Euro Weekly News - Costa Blanca North 6 - 12 August 2015 Issue 1570

ISSUE NO. 1570

6 - 12 August 2015

COSTA BLANCA NORTH YOUR PAPER, YOUR VOICE, YOUR OPINION

Fire breaks out at Alfaz theme park

200 people evacuated from Magic Aqua Excalibur

By Jason Bailey A fire that damaged parts of Magic Aqua Excalibur inAlfaz del Pi caused the evacuation of 200 people and required four firefighting tenders to extinguish it. The blaze broke out Turn to Page 4 at about

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Metal tubing stolen THE Department of Sport in Elda has reported the theft of 180 metres of rectangular tubing worth €3,500, which wrapped around the athletics track in the town.

Local Police have now recovered the metal tubing from a scrapyard but unfortunately the tubing has been cut and rendered unfit for its intended use.

Bull-running death in Gata de Gorgos AN elderly man of 85 has died after his neck was broken when he was rammed and knocked to the ground by a bull in the Bous al Carrer in Gata de Gorgos on Monday August 3.

He is the fourth fatality in the bull- running celebrations in Valencia Province this year.

Suspected arsonist behind Lliber fire A FIRE broke out at around 9.30pm on the night of Monday August 3 at the Place de la Font d’Aixa in Lliber.

Mayor José Juan Reus said

the blaze on the mountain was in two separate sites, the same location every summer, leading to suspicions that there is an arsonist at work.

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Taxi-drivers call off August strikes

THE move comes following meeting with authorities

By Gemma Quinn THE taxi industry in Valencia has decided to suspend the strikes that were to be carried out in August.

Following a meeting, the strikes have been called off to give a vote of confidence to the new Department of Transport.

Secretary of the Association of Alicante Radio Teletaxi, Jose Francisco Ferrandiz, said they had decided to see how the new department works and how to respond, with the planned strikes for August 15 being cancelled for now.

The industry’s main demands are to eliminate the intrusion and piracy in the sector by unregulated taxis, and members want more control; a measure which they note “is already being felt in Alicante” since the change in government after the last municipal and regional elections: “There is more presence of the Local Police at the train station and at the airport and drivers are being required to produce documentation,” said Ferrandiz.

STRIKES OFF: Pending outcome of talks with Department of Transport.

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Sanlucar de Barrameda’s stunning beach horse races

DENIA’S Department of Social Welfare is organising the XII Fira D’associacions to be held on October 3. Non-profit participants can apply to join from August 6 to September 7 between 9am and 2pm.

Summer school Busy in July Cordon Press

AUGUST sees this Cadiz coastline become track for ancient event

APPROXIMATELY 210 children aged between three and 15 attended summer school in July organised by l’Ajuntament of Teulada.

Javea tourism Reservations up JAVEA’S Tourism Department has reported 95 per cent for hotel reservations for August with rental reservations at 97 per cent. Last year occupancy figures were around 90 per cent in total.

More police Beach patrol

Shock tactics REMARKABLE RACES: Take place over six days this month.

By Carol Irving AUGUST sees one of the most spectacular events in the racing calendar in Spain take place on the sandy beaches of Sanlucar de Barrameda, Cadiz. The beach in the Bajo de Guia area of town becomes a horse racing track during August evenings with pure thoroughbred race horses running at full speed during the late afternoon, creating a stunning backdrop of some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Cadiz.

Originally, the races were organised by owners of horses used to transport fish from port to market. With time, and the new trend for ‘English-style’ horse

74,028 is the number national unemployment dropped by in July according to the latest report from the Ministry of Employment and Social Security. July was the sixth consecutive month of drops, bringing the total number of registered jobless people in Spain down to 4,046,267.

racing taking root in Madrid, San Sebastian and Sevilla, the event gradually evolved into formal races.

Local records from the year 1845 show that the first formal horse racing event on the beaches of Sanlucar took place the same year, making the 2015 event the 170th anniversary.

In 1997 it was declared an event of International Tourist Interest and it is organised in two cycles of three days, the first this year starting on August 12-14 with the second cycle on August 21-23.

Around 30,000 spectators are expected to gather along the length of the seafront of Bajo de Guia beach to watch this incredible competition.

Tasers to be brought in

Moraira jazz

CATALUÑA’S police force, the Mossos d’Esquadra, will be provided with between 130 and 140 Taser electric guns by the end of this year. They will only be for use in exceptional circumstances to avoid ‘greater evils.’

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Quote of the Week Illegal immigration is a threat to the whole of the European Union. Spain can be used as an example of how migratory flow can be managed,” said Ignacio Cosidó, general director of the police in Spain.

City wants banks to collaborate MORE than 300 terminally ill and destitute families are currently on the waiting list of the Municipal Housing Board of Alicante for social rent.

The city said this is four times more than two years ago

and they are oversubscribed and in urgent need of housing.

Councillor for Housing and Social Action, Nerea Belmonte said the 800 social housing properties are all occupied as well as 2,000 flats in the city.

The situation has become so serious that the city is desperately negotiating with eight banks for sale or purchase of housing stock that has been swelling during the crisis. Just as lack of resources or evictions

AT an extraordinary plenary session in Benidorm this week the proposal to add five more police units to the beach patrol was passed unanimously.

have increased families in need of housing.

Following the first set of meetings, councillor Belmonte highlighted the interest of the entities in collaborating with the city to solve the housing

problem and help the families with urgent needs.

The city wants the banks to transfer the management of housing to Alicante where they can get families to occupy them.

THROUGHOUT August in Moraira the 5th Edition of the Voramar Street Jazz Festival will pop up in various streets of the town with live jazz every Tuesday to entertain residents and visitors.

Holiday queen Six attendants ON Saturday August 1 at 11.30pm at the L’auditori de les Nits Angela Cano was presented as Holiday Queen 2015 accompanied by her six attendants.

Benissa fiesta Street dancing THE Fiesta de Piños in Benissa was held on Friday July 31 and Saturday August 1, with Mass in honour of the patron saint, street dancing and fireworks.

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Medieval theme park suffers fire damage A THICK cloud of black smoke could be seen across the region From Front Page

News Desk 36 European Press 38 Russian Press 39 Finance 41 - 46 Stocks 42 Leapy Lee 47 Daily TV 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60

1.30pm on Saturday August 1 in an area next to the main reception. As the decorations were fibreglass with wooden frames, there was a thick cloud of black smoke seen throughout the region.

A Belgian family staying at the camp-site next door, Villamar, said they rushed back from the pool to investigate the smoke but realised it was next door to their camp-site.

The area was quickly evacuated and the flames extinguished by 2.30pm. The cause of the fire is still undetermined but it is thought that an electrical fault in one of the ornate towers was to blame.

BURNT OUT: One of the park’s structures.

There were two minor injuries, a firefighter cut his hand and a customer fell during the evacuation.

Francis and her husband Jean, from France, praised the staff and fire crews: “We saw the smoke and were told to leave calmly. Although it was worrying, we never felt in danger.”

The fire damaged two turrets at the attraction and empty rooms beneath them, as well as spreading to palm trees in the vicinity. It did not spread to any public areas.

Magic Costa Blanca, which owns the attraction, said it continually reviews its safety policy and that it regretted the incident.

The park reopened shortly afterwards.

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Late night hold-up leaves Alicante tram passengers unimpressed

Letters 62 Time Out 63 - 66 Pets 67 Legally Speaking 69 Health & Beauty 70 - 71 Nora Johnson 72 Social Scene 73 - 78 Homes & Gardens 79 - 82 Property 84 - 89 Services 90 - 93 Classifieds 94 - 96 Motoring 97 - 100 Sport 101 - 104

THE lack of nightly transportation in central Alicante is causing congestion and long queues for the last tram of the day, especially in the vicinity of the Playa de San Juan and El Campello.

Frustrated tram passengers used social networking to air their dissatisfaction when

they had to wait for an hour in the heat for transport home.

The congestion is apparently caused by a strike in FGV services. Users are unimpressed with the service laid on late at night when passengers feel the service should be prompt and reliable, especially for women

travelling home alone.

Regular users pointed out that the problem was inherited from former management but whereas in previous years any protests from drivers left summer night services unaffected, now there seems to be a continuing problem with night trams.

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Open swim attracts eager entrants TEULADA Town Council organised the open swim across the port of Moraira on Sunday, August 2 for the 20th year.

The event attracted 80 swimmers this year, in all age categories ranging from babies right up to grannies. Many were full of enthusiasm and eager to show everyone they could still tackle the 1,800-metre swim from Portet to l’Ampolla.

To qualify to swim the full 1,800 metres, the swimmers had to be over 16; others swam a shorter distance.

Younger competitors completed 300 metres starting from the mouth of the harbour, and at 12.15pm, smaller participants tackled 45 metres.

Finally tiny tots bravely completed 15 metres accompanied by a family member.

Medals were presented for the first three in each category.

Terrace trouble for Benidorm cafés PROPRIETORS feel harshly treated by council

PENALTY: There are fines of up to €1,500 for setting out too many tables on terraces in Benidorm.

By Community Reporter IT is the old, old story. Street cafés and restaurants with large terraces do a roaring trade throughout the summer, generating lots of revenue to tide trade over through the winter.

In Benidorm, however, inspections on the number of chairs and tables permitted have caused a great deal of resentment amongst owners who feel they are being treated unfairly by the council as they are told to cut down the number of covers they ca serve on their terraces.

In many cases owners have had to clear

One owner had 36 tables but now has only half that number

only one or two illegal tables and chairs but in one or two instances restaurateurs have lost half their seating. One café owner said: “I had to halve the 36 tables I had and now I have had to lay off staff because there just aren’t enough customers to warrant keeping them.”

Calle Alameda was targeted for inspection first and other streets followed, with Department of Trade representatives warning owners of impending inspections.

According to the proprietors most affected by the clampdown on terrace tables, the stringent checks being carried out at present are counter-productive to trade, with changes made regardless of whether the street furniture disturbs other bars or the flow of traffic and pedestrians. The fine for exceeding the number of tables ranges between €1,200 and €1,500, although for now none has been levied.

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Local author published COSTA BLANCA resident Michael Hillier recently completed a book-signing tour in the UK following publication

by Matador of his new novel ‘The Secret of the Cathars’.

The story centres upon the activities of a fictitious French television archaeologist in the genuine historical location of Le Bézu in Languedoc.

Michael is a member of the Creative Writing Group of the Moraira Teulada U3A and is finding life as a published author “a new and interesting experience.”

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Food aid extended through the holidays 500 families will continue to get help with basic food supplies and toiletries

By Community Reporter CATHOLIC charity Caritas has announced that it will make two deliveries of food in Alcoy in August to cover the requirements of needy

families in the area throughout the holiday season.

Pressure on charities providing food for poorer families in the community tends to increase throughout the school holidays as many children

can no longer benefit from a school meal during the day.

The Caritas service in Alcoy reached 1,975 people last year, with around 500 families being the main current users of the commissary,

which is manned by more than 40 hard-working volunteers.

Help is provided on a ‘shopping list’ system, choosing from more than 60 available items ranging from basic food necessities to personal

items and toiletries.

Caritas volunteer Rafael Tortosa said: “The commissary continues to help families in need; without it these families would hardly be able to survive.”

WELL REHEARSED: 120 pupils demonstrated skill and artistic creativity.

The 16th Escola d’Estiu de La Nucia July Festival THE San Rafael July Festival of the 16th Escola d’Estiu in La Nucía was held in the play-

ground with a large public attendance.

More than 200 watched the

120 children go through their paces, each class demonstrating considerable skill and artistic creativity.

Councillor for Social Welfare Beatriz Perez-Hickman attended with Esperanza Puerta, Councillor for Equality.

The theme was ‘Dances of the World’ with each of the groups showcasing a dance from Africa, Spain, Hawaii, Egypt, India, Brazil and the USA. Diplomas were presented to 155 students who participated in the show.

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Illegal building TWO real estate companies have been forced to request urgent action from the council in Elche on three occasions to consider possible illegalities within a recent housing construction in Arenales del Sol.

Aqualandia celebration BENIDORM’S Aqualandia celebrated its 30th anniversary on Thursday July 30 with live music, a photo-call and many extra nightly attractions.

Cleaning up THE Department of the Environment in Benidorm has removed 25,000 pounds of debris at La Lloma yet remains without a budget to continue the clean-up operation.

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Chickenpox jab included in Valencia schedule HEALTH authorities in Valencia have agreed to include the chickenpox vaccine on the immunisation calendar for children.

The cost of vaccination will mean an expenditure of around €6 million, with children receiving a first dose of the vaccine at between 12 and 15 months old and a second between three and four years old.

The move follows continuous calls by paediatricians to include the vaccine in the schedule, considering it is a disease with a high risk of contagion. Chickenpox most commonly causes an illness that lasts about five to10 days with the classic symptoms including an unpleasant itchy rash of blisters showing on the face, chest, and back, spreading to the rest of the body including inside the mouth and eyelids.

By Jason Bailey FLAMES swept through a storage depot next to the town’s desalination plant on Saturday August 1.

The blaze was spotted at 4pm and members of the local Civil Protection unit were in the process of changing shifts so were first on the scene.

The depot stored electrical and analytical equipment, most of which, along with the warehouse itself, was consumed by the flames.

Firefighters were commended by the police for managing to stop a lorry and other inflammable equipment from being destroyed.

The police are investigating the possible cause of the blaze but with the area so dry the fire is thought to have been an accident.

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PRAISED: Firefighters managed to save a lorry.

Road rage for residents at so-called renovations RESIDENTS of Alicante’s El Pla have denounced the newly-completed renova-

tions at Plaza Gomez Ulla in the city.

The refurbishment of the street at one corner of the square at the crossroads is highly visible even though it is not due for reopening for several weeks.

The works were carried out by Alicante Council on a budget of €240,000 but residents feel the results have in no way justified the expense, claiming the finish is sloppy and additions to the pavements and roads do not match.

Worst of all, however, are the ‘ramps’ that have been i nst al l ed f or t he convenience of wheelchair users.

They are nothing more than l arge l um ps of m oul ded concrete, most of which are un-useable as the angle to the road is too steep.

President of the Alicante Disabled Association Llanos Rodríguez tried out

the ramps in her wheelchair and found them impossible to negotiate.

In addition, she alleges t hat i t i s not j ust one but most of the road ramps on the square that prove inaccessible.

Rodr í guez sai d: “I t i s sham ef ul t hat t hey have spent that amount of money on these works, and the access ramps have been made of blobs of cement. It is sad to see.”

Those r esi di ng i n t he neighbourhood claim they were not consulted by the council on any of the proposed changes and feel that som e of t he al t er at i ons needed have not been addressed while other less important changes have been carried out regardless.

And, claim residents, there is not a road worker to be seen despite the project being reportedly unfinished.

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Holiday apartment was not as shown FAMILY not impressed with accommodation

By Jason Bailey

A FAMILY holiday costing €6,800 turned into a disaster, when their apartment was not as shown in the brochure.

The Hemingways from Huddersfield had been looking forward to a family holiday at the Levante Lux Apartments. The party of eight had booked through Thomson and said they were excited by the pictures of the apartment in the brochure. Thomson’s website says that the Levante Lux Apartments combine the best in self-catering with the

benefits of a hotel.

Upon arriving the family were less than impressed by the condition of the apartment.

According to dad Mark Hemingway, who has diabetes, there were punch holes in the doors, a cooker without any shelving, mould, filth and loose panes in the patio doors.

After four nights they were moved to Levante Beach Apartments which Mark said were better. Thomson has offered the family €440 in compensation but Mark believes they should get more. A Thomson representative said the company was “…sorry to hear of the family’s experience.”

Police undergo new training LOCAL Police in La Nucia have undertaken 20 hours of training on new laws on public safety, the course running from Mon-

day July 27 to Thursday July 30.

Included was a programme of analysis of new laws pertaining to

general policing: identification; preventative actions and searches as well as updates on weapons and drugs.

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Man electrocuted in basement FORMER Calpe councillor reported to be handling electrical wiring

By Community Reporter A MAN has died after being electrocuted in the basement of a house in Cami de Baydal on the outskirts of Teulada.

The deceased is 63year-old Eugenio León Cardona, a well-known figure and former Calpe councillor.

He gave up politics in the 1980s and went into private

business, becoming a popular local employer. The house in Teulada belongs to his wife’s family.

Cardona was handling electrical wiring in the basement at

around 10pm on Saturday August 1 when the accident occurred. Indications are that he died instantly from a severe electric shock. The family alerted the emergency services

immediately and a Health Civil Protection unit and Guardia Civil arrived at the scene.

Paramedics tried to revive the victim but were unable to save his life.

Diana visits Ibiza JET-SETTING turtle Diana, released back to the wild from Denia recently, has been tracked via GPS to Ibiza.

Diana was rescued when she became entangled in a plastic bag and lost a fin. She has now started on her next adventure after being fitted with a GPS system and released into the waters near Les Rotes, Denia.

After release she headed northeast and then changed direction and is currently at the northern coastline of Ibiza. Diana has not used the most direct route though the distance from De-

nia to her present location is 126 kilometres but the tracking software says she has travelled 186 kilometres.

It is not known whether Diana intends to embrace the dance culture of Ibiza and visit some of the island’s hedonistic clubs.

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Rebate for water bill IN Benissa a rebate reduction of €70,000 will allow cash to be reallocated for investment in providing drinking water in the town. The plan was agreed at the council’s last plenary session.

Circus ban THE new Environmental Party in Valencia has introduced a ban on animal circuses. Wellknown circuses such as Americano and Mundial will no longer visit the city, confined instead to neighbouring towns.

New role MAYOR of Denia Vicent Grimalt, PSPV, is the new President of the Mancomunitat Cultural Circuit Marina Alta (MACMA).

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Boats venture too close to Denia coast FINES of up to €3,000 for trespassing within 200m

By Community Reporter THE coves of les Rotes in Denia are as yet unmarked by buoys to protect swimmers.

New mayor Vicent Grimalt has confirmed that marker buoys are ordered for May of next year.

This year, however, the coves are crowded with swimmers and boats persist in coming in too

close. On the morning of Wednesday July 29 a Red Cross lifeguard had to repeatedly sound his whistle to warn a boat sailing too near swimmers.

Boat owners are restricted to 200 metres from the shore for the safety of swimmers and snorkelers. Those who venture to take their boats and jet skis to within 100 metres of the shoreline may be fined up to €3,000.

Taxi shuttle suggested to link with the AVE TAXI drivers are suggesting an alternative to the AVE shuttle service, currently taking passengers from the Madrid train to coastal resorts. Drivers are asking, if a service can be provided for those travelling to Benidorm and Torrevieja via bus, why can the same service not be proved by taxis?

Spokesman Ignacio Pico, president of the association Radioteletaxi said: “We would like taxi drivers to be included in the negotiations.

“Taxis are a reasonable alternative and we are open to talk about rates and services, and a joint ticket with the TRAM could be done just the same with taxis.”

Driver drug tests on way COUNCILLOR for Security Vicent Ripoll has confirmed that local police in Altea are pioneering drug testing on drivers.

Agents equipped with a scanner capable of detecting up to six types of substances including cocaine, amphetamines, opiates and cannabis will perform random tests.

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Grants available THE Department of Education in Carr announced on Thursday July 30 that students can now apply for awards of up to €50 each.

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Benidorm road-user survey under way MOTORISTS are being canvassed for urban mobility plan

Cleaning Crevillent THE solid waste collection and street cleaning was one of the first topics to be discussed during Crevillent’s first plenary session in July.

Grape juice BENITACHELL has produced the first organic Muscat grape juice. It is due for release on September 10.

The production techniques were developed by local farmers.

COLLECTING DATA: An average of 90 motorists are surveyed at several points in the city.

By Jan Gamm STAFF at the Department of Civil Engineering and the University of Alicante (UA)

are already in the process of preparing a survey of 5,000 pedestrians and drivers to form a Plan for Sustainable Urban Mobility (PMUS).

The survey has been commissioned by Alicante City Council and funded by the Blue Zone concessionaire.

The consultant in charge of the project, Vicente Mateu, told Benidorm Mayor Toni Pérez on Friday July 31 that the first wave of surveys would be conducted throughout the summer with results collated by the end of September.

A further 10,000 surveys will run over Christmas and Easter for inclusion in a final document.

The survey is intended to provide a detailed examination of traffic and parking problems in Benidorm for pedestrians, cyclists and car drivers. It will also include public transport with an analysis made at tram stations and bus depots.

An average of 90 motorists are surveyed over an hour at several points in the city from 8.30am to 9.30am on major roads.

Next week, the survey will be carried out during the evening.

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Outrage at Saharawi child’s treatment THE Association for Support of the Saharawi People has denounced a paediatrician at the Doctor Sapena Salud in Elche for refusing to prioritise an examination for a 10-year-old Saharawi child.

The child is staying with a host family as part of the ‘Holidays in Peace’ programme which accommodates Saharawi children during the hottest part of the year and also enables them to have medical check-ups.

The child’s original appointment was for the middle of August but the host family thought it appropriate to bring forward the examination to allow plenty of time should further treatment be required, in time for departure on September 3. However, the doctor remarked that he would not prioritise the child’s appointment when he had “Spanish children waiting, whose parents pay taxes.”

Outraged by the doctor’s insensitive and alleged discriminatory remarks, the host family has now brought a denouncement against the clinic.

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Cilla dies at home in Spain, aged 72

By Jo Harvie SINGER and TV presenter Cilla Black has died at her home in Spain, aged 72.

The much-loved star passed away on Saturday, August 1, at her home in Estepona on the Costa del Sol. The coroner confirmed on Tuesday, August 4, that the star died following a stroke. She had been sunbathing, and lost her balance as she stood up, hitting her head as she fell.

The blow knocked her unconscious, and she would not have suffered during the stroke that resulted.

Cilla’s career spanned more than 50 years, from huge hits in the 60s with Anyone Who Had a Heart, and Alfie, to a staple of Saturday night primetime TV in the 80s and 90s, presenting Surprise, Surprise and Blind Date.

Born Priscilla Maria

Veronica White, she changed her name to Cilla Black, but became a beloved household name simply as Cilla.

She was discovered when working as cloakroom attendant at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, and her distinctive singing voice won the support of The Beatles, who championed her career in the early days.

Although retired in recent years, she was still regularly heard from in the media, often accompanied on nights out by her good friend and fellow scouser Paul O’Grady.

In 2014, BAFTA honoured her with an outstanding contribution to television award.

Credit Carrie-Nelson/Shutterstock

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Raising awareness of diabetes Our Euro Women series is featuring women who have made a success of their lives in Spain. These outstanding ladies have been shattering glass ceilings whether in business, charity work or sports.

Anne Bowles has a busy life supporting diabetic sufferers and fundraising for charity.

ANNE BOWLES is a woman who possesses an incredible amount of energy and enthusiasm which has been the key factor in how she has achieved so much in her life here in Spain.

After marrying Frank in England in 1975, Anne was already showing the world what talents she had when they both began singing in a barbershop choir in Surrey. She tells me that was one of the best periods of her life as she enjoyed socialising, organising, and travelling to many singing events, entering into all she did with a passion.

Anne and Frank decided to make a new life in Spain, so they bought a home here in 1975, and in no time at all their social life was booming. One unfortunate setback was that Frank suffered with diabetes and there was little help in Spain at that time for anyone with similar problems.

A friend of theirs, Martin, also had diabetes and this was a condition that needed to be addressed as well as also raising awareness in others. It was this realisation that initiated the good work that Anne is continuing to do today.

The Diabetic Support Group (DSG) was founded by Anne and Frank Bowles with the co-operation of Martin and Barbara Rhead in 2003 and the group has helped hundreds of sufferers come to terms with their condition and lead a normal life.

Anne is a believer that knowledge is power, and this was her

FUNDRAISING: As President of La Cala Lions, Anne raised €80,000 for various charities as well as supporting local diabetics in her own time.

Giving sufferers information that has saved lives

By Jan Gamm

I like positive people and those with a good sense of humour.

Life is precious so we have to rise above difficult situations.

aim in life, to give those sufferers the vital information they needed that could, and has, saved their lives.

With much help from the local Lions group, the organisation began its operation with the added support of Dr Francisco M Gomez Trujillo of the Beafranin Clinic in Fuengirola, who had studied in the USA, and also a Finnish doctor, Dr Matti Tolonen, a nutritionist.

After years of helping others, Anne also became a member of La Cala Lions and both her and husband Frank were

Fact file Name: Anne Bowles Age: 75 Profession: Former President of La Cala Lions and Founder of the Diabetics Support Group Family: Stepchildren Nature or Nurture: Both Where from: London Where now: Mijas Costa Pets: Cat called Sam Languages spoken: English and Spanish Book or TV: Book Favourite title: Any fast-moving fiction novels by James Patterson

active in organising fundraising events such as golf tournaments and other functions. Frank was a golf fanatic, so he was approached to write about golf, which then led to bigger things. Anne and Frank began another project.

What are your strengths: Organising, caring for people Where would you like to be in five years’ time: Still in Spain but also travelling more What is your greatest success: The inauguration of the Costa del Sol Golf News and the Lion’s Presidency What irritates you most in people: Indecisiveness and lack of confidence Best period in your life: Second marriage to Frank Who is your hero? Jack Nausbaum for his work with handicapped children and sight impaired golfers.

Together they were heavily involved in the inauguration of the Costa del Sol Golf News in 2005, which grew from strength to strength due to Anne’s networking and massive input to the growth of the business. She juggled her

commitments with the Lions and her diabetic support group with her social networking that made the Costa del Sol Golf News a household name, and still she had the energy for more.

In her free time she still performed and organised events for the Barbershop Choir Spain, and raised money for charity too. Sadly, some years later she lost the love of her life, Frank, but that has made her stronger, as she remembers how he believed in her and gave her the confidence to achieve so much.

Anne went on to be President of La Cala Lions last year and within that time raised €80,000 for various beneficiaries. When asked what kind of people she preferred to be with, she said “I like positive people and those with a good sense of humour. Life is precious so we have to rise above difficult situations. I like people who are firm but fair.”

Anne has granted many wishes of others, and asked if she had a wish that she would like granted, she said with her usual sense of humour “Yes... to have long, curly hair and no wrinkles.”

Do you know a Euro Woman? If you do please drop us a line at eurowomen@euroweeklynews.com giving full contact details and why you feel they deserve to be honoured.

As well as being featured in the EWN a book is being produced for Christmas with all profits going to charitable organisations.

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Elche makes second bid for iconic statue DAMA DE ELCHE is in on display Madrid museum

By Jan Gamm ELCHE’S councillor for Culture, Vicent Marzá, on a visit to Madrid has called for the return of the historic statue the Dama de Elche, currently on permanent exhibition at the National Archaelogical Museum, Madrid, to her namesake city in the name of “fairness and justice.”

The government has already rejected several requests for the return of the statue, the last in June 2015, on the grounds that the iconic bust was “too fragile to be moved,” although it was loaned to Elche briefly some years ago.

Marzá said, “We want the Dama de Elche back home after 118 years,” stressing that the statue is part of the culture

of the Valencian people. Not only does he demand that the statue is returned to Elche but also wants the funding re-

118 The number of years the Dama de Elche has been away from the city

THE DAMA DE ELCHE: Council wants her home.

quired to ensure that the appropriate educational and cultural facilities are put in place to support a strategic plan to support the social and economic growth of the city.

He added: “The case of the Lady of Elche is a matter of justice and respect for the heritage of Valencia, in the same way as regional funding.”

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Robbery spate raises concern A SPATE of burglaries in the Jesus Pobre area has scared residents and led to the Guardia Civil alerting people to be vigilant.

There were four break-ins during the night of Saturday August 1 in the vicinity of Jesus Pobre.

A British couple returned home, just off the Carretera Jesus Pobre, to find that their door had been forced and valuables taken. They called the Guardia

Civil who attended but could not find any fingerprints.

They informed the couple that there had been four other burglaries in the area on the same night. The couple had seen two ladies the previous week and had been asked if they wanted to buy an intruder alarm. The Guardia Civil said that any suspicious people should be reported to them immediately on 965 791 085.

Banyeres house fire believed to be electrical BBVA: Head office in Bilbao.

By Community Reporter A DENIA judge has overturned an appeal made by the BBVA Bank concerning a bank commission of €20,510 that was charged to a company in Pedreguer, setting a precedent

for other companies to refuse to pay such charges.

The amount accumulated over ten years, starting when the firm did not have enough funds to cover the bank’s management fees and the commission being charged on unpaid bills.

A FIRE completely destroyed a private residence in Banyeres on Thursday July 30. Neighbours alerted the fire service at 1 am in Banyeres’ calle Serelles. Firefighters were able to eventually extinguish the blaze at around 2.30am.

The cause of the fire is as yet unknown although it is suspected to have started with a short circuit.

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Tricia can also help out in other areas. At the unit you can place an advert, book excursions, print boarding passes and arrange money transfers, and of course pick up the latest edition of EWN. So if you are at the market, pop in and say hello to Tricia at the EWN unit; it will make her day.

Daily Mail pays a visit AFTER the alleged use of outof-date pictures that showed Levante Beach full, the Daily Mail sent Robert Harding to report on the situation first-hand.

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Views from the Market MONEY makes the world go around and it is certainly an important part of business for Tony’s Exchange, Stall 116 at the Benidorm Indoor Market.

Tony, like his father before him, runs a currency exchange unit that opened in 1995. When asked about the market, Tony said: “It is a lively market with something for everyone. It has changed since the days of siestas but you have to adapt to customers’ needs. We mainly deal with British clients and they like to be able to come here at a time to suit them.”

He added that if he could change anything about the market he would modernise the entrances. Tony is also a local celebrity as on his last birthday he raised €645 for a local dogs home. We asked Tony for a personal message for his clients and EWN readers. “We aim to provide an honest, professional and friendly service to all. We feel our clients deserve it,” he replied.

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Major marihuana plantations busted POLICE swooped on villas in La Nucia and Alfaz del Pi

HASH HAUL: Nearly 1,500 plants seized in two operations.

By Community Reporter TWO large marihuana plantations have been dismantled, one in Alfaz del Pi and another in La Nucia, both run from private villas. Two people were taken into custody and charged with crimes against public health.

Police were prompted to investigate a strong odour of marihuana coming from the La Nucia villa on July 20. A Spanish man aged 42 was arrested after police discovered he was growing 406 plants in a basement hydroponic greenhouse.

In a separate incident at a vil-

la in Alfaz del Pi, on July 24, a greenhouse on the ground floor was found to accommodate 1,078 plants and 200 grams of marihuana buds ready for distribution. A 49-year-old Belgian was arrested.

Both men have been released pending court appearances.

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September switch-off ELCHE will again switch off 7,000 of its 30,000 lights in a bid to save energy, to take effect in September after the summer holiday season.

End of year STUDENTS of the preemployment workshop (Tapis) in Benidorm have finished their school year until September, receiving diplomas and congratulations from Mayor Toni Pérez.

‘Woman to Woman’ entrepreneurship A CHARITY project is set to create employment for women aged over 45 in Alicante and other provinces of the country.

The initiative is designed to promote employment in the group most affected during the economic crisis.

A Pilar Mateo project entitled ‘Woman to Woman’ and managed by her daughter, Jessica Lopez, promotes entrepreneurship among mature women and provides free training, counselling and mentoring for those who have not had the opportunity to start a business.

The short-term plan is to create 75 jobs in Valencia, 50 in Alicante, later extending to 150 women and with the aim of expanding into other regions of Spain, and possibly in the longer- term other countries.

Jessica Lopez said: “We are already receiving requests from Panama, Nigeria, Colombia and the Dominican Republic for the project to become established there.”

A software package has been developed for each participant on free tablets for invoicing and other business applications.

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FIRST holiday weekend passes without serious incident on the Co

FLOWING WELL: Traffic hold-ups were minimal, believed to be due to the staggered i

By Linda Hall COSTA BLANCA traffic over the first weekend in August luckily passed without serious injuries and with few incidents.

The A-31 to Alicante and also the N-332 fe usual heavy movement of traffic, especially coast but traffic hold-ups were minimal, large thought to the staggered influx of tourists.

Free parking DRIVERS can park anywhere in the blue and green parking zones in Elche during August for free. However, despite the parking fee being waived many automatically bought a ticket anyway! Some meters display an information sticker and some do not – so check first!

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A vehicle overturned during the afternoon of Saturday August 1 on the Alicante ring-road but no injuries were reported and traffic suffered minimal delays as a result of police clearing the road.

€130,000 boost for home-care funding THE Department of Social Welfare has enabled funding of an additional €130,000 in an attempt to reduce or even eliminate the waiting list for homecare which currently serves 600 people in Elche.

A total of 75 people are on the waiting list for home-care services. It is hoped that this latest injection of funds will cover care requirements for all of them.

Councillor for Social Welfare Teresa Macia said that since January the waiting list has been steadily increasing.

In March, when new specifications were launched, the previous government team did not include the same people who expected to receive the service, leaving the list incomplete and a poor indication of actual need.

To completely eliminate the waiting list an increase of about €36,000 per month is required, which will be adjusted accordingly so that no one is

left without proper support.

Teresa Macia added that her only concern was to prioritise citizens’ welfare regardless of numbers.

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Police rescue turtle in a bag LOCAL Police on duty in La Cala on Wednesday July 29 rescued a turtle struggling to free itself from a plastic bag.

The officers retrieved the Loggerhead turtle from the water, finding it had partly eaten the bag in its efforts to extricate itself.

Therefore, its stomach had to be cleansed and it also suffered a few minor injuries.

The Centre for Wildlife Recovery in El Saler, Valencia, admitted the turtle for a few days before returning it back to the sea.

WELL ATTENDED: The campus attracted national and inte

International Campus in La ATTRACTS international competitors

By Community Reporter THIS week at the Ciutat Esportiva Camilo Cano La Nucia, the third Campus of the Spanish Federation 2015 International Badminton took place.

It attracted 72 national and inter-

national students as well as international coaches and veterans.

They included Spanish Doubles Champion Laia Oset, 50th world seed Italian player Jeanine Cicognini and European of Badminton Federation experts Jakib Joft of Denmark the UK’s Rob Watherell.

Stocks of fans exhausted on the Costa Blanca

UNBEARABLE: The summer heat without fans to cool things down.

AS residents of the Costa Blanca struggle to cope with the extreme heat in temperatures topping 30 degrees most days (and nights) despite the recent rainfall, their discomfort is further aggravated by a shortage of electric fans.

One local told the Euro

Weekly News: “I searched five shops for an entire morning to find a small table-top fan for my son to study in comfort but in the end had to give up – there just aren’t any available!”

The heatwave has resulted in stocks being completely exhausted. Local supermarkets

and hardware stores in just about every town up and down the Costa Blanca sold out their summer stock in just two weeks after the heatwave hit.

There seems no hope of early replenishments, leaving no other choice but to order online and hope for prompt delivery.

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ernational players.

Badminton a Nucia The tournament ran from July 26 to August 2; the Spanish Badminton Federation (FESBA) approved the third International Campus of La Nucia an official activity within its annual calendar with players of all levels and categories taking part in a week of play.

Sergio Villalba, Councillor for Sports for La Nucia, said: “This international Badminton Campus is growing and getting better each year so we must congratulate its organisers and continue to support them in its consolidation.”

DENIA Mayor Vicent Grimalt and Councillor Eva Ronda attended an afternoon reception and diploma presentation for the third Municipal Plan of Employment and Training Programme in the basics of Hair and Beauty managed by Creama of Dénia.

The event was also attended by Councillor Rafael Carrió, the alderman for environment and parks and gardens, Josep Crespo, and Manager of Creama, Rosario Donderis.

Mayor Grimalt congratulated all the successful participants and praised the commitment of the municipal government in giving continuity to the Municipal Plan of Employment and Training that makes such courses possible.

Eva Ronda thanked everyone involved in the course for their outstanding contribution and hard work. The council invested €80,000 in the

course which saw a total of 30 places filled, 12 of which went to over 45s, 16 to students aged 25 to 45 and two under the age of 25.

The Hair and Beauty programme covered a duration of 960 hours divided into specific modules of hairdressing and aesthetics.

The objective of the plan is to get unemployed citizens into work through retraining on an individual monthly scholarship of €430.

In other areas of the programme, the Department of Works and Services has supervised a number of candidates working in parks and gardens, environmental projects and also education.

Tasks included asphalting, trimming hedges and weeding and clearing abandoned tracts of land ready for development, as well as cleaning and painting of schools and repairing school property ready for the new term.

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Motorised shopping trolley due for release this autumn JOAN BERTRAN, President of the Esclat Association which runs a work centre for the disabled in Barcelona, and the president of Rolser Pedreguer, Joan Server, have signed an agreement to jointly manufacture a motorised shopping trolley.

The new shopping cart has been designed to bring a big improvement to the lives of people

who are disabled and who must rely on others to help them shop.

Designed by Xavier Caballero from the centre and Rolser engineer Javier Gilabert, the shopping aid will be available in the autumn.

The signing of the agreement was attended by the vice president of the Generalitat de Catalunya, Neus Munté.

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Taking care of the Peñón d’Ifach MANAGEMENT responsibility of the landmark to be shared

MAJOR ATTRACTION: The Peñón was forced to close in April due to safety concerns.

By Community Reporter CALPE’S Councillor for the Environment Ana Sala and the General Directorate for the Environment have arrived at a compromise for the continued maintenance of the Peñón d’Ifach.

This follows the disastrous closure of one of the region’s most popular tourist

attractions at the start of the busiest holiday season of the year.

The aim is to establish the safest and swiftest programme of maintenance to enable the reopening of the landmark. The ministry forced its closure on grounds of public safety in April.

Improvements in safety at the Peñón are urgent, especially as it seems all efforts to

keep the tunnel entrance closed have failed, with tourists gaining daily access to areas pronounced unsafe underfoot.

Plans are also in hand to request ministry assistance in the maintenance of Calpe’s famous Salinas wetlands, which were at risk recently when a major pump failed, leaving water levels too low to sustain various species of birdlife.

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Fun and fundraising in Javea with Telitec TOTAL raised was €900, all of which is going to Grant a Wish

By Jason Bailey TELITEC’S Big Four for business and charity was a huge success from Wednesday July 29 to Saturday August 1.

The Business Brunch at Nostros in Javea on Thursday was well attended Christopher Blair from 2b2m Sarl was the lucky winner of the Euro Weekly News business card raffle prize.

The Paintball Party on Thursday July 30 at Elite Paintball in Javea brought out everyone’s competitive side!

Teams from Telitec, Continental Wealth Management, Pellier and Heredia and Steam Verde fought a hard battle resulting in a draw between Peter Steam’s Steam Verde troupe and Telitec’s finest warriors.

And for those who enjoy a cocktail, massage and the chance to make new

FAMILY FUN DAY: Ignacio Pellicer Molla with his family. contacts the Ladies Afternoon on Friday July 31 at the popular Mintt chiringuito ticked all the boxes.

The Family Fun Day on Saturday August 1 rounded off the four days. The Euro Weekly News was there as a spon-

sor and caught up with some familiar faces. Ignacio Pellicer Molla of Pellicer and Heredia, sponsors of the event, enjoyed the day with friends and family.

Telitec’s Business and Promotions Manager Gemma Broad took to the

stage and announced the winners of the raffle, with many wonderful prizes generously donated by local businesses.

The total raised was €900, all of which goes to Grant a Wish.

Contact Gemma on 626 939 223.

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MAGNIFICENT SETTING: The play is performed inside the Basilica of Santa Maria.

By Gemma Quinn ELCHE’S Mystery Play, or ‘Festa’, is one of the most renowned theatrical performances in the world.

The sacred musical drama depicts the death, the passage into Heaven (known as the Assumption) and the crowning of the Virgin Mary. It is performed every year in two acts on August 14 and 15 in the city.

More than 300 volunteers are involved in the play each year. It is sung entirely in Valencian and some Latin and has been performed at the Basilica of Santa Maria for centuries. Its origins are believed to date

back to around the 13th century, although some historians who have studied the play, say they would put its origins at nearer the 15th century.

The Mystery Play is also famous for its split level stage which includes the vertical ‘celestial’ stage, which descends from within the dome of the basilica.

The play is part of the city’s identity and heritage and the perseverance and affection of the people of Elche have converted the Mystery Play into the last surviving vestige of performances of its kind.

In May 2001, UNESCO declared it a ‘Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible World

Heritage’ making it the first Spanish festival to receive this award.

Evening performances of the ‘Vespra’ on August 14 and the ‘Dia de la Mare de Deu’ on August 15 are free to the public. However, due to the popularity of the play, it is advisable to arrive several hours early to get a seat in the basilica.

Open rehearsals are held on August 11, 12 and 13 when the whole performance is concentrated into a single day.

Tickets are now available to purchase for these rehearsals via www.instanticket.es costing from €5 or call the Casa de la Festa on 965 456 112.

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Teachers affected by vacancy posts

A FALLEN palm tree in Elche has destroyed a vehicle and part of a school fence. The vehicle was parked just outside the school gate of the Dama de Elche School on Calle Hilarion Eslava.

While Local Police halted the traffic in the area, firefighters had to utilise two chainsaws to chop the trunk of the tree into manageable chunks to facilitate removal.

The palm was apparently free of disease or infestation by red palm weevil.

However, experts believe that the weight of the tree in full fruit combined with strong winds may have caused it to fail. No one was injured in the incident.

THOUSANDS of teachers have been affected by alleged errors by the Ministry of Education in filling vacancies.

The ministry decided to advance the online listings of posts for the next school year, but multiple mistakes were detected by unions, forcing it to withdraw and postpone the publication until the errors were corrected.

In total there are 9, 331 vacant teaching posts which must be filled; 3,618 of them relate to primary schoolteachers and 5,713 to secondary.

The STEPV union said the most errors were detected in secondary school posts awarded to teachers who did not meet the language requirement. Another union, ANPE, said the ministry had not published in advance a provisional list of places with the corresponding period of appeals or complaints “as has been the practice every year” and the listings were to be removed “because this is not the course of action to follow if you want to improve public education and the conditions of teachers.”

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Beneixama pounded with huge hailstones STORM sweeps region causing extensive damage

STORM DAMAGE: Hailstones the size of eggs rained down.

By Community Reporter HAILSTONES the size of chickens’ eggs and larger caused havoc in the Beneixama area of Vinalopo on Friday July 31, with cars and buildings pounded for a full half hour in a weather phenomenon local residents described as “apocalyptic.”

The storm swept through the region just after 6pm, smashing windows and tiles and pock-marking expensive toldos.

The roofs of agricultural businesses took a severe beating and it is estimated that in the olive groves and almond orchards as well as vineyards, 80 per cent of the crops under cultivation could have been lost.

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Toys to be recycled for needy children FOR the second consecutive year in Alcoy the Spanish Toy Manufacturers Association (AEFJ) is to recycle 23,000 kilos of toys for distribution to needy children as part of a ‘Share and Recycle’ project.

The toys were donated by families whose children have grown out them and despite being secondhand they are still in excellent condition.

The incentive is to make life

a little happier for children whose families have no access to toys.

And the project has a second benefit in that many of those involved in the handling and sorting of the toys at the Special Employment Centre ILADE Awakening Association of Castalla are disabled, providing integration and motivational activities in a working environment.

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By Community Reporter CALPE’S fiesta queens, Natalia García and Mari Carmen Martínez, performed the traditional

‘crida’ on Friday July 31, calling on citizens to honour the town’s patron saint, the Verge de les Neus.

The official announcement of the celebrations was made from

Chickenpox jab for Valencia HEALTH authorities in Valencia have agreed to include the chickenpox vaccine on the immunisation calendar for children.

The cost of vaccination will mean an expenditure of around €6 million, with children receiving a first dose of the vaccine at between 12 and 15 months old and a second btween three and four years of age.

The move follows continuous calls by paediatricians to include the vaccine in the schedule considering it is a disease with a high risk of contagion.

The decision was not unanimous with communities governed by the PSOE expressing dissatisfaction with the measure, saying it was not justified by some scientific societies.

Altea signs new energy contract ALTEA Mayor Jaume Llinares met with Iberdrola’s delegate in the Valencian Community Joaquin Manuel Longares on Wednesday July 29, to sign a new energy contract to be managed through the Diputación Provincial de Alicante.

The new contract has been signed with the aim of achieving an annual saving of €45,000 on the cost of the municipal power supply. The move to make a change in the energy supply was approved unanimously at the council’s last plenary session.

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of the town the balcony of the town hall with accompanying officials Francisco Penella Giner and Ana Perles before a plaza packed with local residents and visitors.

The fiesta queens welcomed all to participate in the forthcoming fiesta celebrations to promote tourism and the long-held traditions of the town.

JAVEA’S International Jazz Festival introduced children to the world of jazz through games.

On Wednesday July 29 the first session of a workshop conducted by Eugenia Savall Llorca took place featuring music, fun and games aimed at educating children through rhythm, improvisation and creativity.

The teacher follows the method of Jaques-Dalcroze, based on music, movement and co-ordination, relating to the artistic rhythms of the music, the natural movements of the body and the boundless imagination of youth.

Councillor for Culture Quico Moragues and Director of the Xabia Jazz festival, Kiko Berenguer, were spectators at the workshop that involved around 40 children aged between four and seven.

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THE nature and animal park Terra Natura is marking International Tiger Day with a programme of activities to generate awareness of the danger of extinction of the world’s largest big cat.

A photography workshop for youngsters will be held on the tiger theme and a discussion will take place focusing on the tiger and its habitat and what can be done to conserve its future in the wild.

Panthera Tigris is the largest of the cat species reaching a total body length of up to 3.38m (11.1ft), weighing up to an impressive 388.7kg (857lb) in the wild. It features a recognisable pattern of dark vertical stripes on reddish-orange fur.

Tigers are in danger of extinction due to illegal colonisation, the destruction of its natural habitat and also poaching.

ALTEA Town Hall and the Department of Youth are collaborating on the organisation of the third edition of the Bellyflower Festival, a fusion event celebrating the music and dance of the Arab culture.

The festival will take place tomorrow, Friday August 7 and Saturday 8, when there will be belly-dancing demonstrations from a collection of talented artistes, an oriental bazaar and tapas and drinks.

The fun starts with a Gala Show at L’Estanc Altea on Friday with guest performers from Morocco, Brazil, Italy, France and Argentina. Entrance is €5.

On Saturday August 8 there will be an opportunity to take part in eight hours of intensive training with professionals from different disciplines including Oriental Dance, Indian Dance and Tribal Dance at the Youth Centre, Sala Multiusos.

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Belly-dancing celebrates the Arab culture.

Handling pesticides safely FINESTRAT’S Environment Department is launching new basic courses on how to handle pesticides safely, organised and supervised by ICSAM SL, food and environmental safety experts.

The courses will cover how to identify toxins, recognise risky substances and use pesticides in a safe and secure manner. Such courses have been offered before in the area and have proved highly popular so it is recommended that places, which are limited, are booked early to avoid disappointment.

The courses commence on Monday September 7 and Monday September 14 from 4pm to 8.30pm and will be conducted at the Casa de Cultura in Finestrat at a charge of â‚Ź50 per person. Participants, who must be over 18, and will be briefed on the use of various pesticides to protect plants and trees against infestation.

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COSTA DEL SOL

Kitesurfers up in arms over Guadalmar beach ban ASSOCIATION refutes claims of interfering with aircraft as they only go up 30 metres

KITESURFERS: Banned on certain beaches.

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SINCE kitesurfing was banned on Guadalmar beach, near Torremolinos and Malaga-Costa del Sol airport, Malaga City Council has acted fast and given kitesurfers a new area to practise their sport. But complaints are multiplying following their banishment from the area by the air authority because of flight safety concerns.

Aena has had the sport banned from the area, where about 1,000 kitesurfers flock on windy days and seven schools give lessons, while investigations are carried out on a recent accident involving a publicity plane.

Yet Costa del Sol Nautical Sports Association spokeswoman Marta Olea said: “There’s no way it could have been a kitesurfer, we only go up 30 metres at the most and that type of plane flies at 1,000 metres in the area.”

The city council has given permission for kitesurfing between Sacaba beach and the Guadalhorce river mouth, yet experts complain the area is no good for novices.

CAMPILLOS has joined the growing list of Malaga towns that have banned circuses and other attractions with animals which could encourage animal cruelty.

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International art

Settling in

CARTAGENA’S mayor has said he wants to use the existing railway station for the AVE high-speed train link which would be the cheapest and quickest option. Cartagena hopes to welcome the first AVE passengers in 2017.

A GERMAN woman, 22, was arrested in s’Arenal for allegedly attacking a couple with a broken bottle. She attacked the arresting officers and claimed she had been robbed by the male victim.

PRESTIGIOUS Almuñecar-born photographer Francisco Mingorance has received five awards in different categories at the First Fine Art Photography Awards 2015 competition, where artists from 77 countries participated.

VERA Town Hall intends to create a foundation for newcomers to Levante. It would be specifically aimed at assisting the integration of those intending to buy property and live in the area.

Smoother ride ALMERIA Diputacion will spend €450,000 on widening and resurfacing the AL-3106 between Las Negras and Campohermoso. This will also ease communication between Nijar’s central and coastal districts.

No parking

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A SWIMMER, aged 50, had to be arrested after getting trapped in some jellyfish nets off the coast of San Pedro del Pinatar.

MANACOR Town Hall has banned parking on the access road to Cala Varques beach. Parking is banned on both sides of the road, and fines of up to €200 will be issued.

AN 83-year-old woman has been arrested in Rincon de la Victoria suspected of having hit her husband, who died in hospital the day after a reported fall, with a crutch.

EL EJIDO’S 2014 accounts showed a positive balance of €17 million. This was the “fruit of austerity and optimisation of public spending” by the town hall since 2011, the Finance councillor said.

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TORREVIEJA’S indoor market, La Plasa, is to get new air conditioning installed at a cost of €33,000 following complaints by traders and customers.

Sea sickness MORE than 80 people suffered from food poisoning from a pasta dish they ate on a pleasure boat cruise around Aguilas, Murcia. The boat owners now face a fine of between €615,000.

THE Ella International Lesbian Festival will be held in Palma again this year from September 1 to 9. The councillor for Tourism, Commerce and Work, Joana Maria Adrover, said the city aims to be “LGTB friendly.”

Helicopter rescue A WOMAN had to be rescued by helicopter on Sunday afternoon from Rio Higueron in Frigiliana after breaking her ankle. The 36-year-old was flown to Nerja and then taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment.

MAZARRON’S water company, Agualia, has been fined almost €38,000 by the town hall for what they say is a “serious breach of contract” concerning the issuing of bills to property owners.

A MAN, 48, died after falling from the old firemen’s tower on Son Castello Industrial Estate in Palma. It is not known why he climbed the tower. Paramedics, Local Police and firefighters attended.

Fire ban ALL authorisations to burn garden or agricultural refuse were annulled by the Balearic Nature Institute (Ibanat) earlier this week due to the high temperatures expected all over the island.

AUGUST started off busy at Malaga-Costa del Sol airport with a total of 316,000 passengers registered in five days. Saturday (August 1) was the busiest day, with 412 flights.

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MOTRIL Council has approved a new by-law to put an end to evictions in the town. An anti-eviction office will be created and the council will offer protection to families at risk.

Open again SALOBREÑA castle, one of the town’s main icons and tourist attractions, has re-opened to the public following 15 months of renovation works. Local businesses hope this will provide extra income.

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THE Chinese company HNA recently bought Swissport, which runs ground handling at Almeria airport. The €2.7 million deal includes Swissport’s handling concessions at Alicante, Barcelona and Lanzarote airports.

Fruitful season ALMERIA Province had a bumper crop for the fourth year running. The 2014-2015 season produced fruit and vegetables worth €1.988 billion.

Launch soon MICHELIN-starred chef Dani Garcia, who has two restaurants in Marbella, is launching the Dani Garcia Foundation to fight childhood obesity and encourage good eating habits. The foundation is expected to be launched soon at the Costa del Sol hospital.

High demand ELECTRICAL demand in July reached highs not seen since 2008 in Malaga. Demand peaked on July 23 at 1,275 megawatts as fans and air conditioning units ran non-stop in an attempt to beat the heat.

Concert off JULIO IGLESIAS had to postpone his concert at Starlite Marbella, planned for yesterday, August 5, as doctors decided he had not recovered sufficiently from a back operation in June. The singer said he was sad to miss the annual festival.

4G services MARBELLA, Fuengirola and Manilva are the first Costa del Sol towns in which mobile operators Telefonica, Vodafone and Orange have started providing 4G services via 800MHz bandwave to provide locals and tourists with faster, better connections.

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Racist police snoops?

SWEDEN: American rapper Snoop Dogg has accused Swedish authorities of racially profiling him, after he was pulled over by police in Uppsala and taken to a station for drug testing.

Marriage law FINLAND: A petition aiming to reverse the equal marriage law has gathered 50,000 supporters, enough to see the issue debated in parliament.

The campaign is run by ‘Association for Real Marriage.’

Toy alert SWEDEN: Police launched a full response in Malmo after receiving reports of someone on a city balcony with a gun and bow and arrow. The potential killer turned out to be a small child playing with toys.

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Wind of change GERMANY is producing record amounts of energy from offshore wind turbines, putting more into the grid than the whole of the rest of Europe in the first half of 2015.

50TH birthday for Thunderbirds THREE new episodes of the popular 1960s children’s puppet show Thunderbirds are to be made at Slough Trading Estate, Berkshire, the site of their original creation, to celebrate Gerry Anderson’s show’s 50th anniversary.

BRITISH PRESS Ice cream trail

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IN the hope of some warmer weather, Scotland is to celebrate all things chilly and delicious in August with a new Ice Cream Trail celebrating locally made products and the best parlours across the country. Download the map from visitscotland.com.

A CANNABIS farm with drugs of a street value put at £300,000 (€428,700) was discovered by police in a Glasgow tenement flat across the road from the city’s Sheriff Court. No one was arrested in the raid.

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POLICE were searching for the driver of a Reliant Robin threewheeled car, which reversed through the barrier at a level crossing and stopped on the train tracks in Pinxton, on the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire border.

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PLANS are in place to build the world’s ‘longest and tallest tunnel slide’ at the Orbit Tower, next to the Olympic Stadium in London. The 178-metre long, twisting slide will open in spring 2016.

POLITICIANS are considering extra funding for a Welsh language project in Patagonia, Argentina, marking the 150th anniversary of the arrival of settlers who established colonies in the South American region.

Google fail A MAN who tried to force Google to remove stories about his involvement in a £51 million (€72.9 milion) VAT scam has lost his court case. A judge at the Nottinghamshire County Court dismissed Malcolm Edwards’ ‘right to be forgotten.’

DENMARK: Copenhagen is dealing with an infestation of rats, caused partly by the renovation of the city’s sewer system, and a strike by bin-men in the spring.

NORWAY: Former professional cyclist Thor Hushovd, widely considered Norway’s greatest ever road racer, is planning to establish a new Norwegian cycling team, which will start competing in 2017.

Press charges AUTHORITIES have launched a treason investigation into a news website, Netzpolitik.org, alleged to have reported on plans to increase state surveillance. It’s the first time journalists in Germany have faced treason accusations in 50 years.

Ladies first

FACEBOOK’S policy of stopping users create profiles under fake names has come under fire from a Hamburg privacy watchdog, which has said the social network can’t force people to change their user names or provide ID.

DENMARK: The largest fashion event in the Nordic region, Copenhagen Fashion Week, kicks off on Wednesday August 5 and runs until August 7, showcasing the work of Scandinavian designers.

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IN response to a wave of violence against refugees and migrants, someone in the small town of Freital has put up a series of pro-migration posters, with messages including ‘Refugees welcome’ and ‘Nazis secretly eat falafel.’

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NORWAY: The Norwegian government will provide around €458,000 aid to Haiti, to support the running of elections in the impoverished Caribbean nation.

Pro refugees

THERE’S controversy over Frankfurt airport’s designated women-only parking spaces, ‘bigger, nicer and closer to the terminals.’ Some argue the spaces are important for women’s safety when alone in a car park, others say they are patronising.

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POPULAR: Instant messaging.

Teenagers are glued to Snapchat ON message INSTANT messaging service Snapchat has seen a surge in popularity, with two million people in the Netherlands having it installed on their phones, and 71 per cent of 12 to 19 year olds using the app.

Many maps AMSTERDAM City Council is publishing a series of 90 online maps showing quirky, fascinating and use-

DUTCH PRESS ful points of interest, including the location of the city’s bins, concentrations of wild bee populations and listed buildings.

Shell cuts ANGLO-DUTCH oil giant Royal

Dutch Shell is to slash 6,500 jobs in an effort to cut billions of euros in spending in the face of falling oil prices and decreasing profits.

Robot footie AT a world competition designed to push boundaries in tech innovation, a Dutch team lost the RoboCup football final to a Chinese side. The team from Eindhoven University were beaten 4-1.

Jacko wacko BECAUSE of a spat between Michael Jackson fans over who best tends a shrine to the singer in Munich, which has even turned to violence with one mourner allegedly throwing a glass candle holder at another, the city has said it may remove the memorial.

Working out UNEMPLOYMENT is at a historic low, with July’s seasonally adjusted figure 6.4 per cent, the lowest since reunification.

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Aland Islands threat claim dismissed Credit Johannes Jansson.

CONTROVERSY over Baltic Sea archipelago

ALAND ISLANDS: Dispute over threat.

THE Finnish defence minister, Jussi Niinisto, claimed it was necessary to defend the Aland Islands in the Baltic Sea from possible occupation by Russia. His assertion was dismissed as “out of proportion” by the Finnish opposition.

Murder gran A ST PETERSBURG pensioner charged with poisoning and dismembering a 79-yearold woman who was in her care may face charges over at least 10 deaths, after newspaper reports of the discovery of a diary in which she recorded serial killings.

Pilot’s trial A FORMER Ukrainian pilot has appeared in court in the southern Russian town of Donetsk, accused of involvement in the death of two Russian journalists. Nadiya Savchenko has been in custody for a year. Her lawyers are arguing for her trial to be moved to Moscow.

Market opens A HIPSTER market is opening for the month of August in the Moscow financial district, in an effort to open up the office area to residents and visitors, with skateboarding tournaments and artisan food stalls.

Food prices STATE statistics office Ros-

Tokyo talks PLANS are being put in place for Japan’s foreign minister, Fumio Kishida, to visit Moscow, which could also firm up arrangements for a trip to Tokyo by Vladimir Putin.

There is continued disagreement between the nations over the ownership of four islands of the Southern Kurils.

stat has released figures on the cost of basic food items, which includes a rise in milk prices, related to European sanctions, a halving of the price of cucumbers and a 100 per cent increase in the cost of carrots.

Brave brides CASH-strapped but enterprising Chechen women have been accused of conning Islamic State recruiters, accepting payments of 10,000 rubles (€150) to become Jihadist brides, but pocketing the cash without travelling to Syria and blocking their would-be husbands on social media.

Field threat A YOUNG farmer threatened to burn her family’s cornfield in a video address to President Putin, after being refused a bank loan and government grant. The agriculture ministry responded that her debts were too high to secure further credit.

Fumio Kishida.

Power games THE Russian military has challenged the USA and Europe to a show of strength contest. “We are ready to come to their ranges and demonstrate who is better, more powerful,” said deputy defence minister Anatoly Antonov.

More sanctions THE US has imposed further sanctions on Russia, adding a billionaire gas trader, Crimean port authorities and some former Ukrainian officials to a banned list for business, over the continuing conflict in Ukraine.

Party ban AN OPPOSITION party, Parnas, has filed a complaint over the Novosibirsk regional election commission’s refusal to register it for a local election.

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Prosecutors call for Afinsa directors to face up to 19 years in jail for fraud SCHEME claimed 190,000 victims who lost money in postage stamp scam

By Community Reporter AFINSA, the Spanish collectibles company, was third largest in the world after Sotheby’s and Christie’s, before its offices in Madrid were raided by police and closed amid allegations of fraud in 2006.

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€2.5 billion in compensation to be claimed by prosecutors

With more than 190,000 victims being duped out of their money, prosecutors have called for prison sentences of up to 19 years for the directors, and compensation of €2.5 billion.

One of the largest investment frauds in

Commenting on the Greek crisis: “The atmosphere is similar to the time after 1968 in Europe.”

Donald Tusk, European Council President

BUSINESS EXTRA

Vodafone cuts jobs

CAR MANUFACTURERS: Acted as a cartel in the industry.

Record fines for auto industry FORMED as recently as 2013, Comisión Nacional de los Mercados y la Competencia, CNMC (National Markets and Competition Commission) has been investigating the auto industry in Spain.

It has announced that in its opinion, 21 companies have effectively acted as a cartel with the ‘systematic exchange of confidential and commer-

cially sensitive information’. A total fine of €171 million has been imposed on these 21 companies, the largest being €22.8 million and the smallest €50,000.

Three companies were found not to have taken part in the cartel, with four being excused a fine, although this is the largest fine ever imposed

by CNMC.

FOLLOWING its takeover of ONO, the Spanish company specialising in broadband, communications and entertainment, Vodafone has advised workers’ representatives of formal consultations in September regarding making 1,300 employees redundant.

Wage drop IT has been announced that the average annual wage in Spain for 2014 was €26,606, which was down 0.2 per cent (€50) from the 2013 average, although Social Security costs have risen.

Busy resort BENIDORM businesses are seeing a huge increase in tourist visitors following the attacks in Tunisia, with many families from the UK seeking last-minute holidays.

Puerto Banus for sale?

THE famous Marbella port, which is owned by a private company, has attracted interest from a consortium which includes the Chinese, a Spanish construction company and a Swiss bank.

It appears that the local authorities are

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aware of the offer, which is said to be in the region of €200 million. As the current owners have the rights to manage and develop the port until 2067, it is more than likely that any sale will see an expansion of the port on its eastern side.

Spain of recent years was allegedly perpetrated by the company. Like most of the so-called ‘Ponzi’ schemes, which rely on paying profits from new investments, or as in this case artificially inflating the so-called value of stamps involved, everything crashed overnight.

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Santander CEO joins PM Team ANA BOTIN, previously CEO of Santander UK, has been asked to join the Business Advisory Group which advises the prime minister.

This group of 19 executives meets to discuss the financial position of the UK with David Cameron. All except Botin represent British companies.

With the referendum on Europe in 2017, it is seen as an important step to include an external and European view of the United Kingdom’s economy.

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PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) COMPANY 3i Group 551.00 -2.50 Aberdeen Asset Management 363.05 -0.95 Admiral Group 1,475.50 -5.50 Anglo American 797.80 -13.40 Antofagasta 563.50 -3.50 ARM Holdings 1,001.50 -5.50 Ashtead Group 969.00 -12.50 Associated British Foods 3,224.00 -1.00 AstraZeneca 4,329.75 9.75 Aviva 517.75 -2.25 Babcock International Group 989.50 -2.00 BAE Systems 480.00 -0.20 Barclays 287.53 -1.42 Barratt Developments 632.75 -2.25 BG Group 1,093.00 0.50 BHP Billiton 1,164.50 -18.00 BP 393.13 -2.32 British American Tobacco 3,783.50 -17.50 British Land Co 839.75 -1.25 BT Group 469.35 4.90 Bunzl 1,831.00 -3.00 Burberry Group 1,602.50 -6.50 Capita Group (The) 1,306.50 2.50 Carnival 3,528.50 -23.50 Centrica 267.15 0.65 Coca-Cola HBC 1,339.00 1.00 Compass Group 1,024.00 -1.00 CRH 1,893.50 -13.50 Diageo 1,791.25 1.75 Direct Line Insurance Group 363.60 -2.30 Dixons Carphone 455.55 -0.25 easyJet 1,636.00 -8.00 Experian 1,196.00 -5.00 Fresnillo 645.75 -1.25 G4S 273.75 -0.95 GKN 315.80 -2.70 GlaxoSmithKline 1,395.75 -0.25 Glencore 204.65 -3.35 Hammerson 656.50 -1.50 Hargreaves Lansdown 1,197.00 -1.00 Hikma Pharmaceuticals 2,397.00 2.00 HSBC Holdings 587.70 8.00 Imperial Tobacco Group 3,364.00 -1.00 Inmarsat 890.00 2.00 InterContinental Hotels Grp 2,669.50 -28.50 International Consolidated Air 532.00 -2.00 Intertek Group 2,632.00 185.00 Intu Properties 326.40 -3.20 ITV 278.70 -2.00 Johnson Matthey 2,905.00 -10.00

% CHG. NET VOL -0.45 5,299.91 -0.26 4,814.54 -0.37 4,097.31 -1.65 11,294.59 -0.62 5,722.90 -0.55 14,230.86 -1.27 4,852.24 -0.03 25,008.99 0.23 54,583.00 -0.43 20,977.21 -0.20 4,968.86 -0.04 14,968.88 -0.49 48,148.02 -0.35 6,226.56 0.05 36,866.97 -1.52 24,711.24 -0.59 73,322.21 -0.46 69,720.50 -0.15 8,466.56 1.06 39,015.78 -0.16 6,098.40 -0.40 6,957.19 0.19 8,493.78 -0.66 7,297.34 0.24 13,262.10 0.07 4,762.62 -0.10 17,119.10 -0.71 15,432.23 0.10 45,537.45 -0.63 5,469.00 -0.05 5,168.91 -0.49 6,530.10 -0.42 11,623.90 -0.19 4,752.96 -0.35 4,235.85 -0.85 5,206.21 -0.02 67,591.63 -1.61 27,594.47 -0.23 5,137.24 -0.08 5,606.45 0.08 4,783.06 1.38 112,610.76 -0.03 32,052.97 0.23 3,978.74 -1.06 6,476.70 -0.37 11,053.19 7.56 3,934.00 -0.97 4,319.98 -0.71 10,933.01 -0.34 5,924.17

COMPANY PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) Kingfisher 359.60 -1.10 Land Securities Group 1,297.00 -1.00 Legal & General Group 259.70 -1.00 Lloyds Banking Group ORD 83.69 0.49 London Stock Exchange Grp 2,595.00 -16.00 Marks & Spencer Group 541.50 -2.50 Meggitt 464.25 -0.25 Merlin Entertainments 412.05 -3.45 Mondi 1,533.00 -7.00 Morrison (Wm) Supermarkets 181.70 -0.80 National Grid 852.50 -0.60 Next 7,970.00 -20.00 Old Mutual 211.80 -0.30 Pearson 1,195.00 -8.00 Persimmon 2,037.50 -9.50 Prudential 1,495.75 -11.75 Randgold Resources 3,848.50 -13.50 Reckitt Benckiser Group 6,157.00 8.00 Reed Elsevier 1,119.00 1.00 Rio Tinto 2,453.50 -33.00 Rolls-Royce Group 821.75 27.75 Royal Bank of Scotland Group 335.45 -6.75 Royal Dutch Shell 1,837.25 -2.75 Royal Dutch Shell 1,856.50 -4.00 Royal Mail 504.25 -0.75 RSA Insurance Group 520.00 6.00 SABMiller 3,379.75 15.25 Sage Group (The) 517.75 -3.25 Sainsbury (J) 263.25 -1.65 Schroders 3,153.50 -9.50 Severn Trent 2,208.50 4.50 Shire 5,687.50 7.50 Sky 1,139.50 -0.50 Smith & Nephew 1,189.00 0.00 Smiths Group 1,124.00 -5.00 Sports Direct International 789.25 -2.75 SSE 1,517.50 2.50 St James's Place 974.50 -4.50 Standard Chartered 975.90 -4.30 Standard Life 451.20 -3.20 Taylor Wimpey 193.15 -1.25 Tesco 213.80 -1.90 Travis Perkins 2,248.50 1.50 TUI AG 1,091.50 -10.50 Unilever 2,911.00 4.00 United Utilities Group 892.00 -1.00 Vodafone Group 242.00 0.15 Weir Group 1,514.00 -23.00 Whitbread 5,175.00 -15.00 Wolseley 4,235.50 -20.50 WPP Group 1,470.00 0.00

% CHG. -0.30 -0.08 -0.38 0.59 -0.61 -0.46 -0.05 -0.83 -0.45 -0.44 -0.07 -0.25 -0.14 -0.67 -0.46 -0.78 -0.35 0.13 0.09 -1.33 3.49 -1.97 -0.15 -0.21 -0.15 1.17 0.45 -0.62 -0.62 -0.30 0.20 0.13 -0.04 0.00 -0.44 -0.35 0.17 -0.46 -0.44 -0.70 -0.64 -0.88 0.07 -0.95 0.14 -0.11 0.06 -1.50 -0.29 -0.48 0.00

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PRICE CHANGE %CHANGE VOLUME 151.34 -0.23 -0.15% 1.6M 76.06 -0.06 -0.08% 6.3M 121.30 -1.07 -0.87% 42.9M 144.17 +1.16 +0.81% 3.2M 78.63 +0.28 +0.36% 6.2M 88.48 -4.55 -4.89% 19.1M 28.42 +0.12 +0.42% 20.4M 41.08 +0.52 +1.28% 15.3M 120.00 -0.03 -0.02% 5.8M 55.76 +0.17 +0.31% 4.8M 79.21 -3.80 -4.58% 26.2M 26.10 -0.02 -0.08% 23.2M 205.07 -2.13 -1.03% 1.6M 117.03 +0.57 +0.49% 4.3M 161.99 +1.03 +0.64% 3.6M 28.95 +0.04 +0.14% 27.2M 100.21 +0.37 +0.37% 6.2M 68.53 -0.51 -0.74% 11.9M 99.86 +0.69 +0.70% 7.6M 58.96 +0.44 +0.75% 8.8M 46.70 -0.18 -0.38% 31.2M 115.22 +0.21 +0.18% 2.5M 36.06 +0.33 +0.92% 29.0M 76.70 -0.69 -0.89% 11.9M 106.12 -0.38 -0.36% 1.8M 100.31 -0.42 -0.42% 7.2M 121.40 +0.84 +0.70% 3.6M 46.79 +0.12 +0.26% 12.6M 75.34 -1.04 -1.36% 8.5M 71.98 -0.18 -0.25% 7.9M

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$ 7.73 $ 10.20 $ 19.30 $ 13.72 $ 16.56 $ 16.22 $ 71.54 $ 10.07 $ 5.72 $ 121.44 $ 5.04

1.78 ▲ 29.92% 2.32 ▲ 29.44% 4.02 ▲ 26.31% 2.19 ▲ 18.99% 2.57 ▲ 18.37% 2.49 ▲ 18.14% 8.90 ▲ 14.21% 1.23 ▲ 13.91% 0.66 ▲ 13.04% 13.83 ▲ 12.85% 0.54 ▲ 12.00%

$ 8.87 $ 2.34 $ 9.91 $ 2.28 $ 32.66 $ 4.04 $ 10.99 $ 46.77 $ 70.82 $ 11.89 $ 5.84

2.51 ▼ 22.06% 0.60 ▼ 20.41% 2.09 ▼ 17.42% 0.45 ▼ 16.48% 6.24 ▼ 16.04% 0.72 ▼ 15.13% 1.79 ▼ 14.01% 7.48 ▼ 13.79% 11 ▼ 13.44% 1.75 ▼ 12.83% 0.82 ▼ 12.31%

Most Declined QLogic Corporation Solazyme, Inc. Cohu, Inc. Town Sports International Holdings, Inc. Altisource Portfolio Solutions S.A. Linn Energy, LLC Rovi Corporation Computer Programs and Systems, Inc. Outerwall Inc. SciQuest, Inc. CyberOptics Corporation

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Euro manages to trade within a tight range as Greece still in zone ROLLER-COASTER JULY: Euro touched eight-year lows against the Pound.

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WITH Greece having reached an agreement which ensured a bailout, keeping the country in the Eurozone, the relatively weak Euro has managed to trade within a tight range. Business, consumer and economic sentiment seem to be higher than ever and, as analysts forecast, Mario Draghi’s quantitative easing measures could bring about a much-needed boost to inflation.

In recent developments, comments from Germany’s independent economic advisers that countries should be able to leave the Euro as a ‘last resort’ could imply that the worries are still not over for Greece. The Syriza party has been criticised for plotting to leave the Eurozone as it was also revealed that the former finance

minister had a blueprint prepared for Greece to run a parallel banking system including reverting to the Drachma.

Markets will look for further direction in

currency movements, as the focus turns towards monetary policy in the major economies. With the US and the UK having signalled the possibility of likely interest rates hikes in the next

few quarters respectively, the Euro could come under sustained pressure. Having been forced to inject further liquidity into the economy to boost deflationary pressures in the Eurozone, the single bloc currency could be considerably volatile leading up to and after the Federal Reserve FOMC meeting, which was scheduled for July 29. Should the Federal Reserve send out a hawkish tone and an outline/framework to exit its monetary easing policy, the Euro will bear the brunt of it, weakening further.

It has been a roller-coaster of a month for the Euro as it touched eight-year lows against the Pound as GBPEUR touched a high of 1.44.

Volatility for the near term looks set to continue – and in the Euro’s case, things are not looking very bright. Having recovered to levels of 1.40 against Sterling, the Euro has traded within a tight range although the current scenario could just be the calm before the storm

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More interest IT appears that, partly thanks to the number of repossessions which have taken place, there has been an increase in interest in property in Spain and prices are rising slightly.

British investors buy Spain’s ‘ghost airport’ at bargain price

Profits boom SPANISH-owned AENA airports authority has announced that its profits have increased by a staggering 80 per cent to €276 million, thanks in part to taking over Luton Airport, a rise in passenger numbers and higher sales in retail.

Fewer strikes SPAIN has recently seen fewer strikes than in the past and unions are in negotiations with employers to increase wages.

Latest discussions between the parties will see an overall increase of 1 per cent in 2015.

Bank’s hopes DESPITE divesting its retail holdings in Spain to La Caixa, Barclays Bank analysts have indicated that they see an ongoing and positive recovery within the Spanish economy.

‘GHOST’ AIRPORT: Ciudad Real Airport which cost €1 billion to build, opened in 2008 but closed four years later in 2012.

BUILT at an estimated cost of €1 billion, Ciudad Real Airport in the CastillaLa Mancha area opened in 2008 but was closed in 2012 as it failed to attract either airlines or passengers.

In the whole of 2010, it saw just 33,000 passengers pass through its ter-

minal and only budget airline Ryanair used its facilities for a while. When that airline pulled out, the local government subsidised three flights a week but even they were soon withdrawn.

Now the so-called ‘Madrid South’ airport (it is ‘just’ 125 miles from Madrid)

which was looking for offers in the region of €80 million, has been sold in part to a UK/Asian consortium for just €10,000 (£7,000).

The sale, which includes the runway, control tower but not the terminal or parking area, has attracted a few Chinese

companies who may be interested in investing further so that the airport becomes a major entry point into Europe.

It may be just one of the many failed projects to emerge following the recession, but this one at least may one day rise like a phoenix from the ashes.

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Before looking at why, I would like to highlight that all advisers are not the same far from it. In Spain there is a huge gulf between expatriate financial advisory firms in terms of business practices, adviser qualifications and experience. At one extreme there are product sales focused firms with commission-only salespeople (advisers) who may have limited knowledge or experience.

At the other end are client-focused truly independent firms employing highly qualified advisers with many years of practical knowledge and experience.

How do I define trusted independent financial advice? A service provided by a professional financial adviser, whose interests are firmly aligned with clients. This means

FRY GROUP: Work with clients to build mutually beneficial trust.

putting myself in each client’s position and identifying and recommending only investments and planning that I would use myself if I had the same set of circumstances and requirements.

To do this (apart from the required knowledge and experience) is the ability to offer solutions from a broad spectrum of options and providers. In Spain as in the UK, The Fry Group uses the UK’s full disclosure no-commission approach as our starting point. This means advice is unfettered when it comes to selecting the best options. This also means that charges for work are always agreed in advance allowing discussion and sometimes healthy negotiation.

Firms and advisers relying on commissiondriven sales can never fully align their interests with their clients due to a natural conflict between impartially selecting appropriate financial planning solutions and how they are paid; not by the customer but by their product suppliers.

The financial circumstances of the adviser is also important in that they should not be under financial or management pressure to

take on new clients and/or to obtain new client money.

The big banks and many other firms may not agree with my view but this is because their financial advisers are in most cases heavily targeted and remunerated only based on new money they obtain from investors.

This means that there is often limited incentive to build a long-term trustworthy relationship.

The fact is that trust in all its forms is only achieved over time based on a person or organisation living up to expectations and promises.

I am fortunate in that The Fry Group are a well-established and well-trusted (by families through the generations) business. As an individual (as with my colleagues) I enjoy a stable working environment that allows me the time to work with our clients and build mutually beneficial trust based relationships.

For further information contact Mark Davies: mark.davies@thefrygroup.co.uk Tel - 952 768 450

The Fry Group of companies comprises Wilfred T. Fry Ltd - Taxation Consultants, Wilfred T. Fry (Executor and Trustee) Ltd, The Fry Group (H.K.) Ltd, The Fry Group (Belgium) SA, and Wilfred T. Fry (Personal Financial Planning) Ltd. The last company is authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority is also passported under EU regulations and is authorised to act as a financial adviser by the Monetary Authority of Singapore-license number FA095023. The Fry Group (H.K.) Ltd is authorised to conduct investment business by the Securities & Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong and are members of the Hong Kong Confederation of Insurance Brokers. The Fry Group (Belgium) SA is regulated in Belgium by the FSMA (Reg. No. 23345 A-B) and is also passported under IMD EU regulations.

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Police lose public’s respect BOYS and Girls in Blue have only themselves to blame LEAPY LEE SAYS IT

OTHERS THINK IT LET me state from the outset, that I do retain a certain amount of sympathy for officers of the law. According to some of the crime reality shows, the abuse they have to contend with can be truly horrendous.

Another thing that becomes glaringly apparent is that most of the respect the public had for the police is now pretty much nonexistent.

I am actually old enough to remember my utter shock when I saw the police referred to as ‘cops’ in an English newspaper. Prior to that it was only in American publications that they were referred to in this somewhat derogatory manner. So what’s gone wrong?

Where does the fault actually lie for this change in the public’s attitude toward modern-day law enforcement? Well, with apologies to the Boys and Girls in Blue, I think you have only yourselves to blame.

The problem with the police is that their

LONG GONE: The days of respect and trust for the police. career advancement and subsequent earning capacity always relies on the number of convictions they obtain. This puts them permanently and firmly in the camp of the prosecution. Believe me, most investigators

consider a successful prosecution a victory and an acquittal a defeat.

Over the years, this apparent attitude and determination to convict at almost any cost has slowly but surely eroded almost all the

trust and respect previously enjoyed by the ‘Blue Lamp’ Dixons of the past. Cases like the Wimbledon ‘honey trap’ in the Rachel Nickell/Colin Stagg fiasco and the Jill Dando/Barry George affair, have slowly stripped away the public’s often blind faith in British justice.

And remember... these are only the cases you hear about. What about all the innocent ‘little people’ who are serving time, merely to look good on an officer’s arrest and conviction record?

I myself became a victim of this unacceptable practice, when a four-page witness statement, which would have most definitely helped my self-defence intentions, was mysteriously whittled down to a few lines that bore no resemblance to the original, which had simply ‘disappeared!’

No, I’m afraid the police have long travelled past the point of no return, and the days of respect and trust for this previously-admired institution have gone forever.

Keep the faith Love Leapy leapylee2002 @gmail.com

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8:00am Close Calls: On Camera 8:30am Heir Hunters 9:15am Coast 10:15am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm BBC World News 1:00pm Britain's First Photo Album 1:30pm Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo 2:00pm The Rockford Files 2:50pm Cash in the Attic 3:35pm Yes, Minister 4:05pm 'Allo, 'Allo!

4:30pm Are You Being Served?

5:00pm Swimming 7:00pm Two Tribes 7:30pm Eggheads 8:00pm The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure 8:30pm Great British Menu 9:00pm Coast 10:00pm Atlantic: The Wildest Ocean on Earth 11:00pm The Javone Prince Show 11:30pm Newsnight 12:05am Back in Time for Dinner

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Guess This House 2:30pm ITV News and Weather 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm Secret Dealers 5:00pm Hello Campers 6:00pm Freeze Out 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Real Stories with Ranvir Singh 9:00pm Emmerdale 9:30pm Flockstars 10:00pm The Wonder of Britain 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm Sports Life Stories 12:40am Murder, She Wrote 1:40am Jackpot247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA

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Psych Emmerdale Coronation Street You've Been Framed!

Dinner Date Psych The Real Housewives of Atlanta The Real Housewives of Atlanta Emmerdale Coronation Street Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records Dinner Date Judge Rinder The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show You've Been Framed!

The Mummy Returns Safeword Celebrity Juice Two and a Half Men Two and a Half Men Safeword Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records

8:00pm Top Gear 9:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 10:00pm The Unbreakables: Life and Love on Disability Campus 11:00pm EastEnders 11:30pm Russell Howard's Good News 12:00am Family Guy 12:25am Family Guy 12:45am American Dad! 1:10am Family Guy 1:30am The Unbreakables: Life and Love on Disability Campus 2:30am People Just Do Nothing 3:00am Life Begins Now

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Concerto at the BBC Proms 9:45pm Britain's Wild Places 9:55pm Pop Go the Sixties 10:00pm Doris Day: Virgin Territory 11:00pm Britain and the Sea 12:00am Horizon 1:00am What Makes Us Clever?

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12:00am 24 Hours in Police Custody

7:00am The Professionals 7:50am Alias Smith and Jones 8:45am Hogan's Heroes 9:15am Hogan's Heroes 9:50am Minder 10:50am The Sweeney 11:50am Kojak 12:55pm Alias Smith and Jones 2:00pm Minder 3:00pm Pawn Stars 3:30pm Pawn Stars 3:55pm Hogan's Heroes 4:30pm Hogan's Heroes 5:00pm The Professionals 6:00pm Kojak 7:00pm The Sweeney Tough 1970s police drama series.

8:00pm Pawn Stars Series following pawn shop owners in Las Vegas.

8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm Moonraker 11:35pm Midnight Run 2:10am Harry's South Pole Heroes 3:05am Harry's South Pole Heroes 4:00am Teleshopping

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The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Peppa Pig Peppa Pig Toby's Travelling Circus Bananas in Pajamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Gracie's Choice 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 The Holiday Airport: Sun, Sea and Scousers Supersized Person of Interest Person of Interest Access Super Casino

7:25am The Dukes of Hazzard 9:25am The Lord of the Rings 12:50pm Behind the Scenes 1:20pm Edge of Tomorrow 3:25pm The Patriot 6:20pm The Top Ten Show 2015 6:35pm The Lord of the Rings 10:00pm Edge of Tomorrow 12:00am Road House 2:00am Ghosts of Mars

7:15am Saving Mr. Banks Special 7:45am Alien Autopsy 9:30am Dragnet 11:20am Sex Tape 1:00pm Ride Along 2:55pm Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles 4:45pm About Time 7:00pm Dragnet 9:00pm Sex Tape 10:45pm Ride Along 12:30am American Pie: The Wedding 2:10am Welcome to the Jungle 3:50am Three Fugitives

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Charmed The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed Hollyoaks Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Goldbergs The Goldbergs How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Melissa and Joey The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory New Girl The Mindy Project Rude Tube The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day 8:30am Behind the Scenes 9:00am Pawn 10:45am The Nut Job 12:30pm Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day 2:00pm Pawn 3:45pm Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation Special 4:15pm Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 6:00pm The Top Ten Show 2015 6:15pm The Nut Job 8:00pm Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 9:45pm The Top Ten Show 2015 10:00pm Gone Girl 12:30am Revenge for Jolly!

Two cousins embark on a beer-andblood-soaked revenge mission after a beloved dog turns up dead.

2:00am Gone Girl 4:30am Revenge for Jolly!

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Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Time of Our Lives Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest The Ashes Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest The Ashes Highlights The Ashes - Verdict Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest The Ashes Highlights The Ashes - Verdict Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest The Ashes Highlights The Ashes - Verdict Cricket's Greatest Series profiling some of the greatest cricketers of all time.

Cricket's Greatest Series profiling some of the greatest cricketers of all time.

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7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Guess This House 2:30pm ITV News and Weather 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm Secret Dealers 5:00pm Hello Campers 6:00pm Freeze Out 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Gino's Italian Escape 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm BBQ Champ 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm The Chronicles of Riddick 1:45am Jackpot247 4:00am Britain's Best Bakery

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Nigel Slater Victoria Derbyshire BBC News BBC World News Britain's First Photo Album Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo The Rockford Files Cash in the Attic Yes, Minister 'Allo, 'Allo!

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Swimming Two Tribes Eggheads The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure Great British Menu Mastermind Gardeners' World The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice Rick Stein From Venice to Istanbul Newsnight Sex and Drugs and Rock and Roll

7:00am Life's Funniest Moments 7:20am Psych 8:05am Emmerdale 8:35am Emmerdale 9:05am You've Been Framed!

9:35am Dinner Date 10:35am Psych 11:25am The Real Housewives of Atlanta 12:20pm The Real Housewives of Atlanta 1:10pm Emmerdale 1:40pm Emmerdale 2:15pm Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 2:40pm Dinner Date 3:40pm Judge Rinder 4:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 8:00pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Fast and Furious 12:10am Celebrity Juice

8:00pm Top Gear 9:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 10:00pm Russell Howard's Good News 10:30pm Russell Howard's Good News 11:00pm EastEnders 11:30pm Live at the Apollo 12:00am Family Guy 12:25am Family Guy 12:45am American Dad! 1:05am Family Guy 1:30am People Just Do Nothing 2:00am Russell Howard's Good News

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm The Joy of Easy Listening 10:00pm Sinatra: All or Nothing at All 11:00pm Pop Go the Sixties 11:15pm Friday Night at the Proms 12:35am ... Sings the Great American Songbook 1:35am The Joy of Easy Listening

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In Loving Memory Heartbeat The Royal Murder, She Wrote Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy Agatha Christie's Marple Heartbeat The Royal Where the Heart is In Loving Memory Doctor at Large Rising Damp Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote A Touch of Frost Afterlife The Vice Clockwise Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy Movies Now ITV3 Nightscreen Text-based information service.

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9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Frasier 11:00am The Big Bang Theory 11:30am The Big Bang Theory 12:00pm The Simpsons 12:30pm The Simpsons 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me Abroad 2:10pm Phil Spencer: Secret Agent 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Fifteen to One 5:00pm French Collection 6:00pm Couples Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm Celebrity Fifteen to One 10:00pm 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 11:00pm The Last Leg 12:10am Rude Tube

7:00am The Professionals 7:50am Alias Smith and Jones 8:45am Hogan's Heroes 9:15am Hogan's Heroes 9:50am Minder 10:50am The Sweeney 11:50am Kojak 12:55pm Alias Smith and Jones 2:00pm Minder 3:00pm Pawn Stars 3:30pm Pawn Stars 3:55pm Hogan's Heroes 4:30pm Hogan's Heroes 5:00pm The Professionals 6:00pm Kojak 7:00pm The Sweeney 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm For Your Eyes Only 11:40pm Octopussy 2:20am Minder Comedy drama series about a roguish entrepreneur and his bodyguard.

3:25am Hogan's Heroes 3:50am ITV4 Nightscreen 4:00am Teleshopping

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Little Princess The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Peppa Pig Peppa Pig Toby's Travelling Circus Bananas in Pajamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Stop! Roadworks Ahead Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Social Nightmare 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 Weather Terror The Best of Bad TV: The 90s Lip Sync Battle Tattoo Disasters UK

9:55am Kick-Ass 2 11:45am The Top Ten Show 2015 12:05pm Fantastic Four 2:05pm Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer 3:50pm King Arthur 6:10pm Kick-Ass 2 8:00pm Fantastic Four 10:00pm Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer 11:40pm Lethal Weapon

7:10am Arthur 8:50am Arthur 2: On the Rocks 10:50am Behind the Scenes 11:20am A Million Ways to Die in the West 1:20pm Tammy 3:05pm Me, Myself and Irene 5:05pm American Pie 6:50pm Wedding Crashers 9:00pm A Million Ways to Die in the West 11:00pm Tammy 12:45am Me, Myself and Irene

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The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed Hollyoaks Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Goldbergs The Goldbergs How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Melissa and Joey The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Adjustment Bureau The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Premier League 100 Club 7:30am Premier League 100 Club 8:00am The Premier League Years 10:00am The Premier League Years 12:00pm The Premier League Years 2:00pm The Premier League Years 4:00pm The Premier League Years 6:00pm Premier League 100 Club 6:30pm Premier League 7:00pm Football Gold 7:15pm The Fantasy Football Club 8:30pm Super League PlayOffs 11:15pm Premier League 100 Club 11:45pm Premier League 12:15am Football Gold 12:30am Barclays Premier League Review 1:00am Premier League 100 Club 1:30am Super League Highlights

7:00am Revenge for Jolly!

8:45am Dolphin Tale 2 10:45am The Nut Job A squirrel and his rat friend plot to steal a huge stash of nuts.

12:30pm Steve Martini's 'The Judge' 2:55pm The Boxtrolls 4:40pm The Nut Job 6:15pm Dolphin Tale 2 8:15pm The Boxtrolls 10:00pm Steve Martini's 'The Judge' 12:30am Enemy 2:15am Revenge for Jolly!

Two cousins embark on a beer-andblood-soaked revenge mission after a beloved dog turns up dead.

3:45am Enemy 5:30am Gravity: Sky Movies Special

7:00am Cricket's Greatest 7:30am Cricket's Greatest 8:00am The Ashes Highlights 9:00am The Ashes - Verdict 10:00am Cricket's Greatest 10:30am Cricket's Greatest 11:00am The Ashes 8:00pm Cricket's Greatest 8:30pm Cricket's Greatest 9:00pm The Ashes Highlights 10:00pm The Ashes - Verdict 11:00pm Cricket's Greatest 11:30pm Cricket's Greatest 12:00am The Ashes Highlights 1:00am The Ashes - Verdict 2:00am Cricket's Greatest Series profiling some of the greatest cricketers of all time.

2:30am Cricket's Greatest Series profiling some of the greatest cricketers of all time.

3:00am The Ashes Highlights

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2:20am BBC News

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CITV ITV News Weekend Murder, She Wrote The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show ITV News and Weather The Jeremy Kyle Show Tipping Point Celebrity Squares Midsomer Murders Catchphrase Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather You've Been Framed!

Keep it in the Family The Cube The Bourne Identity ITV News and Weather The Chase Jackpot 247 Ejector Seat

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Gunga Din Stick It Animal Park More Creatures Great and Small More Creatures Great and Small Great British Menu Great British Menu Great British Menu Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial Flog It! Swimming Atlantic: The Wildest Ocean on Earth Gardeners World Proms Extra Edwardian Farm Dad's Army The Duchess The Many Faces of Helen Mirren Last Orders Brighton Rock This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.

7:00am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:25am Emmerdale Omnibus Ross is set on revenge. Lachlan tampers with Lawrence's medication. Diane has some news for Val. 10:35am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:55pm Take Me Out 2:05pm Catchphrase 3:05pm Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 3:35pm Dragonheart 5:40pm Nanny McPhee Family drama.

7:35pm The Mummy Returns 10:00pm The Shawshank Redemption 12:50am The Matrix 3:30am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 3:55am Teleshopping

8:00pm Great Movie Mistakes V 8:15pm Don't Tell the Bride 9:15pm StreetDance 2 10:35pm Live at the Apollo 11:05pm Live at the Apollo 11:35pm Russell Howard's Good News 12:05am Family Guy 12:27am Family Guy 12:49am Family Guy 1:11am Family Guy 1:33am Family Guy 1:55am Family Guy 2:20am People Just Do Nothing

8:00pm Lost Land of the Volcano 9:00pm Natural World Special 10:00pm The Young Montalbano 11:55pm The Irish Rock Story: A Tale of Two Cities 12:55am Irish Rock at the BBC 1:55am ... Sings the Great American Songbook 2:55am Lost Land of the Volcano

7:00am Where the Heart is 7:50am Where the Heart is 8:55am Goodnight Mister Tom 11:05am Rosemary and Thyme Light-hearted drama series about a pair of gardening enthusiasts turned amateur sleuths.

1:05pm Wycliffe 2:10pm Agatha Christie's Marple 4:15pm Mutiny on the Buses 5:15pm FYI Daily 5:20pm Mutiny on the Buses 6:00pm Columbo 8:00pm Doc Martin 9:00pm Lewis Detective drama series.

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The Nut Job Dolphin Tale 2 Steve Martini's 'The Judge' The Nut Job The Boxtrolls Dolphin Tale 2 The team at Clearwater Marine Hospital attempt to find a new companion for dolphin Winter.

The Boxtrolls Steve Martini's 'The Judge' A hot-shot lawyer must reconnect with his past when his estranged father is suspected of murder.

Enemy Revenge for Jolly!

Two cousins embark on a beer-andblood-soaked revenge mission after a beloved dog turns up dead.

7:00am Cricket's Greatest 7:30am Cricket's Greatest 8:00am The Ashes Highlights 9:00am The Ashes - Verdict 10:00am Cricket's Greatest 10:30am Cricket's Greatest 11:00am Cricket Live - The Saturday Debate 11:30am The Ashes 8:00pm Cricket's Greatest 8:30pm Cricket's Greatest 9:00pm The Ashes Highlights 10:00pm The Ashes - Verdict 11:00pm Cricket's Greatest 11:30pm Cricket's Greatest 12:00am The Ashes Highlights 1:00am The Ashes - Verdict 2:00am Cricket's Greatest 2:30am Cricket's Greatest 3:00am The Ashes Highlights 4:00am The Ashes - Verdict 5:00am Cricket's Greatest 5:30am Cricket's Greatest

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An oasis of peace and comfort THE atmosphere at Oasis Caravan Park Albir is one of tranquillity OASIS Caravan Park Albir has been established since 1980; in fact, it was one of the original mobile home parks on the Costa Blanca, and is run by Shaun and Chris Wilson.

It is set in a peaceful, residential suburb in Albir and is close to all amenities and only a short drive to Benidorm.

Oasis is one of the very few mobile home parks where owners can stay 12 months of the year and although there are many residents that use the park as their own home away from home, many stay the whole year round. It has its very own bar, The Pineapple, which is now run by Laura, the daughter of Shaun and Chris.

As well as drinks it serves food and there are regular activities like quiz nights, Karaoke and of course the ever popular Fish and Chip Fridays. There is a well-appointed sun terrace where you can relax and enjoy a cold drink.

A good-sized swimming pool is available for those who enjoy a few lengths, as well as a gymnasium and a bubbling Jacuzzi.

In addition to the traditional mobile home business, Oasis has unveiled a new concept to owning your own holiday home in Spain.

Home Share is a system which allows you to purchase a selected three-month period which will be yours for the next 10 years for as little as ÂŁ3,000, plus annual fees. The year is divided

January-March, April-June, July-September, and October-December. The choice of homes ranges from one to two bedrooms and all the mobile homes are fitted out to a high standard.

Once you have chosen your preferred option, you select the annual fee package that suits you.

There are three packages which all include the annual ground rent plus different add-ons.

The atmosphere at Oasis Parks at Albir is one of tranquillity. They have a no pets policy and children are only present when they are visiting a relative. The whole site is fenced in and there is a security barrier to stop anyone wandering in. One resident, Jim, has been living at the park for 34 years and said he would not live anywhere else.

So if you have ever dreamed of owning your own Oasis in Spain then contact Shaun or Chris at Oasis Parks Albir and make your dreams a reality.

NEW CONCEPT: The park has unveiled a three-month residential option.

Oasis Caravan Parks Albir Oasis Parks Carrer Eurim 23 03581 Alicante Tel : 966 865 748 / 696 090 776 email: oasisparks@yahoo.co.uk www.oasisparks.com

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7:00am SNF: Match Choice 8:30am SNF: Match Choice 10:00am The Sunday Supplement 11:30am Goals on Sunday 1:30pm Ford Super Sunday 4:30pm Ford Super Sunday 8:00pm FL72 9:00pm Goals on Sunday 10:00pm Major League Soccer 12:10am Premier League 100 Club A celebration of some of the finest goalscorers in Barclays Premier League history.

12:40am Football Gold The top 20 games from the 2013/14 Barclays Premier League as voted by viewers.

1:00am Major League Soccer 3:10am FL72 4:10am Football League Gold 4:25am Football League Gold A chance to relive another classic encounter from the Football League.

Revenge for Jolly!

Dolphin Tale 2 The Nut Job Steve Martini's 'The Judge' The Boxtrolls The Nut Job A squirrel and his rat friend plot to steal a huge stash of nuts.

Dolphin Tale 2 The team at Clearwater Marine Hospital attempt to find a new companion for dolphin Winter.

The Boxtrolls Steve Martini's 'The Judge' A hot-shot lawyer must reconnect with his past when his estranged father is suspected of murder.

Enemy Revenge for Jolly!

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7:00am Cricket's Greatest 7:30am The Ashes Highlights 8:30am The Ashes - Verdict 9:30am Cricket Writers on TV 11:00am The Ashes 8:00pm Cricket's Greatest 8:30pm Cricket's Greatest 9:00pm The Ashes Highlights 10:00pm The Ashes - Verdict 11:00pm Cricket's Greatest 11:30pm Cricket's Greatest 12:00am The Ashes Highlights 1:00am The Ashes - Verdict 2:00am Cricket's Greatest 2:30am Cricket's Greatest 3:00am The Ashes Highlights Day four of the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.

4:00am The Ashes - Verdict 5:00am Cricket's Greatest 5:30am Cricket's Greatest

FINANCE

It is not too often that we receive good news about income tax, but the Spanish government has announced income tax cuts twice in one year now. This is a welcome development for taxpayers, and an encouraging sign of how the local economy is improving.

Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy announced the reduction in personal income tax on 2nd July.

The new tax rules were then approved and published in the Spanish Official Gazette on 11th July 2015.

The tax cuts extend to both scale and savings income tax rates and are backdated to 1st January 2015.

2015 income tax rates for Spanish tax residents Income tax rates in Spain are comprised of state rates and regional rates set by each Autonomous Community.

Only the state portion has been reduced with the new law. The Autonomous Communities are under no obligation to change their own rates, so it is likely that those established in 1st January 2015 will remain in place at the regional stage.

The changes to the state part of the progressive tax rates are: Taxable base

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Previous 2015 tax rates

New 2015 tax rates

Up to €12,450

10%

9.5%

€12,450 - €20,200

12.5%

12%

€20,200 - €34,000

15.5%

15%

€34,000 - €60,000

19.5%

18%

€60,000 onwards

23.5%

22.5%

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By Gerald Turner, Partner, Blevins Franks

Taxable base

Previous 2015 tax rates

New 2015 tax rates

Up to €6,000

20%

19.5%

€6,000 - €50,000

22%

21.5%

€50,000 onwards

24%

23.5%

The new rates apply for savings income for the whole fiscal year 2015.

The regional rates are then added on top.

In general, the total tax rates will range from 19.5% to 46%.

They can vary by region, so that for Comunidad Valenciana residents they go from 21.4% to 45.98% and for Murcia residents they go from 19.5% to 46%.

For fiscal year 2016, the combined rates will range, in general, from 19% to 45%.

Again, local variations are likely.

2015 savings tax rates for Spanish tax residents “Savings income” is taxed separately from general income, and consists of interest income, dividends, capital gains on the sale or transfer of assets, income derived f r o m l i f e a s s u r a n c e c o n t r a c t s a n d p u rchased annuity income.

Nevertheless, the withholding tax rate applicable by the payer of the savings income (i.e. bank entity, company, etc.) is 20% until 12th July 2015 and 19.5% for the income obtained from 12th July 2015 onwards.

There are no regional variations for savings income tax rates.

Spanish non-residents Non-residents who earn income in Spain also benefit from the new tax reform.

For general income, the tax rate charged on EU/EEA residents reduces from 20% to 19.5%.

For those resident outside Europe it remains 24% as before.

The tax rate applied on savings income is cut from 20% to 19.5%.

The government calculates that these measures will constitute an additional sav-

ing for taxpayers amounting to €1,500 million. It is in a position to bring the tax cuts forward because of the improving Spanish economy and increased tax collection in the previous months.

While the tax cuts are obviously very welcome, if you have savings and investments you still need to protect your income and gains from tax.

With the right tax planning Spain can be very tax efficient for retired expatriates.

Take specialist personalised advice to find out how much tax you can save on your savings, invested capital, pensions, wealth and inheritance.

Tax rates, scope and reliefs may change.

Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change.

Tax information has been summarised; an individual is advised to seek personalised advice.

To keep in touch with the latest developments in the offshore world, check out the latest news on our website www.blevinsfranks.com

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Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street Dinner Date Psych The Real Housewives of Atlanta The Real Housewives of Atlanta Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street Dinner Date Judge Rinder The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show You've Been Framed!

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The Boxtrolls Steve Martini's 'The Judge' A hot-shot lawyer must reconnect with his past when his estranged father is suspected of murder.

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ART is not about understanding, it is about how it makes you feel, I have always remembered that Colin Bird A weekly look Each week, Colin brings his slightly off-the-wall view of the world to the pages of EWN in his own irreverent style.

I AM an art lover. Not because I am knowledgeable or that I have an appreciation for any particular subject matter. No, it’s just that I envy those who are able to pick up a brush or palette knife and convert a blank canvas into something that is pleasing to the eye.

Many years ago, an artist acquaintance - who was then of the abstract school - asked me if I liked a particular piece he had produced. I confirmed I did, but admitted I did not understand it.

It is not about understanding, he admonished me, it is about how it makes you feel. And I have always remembered that.

My Dad was fairly artistic - drawing, painting and making useful stuff and I have wondered why I inherited none of his talent. Was I a foundling discovered by my parents on the doorstep one morning? Am I in fact the milkman’s son? Perhaps I was selected for greater things? In which case I am still waiting.

CHAOTIC: August traffic.

Stay safe on the roads

ARTISTIC ABILITIES: Perhaps I was selected for greater things?

Dad was a good whistler too, and I have never been able to do that.

I did have a go at sculpting in my younger days, and although I usually ended up with something I was quite proud of, it bore no resemblance to the original planned piece. I had to work my 10-pound clay lump to such an ex-

tent - carving off chunks here and modifying bits there - that my intended sculpture of a unicorn, for instance, finished up looking like a chihuahua.

But a nice looking chihuahua.

I have seen a sporty set of wood carving tools in a small local ferretería and I am very tempted to give it a go.

Okay, I might not know the difference between a piece of oak and a sheet of chipboard, but I am going to look pretty darn cool showing off my artesan tools to my friends.

And I have high hopes - after all, as a kid, I was expert at whittling chunks of tree down to useful pointy sticks.

When an economy collapses INVESTMENTS, pensions, life savings; everything one puts by for a secure future disappears Mike Walsh Mike, based in Mediterranean Spain, is an international journalist, author and professional writer.

HOW is society affected when an economy collapses? I have family and friends who twice experienced calamitous economic meltdown.

Again, Ukrainians today find it near impossible to make ends meet; 40 per cent are unable to pay utility bills, yet it is predicted that prices in Ukraine will again double before Christmas.

The tax base collapses, services, schools, social entitlements, law and order are curtailed, the transport infrastructure abandoned.

Depending on racial or class division, widespread disorder may be presumed. This is happening in the US. Neighbourliness evaporates; everyone becomes a competitor in the struggle for survival.

ECONOMIC MELTDOWN: Every man for himself.

Shock sets in. Most people assume normal supply of utilities, gas, water, electricity and the internet. How do you pay bills if banks are closed, your job has gone, your deposits ‘frozen’?

Investments, pensions, life savings; everything one puts by for a secure future disappears. The shop shelves are empty.

The ‘system’ becomes the enemy. Government buildings and institutions like banks become the focus for community despair and revenge.

As Gerald Celente surmised: “When people lose everything and have nothing else to lose, they lose it.”

Is this why the Spanish government rushed through controversial laws designed to make anti-government protest a felony, seemingly attracting

AUGUST is officially Spain’s holiday month and sees the largest amount of holidaymakers.

The roads are full of tourists trying to find their way round the country and the stress factor for drivers goes through the roof.

Spanish traffic police launched their special summer operation on August 1, to try to control the roads and make sure motorists keep their speed down, obey the rules and generally stay safe on the road. Sadly, in the first weekend of August (August 1-2) there has already been as many as 18 deaths from traffic accidents, according to the traffic authority DGT. In one of the most horrific, three young children were killed when their car collided with a lorry and another child and an adult were injured.

In July, as many as 111 people died in car accidents in Spain, an increase of 3 per cent over last year. Driving at speed on busy roads, even within legal limits, puts people’s lives in danger and whether it is tourists or commuters racing down Spain’s highways, drivers need to be well aware of the dangers and never let their guard down, especially in the chaos of the August holidays.

Taking the utmost care keeping speeds sensible, showing patience and good manners, and being fully aware of your surroundings and the behaviour of fellow drivers is essential to coping with driving in Spain this summer.

penalties greater than does murder?

It is an every man for himself situation. The kids are going hungry; there is breakdown in law and order.

Farmers’ fields are gun-guarded as are homes. It is open season on those perceived as rich or considered corrupt.

Shopping as we know it ceases. We enter a community service of self-sufficiency, bartering one’s service or goods in exchange for food and clothing. The black market mushrooms and scavengers thrive; they are not too fussy about ownership.

A police crackdown is to be expected. This is heavy-handed and creates a backlash.

When you enter a period in which highly-educated people Now we lose everything you create a want to super class of criminals. Alcohear your news. holism and drug-taking are out of control as is suiYOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE cide. This is not a prophe- YOUR OPINION cy; it is the actuality and is www.euroweeklynews.com already being prepared.

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From Russia, with experience and first-hand knowledge WHILE Mike Walsh does address some topical subjects areas quite sensibly, I do find that he gets a bit carried away with his comments when it comes to Russia and Putin.

Putin is ex-KGB and probably committed quite a lot of dirty deeds during his time with this organisation.

I worked for 14 years in Russia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Kazakhstan. I have first-hand knowledge and actual experiences on which to base my opinions relating to this subject.

For a part of that time I was employed by a company owned by one Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a Switzerlandbased Russian exile, and former Russian businessman and philanthropist who spent a decade in jail on trumpedup tax charges after falling out with Vladimir Putin after he decided to stand for president.

I was also in Georgia when the Russians engineered a breach of the ceasefire that gave the Russians the opportunity to invade.

As much as two weeks before the actual invasion itself we were hearing rumours that up to 100 tanks were being assembled at the North Ossetia entrance to the tunnel that joined the two Ossetias.

After the invasion I actually saw what they did to Gori and I heard some absolutely appalling stories about what Russian troops did from our local workforce living there.

First-hand knowledge and experience has a significant influence in forming opinions Ian Terry (by email)

Leap too far IN response to an article written by Mr ‘Leapy’ Lee in your 16-22 July 2015 issue, women historically have been subjected to co-ordinated efforts by governments to control their fertility, including sterilisation abuse. Indeed in 1849, the US proposed sterilisation for ‘undesirables’.

Other reasons included those deemed to be mentally ‘unfit’ to have a child and for economic reasons, such as in 1965 when 30 per cent of the women in Puerto Rico were forcibly sterilised because there were ‘too many workers’.

Of course how could we forget the

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Are dog owners in Fuengirola selfish?

Well informed?

With regard to dogs here in Fuengirola, it seems to me that some of the dog owners in this town are the most selfish and ignorant that I have come across.

There are many dogs on my urbanisation. People think “Oooh, wouldn’t it be nice to have a dog?” Then they get one, and tootle off to work each day leaving it to bark all day long for the pleasure of us poor retired folk to endure. Then they come home and take them for a walk and let them poop all over the place.

I am sick to death with the amount of excrement that covers the pavements, it’s like a minefield here. There are supposed to be fines for those who do not clean up after their dogs, but I’ve never seen or heard of anyone ever being caught and having to pay these fines, have you? Maybe you could let us know?

It’s time for Fuengirola to introduce dog wardens to implement these fines and bring these selfish owners to book once and for all.

Miguel Mora (by email) PS: Enjoyed reading your article on the newly-installed ‘Park of Life’ (Costa del Sol edition) so the public can enjoy a nice cool area at the beach. So l went to have a look; unfortunately, the lovely grass (that we are supposed to be able to sit/lie on) was covered with dog poo!!

‘Final Solution’ and the Nazi extermination camps. Countless women were sterilised by this evil regime. Of course they were the ‘lucky’ ones. Once again women with mental or physical disabilities were first, then gypsies and Jews; as you know the list goes on.

Why am I writing this?

Well, I have just read another uninformed and rather pathetic rant by your illustrious Leapy Lee. As you know he has advocated enforced sterilisation of unemployed women in the UK. Now even the Nazis didn’t sterilise women because they were unemployed!

What next, euthanasia?

J Charters (by email)

Bite back REGARDING the letter Bitten to Death, I can sympathise with Catherine as I am also bothered by mosquito and other types of insect bites.

Firstly, my husband has installed mosquito nets on all windows and

doors. Secondly, we find our neighbours’ conifers are a haven for mosquitoes. Therefore, we purchase insecticide from the garden centres specifically to prevent the infestation and spray the trees accordingly. This does help to reduce the mosquitoes living in them.

Thirdly, some years ago whilst on holiday in Spain, we met up with a doctor friend and he was concerned at the swelling around one of my ankles, an allergic reaction to insect bites. The spots become like large boils and can cause swelling. He gave me some Claritin antihistamines to take. I found that I didn’t seem to have more bites whilst I was on that holiday.

My friend advised me that I was probably still being bitten but the tablets were preventing the reaction.

My own doctor then prescribed Claritin for me to take whilst on holiday.

When collecting my prescription, the assistant kindly informed me that I could buy Loratadine tablets cheaper.

This is the ingredient that relieves the symptoms of hayfever, pet and other

here, put up with it...

Ken Lawrence (by email)

skin allergies such as insect bites. Loratadine tablets are lot cheaper and work for me and others I know.

I hope this information will be of help to Catherine and others.

Lesley Dawson, Alicante

Campo noise I READ your article on page 4 entitled ‘Time to keep noise promises’ (Almeria edition). Do we in the campo not also have a ‘derecho a dormir’ (right to sleep)? Who will protest for us when the many dog sheds around here have wall-to-wall dog barking lasting all night because it’s too hot for them to bark in the daytime?

We hear that in Mojacar there also are restrictions on bars and restaurants’ noise levels, but there seem to be no restrictions outside town where people also live. Surely people everywhere are entitled to some sleep, not just in the towns.

I suppose it will be the same old argument, we are the ones that moved

I’M not surprised that Joseph Billet was dumbfounded by Mike Walsh’s throwaway reference to the 100 scientists supposedly killed in the MH17 disaster.

I hope Joseph means that he is dumbfounded that Mike should expect us to believe such an absurd bit of conspiracy theory, but I have a nasty feeling that he means he is overwhelmed

by Mike’s deep knowledge of the world and what makes things happen.

In fact, in Mike’s latest article, he wheels out all the nonsense he has churned out many times before.

Everyone knows that most people in Europe did not want World War II to break out. However, any intelligent reading of the history of the 1930s shows that Hitler caused the war, by continually pushing for more power and territory. He got away with it for a long time, just because Britain and other nations were reluctant to take the unpopular step of declaring war.

Does Mike think we should not have done that? And has he stopped to think what the consequences of a Nazi takeover of the continent would have meant?

He is right in one thing. History is indeed repeating itself, with Putin grabbing land and intimidating his neighbours, just as Hitler did.

The US economy does not depend on perpetual war. And what on earth is Mike trying to prove by calling the US a small country that would fit into the Sahara, while in fact it has about 300 million citizens?

Let’s have no more of this sort of rubbish!

Bill Campbell, Mojácar Playa, Almeria

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This week

MADDOCKS’ VIEW ON LIFE

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Whatever it is you’re seeking won’t come in the form you’re expecting.

Haruki Murakami

in history 117 Emperor Trajan died of a stroke, as did his predecessor Nerva in 98.

378 A Roman army led by Emperor Valens is defeated by the Visigoths at the Battle of Adrianople, in what is now Turkey.

1485 Henry Tudor lands in Wales to attempt to take the English throne. He later succeeds and is crowned King Henry VII. 1647 Oliver Cromwell and the New Model Army enter London and take control of Parliament 1774 Robert Southey, Wordsworth’s predecessor as poet laureate of England, is born in Bristol.

1793 Following more than two centuries as a royal palace, the Louvre in Paris is opened to the public as a museum by the French revolutionary government.

1818 22-year-old John Keats returns from a walking tour of the Lake Districts and Scotland during which he began to show signs of the tuberculosis that kills him within three years.

1902 Edward VII, son of Queen Victoria, was crowned as King of England 1914 French troops launch their first attack of World War 1, leading to the Battle of Mulhouse.

1914 British Parliament passes the Defence of the Realm Act to provide the government with means to support the war effort.

1919 Friedrich Ebert, provisional president of the German Reichstag, signs the Weimar Constitution, officially creating the first parliamentary democracy in Germany.

1926 On her second attempt, 19year-old Gertrude Ederle became the first woman and the sixth person to swim the English Channel.

1945 At 8.16am Japanese time an American B-29 bomber, the Enola Gay, dropped the world’s first atom bomb over the city of Hiroshima.

1971 Chay Blyth docks his yacht British Steel at the Hamble in Hampshire and becomes the first man to sail the wrong way (east to west) round the world non-stop in 292 days.

Women’s wit

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When I’m going to see a comedian, I don’t want to see them hold back, and when I’m reading a book, I don’t want to hear an abridged version.

Kathy Griffin

World of English

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It is believed the most difficult tongue twister in the English language is: “sixth sick sheik’s sixth sheep’s sick.”

‘ OF COURSE YOU’VE STILL GOT TOOTHACHE - YOU’VE EATEN THE DENTIST’

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TODAY

Fill all the empty squares using the numbers 1 to 9, so that the sum of each horizontal block equals the ‘clue’ on its left, and the sum of each vertical block equals the clue on its top. No number may be used in the same block more than once.

TOMORROW

JAVEA

DENIA JAVEA

DENIA

CALPE CALPE ALTEA ALTEA BENIDORM BENIDORM

ALICANTE

ALICANTE

TORREVIEJA

TORREVIEJA

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION ORIHUELA

ORIHUELA

CLEAR MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

31 25 Cl 31 24 Cl 31 24 Cl

Benidorm MAX 31C, MIN 25C MAX MIN

Mon - 29 23 S Tues - 30 23 S Wed - 30 24 C

SUNNY MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

32 26 Cl 32 26 Cl 30 24 S

MAX 33C, MIN 27C Mon - 29 24 C Tues - 31 25 Cl Wed - 31 25 Cl

SUNNY MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

29 24 S 28 23 Cl 26 22 Cl S Sun,

MAX MIN

Mon - 29 17 S Tues - 29 18 Sh Wed - 32 17 Sh

26 16 Sh 26 14 Sh 26 15 Cl

Madrid MAX 29C, MIN 23C MAX MIN

Mon - 28 23 Cl Tues - 29 23 S Wed - 29 24 S Cl Clear,

TODAY: Fri Sat Sun Fog,

32 26 Cl 31 25 Cl 30 24 S

TODAY:

SUNNY MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

35 23 S 34 22 S 31 21 C

MAX 34C, MIN 23C MAX MIN

Mon - 30 21 S Tues - 32 22 S Wed - 33 22 S

Murcia

SUNNY

MAX 38C, MIN 23C

MAX MIN

MAX MIN

37 22 Cl 35 20 Cl 35 21 S C Cloudy,

Mon - 35 22 S Tues - 35 22 S Wed - 34 23 Cl Sh Showers,

TODAY:

SUNNY MAX 37C, MIN 24C MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

38 25 C 37 26 C 33 24 C

Sn Snow,

UK THUNDERBALL

IRISH LOTTO

Saturday August 1

Saturday August 1

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LA PRIMITIVA

EL GORDO DE LA PRIMITIVA

MAX MIN

Mon - 31 24 S Tues - 33 24 S Wed - 31 25 Cl

Mallorca CLOUDY MAX 31C, MIN 18C

MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

UK NATIONAL LOTTERY

SUNNY MAX 33C, MIN 26C

TODAY:

MAX MIN

Mon - 31 25 S Tues - 32 25 S Wed - 32 25 Cl

33 26 Cl 32 25 Cl 31 24 Cl

TODAY:

MAX MIN

Barcelona TODAY:

MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

Bilbao

Almeria TODAY:

Malaga

SUNNY MAX 33C, MIN 26C

TODAY:

MAX MIN

Mon - 34 24 Cl Tues - 36 25 S Wed - 35 24 C Th Thunder

LOTTERY

Alicante TODAY:

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Saturday August 1

Sunday August 2

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21 11

33

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BONUS BALL

THUNDERBALL

BONUS BALL

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7

39

LUCKY STARS

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REINTEGRO

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REINTEGRO

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Director: Kenny Ortega Cast: Booboo Stewart, Dove Cameron, Keegan Connor Tracy, Stephanie Bennett, Dan Payne, Cameron Boyce, Sofia Carson, Kristin Chenoweth, Brenna D’Amico, Mitchell Hope.

Release Date: July 31

Funagram

Just Joking

Unscramble the name of a coffee beverage (two words): THAT COMICAL TEA

Teacher: “Anyone who thinks he’s stupid may stand up!” *Nobody stands up* Teacher: “I’m sure there are some stupid students over here!!” *Little Johnny stands up* Teacher: “Ohh, Johnny you think you’re stupid?”

Little Johnny: “No... I just feel bad that you’re standing alone...”

Unscramble the name of a famous professional road racing cyclist: MAVERICK’S HAND

Hexagram

The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 six-letter words into the 19 cells.

The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (FAUCET) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.

Disney takes us on a journey into the magic kingdom of Auradon, where the teenage son of King Beast Adam and Queen Belle offers the trouble making children of exiled villains (Cruella de Vil, Maleficent, the Evil Queen and Jafar) a chance of redemption to clean their reputation and go to school with the offspring of fairy tale heroes.

Antonio Banderas, August 10, Movie Actor

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Malaga-born actor Antonio Banderas hit the spotlight for his roles in The Mark of Zorro, Assassins and Desperado. He won an Imagen Award for Best Actor for his role in Take the Lead in 2006.

Robin van Persie, August 6, Soccer Player 32 Dutch soccer star Robin van Persie joined Manchester United in 2012 and was named captain of the Dutch national team in 2013. He played for Arsenal between 2004 and 2012, scoring 96 goals in total.

Charlize Theron, August 7, Movie Actress, 40 After hitting the spotlight in The Devil’s Advocate, Charlize Theron won an Oscar for Best Actress for her portrayal of a serial killer in Monster in 2003.

More recently, she has starred in Snow White and the Huntsman and Mad Max: Fury Road.

Dustin Hoffman, August 8, Movie Actor, 78 This renowned actor is famous for his appearances in films The Graduate, Marathon Man and Tootsie.

Together with his roommate and fellow actor Gene Hackman, he began his career at the Pasadena Playhouse.

Anna Kendrick, August 9, Movie Actress, 30 Anna Kendrick played Jessic Stantley in The Twilight movie saga although is better known for her lead role in comedy Pitch Perfect in 2014. She was also nominated for a Best Supporting Actress for her role in Up in the Air. Chris Hemsworth, August 11, Movie Actor, 32 This Australian actor debuted in the 2009 film Star Trek and became well known for his portrayal of Thor. He is married to Spanish actress Elsa Pataky with whom he has a daughter and two twin sons.

Cara Delevingne, August 12, Model, 23 Young model from England Cara Delevingne has worked as the face for Burberry, Chanel, Moschino and Stella McCartney. She attended Bedales School in Hampshire. She identifies as bisexual and is an advocate for LGBT rights.

BEETLE

JUMBLE

BITTEN

MARTIN

CAUGHT

OMELET

CUTLET

PETITE

DRENCH

SHANTY

EUREKA

TEETHE

FAUCET (10)

TEMPLE

FETTER

TRAUMA

INTENT

ZOUNDS

JUDGED

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Herpes, 2 Poseur, 3 Vestry, 4 Repeat, 5 Abrupt, 6 Pellet, 7 Roster, 8 Jasper, 9 Pirate, 10 Object, 11 Chalet, 12 Estate, 13 Letter, 14 Repeal, 15 Active, 16 Sheath, 17 Bateau, 18 Either, 19 Quaver

YOUR STARS VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) You are very much in two minds about how to deal with a personal situation.

Ask yourself which approach will help and which will do nothing to help at all.

Although you want to shout at someone and feel negative at times, hold fire.

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Getting a romantic situation wrong could cause a humourous moment this weekend. I am not telling you this so you can avoid it. You could do with a good laugh right now. Planning ahead is your preferred method but sometimes it is the last-minute decision that brings the best results.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) The thing that you have to tackle this week is uppermost in your mind, but don't dwell on it. Write it down and what you intend doing about it, then put it away. Relax and get on with other things. When you do come to take it out again and face the situation it will be so much easier.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Imposing restrictions on someone else also imposes restrictions on you. Why? Well, you have to hang around and see that your wishes are followed and take further action if they are not. Wouldn't it be easier to find some kind of compromise?

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Avoid getting involved in other people's arguments. There is no way

LEO

10-Star Quiz ORTHOGRAPHIC NEIGHBOURS Each of the 10 questions below contains dictionary definitions of two words that differ by just one letter (orthographic neighbours), for example LITTER/LETTER. 1. Distinctive manner of oral expression: Consider or hold as true?

2. Someone who fights with his fists for sport: A framework that supports climbing plants?

3. An edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream: The chief manservant of a house?

4. Simple past tense of ‘can’: A hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material when it cools and hardens?

5. A natural flow of water smaller than a river and often a tributary of a river: Make a high-pitched, screeching noise?

6. Lacking any definite plan or order or purpose: Money demanded for the return of a captured person?

7. Limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent: Inhale the odour of?

8. Expressing a doubt or choice between alternatives: To what place (archaic)?

9. Cry weakly or softly: Speak softly without vibration of the vocal cords?

10. Past tense form of ‘will’: An injury to living tissue, especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin?

1. ACCENT/ACCEPT, 2. BOXER/BOWER, 3. BUTTER/BUTLER, 4. COULD/MOULD, 5. STREAM/SCREAM, 6. RANDOM/RANSOM, 7. SMALL/SMELL, 8. WHETHER/WHITHER, 9. WHIMPER/WHISPER, 10. WOULD/WOUND

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There is no ‘quick fix’ this week and you need to delve deeper to get the information you need. It will be tempting to take a short cut but, believe me, it will not be worth the hassle in the longer term. Once you have the right facts you are truly in charge of what happens next.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Having been dashing about like a mad thing, you find this week a refreshing change. Only when you slow down do you realise how much you have been doing and just how tired you have become. There are some social engagements that you would not miss for the world, however.

that you can come out a winner if you do. Taking a step backwards is sometimes the best thing. You have been down this path before, and did your intervention do any good? Go and trim the roses or sort out those rockery stones instead.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) By using your intuition midweek, you will be able to solve a small problem at the weekend. Thinking ahead sometimes seems a waste of time to you because circumstances have a way of changing, but it makes sense to put in a bit of extra effort if you are able to avoid aggravation.

AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) The need to be popular midweek could see you veer off track on a business matter. You have been warned and will be able to avoid it if you wish. Do not underestimate how much hassle a wrong move could cause you. On the domestic front, you are able to fully relax and enjoy good company.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) A mistake seems a small thing until someone notices it. Although you feel that they are making a mountain out of a molehill, it still leaves a nasty feeling. Get out and do something completely different at the weekend. Not only will it blow the cobwebs away, but it will also put in perspective any negative thoughts.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) As someone is not showing the required amount of interest in your activities, you need a plan.

Telephoning them and pointing out what you have achieved is one way, but it's not cool. Getting a few people together and using someone else to blow your trumpet for you is better.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) A business colleague may be less than honest with you. When it is a small matter you are used to them bending the truth.

This is not, however, something that you will want to let go by, so stay on your toes. On the home front, you tend to be snappy with loved ones because you are feeling stressed.

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

TARGET: Average: 16 Good: 20 Very good: 29 Excellent: 36

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION hand hard hare hart hate head hear heat heed herd here hued hunt hurt rhea ruth tanh than thee then thru thud death earth ether hared hated hater haunt heard heart neath thane there three adhere aether anther dearth ethane harden hatred header heated heater hunted hunter nether reheat thread earthed earthen aunted haunter hearted hearten thunder unearth unheard adherent neatherd unheated unthread urethane UNEARTHED

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CRYPTIC

Quick

Cryptic

Across: 1 Answers, 5 Gnats, 8 Aviator, 9 Exist, 10 Liege, 11 Cascade, 12 Stewed, 14 Yokels, 17 Glasses, 19 Sheet, 22 Elite, 23 Eardrum, 24 Tread, 25 Tresses.

Across 1 In the middle of Manhattan, Glenda Jackson is in a mess (6) 3 Schooled in cheapness?

Disgusting! (6) 8 Raider I dealt with in Scotland (7) 10 Headdress found in militia ranks (5) 11 Fifty seek mixed vegetables (5) 12 Help in a church regularly? (7) 13 Squander, say, part of the body (5) 15 Disc about a period behind bars (5) 20 Dire Straits musicians (7) 22 Quickly taking one step (5) 24 Middle Eastern initiation ceremony is commonplace (5) 25 Rude old boy with play part (7) 26 Fears theologians are around (6) 27 Very angry about the beer (6) Down 1 Turkey is sick in paths (6) 2 Run back and see most of treat (5) 4 Al meets Jack at the table (5) 5 Stone that's great in building (7) 6 Picked on editor after cooked eats (6)

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Down: 1 Avail, 2 Slide, 3 Extreme, 4 Spruce, 5 Guess, 6 Animate, 7 Sitters, 12 Segment, 13 Evasive, 15 Observe, 16 Assert, 18 Speed, 20 Earns, 21 Tombs.

QUICK Across:

7 He is on time for a robbery (5) 9 Tricks Romeo employs (5) 14 A way to go on horseback, with legs apart (7) 16 Gather in the morning on a steamship (5) 17 Endured a saint being guided

Code Breaker

around (6) 18 One from Glasgow, perhaps, seen in racecourse (5) 19 Space traveller from remote parts (6) 21 Endless peg directed horse (5) 23 Translate taped expert (5)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 14 represents M and 23 represents T, so fill in M every time the figure 14 appears and T every time the figure 23 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 Manual dexterity (7) 5 Relaxes (5) 8 Investigate thoroughly (7) 9 Marshy offshoot of lake or river (5) 10 Pay out (5) 11 Protect from impact (7) 12 Dust-like particles (6) 14 Orderly procedure (6) 17 Criss-cross framework (7) 19 Scarcely sufficient (5) 22 Low in price or cost (5) 23 Expect to be true (7) 24 Offensively curious or inquisitive (5) 25 Brightly coloured plant of the buttercup family (7)

Down 1 Looks for (5) 2 Escape or avoid by cunning (5) 3 Cooking utensil consisting of a flat heated surface (7) 4 Long, narrow ditch (6) 5 Word puzzle with pictures (5) 6 Fashionable (7) 7 Knocked unconscious by a heavy blow (7) 12 Large, long-winged seabird having a large bill (7) 13 Testifier (7) 15 Take or catch as if in a trap (7) 16 Light-sensitive eye membrane (6) 18 Express indirectly (5) 20 Friend or comrade (5) 21 Subject matter of a conversation or discussion (5)

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

1

2

3

4

5

6

16

Across 1 Goats (6) 4 Wolf (4) 8 Más o menos (5) 9 Sábana (de cama) (5) 10 Waitresses (9) 13 Sentence (5) 15 Humo (de fuego, cigarro) (5) 16 Rat (animal) (4) 17 Navy (ships) (6) Down 1 See 13

15

14

ENGLISHSPANISH Across: 1 Change, 4 Vaso, 8 Besar, 9 Erizo, 10 Suave, 11 Casas, 14 Flame, 16 Riada, 17 Sail, 18 Faster.

CODE BREAKER

11 12

13

1 Races, 2 Surface, 3 Leave, 4 Sentry, 6 Rungs, 7 Besides, 8 Prefer, 13 Stretch, 14 Target, 16 Opinion, 17 Terror, 19 Skill, 20 Class, 21 Steps.

1 Cubos, 2 Ansia, 3 Germenes, 5 Asi, 6 Oro, 7 Descarga, 12 Start, 13 Stair, 14 Fes, 15 Ahi.

9

10

Down:

Down:

7 8

1 Restless, 5 Grab, 9 Certain, 10 Ranks, 11 Scale, 12 Refused, 13 Sweets, 15 Errors, 18 Reserve, 20 Chips, 22 Twice, 23 Realise, 24 Halt, 25 Presents.

17

2 Joke (practical joke, hoax) (5) 3 Day before yesterday (8) 5 Deber (3) 6 Afuera (3) 7 Lift (elevator) (8) 11 Now (at this time, immediately) (5) 12 Eyebrow (4) 13/1 Abrigo de pieles (3,4) 14 Hormiga (3)

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Answers: A turn up for the books, Back date (Date back)

CHUPA CHUPS: A sweet on a stick.

ETAD

Published July 28 1888 and is now on display in

Alejandro Campos Ramires was a poet, editor and inventor from Galicia who became

small spaces.

8. The cigarette

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.

famous for creating table football. In 1936 the poet

Cigarettes originated amongst beggars in Sevilla, who

1. The mop

was injured during a Madrid air raid while the Spanish

in the 16th century began to make use of left-over

Created by Manuel Jalon Corominas, an engineer and

Civil War was going on. While he was in hospital he

tobacco and wrap them in fine sheets of rice-paper.

Spanish Air Force officer, the mop was considered at

met many injured children, many of whom had lost a

Yet it was not until 1825 that cigarettes began to be

the time to be a great advance in freedom for women

limb, who complained that they would never be able

manufactured and sold, and the first packets were put

as beforehand they had to scrub floors on their knees.

to play football again. This led him to come up with

in sale in 1833.

The first successful mop was created in Zaragoza in

table football, which he patented in 1937.

9. The disposable syringe

1956.

5. Digital calculators

Manuel Jalon did a lot for hygiene as apart from the

Good: 21

2. Chupa Chups

Blaise Pascal invented the first calculator, which

mop, he also invented disposable syringes, a great

Enric Bernat had a revolutionary idea: to create a

worked with wheels and cogs, but Spaniard Leonardo

invention to help fight the spread of illness.

Very good: 31

sweet on a stick. This simple gesture in 1957 proved

Torres Quevedo created the first digital calculator in

10. The cable car

to be a great invention which extended across the

1914.

Last, but not least, on this top 10 of Spanish inventions

world. In 1995, a Chupa Chups was the first sweet to

6. The Spanish guitar

is the cable car. Leonardo Torres Quevedo, mentioned

be eaten in space. Plus, the logo was designed by

Classical six-string guitars as we know them today

above for inventing the digital calculator, registered

Salvador Dali.

were developed in Spain between the 13th and 18th

the first patent for a cable car in 1887. In 1907 he built

3. The submarine

centuries following a number of modifications to early

the first cable car for transporting members of the

This invention was created by Murcia engineer Isaac

forms of the instrument.

public in Monte Ulia, San Sebastian. Following the

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Author of the bestseller The Paris Wife has returned with a new novel which will take readers back to Kenya in the 1920s.

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Can cats really always land on their feet?

AN extremely flexible spine allows them to readjust position

To find a pet-sitter go to www.HousesitMatch.com or call Lamia on +44 (0)1865521508 pet and house-sitting as a way to see the world in an affordable way. Next a couple from Canada with their son took over the care of her two dogs– they’re professionals who decided to take their professional lives with them on the road, in order to travel a little before they settle and put their son into school.

Then an Irish couple came to look after the dogs, and finally we found a young French pet-sitter who wanted a change of scene. They all sat for free, in exchange for free accommodation.

If you need house or pet-sitters join HouseSitMatch and meet our network. We’re a great alternative to kennels.

Imagine how much Catherine might have paid if kennels had been her only option for four months!

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Newborn kittens don’t have the reflex as it depends on a combination of eye and inner ear messages

CATS do have a ‘righting reflex’ that operates when they fall.

The first thing that happens is the brain commands the head and neck muscles to put the head ‘square’ with the ground.

Then the rest of the body aligns itself with the head and, hey presto, the cat ends up in a per-

Puppy trafficking trade is putting lives at risk AN undercover investigation into the puppy smuggling trade has discovered that underage and unvaccinated puppies are being transported illegally from certain Eastern European countries.

Many of the puppies are sold online to customers in other European countries, including the UK. Some commercial dealers and breeders are selling the animals to members of the public, who often have no idea of their condition.

The charity Dogs Trust Today revealed this illegal trade back in November 2014, not long after EU pet travel rules were relaxed. As a result, the EU regulation on

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CATHERINE was thrilled when her daughter announced she was to wed, in Canada! As a member, she was ready to find pet-sitters for her two dogs through our network HouseSitMatch.

The Pet-sit Challenge Unexpectedly the wedding date changed; she was persuaded to extend her stay to visit family members – she stayed two months more!

Who could care for the dogs beyond her planned sitters?

The Online Pet-sitting Network – HouseSitMatch.com Fortunately Catherine had taken out a Premium Match membership on the Housesitting platform and we were able to help her. We connected all the sitters online, and invited new ones to apply for the extended dates. Because our network is growing we found someone quite quickly.

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pet travel came into force in December 2014 but the changes, as predicted by the charity, did not go far enough.

The risks of this smuggling operation, mean the puppies’ health is potentially in danger as well as that of humans. Cases of rabies have occurred in France, Spain and the Netherlands after dogs or cats were imported illegally.

The Dogs Trust have also discovered that some corrupt vets and breeders in Lithuania and Romania are contributing to the problem and puppies are often brought across Europe illegally under a legitimate scheme that was meant for pet owners.

FREE FALL: The cat relaxes and spreads its legs out for a soft landing.

fect position for a soft landing. The cat is able to do this because it has an extremely flexible backbone and no functional collar-bone.

Newborn kittens don’t have this reflex, as it depends on a combination of eye and inner ear messages.

It might seem reasonable to assume that the greater the height of the fall, the worse the injuries. This is, however, only true up to a level of seven storeys; after that the fracture rate actually decreases.

This is because after dropping for a distance of about five storeys, the cat reaches maximum speed, the so-called terminal velocity of a falling body.

At this point, the speed is constant and thus the inner ear is no longer aware and stimulated by acceleration.

So the cat relaxes and spreads its legs out just as a free-fall parachutist does when he is stabilising his descent.

On landing, relaxed bodies are much less likely to fracture, which is also true of infants, and adults who are drunk.

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Carrying a load AS part of a new series, we answer some common driving questions, 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.

SAFELY STORED: Any load must not project from your vehicle.

MANY people ask about rules regarding carrying a load in cars. The N332 team clarify that if you are driving a vehicle that is carrying a load, you have to make sure that the load is restrained properly.

Local restraint is not just about making sure that the load does not come off, it is about making sure that the load does not shift in a way that makes the vehicle unsafe to handle or allows the load to crash into the driver’s cabin which may cause injury or death in the event of a traffic accident.

The Spanish Traffic Law requires that any load carried on or in your vehicle must not be placed in a way that makes your vehicle unsafe or unstable. It must be

secured so that it won’t move or fall from your vehicle while driving; including driving consisting of emergency braking or turning suddenly.

The law states any load must not project from your vehicle in a way that is likely to injure a person, obstruct the path of other drivers or pedestrians or damage another vehicle or anything else. It must be restrained using an appropriate load restraint method.

Anything on the back seats must be secured with seat belts but it is advisable not to carry anything in the car, you should always use the boot. In the case you need to carry a load in the vehicle, use the seat belts to secure it or use a car net.

For more news and articles visit www.n332.es or search N332 on Facebook.

Is Community responsible for drains?

I LIVE on an estate more than 30 years old and my property is what we call in the UK mid-terraced. On three occasions in the last few years, I have had drainage/sewage contractors come into my house and through a trap in my kitchen clear out effluent and waste which accumulates belo w m y h o u se a n d th e neighbouring properties as As you describe it, this seems to be a problem with Community drainage and sewage systems. If your neighbour is reluctant to act, you must approach the Community.

The President on his own can authorise the

well. It appears that four adjoining properties are served by a gully underneath. The contractors tell me that there is a break in this gully which can only be accessed through the floor of my neighbour’s kitchen. The neighbour refuses to take any steps to resolve the issue. What action can I take?

David Searl You and the Law in Spain

The President can authorise repairs and access.

B.B (Costa Blanca) repairs and require the neighbour to permit access. Failing this, you can request a vote by the AGM. Please note that, if the Community sewage simply runs into a gully, i t s h o u l d p ro p e r l y b e connected to mains drains.

Send your questions for David Searl through lawyers Ubeda-Retana & Associates in Fuengirola at Ask@lawtaxspain.com, or call 952 667 090.

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Super spaghetti can reduce the risk of heart disease RESEARCHERS at Spain’s University of Granada, in collaboration with two Italian universities, have developed ‘super spaghetti’ which they claim has more fibre and protein than regular pasta.

The University of Granada said this enriched pasta helps reduce cardiovascular risk by being prepared with functional flours.

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The researchers’ final spaghetti product is rich in beta glucans, compared to other pasta on the market.

MIRROR-TOUCH: Means experiencing same sensations as people he observes.

By Gemma Quinn AN American doctor says he physically feels the sensations his patients are going through.

Dr Salinas works at the Massachusetts General Hospital and has told the media he has a rare condition called

mirror-touch synaesthesia which means he experiences the same sensations as the people he observes experiencing.

He said he first noticed it when he was a child when he felt like he was being hugged when he saw someone else having the hug.

He said during medical school whilst watching and observing an arm amputation that he had the very graphic feeling like his arm had been dismembered. Whilst it may freak some people out, he said it has made him a better doctor as he can empathise with his patients.

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Quick hair fix not a regular solution DRY shampoo is a beauty quick fix for many people who need to bring a bit of life back to unwashed hair when time is short, but could that hair saviour come at a cost?

British men and women are the world’s biggest consumers of dry shampoo, with one in four having a can but hairdressers and trichologists are warning that over-using dry shampoo can cause unexpected consequences including itchy, flaky scalps, sores and even bald patches.

Whilst phenomenally popular, they say it is ideal for one off use, but is not designed to be used on a regular basis. It contains an oil-absorbing substance which is deposited on the hair to soak up the grease but if it’s used constantly it can dry out the hair and the scalp and make it flaky.

If used daily and not washed out it can also clog up the pores.

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Broad shoulders for a narrower waist CURVY waist is deemed to be attractive

STARING in the mirror can help detect early warning signs of disease

BODY SHAPE: An aesthetically pleasing balance.

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A SMART mirror that can detect the early signs of disease is being created.

Named the Wize Mirror, it uses a number of scanners and sensors to give the user a check-up. After a minute in front of it, the smart mirror can give a score that reveals how healthy a person looks, along with personalised advice for the day. It will include 3D scanners that can measure face-shape to look out

for changes in weight, while the multispectral cameras will be used to gauge heart rate and heaemoglobin levels in the blood.

Facial recognition technology can spot signs of stress whilst a sensor can take breath samples to indicate how much the user is smoking and drinking.

Clinical trials of Wize Mirror will begin next year.

DEPENDING on your genetics, you may be naturally blessed with a slim waist.

For women this is a visually pleasing aesthetic attribute, as the curve of the waist is deemed rather attractive.

There are three basic body shape categories that apply to us, these are • Ectomorph Tall Lean Athletic Shape - Does Not Gain Weight Easily • Mesomorph Hour Glass Curvy Shape - Builds muscle easily, gains weight easier than an Ectomorph

• Endomorph Stocky, Solid and Round Bodied - has strong muscles especially the legs, not so well defined, gains both muscle and fat easily.

The broader and more sculpted your shoulders are, the narrower your waist will appear, giving you a strong aesthetically pleasing balanced body shape.

Recommended exercises are: • Dumbbell Shoulder Presses • Dumbbell Side Shoulder Raises • Dumbbell Front Shoulder Raises • Seated Rear Delt Raises NOTE: Ensure you always warm up and mobilise your body, before performing any of these exercises.

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A fairytale wedding... do they live happy ever after?

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

WITH the wedding season in full swing, a survey by You & Your Wedding (the UK’s leading bridal brand) has revealed that, despite the tough economic climate, brides are more determined than ever to have the wedding of their dreams - at a time when the average cost of a wedding last year was over £20,000 with 50 per cent of brides expecting to go over their initial wedding budget.

Hardly surprising, then, many newlyweds now start married life in debt. Or that some go to ever increasing lengths to recoup wedding costs by selling on eBay items bought from their gift list to generate cash!

BIG DAY: It’s time people focused on the marriage rather than the wedding.

But it’s not just the newlyweds who run up costs. Someone I know of went to five weddings last year, a couple of which also involved stag ‘dos.’ The total cost (presents, accommodation, food, drinks etc) he reckoned amounted to several thousand pounds (one wedding alone left him with a bill for almost £1,000).

He’s been engaged now for a couple of years, but still can’t afford even the most basic, ‘no frills’ wedding for himself - mainly because he’s constantly being invited to other people’s.

But isn’t it about time people focused on the marriage rather than the wedding? After all, when all’s said and done, a wedding lasts only one day. With weddings such Hollywood-style productions nowadays, is it any wonder everyone forgets why they’re actually there, and why a few years later they’ll be experiencing that other procedure called

‘divorce.’ With the same people complaining about the cost of living, renting because they can’t afford to buy, their children’s tuition fees etc.

But then, a fool and his money...

They say it’s the bride’s big day.

And there’s me thinking it’s two people getting married! Call me a nostalgic but, please, less stage management and expense, more commitment and sobriety!

As we all know, an OTT celebritystyle wedding isn’t the fail-safe recipe for a happy-ever-after scenario. At the wedding of someone else I know of, it was just the two of them, a couple of passers-by they invited in (whose names they didn’t know) and the registrar. And, yes, they’re still happily married.

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Montgo will be rocking for the annual festival DENIA is the new venue due to a bigger demand for tickets

By Jason Bailey TH E t h i r d a n n u a l Montgo Rock Festival will be held on Saturday Au g u st 8 a t T h e Darsena in Denia.

This year the festival has moved from its usual site in Javea due to an increase in demand for tick e t s. T h e n e w venue will have better services and parking.

There will be an array of Spanish, British and international artists includi n g Ar i e l R o t , A llerto n R o a d a n d many more.

Tickets are €12 and are av a i l a b l e f r o m www.montgorock.es.

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ON STAGE: An array of Spanish, British and international artists will perform.

Javea’s one-man show EVERYBODY remembers the surreal and mystical story Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

by Lewis Carroll.

The Javea Players will be performing Crocodiles in Cream, which is written by David Horlock from Carroll’s diaries, letters and poems.

Kevin Moore takes the role of Lewis Carroll in this one-man show which will take place at the Javea Players Studio Theatre in Javea’s old town. The show runs from Monday September 7 until Friday September 11. Tickets are €12.50 and are available from the box office or boxofficejp@gmail.com or ring 966 471 455.

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Valencian Fiesta of fun and food ACTIVITIES will start on Saturday

JAVEA will be celebrating the Festes del Portitxol over the weekend of Saturday August 8. The fiesta starts at

6pm on Saturday with a parade and music through the streets of Portitxol. After refreshments have been enjoyed, there will be comedy and music in the square.

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Free Jazz at Polop castle FOR those that like Jazz there is a treat tomorrow, Friday August 7 and Saturday August 8. The sixth annual Jazzpolop festival will be held next to the castle in the old town of Polop.

The event is known for bringing traditional and contemporary world-class Jazz acts to the Costa Blanca. As well as showcasing every form of Jazz there are a number of other activities to entertain the crowds.

There are video installations, photographic exhibitions and painting and poetry.

The music starts at 11pm on both nights but the other activities will be running during the day and, due to the generous sponsorship by the municipality of Polop de la Marina, the event is totally free.

COOL: All forms of Jazz.

Film screening of The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

TASTY TAPAS: Traditional dishes and refreshments on offer.

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Then there will be a communal dinner. On Sunday a fisherman’s brunch of fresh sardines will be on offer and then games and activities for all the family.

THE Sala Duplex is showing the awardwinning film The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel tonight August 6 at 7pm and Saturday August 8 at 5pm. The film

stars Dame Judi Dench, Maggie Smith and Bill Nighy with a star-studded supporting cast. Sala Duplex is at Vivo en Calle Canalejas 4, Pilar de la Horadada Alicante.

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TRADITION: The Virgen de las Nieves festival has been celebrated since 1940.

Calpe Fiesta 2015 A CHANCE to experience true Spanish culture

By Jason Bailey IF you would like to experience Spanish culture then there is no better way than at a local fiesta and The Virgen de las Nieves Fiesta runs until Tuesday August 11.

The fiesta is in honour of the patron saint of Calpe, The Virgen de las Nieves,

and has been celebrated in the town since 1940.

Today, Thursday August 6, there will be bull-running for children at 11.30am and the collection of the brightly decorated fiesta queens at 7.30pm. Friday 7 and Saturday 8 are given over to the entrance of the bulls with more bull-running, but this

time for adults. On Sunday August 9 at 8pm, there is a grand fancy dress parade on Calle Benissa and bull-running after the parade at 2am.

Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 will feature more bullrunning during the evening with the culmination of the fiesta at 7.30pm on Tuesday evening.

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Take a picture and win a prize DENIA photographic competition starts

GET SNAPPING: Capture the beauty and diversity of the area.

By Jason Bailey IF you are an amateur snapper, or even a professional photographer, then your walks and drives around Denia and the Marina Alta could make you money.

The Denia photographic competition 2015 has started and will run until Tuesday September 15. The subject for the competition is the beauty and

diversity of Denia and the surrounding areas. There are four categories: Places of Interest; Sunrise and Sunset; Beach, Sea and Sand; and Food and Drink. The first prize in each category is €50 and the picture judged to be the best in show will win €150. To take part email admin@tododedenia.com and the winners will be announced on Wednesday September 30. Good luck and don’t forget your camera!

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On the hunt for a good remedy THE name Jagermeister in English means ‘Hunting Master’ and it is so called because it was founded by a German chap named Wilhelm, an enthusiastic hunter at the beginning of the 20th century. It was then distilled by Curt Master, who was Wilhelm’s son, and the name jagermeister was also known as a high-ranking job title for game wardens.

Then the name for game wardens in the German Civil Service was redefined as ‘Reichsjadgesetz’ by the Imperial Hunting Law. But as the original name for the liqueur was well known by the Germans as ‘Jegermeister’ it still retained its name, also sometimes referred to as ‘Goring Schnapps’.

The label on the bottle features a glowing Christian cross and a stag which bears relevance to two patron saints of hunters, Saint Hubertus and Saint Eustace, both of whom had been converted to Christianity after apparently having a vision of the cross between the stag’s antlers.

However the story is told religiously, it is still fine in spirit and in total boasts 56 different ingredients which provide the flavour that has made Jagermeister famous.

This is probably why it cures an upset tummy or hangover as lots of the ingredients are herbs that will benefit you healthwise.

Why not try a shot? You may be converted!

HANGOVER CURE? A shot of Jagermeister.

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A market with all things traditional JESUS POBRE hosts one every Sunday

ORGANIC PRODUCE: Plenty on offer.

By Jason Bailey SHOULD you wish to visit a farmers’ market, look no fur-

ther than the weekly one held in Jesus Pobre.

Mercat del Riurau sets up every Sunday in the market square in the village. During the summer it runs from 6pm until late and has something for everyone. The name Riurau comes from the typical Marina Alta construction of a covered area to dry the raisins that were once a main source of income.

Today the market has stalls that sell fresh, organic produce, tasty baked treats, traditional crafts and much more.

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ALTHOUGH the weather is hot, indeed very hot at times, many plants will benefit from a summer pruning. But do this late evening at sunset or early morning before the sun is up.

The potential benefits are as follows: A. A continuity of flowers.

This is particularly important with roses, all annuals, perennials including geraniums and leonotis and shrubs such as plumbago and lantanas.

B. The removal of untidy dead flower heads. As for ‘a’ plus bulbs such as gladioli and lilies; aromatic herbs like rosemary, lavender and rue; perennials such as margaritas, gazanias and pelargoniums.

C. The collection of seed heads for seeds for next year.

Easy ones to grow are hollyhocks, marigolds, mirabilis, yellow lantanas and sweetpeas.

D. A tidier garden. Just look around weekly and see what is starting to look out of place or getting in the way.

E. Stopping the best external and internal views from being blocked out by exuberant growth.

F. Ensuring that the overhang of hedges and trees over outside pavements remains safe. Unfortunately this may mean removing flowering branches as we do with oleander, honeysuckle, bougainvillaeas and bignonias.

G. The stimulation of larger fruits. If fruit bushes or trees have a very heavy crop of small fruits remove some fruits on each branch.

H. The preparation of cuttings and the propagation of young plants for planting out next year. Try summer cuttings of carnations, mock orange, geraniums/pelargoniums, mesums, leonotis, bignonias, hibiscus, lantanas, succulents, sages, etc.

I. Safety. The lower branches of palms and spiky ends of yuccas, agaves, cacti and other spiky plants need cutting off during the summer especially if

near paths or terraces.

J. To continue to be able to see the fish in the pond. We regularly remove excess aerating weeds and excessive numbers of waterlily leaves.

K. To train large shrubs and trees to cover up eyesores such as the garden shed and a new development down the road, or on the hillside above.

Just a couple of hours a week with secateurs will ensure a neat and enviable summer gar-

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Your efforts can be rewarded with a large sundowner, unless your medical tapas dishes forbid, or a Spanish breakfast with a glass of summer wine, i.e. wine diluted 50 per cent with lemonade or aerated water.

PRUNING OF OLEANDERS Our general recommendations re the pruning of oleanders are as follows.

If you have a large garden,

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Boundary hedges can become leggy unless pruned. We suggest you prune a third to half of the height every three years to stimulate thicker bushes and flowering shoots.

If you have only a small or moderate garden with internal oleander hedges you may find it effective to cut two thirds of the branches back to 50 cen-

timetres every three years leaving just a few flowering branches in the cutting year.

Recognise that pruning will keep bushes down to a manageable size and stimulate an ever increasing network of flowering spurs. You will notice that those that flower most prolifically are those that are left a free rein to grow. © Dick Handscombe www.gardenspain.com August 2015

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NEWLY-OPENED: YouGrow shop in La Nucia has everything you need. side. The reflective covering ensures that all the light inside the tent is reflected back onto the plants so there is no wastage. Inside there are lighting ballasts and vents for air intake and extraction.

The tent can be set up for

manual or automatic feeding and watering, and the lights can also be automated so you can relax in the knowledge that your plants are receiving exactly what the need, when they need it.

The key to success is using

high quality products; if you try to save money in this area then the results can be affected. YouGrow also stock earth, fertilizer and growing food and compounds as well as their own brand of seeds. Selecting the best growing com-

pound for your plants can pay dividends. The growing mediums that YouGrow sell are selected for their ability to nurture plants as they germinate and then feed them as they develop. It is recommended you feed your plants as they grow and YouGrow have a wide variety of growth feeds for all varieties of plants. As well as growth supplements the Ph level of the soil can affect your plants’ development. Some plants thrive in an alkaline environment, whilst others bene-

fit from a slightly acidic soil. YouGrow have a variety of Ph testing kits which will allow you to make sure your plants are in the best environment to flourish.

YouGrow are passionate about helping you achieve the best possible results and as well as providing everything you need, they are happy to offer advice regarding every stage of the growing process.

So if you have green fingers but would like to ‘grow’ further then visit YouGrow, they will make sure everything in your garden is blooming.

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It’s not just humans and animals distressed by the hot weather!

WHEN your garden is subjected to extreme heat for an ongoing period, many plants will suffer, often quite dramatically. Naturally some plants, especially succulents are pretty much drought-proof but if you enjoy a range of flowering plants and growing your own vegetables, then you will have to give them some help.

It can be extremely frustrating to have spent a great deal of time, effort and money on producing your oasis or market garden to then see all that you have planted literally shrivel up and die.

The first signs of stress will be in the wilting of the foliage which indicates lack of water and excess of direct sunlight.

The obvious answer to this is to increase watering and for years many expert gardeners including the Royal Horticultural Society have advised against watering when the sun is at its strongest as they believed it caused leaf burn. As with so many long-standing

INCREASE WATERING: As well as feeding your plants with nutrients. theories, this has now been tested and disproved by a team of physicists from a Hungarian University who could find no evidence that this was true.

So, apart from increasing watering, you should consider feeding with nutrients, spreading mulch around the base and for many vegetables in partic-

ular, a simple shade will help.

If you have a large garden then increasing watering is probably the most effective way of helping your plants, but you could also consider planting taller bushy plants alongside those that need shade. These larger plants will cast shadows over those that are suffering.

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Mortgage numbers increase THE number of mortgages taken out in Spain in May increased for the 12th month running, the National Statistics Institute (INE) has reported.

The number of mortgages registered for homes in the country was 19,732, 10.9 per cent more than in May 2014.

The average amount registered was €103,992 with the overall amount loaned reaching more than €2 billion.

The regions where the most mortgages were registered were Andalucia with 3,717, Madrid with 3,378 and Cataluña with 3,085, although amount-wise Madrid led with €496.3 million.

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Time may be right to invest in cities and tourist areas MORE jobs and reduced financing costs are behind the increase in demand

By Eleanor Hawkins PROPERTY prices are on the rise this year almost everywhere in Spain, and according to Bankinter will continue to increase over the rest of this year and 2016.

The bank has predicted gradual increases in average home prices of 2 per cent this year and 4 per cent next year in popular areas, which will help the sector, recover.

More jobs, reduced financing costs and property’s attraction as an investment as opposed to other alternatives are behind increased demand, which will rise to just over 400,000 homes in 2016, the bank has estimated.

Yet the cycle of recovery will not

PROPERTY PRICES: Are on the rise almost everywhere in Spain. lead to another demand boom as new homes will only make up 70,00080,000 of those demanded next year,

the report continued.

These factors have led Bankinter to consider the price adjustment peri-

od to be reaching an end this year, meaning the time could be right to invest in big cities and tourist areas.

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Overseas buyers choosing Spain for properties RECORD borrowing rates and bargain prices luring investors

Prices have fallen by up to 50 per cent since 2007.

By Eleanor Hawkins SPAIN is the top choice for Britons buying property away from home, Conti overseas mortgage specialist has confirmed.

Just under half of enquiries the company received in the second quarter of this year were regarding Spanish property, consolidating the performance registered in the first quarter and signalling a strong comeback from recent economic problems, Conti said.

Prices which have fallen by up to 50 per cent since 2007 and the growing strength of the pound against the euro has meant buyers from the UK are saving thousands of pounds on purchases.

Conti director Clare Nessling said: “With the pound boosting buyers’ budgets, a slice of life overseas is becoming even more tempting, especially when compared to costs in the UK. Record borrowing rates and bargain prices are also luring investors overseas, with a big shift in interest towards Spain over the last six months.”

German luxury property sales experts Engels & Völkers also reported increased interest in Spanish property from buyers from the UK, Germany, Scandinavia, Belgium, France and Russia in particular. The areas that attracted the most interest were reported to be the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Balearic Islands and large cities.

Years of work and entire income would be needed to buy a home A STUDY by fotocasa and Infojobs online employment site has revealed that Spanish workers would need to use their entire income for an average of 5.5 years to buy a new home.

The results were obtained by taking average salaries in

Spain (€1,969 per month gross) and the average price of property, which for June was reported to be €1,635 per square metre.

By region, the Basque Country is the area where workers would take longest to pay at 9.7 years, followed by

the Balearic Islands at 7.2 years, Madrid at 7.1 years, Catalunya at 6.9 years, Cantabria at 6.4 years and Galicia at six years.

At the other end of the scale were Castilla La Mancha (4.1 years), Extremadura (4.2 years) and Murcia (4.3 years).

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How does your kitchen compare to a Celebrity Chef’s kitchen?

THE more light you have, the better you can show off all of those amazing design features in your new kitchen John Graham The property expert HAVE you ever wondered what separates a professional Celebrity TV Chef’s kitchen from an ordinary dull, uninspiring kitchen in a home? The answer is, professional creative design, it makes all the difference.

The first thing you should realise is that there are certain do’s and don’ts that we professionals factor in to achieve the best kitchens for you.

Let’s start with some of the things you should do and some things you should try to avoid when having your new kitchen designed and fitted.

The kitchen is one place that needs to be both beautiful and functional. This raises a double challenge of do’s and don’ts in kitchen layout and design. Organisation and layout are essential factors in your kitchen design.

KITCHEN DESIGN: It needs to be both beautiful and functional.

We refer to the sink, hob/oven and refrigerator as the kitchen triangle, the area of greatest activity which requires careful planning and unobstructed access. Of the three, the sink will see the most action and should have easy access to the hob/oven and refrigerator, as well as your worktops or workstations.

Often kitchens are designed with sinks in-

stalled right above the plumbing or in a poor location. Instead of making this mistake, relocate the drains and the plumbing to accommodate the best placement for the sink.

Regardless of kitchen size or layout, the distances between your work triangle should not be too small.

Kitchens typically contain lots of accessories

and keeping them easily accessible can be a tricky proposition, one big design mistake is not including enough storage.

Today recycling waste in kitchen design has gone beyond sticking a bin under the sink, incorporate a waste disposable unit.

Extractor hoods simply circulate dirty, stale air, while a good ventilation system will improve the quality of your indoor air and keep your kitchen cleaner. If your kitchen opens on to a living area it will make life easier, cleaner and more pleasant for everyone.

The kitchen is one room where you can’t afford to have poor lighting. After all, the more light you have, the better you can show off all of those amazing design features in your new beautiful modern celebrity chef kitchen.

Please contact me if you would like to have a celebrity chef's kitchen design and installation.

Email gk.ipad@me.com Follow me on Twitter @johngrahamFASI #CelebrityChef #PropertyMarbella Telephone (44) 203 2900983

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Breathing fresher air NEW technology that improves air filtration systems in cars also claims to create air that is cleaner than that of the countryside. Ford’s advanced air filtration tested vehicles with the new system and found the amount of nitrogen oxide, a key trigger for asthma, was significantly lower or equal to that found outside vehicles in the country. The new system will feature in the all-new Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy vehicles.

Wheelchair access for Ford SUV US Mobility vehicle company, Braunability, has joined forces with Ford to create the first Sports Utility Vehicle with wheelchair access. The customised Ford Explorer, which is currently the bestselling SUV in the US, hopes to revolutionise the mobility vehicle market. BraunAbility, who produce wheelchair accessible vehicles and lifts have created a car which features sliding doors, removable driver and passenger seats as well as a powered, lighted wheelchair ramp.

Scheduled to launch in the US this summer.

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Jaguar XKR-S: “It’s very fast and very, very loud. And then in the corners it will get its tail out more readily than George Michael.

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All eyes to the front with latest Passat innovation DRIVERS simply need to choose which types of information they want to display

By Carol Irving THE eighth Volkswagen Passat model sees a new gadget being introduced in the shape of an information display right in front of the driver’s field of vision, the first Volkswagen model to have this innovation.

The display, pops up above the dashboard on the windshield, enabling the driver to keep looking ahead without taking their eyes off the road. Information such as speed, traffic signs as well as data about the various assistance systems are shown on a 10 x 15cm transparent surface which has a resolution of 480 x 240 pixels.

Other information, such as alerts or navigation data, appear on the screen as though it is actually two metres in front of the vehicle, making it easier for the driver to continue focusing on the road ahead, rather than glancing at the dashboard and then having to refo-

cus, meaning there is less time to react at any potential traffic hazard.

To operate the display, drivers simply need to choose which types of information they want displayed via the infotainment system and activate it via a control next to the rotary light switch.

For a price of €560, this option will be available in all Passat models the Passat Saloon,

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INFORMATION DISPLAY: Pops up on the windshield enabling the driver to keep looking ahead.

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Jaguar owners’ leisurely lunch by the lake

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Taking to the air

Brian, Nick and Mike (from Ronda) and Alan.

MEMBERS came from length and breadth of Costa del Sol from Toledo and Mike and Nick came from Ronda. Other members came from the length and breadth of the Costa del Sol. A surprise was in store with the arrival of a couple of MG RV8s and an unusual Nissan Figaro who dropped in to say hello.

After the cava reception, lunch consisted of a first course of Berenjenas con Miel, Almejas a la Marinera and Tortilla de Camarones followed by what can only be described as a meat fest, five pieces of assorted meat with a small potato and a few veg per person.

Spain is not big on vegetarian.

The next meeting will be

on Saturday August 22 at Hotel Cortijo La Reina on the edge of the Montes de Malaga. With a cava reception and four course gourmet menu for only 25 euros, it is an event not to be missed.

The Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club is the largest Jaguar club in the world and was formed in 1984, by members of other Jaguar clubs, for the enthusiast who not only uses, but maintains or restores their SS, Jaguar or Daimler.

If you have a Jaguar or have an interest in Jaguars, contact Philip Wray by email on JEC.CostaDelSol@gmail.com to register your interest.

Ian, Derek and David.

Leslie (from Toledo), Geri and Brian.

HOT on the heels of technology that propels cars faster, comes a development which will take your motor up into the air.

The prototype of the flying car has recently been completed by two ex-students from the former Communist Czechoslovakia who dreamed of building such a machine as far back as the 1990s.

Inspired by the idea of freedom, Engineer Stefan Klein joined forces with fellow drama student Juraj Vaculik and came up with a design for a flying car which they hoped would become a reality.

In 2010, they formed the company Aeromobil, and hope to launch the vehicle in 2017.

Reaching speeds of up to 160kmph on land and 200 in the air, it can fly up to 3,000 metres with distances of up to 700 km.

Breaking all records, the 1,000mph (1,610 kmph) Jaguar MENA - Flickr

NOT a cloud in the sky. Not a breath of wind. A blazing sun.

34 degrees. A typical Spanish July day was the backdrop for the recent lunch for the Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club, Costa del Sol. On this occasion it was held at Las Mayoralas with its fabulous views from the north shore over Lake Vinuela.

The journey to Las Mayoralas involved a beautiful run around southern Spain to find the venue. Country lanes twisting through the mountains, olive and cork trees, passing barking scruffy dogs, goats and onwards to Lake Vinuela.

Members arrived from far afield, Leslie drove 400 kms

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LATEST DESIGN: Created by World Land Speed Holder Wing Commander Andy Green.

AFTER the latest development in motoring technology announced plans for a 300 mph car, it looks like it is already being overtaken. Scientists are working on developing a vehicle that can reach speeds of up to 1,000mph (1,610 kmph) and so break the world land speed record.

The car, which is being developed by a British team, will have an engine created from a rocket attached to a Eurofighter-Typhoon jet engine.

Named Bloodhound SSC, it will make its first appearance in 2016 at Hakskeen Pan in Northern Cape, South Africa.

The design has been created by World Land

Speed Holder Wing Commander Andy Green, ably assisted by a team of RAF technicians from 71 Squadron. Plans are to finish off the car with a Union Jack design on the tail fin, which will also feature signatures of individuals or organisations who have supported the project.

Individuals who wish to do so, can donate as little as £15 (€21.37) and will receive a certificate and be listed on the fin, schools and other youth groups who donate £50 (€71.24) will receive a certificate and will be listed on a separate part of the fin, as will business and organisations who donate £500 (€712.42).

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Montgo Golf Society EXPECTED storms and heavy rain forecast did not materialise

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MONTGO GOLFERS: Played their monthly medal competition at Oliva Nova.

THE expected storms and heavy rain forecast for Friday July 31, did not materialise, the weather men having got it wrong by about 12 hours, with Oliva Nova having had a good soaking Thursday afternoon.

The winner of Montgo Golf Society’s monthly medal competition sponsored by Robin Thatcher was Denise Cooper, who came up with yet another good round, scoring a superb net 66 from her 17.0

handicap which is now reduced to 15.8.

Second place was taken by Rob Wallace on one of his summer visits to the Costa Blanca scoring a net 71 from 5.6 beating Gordon Gleeson (16.1) on handicap.

The next two spots were also decided on handicap with Shaun O’Gorman (5.6) beating Bob Marsden (26.1) both scoring net 72.

The final placing again on

handicap went to Brian Redfearn (12.3) with a net score of 73. Two nearest the pins were won by Neil Cumming (third) and Denise (16th) with one of the guests, Michel Grin, scoring the only two of the day to take home a coveted Montgo ball.

The Society’s next game is at Oliva Nova on Friday August 14, for the Summer Scramble sponsored by Jan and Roy Jones with a first tee at 8:56am.

PEGO CUP: Members played a medal format.

THIS week, Pego played for the Pego Cup in a medal format.

A lot of the players had difficulty on the greens, as they had been hollow tined, and the sand used was not of a very good quality.

Nevertheless some players succeeded in mastering them.

Their guest for the day was Neil Ewell.

There was only one ‘two’ and that went to Donna Green. Nearest the pin on hole five

was Brian Bardenand, and on hole 16, Donna Green.

Results: First with a net 70 off 21.7 hcp, was Paul Singh. Second with 72 off 19.8 hcp, was Richard Fox. Third with 74 off 5.5 hcp, was Shaun O’Gorman. Fourth with 75 off 17.3 was Jim Gillies. Fifth with 75 off 24.3 hcp, was Alan Simpson, and 6th with 75 off 16.6, was Roger Brown.

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Sad news Ladies’ Golf v ‘Flying Men’s Golf win an WOMEN are missing out on press and prizes

Ashes

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SAMMY COX: Made over 500 club appearances.

THE former Queen’s Park, Third Lanark, Dundee and Rangers full-back of the 1940s/50s, Sammy Cox, has died at the age of 91. He made over 500 club appearances during his career, 370 for the Ibrox Park club, and won 24 caps for Scotland.

In season 1948–49, Rangers became the first club in Scottish football history to win the Treble, and Cox played an important role, playing in 43 of Rangers’ 44 matches. Rangers retained the League title in season 1949–1950, and Cox was once again an ever present as Rangers edged out Hibernian by one point.

Rangers also retained the Scottish Cup, beating East Fife 3–0 at Hampden. R.I.P.

TROY MERRIT AND INBEE PARK: Who could go incognito at your local course?

Getting in the swing with Campbell Lamont

By Tony Myles THERE were two significant golf tournaments over the past weekend and they reminded me of those Spot the Difference newspaper competitions. Except that with these two events the differences were identified with ease.

Having watched the Ricoh Women’s British Open at Turnbury and the Tiger sponsored Quicken Loans, it is evident that there are very clear disparities between the male and female professional games.

New golf super power One of the first things you notice is the increasing dominance of Asian players in the ladies’ upper strata. Out of the top 20 finishers, 10 were Asian players. This is reflected in the world rankings

where again, nine of the top 20 are Asian players.

A few have relocated to other countries but the names at the top are a very strong indicator of the emergence of spectacular golfing talent from China, Japan and especially from Korea. The winner, who demonstrated the most resilient golf, was world number one, Inbee Park. A solid performer from Korea who already had a hoard of major golf titles to her name.

However - whilst the vast majority of golfers would have little difficulty in identifying Jordan Spieth I would bet that Inbee could turn up at your next Texas Scramble and nobody would recognise her. I would even go further by suggesting that if she was identified as the world number one very few would be able to name her.

This conjecture is supported by the size of the winner’s purse. In Gainesville, Virginia, the Quicken Loans winner, Troy Merrit, held off Ricky Fowler to top the leaderboard and collect

$1.2 million whilst in Turnbury - recently renamed Trump Turnbury - Inbee Park came from five shots back to overtake her own protégée Jin-Young Ko and collect a mere £298,000.

Of course it is a large sum and a good return on four days’ effort but it does bear comparison when the standard of golf was equally high in both events and it is merely the level of exposure that is determining the value.

So what is the point?

In summary, I spotted: 1. Strong challenge being mounted by Asian countries in the ladies’ game.

2. Limited coverage of the ladies’ events.

3. Much lower prize value for the ladies.

What do you think? Email info@clgolf.es with any comments PS. Got to squeeze in a “Well done!” to a fantastic teenage Spanish newcomer Luna Sobron, who finished tied 13th and hopes to become a professional at the end of this year.

CRICKET – Jimmy Anderson (6-47) and then ‘Man of the Match’ Steve ‘The Flying’ Finn (6-79) helped England to a resounding eight wicket victory in the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston last week. Australia were dismissed for 136 and 265 whi l e Engl and r epl i ed with 281 and 124-2, Ian Bell scoring 53 and 65 not out. The fourth test starts t oday at Tr ent Br i dge and Engl and, 2- 1 up in the five-

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RSON and ‘Man of the inn helped England to victory match series, will be without the injured Anderson.

ATHLETICS - The World Anti-Doping Agency is ‘very alarmed’ after fresh allegat i ons of su sp e c t e d d o p i n g emerge in a leak of test data.

It is believed that at least 10 medal-winning athletes at the 2012 London Olympics have shown dubious discrepancies in their blood.

RUGBY LEAGUE – This season’s Challenge Cup Final, to be held at Wembley Stadium on the 29th of this month, will feature Hull KR against Leeds Rhinos. In the semis, Hull eliminated Warri ngton Wo l v e s wh i l e t h e Rhinos ousted St Helens.

BOXING - L u k e C a m p bell s topp e d f e l l o w Hu ll fighter Tommy Coyle in the 10th round to win the WBC lightweight title eliminator.

EVENTS – T h e Wo r ld Netball Championships start tomorrow in Australia... The World Badminton Championships take place in Jakarta, Indonesia from the 10-16 A u gust... T h e a l l - Sp a n i sh UEFA Super Cup between Barcelona and Sevilla will be played in Tbilisi, Georgia on August 11... The first women’s Ashes Test beLUKE CAMPBELL: Won the WBC lightweight title eliminator.

DID YOU KNOW? Leeds United’s midfielder Mick Bates was the first player to be sent off TWICE in the same European competition – dismissed against Partizan Belgrade in the Fairs Cup in November 1967 and against Dinamo Bucharest in November 1970.

tween England and Australia s tarts in Ca n terb u ry n ext Tuesday morning... and the European Equestrian Championships are being held in Aachen, Germany from 11-23 August.

STEVE FINN: Man of the match in Ashes Test.

HULL KINGSTON ROVERS: Will meet Leeds Rhinos in Challenge Cup final.

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Arsene beats José at last in his 20th season!

HOODOO broken as Arsenal beat Chelsea in Community Shield Tony Matthews International Sports A former football player and the world’s most prolific author of football books (more than 100 published), Tony is also the sports reporter for Spectrum Radio and lives in the Cabrera mountains.

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FOOTBALL – This weekend sees the start of the new ‘English’ league season with action in all four Divisions.

The first ‘live’ Premiership game on BT Sport, 1.45pm kick-off, Spanish time, is on Saturday involving Manchester United and Tottenham

Hotspur, followed by newlypromoted Bournemouth v Aston Villa, Everton v Watford, Leicester v Sunderland, Norwich v Crystal Palace and Chelsea v Swansea (teatime).

It’s Arsenal v West Ham, Newcastle v Southampton and Stoke v Liverpool on Sunday and WBA v Manchester City on Monday.

The top Championship games on the opening day are Brentford versus Ipswich Town (both lost in the playoffs last season) and Charlton Athletic against demoted QPR. This evening we have the

third round, second leg qualifying games in the Europa League, including AberdeenKairat (currently at 1-2), Astra-West Ham (2-2), Inter Baku-At. Bilbao (0-2) and Vitesse Arnhem-Southampton (0-3), and last night Celtic (10 up) were hoping to make progress in the Champions League against Qarabag in Azerbaijan.

Last Saturday, Chelsea Ladies became the first winners of the Women’s FA Cup final at Wembley. A record crowd of 30,000+ saw them beat Notts County 1-0. Twenty-four hours later, 85,437

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---------------------------CBBA NORTHERN SUMMER LEAGUE 30 July 2015 Another excellent result for the Panthers at home against Finca Guila on Monday 27th, scoring 98 shots to 57 and taking 21 points to five and leading the table by one point from Javea Sharks, but the Panthers have a game in hand. The Panthers need 52 points from three matches, less any points the Javea Sharks drop.

---------------------------ADVANCE NOTICE Monday August 3 - CBBA NORTHERN SUMMER LEAGUE - Our Cougars home to Finca Guila whilst our Panthers are away to El Cid, Cougars match is at 09.30 whilst the Panthers have an early start at 09.00.

---------------------------BBC MASTERS Entries are now being invited for the above competition which is arguably the best format on the Costa Blanca please visit our website for more information, sponsors and online entry form.

---------------------------For a full update of all the competition results and forthcoming events please view on line at www.benitachell bowlsclub.com.

fans saw Arsenal edge Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Community Shield game at the same venue. Alex OxladeChamberlain was on target Arsenal’s first goal against the Blues for 506 minutes.

For manager Arsene Wenger, starting his 20th season in charge at The Emirates, it was his first win over José Mourinho and for Arsenal it was their first victory over Chelsea for four years.

North of the border, reigning SPL champions Celtic got off to a winning start by beating Ross County while Brora Rangers walloped Rothes 11-

0 in the Highland League, thus equalling the club’s biggest-ever win.

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WENGER: Mourinho defeated.

BENITACHELL BOWLS: Coaching by well qualified personnel.