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Extra-long bridge holiday next month: Friday 6 Dec, is Constitution Day. Monday 9 Dec, is Immaculate Conception Holiday. Both are national public holidays in Spain. So that results in a 4 day holiday. DigameXtra will be closed for these 2 holidays. Some people will take off on Thursday the 5th and the following Tuesday the 10th as well, making a 6 day bridge holiday. Ref: https://publicholidays.es/2024-dates/

DIGAMEXTRA WILL BE CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS ON FRIDAY, 6 DECEMBER & MONDAY, 9 DECEMBER.

Posts scheduled for Fri, 6 Dec. will be posted one day early, on Thurs, 5 Dec. Posts scheduled for Mon, 9 Dec. will be posted the following day, Tues, 10 Dec. 

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER

 I can only produce DigameXtra with the financial support of my readers. Once a year, for 7 weeks, I do a fundraiser to help pay production expenses throughout the whole year. This year’s goal is to receive a donation from 4% of subscribers. The 4% Club finances DigameXtra for the 96% group that don’t donate. Which group will you belong to? The generosity of the 4% Club members is greatly appreciated. 

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#2. Alternatively, you may send me an Amazon ES (Spain) “eGift card” by email. You need to have an Amazon.es account. The only info you need is my email address and your name (the sender’s name). Remember, this is an “eGift card” you buy that Amazon emails directly to me, don’t buy a plain “gift card”. Use the link provided below to access the “eGift card” purchase page. 
PLEASE DO NOT SEND AMAZON UK eGIFT CARDS. NO BANK TRANSFERS OR PAYMENT APPS.
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For those readers who cannot afford to make a holiday fundraiser donation: Referring friends to subscribe to DigameXtra is a good way for you to contribute to this project with no expense. Thank you.

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41 CLUB NERJA

41 Club Nerja Going From Strength to Strength:
– 41 Club Nerja is delighted to report that we really are going from strength to strength, our membership continues to grow and our doors are open for more new members to join our vibrant Club.
– Do you remember in your local communities all the events that the Round Table and 41 Club organised? Yes! that’s us!
– Do you love getting out and about in our beautiful Axarquia area and also like the idea of being with people who enjoy life and help the local community too? Well, that’s also us! So please come along, meet us, see how we do things, and you don’t even need to have been a member previously.
– We enjoy a wide variety of exciting activities, interesting meetings and tasty meals in many of the lovely restaurants we have in our local area. Our get togethers are attended by our members (who hail from nine different countries) as well as our partners, guests, friends and family too. We’re a very friendly bunch.
To get in touch you can
Email us: steve.ryan.sr56@gmail.com
Phone Steve on 0044 7546 402770
You can connect with 41 Club Nerja via Facebook.
Or visit our website to find out more at: https://41clubnerja.org/ 
We’d love to hear from you and we’d also love for you to come along and join in the fun!

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Jolis, Fender Swing Y Canciones Bonitas Del Mundo /
Jolis, Fender Swing And Beautiful Songs Of The World:
Sat, 30 Nov, 8pm
Casa Cultura, Puerta De Granada 19, 18690 Almuñécar
The guitarist and singer JOLÍS, with his band, presents a show based on instrumental standards and a selection of beautiful songs from around the world, Spain, Argentina, Mexico, Italy, France, most of them recorded by JOLÍS in his extensive discography. It is a unique show of its kind, evocative and fun.
The arrangements and musical direction, as well as the lead guitar, are the work of Nicolas Medina, former arranger of Carlos Cano and Rosa López.
Info & tix (€18): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/jolis-fender-swing-y-canciones-bonitas-del-mundo 

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“Flamenco en Almuñécar”: Sat, 7 Dec, 7pm.
Casa Cultura, Puerta De Granada 19, 18690 Almuñécar
A show that brings together dance and singing greats on stage. Luis de Luis and Esther Marín to the dance; Abraham Campos and Juan Ángel Tirado singing; and the guitar of Guil Cani. Flamenco greats on the boards of the Almuñécar House of Culture. Info & tix (€15): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/flamenco-almunecar & Video Link

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ON SALE NOW- Alabama Gospel Choir: Sun,12 Jan, 7pm
Casa Cultura, Puerta De Granada 19, 18690 Almuñécar
The Alabama Gospel Choir, made up of 20 passionate artists, offers us an intense journey from the spiritual songs of the 19th century to a tribute to protest songs and marches for freedom, where there is no shortage of well-known songs such as Oh Happy Day! The great voices of black music return to our country for the seventeenth time, this time with a renewed proposal seasoned with the rhythms of funk and blues. Info & tix (€39): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/alabama-gospel-choir & Video Link

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We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.

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TONY ROAM TRANSPORT & REMOVALS

Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain:
Fortnightly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. Spain or UK.
18 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Man & Van, Local & Long Distance Removals
No subcontracting, all collection and delivery in house.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Dedicated Delivery Personal Service Full or Part loads up to 60 cubic meters up to 5.5 tonne.
Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company.
Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request.
Hard Copies always carried on the vans.
This and a current Operators licence are a legal requirement.
Our International Operators Licence No UKGB / OG2043664
We live just behind Torrox Pueblo in Spain and in South Wales UK and have vans going back and forth UK to Spain to UK by way of Santander or Bilbao / Portsmouth or Plymouth Ferry.
For more information and prices for all to see please visit our website http://www.tonyroamremovals.com
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GREEK CASITA RESTAURANT & BAR

The Greek House –Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar – Torrox Costa:
Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Mussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits (prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. For dessert… HOMEMADE BAKLAVA! We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet and exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 7pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/ We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

 

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ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES & JUBILEE HOUSE

ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES IN THE AXARQUIA REGION:
Do you have health or mobility issues?
Would support enable you to remain independent in your own home?
Liz Brown, probably the only nurse registered to practice in Andalucia to hold the ENB 941 (Specialist qualification in care of the older person), together with her fully insured and police checked home care support team offers one-on-one support and companionship in the comfort of your own home. COE Malaga reg. 17425
HOME CARE/NURSE SUPPORT
Palliative care / Companionship / Health monitoring English Nurse / Hospital sitting / Respite at home / 24 hr live in care / Housekeeping / Correspondence & Communication / Medication collection & dispensing systems / Dressing, bathing & daily hygiene / Shopping & meal preparation / Fast response Falls Team / Provision of medical equipment such as wheelchairs and hoists
englishnurse@rocketmail.com
Tel: 951550581 or 692419548
JUBILEE HOUSE – Close Care Unit in Torrox
VACANCY: Due to a successful rehabilitation we will have vacancy from 21st November in one of our ensuite units for a long stay English speaking guest. Please contact Liz on 692419548.
5 ground floor individual units all en-suite
24-hour care at all stages from the English Nurse Care Team
Main language- English / Extensive sea views / Wheelchair accessible / Garden / Home cooking / Wifi / Air conditioning / Visiting physiotherapist, hairdresser, chiropodist and nutritionist
And we welcome guests for the day. We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

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DOCTORLAPTOP’S COMPUTER REPAIRS

DoctorLaptop’s Computer Repairs & Sales- Torrox Costa (near the bus station): Computers only, Windows / Linux / Mac. No tablets or phones. 
 I don’t work on dinosaurs computers made before 2017 unless I have been servicing then annually. 
Contact: doctorlaptop AT protonmail DOT com
Or call 675 993 069 (no calls before 12noon, missed calls returned asap). More info on my website. All work by appointment only, no drop-ins please. Appointments are only available 2pm-8pm, Sunday thru Thursday. Closed Fridays & Saturdays. Always include the make & model number of the device when requesting assistance. My contact details can be found everyday at the bottom of the Sponsor’s Section.

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This plan is exclusive to a number of provinces, please ask advisor for more information.
Contact Ruth Forder on 0034 693 715 718 ; Comparefuneral.org
Your questions answered by Ruth from Compare Funerals Spain
– Why should I have a funeral plan? Having been funeral planning for over 10 year I’ve experienced some very sad and upset families when nothing is in place. A Spanish funeral plans will ensure that all costs are covered for your funeral service. Getting a prepaid plan will help you feel assured that your family will not be under any financial strain when it comes to paying for your funeral. A plan also means you can have peace of mind that everything has been organised in advance, so your loved ones do not have to make any difficult decisions.
– Why choose Compare Funerals? There seems to be a gap in Spain between independent funeral directors, offering plans at a good price but lacking the security of an established Trust or ability to cover a client overseas and Providers who seem to charge more than necessary. We want to be right in the middle and offer the best of both worlds. Our best-priced plan is only 2,250€ and does the essentials.
– Can I do a payment plan? All our plans are payable in full or over up to 5 years interest FREE. The interest free periods are based on initial deposit. The higher the deposit the less your monthly repayments will be.
– Can I transfer the plan? The answer is YES. You could name 2 people on one plan however if you had a friend/family member pass away we can transfer the plan into a 3rd party’s name.
– What happens if I move? All our plans offer the equivalent service in Spain (including the islands), Portugal, Republic of Ireland and the UK. If you moved to the UK, we would transfer the plan to one of our many partners at no extra cost to you.
– Is paperwork included? Yes, your family will receive a death certificate in Spanish and an international certification in English. We also provide a cremation certificate that allows the ashes on board a plane.
We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

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For Sale, 3 items:
– Table, decorative tiled wrought iron table, 58dx100wx49h. 25€
– Pots, a set of three decorative wall/plant pots, each 25cms high. 15€
– Three big cookbooks! In great condition 10€
Contact Richard in Caleta de Vélez on mobile/Whatsapp 617282970 

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For Sale: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 256Gb
This is the top of the Apple iPhone range. Less than a year old and in perfect condition with Spigen Ultra case and screen protector. This version has the 6.7” screen with advanced camera features.
This phone is capable of using the amazing new Apple Intelligence features. Any iPhones prior to this model cannot use these new features.
The current Apple replacement for this iPhone is the iPhone 16 Pro Max which costs €1469. This one can be yours for only €950. This phone was purchased direct from Apple, so the normal Spanish 3 year warranty is transferable to the new owner (original Apple receipt available)
David. La Herradura. 667805326; laskeys@gmail.com 

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Wanted: Car. If you have a small sized car with manual transmission that is in good condition and perhaps 3-5 years old, I’m looking to purchase one. I’d like a newer car because of the features they have, such as assistance when backing up and braking when on a hill, so the car doesn’t slide back, and cruise control. Please let me know the make and model. Michelle, La Herradura.
Text/phone +34 711012826 or
Email: michellerabin@gmail.com

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Recommendations, Requests & Comments

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News & Articles

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SPAIN

The largest olive oil producer in the world denounces product fraud in Spain- “They are very well-known companies”: {Translation, summary}
– The president of the cooperative Dcoop, Antonio Luque {pic}, has dropped a bombshell today in the oil sector to ensure that in Spain there is a fraud with olive oil, one “that many companies commit” and that is to mix it with pomace or sunflower to lower the production cost.
– This is a relevant fact because of who is saying it, since Luque is president of what is already the world’s largest producer of ‘liquid gold’. “We know who is doing it with names and surnames,” he said, adding that they are well-known companies but can not give the name because it lacks the evidence, although he clarified that industry insiders won’t be surprised because ‘everyone knows’.
– As evidence of what he has stated, the president of Dcoop refers to prices, which have been so controversial in the last two years. “Last season the refined oil was worth six euros and lampante seven” (price for the industry before refining), Luque recalled, which according to him goes against the logic of the market, as the former is more expensive to manufacture than the latter, and could only be explained by some kind of adulteration. Even, he remarked, the fraud would extend to extra virgin oils, although to a lesser extent.
– Dcoop assures that authorities have ignored their requests to investigate and have simply referred them to the controls that are currently made, which this company considers insufficient because they are based on the tasting system, not a chemical analysis. For this reason, they demand that the Public Prosecutor’s Office do what it has not done in years, they say, and investigate all Spanish producers, in addition to reforming the inspections so that they can trace the entire transformation process.
– As already advanced, Luque states that fraud is an open secret in the sector. He even mentions that there is a well-known wholesale distribution company that “pays 50 cents more for the product than the competition because they don’t want a diluted product”. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/economia/dcoop-denuncia-fraude-masivo-aceite-oliva-empresas-20241127172832-nt.html 

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Despite DANA Damage Dams Discontinued- Environmental zeal puts much of Spain at risk, 4 new dam projects in Valencia cancelled, 69 other hydraulic projects as well:
Long, comprehensive article. Read it in English here.

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Here Come The Brain Police- Catalan audiovisual authority will force all radio stations to broadcast at least 25% of music in Catalan: {Translation, summary}
– The Audiovisual Council of Catalonia (CAC) has unanimously approved an agreement establishing that music radio stations broadcasting in Catalonia will have to program at least 25% of the music sung in the Catalan language as of January 1, 2026. The year 2025 will be a transitional year and, if the radios do not comply with the new instruction, as of 2026, they could be sanctioned and even lose the license to broadcast in the community. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/espana/cataluna/cac-obligara-radios-emitir-musica-catalan-20241128184534-nt.html

ANDALUCÍA

The Government studies a train between Nerja and Algeciras, again: {Translation, summary}
– Within the working group, Transport has announced that it will carry out a feasibility study of the railway corridor. To this end, it will provide 1.2 million euros for its drafting in 12 months. The study will include long-term actions to improve mobility throughout the Costa del Sol, based both on the enhancement of the current line Malaga – Fuengirola, the most profitable in Spain, as well as proposals for possible extensions or extensions of the same.
– The scope of the feasibility study will include, on the one hand, the Western Costa del Sol, structured in four sections. From Malaga to Fuengirola, from there to Marbella, another to Estepona and the fourth to Algeciras. On the other hand, the extension to Nerja will be studied.
– The feasibility study will include the corresponding analysis of alternatives, demand studies and a cost-benefit analysis from the socio-economic point of view to advance in the most suitable train model for the Costa del Sol. This feasibility study is a mandatory requirement imposed by the Railway Sector Law because previous studies lack an Environmental Impact Statement and are no longer valid. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/espana/andalucia/malaga/gobierno-libera-autopista-costa-sol-estudia-tren-20241128151720-nts.html

EUROPE

Putin says Russia produces 10 times more missiles than NATO and warns- a massive Oreshnik missile attack is “equivalent to a nuclear bomb”: {Translation}
– The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, has confirmed this Thursday the beginning of the mass production of the new Oreshnik ballistic missile, which the Russian forces used last week for the first time to launch an attack against Ukraine. He has assured that a massive bombardment with this type of projectile would be equivalent in terms of effects “to the launching of a nuclear bomb”. He stressed that everything in the epicenter of the explosion caused by an Oreshnik attack “turns, in fact, into dust” and reiterated that the speed of the missile (2.5-3 kilometers per second) makes it undetectable by enemy anti-missile batteries.
– During his participation in Kazakhstan at the summit of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), Putin has insisted that Russia “was forced” to test the new missile in combat conditions “in response to attacks with Western long-range weapons” against Russian territory. He has added that he is referring to the U.S. ATACMS and British Storm Shadow missile strikes, which hit Russian military infrastructure on several occasions over the past ten days. “Despite our warnings about the danger of an escalation of the conflict, attacks were carried out against our territory,” the head of the Kremlin noted.
– In that line, he has assured that Russia “will always respond” to such attacks with Western weaponry. “Of course, we will respond to the attacks that are carried out against the Russian territory with long-range missiles,” said Putin, who pointed out that Russia will possibly use again a hypersonic ballistic missile Oreshnik. And he warned that the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff of the Russian army “are selecting targets for destruction on the territory of Ukraine, which could be military facilities, defense industry enterprises or decision-making centers in Kiev”.
– The Russian leader said that Russia produces 10 times more missile systems and related equipment, than all NATO countries put together. “Next year this production will increase by another 25-30%,” he added.
– Putin also stressed that the Kremlin is aware in detail of Western arms supplies to Ukraine: “We know, of course, how many weapons systems the potential enemy has, where exactly they are located, how many weapons have been delivered to Ukraine and how many are planned to be delivered”. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5658821/0/putin-rusia-produce-10-veces-mas-misiles-otan-avisa-ataque-masivo-oreshink-equivale-bomba-nuclear/ 

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The European Parliament knocks down a resolution in favor of extending the ban on smoking and vaping to terraces and playgrounds: {Translation, summary}
– This Thursday, the plenary session of the European Parliament knocked down a resolution with ideas to improve citizen protection against passive smoking in line with Brussels’ recommendation to extend the ban on smoking and vaping to certain open spaces such as the terraces of bars and restaurants, playgrounds, bus stops or swimming pools. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/eseuropa/noticia… 

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Moscow launches massive attack with drones and missiles against Ukrainian energy infrastructure:
– Russia unleashed its second big attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure this month on Thursday, triggering deep power cuts across the country. President Vladimir Putin said Moscow had struck in response to Ukraine’s strikes on Russian territory with U.S. medium-range ATACMS missiles. He said Russia’s future targets could include “decision-making centres” in Kyiv.
– Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of a “despicable escalation”, saying it had used cruise missiles with cluster munitions. Infrastructure facilities were damaged in nine regions, Ukraine’s Interior Ministry said.
– Over 1 million people lost power in the immediate aftermath of the strikes, and millions more had their existing schedule of rolling power cuts intensified.
– Ukraine’s air force said Russia used 91 missiles and 97 drones in Thursday’s attack. It said 12 of those had hit their targets, most of which were energy and fuel facilities. “The enemy is using a large number of missiles and drones. Their massive use in certain areas often exceeds the number of means of (air defence) cover,” the air force said in a statement. The attack reinforced fears of long power cuts during the winter months as temperatures hover around zero.
Photo: Nina Liashonok. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/explosions-heard-ukraines-odesa-kropyvnytskyi-ukrainian-media-report-2024-11-28/

USA

Love Him Or Hate Him, Trump Gets Things Done, Even Before Taking Office:
– Trump says Mexico’s president has ‘agreed to stop’ migrants crossing into US through her country in ‘Very productive conversation!’: President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he has received assurances from Mexico’s new president that she will “stop migration” though her country and into the US. Trump announced earlier this week that he planned to slap a 25% tariff on Mexican imports to get the country to crack down on illegal immigration and drug smuggling. Sheinbaum Pardo, a 62-year-old scientist and former mayor of Mexico City, became Mexico’s first female president when she was inaugurated in October. In a social media post on 27 Novenber, she confirmed that she informed Trump that migrant caravans racing to the US border “are being taken care of.” “I had an excellent conversation with President Donald Trump,” Sheinbaum Pardo wrote on X. “We discussed Mexico’s strategy on the migration phenomenon and I shared that caravans are not arriving at the northern border because they are being taken care of in Mexico. “We also discussed strengthening collaboration on security issues within the framework of our sovereignty and the campaign we are carrying out in the country to prevent the consumption of fentanyl,” she added. Full article: https://nypost.com/2024/11/27/us-news/trump-says-mexicos-president-has-agreed-to-stop-migrants-from-crossing-the-us-border-illegally/
– Trump signed off on Lebanon ceasefire plan during meeting with Dermer last week — Wall Street Journal: US president-elect Donald Trump signed off on a proposal for a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah terror group in Lebanon during a meeting with Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer at Mar-a-Lago last Sunday, the Wall Street Journal reports. According to the report, Trump green-lit the proposal following a briefing from Dermer. Full article: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/dermer-briefed-trump-on-lebanon-ceasefire-proposal-in-mar-a-lago-visit-wall-street-journal/ 

MIDDLE EAST

Israel’s forces open fire in Lebanon, claim truce violation:
– The Lebanese army has alleged that Israel violated the current ceasefire “several times” on Wednesday and Thursday. The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began early in the morning on Wednesday.
– “The Israeli enemy violated the deal several times,” the Lebanese army said in a post on X, while accusing Israel of “air violations” and “targeting Lebanese territory with various weapons.” The Lebanese army said it was following up on the ceasefire violations with relevant authorities.
– Earlier, Israel said it fired on southern Lebanon after detecting Hezbollah activity there. Israel has claimed that its ceasefire with the Hezbollah militant group was violated in southern Lebanon.In a post on the platform X, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that it opened fire on several Hezbollah fighters, some of whom had arrived in vehicles. In a separate post, the IDF said that it had fired a missile at what it detected as a “suspicious aircraft” in Lebanon but acknowledged that it had been “misidentified.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel maintains the right to act if Hezbollah breaks the terms of the ceasefire deal. Photo: Hussein Malla. Full article: https://www.dw.com/en/israels-forces-open-fire-in-lebanon-claim-truce-violation/live-70908392 

SPORTS

Tennis News- Latest Scandal- Iga Swiatek accepts one-month suspension in doping case:
– Five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek accepted a one-month suspension after testing positive for the banned substance trimetazidine, a heart medication known as TMZ, the International Tennis Integrity Agency announced Thursday. Swiatek failed an out-of-competition drug test in August. She formally admitted the anti-doping rule violation Wednesday and accepted her penalty. The ITIA accepted her explanation that the result was unintentional and was caused by the contamination of a nonprescription medication, melatonin, that Swiatek was taking for issues with jet lag and sleeping.
– Swiatek has only eight days remaining on the punishment, after she was provisionally suspended from Sept. 12 to Oct. 4 and missed three tournaments. The remaining suspension will be completed while there is no competition, and Swiatek will be cleared to return to play as of Monday.
– She had said in September that she was missing the Korea Open, China Open and Wuhan Open for personal reasons.
– The ITIA said Swiatek also forfeited her prize money of $158,944 from the Cincinnati Open, the first tournament she played after the failed test. Swiatek lost in the semifinals in Cincinnati.
– This is the second recent high-profile doping case in tennis. Jannik Sinner failed two tests for a steroid in March and was cleared in August, right before the start of the US Open, which he went on to win for his second Grand Slam title of the season. With two of the biggest names in tennis escaping lengthy bans for anti-doping violations, questions are being raised about the sport’s reputation. Full article: https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/42660782/iga-swiatek-accepts-one-month-suspension-doping-case 

TRAVEL

Seville airport will have a direct flight to Düsseldorf three times a week: {Translation, summary}
– The connection will begin to operate from March 30, 2025 with the airline Eurowings and will have three weekly round trips. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/sevilla-00357/noticia-aeropuerto-sevilla-contara-vuelo-directo-dusseldorf-tres-veces-semana-20241128112548.html

FINANCIAL

Inflation rebounds to 2.4% in November: {Translation, summary}
– Inflation rebounded considerably in the month of November after two months in which the annual CPI had been below 2%, an unprecedented record since the inflationary crisis began in 2021. The month that is about to conclude will do so with an increase in consumer prices of 2.4% measured in year-on-year terms, six tenths more than the October reading.
– This was announced this Thursday by the National Statistics Institute (INE). The upturn in the CPI falls within the forecasts of analysts and is mainly explained by the increase in electricity and fuel prices, which fell in November last year. Inflation is expected to pick up slightly again in December, but should in principle be transitory. If the script is followed, the CPI will stabilize at around 2% from January next year. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia/inflacion-rebota-hasta-2-4-noviembre-anticipa-una-subida-las-pensiones-2-8-2025-5658682/ 

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The Euribor falls to its lowest level since 2022 and will reduce mortgage interest by 1.5 points: {Translation, summary}
– The 12-month Euribor is on track to close November at 2.51%, which is the lowest level for this benchmark since September 2022, meaning that borrowers are registering a substantial reduction in their mortgage payments due to the fall in the spread. Specifically, the Euribor in November has fallen, with one day left in the month, by 18.3 basis points, compared to the 2.691% recorded in October. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/economia/finanzas… 

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Carol Service: Please join us for our Christmas Carol Service on Friday 13 December 2024. We will start with carols in English and Spanish in the park opposite the church at 5pm (weather permitting) and the main carol service will start at 6pm in the church. Our address is El Puente Christian Fellowship, Calle Arbequin 8, Velez-Malaga 29700. You can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or telephone 665626342. All are welcome to either or both parts of the service. Mince pies and mulled wine will be served afterwards.

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PETS FOR ADOPTION

Vélez-Málaga Municipal Pet Adoption Service, FREE adoptions:
– The animals are at the Don Animal Kennel and Feline Residence, currently located in Arroyo Granadillas Finca “El Olivar”, in Rincón de la Victoria (29730, Málaga). The adoptions will be totally free, and the animals will be identified with microchip and with all their mandatory treatments.
– Contact Telephone: 952971663
– Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9:00 – 14:00 & 16:30 – 20:00 and Saturdays from 9:00 – 14:00
– Email: info@donanimal.com
– Adoption form: https://donanimal.com
– See photo gallery of available pets: https://velezmalaga.es/index.php?mod=medio_ambiente&tag=servicio-municipal-de-adopcion-de-animales-de-compania

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Useful Links, Info & Numbers

2024 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view:
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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.
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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, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria.
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: 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/
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