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August: Monday August 15th (public holiday, Assumption of Mary)
Sept: Saturday 3rd, Monday 19th
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Phoenix Club: Our social club is fully open so do pop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs at various prices.
***Trips***
August
– 15th – Evening trip for the Fireworks in Almunecar €12pp with pick ups at the A1 Garden Centre, Torre bus station, Aldi Caleta, Algarrobo Lidl, BP Garage Torrox and Maro – still a few places left.
September
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30. We have a few seats still available.
– 16th – Castellar de la Frontera & Zoo. Price €40pp and includes coach fare, tips and entry ticket. A fantastic zoo that has a great programme on releasing endangered species back into the wild. A real fun day out.
October
– 7th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
– 19- 23rd – 5 day trip to Mojacar, staying in a 4* hotel on a half board basis. Price includes hotel accommodation, coach fare, tips and 2 trips, one to the historic city of Cartagena and second – a visit to the Crystal Caves at Pulpi. €260pp based on 2 sharing a double room.
For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695, or email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information or check out our FB page

Bio Beach Restaurant in El Morche:
– Did you know that Pesto is thought to have two predecessors in ancient times, going back as far as the Roman age? The ancient Romans used to eat a similar paste called moretum, which was made by crushing garlic, salt, cheese, herbs, olive oil, and vinegar (and sometimes pine nuts) together. During the Middle Ages, a popular sauce in the Genoan cuisine was agliata, which was basically a mash of garlic and walnuts, as garlic was a staple in the nutrition of Ligurians, especially for the seafarers. And were you aware that Spain has Romesco? It is a red paste of romesco chile peppers processed with tomatoes, sweet red peppers, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil. France is famous for its Pistou (from Provence), a combination of basil, parsley, crushed garlic, and grated cheese. Pistou is used as an accompaniment to soupe au pistou, a hearty vegetable soup not unlike the Italian minestrone soup. And you can find a type of Pesto in Peru! Theirs is enhanced by the inclusion of spinach. They may use vegetable oil instead of olive oil and other nuts. However, you do not have to travel the world for an exquisitely satisfying PESTO. The Bio Beach Restaurant offers you several dishes featuring their homemade version of this green delight! My favorites are the Pesto Tostadas! Try some, I bet you’ll go back for more!
– The Bio Beach lectures will start again on the second Wednesday in September, on the 14th at 11am. We have an exciting program planned for you delivered by Louis C., a U3A member who is a Chef. He’ll bring you a fascinating lecture entitled: “Let’s Talk Rice” which will include its history, various types of rice, traditional ways of preparing this staple food for various cultures, etc… Some recipes will be made available. These U3A programmes are free, just order refreshments. We belong to U3A, (http://www.u3aaxarquia.com/) and these social, educational, and stimulating mornings are presented in an effort to attract more members. Bio Beach Restaurant is located on the El Morche beachfront promenade (right behind the church). We look forward to seeing you there! For more info contact norma2kk@aol.com

Madinat Balish Theatrical Tour (In English): Thursday 18th Aug. 20:30 Departure from: Plaza de la Constitución (Vélez-Málaga)
Travel in time to the Andalusi past of Vélez-Málaga and interact with its historical characters as you visit its monuments and walk through the medieval town! 13 euros (early booking) / 15 euros (same day) Under 17 years: 5€ / Under 12 years: free (accompanied)
If you wish to join the Tour, please contact us. Contact info on FB page.
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‘Juan Breva’ Flamenco Festival in Vélez-Málaga:
It will take place in the Auditorium Cerro de San Cristóbal on 13 August, at 22:30 hours, with free admission until full capacity is reached. Duquende, María Terremoto and Rafa Ramírez will perform.

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Tango lessons: Wednesday 19.30 hs.
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For Sale: Cristal Exposition Presentation shelf. Perfect for Presentation, good condition. 40x40cm each piece, build what you want. Price: 30€ ONO
Call Svend; 606423869, Torrox

FREE: Teaching Spanish? I used to teach Spanish to my friends years ago. Clogging my cupboard are a couple of large files, full of the documents I used. Would anyone be interested in collecting them before I put them in the bin? No charge but you collect.
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Wanted: Car. Looking for a small to medium size car must be in good condition with reasonable mileage, service history.
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Fish Bait: Hi, Any fishing people know of any place in the Torre del Mar area that sell live maggots for fishing, tel 679598264
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MALAGA

Water Shortage Malaga: {Translation} The La Viñuela reservoir is already below 12.5% of its capacity.
– The six reservoirs in Malaga closed the week at 45% of their capacity, with 278 cubic hectometres, which represents a decrease of almost 6 hectometres in the last seven days. They store a total of 16 hectometres less than those recorded just a year ago.
– The largest reservoir in the province, that of La Viñuela, the main supplier of drinking water in the Axarquia region, continues to shrink, as a result of a drier than usual hydrological year that has also considerably reduced the levels of wells and springs that feed the inland regions. The La Viñuela reservoir is currently at 12.44% of its capacity, with just 20.44 cubic hectometres of the 164 that it can accumulate, which is almost half of what it stored at this time last year (43.85 hm3). One has to go back to October 2008 to find such worrying figures. On that date it reached an all-time low, and was at only 9% of its capacity.
– This reservoir, built on almost 6 kilometres of the river Guaro, collects water from a dozen other tributaries. These include the Benamargosa, Alcaucín and Granados rivers. It was created over an area of more than 500 hectares. It is almost 100 metres deep and 60% of its water is used for agricultural purposes. It was inaugurated 36 years ago and was completely filled for the first time in 1998.
– By contrast, the reservoir that accumulates the most water is the Guadalteba, at 67%, with 103 cubic hectometres available out of a total capacity of 153.
– The Guadalhorce stands at 35% of its capacity, with 44 hectometres, and the Conde del Guadalhorce, with another 38 hectometres, stands at 57%.
– As for the other two reservoirs – together with those of the Guadalhorce system – which supply the city of Malaga: Casasola and Limonero, they are at half their storage capacity, at 54% and 47%, respectively, and maintain a little over 40 cubic hectometres in total.
– According to data from Red Hidrosur, the reservoir in the province of Malaga whose level has dropped the most this week has been the La Concepción reservoir, which supplies the Western Costa del Sol. With a consumption of almost two hectometres in seven days, it has remained at 78.77% of its possibilities, with 48 cubic hectometres stored, five less than just a year ago. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-pantano-de-la-vinuela-se-encuentra-ya-al-12-de-capacidad/

UK

‘Don’t Pay UK’ campaign urging households not to pay energy bills as price cap set to rise 70%:
– Don’t Pay UK is calling for action against rising energy bills after the price cap is set to rise to a staggering £3,359 per year from October for the average household. This comes as inflation is forecasted to hit 13 per cent in a matter of months – it’s currently sitting at 9.4 per cent, the highest it’s been in 40 years.
– Cornwall Insight, one of the country’s most respected energy consultancies, said bills will hit a staggering £3,359 per year from October for the average household and then rise again to £3,615. However, some experts warn it could go higher, as much as £3,994 in January, according to Energy consultancy Auxilione.
– It was reported earlier this week that BP’s second-quarter profits trippled to £7 billion as oil and gas prices surge.
– In the wake of this news, and taking into account the toll the rising cost of living is taking on millions of Brits, Don’t Pay UK is aiming to get one million households to pledge to not pay their bills in an attempt to force energy companies to reduce bills.
– The same tactic, to what the campaign is suggesting, was brought into action in the late 1980s and ’90s to fight against the poll tax brought in by PM Margaret Thatcher. In protest, 17 million people refused to pay. Don’t Pay UK argued that even a fraction of the million they want to stop paying their bills, then it would still be enough for companies to head to the negotiating table.
Full article: https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/news/dont-pay-uk-campaign-urging-24685450

RECALLS

Worldwide BMW Recall for Some Models of Their Electric Cars Due to Fire Risk- “Don’t drive or charge them, park them away from any buildings.”:
– Germany luxury carmaker BMW has issued a recall notice for a number of electric vehicles the automobile manufacturer built between 2021 and 2022
– The voluntary recall was in response to battery defects in a number of BMW manufactured electric vehicles built between November 22, 2021, and June 30, 2022, the notice said.
– Around 83 units of 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40 and i4 M50 vehicles are estimated to be affected by the defect, which comes with the risk of an electrical short-circuit that could trigger a fire.
– BMW advised vehicle owners not to drive or charge the vehicles that were facing the defect. Owners were also told to park their vehicles outside and away from buildings until the repairs are completed. “Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge,” BMW said. The company said that notification letters are expected to be mailed to owners Sept. 19. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
– This is the second recall in two months for the i4 and iX after BMW called the EVs in for a potential software glitch in the driver’s display when the vehicles were put into Valet Mode.
See official recall notice: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2022/RCLRPT-22V541-1655.PDF
Website to check any vehicle for all recalls:
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Reference article: https://uk.motor1.com/news/601825/bmw-recalls-i4-ix-electric-vehicles-fire-risk/

TECH

LaLiga & Movistar Will Block Spanish IPTV Pirates, No Court Process Needed: Top-tier football league LaLiga and subscription TV platform Movistar Plus+ have won a joint lawsuit in Spain that allows them to block IPTV services until 2025 without needing permission from the courts. A second lawsuit won by Movistar Plus+ allows the TV platform to advise local ISPs of piracy-facilitating sites on a weekly basis and have them blocked within three hours. Once new URLs, domains, and IP addresses of pirate services are identified as infringers of the companies’ rights, blocking of the same will take place on a weekly basis, with no need to identify the Court in advance.
– “The blockade must be carried out within a maximum period of three hours from the notification of new list,” Telefónica explains, adding that the list does not need to be approved by the court and covers all Movistar Plus+ content, not just football matches. One Spanish telecoms company that won’t mind helping out Movistar Plus+ is Orange España. While it directly competes with Movistar, the telecoms company also owned by Telefónica.
– What Could Possibly Be Driving People to IPTV Piracy?
The announcement comes on the heels of a new Uswitch report revealing that Premier League fans in the UK will need to dig deep if they want to enjoy the new season on TV. After subscribing to Sky Sports, BT Sport and Amazon Prime Video to gain access to all televised matches (but not all matches played), the average cost to a fan watching all of their team’s games will be £21.93 per match. “However, fans of Bournemouth, Fulham and Nottingham Forest – the three promoted sides – will be paying £35.67 per game to watch their favorite club, based on how often each team’s games are televised,” Uswitch added.
– For perspective, users of pirate IPTV services in the UK and Spain will probably pay less than £10/€10 per month for several thousand channels, including every match and event offered by Premier League, LaLiga, Serie A, NHL, NBA, and UFC. Plus every movie and TV show, including everything Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video has to offer. Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/laliga-movistar-will-block-iptv-pirates-no-court-process-needed-220805/

Twitter Scandal- Hackers Exploit Twitter Vulnerability to Expose/Sell 5.4 Million User Accounts Info, While Twitter Itself Used Confidential Information Account Holders Provided for Security Verification for Advertising Purposes Without Their Consent For Over 5 Years: Twitter on Friday revealed that a now-patched zero-day bug was used to link phone numbers and emails to user accounts on the social media platform. “As a result of the vulnerability, if someone submitted an email address or phone number to Twitter’s systems, Twitter’s systems would tell the person what Twitter account the submitted email addresses or phone number was associated with, if any,” the company said in an advisory. No passwords were exposed as a result of the incident.
– Although Twitter didn’t reveal the exact number of impacted users, the forum post made by the threat actor shows that the flaw was exploited to compile a list containing allegedly over 5.48 million user account profiles. Restore Privacy, which disclosed the breach late last month, said the database was being sold for $30,000.
– The development comes as Twitter, in May, agreed to pay a $150 million fine to settle a complaint from the U.S. Justice Department that alleged the company between 2014 and 2019 used information account holders provided for security verification for advertising purposes without their consent. Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2022/08/hackers-exploit-twitter-vulnerability.html

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Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
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Weekly Markets
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Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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DigameXtra No. 2329 – WEEKEND EDITION- Saturday, August 6th, 2022

On August 6, 2022August 6, 2022 By Naythan

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Trapiche Market is CLOSED for the summer holidays:
Next market is Tuesday 6th September 2022 from 09:30 hrs -13:30 hrs every Tuesday.
We wish you all a fantastic summer and hope to see you all in September.
You can still contact our stall holders via our Facebook page.
If you would like a stall for September please contact Anita. We have space for second hand stalls, a hair dresser, a nail technician, craft stalls and more!
Please view our Facebook page, it is updated weekly with photos, contact details of stall holders and items for sale and services on offer.
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Alpujarra Traditional Music Festival: Sunday, August 14 in Dalías.
Central Programme of the XXXIX Festival de Música Tradicional de la Alpujarra
10:00 Opening of the Festival
10:15 a.m. Performance of traditional music groups
12:00 Greeting of the Authorities
12:15 Performance of traditional music groups
13:00 Dedication of the Festival
13:15 Performance of traditional music groups
13:45 Twinning act with the Parapanda Folk Festival
14:00 Election of the venue for the XXXXI edition of the Festival
17:00 Performance of traditional music groups
20:30 Tribute from Dalías Town Hall
22:00 Prize-giving ceremony
“This year the festival is going to be something more than a single day of music and dance. In the days before we will be able to visit exhibitions, to view screenings and participate in meetings and workshops,” added the mayor, “They will also have many other local products at their disposal at the Alpujarra Artisans and Producers Fair, which will have more than twenty stands of crafts, traditional sweets, wines, hams, cheeses, oil and sausages that will be set up around the festival, in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento de Dalías.” Source: https://www.granadadigital.es/patrimonio-identidad-cultura-unen-festival-musica-tradicional-alpujarra/ And VIDEO LINK

Cómpeta Night of Wine- 1,000 liters of muscatel and migas with cod and pipirrana to accompany them: August 15th
– The Fiesta begins with the traditional grape treading by José Manuel Borrego, better known as Tete, in the Plaza de la Vendimia. This will be followed by an act of homage to our elders.
– Afterwards, the popular fandangos of Cómpeta will be played and verdiales bands from other neighbouring municipalities will play. There will be tastings of migas with cod, pipiarrana and 1,000 litres of wine will be distributed. There will also be live music and DJs.
– At night, the party moves to the Almijara square, where the opening speech will be given by the journalist from La Opinión de Málaga, Fran Extremera. It will take place at 22.00 hours.
Source: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/competa-recupera-la-noche-del-vino-repartiendo-1-000-litros-de-moscatel-y-migas-con-bacalao-y-pipirrana-para-acompanarlos/

CANCELLED– Rincón de la Victoria to cancel the Festival Holi Colours scheduled for August 20:
– The organization has decided to suspend the event that could not be staged normally due to the current circumstances of drought. The Department of Youth of the Municipality of Rincón de la Victoria and the organisers have announced the cancellation of the Festival Holi Colours 2022 scheduled for next August 20.
– The organization will proceed to the refund of tickets for people who request it through the e-mail address: ventasholicoloursoficial@gmail.com
Purchased tickets will also be valid for the next edition which is already planned for 2023. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-cancela-el-festival-holi-colours/

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Malagalingo Spanish School- Torrox Costa:
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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre
– Solid natural top coffee table with stud detail color yute with black wrought iron decor Waxed Measurements 60 x 60 x 46cms Price 75€
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For Sale, as a lot:
7 x glazed and 10 x terracotta pots; various sizes. 25€
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Wanted: Long Term Rental Torrox El Campo. Responsible, mature and quiet Scandinavian woman looking for independent “smaller” Country House near the village of Torrox with mountain/sea views and nice outdoor space. Looking for “permanent” (years) home. ES resident, non smoker and no pets.
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COVID & MONKEYPOX

Covid Andalucia- Andalusia has 72 Covid deaths, the highest number since March 2021: {Translation} 05 Aug, 2022 14:44h
– Andalusia has registered a total of 2,402 new cases of coronavirus since last Tuesday, more than the number of positive cases registered in the last report (2,142). Of the new infections, 1,338 have occurred in people over 60. These data bring the total number of people infected in Andalusia since the start of the pandemic to 1,587,643.
– The number of deaths has risen by 72, the highest figure since March 2021, to 14,805.
– This was stated by the Regional Ministry of Health and Consumer Affairs in the Covid-19 communiqué released on Friday, which also indicated that Andalusia has recorded 39 fewer hospital admissions than last Tuesday, bringing the figure to 516, while admissions to intensive care units have fallen by one to 25.
– Regarding the current average incidence of infection in Andalusia in the last 14 days in people over 60 years of age, it has fallen to 226.64 points per 100,000 inhabitants, 32.84 points less than four days ago.
– By provinces, in Almeria there are 27 hospitalisations, of which 2 are in the ICU; Cadiz has 58 hospitalisations, of which 6 in the ICU, Cordoba 52, of which 1 in the ICU, and Granada 53, 3 in the ICU. In Huelva there are 54 people hospitalised, 2 of them in ICU; in Jaen 55, 3 in ICU; Malaga 107, of which 5 in ICU, and Seville 110, 3 in ICU. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/coronavirus-Andalucia-balance-5-agosto-2022_0_1708330002.html

Monkeypox Andalucia- Active cases of monkeypox in Andalusia rise to 356, with 90 more under investigation: {Translation} 05 Aug, 2022 14:40h
– Andalusia maintains, for the moment, a total of 356 active cases of monkeypox, which means 22 more than last Tuesday, and has another 90 cases under investigation.
– This was indicated by the Ministry of Health and Consumer Affairs in a statement released on Friday, in which it specifies that the province with the most cases is Malaga, with a total of 139, followed by Seville with 106; Cadiz, with 54; Cordoba, with 21; Granada, with 16; 16 in Huelva, two in Jaen and two in Almeria.
– In addition, there are 272 discarded cases that have been declared to the Andalusian Epidemiological Surveillance System Network (SVEA), while 267 previously confirmed cases are already inactive.
– The Ministry of Health confirmed last Saturday the first death in Andalusia, specifically a 31-year-old man in the Reina Sofia Hospital in Cordoba, due to meningoencephalitis, whose case is being studied for its association with monkeypox infection (monkeypox, MPX). Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/Aumentan-casos-activos-viruela-mono-Andalucia_0_1708329957.html

SPAIN

Submission Chemistry or Culture Clash Attempt to Intimidate Women In Public?- Dept. of Interior works to clarify if the ‘punctures’ seek chemical submission or to intimidate women: {Translation} 5 Aug 2022
– The Minister of the Interior, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, said Friday that they are still working to determine what is behind the wave of ‘pricks’ in nightlife venues that has intensified this July, all to clarify whether these practices seek chemical submission or “intimidate” women to drive them out of public spaces.
– “It is necessary to determine whether there is a traditional chemical submission with the aim of subduing the will of a person who commits this crime, or whether there is another intention behind it, such as trying to convey a security situation as a way of intimidating a group with this sexist discourse of trying to remove women from public spaces”, he explained.
– In an interview on TVE, picked up by Europa Press, the Interior Minister said that there are a total of 60 complaints throughout Spain and that, given this increase, they are working on an individualised study to clarify whether these incidents are attributed to chemical submission.
REPORTING AND GOING TO A HEALTH CENTRE
– The minister pointed out that there is a protocol for cases of chemical submission and that this is an issue on which they have been working “for a long time”. For this specific case, he also specified that they are working in coordination with all the regional police forces and also with local police forces. Finally, he stressed the importance of reporting these criminal acts and going as soon as possible to a health care centre for analysis in the shortest possible time. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-interior-trabaja-esclarecer-si-pinchazos-buscan-sumision-quimica-amedrentar-mujeres-20220805112741.html

ANDALUCIA

New Telephone Scam- The Police register 15 complaints of telephone fraud in Almería, Granada, Jaén and Málaga:
{Translation, summary} 05/08/2022 14:14
– The National Police has warned of a new type of telephone scam after registering 15 complaints from victims in the provinces of Almeria, Granada, Jaen and Malaga in which an alleged operator asks users for their passwords to access the digital portal of online banking to cancel a supposed intrusion when, in reality, they are seeking to obtain a financial benefit without the consent of the victims.
– The victims receive a call from a telephone number with a prefix in the province of Malaga, in which an operator alerts her clients about several attempts to access their bank accounts or ‘app’, and at the same time, they are asked for the access codes to Unicaja’s digital portal, in order to supposedly cancel this intrusion.
– The National Police have clarified that these calls are not issued from Unicaja, nor from any company collaborating with this bank, but are most likely being made through programmes designed to defraud the bank’s customers.
– Likewise, in other cases whose mechanics are similar when it comes to setting up the scam, the previous contact comes via SMS, and is framed within Unicaja’s messaging channel. All the fraudulent SMS are characterised by the fact that they include a link to a fake website that impersonates Unicaja Banco’s Digital Banking and show URLs with domains containing the word ‘unicaja, unicajabanco’.
– The police have insisted that banks will never ask their customers for their card details, personal details, or digital banking keys and passwords, by means of oral or written communications.
Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1067746/la-policia-registra-15-denuncias-de-estafa-telefonica-en-almeria-granada-jaen-y-malaga/

ENERGY CRISIS

Spain’s Government clarifies its savings plan and lowers the air conditioning limit in bars and shops to 25 degrees:
– The Minister for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, Teresa Ribera, has specified that bars and restaurants can limit the use of air conditioning to “around 25 degrees”, taking into account the recommendations of labor legislation, compared to 27 degrees contemplated by the royal decree on energy saving and efficiency measures approved by the Government.
– “You cannot ask workers who are in conditions of important physical exercise not to have the conditions that labor law guarantees with respect to the maximum and minimum temperatures,” Ribera assured in statements to Onda Cero collected by Europa Press. For this reason, businesses and establishments must justify when they do not apply the temperature limit in the thermostat, a flexibility incorporated in the decree law to protect the occupational health rights of their workers. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/the-government-clarifies-its-savings-plan-and-lowers-the-air-conditioning-limit-in-bars-and-shops-to-25-degrees/

CLIMATE CHANGE

Start Of England’s River Thames Dries Up For First Time—Latest Iconic Waterway Hit By Droughts And Heat Waves:
– The head of England’s River Thames dried up Thursday for the first time ever as record heat and droughts take their toll on major rivers and bodies of water around the world. (See pic)
– The source of the Thames moved more than two miles downstream, The Guardian reported, as portions of England’s iconic river dried, following an extreme July heat wave that set record highs across Europe.
– Water levels in Italy’s Po River, meanwhile, hit a record low in the wake of the country’s worst drought in 70 years, accelerated by abnormally high temperatures, as Italy’s government declared a state of emergency in what former Prime Minister Mario Draghi called the “most serious water crisis” in seven decades.
– In the United States, scientists in Albuquerque rushed to save minnows as the northern stretch of the Rio Grande was reduced into a shallow stream.
– Droughts in the western United States have also brought Nevada’s Lake Mead and Utah’s Lake Powell to record lows, threatening to stunt hydroelectric energy production. A 22-year drought has exposed more than 700 square miles of Great Salt Lake, reducing fish and migratory bird habitat and releasing toxic dust into the air around Salt Lake City. Full article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianbushard/2022/08/04/start-of-englands-river-thames-dries-up-for-first-time-latest-iconic-waterway-hit-by-droughts-and-heat-waves/

Low water levels mean Rhine is days from being shut for cargo:
Germany’s Rhine, one of Europe’s key waterways, is just days away from being closed to commercial traffic because of very low levels caused by drought, authorities and industry have warned. Its dangerously low levels recall the drought that shut it down for around six months in 2018. Crucially, the impending crisis could lead energy companies to cut their output, one of the country’s biggest gas companies has said. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/aug/05/rhine-low-water-levels-shut-cargo

TRAVEL NEWS

New Sleeper Train That Connects London & Stockholm to Start Operating From September: The new train will cut train travel time between Sweden’s capital and London to roughly one day. The EuroNight train is powered by renewable energy; Swedish operator SJ only uses electricity from hydropower and wind turbines. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/new-sleeper-train-that-connects-london-stockholm-to-start-operating-from-september/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Nadal withdraws from Montreal because of abdominal injury, unvaxed Djokovic also out:
– Rafael Nadal withdrew from the upcoming hard-court tournament in Montreal on Friday because of the abdominal injury that caused him to pull out of Wimbledon ahead of the semifinals. The Spaniard had been 19-0 in Grand Slam matches this year when he decided the injury was too much at Wimbledon.
– American player Mackenzie McDonald will replace Nadal in the draw.
– Djokovic withdrew from the Montreal tournament on Thursday because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and is therefore not allowed to enter Canada. Photo: AP/K.Wigglesworth. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/wimbledon-novak-djokovic-rafael-nadal-sports-canada-54d60af384cfd9893eec30d6f0a1263b

OTHER

Want to impress your Spanish friends?: The next time the topic of Spanish music comes up, don’t mention Camarón, Nina Pastori or Paco de Lucia. They are well known worldwide. Instead, tell them you enjoy Emilio el Moro. That is sure to bring a smile to their faces, and gain you some respect for your knowledge of lesser known Spanish legends.
– Emilio Jiménez Gallego (2 November 1923 – 12 July 1987) was born in the Spanish enclave of Melilla. He was a fan of Flamenco from childhood, and in 1939 at fifteen years of age, he performed in public for the first time, and then went on to consecutively win seven singing competitions, performing different genres, like fandangos, soleás, tientos, polos or cañas. Charming and a joker, he one day sang Flamenco in an Arabic style, and received such an ovation that he then decided to create the character of Emilio el Moro. This character gained him a huge following as he mixed music and humour in a way that endeared him to Spaniards young and old, rich and poor. The great voice, remarkable guitar skills and well timed humourous flairs combined to make him a unique legend of Spanish music.
– The personality with which he endowed his songs, even allowed him to camouflage his social and cultural criticism against the system, against the dictatorship, partially relieved of the burden with humor. Emilio “El Moro” was, in short, a brilliant and unique artist at a time when the show was himself: as an actor, as a producer, as a screenwriter, as a businessman… However, Emilio “El Moro” is today an unjustly forgotten character (the history of this country was never kind to humorists), and only the figure of a guitar, on his tombstone, reminds us of everything that was in his family vault in Monforte del Cid.
References:
https://www.informacion.es/cultura/2012/09/16/25-anos-genial-emilio-moro-6754431.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emilio_el_Moro
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Churches & Worship

New Life Church
Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs, relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service.
During this time of uncertainty, God’s word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. We are a Bible based Church community continuing to help people find their way to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja ; Directions: Click Here
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!).

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

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

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DigameXtra No. 2328 Friday, August 5th, 2022

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Torrox Local Festival Day Events: Friday Aug 5th
– Festividad de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves y San Roque
– 11 am & 8 pm Eucharista / 9:30 pm Procession
– Dance Show & Concert in Plaza de la Constitution after procession. Dance Show by Raíces and concert by Abanah.

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The Royal British Legion- Nerja: The RBL is a charitable organization that helps local charities along with the Personnel Recovery Centre and the Poppy Appeal. All are welcome to our events, and military service or association is not required.
Chairman Eddie Bowe + 34 711 052 499
Upcoming Events:
In keeping with our usual practice, we will suspend RBL events through the summer months. However, we would like to make you aware of the events that are scheduled for the upcoming months. Please contact Kim Bowe at Kim_bowe1@hotmail.com if you need information on the Royal British Legion.
Sept
– Tuesday 13th. Quiz night at Lew’s Restaurant Torrox Costa.
– Thursday 22nd. Lunch at Al Andalus.
Oct
– Friday 7th. Lunch at La Herradura
– Tuesday 11th. Quiz night at Lew’s Restaurant Torrox Costa.
– Sunday 16th. Poppy walk followed by a Social at Chapel bar Nerja.
– Thursday 20th. AGM followed by Trafalgar lunch with up spirits. (free rum)
Nov
– Friday 4th. Lunch at La Herradura
– Friday 11th. Poppy Ball
– Sunday 13th. Remembrance, followed by lunch at Al Andalus
– Tuesday 22nd. Quiz night at Lew’s Restaurant Torrox Costa.
Dec
– Friday 2nd. Christmas Lunch at La Herradura.
– Tuesday 6th. Quiz night at Lews’s Restaurant Torrox Costa.
– Thursday 15th. Christmas lunch at Al Andalus.
Events coordinator Kim + 34 711 077 576
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Free Guided Tours in Sayalonga: Organised by Museo Morisco and Sayalonga town hall. Free Activities.
Saturdays of August at 10.30 am.
Need to book in advance. Limited places.
Meeting point- Next to the wrought iron gate of the Cementerio Octagonal.
Further information and bookings:
Museo Morisco (Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 2pm)
Plaza García Lorca 3, Sayalonga
Phone & Whatsapp: 675 315 539 ; Email: museomorisco@sayalonga.es

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The Greek House– Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar, Torrox Costa:
CLOSED FOR MONTH OF AUGUST, REOPEN 1ST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER. Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Mussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits (prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. For dessert, HOMEMADE BAKLAVA! We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 7:30pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call telephone number 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/

Language Classes, Spanish and English: I am offering my services to anyone who would like to learn Spanish or English (spoken, written, conversational). One to one or couple classes.
I am an English native who has lived in Spain from 3 years old and have 9 years of experience helping people of all ages with English and Spanish lessons.
Usually I do my lessons at a quiet cafe somewhere nice and relaxed.
If you prefer online lessons, I am available on Whatsapp video calls, Skype, Zoom, etc.
I charge 12€ an hour for online and present lessons.
I’m located in Vélez Málaga. But can meet anywhere within reason.
You can contact me by mobile 679714873
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For Sale: Leather Sofa. Two seater bespoke designed Chesterfield sofa with dual core piped cushions in copper brown leather. Excellent condition.
Length 185cm Depth 90cm Height 70cm
Cost over £1000 at purchase. Absolute bargain at 250 Euro. Buyer must collect. Sally, between La Vinuela and Canillas de Aceituno. Tel: 671222595
email: sally.colourstat@gmail.com

For Sale: Wooden slatted screens. 170cm x 200cm
35€ each (120€ each new). Collection only
Claire, Mezquitilla, Algarrobo Costa
Email: clairee_tomkins@hotmail.com

For Sale, 3 items:
– 2x comfortable chairs 90 cm tall, 60 cm wide and 65 deep.
50 Euros each.
– Wall hanging mirror, 132 cm tall, 67 cm wide and 5 cm deep.
80 Euros
– 2x fun clothes baskets 50 cm tall, 35 cm wide and 23 cm deep.
15 Euros each
Surplus after moving recently. Buyer to collect. Easy access. Richard, Arenas. Email: Richard.p.haughton @gmail.com

For Sale: Sony JE 520 mini disk recorder/player complete with remote control and instruction manual. Also comes with a number of unused disks and a plenty of used ones. Can be seen working. Price 40 euros. Adrian / Ann, Caleta de Velez. 660576506
email: bishopridley at outlook dot com

For Sale: Mobile gas heater with bottle. Euro50. Buyer collects. Maryann, Caleta. Email: maryann@smutley.co.uk

Recommendations & Requests

Two Recommendations Requested:
1. Padron: Hi, we registered at the Torrox Town Hall in June and wondered what we do next re the Padron as we have not received any communication from the Town Hall. I understand we receive free bus travel and certain other discounts but cannot seem to source info online.
2. Long term parking Malaga Airport: Any recommendations for long term parking near Malaga Airport between trips to and from the UK?
Thanks in advance. Deborah, Torrox
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ANDALUCIA

Is “Submission Chemistry” a new threat for the party crowd & Seniors?:
{Editor’s preface to next article}
So new it is not in Google search yet, however, in the Spanish Press, they are raising the alarm. It involves a victim who is injected with a dose of a substance, usually while out clubbing, to lower their inhabitations and alter their decision making, making them vulnerable to attackers with bad intent. Financial coercion of Seniors is another scenario reported.
While plying someone with alcohol has happened since man discovered fermented grape juice, this latest trend of people being injected while out clubbing is a new twist. And so far, no specific substance has been identified in tests of alleged victims. I posted the rather long, translated article in full, as the other articles on this topic I found, in English, were lacking. This comprehensive article from malagahoy.es has the latest info, focused on our region.

Three cases of alleged chemical subjugation by needle pricks investigated in Malaga: {Translation} 04 August, 2022 16:48
– There are now three alleged cases of chemical submission by injection being investigated in Malaga. In total, the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) is studying 16 cases in the whole autonomous community. They are unconfirmed and awaiting toxicological tests. The Regional Ministry of Health and Consumer Affairs has assured that for these tests, the samples are extracted in hospitals and sent to the National Institute of Toxicology, and it is the Institute of Legal Medicine which is in charge of these tests.
– The victims of these complaints went to different health centres in the capital after detecting punctures in their bodies and fearing that they had been injected with a chemical substance.
– In Andalusia, the SAS is investigating a total of 16 cases of alleged chemical subjection by injection, seven of which have occurred in Huelva, three in Malaga and Cadiz respectively, two in Almeria and one in Cordoba. It should be noted that all are under suspicion and none have been confirmed.
– The first possible case in Malaga of chemical subjection by injection that the National Police are investigating occurred on 8 July and the victim is a 22 year old French tourist. The young woman was partying in a discotheque in the capital and when she left she was with a foreign boy she had met inside. They both went to the young woman’s flat. The next morning, she woke up dizzy and noticed two inoculation points on her arms, according to what she told the officers. The alleged perpetrator has not been identified and laboratory results, which are still pending, will determine whether the girl was injected with a chemical substance. The effects of this analysis may take four to five weeks.
– Having observed this increase in the number of cases of possible chemical subjection by injection, Malaga City Council and other administrations have drawn up a protocol to prevent this type of aggression during the fair. This is similar to the one used for sexual assaults or other chemical submissions.
– The National Police will have a team from the Unit of Attention to Families and Women (UFAM) available 24 hours a day. In addition, both the Local Police and the people in charge of the stalls will be vigilant in following the protocol. Likewise, the medical services of the Cortijo de Cortes will be ready to attend to possible victims of these chemical submissions and transfer them to the Maternity Hospital to identify the injected substance and treat the victim if necessary.
– On the other hand, the Malaga nightlife employers assure that the workers will be fully informed of the protocol to be followed in case this happens in their premises. In this sense, when the victim notifies security or the person who is with them of the injection, “they will be accompanied and attended at all times until the police come to the premises”, according to Juan Rambla, president of Andalucía de Noche, told Málaga Hoy.
– This newspaper already reported, just a few weeks ago, that complaints of chemical submission in Malaga are growing and that the most affected profiles are young women and the elderly. Among the former, the crime is of a sexual nature and among the latter of an economic nature.
– According to data from the Clinico, 12 sexual assaults on women have been attended to in this hospital from January to June of this year. Five of them, between 20 and 45 years of age, involved chemical submission. In addition, during the same period they also attended to 4 other patients who had been chemically subdued in order to rob them. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/Investigan-casos-sumision-pinchazos-Malaga_0_1708030292.html

NERJA

Chanquete World concert in Nerja postponed for another year: {Translation}
– For this year the date of 13 August had been announced, which had provoked numerous complaints and criticisms on social networks. In fact, the abundant programming of events in these months of July and August, which also coincide on that day with fairs such as those of the capital, El Morche or Almuñécar, could also be behind the causes behind this suspension.
– In the communiqué, the organisers say that they will “soon” announce the new date and the artists who will be there. “All tickets purchased so far will, of course, be valid for the 2023 edition. The organisation also announces that as of Thursday, those who bought tickets will receive an email in the same email in which they made the purchase with the options to manage the tickets, with a period of 14 days to do so. If they do not receive it, from Friday 5th, they can write to chanquete@ayudaeventosandalucia.zendesk.com requesting the return of their tickets. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/suspenden-un-concierto-en-nerja-en-el-que-participaba-morad/

MALAGA

Infoca declares Sierra de Mijas forest fire extinguished, some twenty days after it started: At the height of the blaze, which started in Mijas but swept to Alhaurín el Grande, some 2,000 homes were evacuated. It was one of the largest forest fires, so far, in Andalucía this summer and its evolution kept the municipalities of Mijas, Alhaurín de la Torre and especially Alhaurín el Grande on edge, as the flames were fueled by dry vegetation, high temperatures and the easterly wind. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/infoca-sierra-mijas-forest-fire20220804075056-nt-20220804075230-nt.html

EUROPE

Munich’s Oktoberfest finally back on after pandemic pause:
– Germany’s annual Oktoberfest festival is finally on again for this fall, following a two-year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, the head of the famous Bavarian beer festival said Thursday.
– “The Wiesn will take place,” Clemens Baumgaertner told reporters in Munich using the locals’ Bavarian colloquialism for the Oktoberfest which is referring to the big lawn, or Wiese, where the boozy celebrations are taking place. He said said the popular beer festival in the Bavarian capital will be held without any pandemic restrictions from Sept. 17 to Oct. 3 – Germany’s national day. Photo: AP/M.Schrader. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/covid-health-germany-munich-3d6842f4b7a2b017e38e52c964bd270a

Inflation cuts the income of Spaniards twice as much as that of Germans or French: The OECD warns that the rise in prices is affecting family economies, with a 1.2% drop in per capita income in the G7 countries, but 4.1% in Spain!
– What has been happening for several months is that the increase in consumer prices is “undermining” household income, details the OECD. In the average of the G7 countries, income per inhabitant fell by 1.2%. Among these economies, the impact of inflation on families in the first quarter was particularly high in France, where per capita income fell 1.9%, and in Germany, where it fell 1.7%.
– But these figures have no comparison with those of Spain, where high inflation has contributed to a large drop in per capita income of citizens, specifically 4.1%, four times more than the OECD and G7 average. The only European country that exceeds Spain is Austria, with a decrease of 5.5%. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/inflation-cuts-the-income-of-spaniards-twice-as-much-as-that-of-germans-or-french/

Months into war, Ukraine refugees slow to join EU workforce:
Some 6.5 million Ukrainians, have entered the EU since February, according to Frontex, the EU Border and Coast Guard Agency, streaming into neighboring countries before many moved on to more prosperous nations in the West. Around half have since returned to Ukraine. Only a relatively small number of those who stayed had entered the EU labor market by mid-June, according to the European Commission. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-migration-prague-czech-republic-767420bdf87dcb5820b5ee1ee00d19fa

ENERGY CRISIS

The UN calls the “excessive profits” of energy companies “immoral”:
– “It is immoral that oil and gas companies are making record profits from this energy crisis at the expense of the poorest people and communities and at enormous cost to the climate… I urge all governments to tax these excess profits and use the funds to support the most vulnerable people in these difficult times“, Mr. Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations, said this Wednesday at a conference held at the United Nations headquarters.
– For this reason, he has recommended “people around the world” to send “a clear message” to the fossil fuel industry and its financiers, warning them that “this grotesque greed is punishing the poorest and most vulnerable people, while destroying our only common home, the planet”. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/the-un-calls-the-excessive-profits-of-energy-companies-immoral/

SPACE

Earth sets record for the shortest day: Scientists have recorded Earth’s shortest day since its rotational period began to be recorded with highly precise atomic clocks. On June 29, 2022, Earth’s spin was completed in 1.59 milliseconds under 24 hours.
Scientists have several ideas regarding what could be causing Earth to suddenly begin speeding up its rotation and shortening its days. These ideas can involve processes in the planet’s inner or outer layers, oceans, tides, or even its climate. Full article: https://www.space.com/earth-rotation-record-shortest-day

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SPAIN

There’s a shortage of ice in Spain: Businesses say they can’t afford to produce and store vast quantities of ice because the electricity costs have risen so much. As a result, some supermarkets have started to limit how many bags customers can buy. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/ice-shortage-spain-20220803093245-nt.html

Food is more expensive in Spain than in the rest of the euro zone:
– While in Spain the price of oil increased by 37% in year-on-year terms and cereals, coffee, dairy products and eggs, and meat increased by around 16%, 11%, 16% and 10%, respectively , in the rest of the eurozone the figures are moderate. The euro area recorded year-on-year increases of 29% in oil, 11% in cereals and coffee and around 12% in dairy products, eggs and meat.
– When comparing the price increases since January 2021, when the first symptoms of the inflationary episode began to be noticed, the differences between Spain and the euro zone increase in some products. Oil has become 56% more expensive in Spain since January 2021 compared to a 34% rise in the eurozone and, when comparing the price of cereals, the increase in Spain was 17% while in the eurozone it is limited to 12%. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/food-is-more-expensive-in-spain-than-in-the-rest-of-the-euro-zone/

AXARQUIA

Beach Showers Shut Off In 3 Towns: The persistent drought continues to hit the Axarquia in the middle of summer, with the reservoir of La Viñuela already below 13 per cent of its capacity, and only 20.9 cubic hectometres stored, which means that, if there is not abundant rainfall in autumn, there could be severe restrictions to supply later on in the year.
– As such, local administrations have begun to take restrictive measures on the population and the councils of Vélez-Málaga and Rincón de la Victoria began this Monday to cut the supply in the showers on the beaches, which total around 160 structures between the two coasts, with 30 kilometres. In both municipalities, only the footbaths will be left in operation.
– Meanwhile, in Algarrobo, with just 1.5 kilometres of beach, they have gone a step further and from Monday supplies to the dozen showers and footbaths have been completely cut off. Full article:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/axarquia-beach-showers-20220803115006-nt.html

MALAGA

Sedella Fair 2022: Friday thru Sunday 5-7 Aug
– Friday. At 12.15 p.m., a water party and aquagym class. At 18.00 there will be a motorbike ribbon race and at 20:00 hours there will be an Indoor Football Championship. At 20:00 there will be a parade by the Municipal Music Band of Sedella and an hour later the Fiesta de Mayor will begin, with tastings and entertainment by the singer Macarena with the special collaboration of Juan Antonio Morales. At 22:30 hours, the Night Fair begins with the orchestra ‘Dale al play’, followed by the performance of David Barrull, winner of the first edition of ‘La Voz’. After that music by DJs in the youth pavillion.
– Saturday. From 10am we will have a parade of the Municipal Band of Sedella and the charanga ‘No ni na’. At 10:30 the dominoes competition will start and an hour later, the race-walk ‘Against Gender Violence’. At 12:30, there will be a bicycle race for the little ones, and a foam party with DJs. At 19:00, there will be a Children’s Party with ‘La Carpa’, where there will be a distribution of sweets. At 22:00 hours will be the transfer of Our Lady of the Virgin of Hope from her hermitage to the parish church of San Andrés Apóstol. At two o’clock in the morning we will have the great performance of Duende Callejero.
– Sunday. On Sunday, after the flower presentation by the Agrupación Musical Bentomiz de Arenas, the Mass and Procession of the Virgen de la Esperanza will begin. It will be enlivened by the Municipal Music Band of Sedella and the Bentomiz de Arenas Musical Group. At around 14:00 there will be a welcome drink served. At four o’clock in the afternoon the Spanish song artist, ‘La Caletera’, will perform; and the rumbero group ‘Sombra y luz’. At 18:30 the prizes for the different competitions will be awarded, followed by the ribbon race on horseback at the hermitage. At 21:00 the cover band ‘Planeta 80’ will perform. At 00:30 hours, it will be the turn of Raúl, el balilla.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-feria-de-sedella-contara-con-las-actuaciones-de-david-barrull-duende-callejero-y-raul-el-balilla/

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Culture, leisure and gastronomy come together in the ‘White Night’ from Vélez-Málaga to infusing life into the historic centre: {Translation, summary}
– Vélez-Málaga will once again experience a magical night in the historic centre of the city on August 19th with the celebration of the ‘Noche en Blanco’ and with it the opening of cultural spaces, monuments and the realization of thirty complementary activities for all audiences. Theatre, music, gastronomy and endless experiences to enjoy in the moonlight; from the Cerro de San Cristóbal to the MUVEL, passing through the Plaza del Carmen and up to the Fortress, locals and visitors, young and old, will live a unique experience around culture, leisure and local traditions; as explained by the Councillor for Culture and Historical Heritage, Cynthia García.
– All the cultural spaces will remain open and can be visited free of charge from 21.00 to 01.00 hours. A very wide offer, for one night, and in the surroundings of the historic centre. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/cultura-ocio-y-gastronomia-se-unen-en-la-noche-en-blanco-de-velez-malaga-para-llenar-de-vida-el-centro-historico/

UK

Asda Mobile customers are about to face a price hike of at least 150% as the cost of living crisis deepens: The price rise will affect pay-as-you-go users and customers who pay monthly for a bundle, and who go over their limit. The increase will see mobile customers being charged more from September 26.
– In addition, for bundle customers, only 5GB of data can now be used for free when roaming in Europe, regardless of your allowance. Use more than that and you’ll be charged the out-of-bundle rate. Full article: https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/one-cheapest-uk-mobile-networks-27647597

HEALTH

EU says Novavax COVID shot must carry heart side-effect warning: The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is recommending Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine carry a warning of the possibility of two types of heart inflammation, an added burden for a shot that has so far failed to win wide uptake. The heart conditions – myocarditis and pericarditis – should be listed as new side effects in the product information for the vaccine, Nuvaxovid, based on a small number of reported cases, the EMA said on Wednesday. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/eu-regulator-says-novavax-covid-vaccine-should-carry-side-effect-warning-2022-08-03/

No evidence that depression is caused by chemical imbalance or low serotonin levels, finds comprehensive review:
– After decades of study, there remains no clear evidence that serotonin levels or serotonin activity are responsible for depression, according to a major review of prior research led by UCL scientists. Many people take antidepressants because they have been led to believe their depression has a biochemical cause, but this new research suggests this belief is not grounded in evidence
– The new umbrella review – an overview of existing meta-analyses and systematic reviews – published in Molecular Psychiatry, suggests that depression is not likely caused by a chemical imbalance, and calls into question what antidepressants do. Most antidepressants are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which were originally said to work by correcting abnormally low serotonin levels. There is no accepted pharmacological mechanism by which antidepressants affect the symptoms of depression. Full article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/07/220720080145.htm

SPORTS

Golf News- LIV Golf players file anti-trust lawsuit against PGA Tour: Eleven LIV Golf players, including Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau, filed an anti-trust lawsuit on Wednesday against the US PGA Tour, some seeking a restraining order to compete in next week’s playoffs.
– The lawsuit, filed in federal court in the Northern District of California, challenges the indefinite suspensions imposed by PGA commissioner Jay Monahan upon those who played in any of the Saudi-backed upstart tour’s first three events.
– The lawsuit begins a legal showdown between the rebel series and the established PGA Tour and whether the golfers are free agents or as tour members are subject to rules and punishments of the PGA Tour. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20220803-liv-golf-players-file-anti-trust-lawsuit-against-pga-tour

SPACE

New image from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope reveals details of the Cartwheel Galaxy: Researchers believe that it looks a bit like a cartwheel because it was formed by “an intense event – a high-speed collision between a large spiral galaxy and a smaller galaxy not visible in this image”. Photo: NASA. Full article: https://news.sky.com/story/new-image-from-nasas-james-webb-space-telescope-reveals-details-of-the-cartwheel-galaxy-12664652

OTHER

A group of scientists manages to restore cellular functions in dead pigs: Using a new technology they developed that delivers a specially designed cell-protective fluid to organs and tissues, the researchers restored blood circulation and other cellular functions in pigs a full hour after their deaths, they report in the Aug. 3 edition of the journal Nature. The findings may help extend the health of human organs during surgery and expand availability of donor organs, the authors said. The research builds upon an earlier Yale-led project that restored circulation and certain cellular functions in the brain of a dead pig with technology dubbed BrainEx. Full article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/08/220803112550.htm

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On August 3, 2022August 2, 2022 By Naythan

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Free Concert in Velez Malaga: Cookin’ Organ Trio at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo de Velez Malaga. Friday Aug 3rd. 9pm. Free entry. FB

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell: Aug 6th, Marbella Arena
Tickets and info: www.rocklounge.com

Bodgit and Scarper jam night: Wednesday Aug 3rd
Tu Punto de Encuentro Asador, C/ Buena Vista 29711 Alcaucín
What makes the Jam fun and unique is that different players show up weekly, so you get to know the local musicians. You get to play with people that you might not get to play with otherwise. +34646133123 ; HomePage

Rob Sas & David Rock Duo: Fri, Aug 5th
Molly’s Roadhouse, Carretera Cortijo Benitez, Coin. FB

Verano en los Cangrejos- Nerja: August Schedule of events. FB

Malaga Fair:
– Fri Aug 12th, 10.30pm, there will be a drone light show for the first time, with the largest concentration of drones in operation at the same time in Spain, drawing a figure of light in the Malaga night sky. At 00:00 the famous firework display begins, with musical accompaniment. Arrive early for best viewing. The firework show has been created by Pirotecnia del Mediterráneo, a Valencian company, especially for Malaga and is called ‘Noche de Fiesta’. The musical fireworks display takes place from the access area to the cruise terminal and will last for 1,200 seconds and burn 609.20 kilos of pyrotechnics.
– Sat 13 August, Malaga Fair will begin after the opening speech.
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Services Wanted/Offered

Nik of all Trades- Services available for home, garden and office:
-Gardening – from weeding to landscaping, stonework (walls, paths, etc) a speciality. Transport and tools all provided by me, my time can be hired in 3 time slots of 4, 6 and 8 hours at a cost of 60€, 85€ and 110€ respectively plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
-Small construction/demolition jobs – walls, fencing, guttering, tiling etc. costs as above or fixed price quote if you prefer.
-Painting and decorating – interior or exterior, tools all supplied, materials extra at cost . costs as above or fixed price quote if you prefer.
-Evenings, weekends and holidays both Spanish and English are all included at no extra cost. I am always busy and usually require between 2 and 4 weeks notice before I can start work but I can usually carry out quotations fairly quickly.
-Check my website for examples of my work http://nik-of-all-trades.weebly.com/
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 DigameXtra sponsor and so my contact info is available everyday 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.

DoctorLaptop’s August ’22 Special: Slow Computer? My famous Clean & TuneUp Special is back, for Windows & Mac. Until September 1st only €50! If you rely on your computer and want it running at peak performance an annual professional servicing is necessary. You wouldn’t drive your car till it runs out of oil before servicing it, would you? I do the most comprehensive cleaning and tune-up possible: verify all System files replacing any found to be corrupt, test all hardware and do hard disk sector repairs if needed, use 5 tool malware/adware/spyware removal protocol, clean out junk files/logs/history/etc., update Windows (or MacOS) + all drivers + programs, and finally optimize your settings and registry for fastest overall performance. Job usually completed overnight. Heavily infected comps, computers taking more than 2 minutes to startup or shutdown, or those showing error messages need a repair, not a maintenance service. Hard disks of 1000Gb or more add €10 and may require 2 days to complete.
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre
– Vintage copper top coffee table measurements diameter 75cms height 43cms Price 95€
– 2 matching bedside units 48 x 36 x 61.50cms 30€ the pair
– Pair of bedside lamps 12€
contact Jackie / nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
– High Chair €15
– Travel Cot with Mattress €15
Both are boxed & have had very little use
Can meet in Sayalonga car park for collection between 11th -15th August
Contact Claire/ Sayalonga on WhatsApp 0044 7855055608 or email: clairerutland57@gmail.com

For Sale, 3 items:
– Man’s mountain bike, 50 euro
– Large bike bag, 50 euro
– Lervia Sewing machine, 40 euro
Buyer collects. Maryann, Caleta
Email: maryann@smutley.co.uk

For Sale: Two adjustable free standing reading lamps
10 euros each or both for 15 euros
Collect or deliver. Karen, Nerja
Email: kyoung2016 AT icloud DoT com

For Sale: Satellite TV Gear
Silvercrest SL45 Satellite receiver and remote control
Technomate TM-5402 HD M2 CI Super plus and remote control
80cm Elliptical Satellite dish complete with mounting bracket and dual LNB
45€. Possible to meet at Eroski, or for collection.
Chris, Sedella email: casa.azafran at yahoo dot co.uk
Tel 951240883

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COVID & MONKEYPOX

Covid Spain- Health registers 19,417 new cases of coronavirus, incidence drops to 475: {Translation, summary} Aug 2nd, 2022
– Currently, there are 7,836 patients hospitalised for Covid-19 throughout Spain (compared to 8,433 on Friday) and 431 in an ICU (460 were registered on Friday). The occupancy rate for coronavirus-occupied beds stands at 6.64 per cent (compared to 7.09 per cent on Friday) and in ICUs at 4.96 per cent (compared to 5.34 per cent reported in the last report).
– The Ministry of Health has registered this Tuesday, with data provided by the autonomous communities, 19,417 new cases of coronavirus, of which 11,422 have occurred in people over 60 years of age, bringing the total number of infections in Spain since the beginning of the pandemic to 13,245,996.
– Regarding the current average incidence of infections in Spain in the last 14 days in people over 60 years of age, the report shows a drop of more than 80 points, standing at 475.95 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, compared to the 558.27 reported on Friday by the department headed by Carolina Darias. In the past two weeks a total of 58,628 positives have been recorded in this age group. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/actualidad/noticia-sanidad-notifica-19417-nuevos-casos-coronavirus-incidencia-baja-475-20220802180246.html

Covid & Monkeypox Andalucia- Andalucia adds 2,142 new cases and 37 deaths of covid since Friday: {Translation} 02/08/2022 15:06
***Covid***
– Andalucia has registered 2,142 new cases of covid and 37 deaths from the disease since last Friday – from Tuesday to last Friday there were 2,895 new cases and 55 deaths – according to data from the Regional Ministry of Health.
– Hospital admissions for covid-19 have fallen since last Friday by 23 and now total 555 patients, of whom 26 are in the ICU, eight fewer than last Friday.
– The accumulated incidence in the over-60s stands at 259.48, compared to 278.78 cases per 100,000 inhabitants last Friday.
– By provinces, in Almeria there are 40 hospitalisations, of which 2 in ICU), Cadiz (60 hospitalisations, of which 4 in ICU), Cordoba (51 hospitalisations, of which 3 in ICU), Granada (51 hospitalisations, of which 4 in ICU), Huelva (54 hospitalisations, of which 2 in ICU), Jaén (63 hospitalisations, of which 3 in ICU), Málaga (120 hospitalisations, of which 6 in ICU) and Sevilla (116 hospitalisations, of which 2 in ICU).
– Since the beginning of the pandemic, a total of 1,585,241 cases have been registered in Andalucia, of which 14,733 have died.
***Monkeypox***
– Regarding monkeypox, there are 334 active cases in Andalucia (11 less than last Friday): none in Almeria, 49 in Cadiz, 22 in Cordoba, 19 in Granada, 11 in Huelva, 3 in Jaen, 133 in Malaga and 97 in Seville.
– In addition, 94 under investigation and 209 ruled out cases of monkeypox have been reported to the Andalusian Epidemiological Surveillance System Network (SVEA). Likewise, 206 previously confirmed cases are now inactive. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1067347/andalucia-suma-2142-nuevos-casos-de-covid-y-37-muertos-desde-el-viernes/

SPAIN

How, in theory, it’s now easier for foreigners to work and get residency in Spain, but experts are skeptical:
– Spain has amended its immigration laws to make it easier for non-EU citizens (UK nationals, Americans etc) to work in the country in a bid to address some of its most pressing labour shortages. Here are the changes, the reasons why they’re being introduced and more.
– There are three main changes:
1. Undocumented third-country nationals who have lived in Spain for two years or more can seek temporary residency papers.
2. Non-EU students will be able to work up to 30 hours a week while studying, and to start work in Spain at the end of their studies.
3. Non-EU nationals will be able to obtain a work visa to come to Spain more easily and take up jobs in areas facing labour shortages i.e. tourism, construction, agriculture.
– Although the new laws were published in Spain’s state bulletin (BOE) on Wednesday July 27th, the legislation is set to come into force on August 15th 2022.
– Warning: When it comes to Spanish politics, what Spain says it will do and then actually does are often two very different things.
People in Spain with non-EU qualifications are currently having to wait two, three, four or even more years for Spain’s bureaucratic labyrinth to get round to validating their qualifications, even though the legal deadline is just six months and there are huge shortages in their expert fields. New decrees have promised to address the hold-ups but in reality nothing has changed. A lawyer specialising in helping foreigners with the homologación process told The Local that “unless Spain allocates more budget to employ more competent civil servants to address the problem, nothing will change”.
Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20220801/new-laws-how-its-now-easier-for-non-eu-foreigners-to-work-in-spain/

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Slowdown in employment and sharp rise in number of people seeking work made this July the worst in Spanish history:
– Summer is normally a positive time for the labour market, but this year there has been a noticeable slowdown in employment in Spain as a whole. The government had already warned that the figures for July were likely to be bad, but they have been even worse than expected. In fact, it was the worst July since records began, even though the labour market had remained very robust for many months despite the war in Ukraine, high prices and supply problems. And autumn, when unemployment normally rises, hasn’t even begun yet.
– Figures published by the government this Tuesday morning, 2 August, show that 7,366 jobs were lost and 3,230 more people registered as unemployed in July. More than 20.3 million workers are paying into the Social Security system, while the number of unemployed now stands at 2,883,812. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/unemployment-figures-20220802114823-nt.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria celebrates the Family Theatre and Puppet Festival in the Municipal Auditorium from 3 to 7 August: {Translation}
– The Family Theatre and Puppet Festival will begin on Wednesday 3 August with the adventures of ‘Penéque El Valiente’ by Producciones Infantil Miguel Pino. King Simpatías entrusts Bolo el Sabio with the custody of the royal treasure. Two sinister characters appear, Filibud and Pelosblancos, and take possession of the treasure. Peneque the Brave with the help of all the children will win and recover the lost treasure.
– On Thursday 4th August the company Ameba Teatro, winner of the I Festival de Teatro Infantil Noctiluca de Rincón de la Victoria 2021, will be on stage with ‘El Día de Ramiro’ (Ramiro’s Day). This is a family show where storytelling, puppets with objects, clown and live music combine to tell the story of this journey into a miniature world out of a big box. Ramiro is a grasshopper who is as clumsy as he is indecisive and funny. Ina decides to get out of her box and embark on a day-long journey. What adventures will he experience?
– On 5 August, it will be the turn of ‘Museum’. The history of art for children by the company La Liquida, which brings a fun and educational show for children. A wonderful journey through the history of art by the hand of the great masters Picasso, Van Gogh, Velázquez, Miguel Ángel, and the great masters Tamara de Lempika, Sofonisba Anguissola, Frida Kahlo, etc. It offers theatre with actors, objects, puppets and live manipulated projections.
– Saturday 6 August. And after being suspended due to the pandemic, Rincón de la Victoria rescues the musical ‘Hara, the spirit of the jungle’. A musical for the whole family inspired by the book of the jungle. It will take place on Saturday 6 August with tickets priced at 12 euros in advance and 15 euros at the box office. There will be two performances: 20:00 and 22:00.
– Sunday 7 August. The closing of the Festival will be performed by the company Pata Teatro, FETEN 2020 Award for Best Playwriting, with ‘Bajo del Tejado’ (Under the Roof). An exciting comedy that reminds us that the everyday, what happens to us day by day, can be really extraordinary.
– All theatrical performances will start at 22:00.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-celebra-el-festival-de-teatro-familiar-y-titeres-en-el-auditorio-municipal-del-3-al-7-de-agosto/

UK

Britons Warned Over Flight Disruptions When Travelling to Spain:
“Possible strike action may cause some disruption to flights to and from Spain. You should consult your airline for updates prior to travel,” the statement published by the UK’s Foreign Office reads.
The advice was issued yesterday, August 1, and comes following the surge in the number of flight cancellations that have recently been reported, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/britons-warned-over-flight-disruptions-when-travelling-to-spain/

USA

California and Illinois declare states of emergency to help fight monkeypox outbreaks: The alert in California was issued to help the state health department amp up its vaccination, education and outreach efforts in response to the virus, Newsom said in a statement.
– With these declarations, California and Illinois join New York in trying to address these outbreaks at the state level.
– A total of 5,811 cases of monkeypox have been recorded nationwide, with 1,390 of those cases in New York, another 827 in California and 520 in Illinois.
– So far, California has administered 25,000 doses of the monkeypox vaccine, and received about 61,000 doses, Newsom said. Full article: https://www.npr.org/2022/08/02/1115104209/california-illinois-state-of-emergency-monkeypox

ENERGY CRISIS

Spain’s plan for energy saving & efficiency (plan de choque de ahorro y eficiencia energética) is published this Tuesday in the BOE – Businesses Have 7 Days To Comply: {Translation, summary} 2 Aug 2022 18:40
– The decree on energy saving and efficiency measures makes it compulsory for public buildings, commercial spaces and department stores, transport infrastructures (airports, train and bus stations), cultural spaces and hotels to limit the use of air conditioning to 27 degrees Celsius in summer and heating to 19 degrees Celsius in winter.
– In addition, it will be compulsory to install information panels in establishments containing data on the temperature at any given time and guidelines for recommended lifestyle habits to reduce energy consumption. This package of measures, which complements RITE, will also make it compulsory to turn off the lights in shop windows and public buildings that are unoccupied after 22.00 hours, a measure for which they will have seven days to comply.
– Decorative lighting on façades will also be switched off after 10 p.m., while the regulation of outdoor lighting will only affect buildings for public use, not ornamental lighting, such as Christmas lights.
– The Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, Reyes Maroto, also clarified on Tuesday morning that it is a “very limited” rule and that it includes exceptions “necessary to maintain adequate air conditioning” in hospitals, educational centers, gyms, hairdressers or restaurant kitchens.
– The regulations of the energy saving and efficiency shock plan published this Tuesday in the Official State Gazette (BOE) clarify the amount of the penalties that will be imposed on companies that do not comply with the measures within a week from this day. Specifically, shops, business centres and establishments affected by the new guidelines will face fines of between 60,000 euros and 100 million euros depending on the seriousness of the infringements. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/economia/multas-millones-euros-empresas-comercios-incumplan-plan-20220802174146-nt.html

Legal Robbery – As Consumer Petrol Prices Remain At Record Highs, With Ukraine Used As An Excuse, Oil Companies Quarterly Profits Jump To 14-Year Highs:
– BP reported today an underlying replacement cost profit—its preferred metric for net profit—of $8.45 billion for the second quarter, up from $6.2 billion for the previous quarter and well above analyst estimates of $6.8 billion.
– The jump in Q2 earnings- the highest quarterly profit since 2008- was “driven by strong realized refining margins, continuing exceptional oil trading performance and higher liquids realizations,” BP said. In light of the solid results, BP announced a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend. BP also announced a further $3.5 billion share buyback, on top of the $2.5-billion share repurchase program announced with the first-quarter 2022 results and completed last month.
– BP wraps up a strong earnings season for European and U.S. supermajors, all of which reported solid- and in several cases, record- quarterly profits amid rallying oil and gas prices and surging refining margins.
– Last week, Shell reported a record quarterly profit for a second consecutive quarter, while TotalEnergies more than doubled its Q2 net income due to rallying oil and gas prices, record-high refining margins, and soaring LNG demand in Europe. U.S. supermajors ExxonMobil and Chevron both reported their highest-ever quarterly profits on Friday as oil and gas prices rallied and refining margins jumped to multi-year highs in the second quarter. Full article: https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/BP-Quarterly-Profit-Jumps-To-14-Year-High.html

SPACE

Solar storm from hole in the sun’s atmosphere will hit Earth on Wednesday: High-speed solar winds from a “hole” in the sun’s atmosphere are set to hit Earth’s magnetic field on Wednesday (Aug 3.), triggering a minor G-1 geomagnetic storm. Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) made the prediction after observing that “gaseous material is flowing from a southern hole in the sun’s atmosphere,” according to Spaceweather.com.
– Coronal holes are areas in the sun’s upper atmosphere where our star’s electrified gas (or plasma) is cooler and less dense. Such holes are also where the sun’s magnetic field lines, instead of looping back in on themselves, beam outward into space. This enables solar material to surge out in a torrent that travels at speeds up to 1.8 million mph (2.9 million kph).
– Scientists think the largest solar storm ever witnessed during contemporary history was the 1859 Carrington Event, which released roughly the same energy as 10 billion 1-megaton atomic bombs. After slamming into Earth, the powerful stream of solar particles fried telegraph systems all over the world and caused auroras brighter than the light of the full moon to appear as far south as the Caribbean. If a similar event were to happen today, scientists warn, it would cause trillions of dollars in damage and trigger widespread blackouts, much like the 1989 solar storm that released a billion-ton plume of gas and caused a blackout across the entire Canadian province of Quebec, NASA reported.
Full article: https://www.space.com/sun-hole-produce-solar-storm-august-2022

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DigameXtra No. 2325 Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022

On August 2, 2022August 1, 2022 By Naythan

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Phoenix Club:
Our social club is fully open so do pop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs at various prices.
***Trips***
August
– 15th – Evening trip for the Fireworks in Almunecar €12pp with pick ups at the A1 Garden Centre, Torre bus station, Aldi Caleta, Algarrobo Lidl, BP Garage Torrox and Maro – still a few places left.
– 25th – (Thursday) Trip to the Lobo Park in Antequera with guided tour and a late lunch at the lakes at El Chorro. Price €25pp but does not include lunch.
September
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
– 16th – Castellar de la Frontera & Zoo. Price €40pp and includes coach fare, tips and entry ticket. A fantastic zoo that has a great programme on releasing endangered species back into the wild. A real fun day out.
October
– 7th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
– 19- 23rd – 5 day trip to Mojacar, staying in a 4* hotel on a half board basis. Price includes hotel accommodation, coach fare, tips and 2 trips, one to the historic city of Cartagena and second – a visit to the Crystal Caves at Pulpi.
For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723/626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information or check out our FB page

Bio Beach Restaurant in El Morche:
– Did you know the Bio Beach Restaurant in El Morche also doubles as an Art Gallery? You can enjoy a brand-new display of local artists every month! And after strolling around, why not indulge in a healthy, filling, and absolutely delicious meal? May I suggest Albondigas de Verduras with Salsa de Tomate Casera? These are veggie balls bathing in a delish tomato sauce prepared by the expert cooks of Bio Beach. The magical aroma of the sauce alone will send you dreaming of Italian Mandolines! Or better yet, you may want to share the Albondigas with a friend and order a side salad to complement this tasty hot dish. Try them you cannot go wrong!
– The Bio Beach lectures will start again on the second Wednesday in September, more precisely on Sept. 14th at 11am. We have an exciting program planned for you delivered by Louis C., a U3A member who is a retired Chef. He’ll bring you a fascinating lecture entitled: “Let’s Talk Rice” which will include its history, various types of rice, traditional ways of preparing this staple food for various cultures, etc… These U3A programmes are free, just order refreshments. We belong to U3A, (http://www.u3aaxarquia.com/) and these social, educational, and stimulating mornings are presented in an effort to attract more members. Bio Beach Restaurant is located on the El Morche beachfront promenade (right behind the church). We look forward to seeing you there! For more info contact norma2kk@aol.com

Concert: Cool, Fab & Groovy will be playing live at Canillas de Albaida Feria this coming Friday 5th August from 10.00pm.
Come and start the Feria early with us!

Concert: The Sessionistas, Plaza Almijara in Cómpeta
Thursday August 4th from 9.00pm.
The Sessionistas are a group of 9 people who met through informal music sessions in and around Cómpeta and have evolved into a band playing an eclectic mix of music from Celtic tunes on flute and banjo to Tamla Motown and Bob Dylan.
An entertaining evening of music is guaranteed, together with the beautiful surroundings of Plaza Almijara in Cómpeta this is a event not to be missed.
It takes place this coming Thursday August 4th from 9.00pm.
To book your table call Casa Paco: 952 516 077, or
Pericos: 952 553 739 or La Taperia: 655 432 660

Archaeological Park of Rincón de la Victoria hosts a day of free astronomical observation on 6 August: Various activities will be held to coincide with the Perseid shower. The day will be led by Generando Emociones Proyecto Cúpula 2022, which will provide telescopes, a projector and qualified monitors.
– In addition, this year before the stargazing there will be a “virtual experience” with consecutive sessions every seven minutes for 12 users per session from 20:30 hours. (I believe this means they will have 12 Virtual Reality (VR) headsets on hand for attendees to use. If you have never tried out VR, this would be a good time to do so. -Ed.)
– At 22:20 the night-time activity will begin with a talk on the origin of the universe and mythological descriptions, followed by the location of constellations and planetary and deep space night-time observation. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-parque-arqueologico-de-rincon-de-la-victoria-acoge-una-jornada-gratuita-de-observacion-astronomica-el-6-de-agosto/

Procession of Virgen del Carmen in El Morche: The Virgin del Carmen is back out in the streets of El Morche the 15th of August in the traditional procession of the last day of the fair. At 20:00 will take place the solemn mass in honour of the Virgin, and at 21:00, after the mass, the Patron saint of the town of El Morche will go through the streets of the town centre in an emotional procession full of feeling.

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Services Wanted/Offered

Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and Cambridgeshire.
We are part of the ADH storage and Transportation company and as such have storage available in Competa and Peunte Don Manuel. Very reasonable rates.
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 small single items
-Man & Van services
-Packing, including supply of packing materials
-UK Home shopping with UK delivery address
-Storage of property and vehicles in Spain
If we can be of service please contact Gail. We are on Facebook and always available to chat through your needs and provide a free no obligation quote if required.
UK: 0044 7846672013
Spain: 0034 951 066 093
Email: archgroveservices@gmail.com ; FB Link
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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.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
For free consultation and estimate contact us on 622 938 440
or email: scottparkwilson AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk
Scott/Arenas. Home Page and FB-Link
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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
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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre
– Preloved free standing mirror Yute 137 x 40.50cms. Price 55€
– Ikea chair with spare set of beige covers Price 60€
– Beautiful sturdy pine rocking chair Price 45€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
Email: info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale: Ikea Holmsund three-seat sofa-bed in grey.
Quickly and easily converts into a spacious bed and has storage under the seats. Washable covers. No stains or damage.
4 years old. 10 year Ikea guarantee. 250€ (currently 799€ new)
Height: 96 cm, Width: 230 cm, Depth: 99 cm
Bed width: 140 cm, Bed length: 200 cm
Collection only. Claire, Mezquitilla, Algarrobo Costa.
Email: clairee_tomkins@hotmail.com
Photo credit: https://www.ikea.com/es/en/p/holmsund-three-seat-sofa-bed-nordvalla-medium-grey-s79240771/

For Sale, 3 items: 3 children’s bikes. Collection Caleta
– Girls Specialized bike 16” approx. Age 8
– Boys mountain bike 20” approx. Age 10
– Girls/ladies small frame folding bike
40euro each or all for 100euro. Buyer collects. Maryann, Caleta
maryann@smutley.co.uk

For Sale, 2 items:
– TV Cabinet with side cupboards and drawers. Height 60cms, Width 120cms, Depth 30.5 cms (TV not included). €40
– Ridgeback Velocity Bike. 19” Aluminium Frame. 24 Speed Shimano Transmission. Good all-rounder 60€.
Buyer/s to collect. Ann, Iznate. Whatsapp Ann on 600855614

For Sale: Large – and heavy – square coffee table with four drawers and two deep shelves. €35
Measurements 100cm x 100cm x 45cm. Mark on one of the shelves but easily covered by magazines + one drawer handle needs replacing (missing piece is in the drawer). Can be used as is or would be a great up cycling project. Photos sent on request. Buyer to collect asap from Torrox Costa (El Penoncillo). Brenda – El Penoncillo. WhatsApp 711003687
Email: brendaleetorrox at gmail dot com

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This calendar shows local holidays not on the Official Junta de Andalucia website calendar of holidays. Often these local holidays are specific to the particular town, and not are celebrated elsewhere the same day.
I will use Algarrobo in Malaga for an example.
– Visit this website: https://www.foro-ciudad.com/
– Click on your province. (Click Malaga) A list of towns will appear.
– Click on your town. (Click Algarrobo). A list of forum post titles will appear.
– Scan down the list of titles of forum posts till you see “Calendario-laboral-2022”.
– Click that post title to open the calandar.

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News & Articles

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CORRECTION: International Driving Permit/Licence when intending to drive in Spain. {EWN Article}
– Last Tuesday I posted an article from EuroWeeklyNews. I should know better by now than to post their articles. The info they provided was incorrect. EWN did later post an “Explainer” with updated info, “Explainer update: Do you need an international driver’s licence when in Spain?” See it here:
https://euroweeklynews.com/2022/07/26/going-to-spain-make-sure-you-have-an-international-drivers-licence/
Sorry for posting the inaccurate article. -Ed.

COVID & MONKEYPOX

First monkeypox virus death recorded in Andalucía, the second in Spain: The Junta de Andalucía’s Ministry of Health has confirmed that a 31-year-old man has died of monkeypox virus, the first death from the virus in the region. He had been admitted to the intensive care unit at the Reina Sofía university hospital in Cordoba.
– There are currently 525 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Andalucía, with the highest number being in Malaga (246), Seville (115) and Cadiz (60) provinces. According to the National Epidemiological Network (RENAVE) of Spain, a total of 4,298 cases have been recorded in the country so far.
– Of the 3,750 monkeypox cases for which information is available, 120 people were admitted to hospital and two have died.
– This first death in Andalucía is the second in Spain. Both victims were men and died of encephalitis associated with the monkeypox virus. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/first-monkeypox-virus-death-20220801121159-nt.html

SPAIN

Spain will experience higher temperatures and less rainfall than usual until November: {Translation, summary}
– August begins as July ended, with intense heat in much of the country, with temperatures up to 10 degrees higher than normal depending on the area. With a view to the future, not only is August expected to follow this line of infrequent scorching weather, but also September and October will be hotter and less rainy than previous reference periods, according to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), in accordance with long-term prediction models.
– Since June, there have been several prolonged and consecutive episodes of thermometers reaching at least 40 degrees Celsius. AEMET spokesman Rubén del Campo has warned that the start of autumn will not bring an abrupt drop in temperature; over the next three months it seems that it will continue to rain less than normal and temperatures will remain warmer.
– Specifically, he points out that the quarterly forecast, according to the most feasible scenarios, points to an August-October period with a 60% probability of being warmer than normal in most of the Peninsula and the Balearic Islands. In fact, there is only a 10% chance of below-average temperatures in the coming months.
– As for rainfall, he sees no clear trend in the eastern third of the peninsula, i.e. on the Mediterranean side, nor is there one for the Balearic Islands. In the rest of the Peninsula and the Canary Islands, the models do observe a 45% probability that the quarter formed by August, September and October will have less rain than normal and only a 20% probability that it will be more rainy. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5037354/0/espana-sufrira-hasta-noviembre-temperaturas-mas-elevadas-y-menos-lluvias-de-lo-habitual/

Supreme Court of Spain allows second-hand home buyers to claim damages directly from developers: The supreme court has recognized the right of a dozen buyers of second-hand homes to claim damages, flaws and improvements found in their homes from developers if they do not correspond to the initial offer. The judges of the civil chamber understand that, although these affected bought their homes from previous owners and not directly from the promoters, they have the right to have these companies pay for the improvements to the doors and cabinets that were of inferior quality. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/the-supreme-court-allows-second-hand-home-buyers-to-claim-damages-directly-from-developers/

The Government proposes that official secrets can remain classified for more than 50 years: State secrets can be secrets forever with the current law, which was enacted in 1968. The Government approves this Monday the Draft Law on Classified Information with which it intends to replace that Francoist rule and adapt Spanish legislation to EU standards , but also NATO. The main novelty of the text is that a maximum term will be established in general for the information that the State wants to restrict to remain opaque. “The periods for declassification of documentation range from four to 50 years, and may be extended in some cases,” government sources report. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/the-government-proposes-that-official-secrets-can-remain-classified-for-more-than-50-years/

ANDALUCIA

Until Friday, heat and more suffocating heat in Andalusia: {Translation}
– Andalusia will maintain high temperatures that may exceed 42 degrees in the Guadalquivir Valley from Monday until part of Thursday, and will experience a generalised decrease over the weekend, due to the arrival of a southeasterly wind.
– This has been indicated by the territorial delegate of Aemet, Juan de Dios del Pino, in which he explained that temperatures close to 42 degrees will be reached in Jaen, Cordoba and Seville, where the orange heat alert will be activated. “Almeria, Granada and Malaga will follow this line, although to a lesser extent, having yellow warnings,” he added.
– However, he pointed out that from Friday there will be “a drop in temperatures, which will be between five and six degrees, so the week will end with 35-36 degrees inland”. The Costa del Sol will escape this drop, as a “slight upturn” is estimated for Saturday and Sunday, days on which thermometric values may increase.
– Del Pino pointed out that the reason for the thermal behaviour of this period is due to the expansion of “a south-westerly wind produced only during the afternoons that will arrive after the highs have occurred”, so that “there will not be a drop in daytime temperatures for the first half of the week”.
– Along these lines, he stressed that in the second half of the week this wind “will be constant, blowing practically all day, and, although it will not be particularly strong, it will lower temperatures due to the Atlantic mass”. “Storms with little or no rainfall are also expected in the eastern sierras at the beginning of the week,” he stressed.
– With regard to the general forecast for August, Del Pino stressed that the forecast “is consistent with climate change”, so “temperatures are expected to rise and rainfall to fall”. Temperatures are expected to be one or two degrees above average and rainfall below normal, although this is not a cause for concern because August is not a particularly rainy month, with some exceptions where storms occur,” he remarked.
– Thus, the Aemet establishes a 60% probability for a scenario in which temperatures in August are above average, 30% for the case in which they may be around average, and 10% for temperatures to be below normal. “When working in the long term, several scenarios are established, and most of them point to above-average temperatures,” he concluded. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1066941/hasta-el-viernes-calor-y-mas-calor-sofocante-en-andalucia/

MALAGA

Malaga metro and bus travel will be 30% cheaper from next month: The Junta de Andalucía has confirmed that it will be going ahead and introducing a 30% discount on Malaga metro and bus journeys from 1 September. It will be applied to the price of the city’s travel card and means that the cost of a suburban journey within Malaga will be 57 céntimos instead of 82. The regional government is implementing the discount, which is part of a recent package of measures aimed at alleviating the cost of living crisis, despite uncertainty about how much the government in Madrid will be contributing to the cost. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-metro-travel-discount-20220801104126-nt.html

EUROPE

France Lifts COVID Entry Restrictions for All Travellers: Starting today, August 1, all travellers will be able to enter France without having to follow any COVID-related entry rules as the country has decided to drop all of its restrictions. The decision on the lifting of the COVID entry restrictions was announced by the French Ministry of Interior.
According to the Ministry, all travellers, regardless of their country of origin, will no longer be required to present a vaccination, recovery, or test certificate upon their arrival. In addition, they will be able to enter France for all kinds of purposes without having to provide a compelling reason to justify the need to enter the territory of France. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/france-lifts-covid-entry-restrictions-for-all-travellers/

SPORTS

F1 News- Fernando Alonso signs to Aston Martin for 2023 on multi-year contract: Aston Martin have moved swiftly to announce a replacement for Sebastian Vettel, swapping one world champion for another with Fernando Alonso agreeing to join the team in 2023 on a multi-year deal. Alonso returned to Formula 1 in 2021 with Alpine after a two-year sabbatical and has delivered a string of impressive drives alongside Esteban Ocon.
But when Vettel announced last Thursday that he was retiring at the end of the season, Alonso emerged as a favourite to replace him given his wealth of F1 experience that includes two World Championships. Full Article & Photo Credit: https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.breaking-fernando-alonso-signs-to-aston-martin-for-2023-on-multi-year.1i8QwJht5v7dBCWFCcrqml.html

HEALTH

Germany Admits On Twitter, TWICE, That Covid Vax Causing Severe Reactions in 1 Out of 5000 Doses Administered (.2 in 1000):
– The Paul Ehrlich Institute (PEI), which uses the handle “@PEI-Germany” is Germany’s federal institute for vaccines and biomedical drugs.
– I have provided a link to the source report as well as the two tweets in original and English translation. Lower tweet says: “Correction: The reporting rate for serious reactions is as follows @PEI_Germany 0.2 reports per 1,000 vaccine doses.” The figure came from a PEI safety report summarizing suspected cases of side effects and vaccination complications that were reported to PEI between Dec. 27, 2020, when Germany launched its vaccination campaign, and March 31, 2022, titled “Report on suspected cases of side effects and vaccination complications after vaccination to protect against COVID-19 (reporting period December 27, 2020 to March 31, 2022)”.
PEI safety report, pdf file, German, 26 pages, download at: https://www.pei.de/SharedDocs/Downloads/DE/newsroom/dossiers/sicherheitsberichte/sicherheitsbericht-27-12-20-bis-31-03-22.pdf
Tweets at:
https://twitter.com/BMG_Bund/status/1549797012064854019
https://twitter.com/BMG_Bund/status/1550077552722644992

OTHER

On Twitter- Russia’s Plan For The Future of Europe?: {Translation, summary}
– A map circulating on Twitter Monday, in which the whole of Europe appears divided into new states or regions, proclaims one new region as the Independent Republic of Malaga. The authorship of this map is attributed to Russia, where according to the users who are sharing it on social networks, it is trending on Telegram.
– They call it the “decolonisation of Europe” and it would be produced after Russia’s supposed victory in the Ukrainian war. In it, Spain is divided into six states: the Republic of Galicia, the Kingdom of Navarre, the Republic of Catalonia, the Republic of Castile, the Republic of Valencia, and the Independent Republic of Malaga.
– It is difficult to know the veracity of this map, and whether it really comes from some Russian plan on how to divide Europe, but it is not the first map of this type to circulate on social networks.
– In 2017, in the midst of the crisis in Catalonia with the referendum and the unilateral declaration of independence, some Spanish media echoed a sketch broadcast by Russian television stations showing a divided Spain, with problems of secessionism not only in Catalonia, but also in the Balearic Islands, Valencia, the Basque Country, Asturias, Galicia, even Andalusia and Murcia. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/mapa-Rusia-dividir-Europa-republica-independiente-Malaga_0_1706529827.html

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DigameXtra No. 2323 – WEEKEND EDITION – Saturday, July 30th, 2022 – Next Issue Tuesday, August 2nd

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Trapiche Market is closed for the summer holidays:
Next market is Tuesday 6th September 2022 from 09:30 hrs -13:30 hrs every Tuesday.
We wish you all a fantastic summer and hope to see you all in September.
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If you would like a stall for September please contact Anita. We have space for second hand stalls, a hair dresser, a nail technician, craft stalls and more!
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Almuñécar’s weekly markets suspended during August:
Almuñécar town hall has announced that the town’s weekly Friday market will not be held on 5 and 12 August as the town’s feria (fair) will be held during that week. In addition, the Sunday flea market will not be held from Sunday 31 July to 28 August, as the Blas Infante site will be used for extra parking, especially at weekends. Photo: Visitalmunecar.es. Source: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/almunecars-weekly-markets-20220729105149-ntvo.html

Bea’s Postamt- Torrox Costa: Open Mic & Jam hosted by Bernd
Saturday, 30 July, from 21.30. All musicians welcome.
Please bring your own instrument. BLQ 80 Torrox Costa

Concerts- Marmoucha Orchestra: Fri 5Aug & Sun 7Aug
Parque El Majuelo. Avenida Europa, s/n, 18690 Almuñécar
16 musicians and singers on stage. With a refreshing program from Vivaldi To Dvorak…12 Masters Of String/wood
Advance ticket: Day 5 August: €13.50, Day 7 August: €16.50
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COVID & MONKEYPOX

Monkeypox Spain- Health confirms the first death in Spain from monkeypox: Spain has reported Europe’s first monkeypox-related death of the current outbreak – and the second outside of Africa. The country’s health ministry confirmed the death on Friday, but did not release further details about the person.
– Brazil reported the first monkeypox-related death outside the African continent in the current outbreak, earlier on Friday.
– In its latest report, the Spanish health ministry said 4,298 cases had been confirmed in the country. Of the 3,750 patients it had information on, it said 120 have been hospitalised – accounting for 3.2% – and one has died, without providing further details. Full article: https://news.sky.com/story/spain-confirms-europes-first-known-monkeypox-related-death-of-current-outbreak-12661601

Covid Malaga- Nine new deaths as hospitalizations drop: {Translation, summary} July 29, 2022 15:39h
– Figures from the twice-weekly report issued by the Regional Ministry of Health show another nine deaths have been recorded with the virus. The rate has fallen by half compared to 15 days ago and there has been a significant drop in the number of hospitalised patients.
– There are currently 132 patients in Malaga’s hospitals, eight of whom are in intensive care. The figure represents a significant decrease compared to last Tuesday, when there were 155. This means 23 fewer patients admitted. However, it should be kept in mind that nine deaths have been recorded, so that the reduction is not only due to discharges, but also to these deaths. With 132 hospitalised patients, the province leads the autonomous community. It is followed by Seville with 112, Cadiz with 61, Cordoba with 59, Jaen with 57, Granada with 56, Huelva with 54 and Almeria with 47.
– Another positive aspect of the pandemic situation is that the rate has fallen by half since the middle of the month. At that time it stood at 616.8 positive over-60s per 100,000 inhabitants at the provincial level and now stands at 307.5. But this figure does not reflect the full picture either. The reason for this is that now only people over this age, pregnant women, patients at risk and patients showing serious signs are tested for the diagnosis. Moreover, since many cases are mild and are not even detected, this means that the statistical incidence is lower than the real one.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/curados-Covid-Malaga-superan-fallecidos_0_1706230518.html

Covid Granada- Granada has 19 deaths from Covid-19 since Tuesday: {Translation, summary} 29/07/2022 15:24
– Covid-19 infections have risen slightly this Friday in Granada, when 238 positives have been counted in the last 72 hours, which is 38 more than on Tuesday.
– In the last 72 hours, 18 covid cases have been admitted to the hospital, none of whom have required admission to the Intensive Care Unit, leaving 56 patients in the hospital and five in the ICU.
– Nineteen more deaths since Tuesday, bringing the total number of deaths due to the pandemic to 2,243. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/granada-suma-fallecidos-covid-19-coronavirus-martes/

SPAIN

Spanish Police Arrest 2 Nuclear Power Workers for Cyberattacking the Radiation Alert System: Spanish law enforcement officials have announced the arrest of two individuals in connection with a cyberattack on the country’s radioactivity alert network (RAR), which took place between March and June 2021.
The act of sabotage is said to have disabled more than one-third of the sensors that are maintained by the Directorate-General for Civil Protection and Emergencies (DGPCE) and used to monitor excessive radiation levels across the country. The reason for the attacks is unknown as yet. Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2022/07/spanish-police-arrest-2-nuclear-power.html

Another heat wave is on its way to Spain: Another heat wave could be on its way according to meteorologists who say that temperatures could once again touch 45ºC in parts of the country.
The warning comes on Friday, July 29 after a week wherein temperatures eased slightly across most of the country whilst decidedly autumnal days were experienced in Huesca, Lérida or Castellón. These areas saw temperatures drop sharply and the winds blow, accompanied in some areas by heavy hail.
Although Thursday was the first day this July that the temperature did not exceed 40C anywhere in Spain, the nights have remained very warm. Full article: https://euroweeklynews.com/2022/07/29/warning-another-heat-wave-is-on-its-way-to-spain/

Brussels approves the second tranche of 12,000 million funds for Spain: The approval of the section of the second package of milestones and objectives will entail the disbursement of 12,000 million euros, which will be added to the 9,036 million euros of pre-financing in mid-August last year and the 10,000 million euros of the first disbursement, received in 2021. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/brussels-delivers-the-second-tranche-of-12000-million-funds-for-spain/

TORROX

The town of el Morche will hold its traditional fishing competition on Sunday August 7: {Translation, summary}
– The traditional fishing contest at the Fair of El Morche will be held this year on Sunday, August 7
– Registrations, 10 euros per participant, can be made in El Morche at Tiburón Surf and Kiosco Fernando and also in Torre del Mar at Pescamar. For more information please call 607 927 100 and 680 155 101.
– The competition consists of one leg, starting at 8 am from Las Chozas de Los Pescadores, towards the well-known area of Las Nieves, about 5 miles from the coast and 120 metres deep. The boats are scheduled to return at 14.30 h. and the weigh-in will take place.
– The prizes will be for the Biggest Fish (total weight), with trophies and a Shark Surf voucher of 80 euros for the first, 50 euros for the second and 30 euros for the third. In addition to the trophy for the biggest fish, a 50 euro Pescamar voucher will be awarded; there will also be trophies for the biggest Congrio/Morena, and something as special as the 7 Colas Menor. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-morche-celebrara-su-tradicional-concurso-de-pesca-el-domingo-7-de-agosto/

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Rincón de la Victoria takes action due to the exceptional status of the drought and shut the showers of the beaches from 1 August: {Translation, summary}
– The councillor for Beaches, Sergio Díaz (PP), has announced that “the critical situation in which we find ourselves, with water resources at a minimum, forces us to take an urgent decision. From Monday the showers in our municipality will be closed, with only the footbaths available”.
– The City Council is going to place informative stickers along the entire coastline where there are a total of 57 showers. “The water saving will be considerable since not everyone uses water responsibly, going so far as to use the showers for personal hygiene or cleaning beach equipment,” says Díaz. Full article: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-da-un-paso-al-frente-ante-el-estado-excepcional-de-sequia-y-cerrara-las-duchas-de-las-playas-a-partir-del-1-de-agosto/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria celebrates the XXX Flamenco Festival `Puerta de la Axarquía’ on 6 August: {Translation}
– To be held on Saturday 6 August in the courtyard of the CEIP Manuel Laza Palacio. The festival will start at 22:00 hours.
– This year’s festival of singing, guitar playing and dancing features established artists such as the singers Duquende, Pedro Carmona and Chato de Vélez; on guitar: Chaparro de Málaga and Ismael Rueda; on hand-clapping: Juan Laike and Antonio Mole, along with the flamenco group of Cristóbal García.
– Tickets are priced at 12 euros for members, and 15 euros for the rest of the public. They can be purchased at the Rincón de la Victoria Tourist Office, at the club itself, and at the box office on the day of the show. This year tickets can also be purchased online through the ‘Atrapalo’ platform. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-celebra-el-xxx-festival-flamenco-puerta-de-la-axarquia-el-6-de-agosto/

USA

Las Vegas flooding- Multiple casinos, entire Strip, airport under water: Airports, parking lots, and the entire Las Vegas Strip, which houses some of the world’s most famous casinos and hotels, were flooded Thursday night. Heavy rain filled countless buildings as the city put a flash flood and severe thunderstorm warning in place. Video footage shared on Twitter shows the streets of Sin City consumed with floodwater. Videos showed downtown streets turning into small rivers and water pouring into casinos. Other videos posted on social media showed the inside of Circa sportsbook full of floodwater soaking the carpet. Another clip shared online shows water pouring through a hole in the ceiling of Planet Hollywood Casino on Las Vegas Boulevard. Full article: https://nypost.com/2022/07/29/las-vegas-flooding-multiple-casinos-entire-strip-airport-under-water-amid-storm/

TRAVEL NEWS

Easyjet pilots in Spain call nine days of strikes in August: (Updated 2:03pm, July 29) Easyjet pilots in Spain have called a nine-day strike for August to demand better the reestablishment of working conditions enjoyed before the pandemic.
– Easyjet said that it was aware flights out of Barcelona, Malaga and Palma in Mallorca would be affected, saying: “We are disappointed with this action at this critical time for the industry.”
– The strikes will take place in the form of three 72-hour walkouts on August 12, 13 and 14, then again on 19, 20 and 21, and finally on 27, 28 and 29. Full article: https://euroweeklynews.com/2022/07/29/final-three-days-of-easyjet-strikes-in-spain-called-off-by-the-unions/

FINANCIAL

Inflation in Spain climbs to 10.8% in July and marks a new record since 1984: {Translation}
– Inflation rose again in July to 10.8 % in annual terms, due to the rise in food, electricity and clothing and footwear, marking its highest level since September 1984.
– If this figure is confirmed on 12 August, it would mean an increase in inflation of six tenths of a percentage point, since in June this variation was 10.2 %, and would mark the highest rate in almost 38 years.
– This evolution has been due to the rise in food and non-alcoholic beverages and electricity (which became cheaper a year ago), as well as lower sales of clothing and footwear, despite the fall in fuel prices.
– Inflation maintains the upward trend that began in March 2021 and was only interrupted in January, when it moderated by 4 tenths of a percentage point to 6.1%, and in April, when it fell by one and a half points to 8.3%. Once the more volatile items in the shopping basket have been removed, core inflation stood at 6.1%, also six tenths of a percentage point higher than in June. If this figure is confirmed, it would be the highest since January 1993, according to the INE. The Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP, which allows comparisons with other European countries) stands at 10.8 %, eight tenths of a percentage point higher than that recorded the previous month. In monthly rate, its variation is -0.5 %. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1066581/la-inflacion-escala-al-108-en-julio-y-marca-un-nuevo-record-desde-1984/

SPACE

A triple meteoric spectacle is set to grace our skies this weekend:
This weekend, not one, not two, but three meteor showers are active at the same time – combining to provide a celestial firework display almost all through the night. Although the best night to watch will be the evening and night of Saturday (July 30) (through to dawn on Sunday morning), the three showers will be near their peak rates from tonight. Best of all, there’s going to be a new moon, which means there won’t be much glare spoiling the show. Full article: https://www.space.com/a-triple-meteoric-spectacle-is-set-to-grace-our-skies-this-weekend

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DigameXtra No. 2323 Friday, July 29th, 2022

On July 29, 2022July 28, 2022 By Naythan

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Bar Atila: Bad Eye Deer band & Special Music Menu
Saturday 30th July at 9pm
Reservations Essential, please pre-order meals
Contact Frank at Bar Atila to reserve a table
atilabarpuente@gmail.com
630 393 290 (WhatsApp) ; Puente don Manuel

Live Music by Hell Bunny: Saturday 30th July, at 9.30pm
At Venta El Charco, Los Romanes. Come and join us for some great music and good food! To reserve a table call – 952 55 45 40

Summer Festival in Torre de Benagalbón: This weekend from Fri 29 July.
– Friday’s festivities will begin with the opening speech at 22:00 hours by the president of the Amanecer de la Torre Women’s Association, Eduardina Rando. The night will continue with music, the election of the mises, the orchestra ‘Grupo El Tumbao’ and the concert by Tamara Jerez at 00:00 hours.
– On Saturday there will be sports activities and dance groups from the Torresol Association. The night will be dedicated to Andalusian rock with the group ‘Noche Andaluza’.
– On Sunday there will be the typical paella tasting at 15.00 hours and the traditional ‘rociera’ mass at 20.30 hours, followed by a tribute performance to Estopa with the group ‘Destrangis’.
– All the performances are free of charge and take place on the esplanade of the old Torre de Benagalbón railway station.

Nerja Caves 61 Festival:
Rosario Flores: July 30th, 22:30 h.
Tix & Info: https://www.malagaentradas.com/?entradas=cueva-de-nerja-61-festival&eid=2216 & VIDEO LINK

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Services Wanted/Offered

The Greek House– Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar, Torrox Costa:
Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Mussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits (prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. For dessert, HOMEMADE BAKLAVA! We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 7:30pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call telephone number 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre
– 2 candle holders 15€
– Wolfcraft folding work bench Price 30€
– Cut glass glasses with blue stems (sold together) price 15€
contact Jackie / nerja 672170429
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For Sale, 3 items:
– Child’s car seat €20
– Booster seat €10
– non slip/protective under mat €5, All three for €30
Well used by granddaughters, but in good condition.
Can meet locally in Sayalonga, or Algarrobo Lydl car park, free by arrangement. Other delivery will cost 5€.
Tel Yvonne or Michael 711074241 (Sayalonga) or
email: michael.qed@gmail.com

For Sale: 6 small cut-off old French shutters, Brocante style, solid wood. 66 cm x 28 cm ( 26.5” x 11”). Great for small windows or craft projects. Need some clean-up. 25€ for a set of 2.
Patricia , Velez-Malaga. 693373530 or whatsapp.

News & Articles

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SPAIN

Banking giant Barclays to close all accounts of Brits living in Spain: {Full article from thelocal.es}
– Customers of Barclays Bank who are living in Spain and other EU countries have been receiving letters telling them that their UK accounts will be closed by the end of the year.
– A number of readers of The Local’s network of news websites have contacted us to report receiving either letters or messages in their online banking telling them that their accounts would be closed because of their residency in Spain or in other countries in the EU.
– A Barclays spokesperson told The Local: “As a ring fenced bank, our Barclays UK products are designed for customers within the UK.” “We will no longer be offering services to personal current account or savings customers (excluding ISAs) within the European Economic Area. We are contacting impacted customers to give them advance notice of this decision and outline the next steps they need to take.”
– Customers are being given six months to make alternative arrangements. The changes affect all personal current accounts or savings accounts, but do not affect ISAs, loans or mortgages.
– During the Brexit transition period Barclays closed Barclaycard accounts of customers in Spain, but did not indicate any changes to standard bank accounts.
– Around the same time several other British high street banks began closing accounts of British customers who live in the EU, although with the exception of Barclaycard customers in Spain who were largely spared.
– Many UK nationals who live in Spain maintain at least one UK bank account – in addition to a Spanish account – sometimes just for savings but others use their accounts regularly to receive income such as pensions or income from rental property or – for remote workers – to receive income for work done in the UK. Not having a UK bank account can make financial transactions in the UK more complicated or incur extra banking fees.
– Since Brexit, the UK banking sector no longer has access to the ‘passporting’ system which allows banks to operate in multiple EU countries without having to apply for a separate banking licence for each country. And it seems that many UK high street banks are deciding that the extra paperwork is not worth the hassle and are withdrawing completely from certain EU markets.
– When British banks began withdrawing services from customers in the EU back in 2020, a UK government spokesman told British newspaper The Times that “the provision of banking services is a commercial decision for firms based on a number of factors” so Brits in Spain probably shouldn’t hold their breath for any help from that direction. Article posted in full as the website blocks many visitors for some unknown reason: https://www.thelocal.es/20220728/banking-giant-barclays-to-close-all-accounts-of-brits-living-in-spain/

TORROX

Local Holiday: Friday, August 5th is a local holiday in Torrox, many businesses close. Thanks to DigameXtra sponsor Malagalingo for providing this link to a website that lists all the Torrox holidays, even those not on the Junta de Andalucia website! I will soon post a short tutorial showing how you can see your town holiday agenda on this Spanish website calendar, with local holidays for all the villages. -Ed.
https://www.foro-ciudad.com/malaga/torrox/calendario-laboral-2022.html

NERJA

`Verano en los Cangrejos´ de Nerja (`Summer in the Crabs of Nerja) 2022: {Translation, summary} The Plaza Fábrica de los Cangrejos (Crab Factory Square) is once again hosting the traditional program of free open-air shows for the summer season in Nerja. This year a total of 32 activities have been programmed, from the 1st of August until the 1st of September, which will start at 22:00 hours, except for the family theatres which will be on Sundays at 21:00 hours. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/vuelve-el-verano-en-los-cangrejos-de-nerja/

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Vélez-Málaga presents a schedule of concerts in the cultural spaces of the historic centre of the city: {Translation, summary}
The activities will take place in the Centre of Contemporary Art ‘Francisco Hernandez’, and the Palacio Marqués de Beniel, which will become the stage for musical performances of various styles, and that will take place on Wednesdays in August and September. The entrance is free until capacity is full. All concerts during the month of August will be at 21.00 hours and during the month of September, the time will be at 20.00 hours. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/velez-malaga-presenta-una-programacion-de-conciertos-en-espacios-culturales-del-centro-historico-de-la-ciudad/

TRAVEL NEWS

EasyJet strikes called off in Spain after cabin crew pay rise agreement reached: The Spanish trade union USO announced today, Thursday, 28 July, an agreement with easyJet for a 22 per cent base pay rise for cabin crew members over three years, immediately calling off the last three days of strike action, which were due to take place from Friday, 29 July, until Sunday, 31 July.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/strike-pay-rise-deal-easyjet-20220728173932-nt.html

Cracking Down on Fake News- ETIAS Travel Authorization for EU Does Not Become Mandatory on January 1, 2023: With the date on which the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) becomes mandatory for travellers from about 60 world countries travelling to the European Union and Schengen Area countries approaching, the number of fake news regarding the new scheme is also increasing.
– In recent days, many online media, even some famous and widely-read international ones, have reported that the ETIAS will become mandatory on January 1, 2023, thus causing confusion amongst travellers who will need the ETIAS.
– The statement is not true, as the ETIAS is set to become fully effective only at the beginning of the fifth month of 2023, on May 1, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.
– Americans, British citizens, Canadians, Albanians, Emiratis, and more will be subject to the ETIAS requirement nine months from now.
– According to SchengenVisaInfo.com, the ETIAS authorization application procedures will be simple and quick. Travellers will have to complete an online form with information regarding their identity, travel intention, and background security information.
They need to upload a scanned copy of their passport and a digital biometric photo. A fee of €7 is required, and the same should be paid online. Travellers are not required to go to an embassy, provide their fingerprints, or attend an interview, though such things may be required in extraordinary and very rare cases.
Every traveller who obtains an ETIAS will be able to use it for a period of three years or until their passport is no longer valid, whichever comes before. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/cracking-down-on-fake-news-etias-travel-authorization-for-eu-does-not-become-mandatory-on-january-1-2023/

TECH

More Hack Attacks From The Cloud- New Ducktail Infostealer Malware Targeting Facebook Business and Ad Accounts: Facebook business and advertising accounts are at the receiving end of an ongoing campaign dubbed Ducktail designed to seize control as part of a financially driven cybercriminal operation.
“The threat actor targets individuals and employees that may have access to a Facebook Business account with an information-stealer malware,” Finnish cybersecurity company WithSecure (formerly F-Secure Business) said in a new report.
– The idea is to target employees with high-level access to Facebook Business accounts associated with their organizations, tricking them into downloading supposed Facebook advertising information hosted on cloud services Dropbox, Apple iCloud, and MediaFire. In some cases, the archive file containing the malicious payload is also delivered to victims through LinkedIn, ultimately allowing the attacker to take over any Facebook Business account.
– Facebook Business administrators are advised to review their access permissions and remove any unknown users to secure the accounts, delete any downloads associated with the unknown user, and then run a full system malware scan after the removal. Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2022/07/new-ducktail-infostealer-malware.html

SPACE

A Subterranean World on the Moon? NASA Finds Pits and Caves:
Scientists have found areas within Moon pits that always remain around 63 degrees Fahrenheit, or 17 degrees Celsius. Scientists say that these pits and caves could be turned into a “subterranean world” where astronauts could live, work, and explore the lunar surface. Photo: NASA/GSFC/ASU. Full article: https://curiosmos.com/moon-pits-caves-surface/ & VIDEO LINK

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Nerja 952 524 519
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Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
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DigameXtra No. 2322 Thursday, July 28th, 2022

On July 28, 2022July 27, 2022 By Naythan

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101 Music Festival Costa del Sol: Concert by Miguel Ríos & The Black Betty Trio Friday July 29th 10pm at the Plaza de Toros de la Malagueta (Malaga). Ticket link on FB page.

Donde Estabas Entonces Music Fest 2022- El Morche:
Friday 29 July 22:00 Free entry
Campo de Futbol, El Morche, Torrox. FB

Alhautor 2022 Festival: Aug 4-7.
Finca el Porton, Alhaurin de la Torre
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One For The Kids- Cosplay Workshop: The Youth Information Center will host next Friday, July 29, at 5:30 p.m., a free cosplay workshop organized by the Nerja Youth Association with the collaboration of the Youth Council. Cosplay is an increasingly popular activity among young people, where participants, known as cosplayers, wear costumes and accessories that represent characters from series, movies, books and video games.
Register via email associationjuvenilnerja@gmail.com or by phone, at 641471075 (WhatsApp). Source:
https://www.nerja.es/el-centro-de-informacion-juvenil-acoge-un-taller-de-cosplay

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Cambrian Restoration And Antiques:
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My showroom is open on Fridays and Saturdays, 10:00-14:00, or you may telephone for an appointment outside of these hours.
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This week’s selection of items on sale:
– For Sale: Bow Corner Cupboard.
Nineteenth Century oak and mahogany bow-front corner cupboard with inlay and cross banding. An attractive piece of furniture with brass escutcheons and H hinges.
Height 105 cm. Width 74 cm. Depth 50cm. Price 185 euros.
– For Sale: Pine Shelves
Small attractive pine unit with two drawers and hand carving.
Height 60 cm. Width 50 cm. Depth 12 cm. Price 30 euros.

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre
– Narrow sideboard with marble top 124 x 27 x 81cms. Price 125€
– Folding picnic table 120 x 60cms 15€
– Step ladder 20€
contact Jackie / nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
– 2 wrought iron garden chairs with custom-made seating pads and removable, washable covers. 15€ each.
– Glass-topped coffee table made of durable, easy-care, plastic.
119(L)x60(W)x33(H)cms. 50€ (130€ new)
Collection only. Claire, Mezquitilla, Algarrobo Costa.
clairee_tomkins@hotmail.com

For Sale, 3 items:
– 2x bookcases
– sideboard
Purchased from IKEA, each unit 75 Euros, to be collected from Arenas. Please contact Richard, Algarrobo.
Email: richard.p.haughton@gmail.com

For Sale: Car cooler box by Rocktrail. Comes with extension lead. Like new. €20 Trevor / Lynn. Nerja
Email: trevor.pavitt AT yahoo D0T co.uk

News & Articles

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TORRE DEL MAR

Stampedes, fights and panic attacks- Lack of control and safety ends Morad concert at Torre del Mar fair abruptly: More than ten thousand people crowded into the fairground to see the controversial Catalan artist in a free event, which the mayor ordered to be cancelled just an hour into the performance.
Crowd surges, stampedes, people climbing on the structures, acts of vandalism and panic attacks; this is how last night’s Morad concert to mark the last night of Torre del Mar’s fair ended. Full article & photo credit: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/torre-del-mar-morad-20220727132732-nt.html

MALAGA

Fifty restaurants take part in the province’s unique Huevo de Toro tomato gastronomic route: The Huevo de Toro tomato route returns to Malaga province. This Friday, 29 July, sees the start of a new edition of the gastronomic route featuring this local delicacy. On this occasion, fifty restaurants from different parts of the province of Malaga will take part in the initiative, which runs until 31 August. The establishments taking part are located in Alhaurín de la Torre, Alhaurín el Grande, Almayate, Álora, Antequera, Archidona, Benalmádena, Coín, Fuengirola, Malaga city, Pizarra and Valle de Abdalajís. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/huevo-de-toro-tomato-20220727162559-nt.html

MOTRIL

Tenth edition of the Music Festival South has eight varied concerts to Motril: {Translation, summary}
– The tenth edition of the Music Festival South of Motril composed of eight concerts which will take place between 24 September and 1 October, at the Teatro Calderón in Motril and other spaces of the town, such as the Factory Pillar, the Real Club Náutico and the Palace Ruiz de Castro.
– Juan Carlos Garvayo presented the programme of the festival, which will be inaugurated on Saturday 24 September by the young string quartet Kandinsky and the veteran Trio Arbós, together with the soprano Ruth Rosique, with a concert of French music with works by Chausson, Berlioz and Fauré.
– The Vienna-based Kadinsky Quartet, whose members include cellist Antonio Gervilla from Granada, will also bring the music of Haydn and Bartók to the old sugar warehouse of the Fábrica del Pilar in Motril on Sunday 25th. On the same day, at the Teatro Calderón, Juan Manuel Cañizares, one of the greatest flamenco guitarists of all time will perform music from his own compositions and those of Manuel de Falla, accompanied by the bailaor Ángel Muñoz.
– The Cuarteto Diotima, resident ensemble of the festival and regular guest at the world’s greatest concert halls, will offer, on Tuesday 27th, at the Teatro Calderón, their interpretation of two great works of the quartet repertoire -Webern and Schumann- and a masterpiece of our times, Arcadiana by Thomas Adès.
– Following the tradition of Música Sur of dedicating one of its concerts to silent films with live music, the Trio Arbós will put to music, on Thursday 29th, at the Teatro Calderón, three short films of very different styles in which the theme of love is the protagonist: surrealism, suspense and fun united by the music of the North American composer Stephen Prutsman.
– The Real Club Náutico de Motril will be the stage on Friday 30 September for the best jazz in the world, performed by the New York quartet Or Baretek Quartet, led by the Israeli double bass player Or Baretek. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/festival-musica-sur-ocho-conciertos-cuartero-kandinsky-trio-arbos-guitarrista-canizares/ & VIDEO LINK

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria celebrates the Festival de la Zarzuela, with two major stage productions; ‘The barber of Seville’ and ‘Las Leandras’: {Translation, summary}
– The new edition of the Zarzuela Festival, by the company Teatro Lírico Andaluz, this year will present the musical productions; ‘The Barber of Seville’ and ‘Las Leandras’ on 26 and 27 August.
– The courtyard of the CEIP Manuel Laza Palacio will host the staging of these two shows with a wide deployment of technical resources and a team of more than fifty people including performers, orchestra, choir, production, costumes and lighting, and with the presence of artists of national and international popularity such as the musical director, José Manuel Padilla, and the artists Gema Scabal, Carlos London, Rafael Álvarez de Luna, Luis Pacetti, Adolfo Pastor, David Sentinella, Rosa Ruiz, and Lorena Zayas, as well as the elected members of the Malaga theatre company.
– ‘El barbero de Sevilla’ by Cadiz-born Gerónimo Giménez and Manuel Nieto is a jewel of Spanish zarzuela. Las Leandras’, zarzuela revista, is one of the funniest librettos in existence by the Granada composer, Francisco Alonso.
– Each show lasts approximately an hour and a half. Both musicals will start at 22.00 hours. Tickets can be purchased at Calasur Travel in Calle Granada, 10 Rincón de la Victoria, in advance for 16 euros, or at the box office for 18 euros. For more information please contact the following telephone number: 951501097/8.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-celebra-el-festival-de-la-zarzuela-con-dos-grandes-producciones-escenicas-el-barbero-de-sevilla-y-las-leandras/

FRIGILIANA

Frigiliana back to the middle ages with the Festival 3 Cultures: {Translation}
– Like every last weekend in August – except for the pandemic incursion – Frigiliana goes back to the Middle Ages through the Festival 3 Culturas. An event that seeks to bring Muslim, Christian and Sephardic customs and customs to the present, as well as to pay homage to the legacy that all of them left in the town.
– The meeting, therefore, is claimed as one of the most important celebrations of the province, since it is a “faithful claim and an attractive pole” of visitors, in the words of the deputy of Culture, Victor Gonzalez.
– From 25 to 28 August, the municipality will host a wide range of events. These include: craft markets, parades, conferences, a tapas route, cinema sessions, theatrical performances, storytelling service… And, of course, Moorish, Mudejar and batting routes.
The activities, as explained by the Councillor for Culture of the municipality, Carmen Cerezo, will take place throughout the day in the space that separates the Plaza de la Iglesia from the Parque de Andalucía.
– The event will also be enlivened with 10 live music concerts by local artists, such as Eduardo López, and national artists, such as La Mari de Chambao, who will return to the stage in Frygillia [sic] 14 years after being chosen to open the festival. “The only thing the visitor has to do is come and enjoy, the rest is up to us”, Cerezo reiterated. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/ocio/Frigiliana-medievo-festival-3-culturas_0_1705630153.html

GRANADA

XXI Maracena Flamenco Festival: {Translation, summary}
Friday August 5th, 22:30 pm in the Amphitheater Municipal Carlos Cano. Juan Pinilla, Pedro El Granaino, Álvaro Rodríguez and Filo de los Patios will be on vocals. On guitar David Caro, Antonio Soto, Paco Cortés and Patrocinio Hijo. Juan Layker and Fernando Santiago on palmas (hand-clapping), and Anabel Moreno and her flamenco group on baile (dance). The event will be presented by the writer and journalist Emilio Morales.
Tickets are priced at five euros, and are on sale from this Wednesday at the Casa de la Cultura until the end of July; from 1 August they will be available at the reception of the Ayuntamiento de Maracena. They will also be on sale at the box office on the day of the festival. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/juan-pinilla-abrira-festival-flamenco-maracena/

RONDA

Pueblos Blancos Music Festival: The Pueblos Blancos Music Festival returns 28-31 July for its fifth edition after the hiatus caused by the pandemic. One of the most loved cultural events in the region, it features North American roots music, rock, soul, country, Tex-Mex, Latin, blues and more.
Some 20 artists, mainly from Austin, Texas, will play in Ronda and Montejaque and in Grazalema and Villanueva del Rosario, which are located in the Sierra de Cádiz, although due to their proximity to the Serranía de Ronda they are included. Photo: Vanessa Melgar. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/ronda/pueblos-blancos-music-festival-20220727164536-nt.html

UK

Britons Surprised by Spain’s Requirement to Prove Financial Sufficiency for Their Holidays: Spain’s recent requirement to ask holidaymakers to show they have enough money for their trips at the rate of €100 or £85 per day has not been welcomed by Britons.
– It has been reported that financial requirements go even further after passengers are also required to have €900, together with two other forms of proof, a return or onward ticket and evidence of accommodation.
– The recent changes have surprised many people after border guards are not required to check all arrivals, despite the fact that tourists must still meet the requirements in order to enter Spain.
Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/britons-surprised-by-spains-requirement-to-prove-financial-sufficiency-for-their-holidays/

EUROPE

Some Airlines Are Illegally Preventing Some EU Citizens From Travelling to UK: The Independent Monitoring Authority (IMA), a watchdog that monitors the rights of EU and Schengen Area citizens post-Brexit, has sent a letter to all carriers flying travellers from the EU to the UK, urging them to respect the Home Office’s guidance in this regard. In its letter, the IMA claims that they have received several complaints by EU and Schengen Area citizens protected by the EU Withdrawal Agreement and EEA/EFTA Separation Agreement, that carriers are asking them to provide proof of status in the UK, and prevented them from boarding their flights with only an ID card. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/watchdog-airlines-are-illegally-preventing-some-eu-citizens-from-travelling-to-uk/

Farmers in the Netherlands block entire highways as mass protests continue: Farmers in the Netherlands are continuing their mass protests, blocking entire highways with manure and by setting hay on fire, as reported on Wednesday, July 27.
– The mass farmers protests seen in the Netherlands are due to their outrage over new government regulations that will force them to reduce their nitrogen fertiliser compounds, leading to a reduced number of their livestock, ultimately causing bankruptcy in family-owned businesses.
– The farmers protests have since been seen in Poland, Italy, and Spain, after strikes in the Netherlands have led to many supermarkets running out of food, as the anti-government movement continues. Full article with video: https://euroweeklynews.com/2022/07/27/watch-farmers-in-the-netherlands-block-entire-highways-as-mass-protests-continue/

TRAVEL NEWS

Ryanair cabin crew strikes in Spain extended until 7 January: The USO and Sitcpla unions announced on Wednesday, 27 July, that they are extending the strike days, which began in July, until 7 January. The new strike call, for 24-hour stoppages, Monday to Thursday, weekly, will begin on 8 August.
– “Given that Ryanair has not shown the slightest attempt at rapprochement with the unions but, on the contrary, has publicly stated its refusal to engage in any dialogue with the elected representatives of its crew members, USO and Sitcpla have been forced to continue the strike and call new dates, after listening to the workers”, union officials said. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/ryanair-cabin-crew-strikes-20220727113819-nt.html

TECH

These 28 Android Apps with 10 Million Downloads from the Play Store Contain Malware: As many as 30 malicious Android apps with cumulative downloads of nearly 10 million have been found on the Google Play Store distributing adware. “All of them were built into various programs, including image-editing software, virtual keyboards, system tools and utilities, calling apps, wallpaper collection apps, and others,” Dr.Web said in a Tuesday write-up.
While masquerading as innocuous apps, their primary goal is to request permissions to show windows over other apps and run in the background in order to serve intrusive ads. If you have any of these apps installed, uninstall them and then run a malware scan to clean up any leftover malware files. See full list of rogue apps in source article: https://thehackernews.com/2022/07/these-28-android-apps-with-10-million.html

OTHER

Old Folks Boogie- Elderly couple have oral sex in the centre of Zamora: {Translation}
– The Municipal Police intervened on Tuesday following a tip-off from passers-by who saw an elderly couple having oral sex on a bench in the Plaza de la Marina, in the heart of the city centre, police sources confirmed.
– The events occurred on one of the benches of the pedestrian promenade of the Plaza de la Marina, which is a continuation of the Avenida de Requejo in Zamora, and were witnessed by some passers-by who captured the scene with photographs and videos taken with their mobile phones which have been disseminated through social networks, in which it can be seen how the woman performs fellatio on the man. Police officers from the Municipal Police went to the scene and identified the couple, who could be charged with indecent exposure. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1066104/una-pareja-de-ancianos-practica-sexo-oral-en-pleno-centro-de-zamora/

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