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October 2017 N°127

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Ed’s Note..

Welcome to the ghoulishly gruesome Halloween edition of the Costa Link Magazine, are you ready to be scared out of your wits? Then check out our guide to REALLY scary Halloween movie nasty’s on pages 16 & 18 (if you dare)…. The clocks go back on the 29th, which is followed by a spooky finale – it’s great to see kids of all ages dressed up as wizard’s ghouls & skeletons! Mundo Mania in Cancelada have a ‘Spooktacular Halloween Party’ planned for the night of the 31st with lots going on including fancy dress competitions and the tunnel of terror, spooky!

(Check out page 9 for more information).

Well we aren’t the first to mention it but it’s also time to start thinking about Christmas, not long until Santa will be making his annual appearance! If you have anything that your business might have coming up, whether it’s gifts, parties or eating and drinking! Give us a call to find out about offers on advertising get your message out there through “the most popular A5 Magazine on the Costa del Sol”! Have a great month…

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A Women’s World this month: Pregnancy FAQ’s answered by real Mum’s...

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Solutions on page 80 Pit your brains against the TRIVIA QUIZ, questions for all ages from 6 -116!

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Gadgets & Gizmo’s: Apples new iPhones a blast from the past from Polaroid and the most ReMarkable new tablet…

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A Man’s World: on page 44. All sorts of hell going on this month...

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In ‘All Revved Up’ this month we take a look at some of the highlights from The Frankfurt Motor Show.

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The Kid’s page this month getting spooky with freaky monsters, mazes and lots more...

Check out the ‘What’s on Guide’ on page 62. You are going to be busy this month! Lots going on up and down the Costa del Sol.

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Solutions on page 80 Puzzle It Out... Puzzles galore challenge those little grey cells.

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A Woman’s World

Pregnancy FAQ’s. .

THINKING OF HAVING A BABY?

Q: My childbirth instructor says it's not pain I'll feel during labour, but pressure. Is she right?!

A: Yes, in the same way that a tornado might be called an air current.

HERE ARE SOME FREQUENTLY Q: When is the best time to get an epidural?

ASKED QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY A: Right after you find out you're pregnant.

REAL MUM’S!!!

Q: Is there any reason I have to be in the Q: Should I have a baby after 35?

A: No, 35 children is enough.

Q: I’m two months pregnant now. When will my baby move?

A: With any luck, right after he or she finishes college.

Q: What is the most reliable method to determine a baby's sex?

A: Childbirth.

Q: My wife is five months pregnant and so moody that sometimes she's borderline irrational.

A: So what's your question?

delivery room while my wife is in labour?

A: Not unless the word "alimony" means anything to you.

Q: Is there anything I should avoid while recovering from childbirth?

A: Yes, pregnancy.

Q: Do I have to have a baby shower?

A: Not if you change the baby's nappy very quickly.

Q: Our baby was born last week. When will my wife begin to feel and act normally! again?

A: When the kids are in college.

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I'M A CELEBRITY 2017 LINEUP… With The X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing around the corner, it can only mean one thing: the countdown for I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2017 is on too! There's still a couple of months to go until the new series starts but ITV bosses are already in final talks with celebrities who will be entering the jungle this year. A lot of names are currently doing the rounds on the rumour mill but which of them will actually be in the jungle this autumn?

Sam Allardyce (the England football boss), Laura Simpson aka 'The Rooney Girl'.

Danny Dyer, Betfair, Danny is such a favourite for I'm A Celeb this year that they've put him at 2/1. Gemma Collins Yes, really! Following her disastrous first attempt at life in the jungle, it's reported that the TOWIE star is going to give I'm A Celeb one more shot. Paisley Billings - following her popularity on Tattoo Fixers. Kem Cetinay, following his huge success on Love Island. Megan McKenna reality TV queen is also rumoured to be heading into the jungle. She's previously been on Ex On the Beach, Celebrity Big Brother and TOWIE, and so will know what she's letting herself in for. Chris Hughes from Love island, Danielle Armstrong ex Towie celeb, Ryan Thomas from Coronation Street…. Honey G, X Factor contestant & Kristina Rihanoff ITV bosses have they got in mind to bring the eye candy to the show appently Strictly's Kristina fits the bill. Geordie icons Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have presented the ITV series ever since it launched 15 years ago. But will Ant be back in 2017? The show wouldn't be the same without him. However, some fans aren’t too confident that the pair will be returning this season following Ant's admission into rehab. We will have to wait and see. But I have a feeling that cheeky duo will be in OZ as usual! I'm a Celebrity 2017 returns to ITV in the autumn.

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ARE BRAD PITT AND ANGELINA JOLIE BACK ON? He is working through his issues and she's hates single life... Getting over a break-up isn’t easy at the best of times, but even harder when six children are involved like Brad and Angelina. Last month, Angelina Jolie appeared to drop the MASSIVE hint saying she hates being single, so could Hollywood’s ex golden couple be giving it another go? Almost 12 months after she filed for divorce. Earlier this year, Brad pulled out all the stops to win back his wife of two years by undergoing a secret rehab stint. Angelina, 42, is reportedly working with Brad to undergo intensive rehab and spiritual counselling sessions in a bid to get their relationship back on track. We hope they work it out!

IS MEGHAN MARKLE MOVING IN WITH PRINCE HARRY?

Has the 'Suits' actress ended her TV contract? While Meghan is currently residing in Toronto as she films Suits, her contract ends in December, and it is uncertain where she will head next – although many speculate London. Rumors have suggested that Meghan, 36, and Harry, 33, may have got engaged during their romantic trip to Botswana earlier this year. Friends of Harry say he is “madly in love” with Megan and everyone would be extremely happy if they ended up together.

KATIE PRICE REVEALS PLANS FOR ANOTHER BOOB JOB?

Another husband bites the dust and so it seems are Katie Prices current boobs! What with the drama of her split from Kieran Hayler, now she’s considering having yet another boob job. After her claims last month that husband Kieran had a year-long affair with their nanny we wonder if Kaite is seeking solace in plastic surgery...

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IT’S FRIGHT NIGHT...

Are you staying in this Halloween? Fancy being scared out of your wits? Here are some genuinely scary horror movies to get those pulses racing‌ The Witch (2015)What it's about: Set in the 1630s, a family are exiled to a new home next to a forest. Witchy things start to happen, leading to paranoia and the family turning on one another. It's made in such a way that you genuinely are spooked and hiding behind the sofa in minutes.

It Follows (2014) What it's about: An unknown supernatural force follows a young woman after a sexual encounter. The only way to get rid of the curse is to have sex with somebody else.

The Orphanage (2007) What it's about: A woman takes her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphanage for handicapped children. Before long, her son starts to communicate with the spirits making an invisible new friend.

The Strangers (2008) What it's about: A couple are staying in a house in the middle of nowhere. They're not banking on having guests, which is why it's a shock when there's a knock at the door.

They then start to be terrorised by 3 unknown assailants.

High Tension (2003)What it's about: Alex takes her friend out into the French countryside to visit her parents, but when her parents are killed by a psychotic truck driver, the horror really begins.

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IT’S FRIGHT NIGHT...

The Conjuring (2013) What it's about: Based on real events. Lorraine & Ed Warren are paranormal investigators asked to help the Perron family when they begin to experience paranormal activity in their new home. But don’t know the house’s disturbing history.

Trick 'r Treat (2007) What it's about: The rules you should never break at Halloween: Wear a costume, hand out treats, never blow out a jack o’lantern, and always check your candy. A small town is about to find out what happens when these rules are broken.

As Above, So Below (2014) What it's about: An archaeologist is obsessed with finding the philosopher’s stone, and so assembles a team to help her find it underneath Paris. Then they enter their own personal hell.

Them (2006) What it's about: A story based on actual events. A couple that lives in the middle of the woods are terrorised after receiving repeated phone calls.

Hush (2016) What it's about: A deaf writer, living alone in the middle of the woods, finds herself the victim of a masked man who’s determined to find his way in.

The Descent (2005) What it's about: A group of friends go on an underground expedition to explore caves, but soon realise they are not alone.

The Visit (2015) What it's about: A brother and sister head into the countryside to stay with their grandparents, only to discover a disturbing secret about the pair.

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A Spooky Halloween Story‌ From An English Graveyard One dark, windy Halloween night...

Just outside Doncaster in Yorkshire, England, Neil, the town drunk was meandering his way home after the pub had closed. Somehow Neil got turned around and ended up walking through the graveyard in St Mary's church instead of taking the Tadcaster road home.

The wind howled louder and Neil thought he could hear a voice calling his name. Suddenly, the ground opened up in front of him, and he fell down, down into an open grave. He could still hear the voice clearer and louder now, calling to him. Neil knew it was Satan, coming for him just like the vicar had said, on account of him being the town drunk. The hole was very deep and inside it was pitch black. His eyes adjusted to the darkness and after a few moments, and he made out a form sitting in the darkness with him.

It called his name, and he scrambled away in fear, trying to climb out of that terrible grave. Then the figure spoke to him, 'You can't get out,' it moaned.

Neil gave a shout of pure terror and leapt straight up in the air, caught the edge of the hole in his hands, and scrambling out for his very life, he ran for home as fast as he could go.

Inside the open grave, his neighbour Tony sighed in resignation. He, too, had fallen into the hole a few minutes before his friend and had thought that together they might help each other climb out. Now he was going to have to wait until All Saints Day morning and get the gravedigger to bring him a ladder.

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TRICKY TRIVIA QUIZ

1) Which British mathematician created a basic computer in 1835?

2) How many degrees in a right angle?

3) How many lines are there in a sonnet?

4) Ash Wednesday is the first day of what?

5) What is the name for small round pieces of lamb, or chocolates with hazelnuts?

6) What is the square root of 9?

7) What music is traditionally played in the armed forces at ‘wake up’?

8) Where is Casablanca?

9) What colour is the book in ‘This is your Life’?

10) Which Sir Francis invented a scale for measuring wind velocity?

11) Which famous fictional detective lives at: Apt 56B,

Whitehaven Mansions, London?

12) Whose children are called Apple & Moses?

13) Which country is Sophia the capital of?

14) What was the first gameshow transmitted on Channel 4?

15) What is the name of the dog in ‘Punch & Judy’?

16) Which famous fictional explorer lives at: 7 Savile Row, Burlington Gardens, London?

17) How many signs of the zodiac are there?

18) Who laid the foundation stone for Coventry Cathedral?

19) What colour are traditional Victorian photographs?

20) Who played Moses in the film ‘The Ten Commandments’?

21)What 2 colours are most confused in colour blindness?

22) What is a Maris Piper?

23) Which famous fictional detective lives at: 221B Baker Street, London, England?

24) Which is furthest south...

Corsica or Sardinia?

25) Who wrote the book, the ‘Day of the Jackal’?

26) Which famous duck lives at: 1313 Webfoot Walk, Duckburg, Calisota?

27) Which word can go before the following to make 3 new words; Ground, Pedal & Water?

28) Which country does fictional detective Hercule Poirot originate from?

29) Which religious building featured on the Thames Television logo?

30) Which famous spooky family live at: 1313 Mockingbird Lane, Mockingbird Heights, USA?

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You’ve Gotta Love a Challenge...

A new chap in town walks into a bar and reads a sign that hangs over the bar...

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So the chap asks the bartender what the test: is. Bartender replies...

“Well FIRST you have to drink that whole gallon of pepper tequila, the WHOLE thing at once and you can't make a face while doing it SECOND, there’s a ‘gator out back with a sore tooth... you have to remove it with your bare hands.

THIRD, there’s a woman up stairs who’s never had an orgasm.

You gotta make things right for her” The chap says. “Well, as much as I would love free beer. I won’t do it. You have to be nuts to drink a gallon of pepper tequila and then get crazier from there.”

“Fanc Well, as time goes on and the man drinks y an a rm wrest a few, he asks. "Wherez zat teeqeeiah?'" le?”

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Next, he staggers out back and soon all the people inside hear the most frightening roaring and thumping. then silence. The man staggers back into the bar. his shirt ripped and big scratches all over his body.

“Now” he says "Where’s that woman with the sore tooth?"

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Foul Facts did you know.. ?

• That spiders have transparent blood?

• That there are more people alive today than have ever died?!

• George I of England died after a violet attack of diahorrea!

• The liquid inside young coconuts can be used as a substitute for blood plasma?

• That one quarter of the human brain is used to control the eyes?

• That months that begin on a Sunday will always have a 'Friday the 13th'?

• Most tropical marine fish could survive in a tank filled with human blood?

• That the venom of the king cobra is so deadly that just one gram of it can kill 150 people?

• That the ashes of the average cremated person weigh nine pounds?

• That the average human eats 8 spiders in their lifetime at night?

• Maggots will only eat flesh if it is dead. And they are often used to remove the burnt skin from severe burn patients?

• That the infamous Black Plague in Europe was due in part to the fact that people believed that cats were witches. So all the cats were rounded up, caged and burned, leaving the rats (with there disease causing parasites) to run free and multiply.

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GADGETS &Gizmo’s Apple has unveiled three new iPhones. The iPhone X: A beautiful new flagship, complete with all-glass front, no home button and a 5.8 inch screen, The iPhone 8 and The iPhone 8 Plus which are upgrades of the 7 and 7 Plus. They all have a Samsung S8-inspired glass-backed look, and Apple’s True Tone tech from the iPad Pros so their screens adjust themselves according to the light. The new processor is the fastest chip Apple’s ever built and are now able to charge wirelessly. They all have an HD retina display and the X even has face recognition to replace the fingerprint!

Google has teamed up with Raspberry Pi to help tinkerers build their own screenless, disembodied version of the Internet, with the AIY Projects kit. AIY stands for ‘Artificial Intelligence Yourself’, it includes a Google Voice accessory board, stereo mic board, wires and an arcade style button, all of which need to be added to a Raspberry Pi 3 (not included).

Press that button and ask your questions, but this is still a voice assistant for about 50€.

Jaybird's first pair of Wireless earphones are called Run, designed for wearing in the gym these sweat-resistant buds with secure-fit wings to stop them falling out whilst on a workout and last 12 hours between charges. The buttons for controlling playback, Siri or Google Assistant are handy when you're working out without your phone in your hand.

A blast from the past for fans of film cameras: the Polaroid OneStep is back. A modern reimagining of Polaroid’s classic camera, with 21st century features like a timer, flash and USB recharging but stays strictly analogue with colour or black and white film. Now going by the name Polaroid Originals, The OneStep 2 comes out this month at 99€, with packs of eight colour or black and white instant film setting you back 16€ each.

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All the latest in the world of tech and gaming...

Sometimes the world of tech seems to go mad - The New Anthouse Pet Companion is a smart robot that’ll keep your pet entertained when you’re not in the house. Looking like a robot wars contender, it can livestream video to your phone and you can talk to your pooch like through the voice app. It will even dispense treats and has a mini tennis ball launcher.

Most Electric bikes have a big battery pack bolted onto the frame, but Orbea has a super-slim 250wh battery fitted inside the frame, and hooked up to a 250w motor hidden inside the rear hub. Looking just like a pedal cycle, push the power button and suddenly you're good for 75km of assisted range. Pop a spare battery in the bottle holder and you'll manage 250km. With only 3.5kg of extra weight, prices start from 1799€ for the entry-level D40 model.

E readers can display books but can't be used to jot down notes. Now ReMarkable has made an E reader tablet that aims to make sketching on e-ink feel smooth, paper like and lag-free. Designed mainly for artists, various built-in tools focus on sketching and drawing, and work gets seamlessly synced over Wi-Fi . The stylus is a basic-feeling white pen with replaceable felt tips, 10 of which come with the stylus. The tablet allows 2,000 pressure levels as well as tilt support.

Bosch is demoing the X-Spect. You scan an item of clothing and it works out the composition and also any stains or dirt and tells the washer the best temperature and number of spins to clean whilst prolonging the life of the garment. In the future, Bosch say, it will also be able to scan foods, telling if your fruits or vegetables are ripe, or could paired with a smart oven, optimising the preheating and temperature for cooking.

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Foul Facts did you know.. ?

• Romans didn’t have toilet paper... many of them just used a sponge on a stick!

• That a scorpion could survive for three weeks if it was embedded in a block of ice?

• That on average people fear spiders more than they do death.

• That in the 1800's photographs of dead children were often published in collections and called "Sleeping Beauties"?

• That men have more blood than women? Men have 1.5 gallons v’s .875 gallons for women.

• That Alfred Hitchcock used chocolate syrup to simulate blood going down the drain in the famous shower scene in "Psycho"?

• That you lose a pound every time you donate blood? You do so because a pint is a pound.

• That bats fly with their hands, not their arms, and can achieve speeds of up to 60 mph?

• That Apart from its vulnerability to fire, human hair is almost impossible to destroy. It decays at a very slow rate, so slow that is almost non-disintegrative.

It can't be destroyed by cold, change of climate, water, etc., and it is resistant to many kinds of acids and corrosive materials?

• King Edmund II of England was killed when an assassin hiding in his toilet stuck a sword up his bum!

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Top 15 Jokes from the Edinburgh fringe festival 2017 1. “I’m not a fan of the new pound coin, but then again, I hate all change.”

(Ken Cheng) 2. “Trump’s nothing like Hitler. There’s no way he could write a book.”

(Frankie Boyle) 3. “I’ve given up asking rhetorical questions. What’s the point?”

(Alexei Sayle) 4. “I’m looking for the girl next door type.

I’m just gonna keep moving house till I find her.” (Lew Fitz) 5. “I like to imagine the guy who invented the umbrella was going to call it the ‘brella’. But he hesitated.” (Andy Field) 6. “Combine Harvesters.

And you’ll have a really big restaurant.” (Mark Simmons) 7. “I’m rubbish with names. It’s not my fault, it’s a condition. There’s a name for it...” (Jimeoin) 8. “I have two boys, 5 and 6.

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HEAVEN OR HELL?

Jeff, Phil & Mike find themselves in Hell.... No sooner had they arrived than a door in a wall opened and they say a REALLY ugly woman, her face was covered in warts. The voice of the Devil boomed out: “Jeff, you have sinned. You are condemned to spend the rest of eternity in bed with this poor woman.” And Jeff was led through the door to suffer his punishment. The other two men were understandably wary when a second door opened to reveal a woman even uglier that the first. She had one eye, no teeth, a hunched back and she stank of rotting tyres. Her body was covered in flies. The voice of the Devil boomed out: “Phil, you have sinned. You are condemned to spend the rest of eternity in bed with this wretched women.” And Phil was led through the door to suffer his punishment. By now Mike was a nervous wreck. So he feared the worst when a third door opened, but to his enormous relief he saw a beautiful blonde standing there wearing a skimpy bikini. “WOW!” he thought…. Then he heard the voice of the Devil boom out: “Carla, you have sinned…”

A Man’s World

GOING TO HELL... Bill ran into and old school friend Tom at the supermarket.

‘I hear you got married again, Tom’ he said. ‘Yes,’ said Tom, ‘for the fourth time!’ ‘Wow! What happened to your first three wives?’ ‘They all died.’ ‘I’m sorry, I didn’t know. That’s terrible. How did they die?’ ‘They first ate poisonous mushrooms.’ ‘How awful! What about the second?’ ‘She ate poisonous mushrooms.’ ‘Oh no! What about the third? Did she die from eating poisonous mushrooms, too?’ ‘No, she died from a broken neck.’ ‘Oh right, an accident?’ ‘No, not exactly you see, she wouldn’t eat her mushrooms.’

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MEDICAL MAYHEM

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After a moment or two, the vet shook his head and sadly said, "I'm sorry, your duck, Cuddles, has passed away."

The distressed woman wailed, "Are you sure?" "Yes, I am sure. Your duck is dead," replied the vet..

"How can you be so sure?" she protested. "I mean you haven't done any testing on him or anything. He might just be in a coma or something."

The vet rolled his eyes, turned around and left the room. He returned a few minutes later with a black Labrador Retriever. As the duck's owner looked on in amazement, the dog stood on his hind legs, put his front paws on the examination table and sniffed the duck from top to bottom.

He then looked up at the vet with sad eyes and shook his head.

The vet patted the dog on the head and took it out of the room. A few minutes later he returned with a cat. The cat jumped on the table and also delicately sniffed the bird from head to foot. The cat sat back on its haunches, shook its head, meowed softly and strolled out of the room.

The vet looked at the woman and said, "I'm sorry, but as I said, this is most definitely, 100% certifiably, a dead duck." The vet turned to his computer terminal, hit a few keys and produced a bill, which he handed to the woman… The duck's owner, still in shock, took the bill. "€150!" she cried, "€150 just to tell me my duck is dead!"

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HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?

Exercise that is! How much physical activity do adults aged 19-64 years old need to do to stay healthy? To stay healthy or improve health, adults need to do two types of physical activity each week: aerobic & strength exercises...

WHAT COUNTS AS MODERATE AEROBIC ACTIVITY? Examples of activities that require moderate effort for most people include: •BRISK WALKING WATER AEROBICS •RIDING A BIKE ON THE FLAT OR WITH FEW HILLS •DOUBLES TENNIS •PUSHING A LAWN MOWER •HIKING •SKATEBOARDING OR ROLLERBLADING •VOLLEYBALL GUIDELINES FOR ADULTS AGED 19-64 •BASKETBALL To stay healthy, adults aged 19-64 should WHAT COUNTS AS VIGOROUS ACTIVITY? try to be active daily and should do: There is good evidence that vigorous activity can At least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic bring health benefits over and above that of moderactivity such as cycling or brisk walking ate activity. Examples include: •JOGGING OR RUNNING every week, and strength exercises on two •SWIMMING (QUICKLY) or more days a week that work all the •RIDING A BIKE QUICKLY OR ON HILLS major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms) •SINGLES TENNIS OR •FOOTBALL OR RUGBY •SKIPPING 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, •HOCKEY such as running or a game of singles tennis every week, and strength exercises on •AEROBICS two or more days a week that work all the •GYMNASTICS major muscles (legs, hips, back, Vigorous activity makes you breathe hard and fast. If abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms). you're working at this level, you won't be able to say OR more than a few words without pausing for breath. In A mix of moderate and vigorous aerobic general, 75 minutes of vigorous activity can give simactivity every week. For example, two 30- ilar health benefits to 150 minutes of moderate minute runs plus 30 minutes of brisk activity. walking equates to 150 minutes of moder- WHAT ACTIVITIES STRENGTHEN MUSCLES? ate aerobic activity, and strength exercis- Muscle-strengthening exercises are counted in repees on two or more days a week that work titions and sets. A repetition is one complete moveall the major muscles (legs, hips, back, ment of an activity, like a bicep curl or a sit-up. A set abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms) is a group of repetitions. For each strength exercise, A good rule is that one minute of vigorous try to do: activity provides the same health benefits AT LEAST ONE SET as two minutes of moderate activity. One 8 TO 12 REPETITIONS IN EACH SET way to do your recommended 150 min- To get health benefits from strength exercises, you utes of weekly physical activity is to do 30 should do them to the point where you struggle to minutes on five days every week. All adults complete another repetition. Why not start a fiveshould also break up long periods of sit- week exercise plan and see how you improve your ting with light activity. strength and flexibility in a really short time!

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Clinica Radiologica, Fuengirola:

…was founded in 1987 and is ideally located in the centre of Fuengirola centre (between the bus station & the port). We at Medicare are proud to have had Clinica Radiologica as one of our Preferred Partners for a number of years now.

The team provide a high-quality service with extensive experience in the field of diagnostic imaging. They have a highly qualified team to provide the best diagnostic´s to all our patients and thanks to them they have diagnosed many diseases at a very early stage. Along with the medical staff, they are supported by a great administrative team, all of whom speak English, thus offering The team are delighted to advise that starting on the 1st October an excellent service to many nationalities.

2017 they will be offering a “Bone Density” test with a 50% discount, offered until the end of December 2017 for the reduced fee of just €45.00. In order to take advantage of this offer quote “Medicare” when making a booking.

The team at Clinica Radiologica Fuengirola have spent many The team also offer all kinds of X-rays for years working and performing both “Mammograms” and clients with prices starting at just €35.00, Breast “Ultrasounds so they can make an early diagnosis. inclusive of a medical report (upon request) at no extra charge. Once the report is written up There radiologist Dr. Yolanda Torres is able to answer the you are then able to take the results away with most frequently asked questions that concern the majority of you, there and then. women. She herself graduated in “Medicine and Surgery” from the University of Valladolid, with title of Doctor of the Another new offering at CR Fuengirola, is that University of Malaga & University Expert in Radiology of the we now perform “Hysterosalpingography” for Breast by the University of Barcelona. women who have been trying for some time to CR Fuengirola are delighted to advise that as well as carrying become pregnant. Its an X-Ray of the fallopiour breast mammograms and ultrasounds, they are now able an tubes and uterus of a woman using a speto carry out breast biopsies (Core and FNA). The radiologist is cial form of X-Ray where we can assess the an expert in this procedure, with extensive experience during anatomy and functions of these organs.

11 years, carrying out more than 4000 biopsies to date.

CR Fuengirola believe they offer the best As well as carrying out mammograms and ultrasounds CR prices on the Costa del Sol! Fuengirola is also able to carry out a number of other radiography tests, to include: They also work with most Insurance compa• A full spectrum of x-rays, such as spine, hip, nies in the Spanish market (including knee/etc “Mutuals”) as well as some International • Abdo Ultrasounds ones. Should you come to our clinic using an • Hysterosalpingography insurance, then they are more than happy to • Bone Density Testing provide you with a fully approved invoice so that you can claim the refund from them.

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Health & Well Being

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TOP 10 HEALTH TIPS FOR WOMEN

Lots of women have very busy lives and putting your other half and kids ahead of yourself is often the case. You go the Doctors and let's face it, ladies: have five minutes‌. Doctor visits are short. And they're getting shorter. So here are a few quick hacks tips for a lifetime prescription for wellness.

doctor about options, like freezing your eggs.

6) APPRECIATE BIRTH CONTROL...

Birth control gets a bad press, but not only can it keep you from getting pregnant before you're ready, studies show it can lower the risk of uterine and ovarian cancer as well as regulate your periods.

1) ZAP YOUR STRESS...

The biggest issue these days is that people have too much on their plates and want to juggle it all. Stress can have significant health consequences, from infertility to higher risks of depression, anxiety, and heart disease. Find the stress-reduction method that works for you and stick with it.

2) STOP DIETING...

Dieting is hard to sustain (and is not healthy) and increases the risk of your weight cycling. It makes food the center of your life. When you're on a diet, you're constantly thinking about food, which makes you want more food.

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to forgo your favourite glass of wine or a piece of chocolate now and then.

The key is moderation. Get a mix of lean proteins, healthy fats, smart carbohydrates and fiber.

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3) DON'T OVER DO CALCIUM...

Did you know what if you absorbed too much calcium it can increase the risk of kidney stones and may even increase the risk of heart disease? If you're under 50, you should have 1,000 milligrams per day, while over50 women should be getting 1,200 milligrams per day.

7) SEE YOUR DOCTOR...

Make sure you get a smear test to check for cervical cancer every 3 years if you are 21 or older. Don't skip your yearly checkup. Your doctor needs to annually assess many other issues such as potential infection, your need for contraception and any other complaints you may have.

8) HAVE GOOD SEX...

Sex reduces stress and may lower the risk of chronic disease but only if you enjoy it! If anything prevents you from sexual fulfillment, such as dryness or pain, talk to your doctor to find a solution.

9) GET MORE SLEEP...

Sleep is very important - but if you have trouble getting out of bed, tire easily, or have trouble concentrating, you likely aren't getting enough.

Recent studies suggest this can put you at greater risk of heart disease and psychological problems.

4) DO MORE CARDIO EXERCISE...

Women need a mix of cardio and resistance or weight-bearing exercise at least three to five times a week to help prevent osteoporosis, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Exercise also promotes good self-image, which 10) CONSIDER GENETIC TESTING... is really important to mental health.

Doctors can now screen people with a 5) THINK ABOUT FERTILITY... family history of breast cancer, ovariLots of women are now getting preg- an cancer, and chronic diseases to nant in their late 30s and even into assess their risk and then consider their early 40s, a woman's fertility preventive measures. Talk to your docmay start to decline as early as 32. So tor for more information. if you want to have kids, talk to your

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Haunted Graveyard Cake

1) To make the ghosts, heat oven to 110C/90C fan/gas ¼. Whip the egg white in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form. Whisk in the sugar a tbsp at a time and keep whisking for a couple of mins until the mixture is thick and resembles shaving foam. Gently spoon the mixture into a large freezer bag, then cut a 1.5cm hole in one of the corners. Cover a baking sheet with some baking parchment. Squeeze a small circle of whipped egg white out of the bag, pulling upwards as you do to make a ghost shape. Repeat until the mixture is used up you should get about 15 ghosts. Bake for 1½ hrs until crisp. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. 2) Now make the cake. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Tip the cocoa powder, self-raising flour and sugar into a large bowl, breaking up any clumps of sugar. Mix together the eggs, milk and oil in a measuring cup or bowl, then pour over the dry ingredients and stir everything together until smooth. Grease and line a deep baking dish (20 x 30 x 5cm) with baking parchment. Pour in the cake mixture and bake for 30 mins. Leave to cool, then turn out onto a serving plate. Alternatively, wrap well and store for up to 2 days. 3) Finish decorating the cake: heat cream in a saucepan until just boiling. Place the dark chocolate in a large bowl and pour over the hot cream. Stir until the chocolate melts. Use a clean brush to paint a layer of chocolate over 7 rich tea finger biscuits, then set aside to cool. Pour the rest of the chocolate mixture over the cake and smooth over with a knife. Whizz the chocolate cookies, or bash in a freezer bag with a rolling pin, until small crumbs form. Sprinkle over the top of the cake. 4) Place the white chocolate in a small bowl, set over a pan of simmering water. Leave for 5 mins or until melted, then spoon into a small freezer bag. Wait for 10 mins so the mixture is not too runny, then cut a tiny hole in one corner of the bag. Pipe out 2 small blobs onto each ghost, place a silver ball on each to make eyes, then pipe out suitable words and shapes on the gravestones. Leave for 30 mins to set, then push the biscuit gravestones into the cake and arrange the ghosts around. To get the ghosts to ‘fly’, push a thin wire (you can get these from a florist shop – remember to remove before eating) into the bottom of the ghost, then place in the cake, hiding the wire behind a gravestone.

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FRANKFURT 2017 MOTOR SHOW

The Frankfurt Motor Show is one of the favourites amongst the manufacturers and there are always a few really special launches – we take a look at some of the highlights of last months show.

Bentley announced the all-new, third-generation Continental GT, The rear retains the ‘haunch’ over the wheels, but the tail-lights and hatch have a neater, more resolved look. A revised version of the 6.0-litre W12. produces 626bhp to take the car from 0-100kphmph in 3.6 seconds, and on to a 333 kph top speed.

The Ferrari Portofino, the replacement for the California T, was shown for the first time with the same turbocharged 3.9 litre V8 engine found in its predecessor, it now produces 592bhp – an increase of 40bhp.

Also with 592 bhp, The new BMW M5 made it’s World debut with 0-100kph in of 3.4 seconds it matches the 604bhp Mercedes-AMG E 63 S exactly the top speed, as ever, is electronically limited to 155mph.

The Mercedes AMG Project ONE is a 1.6 litre hybrid hypercar with over 968 bhp and revs to over 11,000 rpm. Instead of quoting a 0-100 time, Mercedes are quoting a 0-200 time – under 6 seconds!

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Kia, who have re-invented themselves over the years wowed us with the new Proceed concept, it is not yet known if the shooting break will go into production but judging by the interest and the reviews of the recently launched Kia Stinger, it looks like Audi and BMW are going to have a new rival!

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THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HALLOWEEN...

SOME ANIMAL SHELTERS WON’T ALLOW THE ADOPTION OF BLACK CATS: It’s unclear whether black cats are actually sacrificed around Halloween, but various animal shelters refuse to let people adopt these cats in ORIGINALLY, YOU HAD TO DANCE FOR YOUR the lead-up to the holiday.

“TREAT”: Most experts trace trick-or-treating HALLOWEEN USED TO BE A GREAT DAY TO to the European practice of “mumming,” or FIND YOUR SOULMATE: In some parts of “guysing,” in which costume-wearing partici- Ireland, people celebrated Halloween by pants would go door-to-door performing playing romantic fortune-telling games. choreographed dances, songs and plays in These games allegedly predicted who they’d marry. Since Halloween, like Valentine’s Day, exchange for treats. was one of the main celebrations of the year MORE IRISH THAN ST. PATRICK’S DAY: where you could scope out a sweetheart. In Halloween’s origins come from a Celtic festithe US, young people (especially girls) , conval for the dead called “Samhain.” Celts tinued the old Irish tradition. Games, like bobbelieved the ghosts of the dead roamed Earth bing for apples, tried to predict future on this holiday, so people would dress in cosromances, according to the “Oxford tumes and leave “treats” out on their front Encyclopedia of Food and Drink in America.” doors to appease the roaming spirits.

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Top 15 Jokes from the Edinburgh fringe festival 2017 9. “I wasn’t particularly close to my dad before he died... which was lucky, because he trod on a land mine.”

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10. “Whenever someone says, ‘I don’t believe in coincidences.’

I say, ‘Oh my God, me neither!”’ (Alasdair Beckett-King) 11. “A friend tricked me into going to Wimbledon by telling me it was a men’s singles event.”

(Angela Barnes) 12. “As a vegan, I think people who sell meat are disgusting; but apparently people who sell fruit and veg are grocer.”

(Adele Cliff) 13. “For me dying is a lot like going camping.

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What’s On Guide...

1st October 2017: Tapa Tour of Malaga: A number of restaurants & bars in Malaga participate in the “Ruta Exquisita Victoria” great for young and old alike! Take a tour of city center & taste the best tapas.

October 6th to the 12th 2017: Feria de Rosario, Fuengirola the biggest attraction of this fair are the horses with plenty of exhibitions, singing and flamenco dancing, bullfighting and activities in the fairground tents. For more info see www.fuengirola.es.

7th October 2017: Neon Night in Marbella a fund rasier for CADI charity. Starting at 7:30pm neon kits will be given out on the terraces of Marina in Marbella the planned walk starts at 9pm The starting point and the goal will be located on the same site. This is a fantastic night for all of the family to enjoy.

October 17th to the 23rd 2017: Feria de San Pedro de Alcantara, held every year in October. This is a time when the city dresses itself up with lights, fireworks, singing and dancing to celebrate the Patron Saint of San Pedro. The party goes on until the early hours at the feria ground & throughout San Pedro.

October 21st & 22nd 2017: Mind Body & Spirit Festival at H10 Andalucia Plaza Hotel from 11am to 8pm experience talks & demonstrations on Mediumship, Healing, Tarot & Personal Empowerment.

For more info call: 670 628 468 www.mindbodyspiritmarbella.com.

27th to the 29th October 2017: Home Fair Marbella, if you want to renovate or refurbish your home then this is a must for you with lots of experts to help you long. See www.homefaircostadelsol.com for more info to be held at the Palacio de Congresos Marbella 31st October 2017: Mundo Mania in Cancelada have a ‘Spooktacular Halloween Party’ planned with lots going on including fancy dress competitions, fang-tastic food and the tunnel of terror (check out page 9 for more information).

1st November 2017: All Saints Day (also called Day of the Dead). This is a national holiday and many businesses and schools will be closed on this day.

Every Monday: Age Care Drop In where people can chat, share experiences and find out about living in Spain at La Iglesia Bar, near Bonanza Square, Benalmadena Costa 11am -12.30pm.

Every Monday: Arts and Crafts Fair in Benahavis at 8pm in the Main Square in Benahavis.

Every Tuesday: The Costa Women Coffee Club meet every second Tuesday at 10am – 12.30pm for coffee, chats and other activities and is a social group designed to get ladies of all ages together. It’s best to join the group via Facebook or contact Emma on 608 408 771.

Every Tuesday: Age Care Coffee Morning at the Baptist Church, Calahonda, where people can chat, share experiences & take part in a variety of activities. Tel: 952 933 409 for info. 11 am – 1 pm.

Every Tuesday: Age Concern meet at the Manila bar in Los Boliches, next to the Yaramar hotel for Spanish lessons in the afternoon from 3.00pm until 3.45pm. Lifeline 652 537 615.

Every Wednesday: Age Care Drop In where people can chat, share experiences and find out about living in Spain at La Iglesia Bar, near Bonanza Square, Benalmadena Costa 11am -12.30pm.

Every Thursday: Age Concern meet at the Manila bar in Los Boliches, next to the Yaramar hotel for advice, support and friendship from 11.00am until 1.00pm. Pop in and meet new people and make new friends. Call 652 537 615.

Every Thursday: Age Care Drop come & chat, share experiences and find out about living in Spain held in The Pensioner's Bar, Paseo Maritimo La Cala, 11am-12.30pm.

Every Thursday: Market at Calypso, Calahonda.

Every Friday: Age Concern meet at El Caballo de Oro in La Cala from 11.30 until 1.00pm. In the main square behind Supersol. Advice, support and friendship. Lifeline 652 537 615.

Every Friday: Hard Rock Cafe: Live music happening every Friday see www.hardrock.com/cafes/marbella.

Every Sunday: FAMA have a car boot sale at the Hippodrome from 9am - 2pm.

Every Sunday: Craft Market in the Marbella Marina on the Teresa Zabell Pier: 12-6pm.

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Announcing the world’s Newest Cruise Ship and…

Marbella Cruisers 2018 Cruise

Departing October 2018 It’s official: Royal Caribbean Internationals newest ship will be Symphony of the Seas.

Currently being built in St. Nazaire, France, Symphony will join Oasis-class sister ships Harmony of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas, and will be the 25th ship in the fleet; she’ll also be…

The largest cruise ship in the world and…

Marbella Cruisers have reserved 75 cabins at ‘Pre Launch Prices’ We sail the Mediterranean on 7th October 2018 and you are invited to join our group, enjoying our early booking discount, our group discount, free on board spending money for every cabin and as always… …our Marbella Cruiser girls will be by your side ‘Door to Door’.

All that will be needed to reserve the cabin of your choice at our pre launch prices will be a 150 pound sterling deposit, payable to our ABTA registered cruise agent by debit or credit card.

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ocal Info Emergency Numbers

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Central number for Fire, Police & Ambulance National Police Local Police Guardia Civil dica

Medical

112 091 092 062

Emergency 061 Ambulance Marbella 902 505 061 Ambulance Coin 952 453 267

Train Timetables 902 240 202 Airports Malaga 952 048 844 Gibraltar 956 773 026

Health Centres

Marbella 952 769 946 Coin 952 452 767 San Pedro 952 787 700

Town Halls

Marbella 952 761 100 San Pedro 952 453 020 La Cala de Mijas 952 493 208 Fuengirola 952 589 300 Estepona 952 801 100

Fire Brigade

Emergency number 080 Marbella 952 774 349 Estepona 952 804 483 Fuengirola 952 461 046

Consulates

British Ireland Denmark Sweden Germany France U.S.A

952 952 952 952 952 952 952

Marbella Coin Estepona Fuengirola San Pedro

952 771 442 952 822 818 952 822 818 952 467 457 952 785 252

352 475 226 604 212 226 474

300 108 373 383 442 590 891

Tourist Information

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Transport

Bus Stations Marbella 952 764 400 Coin 952 450 366 San Pedro 952 781 396 Estepona 952 800249 For a list of complete times www.andalucia.com/travel/bus

Markets

Monday - Marbella (fairground site on east side) Tuesday - Fuengirola (fairground near Los Boliches) Wednesday -Estepona (Avda.

Juan Carlos) La Cala - Feria ground.

Thursday - San Pedro (Recinto Ferial) Calypso (Mijas Costa).

Alhaurin el Grande - (La Fama) Saturday - Coin (Calle Urbano Pineda), Nueva Andalucia (Next to Centro Plaza the Bullring) and La Cala - Feria ground.

Sunday - Puerto Estepona (Marina).

Cinemas

All the Cinemas listed below show films in English as well as Spanish. Call first to check what is showing that week.

Marbella: Cinesur Plaza del Mar 952 766 941 La CaĂąada 902 333 231 Puerto Banus: Gran Marbella 952 810 077 Coin: La Trocha 951 315 039 Fuengirola Cinesur Miramar 902 221 622

Chemists

24 hour chemist Urb. Artola, Ctra. Cadiz Km 194. Marbella.

Tel: 952 83 25 89

Taxis

Marbella Taxis 952 774 488 Mijas Costa Taxis 952 476 593

Diary Dates

12th October 2017: National day of Spain (Public holiday)

6th to the 12th October 2017: Fuengirola Feria

17th to the 23rd October: San Pedro Feria 29th October 2017: Clocks go back 31st October 2017: Halloween

1st November 2017: All Saints Day (Public Holiday)

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S TA R S I GN S

A look at what's in store for you during October 2017...

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

Aries

Taurus

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Capricorn, during the first part of October 2017 Venus is close enough to Mars to catch its hot energy and passion. This burning drive could be related to a long-distance affair or could bring romantic opportunities your way. The Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars. Are bringing you wonderful energy on the work front status and profession go hand in hand this month. Achievements are attained. Jupiter moves to your house of work during October and is there until November 2018. Its presence here could be more useful to you because it brings luck and popularity. Set your priorities straight and focus on them one at a time!

During the last week of the month there’s a chance you’ll earn more unexpectedly. October is a busy month and that brings with it a certain amount of stress. This could be a threat to your leaving you in a vulnerable position.

Aquarius, the first part of October 2017 is more troubling when it comes to your love life: Venus together with Mars see things move pretty slowly and there are concerns regarding potential trouble in your love life. But after October 17th, you step into a new era: Mercury changes signs and heads toward a conjunction with Jupiter on the 23rd the Sun also follows its lead. So the last part of month comes bearing happy events. Financial concerns are still present during the first part of the month. But October 2017 hosts a major event for you professional life: on the 10th Jupiter enters your sign and for a year and a month, Jupiter will be by your side, opening up unexpected paths, fueling your dreams and ambitions and helping you reach goals you set. During October you don’t seem to have issues physically. But your morale might take a hit while stress and irritability could grow.

Pisces, with Venus and Mars situated in your sign during the first part of October you have strong feelings and impulses and tend to center your existence on your better half. The atmosphere loosens up after October 17th 2017, when Mercury changes signs. On top of that, Jupiter comes into your skies bringing with it a happy event. The 20th can also bring good news, since the Moon makes a conjunction with Mercury and Jupiter. There’s a lot of commotion in your sign this month it’s a very active term when it comes to business and money. Collaborations stand out during the first part of October, but must be dealt with using a lot of tact. On October 10th 2017 Jupiter enters your sign, marking the beginning of a blossoming term lasting three years. The first part of October sees you have a tendency to worry about everything. You regain truly good shape during the last week.

Aries, on October 10th 2017 Jupiter exits your sign after a yearlong stay. Things will begin to settle down slowly and get back to normal. But for now, there’s stillroom for plenty of action! Harmony and luck in love are focusing their attention on you this month from the 14th-22nd, if you are looking for love then now’s the time to find it! During the first two weeks of October 2017 (until around the 22nd) your life isn’t that easy on the work front, Mars and Saturn cause complicated situations maybe setbacks and also delays. You make it through the muddy waters though thanks to your patience and self-belief.

Financially, the second part of the month might help with an extra income, a substantial gift or some other significant material gain. You could be feeling a little low during the first part of October why not take a trip or organise an activity, and meet new people!

Taurus, October 2017 brings you good news, very good news, in fact. On the 10th, makes a triumphal entry in to your sign, where it will stay until November 2018. You’re in for a fantastic year your personal life will be flourishing and luck you’ll have lots of luck. The last week of the month foresees a happy event, a special achievement or opportunity. But you won’t do badly during the first two weeks either. Expect romance, passion and adventure. It seems you have a lot to do during October 2017 at work.

You have a lot of responsibilities and a heightened interest in professional pursuits, with great chances at standing out. You not only have the opportunity to show your abilities and talents you also your authority in your area of expertise. Financially, the month looks to be very lucky and prosperous. You’ll be feeling full of energy why not take up a new sport or hobby?

Gemini, in October 2017 Jupiter will be leaving your sign this will lead to you finding an abundance of opportunities on the path to finding love. Be careful how you deal with October 2017’s temptations and opportunities though! Your professional life will blossom and grow this month. You’ll be busy, busy, busy but with a lot more enthusiasm and satisfaction than of late. Achievements or opportunities can start coming your way beginning with the last week of October 2017. The first two weeks are particularly favorable for artistic/creative pursuits, sports, and promotional efforts. The month has the flavour of luck for you, but financially things go better during the second part of the month. Make the most of the opportunities that come your way and steer clear of conflict!

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Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Cancer, joy, oh, joy! On October 10th 2017 Jupiter enters your sign, the one that says “LOVE” and where it will stay for a year and a month. Expect pleasures and passion, adventure and adrenaline.

Jupiter will stay in your sign for more than a year making life so much easier. The Sun will also shine down on you this month giving you strength, luck and the opportunities you have been craving for a long while.

The Sun is in itself a symbol of status and fame; Jupiter also gets involved from now on so there are good tidings for next year on the work front. October is a mixed month. It could raise some professional issues during the first two weeks due to the tense aspect between Mars and. But during the last week the SunJupiter conjunction promises creativity, beneficial circumstances, success and money. Your health needs to be treated with more attention this month. You should avoid stress and take care of yourself.

Leo, love is not a particular strength for you this October 2017, and even less so during the first two weeks of the month. Saturn makes an adverse aspect with Mars, which can lead to conflicts or various incidents. Things don’t always go as you might want them to, and if you push or try to rush the situation you might even make it worse. It would be best to curb some of your ego and learn to negotiate so you can find the best solution for both parties. Your intellect is alive and kicking this month you are exceptionally gifted for creative work or innovation. You should show a little more restraint and think things through financially. You are feeling somewhat lethargic this month resources are somewhat limited, so you shouldn’t make too large an effort or indulge in excesses. If you balance effort and rest well you will feel better throughout the month.

Virgo, with Mars and Venus situated in your sign this month the first part of October 2017 is full of red-hot romance. Love and desires take over, and every other aspect of life either molds itself into the background. Venus leaves Virgo on October 14th 2017, steering romantic choices toward practical and mundane concerns. Strong will, ambitious plans and action steer the path throughout October on the work front.

You prove yourself to be a worthy opponent and respond promptly to whatever challenge. You can solve a lot of issues during this term, but in order to succeed you need to avoid being impulsive or rash. Money has a major impact on October. Financial senses are very stimulated and can steer you toward business or other pursuits increasing your income. The presence of Mars in Virgo makes you feel very powerful during the first two weeks of October. And you might indeed have more energy, stamina, and be more dynamic.

Libra, the first part of October 2017 doesn’t bring you much satisfaction in the love life department. Venus and Mars are situated in an inactive area of your chart, one that is hard to get and can at times be misleading. It wouldn’t be surprising to run into some reason to be upset or frustrated. Don’t worry though because on October 22nd Mars also enters Libra, so the last days of the month become truly favourable for love and passion. October 2017 is a very active month on the work front. The Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars are full of energy and ambition. Venus brings luck. Mercury sharpens the mind, is inventive and full of ideas, excellent for communication and marketing. Jupiter’s position in your sign is promising for your finances during the next thirteen months. In order to make the most of this luck pay close attention to financial decisions – more so during the first two weeks of the month!

Scorpio, October brings with it a major event: Jupiter enters your sign on October 10th 2017 and stays there until November 2018. Jupiter will bring with it a heightened romantic sensitivity and probability that you’ll fall in love. In some cases an increased fertility or greater interest in having children. Jupiter is the Greater Benefic, bringer of luck and opportunity, opener of horizons and giver of a taste for adventure and large-scale projects. Jupiter promises prosperity both on the work front and the finance front. Your successes this month come through great leadership or organisation skills especially during the last week. During the first two weeks of the month you feel great energy and vigor, one way or the other, it’s all about balance. If you take care of yourself and steer clear of excesses, you have nothing to fear.

Sagittarius, October 2017 is generous when it comes to matters of the heart. Venus and Mars are in strong positions that give freedom to act. Mercury is in conjunction with a benefic planet during the second half of the month. The overall picture of October isn’t calm and full of harmony, but rather dynamic and challenging. Relationships have to do with society, with visibility. You may find love at work or by attending events where there are lots of people. Mars is in your sign this month brining with it competitive and decisive actions. You will be very busy during October 2017. Think carefully about the financial consequences of decisions on a social or professional front! With regards your health you should pay double the attention to how you are feeling until end of this year, think seriously about taking some action to safeguard your health.

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puzzle Link The Words

Solutions on page 80

it out

In each of these puzzles, three words are listed. All you have to do is find another word that can either precede or follow each word linking them:

1)

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FIRST

AGENCY

BAND

3)

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SEA

POLE

MAGNETIC

2) 4) 5)

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BOTTOM SOFT

SHOE

DRAWING WASHING BOX

LINED

SUDS

FAMILY

Guess The Celeb

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B

Sudoku

Brain Teaser

CRACKING THE PASSWORD CIPHER PUZZLE...

A guy was writing his first book.

After saving the document, he locked his laptop with a password and mentioned some phrases for the hint box.

A friend of his tried opening his laptop but found out that it was password protected.

Following is the hint that appeared.

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1 mobile 3 books 2 roars 1 night 4 balls 2 lighters 1 ghost 1 hat 3 watches Can you help him in crack the password?

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Crossword

Across: 7. Progenitor (6) 8. Very little (6) 9. Retained (4) 10. Common wormwood (8) 11. Type of business arrangement (11) 14. Sleight of hand (11) 18. Mad apple or aubergine (8) 19. Twisted, askew (4) 20. Elegant (6) 21. Diffident (of something) (6) Down: 1. Entrance (7) 2. Metal joint (4) 3. Attack from the air (6) 4. Motionlessness (6) 5. Hyperpituitarism (8) 6. Highest ranked (male) (5) 12. Actor (8) 13. Collection (of books) (7) 15. Part of tooth (6) 16. Deviate (from route) (6) 17. Roman meeting place (5) 19. Recess (4)

Name The Film

A The third film in this series following stu- B dents venturing to the Black Hills Forest in Maryland trying to uncover the disappearance of Heather Donahue years before (2016).

Staring Nicole Kidman as a woman who lives in a darkened old house with her two photosensitive children becomes convinced that her family home is haunted (2001).

Say What You See...

Prison prison prison prison prison prison.

walking AIR

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The Jokespage

Jokespage

Halloween is a very confusing time….

When you are a child your parents say, "Never take sweets from strangers." Then Halloween comes around and they dress you up and send you out trick or treating, you have to knock on people's doors and say, "Trick or treat”… Basically accepting sweets from TOTAL strangers – It’s a funny old world!

What do ghosts eat for breakfast?

Dreaded wheat!

The Agony of Ageing: On the morning that Daylight Savings Time ended I stopped in to visit my ageing friend. He was busy covering his penis with black shoe polish.

I said to him, "You better get your hearing checked - You're supposed to turn your clock back".

Demons are a ghoul's best friend.

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A police officer brought four boys before a judge. “They were causing an awful lot of commotion at the zoo, You Honor,” he told the judge. “Boys”, said the judge sternly, “I never like to hear reports of juvenile delinquency.

Now I want each of you to tell me your name and what you were doing wrong.” “My name is Paul,” said the first boy, “and I threw peanuts into the elephant enclosure.” “My name is Fred,” said the second boy, “and I threw peanuts into the elephant enclosure.” “My name is John,” said the third boy, “and I threw peanuts into the elephant enclosure.”

“My name is Peanuts,” said the fourth boy…

Why do ghosts make bad liars?

Cos you can see right through them!

Bill decides to tie the knot whit his girlfriend.

One evening after the honeymoon, he is sorting out his golf equipment. His wife is standing nearby watching him. After a long period of silence, she says, “Darling, I’ve been thinking.

Now that we’re married I think it’s time you gave up golf. Maybe you should sell your clubs and golf cart.” Bill gets a horrified look on his face. His wife says, “Darling, what’s wrong?”

Bill says, “For a minute there you sounded like my ex-wife.” “Ex-Wife?” she scream, “I didn’t know you’d been married before!” Bill retorts, “I wasn’t!”

Where do fashionable ghosts shop for clothes? Bootiques.

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KIDS PAGE

trace a line to match the test tubes below

can you unravel the words and find out whats hidden beneath... answers are down below!

umppkin stomner critk ro eatrt carsed sothg

1) pumpkin 2) monster 3) trick or treat 4) scared 5) ghost

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bring this monster to life, cut around the dotted lines and attach it to his head!

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CAN YOU HELP IGOR NAVIGATE THE MAZE?

HOW FAST CAN YOU GET FROM THE START TO THE FINISH?

WEIRD SCIENCE

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE...

CAN you see the 8 differences on the left hand picture

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puzzle Trivia Quiz Answers

1) Charles Babbage 2) 90 degrees 3) 14 4) Lent 5) Noisettes 6) 3 7) Reveille - The Rouse 8) Morocco 9) Red 10) Beaufort 11) Hercule Poirot 12) Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin 13) Bulgaria 14) Countdown 15) Toby 16) Phileas Fogg 17) 12 18) The Queen 19) Sepia 20) Charlton Heston 21) Red and Green 22) Potato 23) Sherlock Holmes 24) Sardinia 25) Frederick Forsyth 26) Donald Duck 27) Back 28) Belgium 29) St Paul’s Cathedral 30) The Munster’s

Answers from 24, 70 & 71

it out

Link The Words 1) Aid 2) Line

3) North 4) Soap 5) Tree

Guess The Celeb Robert Downey Junior Cat Deeley

Brain Teaser

The password is - Moonlight You have to take the corresponding number letter of each word.

1st in mobile is M - 3rd in books is O 2nd in roars is O - 1st in night is N 4th is balls is L - 2nd in lighters is I 1st in ghost is G - 1st in hat is H 3rd in watches is T

Crossword Solution

Sudoku Solution

Name The Film Blair Witch (2016)

The Others ( 2001)

Say What You See 1)Prison Sentence

80

2) Walking on Air

3) Pigs in a Blanket

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