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Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English.
We offer an opportunity to make lasting friendships, to help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips. Do come along and meet us.
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale on the last Tuesday of every month with all proceeds donated to the Red Cross.
We meet every Tuesday between 12 and 2 pm at Restaurant and Bar La Vega in Torre del Mar which is just behind the Repsol Garage on the way out of Torre.
*** Trips & Events***
March
– 22nd – IKEA & Guzmans Garden Centre €20pp
April
– 12th – Visit Olvera and Setenil de las Bodegas €22pp
May
– 2nd – 6th May – Trip to Madrid. Staying just outside Madrid in the Hotel PCM on a B&B Basis. Prices €325 per person based on 2 sharing a double room. €465 for a Single room. Deposit €100 and is non refundable, unless the trip is cancelled. Travel Insurance recommended. Price includes B&B accommodation, coach fare, trip to Avila and tips.
– 3rd – Trip to Gib €22 and includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30
– 10th – Cordoba Patios, an evening visit. €27pp. Evening visit TBC
– 14th – Craft Fair and Home baking Sale at our meeting place. If you have something decorative, arty or crafty to sell, please do contact me.
For information on any of our trips, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp) or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk or check out our FB page
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Ruta de la Tapa- Periana: Friday 15 & Saturday 16 March
€2 tapas, drinks separate.
– Restaurante Casalola presents its tapa pan bao with crunchy chicken and kimchee/mayo sauce.
– Caserón de Guaro will prepare a tapa of Iberian cheeks in wine with lime aioli.
– Restaurante Cantueso has the pleasure of offering a tapa of almond mazamorra with smoked sardines, pico de gallo and Periana olive oil ice cream.
– Finca Oásis Las Palmeras will be serving cream cheese and mushroom pasties with red berries jam.
– Pizzería Ellen has prepared a mini burger Ellen style.
– Tapería Cati has rescued traditional flavours and offers mushroom morrete with quail egg.
– Loft95 Coffee will be serving Iberian short rib pan bao with yakiniku mayonnaise, crispy corn and Granny Smith apple.
– Restaurante Verdugo will be serving homemade meatballs with vegetable sauce.
– Cafetería El Galeno will be offering a tasty chicken tapa.
– Restaurante Bar Cuenca will be serving rustida beef toast with crispy radish.
Ref., Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/periana-presenta-la-ruta-de-la-tapa-que-se-celebrara-el-1516-y-17-de-marzo/
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Sierra De La Pizarra Hike: Sunday, 17 March
Route: Integral Mesa de Villaverde
Departure Vélez-Málaga: 07:15 h. Municipal Market (next to Guadia Civil barracks).
Departure Torre del Mar: 07:30 h. Mercadona Supermarket (El Tomillar).
Difficulty: Medium. Duration: 5.30 hours approx. Length: 12.5 kilometres.
Price: 10€.
*According to the new public ordinance on sports fees it is necessary to be a SPORTS MEMBER to register for the activity.
Registration: From Thursday 17 March 2024.
Important: One person can register up to a maximum of four participants.
A good physical condition is required to do the route.
“LIMITED PLACES”. Info & reg forms link.
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SPAIN
15,000+ protesters in Madrid against the existential threat of amnesty and Pedro Sánchez: {Translation, summary}
– Although the slogan stated that “there are plenty of reasons” to demand the resignation of Pedro Sánchez, it was the amnesty for the politicians of the Catalan procés that was the focus of the speeches at the rally held this afternoon in Madrid’s Plaza de Cibeles against the president of the government. Convened by a hundred associations nominally unconnected to political parties, the immediate surroundings of the stage were, however, filled with several veterans of the Spanish right, with Alejo Vidal-Quadras playing the starring role.
– The Vox founder, former PP member and survivor of a recent assassination attempt argued that the Spanish nation faces an “existential threat”, referring to the amnesty.
– The call brought together 15,000 people, according to the Government Delegation. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/miles-personas-protestan-madrid-amenaza-existencial-amnistia-pedro-sanchez_1_10995266.html
ANDALUCÍA
Endesa still does not solve the delays in its bills, repeats the illegal practices for which it was fined €600k in 2021: {Translation}
– Endesa, one of the country’s leading electricity companies, is once again at the centre of controversy due to its failure to effectively address delays in issuing bills to its customers. Despite repeated complaints expressed through social networks, many users continue to face disproportionate waits, in some cases up to a year.
– Consumer discontent is not a new phenomenon. In the past, specifically in 2022, the company was fined 600,000 euros by the Generalitat de Catalunya due to similar delays that affected a wide range of customers during 2021. In a statement, Endesa has tried in the past to explain these delays by pointing to “a change in the billing system and regulatory adjustments”. In addition, they assured that they are working to offer those affected by the accumulation of outstanding bills “a payment agreement that meets their particular needs”. However, so far, problems persist. This argument is reminiscent of the one used in 2021 when the company faced criticism for a similar situation, citing a “profound modification” due to the implementation of a new billing system.
– Despite these explanations, the reality is that current legislation dictates that bills must be issued within five days of the meter reading, making the current delays notable for non-compliance. This mismatch between the regulations and Endesa’s practice has intensified frustration and discontent among its customer base, which has not hesitated to express itself on different internet platforms against the company. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1585442/endesa-sigue-sin-solucionar-los-retrasos-en-sus-facturas-pese-al-clamor-de-sus-clientes/
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Andalucian farmers persist for the sixth week in their protests: {Translation, summary}
– The agricultural organisations Asaja, COAG, UPA and Cooperativas Agroalimentarias continue for another week, and this will be the sixth, with their wave of mobilisations and protests in defence of the countryside. Specifically, next Tuesday, 12 March, in Almeria and the following day in Malaga. In the rest of the Andalusian provinces, no events have been called for the coming week.
– Wednesday, 13 March, the Andalusian countryside will be mobilised in Malaga, with a rally in front of the Subdelegation of the Government, occupying both directions of traffic, which will be attended by people, agricultural vehicles and all-terrain vehicles, from 10.00 to 13.00 hours. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-agricultores-andaluces-persisten-sexta-semana-protestas-movilizaciones-almeria-malaga-20240310105251.html
EUROPE
Ireland Voters Reject Two Woke Referendums:
– Irish voters have rejected proposals to replace constitutional references to the makeup of a family and a mother’s “duties in the home” in a significant defeat for the government. Prime Minister Leo Varadkar had pitched the vote, held on Friday to coincide with International Women’s Day and counted on Saturday, as a chance to delete some “very old-fashioned, very sexist language about women”.
– A proposal to expand the definition of family from a relationship founded on marriage to include other durable relationships was rejected by 67.7% to 32.3%.
A second referendum on a proposal to replace language surrounding a woman’s duties in the home with a clause recognising the role of family members in the provision of care was rejected by 73.9% to 26.1%.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ireland-looks-set-reject-constitutional-changes-2024-03-09/
TECH
Apple Updates- “Update Now” Warning Issued To All iPhone Users:
– Apple has issued iOS 17.4, along with a warning to update now. That’s because iOS 17.4 fixes at least four security issues, two of which are already being used in real life attacks. Apple doesn’t give many details about what’s fixed in iOS 17.4, to ensure as many iPhone users as possible can update before attackers get hold of the details. Apple’s iOS 17.4 comes with a huge change for EU users as it opens up iPhones to ‘sideloading’ (installing apps from third party suppliers outside the App Store).
– Alongside iOS 17.4 and iOS 16.7.6, Apple has also released iOS 15.8.2 and iPadOS 15.8.2 for the iPhone 6s (all models), iPhone 7 (all models), iPhone SE (1st generation), iPad Air 2, iPad mini (4th generation), and iPod touch (7th generation).
– Also, if your iPhone can run iOS 17, you need to upgrade to the latest software version, iOS 17.4. Apple no longer supports iOS 16 for devices later than the iPhone X, so if you don’t upgrade, you are leaving yourself open to attack.
– Also on March 7, Apple issued Safari 17.4 for its browser, as well as macOS Sonoma 14.4, macOS Ventura 13.6.5, macOS Monterey 12.7.4, watchOS 10.4, tvOS 17.4 and visionOS 1.1 for its Apple Vision Pro.
– The macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS updates include the already-exploited issues in the Kernel and RTKit, so it makes sense to treat these as urgent and update your devices as soon as possible.
– So, what are you waiting for? Go to your iPhone’s Settings > General > Software Update and download and install iOS 17.4 as soon as possible. Full article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateoflahertyuk/2024/03/08/ios-174-update-now-warning-issued-to-all-iphone-users/
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Sideloading apps on iPhone after iOS 17.4- What we know so far- EU regulators finally get something right:
– Apple has now allowed users in the European Union (EU) to sideload apps on iPhones specifically in compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The feature is currently available only to users in the 27 EU countries. The latest iOS 17.4 version allows users to install third-party apps from sources outside the App Store. While Apple has officially permitted this, the tech giant discourages sideloading due to security concerns.
– It is worth noting that Apple’s stance on sideloading remains unconfirmed. The latest decision is primarily driven by legal obligations. The expansion of the same functionality to other regions is uncertain at this time.
– Apple has not provided any official instructions on how to sideload apps on iPhone with the iOS 17.4 update. Here’s the likely upcoming process:
*Limited Sideloading: Apple might add a setting that will permit the installation of apps from sources other than the App Store. Users can toggle the option on or off based on their preferences.
*Downloading APK: The tech giant might allow users to download the APK file (usually in the .ipa format) and let them install it on the iPhone after the iOS 17.4 update, just like Android smartphones.
*Third-party stores: We might see the App Store alternatives offering compatible iOS apps. Users will be able to install the required app directly from these stores.
It is worth noting that these are just possible scenarios, and we should wait for the official update in this regard.
– You might wonder about using a VPN to install third-party apps on iPhones. However, you should note that Apple has specifically stated that a person outside the EU can’t use a VPN to sideload apps. According to Apple, users must meet several requirements to sideload apps on iPhones, including verifying their Apple ID’s billing address, confirming their current location, and adjusting their iOS settings accordingly.
– While Apple has allowed sideloading of the apps, you should be extremely cautious and only download apps from trusted sources that boast strong security. Full article: https://www.sportskeeda.com/gaming-tech/how-to-sideload-apps-on-iphone-ios-17-4
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Useful Links, Info & Numbers
2024 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view:
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Competa
Malaga
Nerja
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Torrox
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For other towns in Malaga Province, visit this website, click your town, then look for the post named “Calendario Laboral de ‘Your Town‘ 2024 “, click that to see calendar.
https://www.foro-ciudad.com/malaga.html
Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html
Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231
Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Services.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Local/National News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
Bus Info: https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/our-destinations/regional
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