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ISSUE NO. 1743
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Driving under the influence... twice
by Darren Parmenter TWICE in the space of 17 days, a Spanish bus driver has been stopped for driving while under the influence of drugs in Torre Pacheco. The 48-year-old, who lives in Murcia, now faces a â‚Ź2,000 fine and a 12-point loss from his driving licence. The incidents took place on the RM-313 and the RM-14 respectively as he drove his bus on the route from TorrePacheco to Jumilla. On each occasion, there were at least 14 passengers travelling on the bus at the time he was stopped. He was first caught under the influence at the end of October when a patrol of police motorcyclists operating out of Cartagena carried out a random vehicle check on both
REPEAT OFFENCE: Bus driver pulled over (inset) at random checkpoint in the Murcia region. goods and drivers. An initial saliva test showed a positive reading for both cocaine and cannabis. According to reports, 17 days later the same driver was again stopped by the motorcycle division close to the A-
30 in Torre-Pacheco and the same test also showed him to have traces of cocaine and cannabis. On both occasions, the buses were immobilised until a replacement driver arrived to continue with the journeys.
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NEWS EXTRA Well worth the wait! DUE to the national holiday on Thursday next week’s edition of the Euro Weekly News will hit the newsstands on Friday. It will be packed with even more news than ever, so please try not to be impatient!
Media forum ELCHE has hosted the latest meeting of a group of Valencian Plastic Surgeons, organised by the Elche General Hospital. More than 60 surgeons from across the community gathered to discuss new and innovative techniques in their field.
Steps down ONE of the most wellknown of the current opposition councillors in Torrevieja, Luis Maria Pizana from the PP, has publicly announced that he won’t be standing for re-election at the next municipal elections in May 2019.
House call CARTAGENA’S Social Services Department has launched an initiative aimed at encouraging small landlords to put their homes available for rent to increase the number of properties available, and reactivate the rental market.
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Multi-million pension fraud
by Darren Parmenter
disguised himself and used a walking frame. According to reports, most of those involved were relatives and friends who hid the death of the pensioners from the authorities and even falsified signatures to access the pension payments. As the investigations got underway, the National Police discovered that the scams were being carried out across the country in a total of 17 Spanish provinces that included Madrid, Barcelona and Albacete. One of the cases highlighted from Madrid concerned a Ukranian pensioner who had died in 2010 and who was illegally paid €91,926 for almost six years.
A TOTAL of 46 people have been identified as being allegedly behind a series of frauds that saw them collecting pensions from dead people. So far, nine people have been arrested. The investigation began in the wake of several reports from different parts of the country, including Murcia and Alicante, about possible Social Security scams that could total 53 and has involved potential fraud of almost €6 million,. In one of the cases, one of the alleged fraudsters was able to collect more than €129,200 over an 18-year period (from 1999 to 2017). To obtain the cash, he pretended to be a 90-year-old taking advantage of his resemblance to one of the deceased, and even
Fairground ride traps 20 children
DEFRAUDING: Deceased pensioners had their signatures copied by criminals across the country.
POLICE have opened up an investigation to establish why a fairground attraction left 20 c hildre n tra ppe d e ight me tre s above t he ground after it failed mid-ride. The popular ride - which spins both vertically and horizontally like a dish - and part of the fair on Avenida Adolfo Suarez was full with children and teenagers at the time of the incident. According to reports, a number of them were stranded for up to an hour at the top of the attraction until they could be rescued... many of them quite hysterical. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they
had to cut the power to the ride to stop it from spinning and enable the trapped to be freed. As one of the thrill-seekers said after being rescued, “We were all enjoying the ride and when it was due to stop it just continued spinning around slowly, which made many of us quite dizzy. Many people were crying for help and also suffering from the cold temperatures at the time.” None of those involved in the incident required any medical treatment from two ambulances that were also sent to the scene.
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Free vets for strays
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PEOPLE living in Pilar de la Horadada who find stray or injured animals wandering the roads can take them to a specified centre the Southeast Veterinary Clinic free of charge. Councillor Jose Francisco Albaladejo said that this ‘pioneering’ service will be provided by the council from now on.
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Ding-dong again
A MAN has died after he appeared to lose control of his vehicle as he drove along the AP-7 motorway passing through Almoradi. It’s not known what caused the crash, but the impact was so fierce that the car’s engine ended up 100 metres from where it left the road.
Rocket launch THE aerospace company, PLD Space, based at the University Miguel Hernandez in Elche (UMH) will launch its first suborbital rocket from the experimental centre at El Arenosillo in Huelva. The rocket, that began to be developed in the UMH back in 2011, is due for launch during the autumn of 2019.
No uniform ACCORDING to reports, Local Police in Torrevieja have been buying their own shoes and other items of clothing for work for almost a year since the contract ended back in December 2017. Previously, the uniform was renewed once a year, apart from personal items such as fleeces worn during the winter months.
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LOCAL ecologists have complained about the destruction of part of a Bronze Age archaeological site in San Miguel del Salinas. Heavy machinery had been spotted digging around the area dating back to 1500 BC, and even though the council stopped the work, they carried on shortly afterwards.
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THE large bell located at the Basilica de Santa Maria in Elche once again rung out across the city last weekend after being repaired. A number of cracks were detected in one of the bearings of the bell’s supporting mechanism and has been silent since July of this year.
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OTHER WORLDLY: Maurer (left) and Stevenin (right) have been exploring Lanzarote.
Life on Mars
THIS volcano field in the Canary Islands has been chosen as the location for a new experiment to test humanity’s capability of exploring other planets. Lanzarote’s Geoparque was chosen as the setting for the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Pangaea-X experiment because of how similar its barren landscape is to the surface of Mars. The team has been working near the Geoparque’s Tinguaton Volcano. The ESA sent astronauts Herve
Stevenin and Matthias Maurer (pictured) to the island along with scientists and engineers as a trial run of a future mission to the Red Planet. The project involves geology training with the crew working with the latest navigation tools, remote sensing equipment, 3D imaging devices and geosciences tools. “The Pangaea-X crew explores the barren and dry landscape of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, Spain, to prepare for the day when we set foot on other worlds,” the
Robberies arrest A MAN has been arrested in Elche in connection with robberies carried out on 24-hour supermarkets. According to reports, the 22-yearold man was previously employed in one of the establishments targeted. The first of the robberies took place back in February and since then the National Police based in Elche have been investigating the cases. Their task was made much more difficult as in each of the robberies, the alleged thief took every precaution to hide his
face to make his identification almost impossible. On one occasion, he entered one of the supermarkets at dawn - taking advantage of fewer people on the streets wielding a large knife and threatening employees while demanding they take the money from the tills. After sifting through CCTV images and taking statements, it was only after a manager of one of the stores recognised an old employee in the vicinity his identity was discovered.
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ESA said. Elena Mateo, one of the PangaeaX team members, said the Geoparque was the only one in the world with such a strong link to space science. Jesus Martinez-Frias, another team member, said the Canary Islands were ‘pearls’ for planetary studies. “With a common past of oceans and dotted by volcanoes, the Canaries are a very martian world,” Martinez-Frias said.
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Man gives himself up NATIONAL POLICE in Alicante have arrested a man suspected of shooting dead a young man in the city last week. According to reports, the detained man had turned up at the doors of the police station a couple of days after the incident knowing he was being sought. However, it’s understood that the police had already identified who their prime suspect was in the case and were closing in on him be-
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fore he gave himself up. There has been no information released on the arrested man, who is suspected of killing a 27-year-old man who was found with six shots to various parts of the body, and the investigation continues into the shooting. Sources close to the case say that the deceased man was allegedly well-known for carrying out a number of violent crimes in his neighbourhood.
The total number of news and features which appeared in Issue 1742 of the Euro Weekly News Costa Blanca South edition, including 117 local stories.
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Alicante behind in average wages by Darren Parmenter FOR whatever reason, people in work across the Alicante Province haven’t been able to take advantage of the fruits of the economic recovery that appears to have been enjoyed by other areas of Spain. According to the latest figures released from the Spanish Tax Agency, Alicante hasn’t been able to close the gap that exists between the average wages in the province when compared with the rest of Spain. Official data shows that the average annual income for Alicante is €15,938 which is €1,719 less than the regional average and up to €3,234 behind the national figure. This is
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RETURN: Wages have returned to pre-crisis levels but costs increase almost exactly the same that was experienced before the economic crisis hit in 2008, and also back in 2014 when wages
ELEVEN people, including a 16-yearold, have been arrested in Torrevieja suspected of drug trafficking which is alleged to have been carried out in several bars in the area. All those detained, with the exception of the teenager who is being looked after by a family member, have been sent to prison without bail and awaiting further legal proceedings. According to reports, a tapas bar in Torrevieja was the centre of the operation carried out by the Guardia Civil. In total, and during raids on this and
levelled out after a number of years falling significantly. It would come as no surprise to see that it’s Madrid where
Tapas bar drugs bust the two other locations, 183 grams of cocaine, 200 grams of cannabis, 124
people earn the most per annum with €25,120 average declared income. They are followed by Barcelona (€22,782) and Burgos (€20,306) although it must be stated that figures aren’t taken from anywhere in the Basque Country, often believed to have the highest earners in Spain, as they have their own offices for statistics. As for the salaries paid in the Alicante Province, the average salary increased by 2.1 per cent when compared to the previous year and recovering to the levels achieved in 2010. Sounds good; although when it’s taken into account that the cost of living has increased by 11 per cent over that same period of time, the rise is put into perspective.
pieces of cannabis resin, and €6,176 in cash was seized. At the start of the investigation, it w a s d i s c o v e r e d t h a t a 6 0 - y e a r- o l d woman opened her cafe every day at 7am but she was allegedly selling more than food to her customers with the help of her daughter, son-in-law and her grandson. There was subsequently enough evidence gathered by the Guardia Civil to carry out the arrests, which led to the suppliers who were also subsequently detained.
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Time to bin those butts IN an attempt to get smokers to stop stubbing out their cigarette butts on the ground – and to prevent some of the rubbish from catching fire at the same time – Alicante Council has installed new bins in the city centre. They have replaced the old litter bins with builtin ashtrays to encourage more smokers to use them after the large amount of cigarette ends swept up from the streets on a daily basis has been estimated at more than 100,000. This is despite smokers taking the risk every time they stub out of a €210 fine. The new grey bins will be bigger than their blue predecessors, and in the upper part will have a built-in metal ashtray that will contain all the cigarette ends and ash for easy removal. At first, 200 bins will be installed both in the centre of Alicante and the surrounding districts and the work will be carried out as part of the contract with UTE Alicante.
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MORE FLIGHTS: More tourists from Germany could see the sun lounger dash hot up.
More German flights
GERMAN airline Lufthansa is set to put on more flights to Alicante from next summer. The German carrier will operate three new weekly flights to Alicante from its hub at Munich from April 12, in addition to its existing services from Frankfurt. Despite the increase in German holidaymakers, the British travellers still account for around 50 per cent
of all hotel stays. Earlier this year, the Spanish launched a new marketing campaign following some ‘embarrassing’ negative incidents involving Brit holidaymakers during the summer. The ‘Enjoy Benidorm with the Spanish people’ campaign was created to counter ‘tourist-phobia’ and to encourage mutual respect. Disturbances during the
World Cup, the British man who allegedly paid to have his name tattooed on the face of Tomek the homeless Polish man and the 81-yearold tourist Freda Jackson, who claimed there were ‘too many Spanish’ in her hotel, all made headlines earlier this year. It is claimed that negative publicity has strained relations between British visitors and their Spanish hosts.
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Boy’s assaulter jailed THE Provincial Court of Murcia has sentenced a man to eight years imprisonment and a further seven years on probation after he had been found guilty of sexually assaulting a 10year-old boy. In addition, the accused has been given a 500 metres exclusion zone from the child for a period of 10 years, as well as paying €10,000 in compensation for the distress caused. The case goes back to July 2016 when the defendant invited the child to go to a room to give him a massage... which he agreed to. According to reports, it was stated during the trial that the man then took off the boy’s clothes and began to touch him all over his body before performing a sexual act on him.
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New Corvera Airport bus links by Darren Parmenter WHEN the new Corvera Airport is up and running as from January 15, 2019, four bus lines will connect it with Murcia, Cartagena, San Javier and San Pedro and Los Alcázares and the Mar Menor. In addition, the local golf courses will also be more than served with public transport links to the airport. The announcement was made by the Minister of Development, Patricio Valverde, who also said that the new terminal will have a dedicated taxi rank directly outside the front door, with a capacity for 77 vehicles. There will also be spaces for rental cars as well as a special area reserved for tour operator’s coaches to collect and drop off their customers.
ADAPTED: The new bus timetables will fit in with flight schedules. The new bus timetables and routes will be Murcia-Corvera; Cartagena-Corvera, Corvera to San Pedro, San Javier and finally Corvera-Golf-Los Alcazares with fares to be announced taking into account
the individual routes. The four lines will make 48 weekly return trips between them - seven days a week including fiestas - and the schedules have already been adapted to fit in with the flight sched-
ules. From the airport, the buses will connect with bus stations in the municipalities they will be serving, and will allow connections to other points in the Murcia region and beyond.
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Baby locked in car FIREFIGHTERS based in Elche have been called to rescue a one-year-old baby who had been accidentally locked inside a car. According to a statement made by the Provincial Fire Brigade, the parents of the boy had parked up their car outside the busy L’Aljub Shopping Centre, and when they were outside of the vehicle and about to take their son out, the door closed suddenly with the keys inside and they couldn’t open it. When the fire brigade arrived after the alarm was raised by the frantic parents, they were able to break the passenger window and take out the baby who quickly calmed down from his distressed state.
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Safe, but hard landing during his jump and has suffered a number of injuries that aren’t being described as serious. The soldier ’s parachute ended up being caught on the roof of a three-storey building and was dangling on the outside wall on the busy street. Photo credit: @AsDePicas6 Twitter
A SPANISH military paratrooper, a lieutenant-colonel of the Alcantarilla Air Base, has crashed into a block of houses in the Murcia village of Sangonera la Seca during a parachute jump. According to reports, the soldier lost consciousness
CAUGHT UP: Parachutist loses consciousness during a training exercise
Local people and members from the local base across the road moved quickly to release the man from his predicament and he was transferred to the La Vega Hospital in Murcia.
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Orihuela Costa landslides
BROKEN: People seen making their way past the fallen rocks.
HEAVY rainfall experienced by many up and down the Costa Blanca over the past couple of weeks has particularly affected parts of the Orihuela Costa. The downpours - some at record levels for the time of year - caused a landslide from one of the cliffs which accompany the walkway between the Cabo Roig and Cala Capitan. Thankfully, the mesh that had been installed just over a year ago to avoid such incidences actually did its job and caught much of the scree, but such was the size and strength of some of the rocks that the metal was broken and they ended up
spread across the pathways. Once the alarm was raised, representatives of the Federacion de Asociaciones de Orihuela Costa-Alicante (FAOC) were quickly on the scene and immediately informed the local council to the situation. As pedestrians found themselves having to avoid the pile of rocks, Councillor Luisa Bone said that the mesh had stopped the rocks from reaching the beaches. In response to a number of rumours circulating, she said that the broken mesh had nothing to do as a result of poor workmanship.
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Santa Claus is running again Photo credit: Maria and the Pink Ladies
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FESTIVE: Everyone in a Christmas mood at a previous Santa Run. IT’S that time of year already for Maria and the Pink Ladies and Panthers Santa Run to raise funds for the AECC. This year, it takes place on Saturday, December 8 and once again starts and finishes at Zenia Boulevard. The annual Santa Run raises a great deal of money and has contributed to the
€420,000 raised since June 2010 since the first event was organised to get some much-needed funds for the AECC in their help in the fight against cancer and to support their early detection programme. Early detection saves lives. The Santa Run sets off from the stage and will be
accompanied by some festive music played by Sunshine FM, Christmas Carols from the Honeys and entertainment from the Crazy Ladies. Everything gets underway at 12 noon - when the walk starts - until 2.30pm. The registration fee for the ‘run’ is just €5 with every cent going to the AECC. The AECC is also asking people to donate food and hygiene products that will also be distributed to people less fortunate than ourselves via the Reach Out Charity. So, everyone come along in your Santa suits, bring your friends and neighbours and your pets and get in the festive spirit whilst at the same time help two great causes.
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One size does not fit all when it comes to investments There is no single investment solution that suits everyone; what will work for you depends on your own objectives, timeframe and risk appetite. The price you pay for an illfitting investment portfolio could be costly. You could find that your money is not working as hard as you would like it to, is difficult to access when you need it or, even worse, is eaten away. With professional guidance you can find the perfect fit for you. Identifying your risk appetite First, you must be clear about how much risk you are willing to take with your money. In the current low-interest rate climate, some risk is necessary to achieve returns that outpace inflation. But your investment decisions shouldn’t keep you awake at night, so it is essential to pinpoint the right risk/reward balance for you. It is extremely difficult to effectively assess your own tolerance for risk. An
horizon is also the key to futureproofing your investments so you can get hold of them when you need to. You never know when your plans may change unexpectedly, so it is important to hold some liquid assets that can be sold to release capital if needed. By Gerald Turner, Partner, Blevins Franks experienced financial professional is best placed to ask the right questions and use the appropriate tools to create a clear and objective risk profile for you. Defining your time horizon Experts say ‘investing is a marathon, not a sprint’ for a good reason. With time, you can ride out market turbulence and also benefit from compound returns. If you have the means and the patience to invest in the long-term, you are more likely to enjoy better returns. Understanding your time
Reducing risk through diversification The higher your concentration in one particular area, the higher the risk. Investments skewed towards UK-based assets, for example, are more vulnerable to downturns in the British market. A good portfolio minimises risk by spreading investments across multiple, unrelated areas through diversification by asset type – cash, government and corporate bonds, shares and ‘real assets’ like property – as well as by geographic region and market sector. Be mindful that many private banks and wealth managers often allocate a significant part
of their investment portfolios to their own in-house funds. Also beware of ‘cherry picking’ the latest high performing fund – history shows plenty of examples where one year’s overperforming fund/sector significantly underperforms the next. You can achieve greater diversification by choosing an adviser who uses a ‘multimanager’ approach to spread investments out among several different fund managers, selected for their expertise in specific market sectors. The impact of taxation Without suitable tax planning, you could find your returns are slashed by taxes that could have been avoided or at least significantly reduced. British expatriates can make the most of tax advantages in both Spain and the UK with personalised advice from a regulated adviser who specialises in both tax regimes. They can recommend tax-efficient structures that legitimately
protect you – and your heirs – from paying more tax than necessary. Remember that your circumstances and objectives change over time – as can tax rules – so what works for you now may not be suitable in years to come. It is crucial to regularly review how you manage your wealth to make sure it keeps up with your situation. As the UK prepares to leave the EU, it is sensible to consider a financial ‘health check’ now to protect your wealth from Brexit uncertainty and take advantage of today’s opportunities while you can. All advice received from Blevins Franks is personalised and provided in writing. This article, however, should not be construed as providing any personalised taxation or investment advice.
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VILA DE GRACIA: A man who owed money was tortured at a hotel in the area.
Gang torture man over debt A MAN in Barcelona was tortured over a debt owed between members of the ‘Casuals’ gang. The victim, named only as Ernesto, was allegedly called to a hotel room in the early hours of the morning under false pretences, by a group of criminals claiming to have his friend. Ernesto awoke to a WhatsApp message at 3.32am, purporting to be from his friend Javier’s phone. The text told him he had to go to the Casa Fuster hotel and pay €280 for Javier to be released.
Once Ernesto reached the hotel, he was tortured over a debt relating to the Casuals gang, allegedly the most violent collection within the BoixosNois, an ultra-right group of Barcelona Football Club supporters. As Ernesto entered the room, a man named as Jose Maria is said to have hit him on the back with a large kitchen knife, before another man, Jacobo, appeared with another knife. The pair allegedly took him into a windowless room and told him, ‘start thinking about how to
get the money. We have your friend cut into pieces in the bathtub’. They reportedly then bound his feet and hands. Ernesto managed to gain advantage however, while the men were distracted, and managed to ‘push one of his attackers and flee for the terrace,’ according to the judge investigating the case. The victim jumped onto the terrace of a neighbouring room, whose occupants helped him escape. Ernesto later got into a taxi and took refuge at a friend’s house. His attackers caught up with him however, and Ernesto says Jacobo burned his left leg with a blowtorch, while they also placed a plastic bag over his head, and Jose Maria stabbed him in his finger and thigh. Ernesto tried to call a friend to get them to hand over money to his attackers but received no reply, which angered Jacobo and Jose Maria. The friend finally returned his call and agreed to meet at a Repsol garage to hand over €4,000 to a ‘fat and bald man’. There, Ernesto was allowed to change his bloodsoaked trousers and was released. A court in Barcelona has brought Jose Maria and Jacobo - said to be habitual cocaine users - to trial on suspicion of kidnapping, injury, robbery, misappropriation, extortion and deprivation of privacy.
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fact that certainly brings a very unique and special profile to the city. The Portuguese capital is full of stories, many of them told through various monuments and museums. This is an environment that has undergone many changes over time but never lost its essence. Finally is Tangier, the favourite city of conquerors and artists. The southwest corner of this city is where the legendary Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean converge to form the Strait of Gibraltar. From this rises the radiant Tangier, one of the most unique and most touristic cities of northern Morocco and a great stop on this Pullmantur cruise. Although Tangier is a port of Atlantic cruises, its climate and culture are Mediterranean. For this reason, any time of the year is good for travelling here. Make sure you take the opportunity to enjoy its excellent gastronomy, an exciting fusion of the Mediterranean diet with Arab spices and culinary preparations.
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POLICE have arrested a 19-year-old girl for allegedly killing another teenager. The suspect, who has not yet been named, is accused of stabbing a 17-yearold girl named Denise in the stomach on Sunday in Alcorcon, Madrid. Denise’s mother has since spoken of her heartbreak and said before her death her daughter had complained of receiving threatening WhatsApp messages from her ex-boyfriend’s new girlfriend. Denise’s father added he had last spoken to her on Saturday when she had assured him she ‘had it under control,’ and the girl had ‘stopped threatening her.’ The victim’s father added he believed the girl threatening his daughter may have been responsible for the stabbing, although police have not confirmed whether the girl they have arrested is the same person. Denise’s father told one publication his
A SUSPECTED drug addict allege d l y h e l d h i s f ath er and a t e n a n t h o st a g e at knifepoint to extort money to fund his habit. National Police officers arres t e d t h e 3 7 - y e a r-o ld Spanish man at the home
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Teen girl arrested over fatal stabbing
THE VICTIM: Was found on the junction of Calle de Desmonte and Calle Cuenca.
daughter had claimed she was not concerned about the threats, saying the girl, “ i s b u z z i n g , s h e i s c r a z y, t h e y a r e j u s t words.” He added, “when she told me that she was being threatened, I asked her if she wanted me to talk to the girl or the girl’s f a t h e r, w h o s h e t o l d m e w o r k s i n t h e Guardia Civil, so I think they are good people.” He said his daughter asked not to do anything. Police say Denise was stabbed on Sunday night and was found by emergency services at around 10pm, lying bloodied on the ground at the junction of Calle de Desmonte and Calle Cuenca in Alcorcon, a suburb in southwest Madrid. The victim was said to have been stabbed in the stomach and was in cardiac arrest. Health workers carried out CPR and stabilised Denise before taking her to hospital where she died early on Monday morning.
Dad held hostage for five hours they shared in Malaga last week. He is accused of being involved in crimes of
threats, illegal detention and illegal possession of weapons, after the reported incident in Portada Alta.
A c c ording to a polic e statement, the accused lives w ith his fa the r, a nd ha d rented a room to a woman
and her son. Sour ces cl ai m t he t enants’ 23-year-old son and the detainee’s father were
‘threatened with a knife on repeated occasions’ so that t hey gave hi m m oney t o fund his ‘drug problem.’ Off i cer s r ecover ed a firearm during a search of the property, believed to belong to the accused.
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Green drive receives warning AMBITIOUS plans to switch Spain’s energy matrix to renewable sources and ban fossil fuel vehicles by 2040 are being drafted, according to a climate change law unveiled by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez last week. But some believe the initiative may be too ambitious for a country whose car industry is
Fatal crash enquiry A DRIVER was thrown from his car and died after the vehicle left the road and rolled multiple times before careering into dense woodland. The 30-year-olds’ three passengers were reported injured, but not seriously. The crash occurred at 11pm on Monday night in Hoyo de Manzanares, in Madrid. A source said the SUV was ‘completely destroyed’ and that by the time firefighters managed to get through the ‘very dense zone,’ they could not save the deceased. The Guardia Civil is investigating.
Royal under fire F ORM E R Sp a n i sh K in g Juan Carlos has come under fire this week after a photo emerge d of h im meetin g Sa u d i C r o w n P rince Mo h a m m e d b in Salman who has been ‘tainted’ by the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The picture was released on the Saudi foreign ministry’s Twitter account and published in several Spanish newspapers. A spokesman for the royal fami l y sa i d h e sh o o k hands with the de facto Saudi ruler a t t h e Ab u Dh a b i G rand Pr i x o n Su n d a y in w hat w a s a ‘ g r e e t i n g re quired by protocol, with no institutional significance.’
ill-prepared for such a dramatic transformation. Spain trails way behind other European nations in electric vehicle market share, with electric accounting for 0.22 per cent of its market compared with about 2 per cent in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands.
The measure could also be politically illtimed, coinciding with mass protests in neighbouring France which are ‘challenging’ the year-old government of President Emmanuel Macron. The demonstrations are drawing right-leaning populists following a 6 per cent increase in
fuel taxes introduced to discourage the use of diesel and gasoline. Hundreds were wounded and at least two people have been killed in the past week during disturbances that progressive governments across Europe are watching intently as they put their own green policies into effect.
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A week of service strikes By Tara Rippin
MORE than 15,000 health professionals in Cataluña are due to end a five-day strike tomorrow (Friday). Under the slogan ‘primary care, worthy and respected,’ it was a week of industrial action across the board. Organised by the Metges de Catalunya (MC) union, the strikes reportedly included 5,700 doctors from 288 primary care teams (EAP) and a further 10,000 from the health service. Primary care physicians are demanding the recruitment of more doctors to reduce their workload, and limiting appointments to 28 a day, allowing for a minimum of 12 minutes per patient. Doctors are also calling for a ‘recovery of purchasing power,’ which was lost following cuts in 2010, to allow for the replacement of 920 professionals who were lost as a result. The Catalan Health Institute (ICS) sent all staff a 14-page document with its proposals to improve primary care. During the strike action, ICS agreed that some minimum services will be provided. There will be 100 per cent in emergency services to cover urgent needs, and between a quarter and a third of doctors until the end of the working week.
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Humanitarian response drive THE number of places at reception centres for migrants arriving in Spain has almost doubled since before the summer. Minister of Labour, Migrat i o n a n d S o c i a l S e c u r i t y, M a g d a l e n a Va l e r i o , t o l d a press conference that 5,500 places are ‘already in operation,’ especially along the southern coasts. This is nearly 100 per cent more than the 2,800 ‘seats’ which were available before the summer, ‘under the mandate of the previous Executive.’ The increase is part of a €30 million emergency plan to ensure that Spain ends the year with more than 6,000 places available to migrants arriving by boat, in order that they can receive ‘humanitarian attention’. As part of the initiative, several emergency and referral centres have been opened, one in Chiclana de la Frontera, Cadiz and another in Merida, Extremadura.
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MORE PLACES: Spanish minister pledges more reception spaces for migrants. Valerio highlighted the ‘response of the government to the management of migration flows,’ taking into account the increase in the arrivals of boats since 2016, before the closure of other maritime routes in the Mediterranean. The objectives of the cur-
rent Executive are: the effectiveness in rescuing lives at sea, respect for international law and human rights, the control of migratory flows, the commitment to legal, regular and safe immigration and the integration of those who arrive.
When questioned about the recently reported recruitment of 17,000 overseas workers, mainly of Moroccan origin, for the collection of ‘red fruits’ in the province of Huelva in particular, Valerio said this is done ‘every year’ and is nothing new.
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Rock row AT the Brussels summit on S unda y, E uro p e a n Union diplomats poured scorn on Spanish claims that British sovereignty over Gibraltar would end during Brexit trade talks next year. Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, used the Brusse l s c o nf e re n c e to promote the assurances given t o hi m a f t e r h e threatened to block any Brexit deal without a veto over Gibraltar. He and Josep Borrell, his foreign minister, have claim e d a no n- l e g a lly b indi ng g ua r a nt e e th a t Spain would be consulted over the implementation of a trade deal to Gibraltar, would lead to shared sovereignty. However, EU diplomats have privately derided the claims, and branded the last-minute intervention by Pedro Sanchez ‘outrageous.’
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EU agrees Brexit deal By Tom Woods EUROPEAN UNION leaders endorsed Theresa May’s Brexit deal at a summit in Brussels on Sunday, as she warned MPs they risked losing their seats if they did not back the agreement. President of the European Council, Donald Tusk, confirmed that both the Withdrawal Agreement and the Political Declaration on future trade had been approved. Speaking after the summit, May said: “I believe when it comes to it, MPs will be thinking about the need to deliver on the vote of the British people, and will be thinking about the impact of this deal on their constituents. “I think their constituents want to ensure that their jobs and livelihoods are protected, and that’s what this deal does.” However, Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt admitted that the government could fall in the event that the deal is rejected in the House of Commons. President of the EU Commission, JeanClaude Juncker, appealed to MPs to accept the deal as it was now the only one on offer. “This is the best deal possible. I am
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BREXIT EXTRA Trump’s grump US President Donald Trump has suggested that the UK’s Brexit agreement with the EU could threaten a US-UK trade deal, saying it ‘sounds like a great deal for the EU.’
Screen test A TELEVISED debate between Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn on the Brexit deal is nearer to taking place after the prime minister issued a challenge to her Labour rival, as she seeks public support for her agreement.
DONE DEAL: Both Theresa May and the EU are now urging the UK parliament to support the deal. inviting those who have to ratify the deal in the House of Commons to take this into consideration. This is the only deal possible.” A UK-EU trade deal will be made conditional on Britain granting the EU-27 fishing rights, on the UK signing up to EU standards on tax, environment and state aid, and the agreement will only ap-
ply to Gibraltar if Spain gives its explicit permission. After 20 months of negotiations, the 27 EU leaders gave their blessing after less than an hour’s discussion. However, sources suggest that the Cabinet and EU diplomats are drawing up a secret Plan B, should parliament reject the deal.
Pound down ONGOING Brexit uncertainty and investor anxiety around whether the deal will be approved by parliament saw Sterling drop to 0.77 per cent against the dollar on Tuesday, and 0.3 per cent against the Euro.
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By Joe Gerrard A FAR-RIGHT party has started to make inroads into the Spanish political mainstream ahead of regional elections in Andalucia next month. Vox, which was founded in 2013, now appears poised to score some of its first victories when Andalucian voters go to the polls on December 2. The party, led by Santiago Abascal, is known for its hard stance on immigration, nationalism and staunch opposition to regionalist movements in Cataluña and elsewhere. Its website lists support for the free market, ‘moral health’, and a centralised Spanish state. Critics have accused it of racism, sexism and of courting
INROADS: Vox is gathering support in Andalucia. the support of fascists, neoNazis and sympathisers of former dictator Francisco Franco (Falangists), which the party denies.
Vox has up until now failed to appeal to voters outside of a core far right base. Now new polling figures suggest it could be poised to attract supporters
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ves ahead of regional poll from larger, more established parties. It comes as the party hit the headlines on several occasions recently as the media spotlight begins to shine on the once small fringe group. Figures from the GAD3 polling organisation show that the party could get up to 200,000 votes in the Andalucia election, up from forecasts of 150,000 a week earlier. Support for the party is particularly high in Almeria Province, where its anti-immigration message has resonated with voters, in an area which has taken in large numbers of African migrants. GAD3 data also shows growing support for the par-
ty in the provinces of Sevilla, Malaga and Granada. Vox has seen less success in Cadiz where momentum has slowed, and it has so far failed to make significant inroads into the Jaen, Cordoba and Huelva provinces, data showed. The polling firm’s findings also showed around 70 per cent of the party’s supporters are men. Around 10 per cent of PP voters and 20 per cent of Ciudadanos backers are mulling voting for Vox on December 2, according to GAD3 research. The figures have reportedly started officials in the conservative Partido Popular (PP) and the centrist Ciudadanos party. The former, and its predeces-
sor the Alianza Popular (AP), has been the leading force on the Spanish right since Spain’s transition to democracy in the late 1970’s. PP figures fear its voters could be wooed by the party’s hard-line immigration stance, while Ciudadanos is concerned it could steal its unionist thunder. Ciudadanos was founded in Cataluña in 2006 on a proSpanish union platform. The research comes as the party faced scrutiny in the press recently. A campaign video from 2015 which featured a news reporter dressed in a hijab and claimed Andalucia was being ‘Islamised’ was posted online and slammed by social media users.
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Disappearance ‘not voluntary’ GUARDIA CIVIL investigators are treating the disappearance of San Juan woman, Nuria Ester Escalante, as suspicious. The 52-year-old mother of two went to Ibiza looking for work almost a month ago but has not been seen since October 31. Despite a media blackout on reporting the case, the Guardia Civil revealed that their investigations “originally went in one direction but are now going in another.” Everything suggested that Escalante’s disappearance was not voluntary, sources said The missing woman’s son, Aaron Berenguer, declared that he always knew there was nothing voluntary about the way his mother had vanished.“I knew that because she’s my mother,” the 23-yearold explained, “but now the Guardia Civil think so too and I hope they can find out what has happened.” Escalante, who had worked in Ibiza in the past in hotels and as a security guard, was staying at the Ibiza home of one of her sons’ friends where she was last seen on October 31. The search for Escalante began in Sant Antoni, an area she was familiar with, and where the Guardia Civil discovered her luggage, which she had left with another person, intending to return for it.
Killed by own pets A MUM and her grown up daughter have been mauled to death by their own pet dogs in Spain in an attack that has rocked the local community. The bodies of the two women were found by their husbands after the gruesome attack by two French (Bordeaux) mastiffs left them with multiple bite wounds that proved fatal. The mother, aged 57, was covered in multiple bites that shocked paramedics attending, while the daughter, aged 41, is said to have suffered a severe neck injury. Neighbours in the residential area of Balcon del Tajo in Colmenar de Oreja near Madrid said they could not understand why the animals - a breed not known as being particularly dangerous should turn on the two women, who had brought them up from pups. Four other dogs on the premises at the time are not thought to have joined in the attack. On discovering the bodies the women’s husbands locked the dogs away before calling emergency services, who could only confirm the death of the victims
FRENCH MASTIFF: Not known for being dangerous. on Wednesday afternoon. The dogs have been taken to a Madrid animal shelter while in-
vestigations continue. These were the fourth and fifth deaths due to dog attack in Spain this year.
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Young and wild EMERGENCY visits to hospital for the excessive consumption of alcohol , cocai ne, cannabis and opiates in young people aged between 14 and 18 yearsold has risen by 17 per cent i n t he l ast f i ve years. Unsurprisingly, alcohol i s t he m ost com monly used drug in the age group, followed by tobacco and cannabis. Hospitals and primary care emergency centres attended to 4,500 alcohol abuse cases, 87 per cent of the total. Cannabis cases made up 6 per cent, cocaine 4 per cent, and opiates 3 per cent. Tourists made up 12.3 per cent of t he em ergency cases.
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Hunt for sniper to cull birds A TEAM of snipers is being sought by environment expe rts to pa trol pa rks in Spa in to e ra dic a te w ild parakeets. The popula tion of the birds has apparently soared to uncontrollable numbers since they were first introduced to the country as pets in the 1970’s. The ir va s t numbe rs a re now ‘overshadowing quieter native fauna’ and ‘threatening to de s ta bilis e the ecosystem.’ Experts in Malaga, home to one of the la rge s t colonies of the bright green a nd gre y-bre a s te d birds , have now proposed that the be s t w a y to c ontrol the ir popula tion is by s e nding te a ms of s nipe rs to s hoot them down. A panel of experts at an e nvironme nta l forum a t
INVASION: Vast numbers are threatening to destabilise the ecosystem. Malaga’s UNED university last week came up with recom m endat i ons t o cont r ol the population, estimated at 30,000 in Malaga alone. Classified as an invasive species, Spanish authorities
ar e al l owed t o t ake m easures to cull them, and in 2011 sales of the bird were banned in the country in the hope of pr event i ng m or e from finding their way into the wild.
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Spain and Cuba open dialogue SPAIN and Cuba have signed a pact agreeing to have ‘a frank discussion on human rights’ after a framework for dialogue was agreed between Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and President Miguel Diaz-Canel. The agreement commits foreign ministers from both countries to meet at least once
a year to discuss political issues which affect both nations, eg human rights and sustainable development goals. Spain is the first European Union country to make such an agreement with Cuba, which also includes cultural exchange and co-operation. Pedro Sanchez said good relations between Spain and Cuba were a ‘priority’ for his country. Miguel Diaz-Canal said he and Sanchez had held a ‘cordial’ first meeting, and added: “We sincerely appreciate his visit to our country. Relations between us have strengthened.” Diplomatic sources said the agreement would mean
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BUILDING TIES: The leaders are keen to improve relations between the countries. Spain could raise issues including political prisoners and limits on freedoms in Cuba. It also means Cuban officials could raise human rights concerns with their Spanish counterparts. Sanchez also reportedly suggested that Spain’s King
Felipe would visit Havana next year for the 500th anniversary of the city’s founding by Spanish explorer Diego Velazquez de Cuellar. Sanchez is the first Spanish Prime Minister to visit Cuba in 32 years, and he attracted some criticism at home for his decision.
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Surgeon creates male body in a day A SPANISH medical team has performed pioneering sex change surgery in just 17 hours - a process which can take up to 10 years. Led by surgeon Cesar Noval at a private hospital in Valencia, the medics removed the patient’s internal female organs and breasts, created a penis and more masculine face. The 29-year-old transgender man, who lives in a small town in the Valencia region, was operated on two months ago and has reportedly ‘recovered well.’
Dr Noval said the ‘main advantage of doing everything at once is that patients don’t have to spend years with their lives on hold waiting for the next operation.’ Under the public health system, the three main surgeries required for sexual reassignment can take between two and 10 years, because the various procedures are carried out by different services. The fourth procedure, facial plastic surgery, is not offered under the health service. Noval, who learned how to
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UNIVERSITY and high school s tude nts w e re due to s ta ge a walk out yesterday (Wednesda y) a nd toda y to prot est against a reduction in government funding. The demonstrators across Cataluña are calling for a ‘reverse of the recent cuts,’ together with a reduction of university fees by
shorten the process in America, pointed out that a minimum of two years are normally needed for the four surgeries because at least six months usually pass between each operation. He has not disclosed how much the patient paid for the operation, but confirmed it was more than €20,000. Around 15 phalloplasties are reportedly performed each year in Spain - far fewer than the number of vaginoplasties (the sex reassignment operation for trans women), which is around 100 a year.
30 per cent. Hi gh school t eacher s and government officials were also planning to strike. And Friday will round off a week of i ndust r i al act i on as postal workers protest after attempts to reach an ‘agreement to unblock the strike’ failed.
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Tortured then executed OPERATION TIJERETA: Guardia Civil worked with Swedish counterparts.
EIGHT people have been arrested in Spain and Sweden after a criminal kingpin was tortured and cold-bloodedly executed by a gang of drug traffickers.
Spain’s Guardia Civil launched operation ‘Tijereta’ after the murder of a Swedish citizen in a Mijas (Malaga) villa last month. Guardia Civil sources say
that a group of men flew into Malaga and tricked two men from a drugs smuggling gang to a villa. Once there the duo were tied up then subjected to torture for hours in an attempt to extract details of a drugs shipment. Eventually the kidnappers were distracted for long enough for one of their victims to escape his bonds and flee. At this point the aggressors decided to make their escape but not before executing the other helpless victim with several shots, said Guardia Civil sources. They then took the car of the murdered man - said to be the head of a drugs trafficking criminal organisation - before abandoning and setting it on fire in the seaside resort of Fuengirola. Four suspects were soon after identified and arrested in Algeciras, where they were apparently waiting to get a ferry to Morocco. Having established the identity of the victim as the head of
a Swedish gang that operated in Spain and further afield Guardia Civil made contact with their Swedish counterparts as investigations continued. These led to two arrests in the upmarket towns of Benahavis and Marbella including that of a man said to have planned the killing, while a coordinated and simultaneous operation in Sweden led to two further arrests. Swedish police also seized two Kalashnikov AK47 assault rifles and a pistol. In the joint operation five high-end vehicles, a bullet proof vest, €15,000 in cash, 13,000 Swedish Crowns, large quantities of ammunition and three watches valued at €120,000 were also seized. Extradition proceedings against those arrested in Sweden are expected to start with charges of murder, attempted murder, torture, abduction, illegal possession of weapons, drug smuggling and vehicle theft being investigated.
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DEPORTED: The man ran in front of a taking-off plane at Sheremetyevo Airport, Russia’s busiest airport.
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A MAN who had been deported from Spain has been struck and killed after running into the path of a passenger jet which was taking off at a busy airport. The A rme nia n na tiona l w a s c ha nging flights in Moscow when he ran across the runway at Sheremetyevo A irport, R us s ia ’s bus ie s t
airport. Al ber t Yepr em yan, 25, was due to catch an onward flight to the Armenian capital, Yerevan. Russi an m edi a cl ai m s Yepremyan became aggressi ve on hi s f l i ght f r om Madrid, and was escorted from the plane by police on Tuesday night.
The officers escorted him through the boarding procedur e, but i nst ead of t hen boarding the bus with other passengers, he broke away and r an i nt o t he pat h of a Boeing 737 taking off on a flight to Athens. Yepremyan was hit by the landing gear of the passenger jet and killed instantly.
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THE WEEK IN POLITICS THE Chinese President is set to visit Spain for the first time in 13 years, in a move designed to tighten links between the two nations. President Xi Jinping will meet with King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Madrid on Tuesday, to work on a ‘bilateral relationship,’ which both countries hope will serve to strengthen their respective economies. A Chinese head of state has not visited Spain since 2005 when President Hu Jintao was invited to witness the results
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of Spain’s ‘brick boom.’ Then, China’s economy represented just 4 per cent of the global GDP, while Spain’s construction and finance sectors thrived. Now, economists say any agreement between the two countries is likely to swing heavily in favour of China, whose economy has grown to the second strongest in the world, while Spain’s contin-
ues to recover from its 2008 recession. Experts say President Xi Jinping will most likely seek to protect access to Spain’s ‘unique geographical advantages,’ namely its strategic position in southwest Europe. On the other hand, Pedro Sanchez is likely to push for further trade deals and investment to boost Spanish exports.
Prime Minister admits setbacks SPAIN’S Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, has admitted he has doubts over whether he will remain in power for the 2019 election. Sanchez has said he hopes to remain in power for the general election next autumn, but admitted it will not be easy following a series of setbacks last week. The Prime Minister’s week included the resignation of one judge, Manuel Marchena, from the race to chair Spain’s Supreme Court. Later, Sanchez’s Justice Minister, Dolores Delgado, was admonished by the Senate for the second time since she was appointed. The Premier’s week ended with tough negotiations with Theresa May over Brexit and the future of Gibraltar. Supporters of Pedro Sanchez say he is unlikely to have been affected by the tough week, as he has, ‘an accredited capacity for resistance.’
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FLIGHT FIGHT: Ryanair’s legal troubles continue.
Spain scolds Ryanair RYANAIR has been found guilty in Spain of violating the right to strike of cabin crews, and of breaching work safety regulations. Unions have revealed that the Labour Ministry has threatened to fine the budget airline on this basis, and for obstructing inspections. The company has been found to have been emailing or calling employees to check whether they were planning to stop work before the planned
strikes on July 25 and 26, and on September 28. The Labour Ministry has confirmed that it has ‘given the company notice of infractions,’ but refused to give further details. Ryanair has been clashing with unions for a year over contracts, pay, and work conditions, with the company using Irish legislation for its employment agreements even for those employees based in other countries.
In July, strikes by cabin and cockpit crews disrupted 600 flights in Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Ireland and Italy, affecting 100,000 travellers. On September 28, cabin crew walked out again in Spain, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Italy and the Netherlands. For its part, Ryanair has said “We respect the labour rights of our employees in accordance with Irish, Spanish and EU legislation.”
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Foreign workforce TWO million foreigners are currently working in Spain, according to the latest Social Security statistics. This represents 10.6 per cent of the labour force with the majority employed in Madrid and Barcelona. Other areas with a higher densi-
ty of non-Spanish workers are Murcia, Alicante, Valencia, Malaga and the Balearic Islands. Valencia, Alicante and Murcia, each recorded more than 80,000 employees from overseas, with Malaga, Almeria, Girona, Las Palmas and
Mum of two murdered A MOTHER was reportedly stabbed to death by her ex-partner in front of their children, aged four and eight. The 42-year-old, from Senegal, was killed on Sunday in Monzon, Huesca. Her ex-partner, 48, allegedly stabbed the victim at the family home after the relationship broke down, and has been arrested by the Guardia Civil.
Zaragoza, individually accounting for over 50,000. Of the 2,010,634 employees in Spain, 835,636 are from countries within the EU (41.6 per cent), while the remainder are from outside the union. Romanians account for 304,307 foreign workers, followed by Moroccans, 225,034, and Italians, with 88,121. And overall, more than half of the foreign workers (56 per cent) are male. Aside from the 326,529 who are self-employed, most of the workers are employed in the hospitality sector, followed by agriculture, trade.
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THE former head of Bankia is on trial, accused of falsifying accounts and fraud. Rodrigo Rato, who led financial giant Bankia when it was floated on the stock market in 2011, joins 34 other individuals and clients accused of misleading investors, many of whom lost money. Sixty-nine-year-old Rato, who is also a former leader of the International Monetary Fund, faces five years in prison if found guilty of falsifying Bankia’s financial reports before it launched on the stock market. The former banker is currently serving a four-and-a-half year sentence for misusing funds when he was boss of both Caja Madrid and Bankia between 2010 and 2012. The trial is expected to last seven months, finishing at the end of June next year. More than 300,000 investors bought shares for a minimum of €1,000 following a major advertising campaign by Bankia in 2011, assuring customers of
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RODRIGO RATO: Accused of defrauding investors.
its profitability. After shares dropped significantly in value in 2012, the bank was forced to admit it had actually made a near €3 billion loss the previous year. Spain’s Central Government later bailed Bankia out, investing more than €22 billion to save the failing institution. In turn, the EU was then forced to intervene to save Spain’s banking sector. An investigating lawyer, Fernando Andreu, told the court the results given to investors in 2011 had been ‘completely false’ adding Bankia’s subsequent downfall brought to an end, ‘the entity’s dreams and delusions of grandeur.’ Bankia says it has since returned €1.9 billion to more than 220,000 smaller investors since 2016. Fernande Herrero, secretary general of the Adicae association of bank users, claims that does not go far enough, saying, ‘for us, that doesn’t settle the incredibly serious fraud that was committed.’
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Speedy debt tribunals FIRMS and families undergoing bankruptcy proceedings have been thrown a lifeline, after a Spanish precedent was set by the Mercantile Court of Barcelona, which has approved a new protocol to speed up judicial ‘forgiveness’. Provided those affected are ‘without fault’ and have liquidated their assets, they could see the process of going to court and reaching an agreement with creditors, slashed from 15 to three months.
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TOURIST RISE: October was one of the best months on records for Madrid tourism.
Madrid visit boost MORE than 900,000 people visited the Spanish capital of Madrid last month, an increase of 5 per cent on September and the highest figure on record. It comes also as figures from Spain’s National Institute of Statistics (INE) showed almost 9,634,770 people visited Madrid during the last 12 months. That is a rise of 3.1 per cent on the previous 12 months. There were also almost 1,834,000 overnight stays in the city during October, 4.6 per cent more than in the same month in 2017. The amount of tourists in the Spanish capital
rose by 5.5 per cent year-on-year. That is higher than the same figure for the Madrid region, 5.3 per cent, and Spain as a whole, 2.3. A total of 42 more hotels had opened from October 2017 to the end of last month, bringing the total open to 827. The increase in hotel openings means there are 2,888 more beds available in the city than there were 12 months ago, an increase of 3.4 per cent. Hotel employment rates have risen by 1.1 per cent in total year-on-year, with 11,817 workers employed in the sector.
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Donating blood in Spain
LIVING in Spain can bring with it an array of issues which may not have been encountered when living in the UK. There are lots of things to consider, and we are here to help try to make the transition and life in Spain a little easier by compiling a series of helpful facts and figures relating to a variety of topics.
In Spain, Blood Components and Services are provided by 17 Regional Blood Transfusion Services. Despite their autonomous operations management, every regional service is fully incorporated into a unique and common Public National Health System, supplying a cohesive blood transfusion care to all citizens, residents, and visitors in Spain based on 100 per cent voluntary and non-remunerated blood donation. For more general information, visit www.msps.es. Anyone who has lived continuously in the UK between 1980 and 1996 (a minimum of one year) will not be able to donate blood in Spain due to the risk of transmitting mad cow disease. Similarly, there are restrictions if you have received a blood transfer in the UK. However, each region may have different rules about donation. Call the donation helpline on 935 573 500. Alternatively, visit www.donorsang.gencat.cat to find out if you are eligible. If you are eligible, you can give blood at your local hospital, or via the Spanish Red Cross (Cruz Roja) at one of their clinics, or in one of their mobile units. You can check dates and locations by visiting www.donarsangre.org. A donor card is not necessary to give blood. On the first visit you will have to provide DNI, NIE, passport or a driving licence. If you are already registered in the Blood Bank, you only need a donor card or a document with your name and surname. The process of blood donation takes just 10 minutes in which 450 ml are collected (equating to 10 per cent of the total blood circulation of an adult person). Despite huge technological advances, the only way for hospitals to obtain blood is through the generosity of the public. The blood is carefully screened for disease to make sure it is safe. After a tattoo, you must wait four months to be eligible to donate. After surgery, the exclusion period will depend on the type of intervention. After minor surgical procedures, you cannot donate blood for seven days or until you are fully recovered. After undergoing major surgery, you will not be able to donate blood for four months. The rarest blood type is AB, present in 1 per cent of Caucasians, according to research by the America Red Cross. Blood transfusions are carried out daily in Spanish hospitals with more than 6,200 patients being given them, of whom almost a quarter are fighting cancer and a similar figure receiving transfusions during or after surgery. Spain has around two million donors in total, but needs closer to four million.
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Sex attackers want compo A LAWYER, Agustin Martinez, representing Angel Boza of the infamous ‘Wolf Pack’ has made it known that his client will claim compensation for ‘unfairly’ being sentenced to prison. Angel Boza was released from prison on Friday after serving time for the theft of sunglasses. Bozais is claiming compensation from the State for the four months he was incarcerated in prison. Spanish media report that Boza’s lawyer Martinez is convinced his client was sentenced to four months due to social pressure as Boza is a member of ‘La Manada’ (Wolf Pack), the five men convicted of sexual abuse of a girl in 2016. “The judges do not live in an urn away from television,” claimed Martinez on Spanish TV.
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28 arrested after string of drugs raids THE Guardia Civil has arrested 28 people aged between 22 and 59 for belonging to a criminal group involved in drug trafficking in Madrid, Jaen and Albacete. During Operation ‘Rosas Negras,’ 14 raids were made simultaneously in which 4,789 grams of cocaine were seized, 472 grams of marihuana, and 5 grams of hashish. Other equipment including large hydraulic presses, packaging machines, precision scales, a stolen sawn-off shotgun, two compressed air cabins, five cars, jewellery and €19,500 in cash was also confiscated. An investigation began when officers discovered a cocaine trade taking place in Tomelloso by two men with
DRUGS DEN: Officers discovered a large haul of narcotics.
extensive criminal records. Enquiries then led police to the head of the organisation, who was in charge of administering and distributing the cocaine from a house that also served as a laboratory. From here a network was uncovered which involved the transportation of the drugs from Madrid and Parla to smaller districts.
Women step up in property market MORE women are handling property transactions, it has emerged. Women now carry out 45 per cent of all real estate transactions in Spain, up from only 28 per cent five years ago. The figure represents a 60 per cent boost in women closing deals in the
property sector. Statistics show women now account for more than half the workforce of estate agents, but hold only 9 per cent of managerial positions. The number of women working in real estate has increased by more than 53 per cent in the last five years, meaning up to
84,000 jobs out of the 157,500 in the industry are occupied by women. Mercedes Blanco, First Vice President of FIABICI, the world’s largest real estate network, said, “20 years ago the sector was mostly dominated by men, but now the presence of women is growing.”
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Case thrown out A JUDGE has acquitted two female activists who were accused of committing hate crimes after they chained themselves, topless, to an altar at Almudena Cathedral in Madrid. The Spanish Association of Christian Lawyers had requested two years in prison
for ‘a crime against religious sentiments.’ But it was ruled that the members of Femen had ‘only defended the right to abortion,’ in protest against the reform of the abortion law, proposed by the Popular Party which ‘eliminates the free abortion in the first weeks of gestation.’
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Life-saving technology STATE of the art defibrillators have been donated by the Spain Health Foundation to the Guardia Civil in Valencia, Andalucia, Cataluña and now Madrid. In police stations across Spain, almost 200 devices have been put in place, equipped with an intelligent technology that checks the patient to resuscitation of attempts after cardiac arrest. A foundation spokesperson said ‘there is a maximum time of 10 minutes to act, although every minute, the possibilities are reduced between 8 and 10 per cent. The Guardia Civil’s Madrid headquarters in Guzman el Bueno Street is the latest to take receipt of a defibrillator. A police source said: “The tool has been placed in a location close to the street so that it can be used in the event that a citizen requires it near the Gen-
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INTELLIGENT DEVICES: Latest in a roll out of defibrillators at Guardia Civil stations across Spain. eral Directorate of the Corps complex in Madrid, as the ones currently installed are in different internal dependencies of the headquarters of the Guardia Civil.” The latest generation defibrillators are ‘intelligent’ devices that take the decision to produce the electric shock or not, depending on the previous
check carried out by the machine itself. As such, they can be used by ‘anybody’ as no independent medical decision is necessary. The Guardia Civil has 189 defibrillators spread across the country. Since the beginning of 2017, 400 training talks have been given, attended by more than 3,500 officers.
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THOUSANDS protested across Spain on Sunday to mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Armed with banners and slogans, demonstrators took to the streets in Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla, Valencia, Malaga, Bilbao and Murcia to take a united stance against sexism and related crimes. Speaking to Spanish press during a rally in Madrid, a spokeswoman for Mujeres CCOO said “We are here for all of those women who have been murdered in Madrid and in Spain. We are taking it very personally.” According to government statistics, 972 women have been killed by their partners or ex-partners in Spain since
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Marches against gender violence MADRID: One of many locations which staged protests. 2003, 44 of those this year. Violence against women has been a key political issue in Spain since 2004 when new laws were introduced relating to the crime. In a Twitter post before the rallies, Mujeres CCOO said: “We demand compliance with
the state pact against violence against women and girls in each and every one of its measures, so that legal and institutional guardianship is effective. “We must end this scourge, and call for effective policies against violence against
women and non-discrimination in all social areas.” Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, responded to the national protest by re-affirming his government’s ‘commitment’ to eradicate violence against women and a ‘culture of sexism’.
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WILD BOAR: Involved in 80 per cent of accidents caused by animals.
Wildlife involved in third of collisions ANIMALS on the road were the cause of almost 2,500 traffic accidents in Cataluña so far this year, a rise of 100 per cent since 2010. According to figures released by the Mossos d’Esquadra, 80 per cent of incidents reported involved wild boar, with deer, roe deer or foxes also implicated. Head of Mossos Traffic in Poniente, Jordi Batista, said “the number of accidents due to animal invasion in the road represents 30 per cent of total traffic accidents in Cataluña in 2018.” He added that the animals ‘usually appear on conventional roads at night, during the spring and autumn, when they go out in search of something to eat’. While incidents of this sort have increased significantly since 2010, when 1,119 accidents were registered, the number of accidents involving animals ‘decreased compared to 2015’, when there were 4,512 cases, the highest recorded. Batista added that ‘about 5 per cent of accidents due to animals in the road result in human injury, although the majority are not deadly’. In 2017, four people were killed in accidents of this kind.
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Woman plunges to her death A PENSIONER who died after falling from a fifth floor on Monday was about to be evicted from her privately rented home, according to reports. Emergency services arrived at the scene in Madrid, where the 65year-old was ‘in cardiorespiratory arrest,’ and passed away. It has since been reported that the deceased had lived at the apartment for four years, but didn’t open the door when a ‘court official’ and policed arrived at the property with a ‘judicial release order’ to ‘execute eviction.’
VANDALS: Painted swastikas onto the Omnium Cultural building.
Nazi vandals
VANDALS have scrawled swastikas onto the front of a cultural centre in Barcelona. The Omnium Cutural association took to Twitter to slam the graffiti, which came to light on Monday morning. Leaders from political parties on all sides have also condemned the act. Marcel Mauri, spokesman and vice president of Omnium Cultural, tweeted, “we will continue to be deeply antifascist, committed to rights and freedoms. Although some would like it,
they will never silence us.” He added, “in spite of the attacks of the most extreme intolerance, in @omnium today and always we will continue working for the defence of the rights and the liberties of all #NoPassaran.” Omnium Cultural is a Catalan association, set up during the reign of Franco in the 1960s to promote Catalan language and culture. The organisation was eventually driven underground under Franco.
Susanna Segovia, a spokeswoman for left leaning Barcelona en Comu, also slammed the actions of those who painted the swastikas, tweeting, “intolerance and fascism believe that two threats and aggressions will silence those of us who think differently. Nothing new on your part. Neither on ours: we will not be silent.” A spokemsan for the Partits dels Socialistes de Cataluña, Miquel Iceta, also condemned the graffiti, tweeting, “we strongly condemn the intimidating actions against the headquarters of Omnium. All aggressions, all violence, all intimidation deserves the rejection of all democrats. We demand respect as a requirement to coexist in freedom. Two parties, the Partido Popular (PP), and Ciutadans, are yet to comment.
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FRANCE ROADBLOCKS set up by protestors donning yellow hi-vis vests stopped traffic on roads across France for the sixth day in a row last Thursday, with the demonstrations taking place against what activists claimed were rising fuel costs and falling living standards.
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RALLIES: ‘Yellow vest’ protests have been staged across France.
GERMANY
Deporting ban
DENMARK became the latest country to halt the shipment of arms to Saudi Arabia last week due to concerns over the Middle Eastern country’s involvement in the Yemen Civil War and the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
RULES which prevent Syrians in Germany being deported back to their home country are set to remain in place, Interior Minister Horst Seehofer said, after the candidate to succeed Chancellor Angela Merkel, Annegret KrampKarrenbauer, suggested scrapping it.
ORGANISATIONS who work with young homeless people in Denmark have claimed there are around 1,600 more people aged between 18 and 29 on the streets since 2009, an increase of 33 per cent and higher than other Scandinavian countries.
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MEMBERS of Sweden’s Parliament are set to vote next Wednesday on whether to allow Stefan Lofven, the current centre-left Social Democrat caretaker Prime Minister, to form a new government after previous elections left no party with a working majority.
THE Amnesty International human rights NGO has claimed that Eastern European migrants in Sweden live in ‘desperate and dangerous’ conditions and has accused the government of doing nothing to improve the situation.
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Gallery row PLANS for Paris’ Louvre art gallery to hold an exhibition marking 500 years since artist Leonardo da Vinci’s death next May have been opposed by Italy’s far right La Liga party which is against the previous Italian government’s decision to donate paintings for it.
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Sale strike WORKERS for the online retailer Amazon in Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia staged walkouts from their nightshifts last week in a bid to disrupt the Black Friday sale in protest against the long hours staff have on the day.
NORWAY
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Threat rise
THE NETHERLANDS is sinking quicker than previously thought, meaning cities and rural areas could face billions of euros in damage according to a new study from the Centre for Geodesy and Geo-informatics (NCG).
POLICE in Norway have claimed they have faced significantly more threats and violence this year, with officers in Oslo releasing figures which show the number of cases in the capital have risen by 43 per cent since 2016.
Name slip
Budget gaffe
OFFICIALS from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have accidentally released the names of 22 moderate rebel groups in Syria backed by the Dutch government, previously state secrets due to security reasons, with some having allegedly committed human rights violations.
COUNCILLORS in Hordaland have been criticised after releasing draft budget plans for next year in which the letter ‘x’ appeared in place of figures referring to road lengths and money, with the authority’s spokesperson claiming the wrong version had been released.
BELGIUM
Booze rise
New reserves
THE number of underage Belgians admitted to hospital emergency rooms due to excessive alcohol consumption rose to 2,334 in 2017, an increase of 8 per cent on the previous year according to new data from the Inter-Mutualist Agency (AIM).
REGIONAL authorities in Wallonia have approved plans to create three new nature reserves according to agriculture spokesperson Rene Collin who said they would be located in La Roche-en Ardenne, Marche and Nassogne and Hamoir.
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With six editions on the Spanish Costas and Mallorca we cover the main expat areas of Spain - take a look at what is happening around our regions. should leave, but those of us who had no other place to go have stayed, and today the technicians have told us that we can continue to be here, that there is no danger in our houses.” Soto explained he was not in the building when the rocks fell.
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Star unveiled BO DEREK brought Hollywoodstyle glamour to Almeria at the weekend. The American actress unveiled her star on the Almeria Walk of Fame and received the Almeria, Land of Cinema Homage award at the closing gala of the Almeria International Film Festival on Saturday night. “I adore Spain. It’s my second home, and especially Almeria. Almeria has a rich history of cinema. Many thanks for making me part of it.” Best known for her memorable role in 1979 romcom ‘10’ starring Dudley Moore, Derek was in Almeria 18 years ago to shoot an episode of TV series Queen of Swords in various locations, including Texas Hollywood in Tabernas, San Jose in Nijar and the Alcazaba fortification in the capital. She now focuses on producing documentaries and said she hadn’t ruled out making one in Almeria. Earlier in the week star of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Alison Doody unveiled her own star on the Almeria Walk of Fame.
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Rapist jailed THE Provincial Court of Malaga has sentenced a man to 11 years in prison for raping a waitress. He is banned from contacting her or getting within 500 metres for 17 years, and has been ordered to compensate her €33,000. The incident took place in Torremolinos in October 2017, and the
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Missing Norah found FOUND: Missing 63-year-old found.
A BRITISH woman with Alzheimer’s disease, who was reported missing in Benidorm, has been found alive and well at the bottom of a crevice. Sources reported that Norah disappeared on Saturday morning, with CCTV footage spotting her leave the Gran Bali hotel at 5.15am. The family appealed for help from the police and the community, revealing Norah, 63, had left the hotel without her phone or money. At the beginning of the fourth day of the search, they flew out from Britain to assist. Norah’s photo and a description of her clothes were spread across Benidorm by the devoted community, who organised search parties and began a social media campaign. On Tuesday afternoon, a man alerted the police to Norah’s whereabouts, near the outskirts of the resort. She had reportedly fallen into a crevice and was unable to free herself. Norah was found in ‘good condition,’ but taken to the Villajoyosa hospital as a precaution.
man has not only been convicted of rape and injury, but of robbery with intimidation. The Court noted the ‘brutality’ of the crime, with violence that was both physical and sexual, the aggressor becoming enraged ‘because the woman had rejected his repeated advances.’ When the woman went into the kitchen, the detainee hid himself and waited until he was the only remaining customer on the premises. He then sprang out and beat her, and threatened the woman that he
would kill her if she did not let him rape her. The victim relented and the detainee even robbed the till before leaving.
AXARQUIA
Homeward bound RESIDENTS of one urbanisation in Torrox have been told they can return to their homes after a recent rock fall forced them out. Officials allowed residents of
the Calaceite neighbourhood to come home after a landslide broke windows and doors in one apartment block prompted technicians to clear the area and inspect the damage. Technicians from the municipal ICS consulting and engineering company carried out a thorough inspection of the site, according to the community vice-president, Miguel Soto. He said, “initially, the Local Police came shortly after the rock fall occurred and told us we
MALLORCA is in mourning following the death of a hugely popular bar restaurant and live music venue owner, Guillermo Lera, who was killed in a motorbike accident on Sunday. The 38-year-old proprietor of Shamrock in Palma was riding his Yamaha XVS when he left the road and collided with a post outside the Gesa building. Emergency services were quickly on the scene, but could do nothing to save the businessman. Guillermo played an active role in Palma life having transformed his business into an eclectic music, gastronomic and sports venue, attracting bands from across the island. The sailing enthusiast also sponsored the Shamrock rugby team. One of the many tributes posted on Facebook read: ‘His spirit will undoubtedly remain latent in Shamrock, the place where thousands of people from Palma had the privilege of vibrating to the best live concerts. Palma music, culture and sport worlds are in mourning.’ The Guardia Civil has opened an investigation into the fatal accident.
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Going digital BANKING groups BBVA and Santander have joined the EU International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (IATBA). EU officials have revealed that the IATBA will launch in the first financial quarter of 2019, with the aim of developing EU blockchain regulation and delivering EU wide blockchain applications. BBVA recently carried out a €132 million loan on a blockchain network through a group of three funding banks including French banking group BNP Paribas and Japan’s Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG).
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is the amount that Deutsche Bank is investing to modernise and relaunch €300 million This its retail banking business in Spain and Italy.
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CGD offloads banks PORTUGUESE state-owned banking firm Caixa Geral de Depositos (CGD) has entered into two separate transactions to divest stakes in its foreign subsidiaries Banco Caixa Geral and Mercantile Bank. In the first deal, CGD has agreed to sell 99.79 per cent of Spanish subsidiary Banco Caixa Geral to Abanca Corporacion Bancaria for a sum of €364 million. Banco Caixa Geral annual turnover of €7 billion and a network of 110 offices, the three key markets being: Extremadura, Galicia
By Tom Wood and Madrid. Its takeover, overseen by Banco de Investimento and Societe Generale, will see Abanca’s business grow by 10 per cent and reach revenues of €82 billion. In the second deal, CGD selected South African retail bank Capitec Bank to acquire Mercantile Bank for €201 million through a bidding process. Mercantile Bank’s core business is banking for small to medium-sized
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enterprises and entrepreneurs, an area that Capitec is seeking to expand in. For CGC the sale of Banco Caixa Geral and Mercantile Bank is part of a recapitalisation plan under which it is looking to offload its non-core operations outside of Portugal. The transactions will be subject to meeting a variety of conditions including regulatory approvals where applicable. The process will also be subject to the legal requirements of both Spain and South Africa.
THE latest OECD Economic Survey of Spain projects growth of 2.6 per cent this year, 2.2 per cent in 2019 and 1.9 per cent in 2020. It lays out an agenda for making the economy more inclusive and enabling further expansion, while noting sizeable risks to the global outlook. The survey highlights a range of regional disparities across Spain, with wide variation in income inequality, poverty, labour markets and educational outcomes, as well as low intra-regional migration.
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Bank breach THE Bank of Spain has fined Bankia a total of €2.1 million for committing ‘serious’ infractions by ignoring regulations related to the Law of Sustainable Economy, and ‘deficiencies in contracts’ in 2014.
Room boom SUNNY OUTLOOK: Solarpack’s future looks bright. SPANISH solar company Solarpack will launch on the stock market on December 5, the National Securities Market Commission has revealed. Solarpack will float 38.5 per cent of its shares for purchase by institutional investors, giving it a market capitalisation of between €260 and €306 million. The company has set an indicative and non-binding price range of €8-10 per share. Funds raised will be invested in acquiring operating as-
sets in Spain, in the company’s wide portfolio of projects, and in the development of new ones. Solarpack is continuing the development and construction of the Granja project in Chile, the Monclova and Grullas plants in Spain and the KA2 project in India. It is the fifth company to go public in Spain this year, and Solarpack now has a presence in Spain, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Colombia, USA, South Africa, Malaysia, Vietnam and India.
ACCORDING to Spain’s Ministry of Tourism, Spanish hoteliers make up 25 per cent of the hotel rooms in Jamaica, and they are committed to becoming even more influential contributors to the economic development of the country.
Wired up TELECOMMUNICATIONS companies in Spain brought in €375 million in 2017, representing a 40 per cent increase on the previous year, making the industry one of the strongest growing sectors and generating many new jobs.
Sanchez talks up Cuba SPAIN’S Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has paid a two-day visit to Cuba to enhance economic and political ties between the two nations. Sanchez’s trip is the first by a Spanish prime minister in more than three decades, a sign that Madrid is willing to expand cooperation with Cuba, which has been reaching out to European countries amid deteriorating ties with the United States. Spain is Cuba’s third largest trading partner,
with a bilateral exchange of €1.1 billion last year. More than 100 Spanish companies operate in Cuba, most in the tourism sector through partnerships between Spanish hotel chains and Cuban firms. Sanchez was accompanied by his Minister of Industry, Trade and Tourism, Reyes Maroto, as well as a group of 200 entrepreneurs from different sectors.
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Leading IBEX firms post profit figures THE biggest companies listed on Sp a i n ’s st o c k ex change m a d e m o r e th an €30.7 billion in profits between them from January to September this year, about 1.6 per cent less than 2017. Total profits for companies in t h e I B E X 3 5 , th e stock market’s benchmark index, we r e h i t b y m o re than €3.4 billion in extraordinary a c c o u n t i n g l os s es from the Naturgy gas firm. If these losses are excluded the firms made almost €33.8 billion in total, an increase of 10.9 per cent compared t o t h e f i r st n in e months of last year, figures show. The figures exclude those from the fashion firm and owners of Zara Inditex, which posts its profit figures two months after other
CASHING IN: Most leading firms on Spain’s stock market posted profits. IBEX companies. Data from the supermarket chain Dia is also not included. Santander led IBEX firms in earnings, making more than €5.7 billion during the first nine months of this year. That is an increase of
more than 13 per cent compa re d to the s a me pe riod last year. O the r ba nks inc luding B B VA , C a ixa B a nk a nd Bankia also posted earnings of about €4.3 billion, almost €1.8 billion and €744
million respectively. The IAG airline group, which owns Iberia and British Airways, saw the la rge s t ye a r-on-ye a r increase in profits with a rise of 57.4 pe r c e nt to more than €2.5 billion. In the energy sector, Endesa made almost €1.2 billion, an increase of almost 10 per cent, while Iberdrola’s profits fell by 13.5 per cent to more than €2 billion. Naturgy and the Cellnex telecommunications company were the only two companies to post losses. The figures come amidst concerns over an economic slowdown in Spain due to rising oil prices, the tariff trade wars provoked by the United States and ongoing uncertainty over Brexit.
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Minister house firm claims SPAIN’S Economy Minister has said she has long-since ended connections with a company some have alleged was set up by her family to dodge taxes on a home purchase. Nadia Calviño said she ceased to have relations with Aldael Consultants in 2004, four years after it was founded. Her denial comes as a national Spanish newspaper claimed Calviño had used the company to buy a house in a Madrid suburb and was able to save thousands in taxes. Economy Ministry sources said Calviño had ‘zero’ ties with the firm. Calviño’s professional and ministerial activity was separate from the firm as shown by the minister’s declarations of income and salary which are in the public domain, the sources added. The newspaper making the allegations claimed Calviño used the company, created by her and her husband in 2000, to buy the property in the Mirasierra area of Madrid. The purchase through the company would have saved Calviño tens of thousands in tax bills, according to the same newspaper. The practice is legal as deductions are applied according to Tax Agency criteria. The newspaper also alleged Calviño and her husband hid their control of the firm behind two ‘frontmen’ who are listed as the official owners in Madrid’s Mercantile Registry. Records show the company had no employees at the end of last year and that its declared assets were worth €1.6 million.
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Capitalist through and through LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT I DIDN’T have the advantage of hailing from a rich or privileged background. The only thing my parents had to hand me on a plate, were the dietary minimums they could afford, from the sparse income my father could glean from a country all but wiped out from the ravages of a war. We had an outside toilet, with carefully cut squares of newspaper dangling from a piece of string, and our biggest culinary delight was rabbit, when my dad had the good fortune to knock one down in his capacity as an overnight lorry driver collecting fruit and vegetables from Covent Garden. We couldn’t use one of our three small bedrooms on account of the damp running down the walls, and I became the last in my class to obtain ‘long trousers,’ simply because my parents couldn’t afford to buy them. Both my parents, and indeed, to my knowledge the whole family, were staunch Labour supporters. When I was around 10 years old, my father’s employers went out of business. I couldn’t grasp all the implications of this disas-
REWARDS: Why shouldn’t people enjoy the fruits of their businesses? ter, but can clearly remember my dad telling my tearful mother that ‘all of his mates were now out of work.’ Is it therefore any wonder that as soon as my young mind could grasp the fundamentals, I began to search for a more acceptable alternative to the undoubted poverty and struggle of those early days? These early lessons would soon lead me unerringly along the path of capitalism and the policies of the right. Consequently, when today I hear of the vast sums earned by leaders of in-
dustry, it fazes me not one iota. If an individual is capable of creating a company which enables its employees, often running into thousands, to live, eat and lead a happy and comfortable existence, why shouldn’t they be rewarded with a large yacht, or drive a Bentley? To me it makes utter common sense that they should reap the harvest of their endeavours, and also in the process, create goals and examples for budding future industrial leaders. We are not all equal. This ridiculous leftwing bias against anyone who has the acumen
and intelligence to better themselves and earn a nice few quid en route, is generally led by wasters and bitter benefit scroungers, whose first instinct at the sight of a board room table would be to chop it up and use it as firewood. If we were left being run by this lot and their Trotskyite heroes, who constantly play on their misguided intentions to further their own hypocritical ends, then there is only one way to go; down into the financial and political abyss where the socialists have always taken us the minute they run out of other people’s money. I still remain a staunch capitalist and believe the country, and indeed the whole planet, should be run as a business. I am however utterly disillusioned by the current Conservative Party and its (fundamentally ‘remain’) leader. I consider we have been sold out on Brexit, and have had a total rethink of my opinion of Guy Fawkes! I would, however, never relinquish my capitalist opinions. Change my vote to Labour and the policies of the left? No thanks. Frankly, the thought of Corbyn, Abbott and their gang of anti-Semites smirking on the steps of Number 10 is a nightmare I can well do without. Keep the faith. Love, Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com.
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TECH FOR THE TIMID DID y o u k n o w B r its are ju s t about the only folks using satnavs? As young people increasingly lose the ability to find their way unaided, according to studies, GPS systems (aka the Brits’ ‘satnavs’) are now so ubiquitous, so essential to 21st-century life that the world will apparently shudder to a standstill without them. Let’s hope Vladimir Putin isn’t reading this. Dedicated GPS manufacturers like TomTom and Garmin (the Kodaks of our era?) cling on tenuously as smartphone navigation improves exponentially, but for how long? In fact, is there still any advantage to buying a dedicated GPS unit f o r y o u r c a r, rath er th an sticking your smartphone on a dashboard mount? And if you go that route (literally), are the freebie apps fine or does paying get you something better? Using a dedicated GPS does still o ff e r a f e w m in o r ad v a n -
Lost in navigation
Where would we be without GPS, asks Terence Kennedy
tages. It’s not dependent on the availability of a mobile phone signal, it doesn’t nibble away at your data plan, it won’t use up your phone’s battery, because it’s a one-trick-pony it may be slightly more accurate than your multipurpose phone, and a good GPS should be faster at recalculating your route. But the gaps are closing fast. Even some of the free smartphone navigation apps now offer live traffic information, you can com-
pensate for smartphone battery drain by plugging the thing in, a nd by dow nloa ding the ma ps you want in advance you can improve accuracy in case you lose mobile signal on the way. Fighting back, most GPS manufacturers now offer lifetime map updates on their devices - Catch 22 is that they are only for the area where you bought the device. Head to the USA or Australia or some such and downloa ding the ir ma ps c a n be
ludicrously expensive. Then there’s the ultimate scam: buying a new car, you may get free navigation and maps built-in. This year. Until update time when you pay, repeatedly, or all you’ve got left is a pretty ornament on your dashboard. If you do decide to go with a smartphone, you can certainly use the tried-and-trusted free apps from Google or Apple. Or indeed the rapidly-advancing alternative, Here WeGo, or Waze whose users actually feed back traffic information in real time, a boon if you regularly encounter traffic jams or roadworks. MapFactor sounds like a cosmetic, but it’s free and well reviewed, as is the hugely popular Sygic with 50 million downloads so far and counting. As for me, whatever device I use, it’s just wonderful to know these days that I can find almost anywhere with just an address, a GPS and a GPS override. That’s my wife.
Recalculating... FAMOUSLY the owner of a f ancy new Mer cedes drove it straight into a raging river in Leicestershire a while back. Because the GPS told her to. An Australian piloted his luxury vehicle down a set of steps, disastrously. On the instruction of his GPS. A Syrian trucker ended up i n Gi br al t ar Poi nt i n Li ncol nshi r e when he shoul d have been som e 2,500 ki l om et r es i n t he ot her di r ect i on - i n t hat ‘other’ Gibraltar. And who r em em ber s that classic BBC story a couple of years back, when a coach t r i p of UK pensi oner s on an out i ng t o Belgium ended up in Spain instead despite their growing protests to the utterly impervious driver. He only finally conceded defeat when they pointed out t he r at her t el l i ng r oad si gn: Bi enveni do a
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Oh! Beautiful Benidorm OH what a year it has been! We started it in Palm Beach, Florida and finished it in Benidorm! Having seen how the other half lives, we thought of seeing the remaining half! Benidorm gained its reputation from an English TV series, as a cheap and cheerful Spanish resort where the Brits, beer louts and all sorts go for all-inclusive sunshine holidays in Europe. But earlier this year, we saw a TV documentary by Alex Polizzi featuring Benidorm based on a personal visit and I was truly captivated and intrigued by it as she named it Spectacular Spain! To celebrate our joint birthdays this time around I suggested to Clive that we go for a ‘tongue in cheek’ celebration and head to Benidorm to see it for ourselves. Reluctant to agree at first, he eventually succumbed, ready to be disappointed or as he says ‘to take it all with a pinch of salt.’ Five hours drive later, we had reached our destination! ...And suddenly, we’re in a different Spain, with skyscrapers stretched along miles of seafront something normally not existing on
Benidorm sometimes gets a bad press, but intrigued by a TV documentary Nena Jacques decided to find out for herself…
BENIDORM: A different Spain.
GREAT TIME: Nena and Clive loved Benidorm. Spanish coastlines. But it does in Benidorm. And surprisingly we discovered the summer-time beer louts were replaced by groups doing Tai Chi and open air Yoga on the beach. There was even a Spanish chorus practis-
ing in one corner of the promenade where even strolling sun-worshippers joined in the enchanting Spanish lyrics. Clive booked us in a hotel for three nights B and B and each day we just happily sat in the Benidorm
Old Town soaking up the glorious sunshine in a lofty square overlooking the whole stretch of Benidorm. No photo can give justice to this magnificent setting. And for our birthday celebration finale, we went for a Dinner and
Show at the Benidorm Palace where the show could equally be in par with those in Chicago or Las Vegas (sorry no pictures allowed inside the palace and during the show). Truly spectacular and the service was excellent! I am so glad we visited Benidorm and had a memorable birthday. Lots of people call Benidorm the Chicago of Spain or Las Vegas of Spain but in my opinion and personal experience, it is ‘almost’ the Miami of Spain. I agree with Alex Polizzi, indeed it is truly Splendid! And oh!.... everyone speaks English in Benidorm, mostly with British accents. I also strongly suggest not to visit it during the peak of summer.
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NO matter whether you are Leave, Remain or Just Very Bored of Tunbridge Wells, news that David Cameron fancied returning to frontline politics as Foreign Secretary must have had everyone checking it wasn’t April Fool’s Day. Well, he may have been ‘bored s***less’ in his £25,000 ‘writing’ shed these past two years; meanwhile, thanks to his actions, most of the country’s been scared s***less. Cameron returning to politics would be like the deserting rat returning to the ship it tried to scuttle. Thanks, but no thanks! But why ‘bored s***less’? Didn’t Profumo retire to a soup kitchen? Yes,
RETURN?: It appears David Cameron would like to be Foreign Secretary.
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Stay in your shed, David! Didn’t you do enough damage first time round? there’s a lot of good work out there a bored ex-politician could do. Like teaching, charity work or one of the caring services. Alternatively, give him a one-way ticket and install him as Governor of Bermuda. Even better: South Georgia - all those penguins to talk to. Admittedly, when bored, who hasn’t occasionally thought of some wheeze or other to while away the time? Foreign Secretary, yep, that’d do it. Or maybe a diplomat, helping out a bit with trade deals in nice warm countries. Or Governor of the Bank of England. Basically, it sounds as though Cameron decided to run a return to politics up the flagpole to see who’d salute it. Then, seeing the negative reac-
tion he denied everything. Not a very convincing performance but ’twas ever thus with him. Having made the worst political decision of modern times, authorising a referendum on EU membership, he wanted to come back and make a spectacular pig’s ear of things once again. He alone is responsible for the bitter divisions within his own party. He backed a vote he didn’t need to have, then ‘scuttled off’ when things went belly up. A final thought: couldn’t he have a second bromance with Clegg over at err, Facepage? He’d be paid loads and he’d think he was doing something worthwhile. It wouldn’t let him do any real harm and the UK would be free of him in frontline politics. A win-win for everyone! Nora Johnson’s psychological crime thrillers ‘The Girl in the Woods,’ ‘The Girl in the Red Dress,’ ‘No Way Back,’ ‘Landscape of Lies,’ ‘Retribution,’ ‘Soul Stealer,’ ‘The De Clerambault Code’ (www.no ra-johnson.net) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.99;£0.99) and iBookstore. All profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity.
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LEGALLY SPEAKING
Where is their refund? We sold our house in September of last year and had to pay €3,500 tax even though we had sold at a loss of more than €50,000. We were told that we were due a full tax refund on this amount. Our solicitor told us we should have the refund by Christmas but it did not come. We contacted him in February and he told us the delay was the fault of the Spanish tax agency. We are still waiting after 14 months. Is this right? J C W (Costa Blanca) It appears that you David Searl sold your Spanish You and the Law property as non-resident in Spain owners. This requires the buyer to withhold 3 per cent of the purchase price, which is paid to Spain’s tax agency on Form 211 as a guaranty against your liability to capital gains tax on your profit. Since you made no profit, you have no capital gains tax, and this deposit will be refunded to you. The Tax Agency has promised to make these returns in 90 days. Hah! Many non-resident sellers share your problem. About all you can do is to take your Form 211 to the tax office and complain.
Send your questions for David Searl through lawyers Ubeda-Retana and Associates in Fuengirola at Ask@lawtaxspain.com, or call 952 667 090.
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Nick Horne The Rich Pick Freelance correspondent, London, England BURIED in the original paint of a 17th-century oil sketch, two fingerprints have been discovered, assumed to be the fingerprints of the painting’s creator, Rembrandt van Rijn. Coming to market for the first time in 60 years, at auction in London on December 5, the painting will be the highlight of the Old Masters Evening Sale. ‘Study of a Head of a Young Man’ is little known, a portrayal of Christ. The fingerprints were discovered during preparation for the portrait display, as part of the exhibitions 2011-2012: Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus. During extensive examination and testing using pigment analysis, dendrochronology, x-ray and infrared imaging conducted by Dr Arie Wallert and Michael Van de Laar, both formerly of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, the investigations revealed crucial facets of the painting as well as the two fingerprints on the bottom of the painting. Speaking of the discovery, Van de Laar said “As in other colour sketches by the artist, the work was also determined to have been executed in one sitting, a practice known at the time as ‘ten eersten opmaken’; to complete the whole concept in one go. “Additional colours and layers are hastily applied even before the underlay has had a chance to dry. Prone to smudging, the technique could only be accomplished by the most skilled of painters.” Dating from around 1650, Study of the Head of a Young Man measures just 10 inches, and is one of a series of small, intensely moving sketches painted by Rembrandt, of the same young man from a
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Touches of artistry neighbourhood of Amsterdam where the artist lived. Rembrandt portrays his model as Jesus Christ, seen here with his hands clasped in prayer. With the head inclined upwards, it is thought likely that Rembrandt intended this depiction of the youthful Jesus as a study for Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, a subject he treated in several drawings and an etching, but in no surviving paintings. The art historian Jacob Rosenberg has written of this sketch ‘It moves a step further from reality toward a more idealised expression of mildness and humility.’ But Rembrandt’s transition from the realistic to the imaginary is so subtle that it is almost impossible to draw a borderline between the two. Very much admired and studied, without question among the great masters, Rembrandt was a prolific painter, draughtsman and etcher. He also inspired some of the most celebrated artists who followed him. His work is highly desirable, and is found in the greatest private and public collections around the world. With paintings of this quality and condition only rarely coming to the open market, estimates in the region of £6 million and beyond for this 10-inch sketch, are considered realistic. Nick Horne, London, England.
FINGERPRINTS: Discovered on the rare painting.
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Diversionary tactics Cassandra Nash A weekly look - and not entirely impartial reaction to the Spanish political scene
APPREHENSIVE Brits living in Spain st i l l f e e l th at M a y ’s botched Brexit deal is better than no deal at all. Spain is understandably concerned that any UK deal could affect Gibraltar but it really isn’t the right moment to go mentioning vetoes. Interestingly, dragging up Gibraltar was always Franco’s go-to tactic when he wanted to deflect attention from domestic affairs. That or a hastily-arranged Madrid-Barça match, preferably in th e c a p i t a l . T h e s e d a y s L a Liga is harder to manipulate so that leaves only Gibraltar. No-one’s suggesting that the president is taking a leaf out of Fran c o ’s b o o k , b u t it n e v er comes amiss to deflect attention from domestic affairs. Does it, Pedro?
Missed opportunity “YOU left us 43 years ago but are more present than ever,” declared Luis Alfonso de Borbon, referring to his great-grandfather shortly before the anniversary of Franco’s death. Son of Franco’s granddaughter, Carmen Martinez Bordiu and Alfonso de Borbon, cousin of the Rey Emeritus Juan Carlos I, Luis Alfonso is Pretender to the French throne and has been encouraged to believe he has some claim on Spain’s. “We continue to remember you and pray for you,” continued the prince who was all of a year old when greatgrandad died. Sounds like we had a lucky escape there.
Made-tomeasure
Camps was acquitted in a Valencian Court by a Valencian jury in a verdict approved by Valencian judges that decided some made-tomeasure togs weren’t a Gurtel bribe. Notes handwritten by the nowimprisoned former PP treasurer Luis Barcenas, who raked in party funding by fair means and foul, refer to a tailor. According to Barcenas during his trial, he made suits for Mariano Rajoy and was paid with black money. Presumably a nice suit is less incriminating than wads of cash in a brown envelope - not so much money-laundering as money-tailoring.
Personality cults
WE could see this one coming a mile off: Albert Rivera wants Ciudadanos and the Partido Popular to support each other, postBOTCHED: Will the deal struck by Theresa May affect Gibraltar? election, to
WHAT is it with suits and the Partido Popular? The former president of the Va l e n c i a n community Francisco
prevent Susana Diaz’s re-election as Andalucia’s regional president. Diaz, if the polls are right, won’t get an overall majority in the December 2 regional elections. She didn’t in 2015, but after a great deal of negotiation finally reached an agreement with Ciudadanos. That’s not going to happen this time, not with Rivera still seething at Pedro Sanchez sneaking into the Moncloa when the PSOE’s poll ratings were at an all-time low and Ciudadanos at their highest ever. And Diaz can’t turn to Teresa Rodriguez, who heads Podemos in Andalucia, owing to the former’s legendary antipathy towards the regional president. In fact, it’s predicted that Rodriguez could do a CUP by demanding Diaz’s head in return for Podemos support. And CUP, remember, saddled Cataluña - and Spain - with Puigdemont after refusing to back Artur Mas’s investiture. That’s one that only December 2 can unravel but how unutterably unfair that politics are currently based on personality cults, not policies.
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Boys and their wheezes Colin Bird IT’S assumed, because this is what is expected of us, that as the years progress we become more adult and mature, which translates into being infinitely more sensible and less childish. But I have found that this is not the natural order of things, because I still giggle at the infantile, and on the all too rare occasions when I meet up with old pals from the 70’s who now live in far flung places, we laugh uproariously at some of the wheezes we once got up to. We were all in our mid-to-late 2 0 ’s t h e n , s o i n t h e o r y s h o u l d have known better according to the accepted wisdom on these matters. But this was far from the case. When I woke up stark naked on the splendid Horseshoe Bay beach in Bermuda one morning, wonder-
HAVING FUN: Maybe not very mature though. ing how I got there and then realising with some trepidation that my clothes were missing, I simply smiled because I knew that if places were reversed, I would have done exactly the same thing to my buddy who belatedly turned up with my gear folded neatly and sporting a big grin from ear to ear.
The fact that I had just had an embarrassing encounter with an early morning female dog walker didn’t faze me one bit. This was part and parcel of the game. How I came to be there in the first place is another story. When on another occasion, a house
It’s not rocket science Mike Senker In my opinion Views of a Grumpy Old Man I USE McAfee to protect my computer. I know there are loads of free ones out there but I’ve used the same one for years, and to be honest, the free ones in my experience are always trying to download something I don’t want and it’s often the case with this stuff, where you have to uncheck the box not to get it. So, I got a notice saying my account was coming up for renewal. I used to have automatic renewal but stopped when I found if I waited, I’d get offered a deal, and sure enough, the offer was, if I renewed in the next 24 hours I could get it for two years at a discounted price plus a £40 cash back offer. I thought I would take a closer look at that deal. The trouble was, when I tried to renew, the offer wasn’t there. This was about 9pm by the way. I went to the ‘contact us’ section and found they had a live chat option so I thought I’d have go at that. I filled in the usual bits and bobs - email address, username blah blah - then got a message from a person whose name I could not
pronounce and even tell what gender they were. I don’t think there were even any vowels in the name but it would score about 400 points in Scrabble. They asked how they could help and I explained the situation and was told ‘no problem.’ They asked what package I wanted and I asked what ones were available. They told me a few different options and I asked what was best. They told me and I said OK, paid for it and downloaded it. I then realised it had one thing different in it that was a bit of a nuisance so I decided they had flogged me the wrong one. This meant I now had to start the whole live chat thing again. They cancelled the first one they had sold me and gave me the second one. Then I had to download anther form to get my £40 cash back. It was now 1.30am! The moral of this grump is: don’t make life difficult. Just tell me my renewal is coming up and this is the best price. Don’t make me fill in forms. Life would be so much easier if you didn’t have 10 different deals for the same thing. A simple ‘Dear Sir, your renewal is due. It’s £39 and this is our best discounted price. Please press accept.’ Not rocket science is it? mikesenker@gmail.com.
mate saw my friend Dougie take an exotically coloured pill, and on enquiring, was told conspiratorially that if he took just one, it would set him up for the a l l n i g h t p a r t y l a t e r. T h e w o r d ‘speed’ might have been mentioned. When we gathered later in our
favourite watering hole, our housemate was buzzing around like a demented hornet and chattering like a tape recorder on fast forward. He even shouldered in a new beer keg for the owner, usually a two-man job. Neither of us had the courage to tell him that in fact what he had taken was no more than an antibiotic that Dougie had been prescribed for a throat infection. Realising one evening that both of us had exhausted our supply of fresh underwear and had forgotten to take a trip to The Quickie Lickie, our local Laundromat, Dougie and I made the decision to raid the undies drawer of another of our housemates who was away for the weekend. We f i g u r e d h e w o u l d n e v e r know, because on returning from yet another party the following morning, and being neat and tidy boys, we folded and put them back. Yes it was disgusting and we should have acted our ages, but we have dined out on the story many times since.
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Richard Shanley THE festive edition of Doctor Who will be shown on New Year’s Day on BBC One instead of Christmas Day for the first time since the drama’s return in 2005. It will be the first Doctor Who episode to debut on January 1 since the second part of David Tennant’s series exit aired on the first day of 2010. Executive producer Chris Chibnall said it would see Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor ‘face a terrifying alien threat.’ The current series - Whittaker’s first - will conclude on December 9. “We’re thrilled to be starting the New Year with a bang on BBC One,” said Chibnall, who promised audiences “an action-packed, hour-long special adventure for all the family.” Charlotte Moore, the BBC’s director of content, said: “We’re delighted the Doctor and her companions will be welcoming BBC One audiences into 2019 with this exciting new episode.” According to the BBC, the seasonal instalment will involve ‘a terrifying evil... from across the centuries of Earth’s history.”
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The Christmas Day edition of Doctor Who has been a TV fixture since Christopher Eccleston ushered in the show’s current era. Kylie Minogue, David Morrissey, Katherine Jenkins and Sir Michael Gambon are among the stars who have appeared in previous festive specials. Whittaker’s first full episode attracted a record audience for a new Doctor - 10.9 million viewers - last month.
XMAS REST: The Doctor can put her feet up.
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7:00am Breakfast 9:35am Match of the Day 11:00am The Andrew Marr Show 12:00pm Sunday Politics 12:30pm My Faith and Me: Cherry Healey 1:30pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:15pm Songs of Praise 2:50pm FA Cup Final Score 5:05pm Dynasties 6:05pm BBC News 6:20pm BBC London News 6:30pm Countryfile 7:30pm Doctor Who 8:20pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:00pm Dynasties 10:00pm Little Drummer Girl 11:00pm BBC News 11:20pm BBC London News 11:30pm Match of the Day 2 12:40am The Women's Football Show 1:15am The Apprentice 2:15am The Apprentice: You're Fired! 2:45am Weather for the Week Ahead 2:50am BBC News
4:05am This is BBC Two 7:45am Greatest Gardens 8:15am Great British Garden Revival 9:15am The Instant Gardener 10:05am Countryfile 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:30pm The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure 1:30pm Food and Drink 2:00pm Snooker 7:00pm Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights 8:00pm Britain's Biggest Warship 9:00pm Dragons' Den 10:00pm Gun No 6 11:10pm The Mash Report 11:40pm I'll Get This 12:15am Snooker 1:05am Snooker 3:05am Question Time 4:05am Holby City 5:05am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.
4:30am This is BBC Four 8:00pm A History of Christianity 9:00pm Tomorrow's World 9:30pm Wallace and Gromit: A Matter of Loaf and Death 10:00pm Stop-Motion Heroes: A History of British Animation 11:00pm Animation 2018 A showcase of top animation from the UK's finest new talents. 12:45am Natural World 1:45am Addicted to Sheep 2:45am John Berger: The Art of Looking Documentary exploring the life and work of the late writer and art critic John Berger. 3:40am Stop-Motion Heroes: A History of British Animation 4:40am This is BBC Four
6:45am King of Queens 7:10am King of Queens 7:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:25am Frasier 8:55am Frasier 9:25am Frasier 9:55am Jamie Cooks Italy 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm The Simpsons 2:00pm The Simpsons 2:30pm Stuart Little 4:05pm Back to the Future Part III 6:25pm The Incredibles 8:35pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm Escape to the Chateau 10:00pm A Very British Country House 11:00pm Tin Star 11:55pm 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 12:55am Tale of Tales 3:15am The Last Leg 4:10am Mobil 1 the Grid 4:35am Big House, Little House 5:30am Food Unwrapped
8:50am Ben 10 9:10am The Bagel and Becky Show 9:30am Spy School 10:05am Mighty Magiswords 10:25am ITV News 10:30am Doc Martin 11:30am Midsomer Murders 1:25pm ITV Lunchtime News 1:35pm The X Factor 3:30pm Paul O'grady: For the Love of Dogs 4:00pm The Chase 5:00pm Tenable 6:00pm How to Spend it Well at Christmas with Phillip Schofield 7:00pm ITV Evening News 7:15pm ITV News London 7:30pm The Chase: Celebrity Special 8:30pm The X Factor 10:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! 11:20pm ITV News 11:35pm David Walliams Presents...Revenge of Alright on the Night 12:35am Football Genius
7:15am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:40am Emmerdale Omnibus 10:10am Coronation Street Omnibus 1:05pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! 2:05pm Celebrity Catchphrase 3:05pm You've Been Framed! 3:40pm You've Been Framed! 4:05pm Jack Frost 5:05pm FYI Daily 5:10pm Jack Frost 6:10pm Shrek the Halls 6:40pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 7:40pm FYI Daily 7:45pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 8:45pm The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift 9:45pm FYI Daily 9:50pm The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift 10:50pm Family Guy 11:20pm I'm a Celebrity... Extra Camp 12:25am Family Guy
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Teleshopping On the Buses Heartbeat Heartbeat Bertie and Elizabeth Agatha Christie's Poirot Agatha Christie's Poirot Santa Claus Columbo: Death Hits the Jackpot Endeavour Agatha Christie's Poirot Vera Chicago Lucan Road to Avonlea Sara, Felix and Rachel Lynde are trapped in a smallpox quarantine with old man Abraham. Road to Avonlea Murder, She Wrote
Teleshopping The Professionals The Professionals Quincy, M.E. Storage Wars Storage Wars Storage Wars Storage Wars Storage Wars Storage Wars Storage Wars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Way West FYI Daily The Way West The War Wagon FYI Daily The War Wagon Made in Britain Hornblower Killer Elite FYI Daily Killer Elite Training Day FYI Daily Training Day Minder ITV4 Nightscreen
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Shimmer and Shine Rusty Rivets Pirata and Capitano Peppa Pig Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Christmas at Holly Lodge A Joyous Christmas 5 News A Joyous Christmas The Christmas Train 5 News The Christmas Train Warship: Life at Sea 5 News Weekend Run All Night 5 News Run All Night A Walk Among the Tombstones
6:15am Rude(Ish) Tube 7:00am Hollyoaks Omnibus 9:20am Rude(Ish) Tube Shorts 9:35am Made in Chelsea 10:35am Don't Tell the Bride 11:40am Thunderbirds 1:30pm We're Going on a Bear Hunt 2:00pm The Goldbergs 2:30pm The Goldbergs 3:00pm The Goldbergs 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 The Big Bang Theory 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Young Sheldon 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer 10:50pm The Inbetweeners 11:25pm The Inbetweeners 11:55pm The Big Bang Theory 12:25am The Big Bang Theory 12:50am Tattoo Fixers 1:55am Gogglebox
6:00am Sky Sports News 7:00am Sky Sports News All the news from the Premier League and beyond. 8:00am Total Goals 8:30am Live European Tour Golf 12:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday 3:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday 5:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday 8:00pm Live NFL: Sunday A match from the NFL. 10:00pm Live NFL: Sunday A match from the NFL. 1:45am My Icon 2:00am My Icon 2:10am Live NFL: Sunday NFC West rivals Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers meet at CenturyLink Field in the NFL.
8:55am Charlie's Angels 10:40am Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle 12:40pm Thor: Ragnarok 2:55pm Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2 5:15pm Avatar 8:00pm Thor: Ragnarok 10:15pm John Wick: Chapter Two 12:20am Gone in 60 Seconds 2:25am The Accountant
7:00am Against the Wild: The Great Elephant Adventure 8:50am Maya the Bee: The Honey Games 10:20am Wonder Wheel 12:05pm The Greatest Showman Showstopping musical biopic about legendary 19thcentury circus entrepreneur PT Barnum. 2:05pm Maya the Bee: The Honey Games 3:35pm Lady Bird 5:25pm Against the Wild: The Great Elephant Adventure 7:10pm Wonder Wheel 9:00pm The Greatest Showman 10:50pm Lady Bird 12:30am Father Figures 2:40am A Very Sordid Wedding 4:50am Top Ten Show, the 2018
12:00pm SPFL Greatest Games 12:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 1:00pm Championship Season Review 2:00pm Championship Season Review 3:00pm SPFL Greatest Games 3:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 4:00pm EFL Goals: Championship 5:00pm A New Life in Turin 5:15pm SPFL Greatest Games 5:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 5:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 6:00pm SPFL Greatest Games 6:15pm SPFL Greatest Games 6:30pm A New Life in Turin 6:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:00pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:15pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:30pm EFL Goals: Championship 8:30pm Football's Greatest 9:00pm Championship Season Review 10:00pm Football's Greatest 10:30pm Football's Greatest 11:00pm EFL Goals: Championship 12:00am Info Not Available
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5:00am Social Animals 6:30am Black Panther: Special 7:00am Airplane! 8:35am Groundhog Day 10:25am The Bachelors 12:15pm You've Got Mail 2:20pm Bad Teacher 4:05pm This is the End 6:00pm Miss Congeniality 7:55pm You've Got Mail 10:00pm Bad Teacher 11:45pm This is the End 1:40am Happy Gilmore
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7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Defenders UK 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A Matter of Life and Debt 12:45pm Ill Gotten Gains 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm The Doctor Blake Mysteries 4:15pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm The Best Christmas Food Ever 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Match of the Day 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Panorama 10:00pm Nadiya's Asian Odyssey 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm BBC London News 11:45pm Have I Got a Bit More News for You
8:30am Family Cooking Showdown 9:30am The Week in Parliament 10:00am BBC News at 9 11:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:15pm Politics Live 2:00pm Snooker 6:15pm Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 7:00pm Richard Osman's House of Games 7:30pm Strictly: It Takes Two 8:00pm Celebrity Antiques Road Trip 9:00pm Only Connect 9:30pm University Challenge 10:00pm Babies: Their Wonderful World 11:00pm People Just Do Nothing 11:30pm Newsnight 12:15am Snooker 1:05am Snooker 3:05am The Apprentice 4:05am Countryfile 5:00am This is BBC Two
6:05am The Jeremy Kyle Show 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 Dickinson's Real Deal 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 The Martin Lewis Money Show 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! 11:30pm ITV News 12:05am ITV News London 12:20am Serial Killer with Piers Morgan 1:15am Jackpot247
9:55am Coronation Street 10:25am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 11:30am Planet's Got Talent 12:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:15pm Coronation Street 2:45pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:00pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:05pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! 8:30pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Family Guy 10:30pm American Dad! 11:00pm Family Guy 11:30pm I'm a Celebrity... Extra Camp
4:40am This is BBC Four 8:00pm Beyond 100 Days 8:30pm University Challenge Series featuring teams of distinguished graduates. 9:00pm Hidden Wales with Will Millard 10:00pm The Treasures of Ancient Rome 11:00pm Ireland's Wild River: The Mighty Shannon Documentary about the longest river in the British Isles. 12:00am Long Shadow 1:00am The Last Days of Steam 2:00am Constable: A Country Rebel 3:00am Hidden Wales with Will Millard 4:00am The Treasures of Ancient Rome 5:00am This is BBC Four
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Murder, She Wrote Judge Judy ITV3 Nightscreen Classic Coronation Street Classic Coronation Street Heartbeat The Royal Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy Agatha Christie's Poirot The Royal Heartbeat Classic Coronation Street Classic Coronation Street Inspector Morse Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Agatha Christie's Poirot Midsomer Murders A Touch of Frost Liverpool 1 ITV3 Nightscreen Teleshopping
9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Frasier 10:10am Frasier 10:35am Frasier 11:05am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:00pm The Simpsons 12:30pm The Simpsons 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm A New Life in the Sun 2:05pm My Family Secrets Revealed 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Fifteen to One 5:00pm A Place in the Sun 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News Includes sport and weather. 9:00pm Liam Bakes 9:30pm Food Unwrapped 10:00pm 24 Hours in A&E 11:00pm First Dates 12:05am Emergency Helicopter Medics 1:10am Ramsay's Hotel Hell 2:00am Alone at Home
8:45am Peppa Pig 8:55am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 9:05am Paw Patrol 9:25am Floogals 9:40am Digby Dragon 9:50am Shimmer and Shine 10:05am The Secret Life of Puppies 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm Christmas in Evergreen 1:45pm Neighbours 2:15pm The Mistletoe Promise 4:00pm A Holiday Wish Come True 5:45pm 5 News at 5 6:00pm Friends 6:30pm Friends 7:00pm Neighbours 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Gallagher Premiership Rugby Highlights 9:00pm Police Interceptors 10:00pm Warship: Life at Sea 11:00pm The Real Narcos UK: London's Most Bloody 12:05am Enter the Dragon
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Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Brooklyn Nine-Nine Young Sheldon The Big Bang Theory Made in Chelsea Club Rep Wars The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Naked Attraction
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11:00am Braven 12:40pm Once Upon a Time in Mexico 2:30pm Collateral Damage 4:30pm Kong: Skull Island 6:30pm Marvel's Avengers Assemble 9:00pm Troy 11:45pm The Dark Tower 1:25am Beverly Hills Cop 3:15am Beverly Hills Cop II 5:05am Pele: Birth of a Legend
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Her Magical Christmas Maya the Bee: The Honey Games Wonder Wheel The Greatest Showman Showstopping musical biopic about legendary 19th-century circus entrepreneur PT Barnum. Lady Bird Maya the Bee: The Honey Games Bomb City Wonder Wheel Lady Bird The Greatest Showman Bomb City A Very Sordid Wedding Sweet Country Her Magical Christmas
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Teleshopping The Chase Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals Ironside Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Chase: Celebrity Special First Blood FYI Daily First Blood Inside Man FYI Daily Inside Man The Protectors Motorsport UK Teleshopping
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That's Not Me Moana: Special Made of Honour Weird Science The Terminal Girls Trip Role Models Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous 6:45pm The Terminal 9:00pm Girls Trip 11:10pm Role Models 1:00am Hot Tub Time Machine
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Sky Sports News Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize Good Morning Sports Fans Good Morning Sports Fans Good Morning Sports Fans Football Centre Football Centre Football Centre Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News at 5 Sky Sports News at 6 Sky Sports Tonight Football The Debate - Live Soccer Am Best Bits Premier League Greatest Games Sky Sports News Live NFL: New Orleans @ Dallas
Football's Greatest EFL Greatest Games A New Life in Turin Football Years Championship Season Review One2eleven One2eleven SPFL Greatest Games Football's Greatest Football Countdowns A New Life in Turin EFL Greatest Games Championship Season Review Football's Greatest Football Countdowns One2eleven A New Life in Turin Football Years Football Countdowns Football's Greatest Football Countdowns Soccer Am Best Bits Football The Debate - Live SPFL Round Up Show SPFL Greatest Games EFL Greatest Games Soccer Am Best Bits
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7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Defenders UK 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A Matter of Life and Debt 12:45pm Ill Gotten Gains 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm The Doctor Blake Mysteries 4:15pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm The Best Christmas Food Ever 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Holby City 10:00pm Mrs Wilson 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm BBC London News 11:45pm Sports Personality of the Year 2018 12:45am Stacey Dooley in the USA 1:45am Weather for the Week Ahead
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ITV Nightscreen The Jeremy Kyle Show Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Judge Rinder Dickinson's Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Judge Rinder's Crime Stories How to Spend it Well at Christmas with Phillip Schofield I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! ITV News ITV News London Britain's Busiest Airport - Heathrow Lethal Weapon
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This is BBC Two The Best Christmas Food Ever Bargain Hunt MasterChef: The Professionals BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live Snooker Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is Richard Osman's House of Games Strictly: It Takes Two Celebrity Antiques Road Trip MasterChef: The Professionals School I'll Get This Newsnight NFL Snooker Snooker Made in Great Britain Heir Hunters with Michael Buerk This is BBC Two
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Ninja Warrior UK Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show Planet's Got Talent I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! You've Been Framed! Two and a Half Men Two and a Half Men Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy I'm a Celebrity... Extra Camp Family Guy American Dad!
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This is BBC Four Beyond 100 Days University Challenge Series featuring teams of distinguished graduates. The Story of Wales Rise of the Clans Neil Oliver presents a three-part series telling the story of Scotland's ancient clans. Beyond the Walls: In Search of the Celts Britain's Lost Masterpieces Sex: A Horizon Guide Sex is a simple word for a very complex set of desires The Living Mountain: A Cairngorms Journey A Day in the Life of Andy Warhol Rise of the Clans Beyond the Walls: In Search of the Celts This is BBC Four
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3rd Rock from the Sun Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Frasier Frasier Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA The Simpsons The Simpsons Channel 4 News A New Life in the Sun My Family Secrets Revealed Countdown Fifteen to One A Place in the Sun Kirstie's Handmade Christmas The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Political Slot Lego Masters 999: What's Your Emergency? Gogglebox Naked Attraction Ramsay's Hotel Hell Grand Designs
Teleshopping Classic Coronation Street Classic Coronation Street Heartbeat Nostalgic police drama series set in a Yorkshire village. The Royal Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy Inspector Morse The Royal Heartbeat Classic Coronation Street Classic Coronation Street Inspector Morse Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Agatha Christie's Poirot Midsomer Murders A Touch of Frost Liverpool 1 ITV3 Nightscreen Teleshopping
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Teleshopping The Chase Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals Ironside Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Made in Britain The Enforcer FYI Daily The Enforcer The Gauntlet FYI Daily The Gauntlet Tommy Cooper Minder ITV4 Nightscreen Teleshopping
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Fireman Sam Shane the Chef Peppa Pig Peppa Pig Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Paw Patrol Floogals Digby Dragon Shimmer and Shine The Secret Life of Puppies Jeremy Vine My Christmas Dream Neighbours Christmas in Conway Chilly Christmas 5 News at 5 Friends Friends Neighbours 5 News Tonight UK's Strongest Man 2018 Our Yorkshire Farm Lockerbie: The Unheard Voices Curvy Girls Supersized: Fat, Fabulous and Filthy Rich
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Mike and Molly Mike and Molly Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Tattoo Fixers Colombiana The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Naked Attraction
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Hard Target 2 Guardians of the Tomb Wonder Woman Justice League The Mask of Zorro The Legend of Zorro Wonder Woman Justice League The Bourne Identity Red Heat Universal Soldier
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Whatever happened to audible movies? CHARADE: Why aren’t movies audible any more?
Barry Duke IT’S been years since I’ve watched films in which the dialogue isn’t drowned out by deafening musical scores or distracting background noises. Not being able to hear the words of conversations that are key to a movie’s plot is incredibly frustrating, and recently I seriously began to think that my ears were packing up. But before booking a hearing test at my local pharmacy I did a little experiment that involved dipping into my prized collection of vintage movies, many that I haven’t seen in decades. The first that came to hand was the 1963 comedy thriller, ‘Charade,’ starring Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant. It was a sheer delight to watch, not the least because not a single word of the marvellously witty dialogue was lost to my ageing lugholes. I followed this up with Marilyn Monroe’s ‘Some Like it Hot’ (1959), ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?’ (1967) with Sidney Poitier, ‘I’m Al-
right Jack’ (1959), starring Peter Sellers and Charlie Chaplin’s ‘A King in New York’ (1957). In each instance the dialogue was crystal clear. So what’s with the voices in modern movies? I ran this question by a number of people over the past few weeks and everyone I spoke to agreed that while specials effects have reached levels of
brilliance never before accomplished in cinematography, cacophonous sound effects make the dialogue barely audible. So why - almost 100 years after the movie industry gave us the gift of talking pictures, the first major feature being Al Jolson’s ‘The Jazz Singer,’ released in 1927 - are so many now struggling hear what the
actors are saying. That this is a serious problem was confirmed in several articles I read on the subject. Simon Drew, writing for the ‘Den of the Geek!’ website in 2010, offered this explanation: ‘Firstly, we’re in an era where film and television shows are putting together very complex surround sound mixes, where backing music sometimes
takes too heavy or loud a role in the audio balance. ‘As such, at the point where an actor is delivering what may or may not be a pivotal line, there’s so much going on elsewhere in the audio mix that you’re onto a bit of a loser from the off … So loud are parts of the mix, that there’s simply too much noise competing for your ears’ attention.’ And Adam Edwards, writing for the ‘Express’ in 2012, said: ‘Talk to anyone and they’ll come up with a long list of films which contained dialogue they couldn’t decipher. ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean’? Guilty. ‘Seven’ starring Brad Pitt? What was being said during that deafening rainstorm? ‘Inception’? Couldn’t understand a word. ‘Furthermore when you watch a modern film on TV your finger needs to be hovering permanently over the volume control to get the sound right while most older films have crystalclear dialogue.’ If the film industry had the ingenuity to give us perfectly audible movies almost 100 years ago it’s surely their duty to give us back dialogue we can actually hear. Or if that’s now become a lost art, simply add subtitles.
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READING your piece (Issue 1742) about t h e 8 5 t h a n n i v e rs a ry o f women b e i n g g i v e n t h e rig h t to vote in Sp a i n , t h e c o u n try h a s clearly c o m e a l o n g w a y s in c e then. In fact I saw a recent study that showed that 58 per cent of women and 46 per cent of men in Spain identify as feminists. Maybe the women’s figure could have been higher, but I was certainly encouraged by the percentage for males. As an ageing expat looking to settle on the Costa del Sol, it gives me s ome c o m f o r t t o th in k th at younger generations are becoming more and more progressive. Of course there are still battles to keep on fighting across the world for women, including equal pay, and I was pleased to read about the recent nationwide protests in Spain against gender violence. Maggie Sowerby
Heavy weather MY husband and I have been living on the Costa del Sol for 16 years now and have loved every minute. We count ourselves lucky to have been able to retire to the sun and take a welcome break from 40 plus years of works. But every winter we hear the same thing; people complaining about the winters in Spain. I do understand the houses here are not always as insulated as they are in the UK and some people do suffer from the cold, but I do wish people would remember how lucky we all are to benefit from blue skies and warm weather most of the year. Mrs Beryl Wilson
Sales farce I READ with interest how many people took part in last week’s annual ‘Black Friday’ stampede. While I understand the enthusiasm for a good bargain, television images of shoppers fighting over products some of which seemed to be barely discounted - left a sour taste in the mouth. Alfred Morrison
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WITH EASE: Council’s new tricycles.
I have a holiday home in the centre of Fuengirola, and flew to Spain last weekend with some friends. As we were walking along the promenade, they were really impressed by the beach and the views, but my mate and his wife also commented on how clean the area is. Minutes later, as we were crossing the road, a female street cleaner turned the corner and mounted the pavement with ease on a brilliant tricycle complete with a small bin. She moved in and around two pillars and seemed happy in her job. My Spanish isn’t great but I managed to talk a bit to her, and asked about the cleaning machine. She said it was new. That it was electric, easy to use and made her job quicker and easier. Brilliant idea.
27 to one IN the words of Kenneth Wolstenholme at the end of the 1966 World Cup Final, ‘They think it’s all over’ but in reality it’s not. Mrs May has obtained the agreement of the 27 European Leaders to her proposed Brexit deal, which was probably the easiest part of her attempt to settle the divorce in a manner which she and her advisers believe is in the best interest of the UK. She immediately wrote an open letter to the British people encouraging them to pull together and support the deal, which on the face of things seems fine but in reality is empty rhetoric. What counts now is approval or rejection by Parliament and the people realistically have no say in this whatsoever unless there is a general election. The fact is that with a minority government which is in itself split, the Prime Minister will be trying to persuade many of her MPs as possible to vote in favour of the deal, but with the Labour Party currently indicating that it will vote against as well as the Northern Irish DUP, the likelihood of approval being obtained is frankly remote. Jacob Rees Mogg didn’t manage to obtain enough letters to demand a vote of no confidence in Mrs May but if by December 12 (B-DAY), the deal is voted down, it’s a reasonable expectation that there could be a leadership tussle and certainly another call for a snap election from Labour. A second referendum would be welcomed by many but is highly unlikely and even if the Brexit deal does struggle through Parliament, it still has to be approved by the European Council and the European Parliament.
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Marches against gender violence in Spain Gender violence only exists because women have the upper hand in the courts… sad but true… Sean
Decomposing body discovered on beach in southern Spain It is a sad fact that many more are going to be discovered unless the invasion from sub-saharan Africa stops. PM
Diversity - Bah! Humbug So glad someone wrote something on this, I LOVE IT, 10 OUT OF 10. Edgar
BENIDORM SHOCK: Watch Danny Tetley elimated from ITV’s X Factor Danny was a lovely singer, I knew him very well. I hope he stays off the coke though, it’s not good for his voice! Stuart Mark
NO MENTION: Gibraltar not in EU draft Brexit statement ahead of Sunday’s summit amidst Spain veto threat Sñr Sanchez is being a bit presumptious. Spain does not have a power of veto in the EU. He should also remember that he is not an elected prime minister merely one
COMMENTS FROM EWN ONLINE brought about in the senate. He has yet to win an election, so whilst he is swanning around the world being the ‘statesman’ perhaps he should look to giving the Spanish people the chance of voting for him or not. Neil There is no mention of the Isle of Wight either. Nor of the Shetland Islands. They are all part of the UK and its Dependant Territories. PM
Dog attack leaves mother and daughter dead in Spain I hope they haven’t ruled out cruelty by the owners. I’ve seen the way some people treat their animals and it’s not usual for these dogs to be vicious. That being said, I wouldn’t wish this kind of death on anyone. Annie It is never the dog... it is the wrong owner of these beautiful creatures. Siobahn
BURSTING BENIDORM: ‘Outrageous’ fancy dress festival helps smash November hotel records Anything for money!!!!!!
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RYANAIR CYBER WEEK DEALS: Huge sale offers flights to Spain from £4.89 What about air pollution?????? Forgot, only cars pollute the air and have to pay for it!!!!!!!!!!!! Renato
DIRECT HIT: Photo and video roundup after torrential rain and thunderstorms strike south of Spain In the UK they would probably respond with a hose pipe ban. PM
Illegal hunting traps found in southern Spain Laws? who gives a damn. He’s just ‘unlucky’ being caught. Wyn
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LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) As a home-loving Libran, you are torn between making changes to your surroundings and getting some cash in on the business side. Apparently, it is not possible to do both because energy levels fluctuate. SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) There is so much in you that is determined and looking forward to a fresh start, but something that you are trying to get rid of, or give up, may be giving you more trouble than anticipated. Some things have to be done alone, or so you think, but others have gone through this before you so they are able to give support. SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Is playing the waiting game really to your advantage? Your Sagittarian character naturally leads you to be optimistic, and why not? It won’t hurt to hurry someone along rather than having them go at their own pace. CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) The enthusiasm of your bright Capricorn mind is also capable of making you restless. There are mixed feelings about being at or near home this week, with thoughts of more progress possible elsewhere.
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Cryptic Across 1 A bird’s complaint (6) 4 Scottish children playing in bars (6) 9 Manage to continue making capital in Myanmar (7) 10 Lad in charge of audio reception (5) 11 Porter right on his toes (5) 12 Or expel silly prospect (7) 13 Underground building isn’t cleaned (11) 18 Female with pride loses in novel (7) 20 Fruit begins another pleasant picnic, let's eat (5) 22 Photos of fractures? (5) 23 Bright team leader Adrian is badly beaten up (7) 24 Upset some Mossad denigrators (6) 25 Points to Rene being calm (6) Down 1 Discover star, zany jungle character (6) 2 Cowboy’s home cooking appliance? (5) 3 Reduce exotic hornets (7) 5 A funny pose for a Greek author (5) 6 Hit by a vehicle, and not cared for (3-4)
7 No Clue 8 Makes any censures pointless (11) 14 Fierce killer possibly paroled (7) 15 It’s time totter goes after rubbish (7)
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16 A follower endures explosions (6) 17 Fellow the French say is kind (6) 19 Lee is unusual name for girl (5) 21 Tool found in quiet country road? (5)
Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 16 represents V and 20 represents B, so fill in V every time the figure 16 appears and B every time the figure 20 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.
Across 1 Nose of a mammal (9) 5 Push against gently (5) 7 Not drunk (5) 9 Expensive (4) 10 Large artillery gun, usually on wheels (6) 12 Scandinavian kingdom (6) 13 Counterfeit (4) 15 Wireless (5) 16 Free from dirt or impurities (5) 18 Concerning (9)
Down 1 Writing implement (3) 2 Do what one is told (4) 3 Unconcerned (6) 4 Odd (7) 6 Blind alley (4,3) 8 Strip of cloth for winding round an injury (7) 9 Be worthy of (7) 11 Be owned by (6) 14 Mark left by wound (4) 17 Old or over-worked horse (3)
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The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.
Across 1 Acantilados (6) 4 To suck (6) 9 Royalty (7) 10 Guante (5) 11 Por delante (5) 12 Veal (7) 13 Stepbrother (11) 18 To bet (gamble) (7) 20 Stage (phase) (5) 22 Molestar (5) 23 Fuera (de edificio, objeto, indicando posición) (7) 24 Rayos (de rueda) (6) 25 Farm (6)
Down 1 To load (6) 2 Imagen (5) 3 Libertad (7) 5 Home (5) 6 To provide (7) 7 Wheels (6) 8 Sala de espera (7,4) 14 Angry (7) 15 Más dulce (7) 16 Blankets (6) 17 Bathtub (6) 19 Estos (5) 21 Aeroplane (5)
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The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 six-letter words into the 19 cells. The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (SINGLE) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
ARMFUL BREEZY COARSE COUGAR EFFORT FLOURY GENTRY GINKGO LARVAE LOCATE MEMOIR ROOKIE SHAKEN SINGLE (10) STROLL TALLOW TINKLE TYPIFY VESTAL
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Wizard 2 Delete 3 Alkali 4 Beaten 5 Cerium 6 Pupate 7 Cereal 8 Pulpit 9 Detent 10 Empire 11 Tedium 12 Retain 13 Deceit 14 Notice 15 Stream 16 Cheesy 17 Casein 18 Apache 19 Temper.
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How many English words of four letters or more can you make from the nine letters in our Nonagram puzzle? Each letter may be used only once (unless the letter appears twice). Each word MUST CONTAIN THE CENTRE LETTER (in this case M) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.
Fill all the empty squares using the numbers 1 to 9, so that the sum of each horizontal block equals the ‘clue’ on its left, and the sum of each vertical block equals the clue on its top. No number may be used in the same block more than once.
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• Very good: 49 • Excellent: 63
SCORING: 4 letters: 1 point 7 letters: 5 points 5 letters: 2 points 8 or more letters: 6 letters: 3 points 11 points
Average: 8 Good: 11 Very good: 16
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QUICK Across: 1 Chaos, 4 Flats, 7 Modernise, 8 Sell, 10 Depart, 12 Claret, 13 Wept, 16 Brigadier, 18 Argue, 19 Eager.
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1 Beset, 4 Beggars, 8 Granary, 9 There, 10 Sing sing, 11 Bath, 13 Carpet, 14 Madrid, 17 Sole, 19 Notaries, 22 Leave, 23 Beehive, 24 Suspect, 25 Sores.
1 Fresa, 4 Piscina, 8 Equator, 9 Arena, 10 Retratos, 11 Como, 13 Correr, 14 Mezcla, 17 Deal, 19 Mattress, 22 Nurse, 23 Agencia, 24 Streams, 25 Shape.
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1 Bogus, 2 Spanner, 3 Transfer, 4 Beyond, 5 Gate, 6 Akela, 7 Seethed, 12 Manatees, 13 Castles, 15 Rainier, 16 Combat, 18 Loads, 20 Steps, 21 Pele.
1 Freir, 2 Eructar, 3 Anteayer, 4 Parrot, 5 Soak, 6 Ileso, 7 Amapola, 12 Feathers, 13 Cadenas, 15 Ciencia, 16 Salads, 18 Abrir, 20 Spade, 21 Beca.
App of the week Singing season Nothing says Christmas like a party, and nothing says party like karaoke. With new app Karaoke Face you can recreate a professional sing-along experience with simply your phone or tablet. The app promises a catalogue of more than 1,000 songs from dozens of categories, as well as audio effects to polish up your performance. A recording function even allows you to save your best moments.
QUIZ: THE BEAUTIES AND THE BEASTS 1. In 1956, which peninsula in South Wales became the first area in the United Kingdom to be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty? 2. In 1977, which African dictator declared himself: ‘Lord of All the Beasts of the Earth and Fishes of the Sea’ and ‘Conqueror of the British Empire in Africa’? 3. In which 1999 film directed by Sam Mendes, did Kevin Spacey star as Lester Burnham, a 42-year-old advertising executive who has a midlife crisis when he becomes infatuated with his teenage daughter’s best friend, Angela (Mena Suvari)? 4. On the TV game show The Chase, what is the real name of the ‘chaser’ nicknamed the Beast? 5. Released in 1984, Building the Perfect Beast was the second solo studio album by which member of the Eagles? 6. What creature did the Scottish poet Robert Burns describe as a ‘wee, sleekit, cowrin, tim’rous beastie’ in a 1785
poem? 7. Which English romantic poet wrote the 1818 poem Endymion that begins with the line ‘A thing of beauty is a joy for ever’? 8. Which left-wing Labour politician is nicknamed the Beast of Bolsover? 9. Who composed the ballet The Sleeping Beauty, which premiered at the Mariinsky Theatre in St Petersburg on January 15, 1890? 10. Who was the author of the novel Black Beauty, first published in 1877? Not a lot of people know that... the last, often misquoted, lines of the classic 1933 film King Kong are: (Police Lieutenant) ‘Well, Denham, the airplanes got him.’ (Carl Denham) ‘Oh no, it wasn't the airplanes. It was beauty killed the beast.’
Answers: 1. GOWER peninsula, 2. Idi AMIN, 3. AMERICAN BEAUTY, 4. Mark LABBETT, 5. Don HENLEY, 6. MOUSE (To a Mouse, on Turning Her Up in Her Nest With the Plough), 7. John KEATS, 8. Dennis SKINNER, 9. Pyotr ilyich TCHAIKOVSKY, 10. Anna SEWELL.
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• Don Cheadle, Actor; November 29, 54 hosting television show Lip Sync Battle This Boogie Nights star has carved out a alongside LL Cool J on American network successful career taking part in some of Paramount. The stunner has been married to Hollywood’s biggest franchises. As well as roles musician John Legend since 2013 and the pair share a son and a daughter. in Ocean’s Eleven, Iron Man 2, Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: Christine Teigen. • Sarah Silverman, Comedian; December 1, Civil War, and Avengers: Infinity War, Cheadle 48 has also starred in cult classics, Devil in a Blue Dress, Perhaps one of America’s most famous female Out of Sight, and Traffic. comedians, Sarah Silverman has been gracing the standup circuit, television, films and radio for almost 30 years. • Chrissy Teigen, Model; November 30, 33 Model turned cookbook author Chrissy Teigen first set Her comedy often addresses controversial topics, pulses racing as a Sports Illustrated model, debuting in including racism, sexism, religion and politics, earning the magazine’s annual swimsuit edition in 2010. Teigen her notoriety and critical success alike. The comedian is a frequent star on American show Saturday Night Live. still models but most recently has found wider acclaim
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• Britney Spears, Singer; December 2, 37 This pop starlet has been one of the world’s most famous singers since her 1999 hit Baby One More Time. Follow up success with 2000 album Oops!... I Did It Again helped make her the best-selling teenage artist of all time. Her colourful personal life also helped catapult Britney to fame, dating fellow celebrities such as Justin Timberlake. • Ozzy Osbourne, Singer; December 2, 70 Beloved around the world for his off-stage antics as much as for his music, everyone’s favourite ageing rocker Ozzy Osbourne first rose to fame in 1970’s band Black Sabbath. After leaving the band in 1979, Osbourne went on to have solo success, releasing 11 studio albums. He has since starred in a series of reality TV shows.
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THE debut novel by writer Susan Bernhard, Winter Loon, ‘reminds us of how great a burden the past can be, the toll it exacts, and the freedom that comes from letting it go.’ When 15-year-old Wes Ballot is cruelly abandoned by his father after his mother tragically drowns in a frozen lake in the United States, he is sent to live with his cold-hearted grandparents. Staying in his mother’s old bedroom, surrounded by her things, and waiting for his father to return, Wes finds comfort in the friendship of a local girl whose own mother died a brutal death. As the weather thaws, so too emerge hidden family secrets. As violence erupts, Wes is forced to begin searching for his father, and digging up the truth about his mother, a search that takes him back to the frozen lake where she died. Winter Loon captures one adolescent’s struggle to come to terms with his family’s path, and create a brighter future for himself.
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1804 - High power Napoleon is crowned Napoleon I, the first emperor of France in 1,000 years. Pope Pius VII handed the emperor his crown, which he placed on his own head. 1918 - New state Weeks after the end of the First World War, a new state is declared in Belgrade, Serbia. Following the defeat of the great Austrian and German empires, came the success of the ‘Kingdom of the Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes.’ 1933 - Cheers Prohibition ends at 5.32pm after Utah became the 36th state to overturn legislation making it illegal to sell or buy alcohol. 1947 - Divides drawn Following the end of the Second World War, the newly-formed United Nations voted to split Palestine and create an independent Jewish state; Israel. 1950 - Allied help United States troops made a desparate attempt to retreat from North Korea after Chinese soldiers flooded the region, supporting their North Korean allies. Around 150,000 troops from South Korea, America and other UN nations were killed in the conflict. 1991 - Hostage freed Long-term hostage, Terry Anderson, was freed in Lebanon after 2,454 days in captivity. Anderson had been chief Middle East correspondent for the Associated Press when he was kidnapped during the country’s brutal civil war.
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PERFECT for those long winter nights, Operation Finale follows a secret team tasked with hunting down those responsible for the Holocaust after the end of the Second World War. The group set their sights on former Nazi high command, many of whom have fled to South America. Of particular interest is Adolph Eichmann, one former officer who remains particularly elusive. The team’s search will teach them about the horrors of the Holocaust, and themselves. Starring Oscar Isaac, Ben Kingsley, Melanie Laurent, Lior Raz and Nick Kroll. Operation Finale is directed by Chris Weitz, released on December 4.
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Cryptic symbols revealed AS we become increasingly smart about the ingredients in beauty products, we spend more time scrutinising the labels of our creams, shampoos and other essentials. But what do all of those little symbols on the side and bottom of our products really mean? Possibly the easiest to decipher is the number, for example ‘6’, followed by the letter ‘m’ for months. This is the PAO; period after opening. The symbol identifies the length of time after a product has been opened, in which it should be used. A flame symbol means what’s inside is flammable, and should be kept away from high heat and flames at all times. It is more commonly seen on bottles of hairspray, deodorant and nail polish remover because of the alcohol and propellant gas in these products. Space on the exterior packaging can be limited, so manufacturers put additional information on a leaflet or insert. This is why you
MOBIUS LOOP: This means the product packaging can be recycled. may see a symbol of a hand pointing to a booklet. The Mobius Loop means the packaging can be recycled, but
not necessarily made from recycled materials. Sometimes there is a number inside it, which represents the per-
Cut the cuppa COFFEE is an intrinsic part of modern life, but too many cups a day may be putting pay to any diet efforts in the run up to Christmas. The favourite morning beverage is a nervous system stimulant and can accelerate the pace of various body functions. In doing so, our blood sugar levels drop to generate the energy necessary for such functions. When this happens, our brains instantly get us to eat something to reset to the correct levels, according leading nutritionists. But, once we start eating, there’s a delay between the point we have actually eaten enough and the brain getting the message that we are well fed, so we end up eating more than we actually need to. Our bodies also release glucose into our bloodstream from the glycogen stored in our muscles and liver. Again there is a small delay between the point at which our system recognises
that the low blood sugars have been fixed and the point it signals to the liver and muscles to stop releasing sugar into the blood. The result of these two mishaps is sugar spikes in the
blood which leads to insulin release from the pancreas. Insulin is the hormone that promotes fat storage so if we get these sugar spikes often, it will have a negative effect on our waistline.
centage of the packaging which comes from recycled materials. Although it is often black or white, the ‘green dot’ as it is
known, is the interlocking arrow trademark which demonstrates that the company is a member of a recycling and recovery scheme which deals with packaging waste. Often confused with the recycling symbol, it instead means simply that the company has complied with packaging waste legislation. The Leaping Bunny logo is internationally recognised and was created when eight national animal protection groups banded together to form the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC). It means that no new animal tests have been used in the development of the product. You may have noticed a small letter ‘e’ on various packaging. It is a legal requirement to show the net contents of a product in grams or millilitres. The ‘e’ mark must be shown if the product is filled according to the ‘average fill system’ which is defined in European weights and measures legislation.
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Yoga for your face MOST of know stretching exercises such as pilates and yoga can promise impressive results, from toned muscles and glowing skin to extra flexibility. But did you know you can now fake your way to that post-yoga glow, using a technique one make-up artist is calling ‘Yoga Skin’? Renowned make-up artist Sara Hill, who has worked with the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whitely and Grace Jones, has said the trend for facial massage is set to become the biggest beauty innovation of 2019 and is the key to ‘hyper-dewy, real skin.’ Hill says her technique, which has already amassed more than 98,000 views online, uses a mixture of different products combined with
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YOGA SKIN: Promises glowing skin.
FIRE: Alcohol-soaked towels are set on fire.
More than just a glow facial massage to create, ‘plump, fresh, pinchable skin, it’s irresistible.’ She describes the finished result as giving you a ‘glow that looks as fresh and juicy as if you’ve just stepped out of a yoga studio.’ The make-up artists’ ninestep technique begins by cleansing and prepping their skin as normal before applying a small layer of siliconefree primer and allowing it to sink in. Next, mix three or four drops of a water-based, medium coverage foundation with one drop of facial oil and one drop of strobe cream of liquid highlighter. Hill claims for an extra gleam, you can add in one small
drop of a glow product. Next, begin massaging the mixture into your skin using warm hands. This helps to get the circulation flowing, which in turn relaxes the face, helps with lymphatic drainage and helps your make-up base sit better. Hill recommends building up coverage of the mixture until you are happy with the look, leaving a few minutes between layers to allow it to settle in. Finally, add a small amount of concealer to any areas which need extra coverage, for example under the eyes, around the nostrils or over blemishes. Sara told the MailOnline, “this look celebrates real skin
in its natural beauty and we think it’s a great look for winter, adding layers of hydration to dry skin.” She added it is possible to finish off the look with a natural finish, explaining, “you can lightly powder to set concealer, or set your face overall with powder, using a small fluffy brush or a puff just remember to keep the powder to a minimum so the look stays sheer.” She went on, “add cream blush and cream bronzer for a really healthy, fresh glow. If you want to finish the look with a setting spray, make sure it’s an alcohol-free formula to add further hydration to the skin.”
BEAUTY enthusiasts in Vietnam are going to the extreme of setting their faces on fire to preserve their youth. While few healthcare centres in the country have been licensed to use fire therapy in medical treatment, some spas and beauty salons in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, still advertise the service to cure thousands of illnesses and rejuvenate skin. Bringing an open flame near the delicate facial skin hardly seems a safe way to achieve health and beauty results. In fact, some creams and soaps have been banned because they cause irritation and inflammation to the skin. Yet, men and women are allowing therapists to cover their faces with alcohol-soaked towels which are then set alight and kept on the skin for 30 seconds to one minute. The flame is then put out by placing a second dry towel over the first. The bizarre technique, which costs up to €10, reportedly helps with a variety of health problems such as headaches, sleeplessness, muscular pain and digestive system issues. But Vietnamese doctors and experts warn that undergoing the treatment at unlicensed or substandard facilities could threaten customers’ health and cause burns or asphyxiation.
Colours of the rainbow HAIR colour trends have changed dramatically over the years; from the a u b u r n u p d o s o f t h e 1 9 4 0 ’s , t o t h e 1960’s baby blondes and the gothic dark tresses of the 1980’s and 1990’s. But 2019 is set to bring in a whole host of new hair trends in a kaleidoscope of colours. Hair experts at Cosmopolitan.com claim the previous fashion for, ‘rosegold highlights, fiery reds, and icy platinum shades… will soon be replaced by a whole new line-up,’ with shade such as ‘ash grey’ and ‘strawberry honey,’ making waves. The website says, ‘classic chestnut hues will get a subtle upgrade come 2019, thanks to face-framing, lightbrown highlights.’ Other softer tones will include pastel pink, which was
already seen as far back as last year o n c e l e b r i t y K y l i e J e n n e r. P a s t e l greens, blues, purples and yellows will also make an appearance next year, and can be worn using a semipermanent tint for those who don’t wish to fully commit to the trend. Another way to wear pastels without committing to a full head of colour is using highlights, or by just dying the tips or underside of the hair. At the other end of the colour spectrum is the trend for inky black shades, ‘the glossier, the better,’ according to the site. This colour requires high maintenance, however, so it is advisable to use colour-preserving shampoos and conditioners and use a UV protection hair spray to pre-
vent the sun fading your hair colour. For those who prefer a lighter look, baby blonde will be back on trend n e x t y e a r, w i t h a n a t u r a l , s u n bleached look making a comeback. This fashion veers away from the icier blonde look of recent years towards the natural warm lightness of hair fresh from the beach. A sophisticated look in fashion next year will be for muted copper highlights over chocolate brown hair. This look is both soft and elegant and will suit most skin tones, particularly warmer ones. A blonde version of the trend is ‘ s t r a w b e r r y h o n e y, ’ w h i c h i s d e scribed as, ‘the perfect middle ground between golden blonde and vibrant copper.’
HEALTH & BEAUTY TO find the best diet to help minimise the effects of Hashimoto’s disease, it is first necessary to understand exactly what the disorder is, and how it affects the body. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a lifelong and progressive autoimmune disease, in which the immune system turns against the body’s own tissues and attacks the thyroid gland, causing a hormonal deficiency. The condition primarily affects middle-aged women, but can also occur in men and women of any age, as well as children, and often leads to an underactive thyroid, known as hypothyroidism. Symptoms include: fatigue and sluggishness, weight gain, constipation, a pale, puffy face, dry skin, muscle weakness, depression and memory lapses. It is advisable to see a doctor if you begin suffering from the first four symptoms for no apparent reason, as untreated, the disease can cause a number of other health problems. But the good news, is that a low fat, high fibre diet, combined with nutritional supplements, can help ease the symptoms of this type of
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Diet to ease lifelong thyroid disease
SEAFOOD: Lean meat and fish boost the immune system.
hypothyroidism. According to Long Life Clinic of Marbella, it is very important to maintain control of the diet, as excess calories and fat interfere with hormonal imbal-
ance. A spokesperson said: “It is essential to take into account that you should eat a gluten-free diet, without sugar, without grains, without dairy and low glycemic index.”
Vitamin B is vital for Hashimoto’s disease sufferers because its properties ‘exert a regulatory action in the hormonal gland’.
HASHIMOTO: The immune system attacks the thyroid gland.
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This stabilises the immune system so that it is not ‘perceived as an enemy to the thyroid cells’. In this way it helps eliminate symptoms of depression, discouragement, and fatigue, while at the same time provides the body with enzymes to turn food into energy. It also aids the inflammatory reduction process of the thyroid gland which in turn benefits the cardiovascular and arterial system. A diet based on fruit and vegetables is ideal for strengthening the immune system as they are gluten free and have natural sweetening properties, which reduces the craving for carbohydrates. Lean meat and seafood consumption is recommended for those suffering from Hashimoto’s disease, as its properties enhance the immune system, build muscle mass, and feed ligaments, tendons and joints. A nutritional supplement with turmeric is also beneficial to fighting the inflammatory process of the thyroid, because it is said to improve digestion, detoxify the liver and relieves arthritis pain.
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SITCOM FAVOURITES: Sherrie Hewson with costar Jake Canuso (Mateo Castellanos). two months after its axing.
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SEVEN months after its shock axing, ITV’s hit sitcom Benidorm is reportedly being brought back as a feature length film. The show, filmed in the popular resort of the same name, has had a huge fan base since it first screened 11 years ago. Viewers were stunned when producers announced its cancellation earlier this year. Especially as the show, which attracted 5.5 million viewers, was named Best Comedy at the TV Choice awards,
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Is Benidorm back? Favourite Sherrie Hewson, 68, who plays hotel boss Joyce Temple-Savage, revealed to British press at the weekend that she had already signed up. The former star of Coronation Street and Loose Women favourite, told reporters ‘it will be happening, it’ll just be a bit different’ adding it ‘will still be fabulous’. Hit stage show Benidorm Live is currently on tour.
Facing the music TOP DJ David Guetta was caught using an exclusive celeb dating app at the MTV European music awards in Bilbao this month, despite being in a three-year relationship with
girlfriend Jessica Ledon. Three days after he was allegedly spotted ‘trawling’ the site, his girlfriend posted gushing birthday tributes on social media.
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Hayley’s hot in Spain REALITY babe Hayley Hughes literally sizzled as she showed off her beach body while holidaying in Spain last week. The 22-year-old Love Island contestant was voted off during the early weeks of the fourth season after failing to find love with Charlie Frederick and Eyal Booker. But her new love interest, DJ Tom Zanetti, appears to have put a massive smile on her face and given her self-esteem a huge boost as she strutted confidently along the sand. She accessorised her leopard print bikini with gold necklaces, a gold watch and large cat-eye sunglasses, looking incredibly toned and relaxed.
PAST BEHIND HER: Hayley Hughes has a new love interest.
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Coro Pilar Christmas Concert
INVITED: The Coro Pilar is waiting to entertain at their Christmas Concert. INTERNATIONAL choir, Coro Pilar are pleased to invite you to join them for their Christmas Concert, on Saturday, December 15 at 7pm at Capilla de Santa Maria del Mar (La Zenia Church), Calle Elcano (just off the N-332). The concert will feature the exceptional soloists Amber Kay (soprano) and Jesus Hermandez (tenor), and the choir is brilliantly led by their Musical Director, Zinoviy Harvat. In addition, the very talented Philip Mitchell will accompany on the piano, as well as acting as
compère for the evening. Why not come along and get into the festive spirit and join in with some familiar Christmas carols. Tickets are ₏10 and are available from La Ponderosa - The Ecumenical Temple - or on the door on the night. Coro Pilar wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and would like to thank you for your continued support. They look forward to seeing as many people as possible at the concert.
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PREPARING: Not long left for the Rojales Pantomime Group’s time in Camelot.
Will Good win over evil? THE stage is set for ‘Good versus Evil’ in the forthcoming pantomime, Camelot, performed by the Rojales Pantomime Group, held at the Casa de Cultura y Musica in Los Montesinos on January 17, 18 and 19. Join Merlin the famous wizard, Morgan the witch and her evil sisters to see who wins the battle to win the hand of the beautiful Princess Guinevere. Will it be the gallant Prince Arthur of Camelot or Valerin the Vicious, King of the Tangled Wood, who is always
followed around by his mum...? Lots of songs have to be sung and dances to be danced in this very funny plot, all played out in Camelot. The show starts at 7.30pm on January 17 and 18, and the Saturday matinee on January 19 starts at 2.30pm. Tickets are €7 (adults) and €5 (children) on sale at The Card Place - Benimar, Post Box - Dona Pepa, Post Room - Benijofar, Quentins - Algorfa, Redz - Quesada, and Cards and More - La Marina. Ticket Hotline 678 212 034.
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It’s time to see The Wiz! IT’S almost show time and members of Studio32 are in the final stages of preparation for their winter musical The Wiz, which began last night (Wednesday). The Wiz is a modern take on classic show The Wizard of Oz, with some fabulous new soul, blues and gospel songs. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, the show features those popular characters we love so well - Dorothy, Lion, Scarecrow, Tin Man, the Wizard, and the witches. Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West, is pure evil, and when Dorothy and her friends are captured by her, there seems to be no way back from the Land of Oz But Dorothy has other plans, having already disposed of one wicked witch in Oz, can she beat Evillene as well and get back to Kansas? Come and see this wonderful musical to find out. The role of Evillene the Wicked Witch of the West is
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PURE EVIL: The Wicked Witch of the West played by Rose Maclean.
being played by Rose Maclean. Rose has been with Studio32 for some time, having played Golde in Fiddler on the Roof and, recently, Velma in the company’s successful production of Chicago. Studio32 are proud and delighted to be supporting local charities and look forward to giving lots more money with donations from this show. The remaining show dates are tonight (Thursday) until Saturday, at the Cardenal Belluga Theatre in San Fulgencio. All performances start at 7.30pm with doors open at 7pm. Reserved seating tickets are now on sale, priced at €10, and can be obtained by calling 744 484 933, or by e-mail: tickets@studiothirtytwo.org. Current seating availability for each performance is on their website www.studiothir tytwo.org so be sure to book your seat now for what promises to be a spectacular evening’s entertainment.
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What a year for Footwork Dance ANOTHER ‘fab-u-lous’ year of dancing achievements draws to a close for Footwork Dance, and the students are busy putting the final touches to their Christmas show, ‘The Voyage - A Tour of Dance.’ Directed and choreographed by Erica Dorrill, you can join The Voyage on Sunday, December 15 at the Casa de Cultura y Musica in Los Montesinos, starting at 7.30pm. The past year has been an exceptional year for Footwork Dance, appearing in the St Patrick’s Day celebrations at Cabo Roig, and the fiestas in Los Montesinos. They presented a brilliant summer show which culminated in two full houses at the prestigious Benidorm Palace in May and November,
alongside many well-known local entertainers. There have also been some outstanding exam results from students of all ages. In particular there was a 100 per cent pass mark for the recent Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance exams, adjudicated by the respected examiner, Miss Heather Rees, flown over from the UK. Special mentions go to Daniela Curtis and Danielle Dickie who both achieved excellent results in Tap and Modern. Tickets for The Voyage are €7 and available from the studios in Calle Carlos Diaz, or contact Erica on 662 003 823. As in previous years, proceeds from the show will go to the under-privileged of Los Montesinos.
PROPERTY S P E C I A L
HE amount of non-Spanish people who bought properties in the country has grown by 5.6 per cent during the first half of 2018 compared to the same time last year. Industry figures showed there were a total of 53,359 sales made to foreign buyers during the first six months of this year. The figures are the highest since the first half of 2007, at the height of the pre-crash property boom, when around 33,000 homes were sold to foreigners. Sales to non-Spanish buyers accounted for almost 19 per cent of the total number of houses sold. The British were the single largest nationality out of all other foreigners who bought homes in Spain, making up 14.3 per cent of the total. The number of homes sold to British people numbered 7,613 in total, up by almost 9 per cent on the first six months of 2017.
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Rise in foreign buyers SALES GROW: Valencia was the most popular with foreign buyers.
The British were followed by the French who bought a total of 4,211 properties, 4.6 per cent less than the same time last year. The Germans came third with 4,138 homes, a fall of 2.1 per cent on last year’s figures. Purchases by Moroccans led to the largest year-on-year growth of any nationality. They bought almost 29 per cent more homes compared to the same time last year. They were followed by the Irish with almost 25 per cent and
the Danish with more than 18 per cent. The Valencia Region was the most popular region for foreign buyers purchasing Spanish homes. A total of 15,613 homes were sold to foreigners there, about one third of the Spanish total, with sales growing yearon-year by almost 17 per cent. The Valencia Region was followed by Andalucia with 9,737, a growth of more than 8 per cent, and Cataluña, with 7,570 sales and fall of 5.3 per cent.
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OST of us dream of owning a typically Spanish farmhouse or a white-walled finca in the middle of sprawling grounds and olive trees. And buying a rundown finca prime for refurbishment at a knock down price may seem the perfect way to achieve this. A vast number of people have already taken the plunge and taken on the challenge of ‘Living the Dream.’ But has it always worked out? When looking at the fruits of their labour and deciding if it was all worth it, they seem to fall into two main categories: those who are happy with what they have achieved, and those that are not. The primary issues that appear to affect the final results are simply costs and taste. While some opt for a cheap and easy conversion or reform, others stick to a strict plan of accurate reformation. Going for the simple route, while achieving the objective, can erode the charac-
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COTTAGE IN THE CAMPO: Sensitive conversions tend to reap rewards.
ter of the buildings by discarding old doors and beams for example, and strip the property of its original fabric. Often buyers are left with the dwelling’s original footprint and little more. The end result typically ends up bland and sterile. The more expensive option, in both time and money, would be the true reformation of whatever was originally there. Terracotta tiled roofs and thick stone lime-washed walls that repel the summer heat and small, high-placed windows that keep out blinding light, and thick, castletype panelled doors that breathe with the seasons. These all make the home more secure, while retaining the feel of the house as an intriguing piece of history. Taking on the dream doesn’t simply mean getting the job done. If time and money is spent on planning, advice, design and reclaimed materials, builders have a better chance of leaving a client with the product they were originally dreaming of.
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Rent rate rankings
RANKING HIGH: Malaga Province had the fifth highest rents on average in Spain. MALAGA is the fifth most expensive province for property rentals in Spain and has the highest difference between asking prices and agreed rates, according to an industry report. Figures from the Mitula Group’s Housing Price Report (PVMG) showed average monthly rent rates for flats and houses in Malaga Province stood at €1,367 from July to September. Malaga Province was also found to have the greatest difference be-
tween the asking price for properties and what tenants paid. The difference was 49.6 per cent, according to the report. The report’s authors said the rates could be linked to the province’s popularity with tourists. Other provinces popular with tourists such as Barcelona, Cadiz and Las Palmas in Gran Canaria also scored highly on the table coming second, eighth and ninth respectively. The Balearic Islands had the most expensive average monthly rates at
€1,673. The islands were followed by Barcelona Province, with an average rate of €1,539, the Madrid region with €1,479 and Toledo, €1,422. Ciudad Real, in the Castilla La Mancha region, was found to be the cheapest for rentals with an average rate of €407 per month. Ciudad Real was followed in the table by Caceres, in Extremadura, with average rates of €413 per month and Zamora, in Castilla y Leon, with €452.
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Church property under siege S
PAIN’s socialist government rec e n t l y announced its plan to create an inventory of the real estate owned by the country’s Catholic Church. The main aim of the move is to assess whether the Church is actually the legal owner of the land, the churches and the shrines that it claims to hold on the Iberian Peninsula. Antonio Hurtado, the PSOE’s national deputy for Cordoba, announced that he expects part of the Church’s real estate to be identified as unjustly registered in the Spanish ownership register. “It will be made clear that cities like Cordoba,
Zaragoza and Pamplona have been indulgent towards the Church and have made it easier for her to register real estate,” he said. Spanish bishops have vigorously opposed the government’s plan, unsurprisingly. They have warned ‘not to awaken the old spirit of anti-clericalism’ and fear a ‘clandestine confiscation.’ The bishops believe that there are no legal grounds for the plans, and that it is part of an ongoing vendetta against the Church by its opponents. An example of the dispute can be seen with the famous mosquecathedral of Cordoba. The socialists claim
that the structure, turned into a mosque during the Spanish occupation by the Moors, “is part of the public domain and should never have been legally registered by the Church in the first place.” Maria Garcia, the head of the Observatory for Religious Freedom in Spain said that the plans are part of the ongoing process of “aggressive secularism” in Spain. According to an investigation by international accounting firm PriceWaterhouseCoopers, the Spanish Church’s contribution to the national economy adds around €22 billion to the national economy, largely due to tourist visits to the cathedrals.
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THE British have a longstanding love affair with the Costa del Sol, and it continues to draw home-hunters despite Brexit. It is not hard to see why with a fix of sun-soaked escapism easily accessed via dozens of daily flights to Malaga. Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director at developer Taylor Wimpey España, has pointed out that there are 150 construction sites between Malaga and Sotogrande. A drive down the coastal motorway reveals dozens of cranes and billboards for developments, as well as a number of mothballed concrete shells. The bulk of the cheap, unfinished stock is in Manilva, La Duquesa and Alcaidesa, budget driven locations in the west. Since 2013 hedge funds have been buying many of the well-located bank repossessions from the 200812 downturn, and have become the biggest land banks on the costa. Taylor Wimpey España’s
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ty with the lowest property tax and greatest number of new planning licences, is also popular.
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COMPANIONSHIP is what most dog or cat owners would say if asked what is the most important benefit of owning a pet. But research indicates that pet ownership may provide another important benefit: improved health. One of the first studies demonstrating that pets could be beneficial to their owner’s health was conducted in 1980 by Dr Aaron H Katcher and his associates. They found that among heart attack patients, 94 per cent of those who owned pets lived one year longer than 72 per cent of those who did not have a pet. Dr Alan M Beck, director of the Centre for Applied Ethology and Human-Animal Interaction, Purdue University, says that a closer analysis of the findings show that only a small proportion of the difference in mortality can be attributed to pet ownership. ‘Nevertheless, while 2-3 per cent may seem small, the impact, considering the frequency of heart disease, is significant and cost effective,’ Dr Beck and a colleague wrote recently in the Annual Re-
THE Society for the Protection of Animals and Plants in M u r c i a - E l C o b ijo Cañana Hermosa - is a nonprofit organisation that was founded with the primary purpos e o f d e f e n d i n g th e rights o f , a n d p r o t e c tin g abandoned cats and dogs. They are kept and cared for in the El Cobijo shelter and then do their very best to get the animals adopted and into a caring and loving home. The Society continues to promote the subject of the abandonment of animals via a number of local and regional campaigns, especially in t h e l o c a l p r e ss an d across all social media platforms a n d t h e i n t e r n e t in general. They a l so u se t h e s a me methods to advertise the animals they currently have
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ADOPTION: Gentle Pepe needs a new home.
FEELING GOOD: Pets can positively affect your health, as well as be your best friend! view of Public Health. Another 1990’s study indicates that besides reducing the risk of heart disease, pets might also help reduce some minor health problems. In this study, conducted by James Serpell at Cambridge University, UK, researchers began with people who did not own pets. The participants were asked to complete questionnaires about the frequency of minor health complaints such as headaches, indigestion and problems sleeping. There were no major differences among the study participants based on their responses to the health questionnaire.
The researchers then gave some of the people dogs, some of the people cats, and left one group without pets. Ten months later, the researchers looked again at the health of the men and women and found that the group with dogs had suffered fewer minor complaints. There is also evidence that stroking a dog slows the heart beat and reduces blood pressure. Furthermore, it is a fact that dogs taken to homes for the elderly and hospices have had a beneficial effect. So your dog is not just a companion. It makes an important contribution to your health.
Defending animal rights BUBBLY: One of the many happy dogs at the El Cobijo shelter.
for adoption. A large part of the very necessary funds which are raised go to a sterilisation and castration programme tha t pre ve nts the a nima l populations growing even further. The Soc ie ty is a lw a ys looking for animal lovers who can spare some time to help and care for the abandoned animals that are in the El Cobijo shelter.
If you’d like to make a donation or are able to volunteer to help the team, please look on the website at https://elcobijo.net/en/home-animal-shelter/, or e-mail: protectora anim@gmail.com. Alternatively, please call 640 179 862.
Give the dog a home K9 is seeking to rehome Pepe. This sweet and gentle dog is a cross between a poodle and a basset. He is seven years old and a very mild epileptic, who requires half a tablet a day to stay well. K9 is a non-profit making Animal Rescue Organisation based in San Fulgencio, Alicante. The organisation is run
If you would like more information or to offer Pepe a forever home please call 600 845 420 or email k9clubinfo@gmail.com.
by a dedicated team of volunteers who feel strongly about animal welfare and work hard to rescue, care for and rehome animals.
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CHARITIES 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.lasies taevangelicalchurch.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 (93323) 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 15.00 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. 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.orihuelacostarbl.co.uk HELP VEGA BAJA. We are a non-profit making organisation that helps and 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.helpvegaba ja.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)
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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 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
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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 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 careras. With rehabilitation, speech therapy, OC therapy and a very active social group. For info please contact 654 801 260 or email strokesupportgroup@hot mail.com, website: torrevie
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jastroke support.org. We are always looking for volunteers who have the skills and knowledge to support our groups and activities. THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Gran Alacant & La Marina Branch meet the 1st Monday of every month at Lounge D, Calle Holanda, Plaza Mayor, Gran Alacant at 6pm. For further info, contact the branch Secretary at granalacant.sec retary@rbl.community 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_campello@hot mail.com
CLASSIFIEDS 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.i c a t o r r e v i e j a .org (95476) ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION (Costa Blanca) The aim of the Association is to bring together not just ex Royal Marines, but ex Service personnel with an affinity to the Royal Marines. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 5.30. For further details Hon Sec 692 938 664 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.quesa da@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 ex-member 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-blan ca THE PATIENCE LODGE No 2177 of the R.A.O.B meets every Sunday morning at the Sacko´s Bar, El Limonar near Las Siesta at 10am. We are always looking for new and lapsed members to join us. Please call Secretary Dave Tonge on 688 704 091 for further information. (253807) CHURCH SERVICE IN ENGLISH EVERY SUNDAY AT 10.30am. Everyone welcome at Turre Evangelical Church
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Ford Focus Estate: A smooth operator THE all-new Ford Focus Estate is armed with a boot that’s almost as big as that of the Octavia, a car which was until very recently, the benchmark in the class. It’s also bigger than the boots of some models from the next class up, including, bizarrely, its supposedly bigger brother, the Mondeo Estate. You get the same choice of 1.0/1.5litre petrol, and 1.5/2-litre diesel engines of varying power outputs as you do in the hatchback. The Ford Estate also gets Ford’s Ghia-esque Vignale treatment, though whether it’s worth stumping up the €30,000 or more it will set you back, is highly debatable. More value can be found with one of the lesser versions, like the ST Line. This gives you a specification roughly on a par with the slightly dowdy Zetec but with sportier looks, larger alloy wheels and lowered suspension, making the
Focus into a warm hatch with a bigger boot. The boot isn’t just big, it’s rather clever with a neat folding floor which can be propped up to form a barrier which stops smaller items sliding around within its vastness.
You can also slip the retractable load cover away into a special compartment underneath, when you’re not using it. There is also much more room both up -front and in the back seats.
While the design of the dashboard is modern enough, the quality of the materials used is less than uplifting. Moreover, it is not possible to opt for a digital dashboard (like you can in a Golf), and the infotainment interface on the central touchscreen is a little dated. However, start driving the Focus and it’s very easy to forget these foibles. The steering is
light and crisp, and the front wheels bite neatly, leading the nose exactly where you want it to be. All the while, you can adjust the car’s attitude on the throttle, shut it sharply and the Focus pivots around gently and progressively. In addition, the Ford Estate deals with bumps at every speed beautifully, and at least as well as any rival. Unlike the hatchback, all estates get fully-independent rear suspension, regardless of engine size - lesser hatches get an inferior twist-beam - so the good news is that every estate will ride and handle this deftly. Overall the Focus is a smooth, relaxing, exciting drive, and finally practical enough to be recommendable.
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Scooter gets revamp CHEAP, nimble and easy to use, the scooter became an instant hit on Rome’s crowded streets in the early 1950’s. Then, a decade later, the Mods scooted in, swarming British seaside resorts on their highly customised, glittering Lambrettas. Now, aficionados will be welcoming the rebirth of one of the most stylish scooters of all time: the Cezeta. It’s aerodynamic shape was
inspired by the rocket aesthetics of lunar travel. Czechoslovakia wasn’t part of the space race, but the country was the world’s greatest motorcycle producer and was riding a wave of postwar optimism. The Cezeta’s radical and futuristic look, created by motorcycle racer Jaroslav Frantisek Koch, embodied so much of his country’s promise. Koch’s Type 501, usually compared to a torpedo, became an instant hit with young Czechs. But despite its winning appeal, production stuttered to a close in 1964. Fast forward to 2008 and a Brit named Neil Eamonn Smith moved to Prague and began to experiment with electric conversions of Cezetas. Much to the joy of Mods and romantics alike, he has perfected the powertrain and launched the Type 506.
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Top marks for Audi A1
THERE are plenty of excellent superminis currently on the market, but few exude as much badge appeal as the Audi A1. Admittedly it was Mini that set the standard, especially after it kick-started our market obsession with car personalisation and took it to a level never thought possible in mass production. Mini also kept running costs low thanks to efficient engines and high residuals, but Audi is fighting back with a vengeance. The new A1 offers more space, low ownership costs, impressive resale values, and any number of permutations of specification. Look closer at the five-door ‘Sportback’ model and you’ll discover more aggressive detailing than before. Audi’s designers have brought out long-forgotten straight edges in a bid to give the A1 more presence, resulting in a far more expressive
NEW AND IMPROVED: Audi has produced a very competitive supermini. front and bevelled rear lights. A large radiator grille is topped by three styling slots which pay homage to the orig-
inal Audi Sport Quattro and there is even a subtle take on that car’s ‘box arches’ at the side.
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paint options and contrasting colours for various components. The new A1’s longer wheelbase means more legroom, and the boot has been usefully enlarged too. Moreover, Audi has ramped up the technology, so all models get smart looking digital instruments on an impressive 10.25 inch screen. This is complemented by a colour touchscreen in the centre which has a snappy response to touch and looks great. Although the air conditioning controls look a little twee, the more compact design frees up space for storage in the centre console. Turbocharged petrol engines are the only motive option for the A1, including a sweet three-cylinder 1.0-litre unit available in two power outputs. The battle between the Mini and the A1 is on, and the Audi is better equipped for the fight than it has ever been.
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ROAD TEST by Nick Fletcher FRENCH manufacturer Citroen has long been noted for providing vehicles with outstanding ride comfort, a quality which is an essential aspect of people-carriers. Its latest C4 Space Tourer perfectly illustrates the point. Available in five and seven-seat form, the
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Citroen C4 Space Tourer
Space Tourer is among the most spacious and bestequipped MPVs in the class and its ultra-comfortable ride is the ace card in a very competitive sector. The Space Tourer also has an edge over rivals because its styling - particularly its in-
terior - has a more unconventional and arguably more distinctive appearance. Space Tourer prices start at €24,348 (£21,670) for a wellkitted entry model but for features such sat-nav and enhanced infotainment and connectivity you need to
move up the range. My five-seat test model was a top-spec Flair version which with 2.0-litre diesel engine, eight-speed auto gearbox and features such as panoramic sunroof, park assist and aircraft style dropdown tables, costs €34,028 (£30,285). Other features include a 30cm (12-inch) HD central display, parking sensors and reversing cam-
era, hands-free tailgate, media streaming and smartphone mirroring, auto parking brake and hill-start assist, dual-zone air-conditioning and programmable cruise control. The cabin is light and airy, the wrap-around windscreen gives great visibility and there is ample space for five adults. The rear seats slide and fold for extra load versatility and even with all seats in use there is a substantial 793 litres of boot space, expanding to over 2,000 litres with rear seats folded. The dashboard is wide and deep and most controls are operated via a large, central
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touch-screen. Underway, the Allspace is smooth and responsive and the compliant suspension irons out rough surfaces and shallow potholes. The steering is light and agile, though at speed I found the feedback just a little muted. Top speed is 209kph (130 mph) and the 0-100kph time is crisp at 8.3 seconds. Average fuel economy is impressive at 20.8kpl (58.9 mpg) and emissions are 128g/km. As a family vehicle, the C4 Space Tourer is hard to fault. It delivers style, space, comfort and economy at prices which undercut most key rivals in the sector, and should be on the short-list of anyone planning to buy an MPV.
STATS PANEL Model: Citroen C4 Space Tourer Flair Engine: 2.0-litre diesel Transmission: 8-speed DSG Automatic Performance: 0-100 kph 8.3 seconds, top speed 209 kph (130 mph) Economy: 20.8kpl (58.9 mpg) Emissions: 128g/km
Model tested is UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets.
Electric cars’ battered batteries BATTERY longevity and how the cells degrade obviously determines the useful life of electric cars and how much someone will be prepared to pay for it second-hand. This in turn determines the cost of ownership and monthly costs on a personal contract purchase plan. At the moment, the values of used-battery cars are frustratingly low because the second-hand market does not understand the technology, and is concerned with what happens when battery warranties expire. Lithiam-ion batteries contain five main components: cathode, anode, separator, current collectors and electrolyte. When the battery is discharged, the lithium ions move from the anode to the cathode, generating a flow of electrons through the device. In a lithium-ion battery this process is reversible over many cycles and years, and Li-ion batteries carry more charge for less weight than al-
CHARGING ON: Owning an electric car raises a number of issues. ternatives such as lead-acid or nickel-metal-hydride cells. To prolong the lifetime of these batteries, car battery manufacturers employ additives to the electrolyte or coatings on the electrodes to try to protect them against degradation. Some experts have advised that electric car batteries should only be charged to 80 per cent, as going the whole way stresses the cathode. Lithium-ion batteries are not flawless environmentally,
either in the electricity which recharges them or the elements which go into their make-up. Lithium is dangerous, reactive in air and hard to recycle, so lots of batteries end up in landfill simply as a safety measure. Battery-electric cars are going to have to be much more desirable as a used buy if this technology is going to get fully off the ground, and that depends on understanding how to look after them.
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TOTTENHAM outplayed Chelsea to inflict the Blues’ first Premier League defeat of the season (3-1), and manager Mauricio Pochettino claims they are capable of ‘big things.’ Spurs deservedly scored two goals in the first 16 minutes through midfielder Dele Ali’s flicked header from Christian Eriksen’s cross, and Harry Kane firing in a drive from long range. In the second half, Son Heung-min picked the ball up on the halfway line, outpaced Jorginho and surged past David Luiz before coolly rolling the ball into the net. Although Chelsea pulled a late goal back through an Olivier Giroud header, they were no match for their inspired London neighbours. Spurs will next face Arsenal in another derby, while Chelsea will host Fulham. Mohamed Salah set Liverpool on their way to a 3-0 victory over Watford which kept them within two points of leaders Manchester City at the top of the Premier League. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s stunning freekick and Roberto Firminho’s tap-in sealed the result for the Reds. Liverpool are now unbeaten in 13 league games in 2018-19 and have more points (33) and conceded
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GO ON SON: Son Heung-min’s wonderful solo goal sealed Spurs’ win. less goals (five) than ever before at this stage. Liverpool will next entertain Everton, while Watford will travel to Leicester. Manchester City scored four of their nine shots on goal against West Ham to cruise to a 4-0 thrashing.The game was over by halftime, with David Silva, Raheem Sterling and Leroy Sane all getting in on the act. West Ham were much improved after the break and Michail Antonio hit the post, but Sane scored his second in injury time. City will next host Bournemouth while West Ham will face strugglers Newcastle. Arsenal manager Unai Emery said he still expects more from his team despite ex-
tending their unbeaten run in all competitions to 17 games with a 2-1 victory at Bournemouth. Jefferson Lerma’s spectacular own goal and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s eighth strike of the season secured their fourth Premier League away win of the campaign. Joshua King had equalised on half-time and did not play poorly in the match, but this loss makes it three straight defeats for the Cherries. Other fixtures this weekend will see Southampton host Manchester United, Cardiff entertain Wolves and Huddersfield take on Brighton.
England trample Australia ENGLAND produced a 24- point second half blitz at Twickenham to blow away a subdued Australia 37-18 and end their autumn campaign on a high. Eddie Jones’ side was on the board within two minutes, shoving the Wallabies scrum backwards before Mark Wilson picked up from the base and fed Ben Youngs outside him to send May in at the corner. Farrell’s touchline conversion and a more straightforward penalty were split by a penalty from Toomua. Dane Haylett-Petty then latched onto Samu Kerevi’s break to go over the try line, but the video referee ruled it out for a forward pass. Farrell extended the lead to 13-3 with his second penalty after Daly was dump tackled, but from nowhere, Australia struck back. Folau made initial progress down the left and when the ball was recycled, he cut a smart line back against the grain to slice and step through a wrong-footed defence and race under the posts. The Wallabies then levelled when
England went offside as Kerevi went o n t h e c h a rg e , To o m u a s l o t t i n g t h e penalty when Farrell should arguably have been yellow carded for a shoulder-charge on Izack Rodda as he ran to the line. England could have had few complaints had the official awarded a penalty try. But after the break the home side w a s a d i ff e r e n t a n i m a l a n d f u l l b a c k Elliott Daly raced onto a Farrell off l o a d t o a r c a r o u n d Wi l l G e n i a a n d then beat Haylett-Petty to the line for a superb score. Cokanasiga then brushed off Haylett-Petty to canter in for his second international try in two starts. Farrell’s third penalty made it 3013, and the lynchpin then teamed up well with George Ford to carve through a gaping hole in the Australian defence. Folau’s second try at the death after H a y l e t t - P e t t y ’s b r e a k d i d l i t t l e t o lessen the pressure facing coach Michael Cheika.
England stump Sri Lanka ENGLAND held their nerve to complete a first series whitewash in Sri Lanka with a tense 42-run victory in the third Test in Colombo. Kusal Mendis hit a superb 86 and Roshen Silva made a fine 65 to frustrate the tourists before Jack Leach r an out Kusal t o seemingly turn the tide. Moeen Ali (4-92) struck twice to put England on the brink until a defiant last-wicket stand of 58 from the hosts. But Leach (4-72) snared Sur anga Lakm al l bw t o bowl out Sri Lanka for 284. England’s 3-0 victory is t he f i r st t i m e t hey have won every Test in a series in Sri Lanka, and it is only the third time - after India earlier this year and Australia in 2004 - that a touring side have beaten the hosts by that scoreline. A new Engl and has started to take shape this
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SPIN SPECIALIST: Jack Leach proved pivotal in the match. year, wi t h 20- year- ol d Sam Cur r an m aki ng a strong impression and Jos Buttler and Adil Rashid justifying their recalls. But England still have issues to resolve and only three Tests against West Indies and one against Ireland in which to do so before their attempt to regain the Ashes from Australia starts on August 1, 2019.
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Sevilla seize league summit SEVILLA headed to the top of La Liga with a narrow 1-0 win over mid-table Real Valladolid. A header by Portuguese forward Andre Silva earned the points, and it was the on-loan AC Milan player’s eighth league goal of the season. Valladolid’s Turkish forward Enes Unal had two goals disallowed for offside, and in stoppage time forced a fine save from Tomas Vaclik. Sevilla are one point clear of Barcelona after 13 games and have not been Spanish champions since 1946. Their next game is away to Alaves, while Valladolid will host Leganes. Santiago Solari’s winning start as Real Madrid coach ended with a dismal defeat as Eibar won 3-0 to claim a first La Liga victory over their opponents. Real fell behind to Gonzalo Escalante’s early opener for the hosts, and the lead was doubled by Sergi Enrich shortly after half-time. Gareth Bale had a goal disallowed for offside before Kike reacted quicker than defender Raphael Varane to tap in from six yards. Real will next play Valencia while Eibar will travel to Real Valladolid. Substitute Ousmane Dembele rescued a late point for Barcelona in an exciting finish to an otherwise 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid. A disappointing game was drifting to a goalless draw, when Antoine Griezmann whipped in a corner for Diego Costa to head Atletico ahead in the
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SILVA LINING: Striker Andre Silva is on form for Sevilla this season. 77th minute. The home team looked secure but Lionel Messi picked out Dembele with a minute left, and his controlled finish beat Jan Oblak. Barca next host Villarreal while Atletico will take on Girona. Other fixtures this weekend will see Getafe entertain Espanyol, Athletic Bilbao travel to Levante and Real Betis face Real Sociedad.
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29 November - 5 December 2018 JONNY SEXTON has become the first Irishman to win the Men’s Player of the Year Award since Keith Wood in 2001, as Ireland swept the board at the World Rugby awards in Monaco.
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Hamilton claims season finale controlled drive. Hamilton joined Sebastian Vettel and the retiring twotime world champion Fernando Alonso after the race
as all three performed ‘doughnut’ spins on the track. The three drivers hold 11 of some of the most recent World Championships won in a golden era for driving talent in the sport. Vettel took second after Hamilton’s teammate Valterri Bottas faded to fifth, meaning the Finn ends the season without a victory. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo took third and fourth. Renault’s Nico Hulkenberg emerged unhurt from a frightening-looking accident in which he was pitched into
a roll and landed upside down in a first-lap clash with Romain Grosjean’s Haas. Hulkenberg called through the radio: “Get me out. There’s fire.” But once the fire was extinguished and the car was taken off the barrier, he was able to climb out unaided. Hamilton’s evening under
the lights of the attractive but characterless Yas Marina circuit was complicated when Mercedes pitted him earlier than expected during a caution period. That was on lap seven of 55 - nine laps earlier than Bottas’ first stop - but Mercedes were covering one of their rivals potentially doing
the same thing. It meant a race of careful driving and tyre management, but Hamilton handled it well, to reclaim the positions he had lost one by one as his rivals pitted. “The team have done an exceptional job,” said Hamilton. “I’ve been able to be a better me all year long, and I’m never going to stop trying to do that.” Credit: Formula1/Twitter
LEWIS HAMILTON won the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to end the season in which he clinched his fifth World Championship on a high. It was the 11th victory of the year for Hamilton, who dominated the race with a
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BACKING HIMSELF: Hamilton is closing in on Michael Schumacher’s title record.