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COVID RESTRICTIONS ALERT- IF APPROVED, THESE TAKE IMMEDIATE EFFECT !!!
The Superior Court receives the request from the Junta de Andalucía to require the Covid passport in restaurants, bars and clubs until January 15th: {Translation} 12/14/2021 18:29h
-The Administrative Litigation Chamber of the Superior Court of Justice of Andalusia (TSJA) in Granada has received late in the morning today the request for judicial authorization from the Junta de Andalucía to establish the Covid passport as mandatory to access establishments of hospitality and nightlife, according to sources from the TSJA.
-The implementation will be immediate once it is endorsed by the Andalusian Justice.
-The Junta Board agreed to request the authority to require the Covid passport or a negative test to enter all the hospitality and nightlife venues of the community, at least, until the next 15 January.
-To access bars, restaurants, discos and nightlife venues, it will be necessary to present the vaccination certificate, also known as a Covid passport, or a certificate of recovery or negative test, either PCR in 72 hours or antigen test carried out by a center authorized 48 hours before. The measure has already been implemented in nine other Spanish communities. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-tsja-recibe-peticion-junta-andalucia-para-exigir-pasaporte-covid-bares-y-discotecas-202112141724_noticia.html

Christmas concerts 17 & 18 December in Almuñecar & Salobreña: Local choirs Coro Ciudad de Almuñecar and Coral Villa de Salobreña (Director: Eusebio Pita) have the pleasure of inviting you to their Christmas concerts which will take place this weekend, Friday 17 December in the Iglesia de la Encarnación, Almuñecar, at 20:00 and Saturday 18 December, Iglesia de Ntra Señora del Rosario, Salobreña at 20:00. Free entry. For more information tel: 689 111 352

Bar Atila: Live Band “Not To Fall” w/Lee Townsend+ Music Menu.
Saturday 18th December
Christmas Afternoon Gig starting at 2.00pm
Contact Frank at Bar Atila to reserve a table & preorder meals.
atilabarpuente@gmail.com ; 630 393 290 (WhatsApp)
C/ Buena Vista 9, Puente don Manuel

Triple A Animal Rescue Christmas Luncheon: Thursday 16Dec
Live music by Simone Lisa.
La Sala, Puerto Banus. Reservations required. €39pp
Enjoy a delicious 2 Course Luncheon with free-flowing Drinks (Wine, Beer & Water), Live Music, Charity Raffle and a special appearance from Magic Al!
WhatsApp Booking: +34 620 15 29 63 or Tel +34 952 81 41 45
Email: reservations@lasalabanus.com

Artisan Xmas Market: Saturday 18th December 10:00 – 14:00
El Zoco de Nerja, Calle Neptuno (piscina) y Paco Romo.
Tel: Ann – 602417636

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-Gardening – from weeding to landscaping, stonework (walls, paths, etc) a speciality. Transport and tools all provided by me, my time can be hired in 3 time slots of 4, 6 and 8 hours at a cost of 50€, 75€ and 100€ respectively plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
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Coast Fm Gold:
Things are starting to get back to ‘Normal’ …now what?
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Golden Leaves Funeral Plans:
Pre-planning your funeral is a thoughtful and responsible way to show you care about your family.
Funerals are no easy task. There are numerous considerations to factor in, including logistics, food and drink, casket purchase and burial grounds. A loved one’s death brings immense emotional strain to any family, and the question of financing and arrangements only exacerbates the stress.
Handling all of these challenges is difficult enough in one’s normal circumstances, but having to go through it while abroad is an enormous burden.
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Purchasing a funeral plan with Golden Leaves enables you to plan, design and pay for your funeral services in advance.
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Halting Erosion using Vetiver:
From Vetiver Spain in Sayalonga
Our Nursery is open by appointment. Please email or call first. We have Moringa seedlings, Organic Moringa powder and Comfrey plants. We also have some local trees and some exotic trees from Africa.
Vetiver is a rapid growing and non-invasive sterile clump grass with a height of 1-2 metres and a root system of 3-4 metres in depth. We have been providing Vetiver throughout the EU for almost 10 years now. We are located in Sayalonga where we can plant year round but our best results by far start in February. The reason is that Vetiver is indigenous to India and Vetiver loves the heat of the summer. Use Vetiver cuttings as mulch around all of your fruit trees. Decomposing Vetiver improves soil quality, keeps the weeds down and the insects away all while helping to maintain soil moisture.
Vetiver is a nutritious and replenishable animal fodder. Horses and pigs love it. We use it in our chicken pens replacing hay because it stops mites.
In the 2 photos below you will see land prepared for Vetiver and the results 2 years later.
We also use Vetiver along driveways and sidewalks. It also makes a great and inexpensive ornamental hedge.
Here is a link to a short video showing the results.
https://youtu.be/rjTmb_LL2uo
We suggest planting now, as this is the BEST time of the year to plant.
To see more images of Vetiver go to this link.
https://www.vetiverspain.org/photo-gallery.html
Presently we have some specials, which include free shipping to numerous locations.
For more information please contact us.
Please visit us or visit our website:
www.vetiverspain.com
Email: info@vetiverspain.com
Telephone: (34) 692 288 657

Great Deals From the Nerja Household Centre:
-Sturdy Wooden bench completely taken apart sanded & finished in a stain Measurements 117 x 47cms Price 75€
-Reduced- double bed with base 135 x 190cms Price 60€
-Reduced- Pair of good quality single mattresses excellent condition 120€ (for both)
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale, 3 items:
-Folding mini exerciser €10
-Adult mountain bike protection for elbows and shins/ knees. €30
-Karcher window cleaner with fluid €25
Watsapp Geoff on 666322732 or
email: gailandgeoff@yahoo dot co dot uk
Torrox costa/ campo, more details on request.

For Sale: iPhone XR, red, 64gb with 90% battery, unlocked to any network. Excellent condition, always kept in case with protected glass screen saver. New case bought only last month to be included. 340 euros. Collection from La Herradura. Email: janetgill_9@hotmail.com or tel 646381332.

CORRECTION: Christmas minimarket: Pippa’s Pawprints Spanish Dog Rescue is holding Christmas Minimarket in our support shop “relo”, Calle Almirante Carranza No 28, Nerja on Wed ~~16th~~ 15th December 6-9pm .
We have beautiful things at a steal – books, decorations, doggy/pussy cats’ gifts and treats, unusual stocking fillets, Children’s lucky dip, win a Barbie, guess the weight of the cake, Katrina’s fudge and much more. Complimentary glass cava, look no further. You can even have a stall, places limited.
annatinline@hotmail.com

News & Articles

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{ Translations by www.DeepL.com/Translator }

COVID-19

Covid Incidence Hotspots: In cases per 100,000 of population. Compare to Andalucia rate of 203.4.
Serrato (Malaga) 5394.2
Alcaucin (Malaga) 1009.2
Jayena (Granada) 855.5
Velez de Benaudalla (Granada) 553.6
Casabermeja (Malaga) 523.6
Coin (Malaga) 595.4
Tolox (Malaga) 515
Source: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/malaga-province-andalucia-20210606195012-nt.html

Covid Andalucia- There have been seven deaths in the community and 3.295 cases in the last 24 hours: {Translation, summary} 14/12/2021 13:00
-On Tuesday 14 December, Andalusia recorded a total of 3,295 cases of coronavirus infection in 24 hours, the highest figure since 17 August (3,303), while there were seven deaths, the highest figure in a month since Tuesday 9 November (nine). The seven deaths are recorded in Malaga (three), Almeria (three) and Granada (one).
-This is detailed in the data of the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia (IECA), which states that the incidence in 14 days rises 29.1 points in 24 hours to 203.4 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, 65.2 points more than a week ago.
-Malaga is the province with the most infections with 1,039 cases, followed by Seville with 568, Cordoba with 506, Cadiz with 497, Granada with 265, Jaen with 162, Almeria with 153 and Huelva with 105.
-Andalusia recorded on Tuesday a rise of 85 hospitalised patients to a total of 512, 136 more than a week ago and the highest daily increase since 24 August (91), while the number of patients admitted to an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) increased by seven to 93, a total of 14 more than seven days ago.
-By provinces, Malaga is the province with the most hospitalised patients with 156 and 22 in ICU, followed by Seville with 106 and 18, Cordoba with 61 hospitalised and 14 in ICU, Cadiz with 46 hospitalised and seven in ICU, Granada with 48 hospitalised and 12 in ICU, Jaen with 32 hospitalised and seven in ICU, Huelva with 38 hospitalised and five in ICU, and Almeria with 25 hospitalised and eight in ICU. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/andalucia-hospitalizados-coronavirus-granada/

Covid Malaga- Malaga on the verge of high risk level with at 264.1 Incidence Rate: {Translation} Dec 14, 2021 15:37h
-The coronavirus rate puts the province close to a high risk of spreading the virus. Currently, at 264.1, it is in the medium level – which is the range from 100 to 300 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. From 300 to 500, the risk is high.
-The Serranía de Ronda is already in this range, with 370.9 positive cases per 100,000 inhabitants, it is the health district with the highest incidence in the province.
-It is followed by the Costa del Sol, with a rate of 288.0 per 100,000 inhabitants, within the medium level of spread of Covid. The Malaga Health District – which includes the capital – recorded 276.7 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. This is followed by Guadalhorce, with 230.3; Axarquia, with 229.2 and La Vega de Antequera, which, with 117.1, has the lowest incidence in the province.
-At regional level, the rate is 203.4. Below Malaga are Huelva with 247.1, Cordoba with 231.1, Seville with 191.9, Cadiz with 188.5, Jaen with 177.7, Granada with 154.2 and Almeria 142.9. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/provincia-Malaga-riesgo-alto-propagacion-Covid_0_1638137510.html

Covid Spain- Health reports 26,136 new coronavirus cases, 58 deaths and incidence now over 412: {Translation} 14/12/2021 19:04
-The Ministry of Health has registered 26,136 new cases of coronavirus this Tuesday, with data provided by the autonomous communities, of which 14,339 have been diagnosed in the last 24 hours, compared to the 6,879 registered on Monday, bringing the total number of people infected with Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic to 5,366,128.
-Regarding the current average incidence of infections in Spain in the last 14 days, the report shows that it continues to increase, standing at 412.26 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, compared to the 381.26 reported on Monday by the department headed by Carolina Darias.
-As for deaths from Covid-19, 58 more have been reported, of which 180 have been recorded in the last week.
-There are currently 6,373 patients admitted for Covid-19 across Spain and 1,215 in an ICU, although in the last 24 hours there have been 815 admissions and 758 discharges. The occupancy rate of beds occupied by coronavirus stands at 5.11 percent and in ICUs at 13.1 percent. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/salud-investigacion/noticia-sanidad-notifica-26136-nuevos-casos-coronavirus-58-muertes-incidencia-ya-supera-400-20211214185124.html

SPAIN

Volcanic tremors stop on La Palma but eruption may not be over:
The Cumbre Vieja volcano on the Canary Island of La Palma fell silent as constant tremors stopped late on Monday, though experts cautioned this did not necessarily mean the eruption is nearing an end after 85 days. Seismic activity all but stopped around 9 pm local time on Monday, the Canary Islands Volcanology Institute, Involcan, said on Tuesday. It’s the longest period without tremors since the eruption began. “This does not imply the eruption is ending, since on other occasions halts were followed by a renewed increase in activity,” Involcan tweeted. Photo(13DEC21):REUTERS/Borja Suarez. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/la-palma-volcanos-tremors-stop-eruption-may-not-be-an-end-2021-12-14/

The wholesale price of electricity marks another historical record at 291.73 euros / MWh driven by gas: The average price of electricity in the wholesale market will stand at 291.73 euros per megawatt hour (MWh) this Wednesday, pulverizing the historical maximum of 288.53 euros / MWh reached on October 7. The new record is a consequence of the stratospheric rise in natural gas, the price of which has soared this week as a result of tensions between the West and Russia. The prices set by the Iberian pool for this Tuesday are still lower than those of France (more than 346 euros / MWh), Germany (295 euros) or Austria (311 euros). Full article: https://spainsnews.com/the-wholesale-price-of-electricity-marks-another-historical-record-at-291-73-euros-mwh-driven-by-gas/

ANDALUCIA

Cordoba Christmas Courtyards- More than 40 venues will open their doors from tomorrow: {Translation}
The Patios of Córdoba reopen their doors for Christmas. A total of 42 locations distributed on eight routes may visited from Wednesday, December 15 until February 30 , during hours from 17.00 to 21.00. It will recreate how people lived in the patios during these festivities, with a commitment to continue showing the cultural heritage. Full article with schedule of events, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/cordoba/sevi-fiestas-patios-navidad-cordoba-mas-40-recintos-abriran-puertas-desde-manana-cargados-actividades-202112141313_noticia.html
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EUROPE

The Netherlands extends night lockdown for a month and brings school holidays forward: {Translation} December 14, 2021 – 10:40 p.m.
-The Dutch Government announced this Tuesday that the current “night lockdown”, whereby all non-essential activity closes at 5:00 p.m. local time (4:00 p.m. GMT), will be extended until January 14, and the closure will be brought forward one week by Primary school holidays due to the threat of the omicron variant.
-Acting Prime Minister Mark Rutte said in a press conference that the extension of the current restrictions is “inevitable” during Christmas and the two weeks after the new year, so anyone who offers a non-essential service , including hotels, shops and gyms, must close from 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (04:00 GMT).
-Additionally, the maximum number of guests to a home is limited to four people over the age of 13 per day, and no exceptions to this rule will apply for Christmas or New Year’s Eve family gatherings. Primary schools will bring up the Christmas holidays, so they will close from next Monday, and will not reopen their doors until January 10, although they will not be obliged to offer virtual education to children during that time. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/sociedad/ultima-hora-coronavirus-actualidad-politica-14-diciembre_6_8576362_1082334.html

OTHER

Worldwide Computer Hack: A new exploit is allowing hackers access to many of the international computer networks and data bases that major corporations rely on to run the Internet and provide user services.
Chinese hackers are already exploiting a ‘fully weaponised’ software vulnerability which is causing mayhem on the web, with experts warning that it is the ‘most serious’ threat they have seen in decades.
That could mean stealing data on those servers such as medical records and photos, plundering company databases for people’s bank details, or locking up servers and extorting firms in so-called ‘ransomware’ attacks.
And there is little that most ordinary users can do to stop this from happening, or any way to tell if data has been stolen in this way. Most companies will have additional security measures in place such as encryption software which would likely protect sensitive data, but users will have little or no way of knowing if this is the case and will be unable to take extra measures to protect the data even if they find out it is vulnerable.
The flaw is considered so serious because the affected software is used in the wide range of devices that use Java software. It is so popular and embedded across many companies’ programs that security executives expect widespread abuse.
Online services used by millions including Netflix, Amazon, Uber and LinkedIn and cloud-based services such Apple iCloud, Android OS, Google Documents and more are all understood to be under threat from the software bug.
As one cybersecurity source who spoke to MailOnline put it: ‘This is where you put your faith in the lap of the computer Gods and hope it gets fixed soon.’ (The best advice for now is to keep everything, your system and all software & apps, fully updated. Exploit patches will be included in new updates if and when they become available. Also, keep a close eye on all bills, statements and receipts for unauthorized transactions. -Ed.) Full article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10307697/Chinese-hackers-exploiting-fully-weaponised-Log4shell-software-vulnerability.html

NASA craft ‘touches’ sun for 1st time, dives into the corona: A NASA spacecraft has officially “touched” the sun, plunging through the unexplored solar atmosphere known as the corona.
Scientists announced the news Tuesday during a meeting of the American Geophysical Union. The Parker Solar Probe actually flew through the corona in April during the spacecraft’s eighth close approach to the sun. Scientists said it took a few months to get the data back and then several more months to confirm. The Parker will keep drawing ever closer to the sun and diving deeper into the corona until its grand finale orbit in 2025. Artists Rendering Image:NASA/AP. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/science-business-sun-cdb6e773cbe6fea2c7225bea213701c2

Annapurna III- The great mountaineering challenge of the 20th century is finally conquered: Annapurna (8,091 meters), the first mountain standing over 8,000 meters high to be conquered by man – Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal made the first ascent in 1950 – hid other Annapurnas in its shadow, none of which are as severe and complex as the southeast ridge of Annapurna III (7,555 meters). This autumn, it was finally climbed. Marked as the great objective of mountaineering in the 20th century, Annapurna III had been visited by some of the most famous names in the business, who made their attempts in dribs and drabs over the last 40 years.
Full article: https://english.elpais.com/usa/2021-12-13/annapurna-iii-the-great-mountaineering-challenge-of-the-20th-century-is-finally-conquered.html

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https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

COVID-19 VIRUS HOTLINE: Information hotline for those who suspect they may have the coronavirus. Anyone experiencing symptoms should stay at home and dial 900 400 061 or 955 545 060 – and only call 112 in an emergency.

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
https://www.spth.gob.es/

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DigameXtra No. 2135 Tuesday, Dec. 14th, 2021

On December 14, 2021December 14, 2021 By Naythan

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Flamingo Christmas with Maria Gomez “La Canastera” and Niño Carmelo: Friday 17Dec. Teatro Casa de la Cultura, Almunecar
Ticket: Advance Ticket: 10€. Box Office: €12 FB link

Stand-Up Comedy in English: Fri., 17Dec 8:30pm
El Elefante Bonanza, Benalmadena. Performers- Donal Vaughan (Ireland), Victor Pãtrãscan (Romania), Ollie Horn, Lucy Amans (UK)
Avenida de la Telefónica, 29630 Benalmádena
Info & Tickets- €16.22 at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stand-up-comedy-in-english-benalmadena-tickets-201871492067

Contemporary Art Center of Vélez-Málaga (CAC) Francisco Hernandez welcomes new exhibition: {Translation}
‘Tibetan Buddhist Art’, a collection belonging to the Buddhist Center Karma Guen, made up of 84 pieces, some of them unique as sculptures of the I, VI, VIII, and IX, tibetan paintings, a piece of the Ming Dynasty, and sculpture housed in the dome of the Stupa. In addition, activities will be related to the shows and will be open until the 6th of February. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiahoy.es/articulo/cultura/cac-velez-malaga-acoge-muestra-arte-tibetano-centro-budista-karma-guen/20211213125911045254.html

Invitations for the Christmas tea ‘Tribute to our Elders’ in Nerja available from this Tuesday: {Translation}
-The Nerja Councillor for the Elderly, Elena Gálvez, has announced that from tomorrow, Tuesday, until next Friday, invitations can be collected for the Christmas afternoon snack ‘Tribute to our elders’, organised by the Town Hall, which will be held on Monday 20 December at 17:00 hours in the Cueva de Nerja Restaurant, and will be enlivened by the performance of Plácido.
-“Seniors who wish to attend this snack can pick up their invitations at the Municipal Office of Attention to the Elderly from 10 to 14 hours,” explained the councillor, who explained that “you must be equipped with the Municipal Card of the Elderly of Nerja and ID card or Residence Card at the time of collecting the invitation”.
-The councillor also informed that the Town Hall will provide three buses for the elderly to take them to the restaurant. The departure time will be at 16.30 hours, with stops at the Hotel Riu Monica in Avda del Mediterraneo, Hotel Toboso Chaparil in Chaparil street and at the bus stop in Avda Ciudad de Pescia. After the snack, the return journey will take place from 20:00 hours onwards. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/comienza-este-martes-la-entrega-de-invitaciones-para-la-merienda-navidena-homenaje-a-nuestros-mayores-en-nerja/

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Services Wanted/Offered

Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and near Oxford, UK.
We provide a one stop service for all your transport needs and pride ourselves on reliability, flexibility, good communication and a very much ‘can do’ approach. No job is too small and there is always a solution.
Our services include:
-Regular runs between UK and Spain
-Transport of personal property from full house moves to vehicles down to small single items
-Courier Services
-Man & Van services
-Packing, including supply of packing materials
-UK Home shopping with UK delivery address
-Storage of property and vehicles in UK and Spain
-Any jobs in Western Europe and Scandinavia considered
Fully Insured with Haulage, Goods In Transit and Public Liability policies.
If we can be of service please contact Steve & Gail. We are on Facebook and always available to chat through your needs and provide a free no obligation quote if required. FB-Link
UK: 0044 7868 435052
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Extensions, retaining walls, driveways, swimming pools, damp problems, roofs, blocked drains.
Replacement kitchens and bathrooms, Tiling and terraces. Plumbing, electrics and plastering, painting.
Architect service, building licence applications.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From the Nerja Household Centre:
-Auguste Rodin cambodian dancers print framed 127 x 98cms Price 35€
-Mexican style coffee table been sanded back to natural and restained with studded leg detail. Measurements 58 x 58 x 53cms Price 35€
-Chest of drawers Measurements 93 x 41.50 x 83.50cms Bedside units 46.50 x 32.50 x 63cms. Price 135€ (the set)
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
-Apple iPad Air 2. 16gb. Rose gold finish. Magnetic case. Unmarked. Updated to iPadOS 15. €200
-Apple Watch 4 GPS 40mm silver aluminium case. in original box with unused Apple Sport Loop grey wrist band. €220
Glen 652471289 La Herradura.

For Sale, 3 items:
-three pine wardrobes for sale, good condition 40€ each ono.
-Aspes Washing machine old but in working order used only in holiday home 30€
-Bed settee sun faded metal mechanism not foam fold out 40€
Contact Amanda, Torrox, WhatsApp 636866715

For Sale: Cobra men’s left-handed golf club set with bag and trolley.
Good quality clubs and in good condition. 65€. Buyer collects in Nerja. Tel: 669094359 Anders

Christmas minimarket: Pippa’s Pawprints Spanish Dog Rescue is holding Christmas Minimarket in our support shop “relo”, Calle Almirante Carranza No 28, Nerja on Wed 16th December 6-9pm .
We have beautiful things at a steal – books, decorations, doggy/pussy cats’ gifts and treats, unusual stocking fillets, Children’s lucky dip, win a Barbie, guess the weight of the cake, Katrina’s fudge and much more. Complimentary glass cava, look no further. You can even have a stall, places limited.
annatinline@hotmail.com

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Covid Andalucia- Andalucía adds 3,110 Covid infections in 48 hours, the highest figure since August:
-The region’s 14-day cumulative incidence rate has risen to 174.3.
-The region has also recorded one Covid-19 death, in Malaga, three fewer than the number added on Saturday.
-However, the councillor highlighted that the region’s average coronavirus incidence rate is around half of the 323 registered at the national level.
-Seville is the province with the most new infections with 763 cases, followed by Malaga with 638, Cadiz (389), Granada (374), Huelva (262), Almeria (233), Jaén (228) and Cordoba with 223. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/andalucia-adds-3110-20211213123200-nt.html

Covid Axarquia- Axarquia registers 125 cases of the coronavirus after the end of the week, half of them in Vélez-Málaga: {Translation} 13Dec21
-The Ministry of Health and Families of the Andalusian Regional Government has reported this Monday, December 13, 125 new cases of coronavirus infection in Axarquia since the last update of data from the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia (IECA), last Friday, December 10. This is the weekend with the highest number of infections since the 9th of August (159).
-The good news is that no deaths have been reported and the region now has 34 days without any deaths from the disease (since 9 November). In addition, another 14 people have been confirmed recovered from COVID-19 over the weekend.
-With regard to the new positives, 58 have been registered in Vélez-Málaga; 20 in Rincón de la Victoria; 10 in Torrox; 7 in Alcaucín; 6 in La Viñuela; 5 in Algarrobo and Colmenar; 4 in Nerja and Benamargosa; 3 in Periana; 2 in Cómpeta; and 1 in Riogordo.
-As for the people who have overcome the disease, 8 have been reported in Rincón de la Victoria; 2 in Vélez-Málaga; and 1 each in Nerja, Torrox, Alcaucín and La Viñuela.
-The incidence in the Axarquia Health District (which includes Casabermeja) is 218.1 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, 51.2 points more than last Friday (166.9). Meanwhile, in the Malaga Health District (which includes Rincón de la Victoria, Macharaviaya, Moclinejo and Totalán, as well as Malaga city and Almogía) the incidence is 211.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, 18.5 points more than on Friday (193).
-In total, since the beginning of the pandemic in the Axarquia region, 15,487 positive cases have been registered to date, of which 14,601 have been officially cured and 215 have died. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-axarquia-registra-125-casos-de-coronavirus-tras-el-fin-de-semana-la-mitad-de-ellos-en-velez-malaga/

SPAIN

Spain recorded 38 cases of Omicron, 19 not linked to travel: {Translation, summary}
-Spain has so far recorded 38 cases of coronavirus of the Omicron variant, of which 19 are not linked to travel, according to the latest report on the epidemiological situation published Monday by the Ministry of Health.
-This document shows that, at present, the Delta variant represents almost 100% of those detected. In the last four weeks, the other variants do not reach 1% of the total.
-In Spain, 38 cases have been confirmed by sequencing, 17 of them corresponding to travelers from South Africa or their close contacts and 19 not linked to travel, as of December 13. Source, Spanish: https://www.laprovincia.es/espana/2021/12/13/espana-registra-38-casos-omicron-60632778.html

ANDALUCIA

Vaccination of children between the ages of eleven and five years starts in Andalusia: {Translation, summary}
-The vaccination of children between the ages of eleven and five years starts in Andalusia, with the possibility to request an appointment from this Monday the 13th of December, a process that starts from Wednesday, the 15th, with a first group of age of eleven to nine years (both inclusive), while the lower age will have to wait until January.
-However, those children between the ages of nine and five years with pathologies included in the Group 7 of the Strategy of the Ministry of Health also will be vaccinated, as they are people with conditions of very high risk.
-The vaccination will be in the afternoon on weekdays and during the weekends, in a way that facilitates the process to the parents, who will have to go as chaperones.
-This will be done in health centers and points of vaccination, although there is the possibility that in rural areas are carried out in schools. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1014713/salud-abre-las-citas-de-vacunacion-a-ninos-de-hasta-nueve-anos/

Alert for Listeria in these snacks pork sold in Andalusia: {Translation, summary}
-The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) warns of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in snacks of pork ‘Urechi Snacks’ brand Marcel expiration date 02-01-2022. The Spanish agency has received notice by the health authorities of Romania, origin of the product.
-The product has been distributed in several countries of the European Union, including Spain, where it has been found for sale in the autonomous communities of Madrid, Valencia, Andalusia and Aragon.
-Aesan recommended to persons who have in their home products are affected by this alert, refrain from eating them, and return to the point of purchase.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/sociedad/Alerta-Listeria-snacks-vendidos-Andalucia_0_1637837927.html

Andalucia Politics- Conservatives Outraged Socialist Backed Budget Includes 1 Billion Euros of EU Covid Recovery Funds As An Income Source: {Translation, summary}
Vox spokesperson in the Andalusian Parliament, Manuel Gavira, said of the rejection of his party to the approval of the draft budget for 2022 that “in that budget there are things that we do not like”, aspects among which he has included “those 1,000 million euros that are put as income from the Covid fund” arguing that “it is money that is not going to arrive”, as well as explaining about the rejection, “when they bring you a socialist budget, obviously… we and the PSOE have nothing to do with it”.
(This raised some interesting questions. Keep in mind that in 2020 Andalucia only paid €34,240,699 in expenditures and ran a €300,000 deficit, see graphic below. The current Andalucian gov’t’s proposed 2022 budget is balanced by injecting an extra income of 1 BILLION Euros in EU grant money? Almost 30 times what they spent in 2020, pouring into the 2022 budget from EU funds alone? Paid directly to Andalucia in immediately available funds for 2022 spending? To be co-mingled with funds spent on typical mundane expenditures they would have to pay for in any case, when the EU money is supposed to be for Covid damage “recovery and economic stimulus”? Sounds like wishful thinking, and smells of book cooking, to me. And don’t get me started on what happened the last time the EU dumped a load of money in Andalucia- highway ramps to nowhere and half built airports ring a bell? Yes, we could use the money, but a special committee, transparent and accountable, needs to manage it this time. -Ed.)
Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-manuel-gavira-afirma-canal-si-tuviera-68-diputados-cerraria-202112132008_noticia.html ; Budget Info and graphic credit: https://datosmacro.expansion.com/estado/presupuestos/espana-comunidades-autonomas/andalucia

EUROPE

Lukashenko says there will be “no other option” but to cut off gas supplies to Europe if the EU imposes new sanctions:
{Translation, summary} 13/12/2021 14:56
– Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Monday that he would resort to cutting off gas supplies to Europe if he were to find himself in an “emergency” situation because of possible new sanctions imposed by the European Union against the country.
-In an interview with the Turkish television channel TRT, he said that “if the sanctions put Belarus in danger, there will be no other option but to respond with such measures” and thus block the passage of gas through Belarusian territory.
-The Belarusian leader had already threatened in November to leave the EU without gas from Russia if Brussels applied a new set of sanctions in the midst of the migration crisis on the Belarusian-Polish border.
-Subsequently, Lukashenko has assured that he will not hesitate to implement this measure if Poland proceeds to close the common border. However, on 2 December, the EU announced new sanctions against Minsk, targeting 17 individuals and more than a dozen organisations.
-Brussels continues to hold Minsk responsible for the thousands of refugees currently at the border waiting to enter the EU to seek asylum. However, Belarus has blamed the migration crisis on European mafias operating from Germany, Poland and other EU countries that charge refugees to bring them to Europe. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-lukashenko-asegura-no-habra-otra-opcion-cortar-gas-europa-si-ue-impone-nuevas-sanciones-20211213145633.html

SPORTS

Do-Over! Matches of the final round of the Champions League after UEFA redoes draw:
-Paris Saint-Germain will play Real Madrid while Liverpool take on Inter Milan in two of the standout ties in the last 16 of the Champions League after an embarrassed UEFA was forced to redo Monday’s draw following a “technical problem”.
-PSG had initially been paired together with Manchester United but the reworked draw sees them play Real while the Old Trafford side will face Spanish champions Atletico Madrid.
-UEFA had earlier blamed a “material error” due to a “technical problem with the software of an external service provider” as it announced that the draw for the first knockout round of its flagship competition would have to be redone. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/sport/20211213-man-utd-and-psg-to-meet-again-in-champions-league-last-16

OTHER

Eye Drops That Could Replace Reading Glasses For Millions Approved By FDA: In October 2021, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) quietly approved VUITY eye drops to treat presbyopia, an age-related condition that results in progressively blurry vision when focusing on near objects, according to the biopharmaceutical company AbbVie. On December 9, the drug-maker announced that the treatment is now available via prescription at pharmacies across the US.
VUITY is a first-of-its-kind once-daily eye drop that provides sharp close-range vision within 15 minutes for a duration of up to 6 hours, without impacting distance vision. Its active ingredient, a medication called pilocarpine, works by causing the pupil of the eye to shrink which helps with seeing things up close. Full article: https://www.iflscience.com/health-and-medicine/eye-drops-that-could-replace-reading-glasses-for-millions-approved-by-fda/

Two-dose vaccines induce lower antibodies against Omicron, study finds: Two-dose COVID-19 vaccine regimens do not induce enough neutralising antibodies against the Omicron coronavirus variant, British scientists found, indicating that increased infections in those previously infected or vaccinated may be likely. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/two-dose-vaccines-induce-lower-antibodies-against-omicron-study-finds-2021-12-13/

Stunning- Facebook Court Filing Admits ‘Fact Checks’ Are Just A Matter Of ‘Protected’ Opinion: In a court filing responding to a lawsuit filed by John Stossel claiming that he was defamed by a “fact check” Facebook used to label a video by him as “misleading,” (Facebook’s parent company) Meta’s attorneys assert that the “fact check” was an “opinion,” not an actual check of facts and declaration of facts. Under libel law, opinions are protected from liability for libel.
This is a public relations disaster, revealing that their “fact checks” are not factual at all and should be labeled as “our opinion” or some such language avoiding the word “fact.”
As an amateur, it seems to me that if Facebook inserts its opinions into posts or blocks them because of its opinion, then that does make it a publisher with legal responsibility for what appears on its website. Full article: https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2021/12/stunning_facebook_court_filing_emadmitsem_fact_checks_are_just_a_matter_of_opinion.html

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Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
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UK Coronavirus:
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DigameXtra No. 2134 Monday, Dec. 13th, 2021

On December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 By Naythan

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Phoenix Club:
Our social club is fully open so do pop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs at various prices, including boxed sets.
***Trips***
December
-14th – Mrs Miggins Home Bake Sale at Bar La Vega, Torre del Mar, do come along, doors open 12.15
January
-7th – Trip to Gib €15pp includes €1 for the driver.
-21st – Trip to the Sierra Nevadas €18,50pp – Bring your skis!
-28th – Trip to La Canada and Iceland. Price €15pp
The Phoenix Social club is a registered association. We meet at the La Vega bar every Tuesday and you can find it just behind the Repsol garage on the way out of Torre towards Benajarafe. We are now open from 12 noon until 2pm.
For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723/626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information

Dec. 2021 Program Schedule for Bio Beach Restaurant:
In El Morche, behind the Church, on the Paseo Maritimo.
-Wed. Dec. 15 at 10:15am U3A Annual Mtg. Must register
-Wed. Dec. 15 at Noon U3A End of Year Celebration Lunch. Must register by Dec. 9th.
-Wed. Dec. 29 at 7pm – Violin Recital with Italian virtuoso Emanuele. More details to come.
For info or registration contact: norma2kk@aol.com

Yfke’s Bar- Torrox Costa: Due to circumstances, the opening hours and programmes of the Bar may vary in the coming weeks. Please use FB messenger to contact us or confirm activities this week.
-Tues., Painting Workshop 10:30am
-Wed., Guitar Workshop at 3pm.
-Fri., Macrame / Crafts Workshop 10:30am.
-Sat., Mosaic Workshop this week, bar open 2-8pm
Open Mon-Sat, 1400 – 2200. Closed Sundays. You will find us at: Torrox Costa Paseo, EDF 8 Urb. Costa de Oro. FB link with map
Warm greetings and see you soon, YFKE’S BAR.
Tel +34 711 03 0217

Fiesta de las Migas- Torrox: Sunday 19Dec
-11am. Choirs coming together on Plaza de la Constitución to sing traditional Christmas carols.
-12 noon. The Ortigosa brothers from Torrox will perform their Llegó la Navidad (Christmas arrived) concert.
-1pm. The festival opens with the traditional sounding of the horn, followed by a performance by the verdiales group, Coto Tres Hermanas.
-The migas (a tasty traditional dish based on stale bread crumbs) will be served at the Llano de la Almazara area near the entrance to Torrox pueblo. There will also be stalls offering ‘bartolillos’ (small, sweet, filled pastries).
-3pm. The Requiebros group performs.
-4pm. Music from DJs Vicman Romero and Mike Sildavia FB link

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Services Wanted/Offered

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Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
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My contact details can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of the issue. Here are “before” and “after” pics from my latest job.

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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BluCee Real Estate- one property request, one offered:
***Digamites- we need your help in find a property for a client who is coming to Spain in December.
Cash buyer, no mortgage needed up to €500,000
Must have list: privacy, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, swimming pool, lake or seaviews. Must be legal with paperwork. If you are selling a property which fits this criteria this please contact us.
***For winter, long term rental available from 1st January until 30th April 2022. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house in Los Robles, Nerja. The house has a lovely living room and terrace with sea views, garden and is only €700 a month plus electricity.
Link to the property on our website https://www.blucee.com/index.php/property/house-in-nerja/
We are also taking bookings for winter 2022/2023.
Our reviews on Google and Facebook speak for themselves.
Please contact us as we are looking for more properties to list for sale.
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria, and now with an office in Nerja.
For examples of our fantastic sales and holiday rental properties, please take a look at our website: www.BluCee.com
BluCee.com is a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown in the Sponsor’s Section every day.

Great Deals From the Nerja Household Centre:
-Solid coffee table with wrought iron detail
Measurements 66 x 45 x 45cms 20€
-White square coffee table 65 x 65 x 49cms Price 20€
-Reduced 2 seater sofa 170 x 90cms 60€
Contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
-Samsung 42in TV – Model No. UE40H5000AKXXU
Actual dimensions – 105 x 45 x 48cms
In full working order – this is not a SMART TV. 75Euros
-Black Glass TV Stand on three levels – in excellent condition
35Euros
Buy together for 100Euros. Buyer collects.
Karen from La Vinuela/Puente don Manuel
Tel: 711 006 283 ; karenlesleyphipps@gmail.com

For Sale: Size 40 boots from the Via Dos Collection. Looking for Xmas present for a loved one? Selling these Brand New attractive boots for €30. It’s an unwanted gift due to size of shoe. To arrange viewing and pick up, contact Donald in Canillas de Albaida. Please call 634379543 or
email: graydon1952@gmaildotcom

For Sale, 2 items:
-Fabric wall hanging new, ready to hang.
Dimensions: 128 x 88 x 4. €40
-Occasional sofa, daybed new perfect for guest or siestas. €80 includes cushions. Dimensions: 200 x 85 x 47h
Both could be delivered to the coast road or coastal property. If you cover the petrol.
If interested whats app please Diane, Torremolinos 00447720760459 or email: dkmdesign@btinternet.com

News & Articles

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SPAIN

Electricity continues to rise and sets a new record this Monday: {Translation}
-The maximum cost will be between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., with 315.43 euros / MWh, while the minimum will be 217.71 euros between 5:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.
-The average price of electricity in the wholesale market will reach 268.21 euros/MWh this Monday, 4.37% more than this Sunday, which has also been the most expensive in history costing 256.98 euros/MWh, according to data from the Iberian Electricity Market Operator (OMIE) collected by Europa Press.
-This increase comes after a weekend also of rises despite the fact that on weekends prices tend to relax with respect to weekdays due to the decrease in electricity demand. Thus, this Sunday, electricity set a new record, being the most expensive in history at 256.98 euros/MWh, while on Saturday it stood at 239.53 euros/MWh.
-The maximum price of electricity for this Monday will be between 21.00 and 22.00 hours, with 315.43 euros/MWh, while the minimum price will be 217.71 euros between 05.00 and 06.00 hours.
-The pool prices have a direct impact on the regulated tariff – the so-called PVPC – to which almost 11 million consumers in the country are subscribed, and serves as a reference for the other 17 million who have contracted their supply in the free market.
-The increase in price in recent months in the electricity market is mainly explained by the high prices of gas in the markets and carbon dioxide (CO2) emission rights, at historic highs this year. Source, Spanish.

UK

COVID- UK’s alert level raised to level 4 – second highest tier – amid rapid increase in Omicron cases: The UK’s COVID alert level has been raised to its second highest following a rapid increase in cases of the Omicron variant.
The country’s four chief medical officers have recommended to ministers that the UK moves from level 3 to 4.
The CMOs warn Omicron is spreading much faster than Delta and there is less vaccine protection against symptomatic disease from the new variant – as they urged the public to get their booster jabs. Full article: https://news.sky.com/story/covid-uks-alert-level-raised-to-level-4-second-highest-tier-amid-rapid-increase-in-omicron-cases-12494268

COVID UK- Daily lateral flow testing for double-jabbed contacts of coronavirus cases to start on Tuesday: Those fully vaccinated should take a daily lateral flow test for seven days to slow the spread of the virus, the government has said.
Unvaccinated adults must continue to self-isolate for 10 days if they are a contact of someone with COVID, and anyone who tests positive or develops symptoms will need to self-isolate.
People will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace or via the NHS COVID-19 app to tell them they are a contact of someone who tested positive and what action they need to take. Full article: https://news.sky.com/story/covid-19-daily-lateral-flow-testing-for-double-jabbed-contacts-of-coronavirus-cases-to-start-on-tuesday-12493836

Julian Assange had a stroke in Belmarsh Prison: The WikiLeaks publisher, 50, who is being held on remand in the maximum-security jail while fighting extradition to America, was left with a drooping right eyelid, memory problems and signs of neurological damage.
It happened at the time of a High Court appearance via video link from Belmarsh in October.
A ‘transient ischaemic attack’ – the interruption of the blood supply to the brain – can be a warning sign of a full stroke. Assange has since had an MRI scan and is now taking anti-stroke medication.
Full article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10300037/Julian-Assange-stroke-Belmarsh-prison-Fianc-e-blames-extreme-stress.html

EUROPE

Tens of thousands of protesters march through Vienna with ‘No to vaccine fascism’ signs in furious demonstration against compulsory COVID shots: Police said an estimated 44,000 people attended the demonstration which saw ‘no to vaccine fascism’ signs held aloft, the latest in a string of huge weekend protests since Austria last month became the first EU country to say it would make Covid vaccinations mandatory. Photo: REUTERS Full article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10299669/Thousands-protesters-march-Vienna-furious-demonstration-against-compulsory-Covid-jabs.html

At least 16 police officers injured during German Covid-19 protests:
-Protesters in Germany have clashed with police in several towns and cities at demonstrations against Covid-19 restrictions over the weekend that left multiple police officers injured.
-In the town of Greiz in central Germany, 14 police officers were injured after an estimated 1,000 people gathered in the town on Saturday.
-Police broke up an unregistered protest organized by the “Querdenken” movement in Hamm on Saturday, which at its peak attracted 550 participants.
-In Reutlingen on Saturday, about 1,500 people attended a rally. The protesters ignored police instructions that they should wear protective face masks, so the officers broke up the rally. However, some attendees continued to march, and a handful set off flares and fireworks.
-Approximately 2,500 protesters took to the streets of Freiburg on Saturday, police said, adding that there were several violations of public assembly rules and many participants refusing to wear masks. Full article: https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/at-least-16-police-officers-injured-during-german-covid-19-protests/ar-AARJpCj

SPORTS

F1 News- Mercedes protest as Verstappen wins first F1 title:
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen took his first Formula One title, denying rival Lewis Hamilton a record eighth, with a last-lap overtake to win a season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Mercedes principal Toto Wolff complained over the radio after the safety car rules were tweaked in Verstappen’s favour. Photo:REUTERS. Full atricle: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/verstappen-wins-formula-one-world-championship-2021-12-12/

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
https://www.spth.gob.es/

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Useful Links, Info & Numbers

Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

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DigameXtra, Sunday, Dec. 12th, 2021, Closed on Sundays

On December 12, 2021December 12, 2021 By Naythan

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COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
https://www.spth.gob.es/

Churches & Worship

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs, relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service.
During this time of uncertainty, God’s word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. We are a Bible based Church community continuing to help people find their way to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
-Sunday Service 11.00am
-Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
Directions: Click Here https://goo.gl/maps/KvNCimhrsYdH298r9
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
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 https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!).

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: www.stgeorgemalaga.org & Facebook

The Anglican Chaplaincy of Nerja & Almunecar:
The Anglican Chaplaincy of Nerja & Almunecar holds a midday (12 noon) Eucharist service at San Miguel church in Nerja every Sunday. San Miguel is to be found in Plaza Andalucia. https://goo.gl/maps/nCMt8XqAQvuyZiaE8
Iglesia de San Miguel (St Michael’s Church) is within easy walking distance of Nerja Bus Station. Free parking on the streets is available close to Plaza Andalucia or off street in the Dustbowl car park.
A midweek Eucharist service is held by Zoom each Wednesday at 9.30 am and a simple service of Compline also takes place by Zoom on Thursdays at 6pm.
Residents and visitors are welcome at our services.
For more information and to register for the link to the Zoom services please refer to our website. https://www.nerjaalmunecaranglicanchurch.co.uk/ & FB link

Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Church Services:
-St Barnabas IERE (Anglican) Torre del Mar, Morning prayer 1st Sunday, Holy Communion 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 11am. Tel: 657286284
-Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Catholic Mass in English. Every Saturday at 17.00. Tel: 952 543 334.
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

Carol Services

Carol Service: St. George’s Anglican Church.
Sunday 12 December at 6pm
7 Calle Linares, Velez-Malaga
Traditional Service of 9 Lessons and Carols followed by refreshments.
Ring Rebecca if you need directions. 608063873

Christmas Carol Service Nerja: Monday 13th of December 5PM
The Carols Service will be held at Saint Miguel, Plaza de Andalusia, Nerja.
The Coraxalia choir will be with us once again. Because of COVID, seating will be restricted and masks should be be worn in the church. Please do arrive early to ensure you have seats and can enjoy this yearly event which is back after a year’s hiatus. lauriebidwellATgmailD0Tcom

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Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

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DigameXtra No. 2133 Saturday, Dec. 11th, 2021

On December 11, 2021December 11, 2021 By Naythan

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Holiday Events This Weekend: {Translation}
-In Torre del Mar, most activities are moved to the Paseo Larios with a new edition of the ‘”Zambombá” Charity’. An event which will run from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 and will feature more than twenty performances, among which stands out the concert of Laura Gallego (Saturday 18:30 h), the group seville ‘Always’ (Saturday, 20 h) and Fran Ocaña (Sunday, 18:30 h).
-In Almayate, on Saturday 11 we will have flamenco zambombás in the tent next to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Park from 19:30 pm. In addition, the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus will host a Christmas concert by the Municipal Band of Velez-Malaga (19 h).
-In Caleta de Vélez the Municipal Band Music Veleña offer another Christmas concert on Sunday 12, at 12:30 pm on the promenade (next to the west entrance to the Port).
-In Benajarafe they celebrate on Sunday 12 with the traditional ‘Migas Day’, with various activities from 12:30 pm in the courtyard of the church of the town. This day will be enlivened with the performances of the pastoral of Benajarafe and Velez-Malaga, the performance of Sephora (15:30 h) and a flamenco zambombá (17:30 h).
-In Los Pepones, this Saturday 11 celebrate the festivities in honor of the Immaculate with its procession from 12:30 pm. In addition, there will be a convivial meal and in the afternoon will be the performance of Eva Dominguez.
-In Rincón de la Victoria, on Saturday 11 in Benagalbón you can visit the Living Nativity Scene in the Church Square from 11:30 am, which will give way to a Christmas party with music, bar and popular paella that will take place during the afternoon and part of the evening with live performances. In the Gloria Fuertes Square in La Cala del Moral will be held the XIV Outdoor Speed Painting Contest ‘Corners of La Cala’ from 16 hours. While on Sunday 12, in the Plaza Al-Andalus at 12 noon there will be an exhibition of Fit kit Gym Victory School. In the afternoon, at 18 hours in the same space, will be held the concert of the Coral El Castillo.
-Nerja’s Villa de Nerja Cultural Center hosts several shows. On Saturday 11 will be Antonio Cortes, who presents his new album ‘En Estado Puro’ from 20 hours. Also in the Barriada de los Poetas, at the headquarters of the Women’s Association ‘Fuente del Badén’ we will have a Christmas crafts workshop with Rocío Delgado at 17 hours. In addition, on Sunday 12 from 18 hours we will enjoy the parade of the Choir El Sarao, with departure from the Plaza Tutti Frutti and arrival at the Plaza of Spain.
-Algarrobo Costa a ‘Christmas Market’ in the parking lot of the Lidl supermarket. It will be from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 and will feature performances, craft stalls and gifts, food, cakes, ice skating rink, workshops for children, face painting, royal page boy and other surprises.
-In Canillas de Albaida on Saturday 11,there will be a ‘Zambombá flamenca’ by the Escuela de Flamenco Ciudad de Melilla at 18 hours in the Plaza Nuestra Señora del Rosario, with hot chocolate and Christmas sweets for attendees.
-In El Borge Saturday we will have a ‘Zambombá flamenca’, accompanied with the distribution of sweets and chocolate, and then the lighting of the Christmas lights.
-Competa, Saturday we can enjoy ‘An evening of Christmas music’ with the Competa Choir at 8 pm in the Church of the Assumption. In addition, in the municipality we will have on Sunday 12 in the Almijara square at 17 hours a chocolatada with churros (for over 65 years) to mark the beginning of the Week of the Elderly. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/que-hacer-este-fin-de-semana-en-la-axarquia-espectaculos-navidenos-y-eventos-gastronomicos/

Live Music with Juan Luis Pascual Sanchez: Sat 11 Dec, 20.00
DiveBar Nerja, Calle Antonio Millón 2, Nerja 661419974

Green Dogs Band live: Sat 11 Dec at Bea’s Postamt, BLQ 80 Torrox Costa
FB link

The Hall: Coming Events Next Week. Tel 679 441 801
-Sunday 12Dec 8:30pm Zambomba Flamenca €12
-Wednesday 15Dec 8:30pm Concert- Big Band Camm
-Thurs 16Dec 8pm Zambomba Flamenca €10
-Friday 17Dec 8:30pm Brown Sugar Band €8
Calle Heroe de Sostoa 65 29002 Málaga FB link

CHANGED VENUE- El Valle Asociacion Club Night: Attention al el Valle Asociacion Members! Monday’s Club Night will be held at the Atila Bar, just down the street from Asador. See you at Atila on Monday, December 13 at 7:30 for a fantastic Christmas Music and Singing event. https://www.el-valle-asociacion.com/about-us/

Ten Day Weather Forecast from https://weather.com/

Services Wanted/Offered

Tony Roam Transport & Removals:
Spain To UK To Spain Fortnightly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. Spain or UK
16 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Scheduled and also unscheduled all year every month.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have guaranteed scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back at the same time every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Dedicated Delivery Personal Service Full or Part loads up to 20 cubic meters up to 2.5 tonne.
Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company.
Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request. Hard Copies always carried on the vans.
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 www.tonyroamremovals.com
email: tonyroam@btconnect.com
Tel Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
Face book Tony Roam – WhatsApp Either Number

Car Clean Malaga:
Is your car looking tired? Does the interior need some TLC? Selling your current car & want to get the best price for it? We can help!!
At Car Clean Malaga we strive to achieve the highest level of finish on our customers cars possible. We are able to correct defective paintwork, faded headlights, scratches, stone chips and make interiors clean & fresh. We have invested thousands of euros in the best tools available to carry out these jobs as speedily as possible, ensuring you get the most efficient and cost effective results carried out for you!
Warren will come and see your vehicle and discuss with you what you need and a budget you have to work with.
Once your vehicle is booked in with us you can rest assured you will be pleased with the end results!
We can also offer this service to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes, small cars, 4x4s & vans!
Call or WhatsApp Warren on 618-346-098 or email at warren@carcleanmalaga.com for your FREE no obligation quote. Based in Comares.

MS Bespoke Joinery: With many years experience in the Joinery trade, I am able to offer a professional and personalised service to meet your individual requirements.
Wardrobes– if you are looking to maximise your wardrobe space, or modernise your existing Spanish wardrobes, then sliding doors is an ideal solution.
All wardrobes are fitted from floor to ceiling, with doors that slide effortlessly and silently, with soft-close mechanism.
Home Office– if you are working from home, it is important to make your space as comfortable and practical as possible, allowing you to maximise your productivity.
Murphy Beds– if space is at a premium, a wall bed is a really smart way to create a very flexible room – one that converts from a comfortable bedroom, to a work or play area, in less than a minute.
Beds can be installed with cabinets, in a large selection of designs, sizes and finishes.
Kitchens – From ultra-modern, glossy, handle-less cabinets to traditional Shaker style.
A comprehensive range of fully-fitted kitchen cabinets available to suit all budgets, offering style and practicality.
All kitchen-related trades catered for, to ensure a smooth transition from conception to completion.
For more information and a no-obligation quote,
contact Mick, Torrox, at: CoExGal@aol.com
or by phone at +44 7575 597060 or +34 696161951
https://www.msbespokejoinery.com/
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Assisted Living Services in the Axarquia Region:
Let Our Family Take Care of Yours.
MEDICAL CARE * HOME CARE * PERSONAL CARE
Palliative Care * Health Monitoring * Hospital Sitting * Respite at home
* Dressing, bathing and daily hygiene
* Assisted Mobility.
* 24 hour live in care.
* Meal preparation, shopping & routine house keeping
* Correspondence and Communication
* Medication Collection and Dispensing Systems
* Provision of Medical Equipment
TEL 951 55 05 81 OR 692419548
Contact Liz ( On WhatsApp). Colegio de Enfermería de Málaga reg. 17425
englishnurse@rocketmail.com
www.englishnurse.net

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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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.
Face Cleanser + Revitalizing Face Cream + Anti-ageing Serum
This set contains three of our best sellers! Each product has proven to be highly moisturizing, long lasting and effective at reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Our organic skincare range is 100% natural, plant-based and gentle to your skin.
All our products are made with love and care from premium quality vegetable oils and extracts.
Original price 65 € per set. Now 59€
Plus a free gift worth 4 € – reusable pure cotton bag (6 x 8 inch, 15 x 20 cm)
This special offer is limited and will be available whilst the products are in stock. Free small testers are available on request. Please contact us to find out more or to order:
Tel /WhatsApp: +34 650 044 102.
Follow us on social media:
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Homepage- www.moonette.es

For Sale: Amazon Fire 16GB. 7.0″ IPS LCD 600 x 1024 16gb
Accelerometer, Battery Li-Ion 2980 mAh, MicroUSB 2.0
microSDXC, Black suite and charger
edithkoster@hotmail.com
Edith, Torrox Costa, 641349166

For Sale: Ariete Cafe Chic Coffee machine by Delonghi.
Espresso and steam milk frother. Hardly used 10.00 euros.
Chris / Nerja Tel: 631940456
email: jjlly9@aol.com

Garage Sale: Garage sale this Sunday 12th December 10.30 – 14.00
On the corner of Calle Ubeda and Calle Los Almendros near Burriana beach.
Many household items, kitchen appliances, crockery, glasses cups etc + Lamps, small furniture, decorative items etc.
Many potential Christmas presents at a good price. From 1€ – 60€
Tel: 669094359 Anders, Nerja

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Covid Malaga- Malaga sum 570 cases of Covid in a day in which the rate shoots up to 20 points: {Translation, summary} Dec.10, 2021 14:57
-The province of Malaga has added 570 new infections of coronavirus this Friday, which is more than triple compared to the previous day, when there were 168; and the highest number of cases in Andalusia.
-On this day two deaths have been reported and the cumulative incidence in 14 days per 100,000 inhabitants has risen more than 20 points, to 186.1, in the whole province of Malaga.
-Hospital pressures are rising with eight new bedridden patients in the last 24 hours. Currently, 113 people are hospitalized (+3), of which 29 (+2) are in Intensive Care Units (ICU).
-The cumulative incidence per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days has increased in both the province and the capital. Specifically, in the province it is 186.1 (164.7 on Thursday) and in the capital it is 194.1 (171.7 the previous day).
-In each sanitary district the incidence increases. Thus, it rises in Axarquia, which goes from 159.3 to 166.9; in Malaga, which places its rate at 193.0 (171.7 on Thursday); in Serrania, from 243.6 increases to 269.1 and in La Vega is 89.9 (68.1 previously).
For its part, in the Costa del Sol district exceeds 200, going from 176.5 to 203.3, while the Guadalhorce Valley goes from 138.8 to 154.8, according to data from the Andalusian Government consulted by Europa Press. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/Malaga-suma-contagios-Covid-tasa-dispara_0_1636937475.html

New Covid variant found in France: A new variant of the Covid virus has been found in France with several cases reported in Marseilles.
Experts have designated the variant B.1.640.2 and will now work to see whether it warrants investigation or concern. Scientists will now determine what the mutations could mean for the variant – whether it will spread more quickly, make people more seriously ill or evade vaccines. Full article: https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/new-covid-variant-found-france-22425538
Original source article, French: https://www.lefigaro.fr/flash-actu/covid-19-un-nouveau-variant-decouvert-par-l-ihu-de-marseille-20211210

ANDALUCIA

Health establishes 1,000 Covid admissions as the limit for new restrictions in Andalusia: {Translation} 10/12/2021 17:38
-The 2,133 new Covid infections recorded this Friday by the Andalusian Ministry of Health confirm the difference in the incidence figures provided the day before when only 434 positives were confirmed, five times less. The average of the last two days does comply with the logical progression of infections of the week when, except for the singular data of Thursday, the rest of the days exceeded the thousand daily cases.
-This gap has raised the 14-day cumulative incidence rate by more than 14 points in just one day to stand this Friday above 150 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. It is still one of the lowest in Europe and represents only half of the Spanish rate.
-The data gap with respect to that offered on Thursday is also observed in the figures of hospitalized patients. Andalusia exceeds 400 admissions of Covid patients (410), with 15 more patients than on Thursday. In the last week there have been 108 hospital admissions for Covid. Of the total number of patients admitted, 88 were treated in Intensive Care Units.
-The number of hospitalizations is far from the ceiling indicated by the experts to adopt restrictions again. According to the Regional Minister of Health and Families, Jesús Aguirre, if the pressure on care and hospitalization is close to a thousand people admitted due to coronavirus, “more coercive” measures would have to be taken.
-Speaking to Canal Sur Radio, Aguirre has announced a new meeting of the committee of experts before the end of the year, after the one held on Thursday in which it was agreed to extend to bars, restaurants, cafes, nightclubs and nightclubs the implementation of the Covid certificate. This Friday, the Andalusian Government will ask the High Court of Justice of Andalusia the judicial endorsement for its implementation until January 15.
-Currently, Covid patients occupy 2.3 percent of conventional hospital beds and 4.97 percent of ICU beds. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-salud-fija-millar-ingresos-covid-limite-para-plantear-nuevas-restricciones-andalucia-202112101138_noticia.html

Conservative political party Vox will appeal the Covid passport requirement for restaurants and nightlife: {Translation}
-Vox will appeal the measure announced by the Junta de Andalucía to require the covid vaccination passport for access to hospitality and nightlife businesses, as well as for residences and hospitals.
-This was announced Friday by the parliamentary spokesman of Vox, Manuel Gavira, who has indicated that the appeal will be filed before the Chamber of the Contentious-Administrative Chamber of the High Court of Justice of Andalusia (TSJA) through the special procedure for the protection of fundamental rights.
-By this means, according to the representative of Vox, it will be achieved “much faster than the ordinary procedure, which is essential considering that what is at stake are the freedoms and rights of the Andalusians”.
-According to Manuel Gavira, “we will not tolerate that the Government of Moreno curtails the freedoms and fundamental rights with an authoritarian measure that discriminates against citizens, since the misnamed covid passport has become a mechanism to end the freedoms of the Spanish”.
-The parliamentary spokesman of Vox has warned that this measure of imposing this passport causes “setbacks” because of the problems generated by having to exercise control over customers, a task that does not correspond to them.
-With this initiative, “the hotel and nightlife workers are forced to act as policemen and it cannot be expected that these workers are placed at the door of restaurants or nightclubs demanding health data that are private,” he explained. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/vox-recurrira-pasaporte-20211210184839-nt.html

EUROPE

Ireland Obliges Travellers From UK to Test for COVID-19 for 5 Consecutive Days: Authorities in Ireland have announced that all persons planning to travel to Ireland from Great Britain will be obliged to take a COVID-19 antigen test each day for five days in a row upon their arrival due to the recent increase in the number of infections caused by the virus and in particular the spread of the Omicron variant in the UK.
Such a decision has been confirmed by the country’s government, while it stressed that the tests would be in addition to the recently introduced requirement that passengers to the Republic have a negative result of a COVID-19 PCR or lateral flow test before boarding a plane. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/ireland-obliges-travellers-from-uk-to-test-for-covid-19-for-5-consecutive-days/

EU Council Agrees Croatia Has Fulfilled All Criteria to Join the Borderless Schengen Area: In a meeting held on Thursday, December 9, the Council concluded Croatia has fulfilled the requirements for the application of the Schengen acquis as a whole, which is a precondition for the country to be able to join the Schengen Zone. Croatia is one of the last four EU countries that are still not part of the Schengen Area, alongside Romania, Bulgaria and Cyprus. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/eu-council-agrees-croatia-has-fulfilled-all-criteria-to-join-the-borderless-schengen-area/

USA

Most reported U.S. Omicron cases have hit the fully vaccinated -CDC: Most of the 43 COVID-19 cases caused by the Omicron variant identified in the United States so far were in people who were fully vaccinated, and a third of them had received a booster dose, according to a U.S. report published on Friday.
While the numbers are very small, they add to growing concerns that current COVID-19 vaccines may offer less protection against the highly transmissible new variant. Among the Omicron cases, 25 were in people aged 18 to 39 and 14 had traveled internationally. Six people had previously been infected with the coronavirus. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/most-reported-us-omicron-cases-have-hit-fully-vaccinated-cdc-2021-12-10/

LOTTERY

Euromillions: The winning combination of the Euromillions Friday, December 10, 2021 has been formed by the numbers 11, 21, 33, 38 and 42. The stars have been equivalent to 8 and 2. The code for the Million: VRV01377. Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4921954/0/comprobar-euromillones-resultados-de-hoy-viernes-10-de-diciembre-de-2021/

OTHER

Geminid meteor shower 2021 peaks December 13-14: The Geminid meteor shower – always a favorite among the annual meteor showers – is expected to peak in 2021, on the night of Monday, December 13 into Tuesday, December 14. The Geminids are a reliable shower for those who watch around 2 a.m. local time from a dark-sky location. We also often hear from those who see Geminid meteors in the late evening hours. On a dark night, near the peak of the shower, you can often catch 50 or more meteors per hour. On an optimum night for the Geminids, it’s possible to see 150 meteors per hour.
This year, a waxing gibbous moon will be above the horizon during peak time for viewing. But it’ll set shortly afterwards, leaving the sky dark for watching meteors. Thus the best time to watch for Geminid meteors in 2021, is likely before dawn – say, from around 3 a.m. to dawn – on the morning of December 14. Full article: https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-geminid-meteor-shower/ & VIDEO LINK

Julian Assange can be extradited to the US, court rules: The US won its appeal against a January UK court ruling that he could not be extradited due to concerns over his mental health.
Judges were reassured by US promises to reduce the risk of suicide. His fiancee said they intended to appeal.
Wikileaks editor-in-chief Kristinn Hrafnsson said in a statement: “Julian’s life is once more under grave threat, and so is the right of journalists to publish material that governments and corporations find inconvenient.
“This is about the right of a free press to publish without being threatened by a bullying superpower.”
Amnesty International described the ruling as a “travesty of justice” and the US assurances as “deeply flawed”. Photo:REUTERS
Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-59608641

The Monkees Farewell Show Just Weeks Before Mike Nesmith Passes Away: Monkees singer and guitarist Michael Nesmith, a pop visionary who penned many of the group’s most enduring songs before laying the groundwork for country rock with the First National Band in the early Seventies, died Friday from natural causes. He was 78. A video of Micky Dolenz and Nesmith, the two surviving Monkees, performing their final four songs, at The Greek Theater 14Nov21 is below.
Full story: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/monkees-michael-nesmith-dead-1270079/
VIDEO LINK

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
https://www.spth.gob.es/

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Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
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Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

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DigameXtra No. 2132 Friday, Dec. 10th, 2021

On December 10, 2021December 9, 2021 By Naythan

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Legends Cabaret Music Venue: Coming Events
-Tuesday Dec 28th Lionel Richie / Neil Diamond / Elvis / Whitney Houston / Frankie B. tribute party set
-Sunday Jan 2nd Mama Kaths Soul Sisters Trio + 2 more acts
Reservations 0034 628353884
-Note- Dec 27th show is sold out.
Calle Estepona la Cala 29649 Mijas FB link

Christmas Market: Saturday 18th December 1pm until 6pm.
El Pianista Del Carmen in Vélez Málaga.
Come & buy your personal gifts for friends & loved ones.
Join us for a Christmas sing-a-long as The Jingles Belles will be singing some of your favourite Christmas songs. We will be singing at 3pm & 6pm.
Contact Donna on 608 966 663

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Cómpeta Solar:
-Solar Electric (PV) (Self-Consumption)
-Grid Connected or Off Grid Solar Electric
-Solar Hot Water
-Solar Pool Heating
-Heat Pumps
-Installation and Repairs
Contact: Malcolm Butcher. Tel: +34 652970608 (Spain) Competa
Email: info AT competasolar DOT es Web: www.competasolar.es

Greek House– Greek Casita Restaurant, Torrox Costa! Please note: We’re Closed for Holiday. We re-open New Years Eve, Friday Dec 31st, from 8pm. In January we return to regular hours, 6pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday.
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. We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! For reservations call telephone number 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/

Malagalingo Spanish School: Spend Christmas with us!
Our school is open every day during the holidays in our OUTDOOR TERRACE overlooking the sea that you can see in the photo below.
We only close on the 6th of January.
And if you are going abroad you can follow our online lessons.
FREE Trial Lesson for everyone, no commitment.
We are look forward to seeing you!!!
Malagalingo Spanish School
malagalingo@gmail.com ; + (34) 650 479 493
Facebook: malagalingo ; www.malagalingo.com

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Yute & natural occasional lamp table. 56 x 40 x 58cms. Price 65€
-Double bed with clean mattress & base with legs
190 x 135cms Price 75€
-Natural & grey occasional lamp table. Measurements
50 x 37 x 52cms Price 65€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
-DRAPER 1/2 inch sq drive socket set. Do not be confused by cheap sets. This had a rating by a motoring journal of 5 STARS. Only €25 no offers
-Universal dog guard extends in height and width the fit any car.
Only €20 no offers
Tel 646 857775. John, Iznate area

For Sale: Twin Pack of original Canon printer cartridges
1x Black 1x Colour. Packet opened but cartridges unused. €35 new will accept €20, buyer collects from Venta Baja or arrange meet.
Email: Clive DOT Boughton@btinternet.com ; tel: 643513541
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For Sale, 3 items:
-Decorations. Just in time for Xmas. 2 large illuminating LED stars, 12 metres of outside rope lights, box of baubles and decorations and red fairy lights. 20 Euros.
-Moulinex travel iron used once 10 Euros
-Silvercrest oscillating electric fan used once 10 Euros
WhatsApp Becky, 634335833

For Sale: Ottaman style lift up bed.
The sizes are: 90 x 190cm. It has a memory foam mattress which is 23cm deep. The storage is 29cm deep underneath.
Both the base and mattress are in excellent condition and have hardly been used as it was set up in the guest bedroom, but with Covid, we’ve had no guests! We have now changed to a day bed to create more space. €60
Buyer to collect. Contact Tim, Nerja, on WhatsApp +34 621214331

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Covid Spain- The incidence rate reaches high risk levels in Spain: {Translation, summary} December 9, 2021 7:02 p.m.
-Health has notified 26,412 infections and 84 deaths since Tuesday.
-The incidence in Spain passes the barrier of 300 points and climbs to 305.57 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, thus entering the ‘high’ contagion range of the coronavirus, according to the new COVID traffic light in Health. This Wednesday Health did not update its data because it was a holiday, and on Tuesday it reported 290.1 cases of incidence, 15 points of difference with respect to this Thursday. The last time the country registered a similar figure was on August 24, when the rate stood at 305.61 cases.
-However, for the country to be at “high risk of contagion”, other criteria must be added in addition to the incidence , such as the occupation of the ICUs or the number of patients admitted for COVID. For example, the hospitalization rate corresponds to low risk levels, since it is between 5 and 15 points (11.55). Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/sociedad/incidencia-situa-espana-niveles-riesgo-alto-contagio_1_8564728.html

Covid Malaga- Four Malaga health districts register a Covid rate higher than 100 and one, more than 240:
-The health district rates are: Axarquía (159.3) Costa del Sol (176.5), Malaga (171.7) and Valle del Guadalhorce (138.8), while one (Serranía) has reached 243.6 Covid positives per 100,000 inhabitants. Only the health district of La Vega is below 100, with 68.1.
-The rate for Malaga province, as a whole, is 164.7 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days (some 6.8 more than on Wednesday). Only the province of Huelva in the Andalusian region has a higher incidence rate than Malaga (190.4). The lowest rate is in Granada (85.3) and it the only one of the eight Andalusian provinces whose incidence rate is below 100. The average in Andalucía is 136.2. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/four-malaga-health-20211209160134-nt.html

ANDALUCIA

Andalusia agrees to implement Covid certification in hospitality and nightlife until January 15: {Translation, summary} 09/12/2021 19:28
-The Junta de Andalucía, at the proposal of the committee of experts, has agreed to extend access control by means of Covid certificate to hospitality and nightlife establishments in the community.
-This decision, which will be in force until January 15, will be implemented once ratified by the High Court of Justice of Andalusia (TSJA) as already happened with its application in health and social-health centers.
-To gain access to bars, restaurants and nightlife venues, it will be necessary to present the vaccination certificate, also known as Covid passport, or a certificate of recovery or negative test -PCR in 72 hours or antigen test in 48 hours carried out by an authorized center.
-The Committee of experts, which has met again this Thursday in person at the Palace of San Telmo, has also decided to modify the capacities foreseen in risk levels 1 and 2. (The specific new capacities were not mentioned. -Ed.)
-The meeting was chaired by the Minister of Health and Families, Jesús Aguirre, and analyzed the epidemiological situation and the pressure on healthcare. Aguirre recalled that “Andalusia remains at low risk level, but the trend of indicators makes it necessary to maintain preventive measures” and added that “along with the protection of the most vulnerable people we must focus on prevention in enclosed spaces that have a higher risk of exposure and in crowds of people, especially in the upcoming Christmas season”. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-acuerda-implantar-certificado-covid-hosteleria-y-ocio-nocturno-hasta-15-enero-202112091912_noticia.html

Three cases of the Omicron variant confirmed in Andalucía, and another four suspected: The Junta de Andalucía has confirmed the first three cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant in the region this Thursday, 9 December, as well as the existence of four other suspected cases that have yet to be positively identified.
Of the three confirmed cases of Omicron, two are located in Cadiz province and another in Almeria and all patients appear to have ‘mild symptoms’ are ‘in self- isolation’ and none of them has required hospital admission. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/three-cases-omicron-20211209150927-nt.html

USA

What Transparency? FDA Says It’ll Take 75 Years to Fully Release Pfizer Vaccine Data:
Public Health and Medical Professionals for Transparency has filed Freedom of Information Act requests for the data, which the FDA at first said would take 55 years to produce at 500 pages per month for the entire 329,000 page cache of documents.
Now the FDA is asking a judge to give it 75 years to produce the data, saying there’s over 59,000 more pages than weren’t mentioned in the first request. That would take the full release to 2096, wrote Aaron Siri, a lawyer working on the case.
On Dec. 2, Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., introduced a bill calling for the head of the FDA to release all records about the vaccine in 100 days.
“Since the Biden administration is hell-bent on forcing these vaccine mandates on us, the public has every right to know how this vaccine was approved, especially in such a short amount of time,” he said in a statement. “After all, the FDA managed to consider all 329,000 pages of data and grant emergency approval of the Pfizer vaccine within just 108 days.” Full article: https://www.newsmax.com/health/health-news/fda-vaccinedata-pfizer-75-years/2021/12/08/id/1047876/

OTHER

Viagra Users Are 69% Less Likely to Develop Alzheimer’s, According to New Study: A new study has identified Viagra as a useful drug in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, according to researchers at the Cleveland Clinic.
Specifically, sildenafil, or the generic name for Viagra, was found to be associated with 69% less incidence of Alzheimer’s in 7 million patients observed.
“Sildenafil … has been shown to significantly improve cognition and memory in preclinical models,” said Dr. Feixiong Cheng, the lead researcher in the study. Full article: https://www.insideedition.com/viagra-users-are-69-less-likely-to-develop-alzheimers-according-to-new-study-71791

Italy slaps Amazon with €1.1 billion fine for abusing dominant market position: Italy’s competition watchdog said Amazon abused its dominant position by promoting its own logistics, or fulfilment, service that ships and delivers packages, on its Italian platform to the detriment of third-party sellers who did not use it.
The move comes two weeks after the same authority imposed a 68.7-million-euro fine on Amazon for infringing EU laws through restrictions that penalised sellers of Apple and Beats products.
In the same action, Apple was ordered to pay 134.5 million euros.
Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20211209-italy-slaps-amazon-with-%E2%82%AC1-1-billion-fine-for-abusing-dominant-market-position

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
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Ambulance: 061
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DigameXtra No. 2131 Thursday, Dec. 9th, 2021

On December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 By Naythan

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A few made it thru before the outage began. I posted those. I imagine they should have it fixed by tomorrow.
Any Wednesday submissions I receive when Protonmail is fixed will be posted in the Friday issue, if all goes well. If you made a submission and do not see it Friday, you will need to resubmit it.
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Flamenco style Christmas: Cervantes Theatre, Malaga
-Wednesday 22 December, Alejandro Estrada and company, 8pm
Tickets cost €24 and are available at Ticket Link
-Thursday 23 December, Antonio de Verónica and Saray Cortés with dancers and singers at 8pm. Tickets cost €24. Ticket Link
Info & Photo Credit: https://www.teatrocervantes.es/en/programacion/teatro-cervantes/

Free Christmas concert by Coraxalia International: Saturday 11Dec., at 20.00, in the Convento de San Francisco, Velez Malaga. FB link

Soul Train: Wed., Dec 22, 9pm at La Cochera Cabaret
An event that brings together a cast of extraordinary musicians the members and collaborators of the band Cool Fire Band, led by the VOICE of THE charismatic Oscar Roots. Take us back to the golden era of soul and Funk more authentic by a review of the best songs made famous at the legendary program american Soul Train, that so many artists of the first line had visibility performing truly great songs on the legendary program.
To complete this sunset scene, the show features Dancers and performances at the end of the show. €12adv / €16door
Avenida de los Guindos 19, 29004 Málaga. Tel 952 24 66 68 FB link

Christmas Fayre: Sunday 12Dec from 5pm at Cazbah Live Lounge, Torrenueva.
We have some beautiful stalls, selling everything from jewelry to doggy treats.
Hot Chocolate & Mulled Wine will be served.
Carol Singing by “A Touch of Class” Choir.
Some Naughty little Elves up to mischief!!
Face Painting & Bouncy Castle for the Kids.
Hog Roast, Mince Pies… & so much more!
For booking enquiries DM us on Facebook or Instagram- or WhatsApp us 602535710. FB link

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Yoga day Saturday 11th December:
Exciting new Yoga & Macramé Workshop
At Conjunto Rural las Rosas in Frigliana on Saturday 11th December 11:00 until 15:00.
Come and join us for a relaxing day of Yoga and learn how to make some cute Macramé Christmas Decorations for your home.
The day starts at 11am with a mindful movement class with emphasis on breathwork, Energy and Core brought together through a vinyasa flow which are some of Tam’s favourite things and a powerful way to connect.
The Food: Tam will be tantalising your tastebuds with a delicious freshly made, vegetarian meal with gluten free options. The love Tam puts into her food is evident in every mouthful.
Then we will make some fun and decorative Christmas decorations using the Macramé technique. Great for your own home or to give as gifts.
The cost of the day is 50€ and includes all materials and a complimentary glass of Cava.
Book your place now and let the festive season begin.
Contact Tamara or Donna on: 711011184/608966663
Email: donnacarney49@hotmail.com

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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For Sale: Spike BH Mountain Bike, the condition is as new, it has never been used, Shimano Gears and Brakes, colour is red and black, it comes complete with a helmet and locking chain. 200 Euros no offers, should you require some pictures I will forward them on request. David, Nerja. Tel. 65 35 95 784
email: trpps at yahoo dot co . uk

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COVID-19

Covid Andalucia- The bridge holiday raises infections in Andalucia but Covid patients only occupy 2% of hospital beds: {Translation} 08/12/2021 14:07
-The increase in the number of infections during the Immaculate Conception long weekend, with 1,374 positive cases reported on Wednesday, December 8, has raised the Covid incidence rate over the last 14 days. This indicator stands at 143.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, 5.3 points more in the last 24 hours and higher than a week ago (105.9 cases). For the fifth time in a week, cases confirmed by PCR or antigen test exceed 1,200, according to the daily balance sheet provided today by the Ministry of Health and Families.
-Precisely, the highest volume of infections has been recorded in one of the most touristic provinces. Malaga is the province with more infections with 392, followed by Cordoba with 261, Seville with 250; Cadiz with 154; Granada with 118; Almeria with 78; Huelva with 73 and Jaen with 48.
-In the last 24 hours there has been one death in the province of Malaga.
-Although the pressure on health care has increased, it is still far from the tensions caused by the third wave. The Regional Ministry of Health and Families has reported that, at present, 395 patients confirmed with Covid-19 remain in Andalusian hospitals, of which 82 are in Intensive Care Units (ICU). Only 2.26% of beds are occupied by Covid patients, almost half the Spanish average (4.07%), while in the case of ICUs it is 4.47%, less than half the national average, which is above 10%.
-Malaga again stands out as the province with the most patients admitted (112, 26 of them in ICU), ahead of Seville (86, 14 in ICU), Cordoba (37, 10 in ICU), Cadiz (37, six in ICU), Huelva (35, four in ICU), Almeria (33, 13 in ICU), Jaen (30, four in ICU) and Granada (25, five in ICU). Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-puente-eleva-contagios-andalucia-pero-pacientes-covid-solo-ocupan-2-por-ciento-camas-hospitales-202112081339_noticia.html

Covid Spain- In Spain, Covid hospital admissions jump 32% in a week, as incidence hits 290 cases per 100,000: 8DEC21 20:48
-All of the indicators are rising, according to the latest reports from the central Health Ministry. Infections, hospitalizations and the number of patients being treated in the country’s intensive care units (ICUs) are on the up. In the midst of a long weekend – December 6 and 8 are national holidays – and with the Christmas holiday season just around the corner, the 14-day cumulative incidence stands at 290 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, according to the data published on Tuesday.
-With nearly 80% of the country’s population fully vaccinated against Covid-19, the pressure on hospitals is lower than during previous waves of the pandemic. But the rise in cases is still having an effect on the healthcare system. Admissions grew nearly 32% in the last week, and there are now more than 5,000 Covid-19 patients in hospital – 948 of them in a critical condition. The Health Ministry reported 43,808 new cases since Friday, as no data is supplied over the weekend or on national holidays. A total of 78 fatalities were added to the official death toll. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2021-12-08/in-spain-covid-hospital-admissions-jump-32-in-a-week-as-incidence-hits-290-cases-per-100000.html

SPAIN

Electricity Rates On The Rise Again: The respite in the soaring price of energy in Spain’s wholesale electricity market this Wednesday (8 December), mainly due to the national holiday and the reduced demand, has been brief. OMIE electricity market operator data shows the wholesale price will rise on Thursday to 216.74 euros per megawatt hour (MWh). The maximum price this Thursday will be between 9pm and 10pm, at 252.59 euros/MWh, while the minimum price will be 175.10 euros, between 4am and 5am.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/after-oneday-respite-20211208175819-nt.html

ANDALUCIA

The TSJA approves requiring the Covid passport in Andalusia from December 7 to January 15- These are the cases in which the Covid certificate is mandatory in Andalusia:
{Translation} 08/12/2021 17:17
-The imposition of the Covid certificate in Andalusia is a reality. With the approval of the High Court of Justice of Andalusia (TSJA), the Junta will demand one to be vaccinated to enter nursing homes and socio-health centers, although the intention of the autonomous government is that the rule be extended to nightlife and catering.
-For the moment, from this Tuesday, December 7 and until next January 15, anyone wishing to visit health centers with hospitalization and residential social and health centers must have the Covid-19 certificate or a negative diagnostic test for the coronavirus.
-This has been certified by the Official Gazette of the Junta de Andalucía (BOJA) extraordinary published yesterday. The order states that the user must present his Covid passport in the following cases:
*Visiting a hospitalized person.
People over 12 years of age who visit or accompany a hospitalized patient, whether in a public or private center, may access the place provided they have a Covid-19 certificate or negative diagnostic test issued by the public health service or by an authorized laboratory. The accreditation that the Covid test has been passed within the last six months will also be useful.
*Visiting a nursing home
The order establishes that visitors to nursing homes must present one of the three ways that have been required since last Tuesday: Covid passport, negative test or proof of having passed the disease. This requirement applies to all persons over 12 years of age.
*Emergencies and hospital consultations
In the case of accompanying a patient to a hospital or emergency room, no documentation is required. However, if the patient ends up requiring hospital admission, the accompanying person will be asked for his or her certificate.
*Penalties for non-compliance
Failure to comply with this order may be punished with fines of 100 to 3000 euros, for minor infractions; 3001 to 60000 euros for serious infractions; and up to 600,000 euros for very serious infractions.
Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-estos-casos-certificado-covid-obligatorio-andalucia-202112081717_noticia.html

UK

Boris Johnson announces Plan B restrictions to combat spread of Omicron variant:
The new COVID restrictions being implemented in England include:
-The reintroduction of the work from home order, for those who can, from Monday
-The extension of mandatory face mask wearing to “most public indoor venues”, including theatres and cinemas, from Friday. However, there will be exemptions “where it is not practical”, such as when eating, drinking, exercising or singing
-The NHS COVID pass, commonly referred to as a vaccine passport, will be made mandatory in a week’s time for nightclubs and venues with large crowds. People will be able to use the pass to show either proof of two vaccine doses or a negative lateral flow test result
-The introduction of daily tests for people who are contacts of Omicron cases, instead of a period of isolation.
-However, Mr Johnson stressed the new measures were “not a lockdown” and people “should not” cancel Christmas parties or Nativity plays. Full article: https://news.sky.com/story/covid-19-boris-johnson-announces-plan-b-restrictions-to-combat-spread-of-omicron-variant-12490130

EUROPE

Scholz takes over as German chancellor, ending Merkel era: Social Democrat Olaf Scholz became Germany’s chancellor on Wednesday, ending 16 years of conservative rule under Angela Merkel and launching his three-way coalition that has pledged to boost green investment and strengthen European integration.
Scholz, 63, who over the past four years served as vice chancellor and finance minister in coalition with Merkel, won a majority of 395 votes from lawmakers in the lower house of parliament, Bundestag President Baerbel Bas said. Photo:REUTERS. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/social-democrat-olaf-scholz-elected-german-chancellor-2021-12-08/

SPORTS

Golf News- Tiger Woods announces golf return 10 months after horrific car accident: On Wednesday, the 45-year-old golfer revealed that he will participate in next weekend’s PNC Championship with his 12-year-old son, Charlie, his first golf tournament since nearly losing his leg in a car crash on Feb. 23 in California. Photo:Instagram.
Full article: https://nypost.com/article/tiger-woods-announces-golf-return-10-months-after-horrific-car-accident/

Winter Olympics- Britain, Canada join Australia and the US in boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics: Johnson and his ministers have been under pressure from MPs pushing the government to take a stronger stance on China, to follow the United States and Australia’s lead in announcing an official diplomatic boycott of the Games to send a message to Beijing over President Xi Jinping’s human rights record. Full article: https://www.watoday.com.au/world/europe/britain-canada-join-australia-and-the-us-in-boycott-of-beijing-winter-olympics-20211209-p59g1t.html

Football News- Juventus finishes top of Champions League group with 1-0 win over Malmo: Juventus finished two points above second-place Chelsea, which conceded a late goal in a 3-3 draw at Zenit St. Petersburg. Malmo already knew it would finish bottom of Group H. Juventus won all but one of its matches in the group stage, losing 4-0 to defending champion Chelsea. Full article: https://www.tsn.ca/juventus-finishes-top-of-champions-league-group-with-win-over-malmo-1.1732101

Football News- Barca crash out of the Champions League, suffer a 3-0 loss at Bayern:
Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League following a 3-0 defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday, failing to make it past the group stage of the competition for the first time since the 2000-01 season.
First-half goals from Thomas Mueller and Leroy Sane put the Germans, who won all six matches to top Group E, firmly in the driving seat before Jamal Musiala tapped in the third just past the hour.
Barcelona had advanced to at least the round of 16 every time they competed in the Champions League since 2001 but for now will have to continue in the second tier Europa League after ending up third in the group. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/toothless-barca-crash-out-champions-league-with-3-0-loss-bayern-2021-12-08/

OTHER

Chinese rover investigates ‘cube’ on far side of the moon: A photograph of a cube-like object captured by a Chinese rover on the far side of the moon has fanned speculation over what it could be.
The Yutu-2 caught an image of what seems like a large cubic object on the horizon about 80 metres from its location, said Our Space, a Chinese government science website, citing the rover’s last log on Dec. 3.
The solar-powered Yutu, or “Jade Rabbit” in Chinese, will cover the distance of 80 metres in two to three lunar days, according to Our Space, or two to three Earth months. The robotic rover has been operating in the Von Karman Crater in the South Pole-Aitken Basin since its deployment in January 2019. Full article: https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/rover-moon-cube-1.6277567

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
https://www.spth.gob.es/

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Ambulance: 061
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DigameXtra No. 2130 Wednesday, Dec. 8th, 2021

On December 8, 2021December 7, 2021 By Naythan

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Announcements

What’s On

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Today is a National Holiday: Wednesday, 8 Dec., 2021
Immaculate Conception is a public holiday in 27 countries.

The Money Makers Band: Sat 11DEC, 10pm
Bonanza Bar, Benalmadena. Res 611 383 423
An amazing live band, they play pop, disco and rock, definitely great night highly recommended not to be missed

Today- Ayuntamiento de Nerja Sponsored Migas and Wine Tasting: Wednesday, December 8. Plaza de la Iglesia de Maro hosts a tasting of Migas (traditional bread crumbs dish) and wine at 1pm with a performance by the Christian Dance Academy.
https://www.facebook.com/AyuntamientoDeNerja

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Services Wanted/Offered

Dog Care: Hello Digamextra readers, we are Silvia and Mario, we have a nursery and lodging of dogs in a family atmosphere in our house. We accept reservations up to 4 dogs. The attention is personalized with each guest, we live in a house in Torrox village. Please contact us by whatsapp 666782766. Thank you very much.

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Natural & yute sideboard with new handles 155 x 42 x 85cms Price 160€
-2 seater comfy good quality neutral color sofa 170 x 90cms Price 95€
-Rug 160 x230 cms Price 60€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale: 8 Jigsaw puzzles. 1000 piece, all complete.
€5 each. Thank you, Mave, Competa
Email: mavemoore@ymail.com or whatsapp 626576580

For Sale, 2 items:
-Ikea Armchair. Very good condition. 50€
-Glass table 90 cm. Very good condition. 40€
Buyer collects. Anders, Nerja. Tel: 669094359

Wanted: 2 dehumidifiers, in good working order.
Email: angie j rogers @ gmail . com (no spaces)
Angela, Torrox Costa

Wanted: Long Term Rental or Extended Stay Anti-Squat / Housesit
-Torrox to Rincon de la Victoria, near the coast, not inland villages.
-Looking for a small flat or casita. No studios please.
-Must have reliable wifi pre-installed (min. 30Mb/s).
-Must have a supermarket within walking distance.
-Unfurnished is OK, but must have a basic kitchen and a washer. I don’t mind if it’s a bit rough or needs some paint or minor repairs- DigameXtra Sponsor SPW Construction has generously offered to donate those services as needed.
-I can pay up to €300/month, plus power, water & wifi bills.
-I prefer to pay all rent and bills in a single cash payment to the owner/manager once a month.
-My intention is for a 2 to 3 year occupancy. Longer if it suits me well.
ANTI-SQUAT- The Dutch solution for vacant properties.
-If you have an empty property you are concerned may get squatted, even if it is larger than I am looking for, why not rent it to me and know your property is secure? Even if it is worth more, and I only pay €300/mo rent, it’s some income, and the sense of security knowing someone is there looking after things will make up the difference! You can’t put a price on peace of mind!
Please send details to Naythan, Torrox Costa
email: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com

Recommendations & Requests

Car Flip Remote Keys: Can anyone on Digamextra assist me please. I am looking for anywhere in the local (Competa) region who repairs vehicle flip remote keys.
Reply to: Kevin, Competa. Telephone 711064996 or WhatsApp.
Email: Kevin.greensmith@gmail.com

Vegamite: I am an Australian looking to buy Vegamite in Nerja. Vegamite is similar to Marmite, only better. Can anyone help?
Regards, David, (+39) 3392527920
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News & Articles

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COVID-19

Covid Andalucia- Huelva leads Andalusia in the number of contagions and approaches the rates of neighboring Portugal: {Translation} 07/12/2021 16:21h
-According to the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia (IECA), the incidence of Covid in 14 days has increased 2.4 points in 24 hours and stands at 138.2 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, also higher than the 105.1 of the same day last week. -The highest incidence rate per 1,000 inhabitants is recorded in the province of Huelva (184), bordering Portugal, where many Andalusians are spending the bridge and which has declared the state of ‘calamiad’ as a result of the significant increase in new infections and with an incidence that already stands at 251 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.
-The other Andalusian provinces with infection rates above the regional average are Malaga (157.9), Seville (147.2) and Cordoba (143.3). The provinces with a lower incidence rate are Granada (81.8), Almeria (119.2) and Jaen (117.9).
-On Tuesday, December 7, Andalusia recorded a total of 881 coronavirus infections in 24 hours, after five consecutive days of over 1,200 infections. Specifically, Seville is the province with more infections with 264, followed by Malaga with 210, Cadiz with 135, Granada with 109, Almeria with 55, Cordoba with 52, Huelva with 39 and Jaen with 17.
-No new deaths have been recorded, something that has not happened for three weeks, since November 18
-As for hospitalizations, 376 people with Covid are now hospitalized in centers in Andalusia, 48 more in a single day, representing a 15% increase. In ICU there are now 79 people with coronavirus, 9 more than the last day, an increase of 13%. By provinces, Malaga, with 106 hospitalized, and Seville, with 84 hospitalizations, have the most patients with Covid admitted, followed by Cordoba (40), Huelva (34), Cadiz (31), Jaen (29) and Granada (20). Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-huelva-provincia-mayor-tasa-contagios-andalucia-184-casos-cada-100000-habitantes-202112071215_noticia.html

SPAIN

Spain approves Covid-19 vaccines for children, with drive set to begin on December 15: Spain will begin to vaccinate children aged between five and 11 years old against Covid-19 from December 15. On Tuesday, the country’s Public Health Commission approved the inoculations among the under-12s after the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for this age group was validated by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), and was backed by the group of experts that is advising the Spanish health authorities.
The campaign will begin as soon as the first vials arrive in Spain, something that is due to happen on December 13. From there, the vaccines will be distributed among the country’s regions, which will be able to begin the process from December 15 onward. In Spain, each of the 17 territories is in charge of its own healthcare systems, vaccination programs and coronavirus restrictions. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2021-12-07/spain-approves-covid-19-vaccines-for-children-with-drive-set-to-begin-on-december-15.html

The Non-lucrative Visa- An Alternative Quick Method of Getting Spanish Residency, renewal info update: The non-lucrative visa authorization is a residency authorization that enables a foreign citizen to live and reside in Spain as long as they do not work.
Many people today live in Spain with a non-lucrative visa. These are people who decide to come to Spain to reside but who do not have permission to work in the country, neither as an employee nor as a self-employed person.
Like any other type of TIE, if you have a non-lucrative residency card and you are close to its expiration you need to renew it to be able to stay in Spain legally. In this blog post we give you all the details you need to renew the residency obtained through your Spanish non-lucrative visa or NLV.
Read more at: https://spainguru.es/2021/12/06/the-spanish-non-lucrative-visa-renewal-process/
Official Spanish Gov’t “Non-lucrative Visa” Info Site, in English: http://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/LOSANGELES/en/InformacionParaExtranjeros/Pages/Residence-Visa.aspx

MALAGA

The ‘Zambombá Benéfica’ of Torre del Mar will feature more than twenty performances including the concert of ‘Siempre Así’: {Translation}
-The Charity Zambombá, will take place on 10, 11 and 12 December at the Paseo de Larios. This is a highly anticipated activity in which there will be children’s shows, comedy and concerts.
-We will start on Friday December 10 at five o’clock in the afternoon with a children’s show. At six o’clock, puppet show. From seven in the evening we will have pop performances by the group Money Makers and POP FM.”
-“On Saturday, December 11, meanwhile, we will start at 12:00 noon with the performance of local groups. Participate Mari Carmen Lopez, Coro Luz del Alba, Antonia Moyano, Coro Sagrado corazón de Jesus de Almayate, Maria del Caño, Coro Nuestra Señora de Covadonga de Velez-Malaga, Juan Dima, Coros y Danzas de Torre del Mar, Coro de la Peña ‘La Buena Amistad’, Coro infantil ‘Buena Amistad’, Feel the Music, Candilejas Fusion and the Dance Group ‘Virgen del Carmen’. More than a dozen performances that will enliven the day until 18:30 pm, which will start the concert of the well-known Laura Gallego, winner of the second edition of the contest of Canal Sur, ‘Se llama copla’. From eight o’clock in the evening, we will have on stage the concert of the Sevillian group Siempre Así. A luxury to have in Torre del Mar to this formation that will delight us with their best songs,” said Atencia.
-As for Sunday December 12, Atencia reported that “we will start from five in the afternoon with the show ‘We are going to Bethlehem’, starring Eduardo Banderas and El Morta. We will end at 18:30 hours with the concert of the Cadiz artist Fran Ocaña, who will put the finishing touch to this charity zambombá. From here I encourage all the neighbors to participate, collaborate and enjoy Christmas in Torre del Mar”. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-zambomba-benefica-de-torre-del-mar-contara-con-mas-de-veinte-actuaciones-entre-las-que-destaca-el-concierto-de-siempre-asi/

EUROPE

Austria plans to lift lockdown, but not for the unvaccinated: The unvaccinated will stay in lockdown when Austria lifts its wider general lockdown on Sunday, Chancellor Karl Nehammer confirmed on Tuesday, a day after he took office.
Austria went into lockdown two weeks ago to counter a surge in daily COVID-19 infections to record levels, with restaurants, bars, theatres and non-essential shops shut to all but take-away business. Hotels are closed to tourists. Infections have plunged since but intensive-care bed occupancy is still rising. Full article:
https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/austrias-unvaccinated-will-remain-lockdown-next-week-chancellor-says-2021-12-07/

Italy Imposes Stricter Restrictions for Unvaccinated & Unrecovered Persons: Since December 6, persons who have not been fully vaccinated or recovered from the COVID-19 disease will no longer be permitted access to most public areas and activities, including restaurants, bars, cinemas, theatres, and sporting events, among others.
Such new tightened restrictions will now apply to everyone, including travellers, as the Italian authorities decided to upgrade the existing Green Pass into a “Super Green Pass”. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/italy-imposes-stricter-restrictions-for-unvaccinated-unrecovered-persons/

OTHER

Hundreds of Millions of Euros Worth of New Bitcoin Thefts- Hackers Continue to Find Ways to Steal Supposedly Secure Cryptocurrency:
-Cryptocurrency trading platform BitMart has just disclosed a “large-scale security breach” that it blamed on a stolen private key.
Blockchain security and data analytics company PeckShield estimated the total loss to be around $200 million, calling the whole chain of events as “Pretty straightforward: transfer-out, swap, and wash.”
-The development is the latest in a wave of hacks that have targeted cryptocurrency platforms such as PolyNetwork, Cream Finance, Liquid, and bZx, among others.
-Last week, malicious actors orchestrated a heist amounting to $120 million worth of Bitcoin and Ether assets from BadgerDAO, a decentralized finance (DeFi) lending service.
-In a separate development, blockchain startup MonoX Finance disclosed that a hacker drained roughly $31 million by exploiting a “smart contract” error in the software the service uses to carry out token swaps and enable customers to trade tokens with other network participants.
-And in August, an unnamed attacker stole more than $600 million worth of tokens from the cryptocurrency platform PolyNetwork, only to return nearly all of the money two weeks later. Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2021/12/hackers-steal-200-million-worth-of.html

Researchers develop Covid-killing steel, say can destroy 99.8% of virus: According to a study published on November 25 by a team of researchers at the University of Hong Kong, the newly-developed alloy can inactivate 99.75 per cent of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes Covid-19, within three hours and 99.99 per cent within six hours.
The researchers, led by Huang Mingxin at the department of mechanical engineering and Leo Poon at the Centre for Immunity and Infection, have said the alloy’s antimicrobial property is long-term, even if it is continuously damaged during service, and it can be produced using existing “powder metallurgy” technique keeping costs low.
The researchers said the alloy can protect against other disease-causing microbes as well. The “anti-pathogen stainless steel also exhibits an excellent inactivation ability” for H1N1 influenza A virus and the Escherichia coli bacteria, they added.
Full article: https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/researchers-develop-covid-killing-steel-say-can-destroy-99-8-of-virus-101638879755022.html

Bad Day For Zuck- Rohingya refugees sue Facebook for $150 billion over Myanmar genocide: Facebook has been repeatedly accused of enabling Myanmar’s genocide against the country’s Rohingya minority, and now it will deal with those accusations in court. A Rohingya woman has filed a class-action lawsuit on behalf of refugees against Facebook parent company Meta, alleging the company both amplified anti-Rohingya hate speech through its algorithms and failed to remove content fostering violence. The refugees ask for over $150 billion in damages. Full article: https://www.engadget.com/rohingya-lawsuit-facebook-meta-genocide-150644112.html

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

A Spanish gov’t site in English with travel docs & requirements info:
https://www.spth.gob.es/

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Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

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DigameXtra No. 2129 Tuesday, Dec. 7th, 2021

On December 7, 2021December 6, 2021 By Naythan

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Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Tomorrow is a National Holiday: Wednesday, 8 Dec., 2021
Immaculate Conception is a public holiday in 27 countries. In Spain, it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Many Christian communities around the world annually observe the Feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8. This day is a holy day of obligation in which many Christians, particularly of the Catholic faith, attend special church services for this occasion.
Source: https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/common/immaculate-conception

Phoenix Club:
Our social club is fully open so do pop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs at various prices, including boxed sets.
***Trips***
December
-8th – Malaga Christmas Lights €8pp – a few places still available. Depart Algarrobo Lidl 5pm and returning from Malaga Port 10pm
-14th – Mrs Miggins Home Bake Sale at Bar La Vega, Torre del Mar – ask for a price list and do pop along, doors open 12.15
January
-7th – Trip to Gib €15pp includes €1 for the driver.
-21st – Trip to the Sierra Nevadas €18,50pp – Bring your skis!
-28th – Trip to La Canada and Iceland. Price €15pp
The Phoenix Social club is a registered association. We meet at the La Vega bar every Tuesday and you can find it just behind the Repsol garage on the way out of Torre towards Benajarafe. We are now open from 12 noon until 2pm.
For further information, please contact Gail for more information on 951067723 /626370695 or email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk

Dec. 2021 Program Schedule for Bio Beach Restaurant:
In El Morche, behind the Church, on the Paseo Maritimo.
-Wed. Dec. 8 at 11am: Speaker: David Baird will present his celebrated book Between Two Fires, a poignant account of the anti-Franco guerrilla movement in Málaga and Granada. This is the true story of what happens when humble country folk find themselves in the front line in a secret war. Leading the guerrillas against Franco’s Civil Guard was a legendary figure, Roberto, a veteran of the Civil War and the French Resistance, charismatic but doomed. David Baird is an experienced foreign correspondent, editor and photographer. After working on newspapers and magazines around the world — from London and Ottawa to Sydney and Hong Kong — he now makes his home in southern Spain. His books have been published in English, Spanish and German. (published by MaromaPress, http://www.maromapress.wordpress.com).
-Thurs. Dec.9 at 11:00am: Spanish Instruction, basic; must register.
-Wed. Dec. 15 at 10:15am U3A Annual Mtg. Must register
-Wed. Dec. 15 at Noon U3A End of Year Celebration Lunch. Must register by Dec. 9th.
-Wed. Dec. 29 at 7pm – Violin Recital with Italian virtuoso Emanuele. More details to come.
For info or registration contact: norma2kk@aol.com

Yfke’s Bar- Torrox Costa: Due to circumstances, the opening hours and programmes of the Bar may vary in the coming week. Please use FB messenger to contact us to confirm activities this week.
-Tues., Painting Workshop 10:30am
-Wed., Guitar Workshop at 3pm.
-Fri., Macrame / Crafts Workshop 10:30am.
-Sat., Mosaic Workshop this week, bar open 2-8pm
Open Mon-Sat, 1400 – 2200. Closed Sundays. You will find us at: Torrox Costa Paseo, EDF 8 Urb. Costa de Oro. FB link with map
Warm greetings and see you soon, YFKE’S BAR.
Tel +34 711 03 0217

Komokeno Band: Sat 11DEC 2pm, Bio Beach Club
Paseo Maritimo El Morche, 657364594

Rob Sas Band shows:
-Friday Dec 10th at Louie Louie Live, Estepona. Tel 661692605
-Saturday Dec 11th at Melodia, upstairs at the Benavista commercial center. Tel 656871829

The Weekenders: Tuesday 7Dec, 9pm
Hotel Helios, Almunecar, FB link

Special Holiday Menu for Christmas & New Year:
Madras Curry House, Torrox
Reserve a table 952124158.

Ten Day Weather Forecast from https://weather.com/

Services Wanted/Offered

Yoga Monte Alegre (Campo Torrox):
Every Tuesday 09:45 -11:15 a.m. (90 minutes, 10€), ongoing course, small international group, open air location (we adapt ourselves and the practice to the weather)
Language of instruction is Spanish but individual additions can be made in German and English if required.
This class will integrate conscious breath with dynamic movement to build strength, endurance and flexibility – physically as well as mentally!
For more details please contact: Anne 0034 – 685 247 505
anne-kathrin.ruth@gmx.ch

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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For Sale: Ikea Items
-Ikea “Norden” Gateleg table, birch with drawers 26/89/152×80 cm
Very good condition. Cost £149 new selling for 75€
-2 Ikea “Volfgang” Chairs. Very good condition. Cost £75 each selling both for €75
Both table and chairs 140€
Buyer collects. Anders, Nerja. Tel: 669094359

For Sale: Dog food. Due to sad event I am selling this.
Dogfood Hill’s 18 kilos, €30, Brigitte, near Chilches.
Whatsapp 0033647994296
benfkampers@gmail.com

For Sale: Radiator Heaters. 2 mobile oil radiators, in excellent condition. Hardly used, in our vacation home. 1500/1000 W.
Asking price is 20€ for both. Pick up in Sayalonga.
Contact: Bernd in Sayalonga
Email: bernd D0T martin at bernd-martin.eu

Recommendations & Requests

Optician: I would like to recommend the services of an optician to all the Digamite readers in the Torre del Mar area.
I highly recommend the new(ish) optician called Visual Market (Optica Outlet), Avda. del Sol, 2, Torre del Mar, 29740. (Near the pharmacy on the road towards the hospital from the roundabout with the large China Euro shop). Tel. 689 857 850 (English is spoken). Website https://opticavisualmarket.com/cita-previa-optica-visual-market-axarquia/
The service is very good. And the prices are unbelievably, dare I say it, cheap. But with no reduction in quality. There is no need to make an appointment. (Their website suggests you should make an appointment for exams. -Ed.)
I hope that many Digamites will benefit from this information.
Thank you for your service.
Keith from Canillas de Albaida. keithrocksue AT gmail DOT com Photo:opticavisualmarket.com
(Post edited to include phone number from the biz website. -Ed.)

Info for the travellers in English, Spanish, German & French:
A useful site for the necessary travel docs etc.
https://www.spth.gob.es/
Susana, El Morche, smokeybeagletjeATgmailD0Tcom

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Covid Andalucia- Covid infection rate accelerates in Andalusia in the middle of the long weekend but is not noticeable in hospitals: {Translation} 06/12/2021 14:22h
-The Covid pandemic curve in Andalusia continues its upward trend and the rate of infection is accelerating during business lunches and Christmas travel: the cumulative incidence for 14 days has reached 135.8 cases per 100,000 inhabitants on Monday. This is 10.6 points more than 48 hours ago. Just a week ago this rate was below 100 (99.5) cases.
-The community recorded this December 6 up to 1,638 coronavirus infections in two days, which represents the highest figure since August 27, when 1,698 were counted. This is the fourth consecutive day above 1,200. In addition, there have been three new deaths, the same as on Saturday.
-Hospitalizations are growing but at a slower rate than in the previous five waves thanks to widespread vaccination coverage. The region has 80.8% of the population with the complete vaccination schedule and 91.8% of those over 12 years of age, while 82.2% of the population and 93.4% of those over 12 years of age have received the first dose.
-In the last 48 hours, there have been five more hospitalizations due to Covid-19, bringing the total to 328, an increase of 73 compared to a week ago, while the number of patients admitted to an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has risen by one to 70, 13 more than last week.
-The 1,638 cases of this Monday exceed the 1,232 of Saturday, the 1,233 of Friday, the 1,226 of Thursday, the 868 of Wednesday, the 915 of Tuesday and the 883 of Monday and last Sunday. The province with more infections is Malaga is the province, with 442, followed by Seville with 410, Cadiz with 288, Huelva with 150, Jaen with 131, Almeria with 100, Granada with 59 and Cordoba with 58. While the deceased two are from Cordoba and one from Jaen.
-Malaga is the province with more hospitalized with 90 and 24 ICU patients, followed by Seville with 74 and eleven in ICU, Cordoba with 39 and ten in ICU, Almeria with 30 and 13 in ICU, Jaen with 28 and three in ICU, Cadiz with 28 and four in ICU, Huelva with 21 and three in ICU and Granada with 18 and two in ICU. Source, Spanish:
https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-ritmo-contagios-covid-acelera-andalucia-pleno-puente-pero-no-nota-hospitales-202112061420_noticia.html

Covid Spain- More than half of Spain at medium risk for coronavirus: Coronavirus cases in Spain continue to rise, but this spike is not affecting all regions equally. According to the latest Health Ministry report, released Friday evening, the cumulative incidence of infections over the previous 14 days now stands at 248 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, up from 234 on Thursday.
-Under the new traffic light system, which assesses the risk level of the pandemic, seven of Spain’s 17 regions are at medium risk. They are Catalonia, Navarre, Aragón, the Valencia region, the Basque Country, Madrid and Castilla y León. In other words, more than half of the Spanish population – 26.2 million people – are living in a region where community transmission is widespread and the healthcare system is under constant and rising pressure. The rest of Spain is at low risk, meaning the spread of the virus is not affecting hospitals.
-But the epidemiological situation in Spain is far from promising. The curve of infections has shot up and, although it has not reached the levels being seen in other European countries, such as the Czech Republic, Austria and Belgium, where the 14-day cumulative incidence rate is more than 2,000 cases per 100,000, the rate of new cases is on an upward trend. In one week, the incidence rate in Spain jumped 45%, while hospital admissions rose by 26%. The situation is unlikely to improve given the upcoming Christmas festive season. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2021-12-06/more-than-half-of-spain-at-medium-risk-for-coronavirus.html

AXARQUIA

Extinguished- the forest fire declared on Friday in Cómpeta that affected 22.58 hectares (22.58 acres): {Translation}
The forest fire declared last Friday in the place Pico Cisne in the municipality of Competa has been extinguished on Monday at 18:00 hours by the Infoca Plan.
This has been indicated by the Forest Fire Fighting Service of Andalusia, through a message on his Twitter account, according to Malaga Hoy.
The fire, they have recalled, burned a total of 22.58 hectares, according to the final measurement of the Forest Fire Investigation Brigade (BIIF). This fire was controlled on Saturday at 14:00 hours and in the area have worked up to a hundred troops on the ground and also by air with both heavy and light helicopters. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/extinguido-el-incendio-forestal-declarado-el-viernes-en-competa-y-que-afecto-a-2258-hectareas/

MALAGA

At least 70 staff at Malaga’s Regional Hospital, all vaccinated, test Covid-positive after Christmas meal for 174: SUR has been able to confirm that at least 70 workers at the city hospital are in quarantine at home after supposedly being infected at a Christmas meal for staff.
The Junta de Andalucía’s General Directorate of Public Health has reported an outbreak that affects 22 professionals from the Regional Hospital, although different sources consulted by SUR raise that figure to 70. The majority of those infected work in the hospital’s intensive care unit. All were apparently vaccinated and most of them are asymptomatic. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/least-staff-malaga-20211206095428-nt.html

UK

Britons Facing Long Queues at Spanish Airports Due to Passport Checks: Travellers from the United Kingdom who have reached Spain in the last few days have faced long queues of up to 45 minutes. This is because the UK nationals now need to wait in the non-EU travellers’ line for their passports to be checked and stamped, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.
Taking into account that the winter holidays are just around the corner and with more people wishing to visit famous Spanish destinations, such as the Canary and the Balearic Islands, the travel agencies have called on Britons to be prepared for even longer lines during the upcoming weeks. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/britons-facing-long-queues-at-spanish-airports-due-to-passport-checks/

EUROPE

France to close nightclubs until 2022, extend use of face masks in schools amid Covid-19 surge: Nightclubs in France will be ordered to close for four weeks starting this weekend to counter surging Covid-19 cases that have seen hospitals announce emergency protocols as beds fill up, Prime Minister Jean Castex said on Monday.
Stricter social distancing and extended use of face masks will also be required in schools. Health passes proving Covid vaccination or inoculation will now be required for eating in reserved zones at outdoor Christmas markets. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20211206-france-to-close-nightclubs-extend-use-of-face-masks-in-schools-amid-covid-19-surge

Updated Covid Activity Restrictions in EU Countries for the Holidays:
-Italy is making life more uncomfortable for unvaccinated people this holiday season, excluding them from indoor restaurants, theaters and museums starting Monday. Italian police have been empowered to check whether diners in restaurants or bars have a “super” green health pass.
-Switzerland on Monday began allowing — but not requiring — event organizers to bar anyone who hasn’t been vaccinated or hasn’t recovered from COVID-19.
-Sweden introduced a vaccination requirement for indoor events with more than 100 people starting Dec. 1.
-On Monday, the Netherlands reversed itself on plans to open indoor venues to vaccinated people only, sticking instead with a 5 p.m. closure for restaurants, cinemas and other public sites. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-pandemic-business-lifestyle-health-milan-894002a958b201b5ac255152294d3fa3

Sarco suicide capsule ‘passes legal review’ in Switzerland:
-A 3D-printed capsule, destined for use in assisted suicide, may legally be operated in Switzerland, according to advice obtained by Exit International, the organisation that developed the ‘Sarco’ machine.
– It’s a 3-D printed capsule, activated from the inside by the person intending to die. The machine can be towed anywhere for the death. It can be in an idyllic outdoor setting or in the premises of an assisted suicide organisation, for example.
-The person will get into the capsule and lie down. It’s very comfortable. They will be asked a number of questions and when they have answered, they may press the button inside the capsule activating the mechanism in their own time.
-The capsule is sitting on a piece of equipment that will flood the interior with nitrogen, rapidly reducing the oxygen level to 1 per cent from 21 per cent in about 30 seconds. The person will feel a little disoriented and may feel slightly euphoric before they lose consciousness. Death takes place through hypoxia and hypocapnia, oxygen and carbon dioxide deprivation, respectively. There is no panic, no choking feeling. [In an environment where the oxygen is less than 1 per cent, after losing consciousness death would occur after approximately 5-10 minutes, according to Philip Nitschke.]
Full article: https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/sci-tech/sarco-suicide-capsule–passes-legal-review–in-switzerland/46966510

New COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Imposed by EU/Schengen Countries Throughout the Weekend Explained: With the epidemiological situation starting to deteriorate within the European Union and with the detection of the new COVID-19 Omicron variant, several EU/Schengen Area countries have decided to review their rules and impose stricter entry restrictions. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/new-covid-19-travel-restrictions-imposed-by-eu-schengen-countries-throughout-the-weekend-explained/

EU Citizens Now Subject to Pre-Departure COVID-19 Testing When Travelling to UK: The British government has introduced the testing requirement to nationals arriving from the European Union Member States in a bid to minimize the further spread of Omicron, the new variant of the COVID-19 virus.
Such a decision means that starting from Tuesday, December 7, vaccinated and unvaccinated European nationals are obliged to present a negative LFD or PCR pre-departure test certificate, not older than 48 hours, in order to enter the United Kingdom. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/eu-citizens-now-subject-to-pre-departure-covid-19-testing-when-travelling-to-uk/

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DoctorLaptop’s Tips #96, 07DEC21
Modest Supply of New Budget Priced Windows Laptops Hitting the Stores in Time for the Holidays- What you need to know before buying!!!:
-In order to provide the popular budget priced laptops at prices under €550, the manufacturers are cutting corners, using lower quality components and assembly methods.
-Some of these new budget laptops are “disposable” and can’t have their hardware upgraded, meaning they are not engineered to be disassembled, repaired or upgraded with more RAM or a new hard drive. Some even use glue instead of screws to hold everything together. The manufacturers expect you to get 2 to 4yrs use, and then replace it. I strongly recommend getting a 2yr extended warranty on these models (so 3yrs total coverage). If it breaks under waranty they will just replace it with a new one. When these low budget laptops break, recovering data from the hard drive is difficult, it requires breaking open the case to extract the hard drive, which may not even be possible if it is soldered in, and then installing that drive into another laptop. Keeping regular data backups is strongly advised.
-Windows is steadily moving to the Apple way of doing operating system repairs with the release of Windows 11. Rather than “patching” a corrupt Windows system as techs have been able to do up until now, many major Windows system repairs will be fixed by reinstalling the system. That is the Apple approach, any serious problems require a reinstall to fix. Keep in mind, saved data files are often lost or corrupted during a Windows reinstall. This way of doing repairs assumes the user always keeps current data backups on an external device or a cloud account.
-In the €550-€900 range the laptops are better quality and are built so they can be disassembled for repairs and upgrades. These have a 4 to 5yr expected life, or more if properly maintained with annual professional servicing.
-If you want a better quality laptop, that will last for 6 yrs or more, with an extra sturdy construction, metal frame and strong hinges, that can be disassembled for repairs and upgrades, you need to specifically ask for a “small business laptop” at a major computer outlet, like MediaMarkt. These will cost about €100 to €150 more than a standard build laptop with the same specs. If you spend endless hours on your laptop, or travel with it, you will appreciate the difference.
Reference: https://techguided.com/how-long-should-a-laptop-last/

Finally, a Fusion Reaction Has Generated More Energy Than Absorbed by The Fuel: A major milestone has been breached in the quest for fusion energy.
For the first time, a fusion reaction has achieved a record 1.3 megajoule energy output – and for the first time, exceeding energy absorbed by the fuel used to trigger it.
Although there’s still some way to go, the result represents a significant improvement on previous yields: eight times greater than experiments conducted just a few months prior, and 25 times greater than experiments conducted in 2018. It’s a huge achievement.
Physicists at the National Ignition Facility at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory will be submitting a paper for peer review. Photo:LLNL/D.Jemison
Full article: https://www.sciencealert.com/for-the-first-time-a-fusion-reaction-has-generated-more-energy-than-absorbed-by-the-fuel

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has argued that travel restrictions don’t affect the COVID-19 infection rates and that governments should find other solutions to mitigate the risk of infections: Such preventive measures didn’t decrease the infection rates.
“Peaks and troughs in new COVID-19 infections have happened even as international travel restrictions stayed stable throughout 2021, and the consistent increase in cases in 2020 took place even as restrictions were at their highest,” IATA notes in a press release.
The same pointed out that the travel restrictions have marked a drastic change in societies and economies, with a halved capacity and revenues and preventing families and people from being together. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/iata-travel-restrictions-dont-limit-covid-19-infection-rates/

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

https://www.mapacovid.es/

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

World– https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
World– https://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

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