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Brexit Hotline
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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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CORONA 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.
When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). I suggest you check it daily.
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Today, June 20th, is World Tapas Day: Spain’s tourism agency Turespaña has declared the third Thursday of every June as World Tapas Day. The word ‘tapa’ – meaning ‘lid’ – is thought to derive from a 13th century law passed by a Castilian king requiring taverns to serve food with alcohol, perhaps in a bid to avoid inebriation of the serfs. A ‘tapa’ was then a small plate of ham or olives used as a lid to keep insects and dust away from a drink. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20190620/best-tapas-classic-spanish-list
Kitty Harri’s Sculpture Garden – Open Sunday 21th June!: The Sculpture Garden will be opening again on Sunday June 21st, (with our usual live Baroque music!).
Please note, however, that visits then AND for the foreseeable future will be BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Please contact us to schedule a time.
Numbers may be limited at any one time and distancing will be obligatory. But don’t worry we have lots of space!
Group and private visits will continue to be available at any time, by arrangement.
Our popular Mosaic and Mosaic Table Workshops will be scheduled according to demand. but if you have a group of 4 or more friends you can fix the date!
Only 20 minutes north of Almuñécar.
We hope to see you again soon.
nick at kittyharri dot com
609 706 210/639 563 213
Directions at www.kittyharri.com
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Removals & light haulage company that have scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back at approximately the same time every month. Also unscheduled to suit your needs.
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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 / Portsmouth / Plymouth Ferry.
Also if you have small or large items that you might like to purchase off internet sites ie Amazon, furniture world, eBay etc. and have them delivered to our depot in the Uk collection or delivery can then be made here around Torrox area.
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For Sale: High Performance Slimline Laptop. Business model, Dell Latitude E6230. Fully refurbed and upgraded by DoctorLaptop.
Brand new 250Gb SDD, Top of the line model MX500 by Crucial.
Brand new high grade 8Gb RAM by Komputer Bay
Brand new 3Hr battery.
Specs-
Processor: Intel i3 @ 2.4GHz
System: Clean installed Win 10 Pro, v2004 (April 2020, the newest vesion)
Display: 12.5″ True HD anti-glare LED
Connections: 2x USB2.0, HDMI, VGA, SATA, headphone
No CD/DVD player
Only 1” thick with a 12.5” HD LED display, the Latitude E6230 strikes the perfect balance of mobility and durability. Armored with a MIL-STD 810G tested Tri-Metal™ casing, anodized aluminum display back, magnesium alloy wrapped corners, steel hinges, and a powder-coated base, the E6230 can handle work’s tough demands. StrikeZone™ shock absorber, Fast Response Free-Fall Sensor, and rubber hard drive isolation help protect data from drops and vibration, while the spill-resistant keyboard and LCD protective seal further help protect the system from the bumps and spills of everyday work.
This laptop is super fast. System has been fully optimized for best performance, while avoiding as much of the Microsoft tracking as possible.
Price: €300, buyer collects. 30 day guaranty on hardware only.
Naythan / DoctorLaptop, Torrox Costa
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Recommendations & Requests
Bringing a dog into Spain: Hi, does anyone out there have experience of bringing a dog into Spain ? My daughter is relocating from Mexico to Barcelona and will be arriving in October on an Air France flight via Paris. Her small dog is registered as an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) and has up to date injections and chip/ passport. My query relates to any additional paperwork that may be required at immigration in Barcelona. Does the paperwork have to be in Spanish or is an English version OK. Any other information or tips would be appreciated.
Please e mail:brianpage60 @ hotmail. Com (no gaps)
Correction: Sorry gave wrong phone number for Margaret Cake Maker should be 645953572. Dorothy, Nerja
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Arrivals into Spain will have to go through three health checkpoints: The first includes filling in a form stating whether the individual has had coronavirus, as well as where to find them during their time in Spain; the second involves a temperature check; and the third is a visual inspection. If the results of one or more of these checks is unsatisfactory, the individual will be examined by a doctor. Source: http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202006/19/arrivals-into-spain-will-20200619210251.html
Netflix Is Less Annoying to VPN Users Now, But Some Titles Are ‘Hidden’: Netflix has started to treat VPN users differently. Instead of preventing them from playing any content, the popular streaming service now allows VPN users to play content that’s globally available. At the same time, however, it has begun hiding titles with geographical restrictions, without informing users.
Previously, VPN users could still log in and browse all titles that were available in their region. When they clicked play, however, a notice would pop up to inform them that the content wasn’t accessible through a VPN.
This has now changed. While it hasn’t yet been officially confirmed by Netflix, several tests using VPN servers from all over the world show that all visible content in the Netflix library can be played. We emphasize the word visible here because there are still some restrictions. If Netflix detects that you’re using a VPN, it will hide titles with geographical licensing restrictions.
In other words, VPN users should no longer run into any blocked content. They just see less content in their Netflix library. This makes VPNs more usable on Netflix and takes away a lot of frustration.
Full story: https://torrentfreak.com/netflix-is-less-annoying-to-vpn-users-now-but-some-titles-are-hidden-200618/
Residents in Spain The Least Satisfied In Regard To How the Government Has Handled the Health Crisis: A survey conducted by the European Parliament shows only 35 per cent of Spaniards are completely or partially satisfied with the management that the Spanish Executive has had of the coronavirus crisis, which is relatively low when compared to 63 per cent of respondents who said they were not very satisfied or 28 per cent who said they were not satisfied at all by their management.
These are the worst figures when compared to the rest of the European Member States as Spaniards show they are the least happy with their government. Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/19/residents-in-spain-the-least-satisfied-in-regard-to-how-the-government-has-handled-the-health-crisis/
Ingreso Mínimo Vital (Minimum Income Benefits) Assistance: Velez-Malaga Community Social Services will act as a managing centre for the more than 4,000 families in the area who will be able to benefit from the Ingreso Mínimo Vital. Information and advice will be provided and applications will be processed from both the Velez-Malaga and Torre del Mar offices, by appointment. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/19/velez-malaga-extends-offer-to-benefit-residents-with-extra-social-services-in-axarquia/
Two Very Different Sides of the EU Funding for C-19 Recovery Plans: Holland doubts that a recovery agreement will be reached for the EU this summer: Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was skeptical of the possibility of reaching an agreement this summer on the post-pandemic economic recovery plan, after the leaders of the European Union (EU) did not close a common position at the summit. European this Friday. The head of the Dutch government considered at the end of that telematic meeting that “it would not be devastating” if an agreement is not reached at the European Council scheduled for next July. Source: https://spainsnews.com/holland-doubts-that-a-recovery-agreement-will-be-reached-for-the-eu-this-summer/ Contrast That With- President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez Has High Expectations: He asked the EU on Friday for an urgent response and at the height of the crisis caused by the coronavirus, which includes a European economic recovery plan that he hopes will be approved next month and will take effect on 1 January 2021. Source: https://spainsnews.com/pedro-sanchez-calls-for-the-european-recovery-plan-to-come-into-force-in-2021/
A never-before-heard version of the late Aretha Franklin’s riveting and powerful collaboration with Mary J. Blige about faith and race, 2006’s “Never Gonna Break My Faith,” has arrived on Juneteenth.
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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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CORONA 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.
When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). I suggest you check it daily.
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Grand ReOpening- The Harbour Bar & Restaurant Marbella: Wednesday July 1st. An elegant and friendly restaurant located on the first floor of the historic Real Club Maritimo (Yacht Club) in the marina of Marbella.
Our New Fresh Fish Boat available Tuesday to Sunday. Cooked to your preference. Includes Whole Sea Bass & Turbot Baked in Salt, Oysters, Large Red Prawns & much more.
The Harbour International Cheese Trolley features Gourmet Cheeses from around the world, homemade chutneys and crackers. Available 7 days a week from 12pm until late. Sharing boards and wine recommendations for each cheese available.
For reservations call 952 865 534, email info@theharbourmarbella.com or visit this new website to view the menu and map at http://theharbourmarbella.com
Frankenstein the Show: A circus and theatre are merged with a touch of dark humour, backed by live music. June 26 to 28 at the Congress Centre in Granada with performances at 6pm and 9.30pm each night.
With this show we expand the concept of the so-called New Circus, reinforcing the plot and the “Theme of Horror”. We made a fun and rogue, but at the same time emotional, version of Mary Shelley’s magnificent work “Frankenstein” or “The Modern Prometheus”. A different way of telling this well-known story through Humor and Acrobatics.
We will transfer the spectator to a fantastic world from the same entrance door of the theater / venue and we will make him forget everything during the two hours of entertainment that our “Show” offers. A stage proposal where the most intense moments of the original novel and the funniest of the versions that have been seen throughout all these years in cinema and theaters are mixed, all wrapped in a fantasy aesthetic inspired by the wonderful mind from the filmmaker “Tim Burton”. https://www.turgranada.es/agenda/frankenstein-show/
Live Music from Sarah lucy Dole: Sunday at 5pm. Moto Rock Bar. Great singer with songs for everyone. Come along and have a great afternoon.
Location-Carretera Nacional 340. Km 302, Nerja, Spain 29780
+34 653 36 69 78 FB link
Elvis Tribute at El Mojito Carihuela: Our state of alarm officially ends on 21st June. So come along and celebrate with us.Our first live entertainment since lockdown. -Saturday 20th June. We are very pleased to welcome back STELVIS, with his fantastic tribute to ELVIS from 9pm.
As numbers are limited due to social distancing we would be grateful if people could come with friends,tables for 2 are limited but we have tables for 4&6+.
Bookings are advised to avoid dissapointment.call in,ring or message.
We look forward to seeing you all for a great night. FB link
Address- Calle bulto 80, Málaga, Spain 29620 +34 952 05 70 62
Summer Begins Saturday, June 20, 2020. Summer ends on Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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Contact: Malcolm Butcher. Tel: +34 652970608 (Spain) Competa
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Greek House- Now Open: Greek restaurant in Torrox Costa! Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialties. Our opening time is from 19:00, Tuesday thru Sunday. Monday closed. Also, you can enjoy our specialties in lunch time, between 13.00-15.00, by reservation only, on telephone number 642585049. 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! https://la-casita-griega.business.site/
Casa Magel:Hi Everyone! Good news! CasaMagel is now reopened.
Everything deep cleaned and following strict social distancing requirements.
We are offering the same great deals as before 55€ per night B&B, 2 night special which includes one evening 3-course meal for 2 including wine,120€ or our 3-night special evening meal with wine for 2 and tapas evening at a local bar or in house also for 2. 175€ extra nights are 55€.
Great outdoor space plenty of room to socially distance.
Good food, great hosts, amazing views, sparkling pool.
What is not to like.
Check out our website www.casamagel.com
Contact us on casamagel@yahoo.com or telephone 722879503.
Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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For Sale from Nerja Household Center- Upcycled furniture: -Dining room extending table with glass top with 6 matching chairs Measurements Fully extended 190cms No extension 130cms Depth 90cms Height 75cms Price 160€ -Matching tv unit. Measurements Width 110cms Depth 40cms Height 43cms Price 55€ -White bamboo display unit with glass shelves. Measurements Width 150cms Depth 40cms Height 187cms Price 80€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com
For Sale as set: Sofa Bed and matching Sofa. Both are 2-3 seater, cloth, pale biscuit colour. With matching pillows and bolsters. Each – 2.0m wide 0.95m deep.
Good condition, without stains. or damage.
Selling the pair together for €250.
Location – Puente don Manuel, Vinuela
Call Richard for more details. Tel 711 008 418 or richard@rflower.net
Recommendations & Requests
Thanks to La SuperCaja Verde: Nick donated one of his 5kg boxes of seasonal vegetables, with 10 varities of locally grown veggies, to the DigameXtra office this week. Nothing over ripe, nothing needing time to ripen, just perfect. Much appreciated and highly recommended.
Naythan, Torrox Costa, doctorlaptop At ProtonMail D0T c0m
Thanks: Thank you Margaret The Cake Maker for making a great Cake for my husband David’s 84th Birthday was delicious, a very reasonable price, she can be contacted on 615953572 Dorothy Allen, Nerja, dorothyallenpl AT gmail d0t com
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Andalucia President Announces ‘New Normal’ Freedoms from Sunday – Here’s What to Expect: Andalucia’s territories will enter the ‘New Normal’ on June 21′, with new rules and fewer restrictions thanks to the State of Alarm ending at the weekend.
Andalusia’s President Juanma Moreno has provided a glimpse of the ‘new freedoms’ and changes to the existing rules as the region walks into the New Normal. “ “Bars and restaurants can serve up to a maximum capacity of 75% inside establishments, and up to 100% capacity on terraces,” Moreno added. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/19/spains-andalucia-president-announces-new-normal-freedoms-from-sunday-heres-what-to-expect/
Europe hit by local infection spikes; China’s outbreak wanes: Europe grappled Thursday with local spikes in coronavirus infections as the continent’s lockdown restrictions eased, after hundreds of cases were found at one meatpacking plant in Germany and Greece had to impose a total seven-day lockdown on one village.
The developments came even as a new outbreak in Beijing saw a decline in daily cases and Hong Kong Disneyland reopened after a major drop in infections in the Chinese territory.
In western Germany, health officials in Guetersloh on Wednesday said the number of new COVID-19 cases linked to the Toennies slaughterhouse in Rheda-Wiedenbrueck had risen to 657, a significant regional spike for a country that has recorded daily nationwide infections in the low hundreds lately. Full story: https://apnews.com/43ec54755b49bd56a8ff23343084dc61
The EU’s C-19 Recovery Funds Plan Threatened: EU leaders face pushback from the blockade of the Netherlands and it’s allies in the “Frugal Five” against the anti-crisis fund. “We have not yet started to negotiate, everything is to be done,” say insiders. In Brussels nobody expects much from the first meeting this Friday. And that despite more than 170,000 deaths on the continent from coronavirus and the euro area is expected to end 2020 with a recession of around 8%, with countries like Spain close to 10%.
Contrary to promising announcements and multiple press releases from the Spanish Gov’t the matter is only now being scheduled for July 9th debate. It is the first full meeting of heads of state and government on the European Commission’s proposal: € 750 billion for reconstruction – € 500,000 in grants and € 250,000 in loans – and a multi-year 2021-2027 budget of € 1.1 trillion. Full article (Spanish): https://www.eldiario.es/economia/lideres-UE-empiezan-negociacion_0_1039397050.html
World War II Forces sweetheart singer Vera Lynn dies at 103: Lynn hosted a wildly popular BBC radio show during the war called “Sincerely Yours” in which she sent messages to British troops abroad and performed the songs they requested. The half-hour program came on during the highly coveted slot following the Sunday night news.
During the war and long after, Lynn got crowds singing, smiling and crying with sentimental favorites such as “We’ll Meet Again,” and “The White Cliffs of Dover.”
Full article: https://apnews.com/f3b03161a5fa4e2491c7bc7fb1e7c8b1
Disaster as UK clubbers and top DJs have nowhere to party on Ibiza this year: The Balearic government has now announced that clubs will not reopen for the 2020 season. A report from Diario de Ibiza suggest clubs will remain shuttered for this year’s season, and possibly into 2021. Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/18/clubs-in-ibiza-will-remain-closed-this-year/
Magnitude 7.4 Quake Hits New Zealand, Prompts Brief Tsunami Warning: Despite resident reports that rated the earthquake’s strength as “weak” or “moderate,” the United States Geological Survey said only 15 earthquakes have registered at greater magnitudes near New Zealand over the past 120 years. While GeoNet data showed earthquakes recorded near the Kermadec Islands are common, most are much smaller in size than the magnitude 7.4 earthquake recorded on Friday. Source: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/magnitude-74-quake-hits-new-zealand-prompts-brief-tsunami-warning/ar-BB15G7qm
Apple Bullies Britain into dumping homegrown virus tracing app, forces it to use Google-Apple system: Even though it worked well on Google’s Android devices, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the government was abandoning the prototype app and instead putting its efforts into developing one using a special interface jointly developed by Apple and Google.
“Apple software prevents iPhones from being used effectively for contact tracing unless you’re using Apple’s own technology,” Health Secretary Matt Hancock said at the government’s daily briefing. “Our app won’t work because Apple won’t change their system,” Hancock said. He wasn’t able to say when a new app would be ready.
Full story: https://apnews.com/e7f5d6627fab8639286c3c3865af87ae
A Solstice Solar Eclipse Is About To Happen: Just How Rare Is It?: On Saturday, June 20, 2020, the solstice will occur as the Earth’s north pole reaches its maximum tilt towards the Sun. Just 9 hours later, the Moon will pass perfectly between the Earth and the Sun, creating an annular solar eclipse for a myriad of observers across Africa and Asia. It’s an incredibly rare occurrence to have a solstice solar eclipse, but there’s a good reason for it this year. Here’s the scientific story of why. https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/2020/06/18/a-solstice-solar-eclipse-is-about-to-happen-just-how-rare-is-it/
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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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ATTENTION! New EU internet privacy laws are now in effect, known as the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)! I have to inform you that the DigameXtra archive saves follower’s email addresses in the WordPress server. By subscribing/following you implicitly accept this; if you make submissions you acknowledge that anyone can view old issues online and see your contact info as you provided and you accept this. If you don’t want me saving your email address do not subscribe/follow, you can unsubscribe and remove yourself from this list using the unsubscribe link at the bottom of every subscription issue. Takedown notices must include proof of ownership as well as the date and issue number of the DigameXtra issue containing the infringing content. These may be submitted to digamextra@protonmail.com. Proper takedown notices will be complied with immediately. All images have been copied from what I believe to be copyright free sources.
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When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). I suggest you check it daily.
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Kitty Harri’s Sculpture Garden – Open Sunday 21th June!: The Sculpture Garden will be opening again on Sunday June 21st, (with our usual live Baroque music!).
Please note, however, that visits then AND for the foreseeable future will be BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Please contact us to schedule a time.
Numbers may be limited at any one time and distancing will be obligatory. But don’t worry we have lots of space!
Group and private visits will continue to be available at any time, by arrangement.
Our popular Mosaic and Mosaic Table Workshops will be scheduled according to demand. but if you have a group of 4 or more friends you can fix the date!
Only 20 minutes north of Almuñécar.
We hope to see you again soon.
nick at kittyharri dot com
609 706 210/639 563 213
Directions at www.kittyharri.com
Cochran’s Terrace-Restaurant reopens: Next July 1 Toboso Apar-Turis and Cochran’s Terrace-Restaurant reopen their doors with all the illusion and strength in the world, ready to make you enjoy every moment. Of course, we return taking all the necessary safety and hygiene measures, having been awarded the seal of safe accommodation in our three accommodations. Don’t wait any longer, make your reservation! Tel 952 52 74 74, Calle Salón 12, Nerja. www.tobosohotels.com FB link
Cafe Pub La Bamba: The Travellers play for welcoming summer. Fri June 19th 11:30pm. Cortijos Romero, Viñuela, Andalucia 29713 FB link
Summer Begins Saturday, June 20, 2020. Summer ends on Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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For Rent Listing: BluCee – Post full lockdown, we are now offering all previous services including property viewings and holiday rentals. We are friendly, honest and offer a bespoke service for all your property needs. Winter sun rental! Penthouse Gúi in El Morche is available for rent winter.
October 2020 to end of April 2021, long term rental from 3 to 6 months, €600 per month plus electricity usage.
This lovely penthouse has two bedrooms, two bathroom, large private roof terrace with all day sun. Sea and countryside views. Secure parking and is only a two minute walk to the beach.
Please click the link for more details – https://www.blucee.com/index.php/property/penthouse-gui-el-morche/
Not exactly what you are looking for. Thinking of renting out your property?
Contact us to discuss what we can do to help you, please get in touch.
info@blucee.com
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria.
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 here every day.
For Sale from Nerja Household Center- Upcycled furniture: -Lovely 3 seater sofa with matching corner sofa with loose cushions all comes apart to wash.
Measurements 3 seater sofa Width 210cms Depth 95cms
Corner sofa Width approx 260cms. Reduced Price 325€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com
For Sale: Fridge Freezer in excellent condition. Very clean and fully working.
Size 146cm tall by 55cm wide and 54cm deep.
Buyer collect from Oasis Capistrano, Nerja. €80
Steve, Nerja. Call or text 00447981802008
For Sale, 2 items: -Rucksack: TRESPASS TRAK 33L. Water resistant material, padded straps, built in rain cover. Used once. No marks or scuffs. Cost: 70€ Sell for: 25€ -Flamenco dress. Size 10-12, slim fitting. Perfect for fiestas. Worn once. 25€
Gerry (rucksack) and Maggie (dress) Tel: 628823456
More pics on request.
For Sale: 2 iron standards with glass bells for candle or plant. 30 Euro for one, 55 Euro for both. 177 cm high. More pics on request. Yolanda, Sayalonga, contact by
email: yodewilde @ gmail .com (no spaces)
or by phone/WhatsApp (+34) 600 79 43 25
2 Computers For Sale:
–Used DELL Tower Computer.
Dell Optiplex 755- Only 180 days on the clock.
Full sized tower, not the smaller desktop version.
-Intel Core Duo processor at 2.33GHz, 32 bit, with upgraded BIOS
-Upgraded cooling system
-Upgraded video card
-Upgraded to 3Gb high performance RAM
-Fresh Windows 10 v1909
-150Gb Hard drive
-Built-in wifi and DVD player
-8x USB 2.0, DVI & VGA video output (no HDMI, but DVI to HDMI converters are available for a few euros at large computer shops, or online)
Fully cleaned but there was no need to refurb this one. I just installed some high performance hardware upgrades I had in stock. Runs great.
Price €220 Buyer collects. -Siemens laptop Refurb. Model Esprimo V5505. A full size 15.6″ display laptop, fully refurbished by DoctorLaptop. Has a hard-to-find international North Europe/English keyboard perfect for bilingual English and Scandinavian speakers, 250 Gb hard drive (reconditioned), 3Gb RAM (brand new, high performance), Windows 10 Pro (UK English), processor speed 2.0GHz, DVD/CD drive, 2hr battery. Includes delux briefcase style carry bag. No HDMI. €200. Buyer collects.
Contact Naythan, Torrox Costa, Tel. 675 993 069 (no calls answered before 11am, missed calls returned asap)
Email: doctorlaptop @ protonmail . com (no spaces)
Recommendations & Requests
Nature info, update: I would just like to say a big thank you to the DigameXtra readers who replied to my query on the strange creature I found in my garden. Of all the replies it seems most likely to have been a Central Iberian Worm Lizard. I had never heard or seen one before so really appreciate the replies and my new found knowledge! Many Thanks, Alan, Puente Don Manuel
Torrox Costa Parking Info: Street cleaning scheduled. Today, on Esperanto Avenue of Torrox-Costa, the horizontally marked NO PARKING regulation signs are in effect.
News & Articles
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Spain will do PCR tests on all close contacts of Covid-19 cases: A stricter protocol seeks to contain new outbreaks as the country emerges from a prolonged lockdown. From now on, all close contacts of a positive case will undergo PCR testing, regardless of whether they show symptoms or not, healthcare sources told EL PAÍS.
These sources said that the new document is being finalized and has been sent to the relevant health authorities: “It’s just a matter of days before it goes into effect.” Full story: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-06-17/spain-will-do-pcr-tests-on-all-close-contacts-of-covid-19-cases.html
Costa del Sol Offers FREE Holidays for 2,500 Over 65s – Are You Eligible?: Those over 65 and registered in one of Malaga’s municipalities of less than 20,000 residents are encouraged to apply. If you fulfil the requirements, you are entitled to enjoy a free two-night stay in Ronda, Antequera, Torrox, Mijas, Marbella or the centre of Malaga. The application process opens on June 22 and will close on July 3. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/17/spains-costa-del-sol-offers-free-holidays-for-the-over-65s-are-you-eligible/
Big Tech & Fakebook Under New Threats of Loss of Protections: The U.S. Justice Department proposed on Wednesday that Congress take up legislation to curb protections that big tech platforms like Alphabet’s Google and Facebook have had for decades, a senior official said, following through on U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid to crack down on tech giants. If they are going to edit, fact check, and censor content then they are publishers and don’t qualify for the Section 230 protections created for telecom and internet access providers that don’t edit content in services they offer. Reference: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-tech-230/u-s-justice-department-proposes-rolling-back-protections-for-big-tech-idUSKBN23O29D
Biologist reveals the waste below the waves in shocking video shot off the coast of Alicante on Spain’s Costa Blanca: The footage, taken by Alberto, a biologist from Alicante known on Instagram as @thewildpassport, was shot close to Elche, and has gone viral after being viewed by more than 90,000 people. See video here https://www.instagram.com/tv/CBcy5IIg_Md/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading
Junta de Andalucia Offers Shuttle Service to Cantarrijan Nude Beach in La Herradura: There is a free car park just off the N-340 and you can either walk down to the beach (although the climb back will be strenuous) or take the shuttle bus which is run by the Junta de Andalucia and is very cheap. The beach has a number of services for tourists and there are two different busses making the transfer every day, with a third added at the weekend. Call the tourist office for times. PHOTO: Almuñecar Council, Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/17/travel-by-shuttle-and-then-take-off-your-clothes-in-spains-axarquia/
Job Hunting Online?: How to Detect and Avoid Fake Recruiter Scams. There are scammers who pretend to be recruiters in order to access your confidential information and even your bank account.
Often, they use information from real companies, resume information found online, and other details to make the jobs they offer sound convincing.
Some of these fake recruiters go so far as setting up fake profiles on LinkedIn. Or, they may have their own websites that show them as an independent recruiter.
For scammers, the end goal is always the same: theft. Sometimes, scammers try to deceive you into paying them cash as some type of fee for job processing. In other instances, they will attempt to steal a job applicant’s personal details (such as their social security number) for identity theft purposes. Full story: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/fake-recruiter-scams-and-how-to-avoid-them-2062178
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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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When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). I suggest you check it daily.
Torre del Mar businesses launch ice cream event: From June 19 to 28, the ice cream makers in Torre del Mar join forces for a special ice cream route. Seven parlours will participate, they are: Zeus, Neptuno, Buenavista, Tramontana, Ana Garrigós, Sanoni and La Golosa. Attendees, in exchange for €3, will be able to taste new flavours and score each business by a voting card. Full story: Source Link
Laura Killeney live: Sat 27th June 3pm. Bar Los Amigos, Torrox. FB link
Phoenix club: We are pleased to announce that with the end of lockdown in sight the Phoenix Social club in Torre del Mar is opening for business on the 30th June from 11am – 1pm. This is solely for bookings and refunds. No social meetings are planned at the moment.
We are running 2 trips – -17th July – Food and Co, a new British supermarket in Las Lagunas, Mijas who stock over 7,500 items of Tesco products/Iceland €13pp Depart Algarrobo Lidl at 09.30 -14th August – Gibraltar €15pp Depart Algarrobo Lidl at 08.30. Passports essential
Masks will be compulsory on our trips and payment in full is required on booking.
We meet at La Vega bar and restaurant every Tuesday from the 30th June and you can find the bar just behind the Repsol garage on the way out of Torre towards Benajarafe.
For bookings and refunds, please contact Gail on 951067723 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information
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Nik of all Trades: Services Available for home, garden and office.
Available again from 18th May for exterior work only. Many jobs were cancelled due to the pandemic and these customers need to contact me to reschedule when they feel comfortable having me on site. I am expecting to be extremely busy catching up over the next few months so new and existing customers should start booking now even if you dont want the work done for weeks or even months to avoid disappointment. I will be working on a first come first served basis. Gardening – from weeding to landscaping, stonework (walls, paths, etc) a speciality. Transport and tools all provided by me, no job too small or too big as I have others to call on if required, from 100€ per day per man plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer. Small construction/demolition jobs – walls, fencing, guttering, tiling etc. from 100€ per day per man plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer. Painting and decorating – interior or exterior, tools all supplied, materials extra at cost – from 100€ per day per man or fixed price quote if you prefer. Electrical work and Plumbing – I have a UK qualified electrician/plumber to call on should you require this type of work.
Evenings, weekends and holidays both Spanish and English are all included at no extra cost
Check my website for examples of my work www.nikofalltrades.es
Email enquiries or for more information to
nikash2 at hotmail dot com
or just write that email address or web address down somewhere in case you may need me in the future! I am a Digame sponsor and so my contact info is available in the sponsors section below as well. There is also a contact form available on the website.
References/recommendations available from the UK and Spain
Based in Competa but can travel anywhere in Digameland. Quotations are completely free.
Coast Fm Gold: Want to be able to talk directly to your customers and clients?
Guess what they have been listening to and will continue to listen to……the Radio!
Coast Fm Gold has been available Online, as well as via Tunein, Google, Siri and Alexa throughout the crisis giving ’emergency announcements and telephone numbers’ and music, music, music!
Now it’s time to start up business’s again and what better way to let them know you
have re-opened and are ready…A RADIO ADVERT! We reach all over the Axarquia
…so we are local! Plus we reach around the world! We are the Eastern Costa Del Sols favourite Radio Station! We are running ”special crisis” low advertising rates…ring us now on 691 934 626 or by email to studio@coastfmgold.com Website: http://coastfmgold.com/
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.
Golden Leaves Funeral Plans aims to support grieving families during these tumultuous times. Since our inception in 1984, we have partnered with a widespread network of funeral directors across the UK and Europe.
Purchasing a funeral plan with Golden Leaves enables you to plan, design and pay for your funeral services in advance.
As one of the leading providers of expat prepaid funeral plans in Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, we make sure to adequately support your family in the time of greatest need.
If you are an expat family in need of prepaid funeral services please contact Ruth on phone or whats app + 34 693 715 718
Based in Javea/Alicante. Company Reg. No: 2935393
Email: Ruth.forder@goldenleaves.com
Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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Vetiver Spain in Sayalonga
Are you having soil erosion issues after all the recent rain?
Vetiver is the perfect solution with the 3 – 4 metre root system.
The plant is non invasive, grows rapidly and once established it needs very little water.
We are finally open again for business. We are still not permitted to have visitors at our nursery but we can ship plants via post or we can deliver locally.
Our first day of shipping was Monday and we shipped 2,000 plants to various locations in Spain, Portugal, and Hungary.
We have plenty of Vetiver in stock. Right now the soil is nice and damp and the weather is starting to heat up so it is the perfect time to plant.
We also have Lemon Grass, Moringa Seedlings and Organic Moringa Powder.
Moringa, also known as the “Miracle Tree”, has many nutritional and health benefits. If you have ever been to a Thai Restaurant you have probably had Lemon Grass.
Lemon Grass grows easily and quickly. Take a look at our website or go directly to the two links below. If you have any questions please contact us either by email or phone.
David or Anna www.vetiverspain.com
Cell: (34) 692 288 657
Email: info@vetiverspain.com
Vetiverspain Moringa page. https://www.vetiverspain.org/moringa-oleifera-.html https://www.vetiverspain.org/lemon-grass.html
VetiverLemon Grass
Nerja Household Center- Upcycled furniture -Beautiful display cabinet done in natural olive green chalk paint with clear & French oak wax all new handles Measurements Width 108.50cms Depth 40cms Height 201cms Price 240€ -Table/4 chairs Length 139cms Depth 80cms Height 76cm €400 -Upcycled natural tall boy with olive green chalk paint & walnut wax. New handles Measurements Width 60cms Depth 40cms
Height 100cms Price 130€
Contact Jackie / Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com
For Sale, 3 items: More plant pots, 8€ each
boegero at gmx dot de ; Edwin in Competa
For Sale, 2 items: Sunbed cushions. -Set of 4 blue and green stripe sunbed cushions. 20€ -Set of 3 lime green sunbed cushions 15€
Some damage/fading but will be perfect with new covers.
Joy 610955826 Torrox
For Sale: Wall Unit. 220h x 154w x 30d (solid wood) €100 Easily dismantled and reassembled so easy to transport. Buyer collects (Torrox /Competa)
Call Dave 654085811
For Sale: Childs car seat. Age up to 5 years. Excellent condition. Hardly used. 20 euros. Call mavis on 626134579. We are on the road between puente don manuel and alcaucin.
For Sale: Bosch slide miter saw GCM 10S Professional. Hardly used. 150€ o.v.n.o, buyer to collect, social distancing observed. Lyne, Alcaucin call or WhatsApp on 00447855578222.
For Sale, 2 items: -Large metal dog cage with floor. 91cm x 61cm x 69cm. Folds flat, excellent condition, 2 entrance doors. 30 euros -Extending Ikea glass and wrought iron coffee table. 50cm wide x 50cm high x 92 long extending to 140cm or can be used as 2 separate tables. 30 euros
J. Stevens Algarrobo Costa
Tel 606146302
Sail Sold: My Sail for Sale on yesterday’s DigameXtra has been sold !
Thank you for DigameXtra. Patricia, Competa, pbritsky AT msn D0T com
Recommendations & Requests
Nature Info: Firstly, I live in Puente Don Manuel and have a fish pond but this year there have been snakes in it all year, normally they only come for a few days at the end of April or beginning of May, and they have eaten nearly all my fish, is there a way to get rid of them at all?
Secondly, I am concreting at the edge of the pond to keep the weeds down, and as I lifted a piece of the old membrane that was laid down with pebbles on, there was what at first glance looked like a huge earthworm, approximately 4or 5 inches long, blunt at both ends and as thick as a thumb and the colour of an earthworm. As I lifted the membrane this thing wriggled similar to a snake and moved really fast into the hedge. It all happened that fast I didn’t have time to see it properly but I had heard of slow worms and thought it was possibly one of those, but on looking them up they are quite big and look like snakes, and apparently there aren’t any in Andalusia.
Please reply to alan-edson@hotmail.com ; Thanks, Alan (Maybe it’s a skink? Here is a pic. Sometimes they lose their tails resulting in that blunt on both ends look. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skink. Photo:animals.net , -Ed.)
News & Articles
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Spain could quarantine UK arrivals if British government maintains current restrictions: Spain could impose a quarantine on arrivals from the UK from next week if the British government maintains similar measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus, according to Foreign Minister Arancha González Laya in an interview on the BBC’s Hardtalk programme. Full story: http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202006/16/spain-could-quarantine-arrivals-20200616164046.html
Oracle E-Business Suite Flaws Let Hackers Hijack Business Operations: If your business operations and security of sensitive data rely on Oracle’s E-Business Suite (EBS), make sure you recently updated and are running the latest available version of the software. One consequence of these bugs, if left unpatched, is the possibility of financial fraud and confidential information theft by attacking a firm’s accounting systems. An attacker could modify critical reports in the ledger, including fraudulently manipulating transactions on a firm’s balance sheets.
Given the financial risk involved, it is highly recommended that companies using Oracle EBS run an immediate assessment to ensure they are not exposed to these vulnerabilities, and apply the patches to fix them.
“Organizations need to be aware that current GRC tools and other traditional security methods (firewalls, access controls, SoD and others) would be ineffective against preventing this type of attack on vulnerable Oracle EBS systems,” the researchers cautioned. Source: https://thehackernews.com/2020/06/oracle-e-business-suite.html
U.S. Open to go ahead without fans: New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday gave the green light for the U.S. Open to be held from Aug. 31-Sept. 13 without fans as part of the state’s reopening from shutdowns related to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Spaniard Nadal said earlier this month he would not travel to the U.S. Open in present circumstances, while Djokovic said playing the event this year would be impossible given “extreme” protocols that would be in place. Full story: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-tennis-usopen/u-s-open-to-go-ahead-without-fans-says-new-york-governor-cuomo-idUSKBN23N2OD
SCAM ALERT:Police have shut down a fraudulent pyramid scheme which conned more than 250 people out of €10 million on Spain’s Costa Blanca. The bait used was the promise of high returns, between 15 and 30 per cent, well above the average interest offered in the traditional market. In order to make the investors believe they were a “serious and safe company”, the conmen paid out the first interest payments, but once they had “hooked” important amounts, stopped paying. This tactic enabled the gang to raise €10 million, though it is believed the figure could be higher.
The Guardia Civil has recommended anybody considering investing privately should consult official websites beforehand. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/16/police-shut-down-e10-million-pyramid-scam-on-spains-costa-blanca/
German Prosecutor Sends Madeleine McCann’s Parents Heartbreaking Letter Confirming Daughter’s Death: The prosecutor claims to have “concrete evidence,” however he said he can’t reveal the details yet, in case it jeopardises the investigation. The letter is said to leave no doubt that Madeleine is dead and that the suspect, Christian B, is responsible for her murder. Reference: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8415789/Madeleine-McCanns-parents-urge-German-police-tell-evidence-have.html
Austria- man fined €500 for farting ‘with full intent’ at police: The Oesterreich newspaper reported that the fine stemmed from an incident on June 5 and that the offender was fined for “offending public decency.” They added that the man had behaved “provocatively and uncooperatively” during an encounter with officers that preceded the incident. He got up from a park bench, looked at officers and “let go a massive intestinal wind apparently with full intent,” they said. “And our colleagues don’t like to be farted at so much.” Reference: https://apnews.com/6ad082f5ec2b2761cd7ec02dfd34aa5a
Apple Gets Blasted by EU Again- EU authorities open twin Apple antitrust investigations: European Union regulators opened two investigations on Tuesday into Apple’s mobile app store and payment platform over concerns its practices distort competition, opening a new front in the EU’s battle against the dominance of big tech companies.
The EU’s executive Commission said it formally launched the investigations over concerns that Apple’s way of doing business hurts consumers by limiting choice and innovation and keeping prices high. Apple dismissed the complaints as “baseless.”
The Commission opened a second investigation into the App Store over concerns Apple forces developers to use the company’s own in-app purchasing system, which charges them a 30% commission, and restricts them from telling iPhone and iPad users about other ways to pay for digital services like music subscriptions. The investigation follows complaints from music streaming service Spotify and an e-book distributor on the impact of the App Store’s rules on competition. Full story: https://apnews.com/4361ed042b7a0499a9ec850e09060246
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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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Potters Bar & Terrace: This weeks entertainment. New for Monday’s the one and only Mike Bond, entertaining you on the terrace. Free tapas throughout, so don’t prepare dinner as you won’t go home hungry! Reserve your table as places limited 685435767 Monday 6pm Mike Bond Tuesday 8pm Quiz Wednesday 7pm Live Music, 3 course tapas Special €10 Friday 7pm Live Music with Paul Lockey, TexMex Special €10
Noche de Barbacoa: Sat 20 June, 8:30pm. Los Caracoles del Sevillano, Nerja. Live music by Miguel Gonzalez. €20 pp includes drinks. Bus service Nerja/Frigiliana €7
Res: 952 00 95 99 / 696 89 60 59
Cerveceria “Mis Tapitas” Live Music: Friday June 19th 8PM. Puente Don Manuel. FB link
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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;
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Storage of property and vehicles in UK and Spain;
Any jobs in Western Europe and Scandinavia considered; and,
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
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SPAIN: 0034 951 066 093
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SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades
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
For free consultation and estimate contact us on 622 938 440 Scott/Arenas
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Wanted: Electric gate repair. Our electric gate is behaving erratically. We need someone to look at it and repair it. Torrox Campo.
dowleys@hotmail.com. Ted / Margy 649425455
Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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For Sale: Traditional Dining table and 4 x chairs. In a used but use able condition. Ideal for refurbishment. €50 Danni alcaucín
WhatsApp 623011802
For Rent: In Benamargosa for long term rental. 500€/month, includes water, electricity until 50€. Deposit 500€. Furnished or unfurnished. Two bedrooms lovely house, middle of village.
The house is inhabited all year round, fully equipped. Smoking only permitted in the outside areas. This tradional Spanish village house is 70 years old and is located up a hill at the end of a very quiet street.
Due to the position it may not be suitable for people with physical disabilities due to the climbs and steps leading up to the house. However the climb up is worth it as this picturesque house with it stunning views has plenty of spacious rooms.
The peaceful and relaxed atmosphere and home-like decor makes you feel at ease, washing away all the stress and busyness of modern life.
The terrace has beautiful mountains and village views.
Benamargosa is situated within a pretty valley and surrounded by
Very well suited for athletic people who like self-catering and the peaceful life. Being close to nature is also a bonus of this house. Here the soul and mind can rest and living is simple and easy.
Comfortable, cozy stone house! The house is inhabited all year round so the outfit is better than normal in the rental properties.
House has gas stove,new washing machine and dishwasher. Pets allowed.
About Benamargosa- There are hairdressers, shops, banks (vending machines 2), several pubs and restaurants in the village. There is no nightclub in the village, its quiet after 23:00. Benamargosa is a tradional lively village located in the heart of the Vélez-Málaga region. Nearest bakery 100 meters, good self made bread six days a week.
Jaana Harju tel +358405821479
Janeharju@gmail.com
Wanted: Power Washer wanted for cleaning a large terrace.
I am near Comares but can collect from anywhere in the region
Tel: Roy 682 890 361 or email vel 360303 @ gmail.com Thanks
Recommendations & Requests
Towbars: Hi can anyone recommend a place where I can have a towbar fitted to a vehicle which complies fully with the law and ITV etc? Thanks, Andy, Nerja
andyjchapman 09 @ gmail.com no spaces.
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Costa del Sol to Bask in Scorching 35 Degree Heat Despite Yellow Alert Warning for Strong Winds: Malaga’s temperatures are expected to reach a stifling 34 degrees tomorrow (Tuesday) and 35 degrees on Wednesday. Similar temperatures are expected in the rest of the province, with Vélez-Málaga enjoying highs of 30 degrees and Antequera 33 degrees. Rhonda and Marbella, however, will enjoy slightly cooler temperatures of 27 and 26 degrees, respectively.
Malaga’s heat wave will last until Thursday, when temperatures are expected to fall around 9 degrees in the capital. However, they are forecast to creep up slightly over the weekend again, according to Aemet. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/15/spains-costa-del-sol-to-bask-in-scorching-35-degree-heat-despite-yellow-alert-warning-for-strong-winds/
Six deductions that you cannot forget when confirming your draft of the 2019/2020 Income:
1. Deductions for maternity and childcare.
2. Deductions for rent or purchase of habitual residence.
3. Deductions for donations.
4. Deduction for political affiliations.
5. Deduction for professional college fees.
6. Regional deductions. They are the great unknown as each autonomous community has assigned part of the income tax return. The regional deductions can mean significant savings of up to 1,000 euros on our invoice with the Treasury and mainly benefit families (deductions for birth, disability of children or ascendants, textbooks, language classes or nurseries), housing (rent for people under 35, reforms or sustainability) and investment in the autonomous community itself (companies, heritage, biosphere). English summary: https://spainsnews.com/six-deductions-that-you-cannot-forget-when-confirming-your-draft-of-the-2019-2020-income/
Full source article in Spanish: https://www.abc.es/economia/declaracion-renta/abci-seis-deducciones-no-puedes-olvidar-confirmar-borrador-renta-20192020-202006151342_noticia.html
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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
By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!
These banners do NOT indicate the business is open during the Alarm Period. They are simply promos like a roadside billboard. I see no reason to remove them. By now everyone should know non-essential travel is banned. Call Sponsors for their current status as most, but not all, must be closed. -Ed.
DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements. Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.
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The Parrot- Nerja, Plaza Tutti Frutti: ReOpening!
We are happy to announce that The Parrot will be back open on Friday the 19th of June!
We are back and with a new menu of our bespoke hand crafted cocktails.
Open at 11pm till 3/4. See you then!
(All measures to protect you and us from covid will be followed)
+34 699 59 78 80 FB link
Torrox Line 2 Bus Restarts: Starting next Monday June 15th, line 2 of the urban bus service NIETO Bus returns to circulation. Here are the updated tours and schedules (click poster or visit FB page). We have also updated the information with the detail of the stops and location. https://www.facebook.com/AytoTorrox/
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Malagalingo: This week TALK RADIO EUROPA (TRE radio) has broadcast an interview with our school Malagalingo in english language.
Do not miss it!!
You can listen to it in the link below. Visit our website for online class details. https://www.talkradioeurope.com/clients/malagalingo.mp3
Web: http://malagalingo.com/
Facebook: malagalingo
Email: malagalingo@gmail.com
Tel./Whats: + (34) 650 479 493
BluCee – Post full lockdown, we are now offering all previous services including property viewings and holiday rental services.
We are friendly, honest and offer a bespoke service for all your property needs.
Do you have a property that you would like to earn some extra income from in the next few months? If you do, we have professionals who are looking for longer term rentals. Especially on the coast from Rincon de la Victoria to Torre del Mar. We have the contacts, you have the property – list with us and we will work hard to make your property work for you!
Our offer is comprehensive, including all aspects of property management, one off or regular cleans, holiday changeovers and key holding.
Not only this but we can also fully manage your property, securing bookings, liaising with clients, arranging meet and greets, cleaning and laundry services.
In fact, we commit to do everything necessary to get your property rental-ready – guaranteed!
Thinking of selling your home? Lockdown has created some positives, one being lots of people have been stuck at home dreaming of their perfect place in the sun. We have a long list of clients looking to buy – list with us and we will work hard to sell your home!
For a no obligation discussion about your property please get in touch.
info@blucee.com
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria.
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 here every day.
CycleNerja: Bike rental and cycle hire in Nerja, Torrox & Frigiliana. Free Bike delivery and collection service is available anywhere in Nerja, Torrox & Frigiliana and the inland villages. Professional Carbon Race Bikes, 29er Mountain Bikes & Electric Mountain Bikes. Free delivery subject to a minimum rental value of 90,00 euros. Contact via https://cyclenerja.com/ Contact also located under our banner in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section every day.
Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivaled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
– Electrical works
– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor leveling
Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired https://www.facebook.com/hanningtons.kitchens.and.bathrooms/
Call us : 669 665 156
Email us : hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com
Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 30 years. Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos all the furniture was spray painted.
Call for advice WhatsApp 680739577
Email: amandajosiah@hotmail.com
My contact details can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of the issue.
Yoga Offered: International YOGA Day 2020
Do you pay regular visits to yourself ( Rumi ) – Start NOW
Sunday 21.06.2020, 09:30 h – 11:30 h
Ashtanga inspired Yoga Class 12€
“Campo Yoga” in the Casa Montealegre / Torrox
Due to safety measures limited places.
There’s nothing intelligent about not being happy! So let`s come together to celebrate the miracle of life and the gift of our existance through movement, breathwork, meditation and the inner state of gratitude.
I will be more than pleased if you contact me for further details and reservation.
Namaste
Anne / Torrox: anne-kathrin.ruth@gmx.ch or telephone 685 247 505
Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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For Sale, 3 items: -Nissan micra itv till October good little runner got some sun damage and some spanish kisses 800 euros plus buyer does transfer -Zanussi fridge freezer full working order €10 -Prima superser washing machine full working order 10€
located torrox park contact 00447895751550 Andy
For Sale, 3 items: -Double garden bench 10 euros
–Extendable table and 4 chairs good condition 25 euros -Coffee table good condition 5 euros
Jackie, contact 00447795751550 pick up Torrox park
For ‘Sail’: Cream 4×6 M rectangle sail for Sale.
Brand new, out of bag just long enough for me to realise it’s Metre’s not feet.
Cost €49.90 new will sell for €35 .
Can meet in Competa Area .
Please call Patricia, Competa on (34) 653 537 615 .
Wanted: Chop saw. Hi, I’m looking to buy a decent chop saw so if you have one that you no longer need please let me know.
Thanks Paul in Benajarafe. 622458469 or parby65@live.com
Wanted: Large DVD/CD Holder/Case/Storage as per photo.
Caleta De Velez can meet at the Vets or in Aldi Car Park
or could meet in Penocillo. Must have working zip.
Contact: madpip at hotmail. co. uk or call 952 550 942
Recommendations & Requests
Mercadona Shopping Trolleys: It’s a good idea. When you get to the till, turn the trolley around so it’s towards the previous customer and unload it from the narrow end. You do not have to pull it anywhere. George / Val, valblick AT hotmail D0T com, Torrox
Nuisance calls!: For the person who asked whether it is possible to Block nuisance calls here in Spain – I have a really cheap and effective way of blocking them! Just whistle down the phone as loud as you can – not very pleasant for the recipient but effective for us! I did that twice six months ago and haven’t been bothered since. Norma, Competa. grantserena AT gmail . com
DoctorLaptop’s Tips # 82: USB Printer is missing on Windows 10 version 1903 and later (with workaround). Some users report having problems with their printers after recent Windows 10 Updates were installed. Microsoft has acknowledged the bug. There is a workaround for the issue, and it is quite easy to apply. All that needs to be done is to connect the USB printer to the PC and power it on before you start your computer. If that is done, Windows will recognize the USB printer and printing functionality as well as other functionality provided by the printer is available during the session. Microsoft is working on a permanent fix for the issue and plans to release it as part of a future Windows 10 operating system update. Reference: https://www.ghacks.net/2020/06/10/usb-printer-is-missing-on-windows-10-version-1903-and-later-with-workaround/
News & Articles
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Mayors in Antequera area join forces against a”senseless” new bottling plant: The controversy over the new bottling plant in the Sierra de Camarolos is continuing. Earlier this week, mayors from the area met at the site to make a stand against the project and to demand that it is stopped. Full story: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202006/11/mayors-antequera-area-join-20200612100557-v.html
Spain’s government causes uncertainty as daily Covid-19 death toll is put ‘on hold’: For days now, Spain’s daily coronavirus death toll has been on hold, generating widespread uncertainty about the real state of the pandemic that has claimed more than 27,000 lives in the country.
The health ministry’s emergencies coordinator Fernando Simón, who for months has given a daily briefing on the pandemic’s evolution, acknowledged the “astonishment” and “confusion” generated by the figures.
On May 25th, the ministry changed its method of collecting data on confirmed cases and fatalities, initially giving a daily death toll of between 50 and 100.
But the figure then fell to fewer than five per day and on some days there were no deaths at all.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez even told parliament there had been “no deaths” for several days, prompting a backlash from the right and the far-right who have since accused him of hiding the real number of fatalities. Full story: https://www.thelocal.es/20200613/spains-government-causes-uncertainty-as-daily-covid-19-death-toll-is-put-on-hold
What Are IPTV Resellers and Why Has Reddit Just Banned Them, Twice?: While torrent-based piracy remains popular today, there is massive demand for unlicensed (illegal) IPTV providers that offer thousands of live TV channels and VOD packages. These illegal IPTV products are available for just a few dollars, euros or pounds per month from what appears to be thousands of suppliers. The truth, however, is that while there is a bewildering range of people willing to sell customers a subscription, most of these don’t run services of their own. Instead, they act as sellers or resellers of other entities’ products. Some of these are not even aware they are illegally reselling pirated content.
These individuals or groups sell IPTV subscriptions all over the Internet. They are often seen on Facebook pages, Twitter, or their very own websites. Until this week, hundreds were advertising subscriptions on Reddit via the appropriately named /r/iptvresellers sub-Reddit. However, that all came crashing down when Reddit’s admins banned the group for violating the site’s rules. Full story: https://torrentfreak.com/what-are-iptv-resellers-and-why-has-reddit-just-banned-them-twice-200614/
Spies Can Listen to Your Conversations by Watching a Light Bulb in the Room: You might not believe it, but it’s possible to spy on secret conversations happening in a room from a nearby remote location just by observing a light bulb hanging in there—visible from a window—and measuring the amount of light it emits. The technique for long-distance eavesdropping, called “Lamphone,” works by capturing minuscule sound waves optically through an electro-optical sensor directed at the bulb and using it to recover speech and recognize music. The new approach is effective from great distances — starting with at least 25 meters away from the target using a telescope and a $400 electro-optical sensor, and can further be amplified with high-range equipment. Full story: https://thehackernews.com/2020/06/lamphone-light-bulb-spy.html
Anger Grows At Lack of ERTE Payments After More than 2 Months: Day after day, with increasing frustration and discouragement, they call the phones of the Public State Employment Service (SEPE). “You are two months without income and that there is no human voice that responds to you …”. Day after day. No one picks up the phone,” criticizes Dioni Serrano, a journalist in an ERTE since the end of March and who has not yet received unemployment benefits. Like him, many others denounce the delay in the collection of their benefit and the lack of response from the public body, which has faced an unprecedented avalanche of unemployment claims as a result of the coronavirus crisis. Full story: https://spainsnews.com/i-have-been-in-an-erte-since-march-without-charging-anything-after-two-and-a-half-months-there-are-no-more-excuses/
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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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Brexit Hotline
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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
By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!
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Kitty Harri’s Sculpture Garden – Opening by appointment- June 21st: The Garden will be opening on Sunday June 21st, however with some limitations on numbers and, of course, distancing. Please note that for the time being the Garden may NOT BE OPEN regularly on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, as previously.
Please contact us to make an appointment and please accept our apologies if we have to limit the duration of your visit in order to permit others to enter, but this will be dependent on the level of enquiries.
Private visits on weekdays are encouraged as this will minimise interaction with others and you will likely have the Garden to yourselves.
For those who have forgotten about us through the recent ‘quiet period’, there are many, many sculptures by a wide variety of international artists set within a lush tropical garden and there is usually live Baroque Chamber Music to add to your enjoyment.
There are many places to sit, relax and appreciate the views inside and out.
Only 20 minutes from Almuñécar. Directions on the website.
We hope to see you again soon.
609 706 210/639 563 213
nick at kittyharri dot com ; www.kittyharri.com
Jete, Granada
Bioparc in Fuengirola: Now open, but it has considerably reduced the number of people allowed in at a time.
Even so, not all the animals were as pleased to see visitors again as Julieta. Species such as chimpanzees, orangutans, and other apes and primates at the Bioparc, tend to be more interested in what visitors are doing, while others such as Rokan, the male Sumatran tiger, didn’t seem nearly as happy about seeing new faces after so many weeks with no humans threatening his territory. https://www.bioparcfuengirola.es/ http://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/202006/11/julieta-pleased-visitors-again-20200612100529-v.html
Does anyone know for sure if Jack’s Bar in Torrox is still open?: Apparently, after posting this cryptic FB message, Jack’s Bar in Torrox Costa may have closed down. “We just want to say till we meet again it was a blast to the wonderful people we met and know to this day take care God bless we wish everyone the best in the future Regards jacks,” Jack’s FB post said. Which was soon followed by the message, “It ant over yet.” Confusing?
However their terrace has been cleared and their sign is down. A message sent to Jack’s asking for clarification went unanswered. Anyone know what the situation is?
A DEALZ store has opened in Nerja: The market has many food items marked down to €1.50. Located on Calle San Miguel. Dealz Spain belongs to the British company Poundland, the largest single price discount retail group in Europe. https://www.facebook.com/DealzEspana/
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Tony Roam Removals Departure and Arrival Dates:
Celebrating 15 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Scheduled and unscheduled all year every month on time.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose. Next Scheduled Trip Leaving UK June 28th Arrive Torrox Mid June 30th Next Scheduled Trip Leaving Spain July 10th Arrive UK July 12th
Removals & light haulage company that have scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back at approximately the same time every month. Also unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Full loads 20 cubic meters up to 3 tonne.
Full £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 / Portsmouth / Plymouth Ferry.
Also if you have small or large items that you might like to purchase off internet sites ie Amazon, furniture world, eBay etc. and have them delivered to our depot in the Uk collection or delivery can then be made here around Torrox area.
For more information and prices please visit our website www.euroam.co.uk
email: tonyroam@btconnect.com or email: euroam@btconnect.com
Tel Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
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Trained, Police Checked and Fully insured Home Care Support Team.
From “ a bit of shopping …to 24 hour care “
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Tel 951 550 581 or 692 419 548
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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For Sale: Smartphone. Xiaomi Mi 9T PRO 6gb ram 64 storage 4500 battery android 10 5 cameras i pop up selfie camera glacier blue excellent condition no scratches at all like new more info if asked for have box. in totally excellent condition €190 firm as of condition and time owned call Erika 635149472 Torrox
For Sale: Humax 22 Wide Digital TV. Good Condition. 25 Euro
Ken, Nerja, Supersol (old Bridge)
Phone/WhatsApp 654 728380;
kenseal at gmail dot com
Recommendations & Requests
Multifocal lens replacement surgery: Hi, has anyone had experience of surgery in Malaga Province for having multifocal lens replacement surgery? Was your experience good or bad and who performed the procedure and how was your follow-up care? I would be very interested to hear from you, please e.mail me at deb.1965@hotmail.com (Velez Malaga)
News & Articles
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Telephone appointments to continue at public health centres: A visit to the doctor at the local public health centre isn’t going be the same as it was before the pandemic. The Andalusian health service, SAS, has decided to keep in place the initial telephone filter when a patient requests an appointment. This was introduced during the coronavirus outbreak. Staff at the district health centres will be the ones to decide if a patient needs to physically come into the surgery or if a solution can be given over the phone. Source: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202006/11/telephone-appointments-continue-public-20200612100516-v.html
Episode of UK sitcom Fawlty Towers pulled over racist slurs: One of the most memorable episodes of one of the most popular British sitcoms of all-time has been withdrawn from a U.K. streaming service because of numerous racial slurs.
The removal of the “Don’t mention the war” episode by UKTV follows the decision by HBO Max to temporarily remove the 1939 civil war epic “Gone With The Wind” because of its “racial depictions.”
The BBC has also withdrawn its popular sketch show “Little Britain” because “times have changed” since the comedy first aired in the early 2000s. The series has come under fire because of the use of blackface in some sketches. Full story: https://apnews.com/1bb71fee8fcdc551af3da67e483d7df4
Spain’s Mercadona Adds New “Pull- Don’t Push” Rule to Shopping: The latest rule requires shopping trolleys “to be turned around – in reverse – at the till,” pulling it along behind you. “This measure will make it easier for customers to put their goods safely in the till area to be scanned by the cashier, whilst helping to maintain an adequate distance between the customer in front,” said Mercadona. (Sounds like a lot of bruised ankles to me. -Ed.) Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/12/spains-mercadona-adds-confusing-rule-to-shopping-list-to-help-customers-avoid-covid-19-risk/
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
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
By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!
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DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements. Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.
ATTENTION! New EU internet privacy laws are now in effect, known as the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)! I have to inform you that the DigameXtra archive saves follower’s email addresses in the WordPress server. By subscribing/following you implicitly accept this; if you make submissions you acknowledge that anyone can view old issues online and see your contact info as you provided and you accept this. If you don’t want me saving your email address do not subscribe/follow, you can unsubscribe and remove yourself from this list using the unsubscribe link at the bottom of every subscription issue. Takedown notices must include proof of ownership as well as the date and issue number of the DigameXtra issue containing the infringing content. These may be submitted to digamextra@protonmail.com. Proper takedown notices will be complied with immediately. All images have been copied from what I believe to be copyright free sources.
The content of this blog site comes from its subscribers/followers but is subject to editing and posting at the Editor’s discretion. The Editor is Naythan.
*Subscribe/follow to receive daily issues by email and gain submitting privileges. *By making a submission you are indicating you have read and agree to follow the rules at https://digamextra.com/about/ *The address for your submissions is digamextra@protonmail.com The Deadline is 6pm for the next day’s issue.
How to post more photos than the rules allow – use collages. You can combine several of your photos into a single collage photo by using this free (you need to provide email) online collage creation tool. It’s very easy to use, give it a try! https://www.fotor.com/create/collage/
When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). I suggest you check it daily.
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Torrox Markets: Starting next Monday June 15th we will reopen our Mondays markets again. They will have a special security device to monitor compliance with both positions and customers.
We have expanded the surface of both markets, both Torrox Almedina Square and Esperanto Avenue in Torrox Costa, so that almost 100 % of the posts can be reopened while maintaining the required distances.
Customers must go with a mask from home and there will be hydroalcoholic gel dispensers to ensure the disinfection of hands in the stalls, where there will be no more than two vendors, self service or food will not be allowed; also the payment with card is recommended and it is remembered that you have to respect the interpersonal distance of 2 meters. Source: FB link
Pablo Fugitivo at la Polivalente: Saturday 13 June, at 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
La Polivalente, Lagunillas 53, 29012 Málaga, Spain FB link
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-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- Now Open: Greek restaurant in Torrox Costa! Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialties. Our opening time is from 19:00, Tuesday thru Sunday. Monday closed. Also, you can enjoy our specialties in lunch time, between 13.00-15.00, by reservation only, on telephone number 642585049. 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! https://la-casita-griega.business.site/
Casa Magel:Hi Everyone! Good news! CasaMagel is now reopened.
Everything deep cleaned and following strict social distancing requirements.
We are offering the same great deals as before 55€ per night B&B, 2 night special which includes one evening 3-course meal for 2 including wine,120€ or our 3-night special evening meal with wine for 2 and tapas evening at a local bar or in house also for 2. 175€ extra nights are 55€.
Great outdoor space plenty of room to socially distance.
Good food, great hosts, amazing views, sparkling pool.
What is not to like.
Check out our website www.casamagel.com
Contact us on casamagel@yahoo.com or telephone 722879503.
Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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For Sale: La SuperCaja Verde.
Fresh Vegetables direct from local farms to your door for €8.
5kg box of seasonal vegetables, fresh that day.
Weekly boxes delivered free of charge locally in the Axarquia.
Boxes are filled with a carefully picked selection of vegetables, with at least 8 different varieties.
Every week is different! We will choose the best vegetables from those which the farmers are picking each week, so that the veggies arrive as fresh as possible.
Order your box: Telephone /WhatsApp: 644 16 35 02
For Sale: Free standing log burner, works really well warms up the place super quick €75
call Erika 635149472 Torrox
For Sale: -Job lot of DVDs. 27 Spanish dvd’s (can be viewed in English). Ranging from Shrek in 3D (includes 4 pairs of 3D glasses). The Golden Girls first complete series, 4 discs. The Ropers complete collection 11 dvds. Man about the house 12 dvds. The Italian Job (1969 version) still in wrapper unopened. The birds (Alfred Hitchcock) and more.
English dvds movies, tv and music 41 in total. Ranging from great English comedy, the catherine tate show series 1 & 2. Gimme gimme gimme series 2 & 3. Little Britain series 1 & 2. Joey complete first series. Peter Kay, Pam Ann, Alan Carr and more….
Music: Abba the definitive collection 35 tracks. Celine Dion a decade of song and video. Westlife Unbreakable the greatest hits volume 1.
Movies including, mama mia, dirty dancing, priscilla, muriels wedding, shall we dance, little voice, marley and me and many more.
Reduced to 15.00€ ono for all these dvds. Can deliver within reason. More pics on request.
Mark Torrox. 617 820 002. (Also on whatsapp).
For Sale: Under counter fridge in excellent condition and full working order. Made by Proline, UK plug and with original manual. €30. Contact Sarah in Vinuela on dustersdm@yahoo.co.uk
For Rent: Garage and Store Room -Store room for rent in Nerja, 2 meters x 1,50 meters for 40 euros month. Has capacity for boxes and some chairs, table or desk. -Garage in Avenida Chimenea Area, 14,50 square meters for 70 euros month.
My name is Silvia, contact tel 641896406 and
contact email; silvia_d40 at hotmail.com
For Rent: Private Country House for long term rental 500e
Situated just outside the Village of Los Romanes, (next to Lake Vinuela), the House sits at the end of its own 300 metre concrete drive.
The property consists of:
A large front terrace with covered pergola, (walled and fenced) See the Photos on the screen.
A seperate bathroom, complete with newly tiled floor it has a bath/shower, wash hand basin, toilet, water heater and plumbing for a washing machine.
A viewing platform above the bathroom gives almost 360 degree views of the mountains and terrain.
From the front terrace there are steps down to the lower terrace with 3rd bedroom and workshop/storeroom (fenced)
To the front of this is a terraced garden area.
Entering the house is a large kitchen/diner, with wood stove, cooker, fridge sink ect.
Bedroom 2 is suitable for 2 singles or a double bed.
The lounge is again large, on two levels, with the main bedroom leading off from this.
Bedroom 1 is large and facing to the rear of the house. Paul Dobson chicken.paul@hotmail.com ; 636857697
Wanted: Tiles. Has anybody got these tiles, I need 4 square meters. They measure 33 cm x 33 cm. I’m in Benajarafe but would go far for them!
Bruce 633457509 ; bruceperry65@hotmail.com
Recommendations & Requests
Blocking land codes on telephone landlines: Does anyone know of a telephone company, which offers the possibility to block calls from certain countries? My landline is being pestered by spam calls from apparent English phone numbers (“Microsoft calls”).
Birgit, Cómpeta
birgit dot fastrup at gmail dot com
Yoga classes: Can any Digamite possibly guide me towards English speaking Yoga classes? John, Benajarafe
Johnnerding@lawyerdotcom.
News & Articles
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Please be careful about believing crisis info posts on Fakebook, Social Media and even mainline news sources:There are tons of hoaxes circulating. If there is no verifiable source provided with the info, while it may contain some degree of truth (as do all good lies) you should always have a healthy degree of scepticism. -Ed.
Covid-19 Statistic Confusion: To avoid confusion from conflicting statistics sources, and so you get the freshest, most accurate data, I am now providing only the links to the Official Spanish sources, and for World statistics Worldometers.com and Financial Times. Just click the link to view the latest info. Full story about the reporting confusion: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/05/22/coronavirus-spain-22-may/
Government Tells Brits Not to Take Hand Luggage on Flights: The UK government has released new guidance this morning for Brits looking to travel abroad in the coming months, which advises all travellers should wear masks and check in suitcases.
The new rules will mean that passengers will not be allowed to take hand luggage on board their flight. Most airlines charge additional fees for putting luggage in the hold. At this point in time, it is unclear whether these fees will be waived. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/11/breaking-government-tells-brits-not-to-take-hand-luggage-on-flights/
Ryanair will resume flights to and from Andalucian airports in Spain from July 1: Ryanair’s summer 2020 calendar in Andalucia will operate 43 routes to Sevilla, 69 routes to Malaga, five routes to Almeria and two routes to Jerez. Some of the connections will be available from June 21. If you have prepaid reservations from before the lockdown be sure to confirm these, do not rely on the airlines to correctly update their records or you may risk disappointment. Full story: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/11/breaking-news-ryanair-will-resume-flights-to-and-from-andalucian-airports-in-spain-from-july-1/
Spanish Police Shut Down Pirate IPTV Operation With Two Million Subscribers: With help from Europol and law enforcement in Canada, the US and several European countries, 11 suspects were arrested. The authorities also confiscated property worth nearly €5 million while another €1.1 in bank assets were frozen.
In recent years, unlicensed TV subscriptions have been flourishing, with hundreds of vendors offering virtually any channel imaginable for a small monthly fee.
This is seen as a major threat by copyright holders and law enforcement authorities are also taking the matter seriously. That became apparent again today, as law enforcement authorities announced one of the largest IPTV busts in history.
In an operation led by Spain’s National Police, law enforcement agencies across Europe claim to have “switched off” a massive pirate IPTV operation. The investigation, which started last year, resulted in 15 house searches and 11 people – including the suspected leader – were arrested.
As is often the case, authorities haven’t named the prime suspects or connected services.
With many IPTV services using similar names things can get confusing but Rapid IPTV is certainly a large player. Also, several of Rapid IPTV’s services were indeed shut off about a week ago when the raids were carried out. Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/police-shut-down-pirate-iptv-operation-with-2-million-subscribers-200610/
Microsoft & Amazon Help Rioters Avoid Identification, ban police face recognition tools sales as Big Tech reacts to protests: The announcement came a day after rival Amazon.com Inc declared it was pausing police use of its “Rekognition” service for a year, while International Business Machines Corp also said this week it no longer is generally offering the software and that technology should not promote racial injustice. (So now capturing arsonists and looters is “racial injustice”? These tech companies are not nearly as generous if they think you are pirating their software! -Ed.)
Full story: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-microsoft-facial-recognition/microsoft-bans-police-face-recognition-sales-as-big-tech-reacts-to-protests-idUSKBN23I2T6
Statues fall as UK reexamines its past: EDWARD COLSTON- The toppling of a statue of the 17th-century slave trader in the port city of Bristol on Sunday reignited debate in Britain about who deserves a permanent public memorial. HENRY DUNDAS- Campaigners want his statue removed from atop its column in Edinburgh’s St. Andrew Square. There are also calls to rename Dundas Street, a major thoroughfare in the Canadian city of Toronto. The late 18th-century Scottish politician was responsible for delaying Britain’s abolition of the slave trade by 15 years until 1807. ROBERT MILLIGAN- Authorities in London this week removed a statue of Milligan, an 18th-century merchant, who owned two sugar plantations in Jamaica with more than 500 slaves, from its perch in the city’s docklands. ROBERT BADEN-POWELL- Officials plan to remove a statue of the founder of the Scouts movement from the quayside in Poole, southern England, out of concern it may be a target for protesters. Like many Englishmen of his time, Baden-Powell held racist views. He also expressed admiration for Adolf Hitler. WILLIAM GLADSTONE- Some have called for the removal of statues of, the reforming 19th-century prime minister whose father was one of the biggest slave-owners in the British West Indies.
Reference: https://apnews.com/7cc718eeb60c30b117c76383319151cf
EU urges states to reopen domestic borders from Monday: The European Union on Thursday urged all it’s member countries to start lifting travel restrictions on their common borders from next week, saying that the closures they introduced to tackle the coronavirus do little to limit its spread.
The EU’s executive arm, the European Commission, wants Europe’s ID check-free travel area to be up and running again by the end of June. Once that has happened, a ban on nonessential travel to the continent can also gradually be eased. Full story: https://apnews.com/e14ee85901a1eeb26ef1b5d1bb46cae4
This is the Marko System, the Spanish proposal for the new normality to be installed in festivals: Josan Serrano, founding partner and director of Montgorock Xàbia Festival, which a few weeks ago, in the midst of chaos, presented the Marko System, a new festival format divided by 150-square-meter plots with capacity for 50 people seeking institutional endorsement.
Serrano has patented a structure that would have access temperature controls, an individual cleaning and disinfection system, and access control by plots. The toilets would be placed in a row on both sides of the enclosure and each area would be assigned a number of services. In addition, a shared bar service would be offered every four plots without physical contact with the other spaces. And to reduce the risk, its author assures that even the drinks would be covered “as in Starbucks”. Full story: https://spainsnews.com/this-is-the-marko-system-the-spanish-proposal-for-the-new-normality-to-be-installed-in-festivals-blog-miss-festivals/
Stocks suffer their worst day since March, with the Dow plunging more than 1,800 points: The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 1,861.82 points, or 6.9%, to close at 25,128.17. The S&P 500 slid 5.9% to 3,002.10 while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 5.3%. to end the day at 9,492.73. The major averages posted their worst day since March 16, when they all dropped more than 11%. The S&P 500 also logged in its first three-day losing streak since early March. Reference: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/10/stock-market-futures-open-to-close-news.html
Nigel Farage Resigns From Radio Show After Comparing Statue Destroyers to Taliban: Farage has been a vocal critic of the recent Black Lives Matter protests and sources at the station pointed to internal fury over his comments earlier this week comparing protesters who destroyed the statue of Edward Colston in Bristol to the “Taliban”. Full story: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2020/jun/11/nigel-farage-to-leave-radio-station-lbc-with-immediate-effect
Quantum ‘fifth state of matter’ observed in space for first time: Scientists have observed the fifth state of matter in space for the first time, offering unprecedented insight that could help solve some of the quantum universe’s most intractable conundrums, research showed Thursday. Bose-Einstein condensates (BECs) — the existence of which was predicted by Albert Einstein and Indian mathematician Satyendra Nath Bose almost a century ago — are formed when atoms of certain elements are cooled to near absolute zero (0 Kelvin, minus 273.15 Celsius). On Thursday a team of NASA scientists unveiled the first results from BEC experiments aboard the International Space Station, where particles can be manipulated free from Earthly constraints. Full story: https://www.spacedaily.com/afp/200611090324.f35eunqb.html
The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator for those requiring further information or with a specific query not dealt with by the automated options. Source: https://www.thelocal.es/20200218/spain-launches-dedicated-brexit-hotline
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