Prada 4:50pm While You Were Sleeping 6:40pm The Top Ten Show 2014 7:00pm Never Been Kissed 9:00pm The Devil Wears Prada 11:00pm Cloud Atlas 2:00am Cruel Intentions 3:45am Disconnect Technology causes several lives to intertwine with terrible consequences.
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5:30am Moshi Monsters: The Movie 7:00am Powder Room 8:45am The Best Man Holiday 11:00am Spike Island 1:00pm The Top Ten Show 2014 1:15pm Moshi Monsters: The Movie 2:45pm All is Lost 4:45pm 47 Ronin 6:45pm The Best Man Holiday 9:00pm 47 Ronin 11:00pm All is Lost 1:00am Spike Island 3:00am Powder Room 4:45am Gone Girl Special 5:15am Pain and Gain: Sky Movies Special 5:30am Moshi Monsters: The Movie
6:00am Funeral in Berlin 8:00am Gunsmoke 9:00am Gunsmoke 10:05am The First Texan 11:40am The Gun Hawk 1:30pm Terror by Night 2:45pm The Three Stooges in Orbit 4:30pm The Three Stooges Meet Hercules 6:15pm Road to Bali 8:05pm Son of Paleface 10:00pm Rollerball 11:55pm Dangerous Ground 1:45am Rollerball 3:30am Dangerous Ground 5:10am Off Set
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LTHOUGH all rather macabre, I did find the highly media covered reenactment of the two alleged murders of the Thai backpackers, pretty riveting this week. It was actually not the first time I had observed this practice of public demonstration by criminal perpetrators. I remember on one occasion, while watching extremely boring Saudi Television, the programme was suddenly interrupted by a voice informing us that two Filipinos had confessed to the particularly vicious rape and murder of a Saudi man and wife. The scene then opened in the bedroom of the unfortunate victims. The accused then proceeded to reenact the whole sordid series of events. At the close of the action the men, in full close up, confessed to both murders. The following Friday, after prayers, they chopped off their heads in the market square. Job done. These men bore no apparent marks or signs of any form of torture and frankly, in this latest incident, these two men would, in my opinion, need to have been under the direction of Carl Foreman and possess
LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT the acting talents of Lawrence Olivier to carry out this particular scenario were it not the truth. Why can’t the UK incorporate exercises of this nature when
RIYADH: Saudis have right idea… they have captured and obtained confessions from guilty parties? How much more time and money it would save if evidence of this nature were produced in court. But they won’t will they. ‘Uman rights ya see. I sincerely hope and pray that Cameron’s pledge to repeal our human
rights agreement with the Euro bureaucrats is truly sincere. Unfortunately I rather doubt it. Despite all the rhetoric and pledges at their Tory conference, I still feel ‘Dave’ remains a bit all mouth and no trousers. It’s actions not words the people want to see. Supply those and you really may not have to worry about the Liberal, Labour or UKIP brigades. Not, however, holding back much breath at the moment. Just received an email from an extremely irate reader who informed me that because I have lived abroad for nearly 40 years I have no knowledge of what the political situation is in Briton. Well all I can say to that is I’ve never actually ever lived in China, but I certainly have a good idea what’s going on over there. Also what’s afoot in North Korea, Libya, Australia, and Afghanistan etc. In this day and age the plight of the whole world is at our fingertips dear reader. Thanks for your interest. Keep ‘em coming. You know I can take it. Keep on perusing. It’s all only a stage! Keep the faith. Love Leapy. leapylee2002@gmail.com
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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast The latest news stories and events. 10:00am The Andrew Marr Show Andrew Marr talks to key figures from politics, current affairs and the arts. 11:00am Sunday Morning Live 12:00pm F1 the Russian Grand Prix
BBC TWO 7:00am Great British Garden Revival 8:00am Countryfile 9:00am Gardeners World 9:30am The Beechgrove Garden Scotland's favourite gardening programme. 10:00am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 11:30am The Great British Bake Off Masterclass 12:30pm The Great British Bake Off Masterclass 1:35pm Dances with Wolves
ITV 7:00am CITV 10:25am ITV News 10:30am Dickinson's Real Deal Why let your antiques collect dust in the attic when you can sell them? 11:30am ITV News and Weather A round-up of the latest news headlines and a national weather forecast. 11:45am Carry on Matron 1:30pm The X Factor
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CH4 7:00am NFL 8:00am Lloyds Bank Cardiff Half Marathon 8:55am FIM Superbike World Championship 9:30am Everybody Loves Raymond Debra is suspicious when Angelina, a waitress at Nemo's, calls Ray at home. 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm George Clarke's Amazing Spaces 2:35pm Deal or No Deal
CH5 7:00am Milkshake! 11:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Underground crime-fighting escapades with the heroes in a half-shell. 11:25am Access 11:35am Police Interceptors 12:30pm Police Interceptors Documentary series profiling the work of a high-speed police interception unit in Essex. 1:25pm Ultimate Police Interceptors 2:25pm Daddy Day Camp
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SKY 1 7:00am The Hour of Power 8:00am Are You Smarter Than a 10 Year Old? 9:00am Glee 10:00am Inside Gatwick 11:00am World Wrestling Entertainment Superstars 12:00pm WWE Experience 1:00pm Ashley Banjo's Secret Street Crew 2:00pm The Middle 2:30pm The Middle
3pm 3:15pm Sunday Politics 4:30pm Strictly Navratri 5:00pm Points of View 5:15pm Songs of Praise 5:50pm The Great British Bake Off: Class of 2013
4:25pm Escape to the Continent 4:55pm Gymnastics Coverage of a Gymnastics event.
4:00pm Downton Abbey 5:00pm Local News and Weather All the very latest local news and weather.
5:15pm ITV News and Weather 5:30pm Euro 2016 Qualifier
3:40pm The Big Bang Theory 4:40pm The Big Bang Theory 5:10pm A Monster in Paris
4:05pm Along Came Polly Romantic comedy.
5:45pm Tarzan
Bibo Bergeron wrote and directed this charmingly quirky family animation.
3:00pm Inside RAF Brize Norton 4:00pm Inside RAF Brize Norton 5:00pm The Simpsons 5:30pm The Simpsons
6pm 6:50pm BBC News 7:10pm Regional News 7:15pm Weather 7:20pm Countryfile 8:20pm Strictly Come Dancing
6:30pm Rugby League The latest action in the Rugby League.
7:30pm Flog It! 8:00pm Human Universe
8:15pm Live at the Palladium Variety show from the London Palladium featuring musicians, comedians, and other entertainers.
7:00pm Channel 4 News Includes sport and weather.
7:20pm 5 News The latest news coverage.
7:30pm Alan Carr Does Deal or No Deal 8:30pm Guy Martin's Spitfire
7:25pm Spider-Man 3
10:00pm Homeland 11:05pm Law Abiding Citizen
9:55pm Gotham: Exclusive Preview 10:00pm 2012
Superhero sequel.
Documentary questioning what it is to be human.
6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm The Simpsons 7:00pm Ashley Banjo's Secret Street Crew 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm Moone Boy
9pm 9:00pm Antiques Roadshow 10:00pm Our Girl 11:00pm BBC News 11:20pm Regional News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Have I Got a Bit More News for You
9:00pm Wonders of the Monsoon 10:00pm Sacred Rivers with Simon Reeve 11:00pm Mock the Week 11:35pm Kinky Boots
9:15pm The X Factor Results Show 10:15pm Downton Abbey Dame Maggie Smith and Hugh Bonneville lead an all-star cast in Julian Fellowes' drama series.
A brutal, gory revenge thriller starring Gerard Butler and directed by F Gary Gray.
11:20pm ITV News and Weather 11:35pm Euro 2016 Qualifier Highlights
A frustrated writer struggles to keep his family alive when a series of global catastrophes threaten to annihilate mankind.
9:00pm An Idiot Abroad 10:00pm An Idiot Abroad 11:00pm Road Wars 11:30pm Dracula Untold Special Documentary going behind the scenes of new film Dracula Untold.
12am 12:10am The Recruit Computer whiz James Clayton joins the CIA to uncover the mystery about his dad's death. 2:00am Weather for the Week Ahead Detailed weather report. 2:05am BBC News
1:15am Stolen Drama based on a true story. 2:40am Countryfile News and stories concerning the heart of the British countryside. 3:35am Holby City 4:35am This is BBC Two
12:35am Aviva Premiership Rugby Highlights 1:35am The Store 3:35am Motorsport UK 4:25am British Superbike Championship Highights 5:15am Nightscreen
1:10am Alan Carr: Chatty Man 2:05am NFL Six weeks into the season and it's time for one of the oldest, most bitter rivalries in US sport.
1:00am Alien Hunter 2:35am Super Casino Feeling lucky? Get the authentic, heartthumping casino experience every night. 4:10am The Gadget Show 5:00am House Doctor .
12:00am Hawaii Five-0 1:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 2:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 3:00am Road Wars 4:00am Road Wars 5:00am Nothing to Declare 5:30am Nothing to Declare
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8:00pm Crossing England in a Punt: River of Dreams 9:00pm Rome: A History of the Eternal City 10:00pm Mechanical Marvels: Clockwork Dreams 11:00pm The Sky at Night A look at the world of astronomy. 11:30pm Elles 1:05am Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' - Imagine 2:35am Great Guitar Riffs at the BBC 3:35am Mechanical Marvels: Clockwork Dreams
10:10am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:35pm Space Jam 1:35pm FYI Daily 1:40pm Space Jam 2:15pm Wild Wild West 3:15pm FYI Daily 3:20pm Wild Wild West 4:20pm The X Factor 6:50pm The Xtra Factor 7:55pm Back to the Future 8:55pm FYI Daily 9:00pm Back to the Future 10:15pm The Xtra Factor 11:15pm Tricked 12:15am Bad Bridesmaid
9:30am Carry on Again, Doctor 10:30am FYI Daily 10:35am Carry on Again, Doctor 11:15am Heartbeat 12:20pm Heartbeat 1:20pm Rosemary and Thyme 2:25pm Columbo 4:05pm Carry on Cruising 5:05pm FYI Daily 5:10pm Carry on Cruising 5:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 8:00pm Lewis 10:00pm The Best of Royal Variety 11:00pm Changeling 12:00am FYI Daily
7:00am World of Sport 7:10am Cheers 9:10am Ax Men 10:10am Silverstone Classic 11:15am MSA British Touring Car Championship 7:30pm Motorway Patrol 8:00pm The Car Chasers 8:30pm The Car Chasers 9:00pm Rugby Highlights 10:00pm Mortal Kombat II: Annihilation 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm Mortal Kombat II: Annihilation 11:50pm Basic 12:50am FYI Daily
7:00am Make it or Break it 7:50am Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 8:35am Suburgatory 9:35am Suburgatory 10:05am How I Met Your Mother 11:00am Hollyoaks Omnibus 1:30pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 2:30pm Alvin and the Chipmunks 4:30pm Melissa and Joey 5:30pm Suburgatory 6:00pm New Girl 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm St. Trinian's 11:00pm The Inbetweeners 12:05am Rude Tube
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5:30pm Hudson Hawk 7:15pm Fire with Fire After identifying a murderer, a fire-fighter is placed in a witness protection programme.
9:00pm Die Hard 11:15pm Die Hard 2 1:25am The Last Boy Scout 3:15am Fire with Fire 5:00am The Poseidon Adventure
7:00am Beavis and Butt-head Do America 8:35am Look Who's Talking 10:20am Look Who's Talking Too 11:50am Look Who's Talking Now! 1:35pm Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa 3:25pm Notting Hill 5:35pm Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me 7:20pm Austin Powers in Goldmember 9:00pm Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa 11:00pm Jackass: The Movie 12:35am Jackass: Number Two 2:15am Syrup 3:50am Bad News Bears 5:35am Heaven Can Wait
7:20am Argo: Sky Movies Special 7:40am Speed 9:50am Witness 11:50am Bad Company 2:00pm Runner Runner 3:40pm Speed 5:40pm Proof of Life Engineer Peter Bowden is snatched by professional terrorists in the South American jungle.
8:00pm The Chamber 10:00pm Runner Runner 11:35pm Basic Instinct 1:55am Two Days in the Valley 3:50am Compulsion 5:30am Point Last Seen
7:20am A Star is Born 10:20am Trouble with the Curve 12:20pm Dangerous Minds 2:05pm Gone Girl Special 2:35pm Pitch Perfect 4:35pm The Great Gatsby 7:00pm How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days 9:00pm Pitch Perfect 11:00pm Shirley Valentine 1:00am The Four Feathers Army officer Harry resigns his commission instead of fighting in the Sudan.
3:20am Eden 5:05am King Creole A New Orleans club singer makes the mistake of falling in with a group of mobsters.
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7:00am Powder Room 8:45am The Best Man Holiday 11:00am Moshi Monsters: The Movie 12:30pm Spike Island 2:30pm All is Lost 4:30pm The Top Ten Show 2014 4:45pm 47 Ronin 6:45pm The Best Man Holiday 9:00pm 47 Ronin 11:00pm All is Lost 1:00am Spike Island 3:00am Powder Room 4:45am The Lone Ranger Unmasked 5:15am The Heat: Sky Movies Special 5:30am Moshi Monsters: The Movie
6:00am The Three Stooges in Orbit 7:40am Terror by Night 8:50am The Three Stooges Meet Hercules 10:35am Road to Bali 12:20pm Son of Paleface 2:10pm Gunfight at Comanche Creek 4:00pm Fort Utah 5:35pm Fort Vengeance 7:00pm The Oklahoman 8:30pm Buchanan Rides Alone 10:00pm Rome 11:15pm Tango and Cash 1:20am Point of No Return 3:15am Tango and Cash 5:05am Ed Sullivan Presents: Rock 'N' Roll Revolution: The British Invade America
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OR Dr Nadia Ferro, from Salud Dent dental practice in Torrevieja, the best summer she has was a few summers ago when she took some time out to travel around Spain with friends: “We followed Lenny Kravitz during a tour and saw him play at a number of venues and that was great, it was something different.” Although she also admits ‘summer’ for her is usually January when she gets to take time off work and enjoy travelling: “I love Europe and capital cities like London and Paris and I’ve also been to Jamaica and Thailand.” Steve Hartley, Marketing Manager at the Colina Club in Calpe had many summers
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holiday with my husband, the first in over 20 years, since we had our children. We went to Paris and had a wonderful time with friends and family.”
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As autumn starts to take hold and the beach towels are packed away for another year, we asked what was your best summer ever?
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working on cruise ships but for him, the best summers were spent with his parents as a teenager on their boat: “We would just go around the whole of the UK on the canals in the 70’s and it was great.” For Gary McCrow of the Beach House in Elviria, Malaga, his fondest memories are a little more up to date. He said: BEACH HOUSE. “The best summer of my
life was the summer just gone, 2014 because; I finally got to walk the love of my life closely followed by our three boys, three dogs, family and friends down the aisle, on the sun kissed sands of Elviria and in front of our beautiful restaurant.” Clare Staunton of Awesome Global Events also doesn’t need to look back too far. She said: “The best summer has to be last summer. We were working with American R&B singer NeYo and spent eight days with him in Portugal before bringing him over to Marbella. Then we had a Chic concert, followed by a
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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Saints and Scroungers 12:45pm Break-in Britain - The Crackdown 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather. 2:30pm Regional News All the latest local news. 2:45pm Doctors
BBC TWO 8:05am Saints and Scroungers 8:50am Break-in Britain - The Crackdown 9:20am The Housing Enforcers 10:05am James May: The People's Car 11:05am Lorraine Pascale: How to be a Better Cook 11:35am Click 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm World News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm A Taste of My Life 2:30pm Ready, Steady, Cook
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ITV 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning The popular morning lifestyle magazine show with advice, chat and competitions. 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather
CH4 7:20am King of Queens 8:10am 3rd Rock from the Sun 8:35am 3rd Rock from the Sun 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Frasier 11:00am Daily Brunch 12:00pm Jamie's Money Saving Meals 12:30pm Come Dine with Me 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me
CH5 7:00am Milkshake! 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm Cowboy Builders 1:10pm 5 News The latest news coverage. 1:15pm No Foreigners Here - 100% Documentary following the residents of Britain's most diverse street as they go about their daily lives. British 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours
MONDAY TV
SKY 1 7:00am The Real A&E 7:30am The Real A&E 8:00am Harrow: A Very British School 9:00am Futurama 9:30am Futurama 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles All is not as it seems when the girlfriend of a former Navy officer is kidnapped. 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five-0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles
3pm 3:15pm Perfection 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Home Away From Home 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip
3:15pm The Rockford Files American 4:00pm Cagney and Lacey 4:50pm Who Do You Think You Are? 5:50pm Great British Railway Journeys
3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal Why let your antiques collect dust in the attic when you can sell them?
4:00pm The Alan Titchmarsh Show 5:00pm Tipping Point
3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Fifteen to One Sandi Toksvig returns with a brand new series of the notoriously tough quiz show.
3:15pm NCIS A team of special agents, must investigate any crime with pieces of evidence connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel.
5:00pm Deal or No Deal
4:15pm Deadly Visions
6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:55pm Stand Up To Cancer
6:00pm 5 News
9:00pm Jamie's Comfort Food 9:30pm Gadget Man 10:00pm 24 Hours in Police Custody 11:00pm 8 Out of 10 Cats 11:45pm Up All Night
9:00pm Police Interceptors
3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm Airline 4:30pm Emergency with Angela Griffin 5:30pm Inside RAF Brize Norton
6pm 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Inside Out
6:20pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two 8:00pm Celebrity Antiques Road Trip
6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather
9:00pm University Challenge 9:30pm Only Connect
9:00pm The Undriveables
All the very latest local news and weather.
7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street
The latest news coverage.
6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm The Gadget Show
6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons
9pm 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm The Farage Factor - Panorama 10:00pm New Tricks 11:00pm BBC News 11:25pm Regional News 11:30pm Weather 11:35pm Ten Years of the Apprentice
A show in which connections must be made between seemingly unconnected things.
10:00pm The Kitchen 11:00pm Never Mind the Buzzcocks 11:30pm Newsnight
Following the progress of two drivers who keep failing their tests.
9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Grantchester 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm The Agenda
Documentary series profiling the work of a highspeed police interception unit in Essex.
10:00pm Gotham 11:00pm Under the Dome 11:55pm The Descent
9:00pm Duck Quacks Don't Echo Relive the most memorable moments from series two of the riotous panel show.
10:00pm An Idiot Abroad: Short Way Round Karl and Warwick's journey continues via India.
11:00pm Karl Pilkington: The Moaning of Life
12am 12:35am Our World War Tense combat drama series revealing experiences of British soldiers in World War I. 1:35am The Graham Norton Show 2:20am Weather for the Week Ahead 2:25am BBC News
12:20am The Long Shadow 1:20am Scrappers 1:50am This is BBC Two 5:00am One Hundred Years of the Women's Movement 5:30am The Plantagenets
12:10am Billy Connolly's Big Send Off 1:15am Jackpot 247 4:00am UEFA Champions League Weekly 4:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 5:10am Nightscreen
12:45am NFL 1:45am Sulemani Keeda 3:20am Mammon 4:25am Phil Spencer: Secret Agent 5:20am Kirstie's Handmade Treasures 5:40am Deal or No Deal
1:45am True Crimes: The First 72 Hours 2:15am Super Casino 4:10am Caught on Camera 5:00am Wildlife SOS 5:20am Divine Designs 5:50am House Doctor
12:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 1:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 2:00am Hawaii Five-0 3:00am Hawaii Five-0 4:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 5:00am Stargate Atlantis
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8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 9:00pm Horizon
11:15am Ben and Kate 11:45am Up All Night 12:10pm Royal Pains 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:05pm You've Been Framed! 7:00pm Royal Pains 8:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:00pm The Guide to You've Been Framed! 10:00pm Release the Hounds 11:00pm Plebs 11:30pm Dapper Laughs: On the Pull 12:00am Viral Tap 12:45am The Job Lot
11:00am Judge Judy 11:55am Inspector Morse 2:05pm Heartbeat 3:10pm Wild at Heart 4:10pm The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes 5:20pm Second Thoughts 5:55pm Fresh Fields 6:25pm On the Buses 7:00pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Judge Judy 9:00pm Wycliffe 10:00pm The Specsavers Crime Thriller Club 11:00pm Trial and Retribution 12:00am William and Mary
12:00pm Pawn Stars 12:55pm Minder 2:00pm The Professionals 3:00pm Motorway Patrol 3:25pm Highway Patrol 4:00pm Pawn Stars 4:55pm Kojak 6:00pm Magnum, P.I. 7:00pm Minder 8:00pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm MotoGP Coverage of the latest MotoGP event. 10:00pm Storage Wars 11:00pm Ax Men 12:00am Ax Men
1:30pm Rules of Engagement 2:00pm How I Met Your Mother 3:00pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm Melissa and Joey 4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm New Girl 9:00pm The Mindy Project 9:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 10:00pm Made in Chelsea 11:00pm Glue 12:00am The Big Bang Theory
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10:00pm Cosmonauts: How Russia Won the Space Race 11:30pm The Spaceman of Afghanistan 12:30am Detectorists 1:00am Ancient Apocalypse 1:50am Horizon There's something very odd going on in space something that shouldn't be possible.
2:50am Cosmonauts: How Russia Won the Space Race
SKY MOVIES Action 7:00am Anaconda 8:45am The Marine: Homefront 10:30am Bad Boys II 1:10pm King Arthur 3:30pm Bloodsport 5:15pm Emperor 7:15pm Anaconda A film crew is hijacked by Sarone, a madman intent on capturing the biggest snake in the Amazon.
9:00pm Bad Boys II 11:30pm King Arthur 1:45am Bloodsport 3:30am The Marine: Homefront 5:15am Angel Flight Down
Comedy 7:20am Black Sheep 8:50am Weird Science 10:35am Life 12:35pm The Internship 2:45pm Uncle Buck 4:30pm Hyde Park on Hudson 6:15pm My Big Fat Greek Wedding 8:00pm Life 10:00pm The Internship 12:10am Uncle Buck 1:55am The Ladykillers Professor GH Dorr assembles a gang to rob a Mississippi casino.
3:45am Weird Science 5:20am My Big Fat Greek Wedding
7:10am S.W.A.T. 9:10am Red Rock West 10:55am The Perfect Score Six teenagers form a plot to steal the answers to a vital exam.
12:40pm Children of Men 2:35pm Courage Under Fire 4:35pm Cold Comes the Night 6:20pm The Perfect Score Six teenagers form a plot to steal the answers to a vital exam.
8:00pm S.W.A.T. 10:00pm The Counsellor 12:20am Deadfall 2:05am Jagged Edge 4:05am Scream 2
7:10am Life of a King 9:00am Save the Last Dance 11:00am The Truman Show 12:50pm Tootsie 2:50pm Rain Man 5:10pm All Good Things 7:00pm Before Midnight Almost two decades after meeting, Jesse and Celine wrestle with marriage and kids in Greece.
9:00pm Rain Man 11:20pm The Truman Show 1:05am Perfume: The Story of a Murderer 3:40am Cherry 5:30am Paradise, Hawaiian Style
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7:00am Spike Island 9:00am The Best Man Holiday 11:15am Powder Room 1:00pm Moshi Monsters: The Movie 2:30pm The Top Ten Show 2014 2:45pm All is Lost 4:45pm 47 Ronin 6:45pm The Best Man Holiday 9:00pm 47 Ronin 11:00pm All is Lost 1:00am Spike Island 3:00am Powder Room 4:45am Thor: The Dark World Special 5:15am Pain and Gain: Sky Movies Special 5:30am Moshi Monsters: The Movie
7:40am Fort Utah 9:15am Fort Vengeance 10:45am The Oklahoman 12:20pm Buchanan Rides Alone Tom Buchanan is heading home to start his own ranch when he is robbed and framed for murder.
1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm The Lonely Man 5:55pm Darby's Rangers 8:15pm Rocky Mountain 10:00pm Ocean's Eleven 12:10am The Matrix 2:45am Ocean's Eleven 4:55am Off Set
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BBC TWO 7:05am Homes Under the Hammer 8:05am Saints and Scroungers 8:50am Break-in Britain - The Crackdown 9:20am A Taste of Britain 10:05am Antiques Roadshow 11:05am Building Dream Homes 11:35am HARDtalk 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm World News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm A Taste of My Life 2:30pm Ready, Steady, Cook
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ITV 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather
CH4 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Frasier 11:00am Daily Brunch 12:00pm Jamie's Money Saving Meals 12:30pm Come Dine with Me 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 1:40pm Come Dine with Me 2:10pm Come Dine with Me 2:40pm Come Dine with Me
CH5 6:10am House Doctor 6:35am House Doctor 7:00am Milkshake! 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm Cowboy Builders 1:10pm 5 News 1:15pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours
TUESDAY TV SKY 1 6:00am Airline USA 6:30am Airline USA 7:00am The Real A&E 7:30am The Real A&E 8:00am Inside RAF Brize Norton 9:00am Futurama 9:30am Futurama 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles
3pm 3:15pm Perfection 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Home Away From Home 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip
3:15pm The Rockford Files 4:00pm Cagney and Lacey 4:50pm Who Do You Think You Are? 5:50pm Great British Railway Journeys
3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm The Alan Titchmarsh Show 5:00pm Tipping Point
3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Fifteen to One 5:00pm Deal or No Deal
3:15pm NCIS 4:15pm Time of Death
3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm Airline 4:30pm Emergency with Angela Griffin 5:30pm Inside RAF Brize Norton
6:20pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two 8:00pm Cat Watch 2014: The New Horizon Experiment
6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Wilderness Walks with Ray Mears
6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:55pm Stand Up To Cancer
6:00pm 5 News 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm Meerkat Manor 8:30pm The Secret Life of Pets
6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons
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OPINION & COMMENT Mike Walsh Mike, based in Mediterranean Spain, is an international journalist, author and professional writer.
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WENTY-ONE-YEAR-OLD Mrs Parkhurst Duer was chatting with clerks when the door opened. As she looked from her desk a shabbily dressed, very dejected man entered the New York publishing house lobby and leaned against the counter near the door. The clerk recalled: “I noticed he looked ill and weak. No one spoke to him. A clerk laughed and said: “Steve looks down and out.” “Everyone laughed and the poor man saw them all laughing at him. It seemed to me my heart stood still, intuition perhaps and I asked, who is that man?” “Stephen Foster,” the clerk replied. “He is only a vagabond. Don’t go near him.” The married clerk smiled. “Yes, I will go near him, that man needs a friend.” She went on to write: “I was terribly shocked. Forcing back the tears I waited for that lump in the throat which prevents speech to clear away. I walked over to him, put out my hand, and asked, “Is this Mr Foster?” He took my hand and replied: “Yes, the wreck of Stephen Collins Foster.” “Oh no.” I answered, “Not a wreck, but whatever you call yourself I feel it an
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honour to take by the hand the author of ‘The Old Folks at Home,’ I am glad to know you.” The warm-hearted young woman was as familiar with the ballads composed by Stephen Collins Foster as was America and indeed the world. “I heard he was living in New York, but had never known
anything about his life; yet his songs had created in me a feeling of reverence for the man and I longed to see him.” Lovers of great melodies will be familiar with such whimsical ballads as I Dream of Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair, Oh Susanna and The Old Folks at Home. The most popular source of
entertainment were songs performed in theatres or when family and friends gathered around the piano in the bar or in their homes. The ballads of this homeless vagrant brought a lump to throats from Alaska to Durban, New Zealand to Buenos Aires and United States. One hundred and fifty years on, Beautiful Dreamer and My Old Kentucky Home still evoke nostalgia. Few know of the man and the tragedy behind these much loved songs. Born into a comfortable and loving family the short life of Stephen Collins Foster (1826 - 1864) was a riches to rags story. This increases the poignancy of his death at the age of just 37. When America’s most gifted songwriter died during a bitterly cold New York winter’s night he was sick, homeless; probably an alcoholic. In his pocket, when he died, were just 38 cents and words scribbled on a scrap of paper, ‘Dear Friends and Gentle Hearts.’ By this time he had composed over 175 songs. “Ah music,” surmised French composer, Georges Bizet. “What a beautiful art, but what a wretched profession.”
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HO do you trust? Politicians? Bankers? The police? Trust is now at an all time low for many, mainly due to those at the top who have let the rest of us down. Indeed, it was recently suggested that all UK MPs should attend ‘honesty’ classes. And that’s the truth, honestly! But let he who is without sin cast the first stone. After all, haven’t most of us been economical with the truth at some point? “Nice outfit” tends to work better than “you look a bit chubby in that.” Not to mention: “That’s odd because you were definitely on the guest list!” Or: “I’ve had a few problems with my email - must be the server!” According to a recent study, 60 per cent of people lied at least once during a 10 minute conversation. Unsurprisingly, men lie differently from women, tending to lie ‘upwards’ (‘earn more,’ are ‘taller’)
BILL CLINTON: “I did not have sex with that woman.”
while women lie downwards (‘weigh less,’ slept with ‘fewer people,’ are ‘younger’). And politicians? They’ve raised lying to an Olympic sport. Remember Chris Huhne’s speeding points? Or Bill Clinton’s “I did not have sexual relations
with that woman.” Just why and how people lie - and the impact this has on others - is a subject that has always fascinated me and inspired my latest novel, Landscape of Lies (reviewed in this paper), a
harrowing story of suspense, secrets and revenge set in Derbyshire’s Peak District. Step by step, a chilling crime thriller unfolds revealing a number of unforgettable protagonists (which of them can be trusted?) - one of whom may just be a ruthless killer... Psychologists claim we lie to compensate for the gaps between who we are and who we want to be and between what we have and what we want to have. Now, telling a white lie in order not to offend and paying an unreal compliment to give pleasure are both natural deceits adopted at an early age. In public and private life, white lies are part of our survival mechanism. But when deception becomes a trusted person’s modus operandi, when deception becomes their default position, we should all be on our guard. As the thought-provoking Landscape of Lies shows, lying - from everyday halftruths to outright deceit - undercuts all aspects of human life. And death... Nora Johnson’s thrillers ‘Landscape of Lies,’ ‘Retribution,’ ‘Soul Stealer,’ ‘The De Clerambault Code’ (www.norajohnson.com) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.89; £0.79) and iBookstore. Profits to Cudeca.
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LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Some legal matters need your attention. That's not really what you want at this time of the year. A decision has to be made and it needs a fine balance. Asking others may just confuse matters, so only seek expert advice. At the end of the day, you will know what is both best and acceptable. An attempt to bring romance into your life may be more successful than you think. SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) A last-minute invitation turns out to be just the ticket in more ways than one. An invitation to join a holiday may be proffered. This is unusual, certainly, but keep an open mind. Your company is clearly well appreciated so why not make that a point of pride? Let's face it, who is best equipped to blow your trumpet? SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Someone you mistrust offers to add to your celebrations. Why not call a truce? We both know that little long term will come out of it, but who cares? Sometimes, it is better to share one good moment with someone than none at all. CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) As you are in the limelight, it comes as no surprise that admiration comes your way. What may surprise you, however, is the direction it comes from. Who would have thought that such a situation would arise? AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) There is a wonderful enthusiasm about you at the moment. Seeing the reaction of others to you, it occurs that you should have taken this attitude before. Therefore, make a resolution to put more energy into everything that you do. PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Something new which you started in recent weeks becomes more than a passing interest. Although it may be surprising to you, it is owing to a predictable situation. In opening your mind, you also seem to have opened your heart. Many people do that at this time of the year and so you are not alone.
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9 October, Sharon Osbourne, 62, Reality Star Rose to fame as the wife of rocker Ozzy Osbourne and starred in The Osbournes but has since gone on to appear as a judge on The X Factor and America’s Got Talent.
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13 October, Sacha Baron Cohen, 43, Movie Actor British comedian who created the characters Ali G and Borat. He was influenced by Rowan Atkinson and Monty Python. He is married to Isla Fischer.
10 October, Una Healy, 33, Singer Singer with The Saturdays who found fame with the 2008 song ‘If this is Love.’ She is engaged to rugby player Ben Foden and they had a baby girl in 2012.
14 October, Usher, 36, Singer An R & B singer who rose to fame after releasing Platinum selling album, My Way. He helped Justin Bieber’s rise to fame with their song ‘Somebody to Love.’
12 October, Hugh Jackman, 46, Movie Actor An Australian actor, singer, dancer and producer who starred in X-Men, The Prestige and Les Miserables. He was voted Sexiest Man Alive in 2008.
15 October, Sarah Ferguson, 55, Royalty The former Duchess of York (she was married to Prince Andrew) became a successful TV personality. Known as ‘Fergie’ she also does a lot of charity work.
ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Being totally inspired this week, you could be tempted to let enthusiasm run away with you. It is a lovely feeling, like being a child again. Be sure to have fun, but do keep as much money in your pocket as possible.
danger you will cut yourself! Seriously, though, try not to appear pompous over a certain matter. You may be right and you may be clever, but smarty pants are rarely popular. Some of that sharpness gets things going for you in the love department, though.
TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) There will be a certain amount of discussion regarding holiday plans. You know what you want but how do you persuade others? It's quite easy really. All you have to do is to get someone else to suggest a certain place. You then agree and it looks like their idea.
CANCER (June 22 - July 23) With everyone busy round you, the chance may be taken to show what you are capable of. Instead of watching someone make a pig's ear of a work project, offer to help. It's important, though, to let them think any bright ideas were theirs. Giving praise now will mean it coming back to you ten-fold. Be aware that a close friend is in a delicate frame of mind.
GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) You are so sharp that there is a
1. At 5,895 metres (19,341 feet), which is the highest mountain in Africa? 2. By what other name is the Crocodile River of Southern Africa also known? 3. By what name was Harare, the capital and largest city of Zimbabwe, known as from 1890 until 1982? 4. Which American rock/pop band reached number three in the UK singles charts in 1983 with Africa? 5. Which landlocked constitutional monarchy is completely surrounded by South Africa? 6. Which republic in south-western Africa on the south Atlantic coast was formerly known as South West Africa? 7. Which two South African politicians were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993? 8. Who were the two main stars of the 1985 American romantic drama film Out of Africa? 9. With a surface area of 68,800 square kilometres (26,600 sq mi), which is Africa's largest lake by area and also the largest tropical lake in the world? 10. With an estimated population of 174.5 million, which is the most populous country in Africa?
TARGET: Average: 6 Good: 7 Very good: 10 Excellent: 13 11 October, Mercedes Odina, Journalist. A Spanish journalist, author and film director. Mercedes has a Bachelor of Art degree in Communication from Barcelona University. She began her career at Radio Miramar and in 1985 joined Spanish televisión station RTVE.
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LEO (July 24 - August 23) A business partnership takes on a romantic tinge this week. It is possible that the other party sees this as more significant than you. To avoid problems later it would be best to let them do all the running. Unless, of course, you are determined to run yourself. With a lot of excitement in the air it is possible for you to show just what fun you can be. Enjoy! VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Your outgoing attitude is spot on. Some may say you are a little crazy, the way you go for things. Each person has their own way and yours can be quite unique but that certainly does not make it wrong. People who make the world around us that little bit more colourful are gems.
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Hot-tempered excon Joe Ramson, the unlikeliest of all role models, makes the acquaintance of a 15-year-old boy while trying to dodge his instinct for trouble. The boy awakens in him a tender-hearted protector and Joe is faced with the choice of his life: redeeming himself or ruining his future forever. Joe is an enthralling story of friendship, violence and redemption set in the backwoods of the American South. Directed by David Gordon Green and produced by Lisa Muskat and Derrick Tseng, it starts Nicolas Cage and Tye Sheridan. Run time 117 minutes, rated 15.
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1. KILIMANJARO, 2. LIMPOPO, 3. SALISBURY, 4. TOTO, 5. LESOTHO, 6. NAMIBIA, 7. NELSON MANDELA and F W DE KLERK, 8. ROBERT REDFORD and MERYL STREEP, 9. LAKE VICTORIA, 10. NIGERIA
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benefits (8) 15 Bats need ears for the evening air (8) 17 Tree rat built a hideaway (7) 20 Exclude Ferdinand from Spanish speaking quarter (6) 23 Runs around ‘The Railway Children’ (5) 24 Lingers in Flagstaff, Arizona (4) 26 Fair destiny, we hear (4)
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Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 22 represents P and 23 represents Z, so fill in P every time the figure 22 appears and Z every time the figure 23 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.
Across 1 Expands (8) 4 Competent (4) 7 Entrances (5) 9 To one side (5) 11 Remains behind (5) 12 Vacant (5) 13 Method (6) 15 Call off (6) 19 Elegant (5) 21 Speak (5) 23 Light meal (5) 24 Arrive at (5) 25 Dismiss (4) 26 Bewildered (8)
Down 1 Stages (7) 2 Ballots (5) 3 Commendation (6) 5 Ahead of schedule (5) 6 Cook with dry heat (4) 8 Person owned by someone (5) 10 Subject (5) 14 Chairs and benches (5) 16 Theatrical performer (5) 17 Expressed mirth (7) 18 Long-tailed bird (6) 19 Jumps over (5) 20 Squad (4) 22 Byways (5)
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Across 1 Seems like there’s a spare penny change (7) 5 Batsman’s prayer before digging in? (5) 8 Another mason complains (5) 9 Plastered if I cement inside building (7) 10 Blade hidden in the cupboard (3) 11 Timber trade (4) 12 Lecturer dined around midnight (4) 14 Natural springs discovered in Russian mountains (5) 16 Greet strange heron (5) 18 Choose the Spanish middle selection (5) 19 Glowing coal from November bonfire (5) 21 Sound vision required by a city developer (4) 22 Digs in the East somehow (4) 25 Guide Russian leader to the United Nations (3) 27 Begin to broadcast outside (4-3) 28 No ale brewed in isolation (5) 29 First staff at the Esso station fills up (5) 30 What has supervisor to do with poetry in Old English? (7)
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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across: 1 Eels, 4 Scales, 9 Adrenal, 10 Scene, 11 Terse, 12 Sandals, 13 Sadden, 15 Deters, 19 Realise, 21 Shade, 23 Nests, 24 Sterile, 25 Attend, 26 Ties. Down: 2 Error, 3 Sincere, 4 Splash, 5 Arson, 6 Elevate, 7 Faiths, 8 Lens, 14 Dead set, 16 Easiest, 17 See red, 18 Ceased, 19 Rent, 20 Issue, 22 Afire. QUICK Across: 1 Desires, 5 Works, 8 Goals, 9 Regular, 10 Tie, 11 Well, 12 Fair, 14 Ended, 16 Times, 18 Items, 19 Saves, 21 Easy, 22 Cubs, 25 Too, 27 Private, 28 Vague, 29 Sleek, 30 Shrinks. Down: 1 Dogs, 2 Share, 3 Restless, 4 Spread, 5 Wage, 6 Release, 7 Surprise, 13 Attempts, 15 Discover, 17 Massive, 20 Voters, 23 Begin, 24 Task, 26 Mess.
Across Down 1 Listo (dispuesto) (5) 1 Carrera (4) 3 Cervezas (5) 2 To give (3) 7 Basto (superficie, piel) (6) 4 Company (firm) (7) 9 Abierto (4) 5 Arena (tierra) (4) 10 A veces (9) 6 Windy (meteorological) 13 Grapes (4) (7) 14 Week (6) 8 Lawyer (7) 16 Corto (longitud, 11 Nuestro (4) distancia) (5) 12 Spade (tool) (4) 17 Beach (5) 15 Thousand (3)
ENGLISH-SPANISH Across: 1 Portraits, 8 Acera, 9 Items, 11 Seda, 12 Risa, 14 Rama, 16 Vaca, 19 Saber, 21 Crane, 22 Aguacates. Down: 2 Opens, 3 Teas, 4 Acid, 6 Sabroso, 7 Escapes, 10 Tar, 13 Ave, 15 Awake, 17 Arma, 18 Acta, 20/5 Big toe.
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TOP 10 MOST FAMOUS AND PROLIFIC CLASSICAL MUSIC COMPOSERS Most of these composers may have lived hundreds of years ago, but their masterpieces remain unsurpassed and continue to marvel and inspire people around the world.
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1. Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) Born in Eisenach, this German organist, composer, violist and violinist wrote over 1,100 compositions including cantatas, arias, chorales, passions, organ works, concertos and works for harpsichord. Best known works: Brandenburg concertos and Toccata and Fugue in D minor. 2. Giuseppe Verdi (1813 - 1901) Born in Le Roncole, in Parma, is best known around the world for his operas. Following his wife’s death and the failure of his second opera, Verdi almost gave up music. After composing Nabucco, he went on to be a dominant figure of the 19th century Italian classical music. Best known works: La Traviata, Rigoletto, Aida, Don Carlos and Otello.
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6. Georg Friedrich Händel (1685 - 1759) Born in Halle, Duchy of Magdeburg, this Germanborn British Baroque composer wrote over 100 cantatas, 40 operas, 29 oratories, 16 organ concertos and a number of arias, as well as chamber music and ecumenical pieces. Best known works: Messiah, Sarabande and Giustino. 7. Igor Stravinsky (1882 - 1971) Born in Saint Petersburg, Stravinsky is no doubt one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. His compositions stand out for their stylistic diversity. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Best known works: The Firebird, Petrushka and The Rite of Spring.
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3. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840 - 1893) Born in Votkinsk, Tchaikovsky composed ballets, suites, overtures, chamber music, concertos, operas, symphonies and sacred choral music. His life was punctuated by crises and depression, resulting from his mother’s untimely death, that of his friend Nikolai Rubinstein and his leaving his mother for boarding school. Best known works: The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty and Marche Slave. 4. Antonio Vivaldi (1678 - 1741) Born in Venice, this Baroque composer was a virtuoso violinist, whose influence was widespread throughout Europe. He composed more than 500 concertos, sacred choral music, sonatas and chamber music. Best known works: The Four Seasons.
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8. Frederic Chopin (1810 - 1849) Born in Zelazowa Wola, Chopin was a gifted child, like Mozart, and was one of the leading musicians of his era. The virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era is credited with the invention of the instrumental ballade. Best known works: Nocturne in E-flat major, Funeral March and Fantasie-Impromptu. 9. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791) Born in Salzburg, Mozart is one of the most influential and prolific composers of the Classical era. He showed a prodigious inherent ability since an early age. He composed from the age of five and even performed before European royalty. He composed over 600 works. Best known compositions: Requiem, The Magic Flute and Piano Sonata No.11.
CLASSICAL MUSIC: Has stood the test of time. 5. Giacomo Puccini (1858 - 1924) Born in Lucca in Tuscay, Puccini is hailed as the greatest Italian opera composer after Verdi. He became one of the leading exponents of the
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post-Romantic verisimo style. His operas are among the most widely performed around the world. Best known works: La Boheme, Tosca and Madama Butterfly.
10. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) Born in Bonn, Beethoven is one of the most famous and influential composers of all time. A virtuoso pianist, Beethoven was a friend of Joseph Haydn and wanted to study under Mozart. He started to lose his hearing by the age of 26. Best known works: 9th Symphony, which he wrote when he was almost completely deaf, 5th Symphony and Piano Concerto No.5 in E-flat major.
Boggled How many English words can you find in the Boggled grid, according to the following rules? The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’. They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms. No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice. No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.
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Just Joking • Three vampires walk into a bar. The first one says, “I’ll have a pint of blood.” The second one says, “I’ll have one, too.” The third one says, “I’ll have a pint of plasma.” The bartender says, “So, that’ll be two Bloods and a Blood Lite?” • Three guys, stranded on a desert island, find a magic lantern containing a genie, who grants them each one wish. The first guy wishes he was off the island and back home. The second guy wishes the same. The third guy says “I’m lonely. I wish my friends were back here.”
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Pets, vet nurses and trainee vets at HouseSitMatch By Lamia Walker of HousesitMatch THERE are times when no matter how much you need a holiday you are loathe to leave your pets. They may be poorly or on medication. And you don’t want to leave them at the vets or in kennels over the holidays. So what do you do? Shirley found that as her dogs started to get older, especially after their 10th birthday, they began to show signs of illness typical of their breeds. Ginger the Cocker Spaniel suffered from bad canker in the ears, which needed daily cleaning, and Dilly the Labrador had developed diabetes, and needed daily insulin injections. Shirley wanted the right care for her dogs while she was on holiday but didn’t want to pay full professional fees for the three weeks of her
trip. A nurse at her local surgery in Malaga suggested HouseSitMatch. com used by friends from the UK. For them it offers an affordable holiday somewhere sunny like Spain, caring for pets in exchange for free accommodation. Shirley registered for free describing the care needed for her dogs. Within two weeks she had come to an agreement with a vet nurse and her friend, a trainee vet, both are registered sitters on the network and both keen for a holiday in Spain. Another HouseSit Match! Download your Free Easy Guide to Housesitting from here www.bit.ly/eurown001 To find a petsitter go to www.HousesitMatch.com or call Lamia on +44 (0)1865 521508.
Back home with Boy Boy & Sheba David THE Dogman
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LEAVING home with a heavy bag of toys and sweaty t-shirts so that both Boy Boy and Sheba had my scent I handed them over to Stefanie feeling very lonely without my old pals. I did not want to drive the kennels mad but did telephone now and again to enquire if they were ok and eating, especially with Boy Boy who had stomach torsion last year. This of course can happen at any time. I could not wait to go to Stefanie’s Kennels in Estepona to collect Boy Boy and Sheba. I could see that both had not lost weight and were handed back to me having been groomed
BACK HOME: Boy Boy like a new born baby.
smelling like new born babies with shiny coats. I did not make too much fuss when they were handed over to me as this can cause excitability and some dogs are inclined to jump up. There are many kennels on the coast some are well run and licensed, others are not. Often I receive calls from owners complaining when they collect their pets from kennels they look thin, it’s always best to take your own food and of course medication.
Dedication of Busot Animal Rescue Centre BARC is a small band of dedicated people trying to rehome and rehabilitate lost and abandoned animals in Busot and the surrounding area. At the moment they care for some 17 dogs and a seven-weekold kitten. All of these animals receive full health checks with qualified vets. They often require full vaccinations and sometimes ongoing treatment for various ailments. Occasionally they require extensive surgery.
From time to time they may need professional assistance for behavioural problems before they can even be considered for fostering and/or eventual rehoming. In the meantime they all need shelter, feeding and a genuine concern for their welfare. They then need to be matched with fosterers and new families that can provide the necessary environment to meet their needs. For more information on
fostering and adopting contact John on 965 975 470. To help pay for all the above they have a boutique charity shop located at 57 Avda de la Generalitat, El Campello. (opposite the entrance to the tram station). Our autumn/winter collection has just gone on display. Donations and volunteers are always most welcome and you should contact Steve on 644 212 819 if you can help in anyway.
I always recommend you DON’T BOOK UNTIL YOU LOOK. If a kennel will not allow you to look around, then go somewhere else since they may have something to hide. If the kennels smell doggy try another place. If the kennel will not use your proprietary food, try somewhere else. Tel 952 790 943 stefanieskennels@gmail.com. For your local radio frequency log onto www.talkradioeurope.com.
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Chiropractic clinic welcomes it’s newest team member HAVING celebrated their 10th anniversary this year, Advanced Chiropractic in Albir are pleased to welcome the newest member to their highly experienced and professional team; chiropractor Pietro Mariana. Having studied for five years at the Anglo European College of Chiropractic in Bournemouth, UK, he was drawn to the profession after seeing for himself how a chiropractor can help after he injured his back whilst surfing in California: “The treatment not only had me going back to my normal life, but it also taught me a lot about the vital role of the nervous system in maintaining my health. “A healthy spine, a balanced diet and regular training allowed my body
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to function at its maximum ability.” He added: “I am very pleased to be part of the Advanced Chiropractic team. The clinic offers
one of the most integrated programmes of structural correction I have ever seen. “It brings together two extremely effective work
methodologies which I am personally very passionate about: the Gonstead system for spinal correction and the Redcord system for
functional muscle training.” Pietro joins the team of chiropractors, physiotherapists and massage therapists headed by Aleksander Bjargo who opened the clinic with his wife. Focusing on structural correction of the spinal column, they are leaders in Neuro-Structural Correction (NSC) which focuses on analysing and correcting spinal misalignments that cause nerve pressure offering long term care. But for Aleksander, it is about offering the correct, personalised care that each patient requires: “We offer a full and complete examination to define the problem and create a care plan that includes specific rehabilitation and neuro muscular activation.”
He treats everyone from young children to the elderly saying incorrect spinal alignment can cause a range of symptoms and problems: “We also offer advice and give recommendations to prevent further injuries.” The professional team at Advanced Chiropractic focus on utilising the most advanced technology and techniques available that truly deliver results, so make an appointment today to see how your life can be transformed. For more information and to schedule a free private consultation call 966 865 432. Advanced Chiropractic Calle Pau Casals 7 Albir, 03581 Tel: 966 865 432 www.quiropractic avanzada.com
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High cost of alcohol spending in Britain THE average person in Britain spends £50,000 (€64,000) on alcohol in their lifetime. The figures, compiled for Macmillan Cancer Support, show there are around 1.3 million people who spend almost triple this average figure. Men spend more cash on booze; an average of £934.44 (€1,201) per year, compared to women who spend £678.60 (€871). When it comes to choice of drink, around one in three people surveyed said wine was their top tipple, followed by beer and then spirits. For those aged 1824, spirits were their top choice.
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Scientists boost benefits of radiotherapy A NEW treatment could improve the ability of radiotherapy to save the lives of cancer patients. Scientists in the UK at the University of Manchester have discovered the reason why radiotherapy treatment does not always work and have found a way to improve its success. More than half of cancer patients are treated with
radiotherapy, which kills tumour cells, but some cancer cells become resistant to the treatment and can grow into new tumours. Following research, the scientists say this is because of a protein called PD-L1 which forms a ‘molecular shield’ around some cancer cells preventing them from being destroyed.
They carried out a study injecting an antibody into the blood stream of mice to block the protein, destroying the shield and allowing radiotherapy to target the cancer cell. The findings have been published in the journal Cancer Research, and are believed they could significantly boost the power of radiotherapy.
Too unfit to exercise… WHILST the importance of exercise is often cast in the spotlight, it seems that many Brits are reluctant to lace up their trainers as they fear exposing their low-fitness levels. Indeed, new research has found that one in five (22 per cent) Brits say they don’t feel fit enough to play
sport or exercise with other people. Further showing many are hesitant to feel the burn, a quarter (26 per cent) of Brits say they find it hard to motivate themselves to play sport or get more exercise. Despite this, over a third (38 per cent) of consumers say they would
FAMILY SPORT: But Brits are less sure about feeling fit enough to play sport with others. like to be more active to improve their health, rising to over half (54 per cent) of those who say they don’t feel fit enough to exercise with other people. Today in Britain, 36 per cent of consumers have not played or participated in sport in the past 12 months, rising to over half (61 per cent) of those over 65 and 52 per cent aged 55-64. However, it seems it is UK women who are finding it harder to get into the ‘no pain, no gain’ mindset. Indeed, 41 per cent of women have not played
sport in the past year, with a third (33 per cent) agreeing they find it hard to motivate themselves. Despite this, 44 per cent of women say they would like to be more active to improve their health. David Walmsley, Senior Leisure Analyst at Minte market research company, said: “Not feeling fit enough to play with others could be one expression of a more general lack of physical confidence that stems from unfamiliarity with sport more widely - it is significant this attitude is most common among older
people, who are least likely to take part in sport either individually or with others. “However, the fact it is also more common among people who play sport with other family members suggests promoting this type of play could be a useful means of breaking down these wider barriers. Playing with family offers a supportive setting in which people who have not played in many years can regain their confidence and enthusiasm for sport.” Indeed, 21 per cent of Brits who have played sport
with their family in the past year say they don’t feel fit enough to play sport or exercise with other people. However, Mintel’s research shows the strongest advocators of the importance of exercise are UK parents. Whilst over a third (38 per cent) of parents say they try to encourage their children to play sport to help them develop a healthy lifestyle, 55 per cent of this group agree playing sport or exercising regularly means you don’t have to worry too much about what you eat, compared to a national mean of 10 per cent. Furthermore, three in five (59 per cent) of this group say that playing sport socially is an enjoyable way to look after their health compared to an average of 30 per cent.
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Elderly residents on their own MORE than 1.5 million elderly people live alone in Spain. The Federation of Friends of the Elderly said it is an “unknown situation that moves silently” as they launched an awareness campaign ‘They’re living alone’ to mark International Day of Older Persons. The number of elderly has grown significantly in recent decades, as the over 65s represent 18 per cent of the population and the numbers are expected to grow. The federation is suggesting everyone should visit an elderly person and take a photo to be uploaded to social media sites using #NoEstáisSolos to raise awareness.
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Beware of bronchitis this autumn WITH the arrival of autumn and the return to schools and nurseries, bronchitis is more prevalent in children than ever. The disease, characterised by its cough, affects 80 per cent of children in the first two years of life and results in the most hospitalisations of children up to the age of 14 above other diseases such as tonsillitis, appendicitis and gastroenteritis. In the last 10 years more than 63,000 children have been admitted to health centres with the condition. However, despite the high incidence of the disease, health officials say there has been a significant improvement in mortality data (decreased by almost 30 per cent) and the average stay in hospital has fallen and currently stands at 5.6 days. BRONCHITIS: Characterised by its cough.
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1. The aircraft, a Boeing 777, disappeared from Secondary Radar at 01.20 on March 8 whilst on route to Peking. 2. At the time it was only the third total hull loss of this type of aircraft. 3. At the time the only previous fatal accident was at San Francisco when an Asiana aircraft hit the sea wall on final approach because the Korean pilot could not fly the aircraft manually. 4. The pilot, Captain Ahmad Shah who was a check and training Captain and First Officer Abdul Hamid did not request to fly together and was selected for the flight by a computerised rostering system. Their private lives could not be linked in any way thus dispelling any conspiracy between them. AHMAD FAIZAL YAHYA / SHUTTERSTOCK.COM
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What happened to Malaysian Airlines flight MH370? Aviation in and out of the box Independent Aerospace Consultant appollo@consultant.com Now living in the Costa del Sol, Geoff spent more than 40 years working in the aviation industry.
SCENARIOS Possibility 1. Captain Shah was extremely upset that his close friend Anwar bin Ibrahim, leader of the opposition, had recently been jailed for five years for sodomony and wished to correct, what he saw, as gross injustice. He decided to take the plane over to do some dastardly deed with it, and to return to Malaysian airspace, after turning off the Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System, (ACARS), the Transponder, the Cockpit Voice Recorder, and the Digital Flight Data Recorder. He chose his moment, just prior to calling Ho Chi Min Flight Information Region (HCM FIR) having been told by Lumpur Flight Information Region that his flight had been handed over. For seconds and often minutes you are in ‘no man’s land’ at this point. When the aircraft turned back, it was tracked by Malaysian Armed Forces primary radar. At this point, Captain Shah attempted to negotiate the release of his friend and gave the authorities five hours to comply before crashing the aircraft into the
FLIGHT MH370: There have been many theories over what happened to the disappearance of this aircraft. Indian Ocean. No Malaysian military aircraft was scrambled and it was not until five hours later that Fl. MH370 was reported missing. Deal breaker for this scenario. 1. The First Officer would not have left his seat at this point of the Sector. The work load can be quite high when establishing contact and entering a new FIR. The Captain would have to incapacitate the FO. 2. The Captain would never be sure just what the Malaysian Armed Forces would do to prevent his ‘hi-jacking.’ 3. If I had been the Captain with fanatical political thoughts (and a Muslim of course) and negotiations failed I would not monotonously track over the Indian Ocean whilst passengers are trying to kick the cockpit door down; I
would have put the aircraft into that magnificent unique ornate railway station in Kuala Lumpur! This scenario has just too many holes in it.
Possibility 2 This possibility has been banded about by conspiracy theorists and those who know nothing about the operation of large commercial aircraft. The aircraft turned back towards KL (undisputed) then turned north west towards the ‘‘stans’ and landed in one of the airfields up there. Deal breaker for this Scenario. 1. It takes about $250,000 worth of ground handling equipment to ensure a wide body aircraft can be ‘relaunched.’ An aircraft tug and tow bar cost me nearly $100,000 nearly 30
years ago! Fifty Taliban pushing on the landing gear just wouldn’t work. 2. Where’s the passengers? This is a non-starter.
Possibility 3 Prior to take off a fire started in the MEC located under the cockpit floor. This is home to to all communication equipment and the wire looms for the ‘black boxes.’ Unfortunately the crew emergency oxygen bottle is also located there. There have been over 20 cases of fire in this area on this type of aircraft always starting on engine start up but usually detected before take off; none have been fatal but all caused extensive damage. MH370 took off with a fire under the cockpit floor and was not detected by the crew.
Thirty minutes after take off the aircraft reached its cruise altitude (FL350), the fire was now serious and they probably began to smell it. The structure was weakened and with a pressure of 8.3 pounds per square inch on it, an explosive decompression occurred. This took out many avionic boxes including communications and destroyed the Crew Emergency Oxygen bottle. Aircraft can still fly with a relatively small hole blown in the side and ironically on depletion of cabin pressure there is a total depletion of oxygen thus immediately extinguishing the fire. Now there is no oxygen to the crew (the passengers would have had eight-12 minutes with their emergency supply), the temperature inside the aircraft is minus 53 Centigrade, and the crew instinctively go
through their ‘total loss of cabin pressure’ well rehearsed routine. Before being totally overcome by hypoxia they were able to give the Flight Management System a few commands that would have turned the aircraft back to Kuala Lumpur automatically. These commands were neither totally correct or complete. Sadly the crew were soon brain dead; the aircraft never reached the lower life sustaining altitude and the cabin occupants sadly succumbed to the same fate. The aircraft then flew for approximately eight hours as a ghost flight over the Indian Ocean. Deal breakers on this scenario There aren’t any! The exact cause of the aircraft demise we know not. The lack of the whereabouts of the aircraft is due to the lack of action by the Malaysian Armed Forces on the night that an unidentified aircraft showed up on their Primary Radar screen. A pair of interceptor fighters should have been immediately launched to investigate the ‘intruder.’ By viewing the aircraft a lot can be established and if it was a ‘ghost’ flight, then arrangements could be made to ‘hand over’ the visual surveillance to other countries viz. Indonesia, Singapore and Australia until MH370 run out of fuel and ditched.
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front of me, stimulated numerous ideas for my garden and those of friends and for future articles. Being on a private estate there was no disturbance from other fishermen or walkers, and very little from boats. If you are a fisherman find out more about the location, facilities and costs by searching the www.ebro website sportingadventures.com or by calling Stephen on (0034) 658 364 299. This English speaking family business can also arrange hunting days and weekends from quail to stags.
The top 10 garden ideas from the week’s reflections 1. Nature is full of ideas for copying and adapting. 2. Group plants, different colours of flowers, leaves and barks, rocks and water features in creative ways for interest and easy maintenance. 3. Hide all eyesores beyond the fence with walls, hedges, trees and climbers. 4. In beds blend in, in the style of ancient hedgerows, woodlands or even jungles, ground cover and climbing plants, shrubs and trees, groups of rocks and stone chippings, and fountains and ponds. 5. Make features of different coloured barks and leaves. 6. Create interesting
garden sounds from rustling leaves, groaning branches and popping seed pods plus water features. 7. Create interesting reflection and sun and shadow effects. If you decide to avoid water features under-plant or plant in front of tall shrubs and trees areas of low growing plants with varying colours of leaves and flowers to great artificial but natural alternatives to colourful reflections. 8. Attract interesting and safe native wildlife such as butterflies, birds, lizards, geckoes, glow worms, frogs, toads, and hedgehogs. 9. Create a balance of sunny and shady areas. 10. Build in a balance of essential resting, active, eating and working areas. Walk and talk gardening Dick Handscombe is leading a three hour easy eight kilometres scenic walk for Costa Blanca Mountain Walkers on Saturday October 11 starting at the Font in La Drova, 12 kilometres inland from Gandia on the CV675, at 10.30am. The following new book might interest you Dick’s new book ‘Auditing and improving company cultures’ has been recently published via Amazon Books.
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HOME mortgages registered a 28.8 per cent increase in July over the same month in 2013. Data released by the
National Statistics Institute on Friday September 26 show that the number of new home mortgages increased in July for the second month in a row, with 18,107 home loans signed. The figure represents a 28.8 per cent increase over the same month last year and a 19 per cent increment month-over-month. The positive trend is due to an improvement in the housing market and to the reopening of credit, according to experts.
The average value of home mortgages in July was €100.866, 0.3 per cent less year-over-year, while the capital loaned registered a 28.5 per cent increase over 2013 (€1.8 million). Compared to June, home mortgages grew by 5.7 per cent, the most substantial increment registered in five years. Moreover, the amount of capital loaned also took an 8.1 per cent upturn during July, the sharpest since 2010.
The number of mortgaged homes, however, dropped by 9.4 per cent between January and July yearover-year despite the increment in mortgages, with an 8.2 per cent decrease in the capital loaned and an 1.3 per cent upturn in the average mortgage value. The highest number of home mortgages in July was registered in Andalucia (3,324), Madrid (3,247) and Catalonia (2,878).
Most foreclosures date back to housing bubble MOST foreclosed mortgages were taken out during the real-estate bubble, said the National Statistics Institute (INE). Three in every five mortgages foreclosed by Spanish banks during the second quarter of the year were taken out in the midst of the housing bubble, according to data released by INE on September 30. Statistics show that 60 per cent of the foreclosure processes were initiated against mortgage loans negotiated between 2004 and 2007, when the financial sector made it easier for potential homebuyers to borrow money and would finance 100 per cent or more
of the property’s value without taking into consideration the implied risk of such transactions. On the other hand, INE figures confirm that evictions, one of the most visible symptoms of the crisis, continued during the second quarter of the year. Despite the economy’s recovery, the creation of new employment and the fact that their number had dropped by 4.2 per cent during the first quarter of the year, mortgage foreclosures registered an 8.4 per cent increase between April and June, totalling 9,611 processes.
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Foreign investment in construction sector once again most attractive
SEVEN years after the burst of the bubble, the construction sector is once again the most attractive industry for foreign investors in Catalonia. According to the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness, €152.5 million out of the €523.3 million received by Catalonia from outside Spain during the first six months of the year had the construction sector as its destination. This represents 30 per cent of the total investment received during the period and doubles that invested in industry, which fell 50 per cent year-on-year during the same timeframe. Although the foreign investment received in Catalonia has decreased in almost all main sectors, the figures have been less dramatic in the construction sector with only a 27 per cent reduction. Other sectors such as industry (-92 per cent), transport (-94 per cent) and food and beverages (-94 per cent) have felt the pinch much harder.
FOREIGN INVESTMENT: Thirty per cent of investment benefited the construction sector.
Salvador Guillermo, Director of Economia de Fomento del Trabajo, has pointed out that it is too early to be fully optimistic since great deals in the sector
may have distorted the data. Moreover, he has highlighted that it is possible that the secessionist process in Catalonia may cause some
uncertainty amongst investors; however there is nothing that indicates this so far. Guillermo also believes that the process initiated by banks
to sell their active assets has caught the attention of the investors who now understand that their market price might not continue devaluating for much longer. Furthermore, Jose Garcia Moltavo, professor in the Pompeu Fabra University, considers that the foreign investment is being diverted to the construction sector due to the small returns financial markets are providing nowadays. In his research, he confirmed that 27.9 per cent of buyers purchase properties as an investment and that this percentage is much higher in Barcelona City. In addition to this, he believes that the majority of these buyers are small investors and pensioners who use their savings to pay for the property with the view of renting it afterward.
Madrid region puts housing policies through relocation in place to help those families in need MADRID has allocated a total of 201 houses to families with difficulties.
Borja Carabante, Vice Counsellor for Transport, Infrastructures and
Housing, has announced the initiative whilst handing the apartment keys to a couple in Alcorcon, south of Madrid. Carabante stated
that: “the goal is to help families have a second chance since the region is aware of the financial radical change that many families have suffered in a very short period of time.” For the new apartment dwellers, Priscila and Javier, this represents the opportunity to start a new life. “We had the eviction order to leave the apartment on September 11 and had to leave. When they phoned us we felt tremendously happy and grateful. We have JAVIER & PRISCILA: Represents the opportunity to start a new life.
to move in again but this time we will do it with a smile on our face.” On the other hand, the Vice Counsellor has also confirmed that the council continues applying their social policies through relocation. “We are going to relocate 11 families from the Ventorro de la Puñala shanty neighbourhood. We are planning to finish the whole relocation programme by the end of the year which will mean the dismantling of all historical shanty areas in Madrid City.” Carabante has explained that the programme begins with the relocation and continues with the total reinsertion of these
families with their new neighbours. To achieve this, the Relocation and Social Integration Institute works with the families for years in order to ensure they fully integrate into society. “In some cases, these individuals do not have a proof of identification and, very often, are analphabetic,” remarked Carabante. The rent the relocated families will have to pay will depend on their financial situation. However, they will need to carry out with the day-to-day duties of the community, such us bringing the rubbish bags to the containers, looking after the building and respecting their neighbours.
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PROPERTY FOR SALE CHALET in ORIHUELA, NEW. 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, pool, 1,500 plot, 154m2 construction built, 145,000€. 965 832 658 / 629 991 543 (220097) HOUSE TO RENOVATE, 160m2 build, 825m2 plot in pure nature, 10km to the beach and 2.5km to the town of Gata, 80,000€. 965 832 658 / 629 991 543 (220097)
www.decorlux.es painting, decorating, renovation. Covering the Costa Blanca and inland since 1996. Estimates free. Tel 649 181 526 Facebook/decorlux painters(221196) PAINTER & DECORATOR. Reasonable rates, also experienced in flat roof repairs. Tel 606 399 281 (223616)
DOGS WELCOME - 500 year old beamed cottage in valley, Jesus Pobre, Javea. www.little houseinspain.com. SPECIAL OFFER: 18 Oct - 25 Oct €500/week. WINTER OFFER (1st November onwards) €500/week. Also available for weekends. (225617)
PIANO TUNING PIANO TUNING and repairs. PIANO MAN. 607 346 658 pianoman@pianoman.es (223632)
PLUMBING www.100percentplumbing.com Call for a free quotation 965 835 939 (87006)
COUNTRY HOUSE near Gata de Gorgos, in the middle of the mountains at Cami Font Mata and is second house to the right. NEW. 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, kitchen, living room. 160m2 build with 825m plot. 2.5km to the centre, 12.5km to the beaches Javea. ONLY 99,000 euros. Tel: 629 991 543 (223633)
9 - 15 October 2014 / Costa Blanca Nor th WANTED: Long term rentals all areas from Denia to Calpe and inland! For more information contact: info@spanishcoastvil las.com (229893) WANTED:Large villa in Javea for long term rent. For more information contact: info@spanish coastvillas.com (229893) WANTED: 3 Bedroom Townhouse. Benissa/Javea/Denia. Max 250,000€ for Mr Fitz. Contact: info@spanishcoastvillas .com (229893) WANTED: 3 bedroom apartment in Javea for long term rent. For more information contact: info@spanishcoastvillas .com (229893) WANTED: 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Villa. Benitachell/Cumbre del Sol. Max 300.000€ for Mr and Mrs O’Conor. Contact info@spanishcoastvillas.com (229893) WANTED: Min 5 Bedroom Villa. Moraira/Benissa coast/Calpe. Max 600,000€ for Mr. Schur. Contact info@spanishcoastvil las.com (229893) WANTED: 3 Bedroom Finca. Benitachell/Javea. Max 250,000€. For Mrs Fontaine. Contact info@spanishcoastvil las.com (229893) WANTED: 2 Bedroom Bungalow .Moraira/Benissa and Benissa coast. Max 150,000€ For Mr. Vandekerckhove . Contact info@spanishcoastvillas.com (229893) WANTED: 3 Bedroom min Villa in Moraira for long term rent. For more information contact info@spanishcoastvillas.com
REMOVALS/STORAGE EUROPEAN removals and transport with scheduled UK routes. UK Company, fully legal, taking loads from 5kg to 24,000kg. Lowest prices and the best service. 952 816 582 or www.fo cus-transport.com (221351) EUROFASTFORWARD REMOVALS. Local, UK and Spain. Tel 626 151 834 (223636) CAR TRANSPORT AND RECOVERY. UK-SPAIN-UK. Established 5 years. Do you need your car transported? We also transport boats, plant and machinery. Fully insured. Call Steve on 0044 7961 988424 or email sunshinecartransport@talk talk.net (220965)
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RESTAURANTS Charlotte and Salvador welcome you to RESTAURANTE PLAZA, La Coveta Fuma, El Campello. THE PLACE for Sole, Fishpot, Filletsteak, Chicken satay with Peanut sauce, Duckbreast and many more (also vegetarian) dishes. Monday till Friday a 4-Course Menu 13.25€. A Special Sunday Menu from 15.25€. And always a huge Choice of Starters/Tapas. PLAZA is open from Sunday till Friday from 19:00-22:00 h. Tel. 965 638 039 (225653)
ROLLER SHUTTERS REPAIRS, cords, slats, winding mechanisms, motors. Calpe + 40 kms. Tony Bowers 659 464 992 www.toldosalchemy.com
SCRAP VEHICLES SCRAP VEHICLES wanted for cash. Call 646 726 377 (229234)
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SOLAR POWER LOWEST PRICES IN SPAIN, www.solarmegastore.es (224320)
STRUCTURAL SURVEYS MARK PADDON BSc Hons. Building surveying. MCIOB, CAAT. From 245 EUROS + IVA. Insured and legally registered in Spain. Tel: 653 733 066 / 962 807 247 www.costablancasur veyors.com (229513)
SWIMMING POOLS TOTAL POOL CARE. Specialists in regrouts, leak detectio and structural repairs, replacement pumps and filters etc, also warranty service available for pipework, pumps, lights etc. Tel 654 687 536 (229062)
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CALIFORNIA MOTORCYCLES in Oliva is the leading motorbike sales and repairs centre on the Costa Blanca. There is perhaps no one, or place, better equipped, passionate and knowledgeable about motorbikes and in particular, Harley Davidsons, than owner Frank Burguera who opened the company in 2007. They are specialists in Harley Davidsons; a brand Frank has believed in since he was a teenager. He spent time in Bosnia in the Special Forces when he was 18, gaining life experiences and, more importantly, earning the money to buy his first Harley Davidson. Since then, he has trained as a mechanic and worked for the company whose values and ethos he believes in and which remain today: “The bike was developed as a method of getting to work so it had to be an easy ride, of good quality and easy to maintain and they have kept that ethos even now.” Frank enthused: “When US soldiers returned from war they used Harleys as a way of accommodating back in to life and as a form of escapism and people started to associate the bike with freedom and it is the experience that is what Harley Davidsons are about.” That freedom has led Frank to privileged experiences also as he has travelled and lived around the world working with Harley Davidson Europe in Spain and Portugal as a mechanical trainer and he also spent time in the UK and USA. Every year he would go to Seattle, USA,
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working with a friend on the Harley Davidson drag racing team. Frank stopped that three years ago to fully concentrate on developing California Motorcycles. Now, as well as repairs, servicing and sales, California Motorcycles has an extensive online store offering parts, accessories and clothing which is quickly becoming an integral part of the company and is expanding with customers worldwide and is all part of Frank’s commitment and dedication to
moving with the times and providing what the market wants. So for all your Harley Davidson and motorcycle needs, speak with the experts and deal in the best. California Motorcycles Harley Davidson Specialists Carretera de Gandia 39 Oliva
Toyota presents new C-HR crossover at Paris show TOYOTA has unveiled its new C-HR Concept at the Paris motor show, a vision for a hybridpowered compact crossover that displays an emphatic new design language. The show car gives an early hint of a kind of vehicle Toyota would like to bring to market. The C-HR Concept introduces an expressive new design approach with a diamond styling theme. Beneath the flowing cabin profile, the lower bodywork has been
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sculpted to create faceted surfaces, like the precision cutting of a gemstone. The frontal treatment
marks a development of Toyota’s current design cues and the introduction of themes which signal a future direction for
Toyota vehicles. In profile, the faceted treatment of the lower body, the muscular wheel arches and angular rear shoulders are juxtaposed with an exceptionally sleek cabin profile. At the rear, distinctive, aero-inspired floating rear lamp clusters add further emphasis to the vehicle’s broad-shouldered look.
Tel: 962 853 711 or 664 262 240 Visit: www.californiamotorcycles.com Email: info@californiamotorcycles.com
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Honda reveals the prototype of new Urban SUV for Europe HONDA has revealed its new urban SUV for Europe, which made its world premiere at the 2014 Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris. The HR-V is Honda’s new entry into Europe’s fast-growing small SUV segment. The unique exterior design of the new HRV prototype echoes that of a coupé, with sharp, dynamic lines that link the sleek upper body with the stable and planted lower body. This coupé-esque elegance is achieved without compromising the interior practicality of the car. The front wheel drive HR-V, can be powered by either the lightweight 1.6-litre iDTEC diesel or a 1.5-litre i-VTEC gasoline, both from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series. Both engines are mated to a six-speed
manual transmission as standard, while the 1.5-litre i-VTEC unit can be fitted with a semi-automatic CVT transmission. The HR-V features a centre fuel tank location to create one of the most spacious and adaptable cabins in its sector. Honda Magic Seats® make use of this versatility by enabling a wide range of seating configurations, with the ability to fold the second row seats completely flat for added cargo space. Honda’s new European HR-V is scheduled to go on sale across Europe during the summer of 2015.
URBAN SUV: Will go on sale in 2015.
Paris debut for Phantom Metropolitan ROLLS-ROYCE has presented the latest showcase of the marque’s pinnacle Bespoke offering. The Phantom Metropolitan Collection, unveiled at the Mondial de L’Automobile in Paris, features hand-crafted design inspired by the modern metropolis. Just 20 of these beautifully crafted cars will be available to commission. Rolls-Royce say the Phantom’s launch in 2003 “emphatically heralded the renaissance of RollsRoyce Motor Cars by affording the world’s most discerning successful men and women the consummate super-luxury experience." Central to the car’s allure is an interior furnished in the very finest materials; expertly hand-applied by the master craftspeople at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, England. It presents a space that cossets occupants and provides the ultimate sanctuary in which to traverse and observe the city in supreme comfort. The Phantom Metropolitan Collection pays homage to the world’s great metropolises through the meticulous application of marquetry - the art of inlaying small pieces of wood veneer to form decorative motifs. When open, Phantom’s signature picnic
BESPOKE OFFERING: The Phantom Metropolitan Collection was unveiled in Paris. table presents occupants with an elevated view of the city, created through the expert application of 500 individual wood veneer pieces. Indeed, the process of handcutting, colouring, shaping and applying is so complex these unique objects d’art take an expert wood craftsperson several days to complete. On closing the tables, a different perspective of the cityscape is offered - reflecting the view one gets when effortlessly travelling in the rear of a Phantom. “I can think of no more fitting location than Paris to debut this remarkable new motor car. This is a city that echoes Rolls-Royce’s very special brand promise in perfectly combining the
timeless and modern in a manner that celebrates the art of the master craftsperson,” said Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. “Our customers across the globe delight in challenging our designers and craftspeople to create true, one-of-a-kind pieces of automotive art. This latest Collection serves to showcase the extraordinary scope for Bespoke personalisation afforded to every patron of the marque.” Meticulous care is taken when selecting the individual wood veneers. Minute imperfections such as knots and flecks lead to instant rejection. Adjustments to the colour of each piece are made through the traditional handprocess of hot-sand shading before a final inspection under magnification on a
light box to ensure perfection. The cityscape theme extends beyond Phantom’s many wood surfaces. A specially developed Aetherius Grey leather colour was created to echo the colour palette of the modern city whilst 6,800 two-tone stitches to the central rear seat flutes depict an abstract image of a skyscraper. A specially developed Bespoke clock extends the theme to the front of the car. For the first time in the marque’s history, a rotating bezel expressing 24 of the great cities of the world and their time zones adorns the central console. An exterior hue, Darkest Tungsten, inspired by city skylines finishes the exterior surfaces of the car on display in Paris. However, as afforded to any Rolls-Royce customer, the full palette of 44,000 colours is available.
THE PHANTOM: Available in 44,000 different colours.
Unique: 3 plug-in Porsche hybrids
THE new Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid1 has celebrated its world premiere. It is the first plug-in hybrid in the premium SUV segment and it now, claims the manufacturer, sets the standards among luxury all-wheel-drive vehicles. At the same time, it makes Porsche the leading manufacturer of plug-in hybrid cars. Together with the Panamera S E-Hybrid2) and the 918 Spyder3) it is the only brand to offer three plug-in models. Besides the Cayenne S EHybrid, Porsche is also presenting updated models of the Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S Diesel in Paris. Their main features are increased efficiency, even more precise handling, a more streamlined design and even more extensive standard equipment. Thanks to plug-in hybrid technology the Cayenne S E-Hybrid has a fuel economy of only 3.4 litres per 100 kilometres and CO2 emissions of a mere 79 grams per kilometre. Market reaction to the models was positive.
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Lewis ‘rains’ in wet Japan Tony Matthews
International Sports A former football player and the world’s most prolific author of football books (more than 100 published), Tony is also the sports reporter for Spectrum Radio and lives in the Cabrera mountains.
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START with Formula 1... And Lewis Hamilton claimed his eighth victory of the year by winning Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. In atrocious conditions (rain, rain and more rain) Hamilton produced one of his greatest drives ever to finish ahead of Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg with Sebastian Vettel third. Hamilton is 10 points clear of Rosberg in the drivers’ championship with four GPs remaining. Unfortunately Hamilton’s victory celebrations were subdued following an accident involving Marussia’s French driver Jules Bianchi (25) who was taken to hospital, unconscious, after crashing into a recovery vehicle.
Earlier, on the same track, Dutchman Max Verstappen (17) became the youngest ever F1 driver, taking charge of a Toro Rosso car in the first practice session. And here’s a fact - noone can hold a full driving licence in Holland until they’re 18. And former Italian F1 driver Andrea De Cesaris (55) has been killed in a motorbike accident in Rome. Onto Football... and in last week’s European action, there were Champions League wins for Chelsea and Real Madrid, draws for Arsenal and Manchester City and defeat for Barcelona, while in the Europa League, Celtic triumphed but both Everton and Tottenham drew their games. Two former Chelsea players, Samuel Eto’o and Demba-Ba, scored for Everton and Besiktas (against Spurs) respectively. In the Premiership last weekend, leaders Chelsea beat Arsenal 2-0; Aston Villa lost 2-0 to reigning champions Manchester City 2; Hull clipped Crystal Palace 2-0; Liverpool edged out WBA 21; Manchester United defeated
LEWIS HAMILTON: Claimed his eighth victory in Japan. Everton, also 2-1; Sunderland licked Stoke 3-1; Tottenham beat Southampton 1-0 and West Ham eased past QPR 2-0. The games between Swansea-Newcastle and Leicester-Burnley ended in 2-2 draws. Here in Spain, Lionel Messi netted again, lobbing home Barcelona’s in a 2-0 win over nine-man Rayo Vallecano. The Argentinian is now on 249 La Liga goals, two behind Telmo Zarra’s record of 251, set 60 years ago. Reigning champions Atletico Madrid lost 3-1 at Valencia, Real Madrid thumped Bilbao 5-0 with
PEGO GOLF: The members played a stableford competition.
Sedate singles…
FRESH after the wonderful Captain’s day, when 87 members and guests attended a day of fun and feast at Oliva Nova, members returned to the rather sedate Singles Stableford Competition. During the night there was thunder and lightning for a long time, and indeed many parts of the course and surrounding the clubhouse, were flooded. This meant that the course was playing long and difficult. There was a guest prize today, won by Derek Linley, with a day’s best score of 42 points. In the main event the Singles Stableford Competition, the winners
were in division one Clive Wright (34) in top spot followed by Ian Robertson (33), Danny Herron (32) and Donna Green (31). In division two first was Alan Simpson (36), second Patrick Lynch (34), third Jane Leith (32) and fourth Dave Lett (31). In the semi final of the Pego Match Play Competition, Donal Murphy defeated Malcolm Cannon by one hole to advance to the final, where he will meet either Peter Raplet or Mike Cuerden. More information: www.pegogolf society.com or email Donna Green at pegohandicapsec@gmail.com.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s third hat-trick in four games, Almeria and Elche drew 2-2, Sevilla beat La Coruna 4-1 and Malaga defeated Granada 2-1. There are no PL/Championship matches this weekend due to the Euro 2016 qualifiers, but there are full programmes in Leagues 1 and 2 with Bristol CityChesterfield, Swindon-PNE, Wimbledon-Bury, MorecambeWycombe and NorthamptonBurton the pick of the matches. Rugby League’s Super Grand final will feature St Helens against Wigan Warriors.
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Start of season at BBC THE first games of the season were played last week at Benitachell Bowls club with all three home teams playing against each other. The Lions started off as they finished last season with a win, 10 - 0 against the Tigers and the Tigers won their match against the Jaguars 8 - 2. In the Challengers League things were different with the Tigers, last year’s champions, going down to the Jaguars 10 - 25 but they had a good win over the Lions 24 - 14. Benitachell Bowls Club welcomes bowlers of all ability and is pleased to offer a free training session to anyone who is interested in learning more about the game. Please check out our website at www.benitachellbowls club.com
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Novak Djokovic Novak Djokovic, conqueror of Andy Murray in the semis, won the China Open, beating Thomas Berdych in the final. Maria Sharapova took the women’s title. TO READ MORE VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WWW.EUROWEEKLYNEWS.COM
A good turnout ONE of the largest turnouts of the year for Orba Warblers GS saw 39 players competing for the Paul Kellaway Plate, a Stableford competition at Oliva Nova. Winning the competition and continuing his previous form was Chris Field with 39 points. In second place was newest member, Michael Morley, losing on countback with the same score. Third and fourth, both on 35 points were
IN FINE FORM: Orba Warblers at Oliva Nova. Graham Bush and Jorgen Mortensen. After the presentations the captain, Arthur Sullivan,
took on the ice-bucket challenge for Cancer Relief. For more information: 639 242 896.