Euro Weekly News - Costa del Sol 19 – 25 October 2017 Issue 1685

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FIVE people have been held for illegally selling luxury homes valued at €4 million in Marbella.

Among those seized for corruption are a lawyer and two real estate agents who were working on the city’s upmarket Golden Mile.

A police probe was launched after the owner of several properties in the Casablanca urbanisation complained that scam artists had tried to see his houses by pretending to be the real owners.

Those involved allegedly contacted the victim and told him that they were property investors from Madrid .

They used the information the owner had listed on several genuine websites to advertise.

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Storm-pooper!

A 41-year-old British expatriate has been held in Mijas on suspicion of robbing a hotel while dressed as a character from sci-fi movie franchise Star Wars.

The culprit was wearing an Imperial Storm Trooper mask as he entered the Mijas Pueblo hotel carrying a gun before stealing €1,500 in cash from reception and fleeing the scene.

It comes after police released CCTV footage of the incident, which has been widely shared on social media.

In the video, the helmet-clad man can be seen casually walking through the hotel’s reception before pointing a gun at the receptionist.

After putting the money into a small black bag, the thief initially leaves the scene but returns to destroy what appears to be the desk phone.

Hours earlier, there had been reports of an attempted robbery at a holiday home in the area by the same individual.

After probing videos and images of both events, Guardia Civil officers were able to arrest the unnamed Englishman and also found a loaded gun at his registered address.

The 41-year-old has reportedly been accused of two counts of alleged robbery, robbery with attempted violence and intimidation.

He has been imprisoned without bail pending trial

Police unmask armed raider

Burst of national cheer

FARCE IS STRONG: The accused was caught on video (inset).

THE citizens of Fuengirola carried one of the longest Spanish flags in the world during the town’s annual festival, measuring 43 metres long and 17 metres wide. It comes in the wake of the recent Catalan independence referendum which has seen Spaniards reaffirm their national pride.

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Rains return!

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Policemen probed TWO Guardia Civil officers have been held in Malaga City amid accusations of drug trafficking, after a total of 38 kilograms of hashish was found in one of their private vehicles alongside €3,500 in cash and a small amount of cocaine.

Fraud fine THE former mayor of Jerez could face up to three years in prison and a fine of more than €2.5 million for his involvement with money laundering in the Marbella ‘Malaya’ council fraud scandal.

Blade runner POLICE in Marbella have held a 36-year-old man accused of robbing a local supermarket of €900 at knifepoint after he allegedly raided the store with another man and forced the shop assistants to hand over the till contents before fleeing.

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Storms lash the coast

By Matt Ford A YELLOW warning issued for severe weather on the Costa del Sol remains in place today (Thursday) after storms battered southern Spain.

It comes after the area was hit by more than 2,000 bolts of lightning in the space of three hours yesterday morning, leaving eight towns without electricity, including Marbella, Mijas, Fuengirola, Benalmadena, Torremolinos, Alhaurín de l a To r r e a n d A l h a u r í n e l Grande, according to Spanish weather agency AEMET. More than 25 litres of water per square metre fell in just over an hour in places, leading to over 70

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DRAMA: A lightning storm, flooded roads and falling rocks. c a l l s a l e r t i n g e m e rg e n c y services to landslides, flooding and other incidents, while the train between Fuengirola and Tor-

remolinos was suspended.

H o w e v e r, l o c a l d a m s were replenished to an extent following an extended period of drought.

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Flood threat goes on OVER 1,200,000 people in Malaga Province are estimated to live in areas at high risk of flooding.

A new study by the Madeca Foundation, responsible for managing and implementing strategic actions plans for Malaga Province, declared that 15 towns in Malaga Province are ‘high-risk’ flood zones.

Some of the most vulnerable towns include Estepona, Malaga capital, Marbella and Fuengirola.

The research also revealed the frequency of flooding in the region has risen from once every seven years to once every four years.

The study also suggests that the economic costs of repairing damage caused by floods will rise in the near future due to their increased intensity and frequency.

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Man fined for dog’s death A MAN in Fuengirola has been given a €540 fine after a dog was found hanged at his farm in Mijas. After a complaint made by a neighbour, Guardia Civil officers reportedly found the dog tied up by a short iron chain directly wrapped around its neck, which allegedly later killed the animal.

Masked raiders INVESTIGATORS have held a man on suspicion of robbing a Chinese bazaar in Marbella. The 36-year-old Spaniard and an accomplice allegedly broke into an establishment wearing ski masks and brandishing knives demanding staff deposit cash into a rubbish bag. A second suspect has been identified and is the subject of a manhunt.

Harassment horror A MALAGA man has been jailed for harassing his ex-girlfriend and advertising her contact details in local newspapers.

He was accused of inflicting emotional and physical abuse and has been sentenced to two years in prison and a fiveyear restraining order preventing him from seeing or having any contact with the victim.

Mussel bound THERE will be a new section within the port of Fuengirola following approval of the opening of a new area for the marketing of bivalve molluscs. BCM Ingeniero has the rights to sell various shellfish such as mussels and also keep crustaceans in the same area.

Water expense THE city of Casabermeja has already spent more than €70,000 since last June giving water supplies to neighbours of the municipality. Currently, the rural areas of Casabermeja continue to be supplied by tanker trucks which insert 50,000 litres of water into local reservoirs every day.

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SPANISH FACTS OF LIFE...33 Spain is the second most mountainous European country after Switzerland, and is also home to one of its most active volcanoes.

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VOLATILE: Mount Teide with the famous Garcia Stone in front.

Mountain high and totally breathtaking!

SPAIN was once described as “just one big mountain,” and although a tongue in cheek comment by a 19th century English travel writer, the nation does possess an extensive and rugged landscape.

With five main mountain ranges - the Sistema Central, the Cordillera Cantabrica, the Pyrenees, the Cordillera Subbetica and the Sierra Morena - more than 20 per cent of the country’s land is 1,000 metres or more above sea level. The individual daddy of them all, though not on the mainland, is Mount Teide, in Tenerife on the Canary Islands, More than 3,700 metres high, Teide is the country’s most visited natural attraction and the highest - and still active volcano in the world outside Hawaii when measured from peak to ocean floor.

Teide last erupted in 1909 but it is still rated as being unstable leading many to speculate an eruption is imminent.

A study eight years ago by Granada University found that Teide is likely to violently erupt and the International Association of Volcanology also labelled it a ‘decade volcano,’ one with a destructive history that is close to populated areas.

The highest mountain peak on mainland Spain is Mulhacen, at more than 3,400 metres, just over two hour’s drive from Granada in the Sierra Nevada range.

Not only does the Sierra Nevada offer opportunities to do extreme sports, but it is also a popular ski resort.

€4m seized POLICE have held 17 people alleged to be perpetrators of a Malaga tax evasion scheme and seized more than €3.8 million in assets.

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ON the French/Spanish border in the north, the Pyrenees have more than 200 peaks over 3,000 metres high, and the largest surviving glacier can be found on Aneto, the region’s tallest peak.

Larrun, at nearly 1,000 metres, was used by the French troops when they sought shelter from Wellington’s forces during the 19th century Peninsular War. Many interesting sights can be found sky-high including St Mary’s church on Mount Naranco and the Montserrat monastery in Cataluña, which is more than 1,000-years-old.

The suspects, all Spanish nationals belonged to an organisation alleged to have profited from tax evasion through money laundering, fraud and falsifying documents.

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The total number of news and features which appeared in Issue 1684 of the Euro Weekly News Costa del Sol edition, including 94 local stories.

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TRIVIA FROM AROUND THE WORLD VIGO BURNS: Fires spread across the north-west of Spain

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1 GALICIA BLAZES: 146 fires reported, two dead and 500 military deployed - 22,967 2 Ryanair announce MASSIVE flight cancellations due to French ATC strike - 21,425 3 UK airlines warn Tuesday’s French air traffic strike hit Spain flights - 17,907 4 Prepare for another scorcher! Hot weather returns to Spain - 7,847 5 Hurricane Ophelia heading towards Spain - 7,242

Poll of the week Should Spain turn back the clock and revert to Greenwich Mean Time, abandoning the time zone it joined under the Franco dictatorship?

LAST WEEK’S POLL: Should Spain introduce payments for the return of plastic bottles in the war against environmental pollution?

Yes = 88% No = 12%

Top Social Media comments Galicia blazes The government needs to change their laws and max 10-year jail sentence for anyone starting fires! The bomberos put their life at risk, nature killed the cost!!! IDIOTS. Wendy Nerding My thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones and their homes, the firefighters, ordinary people and military who are trying to put a stop to the fires. Such devastation to wildlife as well by a few senseless idiots. Sallyann Wiseman Maybe those concerned never thought their own granny, cousin etc could be killed or trapped by these fires. In some scenes it appeared there was nowhere to escape to. Jenny Dodd They aren’t wildfires, these are acts of sick criminal minds who deserve to burn in hell. Debbie Carter Penélope Cruz “sad and shocked” over Harvey Weinstein revelations They should have spoken out years ago. Were they more concerned about their own careers than preventing future victims? Andy Funnell UK insurance cheat with bad back caught out on TV doing bungee swing in Spain Not good enough to just get a suspended sentence that will not deter others to do the same.

Shame on the judge. Should have been jail and community service. Edith Farminer I knew a bloke who was off six months with a dislocated shoulder. He played golf every day! John Babb Brit couple jailed for holiday in Spain fake food poisoning claim Right to do, as in the long run all these fake claims put the price of everyone’s holiday up!! Erika Stanbury Stupid greedy pair. ‘IF’ they were ill on their first trip... why go back? Evil Joy Jones The con artists who make false claims about food poisoning here in Spain create a very bad image for the UK travel companies. Their clamping down on these scammers who are in their thousands who make false claims... they should be ashamed of themselves, very bad for tourism and especially the brilliant friendly hotels here...

Steve Cline About time too! I was also a rep for a British holiday company, but the British guests were a nightmare! It seems to have become the typical Brit culture to lie and cheat to get compensation money! What’s wrong with them??? Jayne Whitehall

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Abs-olutely fabulous!

X-man and wife

HE’S the Australian beefcake who has conquered Hollywood as Marvel muscleman Thor.

But Chris Hemsworth has revealed that his stunning SpanTHEY’RE the Hollywood couple on ish wife Elsa Pataky is everyone’s lips after being spotted not a fan of his mussporting wedding rings. cular frame.

And it has emerged that Irish actor The 33-yearMichael Fassbender, 40, has tied the old star, speakknot with Swedish Oscar-winner Alicia ing at the preVikander, 29, in an environmentallymiere of Thor: friendly wedding on party island Ibiza.

Ragnarok in SydAlthough the showbiz pair have yet ney, let slip that his to confirm that they are married, a 41-year-old squeeze source close to the couple leaked the is “wildly unim- THOR BLIMEY: Chris news to the media, confirming that pressed” with his chisel- and Elsa.

WEDDED BLISS: Alicia and Michael. “the bash went on until 6am.” led body.

Instagram/Elsa Pataky Having put on 10 kilos of muscle for his role as the hammer-wielding Norse superhero, he said: “I had to do all that work and I’m like come on honey, but she’s always like, him. “I need to express my support to the women that THEY are two of Spain’s biggest film stars. ‘meh, it’s fine’.” have had such horrible experiences. They have shown And Penelope Cruz, 43, and Antonio Banderas, It comes after the dad-of-three great bravery by speaking out. This kind of abuse of 57, pulled no punches as they waded into the debate earlier revealed that Elsa is “much power is completely unacceptable. “All of us, men and surrounding disgraced Hollywood producer and alfitter” than him. women, need to inspire the value of support for one leged sexual predator Harvey Weinstein.

The pair hooked up in 2010 and another in future generations.”

Oscar winner Cruz wrote on Instagram: “The married in December that year, and Leading man Banderas added “I will tell you stories that have emerged over the last few have three children together, fivewhat is obvious. For me the attitude of this man is days about Harvey Weinstein have left me year-old daughter India and threeunacceptable.” with a mixture of astonishment and profound year old twins Sasha and Tristan. sadness. Obviously I didn’t know that side of ASTONISHED: Penelope Cruz.

Spain’s silver screen stars speak out

Celeb focus Going Gaga SHE’S the Poker Face FIGHTING FIT: singer who Lady Gaga. cancelled a series of shows on her European Tour last month.

But Lady Gaga, 31, seemed carefree after taking to Instagram to confirm that she is fighting fit, as she posted a photo captioned: ‘Tough girl on the mend.’

The news comes as confirmation that the star’s shows in Barcelona have been rescheduled for January 14 and 16.

Trips don’t lie IT was rumoured that their relationship was on the rocks. But Barcelona footballer Gerard Pique and Colombian pop siren Shakira have moved to scotch the gossip after posting a photo of themselves shopping on Instagram.

It comes after the high-profile pair, who have two sons together, were earlier snapped together in Pique’s Audi.

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OUR VIEW

Galician disaster AFTER the terrible news of the wildfires devastating parts of California and killing at least 41, things have moved closer to home with four killed in Galician fires.

It appears that at least some of those fires were started by arsonists and that they have been made worse by strong winds hitting the coast of Spain due to the fallout from Storm Ophelia.

Fire brigades in the region have found it incredibly difficult to cope with more than 100 separate active fires and this problem has been made worse by the fact that many brigades have laid off firefighters now that the dangerous summer period was thought to have passed.

Prime Minister Rajoy travelled to his home province as a show of support for those who had been affected by the fires and to grieve alongside the families of a 78-year-old man who died trying to protect his animals and a 70-year-old man who was fighting the fires near his home in Vigo.

Two bodies were also discovered in a burnt out car but at the time of writing the victims had not been identified.

Our hearts and best wishes must go out to all of those affected by these fires and those in the emergency services fighting them.

We hope however that if any of these fires have been started deliberately that those responsible realise the pain and suffering that they have caused.

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POLICE have arrested 16 people in Fuengirola over the summer for selling counterfeit goods.

It comes after officers also seized over 3,600 illegal items during the operation, including more than 2,500 items of clothes, nearly 500 pairs of shoes and more than 650 leather goods products.

The police operation began when officers first noticed that several stalls in the local Sunday market in Fuengirola were selling counterfeit products.

Sixteen stands and six vehicles were searched during the investigation and police seized thousands of fake items

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COUNTERFEITS: Some of the haul. bearing the logos and prints of well-known luxury brands.

Over the summer, police in-

MYSTERY Marbella dog deaths were caused by an illegal herbicide, according to the city council’s health department.

The announcement comes after the Euro Weekly News previously reported that authorities had closed a Marbella playground after a spate of dog deaths occurred in the area. Samples of the ground were taken in for tests following fears that it had been laced with a toxic substance.

Experts working for the health department have since been able to confirm that

tervened in the sales of illegal goods or services over 23,000 times, over 10,000 of which

were for illegal street vending and nearly 200 were to stop illicit masseurs.

Dog mystery cleared up the substance was in fact a herbicide used to kill insects on orange trees, which has been banned by the EU for two decades.

At least seven dogs and one cat suspected to have ingested the toxin have died. The mayor’s office of Nueva Andalucia, where the poisonings took place, has confirmed that the herbicide is the likely cause of death.

Locals accused the city hall of using

the herbicide to treat weeds in the area, but a spokesperson for the council argued that they has not used the product for “a long time, since its use was first vetoed.”

Officials, including the deputy mayor of Nueva Andalucia and the Local Police chief, held a meeting with citizens on Monday to clear up any rumours surrounding the poisonings and explain where they stand in the investigations.

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Toddler’s parents beg police THE family of Lucia Vivar, the three-year-old girl who was found dead on the Pizarra railway tracks in July, has gathered over 6,000 signatures in the past week to urge the police to speed up their investigation.

Lucia’s parents met with the authorities on Tuesday to ask them to bring an end to their questions.

They have also called for a meeting in Pizarra and Alhaurin el Grande on Friday and Saturday to criticise the lack of progress in the case.

The police have so far kept the details of the investigation from the public eye and no new information has transpired since they concluded that the youngster’s death was likely an accident.

On the evening of her death, Lucia allegedly became separated from her family and walked 4km to the spot on the train tracks in Pizarra where her body was later found by a search party.

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Battle of the riches!

Forest fires forbidden

Employee fraud claim goes on BRITISH business tycoon John Caudwell has accused his ex-employee of claiming expenses while attending a WAG’s birthday party in Malaga Province.

Mr Caudwell, the billionaire founder of Phones4u, is locked in a money battle with French financier Nathalie Dauriac, who allegedly scammed nearly €37,000 in expenses from his company.

Ms Dauriac, while on a £200,000a-year salary, reportedly fiddled her expenses to pay to attend the birthday party of ‘The Real Housewives of Cheshire’ star Dawn Ward in Malaga and drinks with TV personality Lizzie Cundy.

Mr Caudwell’s lawyers alleged that Ms Dauriac also claimed for spa trips to Spain, a €115 birthday cake and flights for her nanny and husband to Bordeaux, amounting to nearly €37,000 in total.

An investigation into Ms Dauriac’s expenses was launched in 2014 by Mr Caudwell’s company, Signia

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THE Regional Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning has extended the ban on the use of fire in forested areas until October 31. The move comes after high temperatures and scarce rainfall continue to plague Andalucia.

In the act

CASH GRAB: Nathalie Dauriac (inset, far right) tricked her boss John Caudwell into paying for trips with ‘Real Housewives’ stars.

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Ms Dauriac allegedly blamed her staff for not attributing the details of her trips correctly and said that the ‘ulterior motive’ of the investigation was to force her out of the company, as she resigned several months later.

She claimed that she never received her €330,000 end-of-year

bonus and that she is owed up to €20 million in company shares.

A Signia representative revealed that Ms Dauriac would have been sacked if she had not resigned, and Mr Caudwell’s lawyers argued that her shares are not worth anything as the company is not profitable, according to British media sources.

AN off-duty Guardia Civil officer swooped on an individual who was stealing from a house in Campanillas, Coin after spotting the accused jumping over the fence of a private house while out driving.

Street scrub MARBELLA Council has approved an €11.1 million investment in sustainable urban projects. The money will go towards machinery and other equipment to improve and clean public spaces.

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Book A Wicked Halloween experience in Puente Romano!

On Saturday October 28, Puente Romano Marbella will host a special Halloween Charity Gala.

Gala Dinner ‘A Wicked Halloween’ will take place in the Salon Andalucia and will be carried out in aid of The Children’s Trust Organisation.

The Children’s Trust takes care of children with brain damage.

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Cocktail from 8pm , dinner from 8.30 p Price 85€ m. * adults, 45€ child ren. *House w ine and w ater is include d

“Brain injury is often sudden and unexpected. Not only do the children require specialist medical attention and rehabilitation, the families also need a huge amount of support. With the generous help of our supporters The Children’s Trust is able to work with families through an extremely difficult and life changing time,” comments Sarah Black from The Children’s Trust.

A Wicked Halloween will feature a welcome cocktail, three-course dinner and a high level of entertainment, including a custom-built musical for Puente Romano ‘Wicked’ starring London’s original West End cast members.

For reservations and more information please write events@puenteromano.com or call 952 820 900

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Ex-councilman could be freed from prison

Dead in the sea THE lifeless body of a man was pulled from the sea off the Guadalmar beach near Malaga City.

Police have reported that the official causes of death remains unknown pending a post-mortem examination.

On the road WORK has begun on the complete remodelling of Calle Ollerias in the centre of Fuengirola. The work, which is expected to take 28 days to complete, has a budget of â‚Ź222,575.

Free flu jabs HEALTH CENTRES in Malaga will begin their free flu vaccinations on Monday, October 23. They are available to all adults listed on the civil register.

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HOT LEMONS: The illegal plants were hidden among fruit trees.

A bitter blow!

Cannabis found on lemon farm A MAN has been held after National Police investigators found a plantation of marihuana hidden in a lemon orchard on a Cartama farm.

The plants were unearthed in the Manguarra neighbourhood of Cartama, with the culprits also stealing electricity via an illegal connection to the public power grid.

During the operation, the National Police seized 100 marihuana plants, 16 kilos of buds as well as 64 grams of cocaine, a shotgun, a revolver, and ammunition for both guns.

The investigation reportedly began after police received information about the distribution of cocaine and marihuana in the region.

After the investigation led officers to the farm, they were able to confirm the owner was distributing the substances, such as cocaine and marihuana, and also located the items they later seized.

The 36-year-old now faces charges for many alleged offences, including drug trafficking, electricity fraud and illicit possession of weapons.

THE clock is ticking for the Spanish government who have less than a week to finalise the request to extradite ex-Marbella councilman Carlos Fernandez, before the Argentine authorities decide whether to release the fugitive from jail.

As previously reported in the Euro Weekly News, Fernandez initially fled the country in 2006 to avoid corruption charges for his involvement in the Marbella Malaya scandal but was tracked down last month in Argentina following an 11-year manhunt.

A court in Malaga has already filed a request to extradite Fernandez but it has yet to be approved by the Spanish Council of Ministers. Once the Argentine authorities receive the appropriate documents, they will have 30 days to choose whether to approve the extradition.

If the documents are not processed in time, the Argentine judge who is overseeing the case will decide on October 25 if Fernandez should continue to be locked up.

As well as his involvement in the Malaya scandal, which saw him allegedly receive over â‚Ź150,000 in bribes, Fernandez is also wanted for granting building licences illegally. The ex-councilman faces up to six years imprisonment for his offences if he returns to Spain and a ban from employment in public services lasting from seven to 12 years.

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Grapes of wrath!

Fake wine jobs leave sour taste A MAN has been arrested for swindling people out of their money by posting adverts for a fake job in a French vineyard.

The fraud artist posted the job advertisement on the website milanuncios.com to scam unemployed labourers who are willing to travel thousands of miles for a salary.

The advert offered workers nearly €5,000 for nine weeks of labour, with lodging and food included. The ‘employer’ only asked for €85 to cover transport costs from Malaga to France, which the interested parties had to pay to close the contract.

The man also contacted the victims by telephone and through the messaging app WhatsApp, where he specified that they had to bring their own tools and asked them to send him their ID card and a signed form agreeing to the terms and conditions of employment.

Those who had applied for the position were told to meet at Malaga bus station to catch the ‘pre-arranged’ coach to France that they had paid for, only to find that there was no transport waiting for them as promised when they arrived.

The man told his victims to carry on waiting before disconnecting his phone number and ignoring their calls. That evening, more than 40 people reported the incident to the Malaga police.

Allegedly, the fraudster was able to trick almost 200 Andalucians out of their money with the fraudulent adverts, as well as victims from other parts of Spain including Madrid and Valencia.

Police have estimated that the man stole more than €16,000 from the people he scammed.

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Mega yacht moors up A €100 million yacht has arrived in Puerto Banus.

First launched in 2012, the ‘ACE,’ which is owned by Armenian magnate Samvel Karapetyan, measures 87 metres in length and has an onboard gym, spa and helicopter.

Trunk road AN 82-year-old woman was injured after a tree fell onto her car in Marbella. The woman, who suffered whiplash as a result of the incident, was taken to the Hospital Costa Del Sol.

Huge grant AROUND 50 people lose their driving licences in Malaga Province each month, according to the Regional Traffic Headquarters.

Speeding continues to be the most common offence on the

Need for speed region’s roads, but it is not the only traffic violation that causes drivers to lose their licences.

According to local media sources, traffic officials caught a motorist in a Maserati speeding at over 222 kmph on the motorway between Malaga and Fuengirola. The offence was detected by the department’s helicopter, Pegasus, which is used to detect speed violations and other offences from the skies.

On this occasion the driver

was charged with a €600 fine and had six points deducted from his licence.

The Pegasus also caught drivers using their mobile phone without a hands free device, which amounts to a €200 fine and a three point deduction, and a driver who overtook several vehicles at one time by driving in the opposite lane and was consequently fined €400 and had four points deducted from his licence.

SAN ROQUE is to receive €2 million from the Junta de Andalucia in order to undertake a study to allow heavy industries and port managers in the Campo de Gibraltar to exchange commercial information.

Street life CALLE MAR in Manilva will be handed a complete refurbishment, with the first phase set to take six months and to cost €216,596.30 according to the town council.

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RECOVERING: Petra appears fighting fit after her ordeal.

Petra on the mend Dog dumped after being violated A DOG found with three wall screws and an incandescent light bulb stuffed inside its genitals is showing signs of recovery.

The good news comes after the story of Petra, posted online by Malaga-based animal rights campaigner Paloma Luque, went viral on social media after being shared over 900 times and gaining over a thousand comments.

Petra was found lying inside a city centre animal shelter with suspicious bleeding after a stepladder was used to break into the

facility at night.

After being taken to the vets, they were left disgusted by what they found.

After many people donated to a PayPal account to help pay for Petra’s treatment, Paloma continues to document her progress and says that she is making a slight recovery.

Writing on her Facebook page, she said: “She’s got less pain and she’s still resting.

She is calm and less scared. We’re still on medication and a lot of love. Very happy and hopeful.”

Remains may lay on hotel grounds THE Department of Culture has requested that the site where a new hotel is to be built is searched for archaeological remains before building work begins.

The hotel, which will be built next to the Jardines de El Retiro in Churriana, will stretch across four buildings on one level and house over 30 rooms.

The council has claimed that the site is limited in the General Plan for Urban Development as it has been

one of the areas which could contain archaeological remains of previous civilisations. Therefore, it asks for the developers’ agreement to be archaeologically ‘cautious’ when they start work on the development.

Ancient Phoenician artefacts were recently discovered while builders were working on the new Malaga airport runway, which is located close to where the new hotel will be built.

A prisoner in her own home A MAN accused of assaulting his own family could face up to a year in prison after his wife hid a note in her child’s schoolbook begging for help.

A teacher at the child’s school in Benalmadena found the hidden note which claimed that the woman and her children were victims of domestic abuse and alerted the police.

She went on to claim that she did not know who to turn to and feared the consequences of what might happen if her husband found out what she did.

The prosecution has demanded that the accused be sentenced to a year in prison and banned from approaching or communicating with his wife for three years.

He has continued to deny the charges against him throughout the investigation.

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Road links on the way MIJAS Council has started work on a project to connect the east and west neighbourhoods of Las Lagunas with a new road and roundabout at an estimated €2.7 million.

Cash thiefs POLICE in Malaga City have arrested three women charged with robbing elderly citizens of their monthly pensions, targeting pensioners thought to have withdrawn large amounts of cash as they left the bank.

Debt down THE Estepona Town Council has already paid off a third of the €300 million in debt it inherited from the previous council in 2011, after setting an initial 15-year target to pay it off in full.

Tighten up RESTAURANTS in Malaga City may be forced to reduce the size of their outdoor terraces in order to comply with new regulations that require at least two metres of space be left for pedestrians in the street.

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Live in the third lane MARBELLA Council has revealed that a project to add a long-mooted third lane to the A7 motorway between San Pedro Alcantara and Puerto Banus has been approved by the regional Ministry of Public Works.

€1.5m boost B E N A L M A D E N A To w n H a l l h a s a n n o u n c e d p l a n s t o re s u rface and improve over 30 kilometres of public roads in the municipality, with costs expected to top €1.5 million.

Board silly AUTHORITIES in Estepona have t a k e n d o w n m o re t h a n 2 0 0 i l l e gal billboards in order to reduce ‘visual contamination’ and dispose of any adverts that were not first approved by the town council.

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HOT PURSUIT: Police have not yet found all of the stolen scooters.

Scooter looters held POLICE have arrested two young men for allegedly stealing Segways and other electric scooters from a Fuengirola shop. The suspects, aged 16 and 21, allegedly forced the lock and made off with around 20 of the vehicles.

Police were able to recover five from the house of the elder man, plus another that the culprits sold on the black market, but investigations remain open in order to retrieve all of the stolen goods. Officers have also arrested a third man for buying a stolen scooter for €80 from one of the men.

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ACTIVISTS from the Verdemar Ecologistas en Accion environmental campaign group have helped clear the mouth of the Rio Guadiaro in San Roque after it once again became blocked by a build-up of sand.

The group slammed the “inaction of the authorities” in acting against a “serious environmental problem that threatens this protected natural enclave.”

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TRENCH WARFARE: The team, armed with hoes and shovels.

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No gallows humour A MOCK gallows made from the Spanish flag and designed to promote a display of artworks has been removed from the façade of Malaga City’s ‘Casa Invisible’ cultural centre by the National Police after drawing widespread criticism on social media.

Building sale MADRID-based investment group Grupo Millenium have moved closer to striking a deal to purchase Malaga’s iconic Equitativa building that stands between Calle Larios and the port.

On schedule THE new hospital in Estepona is expected to be completed by December 2018 after the town council announced that it is on schedule with its payments to contractors tasked with completing the project.

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Flushed away Water waste threatens supply

By Kat Ashton MALAGA Province allegedly loses a fifth of its water every day due to leaks, putting the increasingly scarce water supply in even more danger.

Allegedly, one in every five litres of water that is distributed throughout the region is lost before it even reaches the tap. This figure becomes even higher in more rural areas, where it is estimated that as much as 50 per cent of water is lost before it is used.

Water companies refer to this supply as unregistered water, but the waste is actually the result of the poor quality of pipes in the area, some of which haven’t been repaired for more than 40 years.

Companies also lose water through fraud as there have been instances of people making illegal pipes to redirect the water supply or manipulating their water meters so they don’t get charged as much.

The main reservoirs in the region are dangerously low in supply and on high alert, meaning the region only has enough water guaranteed to meet demand for the next one to two years.

DRYING UP: The Guadalteba reservoir looking dangerously low in supply.

Local media sources claim that of the nearly 115 billion litres of water that are distributed in the province annually, around 63 million of this is lost as ‘unregistered water.’ This is equivalent to the amount of water the Costa del Sol uses in 10 months.

All towns in the area are aware of the problem but are unlikely to make the changes to put an end to this much wastage because of how expensive it would be to repair the water systems.

However, the regional authorities are collaborating with Acosol, the public water

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company, by putting together a plan which aims to reduce water loss and damages in the main pipelines over the next few years.

Among the projects in the works, €15 million will be invested to replace several sections of the main pipes in Mijas, Istan, Marbella and Estepona. Repairs will also be made in Malaga capital, where 20 per cent of the total water supply is estimated to be lost each year.

The Environment Department will decide what further measures need to be taken to tackle the drought at the end of the month.

NEIGHBOURS alerted Emergency Services to the fact that smoke was being seen issuing from a property on Calle Jacinto Benavente in Marbella early last Saturday morning.

The fire brigade assisted

by Local Police and medical services attended the scene and discovered the fire on the fourth floor of the property.

As the fire was being brought under control, officers evacuated all present in the building but four people were badly affected by smoke inhalation and were taken to the Costa del Sol hospital.

Those taken for treatment were an 11-monthold baby, a man of 36, a woman of 37 and a 70year-old woman.

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Late for church DETAILED planning for repair work to Malaga’s Cathedral is once again underway after dangerous lumps of debris fell from an unfinished wall onto the busy Calle Postigo de los Abades in June.

Four injured FOUR people have reportedly been injured as a result of an accident between a motorcycle and tourists. The injured parties are reportedly three women aged 29, 46 and 56 and a man, aged 31.

Light relief OPPOSITION parties in San Pedro de Alcantara have criticised a lack of street lighting on Calle Buganvilla, one of the access roads to the municipal funeral parlour.

OFFICERS of the National Police stationed in La L in ea d e la Co n c e pc ion h av e a rre s te d a ma rrie d couple who were selling drugs from their residence in a street known locally as ‘Death Alley.’

The couple were dealing out of their home in Calle Ferrol and officers noted that a significant number of individuals who were known to be taking drugs were seen in that particular street.

The property was then raided and officers discovered an automatic pistol, 50 wraps of cocaine, 550

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Death Alley

A WOMAN who had been wanted by police for several months was found hidden in a sofa bed in Malaga capital.

The 52-year-old had allegedly not left her ‘den’ for several months as she knew she would be arrested as soon as she left the house. Her children are believed to have supplied her with food and clothes while she hid herself indoors.

According to local media sources,

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Drugs, cash and a gun were discovered by the police. grams of hashish and more than €1,200 in cash.

The couple, a man of 48 and his wife aged 45 were both arrested and the illegal items were seized.

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Couch potato caught the woman was wanted for committing crimes against public health on three separate occasions, along with several other charges.

The woman was suspected of hiding out in a house in the Los Palomares neighbourhood so police be-

gan to monitor the residence, disguised as local residents in order not to raise suspicions.

After months of observation, officers caught a glimpse of her through the window and proceeded with the arrest. They asked for a warrant to

search the premises and discovered the fugitive hidden within a sofa bed, covered in blankets to try and conceal her body.

The woman was arrested on the spot and later sentenced to time in jail for her crimes.

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JOSE ROMERO BENITEZ: Went missing on September 17.

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Desperate search for missing man THE family of a man who disappeared last month have asked for the search to be reactivated.

Jose Romero Benitez of Benalmadena went missing on September 17 and has not been seen since.

According to his family, the 69-year-old left home without any money or a credit card and did not have his driver’s licence either, though it is be-

lieved that he did have some form of identification.

The family reportedly requested the search be suspended on September 23, six days after his initial disappearance, but have since asked for the case to be reopened.

Romero’s daughter, Nuria, told local Spanish media “We thank the police and other emergency services for their work, but we do not want the case to be forgotten. We need to keep looking, we have the hope that he will continue to live.”

MARBELLA City Council will fork out €350,000 making improvements to the local coastline.

The council has given the green light to a project which is set to restore the 25,000 square meters of clay footpath along the promenade and improve local infrastructure.

The police investigation remains open, despite the conclusion of the initial search which involved almost 50 people but returned no results.

Jose is described as 1.8 metres tall, weighing 92 kilos with grey hair and glasses.

The family have called a rally on Sunday in the square outside the mosque in Arroyo de la Miel, with the following number provided to report any information that can be given as to Jose’s whereabouts: 696 522 307.

Gold coast Councillor Javier Garcia stressed that restoring the 15km coastal stretch is a priority for the local government, and stated that the plans focus on repairing the clay footpath as it is particularly ‘sensitive’ to wear and tear.

Garcia clarified that the work will take place specifically between the neighbourhoods of El Ancon and La Pesquera and will take around 40 days to complete.

In addition, the council will install three kilometres of portable pipelines, three kilometres of special irrigation pipes to im-

prove green spaces and 5,800 metres of cable for new lighting features.

The councillor revealed that the city hall will continue to work on improving other sections of the coast in the future, with work also scheduled for the stretch between Ventura del Mar and Guadaiza.

Garcia also claimed that a maintenance and conservation plan will be put in place in order to improve all lighting, gardens, signs and street furniture along the seafront.

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MAKING WAVES: Marbella councillors discuss the upcoming renovation work to improve the city’s coast.

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Citizens dig their heels in

ROCK AND A HARD PLACE: Residents protest against further mining.

By John Smith A DECISCION to allow new mining in the Sierra de la Utrera is being opposed by the towns of Casares and Manilva on the grounds of environmental destruction.

Leading the objection, Casares Council has appealed

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to the Junta de Andalucia to support its opposition especially as two ministries appear to be at odds with one declaring it an area of cultural and heritage interest and the other approving the mining.

Although not a large area, it is important as a breeding

The length in feet of a cross-boundary zip line connecting Spain and Portugal.

place for threatened birds such as raptors and contains 30 different areas of cultural interest including important archaeological sites and burial sites which date back to the fifth millennium BC. The area is not simply of interest locally but attracts visitors both professional and amateur from around the world and is regularly studied by scientists from national and international universities.

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MORE than 2,000 people from 16 countries participated in the seventh annual four-day walking event in Marbella.

The Ma r b e l l a 4 D a y s Walking event, which ran from Thursday, October 13 until Sunday October 15, attracted roughly 2,100 people from 16 different countries.

Walks ranged between 20 and 30 kilometres and ran through both old and new parts of Marbella.

Participants walked along beaches and through woodlands and gave tourists the opportunity to experience different areas of the region.

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Walking the walk

JOG ON: Entrants tackle the Costa del Sol countryside.

The event reportedly first began in 2011 after Dutchman Hans Wolh decided to replicate the four-day walking event held in Holland,

in Marbella.

Wolh told local Spanish media: “I never imagined that the event was going to be so successful.”

No market value in plans THE recently-installed conservative Marbella City Council has scrapped plans by its socialist predecessors to renovate the municipal market in the town centre. The council still plans to make €60,000 worth of renovations to the space, including fixing leaks in the roof and in-

stalling WiFi. However, the budget is now almost 70 per cent less than before.

Infrastructure councillor Javier Garcia claims that the previous council did not present the project to the city’s contracting unit in time for its inclusion in this year’s budget.

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Defence Minister unimpressed

PLAYING DEFENCE: Maria Dolores showed support to Atletico Madrid.

By John Smith AFTER attending the National Day celebrations in Madrid and then flying with Prime Minister Mariano to Albacete following the crash which killed Captain Aybar, Defence Minister Maria Dolores de Cospedal needed a break.

Like many who live in Madrid, she and her family made the relatively short journey south to the Costa del Sol where they were spotted in the massively pro Partido P o p u l a r ( P e o p l e ’s P a r t y ) r e s t a u r a n t Asador Guadalmina near Marbella, watching Saturday’s big match.

Sitting with her husband and their two exceptionally well behaved young sons watching the match on a large screen, she confided that they were Real Madrid fans

but were supporting Atletico Madrid in their match against Barcelona and for the first 82 minutes the Madrid team was winning thanks to a first half goal by Saul.

The partisan diners in the restaurant applauded every time Atletico Madrid came close to scoring or even when a Barcelona shot hit the post and with a massive restriction on the number of tickets sold to Barcelona fans because of fear of trouble, it looked as if they would lose their unbeaten record until in the 82nd minute Luis Suarez scored.

With the final result a draw, the minister and her family were content with the outcome although they would have preferred to have seen the Madrid team emerge victorious.

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Touch of Class Cabaret raises over €400

By Anita Humphreys TOUCH OF CLASS, a brilliant group of individuals, performed a blockbusting cabaret at the Tamisa Golf Hotel in Fuengirola recently.

They gave their talent and time to help raise funds for the La Cala de Mijas Lions Club. Julie Barry, the president of the club, thanked and congratulated them on a wonderful evening of fun and laughter. She also thanked the hotel for the lovely three-course meal enjoyed by all in a memorable mountain setting.

She explained how the total of over €400 raised will go to worthy causes in the local community. Recognised as one of the major clubs supporting those in need in the community, the Lions of La Cala are a lively bunch who want to help wherever they can.

Their events are always something to look out for, so do not miss the Christmas Dinner and Dance at El Olivo in La Cala on December 9. This one is very popular and soon gets filled up, so put your name down as soon as possible and do not miss out on a fabulous evening.

The Revival Band will be performing music from the 60’s onwards, and a three-course dinner which includes wine, beer and soft drinks until mid-

CHARITY: Volunteers meeting at the Estepona Palacio.

Group walk draws crowds for Estepona dog charity CRACKING NIGHT: Touch of Class and supporters of La Cala de Mijas Lions. night for €45 is an amazing price for such a fantastic event.

Their Christmas Fayre this year, at the Tamisa Golf Hotel on December 3 will start at 11am. With Father Christmas, Costa Soul singers and many stalls, it is one of their biggest annual events enjoyed by all.

The club’s biggest income comes from their shop in Calle Torremolinos 12 in La Cala, which is manned by volunteers. Do go along and have a look at their very reasonably priced stock on of-

fer and get your tickets.

If you have any items cluttering up your home, take it to them where it will help your community.

The shop is always looking for volunteers to cover holidays and sickness, or to take on a few hours every week, any time between Monday and Saturday from 10am - 2pm. You will have a great time, make friends and help those who cannot help themselves.

For more information, contact the shop on 677 059 061.

ADANA, the Estepona-based dog rescue and rehoming charity held yet another successful mass dog walk in the town.

Volunteers and members of the public met in the car park of the Estepona Palacio, where around 50 walkers came with their dogs, including a team of volunteers handling dogs from the ADANA kennels and walked along the Paseo Maritimo and back.

“These walks give the public the oppertunity to get to know ADANA and the work we do”, said President, Mary Page.

The charity is having an all-round very successful year in terms of adoptions, attracting volunteers and fundraising, and is now busy organising its annual Christmas Fair, to be held on Sunday November 19 at the Estepona Palacio de Congresos.

Anyone wishing to reserve a table for this event should contact Trisha Mansfield on trishaa60@gmail.com.

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DRESSING UP: The children celebrated at the British International School of Marbella.

FANTASTIC Mr Fox, Willy Wonka and The Witches.

Those were just some of the colourful characters that teachers and children dressed up as to celebrate Roald Dahl’s birthday at the British International School of Marbella last week.

During the event young book worms took part in lessons themed around the popular British author’s stories.

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Year 4 Teacher Miss Marseglia, who helped organise the event, said: “What a great start to a new academic year; celebrating the birthday of one of the world’s best loved authors.

“Roald Dahl’s stories are timeless and his inspiring and wacky characters continue to live on today, more than 40 years after they were originally created.”

For more information visit www.bsm.org.es.

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FAIR FUN: Grab a deal and help out a four-legged friend.

DON’T miss out on the chance to bag a bargain or two and help raise money for the PAD animal shelter in Mijas Costa on Sunday at their annual autumn fair.

The fair will be packed with stalls selling DVDs,

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CDs, books and Br i c- aBrac.

You wi l l al so have t he chance to purchase the 2018 PAD calendar, the proceeds of which will go straight to the charity.

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The number of years that the Sagrada Familia church has been under construction, with it expected to be complete by 2026.

provided by the Costa Soul Singers, and there will also be a bar becue and bar on site.

The event will take place on Sunday October 22 from 11am-2pm at St. Anthony’s College on the Camino de Coin road.

For more information call 689 757 216 or vi si t www.padcatsanddogs.com.

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Age Concern news AGE CONCERN held a lunch in Alfonsos, Estepona where volunteers and supporters of the charity came together to socialise and discuss the work done to help older people in the community.

Age Concern receives no help from the council, in spite of formal requests for facilities to store disability equipment in and help with general storage. The road works by the shop in Calle Zaragoza have hindered growth in sales and the

amount of donations of clothes and bric-a-brac they receive. But the volunteers working in the shop remain upbeat and encourage customers and clients to find their way.

Age Concern will be running a stand at both the Adana Christmas Fayre on November 19 and the Church fayre on November 25. Both are in the Palacio de Congresos, Estepona.

Pop these dates into your diary and come along for a visit.

For older people who require help or advice, Age Concern operates a telephone service called Lifeline. This gives the individua l a dire c t point of contact with the charity.

The telephone number is 650 163 928. It should be noted that Age Concern is not an emergency service.

There is also an email address you can use to conta c t A ge C onc e rn, Es te pona a nd M a nilva acesteponaymanilva@age concern-espana.org.

Rock to Revival!!

TOPS are holding a dinner and dance on Saturday November 4 at Venta La Recta in Alhaurin el Grande.

The restaurant will be preparing a special meal for this event and after this you can dance the night away to the great band Revival.

Revival are a well-known and popular band on the coast and inland and remind us all of the great

music of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s up to the present day. Tickets cost €16. Our two nominated charities for this year are DEBRA, a charity that supports children with extremely delicate skin and SOS the animal charity.

Tickets can be bought at Martin’s and Cristina’s bookshops in Alhaurin el Grande and are selling fast, so don’t miss out!

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Buying property in Catalonia?

THE Catalonian separatists’ independence adventure has ended up in economic failure: no longer a Catalan bank has its HQ in the region, following

Banc Sabadell and Caixa’s hasty departure to pastures new -Valencia.

And they’re not alone: fearing massive loss of clients and being left out of

the protective umbrella of the EU, hundreds of companies are following suit in what could be, potentially, an unprecedented financial debacle for any European country or region.

But rather than macroeconomics, what interests me is the - possibly - hundreds of foreign investors with private contracts exchanged for property in Cataluña that have been caught in the middle of this nightmare.

What are their options?

Should they proceed, or wait?

Can they rescind and recover their down payment, or must they complete or lose their deposits?

We can confirm, almost without margin for error, that no contract signed for any property in the Catalonian region would include a ‘political unrest’ g e t o u t c l a u s e . Yo u c a n

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probably say the same for any EU country.

Unfortunately, political unrest is exactly what is happening in the region, as confirmed by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in a recent warning to travellers.

So, without contractual stipulation to the contrary, it appears that those who deem the situation uncertain, to say the least, don’t have a remedy under Spanish law… or perhaps they do.

The principle clausula rebus sic stantibus (Latin for ‘things thus standing’) is

l a r l y, a c o u p l e w h o h a d the legal doctrine allowspecifically intended to fiing contractual undernance the final payment on takings to become inapa n o ff - p l a n p r o p e r t y a n d plicable because of a were left ‘high and dry’ by fundamental and extrabanks following the onset ordinary change of cirof the worldwide financial cumstances not enviscrisis, were granted remeaged by the parties. dy.

It is essentially an Still, the ‘escape S p a n i s h clause’ that No conSupreme Court makes an extract remains cauception to the signed tious when apgeneral rule for any plying the of pacta sunt clause and recs e r v a n d a property in ommends a (‘promises the Catc a s e b y c a s e must be kept’) alonian rea n a l y s i s o f and favor congion would each contractutractus (‘coninclude a al scenario. servation of ‘political As for the contracts’). unrest’ get buyers of CatFor instance, out clause. alonian-based the hotel chain p r o p e r t y, w e Accor persuadsuggest a waited the Supreme and-see approach as the Court that the 2008 crisis next days, if not weeks, i m pact ed t our i sm so dr awill hopefully relax the pomatically that a 29 per cent litical turmoil and allow for reduction in the rent for a safe decision-making. hotel was acceptable. Simi-

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Storm forces flight back AN easyJet flight from Spain was forced to make an emergency landing in the UK on Monday due to excess dust in the air caused by storm Ophelia and the wildfires raging in Spain and Portugal.

Sick scheme A BRITISH couple have been jailed after submitting a fake food poisoning claim trying to claim £20,000 for fake gastric illnesses while on holiday in Mallorca.

Local heroes A THIEF attempting to rob a shop at gunpoint was restrained by several have-a-go heroes in Spain who wrestled with the man for several minutes to release the weapon from his grip.

Car crisis BRITISH owners and drivers of Mercedes-Benz cars in Spain have been alerted to a massive recall notice, as the cars may have a potential short-circuit electrical fault which could deploy the airbags by mistake.

Traffic trauma OVER 1.3 million people have been injured in traffic accidents in Spain in the past decade, according to a study by Direct Line insurance and the Spanish road safety foundation (FESVIAL).

Party over IBIZA council leaders threaten to close bars and nightclubs in popular resort San Antonio as part of plans to clamp down on noisy and drunken holiday revellers.

Home safe A TWO-YEAR-OLD girl who vanished while walking her dog with her father in Gil Garcia (Avila) forest on Monday night was safely returned to her family after a major search.

Flag flaunter A REAL ESTATE developer placed what is believed to be the largest ever Spanish flag, valued at around €15,000 and measuring 731 square metres, on the side of a building in Valdebebas, Madrid.

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Leaders’ arrest sparks fury Fake cash THOUSANDS took to the streets in Barcelona, Catalonia’s regional capital, on Tuesday to protest the arrest of two senior pro-independence activists who were sent to prison without bail.

Jordi Cuixart and Jordi Sanchez were accused of stirring up major demonstrations in the run-up to the controversial independence referendum on October 1 which Madrid re-

gards as illegal.

The two are presidents of pro-independence groups and are being investigated over a protest in which a crowd blocked Civil Guard officers inside a building in Barcelona. The ruling has heightened tensions between Madrid and Cataluña again with protests breaking out in Barcelona as news of their imprisonment spread.

On Monday the Catalan President Carles Puigdemont failed to confirm whether he had declared independence or not but instead wrote a letter to Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy calling for a meeting “as soon as possible.”

Rajoy had warned that Madrid will suspend Cataluña’s autonomy if independence was declared.

Wildfires acts of ‘incendiary terrorism’ AT least 40 people have died in the wildfires that have swept northern Spain and Portugal after more than 500 fires were declared over the weekend.

Rain from passing Hurricane Ophelia helped firefighters to tame the blazes, which the Spanish government called acts of ‘incendiary terrorism.’ On Tuesday authorities announced that the biggest fires had been brought under control.

In Spain, Alberto Nuñez Feijoo, the leader of Galicia, claimed that many of the fires had started as acts of arson.

“The only thing we desire is that these criminals pay for what they have done,” he told a news conference.

However, it has emerged that two weeks ago, Galicia dismissed 436 forest rangers who had been hired on temporary contracts over the summer months.

When asked to justify the decision, Mr. Feijóo said that the risk of fire along the Atlantic coast had “lowered significantly.”

The fire in Carballeda de Avia (Ourense) led to more than 500, m a i n l y e l d e r l y, p e o p l e b e i n g evacuated from their homes.

Mayor Luis Milia said it was “like the end of the world” and claimed that “70 per cent of the city had burned down.” Milla also reported that there were many people who did not want to leave their homes, saying they preferred to burn with their houses because they had nothing left.

In the city of Vigo 400 people were evacuated from their homes including students from the university campus.

The city’s mayor has pointed out that, given the large number of outbreaks, and the distance bet w e e n t h e m , “ E v erything indicates that this was not accidental.”

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culprits caught out

TWO men have been arrested in Ibiza accused of distributing fake €50 notes and selling drugs.

Officers of the National Police across Spain were aware that a large number of fake €50 notes were being put into circulation, especially in Barcelona and Madrid.

Eagle-eyed officers were intrigued when they saw two men, who they recognised as members of a local gang, hand a bundle of notes to a third man in Ibiza town who then went into a guitar shop and purchased an expensive acoustic guitar.

After the man left with the guitar, officers entered the shop and checked the notes which they discovered were counterfeit.

The discovery of these notes tied in with a number of complaints received from local shop keepers and businesses, so the National Police visited three properties associated with the gang.

During these raids, they arrested two men and found 2,000 of the fake €50 notes, much of which was stashed in the recently purchased guitar, and €24,000 in genuine currency, along with heroin and cocaine.

Second jet tragedy BURNT OUT: Firemen battle to tackle the blaze.

Slave bosses held amid abuse claims THREE Portuguese men have been arrested in La Rioja accused of keeping compatriots in a state of ‘semislavery.’

All three were Spanish residents and ran a business which persuaded vulnerable Portuguese men, some of whom were alcoholics, to work as countryside labourers, promising to pay them €50 per day, but in fact they received as little as €15 for a 10-hour day as they were charged for food, overcrowded accommodation, transport, cigarettes and alcohol.

Once in Spain, the men were not allowed to contact relatives in Portugal and were threatened if they attempted to complain or tried to

return home.

Police officers had kept a close watch on one of the three men, who had been involved in similar activities in the area previously, and discovered that the man and his accomplices were ‘renting out’ 40 men to different farmers in the area.

FOR the second time in a week, a Spanish pilot has died following a crash.

According to the Spanish Ministry of Defence, the accident happened as the F-18 fighter plane was taking off from the Torrejon de Ardoz airbase in the outskirts of Madrid on Tuesday morning.

It is understood the aircraft suffered a loss of engine power on take off and hardly left the ground. The pilot, 26year-old Lieutenant Fernando Perez Serrano, was unable to eject from the aircraft.

The disaster comes after a Eurofighter crashed while preparing to land at Los Llanos air base in Albacete last Tuesday, killing the pilot instantly.

Terror suspect held A 21-YEAR-OLD woman has been arrested in Girona for her alleged involvement with Islamic terrorists. The suspect is believed

to be a member of the Daesh terrorist network and reportedly recruited other young women to send to fight in Syrian war zones.

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Coach theft

Brexit back-up

A SERBIAN man has been arrested by Danish police for allegedly stealing a tourist coach in Copenhagen in August, which was later found 50km away in the town of Helsingor.

THE Confederation of Danish Industry is encouraging European nationals in the UK to relocate to Scandinavia to help with the labour shortage if a

Brexit deal isn’t reached with the EU.

Burqa ban DENMARK looks like it will soon become the next European country to restrict Muslim women from wearing the burqa and the niqab as most Danish politicians agreed to back a ban on facial coverings in parliament.

War stake THE Danish government plans to increase its spending on defence by 20 per cent in response to increased Russian military activity in eastern and northern Europe.

HIJACKED: The missing coach was discovered nearly two months after it was stolen in Copenhagen.

Photo by KobenhavnPoliti/Twitter

Bug frenzy TH E Net her l ands spends t he most money importing live insects out of all the countries in the EU according to Statistics Netherlands, spending over €8.2 million in the first six months of this year alone.

A DUTCH translation of British author Philip Pullman’s sequel to His Dark Materials was accidently released in Dutch bookstores two weeks early, but shops were quick to recall the books when the mistake was realised.

THE Dutch government has managed to form a four-party coalition a record-breaking 208 days after the election was held in March, the longest time in modern Dutch history it has taken to form a new government.

Water waster

Safe haven

Right trouble THE presence of a leading far-right politician triggered protests at a

Green stream WORRIED locals alerted the police when the Dreisam River running through the town of Freiburg turned bright green, which turned out to be

the result of large quantities of green food colouring.

Monks move AFTER nearly 900 years, a German monastery in the Eifel region is set to close its doors due to a lack of funds and decreasing number of monks who inhabit the premises.

FRANCE

BELGIUM

Spy slip-up

Strike setback

A FRENCH spy accidently sent a text message containing important information to the radical Islamist he was monitoring, which he had meant to send to his colleague.

BELGIAN workers in the public sector have gone on a 24-hour strike after cuts to public spending, which has affected public transport, schools and health services.

Pastry protest A FRENCH baker is on a mission to save the traditional French croissant and claims that 85 per cent of those bought in bakeries are now made industrially.

Crack down FRENCH President Emmanuel Macron has announced that authorities will now automatically deport any undocumented foreigners who commit crimes in the country instead of prosecuting them on home soil.

Toxic terror FIFTEEN people were poisoned in Brussels on Friday after food in the canteen of a European Council building was contaminated with a mysterious substance, and authorities immediately launched an emergency medical plan to investigate the matter.

Bank boost BELGIAN customers will be able to make instant payments 24 hours a day through their banks from November 2018, regardless of whether it is a weekend or public holiday.

In disgrace

Gun control

FRANCE will strip shamed Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein of the prestigious Legion d’Honneur he was awarded in 2012 after he was accused by several woman of sexual assault and harassment.

THE Belgian government approved a bill on Friday making it illegal to sell firearms magazines without prior authorisation in a bid to crack down on the illegal weapons trade.

OVER 42,000 hens on a Dutch poultry farm have been culled following an outbreak of bird flu and transport has been banned from entering within a 1km perimeter of the farm.

Party pact

SWEDEN Frankfurt book fair on Saturday and forced police to intervene to separate rival demonstrators.

Flu fright

Book blunder

GERMANY A MAN in the German town of Salzgitter left the taps in his apartment running for an entire year, using up roughly 7 million litres of water and costing his landlord an additional €10,800 in bills.

EUROPEAN PRESS

STOCKHOLM has been named the world’s eighth safest city according to the 2017 Safe Cities Index, which takes into account factors such as infrastructure, health and personal security.

Search site GOOGLE has confirmed that it has bought over 100 hectares of land in Sweden’s Dalarna region and it is rumoured that the internet giant plans to use the land to build a data centre.

Gone astray A MAN who disappeared on Saturday after losing contact with his hunting team is believed to still be alive, as he is reportedly in good health and used to being in wild terrain.

Shoot scare ONE person has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shooting four people in Trelleborg, but luckily none of those hurt in the assault are believed to have been seriously injured.

NORWAY

Tax returns NORWAY, a world leader of zeroemission cars, has proposed getting rid of the tax advantage given to large electric cars, which have accounted for 20 per cent of new vehicle registrations since the start of 2017.

Art move TRAVELLERS passing through Oslo’s Gardermoen airport could soon get the chance to see an authentic Edvard Munch painting following the airport’s 10-year deal with the Munch museum to display the artist’s original work.

Telly triumph A POPULAR Norwegian television show called Skam has sold the rights to allow five European countries, including Spain and Germany, to remake the show that follows Norwegian teenagers at a real-life secondary school.

Handed over A NORWEGIAN man accused of hiring thugs to kidnap his fouryear-old daughter in Cyprus six months ago following a custody dispute has turned himself over to police.

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the amount owed by Spanish Banks to the European Central Bank at the end of Sep€171.71 billion istember, an increase of €36.95 billion in the past year according to the Bank of Spain.

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Poor Ryanair to fight Germany Bouncing pound ratings THE latest ratings agency to comment on the Catalan situation, Standard and Poor ’s has suggested that what it calls a crisis could push the region into recession.

It does not believe that independence will be achieved but is of the opinion that if the tension between the National government and Cataluña is allowed to continue it will hurt the economy.

ON PARADE: Victoria’s Secret.

Major brands prefer shopping centres INTERNATIONAL brands Armani and Victoria’s Secret are about to make their Madrid retail debuts not in swanky stores on posh streets but in a new €200 million shopping centre.

The Plaza Rio 2 is a massive new undertaking from French real estate giant La Société Générale Inmobilière (LSGI) which has persuaded a large number of major brands to open in this shopping centre which sits

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would no longer support Air Berlin and its subsidiaries and the company went into liquidation.

The German government injected €150 million into the company by way of a loan in order to allow it to continue to operate for a short period of time whilst the liquidators negotiated possible sales of assets with interested parties.

It has now been revealed that an agreement has been reached whereby it would purchase the Austrian

The situation in Cataluña is worrying because it creates a lot of uncertainty, both for the Catalan economy and for the Spanish economy,” according to Maurice Obstfeld, chief economist of the International Monetary Fund.

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THERE is to be a public spat between Ryanair and the German government over the proposed €210 million sale of parts of Air Berlin to Lufthansa.

Air Berlin was the second largest airline in Germany which had a major base in Mallorca and was one of the busiest airlines transporting passengers from different parts of Germany to Palma.

It had been haemorrhaging money for several years and in the end, main shareholder Etihad, the Abu Dhabi-based airline, indicated that it

on the banks of the Manzanares river flowing through Madrid.

Swedish Group H&M has taken a large area to promote their new range of products designed for the home and will be joined with such regular high streets names as Massimo Dutti and Zara Home from the Inditex Group.

Other shopping centres in the Madrid area are being renovated.

BUSINESS EXTRA

Sale approved THE European Commission (EC) today authorised the acquisition of the Spanish highway concessionaire Abertis by Italy’s Atlantia, after concluding that its merger would not prevent ‘effective competition’ in the market.

Budget deficit AS it has not been able to obtain full approval for its 2018 budget in parliament the Spanish government will have to increase its deficit target. Whilst it had hoped to hit a 2.2 per cent deficit, this is now to be uprated.

ECB support THE European Central Bank (ECB) is currently injecting €60 billion into the bond market monthly but this will come to an end at the end of the year. It is forecast that it will halve the amount spent in 2018.

Spain and Belarus meet IN a spirit of expansion of contact the first meeting of the Belarusian-Spanish joint intergovernmental commission on economic and industrial cooperation will be held in Minsk.

The parties will discuss the current state and prospects for cooperation in trade and investment and it is expected that the two countries will sign a

document of understanding following the meeting.

This initiative has been organised following the visit of Belarus’ Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei to Spain in June 2017 when the two governments signed a memorandum of economic and industrial cooperation which allowed for the establishment of a joint commission.

leisure travel airline Niki (founded by former racing driver Niki Lauda), the LGW German regional airline and 20 aircraft.

Ryanair is furious and has referred to the agreement as a “stitch-up” orchestrated by the German government in order to strengthen flag carrier Lufthansa and therefore intends to refer the matter to the EU competition authority.

A spokesperson for the German government has however made it clear that it expects the European Commission to approve the deal.

THE pound has recovered slightly against the euro following a drop when Chief EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said that no agreement over the ‘divorce bill’ had been reached.

Without this, it seems highly unlikely that the 27 remaining EU states will agree to any immediate discussion of unfettered access to the EU trade market even though Britain has offered to continue to make contributions during a requested two-year transition period.

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Legal & General Group 265.75 Lloyds Banking Group ORD 65.67 London Stock Exchange Grp 3,914.50 Micro Focus International 2,411.00 Mediclinic International 681.50 Merlin Entertainments 455.05 Marks & Spencer Group 350.65 Mondi 1,915.50 Morrison (Wm) Supermarkets 234.85 National Grid 927.15 NMC Health 2,913.50 Next 4,937.00 Old Mutual Group 200.95 Paddy Power Betfair 7,730.00 Prudential 1,828.75 Persimmon 2,802.50 Pearson 629.75 Reckitt Benckiser Group 7,100.50 Royal Bank of Scotland Grp 273.45 Royal Dutch Shell 2,286.75 Royal Dutch Shell 2,323.25 RELX 1,677.50 Rio Tinto 3,772.25 Rolls-Royce Group 908.25 Randgold Resources 7,562.50 RSA Insurance Group 612.00 Rentokil Initial 305.30 Sainsbury (J) 242.90 Schroders 3,500.00 Sage Group (The) 723.50 Segro 548.50 Shire 3,910.50 Smurfit Kappa Group 2,157.00 Sky 935.25 Standard Life Aberdeen 438.30 Smiths Group 1,599.50 Scottish Mortgage Invstmt Trst 436.70 Smith & Nephew 1,419.50 SSE 1,381.50 Standard Chartered 749.85 St James's Place 1,176.50 Severn Trent 2,092.00 Tesco 186.05 TUI AG 1,336.00 Taylor Wimpey 202.00 Unilever 4,495.25 United Utilities Group 840.50 Vodafone Group 216.30 Worldpay Group 405.95 WPP Group 1,378.50 Whitbread 4,028.50

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Most Advanced Optibase Ltd. Secoo Holding Limited Sohu.com Inc. Echelon Corporation Trevena, Inc. ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Zion Oil & Gas Inc vTv Therapeutics Inc. Sears Holdings Corporation Optical Cable Corporation Ra Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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Most Declined Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. Infinity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Del Frisco's Restaurant Group, Inc. Endocyte, Inc. GlycoMimetics, Inc. Westmoreland Coal Company Westport Fuel Systems Inc Mersana Therapeutics, Inc. NovoCure Limited

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Telefonica invests millions WHEN it was first launched, Telefonica’s Movistar Plus looked as if would be very similar to more mature pay TV operations like Netflix and Amazon but it has been something of a revelation.

Rather than just offer a selection of blockbuster movies and American series, the company has invested large amounts of money in order to produce Spanish orientated transmissions which use national stars and directors acting out well-written stories set in Spain.

In the same way that Scandinavian detective programmes have found an international audience, it looks as if Spain will not be the only country in Europe watching some of these new productions.

BBC4 is running I Know Who You Are, produced by Telecinco but the new big budget Movistar Plus productions promise to really get audiences excited and earn money for their producers.

The Spanish have come to pay TV quite late and initially without a huge amount of enthusiasm but recently an episode of its first big series Velvet Collection attracted the broadcaster’s largest audience ever and it even saw more viewers than Game of Thrones.

So confident is the company in its Spanish series that it is currently promoting Velvet Collection alongside The Plague, Giants and La Zona at Mipcom in Cannes, the world’s largest market place for the promotion and sale of TV series.

All of these big budget series have high production values with some of the most successful Spanish directors bringing original scripts to TV screens with attractive locations ranging from the Rastro Market in Madrid, to the Pyrenees and 16th century Sevilla.

As Telefonica is such a wealthy company, it can afford to take the

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risk of producing such impressive properties in order to not only consolidate the position of its subsidiary within the Spanish pay TV market, but also to try to generate income from sales across the world.

One advantage it has is that although the programmes will have to be dubbed for English speaking and European markets, there are some 52 million Spanish speakers in the United States and close to 500 million in Latin and South America, many of whom will enjoy these blockbusters from Spain.

FINANCIAL LIFELINE OR ECONOMIC COLONIALISM

FOR many years, China remained insular except for excursions into Africa but in 2013 it committed €127 billion a year to its ‘one belt, one road’ initiative.

With 60 nations involved, it is investing in a number of countries who were part of the ancient Silk Road trail which is supplying much needed investment, although also causing some worries as to whether this is invasion by stealth.

A recent forum held in Thessaloniki, Greece highlighted the importance of Chinese investment in that country and indeed in many of the Eu r o p e a n Un i o n s tate s although the American government fears that this is a form of financial colonialism.

Spain believes that the growth of trade with China is beneficial to both countries especially as the quality o f C h i n e se g o o d s is in creasingly high, whilst there is a market for Spanish produce and know-how in China.

The latest trade figures for 2106

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show that Spain earned in excess of €5 billion exporting to China and now that there is a direct rail link be tw e e n M a drid a nd Yiw u City in Zhejiang Province, trade can only become easier and busier.

There is an added benefit for Spain as it sits opposite Morocco which is a gateway to the North African market as well as an ideal conduit for Chinese products to be sent to Latin

America and vice versa.

Chinese businessmen have been investing in real estate in the country as well as expanding tourist activities with plans for specially built Chinese orientated hotels and holiday centres plus in a smaller way, every town of any size has at least one Chinese Emporium.

The Spani sh gover nm ent has been trying to make it easier for Chinese business people to invest in the country and also for corporations to bring senior staff and their families to Spain by making applications easier.

Spain has relied to a great extent on investment from Britain with a huge influx of tourists and at one time, the settlement of relatively well-off retirees. With the strengthening of the euro and uncertainty for a post Brexit future, it has to look further afield for investment and partnership.

If the past is anything to go by then Spanish trade links with China can only continue to grow.

New book review THE SEVENTH SENSE: Its Power, Fortune, and Survival in the Age of Networks; a review

by Ron Immink.

I am a conspiracy theorist. If you want to read a book with that perspective on computers, the internet and artificial intelligence, this is a book to read. It will make you sit up and wonder.

It is a book on how technology and particular networked technology is shifting the power bases and how the politicians are the last ones to realise that. Networks are taking over, and networks cannot be controlled.

The book tells you that anything that can be hacked will be hacked as cyber security is a myth.

The book published by Little, Brown and Company asks questions that are really interesting.

It has a ring of the book 1984 to it. Think about this as a question; if artificial intelligence has taken over, would it tell us and would we know?

I suspect not.

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Inflation on the rise SEPTEMBER inflation figures show that General Consumer Price Index (CPI) has increased by 1.8 per cent which is 0.2 per cent higher than the August result.

The bulk of the increases are due to higher costs of fruit and vegetables and a minor rise in non-alcoholic drinks.

Thanks to the recovering economy, prices of white goods and electrical items have not dropped as much as they did in 2016.

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CAVAS FREIXENET: Catalan-based.

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ALTHOUGH there are close historical links between Cataluña and the Balearics, there appears to be a backlash against Catalan products in Mallorca.

According to the Federation of Small and Medium-sized Companies of Mallorca (PIMEM), there seems to be a significant number of companies deciding to effectively boycott certain products and the most obvious target is producers of cava.

Traditionally, a bottle of cava is included in Christmas hampers but as two of the major producers Codorniu and Freixenet are Catalan-based it appears that they will feel the pinch as their sparkling wine is dropped from the hampers.

A number of Catalan-based companies have already moved their head offices to different provinces but with cava having a Denominacion de Origen contained within Cataluña, a move is unlikely to help.

Amazingly it appears that even brands such as Cola Cao who have their

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head office in Valencia are suffering as their production centre is in Barcelona and this decision to cut back on the purchase of goods from the province could have far reaching effects, if this antipathy spreads across Spain.

Many clouds do have silver linings however and there are other Spanish regions which produce sparkling wines which are very similar in style and taste to cava, with perhaps the most popular being Rueda Espumoso from Castilla y Leon whilst Italian Prosecco is becoming much more popular in Spain, especially with expatriates.

It seems likely therefore that those

companies importing various foodstuffs and drinks into Mallorca may have to consider obtaining other sources of supply of similar items but without the Catalonian association.

In some cases this could be easier said than done, especially in the agricultural sector where a number of long standing agreements exist in such areas as supply of almonds and other nuts from producers based in Tarragon and Reus.

Trade bodies representing exporters from Cataluña are anxious to play down the problems and want to be able to continue to supply goods to the Balearics and mainland Spain, but in the short term appear to accept that there will be some resistance to purchase of their products.

Businesses on Mallorca also have to consider whether dock workers and even hauliers would be likely to boycott products being imported from Barcelona and therefore look for other sources of supply with ferries coming from Denia and Valencia.

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There is gold in Spain’s hills THE Canadian based Orvana Minerals Corp has announced that it expects considerable growth in gold production at its El Valle and Carles mines in northern Spain for the last quarter of 2017.

With gold currently trading at €1,105 per troy ounce, it forecasts production of 15,201 ounces worth €16.75 million, an increase of 11 per cent over the third quarter figures.

These Spanish mines also produce copper and silver but it is gold which is the major generator of profit and production will increase thanks to an expected upturn in the quantity and quality of ore being extracted.

Annual production of gold from these two mines is estimated as being in excess of 60,000 ounces

Losing mental capacity whilst living abroad

by Stone King Charlotte Macdonald Contact me at international@stoneking.co.uk

MANY UK expatriates living in Spain own properties in the UK and have pensions and investments in the UK. They rely on their UK assets to maintain their lifestyles (and those of their families) in Spain. If they can no longer manage their affairs in the UK due to a loss of mental capacity, it can cause many difficulties.

You can choose a person or people, who you trust, to act for you when you are no longer able.

The best way to avoid the legal and practical difficulties that can occur with the loss of mental capacity is to plan for it in advance by drawing up a document called a ‘Lasting Power of Attorney’ (‘LPA’).

An LPA must be made while you have full mental capacity.

What is an LPA? An LPA is a legal document that enables you to appoint one or more attor-

neys to act for you when you are no longer able to act for yourself.

Your attorney can be a professional,

such as a solicitor or a family member or friend.

There are two types of LPA: ‘Health and Welfare’ or ‘Property and Financial Affairs’ An LPA must be made while you have full mental capacity. It is therefore important to make one while you are in good health.

Why should you get an LPA? You can choose a person or people, who you trust, to act for you when you are no longer able.

If you lose your mental capacity and do not have an LPA, then your family (or the authorities) will have no choice but to make an application to the Court of Protection to appoint a ‘deputy’ to look after your affairs, which can be time consuming and costly.

Will my LPA be recognised in Spain?

Unfortunately there is no international type of LPA which is guaranteed to work in both the UK and Spain.

The advice we give to our clients at Stone King, is that if you have assets in both Spain and the UK, your only safe option is to appoint attorneys in both jurisdictions.

If you would like to discuss LPAs contact Charlotte Macdonald or Dan Harris at Stone King LLP by email international@stoneking.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1225 337599.

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PV RACING have signed a letter of intent with the organisers of the new EGT Championship, stating their claim to become a part of the inaugural event.

The Electric GT Championship is the world’s first 100 per cent electric production car racing series and offers a new insight into the world of 21st century racing.

SPV Racing, who are based in Alhaurin el Grande, will participate in the newly formed racing series with three Tesla S P100DL’s, two race cars and one test/promotion car.

Events at the new EGT Championsgip will include the Electric Supercar Series, the Electric GT eKarting Series and the Electric GT Virdual™ Series: a groundbreaking, innovative new virtual racing platform.

SPV Racing CEO Raul Garcia Isern: “We are working with our partners to complete the budget to be able to take part in this championship that will be a catalyst to the new paradigm.

“The Tesla S P100DL is a stunning car and has gotten the best reviews as a race car from top drivers. We look forward to running it for the next five years.

“Electrical racing will be the baseline sometime in the future and we are proud of being part of the transition, we are, however, not abandoning the internal combustion engine and traditional racing.

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SPV given green light for new Electric GT Championships SPV Racing was made through an alliance between Lars GV Lindberg, Spirit Racing and AVTECH founder and Raul Garcia,SPV Motorsport, with the vision to build a race team at the highest level of Endurance racing. The team’s target for their four-year project is to be on the grid of LeMans 24H by 2019.

“We will shortly announce the next steps on our Road to Le Mans and the plans for the 2018 season.”

The main event of the EGT Championship, the Electric Supercar Series, will see 20 international drivers, racing for 10 professional teams in identical all-electric Tesla Model S EGT P100D cars The race car, based on the Tesla p100DL, is capable of doing 0100km/h in 2.1 seconds, which is three-tenths of a second quicker than the production version.

The racing Tesla produces 778 bhp (585 kW) and 995 Nm torque and runs on specially engineered Pirelli P Zero slick and wet tyres.

With A 100 kWh Lithium-ion battery, the largest in motorsport, the car is allowed to travel in race speed, which maxes at 250 km/h and around 90 km on a single charge.

Current Formula E World Champion and Former F1 driver, Lucas Di Grassi, said, “The car is very agile because most of the weight is at the bottom, the centre of gravity is very, very low and that’s what you need on a racing car... the mechanical grip is quite impressive.

“It has the potential to be the most powerful GT car in the world.”

The inaugural Electric GT Championship in 2018, will see racers compete on circuits around Europe. Rounds will consist of a 20-minute practice session, a 60-minute qualifying heat, a day race (60km) and a dusk race (60km).

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ROAD TEST by Nick Fletcher

BMW 5 Series M Sport BMW’s 5 Series executive saloon has been around for more than 40 years and the latest seventh generation models are still dominant in the business sector, offering style, status and dynamic driving.

Current 5 Series models are a little larger and - thanks to extensive use of aluminium - a little lighter than predecessors, and more refined too.

Prices start at €39,965 (£35,835) for models that are well-equipped but most buyers are keen to move up the range to versions like my recent test model, the M Sport.

In 2.0 litre 187 hp diesel form, this version costs €43,531 (£39,025) and deliv-

ers a 0-60 kph of just 7.5 seconds and top speed of 235 kph (146 mph). But the standout figures are the fuel economy of 25.6 kpl (72.4 mpg) and low emissions of 114 g/km.

The 5 Series M Sport comes with all the standard kit you would expect, including power windows, alloy wheels, airconditioning and connectivity features but various option packages are available that can soon boost the price - my test model had almost €10,000 (£9,000) worth of extras! These included technology and comfort upgrades, electric sunroof, larger wheels and even soft-close doors.

The cabin, with its wraparound dashboard, is beauti-

fully designed and immaculately finished, with premium materials throughout and excellent noise suppression. It is very spacious, with rear seat occupants getting almost as much leg-room as in its larger 7 Series stablemate. Boot space, at 530 litres, is much the same as that of main rivals in the saloon sector.

Ride quality is excellent, even with the slightly firmer M Sport suspension, and the standard eight-speed gear-

Stats panel Model: BMW 5 Series M Sport Engine: 2.0 litre diesel Transmission: 8 speed automatic Performance: 0-100 kph 7.5 seconds, top speed 235kph (146 mph) Economy: 25.6 kpl (72.4 mpg) Emissions 114 g/km

Model tested is UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets.

M SPORT: Looks elegant. box is impressively seamless.

The smooth effortless driving dynamics make the car a joy to be in.

The exterior of the 5 Series M Sport is elegant and its sporty body quite subtle.

While the overall visual impact is perhaps a little more conservative than comparable models from Mercedes, Lexus and Audi, it still exudes plenty of kerb-appeal - with a distinct hint of potency.

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Colour confusion Over three quarters of drivers in wrong-coloured cars A NEW study has revealed that 87 per cent of car owners in Spain are driving the wrong coloured car for their personality.

According to the research conducted by Nissan, approximately a third of the overall survey should have opted for more striking shades, such as orange, instead of traditional grey and black, based on their personality type.

The data, based on 5,000 responses across France, Germany, Spain, Italy and the UK, also found that high-energy colours should top the table.

Of the 1,000 motorists questioned in Spain, 63 per cent of drivers claimed that

High energy colours signify energetic, fun and optimistic traits.

COLOURFUL: Study part of launch of new Nissan Micra. colour had impacted their vehicle choice, with the same percentage claiming they had chosen their favourite colour.

Karen Haller, an acclaimed colour psychologist, said: “Social

factors come into play with colour choice. For example, in times of economic uncertainty, it’s common for people to play it safe and pick a car with a neutral palette; such as black, white or grey.

“So I’m not surprised that two-thirds of motorists are driving more conservative shades.

“Cars with high energy colours signify energetic, fun and optimistic traits within someone’s personality.

White is associated with simplicity, perfection and being in control, while blue is a calm colour loved by people who value integrity.”

In Spain however, 62 per cent of those questioned drive more traditional coloured cars, such as white, black, grey and silver, 24 per cent of respondents currently drive a grey vehicle and 17 per cent a black car.

In comparison, only 56 per cent of UK motorists questioned drive more traditional coloured cars, with 18 per cent driving black cars and just 10 per cent grey.

Haller continued: “Often colour choices are based around aspirations, and black is often seen as aspirational, associated with high-end technologies and innovative brands.

“It may be that far from playing it safe, they are choosing what they perceive as the finer things in life.”

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Classic Car Club of Andalucia

Another superb CCCA day out!

The October Classic Car Run Motoring correspondent Ian Giles reports on the latest news from the Andalucia Classic Car Club, the most successful such society in the area and probably in Spain with over 600 members.

IT’S always difficult for The Classic Car Club of Andalucia to put on events, particularly classic car runs, and find new venues, new start points and new routes.

After more than 120 car runs, and as many lunches and dinners, the challenge gets tougher! However, the Club’s October run still managed to produce just that.

Participants in the classic car run gathered at El Caserio, between San Pedro and Estepona on the coast road, which turned out to be an excellent start venue. Good food for breakfast, an easy location to find and a decent car park for 30 plus classics to park and be admired by fellow enthusiasts as well as interested locals.

A terrific variety of ‘modern’ and older classics assembled and a number of new members were present for the first time, possibly wondering what they had gotten themselves into!

New members Philip and Astrid Gerard arrived in a most beautiful and rare Cadillac Eldorado Convertible. This gorgeous beast looking quite enormous parked alongside Henri Hoogewoud’s lovely white MGA and Harry Driessen’s quite magnificent Mercedes 190SL originally owned by a schoolteacher in California.

Two modern, but still classic, Jaguar F-Types arrived to join in the fun and there were such beauties as a couple of Porsche 911’s, a 1990’s Aston Martin Virage, a Jaguar XKR, several Mercedes including a 1970’s 450SL, a 1990’s 500SL and a lovely 1980’s 230 CE Coupe.

Stuart Sandon was out to play in his very pretty 1970’s Mercedes SLC which is quite a rare car these days. Club Presidente, Ian Giles, brought along a very pretty 1988 Rolls Royce Spirit which doesn’t see the light of day very often.

Registration girls, Jane Jackson and Angela Sharp with regular Sheila Graveling.

The gorgeous Mercedes 190SL of Harry Driessen.

Phil Marriage brought out his trusty b l a c k Chevvy Camaro w h i c h added to the classic American contingent and two glorious, scarlet, red Ferraris represented the Italian connection whilst Jack Weiss and Brendan O’Brien both brought stunning Bentley convertibles.

To say the least, the car park looked very special as the crews gathered five minutes before the off to hear a briefing from event organiser Ian Giles.

Navigation is by professionally prepared ‘Tulip’ road-books, exactly the same as used by professionals and amateurs alike in the rallying world. These allow the crews to drive entirely at their own pace as there is no timing or competition on these one-day events. It also alleviates the need for a ‘mass start’ which simply produces a rather expensive and unnecessary traffic jam right at the start!

It is suggested cars depart at around one minute intervals so

that everyone can enjoy their driving on these spectacular and traffic free roads here in southern Spain.

First car away was the glorious dark blue Aston Martin Virage, its crew wanting to get ahead to take photographs to include in the Club’s monthly photographic competition.

After the departure of the Aston, crews headed off, taking the coast road before turning off to skirt the back of Estepona and head for the newly resurfaced road to Casares. This road has been in desperate need of resurfacing for many years so it was a real joy to be among the first cars to get the benefit and enjoy the drive.

From there the route headed on to Gaucin and then on down to cross the railway line in El Colmenar before heading to the famous road through the cork forest. This road is in something of a bad state of disrepair and is quite rough in places. However, everyone took their time, enjoyed the amazing scenery and no damage was reported to any of the cars. Well Club Presidente Ian Giles with done everyone! regular member Peter Bull.

Onwards they went, through Cortes de la Frontera and then a much-needed coffee and tapas stop at Venta El Soler as the route joined the main Algeciras to Ronda road.

After coffee, crews headed towards Ronda on the fast and wide main road where some Getting ready for the ‘Off’ Jose spectacular scenery Olney and husband David.

The gorgeous, and rather large, Cadillac Eldorado of Philip & Astrid Gerard. produced some memorable driving experiences.

The route then came to Ronda and headed all the way down towards San Pedro, more spectacular scenery, panoramic views over the sea and spectacular driving. What could be better!

The finish was arranged at the well-known Venta Los Almendros, just above San Pedro on the Ronda road. The Club has used this many times before as a start venue but never as a lunch halt. It was an inexpensive but thoroughly enjoyable lunch with everyone sat out on the terrace enjoying the views and some very good home-cooked food.

The weather had been superb all day, the countryside and driving just spectacular and the company absolutely first class!

The Club’s next event is its amazing six-day Tour of Extremadura, starting on Monday the 23rd. Anyone who would like to come along to the start would be welcome. This will be at Venta Carlos del Mirador which is about seven kilometres up the A-7000 Montes de Malaga road above Malaga in the direction of Colmenar. Cars to depart at 11.00am and breakfast served from around 09.30M. Many superb photos of this great classic car day out are on the Club’s website www.cccan dalucia.com.

More from me in next issue.

Further information on Classic Car Club of Andalucia events can be found on the Club’s website www.cccandalucia.com.

Membership of this vibrant club is open to anyone owning a genuine classic car here in Spain. Saca tu coche clásico del garaje y diviértete con el.

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Citroën launch new SUV C

ITROËN have revealed they are launching a new SUV vehicle.

Following the unveiling of the C5 Aircross at the Shanghai Motor Show in April, the car giants have now announced the new C3 Aircross.

Inspired by the C-Aircross concept revealed

in early 2017, the Citroën C3 Aircross continues the brand’s SUV offensive.

The C3 Aircross provides 12 driving aids, including park assist, traffic sign recognition, active safety brakes and intelligent beam headlights.

The spacious boot has a standard volume of 410 litres but can be increased to 520

litres thanks to the split rear sliding seats.

The boot is easily accessible via the large-opening tailgate and benefits from a low loading sill.

The Citroën C3 AIRCROSS also features intuitive connectivity.

The central console features a

SUV Available in 85 different colour combinations.

The C3 Aircross.

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Compatible smartphone apps are also accessible from the 7” touch screen through the Mirror Screen function, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Prefigured by the C-Aircross concept, the car’s unique styling combines originality with robust strength, reflecting Citroën’s DNA and the fundamentals of SUV design.

With eight body colours, three roof colours and four Colour Packs, the new Citroën C3 Aircross has 85 available colour combinations.

The customisation concept extends to every detail: the quarterlights with their shutter effect and the roof bars add to the touches of colour provided by the coloured door mirrors, headlamp surrounds and wheel centre caps.

The C3 Aircross is available with either a PureTech petrol engine (82, 110 and 130) or BlueHDi diesel engine (100 and 120).

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FUV: Ferrari Utility Vehicle A FERRARI SUV is now a ‘dead serious’ proposition, according to CEO Sergio Marchionne. Just last year the same man told press “you’d have to shoot me first,” spitting out the sleek Italian brand’s distaste for the SUV phenomenon.

But last week he presented plans to inject a Ferrari version into the extremely competitive marketplace. Standing outside the New York Stock Exchange he said his firm would redefine the field with the new FUV, or Ferrari Utility Vehicle.

Ferrari will follow highclass competitors Bentley and Porsche into the crowded SUV market. The Lamborghini Urus SUV is slated for a 2019 debut.

But Marchionne pledged to maintain the brand’s exclusive aura by always keeping production lower than demand.

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Porsche on-demand German giant reinvents the wheel

By Matthew Elliott ON-DEMAND Porsches are now available in an American pilot project. In exchange for a monthly charge, the German giant will deliver a Porsche model of the customer’s choosing to their home, or any other location.

The pilot is being rolled out in the southern American city of Atlanta. Drivers can choose between two different membership plans. For $2,000 (€1,700) a month they have access to eight Porsche models, including the Cayenne and 718 Boxster.

For $3,000 (€2,500) a month almost the entire Porsche collection is at their disposal, with ondemand access to 22 models, including the top of the range Carrera S, Panamera 4S, and classic 911.

Ordering a Porsche is as simple as ordering a pizza. Cus-

ON DEMAND: Porsche reinventing car ownership. tomers will have their Porsche app on their smart phone. They can pick a model, delivery spot and time frame.

A businessman looking to make a splash at a meeting might order a flashy sports model. But if he’s taking a road trip with the family might prefer a roomier Cayenne.

“Our Strategy 2025 vision is to be the most aspirational brand in a new era of mobility and con-

sumer expectations,” said CEO of Porsche Cars North America Klaus Zellner. “With Porsche Passport, we now offer our customers a simple and flexible driving solution at their fingertips.”

Mileage is unlimited, and full insurance included in the monthly fee. Extensive driving and credit checks are carried out on clients.

Porsche Passport is similar to Jaguar’s concept of selling steering wheels instead of cars.

Drivers would be able to order Jags to the doorstep, then use their personalised wheel with all their preferences, routes, and driving history to enjoy a smoother ride.

Both ideas represent a sea change in the concept of car ownership.

‘Alcolyser’ anniversary THE Breathalyser test marked its 50th anniversary this month.

In October 1967 the first alcohol test was performed on a confused driver in Shropshire, England.

Just a day previously Britain’s first drink driving act had taken effect.

It made driving with more than 80mb per 100ml of alcohol in the bloodstream illegal.

The new device was dubbed the ‘Alcolyser.’

It contained a tube filled with crystals.

If they changed colour the driver was hauled down to the station for further testing.

Government ministers faced fierce criticism from drivers. Some considered it an attack on the working class, who were only just beginning to enjoy car ownership.

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Sometimes I really do lose the will to live LEAPY LEE SAYS IT

HAVE you noticed that since the Weinstein revelations all those ‘actors’ have suddenly become actresses again? Funny that. Another thing I wondered, amidst all this hysterical sexual abuse furore, is just how many ‘actresses’ actually succumbed to the couch and did in fact get the part, if you’ll pardon the double entendre! Ah well, at least all those luvvies have once again reverted to gender. Thankful for small mercies I suppose.

Another example of reversed racism bull...t reared its pathetic, but dangerous head again this week.

Namely the outcry that followed the Dove body wash advert that, amid grovelling apologies from the company was, to my mind, disgracefully withdrawn.

It showed a series of women removing their sweaters and morphing into different races and ethnic origins.

Dove had meant to show the product was aimed at a whole diversity of different cultures and skin colours.

Wrong! Don’t be ridiculous, its racist innit!? Sometimes I really do lose the will to live.

One thing that is becoming increasingly apparent during all these Brexit negotiations, is just how deeply entwined we have actually become with the EU. I’m surprised we didn’t have to go to them for permission to wipe our behinds. The sooner we tell

Photo by Shutterstock/Theresa May/Twitter

OTHERS THINK IT

them all to get on their bikes and take back our autonomy the better. Unfortunately, I’m afraid the simpering Ms May and her gang of incompetents are not the ones to do it. Come back Maggie all is forgiven.

I see the French air traffic controllers have taken their en masse annual vacations again. Bet they plan their trips by road and sea. Personally, I’d sack the lot of ‘em. Trouble is they’d have to be replaced by.... yep you’ve guessed it, more French air traffic controllers. Ah well, flying, or rather not flying, just wouldn’t be the same without them. It would however be a decent gesture to announce their intentions at the beginning of the year. At least we could then plan our own vacations around theirs!

Funny story emerged from Michael Portillo this week. Apparently, he was asked by a constituent to send her a signed photo. A week later he found she had left him a reminder in his office. Beneath her name was written ‘horse face.’ Portillo took this to be a self-depreciating joke. He subsequently popped a photo in the post, writing on it. ‘To my very dear horse face.’ Later his assistant asked if he had seen the note. ‘I thought you may not remember who it was, so I wrote ‘horse face’ on it to remind you.’

Gotta laugh aintcha!?

Keep the faith. Love Leapy

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Keep calm and change your password ONE of the world’s most popular password managers (LastPass) was recently hacked - but then these days, who hasn’t been?

By and large though, you would expect password managers to safeguard the precious keys to your life, and they do.

Many are free: look for LastPass, Dashlane, LogMeOnce or Symantec Norton Identity Safe.

Pay a few smackers and you can add more bells and whistles, like protection for multiple devices, automatic form filling and for all I know, the ability to brew a good cup of Earl Grey.

Whatever you do, don’t accept your web browser’s kind offer to Save a password when you input it into a site. All it takes is for your computer to be stolen and there goes your life. Not to mention your electric toothbrush tracker.

PASSWORD is no longer the world’s most popular password, but it’s close. This year’s winner is 123456. Followed by 12345678 and perhaps most curiously at number 11, login.

Passwords really are a pain, and the bane of our technological age, as we stagger under growing torrents of the things. Even my new electric toothbrush has a password so that I can track my brushing performance, when what I actually need is a life.

And we really are so hopeless at choosing good passwords. Even the simplest computer these days can crack a six-letter password in seconds, putting your whole identity at risk if you’ve decided to go with hola or cheers because you can’t be buttocked to come up with something better.

If there’s anything we’re even worse at than thinking-up passwords, it’s remembering them. Sure, even Stephen Hawking probably couldn’t remember the 80-something passwords I need to stay afloat online, for everything from managing my subscription to Barbed Wire Monthly right through to keeping Nigerian princes away from the €63 in my current account.

Offices are still replete with every IT administrator’s nightmare, Post-it

Easing the pain of passwords Hackers in the movies crack industrial-strength passwords in seconds. In real life it may take a minute. So is it worth remembering ‘r87%!@#’ just to order a pizza online, asks TERENCE KENNEDY?

PASSWORDS: Pain in every pixel. stickers with a password - a situation made worse by the recently-discredited practice of changing passwords every month to the bafflement of pretty much everyone involved (I once performed assault and battery on a favourite computer mouse when

last month’s password would no longer let me check this month’s bank balance, and to get a new password I had to enter, yes, the new password).

But now there are password managers, with a few of the most popular

TE TH CH F E T OR IM ID

listed in the panel alongside. These promise to store all your passwords and apply them where needed, as long as you remember, inevitably, One Password To Rule Them All. Of course you could also write down every password in a notebook as you collect them - and just hope your home isn’t burgled by a computer-literate Beagle Boy. Or you could use your own downhome solution like mine: a text file of usernames and passwords, which is then compressed (‘zipped’) with any of the many widely-available zip programs (WinZip or 7-Zip are just two) - which let you encrypt (lock) the file with a password each time you save it. As with password managers, forget this master password and your cyberlife goes down the pan.

For my part, I’m thinking of changing my password to ‘incorrect.’

That way, whenever I forget it the computer will always respond: ‘Your password is incorrect.’ Perfect!

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WHILE the sight of a matador toying with a bull is the iconic image of Spain’s obsession with the animal, there are several other controversial festivities which focus on the horned beast.

The most famous is Pamplona, which sees thousands of locals and tourists take to tions which protesters are trythe streets of the city. ing to ban, the encierros The catch: bulls are set free which take place in rural behind the willing runners becommunities - are near the fore being slaughtered in the top of the list. bullring that very same Setting a bull free in an evening. open field, dozens of men This year’s event saw almount horses or run after the most as many protestors as bull on foot, armed with runners as those for and rocks and spears. against the festival clashed.

The aim is to drive a spear One of the most controverthrough the bull bringing it to sial bull ‘traditions,’ is the an abrupt stop. In reality the Toro Embolado... also known as ‘the Burning of the Bulls.’

Each year, Although rarer approximately these days, the Toro Embolado sees a 250,000 bulls bull’s horns set alight are killed in while it runs around bullfights around attempting to extinthe world. guish the flames.

The custom hit inbull often limps on for much ternational headlines in July longer than intended, endurthis year after a video showed ing multiple blows before it a bull ‘commit suicide’ by finally gives in. driving itself into a wooden With bullfighting on the post after its horns had been ropes, campaigners will hope set alight during a show in that these traditions - and Valencia. many more like them - are alAnd it doesn’t stop there. so given the boot.

Of the countless other tradi-

Outside the ring

Cock and bull story SAY what you will about bullfighting. But to go into a ring against a 1,000 kg bull armed with no more than a sword and a cloak takes a lot of courage.

This year alone, two matadors have lost their lives in the ring and several more have been injured. The latest to lose his life was legendary matador Iván Fandiño who was gored after tripping on his cape.

Others are more The European fortunate and live to tell the tale, but sufbullfighting fer life changing inindustry receives juries. €600 million a One of the most year in public famous incidents funding. took place in Madrid earlier this year where onlookers were left wincing after matador Juan Miguel took a horn to the nether region as he was tossed into the air.

His colleague Frenchman Andy Younes then suffered a catastrophic injury of his own after being thrown into the air before landing on his head as he attempted to tame the bull.

Of Spain’s most famous matadors to return to the ring Juan Jose Padilla must top the list. Losing an eye to a bull in 2011, Padilla came back to fight again. However, last year, almost five years since the horrific goring, Padilla was again struck in the face and gored in the same eye socket.

Whether or not Padilla dons the traje de luces again remains to be seen. But no one would blame him if he calls it a day.

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It is not just the matadors doing the fighting, as those for and against Spain’s most controversial tradition engage in verbal sparring outside of the ring. David Noon takes a look at the history of bullfighting and weighs up whether or not Spain should consign the corrida to history.

T was once considered as ingrained in Spanish culture as tapas or flamenco, but a decade of decline suggests that the corrida’s days are numbered.

As the gates are locked on many iconic bullrings across the country, it begs the question of whether or not Spain’s controversial tradition can limp on for much longer.

In 2017, where animal rights and political correctness sit on lofty pedestals, the decadence of bullfighting jolts somewhat out of kilter.

And many would argue - and do so, en masse - that bullfighting is fit only for the history books.

Where previously thousands upon thousands of Spaniards took to the plazas de toros in celebration, in their place equal numbers take to the streets to protest in anger.

Each year, fewer and fewer Spaniards openly support the pastime.

A poll carried out earlier this year by the World Animal Protection organisation found that as few as 19 per cent of adults in Spain support bullfighting while 58 per cent are totally opposed to it.

In September 2016, record numbers of protestors lined the streets of Madrid in the largest-ever demonstration against the corrida.

And this year, large, boisterous protests again in Madrid and during Pamplona’s bull run have further proven that momentum is swinging in favour of those against bullfighting.

The beginning of the end (if that is where we are headed) took place in Barcelona in 2011, in front of a packed house of nearly 20,000 people at El Monumental.

Top matadors Jose Tomas, Juan Mora, and Serafin Morin lead the corrida, as Cataluña brought the curtain down on bullfighting in the region ahead of a ban coming into force in 2012.

It was an important moment in Spanish history felt far beyond the borders of the ever-headline grabbing Cataluña.

Municipalities across the country have followed in Cataluña’s footsteps, with a trickle-down effect leading to bans far and wide.

Nowadays there are dozens of municipal bans on bullfighting across the country. And no doubt more will follow.

It is a reality that was unimaginable in Spain until the last decade.

Even in the bullfighting heartland of Andalucia,

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IN CHARGE: A matador outmanoeuvres oncoming bull.

the number of fights has fallen by more than 50 per cent in the past 10 years.

The latest municipality to clamp down on the pastime was the Balearic Islands who voted in a new law that bans the tradition of bulls being slaughtered in the ring.

Fights can still take place as part of the new law, but bulls cannot be killed (how exactly that will play out remains to be seen).

But the ‘sport’ still boasts a number of high-profile aficionados who rally to keep the tradition alive.

While the number of bullfights is falling in Spain,

Bullfighting is banned in Catalonia and the Canary Islands but is still legal in most other parts of Spain, as well as in Portugal, parts of southern France and some South American countries.

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the custom alive

People ha ve been speaking out agains t bullfightin g for almo st 500 years : in 1567, Pope Pius V called fo r an end to the ‘cruel a n d un-Christi an’ sport.

some 2,000 events are still held every year in front of packed out stadia.

Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is perhaps the most powerful supporter of bullfighting.

In 2012, the leader of the country risked a backlash when he overturned a broadcasting ban to bring live coverage of the corrida back to public TV for the first time in six years.

Throughout the years artists, authors, politicans and singers have all voiced their admira-

tion of the tradition.

Pablo Picasso, Orson Welles, Goya, Dalí, Hemingway and the the poet Garcia Lorca to name just six were all vociferous in their admiration of bullfighting.

American author Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Spain’s top folk singer Joaquin Sabine have both spoken out against ‘antitaurinos,’ blasting their protests as ‘ignorant.’

Holding no punches, Sabine recently claimed that ‘art of the antitaurino problem’ was that those against bullfighting simply ‘can’t accept the profound truth

that, without death, there can be no life.’ And while there are many more who would support Sabine in her argument, the scales appear to be tipping in favour of those opposed to her views.

The opinions of poets and artists of the past bare little significance when challenged by PACMA’s YouTube channel which boasts countless images of animal cruelty.

How far the scales tip and for how much longer the fight goes on remains to be seen. But for as long as there are matadors in Spain, bullfighting will be a topic of much debate, protest and bloodshed.

WHILE thousands take to the streets to put an end to Spain’s most hotly talked about tradition, there are others looking for an alternative way of keeping the custom alive.

For the last two years Santilliana del Mar in Cantabria has enjoyed a successful bull run without bull nor human injury.

Replacing the bulls with men dressed in bull suits, the organisers claim that the event ‘keeps tradition alive while ensuring the safety of animals and people.’ç More spectacularly, and still with a serious element of danger, one trend gaining steam in Spain is the flight of the bull jumpers.

Armed with nothing more than their reflexes, the Recortadores are put into a ring with a bull and then aim to jump over the oncoming beasts in the style of a high jumper arching his back over the pole.

However, unlike pole jumpers, bull jumpers risk their lives by mistiming the leaps of faith.

And while the tradition dates back more than 500 years, supporters argue that the nail biting spectacle could replace traditional bull fights and maintain Spain’s love affair with bulls for years to come.

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Theresa May and the tarnished Tories need to get their act together fast!

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

FIFTEEN months on from the EU referendum and it’s all about ‘should she go?’, ‘should he go?’ etc. when the only thing that matters is getting Britain out of the mess it’s in and ending the uncertainty - one way or the other.

Too many politicians have hijacked the Brexit vote to make it all about themselves.

Political point-scoring seems more important than actual policy. It’s about time politicians (of all sides) represented Britain’s interests rather than their own. The news is more like a soap opera full of manipulative gossips with their own agendas, not the country’s welfare at heart.

And when it comes to poten-

SELF-SERVING? The UK Cabinet. tial prime ministers, they should be careful what they wish for. Take Tony Blair: he was good at presentation (unlike Theresa May) and popular (at least at the beginning). But it’s hard to argue he was a successful PM. Britain’s finances are still recovering from 13 years of New Labour. And Boris as PM? BoJo with no grasp of fine detail, gaff prone and with the attention span of a gnat. Yes, he’d be fine if the electorate feels safe with some-

one who’d only reinforce divisions within the Tories and the country.

Oh for the days when we had an election every four or five years. Then politicians just got on with messing up our lives quietly in the background.

Now, weirdly, they feel they have to play out their incompetence with the full glare of publicity and in the media spotlight. They show total disrespect for the people who put them in their posts and

don’t even care that we know.

They’re destroying the incentive of ever voting in any election again. Perhaps that’s what they want?

Politicians carrying out the will of the people? Don’t make me laugh. Regardless of political hue, some of these self-serving, arrogant individuals couldn’t be trusted with a whelk stall.

Finally, many thanks to all of you who have purchased my crime thrillers (all profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity) following my piece here two weeks ago. And keep those donations going to Cudeca!

Nora Johnson’s psychological crime thrillers ‘The Girl in the Red Dress,’ ‘No Way Back,’ ‘Landscape of Lies,’ ‘Retribution,’ ‘Soul Stealer,’ ‘The De Clerambault Code’ (www.nora-johnson.net) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.99;£0.99) and iBookstore.

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THURSDAY THOUGHTS James Cotterill, Estepona

Grave New World SOMETIMES it feels as if I went to sleep in one world and then woke up in another bizarrely different copy. I have roots in the UK and Spain and both countries seem to be going through incredible changes with no-one able to actually take control or influence events.

Here in Spain we are back to deep divisions with a minority of the people in Cataluña apparently desperate to commit what appears like financial suicide by declaring independence despite the fact that they would be thrown out of the European Union and could well be invaded by Spanish troops. With the National government unlikely to enter into meaningful negotiations, there are only two possible outcomes, either Cataluña backs down or it will be controlled from Madrid which is likely to infuriate even the local anti-independence groups.

Meanwhile Theresa May is not having a good time with regards to Brexit and so little progress has been made that she had to travel to Brussels for an intimate dinner with Jean-Claude Juncker with both accompanied by their chief negotiators David Davis and Michel Barnier. The results of the meeting however were somewhat predictable as it was agreed that negotiations need to speed up but following their dinner which was undertaken in a ‘constructive and friendly atmosphere,’ there were no new agreements reached.

Basically paraphrasing Jerry Maguire, Brussels simply said “Show me the money” and there is unlikely to be a trade deal before an agreement is reached about the amount that Britain has to pay in the ‘divorce’ settlement. It does rather look as if we are heading towards a ‘Grave New World.’ columnists@euroweeklynews.com Readers interested in submitting articles for this guest column should send articles of around 250 words on topics felt to be of interest to the cosmopolitan EWN readership to editorial@euroweeklynews.com.

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It’s not rocket science Mike Senker

In my opinion Views of a Grumpy Old Man I USE McAfee to protect my computer. I know there are loads of free ones out there but I’ve used the same one for years and, to be honest, the free ones, in my experience, are always trying to download something I don’t want and it’s often the case with this stuff that you have to uncheck the box not to get it.

So, I got a notice saying my account was coming up for renewal. I used to have automatic renewal but stopped when I found if I waited I’d get offered a deal and, sure enough, the offer was if I renewed in the next 24 hours I could get it for two years at a discounted price plus a £40 cash back offer. I thought I would take a closer look at that deal. The trouble was, when I tried to renew, the offer wasn’t there. This was about 9pm by the way.

I went to the ‘contact us’ section and found they had a live chat option so I thought I’d have go at that. I filled in the usual bits and bobs - email address, username blah blah and then got a message from a person whose name I could not pro-

nounce and even tell what gender they were. I don’t think there were even any vowels in the name but it would score about 400 points in Scrabble. They asked how they could help and I explained the situation and was told ‘no problem.’ They asked what package I wanted and I asked what ones were available. They told me a few different options and I asked what was best.

They told me and I said OK, paid for it and downloaded it. I then realised it had one thing different in it that was a bit of a nuisance so I decided they had flogged me the wrong one. This meant I now had to start the whole live chat thing again.

They cancelled the first one they had sold me and gave me the second one. Then I had to download anther form to get my £40 cash back. It was now 1.30am! The moral of this grump is: don’t make life difficult. Just tell me my renewal is coming up and this is the best price. Don’t make me fill in forms. Life would be so much easier if you didn’t have 10 different deals for the same thing. A simple ‘Dear Sir, your renewal is due. It’s £39 and this is our best discounted price. Please press accept.’ Not rocket science is it? columnists@euroweeklynews.com

Email me: mikesenker@gmail.com.

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Crowd funding the answer to rail woe?

SIR, The continuing prevarication and lack of progress in extending the railway from Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol needs an imaginative and bold plan. If local people along the likely route want it enough, would people make a small investment, say €50 each or €100 per family with a guarantee of getting it back with a small amount of interest perhaps?

And would businesses along the route - hotel companies, shops, eg, those at Miramar chip in too? Local government and Renfe themselves would need to be involved of course.

It could perhaps be done in stages.

Fuengirola to Miramar and then, if the idea proves successful, beyond.

Maybe EWN could convene a meeting of interested parties to test the waters and lead a campaign?

And shame them in your pages if they won’t consider the possibility!

Tim Lucas, Malaga

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Bad cat-itude

Calling all cars I AM no longer a resident in Spain but a regular visitor with a small apartment on the Costa del Sol. For some years now I have been using a particular hire car firm and have eventually persuaded them not to argue when I tell them I do not require their outrageously priced comprehensive insurance because I have acquired a policy in the UK which will cover any excess I might incur.

On my most recent hiring (my fifth this year) I found I had been charged nearly €115 for a hire I paid for direct on booking and

I WAS saddened to read that another lynx has been shot in southern Spain (EWN issue 1685). Why can no-one address the shocking environmental education in this country???

Jackie Brightwell, Alicante

Shower scene SMALL PRINT: Always read when hiring a car (stock photo). when I queried this I was advised this was for an upgrade of vehicle.

I was not asked if I wanted an upgrade and did not require one, but the company are refusing to refund my money claiming I had signed a contract!

I know your paper is directed primarily at British residents, but many of them will have friends and family visiting and renting

All letters by email or post should carry the writer’s address, NIE and contact number though only the name and town will be published.

cars and I would ask you to print this letter as a warning to them.

Check the details of your hire contract, question anything you do not understand and be careful what you sign. Of course you are desperate to get on your way, but a few minutes more at the airport can pay for a good lunch for your hosts!

Ernie Goddard, Malaga

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Brexit could end flights between UK and EU FLIGHTS between the UK and the EU could cease if a Brexit deal is not agreed according to Philip Hammond.

Don’t some people realise a lot of perishable foodstuffs come in from the EU by air, foreign visitors spend a lot of money in British shops. About time they grew up and got a life.

Lyn Thompson Dear oh dear. How are all the British OAPs going to get to Benidorm for their annual winter break.

Shouldn’t have voted to leave in the referendum should they? What an absolute mess the whole thing is!

Ian Hannah STOP SICKNESS SCAMS: Government launches probe into fake holiday sickness claims THE UK government is urging travel industry insiders to help with a crackdown on fraudulent holiday sickness claims which are estimated to have cost the industry £240 million already.

The insurance companies should stipulate anyone sick needs hospital/doctors confirmation, even hotel management or tour company confirmation as there’s always a holiday rep around that could check on them being bedbound during their holidays, or tour operators have a designated area health rep you have to phone if you’re ill... and of course they must have their EHIC card and use it

Comments from EWN online for claim confirmation... there’s lots of things they could implement...

Julie Jones Peel BREAKING: Fighter jet pilot dies in crash near Madrid FOR the second time in a week, a Spanish pilot has died following a crash, this time of an F-18 aircraft.

Time to stand-down, pull the pilots and planes and look over maintenance schedules for the planes and duty schedules for the pilots Erik Robinson So very sad. RIP. Condolences to his family and friends on the loss of such a young and obviously talented man.

Jennifer Bilton ‘Fake’ Cataluñan referendum violence images shared on social networks FAKE videos and images of the Catalan referendum have emerged on social media.

Social Media = Fake News. And we wonder why

some governments try to suppress Social Media!

It’s the bane of the modern age.

Mike Brown EXCLUSIVE: Costa del Sol expat faces constant threat of floods A MANILVA expatriate is furious at the lack of aid he has received after flooding to his property cost him €60,000.

Would be worth finding out if the wall the neighbour built had permission and whether or not the council inspected to see what was being built and if it would affect a neighbour. If not - possibly denouncing the neighbour and or going to regional court (not local) might be a forward option.

Dave End of my rainbow (Leapy Lee) HI kids, This is your trendy Dad telling you how much I love you and how much I enjoyed speaking to you all at my recent appearance at Glastonbury.

Anyone who believed Jeremy Corbyn & his crafty appearance at a festival has to be very naive. He just chose the venue to capture as many of the younger voters as possible in one place: As Leapy put it… He can promise what he likes and once voted in give what he can (NOTHING).

The UK Teddy Boy

WANTING to see the promised meteors I looked out about 3am from my home at the eastern end of Torre del Mar, Malaga. There are few people about, but everywhere was lit up like daylight with so many over-bright street lights that I didn’t see a thing.

The local council must have money to burn!

Michael Hill, Torre del Mar

Let Leapy be HI, whilst everybody doesn’t always agree with Leapy, Issue 1684 was fiercely against him. Surely you must have folk in agreement with him write in, so that you can balance your output.

Firstly the reader’s comment on page 53 (Costa Blanca South edition) was not only 100 per cent against him, but then repeated on the back of page 86, followed by more ‘anti’ letters on page 62.

The EWN seems to becoming as one-sided as the BBC is becoming biased towards the Remainers in the Brexit saga!

Richard Prowse, Cartagena Editor’s note: The EWN is comitted to voicing both sides of any argument, hence why we printed a reader’s reply to an earlier Leapy column. Unfortunately several pages were reproduced twice, but this was a one-off printer’s error for which we apologise.

Dear Leapy I FULLY agree with your mail on the situation in South Africa, my family have lived there for over 40 years and I have visited many times over the years and it has gone exactly as you wrote.

Valerie Wolverson, address withheld

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9:30am Football's Greatest Teams 10:00am Scottish Cup Greatest Games 10:30am La Liga Greatest Games 11:00am Eredivisie 12:00pm Championship PlayOff Finals 1:00pm Eredivisie 2:00pm Championship Season Review 3:00pm Eredivisie 4:00pm Football's Greatest 4:30pm Football's Greatest Teams 5:00pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 5:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 6:00pm Football Years 6:30pm Football Countdowns 7:00pm Eredivisie 8:00pm EFL Matters 8:30pm EFL Rivalries: East Anglian Derby 9:00pm Eredivisie 10:00pm EFL Matters 10:30pm EFL Rivalries: East Anglian Derby 11:00pm La Liga Show 11:30pm Eredivisie 12:30am EFL Matters

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TV Couch Critic WHAT a turn-around, with Jessica Raine, a prim and proper midwife in Call The Midwife now portraying a sex-crazed alcoholic in The Last Post (BBC 1), a new Sunday night offering.

Centred around a bunch of Military PoNEW ROLE: Jessica licemen (MPs) keeping the peace in Aden Raine. the port city in south Yemen once under British rule - why is it that they wear bright scription for red hats that are surely an open invitasome) pour tion to pot shots without telescopic out their dissights. appointment With steamy scenes, a bit of to lovely Zoe gore and twists, keep an open and I always mind, for The Last Post could fear she’s develop, and of particular intergoing to est as it brought back memories burst out of my own merchant vessel crying. life in the Middle East and While Africa at around the same the X time as the series is focused Factor on.

ALWAYS BOUNCY: Zoe Ball.

(ITV 1 Zoe Ball is back with Strictly Saturday and Sundays) is surely a weekend It Takes Two (BBC2 Monday to Friday). She is must for a big percentage of Brits, it does not foalways bubbly and good for a laugh, but why cus on the epitome of singing talent, but is just a must the crew/audience scream and whoop in huge ego trip for the judges, and surely raises X Factor style every time someone comes on. the question of how long the tired old format Those Americans have a lot to answer for! can continue?

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From prim and proper to sex-crazed drunk House prices in the not-so-quaint village of Emmerdale (ITV 1 Monday to Friday) must be rock bottom nowadays given the ragged bunch of thieves, murderers, liars, schemers, fraudsters and dogsbodies crammed into one place in this popular soap opera.

While script writers want action, surely not at the total cost of reality!

With people dropping like flies, it is all a long way from its conception of tales of country folk, where the outside scenes were shot in the Yorkshire village of Esholt. The landlord and his wife of the village pub The Woolpack (The Commercial in real life) now live on the Costa Blanca, though the real village inhabitants were nothing like their TV counterparts.

Driven by an unassuming presenter whose travels are always interesting, Russia with Simon Reeve (BBC 2 Sunday) gets to the parts others won’t or can’t access.

His down to earth style and easy going manner provides a different slant on issues in this vast country, from the apparent abject poverty in Tula where alcoholism is 10 times more preva-

lent than in the UK. Featuring the proud descendants of the Mongolian Empire with their horses on the Steppe to the state funded Christian Cossack school in Stavropol, a fascinating non-censored peep at Russia.

Meanwhile I can’t see the likes of Germany losing sleep over the England World Cup qualifying rounds televised on ITV. I think the best term is average!

Mrs Browns Boys (BBC 1 repeats on Saturdays), are the marmite of the media, measured with love or hate! The number of people who do not find the series funny still amazes, for I can’t get enough of Brendan O’Carroll, a true master of the one liner with the bang on timing of a speaking clock.

When he veers away from the script and adlibs he has other cast members cowering, hoping they are not going to be targeted.

It’s adult humour that offends some, but truly funny, and considering the lack of anything remotely laughable in the sit com stakes, the Beeb should commission more.

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7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A Matter of Life and Debt 12:45pm Caught Red Handed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Impossible 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Would I Lie to You? 10:00pm Have I Got News for You 10:30pm Porridge 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm BBC London News 11:35pm The Graham Norton Show 12:25am Josh

7:00am Real Lives Reunited 7:30am Rip Off Britain 8:15am A Matter of Life and Debt 9:00am Gardeners' World 10:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm The Code 2:45pm Restoration Home 3:45pm Family Finders 4:15pm Full Steam Ahead 5:15pm Wild Shepherdess with Kate Humble 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Strictly - It Takes Two 8:00pm Further Back in Time for Dinner 9:00pm Mastermind 9:30pm Only Connect Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the series where knowledge will only take you so far.

10:00pm Gardeners' World 11:00pm QI 11:30pm Newsnight 12:05am Dragons' Den 1:05am Snowfall 1:55am Panorama

8:00pm World News Today The latest national and international news, exploring the day's events from a global perspective.

8:30pm Top of the Pops Mike Read and Tommy Vance present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 11 October 1984.

9:00pm Easy Listening Hits at the BBC Compilation of easy listening tracks that offers the perfect soundtrack for your cocktail party.

10:00pm Nile Rodgers: How to Make it in the Music Business 11:00pm BBC Introducing 12:00am Great American Rock Anthems: Turn it Up to 11 12:55am Top of the Pops 1:35am Ultimate Cover Versions at the BBC

9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm Alphabetical 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Australian Wilderness with Ray Mears 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Cold Feet 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm After the News 12:20am Bad Move 12:45am Tonight at the London Palladium 1:40am Jackpot247 4:00am Storage Hoarders

7:00am You've Been Framed!

7:25am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:50am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 8:15am The Great Indoors 9:00am Emmerdale 10:00am You've Been Framed!

10:30am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am The Great Indoors 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:20pm Emmerdale 1:50pm Emmerdale 2:20pm You've Been Framed!

2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm Dress to Impress 8:00pm Totally You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm The 40 Year Old Virgin 12:20am Family Guy 12:45am Family Guy 1:15am Family Guy

7:00am 7:25am 7:50am 8:55am 9:55am 10:20am 10:45am 11:10am 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm 4:15pm 4:45pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 1:00am 2:00am 3:40am 5:15am 5:40am

Coronation Street Coronation Street Heartbeat Wild at Heart Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy Inspector Morse Wild at Heart Heartbeat Coronation Street Coronation Street Inspector Morse Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Rosemary and Thyme Long Lost Family Lewis Mr Selfridge Lewis Lewis Judge Judy Judge Judy The Emmy nominated reality courtroom series, presided over by outspoken family court judge.

9:05am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:05am Frasier 11:05am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:00pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm A New Life in the Sun 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it Fix it Flog it 5:00pm My Kitchen Rules 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Steph and Dom's One Star to Five Star 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:30pm Unreported World 9:00pm Food Unwrapped 9:30pm Travel Man 10:00pm Gogglebox 11:00pm The Last Leg 12:05am Rude Tube 1:10am Instinct 3:15am The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice 4:00am Electric Dreams

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Rusty Rivets Digby Dragon Floogals Peppa Pig Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Mofy The Wright Stuff Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away!

5 News Lunchtime The Hotel Inspector Returns Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Smokescreen 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight The Gadget Show Britain by Bike with Larry and George Lamb A Celebrity Taste of Italy Paul Daniels: My Life in Magic TV's 50 Greatest Magic Tricks

7:00am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm

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7:40am The A-Team 9:40am Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 12:00pm 300 2:00pm The Magnificent Seven 4:10pm Superman Returns 6:45pm Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 9:00pm The A-Team 11:00pm Death Race 1:00am Terminator Salvation

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The Chase The Chase Counting Cars Counting Cars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Ironside Quincy, M.E. The Sweeney The Avengers Ironside Quincy, M.E. The Sweeney The Avengers Counting Cars The Darts Show World Series of Darts Live Out for Justice FYI Daily Out for Justice Bear Grylls: Mission Survive The Sweeney ITV4 Nightscreen Text-based information service.

Teleshopping Shopping from home.

10:05am 10:15am 12:15pm 1:10pm 1:15pm 2:15pm 2:45pm 3:15pm 4:15pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm

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

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9:00pm 9:40am Rush Hour 2 11:20am Dirty 30 1:00pm The Top Ten Show 2017 1:20pm Bridget Jones's Baby 3:30pm Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping 5:00pm Working Girl 7:00pm Sisters 9:00pm Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping 10:35pm Bridget Jones's Baby 12:45am Superbad 2:45am Confetti

11:00pm 1:00am 2:50am 4:35am

FRIDAY TV

Hollyoaks Charmed Melissa and Joey 2 Broke Girls 2 Broke Girls Baby Daddy Baby Daddy How I Met Your Mother The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy New Girl New Girl The Goldbergs Stage School The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Extreme Cake Makers The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Live PGA Tour Golf 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:30am Live Nz Rugby: Semi Final The opening semifinal from the Mitre 10 Cup, New Zealand's top level of domestic rugby.

10:20am Rugby Archive 10:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 11:00am Premier League Daily 12:00pm Live European Tour Golf 2:00pm Sky Sports Today 3:00pm Sky Sports Today 3:30pm Live European Tour Golf 4:45pm Live United States GP: Practice 7:00pm Sky Sports News 8:00pm Football West Ham United v Brighton and Hove Albion.

11:15pm Carling in Off the Bar 11:45pm PL Greatest Games 12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News

The Escorts Fences Monster Trucks Why Him? Split Monster Trucks Fences Powerful August Wilson adaptation starring Denzel Washington as a rubbish collector struggling with the weight of past disappointments.

Why Him? Raucous comedy about a protective dad less than thrilled when his daughter begins dating a foulmouthed playboy millionaire.

Split My Father Die The Escorts Lolo

3:00pm La Liga Show 3:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 4:00pm Football's Greatest 4:30pm Football's Greatest Teams 5:00pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 5:15pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 5:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 6:00pm Football Years 6:30pm Football Countdowns 7:00pm SPFL Matters 7:30pm EFL Matters 8:00pm EFL Derbies: East Anglian 8:30pm Football Years 9:00pm SPFL Matters 9:30pm EFL Matters 10:00pm EFL Derbies: East Anglian 10:30pm Football's Greatest Teams 11:00pm SPFL Matters 11:30pm EFL Derbies: East Anglian 12:00am La Liga Icons 12:30am Football Countdowns

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7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm The Hairy Bikers' Comfort Food 1:00pm Football Focus 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather 2:15pm Bargain Hunt 3:15pm Escape to the Country 3:45pm Madagascar 5:05pm Final Score 6:25pm BBC News 6:35pm Regional News 6:40pm Weather 6:45pm Pointless 7:35pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:20pm Casualty 10:10pm Gunpowder 11:10pm BBC News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 1:00am The NFL Show 1:30am Three Fugitives 3:00am Weather for the Week Ahead 3:05am BBC News

9:00am Deadly 60 9:30am Show Me What You're Made of 10:00am Saturday Mash-Up!, Including Brand New the Next Step 12:00pm Walrus: Two Tonne Tusker 1:00pm Rick Stein's Long Weekends 2:00pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands 3:00pm Coast 4:00pm Flog It! 5:00pm Mastermind 5:30pm The Big Family Cooking Showdown 6:30pm Anglesey: The Island Life 7:00pm Gardeners' World 8:00pm Coastal Path 8:30pm Front Row 9:00pm Britain Afloat 9:30pm Dad's Army 10:00pm Lucy Worsley's Nights at the Opera 11:00pm QI XL 11:45pm Later... with Jools Holland 12:50am In Our Name 2:15am In the Dark Half

8:00pm Incredible Human Journey 9:00pm Wild China 10:00pm Beck Police drama from Sweden.

11:30pm Beck 1:00am Top of the Pops Special 20th anniversary edition of the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 5 January 1984.

1:40am Top of the Pops Special 20th anniversary edition of the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 5 January 1984.

2:20am Sound of Cinema: The Music that Made the Movies 3:20am Wild China

7:15am Mobil 1 The Grid 7:40am Triathlon 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:25am Frasier 10:30am The Big Bang Theory 10:55am The Big Bang Theory 11:25am The Big Bang Theory 11:50am The Simpsons 12:20pm The Simpsons 12:50pm Come Dine with Me 1:25pm Come Dine with Me 1:55pm Come Dine with Me 2:25pm Come Dine with Me 2:55pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 3:55pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 4:55pm Best Laid Plans 5:55pm Formula 1 7:30pm Channel 4 News 8:00pm Rivers with Jeremy Paxman 9:00pm Hidden Britain by Drone 10:00pm Formula 1 12:35am Lone Survivor

7:00am Milkshake!

11:10am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:45am The Gadget Show 12:40pm Police Interceptors 3:40pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 4:40pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 5:40pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away!

6:40pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away!

7:40pm The Bridge at Remagen 9:55pm 5 News 10:00pm Football on 5 The Championship.

10:55pm Football on 5 11:25pm Law and Order: Special Victims Unit 12:20am Law and Order: Special Victims Unit 1:15am Super Casino Feeling lucky? Get the authentic, heartthumping casino experience every night.

7:00am Rude(Ish) Tube 7:30am How I Met Your Mother 8:00am How I Met Your Mother 8:30am Don't Tell the Bride 9:30am Streetmate 10:00am Streetmate 10:30am Made in Chelsea 11:30am Couples Come Dine with Me 12:30pm Couples Come Dine with Me This episode comes from the north Kent coast.

1:30pm The Goldbergs 4:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 5:00pm The Great British Bake Off 6:15pm The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Info not Available 12:30am Gogglebox

7:00am Live PGA Tour Golf 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:30am Live Nz Npc Rugby: Semi Final 10:20am Rugby Archive 10:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 11:00am Soccer Saturday PreMatch 12:00pm Soccer Saturday PreMatch 12:30pm Football Chelsea entertain Watford at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.

4:15pm Live European Tour Golf 6:00pm Rugby Union 8:30pm Live Fight Night 12:30am Football 1:00am Through the Night 2:00am Through the Night 3:00am Through the Night 4:00am Live PGA Tour Golf Day four of the inaugural CJ Cup, on the PGA Tour from Nine Bridges, Jeju Island, South Korea.

7:00am CITV 10:25am Saturday Morning with James Martin 12:20pm Gino's Italian Escape: Islands in the Sun 12:50pm The Hungry Sailors 1:50pm ITV News and Weather 2:00pm ITV Racing: Live From Ascot 6:00pm Thunderbirds are Go 6:25pm Paul O'Grady: For The Love of Dogs 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:05pm ITV News and Weather 7:20pm Cannonball!

8:15pm The Chase 9:15pm The X Factor 11:15pm The Jonathan Ross Show 12:20am ITV News and Weather 12:40am Mickey Blue Eyes 2:25am Jackpot247 4:00am Hungry Sailors 4:50am Nightscreen

7:00am Emmerdale Omnibus 9:30am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:20pm The X Factor 2:25pm Take Me Out 3:55pm What a Girl Wants Comedy in which an independent New York teenager goes in search of the father she never knew.

4:55pm FYI Daily 5:00pm What a Girl Wants 6:00pm Liar Liar 7:05pm FYI Daily 7:10pm Liar Liar Fletcher Reede didn't become a top lawyer by telling the truth.

7:45pm The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring 8:45pm FYI Daily 8:50pm The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring 11:15pm Celebrity Juice 12:00am Family Guy 12:30am Family Guy

7:00am Murder, She Wrote 7:50am Murder, She Wrote 8:50am The Pure Hell of St. Trinian's 9:50am FYI Daily 9:55am The Pure Hell of St. Trinian's 10:55am The Nun's Story 12:15pm FYI Daily 12:20pm The Nun's Story 1:55pm Lewis 3:55pm Foyle's War 6:00pm Foyle's War 8:00pm Midsomer Murders 10:00pm Midsomer Murders 12:00am Lewis 2:00am On the Buses This bold, bawdy and brash sitcom hit British screens in 1969.

2:30am On the Buses This bold, bawdy and brash sitcom hit British screens in 1969.

3:00am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping

7:00am Barelona's European Glory 7:10am The Avengers 8:15am Motorsport UK 9:15am World Endurance Series 2017 10:30am ITV Racing: The Opening Show 11:30am Pawn Stars 11:55am Shed and Buried 1:00pm Football Rivalries Arsenal v Spurs.

1:10pm The Darts Show 1:45pm World Series of Darts Live 6:00pm Nijinsky's Triple Crown 6:05pm Pawn Stars 6:35pm Pawn Stars 7:00pm Pawn Stars 7:30pm Pawn Stars 8:00pm World Series of Darts Live 12:00am Conan the Destroyer 1:00am FYI Daily 1:05am Conan the Destroyer 2:05am The Sweeney 3:05am The Classic Car Show 3:55am ITV4 Nightscreen

7:05am 9:10am 11:10am 12:55pm

7:00am Monster Trucks Family adventure about a gas-guzzling monster that takes up residence in the half-built truck of a downtrodden highschooler.

8:50am Split 10:50am Sing 12:45pm Why Him? 2:45pm Monster Trucks 4:35pm Fences 7:00pm Sing 9:00pm Why Him? 11:00pm Split 1:00am Let Her Out 2:45am My Father Die 4:30am The Escorts Bloody, Louisiana-set revenge tale about a deaf mute who's waited almost two decades to get his hands on his abusive father.

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am

2:55pm 4:55pm 6:55pm 9:00pm 10:55pm 12:40am

Spider-Man Lethal Weapon Ride Along 2 Xxx: Return of Xander Cage The Bourne Identity Tarzan Spider-Man Xxx: Return of Xander Cage Ride Along 2 Rambo

8:15am Sadie's Last Days on Earth 9:55am Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging 11:45am Police Academy 1:30pm Brewster's Millions 3:20pm Central Intelligence 5:20pm Keeping up with the Joneses 7:10pm Groundhog Day 9:00pm Central Intelligence 11:00pm Keeping up with the Joneses 1:00am Knocked Up

10:00am 10:15am 10:30am 11:00am 12:30pm 12:55pm 3:00pm 4:15pm 6:15pm 8:40pm 10:45pm 11:15pm 11:45pm 12:00am

EFL Greatest Games EFL Greatest Games SPFL Greatest Games SPFL Matters Football Countdowns Football's Greatest Football's Greatest Teams Scottish Cup Greatest Games Scottish Cup Greatest Games SPFL Matters Soccer A.M. SPFL Matters Football Levante v Getafe.

Gillette Soccer Saturday Gillette Soccer Saturday Football Football Barcelona v Malaga.

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THREE years old in November thanks to you!

Marbella Moments

by Nicole King AS a market research analyst you need to understand not just the nature of the product but where that unique factor lies to warrant the information being shared by word of mouth.

Unless your company is of the likes of Coca Cola or Microsoft there is no marketing budget sufficient to keep your product or company in the public’s eye for long enough or often enough to make a long-term difference.

This is why market research is so important. If you know your market you can promote continually, but from the inside out, choosing a few strategic partners to establish the brand and ‘sell through.’

With the Besafe Pregnant, a seat belt adaptor for pregnant women, the key was to ‘educate’ the midwives, gynaecologists and road safety experts so that they would spread the word; at no cost for our client. Continual national exposure forever thanks to just one initial investment with our company and a few well-invested years of research.

When we introduced the ChromaGen lenses, part of the specialised optic lens range of Cantor + Nissel laboratories that give colour to those who are colour-blind and resolve learning difficulties, the

FIRST guest Marina Nitzak with Nicole King. task was harder. So many ‘professionals’ were living off the problem so they were not interested in a cure. However we found our way and today there are over 100 opticians in Spain that offer these lenses with so many more wanting to join the group we can now pick and choose.

If you do your homework as they say, you’ll be

amazed with the results.

At the time of working with these different companies I had no idea that I myself would become an authority on road traffic safety or would be interviewed and asked to consult on national television.

I had no idea that I would spend three years working with the teaching University of Barcelona in

their sight and learning department and once again be on national television and radio as a norm.

Even with all this media experience however I had no idea how it would feel to be on the other side of the microphone or camera; be the person doing the interviewing.

My first stint as a radio presenter at Italk was bitter sweet. I loved presenting the breakfast show with Sid Olivera, I loved learning everything about the studio and how it worked, I loved meeting the new people, but I didn’t love how people started to treat me differently.

I’ve done so many things in my life that are more worthy than presenting a radio show that I found it very, very uncomfortable and disconcerting that recognition should come from something so superficial.

Then the penny dropped. What a wonderful way to help Marbella’s town hall connect with our 127 nationality residents and vice versa and help establish a really integrated and interactive community.

Perhaps even instigate world peace using Marbella as an example of perfect international harmony. I was saved; I had a mission!

Next month we celebrate three years of English language TV with Marbella NOW and it’s all thanks to you for embracing this idea so warmly and being such an integral part of the process. So, thank you all and happy birthday to us!! We are #BetterTogether and for that, I’m truly grateful. @marbellanow - www.marbellanowtv.com

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7:00am Breakfast 8:25am Match of the Day 10:00am The Andrew Marr Show 11:00am Sunday Morning Live 12:00pm Sunday Politics 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm Homes Under the Hammer 3:15pm Money for Nothing 4:15pm Escape to the Country 5:00pm Points of View 5:15pm Songs of Praise 5:50pm Eat Well for Less 6:50pm BBC News 7:05pm Regional News 7:10pm Weather 7:15pm Countryfile 8:15pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:00pm Antiques Roadshow 10:00pm The Last Post 11:00pm BBC News 11:20pm Regional News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 2 12:30am NFL

8:35am Gardeners' World 9:35am Countryfile 10:30am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:00pm Mary Berry's Foolproof Cooking 12:30pm My Life on a Plate 1:15pm MOTD2 Extra 2:00pm Coast 2:20pm Suspicion 4:00pm Northern Italy Unpacked 5:00pm Flog It! 6:00pm H is for Hawk: A New Chapter Natural World 7:00pm Top Gear 8:00pm Colombia with Simon Reeve 9:00pm Robot Wars 10:00pm Louis Theroux 11:00pm Snowfall 11:45pm Mock the Week 12:20am Glory 2:15am Question Time 3:15am Holby City 4:15am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.

8:00pm Only Connect A show in which connections must be made between seemingly unconnected things.

8:30pm University Challenge Cult student quiz show where two rival university teams battle it out to see who has the most superior intellects.

9:00pm Jacqueline Du Pre: A Gift Beyond Words 10:00pm Hamlet From Glyndebourne 12:50am Jacqueline Du Pré Plays Dvorak's Cello Concerto 1:40am Classic Cellists at the BBC 2:40am The Brontes at the BBC 3:40am The Story Of...

7:00am CITV 10:25am ITV News 10:30am Australian Wilderness with Ray Mears 11:00am Peston on Sunday 11:55am Amazing Animal Births 12:25pm Robson Green's Coastal Lives 12:55pm Bigheads 1:55pm ITV News and Weather 2:00pm The X Factor 3:55pm Mr Bean's Holiday 5:35pm Victoria 6:35pm Local News and Weather All the very latest local news and weather.

6:45pm ITV News and Weather 7:00pm Tipping Point 8:00pm The X Factor 10:00pm Your Song 11:00pm ITV News and Weather 11:15pm Peston on Sunday 12:15am Liar

11:00am Guidance 11:30am L.A. Story 11:40am Cheerleaders Steel Rays 12:05pm Ready, Set, Style 12:35pm Third Wheel 12:50pm Take Me Out 1:50pm Harry Hills Alien Fun Capsule 2:25pm Yogi Bear 3:25pm FYI Daily 3:30pm Yogi Bear 4:00pm Corpse Bride 5:05pm FYI Daily 5:10pm Corpse Bride 5:45pm The Haunted Mansion 6:45pm FYI Daily 6:50pm The Haunted Mansion 7:30pm The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 8:30pm FYI Daily 8:35pm The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 11:00pm Family Guy 11:30pm Family Guy 12:00am Family Guy

7:00am 8:40am 9:40am 10:45am 11:45am 12:45pm 1:45pm 2:50pm 2:55pm

4:00pm 6:05pm 8:00pm 10:00pm 11:05pm 12:10am 1:20am 1:25am 2:10am

Lewis Heartbeat Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Murder, She Wrote Murder, She Wrote The Railway Children FYI Daily The Railway Children Classic period drama based on E Nesbit's book about three children whose lives change dramatically after they move from a comfortable townhouse to a small Yorkshire cottage near a railway line.

Columbo Lewis Agatha Christie's Marple The Syndicate Honest Bridget Jones's Diary FYI Daily Bridget Jones's Diary The Knock

SUNDAY TV

7:20am Kevin Can Wait 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm Jamie's Quick and Easy Food 2:00pm The Simpsons 2:55pm The Simpsons 3:20pm Rango 5:20pm The Crystal Maze 6:20pm The Great British Bake Off 7:35pm Channel 4 News 8:00pm Formula 1 8:35pm Formula 1 11:10pm Formula 1 12:15am Child 44 Tom Hardy and Noomi Rapace star in Daniel Espinosa's detective thriller set in 1950s Russia.

2:45am Britain's Ancient Tracks with Tony Robinson

7:00am Milkshake!

9:40am Football on 5 The Championship.

10:30am Football on 5 Goal Rush.

11:00am Great South Run 1:00pm Police Interceptors 2:00pm Police Interceptors 3:00pm Police Interceptors 3:55pm Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls Comedy sequel about the zany private detective who specialises in locating missing pets.

5:35pm Daddy Day Camp 7:15pm Bulletproof Monk 9:05pm Poseidon 10:55pm 5 News The latest news coverage.

11:00pm 2012 2:15am Super Casino Feeling lucky? Get the authentic, heartthumping casino experience every night.

7:00am Rude(Ish) Tube 7:30am Couples Come Dine with Me 8:30am Couples Come Dine with Me 9:30am Hollyoaks Omnibus A chance to catch up with all of the events and developments in Hollyoaks this week.

12:00pm Made in Chelsea 1:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 2:00pm Captain Ron 4:00pm The Goldbergs 4:30pm The Goldbergs 5:00pm The Goldbergs 5:30pm The Goldbergs 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Pitch Perfect 12:15am Naked Attraction 1:15am Tattoo Fixers 2:15am Rude Tube 3:15am Don't Tell the Bride 4:15am Hollyoaks Omnibus

7:00am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 12:30pm 1:45pm

7:00am 7:30am 8:20am 9:20am 10:20am

9:35am Independence Day: Resurgence 11:40am Twister 1:40pm The Day the Earth Stood Still 3:40pm 2012 6:25pm Independence Day 9:00pm Independence Day: Resurgence 11:00pm 2012 1:45am The Bourne Supremacy

7:00am 9:25am 11:15am 1:10pm

7:00am Football 9:25am EFL Goals: Championship 10:00am EFL Goals: League 1 and 2 10:30am The Sunday Supplement 12:00pm EFL Goals: Championship 12:30pm Football 3:15pm La Liga Highlights: Barcelona 3:30pm La Liga Icons 4:00pm La Liga Greatest Games 4:10pm Football Celta Vigo v Atletico Madrid 6:10pm La Liga Highlights: Barcelona 6:25pm Football 8:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 8:40pm Football Real Madrid v Eibar.

10:45pm Live MLS Goal Zone 12:30am La Liga Highlights: Real Madrid 12:45am EFL Goals: Championship

11:55am 12:50pm 1:15pm 1:45pm 2:45pm 2:50pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 5:05pm 6:50pm

9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:05pm 12:05am 1:05am 2:05am 2:10am 3:15am

The Protectors The Avengers The Avengers The Sweeney British Superbike Highlights Cash Cowboys Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Lonely are the Brave FYI Daily Lonely are the Brave Rio Bravo FYI Daily Rio Bravo Hornblower Hornblower sets sail on a dangerous mission to the West Indies.

The Chase: Celebrity Special Last Man Standing FYI Daily Last Man Standing Car Crash Global United 93 FYI Daily United 93 Tommy Cooper

3:10pm

3:25pm 5:20pm 7:10pm 9:00pm 11:00pm 1:00am

10:40am Couples Retreat 1:00pm Year One 2:45pm Did You Hear About the Morgans?

4:35pm Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates 6:20pm Big 8:10pm Did You Hear About the Morgans?

10:00pm Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates 11:45pm Mrs. Brown's Boys D'Movie 1:25am Grimsby

3:00am 4:45am

Fences Monster Trucks Sing Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk: Special Why Him? Monster Trucks Sing Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Why Him? Split Three teenage girls are abducted by a man struggling with dissociative identity disorder.

The Escorts Let Her Out A young woman recovering from an accident finds herself plagued by traumatic visions, hallucinations and blackouts.

4:30pm

8:00pm 8:30pm

11:30pm

2:00am 5:30am

Live PGA Tour Golf Total Goals Total Goals Cricket Football Live Nissan Super Sunday Live Nissan Super Sunday Tottenham Hotspur take on Liverpool at Wembley Stadium in the Premier League.

AJ/Klitschko: Wembley's Greatest Live USA GP: Race The United States Grand Prix from the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.

Live NFL: Sunday Game A match from week seven of the National Football League.

Live NFL: Atlanta @ New England Football

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10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A Matter of Life and Debt 12:45pm Caught Red Handed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Impossible 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Inside Out 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Trouble with Being 100 10:30pm Mrs. Brown's Boys 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Have I Got a Bit More News for You 12:30am The Graham Norton Show

7:30am Rip Off Britain 8:15am A Matter of Life and Debt 9:00am The Big Family Cooking Showdown 10:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live Stay up to date on the day's top stories, with the latest breaking news as it happens.

1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm The Code 2:45pm Restoration Home 3:45pm Family Finders 4:15pm Full Steam Ahead 5:15pm Sea Cities 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Strictly it Takes Two 8:00pm Grenfell Tower: The 21st Floor - BBC Newsnight 8:30pm University Challenge 9:00pm Autumnwatch 2017 10:00pm Elizabeth I's Secret Agents 11:00pm W1A 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather

8:00pm Beyond 100 Days 8:30pm Oak Tree: Nature's Greatest Survivor 10:00pm A Year in an English Garden: Flicker + Pulse 11:00pm The Vietnam War 11:55pm The Vietnam War 12:45am Lost Kingdoms of Central America 1:45am Dan Cruickshank's Adventures in Architecture Historian and writer Dan Cruickshank celebrates architecture as a creative force as he explores the world's greatest cities, buildings and monuments. In the first episode, Cruickshank explores how humanity has created beauty through architecture.

2:45am I Know Who You are 3:55am Who's Afraid of Conceptual Art?

8:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:05am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:05am Frasier 10:35am Frasier 11:05am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:00pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm A New Life in the Sun 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it Fix it Flog it 5:00pm My Kitchen Rules 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Steph and Dom's One Star to Five Star 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm Dispatches 9:30pm Tricks of the Restaurant Trade 10:00pm Feral Families 11:00pm First Dates 12:00am Celebrity Hunted

7:00am Milkshake!

10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away!

1:10pm 5 News 1:15pm The Gadget Show 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm NCIS 4:15pm Dangerous Lessons 6:00pm 5 News National and international news.

6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm MotoGP 9:00pm All New Traffic Cops 10:00pm Paddington Station 24/7 Documentary series going behind the scenes at Paddington, and the Western Network.

11:00pm Hunted and Confronted: Cowboys, Crooks and Chancers 12:00am The Island 2:15am Super Casino

7:00am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm Alphabetical 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Countrywise 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Piers Morgan's Life Stories 11:00pm ITV News and Weather 11:45pm The Best: The FIFA World Football Awards 2017 12:50am Gordon Ramsay on Cocaine 1:40am Jackpot247

7:00am The Cube 7:50am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 8:15am The Great Indoors 9:00am Emmerdale 9:30am Coronation Street 10:30am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am The Great Indoors 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:20pm Emmerdale 1:50pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm Dress to Impress 8:00pm You've Been Framed Gold!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Family Guy 10:30pm American Dad! 11:00pm Timewasters 11:30pm Family Guy 12:00am Family Guy

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Heartbeat 8:55am Wild at Heart 9:50am Judge Judy 10:15am Judge Judy 10:45am Judge Judy 11:15am Inspector Morse 1:35pm Wild at Heart 2:40pm Heartbeat 3:40pm Classic Coronation Street 4:15pm Classic Coronation Street 4:45pm Inspector Morse 7:00pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple 11:05pm Lewis 1:00am Inspector Morse 3:15am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping Innovative, value-formoney products brought directly to you at home.

7:00am 7:05am 7:55am 8:45am 9:10am 9:40am 10:05am 10:35am 11:40am 12:40pm 1:45pm 2:50pm 3:55pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:05pm 7:35pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:10am 12:15am 12:50am 1:50am 1:55am 2:55am 3:45am

8:35am Lawrence of Arabia 12:10pm Captain America: Civil War 2:40pm The Matrix 5:00pm Rocky 7:00pm Lethal Weapon 9:00pm Captain America: Civil War 11:30pm The Matrix 1:50am The Bourne Ultimatum 3:50am Bloodsport

7:00am 7:30am 9:30am 10:00am 11:55am

Snooker v Darts The Chase The Chase Counting Cars Counting Cars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Ironside Quincy, M.E. The Sweeney The Avengers Ironside Quincy, M.E. The Sweeney The Avengers Counting Cars Counting Cars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars River Monsters River Monsters Car Crash Global Out for Justice FYI Daily Out for Justice Hard Target FYI Daily Hard Target Motorsport UK ITV4 Nightscreen

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

1:25pm 3:15pm 5:15pm

5:30pm 7:30pm

8:15am 10:20am 12:00pm 1:40pm 3:40pm 5:30pm 7:00pm 9:00pm 11:00pm 12:45am

1941 Adult Beginners Just Married You Don't Mess with the Zohan Hot Tub Time Machine Hot Shots!

Miss Congeniality You Don't Mess with the Zohan Hot Tub Time Machine Starsky and Hutch

9:00pm 11:00pm 1:00am 2:45am 4:30am

MONDAY TV

Hollyoaks Charmed Charmed Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Goldbergs Stage School The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Extreme Cake Makers The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Made in Chelsea Tattoo Fixers The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 7:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 10:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 11:00am Premier League Daily 12:00pm Sky Sports Daily 1:00pm Live ATP 500: Vienna 7:00pm Live ATP 500: Basel Day one of the Swiss Indoors from Basel.

11:00pm Boxing 11:30pm Sky Sports News Round up of all the day's sports news.

12:00am Through the Night 1:00am Through the Night 2:00am NFL Masterclass 2:15am Live NFL: Washington @ Philadelphia

Moana: Special Why Him? Blade Runner 2049 Sing Louis and Luca: The Big Cheese Race Monster Trucks Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk: Special Sing Louis and Luca: The Big Cheese Race Why Him? Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk The Escorts My Father Die Let Her Out A young woman recovering from an accident finds herself plagued by traumatic visions, hallucinations and blackouts.

12:15pm La Liga Highlights: Barcelona 12:30pm Football 2:35pm Football Years 3:00pm Football 5:05pm Football's Greatest Teams 5:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 5:45pm La Liga Greatest Games 6:00pm Football Years 6:30pm Football Countdowns 7:00pm Soccer A.M. 7:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 7:45pm La Liga Greatest Games 8:00pm Football Years 8:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 8:40pm Football 10:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 11:00pm SPFL Round Up 2017/18 11:15pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 11:30pm Soccer A.M. 12:00am The Best La Liga Goals 2016/17

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TUESDAY TV

7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A Matter of Life and Debt 12:45pm Caught Red Handed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News All the latest local news.

2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Impossible 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Holby City 10:00pm Our Girl 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Valley Cops 12:30am Double Mastectomy Twins 1:00am Weather for the Week Ahead

7:00am Real Lives Reunited 7:30am Money for Nothing 8:15am A Matter of Life and Debt 9:00am Billion Dollar Deals and How They Changed Your World 10:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm The Code 2:45pm Restoration Home 3:45pm Family Finders 4:15pm The World's Busiest Railway 5:15pm Sea Cities 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Strictly it Takes Two 8:00pm Further Back in Time for Dinner 9:00pm Autumnwatch 2017 10:00pm This World 11:00pm Later Live... with Jools Holland 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Elizabeth I's Secret Agents 1:15am NFL 2:05am The Apprentice 3:05am Russia with Simon Reeve

8:00pm Beyond 100 Days The latest national and international news, exploring the day's events from a global perspective.

8:30pm The Gardeners of Kabul 9:00pm Handmade: Glass 9:30pm Handmade on the Silk Road 10:00pm Retreat: Meditations From a Monastery 11:00pm Genius of the Ancient World 12:00am The Art of Fly Fishing 1:00am All Aboard! The Country Bus 3:00am I Know Who You are 4:10am The Gardeners of Kabul Five hundred years ago, the Emperor Babur laid out beautiful gardens in the city of Kabul, now the capital of Afghanistan.

7:20am King of Queens 8:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:05am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:05am Frasier 10:35am Frasier 11:05am Ramsay's Hotel Hell 12:00pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm A New Life in the Sun 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it Fix it Flog it 5:00pm My Kitchen Rules 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Steph and Dom's One Star to Five Star 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm The Great British Bake Off 10:15pm Celebrity Hunted 11:15pm The End of the f****Ing World 11:45pm Gogglebox 12:45am How to Get a Council House

7:00am Milkshake!

10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away!

1:10pm 5 News 1:15pm The Hotel Inspector Returns 2:10pm Access 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:20pm NCIS 4:20pm Abducted: The Jocelyn Shaker Story 6:00pm 5 News 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm Tony Robinson: Coast to Coast 9:00pm The Yorkshire Vet 10:00pm Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild 11:00pm When Celebrity Goes Horribly Wrong 2:00am Super Casino 4:10am GPs: Behind Closed Doors 5:00am Criminals Caught on Camera 5:25am Criminals Caught on Camera 5:45am House Doctor

7:00am 7:30am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm

Hollyoaks Hollyoaks Charmed Charmed Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Goldbergs Stage School The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Extreme Cake Makers The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Die Hard 2 The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Rude Tube

7:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 7:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 10:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 11:00am Premier League Daily 12:00pm Sky Sports Daily 12:30pm Sportswomen 1:00pm Sky Sports Today 2:00pm Sky Sports Today 3:00pm Live ATP 500: Basel 8:30pm Football 11:00pm Boxing 11:30pm Sky Sports News 12:00am Through the Night 1:00am Through the Night 2:00am Live WWE Late Night Smackdown 4:00am Through the Night A comprehensive review of all the night's football news, plus a look ahead to the morning headlines.

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm Alphabetical 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Save Money 9:30pm Call the Cleaners 10:00pm The 18-30 Stone Holiday 11:00pm ITV News 11:40pm After the News 12:15am Lethal Weapon US drama series based on the film franchise.

1:05am Jackpot247 Join the presenters live and play roulette on your telly.

4:00am Loose Women 4:40am Nightscreen

7:00am The Cube 7:50am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 8:15am The Great Indoors 8:40am The Great Indoors 9:00am Emmerdale 9:30am Coronation Street 10:30am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am The Great Indoors 11:50am The Great Indoors 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:20pm Emmerdale 1:50pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm Dress to Impress 8:00pm You've Been Framed Gold!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm The 40 Year Old Virgin 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm The 40 Year Old Virgin 12:25am Family Guy

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:50am Heartbeat 8:50am Wild at Heart 9:50am Judge Judy 10:15am Judge Judy 10:45am Judge Judy 11:10am Inspector Morse 1:30pm Wild at Heart 2:35pm Heartbeat 3:40pm Classic Coronation Street 4:15pm Classic Coronation Street 4:45pm Inspector Morse 7:00pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:05pm Lewis 1:00am Inspector Morse Police drama series featuring Colin Dexter's enigmatic chief inspector and his sidekick Sergeant Lewis.

3:10am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping

7:00am Nijinsky's Triple Crown 7:05am The Chase 7:55am The Chase 8:45am Counting Cars 9:10am Counting Cars 9:35am Pawn Stars 10:05am Pawn Stars 10:35am Ironside 11:35am Quincy, M.E. 12:40pm The Sweeney 1:45pm The Avengers 2:50pm Ironside 3:55pm Quincy, M.E. 5:00pm The Sweeney 6:00pm The Avengers 7:05pm Counting Cars 7:35pm Counting Cars 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm World Superbike Highlights 2017 10:00pm Benidorm 11:00pm Car Crash Global 12:00am Driven to Kill 1:00am FYI Daily 1:05am Driven to Kill 2:05am Renegades 3:05am FYI Daily 3:10am Renegades 4:00am Teleshopping

11:55am Jack Reacher: Never Go Back 1:55pm The Matrix Reloaded 4:15pm Spider-Man 3 6:40pm The Mask of Zorro 9:00pm Jack Reacher: Never Go Back 11:00pm The Matrix Reloaded 1:20am Deadly Departure 3:05am Drop Zone

7:00am Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Special Sky Movies takes a behind-the-scenes look at the latest trip into JK Rowling's wizarding world.

7:30am Why Him? 9:35am Louis and Luca: The Big Cheese Race 11:05am Sing 1:10pm One Last Score 3:05pm Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk 5:15pm Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk: Special 5:30pm Louis and Luca: The Big Cheese Race 7:00pm Sing 9:00pm Why Him? 11:00pm One Last Score 12:50am Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk 2:55am My Father Die 4:45am Let Her Out A young woman recovering from an accident finds herself plagued by traumatic visions.

1:05pm La Liga Greatest Games 1:15pm SPFL Round Up 2017/18 1:30pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 1:45pm MLS Round Up Show 2:15pm Soccer A.M. 2:45pm EFL Greatest Games 3:00pm MLS Greatest Games 4:00pm Football's Greatest 4:30pm Football's Greatest Teams 5:00pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 5:30pm La Liga Greatest Games 6:00pm Football Years 6:30pm Football Countdowns 7:00pm SPFL Round Up 2017/18 7:15pm Scottish Cup Greatest Games 7:30pm MLS Round Up Show 8:00pm EFL Derbies: Second City 8:30pm Football 11:00pm Revista de la Liga 11:30pm La Liga World 12:00am EFL Derbies: Second City 12:30am Carabao Cup Highlights

8:15am 10:00am 11:40am 1:30pm 3:40pm 5:25pm 7:00pm 9:00pm 11:15pm 1:00am 2:45am 4:30am

Mr. Right Date and Switch Three Amigos!

Bridget Jones's Baby Little Man Hot Shots! Part Deux Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous Bridget Jones's Baby Little Man Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story The Joshua Tree 5 to 7

1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 12:25am 12:55am 1:25am

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WEDNESDAY TV

7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm A Matter of Life and Debt 12:45pm Caught Red Handed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Impossible 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 9:00pm Eat Well for Less 10:00pm The Apprentice 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm A Question of Sport 12:15am The Ganges with Sue Perkins 1:15am Weather for the Week Ahead 1:20am BBC News

7:00am Real Lives Reunited 7:30am Money for Nothing 8:15am A Matter of Life and Debt 9:00am Great British Menu 10:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 12:30pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm The Code 2:45pm Restoration Home 3:45pm Family Finders 4:15pm The World's Busiest Railway 5:15pm Sea Cities 6:15pm Flog It! Antiques show which helps amateur auctioneers, collectors and bargain-hunters make a saving.

7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Strictly it Takes Two 8:00pm Further Back in Time for Dinner 9:00pm Autumnwatch 2017 10:00pm Army: Behind the New Frontlines 11:00pm The Apprentice: You're Fired!

11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Louis Theroux

8:00pm Beyond 100 Days The latest national and international news, exploring the day's events from a global perspective. series 1.

8:30pm Great Continental Railway JourneysMichael Portillo sets off with his 1913 guide down the spine of Italy from Rome to Sicily.

9:00pm Handmade: Wood 9:30pm Handmade on the Silk Road 10:00pm Retreat: Meditations From a Monastery 11:00pm Genius of the Ancient World Series in which historian Bettany Hughes investigates three giants of ancient philosophy.

12:00am All Aboard! The Canal Trip 2:00am Virtuoso Violinists at the BBC 3:40am I Know Who You are

7:20am King of Queens 8:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:05am Frasier 11:05am Ramsay's Hotel Hell 12:00pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News Includes weather and sport.

1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm A New Life in the Sun 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it Fix it Flog it 5:00pm My Kitchen Rules 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Steph and Dom's One Star to Five Star 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:55pm SU2C 9:00pm Ugly House to Lovely House with George Clarke 10:00pm Grand Designs 11:00pm Man Down 11:30pm Feral Families 12:30am Educating Greater Manchester 1:25am Pokerstars Championship

7:00am Milkshake!

10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away!

1:10pm 5 News 1:15pm The Hotel Inspector Returns 2:10pm Access 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:20pm NCIS 4:20pm The Good Witch's Destiny 6:00pm 5 News 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm Britain by Bike with Larry and George Lamb 9:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors 10:00pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 11:00pm Where There's Blame, There's a Claim 11:35pm Football on 5 The Carabao Cup. 1:05am Traffic Cops 2:00am Super Casino 4:10am The Yorkshire Vet

7:00am 7:30am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm

Hollyoaks Hollyoaks Charmed Charmed Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy How I Met Your Mother New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Goldbergs Stage School The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Extreme Cake Makers The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Don't Tell the Bride First Dates Abroad The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 7:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 8:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:30am Good Morning Sports Fans 10:00am Cricket India v New Zealand.

5:00pm Live ATP 500: Basel Day three of the Swiss Indoors in Basel.

8:30pm Football Tottenham Hotspur v West Ham United.

11:00pm Boxing 11:30pm Sky Sports News at Ten Round up of all the day's sports news.

12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 2:00am Sky Sports News 3:00am Sky Sports News 4:00am Sky Sports News 5:00am Live WGC - HSBC Champions

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9:00pm Foyle's War 11:10pm Lewis 1:00am Inspector Morse 3:15am ITV3 Nightscreen Text-based information service.

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During at least one part of your week the glamorous Sun comes out to shine, and together with the new Moon in realistic Capricorn, sweeps across your working, home and social life. Go-getters will definitely benefit from whatever moves are afoot.

He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life” Muhammad Ali, former professional Boxer

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PISCES (February 20 - March 20)

Antanagoge - places a criticism and compliment together to lessen the impact - The car is not pretty but it runs great.

‘ THAT’S A DISGUSTING SPELL FOR HALLOWEEN - NEXT SPELL THE NAME OF THE CREEPIEST MAN YOU BOTH MET IN HOLLYWOOD ’

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Wine growing regions of Spain SPAIN is now one of the largest wine producers in the world. With vineyards across the country stretching over a million acres, Spain has a large variety of wines to choose from, all coming from a vast array of areas. This week, we look at some of the country’s best wine growing regions.

• Rioja Undoubtedly Spain’s most famous wine growing region, Rioja is famous for its red wine, but also do produce some fantastic white wines. The wines are made using the Tempranillo grape variety and are usually blended with another grape to give a lovely, smooth, easy-drinking wine.

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• Prioriat Prioriat is famous for its

steep vineyards, which are built predominately on the mountains and hills of the region.

The sunny, warm climate of the region is perfect for growing the Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, also known as Shiraz, grapes and produces some of the richest wines around.

• Yecla One of Spain’s smallest wine regions, Yecla provides the perfect climate for a number of red grapes. Grapes such as the Cabernet Sauvignon and the Monastrell thrive in the region, as do the bodegas, with some known to be roughly 100 years old.

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RED WINE: Rioja is Spain’s most famous wine growing region.

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Be ready for a refreshing cycle of possibilities, as the Sun is in charge of your short and long-term aspirations.

Regardless of what is happening in the background, or whatever thankless tasks niggle you on Wednesday and Friday, your efforts will reward you at work, or wherever you need to improve your situation. Meanwhile, watch your diet.

• Valencia One of Spain’s oldest wine growing regions, Valencia is renowned for producing world-famous grapes, including the Moscato.

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Trust your instincts about those who chop and change. Chill out on Tuesday, and start planning next year's ideas - with the Sun making friendly aspects with determined Saturn, you should be concentrating on promoting all you have to offer.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20)

Duero receives very little rainfall. The long summers mean that the grapes grown in the region are almost all red, with one exception, the Albillo.

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If you cannot avoid conflicting opinions or certain odds and ends, accept them and show just how tactful you can be. You might not hold a winning hand, but at one point you'll be able to teach as well as learn. In your head-to-head discussions, leave things as they are until the signs are right.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) Even if you've been feeling out of sorts or confused about a certain person or your future, it won't be long before you get a clearer picture. All things change eventually, so don't apply any unnecessary pressure to yourself or others. You'll be surprised at how much better you feel, especially if you're expecting a gleam of hope.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Considering some of the things that are about to happen, you'll be wise to follow your feelings.

Your ability to analyse and understand other people is one of your supreme assets. The links between your job, personal and family lives suggest that you need to be a jot more flexible.

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Regardless of the weather or other mixed blessings, you should try and get off the grindstone.

Although the emphasis seems to be on home, family and practical property tasks, you'll be running true to Libran form, trying to help everyone around you.

Don't forget that the planets are positively geared towards fresh steps and new projects.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Your workaday, family and financial trends offer little respite from ironing out a variety of comings and goings. This is partly because not everyone is being co-operative, but it would be a big mistake to rock any boats close to you.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) If you're single, get out and about, and if you're job hunting or working towards a particular result, stay on course. This is definitely a phase to follow your instincts. With the spotlight on your social, home and selfmotivated activities, you could be in for some unexpected surprises.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Your ambitious streak will be in full flow. Stay glued to what you do best, and it will be much easier to get others on your side.

The new Moon in Capricorn will heighten your chances of making the right contacts or receiving some useful advice. If you're tempted to buy home-related items or useful gadgets, budget with care.

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Across 1 Drinks provided for men on board (8) 5 Shows cut after repair, initially (4) 9 Brave group from Mount Ribense (5) 10 Shove canal boat (5) 12 Trees manage to conceal skinhead (5) 13 A pair in a Tokyo kebab shop (4) 15 Possibly making Andrew stray (6) 18 Handwriting learnt by actors (6) 20 Island able to turn (4) 23 Start of a game of tennis, wait (5) 24 Vessel seen in Zambia or Tanzania (5) 27 Cleaned out horrible stink (5) 28 Breeding place discovered in Lone Star State (4) 29 Passionate animal doctor embraces he-men (8)

7 Birds talk wildly to Poles (6) 8 Choose to put detectives in river (6) 11 Saigon is without sin in the past (3) 14 Trek less organised for birds of prey (8) 16 Catch a ring-leader taking a break (6)

Code Breaker

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION FACING PAGE

17 Singer out to leave work (6) 19 Fish to come first, second or third, say (6) 21 Part of the arbitration process (3) 22 Start looking after the machine (5) 25 Right time for anger (4) 26 Help needed in a punt (4)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 3 represents T and 6 represents J, so fill in T every time the figure 3 appears and J every time the figure 6 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.

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Cryptic

Down 1 Will, from the rear, looks dowdy (4) 2 A farmer starts off in the distance (4) 3 Stage is redesigned for The Doors (5) 4 A mix-up between the IRA and ITV is frivolous (6) 6 Type of punishment for NCO (8)

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Across 1 Lets fall to the ground (5) 3 Colouring sticks (7) 6 Dreamlike (7) 8 Small drum (5) 10 Small songbird with a reddish breast (5) 11 Eight-sided polygon (7) 14 Cream-filled pastry (6) 15 Inclined beam supporting a roof (6) 17 Court-ordered support paid by one spouse to another after they are separated (7) 20 Aims (5) 21 Composition for nine performers (5) 22 Very old (7) 23 Longest river in Ireland (7) 24 Get the better of (5)

English - Spanish

Across 1 Falda (prenda) (5) 3 Cuellos (5) 6 Huevo (3) 8 Arco iris (7) 9 En alguna parte (9) 12 Our (7)

Down 1 Entitled to by merit (7) 2 Severe (5) 3 Large stringed instrument (5) 4 Person in charge of an abbey (5) 5 Eating utensil (5) 7 Uprising (9) 9 Bad dream (9) 12 Edible freshwater fish (4) 13 Metallic element (4) 16 Italian rice dish (7) 17 Sisters of your father or mother (5) 18 Frequently (5) 19 Desire strongly or persistently (5) 20 Nocturnal lizard (5) The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.

13 Final (de ceremonia, vida, aventura, guerra) (3) 14 Herramientas (5) 15 Rhythm (5) Down 1 Semilla (4)

2 Storms (9) 3 Vecino (9) 4 Coward (7) 5 Sierras (herramientas) (4) 7 Rude (discourteous) (7) 10 Nudo (en hilo, cuerda) (4) 11 Hatred (4)

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The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 six-letter words into the 19 cells. The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (LEGACY) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.

ARRIVE CARTEL CITRON DUELER EYELET FLETCH GLYCOL LATTER LEGACY (10) MULISH PANDER PLUNGE POUNCE PRAYER RECESS REPAIR REPEAL SPLASH TREBLE

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Grassy 2 Saline 3 Arrear 4 Imbibe 5 Crease 6 Teeter 7 Feeble 8 Decree 9 Indeed 10 Freest 11 Corset 12 Detent 13 Stated 14 Petite 15 Testes 16 Strand 17 Center 18 Teasel 19 Ingest.

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Boggled How many English words can you find in the Boggled grid, according to the following rules?

• The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’.

They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally.

• Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms.

• No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice.

• No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.

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How many English words of four letters or more can you make from the nine letters in our Nonagram puzzle? Each letter may be used only once (unless the letter appears twice). Each word MUST CONTAIN THE CENTRE LETTER (in this case L) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.

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

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

TARGET: • Average: 18 • Good: 25

• Very good: 36 • Excellent: 46

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SCORING:

• Average: 9 • Good: 13 • Very good: 19 • Excellent: 24

4 letters: 1 point 7 letters: 5 points 5 letters: 2 points 8 or more letters: 6 letters: 3 points 11 points LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION feel feels fees foes foal folio else eels lees lens halo haloes halos aioli aloe aloes alit ahoy oafs olio ousel seen sofa soli shoe shoal shun shiv shone shoo shoot shorn suit suitor snoot loaf loafs lose louse lion lions hoes hoax hose house hues hone hones hoot horn horny unshorn nous noil noir worn voila ivory ions iron irons irony ones onus mouse tiro toil toon tori torn oohs riot rouse roil root noun nouns none nones

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION bent bite bunt debt dent diet dint duet edit gent tend tide tied tine ting tube tune tung unit bidet debit debut tined tinge tubed tuned unite untie budget bunted indebt nugget tinged tubing tugged united untied BUDGETING

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS

ENGLISH-SPANISH Across:

1 Tapete, 4 Beer, 8 Reina, 9 Aviso, 10 Calabacin, 14 Cheek, 15 Boina, 16 Ojal, 17 Agosto.

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1 Turn, 2 Primavera, 3/15 Tea bag, 5 Edificios, 6 Roof, 7 Vaca, 11 Asks, 12 Ocio, 13 Mano.

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Across:

Across:

1 Teems, 4 Braised, 8 Rollers, 9 Dogma, 10 Hostages, 11 Drop, 13 Austin, 14 Stolen, 17 Pack, 19 Irritant, 22 Cuppa, 23 Mae West, 24 Singles, 25 Paste.

1 Roots, 3 Smudges, 6 Latrine, 8 Cocoa, 10 Agree, 11 Elegant, 14 Edible, 15 Stalls, 17 Moisten, 20 Sonic, 21 Judge, 22 College, 23 Referee, 24 Texas.

Down:

Down:

1 Torch, 2 Enlists, 3 Scenario, 4 Busted, 5 Aida, 6 Sugar, 7 Deadpan, 12 Strike up, 13 Aspects, 15 Leaders, 16 Tramps, 18 Capon, 20 Tithe, 21 Ball.

1 Release, 2 Seize, 3 Sieve, 4 Uncle, 5 Scant, 7 Terrified, 9 Challenge, 12 Less, 13 Mere, 16 Success, 17 Major, 18 Their, 19 Niche, 20 Split.

App of the week Physics Drop This game is not only addictive, but it is educational too. The aim of the game is to draw as many lines, or polygons, as needed to gradually make the red ball fall into the U. The game is more difficult than expected as both the ball and the lines react to the law of gravity.

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BIRTHDAYS

THE wizarding world of Harry Potter returns this month with Harry Potter: A History of Magic.

The book is a collaboration between Bloomsbury, J K Rowling and the British Library and promises to take readers on a journey through a host of wizarding wonders, including the subjects studied at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, from Alchemy and Potions classes through to Herbology and Care of Magical Creatures.

The book is the first of two new Harry Potter books to be released in 2017, with Harry Potter: A Journey Through the History of Magic being released later in the year.

Each chapter showcases a mixture of artefacts from the British Library and other collections around the world, beside exclusive manuscripts, sketches and illustrations from the Harry Potter archive.

Readers will be able to read up on ancient spell books, amazing illuminated scrolls that reveal the secret of the Elixir of Life, vials of dragon’s blood, mandrake roots, painted centaurs and a genuine witch’s broomstick.

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1797 - First parachute jump Was made by Andre-Jacques Garnerin from a hydrogen balloon 3,200 feet above Paris.

1805 - Battle of Trafalgar On October 21, 1805, British admiral Horatio Nelson defeated the combined French and Spanish fleets off the coast of Spain in the Battle of Trafalgar. Nelson, who was shot and killed in the battle, ensured that Napoleon would never invade Britain 1881 - Pablo Picasso born Born in Malaga, Picasso is one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

1959 - The Guggenheim Museum opens in New York City Located on New York’s Museum Mile, the Guggenheim is one of the city’s most popular attractions.

1962 – President Kennedy announces blockade of Cuba during Missile Crisis President John F Kennedy announced that the Soviet Union had placed nuclear weapons in Cuba and established a blockade around the island to prevent any other offensive weapons from entering.

2014 - Olympian Oscar Pistorius receives 5 years in prison South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius was found guilty of culpable homicide of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

This week in history

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• John le Carré, Author, October 19, 86 David John Moore Cornwell, writing under his pen name is one of the leading authors in spy fiction having sold millions of books, with many being filmed. Married twice, he has four sons.

• Danny Boyle, Director, October 20, 61 After starting as a stage director, he moved into films and his disturbing and slightly surreal Trainspotting made him an international name. Since then he has won an Oscar for Slumdog Millionaire

and was asked to produce the opening and • Arsene Wenger, Football Manager, closing ceremonies for the 2012 London October 22, 68 Olympic Games.

After playing as an amateur in France, he became a manager and with AS Monaco • Blanca Suárez, Actress, October 21, 29 won a league title and the This Madrid-born actress Coupe de France. After a found initial fame with two short period in Japan he popular TV programmes The joined Arsenal in 1996 and despite some criticism is now Intern and Boat but gained international exposure in two the club’s longest serving and Pedro Almodovar films. She most successful manager.

Blanca Suárez.

Beatrice Edney, Actress, continues to act and was also the brand ambassador for October 23, 55 lingerie company Intimissimi.

Beatie Edney as she is better known is the

Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3X3 box contains the digits 1-9. There’s no maths involved. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.

daughter of actress Sylvia Syms and has worked regularly on stage, TV and in cinema. She was the original heroine in Highlander and returned 14 years later in a sequel. Currently she is best known as Prudie in the Poldark TV series.

• Wayne Rooney, Footballer, October 24, 32 One of the Premier League’s most successful modern footballers, the former England captain has returned to his original team Everton in home town Liverpool after being released by Jose Mourinho.

Word Ladder DUST

COPS BACK

Move from the start word (DUST) to the end word (COPS) in the same number of steps as there are rungs on the Word Ladder. You must only change one letter at a time.

Solution DUST MUST MOST MOSS MOPS COPS

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Shot Caller 2017 Director: Ric Roman Waugh Starring: Jon Bernthal, Nikolaj CosterWaldau, Lake Bell AFTER happily married businessman Jacob Harlon accidentally commits a crime, he is sentenced to prison and must quickly adapt to the ways of prison life.

While incarcerated, Jacob gets involved with a gang and transforms himself into Money, a vicious prison gangster who all-but loses his previous identity and struggles when remembering his former life, including his wife and son.

When Money is released, he is forced by the leaders of his gang to orchestrate a major crime with a brutal rival gang in southern California; otherwise the family he left behind may suffer the consequences.

Trivia Fact Only female mosquitoes will bite you.

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Saving history

THIS year’s annual Act of Remembrance will take place at the Gibraltar War Memorial in the National Arboretum in Staffordshire next Wednesday. The site houses large numbers of memorials dedicated to a range of those who have been involved in war and honours the fallen and their sacrifices.

Youth Club

FOLLOWING the demolition of Lathbury Barracks an archaeological survey of Second World War remains is being carried out. Prior to the construction of new sporting facilities in the area, details of scientists’ findings will be recorded for future reference.

PLANS to demolish the Laguna Estate Youth Club building have caused concern for local residents who believe it fulfils a vital role. Large numbers of local children regularly attend meetings and also enjoy organised trips outside of Gibraltar.

No alternative accommodation appears to have been offered.

Smokescreen

Princess Anne visits Gibraltar House

A SPEAKER at the recent international symposium held on the Rock said that the Spanish government had used Gibraltar as a smokescreen in order to try to draw attention away from the situation in Cataluña.

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HRH The Princess Royal accepted an invitation to attend a reception at Gibraltar House in London last Monday.

She was invited in her role as patron of the Gibunco Literary Festival which runs from November 16 to 19 and indicated that she believed that Gibraltar was an ideal place for a festival promoting understanding and hoped to visit the Rock shortly.

Chief Minister Fabian Picardo thanked her for her support and said that he believed that the patronage of Princess Anne was a powerful endorsement for Gibraltar, its aspirations and its people.

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A GROUP of 12 local students has travelled to Brussels as part of the Gibraltar in Europe scheme where they are due to meet with MEPs as well as representatives of the European Commission and Parliament.

Police review THE Gibraltar Defence Police is to be restructured following a Ministry of Defence review. Whilst the changes may take up to a year to implement, no losses amongst the 72-strong force are expected.

Bids wanted The Princess Royal receiving her gift from Chief Minister Picardo.

Mr Picardo presented Princess Anne with a glass

model of the Rock whilst Governor Davis unveiled a

THE rapidly deteriorating old Queen’s Cinema and Hotel site close to Trafalgar Cemetery needs to be redeveloped and the government is currently inviting expressions of interest. Any plan which shows mixed use of possibly another hotel and apartments with commercial properties with car parking will be welcomed.

plaque in honour of her visit.

AFTER the terrible scenes of fire at Grenfell Estate in London, a routine exercise assumed greater importance as the Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service conducted a fire training exercise.

The exercise consisted of firefighters conducting a full scale rescue simulation from one of the upper floors within a government owned block of flats using artificial non-toxic smoke and fire hoses.

As this was being held in a building managed by the Housing Department, their officers and those from the Housing Works Agency attended together with observers from the Royal Gibraltar Police.

The exercise was considered to be a success and all parties were in a position to review procedures and policies with regards to fire safety in buildings.

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Important lessons learnt in training

Zombie alert A FEW days before Halloween will see the start of the Zombie Apocalypse in Gibraltar. This popular event which gets underway at 6.30pm will see the usual band of walking dead hunting their prey around the Rock.

Indian link THERE is to be a memorandum of understanding signed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India and the Gibraltar Finance Services Commission in order to promote mutual co-operation and understanding between the two organisations.

Firefighters at the scene of the exercise.

One immediate observation supported the oft expressed government view that it is imperative that corridors and

access areas must be left clear to allow access for firefighters and egress for residents in the event of an emergency.

Power plant THE minister with responsibility for Energy, Prof John Cortes made a formal visit to the site of the new power station and Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) plant. Work is proceeding to plan and additional material including LNG tanks are expected in the coming months.

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#Breast cancer: How your mind can help your body EACH year 185, 000 women in this country learn that they have breast cancer. The resulting emotional turmoil often affects the woman’s physical health as well as her psychological well-being.

In this article we will deal with the psychosocial impact of cancer and offer advice on how to adapt to the disease as well as support for coping with it.

1. Diagnosis The experience of cancer is different for every patient and every family. One of the most common emotional reactions when a diagnosis of breast cancer is made is denial.

Sadness is a typical reaction in women diagnosed with breast cancer and can often be accompanied by frequent crying and feelings of confusion.

If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, the Oncology team at HC Marbella International Hospital would like to make a few suggestions to get you through this period: • Give yourself time to get used to the diagnosis.

• Ask the doctor for the information you need • Surround yourself with loved ones • Express how you feel • Remember that treatments are becoming less toxic and more effective • Remember that the cancer survival rates continue to rise.

2. Treatment The anguish usually continues even after the initial impact of the diagnosis has passed. As women begin what is often a long treatment process, they can face new problems.

These negative emotions may cause women to adopt habits which are not good for the health of any person, but which are especially worrying in those who have a serious illness.

Here are some of our Oncology Unit’s recommendations to support you through this period: • Although becoming less and less common, if you have undergone a mastectomy, ask to have breast reconstruction.

• Psychologists and other mental health

BREAST CANCER: Supporting each other. professionals with experience in the treatment of breast cancer provide great support. As part of their role the Complementary Medicine Unit at HC Marbella provides patients with psychological care.

• A family who are flexible and pull together, and who maintain open and honest communication, generally adjust better to the reality of the disease.

3. Later on When treatment is completed, many believe that the woman must feel happy. While this is true for many women, others describe a perceived threat to their lives that can persist for a long time. In short, while some women go through a devastating experience with cancer, others are quick to describe it as something that has helped them to enjoy and appreciate the little things in life.

Some suggestions to help you through this period: • Try to focus on the here and now • Exercise • Reintroduce routine activities little by little, but never before physical and psychological recovery and never forget to cry in moments of sadness as the tear that weighs more is the one not cried; remember to fight when feeling strong.

Come and see us about you or your loved one’s case. In Spain, our Oncologists and Specialist Consultants are leaders in their field, and recognised throughout Europe.

They work in multidisciplinary committees with the aim of obtaining the best results for you.

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Stands include a variety of therapists, readers, healers’ products, taster body treatments reflexology face and body massages.

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Cudeca Golden Oldies Association and Adintre, a charity for the homeless, will be represented. “It is all there for you over the weekend under one roof, how does it get any better than that?” says organiser Jacinta. We look forward to seeing you there at this exciting, uplifting and inspiring festival. An entrance fee of €10 entitles you to all talks and demonstrations throughout the day. Free parking around the hotel.

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THE dictionary definition of chronic pain is ‘any pain that lasts longer than 12 weeks.’

For many of my patients, by the t i m e t h e y se e me , they ha v e se e n n u m e ro u s therapists, tried many medications and had surgeries, with varying degrees of success.

And those weeks have become months or years.

Is chronic pain different?

Yes. How you think pain happens: 1. There is a problem in a muscle, joint, bone, ligament, organ. . . some form of tissue in the body.

2. This sends a message through the nerves that there is pain 3. We feel pain Except that actually pain is a LOT more complicated than that.

Prof Lorimer Moseley, a physiotherapist / neuroscientist who does pain research in Australia explains it far better than I can, so if you want to understand the me-

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that pathway, eventually the pathway is going to have to get bigger to accommodate it.

So the pathway is widened.

www.thebodyworksclinic.com chanics better I suggest watching one (or 10!) of his video lectures (I have several on my blog!).

Now the important part for chronic pain sufferers is this: Once a pain ‘pathway’ or route is created in the brain it becomes easier to use.

Think of a neural pathway that would lead to a pain experience as a dirt road. If you get a lot of traffic along

Patients with chronic pain feel more pain from less stimulation.

Then it gets paved Then the pathway becomes a motorway . . . .

The more that pathway is used the faster and easier the pain experience happens.

What does this mean for me and my pain?

It means that patients with chronic pain do, genuinely, feel more pain from less stimulation. And this means certain treatments aren’t applicable. Patients with chronic pain are more sensitive.

It means a proper, physical assessment is hugely important - when you have chronic pain these pain signals get confused and cover a wider area - so you get more pain, more easily, over a wider area.

It means we need to help teach your body to stop protecting something that doesn’t need protecting anymore (that’s what pain is - a protection signal!).

For more information on treating chronic pain (and parts 2 and 3 of this article!) check out our website www.TheBodyworksClinic.com, our Facebook page Bodyworks Health Clinic or call us on 952 883 151 JUST when you thought avocadoes couldn’t increase in popularity - they’ve become one of the biggest global food trends in the past few years - a Spanish company has now launched a ‘low-fat’ version of the creamy green fruit.

Isla Bonita, the fruit and vegetable innovators who are behind this product, claim that

Holy guacamole the new ‘light’ avocado contains 30 per cent less fat than normal avocados. Allegedly, they also ripen faster and turn brown slower than the normal type. It’s also supposed to taste juicier.

While avocados are incredi-

bly good for you - the fruit is packed with dietary fibre, magnesium, vitamin E and potassium - they are also high in fat.

This prompted Isla Bonita to create this new type of avocado, which is also bound to be

popular among the impatient types who hate having to wait for their creamy fruits to ripen.

However, when consumed in moderation, normal avocados are still incredibly good for you as the fat they contain is actually ‘good’ fats that help lower cholesterol and improve heart health. They also contain more potassium than bananas and are high in antioxidants.

Dieticians recommend that you consume half an avocado at most per day because the fat content is so high. This would make the new ‘low-fat’ avocado a game changer as unpeeled avocados usually turn brown by the next day so it often seems like a waste if you only eat half.

Avocados can be substituted into meals in a variety of ways to make them healthier. They make a tasty alternative to mayonnaise in sandwiches or in salads.

You can even swap butter for avocados when baking.

This immediately substitutes all the bad saturated fat with good monounsaturated fat.

Just take care that you adjust some of the other ingredients so the bake comes out moist enough.

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THIS week we’ve asked the doctor about hip pain, a common problem for many especially as the colder months descend.

What are the most common causes of hip pain?

There are many things which can cause hip pain.

The most common is osteoarthritis of the hip, when the components of the joints like bones and tendons degenerate over time. Other common causes are infections or injuries.

Many elderly people seem to suffer from hip pain. Is it something which we will all suffer in the end, in other words, is there no way to avoid it?

Over time deterioration of the hips is inevitable and osteoarthritis is bound to appear. This appearance can, however, be delayed or the severity reduced with certain rehabilitation exercises and by avoiding being overweight and following a balanced diet.

How can hip pain be cured, is there any medication?

Pain-killers, anti-inflammatory medication and muscle relaxers can be used to help keep the pain under control. Physiotherapy is also vital to help control the symptoms.

Are there any specific exercises to help prevent or improve the pain?

There are different exercise routines which can help to control the pain and stop it from progressing. Yoga and pilates exercises and certain exercises in the swimming pool, especially low impact ones, can help a lot.

Will surgery be necessary in the end?

Sometimes and with the pass of time the damage produced is so severe and causes so many symptoms, especially pain and mobility limitations, that surgical intervention is required. This often consists of implanting a prosthesis.

If you have any questions for Dr Perez Belmonte, please send them to: jefemedico@helicopterossanitarios.com

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A young man who is happy with horror Parsons

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A 13-YEAR-OLD who was spotted in a Stagecoach production of Shrek has just returned from the Sitges Film Festival after the launch of his Virtual Reality (VR) screen debut Spike Parsons who plays rugby in Sotogrande and goes to school in Estepona was invited to Madrid to audition for a part in a brand new horror series Campfire Creepers based on the old style horror movies such as Tales from the Crypt where a central narrative leads to different horror vignettes.

Spike was cast as the narrator for the first of a 22-part series where he appeared with the legend Robert Englund (Freddie Krueger from the Nightmare on Elm Street) and a showing of Skull of Sam ran each day in the special Virtual Reality

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Spike Parsons with Susan Sarandon in Sitges.

The cast and director with spike being ‘throttled’ by Robert Englund. room.

This film is due for general release on Halloween through the store managed by VR specialists Oculus Rift whilst a second episode, Midnight March is due for release in December and so well received was the first episode that the go ahead has been given for the entire series

to be filmed.

Speaking to Euro Weekly News about his visit to the Sitges Film Festival and meetings with American film star Susan Sarandon as well as catching up with Robert Englund and cult French director of The Hills Have Eyes and Piranha Alexandre Aja, he was bubbling over with excitement.

“The Sitges Film Festival was awesome; we had the red carpet treatment and were the centre of attention from the media. We all got to meet many famous film stars and directors, an experience of a lifetime for me and I hope it leads me onto a bright future on stage and screen,” he said Adding “Robert Englund and

Alexandre Aja were amazing at the Festival. Robert had great stories to tell the adults and children. Alexandre says Episode 2, Midnight March will be released in December and shooting of the other 20 episodes would start early in 2018.”

Speaking about his meeting with the Hollywood star, he admitted “Susan Sarandon was a really fantastic person; she had a lot of time for us and personally requested an interview with us. She was genuinely interested in the film we were in, Campfire Creepers.”

Spike’s father Adrian, when asked about schooling told this newspaper “Filming for the other 20 episodes are scheduled for early next year, I believe they will take place during school holidays but if they overlap with any school time, the children will have private tutors.”

All in all an exciting start for a local youngster who now has to try to work out how to combine an acting career with that of a rugby professional.

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Ronan Keating Unplugged

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THERE is an incredibly rare chance to spend an intimate evening with Ronan Keating playing some of his favourite music at La Sala Puerto Banus on Saturday November 4.

Just 50 people will have the chance to catch Ronan Keating Unplugged whilst enjoying a special dinner and cocktails having walked along the red carpet into an exclusive dining area.

Tickets which are currently priced at €250 per person are selling fast and as the numbers available drop, so the price will rise, with all proceeds being given to the Global Gift Foundation which was founded by actress Maria Bravo in order to help children around the world.

This intimate evening which will include an auction of special items is sponsored by Arques Clinic Marbella, Amàre Hotel Marbella and La Sala Group.

Please call 952 814 131 or 639 024 034 to find out ticket availability and to make a reservation which is essential.

Ronan Keating was a founder member of Irish Boyband Boyzone which sold 25 million records worldwide and has enjoyed a highly successful solo career selling a further 20 million records.

He continues to be a performer Ronan Keating in acoustic mood. but is also a radio and TV presenter.

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CONSIDERED one of the best wines for seafood, Albariño can also be an excellent aperitif.

High quality and light bodied, most of the Spanish AlWith a strong aromatic bariño wines are labelled intensity it is loved for its from Rias Baixas in the coolhigh acidity, refreshing citer and wetter area of Galicia rus flavours (lemons, that has sandy granite soils limes, pear, grapefruit, ideal for this grape. honeysuckIn Galile, neccian, the tarine, apriname comes cot and from albar, almango), dry bo, meaning taste, and ‘ w h i t e , slight saltiwhitish.’ ness.

However, by Lorenzo To mainAlbariño is Barbareschi tain its acidialso grown in ty and fruity Portugal and aromas it is best consumed has additionally started to one to two years after the spread to the West Coast of vintage, although Albariño USA, South America and wines are known to age for New Zealand, with the five to seven years. grapes similar in taste to As well as complementPinot Gris, Chenin Blanc, ing seafood, its acidity and and dry Riesling. slight bitterness works well Believed to have been alongside white meats and brought to Iberia from France with citrus and/or aromatic

by Cluny monks in the herb dishes, and it is also fun 12th century, Albariño is to experiment Albariño with light with alcohol levels of Vietnamese and Thai cuisine.

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Moderately priced labels (€3 - 7) are produced by Xovial; Bardesano; Freixas; Pazo das Estrelas by Lagar de Cervera and Vagalume by Luzada Xil. Happy tasting!

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Busiest and most successful Positively Pink Ball ever raises record amount for Breast Cancer screening

SPECIAL guest auctioneer Lorraine Chase who had flown over from the UK especially to help raise funds showed why she had been a model in her younger days, wearing a champagne coloured designer dress with train to perfection.

Although she was possibly the belle of the ball, all of the lady guests in particular looked fantastic, making a huge effort to look as glamorous as possible and many wore pink in support of the charity.

Particularly ‘Pretty in Pink’ were founder of the charity Lorraine Palmer and her daughter Jordana who are both tireless supporters of Positively Pink as well as running El Oceano Hotel with their respective partners.

The theme of the evening was a night to party through the decades with performances by various artists including Janet Jaye as Tina Turner, Stelvis, the Rat Pack and Carolynn May as Shirley Bassey, but the evening was always a tribute to the charity and the fact that it has given thousands of women along the coast the opportunity to have regular checks for breast cancer.

This was a bitter sweet event as it was dedicated to a close friend of all at El Oceano, Carole Haycock who had just lost a very long and brave fight against cancer and will be long remembered. *Although he had already donated a number of gifts to the Gala Dinner, Charlie Mullins, owner of Pimlico Plumbers had been unable to obtain a flight from London so instead he donated a further £500 (€550) to the charity bringing the total raised up to €31,050.

All of those who gave their time, their generous donations or simply spent their money on attending the ball are to be thanked for their continued support.

The very brave Carole Haycock.

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Lorraine Palmer (right) and daughter Jordana in front of some of the auction items.

Some of the guests at the dinner including celebrity auctioneer Lorraine Chase.

For more details on the charity and what it does visit http://positively-pink.com especially as October has been designated World Breast Cancer month by the World Health Organisation and tomorrow (Friday) is International Mammogram Day.

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Last Thursday evening saw a sell-out Gala Dinner at El Oceano Hotel in La Cala de Mijas raise a record €30,500* for the Positively Pink charity.

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THE San Pedro Alcantara Fair got off to a bang last Monday night with an official opening by actress Inmaculada Pérez Quirós and some tremendous fireworks.

Running until Sunday night, there are some great events for the entire family plus of course a large well-organised fun fair and happily although every year recently has seen some heavy rain, the forecast for this week suggests that the last few days should be dry.

Today (Thursday) is the feast day for the town’s patron saint San Pedro de Alcantara and after a celebratory mass the evening visitors will see a free performance

by Mario Diaz who founded

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Still time to enjoy all the fun of the fair in San Pedro

FIREWORKS: Herald the opening of the San Pedro Alcantara Fair. the fusion band Los Aslándticos and went on to release his own solo album as well as making guest appearances with La Mari of Chambao.

Friday sees the Grand Parade starting at 5pm with pop-

ular Rock Reggae band Danza Invisible who were originally formed in Torremolinos appearing in the town booth at 11.30pm.

Saturday sees competitions for the Peña Caballista ‘Las

Espuelas’ where local horse riders will show off their skills whilst later there will be a demonstration of the flamenco influenced dance style of the Sevillanas.

Rounding off the evening will be a guest appearance from the highly successful multi-platinum album selling Spanish pop idol David Bustamante.

Dance will be the order of the day on the closing Sunday with various local troupes battling it out in a series of competitions, but every day and night will see a series of different options for entertainment with food and drink available at both fairs with plenty to do for young and old alike.

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There’s nothing like a musical!

South Pacific at Salon Varietes.

THE Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola’s latest smash musical, South Pacific is nearing the end of its run but there are still a few seats left.

It closes this Sunday so don’t miss a chance to hear those marvellous songs while reclining in the brand new seats recently installed at great expense.

The stage musical which is based on a number of short stories by James A

Michener tells the story of the relationship between an American nurse and French landowner during the Second World War and how she comes to terms with his mixed race children.

For more information or to book tickets visit www.salonvarietestheatre.com and make a note of this season’s new start times of 7.30pm every day except Sunday which is 7pm.

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Visit the Mumtaz Mahal in Coin M UMTAZ MAHA L In d ian Restaurant has been serving up excellent food with first class service for more than 12 years now. Based in inland Coin, this ever-popular restaurant caters to a large area, with clients coming to the restaurant from as far away as Zafarraya.

The restaurant is now offering new chef’s specials including Handi, Goan and Pathia, a sweet and spicy dish.

Mumtaz Mahal provides custom e r s wi t h a u t h e n tic In d ian food t h a t ’s f r e sh a n d fu ll o f flavour. They are extremely professi o n a l a n d a l w a y s o ffe r a warm welcome and personal attention to everyone, even when they have a full restaurant.

The food is of the highest quality an d c u s to me rs e xpe rie nc e genuine flavours from India.

The owner of the restaurant is from Pakistan and has been in Spain for about 20 years, having previously owned another establis h men t in th e Malaga area befo re la u n c h in g the Mumtaz Mahal. The restaura n t h a s lo y a l c u s to me rs th at return time and a g ain as th ey continue to offer high quality food consistently.

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det ai l ed descr i ption of all ingredient s used i n each dis h is avai l abl e on r equest .

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t o off er hel p on choosi ng t he right dish for each customer.

The restaurant is now offering new chef ’s specials, including Handi, a spicy and creamy dish, Goan, whi ch com bi nes cur r y flavours with coconut milk, and Pathia, a sweet and spicy dish.

The chef also particularly recommends his Achari Tikka. A wide range of vegetable dishes is also available and papadoms are free.

They provide a lunch and dinner m enu, wi t h l unch m enus starting from €9.95 in which all dishes are on offer.

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They ar e open f r om 1.30pm 4.00pm and 7.30pm-12.00am.

Take away and home deliveries are also available.

Fi nd t hem at Ur b El Rodeo 29100 Coin Malaga.

To make reservations or order take-away, contact 952 455 599 or vi si t i nf o@mumt azmahal coin.com.

Third Annual Oktoberfest DRINK UP: A typical Fräulein serving German beer.

GERMANY comes to Torremolinos today (Thursday) until Sunday as the Third German

beer Festival Oktoberfest 2017 arrives in the town.

Open from noon to midnight each day, a large tent set up in Plaza De La Nogalera will host the beers and some typical German fare including German sausages, traditional cheese, pretzels, pork knuckle, potato salad and German white wine.

There will be a wide range of different drinks including cocktails and a ‘Beers of the World’ bar featuring a selection of unusual craft beers. There will also be German entertainment.

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Relax, dine and listen to the music OCTOBER sees some very interesting music being performed at Alberts Bar and Grill in Cabopino both for Sunday lunch and some evenings.

Helena Paul, a singer with a three and a half octave range who has performed with Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Kim Mazelle is back in Spain and will bring her selection of jazz, soul and blues next Sunday at 2pm.

Then on the following Tuesday the restaurant welcomes guitarist extraordinaire Raul Benitez who at 8pm will present his selection of songs from soft rock to soul covering numbers by such diverse stars as Eric Clapton, Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder and Sting.

Two days later on Thursday, the very versatile Beatr3s will present their tribute show also at 8pm and that night they will be performing a number of ‘Fab Four’ numbers plus a few surprises. This is expected to be a particularly popular event and bookings are essential.

Bringing October to a musical end, Eva Marie, who regularly stuns the audience at JoysLive in Banus will be spicing up Sunday lunch with her strong and sensual voice. It’s always worth catching her version of Amy Winehouse classics when she appears at 2pm on Sunday October 29.

The Beatr3s visit Alberts Cabopino.

For details of what is happening at the Bar and Grill and to see all of the Christmas and New Year plans visit www.albertscabopino.com and to make reservations call 952 836 886.

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Friday October 20 Age Concern meet every Friday from 11.30-13.00 at Bar Conrisa in the centre of La Cala de Mijas. They are located behind Supersol and there is plenty of free parking. Just follow the sound of laughter. They look forward to seeing you. Lifeline 652 537 615.

Age Care Association: Weekly coffee morning from 11am to 12.30pm at the Hogar del Jubilado in Los Boliches, Fuengirola.

Drop in for a chat and to share experiences. For more information contact 635 407 255.

Christian Basilica of San Pedro de Alcantara: From 11am-1pm, free guided tour of one of the oldest Christian churches on the Iberian Peninsula. Calle Vega del Mar, San Pedro de Alcantara.

Royal British Legion: Benejarafe branch meets every Friday from 12.30-2.30pm at Restaurante Puerta Niza, Carretera Nacional 340A Km 263.7 offering emotional and financial help to those who have served in the Armed Forces.

American Club of Estepona (ACE [all nationalities welcome]): Open Mon-Sat, 14pm. Calle San Roque 65 (three blocks west of old bus station). For more informa-

Rob Sas Band, Que Bowling Mijas, Friday October 20 HEAD to Que Bowling in Mijas Costa on Friday night for an evening that is bound to rock your socks off.

The Rob Sas Band will perform covers from all the classics such as Deep Purple, Jimi Hendrix, Joe Cocker, Black Sabbath and AC/DC. The live music starts at 9.45pm and entry is free of charge.

Rob Sas, the guitarist, played in the band Killerhurtz in the 1980s and supported many rock bands of the time, including The Nashville Teens and The Groundhogs. He then went on to form the bands Bad Attitude and Burn, before moving to Spain and starting the Deep Purple tribute band Deeper Purple.

Rob also presents a weekly Rock

tion contact 952 793 059 (club times) or www.acestepona.org.

Saturday October 21 Flamenco show: free every Wednesday and Saturday from 12-1pm in Plaza Virgen de la Peña, Mijas Pueblo.

Organic market: Every week from 10am1pm at Guadalhorce - Las Chapas.

Puerto Banus street market: Every week from 9am-2pm near the bull ring in Nueva Andalucia.

Triple A: Every week volunteer dog walkers required between 10am and 3pm at Calle Carril de la Mina 33 in Marbella. For more information contact 952 771 586.

American Club of Estepona (ACE [all nationalities welcome]): Open Mon-Sat, 14pm. Calle San Roque 65 (three blocks west of old bus station). For more information contact 952 793 059 (club times) or www.acestepona.org.

Sunday October 22 Benahavis second-hand market: Every week from 9am to 2pm, located 1km before the village on the right hand side of the road.

University of the Third Age: Every week coffee morning from 11.30am to 1pm at the Primavera Bar, Paseo Maritimo, Los Boliches. For more information contact 952 466 738.

Sunday market La Trocha Coin. Every Week. Over 200 Stalls. All Welcome. For more info call 618 826 852.

Monday October 23 Royal Air Forces Association introduces a Coffee Morning social: every first Monday of the month. 12pm. RestauranteVenta los Morenos, Alhaurin el Grande.

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Age Concern meet every Thursday from 11.00-13.00 at the Pensionista building in Los Boliches. They are located above the indoor market and just around the corner from Los Boliches station. They look forward to seeing you. Lifeline 652 537 615.

Do you have issues around food? Let Overeaters Anonymous help. English speaking meetings held every Thursday 6pm, Diana Park, Estepona Call Janet 669 445 754.

Language exchange workshop: free, every week from 9.30-11.30am in the Pensioners Centre in Las Lagunas. For more information contact 952 890 010 or frd@mijas.es.

Los Jueves al Casco: Every week from 8am-12 noon enjoy special discounts, live music, free tastings and more in Marbella Old Town.

Rio Verde Villa Romana Ruins: free guided tour from11am to 1pm, Calle del Mar, Marbella.

Rotary Club: meets every week at 2pm during lunch at Cortijo de Ramiro, Calle 11, Urb Guadalmina Baja, San Pedro de Alcantara. Please contact lizzie@mar riageweddingservices.com to book a place.

San Pedro street market: Every week from 9am-2pm, Calle Jorge Guillen.

American Club of Estepona (ACE [all nationalities welcome]): Open Mon-Sat, 14pm. Calle San Roque 65 (three blocks west of old bus station). For more information contact 952 793 059 (club times) or www.acestepona.org.

ROCKING OUT: The Rob Sas Band on stage at the Hot Castle Rock festival. show on Central FM, playing the best classic rock songs and interviews big names in the music world.

Que Bowling Mijas can be found on the Camino de Coin, (Mijas Golf Road) next to Favell’s and in front of Aldi.

Royal Air Forces Association also pleased to invite you to afternoon social third Monday of the month at 2pm. Bar El Jardin, Avenida Bonanza, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmadena. Quiz with prize and raffle with all proceeds going to the association to help with welfare work.

Age Care Association: Weekly coffee morning from 11am to 12.30pm at La Iglesia Bar in Benalmadena. For more information contact 635 407 255.

RAF Association Costa del Sol: social meeting, first Monday of the month, at 12pm in Restaurante Los Morenos, Alhaurin el Grande. For more information contact secretary@rafacostadelsol.co.uk.

Royal British Legion: Benalmadena branch meets every Monday from 11am at The Lounge Bar, Avenida Bonanza in Benalmadena.

American Club of Estepona (ACE [all nationalities welcome]): Open Mon-Sat, 14pm. Calle San Roque 65 (three blocks west of old bus station). For more information contact 952 793 059 (club times) or www.acestepona.org.

Tuesday October 24 Age Care Association: Weekly coffee morning from 11am to 1pm at the International Baptist Church in Calahonda. For more information contact 635 407 255.

Arroyo Social and Welfare Club meets every Tuesday at Agata Apartments Arroyo de Miel 11.30am for 12 noon start. There is a raffle, quiz, and a game such as Play Your Cards Right, plus extras! For more information call Anthia on 634 157 042.

Costa Women Business Group: meets every second Tuesday at 09.30 until 11.30 for business networking in La Cala. For more information contact Ali 677 251 058.

Fuengirola Ukulele Singalong Group: meets every Tuesday 8pm at Cabaret Club

in Fuengirola (next to Bioparc Zoo).

Language exchange workshop: free, every week from 9.30-11.30am in the Pensioners Centre in Mijas village. For more information contact 952 890 010 or frd@mi jas.es.

The Good Companions Club meets every Tuesday in Manila Bar, Paseo Maritimo, Los Boliches 12-1.30 pm. For more information contact Tony White on 952 494 730.

University of the Third Age Costa del Sol: play Mah Jong every week from 2-5pm at the PYR Hotel in Fuengirola. For more information contact 952 467 156.

The Good Vibrations: singing sessions every week from 7.30pm at Huber Plataforme de Arte, Calle San Antonio, Estepona. Cost €10 per session or €8 per session for a block of six sessions. For more information find Your Voice Vocal Studio on Facebook.

American Club of Estepona (ACE [all nationalities welcome]): Open Mon-Sat, 14pm. Calle San Roque 65 (three blocks west of old bus station). For more information contact 952 793 059 (club times) or www.acestepona.org.

Wednesday October 25 The Royal British Legion: Torremolinos Branch meets every Wednesday in the Vanilla Bar in Plaza la Nogalera, Torremolinos (opp the railway station) from 12.30pm.

Age Care Association: Weekly coffee morning from 11am to 12.30pm at the Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola. Drop in for a chat and to share experiences.

For more information contact 635 407 255.

Flamenco show: free every Wednesday and Saturday from 12-1pm in Plaza Virgen de la Peña, Mijas Pueblo.

Language exchange workshop: free, every week from 9.30-11.30am in the Pensioners Centre in La Cala. For more information contact 952 890 010 or frd@mijas.es.

Malaga Picasso Museum: guided tours in English every Wednesday at 11.30am. Entry €8, children under 18 go free.

Parent and baby coffee mornings: every week from 11am-1pm at Mundo Mania, Cancelada. Entry €5 and includes coffee and two hours of play in the baby and toddler play frame.

TIMS (The International Music Society) Choir: rehearsals every week from 79.30pm in St Andrews Church, Los Boliches. A very friendly group of different nationalities. For more information contact 654 891 790.

American Club of Estepona (ACE [all nationalities welcome]): Open Mon-Sat, 14pm. Calle San Roque 65 (three blocks west of old bus station). For more information contact 952 793 059 (club times) or www.acestepona.org.

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GRAEME TYRRELL ONE of the fascinating things about gardening is the variety of plants that are available from various regions around the world. Here in the Mediterranean there are a number of lesser-known plants that make great ornaments, produce sweet-smelling flowers and provide fruit. One of my favourites is the Strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo).

You can see the tree growing wild in its native habitats in oak forests in zones below 800 metres in Spain. It has also become domesticated and can be seen in gardens as a feature tree due to its cinnamon coloured bark and deep green foliage being most attractive and highlighted in autumn with bunches of scented white waxy vase shaped flowers in clusters and dangling fruits that ripen individually from green to yellow and finally red when mature over a long period of time.

The fruit resembles a strawberry hanging from the tree but the similarities end there.

It does not taste at all like a strawberry. It requires an acquired taste to appreciate and is not a fruit that you usually would eat many of. It is a delight to sample a few on occasions as an alternative to the more com-

IF your garden isn’t exactly a vast roaming plain, abundant with space for you to explore all your gardening fantasies, there are several things you can do to maximise space in a smaller plot.

Thinking outside the box is actually the best way to make the most of your garden’s boundaries and can help to create an oasis in the smallest of spaces.

An easy way to trick the eye into thinking your garden is bigger than it i, is to plant all your shrubs and flowers in

A STRAWBERRY TREE: Loaded with juicy fruit. mon fruits available, if only to try something different.

If you have a tree or can source the fruit it makes wonderful jams with a unique tinge to the taste. It needs the fruit to be fresh to

use as the fruit deteriorates quickly once off the tree. Only the soft red fruit is fully ripe and the fruit ripens gradually at different times on the tree making it difficult to collect significant numbers at one time.

This makes it tempting to pick some nearly ripe to make up volume for making jams but it does reduce the quality of the jam.

Some people prefer to collect the fruit regularly from the ground as they fall once fully ripe. Overripe fruit can be intoxicating as they ferment.

This is why it is very difficult to find the preserves and nearly impossible to buy the fresh fruit in good condition. If you are able to grow the tree you will have a rare flavour to add to the larder. The fruit can be made into a compote, syrup, puree, glaze, jams, jellies, ice cream flavouring and converted into wine and spirits.

It is commercially used to make liqueur and wine in Sardinia and Portugual. The tree, the Madroño tree in Spanish, is featured on the coat of arms for Madrid being hugged by a bear so it is also bearly loved in Spain.

It is an interesting addition to the garden and can grow in a large container. It does not like to be transplanted or moved so it should be located permanently in a partly shaded zone. It is a pioneering and under storey tree that only grows to around five to 10 metres over many decades. It is drought tolerant to survive Mediterranean summers but needs watering to get established.

Larger than life close proximity. This will blur the colours and dimensions to a stunning effect, giving your garden a more natural vibe.

Aim to have your tallest plants at the back or around the edges of your garden and then work down to your smallest shrubs.

A potted herb garden is a great feature of smaller gardens as not only will it look

pretty and smell great, it is also a great way to maximise space. Nothing quite beats us-

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Creating plant structures out of bamboo or other trellises can also help to maximise surface area and create a secret garden vibe. Covering these structures with exotic surface plants, such as trumpet vine, will really help to add a wow factor.

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Advice for your beloved pets David THE Dogman LISTEN to David on TRE on Saturdays 10am to 11am Costa del Sol (Gibraltar/Sotogrande) 98.7fm (San Roque to Calahonda) 91.9fm (Calahonda to Motril) 88.9fm, Costa Calida 92.7fm Costa Blanca (Torrevieja to Elche) 105.1fm (Elche to Calpe) 88.2fm, (Calpe to Gandia & Ibiza) 104.6fm, (Denia to Valencia) 95.3fm Mallorca 103.9fm columnists@ewnmediagroup.com

I TH OUGHT t h a t t h is w e e k I w ould wr i t e a b o u t my w e e k ly show on Talk Radio Europe from 10-11am.

My team consist of Nazli, our vet from the Pointer Clinic Estepona, and Celia Haddon, an expert on small animals especially cats. Celia was the pet agony aunt for the UK Telegraph. This week Rona Brown sat in for Celia who is taking a climbing holiday.

Rona Brown is known for her work on movies Fish Tank (2009), Creation (2009) and Gorillas in the Mist (1988).

This week The Boris Bulletin

from Barrie Nathan about his cat Boris who is a she!

“Our morning schedule is as follows. Boris waits for me to a ablute in my bathroom, she then comes in and jumps onto her cushion which lives on the corner of the bath (I prefer bathing to showering), she then waits patiently for me to get in the bath, which may be as long as a 30 minute delay. Only when I get into the bath does she raise herself from her cushion, leans into the tub and starts drinking the hot water. She knows the water level is substantially higher after my entry! After about two minutes she gets off the bath and goes back to bed.”

Nazli mentioned that there are reports of dog poisoning and to be extra careful in dog parks and recommends a muzzle. I know most of you will say ‘my dog does not like a muzzle’, believe me they get used to a muzzle and it will protect your dog from putting his nose into trouble. Give the muzzle a try not once but a few times and of course rewards when taking off.

MUZZLE: Dogs will become accustomed.

Nazli says: “My vet has asked me to bring a urine sample of my dog, how do I do this?” You will need a clean container. For the female dog you can use a ladle, so tha t you do not ha ve to c rouc h down when she squats, and pour the urine into the container, (do wash the ladle thoroughly afterwards). The male dog will sniff an

area, position himself and lift up his leg to urinate. Place the container in the flow of the urine, fill the container and then wash your hands. If you have problems then why not go to a professional for help at Pointer Clinic dog school.

Mic Martin, the famous trainer from Dog Borstal at the BBC joined us for the second half of the show. I

would mention that those attending Dog Borstal, if they get it wrong they can expect a punishment as Mic says “It’s the owners fault, not the dog.”

They can get ‘press-ups’ or running round the field, etc.

Mic worked in the Police Special Services as an instructor and certainly knows all about dogs from scent and rescue work. Mic spoke about the relationship one must have with the dog which is of prime importance. Like me he dislikes harnesses and flexi leads and explained a few simple rules “St op t he dog l i cki ng you” as germs can be passed.

If you want to hear the show go to: www.talkradioeurope.com/listen/ listen-live/, if you do not have time then you can have a copy each week by emailing: radi ol i st @t hedog man.net.

Why not write to me and send me a picture of your dog or cat and do not forget I like to know their names, behaviour and what he or she can do!

Does your pet like attention? Find company for them while you travel MOST pets adore company and will miss their owners when they travel away from home for holidays or work.

How you do you look after your pets when you travel away? Have you thought about finding house-sitters or pet-sitters to stay in your home and care for your pets?

These days there are many options to consider, and a fast-

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At HouseSitMatch we offer a range of house and pet-sitters for you to meet and communicate with and hopefully find a suitable match. Let us know if you need help and we’ll do our best to help you find your unique match.

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You then build a profile about you and your pets, and create a house-sit advert with your dates.

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GARDENING PROFESSIONAL garden services from Fuengirola to Estepona. All aspects of gardening and full maintenance and landscaping, free quotes, competitive prices. Contact Andrew 600 259 981 Andrew@gar den-professionals.com (242556) TOP-JARDIN. No tree too tall, palm & tree pruning - removal - pests bio treatments.

Town hall licence process advice. Timber logs. Mulch. Urban veggie gardens. Visit us www.top-jardin.com or call Andres mob 686 948 552 / 602 130 250. (256531) G AR D E N & P OOL M AI N TENANCE – from under €90 per month, €12 per hour, from Benalmadena to Marbella. RICARDO Tel: 637 160 129, www.zonasverdes.es (257682)

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ELECTRIC GATE/GARAGE DOOR automation repaired.

Free, no obligation quotation.

Call Colin - 636 394 641 (247907)

GLASS CURTAINS GLASS CURTAIN repairs, specialist in replacement of discoloured plastic strips that act as a seal between the glass panels. Call Julian 655 825 931 (253220) GLASS CURTAINS supplied & fitted. Top Quality. German System. 20 years experience.

Honest advice FREE quotation.

Call Adrian 642 632 656

GOLF SHARE IN GUADALMINA Golf Club. 9,000 euros on 664 877 413 letchford.ian19@gmail.com (258912)

HEALTH & BEAUTY

ADDICTION THERAPY ADDICTION THERAPIST: Alcohol-Drugs. British Qualified with Personal Experience. Charlie. 634 989 480. (249603) STOP SMOKING NOW!!

90% SUCCESS WITH BIORESONANCE THERAPY 652 430 383 www.stopsmokinginspain.com

FITNESS NEW STYLE @ HOME PERSONAL TRAINING for successful results. Personal Training at your home/nearby. For all ages. Fuengirola Area €25 1/2 hour, €40 - 1 hour. Book directly on WhatsApp 625 773 427 Andre T - IG:@lea ndrerichard (260018)

MASSAGE SAYAN MASSAGE. Your best traditional & tantric massage for ladies and gentlemen. 952 586 339 - 608 977 260 www.masajessayan.es (251344) AESTHETIC and Wellness centre for him and her. Estepona. www.totalwellness.es.

951537701. (247076) MASSAGE Therapeutic, Antistress, Muscular, Relaxing, Sport. Unisex. Home service +€10 Call Susana 622 231 133 (257635)

HOT TUBS / SPAS HOT TUBS, new, used, bought, sold, hired. Also move & repairs. 691 973 131 / 952 793 398 (253091)

HOUSE CLEARANCES THE WAREHOUSE – We buy a Single item to a Full House Clearance – 602 610 103 FURNITURE wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. 602 610 103 (253107)

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HOUSE CLEARANCES CASH PAID for your unwanted house or garage items. Please call 600 041 434 (260047) WE CLEAR HOUSES, GARAGES, STORAGE, UNITS, BARS. Brian.d.hughes@hot mail.com 656 187 140 www.euroweeklynews.com

INSURANCE MOTOR INSURANCE. For the most competitive quotes in English call Linea Directa on 902 123 153, you could save as much as 30% and you can transfer your existing no claims bonus. Call Linea Directa on 902 123 153 for motor insurance with a human voice in English from Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and save money now! (200726)

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LSM INSURANCE. No fat singing blokes or trumpeting telephone´s, just professional service at the best prices for all your insurance needs including car, household, commercial, life, health and travel.

Tel 952 578 008 or www.lsminsurance.biz f or a quotation (253841)

INTERNET

INSURANCE

24/7 LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH emergency / appointment. Doors opened without damage, locks changed, patio doors and windows secured, 24 hour honest, fast and reliable service.

Call Paul 657 466 803 (248853) ENGLISH 24/7 LOCKSMITH/SAFE ENGINEERS. 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE, CALL DAREN OR BOB 952 660 233 / 667 668 673 WWW.SECURITYOFS PAIN.COM (252570)

MISCELLANEOUS

GET YOUR business noticed online! Make sure that expats in Spain can find your product, service, restaurant, bar or shop. Contact Spain’s newest and brightest online directory TODAY. Call 951 386 161 or email mark.w@euroweek lynews.com for more details

LEGAL SERVICES NON-RESIDENTS Annual Tax returns – trustworthy tax consultant, affordable prices.

More Info www.felhauscon sulting.eu (257864)

LAWYERS

LOANS LOANS AVAILABLE on all types of paintings, jeweler, watches, silver etc. Any condition. Immediate cash settlement. For more information call into Anthony’s Antiques & Jewelers shops extensive premises at C/Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola. Mobile 609 529 633. Tel: 952 588 795 (SE) (201522) LOANS: personal, business, start-up, debts, embargos, bad credit, taxes, divorce.

Fast, secure, simple, safe 617 333 777 (251417)

WOODY´S LOS BOLICHES. Greeting Cards, mail to and from the UK. Worldwide courier and Passport renewals. All adverts taken for the Euro Weekly News- display or classified. Open 9.00-2.00PM (Monday to Friday). Special hours apply August and Xmas.

One street behind the Confortel, just off Plaza San Rafael, Los Boliches, on C/Poeta Salvador Rueda 93. Tel: 952 471 877

MOBILITY MOBILITY scooters, electric wheelchairs, wheelchairs, walking frames, etc, for sale and rent.

Large selection of quality used scooters at competitive prices. Rascal vantage X, Rascal Veo X, Shoprider Sovereign, Pride Go Go, Neo 4 and 8, Mercury Prism, Pride XL8, Rascal 388, Rascal 329, Rascal 125 Wheelchair, Shoprider electric wheelchair breaks up for boot, Rascal 330 electric wheelchair as new condition at considerable saving, Rascal turnabout electric wheelchair, plus many more all with guarantee. New and used wheelchairs for sale at competitive prices. Brand New Pride Go Go Mobility Scooters All models just arrived huge savings on retails prices. Rentals from 55 euros weekly. New mobility scooter batteries supplied and fitted. Mobility scooters bought for cash. www.mobilityscoot ersdirectspain.com email info@mobilityscootersdi rectspain.com Tel 609581139 (250351) SENIORWORLD - MOBILITY scooters, wheelchairs, stairlifts, nursing beds, rise ´n´ recline chairs and a large range of daily living aids for sale or hire. Visit our showroom in Los Boliches - or call on 952 663 131 or 670 964 181 for advice & best prices. (253958) www.euroweeklynews.com

www.Mobility-Spain.com The Mobility Wizards S.L. For all your mobility needs: Repairs, Rentals, Sales and Insurance.

Call: 633 127 901/ 622 832 954. (246613)

CLASSIFIEDS MOTORING

MORTGAGES FLUENT FINANCE Abroad.

Are you looking to release equity in your home here in Spain? Need to pay IBI, Community Fees, Taxes, but don’t have the cash available now to do this.

Do you want to sell your property for what it is worth but don’t have the ability/time frame due to cash constraints? Do you want an alternative to the Banks who are costly and slow? Call us now on +34 691 179445 +34 952 961952 or email r o n a l d @ f l u e n t f i nanceabroad.com Come and visit us in our San Pedro office (260012)

MOSQUITO SCREENS MOSQUITO NICK NO1 SPECIALIST FOR MOSQUITO SCREENS for all types of windows and doors. PRICE PROMISE/NEVER BEATEN ON PRICE!!! All types of screens: sliding, pull-down, pleated, fixed and ARCHED available in all colours including wood grain. Call Nick at 647 072 861, www.mosquitonick.ws (252065) (T1) ACE OF SHADES - Don’t let the bugs get you! Available in enrollable, slider and pleated. Large choice of colours including wood effect. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.design (101730) MOSQUITO Screens for windows, doors and a high quality sliding patio door screen. All finishes available. Quick service. All areas covered. Call Julian 655 825 931 (253200)

FOR SALE SELLING YOUR SPANISH CAR? PHONE Bill Brady for the best cash price. Stay safe and phone Bill on 952 838 842 / 661 234 881 billbradycars.com (259863) BILL BRADY’S FANTASTIC SUMMER OFFERS, BILL BRADY CARS has been established on the Costa del Sol since 1986, in which time he has helped thousands of expatriates to buy or sell their quality used Spanish cars and also keeping all the documentation simple so you understand all that is going on (which is important). You can contact Bill direct on 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 or bill bradycars.com (259863) KIA SPORTAGE (Diesel) 1.7 CRDI. 2013 One private owner bought and serviced by KIA. Only 57’000 Klm (39’000 Mls) looks great in metallic gold a very well looked after jeep and priced to sell at only 14’995€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com HONDA Civic (Diesel) 1.6 IDTEC. 2015 (Face lift model) 5 Door one private bought and serviced by Honda with 3 year warranty and low kilometres metallic sport blue a very scarce car with the Honda extras and safety features and its only 14’995€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars. com. (259863)

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CLASSIFIEDS PRICE SLASHED CITROEN Berlingo Combi XTR. Plus 1.6 HDI.190 2012 New ITV (MOT) and service roof rack, privy glass, cruise control, climate control and lots more a very scarce MPV. WAS 10’995 NOW 9’995€. 952 838 842 / 661 234 881 or billbradycars.com (259863) KIA PICANTO (New Model) 1.0 CVVT. Concept. 2015 5 door bought from Kia Marbella 23’000 Klm. (15’000 Mls) Metallic burgundy leaving Spain hence this great bargain its only 7’500€ 952 838 842 / 661 234 881 or billbradycars.com (259863) NEARLY NEW HYUNDAI I10 Black Line 2016 with only 5000 km (3000 Mls) with full 5 year warranty from Hyundai and serviced just been carried out. One private owner health forces sales, Bluetooth, cruise control, parking sensors, full electric pack and lots more this is a big saving on new price at only 9’995 € 952 838 842, 608 950 221, billbrady cars.com (259863) 2006 HUMMER H3 3.5 Automatic with all extras, silver with black leather 4x4 brand new tyres 103.000klm, left hand drive, English plates 12’995€ . Tel: 695 559 939.

2004 FORD CMAX 1.6 diesel right hand on Spanish plates new ITV aircon alloys very good condition only €2450 Tel: 695 559 939. (252347) 2002 SKODA superb 1.9 TDI 130BHP right hand drive on Spanish climate control alloys park sensors a very good car new ITV and tyres €2,400.

Tel: 695 559 939. (252347) 1993 MERCEDES 320 SL left-hand drive only 90,000km on English plates in very good condition 5 speed auto only 5,995€. Tel: 695 559 939.

2011 FORD TRANSIT MWB high roof 2.2 diesel right-hand drive with air con, six speed new mot tax, excellent condition only 4,995€. Tel: 695 559 939. (252347) 2006 TOYOTA 5 door mavi yarris right-hand drive English.

Only 41,000 miles in excellent condition long MOT and TAX only 1,450€ . Tel: 695 559 939. (252347) AUTOMATIC PEUGEOT 307 1.6 automatic 5 door in silver.

Very good condition throughout. 140,000km, ITV July with air con only 1,995€. Tel: 695 559 939. (252347) 2003 PEUGEOT 206 cab 1 owner from new only 85000 km silver black leather slloys air con in very good condition throughout 2,450€. Tel: 695 559 939. (252347)

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2010 CITROEN C4 Grand Picasso 1.6 HDI 192 000km, service history, air con, automatic in excellent condition throughtout , bargain €5,995.

Tel: 695 559 939 (252347) 4x4 2014 OPEL ANTARA 2.2 diesel 6 speed, 1 owner from new one, 39000 km, all extras incl., parking sensors, half leather really nice jeep. €15,995. Tel: 695 559 939 (252347) 2008 FIAT PUNTO Automatic, diesel, 140,000km, excellent condition throughout, air con, alloys new, ITV, €3,995.

Tel: 695 559 939 (252347) CITROEN XSARA Picasso, 1.6 Hdi, diesel, excellent condition, 100,000km. Right hand drive on Spanish plates, air con, alloy sets, new ITV, great car. €3,450. Tel: 695 559 939 VW POLO Advance 1.2TDI. 75CV 2012 94,000km. FSH, 7,900e Transfer included 607 576 765. (260955) LEXUS RX450H HYBRID LUXURY 5DR, 2012, Pearl White Metallic, Light Grey leather trim, LHD, Spanish Plates.

46,000kms, Full Extras, Sat Nav, Radar & much more….

ONLY €39,000 Bereavement forces Sale. Contact Ian 620 180 682 or ian@iangiles.com (257639) UK VEHICLE Mitsubishi Shogun 2004 3.2D, 7 seater.

147,000 miles, FSH, MOT May 2018. New Brakes. Air con, Electric windows, Mirrors & Sunroof. Great condition 3,100 euros. Open to sensible offers.

652 674 193 (256752)

INSURANCE WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 902 123 309. (200726)

MECHANICS MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work.

Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (252663) BRITISH MECHANIC WORKSHOP family run business since 2000 in Mijas Costa Fuengirola. Servicing Repairs, ITVS, Full Engine Rebuilds, Body Work Repairs, Recovery Service, Paperwork Transfers.

Checks on all cars & 4x4. CALL TODAY 605 407 369 / 951 104 805 (252574)

MOTORING FOR SALE

REPAIRS ENGLISH bodyshop, fully equipped, Mijas Costa. No Job too Small. 952 667 074 (257857)

6 months warranty

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LIVE MUSIC with DAVID CHRISTIAN-CLARK from solo Spanish Guitar to Dance band, performing for exclusive private events from Gibraltar to Nerja.Call 00 350 540 367 29 or e-mail davechristianclark@ gmail.com for details.Over 30 years’ professional experience.

(247080) KARAOKE “Everything you need” for Bars, Hotels or Home. Songs in ALL languages. Software, hardware & latest song updates. Karaoke on your laptop or ipad. 664 540 154 (252605)

Chrysler Voyager 2008, 2.8 Grd, 110,000km €9,995 CALL DARREN: 952 596 716 - 608 08 18 02 www.i n s i g n i s c a r s .e s

NAUTICAL CARS, VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 685 524 921 (253107) CARS WANTED, all registration numbers, any age, runners/non-runners, finance, embargoes no problem 687 049 592 or 622 156 022 (251051) CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN/ UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (253107)

FOR RENT FOR RENT 12 Metre Berth Puerto Banus Contact: briantdavies@aol.com - 0044 7768 028400 (257885)

COURSES INTERNATIONAL SKIPPER LICENCE: Courses held in English and starts soon. RYA VHF and Radar Courses. 636 444 929 (257887)

PEST CONTROL WANTED CARS AND VANS, FREE COLLECTION, SAME DAY 685 524 921 (253107) AUTOMATIC SMALL CAR WANTED, MAX. €5,000.Tel.630 844 286 (256785) CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH/WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837 WANTED all cars, vans and anything interesting also classic cars, bikes, etc, with or without paperwork considered, same day decision, cash waiting, 653 777 073 (252347) WANTED, wanted, wanted!!

All cars, all years, all models…from exotic to classic.

Spanish, English, Dutch plated. Call us on 951 977 329 (253940) WANTED Aston Martin DB5 DB6 or earlier model DBS, 1969 untill 1972 or body part – engines. Call Rene 0031 62222 4422 (247133)

MUSIC KARAOKE “Everything You Need” Rent, Buy or Update Your Songs in All Languages. www.songbookslive.com “costasongs” 664-540-154.

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COCKROACHES, ANTS, insects, fleas, mice, rats, wasps, termite specialists. Fumigations, bars, restaurants, houses, etc. Sanitary department officially registered certificates. Guarantee. Serving the coast since 1985. Only legal English owned pest control company on the coast. If you want the best then phone N.P.S. Nigel 606 008 940

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PETS

YOUNG DOMESTICATED cats rescued from the killing station need kind homes. Fully vaccinated and neutered. We will also deliver to England for a donation to the charity.

Please give one of these beautiful cats a home so we can save more from death. Can be seen without obligation at Cat and Dog World Kennels. Tel. 630 197 435 (246764)

CHARITIES ACE CHARITY “El Refugio” in La Cala de Mijas is a registered charity. We have on average 275 dogs in our care and we receive no help from the Town Hall or the Andalucian government. We desperately need foster homes and adoptants for our many dogs, especially the small ones and puppies who do not do well in a big shelter. We are grateful for any help offered, including donations of food and blankets. Visiting times are from 13.00 to 15.00 and you can always turn up or make an appointment by calling Denise on 669 018 736. Our website is www.ace-charity.org where you can view all the dogs in our care. (93320) ADANA THE ANIMAL SHELTER IN ESTEPONA. We always need volunteers to walk and socialise with our dogs and help with cleaning. We also need good homes for our animals that you can see on www.adana.es. Kennels open every day 10-1.30, Camino de Casares, near Parque de los Pedregales, Estepona. (5 minutes from the Poligono) For more information call 952 113 467, available from 10.00am until 14.00pm. (93319) SEPE the horse and donkey charity is open to the public week-ends from 10.00 to 5.00.

Volunteers are much needed in all departments and are welcome at anytime. For our riding for the disabled classes, we are also in need of extra helpers. We are nationally registered by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior (164640) but only with your support can we give the equine a voice. If you can just commit to 2 or 3 euros a month it will really help make a difference. You can find us at Lauro Golf Equestrian Centre, Alqueria, Alhaurin de la Torre. Tel. 608 258 950 info@sepeonline.net www.sepeonline.net (93321)

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AT SOS ANIMAL REFUGE we have dogs, young and old looking for homes. Some of our dogs have been with us for some time and would love to find a cosy spot to curl up in and a knee on which to rest their heads. If you have room in your heart and home we would love to hear from you.

We do not put our dogs to sleep - no matter how old, they are safe with us. For day to day needs and to pay for veterinary care, we much appreciate the support we receive. We desperately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect. So if you are having a clear-out, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about re-homing, please call 653 257 875.

Visit our website www.sos-animals.org or please phone Sandy on 952 385 923 or 666 814 056 if you would like to make a donation or help in any way. (93317)

EURODOG Boarding Kennels & Cattery. Under new ownership by animal loving family. Large kennels and exercise yards, fully licensed and sanitary approved. Safe, secure and caring environment. Inspections welcome anyt ime. 5 minutes from Fuengirola 679 786 669 / 952 464 947 / www.eurodog. es (242538)

ARCH - THE ANDALUCIAN RESCUE CENTRE FOR HORSES WELCOMES VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS TO THEIR STABLES ON SATURDAYS FROM 10 - 12 OR BY APPOINTMENT. COME AND HELP OUT, OR SPONSOR OR ADOPT ONE OF OUR HORSES, DONKEYS OR MULES. WE ALWAYS NEED HELP WITH FUND RAISING TO LOOK AFTER THE ABANDONED AND ABUSED ANIMALS. OUR AIM IS TO RESCUE, REHABILITATE AND REHOME. WE ARE A SMALL FRIENDLY TEAM WHY NOT JOIN US. FIND US IN ALHAURIN EL GRANDE, BEHIND THE VENTA MIRALMONTE ON THE ROAD FROM ALHAURIN TO COIN, (A404), URB.VIÑA BORREGO, FOLLOW THE YELLOW SIGNS. CHARITY REGISTERED WITH THE JUNTA DE ANDALUCIA NO 8448. WWW.HORSERESC U E S P A I N . O R G INFO@HORSERESCUESP A I N . O R G ARCHRESCUE@YAHOO.CO.UK TEL:- 635 798 219 OR 656 935 613 OR 620 175 828.

NEW: ARCH CHARITY SHOP NOW OPEN IN ALHAURIN, NEXT TO MONEY CHANGE SHOP, AVENIDA GERALD BRENAN (93322)

LAGUNA KENNELS AND CATTERY. Your pets lovingly cared for by English mother and daughter. Near Coin. lagunakennels@hotmail.com Tel 952 112 021 / 606 838 983 (257625)

KENNELS

CAT AND DOG WORLD KENNELS AND CATTERY, superb licensed facilities, viewing welcome. Tel: 952 112 978 / 630 197 435. www.cat-and-dogworld.com (246764) PETCARE PET HOTEL. Alhaurin el Grande. Holiday accommodation for dogs and cats. Heated/Air conditioned kennels available. Tel: 952 112 284 / 685 400 216 www.petcarespain.com. Find us on Facebook at Petcare Spain (248877)

PHOTOGRAPHY REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY. Mijas to Marbella. Dramatically improve your saleability/ rental occupancy rate with some professional photographs. Pay only for the images you like. Paul 637 521 657 www.marbella.photogra phy (260059)

PRO VENT. Kitchens, Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Windows, Glass Curtains creatively designed and expertly fitted. Visit our showroom in La Cala or call 639 727 188 for a free quotation. From inspiration to installation www.joebayley.com (252291)

VIDEOGRAPHER, photographer, web design, digital publishing, adverts & graphic design www.pop-media.es/en/ (257611)

MALAGA EXPAT CONSULTING - Paperwork Assistance, (NIE, Residencia, Driving Licence Renewal, Car Transfer, Doctor Registrations, Translation etc), Relocation Advice.

English, German, Russian.

Competitive rates. Call Irina Saltmarsh 687 733 743 www.malagaexpat.com (260044)

PLUMBING

PROPERTY FOR SALE WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM is always looking for realistically priced inland properties to sell to our interested buyers. Tel 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (251085) WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM Bargain inland properties for all budgets, fincas, village homes, apartments and villas. Legal building plots. 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (251085)

PET TRANSPORT

PLUMBER for all your plumbing. Water heaters, bathrooms, tiling. Benalmadena based, travel no problem.

Construction work. Glen 669 073 773 (247879) PLUMBING. Leak detection & blocked drains. Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drain spain.com (252259) RELIABLE, QUALIFIED PLUMBER Call Mark 679 704737 (260031)

PRINTERS ACCOMPANY your pets to their new home. Fully licensed pet transport service. Denise www.petchauffeur.eu 952 197 187 / 696 233 848 info@petchauffeur.eu (256652) PET TRANSPORTATION by road. Fully DEFRA/OCA/ TRACES compliant. Complete service by professional licensed kennels. 630 197 435 www.cat-and-dog-world.com (241623)

PROFESSIONAL SERV.

BUSINESS cards, flyers, posters, magazines, design, canvas, exhibition equipment, signage, vehicle branding Eyeprint: 951 310 395 www.eyeprint.es (248903) CREATIVE MARBELLA Your friendly local printers. Luxury Printing, Copying, Binding, Branded Merchandise and Clothing, Menus, Bespoke Gifts, Wedding Accessories. Located in Poligono Industrial Nueva Campana 27 952 810 831 - www.creativemar bella.es or follow us on Facebook (247914)

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ATTRACTIVE Ground Floor Apartment in the sought after urbanisation of PUEBLO DON ALBERTO. Close to Pool. Just minutes to the beach & all amenities. 2 Bed, 2 Bath, AirConditioning. Fully Furnished to a High standard. Maintained & established community.

Well located for transport links to Malaga.

Contact goodson.builders @icloud.com or +44 7850 746 171 (256790)

CLASSIFIEDS PROPERTY TO LET LONG TERM RENTALS. Super prices, no commission.

Apartments, townhouses, villas, fincas, shops, offices, bars, restaurants. Coast & inland. Tlf 679 111 522 (252054) MARBELLA APARTMENTS & Villa Rentals. Telephone 622 571040 kingscastlemarbel la@gmail.com (257878) MARBELLA, BANUS, Long term. Sunny 2 bedroom, baths, apartment by Marina, private gardens, Pool, Parking. bravoelezovic@gmail.com / 34 637 439 222 (257634) URBANIZATION Arenal Golf Course. 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Parking. Great 60m2 terrace and 20m2 backyard.

Newly furnished, A/C & central heating. Swimming pools, gardens, paddle, tennis, golf course. Bus, hospital, restaurants and all amenities around. Until June. 800 euros/month 676 394 059 (258913) BENALMADENA PUEBLO Luxury 2 bed 2 bath unfurnished apartment stunning views €1,000pm 650 148 945 (257638) BENALMADENA COSTA 2 bed 2 bath luxury furnished apartment stunning views €1,000pm 650 148 945 (257638) BENALMADENA COSTA 3 bed 2 bath luxury unfurnished apartment Stunning views €2,000pm 650 148 945 (257638) MIJAS GOLF 5 bed luxury villa furnished €2,500pm 650 148 945 (257638)

PROPERTY WANTED

FUENGIROLA house fully refurbished as new, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, patio, solárium 65m2, Was €140,000 Reduced to €131,500. 600 063 918 (257862) BRAND NEW CONTEMPORARY LUXURY PENTHOUSE Sea Views New Golden Mile 2 Bed 2 Bath.

92m2 Terrace, Plus 55m2 Solarium €399,500 Private Sale Call 684 245 716 (257612)

PROPERTY MAINT. STARLIGHT PROPERTY. All Areas. Residential & Holiday Lets.

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CLASSIFIEDS SELLING UP?? Why not give us a call and let us give you an honest and realistic valuation of your property. List with us and let us take the stress out of selling your home. No sale no fee!! English agent on the ball with clients waiting.

Please call 685 524 921.

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PSYCHIC TAROT READING African Spiritualist.

Experience Voodoo. Black and White Magic. LOVE ISSUES? Bring Back Your Love? Business and Economy Problems? Family Matters? Sales? Sport? Protect From Evil? Feel Like You Cannot Go On? etc. Mr Ibrahim has a rapid solution within 3 to 7 days – Tel. 626 502 803 (259933)

REMOVALS & STORAGE

LOCAL and INTERNATIONAL SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es (247176) www.moveit-storeit.com Tel david 696 810 618 (252306) PROFESSIONAL LOCAL REMOVALS AT AFFORDABLE RATES. 1/2 DAY FROM €90. FULL DAY FROM €175. WE ALSO PROVIDE A FORTNIGHTLY DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE TO UK AND EUROPE (INCL SCOTLAND).

WORLDWIDE SHIPPING TO USA, AUSTRALIA, ETC AND FULL STORAGE FACILITIES. TEL (0034) 952 578 507 OR (0034) 637 892 278 / EMAIL garymoveit@ya hoo.co.uk (253088) MOVING BACK TO UK? Removal vehicle departing weekly throughout the year. Excellent, professional service & great rates. Ring (0034) 665 089 244 or (0044) 01922 682 667 & see www.elite-euro pean.com (93139) MOVING MATTERS SL – removals and storage. Local or to and from the UK/Ireland/Portugal and across Europe. Over 16 years experience. For free quotation Tel 951 311 118. www.mov ingmatters.eu (248165) LOCAL & International Removals Regular Schedules 952 816 582 move@freinternation al.com (253105) moveit-storeit.com Tel David 696 8910 618 (248401) MOVE IT MASTERS UK-SPAINUK. Over 30 years experience.

Guaranteed lowest prices.

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SPORT

Almijara Bowls Club

COMPETITION: Summer champions.

ON Friday September 29 the Almijara Bowls Club he ld a pla y-off fina l to determine the winner of the Summer League.

This le a gue is a ne w venture for the club and it was well supported with two divisions of 11 players competing for the trophy. Each competitor had

t o pl ay 10, f our wood singles matches and many of the games were very close. Congratulations to Gr aham Wi l l i am s and Bob Allaway for winning their respective divisions, both being unbeaten during the season.

Graham won 18-13 in

t he pl ay- off t o becom e the first Summer Singles League Champion. The Committee is very grateful to Nigel Locke for organising the league and also keeping the records up t o dat e on a weekl y basis.

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Andalucia Valderrama Masters hosted by the Sergio García Foundation SPAIN’S Jon Rahm makes his first professional appearance on Spanish soil - when the World No 5 plays in the third edition of the Andalucia Valderrama Masters, hosted by the Sergio García Foundation, during October 19-22.

“I’m a competitor and I believe a lot in myself. The more I enjoy myself - the better I play,” said Rahm.

A plethora of top golfers will line-up in the Andalucia Valderrama Masters, including Rahm’s fellow Spaniards Sergio Garcia and Rafa Cabrera Bello.

Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose and Ross Fisher are the leading English trio, with Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy among players ranked in the top 10 on the European Tour.

Rahm will return to the European continent in the wake of victory in his last regular European Tour appearance - a six-shot win - at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open in July.

“I prepare well for a tournament.

If I don’t believe in myself who else

will?” said Rahm.

In 2012 Rahm won the Campeonato de España Junior Y Boys, Campeonato Absoluto País Vasco, followed by the 2014 ASU Thunderbird Invitational, Campeonato de España Absoluto, Eisenhower Trophy (individual title).

After the 2016 US Open, Rahm turned professional and in August 2017, Rahm reached a career-high ranking of No 5 in the world after a maiden professional victory on the US PGA Tour at the end of January.

Ahead of the Andalucia Valderrama Masters, Rahm, aged two when Valderrama staged the 1997 Ryder Cup, said: “I really look forward to playing in front of the Spanish fans.”

Rahm, who went to European Tour venues as a teenager in a bid to get players’ autographs, said: “My first round at Valderrama was five years ago.

“I played the Sotogrande Cup with the Spanish national team. My

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game has changed a lot since then.”

Rahm added: “Valderrama is one of the best layouts I have played visually attractive and wonderfully maintained.

“I am extremely fortunate that my dreams are coming true. In October, I will be proud to play my first professional event in Spain.

“I look forward to playing the Andalucia Valderrama Masters in front of my home crowd - I will do my best.”

The Real Club Valderrama will stage the third edition of the Andalucia Valderrama Masters, the last European Tour stop on European soil before heading for China, Turkey, South Africa and Dubai.

And Masters Champion Sergio Garcia said: “I am delighted to support the Andalucia Valderrama Masters through my Foundation.

“As the tournament host I would

Andalucia Valderrama Masters 2017 CostaLessGolf Weekly News with

Ron Garrood A STRONG field of international players will challenge this week for the Andalucia Valderrama Masters hosted by Sergio Garcia Foundation, under the sponsorship of the Junta de Andalucia with the support of Heineken, Solan de Cabras, Rolex, La Reserva de Sotogrande, Osborne and Volvo.

The event was inaugurated in 2010 and is considered one of the best tournaments played in Europe.

Real Club Valderrama is one of the best golf courses in the world and consistently ranked as the top golf course in continental Europe.

1st Round will commence today (Thursday) 2nd Round for the best 65 players who make the cut tomorrow (Friday) 3rd Round on Saturday, with the Final Round and Prize-Giving Ceremony held on Sunday 22.

Five major champions will tee it off today (Thursday) at Real Club Valderrama.

Spaniards Sergio Garcia and Jose Maria Olazabal, will be joined by Padraig Harrington, Danny Willet and Martin Kaymer.

This season’s European Tour winners

WORLD CLASS: Sergio Garcia will host. will arrive in full form, including England’s Matt Wallace, Italian duo Edoardo Molinari and Renato Paratore, Julian Suri from America, as well as France’s Romain Wattel and Argentina’s Andres Romero.

Valderrama has attracted a strong Swedish contingent led by Robert Karlsson, joined by fellow countrymen Peter Hanson, Niclas Fasth and Johan Edfords.

As for England, Andrew Johnston, Matt Wallace, James Morrison, Andy Sullivan, Lee Slattery and Robert Rock are other big English names challenging for the title.

CostaLesssGolf has a special offer to play, at San Roque Golf until October 22.

Prices are €65 on the new course and €120 on the old course during this event.

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SERGIO GARCIA: Delighted to support the event. love to see everyone come and enjoy a great event and a wonderful occasion for all the Spanish players.”

The Sergio Garcia Foundation was founded in 2002, amalgamating with the Deporte y Desafío Foundation in 2003.

A two-fold programme has lead to golf being made accessible to people with disabilities; along with promoting adaptive golf throughout

Spain.

The Spanish Golf Federation and the Autonomic Federations have also joined the initiative.

“Valderrama is a very special place - full of memories,” said García, who won the Andalucia Masters at Valderrama in 2011.

“Valderrama is one of my favourite courses - one of the best in the world. I always enjoy playing there,” he added.

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CELTA VIGO held a minute’s silence before their La Liga game against Las Palmas to honour the heroes and victims of fires that have spread across Galicia, Asturias and Portugal.

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O’Brien eyes £4.3m prize money at Ascot QIPCO British Champions Day in record ASCOT hosts the QIPCO British Champions Day - the richest race day in the British calendar on Saturday October 21 - with Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien eyeing £4.3 million prize money.

The world’s top sprinters, over six furlongs, long distance horses, over two miles, and the fillies and mares, over 1m 4f, will be racing.

Champion trainer O’Brien is looking for one more winner in the QIPCO British Champions 2017 Series to achieve a record haul.

Flat racing’s showcase event sees the world’s leading trainers, horses and top jockeys at Ascot in the finale of the 2017 European Flat racing season.

The QIPCO British Champions Series features the QIPCO British Championship (Group 2) with a prize fund of £350,000; The QIPCO Sprint Stakes (G1) with a prize fund of £600,000; and The British Champions fillies and mares (G1) with a prize

Aidan O’Brien with Churchill one winner in the QIPCO British Champions 2017 Series to achieve record.

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fund of £600,000.

The Queen Elizabeth II Stakes (G1) has a prize fund of £1.1 million; The QIPCO Champion Stakes (G1) has a prize fund of £1.3 million and the Balmoral Handicap has a prize fund of £250,000.

Capri, who won the William Hill St Leger at Doncaster in September, gave O’Brien his 10th winner in this year ’s Series. And O’Brien will be raiding Ascot this year - eyeing a repeat of bagging £5,648,937 in the 2016 Series.

O’Brien, who has won £5,153,693 in the 2017 Series, has a plethora of entries, including 2015 Gold Cup winner Order of St George.

Caravaggio, who won the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot in June, is entered in the QIPCO British Champi-

ons Sprint Stakes.

O’Brien has duplicate entries in the QIPCO British Champions Fillies & Mares Stakes, including Winter, Rhododendron, Seventh Heaven and Hydrangea, prior to the final stage declarations.

In the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes O’Brien’s pre-race entries includes duo Churchill and Winter, who have won four Classics between them, along with Alice Springs and Roly Poly.

Ballydoyle based O’Brien could run Churchill in the QIPCO Champion Stakes, be-

ing a pre-race entry, alongside Highland Reel and Winter.

The QIPCO Champion Stakes, Europe’s richest mileand-a-quarter contest, sees the entry of Enable, ranked third best in the world in the wake of winning the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes ahead of Ulysses, Idaho and Highland Reel, all of who are entered.

“It’s a great day - a meeting we’ve had success at in the past. We hope to be supporting the whole day with runners,” said Gosden.

Richard Hannon trained Barney Roy, winner of the St James’s Palace Stakes, is entered in the QIPCO British Champions Day. “I’m not sure which race he goes for. He’s very effective over a mile - a mile and a quarter isn’t a problem either,” said Hannon.

Richard Fahey trained Ribchester is also eyeing the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on QIPCO British Champions Day, the richest Group 1 mile race run in Europe.

Churchill is just one horse who could oppose Ribchester - among a record pre-race entry of 48 horses for the £1.1 million race.

Classic winners Churchill and Winter could face opposition in UAE 2000 Guineas and Derby winner Thunder Snow, who won the Group 1 Prix Jean Prat at Chantilly.

“Thunder Snow has been a star horse for me this year. I would like to run him at Ascot on QIPCO British Champions Day,” said trainer Saeed bin Suroor.

“We will look at both the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes and the QIPCO Champion Stakes,” added bin Suroor.