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ISSUE NO. 1739
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The end of a holiday era By Karl Smallman THE sun has set on organised three-night, all inclusive holidays in Mallorca as the last flight of Club 18-30 revellers headed home on Monday. Travel giant Thomas Cook has axed the brand with the final flight, a sell-out, leaving Manchester at the weekend, destined for BH Mallorca Hotel in Magaluf.
Club 18-30 breaks promised sun, sea and booze away from the watchful eye of parents. But in recent years sales have dwindled, even though the permitted age range was widened to 17 to 35. The company was set up in 1968 by the Horizon Group. In 1995, the company’s billboard advertising r u ff l e d f e a t h e r s w i t h t h e Advertising Standards
Figures nose dive PALMA Airport is the second worst performer in Spain and the Balearics in terms of lateness, and fourth when it comes to cancellations. This is according to a study carried out by Flightright, which reveals that in the first eight months of 2018, 1.96 per cent of all flights from the airport were delayed for more than three hours, putting it in third place. The most incidents were seen at Barcelona (2.2 per cent), followed by Ibiza (Evissa) (2.09). Just under 1 per cent (0.96) of all flights from Palma were late, ranking it second behind Ibiza (1.4 per cent). Figures for cancellations put Palma in fourth place with 1 per cent of all routes called off. The least problems were experienced in Fuerteventura, Las Palmas, Tenerife North, Arrecife and Madrid-Barajas.
Agency, being the second most complained-about firm of that year. Ads, designed by Saatchi & Saatchi included ‘Beaver Espana’ and ‘Be up at the crack of Dawn... or Julie... or...’ Tour operator chief Ingo Burmester said: “We are increasingly focused on our core own-brand hotel portfolio and feel the Club 1830 brand no longer fits in
Storms don’t let up M A L L O R C A e m e rg e n c y services recorded 155 incidents, in particular falling trees or branches and flooding of public roads, during two days of heavy rains and winds t h a t a ff e c t e d t h e i s l a n d s over the weekend. At the time of going to press, firefighters were still busy in Calvia and Soller.
CLUB AXED: Last weekend saw the final Club 18-30 holiday. with our wider programme.” The company now offers younger travellers the chance to ‘escape the ordinary’ with its more up-market Cook’s Club offering a
‘new generation of hotels.’ Thomas Cook say: “Times have changed. The modern-day wanderer craves more.” Mayor of Calvia, Alfonso Rodriguez, welcomed the
changes, adding that “we want to move away from the excess of the past and diversify our business mode l . I t c a n ’t j u s t b e a b o u t getting drunk and partying.”
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NEWS EXTRA Robbery inquiry GUARDIA CIVIL officers have dismantled an alleged gang of robbers who operated throughout the north of Spain, the south of France and Portugal, with 27 arrests made and items worth around €230,000 seized in the probe.
Tax call US Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin has called on the Spanish government not to implement a planned levy on large technology firms, dubbed the ‘Google Tax’, claiming it unfairly targets companies in his country.
Olive foiled A NEW study by a Spanish consumer association has cast doubt over whether olive oil is being wrongfully labelled ‘extra virgin,’ having carried out thorough tests on 41 products, including a strict taste examination.
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Catalan trial set Independence probe wraps up SPAIN’S Supreme Court is set to try 18 leading pro-Catalan independence figures early next year after announcing its investigation into last year’s secession referendum and declaration was now complete. The court said last week 18 of the accused, including Cataluña’s former Vice President Oriol Junqueras, would stand trial on rebellion and disobedience charges in 2019. They have also been charged with misappropriation of public money to stage the referendum. The court’s announcement comes as both Spain’s Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister suggested last week the charge of rebellion was not appropriate for the case. The 18 people set to go on trial include Junqueras and former Cataluña Generalitat officials Joaqium Forn, Jordi Turull and Raul Romeva. The ex-speaker of the Catalan Parliament Carme Forcadell is also due to appear before the court. Nine of the 18
HEARING DUE: Junqueras (inset) is among those charged over last year’s vote. accused remain in custody ahead of the trial. The court has ruled the 18 accused and seven others, including former Catalan President Carles Puigdemont, played an ‘essential’ role in staging
the independence referendum and declaration in October 2017. Spain’s Constitutional Court ruled prior to the vote that holding it would be illegal. Puigdemont and others remain abroad after arrest warrants were is-
sued for them in the wake of the referendum. Prosecution and defence teams are now set to make their submissions to the court, including requests for sentences. The charge of rebellion carries a jail sentence of up to 30 years. The court said the trial would likely last for three months, with a ruling not due until June. The news comes as Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and his deputy Carmen Calvo both implied the charge of rebellion may not apply. Both cited historic parliamentary proceedings and said rebellion charges should only be used in cases involving an attempted overthrow of the state by armed force. Their comments came after Pablo Casado, leader of the opposition conservative Partido Popular (PP), accused Sanchez of aiding a ‘coup d’etat’ by trying to negotiate with Cataluña’s current pro-independence administration.
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Skeletons exhumed FORENSIC archaeologists carrying out exhumations at the communal grave in the cemetery in Calvia have found the remains of three more people believed to have been Republicans who were shot by the Falange in 1936. Two sk e l e t o n s a n d th e leg from a third body have been unearthed.
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Paying respect
More seats PALMA DE MALLORCA Airport has scheduled a total of 7.3 million seats for the winter season, which ends on March 30, 20 1 9 , a n i n c r ea s e o f 26.2 per cent on the same period of t h e p r e v i o u s y e a r, a n d will offer a total of 26 new routes.
Free parking THE regional parliament has approved a law making all parking in public hospitals on the Balearic Islands free of charge. The measure is expected to become effective in Janua r y o f n e x t y e a r, a n d w a s backed by nearly all members of the house.
Ship moors THE luxurious cruise ship Le Laperouse, a new vessel that visited the city last month, arrived at the port of Palma again this week. The boat, which has a room with windows 2.5 metres below the waterline, received a commemorative plaque for its first visit in October.
PASSED ON: Cemeteries fill with flowers on All Saints’ Day PEOPLE from across Spain are marking All Saints’ Day today (Thursday), a holiday that sees many take time to honour and respect the dead. Families traditionally gather in cemeteries and lay flowers at the graves of loved ones on All Saints’ Day (Dia de Todos los Santos in Spanish). Cemeteries become filled with colour as a result of people placing the bouquets to help keep the memo-
ry of their deceased loved ones alive. The festival is so prominent that November 1 continues to be the day when florists in Spain sell the most flowers. Scenes of flowers in cemeteries also feature in popular culture, such as in the 2006 film Volver. Churches also hold special masses to mark the day in memory of all those who have passed away. Spanish people take part in several other traditional activities to mark
the day. In the north of Spain there is the castañada which sees friends and families gather to eat castañas (chestnuts) and other traditional sweets. Other treats include buñelos de viento. Folklore has it that the dough fritters, often filled with custard, chocolate and cream, release a soul from purgatory when eaten. The marzipan flavoured huesos de santo (saint’s bones) are also a popular snack.
Car rescue A WOMAN, 57, who was trapped by rising floodwater in a tu n n e l u n d e r t he C ami de Sa C a b a n a b r i d g e in Marratxi, was rescued by two police o ff i c e r s o n S u n d a y morning. Wate r h a d r i se n to th e windsc r e e n a n d t h e w o ma n couldn’t escape because of the pressure.
House sales PALMA XXI pressure group claims 42 per cent of properties that were sold in Santa Catalina between 2012 and 2016 were bought by foreigners. There were 707 sales, with 2 9 6 b o u g h t b y a ran g e of nationalities. In terms of sellers, 77 per cent were Spanish.
Affected by floods AT least 110 properties, 19 vehicles and up to 100 farming plots were ‘severely damaged’ by last month’s flooding in Pollensa, according to a provisional assessment by the government’s emergencies directorate. Mayor Miquel Angel March has confirmed that, as well as aid for damage to farms and the loss of livestock, which was announced earlier last week by the environment and agriculture ministry, the emergencies directorate will be making a further announce-
ment in relation to homes and vehicles. With regards to town hall property, the mayors’ assembly last week agreed on aid for the repair of lanes, roads and bridges in Pollensa. The town hall has reportedly been in contact with the regional government and the Council of Mallorca to request they clear torrents and repair main roads. According to the farmers’ cooperative, some 50 farmers have already registered damages but that this figure could double, at least.
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Appeals dismissed PALMA Court has upheld the conviction of nightlife entrepreneur Bartolome Cursach, to eight months in prison for illegal possession of weapons, issued by Penal Judge Eduardo Calderon in June. The appeals of the prosecution in relation to the length of the sentence, and the defence which argued on ‘legitimacy’ grounds, were dismissed. Instead, the judge accepted the facts declared in the initial ruling as ‘proven,’ that the investigators of the so-called ‘Cur-
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sach case’ found a 22-gauge carbine under the defendant’s bed, as well as ‘considerable ammunition,’ and more cartridges in Cusach’s other homes. The unregistered weapon was in ‘perfect working order’ and while Cursach obtained a gun permit in 1982, valid for five years, it was never renewed. The trial judge declared ‘firm’ the sentence of eight months in prison and three years and eight months ban on the ‘possession and bearing of arms.’
The total number of news and features which appeared in Issue 1738 of the Euro Weekly News Mallorca edition, including 101 local stories.
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POLL OF THE WEEK Should some hospitals be allowed to refuse women over 34 years old IVF treatment? LAST WEEK’S POLL: Should Spain follow Canada and legalise marihuana for recreational use as some have proposed?
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HOTTING UP: Spain could be drier and warmer by 2050.
Climate forecast RISING heat, more forest fires, less rain and animal extinction could be in store for Spain by 2050 due to climate change, according to a new study. The Observatory of Sustainability has released its forecasts for the years leading up to 2100. Their report claimed Spain could warm by 2.6 degrees by 2050 in the worst case scenario of the country failing to move away from fossil fuels and slash emissions. The study, based on government data, found that in the worst case RCP8.5 scenario Spain would warm by 2.6 degrees 50 years before average global temperatures reach that level. The forecast follows data last week which showed that emissions in Spain rose by 4.4 per cent from 2016 to 2017. The authors of the report said that percentage showed the country had not moved away from fossil fuels, making their worst case scenario more likely. The Observatory’s Climate Change in Spain report, which used the CCSM4 prediction model to produce its findings, claimed rainfall levels would drop if temperatures warmed by 2.6 degrees. The effects would be seen across the coun-
try except in the western Canary Islands, Navarra and the Valencia region would see less rain. Flooding would also be more likely in those areas because rainfall would not be distributed evenly throughout the year. The report said rain would become ‘scarce’ in northwest Spain, a region which currently has a temperate climate compared to much of the country. Galicia, Lugo and Ourense could see reductions of 500 millimetres per year, half their current levels of annual rainfall. They could come to resemble how southern Spain looks today rather than the current ‘Green Spain’ landscapes they are known for. The report also found Spain would see temperatures rise well above two degrees by 2050, with the only exception being A Coruña, the Balearic and Canary Islands. The regions of Castilla-La Mancha, Extremadura and parts of Andalucia would be hit hardest by rising temperatures. More wildfires and the extinction of species could follow the rise, the Observatory said. It added temperatures last September had peaked at 1.4 degrees above average.
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Fugitive dog on the run THE search is on for a ‘wolf dog’ which is believed to be responsible for attacks on sheep. Tw o c a n i n e s a p parently escaped from a pack at a farm in Puigpunyent last week, with one returning home of its own accord on Monday. But 24 hours later, Seprona Guardia Civil received reports that a flock of sheep had been attacked in Estellencs, and the missing ‘alpha male’ is believed to be the culprit. The animal is said to be a cross between a wolf and a dog, and police sources believe it crossed the mountains which separate the area of Son Net and Estellencs. Officers carried out an examination of the area and were continuing the s e a rc h f o r t h e f u g i tive dog at the time of going to press. In collaboration with Local Police a n d a n i m a l w e l f a re experts from Medi Ambient and Natura Parc, they have placed several humane ‘trap cages’ loaded with bait, in and around the area.
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Attack on officer
A COUPLE were arrested for verbally abusing and attacking a police officer during a routine patrol in the marina of Santa Eularia. They face charges of assault, resisting arrest and disobedience.
According to sources, officers were driving around the area at 3.40am on Saturday night, when they saw two large groups of people in the street. Two people standing with one of the groups was al-
OUR VIEW End of austerity perhaps THE 2018 UK budget may or may not be to everyone’s taste but according to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, repeating the statement made by the Prime Minister, the end of austerity is in sight. Good news if true but one has to remember that just last Sunday he explained that if a no-deal Brexit goes ahead then he will have to produce a new emergency budget which will almost certainly be more stringent than the current one. The good news for the government was that taxes collected have been higher than forecast which means that the Chancellor has more money to play with than expected but due to a possible worry about the future he has put £500 million (€560 million) to one side in case of Brexit problems. The sad fact is that in reality, the Conservative government is not in control of the countries destiny as the Northern Irish DUP minority supporters could bring the government down almost at a stroke and although Mrs May says that the Brexit deal is 95 per cent there, it’s the 5 per cent that could cause a major problem. At the end of the day, there are 27 countries who also have to agree the deal and that could also be more difficult than hoped for, especially as the Irish border is going to be a difficult problem to resolve to the satisfaction of all parties. Despite more rhetoric from the new leader of the Partido Popular, Spain is unlikely to cause problems over Gibraltar but there is still a long way to go before any final agreement can be reached with the EU.
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legedly throwing glass at the other gathering of people. When the male was asked to identify himself, he reportedly answered in a derogatory manner and refused to show his identification. The Spanish man then allegedly grabbed the policeman by the arms, while the woman, also Spanish, grabbed the officer by the neck and began insulting and threatening him. The two assailants were arrested and additional units were called to help keep the calm when other people present became abusive.
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Simply sexy Zara
LOVE ISLAND beauty Zara McDermott sizzled in a plunging white swimsuit during a relaxing break in Ibiza SIZZLING: The reality with co-star Ellie Brown. star set pulses racin g. The former government advisor, 21, has been busy getting ready to move in with boyfriend Adam Collard, but took time off to soak up some sun. Zara kept it simple but sexy, showing off her ample bust and long legs in the high-cut one piece, natural make-up and flowing honey-blonde hair. Meanwhile, best friend Ellie, 20, frolicked on the beach in a stunning olive green, silk bikini, detailed with knots and a ruched ruffle to flatter her enviable figure. The Geordie ex-business development manager gave her incredible appearance a striking contrast with fuchsia dangle earrings. Ellie’s well-earned break comes following her split from millionaire heir beau, Charlie Brake, who announced their split on social media before going official with billionaire heiress Kimberley Owen.
Bi dating CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER UK winner and drag artist Courtney Act (Shane Jenek) is hosting a new E! reality dating show ‘The Bi Life,’ set in a mansion in Barcelona.
The series features single people who identify as bisexual, pansexual and sexually fluid, and like other shows of its kind, they share a house looking for love.
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Beauty and the buff REALITY star stunner Charlotte Dawson, 26, laid on the PDAs as she holidayed in sunny Spain with rugby player boyfriend Matt Sarsfield. The Celebs Go Dating beauty, daughter of late comedian Les Dawson, sizzled in a bright orange bikini which showed off her incredible curves. The TV personality from Blackpool, ensured all eyes were on her by complement-
ing her scanty two-piece with a wraparound micro-mini sarong and towering Louboutin heels. She opted for large bejewelled sunglasses, blingy earrings and heavy make-up. While her sportsman love interest, 27, showed off his athletic physique in powder blue board shorts. The ex On The Beach and The Celebs on the Farm star was snapped cat walking around the pool and lounging on a lilo. And the buxom brunette shared snaps on her Instagram account of the pair locking lips and arms.
CURVY: Reality star turns heads in Spain.
Xmas on-off plans Women only A CHRISTMAS special of Love Island is in the pipeline as bosses plan to reunite the show’s cast in the Mallorca villa. Producers have reportedly been in touch with winners of this year’s dating show Dani Dyer and Jack Finchman, to get the lovebirds on board. It’s believed the reunion will include stars from all of the earlier series.
FAVE: Winner Dani Dyer.
LIONEL MESSI’S luxurious Art-Deco style hotel in Ibiza hosted a four-day lesbian party last weekend during which more than 100 women met up to ‘celebrate love, lust and sexual independence.’ The superstar footballer bought the 52-room resort in March, seeing off interest from onfield rival Cristiano Ronaldo, to clinch the deal. Prices cost from €255 to a hefty €590 per night. Owns luxury hotel in Ibiza.
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NEWS EXTRA Climber injured A FIREFIGHTER, 45, who was injured after falling down a cliff in Sant Miqurl, Ibiza while working with the Vertical Rescue Group, was transferred to Son Espases Hospital for specialised treatment after suffering serious leg injuries.
Bin blaze A CONTAINER was deliberately set alight in Castellarnau de Palma Street, next to the Red Cross site last Friday afternoon. It was the latest in a spate of arson attacks on public property in Palma over the last few months.
Ballot box BRAZILIAN citizens living in Mallorca, of which there are about 20,000, were able to vote yesterday for their next president thanks to the ballot boxes installed by the Consulate in the Palladium hotel, on Paseo Mallorca, Palma.
More cash THE Balearic government’s budget for 2019 will be €5,458 million, the highest ever, and 9 per cent more than the current year. There will be just under €450 million of additional spending.
More help MELIA HOTELS INTERNATIONAL, which together with partners has invested €250 million in 11 resorts in Magaluf, has called for ‘greater cooperation’ from Calvia Town Hall in the transformation of the area into a competitive tourist destination.
Parking aid PALMA’S Municipal Association of Car Parks and Projects (SMAP) will be offering 15 24-hour tickets for cars in Comtat del Rosello. There will be discounts of up to 50 per cent for the residents of Acire Banc area, following the square’s pedestrianisation.
AV O C A D O t h e f t s i n L a Palma have dropped in the last year thanks to a concerted effort by the Guardia Civil’s rural unit, according to Elena Mañez, the delegate of the government in the Balearics. She met with producers of the fruit on Monday, to show her ‘commitment to pursuing those responsi-
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Fruitful efforts ble’ because, beyond the crime itself, Mañez claims the crime poses a risk to the consumer. The delegate stressed that many of the stolen avocados that reach the mar-
ket do not have sufficient guarantees, which is why she wants a concerted drive to stamp out the problem. Máñez also met with representatives of the ba-
nana sector and claims they have been working ‘intensely’ for two months so that transport aid can b e m a d e e ff e c t i v e b e f o r e the end of the year. Asked about a ‘short-
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age’ of police officers on the island, Mañez said 25,000 members of the Civil Guard and the National Police were lost during the PP’s seven-year government. She said the government is now ‘committed to recovering the resources of the bodies and security forces of the State’.
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NEWS EXTRA Solidarity Symphony THE Symphonic Orchestra, conducted by Pablo Mielgo and the Choral University, performed as a gesture of solidarity with flood victims of the Llevant and to raise funds, at the Seu de Mallorca on Monday.
Phenomenon snapped
Road works THE first phase of reinforcement works on the Ma-13 road, Palma-sa Pobla highway, between Inca (km15) and Santa María del Camino (km 24) started this week to last four weeks, with further phases to take three months.
Cash calls COUNCIL head Miquel Ensenyat, vice president Jesus Jurado, government representatives and the spokespersons of the PSIB-PSOE, MES and Podemos political parties took part in a protest calling for ‘good financing for the island’ on Monday.
VIEW FROM BARCELONA: Mallorcan mountains. THE silhouette of Mallorca ’s S erra d e Tramu n ta na has become visible on the horizon of Barcelona, particularly from the Tibidabo. The incredible sighting, which happens a handful of times at the end of the year, occurs only in ‘perfect conditions of visibility’ in the Catalan capital, when there are no clouds, a clean atmosp h ere a n d n o t to o muc h light.
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The best times are said to be in the morning. Tweeter Xavi Cabo captured the visual phenomenon which shows the strip of sea and the cloud formations, with a blurred mountainous profile in the distance - the Mallorcan mountains. It is a particularly special sight as about 200km separates the crest of the Serra de Tramuntana from the Catalan coast.
AN elderly man with mental health issues who tried to climb from a second floor balcony to reportedly collect firewood, was helped to safety by a member of the public and Palma police. At 2.30am on Sunday, officers were patrolling Calle Joan Miro when several passers-by reported that a worker at the residential home was trying to stop ‘a semi-naked older person’ from going over the edge. When they arrived at the building, the main door was closed, so they scaled a twometre fence and made their way up emer-
gency stairs to reach the pensioner, holding him from behind and pulling him to safety. Once the situation was under control, the employee told officers that while she was performing her night time rounds of the residence, she saw that the elderly man had got onto the balcony and said ‘he was going to cut firewood.’ She reportedly ran to prevent him from falling, while shouting for help. A source said that the ‘rapid intervention of the resident and the two police officers’ had saved the resident from plunging to the ground.
Cars damaged by rubble A LANDSLIDE on the Bajamar road in Breña Alta on Monday morning, damaged several vehicles parked in the area.
But fortunately, no injuries were reported when stones plunged to the ground as a result of the rain on Sunday. The incident caused traffic
jams, and one-lane traffic, which were regulated by the Carretera del Cabildo personnel, who also cleared the pavements.
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Sex case soldier dismissed ONE of the members of the infamous La Manada (the wolf pack) gang who sexually abused a young woman has been kicked out of the Spanish army. Alfonso Jesús Cabezuelo is one of a group of five friends who were convicted of abusing the woman at the 2016 Running of the Bulls fiestas in Pamplona. The case has been a cause célèbre in Spain after they were convicted of the l e s s e r c h a rg e o f s e x u a l abuse rather than sexual assault, which would have attracted lengthier sentences. The latter category includes rape and the prosecutor had asked in the original trial for a sentence of 18 years for each of the gang.
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CREDIT: Simon Manley, via Twitter (main), Hugh Elliot, via Twitter (inset)
ENVOY CHANGE: Elliot (inset) is set to take over from Manley next year.
PROTEST: People took to the streets to demonstrate against the sentence. Instead they were sentenced to nine years each a judgement that attracted c h a n t s o f ‘ i t ’s n o t a b u s e ,
it’s rape’ from crowds outside the courthouse. The case has since moved on to the Supreme Court for a final ruling, with the members of the gang still free. Cabezuelo, 30, had remained in the army and received his basic pay despite not being posted anywhere. Now Spain’s Ministry of Defence has decided not to wait any longer for a final ruling and has cancelled
his contract. He had signed up to serve until he was 45. If the Supreme Court decides to acquit Cabezuelo, he could reapply for army service. The 18-year-old woman had originally made a complaint of rape. But in their judgement the magistrates said the men had not used enough violence for it to be considered rape. The case has led to calls f o r c h a n g e s t o S p a i n ’s criminal code.
BRITAIN has appointed a new ambassador to Spain after announcing that the current envoy will step down during summer next year. Hugh Elliot, who has worked at the British government’s Department for Exiting the European Union, will take over from Simon Manley next year. Elliot said on Twitter: “It will be a pleasure to represent Britain in Spain and when I take over next summer.” Manley said: “Elliot is a great friend and colleague who will be a great ambassador for our country.” Elliot has previously
worked for the Foreign Office in its Europe and Communications departments. He has also worked in Paris, Buenos Aires and for the Anglo American mining company. Manley has served as Britain’s ambassador to Spain since October 2013. He joined the Foreign Office in 1990 and acted as an envoy for Britain at the United Nations from 1993 to 1998 and worked on Yugoslavia’s break up. He was also posted to the Council of the EU from 1998 to 2002 and the European Commission in 2003.
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BLACK-OUT: Power was cut as a twister hit Menorca. A WATERSPOUT on the island of Menorca left a trail of destruction and 38,000 residents without electricity on Sunday. Spain’s Minister of Ecological Transition, Teresa Ribera, confirmed the damage to numerous electricity infrastructures, telephone cables and homes which occurred around 10am. Areas of the island particularly affected by the waterspout and downpours were in the municipalities of Ciutadella, Alaior, Es Migjorn, Es Mercadal and a large part of Mahon. Teresa Ribera took to social media to declare a plan for the ‘quick recovery of the electricity service’ was underway, adding the ‘government and the ministry itself’ were ‘coordinating responses.’ Twenty-five new generators were installed on Monday on the Balearic Island as the operation to restore power to thousands of residents continued.
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BREXIT BRIEF
Brexit checklist A CITIZENSHIP lawyer has created a checklist ahead of Britain leaving the European Union (EU). Margaret Hauschild Rey, a Madrid-based lawyer who wrote the list for a national Spanish newspaper, said she had been receiving Brexit questions from expatriates ‘constantly.’ Hauschild Rey added the list could not cover everything at this stage, but said the following was recommended. Expatriates should ensure that their residency cards say: ‘Residente comunitario con character permanente’ (permanent EU resident). They should also register with their local town hall’s padron and ask for a Certificado de Empadronamiento to confirm their residency status. Expatriates should register their property if they have not already done so. They should also make sure marriage and birth certificates are in order if they have a Spanish spouse and/or children. Hauschild Rey said expatriates could ask any association or club they are a member of to provide proof of them joining. They should also request their Vida Laboral from Social Security if they have worked or are working. British driving licences should be swapped as soon as possible. Wills should be drawn up according to whether inheritances should be handled under Spanish or British law, the lawyer said.
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Brexit progress worries
No deal budget BRITISH Chancellor Phillip Hammond said Westminster would have to take a “different approach” to the budget unveiled last Monday in the event of a no deal Brexit which he thought was unlikely.
By Joe Gerrard THE official date of Britain’s departure from the European Union (EU) continues to loom while questions over Northern Ireland and the chances of securing a deal continue to dog politicians. Officials from across the continent weighed in on the subject this and last week. The British government has also drawn up new measures to safeguard expatriates’ health care after March 2019. Prime Minister Theresa May continued to face pressure over the scope of the final deal at home this week. The Democratic Unionist Party and pro-Brexit Conservatives in Parliament have threatened to veto any deal that would keep Northern Ireland in the Single Market and Customs Union. Remain supporting politicians, including London mayor Sadiq Khan, have also lobbied EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier to prepare for a Brexit being delayed. It came as calls for a referendum on the final deal
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Bank plans
DISCUSSIONS ONGOING: Sanchez (right) met with May (left) last month. continued. Barnier has said previously the majority of the deal has been agreed but arrangements for Northern Ireland are still outstanding. It follows Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez dubbing Brexit was a ‘historic error.’ Sanchez added Spain would need to implement emergency measures to deal with the aftermath of a nodeal Brexit. His comments come as the British
government announced it had introduced a bill into Parliament it claimed would safeguard healthcare for some 190,000 expatriates in the EU. The Healthcare (International Arrangements) Bill would create the conditions for the European Health Insurance Card scheme to continue after 2020, subject to the EU’s assent. It would also cover expatriates in the event of a no-deal Brexit, the government said.
THE head of the European Central Bank has said the onus is on private financial firms for a no-deal Brexit scenario, with Mario Draghi adding officials were monitoring negotiations to identify potential financial risks.
Port call FRENCH officials have said ensuring shipping and trade continue between Britain and Calais is “essential” after the former’s Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab said in Parliament port authorities may direct traffic elsewhere after the March 2019 leave date.
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Mammoth migrant rescue mission THE bodies of two children were pulled from the Mediterranean as more than 450 migrants attempted to reach Spain from Morocco in less than 72 hours. Spanish Maritime Service confirmed on Sunday that 465 people were rescued from eight boats between Friday morning and Sunday evening, the vast majority of whom were plucked from the coasts off the region of Murcia. And a further 16 migrants were reported missing after one of the boats capsized off the coast of north Morocco, according to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). The Caminando Fronteras NGO, which offers aid to migrants, confirmed the ‘lifeless’ bodies recovered were those of two seven-year-old children. Some 45,976 migrants have arrived by sea in Spain since the beginning of the year, and another 547 have been killed making the perilous journey. The IOM statistics show that Spain has received more migrants that crossed the Mediterranean in 2018 than in 2015, 2016 and 2017 combined. And the death toll is already reportedly three times higher than the figure for the whole of 2017. In October alone, the country received an average of 360 people a day, which is almost 10 times more than those who arrived in Italy, and three times as many as in Greece.
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Jailed royal questions KING FELIPE’S sister does not have to follow normal rules when visiting her imprisoned husband due to security reasons, it was revealed last week. Princess Cristina de Borbon is allowed to take her private car to the door of Brieva jail, in Castilla y Leon. She does not have to wait with other visitors when she arrives to see her husband Iñaki Urdangarin, according to Spain’s Interior Ministry. Urdangarin was convicted of embezzlement, tax crimes and influence peddling as part of the ‘Noos’ case earlier this year. The Interior Ministry was responding to a question from Senator Joan Comorera, of the leftist Podemos, who asked why Princess Cristina enjoyed the special privileges. The Ministry said the arrangements were due to “security circumstances” such as keeping the King’s sister away from incidents which could occur if she came into
DOING TIME: Urdangarin (left) is serving a five year 10 month sentence. contact with other visitors. “Authorities have an obligation to guarantee the safety and privacy of inmates and visitors during the visits,” the Ministry said. “The inmate alluded to, just like any other individual serving a sentence at the Avila Penitentiary Centre (Brieva), enjoys the same ordinary and family communications as
any other, and in the same conditions as established by penitentiary regulations,” the Ministry said. Princess Cristina has visited Urdangarin twice since he was jailed on June 18 after losing an appeal against the sentence at Spain’s Supreme Court. The first visit took place that month, while the second
went ahead on July 8 with no further records of trips since, according to reports. Urdangarin, a former Spanish handball champion from Guipuzcoa in the Basque Country, has been serving his sentence in a women’s prison at his own request. He married Princess Cristina in 1997 and the couple have four children.
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CAD: The Bank of Canada announced an expected interest rate rise to 1.75%. The tone of the statement was considerably more hawkish than investors had been ready for, especially the comment that ‘the global economic outlook remains solid.’ Evidence for their approach may be seen in the Bank of Canada Business Outlook Survey, which was upbeat. AUD: A by-election to replace Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, delivered an independent to fill his shoes. It means Scott Morrison’s coalition has lost its one-seat majority. Guy Debelle, deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia, said in a speech that the Australian “labour market is in pretty good shape” but offered no pointer towards tighter monetary policy. Australian jobs data showed unemployment falling to 5.0%, its lowest level since 2012. NZD: New Zealand’s consumer price index for the third quarter put inflation at 1.9%, appreciably above the 1.7% consensus forecast. The ongoing trade war casts a shadow, due to the reliance on exports and the smaller economy making the trade war environment a large concern.
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On the offensive By Joe Gerrard THE leader of the opposition conservative Partido Popular (PP) marked his 100th day in office last Monday and continued to fire salvos in an apparent pitch for high office. Pablo Casado, who was elected to the presidency of the PP in July, has accused the ruling left-leaning Partido Socialista (PSOE) of being beholden to pro-independence parties. He added the PSOE were focused on making gestures rather than policy and cited scandals including the resignation of two cabinet ministers as proof the party was unfit to govern. Casado’s comments have marked a brake in relations between his party and the PSOE. His remarks in Congress accusing the government of being complicit in a pro-independence party ‘coup to break up
FIGHTING TALK: Casado has been PP leader since July. Spain were branded ‘indecent’ by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Sanchez and Casado have met in the Prime Minister’s official residence of La Moncloa once since both took office. Sanchez had attempted to make overtures to the opposition due to his party’s fragile
position in parliament. The PP remains the single largest party in the lower house, the Congress of Deputies, with 134 seats to the PSOE’s 84 out of 350. The PP controls the Senate outright with 148 seats to the PSOE’s 62 out of 266. Sanchez’s attempts to build bridges with the PP appear to
have failed as the two parties appeared openly hostile to each other this week. The PP is also seeking to set out its stall for upcoming elections in Andalucia. It will have to put distance between itself and its main rivals the centrist Ciudadanos and the far right Vox to woo potential voters for both parties. Casado’s strategy has so far seen him tack to the right to strike out from Ciudadanos on social issues such as abortion and migration and to outmanoeuvre the fledgling Vox. He was chosen as PP leader on a platform which included tightening abortion rules and cracking down on migration. The results of Andalucia’s regional elections on December 2 will indicate whether the gambit has paid off. The region has been dominated by the PSOE since Spain’s transition to democracy in the late 1970’s.
Monarchy debate EFFORTS to force an investigation into the finances of the former Spanish king have ignited a debate over keeping the country’s monarchy. The leftist Podemos party has called on authorities to open a probe into King Emeritus Juan Carlos over claims he may have been involved in the Gurtel corruption scandal. The case brought down the previous conservative Partido Popular (PP) government last June. Pablo Iglesias, the leader of Podemos, said the party did not understand why an investigation into the former head of state could not be opened. Spanish monarchs are immune from prosecution under the country’s constitution. The push comes as several regional assemblies and parliaments debated the monarchy last week. Cataluña’s parliament called for the monarchy to be abolished and the government is now set to take the matter to Spain’s Constitutional Court. The moves follow previous remarks from Podemos leader Iglesias following Spain’s National Day where he called for the abolition of the monarchy. The Spanish King and Queen have remained consistently popular and polling has found support for them has stayed well above 50 per cent. Other than open hostility to the monarchy in areas such as Cataluña, it does not appear there is an overwhelming appetite to establish a Third Republic.
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GUNNED DOWN: The attack took place at the Tree of Life synagogue.
US synagogue shooting PEOPLE across the United States (US) and the world mourned the deaths of 11 Jewish worshippers shot while observing Shabbat at a synagogue in Pittsburgh last Saturday. Members of the New Life Congregation were gunned down in the Tree of Life Synagogue that morning in the deadliest attack on Jews in US history. It came amidst concerns that anti-Semitism is on the rise in the US and across the world. Mourners have since placed flowers outside the synagogue and vigils have been held in memory of the victims in Pittsburgh and elsewhere. Local police said Robert Bowers, 46, has been arrested in connection with the shooting. US prosecutors based in Pittsburgh are seeking the death penalty for the suspect who was due to appear before a court in the city last Monday on 29 charges. Scott Brady, the US attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania which is handling the case, said
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Pittsburgh attack leaves 11 dead
MEMORIAL: An interfaith vigil was held in Pittsburgh.
COMING TOGETHER: Tributes were offered in Boston.
they were currently treating the attack as a hate crime. Bill Peduto, the mayor of Pittsburgh, said the attack marked the “darkest day” in the city’s history. Rabbi Hazzan Jeffrey Myers, of
the Tree of Life synagogue, said he and worshippers there would rebuild and be stronger and better than ever. “You can cut some branches from our tree, but Tree of Life has
The victims Joyce Fienberg, 75, Richard Gottfried, 65, Rose Mallinger, 97, Jerry Rabinowitz, 66, Cecil Rosenthal, 59, David Rosenthal, 54, Bernice Simon, 84, Sylvan Simon, 86, Daniel Stein, 71, Melvin Wax, 88 and Irving Younger, 69.
been in Pittsburgh for 154 years. We’re not going anywhere,” the Rabbi said in an interview on US television. US President Donald Trump said the attack was an assault on humanity. “It will take all of us working together to extract the poison of antiSemitism from our world. We must unite to conquer hate.” The White House flew its flag at half mast in mourning for the victims. Trump later claimed no one may have been killed if there had been armed guards posted at the synagogue. The Spanish Embassy in Washington DC said: “We are deeply saddened by the news from Pittsburgh. The Embassy stands in solidarity with the victims, their families and the synagogue community.” The alleged gunman’s motives are believed to stem from antiSemitism. He reportedly told police officers who arrested him at the scene that he wanted all Jews “to die.”
THE shooting comes as figures show the number of anti-Semitic-related incidents has increased in the US. The Anti-Defamation League (ADF) Jewish rights advocacy group said it had recorded a 57 per cent rise in anti-Semitic incidents in the US in 2017 compared to the previous year. Earlier ADF figures showed attacks had declined for around a decade up to and including 2013. They then rose by 21 per cent in 2014. The latest FBI statistics show that of the 1,538 religiously-motivated hate crimes committed during 2016, 54.2 per cent of them were anti-Semitic. Incidents have included harassment, threats, and the vandalism of synagogues and other Jewish buildings with Nazi symbols including the swastika. Deborah E Lipstadt, a Professor of Holocaust history at Atlanta’s Emory University, said anti-Semitism was now the worst it had ever been. The increase in anti-Semitism has been linked to the rise of the farright more generally in the last decade. Jonathan Greenblatt, the head of the ADF, said anti-Semitism had was almost becoming normalised and claimed Trump himself had used rhetoric with anti-Jewish undertones. “But it’s about more than what one man does. We are seeing an environment in which anti-Semitism has moved from the margins to the mainstream,” he said. It also comes as the US has seen a spike in the number of mass shootings. There were 26 shootings documented in the US in October as of last Monday, with the Pittsburgh attack the second most recent and deadliest according to the Gun Violence Archive. The attack is likely to see renewed calls for greater gun control measures, with efforts to restrict firearms ownership having struggled to gain traction in recent years. The Republican Party, which controls both houses of Congress and the presidency with Trump, traditionally takes a pro-gun or ‘Second Amendment’ stance. It also has close ties to the National Rifle Association (NRA) gun owners and industry lobbying group.
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Approval plummets AROUND 66 per cent of Russians approve President Vladimir Putin, the lowest amount since 2013 according to an independent poll. The Levada Centre survey found only 39 per cent of respondents named Putin as the politician they trusted the most, with the drop following controversial retirement age hikes.
Jailed filmmaker award THE European Parliament has awarded a Ukrainian filmmaker jailed in Russia on terror charges a prize for work defending human rights. The parliament said Oleg
Sentsov, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence in the Arctic Circle and denies the charges, was being handed the Sakharov Prize to honour his courage.
Spy attack poll A TOTAL of 3 per cent of Russians believe their country’s intelligence services were behind the alleged poisoning of an exspy in Britain, an independent poll has shown. Around 28 per cent said they thought Britain was responsible for the novichok attack on Sergei and Yulia Skripal in Salisbury. Another 56 per cent said it could have been anyone, according to the Levada Centre study.
Richest women ranking THE wife of the former mayor of Moscow has topped a ranking of the richest women in Russia. The Russian edition of Forbes magazine estimated construction mogul Yelena Baturina’s fortune to be worth around €1.05 billion, making her the country’s only female billionaire.
Storms strike SOCIAL MEDIA was filled with pictures of Russia’s Kransodar region after storms struck and caused floods which have left at least two people dead and several injured. One video from Tuapse, north of Sochi, showed streets submerged in water while pictures showed collapsed bridges, cars being washed away and railway lines torn up. Hundreds were evacuated from the area as storms continued last week.
WASH OUT: The floods struck Tuapse.
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Stability pays ALLIANZ Real Estate, the real estate agency of the German insurance group Allianz, sees ‘opportunities’ for investment in the Spanish real estate market. However, the CEO for Western Europe of the company, Alexander Gebauer, qualified this by emphasising that every investment requires ‘political stability.’ Mr Gebauer was speaking at a round table discussion at the Barcelona Meeting Point real estate conference. Although he did not mention the crisis in Cataluña, he did cite countries such as Spain, the UK, and Italy as examples of political uncertainty.
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figure the Spanish government and several workers’ unions have agreed on, spread €250 million The over the next five years, to support sustainable development in the mining regions.
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Repentant Rato jailed FORMER Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and ex Vice-President of the Spanish government, Rodrigo Rato, has been jailed for embezzlement during his banking years. Rato arrived on his own to the Madrid prison of Soto del Real last Thursday, where he must serve a sentence of four-and-a-half years for financial fraud between 2010 and 2012. “I accept the mistakes I have made and I ask society to forgive me, in particular those who were
by Tom Woods deceived or affected,” he told reporters. It is the first time that Rato, VicePresident during the administration of Jose Maria Aznar (1996-2004) of the Popular Party, has admitted guilt after being found complicit in the case known as ‘Black cards.’ The Supreme Court of Spain confirmed on October 3 the initial sentence imposed initially by the National Audience (AN) in February 2017 against the former Director
General of the IMF. Rato and 63 others were accused of transferring some €12 million from Caja Madrid and Bankia, through the use of credit cards not registered by the Treasury of personal expenses. Rato was charged with continuing the ‘corrupt scheme’ of his predecessor, Miguel Blesa, who committed suicide in July 2017. This is one of three legal cases opened against Rato, with two others involving money laundering and financial irregularities.
SPAIN’S unemployment rate fell to 14.6 per cent in the third quarter, official data has shown. This is its lowest level since the last quarter of 2008 after a busy tourist season boosted employment in services. Spanish unemployment has fallen steadily from its peak in early 2013, when it reached nearly 27 per cent. Seasonal businesses like tourism and agriculture have helped to improve the picture over the past few years, and the total number of people employed is 19.5 million.
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Orange rise TELECOMMUNICATIONS company Orange saw its revenues in Spain increase by 2.2 per cent over the first nine months of 2018, reaching a turnover of almost €4 billion, thanks to strong TV and internet sales.
High stakes TECH TITAN: Miguel Arias is Telefonica’s head of entrepreneurship. INVESTMENT in tech startups in Spain grew 45 per cent in 2017 to €780 million, according to a study for the Mobile World Capital conference. This compares to €207 million in 2013 and there are now 3,500 start-ups in the country, up a fifth from 2016. Aspiring entrepreneurs have been encouraged by a growing number of big-ticket sales to larger companies, which have proved that people can make real money out of creating a new company. There are also a number of
businesses that have reached the ‘unicorn’ status of being worth more than $1 billion (€880 million). Maxi Mobility, the parent company of the taxi app Cabify, this year raised €140 million from investors. Classified advertising app LetGo, which was started in Barcelona, also became worth more than $1 billion (€880 million) last year. Entrepreneurs say they are attracted to Spain in part because of the high quality of life and low cost of living.
PRIME MINISTER Pedro Sanchez has committed to restricting online and illegal gambling, limiting their advertising capabilities and introducing anti-fraud measures like fining those who hide their IP addresses to access illegal gaming platforms.
Fizzling out COCA-COLA European Partners (CCEP) earned €358 million in the third quarter of the year, 18 per cent more than the same period last year, although falling tourism saw the Iberian peninsula with the lowest growth.
Sabadell weathers storm COSTS from IT problems at its British bank TSB hit Sabadell’s third quarter earnings on Friday, but shares in the Spanish banking group nevertheless rose as it exceeded forecasts. Sabadell said its third-quarter net profit had fallen 37 per cent after a botched migration of TSB’s systems in April prompted a regulatory investigation and the exit of its CEO. Despite this, Sabadell reported net attributable profit for the quarter of €127 million, lifting its
shares by 4.9 per cent. Spain itself has had a stronger than expected loan growth, particularly in the large corporate and retail mortgage sectors. Sabadell said the extraordinary costs relating to the TSB outage included an increase in interest rates on its premium account, impacting on commissions and fraud losses. Its rival Caixabank reported a decline of 27.6 per cent in third quarter net profit.
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Minister labour vow SPAIN’S Economy Minister has told representatives of the British banking industry that her government has no plans to make major reforms to labour laws in a London meeting last Monday. Nadia Calviño told those at the meeting in the City of London, Britain’s financial centre, the ruling left-leaning Partido Socialista (PSOE) were seeking to make ‘adjustments’ to worker rules. It comes after the government unveiled a budget which included the largest hike of the minimum wage in Spain’s democratic history. Calviño said there had been ‘great confusion’ over whether the PSOE would overhaul labour laws enacted by the previous conservative Partido Popular (PP) which relaxed some labour rules. “We are not going to change all the labour legislation, there are only going to be some adjustments,” Calviño said. “A part of the PP reform had positives results, giving more flexibility to the labour market. Other effects have been negative, creat-
LAW PLEDGE: Calviño speaks in the City of London. ing great precariousness in some contracts and too much turnover,” the minister added. Calviño said PP laws making it easier for firms to hire and fire had created a new class of workers unable to make long term decisions. Companies were also reluctant to invest the minister added. Calviño said during the talk organised by the Spanish Chamber
of Commerce and the Spanish Embassy that the minimum wage hike would have a ‘neutral’ effect on job creation. The government plans to increase the minimum rate of pay to €900 a month. Supporters of the PP’s previous labour laws argue it created a more business-friendly environment and encouraged firms to take on staff.
Opponents claim it allowed firms to take on and let go off staff at a whim and made it easier for companies to take advantage of workers. Supporters of the proposed minimum wage hike argue it will lead to a positive knock on effect economically while detractors claim it would make it more expensive to hire staff.
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Bank bolsters security THE Bank of Spain has launched new security software on its website to make its systems more robust in the wake of the cyber-attack suffered at the end of August that blocked access to the agency’s home page. The Spanish government has taken action after receiving severe criticism after the incident, but pointed out that ‘cyber security is an area of key concern for administrations around the world.’ Evidence has led the authorities to conclude that the hackers involved were largely based abroad, with only 10 per cent of the illegal activity being traced to Spanish territory. The cyber attack has been linked to previous assaults on the websites of the PSOE, the National Police and the National Court, and is believed to be part of a campaign backing the independence of Cataluña. Importantly, there is no evidence that the hackers gained access to sensitive information or that there were any leaks of confidential data. Nevertheless, the Bank of Spain suffered reputational and operational damage at the time.
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An international laughing stock?
LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT WELL that’s just about it. I think the British have finally managed to become the laughing stock of virtually the whole planet. From the bat infested cave hideouts of Daesh, to the plush corridors and well stocked bars of the European parliament, I can almost hear the sniggers and guffaws from here, and we only have ourselves to blame. Slowly but surely, we have allowed the PC brigade, the lunatic left and the snowflakes, to influence our lives and make a mockery of our laws, our culture and our common sense. We are persecuting our brave troops, pardoning our enemies and kowtowing to a whole host of foreigners and interlopers, many of whom wish us nothing but harm and treat everything we stand for with utter contempt. The police have lost our respect. Not the least because they are almost afraid to arrest or question anyone of ethnic origin, in case they are accused of racism or prejudice. Many of our judges, who at one time we could rely on to make fair judgements, seem to have utterly lost the plot. We now seem to accept their often utterly nonsensical decisions purely as the ‘norm’. The reason is actually quite simple. We’re all brainwashed. The oldest ploy in the book and we’ve been completely sucked in by it.
JUSTICE: Will a show trial mean Khashoggi’s family never see justice? This latest example was a real humdinger. In 2006, a Somalian born woman applied for UK asylum. She was accepted and became a British citizen in 2013. She also received passports for her children and her mother. She recently showed her ‘gratitude’ to the UK by travelling to Somalia and trying to smuggle in
a couple of distant relatives on two of the passports. She was caught red handed and last week hauled up before the courts. Subsequently, the judge decided her acts were humanitarian and not criminal. Instead of a thoroughly deserved jail sentence, she was given community service and sent on her
way. The two relatives were granted full asylum. Well of course they were. What a wonderful deterrent to others of the same mind! Oh, and by the way, there were no attempts at ‘integration’ here. Despite being in the country for 12 years, the woman spoke no English, can’t work, and receives benefits and NHS care for sciatica and depression, and you don’t think they are not all laughing at us? Give us a break. A quick prophecy here about the outcome of the Saudi-Khashoggi affair. The Saudis will declare the murder a rogue operation. They will parade all the suspects (assassination squad) in a lavish Riyadh show trial and hand down long sentences to each. I wouldn’t put it past them to throw in a low life they can behead, just to show they really mean business. These men will then go to jail. After a reasonable time, when all the furore has died down, they will be quietly released, given millions of Riyals apiece and disappear into the Kingdom to live in luxury for the rest of their days (I also suggest they watch their backs!). The money men will all give a sigh of relief, congratulate each other on a job well done and get back to their real purpose in life, manipulating the peasants. You and me that is! Keep the faith Love, Leapy. leapylee2002@gmail.com
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Currencies Direct offers EWN writer’s book to customers CURRENCIES DIRECT has teamed up with a Euro Weekly News legal expert to offer free copies of the latest edition of his book on Spanish law to customers who register. The international money transfer company decided to give away David Searl’s new edition of You & the Law in Spain to help inform clients about the country’s legal system. Searl currently writes the Legally Speaking column in Euro Weekly News, offering readers the chance to write in and ask questions about Spanish law. Peter Loveday, the director of Currencies Direct’s Southern Europe operation, told Euro Weekly News he wanted to make the offer to help inform people about life under Spanish law. “When I first moved to Spain 16 years ago I was fortunate to
BOOK OFFER: EWN’s David Searl (centre, right) with colleague Alex Radford (left) and Currencies Direct’s Ignacio Ortega (centre, left) and Peter Loveday (right). be given a copy of the 13th edition of You & the Law in Spain. “I read whole chapters and have dipped into it since for reference. I was relieved to find David Searl’s tome remarkably
readable and informative,” Loveday said. Currencies Direct said in a statement those interested in the offer could visit one of their 15 offices and register, with no
obligation to use their services. Customers are welcome to make an appointment to visit or to drop in, the company added. Searl, has lived in Spain for 53 years and written for the Eu-
ro Weekly News for many of those years. He said the contact he had with readers of the newspaper helped to keep the book informed. “Their questions are informed
and always remind me to double check my facts,” he said. Searl added he looked forward to a great relationship with Currencies Direct following the launch of the offer. Ignacio Ortega, Currency Direct’s regional sales manager for Southern Spain, said the company’s relationship with Euro Weekly News was very important to them. “Potential clients are always calling and saying that they saw our advert in the Euro Weekly News. It’s important for us because the newspaper’s distribution is so broad,” Ortega said. Currencies Direct was founded in 1996 and has been operating in Spain since the opening of its Torrevieja office in 1999. It now has seven offices in the Costa Blanca region, four in southern Spain, one in Tenerife, one in Almeria as well as branches in Puerto Pollensa and Santa Ponsa in Mallorca.
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Was The Beast informing on Strictly? Credit: itv
TV COUCH CRITIC by Adam Whalley-Lewis
I AM guessing most of you (us) have had some sort of heating on since last week? Come on, be honest, and I hope anyone hit by the floods is at least starting to get back to something approaching normality - some of the TV footage was horrible. Just because you are close by, shout out to anyone affected in San Pedro and Estepona, stay safe. The Chase made social media headlines over the last week and ITV have been surprisingly quiet about it all, me thinks too quiet maybe? Firstly, The Governess seems to have been given a much easier set of questions than contestants Sarah-Jane and Majorie. The ladies racked up an impressive 18 correct answers but were caught by Anne, thanks to, on the face of it, an easier set of questions. AND THEN Mark The Beast Labbett seemed to have been beaten by time only for
THE CHASE: This popular ITV show is an evening staple for many viewers. his final answer to be given by Dr Who side-kick Bradley, even though the clock clearly showed no time left before he completed his answer. The Chase is a staple of early evening viewing and doesn’t need anything messy clouding the format. Just a final thought, what do the
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GOOD morning, class. No talking at the back, please. I’d like to begin with a moan. A study sponsored by Sainsbury’s and Oxfam last year, calculated that more than 235 million articles of clothing were sent to landfill annually. Discarded clothing has been one of the fastest-growing sources of British waste over the past decade. The fashion industry relies on our irresistible compulsion for fast, cheap, disposable clothes. Especially uncomfortable, daft-looking clothes (and stiletto heels) worn by a ‘celeb’. Wear once, throw away. If it looks bizarre, it must be great. Well, I blame Brexit! It's obvious. People can see that crashing out of the EU single market and customs union is going to result in delays to the import of skinny jeans, fashion-forward tops and shoes, and naturally, higher prices. Just like car manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies, the fashionconscious ladies and gents of the UK have been compelled to stockpile in
contestants do all day? Win or not, they have all enjoyed their day and had a lovely time. If you know, let me know and if you fancy a bit of Come Dine With Me insight next week, let me know on that too? The Chase is on week days, ITV. Fans of box-sets might want to
search out Informer, via BBC iPlayer. This is a gritty and complex thriller about a counter-terrorism officer recruiting an East London lad to be, you guessed it, an informer. The story is solid and nothing is off limits for the script writers. Let’s quickly waltz through the latest episodes of Strictly. Seann Walsh and Katya Jones left on Sunday. I’m making no further comment on that. I will just mention the Halloween opening last week’s, themed apparently on the Mexican Day of the Dead Holiday. There is a lot of noise about the dancing having racist overtones. Now, I much prefer the All Saints Holiday to Halloween, but I’m not signing up to the racist complaints against Strictly. Three lads who I suspect could turn their hands to anything continue their Road Trip on ITV, Thursday. Gordon, Gino and Fred are brilliantly flung together to cheekily complete a road trip and have some Carry-On fun along the way. Last week the lads were in Scotland, there were some obvious kilt jokes and lots of scallops, combined with
Has hyper-consumerism turned us into a throwaway society?
TASTELESS: Overflowing landfills can be the true price of fashion. advance of the impending doom and then as usual afterwards, throw away! As if that wasn’t enough, we’re reading almost daily about the latest retailer forced to shut up shop on UK high streets, hit by online competition and rising costs, affecting thousands of jobs. High-profile failures include Maplin and Toys‘R’Us, whilst high street chains Marks & Spencer, Carphone Warehouse, New Look and Carpetright have had to close dozens of outlets to remain profitable. Incidentally looking ahead to Christmas, are you stumped for ideas for
some stunning Celtic scenery. I’m a fan, I’m sure the guys will be thrilled! Sunday evening brought us the start of a new BBC adaptation of The Little Drummer Girl. This is from the people who brought us The Night Manager, so that’s a good starting point? Well yes, a good start, but for anyone who knows John le Carre’s novel this is destined to be a much darker TV experience than Night Manager. The story is a spy drama set in the 1970’s following a bombing in East Germany. There is an Israeli intelligence investigation which undercovers a link to assassination attempts against leading Jewish people across the globe. Michael Shannon and Florence Pugh are the stars of this slow burning story. Stick with it. Dark Heat is a new detective drama from ITV, Wednesday evenings. First episode this week, so I will catch up with you on this one next week. Happy Viewing HappyViewing1@outlook.com
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Can they take legal action?
gifts? The new ‘Get My Gifts’ service offered by John Lewis (another retailer under pressure) will let shoppers ‘book their very own John Lewis gift guru’ to help them find the perfect gifts. Good grief! What’s the world come to when people need the services of a ‘gift guru’? A shocking manifestation of the hyper-consumerism that surrounds us. Shame on John Lewis for encouraging it. A final thought about fashion. If you want to stand out in the crowd, wear the Emperor’s New Clothes. Cost: zero. ‘Look at me’ factor: 100 per cent.
Our community has some villas on plots and some attached row houses. All the houses have the same roofs with roof-tiles. One owner has created a new living area by enclosing and roofing his small garden. This was done with no permission from the neighbours or the Community. Another owner demolished his tile roof and replaced it with a flat terrace, altering the general appearance of the whole housing estate. The Community AGM was never informed of these constructions even though the town hall issued a building permit for the terrace. Can we take legal action against these constructions? P V (Costa Blanca)
Nora Johnson’s psychological crime thrillers ‘The Girl in the Woods’, ‘The Girl in the Red Dress’, ‘No Way Back’, ‘Landscape of Lies’, ‘Retribution’, ‘Soul Stealer’and ‘The De Clerambault Code’ (www.nora-johnson.net) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.99;£0.99) and iBookstore. All profits go to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity.
Yes you can. In the David Searl first case, conYou and the Law struction of a new covered in Spain area means that one owner now has a larger share of the entire property and should pay higher community fees. In the other case, one member of a community may not alter the external appearance without approval of the AGM. You should place the issue on the official Agenda for the next AGM. The community can seek a court order to have the new construction demolished and the original appearance restored.
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Appalling views bring shame I AM appalled at your newspaper for publishing a biased and homophobic column by Leapy Lee! Saying you aren’t ‘homophobic’ does not mean you aren’t. Referring to minorities as ‘The lunatics are taking over the asylum’ sums up this columnist’s true feelings. I am all for freedom of speech but not this kind of attack on any minority! Shame on him, but even more shame on your editorial team for allowing this to be published and distributed. I appreciate that leaving the civility of the UK there will be some adjustment to my new life but I had no idea Spain was so far back in allowing the promotion of such views. Absolutely disgusted! Jamie Truby
True meaning MAUREEN COMYN unfortunately does not understand democracy. It is their right to say yes or no. The bakery was well within its rights to say no to the wording on the cake. Pete
Chilly dip I HAVE been a regular user of the Albox pool since it opened. Now the mayor of Albox has not only had the gym closed down, but the pool is not open in the mornings any more except on Saturday. There is only one lifeguard having to cover these hours (poor guy). I have been to the town hall twice to complain, not just about the hours, but that the electric for hairdriers was turned off (now sorted, but it took two weeks). Now the heating for the pool has been turned off. It’s freezing and as nearly all the people who use it at 4pm are OAPs we need the pool heated. It seems to me that the mayor is determined to have the community centre completely closed down. Needless to say myself and many friends of all nationalities will not use it until the pool is at least 27 degrees C. Give us pensioners our warm pool back please! Mrs T Turpie
Police no help I READ the article about fake gas inspectors with interest and I note the last part that says to phone the police if a stranger calls at your door without an appointment. I think you should be aware that if anyone does call the police it is a waste of time. The police arrive and the first thing they ask you is ‘did you let them in?’ To which my answer was yes, as they told me they were
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more money than the job would normally cost and in Spain no checks take place without appointments and we were just too nice for trusting these people. So phoning the police is a waste of time. Angela
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Animal charity boss faces probe over donations from UK Scam of a rescue , after sending money and goods for years, I finally saw the light. Got blocked for asking after the animals, but was a very active member before. Peter €54,000 spent in one year on vets bills… ermmmm the published accounts aren’t saying that for any year so what year exactly? Many people including registered successful rescues have offered help with some of his dogs, offered sanctuary and all expenses paid rehabilitation. Considering he was claiming to be down to his last few euros and desperate for food, he subsequently blocked everyone who offered these dogs a lifeline! EWN User His lies have been shown time and time again, claiming to have rescued puppies when he in fact bought them from a breeder. Despicable living conditions and refusing help from rescuers in Spain but then publicly mocking them in his rants, yet strangely remains elusive despite requests from genuine rescuers to meet face to face? The truth will out, it always does. EWN User
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Clocks go BACK this weekend - and why it could be for the last time in Spain Anyone remember Double Summer time? 1970’s. Lovely long evenings, but darker mornings - when no one really cares. These days so many people go to work in the dark all year round anyway. Try commuting for an hour into London, to get to the office by 8! PM Light evenings are a major benefit and makes living in Spain so much nicer. It is brilliant being able to enjoy the daylight until 6.00pm while gloomy Britain starts getting dark at 3.30pm in the middle of winter and everyone feels depressed. Making the evenings darker and having an extra hour of daylight when you are getting up in the morning or still asleep isn’t really an improvement. Keep things as they are!! Angus
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There has been a very strong feeling through these last few weeks. This feeling has been one of spirituality. Your thoughts have been deeper than usual and the sense that there is more to life is acute. This, therefore, gives an impetus to everything that you do this week. The need to progress both on the home and business front has rarely been stronger.
TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) In the last few weeks there may have been a sense of being not quite in control. That is something to deal with this week. Real progress will only be made when you have faced what is not wanted. You will rid yourself of any negative emotions quickly by facing them.
GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) You are a great charmer but it is possible to have too much of a good thing. Is there the possibility that your romantic life needs tidying up? Perhaps the number of irons that you have in the fire is causing problems? This week, make it a priority to simplify your life. Be strong and straight with others. A clean slate for the future means not letting small matters run away with you.
CANCER (June 22 - July 23) The ever-inquisitive part of your brain is in high spirits. Clearly there is much to be known and enjoyed over the coming months. Begin at the beginning though. Before you throw yourself into a spiritual or business endeavour, get the facts. I don't mean what people tell you they think. What you
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LEO (July 24 - August 23) Certainly there have been times that you felt crestfallen. Sometimes circumstances bring us down. Avoid believing in the myth of ‘what should have been’. What you are is not what others see but what you feel inside. Success does not depend upon your bank balance but rather more your spiritual progress.
VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) The changes that have already started in the way that you see your life have given pause for thought. You are sure that you could have done better but maybe it is not clear how. Take a step back now and see where you came from. Two years ago where were you heading? Do you still want to follow that path? A need to get back on track can start this week.
LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) It becomes clear to you that some friends are drifting away. We all have to make changes as life itself is a constantly shifting event. You prefer to hold on to what is familiar and you are not alone in that. At the moment, however, there is much for you to experience, see and feel. Sometimes this brings you discomfort and sometimes unimaginable joy.
SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) With a lot of pent-up energy and not a little determination the month is off to a strong start with you. Be aware, however, that treading on the toes of influential people is not to be advised. Your feeling that you are right is admirable, but be tactful.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) You of all people understand the importance of the spiritual side of life. Despite being successful in your own right there is the need to bring this to other people. In sharing your experiences this year you come to a better understanding yourself.
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Your practical streak is in full force. Over the next months you will bring much benefit to those around you, in financial terms perhaps, but also spiritually. This week, in itself, shows you how others value your presence and advice.
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Cryptic Across 1 Part confused, the cad! (6) 4 Services for the common people (6) 9 Piece of furniture that's chosen by PM (7) 10 A display of bad temper in the theatre? (5) 11 Irish county with the right civic head (5) 12 Acted improperly about. He defrauded (7) 13 Engineer met harassed senior school staff (11) 18 Sends back profits (7) 20 In French street, go back for rascal (5) 22 Measure broken china (5) 23 The Spanish man's a gent, strangely charming (7) 24 Very bad to rent out (6) 25 Builder's requisite, a bit of mustard or salt (6) Down 1 Leave bit of electronic equipment after last month (6) 2 Cat upset by bat (5) 3 Concentrated on giving money to Communist (7) 5 Part of a church in Paisley (5) 6 Curse about extremely threadbare pullover (7) 7 Stayed around stable (6) 8 Possibly rocks at news of prepared
response (5,6) 14 Take out former partner's piece of land (7) 15 Newly promoted male avoided underwater missile (7) 16 A degree of aggro, certainly, for the
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shopkeeper (6) 17 He ate rack of lamb, including a stove (6) 19 Hair treatment provided by barber in Seville (5) 21 Hard work produced by good right back (5)
Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 13 represents B and 26 represents R, so fill in B every time the figure 13 appears and R every time the figure 26 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.
Across 1 Cut off from a whole (5) 3 Japanese fish dish (5) 6 Beer (3) 8 Hide from view or knowledge (5,2) 9 Every day (5) 10 Piece of music (4) 13 From a particular thing, place or position (4) 14 Income received for work (5) 17 Three pronged spear (7) 18 Small green vegetable (3) 19 Indications (5) 20 Borders (5)
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Across 1 Musician (6) 4 Evangelio (6) 9 Swedish (f) (5) 10 Scorpion (7) 11 Surtido (8) 12 Nails (human) (4) 14 Golden (6) 16 Más profundo (6) 19 Elbow (4) 20 Portable (8) 23 Buitre (7) 24 Aceituna (5) 25 Asustado (6) 26 Traffic jam (6)
Down 1 Counterfeit (4) 2 Remember (6) 3 Rescue (4) 4 Pile of discarded metal (9) 5 Compel to behave in a certain way (6) 7 Proceeding or issuing forth, as from a source (9) 11 Desert plant (6) 12 Unnerve (6) 15 In smaller quantity (4) 16 Go across or through (4)
The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.
Down 1 Mostaza (7) 2 Pasos (5) 3 Square (shape) (8) 5 Buttonhole (of garment) (4) 6 Chirivía (7) 7 Monday (5) 8 To be born (5) 13 Remolacha (8) 15 Knee (7) 17 Filling (culinary) (7) 18 Dinero (5) 19 Cuevas (5) 21 Gemelos (5) 22 Grosero (maleducado) (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 (FACTOR) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
BONITO DAINTY ECHOES ENABLE FACTOR (10) FENNEL FERRIC HALLOW METEOR MOROSE SPEEDY SPOTTY STEREO TALLOW TEETHE TELLER TERROR THIRST ZENITH
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Sheave 2 Netted 3 Behest 4 Memory 5 Teethe 6 Sweaty 7 Tedium 8 Warmth 9 Odious 10 Demand 11 Assert 12 Upside 13 Tartar 14 Copter 15 Rental 16 Marrow 17 Mature 18 Marmot 19 Helmet.
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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 C) 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.
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TARGET: • Average: 16 • Good: 22
• Very good: 32 • Excellent: 42
SCORING: 4 letters: 1 point 7 letters: 5 points 5 letters: 2 points 8 or more letters: 6 letters: 3 points 11 points
Average: 11 Good: 15 Very good: 22
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rein rent rite ruin rune runt tern tier tire true turn weir wire wren writ inert inner inter inure inurn niter nitre titer titre trine trite tuner urine uteri utter write intern nutter tinner tinter triune twiner winner winter witter nuttier written nutrient UNWRITTEN
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS
QUICK Across: 1 Stand, 4 Debug, 7 Stalemate, 8 Ruby, 10 Delays, 12 Family, 13 Bold, 16 Assistant, 18 Sides, 19 Dregs.
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Down: 1 Sever, 2 Ass, 3 Deaf, 4 Diesel, 5 Bravado, 6 Guess, 9 Bemused, 11 Closes, 12 Flats, 14 Darts, 15 Wand, 17 Toe.
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1 Siam, 3 Emaciate, 9 Hunters, 10 Suite, 11 Bulge, 12 Absent, 14 Resent, 16 Candle, 19 Parson, 21 Resit, 24 Slime, 25 Acetate, 26 Sprinter, 27 Beds.
7 Carpeta, 9 Until, 10 Egoísta, 11 Sense, 12 Syrup, 14 Daisies, 16 Suspect, 18 Necks, 20 Often, 22 Nephews, 24 Talon, 25 Scooter.
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1 Schubert, 2 Annul, 4 Mishap, 5 Costs, 6 Aligned, 7 Ever, 8 Demean, 13 Restless, 15 Shadier, 17 Agreed, 18 Engage, 20 Sheen, 22 Shake, 23 Asks.
1 Screws, 2 Arco iris, 3 Bees, 4 Question, 5 Atún, 6 Pliers, 8 Ataud, 13 Pregnant, 15 Incierto, 16 Shorts, 17 Tunes, 19 Sastre, 21 Tela, 23 Peor.
App of the week Popemon Go CLEVER Catholics trying to get children interested in religion have devised a new game based on Pokemon Go, but rather than hunt down monsters, users search for and capture saints. The Follow Jesus Christ app was released in Rome by evangelical group Fundacion Ramon Pane. It’s believed the Pope was introduced to the game on its release and commended it for using technology as a tool to convert the masses. It uses virtual reality with geolocation or GPS.
QUIZ: BLACK IS BLACK 1. By what other name is Arrangement in Grey and Black No 1, a painting in oils on canvas created by the American-born painter James McNeill Whistler in 1871, better known? 2. Cilla Black’s version of which Bacharach and David song was the UK’s biggest-selling single by a female artist in the 1960s? 3. Featuring a profile of Queen Victoria, in which year was the Penny Black, the world’s first adhesive postage stamp used in a public postal system first issued in Great Britain? 4. Now owned by Nestlé, which English confectionery business based in York, originally created the British brand of boxed chocolates Black Magic in 1933? 5. What is the English name of the chocolate sponge cake with a rich cherry filling that is based on the German dessert Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte? 6. What name connects a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades and a
police vehicle for transporting prisoners? 7. What nickname was given to the force of temporary constables recruited to assist the Royal Irish Constabulary (RIC) during the Irish War of Independence, the Royal Irish Constabulary Special Reserve? 8. What was the real name of the English pirate, nicknamed Blackbeard, who operated around the West Indies and the eastern coast of Britain's North American colonies between 1716 and 1718? 9. What was the title of Black Box’s first UK hit single, which reached number one in September 1989? 10. Which English professional football club, currently playing in League One, are nicknamed the Black Cats? Not a lot of people know that... Vantablack is the world’s darkest material. It absorbs 99.965 per cent of light, making the surface it covers look like a void.
Answers: 1. WHISTLER’S MOTHER, 2. ANYONE WHO HAD A HEART, 3. 1840 (accept 1835 to 1845), 4. ROWNTREE’S, 5. BLACK FOREST GATEAUX, 6. BLACK MARIA, 7. BLACK AND TANS, 8. EDWARD TEACH or EDWARD THATCH, 9. RIDE ON TIME, 10. SUNDERLAND
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*David Schwimmer, Actor; November 2, 66 also worked as a stand-up comedian in Colorado Friends favourite David Schwimmer became clubs, which led to her appearance on America’s known as paleontologist Ross Geller on the cult The Tonight Show. sitcom, a role for which he won a Screen Actors *Sean Combs, Rapper; November 4, 69 Also known as Diddy, P Diddy and Puff Daddy, Guild Award for Outstanding Performance. In 2016, he portrayed Robert Kardashian on the FX Sean Combs is a Grammy Award-winning hipseries The People v OJ Simpson: American hop mogul whose debut album, No Way Out, Bryan Adams. Crime Story. went seven times platinum. His song ‘I’ll Be *Roseanne Barr, TV Actress and Comedian; Missing You’ was a Number One Billboard hit. *Bryan Adams, Rock Singer; November 5, 59 November 3, 52 Award-winning actress Roseanne Barr, is famous for Canadian singer-songwriter Bryan Adams is best known playing the title role in the sitcome Roseanne. Its 1993 for his songs ‘Everything I Do, I Do It For You’ and episode ‘A Stash from the Past’ was named the 21st ‘Summer of ‘69’. He has received 15 Juno Awards over the course of his lengthy career. Before he became famous century greatest episode of all time by TV Guide. She
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.
he travelled with his diplomat father and saved up money as a dishwasher to purchase a guitar as a young teenager. *Sally Field, Actress; November 6, 46 In American sitcom TVs Gidget, Sally Field won several Best Actress Oscars and portrayed Mary Todd Lincoln in Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln. She played Sister Bertrille in The Flying Nun from 1967 to 1970. She also supported Hillary Clinton in her 2008 presidential campaign. *David de Gea, Goalkeeper; November 7, 90 Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea, joined Manchester United in 2011 after spending two seasons with La Liga club Atletico Madrid, where he led the team to a UEFA Europa League title and a UEFA Super Cup Championship eight years ago.
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1493 - Christopher Columbus returns to Spain after his first voyage to the New World. 1496 - The Jews are expelled from Syria. 1507 - Cesare Borgia dies while fighting alongside his brother, the king of Navarre, in Spain. 1609 - The Bermuda Islands became an English colony. 1702 - The Daily Courant, the first regular English newspaper is published. 1876 - Alexander Graham Bell makes first telephone call to Thomas Watson. 1879 - The British Zulu War begins. 1894 - Coca-Cola is sold in bottles for the first time. 1910 - Slavery is abolished in China. 1945 - American B29 bombers attack Tokyo, killing 100,000 1949 - Almost four years after the end of World War II, clothes rationing in Great Britain ends. 1969 - James Earl Ray pleads guilty of murdering Dr Martin Luther King and is sentenced to 99 years. 1985 - Mikhail Gorbachev is named the new Soviet leader. 1988 - The Prince of Wales narrowly avoids death in Switzerland in an avalanche which kills one of his closest friends. 1994 - The Church of England ordains women priests.
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FOUR armed robbers are killed in a failed heist attempt, only to have their widows step up to finish the job in this modern-day thriller set against the backdrop of crime, passion and corruption. Widows is the story of four women with nothing in common except a debt left behind by the dead husbands’ criminal activities. Set in contemporary Chicago, amid a time of turmoil, tensions build when Veronica (Oscar winner Viola Davis), Linda (Michelle Rodriguez), Alice (Elizabeth Debicki) and Belle (Cynthia Erivo), take their fate into their own hands and conspire to forge a future on their own terms. The 20th Century Fox film which is directed by Steve McQueen, also stars Liam Neeson, Colin Farrell, and Robert Duvall. To be released in November.
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THE 28-day non-smoking challenge, Stoptober, has come to an end, which apparently makes those of you who took part five times more likely to quit for good. You are now carbon monoxide free, can breathe easier, and reap the benefits of improvements to lung function and circulation. Unfortunately, aesthetic improvements are more difficult to naturally recover. Smokers are more susceptible to premature ageing, sagging skin, stained teeth and hair loss. So why not reward your smoke-free body with a new healthier look. As a consequence of smoking, teeth yellow, discolour and stain due to the tar and nicotine contained within cigarettes. The porous properties of teeth mean these products are easily absorbed, often penetrating stains deep into the tooth enamel making them stubborn to remove. Using an activated charcoal toothpaste such as White Glo’s Charcoal Deep Stain Remover Toothpaste easily eradicates pestering tooth stains. This specialist formula uses high absorbent charcoal technology to instantly trap coloured particles, bad breath and
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DAZZLE: Enhance your smile while fighting the fags. whiten teeth. Whilst activated charcoal particles remove stubborn stains and detoxify the
mouth. Suitable for everyday use, this toothpaste has a low abrasion formula which protects teeth
against cavities. Smoking exposes your skin to 4,000 chemicals making it even
Look after your diet at work STRESSING about issues at work can often lead to a poor diet and irregular eating patterns. The normal working day can start off well with a healthy breakfast, but by lunchtime and mid-afternoon, a hectic environment can lead to unplanned snacks or nothing to eat at all. Tight deadlines, overlapping meetings and other work commitment make us delay what we eat or opt for the wrong sort of things. According to experts, stress -eating is a big point of concern among office goers, and stress and anxiety-induced hunger can have long-term effect on the waistline. Doctors from SL Raheja Hospital in Delhi, claim that making simple and smart food choices throughout the working day can help boost creativity and productivity, while keeping fatigue and stress to a minimum. Tips to help make the most of your day include, having a
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AVOID JUNK: Healthier options help improve productivity and reduce stress levels. good breakfast, banning sugary snacks from the workplace and drinking plenty of water. It’s advisable to steer clear of sugary, caffeine laden drinks, and always eat a home-made lunch. Healthy snacks such as nuts, almonds and raisins, tubs of raw or roasted vegetables and fruit smoothies are also a good idea.
more damaging than sunbathing. Premature ageing is one of the main reasons smokers look 1.4 years older than their actual age. Nicotine contained within cigarettes causes vasoconstriction, the narrowing of arteries which limits the blood supply to smaller blood vessels. This suboptimal blood supply deprives the skin of anti-oxidants, moisture, oxygen and vitamin C which help to keep skin looking healthy, young and supple. A smoker’s skin is also subject to sagging and wrinkles due to a high exposure to free radicals which break down collagen and elastin. Rejuvenate your skin by consuming foods with a high concentration of antioxidants such as spinach, almonds and oranges to support collagen production and improve skin elasticity. Moisturise daily and drink plenty of water to quench the thirst of your dehydrated skin.
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a traditional correfoc. Adults will be able to participate in a guided tour of the local cemetery throughout the evening, but will need to register in advance as there is limited space.
HALLOWEEN: Demons in Palma.
THERE is a chance to enjoy a delicious meal in one of the top restaurants in Port Adriano without breaking the bank when the sixth Annual Food Passion events takes place throughout November. Eight restaurants have agreed to offer special set three-course menus, priced between €16 and €18 every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the month The restaurants taking part are Vino del Mar, Marisquería El Faro, Coast by East, Giusseppe Restaurant, La Oca Pizzeria, UMI Mallorca, Bruno Restaurant and Sa Cantina Café. So, if you have always wanted to try a range of food from sushi to pizzas through to the freshest and local Mallorcan produce at some really attractive prices, then take advantage
of this very special offer as you sit in an opulent setting of the port facing the sea. Full menus for each of the restaurants can be viewed at the events page online, at www.portadriano.com.
SET MENU: Enjoy the best food for less.
A football legend THERE might just be time to contact Legends Bar in Alcudia, which is hosting a closed doors charity event tomorrow night (Friday) at 8.30pm with special guest Liverpool football legend Alan Kennedy. As a full back, he first played for Newcastle at the age of 18 and remained there for five years before being transferred to Liverpool, where he spent eight years at a time when the club dominated the football league
and won the European Cup twice, with him scoring in each final. He retired after playing more than 500 games for a selection of teams, and went on to run two soccer academies and is now a regular after dinner speaker and football pundit. Tickets for the night cost €25 and all profits will be shared between The Allen Graham Charity, Dogs For You and The Indee Rose Trust, so if you
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CELEBRATE Halloween the traditional Mallorcan way in Palma this year, with an unforgettable evening at Sa Riera Park this Saturday
STILL ACTIVE: Former Liverpool legend Alan Kennedy. fancy a night remembering the heady days of Liverpool and the chance to view the bar’s selection of signed football
shirts and other memorabilia, call them quickly on 871 711 318 to see whether tickets remain.
A Different Kind of Blue THERE is no doubt that the late jazz musician Miles Davis was a genius, but he was also a flawed character who still managed to attract some of the best musicians of the 20th century to play with, over his long career. As part of the Jazz Voyeur Festival, there will be a free screening of the documentary A Different Kind of Blue which records his performance at the 1970 Isle of Wight Festival before a crowd of 600,000. Davis had first recorded A Kind of Blue in 1959 but for this appearance, the musicians improvised around the album using electric instruments, hence the title of the film. The documentary includes interviews with the musicians who accompanied him on that day, as well as comments from Miles Davis about his move to electric jazz which was
personified in the ground breaking Bitches Brew. Also appearing in the film and talking about this groundbreaking trumpet player are Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Carlos Santana, Keith Jarrett, Joni Mitchell and Ron Carter. The film starts at 8pm at the Teatre Municipal Catalina Valls in Palma on Thursday and for more information visit https://jazzvoyeurfestival.es.
STILL INFLUENTIAL: Statue of Miles Davis in Kielce, Poland.
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How to avoid time-wasters IT is a sad fact that there are a lot of time-wasters or voyeurs out there who want to come and look around people’s houses when they have no intention of buying. To sort out the buyers from the spiers, pre-qualify them by asking a few questions before arranging a viewing. Explain that there is a lot of interest in the property, and as you’ve had some people who were complete time wasters, you need to make sure that potential buyers are serious. Go over the details of your property like how many bathrooms, bed-
rooms etc. Listen for buying signals. People who ask a lot of questions, or people visualising themselves in the room. Asking about the property’s utility bills, taxes, community fees, rubbish collections and requesting a second viewing are also good signs. Voyeurs look at photos and ask questions about you and your family, being over friendly. They are only interested in you, not the property. Over-complimenting the decor could mean a guilty conscience and subsequently no offer. Ask questions like: ‘Are you sell-
ing too? What stage are you at? Who is selling it?’ This information can then be checked. ‘Are you in a chain? Is this going to be a holiday home or are you moving here?’ are good questions to ask. ‘It doesn't have enough bedrooms’, means they never looked at the property description and are maybe just being nosy. Depending on their answers, you can assess their level of seriousness and decide if you want them in your house. If you’re not sure, say you’ll have to refer to your partner and will call them back.
Try to get some background about why they’re interested in your property. Working locally or having family nearby re-inforces their reasoning for buying. These are all good reasons for having a selling agent. The best ones will ask all the right questions and hopefully only bring people serious about buying.
TIME WASTERS: Let an agency pre-select potential buyers.
CO NOR MC GR E GOR is recovering from his emphatic defe a t a t t h e h a n d s o f Russian rival Khabib Nurmagomedov in Las Vegas, by holing up in his luxury Marbella villa. The Dublin-born fighter, 30, known for his left hook and motor mouth, bought the dre a m h o m e a fe w months ago. The st y l i sh b o l t h o l e is part of a €17 million development for the super-rich called The Heights, which is bas ed o n t h e L a R e s in a country club estate which is proving popular with sports stars. McGregor ’s gated home enjoys v i e ws o v e r th e Mediterranean, and is set among wh a t h a s b e c o me known as the ‘Superstars Cul de Sac.’ Neighbours include former Danish national goalkeeper T h o m a s So r e n s en and ex - To t t e n h a m s tar Steven Carr. Photos reveal that the villa is a lap of luxury, with a spacious lounge overlooking the water and a billiards room to cater for his competitiveness. The swanky pad boasts a wine ce l l a r, p o o l a c c e s s from a l l r o o m s, a n d lifts covering all floors.Villas are situated on the fourth, fifth and ninth holes of the La Resina Golf Course between the old town of Es-
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LUXURY LIVING: Conor McGregor’s villa packs a punch. tepona and the port of Puerto Banus. McGregor can also enjoy evenings around sunken fire pits and outdoor relaxation areas alongside the infinity pool. T h e s mart h o me h a s a n
automation system throughout, to control features such as lighting, air conditioning and entertainment systems. R is ing Totte nha m a nd England star Harry Winks, 22, also has a home on the estate.
M c G re gor w a s a ble to turn his boxing los s to Floyd Mayweather into an €87 million payday, and is set to pocket €57 million from his UFC defeat to Nurmagomedov, in view of his canny business deals.
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Let the worms do the job AS autumn sets in and the leaves turn, most gardeners tend to follow traditional advice and get out the spade to dig over the garden. It’s a long held belief that this aerates the soil, reduces weeds and boosts fertility, an unquestioned annual tradition. But apparently, when tested scientifically, the backbreaking job has often failed to deliver such benefits, and in some cases may have had the exact opposite effect. Digging, in particular the practice of ‘double digging’, is one of the most timeconsuming and physically demanding jobs in horticulture. Though on very heavily compacted soils (such as those that have been trodden on when wet) it can improve the crumblike structure and introduce beneficial air pockets, but studies have shown that in most cases this practice does more harm than good. Helpfully, the natural action of earthworms in soil create the perfect structure and fill it with little, air-filled channels, which digging apparently destroys. Rather than keeping weeds at bay, digging brings seeds to the surface, stimulating their germination.
EVERY home should have a piece of art, and there are reasons why. Affordable, quick and easy, it can transform the style of a room and make it feel more elegant, luxurious or quirky, while adding personality to a bland space. It doesn’t have to cost the earth, and a canvas, art print or vintage painting can make a huge difference. Art creates a focal point, like a fireplace, which is a design rule when it comes to interiors. The aim is to draw the
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MULCH: Spreading compost is more effective than digging. Digging can break the long roots of bindweed, which actually helps cultivate them by turning them into root cuttings that can then spread. As experts learn more about the importance of beneficial microbes to soil fertility, they are discovering that a lot are killed by digging, particularly by exposure to sunlight when the soil is turned. So, what’s the alternative? Studies
show that applying a layer of organic matter such as a mulch over the top of the soil, about 10cm thick, gives good results. This can be anything from home-made compost to leaf mould or wood chippings. Friendly bacteria apparently breaks down the mulch, which is then drawn down into the soil by worms, increasing the population of these organisms that in turn do the digging.
MORE than a third of house viewers would walk away from an untidy property which is crammed with personal items, according to a new study. Other unattractive characteristics that can ruin a sale include patterned or bright wallpaper, vinyl flooring, chandeliers and unbelievably, toilet seats. The research, carried out by Privilege Home Insurance, also revealed that cleanliness was the overall
Mood enhancing and visual eye to something attractive, preferably in the centre of the room. A balance between colour, texture and depth is another good interior design concept, and hanging art on the wall adds an extra visual layer to the scheme. It can also help create a mood. Red or orange colours work well when trying to create a lively or energetic feel,
while greens and blues have a relaxing, calming effect, and warm colours can make a room feel welcoming. Many modern homes can be full of neutral colours, and a piece of art is a subtle, fast way to inject colour. It can form a guide for picking rugs, cushions and other accessories. The added benefit is the whole scheme can be
changed affordably by buying a new canvas or painting and a few other complementary items. In this way, personal style and statements can also be in-
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winner when home buyers were asked what would prompt a second viewing and perhaps a sale. This was followed by outdoor space, a walk-in wardrobe and kitchen storage. Surprisingly, the findings suggest that women are 10 per cent more likely to point out structural issues, damp, bad lighting, a lack of natural light, storage and outdoor issues, as well as bad DIY jobs.
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Nick Horne The Rich Pick Freelance correspondent, London, England JUST 50 pre-1917 Imperial Eggs completed, these exceptional creations are some of the most valuable and coveted objects ever to have been made. Now in a contemporary fashion, a new Fabergé Egg has been created. Two of the world’s most esteemed houses of luxury have joined forces to create one unique object for one discerning patron. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Fabergé announced the ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg. For the first time in history, an example of the Spirit of Ecstasy, the mascot of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars since 1911, is cocooned in an exquisite, contemporary, Fabergé Egg. The design, conceived by RollsRoyce Designers Stefan Monro and Alex Innes and rendered by Fabergé Lead Designer Liisa Talgren, has been brought to life by Fabergé workmaster Paul Jones, creating a contemporary interpretation of one of the world’s most fabled and prized possessions. Sean Gilbertson, Chief Executive Officer, Fabergé said, “A unique moment in both our companies’ history, the creation of the ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Egg represents the meeting of two masters of unrivalled quality and design, showcasing two globally recognised symbols - the Fabergé Egg and the Spirit of Ecstasy.” The commissioning of a Rolls-Royce Motor Car is often a seminal moment for the patron, so
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EGG-CELLENT: This intrinsic design is contemporary and unique. too is the commissioning of a Fabergé Egg. This Egg is destined for a great collector of both brands. A team of seven craftspeople from Fabergé undertook the challenge of fabricating the design using the finest materials, and extraordinary skill as artist jewellers. At first glance, the Egg is unmistakable in its character. Design cues from Fabergé’s heritage
are masterfully woven into the intricate design which stands at 160mm and weighs just 400g, with the Egg harnessing the ‘surprise and delight’ attributes for which Imperial Eggs are celebrated. The Egg rests on an engine-turned, hand-engraved, purple enamel guilloché base of 18-carat white gold. Rose gold arms define the shape, acting as a protective chamber for the Egg’s precious inhabitant. Upon operating the movement via a discreet
lever at the base of the stand, a sense of theatre ensues as the boughs open to present the fine figurine of the Spirit of Ecstasy, hand-sculpted in frosted rock crystal, standing nobly in her opulent surrounds. The rose gold vanes, embellished with nearly 10 carats of round white diamonds, resolve into swathes of natural amethyst weighing over 390 carats, selected for its colour saturation and quality. The purple hue of the enamel and amethyst provide a playful nod to the use of colour found in Fabergé’s heritage. Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO of Rolls-Royce, said “The Spirit of Ecstasy Fabergé Egg was born from an intrinsic desire to further the realms of Bespoke personalisation. Responding to the continuing demands of patrons in search of unique, cherished possessions, a designer at the House of Rolls-Royce sketched an Egg, igniting a fascination that will undoubtedly become one of the most collectable items of modern times.” The Egg was first displayed at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in Goodwood, England, to a gathering of guests on October 23. The Egg will be on public display in Fabergé’s London shop window at Christmas, seeking one careful owner. Nick Horne, London, England.
Discover how to make the most of the month ahead with your November Astrology, Numerology and Tarot Forecast... Sally Trotman www.sallytrotman.com Sally Trotman is a qualified Counsellor who works with Astrology, Numerology and the Tarot. Each month she will deliver the forecast as an intuitive tool to aid increased self awareness.
ASTROLOGY : what’s your passion? Sun in Scorpio : This month the sun is ruled by the watery and sensitive sign of Scorpio. This deep thinking sign is helping you to do what you love and love what you do. Who and what lights your inner fire? Move towards those who inspire and uplift you. Spend time on projects that excite you. Start a new energising hobby. Whatever you do, make sure you do it with passion and commitment. Scorpio is in it for the long haul. What would you be happy doing for the rest of your days? A Scorpio mantra to consider - if it isn’t wow, it isn’t worth it! Get in tune with the moon : make new connections On November 7 the new moon in
Scorpio starts the month off with a bang. As the fireworks rise up in the sky this year consider what you would like to launch into as we head towards the new year. Scorpio’s ruling planets are Mars and Pluto. This explosive combination reminds you to keep your emotions in check although that might be difficult at times. Long buried emotions may surface this month which will bring transformation to all your relationships. The full moon on November 23 is in the sign of Gemini. This airy sign brings some light relief as we move out of the depths of our emotions and into a more jovial mood. The sun moves into the sign of playful Sagittarius the day before the full moon. Accept all party invitations and enjoy the more outgoing planetary energy now.
of repeated number patterns, white feathers and penny coins in your path. The universe often sends visual confirmation to guide so keep an open mind. Trust your intuition and know that your hunches, rather than your mind will help you this month.
Numerology : follow your heart Number 11 : This master number represents inspiration, illumination and spiritual enlightenment. Watch out for synchronicity this month. Notice the signs being sent to you by the universe this month in the form
The Tarot : In the Tarot deck, the 11th card in the M a j o r Arcana picture deck is the card of Justice. The figure of Justice sits comfortably between two pillars and symbolises the need for balance, law and structure. The influence of this card indicates that the fairest decision will be made. Justice is the sword that cuts through a situation and will not be swayed by outer beauty when deciding what is fair and just. Do not be influenced by outer appearances this month. Trust your inner wisdom and try to balance logic with intuition when
making decisions. Observe and be impartial when dealing with difficult or emotionally charged situations to make the best choices for you. Decisions made this month may have long lasting effects so take time to make clear choices from a place of peace. Affirmation : I am living my joy and my truth Do you have questions about your relationships, career, home or health? By looking at the unique numbers in your date of birth, planetary influences and associated Tarot Cards, an Astrology, Numerology and Tarot Consultation can help you to become clearer, calmer and more confident about your current and future opportunities. Sally has over 15 years experience of intuitively counselling and guiding her clients to a place of peace and fulfilment. Consultations are held on Skype, Face time, and Facebook video and cost £25 for 30 mins, £40 for 45 mins or £50 for one hour. To book in contact at sally.trotman@btinternet.com or visit www.sallytrotman.com.
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TECH FOR THE TIMID PITY the poor American TV couchpotato, who has to endure up to 20 minutes of commercials every hour. They are often at peak volume, barking out excruciating exhortations to buy everything from haemorrhoid creams to legal assistance for problems you didn’t know you had. Spain has ‘only’ 15 minutes of ads an hour, though the EU hopes to standardise commercial breaks to 12 minutes. Happy days for the Brits, even disregarding the glorious ad-free environment of the public BBC, UK broadcasters ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 show an average of just seven minutes of commercials an hour. Advertising is the price we pay (increasingly) for getting stuff free. When that nice philanthropist Jeff Bezos of Amazon offered to sell us Kindles at cost price if we’d put up with ads on the home screen, rivals thought we’d never buy it. Amazon has since sold tens of millions of ad-subsidised ‘special
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COMMERCIALS: Americans are exposed to at least 4,000 a day. offer’ Kindles. But are we heading for ‘peak ad’? The willingness of increasing numbers of people to pay subscriptions for their ad-free ‘content’ suggests many of us have simply had enough. As growing numbers of viewers desert the traditional commercial TV channels, is regulating how much time advertisers can spend trying to sell us stuff, a little like
shuffling those proverbial Titanic deckchairs? Eyebrows went skywards last year when a survey insisted the average American is exposed to at least 4,000 adverts a day. A sceptical reporter decided to check. He gave up counting when he got to 487 and was barely past breakfast. What do we do when an overwhelmance of ads gives us the
screaming habdabs? Of course we can switch off, or we can subscribe to on-demand TV without ads. Here’s a more practical option for those of us who (still) love the so-called ‘free to air’ TV channels, and want to buck the trend which will see most folks in the developed world buying four monthly ‘content’ subscriptions by 2020, and younger folks supporting a 10-aday habit. It’s simple: skip the ads. No, that doesn’t mean heading into the kitchen four times an hour to make a cuppa, for bladder or for worse. Don’t watch live TV. Record it, and zap through the ads. Easypeasy. Assuming you’re watching via a traditional antenna or a satellite dish, just replace your tuner or decoder with a TV recorder for somewhere between €100 and €200. But good luck when the thing starts gaining on you. When you’re recording more TV than you can possibly watch, welcome to the club.
GROWING numbers of TVs now have built-in recorders, and a price-tag to match. For those of us further down the food chain, standalone TV tuner-recorders range from analogue models for TV coming into our homes through a traditional antenna, to the newer ones for satellite. Gone are the days when programming your VCR took a degree in electronics - or a passing six-year-old. These days you just pull up the programme guide, find the show you want and press the big red button. Even if the programme moves, technology will do the rest when it airs, and if it’s a series it will even record every subsequent episode. Then sit back to prove my personal contention: that some commercials actually make more sense viewed at x8 or x16.
Wo-Man United? Mike Senker In my opinion Views of a Grumpy Old Man QUICK - Get some of the sexist nose blowers while you still can. It has taken 60 years, but Kleenex is finally renaming their ‘mansize’ tissues after getting customer complaints. The facial tissues formerly known as mansize, will now be branded ‘extra large’. The parent company, Kimberly Clark, have succumbed to growing public demand to change the name, despite not itself believing that the branding suggests or endorses gender inequality. Growing demand my a**e! It’s a bunch of raving nutters! What next? Get rid of Man United and Man City football clubs? How come I’ve never ever met a real person face to face that actually believes in all this nonsense? Have you? Even more from the PC brigade. Manchester University (should it even still be called Manchester University?) student union want to ban clapping, whooping and cheering, in an attempt to be more inclusive towards those with anxiety or sensory issues, in favour of the British Sign Language jazz-hands version of appreciation. But, after most of the media went crazy about this idea, the University then said it was actually not banning it - they were offering an alternative
and was not compulsory. Stop - you are bonkers! I’ve mentioned apps like Uber and Just Eat before, and though I have used Uber when in the UK or US, I have always steered away from Just Eat, as I don’t know where the food is coming from. It turns out I made a good decision. This week it has come to light that the rating the app gives their eateries, bears absolutely no resemblance to the ones the local councils give them for hygiene. Many takeaways in England with a zero rating for hygiene, are among those listed on the Just Eat food app, a BBC investigation reports. That’s right - zero as opposed to the four and five stars the app gave them. Twenty out of 31 takeaways rated zero in Birmingham, are on Just Eat. Nine of 13 takeaways rated zero in Liverpool are listed there. In Manchester, Bristol and London, half of the takeaways with a zero rating are on the platform. That means rats, cockroaches and salmonella. It’s disgusting that this can be allowed. I’m not even sure if there is anything that can legally be done about it, but there should be. The public should be safeguarded against companies that do not do due diligence, saying that ratings are gathered by customer comments. It is unacceptable as they are judging by taste, which doesn’t indicate the filth the food was kept, prepared and cooked in. mikesenker@gmail.com
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AT one time fish was thought to be a major cause of skin disease in cats. Now we have all come to realise that the flea is the main culprit when it comes to skin irritation in cats and dogs. However not many pet owners are aware that out pets suffer food allergies which can cause dermatological discomfort. In fact according to Nigel Taylor the Express vet, 1 per cent of all skin problems in cats and dogs are caused by dietary allergies. Allergen reactions may be triggered in minutes, hours or days. Once an allergy to a protein is established, sensitivity is often lifelong. Dogs are mostly sensitive to beef and milk, while cats often do not get on with beef, milk or fish. Some dogs can digest the lactose in cow’s milk. Give a pet dog or cat milk and the undigested lactose provokes an upset stomach in no time. This is not a true allergy but demonstrates how sensitive to certain food pets can be. Stop the milk and your pet’s life will look up immediately.
BAD IDEA: Steer away from feeding your dog milk.
Most pets will react in some way by incorrect feeding and apart from allergic reactions one can expect flatulence and inconsistent stool quality and large smelly motions. Incorrect feeding can cause failure to put on weight and certainly if the balance of the food is not correct a display of hyperactivity or indeed low activity can result. Most animals can be assessed by their coat and skin vitality. There is always a possibility that the protein is being utilised for energy with a subsequent loss of health and vitality. Many owners give far too many vitamins and one should remember that a well-balanced diet should not have to be supplemented. Ritualistic scratching and licking could well indicate that there is an allergic reaction to the food and the eating of grass, twigs and roots sometimes is an indication that the food is not being digested properly. Tissue stealing and fibre based destruction could be another indication that there is a craving for fibre to help the digestive process in some way. It is a good idea to speak to your vet about feeding pets and to make things easy for you there are many good commercial dried pet foods with selected proteins like lamb and chicken that are unlikely to cause allergy already in them.
Cats at Christmas Does your cat miss you if you’re away for the holidays? “CATS don’t like change without their consent” - Roger Caras Cats miss us when we go away, it’s true! It’s hard to imagine cats growing sentimental or getting attached, however, our pet owners tell us they do. One cat owner we know swears that the minute the suitcase appears on the bed her cat starts dragging its leg and whining for attention. Perhaps you are going away for Christmas and
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AFTER much speculation, the Spanish government has announced that it intends to pass legislation through Royal Decree to ban Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) over eight metres in length and driven by high power outboard motors. The matter has been under review for some time as these fast vessels are used for drug smuggling from Morocco across the Strait of Gibraltar into towns such as La Linea de la Concepcion, Guadiaro and Algeciras, but the decision has now been speeded up as more and more illegal immigrants and refugees are also being brought into Spain on these RHIBs. In addition, according to a Spanish government spokesperson, they also present a poten-
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New law to control RHIBs
SAFER SEAS: Spain will band large RHIBs.
tial threat to maritime safety as the smugglers often use them at high speed at the dead of night. The Gibraltar government placed a ban on any longer than six metres several years ago and welcomes the Spanish decision which it believes will make matters more difficult for the smugglers, especially as the simple possession of an offending RHIB will be considered evidence of intent to evade customs or immigration laws and may be seized on the spot. There will still be some exceptions to this rule, such as maritime rescue services but all legally owned RHIBs will have to be registered and inspected.
New Spanish electric boat
CHEAP TO RUN: The Xouva 4.9 costs €3 a day to run. A COMPANY in Galicia is looking to promote the sale of its new electric driven vessel which is ideal for journeys near to the shore and could be very popular with tourists. The Xouva 4.9 has a small electric outboard which is non-polluting and allows passengers to cruise at up to five knots for six hours before it needs to be recharged. According to the manu-
facturers you don’t need a licence to own or rent this little boat, which not only has room for seven people, but can easily be adapted to allow wheelchair access. It will be supplied with a tablet which contains a range of advice on how to control the vessel, a sat nav, details of local sites of interest and even where to stop for a bite to eat or a drink. The Xouva 4.90 is a very
stable boat, with a high freeboard that keeps the crew protected. Robust and reliable, its internal structure is designed for intensive use. In addition to all of this, if you are looking for a cheap way of enjoying the water without adding to the pollution, the manufacturers boast that it should cost no more than €3 per day to operate and needs very little maintenance.
NEW AWARD: Virgen del Carmen Marina top class.
Q for Quality THE Virgen del Carmen Marina in Marbella has become the first marina in Spain to achieve the ‘Q for Quality’ certification in accordance with international regulations. The mayor of Marbella, Ángeles Muñoz, raised the flag in the marina which proudly confirms this certification of excellence. In her speech, she said that this certification, matching the criteria of the world standard, “was complex to achieve” and in this sense “we had to do a great job to get it and we will continue to strive to maintain it over time.
“We have made a large investment and implemented significant improvements in the site, clearly betting on excellence,” and she explained that some of the actions put in place included improvements in cleanliness, introduction of a formal plan to combat marine pollution and detailed measures to allow a quick and efficient response to emergencies. The director of the Institute for the Spanish Tourism Quality (ICTE) - the organisation in charge of granting these certifications - Fernando Fraile, said that “it is not a prize but recognition of a job well done.”
Powerboat of the year contestant
BRITISH manufacturer Sealine is known for innovative motor yachts and pioneering developments in yacht building. The new Sealine F430 has now been nominated by the European Powerboat of the Year jury as the
Powerboat of the year 2019 and is hoping to win the world’s most renowned award for motor yachts. The jury consists of the editors of the largest European powerboat magazines which hon-
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MOTORING FACT BMW has set out the 8-series as a piece of high-performance automotive art - with the emphasis on performance. It debuted at the Villa d’Este classic car gathering in Italy, followed in quick succession by appearances at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Pebble Beach concours d’elegance. This is actually BMW’s second attempt at the idea. The previous E31 8-series was sold between 1989 and 1999. Styled by Klaus Kapitza, it was one of the first cars to be designed with Computer Aided Design (CAD). While he defends a big diesel for environmental long journeys, Pieter Nota, BMW’s sales and marketing director, admits that in Europe big capacity internal combustion engines may be time-limited. Two engines are available when the 8-series goes on sale next March, the first being a 316bhp six-cylinder turbo-diesel costing €86,000 and reaching 155mph. The piece de resistance however, is the M850i xDrive, which will cost €112,000 but boasts a 523 bhp, 4.4 litre, biturbo V8, driving all four wheels through a specially adapted eightspeed automatic transmis-
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Brawn and beauty sion. It also has a modified version of the xDrive multiplate clutch to direct torque to the front axle when it is required for stability, or to save cremating the rear tyres. Equipment levels are predictably high, with BMW’s roster of driving aids in the petrol version with M suspension and adaptive damping, active variable-ratio steering and an active limited-slip differential. The standard specification is also high, with those inscrutable LED headlamps, auto-opening hatchback, Harman Kardon speakers, enhanced Bluetooth and intelligent cruise control. With the double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, the settings in com-
fort mode and all the safety sentinels switched on, you’ll only be aware that there’s a razor-sharp V8 under the bonnet if you floor it.
It’s quick too, and not just with the throttle to the floor; the auto gearbox allows the torque to effortlessly waft the 8-series along at a zippy
GERMAN EFFICIENCY: The 8series defines luxurious sportiness.
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The brakes are excellent and use the same diameter rotors front and rear, but with fixed, four-piston calipers at the front and floating, two
Driving the debate PEOPLE believe self-driving cars should spare young people over the elderly, a study has found. Research by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology,
published in the journal Nature, found that respondents were most likely to want an autonomous car heading for a crash, to prioritise humans over pets, and to spare young people and large groups where possible. The university’s Moral Machine test involved asking millions of respondents across 233 countries what their ethical preferences were. In the exercise, users were shown unavoidable accident simulations and had asked to choose the morally preferable outcome by deciding whether the vehicle should swerve or stay on course.
However, programming driverless cars with preferences based on age, gender, physical or mental constitution would go against rules drawn up last year by the German ethics commission. It concluded that ‘any distinction between individuals based on personal features is impermissible.’ But the research warned that manufacturers who do not programme cars to save children over older people should prepare themselves for the ‘strong backlash that will inevitably occur the day an autonomous vehicle sacrifices children in a dilemma situation.’
A pram was most likely to be spared, with a girl second, followed by a boy and a pregnant woman. Those least likely to be spared were cats, criminals and dogs. There is even potential for a backlash from owners who want their car to prioritise their life over all others. Although companies like Google, Uber and Tesla have all begun testing the technology, fully self-driving cars are still in development and not yet available to own. One thing is for certain, the philosophical and ethical debates around this will continue.
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1 - 7 November 2018 JOE DENLY, playing his first international in eight years, took four wickets with his leg-spin and made 20 with the bat as England beat Sri Lanka by 30 runs in their first Twenty20 match.
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RAMPANT ROSS: Barkley is flourishing under the new manager.
TOUCHING TRIBUTE: A sea of flowers lines the stadium grounds.
Leicester mourns THE helicopter crash outside Leicester City’s stadium on Saturday killed the club’s owner, Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, two
members of his staff, the pilot, and a passenger. The aircraft had just cleared the King Power Stadium when it spiralled out of control and crashed into a fireball at 20.30 BST. Leicestershire Police said it believed the other people killed in the accident to be Nursara Suknamai, Kaveporn Punpare, pilot Eric Swaffer and his partner Izabela Roza Lechowicz. Mr Swaffer had more than 20 years’ flying experience as a pri-
vate jet and helicopter pilot, and has been labelled a hero for steering the helicopter away from the crowds as it fell. Hundreds of people queued up on Monday morning to lay their flowers, soft toys and scarves, and the Srivaddhanaprabha family took time to look over them as they laid their own wreathes. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch has confirmed the helicopter’s digital flight data recorder has been recovered.
er Callum Paterson scored a scrappy goal, ending Liverpool’s hopes of extending their run of clean sheets at home to 10 matches. Having also drawn two matches, Liverpool’s current total of 26 points matches their tally from the 2008-9 campaign, when they finished second. The free-scoring Merseyside club have a testing tie at Arsenal on Saturday, while Cardiff will travel to Leicester City. Crystal Palace captain Luka Milivojevic scored twice from the penalty spot to earn his side a dramatic 2-2 draw and end Arsenal’s 11 game winning run. Granit Xhaka’s sublime free-kick had drawn Arsenal level at 1-1, but late in the game he brought down Wilfred Zaha in the box and Milivojevic made no mistake again.
Arsenal had earlier taken the lead when Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang poked home off the inside of the post, with the ball going over the line but just 9mm. Manchester United edged past Everton 2-1 to move within five points of the Premier League’s top four. A Gylfi Sigurdsson penalty late on proved in vain for the Toffees, after earlier strikes from Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial. It was a crucial win for United who cannot afford to drop points in their pursuit of Champions League football next season. The Red Devils will next travel to Bournemouth on Saturday, while Everton will host Brighton. Other fixtures this weekend will see Newcastle face Watford, Wolves entertain Tottenham and Southampton travel to Man City.
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Barca blow Real away
LUIS SUAREZ scored a hat-trick as Barcelona outclassed Real Madrid to seal a rampant 5-1 El Clasico victory, piling further pressure on embattled manager Julen Lopetegui. It was a memorable Barca performance, with other goals coming from Coutinho and Vidal. In a brief period of resistance in the second half, Real pulled a goal back through Marcelo, but this was an otherwise abject display from a side that has lost its aura. Real now trail Barca by seven points and find themselves ninth in the table after 10 matches. Barca will next travel to Rayo Vallecano, while Real will host Real Valladolid. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid beat Real Sociedad to briefly go top of the La Liga table. Diego Godin smashed them into the lead from close range, and half-time substitute Filipe Luis curled home from the edge of the box. However, results that followed after meant that Atletico slip back to fourth, but are very much in the title race at this stage. They will next travel to Leganes, while Real Sociedad will host Sevilla. Celta Vigo striker Iago Aspas scored a hat-trick against Eibar in a 4-0 win over Eibar, after spending the night in hospital following the birth of his daughter. The Spain international opened the scoring from
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ROSS BARKLEY inspired Chelsea to a comfortable 4-0 victory at Burnley, and was then described as a ‘complete’ player by manager Maurizio Sarri. The England midfielder scored a goal himself and set up two more for Morata and Willian, as the Blues made light work of their struggling opponents. Ruben Loftus-Cheek, who scored a mid-week hat-trick in the Europa League, added a fourth in injury time to seal the win. Chelsea will next host Crystal Palace, while Burnley will travel to West Ham. Sadio Mane’s brace, plus Mohamed Salah’s strike and substitute Xherdan Shaqiri’s first goal for the club, sealed a 4-1 victory for Liverpool against Cardiff City. The only blemish for the Reds came when Cardiff strik-
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Free-scoring Blues down Clarets
SIZZLING SUAREZ: The star striker led Barca to a dominant El Clasico win. the edge of the box, and doubled his side’s lead with an audacious 25-yard chip. Brais Mendez increased Celta’s lead and the former Liverpool striker then took advantage of a defensive mistake to round off his perfect week. Celta Vigo will next travel to Real Betis, while Eibar will entertain Alaves.