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PHOENIX CLUB

Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. 
We offer an opportunity to make friends, 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. 
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross. We would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-cycle into fantastic cards.
We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chine in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo.
*Trips/Events*
~All trips/events include a driver’s gratuity~
May
– 5th – Trip to Gibraltar €20pp
– 15th – Trip to the Baelo Claudia Roman Ruins with lunch in Tarifa. Price €35 pp excludes lunch
June
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €20pp
– 10th – Trip to Estepona on Market day and a visit to the Orchid House. Price €25. Entry to the Orchid House is 3€ pp not included. Opening hours are 10.00 to 13.30 hrs and 15.00 to 18.00 hrs
July
– 3rd – Visit the Victoria Brewery AM, Car Museum PM.
Lunch not included. Price 32€pp includes entry to both Museums
– 17th – A visit to the Zoo in Castellar, Cadiz Province. Price €52 and includes a Guide at a cost of €22 pp. This rescue center is a private initiative that has been operating since 1998 and opened to the public in 2002 and founded to help animals seized by the authorities. For information call Gail on 626370695 (Whatsapp) email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk

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The Copla is a Woman- Competa: Fri, April 17, 7pm
At the Peña Flamenca Virginia Gámez, located on Calle San Antonio, there will be an afternoon dedicated to copla, starring Rocío Alba, who will offer an exciting journey through this emblematic genre, highlighting the role of women in its evolution. A cultural proposal that highlights our musical traditions, offering a meeting place to enjoy the copla in our municipality. 

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The Malaga Cheese Market returns to Coín on Sunday, April 19th:
The Guadalhorce Agri-Food Market it will return on Sunday, April 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., to become a showcase of cheesemakers from the province.
On this occasion, the event will bring together 12 Malaga cheese factories: Cabraline, El Alcornocal, El Arquillo, El Pastor del Torcal, El Pastor del Valle, El Pinsapo, Flor Bermeja, La Hortelana, La Arriateña, Montes de Málaga, Rey Cabra and Santa María del Cerro, which will present more than fifty varieties of goat and sheep cheeses. 

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Solaris Nerja Festival: 18 – 28 June
Solaris Nerja is a live music festival based at El Playazo beach in Nerja. Info & tix: https://www.solarisnerja.com/ 

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Concert- Aidalai, Tribute to Mecano: Sat, 18 Apr, 8:30pm
Teatro Villa de Torrox
Info& tix (€20): https://www.mientrada.net/evento/torrox-tributo-mecano/

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Nerja Jazz Club Ventana-Abierta: Fri, 24 Apr, 8pm
Jose Carra Trio.
C/ Granada 3, Nerja
Shows at the Nerja Jazz Club usually sell out well in advance. Info & reservations: 690073871
Web: https://www.ventana-abierta.es/proximos-eventos-upcoming.html

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Tribute Concert- Michael Jackson & Queen, An Evening by Candlelight: Sun 26 Apr, 7pm
Teatro del Carmen, Vélez Málaga
Info & tix (€12): https://www.atrapalo.com/entradas/noches-encendidas-homenaje-a-michael-jackson-queen-velez-malaga_e4940087/

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Dreambeach Festival- Costa del Sol (Velez-Malaga): 31July – 1 Aug
European electronic music– a program that ranges from techno to drum & bass, passing through various registers of the electronic spectrum, the festival consolidates a diverse lineup that connects with both the general public and scenes such as breakbeat or more underground electronic music. Info & tix: https://www.dreambeach.es/

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Office: 952539742 ; Mobil: 606423869. We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.

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HANNINGTONS KITCHENS & BATHROOMS

Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivalled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes:
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
– Electrical works
– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling
Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired
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Call us : 669 665 156
Email us: hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com ; Our contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. 

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MANDY’S PAINTBOX

Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 34 years in Nerja area. NEW JOB PHOTOS.
Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside, large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos, all the furniture was spray painted. Call for advice. WhatsApp 680739577
Email: josiahamanda@gmail.com
My contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. Here are “before” (left) and “after” (right) pics from my latest job.

   

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BLUCEE REAL ESTATE

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– At BluCee Real Estate, we don’t just sell homes in Spain, we take them to an international market.
– Over the past few weeks, our team has been travelling across the United States, attending exhibitions in Dallas and Denver, where we connected with motivated buyers actively searching for homes and investment opportunities in Spain.
– These exhibitions allow us to showcase our properties directly to a highly targeted audience of serious international buyers, giving our vendors valuable global exposure.
– We are now back in Spain and continuing that momentum.
– If you are considering selling your property, now is the time to act. Listing with BluCee Real Estate means your property will benefit from international marketing, direct promotion at overseas exhibitions, and access to a wide network of qualified buyers.
– Our next event will be A Place in the Sun Live, London, taking place on 8th, 9th and 10th May, where we will once again present our portfolio to thousands of UK buyers looking for property in Spain.
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AXARQUIA SILVER & GOLD TRADE

Axarquia Silver & Gold Trade– Unique Handcrafted Coin Rings & Much More: 
***Services Offered***
– Buying all kind of Silver and Gold:
Silver coins and Gold coins, bullions and bars.
Jewellery and cutlery (no collector prices!).
– Selling handcrafted Coin Rings and Jewellery: Handcrafted rings, made from silver or gold.
There are many options possible– I will handcraft your individual silver or gold ring. Choose, for example: a coin from your year of birth; a custom present for a friend; choose a JFK ½ Dollar coin; or a $1 Dollar coin from 1921 is available. I have silver from Spain; 100 Pesetas coins from 1966 for something special; and many more. You can get it shiny or black or a mix. I look forward to creating something very special for you. You want big sizes for men? No problem!
– General Metals Markets Information:
I am trading now more than 10 years in physical silver and gold. If you are interested, make an appointment.
– Make an appointment by mail or phone.
Mail: sscharler@gmx.de
Call Svend Scharler: +34-606423869
I have my office and meeting point at the Axarquia Service Centre, local 101, 29793 Torrox Park. We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.

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For Sale: Mount cutter for framing
This Fletcher 2100 Mat Cutter is ideal for both professionals and home framers. (Mat is the American word for Mount). It has been rarely used and is in excellent condition.
It comes with all accessories including:
Blade magazines, lots of blades, clamp lifters, measuring stops, a squaring arm and brace, squaring blocks, and even an angle mat guide for windows in mounts with decorative corners. 
It measures 150cm x 52cm x 10cm (plus the squaring arm). There is also a protective box cover measuring 154 x 58 x 16cm.
Here is a helpful instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7xmznrkZuY
This model is on sale, second hand, on ebay.com for approx. €640. I am offering it for €90 because I am downsizing and will not have room for this lovely machine. 
More photos? Any questions? Please call or email me.
Zena, La Herradura 958640623 
Email: zenawoodward@gmail.com

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Congratulations Naythan: Congratulations on your work for Digame. I’m sure that there are many readers, like me, who look forward to reading DigameXtra and appreciate your work. And to celebrate your 8th Anniversary as Editor, along with a further 6 years earlier as publisher is another pat on the back!
Thank you Naythan.
Tony, Torrox Park

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Congratulations on your double anniversary as webmaster and editor:
I must say, I really look forward to receiving my daily dose of DigamXtra in my morning inbox.
Not only does it provide loads of local information, but also some very interesting articles concerning wider aspects of living in Spain, and the corruption within our local and national government. 
It must take you quite some time to collate all this information, as well as your often very astute comments that follow, 
We mustn’t forget the many sponsors you have, and the services they provide. I hope that people support them where possible.
Last but not least, there is Andy Capp and his mates to give us a chuckle every day.
For providing all this, I would like to thank you for the time and effort that you put in for bringing the whole thing together. 
I am just sorry that there must be a number of readers out their that don’t appreciate what you do, and I hope that they may reflect on this and send you some financial support, however small that may be. It all adds up.
Thanks and best wishes, Steve ( Caleta )

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NEWS & ARTICLES

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SPAIN

All that money but no budget- Sánchez’s Tax Hikes Outpace Inflation, Doubling Burden on Spaniards Since 2017: {Trans., summary}
– Pedro Sánchez’s government is projected to collect 325,356 million euros in taxes in 2025, excluding Social Security contributions. Since 2017, the last full year before his administration, income tax receipts have almost doubled, rising from 77,038 million to 142,466 million euros, an increase of 84.9 per cent, far outpacing the 24.7 per cent inflation over the same period. Corporate tax, VAT, and excise duties have all increased sharply, contributing to a total rise of 127,255 million euros in tax revenue. Social Security contributions are also expected to grow from 125,967 million euros in 2017 to around 180,000 million in 2025, adding 54,033 million euros.
– Combined, taxes and social contributions will have increased by over 181,000 million euros under Sánchez, representing a burden on both individuals and businesses. This means that, in real terms, the growth of the tax burden has been 2.2 times faster than inflation, highlighting a significant rise in fiscal demands on the Spanish population during his tenure. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-04-11/bienvenidos-al-mayor-atraco-fiscal-de-la-historia-de-espana-sanchez-casi-multiplica-por-dos-el-irpf-de-los-trabajadores-7386671/ 

MALAGA CITY

Immigrant slashes a man’s face for criticizing him for hitting cars and street furniture in Malaga:
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– A 49-year-old Moroccan immigrant was arrested in Malaga for allegedly attacking a 41-year-old Portuguese man with a knife after a street argument. The victim suffered a 20-centimetre facial wound extending from eyebrow to chin, affecting the lip and deeper skin layers, and required 32 stitches and surgical attention. The attack occurred after the victim criticised the suspect for damaging public property and harassing passers-by.
– The suspect attempted to flee, concealing the knife under a parked car, but police recovered it with blood traces. Authorities later found the detainee had an outstanding arrest warrant for a previous case. The suspect was taken to a medical centre and then police custody, while the victim was urgently admitted to hospital, where the severity of his injuries was confirmed. Police emphasise the risks of antisocial behaviour escalating into violent attacks and continue to investigate the incident. Source, Spanish: https://gaceta.es/espana/un-inmigrante-marroqui-raja-la-cara-a-un-hombre-por-afearle-que-golpeara-coches-y-mobiliario-urbano-en-malaga-20260411-1114/ 

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Cat Colony Update– José Pino announces a historic resistance in Mezquitilla– “To destroy this cat colony they will have to go over us.”: {Trans.}
– The leader of AxSi denounces that the PP of Jesus Lupianez and the GIPMTM of Atencia intend to demolish the animal shelter in breach of the Animal Welfare Law and the CER method.
– Jose Pino, councillor of Andalucia Por Si in the Town Council of Velez Malaga, appeared today in Mezquitilla together with his colleagues and a group of residents to denounce what he describes as an attack on animal welfare. According to the Andalucianist leader, the governing team of the PP of Jesus Lupianez and the GIPMTM of Atencia plans to begin works imminently that would result in the total destruction of the feline colony that lives in the area.
– Pino recalled that in the last council meeting AxSi presented a proposal for the effective implementation of the CER method, Capture, Sterilisation and Return, with a budget of 50,000 euros, which was rejected by the votes of the Partido Popular and the Independent Group Pro Municipality Torre del Mar. They voted against dedicating a single euro to these animals when, by law, it is the responsibility and duty of the municipality to ensure their welfare, the councillor stated.
– During his address, Jose Pino strongly criticised the attitude of the PP mayor. The mayor only likes being mayor for his privileges, to raise his salary, to have an official car and free petrol. But when it comes to complying with the Animal Welfare Law and relocating these cats to a decent place where residents can continue caring for them, he looks the other way, when it is his responsibility as mayor to care for all animals without owners, but he only cares about his own dog.
– The AxSi councillor demanded the immediate suspension of any action that endangers the animals and called for public mobilisation. I demand that Mr Lupianez come here and relocate this colony to a decent place, as the law states. If he does not do so, he should know that my team and I will stand in front of the machinery together with residents from across the municipality, whom we call upon to join us. We will not allow anything to be destroyed. To touch these animals, they will have to remove us first.
– Jose Pino concluded by reaffirming his commitment to animal welfare groups and to the residents who voluntarily maintain these colonies, stating that AxSi will not take a single step back in defending the rights of animals in the municipality. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/jose-pino-anuncia-una-resistencia-historica-en-mezquitilla-para-destruir-esta-colonia-de-gatos-tendran-que-pasar-por-encima-de-nosotros/ 

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria will host the XV National FIT- KID-DANCE URBAN Championship and the XII National Flamenco Dance Competition on June 6th and 7th: {Trans., summary}
– Rincon de la Victoria will host the National FIT-KID-DANCE URBAN Championships and the National Flamenco Dance Competition Conchitina Zamora on the 6th and 7th of June. Nearly one thousand five hundred participants from clubs across Spain aged from three years in all categories will gather to present choreographies. The event is a consolidated fixture in the municipality annual calendar that attracts competitors and families who enjoy a stay in the town. The competitions form part of the national calendar and take place at the Ruben Ruzafa Pavilion in Torre de Benagalbon.
– The twelfth National Flamenco Dance Competition in free style will be held on Saturday the sixth of June from ten oclock in the morning featuring disciplines such as flamenco classical stylised and folklore. Trophies go to the first three places with medals diplomas and a prize for the best costume. It is the second year the event bears the name Conchitina Zamora in homage to the renowned teacher.
– The fifteenth National Fit-Kid-Dance Championship will take place on Sunday the seventh of June with choreographies in group couple trio formation and individual categories. A special prize of a training course will be awarded to the best dancer together with an award for the best costume. In total more than seven thousand euros in cash prizes will be distributed. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria…

ALMUÑÉCAR

Almuñécar will be the finish line for the demanding Desertus Bikus cycling race, which will travel across Spain from April 18 to 24: {Trans., summary}
– Desertus Bikus is an ultra distance, self supported cycling rally that will cross Spain from 18 to 24 April 2026, linking the Bay of Biscay with the Costa del Sol. The route covers about 1,350 kilometres with 13,500 metres of positive elevation gain, starting in Hasparren in France and finishing at the Chiringuito Playamar Almunecar. The 2026 edition features a renewed itinerary with mandatory control points in Soria, Cazorla, Jodar, Comares and El Acebuchal. Riders must manage their own strategy, rest and nutrition over seven demanding days, with a final deadline of 24 April. The midnight start on 18 April adds extra difficulty.
– The event stands out for its strong female participation, with around 420 registered cyclists from 20 nationalities, including five Spanish riders. Almunecar celebrates its role as the finishing location, reinforcing its appeal for sports tourism. The race can be followed live through the Madcap.cc application [get the app here: https://madcap.cc/en/]. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/almunecar… 

RONDA

Nine thousand participants will face the challenge of the 101 kilometers of La Legión in Malaga from May 8 to 10: {Trans., summary}
– This year’s edition of the 101 Kilometres of the Legion in 24 hours will take place from the 8th to the 10th of May and will feature nine thousand participants. The ultramarathon starts and finishes in Ronda after crossing the municipal areas of Arriate, Setenil de las Bodegas, Alcalá del Valle, Montejaque and Benaoján. Runners and cyclists will follow a demanding route through the scenic landscapes of the Serrania de Ronda in southern Spain. The organised modalities include individual and team foot marches to be completed within 24 hours, together with a mountain bike category lasting 12 hours. The route will be slightly different for walkers and cyclists, although most of the course will be the same, and trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each discipline, category, and gender. Along the race route, aid stations will be set up approximately every five kilometers for walkers and between ten and fifteen kilometers for cyclists. These stations will offer drinks, fruit, vegetables, nuts, energy bars, carbohydrate gels, various types of pastries, and coffee and hot broth during the evening.
– As a new addition this year, a children’s race will also be held with another 1,200 young participants. For the first time, this junior event will not be confined to Ronda but will take place across all the localities through which the main race passes, giving more children the chance to take part in their own towns and villages along the route.The 101 Kilometres is known as one of the most challenging endurance races in the country, combining difficult terrain with an extended time limit that tests stamina and determination. Info & reg: https://en.andalucia.org/event/101-km-en-24-horas-de-la-legi%C3%B3n/7155101/
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nueve-mil-participantes… 

EUROPE

Historic upset in Hungary as Péter Magyar ends the Orban era in crucial EU elections: {Trans., summary}
– We are now at 96.37% of the votes counted and Tisza is projected to have 138 seats, Orban’s Fidesz party 55 seats and Our Homeland on six. Tisza is in the lead in 93 constituencies, while Fidesz is ahead in 13. Some votes are yet to be counted but a landslide victory is all but certain. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/live/c2d8zw2d3rkt

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Germany suspends military approval for long stays abroad for men under 45:
– Germany’s Defence Minister Boris Pistorius says men of military age in Germany do not need to report lengthy stays abroad. His statement comes after a controversy broke out over the possible consequences of a new law which re-introduced military service in Germany. The Military Service Modernisation Act, which came into force on 1 January, aims to boost defences following threats from Russia in the aftermath of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
– In a statement sent to the BBC earlier in April a defence ministry spokesman confirmed that males aged 17 and older were required to obtain prior approval for stays abroad lasting longer than three months. The requirement to obtain permission had gone largely unnoticed until it was reported by a German newspaper last week. It is not believed to have been applied.
– Now, Boris Pistorius from the Social Democrats has told the German Press Agency (DPA) that he is introducing an exemption. “Whether they are 17 or 45, or anywhere in between – everyone is, of course, free to travel and currently does not need permission to do so,” he said. Lengthy stays abroad will not need to be reported either. “During this peacetime period, there will be no permission procedures. We are suspending the permission requirement as long as military service is voluntary,” Pistorius said. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgx103wkl1o

UKRAINE WAR

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating Orthodox Easter ceasefire:
– Russia and Ukraine accused each other Sunday of violating a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire that took effect less than 24 hours earlier.
– Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday declared a 32-hour ceasefire over the Orthodox Easter weekend, ordering Russian forces to halt hostilities from 4 p.m. on Saturday until the end of Sunday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy promised to abide by the ceasefire, but warned there would be a swift military response to any violations.
– The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces said in a statement Sunday that it had recorded 2,299 ceasefire violations by 7 a.m. local time, including assaults, shelling and small drone launches. It said that the use of long-range drones, missiles, or guided bombs had not been reported. A Ukrainian military officer told The Associated Press Saturday that Russian forces had continued to attack their positions.
– Russia’s Defense Ministry also said Sunday it had recorded 1,971 ceasefire violations by Ukrainian forces, including drone strikes on Russia’s Kursk and Belgorod regions that injured civilians.
– Previous attempts to secure ceasefires have had little or no impact, with the two sides blaming each other for violations. Putin unilaterally declared a 30-hour ceasefire last Easter, but each side accused the other of breaking it.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-easter-ceasefire-violation-ee87ae1e85a285837c0a359380f37bb6 

UK

UK puts Chagos Islands handover deal on hold after Trump withdraws support:
– Britain’s agreement to hand Mauritius the Chagos Islands that are home to a strategic U.K.-American military base is on indefinite hold because U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has withdrawn its support for the deal. The British government acknowledged Saturday that legislation to ratify the agreement for the islands in the Indian Ocean has run out of time in Parliament.
– Trump initially backed the deal, but changed his mind in January, calling a deal to transfer sovereignty of the islands, home to the joint military base on Diego Garcia, “an act of GREAT STUPIDITY” in a social media post.
– The U.K. put the bill’s progress on hold, and the government now concedes it will run out of time to become law before the current session of Parliament ends in the next few weeks. It is not expected to be included in the list of bills announced by King Charles III for the next session of Parliament, which begins May 13. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/uk-chagos-islands-mauritius-trump-c37afa22677ec8e504c5a1dab6313d1c 

MIDDLE EAST

US-Iran peace talks end without agreement, Vance leaves Pakistan:
– The U.S. and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end their war despite lengthy talks that concluded on Sunday in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, ​jeopardising a fragile ceasefire. Each side blamed the other for the failure of the 21-hour-long negotiations to end fighting that has killed thousands and sent global oil prices soaring since ‌it began over six weeks ago.
– Vance said Iran had chosen not to accept American terms, including not to ​build nuclear weapons. “We need to see an affirmative commitment that they will not seek a nuclear weapon, and they will not seek the tools that ⁠would enable them to quickly achieve a nuclear weapon. That is the core goal of the president of the United States, and that’s what we’ve tried to achieve through these negotiations.”
– Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency said that “excessive” U.S. demands ​had hindered reaching an agreement. Other Iranian media said there was agreement on a number of issues but that the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear programme were the main points of difference.
– Before the talks began, a senior Iranian source told Reuters the U.S. had agreed to release frozen assets in Qatar and other foreign banks. A U.S. official denied agreeing to release the money. As well as the release of assets abroad, Tehran is demanding control of the Strait of Hormuz, payment of war reparations and a ceasefire across the region, including in Lebanon, according to Iranian state TV and officials. Tehran also wants to collect transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-talks-pause-now-disagreements-remain-2026-04-11/ 

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Saudi Arabia restores full capacity on East-West oil pipeline to 7 million bpd after attacks:
– Saudi Arabia has restored full oil pumping capacity through the East-West ​pipeline to about seven million barrels per day, it ‌said on Sunday, days after providing an assessment of damage on its energy sector from attacks during the Iran conflict. The ministry said energy facilities and ​the pipeline affected by attacks during the conflict have ​recovered and restored operational capacity. Saudi Arabia intercepted many ​Iranian missiles and drones in recent weeks. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/saudi-arabia-restores-full-capacity-east-west-oil-pipeline-7-million-bpd-after-2026-04-12/ 

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Artemis II’s moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking trip:
– Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA’s lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel.
– The crew of four arrived at Ellington Field near NASA’s Johnson Space Center and Mission Control, flying in from San Diego, where they splashed down just offshore the evening before.
– During Artemis II’s nearly 10-day mission, the astronauts voyaged deeper into space than the moon explorers of decades past and captured views of the lunar far side never witnessed before by human eyes. A total solar eclipse added to the cosmic wonder. On their record-breaking flyby, the astronauts reached a maximum 252,756 miles (406,771 kilometers) from Earth before hanging a U-turn behind the moon, eclipsing Apollo’s 13 distance record.
– It was crucial for NASA that Artemis II go well. The space agency is already preparing for next year’s Artemis III, which will see a new crew practice docking its capsule with a lunar lander in orbit around Earth. That will set the stage for the all-important Artemis IV moon landing in 2028, when two astronauts attempt a touchdown near the lunar south pole.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/artemis… 

SCAMS

The Civil Guard warns of the asphalt scam– Report it immediately: {Trans., summary}
– The Civil Guard has warned the public about a new scam in Spain, known as the asphalt scam, targeting homeowners. Fraudsters offer to resurface residential streets and driveway access for chalets and individual houses at unrealistically low prices, claiming they have leftover materials from nearby public works. Victims are asked to pay under the table, with no invoices or official documentation.
– The scam has two likely outcomes: the workers take the money and vanish, or they complete the work very poorly. In either case, homeowners are left with financial loss and substandard work. The Civil Guard advises the public to remain cautious, avoid trusting unsolicited offers, and report incidents promptly to prevent others from falling victim. Drivers and non-drivers alike are urged to be vigilant against this emerging fraud. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/motor/20260411/… 

TRAVEL

Spain’s high-speed rail suffers biggest drop since Covid-19 due to Adamuz crash- The number of AVE passengers fell by 32% in February:
– The train accident in Adamuz (Cordoba) in January and the resulting delays due to speed restrictions and other operational issues have eroded passengers’ trust in the high-speed rail in Spain. The number of passengers using the services of operators Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo plummeted by 32% in February to 2.16 million – the largest drop in demand since the Covid-19 pandemic.
– On the other hand, Ine figures show a 15% increase in long-distance bus travel, reaching 1.8 million passengers. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/spains-highspeed…

SPORTS

Tennis News- Sinner dethrones Alcaraz in Monte Carlo: {Trans., summary}
– Sinner defeated Alcaraz in Monte Carlo. He took the title and the world number one ranking after winning the final 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 in two hours and 15 minutes. The first head-to-head match between the two in four months and 26 days went to the Italian, although it might not be very useful as a reference point for what’s to come. The match was marked by a very uncomfortable wind that particularly affected Alcaraz’s game and mental state. The player from Murcia was uncomfortable because, in addition to the wind, Sinner’s relentless tennis became a constant threat as the final entered its decisive stages. The player from San Cándido notched his seventh victory in 17 head-to-head matches against Carlitos. This is his third Masters 1000 title of the year. He has won all the tournaments played so far: Indian Wells, Miami, and now Monte Carlo. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/deportes/tenis/…

OTHER

Who Knew? Japan’s Lady PM Is A Rocker & Deep Purple Fan:
– Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took a short — and happy — break on Friday as she hosted legendary British rock band Deep Purple in Tokyo as a longtime admirer. “Welcome to Japan … Uh-oh, I can’t believe Deep Purple are here,” Takaichi said as she walked into a guest room at the Prime Minister’s Office with open arms and all smiles to welcome the band members. “I have always admired Deep Purple.”
– “You’re my god,” Takaichi told drummer Ian Paice, presenting him with a set of Japanese-made TAMA drumsticks she had signed. “You’re a drummer, we are friends,” Paice told her. Takaichi is a hard rock and heavy metal music fan and was an avid drummer in her college days.
– The prime minister explained her history as a Deep Purple superfan for more than half a century. At elementary school, she was already listening to “Machine Head,” the band’s 1972 album featuring top hits like “Highway Star” and “Smoke on the Water.” In junior high school, she played the keyboard in a Deep Purple cover band, then as a university student she switched to drums, she said.
– “Nowadays, when I have a fight with my husband, I play drums on ‘Burn’ and put a curse on him,” Takaichi joked. She has previously noted “Burn” as one of her favorite songs, saying it “clears my mind.”
– The band’s courtesy visit was a pleasant break for Japan’s first female leader, known for her long working hours and now struggling with strained diplomatic ties with China, the fallouts from the war in the Middle East as well as rising prices at home.
– “I express my deepest respect for you for making rock history and continuing to take on new challenges and producing even more compelling music today,” Takaichi said, wishing them a successful tour beginning Saturday in Tokyo.
– She did not forget to do her work as prime minister and stressed that promotion of cultural content is one of the key areas of her government’s growth strategy. “I hope Deep Purple’s performances starting tomorrow will excite fans across Japan and serve as a powerful force in promoting the long-standing Japan-UK cultural exchanges,” she said. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/japan-takaichi-deep-purple… & Video Link

 

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Volunteers turn a fan’s recordings of 10,000 concerts into an online treasure trove:
– The growing Aadam Jacobs Collection is an internet treasure trove for music lovers, especially for fans of indie and punk rock during the 1980s through the early 2000s, when the scene blossomed and became mainstream. The collection features early-in-their-career performances from alternative and experimental artists like R.E.M., The Cure, The Pixies, The Replacements, Depeche Mode, Stereolab, Sonic Youth and Björk.
– There’s also a smattering of hip-hop, including a 1988 concert by rap pioneers Boogie Down Productions. Devotees of Phish were thrilled to discover that a previously uncirculated 1990 show by the jam band is included. And there are hundreds of sets by smaller artists who are unlikely to be known to even fans with the most obscure tastes.
– All of it is slowly becoming available for streaming and free download at the nonprofit online repository Internet Archive. Here is the link: https://archive.org/details/@aadam_jacobs_collection
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/aadam-jacobs-collection-concerts-internet-archive-chicago-b1c9c4466a2db409a83523ad84b79d62 

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