DigameXtra No. 2540 Tuesday May 23rd, 2023

On May 23, 2023May 22, 2023 By Naythan

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Cool & Groovy: Live at Silks Sports and Music Bar, Torrox Costa Wednesday 24th May. Tel 651516178
Covers of David Bowie, Madness (yes with the mad sax), The Beatles, Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel (yes, with all the harmonies), Neil Young, Bob Dylan and much more. All played on electric Fender guitars, acoustic guitars, banjo, mandolin and alto saxophone with 2 part harmonies.
The emphasis is on Fun, Fun, Fun, come along and help us enjoy our first gig at Silks Sports and Music Bar, Block 8, no2, Torrox Costa.

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Live Music by Topanga Canyon: Friday 26 May 8pm
Posada La Plaza, Canillas de Albida. Res: 952553254 or 609167127
Country, Pop, Rock, Latin & Americana

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Lux Mundi, Torre Del Mar June Coming Events & Excursion Press Release:
Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours mornings only Wednesday and Friday 10.00 till 13.00 For further information please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel. 952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org
We continue our regular activities: Spanish practice groups (limited numbers per group) Wednesday and Friday. Time 10.00 to 13.00
– Our shop will be open Wednesday and Fridays. Time 11.00 to 13.00. Donations in good conditions are always welcome.
– Evert Thursday – Spanglish. General conversation between Spanish and English friends. Time 16.30
– Every Friday – Coffee morning. Come and meet friends and relax in our beautiful garden. Time 11.00 to 13.00.
– Thursday 29th June – Excursion to Antequera & El Torcal. Firstly to the ancient city of Antequera. There will be a 30-minute stop for refreshments along the way. On arrival there will be a one-hour guided tour in English to visit the ancient burial mounds complex known as Los Dólmenes. The tour will then move to the city where there then will be a further 2 hour tour through the historic centre. The tour will end at approximately 13:30 when there will be free time for lunch. The coach will depart at 15:30 for a drive through the countryside to the vast nature reserve of El Torcal de Antequera. On arrival at 16:00 there will be a further 2-hour guided tour in English finishing at 18:00 and you will then join the coach for the homeward journey. It will be advisable to wear suitable walking shoes as the ground in El Torcal is uneven. Ticket price 32 Euros with a Friends card and 35 Euros without a card. Travel Insurance included. Proceeds for fundraising. Departure times: Algarrobo (Lidl) 08:00, Caleta (vets) 08:05, Torre del Mar (Bus Station) 08:15.
– Friday 23 rd June- Taize Prayer. At the Parish Church of San Andrés, Torre del Mar. Time after the Mass.

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Torremolinos XI ‘Ruta del Rock’ schedule: Over 40 artists and bands will participate in the Torremolinos XI ‘Ruta del Rock’ event from May 26 to 28. In this event, 46 hospitality establishments from the Playamar/Costa Lago, Pinillo, Centro, Carihuela and Los Álamos areas will offer free concerts of different musical genres such as rock, pop, soul, indie, blues or jazz among others, among the 17:00 and 22:00 hours.
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For Sale: Electric lawn mower, QUALCAST Cylinder 32, 400w.
Brilliant little machine, folds down, 15m long cable
Weight = 9Kg ; Grass box = 23l. 30€ Buyer collects
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For Sale: Spanish Coins. Ten 100 Pesetas Coins.
2001 Juan Carlos 1 (1869 – 2001). Price €30 (for all 10 Coins)
Material Bronze & Aluminium. Weight 9.25g. Diameter 24.5 mm. Excellent condition. Manolo, Torrox. Tel/ Wattsapp 617731276

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SPAIN

Spain seeks immigrants to fill hundreds of thousands of vacancies that nobody wants in the country with the highest unemployment in Europe: {Translation, summary}
– How is it possible that, in a country with three million unemployed, a third of companies say they have problems finding labour? But the intrigue does not end there. Statistics show that Spain has one of the lowest employment rates in the whole of the EU? How is it then that employers complain that there are hundreds of thousands of jobs for which they can’t find people? And, in the midst of all this turmoil, there is a government divided into two halves. One – that of José Luis Escrivá – is committed to encouraging immigration to fill vacancies. The other – that of Yolanda Díaz – which, hand in hand with the trade unions, is calling on employers to improve working conditions and is wary that migration is the solution.
– “We will have to think about why these [vacant] positions are not being filled and whether the working conditions are adequate. The companies say that there is a lack of people, but they do not say where, when, how and why. And we have three million unemployed whom we could be training,” says Cristina Antoñanzas, UGT deputy general secretary in a conversation with 20minutos. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5129386/0/espana-busca-migrantes-para-cubrir-cientos-de-miles-de-vacantes-que-nadie-quiere-en-el-pais-con-mas-paro-de-europa/

ANDALUCIA

More much-needed rain on the way to south of Spain at the start of this week: The weather system that left significant rain across a large part of Andalucía during the second part of last week will continue to generate downpours in a large part of the region, including Malaga province, at least until Wednesday. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/more-muchneeded-rain-the-way-south-spain-20230522081939-nt.html

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OCU survey- an Andalucian has to wait five business days to see a doctor: {Translation, summary}
– Five business days is the average waiting time to obtain a face-to-face appointment with a family doctor in Andalucia (4.6 days for a telephone appointment) using the Junta’s health services website or the corresponding mobile application, according to data from a survey carried out by the OCU.
– The survey, released this Monday by the Organization of Consumers and Users, was carried out between March 15 and April 2 among 2,261 people, and reveals that the average wait in Andalucia is similar to the national one, but much higher than the 48 hours of maximum waiting that the autonomous communities themselves set four years ago in the Strategic Framework for Primary Care .
– To go to the pediatrician in person, the waiting time reaches 3.8 business days, one more than the national average (2.9). Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/Encuesta-OCU-andaluz-esperar-acudir-medico-cinco-dias-habiles_0_1795321289.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Health plans to double the number of physiotherapists in Primary Care to reduce delays: {Translation, summary}
– By virtue of the consensus reached by the regional Administration with the UGT, CSIF, CCOO and SATSE, in Andalusia, the current 450 physiotherapists in health centers will be joined by another 570 before 2026. “This is very good news, it means more than doubling what there is now. This is excellent news, despite the fact that even more is needed”, commented the president of the College of Physiotherapists of Andalusia, Juan Manuel Nieblas.
– The province has 92 physiotherapists in health centers and by virtue of the agreement between the Junta de Andalucía and the unions it would double before the year 2026.
– Currently, thousands of people from Malaga resort to paying for physiotherapy rather than waiting out SAS delays.
– Public health in Malaga has 10 times fewer physiotherapists than those recommended by the WHO. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/Salud-duplicar-Primaria-fisioterapeutas-reducir_0_1794121226.html

TORROX

Umbrellas are back: Our Plaza de la Constitución de Torrox dresses again in light and joy with its internationally known UmbrellasDeColores. This initiative represents a tourist and promotional boost for the old town, since they have already become a hallmark of Torrox. Photo Credit: Ayuntamiento de Torrox FB

SPORTS

Vuelta Ciclista a Andalucía Elite Women- Bicycle Race: May 31 to June 4 {Translation}
– The Centro Especializado de Alto Rendimiento (CEAR) de Remo y Piragüismo La Cartuja in Seville will host the second edition of the Vuelta Ciclista a Andalucía Élite Women, in which 20 teams from 11 countries will take part, and which will be held from 31 May to 4 June.
– This year it has have moved to a five-stage route. It can be followed daily on RTVA, through Andalucía TV, and also Eurosport, reaching more than 200 countries.
– The race, which will bring together the best cyclists in the international peloton in five stages, will pass through four Andalusian provinces: Jaén, Granada, Málaga and Cádiz. A total of 20 teams will start the first stage of the race, in the town of Alcalá la Real in Jaén.
– The first stage will cover 116 kilometres, linking the towns of Alcalá la Real (Jaén) and La Zubia (Granada), with a more than likely sprint finish. The second stage will also start in Granada, in the coastal town of Salobreña. The finish line will be located in the Malaga town of Cómpeta, at the foot of the Sierra de Almijara Natural Park.
– The third day, considered to be the queen stage, will be entirely through the province of Malaga, and will start in the town of Nerja, with three mountain passes and a tough finish in the municipality of Álora.
– The fourth stage, also in the province of Malaga, will run between Pizarra and Mijas with a 90-kilometre route. Another stage with a presumably sprint finish, just like the fifth and final stage, will start from the Ona Valle Romano Golf and Resort in Estepona and finish in the town of Castellar de la Frontera in Cadiz.
– Traffic disruptions are possible.
THE STAGES 2023
* 1st: Wednesday May 31. Alcalá la Real (Jaén) – La Zubia (Granada) (117 km)
* 2nd: Thursday June 1. Salobreña (Granada) – Cómpeta (Málaga) (95 km)
* 3rd: Friday June 2. Nerja (Malaga) – Álora (Malaga) (134 km)
* 4th: Saturday June 3. Pizarra (Málaga) – Mijas (Málaga) (111.5 km)
* 5th: Sunday June 4. Estepona (Málaga) – Castellar de la Frontera (Cádiz) (95.6 km)
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/deportes/Vuelta-Ciclista-Andalucia-Recorrido-TV_0_1795321469.html
More info, Spanish: https://www.ciclo21.com/vuelta-andalucia-feminas-2023-recorrido/ & Video Link

TECH

It’s Just An Operating Expense To Them– Meta (owner of Fakebook) fined record $1.3 billion and ordered to stop sending European user data to US:
– The European Union slapped Meta with a record $1.3 billion privacy fine Monday and ordered it to stop transferring user data across the Atlantic by October, the latest salvo in a decadelong case sparked by U.S. cybersnooping fears. The penalty of €1.2 billion ($1.3 billion) is the biggest since the EU’s strict data privacy regime took effect five years ago, surpassing Amazon’s €746 million fine in 2021 for data protection violations.
– The social media company might have to carry out a costly and complex revamp of its operations if it’s forced to stop shipping user data across the Atlantic. Meta has a fleet of 21 data centers, according to its website, but 17 of them are in the United States. Three others are in the European nations of Denmark, Ireland and Sweden. Another is in Singapore. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/science-tech/2023-05-22/meta-fined-record-13-billion-and-ordered-to-stop-sending-european-user-data-to-us.html

SCIENCE

Sunlight-activated powder disinfects water in just 60 seconds:
– If you leave a clear bottle of water in the sunlight, the ultraviolet rays will kill any harmful microbes in that water, making it drinkable … but it has to sit in the sun for at least six hours. A new sunlight-activated powder, however, does the job in a mere one minute.
– Developed by scientists from Stanford University and the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, the powder is made up of nanoflakes of aluminium oxide, molybdenum sulfide, copper and iron oxide. All of these substances are readily available and inexpensive, plus only a small amount of the powder is required to treat a relatively large quantity of water.
– Once the purification process is complete, any leftover hydrogen peroxide and hydroxyl radicals quickly break down into water and oxygen, leaving the water safe to drink. And because of their iron oxide content, the nanoflakes can be retrieved for reuse by swirling a magnet through the water.
– In a test of the technology, a small amount of the powder was added to a 200-ml (6.8-oz) beaker of room-temperature that was contaminated with approximately one million E. coli bacteria per millilitre. After the water had been left in natural sunlight for just 60 seconds, no live bacteria could be detected. What’s more, the powder was able to be reused for 30 more treatments.
Full article: https://newatlas.com/science/sunlight-water-purification-powder/

TRAVEL NEWS

Air Europa Cancels 114 Flights Today as Pilots Extend Strike:
– Spanish airline, Air Europa, has cancelled 114 flights from its scheduled itinerary for today (23/5) due to a new strike being supported by its pilots until June 2nd.
– The Spanish Airline Pilots’ Union (Sepla) has called for eight new strike days for Air Europa pilots on May 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 26th, 29th, and 30th, as well as June 1st and 2nd. This comes after four strikes earlier this month resulted in the cancellation of 68 flights.
– During these eight new days of protest, a total of 114 flights will be cancelled, affecting domestic routes connecting Madrid to Bilbao, La Coruña, Palma de Mallorca, Vigo, and Málaga, as well as international routes to Rome (Fiumicino), Milan (Malpensa), Paris-Orly, Porto, and Lisbon, in addition to the Barcelona-Palma route.
– Passengers affected by the cancellations are being offered the option to change their travel date or destination or receive a voucher for the ticket amount. One of the affected routes is the connection between Madrid and Malaga Airport. Full article: https://newsinspain.es/costadelsol-uk/2023/05/22/air-europa-cancels-14-flights-as-pilots-extend-strike/

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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
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Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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DigameXtra No. 2539 Monday May 22nd, 2023

On May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 By Naythan

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Phoenix Club: Our social club is open, so drop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs/CDs and Jigsaws at various prices
***Trips***
June
2nd – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
13th – Trip to Fuengirola Market – come and bag a bargain at this huge market €17pp.
22nd – Visit to the Wolf Park in Antequera Price €25pp includes guided tour, coach and drivers gratuity
July
7th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
21st – A visit to Plaza Mayor and IKEA €15pp
August
4th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
15th – Almunecar Fireworks – spectacular fireworks every year €16ppp
25th – Benalmadena Market and Marina – browse the market then lunch at the Marina, bring some stale bread to feed the fishes €15pp
Coming soon
September 22nd Mini Hollywood in Almeria €56,50 includes coach, entry, lunch, show and zoo
October 14th Ballet de Kiev €55pp includes coach and ticket
Pickups for both events will be along the coast from Torre del Mar.
For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information or check out our FB page

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The ‘Pint of Science’ festival 2023- Malaga: Mon, 22 – Wed, 24 May
Morrysey’s Public House and The Shakespeare Bar, Malaga
Over three days, from 19.00 hours and with free admission, the two breweries will become the venues for the 12 scheduled sessions, which will be divided into six thematic areas related to biology, artificial intelligence, history or space: ‘Tech me out!’, ‘Our society’, ‘Planet Earth’, ‘Wonderful mind’, ‘Our body’ and ‘From atoms to galaxies’. Have a pint and talk with scientists about new trends and developments in the world.

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Jazz and world music festival brings virtuoso musicians to Sohail Castle, Fuengirola,: Friday 2 and Saturday 3 June
The two-day festival, part of the Marenostrum summer cultural calendar, will bring together some of the most influential musicians on the European jazz circuit, including Moisés P. Sánchez, who will perform on the Friday. Miryam Latrece, whose intimate style fuses tradition, popular music and folklore, will also perform on the Friday night.
Saturday 3 June sees Maureen Choi Quartet take to the stage. She will be followed by Lucía and Horacio Fumero, father and daughter of a musical saga that weaves ties between jazz and popular music.
Concerts begin at 8pm. Tickets, which cost €27.50 per night, or €44 for both nights, are available from https://marenostrumfuengirola.com/eventos/sohail-jazz/

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TICKETS GO ON SALE TOMORROW MORNING- 36th edition of Jazz on the Coast- Almunecar: July 18-23
The annual Almuñécar Jazz Festival is held at the outdoor amphitheater on the grounds of El Majuelo Park. Concerts at 10:00 p.m. Doors open at 9:00 p.m.
Jazz on the Coast is one of the most respected and internationally awarded jazz events and one of the few festivals that has the European Union quality seal. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, May 23rd. €20 per event, €100 for all 6.
– Tuesday, July 18, Stanley Clarke and his N4 Ever project. (This show will sell out within hours of going on sale)
– Wednesday, July 19, Hiromi’s Sonicwonder
– Thursday, July 20, Lizz Wright
– Friday, July 21, Abdullah Ibrahim Trio
– Saturday, July 22, Superblue: Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter
– Sunday, July 23, Ernesto Aurignac Quartet Plays Standards
Info & tix: https://www.jazzgranada.es/festival-jazz-en-la-costa/jazz-costa-venta-de-entradas-2-2/

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BluCee Real Estate are recruiting:
Position: Full time administration Assistant for the new office in Torre del Mar.
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For Sale, 3 items:
– Argon oil hair straighteners by Remington – 20 euros
– Shower door for above a bath (77x 139) 55 euros
– Bevelled shaped mirror 20 euros.
Jan, Torrox Pueblo
Tel : 686144118 ; Email jantempleton55@gmail.com

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For Sale: 4 Dining chairs, metal framed. Made to measure cushions with velcro fastenings like new. – Riverside Wicker line. Very good condition. €100 ono. Contact Janet, Torrox Costa.
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Wanted: Long Term Rental. We are looking for a finca in the countryside close to Torrox for the months of October, November and December with swimming pool. We are a retired couple. Contact: July, from from the Netherlands.
Email: julyalkemade@gmail.com

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AXARQUIA

Support for people affected by dementia in the Axarquía:
– The Alcaucín Community Association is starting a regular coffee morning for English speakers living with the condition, and their carers. The first meeting of the Axarquía support group is taking place on Monday, 29 May at 10.30am at the church room at El Cruce in Puente don Manuel.
– For further details of the Alcaucín coffee mornings email: spanishcottage@hotmail.co.uk
Source article includes info on other dementia support services in the Axarquía area. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/support-for-people-affected-dementia-the-axarquia-20230519113842-nt.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Blaze breaks out after lightning bolt strikes house in Carratraca:
– The property was not occupied at the time and, although emergency services were quickly on the scene, the fire caused considerable damage to the living room. Full article & photo credit: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/blaze-breaks-out-after-lightning-bolt-strikes-20230519165731-nt.html

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Mid-Afternoon Attack On Pair Of Young Ladies Hiking at Limonero Reservoir: {Translation, summary}
– Two hikers have been rescued from the Limonero reservoir because, according to their statements, they had to jump into the water to escape from four young men who “groped” them and hit them with stones. The National and Local Police are working on the case to arrest those responsible.
– The events took place at around half past four in the afternoon on Saturday 20 May. The victims, two foreign girls in their early 20s, had gone for a walk in the area around the reservoir. While walking in the area closest to the water, they were approached by four young men who appeared out of nowhere. Two of them grabbed one of the women and began to touch her, according to what the victims told the police and the firemen who rescued them.
They started screaming. Then, one of the aggressors hit one of the girls in the head with a stone. They even threw her into the water and, she said, tried to drown her. Her friend had a similar fate, so she threw herself into the swamp to escape. They allegedly threw stones at her and bit her when she tried to get away from them.
– The victims left their belongings on the shore – all of them disappeared, so a robbery motive is also being considered – and with the only phone they manages to keep, they called 112 to ask for help.
– When located, the two girls were very nervous and frightened. They had swallowed a lot of water and showed scratches, bruises and other injuries compatible with the violence of the episode they reported. To get them out of there, the police had to call in specialists from the Royal Fire Brigade of Malaga, who used a zodiac to take them to the shore. Members of the 061 emergency medical service assisted the victims and carried out initial treatment of the injuries they had sustained. Both were taken to the Regional Hospital for a more thorough medical examination due to the head injuries they suffered from the stones, according to their testimony.
– The investigation, which has been taken over by the National Police Force, with the collaboration of the Local Police, is still open to clarify the facts. At the time of going to press, despite the heavy police deployment in the area, no arrests had been made.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/dos-senderistas-lanzan-pantano-escapar-jovenes-manosearon-20230520001434-nt.html

EUROPE

Russian parliament chief proposes Polish truck ban, says Warsaw owes Moscow billions:
– Russia’s top lawmaker on Sunday called for a ban on Polish trucks transiting Russian territory and for Poland to compensate Moscow financially for what he said was the Soviet rebuilding of the east European country after World War Two.
– In a statement, Vyacheslav Volodin, chairman of the State Duma, the lower house of parliament, said that Poland needed to be punished for having “betrayed the historical memory” of the Soviet Union’s liberation of the country from Nazi Germany with a series of hostile acts against Moscow.
– In comments certain to deepen a feud with Warsaw, Volodin said Poland existed as a state only “thanks to our country”, adding Warsaw should pay Russia over $750 bn to compensate it for Soviet investment in the country after World War Two. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russian-parliament-chief-proposes-polish-truck-ban-says-warsaw-owes-moscow-2023-05-21/

RECALLS

Emerade injectable solution in pen: {Translation, summary}
– Used to treat severe acute allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
– Specifically, what has been withdrawn from the market are the units dispensed from Emerade injectable solution in pen, because after a study in which auto-injectors were analyzed, it was found that they could present some anomalies, which could lead to errors at the time of injection.
– Therefore, the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products has withdrawn all units from the market, which will not have this medicine until the problem is corrected.
– The recommendation to patients who have units of Emerade is to see their doctor for an alternative medication. Once they have the prescription, they will receive their new medication free of charge when they present it at the pharmacy. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/salud/investigacion-tecnologia/medicamento-retirado-potencial-defecto-calidad_0_1794121051.html

SPORTS

Tennis News- Andy Murray withdraws from French Open to prioritise Wimbledon:
– The French Open, the second Grand Slam of the year, takes place from 28 May to 11 June. Murray, 36, has only played at Roland Garros once since 2017. The Scot dropped to 503 in the men’s rankings after having career-saving hip resurfacing surgery in 2019 but has worked himself back up to 42nd in the world. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/65663508

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Football News- Malaga FC Relegation Confirmed:
– On Saturday, Malaga were officially relegated to the Primera Federacion, following their 2-1 defeat to Alaves. It has been 10 years since they were in the Champions League quarter-finals, they will now be playing in the third tier of Spanish football. It has been a sad state of affairs at Malaga for several years now, having gone through several coaches without much success, and it has now been compounded by their relegation from LaLiga2. Reference:
https://www.football-espana.net/2023/05/21/malagas-fall-from-grace-compounded-as-laliga2-relegation-is-confirmed

TECH

Why some companies want you to rent the battery in your Electric Vehicle (EV)- battery swapping could change how we pay for the power in our vehicles:
– Picture this…It’s 2030, you’re on a road trip, and your EV battery is getting low. You stop in a city you’ve never been to before, and instead of plugging in, you pull into a battery-swapping station. You press a button on an app and the station platform raises the car, unscrews the battery powering your EV, and installs a new one in its place. In less than five minutes, you go from almost empty to 100% charged, ready to continue on your way.
– The battery you’ve picked up to power the next leg of your road trip isn’t yours. But then again, neither was the one that you dropped off. This is the vision for some companies, including Nio, an automaker based in China. Nio has about 300,000 vehicles on the road and about 1,400 of its own battery-swap stations up and running.
– The ability to rent batteries could mean less stress about battery degradation for drivers. Plus there’s the possibility of customization: drivers could opt for a smaller-capacity battery and upgrade only before longer trips, for example. Full article: https://www.technologyreview.com/2023/05/18/1073291/rent-ev-battery-swap/

CULTURE

Life Extension Enthusiasts Group “Zuzalu” Gather at Exclusive Event in Montenegro, plotting to create new country to facilitate advanced research:
– What if I told you there’s a group of people who think death is morally bad – that we have a moral duty to find ways to slow or reverse aging? Who seek to create a new state with its own laws that expedite the development of longevity drugs, partly by encouraging biohacking and self-experimentation?
– A community of such individuals have been living together in a resort in Montenegro {pic} for the past seven weeks. They’ve been sharing ideas, collaborating on projects, running hackathons, and having plenty of parties. They call their gathering Zuzalu. The residents will stay for two months. Each week of the event has a different theme, ranging from synthetic biology to public goods.
– Zuzalu is the brainchild of Vitalik Buterin, the creator of the cryptocurrency Ethereum. But the co-organizers of the event stress that it’s a collaborative endeavor. One of the organizers, Janine Leger, who works at the blockchain platform Gitcoin, says the team wants Zuzalu to be a decentralized community, with little to no hierarchy.
– The conference itself featured talks on the promise of psychedelics, phages, lab-grown sex cells, and the partial reprogramming of cells to a younger state. There was a real mix of people at the event, which attracted people from the crypto and Web3 communities as well as those dedicated to healthy longevity. Full article: https://www.technologyreview.com/2023/05/19/1073374/i-just-met-the-founders-of-a-would-be-longevity-state/

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DigameXtra No. 2538 WEEKEND EDITION, Friday May 19th, 2023

On May 19, 2023May 18, 2023 By Naythan

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Trapiche Market: We are open this Tuesday and every Tuesday.
09:30 hrs to 13:30 hrs
It is hosted at the beautiful Jardines del Trapiche venue.
Carretera Benamargosa, 0.5 Km, 29718 Velez-Malaga, follow the directions to Trapiche airport.
It’s a great place to find unique and personal gifts as well as your every day essentials.
Lots of stalls to discover, you will find old favourites, and new ones too! NOW also good quality second hand stalls.
There are stalls with vintage clothing; hand turned olive wood bowls & other items; fresh fruit & veg, pot plants, large selection of fiction and non-fiction books; handmade jewellery and more. We’re spoilt for choice! You can also support Axarquía Animal Rescue with their tombola and meet some of the animals available for adoption.
View houses in your area and discuss selling your house with BluCee Real Estate.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Please view and follow our Facebook page, it is updated weekly with photos, contact details of stall holders and items for sale and services on offer.
For more information about having a stall at the market contact Anita at TrapicheMarketSpain @gmail.com / +34 627 877 164

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MiniGolf La Herradura:
Big Fun, Only Two Rules. That’s right. Despite eighteen holes, each guarded by variously sized and shaped obstacles, and involving angled bank shots, curves, elevation changes, etc., there are effectively only two rules. Here we go:
-Rule No. 1: The player is not allowed to stand on the artificial grass; and, Rule No. 2: If the ball is struck such that it leaves the lane of play, it is replaced where it exited and a one-shot penalty is assessed. Let the games begin!
-New Course Record!- You may have heard the old saw (probably spoken in an American accent), that everyone loves a winner, well I think we all know that’s not true. More likely, only the winner loves the winner. Nevertheless, congratulations are in order to Jan of London who shot a spectacular round of 31 while here on vacation (see his scorecard below).
The current junior course record of 41 is held by Harry H. (Houdini?), also from London. Even more remarkable though is that Harry is only eight years old! Well done to both, I think those records will stand for a good long time.
-Is there parking nearby? The good news is yes. The best bet is to park along the beach’s berm which for the most part is free. One important hint: dashed blue lines require a visit to the closest parking meter. There you will find the time table informing you when it is necessary to buy a ticket, (very cheap).
-Location: We could not be easier to find. We are just two small alleys off the beachfront Paseo directly behind the children’s playground, the Centro de Salud, post office and newly remodeled market/food court. Please visit our website: http://www.minigolflh.es for a Google map which pins us down exactly, so to speak.
-Admission fee: Current pricing is: six euros for 12 and unders, 8,50€ for 13 and over. Family discounts are also on offer such as 2 adults and 2 children for only 25 euros. This price includes all activities on the grounds and is valid for the entire day. If your eyes are out on stalks just dropped and you’re in a state of disbelief, feel free to ring proprietor Scott Huston for booking availability and confirmation on +34 603 416 632.
-Opening hours: We are currently open from 11:30am until 2:00pm and 5:30pm until 9:00pm six days a week (closed Wednesday). It is recommended to call in advance though, because I am a one-man band, so to speak, and may be delayed for one reason or another. Also, there may be a private party booked, thus the course closed.
Best regards, Señor Minigolf, Scott Huston / La Herradura

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The Johny Chiu Show: Friday, 19 May, 20.30 at the Peñoncillo in Torrox Costa (Ex – El Ancla)
We return to the “Media Caña” with romantic music to enjoy and share, in what will be an evening that you can not miss, selected music in Spanish and English with the most powerful repertoire to make this night unforgettable. Reserve tables on tel. 635763633 FB

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Irish/Celtic music session (New Time): Friday May 19th at Molly’s Roadhouse (Coin) from 8.15pm.
We will play the tin whistle and the fiddle on the terrace and musicians are welcome to join us (whatever the acoustic instrument or the level of play).
Carretera Cortijo Benitez, 29100 Coín. FB

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Dana & Gianni concerts:
– Saturday May 20. La Negra, Benajarafe, starting at 8:30 p.m. to share a night of music and joy. Info/booking: +34 675 82 63 37 (Very good food in La Negra)
– Sunday May 28. Ziggy’s. An acoustic jam session at Ziggy’s bar, Puente Don Manuel, starting at 16.00. Musicians are invited to bring their instrument and their creativity to join in a fantastic improvisation.

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“Kjell KÄPP Eriksson Summer Session with Buffet”: Sat, 20 May
Carisma Bar, Torrox. With Kjell Käpp Eriksson, performing a selection of his own and not-his-own songs. Starts at 6 pm. Free entrance. Buffet at 8 pm, cost 18€ per person. Buffet booking: +34620501026
Outdoor event (Indoor in case of cold weather). Everyone welcome! FB

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Correcaminos (roadrunners) Rock and Roll Band: Sun, 21 May
Gothorum MC Malaga, C/ Tegucigalpa 6 – Poligono Santa Barbara, Malaga 29004
Live show, plus merch, accessories, barbershop & Tattoos
Opens 12 noon, Lunch 2pm, Show at 4pm. Map Link & FB

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El Cartujano Equestrian Show: At Finca El Cartujano in Mijas
Every Thursday at 6 pm until 10:30 pm.
Horse show, Chicken Paella, Live Flamenco and Free Bus! Under the direction of the Sánchez de Jerez de la Frontera Family. Info & tix: http://www.elcartujano.com/tickets-on-line/index.php & FB

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Scheduled and also unscheduled all year every month.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose.
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Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
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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.
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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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 end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 7pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call telephone number 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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24 hour carers required for hospital sitting and home placements.
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BluCee Real Estate: Are you thinking of selling?
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We are based in Rincon de la Victoria, now with an office in Nerja, we cover the whole coast line and inland.
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CAMINO 343: Getaway break in the Spanish mountains
– Come and visit Casacamino343 in Valle De Abdalajis in the mountains of Malaga, set in ancient Olive Groves.
– Formerly known as Casa Magel, we have moved to the other side of the village and now offer a large 5 bedroomed house. 4 bedrooms have en suite/private bedrooms. There is a spacious living room, with English TV channels and in the winter a cozy pellet heater. The dining room is also spacious with seating for 10+. There is a fully fitted kitchen, plenty of outside space with a terrace and garden with fruit trees and we are in the process of putting in a pool. Lovely views.
– Our rooms are all individually decorated and furnished to a good standard. One bedroom is on the ground floor so ideal for the less agile. There is also a honesty bar with beer, wine & soft drinks or bring your own.
– We are in an easy drive of lots of interesting places.
The Wolf park / Camino Del Rey El Chorro / Lakes of Ardales
Bodego Gross Hermanos / Antequera / Ancient Dolmans
El Torcal / Convento Magdalena
– We are offering a special 3 night stay with a full DIY breakfast package and on one night (TBA) a delicious 4 course meal with wine. At a cost from 185€ for a couple staying in a double en suite/private room with all other amenities. Great for a group of friends or come and meet new people.
– We are 1 hour drive from Malaga and Costa Del Sol and 1.45 mins from Torrox.
– Our typical Spanish Pueblo (village) is a kilometer away and we are a good 15 min walk to the excellent, reasonably priced restaurant Los Antanores.
– We have a strong internet & Wifi signal.
– The whole house is available as a holiday let for 1.000€ a week or by the room for 60€ per night minimum stay 2 nights with breakfast pack.
– You a can visit our website at: www.casacamino343.com
Contact Maggie on +34 722879503 / +34 632298062
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BKB Property Services:
We are a local couple near Lake Vinuela with many years property management and maintenance experience, both here and in the U.K.
We offer an all in-house service for your holiday home, rental property or permanent home.
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Have you lost trust in expensive beauty brands as you feel it’s completely a waste of money? Have you stopped buying cheap skincare products from supermarket shelves because nothing seems to work? Try Moonette Organic Skincare, it won’t disappoint you. Visit our website to see what customers say about their experiences.
MOONETTE – Organic Skincare for Mature Skin
We are a Torrox-based company specialising in the creation of formulae which help prevent premature skin ageing. We are committed to making effective products at affordable prices.
Your skin health matters to us. How you feed your skin is as important as how you feed your body. Why settle for anything less than natural and organic?
As our skin is the first layer of our defence against microbial infections, ultraviolet radiation and environmental contamination it plays a vital role in our health. As we grow older, however, our skin becomes thinner, wrinkled, and more sensitive; hence it requires the use of treatments containing specific ingredients to the care of treating mature skin.
Recognising this need we have created a range of formulae which help
-slow down ageing process by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.
-improve facial complexion and eliminate blemishes.
At Moonette, we are passionate about health, beauty and plants. Your skin will benefit from the properties of botanic essential oils combined with a selection of nutrients for deep hydration, cell revitalization and antioxidant effect, all sourced from the finest natural ingredients with gorgeous fragrances.
Naturally, we care about our planet and feel the need to help reduce the sheer volumes of plastics waste that are generated daily around the globe. Presently, we are minimizing the usage of plastic materials in our production while seeking alternative forms of packaging. To help reduce pollution we are asking all local customers to recycle or reuse their Moonette skincare containers, and offering a small discount on future purchases to customers recycling containers.
**Free small testers are available on request** Please contact us to find out more or to order:
Email: margaret@moonette.es ; Homepage: www.moonette.es
Tel /WhatsApp: +34 650 044 102
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Great Deals From “Upcycling Nerja” (formerly Nerja Household Centre):
– Beautiful decorative blanket box and matching mirror. Blanket box 84 x 46 x 52cms Mirror 99 x 59cms Price 75€ (sold together)
– 2 matching bedside units 54 x 36 x 56cms 25€ the pair
– Tall shelf unit w/ drawers. Solid natural wood. Beige color. New bronze handles. Waxed Measurements 54 x 39 x 182cms price 160€
contact Jackie /nerja 672170429
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For Sale, 2 items:
– Two seater and three seater recliner suite. Dark blue leather. Both sofas have 2 reclining seats. Extremely comfortable. 250 euros.
– 2x under bed sliding drawers. Ikea Malm but fits under most beds. On casters. 100cmx63cm. 16cm deep. 40 euros for two.
Heather tel 628306371. Canillas de Aceituno.

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For Sale, 3 items:
– Orbegozo Dehumidifier good condition €25
– Ecron fan €10
– Dunlop Golf Trolley. 3 wheel lightweight easy push. €25
If interested, please contact Janet, Torrox Costa on WhatsApp 00447976925833 ; jdsullivan@sky.com

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For Sale, 3 items:
– 4x outside chairs lightweight & stackable in excellent condition, €40
– Stretcher sun bed good quality materials in excellent condition, €30
– Dyson DC08 Hepa vacuum cleaner, very clean condition, including all extra attachments, good working order. It is too heavy for me now. €30
Buyer collects. Susana, El Morche
email: smokeybeagletjeATgmailDOTcom

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For Sale: Coffee Table 1.0 metre X 600mm, heavy/solid Danish made with removable legs. €20, Buyer collects. John- +34 711078275, Nerja

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Charity Shop Manager Nerja (part-time and unpaid):
Vacancy – Manager of Anglican Church Charity Shop in Nerja
The Anglican Church in Nerja is seeking a new part time Manager of its charity shop. The manager would head up a team of volunteers who work in our shop in Calle Malaga, Nerja which is open Monday to Saturday 10:00 – 13:30. This unpaid position would suit someone who has experience of retail sales and has experience of managing staff. The Manager of our shop would help to grow the income and recruit and deploy a team of volunteers who sort the donations and serve the public in the shop. The Charity Shop is a major source of fundraising to support the work of the parish.
Enquiries and expressions of interest – please contact Brian Elliot in the first instance: Mobile/WhatsApp +34 602 569 492

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News & Articles

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SPAIN

The Senate approves the housing law so that it enters into force on today, 19 May: {Translation, summary}
– This Friday, more than two years after it began to be negotiated, the housing law will finally come into force after its publication in the Official State Gazette (BOE). As planned, the Senate approved the rule definitively on Wednesday without changes, which prevents the project from having to return to Congress and serves to get it underway before the May 28 elections. There were no surprises: the majority that make up the PSOE and its allies from ERC and EH Bildu rejected all attempts by the opposition to overthrow the norm, and partial changes were not allowed in the text.
– These groups voted against the implementation of the law: PP, Vox, Cs, PNV, Junts and other small groups, who shared, among other criticisms, the rapid processing of the law in the Senate, where it was approved as a matter of urgency. The Junts senator Josep Lluís Cleries, who complained of having had only three working days to present amendments, said, “It is a legislative botch job, a law for the gallery, more concerned with the elections, that is why we are going so fast”.
– Along the same lines, PP senator Pilar Rojo denounced the “express processing, with no margin for negotiation” of the housing law, and took the opportunity to criticise the government for making “pure theatre and propaganda” with the announcements it has made on housing in the days that the election campaign has been underway.
– On the other hand, his Socialist counterpart Ramón Morales assured that the right-wing criticisms of the law are aimed at “making noise” and assured that the law will serve to “ensure that people’s rights continue to grow”. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5128488/0/la-ley-de-vivienda-entra-en-vigor-esta-semana-las-xx-claves-para-inquilinos-y-propietarios/

ANDALUCIA

Reservoirs fall to 27.72 per cent of their storage capacity: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusian reservoirs currently have 3,319 hm3 of water in storage, 27.72% of their total capacity, and during the last week there has been another decrease of 41 hm3 (-0.34%), which is 1,016 hm3 less than a year ago and places the total water storage capacity in Andalusia at 11,971 hm3.
– In terms of the different basins, the Guadalquivir river basin district is at 24.37% of its capacity, having fallen by 14 hm3 to 1,957 hm3. The decrease in the last week has been 0.17%, with 659 hm3 less than just a year ago.
– In the Andalusian Mediterranean basins, the water in reservoirs has fallen by a further 7 hm3, 0.60% less, and now stands at 412 hm3 (35.57% of its total capacity), down 180 hm3 in a year.
– For its part, the Guadalete-Barbate demarcation has fallen by 11 hm3 in one week (-0.67 %) to 440 hm3 (26.65 % of its capacity).
– In the last year, according to the Junta, these water reserves have been reduced by 171 hm3. The Tinto-Odiel-Piedras-Chanza basin also has 510 hm3 of accumulated water resources (45.74 % of its capacity) after a further drop of 9 hm3 (-0.81 %), whereas a year ago it had 98 hm3 more than now. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1267686/los-embalses-bajan-hasta-almacenar-el-2772-por-ciento-de-su-capacidad/

AXARQUIA

The Provincial Council opens the deadline to apply for financial aid for coexistence and social inclusion in the Axarquia region: {Translation}
– The Malaga Provincial Council today opens the period for the granting of financial aid to support coexistence and social integration for families, with a budget of 850,000 euros. Applications for this aid will be open until 19 June from adults or emancipated minors who reside and are registered in municipalities with less than 20,000 inhabitants in the province and who lack sufficient financial means to meet their basic needs. Applications will be assessed by the technical staff of the Community Social Services.
– Coverage of basic needs of the members of the family unit: food, cleaning, clothing, footwear, personal hygiene and pharmacy. A maximum of 500 euros for each member, but not exceeding 2,000 euros per year.
– Habitability, adaptation and fitting out of housing: 2,000 euros per year.
– Support for the rental of housing that avoids disruption of the personal and cohabitation situation: 3,000 euros for a maximum period of six months.
– Health care and attention: 1,200 euros per year.
– School aid: 150 euros for each child.
– Aid for minimum vital supplies (electricity, water and gas): 800 euros per year per dwelling and family unit.
– Aid for any other duly accredited need: 800 euros per year.
– A maximum amount of 5,400 euros is established to be received per cohabitation unit, made up of more than one person, whose members, in addition to living in the same home, are united by a conjugal or analogous, adoptive or consanguine or common-law relationship up to the second degree.
– Aid to support cohabitation and social integration is a complementary benefit provided by the Community Social Services of the Malaga Provincial Council and its receipt is compatible with other aid granted by the State, by the Regional Government of Andalusia or by other administrations for the same purpose.
– For the granting of these economic benefits, both the economic and social situation of the applicants will be assessed. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-diputacion-abre-el-plazo-para-solicitar-ayudas-de-convivencia-e-insercion-social-en-la-axarquia/

NERJA

XI Noche en Blanco- Nerja: {Translation}
– On Saturday 20 May, Nerja celebrates the eleventh edition of the Noche en Blanco (White Night) with activities of all artistic disciplines, which will be held in different public spaces. This year the slogan chosen by the cultural groups is “Picasso 50 years”, in commemoration of the death of the Malaga painter.
– This year’s activities will begin at the Balcony of Europe from 11 am, and will take place throughout the day in the Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre, Municipal Library, Museum of Nerja, under the Town Hall, Cueva de Nerja and Plaza de España, where they will conclude.
– Specifically, the Balcón de Europa will host the workshops of the Children’s Painting Studio, the association La Aventura de Escribir, Esgrafiado and Encajeras, as well as the paintings of the Nerjeña Art Association and the performance of the students of the Municipal School of Music and Dance. Children can also enjoy storytelling in the Municipal Library from 12 noon.
– The Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja will host the final phase of the Certamen de Jóvenes Talentos Musicales, which will have its preliminary phase on Friday and which aims to motivate young musicians in the municipality. At the end, the documentary “Grupo Picasso” will be screened and will end with micro-theatre performances by the Taller Municipal de Mayores (Municipal Workshop for the Elderly).
– The musical performances will take place in the Plaza de España from 6 p.m. onwards. In addition, the Nerja Music Band and the Gema and Jotxan dance group will perform on the ground floor of the Town Hall from half past eight. The Municipal Hall and the hall of the Villa de Nerja will also host exhibitions.
– The Cueva de Nerja also joins in the celebrations, with guided tours for small groups at 5.30 p.m. on prehistoric art in the cave. To participate, you must register in advance at yolanda@cuevadenerja.es and, like the rest of the activities, it is free of charge. Source, Spanish: https://www.nerja.es/homenaje-a-pablo-picasso-en-la-xi-noche-en-blanco

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Taxi rank moved: {Translation}
– From Thursday 18th May 2023 the taxi rank of Velez-Malaga, previously located in Calle Reñidero, will change its location to Calle Blas Infante, next to Paseo Andalucia, due to the pedestrianisation works that are being carried out in Calle Canalejas. This change of location is being carried out in order to reorganise traffic, to adapt to the new circumstances and to minimise inconvenience to users of this public transport service. The parking spaces that until now were occupied by taxis in Calle Reñidero will be freed up and made available for general use. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-parada-de-taxi-de-velez-malaga-cambia-su-ubicacion-a-calle-blas-infante-a-partir-del-18-de-mayo-por-motivo-de-las-obras-de-peatonalizacion/

CÓMPETA

Art and Craft Route 2023- Competa:
– A monthly Art & Craft ruta in Competa starts 24 May! A tour along permanent venues like studios, shops and an art gallery. Visitors can walk a nice route via various beautiful streets and squares and visit the actual venues, a good way to experience the beauty of the town! The artists or craftspeople are present and can give explanation and information about their work. Let yourself be carried away by the beauty of Competa, the positive and inspiring energy and be open to new encounters!
Wednesday 24th of May 10:30-14:00 & 15:30-18:00
Leaflets at tourist office & venues
We continue with the monthly ruta in October
The Art Walk, the bigger yearly route, will be from 15 till 17th of September. Info: FB

EUROPE

Dutch farmers ‘preparing for battle’ with WEF agenda:
– Dutch farmers are preparing for another showdown with Prime Minister Mark Rutte over his World Economic Forum (WEF) inspired plan to liquidate over 3,000 farms to drastically cut emissions from farming activity and nitrogen fertilizers.
– Earlier this year, the Netherlands was rocked by massive protests led by farmers opposed to Rutte’s plan to cut agricultural emissions by 50% in the major farming country.
– Despite a recent stunning regional election victory by the Farmer-Citizen Movement, the Rutte government has decided to barrel ahead with their radical climate agenda.
– The European Union has already approved Rutte’s (farm) buyout scheme, misleadingly claiming that it was a “voluntary” effort led by the country’s farmers. Full article: https://thecountersignal.com/dutch-farmers-preparing-for-battle-with-wef-agenda/ & Tweet Link

🇳🇱 UPDATE: Despite the election results and the (inter)national outrage, the Dutch government is planning to double down on its nitrogen policies. The chairman of Farmers Defense Force @ForceFarmers, Mark van den Oever, has called on farmers to “prepare for battle”. #dutchfarmers pic.twitter.com/S96w6IZkir
— Eva Vlaardingerbroek (@EvaVlaar) May 16, 2023

SPORTS

F1 News- Formula 1 Cancels Imola Grand Prix After Deadly Floods In North Italy: Formula 1 has canceled the Grand Prix scheduled to take place in Imola, northern Italy, this weekend after the region was hit by torrential rains and flooding that led to several deaths.
It’s the second race to be abandoned this season. The Chinese Grand Prix planned in April was canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Unlike Imola, the decision not to hold the event in China took place months in advance. Races eliminated at the last minute mean higher costs, with most of the teams already on location. Full article: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-05-17/formula-1-cancels-imola-grand-prix-after-torrential-rains-flood

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Tennis News- Rybakina Wins, Swiatek Exits Rome Under Injury Cloud:
– Two-time defending Rome champion Iga Swiatek suffered an injury to her right thigh and pulled out of her quarterfinal with nemesis Elena Rybakina, bowing out 2-6, 7-6(3), 2-2 RET and leaving a tournament she has dominated under an injury cloud on Wednesday evening at the Foro Italico.
– It was a difficult blow for Swiatek, who pulled up lame after the penultimate point of the second set tiebreak, and immediately placed her hand on her right knee. When the set was finished she went off court for a medical timeout and returned to play with heavy strapping on her right thigh. After four games in the decider, Swiatek retired, sending the Wimbledon champion into the last four for the first time at Rome. Full article: https://www.tennisnow.com/News/2023/May/Rybakina-Wins,-Swiatek-Exits-Rome-Under-Injury-Clo.aspx

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Tennis News- Rafael Nadal calls press conference to confirm he’s OUT of French Open, 2024 will be his final year of competition:
– The Spaniard held a press conference at his Academy in Mallorca where he revealed that the injury that he has had since the Australian Open has not yet healed. It means Nadal will not play the event for the first time since 2004 with Nadal having won a record-breaking 14 Roland Garros titles there.
– Speaking at the event Nadal claimed that he won’t be playing tennis for the next few months, “I won’t be able to play at Roland Garros. This decision was taken by my body. I won’t be playing for the next few months,” Nadal told the press. “I don’t want to put myself in a position to say one thing and to do another thing. My idea is that next year is my last day in professional tennis. I want to be competitive. The chances are higher if I stop now.”
– It means that Nadal will also drop outside the world’s top 100 for the first time in two decades.
– In his press conference, Nadal, who will be 37 next month, also said that he plans to come back later this year and plans to play next season which should be the last year of his career. “I hope to be ready by the Davis Cup, and I want to play in 2024, which will be the last year of my career. I want to be able to enjoy it and to say goodbye to tournaments that I want,” Nadal added. Full article: https://www.ubitennis.net/2023/05/rafael-nadal-withdraws-from-roland-garros/

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Tennis News- Reason Behind Nick Kyrgios’ French Open Withdrawl Revealed: Nick Kyrgios has been forced to pull out of this year’s French Open after sustaining a cut to his foot during an alleged armed robbery, involving a robber, Nick’s mother, and his AUS$191,000 Tesla Model X. The 28-year-old is now targeting a return to the Tour during the grass swing with his next planned tournament set to be in Stuttgart. Kyrgios, who was runner-up to Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon last year, hasn’t played a Tour match since October. Full article: https://www.ubitennis.net/2023/05/reason-behind-nick-kyrgios-french-open-withdrawl-revealed/

FINANCIAL

If the economy is doing so well, why do half of new university grads get paid less than €10/hr upon employment?:
– According to Eurostat data, three out of four Spanish graduates get a job within three years of leaving university, however, there are only ten degree programmes that earn Spanish graduates salaries of €1,500 per month or more.
– In the rankings, the overall percentage of employed graduates in Spain with a salary greater than or equal to €1,500 is just 54.3 percent.
– The study concluded that the degrees with the highest employment rates, an average of 96.3 percent, were computer and informatics subjects, of which 79.7 percent had salaries greater than or equal to €1,500, and 89 percent of graduates were working in jobs related to their studies. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230518/only-10-degrees-in-spain-offer-graduates-salaries-of-more-than-e1500-per-month

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Churches & Worship

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New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us at our Sunday gathering. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. John 14:6
Sunday Service 11.00am / Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja , 29780. Directions: Click Here
Email: info@nlcnerja.com ; Website: www.nlcnerja.com ; Facebook

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El Puente Christian Fellowship:
We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker.
Bible study is at 6pm on Tuesdays.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria, Puente don Manuel, Cruce de Periana, 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665 62 63 42.
For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).

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St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province.
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings.
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship.
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings.
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website: https://www.stgeorgeschurchmalaga.org

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Nerja and Almuñécar Anglican Church:
We are part of the Church of England in Spain.
Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English which begin at 12:00 noon in San Miguel, Plaza Andalucia, Nerja. Please note, this not the large white church near the Balcon de Europa, El Salvador. It is situated some 10 minutes walk away, just off the main road that runs through the town.
We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship.
Please contact Father Nigel to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings and funerals.
If you can’t get to church on Sunday, we gather on Zoom for a communion service at 09:30 CET on Wednesday mornings and a Compline service at 18:00 CET on Thursdays.
To receive details of how you can join our online services or to contact Father Nigel, please refer to our website. You can also find us on Facebook.
We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website https://www.nerjaalmunecaranglicanchurch.co.uk/
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Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Tel: 952 543 334
Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Church Services:
-Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Catholic Mass in English. Every Saturday at 17.00. Tel: 952 543 334.
-St Barnabas IERE (Anglican) Torre del Mar, Morning prayer 1st Sunday, Holy Communion 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 11am. Tel: 657286284

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XV Fiesta de la Naranja- Coin: Sunday, May 21. From 11am
The Festival of the Orange, a gastronomic festival.
Alameda square, Mesontes street, Teniente Coronel de la Rubia street and Bermúdez de la Rubia square will be the central locations of the fifteenth edition programming.
Programme of the XV Fiesta de la Naranja (Orange Festival)
– 9:00 a.m. – Annette Deletaille Speed Painting Competition, on the 2nd floor of the old Town Hall (Plaza Alameda, 10). Reception of works until 14:00 (see competition rules).
– 10:00 to 14:00 – Visit the Antonio Reyna Manescau Centre (entrance from Calle Álamos). Free admission.
– 11:00 a.m. – Official opening of the Fiesta de la Naranja, which will take place in Plaza Alameda, Calle Mesones and Plaza Bermúdez de la Rubia with various exhibitors of agri-food products, ceramics, crafts, associations and collectives.
– 11.00 a.m. – Start of the 6 hours of Folklore performances in the Plaza Alameda.
– 12:00 to 15:00 – Children’s areas: traditional and cooperative games, face painting and balloon twisting by Multiaventuras Coriolis in Bermúdez de la Rubia square and handicrafts by the youth correspondents in Mesones street. All activities will be free of charge.
– 12:00 – Tasting of freshly squeezed orange juice in Plaza Bermúdez de la Rubia.
– 13:00 – Tasting of orange salad with cod in Alameda square.
– 14:30 – Tasting of boiled soup for all participants in the Plaza Alameda.
– 15:00 – Prize-giving ceremony for the Annette Deletaille Speed Painting Competition in the Plaza Alameda.
– 15:15 – Presentation of the Honorary Orange Award to Restaurante Bohemia in Alameda Square.
– 15:30 – Continuation of the 6 hours of Folklore performances.
– 18:00 – Performance by the group Jarrillo Lata in Alameda Square.
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Cirkorama de la Diputación festival arrives in Rincón de la Victoria, Nerja, Almáchar and Moclinejo with national and international acts: June 16-25. Details, in Spanish: Info Link

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– Lightweight Hippo golf bag with stand €15
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For Sale: Garden sofa. We are selling the wooden garden sofa, painted in white (could do painting again). Comes with 3 white back cushions (see photo), and one seating cushion without cover (but in good condition). Measurements wide in total 2.20m, seating area 1.80m.
Price €75 ono. Buyer collects. Sabine, Caleta de Velez (Urbanisation Caleta del Sol). WhatsApp 634721547

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SOLD- ~~For Sale~~: Folding Bed.
Folded: H 100 cm; W 80 cm; D 20 cm;
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Covid Andalucia- 5,167 cases and 90 deaths in two weeks: {Translation, summary} 05/16/2023 13:29
– Andalucia has added a total of 5,167 new cases of coronavirus, and 90 Covid related deaths, in the last two weeks.
– The number of hospitalised patients has fallen by 22, to 314. However, the number of those admitted to intensive care units (ICU) has increased, to 18 (+5).
– The current average incidence of infection in Andalucia in the last 14 days in people over 60 years of age has risen again, standing at 115.47 per 100,000 inhabitants, 23.71 percentage points higher than 15 days ago. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1267453/covid-andalucia-baja-a-314-ingresados-con-5167-casos-y-90-muertes-en-dos-semanas/

ELECTION SEASON HEADLINES

The Latest Campaign Promise, he actually announced this in a speech at a campaign event, without laughing! What a pro!

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced his latest inflation fighting measure- Spain will sell cinema tickets to the over 65s for just €2 every Tuesday: Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230516/spain-to-give-e2-cinema-tickets-to-the-over-65s

ANDALUCIA

Aemet activates yellow warning for storms in Andalucía:
– The unseasonal spring weather is taking a break. After several very dry and hot weeks, further complicating the serious drought situation that the region is experiencing, the rain could make an appearance in Andalucía starting from tomorrow, Wednesday (17 May).
– Cadiz will be the province most affected. The state weather agency Aemet has activated a yellow level warning on the coast due to the possibility of storms between 6 am and 2pm.
– In Malaga province some weak showers may fall in the evening, but not in all municipalities. For now, Aemet sets the probability of rain in Malaga city on Wednesday at 30%, where the maximum temperature will plummet to 22 degrees – some eight degrees less than a few days ago.
– Aemet currently establishes a 95% possibility of storms – accompanied by showers – on Thursday in Malaga city, especially after noon. On Friday, a high probability of rain of 90% remains, while on Saturday this percentage is reduced to 80% and on Sunday it falls to 65%. The minimums will move between 14 and 17 degrees and the maximums are not expected to exceed 20-22 degrees for the remainder of the week. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/aemet-activates-yellow-warning-for-storms-andalucia-20230516130851-nt.html

MALAGA

Music by candlelight in Malaga- the next three dates of the Candlelight concerts: {Translation}
– The Candlelight concerts continue to light up and fill Malaga with music during the months of May and June, with various tribute concerts to great groups and artists. These will be the three performances of music by candlelight, an exceptional setting and a unique experience with live music.
– Saturday 27 May, Candlelight brings the magic of a live music experience to the Gran Hotel Miramar with a tribute concert to Coldplay, one of the greatest bands with millions of plays to date. They have two shows, both at 19:00 and 21:00. The pianist Natalia Kuchaeva will be in charge of making the audience vibrate with songs such as Clocks, Paradise or Sky Full of Stars.
– Saturday 10 June, Candlelight is scheduled for the Museo Carmen Thyssen, a tribute concert to ABBA in the exceptional setting of the museum and with the magic of these concerts where the lights are turned off and the candles are lit to start the magic of a unique musical and multisensory experience under a dim light. There will be two concerts, at 20:30 and 22:15, and the string quartet Cuarteto Melissando will be in charge of providing the audience with iconic songs such as Dancing Queen, Money, Money, Money, Money, Waterloo and Mamma Mia.
– Friday 16 June, at the Sala Unicaja de Conciertos María Cristina, will be a tribute to the master Joan Manuel Serrat, an icon among Spanish-speaking singer-songwriters. On this occasion, the string quartet Cuarteto Résonance will transport the audience through the Catalan’s work with songs such as Penélope, Lucía, Poco antes de que den las diez, and Mediterráneo. There will be a single performance at 19:45.
– Tickets for the Candlelight Premium concerts in Malaga can be purchased through the Fever website. Tickets range from 15 to 35 euros, depending on the area, for the Coldplay tribute concerts on Saturday 27 May and the Joan Manuel Serrat tribute concert on Friday 15 June. For the ABBA tribute, tickets range from 25 to 45 euros. The concerts last approximately one hour. It should be noted that this activity is part of the Bono Cultural Joven programme.
Info & tix & photo credit: https://feverup.com/es/malaga/candlelight
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/Musica-velas-Malaga-conciertos-Candlelight_0_1792920853.html

RONDA

Junta rejects three controversial plans to develop mega solar farm projects in Ronda: The regional government in Andalucía deemed the sites incompatible and said they would impact especially on protected land. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/ronda/junta-rejects-three-controversial-plans-develop-mega-20230516150337-nt.html

EUROPE

Ukraine- ‘Large-scale corruption’ in Supreme Court reported:
– Ukrainian anti-corruption bodies said they exposed large-scale corruption in the Supreme Court. Local media reported that the president of the court was arrested.
– Ukrainian media reported that President of the Supreme Court Vsevolod Kniaziev {pic} was caught receiving $3 million (€2.76 million) in bribes, and that other judges of the top judicial body were being raided. Full article: https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-large-scale-corruption-in-supreme-court-reported/a-65632061

TRAVEL NEWS

United Airlines launches direct flights between Malaga and New York: United Airlines has announced that the direct connection with Malaga Airport will debut on May 31, 2023, and will be active throughout the summer until late September- the service will operate three flights per week. Full article: https://newsinspain.es/costadelsol-uk/2023/05/15/united-airlines-launches-direct-flights-between-malaga-and-new-york/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Djokovic sees off Norrie to reach Italian Open quarter-finals: Novak Djokovic eased into the Italian Open quarter-finals on Tuesday after breezing past Cameron Norrie 6-3, 6-4, although there was tension with the Briton after the top seed was hit by a smash. Photo: Tiziana FABI. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20230516-djokovic-sees-off-norrie-to-reach-italian-open-quarter-finals-1

ARTIFICIAL INTELLEGENCE (AI)

I swear these guys must read DigameXtra- I made the same suggestion regarding the development of AI Chatbots back on April 11th…”This type of tool, that will certainly be used for fraud, blackmail, and all manners of mischief, should require a licence and bond to access.” From https://digamextra.com/2023/04/11/digamextra-no-2512-tuesday-april-11th-2023/ -Ed.

OpenAI chief goes before US Congress to propose licenses for building AI:
– OpenAI, the startup behind ChatGPT, wants the U.S. to consider mandating licenses for companies to develop powerful artificial intelligence like the kind underpinning its chatbot, its chief executive plans to tell Congress on Tuesday.
– In his first appearance before a congressional panel, CEO Sam Altman is set to advocate licensing or registration requirements for AI with certain capabilities, his written testimony shows. That way, the U.S. can hold companies to safety standards, for instance testing systems before their release and publishing the results.
– “Regulation of AI is essential,” Altman said in the prepared remarks which were seen by Reuters.
– For months, companies large and small have raced to bring increasingly dexterous AI to market, throwing endless data and billions of dollars at the challenge. Some critics fear the technology will exacerbate societal harms, among them prejudice and misinformation, while others warn AI could end humanity itself. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/technology/openai-chief-goes-before-us-congress-propose-licenses-building-ai-2023-05-16/

SCAMS

Listen how AI can clone your voice, use it in phishing and extortion scams:
– Dave Hatter of Intrust IT Security says scammers can now use free AI programs to capture a relative’s voice and then use it in a scam call. “With as little as 3 seconds of audio, you can clone someone’s voice,” he said.
– “They can download a speech that you gave from a LinkedIn profile that you did something in public,” he said. Or they could take your voice off a social media post, as they only need a few seconds. Then they can use your voice to call your grandparents or parents, saying you are in desperate trouble and need money. It is especially effective for leaving fake voicemail messages.
– AI is also making it harder to spot phishing emails. Nicoletti says AI tools clean up the grammar and spelling errors that typically help you spot a scam. “It lowers the bar for criminals to create phishing emails en masse,” he said. Full article with demo video worth watching: https://scrippsnews.com/stories/listen-how-ai-can-clone-your-voice-use-it-in-phishing-scams/

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DigameXtra No. 2535 Monday May 15th, 2023

On May 15, 2023May 15, 2023 By Naythan

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Phoenix Club: Our social club is open, so drop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs/CDs and Jigsaws at various prices.
***Trips***
June
2nd – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
13th – Trip to Fuengirola Market – come and bag a bargain at this huge market.
22nd – Visit to the Wolf Park in Antequera Price €25pp includes guided tour, coach and drivers gratuity
July
7th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
21st – A visit to Plaza Mayor and IKEA €15pp
August
4th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
15th – Almunecar Fireworks – spectacular fireworks every year.
25th – Benalmadena Market and Marina – browse the market then lunch at the Marina, bring some stale bread to feed the fishes.
For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information or check out our FB page

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Torremolinos XI ‘Ruta del Rock’ schedule: Over 40 artists and bands will participate in the Torremolinos XI ‘Ruta del Rock’ event from May 19 to 21 and from May 26 to 28. In this event, 46 hospitality establishments from the Playamar/Costa Lago, Pinillo, Centro, Carihuela and Los Álamos areas will offer free concerts of different musical genres such as rock, pop, soul, indie, blues or jazz among others, among the 17:00 and 22:00 hours.
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36th edition of Jazz on the Coast- Almunecar: July 18-23
The annual Almuñécar Jazz Festival is held at the outdoor amphitheater on the grounds of El Majuelo Park. Concerts at 10:00 p.m. Doors open at 9:00 p.m.
Jazz on the Coast is one of the most respected and internationally awarded jazz events and one of the few festivals that has the European Union quality seal. Tickets go on sale May 23rd. €20 per event, €100 for all 6.
– Tuesday, July 18, Stanley Clarke and his N4 Ever project. (This show will sell out within hours of going on sale)
– Wednesday, July 19, Hiromi’s Sonicwonder
– Thursday, July 20, Lizz Wright
– Friday, July 21, Abdullah Ibrahim Trio
– Saturday, July 22, Superblue: Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter
– Sunday, July 23, Ernesto Aurignac Quartet Plays Standards
Info & tix: https://www.jazzgranada.es/festival-jazz-en-la-costa/jazz-costa-venta-de-entradas-2-2/
Note to online ticket buyers: The tickets are sold online thru a Ticketmaster link. Evidently the entire Ticketmaster website blocks users if you have a VPN active or ad-blocker installed. The JazzGranada website mentions that the Ticketmaster website does not work in Firefox browser (due to the built-in tracker-blocker, no doubt). So make sure you are able to connect to the Ticketmaster website before you try to buy tickets, which will sell out fast for some shows. Blocking specific web-browsers from accessing a specific website, and insisting on no VPN or ad-blocker, is a very bad precedent; that’s like telling people that if they want to enter your public drive-in theatre, they must not be driving a Ford, and their car cannot have GPS or extra fog lamps. What happened to the entertainment industry’s obsession with “inclusiveness”? -Ed.

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For Sale: Wardrobe with two drawers 98 x 196cm. Good condition, €20. Buyer collects. Contact Sam, Viñuela. Email: Sam.seabrook70@gmail.com

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For Sale: Beautiful unique sideboard 120x116x40 sell for 250 euros. Godfrey, Competa 604350683

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For Sale: Shelves and storage:
– Tall, black metal shelving unit. 59″ high x 27.5″ wide x 12″ deep. €20
– Two, black Ikea kallax series bookcases. 30″ x 30″ x 15.5″ deep. One for 20€ or both for €35
– Tall, white Ikea storage cabinet with four adjustable shelves. 71″ high x 15.75″ wide x 15.75 deep. €40
All in very good condition. Pick up in Cutar.
Tim/Cutar WhatsApp 634351174

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For Sale, 2 items:
– Moroccan mattresses. Interior sprung cushions ideal for making couch or bench with crates. Very clean and comfortable. Great for dog beds too! 2 x 2300 x 80cm 30€ each 2 for 50€
– Stroller. With cosy inset & sun umbrella 45€ .
Buyer collects. Wendy, Periana area, 25 mins inland from Torre Del Mar. Email: leo1960@hotmail.co.uk

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For Sale: Walking aid. Purchased new in Torre del Mar and used by a 70yr old lady for less than 2 months to successfully aid recovery from a broken hip operation. €40
If the buyer cannot travel I will seriously consider delivering within a reasonable distance at no extra cost. Peter, Lake Vinuela
Email: pdibden@hotmail.com ; Phone: 605826358

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For Rent: Long term rental by owner. Puente don Manuel – Vinuela. 3 bedroom villa, fully furnished, with pool. €800 pcm plus utilities. Available early June. Please email for photos and more information richard@rflower.net
Richard, Alcaucin, Tel 711008418

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FREE: VHS Video Recorder. Not sure if anyone is still watching videos? But we are giving away our Video recorder. It has got a UK plug, and comes with instruction manual. Hardly used, is in very good condition. Free. Sabine, Caleta de Velez (Meet at ALDI). WhatsApp 634721547

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SOLD– ~~For Sale:~~ High-End Tower PC for audio/video editors & gamers
Dell XPS 8700 with Windows 10 (Home, UK, original activation)
Reconditioned & Upgraded. Naythan, Torrox Costa.

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Black Silkie Rooster: Hi, we live in Rio Torrox overlooking the valley with views to the Alpujarras, quite remote, a beautiful spot. We have 3 Black Silkie Sisters, one of which is brooding at the moment, so we are looking for some kind person who would lend us a Black Silkie rooster for a short while, possibly as short as an hour!
So we could either meet at the BP garage at the Torrox exit from the 340, and to our Finca, or we could come wherever you live.
We would be over the moon and very grateful if this were possible.
David., Torrox. Tel 625210990 or
email: holisticclinic@gmail.com ; (Stock photo. -Ed)

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People Finder: My large freezer has stopped working although fridge attached is fine. Does anyone have the number of Mick from Rio Gordo(if he’s still working) please? Many thanks, Victoria, Torrox campo. 699600847

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SPAIN

Food price increases in Spain continue, but not quite as rapidly in April, rising by 13%, compared to 16.5% the previous month:
– National statistics institute (NIE) data published on Friday, 12 May, showed that families continue to pay 13% more for food than a year ago, but the rise is starting to slow down.
– It is the lowest level since June 2022 and is in line with the forecasts of the Minister of Agriculture, Luis Planas, who for months has been confident of a “moderation” in food price hikes as a result of the fall in the cost of raw materials and fertilisers on international markets. But the drought could cause food prices to rise again with harvests already badly affected and the supply of food decreasing.
– Foods where prices rose the most in April were milk (27.6%), olive oil (22.2%), cereals (18.2%), potatoes (16.5%), pork (16.1%) and eggs (15.8%). For yet another month, the product with the strongest increase compared to a year ago is sugar, which soared by 49.6%. Energy continues to fall (-15.6%), as do fuels (-4.3%).
– But the general consumer price index (CPI) level picked up again in April, closing with a rise of 4.1%, compared to 3.3% in March.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/food-price-increases-spain-steadied-april-following-20230512173847-nt.html

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Shock as 44 convicted ETA terrorists to run in elections in Spain’s Basque Country:
– EH Bildu’s decision to run 44 convicted ETA members or associates (including seven imprisoned for murder) as candidates in local elections in the Basque Country has caused uproar across Spain.
– There has been shock and condemnation across Spain after EH Bildu, a Basque political party, presented candidate lists for upcoming local and regional elections that included 44 people convicted of belonging to or collaborating with the Basque separatist terror group ETA.
– Among them, seven were convicted for murder, and each of the 44 has served a prison sentence. EH Bildu is a Basque nationalist, pro-separatist political party active in Basque Country, Navarre, and Burgos. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230511/shock-as-44-convicted-eta-terrorists-to-run-in-elections-in-spains-basque-country

MALAGA

‘Brisa en tu barrio’ (Breeze in your neighbourhood) launches its call for music bands from Malaga and Andalusia: {Translation}
– Next July, every corner of Malaga will enjoy live music in multiple formats thanks to Brisa Festival. Since the birth of this initiative, one of the pillars of its values has been to promote emerging talent through ‘Brisa in your neighbourhood’, a series of free concerts to promote bands from Malaga and other areas of Andalusia.
– This week, through social networks and the official website of Brisa Festival, the call for bands that want to be part of the line-up of ‘Brisa en tu barrio’ has begun. “If you have a band and you compose your own songs, make room in your diary for the month of July, when a new edition of this format will take place. Those interested in participating have all the information at https://www.brisafestival.com/brisaentubarrio/ and on the festival’s social media, say the organisers.
– Brisa en tu barrio’ will take place during the weekends of July and will host dozens of concerts by more than 40 artists, who will perform on stages in Muelle Uno, Parque Héroes del Combate in Teatinos, Auditorio Playa Virginia in El Palo, Parque de Huelin, Tabacalera, Auditorio Eduardo Ocón and other venues that will be revealed in the coming weeks. With this wide-ranging event, Brisa Festival aims to vindicate the quality of the region’s cultural scene while invigorating Malaga’s neighbourhoods.
– In addition to the free programme, Brisa Festival will take place in two other emblematic venues in Malaga. On 6, 7 and 8 July, the Botanical Garden of La Concepción will host concerts by Soleá Morente, Elefantes, La Habitación Roja, Lagartija Nick, El Jose, Melifluo, Alba Lamerced, Rubio Americano and Santero y los Muchachos. The end of the festival will take place on the 21st and 22nd of July in the Plaza de Toros de La Malagueta with live performances by Chambao, Macaco, Love of Lesbian, DePedro, Carlos Sadness, Shinova, Julia Martín and Rosario La Tremendita.
– All the information about Brisa Festival events and ticket sales is available at www.brisafestival.com
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/ocio/Brisa-barrio-convocatoria-bandas-malaguenas-andaluzas_0_1792321106.html

EUROPE

EU will force the removal of gas and diesel boilers in homes before 2035: {Translation, summary}
– In its fight against CO2 emissions, the European Union (EU) has set a date for the end of diesel and gas boilers in heating and air conditioning systems in homes.
– The International Energy Agency (IEA) maintains that heating is responsible for four gigatonnes of CO2 emissions per year, 10% of total global emissions. Thus, the EU recommends that member countries introduce a ban on gas boilers from 2028 in new buildings and phase out the use of heating systems that use fossil fuels in all buildings by 2035, and if this is not possible, in 2040.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5127538/0/ue-obligara-retirar-antes-calderas-gas-diesel-casas-alternativas/

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Sweden’s Loreen wins Eurovision Song Contest 2023: Sweden has won the 67th Eurovision song contest with Loreen and her song ‘Tattoo’. VIDEO LINK

TRAVEL NEWS

Spain encourages summer travel by slashing youth Interrail ticket prices in half:
– The special discounted passes – which allow travel across thousands of kilometres of European rail network – will be available to Spanish residents aged between 18 and 30.
– The government hopes the plan will “encourage summer travel among young people and to help the recovery of the culture and tourism sector following the pandemic,” according to a statement from the Ministry of Transport.
– The discounts will be valid between 15 June and 15 September.
– Spain has also announced a raft of travel discounts to encourage domestic travel, including 90 per cent reductions on state-run bus ticket prices and some domestic train routes. Full article: https://www.euronews.com/travel/2023/05/10/spain-encourages-summer-travel-by-slashing-youth-interrail-ticket-prices-in-half

SPORTS

Rafael Nadal turns down wildcard for Bordeaux Challenger ahead of French Open 2023: Former World No. 1 Rafael Nadal has declined a wildcard for the ATP challenger tournament in Bordeaux, which begins next week, ahead of the 2023 French Open.
Full article: https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-rafael-nadal-turns-wildcard-bordeaux-challenger-ahead-french-open-2023

SPACE

Scientists discover 62 new moons around Saturn, raising total to 145, the most in the solar system:
– Jupiter’s brief but glorious reign as the planet with the most moons in our solar system came crashing down this week as scientists confirmed the discovery of 62 new moons orbiting Saturn, bringing the ringed planet’s total to a whopping 145 moons.
– That’s a decisive leap ahead of Jupiter’s 95 confirmed moons – a total that eclipsed Saturn’s moon count for several months after 12 new moons were officially recognized orbiting Jupiter in late December. Saturn is now the first and only planet in the solar system with more than 100 known moons, according to researchers at the University of British Columbia (opens in new tab) (UBC), who aided in the new discoveries. Full article: https://www.livescience.com/space/saturn/scientists-discover-62-new-moons-around-saturn-raising-total-to-145-the-most-in-the-solar-system

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DigameXtra No. 2534 WEEKEND EDITION Friday May 12th, 2023

On May 12, 2023May 13, 2023 By Naythan

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MiniGolf La Herradura:
With significantly cooler weather forecast, now would be a great time to take an inaugural Minigolf La Herradura plunge.
-How long does it take to play Minigolf? In my experience Minigolf is at its most enjoyable when played in groups of four. Assuming you are either beginners or have played a few times previously, your group should be able to play the 18-hole course in about one hour.
-Does the Minigolf course use a lot of water? Minigolf is simply a game of putting a ball into a hole that is normally guarded by various obstacles. The lanes are made of artificial grass, as is our racquet sports area, and the course is made from the existing land with only gravel pathways added. No water is required for the entire plot aside for the restrooms and decorative plants. No worries, amigos, your consciences will be clear.
-Is there parking nearby? The good news is yes. The best bet is to park along the beach’s berm where oddly enough there are no markings. Please visit our website: www.minigolflh.es where a Google map of our location (contact tab) can be found along with photos, etc.
-Location: We could not be easier to find. We are just two small alleys off the beachfront Paseo, directly behind the children’s playground market, Centro de Salud, post office and children’s’ playground.
-Admission fee: Our spring pricing is: six euros for 12 and unders, 8,50€ for 13 and over, as well as family discounts such as 2 adults and 2 children for only 25 euros. This price includes all activities on the grounds and is valid for the entire day. If your jaw just dropped and you’re in a state of disbelief, feel free to ring proprietor Scott Huston for confirmation on +34 603 416 632.
-Opening hours: We are currently open from 11:30am until 2:00pm and 5:30pm until 9:00pm six days a week (closed Wednesday). It is recommended to call in advance though, because I am a one-man band, so to speak, and may be delayed for one reason or another. Also, there may be a private party booked, thus the course closed.
Best regards, Señor Minigolf, Scott Huston / La Herradura

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Celtic Festival “Festival Intercéltico del Sur”:
The town of Cúllar Vega in Granada will host the sixth edition of the Festival Intercéltico del Sur, which will take place on Saturday 24 June at 21:00 in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. The line-up includes La Banda de Gaitas Xinzo de Limia, Deira, Judith Mateo and Ramalleira.

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For Sale: Beko Fridge Freezer. Silver 185×60. In good clean working condition, broken handle, LED sometimes flashes hence the price 75 Euros
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For Sale: Parasol panels. 4x heavy stone panels, each weights 25 kilo. Comes with the shown stand. All together 50 Euros.
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For Sale: Six good quality garden dining chairs, 25euros for all. Pick up at Nerja (Fuente del Baden). Karen, Nerja tel 609766712 or
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For Sale: Glass top coffee table. 1m x 60c, excellent condition, sell for €60 Godfrey, Competa 604350683

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Sanchez Admin Has Still Not Responded To Demands Of EU Ministers Regarding Recovery Funds Distribution: {Translation, summary}
– “Zero tolerance” for Pedro Sánchez’s embezzlement reform. This is where the European Socialists have put the spotlight in the final report on the mission of the European Parliament’s Budgetary Control Committee to Spain, the committee who visited Spain in February to scrutinise what Spain’s government is doing with European funds from the Recovery Plan.
– It should be recalled that on his first day in Spain, Monday 20 February, Hohlmeier had already expressed concern about Pedro Sánchez’s controversial reform that reduces penalties for civil servants who embezzle public funds, aimed at softening sentences for his Catalan pro-independence partners, to the First Vice-President for Economic Affairs, Nadia Calviño, behind closed doors, and warned: “There can be no exceptions in embezzlement”, as reported by Vozpópuli.
– Calviño turned a deaf ear and mentioned the anti-corruption measures that have been approved under the Recovery Plan. When the MEP reminded her of the statements made by the Commissioner for Justice, Didier Reynders, who looks askance at the reform, Calviño threw the baby out with the bathwater and called on her to ask the Minister of Justice.
– The next day, the EPP MEP went back to the Social Security Minister, José Luis Escrivá, with the same result.
– This Wednesday, Hohlmeier has denounced in a press conference that three weeks ago she asked the Minister of Economic Affairs, Nadia Calviño, for the information on the money executed, and she still has not received it. According to Hohlmeier, Calviño promised to give the “real” figure to the European Parliament to be included in the report on the Budgetary Control Committee’s mission to Spain, a document that has not yet been published.
– On 26 April, two months after the MEPs’ media visit, Monika Hohlmeier assured that she had held talks with Calviño about the draft report, to which Vozpópuli had access, and that the minister had promised to provide the real figure for the European funds that have already reached the economy, an issue that remained unresolved during their meetings in Madrid.
– However, to date, and three weeks after that last request, the chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on Budgetary Control says she still does not have any figures. “This is our criticism,” said Hohlmeier.
– On Wednesday, she explained that during her visit to Spain she asked about “the real spending of the money”, and the minister’s response was that the government had received 40 billion from the EU and “most of it” had been given to the Autonomous Regions to manage. “So I said: ‘OK, but what have the regions spent?
– “I asked three weeks ago again, but we have not received a figure. That’s why we asked the European Commission to intervene, we want to know the real figure of European funds spent in Spain. That is the criticism we still have. And I hope that the European Commission will clarify it,” he added. Source, Spanish: https://www.vozpopuli.com/economia_y_finanzas/varapalo-socialistas-europeos-sanchez-enmiendan-reforma-malversacion.html

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Unions call first ever strike in Social Security history over “lack of commitment” at the agency: {Translation, summary}
– The CC OO and CSIF unions have called strikes, in the form of partial stoppages on Fridays in May, in all Social Security centres due to “the deterioration of one of the public services most in demand by citizens”.
– “The lack of staff, the ageing of the workforce, the delay in the management of benefits and the failure to comply with laws and agreements on personnel matters force us to call the first strike in the history of this body,” the two unions said in a joint statement on Thursday.
– The strikes will take place every Friday in May, from 10.30am until 11.30am. The unions criticise that the “lack of commitment” of the Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration has led to a “chaotic” situation in which they can only “raise the level of demands”. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5126937/0/ccoo-y-csif-convocan-paros-parciales-en-la-seguridad-social-todos-los-viernes-de-mayo/

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New drop in petrol prices at the pump- diesel now eight weeks down and 16% cheaper than a year ago: {Translation, summary}
– The collapse in petrol prices at the pumps seems to have no bottom. Petrol now costs an average of 1.599 euros per litre and diesel 1.433 euros, after a respective fall in the last week of 2.6% and 4.2% respectively, according to the European Union (EU) Oil Bulletin published on Thursday with data collected at more than 11,400 service stations in Spain between 2 May and 8 May.
– Gasoline is now in its third consecutive fall and is at the same level as on 2 January, the last week in which the 20 cent reduction approved by the government was in force when the war in Ukraine broke out and fuel prices soared; diesel has not reached such a low level since the same month in 2022, almost a year and a half ago, after eight weeks of falling prices.
– The reductions come hand in hand with a fall in the markets in the price of a barrel of Brent oil, which has also fallen in recent weeks: on Wednesday it closed on the London futures market at 76.38 dollars, 1.34% less than at the end of the previous session, due to the prospect of further interest rate rises, according to analysts.
***Petrol and diesel prices today***
– The price of petrol and diesel today, Thursday 11 May: cents per litre. Compared to a year ago, when the discount was in force, petrol now costs 2.5% less and diesel 16.25% less, while compared to the beginning of 2023, petrol costs 15.6% more and diesel 1.9% less. At current prices, filling up a 55-litre tank with petrol costs 87.95 euros and filling up with diesel costs 78.82 euros, a drop of more than 4 euros for petrol and 15 euros for diesel compared to a year ago. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5126946/0/nueva-caida-de-las-gasolinas-en-el-surtidor-el-diesel-suma-ya-ocho-semanas-de-desplome-y-es-un-16-mas-barato-que-hace-un-ano/

ANDALUCIA

Andalucía’s Olive Harvest Facing ‘Catastrophe’:
– The lack of rainfall and unusually high temperatures for this time of year are threatening the future of a key sector of the Spanish economy: olive groves. Spain is the world’s largest producer of olive oil, but producers fear a situation of true “catastrophe” in just a few weeks if the situation remains the same.
– According to the Spanish meteorological agency AEMET, accumulated precipitation since October 1 has been 25% lower than normal throughout Spain and 50% lower in most of Andalucia, where reservoirs are only 25% full.
– Rafael Sánchez de Puerta, director of Dcoop, the leading olive-growing cooperative in Spain, believes that “looking at the forecasts, it is almost a fact: it will be another bleak year.” If the predictions come true, it could mean the end of many olive plantations. Full article: https://newsinspain.es/costadelsol-uk/2023/05/11/andalucias-olive-harvest-facing-catastrophe/

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

More than 110 people already make use of the program against loneliness managed by Social Services of Vélez-Málaga: {Translation}
– The Vélez -Málaga City Council, through the Community Social Services, continues to carry out the ‘Accompaniment for unwanted loneliness’ program’ (‘Acompañamiento para la soledad no deseada’), which was launched in September 2022 and currently serves 114 people in the municipality. A pioneering initiative aimed at combating loneliness among people over 65 and/or people in a situation of dependency, whether they live alone or lack a support network in their environment, and whose objective is to promote active aging and improve the quality of life and mental well-being of users. The project also includes the provision of a service to carry out small home repairs aimed at people in situations of dependency or vulnerability.
– Anyone who meets the requirements and needs it can request this service, available to citizens throughout the year, and encouraged them not to hesitate to call or go to the Community Social Services to request and benefit from them. Source, Spanish:
https://www.axarquiaplus.es/mas-de-110-personas-ya-hacen-uso-del-programa-contra-la-soledad-que-gestiona-servicios-sociales-de-velez-malaga/

CLIMATE CHANGE

Spain to spend €2 billion to tackle drought: Spain’s cabinet on Thursday approved measures worth more than €2 billion to alleviate the impact of a prolonged drought that has hit its key agricultural sector. The bulk of the money, €1.4 billion ($1.5 billion), will be earmarked to build new infrastructure, such as desalination plants {pic}, to boost the amount of available water, the government said in a statement. Another €784 million will be used to help farmers and ranchers cope with the lack of precipitation which has decimated crops and driven up the cost of livestock feed. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230511/spain-to-spend-e2-billion-to-tackle-drought

HEALTH

Mpox no longer a global emergency, WHO says: The World Health Organization said Thursday that the global outbreak of mpox, which initially baffled experts when the smallpox-related disease spread to more than 100 countries last year, is no longer an international emergency, after a dramatic drop in cases in recent months. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/who-mpox-monkeypox-global-outbreak-emergency-a0d6935e99a0117ed921c10059a074ae

SPORTS

Tennis News- Madrid Open apologises to women’s doubles finalists for denying speeches: The men’s’ doubles finalists were allowed to speak to the crowd after their matches. Victoria Azarenka and Beatriz Haddad Maia beat Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff in the women’s final on Sunday but were not given a microphone to let them address the crowd. “We sincerely apologise to all the players and fans who expect more of the Mutua Madrid Open tournament,” said Madrid Open CEO Gerard Tsobanian in a statement on Twitter. “Not giving our women’s doubles finalists the chance to address their fans at the end of the match was unacceptable and we have apologised directly to Victoria, Beatriz, Coco and Jessica.” Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230511/madrid-open-apologises-for-denying-womens-doubles-finalists-speeches

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Rockers Friends Rumble #4: May 12-14
Hotel Las Palmeras, Fuengirola
– Friday 12th: Coffin Racers; Sun – Elvis Presley Tribute; Mad Martin Trio; Jungle Tigers
– Saturday 13th: Hick Raiders; Johnny Moon & The Selenites
Howlin’ Ramblers; Graham Fenton; The Royal Flush – Rock’n’Roll
– Sunday 14th: Bert-A-Tones; Top Dj’s Smiley + Mr. Scooby + Ernesto Dj Lobezno + Deborah DevoBot
And a lot of booths to buy items, get your hair done or even get tattooed.
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El Trapiche’s San Isidro Feria: 13-14 May
– Saturday, May 13, from 8:30 am, with a great fireworks and activities around the Jurado Lorca painting contest. In the afternoon there will be a children’s party, a snack with chocolate, and the performance of different traditional games such as the children’s race of hundreds on bicycles, among others, some of them to raise funds for the repair of the Church of El Trapiche. Starting at 9:00 p.m., attendees will be able to enjoy dancing in the Official Booth with La Dolce Vita, the performance of the Cristina Gallardo Academy, and it will be at 10:30 p.m. when the election of the Festival Queen and Mister .
– On Sunday, May 14, at 1:00 p.m., the day begins with the Rociera Mass in honor of San Isidro and with its corresponding floral offering, to give way to the tasting of a paella among the attendees. The election of the Romero and the Romera Mayor for the Romería 2023 will be around 4:00 p.m. and around 6:00 p.m. there will be a procession from San Isidro.
– Those interested in participating in the Juan Jurado Lorca outdoor painting contest can consult the municipal website, City Hall section, Organizational Units section, and finally in Fairs and Festivals. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-localidad-velena-de-trapiche-se-prepara-para-vivir-su-feria-en-honor-a-san-isidro-2/

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Concert in Nerja: Live music by the great bandoneon player Carlos Becu. Sunday 14th May. From 6 p.m. onwards at The Circles
Calle Chaparil 5, Nerja FB

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Concert in Nerja: Concert by the Alminares Choir
Saturday 13 May. Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre
Free entrance until full capacity is reached.
Concert by the Coral Alminares, accompanied by soloists and piano, with the participation of the Galician choir GLI Amici Appassionati, from Vigo, in what they have called “songs of return”. FB

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The Torrox Theater Association presents the comedy “El pueblo más cutre de España” (“The Shabbiest village in Spain”): May 12 and 13, at 8:30 p.m. at the Villa de Torrox Theater. Buy your tickets (€7) through this link, from Monday to Friday at our box office or one hour before the show. Info & tix: https://www.mientrada.net/evento/el-pueblo-mas-cutre-de-espana/2023-05-12/

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Casting Call: The Salón Varietés Theatre in Fuengirola has released a audition notice for the production of ‘Oklahoma- the Musical!’, see pic.
Singers and actors are invited to take to the stage from 11am to 2pm in auditions on Saturday, May 27, while dancers will ignite the dance floor on Sunday, May 28.
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La Noche en Blanco in Malaga:
– ‘The Good Life’ is the theme for the 143 activities of the White Night 2023, which will be offered to the public free of charge on May 20 between 19.00 and 01.00 hours.
– The program can be consulted at https://www.lanocheenblancomalaga.com/

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For Sale: As a lot. Bicycle equipment
Selling brand new and never used Bike equipment (comes with tags)
Helmet (size Large), Trouser (size Large), Bike lock, Bike gloves.
All together for 30 Euro. Sabine, Caleta de Velez (Meet at ALDI) WhatsApp 634721547

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For Sale, 2 items:
– Ladies shoe storage cabinet as new sell for 80euros.
– Aluminum set of 4 chairs and table 1.2m new cushions 100euros
Godfrey, Competa 604350683
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Wanted: Caravan. I need a caravan for a garden project. Other than going to my property it won’t be going anywhere else so documents not necessary. Van needs to go to Nerja. Marty, Frigiliana, WhatsApp 610626196.

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Government will prohibit work outdoors with a red or orange alert for heat: {Translation, summary} The second vice president, Yolanda Díaz, has advanced a modification of the occupational risk prevention regulations that will prohibit, among other things, working outdoors during workdays “when there is an orange alert or red alert” due to heat by the Spanish Agency for Meteorology (Aemet). Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1263042/el-gobierno-prohibira-el-trabajo-al-aire-libre-con-alerta-roja-o-naranja-por-calor/

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Trade Union Strike Averted: {Translation}
– The CCOO and UGT unions and the CEOE-Cepyme employers have signed the new agreement for employment and collective bargaining (AENC), which establishes a wage increase of 4% in 2023 and 3% in 2024 and 2025, as well as a 1% revision clause based on inflation.
– Negotiations on this agreement, which serves as an indication in collective bargaining, were blocked for months due to the employers’ refusal to include wage revision clauses linked to the rise in prices, something that is finally included in the agreement, and due to the refusal to agree on a rise for the past year, which has been left out of the new AENC. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1262845/sindicatos-y-patronal-firman-el-nuevo-acuerdo-salarial-hasta-2025/

ANDALUCIA

How to vote by post in Spain’s regional and local elections:
– On May 28th, local elections (known as elecciones municipales in Spanish) will be held throughout Spain. There will also be regional elections in most autonomous communities held on the same day, though not in Andalucia.
– The deadline for requesting a postal vote is May 18th 2023.
– By e-mail: You can request your postal vote through the Correos website, where you must prove your identity through an online ID such as the digital certificate of Cl@ve password and provide the address to which you want the voting material to be sent.
– At the post office: You can also request your postal vote in person at any post office in Spain. This must be done personally by each voter, except in case of illness or disability (proven by official medical certification) when the request can be made by an authorised third party. In order to speed up the procedure, Spain’s national postal service offers the option of making an appointment beforehand, which you can do through the Correos app or website.
You will need valid ID and to prove your address. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230510/how-to-vote-by-post-in-spains-regional-and-local-elections

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Change of weather in south of Spain this weekend with drop in temperatures and possible rain:
– Spain’s state weather agency Aemet is warning that the weather in Andalucía could take a turn for the worse from this Friday, after several weeks of summer-like temperatures.
– In Malaga province, Aemet forecasts a drop of up to 9 degrees depending on the municipality. Therefore, in Malaga city the maximum temperature will go from 30 degrees at the beginning of the week to 21 degrees on Saturday or 20 this Sunday. The minimums will also drop, from the 19 degrees this Wednesday to the 14C expected this coming Sunday.
– There is a probability of rain on Friday night or Saturday in the Andalusian provinces of Almeria, Granada and Malaga. If it does come, the rainfall in Malaga is not expected to amount to much, and it would occur mostly on the coast,” said José Luis Escudero.
For now, Aemet sets these possible showers in Malaga city at 80% until 12noon on Saturday. Before dropping to 50%. A token 20% probability is set for Sunday, when a day of sun and clouds is expected.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/change-weather-south-spain-this-weekend-with-20230510164825-nt.html

MALAGA

10,000 retail workers in Malaga called to strike from 24 June onwards: The trade unions have called the strike because of a deadlock in negotiations between employers and employees over moving staff from one workplace to another without compensation. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/10000-retail-workers-malaga-called-strike-from-20230509135033-nt.html

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Almost 50 people in Malaga province arrested in major mobile phone repair investigation for using counterfeit parts:
– During Operation Rotten, more than 14,000 spare parts were seized that authorities claimed were copies of original brands such as Apple, Samsung and Huawei.
– The investigators focused on Malaga-based company Klicfone, which was allegedly importing parts from the Asian market and then selling them to a leading mobile phone repair company – Manzana Rota – with franchises in different areas of the country. According to sources, they have shops and franchises in all eight provinces of Andalucía, as well as Murcia, the Basque Country, Castile and Leon, Aragon and the Asturias. In total, 35 premises were inspected, of which 15 were in Malaga. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/almost-people-malaga-province-arrested-major-mobile-20230510133136-nt.html

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Extreme race with 750 athletes will run day and night through 20 municipalities of the Alpujarra this weekend: {Translation, summary}
– The second edition of the Ultra Trail ’20 leguas de la Alpujarra’ will be held from 12 to 14 May with the participation of 750 athletes over a distance of 100 kilometres and 4,500 metres of elevation gain, combining competition with the dissemination of the natural and cultural heritage of the Alpujarra region.
– This event is very demanding on a physical level and is divided into three types of participation designed to offer a sporting experience adapted to the different levels of preparation of the population.
– The first modality, 20 “leguas”, is considered by the organisers of the event as the queen modality, with a total of 100 kilometres and an approximate accumulated difference in altitude of 4,500 metres.
– The second modality, 10 “leguas”, has been created to open up the event to other participant profiles and the aim is to bring together the same technical characteristics, landscape and terrain as the queen modality, adapting to those participants who cannot cope with events of more than 15-20 hours. It is a 50 kilometre route with a target level of 2,000-2,500 metres.
– The third and last modality, 2 “leguas”, called the family distance of the project, is 10 kilometres long and is designed for all kinds of public. The aim of this last event is that those who are just starting out in trail running or those who specialise in short and fast distances can take part in this project and enjoy the Alpujarra of Granada on the day of the race. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/alpujarra-carrera-extrema-750-atletas-dia-noche-20-municipios-la-alpujarra/

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A hospital in Pascual confuses 14 year old’s meningitis symptoms with having been “raped and on drugs”, and the young woman dies: {Translation, summary}
– A young girl from Sanlúcar de Barrameda in Cádiz, and only 14 years old, died “because”, according to the Bufete Ortiz Abogados, it seems that “in the Emergency Department of the Hospital Virgen del Camino de Sanlúcar, they confused her meningococcal meningitis with a diagnosis of having been drugged and raped, activating the protocol Violence against Minor. This wasted precious time, the so-called golden hour, in finding the diagnosis”. After 2 days of tests pursuing the incorrect diagnosis, she died.
– The aforementioned hospital centre assures that “the action followed” by it “was evaluated at the time, by the corresponding hospital commission, not detecting anomalies” in it. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1262152/un-hospital-de-pascual-confunde-una-meningitis-con-estar-drogada-y-la-joven-fallece/

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Public toilets for dogs? They are already a reality in Huelva:
– The capital of Huelva has ten units of ‘Pipiguau’, a new urban furniture promoted by the Huelva City Council which will be used to collect dog urine and which has already been distributed in different neighbourhoods of the city.
– As the councillor for Urban Habitat and Infrastructures, Esther Cumbrera, pointed out, “the municipal priority with this new and modern service is to contribute to keeping the streets clean”. In this way, in collaboration with the Huelva-based company Pet Solution Urban, an expert in the construction of this type of street furniture, the Council has proceeded to install the first ten units in different parts of the city, with the aim of gradually increasing them.
– As for the most noteworthy aspects of this furniture, it is worth highlighting that it is a canine urinal that attracts the animal to encourage it to urinate in its space. Thus, for the Town Hall it has been essential “to opt for the most innovative means that have come onto the market, and which have also formed part of a pilot project that was launched previously and which managed to respond to the expectations of users with dogs”.
– Finally, the City Council would also like to ask for the collaboration of the citizens in order to make the correct use of the ‘Pipiguau’, with the aim of being able to contribute together so that this revolutionary service can fulfil its important role in the city.
Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1262738/banos-publicos-para-perros-ya-son-una-realidad-en-huelva/

UK

Baby born from three people’s DNA in UK first: A baby has been born using three people’s DNA for the first time in the UK, the fertility regulator has confirmed. Most of their DNA comes from their two parents and around 0.1% from a third, donor woman.
The pioneering technique is an attempt to prevent children being born with devastating mitochondrial diseases.
– Fewer than five such babies have been born, but no further details have been released.
– Mitochondrial diseases are incurable and can be fatal within days or even hours of birth. Some families have lost multiple children and this technique is seen as the only option for them to have a healthy child of their own. There is technically a risk of “reversion” where any defective mitochondria that are carried over could gain in number and still result in disease. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-65538866

EUROPE

Eurovision 2023- Here are the first 10 finalists and some new rules:
– The Scandinavian acts demonstrated their clear strength at the first semi-final at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) in Liverpool, held on Tuesday evening.
– Loreen, representing Sweden for the second time after her win in 2012 and this year’s favourite, qualified for the Eurovision final on Saturday, May 13. Her gloomy electro-pop act was a highlight.
– The other favourite of the competition, Käärijä from Finland, also made the cut for Saturday’s final. Wearing a neon green jacket, the young Finn galvanized the audience with his performance combining metal, hip hop and electro-pop.
– Alessandra from Norway also qualified with a powerful up-tempo number featuring amazing vocals. Full article: https://www.dw.com/en/eurovision-2023-here-are-the-first-10-finalists/a-65573232

TRAVEL NEWS

Spain to pay national bus and train tickets for young people this summer: Spain’s government said Tuesday it was slashing the price of state bus and train tickets by up to 90 percent for young people this summer, a day after it announced it would pay 50 percent of their trans-Europe Interrail passes. The reductions, which will be valid for a three-month period starting on June 15th. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20230510/spain-to-pay-national-bus-and-train-tickets-for-young-people-this-summer

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These are the next dates Air Europa pilots plan to strike at all bases in Spain: The Spanish union of airline pilots (Sepla) has announced a call for eight new strike days for May 22, 23, 25, 26, 29 and 30 and June 1 and 2 at all Air Europa bases and work centres in Spain. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/these-are-the-next-dates-air-europa-20230509110910-nt.html

SPORTS

Tennis News- Andalusia will host the largest team tennis events worldwide in 2023: {Translation, summary}
– November will be the month in which the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup will be held in Andalusia. As previously announced, Malaga will host the Davis Cup Finals from 21-26 November, and Seville has today been confirmed as the venue for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals from 12-17 November. As part of the agreement, Seville will host the final of this competition for the next two years, with an option to extend for a third year.
– It was also announced today that Cordoba will host the Billie Jean King Cup finals and the Davis Cup finals, in the junior category, at the end of the year, on a date yet to be announced.
– For more information you can visit the websites of the two competitions: http://www.billiejeankingcup.com and http://www.daviscup.com
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/deportes/Andalucia-mayores-eventos-equipos-mundial_0_1791722247.html

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Tennis News- Madrid Open overshadowed by allegations of sexism and gender inequality- World’s top female tennis players have voiced their outrage:
– After the trophies were handed out to the winning doubles pair of Victoria Azarenka and Beatriz Haddad-Maia, as well as the runners-up Gauff and Pegula, the players were waiting for their customary victory speeches. They smiled and held their trophies in front of assembled photographers, but not a microphone was in sight.
– It is understood that WTA representatives were informed of the decision to deny the female doubles players from taking the mic only midway through the doubles final, leaving no opportunity to react. Meanwhile the finalists of the men’s doubles and both singles tournaments were all given the opportunity to speak after their respective matches. While tournament organizers have given no indication as to why the four female players were muted, the events on Sunday had been preceded by serious allegations of sexism and gender inequality throughout the two-week event. Part of the criticism was the discrepancy in the size of cakes handed out to the male and female singles winners.
– Belarus-born Aryna Sabalenka was given a single-tier cake after winning the women’s final, while men’s singles winner Carlos Alcaraz was given a multi-tier cake that had to be held up by several people for a photo opportunity. Fans and players were left fuming over the optics the two photos displayed, leaving many to call out the tournament for being misogynistic.
– The event assigned all-female ball crews to men’s matches played on the grandstand court, with the uniforms featuring short, pleated skirts and crop tops. Fans had previously noted that there appeared to be two different variations of the ball kids’ outfit, one which saw the girls don the often labelled “sexist” outfits and another more standard selection of a shirt and shorts, worn for women’s matches. Following the backlash, the outfits were changed for the men’s final between Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz and Germany’s Jan-Lennard Struff, with the ball girls instead wearing three-quarter-length skirts as they worked the match. Full article: https://www.dw.com/en/madrid-open-a-tournament-mired-in-controversy/a-65578519

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