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Monster attack Sent down for homeless rape A MAN found guilty of raping and beating a homeless woman in Alicante City has been sentenced to eight years in prison at a court hearing. Te r e n c i o S M h a s a l s o been ordered to pay â‚Ź20,000 in compensation to the victim and has prevented him from contacting her for 10 years. The defendant must also go on probation for five years, magistrates ruled. The court heard during the trial SM had approached the woman and surprised her as she slept rough in a park in the city. The defendant then hit her over the head and repeatedly punched her. He then stripped her of the blanket and nightgown she had on and sexually assaulted her. SM covered her mouth and squeezed her neck in order to stop the victim from calling for help, the court heard. The woman was able to catch the attention of
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SENTENCED: The defendant was handed an eight-year prison sentence by the Alicante court. three passers-by by waving her hand. They came over to her and the defendant but he soon fled. Two of those who came over reportedly chased after SM while the other called police. They were able to catch and hold him until of-
ficers arrived and arrested him shortly afterwards. The defendant previously argued the claims were revenge for not giving the victim money to buy alcohol. SM will be able to appeal the sentence before regional courts.
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By Matt Ford FRIENDS of Kirsty Maxwell, the Scottish woman who plummeted from a balcony while holidaying on the Costa Blanca, have spoken of their horror at finding her body lying by their hotel swimming pool. Last weekend marked one year since the 27-year-old newlywed from Livingston tragically fell from the 10th floor of the Apartmentos Payma complex in Benidorm. The bank worker had been visiting Spain for pal Carolynn Burke’s hen-do with 19 other friends, and four of them plus her aunt returned to the resort as their search for answers continues. Carolynn, 29, said: “My mum was banging on my door at 10.30am and then she burst into the room with a man shouting ‘someone’s missing, someone’s missing - there’s been an accident. “Lesley-Anne got up and ran to the window and looked. When she came back she said, ‘it’s Kirsty.’ “We just sat in a room for hours in silence crying. “I don’t think any of us will ever be the same again.” Lesley-Anne Watson, 28, added: “I looked and she was just lying there - I was shaking and freezing.” The women gave a press conference in Benidorm before putting up posters and distributing fliers in the hope that new witnesses
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Friends of death plunge victim return will come forward. It is believed Kirsty was in an apartment occupied by five British bodybuilders from Nottingham on the floor when she fell after leaving her room a floor below barefoot but clothed. They were quizzed by Spanish investigators before returning to the UK after denying wrongdoing. Retail manager Kerry Langton, 27, explained how she had tucked Kirsty into bed: “I took her shoes off and asked her if she wanted her pyjamas on but she was being silly and said no. I said ‘Goodnight, love you’ and tucked her in like a wee child.” Lesley-Anne added: “There’s not a day it doesn’t go through your head, ‘what if we stayed somewhere different? What if we came on a different night’?” She described the aftermath as “hell” and recalled how she had to break the tragic news to Kirsty’s husband Adam, 28, who she had married just seven months earlier. “Adam phoned and he said he’d had a strange call and he thought it was a prank. I had to tell him it
HEN PARTY HORROR: Pals of Kirsty Maxwell (left) have been in Benidorm seeking answers (right).
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wasn’t and I remember him breaking down. “It was horrific… I replay that conversation in my head every day.” K i r s t y ’s c l o t h e s w e r e controversially destroyed without proper DNA testing in the wake of the incident. Private detective David Swindle, an ex-police officer, is now probing the case on behalf of her parents Brian and Denise and hus-
band Adam after Spanish detectives were unable to track down any witnesses and their Spanish lawyer resigned citing “a difference of opinion over optimum legal strategy.” A new website (www.kirstymaxwell.com) has been launched with messages from her family and details about the case, plus contact details if you have any information.
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Record haul AN Alicante police operation has resulted in almost nine tons of cocaine hidden amongst a banana shipment seized from a lorry in Algeciras. Spain’s Interior Minister said the raid marked a record quantity of drugs found by authorities and six suspects have been arrested in connection with the haul.
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Assault probe NATIONAL POLICE have launched an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a woman at a party on the University of Murcia’s Espinardo campus. Officers were called to the party after the woman, later taken to hospital, claimed she was forced to perform sex acts with a boy at the party.
Teacher rally STAFF at an Elche school gathered outside the building before classes began to protest against what they said was a campaign from parents to discredit them. The teachers, from El Palmeral School, claimed they were insulted and slandered during ongoing efforts to change the opening times of centres in Alicante Province.
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THE body of a 2.2 metre-long bottlenose dolphin has been found in a cove on a Torrevieja beach, the town’s council said. The corpse of the animal was spotted in the Cala de la Zorra cove which is reportedly difficult to access and the cause of death is being investigated.
A DEFENDANT found guilty of threatening to kill his neighbour who he was prevented from contacting and of assaulting a police officer has been jailed. The court in Alicante handed the man, who claimed he had reacted out of nerves, a six-month prison sentence and fined him €3,420.
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Eggstra-ordinary HIS pictures of an annual festival in Ibi, Alicante were featured in the Euro Weekly News earlier in the year. And now Italian snapper Antonio Gibotta’s stunning series of photographs has picked up second place in the Professional Discovery c a te g o ry of the 2018 Sony Photography Awards. T h e jaw -d ropping s e que nc e shows revellers hurl smoke bombs, flour and eggs at each other as they stage a mock battle to
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mark the biblical Massacre of the Innocents by King Herod. Clad in military gear and wearing goggles to protect their eyes, some participants also brandish firecrackers as the flour and egg artillery whizzes by. The bizarre event dates back around 200 years and sees Els Enfarinats (the floured ones) take control of the village as they stage a fake coup d’état against the authorities. Talking about his experience at
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FLOUR POWER: Antonio Gibotta’s photos were taken in Ibi, Alicante.
the festival, Antonio said: “When I reached the heart of the struggle, after a few minutes, the floor bec a me sl i pper y and I had t o be careful to dodge the flour and the eggs. “I’ve always applied to photographic contests with images featuring cruel settings like wars and tragedies, such as my project on immigrants from the Balkans. But with this series I wanted to show a nother t ype of war … one t hat doesn’t scare people.”
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TOP HORSEPLAY: The Feria de Jerez is a traditional marvel. IT’S among the most quintessentially Spanish festivals still celebrated today. And the annual Feria de Jerez, also known as the Feria del Caballo (horse fair), is just around the corner. Taking place in world sherry capital Jerez de la Frontera, the week-long celebration is the most important in the province of Cadiz, Andalucia, and has been designated a celebration of international interest by the Spanish government. Less of a tourist-trap than regional capital Sevilla’s enormous Feria de Abril, it features the time-honoured casetas - temporary bars and restaurants which transform into lively nightspots packed with revellers after dark - plus a raucous family fairground with a range of attractions, both typical features of ferias in southern Spain. Unlike in Sevilla the casetas are open to the public, allowing visitors to quaff local sherry and sample the area’s superlative cuisine while guitarists march to a flamenco beat marked by the pounding rhythm of stamping
feet and clapping hands. But a large portion of the leafy Gonzalez Hontoria Park, where festivities are centred, is also given over to the finest pure bred horses of Jerez in a nod to the origins of the event as a commercial livestock fair originating more than 500 years ago. The Royal Andalucian School of Equestrian Art is located in the city, and the area’s horsebreeding heritage comes to the fore during the feria, with dressage, rising competitions and polo matches. But the undoubted highlight is the daily parade of horse-drawn carriages, dubbed enganches in Spanish. Lavishly decorated English, Hungarian, Russian and Spanish-style carriages are paraded around the park and city streets, ending in the carousel, when they wheel and turn together in choreographed circles. It is a striking, unforgettable spectacle soundtracked by the cracking of whips and hundreds of jingling bells.
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Expat ‘paedo’ snared Brit held on child porn charges
HARD EVIDENCE: A laptop and hard drive were seized during a police swoop.
By Matt Ford A 63-YEAR-OLD British man has been held on the Costa del Sol for allegedly distributing child pornography. The unnamed suspect was arrested at Malaga Airport as he
MURCIA has come second in a ranking of Spanish regions where people are most likely to be robbed. People in the region are 37
stepped off a flight from the Canary Islands. It comes in the wake of a Spanish National Police probe, during which indecent images and videos being shared online led to an Internet Protocol address registered in the expatri-
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ate hotspot of Mijas Costa. A raid on the man’s home saw investigators seize a laptop and an external hard drive on which they found evidence that files of a ‘clear paedophilic nature’ had been saved before being deleted, according to police.
per cent more likely than the rest of the country to be robbed, according to data from the Unespa insurance business association.
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www.euroweeklynews.com BOTTOMS UP: Jessica Hart.
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SHE’S a former Victoria’s Secret model and Vogue cover girl. But Australian siren Jessica Hart, 32, revealed her less glamorous side after posting a snap of bronzer being applied to her buttock on social media. The cheeky moment came during a photo shoot in Ibiza for Marie Claire Italia, which saw the beauty pose in some of the party island’s most picturesque locations.
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IT’S the world’s most famous song contest. And Eurovision fans are gearing up for this year’s competition, which kicks off next Tuesday at the Altice Arena in Lisbon, Portugal. But while Spanish hopes of douze points are being fuelled by eighth favourites and real-life couple Amaia y Alfred’s Tu Cancion (Your Song), bookies have failed to even place the UK’s SuRie - who will sing Storm DOUZE POINTS? Spain’s - in the top 20 favourites Amaia y Alfred (top) and ahead of the showpiece. the UK’s SuRie. Spain’s pair fell for each other on reality TV talent show Operacion Triunfo and were chosen to represent their country after winning the nation’s hearts. SuRie was the surprise winner of Eurovision: You Decide earlier this year and is an outside bet for the gong. Both countries go straight into the final on Saturday May 12 as part of the ‘Big 5’ making the biggest financial contribution to the WHIRLWIND: Caroline contest. and Andy.
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Brady takes flack from ex squeeze FORMER Apprentice star Andrew Brady is at the centre of a three-way Balearic Islands love triangle. It comes as the 27-year-old announced his engagement to host of Love Island - the dating show filmed on Mallorca - Caroline Flack, 38, via social media after only three months of dating. But his ex, Ibiza Weekender DJ
Rachael Rhodes, has claimed she was dumped by the Celebrity Big Brother contestant without any explanation. She wrote on her blog: “The last time I’d seen him he described our wedding to me, told me how many kids we were having and what colour their hair would be, he told my Mum what ring he wanted to get me and again, like magic POOF.”
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Celeb focus Jen’s hot bum deal SHE recently splashed out on BEACH BABE: a ‘3D’ bum lift. Jen ny Thompson. And former escort Jenny Thompson, 28, who shot to fame in 2010 after allegedly bedding ex-England footballer Wayne Rooney, hit the beach in Spain to show off the results of her latest surgery. The Ex On The Beach star set pulses racing after slipping into a racy bikini before frolicking in the shallows.
Hot right now HOW WE DO (PARTY) hitmaker Rita Ora is on her way to the Rock. The 27-year-old singer is heading back to the Gibraltar Calling music festival for a second time after wowing the crowd in 2014. Taking place on September 21 and 22, the festival will also see grime star Stormzy and drum ‘n’ bass legends Chase and Status perform.
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OUR VIEW Someone, somewhere knows what happened A WEEK after the Lisa Brown probe was frozen by a Spanish judge, family and friends of Kirsty Maxwell have returned to Benidorm. And as they race to stop their own investigation being shelved, striking similarities between the cases emerge. And chief among them is the lack of credible witnesses willing to come forward. As with Lisa, somebody knows what happened to Kirsty, and secrets have a tendency to come out in the end. One year on - page 2
Wolf pack rage spot on THE thousands of protesters who took to the streets in Spain to protest the San Fermin sex assault sentences are to be applauded. According to the court ruling, the attack was not rape because no physical violence was used to subdue the victim, there were no injuries demonstrating violence and no intimidation. But the ‘abuse’ was carried out by five men 10 years older than the victim, who took her to a dark doorway, repeatedly penetrated then left her lying on the floor. If this does not qualify as rape, what does? Sex assault verdict outcry - page 13
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NEWS EXTRA Speeders caught LOCAL POLICE fined 207 drivers in one week for speeding as part of a recent campaign, compared to a 34 fine per week average in 2017, reports local media.
New route LORCA authorities hope a new viewing point route with information boards and benches passing through the city’s restored historical centre will encourage tourism after a 2011 earthquake damaged key sites.
Name shame A STORY covered in the Euro Weekly News last week reported the arrest of British drugs lord Brian Charrington, but a production error saw his surname printed Carrington, for which we apologise.
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Adios Benidorm Show creator confirms sitcom will end BENIDORM, the long-running, award-winning ITV sitcom will air its final episode this week after TV bosses decided to axe it after a 10-series run. P r o d u c e d b y Ti g e r A s p e c t t h e series features an ensemble cast of holidaymakers and staff at the Solana all-inclusive hotel in Benidorm on Spain’s Costa Blanca. Last Sunday show creator Derren Litten told his Twitter followe r s , “ c r a z y t o t h i n k We d n e s d a y will be the last episode of Benidorm! “ I c r e a t e d t h e s e r i e s o v e r 11 years ago, wrote it, guest starred in it and ended up directing it. It’s difficult to think what else there is to do! Thank you for watching!” It comes only weeks after Litten tweeted, “Apparently The Sun are running a story tomorrow on how Benidorm has been cancelled. Don’t make me f**king laugh! (I enjoyed that story after series 6. And 7 and 8 and 9...).”
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AXED BY ITV: Benidorm cast and (inset) show creator Derren Litten. A TV source, quoted by the newspaper, said, “Benidorm has been a huge success for ITV for a decade, but bosses feel it’s run its course. “The ratings have started to drop off and a number of the fan
favourites have left, so it just feels as though the time is right to let it go out while it’s still on a high.” Just over 4.3 million fans tuned in for the first show of series 10, a 400,000 drop on the previous year.
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Alicante tops expat ranking FOREIGN residents outnumber Spaniards in 17 Spanish towns, according to Spain’s latest census. Expatriates make up more than a quarter of the population in 187 towns, according to the latest data released by Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE). In Alicante, 67.8 per cent of Rojales residents are foreigners (mainly British), while the towns of Lliber and San Fulgencio also surpass the 60 per cent foreigner mark. In Almeria, two towns, Arboleas and Partaloa exceed the 60 per cent foreigner mark, at 65.3 per cent and 63.6 per cent respectively. The Malaga district of Benahavis has a 61.9 per cent majority of foreigners (again mostly British). After Romanians and Moroccans, Brits make up the third largest immigrant community in Spain. The INE figures highlight a trend of foreigners clustering in medium-sized cities of between 50,000 and 100,000 inhabitants. Last year 146,611 newcomers registered in Spain, pushing the countrywide total to 4,719,418.
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NEWS EXTRA Officer injured AN Elche police officer was left with wrist injuries and throat and nose irritation after arresting two men who allegedly tried to steal copper gas pipes, with one pushing the officer during their escape attempt.
Seagull cull AUTHORITIES in Cartagena have been drilling holes into seagull eggs in order to curb population levels as part of an operation which has run in previous years, with residents encouraged to report nests they find.
Fallen down A SIGN welcoming tourists to La Manga was left lying by the roadside after toppling over, with photographs showing it lying on the floor twisted and broken in the latest instance of it falling down.
Sales rise RETAIL sales in Murcia were 1.1 per cent higher last March compared to the same month in 2017 and the sales of food increased by 2.5 per cent during the same period according to data.
Noise trial PROSECUTORS have requested six years in prison and an €18,000 fine for two defendants accused of environmental crimes if they are found guilty of accusations of excessive noise levels from their night club in Murcia.
Flight plans VALENCIA’S regional tourism authorities are set to try and close a deal for two direct air routes from Alicante-Elche airport to New York City, United States, and Toronto, Canada, at an industry fair in Bilbao.
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A 26-YEAR-OLD man and a 53-year-old woman who allegedly stole six pigeons and then attempted to demand a ransom payment from the owners have been arrested in Elche. National Police began their investigation after receiving a complaint of the extortion attempt for the competition pigeons. Officers claimed they later found the suspects had climbed over the owner’s wall before gathering information about them from the tags on the
bird’s wings. This information was then used to make contact and de-
mand the ransom. Plain-clothed police officers posing as the victims arranged to meet the alleged thieves, telling them they would make the payment for the birds, two of which were reportedly worth €2,000. The suspects arrived with the animals in a box and were then arrested. Proceedings have been sent to court.
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Cruise arrivals A TOTAL of 53 cruise ships are set to dock in Alicante’s port this year, the city council’s Tourism Board has said. Ten ships are expected to visit the port terminal this month. These include Majestic International Cruise’s 500-ca-
pacity vessel Ocean Majesty, which arrived in Alicante on Tuesday. The city also saw the arrival of Royal Caribbean International’s Vision of the Seas for the first time, along with its 2,000 passengers.
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ANIMAL ABUSE: Two of the dogs that were found in the stagnant water.
‘Psychopaths’ Mutilated dogs found in reservoir by Karl Smallman THE mutilated remains of four dogs that went missing at Easter have been found by their owners in a stagnant water reservoir on the Costa Blanca. The horrifie d ow ne rs have recovered the remains of three of their pets but the fourth was too seriously decomposed. Authorities have ordered the ow ne rs of the gre e nhouse nursery business to dra in the re s e rvoir a mid concerns that more animal remains might be found.
A speci al i st com pany has st ar t ed t o em pt y t he holding pond that serves the business in Muchamiel, Alicante. Al t hough t he wor k has not yet been finished it is believed the remains of other dead animals including cat s and dogs have been found. The Guardia Civil is investigating the horrific discovery and have taken statem ent s f r om gr eenhouse workers but say there is no concl usi ve evi dence t hat points to the culprits. The police have now tak-
en to social media to issue a public appeal for information. But the lawyer of the dog owners was angry. Graciela Miralles, claims that during the emptying of the pond no agent of the Guardia Civil’s SEPRONA animal protection arm was present. “Thi s does not happen when it comes to the murder of a person. A tank has been emptied in which the bodies of m ut i l at ed ani m al s ar e supposedly found and the Guardia Civil is not present to verify it.” The Animal Dignity association is also assisting the dog owners to find the culprit. Saturnina Martínez, president of the association said, “This is a horror. “We have to wait and see what j ust i ce says but we const ant l y ask f or t he toughening of sentences.” Antoni Ripol of Felinos Lo Morant added, “Here we have psychopaths.” Lawyer Gabriela Miralles said that if the Guardia Civi l f i nds t he cul pr i t s, t hey woul d f ace a m axi m um penal t y of t wo year s i n prison and that if they do not have a criminal record the sentence would be suspended. “This is the problem we have with the laws of animal abuse.”
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Ship happens! First ever Ireland to Spain ferry launches has been chartered for the new service, and she will follow the successful ‘économie’ model that Brittany Ferries has established on services from the UK to France and Spain. Brittany Ferries said in a statement: “If you’re looking for value and a simpler service direct to Spain, and are content to travel without the premium experience offered by our
cruise ferries, the Connemara économie service between Cork and Santander could be just right for you.” Crossings will take approximately 26 hours, with departures from Cork on Wednesdays and Fridays. The 120 cabins on the ship will feature beds for up to four passengers, and some will be pet-friendly. Photo credit BF Enthusiasts/Brittany Ferries
BRITTANY FERRIES are pushing the boat out with the first ever direct ferry link between Spain and Ireland to start this week on Sunday. The company will offer two return sailings a week from Cork to Santander in northern Spain. Onboard, passengers can expect a comfortable, no-frills service. Although different to the cruise ferry experience associated with Brittany Ferries in Ireland, the ship will offer comfortable en-suite cabins, lounges, self-service dining, shopping and a café/bar. A ship, the MV Connemara,
QUAY TO THE KINGDOM: The MV Connemara and (inset above) a map detailing the new route.
The Connemara will carry around 500 passengers with space for 195 cars, and the
company expects a 50/50 split between passengers and freight carried.
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Air scare Pilot sparks passenger exit THE captain of a plane bound for Spain gave passengers the chance to leave the flight after an aborted take-off and three hours of technical problems. The plane returned to its stand after aborting the initial take-off run while engineers checked the aircraft over. The flight crew declared there were some ‘slight electrical problems’ and then an hour later they discovered there was a new computer failure. Once that was fixed the pilot announced over the public address system that the plane was ‘apparently normal’ but said anyone who wanted to disembark would be allowed to It is claimed that around 20 people decided to leave the aircraft, which delayed the flight further as their luggage was off-loaded before the aircraft’s departure from the Canary Islands.
PLANE SAILING: The Vueling flight eventually landed at Vitoria airport after hours of delays. The incident happened on a Vueling flight from Gran Canaria to Bilbao in northern Spain and the pilot reportedly said: “We cannot force anyone to stay on board if they don’t feel safe.” The flight was originally scheduled for a 6.45pm departure, although it didn’t finally
take off for another three hours. And once it did it was then diverted from its destination airport due to the Bilbao runway being closed for repairs. The flight finally landed safely in the early hours of the morning in Vitoria and passengers were transferred by bus to Bilbao.
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Politicians pledge change as protests erupt across Spain
By Joe Gerrard A NAVARRA court’s acquittal of five men accused of raping an 18-year-old woman during Pamplona’s San Fermin festival has led to calls to reform Spain’s sexual assault laws. The court’s verdict, which found the men guilty of sexually assaulting the victim, sparked protests in cities throughout Spain. Hundreds of people took to the streets in Alicante, Murcia, Cartagena and other towns and cities in the Costa Blanca area. The protests come as Rafael Catala, Spain’s Justice Minister, said the government in Madrid would present proposals to reform the country’s Penal Code “within weeks” following the verdict. Protestors rallied around the slogan: ‘I do believe you.’ They chanted: ‘It’s not abuse, it’s rape!’ and carried signs which read: ‘Enough of the patriarchal justice system’ and ‘Spain is not a country for women.’ Demonstrators were joined by local politicians in protests which took place across Spain. Those gathering in Madrid waved signs and chanted slogans outside the Justice Ministry building, ac-
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NEWS EXTRA Council faces work claims A LOCAL POLICE officer has taken Torrevieja authorities to court in connection with workplace harassment accusations, with defendant retired inspector Manuel Antonio Lopez Vera denying charges of changing shifts and refusing to approve holidays.
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PROTESTS: Demonstrators gathered in Murcia, as well as in Alicante, Elche and elsewhere in opposition to the ruling. cording to reports. Rallies were also organised beyond Spain including in the British cities of London and Manchester, as well as in Berlin, Brussels, Lisbon and Paris. Rafael Catala said in the wake of the outcry changes being drawn up by the government in Madrid would ensure the law was ‘always’ on the side of the victim.
“Society has changed a lot in the 23 years since current sexual assault laws were introduced. The commitment to respect people and our intransigence against violence, especially concerning gender, is among those changes,” he said. The members of the self-styled ‘La Manada’ (wolf pack) group were handed nine year prison sentences each. They have also been ordered to pay €50,000 in
compensation and are prevented from contacting the victim for 15 years. The court head they had led the woman back to the basement of a block of flats where they assaulted her and filmed it on their mobile phones. The victim’s family said the court’s penalty, for sexual assault rather than rape because no force was found to have been used, was ‘insufficient.’
A PODEMOS regional deputy has said restoration works to Vilananitos beach in San Pedro del Pinatar were “make up operations” and not proper environmental regeneration.
IVF study MANUEL VILLEGAS, Murcia’s Health Minister, has said that the Arrixaca in vitro fertilisation (IVF) laboratory would examine methods to help same sex couples conceive.
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by Matt Ford A BRITISH holidaymaker killed after a violent Canary Islands brawl was given a drugs overdose by medics, pathologists say. Father-of-two Daryl Bhandal was allegedly attacked and beaten while celebrating his birthday at a four-star hotel in Santiago, Santa
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Brit death twist Drug claim sparks legal bid Cruz de Tenerife. The construction firm director suffered head and facial
injuries, and became agitated as medics tried to take X-rays at the island’s Hospital del Sur, leading them to inject him with 20mg of anaesthesia and sedation drug Midazolam. But pathologists’ reports say that rather than calming him down, the dosage
knocked him unconscious, leading staff to administer a specialised stimulant Flumazenil - to reverse the effect around 10 minutes later. He then suffered a heart attack and was pronounced dead after a 50-minute battle to resuscitate him.
It was initially believed he was killed due to injuries sustained during a fight with fellow Briton John Vout and his girlfriend Michelle Petersen, both 27. The two men are said to have come to blows after a verbal row escalated when Photo credit Shutterstock/Facebook
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HOLIDAY HORROR: Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where Daryl Bhandal (inset) died.
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Miss Petersen hurled a cleaner ’s wet floor sign at Mr Bhandal. The couple were quizzed by Spanish investigators but released on bail before flying back to the UK after the incident on February 10, 2017 and it has still not been confirmed if they will face charges. A post mortem examination at the time indicated that Daryl could have died from a combination of alcohol and blows received during the fight. His family have launched a legal suit against the hospital in wake of the new information, according to UK reports. Travel lawyer Kieran Mitchell, who is representing them, told UK media: “Daryl’s death was tragic, and avoidable. Whilst his initial injuries were caused by him being assaulted, those injuries should not have killed him. “His treating doctors had a duty of care to provide the best medical intervention possible but according to pathology reports in Spain, and expert evidence we have obtained, it appears that was simply not the case.”
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Fatal plunge mystery Coroner’s ‘open verdict’ on Brit death By Karl Smallman THE family of a 21-yearold British holidaymaker who plunged to her death from a ninth-floor Benidorm balcony may never know why she died. Danielle Hall suffered fatal injuries after falling from the apartment in the Costa Blanca resort where she was staying with her partner and his grandmother. After a night out with boyfriend, Jordan Bevan,
the supermarket worker from Hexham, Northumberland, toppled over the balcony railings and suffered fatal injuries. A North Shields inquest heard Jordan say that he thought she had stepped outside for a cigarette when he heard a thud and saw her lying on a garage roof below. He said that Danielle had not shown any signs of depression or suicidal tendencies on the night she died in November 2016.
Coroner Eric Armstrong said there was no evidence to suggest she had taken her own life and he recorded an open verdict. Mr Armstrong said, “We don’t have any accounts or information telling us how she fell from the balcony. “ I t ’s m o s t l i k e l y t o b e that she had a drink, she was a bit unsteady, went for a cigarette and lost her balance and fell. “If this is right, there’s no supportive evidence for it. I cannot say it was an accident.
SADLY MISSED: It remains unclear how Danielle (inset) died. “What is left is an open conclusion.” The coroner said, “No parent should have to deal with the death of a child. You have my sympathy.” After her death, Danielle’s family released a statement saying she was
“ a m u c h - l o v e d d a u g h t e r, sister and a fantastic auntie to her five-month-old niece.” They added: “Danielle was an outgoing and friendly girl who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
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Beach bar fee rises ORIHUELA’S council has tendered a more than €501,747 contract for the management of chiringuitos on the town’s beaches, a rise of 38 per cent compared to last year. The contract will run for four years and be renewable for two. Companies were given 20 days to submit bids for the deal last Saturday. The contract also holds the winning firm responsible for providing toilets, parasols and hammocks on the surrounding beach area, according to reports. Chiringuitos will remain closed and the beaches without utilities until the contract is finalised. The news comes as the authority faced criticism last week from residents and chiringuito workers after beach bars were closed over contract fraud allegations and administrative errors.
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Dad ‘saved daughters from abduction suspect’ by Matt Ford
A SPANISH dad claims he saved his daughters from a man matching efits released by UK police in the wake of Madeleine McCann’s disappearance. Speaking to local newspaper La Voz de Galicia, the 45-year-old named only as Andres - said an individual resembling the suspected kidnapper entered a hotel bedroom while his daughters, aged five and 13, slept during a 2001 holiday. And when the e-fit images were released internationally 12 years later, he immediately recognised the man pictured. “I don’t know if that man kidnapped Madeleine, but for me he is the man who tried to take my daughters,” he said. Madeleine McCann was three when she vanished from her holiday apartment bed in Praia da Luz on Portugal’s Algarve while her parents Gerry and Kate were out for dinner on May 3, 2007. Her whereabouts remain unknown
ONGOING PROBE: Madeleine McCann and (inset) e-fits of her alleged kidnapper. and an 11-year probe remains ongoing. Andres recalled how his family
had been driving through Portugal and decided to stay the night at a small hotel in the central town of
Prades. He said that a man in his mid-40’s complemented him and his wife on their ‘beautiful daughters’ as they checked in. The girls were sleeping in a separate room, and he believes the man was the only other guest. In the middle of the night, his eldest called her father to ask if he had just been inside their room. He had not, but decided to stay in the girls’ room to reassure them, and he says the man returned a few minutes later, replying that “he had come to check on the children” when confronted. “Even today, I don’t know how he managed to escape, he was slippery like an eel,” he added. And when he complained to reception he was told that the man was “a regular guest who likes children but doesn’t hurt them.” He also claims he was quizzed by investigators from Spain’s National Police and the UK’s Scotland Yard, but that they never came back to him.
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NEWS EXTRA Environment plans passed TORREVIEJA councillors have approved extra measures to protect the Molino del Agua Natural Park, including expanding the area covered by the site by an additional 18.5 hectares of dunes and beaches.
Yacht race AROUND 40 boats are set to sail into the Bay of Mazarron for the eighth annual Bahia de Mazarron Regatta formed of two races on Saturday and Sunday.
Speed stats GUARDIA CIVIL traffic officers working on a special road operation to catch speeding drivers have caught 467 drivers breaking regulations, with several Murcia City councils also participating in the effort.
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by Karl Smallman and Matt Ford POLICE are probing the death of a British expatriate teenager on the Costa del Sol. It comes after the lifeless body of 17-year-old Kieran O’Brien was found after a six-day search. The hunt had been extended to cover all of Malaga Province, with relatives in the UK contacted after he vanished from his family home in Alhaurin el Grande. Investigators believe that he may have committed suicide, according to reports. A Guardia Civil police helicopter was last Thursday seen combing the area inland from the coast. He was eventually located around 9pm close to the Casa del Guardamontes, a well-known hiking spot in the mountain foothills behind the town. Psychologists are reportedly talking to his class-
HEARTBREAKING: The Casa del Guardamontes and (inset) Kieran O’Brien. mates in the wake of his discovery. Family friend Sandie Ashing told the Euro Weekly News: “Reports that a body has been found on the mountain are true. “We were praying it wasn’t him.” “But his dad just messaged me and confirmed. “I have no words.”
She added: “As I am sure you can imagine his family and friends are devastated. “They thank everyone for sharing the posts, and searching in person. “Thank you to all media who have been very supportive. “Please give his family and friends time to grieve. RIP Kieran.”
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Copper cocks-app Fake sickness ruse rumbled By Karl Smallman THE wheels well and truly came off police constable Nicholas Corbett’s bike after a
mobile phone app showed he was on a biking holiday in Mallorca after claiming he was too sick to work. The cycling copper was giv-
en time off due to his bad back in the wake of a car crash in 2014. He had told senior Thames Valley police officers he was unable to ride a bike or sit on aeroplanes for more than 90 minutes. But the policeman was rumbled after his Strava cycling app, which features satellite tracking, showed he was taking part in bike trials on the Spanish holiday island, a twoand-a-half hour flight away. Corbett, 52, was found guilty of gross misconduct by a disciplinary hearing panel. It found he had breached rules relating to honesty and integrity. A force spokesman said: “He claimed he had injured his back during a road traffic collision in 2014 which limited his ability to ride a bicycle. “He also claimed he was unable to board flights which were longer than 90 minutes.” On 13 October last year Mr
ISLE BE THERE: An exercise app proved the downfall of former PC Nicholas Corbett (inset) after he jetted to Mallorca for a cycling holiday while on the sick. Corbett was meant to be on police duty but was texted by his inspector inquiring whether he was going to attend work but responded by referring to his back problem. However, it was discovered that Mr Corbett was on holiday in Mallorca, Spain, during which he was found to be cycling.
After the holiday, Mr Corbett then deleted his Strava account, which is an app to track exercise. Det Ch Supt Chris Ward, Head of the Professional Standards Department, said: “There is no room in this organisation for somebody who behaves as this former officer has.
“Thankfully the vast majority of our staff are hardworking and dedicated. “Where we become aware of someone behaving in this way we will be relentless in carrying out a thorough investigation. “We would have sacked him if he had not already quit the force.”
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OH BUOY: The Strait of Gibraltar plot was busted in a joint operation (inset).
Strait racket Jet ski gang charged €4k per head
A MOROCCAN people smuggling gang that transported migrants across the Strait of Gibraltar on highpowered jet skis has been foiled. The journey reportedly took just half an hour and cost passengers €4,000 each. Spanish police said in a
statement that each trip saw between one and three migrants make the 14-kilometre crossing. They would then be transported elsewhere in Spain, France or Italy using fake documents, often to meet relatives already resident in the European Union. Investigators from the
Guardia Civil and National Police collaborated with Europol on the sting, with 19 Moroccan nationals arrested in Almeria. More than 11.5 kilos of hashish and €15,000 in cash was seized during raids on seven properties, with the culprits also suspected of drug trafficking.
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Public sex ban Council measures urge decency
AL FRESCO NO NO: Lugo Council is set to outlaw outdoor nooky. A SPANISH city is planning to tidy up its image with a raft of measures that could see couples caught ‘getting it on’ in cars in public spaces slapped with a big fine. ‘Sexual relations or obscene acts inside vehicles in public spaces’ will be prohibited and offenders could be handed fines of up to €3,000. In addition the council plans to make it illegal to ‘offer or negotiate’ sexual ser-
vices on the street. The city council in Lugo in Galicia is also expected to approve new legislation that will prohibit defecation, urination and spitting on the street, especially around monuments. The proposed fines for these offences will range from €750 to €1,500. Regulations will also be introduced so that if a car alarm on a vehicle parked on a public road sounds for
more than three minutes it can be towed away by a municipal tow truck. Measur es ar e al so planned to reduce noise pollution problems - particularly between neighbours - in homes where music, shouting, singing or dragging furniture are constantly recorded. The new proposals will be vot ed on at t he next council meeting.
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Brit mum says ghost plagued break By Matt Ford A BRITISH mum-of-three believes her family were haunted by a ghost in Spain after the spectre appeared in two of her holiday snaps. Tracey Edwardson, 45, jetted to Salou on Cataluña’s Costa Dorada with children Jack, Madison and Adam. And she was left shocked after her sister uploaded the pictures when they arrived back to the UK, claiming that the family were cursed by supernatural
THE body of an 86-yearold man has been found following a forest fire in Spain. Firefighters who tackled the blaze at Yeste, Albacete found the victim’s remains
SPOOKY SQUEEZE: Four mysterious fingers appear behind Tracey’s daughter Madison.
events throughout the trip. In one photo a creepy hand can be seen emerging from be-
Man dies in blaze while battling the flames. It is believed the elderly
HAIR-RAISING: A ghostly apparition looms behind Madison, left, and friend Niamh. hind her daughter, while a second shot shows a chilling figure lurking behind Madison
man had been burning pruned branches but the fire got out of hand and quickly spread. The fire was first reported at 1pm and extinguished at around 4.30pm.
and a friend. Tracey exclusively told The Sun newspaper: “We didn’t see anything at the time, but there were some really weird things happening on that holiday. “It wasn’t until my sister was uploading the photographs that we could see a silhouette in the background and then we saw the picture of the hand. “You can actually see that Madison had false nails on, but
the extra hand had no nails at all - it is just bizarre. “Everyone I’ve shown the picture to has tried to bend their arm back - but you just can’t do it.” And she added: “On several occasions the doorbell would ring, but you’d run to the door and there was never anyone there. “We were in an apartment, up a few flights of stairs, so it was very odd. “Another night, the children ran into the front room complaining that they could hear people whispering, and I said: ‘don’t be silly, it will be next door’ but then we checked and there wasn’t anyone next door.” She concluded: “I’m convinced it was a ghost, along with the other things that were happening.
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NEWS EXTRA Held over break-in A MAN was arrested by National Police after allegedly being caught inside a garage by officers before vaulting several fences then later speeding towards police in a car in an attempt to escape.
Partner ‘hit’ A MAN who allegedly punched his partner in the face and made off with an envelope was arrested after an off-duty police officer found the woman on the roadside with a black eye.
Drugs seized A 25-YEAR-OLD and 45year-old have been arrested after National Police raided a drugs sale point in the Las Seiscientas area of Cartagena.
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FAREWELL: Naval personnel attended the retirement ceremony in Cartagena.
Navy ship retires by Joe Gerrard NAVAL officers and sailors have bid farewell to the patrol boat Cazadora in a ceremony at Spain’s naval base in Cartagena. The Discovery-class ship, launched in October 1978, was retired at the Juan de Borbon dockyard in the city last Thursday. The Cazadora was the fifth Discovery class ship and it
entered service in July 1981. Its 36 years at sea saw it and its crew of almost 1,500 spend more than 3,500 days on operations which included visits to 80 ports in 25 countries. The ship was originally launched as a corvette. It was later deployed in the Persian Gulf on surveillance and blockade duties during the war sparked by Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait in 1991.
It undertook several more national and international missions before being refitted as a patrol boat in 2004. The Cazadora was also sent to perform maritime observations and a security role in West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea in 2011. It was the third ship named Cazadora. The first was destroyed in Havana in 1779 and the second was in service until 1797.
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FOOD POISONING: The mussels are believed to come from Galicia.
by Joe Gerrard MURCIA’S public health authorities have found more than 3,000 kilograms of frozen mussels in the region after a warning was issued following the poisoning of tourists in Valencia. Jose Carlos Vicente, the region’s director of public health, said batches of the product, believed to be responsible for 39 food poisoning cases, were found in the region. Mussels were uncovered in five wholesale companies in Murcia, but so far there have been no illnesses recorded due to them in the region, he added.
Shell shock Spain’s Food Safety agency Aecosan issued their alert after two holidaymakers were taken to hospital with suspected food poisoning. They are believed to have eaten the Estrella Polar brand at a hotel on the Arenal beach in Xabia. Tests carried out after the tourists fell ill found there were traces of the GI and GII norovirus in stool samples. Health authorities in Galicia, where the mussels are believed to have come from, said other batches of mussels had been
shipped to Murcia and regions across the country. These include Andalucia, the Balearic Islands, Cataluña, Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y Leon, the Basque Country, Extremadura, Galicia, Madrid, Navarra and Valencia. Vicente said authorities had not ruled out further poisoning cases coming to light from people cooking and eating the mussels in their homes. Aecosan issued a warning for anyone who had bought them to avoid eating them.
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By Matt Ford THE former King of Spain’s cousin is locked in a bitter legal battle with his reality TV star daughter over the sale of a legendary Leonardo da Vinci painting. Polish-Spanish aristocrat Prince Adam Karol Czartoryski, 78, who was born in Spain where he grew up with maternal first cousin King Juan Carlos I, received an estimated €97.6 million in a bargain fire sale of the family’s private art collection. But his British-born daughter and former model Princess Tamara Czartoryska, 40, claims she was asked to sign paperwork allowing him to liquidate a foundation responsible for the artworks to the Polish state at a knock-down price. The body’s board reportedly resigned in protest at the deal and the princess says her father later transferred the proceeds of the sale to a private Swiss bank account. She moves in the same social circle as Princes William and Harry and appeared on a number of reality TV shows in the mid-2000s - including Channel 4’s The Games and Sky One’s Cirque de Celebrité while appearing as the face of
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CUT-PRICE DEAL: Prince Czartoryski, left, and Polish deputy PM Piotr Glinski on the day that the private art collection was sold. GOLDEN EGG: Da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine is one of only four known paintings of women by the Renaissance artist.
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GLOVES ARE OFF: Former model Princess Tamara appeared on a number of TV shows, including a charity boxing match in 2005.
tanning products firm Fake Bake. And she has now instructed lawyers to challenge the liquidation of the Czartoryski Foundation, formed by her ancestor Princess Izabela in 1801. The collection, worth an estimated €2.3 billion, included a library of 250,000 manuscripts, with letters by Casanova and music by Chopin among them, plus 86,000 artworks of which the most famous was Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine. Polish deputy prime minister Piotr Glinski said at the time of the sale that the €97.6 million his government paid was “way below the market price” and that it should be viewed as a “donation.” The money now lies in a private Swiss account belonging to a new private institution, the Le Jour Viendra Foundation, which is registered in Liechtenstein. The princess told The Daily Mail: “The Leonardo was the golden egg but the whole collection was incredible. “It was in a family museum [in Krakow] which was opened to the public. It was meant to be saved for future generations. Legally it shouldn’t have been sold.”
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Brit Ambassador receives medal
ALL SMILES: Simon Manley receives his award in Malaga.
By Karl Smallman SIMON MANLEY, the British Ambassador to Spain, was awarded a medal to recognise his work as a ‘great promoter of relations’ between the UK and Spain.
He was presented with the golden shield by the provincial government of Malaga to mark the ‘Day of the Province’ in a glittering ceremony. A 50-year-old father of three, Mr Manley became Ambassador to Spain in October 2013.
He joined the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in 1990 before working his way up through the ranks. Malaga’s provincial council also recognised the work of other individuals, businesses and charities for their contribution to causes in the province.
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Terror group disarms ETA hands over weapons to France By Joe Gerrard BASQUE nationalist terror group ETA has handed in several cases of weapons and am-
munition to police in southern France, according to a legal official from the area. Samuel Vuelta Simon, a prosecutor based in Bayonne,
said authorities had been contacted by email to tell them a cache of arms had been left at a location there. Bayonne lies in the French Basque Country. Sources close to police reported in the media that they recovered four cases containing 20 handguns, several hundred rounds of ammunition and a detonator cable. The haul was found in open air in the city centre, the source added. The source said 200 fake registration places and materials which could be used to steal cars were also discovered by authorities. The news comes as the ETA prepares to dissolve itself in the first weeks of May at an event in southern France. The move follows months of internal debates among the group’s leadership and members over winding up its operations and several declarations on ending activities. It also comes as the ETA asked for forgiveness over the
HIDDEN CACHE: French authorities were received a tip off about the stash of weapons in Bayonne. deaths of civilians and others not directly involved in their struggle for Basque independence during their operations. “We want to show respect for the dead, those injured and the victims of ETA actions. We truly apologise,” the group said. The apology drew criticism from Spanish politicians and terrorism victim associations. One such group, the Victims of
Terrorism Association (AVT) said the apology was an attempt to ‘whitewash’ the ETA’s past. The ETA, or Euskadi Ta Askatasuna (Basque Homeland and Liberty), was established in 1959 in the Basque region of northern Spain and southern France. It morphed from a group promoting Basque culture, language and traditions into a
paramilitary organisation dedicated to achieving independence for the region by violent means. Several countries have listed the group as a terrorist organisation and more than 820 people, including 340 civilians, were killed during its attacks. More than 300 of its members are in prison in Spain, France and elsewhere.
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Eurochange changes location
BIGGER, BRIGHTER, BETTER: The new Eurochange office in La Zenia. EUOCHANGE has recently upgraded their location and moved their currency exchange office in La Zenia. However, they have not moved far and are now located on the same street in the old Wishing Well. The move allows them to continue to offer their full range of ser-
vices in new confortable surroundings, which are more modern and much more spacious. In the near future they intend to introduce even more new services, such as money transfers. They invite you to go and visit them at Calle Maestro Torralba 1, Local 10, La Zenia.
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NEWS EXTRA Stabber sentenced JUDGES have handed a provisional sentence to a suspect who allegedly stabbed a Chilean man to death on the night of Murcia’s Easter harvest celebrations, local media reports.
Fewer jobs THERE were 9,100 more registered unemployed people in Murcia during the first quarter, 7.47 per cent up on last year’s figure, according to the Labor Force Survey.
Tunnel tender MURCIA’S high speed train corporation will put to tender tunnelling projects worth €320 million at Murcia del Carmen, Barriomar and Nonduermas stations in June to prepare for superfast trains, said Madrid.
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A child’s best friend START-UP company Aisoy has developed a robot that harnesses artificial intelligence to help in the treatment of childhood disorders. Aisoy Robotics has been working on the project since 2009, optimising new engineering techniques to revolutionise education. The robot Aisoy1 KiK is a ground-breaking model that has been designed to focus on people with autism or brain damage. There are actually three models available on the company’s website: KIK-A, KIK-E and KIK-O, costing €299. More than 1,500 units of the initial Aisoy1 version have already been sold, and Aisoy1 KIK is expected to reach more than 2,000 families and professionals before the end of the year. The products are sold in the European Union, the United States and Canada, all markets that are well established in robotics. According to Aisoy’s
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RELATABLE ROBOTS: The innovative devices may become instrumental for many children. founder and CEO Jose Manuel del Rio, the robot allows a novel way of communication with “children who are difficult to access emotionally,” as they offer a simpler, non-threatening approach. It is believed that the children are able to share their feelings easier with the Aisoy1 devices, which can enter into their circle of trust.
The socially intelligent machines are based on Raspberry Pi 3 technology and include software developed to improve cognitive, emotional and social skills. Through the emotional operating system Airos, the child learns to program, perform tasks and ignite his/her imagination through interaction with the robot.
Dialogue is programmed into the robot, enabling it to talk with children and act as a ‘revolutionary mentor,’ understanding their unique personalities and reacting to them in a personalised way. Aisoy’s vision is to bring these social robots into day-today life for all who need them, and these talented engineers are on course to do just that.
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Strike threat FIVE unions representing Ryanair cabin crew across Europe have given the low-cost airline a deadline to adopt national employment laws for all their workers or face industrial action during the summer. Unions from Portugal, Spain, Belgium and Italy were present at a meeting in Lisbon and their demands include Ryanair respecting national legislation where cabin crew are based and applying the same work conditions for all workers. In a joint statement the unions said, “If Ryanair fails to comply with these terms, the undersigned unions will initiate all the statutory and legal procedures to call a coordinated industrial action, including the use of strike action, during summer 2018.” The unions have given the Irish carrier a June 30 deadline to comply.
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MASONS & MABS: Duncan Robert Mitchell, Beverley Thomson, Garry Sandlan and Peter Kent.
New cancer respite centre opens LAST week saw the official opening of the MABS cancer charity respite centre in Urbanisation Camposol. The charity purchased the old doctors’ centre in Camposol at the beginning of the year, and with the help of contractors and many volunteers they have converted the building into a respite centre for those suffering from all types of cancer.
The centre will also be used as a drop in for those seeking advice. On the lower level there are storage facilitities for all of their specialist equipment and fundraising articles. The Provincial Grand Lodge of Murcia has proudly supported this most needed facility and has generously paid for an air conditioning system throughout the building, the specialised sanitary
fittings in the two wet rooms and articles of specialised furniture, amounting to â‚Ź5,800. Duncan Robert Mitchell of the Provincial Grand Lodge, stated they were pleased to have been able to assist and speed up the opening of this centre. The Provincial Grand Lodge of Murcia intends to continue to support this charity and others in the years to come.
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BENEFICIAL FRIENDS: Joan Sugden, Joyce Lee and Bob Gush enjoying the sunshine.
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We do like to be beside the seaside VOLUNTEERS and beneficiaries of Age Concern recently enjoyed a lovely coach trip to Mazarron Port. They enjoyed a lovely day which included a stroll along the quayside, a bus trip around the town and a visit to Camposol Golf Club. Age Concern regularly organise day trips, especially for their many beneficiaries. The only criteria is that you are over 50 years old. If you are interested in becoming a beneficiary, pop into their centre at Calle Paganini, La Siesta any morning between 10am and 1.30pm. Information is available at the centre about all their events, activities, welfare support and mobility aids. Age Concern would also love to hear from you if you are interested in becoming a volunteer for this highly respected charity and reap the rewards of satisfaction for a worthwhile cause.
DONATION: Alejandra Espi receives the cheque from John Fagg.
Oh yes they did good! THE Rojales Pantomime Group recently made a donation to the town hall of Los Montesinos. The money was raised from various fundraising activities during their recent performances of Pantomime, Ali Baba and The Forty Thieves. All three were staged at the School of Music and Culture in Los Montesinos at the beginning of the year. In total they have raised over €3,000.
The town hall has allocated €500 for food tickets to be distributed by social services to people in need in the municipality of Los Montesinos. A further €400 has also been donated to the School of Music and Culture’s Youth Band for them to purchase instruments. The remainder of the money will be presented to other organisations in the coming weeks.
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A legion of poets
PRIZE POETS: Chris Wyatt, Neil Pavitt, Carol Wealleans, Chris Pedley and Peter Broadbent. MEMBERS of the Hondón Valley Branch of the Royal British Legion met recently to gather and watch footage from a Pathé Newsreel of the Great Pilgrimage of 1928. The footage was of Veterans from the First World War and War Widows visiting the battlefields of the Somme and Ypres before marching to the Menin Gate on August 8. This year, two members will represent the Branch for
GP 90 (Great Pilgrimage 90 years on). This will be the biggest TRBL membership event for a generation. Following this video, members were entertained with the recital of poems written by members in recognition of World Poetry Day. The poems varied in nature and were emotional, funny and thoughtful. The poem voted as the members’ favourite was written by Chris Pedley.
Each winner was given a notebook in order to write more poems! All the poems are available on the branch website at www.britishlegion. org.uk/branches/hondon-val ley. An Armed Forces background is not necessary to take part in Legion activities so for more information about the Branch events, please contact the secretary on hondonval ley.secretary@rbl.community or call 676 451 780.
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Helping children with cancer Murcia Region). T h e D ire c to r o f A FAC M U R , J o s e M a ria n o F e rn a n d e z G a rc ia , v is it e d HELP’s offices in Los Alca z a re s to rec e iv e the
cheque from the organisation’s President, Christine Baillie. AFACMUR is the second charity in the Murcia region to receive a donation from
funds raised during 2017 by HELP. The charity provides practical help and support to the families of children who are living with cancer. They offer psychological
assistance and work with the parents as well as with other support services and educational projects. The organisation looks after 40 to 45 children every
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HELP Murcia Mar Menor recently presented a cheque for €3,000 to the children’s cancer charity AFACMUR (Association of Families of Children with Cancer in the
year and heavily relies on financial assistance from t he f am i l i es and f r om fundraising activities. The €3,000 whi ch was donated by HELP will go towards completing a play area on the roof of Arrixaca Hospital. This will provide a safe, clean and secure area for the children undergoing treatment and allow them to get away from the rigours of hospital life and play like ordinary children for a few hours each day. For more information on t he m any ser vi ces t hat AFACMUR provides visit www.afacmur.org. For information on HELP, please visit their offices in Los Alcazares or call 968 570 059.
HELPING HANDS: Jose Mariano Fernandez Garcia receives the cheque from Christine Baillie and Janneke Chambers.
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PURRING JAGS: Bonnets raised for inspection in the town square. MEMBERS of the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club of Costa Blanca recently drove their 25 big jaguar cats, happily purring away, to the Vega Bajo del Segura area of Alicante to meet and display their Jaguars. The JEC had been given permission to park in the town square of Daya Vieja, arriving there through the streets by police escort. Once parked in the square, owners opened their bonnets
to take part in the best under bonnet competition. This was won by Mr Arthur Willies who was presented with his prize along with a certificate by the club’s president Mr Michael Brook. Following this, a total of 53 members made their way to th e R es ta u ran t C as a Campisano where they sat d o w n to a d e lic io u s m e a l overlooking the town square and the display of parked Jaguars.
Credit: Sandra Brook
Credit: Sandra Brook
Jaguars galore
FIRST PLACE: Arthur Willies was awarded first place. JEC members also generously raised â‚Ź350 in spons ors hip mone y for D ia na Cotterill in aid of Cancer R e s e a rc h U K . D ia na ha s volunte e re d to ha ve he r lovely hair shaved off, her husband and Dennis Wilson w ill ha ve the ir ha ir a nd be a rd dye d pink for the same cause. This ha ir-ra z ing e ve nt will take place tomorrow (Friday) at Hondon de los Frailes.
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S WEDEN
French kiss
Adios Avicci
PRESIDENT MACRON visited President Trump on his first state visit to the US last week, mixing climate change and Iran nuclear deal talks with an array of kisses and caresses, report media.
Valls - whose father is Catalan - is considering running for Barcelona mayor as a candidate for centre-right Ciudadanos, who also scorn Catalan independence, reports suggest.
Border block FAR-RIGHT French activists have tried to stop migrants crossing the snowy Col de l’Echelle pass near the Italian border, leading interior minister - Gérard Collomb - to pledge to reinforce security.
Mayor abroad
Frosty welcome THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY has passed a tough new measure to imprison illegal immigrants for a year and shorten asylum applications, revealing splits in President Emmanuel Macron’s young centrist party.
LOVESTRUCK: President Trump and President Macron have shown a strong bond since they first met.
FRANCE’S ex-Prime Minister Manuel
G ERMANY
Must cross THE Bavaria’s government has ordered crosses in all state buildings as
Mystery massacre SCIENCE journal Antiquity has revealed a 1,500-year-old mass grave with scores of massacred villagers whose riches were left ‘untouched’ on Sandby Borg, an island-fort off Sweden’s southeast coast.
Thanks Sweden EXPERTS say Sweden will be a key go-between during Trump’s upcoming visit to North Korea given that the US has no diplomatic links with the communist regime.
E-road first SWEDISH firm ERoadArlanda has built the world’s first vehicle charging ‘smart road’ which runs for two kilometres outside Stockholm and aims to avoid worsening climate change and pollution, said media.
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Inspiring Sky
Billion-aid FOREIGN MINISTER Heiko Mass reminded the world ‘13 million Syrians rely on humanitarian aid,’ after Berlin stepped up support with a further €1 billion to Syria and refugee host countries.
AVICCI - one of the decade’s biggest music artists - has died aged-28 in Oman this week but royal police said there was “no criminal suspicion” behind the death.
EUROPEAN PRESS
Premier Markus Söder said they mark a ‘clear avowal of our Bavarian identity and Christian values,’ ahead of elections.
Music off GERMANY’S biggest music prize ‘Echo’ is being axed after its brand was ‘badly damaged’ by awarding an allegedly anti-Semitic rap-duo its top
prize, said the Music Industry Association (BVMI).
German glee A SURVEY from the European Union health commission revealed that 90 per cent of Germans consider themselves ‘happy people,’ making its population one of the Europe’s merriest.
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B ELGIUM
Cyclists down
Salah jailed
MORE cyclists than motorists were killed in traffic accidents for the first time in 2017, which may be due to an ebike craze among pensioners, it was reported.
BELGIUM’S highest court has sentenced Salah Abdeslam the last surviving suspect of the 2015 Paris attacks - to 20 years in prison for attempted murder of a Brussels policemen in March 2016.
‘Fake’ attack RUSSIA wants 17 healthy Syrians filmed dying in an apparent gas-attack in Douma to visit the Netherlands to prove the gassing was a sham, said Russia’s chemical weapons council ambassador.
Speedy bin GAUME district police have deployed a €50,000 speed camera disguised as a dustbin and are expecting a ‘large increase’ in offences along roads near the French border.
Cyber bust
Rest in peace
A FIVE-COUNTRY Dutch and British-led operation shut down a website reportedly behind four million cyber-attacks - including of major banks - by raiding addresses and seizing servers, Britain’s National Crime Agency said.
BELGIAN cyclist Michael Goolaerts’ funeral was held in his home-town - Heist-Op-Den-Berg - last week after he died from a heart attack in the classic Paris-Roubaix race on April 8 aged 23.
Quids-in
Happy pills
ALMOST all regions saw economic growth last year, the best performers were Eindover and Almere which grew 4.9 per cent year-on-year thanks to business services success.
A COUPLE in Baton Rouge, Louisiana have been arrested after receiving a package filled with 991 doses of ecstasy from an unknown Belgian address, said the Sherriff’s office.
A SKY news documentary showing h ow pl ast i c wast e ki l l ed a whale has inspired 150 people to clean a stretch of the country’s 60,000- m i l e coast l i ne near Bergen in Norway’s southwest.
Last bastion NORWAY has topped this year’s World Press Freedom Index for the second year running confirming Scandinavia’s success in bucking a global trend which is shrinking journalists’ breathing space.
Immigrant cool LAST year saw the largest-ever proportional fall in immigration with 8,600 fewer people entering and followed a dip in Syrian arrivals, according to the country’s official Statistics agency.
Private paradise OVER a hundred international investors have bought plots in a new private city near Kristianstad called Liberstad, whose founders tweeted ‘taxation is theft’ and demand its residents enshrine private property.
D ENMARK
Free Green GREENLAND has elected Kim Kielsen as Prime Minister bringing it closer to independence from Denmark, which would make it one of Europe’s poorest nations, alongside San Marino, media reports.
Killer jailed DANISH inventor Peter Madsen who mutilated and murdered 30year-old Swedish journalist Kim Wall during a short voyage on his home-made submarine - has been handed a life-sentence by Copenhagen City Court.
Cut continues DENMARK’S ruling liberal party overturned a proposal to ban young boys’ circumcision which reportedly scared Jews and Muslims and was led by Lena Nyhus, chair of anti-circumcision group Intact Denmark.
Alerts up CHILD’S rights charity Borns Vilkar are happy with a new report showing an increase in child violence reports as it underlines the importance of ‘alerting the authorities.’
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Goal for Messi in logo conflict BARCELONA’S Lionel Messi has won a landmark case to register himself as a trademark. The European court ruling comes in the wake of a seven-year battle after his original request to use his name on sporting goods was challenged by Spanish cycling firm Massi. But the EU General Court concluded that the Argentinian star who recently overtook Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo to become football’s highest-earning player with annual revenue of €126 million - is too famous to create confusion between the brands.
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net profit announced by Spanish telecommunications giant Telefonica over the first €837 million The business quarter of 2018, a 7.4 year-on-year increase.
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Last orders for teen boozers?
€7 EU visa fee announced BRITISH holidaymakers could have to pay a €7 fee to travel to the European Union (EU) in the wake of Brexit. Plans drawn up by EU ambassadors and signed off this week reveal that visas will remain valid for three years once issued, or until the passport used to register expires. Travellers will be required to provide personal information and details about their recent movements to enter the bloc, as well as answer questions regarding criminal records. The proposed scheme forms part of the EU’s European Travel Information
by Matt Ford and Authorisation System - designed to track down criminals and slash illegal immigration - and will apply to people visiting all 26 Schengen-zone nations from countries that do not currently require a visa. And Britain is expected to be included unless the government is able to secure an exemption, which they will hope to do during the ongoing Brexit negotiations. Should they fail to do so, Britons would have to apply for the document online with background checks per-
PARENTS of underage drinkers could be fined under a new Spanish law. The move, proposed in a report by the Mixed Committee on Drug Problems, is among a raft of measures to combat the problem of young people drinking on the streets, commonly dubbed botellon. According to the study, new penalties should be ‘geared toward education,’ but if parents are negligent and there exists ‘evident risk to the minor’ then additional sanctions could be applied.
formed prior to approval under a system similar to the ESTA procedure currently employed by the United States. UK Prime Minister Theresa May has not yet said how the government plans to manage EU nationals travelling to Britain. It comes as ministers have reportedly been left furious after the EU said the UK’s role in the €10.3 billion Galileo satellite-navigation system would be downgraded post-Brexit. The UK has spent €1.4 billion on the project, and is now considering plans to launch its own rival.
‘ out Madrid leader Quote of the Week
It does not register in the human head that a person who has fled can be president of Cataluña from so far away.” Spanish government spokesperson Iñigo Mendez de Vigo dismisses exiled Carles Puigdemont’s new leadership bid.
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Life in the fast lane SPANISH infrastructure multinational Ferrovial has announced an additional €236m investment in the M8 service contract operated by subsidiary Amey, which is embroiled in a long-running legal dispute with Birmingham City Council over the quality of maintenance work.
Pump jump SHAMED: Cristina Ciguentes during her resignation press conference and (inset) a still from the damning video. MADRID’S regional president, Cristina Cifuentes, has quit amid shoplifting allegations. Already under fire for allegedly faking her Master’s degree, the conservative Popular Party (PP) politician said she was bringing forward her resignation. She said: “As a consequence of today’s news I decided to advance my decision to leave the Madrid Community Presidency.” It follows the emergence of
damning security camera footage from 2011 which appears to show her handing over items worth €40, including an anti-ageing cream, to a supermarket security guard. Police allegedly did not take the incident further after recognising her. Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is waiting for the latest scandal to hit his party to ‘settle’ before appointing a replacement by the second week in May, according to government sources.
THE price of fuel in Spain has rocketed to its highest level since 2014 - with unleaded at €1.26 per litre and diesel €1.17 - due to a global increase in the cost of crude oil, and is expected to rise even further in the near future, industry experts say.
Winging it SPAIN’S flag-carrier airline Iberia is to reduce prices of its ‘basic’ long-haul fares - those that do not include check-in baggage or a seat selection service by at least €40 per ticket to compete with new low-cost rivals.
Utilities’ row goes public SPANISH public electricity firm Iberdrola is embroiled in a spat with Italian rival Enel. The firms locked horns as they bid to gain control of Brazil’s Eletropaulo, the South American nation’s biggest power company. And in a letter to the European Commission, Iberdrola claimed Enel - 23.6 per cent of which is state-owned - is creating unfair competition.
“It is critical that the European Commission... prevents any member state from passing legislation, adopting policies and taking measures that favour state-controlled companies and... distort the level playing field,” it said. Enel - which eight years ago seized control of Spanish utility Endesa in a €39 billion deal - described the claims as ‘quite surprising.’
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Lloyds Banking Group ORD 65.10 London Stock Exchange Grp 4,346.50 Micro Focus International 1,305.00 Mediclinic International 686.80 Marks & Spencer Group 287.00 Mondi 2,040.00 Melrose 230.00 Morrison (Wm) Supermarkets 242.00 National Grid 840.00 NMC Health 3,488.00 Next 5,245.00 Old Mutual Group 245.00 Paddy Power Betfair 7,115.00 Prudential 1,832.50 Persimmon 2,840.00 Pearson 815.00 Reckitt Benckiser Group 5,540.00 Royal Bank of Scotland Group 265.00 Royal Dutch Shell 2,470.00 Royal Dutch Shell 2,530.00 RELX 1,538.50 Rio Tinto 3,900.00 Royal Mail 521.70 Rolls-Royce Group 840.00 Randgold Resources 5,800.00 RSA Insurance Group 654.50 Rentokil Initial 258.80 Sainsbury (J) 268.00 Schroders 3,497.50 Sage Group (The) 641.00 Segro 647.00 Shire 3,875.00 Smurfit Kappa Group 3,050.00 Sky 1,317.50 Standard Life Aberdeen 374.75 Smith (DS) 525.40 Smiths Group 1,590.00 Scottish Mortgage Invstmnt Trst 477.50 Smith & Nephew 1,375.00 SSE 1,339.00 Standard Chartered 739.15 St James's Place 1,090.75 Severn Trent 1,905.00 Tesco 237.75 TUI AG 1,639.50 Taylor Wimpey 197.60 Unilever 3,997.50 United Utilities Group 722.50 Vodafone Group 209.25 WPP Group 1,137.50 Whitbread 4,050.00
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Some disappointing inflation figures forecasts of a May rate hike. Looking ahead, next month’s BoE meeting is likely to be a flash point for GBP, with the bank’s decision on whether to raise interest rates likely to dictate the underlying strength of the pound over the coming months.
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Euro EUR/GBP: Unmoved at £0.87 EUR/USD: Up from $1.23 to $1.21 The European Central Bank (ECB) was once again a key driver in euro movement over the last few weeks as markets sought to learn more about the bank’s plans to wind down its stimulus programme. This saw the euro move lower against most of its peers as the ECB voted to leave monetary policy unaltered again in April. Some disappointing inflation figures also weighed on the single currency this month, as they signalled the ECB’s current path is unlikely to change for some time to come. The focus for EUR investors over the coming month is likely to be an expected dip in the Eurozone’s first quarter GDP and whether the latest economic data points to a further moderation in growth during the second quarter.
EURO MOVEMENT: The European Central Bank was once again a key driver. Pound GBP/EUR: Up from €1.13 to €1.14 GBP/USD: Down from $1.41 to $1.39 The pound skyrocketed at the start of April as it was buoyed by expectations that the Bank of England (BoE) was gearing up to raise interest rates in May. However, Sterling was brought crashing back
down to earth in the second half of the month as it appeared this speculation may have been a little overblown. Investors fled the pound in droves as some weaker-than-expected inflation figures and BoE Governor Mark Carney’s comments that he was ‘conscious of other meetings later in the year’ caused many analysts to revise their
US Dollar USD/GBP: Up from £0.70 to £0.71 USD/EUR: Down from €0.80 to €0.82 The US dollar was seen in a negative light at the start of this month, with many investors shunning USD as Donald Trump traded barbs with Moscow over an alleged chemical weapons attack in Syria. The US dollar didn’t stay down for long however, with the US currency enjoying a major resurgence towards the end of April as rising inflation helped to bolster expectations of a more aggressive path of monetary tightening from the Federal Reserve. This, in turn, helped US treasury yields break past 3 per cent and prompted investors to flock back to USD. There is potential for the US dollar to continue to push higher in May should the Fed chose to strike a more bullish tone in its upcoming policy meeting.
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Adventures with ‘Rick the Roo Boy’ LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT
GREAT excitement is now building in the Leaps residence. In less than three weeks time the ol’ boy’s musical is finally being workshopped in Australia. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to attend personally, but my extremely talented co-writer is there and will oversee the whole thing, including a video, so I shall certainly be party to the next best thing. The presentation is semi-biographical and, along with my books, will we hope, finally put a cork in the mouths of those nasty individuals who think they have somehow gained a major scoop by gleefully ‘revealing’ that I once received a custodial sentence in the courts. Something that has been well and truly in the public domain for the last 45 years! Somewhat ironical that my debut offering should be in a country founded by convicts! I actually have some great memories from this glorious ‘down under’ country. My two record releases, which reached number one and number five respectively, allowed me to enjoy two separate tours of this magnificent land. One of my funniest experiences occurred on
NO WORRIES! Great memories down under. one of these memorable visits. I had been in the country for only a short time, when I was invited on a local radio show. During the programme I stated, somewhat humorously, that I had been in the country over a week and hadn't yet seen one kangaroo! The next minute the phone rang in the studio. A broad, heavily-accented Australian voice, then proceeded to inform us that he was, ‘Rick the
Roo Boy’ and could show me ‘all the kangaroos I wanted’. Midst much banter and laughter; a vague (as I thought) arrangement was made for us to meet at some time in the future. Cut now to the hotel we were appearing in. The band and I had been given a suite and four separate bedrooms in the same hotel! At this point, I think the high jinks that subsequently ensued can be confidently left to
everyone’s imagination! A couple of weeks later, after a particularly marathon session, we had all collapsed at somewhere around 6am. As my extremely ‘weary’ head hit the pillow there came a loud banging on the door. Groaningly I hauled myself up and staggered to the ‘spyhole.’ I simply couldn’t believe my eyes. Standing in the corridor was the manifestation of every ethnic cartoon character of an Aussie you could possibly imagine. A sinewy deeply suntanned figure, clad from head to foot in leather and tassels and topped by (and I kid you not) your classic Stetson surround by actual dangling corks! Gleefully enthusiastic he was holding up some sort of bewhiskered rat to the spyhole. “Hi there,” he shouted, no doubt seeing my shadow. “I’m Rick the Roo Boy, are you ready?” Oh my God! I simply couldn’t believe it. Was I ready? Frankly I have never been less ready for anything in my life. With a mouth as arid as an Arabian desert and a tongue of recently cured leather I somehow managed to croak out a mumbled request for him to ‘hold on’. And that’s where I’m afraid I have to leave it. Did I make it? Tune in next week. Meantime. Keep the Faith. Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com
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Good news for holidaymakers Until the introduction of the holiday rental licence laws in various regions of Spain, the unregulated industry was like the Wild West by Nicola Erlich SINCE 2015, all holiday rental properties in the Comunidad Valenciana must be fully licensed according to the rental licensing laws. The government is clamping down and issuing fines to owners of unlicensed properties that are rented out to holidaymakers, as well as advertising channels that market them. In order to obtain a licence, the rental property must meet the technical requirements and standards based on whether the property is categorised as Standard, Primary or Superior with features such as air conditioning, swimming pool, parking and internet access amongst the requirements for the Primary and Superior categories. The licensing law in Valencia, which differs from other regions in Spain, aims to regularise the holiday rental industry which has grown in popularity with both domestic and international tourists over the years. Holidaymakers can now expect their accommodation to meet a standard of quality, size and fittings as well as regulation safety measures such as a fitted smoke alarm,
WEBINAR: Get GDPR-ready for the holiday season. evacuation plan and emergency contact numbers. Spain-Holiday.com is the leading holiday rental website in Spain with nearly 3,000 holiday
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Earlier this year, Spain-Holiday.com made the decision to remove properties that had not obtained a licence with the Valencian government and now offers 100 per cent fully licensed properties in the Valencia region and the Costa Blanca as well as Cataluña. Jannich Petersen, CEO of Spain-Holiday.com explains the decision. “Ensuring that our home owners are fully compliant with the various differing licensing laws in Spain is challenging but over the long term we welcome the regularisation of the holiday rental industry so that holidaymakers know that when they book accommodation in Spain they can expect to stay in quality accommodation and have a memorable holiday in Spain.” Spain-Holiday.com offers support and help to its homeowners in order to obtain their holiday rental licence. All properties marketed on the website have passed stringent quality and security checks and must have a licence registration number which is displayed on the advert.
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Who's Doing the Dishes? Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Bachelorette Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show Take Me Out You've Been Framed! You've Been Framed! Two and a Half Men Superstore Family Guy Family Guy Celebrity Juice Family Guy Family Guy American Dad!
3:30am Teleshopping 7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Heartbeat 8:55am The Royal 10:00am Judge Judy 10:30am Judge Judy 10:55am Judge Judy 11:25am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:30pm The Royal 2:35pm Heartbeat 3:40pm Classic Coronation Street 4:15pm Classic Coronation Street 4:50pm On the Buses 5:20pm On the Buses 5:55pm You're Only Young Twice 6:25pm George and Mildred 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Vera 11:00pm Lewis 1:05am Agatha Christie's Marple 3:00am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping
7:00am The Chase 7:50am Pawn Stars Reality series. The team examines a 1956 Chevy drag racing car and Corey shocks Rick and the Old Man when he tells them about a job offer from another shop. 8:10am Pawn Stars 8:30am Ironside 9:30am Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Live 1:45pm Cash Cowboys 2:45pm Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Live 7:45pm World Cup Top Goalscorers 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Highlights 10:00pm For Your Eyes Only 11:30pm FYI Daily 11:35pm For Your Eyes Only 12:40am Swordfish 1:40am FYI Daily 1:45am Swordfish 2:45am River Monsters 3:40am ITV4 Nightscreen 4:00am Teleshopping
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9:00am How I Met Your Mother 10:00am New Girl 11:00am 2 Broke Girls 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 1:00pm The Goldbergs 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm How I Met Your Mother 3:30pm How I Met Your Mother 4:00pm New Girl 5:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:00pm The Goldbergs 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Extreme Cake Makers 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm Young Sheldon 10:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 10:30pm Let's Get Physical 11:00pm The Inbetweeners 11:35pm The Windsors 12:10am The Big Bang Theory 12:40am The Big Bang Theory
11:00am Premier League Daily 12:00pm Sky Sports Daily 1:00pm Live PGA Tour Featured Groups The featured groups from day one of the 2018 Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Golf Club. 4:00pm Indian Premier League Kolkata Knight Riders meet Chennai Super Kings at Eden Gardens in the Indian Premier League. 8:00pm Live Premier League Darts 11:00pm JD Ringside: The Countdown
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6:00am Rampage: Special 6:30am Avengers: Infinity War Part. 1: Special 7:00am Happy Birthday, Toby Simpson A straight-laced suit heads to a music festival in a bid to retrieve his stolen phone and wallet, but instead finds a new world of possibilities. Romantic comedydrama. 8:35am Where's the Money 10:15am Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie 12:00pm Girls Trip 2:10pm Austin Found 4:10pm Happy Birthday, Toby Simpson 5:45pm Where's the Money 7:20pm Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie 9:00pm Girls Trip 11:10pm Austin Found 1:10am Brawl in Cell Block 99 3:35am Top Ten Show, the 2018 3:50am After the Storm
10:00am Scottish Cup Greatest Games 10:30am La Liga Greatest Games 11:00am Revista de la Liga 11:30am La Liga World 12:00pm One2eleven 12:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 1:00pm Championship Season Reviews 2:00pm La Liga Icons 3:00pm Championship Season Reviews 4:00pm Football's Greatest 4:30pm Football's Greatest Teams 5:00pm Championship Season Reviews 6:00pm Football Years 6:30pm Football Countdowns 7:00pm Championship Season Reviews 8:00pm EFL Matters 8:30pm EFL Greatest Games 9:00pm Football's Greatest 10:00pm Championship Season Reviews 11:00pm The Debate - Live 12:00am La Liga Show 12:30am EFL Matters 1:00am La Liga Show
Armageddon Behind Enemy Lines Saving Private Ryan Xxx: Return of Xander Cage 4:30pm Bad Boys II 7:00pm Behind Enemy Lines 9:00pm Saving Private Ryan 12:00am Xxx: Return of Xander Cage 2:00am Bad Boys II 4:30am Broken Arrow
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7:30am A1: Britain's Longest Road 8:15am Rip Off Britain 9:00am Antiques Roadshow 10:00am BBC Newsroom Live 11:00am Snooker 1:00pm Election 2018 2:00pm Snooker 4:00pm Election 2018 5:30pm Snooker 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Britain in Bloom 8:00pm Snooker 10:00pm Syria: The World's War 11:00pm Episodes 11:30pm Newsnight 12:05am Front Row Late 12:35am World Championship Snooker Highlights 1:25am Easy Money 3:20am Panorama 3:50am Civilisations 4:50am The Assassination of Gianni Versace American Crime Story 5:45am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.
4:55am This is BBC Four 8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm BBC Young Musician 2018 10:00pm The Jazz Ambassadors 11:30pm Latin Music USA 12:30am Kings of Rock and Roll A journey back to the 1950s for a look at the wildest pop music of all time in a film that tells the stories of Bill Haley, Elvis Presley, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis and Buddy Holly, giants from an era when pop music really was mad, bad and dangerous to know. 1:30am Stunning Soloists at the BBC 2:30am Latin Music USA 3:30am Kings of Rock and Roll 4:30am This is BBC Four
7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Tenable 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Love Your Garden 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Lethal Weapon 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm The Keith and Paddy Picture Show 12:10am Through the Keyhole 1:10am Jackpot247 4:00am Take on the Twisters 4:50am ITV Nightscreen
8:10am Who's Doing the Dishes? 8:55am Emmerdale 9:25am Emmerdale 9:55am You've Been Framed! 10:25am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am The Bachelorette 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed! 2:45pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:35pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:50pm Take Me Out 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Superstore 10:00pm Hercules 12:00am Family Guy 12:30am Family Guy 12:55am American Dad! 1:30am American Dad! 1:55am The Cleveland Show
7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Heartbeat 9:00am The Royal 10:00am Judge Judy 10:30am Judge Judy 11:00am Judge Judy 11:25am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:30pm The Royal 2:35pm Heartbeat 3:40pm Classic Coronation Street 4:15pm Classic Coronation Street 4:45pm On the Buses 5:20pm On the Buses 5:50pm You're Only Young Twice 6:20pm George and Mildred 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple 11:00pm The Syndicate 12:05am Les Dawson: An Audience with That Never Was
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11:00am Birth of the Dragon 12:45pm Top Ten Show, the 2018 1:00pm The Mummy 3:00pm Ghost in the Shell 5:00pm Top Ten Show, the 2018 5:15pm Monster Trucks 7:15pm Birth of the Dragon 9:00pm The Mummy 11:00pm Desperado 1:00am Ghost in the Shell
9:00am How I Met Your Mother 10:00am New Girl 11:00am 2 Broke Girls 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 1:00pm The Goldbergs 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm How I Met Your Mother 4:00pm New Girl 5:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:00pm The Goldbergs 6:30pm The Goldbergs 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Extreme Cake Makers 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Magic Mike 12:15am The Big Bang Theory 12:40am The Big Bang Theory 1:10am Tattoo Fixers 2:15am Gogglebox 3:20am First Dates 4:15am Rude Tube 5:10am 2 Broke Girls 5:30am 2 Broke Girls 5:55am Couples Come Dine with Me
11:30am Rugby Gold 11:40am Rugby Union Chiefs take on Jaguares at Rotorua International Stadium in Rotorua in Super Rugby. 1:30pm Live PGA Tour Featured Groups The featured groups from day two of the 2018 Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Golf Club 4:00pm Indian Premier League Kings XI Punjab take on Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. 8:30pm Football Brighton and Hove Albion take on Manchester United at the Amex Stadium in the Premier League. 11:15pm Premier League Greatest Games 11:30pm Jd Ringside: The Weigh in
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5:45am This is BBC Two 7:15am David Attenbrough's Natural Curiosities 7:40am Naomi's Nightmares of Nature 8:10am The Pets Factor 8:30am Dengineers 9:00am Absolute Genius: Monster Builds 9:30am Beyond Bionic 10:00am Robot Wars 11:00am Snooker 2:10pm Top of the Shop with Tom Kerridge 3:10pm Top of the Shop with Tom Kerridge 4:10pm Love in the Countryside 5:10pm Snooker 7:00pm World's Most Extraordinary Homes 8:00pm Dad's Army 8:30pm Snooker 11:00pm Kajaki - The True Story 12:40am Michael Palin: A Life on Screen 1:40am Easy Money II: Hard to Kill 3:15am This is BBC Two
4:30am This is BBC Four 8:00pm Nature's Epic Journeys 9:00pm Wild Burma: Nature's Lost Kingdom The story of a race against time to help preserve the untouched forests of Burma 10:00pm Salamander: Blood Diamonds 10:45pm Salamander: Blood Diamonds 11:35pm Land of the Lost Wolves 12:35am Top of the Pops Mike Read and Steve Wright present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 23 May 1985 1:05am An Evening with Glen Campbell 2:25am Nature's Epic Journeys 3:25am Wild Burma: Nature's Lost Kingdom
8:10am King of Queens 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Frasier 11:30am The Big Bang Theory 12:55pm The Simpsons 1:25pm The Simpsons 1:55pm The Simpsons 2:25pm Come Dine with Me 3:25pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 4:25pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 5:30pm Collection Hunters 6:35pm The Secret Life of the Zoo 7:30pm Channel 4 News 8:00pm The Restoration Man 9:00pm Britain's Most Historic Towns 10:00pm Zoolander 2 12:00am Ride Along 1:50am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 2:40am Hollyoaks Omnibus 4:50am Come Dine Champion of Champions 5:45am Gok's Fill Your House for Free
7:00am Milkshake! 11:05am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:40am The Gadget Show 12:30pm Police Interceptors 1:25pm Police Interceptors 2:25pm Police Interceptors 3:25pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 4:20pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 5:20pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 6:20pm Bad Tenants, Rogue Landlords 7:15pm 5 News 7:20pm Rich House, Poor House 8:20pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 9:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 10:15pm Secrets of Tutankhamun's Treasures 11:10pm The Great Rameses: New Evidence Revealed 12:10am Football on 5
7:55am Couples Come Dine with Me 8:55am Made in Chelsea 10:00am Don't Tell the Bride Ireland 11:00am Animals United 1:00pm The Goldbergs 1:30pm The Goldbergs 2:00pm The Goldbergs 2:30pm The Goldbergs 3:00pm The Goldbergs 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 4:00pm Young Sheldon 4:30pm Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm The Transporter 11:50pm Gogglebox 12:55am The Inbetweeners 1:30am The Inbetweeners 2:00am Tattoo Fixers 3:05am Rude Tube 4:05am Gogglebox 5:00am How I Met Your Mother
Rugby Union Waratahs take on Blues at the Allianz Stadium in Super Rugby. 8:50am Rugby Shorts Relive a classic match from the 2017 British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand. 9:00am Info not available 10:00am Info not available 11:00am Soccer A.M. 12:30pm Football Stoke City meet Crystal Palace at the bet365 Stadium in the Premier League. 4:15pm Pro 14 Play-Offs A match from the Guinness Pro14 Play-offs. 6:30pm Live League One Final Day 9:00pm Football 9:55pm Football Los Angeles FC take on FC Dallas at the Banc of California Stadium in Major League Soccer.
8:00am Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures 8:25am The Tom and Jerry Show 8:30am Teen Titans Go! 8:45am Adventure Time 9:00am Thunderbirds are Go 9:25am ITV News 9:30am Zoe Ball on Saturday 10:25am Saturday Morning with James Martin 12:20pm Invitation to a Royal Wedding 1:20pm ITV Lunchtime News 1:30pm This Time Next Year 2:30pm ITV Racing: Live From Newmarket 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV Evening News 7:15pm Regional News and Weather 7:30pm Ninja Warrior UK 8:30pm Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule 9:00pm Britain's Got Talent 10:15pm To be Announced 11:20pm ITV News 11:35pm Sex and the City 2
7:15am Emmerdale Omnibus 9:40am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:35pm Britain's Got More Talent 1:35pm Ninja Warrior UK 2:40pm Babe 3:40pm FYI Daily 3:45pm Babe 4:30pm Twister 5:30pm FYI Daily 5:35pm Twister 6:40pm The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 7:40pm FYI Daily 7:45pm The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 10:15pm Britain's Got More Talent 11:15pm Celebrity Juice 12:05am Family Guy 12:35am Family Guy 1:30am American Dad! 2:30am Plebs 2:55am Celebability 3:40am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records
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4:00am Teleshopping 7:00am Football's Greatest: Bobby Charlton 7:15am Minder 8:05am Motorsport UK 8:55am British Touring Car Championship Highlights 10:30am ITV Racing: The Opening Show 11:30am Pawn Stars 11:55am Pawn Stars 12:20pm Cycling 12:55pm Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Highlights 2:00pm Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Live 7:00pm Pawn Stars 7:30pm Pawn Stars 8:00pm The Motorbike Show 9:00pm Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Highlights 10:00pm Heartbreak Ridge 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm Heartbreak Ridge 12:45am The Fugitive 1:45am FYI Daily 1:50am The Fugitive 3:20am The Protectors 3:45am ITV4 Nightscreen
2:00pm Fast and Furious 8 4:30pm Top Ten Show, the 2018 4:45pm Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows 6:45pm Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge 9:00pm Alien: Covenant 11:15pm Fast and Furious 8 1:35am Beverly Hills Cop
5:00am After the Storm 7:00am Happy Birthday, Toby Simpson 8:35am Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie 10:10am Girls Trip 12:15pm Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Youngster Greg hatches a plot to reroute a family road trip towards a videogame convention. 1:50pm Dunkirk 3:40pm Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie 5:15pm Girls Trip 7:20pm Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul 9:00pm Dunkirk 11:00pm Brawl in Cell Block 99 1:15am Where's the Money 2:50am Austin Found 4:50am After the Storm
6:00am Football's Greatest 6:30am Football's Greatest Teams 7:00am Championship Season Reviews 8:00am Championship Season Reviews 9:00am Championship Season Reviews 10:00am Championship Season Reviews 11:00am Soccer A.M. 12:30pm SPFL Matters 1:00pm Football 3:30pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 4:00pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 4:15pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 6:15pm Live League One Final Day 9:00pm Football 9:55pm Football 12:00am Football's Greatest 12:30am La Liga Icons 12:45am La Liga Icons 1:00am League 4:00am Football Years 4:30am Football Countdowns
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The Big Questions Sunday Politics Bargain Hunt BBC News Weather for the Week Ahead Escape to the Country Money for Nothing Britain's Fat Fight with Hugh FearnleyWhittingstall Points of View Songs of Praise Britain's Best Home Cook BBC News Regional News Weather Big Painting Challenge Countryfile Antiques Roadshow The Woman in White BBC News Regional News Weather Match of the Day 2 Reggie Yates' Extreme UK
7:05am Coast 7:35am Glorious Gardens 8:20am Life in a Cottage Garden with Carol Klein 8:50am Countryfile 9:45am The Beechgrove Garden 10:15am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 11:45am Spring Kitchen with Tom Kerridge 12:30pm Lorraine Pascale: How to be a Better Cook 1:00pm MOTD2 Extra 1:30pm Equestrian 3:00pm Snooker 6:30pm Equestrian: Badminton Horse Trials - Showjumping 7:00pm Athletics 8:00pm Snooker 12:00am Famalam 12:20am Live at the Apollo 1:05am Easy Money III: Life Deluxe 3:05am Question Time 4:05am Holby City 5:05am This is BBC Two
8:00pm Only Connect Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the series where knowledge will only take you so far. 8:30pm Civilisations Stories Treasure of the Bronze Age 9:00pm Dancing in the Blitz: How WW2 Made British Ballet 10:00pm Ballet's Dark Knight Sir Kenneth Macmillan 11:00pm Michael Clark's to a Simple, Rock 'N' Roll... Song. 11:55pm Duet 12:00am Rich Hall's California Stars 1:30am Science and Islam 2:30am Dancing in the Blitz: How WW2 Made British Ballet 3:30am Ballet's Dark Knight Sir Kenneth Macmillan
8:05am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:55am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:25am Eat the Week with Iceland 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast 2:30pm The Simpsons 3:00pm The Simpsons 3:30pm Megamind 5:25pm Location, Location, Location 6:30pm Channel 4 News 7:00pm Escape to the Chateau 8:00pm The Crystal Maze 9:00pm Bake Off: The Professionals 10:00pm Homeland 11:15pm Tabula Rasa 12:15am Transporter 3 2:10am Rustom 4:40am Mobil 1 the Grid 5:05am Gillette World Sport 5:35am Kirstie's Vintage Gems 5:50am Gok's Fill Your House for Free
8:30am Teen Titans Go! 8:45am Adventure Time 9:00am The Haunted Hathaways 9:25am ITV News 9:30am Zoe Ball on Sunday 10:25am Love Your Garden 11:00am Peston on Sunday 12:00pm Britain's Got Talent 1:15pm Britain's Got More Talent 2:15pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:30pm ITV Racing: Live From Newmarket 5:00pm Ninja Warrior UK 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule 7:30pm ITV Evening News 7:45pm Regional News and Weather 8:00pm Little Big Shots 9:00pm The Durrells 10:00pm Info not available 11:05pm ITV News 11:20pm Peston on Sunday 12:20am The Royal Wives of Windsor 1:15am Jackpot247 4:00am Motorsport UK
7:00am The Planet's Funniest Animals 7:10am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:35am Emmerdale Omnibus 10:10am Coronation Street Omnibus 1:00pm You've Been Framed! 2:00pm Celebrity Catchphrase 3:05pm Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams 4:05pm FYI Daily 4:10pm Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams 4:55pm Britain's Got Talent 6:10pm Britain's Got More Talent 7:10pm The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 8:10pm FYI Daily 8:15pm The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 11:00pm Family Guy 12:00am Family Guy
8:45am Heartbeat 9:50am Heartbeat 10:50am Columbo Classic murder mystery with the ever-dishevelled detective. 12:50pm Agatha Christie's Marple 2:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple Agatha Christie's crime thrillers featuring the author's spinster sleuth Miss Jane Marple. 4:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 7:00pm Lewis 9:00pm Sunday Night at the Palladium 10:00pm Midsomer Murders 12:00am Wire in the Blood 1:05am Wire in the Blood 2:10am Blue Murder 3:25am Liverpool 1 4:20am Road to Avonlea 5:05am Road to Avonlea 5:55am George and Mildred
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House Doctor Wildlife SOS Nick's Quest Milkshake! Great Birmingham Run 2018 Make You Laugh Out Loud Ace Ventura: Pet Detective Pets Make You Laugh Out Loud Cats Make You Laugh Out Loud Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever! 5 News The Adele Story Britain's Favourite Abba Songs Eurovision's Greatest Hits When Eurovision Goes Horribly Wrong Football on 5 Criminals Caught on Camera Super Casino The Yorkshire Vet Tribal Teens... Here Comes Trouble
7:00am Hollyoaks Omnibus 9:20am Made in Chelsea 10:25am Couples Come Dine with Me 11:25am Couples Come Dine with Me 12:30pm The Goldbergs 1:00pm The Goldbergs 1:30pm The Goldbergs 2:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:30pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm The Big Bang Theory 4:30pm The Big Bang Theory 5:00pm The Big Bang Theory 5:30pm Evolution 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm Young Sheldon 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 11:00pm The Inbetweeners 11:35pm The Inbetweeners 12:10am Magic Mike 2:25am The Big Bang Theory 2:55am The Big Bang Theory 3:25am Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
10:30am The Sunday Supplement Neil Ashton hosts a discussion on the week's major football stories, joined by leading football journalists to give their opinion on all the latest news. 12:00pm Info not available 1:00pm Live Championship Final Day 3:30pm Live Nissan Super Sunday Champions Manchester City take on Huddersfield Town at the Etihad in the Premier League. 4:30pm Live Nissan Super Sunday Chelsea meet Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League 8:00pm World Cup Watch 8:30pm Live La Liga 2017/18 11:00pm Football 11:30pm Football
8:45am Anaconda 10:20am Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 12:35pm John Wick: Chapter Two 2:45pm The Hurricane Heist 4:35pm The Accountant 6:45pm Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 9:00pm John Wick: Chapter Two 11:15pm The Hurricane Heist
4:50am After the Storm 7:00am Happy Birthday, Toby Simpson 8:40am Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie 10:15am Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul 12:00pm Dunkirk 1:50pm My Cousin Rachel 3:40pm Girls Trip 5:45pm Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie 7:20pm Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul 9:00pm Dunkirk 10:50pm My Cousin Rachel 12:45am Brawl in Cell Block 99 Gritty behind-bars thriller about a former boxer blackmailed into performing a prison hit by a ruthless drug kingpin. 3:05am Where's the Money 4:35am Austin Found
8:00am EFL Goals: League One and League Two 8:30am EFL Greatest Games 8:45am EFL Greatest Games 9:00am Championship Season Reviews 10:00am EFL Goals: League One and League Two 10:30am Sunday Supplement 12:00pm Info not available 1:00pm Live Championship Final Day 4:00pm La Liga Greatest Games 4:10pm Live La Liga 2017/18 6:15pm La Liga Greatest Games 6:25pm Live La Liga 2017/18 8:30pm Live La Liga 2017/18 11:00pm Football 1:05am EFL Goals: Championship 1:35am EFL Goals: League One and League Two 2:05am One2eleven 2:15am One2eleven 2:30am SPFL Greatest Games 3:00am EFL Goals: Championship
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11:55am Top Ten Show, the 2018 12:10pm Planes, Trains and Automobiles 1:50pm Roxanne 3:45pm Going in Style 5:30pm Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy 7:15pm Planes, Trains and Automobiles 9:00pm Roxanne 11:00pm Going in Style 12:40am Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
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TV COUCH CRITIC by Adam Whalley-Lewis IF ratings are anything to go by, Coronation Street (ITV) is going from strength to strength with over nine million of us currently tuning in to watch Phelan and Eileen doing what they do. As far as I am concerned the impossible-to-bump-off Phelan is only one reason to venture over the cobbles. Recent storylines have been grippingly hard hitting, with David’s rape and Bethany being groomed to name just two. The show has a new star in Kayla Westbrook (played by Mollie Winnard) who has started work as a waiter at Speed Daal and who delivers ‘the shock of the Soaps’ when Zeedan tells Kayla that he thinks his all too distant wife might still have feelings for him. #weallsawthatcoming. Kayla is apparently going to cause trouble for Craig and Bethany. I can’t wait. Channel 5 checked us in to British Airways on Tuesday evening with a look back at the last 100 years of passenger flying. Don’t write in, but I think the forerunners of BA first took
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EILEEN AND PAT: Just one of Corrie’s hard-hitting storylines. THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW: This week’s shameless pluggers included (l-r) Orlando Bloom, Tamsin Greig, Stephen Merchant and SuRie. to the air in 1919. Guess looking back at the last 99 years doesn’t have the same ring as a centenary though; this was a factual look back at the early days of passenger air travel when passengers were a much more hardy breed than the social media obsessed travellers of today who tweet about their world falling apart if their flight
is delayed by a few minutes or if there isn’t a chicken or fish choice on the inflight menu. Back then there weren’t any onboard toilets. Tweet that. Concorde fans will want to catch the final part of this two-part documentary on Tuesday on Channel 5. Graham Norton continues to attract big name stars to his BBC1 Friday
night show. Last week Orlando Bloom was granted an audience with Graham to shamelessly plug his West End play, comedian Stephen Merchant blatantly plugged his voice over of the new Sherlock Gnomes animation and SuRie plugged (sang) the UK entry in the Eurovision Song Contest. Publicising yourself on prime-time TV, nice work if you can get it. This week Graham plays host (by which I mean provides a self-serving publicity platform) to funny man Stephen Man-
gan, who is plugging his new black comedy Hang Ups and Hollywood star Amy Schumer who talks endlessly about her new movie. At least there is only a small risk of anything Eurovision this week. Tricks of the Restaurant Trade returned to Channel 4 on Monday. I’m new to this show so pictured dirty kitchens, small portions and low quality ingredients. You can imagine my delight when Simon Rimmer met the squeaky clean researchers from a well-known coffee chain and Adam Pearson waded around non-descript High Streets with lovely, clean, bottled water. Although I’m pleased there were no dirty kitchens, I’m not sure I’m hooked. I guess my question about the show is - why? We all know chain coffee shops are a corporate machine and bottled water is just, well, ‘agua en una botella’ and probably doesn’t merit a key slot in the schedule, even on a Monday, on Channel 4. In shock Britain’s Got Talent news, David Walliams has a different chair to the other judges because of a back injury, thank goodness for the clarification ITV. Happy Viewing.
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10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A1: Britain's Longest Road 12:45pm The Housing Enforcers 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:15pm Regional News 2:25pm Weather 2:30pm 800 Words 3:15pm Escape to the Country 4:15pm Garden Rescue 5:00pm Flipping Profit 5:45pm Flog It! 6:45pm Pointless 7:30pm BBC News 7:45pm Regional News 7:55pm Weather 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Would I Lie to You? 10:00pm The Woman in White 11:00pm Peter Kay's Car Share Unscripted 11:30pm BBC News 11:50pm Regional News 11:55pm Weather
7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:45pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm Regional News and Weather 3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Tenable 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Paul O'grady: For the Love of Dogs 7:30pm Regional News and Weather 7:45pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Give it a Year 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Info not available 11:00pm ITV News 11:20pm Britain's Busiest Airport - Heathrow 11:45pm The Royal Wives of Windsor 12:45am Info not available
5:05am This is BBC Two 7:00am Flog It! 7:30am A1: Britain's Longest Road 8:15am Rip Off Britain 9:00am Nature's Weirdest Events 10:00am Tinker Bell and the 11:10am Kung Fu Panda: The Kaboom of Doom 12:30pm Jungle Animal Hospital: Natural World 1:30pm Plan it, Build it 2:00pm Britain's Biggest War Ship 3:00pm Snooker 7:00pm Great British Railway Journeys 7:30pm Eggheads 8:00pm Snooker 12:00am Papillon 2:25am Stephen: The Murder That Changed a Nation 3:25am Countryfile 4:20am Murder, Mystery and My Family 5:05am This is BBC Two
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7:00am World Cup Rivalries: Brazil v Italy 7:15am The Chase 8:05am Cash Cowboys 9:00am Ironside 10:00am Cycling: Tour De Yorkshire Highlights 11:00am Pawn Stars 11:30am Lawman 12:30pm FYI Daily 2:35pm Lawman 1:30pm Tobruk 2:35pm FYI Daily 2:40pm Tobruk 3:45pm UEFA European U17 Championship Live 6:00pm Football's Foreign Legion 7:00pm Pawn Stars 7:30pm For Your Eyes Only 8:40pm FYI Daily 8:45pm For Your Eyes Only 10:00pm The Bourne Identity 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm The Bourne Identity 12:20am Renegades 1:20am FYI Daily 1:25am Renegades 2:30am Motorsport UK 3:35am ITV4 Nightscreen
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Cassandra Nash A weekly look - and not entirely impartial reaction to the Spanish political scene
CIUDADANOS have invited a former French prime minister to be their candidate for Barcelona mayoral elections next May. The separatists, needless to say, can’t see the funny side of it although Manuel Valls, prime minister between 2014 and 2016 has a Catalan father and was born in Barcelona. Catalans were puffed with pride when Valls was elevated to the French heights but although he was referred to as Catalan inside the region, in the rest of Spain and outside it he was regarded as Spanish. Now the separatists have changed their tune and, because Valls is opposed to independence and took part in a pro-unity rally in March, they are complaining that a ‘Frenchified’ Spaniard shouldn’t and couldn’t be mayor of Barcelona. Selective patriotism, in other words.
HOW THE MIGHTY VALLS: Manuel Valls seems to have lost favour among Catalan separatists.
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Selective patriotism No numbers to crunch CRISTOBAL MONTORO, Spain’s minister of finance and Hacienda’s taxman, found no evidence that public money was used to organise Cataluña’s unauthorised October 1 independence referendum. The separatist parties insist that the money for the referendum, including the cheapo Chino ballot boxes, came from small donations from pro-independence supporters. Supreme Court judge Pablo Llarena, thinks otherwise and is not prepared to take yes for an answer while Guardia Civil investigators are con-
vinced that the ERC-PDeCat coalition then in power hived off around €1.9 million. Madrid was supervising Cataluña’s account books long before then and took over the regional government’s outgoings in September last year, so if Montoro can’t find the misappropriated funds then they’re not there. He has been getting blood out of a stone since the Partido Popular took over in 2011, and this is the minister who with admirable honesty once said that he didn’t go into politics to make people happy. Or, presumably, judges and governments.
A question of judgement XAVIER DOMENECH is the leader of the Cataluña en Comun-Podemos tandem and has to tread a careful path through a minefield of pro-independence ambivalence. In other words keeping Catalan voters happy while not alienating Podemos voters outside the region. He recently told an interviewer that plunging Cataluña into more elections would not help the pro-independence cause and also said neither should the ERC and PDeCat wait to see what happens with former regional president Carles Puigdemont, now bailed in Germany while the
courts decide whether or not to extradite him. Recovering Cataluña’s autonomy and putting an end to judicialisation of regional politics should not depend on a German judge, he said. Or a Spanish one. Interesting that judicialisation is now an everyday word needing no explanation in Spain. But that, of course, is because it only happens in Spain where, it should be mentioned in passing, it does not get results.
Given the putsch IT had to happen sooner or later, given the tensions inside the Podemos party. Sidelined founder member Carolina Bescansa suggested to equally sidelined Iñigo Errejon that they
An ill wind POST-BREXIT, the EU’s operational HQ in Northwood will move to Spain’s Rota naval base. Relocating will involve a €1.5 million investment and half of the 95 staff members will be Spanish. Comforting to know that Brexit will at least bring benefits to some. columnists@euroweeklynews.com
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Who predicted predictive text? The future ain’t what it used to be, says Terence Kennedy TECH FOR THE TIMID AN IBM chairman uttered the IT industry’s most hopeless prediction ever in the 1940’s: ‘I think there is a world market for maybe five computers.’ Oops. Movie mogul Darryl Zanuck thought television was a passing fad. An InfoWorld columnist believed the internet would fizzle out by 1996, a Microsoft executive said Apple was as good as dead in 1997, and Bill Gates insisted we would solve spam by 2006. Prediction is notoriously difficult, especially if it’s about the future. I can’t even predict what socks I’m going to wear. We may not be jet-packing to work (yet), nor commuting to other planets as so many 20th century pundits thought we would by now. But an old tech article re-
POCKET PITA: Predicting the smartphone. cently went viral given the uncanny prescience of its predictions. American science fiction writer David Gerrold actually foresaw smartphones, exactly how they would work, and even how annoying we’d eventually find them.
In a 1999 interview he forecast that his phone would be merged with ‘a pocket organiser, a beeper, a calculator, a digital camera, a pocket tape recorder, a music player and a colour television, all fitting in a box smaller than a deck of cards.’ He went on to predict how it would connect wirelessly and function as a desktop system connecting to full-sized screens, with speech recognition, email, finding restaurants and booking hotels. Like Douglas Adams’ fictional Babelfish, Gerrold’s future wonder could actually translate the world’s languages. With one pioneering exception today’s smartphone doesn’t connect to a keyboard and monitor and hey-presto it’s a desktop computer as he predicted, but give it a few years. Remember that Gerrold’s visionary view was delivered a full eight years before the iPhone launched the smartphone era en-
gulfing us today. And yes, he saw its downsides too. ‘I would call this device a Personal Information Telecommunications Agent, or Pita for short,’ he said. ‘The acronym can also stand for Pain In The Ass, which it’s equally likely to be, because having all that connectivity is going to destroy what’s left of everyone’s privacy.’ No, really? While Gerrold could reveal the future without either a crystalball nor his palm being crossed with silver, it’s astonishing just how many people at the very top of the industry show less prescience than a haddock. Pride of place in the Prediction Hall of Shame absolutely has to go to Digital Equipment Corporation’s chairman Ken Olsen. His spectacularly foolish 1977 prediction: ‘There is no reason anyone would want a computer in their home.’ Yeah, right.
Testing Tesla WHEN it comes to predictions, Serbian visionary Nikola Tesla takes the trophy. Amazingly, he said this nearly a century ago (1926): ‘When wireless is perfectly applied the whole earth will be converted into a huge brain, which in fact it is, all things being particles of a real and rhythmic whole. We shall be able to communicate with one another instantly, irrespective of distance. ‘Not only this, but through television and telephony we shall see and hear one another as perfectly as though we were face to face, despite intervening distances of thousands of miles; and the instruments through which we shall be able to do this will be amazingly simple compared with our present telephone. ‘A man will be able to carry one in his vest pocket.’
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Costa Blanca North - motorhomes’ friend or foe?
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Brexit blues the pros and cons HAVE read the letter from David Warboys and I am slightly confused. He says that ‘What is relevant is that a majority in the UK now favour Remain.’ Have I missed another referendum on the subject or has he interviewed the whole of the UK to come up with this statement? Can he deny that the reasons for the Brexit Leave vote are still there eg the public’s loss of faith with the bloated bureaucracy; the shameful waste of public money in having two Parliaments; the fact of unau-
purchased legally in Spain. There is little chance of parking anywhere overnight in the UK so why
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I HAVE just read the article about respectable motorhome owners by Dave Turrre. We unfortunately support David and Sally’s complaint about ‘free campers.’ I said unfortunate because we used to have a motorhome but are sadly also becoming less tolerant with the amount of motorhomes lining the street. Noticeably taking up available space in car parks. They line the beaches and stand on already eroding seashore land. How do we know? Because we have them parked every winter outside our window. Where do they all put their rubbish? Most of the time in the ‘basura’ street containers, where do they discharge their dirty water? Into the town’s sewerage. Can we remind these people that it is the residents who have to pay Suma for these services? I do agree with Dave on ‘Why do the Spanish town halls not create a designated service area?’ Only then can they enjoy their ‘new found freedom in retirement’ and not at the expense of other retirees who have
PUBLIC MONEY: One of two costly EU Parliament buildings. dited accounts for 12 years; the egotistical behaviour of the so-called officials paid huge amounts of salary but who exist on their outrageous expenses; the abusive power of the ECJ; oh and control of our own borders and fishing areas? Despite that, I am sure that if the public had known we were going to field rank amateurs to negotiate
should they ‘freebie’ it here? Dave states how much investment they have paid for their vans in the UK!
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with the powerful EU band of professional negotiators, then they would have kept the status quo and voted remain. I do not have a particular axe to grind on this, just a deep concern about the abilities of politicians to ever be able to work on behalf of the populace and have any real credibility. John Price, Javea
Maybe Dave thinks because he buys a drink or an occasional meal that this is sufficient, No! They are not the ones
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First ever Ireland to Spain ferry launches Love travelling by ferry rather than flying! Out ye go. Leisure Club Is fighting against the Bay of Biscaya / Atlantic Ocean better than flying?? Johan Sjöberg No Johan. I hated flying and didn’t for 13 years, but a return ferry trip to the UK at Xmas finished me with the Bay of Biscay. Twenty-six hours of torturous seas both ways. Last week I flew to the UK. Three hours! Headphones, duty free mag and a coffee! No comparison. I’m back to aircraft. Maria Mojito
Brits could face €7 postBrexit travel fee I don’t see a problem with this, if you want to travel abroad then pay for the visa. If you go to the States or Canada you need a visa, Turkey you have to put a tenner in your passport to get in. Karon Coates As long as the UK reciprocates the charge! Bit hypocritical considering some areas of Spain impose a tourist (eco) tax. Ray Moody What did they expect? Do they want to be in Europe or not?? Carol Raines
Comments from EWN online Cycling copper with ‘back problem’ caught out This is hilarious, in America we were famous for having people get caught on camera at sporting events they attended while supposedly sick etc or worse yet, being seen on TV with someone other than your spouse. Erik Robinson
What a shame for this couple it’s a sad day when you go for a holiday and scumbags think they have the right to move in and then steal all you’re stuff and the law almost helps them get away with it, makes me mad. Mary Maxwell
Mallorca city to ban tourist lets in flats Absolutely not biting the hand that feeds. It’s about time the tourist hordes were regulated a bit. The prices of rentals are getting outrageous and landlords are getting greedy and turfing people out that live and work in Spain over the summer. I wish they would do it in the Costa Del Sol. Leigh Hobson
Expats’ squatter ordeal goes on
I wish they’d do that here in Malaga! My landlady has told me my rent will go up 100 euros a month as of November so now I’m struggling to find somewhere else to move to. Most places here in Torremolinos are holiday rentals and my boyfriend doesn’t want to leave as this is his town and his teenage sister is buried here. Zara Mária
What an utter shame that this country leaves you completely alone in this matter, running back and forth between the offices until it is too late. Incredible being totally helpless and these leeches just walk away. Peter Sauer
There are plenty of hotels and Airbnbs for the tourists! If there is no accommodation for the locals there is no one to serve the tourists! Rhea Rouw
This is nothing but basic fraud - should lose pension and should pay back unearned salary. Eddie Stanton
who have to live with the vans in view everywhere. This may read as ‘angry’ but believe me as a past motorhome owner I put both sides of the story. A Mitchell, Costa Blanca
Leapy Lee YOU may be my new hero - I’ve recently discovered your weekly contributions to the Euro Weekly News. I love the fact that you tell it like it is - it’s so refreshing - particularly liked the April 12 article about knife crime in the UK and the latest one about Cliff Richards. I’ll definitely be following your articles online now - until we’re back in Spain in the next few weeks and can pick up a copy of the EWN. Keep up the good work! Lorraine, UK
Correos bureaucracy!! I READ with interest your letter in this week’s Euroweekly regarding non-delivery of mail. We have experienced this for the past four years in Mil Palmeras, and yes, sometimes mail gets returned to sender if not collected but more often than not it is just binned! Despite the fact that the postman is here every day and passes my house at the same time every day, they refuse to deliver to the houses, so we decided to get mailboxes for those who requested them. After fighting for four years the Owners Association managed, at long last to get a wall big enough to take over 100 boxes and the town hall put these in place for us. All boxes were numbered and photos taken and the relevant form filled in and delivered to the Correos Sorting Office in Pilar de la Horadada. The Correos have now decided that they do not like the boxes numbered as we have them and they wish them to be numbered down rather than across. It looks like they will not budge on this despite assuring them that the next lot of boxes will be numbered as they request. Is this bureaucracy or just bloody mindedness? Louise A Innes, Mil Palmeras
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Across 1 A right row about list of prices (6) 4 Attempts to contain British social divisions (6) 9 Approve red nose design (7) 10 Cares about farmer's fields (5) 11 Singular stuff? Beat it! (5) 12 Holiest organisation has become unfriendly (7) 13 Logs on differently to say goodbye (2,4) 15 Didn't see fog, it's said (6) 18 Get Ivan to change time of origin (7) 20 Divided country in New York or Eastern seaboard area (5) 23 It concerns Adam's wife and a local official (5) 24 Can eels somehow purify? (7) 25 Some real and authentic component of a carriage (6) 26 Cabinet has to finish on time (6)
empty houses (5) 13 Reveals a mistake to quite a few (7) 14 New leader learnt about the light (7) 16 Where an old writer may take a dip (7)
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17 Young girl hid in Halesowen churchyard (5) 19 Leader of Cub Scouts from Lakeland (5) 21 Ran Kansas classes (5) 22 Proficient in a small department (5)
Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 6 represents M and 9 represents S, so fill in M every time the figure 6 appears and S every time the figure 9 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.
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Down 1 Heard crying in several rows (5) 2 Haggard equestrian? (5) 3 Namer of new supervisor (7) 5 Sounds of approval and pride (5) 6 Chuck and Halle provide fruits (7) 7 Put off temporary school bar (7) 8 Spirit encountered in front of
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Across 1 Every time (4,3) 5 Broad beans (5) 8 Remo (3) 9 Stationer's (9) 10 Ira (de persona) (5) 11 Renacuajo (7) 12 Weapons (5) 14 Neumáticos (de ruedas) (5) 19 To put to bed (7) 21 Agitar (5) 22 Seguro (9) 23 Foot (3) 24 Hornos (5) 25 Hermanas (7)
Down 1 Money or goods contributed to the poor (4) 2 Utter obscenities or profanities (5) 3/18 Act of reducing a salary (3,3) 5 Play (5) 6 Easily chewed, not tough (6) 7 Diurnal bird of prey (6) 11 Examine and correct (6) 12 Bring into existence (6) 14 Form a critical opinion of (5) 15 Teach (5) 16 Resist or confront with resistance (4) 18 See 3
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Down 1 To crash (cars, trains) (6) 2 To manage (business) (7) 3 Steam (5) 4 Shoe (6) 5 Vacaciones (7) 6 Donkey (5) 7 Asustado (6) 13 Authors (7) 15 Ejemplo (7) 16 Pale (person or complexion) (6) 17 Spiders (6) 18 Joyas (6) 20 Western (side, part) (5) 21 Semillas (5)
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1 Bulb, 3 Brothers, 9 Orchard, 10 Recto, 11 Snail, 12 Screen, 14 Oscuro, 16 Urraca, 19 Potato, 21 Cabra, 24 Arena, 25 Earlier, 26 Sostener, 27 Mats.
Down: 1 Bookshop, 2 Lucha, 4 Radish, 5 Tirar, 6 Escuela, 7 Soon, 8 Tailor, 13 Palabras, 15 Cookers, 17 Record, 18 Cohete, 20 Awake, 22 Boina, 23 Saws.
1 Bold, 3 Prisoner, 9 Custard, 10 Began, 11 Shred, 12 Natter, 14 Impure, 16 Pastor, 19 Strain, 21 Casks, 24 Atone, 25 Harbour, 26 Treasure, 27 Blue.
Down: 1 Buckskin, 2 Loser, 4 Rodent, 5 Sabot, 6 Neglect, 7 Rent, 8 Raider, 13 Preserve, 15 Pothole, 17 Accord, 18 Anchor, 20 Abets, 22 Scowl, 23 Halt.
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AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) This is a time to consider finances and keep your options open. Someone who tries to get a fast decision out of you by pushing you into a corner is doing you no favours. You will decide what (if anything) needs to be done when you are good and ready.
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Down: 1 Shelter, 2 Robin, 3 Note, 5 Uncle, 6/18 Tip off, 7 Petty, 11 Serious, 12 Nasal, 14 Plead, 16 Ounce, 17 Lira.
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Keep things simple. Getting involved in other people's problems is not for you at the moment. It may be necessary to delay a decision to give yourself time to think. Could you manage a few days away somewhere? Maybe you could stay with a friend or relative. You need some peace and quiet on your own.
ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Although things are going pretty well, there are some things that could be just a little better organised. The time and money that this saves could be small, but it's the ongoing positive attitude that counts. There have been times recently when you have wondered if your progress on a certain matter would ever start up again.
TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) It is better if you don't get involved in any high profile, high risk business deals. Success is definitely not assured. This is a time for financial consolidation. Count your pennies and see the pounds collecting in the future. On a cold winter’s night it can give a pleasant glow to realise that your action during the hotter months is keeping you warm.
GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Partnerships see you leap ahead on something that was a bit stuck in the mud. A leap in your bank balance follows. Some quick decisions may be called for so it is better to share responsibilities, whatever the outcome. You have a chance to show just how clever you can be, but do it because it gives you personal satisfaction rather than to impress.
solution. Certainly, it will prove less stressful than fighting a losing corner.
LEO (July 24 - August 23) Money is good and this can make you over-confident. Beware bank managers offering loans in large amounts. Nothing is for free and you need to look carefully at interest rates right now. Another, more personal, investment also needs looking at right now.
VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Aim a bit higher than usual and you may be surprised at your success. When seeing the bigger picture, you realise that it is not so daunting after all. If one person can do it, then so can another. It is a matter of how you approach it. What you have to ask yourself this week is why you should accept the minimum when the maximum is so close by.
LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) This should be a great time for your finances. Any glitch is likely to be because you have overspent. Even if things still need close attention, you can win if you concentrate. A bit of plotting and planning can work wonders at the moment. Most of your big expenses are behind you and if you can just tighten that belt a wee bit more.
SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Although things seem fine, this is not a time to overstretch your finances. Spending a lot this week without thought is problematic later. This is a week of shifting and changing and that certainly means your finances. The other area is your social circle, where people come and go, sometimes without warning.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) This is not a particularly lucky week for you, so I would certainly advise caution. Gambling is not recommended. Being clever with money is as much about not spending it as about how you spend it.
CANCER (June 22 - July 23) After a hectic start to the week, things seem to have slowed down. Look carefully at what has happened, but remember that there is no point in worrying over something that you cannot change. Sitting tight and waiting for this period to pass could be the best
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Look at the long-term picture when considering money matters. What seems like a good deal now may not be so a few years down the line. Someone who appears to be telling a lie may simply have either misunderstood or have the wrong information.
QUIZ: IT’S A MAD, MAD WORLD 1. Antananarivo is the capital of which island in the Indian Ocean off the south-eastern coast of Africa, the fourth largest island in the world? 2. By what name was the Indian city of Chennai known until 1995? 3. From the Arabic for ‘school, college’, what name is given to a college for Islamic instruction? 4. Graham McPherson is the real name of the frontman/lead singer of which English ska band from Camden Town, north London, who formed in 1976? 5. Wanda Metropolitano (also known as La Peineta and the Estadio Metropolitano) is the home ground of which Spanish professional football club? 6. What is the name of the American former financier and admitted fraudster who operated the largest Ponzi scheme in world history and the largest financial fraud in US history? Prosecutors
estimated the size of his fraud to be $64.8 billion. 7. What name is given to an unaccompanied song in several parts in counterpoint? 8. Which mountain system in Mexico, extends from the border with the US in the north to the southern border with Guatemala? 9. Which singer/actress starred as Susan Thomas in the 1985 American comedy-drama film Desperately Seeking Susan? 10. Who was the fourth president of the USA? Not a lot of people know that... as of February 2018, Mad (magazine) has published 550 regular issues, as well as hundreds of reprint ‘Specials’, original-material paperbacks, reprint compilation books and other print projects
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Is the EU purposely weaponising the Irish border issue? Nora Johnson
Breaking Views Nora is the author of popular psychological suspense and crime thrillers and a freelance journalist. To comment on any of the issues raised in her column, go to www.euroweeklynews.com/3.0.15/nora-johnson
THE EU’s made it patently clear that it’s not interested in a mutually beneficial relationship with the UK. Repeated reassurances by British ministers that they intend to be the EU’s closest friend have been rebuffed. Brexit negotiations had seemed to be progressing well enough. Officials had apparently finally come to terms regarding outstanding liabilities, the status of each other’s citizens
BORDERLINE: Is May being held back by the Northern Irish border?
and the rolling over of a number of technical accords. But the outright rejection by unelected EU bureaucrats of Britain’s proposals for the Northern Irish border is nauseating. In fact, their suggestion the only way to achieve a frictionless border is for Britain to remain in the customs union - even though Theresa May has made it absolutely clear this isn’t an option - leads many to conclude the EU is weaponising the Irish border solely in order to scupper any Brexit agreement. So ingrained is the EU in its ‘project’ it’s simply unable to consider sensible, rational suggestions to settle the issue. Moreover, it simply isn’t acceptable for the EU to reject Britain’s proposals without offering viable alternatives. As the military strategist
Sun Tzu pointed out centuries ago, the best way to win a battle is for the enemy to decide not to fight because he believes that you are too strong and the best way to lose is to appear weak. Why does Theresa May seem hell-bent on proving Sun Tzu’s views correct? At every turn in these Brexit negotiations she’s appeared weak and undecided, inviting all and sundry in the EU to take pot-shots at the UK. We don’t respond in strength and lose every negotiating battle, fighting from the back foot. We have many strengths but won’t use them. To the EU, we must look like a beaten spouse - no matter how hard they punch and kick and threaten, dinner will still be on the table when they get back from the pub. Nora Johnson’s crime thrillers ‘The Girl in the Red Dress’, ‘No Way Back’, ‘Landscape of Lies’, ‘Retribution’, ‘Soul Stealer’, ‘The De Clerambault Code’ (www.norajohnson.net) from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.99;£0.99) and iBookstore. All profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca charity. columnists@euroweeklynews.com
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LEGALLY SPEAKING Do they pay Spanish tax? My wife and I have lived in Spain for 15 years. We receive a joint old age pension of about €1,300 a month plus two tiny pensions t h a t t o t a l l e s s t h a n € 1 , 0 0 0 a y e a r, w h i c h a re taxed at source in the UK. For this reason we h a v e n o t re g i s t e re d f o r t a x i n S p a i n . I a m 8 0 y e a r s o l d a n d m y w i f e i s 7 6 . We i n t e n d t o s e l l o u r p r o p e r t y, w h i c h i s v a l u e d a t a b o u t €130,000. According to your recent EWN article it appears that we should have registered. Is that correct? J.S. (Costa Blanca) Yes, you should have obt ai ned David Searl t he S1 f orm and You and the Law in Spain changed your tax residency to Spain. Even if you now hold the Certificate of Residence of an EU Citizen in Spain, you are not a tax resident. This is against the rules and it also means that you will be liable for Spanish capital gains tax when you sell your home. If you are tax resident for three years and over 65 years of age, you can be free of capital gains when you sell your principal residence in Spain.
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On the wild side LOVE them or hate them, animal prints just never seem to go out of fashion. Wearing them can bring out the animal in you and turn you into an adventurous beast. The great thing about animal prints is that they suit everyone regardless of age, size or complexion. They are also so versatile and can be worn to different occasions to compliment a range of outfits. You don’t want to look like you’re going to a fancy dress party so p e r h a p s a v o i d a t o p t o t a i l o u t f i t o f a n i m a l p r i n t . Yo u c a n s t i l l achieve the look with an animal print blouse, skirt or even a simple accessory like a belt or clutch. I f y o u w a n t a m o re s u b t l e l o o k , t h e n l i n e t h e i n t e r i o r o f y o u r clothes with this print. A brief Marylyn Monroe breeze will show off your animalistic side, allowing you to purr like a pussycat or roar like a lioness in public. And don’t restrict yourself to just clothes. Cover your cushions in lion print or, if you’re feeling particularly courageous, lay down some zebra print carpets or rugs. Take the lion by the mane and don’t be afraid to experiment with your wild side. PURR LIKE A PUSSY: Animal prints never seem to go out of fashion.
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Frictionless thighs on you AS things steam up outside, now is the time of year to fold your tights away into the bottom drawer until autumn. However, with the donning of summer dresses and the baring of legs, the heat of the sun can cause some unwelcome and unpleasant chaffing. This rubbing of skin-onskin is often unavoidable as most women’s inner thighs do touch. However, it can be painful so remedies must be found to alleviate any discomfort. S o m e s w e a r b y Va s e l i n e but a cheap and cheerful solution is to use roll-on deodorant. Yes, the very same one you
have at home and use for your underarms. Of course, the fact that roll-on deodorant will stop you from sweating is no great news. But, this deodorant will also act as a lubricant, and will even continue to work once it’s dry. Save your tired legs from chaffing, allowing you to enjoy your fashion to the full.
NO SWEAT: Use some roll-on deodorant to lubricate your thighs.
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Suitable swim shorts REGARDLESS of your body shape you’ll want to be body confident on the beach and feel comfortable in your swim shorts. So, whether you’re a man who’s tall and thin, short and stocky, or somewhere in between, this advice will help you choose the pair that’s best suited for you. Tall men should choose swim shorts that end right above the knee. This length of short will draw attention away from your height and keep things in proportion. For shorter men, select a mid-thigh length as they will make your legs look longer. If you’ve been working out, now is the time to really show off those muscles. Don’t be afraid to wear revealing shorts which are short and tight. After all, you didn’t spend all those hours in the gym for nothing. Men who carry a few extra pounds around their midriff can feel less confident about their legs. If this is the case, select a longer pair of shorts as these can offer you some cover-up. If you’re more confident, go for a mid-thigh fit. At the other end of the spectrum, less well-built gentleman should opt for a pair of shorts with about a six-inch inseam. Anything longer and you might look like you’re drowning in them. For men of an average build, go for a pair of shorts which feature a narrower cut and a shorter leg. Selecting a pair that has an adjustable waistline will let you hide any hint of your love handles. Once you’ve donned the right pair, get down to the beach and enjoy the sun.
STRUTTING YOUR STUFF: Get the right pair for the beach.
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MENTAL FITNESS: Exercise the body to improve the brain.
A healthy mind in a healthy body YOGA has no hidden side or disadvantages. And it is something you can incorporate into your daily routine no matter how old you are. Why? Because yoga is a global discipline that benefits your body, mind and emotions. It is the perfect activity to enable you to fa c e the da y a he a d or w ind down from the day just over. It is the path to inner peace. Practising yoga improves your vitality, and that makes the whole organism
work according to what medicine calls homeostasis or perfect harmony. In addition to this, yoga strengthens muscles, increasing their elasticity and expanding joint movement. Yoga’s most immediate and obvious effect is that it counteracts the effects of anxiety and stress, and increases energy. It also calms the mind down and allows you to manage your thoughts better. An orderly mind is a more creative mind with a greater capacity to
concentrate and to relax. This is the key to sleeping at night with a deep and restful sleep. With yoga, everyone can achieve greater flexibility, agility and strength. So why not start yoga today and get rid of stress, improve sexual relationships and connect with nature. The practice offers something for everyone and you can do it from the comfort of your own home‌ or even on the beach.
A right royal recommendation WITH the welcome news of the Duchess of Cambridge’s new addition to the royal family, there is no better moment to take stock about what positive steps you can take to stay healthy during your own pregnancy. The most important thing is your nutrition. During pregnancy, feeding must be more complete, varied and balanced to guarantee the health of you and your future baby. During this period, women must provide for the extra energy, proteins, vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates that the baby demands for its proper development. You should not drink alcohol when pregnant as this reaches the baby through the placenta and can cause damage to its physical and mental development. Studies have proven that babies from women who drink during pregnancy weigh less at birth, grow more slowly and present congenital problems. During your pregnancy you must also eat less foods which are high in calories, such as sweets, pastries, sausages, fatty meats, sugary drinks, butter and margarine. On the other hand, you should eat more vegetables, fruits, eggs, low-fat dairy, bread, rice, pasta, fish and lean meats. From the second half of your pregnancy, you will need to increase your energy intake by up
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to 300 extra calories per day. Pregnant women must also drink more liquids, such as water, infusions, broths, unsweetened fruit juices and soft drinks. If you follow these nutritional recommendations during pregnancy, in addition to taking the advice of your gynaecologist, you will enjoy a healthy pregnancy and ensure the health of your future baby.
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BACK in the early 1980’s a troupe of performers decided that they wanted to do something different and set their minds to revolutionising circus. Taking small steps, they showed their skills juggling, dancing, fire breathing and playing music to an ever-increasing audience in a small town near to Quebec City in Canada. With the 450th anniversary of the discovery of Canada, the group led by Guy Laliberte decided to undertake a tour of that country incorporating circus arts (without animals) and a mixture of spectacular dance, lighting and music. It was called Cirque du Soleil as ‘the sun symbolises youth energy and strength’ according to the founder. The success of the tour inspired the team to expand to take in America and in 1987 their ‘we reinvent the circus’ show was an instant success in Las Vegas and other parts of the southern USA. From there, the next stop was Europe and a constant stream of tours incorporating some of the most gifted athletes and performers in the world presenting a whole range of different shows playing to huge crowds all year round. The Cirque du Soleil brings their brand
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TRAMPOLINE PERFORMANCE: The sparks of life. new ‘totem’ show, which is described as a journey into the evolution of mankind, to Alicante City for a month from July 20 in the arena at the Rabasa fairground. The show follows the human species from original amphibian state to the ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage, evoking a giant turtle, the symbol
of origin for many ancient civilisations. ‘Totem’ explores the ties that bind man to other species, his dreams and his infinite potential. The six interlinking parts of the performance include a pair of high flyers on trapeze, followed by an amazing Amerind dance performance by a supreme acrobat
and then a pair of roller skaters also performing as native Americans. The slightly more phantasmagorical part of the performance called the ‘sparks of life’ sees members of the cast appear in exotic amphibian and fish like costumes who cross the arena by bouncing on trampolines. Two male acrobats compete with each other on rings to a Bollywood backbeat, until a single female athlete arrives to show them how it’s done! Wearing colourful costumes inspired by the lost civilisations of south America, a team of Russian acrobats will stun the audience by leaping across the arena on bars in attempt to escape earth’s gravity. Then five unicyclists will amaze as they toss metal bowls with their feet and catch them on their heads as they travel around the arena, metres above the ground. Tickets for this incredible month of circus with a complete difference start at €28 and range in price depending upon the position of the seats and whether VIP treatment is required. Full details of pricing and availability at www.cirquedusoleil.com/spain/alicante/ totem/buy-tickets.
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THE El Batel auditorium in Cartagena has announced additions to its summer programme ‘Los Veranos de El Batel.’ This is the sixth year in which the programme has run and there is a range of popular music, dance and theatre following previously reported appearances by Lolita Flores, Julieta Venegas and James Rhodes as well as the National Dance Company. Tickets are now on sale for the appearance, on Saturday August 4, of the Victor Ullate Ballet Company in their performance of El Amor Brujo, first scored just over 100 years ago by Spain’s favourite composer Manuel de Falla. Initially performed by the Ullate ballet in the 1990’s, this updated contemporary version with newly designed sets and costumes includes new arrangements by Luis Delgado and additional numbers by dark Swedish industrial band In Slaughter Natives. There will be two plays in Spanish during the month of August as well as a performance by comedy duo, Los Morancos on July 28.
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Another run of summer events at El Batel
A SCENE: The new interpretation of El Amor Brujo. The whole event will come to an end on Saturday August 18 with a performance by Pastora Soler who has emerged from the flamenco tradition to incorporate that style into a more pop based music and the former Eurovision song contest contestant will be featuring
her new release La Calma as she appears for the first time at el Batel. Tickets for Los Veranos de El Batel are now on sale and can be purchased at the ticket office of the auditorium, as well as on their website www.auditori oelbatel.es.
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Japanese crusted tuna 1 piece (size to your taste) of fresh ginger, finely chopped 1 packet vacuum packed noodles 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon sesame seed oil
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to Live Well by Andrew Harding THIS week’s recipe is more exotic than my previous ones, but still very easy to cook. Tuna is plentiful in Spain and not too expensive. The dark red tuna has a very strong ‘fishy’ taste and is not to everyone’s taste (including mine), but its paler cousins have a pleasant taste and texture. Swordfish, hake and other white fish can be used instead of tuna, I would not recommend salmon though as the taste will overpower the other ingredients. Cook according to taste, my preference is pink in the middle (the recipe has the ideal baking time for this) but if you like it slightly raw or well-cooked, deduct or add five minutes. Add more or less ginger and chilli according to your love (or lack of it)
TUNA: Can be cooked in the oven. for spicy hot food. Japanese Crusted Tuna with Spicy Noodles Serves 2 250 grams tuna, skinned and boned, cut into strips two inches thick 2 teaspoons Sichimi spice powder 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, ground 1 tablespoon Panko breadcrumbs 1 whole lemon juice 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For the Spicy Noodles 1 whole red pepper, seeded and chopped 1 whole shallot, skinned and chopped 3 whole garlic cloves, skinned and chopped
1. Mix Sichimi spice powder with ground black peppercorns and Panko breadcrumbs and place in bowl. 2. Add lemon juice and oil to a second bowl. 3. Put tuna in oil/juice mix and then coat with spice powder mix. 4. Place in oven pre-heated to 200 Celsius for about 15 minutes, remove. 5. Add vegetable oil to a wok and bring up to heat. 6. Add onion, red pepper, ginger and garlic, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until almost cooked. Add noodles and continue to stir-fry until cooked through 7. Drizzle the noodle mixture with sesame seed oil. 8. Serve
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The sound of classical guitar THE sixth Classical Guitar Series at the Alicante A u d ito riu m (A D D A ) is
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Opera and Zarzuela classics FOR its fifth and last concert of the season, the Torrevieja Symphony Orchestra will appear at the Torrevieja Auditorium on Saturday May 12. This performance sees them in a new collaboration with the Municipal Orfeon ‘Ricardo Lafuente’ presenting a selection of Opera and Zarzuela from a range of best loved composers which will include overtures from the most famous operas of Mozart, Rossini and Verdi as well as popular Zarzuelas. The programme will consist of music and voice taken from: The Barber of Sevilla (Overture) Rossini Carmen (Chorus ‘A deux cuartos’) Bizet Carmen (The Toreador chorus) Bizet Nabucco (Slave Choir) Verdi Tos c a (E luc e va n le
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Nick Horne The Rich Pick Freelance correspondent, London, England THIS week at Goodwood, Sussex, home of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and of the bespoke collective of the manufacturer, saw the reveal of the ADAMAS collection. A limited edition Black Badge collection of 40 Wraiths and 30 Dawns. Drawing its inspiration from the name, the collective celebrates the darker side; weaving a melancholic aesthetic of carbon structures into just 40 Black Badge ‘Wraiths’ and 30 Black Badge ‘Dawns’. Carbon fibres and compounds of carbon crafted to express a mesmeric sinister lustrous beauty. Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO, commented: “Adamas is a collection that fuses the extraordinary competence of our bespoke craftspeople from the home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, West Sussex with the rebellious spirit of Black Badge. “The result is a motor car for those who seek more than the definitive of engineered luxury conveyance. This is the motor car for the risktaker who is not afraid to embrace the bold and progressive statement of true and modern luxury, in its darkest form.” Stepping inside the car one’s eye is drawn to the clock, encrusted with black diamonds and the symbol of infinity. A total of 88 laboratory-grown diamonds, carbon in its most adamantine form, are
Views of a Grumpy Old Man WHAT’S the point of round sliced bread? Anyone? I bet not one of you can explain the actual point of it. Let me explain where I’m coming from. Mercadona, one of the best Spanish supermarkets, sells a lot of different breads in all shapes and sizes. The one I particularly like is the one I call ‘Five Seedy Bread.’ It’s really tasty and I’m sure many of you have seen it or even buy it. The only problem is it’s round so what happens is you get four to six decent size slices out of the fat bit in the middle, for your sandwiches, and then you get smaller sandwiches. After maybe one more half decent round you then finish up with six or eight bits of, what’s known in the bakery trade, as the ‘endy’ bits and you get more ‘endy’ bits than big bits. So I’m going to suggest to Mercadona that they make it a traditional bread shape so that I, we, get a consistent size sandwich. Where it gets even worse is a restaurant that I like to go occasionally for breakfast serves it and sometimes they give me my
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Rolls-Royce drives luxury to the dark side
TWIN PEAKS: Black Badge Wraith Adamas, left, and Black Badge Dawn Adamas. mounted on a carbon fibre backplate. The black diamonds are perfectly engineered to deliver clarity and colour. The face of the clock is embellished with machined aluminium chaplets and a polished aluminium bezel, adding
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two slices and they are the ‘endy’ bits! Those are not big enough to go the distance with my full English. See my dilemma? How long should good quality things last? I purchased a very expensive Samsonite ‘man’ bag for use on flights. It was not for everyday use - just occasional - and even then I don’t use it on every trip. It’s made out of leather and fabric. I’ve had it a couple of years and now the leather is flaking off. So, is it reasonable of me to think that’s not right? Should something that costs over a €100 and is only used occasionally start to just fall to pieces? This has happened to quite a few things recently - not all of them as expensive. The amount of phone cases I have had for the same phone is crazy. They usually cost €10 or €15 but they just fall to pieces. We unfortunately live in a disposable age. A pair of wireless headphones stopped charging and the store I bought them from were not interested. They just told me to send them back to the manufacturer which is no easy job either. In both instances I emailed the manufacturer. I have had no reply from the headphone people and I have to send the bag back to a place in Madrid. As usual I won’t be giving up.
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drama to a contrasting white face. One of the most dramatic explorations of the diamond carbon theme is the starlight headliner of the Wraith Adamas, 1,340 individual carbon fibre optic lights are arranged as though forming
the molecular structure of carbon as it becomes a diamond. A motif that runs as a spine through the interior of the cabin. The exteriors of the Adamas Dawn and the Adamas Wraith draw their inspiration from the original interior colour schemes of mandarin orange and cobalt blue, transformed and darkened into sinister and hypnotic iridescent hues. Select customers may specify either hue for their Black Badge Adamas. The Rolls-Royce grill vanes do not elude the Black Badge treatment being black. Nor yet the Spirit of Ecstasy who finds herself formed for the first time in her history machined from carbon fibre then fixed to a titanium base, vapour blasted to a darkened aesthetic and bearing the words ‘Black Badge Adamas’ and the infinity logo. Limited in number, rare in spirit, untamed in nature, the Black Badge Adamas is clearly aimed at the celebration of the edgier side of luxury automotive craftsmanship. Prices have not yet been specified, but with the ‘standard’ Wraith Black Badge starting at €327,000, the sky is the limit.
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ACCORDING to new research from the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office, 30 per cent of 18-24 year-olds draw inspiration from celebrities in choosing their holiday destinations. It is therefore not surprising that Puerto Banus in Marbella attracts hordes of visitors intent on holidaying like the stars. Now, sunseekers can live like their icons too, thanks to the magnificent new Royal Banus Marbella resort from leading Spanish home builder, Taylor Wimpey España (TWE). Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director of TWE said: “Puerto Banus is one of the world’s most fascinating locations for starspotting, so we wanted to create a development that was reflective of the area’s charms. “Royalty, superstars and billionaires aplenty grace Puerto Banus with their presence each year, so we decided to build homes that were fit for royalty, hence Royal Banus Marbella.” The marina and high-end shopping
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complex of Puerto Banus was built in 1970 by local property developer, Jose Banus, and is now one of the glitziest destinations on the Costa del Sol. Despite its exclusive image Puerto Banus does not have to cost the earth, either as a holiday choice or as a loca-
tion for a second home. Primera Air is launching a €35 budget route from Manchester to Malaga later this year, having already launched routes there from London Stansted and Birmingham in March 2018. Malaga has been the airline’s most
ROYAL RESORT: The new exclusive complex will appeal to those who holiday in style.
in demand destination, reflecting the area’s ongoing appeal. For those of wider financial means, the luxury homes at Royal Banus Marbella will definitely satisfy. Available from €490,000 plus IVA, the six exclusive penthouses and 18 modern apartments will feature designer kitchens, large terraces and spacious living areas. There are also private solariums (for the penthouses) and a central pool surrounded by wooden decking. The development features marble tiling, floor to ceiling windows, and interior gardens created around modern, sophisticated designs. “These are stylish Puerto Banus residences, just without the eye-watering price tag that means only movie stars and Shiekhs can afford them!” added Mr Pritchard. For more information contact Taylor Wimpey España on 08000 121 020 or visit: http://www.taylor wimpeyspain.com. If you reside outside of the UK you can call 00 34 971 706 972.
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PROPERTY sales in Spain last year reached their highest level since the global financial crash of 2008. The total number topped 465,000, representing a 15 per cent increase on 2016 in what appears to be a positive outlook for the Spanish economy. Unlike GDP figures which are vulnerable to regular revisions, housing data acts as a leading indicator.
Property reigns in Spain Between 1996 and 2007, house prices rose by 197 per cent, but the ensuing period of 2007 to 2015 saw prices fall by nearly 42 per cent. Prior to the financial crisis, investment in Spain’s housing sector amounted to around 7.5 per cent of GDP, and the con-
PREMIUM PRICE: Spain’s housing market is going strong.
struction industry was a key source of employment. In fact, the performance of the nation’s housing market is even more impressive when compared with neighbouring countries. Between October and December 2017, Spain’s house
prices were 7 per cent higher than those of the same period in 2016. Over the same three months, house prices actually contracted by 0.3 per cent in Italy, and were negligible in France, Cyprus and Malta. Moreover, the fact that the
European Central Bank (ECB) has kept interest rates low has reduced the cost of mortgages, while Spain’s unemployment figures are at a nine-year low. An increasing number of
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mortgages are now based on fixed rates, making them less vulnerable to a shift in ECB monetary policy. While demand is forecast to be highest in Madrid and along the coastline, every one of Spain’s autonomous regions is expected to see the value of their housing markets increase in 2018.
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There’s still time to start growing summer vegetables Spain’s best known expatriate gardening author DICK HANDSCOMBE ALTHOUGH for many expatriate gardeners April in Spain has been a mix of unseasonal hot and cold, and dry and wet spells, many have now enjoyed a couple of months of healthy young spring vegetables, especially those for salads. Now with rain likely in early May to dampen soils it is not too late to start off more in containers, raised beds, the open garden and even on apartment terraces. If you have never done so there are good reasons for doing it. Firstly it is difficult to buy a wide range of freshly harvested ecologically grown vegetables in most areas. Secondly few commercial growers grow the tastiest varieties and harvest when still succulent. They need to go for size to maximise their
PLASTIC SEA: The Almeria veggie factory. incomes per acre of land. Thirdly many Spanish vegetables are grown in an unnatural microclimate under plastic in Almeria which in some areas stretch across what would have been a beach. They are mostly grown in artificial compost mixes with heavy watering of chemical feeds and sprays. When we first saw this 21st century coastal landscape our reaction was ‘Let’s start to grow
tre square terrace of an apartment. In both cases vegetables could be harvested 24 hours a day for 12 months of the year with careful phases of planting new plantlets or sowing seeds. The thing is to never leave any soil bare. Fruit and vegetables often need more space to spread but the area required for their roots and plantlets is not great . You can buy young plantlets EFFICIENT USE OF SPACE: at this time of year or sow On our kitchen terrace. seeds for pumpkins, squash and all our own vegetables and courgettes. experiment to make it possiWhich books would help you? ble for all’ . Why don’t you do likewise? Unfortunately ‘Growing Healthy Vegetables You don’t have to have much space in Spain’, the recognised bible is now out of As illustrated one can grow an amazing mix print with the demise of the publisher, but ‘Livof vegetables with just three large tree tubs on ing Well From Our Garden Mediterranean the terrace outside the kitchen, or a collection Style’ is still self-published and available from of window boxes, a wooden trough, a growing Amazon Books. table and an assortment of pots on a three-me-
WITH long summer nights on the way, outdoor spaces are an ideal place to savour the warmer nights. While Spain’s retailers cater for all needs, there are some more inexpensive ways to decorate your terrace or garden hideaway.
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table tops. Outdoor lights hung over the terrace, or wrapped around a pergola can create a much more convivial atmosphere for you and your guests. Fabrics draped around the patio have a dual purpose of creating shade and privacy, especially if you are overlooked by neighbours. Make the most of your plants, no matter how simple, by making them a central feature of the terrace or garden, using brightly coloured pots, framing them, lining them on shelves or if you are fond of urban design, hang them in a vertical box or container.
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WH EN a c h i l d i s b a d ly mauled by a dog, it is nearly alw ays t h e d o g t h a t is blamed, but I never blame the dog. I blame owners, the parents, the breeders, the public and the vets. Why? I bla m e t h e o wn e r s b ecause they should never allow children to be left unsupervised with their dog. The owner will defend the dog with remarks such as ‘He didn’t mean it’ or ‘He’s not dangerous’ or ‘He has never done anything like that before’ or ‘He is wonderful with our children.’ But this is no excuse. The dog should have been confined, trained and castrated. Male dogs that are not castrated are more likely to escape seeking a partner and roam the streets. If
a p p ro ac h ed th ey c a n be d an g e ro u s . A n d a ll la rge dogs should be muzzled. I b la me th e p are n ts b e c a u s e th ey s h o u ld tea c h children to respect dogs and n o t a n tag o n is e th em by pinching them, pulling their e a rs an d tail an d p o k ing them in the eyes. And they should never be allowed to play with dogs without supervision. Any large breeds like the Rottweiller, German Shepherd and Doberman are not suitable for homes where there are children. The dog may be wonderful with the owner ’s children because they are part of the family pack. But the children of visitors can be regarded as intruders and if the children start playing rough with the dog, it can attack. I blame the breeders because they as professionals are under an obligation to meet the highest possible
standards. Sadly, some of them know little about canine behaviour. They carry out no te s ts to e ns ure the bitch and the mate are genetically sound. Not surprisingly, the advice about rearing they give to the buyer, who usually takes their word as gospel, is unsound. I blame members of the public because they should be better educated. So many still believe a dog should not be tra ine d until s ix months old and so many do not e ve n bothe r to a tte nd training classes. They could eventually be the owner of an aggressive, dangerous and uncontrollable dog. I blame the vets because they should see when owners bring their dogs to be treated whether or not the dogs are trained or out of control. They should be directing these dogs and owners to local training clubs.
BE CAREFUL: Don’t allow your child to play with a dog unsupervised. If I was involved in an investigation into the mauling or death of a child, I would want to know the name of the vet and why he did not re c omme nd the dog to be trained. They should be advocating the early neutering of dogs if the y a re not to be used for breeding by a responsible breeder. There must be thousands
of attacks by dogs on children around the world every day. In Australia alone, 100 dog attacks occur on average daily, mostly on children. If only those responsible owners, parents, the public, br eeder s and vet s - t ook their share of the blame and acted accordingly, many of t hese at t acks coul d be avoided.
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Eight-legged friends an eight-legged friend. On the positive side, spiders are clean, quiet animals which require little space. T h ey a re als o c h ea p to
keep, much more than a traditional pet. Spiders can offer hours of entertainment and can serve as a valuable learning tool for a child. However, most concerning of all is that most spider species are poisonous to a certain extent. As with poisonous snakes, the severity of a spider bite depends on the potency and amount of the venom, where the wound oc c urs a nd how your body reacts to the venom. A nd s ome thing s ure to cause sleepless nights for any arachnophobic in the house is that many species of s pide r a re e xpe rt climbers and can escape through small cracks. It is e s s e ntia l, therefore, to ke e p the spider enclos ure prope rly s e a le d, w hils t s till a llow ing fresh air to enter.
HANDLE WITH CARE: Some spiders can give the kiss of death.
If you do decide to keep a spi der you m ay gr ow t o love your new pet. However, don’t grow too attached. Most spi der s don’t tend to re-
late well with humans and want little or no social interaction. They also have a much shorter life compared to traditional pets, so pop their eight clogs earlier than you might want.
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CHARITIES/CHURCHES THE SPIRITUALIST CENTRE, Benijofar meets at Hamilton´s Bake House, 62 Calle Vicente, Blas co Ibañez, Benijofar 03178. We hold a Sunday Service at 11.30 a.m., a Tuesday Evening of Mediumship at 7 p.m. Spiritual healing is available every Sunday and Tuesday after the service. The Divine Service, with Mediumship
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on Sunday 6th May will be taken by George Lawson (UK Medium). The Evening of Mediumship on Tuesday 8th May, will also be taken by George Lawson. The Divine Service on Sunday, 13th May will be taken by Jackie Kershaw (UK Medium). Contact Wendy on 965323028. www.spiri tualistcentre-benijofar. com New email is phoenix church23@gmail.com or in fo@spiritualistcentre-beni jofar.com Identificacion Fiscal G54713789. LA SIESTA EVANGELICAL CHURCH on Urbanisation La Siesta, Torrevieja is a friendly, English speaking church. We hold services each Sunday and everyone is welcome. Our 11.15am Services are held every 2nd and 4th Sunday in the month (and 11.15 am on the 5th Sunday, if this applies.) On the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s our Services are at 9.30am. Our choir sings at our 11.15am Services and there is also a Sunday school, called Stepping Stones, on these Sundays. We welcome residents, visitors and children. For more information see our website www.lasiestaevan gelicalchurch.org or telephone Pastor Keith on 666 180 108. THE ANGLICAN CHURCH, La Fustera. For more info: contact Frank Bentley on 966 495 188. (95461) ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Is alcohol costing you more than money? Drinking to excess not only affects your health it can spill over into every other aspect of your life – damaging everything that is important to you. Englishspeaking AA meetings are held throughout the Costa Blanca from Valencia City to Murcia. Anyone wishing to attend a meeting or discuss a possible drinking problem contact Costa Blanca North: *648 169 045* or Costa Blanca
South: *625 912 078* or Costa Calida *679 385 105*. All calls are treated in the strictest confidence. AA in German: 645 456 075; Spanish: 679 212 535; Flemish: 635 047 053; and Scandinavian: 659 779 222. www. aa-costablanca.org ROUNDABOUT CHARITY SHOP. We are now into summer and very soon we will be feeling the heat! It is time therefore for another visit to the shop where you might find a bargain or two. Choose from the clothing selection, jewellery, household goods, books or bric a brac. There is usually something there for everyone - but not always. Charitable donations have recently been made to The Alzheimers Centre, Cancer Research and The Amigos Ambulance Service. We still need your help with donations etc. Please keep them coming in! We are situated on Avenida Del Furs close to the Fountain Roundabout and immediate left by Don Colchon bed shop. (93325) THE ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION, Torrevieja Branch, meet at 17.00 on the first Wednesday of each month at the Restaurante El Paraiso, Urb. Jardin del Mar 3 (behind Carrefour), Torrevieja. Contact Paul Edwards, Chairman 618 644 934 or Margaret Forshaw, Secretary 966 921 996. (95455) THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Orihuela Costa - covering from Punta Prima to San Javier. The branch meets at Olympia restaurant, Mil Palmeras on 3rd Thursday of each month at 19.00 - 19.30pm. More info can be found on branch website www.orihue lacostarbl.co.uk (95457) HELP VEGA BAJA. We are a non-profit making organisation that helps and
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supports anyone, without prejudice, in times of need or crisis within the Vega Baja area. Our offices are based in San Miguel at Calle Lope de Vega 46 (Tel 966 723 733), Torrevieja at Rambla Juan Mateo Garcia 4 (Tel 965 704 282). Both offices are open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 1.30 pm and the Helpdesk at La Marina is open every Thursday (10 am to 1.30 pm) at the Hope Fellowship Church (opposite the Thursday Market site) at Avda de Justo Antonio Quesada, Urb. La Marina (Tel 615770145). We are online at www.helpvegabaja. com and also on Facebook. You can email the San Miguel Centre at office@helpvegabaja.com. We also have a 24 hour Emergency help-line which is available to both members and nonmembers on 966 723 733 (95456) THE BAKER FOUNDATION SPIRITUALIST CENTRE. Find us on the Saturday market road opposite the Chinese Restaurant. Playa Flamenca. Different International and local mediums every Sunday and Tuesday. Sunday, divine service with clairvoyance 11 am start. Tuesday, evening of clairvoyance doors open 7 o’clock for 7.30 start. Spiritual Healing is available on Sundays after service and on Thursday mornings from 10. 30 until 12. We have a development group on Tuesdays 5 until 6.30 for those interested in meditation and advancing your knowledge of spirit. Private readings are available on request. Please join us and make new friends, a warm welcome awaits you all. Tea, coffee and soft drinks are available. You can join us on Facebook at, The Baker Foundation spiritual centre. Hall is available for hire. For more information please contact Linda
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on 606 990 665. Email, schugy54@gmail. com (95458) THE PHILIP SCOTT LODGE No 10671 of the RAOB meets every Friday in the Bar Catorce, Benijofar. Please call the secretary, Colin Bird on 693 287 614 for further information. (95459) CHARITY BOOK STALL PEGO THURSDAY MARKET. Selection of over 500 books, all proceeds given to the elderly/disabled of Pego and local Animal Rescue. More stock always required please contact Chrissie 965 977 228/617 647 395 (95460) CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (MABS) MURCIA/MAR MENOR Help and support is just a phone call away, Avda Rio Nalón, Tel: 693 275 779 (95462) PILAR CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH, Calle Canalejas, 3. Pilar de la Horadada. Sunday Service at 11am & Thursday at 5pm for Prayer and Praise and Worship. Home groups meet during the week. All welcome from any church background or none. For further information, www.pilarchurch.org Reg No: 2009-SG/A (95463) TORREVIEJA Christian Fellowship (TCF) is an English speaking lively church located at Avenida de las Valencianas 68, Torrevieja 03183. Residents and holidaymakers are welcome to attend our services with communion and ‘kids church’ each Sunday at 10.30am. We have a Fellowship Meeting (Bible Study) each Wednesday at 6.00pm. For further information see our website www.tcf-Spain.org or tel 966 700 391. (95464) THE AIRCREW ASSOCIATION COSTA BLANCA BRANCH. Former & serving aircrews of the UK or Allied Armed Forces are welcome to join this convivial & friendly organisation, now in its 21st year. www.aca costablanca.org or call the Secretary on: 966 495 042 (95465) STROKE ASSOCIATION Spain (formally known as Torrevieja stroke support) meet every Wednesday
and Friday 2.30pm until 5.00pm. Our new address is Casa de Cultura, Calle Francisco Ribera Perez Benijofar. Our aim is to help and support stroke survivors and their carers. With rehabilitation, speech therapy, OC therapy and a very active social group. For info please contact 654 801 260 or email stroke supportgroup@hotmail.com, website: torreviejastroke support.org. We are always looking for volunteers who have the skills and knowledge to support our groups and activities. (95474) CAMPELLO CONTRA CANCER in conjunction with AECC Association Español Contra Cancer has opened a charity shop at C/Virgen de los Desamparados No 13 (next door to Mas y mas) El Campello. The shop is open Mon-Fri 10 2pm and is run by unpaid volunteers and all monies raised goes to the AECC. We urgently need donations of clothes, books, large and small furniture etc, and we will arrange collection of large items. We need volunteers to help out in the shop and also clothes rails, shelves etc. for display. Please support your local Cancer charity and if you wish to obtain literature or simply talk to someone. Please stop by at the shop. Contact Mina or Trisha. Tel 650 071 278 or 610 921 413 e-mail aecc_campe llo@hotmail.com (95475) INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY, TORREVIEJA Calle Urbano Arregui, 23, Torrevieja 03185, Alicante Evangelical non-denominational church. All nationalities welcome. Sunday service 11.00 a.m.; Sunday school; Prayer meetings; craft and computer clubs. Ladies Bible Study: Thursday 11.00 a.m. Church Bible Study: Thursday 1.30 p.m. House groups in Torrevieja, La Siesta, La Zenia Contact 966 752 543 / 617 215 463. For other church matters Phone: 966 799 273 / 966 752 543 / 617 215 463 www. icatorrevieja.org (95476) ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION (Costa Blanca) The aim of the Association is to bring together not just ex Royal Marines, but ex Ser-
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vet. Tea, coffee and fellowship after every service. Transport can be arranged. Tel: 950 617 549 www.givinglight.com.
FREEMASONRY. Are you aware that Freemasonry is thriving on the Costa Blanca? There are various lodges meeting up throughout the Valencia region. If you already are a Mason or simply wish to know more about Freemasonry in Spain please contact Harry Palmer Membership Committee. Tel: 966 712 326 or email: palmers.quesada@yahoo. co.uk (95477) ROYAL AIR FORCES Association Branch #1359 Costa Blanca. The Branch meets on the third Tuesday of the month at the El Paraiso Restaurant located close to the Carrefour Supermarket in Torrevieja. The meeting starts at 1430 hrs. You do not have to be an exmember of the RAF to join this friendly Association, which supports the welfare of the RAF family and provides a social hub for ex RAF members and their friends. For further information about the Association and its activities please contact the Chairman on 692 508 916 or the Welfare Officer on 615 048 892 or visit our website: www.rafa.org.uk/ costa-blanca (238593)
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Mercedes A-Class A new generation ROAD TEST by Nick Fletcher THE Mercedes-Benz A-Class has been a strong contender in the premium hatchback sector in recent years, and the all-new version is likely to further boost that success, offering sleeker styling and new benchmarks for quality and specification. New A-Class is initially available in three trims: SE, Sport and AMG Line and with a choice of three engines, all with a seven-speed automatic gearbox. Prices start from €29,447 (£25,800). The entry-level SE features twin seven-inch displays including a central touchscreen with voice activation, alloy wheels, air-conditioning, DAB radio, leather and fabric upholstery, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Speed Limit Assist and keyless entry and start. The A180d uses a 116 hp 1.5-litre diesel engine, the A200 is powered by a 163 hp 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine, and a 2.0-litre petrol engine is also available. The new model is almost unrecognisable from its predecessor, with a more aerodynamic profile and running on a new platform which delivers a more comfortable ride and sharper handling. With light steering and stable cornering, the car has a sportier feel and the auto gearbox is responsive and precise. On the motorway, new A-Class is impressively quiet and composed. My featured car, an A200 with 1.4-litre petrol engine has a quick 0-100 kph time of eight seconds, top speed of 223 kph (139 mph) and returns 18.2 kpl (51.4 mpg), with emissions of 123 g/km. In mid-range Sport trim it costs
€31,137 (£27,280), with added kit including LED headlights, larger alloy wheels and automatic climate control. New A-Class has a premium-look cabin and digital dials, and with a longer wheelbase and more rear headroom impresses as a well-equipped practical daily-use vehicle. The 340-litre boot is
a good usable size and dropping the rear seats expands capacity to 1,157 litres. Competition is intense in the premium hatchback sector, but new A-Class has significant brand cachet and a luxury look and feel which rivals will find hard to match.
TOP CLASS: Mercedes A-Class.
BMW unveil all-electric SUV BMW has revealed its brand new concept all-electric SUV, the BMW iX3, which is set to directly rival new models released by Tesla, Audi and Jaguar. The iX3, which was unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show, is set to be the brand’s first all-electric vehicle and could hit showrooms as soon as 2020. BMW have said that the iX3, closely based on the popular X3, will be capable of producing 249 miles of range on a single charge, while the 70kWh battery can be recharged in just 30 minutes on a fast charger. The iX3 has very similar characteristics to the X3, with its instantly definable trademark front grille, but also contains new features such as blue accents to highlight the electric power.
Its electric motor will produce 266bhp, but BMW claim they may increase that to an impressive 532bhp if it chooses to choose an all-wheel drive option. BMW’s first all-electric SUV is expected to directly rival electric model concepts released by competing car brands in recent months including the Jaguar I-Pace, the
Tesla Model X and the Audi etron, which is set to be released later this year. Mercedes is also expected to release their electric ECQ in 2019. The German car giants have also promised an all-electric 5 series, expected to have close to 400 miles of range, which will follow in 2021.
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Real stay on Atletico’s tail BARCELONA clinched the league title on Sunday with a Lionel Messi inspired 4-2 victory over Deportivo La Coruña. The Argentine scored another stunning hattrick at the Riazor, striking twice in the final 10 minutes to put Barca out of reach from the chasing pack while also relegating Deportivo. The Catalans will host traditional rivals Real Madrid this Sunday, who have more to play for after a 2-1 win against Leganes on Saturday. Gareth Bale struck his 15th goal of the season in a much-changed line up, before Borja Mayoral tapped in a second for the home side. Darko B r a s a n a c ’s strike for Leganes was in vain as Los Blancos moved a point behind second placed Atletico Madrid. H o w e v e r, Atletico
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BALEING OUT: Gareth Bale’s strike helped keep Real Madrid in the hunt for second place. shrugged off the pressure against Alaves on Sunday to restore their four-point cushion, with a Kevin Gameiro penalty proving t h e d i ff e r e n c e b e t w e e n the sides. Atletico will entertain Espanyol this Sunday with the latter having secured their La Liga status next season in a 1-1
home draw against relegated Las Palmas. Elsewhere, Sevilla manager Vincenzo Montella has been sacked for the second time this season after his side slumped to a 2-1 defeat to Levante. Sevilla will host Real Sociedad this Friday and are without a win since
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W
D
L
F
A
1 • Barcelona
86
34
26
8
0
87
21
2 • Atlético
75
35
22
9
4
55
18
3 • Real Madrid
71
34
21
8
5
82
37
4 • Valencia
67
35
20
7
8
62
36
5 • Betis
56
34
17
5
12
54
53
6 • Villarreal
54
34
16
6
12
49
41
7 • Getafe
49
35
13
10
12
40
32
8 • Sevilla
48
34
14
6
14
42
54
9 • Girona
48
35
13
9
13
47
53
10 • R. Sociedad
46
35
13
7
15
63
55
11 • Celta
45
35
12
9
14
54
51
12 • Eibar
44
35
12
8
15
37
47
13 • Alavés
41
35
13
2
20
34
48
14 • Athletic
40
35
9
13
13
38
45
15 • Espanyol
40
35
9
13
13
29
41
16 • Leganés
40
35
11
7
17
29
43
17 • Levante
40
35
9
13
13
34
50
18 • Deportivo
28
35
6
10
19
34
69
19 • Las Palmas
22
35
5
7
23
23
70
20 • Málaga
20
34
5
5
24
22
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knocking Manchester United out in the Champions League last-16, a run of nine games. Other fixtures this weekend will see Valencia travel to Villarreal on Friday, Girona entertain Eibar on Saturday, while Las Palmas host Getafe and Alaves head to Malaga on Sunday.
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Blues keep European dream alive CHELSEA moved to within two points of Tottenham and a Champions League spot after a 1-0 win at Swansea on Saturday. Cesc Fabregas’ 50th Premier League goal settled the contest and he is the third Spaniard to reach the landmark. The Blues will host Liverpool on Sunday who are also fighting for a top-four finish, while Swansea are now only a point ahead of 18th placed Southampton in the battle for survival. A Dusan Tadic inspired 2-1 home win against Bournemouth gave the Saints their first victory in five matches under Mark Hughes. Tadic scored both goals either side of a Joshua King strike for the Cherries, and the Saints will travel to Everton looking to keep the pressure on those above them. Manchester City reached 100 Premier league goals for the season with a 4-1 demolition of strugglers West Ham at the London stadium. A string of defensive errors led to a Pablo Zabaleta own goal which saw City reach the landmark century. Having earlier set up Leroy Sane, Raheem Sterling claimed a hat-trick of assists when he found Gabriel Jesus and Fernandinho inside the box, who both fired home. City will entertain Huddersfield Town on Sunday, who are mired in a relegation battle after a 2-0 reverse against Everton. Arsene Wenger’s final trip to Manchester United as Arsenal manager ended in a last-gasp 2-1 defeat after an injury time winner from Marouane Fellaini. United had taken the lead when a header from former Ar-
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93
35
30
3
2
102
26
2 • M. United
77
35
24
5
6
67
27
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72
36
20
12
4
80
37
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68
34
20
8
6
66
31
5 • Chelsea
66
35
20
6
9
60
34
6 • Arsenal
57
35
17
6
12
67
48
7 • Burnley
54
36
14
12
10
35
32
8 • Everton
48
36
13
9
14
42
54
9 • Leicester City
44
35
11
11
13
49
52
10 • Newcastle United
41
35
11
8
16
35
44
11 • Crystal Palace
38
36
9
11
16
41
54
12 • Bournemouth
38
36
9
11
16
42
60
13 • Watford
38
35
10
8
17
42
60
14 • Brighton
37
35
8
13
14
32
47
15 • West Ham Utd.
35
35
8
11
16
43
67
16 • Huddersfield Town
35
35
9
8
18
27
56
17 • Swansea City
33
35
8
9
18
27
52
18 • Southampton
32
35
6
14
15
35
54
19 • Stoke City
30
36
6
12
18
32
65
20 • West Bromwich
28
36
5
13
18
30
54
Clay King Nadal wins 11th Barcelona Open by Tom Woods
FAB-RIGAS: The Spaniard kept Chelsea in the Champions League race with his 50th Premier League goal. senal favourite Alexis Sanchez was diverted into the post by Hector Bellerin, before Paul Pogba poached the rebound for his third league goal in four games. Henrikh Mkhitaryan replied for the Gunners after half time, before Fellaini, who is close to a new contract, stole it for United to secure Champions League football next season. Other fixtures this weekend will see Brighton host West Ham on Friday, Tottenham travel to West Brom and Stoke entertain Crystal Palace on Saturday, and Arsenal face Burnley at the Emirates stadium on Sunday.
WORLD number one Rafael Nadal produced another masterclass to win his 11th Barcelona Open title on Sunday. Nadal, 31, defeated Greek teenager Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-2, 6-1 and has now won 46 consecutive sets (in 19 matches) on clay, extending his own record. At just 19 years old, 63rd ranked Tsitsipas was the youngest player to reach the Barcelona final since Nadal did so in 2005 aged 18. Nadal claimed two quick-fire breaks of serve to take the first set in 40 minutes, and his young opponent could find no rhythm or an-
TENNIS TITAN: There is no match for Rafael Nadal on clay.
swers in the second. “It was emotional. I could never have dreamed of having a career like this,” said the Spaniard. “I really appreciate the support and hope it will happen for many more years.”
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SLOVENIA’S Primoz Roglic has won cycling’s Tour of Romandie as German Pascal Ackermann triumphed in Sunday’s final stage. It is a second World Tour victory of the year for the 28-year-old.
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End of an era Iniesta confirms Barca exit the club.” Barcelona have already secured their first trophy
of the season, the Copa del Rey and are also on course to win La Liga, at
the end of which Iniesta will bring down the curtain on a glittering 22Credit: BARCA TV
A N D R E S I N I E S TA , o n e of the most decorated footballers in history, has confirmed that he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season. T h e 3 3 - y e a r- o l d h e l d a press conference on Friday where the Spain legend confirmed that this season would be his last at the Nou Camp. “A great deal of who I am, is down to Barca and La Masia. I am very thankful to them,” he said in the tearful press conference. “I spoke to a lot of people - players, coaches and I know what they want, but I tried to be honest with myself and
ADIOS: Iniesta had to fight back tears as he announced his departure.
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year career with the Catalan side. “I want to be remembered as a great footballer and a great person,” Iniesta continued. “Because when our footb a l l d a y s a r e o v e r, t h a t ’s all we are - people.” The Spaniard has appeared 669 times for Barcelona over the course of 16 seasons with the first team, and has won 31 trophies with the side including four Champions League titles and eight La Liga’s. He has been consistently linked with a move to the Chinese Super League but when asked where he was going to be playing next season, he refused to respond to speculation s t a t i n g : “ We w i l l k n o w that at the end of the season,” he added. “I said I was never going to play against Barcelona, so it will not be in Europe.”
Lewis leads F1 to Spain LEWIS HAMILTON will head to the opening leg of the European season in Barcelona with a four-point lead over Sebastian Vettel, after victory in Azerbaijan. The 33 year-old Briton was lucky to end his sixrace losing streak on Sunday, benefiting from a series of incidents during another chaotic chapter of this unpredictable and drama-filled Formula 1 season. Ferrari remain the team to beat and Vettel should have left Baku at least 12 points clear of his rival, but instead will arrive in Spain trailing. After a collision between the two Red Bull cars saw them both out of the race, Vettel tried to attack Valtteri Bottas at the restart, only to lock up and run wide.