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ISSUE NO. 1634

27 October - 2 November 2016

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Work accidents ALICANTE Province recorded a serious accident in the wo r k p l a c e e v ery three days between June 2015 and May 2016. Among the 13,556 accidents d u r i n g t h i s p e r io d

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there were 13 fatalities. Amputations and crush injuries were deemed preventable, but companies were not investing enough in avoiding occupational hazards.

Fire compensation A MEETING is to be held in the Salones Carrasco in Xabia on Thursday, October 27. The theme will be the fire which destroyed 689 hectares in Xabia and el Pob l e No u d e B e n i-

tachell on September 4 and 5, burning plots, lands and s o me res id en ce s in th e process. A lawyer will be in attendance who will discuss the issue of compensation.

Clocks change DON’T forget the clocks change on Sunday October 30 at 03.00, marking the end of Daylight Savings Time for another year. Following the old adage ‘Spring forward, Fall back,’ enjoy an extra hour’s sleep on Sunday morning.

OFFICIAL CAR: Was offered at a rock bottom price, but there were no takers. By Linda Hall NOBODY wants Rita Barbera’s official cars. The woman who was Valencia City mayor for 24 years and is still a senator was recently expelled from the Partido Popular and will stand trial next month on money laundering charges. The two cars were offered at rock bottom prices but there were no takers. An ar-

moured Audi A8 with 84,000 kilometres on the clock which cost €270,000 had a starting price of €15,000 but received no bids. The car was bullet-proofed at a time when it was believed that the mayor was a potential target for the Basque terrorist group, ETA. The second car, another Audi A8 without the bullet-proofing, had a reserve price of €18,000 but again failed to attract bids, although it had done only 63,000 kilome-

tres and cost €37,000 eight years ago. Valencia City Hall was surprised that no-one bid for the cars, municipal sources said, and must now decide whether to hold another auction with lower reserve prices or scrap the vehicles. Next up for auction are five of the Harley Davidsons that Barbera acquired in 2006 so that the Local Police could escort Pope Benedict XVI in style when he visited the city.

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School works A PROJECT valued at €300,000 that will make a multi-education complex completely accessible has been put forward by Benidorm Council. It will include two new parking areas creating around 100 parking spaces, cycle lanes throughout the complex, the elimination of all barriers, and an additional exit lane in the Salt de l’Aigua. Two public schools and four secondary schools (IES) are concentrated in the area, as well as a language school and the headquarters of the National Distance Education University (UNED), bringing in about 5,000 students. It is hoped that the works can be implemented during the Christmas holidays in order to minimise disruption.

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Moving on THE Urban Scene Advisory Council is to support plans for what to do with the space on Avenida Uruguay in front of the Virgen del Sufragio cemetery. The project includes a landscaped area giving access to the cemetery, and converting part of the current building into a store area and toilets. Mayor Toni Perez said the garden will have trees, ornamental plants and banks to “give the cemetery a worthy entry.” He also said that “technicians have proposed reserving part of the plot as storage and public toilets because we have a shortage of space and accessibility to the churchyard is important.” The site was formerly occupied by Burger King.

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Arrests bring an end to ‘livestock rustling’ A FATHER and his two sons were detained in Castalla for robbing 136 head of livestock worth €7,000. The arrests are thought to end a string of thefts that began in March after animals disappeared from a Muchamiel smallholding. This was followed by further disappearances in Millena and Castalla that continued until late August. The Guardia Civil’s local ROCA unit, which is based in Ibi and deals with agricultural produce and livestock cases, was called in to investigate. They found that in all cases the farmers were first visited by three men posing as potential buyers and their enquiries led the ROCA team to the 52year-old man and his sons aged 21 and 28.

The family, which raises sheep and goats in Castalla, has been involved in similar incidents in

the past, Guardia Civil sources said. A subsequent search revealed animals corresponding exactly to the descriptions of the missing animals. All three have been released on conditional bail and are expected to face a court next year.

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Accident plea in wife death case THE trial of a Javea man accused of battering his wife to death has begun in the Alicante High Court. As the trial commenced there were shouts from the victim’s family of ‘murderer’ and ‘coward’ as they heard the defence’s lawyer’s version of events. The victim’s sister left the court in tears. The Public Prosecutor maintains that the accused repeatedly hit his wife with a frying pan as she lay unconscious on the ground, using such force that the handle broke.

According to the defence lawyer, the woman’s death was accidental. The frying pan was not used as a murder weapon and she had hit her head on the table when her husband pushed her as they argued. The accused denied having said “No woman orders me around” during the argument or telling police when they arrived, “She got what she deserved.” He will be tried by a jury of seven women and two men and faces a 20-year prison sentence if found guilty of murder.

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GOAT HERDS: Worth stealing in rural areas.

THE municipal deposit in Calpe is overflowing with merchandise confiscated from ‘looky-looky’ street vendors. So much has been accumulated over the last three years that the town hall intends to destroy all the watches, handbags, sunglasses, polo shirts and sports shoes stored there. Because the goods are designer rip-offs with fake labels they cannot be donated to charity as this could result in further trading in illegal copies and infringed trademarks, Local Police sources said.

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BENISSA: Station due for an overhaul.

Trenet inches forward By Linda Hall MODERNISING the Calpe-Denia section of the Line 9 trenet starts next month. Angel Garcia de la Bandera, managing director of regional rail operator FVG, accompanied by the company’s Alicante delegate Pilar Garcia Reche, recently met the mayors of the affected towns to update them. Line 9 is the continuation of the Line 1 TRAM between Alicante City and Benidorm.

It is now 101-years-old and electrification has reached only as far as Benidorm although the line’s track, signalling systems, and safety measures have been renewed as far as Calpe. Last July FGV closed the Calpe-Denia section, explaining that although modernisation would start this autumn, the deteriorated line was no longer safe. An hourly bus service now operates between the two towns and according to FGV this section of Line 9 will not be fully opera-

tional until 2019. “The Generalitat and FGV are committed to this line that has been neglected for so long,” De la Bandera told the mayors. The €6.7 million phase beginning in November will renew track and renovate station infrastructure in Benidorm, Teulada, Gata de Gorgos, and Denia. At the same time Automatic Blocking and Automatic Train Protection systems that prevent collisions will be installed between Calpe and Denia.

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Metal name badge saved life By Gemma Elvins-Quinn A PHARMACIST who was attacked with scissors in Alicante last year has relived her ordeal in court. The woman who was stabbed in the heart, was saved as her metal name badge took the force of the attack in a pharmacy in the city. The incident happened just a few metres from the police station and the rapid intervention

of officers was crucial to preventing a more serious outcome. The attacker, who has mental health issues, was said to have been suffering a serious bout of illness at the time. He told the court he could not remember what had happened. He had been living on the street for some time and although he knew the victim by sight there was no problem between them.

On the day of the attack he had delusions and believed the pharmacist was responsible for the death of his mother. The prosecution claim the attack was attempted murder and are calling for 10 years in a psychiatric prison to ensure his medical treatment as it was confirmed he suffered from paranoid schizophrenia. They are also demanding compensation of â&#x201A;Ź7,320 for the victim. The case continues.

Airline adds destinations THE Alicante-Elche airport has announced a strengthening of its links with France. From April 2017, Spanish airline Volotea is increasing the number of its connections and will start flying twice a week on Mondays and Sundays to the cities of Toulouse in the south west, and the southern port city of Marseille. These destinations join Nantes and Bor-

deaux, with Volotea also offering flights to Venice and Asturias from Alicante. The flights are already on sale, according to the company. Volotea is a low-cost airline based in Barcelona and is increasing its fleet with the addition of four new Airbusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, bringing its fleet to a total of 23 aircraft.

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Prime suspect in Pioz brutal murder case turns himself in By Matt Ford THE primary suspect in the investigation into the murder of a family in Brazil has arrived in Spain. Nineteen-year-old Francois Patrick Nogueira Gouveira turned himself into police in Guadalajara before arriving in Spain on Wednesday, October 19. Gouveira is wanted in connection with the murder of his aunt and uncle plus their two young children. Their dismembered bodies were found in plastic rubbish bags at their rented home in Pioz on September 18. The horrific discovery came after neighbours alerted police to a ‘terrible stench’ emanating from the property. The Guardia Civil later

IN CUSTODY: Francois Patrick Nogueira Gouveira was met by Guardia Civil officers at Madrid’s Barajas airport. said that they had “a lot of reasonable evidence” that the young man was responsible for the deaths of Marcos Campos Nogueira and his wife Janaina Santos Americo, who were both 30, a n d th e ir o n e- an d fo ur-

year-old sons. Jobless Nogueira Gouveira lived with the family in Torrejon de Ardoz near Madrid for four months before they moved to Pioz. Investigators initially suspected that the victims were

involved in a drug deal which went wrong, but DNA and fingerprint evidence implicated the young man, and there were no signs of forced entry to the house. Mobile phone records also place the suspect at the scene on August 17, the last day that his uncle was seen alive, while CCTV footage shows a young man entering the gated community where the family lived at 3am that day. Information gleaned from Nogueira Gouveira’s bus pass revealed that he travelled to Guadalajara on August 17 and returned the following day. He also had a plane ticket to Brazil booked for November but changed the date a day after the bodies were unearthed, flying out of Spain on September 19.

When initially questioned by Brazilian police he claimed that he had never been to the house in Pioz and that he had fled to Spain because he was scared that he “would be next,” but he later changed his story, telling his lawyer that the physical evidence resulted from him having lived with his relatives. Spanish authorities had

asked for him to be extradited after issuing an international arrest warrant but Brazil refused, and he has now returned voluntarily after “conversations” with his legal representative. He is said to suffer from “egotism” and “narcissism” and has a violent history, possessing a criminal record for attacking a teacher three years ago.

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Rain brings out fresh problems ALICANTE Province might be officially drought-ridden but Sax needs help following recent storms. Homes, shops, ground floor properties, garages and basements were flooded and the CV-830 road was cut off for five hours after 36 litres per square metre of rain fell in 45 minutes. The town hall is to request compensation from the national government in Madrid but will also seek assistance from the Generalitat and Diputacion, for infrastructure modifications to prevent further flooding. The solution involves separating storm drains from the sewage network at the lower end of the town. The existing system cannot cope during a downpour like last week’s when the force of the water lifted manhole covers, flooding the streets. This time it occurred in Avenida Jaime I but a month ago the same thing happened in Avenida Reyes Catolicos although this episode was made worse by accumulated

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SAX: Lower part of town is prone to flooding. wet wipes. Once the town hall has calculated the cost of the damage, it will seek council approval to

approach Madrid for compensation and ask the Generalitat to carry out the necessary modifications to the drains.

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PREPARATIONS: Putting up the giant tent.

Calpe raising a stein By Linda Hall CALPE is celebrating its 29th ‘Oktoberfest,’ which was the first to be held in the Valencian Province, and is still the biggest and most important. The fun started on Wednesday, October 26, when the first of barrels of Munich beer were broached, ready for the 20,000 visitors who will visit the beer festival by the time it

ends on November 6. This year the ‘Oktoberfest’ returns to its original site behind the tennis club and will be held in a covered area which, although a little smaller than last year’s, covers an area of 1,800 square metres. As well as 600 barrels of Munich beer, t her e wi l l al so be t ypi cal Ger m an food on offer and traditional German orchestras.

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Keep calm and deliver the goods MEDICAL students at San Juan teaching hospital recently attended a workshop on helping a woman who goes into labour on the street. Anyone confronted with this situation needs to remember that the golden rule is to

keep calm, said San Juan gynaecologist, Eva Ruiz. After ringing the 112 emergency services they should do their best to “convey tranquility” to the woman. “If the baby begins to arrive

it’s best to do nothing and let nature take its course,” Ruiz continued. “ Although the baby should then be put skin to skin with the mother to keep it warm without attempting to cut the umbilical cord.”

Only one or two mothers are admitted to San Juan hospital each year after giving birth in the street, but knowing how to react was important Ruiz said, “It’s like giving CPR, everyone should know how to do it.”

Peace and quiet needed

CALLE LORETO: Not the quietest spot in Denia. LIVING in a bustling tourist town is not easy for an enclosed, contemplative order of nuns like the Augustinian Recollects. They live in Our Lady of Loreto convent in Denia’s Calle Loreto, one of the busiest streets in a busy town. They have put a notice on the church door reminding the public that the church and the convent belong to an enclosed order. The nuns asked visitors to turn off their mo-

biles and remain silent once inside the church. Anyone wanting to talk to them is requested to do this between 10am and 1pm, or to use the paper, pen, and postbox in the sacristy to leave a message. They also asked churchgoers not to go further than the chancel screen or to disturb them after morning mass, explaining that they spend this time in prayer.

Marble slab for war dead MONOVAR Council’s department for the Recovery of Historic Memory has paid homage to the 22 civilians executed there following the Civil War. They were sentenced to death by a military court and shot in the municipal cemetery where they were later buried in a mass grave. “We wanted to honour them with a simple monument placed where they lie,” said councillor Lourdes Pastor. “Many of these victims of

the Franco dictatorship were buried in that death pit without identification and with nowhere for their families to be able to remember them.” The monument is a plain marble slab donated by a Pinoso quarry with a plaque commemorating all the victims. The homage, Pastor said, is in line with the Historic Memory Law which dignifies and recognises the right of the victims’ families to mourn their loved ones.

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Drugs raid in turron town FOUR people, one of them a British woman, were arrested in Jijona during a major antidrugs operation. The town, where turron production is currently at its height preparing for the Christmas season, came to a standstill as a helicopter clattered overhead and dozens of Guardia Civil officers searched five properties in the town centre. The Guardia Civil revealed they had located and dismantled the Jijona area’s principal distribution point for cocaine, one home was used to cultivate marihuana, officers announced. As well as 320 grammes of cocaine, one kilo

of marihuana buds, and 15,000 euros in cash, the Guardia Civil also recovered a crucifix and four religious statues. Investigators are now valuing these and verifying whether they were stolen or possibly used to camouflage drugs. Two of the three Spanish men arrested have been remanded, while another Spaniard and a 52-year-old British woman were released with charges. An investigation was launched in August after the Guardia Civil detected “a worrying increase” in cocaine use.

Time for a facelift FIFTY years after it first linked the centre of Benidorm with the Rincon de Loix, the Avenida del Mediterraneo is to be remodelled. The town hall is putting the finishing touches to the specifications for drafting the revamp, which will include the Plaza

Triangular and side roads that connect the Avenida with the seafront. Companies bidding for the tender will be expected to have carried out a recent urban project with a budget equalling the town hall’s proposed six million euros outlay.

“Owing to the project’s characteristics and bid specifications the tender will attract international firms that are technically and economically sound,” said Benidorm’s Jose Ramon Gonzalez de Zarate. If all goes according to plan, work should begin in late 2017.

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On the safe side and infringements by 2 per cent since the last meeting, Tent announced.

By Linda Hall SAFETY measures for Alfaz del Pi’s forthcoming fiestas were a principal topic for discussion at the latest meeting of the Local Public Safety Committee. As usual it was attended by representatives from the Local Police, National Police, and the Guardia Civil, together with Alfaz’s Mayor Vicente Arques and Public Safety councillor Genoveva Tent. Also present was the national government’s sub-delegate to Alicante Province. Once the fiestas measures were organised and agreed, the meeting turned to local crime figures, which continue to fall. The crime rate had dropped by 8 per cent

The crime rate had dropped by 8 per cent and infringements by 2 per cent since the last meeting. These results were made possible thanks to the efforts of all the forces that served the town, she said. Tent also drew attention to the collaboration between the Guardia Civil and Local Police who meet each month to coordinate their activities.

Check it with a click DETAILS of everything taking place in Alfaz and Albir are now available with the click of a mouse or a tap on a screen. It is a ll the re on the www.lalfas.es website so that residents and visitors can see at a glance what is

going on. The town hall hopes the innovation will encourage everyone to take part in the l ocal event s, t hat r ange from concerts, to literary di scussi ons, t o char i t y fundraisers. Users can consult the

programme either via date or theme, explained New Technologies councillor Toni Such. Whichever they choose they will receive full details of where and when each event is taking place, he said.

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Mandarin crisis a bitter pill to swallow By Sam Croft MILLIONS of kilos of mandarin oranges are at risk of going to waste in Valencia. The fruit is being left to rot in the countryside, largely because vendors are unable to turn a profit due to low market prices. For this reason, only the

ripest, juiciest mandarins are being selected by vendors and producers alike, and the left-over fruits are being left to wither on the trees. Some strains of the fruit are now being bought for only 10 cents per kilo, which is a disastrous price for the producers and doesn’t even cover the costs of irrigation and

maintenance. Farmers raising newer varieties of the fruit are also having an increasingly difficult time, as the stiff competition means that vendors are unlikely to shell out for an unproven product, instead relying on the tried and tested ones from previous years.

Planning for the future TWO out of three citizens in Valencia, 69 per cent, plan to retire at 65 or before, but in contrast, only 21 per cent are saving towards their retirement. This compares to the 27 per cent nationally, according to a study ‘Preparation for Retirement 2016’ by insurance company Aegon who questioned workers in 15 countries. The report concluded that Valencians ‘re-

mained optimistic’ regarding the age at which they wanted to stop work despite the lack of planning.” With just 21 per cent saving regularly towards their retirement, many still expect to be able to quit work before or by, the age of 65. According to the research Japan, Spain, and Hungary are the countries where workers are least aware of the need to plan for retirement.

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‘Killer clown’ fad causing distress By Linda Hall IMITATING trends in the US, the UK, and Germany, people wearing so-called ‘killer clown’ masks have been frightening a number of the elderly and young in Paterna (Valencia). The Local Police have received numerous calls, alerting them to the ‘intimidating presence’ of the clowns in several areas where callers complained they have been frightening passers-by. After several of these sightings, the town hall called for calm and the Local Police has issued guidelines on how to cope when confronted with one of the clowns. “Remain calm, use your common sense, and don’t argue with them,” the police said. They have also called on people to give police details of the location but without revealing too much to other people “which could produce social alarm.” The town hall said sightings will inevitably increase as the spread of the craze in Spain coincides with ‘imported Halloween’ celebrations and All Saints’ Day on November 1. Public Safety councillor Nuria Campos

called for “respect and prudence,” saying she and the police wanted to prevent and avoid confrontation between the followers and critics of the craze. “What is amusing for some can be a nightmare for others,” Campos said.

CLOWNS: Not funny to some people.

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Devil’s Breath growing wild By Linda Hall SCOPOLAMINE, the plant commonly known as burundanga, has been found on municipal land in Bellreguard, near Gandia. It was spotted in an area adjoining the municipal warehouse which is much frequented by the public, the plant had apparently been there for weeks, according to reports. Known as Devil’s Breath it

SCOPOLAMINE: Drug-producing plant grows easily.

produces a drug that is said to over-ride the will of anyone taking it, they can then become submissive to the orders of others, according to a number of widely publicised incidents. The drug also causes sleepiness and memory loss, properties which have led to it becoming associated with the actions of sex offenders and other criminals. It is unclear whether the burundanga appeared sponta-

neously or was deliberately planted, but it is not the first time it has been found in the town. Opposition councillor and former mayor Jaume Asco, claimed that on several occasions it was discovered on the same plot when he headed the town hall. On each occasion the council acted rapidly to remove it as children play there year round. Health councillor Dora

Salavert hastened to reassure the public that the burundanga has been removed. “This species sometimes appears in different parts of the town and is immediately elimi-

nated, although not on this occasion,” she said. “It is not clear whether the plant is burundanga, but it is regarded as a weed and is always removed.”

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Pupils have their say PUPILS at Altea’s state primary schools were asked to rename the municipal nursery school, known as ‘La Escoleta,’ now it has been integrated into the regional government’s Nursery School Network. Each of the town’s five state primaries was invited to submit two names and a logo. A jury of representatives from each political party on the council, the Miguel Hernandez University Fine Arts School and the heads of Altea’s Institutos and Adult Education School voted for L’Olla’s suggestion of Mini-Mon.

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Actors take a bow CLASS ACT: Some of the young pupils from the theatre school. CLASSES have recommenced at Teulada’s Theatre School. This year ’s 66 pupils are split into groups for children, older children and adults and the different sessions take place at the Function Room in Teulada Town Hall from 5pm until 9.30pm. The Theatre School was created so

that the Teulada-Moraira’s residents of different ages can take part in a group project that also promotes artistic expression, explained youth councillor Daniel Ibanco. Further ahead on December 3 the fourth e dition o f t he Ar ea Theat r e Meeting will be held at Espai La Seni-

eta where workshops on movement, voice technique and improvisation will be on offer. More information is available at the Centro de Informacion Juvenil, on 96 574 01 58 extension (1804) and mobile 608 24 33 26 or by em ai l i ng j uven tud@teuladamoraira.org

Factory machine worker injured in the workplace A 49-YEAR-OLD factory worker was injured in Alcoy on Monday October 24 after getting his arm caught in a machine. The incident occurred in the early afternoon in a textile factory in the area of Moli Roig de Banyeres, and resulted in a deep cut and a fracture to the man’s forearm. The alarm was raised immediately and a huge mobilisation

of emergency workers was sent to the factory, along with Local Police and Guardia Civil officers. After being attended to, the man was taken to the Virgen de los Liros Hospital in Alcoy. An investigation will now be carried out to establish why the accident occurred.

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Helping to allay concerns THE British Consul, Sarah-Jane Morris, will visit Javea in November for a town hall meeting focusing on Brexit. There are a multitude of questions that need answers and Ms

Wine industry beckons to investors THE province’s wine industry is beckoning to foreign investors. “Alicante wine is highly recognisable thanks to wellknown family firms like Enrique Mendoza in Alfaz d e l P i , a n d Vo l v e r f r o m Pinoso,” explained Miguel Angel Navarro, chairman of the province’s Denomination of Origin Regulatory Council. There has been a noticeable leap in requests for information from foreign and Spanish investors, he said. They are keen to put money into existing bodegas or create new concerns and are asking the council to detail the steps for complying with ‘DO’ regulations. Operations in recent months include the new Bodegas Monovar, following the purchase of Bodegas Salvadaor Poveda by MGWine, the group that belongs to Alicante businessman Luis Miñano. Citing ‘confidentiality reasons,’ Navarro declined to name the funds or private investors currently showing an interest in Alicante wine. “Negotiations are under way and some are on the point of concluding,” he said, “They should culminate in important multi-million operations in coming months.” “This year’s wine will be an added inducement to put money into the province’s bodegas,” Navarro added. “The quality is extraordinary, with the potent perfume of small grapes and a very good colour.”

Morris and other speakers will pass on all available information at the Portal de Clot function room on November 3 at 1pm. Currency, the validity of passports and driving licences, death

duties and, above all, healthcare are the principal causes for worry amongst British expatriates. This last issue will be dealt with by Martyn Standing, a member of the consulate’s healthcare team,

and Ms Morris will be accompanied by lawyers Jonathan Lambert and Jaime Sendra Galan. Javea’s Mayor Jose Chulvi will be present at the meeting, as well as Foreign Residents’ Doris Cour-

celles who pointed out that Spanish residents were equally welcome at the meeting. They also have concerns and doubts, Courcelles said, especially those hoping to work in the UK.

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Justice to finally be given out By Linda Hall THE seven people linked to the murder of Alejandro Ponsoda finally turned up at court after two unsuccessful summonses. All were required to be present to hear the Public Prosecution’s charges against them as well as those of the private accusation brought by the victim’s family. Alejandro Ponsoda, then mayor of Polop, was gunned down at his Chirles home in October 2007, he died of his wounds eight days later in hospital. He was succeeded as Polop mayor by Juan Cano, one of the seven men charged with planning or carrying out the shooting. Their defence lawyers called for the case to be shelved, citing inconsistencies in the declarations of a protected witness. The judge must now decide whether to pass on the case to the Provincial High Court in Alicante for a trial by jury or to close the case.

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Lessons from the past STUDENTS from the Alcoy campus of Valencia’s Polytechnic University recently visited Muchamiel’s ancient network of dams and canals. The Engineering students are preparing an end of course project on hydraulic infrastructure between the 16th and 18th century and were able to inspect the network in detail. Explanations and information were on hand from Juan Francisco Pico, assistant director of the Aula Riu Sec, an entity created by the Polytechnic and Muchamiel Town Hall. Its principal aim is to conserve and make better known the irrigation system that has played such an important part in the town’s history. The Riu Sec programme also encourages academic participation with collaboration for degree courses ranging from civil engineering to design. It hopes eventually to create an informal museum or

MUCHAMIEL: Irrigation system has withstood the test of time. interpretative centre located in the Pantanet building. The Fontetes dam, which Muchamiel Town Hall hopes to restore with help from the regional government, is an-

other possibility. This will provide a base for scientific debate that brings teachers and students to the town to examine the hydraulic system that dates from the

12th century. The interpretive centre would also assist in drawing attention to Alicante Province’s serious water deficit, the Aula Riu Sec said.

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More young girls are receiving protection AN increase in the take-up of the vaccine against papillomavirus (HPV) has been noted with 80 per cent of youngsters able to be immunised and having the jab in the province. In 2010 only 58 per cent of adolescents received it after two girls in Valencia suffered seizures in 2008 following the vaccine. However confidence in the vaccine has increased in recent years. In the province of Alicante, the area where most children have been immunised is Elche-Crevillent, where the vaccination rate exceeds 85 per cent. Torrevieja health department has the lowest rate with 59.7 per cent of girls called forward to have the vaccination actually then having it. Paediatricians and gynaecologists have always maintained a consensus on recommending

HPV VACCINES: On the increase in Alicante Province. the vaccine for the health of an adolescent as it can help “prevent cervical cancer, which has been increasing,” said paediatrician Antonio Redondo. Apart from the initial alarms, Redondo said, “we have not been hearing more cases of adverse effects related

to HPV vaccines.” The vaccines were introduced eight years ago but it is still too early to receive data on the impact this protection is having on the annual number of cases of cervical cancer. Experts want the vaccination rates to be above 90 per

cent to have a significant impact. Human papillomavirus (HPVO) is a sexually transmitted infection that often causes no symptoms but can lead to cervical cancer. Vaccination is the safest and most effective way of preventing the infection.

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ALFAZ DEL PI / ALBIR Wanted Briton arrested just hours after appeal made By Matt Ford NO sooner had the UK National Crime Agency (NCA), and UK charity Crimestoppers listed 10 more wanted British fugitives thought to be lurking in Spain on Thursday, October 20, than the National Police rounded up one of those previously on the register in Alfaz del Pi, Alicante. The 40-year-old male suspect, whose initials are LW, is wanted for drug trafficking and other violations, and faces a 10-year jail sentence if convicted.

Town given award for recycling ALFAZ DEL PI has received a prestigious award for recycling success from the group which handles the trade for the whole of Spain. The ‘Green Igloo’ award was awarded for the town’s success in recycling 8 per cent more glass than in 2015. The accolade is from the non-profit making group Ecovidrio which this summer launched a massive campaign in 59 coastal resorts. There is a glass recycling point for every 166 residents in Alfaz and Albir, and during the summer months they deposited 155,680 tons. According to Ecovidrio figures, the town’s total for last year reached 739,700 tons, averaging 34.1 kilos per person. “The Green Igloo is recognition of the commitment of both residents and the hospitality trade to recycling and sustainability,” said Alfaz councillor Oscar Perez, who is responsible for local streets and rubbish collection.

He originally hails from Hemel Hempstead but has been living in Alfaz del Pi after moving there from the Costa del Sol. His arrest under a European Arrest and Delivery Warrant follows a year long police investigation within the ‘Operation Captura,’ which aims to locate criminals lying low in Spain. The NCA has revealed that out of the 86 cases publicised, 76 fugitives have been arrested. The operation which involves extensive co-operation between British and Spanish law enforce-

ment agencies has now been going 10 years. The NCA revealed a second

man on the list was picked up in Fuengirola late on Friday October 21.

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By By Linda Hall CIVIL PROTECTION in Teulada-Moraira have a new station wagon and soon hope to acquire a water-tank trailer. The town hall is currently studying a change of headquarters for the group, the Spanish equivalent of Civil Defence, so that volunteers can carry out their assignments in better conditions. Between January 1 and October 10, Teulada-Moraira’s Civil Protection branch was

called out on more than 1,000 occasions. Of these, 520 were medical emergencies requested by the Local Police, the Emergency Information, the CICU Emergency and Coordination Centre or the Teulada and Moraira health centres, most of the patients helped by Civil Protection were aged between 81 and 100 years of age. The local group has more than 60 volunteers, of whom 75 per cent attend to medical emergencies while the remain-

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Better conditions for local volunteer group der deal with public safety. The Teulada-Moraira volunteers, who are attend local fireworks displays and assist in sea rescues, played an important part in the ‘Advanced Command Post,’ the operation to extinguish the Javea and Benitachell fires in September. For more information, email proteccioncivil@teu ladamoraira.org.

NEW SUV: Another vehicle for Civil Protection.

You don’t have to spend Christmas on your own UNTIL November 4, Teulada-Moraira residents over the age of 65 who have to spend Christmas on their own, can register and participate in the campaign ‘No estés solo en Navidad’. The programme is being promoted by the welfare centre of the Valencian Community and invites elderly people living by themselves to spend Christmas at the hotel Oropesa del Mar, from December 23 to December 27. The offer includes board and lodging, transportation to the hotel, a special Christmas Eve dinner and typical Christmas lunch, also included are an animation programme, culture and sports activities, games, dancing, and health and physical education lectures. Applicants must be residents of the Valencian Community, older than 65 or a pensioner due to being disabled, or widowed aged 60 or older. You can register at the ‘SIT’ in Moraira.

Educational walk M O N T H LY c o u n t r y s i d e walks have recommenced in Teulada-Moraira and will continue until next June. The walks for a minimum of five people and a maximum of 20, are free and aimed at offering residents and visitors the chance to discover and

learn about the local landscape with explanations in English and Spanish. The November walk will take in the L’Horta watercourse and the Bancal Roig Riu Rau building where local grapes were processed in the past. There will also be a talk

and demonstration of the area’s traditional plants and herbs. Dates and times are detailed on the www.turismo teuladamoraira.com web page, participants can sign up at the tourist office or online at teulada@turismo teuladamoraira.com

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Golfers donate to a very deserving cause THE Charity Shop of Calpe recently received a generous donation of €1,200 from the Marina Alta Golf Society. The society captain, David Reid, presented the cheque to John Bridge, who is president of the shop. John said that he was “delighted by the generosity of the society and its members, and extremely grateful to receive the donation.” The society has around 50 members and raises funds for charities through various social activities, as well as at its regular golf days. The members play every Monday at Oliva Nova, if you are interested in joining please

David Reid, Marina Alta Golf Society captain, with the cheque, along with representatives of the society and the Charity Shop of Calpe. contact Dave at reids11@hot mail.com. If you would like to volun-

teer pop in to the shop at Galerias Mar Azul, Avda Gabriel Miró, Calpe.

Cheques given to heroes THE Javea School of Bridge and Social Club raised €1,650 in donations from members for the ISVH Bomberos, following a suggestion from Sandra Benson after the horrendous fires last month. Richard Murgatroyd, evacuated at the time, suggested also including the Javea Cruz Roja. Last Monday, president Royston Bond presented a cheque for €1,100 to the firefighters and €550 to the Red Cross. Five club members suffered the loss of their gardens, while a number of others were evacuated as a precaution, they all thank these ‘Heroes of Javea.’ Two cheques presented, one to the ISVH Bomberos and the other to the Red Cross.

Three fairs for Christmas BE sure not to miss the ‘Early Bird Christmas Gift Fair ’ which takes place on Sunday, October 30, at Salones Carrasco, Javea. It is followed by the second fair at the same venue on Sunday, November 20. Santa will be at both to kick off your Christmas cheer, from 11am to 5pm. The ultimate ‘Christmas Gift Fair’ will be at its new venue, the Centro Ecuestre, Oliva Nova, on Saturday and Sunday, November 26 and 27, all in aid of the Children of Emaus. Organiser Lesley Clark said

“If you are shopping for grandchildren, we don’t need to tell you that technology plays a huge part in their lives in this day and age. We are pleased to once again have Heidi and the team from PCHighway, based in Javea, supporting us by selling a range of latest technologies and affordable stocking fillers. They have new and used laptops as well as accessories for laptops, PCs and tablets, printer inks etc. Our friends at Euro Bazar have been selling stationery and other items for 14 years and are at all three Christmas

fairs with their selection of cards, wrapping, and decorations, they will also be offering Christmas cards/packs, as well as Christmas gifts and novelties, along with English named toiletry sets.” So, cakes and marzipan, curry spices, products made from coconut, whisky marmalade, earrings, teddy bears and leather goods, such a grand variety! Go along and see! There are very few stalls left for sellers but all must go! So if you are interested, please contact Lesley by email at les leyclarkjavea@gmail.com.

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TEN of the most wanted British fugitives believed to be hiding in Spain’s expatriate communities were revealed in an appeal by the National Crime Agency (NCA), and the independent UK crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers. The 10 are wanted by law enforcement agencies in connection with crimes including murder, child sexual exploitation, drug trafficking, fraud, money laundering, and assault. Within hours of the list going live one of the 10 was picked

up, followed a day later by a second man. Steve Reynolds, Head of International Operations for the NCA, said, “Many of them use Spain as a base to continue illegal activities which still have an impact on the UK, but it is not a safe haven.” Mr Reynolds praised the “exceptional level of collaboration and intelligence sharing we have with the Spanish authorities,” saying this had been vital to a number of arrests over the last 10 years of ‘Operation Cap-

tura’ which aims to track down criminals hiding in Spain. “We need the support of the public to help us catch them. Be our eyes and ears and tell us if you have any information on the whereabouts of our targets.” Simon Manley, British Ambassador to Spain said, “Captura is one of the best examples of the collaboration between Spanish and British law enforcement. Our objective is for this collaboration to continue and strengthen in the coming years.”

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Clinton backing SWEDEN: According to a survey, the majority of Sweden’s Riksdag MPs are hoping to see Hillary Clinton win the US presidential election. Of the 234 MPs questioned, 27 were not keen on Clinton or Donald Trump.

Lucky escape A SCARED eight-year-old boy leapt from a balcony in his home after opening the door to a man dressed as a scary clown. The youngster was not harmed but his mother said he is scared every evening.

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Child refugee doubts MORE ‘child’ refugees are on their way to Britain from Calais’ refugee camps amid questions over the ages of the refugees. One migrant was rated by facial recognition software as having the features of a 38-year-old.

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BRITISH PRESS CHILD REFUGEES: Questions have arisen over ages.

A WOMAN is on trial for stabbing her boyfriend in the heart with a steak knife then waiting 45 minutes before calling an ambulance. The 23-yearold denies murder, claiming she acted in self defence.

tish coast, marine engineers believe they may have found the 148ft wreck of a German U-boat. Legend has it that the ship was sunk by the Loch Ness monster after the captain reported a sea monster attack.

Christmas chaos PASSENGERS face Christmas travel chaos as baggage carrier firm Aviator has pulled out of Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham and Newcastle airport, affecting 1,700 workers.

Nessie attack? ALMOST a century after a boat vanished off the Scot-

PRESS Clowns not funny THREE m en wear i ng clown masks have raided a pi zza shop i n Pot sdam threatening employees. The recent ‘clown craze’ has taken a violent turn in recent weeks, wi t h som e cl owns now being armed.

Extremist shooting DURING a police raid in Bavar i a, a r i ght - wi ng extremist opened fire during a pol i ce r ai d on hi s hom e, leaving four officers injured, two of them seriously.

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More skills SWEDEN has overtaken the USA as the country most in need of skilled workers, according to a global survey. Sweden’s high score showed companies are crying out for more highly skilled workers.

A LUFTHANSA pl ane made an emergency landing in Canada as the pilot spott ed sm oke i n t he cockpi t . The pl ane was headed t o Florida from Frankfurt but passenger s had t o m ake a detour to Newfoundland airport.

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DENMARK: The Crown Prince and Princess have appeared on a stamp dressed in traditional national costumes of Greenland, honouring the autonomous country within the Danish Realm.

FEMALE workers in Germany will effectively not be getting paid for the rest of the year, given the country’s gender pay gap of wom en earning around 21.6 per cent less than men.

Discount catch DENMARK: A hotel near to where 80,000 rainbow trout were accidentally released into Danish waters is offering discounts to anglers willing to come and catch the fish.

Bomb threats DENMARK: Police arrested a 28-year-old man they suspected of making bomb threats which shut down two airports, two shopping centres, two hospitals and a university.

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JAIL SENTENCE: The man’s conviction was quashed last year.

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A DUTCHMAN who spent 12 years in a Spanish jail wrongly convicted of rape has accused the Dutch government of not doing enough to help his release. His conviction was quashed last year after DNA evidence identified a British man as the attacker.

will be forced to limit student numbers on more courses unless additional funding is found. They need a structural €450 million extra in funding to meet demand.

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for leaking confidential information to criminals is also suspected of two attempted murders. The 50-year-old is currently in custody.

Less attractive TOBACCO companies are to be banned from adding decorative elements to their packaging and references to themes such as football or King’s Day in a bid to make smoking less attractive.

A GERMAN court ruled that a child’s right to know about their family ancestry was more important than a sperm donor’s right to privacy.

Happy state DURING a survey, Germans on average rated their general life satisfaction at 7.11 - the highest level since 2010. Overall people living in west Germany tended to be happier.

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Asia’s largest fraud to date By John Smith ONE of the largest frauds to ever take place in Asia, allegedly committed by Malaysian state fund 1MDB has now led to enquiries by the Justice Department of the USA into the Leonardo de Caprio Foundation and the backers of the hit movie The Wolf of Wall Street. Whilst there is no suggestion that the actor is involved in any impropriety, it is possible that some of the misappropriat-

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$3.5 billion (€3.19 billion) is the amount believed to have disappeared from the 1MDB fund.

ed funds may have been donated to the Foundation and if that is the case, then it has been agreed they will be refunded. In addition, one of those accused of using the funds for personal gains for himself and his family has been identified as current Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak, whose stepson Riza Aziz owns Red Granite Pictures which produced the movie under question and is named in a federal suit.

Heathrow is the right choice to help make Britain stronger and fairer for everyone… it is time to get on with it John Holland-Kaye, Chief Executive of Spanish owned Heathrow Airport on third runway.

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SIESTA TIME: Watch a numbingly boring clip.

Napflix to help you sleep EVEN though the interim national government and some local councils are considering changing working hours in order to eliminate the siesta, there is still a need now to consider how to get to sleep quickly in order to gain the best rest from the break in the day. A pair of friends from Barcelona, Victor de Tena and Francesc Bonet, have come up with the ideal online solution by creating Napflix which collects some of the most mind numbingly boring clips and programmes from YouTube with the intention that after a few minutes watching, you can’t help but feel drowsy. They are a cheeky pair, as

their logo imitates that of Netflix and one of the clips they have included shows a cricket match which, to a Spanish viewer, is bound to be completely incomprehensible. There is quite a range of different programming running from sport (and the most recent England football matches could qualify), to lectures on Einstein, a chicken being cooked on a spit, really dire movies, classic opera (provided you keep the sound low) and a thrilling chess game. All in all an interesting concept which may not earn them any money but will give the pair plenty of free publicity!

APPEARING before the Treasury Select Committee, Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond explained that workers with high levels of skill are unlikely to be included in any future government plans to restrict immigration. He said the public saw no reason to introduce controls for ‘computer programmers, brain surgeons, bankers’ and future restrictions would likely be aimed at those who would compete for unskilled or entry level jobs.

On the move WHILST attending a seminar in London where corporate investors were being encouraged to put money into Spanish companies and funds, the Spanish Secretary of State for the Economy Iñigo Fernández de Mesa criticised Britain for leaving the EU and made it clear Spain may resist any proposal for a ‘soft exit’ as that might encourage a general dissolution of the Union. He explained if Britain did not agree to allow free entry of European workers, then no concessions would be made and some European agencies based in London could be moved to Spain.

Saudi improving its finances FOR so many decades the envy of the West, Saudi Arabia has been financially devastated by the sudden and unexpected drop in the wholesale price of oil which has left its public finances in a parlous state with a budget deficit approaching 10 per cent of GDP.

£10.9 billion (€12.2 billion) is the amount estimated to have been lost due to online fraud and identity theft in the UK during the past 12 months.

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Although the doyen of what is considered to be relatively strict interpretation of the Koran and Islamic law, the government has managed to move into the 21st century by launching its first sale within the global bond market and raised a record $17.5 billion (€15.95 billion) for a debut bond.

Whilst the fund itself was initially well received, it was in 2015 that fears began to arise with regards to the activities of the fund when it defaulted on interest payments of $11 billion (€10 billion). The situation is very worrying for the people of Malaysia as it appears their president is not only able to do as he wishes with the Fund but is also able to ignore the accusations and carry on governing the country with what is becoming something of an iron fist.

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The Spinal Trap THE actor who plays Mr Burns in the Simpsons, Harry Shearer is to sue French entertainment group Vivendi for $125 million (€114 million) in respect of ‘withheld’ profits from the iconic film spoof ‘rockumentary,’ This is Spinal Tap. According to the 72-year-old actor, joint income from merchandising for the 22-year period from 1984 to 2006 was just $81 (€74). He made it clear whilst others had made a lot of money from the story of the misfortunes of a British rock band, the creators made very little, which happened to many bands in the past.

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By John Smith TO add to the worries that the Italians have concerning Brexit hitting the Prosecco market in the UK, alerts have now been received that there may be a shortage of wine as 2016 has been a bad year for production in both France and South America due to extremely poor weather. It’s not all bad news however as Antipodean and

2017 may see a difficulty in finding real bargains or wines from small vineyards. North American outputs are set to rise and in Europe Italy actually hasn’t had a bad harvest and will be the continent’s largest producer. The big losers are Argentina with a 35 per cent drop, Brazil with a 50 per cent drop whilst Chile sees a reduction of 21 per cent. France which was hit by frost and hail stones will see production down by 12 per cent and South Africa will be down by 19 per cent. With the poor state of sterling and the drop in production, it could well be that prices of wines going into the UK will rise, but it is said that there are millions of bottles of quite palatable wine in stor-

age in former Russian republics such as Moldova and they may take advantage of any shortfall to try to break into the UK market. In the meantime, there are huge variations in the cost of wine across Europe with Italy being particularly expensive for the local imbiber and Spain continuing to see reasonable ‘plonk’ retailing at just over €1 for a bottle whilst better wine is still quite inexpensive when compared to many of its neighbours. What is also quite interesting in Spain is the fact that few supermarkets stock anything other than Spanish wines, but those that do, often discount them heavily when compared to prices for example in the UK, whilst prices in neighbouring Gibraltar are significantly more expensive except when supermarkets like Morrisons make special offers. There is not going to be a world shortage of wine but it may just be a little more difficult to find real bargains or wines from small vineyards during 2017 but with the huge world production, it should be relatively simple to find a replacement wine even if your favourite isn’t available. The top five wine producers in descending order for the past five years have been Italy, France, Spain, USA and Argentina but with the problems encountered in Argentina, it is just possible that Australia will leap frog the two South American countries ahead of it to snatch fifth place.

MOLDOVA: The world’s largest wine cellar may take advantage of shortfall.

Justice may be blind WHILST a great deal has quite understandably been made of the amount of alleged corruption within Spanish politics and business (which often go hand in hand), not a great deal has been made of the problems which have emerged recently in the UK and arguably, there is an element of ‘let he who is without sin cast the first stone.’ In a single week, we have seen the announcement that three former Tesco executives will stand trial in September of next year in relation to the £326 million (€365 million) accounting ‘error’ at Britain’s largest supermarket chain and each of them could face up to 10 years in jail if convicted. In this case, their boss who resigned has been cleared of impropriety and no member of the board nor the external auditors have been charged, so we must wait for the trial for the world to discover what made these three men act in this manner when there appears to have

been no obvious financial benefit to them. At the same time, house builder Barratt Developments’ regional managing director in London has been arrested following the possibility of misconduct by him and a former colleague. In this case, the police became involved following an internal investigation by the company into possible improper placing of contracts. Directors of banks such as HSBC and Barclays have walked away without a blemish on their characters whilst their banks have been fined millions of dollars for improper trading and it is suggested that all of the major banks continue to undertake questionable practices until each is spotted and then they move on to the next ‘inventive’ scheme. The one boss who appears to have been singled out for some form of harsh treatment is Sir (or possibly Mr) Philip Green for his actions which effectively

led to the closure of BHS whilst he walked away without any clear financial liability. The whole matter of Sir Philip Green was discussed and voted upon in Parliament as part of a crusade undertaken by veteran MP Frank Field who is the chairman of the Work and Pension committee and amongst other soubriquets, the fashion magnate was called a “billionaire spiv” and was likened to both Napoleon and Robert Maxwell. The entrepreneur did remind MPs generally that he runs a British company that pays taxes and employs 22,000 people in the Arcadia Group, but that doesn’t help the 20,000 BHS pensioners who could well see their pensions be cut to the bone.

Greed or corruption exist in every level of society throughout the world and whilst Spain may be a little more transparent, there are those who will take advantage of any opportunity, legal or illegal that they can find.

LADY JUSTICE: Greed or corruption exist in every level of society throughout the world.

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MOBILE ATM: There are some 700 million debit cards in circulation in India. By John Smith INDIAN banks are worried that more than three million debit cards are vulnerable to fraudulent use and have contacted customers encouraging them to either change their access codes or apply for a new safer card. Considering the size of the population of India and the fact that there are some 700 million debit cards in circulation in that country, the percentage of vulnerable users is relatively small, but the amount of money that could be garnered illegally is enormous. India is fast becoming a high tech society although the majority of people still seem to prefer to actually make cash transactions and this announcement is certainly not going to help those who are opposed to cashless payments. It’s hardly surprising that a group of technicians or hackers have managed to infiltrate the security of one or more banks and it is suspected that

India is fast becoming a high tech society, although many people still prefer to make cash transactions. the problem lies within the ATM software which may have been attacked by malware which allows for sums of money to be withdrawn using fake cards. At the time of writing, there are confirmed fraudulent transactions which affect 19 different banks and just 641 customers with some £160,000 (€180,000) withdrawn mainly through machines in China and the USA, but with an average withdrawal of £250 (€280) per card so far, the potential loss could be as high as £750 million (€840 million). The main problem appears to be that although Indian banks have introduced high quality and sophisticated programmes to handle ATM transactions, they don’t appear to

be particularly security conscious and once a programme is installed, it is not necessarily checked for bugs or attacks on a regular basis. The fact that so much of the economy is cash based has meant that the Indian government whilst recognising that the many millions who are poor will always need to keep to a cash based economy, was doing its best to encourage the ever emerging middle class to start using banking services which would cut down the need for the ever-increasing production of currency and would help to make the economy more efficient. The simple fact is that wherever there is an emerging technology, there will almost always be some individual or group smart enough to work out some way of defeating any security. The good news is that once a problem is identified it is normally nullified quite quickly and in most cases, whilst inconvenient and upsetting, the consumer is normally recompensed for any loss.

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I didn’t desert England, it deserted me LEAPY LEE SAYS IT

OTHERS THINK IT DESPITE my 40 or so years living as an expatriate it was always my intention to one day return to England and see my days out in the country I have always loved and admired, perhaps to one day show my children the country of their heritage and take them through areas of my own wonderful memories and experiences. Unfortunately these misplaced yearnings will now never come to pass, you see Mr Philip, who last week accused me of deserting the old country, I didn’t desert England. The England I knew and loved deserted me. My England didn’t have demonstrations of hatred from alien cultures who burnt its flag and shattered its silence with resounding calls to prayer. My England allowed its children to play conkers without wearing goggles, respected po-

CHANGED TIMES: Health and safety has gone mad. licemen (not coppers), particularly those who walked the beat, had quiet town centres that didn’t descend into drunken mini-battlegrounds after dark, had hospitals

with caring staff and doctors, who spoke English and weren’t in fear of their lives from attack in their own emergency rooms. My England enjoyed a good

laugh at the bigotry of Alf Garnett and didn’t get pilloried for having a toy of the wrong colour depicted on a jar of marmalade, had firemen and rescue services who

were not governed by health and safety to the point of lunacy, didn’t hand out money to layabouts and ne’er-do-wells who never had, or ever would get a job. My England didn’t have its Christian citizens criticised and persecuted for their beliefs, didn’t have foreigners flooding uncontrolled into its towns and cities, didn’t have judges who punished pensioners and released murderers back on to the streets under the guise of ‘human rights,’ didn’t have grossly overpaid footballers who fell into orgasms of self-congratulatory adulation after scoring a goal and didn’t stop its children from running in the playground. It was a place where patriotism was admired and something to be proud of and didn’t boast luvvies who demeaned its soldier heroes and brought prosecutions simply because they were protecting us (and them). Need I go on? Keep the Faith Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com

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Spectacular motoring success and unsurpassable experience YOU simply cannot beat experience. Automocion Moll SL have been in the car industry for over 40 years. Last Thursday saw the opening of a second showroom in Gandia on the gorgeous Costa Blanca and EWN were invited along. The impressive new showroom has all the latest technology as well as housing a terrific range of Fiat models, alongside Jeeps and Alfa Romeos. The key to their continued success is due to reinvestment and the numbers speak for themselves. Since 2014 the company has nearly doubled their turnover from €17 million to almost €31 million. Each year they have reinvested nearly €500,000 back into the company which is vital to their expansion. They also put money back into society by supporting sports such as pad-

AUTOMOCION MOLL SL: Reinvesting to expand the company and also investing in the local community. dle and running, while also helping more disadvantaged members of their local community.

Victor Moll, manager of Automocion Moll SL, spoke of the company’s enduring commitment to the environment. They

have invested €100,000 in LED lighting, have a waste centre on site, recycle 40 per cent of water and have sky-

lights that reduce energy consumption. They even have regulated sensors in the central ware-

house, which light only when needed and specialised air conditioning which saves energy. The company employs 65 people and provides fantastic customer service both before and after sales. With workshops on site they are able to help with maintenance of your vehicle with or without an appointment, as well as offering the many other services that ensure that their customers are always satisfied. To find out more about this terrific local dealership, simply pay them a visit on Avenida de Alicante 120, Gandia or call them on 962 965 266. Alternatively you can go to the showroom in Denia at Ctra Ondara-Denia s/n, 966 424 000. You can also see their website at www.comercial moll.es where you can browse through the models and see the offers that they have.

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Sawasdeeka Thai massages THAI massage is a medical discipline and can be considered for treating various ailments and diseases, it is one of the four branches of traditional Thai medicine and has its roots in the Chinese Tui Na massage, Hindu yoga, and Ayurvedic medicine dating back 4,000 years. Thai massage is a therapeutic procedure involving deep massage and stretching, and helps with many problems such as aches and pains, stress and tension, energy blockages and nerve problems, but can also help with circulation as well as relaxing the entire body. Thai massage is different from regular massage as it uses the body’s energy line system, which are known as Senlines, to focuse on muscles and joints including head, fingers and toes. At Sawasdeeka, which means ‘hello’ when said by a woman, the team are all trained at the ‘WATPO Thai Traditional Medical School,’ where thousands of students from around the world go to learn the ancient techniques of traditional Thai medicine and massage and was the first school to be approved by the Thai Ministry of Education. Sawasdeeka has proved so popular over the last five years that Jimmy and his wife have opened another centre where the same authentic massages are on offer, at both of the centres you

LUXURIOUS: One of the individual massage booths available at both centres. will be in beautiful surroundings with several individual massage booths where they provide an atmosphere of total relaxation and harmony. The team at Sawasdeeka offer various treatments and massages, these include traditional Thai massage (Nuad Thai), Thai massage with oil (Nuad Nam Man), Reflexology (Nuad Thao), Ayurvedic massage (India), Hawaiian

massage (Lomi-lomi), Volcanic Hot Stone massage, Thai Herbal Massage (LukPraKob) or a facial massage. All of these are used for different problems but the team will talk you through your requirements and appropriate treatment, which is one of the main reasons to their success and makes them so unique.

Find them at Avenida de Castello, Local 6, Benidorm, on 633 757 173 or Avenida Dr. Orts Llorca, Local 10, (Principado Playa) Benidorm on 965 859 821 or 678 766 570. You can also visit the websites www.sawas deeka.es, www.masajebenidorm.com, or email, sawasdeeka@hotmail.es and reservas@sawas deeka.es to make an appointment.

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Be prepared for an adventure Christina Sharp GLOBELINK INTERNATIONAL christina@globelink.co.uk.

IT looks like practice makes perfect when it comes to holidays, as Brits take an average of 3.2 holidays per year according to ABTA. Tried and tested destinations like Spain and Portugal remain firm favourites, but we are also loving the long haul, with trips to Australia, Cancun, and China all on the up. However, did you know that it is activity and adventure holidays that have seen extraordinary growth in recent years? Whether you are aged 22 or 72, it looks like all ages are seeking the excitement and experience of something new and adventurous. And with autumn providing wonderful weather for wandering, why don’t you try Slovenia? This unspoilt gem has some of

GOING UNDERGROUND: Postojna caves in Slovenia. Europe’s most stunning scenery to explore, offering real diversity for such a small country and a wide range of outdoor activities for all abilities. Go walking, hiking, or biking

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ranean experience, Slovenia boasts some of the world’s most spectacular limestone cave systems at Postojna and Škocjan Caves (UNESCO), where you can see over 25km of under-

ground passages, waterfalls and enormous caverns. Wherever you’re headed and whatever you are doing, go safely with all the essentials, a first aid kit, the right equipment, and a decent travel insurance policy. Unlike many other travel insurance policies, Globelink covers over 80 adventure pursuits as standard, so walking, hiking, climbing, cycling, or rafting, it’s no problem, we will have you covered. It includes 24-hour Medical Assistance Service should you have a medical emergency, as no matter how fit or experienced you are, sometimes the unexpected happens and Globelink will have your back if it does. Globelink provides affordable insurance for people aged up to 84 years of age who live in Spain and the EU. For an instant quote and purchase visit www.glob elink.co.uk or call 0044 1353 699 082, or the Spanish linkline on 966 265 000.

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Brexit or wreckxit? Economically, in addition to the sinking pound there are fears Britain’s economy faces a ‘prolonged period’ of weaker growth as consumer spending slows and business curbs investment.

Nora Johnson

Breaking Views Nora is the author of popular psychological suspense and crime thrillers and a freelance journalist. To comment on any of the issues raised in her column, go to www.euroweeklynews.com/3.0.15/nora-johnson

REMEMBER Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett as newsreaders reading spoof news items at the end of the TWO RONNIES? Seems so long ago, doesn’t it? Those laughs and gags seem to belong to another era. Is this because there’s so much bad news now? Aleppo, Ukraine, Putin, Trump...? Back in the UK things seem no better. The path to hard Brexit Theresa May outlined to such rapturous applause at the recent Conservative party conference seems more like an obstacle course - politically, economically, constitutionally. Politically, flies in the ointment for Mrs May include not only EU chief, Donald Tusk (‘Hard Brexit or no Brexit’) and Scotland’s First Minister (Nicola, Queen of Scots versus St Theresa of Brexit in her demands for Scotland remaining in the EU) but also her own chancellor, Philip Hammond, who’s angling for a ‘softer ’ Brexit in order to keep open some access to the EU.

Better still is the Goldilocks solution to Brexit: neither soft nor hard, but the one that serves the country best.

Constitutionally, surely the most significant obstacle facing Mrs May is the historic case brought in the High Court challenging her right to press the Article 50 button removing statutory rights enjoyed by some UK and EU citizens which, it is argued, can only be done by Parliament. (In that same conference speech, Mrs May accused those behind the case of trying to subvert, kill, delay Brexit - um, Wreckxit?) Worryingly for the Government, the three High Court judges appeared far more sceptical about its case than many expected. Either way, an appeal will go to the Supreme Court. Finally, now that she’s available for a new

contract, perhaps Mary Berry can advise the government how to prevent a hard Brexit having a soggy bottom. B e tte r s till, th e Goldilocks solution to Brexit: neither soft nor hard, but the one tha t s e rve s the c oun t r y best. Or is that too much to ask for? Dear aliens, I think I’ve he a rd e nough of the forthcoming TrumpoBrexalypse. Please invade and take me back with you! N or a J ohns on’s thrillers ‘No Way Back,’ ‘Landscape of Lies,’ ‘Retribution,’ ‘Soul Stealer,’ ‘The De Clerambault C ode ’ (w w w.nor ajohnson.com) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.89;£0.79) and iBookstore. All profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charPHILIP HAMMOND: Angling for a ‘softer’ Brexit. ity.

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Motor insurance – some basic questions answered DRIVING another vehicle: One of the most often asked questions is whether a policyholder can drive another vehicle on their insurance in Spain and the answer is usually no, it is the vehicle that is insured, not the person. In Spain the vehicle is normally insured in the name of the owner and is generally for any driver with a full valid EU licence and the level of cover is not affected by who drives the car, if it is comprehensive for the policyholder, then it is comprehensive for any other driver who is covered under the terms of the policy (there will be some age restrictions, etc and you might have to name the drivers on the proposal form and schedule). There are a few insurers, like Ibex Insurance, that may offer a discounted premium for restricting drivers or apply age limits for certain vehicles.

Know what to do in an emergency. Cover available: Most insurers in Spain will not offer Fully Comprehensive cover for new policies where the car is over 15 years old, although if you have comprehensive cover before the car reaches that age they will normally continue to offer comprehensive for as long as you own that vehicle and maintain that policy.

Therefore, if you are considering changing your insurer but you already have comprehensive insurance and your vehicle is 15 years old or more, consider the implications of having a reduced premium but substantially reduced cover. Most insurers will allow you to include Hire Car cover, protect your No Claims Discount, and include Break-

down & Legal Protection for a small additional premium. You should check this with your broker or insurer. What to do if you have an accident: In the event of an accident, you need to complete a European Accident Statement form together with the other driver, if you do not have one of these documents in your car

you can obtain one from your broker or insurer. Even if the Guardia Civil is called and they are to prepare a police report, you still need to complete the form and both drivers have to sign it for their respective insurers as this is the basis upon which a claim will be submitted and handled, ideally you should take photographs of the incident then look for any witnesses before any vehicle is moved. To discuss your motor insurance requirements in more detail, just call the Ibex office in Quesada on 966 719 951 and speak to Andrea, Carol, or Michele who will be more than happy to help you throughout the term of your policy.

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Smart investors welcome By Matthew Elliott PLACES like Denia, Xabia, Benissa, Javea and of course Benidorm, have long been secret favourites of expatriates in the know, people who understand the value of community and the eternal appeal of the Costa Blanca’s sun-soaked beaches and stunning scenery. Unsurprisingly long-term residents on the northern shores of the Costa Blanca, and those interested in buying property here, are extremely savvy investors. Indeed it comes with the territory, the idyllic towns and villages that adorn the region straddle that perfect balance between modernity and nature that is increasingly hard to find in this modern age. This is what distinguishes the northern Costa Blanca from other regions in Spain, beautiful as they may be. Nestled between the cultural hotspots of Alicante and Valencia, the region maintains its very own individual flair, expressed in some of the world’s best scenery, while being safeguarded from the pendulum swings of urban economies. It is a place which has been secured by stability and anchored by the evergreen fea-

BENIDORM: Long been a favourite.

tures which make it not only an incredible place to live, but also to holiday in, and invest in. So much so that property experts across the country frequently look to the Costa Blanca North as an example for the rest of the nation. It was across such vibrant communities that are found in Javea, Denia and beyond, that

the first signs of a full recovery in the property market were seen. And it is here today that the recovery can be seen in all its glory as investors from Britain to China snap up and sell properties by their thousands. There is a confluence of factors at work today in the Costa Blanca which make it the per-

fect place to invest in property. On the national, and indeed global, level, banks are lending again, construction is booming, post-crisis records are being shattered, and the pound is performing well. A snowball effect has been unleashed but comes with local dynamics and restraints that embrace stability. Local property developers

and estate agents across the northern Costa Blanca are not only among the most intelligent and attuned in the business, they are also the most honest and experienced. The civic nature of the region means that the property people featured in this newspaper have excelled in a region where you simply don’t excel without trust.

Add into the mix the incredible array of modern technology at their disposal, simply not the case in years gone by, and you have a potent property market brimming with potential. As always, and for a long time to come, the northern Costa Blanca truly is the jewel in Europe’s property crown.

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Safe haven Spain flourishing By Matthew Elliott SOME of Spain’s premier property firms and top developers are in attendance at one of the world’s flashiest real estate events. Top national names will be highlighting property investment opportunities in the country to a crowd with an expensive taste at the International Real Estate & Investm e n t Sh o w i n A b u Dhabi from October 27 to 29. “With its unrivalled climate, outstanding quality of life an d f r i e n d l y p e o p le , Spain offers unique investment o p p o r t u n i t i e s a n d long-term value potential for investors from the Middle East,” said event organiser Antoine Georges. A small army of Spanish lawyers are also in attendance to lend invaluable advice to foreign investors on how to make as much money as they can from Spain

and snap up golden visas, whi ch conf er r esi dency r i ght s f or buyer s of €500,000+ properties and their families. Georges described Spain as the only remaining ‘safe haven’ on t he Medi t erranean as an explanation for its ever growing popularity among Mid-East investors. Spai n has em erged strongly from its financial woes and is now performing far better than France, Italy and Gr eece whi ch ar e al l mired in economic or political strife. More than 11,000 key investors from the corporate, institutional and real estate worlds are at the networking event, which boasts 125 exhi bi t or s f r om 25 countries.

ABU DHABI: Mid-East investors are rushing for a piece of Spain.

Vulture funds shot down OVERSEAS investors in Ireland are facing a 20 per cent levy on any money they receive from property funds held in the Republic. Finance minister Michael Noonan announced the plans as his government hopes to crack down on devious private equity firms trying to sidestep basic property taxes. The new Finance Bill from the Fine Gael-led government will go ahead despite ferocious opposition from the usual suspects - international investors, accountants and corporate lawyers. The battle over the so-called ‘vulture funds’ comes as Dublin makes a play for the spoils should London cede its role as European financial hegemon when Brexit finally takes place. There is roughly €2 trillion worth of global assets domiciled in Ireland but only property funds will be targeted by the new legislation.

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Property roundup Showcasing Spain TWO of Spain’s biggest real estate fairs took place last weekend as the domestic property market charges on with ever-growing confidence. Thousands of guests watched dozens of keynote speakers and acclaimed experts give their take on emerging property dynamics at the Barcelona Meeting Point fair held in Montjuic-Fera Square. More than 15 countries were represented at

By Matthew Elliott ONE of Spain’s biggest banks has predicted that home sales will grow by 6.5 per cent in 2017 while prices will increase by 3.5 per cent. The estimate suggests that there will be approaching half a million transactions throughout the year and that prices will soon reach levels last seen in 2004. It would be a more moderate growth than seen so far in 2016 with has seen a 10 per cent rise in transactions. It is easily enough, however, to help catalyse the construction business, which could see almost three times as many licences granted as in 2014 next year. The BBVA research also reckons that the wider Spanish economy will see more modest growth in 2017 due to various global and political uncertainties but mortgages, residential construction and foreign investment are all performing strongly. If house prices do rise by

the fair ’s 20th anniversary which focused largely on the recovery of the Spanish real estate market and a series of ‘all you need to know’ conferences on buying, selling and renting homes. Meanwhile more than 6,000 homes were sold during the SIMA Autumn fair in Madrid which showcased some of the brand new homes constructed across the country in the latest residential boom.

ONWARDS AND UPWARDS: Spanish property continues to shine. around 3.5 per cent next year it will see Spain continue to outperform the Eurozone average. In the second quarter of the year Spain easily bested the Eurozone average although it fell short of matching superb growth in Austria, Latvia, the UK and Hungary. The news marks a far cry from the dark ages of 20082014 when Spain languished at

the bottom of Eurozone rankings. In other Spanish news the cost of home insurance has risen again this month, as it has done every month for more than a decade. The rise of 3.1 per cent in September continues a trend seen since the National Statistics Institute first started recorded the data on a monthly basis in 2002.

BARCELONA: Hosted the Meeting Point fair.

Tips for bathroom improvements John Graham The property expert

NEXT to the kitchen the bathroom is the most popular room to improve and like your modern kitchen, modern designed bathrooms can look fabulous, even if your bathroom is small you can transform it into something special. So here are my top 10 do and don’t safety tips to avoid accidents and help you plan your bathroom improvements. 1. Do, always hire a qualified electrician and plumber to carry out your bathroom improvements. Don’t, forget to decide on your total budget before you start work.

MODERN BATHROOM: Tranform it into something special. 2. Do, measure your bathrooms accurately to ensure everything will fit a n d c o n n e c t t o t h e s e rvices. Don’t, start work until e v e r y t h i n g y o u h a v e o rdered has been delivered and avoid having a long out of action bathroom.

3. Do, lay non-slip flooring, fit a non-slip shower tray, bath and lay only anti-slip floor mats. Don’t, forget to fit safety modern design grab rails next to the shower, bath and toilet. 4. Do, try and save water, southern Spain has a

water shortage so fit a s h o w e r a n d e n e rg y e ff i cient shower head. Don’t, have room for a separate shower and bath, fit a new non-slip bath and shower attachment with a safety glass screen. 5. Do, fit a good quality extractor fan to an outside

wall in your bathrooms for quality air flow, excellent for getting rid of excess moisture and helps prevent mould. D o n ’t f o rg e t t h a t y o u can buy extractors that work on a timer or have motion censors. 6. Do, consider having a heated floor in your bathroom for extra comfort and less air moisture. D o n ’t , f i t a n e l e c t r i c shower unless it is supplied with its own electric circuit direct to the fuse box. 7. Do, fit your bathroom light switch on the outside of the bathroom. Don’t, fit electric sockets in the bathroom less than a minimum of 3m from the bath and shower. Shaver units are fine when fitted high above the washbasin. 8. Do, make sure that all

your electric plugs and light fittings are suitable for the bathroom. D o n ’t , t a k e e l e c t r i c mains powered portable appliances into the bathroom, such as hair dryers, heaters or radios, they are dangerous. 9. Do, make sure that all your fittings are attached securely such as, mirrors, safety grab handles, towel rails etc. Don’t, forget to always keep your bathroom floor, bath or shower tray dry after use and avoid slipping. 10. Do, make sure that your your hot water is preset at a maximum of 120F and have a safety temperature setting on your shower to avoid burns, especially to children. Don’t, allow toys or any loose items to be placed on the bathroom floor, avoid a trip and fall.

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Why do some cyclists believe the rules do not apply to them?

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I LIKE cycling. Cycling is a good way to get around, keep fi t a n d h a v e f u n . Moreover, once you have acquired your treader, it’s cheap to run and does not muck up the environment. But why do some cyclists believe that the rules of the road simply do not apply to them? These are the people who give us all a bad name and seem t o a b a n d o n si mp le common sense the moment they sling a leg over their shiny two-wheeled machine and proceed to be a menace t o m o t o r i s ts , pedestrians and themselves. Hand signals to such individuals are inconsequential; h a n g i n g a l e f t o r a right without warning or even a glance behind them is common practice. A nd wh o , wh e n th e y come to a red traffic light, simply plough on, because

CYCLING RULES: Why do they sometimes pedal along two or three abreast? they arrogantly believe that lights are only in place to discipline motorists. Unless there is more colour blindness in this world than I had imagined. On some major roads there is a cycle and motor cycle lane to the right of

the ma in c a rria ge w a y, where it is an offence for cars, vans or lorries to cross. It is also legal for cyclists (and motorcycles) to undertake you in this lane and if the traffic has slowed down to a crawl for whatever rea-

son, then they are perfectly entitled to whiz past you on the inside. Nothing wrong with that. So why do some cyclists feel it necessary to casually pedal along in the vehicle la ne , s ome time s tw o or thre e a bre a s t, w he n the

traffic is flowing normally and doing their best to be obstructive? But even that’s not good enough for some of these anti-social morons, who prefer to use the pavements when t hey want t o avoi d traffic or simply get around town. And it is always the pedest r i ans who have t o move over, never them. And don’t get me started on t he t i m e, m oney and manpower that Orihuela Town Hall spent recently on painting a long stretch of r oad t hr ough Los Dol ses, m i ni m i si ng t he right of way for cars, but making the whole stretch a cycl i ng pr i or i t y, even t hough t he pr esence of bikes is minimal and cars plentiful. Yet as I write, the overf l owi ng bot t l e bank and r ubbi sh bi ns out si de t he school on that same road, have gone un-emptied for weeks. Someone needs a lesson in priorities.

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The ICC only charges Africans John Smith Random thoughts... THE world has a history of international law courts which are convened thanks to agreements between a range of different countries or the United Nations. Such courts date back to the end of the First World War and perhaps the most famous in the 20th century were the Nuremburg Trials when the victorious allies prosecuted Germans who were considered to be war criminals and there was a similar set of trials in Japan. Since then, the United Nations set up the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia which has seen a number of convictions but until recently the most famous court has been the International Criminal Court (ICC) based in The Hague. This was set up in 2002 to prosecute individuals for the international crimes of genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. There are 124 member states who recognise the court but this excludes much of the Middle East, China and

ARREST DECLINED: President Omar al-Bashir. India and whilst the USA and Russia signed the document, the signatures have never been ratified, so effectively it lacks support from the most important countries in the world. Now it is starting to see resignations from African countries who believe that the Court is biased and its requirements run contrary to the constitutions of many African member states although there is now an enquiry into

Britain’s actions in Iraq which might see charges against former government leaders, but they may well die of old age, before investigations are completed. Employing more than 500 people and with an annual budget in excess of €80 million per year, funded by the member states, the ICC has so far impeached 39 individuals, all from Africa and including Colonel Gadaffi and the

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Four months after Brexit DESPITE the fact that the referendum vote took place in June and resulted in a change of prime minister, now four months later, we are still no nearer to having any idea of what the future will hold. The only thing we can say for sure at the moment is that the pound has lost a considerable amount against both the dollar and the euro and for those individuals living in Spain and relying on pensions from the UK, there has been a marked and immediate reduction in the funds that they have access to live on. The British government appears to be battling on with the concept that all will be alright eventually and that it can regain a semblance of independence from the European Union whilst maintaining access to the free market despite the fact that those European countries who have made comment, are saying that they won’t agree to allow UK access to that market unless their citizens have complete rights to work in Britain. In the meantime Scotland and Northern Ireland appear opposed to any move away from Europe which leaves the concept of a United Kingdom in question and Gibraltar is being used as a negotiating chip by Spain even though, it relies on British goodwill to a great extent because of tourism. Whilst not happy with the situation in Calais, France appeared likely to honour the Le Touquet agreement but now, the UK is already having to accept unaccompanied refugee youngsters into Britain and as the date of exit draws inexorably nearer, so it is likely all candidates for the French presidential election will demand migrants be checked in the UK rather than France.

Presidents of Kenya and Sudan. Following indications from both Namibia and Burundi that those countries were considering resigning from the court, the most high profile African country, South Africa has indicated that it will take steps to leave for one basic reason. Simply, it finds it incompatible with its own laws to be required to arrest and hand over incumbent Heads of State of other countries who are visiting South Africa and it publicly declined to arrest President Omar alBashir of Sudan as such an action would inevitably lead to Regime Change which it contends is unacceptable. The Organisation of African Unity supported the president of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta when he was accused of crimes against humanity arguing that no sitting Head of State should ever be handed over to the court. There is no question that many African leaders act in a manner which is unacceptable in modern society but Now we in hindsight, the actions in Vietnam, want to Central America, Tibet, Iraq, Yemen hear your views. and many other states outside of Africa begs the question as to whether the YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE court is simply a western sop to an - YOUR OPINION ideal which few countries bother to www.euroweeklynews.com subscribe to if it doesn’t suit them.

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Letters blowing off some steam EVERY week I am amazed at some of the letters sent in to your paper and the many grievances about which their authors complain. The vast majority of the complaints are about some Spanish ‘wrong-doing’or other. Cyclists riding on the pavement, bars or restaurants making too much noise, and so on. Do these writers not realise that they are just wasting their time in writing these letters? I am quite sure that the Spanish authorities never read the English papers and most certainly do not bother to read the Letters to the Editor section. However, I do understand that writing and submitting these letters allows one to let off steam and allow some kind of inner peace!! There, I feel so much better now! Anon

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WE wish to commend the Editorial Board and Staff of the EWN. ‘Women in Business’ made such interesting and informative reading. We hope this will be given out in the local schools! An added bonus was to read the sections about Rachel Morley and Margaret Arnup. Hospitality defines Rachel, and Margaret defines the professional woman. We are so blessed to have all the women in the area who add so much to all our lives. Not just the women of the article, but every woman who we rely on. From the helpful women standing on their feet for hours in the shops and supermarkets, the women cooking and nurturing, to the women in charge of our political systems, every woman deserves our equal respect and support every day! With thanks for an excellent newspaper every week. Michael and Peter

You first WE are bombarded every day on television with appeals for money to send to various countries in Africa, for food for starving children. Yes, they are starving. Yes, there are millions. Okay, if we send money, there are questions. Will it actually arrive at the needy place? We don’t know. However, why are we not solving this (genuine) problem at source? There is not enough food, which means that there are too many babies being born to parents who have no means to feed them. Why not have a campaign to vasectomise adult males in these countries once they have fathered two children? (There is precedence, I believe, in China.) There could be incentives. I am sure that a 21-year-old man with two children already could be persuaded to have the simple operation, in return for a cow or 20 chickens. This is not castration. The men would still be able to have and enjoy sex, just not make more and more babies born into starvation. Even the bleeding heart of the ‘civil rights’ movements must see the logic and sense in this approach? John, Javea

Fruits of commerce I WAS shocked to read that bitter oranges are being imported from South Africa. I live in Estepona and there is an

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Oliver and chorizo is good SO far as Spain is concerned ‘Paella’ (the meal, not the dish) originated during the Moorish occupation of Spain - their legacy. Wo r k e r s o n t h e l a n d w o u l d c o o k i t i n t h e fields. It consisted of pork, rabbit, chicken, rice and snails - not a fish or prawn in sight! (presumably the pork was added after the Moors de-

abundance of bitter orange trees all around town. Every year around February I’ve seen the local gardener taking down the oranges. Upon my enquiry what happens to the oranges I was told that they are thrown away! I myself had tried every single source to buy bitter oranges and wasn’t able to get hold of them. As a result for the last few years I have been to the bitter orange trees when they are being harvested and held out my shopping bag with a request that it be filled with bitter oranges for me to make marmalade with. The gardeners were always somewhat amazed, because of course the trees are on the main road, but when I said that all they needed was a quick wash and a scrub and then they were perfect to make marmalade. Surely

parted) They were cooked in the paella (the dish). Since the days of mass tourism it is now largely presented as a seafood dish and should be more correctly named ‘Arroz Mariner.’ No selfrespecting Valenciano would include fish in the original paella! Chorizo? Why not! John, Cadiz

these bitter oranges can be harvested, taken to grocery stores, cleaned and then sold or something can happen to them but not to throw them away and then import bitter oranges from South Africa. Patricia, Estepona

Note from Britain WHY oh why do British people who have emigrated, yes emigrated, to Spain feel they were entitled to vote in the British referendum? The emigrants who have moved to Australia and New Zealand and elsewhere didn’t feel the need to moan, so why should you, just because you are just two and a half

hours away by air. As a previous correspondent wrote in Edition 1631, the pensioners chose to move to Spain. Spain is Spain, a foreign country. It is definitely not Britain with a good climate, and the so called expats ie the emigrants should remember that. They should also be reminded that Spain has plenty of problems of its own, which possibly the Brits are not interested in. Perhaps they should be. Let us who live permanently in Britain enjoy the release from the money grabbing, Brussels crowd, so our government can spend our money on us and not be wasted in Brussels and Strasbourg, just the travelling costs between them add up to millions of euros. What a waste, but not for long, for us. Marian, Gloucester.

ON holiday in Calahonda and just finished reading the article on Red Rum by Tony Matthews. It states that Red Rum was born as a bay gelding - how was this possible? Did he have his ‘cohones’ removed before birth? I think his knowledge of footBALL is better than his horse racing. Horses are usually gelded to keep their mind on racing (and not the opposite sex) or to not snag anything when jumping fences - ouch! Alan (not gelded)

Democracy? BREXIT: so the people have spoken! Well, how about letting the people speak about whether or not they want to pay income tax or whether all drugs should be made legal? I am sure your readers could add a few more subjects that we can’t trust politicians to make decisions upon. Julien

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7:00am 8:50am 10:40am 12:20pm 1:50pm 3:20pm 5:05pm 7:05pm 9:00pm 10:40pm 12:25am 2:15am

Jack Frost Bad News Bears Daddy's Home Idiocracy Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo Vacation The Devil Wears Prada Dumb and Dumber Daddy's Home Vacation Bad Bromance Billy Madison

10:35am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 12:05am

Charmed Hollyoaks Rude(Ish) Tube Coach Trip Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Charmed Charmed The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory How I Met Your Mother Baby Daddy The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Black-Ish The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter The Big Bang Theory

FRIDAY TV

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 9:00am 9:30am 11:30am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 11:15pm 12:15am 12:45am 1:00am

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Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold WWE Main Event Barclays Premier League World The Premier League Years Premier League Legends Premier League Match Pack ATP Tour Uncovered Premier League 100 Club Premier League 100 Club NFL Highlights Cricket Cricket The Premier League Years The Fantasy Football Club Football The Fantasy Football Club Barclays Premier League Preview Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs

Cricket Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Live Tennis - Vienna Cricket Cricket ICC Cricket Cricket Cricket Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs A look back at some of sport's greatest triumphs. Great Sporting Moments Cricket Cricket The verdict from the first day of the second Test between Bangladesh and England at the Shere-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. Cricket

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7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm James Martin: Home Comforts 1:00pm Football Focus 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather 2:15pm Rugby League 5:30pm Final Score 6:10pm Celebrity Mastermind 6:40pm BBC News 6:50pm Regional News 6:55pm Weather 7:00pm Pointless 7:45pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:20pm The National Lottery: Who Dares Wins 10:10pm Casualty 11:00pm BBC News 11:15pm Weather 11:20pm Match of the Day 12:45am Asian Provocateur 1:15am Halloween: Resurrection 2:40am Weather for the Week Ahead 2:45am BBC News

7:35am They Knew What They Wanted 9:00am Mr. & Mrs. Smith 10:30am Coast 11:00am Secret Britain 12:00pm Homes Under the Hammer 1:00pm Great British Menu 2:00pm Great British Menu 3:00pm Vertigo 5:05pm The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice 5:35pm Flog It! 6:30pm National Treasure 8:30pm A Very British Murder with Lucy Worsley 9:30pm Dad's Army 10:00pm Artsnight 10:30pm Imagine... 11:30pm The Harder They Come 1:10am Andrew Marr's Great Scots: The Writers Who Shaped a Nation 2:10am Witchfinder General 3:35am The Curse of Frankenstein 4:55am This is BBC Two

8:00pm Sailors, Ships and Stevedores: The Story of British Docks For generations, Britain's docks in cities like Liverpool, London and Cardiff were our commercial portals to the world but, as Timeshift shows, they were so much more. 9:00pm Incredible Human Journey 10:00pm The Code 11:00pm The Code 12:00am The Kate Bush Story: Running Up That Hill 1:00am Kate Bush at the BBC 2:00am Top of the Pops 2:35am Top of the Pops 3:15am The Kate Bush Story: Running Up That Hill

7:15am Gillette World Sport 7:40am Manchester Half Marathon 8:05am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Frasier 9:30am Frasier 10:00am The Morning Line 11:00am The Big Bang Theory 11:25am The Big Bang Theory 11:50am The Simpsons 12:15pm The Simpsons 12:45pm The Simpsons 1:10pm Sarah Beeny's Four Rooms 2:10pm Channel 4 Racing 4:55pm Formula 1 6:30pm Channel 4 News 7:00pm Formula 1 10:00pm How to Build a Human 11:00pm 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 12:00am Rush 2:20am Catch Me Daddy 3:15am Hollyoaks Omnibus 5:25am Location, Location, Location

7:00am Milkshake! 11:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:35am Mosquito Squadron 1:20pm Police Interceptors 2:15pm Police Interceptors 3:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 4:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 5:15pm Can't Pay Special: Secrets and Lies 6:10pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 7:10pm NCIS 8:05pm NCIS 9:00pm NCIS: New Orleans 9:55pm 5 News 10:00pm Football on 5 11:00pm Football on 5 11:25pm Step Brothers 1:15am Super Casino Feeling lucky? Get the authentic, heartthumping casino experience every night.

7:00am 10:25am 10:30am 11:25am 12:20pm

7:00am Emmerdale Omnibus 9:35am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:05pm Catchphrase 12:50pm You've Been Framed! 1:20pm You've Been Framed! 1:50pm Dragonheart 2:50pm FYI Daily 2:55pm Dragonheart 3:55pm Looney Tunes: Back in Action 4:55pm FYI Daily 5:00pm Looney Tunes: Back in Action 5:45pm Corpse Bride 6:45pm FYI Daily 6:50pm Corpse Bride 7:20pm Twilight 8:20pm FYI Daily 8:25pm Twilight 9:50pm Scorpion 10:50pm The Xtra Factor 11:20pm Celebrity Juice 12:10am Family Guy 12:35am Family Guy 1:05am Family Guy 1:35am American Dad! 2:00am Release the Hounds 2:55am Wild Child 3:55am FYI Daily

7:00am 7:25am 7:50am 8:15am 9:20am 10:25am 11:35am 12:35pm 12:40pm 1:25pm 2:55pm 4:00pm 5:00pm

7:00am 7:55am 8:55am 9:55am 10:55am 11:55am 12:20pm 12:45pm 1:15pm 1:45pm

12:25pm 2:30pm 4:40pm 7:00pm

12:50pm 1:50pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:30pm 6:45pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:50pm 11:55pm 12:15am 2:00am 4:00am 4:50am

CITV ITV News Murder, She Wrote Murder, She Wrote Wild Australia with Ray Mears Judge Rinder ITV News and Weather Cash Trapped Puppy Secrets: The First Six Months Big Stars Little Star Thunderbirds are Go Ninja Warrior UK Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather Tipping Point Meet the Parents The X Factor The Jonathan Ross Show ITV News and Weather Carry on Cowboy Jackpot247 Murder, She Wrote Nightscreen

7:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 12:00am 2:05am 2:55am

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Doctor at Large Doctor at Large Judge Judy Where the Heart is Where the Heart is Wycliffe Carry on Henry FYI Daily Carry on Henry Columbo Rosemary and Thyme Rosemary and Thyme Agatha Christie's Marple Midsomer Murders Doc Martin Lewis Colditz Agatha Christie's Marple ITV3 Nightscreen Text-based information service. Teleshopping Innovative, value-formoney products brought directly to you at home.

6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm

12:00am 1:05am 1:10am 1:50am 2:45am 2:50am 3:35am 3:40am

The Professionals Motorsport UK Bundesliga Motogp Highlights Cash Cowboys Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Darts Coverage of all the latest action from the world of Darts. Fishing Impossible Storage Wars Storage Wars Darts Coverage of all the latest action from the world of Darts. Halloween H2O: 20 Years Later FYI Daily Halloween H2O: 20 Years Later Car Crash Global Hell on Wheels Hell on Wheels Movies Now ITV4 Nightscreen

7:30pm

9:00pm 11:25pm 1:30am

7:40am 9:20am 10:55am 12:55pm 3:00pm 5:15pm 7:00pm 9:00pm 11:15pm 1:00am 3:00am

Spider-Man Spider-Man 2 Spider-Man 3 Doctor Strange: Special Avengers Confidential: Black Widow and Punisher Avengers: Age of Ultron Spider-Man Spider-Man 2

Alien Autopsy Mr Woodcock The Heartbreak Kid Wedding Crashers Spy I-Spy Dumb and Dumber To Spy I-Spy Wedding Crashers Nutty Professor II: The Klumps 3:50am Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny

7:00am 7:25am 7:50am 8:10am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:40pm 12:40am

Animals Unleashed Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother Made in Chelsea Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Black-Ish Black-Ish Black-Ish Black-Ish Black-Ish The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Info not Available The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Info not Available Gogglebox Rude Tube

7:00am Freezer 8:45am The Finest Hours 10:45am The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again 12:45pm Goosebumps 2:35pm The Quiet Hour 4:05pm Grimsby 5:45pm The Danish Girl True-life drama about the remarkable tale of transgender pioneer Lili Elbe 8:00pm Goosebumps All hell breaks loose when the monsters from RL Stine's bestselling books suddenly come to life. 10:00pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again 12:00am Grimsby 1:30am Evolution 3:00am The Quiet Hour 3:30am Closer to the Moon

SATURDAY TV

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 11:00am 12:30pm 4:00pm 6:15pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 11:30pm 12:30am 1:00am 1:30am 2:00am 2:30am 3:00am 3:30am 3:00am 3:30am 4:00am

7:00am 12:55pm 3:00pm 3:15pm 3:30pm 6:00pm 8:15pm 8:30pm 10:45pm

11:00pm 12:00am

12:15am 12:30am 12:45am 1:00am 2:00am 3:00am 3:00am 3:15am 3:30am

Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Barclays Premier League Preview Premier League Legends Game Changers Barclays Premier League Preview The Fantasy Football Club Soccer A.M. Football Gillette Soccer Saturday Football EFL Goals Nissan Game of the Day Nissan Match Choice Football Football Football Football Football Football Football Football Football Football

Cricket Football Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Live Pro 12 Rugby Live Pro 12 Rugby Sporting Triumphs Football La Liga Action from Spain's La Liga. Cricket La Liga Action from Spain's La Liga. Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Cricket Cricket Cricket Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Cricket Day three of the second Test as Bangladesh host England in Dhaka.

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2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm A Tale of Five Temples - The Story of Hinduism in Britain 2:45pm Homes Under the Hammer 3:15pm Escape to the Country 3:55pm Points of View 4:10pm The Great British Bake Off 5:10pm The Great British Bake Off Class of 2015 6:10pm Songs of Praise 6:50pm BBC News 7:05pm Regional News 7:13pm Weather 7:15pm Countryfile 8:15pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:00pm Antiques Roadshow 10:00pm Poldark 11:00pm BBC News 11:20pm Regional News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 2 12:30am The Women's Football Show

7:15am A to Z of TV Gardening 8:15am A to Z of TV Gardening 9:00am Glorious Gardens From Above 9:45am Countryfile 10:45am The Beechgrove Garden 11:15am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:45pm Food and Drink 1:15pm MOTD2 Extra 2:00pm Great British Menu 3:00pm Natural World 4:00pm Heir Hunters 4:50pm Flog It! 5:40pm Frankenweenie 7:00pm Britain's Classroom Heroes 8:00pm Inside Obama's White House 9:00pm Coast Great Guides 10:00pm Operation Goldrush with Dan Snow 11:00pm Nigel Farage Gets His Life Back 11:35pm Mock the Week 12:05am QI XL 12:55am Let Me in

7:00am CITV 10:25am ITV News 10:30am Bear Grylls Survival School 11:00am Peston on Sunday 11:55am Gino's Italian Escape 12:25pm Chopping Block 1:30pm ITV News and Weather 1:40pm The X Factor 3:30pm Midsomer Murders 5:30pm Spotless 6:30pm Tipping Point 7:30pm Local News and Weather 7:45pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm The Chase Celebrity Special 9:00pm The X Factor Results Live 10:00pm Tutunkhamun 11:00pm ITV News and Weather 11:15pm Peston on Sunday 12:15am Aviva Premiership Rugby Highlights 1:10am Jackpot 4:00am Motorsport UK 4:50am Nightscreen

7:00am 7:25am 10:00am 11:50am 2:15pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 5:05pm 5:10pm 5:40pm 6:05pm 7:05pm 7:10pm 7:55pm 8:55pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am 12:30am 1:00am 1:30am 1:55am 2:30am 2:55am 3:20am

You've Been Framed! Emmerdale Omnibus The X Factor Coronation Street Omnibus Catchphrase You've Been Framed! Corpse Bride FYI Daily Corpse Bride Smurfs: The Legend of Smurfy Hollow Hotel Transylvania FYI Daily Hotel Transylvania Red Riding Hood FYI Daily Red Riding Hood The Xtra Factor Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy American Dad! American Dad! American Dad! The Cleveland Show The Cleveland Show Teleshopping

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8:00pm Canals: The Making of a Nation Liz McIvor tells the story of the people who operated the canal boats, carrying fuel and goods around the country. 8:30pm Books That Made Britain East Anglia - The Scene of the Crime. 9:00pm Frankenstein From the Royal Ballet 11:15pm Annabel's Nightclub: A String of Naked Lightbulbs 12:15am BBC: The Secret Files 1:15am Fatal Experiments: The Downfall of a Supersurgeon 2:15am Fatal Experiments: The Downfall of a Supersurgeon 3:15am Fatal Experiments: The Downfall of a Supersurgeon 4:15am Books That Made Britain East Anglia - The Scene of the Crime.

9:30am The Big Bang Theory 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast 2:30pm The Simpsons 3:00pm Paranorman Halloween family movie double bill, starting with a deliciously dark animated comedyhorror for older children and adults, directed by Sam Fell and Chris Butler. 4:50pm The Addams Family Values 6:40pm Channel 4 News 7:00pm Formula 1 10:00pm Humans Drama in which families start taking in 'Synths' - robots that can do virtually anything including doing the chores and looking after the kids. 11:05pm Michael Moore in Trumpland 12:05am Gogglebox

7:00am Milkshake! 10:50am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:25am Football on 5 The Championship. 12:20pm Football on 5 Goal Rush. 12:50pm World Rally Championships Live 2:10pm The Gadget Show 3:10pm Fail Army 3:40pm High Spirits 5:20pm The Ghost of Greville Lodge 7:05pm One Chance 9:00pm Ice Road Truckers 9:55pm 5 News 10:00pm The Story of Peter Kay 11:30pm Peter Kay Live at the Comedy Store 12:00am Peter Kay: The Early Years 12:30am My Super ExGirlfriend 2:15am Super Casino 4:10am Do or Die 5:00am Criminals Caught on Camera 5:50am House Doctor

7:00am 7:25am 9:30am 10:35am 11:35am

7:00am 7:05am 7:55am 8:55am

10:00am Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens 12:30pm Fantastic Four 2:25pm John Wick 4:20pm Everest 6:30pm Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens 9:00pm Fantastic Four 10:50pm John Wick 12:35am Everest

1:35pm 3:30pm 5:10pm 6:10pm 6:15pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 10:00pm 11:35pm 12:35am 1:40am 1:45am 3:35am 4:30am 5:20am

Doctor at Large Inspector Morse Heartbeat Heartbeat Agatha Christie's Marple Lewis Columbo Carry on Matron FYI Daily Carry on Matron Rosemary and Thyme Lewis When Ant and Dec Met the Prince Charles: The Destiny of a Prince The English Patient FYI Daily The English Patient Wycliffe May the Best House Win May the Best House Win

9:55am 10:50am 11:50am 12:15pm 12:40pm 1:45pm 6:00pm 6:25pm 7:00pm 7:25pm 8:00pm 12:00am 1:00am 1:05am 1:40am 2:45am 3:40am 4:00am

Snooker v Darts The Professionals Fifth Gear The Classic Car Show Cash Cowboys Cash Cowboys Storage Wars Storage Wars Monster Carp Darts Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Darts Child's Play 2 FYI Daily Child's Play 2 Fishing Impossible Hell on Wheels ITV4 Nightscreen Teleshopping Innovative, value-formoney products brought directly to you at home.

7:25am Twins 9:20am Valentine's Day 11:30am The Top Ten Show 2016 11:50am Rushmore 1:30pm Sister Act 3:15pm Ted 2 5:25pm Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me 7:10pm The Hangover 9:00pm Sister Act 10:45pm Ted 2 1:00am City Slickers 3:00am Cop Out

7:00am 7:30am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am 12:30am 1:00am 2:00am 3:00am 4:00am

Animals Unleashed Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Hollyoaks Omnibus Made in Chelsea Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Dunston Checks In Rude(Ish) Tube Shorts The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory To be Announced Tattoo Fixers Crazyhead The Inbetweeners The Inbetweeners Gogglebox Tattoo Fixers on Holiday Body Fixers Rude Tube

8:30am Evolution 10:00am The Finest Hours 12:00pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again 1:45pm Goosebumps All hell breaks loose when the monsters from RL Stine's bestselling books suddenly come to life. 3:35pm Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension 5:10pm Closer to the Moon 7:10pm Goosebumps 9:00pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again 11:00pm Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension 12:35am Freezer 2:15am Evolution 3:50am The Quiet Hour 5:30am Bridget Jones: Renee Zellweger's Baby

SUNDAY TV

7:00am 7:30am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am 10:00am 11:30am 1:30pm 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:30pm 10:45pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am 2:00am 3:00am 3:30am 4:00am 5:00am 5:15am 5:30am

Football Football Football Football Football The Sunday Supplement Goals on Sunday Live Nissan Super Sunday Live Nissan Super Sunday Live Mexican Grand Prix Great Sporting Moments Great Sporting Moments Football Football Chinese Super League Goals on Sunday Football Football Goals on Sunday Great Sporting Moments Great Sporting Moments Football's Greatest Teams

12:30pm Football 3:30pm Football Gold 3:45pm Live Championship Rugby Union 6:00pm Super Rugby Gold 6:10pm Spanish Football Gold 6:25pm Football A match from Spain's La Liga. Barcelona are the reigning champions. 8:25pm Spanish Football Gold 8:40pm Football 10:40pm World Wrestling Entertainment Late Night Raw 11:40pm World Wrestling Entertainment Late Night Smackdown Mauro Ranallo, JBL and David Otunga present Smackdown, featuring all your favourite WWE stars. 12:40am WWE Main Event

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12:00pm Claimed and Shamed 12:45pm The Housing Enforcers 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm The Moonstone 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Inside Out 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Panorama 10:00pm Saving Africa's Elephants: Hugh and the Ivory War 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Have I Got a Bit More News for You 12:30am The Graham Norton Show 1:15am Weather for the Week Ahead 1:20am BBC News

9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 2:45pm 3:15pm

9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm Local News and Weather 3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Rebound 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Gino's Italian Escape: Hidden Italy 9:30pm Coronation Street More drama and turmoil from the residents of Coronation Street in the longest running TV Soap. 10:00pm Dark Angel 11:30pm ITV News 12:00am Local News and Weather

7:00am Planet's Funniest Animals 7:20am Dinner Date 8:10am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 9:00am Emmerdale 9:30am Coronation Street 10:00am Coronation Street 10:30am Psych 11:20am Royal Pains 12:15pm Dinner Date 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:15pm Coronation Street 2:45pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:35pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:50pm Take Me Out 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Family Guy 11:00pm American Dad! 11:55pm The Cleveland Show 12:35am The Cleveland Show 12:55am Celebrity Juice

3:45pm 4:15pm 5:15pm 6:15pm 7:00pm 7:30pm

8:00pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:10am 12:15am 1:15am

See Hear Great British Menu Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live The Daily Politics Pressure Pad Hi-De-Hi! Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em Open All Hours The House That Â£100k Built Wild China Antiques Road Trip Eggheads Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two Richard Parks on Everest University Challenge Only Connect The Victorian Slum Morgana Robinson's the Agency Newsnight Weather Horizon Frankenstein and the Vampyre: A Dark and Stormy Night

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8:30pm Grand Tours of Scotland 9:00pm Great Barrier Reef 10:00pm Sleuths, Spies and Sorcerers: Andrew Marr's Paperback Heroes 11:00pm Virago: Changing the World One Page at a Time 12:00am Secret Knowledge 12:30am The First World War 1:20am Dan Cruickshank's Adventures in Architecture Historian and writer Dan Cruickshank celebrates architecture as a creative force as he explores the world's greatest cities, buildings and monuments. 2:20am British Art at War: Bomberg, Sickert and Nash 3:20am Secret Knowledge Jack Kahane - The Reluctant Pornographer.

7:00am Countdown 7:45am The Goldbergs 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 11:00am A New Life in the Sun 12:00pm Ramsay's Hotel Hell 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Hoarder SOS 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Deal or No Deal 5:00pm Four in a Bed 5:30pm Come Dine with Me 6:00pm My Kitchen Rules UK 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:55pm The Political Slot 9:00pm Dispatches 9:30pm Supershoppers 10:00pm SAS: Who Dares Wins 11:00pm First Dates 12:05am Derren Brown Presents Twisted Tales 1:10am How to Build a Human

7:00am Man About the House 7:25am On the Buses 7:50am Heartbeat 8:50am Where the Heart is 9:50am Wild at Heart 10:45am Judge Judy 11:10am Judge Judy 11:35am Judge Judy 12:05pm Murder, She Wrote 1:00pm The Darling Buds of May 2:05pm Heartbeat 3:10pm Wild at Heart 4:10pm Where the Heart is 5:15pm Man About the House 5:50pm On the Buses 6:20pm On the Buses 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Doc Martin 10:00pm Britain's Busiest Airport - Heathrow 11:00pm Law and Order: UK 12:00am Wycliffe 1:10am Marchlands 2:10am Marchlands 3:00am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping

7:00am 7:10am 8:00am 8:50am 9:50am 10:55am 11:55am 12:55pm 1:55pm 2:30pm 2:55pm 3:55pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:05pm 12:05am 1:00am 2:00am 3:00am 3:55am 4:00am

Sporting Funnies The Professionals The Chase Quincy M.E. Ironside The Professionals The Chase Cash Cowboys Storage Wars Texas Storage Wars Texas Quincy M.E. Ironside Cash Cowboys Storage Wars Texas Storage Wars Texas The Darts Mavericks Rugby Motogp Highlights Tremors FYI Daily Tremors Bundesliga Motorsport UK Rugby Fishing Impossible ITV4 Nightscreen Teleshopping

7:00am 10:15am 12:15pm 1:10pm 1:15pm 2:15pm 2:45pm 3:15pm 4:15pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm

9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:05am 1:50am 2:15am 4:10am 5:00am

Milkshake! The Wright Stuff House Doctor 5 News Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! Home and Away Neighbours NCIS: New Orleans Oliver's Ghost 5 News Neighbours Home and Away 5 News FIA World Rally Championship Highlights - Great Britain Police Interceptors Chris Tarrant Extreme Railways Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! The Haunting of Radcliffe House Criminals: Caught on Camera Super Casino The Yorkshire Vet Street Crime UK

1:05pm Bad Boys 3:10pm Enemy of the State 5:30pm The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen 7:30pm The Da Vinci Code 10:00pm Bad Boys 12:00am Enemy of the State 2:15am Gone in 60 Seconds 4:25am The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

7:00am The War of the Roses 9:00am Dude, Where's My Car? 10:30am The Man 12:00pm Ghostbusters 1:50pm Death Becomes Her 3:40pm Trainwreck 5:50pm Stretch 7:30pm South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut 9:00pm Trainwreck 11:10pm Ghostbusters 1:00am Entourage

7:00am 7:45am 8:10am 8:40am 9:10am 10:00am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am

Charmed Hollyoaks Rude(Ish) Tube Rude(Ish) Tube Rules of Engagement How I Met Your Mother Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Charmed Charmed The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Black-Ish The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Made in Chelsea Drifters The Inbetweeners The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Closer to the Moon 8:55am The Quiet Hour 10:25am The Top Ten Show 2016 10:45am Goosebumps 12:45pm Freezer 2:30pm Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension A young family preparing for the holidays are plagued by a sinister supernatural presence. F 4:15pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again 6:15pm The Quiet Hour 8:00pm Goosebumps 10:00pm Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension 11:30pm All Hallows' Eve 1:00am The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again 3:00am Closer to the Moon 5:00am Evolution

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The song, not the singer METROSCOPIA gave Pablo Iglesias, who heads the Podemos party, the lowest score amongst the country’s political leaders. Calculated by subtracting the percentage of disapprovers from the percentage of supporters, this gave Iglesias a minus-40 score, overshadowing acting president Mariano Rajoy’s minus37 and Pedro Sanchez’s minus-36. Ciudadanos’ leader Albert Rivera obtained a seven, the only positive score. Rivera’s standing with his own voters shot up to 80, Rajoy’s to 77 while the PSOE’s ex-secretary general Pedro Sanchez who has since been shown the door drooped to a lowly 32. Even amongst his own, Iglesias only managed 51 although Podemos would nevertheless come second after the Partido Popular in a hypothetical third election. All of which suggests that where Podemos is concerned it is the song and not the singer that now attracts the punters.

Martyrs to the cause OPPONENTS to the PSOE decision to abstain during Mariano Rajoy’s investiture parrot ex-

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secretary general Pedro Sanchez’s claim that this betrays campaign pledges. Most PSOE voters - and that includes many card-carrying members - no longer give a flying fig about campaign pledges because the ‘no means no’ dictum would bring a third election and further humiliation at the polls. Embracing political martyrdom is forgivable but committing political suicide is a waste of time and votes.

The (partly) whole truth AT the start of the Gurtel corruption trial its prime mover Francisco Correa said he would cooperate fully and tell all. But on the stand he skirted some names and dismissed others, letting Public Works minister Paco Alvarez Cascos, for instance, off the hook.

For reasons best known to himself those whom Correa cannot forgive including former PP treasurer Luis Barcenas and Pozuelo mayor Jesus Sepulveda - earned full frontals in the National High Court.

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PROSECUTING former Catalan president Artur Mas, for allowing the unauthorised mini-referendum of November 2014 will not halt the independence movement. This ballot showed that only 48 per cent Photo credit Kiko Jimenez/Shutterstock of Catalans backed independence, a n d t h e matter should have ended there but instead heavy-handed, cack-handed Rajoy indirectly recruited more secessionists. Rather than taking Mas to court he should have been applauded for demonstrating what Cataluña really wanted. PABLO IGLESIAS: Achieved the lowest score.

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Funagram Unscramble the name of a 2010 American biographical drama film (three words): ETHICAL STONE WORK

Directed by: Paul Feig Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, Chris Hemsworth Ghostbusters makes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Thirty years after the beloved original franchise took the world by storm, Paul Feig brings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today. Released into a perfect storm of trollfeeding media nonsense, the movie itself is actually a funny and spectacular action comedy that pays tribute to the first film with in-jokes, twists and cameos. Fun oozes from almost every frame; likewise the energy of a team excited to be revolutionising the blockbuster landscape.

Rebeca Pous, Singer, November 1

Coming from an entertainment family, Rebeca Pous del Toro is the daughter of a famous Spanish singer and painter mother whilst her cousin is actor Benicio del Toro. The pop singer and actress has released 35 singles and is known as the Queen of Dance.

• John Cleese, Comedian, October 27, 77 Started his comedy career in the Frost Report and found lasting fame as one of the founders of Monty Python’s Flying Circus as well as Fawlty Towers. Has appeared in a number of films as well as acting as a voice over and is considered to be one of the UK’s most gifted comic talents. • Hank Marvin, Guitarist, October 28, 75 First came to fame when playing with Cliff Richard and the Shadows and after Cliff went solo, continued to rack up the hits with the guitar based band. Appeared in a number of Cliff movies such as Summer Holiday and his name has passed into English usage as slang meaning starving. • Yasmin Le Bon, Model, October 29, 52 One of the great supermodels of the 1980’s, the IranianBritish born model and fashion designer married Simon Le Bon singer with Duran Duran in 1984 and they have three daughters. • Juliet Stevenson, Actress, October 30, 60 A well-respected stage actress who found international fame in the film Truly, Madly, Deeply but significantly reduced her stage and movie appearances to bring up her children but was a prolific narrator for audio books. She was awarded the CBE in 1999. • Tom O’Connor, Comedian/TV Host, October 31, 77 The Liverpool born comedian started work as a teacher who appeared in local clubs and was then offered a spot in TV show The Comedians. Since those early days, he has had his own TV shows and presented a number of game shows. • Sir Trevor Brooking, Footballer, November 2, 68 One of the best-known players with West Ham United for whom he played 647 times, helping to win two FA Cup finals. Sir Trevor also made 47 appearances for England and after retiring as a player, has been involved as an administrator and TV pundit. He was knighted in 2004.

Unscramble the name of a famous American novelist: TO NATURE CAMP FUNAGRAM SOLUTION: THE SOCIAL NETWORK, TRUMAN CAPOTE.

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Elton John hates ordering Chinese food. Soya seems to be the hardest word. My dad suggested I register for a donor card, he’s a man after my own heart. I just deleted all the German names off my phone. It’s Hans free.

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 (ERRAND) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.

BARBER BATEAU DIAPER DREARY ERRAND (10) EUREKA INSTEP MAKEUP MARTIN MUSEUM

PREACH RACKET RUCKUS SERINE SKATER TEETER TETHER THWACK WHITEN

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1 Fossil 2 Winter 3 Strait 4 Twenty 5 Strain 6 Lavabo 7 Entice 8 Strive 9 Stereo 10 Catkin 11 Heater 12 Serene 13 Shrank 14 Enzyme 15 Teeing 16 Mirror 17 Season 18 Regain 19 Bateau

YOUR STARS SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Sometimes, you find it hard to do things just for the pure enjoyment of it. Realise that not everything has to have a purpose or a profit. Look round this week and seek out something that will please your senses and bring a smile to your lips. CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Contact with a less than ideal situation makes you realise just how lucky you are. It has been clear that the weeks are changeable and your situation at the moment far from settled. Pity those whose day-to-day life is completely predictable. AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) This being a family oriented month, much of it may be spent getting together with relatives and going over old times. Perhaps you are compiling a photo album for older members of the family or vice versa. PISCES (February 20 - March 20) An exciting invitation may set tongues wagging and make a loved one jealous. You, meanwhile, are quite bemused by the whole thing. What comes out of this week is that you are of considerable value to others. The mere thought of you not being around sends ripples through your social circle.

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(October 24 - November 22)

Someone with a larger-than-life imagination makes you smile but that was not their intention. Try to be diplomatic and steer them in a different direction. Some feelings of loneliness will not be assuaged by working more. Perhaps it is time to consider taking on a pet or giving a current pet more attention. ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Being asked to take on a new and demanding task this week may see you wishing that you had been less visible.

that it is. There's no problem with discussing things and talking them through.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) An interest in technology is not something new to you. What is great, though, is that the penny has suddenly dropped. This week sees you understanding more and wanting to know more.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) Social demands are made, but try to shuffle them to the weekend. Be diplomatic or someone close could become irritated. Keep an eye on the small print because something fundamental may have changed in a long-standing arrangement. Suddenly, at the weekend, you are thrust into the limelight.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) An urge to get moving must mean that the new year is round the corner. Certainly, you are questioning where you want to be in the months ahead. A house move or work placement may be on your mind.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Be aware that leopards do not change their spots, they merely hide them. Those who demand your trust need a cool checking out and don't be afraid to say 'no' as and when necessary.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) Be aware that not everyone is willing to work as hard as you. When approached by someone wanting you to trust them, be sure of their motives. Do what you feel is right but remain firmly in control, especially financially. It may not be the time to make a particular move, although others think

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Career and home are in disharmony but a bit of compromise soon sorts things out. You don't like playing the 'bad guy', but honesty is also important to you. Speaking your mind can be liberating although, initially, you may see it as a nuisance and embarrassing.

ALLHALLOWS EVE The first letters of the answers to the first nine questions spell out the word HALLOWEEN 1. What was the first name of the US-born author of the classic gothic ghost story The Turn of the Screw? 2. How is Vincent Price’s character, Dr Phibes described in the title of a famous 1971 British horror film? 3. What was the stage surname of the Hungarian-American actor who was famous for portraying Count Dracula in the original 1931 film and for his roles in many other horror films? 4. Howard Phillips were the first names of which American author who achieved posthumous fame through his influential works of horror fiction? 5. Which word completes the tagline of a 1976 American-British supernatural horror film: You Have Been Warned. If Something Frightening Happens To You Today. Think About It. It May Be ‘The (what)’ 6. The title of the famous song/dance that features in the rock musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show is The Time (what)? 7. The title of the 1984 American supernatural slasher film written and directed by Wes Craven, and the first in a series of nine ‘sequels’ was A Nightmare on (which) Street? 8. Which 2008 British horror film written and directed by James Watkins starred Kelly Reilly as nursery school teacher Jenny, Michael Fassbender as Jenny’s boyfriend Steve and Jack O’Connell as gang leader Brett? 9. What is the first name of the character played by Anthony Perkins in the classic 1960 American psychological horror thriller Psycho? 10. What was the working title of the 1978 horror film Halloween: (a) Hide-And-Seek, (b) The Babysitter Murders or (c) The Haddonfield Horror? Answers 1. HENRY James, 2. ABOMINABLE, 3. Bela LUGOSI, 4. (H P) LOVECRAFT, 5. The OMEN, 6. WARP, 7. ELM, 8. EDEN LAKE, 9. NORMAN Bates, 10. B - THE BABYSITTER MURDERS

Nonagram 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 F) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.

TARGET: • Average: 12 • Good: 16 • Very good: 24 • Excellent: 31

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION cord crud curd door dour duct odor rood trod undo codon condo donor donut odour outdo rondo round condor cordon doctor rotund untrod concord conduct orotund CONDUCTOR

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Across 1 Another name for a round sail (5) 4 Deputy head put in control in small group (5) 8 Missile I’d find in the river (7) 9 Flower seen in a dell up in the Lake District (5) 10 Comments about stone (5) 11 Objects to most gifts (7) 12 Naval Airmen in disguise (6) 14 Dominate horrible bosses (6) 18 Don't vote with a black spot (7) 20 Overeat in the deep ravine (5) 22 A small department for expert (5) 23 Smile after tea, with embarrassment (7) 24 Mexican snacks, initially tried with a lettuce (5) 25 Strike a chord in Harry S Truman's speech (5) Down 1 Roman general married? Quite the opposite (7) 2 Being a dimwit, I do it wrong (5) 3 A cowboy hat, keep it, boy (7) 4 Provides food but reacts badly (6) 5 Hands out some judo lessons (5) 6 Big stretch of river sheltering vessels (7) 7 Penalties if fen is damaged (5) 13 Most promising funny stories (7) 15 The poor food in pubs (7) 16 All about bird's chest part (7) 17 Criticises strikes (6)

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1 Oil well, 5 Cocoa, 8 Dirge, 9 Isolate, 10 Averted, 11 Shift, 12 Scrap, 14 Gruel, 19 Larks, 21 Eclipse, 23 Shatter, 24 Erase, 25 Tuner, 26 Essence. Down: 1 Ordeal, 2 Large, 3 Electra, 4 Lairds, 5 Crops, 6 Cyanide, 7 Agents, 13 Certain, 15 Rollers, 16 Closet, 17 Degree, 18 Serene, 20 Sitar, 22 Plain.

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18 Use a yashmak, so to speak (5) 19 Opposed to college head acting like a clown (5) 21 More uncommon rubles are registered (5)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 16 represents J and 17 represents C, so fill in J every time the figure 16 appears and C every time the figure 17 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 Filled pasta (7) 4 Clean with hard rubbing (5) 7 Small mouse-like mammal (5) 9 Superficial (7) 10 Futile (7) 11 Male duck (5) 12 Hard, thin pointed object (5) 14 Chose (5) 19 Separate into parts or portions (5) 21 Walk unsteadily (7) 23 Look at closely (7) 24 Aviator (5) 25 Pay out (5) 26 Witchcraft (7) Down 1 Free from harm or evil (6)

2 Brink or border (5) 3 Beg persistently and urgently (6) 4 Burn caused by hot liquid (5) 5 Stop holding on to (7) 6 Felt hat that is round and hard with a narrow brim (6) 8 Smash or break forcefully (5) 13 Throb 15 Having a full rounded shape (5) 16 All one's resources (6) 17 Appraise (6) 18 In a tidy way (6) 20 Attempted (5) 22 Where the sides of the vessel curve in to form the bottom (5)

English - Spanish The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.

7 Latest, 8 Ruined, 9 Gaze, 10 Generate, 11 Another, 13 Never, 15 Fresh, 17 Regress, 20 Layabout, 21 Dusk, 23 Claims, 24 Relief.

Down: 1 Data, 2 Repent, 3 Stagger, 4 Frank, 5 Fierce, 6 Restless, 12 Normally, 14 Texture, 16 Static, 18 Riddle, 19 Boast, 22 Seem.

ENGLISHSPANISH Across: 1 Branch, 4 Nail, 7 Cigar, 8 Acera, 10 Adventure, 13 Ounce, 14 Lider, 15 Remo, 16 Cannon. Down: 1/11 Back door, 2 Algodon, 3 Carceles, 5 Liar, 6 Pastilla, 9 Edredon, 12 Tren.

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Across 1 Mandón (5) 3 Sacos (5) 6 Jamón (3) 8 Fathers-in-law (7) 9 Diecisiete (9) 12 Drill (tool) (7) 13 Todo (en su totalidad) (3) 14 Oxidado (5) 15 Nobody (5)

Down 1 Owl (long-eared) (4) 2 Ayer (9) 3 Maíz dulce (9) 4 Plum (7) 5 Faja (de tela) (4) 7 Furniture (7) 10 Remover (sopa) (4) 11 Azul (4)

Unleashing Demons: The Inside Story of Brexit

By Craig Oliver DAVID Cameron’s spin doctor appears to blame everyone except himself and his boss in his account of the EU referendum campaign. Oliver was the former prime minister ’s spin doctor for five years, and is never less than adoring about the man he calls ‘DC.’ The most striking thing about this account is perhaps the way in which Cameron greets each disaster with a flippant remark, giving the impression that he never bothered about anything all that much. On the morning after the UK voted to leave the EU, annihilating more than four decades of British economic and foreign policy in one fell swoop, Cameron came down from his flat at 7am to discuss his next move with his closest aides, and he said: “Well, that didn’t go to plan!”

Halloween is just around the corner, and although the holiday used to be more widely celebrated in North America, it is becoming increasingly international with every passing year. Here’s our list of the top 10 Halloween traditions and customs from around the world. 1 - Pumpkin carving 4 - Fave dei Morti 8 - Bobbing for apples Carving a pumpkin and making a jackAlthough people in some countries This party game has its origins in a o’-lantern is a surefire way to enjoy a may associate leaving out biscuits with Roman festival which paid tribute to spooky evening with the children or Christmas, when it is customary to Pamona, the goddess of agriculture grandchildren. For an added bonus, leave a few treats out for Santa, in Italy and abundance. There were different bake the seeds afterwards and enjoy it is typical to leave out biscuits for versions of the game but the basic idea them with a scary movie. It is thought dead relatives and gods from the was for the participants to be able to that the custom of making jack-o’netherworld on November 1. This trapredict their future relationships based lanterns originally dates back to Iredition is known as Fave dei Morti (liton the outcome of the game. Once the land, where children would entertain erally, ‘beans of the dead’). Romans conquered the British Isles, themselves by carving grotesque faces 5 - Putting out the chairs the festival was merged with Samhain, into turnips. In the Czech Republic, it is traditional a precursor to Halloween. 2 - Day of the Dead to place chairs around the fireplace on 9 - Yue Lan Day of the Dead, or Dia de los MuerHalloween night - one for each living In Hong Kong, the Halloween celebratos, is typically celebrated in Mexico. relative and one for each dead one. tion is known as ‘Yue Lan,’ or the FesThe prevailing belief behind the cele6 - Hiding the knives tival of the Hungry Ghosts. There, it is bration is that the spirits of loved ones Meanwhile, in Germany, an old tradibelieved that the spirits of the dead visit their families on October 31 and tion is to hide all of the knives in the walk the earth for 24 hours. Some peothen leave on November 2. People ofhouse once Halloween rolls around. ple burn pictures of fruit or money, beten create dramatic decorations and This custom comes from the idea that lieving that this will find its way to costumes and leave out food in anticiif the spirits return on Halloween, they their loved ones in the spirit world and pation of the arrival of the dead. The won’t be able to hurt themselves once comfort them, whereas food and gifts idea is to celebrate death rather than the sharp objects are tucked away. are sometimes put out as a peace offermourning. 7 - Fancy Dress ing in case any angry ghosts are seek3 - Trick-or-treating Dressing up on Halloween has become ing revenge. It doesn’t get much better for this for a common sight in most countries 10 - Pranks the wee’uns as they scurry from house around the world. Although the cosThe ‘trick’ part of ‘trick or treat.’ Misto house collecting as many treats as tumes were traditionally scary in the chief has typically always been a part possible. Unfortunately Halloween can past as a means to frighten off evil of Halloween. Although some people be so enticing for youngsters that it is spirits, nowadays Halloween is the take it too far, there’s nothing more fun not all that uncommon for householdtime to be as sexy, crazy, or silly as than seeing your friends and family ers to open their doors to find bearded you want to as you slip into another jump right out of their skin upon en20-year-olds holding cigarettes in one character for the day. countering a carefully-placed rubber hand and pillowspider or bat. cases in the other.

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Boggled How many English words can you find in the Boggled grid, according to the following rules? • The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’. They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally. • Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms. • No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice. • No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.

TARGET: • Average: 14

PUMPKINS: Carved faces.

• Good: 20 • Very good: 28 • Excellent: 36

SCORING: 4 letters: 1 point • 5 letters: 2 points 6 letters: 3 points • 7 letters: 5 points 8 or more letters: 11 points

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION etch fess fesse fees feet fete fetes fetch fens erns erne itch inset iris vies egis irises ivies infuse gees geese genre genres gens gene genes geneses genet genie genies genii genius gins girn girns frisk frisks fries frit frier friers five fives firth firs furies furs fuse fusee fusees

Word Ladder LAND

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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.

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BAND BOND BOLD BOLT BOAT

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Carry two triangles AS part of the series, we answer some common driving questions and keep you updated on the latest driving and road news kindly provided by members of the Guardia Civil based in Torrevieja, Costa Blanca, who set up the N332 website and Facebook page to help break down barriers.

WARNING SIGNS: They must be placed so they are visible to other traffic. IT is mandatory for all vehicles to carry two warning triangles. These must be of a certified standard for Europe and users should look for an ‘E9’ code which refers to a European standard being certified in Spain. An ‘E11’ stamp refers to the UK but if the triangle has the certification stamp you can use them in Spain. Triangles act as a warning and protection from vehicles approaching from in front as well as behind should your vehicle break down. Some vehicles have the triangles installed as standard, sometimes in the lid of the boot, but for other vehicles, ensure you keep them close to hand and know how to correctly put them up as often you will need to use these triangles in an

emergency situation. So with the triangles in your car, where do you place them? If the event of a breakdown and your vehicle causing a hazard, you must place the triangles on the road to warn others, both in the day and at night, as well as using your vehicle’s hazard warning lights. They must be placed 50m from your vehicle so that they are visible from a distance of 100m. On a normal two-way road, you must place one behind and one in front of the vehicle, both at a distance of 50m away. If you are on a bend or over the brow of a hill, move the triangle further away so it is visible.

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Trees have damaged pipe Tree roots have damaged a sewer pipe under my bathroom. This seems to be a frequent occurrence. I read my insurance policy thoroughly and was frustrated to see that nowhere in its 48 pages does it mention this eventuality. So I telephoned them and asked if I was covered. I was told that my policy did not cover sewers under my house. I pointed out that the definition of a house in the home insurance policy included the sewers. N S (Costa Blanca) There is no problem here of tricky small print in the insurance contract. I am sure it says the policy covers what is mentioned. This has to mean all other items are excluded. Tree roots blocking your drains are such a

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common event they are excluded. This is partly because, if the roots come

from outside, they caused the problem and should be responsible. If the trees are yours, then it is your responsibility, not an outside event. If you feel unfairly treated, insurance companies have a ‘Defender of the Client’ to hear your complaint.

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Conned once again Mike Senker

In my opinion Views of a Grumpy Old Man I DO enjoy a bit of shopping - going to the supermarket included. I especially like the big French one I’m probably not allowed to mention by name. But at the moment I have had enough of all the so called ‘offers’ that go on. BOGOF, 2 for 1, 3 for 2, all for one and one for all - oh sorry, that’s The Three Musketeers! The problem is things are not explained properly and are not exactly as they appear. You think when you get to the till and you put your items on the conveyer belt you are going to get your second item free or whatever. Usually what happens is you find out it’s not that straightforward. After the till prints out the reams of paper which are the equivalent of a rain forest, you have a look through because it’s more money than you expected only to be told it will be given to you the next time you buy the product. You try and explain it is a bottle of shampoo and it will most likely last a month or so and this offer ends at 3 o’clock tomorrow! You get the usual shrug and told to move on. It’s actually very simple. Just either give me a

deal or don’t. Please do not make it so complicated I feel I have been conned again. Talking about being conned and this, by the way, happened at the same supermarket. As you know you can’t really buy a 50 cent light bulb any more. You get these revolting looking LED things that cost a fortune, usually eight or nine euros which are guaranteed for a minimum of two years. So after the third one stopped working I decided to take it back which, to be honest, I knew was going to be a waste of time. I decided to do it anyway so I could write about it. So, back I went and said I wanted a new bulb free of charge. ‘Have you got the receipt?’ ‘No, I bought it about six months ago and it has your company name on it so I know it came from here.’ ‘Sorry can’t do anything about it.’ I knew I was wasting my time but I still said, ‘Do you really expect me to keep the reams of paper you give me with my shopping?’ and I left without much of a fight. But here is a tip for when you buy these overpriced light bulbs or anything that has a bull**** guarantee on it. Because they know you won’t have kept the receipt or the original packaging, ask for a separate receipt for the item. I am going to do that in future and I’m going to plonk it down in front of them with the same smug look as the manageress gave me when she told me there was nothing she could do!

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SPECIALIST: Doctor Luis Perez Belmonte. Smoking is the biggest cause of preventable deaths in the UK, accounting for more than 80,000 fatalities every year. A similar number of deaths are registered in Spain, with over 60,000 smokers dying on average every year in the country. It is said that one in every two smokers will die from a smoking-related disease, due to the damage the habit can cause to the brain, lungs and heart. What are the health risks of smoking cigarettes? Smoking has many health risks as is well-known. It behaves as a cardiovascular risk factor by favouring thrombus forming in the arteries (known as atherosclerosis) which can cause people to have heart attacks or brain haemorrhages and can seriously affect lower limb movement. Furthermore, it can work as a catalyst for all types of cancers, with the most common being lung. It can also affect pulmonary ventilation, producing what is known as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, which is the breakdown of the lung structure, preventing proper air input and output. Why it is addictive? Tobacco has a large number of substances in its composition that generate addiction through biochemical mechanisms in

the brain, making quitting very difficult. Among these substances is most importantly nicotine. What effects can passive smoking have and how serious are they? Passive smoking can be very harmful to the health of others, causing the same diseases that it does actively. Which is the best way to quit smoking? The first thing you have to have is willingness to give up smoking. There are many treatments that can help, from replacement patches and nicotine gum to other treatments in pills that can also be very useful. To do this, you should see a specialist in Internal Medicine and Pneumology who will advise you on the best measures to take.

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Toothpaste created to help hearts A NEW toothpaste has been c re a te d tha t not only re move s more pla que from teeth, but could help preve nt he a rt a tta c ks a nd strokes. Created in America, the toothpaste is reported to remove twice as much plaque as rivals and it also reduces le ve ls of infla mma tion throughout the body. Tests showed inflammation fell by 29 per cent, not much lower than the 37 per cent achieved through the use of statins. Inflammation is me a s ure d by the high sensitivity C-reactive protein, a marker for heart attacks and strokes. Pre vious s tudie s ha ve

found a link between gum disease and heart problems, caused by the bacteria that lead to gum disease spreading in the blood stream to the he a rt a nd a orta , the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest artery. Those who regularly fail to brus h the ir te e th w e re more at risk of a heart attack. The re s e a rc h te a m w ho tested the toothpaste said it could help the tens of millions of pe ople us ing statins, aspirin, beta blocke rs a nd othe r a ge nts tha t help lower cardiovascular disease, by simply switching their toothpaste. They said there were no known side effects.

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IVF cuts birth defects risk for older mothers A STUDY has found that women aged 40 or over are less likely to have babies with birth defects if they conceive by IVF. Older women have a higher risk of babies with conditions such as Down’s Syndrome and cerebral palsy, but a study’s findings suggest that IVF children born to older women have less than half the risk of birth abnormalities than those conceived naturally. The study looked at births in South Australia from 1986 to 2002 and found birth defects in 3.6 per cent of babies born to women aged 40-plus using IVF. This compared with 5.7 per cent for all naturally conceived births. The researchers said this implies a previously ‘undescribed protective mechanism’ but could only speculate as to why. The findings cannot be attributed to the use of donor eggs from younger women as this was excluded from the study. IVF: Fewer birth defects for older mothers conceiving in this way.

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The plague of plastic ENDOCRINE-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), found in common household products such as plastic water bottles, cheap toys and cosmetics, can interfere with the body’s hormonal system, a report says. The report, by the NYU Langone Medical Centre in New York, said that the most common EDC-related illness is neurological, including ADHD, autism and loss of IQ. The report also claimed that the invisible but dangerous chemicals also boosted obesity, diabetes, some cancers, male infertility and endometriosis. EDCs are said to be costing billions of dollars in health-related costs each year in the USA. Some of the chemicals highlighted in the report, including phthalates used in bottles, are banned in the European Union and would therefore not be on sale in Britain or Spain, but toxins may still be in plastic products. A similar study last year estimated that the chemicals cost the EU health systems $271 billion (€246 billion).

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suring is that many of the key personnel have been with them for over 15 years which has led to the continuity, security and peace of mind that is so important for them all. Many of the residents appreciate the boutique nature of the resort since it is limited to 48 one and two bedroom independent living apartments on rental packages with medical back

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Is yours a silent world? You may not know just what you are missing MANY people suffer hearing problems as they get older, but there is now no need to suffer silence. Gary Hagerty of Apple Hearing & Healthcare is committed to bringing the clarity and volume back to sufferers on the Costa Blanca. He has more than 20 years’ experience and esteemed qualifications as a fully registered hearing aid dispenser. He is also a member of the UK’s Health and Care Professional Council. Keeping updated with the latest advancements in hearing aid technology from the world’s leading hearing aid suppliers, Gary is ambassador to his profession. He works to provide precious relief for those with the most severe hearing impairments and other conditions such as tinnitus (ringing in the ears). The Apple Hearing & Healthcare team is the best choice. They have paved the way for expats to receive expert hearing care along the whole of the Costa Blanca by way of home visits, or from the main hearing testing centre at Quesada. Gary and his team aim to

GARY HAGERTY: Has more than 20 years’ experience. deliver the same high quality UK standard of care and services, as well as being agents,

and are able to repair most recognised brand names in the hearing aid industry that clients can depend on. The hearing professional can help people regain the clarity and also the confidence they had by using the very latest invisible hearing aids and the next generation of new wireless hearing systems. Allowing you to hear better in noisy situations using the most current high speed miniature microprocessors and other optional assistive devices, this opens up a new world for the hearing impaired. Apple Hearing Services can offer a complete service from the free initial hearing test to prescriptions, and custom fitting of an extensive hearing aid range. Hearing aids can differ in accordance with people’s individual needs, preferences and lifestyle. Gary is dedicated to finding the best possible hearing solution. Gary is happy to see clients at Apple Hearing’s testing facility at Quesada or a home visit can be arranged through the whole of

the Costa Blanca with no obligation. At Apple’s Hearing Care clients’ satisfaction is paramount so the service does not end at the point of sale, but will continue taking care of the servicing, testing and repair of the hearing aids as required. When tested you will be able to see inside your own ear onscreen, using the latest video otoscope. You will hear better using our extensive range of the latest digital hearing aids available on the market today with their 30day free trial*. So for a chance to hear how much better your hearing can be, make an appointment for your free no obligation hearing test. They are located opposite The Halfway House, just turn left before the arches in Quesada.

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Painkillers could affect your nurturing THOSE addicted to painkillers may not find babies cute. While this may not seem a big deal, doctors claim this is a dangerous sign of how drugs can manipulate the brain. The human tendency to find babies cute stems from our drive to nurture and protect, but a study by the University of Pennsylvania (USA) found that babies do not trigger any emotional reaction in addicts. The researchers said that opioids prescribed for pain are some of the most common medications in the world, but they appear to change the brain’s response to baby cuteness, which may change the motivation to care for others and could mean a more serious cognitive imbalance. Addiction to opioids, both illicit drugs such as heroin and pain treatments, affects over four million people in the USA. Their use is often associated with reduced responses to natural rewards, as well as abnormal social behaviour, but could also affect basic human instincts, according to the study.

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Pain won’t go away but can be eased

JOINT PAIN: The most common cause of absenteeism in Spaniards. By Gemma Elvins-Quinn ONE in five Spaniards suffer some type of chronic pain, but 45 per cent of them do not go to any doctor to help alleviate their condition. That’s according to the Spanish Society of Pain (SED), on the occasion of World Day of Pain. According to the International Association for the

Study of Pain (IASP), chronic pain is a sensory or emotionally unpleasant experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage. The World Health Organisation (WHO) said that when it becomes a chronic disease, its treatment is a ‘human right.’ One of the main problems is that when not treated effectively it can cause depression, social withdrawal, anxiety,

“More money should be spent on dealing with pain and training for professionals. sexual dysfunction, and can even increase cardiovascular risk. In addition, pain is the most common cause of absenteeism in Spain, and more

money should be spent on dealing with it. Joint pain is the most common type of ailment, and osteoarthritis is the most common musculoskeletal disease in the elderly population. The SED said there is often no cure but there are therapies that can improve the quality of life. They call for more training about pain for medical professionals.

Too hot to handle A MAN who tried to eat one of the world’s hottest chillies burned a hole in his throat and required surgery and a feeding tube to be fitted. The 47-year-old American ate a burger which was smothered in a puree of the Bhut Jolokia chilli, ‘the ghost pepper.’ The luminous orange chillies from India made him violently sick. Surgeons discovered a 2.5cm tear in the left side of his throat. He was assisted in his breathing for 14 days as he recovered, and spent a further nine days in hospital before he was discharged with a feeding tube in place.

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Remember those gone HEPBURN’S BAR Albir will be hosting a Remembrance Service on Sunday, November 13, commencing at 11.30am. There will be a Raffle after the Service, with all proceeds donated to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Everyone is welcome to join in, remembering not only those lost in times of conflict, but also loved ones no longer with us. Donations for the Raffle would be greatly appreciated.

By Keith Baker A NEW season of cultural delights is off to a good start at the Auditori Teulada Moraira, following its presentation of the opera ‘La Boheme’ by Puccini, and the theatrical performance ‘Els Monolegs Vagina’ which added a note of humour. To mark the 120th anniversary of its opening for the first time in Turin, the opera company Opera 2001 introduced a totally new production of ‘La Boheme’ under the musical direction of Martiz Mazik. For almost three hours the audience was treated to acclaimed soloists, including sopranos Gabrielle Philiponet and Elisa Cenni in the roles of Mimi and Mussetta, baritone Giulio Boschetti (Marcello) and tenor David Baths (Rodolfo). The next performance brought laughter and a standing ovation to the auditorium as three local actresses Rosa Catalan, Maria Mas and Nydia Crespo - performed the play ‘Els Monolegs Vagina’ by American author Eve Ensler. The season runs until January 2017.

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JAVEA PLAYERS’ production of Graham Green’s high octane spy satire ‘Our Man in Havana’ opens at the Union Musical, Gata de Gorgos on Tuesday, November 8, and runs to Saturday, November 12. Curtain-up is 8pm and tickets are €12 (€11 for bookings of 10 plis). boxoffice@javeaplay ers.com or 965 794 937.

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JOHN AND VAL: Are off to a flying start with their warm and friendly manner. WALKING into the White Swan in Palma de Gandia is like stepping into a traditional country style pub back in the UK. Unlike many bars and restaurants here in the Costa Blanca, the White Swan is a charming and rustic place which serves good home-made food while also having all your favourite drinks such as John Smiths and Strongbow. With John and Val only taking possession of this unique little gem six weeks ago, they are getting stuck in with the locals including their Spanish clientele. Having moved to Palma de Gandia only 10 weeks ago and

Val never having seen the bar until moving here, their warm and friendly manner is key to their business. John and Val both have experience within the bar industry and decided to move from West Yorkshire and set up home here. With lots of help from customers and also Rebecca who works with them they are off to a flying start. They have decided to keep the bar similar to how it was before. All sports are shown and also have a pool table and darts board. Tuesday nights they host the quiz night which includes a meal (this needs to be booked in

advance), Wednesday is poker night while Friday is traditional Fish n Chips and Sundays you can enjoy a traditional three-course Sunday lunch between 1pm and 4pm. John and Val also have monthly live entertainment and on October 28 Matt Mason will be performing and will also be doing a Halloween party. Those that like to dress up can do so and the best fancy dress male and female will receive a bottle of bubbly! With Christmas just around the corner, the White Swan are taking bookings for their Christmas Day

lunch. This consists of three courses with a choice of starters and desserts and includes a free bar from 1pm 4pm. Availability is limited so booking early is essential if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to cook that turkey yourself. If you should feel yourself feeling nostalgic for a taste of home then make a point of visiting the White Swan. Opening times are TuesThurs 4pm - 11pm, Friday 4pm till midnight, Saturday 11am - midnight and Sunday 11am - 10pm. Find them at Avenida San Christobal 17, Palma de Gandia, 46724 or call 962 809 213 to make a reservation.

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A show full of music.

By Keith Baker THE ‘Sounds Familiar’ amateur d r a m a t i c s g r o u p is kicking off the Christmas season with a musical adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol’ at the Casa de Cultura in Calpe on Wednesday, November 30 and Thursday, December 1. The g r o u p h a s b e e n rehearsing songs and routines throughout the summer to tell th e c l a ssi c C h arle s Dickens’ tale of the miser Ebenezer Scrooge and his encounters with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. The show is full of mu si c r a n g i n g f ro m Christmas Carols to wellknown songs from various musical shows. This promises to be a fun production full of music, colour and humour to get you in the Christmas mood. The show is also helping to raise f u n d s f o r th e Friends of the Children of

Emaus. In addition, on the n ig h ts o f th e s h o w s , the foyer of the Auditorium is also going to be a drop-off point for items to go into the ‘Santa Sacks’ which are being prepared for the children on Christmas Day.

Show promises to be a fun production of music, colour and humour to get you in the Christmas mood.

Tickets are priced at €12 and are available from Marga re t & Ele na ’s B ook & Card shop at Galerias Mar A z ul, 9 Ave nida G a brie l Miro in Calpe, by telephone on 965 581 483 or online at www.philipashley.com/box office.php. If you a re inte re s te d in joining the group, they rehearse on Monday evenings in Benissa and full details can be obtained by contacting Philip on 965 581 483.

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A little bit of class by the sea LOOKING for something different? Then why not go along to Harbour View situated in the heart of the Old Town,

Benidorm where you can enjoy bistro style dining with spectacular sea views. Now under new manage-

ment, Drew and the team - or family as he puts it - reopened Harbour View just seven weeks ago and are already making impressive changes. After moving to Spain just a few months ago, Drew was all set on retiring and enjoying the way of life here, but not everybody can just sit back so Drew found himself buying Harbour View and as he says “it has taken 20 years off me. I absolutely love the bar, Benidorm and my new family.” Open every day, Kerry and Sarah offer traditional favourites such as breakfasts, burgers, jacket potatoes and sandwiches, but things change when Mandy and Chris come in and change the menu and ambience completely. Watching the sun set sharing a cheese board and a bottle of wine with a loved one or sampling the duck confit served with herb roasted potatoes and cherry sauce is the perfect way to spend any evening. If that doesn’t tempt you then try the curried salmon, or the home-

OPEN EVERY DAY: Drew, Mandy and Kerry provide you with the best dining experience. made chicken liver and sage pate, or a prawn, avocado and apple salad with a Jack Daniels sauce. These are all very popular dishes, just check out TripAdvisor to see all the great reviews and feedback! All the produce is fresh and

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Although Harbour View is open seven days a week, it is recommended to book a table for the evening, as this new bistro menu has high demand. Please note the bistro menu is not available Sunday evenings. 965 858 884 or 646 701 204.

GARDENS By Graeme Tyrrell

THE gardens are greening up all over Spain as the milder temperatures and rain allow recovery after the relentless summer heat. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the perfect time to start planting out winter annuals, shrubs and trees. A useful component to plant now in any garden or space you may have is a herb garden. Herb gardens add the delight of using fresh herbs in the kitchen and the home. And they are not only useful in the kitchen, but also provide attractive flowers and wonderful scents on the balcony or terrace in interesting containers. A fresh bunch of harvested herbs tied up can be used inside to hang on the wall or be placed in a vase and allowed to dry out to freshen a room. Pots can be alternated into and out of

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bunches for smudging. Placement of herbs is all important to successful growing. It is easiest if herbs are accessible, but they also need

to have their growing environment right. Some herbs, such as mint and chervil, do better in shade, while most other herbs will grow better in partial shade in the sunlight rich regions of Spain. Even lemongrass, lemon verbena and pineapple sage, which are more tropical than Mediterranean, do better with some shade. Hardy herbs such as rosemary and lavender will tolerate full sun well all year but, if in pots, there is the risk of the soil mix drying out. A good rule of thumb is to choose a place with morning sun and afternoon shade. For pots in full sun on balconies and terraces, it is imperative to have respite from the heating effect of the

sun on the soil through the pots, so you must have a dependable irrigation on a daily basis for all but the largest pots. It is a good idea to have double pots, with the outer decorative one taking the heat and allowing an air gap between it and the inner pot containing the plant. Window boxes or wall hanging containers of herbs are best located on the east side of the house or a place that has shade from the afternoon sun. If you are lucky enough to be able to create a herb garden in your grounds, there is an enormous range of herbs to make interesting designs for formal gardens, herbal rock gardens, spiral gardens and informally blended cottage garden styles. Interplanting herbs amongst ornamental and fruiting trees allows the ability to find ideal microclimates to suit the various herbs needs.

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Small but spacious By Eleanor Hawkins SPANISH apartments can often be a little on the small side, yet there are a few simple tricks which can help make the most of the space available and avoid that unwanted cramped feel. One important thing to consider is how many people the apartment will generally be housing and catering for and to furnish it accordingly. If just two people live in your flat, it’s impractical to buy a dining table to seat 12, then have to climb over it to get to the other side. There are plenty of extendible tables on the ma rke t w hic h c a n be folde d

Furnish your apartment according to the number of occupants, not a dinner party guest list! away for extra space and opened up for guests. The same goes for accessories and essentials like cutlery and dinnerware. Don’t buy sets for 12 unless you really intend to cater for 12! A sofa bed may well be a good idea too, to provide temporary beds for vis-

MAXIMISING SPACE: Use storage solutions to hide clutter. itors while not taking up space all year round. To give a spacious feel to a small room or area, play with lights and mirrors to create an illusion of depth and make small spaces look bigger. Avoid clutter, which can be a problem

at the best of times and in a cramped environment can lead to disaster. Bathrooms tend to be a bad spot for this, so splash out on a decent shelving unit which will fit in the space available and tuck lotions and potions away out of sight in wicker baskets on the shelves.

Household items that can boost your plants’ growth THERE are a few household products which professional gardeners swear by. As autumn progresses, rain is starting to bring snails and slugs out in force. If you wish to protect your plants from the pests, simply head for your kitchen. Coffee grounds and overturned, halved grapefruit skins placed round plants are a great deterrent for slugs and snails, as are crushed eggshells as they hate travelling over rough terrain and will probably choose to seek a bite to eat elsewhere.

CRUSHED EGGSHELLS: A deterrent for slugs and snails. Eggshells are also a great way to give your plants a necessary calcium boost. Just like humans, plants need calcium to grow well and it can also help

reduce the risk of plant diseases. Powdered shells, or even powdered milk, can be used in a potting mix. Home-grown tomatoes are a special treat for those with a garden in Spain. To make them taste less tart, add a tiny amount of baking soda to the soil. But be careful not to overdo it, to avoid poisoning the plants. Finally, though it may sound strange, a clean nappy placed in the bottom of a plant pot or hanging basket will retain moisture and gradually release it back into the soil, ensuring plants don’t go thirsty.

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Great care for all your pets HUSBAND and wife team Dr Nicolás Lavalle and Dr María Martha Troytiño established the Clínica Veterinaria La Fustera-Fanadix in 2006 offering their more than 30 years experience taking care of the health of animals. Boasting two general consultancy rooms, a surgery room, x-ray room and laboratory room plus the latest in ultrasound equipment, the Clinic provides medical and surgery treatments to most domestic animals. “All emergency calls are attended to by us, no matter the time of day or hour,” said Nicolás. “We even do house calls or collect sick animals if the owners have no means to bring them in: our good service is what brings our clients back time and time again with their pets,” adds Maria Martha.

Music to please their little ears A NEW record has been released specifically aimed to calm and please cats and their owners. The record, which features five pieces played on the cello, was composed after two years of scientific study to determine the sounds which felines are most attracted to. The composer has stressed that his music has been written in a language which cats appreciate, a series of sounds which makes sense to them and helps them relax. Initially, the musician said, he had wanted to write music for dogs but the variety of shapes, sizes and breeds made it difficult to find sounds which would please all. Now he is working on a record for horses.

EASY TO FIND: The clinic provides medical and surgery treatment to most pets. The clinic is close to the La Fustera supermarket, very easy to find, and has its own car park. Also, they want to inform people that, since March, the rabies vaccination is obligatory not only in dogs but also in cats and ferrets, and should be done annually.

It is also obligatory to give a worming treatment to dogs, cats and ferrets at least once a year. Since autumn is nearly upon us, it is the best time to do the yearly health examination (including sand fly disease test) and to control dental conditions in dogs and cats.

Both Maria Martha and Nicolas speak English and happily get by in French and German. For info and appointments phone: 965 748 685 Emergency: 629 467 521 Av. La Marina 270. Benissa Coast. 03720 Calpe-Moraira road

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Click and drive away By Matthew Elliott AUCTIONS aren’t about hand-raising and eyeballing competitors these days. One man w h o

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the auction later. He skipped the queues and simply bought the €1 million car with a swipe of his smart phone. The right-hand drive model had been fully restored, with a suspension refresh, engine rebuild and new gearbox after

languishing for two decades in storage. It was on display after the motor show at the Coys stand and after being tipped that there were three interested buyers, the anonymous victor sidestepped protocol and clicked the ‘buy now’ button on the Coys website. The c a r was

sold on auction platform Vero where Coy also has a €40,000 Ferrari Dino 246 once owned by Led Zeppelin’s manager and a €900,000 Ferrari Daytona listed. Online auctions of classic cars are quickly expanding beyond your average eBay flogging of an old Rover. Now that tech giants Facebook and Google are in the mix, expect live auctions to become even more of a retro quirk.

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The City of Angels THE last great Car Show of the year takes place in Los Angeles next month and already at least 20 world debuts have been confirmed for the flash affair. Chief among them will be the new incarnation of the Mini Countryman, Jeep’s n e w C o m p a s s , H o n d a ’s 10th generation civic, and two new models from Porsche. Tech and the future of the industry will be key themes. Engineers, designers, start-ups, dealers, visionaries and investors are all on the speaker list as the w o r l d ’s m o t o r i n g e y e s sweep back from a European summer to the US. The Auto Show will run from November 18-27 and represents the last opportunity this year for some of next year’s scene stealers to make a grand debut.

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Testing Kia Sportage Eco model THE Sportage is the model which has done most to boost Kia’s brand image, highlighting the company’s ability to create eye-catching cars with wide appeal and backed by an outstanding seven-year warranty. The SUV class has strong contenders including the Ford Kuga, Mazda CX-5 and Nissan Qashqai but the new Sportage just cannot be ignored - it offers good driving dynamics, good levels of

equipment and more interior space than most rivals. There are petrol and diesel engines with varying outputs, the option of two or fourwheel drive, and manual or auto gearboxes. One of the most popular choices is the 1.7 litre diesel unit, with 114 hp and mated to a six-speed manual transmission. This was the model I tested recently, in 2WD Eco trim, and priced at £22,050 (24,499 euros). While its stats are fairly typical in its sector - top speed 109 mph and 0-60 mph

time 11.1 seconds - its driving dynamics are beautifully balanced and give the car great all-rounder appeal.

109 miles per hour is the top speed and it goes from 0-60mph in 11.1 seconds.

A new platform helps give the Sportage more nimble and assured handling and revised engines have improved fuel efficiency and lowered emissions. The test model returns 61.4 mpg combined. The new-look Sportage is very classy and gives the car strong road presence. The cabin is well-designed and has a quality finish. Standard kit includes 17inch alloys, front fog lights with cornering function, Blue-

KIA SPORTAGE: Will impress with its looks, its equipment and its driving feel. tooth with music streaming, USB and AUX ports, seveninch touchscreen navigation, rear-view camera, roof rails, privacy glass, powered lumbar support on the driver’s seat, auto lights and wipers, dual zone automatic air conditioning and a chilled glovebox.

The Sportage can take five adults and there is good head and leg-room. The 491 litre boot, larger than that of a Ford Kuga and a Nissan Qashqai, is a good shape and has a flat load lip and useful underfloor storage. The new Sportage has to be

on the short-list of anyone in the market for a smart stylish SUV. It will impress with its looks, its equipment and its driving feel - and it does have its famous industry-leading seven-year warranty to underpin its credentials.

The secrets of Dagenham THE last we heard of Ford’s Dagenham factory was in 2010 when Bob Hoskins and Miranda Richardson starred in Made in Dagenham about the sewing machinists’ strike of 1968. But Dagenham is synonymous with cars, Ford cars obviously, and the 85-year-old factory that has built more than 10 million cars recently opened its doors to prying media eyes. Inside they found some real beauts. A 1976 Ford Fiesta 957cc that recently managed to drive all the way to Geneva for the motor show and a turbocharged Sierra RS Cosworth from the same year stand out. Rally cars are represented in the Mk1 and Mk2 Escorts, with the 1977 RAC Rally winning Mk2 RS1800 driven by Bjorn Waldegard resting in the corner. There’s even a Ford Model T and, on the other end of the spectrum, a nifty RS200 with a 1.8 litre 250hp turbocharged engine. Road legal and one of the fastest Fords ever produced.

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Benitachell Bowls Club THIS week’s main event was the founders day competition with 32 teams entered. A total of 96 bowlers, 32 of whom were guests from the following clubs Bonalba, Finca Guila, Calpe, Javea Green and Elcid. For the first time in years each team had a guest bowler together. Two days competitive bowling finished with four teams on 10 points, coming down to shot difference. Presentations were made in the courtyard with 105 people seated for tapas. Captain Trefor Evans thanked members and visitors for their participation and everyone that gave time to make the event a great success. He also sent best wishes to Hazel Brown who had fallen earlier that day and broken her wrist. President Yvonne Browne thanked Sharon from event sponsor Blu for their continued support. The meal for two, donated by the Royal Buddha Tandoori in Moraira, was won by Carol Nicholas. The

TRIPS WINNERS: Lynda Warnes, Bill Barrie and Sally Rush. pot of gold 1st prize went to Jean Mcglaughlin from El Cid, 2nd to Mike Smith from Bbc and 3rd to Carol Meare from Javea Green. Winners of the trips

were Lynda Warnes, Bill Barrie and Sally Rush and runners up, with a one shot difference were Trevor Neale, David Browne and Lynn Eldon.

WET PLAY: Reduced the numbers willing to walk and play.

Orba Warblers report LAST week the Warblers played at a very wet La Sella golf. Unfortunately buggies were not allowed so 10 members were lost which was a shame. There were 22 willing to walk and play. The competition was a fourball better ball with a twist on holes 3, 6, 9, 12, 15 and 18. Both scores would count and this was sponsored by the popular Steve Smith. In first place was Richard Vass and Juke Keene who got a very good 56pts even though Juke wore an Anorak with hood for eight holes in very humid conditions. Glynn Braidley and David Baggaley came second with 52pts with David French and John Allen one point behind with 51pts in third place. Steve also put up two nearest the pins on holes 5 and 8, won by David French and Steve Cliffe repectively. There was also two longest drives both were on hole 14. The Ladies was won by Sally ‘hit it long and straight’ Marsden, a great tee shot. The Men’s was won by Glynn ‘bam bam’ Braidley. John Stent put up four prizes, two nearest the pins on hole 15 won by Steve Smith and

hole 13 by Glynn Braidley who was having a very good day. John also wanted to do two card draws for those unfortunate golfers who had won nothing, on this occasion the lucky golfers were Steve Head and Dave Knight. There was one singles match between Glynn Braidley and Michael Morley and to make his day complete was won by Glynn 3 and 2. The football card was Arsenal and won by Steve ‘Lord Lucan’ Robinson just back from South Africa! Well done to all the winners and special thanks to Steve Smith and John Stent for making it a superb day. There was also a surprise presentation to the captain by the sponsor a 20 inch Driver. There was a lot of over the top laughing going on! On Wednesday November 2 the Orba Warblers travel to El Bosque for the playing of the popular Autumn Trophy sponsored by Steve Cliffe. It is a first tee start of 10:00am so please arrive by 9:15am for registration. To book please contact David at dr.knight1207@googlemail.com or phone 634 307 407. Guests are welcome subject to availability and current handicap certificate.

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Match result was no way for José! Tony Matthews International Sports A former player and now the world’s most prolific author of football books with almost 150 published since 1975, Tony is also the sports correspondent for Spectrum Radio and lives on La Pilica in the Sierra Cabrera Mountains overlooking Turre. Costa de Almeria

ONCE again there was plenty of sport for everyone to endure over the last seven days and there is plenty more to come. FOOTBALL: • In the PL last weekend, Chelsea thumped mediocre Manchester United 4-0 (not a happy return to the Bridge for José!); Liverpool beat WBA 2-1; Leicester took out Crystal Palace 3-1; West Ham scored late to beat Sunderland 1-0; Burnley defeated inconsistent Everton 2-1 and Stoke won 2-0 at struggling Hull. • Arsenal (v Middlesbrough), Spurs (at Bournemouth) and Watford (at Swansea) all played out 0-0 draws, while leaders Manchester City (who were

recovering from a 4-0 Champions League walloping by Barcelona) were held 1-1 by Southampton. • It’s Newcastle (comfortable 3-0 winners over Ipswich), Brighton, Huddersfield and Norwich who stand 1-2-3-4 in the Championship. • Scunthorpe and Bradford City are 1-2 in FL1 and Plymouth and Carlisle stand 1-2 in FL2. • After last weekend’s fixtures in La Liga, it’s Real Madrid (top with 21 points), Sevilla (2nd) who beat Atletico Madrid (4th) 1-0, and Barcelona (3rd). • Non-League Preston Athletic had three players sent-off in the last five minutes of last Saturday’s 3-0 Scottish Cup defeat by Montrose. • The Scottish League Cup final will feature Aberdeen against Celtic. The Dons beat Morton 2-1 and the Bouys eclipsed Rangers 1-0 in the semis. • The pick of this week’s 4th round LC ties were, on Tuesday, Arsenal-Reading

and Liverpool-Spurs while last night it was Manchester United-Manchester City, West Ham-Chelsea and Southampton-Sunderland. • There are full PL, Championship and League 1 and 2 programmes this weekend, the pick of the games being Crystal Palace-Liverpool, WBA-Manchester City/Birmingham City-Aston Villa, Brighton-Norwich, PNE-Norwich/Bolton-Port Vale and Carlisle-Crawley/ Plymouth-Colchester. CRICKET: • England (293 and 240) beat Bangladesh (248 and 263) by 22 runs in the thrilling first Test in Chittagong. Ben Stokes, with two wickets on the final morning, was ‘Man of the Match.’ The second Test starts on Friday October 28. • India (with a brilliant 154 not out from Virat Kohli) beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the third ODI to go 2-1 up in the series. • The second Test starts in Dhaka on Friday October 28.

FORMULA ONE: • Lewis Hamilton registered his 50th Grand Prix victory by winning last weekend’s USA Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The reigning world champion is now 26 points behind Nico Rosberg (second on Sunday) with just three races remaining. Next up is the Malaysian Grand Prix on Sunday.

MOTOR CYCLING: • England’s Cal Crutchlow won last Sunday’s Australian MotoGP on Philip Island, with Valentino Rossi second and World champion Marc Marquez third. The first Brit since Barry Sheene in 1979 to win two races in a season, Cal is also the first to win in Australia. The riders are in Sepang this weekend for the Malaysian GP. RUGBY LEAGUE: • England, captained by Sam Burgess, warmed up for the new season with a 40 points to six victory over France in the Four Nationals competition.

• Australia play Scotland tomorrow and England face New Zealand on Saturday.

RUGBY UNION: • Recent results in the European Champions Cup: Castres 41 Northampton 7, Munster 38 Glasgow 17, Sale 5 Toulon 15, Saracens 44 Scarlets 26 and Ulster 19 Exeter 18. GOLF: • Pradraig Harrington won his first PGA Tour event for eight years by claiming victory in the Portuguese Open. • Justin Thomas has successfully defended his CIMB Classic title in Malaysia. • And Charley Hull was the best-placed Brit in the women’s LPGA event in China.

TENNIS: • Germany’s Angelique Kerber won the recent Singapore WTA final. • British number one Johanna Konta has been voted the WTA’s ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’ for 2016. • Rafa Nadal (injured) will not play again this year. • And Aussie wild man Nicky Kyrgios pulled out of the recent Rotterdam tournament to play in a basketball game instead. AMERICAN FOOTBALL: • There was a first for Twickenham last Sunday when 75,000 fans saw New York Giants beat Los Angeles Rams 17-10 in an American football match.

DID YOU KNOW? • THE most goals scored in one Premiership game has been 11: Portsmouth 7 Reading 4 in 2007. • Three players have been sent-off in Wembley FA Cup finals: Moran and Smalling (both Manchester United, in 1985 and 2016) and Reyes (Arsenal, 2005).