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In bloom for fiestas THE streets of Murcia are being filled with more than 80,000 flowers in preparation of the September fiestas which begin next week. Two thousand pink begonias, 2,000 red lattices and 8,500 zinnias are being set around the centre of Murcia in the parks and some paved areas such as Floridablanca, Malecon, Salitre and Huerto Ferrer. The council of Murcia organised the flowers through the company STV Gestion
COLOURFUL: The flowers in the city are the centrepiece of Murcia. which specialises in large ostentatious decorations.
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Torture case shelved A COURT has ordered a case against four people accused of being involved in the torture and death of a Lithuanian man at a farm in Cartagena to be archived. The judge in Cartagena has provisionally dismissed the case at the request of prosecutors for a lack of evidence. The victim was found in February 2017 on a farm in the los Castillejos area of Cartagena. The 30-year-old man’s body was found tied up on the porch of the house. He was missing several fingers which were found nailed to a post.
Four people, including one from Torrevieja have been under investigation ever since. However, a post-mortem examination concluded none of his injuries were life threatening and he died from a heart attack brought on by respiratory failure. This has led the prosecutor and magistrate to conclude the men could not be charged with murder, only ‘reckless homicide’ at worst. In addition, it was impossible to find out in what way any of the four men had acted and so who was responsible, if any of them, for the death, so the case was shelved.
Modernisation Jose Guillen said that the arrangements would help draw attention to the parks and green areas of the city. Guillen has also stated that more than 100 trees which make up the parks in the centre will be replaced.
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Underage driver Son stabs mother A GIRL that is not yet old enough to drive has crashed into four other vehicles on Infante Don Juan Manuel road and was subsequently detained by the
Murcia police. Her mother was with her in the car at the time but she was three times over the legal alcohol limit.
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A MAN accused of slashing his mother’s throat with a sword has been arrested. The 48-year-old man was arrested by the National Police in Murcia for allegedly stabbing his mother in the jugular with a Japanese Samurai sword, almost killing her. The incident occurred last Sunday in the home of the 66-year-old woman, referred to by police as AG, where she was stabbed. They are at present investigating the case further to uncover the pertinent facts surrounding the cause and extent of the crime. The mother was rushed to Reina Sofia hospital after the emergency services were called and brought with them the paramedics. Her son went back to the scene of the crime with the police to explain what had happened. The judge will decide later this week whether the assailant will be sent to prison, a psychiatric ward or set free depending on the results obtained by the forensic teams.
LETHAL: A Samurai sword is a lethal weapon which is easily available.
Palms fumigated FUMIGATION of the palm trees in La Palmaral in Orihuela was completed at the start of this week, preventing the plague of ‘picudos’ from spreading across the entire tree line. The picudo, often referred to as the ‘red weevil’ is akin to termites and woodworms, feasting on dry wood and spreading to the other trees in the area which is densely populated with palm trees that are particularly susceptible to the infestation. The work has been going on for a month, in
which time the council treated 2,300 trees on Doctor Garcia Rogel Avenue. The environmental team set about spraying the trees, fumigating the area, pruning and picking the fruit off the trees. Councillor for the Environment Dámaso Aparicio organised the procedures and has mentioned that because the methods used are potentially dangerous to the ecosystem, there will have to be further check-ups and preventative measures in the future.
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Mystery foam in Mar Menor
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THE Environmental Agency of the Mar Menor area has investigated an accumulation of foam which appeared over the weekend. It was spotted by a group of fishermen between Los Alcazares and Perdiguera Island, and marine experts of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment have stated that it is phytoplankton.
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Hit by van A GIRL from Madrid was rushed to hospital last weekend after being hit by a van that was reportedly travelling at speed near Pe d r u c h o b e a c h in L a Manga. The 17-year-old girl suffered serious head trauma and is receiving vital treatment in San t a L u c i a Ho sp ital in Cartagena.
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New home A LITTLE pot-bellied pig turned up at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre wanting ‘to come inside,’ and after staying with the rescue centre for a couple of days, his owner came by and demanded he be sent straight to slaughter. The team of volunteers instead paid to adopt poor Rupert.
History cash TWO projects to build new museums have been approved by the council of Orihuela. Councillor Jose Aix also said the museums of Orihuela that are currently in operation will receive sufficient funding to renovate certain areas of the buildings and clean the surrounding areas in the municipality.
43 FINANCE 46-49 THE JUCAR CANYON in the region of Castile-La Mancha is one of Spain’s lesser known natural wonders.
Spain’s forgotten canyon AROUND a two-hour drive from Alicante airport, one of Spain’s most stunning natural wonders lies in the depths of rural Castile-La Mancha. The Jucar Canyon is a 40km gorge that is carved through the Albacete countryside, with picturesque villages and luscious green forests lining the banks of the Jucar River that follows its path. The canyon is situated in an area known as La Manchuela. The
source of the canyon starts out as rich, fertile vegetable gardens and river vegetation. It soon transforms into a unique habitat, with woodland of juniper, pine and holm-oak perched on the side of the steep 100-metre high gorge sides. On the steeper sections the rocky outcrops are home to nesting birds of prey such as Griffon Vultures and Golden Eagles and the river is rich in aquatic and bird life. One of the most spectacular
sights along the gorge is the villages that are perched on top of the many meanders that the river takes. One of the most spectacular being the stretch between Valdeganga to the village of Villa de Ves. Although relatively unknown as a tourist destination, sports such as hiking, fishing, cycle-touring, kayaking are all practised on the river, and a number of lovely guest houses are situated along the length of the river.
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Medieval walls THE council of Murcia has announced new plans which will consist of three walls that will be built around the centre of Murcia and follow the defensive structure that protected the city in the ninth century. Mayor Jos e Ba l l e st a b e l i e v e s th e scheme will offer a glimpse into Medieval Murcia.
Renovations THE councillor for Development M a r i o Go m e z h a s a n nounced that phase two of the plan to renovate the area of Los Rosales is nearing completion and will be ready as scheduled for October 11. The houses specifically designed for those with limited mobility will be made available sometime next year.
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Migrants transferred Abuser’s second chance AFTER a ship containing 18 immigrants was stopped from entering the port between Almeria and Murcia the detainees were transferred to Cartagena where they are currently being processed. Maritime Rescue and Safety conducted the initial rescue mission in which a group of African immigrants, most of whom were from Algeria, were trying to enter the country illegally and got within seven miles of the Spanish coast before the Guardia Civil coastguard spotted them and sent out the rescue team to bring them safely ashore. The Red Cross dispatched a team of health workers to check on those on board and concluded that they were all in good health. After this the police took charge of them and will now have to file the paperwork to deport them from Spain back to their home countries.
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A MAN from Lorca has been arrested for abusing his partner while undertaking rehabilitation after a previous offence against another woman. He had been charged for a similar offence and offered a suspended sentence two years earlier on condition he attended a domestic violence prevention course and was pending evaluation. The programme had been specifically designed by the courts to teach men who have abused their female partners how to behave correctly within a relationship. Just before the man was due to complete his suspended sentence he beat his new girlfriend committing grievous bodily harm. This rehabilitation programme was deemed unsuccessful in its aim to prevent further abuse as he failed to meet the goals set for him by the institution against domestic abuse. The abuser will now not be able to avoid jail time. He has been sentenced to six months in prison for the accumulation of his previous actions and his most recent offence.
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Flood grant calls THE deadline for the people affected by the floods of Los Alcazares in 2016 to present an application to receive a subsidy was on Monday, August 19. Some 33 people requested a maximum subsidy of €2,000 out of the €40,000 available. Mayor of Los Alcazares Mario Cervera has fulfilled his promise to the public that he made three years ago by collecting the funds necessary from big businesses in the area and putting aside enough to help those whose houses suffered flood damage recuperate their losses. The businesses of the area have helped out in many different ways but most importantly they are working with the council to rebuild the town. The council is currently evaluating the requests and will come to a decision shortly as to where the money will be allocated and who will receive what.
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NEWS EXTRA Abandoned children A COUPLE has been arrested after leaving their two children aged five and seven at home in Mula unsupervised for an entire morning. A police source said this is not the first time they have been accused of negligence.
Tyre vandals CHALLENGE: The new craze has forced closures.
Pools closed down FOUR swimming pools have had to be closed down in La Manga because of a new viral trend that has been sweeping the world, encouraging teens to defecate in public swimming pools. Hotel resort owners have
had to take strict measures to make sure this new craze is put to bed, so they have had to put up signs around the hotel and make sure that lifeguards are aware of the potential threat of teens who would ruin the experience
for hundreds of others for their own enjoyment. The protocol for cleaning the pool is expensive and extraneous for the workers at the pool and it means shutting it down for at least 24 hours.
Plastic factory fined THE Sabic Plastics factory has been fined €52,000 for burning hazardous waste which released 12 different metals and other dangerous compounds into the skies above La Aljorra. Sabic are being investigated by the Environmental Agency and the Department for Health of Murcia for events that reportedly took
place over two years ago according to Jose Alberto Gonzalez of La Verdad. The Department of Health studied samples of the soil, air and water surrounding the factory. They found that the levels of arsenic, amongst other heavy metals and toxins, could damage the ecosystem and was dangerous to humans.
RESIDENTS living in the Micaela area of Cartagena woke up on Tuesday morning to find that their tyres had been slashed. The Local Police have reported that four cars were damaged. They are still looking for the perpetrator.
Mechanic hurt A MECHANIC has been seriously injured after a large metal object fell on him in a garage in Cehigin. He was rushed to the intensive care unit of La Vega-Lorenzo Guirao hospital where he is in critical condition.
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HAZARD: Sabic is a Saudi Arabian fertiliser company.
FORMER accountant and councillor Juan De Dios has been arrested for allegedly creating a fake account and defrauding several establishments of around €723,000. He had already been sentenced to six years and although an appeal was made, the sentence stood.
Listeriosis ‘no danger’ THE Minister for Health in Murcia Manuel Villegas has assured the region of Murcia that there have been no new cases of listeriosis reported in the region. The assurance follows the government health alert after a 90-year-old woman died from the bacterial disease in Andalucia. The Department for Health say that they are remaining vigilant after the recent cases which have been reported in Extremadura and Madrid as well as the 80 cases of listeriosis in Andalucia.
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Women robbed Man cleared of fraud
HELD: Two men suspected of street robbery.
TWO men have been arrested for allegedly robbing two women and threatening them with knives in Calle Traperia, Murcia last weekend. The two men reportedly stole around â‚Ź50 and two mobile phones from the women in the centre of the town. The men were both wielding rudimental flip
knives and forced the women to give up their belongings by pointing them at them. The women did not comply with the robbers at first but eventually after it was clear that their lives were in real danger they succumbed to the delinquents. The authorities were able to catch the robbers quickly
as the event took place right in the middle of the city and the Local Police had several units on duty at that time. They arrested them with the help of the Special Group of Citizen Security (GESC) and the National Police and were able to return all of the stolen belongings to the two women.
A MAN who owns a petrol station in the region of Murcia was accused of forging delivery notes that he received from petrol supply companies. The case has been thrown out by the judge due to a lack of evidence and an inability to prove him guilty of fraud. The Provincial Court of Murcia has released a statement noting that the prosecution had been seeking a fine of close to â‚Ź5,000 on top of the jail sentence. In a separate instance, Spanish bank Bankia sought a further two years jail time for the
Palm trees THE Environmental Agency of Orihuela has announced that the work they had been conducting to reform the green areas in the province have been completed. They have successfully collected the fruit hanging from the palm trees in the Palmeral de Orihuela so it is now safe to walk through.
oil man as they discovered a series of falsified documents which incriminate him. Both prosecuting parties were dismayed with the court’s attempts to prove the defendant guilty. They believe that the lawyers should have
hired a forensic linguist to prove that the signatures on the allegedly falsified documents were in fact forged. As it happens they did analyse the falsified documents, but found nothing that would indicate forgery.
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TREATMENT: The victim was taken to Reina Sofia Hospital in Murcia.
Woman raped THREE men have been arrested for raping and beating a 41-year-old woman in Santa Rita, Murcia. The National Police received a call on Saturday evening stating that there was a woman in need of assistance as she was bleeding and bruised having been left in the street. Thankfully the street that she was lying in was close to the police station and they dispatched a unit to investigate the situation right away. The Emergency Medical Unit was sent soon after the police arrived and took the
woman to Reina Sofia hospital where she was given treatment for her wounds and examined in order to find any DNA evidence that could help the police investigation. The three men were tracked down by the police several hours after the incident. They were on the same street where the crime was committed and fit the description that the victim of the crime gave. A woman who witnessed the event but did not come forward to tell the police has been arrested and charged for leaving the woman and doing nothing.
More tourists wanted THE department of Tourism of Hellin has set up a stall on the main promenade of Cartagena in an effort to promote tourism in the La Mancha town. During the summer months Cartagena is relatively quiet as many of its inhabitants have temporarily migrated to the
sandy shores of La Manga. The councillor for Tourism in Hellin Manuel Padin went to visit the tourist information stall in Cartagena with the delegate mayor Cristina Perez at the end of last week. They are both keen to boost inland tourism as the area in
and around Hellin is famous for its history and mining culture has a lot to offer in their eyes. The council is planning several new archaeological digs in Hellin and Albacete that will urge tourists to explore further afield.
Festival is a hit THE Cabo De Palos music festival ended with a bang last weekend caused by a mash-up of Indie and Pop provided by the talented musicians such as Nazareno, Wonder, Funicular and Yana Saphire that brought life to the port town. On top of the dozen or so musical acts that took to the stage to perform there were several fun activities to take part in in the
sea. Youngsters were invited to try out paddle boarding in a workshop and there were other opportunities to surf, kayak or even scuba dive. The point of the festival to some extent was to bring attention to environmental issues and demonstrate ways of how to keep the beaches clean and keep the ocean from harm.
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Riddled with asbestos THE highly toxic fibre enforced cement can reportedly still be found in schools in Lorca. Councillor Antonia Perez has demanded that the Department of Education formulates a plan to remove the asbestos that apparently risks the lives of young people in the town. May o r o f L o r c a Di e g o Jose Mateos has in the past
e x p re s s e d s o me co n c e rn about the 6,000 square metres of roofing that was installed with asbestos in the 1980s that covers large sections of Lorca, especially in schools. He has however also been recorded as stating that if the asbestos is not disturbed, there is no health hazard. If there is another large earthquake like the one in
Lorca stands firm THE Centre For Attention to Victims of Domestic Abuse (CAVI), which is part of the Department of Equality in Lorca has come together to raise a banner and fly pink flags with the national symbol for resistance against ‘machismo’ and violence within relationships. Councillor for Equality in Lorca, Antonia Perez has banded together with CAVI after there have been 305 cases in which a male partner has attacked his female partner, 21 of these cases were instances when children of the couple were watching. Perez is currently offering psychological support and assistance to those children that have had to live through the ordeal of watching their mothers get beaten up. There is a separate organisation called SAMPEX that deals with children who have been the victims of violence instigated by their parents.
2011 there is the potential for a much more serious situation if the asbestos is not removed as it will become airborne, according to Mateos and Perez who have called for some urgency to correct the matter.
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ORIGINAL: Much Ado About Nothing from 1846.
Six new productions THE Ministry for Culture has announced in the upcoming theatre season there will be six productions showing at various theatres around Murcia. The council awarded the six production companies grants ranging from €9,000 to €14,300 based on a professional evaluation by the Murcia theatre group. Culture Minister Esperanza Moreno noted that the council had doubled their budget for the productions. The list of successful theatre groups is as fol-
lows: Alquibla Teatro, Teatro Los Claveles, Nacho Villar Producciones, Factoría de Cuentos, Teatro Silfo and La Murga Teatro. One of the productions making the most noise is the up and coming ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ musical which will be staged by Alquibla Teatro. The theatre group has caused some excitement within the community as they promise to combine Shakespearean styles with swing in this interesting hybrid spectacle.
Research award THE third annual Antonio Reverte Navarro Research Award along with €3,000 will be handed out at the end of the year giving applicants four months to write up the most interesting and entertaining research project they can
come up with to the Royal Academy of Legislation and Jurisprudence of Murcia. Last year the winner was David Parra, a professor of constitutional law at the University of Murcia. Parra dissected the modern politi-
cal system and laid out the problems with the new developments that have been made in his project. Antonio Reverte Navarro had the award named after him for his important contributions to the legal system in Murcia, his teachings as a pr of essor of l aw and the progress he achieved as president of the Economic and Social Council. The full criteria for applicants can be found on the programme’s website and the deadline for applications is December 20.
Flying invasion AMID the growing number of mosquitos that are invading the shores of the Costa Blanca, health officials have been encouraging the public to wear mosquito repellant and long sleeves as well as investing in mosquito nets to stop the pests coming into the house.
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One dead and nine injured in bus crash A HEAD-ON collision t o o k p l a c e o n Tu e s d a y morning between a bus and a vehicle at kilometre 328 near Amposta on the AP-7 near Tarragona. The incident occurred at 4.25am with the Catalan Traffic Service (SCT) reporting that the driver of the vehicle, believed to be a tourist, had been killed. Nine of the bus passengers on the bus at the
time of the accident have been injured, with most of them suffering only minor injuries. They have been taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Officers from the Mossos d’Esquadra closed the stretch of road for the morning whilst Generalitat Firefighters, four ambulances and the Psychological Support Service of the Emergency Medical System (SEM)
worked on the scene. They removed the vehicles and according to sources, the road was reopened at 12pm that afternoon.
Traffic chaos in Malaga THE holiday season h a s b ro u g h t t r a v e l chaos to the roads around Malaga and surrounding towns. The Directorate G e n e r a l o f Tr a f f i c (DGT) recorded last weekend some of the heaviest traffic tailbacks of the year on the A-7 and A-45 motorways. Delays of up to 12 kilometres were recorded, causing locals and workers huge headaches trying to get on with their daily business. The stretch between La Cala de Mijas and Fuengirola recorded tailbacks of around 3km and on the A-7 skirting Marbella you could expect to wait for around 4km. The region is seeing one of its busiest holiday seasons in many years bring millions of euros in investment to the area, however the massive increase in population during the summer months is well recognised to put a strain of the local infrastructures and residents.
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Be careful of watch thieves A WARNING has been sent out to watch out for muggers who are targeting people for their expensive watches in Spain. It seems to be a particular and recurring problem in the Balearic Islands where foreign gangs are known by police to return for the summer season in search of wealthy and unsuspecting tourists. The latest warning has come from a man who was targeted by thieves riding a moped in Palma. Speaking to the UK’s Mail Online the 44-year-old man who wishes to remain anonymous, described how a thief tried to remove a €25,000 Audemar Piguet watch from his wrist while he was queuing to pay in a shop after a trip to the beach.
EXPENSIVE WATCHES: Are being stolen by muggers.
Unfortunately for the thief the intended victim is a jiujitsu expert who chased the criminal and subdued him with the help of double Thai boxing world champion Iman Barlow, as reported in the Euro Weekly News. The victim has blamed
this incident on ‘Italians’ who he says fly in to commit this sort of crime. He now wants an ‘explanation’ from the Spanish authorities on why this sort of targeted theft is still happening, and warns people to be on their guard for thieves.
Birdsong less intricate
RESEARCHERS from Spain and Hawaii have conducted a joint study which has revealed that birds are not making such complex sounds as they did in the past as populations decline. The study was focused on Hawaii and centered around the Honeycreeper Bird which is endemic to the Pacific Island. The results were published in the Royal Society Open Science journal and proved particularly interesting to
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twitchers the world over as they try to repopulate areas deserted by certain species due to climate change, amongst other environmental factors. Previous studies have shown that the Honeycreeper population is dwindling in Hawaii and this has caused less rigid mating rituals within them. Adding to that, when there are less birds in an environment there are fewer songs to imitate and therefore less diverse birdsong.
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THE WEEK IN POLITICS
MANUELA CARMENA, former mayor of Madrid, dismissed as ‘frivolous’ suggestions that she could be a minister in a future Pedro Sanchez government. Carmena’s Mas Madrid was the most-voted party in the May 26 municipal elections although city hall is now controlled by a Partido Popular-Ciudadanos-Vox alliance. “Nobody has offered anything,” said Carmena.
Personal opinion ANNOUNCING Madrid’s candidates for the April 28 general elections, Ciudadanos leader Albert Rivera said Spain was lucky to have people like Marcos de Quinto. Number Two on Ciudadanos’ list for Madrid recently criticised ‘the pious Leftist theocracy’ for saving well-fed Open Arms passengers while forgetting the starving in Venezuela. Responding to the criticism from all sides, De Quinto replied that these were personal tweets. “If people don’t like them they needn’t read them,” he argued.
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Manuela says no MANUELA CARMENA: Wants to banish insults from public debate. As well as scotching rumours of a future mini s t r y, C a r m e n a a l s o i n sisted in a radio interview with Cadena Ser that there were no plans to extend Mas Madrid i n t o a n a t i o n a l p a r t y, Mas Pais. “ T h e r e ’s n o t h i n g i n any of this,” said the exmayor whose restrictions on traffic in the centre of Madrid were the first thing that her successor Jose Luis MartinezAlmeida attempted to reverse. Her present mission is to create a foundation that will put ethics back into politics and ‘banish insults’ from public debate, Carmena revealed.
Catalan elections not ruled out GUILTY verdicts for Catalan separatists facing charges that include rebellion and misappropriation of public funds could trigger an early regional election. Oriol Junqueras, president of the Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya (ERC) party, has been imprisoned on remand since November 2017 following the regional parliament’s unilateral declaration of independence of October 27. This came to nothing and the PDeCat leader and former regional president Carles Puigdemont fled Spain two days later, followed by other members of the regional government. Twelve who remained stood trial earlier this year and await verdicts due to arrive after the summer break. “Calling elections is an option that cannot be rejected,” Junqueras told a radio interviewer. The other pro-independence party PDeCat is unconvinced, especially its leader Carles Puigdemont who now lives in Waterloo (Belgium). With ERC overtaking Puigdemont’s party in the last general elections and continuing to rise in the polls, the former regional president considers this would result in his PDeCat successor and protégé - Quim Torra heading a weakened acting government. Equally important, but unspoken, is the likelihood of an ERC overall majority that would weaken Puigdemont’s own grip.
POLL TRACKER • Partido Socialista (PSOE): 30.2 per cent (between 127 and 131 seats) • Partido Popular (PP): 20.2 per cent (between 83 and 87 seats) • Ciudadanos: 13.6 per cent (between 42 and 46 seats • Unidas Podemos: 13.3 per cent (between 32 and 36 seats) Result: PSOE largest party, no overall control
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Gibraltar man guilty of child rape A MAN aged 50 has been found guilty of raping a child. The Supreme Court has remanded in custody Jason Laguea until October 8 when he will be sentenced. A jury of nine found the Mons Calpe Mews man guilty on five sex charges against a child under the age of 13 on Tuesday afternoon. He was found to have committed the crimes between 2008 and 2013.
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Vox party in trouble? THE far right political party, Vox is facing turmoil after another two of its major members have resigned in the past week, bringing the total resignations to 13 in the space of three months. Last weekend Sonia Crespo , vicesecretary of Communication of Vox Málaga and David Vasegh, party member in charge of Social Networks and former coordinator in Fuengirola have both left the organisation. Faced with an ever dwindling representation, the deputy secretary of Formation of the party, Fermín Parrondo has called an emergency meeting to address the situation with the possibility of bringing for-
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ward an early election. Controversy has surrounded the departure of Crespo with the provincial president of Vox, Enrique Lara strongly suggesting that she was dismissed prior to her official statement for a ‘lack of loyalty,’ despite Crespo denying any dismissal. The party has called an extraordinary and joint CEP meeting with the coordinators and vice-secretaries to discuss a plan going forward with an official statement due to be revealed this week. DEPARTED: Sonia Crespo, the latest in a string of resignations within the Vox party.
Irish tourist injured on rollercoaster in Tarragona KEVIN PERRY from West Belfast was rushed to hospital with a collapsed lung just hours after getting off a high speed ride at the Port Aventura theme park in Salou, Barcelona. The 20-year-old was on holiday with his family when he went on the ride, which cata-
pults thrill seekers from 0-125mph in just three seconds. After the ride finished Kevin began to experience chest pains. “When I stepped off the ride I automatically started feeling tight around my chest. “I went to the theme park medical centre
and was given some medication and was told to ‘calm down’ as they assumed I was having a panic attack.” The following day Kevin began coughing up blood and was taken to the local GP where he was diagnosed with pneumothorax. He was then rushed to hospital where he
underwent two operations in a matter of days to drain his lungs of fluid and air. Due to the after effects of his operations he was deemed unable to fly, so part-time DJ Kevin and his father spent three days travelling back to Belfast, in time for Kevin to perform a DJ set at the Thompson’s Garage.
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Gibraltar ready for Brexit SPAIN and the Gibraltar government are holding emergency talks to prevent border chaos in the event of
a no deal Brexit. Gibraltar government sources say that it is in neither the Rock’s or Spain’s interests
Fire starter A MAN previously employed to watch out for forest fires has been arrested accused of setting six blazes to keep himself in a job. Guardia Civil say the man in Lugo, northern Spain, decided the best way to keep the fire-watching checkpoint in action was to have fires to report. He is one of nine people so far arrested this summer in a Guardia Civil campaign against forest fires. They are accused of causing blazes in the provinces of Lugo, Avila, Gran Canaria, Leon, Castellon and Caceres. Most of the fires were caused through negligence rather than intentionally. Of the claims known to Guardia Civil, in the first six months of this year 98 per cent of the forest and scrub fires in Spain were caused by humans. The numbers caused by serious negligence while performing tasks in the field and use of machinery has increased considerably.
for there to be border issues post Brexit, pointing out that 15,000 Spanish workers enter through the island’s one checkpoint every day. The news comes after a leaked UK government report published in the Sunday Times said that Gibraltar was ‘under prepared’ for Brexit. The ‘Yellowhammer’ document, claims that ‘the imposition of checks at [Gibraltar’s] border with Spain’ will disrupt the supply of goods, including food, medicine and the shipment of waste. It predicts that there could be delays of up to four hours at the border for several months in the case of a no deal Brexit. But the Gibraltar government says that the document is out of date and was originally meant to outline worst-case scenario issues that have now been planned for.
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Ivory arrest A SPANISH woman faces a year in jail or one million Kenyan Shilling fine after she was detained for wearing an ivory bangle at Nairobi’s airport. The 50-year-old was heading to Dar es Salaam when officers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport spotted the bangle. Her arrest came a week after a French woman was given the maximum fine, which works out at around €8,700, after admitting possession of ivory jewellery.
A 90-YEAR-OLD woman has become the first fatal victim of a listeria outbreak that started in Sevilla. Health authorities have confirmed that she died in hospital after being admitted with food poisoning. Since August 15 there have been 114 confirmed cases of listeria poisoning contracted
Woman dies in listeria outbreak from La Mechá branded ‘carne mechada’ preserved meat. At the moment 53 of the victims are in hospital, the vast
majority in Sevilla. Of these, 18 are pregnant women, three more than on Monday. There are two patients in intensive care compared to five on Mon-
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day, and two newborns. By province, 35 of the hospitalised patients are in Sevilla, seven in Huelva, five in Cadiz and six in Malaga. Health inspectors traced the outbreak to the La Mechá brand and are now analysing other products made by brand owner Magrudis.
Spiked on camera EVERYONE loves a festival but a video which has gone viral has highlighted the potential dangers. Two girls are recording themselves at some kind of event and as one twirls round on the camera, a man drops a pill into her cup without her consent and without her even noticing. Neither the girl or her friend have any idea about what has just happened and she continues sucking her lollypop, oblivious. The video raises awareness about drugs at festivals/parties warning partygoers to be extremely vigilant with their drinks.
OBLIVIOUS: Girl’s drink is spiked.
Drink vendors on beach STICKING with a drink’s theme, another video being shared on social media puts the spotlight on the conditions of illegal drinks vendors in B e nidorm a nd
how/ wher e t hey pr epar e holidaymakers’ drinks. Al cohol can be seen stored uncovered in dirty dr ai ns and t he cups ar e r eused. Thi s par t i cul ar
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Sorolla: A master of light will bring sunshine to the National Gallery AN exhibition at the National Gallery aims to revive the Spanish painter’s reputation. Joaquín Sorolla was famed for his extraordinarily artistry of Mediterranean beach and coastal scenes, mostly painted out-of-doors around his home town of Valencia. He became popular in the century between Goya and Picasso, and then seemed to vanish. Sorolla was described as ‘the world’s greatest living painter.’ Ironically, while Picasso was burning his canvases to keep warm in a Parisian garret, Sorolla was a feted superstar. On death, the roles reversed. And then unlike Picasso’s fame, Sorolla’s reputation dwindled. Sorolla was wealthy and established and, as early as 1902, had been voted the most popular painter in Spain. However his famed interna-
SOROLLA: A master of light comes back out of the shadows. tional reputation faded into relative insignificance following his death in 1923. Sorolla, Spanish Master of Light, organised jointly by the National Gallery of Ireland and the National Gallery, London - with input from the state agency for Spanish culture, the
Museo Sorolla in Madrid, and the artist’s great-granddaughter - can be viewed as an exercise in rebranding the painter. Sorolla: Spanish Master of Light is at the Beit Wing of the National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin, until November 3.
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Power lines killing Spain’s raptors THOUSANDS of protected species of bird such as the Imperial eagles, storks, bearded vultures and Bonelli’s eagles meet their end on power lines throughout Spain each year. Spain’s Environment and Urban Planning Department’s prosecutor, Antonio Vercher, is urging regional authorities to do more to prevent birds colliding with power lines. According to a report from the previous Environment Ministry, 33,000 birds of prey die each year because of electricity wires. Other studies (Friends of the Imperial Eagle Foundation) indicate an even more alarming total: 192,000 and 337,000. Vercher has sent a message to every autonomous region within the county, criticising their passive stance thus far and describing the numbers of birds killed as ‘intolerable.’ The regional authorities are being accused of not bringing disciplinary action against the owners of the electricity cables.
How power lines are killing Spain’s birds.
In order to justify the lack of action, some authorities have said that they consider these deaths to be accidents so, in their opinion, disciplinary action has not been an option. However sources have alleged that the electricity companies have agreed to fix the defective cables, meaning disciplinary action can be taken.
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Food waste pressure
STATISTICS: Spoiled or wasted food is responsible for between 8 and 10 per cent of all greenhouse gas emissions. SPOILED or wasted food is responsible for between 8 and 10 per cent of all greenhouse gas emissions and in Spain the statistics don’t look positive. In 2018, Spanish homes threw out nearly 1.4 billion kilos/litres of food. More than 84 per cent of products are deposited directly in the rubbish without even being cooked, a problem that is al-
so increasing pressure on climate, water, and land resources. Experts claim hot weather increases food waste, but waste also contributes to rising temperatures. Spain’s national strategy to combat food waste places special emphasis on consumer responsibility. But activists want the Spanish government to go a step further and intro-
duce a law against food waste at all levels of the supply and consumption chains. In 2015, France made the pioneering decision to ban large supermarkets (more than 400 square metres in surface area) from throwing out unsold, but edible food products. Instead of wasting the food, they have to donate it to charity or use it for compost.
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Planning a tax-efficient move to Spain If you’ve been dreaming about living full time in Spain but haven’t yet, what’s stopping you? While many people need to wait until retirement, for others it may be the fear of foreign taxes, or just weighing up the pros and cons of such a big life change. And ongoing Brexit uncertainty has also muddied the waters for would-be expatriates. Interestingly, the unsettled political situation in the UK, triggered by Brexit frustration, is the reason some Britons are considering leaving to become tax resident elsewhere. If there was a general election, a new UK government could introduce changes when taking over the nation’s purse strings. There is speculation, for instance, that higher earners or those holding valuable assets could be hit with more punitive taxes. However, no-one can predict for sure what the future holds for taxation. Your tax burden can rise and fall at any given time. While good financial planning can help protect your wealth, if you are
does, or if your centre of economic interests is here. Be clear on your situation and plan around it - the Spanish tax office has increased inspections on tax residency. You also need to understand how the UK’s statutory residence test could continue to apply to you. By Gerald Turner, Partner, Blevins Franks considering moving to Spain, this may be the time to put an action plan in place. Once you have decided to move, it is sensible to start reviewing your financial planning. Research the taxes you’ll be liable for as a resident of Spain, how they will affect your wealth and what mitigation opportunities are available. Taxation Tax residency in Spain is not just about day counting. You could be resident even if you do not live in Spain but your spouse
Income tax rates in Comunidad Valenciana currently range from 19.5% to 48%, and in Murcia from 19.4% to 45.8%. Savings income benefits from lower rates of 19%, 21% and 23%. Wealth tax - This annual tax generally hits those with worldwide assets worth over €1 million (there is a personal allowance of €700,000 plus up to €300,000 for a resident’s main home). Rates range from 0.2% to 2.5%, with variations across regions. Spanish succession and gift rates and allowances depend who the beneficiary is, where deceased and beneficiary
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resident, and where the assets are located. Rates, allowances and exemptions vary considerably by region. With specialist guidance, you can often use compliant arrangements to lower taxes on investment income, assets, pensions and estate. Investing, pensions and estate planning While tax planning is a vital step to protecting your wealth, don’t neglect other aspects of your financial planning. Your estate planning needs to take account of both Spanish succession law and succession tax. Consider the various options for your pensions, including transferring your funds out of the UK into a QROPS, to establish what works best for your objectives and life in Spain. Moving
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opportune time to review your investment portfolio. It should be designed specifically around your current circumstances (including the fact that you are now living in Spain and spending Euros), income needs, goals, time horizon, current risk profile and estate planning wishes. Careful and early financial planning can help you make the most of what Spain has to offer. Cross-border wealth management is a complex area, so take specialist advice to secure the best results. The tax rates, scope and reliefs may change. Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change. Tax information has been summarised; an individual is advised to seek personalised advice. Keep up to date on the financial issues that may affect you on the Blevins Franks news page at www.blevinsfranks.com.
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BREXIT BRIEF Making provisions IN his latest speech Jeremy Corbyn has cited new leaked documents pertaining to an operation aimed at making provisions necessary to keep the supply of some vital medicines and food steady in post-Brexit Britain. The documents for the operation entitled ‘Yellowhammer’ suggest that the UK will have problems importing some vital medicines and some fresh food after leaving the EU. Michael Gove - the minister in charge of making sure that in a no-deal scenario Britain’s assets and economy is secure - has been reported as saying that operation Yellowhammer denotes the worst case scenario. He claims that he and his team are making sufficient efforts to stop severe delays in receiving medicine and food. According to various government sources however, the leaked documents mention that the worst case scenario is the scenario most likely to transpire.
Corbyn intent on stopping No Deal JEREMY CORBYN has stated in a recent speech that he will not let Boris Johnson ‘crash out’ of the EU without a deal by calling for another election after they hold a vote of no confidence. Corbyn compared Johnson to Trump in his speech, a likeness that drew the Conservatives to respond in turn by referring to this attempt to gain power as a ‘cynical’ move to ‘dither.’ Corbyn expressed that Labour is morally obliged to take the situation into their own hands and capitalise on the aftermath of the vote of no confidence to avoid what he has termed a ‘Trump Deal Brexit.’ The vote of no confidence is scheduled to take place early October before the UK is sup-
SPEECH: Corbyn addressed the public on Monday. posed to be taken out of the EU. If Johnson cannot secure
his position as prime minister in the two weeks after the first
vote, Corbyn will have an opportunity to stop the Conservative government from forcing the UK out of the EU. Johnson believes that he will still have the power to do so whilst the second vote is in situ. The Labour party has agreed that Jeremy Corbyn cannot control a majority vote in parliament if the Conservative lose the vote of no confidence. Brexit spokesperson Tom Brake has called for Corbyn to stand down if this is the case and back a new leader who will ultimately have more success in the house. Corbyn has refused to relinquish his position after a vote of no confidence is passed and has urged all those in the remain camp to get on board with his plan.
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BREXIT EXTRA Leaked docs BORIS JOHNSON has blamed Phillip Hammond for leaking the documents pertaining to Operation Yellowhammer. Hammond has vehemently denied any involvement in this alleged intentional move to undermine Johnson and his team before important negotiations with the EU.
Farming news MP Owen Paterson has claimed that when the UK leaves the EU farmers will be able to better plan funding to cover their costs and they will not have to compete with the European farmers who will be able to significantly undercut them.
New structure JEREMY CORBYN has proposed a new structure of taxation after Brexit in the new economic landscape. He said in his speech on Monday a general election after October 31 when the UK is set to leave the EU will necessitate increased taxing of the very wealthy.
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CITY CRISIS: Fears for Barcelona’s security after another violent night.
Barcelona stabbings A 47-YEAR-OLD man has died in a street brawl in Barcelona amongst the bloodiest month the city has seen. The victim, who has not been named, was killed during a street fight at around 3am on Friday in the Nou Barris district of Barcelona. The man was killed after he received numerous stab wounds during the altercation which took place on Calle Vilapicina. He was treated by the Servei d’Emergències Mèdiques (SEM), however he was reported dead shortly before arriving at the hospital. This was the second recorded incident on
Friday night as a man was seriously injured in a robbery attempt at around 12pm on the intersection of Via Laietana with Sant Pere Més Baix. According to witnesses he was assaulted and stabbed by a number of men who attempted to steal his belongings. The Mossos d’Esquadra have revealed that although they have suspicions on the perpetrators of both events, they have not made any arrests as of yet. The latest bloody night in Barcelona has come after the City Council has admitted there is a ‘security crisis’ currently ongoing in the city.
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Benidorm killer free after 12 years in Spanish prison
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best price but also the best coverage, by comparing detailed quotes. Don’t cancel your policy in the winter because you won’t save on premiums, and with many fair weather riding days throughout the year, you won’t be insured if you want to go for a ride. Keep a clean record to help keep your premiums as low as possible. Always secure your bike in a locked facility and install an anti-theft device. Tips for safe, claims-free biking Before each ride, check your bike’s tyres, brakes and oil and petrol levels. Wear an approved helmet and if it has been involved in an accident then buy a new one. Wear a jacket, pants, gloves and riding boots, fluorescent or reflective materials will make you more visible to other road users especially at night. Remain alert at all times, especially at intersections and blind corners. Always respect speed limits and adjust your riding to the road and surface conditions.
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PAUL DURANT, the 60year-old man dubbed the ‘Costa Cannibal’ has been released from prison and started a new life in a suburb of East London. Paul was convicted in 2007 for the brutal murder of 41year-old Karen Durrell in 2004 in Calpe, Benidorm. Police broke into Ms Durrell’s flat after a series of missing person reports and found blood, a knife and traces of flesh, but no body. In a confession sent to a British newspaper in 2004 he claimed he killed Ms Durrell with a mallet, cut off and ate parts of her then disposed of what was left of her body in rubbish bags around Calpe. Durant spent 12 years in prison in Spain when he was transferred back to the UK to see out his sentence. He was later convicted for the original robbery charges and
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HELD: Paul Durant during his arrest back in 2004.
a further eight years were added onto his time. Freed last month, he was recently spotted going about
his daily business in Tower Hamlets, East London where he is currently staying in a small flat in the area.
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Endangered turtle dove hunting continues Transition (MITECO) has been notified by the European Commission that infringement procedures should be implemented amid the declining number of turtle doves in Spain. MITECO have put in place a partial ban from mid-
August until the end of September during mating season, but the European Commission has deemed this a consolatory measure that will not restore the number of the species to where it needs to be. Professional hunters have
estimated that somewhere between 500,000 and 800,000 turtle doves will be killed in the upcoming season. Some areas in Spain have denounced the fact that the turtle dove population is declining, others have chosen to accept
the European Commission’s assessment and enforced a partial hunting ban. Asturias, the Canary Islands, Valencia and the Basque Country have all pledged to help repopulate the species in their autonomous communities.
The SEO/Birdlife NGO has gained the support of 40,000 citizens all over Spain to help protect the turtle dove until it has adequately replenished its numbers.
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THE endangered turtle dove will once again be hunted in Spain this year even after the European Commission has described Spain’s methods for preserving the species as inadequate. The Ministry for Ecological
ENDANGERED: Turtle doves are being hunted in droves.
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PROWLING: Wolf was seen near the Galician house.
Three dogs eaten by wolf A WOMAN in Galicia says that her three dogs, which were chained up in a yard, have been eaten by a wolf. The woman, named only as Estrella, said she and neighbours saw the predator prowling around the area of A Espiñeira, in the parish of Sistallo, in the municipality of Cospeito. Not thinking the animal would come so close, she didn’t think of bringing her pets in. It was only later that she made the sad discovery of three empty collars still at-
tached to the chains. A neighbour of Estrella, Ana María, said that her daughter saw the wolf one day at 7am. Their dog was loose, so was left unharmed. A nearby farmer in the rural region said he has lost three sheep to the wolf, which is said to be thin. Experts advise the best protection against wolves is to have a large mastiff-type dog which is big enough to see off a hungry wolf.
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Brutal assault A 51-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested after he allegedly raped and brutally battered a young prostitute who refused to perform certain sexual practices. Police say the detained man went to a club in LogroĂąo (La Rioja) to demand sexual services. When these were not forthcoming, he beat
the victim, who was unknown to him, so severely her jaw was broken. To escape his assault the victim had to lock herself in the bathroom at which point the man left the premises. A man fitting his description was tracked down by police and arrested in another club a few days later.
VENUE: Cala Sa Boadella beach where the party took place.
Illegal beach rave AN investigation has taken place into an illegal rave that took place in the early hours of Sunday morning on the beach of Cala Sa Boadella in the Girona town of Lloret de Mar. Around 150 people attended the get together where loud music could be heard emanating from a secluded cove.
Authorities were called after a taxi driver was alerted by large congregations of people in the area. Around 12 officers were dispatched to the scene and in total; five people have been identified as the so- called organisers of the event. Although the ring leaders have not been arrested,
procedures have been put in place to sanction them with fines of up to â‚Ź100,000. Music equipment and a PA system have also been confiscated and an investigation is still underway. It is thought that the party was put together through social media channels.
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Vox Twitter angry rant SPANISH far right MP Agustin Rosety, has taken to Twitter to convey his anger over the ongoing territorial struggle over UK governed Gibraltar. The Vox MP has accused Britain of ‘stealing’ a major Spanish military asset and argued that the UK is in breach of European law by not committing to negotiations to determine ownership after Brexit. In the rant, he said that Gibraltar is a military colony and its position makes it an ideal location for logistics, operations and intelligence in the protection of Spain, however he claims the UK government has stolen this valuable military asset and is ‘abusing’ the Spanish workers currently employed there. “Spanish workers are used as hostages by the Gibraltar gov-
ONLINE: Agustin Rosety launched his scathing Twitter rant condemning the UK government. ernment, without them, Gibraltar’s economy could not survive,” he said. He added he is appalled that
none of the leading Spanish political parties have attempted to start negotiations regarding territorial ownership post Brexit.
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400 evacuated from ferry By Dilip Kuner NEARLY 400 people have been evacuated from a ferry in Denia, Costa Blanca North, after it reportedly ran aground. The Spanish coastguard (Salvamento Maritimo) and Guardia Civil helped move passengers to safety after the Balearia ferry which had sailed from Mallorca and Ibiza reportedly hit a harbour wall then ran aground as it prepared to dock. The incident happened at 11.30pm last Friday with the rescue operation from the Pinar del Rio going on for two hours. Balearia said in a statement: “The fast ferry Pinar del Rio ran aground... by Denia’s harbour wall without any personal injury to
DRAMA: Passengers had to be rescued.
passengers or crew. “The fast ferry, which was coming from Palma and Ibiza, was going to dock in the port. “There were 393 people and 70 vehicles on board. “All the passengers were unharmed and were evacuated using Spanish Coastguard
and Guardia Civil vessels and a Balearia tug.” It added: “Balearia made two coaches available for passengers with cars which couldn’t be disembarked from the ferry, one with a final destination of Valencia and the other bound for Alicante with stops en route.
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Shots ring out on Malaga streets THE happiness and festivities of Malaga feria was disturbed just after midnight when five shots rang out on a city street. Locals reported that before the gunfire they heard someone shouting: “Do you want shots? Well, you’re going to get shots.” Five loud bangs soon followed. Police were immediately called and within a few minutes members of Malaga Local Police’s Operative Support Group (GOA) were on the scene in Calle Cogujada at around 12.30am on Sunday. Their attention was attracted by several people who ran
away as they arrived, so police gave chase and eventually stopped them. One of the suspects had a bloody mouth, which he claims happened when he fell over. A body searched revealed no weapon, but did find nine bullet cartridges, for which the suspect had no explanation. The man, aged 43 and of Spanish nationality, was arrested for an alleged crime of disorderly conduct and transferred to a medical centre for treatment to his mouth. He was then handed over to National Police while investigations continue.
Blatant smugglers SMUGGLERS are getting so blatant that they are not even trying to hide their illicit activities. In the latest incident a high speed launch made a drug drop-off at a beach in San Roque (Cadiz) in broad daylight. In a video taken by a beach goer, several people are seen approaching the boat then collecting packages of drugs, all the while being watched by dozens of people out for a day by the sea. Once unloaded, the launch headed out to sea.
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TECHNOLOGY: Human robotic exoskeletons have been used in the military for some time.
New exoskeleton for speed HARVARD University has developed a new robotic device that will reportedly help people run faster and for longer. Jose Luis Pons, member of the Spanish National Research Council and president of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago believes that this is an important step in the human exoskeleton technology. The device can be worn as shorts, fitting on the waist. Pons, an expert in neurorehabilitation believes that although this technology is still rudimentary as it can only move in limited cyclical motions, it demonstrates
great potential for future models. He mentions however that at this stage it is only useful for healthy, mobile individuals to augment their movements and would be difficult to replicate for the upper body. The AbilityLab where Pons is developing advanced devices for people with disabilities has patented several robotic devices that assist people walking. Amongst these devices are the Manuel Standing Wheelchair, the Lightweight Powered Leg and the Collaborative Machines Enhancing Therapies (COMET).
Diamonds as old as the moon SCIENTISTS will present for the first time in Barcelona next week evidence of a particular
type of ‘super-deep’ diamond that has been sat between the earth’s mantle and its core since
before the moon existed. Scientists have been postulating the existence of such an ancient substance for a long time, but it was only when violent volcanic activity brought gases expelled from these precious stones to the surface that they were able to conclusively document their properties. The diamonds are buried 410 kilometres below sea level in the hardy mantle of the Earth and give off a particular type of gas that is consistent with that of the densest of diamonds known to man. After experts analysed the helium isotopes which were emitted from various volcanoes and tectonic rifts, they concluded that they had come from a source over four billion years old. These are not the first superdeep diamonds to have been discovered according to Dr Suzette Timmerman of the National University of Australia.
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Fuel spill in Malaga port PORT authorities in Malaga had to put into operation an antipollution plan when 8,000 litres of diesel spilled into the harbour while a ferry was being refuelled. A failure, possibly with a badly closed valve, in the fuel tanks of the ferry Sicilia de Baleària caused the spillage from the ship which operates between Malaga and Melilla. The incident was controlled thanks to the deployment of anti-pollution barriers. In addition, sources stressed that it was diesel and not fuel oil, which would have been more harmful. The deployment of these measures made it possible to control the leak and prevent it from leaving the Heredia inner dock. The fuel was removed with the help of skimmers.
Drug trafficking A COUPLE, aged 35 and 36, has been arrested for trafficking small amounts of cocaine, marihuana and hashish from their home in Velez-Malaga in Axarquia. The couple had installed a ‘point of sale’ in their family home to distribute the narcotics to dealers in the area. Officers from the National Police made the arrest and seized in total 103 grammes of cocaine, 70.6 grammes of hashish, 5.3 of marihuana, €155 in cash, a precision scale and two vehicles. An investigation started several months ago after a tip off from a neighbour alerted the authorities to a possible drug operation being conducted from a property nearby.
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Shots fired at car MARBELLA Local Police fired shots at a car in Puerto Banus after it crashed into a patrol vehicle then sped away at high speed. Police had stopped the car after it was seen skidding round corners at high speed. When officers pulled the vehicle over at 6.30am last Thursday, instead of turning the engine off and getting out as ordered, the driver reversed at high speed, hitting the police car, then accelerated away. Police allege the driver -
one of three occupants of the 220HP Renault Megane - deliberately tried to run over an officer who had to jump clear to avoid being run over. At this point police fired several shots at the tyres of the car in an effort to bring it to a halt. The suspect car sped off through several red lights and on to the A-7 coastal road where a chase at speeds of up to 200kph ensued until the suspect crashed on the notorious La
HALT: Police in Puerto Banus tried to stop car.
Cala bend. When Guardia Civil arrived the driver and passengers had disappeared. Investigations have
revealed the car had been stolen in France last June. A search of the vehicle discovered gloves and lockpicks inside.
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SAVED: Pups faced a certain death.
Pups buried alive SIX German Shepherd puppies that had been buried alive have been rescued by the Guardia Civil in Teruel (Aragon). Acting on a tip off from a shocked neighbour officers of the Nature Protection Service (SEPRONA) of the Guardia Civil de Alcañiz investigated and uncovered the puppies. Nearby, on the other side of a fence, they saw two adult dogs, one of which showed signs of recently having given birth. At the sight of the puppies she became very ag-
itated and showed signs of ‘euphoria,’ proving to the Guardia they were her pups. They passed the rescued puppies to her and she immediately started feeding them. The investigations have resulted in two people being handed over to the courts as alleged perpetrators of a crime against flora, fauna and domestic animals. The Guardia Civil has sent its thanks to the people who tipped them off, saying they saved the pups from certain death.
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RESTRICTIONS: Campers making themselves feel at home through high seasons.
Camping restrictions THE Andalucian Campsite Federation has proposed that a restriction be put in place to prevent campers from staying at one campsite for longer
than six months. This request aimed at the government comes after several campers have pitched-up and made the camp their
Banished from Mallorca TWO Mallorcan criminals accused of multiple crimes including a string of thefts from a Magaluf beach have been banished from the island by a judge. The two men are both alleged to have long criminal records and were arrested by an off-duty police officer when he recognised them in the Plaza del Mercadal in Sineu. Judge Antoni Rotger ordered the men to leave the island before 8pm on July 28, but the two men failed to comply with the judge’s decision and continued to live in Mallorca. The men were also issued with a fine of €5,400 for the alleged crime of breaching a judge’s order. The lawyer representing the two men has argued that the measures are totally disproportionate and said that there are other options that could be used in order to prevent them from offending again. According to the lawyer, banishment from the island will hinder their personal and family life, and economic and work situation. He adds that the prosecutor has agreed with his reasoning and asks that the suspects be prohibited from being within 200 metres of Magaluf beach. Another court date is set for the end of August, when the accused men will hear the judge’s final ruling.
home for long periods of the year, taking advantage of the holiday destination’s facilities and deals. The longer some campers stay, the more they take the camp for granted according to one campsite owner near Maria in East Andalucia. The government has however previously stated that it wants to extend the length of time people are allowed in one place at tourist destinations as they would like to see Andalucia become popular all year round as opposed to just the summer or winter months. The case is different for campsites however as most long term campers - many of whom are retired Europeans like to be in their home countries during the summer months and camp in a warmer climate such as Spain’s during the winter. Ultimately it depends on the tourist destination though as to whether it is equipped to deal with the weather at different times of the year. If new legislation were to be implemented forcing campers to leave after a couple of months, the periods in between the two high seasons may lead to business slowing down significantly.
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. This information is for guidance only, and should not be taken as legal advice. If in any doubt, seek professional help.
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POLICE in Spain are clamping down on the illegal usage of unregistered electric scooters on public roads. In the latest operation, eight unregistered scooters were confiscated and the users fined for not adhering to the proper procedures. In new laws published by the Department of Transport, all electric scooters must conform to the same regulations that other vehicles do. They must now have a valid ITV certificate, insurance and logbook. Also the user must wear an approved motorcycle helmet and appropriate clothing and hold a valid AM licence. Fines for not complying with these rules are also set at similar levels as for other road users. An unregistered scooter will bring you a €500 fine, the same as if you don’t pos-
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Clamping down on electric scooters
NEW RULES: A group of scooter riders are fined for not adhering to new scooter laws. sess the correct AM licence. No insurance will incur a €1,000 fine and having no helmet will set you back €200. The latest government
crackdown has come after a spate of accidents involving such scooters at popular tourist hotspots across the country, which have left a number of tourists injured.
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Anti-independence document IRENE LOZANO from the Secretariat of State Global Spain, who was previously a deputy for UPyD and became known for her ferocious attacks on the Socialist Party, has launched a new campaign to try and ‘combat’ calls for independence. A 70-page report has been drafted and split into chapters and is intended to be a road map to attempt to dismantle the arguments used by people in favour of independence. According to the Europa Press, some examples of the content include: “It is not a crime to raise the independence of a community or region without a State in Spain, but it is a crime to disobey the Constitutional Court, pass laws to repeal the Constitution and the Statute of Autonomy, hold an illegal referendum and then proclaim independence unilaterally.” The dossier claims that ‘the process (of independence) has led to less economic growth, more poverty and less work for young people.’ It also claims that 5,350 companies and banks ‘have left Cataliña since October 2017’ as proof. The document also highlights five reasons why the government of Spain would not facilitate the holding of a referendum in Cataluña. They point out that Cataluña’s independence would have negative consequences for all Spanish citizens and that they want to avoid the economic damage that would be caused by Cataluña’s inevitable exit from the EU.
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CONFIDENT: The city mayor boasts Almeria’s annual bash is “different from other Andalucian festivals, which is what makes it special.”
Almeria celebrates ‘best days of the year’ “THE best days of the year in the best city in the world,” was how Almeria mayor Ramon Fernandez-Pacheco described this week’s festival in the provincial capital. The mayor promised the nine days of festivities in honour of the Virgen of the Sea would be “better than last year and worse than next.” Fernandez-Pacheco seemed unconcerned this year’s annual bash coincides with the Malaga City festival. “We have our own festival model,” he said in reference to
the potential impact on visitor numbers. “It is different from other Andalucian festivals, and that’s what makes it special.” The mayor boasted Almeria “is a city which increasingly more people like, where everyone is welcome, and has the opportunity to share and enjoy.” He also praised locals for being “the best ambassadors for our sun, our sea, our tapas and our way of living life.” The festival programme features exhibitions, workshops, painting competitions, rock and
classical concerts, sports events, children’s entertainment, food tastings, horseback parades, folk dancing and live bands. Among the highlights before the festival closes on Sunday with the Virgen of the Sea procession is tonight’s performance by rock band Marea and live music from Rozalen, Amaranoia, Morgan and Bely Basarte. On Friday night the Almeria City Orchestra is giving a free concert in the park at the port. Saturday’s grand fireworks display will be at midnight.
NATIONAL POLICE in Malaga have dismantled a gang dedicated to the theft of high-end vehicles in Germany. Eleven cars valued at more than €1 million have been recovered and three people of Danish, US and Spanish nationality arrested in ‘Operation Turbo.’ They are accused of misappropriation, fraud and theft. According to police, this group set up a luxury car rental company which ‘leased’ the vehicles though other companies. These would later declare bankruptcy but not return the cars to their actual owners. In a first phase of the investigation, the National Police located in Marbella two cars reported as stolen and valued at €133,800 and €120,000 and, after analysis of the documentation involved, the agents realised the cars were being rented out through social networks. Following a digital trail they recovered a total of 11 cars, which they say had been fraudulently obtained from companies in Germany.
Father and his 4-year-old son die at the beach
DOUBLE TRADEGY: A boy and his dad both drowned at this beach called Riells de L’Escala in Girona. A FRENCH man and his four-year-old son died on Saturday after drowning on one of the beaches in the coastal town of l’Escala (Girona) as confirmed in a statement by Civil Protection of the Generalitat. The first of the two missing individuals to be located without life was the child, whose unconscious body was rescued by Riells beach lifeguard service. After trying to revive him, they certified his death. The alarm was triggered at 3.22pm on Saturday when the emergency telephone number 112 received several calls informing that a child had drowned on the beach. The beach lifeguard service had rescued the unconscious child and performed CPR until the arrival of the Medical Emergency System (SEM), which continued with the resuscitation manoeuvres. It was then the mother realised her husband
was also missing and a major search was launched, with a police helicopter landing on the beach. Police, a fire crew and Maritime Rescue took part in the search, a boat and a jet ski from the lifeguard service was also used. About an hour and a half later, a thermal camera picked out the body of a man about three metres deep in the sea. Police are investigating the sequence of events which led to the tragic deaths. It is not yet known if the boy got into trouble and the father tried to save him or if the man became unwell whilst in the water. The beach had a surveillance and lifeguard service at the time of the event and the green flag, which indicates calm conditions, had been flying. A psychological support team was brought in to care for the mother and other distressed people on the beach.
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Dolores plant OPPORTUNITIES: Benijofar Council is finding and creating jobs.
Jobs on offer THE council of Benijofar has announced several job openings in the area, many in relation to the new waste disposal site in nearby Dolores. The town hall noted in a press release that they have received a grant of around â‚Ź42,000 to train and find jobs for its inhabitants. The funding has been awarded to the subsidiaries of the Department for Employment EMCORP, EMCORD and the Social Initiative Programme which help out unemployed people in different situations.
THE Varsa Company has been given permission to start building the Dolores waste plant which will receive rubbish from 13 municipalities south of Alicante, Benijofar being one of them. The work will start in Dolores on Monday and it is estimated that within the next three months the plant will be fully operational. The tota l c os t of the building work amounts to â‚Ź200,000, much of which will be spent on improving the pa ve me nt a s w e ll a s adapting the plant for the ine vita ble run-off from hazardous waste. There will be drinking water filters and new electrical systems installed which will make the facility equipped to deal with the 106,907 tonnes of solid waste
MEASURES: The new waste plant may go some way to preventing illegal dumping.
safely and adhere to all of the health requirements set by the council.
Pre-season meet B E N I J O FA R C F h o s t e d Rojales-based rivals Thader CD last weekend and lost 3-0 in a difficult day of football for the greens. Though it is still preseason, this is a couple of losses on the trot for the Benijofar team. They will be keen to turn things around before the start of the new season in the second regional division and will no doubt take important lessons from these defeats. Thader CD are in a different division so they are o n a d i ff e r e n t t r a j e c t o r y.
The Preferred Regional League that Thader play in has some stiff competition, so Benijofar may not have been a good match up for their skill set consisting of some clinical strikers. The blue and white clad Thader team sailed to victory on the back of goals from Nino, Vi c t o r Calderon and Rafa Gomez.
WINNERS: Thader CD in the blue and white kit.
The 685sqm warehouse where the waste disposal equipment will be in-
stalled is located on an industrial estate in Vega Baja.
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Classic thriller eating shark will be required to bring a float as a precaution. Seven other independent films will be showing over the course of the two days, all of which have a theme related to marine life and the sea. They will be adjudicated by the professional panel consisting of actor Jordi Aguilar amongst others and winners will be announced at the closing ceremony. At the closing ceremony there will be a concert put on by the Llobarros and DJ Wo o k i e w h o h a s a h i g h l y acclaimed repertoire of surf music.
THE Marina Shark Film Festival will begin on Frid a y, A u g u s t 3 0 w i t h a screening of Jaws and continue through to the end of the 31st. T h e S p i e l b e rg c l a s s i c thriller will begin at 9pm at the swimming pool of La Marina. There are currently 150 people who have signed up to take part in the festival, either from inside the swimming pool or outside. Those who choose to be swimming whilst watching the film about a man
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CLASSIC: Jaws will be screened.
Protection group THE WOMBLES is a notfor-profit organisation in La Marina which is run by volunteers who are helping to protect and conserve the environment. Volunteers do odd jobs in the streets and on the beach that help to protect the envi-
ronment. They have been picking up litter which has been tossed out into the sea, i n par ks or ‘ al m ost anywhere where there are people to cause a mess.’ Christine Amlie, the director of The Wombles has been f i ght i ng t o spr ead
knowl edge and t each t he people in the area that by filling the streets and sea with litter they are damagi ng f r agi l e ecosyst em s, some of which are home to endangered species. Amlie has proposed that t he aut hor i t i es hand out more fines for not using the bins which are provided to throw away litter. After a video showing the police force a man who had thrown a fridge down a hill in Spain to hoist it back up again went viral recently, speculation as to how litterers should be dealt with has been at t he f or ef r ont of much of the police narrative.
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Torrevieja NEWS Fun in Torrevieja THE Centre for Tourism (CMO) together with the Torrevieja Youth Association has put together a series of fun alternative events that will go on from now until the end of October. The summer youth programme ‘Las Jornadicas’ as it has been referred to by the coordinators of the event will have on offer 170 different board games, thousands of interesting books, role playing games and video games that children and adults can both enjoy. From 10am to 12pm the event stall is open for anyone to take part in. The team is made up of 45 alternative fun e x p e r t s wh o h o l d w o rk s h o p s a n d o rg an is e th e games. There will be a Halloween party on October 31 where a film festival will also take place for all those horror fans. The opening event at the end of last week was a raging success which put the Jornadicas on the map. More than 500 people showed up to take part in the festivities and fun.
Cycle tour starts THE next cycle tour of Spain (La Vuelta Ciclista a España) will start in Torrevieja for the first time in the history of the event on Sunday, August 24. The start line will be held at the salt flats of Dique de Levante and will finish 12 kilometres down the scenic road passing through the town on a beautiful winding journey that can be followed from Salinas, Orihuela Avenue, Calle Ramon y Cajal and Avenida del Agua to name a few. This leg of the competition is a time trial event in which cyclists will be looking to put themselves in a good position to win the upcoming events.
CYCLE TOUR: La Vuelta Ciclista a España.
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Villamartin Memorial tournament THE Councillor for Sports Victor Bernabeu has announced the upcoming ‘Memorial Miguel Angel Tomás’ Golf Tournament will take place on the last day of August in Villamartin. The competition starts at 2.30pm on the 31st and will be held at the Villamartin Golf Course. The event will raise money for the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC) of Orihuela. The tournament was named after Miguel Angel Tomás for his work as a teacher and his wife Maria Del Carmen Camara had a
hand in creating the event because of his love for the sport which he played for 30 years of his life. The president of the AECC Irene Celdran was also there to announce the tournament along with Bernabeu and Camara. She gave her thanks to the council of Villamartin for hosting the event and spoke of their joint ongoing effort in the name of cancer research. To take part in the competition go to the Villamartin Golf Club and register as a player. Tickets are on sale for €25 for members and €45 for those without a membership.
LITTER: The rubbish on the Orihuela Coast is overflowing into the streets and the sea.
Awash with rubbish THE streets of Villamartin are experiencing a spike in traffic and the beaches litte re d w ith rubbis h a s the touris t s e a s on is in full swing. Villamartin is one of the towns on the Orihuela Coast that has reportedly felt the effects of the rise in numbe rs vis iting the popula r beach towns. Though not a s bus y a s other areas such as neighbouring Torrevieja, the Villamartin infrastructure was not installed to adequately s upport the numbe r of tourists that have spilled out
from the more popular surrounding tourist hotspots. Residents have been complaining that bins are overflowing, the parks are littered with rubbish and the streets are filthy. The council has been accused by many of neglecting the reality of the situat i on whi ch i s t hat t he cl eani ng f aci l i t i es i n t he town are insufficient during the summer months. The Federation of Associat i ons of Or i huel a Cost a (FAOC) claim that this is a r ecur r i ng t hem e i n t he smaller towns on the Ori-
huela Coast as every year the same situation arises. However, the council has pointed out that beaches in t he ar ea wer e r ecent l y awarded with the ‘Q’ and ‘ Aqual i t ur ’ f l ags by t he Tourism Sector for their exemplary quality and standards. The harbours have plenty of spots to moor up and there are various aquatic activities on offer along the pier to partake in. And for cyclists there are 6km of cycle routes in and around the town that connect t o t he nei ghbour i ng towns and beaches.
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La Zenia NEWS
CARNIVAL GROUP: Rhythm is a dancer.
So much to enjoy EVEN though August and the holiday season are coming to an end, La Zenia Boulevard is still entertaining visitors with a great selection of different acts aimed at adults and children. Tomorrow, Friday, August 23 at 8pm, the professional duo that is Radio Pop will be serving up a great selection of different cover songs from both Spain and the UK. The duo got together specifically to put their own slant on their favourite numbers and have already released their own EP. The next evening (Saturday) from 8pm your feet will be tapping and your hips swinging as
the Carnival Group Comparsa Bora Bora which has been performing across the Costa Blanca since 2011 will be dancing and swaying through the streets of the shopping centre bringing a taste of Brazil to La Zenia. Prior to that, the new Zenia Kids Club project will start at 6pm with an invitation to paint your own beach bag (register in advance at the Customer Service Point). Sunday, Monday and Tuesday are definitely child orientated with three different shows. On Sunday at 8pm the Crazy Dreams musical animation group, return to the Zenia
Boulevard with their own zany brand of fun, song and dance for all of the family. As well as performing a selection of very funky music, they will be inviting members of the public to take part in some of their crazy tests which should amuse everyone. The following two nights see different shows, the first starting at 8pm on Monday night and the second at 6.30pm on the Tuesday night with different fun and games, with both lasting for around two hours each. Magic returns on Wednesday with Adrián Carratalá and Keterina Muzychuk.
Music on the beach THE Orihuela Council is bringing free music to La Zenia this weekend and next with two concerts for the benefit of residents and visitors to the area. The first concert will feature Frank Daniel’s DJs this Saturday, August 24, starting at 10.30pm, on the Avenida de la Playa junction with Paseo del Mar (Urbanisation La Zenia) with a great selection of rock and pop music. Then the group Eterno Mecano (Tribute Mecano) will close the programme the fol-
lowing Friday, August 30, at 11pm, on Calle de las Orquídeas, on the esplanade of Playa Flamenca. Formed in 1981 and playing until 1992, the synth pop band Mecano held the record for selling more albums than any other Spanish pop band, 25 million. They did reform once in the late 1990s, but after releasing seven albums during their time together, are now following their own careers.
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IN June 2009, alleged victim Kathryn Mayorga (former model) called police to report she had been the victim of sexual assault. She refused to name her alleged attacker and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department closed the case after losing vital video evidence. A civil settlement was
Ronaldo rape allegations reached between the two parties in 2010, but Mayorga asked the police to reopen the investigation in August 2018, naming Ronaldo as the offender. Kathryn Mayorga claims she took $375,000 of
hush-money from Ronaldo back in 2010 as part of a private settlement - and has previously said she signed a confidentiality agreement vowing to remain quiet about the alleged incident.
Her lawyers have said she was inspired to speak out and make her claim public by the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment. Ronaldo has maintained that he is not guilty in regard
to the 10-year-old sexual assault allegation that he raped a woman in a Las Vegas hotel in 2009. Ronald claims the money is not an admission of guilt, rather the cost of keeping a legal dispute
INTERNATIONAL out of the media. “Based upon a review of the information presented at this time, the allegations of sexual assault against Cristiano Ronaldo cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt,” as stated by the District Attorney’s Office. The civil lawsuit has been moved to a federal court.
Newly-wed PC’s murder JED FOSTER, 20, of Reading, has been charged with murdering 28-year-old PC Andrew Harper, who was killed while investigating a burglary together with a fellow officer in Sulhamstead at around 11.30pm on Thursday. A post-mortem examination concluded that he died of multiple injuries after being dragged along the road by a vehicle. Foster, also charged with the theft of a quad bike, was expected to appear at Reading Magistrates’ Court this week. Nine other men and boys, aged between 13 and 30, who were arrested at the same time have been released on bail until September 13. Andrew Harper’s wife, Lissie, released a tribute to him on Monday night, calling him “the kindest, loveliest, most selfless person.” Tribute from wife Lissie “the kindest, loveliest, most selfless person.”
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Airport strikes
IBERIA workers at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport have announced four days of strikes on August 24, 25, 30 and 31. According to trade union UGT, as in July the strikes are in protest at the lack of sufficient staff to meet real needs and the ‘systematic failure’ by the company to meet previous agreements reached with staff. The main problems are, according to the union, the lack of permanent staff they need to increase the temporary workforce and the indiscriminate use of compulsory overtime.
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Is the size of the ‘cushion’ the Bank of Spain has built up in case of another banking crisis.
Ferrovial deal called off A CONSORTIUM led by Spanish multinational Ferrovial has had a $650 million (€580 million) contract to remodel and then operate for 34 years Denver International Airport’s main terminal rescinded. The project, which also involved a company owned by basketball player Magic Johnson, has run into technical problems as well as disagreements between the client and the consortium, according to both the airport and the builders. The consortium has said it rejects the unilateral decision of the airport to terminate the contract in-
By Dilip Kuner stead of continuing with negotiations that started in late 2018 to resolve their differences. This group of companies, which includes the local firm Saunders and JLC, an investment fund made up of Loop Capital and Magic Johnson, has also said it will claim compensation, as outlined in the original contract, but has said it will ensure an orderly transition to a new contractor and so will stay in charge until November. According to the group presided
over by Rafael del Pino, the origin of the technical problems lies in the difficulties posed by the characteristics of the concrete originally used to build the airport terminal which is now being remodelled. On top of that, the client has been introducing changes and modifications to the original project. All this has led to delays and cost overruns in the works. Denver International Airport is the largest in the United States in terms of total area and the fifth busiest airport in the country.
Factories switch RETAIL giant Inditex has been reducing its number of manufacturing partners in Latin America and moving to Asia. Since 2015, the number of factories with which Inditex works have been cut by 96 per cent and 55 per cent in Brazil and Argentina respectively. At the same time the number of factories working for Inditex on a non-exclusive basis increased notably in Cambodia (43 per cent), China (40 per cent) and Bangladesh (35 per cent). China is the country with the highest number of plants associated with the company, 1,903.
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Debts forgiven THE taxman has decided to cancel any debts it is owed that are less than three euros saying such small amounts are insufficient to cover the costs of collection, with the resolution effective immediately.
Homes sale TILLS RINGING: Beer sales at Mercadona on the up.
Cheers for the beer SUPERMARKET chain Mercadona looks to have won its bet on Spanish beer. In just a year it has increased its number of beer suppliers from seven to 40 including artisanal brews. As a result, in 2018 it sold 60 per cent more Spanish beer than the previous year to make a total of 240 million litres. Currently on its shelves you can find Mahou, Heineken, Damm, Estrella Galicia, La Zaragozana, Compañía Cervecera de Canarias, Font Salem, Tyris, La Sagra, Arriaca, La Virgen, Birra & Blues, Alegría, Premium Beers, Gara, Mulhacén, Nazarí, Rosas, Alma Turdetana, Gaitanejo, Domus, La Salve, 15&30, Tibidabo, Barcelona Beer Company, Mica, Kadabra and Toro.
SAREB is selling 3,500 homes around Spain aimed at foreigners and single people looking for one and two-bedroom properties, with prices starting from €26,000 for a small flat in Roquetas de Mar (Almeria).
Big fine WATCHDOG CNMV has fined Jaime Botín, brother of former president of Banco Santander Emilio Botín, €300,000 for not reporting that he had a significant stake of 7.85 per cent in Bankinter.
Auditors cashing in THE Big Four received €312 million as auditors of Ibex companies in 2018, 11 per cent less than in 2015. Leading the way were PwC and KPMG who charged €148 million and €80 million respectively. They have been helped by the Accounts Audit Act, passed in July 2015, which was intended to encourage independence and competition between companies. Three years after its
entry came into force in June 2016, the status quo has changed radically and audits of Ibex companies, traditionally dominated by Deloitte, are now dominated by PwC, which verifies the accounts of a dozen companies. In 2018, PwC provided audit, verification and related services to Acerinox, Sabadell, Bankinter, CaixaBank, Cie, Colonial, Ence, Meliá, Repsol, Santander, Telefónica and Viscofan.
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BURBERRY
21,350
1,57
0,33
8.251
REED INTER
19,365
0,43
0,08
24.547
CARNIVAL PLC
35,490
0,72
0,25
3.534
RENTOKIL GRP
CELLTECH
27,270
0,41
0,11
3.725
RIO TINTO
CENTRICA
0,652
-0,32
-0,00
225.489
CGNU
3,628
0,63
0,02
233.834
4,582
1,85
0,08
43.127
40,410
0,90
0,36
36.157
ROLLS ROYCE
7,638
1,30
0,10
46.067
ROYAL & SUN
5,246
0,70
0,04
13.609
1,832
0,58
0,01
309.780 59.896
1,847
1,08
0,02
31.000
ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND
CRH
26,780
2,38
0,62
13.058
ROYAL DUTCH SHELL B SHARS 22,950
1,30
0,30
CRODA INTERN
47,100
2,04
0,94
2.645
ROYAL DUTCH SHELL CL.A NLD 23,035
1,10
0,25
99.192
DCC ORD IEP0
66,040
0,59
0,39
4.159
SAGE GROUP
1,96
0,13
23.714 83.794
7,024
2,992
0,44
0,01
26.877
SAINSBURY
1,826
1,01
0,02
DIAGEO
34,585
0,06
0,02
36.359
SCHRODERS
27,410
1,12
0,30
2.806
EASYJET
9,064
2,19
0,19
23.641
SCOT.& STH
11,075
0,05
0,01
24.187
25,280
0,40
0,10
14.597
SEVERN TRENT
20,050
-0,10
-0,02
3.768
24,680
2,26
0,55
5.234
DELLING GRP
EXPERIAN GROUP LTD
6,602
-0,50
-0,03
15.021
SKILLSGROUP
GLAXO WELLCO
16,580
0,42
0,07
34.104
SLOUGH EST.
7,488
1,75
0,13
16.979
GLENCORE INTL
2,293
2,16
0,05
320.752
SMITH & NEP.
18,975
0,00
0,00
57.926
GROUP 4 SECU
1,718
0,79
0,01
43.551
SMITHS INDU.
15,685
0,93
0,15
8.530
HAMMERSON
2,069
0,15
0,00
21.926
ST JAMES S P
9,490
0,97
0,09
14.834 139.560
FRESNILLO
19,325
1,82
0,35
7.518
STAN.CHART
6,192
1,11
0,07
6,075
1,72
0,10
1.141.676
STANDARD LIFE
2,449
1,28
0,03
74.776
21,020
0,62
0,13
15.315
TAYLOR WOOD.
1,448
0,84
0,01
114.819
INFORMA GROU
8,530
1,61
0,14
14.907
TESCO
2,154
0,54
0,01
232.134
INTERCON.HOT
51,650
0,88
0,45
6.551
TUI
INTERTEK GROUP
55,219
0,95
0,52
2.054
UNILEVER
HARGREAVES LANSDOWN HSBC IMPERIAL TOBACCO
7,586
1,59
0,12
15.984
50,380
0,54
0,27
33.767
INTL CONSOLIDATED AIRLS GRP 4,307
4,41
0,18
115.156
UN.UTILITIES
7,838
-0,09
-0,01
24.856
ITV
1,083
1,31
0,01
209.513
VODAFONE GRP
1,511
0,88
0,01
918.115
28,420
1,75
0,49
3.100
WHITBREAD
41,100
-0,04
-0,02
8.213
KINGFISHER
1,951
1,14
0,02
107.772
WPP GROUP
9,606
0,84
0,08
46.718
LAND SECURIT
7,480
0,70
0,05
29.066
10,885
1,73
0,19
10.398
JOHNSON MATT
3I GROUP
Units per €
US dollar ................................................1.10998 Japan yen...............................................118.074 Switzerland franc ...................................1,08575 Denmark kroner .....................................7,45850 Norway kroner........................................9,98417
1,807
30,405
BILLITON
CONVATEC GROUP
1.09684
56,620
BAT INDUSTRI
BRITISH FOODS
0.91458
DOW JONES C LOSING P RICES A UGUST 19
COMPANY AMERICAN EXPRESS APPLE BOEING CATERPILLAR CHEVRON TEXACO CISCO SYSTEMS COCA-COLA EXXON MOBIL GOLDMAN SACH HOME DEPOT IBM INTEL JOHNSON & JOHNSON JP MORGAN CHASE MCDONALDS MERCK MICROSOFT NIKE PFIZER PROCTER & GAMBLE ST. PAUL TRV UNITED TECHNOLOGIES UNITEDHEALTH VERIZON VISA CLASS A WALGREENS BOOTS WAL-MART WALT DISNEY 3M
PRICE 124,630 206,500 330,450 116,430 115,810 46,960 54,410 68,300 199,420 203,650 133,760 46,500 131,360 107,720 218,470 85,060 136,130 80,280 34,650 119,180 146,810 125,050 245,690 56,650 178,230 50,480 112,990 135,200 161,500
CHANGE% CHANGE 1,84 2,25 2,36 4,76 0,75 2,45 1,02 1,18 -0,97 -1,14 1,54 0,71 1,00 0,54 1,56 1,05 1,65 3,24 0,92 1,86 1,39 1,84 1,75 0,80 0,63 0,82 2,40 2,52 0,09 0,20 1,92 1,60 1,83 2,45 0,97 0,77 0,49 0,17 1,52 1,79 0,84 1,22 1,06 1,31 0,59 1,44 0,62 0,35 1,11 1,96 2,41 1,19 0,27 0,30 1,34 1,79 2,97 4,66
VOLUME(M) 773.647 8.695.161 749.478 883.225 1.925.614 7.688.336 5.215.837 4.248.713 426.700 1.128.624 835.206 8.503.066 1.792.996 4.007.338 842.325 2.794.452 9.960.387 1.467.776 10.475.054 2.790.640 499.758 766.785 974.256 4.122.192 3.255.627 1.718.286 2.359.000 1.663.139 871.995
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COMPANY
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CHANGE NET / %
Most Advanced Solid Biosciences Inc. Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. Ramaco Resources, Inc. Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc. Novavax, Inc. Ardelyx, Inc. Arco Platform Limited YRC Worldwide, Inc. ViewRay, Inc. Marin Software Incorporated Constellation Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$ 8.81 $ 4.74 $ 3.87 $ 10.56 $ 7.84 $ 2.47 $ 52.34 $ 2.51 $ 4.44 $ 2.45 $ 7.94
2.66 ▲ 43.25% 0.92 ▲ 24.08% 0.68 ▲ 21.32% 1.76 ▲ 20% 1.22 ▲ 18.43% 0.32 ▲ 14.88% 6.05 ▲ 13.07% 0.29 ▲ 13.06% 0.51 ▲ 12.98% 0.28 ▲ 12.90% 0.90 ▲ 12.78%
$ 6.95 $ 3.62 $ 31.31 $ 19.79 $ 2.10 $ 26.33 $ 4.25 $ 4.50 $ 2.51 $ 2.83 $ 6.49
1.65 ▼ 19.19% 0.59 ▼ 14.01% 3.81 ▼ 10.85% 2.37 ▼ 10.69% 0.25 ▼ 10.64% 2.86 ▼ 9.80% 0.46 ▼ 9.77% 0.40 ▼ 8.16% 0.21 ▼ 7.72% 0.23 ▼ 7.52% 0.48 ▼ 6.89%
Most Declined NuCana plc Houston Wire & Cable Company Tilray, Inc. Credit Suisse AG China Index Holdings Limited Trupanion, Inc. Perceptron, Inc. Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. Lifeway Foods, Inc. Accuray Incorporated Greenlane Holdings, Inc.
Low growth forecast FUNDS manager Pimco expects eurozone GDP to grow between 0.75 per cent and 1.25 per cent in 2019. With some countries in recession this represents a slowdown influenced by the significant downward pressure on the economy of weak world trade. Pimco’s forecasts are more pessimistic than those of the European Commission itself, which predicted growth of 1.2 per cent in 2019 for the euro area. In the second quarter, the single currency economy grew by just 0.2 per cent, half that of the first quarter, as confirmed this week by Eurostat. Germany’s economy contracted by 0.1 per cent. Further afield, Pimco considers that the yuan’s stability is ‘well anchored’ with a ‘patient’ Federal Reserve, which understands that this should be a component of the t r a d e a g re e m e n t b e tween China and the US. The European Central Bank (ECB) is preparing a major stimulus package against the weakness of the Eurozone, as recently announced by its president, Mario Draghi. It is trying to curb an ‘ever-worsening’ economic scenario. As for the United Kingdom, the fund manager has predicted real growth in the range of 1 per cent to 1.5 per cent in 2019, since it considers a nodeal Brexit ‘a low probability event.’
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FINANCE, BUSINESS & LEGAL TREND BUCKER: VW plant is going to increase production.
Vehicle production on the decline VEHICLE production in Spain, the second largest producer in Europe and the ninth largest in the world, continues to fall. Official data shows that up to the end of May, it had fallen by 5.6 per cent compared to the same period of 2018. Forecasts are for the decline to be between 3 per cent and 5 per cent of volume to about 2.7 million units by the end of the year, which would be the third consecutive year of falls. The main reason for this loss of production derives from the fall in demand of Spain’s main markets which are 90 per cent European. Leading the fall in sales has been Spain itself, which saw 5.7 per cent fewer registrations in the first six months of the year. Italy saw a decline of 3.5 per cent to 1.08 million registrations. Third was the United Kingdom with a decrease of 3.4 per cent, to 1.26 million units. In France, deliveries fell by 1.8 per cent to
1.16 million. Germany, the main European market, grew by 0.5 per cent to 1.84 million sales, but could not prevent sales in Europe as a whole from contracting by 3.1 per cent. This loss of demand is causing production adjustments at Spanish car plants. Mercedez-Benz Vitoria has reduced production of Class V and Vito vans by 6,000 units for this year. The Villaverde plant of the PSA Group is undergoing a process of temporary employment regulation (Erte) until 2020; and in the centre of Vigo, on the line that manufactures the Peugeot 301 and Citroën CElysée, another temporary employment agreement has been formalised until production of these models ends at the end of the year. Ford Almussafes has just announced another Erte that will affect all its workers until the end of the year, both in the car plant and in the engine plant. Iveco,
CNH Industrial’s truck manufacturer, has had another Erte since January 2018 at its Madrid plant. Nissan Barcelona is running an ERE for 600 people because of the low demand for the pick-ups it produces. And Nissan Avila has already stopped manufacturing trucks to become a plant producing spare parts. On the positive side, the Volkswagen group has just awarded its factory in Landaben a third model that will start production in the second half of 2021 and will guarantee 340,000 units per year in the medium term. In 2018 it produced 272,000 cars. Both VW Navarra and Seat Martorell will end the year with more production. Ford will manufacture battery packs in Almussafes from September 2020; and Renault, whose production in Valladolid and Palencia is falling, expects to start making the new Renault Captur and Mégane by the end of 2020.
False selfemployed THE National Statistics Institute (INE) has reclassified as salaried 143,500 workers who initially declared themselves as self-employed in the second quarter of 2019. This figure is 9,200 persons lower than that recorded in the first quarter, when the INE detected 152,700 people falsely declared as self-employed. In short, in the first half of th e y e a r almo s t 3 0 0 , 000 pe ople were in this situation. If we compare the data for the second quarter of this year with that of the same period of the previous year, the self-employed reclassified as employees fell by 26.5 per cent. Meanwhile, between April and
June of this year, the INE counted 98,700 inde pe nde nt w orke rs or businessmen without employees who work almost exclusively for one client, although they attend to others when they arise. This figure is low e r tha n both the pre vious quarter, when there were 104,400 people, and the figure recorded in the s e c ond qua rte r of 2018 (112,300). Thus, in the light of INE data, more people are self-employed but recognise that they work for a single client and, as a consequence, have been considered by Statistics as employees. La s t ye a r, the gove rnme nt a p-
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HEADQUARTERS: The INE says 143,500 people were falsely self-employed. proved the ‘Master Plan for a Decent Work 2018-2020,’ which entered into force on August, 2018 and which, among other actions, planned to intensify actions to de-
tect the false self-employed. According to the government, last year the situation of 32,067 falsely self-employed people was regularised, mostly in the meat sector.
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LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT I TRULY am heartily sick and tired of being made to feel guilty for being in the majority. It is no fault of mine that I am a heterosexual male, perfectly at ease with my gender. Frankly I don’t care how anyone else chooses to lead their existence. I don’t care if men want to dress in frocks, Botox their bums, walk around in six-inch heels with light bulbs up their noses or use ladies toilets. Personally I couldn’t care less. Do anything you like. Live however you want. Just stop trying to convince me that living this type of existence is the ‘norm!’ By constantly trying to shove these gender bender ideals down everyone’s throats and endeavouring to convince us it’s all terribly normal, is inferring that those of us (the majority!) who lead rather more mundane and heterosexual existences - are actually abnormal. And frankly that offends me. Did it ever dawn on all of the gender benders that are hell bent on ‘changing society,’ that the reason we are described as the ‘silent majority’ is because we are perfectly happy with our lot. It’s only those who are utterly insecure with their chosen paths that feel the need to make the most noise and create all the furore.
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Changing society
IDEALS: Not for everyone.
What is not realised is that by making a completely over the top spectacle of themselves and thrusting their beliefs onto society through demonstrations and outrageous actions, they are actually alienating themselves from many who may otherwise be more sympathetic to their cause.
So do us all and yourselves a favour. Tone it down a bit. Enjoy and try to be comfortable in your bodies. Show the majority a little respect. Please don’t try to force us to accept outrageous and utterly over the top behaviour as the ‘norm.’ Most of us are perfectly happy the way we are. We would also like to keep the whole
controversial issue out of our innocent classrooms - if you get my drift! Oh, and by the way, before those who disagree with my views start writing in accusing me of being homophobic, please make sure you have interpreted my piece correctly. Personally I’ve always loved a bit of drag, just don’t want it shoved down my throat, that’s all. At the time of writing I have no idea how the circumstances of tragic teenager Nora Quoirin will turn out; but quite frankly, if the Malaysian authorities expect us to believe that a 15-year-old girl with severe special needs, is able to trek shoeless, through one and a half miles of thick jungle, and be discovered 10 days later completely naked and displaying just a few leg bruises - had actually managed it under her own steam, they must have taken leave of their senses. We all understand you have to protect your tourist industry, but credit us all with a little intelligence and get to work finding those who actually did commit this heinous and horrific abduction. Keep the faith Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com
Leapy Lee’s opinions are his own and are not necessarily representative of those of the publishers, advertisers or sponsors.
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Businesswoman opens her heart FORMER restaurateur, TV stylist and writer Lisa Burgess has revealed how she feels her life has come to a dead end after being diagnosed with cancer, and is calling on the public to help her rebuild her life. Here’s her story in her own words…. I hit rock bottom very recently. So low I couldn’t see a way out of my situation. I felt I was a burden to everyone. I found a lump under my arm last September, 2018. Thought nothing of it, but my partner Joffrey Charles insisted I see a doctor. I almost wished I hadn’t. I was immediately whisked to a radiologist who blurted out in unrecognisable words “you have THE cancer.” It wasn’t just one tumour but 15. I immediately had a 10-hour operation including a mastectomy. I was living in full blown denial zone. The only serious laugh I had was after my operation the surgeon prescribed me paracetamol. I was in agony so my retort was “if someone cut off your penis would you prescribe that?” I then got proper medication and all the care here in Spain has been top notch even with my minimum ‘palabras.’ My partner and I owned a French restaurant in La Cala (Costa del Sol). Our journey was filmed by Channel 4 which aired
life is a dead end. I’ve set up a crowd funding page. How awful. I’ve been a TV stylist and writer and this is where I am. I feel embarrassed and humiliated. Here is my crowd funding page... Here is the link: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?sto ry_fbid=2349952225092705&id=1000023 38513328 Thank you Michel and all at Euro Weekly News. I’m a real person with real problems. I want to rise like a phoenix from the ashes and be a success again. I don’t want to give up. I’m trying my very best.
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Lisa and her partner, Joffrey. February 2018. After my diagnosis we just couldn’t keep going. Joffrey had to care for me. After such sickness I couldn’t even crawl from my bed to the couch. I’ve had eight months of chemo and this week start radiotherapy. When Joffrey lost his job last week I felt I couldn’t take any more. People can be so utterly mean. That’s where Michel Euesden and the Euro Weekly News come in. I reached out for help. Michel got Joffrey a job inter-
view and suggested a crowd funding page and a cancer benefit which won’t just be for me but other sufferers. I’m a real person, in need of real help. I’ve €70 to my name and just more treatment and three operations ahead of me. I’ve worked my whole life, but because Joffrey lost his contract I can’t get any help. I’ve tried every road and it seems my
EWN is delighted to announce that Joffrey has been given a contract working as a chef and the Go Fund Me Page has exceeded all expectations, raising over half of the €10,000 goal in just 24 hours. This means Lisa will now be able to assist other people in the same position as herself. Huge congratulations, and well done to the community that keeps giving.
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Lost Land of the Volcano The Private Life of Cows Below the Surface Danish thriller, starring Johannes Lassen. Below the Surface Danish thriller, starring Johannes Lassen. The Vietnam War The epic story of the conflict. The Vietnam War The epic story of the conflict. Top of the Pops: 1988 Top of the Pops: 1982 Big Hits Lost Land of the Volcano The Private Life of Cows
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ARE you by chance looking to build in Spain and need that all-important building permit? Well fear not. After 137 years, 10 architects, and millions of euros of administrative costs, Barcelona’s modernist masterpiece Antoni Gaudí’s Sagrada Familía has finally been granted one! In what has been satirised as the ultimate tale of sluggish bureaucracy, Barcelona City Hall gave the belated goahead for ongoing work on the basilica, expected to be completed in 2026. Now this has to be some sort of record: has the Guinness Book of Records been consulted? But seriously, how could the approval cost so much? Either it needed approval or it didn’t; surely a simple matter requiring just one meeting and discussion. Just as well that all the outstanding buildings of the past - the ancient Wonders of the World - were constructed before planning controls or red tape! While it was Spain’s King Carlos I who invented the system of tying official documents with red tape in the16th cen-
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Barcelona’s Sagrada Familía finally gets building permit
BUILDING PERMIT: After 137 years. tury, it was his son, Felipe II, known as ‘El Rey Burócrata’ or ‘El Rey Papelero’ for his monomaniacal obsession with paperwork, who really took Spanish bureaucracy to another level. Every country’s got its share of bureaucracy, right? Here in Spain over the centuries, though, it’s been taken to a high art form. Take tourism, for instance. A report on
the situation of, and prospects for, Spain and tourism highlighted how much it costs in Spain to obtain a licence for a bar or restaurant and what it costs, for instance, in Germany (considerably less!). Not to mention, the length of time it takes to obtain that same licence in Spain (over 60 days) compared with other parts of Europe (usually less than one week in the UK). For many, Barcelona wouldn’t be Barcelona without the Sagrada Familía. For them, this UNESCO World Heritage Site IS one of the new Wonders of the World. Maybe just as well, then, it’s not dealing with a British council planning department which would have probably ordered its complete demolition... Nora Johnson’s psychological crime thrillers ‘Betrayal,’ ‘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.nora-john son.net) available online as ebook (€0.99;£0.99), ibook, paperback and audiobook. All profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity.
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LEGALLY SPEAKING Can he withhold the minutes? Our community consists of an aparthotel with 130 privately owned apartments. Three quarters of these are in a letting pool, which is run as a hotel by our managing agent, who is also the community administrator. Because of the conflict of interest and complicated money transfers, we agreed by a large majority at the AGM to split the residential community from the letting business. Our administrator disagreed so we called an EGM, which we won. We also had a notary and our lawyer attend. Now the administrator will not give us the official minutes book, which we need to get the minutes registered. I have been told that we can’t proceed with a court case against him until the minutes have been registered. Can you advise? L S (Costa Blanca)
The minutes are property of the YOU AND THE community and the LAW IN SPAIN administrator is obliged to deliver them to the president. If your administrator is a member of the official College of Property Administrators of your province, you can report him to the College. Any single member can go to court if he feels that his interests are harmed. Your situation is complex and you need good legal advice.
DAVID SEARL
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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THIS has nothing to do with ideology or voters’ political orientation. If there is a November election because two groups of knowledgeable and - in some cases experienced people cannot reach agreement over who will do what in a hypothetical government, the PSOE and Unidas-Podemos parties should prepare for a punishment vote. Roughly 7.5 million people voted for the PSOE and about half that for Unidas Podemos last April. Had they wanted a return to the mid-70’s they would have voted for the Partido Popular, for Ciudadanos and, heaven forfend, for Vox who would have opted for the same threesome they have created in Andalucia, Murcia and Madrid where none was the most-voted party. This could happen nationally next November because the people the PSOE and UnidasPodemos expect to vote for them
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No sun - no moon will stay indoors instead. PSOE analysts believe they would pick up far more than their current 123 seats in another ele c tio n a th o ugh U P w ould plummet. Therefore PSOE will wing it
and win. Therefore nothing. D o you re me mbe r Thoma s Hood’s poem that begins ‘No sun - no moon!’ and ends ‘November?’ To tha t s hould be a dd’“ N o votes!’
Upset tummies IT’S the silly season again, although there’s not much silly about this summer of discontent in Spain or the UK. But at least the Clinica Universi-
Virtue signalling THERE is an outside chance that Isabel Maria Ayuso, who was finally invested regional president of the Madrid Community, could be investigated for links to the Punica corruption case. Punica? Just another PP-generated corruption case temporarily overlooked by a public more interested in acquiring a national government. They won’t be forgotten for long because the courts continue digging and the ghosts of cases past are ready to sidle out of the shadows and say ‘Run!’ to Pablo Casado. Ciudadanos’ whose votes, together with Vox’s, put Ayuso where she is has begun to cover its back, saying that if she should be investigated she would have to resign. It’s not likely to happen but it looks good and plays nicely to the gallery, especially those who rightly feel that Cs have sold out to Vox.
ISABEL MARIA AYUSO: Possible investigation.
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dad de Navarra, run by the Catholic sect Opus Dei has done the honours with its announcement that promiscuity and homosexuality are responsible for gastroenteritis. Makes you wonder what they think is responsible for the Norovirus that strikes down cruise passengers like flies. A stopover at Sodom and Gomorrah presumably.
Straight down the middle ALBERT RIVERA’S dislike of Spain’s acting president Pedro Sanchez is increasingly personal, not political, as his refusal to meet him demonstrates. It’s not easy to discern what Rivera hopes to achieve with an enmity that was magnified by Sanchez’s elevation to president when the PSOE was at its lowest ebb and Cs at its highest. Rivera, but not his party, is listing to starboard when he could do far more harm to Sanchez and Pablo Casado’s PP by staying on course in the Centre. He needs to attract the undecided who ultimately decide elections, but instead he’s sending them anywhere but Cs.
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National Service LEAPY LEE, I know you have no hankering to be a politician but I wish more of ‘them’ would display a modicum of your common sense and ‘bottle.’ I could find no fault with your recent ‘What If’ manifesto; it was well thought out and presented, and only the socially inept could have found fault with any of it. Your most recent article in response to an ill-informed individual, with regards to the reintroduction of some form of National Service has inspired me to write to you. I am an ex-Infantryman who later became a firefighter and am proud to have voluntarily served both country and community. In the 1960s I was an indolent, disrespectful and troublesome inner city teenager with no ambition or direction in life. Any kind of jobs were scarce in my city and so I headed to the Army Recruiting Office one day... and it was one of the better decisions I have ever made in life. Your ignorant correspondent is totally wrong in thinking the Army churns out trained killers. It instills a sense of self discipline and absolute self-worth and confidence that lasts a lifetime. Perhaps it is people like your ‘ignorant correspondent’ who would have benefited most from a spell of National Service. But in closing let me point out that some European countries do have some form of National Service based on community service rather than military training. If only Mr Ignoramus had studied this subject a little deeper before writing to you. Chris Kelly
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Who’s a prat? COMMENTING on the Spanish government’s plans to disinter and bury Franco’s remains elsewhere, reader Keith Wilkinson last week asked, “Would you support digging up a former head of state and dumping his body in an unmarked grave? That’s what these prats propose.” How does Mr Wilkinson feel about the way the reinstated Royalists dug up former head of state Oliver Cromwell in 1661, hung the corpse in chains and beheaded it for treason? Now they really were prats. Kind regards Lucy Harrison
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A thought for the firemen THIS year is turning into a disastrous year when it comes to forest fires, with more than 57,000 hectares burned in Spain so far. And we haven’t even reached the end of August yet. This is more than three times more than in the same period of 2018. As this leader is being written, 9,000 people on Gran Canaria have been evacuated while 500 firefighters do their utmost to save their homes and the beautiful forests of the island. Hundreds more have been forced out of their properties on the Costa del Sol where another fire rages. For these people it must be a truly horrifying time. While they may be safe - and the authorities are to be commended for having plans in place to deal with such natural disasters - the worry of not knowing if they will have a home to return to must be a heavy one indeed. Apart from the capricious whims of nature, the only hope many people have for their possessions - in many cases quite literally everything they own - is the skill, endurance and bravery of the emergency services. And dangerous work it is too. Over the years many firefighters have died when trapped by the flames by a sudden change of wind. Pilots of the firefighting planes are at high risk too as they bombard the flames with water. We send them all our thanks and our prayers too.
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Drink vendors in Benidorm Unfortunately I am very vocal and warn the buyers of these drinks of where and how they are made. Tell them, we r on a beach. Hi, where do u see these vendor’s station making these. No because there is nowhere on the beach probably just around the corner. These people look at me and immediately say overcrowded. Restaurant probably getting a cut back on these lethal drinks. All my friends stay safe, drink wisely. Else Mills Euro Weekly Newspaper yeah I’m pretty sure everyone realises that the bars and restaurants don’t store their stock in bins or drains on the street. Ryan McMullan
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NICK HORNE’S Rich Pick Freelance correspondent, London, England ONE of the most recognised words in the world in any language is Monaco. A place, a principality, a casino, even a way of life. Reputed to be the playground of playboys and the super-rich. Monaco is a place of very serious business too. A place where the ‘Ultra High Net Worth Individual,’ as described by their bankers, and their families come to see superyachts, buy superyachts and be seen to be looking at superyachts. Of course those who are only seriously wealthy will also come to Monaco during superyacht week of September from the 25th to the 28th this year when the Monaco Yacht Show will be doing a roaring business in the principality. Alongside buying and selling superyachts [average cost is now €27 million to build] there is a huge business in chartering them. Charter a superyacht by the week, month or even season. Weekly charter rates that can be as high as €500,000 per week or more, plus food, fuel, beverages and not forgetting tips for the crews. It really is a good idea to check things out indepth before you make your pick for that seaside holiday. The Monaco Yacht Show is where you can select your yacht to charter, your shipyard to build your yacht as well as meet the team that will design it with you. This year as in the recent past sustainability is the hot topic with shipyards and the wider industry developing solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. Hybrid engines and an emerging de-
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The Monaco Yacht Show Superyacht MADSUMMER, one of three superyachts delivered this year by the shipyard Lurssen and on show at the Monaco Yacht Show.
Each day ends with parties for invited guests at the Monaco Yacht Show. mand for sailing superyachts as well as battery power, fuel cell technologies, hydrogen fuel technology all are being explored and installed. Supporting the Blue Marine Foundation is one of many industry initiatives where the superyacht industry is working to reduce and combat ocean pollution. Wealthy and influential often go together and a desire to make the planet’s oceans
580 Exhibitors 42,000 sqm of exhibition space 125 Super Yachts 55 Tenders and Toys 30 Cars and Bikes 1 Helicopter 30,000 Visitors 20 per cent are private visitors 87 per cent are international visitors 125 Super Yachts on Show 42 New Launches 49.5 metres average length overall Euro 27 million average cost 107 metres largest yacht 14 are more than 70 metres in length 7 are more than 80 metres length 3 are more than 90 metres in length Total value on show - Several billion Euro.
fit again is no bad impulse. Superyachts are not at all like most other vessels of comparable size. For one thing they usually average just 300 hours of operations at sea per year. Superyachts only very rarely sail at the maximum speed that they are capable of, preferring to cruise at speeds that offer maximum comfort rather than speed. The Monaco Yacht Show is full, it cannot get any bigger, yet does seem to dominate the principality of Monaco for the week. The Monaco Yacht Show’s focus is to offer select visitors and the industry the ideal venue to meet and discuss their interests. Interests which include environmental issues as well as classic cars and submarines not only superyachts to explore the oceans of the world. Nick Horne, London, England
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Spirit of Dali remains in Figueres THE modern town of Figueres, Girona has a population of 45,000 people and from most angles looks very normal for northern Spain. The area can claim an eclectic history however being the birthplace of Narcis Monturiol, the inventor of the first motor powered submarine, and singer Monica Naranjo. The huge Castell de San Ferran dominates the town, but no more than the presence of world famous Catalan surrealist Salvador Dali. The legacy of Dali can be felt over Figueres, even decades after his death. The Dali Theatre and Museum helps to preserve his heritage and if you have one day in the town this is one of the best places to visit. It is built on the site of a theatre w h e r e D a l i ’s f i r s t e x h i b i t i o n s t o o k place which was destroyed by a fire during the Spanish Civil War. In the 1960s Dali decided to rebuild the monument and dedicate it to his works and inspirations. A visit to his museum will provide a
vivid insight into the eccentric imagination of Dali evidenced by the outside of the building which is designed like a Moorish style palace wall, but decorated with giant eggs. Dali wanted his museum ‘to be a single block, a labyrinth, a great surrealist object’ and this he certainly achieved. The museum does not feature Dali’s most wel-known works like ‘The Persistence of Time’ or ‘The Elephants’ as many of these are displayed in museums across the US as well as in Brussels and Madrid or held by private collectors. Instead the museum houses many pieces from Dali’s private collection, which are no less impressive, and tog e t h e r c o n s t i t u t e t h e s i n g l e l a rg e s t collection of Dali works in the world by far. To truly understand the artist, a trip to this museum is essential. Included in the pieces on display are paintings, sculptures, collages, mechanical creations and other items w h i c h d i s p l a y D a l i ’s v i v i d i m a g i n ings.
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Is someone trying to sidetrack you by casting doubt on a relationship or plan? Something is going on so make sure that you have all the facts. It would be gullible of you to take everything at face value. You have good supportive colleagues and may seek their advice. Be optimistic as the weekend comes and remember your sense of humour.
PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Showing confidence means others see you as being very much in control. They need to see that you can be trusted. If a plan is not going in the right direction, be prepared to change tack. Changes should not be made to financial plans until you are sure of your ground. Romantically, you are being admired.
ARIES (March 21 - April 20) It is all go for you at the moment. Not only will you be particularly clear-thinking but your intellect will be sharp as a knife. Your enthusiasm spills over from your business life to personal matters, leading to a hectic and eventful time all week. When it comes to romance, a positive and dynamic approach stands you in good stead.
TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) It is now important that you are clear about the person you wish to spend your time with because you may have more than one option. Plans that you started last week are now showing progress. Keeping the pace growing is essential to beat rivals. It is not an easy week by any means but it should not be boring.
GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) A tendency to be emotional because of a setback should be avoided. When you feel the pressure rising, remember that nothing is worth risking your health for. Sound out friends and colleagues to avoid overreacting. It is a week when you realise how someone close is able to be a great help. The question is, can you accept it?
CANCER (June 22 - July 23) There is sensitivity in your chart. It is possible to overlook someone who needs your time and consideration. You are not a mind-reader and they may not
directly seek your help. Be aware, then, of how others are faring.
LEO (July 24 - August 23) When someone asks you this week where you are going, will you know the answer? You will make progress if you do. If you're not sure, then there is no point in going full steam ahead. This is a week to consider your options on all fronts, particularly in business.
VIRGO (August 24 - September 23)
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A personal decision needs to be made. No major changes are necessary so long as you have a firm plan. It is not so much that caution is required, rather more that you should give yourself time to consider. In the longer term, you may see this week as a turning point. .
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I love people. Everybody. I love them, I think, as a stamp collector loves with collection. Every story, every incident, every bit of conversation is raw material for me.” Sylvia Plath, poet
LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) This is a week of planning and making changes. Some things click into place and you realise that you are on your way to completing an ambition. The trick is to manage it without upsetting people on the home front.
HERBAL REMEDY: Cologne was thought to ward off the bad smells believed to cause the plague.
SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Are you putting off a decision affecting others? This is a good time to take the bull by the horns. Keep an eye on finances involving younger people. Sometimes, you are better able to help in other ways, perhaps by giving encouragement or advice. .
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A journey is a person in itself, no two are alike. And all plans, safeguards, policing and coercion are fruitless. We find that after years of struggle that we do not take a trip, a trip takes us.” John Steinbeck, writer
COLOGNE was originally developed as protection against the plague. Herbs and flowers are bound together and placed inside the masks of plague doctors as most Europeans believed diseases were spread by bad smells. The bundles went on to be sold throughout Europe as a hygiene aid because bathing was thought to be dangerous. All this culminated in the development of Eau du Cologne from a recipe containing rosemary, citrus essences and grape-based spirits designed to ward off the Black Death.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Your activities this week may seem to be ones best done alone. To a certain extent this is true. However, if you wish to make others feel important and gain their support in the future, you should involve them. You don't have to take advice which is given but be diplomatic when not acting on it. Hurt feelings can cost money.
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Are you feeling less positive than usual? We all do at times. If energy is low get out for a long walk in a relaxing place. Perhaps watch a film that raises your spirits. There is about you a kind of regret and fondness for the past, but there is nothing wrong with sentimentality so long as it does not cloud your picture of the future. That can be bright indeed.
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Across 1 Vegetable's said to be burned (7) 5 Kind of collection to impress (5) 8 Clerics secretly inside a Conservative party meeting (7) 9 Accept Romeo leaves a bride (5) 10 Daughter is company for the nightclub (5) 11 Be unable to contain one's rage – trudge in river (7) 12 Relaxed, having had drinks in A&E (2,4) 14 Burning a baker's first loaf (6) 17 Reflector in case, yet broken (7) 19 Note twisted vine is donated (5) 22 Be initially slow in departure (5) 23 Reseeds by mistake and becomes angry (4,3) 24 Soft lustre observed outside hospital (5) 25 I snared fresh fish (7) Down 1 Cryptic verse in music recording (5) 2 People from Basra? (5) 3 Noisy new trio love us (7) 4 Runs giving England, finally, a cricket trophy (6) 5 Neither flat nor blunt (5) 6 State song about most of region (7) 7 Quietly withdraw - or go ahead (7)
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Bowmen from Ambridge? (7) Blend ten wine ingredients (7) Cause of annoyance is biting insect wild animal (7) Finishes the last cases outside (6)
18 Public school housing head of Little John (5) 20 A composer - some clever Dick! (5) 21 Person without clothes should receive good poke (5)
Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 4 represents X and 10 represents J, so fill in X every time the figure 4 appears and J every time the figure 10 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 Broods (5) 4 Sedate (5) 7 Showing inventiveness and skill (9) 8 Requiring little effort (4) 10 Make different (5) 13 Overfamiliar through overuse (5) 14 List of dishes available at a restaurant (4) 17 Known widely and usually unfavourably (9) 19 Bad-tempered and unfriendly (5) 20 Blunder (5)
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Across 7 Goma de borrar (6) 8 Sin (religious) (6) 10 Stork (7) 11 Manzana (fruta) (5) 12 Girar (llave, manivela, volante) (4) 13 Skilful (5) 17 Más nuevo (5) 18 Plancha (utensilio) (4) 22 Talones (de pies, calcetínes, zapatos) (5) 23 Pulpo (7) 24 Capilla (6) 25 Flowerpot (6)
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION FACING PAGE
Down 1 Arachnid (6) 2/18 Exit a computer (3,3) 3 Dispatch (4) 4 Mars (6) 5 Sour and astringent (7) 6 Unpleasantly cool and humid (4) 9 Type of wrench (7) 11 Small storeroom for storing foods or wines (6) 12 Chase after (6) 15 Large number or amount (4) 16 Show off (4) 18 See 2
The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.
Down 1 Rescue (7) 2 Peligros (7) 3 Boina (5) 4 Licorice (7) 5 Pañal (5) 6 Zorros (5) 9 Passengers (9) 14 Sarampión (7) 15 Trillizo (7) 16 Poco común (7) 19 Cuál (5) 20 To kiss (5) 21 Pajita (5)
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Hexagram
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 (ROUTED) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
CARESS CHATTY COYOTE DEACON GEYSER KEYPAD KNOTTY NEPHEW PHOTON ROTUND ROUTED (10) SCOTCH SHODDY SPHERE STENCH SYNTAX TRAVEL TROPHY TYPHUS
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Onrush 2 Triune 3 Narrow 4 Cringe 5 Raisin 6 Forbad 7 Fungus 8 Beggar 9 Avenge 10 Figure 11 Hither 12 Tongue 13 Sought 14 Wrench 15 Strong 16 Ghetto 17 Jocose 18 Tenser 19 Legend.
Nonagram
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.
• Average: 21 • Good: 29
• Very good: 41 • Excellent: 53
SCORING: 4 letters: 1 point 7 letters: 5 points 5 letters: 2 points 8 or more letters: 6 letters: 3 points 11 points
Average: 9 Good: 13 Very good: 19
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Excellent: 24
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cent cert cite emit item meet mete mint mite rent rete rite teem teen term tern tier time tine tire tree trim citer enter erect inert inter merit meter metre miter mitre niter nitre recti remit retie terce timer trice trine cement center centre cermet cretin emetic entice entire intern metric minter recent recite rennet tenner tenrec tierce tinner centime eminent enteric enticer interne INCREMENT
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS
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2 Sake, 3 Repeat, 4 Criticise, 5 Stale, 6/16 Dry ice, 8 Incognito, 12 Defers, 13 Biped, 17 Moan.
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Across:
1 Bath, 3 Abstract, 9 Shannon, 10 Ochre, 11 Later, 12 Instep, 14 Nieces, 16 Breeze, 19 Danube, 21 Sable, 24 Grips, 25 Ensnare, 26 Sweetpea, 27 Bent.
1 Sagrado, 5 Beach, 8 Enemiga, 9 Adios, 10 Linen, 11 Gatillo, 12 Shadow, 14 Grassy, 17 Anuncio, 19 Peach, 22 Ellas, 23 Earlier, 24 Suave, 25 Serious.
Down:
Down:
1 Baseline, 2 Trait, 4 Bandit, 5 Tools, 6 Athlete, 7 Teem, 8 Untrue, 13 Vehement, 15 Examine, 17 Resist, 18 Recede, 20 Upset, 22 Blake, 23 Eggs.
1 Steal, 2 Green, 3 Aliento, 4 Orange, 5 Beast, 6 Anillos, 7 History, 12 Skaters, 13 Aquella, 15 Reparar, 16 Towels, 18 Cisne, 20 Aviso, 21 Herbs.
App of the week Gallery Go GOOGLE’S new app is a smart, light and fast way to view videos and photos. Automatic organisation helps users find photos faster while tools including auto-enhance brings out the best in pictures. Gallery Go also automatically categorises photos by people, selfies, nature, animals and documents. The app works offline and uses less data, so it can run anywhere and for longer while online.
QUIZ: MUM’S THE WORD All the answers contain a silent letter 1. Initiated in 1865, what is the name of the in-depth study of a number of pre-set London street routes and all places of interest that taxicab drivers in that city must complete to obtain a licence to operate a black cab? 2. Named after a French military engineer, what is the SI unit of electric charge, equal to the quantity of electricity conveyed in one second by a current of one ampere? 3. ‘Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’ is the first line of which poem by John Keats? 4. What name is given to a legal agreement by which a bank, building society, etc. lends money at interest in exchange for taking title of the debtor's property, with the condition that the conveyance of title becomes void upon the payment of the debt? 5. What name is given to a legendary dwarfish creature supposed to guard the earth's treasures underground? 6. What name is usually given to a craftsman who installs and repairs pipes and fixtures and appliances?
7. Which commercial centre and river port in western Germany on the Rhine River shares its name with a perfumed liquid made of essential oils and alcohol? 8. Which chess piece, shaped to resemble the head of a horse, can move two squares horizontally and one vertically, or vice versa? 9. Which combat sport involves grappling-type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and take-downs, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds? 10. Which respiratory disease is characterised by inflammation of the lung parenchyma (excluding the bronchi) with congestion caused by viruses, bacteria or irritants? Not a lot of people know that… in Christianity ‘charisma’ is an extraordinary power granted by the Holy Spirit.
Answers: 1. THE KNOWLEDGE, 2. COULOMB, 3. TO AUTUMN, 4. MORTGAGE, 5. GNOME, 6. PLUMBER, 7. COLOGNE, 8. KNIGHT, 9. WRESTLING, 10. PNEUMONIA
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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION
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1 Construct, 7 Thick, 9 Prior, 10 Lack, 11 Basic, 14 Agree, 15 Kiwi, 18 Crime, 19 Obese, 20 Consonant.
How many English words can you find in the Boggled grid, according to the following rules? • The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’. They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally. • Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms. • No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice. • No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.
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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 R) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.
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Sudoku LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION
Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3X3 box contains the digits 1-9. There’s no maths involved. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.
before starring in Gilmore Girls. She was later nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress with Bridesmaids. • Aaron Paul, Actor; August 27, 40 The actor who played Jesse Pinkman in the Breaking Bad TV series was one of the first to win two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. Born in Emmelt, Indiana in the US, he worked as an usher in a Los Angeles cinema as his TV career began taking off. • Shania Twain, Singer, August 28, 54 Twain’s album Come on Over become the best-selling album of all time by a female artist following its 1997 release. Born in Windsor in Canada, she chopped wood and hunted to support her family before finding fame.
Word Ladder NICE
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Move from the start word (NICE) to the end word (PART) in the same number of steps as there are rungs on the Word Ladder. You must only change one letter at a time.
or NICE RICE RACE PACE PARE PART
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• James Corden, Comedian; August 22, 41 • Rupert Grint, Actor; August 24, 31 The host of The Late Late Show and star of Gavin Grint made his screen debut in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone after deciding to try out & Stacey was born in London and debuted in a one-line role in the 1996 musical Martin Guerre. for the part because he had ginger hair. Born in Harlow in England, he went on to feature in the He went on to co-host the BRIT awards three times and featured in Doctor Who. films Driving Lessons and Cherrybomb. Shania Twain. • Kobe Bryant, Basketball player; August 23, • Alexandra Burke, Singer; August 25, 31 The winner of the 2008 series of the X-Factor sold more 41 Bryant was born in Philadelphia in the US and played both than 105,000 copies of her debut single Hallelujah in 24 football and basketball while living in Italy in his youth. hours. Born in London, she competed on Strictly Come He joined the Charlotte Hornets in 1996 and led the Los Dancing in 2017. Angeles Lakers to victory against Orlando Magic and • Melissa McCarthy, Actor: August 26, 49 McCarthy was born in Plainfield, Illinois in the US and Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals of 2009 and 2010 respectively. began her career with the comedy troupe The Groundlings
Solution NICE NINE PINE PINT PANT PART or NICE NICK PICK PACK PARK PART
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This week in history
Facing death ARISTOCRATIC banker Jose Maria Alvarez is nearing the end of a long and eventful life. He lives in a Swiss village with his American wife. He begins to be visited by hallucinations of his past, including his boyhood in 1950’s Franco-era Spain including fishing trips with his father, uncle and younger brother. For a while Jose basks in the warm glow of fond memories. But the longer he spends dwelling on the past, the more dark memories, regrets and secrets begin to creep from his mind. Jose realises although he is facing death, much remains to be settled so he can pass with peace of mind. His three estranged sons return to his side as Jose begins a journey to understand the meaning of his life for himself and others in Richard C Morais’ The Man with No Borders.
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410 - Sacking ends Visigothic King Alaric ends his forces’ sacking of Rome after three days which saw the tombs of emperors raided and their belongings taken and several inhabitants including the emperor’s daughter taken hostage. 1485 - Dynasty ends The forces of Richard III are defeated by those of Henry Tudor at the Battle of Bosworth Field, marking the end of the Plantagenet Dynasty and the War of the Roses. 1543 - New arrivals Portuguese trader Antonio Mota and his companions become the first Europeans to visit Japan. 1580 - Union forms Spanish troops defeat the armies of Portugal at the Battle of Alcantara. Their victory leads to the creation of the Iberian Union, the uniting of Spain and Portugal under one crown which lasted until 1640. 1859 - Power cuts The strongest geomagnetic storm ever recorded strikes the Earth in what will become known as the Carrington event. It results in widespread disruption to the world’s fledgling telegraph network. 1932 - Flight first Amelia Earhart completes a flight from Los Angeles to Newark in New Jersey, becoming the first woman to fly nonstop across the US. 1991 - Going online The World Wide Web is opened to the public after being developed by computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee while working at CERN.
IT is 1971 and John Lennon and Yoko Ono are working together to create Imagine. The couple are immersed not only in their music but in the art, activism, politics and radicalism for which they would become known. The two artists inspire and encourage each other to co-author a radical worldview. Featuring archive footage and new interviews with Ono, Klaus Voormann, Julian Lennon and Tariq Ali, the story behind the creation of a peace and love anthem is told in Above Us Only Sky.
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JORIS PLU THE power of cats and dogs towards us human beings is enormous! We can easily call them fantastic counsellors with fur. No? They can, if you allow them, teach us so much about life in general. Each time I have spent time with an animal, any animal, I shake my head thinking to myself… these wonderful creatures can teach us humans so much about love, compassion, forgiveness. For instance dogs have special listening skills. Have a look at children and even adults how they ‘talk’ to dogs and how dogs just listen to them. Not judging. The power of listening, just being in the moment is extraordinary. Even between humans. Only we can talk back and we do most of the time. So dogs are teaching us how to really listen. Little children sometimes talk for minutes with a dog or a cat.
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The power of a dog or cat The cat most of the times runs away after a while. That is why they are called cats and not dogs. But back to the dogs and children. Next time you see this happening, watch them closely. See what happens and feel the energy between them. We may use the word amazing since that is what it is. In some hospitals they use dogs just to be with patients. Let them sit on the bed or wheelchair. You see them interact, giving love and attention. You see how patients start to smile, have their feel good hormone working harder and harder. Just being happy. Dogs decrease levels of stress hormones, lower blood pressure and many more things. Petting a dog will do so much more to our body… and theirs. It’s the same with cats, only slightly different. People love the way they purr. Some say it also releases stress and even pain. Cats
CATS AND DOGS: More than furry friends.
are more independent then dogs and that is why so many people just love them. They exist in a way they want to, in control of their own life. Some time ago a man told me he did not know if he likes a cat more over a dog but he said he liked one thing and that was the lesson a cat
gave him which was living a more independent life, following his own soul instead of following the
crowd. For me this was a very nice way of defining a cat. Why did I want to write this small column about dogs and cats? Because they have power! Look at them, talk to them, just be with them. Learn from them. Even if you are not so comfortable being very close to them, give yourself the chance to notice them longer then you ever did before in your life. Feel their power and put a big smile on your face since they prolong your life in a unique and good way. Let us be thankful for them living with us on this planet. Life would be totally different without them. Maybe there would be no life without them. Love animals. All of them.
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SWIMMING is one of the best forms of exercise. Swimming burns calories and can help a person to lose weight, as well as tone muscles and improve overall health and fitness. By engaging several different muscle groups and the cardiovascular system, swimming can provide an excellent workout for a wide variety of individuals, no matter what age you are. Here in Spain, access to swimming pools is good. If we do not have pools ourselves, the vast majority of municipalities have public pools and failing that there is always the sea for a swim. Swimming is one of the only exercises that utilises all your muscle groups while constantly stimulating the heart rate. You are also unlikely to be injured whilst participating due to its low-impact nature. Like any aerobic exercise, it is necessary to swim consistently for best results. Most people who want to get in or to stay in shape make an effort to do some form of training three to five times a week for 20 minutes or more per session. Suppose you can swim for 20 minutes, with generous breaks at each end of the pool. You should plan on swimming for 30 minutes, then, so that your actual exercise time (as opposed to rest time) ends up around 20 minutes. To begin with, try to swim a mini-
SUMMER time and the mossies are biting. Here are some ways to avoid being a meat feast for the mosquitoes. 1. Get rid of any standing water near your home. Mosquitoes can breed in just 14 days in a small amount of still water. If you have a pond, add a waterfall to keep the water moving or treat it. Do not leave a dog’s bowl outside full of water.
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SWIMMING: Great exercise - no matter what your age.
mum of three times a week, for about half an hour. Try swimming for as much of that time as you can, and count your lengths. You should be able to cover anywhere from 20 to 30 lengths, at least. If you are capable of doing more, you
should be swimming for longer periods of time, perhaps 45 minutes or even an hour. Try also to vary your strokes between front crawl, breast stroke and back stroke to ensure that virtually every sin-
gle muscle group in your body is used. Advanced swimmers might even want to add a few laps of butterfly into their routine. One last point, lying on a lilo with a gin and tonic does not count as swimming!
How to avoid mosquito bites 2. Keep mosquitoes outside. Use fly-screens on the windows to keep mosquitos out. Or if you don’t have screens, consider getting a fine mosquito net to hang over your bed. 3. Use mosquito repellent. The most effective chemical repellents contain DEET, pi-
caridin, PMD, or IR3535 insecticide, which are all considered safe when used as directed. Just watch out for skin irritation and avoid spraying chemicals around the eyes or mouth. Concentrate the repellant on your ankles, feet, lower legs and wrists, which are the thin-
skinned areas mosquitoes love. 4. Wear light-coloured clothing. Apparently, darker colours like black, deep blue and red, stand out so they attract mossies. 5. Stay indoors during dusk and dawn. While mosquitoes can bite at
any time of day, it’s wise to limit your exposure at their prime feeding times. If you can’t avoid being outdoors at these times of day, be sure to take some other precautions. 6. Make yourself less appealing. Scientists are still studying
Active soap ANTI-BACTERIAL soaps are no more effective than plain soap at killing bacteria. A study by Korean scientists said there was ‘no significant difference’ between the effects of plain soap and its anti-bacterial counterparts under normal ‘reallife’ conditions. They examined the effect of triclosan, the active antiseptic ingredient commonly used and tested 20 strains on how well it killed bacteria. They found triclosan had killed significantly more bacteria after nine hours or more, but not during the short time required for hand washing. Then, they compared the ability of antibacterial and non-antibacterial soap to remove bacteria from human hands using 16 healthy adult volunteers and found ‘no significant difference’ between the two.
why some people get more mosquito bites than others. Drinking a 12-ounce beer makes some people more appealing to the critters, so does having more bacteria on your skin. Apparently, mossies also like type O blood, now whilst you cannot change that, you can try wearing a scent that mosquitoes dislike. While DEET was most effective, researchers found Victoria’s Secret Bombshell perfume effectively reduced mosquito bites for two hours, even more than some mosquito repellents. 7. Try a natural repellent. Oil of lemon eucalyptus comes from a particular Australian eucalyptus tree (eucalyptus citriodora). Studies show it offers similar protection to products containing low concentrations of DEET.
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DETOX: Lighten up your toxin load.
Which detox is right? WHICHEVER detox you choose, the first thing to do is lighten up your toxin load. Eliminate alcohol, coffee, cigarettes, refined sugars and saturated fats, all of which act as toxins in the body and are obstacles to the healing process. Some believe the detox can be taken to the next level by minimising the use of chemical cleaners and chemical based healthcare products like shampoos and deodorants. Natural alternatives can be used instead.
Stress can have a hugely adverse impact on the body, triggering stress hormones into your system and can contribute to excess toxins in the system, so it is important during a detox to keep your mind calm and in a stress free environment. Practices such as yoga and meditation are simple and effective at reducing stress by bringing your body and mind into harmony. There are hundreds of detox programmes, recipes and regimes depending on your needs.
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THE days of bathroom cabinets packed with an array of skincare products could be over as British women grow tired of complicated facial skincare routines, according to the latest research from Mintel. Over the last year, almost three in 10 (28 per cent) women have reduced the number of products in their facial skincare routine, with young millennials aged 20-29 (54 per cent) most likely to have simplified their routines. In a move away from multi-step routines, the proportion of women using just one product to cleanse their face has risen from 25 per cent in 2018 to 28 per cent in 2019. Meanwhile, the proportion of women using four or more products to cleanse has fallen sharply from 26 per cent in 2018 to 18 per cent in 2019. The biggest facial cleansing casualties include facial cleansing wash (from 55 per cent to 50 per cent), as well as facial cleansing wipes (from 54 to 43) and facial toners (from 29 to 25). This comes as Mintel research reveals there has been a decline in the purchase of make-up, potentially led by reduced usage following the trend for naturally radiant skin. Indeed, some 31 per cent of women who wear make-up are buying colour cosmetics less frequently now compared to last year, and 19 per cent have spent less on the category in the last 12 months. Usage of facial care products has also taken a tumble in the last 12 months. The number of women using day cream/lotion declined from 66 per cent to 60 per cent; while night cream/lotion fell from 48 per cent to 44 per cent and blemish balm (BB), colour correct (CC) and daily defence (DD) cream slumped from 21 per cent in 2018 to 15 per cent in 2019. Overall, the women’s facial skincare market is expected to decline by nearly 1 per cent in 2019, falling to an estimated £1.16 billion from £1.17 billion in 2018.
NATURAL: Decline in purchase of make-up.
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Boyzone’s Keith Duffy IRISH TV star George McMahon married his partner Rachel Smyth in an intimate ceremony at a remote farmhouse near Nerja last Thursday. The ceremony took place in front of 80 of the couple’s friends and family, with 14month-old daughter Frankie acting as flower girl. The wedding was overseen by Boyzone star Keith Duffy, who is a long time friend of the couple after they grew to
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know each other whilst working on a project together. George, who plays ‘Mondo’ in RTE’s ‘Fair City’ was joined by fellow cast members
WEDDING: George McMahon and partner Rachel Smyth tied the knot in a remote farmhouse near Nerja.
in celebrating their big day. The day was finished off under the Nerja sunshine with an Argentinian barbecue, sangria and cava.
Pixie Geldof in Deia PIXIE GELDOF is a regular visitor to the picturesque town of Deia. The daughter of Bob Geldof has been pictured swimming in the coves of the area. The model is on the island to mark husband George Barnett’s birthday, which was celebrated on the beach with some close friends and family. A few days earlier, Pixie met with close friend, model and presenter Alexa Chung, who was also sharing pictures on Instagram of her time on the island. The island is a special place for Pixie Geldof and George Barnett as the couple tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony at the Son Marroig Estate in 2017.
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PIXIE GELDOF: Regular visitor to Deia.
Miss Cordoba is crowned MARÍA DEL MAR AGUILERA ZUHEROS, won Miss World Spain 2019 on Sunday. The famed beauty contest was hosted last week in the Autonomous City of Melilla where a total of 52 candidates from across Spain aspired to the title. The final gala held last night (Sunday) at the Carvajal Auditorium announced the winner. María del Mar Aguilera from Cordoba is 21 years old and is 1.76 metres tall. Ms Aguilar is currently a psychologist and model. The jury, chaired by Francisco Fajardo, chose Tania Medina García, currently Miss World Las Palmas, as the first bridesmaid, and Marta González Pérez, Miss World Tenerife as the second bridesmaid. “My best weapons are: to be myself and use common sense, and always be
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Miss World Spain 2019 . true to my heart. This has always led me to good results,” said Miss World Spain 2019. Miss Cordoba will go on
to represent Spain in Miss World 2019 which will be held on December 14, 2019 at the ExCeL London in London.
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Market PLACE Every week we will be listing some of the hundreds of events, happening in the Costa Blanca South region. We are particularly keen to help to promote charity events, so if you are organising one or know of one, please let us know at info@euroweeklynews.com.
Albatera: Thursday, 9am to 2pm; Calle Mayor - general market with around 40 stalls Algorfa: Wednesday, 8am to 1pm; Calle Fernando de Rojas - general market with around 10 stalls Benijofar: Tuesday, 8am to 2pm; Calle Corazon de Jesus - general market with around 20 stalls FANGORIA: Always on the road.
Something different CELEBRATING 30 years as a band, the duo who make up the unusually named Fangoria are currently touring Spain and will be in Murcia City on September 5. The duo from Madrid, singer Alaska and keyboard player Nacho Canut are without doubt innovative but to some ears, something of a personal taste as they include elements of pop, punk, electronic and acid house into their performances which can often be highly theatrical. Much of their performance will concentrate
on songs from their latest album Extrapolations and two questions. Supporting them are another Madrid band Nancy’s Rubias (Nancy’s Blondes) a five-piece glam rock group whose lead singer Mario Vaquerizo (known as Nancy Anorexic) is the husband of Alaska and the two bands play together on a regular basis. The concert starts at 8pm at the Parque de Fofó Auditorium with tickets costing from €27.50.
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Cartagena (Los Dolores): Thursday, 8am to 2pm; Calle Conesa Caldron - general market with around 120 stalls Cartagena (Urbanizacion Mediterraneo): Friday, 8.30am to 1.30pm; Calle Sierra de Cazorla - year round general market selling fruits, clothes and home equipment from around 160 stalls Cartagena Cenit: Wednesday, 8am to 2pm; Avenida Ribera de San Javier - huge general market where you can buy flowers, clothes, decorations and food from 282 stalls Cartagena (Barrio Peral): Monday, 8am to 2pm; general market with about 90 stalls selling tools, pharmaceuticals and vegetables Ciudad Quesada: Friday, Midday; Avenida de Quesada Por La Paz - big general market with 60 stalls Gran Alacant: Thursday and Sunday, 8am to 2pm; Avenida Escandinavia - large general market with 130 stalls selling everything from clothes to food Guardamar del Segura: Wednesday, 8am to 2pm; Calle Ingeniero Mira/San Emigdio large general market with 335 stalls spread out over the town selling everything from clothes to food Guardamar (Campico): Sunday, 9am to 2pm; Carretera CV-895 - antiques, second hand items and general market sometimes displaying 500 stalls Hondon Valley: Thursday, 8am to 1pm; Calle Azorin - small year round general market with around five stalls La Manga: Every day during summer, 5pm to 2am; Plaza Bohemia - runs from June until September 15 , there are ceramics, decoration and artisanal products on offer La Mata: Friday; Eras del Cerro - general market with around 180 stalls La Romana:Saturday, 8am to 1pm; Calle de la Fuente - year round market with 48 stalls Lorca: Thursday; Calle Santa Quiteria General market with 250 stalls Lorca (Antiguedades): Second Sunday of the month, 10am to 2pm; Plaza de España second-hand items and antiques Los Alcazares: Tuesday; Calle Catalanes general market
Los Montesinos: Friday, 3pm to 8pm; Calle de los Santos Medicos - year round general market with 50 stalls Mazarron (Camposol): Thursday, 9am to 2pm; Avenida del Saladillo - general market with 125 stalls Mazarron (Puerto de Mazarron): Second Saturday of the month, 10am to 2pm; Paseo Maritimo - artisanal and second hand products on offer Murcia: Thursday; Calle Auditorium general market with 163 stalls Murcia (Alhama): Tuesday; Avenida Juan Carlos I - general market Murcia (Javali Nuevo): Friday; Calle Real general market with 63 stalls Murcia (Corvera): Sunday, 9am to 2pm; Calle San Carlos I - general market with 30 stalls NB Murcia has many other markets throughout the year Pilar de la Horadada: Friday, 8am to 2pm; Calle Isla - general market with 135 stalls Pinoso: Saturday, 8am to 1pm; Plaza de Colon - year round general market with 48 stalls Rojales: Thursday, 8am to 1pm; Avenida Justo Quesada - year round general market with 130 stalls San Javier: Thursday; Calle Cartagena General market San Miguel de Salinas: Wednesday, 8am to 1pm; Calle Juan XXIII - Year round general market with 165 stalls San Pedro del Pinatar: Monday; Calle Victor Pradera - General market Santa Pola: Monday and Saturday, 8am to 2pm; Avenida de Albacete - Large year round general market with 440 stalls specialising in food and clothes Torre de la Horadada: Tuesday, 4pm to 10pm; Calle Alcarria/Calle Italia - Summer only general market with 265 stalls Torre Pacheco: Saturday; Avenida Fontes General market Torrevieja: Friday, 8am to 2pm; Avenida Delfina Viudes - General market with over 500 stalls selling everything from artisanal products to groceries Torrevieja (Hippies): Every day, 10am to 10pm; Paseo de la Libertad - Old artisanal market with around 300 stalls Villamartin: Every other Monday, 9am to 2pm; Calle del Guadalquivir - General market
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EXCEPTIONAL TRIO: Le Jazz hOts with Vira León.
AN Alicante-based trio of exceptional jazz musicians who play in the style of the late and great guitar master Django Reinhardt will be performing tomorrow, Friday, August 23 and August 30. The trio known as Le Jazz hOts composed of lead guitarist Daniel Barbieri who has been studying the jazz of the 30’s and 40’s for the last 15 years and has an almost encyclopaedic repertoire.
Rhythm guitarist Santi Djangomanouche is a well-respected musician in Spanish jazz circles and shares his bandmates love for the genre. Paul Fojo on double bass has studied the music under the tutor ledge of some of the great Argentinian musicians. This Friday, they team up with singer Vira León and then next Friday, guest singer will be Quique Simón. Both events are free and start at 9pm in the Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras in Alicante City.
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IT seems incredible to think that Freddie Mercury died in 1991 and although B ria n M a y a nd R oge r Ta ylor ha ve toured with different singers, fans still love to see the original show. There are any number of Queen tribute bands playing around the world and two will be playing in Costa Blanca in October in Murcia City and November in Cartagena. A rge ntinia n ba nd G od Sa ve the Queen have been called the best of all of the tributes by Rolling Stone Magazine and were approved by 20th Century Fox and the remaining members of Queen to promote the movie Bohemian Rhapsody. Formed in Argentina in 1998, their
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singer Pablo Padin bears a very strong resemblance to Freddie and the band is currently touring the world and they will be bringing their full show to the Parque de Fofó Auditorium in Murcia on O c tobe r 11 wi t h t i cket s f or t he
10pm show costing from €33.50 online. Then on November 10 at the earlier time of 7pm, Italian band White Queen bring their Remember Queen concert to the El Batel Auditorium with tickets costing from €28.75 online. The Remember Queen musicians led by Fr eddi e l ookal i ke Pi er o Vener y base their act on the last tour by the original Queen including Freddie Mercur y up f r ont whi ch t ook pl ace i n 1986. There are 10 costume changes, lighting effects and back projected videos to ensure that the audience are immersed in the complete Queen experience.
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MUSICAL THEATRE: West Side Story, a modern classic.
Something’s coming ALTHOUGH one tends to think of Broadway and the West End as being the real places to see musical theatre, a Spanish company SOM Produce has been adapting many successful musicals and touring them throughout the country. Following the success of their productions of such classics as Grease, Billy Elliot, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Cabaret, their latest lav-
ish production is the hugely successful musical West Side Story. Based on the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, but updated and transported to New York in the 1950s it tells the story of the rivalry between two ‘gangs,’ the American Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. This particular version which has 3 7 p e rfo rmers a nd 25 mus ic ia ns kicked off its Spanish tour in the Ca-
nary Islands and arrives in Murcia City with 100 costumes and seven containers of scenery. The show runs for just four days at the Víctor Villegas Auditorium from November 14 to November 17 with two performances each day except for November 14 and tickets cost from €30 to €65 from the Auditorium box office online.
SOLOIST: David Van Maele.
THOSE who enjoy modern classical music will be in for a treat when Belgian clarinettist David Van Maele appears with the orchestra of the Torrevieja Musical Union at the Torrevieja Auditorium on Saturday, September 28. Van Maele is considered one of the most brilliant clarinettists on the international scene and plays both with the Belgian Royal Military Band and as a guest soloist. This performance sees the Spanish premiere of the third Clarinet Concerto by Spanish composer and musician Oscar Navarro who is himself well-known for his clarinet work. Expect an outstanding performance by the Belgian musician as he will be playing a specially tuned requinto clarinet which has a deeper tone. The concert starts at 7pm with entrance costing €7.
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When not to pay a deposit Y OU’V E p r o b a b l y h ea rd the rule: Save for a 20 per cent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 per cent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal. It also helps you get favourable rates from lenders. Indeed, in Spain most banks require a minimum 20 per cent deposit before giving a mortgage. However, there are other lenders who will give up to 100 per cent loans, if you shop around. There can actually be financial benefits to putting down a smaller down payment rather than parting with so much cash up front, even if you have the money
available. The downsides of a small down payment are pretty well known. Over the years you will pay more in interest, and don’t overlook you will probably have to pay higher mortgage insurance premiums. Yo u ’ l l a l s o b e o f f e r e d a lesser loan amount than borrowers who have a 20 per cent down payment, which will eliminate some homes from your search. On the other hand, with home prices rising anywhere between 5 to 14 per cent a year on the Spanish costas in 2018 SMALL AMOUNT: Can lead to a larger investment.
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PETS HOUSE-SITTERS ensure your pets are happy at home when you are away. Think about your holiday from your pet’s perspective. Remember, some pets will be a little on edge the minute they see your luggage emerge from the rafters. One cat owner tells me her feline starts dragging his leg around the house as soon as he sees the luggage emerge. Consider them for a moment, surely, they too deserve a little me time while you are away, with a house-sitter to ensure they get more cuddles in your absence. How do you benefit from House sit Match? At HouseSitMatch we help you to find checked sitters online. Membership of our network offers you access to a secure network of checked pet and house-sitters. We hide your contact details and address for security. You post an advert ahead of your travel dates, we publish the advert then house-sitters apply. You can view their profiles and chat with
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FOXY This pretty little girl is around a year old. She was abandoned some months ago and nobody has come to claim her. Foxy has a sweet personality, is very affectionate and is just waiting for a family to love. She is available for adoption immediately but can also be fostered. Akira pays all expenses for their foster dogs. Foxy is vaccinated, microchipped, and treated for parasites.
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DOB January 2009. Carlo is a small to medium sized dog who was abandoned outside the local vet clinic and they called K9 to rescue him. He has a very easy going nature and loves to be near people. Carlo is a very friendly dog, good with people of all ages and mixes well with other dogs. He has been castrated, vaccinated and microchipped. Carlo has Leish, but has no health problems from this condition. As Carlo is entering his twilight years, we would also consider a foster home for him. K9 would be responsible for vet fees for fostered animals.
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CHARITIES/CHURCHES 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
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residents, visitors and children. For more information see our website w w w. l a s i e s t a e va n g e l i calchurch.org 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. English-speaking 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.aacostablanca.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-abrac. 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) ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION, Torrevieja Branch now meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 1700 (5pm) at CHE LOCO bar/restaurant, El Chaparral urbanization, Torrevieja. For more information please contact Chairman Paul Edwards on 618644934, Vice Chairman Danny Kay on 966716274 or Secretary Margaret Forshaw on 966921996. (95455) ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - Why not make this year the year you volunteer? Call and see how you can help either as a caseworker (with full training) or as a Telephone Buddy. We also visit beneficiaries who are housebound or in hospital. If you feel you could support us here in Spain, and you have a Spanish phone number then why not email us for more info tbuddyhhvis its@gmail.com. If you or your partner served or are serving, and you feel you need help or support then contact us using the details on the card, we are here for the small things as well as the big, sometimes talking to someone is the first step to feeling more in control. It can be a personal need or some help with your home or information on what or who to speak to on a medical issue, we help with signposting if we cannot help directly, just call and have a chat with Pam who will try to guide you to where you need to be. If you would like to go to a branch meeting then find your nearest one at, www.britishlegion.org.uk/c ounties/spain-north Orihuela Costa - covering from Punta Prima to San
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ested 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.co m (95458) PHILIP SCOTT LODGE No 10671 of the RAOB meets every Friday in the Bar Catorce, Benijofar. Please call the secretary, Colin Bird on 693 287 614 for further information. (95459) CHARITY BOOK STALL PEGO THURSDAY MARKET. Selection of over 500 books, all proceeds given to the elderly/disabled of Pego and local Animal Rescue. More stock always required, please contact Chrissie 965 977 228/617 647 395 (95460) CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (MABS) MURCIA/MAR MENOR Help and support is just a phone call away, Avda Rio Nalón, Tel: 693 275 779 (95462) PILAR CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH, Calle Canalejas, 3. Pilar de la Horadada. Sunday Service at 11am & Thursday at 5pm for Prayer and Praise and Worship. Home groups meet during the week. All welcome from any church background or none. For further information, www.pilarchurch.org Reg No: 2009-SG/A (95463) Torrevieja Christian Fellowship (TCF) There will be no Wednesday Fellowship Meeting(Bible Study) until further notice and we are no longer at Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas. For the next two months we will be holding our Sunday morning service at 10.30 a.m. in the El Nacional restaurant which is in Punta Prima on the N332. Residents and holidaymakers are welcome to attend our services with
communion and ‘kids church’ each Sunday at 10.30am. For further information see our website www.tcf-Spain.org or tel 966 700 391. (95464) THE AIRCREW ASSOCIATION COSTA BLANCA BRANCH. Former & serving aircrews of the UK or Allied Armed Forces are welcome to join this convivial & friendly organisation, now in its 21st year. www.aca costablanca.org or call the Secretary on: 966 495 042 (95465) STROKE ASSOCIATION Spain (formally known as Torrevieja stroke support) meet every Wednesday and Friday 2.30pm until 5.00pm. Our new address is Casa de Cultura, Calle Francisco Ribera Perez Benijofar. Our aim is to help and support stroke survivors and their careras. With rehabilitation, speech therapy, OC therapy and a very active social group. For info please contact 654 801 260 or email stroke supportgroup@hotmail.co m, website: torreviejastrokesupport.org. We are always looking for volunteers who have the skills and knowledge to support our groups and activities. (95473) 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 granal acant.secretary@rbl.com munity 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
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www.euroweeklynews.com MOTORING FACT THE Subaru Outback is now in its 25th year. Originally released in 1995, this crossover vehicle combines SUV and passenger car attributes and this year enters its sixth-generation. Throughout its history, the Outback has offered core values such as safety, comfort, versatility and quality, with its own unique character. The new Outback has evolved once again by adding the latest technologies on top of the traditional Outback attributes. The all-new Outback is powered by either a 2.4-litre turbocharged Boxer engine delivering strong torque output from low RPM or a 2.5-litre normallyaspirated Boxer engine with improved efficiency thanks to direct injection system. Combined with the new engine is the Subaru Global Platform which optimises the body rigidity, and Outback’s reputable dynamic performance, which has been further enhanced as a result. In addition, Subaru’s exclusive EyeSight driver assist system comes standard in all trims and is now equipped with the Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control including new Lane
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around its backbone: the centre tunnel. This enables a light, stiff structure to serve as the foundation for the suspension system to perform in an optimised manner. By removing unwanted body compliance, Corvette customers will experience the ultimate in ride performance with outstanding lateral grip capabilities. The car has a solid, connected-tothe-road feel with minimal vibrations at high speeds or on long road trips. The new Stingray features coil over dampers that create entirely new ride and handling characteristics. The mid-engine architecture allows for a short, straight and stiff steering system, coupled with an updated electronic steering system, making the driver’s chassis input instantaneous. The new Stingray’s heart is Chevy’s next-generation 6.2l Small Block V-8 LT2 engine, the only naturally aspirated V-8 in the segment. The US version of the new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray goes into production in late 2019.
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FOR the first time in 10 years Barcelona - missing the injured Lionel Messi - did not win their first match of the season. Barcelona’s 2019-20 La Liga campaign, and their quest for a third straight domestic title, began with a 10 loss away to Athletic Bilbao. The match result came down to a goal from 38-year-old Aritz Aduriz who connected with a spectacular bicycle kick from 14 yards out to snatch an unexpected win. Real Madrid on the other hand won comfortably 1-3 despite playing for 40 minutes with just 10 men after Luka Modric saw red. Goals from Karim Benzema, Toni Kroos and Lucas Vasquez were enough to overcome Celta Vigo. Gareth Bale started and played for 75 minutes. Celta Vigo enjoyed the majority of possession, but could not cope with the quality in the Madrid team. Valencia had to settle for a 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad after Kevin
SCORED: Morata grabbed the win for Atletico. Gameiro missed a penalty that would have put them 2-0 up. To make matters worse Mikel Oyarzabal made no mistake when Sociedad were themselves awarded a spot kick in the last minute of the game. Valencia now play Celta Vigo while Sociedad head to Mallorca. Game of the weekend was the eight-goal thriller between Villareal and Granada. The 4-4 draw proved to
be the most entertaining game on Saturday. Santi Carzorla - looking fresh and fit - opened the scoring with a penalty on 35 minutes. Atletico Madrid striker Álvaro Morata scored a goal and missed a penalty, but it was enough for Atletico to take all three points at home to Getafe on Sunday. Morata nodded home a cross from England defender Kieran Trippier in the 23rd minute. Getafe’s Jorge Molina was shown a straight red card for a studs-up challenge in the 38th minute, but just four minutes later debutant left back Renan Lodi earned two yellow cards in the space of 60 seconds. Atletico’s João Félix thrilled the crowd with a superb run in the second half which led to him winning a penalty but Morata’s spot-kick was saved. Elsewhere, Sevilla beat Espanyol 2-0, while Real Betis were surprisingly beaten at home by Real Valladolid 2-1.
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First weekend of La Liga WINNER: Aduriz’s goal sank Barcelona.
FIT: Santi Cazorla scored for Villareal.
Real Madrid’s Eden Hazard out of La Liga opener By Dilip Kuner REAL MADRID’S season has taken an early blow as star signing Eden Hazard was ruled out of the season opener due to a thigh injury sustained in Friday’s training session. He missed the first game of the season against Celta Vigo with an injury to his anterior tendon in his left thigh, but it is not known how long the Belgian will be out for. Hazard, aged 28, joined Real Madrid in June from Chelsea for a club record €100 million in what has been a record-breaking off season for the club who have spent more than €300 million on new recruits. Real Madrid kicked off their new campaign three players down after fellow winger Marco Asensio was sidelined due to a serious knee injury and Dani Carvajal was suspended.
VICTORY: Real Madrid get off to a perfect start, despite Hazard’s injury. The depleted team however did not look to struggle against Vigo with a convincing away 3-1 victory. Welshman Gareth Bale proved he was still a force to be reckoned with after a sur-
prise call up from manager Zinedine Zidane. Karim Benzema opened the scoring after 12 minutes, Toni Kroos landed a spectacular long range second and Lucas Vazquez sealed the victory in
the 80th minute after a flawless team play. Zidane’s team will now seek to increase their early advantage in the championship as they take on Real Valladolid.
Ready to cycle WORLD champion Spaniard Alejandro Valverde, the Colombian Nairo Quintana, winner of La Vuelta in 2016 and the Ecuadorian Richard Carapaz, champion of the last Giro d’Italia, head the official formation of the Movistar team for the Tour de España, which begins this Saturday, August 24 in Torrevieja. The team led by Eusebio Unzúe will participate for the 40th time in the Tour of Spain. For this 74th edition of La Vuelta, which will conclude on September 15, Movistar will also have Marc Soler, Imanol Erviti, Nelson Oliveira, Jorge Arcas and Antonio Pedrero in the team. José Luis Arrieta and Pablo Lastras will be the sports directors of the team, which has been participating uninterruptedly in La Vuelta since 1980. Since its debut under the name Reynolds, the team has won four times, had 12 podiums, 61 stage victories and 10 team successes. Their first winner was Pedro Delgado, in 1989, followed by Abraham Olano (1998) and then Valverde and Quintana. On Saturday the first stage will start in the Salinas de Torrevieja and will run through the municipality in a first stage as a team time trial. For Valverde it is almost a home stage as he comes from Murcia.
SPORT By Dilip Kuner IT may have been billed as an exhibition match, but there was a lot on the line when Spain took on the world number one ranked nation at basketball. With just two weeks to go before the FIBA World Cup it was an opportunity for Spain to see just how far they are behind the USA, who reign supreme in the sport. The USA team included some of the NBA’s better young players and showed plenty of determination, good ball movement and excellent defence as they beat Spain 90-81. But although it was a loss, Spain did gain the respect of their opponents. USA coach Gregg Popovich said: “I thought the Spanish team was just astounding with all the offence that they ran the way they execute. The way they read each other, you can really see the experience. We hope to
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get close to something like that offensively. And it’s going to be difficult in this short time. But it was a great example for us to see that.” It was the defence and rebounding that overcame the small hiccups in the Americans’ play. The USA never trailed after taking a 10-8 lead with six minutes, 47 seconds left in the 10-minute first quarter, but that doesn’t mean it was easy after that point. Although the Americans were up by double digits for most of the game, Spain did pull back to within eight a couple of times. Marc Gasol and Ricky Rubio, two of the handful of NBA players in the Spanish squad, led their team in scoring with 19 and 16 points, respectively. The final Spanish push came when Sergio Llull (11 points, six assists) sank a three-pointer to trim the US advantage to 80-72 with 4:13 left in the game but the USA soon struck back to ensure they finished on top.