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Next National Holiday: Wednesday, May 1st is Fiesta del Trabajo (Labour Day). After May 1st we will see no more national holidays until August 15th for the Assumption of Mary observance. There are, however, some local holidays this summer in various towns and villages, such as the Torrox Fiesta on August 5th. See your local holidays using the links below, in the Useful Links, Info & Numbers section.
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Phoenix Club:The Phoenix Club moves to Chines Heladeria in Caleta de Velez, near the Eclipse Restaurant, Caleta, from Thursday April 25th. The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. We offer an opportunity to make friends, help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips. Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross. We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chines in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo. ***Trips & Events*** May – 3rd – Trip to Gib €22 includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30. – 10th – Cordoba Patios €27pp departs Algarrobo Lidl at 08.30 and returning from Cordoba at 5pm – 16th – Craft Fair and Home baking Sale at our meeting place. June – 8th – Ronda Romantica, come enjoy the historical re-enactments €22pp – 21st – Almodovar Castle in Cordoba, the site of one of the Game of Thrones episode. €27pp – 28th – Trip to the Alpujarras. Visiting a Jamon Factory and then to the pretty village of Pampaneria. €23 pp includes Jamon tasting @ €2.75 pp and drivers tip July – 5th – Trip to Gib €22 and includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30 – 13th – Antequera Light Festival, evening trip €20pp – 19th – Benalmadena Marina €20pp – Why not hop on a catamaran for a dolphin watching trip? – 30th – Fuengirola Tuesday Market For further information please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp) or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk or check out our FB page
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Torrox presents the third edition of Wine Tasting by the Sea (Cata Junto Al Mar): Wednesday, 1 May. Balcon Mirador, Avda. del Faro, Torrox Costa The tasting will start at 12:00 noon, and will feature ambient music and local DJs, as well as leading specialists who will explain both the characteristics of the wines to be tasted and the tasting process for each of the three varieties. From Monday 22 April, free tickets for this event will be available for collection at the Mirador del Faro in the offices of the Mayor’s Office in Torrox, in the El Morche Mayor’s Office or in the Multi-purpose building in Torrox Costa.
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Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar: Av. Moscatel 1”I”, 29740 Torre del Mar (Jardines Viña Malága / Antigua Casa de la Viña) Hours: Wednesday & Friday 10.00 till 13.00. Info: 952543334 – Spanish practice groups (limited size) Wednesday and Friday 10.00 to 13.00. – Wednesdays- Art group, with the crochet & craft group 10.00 to 13.00. – Shop open Wednesdays & Fridays. 11.00 to 13.00. – Friday 26th April – Taize Prayer. At the Parish Church of San Andrés, Torre del Mar. Time after the Mass. Presentations – Wednesday 24th April – “Let’s talk about funerals. The right to choose”. Soup and bread provided after for €3. 12.30 for 13.00. – Friday 10th May – Electricity Bills Talk/Advice. 13.00. Excursions – Tuesday 14th May – Coach excursion to Gaucin. – Friday 7th to Sunday 9th June – Coach excursion to Ronda’s famous Romántica celebration. Call for more details on any of these activities
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Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms:We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service. Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way. With an unrivaled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets. Our full range of services includes: – Installations and Refurbs – Wall & Floor tiling – Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating – Solar Installation – Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after – Electrical works – Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors – Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired https://www.facebook.com/hanningtons.kitchens.and.bathrooms/ Call us : 669 665 156 Email us: hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com ; Our contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue.
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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: josiahamanda@gmail.com My contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue.Here are “before” and “after” pics from my latest job.
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BluCee Real Estate:We are taking our property portfolio to the Canada International Property Show in Toronto on the 27th and 28th of April 2024.Do you want YOUR property getting that kind of exposure? Contact us now or pass by our office for a no obligation chat to see how listing with BluCee can benefit you. Psssst! Don’t forget we will also be in London for the A Place in the Sun Live exhibition 3rd to 5th of May 2024! For an appointment outside of our opening times please contact us. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 17:30. Office location is Calle Timón 11b, Torre del Mar Tel: 0034 951 553 890 Opposite the Taj Mahal restaurant and a few door along from the notary office. For an appointment outside of our opening times or for one of us to view your property please contact us info@blucee.com or 0034 711042727 www.blucee.com We cover the whole coast line and inland. BluCee Real Estate are a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day.
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For Sale: Dining Table and 4 chairs in light oak. Table seats 4-6. Dimensions closed as shown in pic 128cm x 100cm. Extends each end by 40cm to max length of 208cm. This is substantial solid oak wood furniture in excellent condition. Not to be confused with anything you might see in IKEA. €280. Delivery can be arranged. John, Torre Del Mar. Whatsapp 0044 7977049614 Email: jac.johncox@hotmail.com
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For Sale: Flamenca dress. Pink, Purple, Blue and Green. Size 12/14. Perfect for San Isidro. (15 th May). Cleaned and ready to go. 35euros Jackie, Nerja wattsapp 663667950 jackiecrosby2009@hotmail.com
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For Sale, 2 items: – Small computer desk 73cm x 50 cm x 75 cm height Complete with front drawer. In good condition. Surplus to requirements, only 10€ – TV stand unit for living room with cabinet cupboard. White & grey. 120 cm L, 41 cm w, 47cm h. Price 15€ Contact Christine in Puente Don Manuel telephone 665204759
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For Sale: Large Dog Travel Crate Vari Dog Kennel 95X84 X76. Airline permitted. Used but in reasonable condition 30 Euros. Gillian, Torrox. Whatsapp 633405560 or Email: ogillyarmstead@gmail.com
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For Sale: Desk. Large, pretty Indonesian wood desk with top shelved piece. Four small drawers in the main desk body – two each side of the arched knee hole – and four more in the top piece. Very thin split across the desk writing surface wood but perfectly usable as it is or could be an excellent up cycling project. 110cm tall x 107 cm wide x 55cm deep. Photos sent on request. Buyer to collect asap from Torrox Costa (El Penoncillo). 90 euro. Brenda – Torrox Costa Email brendaleetorrox at gmail dot com Tel/WhatsApp 711003687
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For Sale, 2 items (reduced): – E-Bike. F.lli Shiano E-Ride (2023). 290€ ono. 250W motor; Greenway battery; Shimano Tourney TY21 gears; 5 levels of assistance; Front & Rear lights. Security Lock. Nearly new condition. – Portable Amplifier. Boss Roland Street Cube BK (ca. 2020). 150€ ono. Nearly new condition. Compact & Lightweight stereo amp (sounds much louder than 5W!); Batteries or AC; 2-channel independent preamps with EQ; 8 types of COSM amp; 6 types of digital effects (chorus, flanger, phaser, tremolo, delay, and reverb); Tuner; Stereo AUX input – ideal for intimate venues / stage monitor. Call: Graham on 685041422 (Benajarafe – buyer collects)
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Alarm over high electromagnetic pollution in the area around Endesa’s substation in Torrox: {Translation, summary} – A recent report measuring and studying electromagnetic pollution in the vicinity of the CEIP El Faro school in Torrox Park has raised concerns among the local community. Commissioned by the Plataforma Ciudadana contra la Subestación de Torrox Park from an external technician, the report reveals alarming data on exposure to electromagnetic fields in sensitive areas near power lines and other devices. – The conclusions of the report indicate that, although the electromagnetic pollution values are within the limits set by state regulations, applying the precautionary principle of Council of Europe Resolution 1815, the levels must be considered high and of concern. The most critical points identified by the study include the entrance gate to the school, located just below a high-voltage power line, and the residential area through which the same line runs, where the electromagnetic field values are alarming, according to experts in ecological and biological construction. – In addition, the high radiation in the area of the transformer, which is not adequately fenced to protect children, and the interference in a nearby park, where the construction of the substation is taking place, are highlighted. – The report leaves an unknown about the radiation levels inside the school, as the measurement could not be carried out there. Given these findings, it raises the possibility of a future increase in exposure due to the growth in electricity demand and the commissioning of the substation. – In addition to electromagnetic pollution, the contracted technician who authored the report stresses that electrical substations may pose additional risks, such as flooding and fire, which could endanger the local community. In particular, the risk of leukaemia, especially in children, is mentioned as one of the most serious hazards associated with prolonged exposure to electromagnetic fields. – In response to these findings, it is urgently recommended that the high-voltage power line be buried or re-routed to protect the school and residential population from the harmful effects of electromagnetic pollution. It also urges reconsideration of the location of the power substation in a more environmentally and public health appropriate location. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1634265/alarma-por-la-alta-contaminacion-electromagnetica-antes-ya-de-la-subestacion-de-endesa/
ESTEPONA
Estepona, the first municipality on the Costa del Sol to announce that it allows pools to be filled: {Translation, summary} – The Mayor of Estepona, José María García Urbano, announced today that the Town Hall will authorise the filling of communal and private swimming pools this summer after confirming that the water supply is guaranteed in the municipality this summer and after the Junta de Andalucía has left this decision in the hands of the local administrations. – On the other hand, the mayor has announced that Estepona Town Hall is working on the creation of a system to certify swimming pools which, due to their sustainable characteristics, make responsible use of water. In this sense, aspects such as having protective awnings to prevent water evaporation or water treatment systems with water recovery, among others, will be evaluated. Those that obtain this certificate will be guaranteed their use in periods of drought. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1635068/estepona-primer-municipio-de-la-costa-del-sol-en-anunciar-que-permite-llenar-las-piscinas/
PRODUCT ALERT
Plastic in frozen mushroom croquettes sold in Andalucia: {Translation, summary} – The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has been informed by the health authorities of Catalonia, through the Coordinated System for the Rapid Exchange of Information (SCIRI), of the possible presence of plastic fragments in frozen mushroom croquettes of the brands Eroski, Alteza and Bon Preu. – The manufacturer is recalling the product from the market and notifying all its customers. These articles have been distributed in Catalonia, Andalucia, Castile-La Mancha, Castile and Leon, La Rioja, Madrid and the Basque Country. People who have purchased these products are advised not to consume them. Return these items to the place of purchase and request a refund. *Croquetes de ceps BON PREU Lots: 40111 (best-before date Dec-25), 31122 (best-before date Oct-25), and 40124 (best-before date Dec-25) Unit weight: 350 g *Croquettes of boletus edulis mushrooms ALTEZA Lot: 31108 Best before: April-25 Unit weight: 350 g *Boletus edulis croquettes EROSKI Lots: 30610 (best-before date Nov-24) and 31122 (best-before date April-25) Unit weight: 350 g Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/catalunya/catalunya-alerta-posible-presencia-plastico-croquetas-setas-congeladas-distribuidas-pais_1_11306606.html
SPORTS
Tennis News- Weekend Update For Barcelona, Stuttgart and Munich: – Ruud beats Tsitsipas to win Barcelona Open for biggest career title. Casper Ruud {pic} took his revenge against Stefanos Tsitsipas by winning the Barcelona Open final in straight sets on Sunday for his biggest career title, a week after losing to the Greek in the Monte Carlo Masters final. Ruud won 7-5, 6-3 for his first title of the season after losing the three other finals he played this year. – Rybakina ends Swiatek’s Stuttgart reign and will face Kostyuk in final. Elena Rybakina defeated top-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 to reach the Porsche Grand Prix final and end Swiatek’s hopes of a third consecutive title on Saturday. Rybakina, the world No. 4, hit 10 aces and saved 11 of the 13 break points she faced to win the first semifinal at the clay-court tournament in 2 hours, 49 minutes. – Struff beats Fritz in Munich final: Jan-Lennard Struff won his first title at the age of 33 with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Taylor Fritz in the BMW Open final on Sunday. Photo: Joan Monfort. Source: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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The Most Popular English Language Daily Newsletter In Andalucia
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DigameXtra Introduces A New Sponsor BAR NINA- Torrox Costa Welcome Aboard !!
(Previously Bea’s Postamt Bar)
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DUKES BAR (Torrox Costa): This Weeks Sunday Roast: Serving from 13:00-16:00 Main Course 10€, 2 Courses 12.50€, 3 Courses 15€. Bookings Required! Menu Changes weekly! Please Contact us on +34 603 721 258 or message us on Facebook. BLQ 79, Torrox Costa, nearest BLQ to the bus station. www.dukes.es
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Bar Nina is a new Frisian bar on Torrox Costa: We have many nice evenings with live music and entertainment. We have a great terrace in the sun, and delicious Dutch snacks. There is also a pool table. We would like to invite you to come by for a drink or a snack. We hope to see you soon. Bar Nina, Av. Europa, BLQ 80, 29793 Torrox Costa (just off the Paseo Martitimo, formerly Bea’s Postamt Bar) Facebook: Bar Nina Torrox Costa Instagram: bar_nina_torrox_costa Email: barninatorroxcosta@gmail.com ***Upcoming Events** – Friday afternoon, April 19,around 4:00 PM we will play all the great old hits from the 70/80s. Come enjoy the good old times, while enjoying a drink on our beautiful terrace. – Saturday evening, April 20, from 9:00 PM we have a fantastic Live performance by The Wanderers. It promises to be a great evening. Come and join us…
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Degusta Casares food and cultural fair: Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 April. Paseo de la Carrera, Casares. Featuring live music, a tapas route, a gazpacho competition and a ham-cutting competition. Furthermore, visitors will have the opportunity to learn how honey is gathered from a beehive; make cheese and try crafts with ‘pleita’ (esparto grass, pita or palm) as well as learn about the secrets of ornithology. There will also be exhibitions of local fandango dancing and traditional crafts such as sheep shearing and there will be activities for children and talks about the history of Casares. The fair is being held on and around Paseo de la Carrera where in addition to the food and cultural activities, there will also be live music by Compás Flamenco, Al Liquidoi and the Duo Latidos. Saturday 20th April: 11:00 a.m. – Opening of the gastronomic and cultural flea market. 11:30 a.m. – Tour of the façades and alleyways of Casares 12:00 hours – Honey casting workshop 13:00 hours – Gazpacho Casareño (Casares Gazpacho) competition and tasting 13:00 hours – Opening of the children’s area. Gastroludoteca 13:30 – Sheep shearing exhibition. 13:30 – Official opening of the “Ruta de la tapa”. 16:00 – Cheese workshop 17:00 hours – Music with Compás Flamenco 19:00 – Music with Al Liquindoi Sunday 21st April 11:00 a.m. – Opening of the gastronomic and cultural street market 11:30 a.m. – Historical interpretation route 12:00 – Handicraft workshop with pleita (a kind of wool) 12:30 pm – 1st Professional Ham Cutters’ Competition 13:00 – Opening of the children’s area. Gastroludoteca 13:30 – Official opening of the tapas route. 16:00 – Ornithology workshop. 17:00 – Prize-giving ceremony for the competitions 17:30 – Live music by the group Latidos.
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Colmenar Cheese and Honey Gastronomic Days: Friday, April 19 to Sunday, April 21 During these days there will be guided tastings, cheese-making workshops, beeswax candle-making workshops and a Spring market where you can buy local products. Also a tapas route where cheese and honey will be available. Throughout the day: Colmenar Cheese and Honey Gastronomic Route in local bars and restaurants. 11:00-19:00 hours – Spring Market (local products and handicrafts) 12:00 noon – Children’s beeswax candle workshop 12:30 p.m. – Children’s workshop on handmade cheese 12:45 p.m. – Malaga Honey Tasting (Honey Museum) 13:15 – Malaga Cheese Tasting (Honey Museum) 14:00 – Tasting of Montes de Málaga and El Pinsapo cheeses paired with Malaga honey. 16:00-19:00 h. – Inflatable bouncy castle for children 16:30 hours – Children’s pottery workshop 17:00 hours – Candle decoration workshop for adults
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Gaza Benefit Concert by Mentally Ska’d & guests: Saturday 20 April in Comares Musicians in the Axarquía village of Comares on the eastern side of Malaga province are holding a music event to raise money for the innocent victims of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The event is taking place in the Los Ventorros district of the village, in and around Table Mountain restaurant. It starts at 3pm with popular Comares-based ska band Mentally Ska’d along with other local bands and singers including The Hell Yeahs, The Rats, Alice Sparey, Tom Shackleton and Soul FX. Table Mountain restaurant will be joining the fundraiser by donating three euros from every lasagna and pizza served throughout the day. Info: FB Link
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XIX edición del Día del Campo: Benamargosa Sunday, 21 April – At 12.00 hours there will be a reception for the authorities and personalities and the inauguration of the XIX Fiesta del Campo by the Mayor, Salvador Arcas. Half an hour later, the tour of the various exhibitors located in different parts of the old town will begin, with gastronomic tastings of typical Benamargosa products and food such as zoque, 400 litres of baticate, guacamole, ensaladilla cateta, frito moruno and callos. Music by the Panda de Verdiales San Gabriel del Borge. – At 13:00 the Orquesta Rompeolas will perform in the official marquee on the esplanade next to the Benamargosa river. At 14:30 there will be an institutional ceremony for the presentation of mentions and awards. There will be a popular paella of which 1,000 portions have been prepared. – At 16:30 there will be a performance by Natalia Moralo. – At 18:00 the dance group Azahar de Benamargosa and Amigos por el Baile de Vélez-Malaga and Benamargosa will perform. At 19:00 the Orquesta Rompeolas will return; at 20:30 there will be a Tribute to Los Chichos and at 22:00 there will be a concert by Paco Canalla. The party will continue with DJ Mustang.
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Theatrical Historic Tour of Vélez-Málaga ‘Madinat Balish’: The Town Hall of Vélez-Málaga have organised for Saturday 27th April the dramatised route ‘Madinat Balish’ which will take you through the Andalusian legacy of Vélez-Málaga. The Madinat Balish dramatised historical route departs from the Plaza de la Constitución, next to the El Pósito building at 10:30 am. It lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes. It is designed for a maximum of 50 people. The registration period is open, and to do so, please write to the email cultura@velezmálaga.es indicating name and telephone number. Source, Spanish.
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XXXIV Morcilla Day is celebrated in Canillas de Aceituno on Sunday, April 28th: The tasting of the XXXIV Morcilla (blood sausage) Day will begin at two in the afternoon in the Plaza de la Constitución. Sunday’s day will also be enlivened by performances by Carlos Bravo, Carrete 80 and Miranda Cuenca. 5,500 portions of blood sausages will be distributed.
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Vélez-Málaga Primavera Spring Festival will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 30 with free entry: – The Councillor for Youth, Lourdes Piña, has presented the next Spring Festival of Vélez-Málaga, which will be held on April 30 on the esplanade of the Cerro with the best entertainment and trendy djs. From 19.00 hours (doors open at 18.30 hours), and with free entry until full capacity, the Fiesta de la Primavera will feature renowned names such as Pedro Calderón or Flako Fabbio, as well as Sau Dj.
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Cómpeta Solar: -Solar Electric (PV) (Self-Consumption) -Grid Connected or Off Grid Solar Electric -Solar Hot Water -Solar Pool Heating -Heat Pumps -Installation and Repairs Contact: James Bain. Tel: +34 652970608 (Spain) Competa Email: info AT competasolar DOT es ; Web: www.competasolar.es ; We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain: Fortnightly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. Spain or UK. 17 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain. Local & Long-Distance Removals No subcontracting, all collection and delivery in house. Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have guaranteed scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back every month. Also, additional unscheduled to suit your needs. Full or part loads undertaken. Dedicated Delivery Personal Service Full or Part loads up to 60 cubic meters up to 5.5 tonne. All on our own vehicles Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company. Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request. Hard Copies always carried on the vans. This and a current operator’s licence are a legal requirement. Full customs clearance completed in house. We live just behind Torrox Pueblo in Spain and in South Wales UK and have vans going back and forth UK to Spain to UK by way of Santander or Bilbao / Portsmouth or Plymouth Ferry. For more information and prices for all to see please visit our website www.tonyroamremovals.com email: tonyroam@btconnect.com Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003. Face book Tony Roam – WhatsApp Either Number Our contact details are shown every day in the Sponsor’s Section.
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The Greek House – Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar – Torrox Costa: Now Open after our holiday break. 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: 6:30pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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Assisted Living Services in the Axarquia Region: Do you have health or mobility issues? Would support enable you to remain independent in your own home? Liz Brown, probably the only nurse registered to practice in Andalucia to hold the ENB 941 (Specialist qualification in care of the older person), together with her fully insured and police checked home care support team offers one-on-one support and companionship in the comfort of your own home. HOME CARE/NURSE SUPPORT Palliative care / Companionship / Health monitoring English Nurse / Hospital sitting / Respite at home / 24 hr live in care / Housekeeping / Correspondence & Communication / Medication collection & dispensing systems / Dressing, bathing & daily hygiene / Shopping & meal preparation / Fast response Falls Team / Provision of medical equipment such as wheelchairs and hoists englishnurse@rocketmail.com Tel: 951550581 or 692419548 JUBILEE HOUSE – Close Care Unit in Torrox Contact Liz on: 692 419 548 5 ground floor individual units all en-suite 24-hour care at all stages from the English Nurse Care Team Main language- English / Extensive sea views / Wheelchair accessible / Garden / Home cooking / Wifi / Air conditioning / Visiting physiotherapist, hairdresser, chiropodist and nutritionist And we welcome guests for the day. We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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BluCee Real Estate:We are taking our property portfolio to the Canada International Property Show in Toronto on the 27th and 28th of April 2024.Do you want YOUR property getting that kind of exposure? Contact us now or pass by our office for a no obligation chat to see how listing with BluCee can benefit you. Psssst! Don’t forget we will also be in London for the A Place in the Sun Live exhibition 3rd to 5th of May 2024! For an appointment outside of our opening times please contact us. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 17:30. Office location is Calle Timón 11b, Torre del Mar Tel: 0034 951 553 890 Opposite the Taj Mahal restaurant and a few door along from the notary office. For an appointment outside of our opening times or for one of us to view your property please contact us info@blucee.com or 0034 711042727 www.blucee.com We cover the whole coast line and inland. BluCee Real Estate are a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day.
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MOONETTE – Spring into gorgeous radiant skin with Moonette’s anti-ageing skincare range! It’s never too late to regenerate and shine. We are a Torrox-based company specialising in the creation of formulae which help prevent premature skin ageing. We are committed to making effective products at affordable prices. Your skin health matters to us. How you feed your skin is as important as how you feed your body. Why settle for anything less than natural and organic? As our skin is the first layer of our defence against microbial infections, ultraviolet radiation and environmental contamination it plays a vital role in our health. As we grow older, however, our skin becomes thinner, wrinkled, and more sensitive; hence it requires the use of treatments containing specific ingredients to the care of treating mature skin. Recognising this need we have created a range of formulae which help -slow down ageing process by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. -improve facial complexion and eliminate blemishes. At Moonette, we are passionate about health, beauty and plants. Your skin will benefit from the properties of botanic essential oils combined with a selection of nutrients for deep hydration, cell revitalization and antioxidant effect, all sourced from the finest natural ingredients with gorgeous fragrances. Naturally, we care about our planet and feel the need to help reduce the sheer volumes of plastics waste that are generated daily around the globe. Presently, we are minimizing the usage of plastic materials in our production while seeking alternative forms of packaging. To help reduce pollution we are asking all local customers to recycle or reuse their Moonette skincare containers, and offering a small discount on future purchases to customers recycling containers. **Free small testers are available on request** Please contact us to find out more or to order: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MoonetteSkincareShop Email: margaret@moonette.es ; Homepage: www.moonette.es Tel /WhatsApp: +34 650 044 102 Follow us on social media: Facebook @ www.facebook.com/moonette.es Instagram @ moonetteskincare Pinterest @ www.pinterest.es/moonetteskincare
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Compare Funerals cover the whole of Spain ruthforder@comparefuneral.org * Direct Cremation €2,250 * Collection of deceased and conveyance to Funeral Home * Supply of coffin * Preparation and care of deceased * Registration of death and certification of all legal documentation * Cremation and any doctor’s fees * Supply of Urn * Delivery of Urn and associated paperwork to family (death certificate, cremation certificate etc) This plan is exclusive to a number of provinces, please ask advisor for more information. Contact Ruth Forder on 0034 693 715 718 ; Comparefuneral.org Your questions answered by Ruth from Compare Funerals Spain – Why should I have a funeral plan? Having been funeral planning for over 10 year I’ve experienced some very sad and upset families when nothing is in place. A Spanish funeral plans will ensure that all costs are covered for your funeral service. Getting a prepaid plan will help you feel assured that your family will not be under any financial strain when it comes to paying for your funeral. A plan also means you can have peace of mind that everything has been organised in advance, so your loved ones do not have to make any difficult decisions. – Why choose Compare Funerals? There seems to be a gap in Spain between independent funeral directors, offering plans at a good price but lacking the security of an established Trust or ability to cover a client overseas and Providers who seem to charge more than necessary. We want to be right in the middle and offer the best of both worlds. Our best-priced plan is only 2,250€ and does the essentials. – Can I do a payment plan? All our plans are payable in full or over up to 5 years interest FREE. The interest free periods are based on initial deposit. The higher the deposit the less your monthly repayments will be. – Can I transfer the plan? The answer is YES. You could name 2 people on one plan however if you had a friend/family member pass away we can transfer the plan into a 3rd party’s name. – What happens if I move? All our plans offer the equivalent service in Spain (including the islands), Portugal, Republic of Ireland and the UK. If you moved to the UK, we would transfer the plan to one of our many partners at no extra cost to you. – Is paperwork included? Yes, your family will receive a death certificate in Spanish and an international certification in English. We also provide a cremation certificate that allows the ashes on board a plane.
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Great Deals From Upcycling Nerja: – Double bed base 150 x 190cms price 25€ – Double bed with base 150 x 190cms price 65€ Buyer collects – Dahon folding bike, model LMA072H. Ideal to fit in car, only used once, immaculate condition, comes with instruction book. cd key for padlock. touch up paint. Cost over 700€ new. Price 220€ contact Jackie/ nerja 672170429 upcycling nerja st gmail dot com
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For Sale, 3 items: – Reversible bedspread with scatter cushions to match (fits large single bed) 15 euros – White oblong scatter cushions (2) 5 euros – Cushion covers (4), two plain, two, patterned. 5 euros Jan, La Herradura Email: janetgill_9@hotmail.com Buyer collects in La Herradura, or Velez de Benaudalla if easier.
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For Sale, 2 items – Walker, good condition, 25€ – Lovely white rattan chair with cushion, 20€ Jill, Algarrobo 695463385, can meet in Vélez Málaga, or Caleta de Velez
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For Sale, 3 items: – IKEA picture frames bought many years ago still wrapped in plastic 50 euros or near offer. – 5 Clamps & 4 spirit levels 25 euros or near offer. – 2 Small glass top tables 15 euros or near offer. Keith, La Vinuela (lake area) Email: e2property@icloud.com Tel: 07716546001 & on WhatsApp
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FREE: Bidet, never used. Removed from guest bathroom along with bath to change to shower only. Mary, Puente Don Manuel 655640862.
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DoctorLaptop Computer Sales
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For Sale: New High Performance Mini PC. – MOREFINE. (Professional series by Mipowcat, with Crucial SSD & RAM) Windows 11 Pro Processor: Intel N100 (up to 3.40 GHz, premium GPU) Top of the line Crucial* 16GB DDR4-3200 RAM Top of the line Crucial* 1000GB M.2 NVME SSD Dual-Screen 4k Display; 2x HDMI 2.0; WiFi 6; Ethernet; BT 5.2; 4x USB 3 Price, €350, with 2 year factory warranty. Includes set up, updates, basic software and optimization of Windows 11. Ready to use out of the box. Don’t need the setup? Deduct €40, only €310 for a factory sealed unit. *Crucial is a company specializing in high performance, professional grade, computer components. *Add a new business quality UK keyboard & mouse (both wired for USB) for €35. Buyer collects. Contact Naythan, Torrox Costa. Email: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com
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Recommendations & Requests
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Electronic Keyboard Loan:I would like to ask if anyone can lend an electronic piano keyboard to me between 3rd and 7th May? I can pick it up (if it will fit in my car). I will have a friend visiting me in La Vinuela next month. He is a renowned American classical concert pianist (Gustavo Romero) and he normally practises daily for 4 hours. I am trying to find a keyboard he could use while he is here. My location is La Vinuela. Irene, Whatsapp 652060292 Email: irenegrant69@gmail.com
What Could Be Worse Than Rent Control For Property Owners? – The Left-wing faction presses the government to expropriate housing that is not rented out: {Translation} – New attack against private property by Antonio Maestre. The journalist has explained on La Sexta his great idea to solve the problem of housing supply in Spain: to steal houses from their owners. – Maestre stated that “in Madrid and Barcelona alone there are 172,000 empty homes”. The journalist assures that “there is housing built. What needs to be done is to act on this built housing. And if the owners don’t put it on the rental market in three months, the state should take it, keep it and put it up for social rent. And there is no need to build, in six months you have rental housing”. – To justify the expropriation of private housing, Maestre excuses himself with the mantra that the evil speculating homeowners in Spain would be keeping their houses uninhabited to harm the poorest (and his own pocket because they would not be making any profit). However, the reality is that a large proportion of Spain’s empty homes are on the market, but nobody wants them because they are not in good habitable condition or are in areas of low demand. – Another reason that would explain why citizens refuse to rent their flats in Spain, and prefer to lose money by keeping them closed, is due to the lack of protection they suffer from squatters or inkiokupas, which has been fostered by the Sánchez government with its tolerance of these criminals. – Although Maestre’s idea may be a radical one, the truth is that the housing market in Spain is subject to savage intervention by Sánchez’s government. Together with Podemos, the PSOE has approved several rules that, for example, prevent landlords from raising rents to the level they deem appropriate, which is a serious attack on market freedom and, de facto, an expropriation of their right to their private property. – Now, Sánchez’s new Housing Law also proposes an intervention in rental prices, although it will be up to the Autonomous Regions to decide whether to apply it or not. Catalonia has already begun. Parties such as Podemos also contemplate expropriating housing in their electoral programmes. Source, Spanish: https://www.libremercado.com/2024-04-16/antonio-maestre-pide-al-gobierno-que-expropie-las-casas-de-los-propietarios-que-no-las-pongan-en-3-meses-en-alquiler-7117537/
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Madrid Propaganda Machine- Venice Commission contradicts Sanchez regime’s false claims, issues announcement confirming its amnesty-critical report before the European Parliament: {Translation, summary} – In an appearance before the European Parliament’s Freedoms Committee, the vice-president of the Venice Commission, Marta Cartabia, has made it clear that the amnesty law that the government of Pedro Sánchez intends to approve does not serve to fulfil the objectives of reconciliation that it claims to seek, nor is it being processed correctly, nor does it have clear constitutional backing, nor does it meet the requirement that it not be a personal measure and, furthermore, it unduly includes crimes of terrorism and corruption. -Referring to a Gov’t spokesperson speech that gave the impression the Vienna Commission supported their position on amnesty, this was exposed as a lie. Cartabia clearly dismantled the socialist discourse that falsely claimed the Venice Commission had endorsed this controversial legislation, and highlighted the puzzling response of the PSOE spokesman, Javier Moreno, who had insisted, against all logic and despite what everyone present had just heard, that the Venice Commission “endorses the amnesty”. – The representative of the European Commission, Damian Mousnier, also warned the Spanish government that in the report it will issue on the amnesty as soon as it is approved, it will take the Venice Commission’s opinion very much into account. “The European Commission is currently analysing the draft law and we finalise our assessment on the basis of the final adopted text, to determine whether it is in line with EU law, including the fundamental values enshrined in the Treaty. In this context, the opinion of the Venice Commission will also contribute to the Commission’s analysis and is a welcome contribution”. Indeed, although it is a body that is not part of the European Union, Brussels “attaches the utmost importance to the opinions of the Venice Commission and in many cases, we recommend that Member States consult it before undertaking major reforms”. – Before becoming vice-president of the Venice Commission, Cartabia was Italy’s Minister of Justice, so she cannot be accused of being unfamiliar with the issue she was talking about, an issue the Socialist government would have ignored if not to use it in a distorted way. – In her view, the amnesty has provoked a “strong division” contrary to its stated aim of achieving “reconciliation and pacification of the country”. It would require “a larger qualified majority” than is currently required under Spanish law and raises serious doubts about its constitutionality, given that in the Spanish Magna Carta “there is not a single word on amnesty” and therefore “the acute controversy that this issue has provoked suggests that it would be preferable, when the time is right, to regulate it explicitly with a constitutional amendment”, as already stated in the report. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/espana/comision-venecia-reivindica-informe-critico-amnistia-ante-20240418124250-nt.html
AXARQUÍA
Commonwealth of Axarquía will propose to the town councils a joint agreement on the filling of swimming pools: {Translation, summary} – The Association of Municipalities of the Costa del Sol-Axarquia is going to propose to the municipalities of the region to adopt a joint agreement on the filling of swimming pools next summer, although at the moment the drought decree only authorises the replenishment of water in public swimming pools and tourist establishments. This is because these criteria are expected to change and it will be up to the local councils to decide in each case what to do in their municipalities. – As reported by Cadena SER Axarquia, at the weekly coordination meeting on the management of the water supply, the association’s president, Jorge Martin, believes that it will not be easy to reach an agreement on the matter. In his words, “it is true that we cannot demand from the municipalities, to which we supply water from Axaragua, the position that each of them must follow.” – He adds that “it is different what everyone is going to interpret; I think we should reach an agreement for everything, act in the same way” Martín said. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-mancomunidad-de-la-axarquia-planteara-a-los-ayuntamientos-un-acuerdo-conjunto-sobre-el-llenado-de-piscinas/
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The Mayor of Vélez-Málaga, Jesús Lupiáñez, has raised his voice against the inaction of the Spanish Government in the construction of the future desalination plant in La Axarquía: {Very difficult translation, mostly from an important, if disjointed, rambling speech. Sorry for some awkward phrasing.} – The mayor of Velez has offered this Tuesday morning a press conference in which he has been extremely critical of the Government of Pedro Sánchez and has “asked, demanded and begged” that “he gets his act together and stop confusing the population”, after the Government of Spain confirmed on Monday that the competences for the construction of this important infrastructure, vital to combat the fight against drought, belongs to the executive in Madrid. – Lupiáñez called for an imminent solution because the situation is urgent. “If there is a problem that absolutely concerns most of the residents, it is the issue of drought and what measures can be taken in the short, medium and long term to somehow remedy this problem. And it is true that in the medium or long term, the solution is the desalination plant,” said the mayor of Vélez-Málaga, who recalled some ‘political moves’ months ago. “A few days before the end of the municipal elections, the Government of Spain, the Government of Pedro Sánchez, launched with great fanfare the investment of 100 million euros for a desalination plant that was going to be built in the Axarquía region, specifically in Vélez-Málaga”. – Promises that, far from being fulfilled, are still at a standstill. “Madrid surprised us by saying that it was the fault of the Junta de Andalucía, which did not carry out the project, and apparently did not implement it, and that the Town Hall did not put the land in the hands of the administrations…”, he continued. – “We, who have no powers in this area, have put ourselves in the hands of the administrations from the very first moment and the technicians were already envisioning, studying and working on a project, in an ideal location, close to the sea, in a better location, close to the current treatment plant, a complex that could provide that improvement, that efficiency for the installation of the desalination plant. But at all times, on the part of the Spanish Government and the members of the Government, we were told that the drafting of the project was the responsibility of the Junta de Andalucía… And what is our surprise? In this case, a Spanish senator, José Alberto Armijo, a resident of Nerja and a resident of the Axarquia region, has asked a question, in this case to the Ministry. And the Government has directly assumed that this action, declared to be in the general interest of the State, must entrust this action to Acuamed, a State company. In addition to requiring a project approved by the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge. In other words, the Spanish Government is directly responsible for the project. Therefore, all this noise that we have been experiencing was false,” said the mayor, who has been critical of the actions of Pedro Sánchez’s government. – Lupiáñez recounted all the work that the Vélez-Málaga Town Hall government team has been doing in this regard. “We, from Vélez-Málaga, and I want to be tough in this sense because we are demanding it, we have had many meetings with all sectors: with irrigators, with citizens, with users, with the water company, with all public administrations, except with the Government of Spain. No one from the Ministry has ever contacted us. It is true that the Junta de Andalucía and the Diputación Provincial, for various reasons to do with water, have done so. But in this case, what is sad is that we have spent so much time lost in a political discussion when administratively it should have been functioning because in fact, as the Ministry itself recognises, the competence corresponds to them”. – The mayor stressed the need for the desalination plant, beyond all the noise generated. “Therefore, we ask, we demand, we beg… I don’t know how else to ask, that we stop the political discussions and get down to work, because it is very necessary. It is true that, fortunately for the weather, for our fields and for our drinking water, we have had a very wet Easter week, which has been very good for us. But it is clearly not the definitive solution to this problem. The definitive solution comes with the construction of a desalination plant and it is the Spanish Government that has committed itself to building it, after a lot of noise and little effectiveness”, he indicated. – Jesús Lupiáñez ended with an imminent demand. “I hope that now, and I ask, that instead of continuing with the discussion, what is needed is that the senators and deputies of this country, in this case of the province of Malaga, fight and fight in the Ministry so that we stop political discussions and what we do at once is the start of work on the desalination plant. It is they themselves who recognise that the project belongs to the State, so therefore, from Vélez-Málaga, we demand that the Government of Spain get its act together and stop making so many statements, which only serve to cloud, spread and confuse the population, and start the essential works. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-alcalde-de-velez-malaga-exige-al-gobierno-de-espana-que-se-ponga-las-pilas-deje-de-confundir-a-la-poblacion-e-inicie-ya-las-obras-de-la-imprescindible-desaladora-de-la-axarquia/
COSTA DEL SOL
Frustrated hotel owners demand action to improve state of some Costa del Sol beaches: – Hotel business owners on the Costa del Sol are frustrated over the state of some beaches along the coastal strip, claiming some projects to stabilise the shores have been delayed for up to three years. – The association that represents the sector (Aehcos) is calling on the Spain’s ministry of environment to speed up the process, saying the destination’s beaches are one of the main drivers for tourism in Malaga province and contribute significantly to the local economy. – Aehcos pointed out some of the projects that have been stalled since 2021 such as the Marbella beach between Venus and or the San Pedro beach {pic}, which has been at a standstill since October 2020. Aehcos said there are even longer delays with improvement work in Mijas (Playa del Bombo), which was recently badly affected by a storm on 9 March. Urgent action is also needed at Ferrara beach, in Torrox, and at the Baños del Carmen, in Malaga, Aehcos added. Full article & photo: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/costa-sol-hoteliers-call-for-action-beaches-20240416082558-nt.html
TORROX
Military Jets Buzz Torrox Costa: {DigameXtra} At 11:15am Thursday Torrox Costa had several passes and wild maneuvers by multiple jet aircraft. They were flying fast and low, and made a very loud roar as they passed. Here is the only pic I managed to get, notice the jet making a vertical assent.
Update– Shock on the eastern coast of Axarquía due to the roar of two F-18 fighters during training maneuvers: {Translation} – It was approximately 11:00 hours this morning, Thursday 18 April, when the residents of the eastern coast of the Axarquia, especially those of Torrox Costa, were startled by the noise produced by two F-18 fighter jets on training manoeuvres. The Ministry of Defence has disassociated this episode from the conflict in the Middle East after the uproar caused on social networks by the dissemination of both photographs and videos of these planes. It is a fact that one of the pilots who has starred in this moment is Jorge Rico from Torrox and that some of his neighbours were even warned of the manoeuvres so that they could capture them with their mobile phone cameras from the area around the Torrox Costa lighthouse. – These two F-18 army planes flew very low over the coast of Axarquia, at a high speed, causing “a loud noise that has generated a great commotion among the population”, as also reported by Diario Sur. Sources from the Ministry of Defence in Malaga have framed the passage of these military aircraft, coming from the Zaragoza air base, “in some routine movements, instruction and training of pilots and military”. They have “completely” disassociated them from the war situation in Ukraine, Gaza and Israel. – According to Diario Sur, in addition to the passage of the two Spanish army aircraft, there was also “the presence this Thursday, for a few minutes, of a large military vehicle in a parking area near the Torrox motorway exit”. In this second case, Ministry of Defence sources in the province have pointed in the same direction, that these are “routine movements” of military vehicles, specifically a Medium Wheeled Armoured Vehicle (BMR). Source & photo, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/sobresalto-en-la-costa-oriental-de-la-axarquia-por-el-estruendo-de-dos-cazas-f-18-en-maniobras-de-entrenamiento/
GRANADA
Fuente Vaqueros, Federico García Lorca’s birthplace, hosts an exhibition of classic horse carriages this Saturday: {Translation} – A total of twelve antique horse carriages from all over the province, some of them more than a century old, can be seen this weekend in an exhibition organized by the Fuente Vaqueros City Council, the Valderrubio City Council and the Sports Club of Tradition of Granada. – The exhibition can be seen from 11:00 a.m. on the esplanade of the Federico García Lorca Theater, where the second ‘Federico García Lorca’ Carriage Route will also be officially presented, which will be held on Saturday, April 27. – Later, starting at 12:30 p.m., inside the theater a tribute will be paid to the mayors of Fuente Vaqueros and Valderrubio, as well as to the horse rider Santiago Amador. – Fuente Vaqueros is 17 km west of the city of Granada. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/fuente-vaqueros-acoge-sabado-exposicion-carruajes-clasicos-caballos/
PRODUCT ALERT
Food alert due to the presence of aflatoxins that can cause cancer in almonds from the US: {Translation} – The EU’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (Rasff) has issued a food alert warning of the presence of aflatoxins, which increase the risk of cancer, above permitted levels in almonds from the United States. – These aflatoxins are produced by the fungus ‘Aspergillus’, found especially in areas with warm and humid climates, and exposure is linked to an increased risk of some types of cancer such as liver cancer. The alert was issued by Spain on 4 April to the Rasff system, which has qualified it as a “serious” health risk and has restricted its distribution in Spain. – Faced with this alert, FACUA-Consumers in Action criticised the fact that the Rasff system does not provide information on the producer company or the area where the almonds were grown. The analyses have been carried out in a border control. – In this sense, it has pointed out that the scarce information published by the European Commission sows suspicion about all almonds from the United States, as it does not give details about the producing company or even the area of the country where they have been grown. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/actualidad/noticia-alerta-alimentaria-presencia-aflatoxinas-pueden-provocar-cancer-almendras-procedentes-eeuu-20240418104034.html
CULTURE
The Infanta Sofia makes her first solo performance: {Translation} – Infanta Sofía de Borbón will take part in her first institutional act on behalf of the Crown. Specifically, Princess Leonor’s sister, who will turn 17 on 29 April, will make her debut at the awards ceremony for the photography competition organised by Patrimonio Nacional, which will bear her name. – This is the first time that the youngest daughter of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia will be seen alone. Usually, when she has had to participate in some kind of event or institutional activity, it has always been with her sister or her parents, the King and Queen. – In a statement, Patrimonio Nacional has announced the launch of the competition ‘Objetivo Patrimonio. Infanta Sofía Photography Competition’ with which the institution “seeks to disseminate and showcase its rich historical, cultural and natural heritage through images”. – “The main theme of the photographs will be any of the spaces and collections managed by Patrimonio Nacional and they will be divided into three categories: palaces and monasteries, natural spaces and works of art”, specifies Patrimonio Nacional, adding that all amateur photographers resident in Spain of legal age may participate. It also announces that the Infanta Sofía will be the patron of the competition and will be in charge of awarding the prizes. Photo: GTRES. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/espana/casa-real/infanta-sofia-estrena-primer-acto-solitario-20240418133015-nt.html
SPORTS
Football News- Arsenal and Manchester City eliminated as Real Madrid and Bayern Munich advance to Champions League semifinals: – Real Madrid and Bayern Munich booked their spots in the UEFA Champions League semifinals on Wednesday, respectively ousting Manchester City and Arsenal to do so. The two sides are now slated to play each other when the competition resumes in two weeks’ time, while Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund make up the semifinalists on the other side of the bracket. – Wednesday’s scores: Manchester City 1, Real Madrid 1 (teams tied 4-4 on aggregate, Real Madrid advance 4-3 on penalties) Bayern Munich 1, Arsenal 0 (Bayern advance 3-2 on aggregate). Full article: https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/arsenal-and-manchester-city-eliminated-as-real-madrid-and-bayern-munich-advance-to-champions-league-semifinals/live/
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Churches & Worship
Churches: Please submit your posts on Thursdays only, before 6pm.
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New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us at our Sunday gathering. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards. – Prayer Meeting: You are also welcome to join our prayer meetings on Wednesday mornings at 11.00am for 1 hour, where we meet for prayer and worship.. – Sunday Service 11.00am / Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. John 14:6 Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja , 29780. Directions: Click Here Email: info@nlcnerja.com ; Website: www.nlcnerja.com ; Facebook
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El Puente Christian Fellowship (Vélez-Málaga): We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker. The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700. Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665 62 63 42. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).
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Pets For Adoption
Axarquia Animal Rescue: A Voluntary Charity, Non-profit Organisation CIF G93245116 / Charity Number 10567 (Spain) Email: axarquia-rescue@hotmail.com Website: www.axarquiaanimalrescue.com – Frank AAR2751 – 11 weeks old, a happy, healthy pup, gets on well with other dogs, vaccinations started, estimated to be small to medium when fully grown. – Brady AAR2732 – 5 months old and fully vaccinated. Brady gets on well with other dogs, and loves being around people. Estimated medium in size. Please take a look at our website, where you will find more information and photos, plus details of other dogs and pups that we have in our care. Our adoption costs are 110e for pups that have been fully vaccinated, rabies, chip and passport and 180e for older dogs that have all vaccinations, papers and have been neutered. This contributes towards their vet and care costs, and helps us to continue rescuing abandoned dogs and cats.
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Colmenar Gastronomic Days: Friday 19/4 thru Sunday 21/4 – During the gastronomic days to be held in Colmenar, bars and restaurants in the village will offer tapas based on honey and goat’s cheese made in the Agammasur cooperative under the brands Quesos Montes de Málaga and Quesos El Pinsapo. – The event will begin on Friday 19 April and will end on Sunday 21 at midday. The price of the tapa plus drink (water, soft drink or beer) will be 2.5 euros. And tapas such as wild boar with cheese and honey, avocado with honey and goat’s cheese or cheese and honey croquette are some of the gastronomic proposals for the weekend. – Between Friday and Sunday there will be a stall selling the cooperative’s cheeses to the public in the Plaza de España in Colmenar, where there will also be marquees for various activities such as workshops on artisan cheese making and beeswax candles and pottery workshops. In addition, on the 20th and 21st there will be open days at the Honey Museum, where there will be guided tastings of the eight honeys with designation of origin in Malaga and cheese tastings. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-colmenar-malaga-celebra-fin-semana-jornadas-gastronomicas-torno-queso-cabra-miel-20240416134519.html
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Jazz & Blues at Posada La Plaza: This Friday, April 19th at Posada La Plaza in Canillas de Albaida it´s Jazz´n Blues night (from 8pm) with Mitch on sax, Roland wind synth, harmonica and electric guitar. Covers of BB King, Eric Clapton, JJ Cale, John Mayall, Charlie Parker, Dire Straits, Herbie Hancock and much more. Call 952 553 254 or 609 167 127 for your table.
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Historic center of Vélez-Málaga hosts Portovelis, a vintage, craft and second-hand market: New Date, Sun, 21 April It will be located in the San Francisco area from 10 am to 5 pm. During the event you will also be able to enjoy musical and dance performances, gastronomy or visit the monuments, which will have their doors open.
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Classes, Learn to Line-Dance, 2 Locations: Tuesdays & Thursdays – Learn to Line-Dance on the beach in Torrox Costa at Mediacaña Merendero de Playa (formerly Alanca)! Instructor: Vanessa, an experienced dance teacher from Ohio, USA Learn new steps and routines the first hour, dance them for the second hour. Thursdays from 10:30AM to 12:30PM. First lesson – April 25 5€ for those who want to learn and dance. Free for those who want to watch and enjoy the music. Yee-ha! Come and give it a try! For further information, call or WhatsApp Vanessa at 0034 711014246 – Learn to Line-Dance at Tu Punto De Encuentro Asador, Calle Buena Vista, Puente Don Manuel Instructor: Vanessa, an experienced dance teacher from the USA Tuesdays from 10:30AM to 12:00PM. €5 Learn new steps and routines and kick up your heels! Yee-ha! Come and give it a try! For further information, call or WhatsApp Vanessa at 0034 711014246
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Great Deals From Upcycling Nerja: – Lovely occasional unit. Natural wood (waxed) Granite tiled top Beige color New bronze handles Measurements 50 x 38 x 73cms Price 95€ – Grey chair with safari print seat cushion price 75€ – Natural Wood unit ( waxed ). Beige color Black handles Measurements 132 x 41 x 79cms Price 225€ contact Jackie /nerja 672170429 upcycling nerja at gmail dot com
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For Sale: 3 large racks + 1 small rack & and a small table (can be folded flat). Racks are plastic & can be taken apart. 50 euros the lot. Email: e2property@icloud.com Tel: 07716546001 plus WhatsApp Keith, La Vinuela (lake area)
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For Sale: Bunk bed with mattresses (or without mattresses). Pure pine wood. No marks on the mattresses. Hardly used, as new. 100 Euros. Price is negotiable. Dimensions: Length 209 cm, width 100 cm, height 158 cm. Mattresses 190/90 cm. Disassembly must be done by the buyer, we provide all tools! Collection in 29790 Benajarafe, Urbanisation Pueblo Paraiso del Sol. Natalia, Benajarafe, WhatsApp 686768493 Email: ndtalido2@gmail.com or WhatsApp 686768493
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For Sale, 2 items: – Metal Pet Carrier, impeccable condition, 61x56x53, 25€ – Sturdy plastic dog bed, 60×40, 10€ Jill, Algarrobo, 695463385, can also meet in Vélez Málaga, or Caleta de Velez
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For Sale, 3 items: – Reja. 1400mm wide x 1300mm high. €15 collection only. – Dolomite futura 600 Walker. good condition. €45 – Pair Skis. Peltonen Zenith. Good condition. €60 Chris. Torrox. WhatsApp +447976747927 c.mccormac AT hotmail D0T co.uk
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Correction, now with photo- Trade or Sell: Jigsaw puzzles I offer 6 good quality interesting 1000 piece jigsaws: Ravensburger Fantasy Toy Shop / Ravensburger Dogs Falcon Granny s Sewing Room / Educa. Selfies ( wild animals ) Educa Japan / King. Cats All are complete and nearly new. I would prefer to swap them for similar quality 500 piece jigsaws. Or price 30€ for all 6. Judy, Torrox Costa Email: judyannspain AT yahoo D0T com
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Despite reports to the contrary, the Junta’s tourism boss denies that private and community swimming pool uncertainty is affecting summer holiday bookings in south of Spain: – The Junta de Andalucía’s regional Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport, Arturo Bernal, denied this Monday (15 April) while visiting Torre del Mar that the uncertainty that still hangs over the use of private and communal swimming pools in the Andalusian region is affecting the volume of holiday bookings for tourist accommodation in Andalucía for this coming summer season. In response to a question from Diario SUR, the head of the regional ministry said that “we are not noticing this type of effect”. {See how they twist words? He does not deny it, he just says we have not noticed it. That way he cannot be called out for being factually wrong, just unobservant. -Ed.} – {Another out of touch politician in denial. In the UK, travel agencies are reporting cancellations due to the water restrictions. “Samantha Austin, representing around 50,000 tourist flats on the coast, told Sur in English that holidaymakers visit Spain ‘looking for a swimming pool and to have a good time’. She told the publication: “I have many clients waiting to hear from me as they’re deciding whether to come or not. If there is no pool, they are going to change their destination this year. We are having cancellations and we are going to have more.”” Ref: https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/travel/fears-uk-tourists-will-cancel-28961151?_ga=2.200744046.1750072471.1712558678-885353833.1681501755 } Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/juntas-tourism-boss-denies-that-private-and-20240415162444-nt.html
MALAGA PROVINCE
Family left devastated after the theft of their six dogs in Malaga town: – The passing of time is yet to lighten the grief of José Manuel and his daughter Pilar. The theft of their six podenco dogs has left them “torn apart inside”, the father told SUR. The incident happened in the early hours of 4 April, when thieves took advantage of there being no one home at their property in Monda and stole their beloved animals. They reported the theft the following morning to the Guardia Civil. – The thieves did not even go in the house, José Manuel pointed out. “They went straight for the dogs; they broke the fence to enter the property and forced the door of the kennels,” he said. Once inside, José Manuel continued, they smashed the padlocks of the cages in which the dogs were sleeping. – José Manuel is convinced it was a planned robbery, since, according to him, the property where they are located is in an area with difficult access and nothing else was taken. He knows it took place at night as a neighbour heard noises, although at the time they thought no more of it. “They are dogs that are used for hunting; I am registered in a hunting reserve but I don’t even have a shotgun, what I liked was to take them for walks,” said José Manuel, who suffered a similar theft several years ago on the same farm. “I never saw those dogs again; I was also infinitely fond of them,” he said. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/family-left-devastated-after-the-theft-their-20240415143247-nt.html
FRIGILIANA
Workers Commissions denounce the closure of the Frigiliana Post Office: {Translation, summary} – Workers’ Commissions have denounced the closure of the Post Office in the municipality of Frigiliana. This, after the retirement of the person in charge, has not renewed the rental contract of the property where the office was and has replaced it with a van in which they serve users in the middle of the street. – As reported by Ser en Hora14, the union explained that this has significantly worsened the service, as the vehicle lacks a machine for weighing mail, issuing stamps, safe custody of money, as well as mail and post office boxes, a mail sorting table or a distribution pigeonhole for the outlying areas. – Jaime Núñez, secretary of Comisiones Obreras in Correos in Málaga, said that the public company is offering a totally inefficient service to the more than 3000 residents of Frigiliana and its suburbs, many of whom, around fifty, have contracted a post office box for the reception of their mail, which they are not being able to access normally. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/comisiones-obreras-denuncia-el-cierre-de-la-oficina-de-correos-de-frigiliana/
SEVILLA
Seville’s world-famous April fair offers grand display of culture, tradition, revelry and pride: – The huge event kicked off on Sunday, when temperatures soared to 30C but the heat did not deter revellers, who arrived in their thousands to enjoy the first day of a traditional Sevillian celebration that will continue until Saturday 20 April. – It has been predicted that more than one million litres of Cruzcampo beer will be consumed during this year’s extravaganza, along with a constant flow of sherry and wine. – It was estimated that more than two million people visited the fair in 2023, and the authorities are expecting this year to surpass this figure due to “a massive influx of visitors”. The busiest day is expected to be Wednesday (Miercoles de Feria), a holiday in the city that allows those who cannot follow the accepted practice of taking the week off to enjoy a day at the fairground. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/sevilles-worldfamous-april-fair-offers-grand-display-20240416155653-nt.html
ENERGY CRISIS
Volkswagen electric car sales plunge in Europe: – Sales of Volkswagen electric cars have plunged by almost a quarter in Europe as demand for battery-powered vehicles stalls and buyers return to petrol. Electric vehicle (EV) sales fell by 24pc in the first three months of the year as high inflation and rising energy prices dampened demand. – Globally, all-electric sales at the owner of Audi, Skoda and Porsche dropped by 3pc to 136,400, while sales of combustion engine cars climbed 4pc to nearly two million. – The drop-off in EV demand comes as politicians in the region rollback subsidies and reconsider ambitious targets to dump petrol and diesel cars. The drop in Volkswagen sales follows a sharp fall in deliveries at Tesla, the West’s leading electric vehicle maker. Last week, Elon Musk’s business reported an 8pc fall in sales during the March quarter. Full article: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/volkswagen-electric-car-sales-plunge-122915038.html
HEALTH
Waiting lists for surgery break records in Andalucia & nationally: {Translation, summary} – The waiting lists for non-urgent operations have once again broken records in Spain with a total of 849,535 patients without surgery as of December 2023, an unprecedented figure, and which also represents an increase of 7.1 percent compared to December 2022, according to data published by the Ministry of Health on Tuesday. – The waiting lists for an operation in Andalucía rose by 19.2% to 205,005 Andalusians as of 31 December 2023. Of these patients, 38% have been waiting more than six months for surgery. The average waiting time was 174 days. In the case of consultations with specialists, the region recorded 873,266 in the same period of time, 0.9% less than the previous year. – By specialities, Traumatology is the one with the highest number of patients awaiting surgery, with 48,103, followed by Ophthalmology (41,215) and General and Digestive Surgery, with 37,394. In the case of consultations with specialists, Ophthalmology, Traumatology and Dermatology are the three with the highest figures: 115,112, 114,015 and 68,703, respectively. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5236678/0/las-listas-espera-baten-record-ya-hay-cerca-850-000-pacientes-sin-operar-segun-cifras-sanidad/
SPORTS
Tennis News- Rafael Nadal makes winning return in first round at Barcelona Open: – Nadal only committed to playing at the tournament he has won 12 times on Monday but there was not much rust on display (Tuesday) as he eased to a 6-2, 6-3 victory over the 21-year-old Italian Cobolli in his first match on clay since he won his 14th French Open title in 2022. The home favourite faces a real test next, though, when he takes on in-form fourth seed Alex de Minaur. – Meanwhile, second seed Andrey Rublev destroyed his racket at the end of a 6-4 7-6 (6) defeat by Brandon Nakashima that continued his poor run of form. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/apr/16/rafael-nadal-first-round-barcelona-open-tennis
RECALLS
Mercadona Recalls Chocolate Contaminated With Bits Of Plastic: {Translation, summary} – The product is Mercadona brand dark chocolate with 72% cocoa with almonds. These were identified in the units of the lot belonging to I23325M1, with a best-before date of 05/2025. – It was Mercadona itself who revealed that “visible” plastic bits contaminated the units. – Consumers are advised to return these to place of purchase for a refund. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/salud/nutricion-bienestar/Desvelan-extranos-encontrados-chocolate-Mercadona_0_1894012126.html
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Motril presents the 7th International Aikido Meeting: April 16 thru 20 at the Motril Municipal Sports Pavilion. During the mornings, from 10:00 to 12:00, practice sessions will be held with weapons such as the sword and the short stick. In the afternoons, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., hands-free work sessions will take place, offering participants a complete experience in the world of Aikido. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/motril-presenta-el-7-encuentro-internacional-aikido/
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Jam Session: Wednesday 17 April from 8pm to 11pm Acoustic Jam Session hosted by Dana & Gianni. Chiringuito Medía Caña, Avenida del Peñoncillo 46 Torrox Costa. Musicians welcome. Info booking: +34 635 76 36 33
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Concert- Nacho Loring Quartet: Fri, 19 April, 8pm Hotel Plaza Cavana, C/ Granada 3, Nerja Nacho Loring (Trumpet) – Toni Molina (Guitar) – Alejandro Tamayo (Double Bass) – Sergio Díaz (Drums) – Graduated in jazz trumpet from the Manuel Castillo Superior Conservatory in Seville, Loring has studied improvisation and modern harmony with the best musicians of the Spanish jazz scene such as Julián Sánchez, Ernesto Aurignac, Enrique Oliver and José Carra. Booking: 690073871 / ventana.abierta.acp@gmail.com Web: www.ventana-abierta.es & Video Link
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Great Deals From Upcycling Nerja: – Castillan sideboard Natural solid wood ( waxed ) Beige color Measurements Turmeric 150 x 40 x 85cms Price 295€ – Castillan sideboard Natural wood ( waxed ) Beige color Blacke handles Measurements 106 x 37 x 81cms Price 145€ – Hemnes chest of drawers 110 x 57 x 97cms Price 100€ contact Jackie /nerja 672170429 upcycling nerja at gmail dot com
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For Sale: TV LED 40″ – Samsung UE40F6500SS Smart TV, 4 HDMI ports, Digital Optical Out. €50, Buyer to collect. Steve, El Morche on 620056188 (WhatsApp) and email: agentthommo@icloud.com
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For Sale: Large bird cage, can be separated into two v.g.c and very clean ready to use with accessories. 160 euros or v.n.o. tele 679598264, Bob, Sedella. email: robertinsedella@gmail.com
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For Sale: Two umbrella stands for sale – €20 each. The square stand is 14″ (36cm) square and weighs approximately 25lbs (11.3kgs). The round stand is 16.5″ (41cm) diameter and weighs approximately 33lbs (15kgs). The necks of the stands are 1.75″ (4.5cm) wide. Each stand has an insert in the neck of the umbrella holder to allow narrower poles. Tony in Torrox Park. Contact me by email at oddjobtony at gmail dot com
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Trade or Sell: Jigsaw puzzles I offer 6 good quality interesting 1000 piece jigsaws: Ravensburger Fantasy Toy Shop Ravensburger Dogs Falcon Granny s Sewing Room Educa. Selfies ( wild animals ) Educa Japan King. Cats All are complete and nearly new. I would prefer to swap them for similar quality 500 piece jigsaws. Or price 30€ for all 6. Judy, Torrox Costa Email: judyannspain AT yahoo D0T com
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Editorial Comment For A Slow News Day: Spain is racing to catch up with the US and Cuba as leading banana republics where the “truth” is seriously abused and ignored, while leaders make up “facts” as they find convenient. Here are some examples. There is a conflict between the Junta de Andalucia and the national gov’t regarding the processing of water facility development in Andalucia, with each side calling the other an outright liar, blaming each other for the lack of progress in Andalucia. Andalucia says they submitted plans 3 years ago, Madrid claims no plans were submitted, even after hard copies were recently found by investigators! The way each side twists the words of the other is deceptive and not at all professional behavior. The same is being done between the Congress and the Constitutional Court, regarding the Amnesty. One side wants to enforce laws as they were written, the other wants to find loopholes to exploit. This is also evident by the decay of Public Health systems. Officials blame “unforeseeable” circumstances for insane delays in access to services, while detractors claim these issues have been evident in projections for many years and should have been addressed before the current crisis developed. And again, this is how the scandals over EU funds fraud are handled, both sides accusing the other of mis-appropriating funds rather than addressing the crimes allegedly committed: the PP accuses Sanchez’s wife (PSOE) of fraud, the PSOE responds, not by arguing facts, but by counter accusations of fraud against the partner of the PP mayor of Madrid. Both sides are “re-interpreting” law, ignoring the intent as long as they can twist it in some contrived fashion, to appear to support their agenda. It seems we are being governed by spoiled children who make up “facts” for the sake of convenience, who lie to your face and claim it is the other party that is deluded, who prefer “finger pointing” to actual negotiations sticking to established law, and to whom feelings outweigh demonstrable truths. Both sides, left and right, play this game, to the detriment of the population as a whole, and I find it despicable. It is also rather difficult to cover and expose in compact articles; entire books could and will be written exposing these abuses of authority. Meanwhile, any progress is slow and many people suffer needlessly. Basic administrative processes take months or years. The one thing our representatives do successfully is to drive a divide to polarize the public into “sides”, rather than serving our needs as a whole, as they were elected to do. FUBAR! -Ed.
ANDALUCÍA
The DGT begins controls on Andalusian roads today: {Translation} – The Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) is carrying out from this Monday until next Sunday, 21 April, a new specific campaign to monitor and control speed on the roads of Andalusia, one of the key factors in road accidents. – Over the seven days of the campaign, the DGT has detailed in a press release that special attention will be paid to speed-related risk sections, as well as to those points where traffic exceeds the established limit and where there is a high accident rate. – Of the 139,007 vehicles checked during the last campaign on Andalusian roads, more than 9,000 drivers were found to have committed speeding offences and were therefore reported for speeding, which represents 6.5% of the total. Of the offending drivers, 38.4% were notified of the offence when they were stopped and informed by traffic officers. – When the controls were carried out on motorways and dual carriageways, using dynamic radar (with the radar on board the vehicle and in motion), the average speed at which the drivers reported were travelling was 129 kilometres per hour, which is nine kilometres per hour above the generic limit permitted on this type of road, although below the 12 kilometres per hour exceeded by the vehicles controlled in the previous campaign. – In view of its preventive nature, drivers will be informed of the existence of controls, either through variable message panels or circumstantial vertical signposting when the road does not have such panels. Those in charge of implementing this campaign will be the officers of the Guardia Civil Traffic Group, as well as the rest of the Local and Regional Police who wish to join in. – In addition, since 21 March 2022, cars and motorbikes are no longer allowed to exceed the speed limits set on conventional roads when overtaking other vehicles. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/dgt-inicia-hoy-controles-carreteras-andaluces-ojo-20240415095733-nt.html
HEALTH
Yet Another Huge Malpractice Settlement Against The Andalusian Health Service (SAS): {Translation} – The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) will have to pay 400,000 euros in compensation to the family of a man who died with biliary obstruction after not being operated on in Almeria. “It was the only possibility to save his life”, says the Patient’s Ombudsman Association, which has reported on this sentence issued on 3 April 2024 by the Administrative Court No. 3 of the capital of Almeria. – The 56-year-old patient from Albox was referred to the University Hospital of Torrecárdenas in Almería from the Hospital La Inmaculada in Huércal-Overa in February 2018. “There, unfortunately, he was given up for lost from the first moment, despite the fact that a cholangiocarcinoma (cancer that forms in the bile ducts) was suspected from day 5, for which there was an available treatment surgery to avoid biliary obstruction,” they explain. According to the communiqué of this case, which has been handled by the lawyer Ignacio Martínez, instead of focusing on this option, which was vital, the doctors focused on the secondary option, interconsulting with psychiatry and performing a puncture procedure three days later to extend his life by a few hours, without transferring him to the ICU even when he entered critical condition. – “In short, at no time was the surgical or intensive care option that could have saved the patient from cholangitis contemplated”, they state. – The court has fully upheld the claim of the widow, children and sister of the patient who died as a result of malpractice and recognises their right to be compensated in amounts exceeding 400,000 euros, adding the principal, interest and costs. Lawyer Martínez studied the case and filed an administrative claim against the SAS and a subsequent lawsuit. “To avoid such an outcome, the patient should have been operated on, while for the SAS doctors this was not even an option. At no time was the surgical or intensive care option that could have saved the patient from cholangitis contemplated… It is therefore clear that in the case in question, they did not act correctly,” the ruling states. – It is also surprising that the patient was subjected to a puncture procedure, the sole purpose of which was to prolong his life for a few days, without even considering surgery to remove the cholangiocarcinoma, “nor was a possible resection to avoid obstruction of the biliary tract consulted with surgery”. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/espana/andalucia/almeria/condenan-sas-pagar-400000-euros-muerte-hombre-20240415112834-nts.html
SPORTS
Golf News- Tiger Woods finishes Masters with his highest score as a pro: – Tiger Woods finished the Masters on Sunday with a record he could do without, walking off the course with a 16-over 304, his highest 72-hole score in a career that spans three decades. Woods’ previous high was 302 at the Memorial in 2015. He has only failed to break 300 one other time at the Masters two years ago when he shot 78-78 on the weekend and finished at 301. – Despite the score, Woods called it a “good week” and said he’s going to begin preparing for the other three majors including the PGA Championship in May, the U.S. Open in June and the British Open in July. Photo: Charlie Riedel. Full article: https://scrippsnews.com/stories/tiger-woods-finishes-masters-with-his-highest-score-as-a-pro/
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. We offer an opportunity to make lasting friendships, to help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips. Do come along and meet us. Our handmade greetings cards are for sale on the last Tuesday of every month with all proceeds donated to the Red Cross. We meet every Tuesday between 12 and 2 pm at Restaurant and Bar La Vega in Torre del Mar which is just behind the Repsol Garage on the way out of Torre. ***Trips & Events*** May – 3rd – Trip to Gib €22 and includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30. The restrictions have now been lifted at the border. – 10th – Cordoba Patios €27pp. – 14th – Craft Fair and Home baking Sale at our meeting place. If you have something decorative, arty or crafty to sell, please do contact me. June – 8th – Ronda Romantica, come enjoy the historical re-enactments €22pp – 21st – Almodovar Castle in Cordoba, the site of one of the Game of Thrones episode. €27pp July – 5th – Trip to Gib €22 and includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30 – 13th – Antequera Light Festival, evening trip €20pp – 19th – Benalmadena Marina €20pp – Why not hop on a catamaran for a dolphin watching trip? For further information on any of our trips, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp) or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk or check out our FB page
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Art Expo Archez: Welcome to Archez to visit our art exhibition in the old town house. The opening is on Thursday the 18th of April at 11am. The exhibition is open between 11am and 15pm on Thursday 18/4 to Sunday 21/4. See you in Archez, Krisse and Jukka Sulonen
XXXVII Pilgrimage ‘Sacred Heart of Jesus’ of Almayate: Although the big day will be next May 5, the first Sunday of the month of May, the celebrations and events will start on Saturday, April 20, in the parish halls of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Almayate.
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ON SALE NOW– 63rd Nerja Caves Music Festival schedule announced: Antoñito Molina – Friday, June 21 Jhayco – Sunday June 30 Raule – Friday, July 5 José Mercé – Saturday, July 6 Isabel Pantoja – Saturday, July 13 Farruko – Friday, July 19 Sergio Dalma – Saturday, July 20 Rocío Molina – Friday, July 26 Loquillo – Saturday, July 27 Galder Varas – Sunday, July 28 Ara Malikian – Friday, August 2 Chanel – Saturday August 3 India Martínez – Friday, August 9 Luis Fonsi – Saturday August 10 All concerts are at 10:30 p.m., except for the one with Jhayco, which takes place on Sunday, June 30 at 10:00 p.m. Info & tickets for these shows can be purchased from Sunday 14/4 at: https://cuevadenerja.es/festival-de-musica/
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Blues Concert- Richard Ray Farrell Trio- On Sale Now: Fri, 24 May 10pm. Clarence Jazz Club Calle Danza Invisible 8 CP 29620 Torremolinos We can see in Richard Ray Farrell a living embodiment of what it means to be a true bluesman, not only because of his ability to play the guitar or his storyteller voice, but because of his unwavering commitment to the authenticity of his life and music. His story continues to inspire the next generations of blues musicians, and his music remains a powerful reminder that the blues is not just a musical genre, but a way of life. Info & tix: https://www.clarencejazzclub.com/wp/events/richard-ray-farrell-trio-%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8/ & Video Link
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Interpreter: Spring is here and the Easter holidays are over, which means that the hospitals are back at full strength, and you’ll be getting that long awaited appointment with your doctor or specialist. In most cases you will need an interpreter. Whilst most doctors speak a little English, they prefer to have an interpreter present, to avoid any misunderstanding. So important when it comes to medical stuff. I am an interpreter with many years experience , including fifteen years as a volunteer at Velez hospital. My job is not only interpreting, I chase up papers and appointments, take calls from health centers and hospitals for you , and pick you up at home if need be. All for a flat, reasonable fee. I don’t charge by the hour. Please call me if you think I can help. Pamela, Algarrobo. 609040709 WhatsApp pamelawalshe@hotmail.com
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For Sale: 3 brown rattan sun loungers, with cream cushions. 150 euros for the 3. Buyer collects. Michele, Nerja. Email: michele.bond@rocketmail.com
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For Sale: Infrared massager, never used. 5 attachments. English plug. Can meet locally. 10 euros. Torrox Costa, molly 605817975
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Wanted: Dumbbells. I am looking to buy a set of second hand dumbbells or any individual dumbbells with weights from around 4-10 kg. If you have some you no longer need please contact me. Thank you. Caroline, Torre del Mar email: caroline.hayling@yahoo.com
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Easy Come Easy Go…Remember all that EU covid relief money the Juntas have been burning thru? Time to pay the piper! – The Airef asks the Treasury to bring together the autonomous regions to share out the €9,000 million adjustment demanded by Brussels: {Translation, summary} – The independent fiscal authority (Airef) recommends the Treasury to agree as soon as possible on a fiscal adjustment plan to reduce the deficit and debt in which the level of effort that will be required of each administration is agreed with the autonomous communities. This is one of the main messages that the fiscal watchdog conveys in its report on the Initial Budgets of Public Administrations for 2024 published on Thursday. – The president of the Airef, Cristina Herrero, recalled that 44% of public spending falls on the shoulders of the regional governments, so “it must be clear what is the distribution of commitments” between the different administrations and also how responsibility is shared if there is non-compliance. – After four years of free spending, in 2024 it is time to open the melon of public finances. The new European fiscal rules will come into force next year and the deterioration of Spanish finances – with a debt of 108% of GDP and a deficit of 3.6% – puts the country on the list of those that will have to present adjustment plans to redress the situation. – The independent fiscal authority (Airef) warns that Spain will have to make an adjustment of between 9,000 and 6,000 million euros each year to comply with the new framework. – According to Airef estimates, neither the central government nor the autonomous communities will comply this year with the European recommendation not to increase primary expenditure net of revenue (i.e. without interest on debt) to 2.6%. In fact, the fiscal authority has worsened its deficit expectations for the autonomous communities. – Despite all this, the Airef believes that Spain will be able to meet the deficit limits demanded by Brussels (a maximum of 3% of GDP) in 2025 and 2026. But after that date it estimates that, in the absence of adjustments, the country will once again fail to comply. Moreover, the effort Spain will have to make is greater, given that the new fiscal framework requires debt reduction to be firm and sustained over several years. To achieve this, the Airef estimates that Spain will have to propose an adjustment of either 9 billion a year for four years or around 6 billion over a period of seven years. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5235430/0/airef-pide-hacienda-que-reuna-las-autonomias-para-repartir-ajuste-9-000-millones-que-exige-bruselas/
MALAGA PROVINCE
Malaga, next stop for the Google Maps car: {Translation, summary} – The famous Google Maps car will return to Andalusia before the end of 2024, and Malaga will be one of its stops. Fifteen other Andalusian municipalities will be part of the new route of the Street View camera: Seville, Cadiz, Algeciras, Granada, Cordoba, Almeria, Roquetas de Mar, Jerez de la Frontera, Huelva, Dos Hermanas, Antequera, Lucena and Montilla. They also plan to visit the Autonomous City of Ceuta. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/Malaga-parada-coche-Google-Maps-2024_0_1892812541.html
TORROX
Proceedings on the location of the electricity substation at Torrox Park closed: {Translation} – The Malaga Provincial Prosecutor’s Office has agreed to dismiss and close the criminal investigation proceedings opened as a result of the complaint lodged by the residents’ platform against the project to build the electricity substation in the Torrox-Park urbanisation. The neighbours denounced the works before the Public Prosecutor’s Office for alleged offences against regional planning and the environment. In any case, after commissioning the corresponding reports to the Seprona of the Guardia Civil, and requesting documentation from the Torrox Town Hall and the company Sevillana-Endesa, which is promoting the project, the public prosecutor specialising in crimes against land use planning, historical heritage and the environment, has agreed, in a document to which Diario SUR has had access, to order the proceedings to be closed. – The prosecutor notes, the newspaper adds, that the report of the Seprona of the Guardia Civil states that the works carried out “are covered by the corresponding urban planning licence and technical project, as well as the regional environmental authorisation”. It also confirms that the works affect an area of public hydraulic domain” and that a wall is being built to protect and defend against possible flooding of the public watercourse”. “There are no reports on possible effects on the flora and fauna in the area. In the nearby urban area there is a high voltage line that will be buried thanks to this new installation, according to the works manager,” adds the public prosecutor Fernando Benítez in his letter. – According to the public prosecutor, “the Public Prosecutor’s Office cannot become a supervisory body for the actions of the administration, or of private individuals, in general, its intervention should be limited to those cases where there are reasonable indications of criminality, not to review the acts of the administration”. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/archivada-las-diligencias-por-la-ubicacion-de-la-subestacion-electrica-en-torrox-park/
NERJA
Nieves Atencia denies the agreement with the PSOE to declare Nerja as a stressed residential market area: {Translation} – The councillor of the Popular Party of Nerja and responsible for Housing in the Town Hall, Nieves Atencia, has denied the statements of the secretary general of the PSOE, Patricia Gutiérrez, regarding the agreement reached with the municipal government of the PP to declare Nerja as a stressed residential market area. – “The statements of Mrs. Gutiérrez are surprising because they do nothing but lie,” said Atencia, noting that “in the PP we have not reached any agreement with the Socialists, since the plenary session has not yet been held where their proposal will be discussed, to which we have also submitted an amendment saying that Nerja is not declared a stressed residential market area until the Junta de Andalucía makes the mandatory prior studies that support it. – In this sense, the popular councillor has asked the PSOE Nerjeño and Mrs. Gutiérrez “more seriousness and political rigour”, and that “stop lying to the Nerjeños and Mareños and do not put the Popular Party in their lies. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nieves-atencia-desmiente-el-acuerdo-con-el-psoe-para-declarar-a-nerja-como-zona-de-mercado-residencial-tensionada/
MIDDLE EAST
G7 countries condemn Iran’s attack on Israel: – Leaders of the G7 — the informal gathering of industrialized countries that includes the United States, United Kingdom and France — issued a statement Sunday “unequivocally condemning in the strongest terms Iran’s direct and unprecedented attack against Israel.” The statement came after the leaders met in a video conference hosted by the Italian presidency. – “Iran fired hundreds of drones and missiles towards Israel. Israel, with the help of its partners, defeated the attack,” the statement reads. “We express our full solidarity and support to Israel and its people and reaffirm our commitment towards its security.” – The group also stressed that Iran “with its actions, has further stepped toward the destabilization of the region and risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation.” The G7 leaders said that scenario must be avoided. – “We will continue to work to stabilize the situation and avoid further escalation. In this spirit, we demand that Iran and its proxies cease their attacks, and we stand ready to take further measures now and in response to further destabilizing initiatives,” they said. Full article: https://apnews.com/live/israel-iran-drone-attack-live-updates#0000018e-ddb6-d610-afee-fdfe808c0000
HEALTH
CDC Forced To Release Hidden Covid-19 Injection Injury Reports Despite Attempts To Conceal Crucial Info From The Public: – The agency was forced by a federal judge to disclose the reports. The judge dismissed the government’s arguments that processing the responses and redacting sensitive information would require too much work. – The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released previously hidden reports of facial paralysis and other adverse events following COVID-19 vaccination. The 780,000 reports were received shortly after the COVID-19 vaccines were rolled out and show that people experienced a wide range of post-vaccination problems, including heart inflammation, miscarriages, and seizures. – “Loss of consciousness and seizure immediately following injection. Went to ER by ambulance,” one person reported. Another stated, “Diagnosed with Bells Palsy today due to left-sided facial numbness and paralysis.” People lodged the reports with V-safe, a text-message system created by the CDC to monitor for possible side effects of COVID-19 vaccines. – The CDC, for years, declined to make the V-safe data public, instead publishing studies that described the reports as providing reassurance about the safety of the vaccines. However, according to data released in 2022 as a result of a different lawsuit, nearly 8 percent of the 10 million users required medical attention or hospital care after vaccination, and many others reported missing school, work, or other normal activities. – Other documents show that the CDC became aware of the vaccines possibly causing myocarditis, or heart inflammation, and a related condition called pericarditis early in 2021 but hid the knowledge from the public. (Ref: https://www.theepochtimes.com/article/myocarditis-and-covid-19-vaccines-how-the-cdc-missed-a-safety-signal-and-hid-a-warning-5300341) Full article: https://www.theepochtimes.com/health/cdc-releases-hidden-covid-19-vaccine-injury-reports-5617872 If you get blocked by a paywall, see the article here without paywall: https://www.blacklistednews.com/article/85883/cdc-releases-hidden-covid19-vaccine-injury.html
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Hollywood has ‘Ozempic face’: – You can look 10 years older after going all in on the slimming drug. The semaglutide craze is a global phenomenon, but among its unwanted side effects is a premature aging of the face. Health professionals have found themselves administering anti-aging treatments to an ever-younger clientele. – Catherine Deneuve warned us when she herself was approaching 60: “At a certain age, you have to choose between your face or your ass.” A half century later, judging from the latest red carpets, it’s easy to tell that Hollywood has opted for the latter. At the Oscar gala earlier this month, host Jimmy Kimmel delivered the gag of the evening: “Everybody looks so great. When I look around this room, I can’t help but wonder ‘Is Ozempic right for me?’” – For diabetics, the drug reduces blood sugar levels. But it also impacts appetite, which means that when you start injecting it, the pounds begin to drop off. That’s why many people who are not necessarily diabetic or obese are using it to slim down. In Spain, Social Security pays for the medicine when it is prescribed by a doctor in certain cases at a price of four doses for $4.59, though many opt for private healthcare, despite its higher price point: $141 for the same number of doses. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/health/2024-04-14/hollywood-has-ozempic-face-why-you-can-look-10-years-older-after-going-all-in-on-the-slimming-drug.html
SPORTS
Tennis News- Alcaraz out, Nadal in, at Barcelona Open: – Carlos Alcaraz will be unable to defend his title at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell after he was forced to withdraw from the ATP 500 due to a right arm injury. It is the same injury that also caused the No. 3 in the PIF ATP Rankings to miss this week’s Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. Alcaraz will now hope to make his clay-court debut for 2024 at the Mutua Madrid Open, where he has also lifted the trophy in the past two years. – Record 12-time champion Rafael Nadal remains in the draw in Barcelona, where he has been drawn to play Italian Flavio Cobolli in the opening round. Full article: https://www.atptour.com/en/news/alcaraz-barcelona-2024-withdrawal
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MMA News- Conor McGregor scheduled to fight Chandler at UFC 303 in June: – Conor McGregor will return to the cage against Michael Chandler on June 29, three years after he broke his left leg during a fight against Dustin Poirier, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president Dana White said. The welterweight bout would headline the UFC 303 card in Las Vegas, White told reporters after Saturday’s UFC 300 event. – Irishman McGregor (22-6) has not fought since the clean break in his tibia resulted in a second TKO loss to Poirier in a row in July 2021. The injury required the former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion to undergo surgery. – Former Bellator lightweight champion Chandler (23-8) also lost to fellow American Poirier in his last fight in November 2022. Photo: Andrew Couldridge. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/sports/mcgregor-fight-chandler-ufc-303-june-says-white-2024-04-14/
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
New Source Of Copyright Free Images & Tunes! – AI-Startup Launches Ever-Expanding Library of Free Stock Photos and Music: – What if someone created a stock photo website pre-populated with over a million high-quality royalty-free images? And what if we could freely use the photos from that site because they’re all in the public domain? That would be great. Enter: StockCake https://stockcake.com/ – StockCake is a new platform by AI startup Imaginary Machines. The site currently hosts more than a million pre-generated images. These images can be downloaded, used, and shared for free. There are no strings attached as all photos are in the public domain. – The site is aimed at people who want instant stock images for their websites, social media, or any other type of presentation. – Shortly after releasing StockCake, the developers went live with another public domain project; StockTune. This platform is pretty much identical but focuses on audio instead. The tracks that are listed by catagory can be used free of charge and without attribution. You can audition the songs on the website, and download those you want. Most appear to be clips, so you may need to add your own fade-in & fade-outs. Enter: StockTune https://stocktune.com/ Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/ai-startup-launches-ever-expanding-library-of-free-stock-photos-and-music-240413/ {I checked it out. The websites is safe to use and won’t try to install any AI tools onto your device. -Ed.}
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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DUKES BAR (Torrox Costa): This Weeks Sunday Roast: Serving from 13:00-16:00 Main Course 10€, 2 Courses 12.50€, 3 Courses 15€. Bookings Required! Menu Changes weekly! Please Contact us on +34 603 721 258 or message us on Facebook. BLQ 79, Torrox Costa, nearest BLQ to the bus station. www.dukes.es
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The Greek House – Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar – Torrox Costa: Closed until 18 April for holiday. 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: 6:30pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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News Note: Corruption from both sides of the aisle making headlines this week, both local & national. And it mostly involves the moderate factions of both sides. Suprisingly, the far-right and far-left are, for the most part, refraining from comments. Perhaps they refrain from ‘throwing stones’ due to having their own ‘skeletons’ just waiting to be exposed? Spain’s decaying political landscape now reminds me of an old comic strip from Mad Magazine, “Spy vs Spy”. Video Link
SPAIN
The European Parliament shows “great concern” about the alleged fraud in the Koldo case and regrets that Spain’s authorities did not inform them about it; The European Commission found out from a lawyer who leaked the info: {Translation, summary} – The European Parliament on Thursday expressed “great concern” about the alleged fraud of 17 million European funds in the Koldo case, which directly affects Spain and more specifically the government led by Pedro Sánchez during the hardest period of the covid pandemic. MEPs announced this when they voted on an amendment tabled by the EPP, in the debate on the use of funds by the European Commission. MEPs also complained that they found out about the case “from a private individual” – the Aragonese lawyer Ramiro Grau, in particular – and not from the authorities. – The vice-president of the EPP and PP spokeswoman in the European Parliament, Dolors Montserrat, said after the vote that “no matter how hard Sánchez tries to divert attention from the corruption of his government, we in the PP will not stop denouncing the PSOE case in the EU to protect European funds”. It also urges the European Commission to use external audits “if a serious lack of capacity is detected in a member state” and notes that “the Commission did not discover the alleged misappropriation of funds in this case” despite having carried out investigational audits. – In that framework, Parliament expresses concern about the alleged misuse of EU funds related to the covid-19 pandemic in Spain and the Czech Republic for the purchase of medical equipment and urges the Commission to rely on external auditors if there is a “serious lack of capacity in a Member State”, and calls for in-depth ex-post audits for all contracts awarded without competitive tendering. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5235395/0/parlamento-europeo-reconoce-preocupacion-por-presunto-fraude-caso-koldo-afea-no-haberse-enterado-por-las-autoridades/
ANDALUCÍA
The rise in house prices in Andalusia almost quadruples the increase in the national average: {Translation, summary} – The rise in the price of the square metre in Andalusia (12.3%) is almost four times the increase of the national average (3.5%) in the last twelve months, according to the Notaries’ Statistical Information Centre. The registrations of property sales and purchases in Andalusia also exceed the Spanish average, with a rise of 13.4% compared to 10.3% for the country as a whole, according to the notaries’ organisation and reported by Europa Press in a note. – The figures in Andalusia are also higher in terms of new mortgage loans, which rose by 22.5%, while the Spanish average grew by 15.3%. The Andalusian community was the fourth fastest growing, behind Galicia (36.2%), La Rioja (27.5%) and Aragon (25%). – In terms of the incorporation of new companies, growth in Andalusia was lower than in Spain as a whole (8.2% compared to 10.2%). Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/vivienda-Andalucia-cuadruplica-incremento-nacional_0_1892812395.html
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What Are They Hiding? PP controlled Andalusian Parliament refuses to investigate the awarding of fraudulent emergency contracts during the pandemic despite overwhelming evidence of abuses, as exposed in the Koldo case the EU commission IS investigating: {Translation, summary} – The plenary session of the Andalusian Parliament has rejected, with the votes of the absolute majority of the PP-A and the abstention of Vox, the creation of a commission of enquiry into emergency contracts in the health system during the pandemic that had been requested by the PSOE. The PSOE’s proposal, which received the support of the MPs from Por Andalucía and Adelante, while Vox abstained, focused on the emergency contracts carried out by both the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) and the public health business agencies during the financial years 2020 to 2023 and up to the present. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/Parlamento-Andalucia-investigar-contratos-emergencia_0_1892812672.html Koldo Case info in English: https://www.euractiv.com/section/politics/news/brussels-looks-into-potential-misuse-of-eu-funds-in-spanish-koldo-corruption-case/
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Andalusia activates the aid of 200 euros against inflation for families in vulnerable situations- this is how you can request it: {Translation, summary} – According to the BOJA on Wednesday, this aid provides for a single transfer payment aimed at families with dependent minors affected by the overload caused by the generalised price increase of products and supplies and whose income is less than three times the value of the current annual Iprem, i.e. less than 21,600 euros. Those interested have one month from the publication of the order in the BOJA to submit their applications, from Thursday 11 April until 11 May. – Applications can only be submitted electronically in the Single Electronic Register through the following link in the Catalogue of Procedures and Services on the website of the Junta de Andalucía, where an explanatory guide can also be accessed. The Regional Government has also set up a telephone number, 955012012, to answer queries and provide advice on the corresponding procedures. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1626996/andalucia-activa-la-ayuda-de-200-euros-contra-la-inflacion-asi-puedes-solicitarla/
MALAGA PROVINCE
Tourist Housing Is Out Of Control In Malaga, Torrox, Nerja & Others: {Translation, summary} – In the centre of the capital, but also in the Arrabal de Fontanalla, in Lagunillas and, increasingly, in Trinidad-Perchel, there is no area around La Almendra de Málaga where there is not a proliferation of the famous AT signs indicating that entire buildings have ceased to belong to the common people and have become tourist properties. – And to corroborate this are the data provided this Thursday from the Organisation of Consumers and Users (OCU), which has warned that the number of dwellings for tourist use (VUT) in the capital and the province “has grown by 25% in the last 12 months”, in addition to the fact that we are facing a phenomenon that already reaches “94% of the municipalities of Malaga”. – The consumer association has pointed out that, according to data from the Tourism Register of the Junta de Andalucía to which it has had access, there has been exponential growth throughout the province in the last year, as shown by the fact that the ratio of tourist homes per household (taking into account 2.5 people per household as stated by the INE) exceeds 10% in 10 municipalities in the province: Benalmádena, Estepona, Frigiliana, Fuengirola, Manilva, Marbella, Mijas, Ojén, Torremolinos and Torrox. – But in addition, it is above 30% in the municipalities of Benahavís, Nerja and Casares, and there are cases such as Benahavís, where the number of vacancies in tourist accommodation already exceeds the number of inhabitants. – In the city of Malaga, meanwhile, according to OCU data, the number of vacancies offered almost quadruples the number of hotel vacancies. In the last 12 months, the number of holiday homes has risen from 8,883 to 11,550, with a total of 59,912 beds available in VUTs compared to 15,509 in hotels. – The OCU is clear: “We believe that this increase in the number of VUT is one of the factors that may influence the increase in the price of housing in Malaga, although it is not the only one, nor the main one”. They remind us that in March 2024 the price of rent in the capital rose by 16.5% annually, a figure above the national average which stands at 12.6% (according to the offer prices of the portal Idealista). – The association points out that in addition, “there is a clear imbalance between a growing demand for housing and a dwindling supply”, since, while the population in the province grew by 6% between 1 January 2018 and 1 January 2023, in the latter year, just 7,684 new homes were approved, which is 12% less than in 2022 and 22% less than in 2019. – OCU has insisted that local councils “promote a public rental housing stock in their municipalities”. – Similarly, and in order to encourage the private rental housing market, they believe it is necessary to provide security to landlords to lease their homes, guaranteeing the possibility of recovering them within a reasonable period in the event of non-payment, damage or any other serious non-compliance. – Finally, the OCU recalled the recent Decree 31/2024, of 29 January, which modifies various provisions on tourist accommodation in Andalusia, which states that “for imperative reasons of general interest, limitations may be established, proportionate to this reason, with regard to the maximum number of tourist accommodation per building, sector, area, period, area or zone. Such limitations shall be based on clear, unambiguous and objective criteria”. – The key to this issue is zoning, insofar as local councils limit the implantation of VUTs in those areas where there is a great imbalance between the number of VUTs and the number of usual residents, making a comprehensive urban planning that takes into account all the needs and that includes facilitating the necessary housing supply and, eventually, restricting the implantation of new VUTs in saturated areas. Source & photo, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1627847/las-viviendas-turisticas-crecen-mas-del-25-por-ciento-en-el-ultimo-ano-en-malaga/
NERJA
Nerja Take First Step To Adopting Rent Control- Town declares itself a “stressed residential area for housing”: {Translation, summary} – The socialist spokesperson in Nerja Town Hall, Patricia Gutiérrez, announced this Thursday at a press conference together with the PSOE Social Policies secretary, Mari Nieves Ramírez, that Nerja will begin the process to be declared a residential area with housing under stress as a result of “an agreement promoted by the PSOE with the current local government team”. – “We are going to start the procedures for Nerja to be declared as a stressed residential market area in line with the Housing Law of Pedro Sánchez’s government, so we can qualify for rent control and housing development benefits. In the municipality we have a serious problem of access to housing both in rental and ownership,” added Gutiérrez. In the municipality we have a serious problem of access to housing, both for rent and ownership,” she concluded. – Thus, the socialist spokeswoman regretted that many young people and families are suffering this situation, so “in the plenary session on 15 April we will ask the Board to initiate studies to declare the municipality as a stressed area, for this we have achieved the agreement so that soon the affected neighbours can benefit from the new housing reforms,” she said, “so that it is not speculators who make the price of housing more and more expensive so that it becomes inaccessible to normal people, especially the young and the most vulnerable”, concluded Ramírez. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/psoe-y-pp-alcanzan-un-acuerdo-para-declarar-a-nerja-como-zona-residencial-tensionada-de-viviendas/
ALMUÑÉCAR
Almuñécar installs eight ‘smart cubes’ that charge mobile phones and offer free Wi-Fi: {Translation, summary} – Almuñécar has installed eight new elements of urban furniture, located on the promenades of San Cristóbal, La Caletilla, Puerta del Mar, Velilla and La Herradura, consisting of smart benches and cubes, which work with solar energy and offer whoever takes a seat or passes around them a free Wi-Fi network connection, a wireless mobile phone charger, via USB port, and other information such as temperature, humidity or measurement of ultraviolet radiation. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/almunecar-instala-ocho-smart-cubes-que-cargan-moviles-y-ofrecen-wifi-gratis/
GRANADA
Easter rain puts an end to water restrictions in 40 municipalities in Granada province: – The rainfall will not have been enough to put an end to the persistent drought affecting the province, but it is enough to make the restrictions more flexible and even end them in some places. – The secretary general for Water, Ramiro Angulo, has announced that the latest rainfall has allowed the Granada area to move “to a situation of normality” and the five per cent saving measure has been lifted. – The president of the Mancomunidad de Municipios association of town halls on Granada’s Costa Tropical, Rafael Caballero stressed that despite this return to “normality”, the Mancomunidad will continue with its information campaigns, while each municipality will have to decide whether to continue with some water saving initiatives such as keeping the beach showers turned off in summer. Furthermore, the Mancomunidad will continue to work to prevent leaks in its supply networks. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/costa-tropical/rains-put-an-end-water-restrictions-municipalities-20240410081338-nt.html
RONDA
The bottom of the Tajo de Ronda opens to the world: {Translation, summary} – Ronda City Council has opened to the public the first phase of its flagship project for the city’s tourist industry, the Desfiladero del Tajo Path. This path, which initially covers a distance of 250 linear metres, allows visitors to connect the neighbourhood of the City, through the popularly known Plaza de El Campillo, with the base of the New Bridge, which is undoubtedly the most internationally recognised monument of the city. Photo Javier Flores. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/ronda/Camino-Desfiladero-Tajo-Ronda-abierto_0_1892812007.html
EUROPE
Parliament adopts reform of the EU electricity market, new mechanism to smooth out price spikes and troughs: – The reform adopted on Thursday will make the EU electricity market more stable, affordable, and sustainable. The measures, composed of a regulation and a directive already agreed upon with the Council, were adopted with 433 in favour, 140 against and 15 abstentions, and 473 votes to 80, with 27 abstentions, respectively. – The law will protect consumers against volatile prices. MEPs ensured that they will have the right to access fixed-price contracts or dynamic price contracts, and receive important information on the options they sign up to. Suppliers will not be allowed to unilaterally change the terms of a contract. – MEPs also secured that EU countries can prohibit suppliers from cutting the electricity supply of vulnerable customers, including during disputes between suppliers and customers. Full article: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240408IPR20316/parliament-adopts-reform-of-the-eu-electricity-market
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Italy Introduces Digital Nomad Visa for Foreign Remote Workers Making At Least €28,000/yr: – From April 4, foreigners are eligible to stay in Italy in a legal way for a period of up to a year through this scheme. The visa can be renewed annually. – In order to benefit from it, applicants are required to earn €28,000 (£23,992.50) per year or more and have health insurance and accommodation arranged for the period they plan to remain in Italy. Applicants should also ensure that they haven’t been found guilty of a crime in the past five years. – Those interested in this scheme are also required to prove that they have been working as digital nomads or remote workers elsewhere for at least six months before. – Before applying for the Digital Nomad Visa, applicants must be tax-compliant in Italy. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/italy-introduces-digital-nomad-visa-for-foreign-remote-workers/
USA
O.J. Simpson Dead At 76 After Cancer Battle: – OJ Simpson, the once-beloved NFL superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted in a 1995 murder trial that gripped the nation, died at his Las Vegas home Wednesday. He was 76. – Simpson, whose fame, fortune and legacy were forever changed despite being cleared by a Los Angeles jury of killing his ex-wife and her male friend in what was dubbed the “trial of the century”, had been battling prostate cancer. Full article: https://nypost.com/2024/04/11/us-news/oj-simpson-dead-at-76/
HEALTH
Health adds vacuum therapy (cupping), light therapy, aromatherapy & more to its list of “pseudotherapies”, therapies that “lack scientific evidence of any kind”: {Translation, summary} – Spain’s Ministry of Health, following reports developed by the Spanish Network of Health Technology and Benefits Agencies of the National Health System (RedETS), has concluded that vacuum therapy {pic}, light therapy for mental health problems, conscious breathing, chi-kung/qigong, zerobalancing, aromatherapy and relaxation techniques based on the induction of bodily sensations should be considered pseudo-therapies. – These 73 pseudotherapies are also identified: somatoemotional analysis, transactional analysis, angels of Atlantis, harmonics, arolo tifar, ataraxia, aura soma, biocybernetics, breema, energy surgery, transformational coaching, systematic constellations, quartz crystals, chromopuncture, quartz bowls, Tibetan bowls, diaphreotherapy, tuning forks, acupressure, sea essences, spinology, fasciotherapy, feng shui, dawn flowers, fruit therapy, gemmotherapy, geobiology, geochromotherapy, geotherapy, geotherapy, graphotherapy, colon hydrotherapy, Ericksonian hypnosis, homeosynthesis, iridology, lama-fera, babandi massage, Californian massage, chakra energy massage, metamorphic massage, Tibetan massage, anthroposophic medicine, Mapuche medicine, orthomolecular medicine, metallotherapy, Kidoc body orientation method, Grinberg method, numerology, oligotherapy, orinotherapy, biocatalytic oxygenation, hot stones, vastu pyramid, marine plasma, posturology, pranotherapy, psychohomeopathy, psychic healing, quinton, dowsing, rebirthing, core synchronisation, sophronisation, sotai, tantra, phosphenic technique, metamorphic technique, nimmo massage technique, bioenergetic therapy, biomagnetic therapy, cellular memory renewal therapy (cmrt), California flower therapy, orchid flower therapy, and regressive therapy. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/actualidad/noticia-sanidad-incluye-vacuoterapia-luminoterapia-aromaterapia-lista-pseudoterapias-20240411090416.html
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Shortage of doctors in Spain: the sector foresees a deficit of 9,000 specialists until 2027 and especially in primary care: {Translation, summary} – This Thursday, the Spanish Society of Public Health and Health Administration (Sespas) presented the results of the first part of its biennial report, drawn up by scientists and health professionals and focusing this time on the causes of and solutions to the shortage of family doctors and nurses, as well as the challenge of attracting a sufficient number of medical graduates to the National Health System. Among the most important data, the specialists stress that the supply of specialist doctors in Spain will have a growing deficit until 2027, reaching a deficit of approximately 9,000 doctors that year, according to the Ministry of Health’s predictions. – “From 2028 onwards, it will be progressively reduced until 2035, when it will practically reach equilibrium. Although there are notable differences between specialities, in terms of current and predicted deficit or surplus, the great source of deficit is and will be until 2028 in primary care, and in particular in family medicine, while paediatrics will be in balance fundamentally due to the predicted fall in the birth rate in Spain,” point out the authors of one of the papers presented this Thursday. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5235280/0/escasez-medicos-espana-sector-preve-un-deficit-creciente-especialistas-hasta-2027-sobre-todo-atencion-primaria/
RECALLS
Health orders the withdrawal of the shampoo “Matrix Biolage Smooth-Therapie” for containing a prohibited substance that can cause fertility problems: {Translation, summary} – The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) has issued a consumer alert regarding the withdrawal of a shampoo that includes a substance banned by the European Union in cosmetic products for being associated with fertility problems. The product in question is Matrix Biolage Smooth-Therapie, from the French brand Matrix 15. – AEMPS has ordered, as precautionary measures, the withdrawal of the product, and has recommended users not to purchase or use the product any longer. Comes in a variety of containers. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5235251/0/sanidad-ordena-retirada-champu-sustancia-prohibida-que-puede-provocar-problemas-fertilidad/
SCAMS
Authorities in Spain warn of ‘chain’ theft of WhatsApp accounts- this is how it works and what to do if you fall victim: – Spain’s National Institute of Cybersecurity (Incibe) has issued a warning of “chain thefts of WhatsApp accounts”. – It comes after the case of a man who contacted authorities concerned after he had lost access to his account. One day received a message from his son telling him he had had a problem with his WhatsApp account and that he was going to send him a code by SMS which he needed him to provide. After receiving the code, the person sent it to his son via WhatsApp, immediately and without thinking, so he could resolve the alleged incident. – Within minutes, it was he himself who lost access to his account. He tried to activate it again, was able to insert the first code requested, but was subsequently asked for a second verification code that never arrived on his phone. He then phoned his son for help and discovered that the same thing had happened to him, so it was not his son who had asked for the code, but he had been a victim of a “chain” account theft. The next day, one of his contacts received a message from his account asking him for money because he was in financial trouble. Full article with instructions to recover your account: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/the-national-institute-cybersecurity-warns-chain-theft-20240410090307-nt.html
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Churches & Worship
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New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us at our Sunday gathering. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards. – Prayer Meeting: You are also welcome to join our prayer meetings on Wednesday mornings at 11.00am for 1 hour, where we meet for prayer and worship.. – Sunday Service 11.00am / Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. John 14:6 Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja , 29780. Directions: Click Here Email: info@nlcnerja.com ; Website: www.nlcnerja.com ; Facebook
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El Puente Christian Fellowship (Vélez-Málaga): We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker. The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700. Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665 62 63 42. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).
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Pets For Adoption
Axarquia Animal Rescue: A Voluntary Charity, Non-profit Organisation CIF G93245116 / Charity Number 10567 (Spain) Email: axarquia-rescue@hotmail.com Website: www.axarquiaanimalrescue.com – Shanti AAR2745: One of a litter of 7 that need homes, 10 weeks old, vaccinations started, and we think small/medium in size when fully grown. – Mel AAR2720: A stunning 8 month old pup, fully vaccinated, a bit of a mixture, but expected to be medium in size. Please take a look at our website, where you will find more information and photos, plus details of other dogs and pups that we have in our care. Our adoption costs are 110e for pups that have been fully vaccinated, rabies, chip and passport and 180e for older dogs that have all vaccinations, papers and have been neutered. This contributes towards their vet and care costs, and helps us to continue rescuing abandoned dogs and cats.
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Celtic Music Night with O´Cool & The Celt (Mitch France and Sean Barrett from County Clare in Ireland): Friday 12th April: La Plaza, Canillas de Albadia from 7.30pm. Call 952 553254 or 609 167127 for your table.
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Mitch France Plays the Beatles: At Siddhartha on the Rock, Competa. Saturday 13th April from 8.30pm. 30 Beatles songs from Hey Jude to Long Tall Sally. I grew up just down the East Lancs road from the Beatles in Salford and thier music is part of my DNA. Even to this day when I play some of their songs, memories and the smell of vinyl, the Fidelity record player or my reel to reel come flooding back. Come and share your own memories with me (if you´re old enough!) at Siddhartha on the Rock in Competa on Saturday 13th April from 8.30pm. If dancing is your thing The Beatles covered a lot of Rock & Roll songs, so you will be well catered for. Call 952 516 748 or 628 177 424 for your table or just come along for a drink. Check out one of my Cavern Beatroots videos here. Video Link
Torrox Costa’s Bodega Bar Reopening: North side of BLQ 78, near the bus station, behind the library/tourist office. No info yet on opening date, but they put up new signs yesterday after having some renovations done recently. It is now “La Bodega Bei Rainer”.
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For Sale, 3 items: – Ikea Poang Chair. Skiftebo dark grey cushion with black-brown chair frame. €129 new a year ago, asking €35 now. – Shoes. Mens Skechers Archfit Waveport style shoes, Uk Size 10, EU 45. Step in design. Only worn a few times as I should have bought the next size up! Currently €95 on Skechers website. €30. – Jacket. M&S Autograph Navy Blue Mens Jacket, Size 42in, 107cm, Cotton & Linen Mix, €35. Buyer to collect please. Contact Steve in El Morche on 620056188 for WhatsApp or email: agentthommo@icloud.com
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For Sale: Complete set of Ladies golf club, 8 Irons plus 3 woods and a carry bag with balls. In excellent condition. In fact, all you need to play golf. Bargain at 50 Euros. Rubite / La vinuela Area. Whats App or call Kenneth or Christine on 642 954 485.
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SPAIN
Sanchez insists on recognizing a Palestinian State and Demands Greater EU Military Spending “Not to be feared, but to be respected”: {Translation, summary} – The European Union (EU), and also Spain as part of this club, must increase its investment in the “defence industry” in the face of the increasingly tense geopolitical situation and the latent threat from Russia against the EU’s borders. The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, made this clear this Wednesday in an appearance in which he raised the need to “strengthen our capacity for deterrence, not to be feared, but to be respected” and to “protect the project of peace and democracy that is Europe”. – Regarding Palestine, he assured that the way is being opened to the establishment of a Palestinian State, and after recalling his recent trips to the Middle East, together with the one he will begin this week in Europe, he stated that the “international community will not be able to help the Palestinian State if it does not recognise its existence”. “Spain is prepared to recognise the Palestinian state”, he concluded. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5234777/0/sanchez-llama-que-ue-eleve-su-inversion-industria-armamentistica-no-para-ser-temidos-pero-si-para-ser-respetados/
ANDALUCÍA
Junta’s drought committee avoids making ruling on controversial filling private swimming pools issue: – The Junta de Andalucía’s drought committee for Malaga province, which includes the Costa del Sol, is holding back on making an official announcement about whether residential communities will be allowed fill their swimming pools this summer. – Following the declarations of the minister of agriculture Carmen Crespo last week, the drought committee – despite previously making an exception for public swimming pools in hotels, sport and health centres and campsites – said it is not the body’s decision to make an official ruling on filling or refilling pools. – During a meeting on Tuesday 9 April, the contributions of the latest rains were analysed, with water restrictions relaxed until October, as reported yesterday by SUR. The limit of consumption per inhabitant is increased by 25% and goes from 160 litres per inhabitant per day to 200. It will be up to each respective municipality to ensure these restrictions are being followed. – And that seems to be the philosophy: the committee sets limits on how to reach water savings, with consumption a matter for each municipality. The same applies to the use of beach showers, foot baths and public fountains. Secretary general for water Ramiro Angulo chaired the meeting in Malaga and said: “Although the rains have helped to improve the situation, we cannot think the drought is over, so we must continue to maintain saving measures that help to ensure the most efficient use of resources”. – Irrigation. With regard to irrigation, the drought committee agreed to apply an increase of up to 6 hm³ to the irrigable area of the Guadalhorce region of Malaga province. In the Axarquia area there will be an increase in recycled water farmers can use to irrigate their crops due to the increase in supply contributions. On the other hand, the Guaro Plan has been suspended until further notice. In the Axarquia region, water transfers from Malaga city will be suspended from this Thursday 11 April. – Prudence. Concluding the meeting, Angulo asked those present to remain prudent and responsible and stressed the importance of continuing with investments and awareness campaigns. It was concluded that the current measures will again be reviewed in June. – Reservoirs continue to rise due to runoffs. Meanwhile, the reservoir levels in Malaga province continue to rise. On Tuesday afternoon they were close to 164 cubic hectometres, an increase of 67 in just one month thanks to the contributions of storm Nelson late last month. – La Concepción, which supplies much of the western strip of the Costa del Sol, leads the provincial reserves, with 39 hm3. Behind, Guadalteba (36.74 hm3); Viñuela (29.91); Guadalhorce (24.08), and Conde de Guadalhorce (22.77). Overall the reservoirs are holding around 27% of their total capacity. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/the-drought-committee-avoids-pronouncing-itself-swimming-20240410083609-nt.html
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The ‘alunizajes’ gang on the Costa del Sol is busted- twenty robberies during their prison breaks: {Translation} – Agents of the National Police and the Guardia Civil have arrested three alleged members of a gang of burglars to whom they attribute more than twenty robberies perpetrated on the Costa del Sol and in Cádiz. Those arrested are said to be the same people who last summer ransacked numerous shops in Estepona, Manilva and San Pedro Alcántara after smashing high-end cars – which had also been stolen – in their shop windows. According to investigators, the robberies took place practically every weekend and coincided with the prison leave of one of the suspects. – The investigations began at the end of July following the commission of a burglary using the “alunizaje” method in an electronic goods shop in Estepona. In just a few days, the alleged perpetrators repeated the same manoeuvre in a jewellery shop located in the centre of San Luis de Sabinillas, in Manilva, from which they stole beads worth 15,285 euros. They then fled, leaving behind the vehicle they used in the robbery, which had been stolen hours earlier in the same locality. – Not even a week went by when, as already published in this newspaper, it was the turn of San Pedro Alcántara, where two robberies took place in the very centre of the city and barely 24 hours apart. The first of these occurred at around 03.45 hours on Saturday 5 August in an Orange shop. Witnesses alerted the 112-Andalusia emergency service and the National Police that a vehicle had just broken into the shop window. – Within minutes, the callers were able to observe four hooded individuals fleeing in another high-end car, according to the sources consulted. Apparently, the perpetrators left the car used to commit the break-in abandoned, so the tow truck was requested to remove it. – In the early hours of the following morning, the burglars acted again, this time in a jewellery shop located just a few metres from the previous premises, also in the centre of San Pedro Alcántara. The noise of the impact again startled the neighbours, who immediately alerted the authorities. Once again, they warned that four men were involved. – The luck of the aluniceros changed in September. In the early hours of the 4th of this month they tried to rob the Supermercado El Jamón in Sabinillas, the robbery being foiled by the patrols that were alerted. However, the perpetrators fled again in another car. – A few days later they returned to Ronda, where they rammed a vehicle previously stolen in the La Deshesa neighbourhood into an Orange shop in Calle La Bolsa. The quick action of the police, once again, frustrated the thieves’ objective, which was to steal mobile phones, although they fled in another car that was waiting for them in the area. – This criminal group has been attributed with the commission of 22 crimes, 12 break-ins in commercial establishments and 10 vehicle thefts in the space of just four months. The collaboration and coordination between the two police forces and the information obtained during the investigation led the agents to identify the members of the criminal group, establishing a series of services aimed at arresting its members. – Finally, after an extensive police operation, one of the members of this criminal group was arrested on 18 August during the commission of one of the robberies under investigation in a supermarket in Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz), two others were arrested on 6 October when they were carrying out another robbery in an establishment in San Pedro de Alcántara (Málaga), and a fourth was charged as a suspect under investigation. – The arrests were made in flagrante delicto after the criminal group had committed burglaries in both towns. The three detainees, of Spanish nationality and aged between 22 and 32, were brought before the courts for allegedly committing the crimes of robbery with force, vehicle theft and membership of a criminal organisation, and were remanded in custody. Source & photos, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/cae-banda-alunizajes-costa-sol-veintena-robos-20240410113517-nt.html
MALAGA PROVINCE
Companies in Malaga describe it as a “blow” that private pools cannot be filled: {Translation} – The companies in Malaga consider it a “blow” that private swimming pools cannot be filled, after the president of the Junta de Andalucía saw it as “foreseeable” that the filling of communal pools in the province of Malaga would be allowed, until now prohibited by restrictions, but “very difficult” in the others. – This has been assessed to EFE from the Platform of companies and self-employed of Malaga in the sectors of gardening, swimming pools, nurseries, lifeguards and tourist flats that denounce the discrimination between companies in the face of the drought, while from the College of Property Administrators have expressed caution in this regard. The platform – which brings together almost 400 companies – indicates that there are more than 78,000 swimming pools in the province of Malaga according to the Cadastre. In this sense, the manager of Piscinas Jiménez, Inmaculada Jiménez, assures that more than 50% of this type of facilities are private, so she does not understand why some could be filled and others not. *Water parks* – Nor does she understand why water parks, which are preparing to open, can operate despite the consumption they entail. On the other hand, in houses, without specifying so much, they cannot and he recalls that last summer there was less water and pools were opened and that there was already more water than the previous year before the Easter rains. – She also adds that in municipalities on the Costa del Sol such as Benalmádena, the water meters of the swimming pools have been sealed since October, but the hotels “have a free hand” and their aquatic facilities are refilled. They also argue that if there is no water, there should be none for anyone. Therefore, they ask to be allowed to operate at least during the summer and ask that if many of their clients, foreign tourists who arrive at Christmas and in summer, have not used water for months, “why can’t they use their 200 litres to fill the pool and water their gardens? She was referring to the 200 litres of water per inhabitant per day to which the water supply has risen in several areas of Andalusia when the restrictions were relaxed after the last rains. *Jobs at risk* – Similarly, he points out that many jobs are at risk, including that of lifeguards. In this sector, a total of 400 companies have joined the platform of those affected by the drought decree and he points out that in this area of Malaga “in July or August the swimming pools are of prime necessity”. Andrés Marín, from the gardening sector, considers it “illogical” and “absurd” to close private swimming pools. Furthermore, he points out that if a family is able to save water from its quota, it could pour water into the aquatic installation. On the other hand, he explains that meetings are pending with the town councils, as they have to decide what to do with the community pools in order to comply with the 200 litres of water per inhabitant per day provided by the Junta. *Irrigation* – Marín also states that they do not know if they will be able to use water for irrigation and are awaiting official information on the matter. The Malaga and Melilla Association of Property Administrators remains cautious and is waiting to see how the authorised uses are materialised in the Official Gazette of the Junta de Andalucía or in the municipal ordinances when the town councils decide. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/Empresas-Malaga-llenar-piscinas-privadas_0_1892512238.html
TORROX
The storm ‘Nelson’ claimed the life of a woman dragged by a river in Torrox when she tried to cross it: {Translation, summary} – The firmness with which the storm Nelson lashed the Mediterranean coast during Easter week claimed the life of a woman, swept away by a current of water when she tried to cross a river with her vehicle in the town of Torrox, as confirmed to this newspaper by the Civil Guard. – The victim, aged 64 and of Dutch nationality, lived in a country house in the municipality of Malaga. She used her car to travel and ford the river Güi, which runs next to the farmhouse and through which little water used to flow due to the lack of rainfall. At least 24 hours before Easter Saturday, the woman tried to cross the river again. By then, however, it had risen significantly and the current was strong. – After the events, the woman’s family reported her disappearance when she did not return to her home and there was no news of her whereabouts. Agents from the main post of the Guardia Civil in Torrox began an investigation to try to clarify the circumstances of the case. – On 30 March, some people alerted that there was a lifeless person in the westernmost area of El Morche beach. Officers from the Torrox Local Police, who located the documentation of the deceased in collaboration with Sos Desaparecidos, and the Guardia Civil, verified that it was the woman who had disappeared the previous day. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/borrasca-Nelson-muerte-mujer-arrastrada-rio-Torrox_0_1892511519.html
RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA
Rincón de la Victoria organizes free tourist and leisure experiences for half a thousand seniors in the municipality: {Translation, summary} – The Department of Social Welfare of the Rincón de la Victoria Town Council has organised a series of free tourist and leisure experiences for people over 65 years of age in the municipality. – These activities, “which will be held during the months of May and June, will be enjoyed by some 500 elderly people belonging to our senior’s active participation centres”, says the councillor for the area, Olga Cervantes. – The excursions will be organised by the company City Sightseeing, with a programme that will begin with a trip from the municipality to Malaga in the tourist bus. Once there, the seniors will enjoy a boat trip around the bay, including a picnic on board. Once the route is over, they will also be able to enjoy other activities with a visit to two of Malaga’s museums and a flamenco show. – On the other hand, on the 21st of April, a hundred elderly people will attend the Encuentro Nacional de Hermandades y Cofradías San Isidro in Benamocarra, where they will also be able to taste rice and avocado, and attend a bullfight. (No, I’m not promoting a bullfight. I am warning seriors that are considering this activity what to expect. So no hate-mail please. -Ed) – It is also planned that a hundred elderly people from the municipality will travel to Ronda to visit the facilities of Reservatauro through the Provincial Council of Malaga. – “From the Social Welfare Department of Rincón de la Victoria we will continue to offer a varied programme to stimulate the activity of our seniors. The next actions will be to offer free experiences to the elderly with tours of the tourist train through the municipality,” says the councillor. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-organiza-experiencias-turisticas-y-de-ocio-gratuitas-para-medio-millar-de-mayores-del-municipio/
TORREMOLINOS
Big Brother Is Watching You! How is this possible without a vote? Torremolinos installs 21 video surveillance cameras as part of town-wide security crackdown, 24 more on the way: – Torremolinos has installed 21 video surveillance cameras as part of a town-wide security crackdown announced by the town hall in December. – Mayor Margarita del Cid, announced the measure after meeting with police, and said funding from grants and programmes from different institutions will hopefully increase the number of cameras. She said the aim is to improve security and provide data management tools to analyse the levels of vehicle and pedestrian traffic. – A total of 242,469 euros was invested for the first stage, with an allocation from the central government. However, the aim is, as the councillor pointed out, to continue with the strategy and reaching 45 video surveillance cameras. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/benalmadena-torremolinos/torremolinos-installs-the-first-video-surveillance-systems-20240410155456-nt.html *Editor comment* – The Junta’s data storage has been repeatedly hacked in the past. They store their data on “the cloud” and in gov’t data servers, which have poor track records for security. Andalucia’s police accounts, traffic cam monitors, and employment & court records have all been hacked in the last 2 years. They have a terrible track record for data security. Collecting data on law abiding citizens’ daily activities, without permission of said individuals, is a serious abuse of authority, a violation of your privacy, and very possibly a crime! And if “facial recognition” functions are included in the surveillance, without the authorization of the observed, this can constitute a serious violation of fundamental civil liberties. In June 2023, the European Parliament made history when it voted in favour of a total ban on live facial recognition in public spaces. – They are spending hundreds of thousands of tax payer Euros on expensive projects the public never voted on. In addition, the Junta says it receives, “funding from grants and programmes from different institutions.” The only reason corporate grants are given is to have access to that data. So who are these grant providers? What will be done with this shared data? Will it be passed on to the partners of the grant providers? And then to the partners of the partners? It may as well be public. Clearly the authorities are overstepping their bounds. They must be reminded, they work for the public, NOT the other way around. – One recent example of the danger of this type of data collection by gov’ts is how Israel has been using an Artificial Intelligence system ironically named “Gospel” to analyse public surveillance data to identify and target Palestinians for drone attacks. This has resulted in many more innocent bystanders being killed than the actual targets sought; in addition, the estimated 10% target error rate was found to be acceptable! References: https://www.euronews.com/2023/11/16/the-eu-wants-to-make-facial-recognition-history-but-it-must-be-done-for-the-right-reasonshttps://www.ft.com/content/90ce2dce-c413-11e9-a8e9-296ca66511c9 https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1218643254
RECALLS
Health withdraws all batches of a food supplement for having melatonin above the maximum allowed limit: {Translation, summary} – The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) has ordered a marketing ban and the withdrawal from the market of all copies of the product Melatonin 7, capsules. The AEMPS has learned of its marketing by the company 7 Nutrition, from Poland. Melatonin 7, capsules is marketed as a food supplement, despite the fact that the competent authorities have not been notified of its placing on the market, in breach of the regulations in force for this type of product. As indicated on its labeling, it contains the pharmacologically active substance melatonin in a dose of 5 milligrams per capsule. – There are medicines authorized for marketing in Spain whose active ingredient is melatonin with a dose of 2 milligrams of said active ingredient, a lower quantity than the product Melatonin 7, capsules, according to the AEMPS. – Due to all the risks detected, as well as the fact that the article has not been subject to evaluation and authorization prior to its marketing by this Agency, the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products has taken the precautionary measure of prohibiting its marketing and requesting its withdrawal from the market. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/salud/retiran-complemento-alimenticio-melatonina-riesgos-20240410213134-nt.html
SPORTS
Football News- Barca & Atletico Madrid both Champions League quarter-final winners: – Barcelona {pic} came from behind to earn 3-2 win over Paris St-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final in France. – Atletico Madrid wins 2-1 over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Refs: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/68773222 https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/68773215
Have you received this SMS related to your income tax refund? Be careful, it could be a fraud: {Translation, summary} – The scam, which uses the smishing technique, is simple: users receive a text message informing them that they have been paid a certain amount for a supposed income tax refund for the year 2023. The message also contains a link to a fraudulent website that impersonates the Tax Agency, under the pretext that the user should access it in order to obtain more information with the ultimate goal of obtaining the victim’s personal and banking data.. – So far, as reported by Incibe, several types of messages of this type have been detected, which include some spelling errors and an unofficial URL of the Tax Agency. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/sms-fraude-campana-renta-20240409125534-nt.html
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Concert- The Promúsica Choir: Fri, 12 Apr, 7pm. €10 Sala Joaquín Eléjar, C/ San Juan Bosco 79, Málaga Concert with religious pieces from the most classical repertoire, moving on to more modern works and other works related to the seventh art, cinema. The musical journey will range from Mozart and Handel to The Lord of the Rings, among others. PROGRAMME Benedicat vobis, Handel Dona nobis pacem, Mozart Sanctus. Requiem, Fauré Glorificamus te, J. Estes Halleluyah, L. Cohen Exultate Justi, J. Williams In dreams, H. Shore Vois sur ton chemin, B. Coulais Why we sing, G. Gilpin Info & tix: https://www.mientrada.net/evento/concierto-de-la-coral-promusica/
The Magic Trio in concert: Saturday 13 April, 8pm Al Alba Bio-Gastrobodega, Torrox Costa Dana Andrews, Gianni Piras, Aki Riihimäki. Gypsy jazz, blues, soul and everything in between. C/Estepona 1, Torrox Costa. On the Paseo Maritimo, near the playground info/booking 628009560. Don’t miss it.
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Constitutional Court suspends Catalan parliament’s popular initiative calling for independence: {Translation} – The Plenary of the Constitutional Court (TC) on Tuesday unanimously accepted the challenge to the popular legislative initiative (ILP) being debated in the Catalan Parliament, which calls for the declaration of Catalonia’s independence. Having been appealed by the government, the body of guarantees has proceeded to the suspension of the initiative. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5234503/0/constitucional-suspende-iniciativa-popular-parlamento-catalan-que-defiende-independencia/
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‘Empty Spain’ is for sale and it is now possible to buy abandoned towns for under €80,000, one is free!: {Translation, summary} – Village in La Coruña. In La Coruña you can buy a village with 8 houses on a 4,500 square meter property located almost an hour from the city. Its price is 89,000 euros. The houses need a complete renovation, but if you clear the weeds, you can see the sea.
– Village in Lugo. The six buildings in this Lugo village with 13,000 square meters of meadow and farmland are for sale. In addition, it has its own spring and fountain. According to the real estate agency, only three houses remain pending renovation. The town can be yours for 73,000 euros.
– Farmhouse in Almería. This village has 4 buildings, one of which is ready to move into, and a garage. The garden also requires urgent renovation. Its price is 65,000 euros.
– Village in La Rioja. The town is completely abandoned and in a ruinous state, except for small buildings that maintain the structure such as the church tower. This town with three streets has 9 plots and 3 rural properties and is sold for 49,000 euros. Of course, it does not have electric light.
– Village in the Ribeira Sacra. This 4,000 square meter estate located in the spectacular Galician Ribeira Sacra, has four stone buildings from the 18th century and is sold for 39,500 euros. Of course, it must be completely rehabilitated.
– This rural complex is located in Orense. It has two two-story townhouses already restored and also four other houses pending repair and two other structures that would serve as a garage. It also includes an old bread oven. All of this is sold for 59,000 euros.
– Village in Orense, FREE. This village in Orense is given away free of charge in exchange for its rehabilitation. The town has 12 homes and a total of 15,000 square meters. It also has important remains of stone houses, fountains and bridges. The problem is that it is in a total state of abandonment.
AXARQUÍA
La Axarquía recovers a supply of 200 litres of water per inhabitant per day after the latest rains, although restrictions will continue: {Translation, summary} – La Axarquía will recover this week a supply of 200 litres of water per inhabitant per day after the latest rains, compared to the 160 litres stipulated until now. The region, however, will continue with the suspension of agricultural irrigation under the Guaro Plan. In addition, it will stop receiving water from the city of Málaga. However, there will be a greater volume of reclaimed water for irrigation in the region, as agreed by the Drought Management Commission. The La Viñuela reservoir is still far from the exit of the severe drought threshold, set at 41.5 cubic hectometres. This means that there is no guaranteed water for more than a year and that cuts and restrictions will continue. As of this Tuesday 9th April the dam has 29.91 cubic hectometres, which is 18.20% of its total capacity. – The Commission has evaluated the contributions that the latest rains and runoff have left in the province’s reservoirs, with 30 hm³ of new water, bringing the reservoir water capacity to 30.01%. – The latest rainfall has allowed the area of Granada to move to a situation of normality, so that the Commission has approved the withdrawal of the 5% savings measure that applied to the region of the Costa Tropical; and in the Levante Almeriense the 200 litres per person per day are maintained. – With regard to irrigation, the Committee has agreed to apply an increase of up to 6 hm³ to the irrigable area of the Guadalhorce region of Malaga, and 4 hm³ to the Campo de Gibraltar. For its part, in the region of La Axarquia there will be an increase in reclaimed water that farmers can use to irrigate their crops due to the increase in supply contributions. – Finally, the Commission explained that these measures will be reviewed again in June, in accordance with the Drought Plans themselves. There has been no new express communication on the filling of swimming pools or the opening of beach showers. Hotel, campsite, sports, sanitary and public pools will be able to open their pools. The rest is the decision of each town council with the guideline of 200 litres. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-axarquia-recupera-un-abastecimiento-de-200-litros-de-agua-por-habitante-y-dia-tras-las-ultimas-lluvias-aunque-seguiran-las-restricciones/
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
‘Sabor a Málaga’ Fair will return to Vélez-Málaga: {Translation, summary} – To be held Friday the 12th to Sunday the 14th April, on Canalejas Street in Veleña. The Fair’s hours will be from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday. – Sunday with feature a magic performance by the magician Luigi, in the middle of Canalejas Street, at 12:00 p.m. – A programme of parallel activities includes live cooking demonstrations, tastings and workshops, but also musical performances and performances by the choirs and dance groups of Vélez-Málaga and Torre del Mar. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-feria-sabor-a-malaga-regresara-a-velez-malaga-tras-mas-de-un-decada-para-apostar-por-los-productos-de-la-tierra/
SPORTS
Football News- Ministry of the Interior activates “all its early warning and protection systems” in the face of the threat from the Islamic State against Champions League football matches with Spanish teams: {Translation, summary} – The Ministry of the Interior recalled this Tuesday that it has activated “all its early warning and protection systems” in the face of the threat from the Islamic State (ISIS or Daesh) against Champions League football matches with Spanish teams, so fans and citizens can carry out their daily activities “with peace of mind.” – Interior has reacted in this way after the jihadist group Islamic State threatened in recent hours to carry out terrorist attacks during the first leg matches of the quarterfinals of the Champions League, which will take place at the Santiago Bernabéu, in the Cívitas Metropolitan, in the Emirates Stadium and in Paris at the Parc des Princes. In the last few hours, the Islamic State has published several images through related media such as the Al Azaim Foundation and Sarh al Jilafa, one of them with the legend ‘Kill them all’, in which you can see a man with his face covered up carrying a rifle and the name of all the stadiums where ‘Champions’ matches are being played this week. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-interior-llama-tranquilidad-porque-existen-medidas-antiterroristas-amenaza-isis-partidos-champions-20240409105156.html
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Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Torrox Spanish History Group next meeting Wednesday, 10 April: This month’s talk will be presented by Mark Overton. The subject is, Topo de Mijas, (The Mole of Mijas). In hiding for 30 years!” Please come along and support Mark. The venue for the meeting starting at 11:00 hrs, is the MEDIACANA MERENDERO. Non-members are welcome. There is no charge for attending the group’s meetings. (It would be courteous if attendees would purchase at least one drink at the premises, as we are permitted to use the premises and their equipment free of charge). Mediacana Merendero is available to find on Google Maps. There is ample parking at the venue and public transport is available, supplied by ASLA, with a stop at Km. 46 on the N340, which is just 290 metres from the venue. Further information email: keithrocksue AT gmail dot com Keith / Velez
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Vélez Málaga- Legado de Reyes (Kings Legacy) Parade: Sat, April 27th, the parade is starting at 7:00 p.m. with departure from the street next to the Cruz del Cordero. More activities to be announced closer to the date of the event. Video Link
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Torrox- La Ruta de las Cruces de Mayo: Thursday thru Saturday, 2nd, 3rd and 4th of May In 2023 more than a dozen crosses and altars from collectives and associations made up the route, which this year is expected to increase. On the route of the crosses you will be able to taste arropía, donuts and other traditional sweets of Torrox.
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The End Of Spain’s Golden Visa Program?: {Translation, summary} – The President of the Government has indicated that a new measure aims to initiate the procedure to eliminate the granting of the so-called ‘golden visa’, which allows access to the residence regime when more than half a million euros are invested in real estate. – After warning that his government will adopt the necessary measures to ensure that housing “is a right and not merely a speculative business”, Sánchez insisted that currently 94 out of every 100 visas of this type are linked to speculative real estate investment. – Sánchez insisted that the speculative approach to housing in Spain must end “because it is a model that “leads us to disaster and promotes inequality” as a result of the inaccessibility of housing for young people and their families. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1623940/el-gobierno-cambiara-la-ley-que-permite-el-visado-de-residencia-al-invertir-en-vivienda/
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Another Huge Settlement From Spanish Health For Malpractice, €308,000 This Time, Despite Their Shameless Efforts To Appeal The Award: {Translation, summary} – The Madrid High Court has upheld the ruling which ordered the health insurance company ASISA to pay compensation of 308,742 euros to the relatives of a patient who died after a heart surgery he was due to undergo was postponed due to an administrative matter- when he was already in the operating theatre! – The Court dismissed ASISA’s appeal against the ruling of the 87th Court of First Instance of Madrid, which upheld the claim brought by a lawyer on behalf of the relatives of the deceased, his wife, his two children, his mother and his sister. – The patient, who was 61 years old, suffered from a heart condition for which he was scheduled for surgery at the Quirón hospital in Valencia on 30 June 2016. When the patient was in the operating theatre, the cardiologists realised that instead of the prescribed device, TCR (cardiac resynchronisation therapy), a TCR-DAI (resynchronisation device associated with a defibrillator) had to be fitted. – As they did not obtain administrative authorisation from ASISA for this new device, they proceeded to discharge the patient, who went home without any tests being carried out to check his condition, and the surgery was rescheduled for 18 July. – However, the patient died at home four days after being discharged from hospital. The judges found serious ‘malpractice’ on the part of the doctors who performed the operation because they postponed the implantation of the device that was actually needed until an administrative authorisation was obtained, adding they accepted the postponement knowing the seriousness of the patient and the availability of the device. – It was about the money! For their ruling, the judges took into account the reason for the delay of the surgical intervention- to wait for a simple authorisation from ASISA to use a different device than initially planned, because of the greater cost- and additionally considered the absence of knowledge of the safe amount of time actually available to require the patient to wait so as not to cause his sudden death. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1623511/indemnizan-a-la-familia-de-un-paciente-que-murio-al-aplazarse-su-operacion-por-un-tramite/
TORROX
Endesa under pressure- Torrox residents demand solutions for the risks of the substation: {Translation} – Residents of Torrox Park continue their fight against the construction of Endesa’s electricity substation, now denouncing the lack of response from the Town Hall to their numerous requests and concerns. The Plataforma Ciudadana contra la Subestación de Torrox Park has issued a statement exposing how the local government has repeatedly ignored requests for meetings and the search for solutions to crucial issues. – According to the statement, the Platform requested two meetings with the Town Hall on 26 March, one with the mayor and the other with the councillor for education, with the aim of addressing a number of concerns which have so far gone unanswered. Among these concerns are the whereabouts of the University of Malaga (UMA) report prior to the construction of the substation, as well as the lack of response to a request for an ex officio review submitted almost half a year ago. – Concerns have been heightened following the publication of an independent report on electromagnetic radiation measurements, funded by contributions from neighbours and affected families. This report has revealed potential dangers, such as the presence of an unfenced transformer outside the CEIP El Faro school and the danger of the recently inaugurated green park, whose metal structures increase exposure to radiation as they are close to several electricity pylons. – The request for a formal response on the protective measures to guarantee the safety of residents, especially children exposed to the risks of the proximity of the high voltage cables, has remained unanswered by the local government. – In view of this situation, the Plataforma Ciudadana contra la Subestación de Torrox Park has criticised the repeated use of administrative silence by the government team, considering it a violation of the rights of those affected. They demand transparency and dialogue on the part of the municipal authorities on an issue that directly impacts on the life and safety of the community. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1620849/endesa-bajo-presion-vecinos-de-torrox-piden-soluciones-por-los-riesgos-de-la-subestacion/
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
Vélez-Málaga will reinforce the protection of beaches with lifeguard dogs this summer: {Translation, summary} – The Town Hall of Vélez-Málaga will reinforce the safety of the beaches of the municipality this summer with trained dogs, which will be used especially in rescue and aquatic rescue work, according to the newspaper Málaga Hoy on Monday. The dogs will work side by side with the human lifeguards who ensure the safety of users during the summer season. – The rescue dogs will be involved in the rescue of swimmers in critical situations and the transport of floats or life rings to the most dangerous areas. In addition, the dogs will also be trained to use their keen sense of smell in search and rescue situations. They will be able to detect missing persons under the surface of the sea in murky or inconspicuous water situations, thus speeding up search operations and increasing the chances of a successful rescue. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/velez-malaga-reforzara-este-verano-la-proteccion-de-las-playas-con-perros-socorristas/
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The new Portovelis Market will turn the Historic Centre of Velez-Malaga into a large stage with entertainment and entertainment on Sunday 21 April: {Translation, summary} – There will be performances by local dance groups, a concert by the municipal music band, performances by a brass band and entertainment parades. More details forthcoming. – Portovelis is open to the participation of entrepreneurs, artists, artisans, food producers, individuals or groups. And you can still participate, because the deadline is open until five days before the celebration of the event. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-nuevo-mercado-portovelis-convertira-el-centro-historico-en-un-gran-escenario-con-animacion-y-entretenimiento-ante-la-alta-demanda-de-participacion/
GRANADA
Update- City Council of Armilla (Granada) unanimously rejects the temporary immigrant camp at the Air Base: {Translation, summary} – The City Council of Armilla (Granada) has unanimously approved, within the framework of the ordinary municipal plenary session held this Monday, an Institutional Declaration in which the construction of a temporary immigrant camp at the Armilla Air Base is categorically rejected. – The declaration, supported by all the political groups that make up the municipal corporation, highlights the concern of the representatives of the citizens and opposition of the Armilla City Council regarding the project proposed by the Agrarian Transformation Company, SA, SMEMP (Tragsa), which “lacks the necessary technical documentation and does not have the relevant permits to carry out the work.” – This unanimous statement reflects the concern of the citizens and all the political groups of the Armilla City Council about the social, urban and humanitarian implications that the construction of the immigrant camp at the Air Base would entail. The Armilla City Council reiterates its commitment “to solidarity and respect for human rights”, but emphasizes “the need to address this problem in a comprehensive and respectful manner with the affected communities.” Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-ayuntamiento-armilla-granada-rechaza-unanimemente-campamento-temporal-inmigrantes-base-aerea-20240408204848.html
ESTEPONA
Wave of break-ins hits shops and bars in Estepona: – A spate of recent break-ins on shops and bars in Estepona has sparked concern among traders and business owners. The latest incident took place in the early hours of Thursday 4 April. It follows a string of burglaries where, according to sources, at least a dozen have occurred, many of them in businesses located in the town centre. – The alleged thieves behind many of the crimes have already been identified and arrested on several occasions. However, they allegedly return to a life of crime as soon as they are released. The alarm generated among shopkeepers has led to extra National Police patrols in the area, sources said. Last month, five suspects, aged between 17 and 45, were arrested for their alleged involvement in at least five thefts committed in shops in Estepona. Two of them were remanded in custody and three were released. – The wave of break-ins, according to victims, started to gain momentum last February and has not stopped since then. According to police sources, not a week goes by where no new robberies in the early hours of the morning occur, which is keeping the town’s shopkeepers and business owners on tenterhooks. Last weekend alone, thieves reportedly tried to break into five businesses, with two of them succeeding. Full article & photo: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/estepona-manilva/wave-robberies-shops-and-bars-estepona-leave-20240408092635-nt.html
GASTRONOMIA
What exactly is bubble tea, the Asian beverage craze that is taking Malaga and the Costa del Sol by storm?: – Bubble tea, or simply boba tea, has become a product that is becoming ever more popular throughout the province. The proof lies in the large number of bubble tea bars springing up all along the coast. – The beverage started up in Taiwan in the late 1980s. It is a sweet drink made with tea, flavoured with fruit or other ingredients and accompanied by tapioca pearls, which gives it an intriguing contrast between the liquid drink and the lumpiness of the tapioca balls. It is a very versatile drink, as it can be drunk either hot or cold, and with or without milk. – In Malaga there are currently numerous establishments specialising in this type of product, mainly international companies or entrepreneurs from other countries where this drink already has a long tradition and is widely accepted. Tapio Bubble Tea, TeaOne and Teeamo are some of the most well-known names, although the list is growing practically every week. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/bubble-tea-the-asian-drink-that-conquered-20240408083439-nt.html
HEALTH
The Public As Guinea Pigs- It’s Not Just The Insufficiently Tested Covid Vax- Many Cancer Drugs Still Unproven 5 Years After “Accelerated Approval”: – New research questions the effectiveness of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s accelerated drug approval program after finding that many cancer drugs remain unproven five years later. The study, published Sunday in the Journal of the American Medical Association and presented simultaneously at the American Association of Cancer Research’s annual meeting in San Diego, found that 46 cancer drugs were granted accelerated approval between 2013 and 2017. – Of those, 41% showed no benefit after five years of follow-up. And of the 63% that were converted to regular approval, less than half (43%) demonstrated any clinical benefit in confirmatory trials. – “Five years after the initial accelerated approval, you should have a definitive answer,” Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a cancer specialist and bioethicist at the University of Pennsylvania who was not involved in the study, told the Associated Press. “Thousands of people are getting those drugs. That seems a mistake if we don’t know whether they work or not.” Full article: https://www.healthday.com/health-news/cancer/many-cancer-drugs-still-unproven-5-years-after-accelerated-approval
TECH
Apple declares iPhone 6 Plus obsolete, iPad Mini 4 and others now classified as vintage: – Apple has announced that the iPhone 6 Plus is now considered “obsolete” technology, resulting in the company no longer offering repair or service for the device. Additionally, service providers are no longer able to request parts for these products. – The announcement regarding outdated technology comes approximately seven years after the company ceased selling it in stores. The iPhone 6 Plus was discontinued in September 2016. Those who own the standard iPhone 6 still have some time, as that model was available for purchase a bit longer. – The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus were first introduced in September 2014. However, these models have been unable to receive updates beyond iOS 13 starting from 2019. – The iPad Mini 4 has been included in Apple’s “vintage” list, indicating that it has not been sold by the company for at least five years. This classification serves as a warning period for users to consider purchasing a new device or begin saving for one. For example, the iPhone 6 has been considered “vintage” since September 2022. – Once a device reaches this “vintage” point, software upgrades can no longer be expected, and Apple does not provide a guarantee for repairing the device. While third-party repair facilities may still have access to parts, it is not a definite assurance. – In addition to the iPad Mini 4, the “vintage” list has also included the “PRODUCT(RED)” specialty line of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. However, it is important to note that other models of the iPhone 8 are not yet classified as vintage. Full article: https://me.mashable.com/tech/40155/apple-declares-iphone-6-plus-obsolete-ipad-mini-4-classified-as-vintage
SPACE
12P/Pons-Brooks: How and when to see the ‘Devil Comet’: – A Mount Everest-sized ‘devil’ comet making its first visit to the inner solar system in more than 70 years could be visible to the naked eye over the next few weeks. The once or possibly twice-in-a-lifetime object, known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, is due to make its closest approach to the sun on 21 April, which is when it will be at its brightest. – For those in the northern hemisphere, the Halley-type comet is likely to be at its best visibility-wise between now and mid-April, although it won’t be the easiest to spot. “Don’t expect it to be dazzlingly bright—the kind of image you see in photographs. It’s not going to be like that,” Dr. Robert Massey, deputy executive director at the Royal Astronomical Society, said in a video explainer. “This is something that might just be visible to the naked eye if you don’t have a moon in the sky if there’s no light pollution, and if the weather is really clear, then you might stand a chance.” “But for most of us, we’re going to need to pick up a pair of binoculars.” He added, “Ideally, look at one of the apps you can get on your phone, showing you where things are in the sky, or a finder chart of some kind. That’ll really help you to track it down.” “And when you see it, it’s likely to look like a sort of small, grayish fuzz, quite typical for many comets.” Full article: https://phys.org/news/2024-03-12ppons-brooks-devil-comet.html & Video Link
RELIGION
Vatican says ‘no’ to sex changes and gender theory in new document: – The Vatican on Monday reaffirmed its opposition to sex changes, gender theory and surrogate parenthood, as well as abortion and euthanasia, four months after supporting blessings for same-sex couples. At the same time, the head of its doctrinal office (DDF), Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernandez, said the Vatican opposed the criminalisation of homosexuality as practised by a number of countries with the support of local Catholic groups. – The declaration said surrogate parenting violates the dignity of both the surrogate mother and the child, and recalled that Francis in January called it “despicable” and urged a global ban. – The release of “Dignitas infinita” (Infinite dignity), a 20-page document, follows fierce conservative pushback, especially in Africa, against the DDF’s previous declaration on LGBT issues. There is no suggestion that the new text, which describes what the Church perceives as threats to human dignity, was prepared in direct response to the rows over same-sex blessings, as it has been five years in the making. – On gender theory, it said “desiring a personal self-determination … amounts to a concession to the age-old temptation to make oneself God, entering into competition with the true God of love revealed to us in the Gospel”. Gender theory suggests that gender is more complex and fluid than the binary categories of male and female, and depends on more than visible sexual characteristics. – The declaration said that “any sex-change intervention, as a rule, risks threatening the unique dignity the person has received from the moment of conception”. It acknowledged the possibility of surgery to resolve “genital abnormalities”, but stressed that “such a medical procedure would not constitute a sex change in the sense intended here”. The Vatican has, nevertheless, tried to reach out to transsexual people, who have been cleared by the DDF to be baptised and serve as godparents, and have been among invitees to the Vatican. – Monday’s declaration doubled down on the Vatican’s standing condemnation of abortion, euthanasia and the death penalty. It also mentioned sexual abuse as a threat to human dignity – calling it “widespread in society”, including within the Catholic Church – as well as cyberbullying and other forms of online abuse. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/vatican-says-no-sex-changes-gender-theory-new-document-2024-04-08/
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Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. We offer an opportunity to make lasting friendships, to help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips. Do come along and meet us. Our handmade greetings cards are for sale on the last Tuesday of every month with all proceeds donated to the Red Cross. We meet every Tuesday between 12 and 2 pm at Restaurant and Bar La Vega in Torre del Mar which is just behind the Repsol Garage on the way out of Torre. ***Trips & Events*** May – 3rd – Trip to Gib €22 and includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30. The restrictions have now been lifted at the border. – 10th – Cordoba Patios €27pp. – 14th – Craft Fair and Home baking Sale at our meeting place. If you have something decorative, arty or crafty to sell, please do contact me. June – 8th – Ronda Romantica, come enjoy the historical re-enactments €22pp – 21st – Almodovar Castle in Cordoba, the site of one of the Game of Thrones episode. €27pp July – 5th – Trip to Gib €22 and includes €1 for the driver. Pick up at Lidi Algarrobo Costa at 08.30 – 13th – Antequera Light Festival, evening trip €20pp – 19th – Benalmadena Marina €20pp – Why not hop on a catamaran for a dolphin watching trip? For further information on any of our trips, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp) or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk or check out our FB page
Las Lagunas de Mijas presents Circus Market 2024: From April 19 to 21, 2024 in the Plaza de la Candelaria. This unique event promises to be an unforgettable experience with a varied offering of circus shows, fire shows, juggling, children’s workshops, puppets, playroom, and brass bands. In addition, visitors will be able to enjoy a selection of crafts and gastronomy, thus complementing the festive atmosphere of the circus market. This event will not only offer entertainment for all ages, but will also serve as a meeting point to appreciate circus arts and cultural traditions in a dynamic and participatory environment. Map Link
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Concert- Guy Roberts (UK): Fri, Apr 12, 7 pm Eddy’s Music Factory, Calle Pascal, Málaga. €10 Guy Roberts (UK) is a talented musician known for his energetic vocal performances laced with harmonica and acoustic guitar riffs. Info & tix: https://allevents.in/m%C3%A1laga/guy-roberts/10000852324675047
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For Sale: Genuine Antique Weighing Scales Circa 1895. Complete with various weights. €65 Ono. Contact Dick, Viñuela 660576536 for more info.
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For Sale: Portable sewing bag (the brand is ‘Everything Mary’) like new. Can be used for a variety of things. Extendable handle (2 positions), several pockets, separate interior containers. Size: 43cm wide, 32cm deep, 43cm high with handle down. Handle -at medium length 74cm, fully extended 95cm. Price €40 Tony in Torrox Park email: oddjobtony at gmail dot com
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Sanchez Gov’t Refuses To Defend In Senate Debate The Amnesty Proposal It Sponsored: {Translation, summary} – The Government will not participate this Monday in the debate on the amnesty law that will take place in the Senate’s General Commission of Autonomous Communities, in which the president of the Generalitat, Pere Aragonès, and six presidents of communities of the PP, as well as the president of the autonomous city of Melilla, will take part. – This committee meeting will debate the report proposed by the PP, with an absolute majority in the upper house, on the regional impact of the amnesty law, a text that considers this amnesty law to be “manifestly unconstitutional” and which leaves the autonomous state unprotected. – During the debate on the report, the Government could intervene to defend the text of the law, but according to the official agenda of the Executive made public this Sunday, no minister will attend the Senate. The Government has the ability to attend this meeting in the Senate and even speak as many times as it wants and without a time limit. (Update: The gov’t now says they deferred it to the appropriate minister. That minister has explained his absence saying he was not formally invited. Thus the gov’t provides no one to answer any questions regarding the amnesty they sponsored, in an official, scheduled Senate debate of the topic. -Ed) – Nor did the government take part in another debate on the amnesty law in the same committee of this chamber last October, in which Aragonès was also present to defend the law in front of all the presidents of the PP communities. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5233977/0/gobierno-no-asistira-debate-lunes-senado-ley-amnistia/ Update ref: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-gobierno-no-acudira-comision-ccaa-senado-amnistia-defiende-no-sido-invitado-20240405135912.html
ANDALUCÍA
Thousands of Andalusians reproach the Junta for the “agony of public health care” in order to boost the health of private health care: {Translation, summary} – This Sunday’s demonstration was held under the slogan “Let’s defend public health care”, which – according to the data they have presented – is in clear decline: an average delay of 10.4 days for an appointment in primary care (35% take more than 11 days), 1.2 out of every 10 Andalusians waiting on a waiting list for specialists or surgery, a chronic lack of staff… it is something “unacceptable” and a situation that “only benefits private insurance companies”, as demonstrated by the fact that since 2019 the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) has referred 263,568 operations to private healthcare. – That is why the Mareas Blancas have insisted on remembering that “health is not a commodity and healthcare is not for sale, it is defended”. This demand was made by 5,000 people in Granada, where the largest demonstration took place, followed by those in Seville (2,500), Malaga (1,650), Cordoba (1,500), Jaen (1,100), Cadiz (975), Almeria (400) and Huelva (300). This according to the data provided by the Government Delegation, while the organisers multiplied these figures to 5,000 in Cádiz and 25,000 in Seville. – The demonstrators also demanded that, in order to stop the “dismantling” of the public sector, increases in staffing combined with the provision of “stable and well-paid” positions are required. Anything less than that, together with the other factors, means a deepening of the current system, which “compromises life expectancy in Andalusia and increases the existing mortality rate”. – For its part, the Andalusian government of the PP has counterattacked by defending that it has deployed a “record investment” in Andalusian healthcare with “45% more [4,400 million more] and 25,000 new professionals”. According to the figures provided by the regional minister, Catalina García, “our commitment to public health is firm” with “more infrastructure, better technology and better working conditions” as a result of having “the largest budget in history”. – The Mareas Blancas recognise that, yes, there has never before been more money allocated to health in Andalusia, but that the part of it that is diverted to the private sector has grown much more. All this means that the average investment in health per inhabitant is still below the national average and that Andalusia closed 2023 with 142,507 patients on the surgical waiting lists, of which 53,014 were outside the decree of guarantees. This is 17,000 more than the 36,004 who were in this situation six months earlier, in June 2023. The Junta, in this sense, assures that in one month these waiting lists have been reduced by 6%, but recognises that “much remains to be done”. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/andalucia/miles-andaluces-reprochan-junta-agonia-sanidad-publica-impulsar-buena-salud-privada_1_11269849.html
MALAGA PROVINCE
A plot that defrauded 1.8 million from 155 foreigners with timeshare ownership falls in Malaga: {Translation} – The National Police have dismantled a criminal organisation in the province of Malaga that swindled more than 1.8 million euros from 155 foreigners, most of them pensioners, with false offers of membership to holiday clubs and timeshare rights. Seven people have been arrested in the operation and an eighth is under investigation for their alleged participation in a continuous fraud offence and 2.5 million euros have been blocked in bank accounts. In addition, half a dozen searches have been carried out in homes in Malaga, Fuengirola, Marbella and Estepona and another two in business headquarters in Mijas Costa, as reported Friday by the police in a statement. – The investigation was initiated thanks to the collective complaint of the victims, represented by the same lawyer, and the fraud amounts to 1,832,541 euros. – The fraudsters recruited victims at congresses organised by the criminal network itself, where they were offered membership of holiday clubs with a wide range of advantages in exchange for the transfer of the timeshare rights held by the investors. In addition, the offers were accompanied by an alleged commitment to return the initial and annual fees paid, in the form of a refund cheque, after completing the 36- or 54-month stay. – As the months went by, customers realised that the offers were non-existent, leading to numerous complaints. – Adding insult to injury, as a result of these incidents, the network “devised a transformation of its own scam, migrating the existing companies from leisure activities to a ‘legal claims service'” to assist those defrauded in recovering the money they had paid in, police say. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1621352/cae-en-malaga-una-trama-que-estafo-18-millones-a-155-extranjeros-con-la-multipropiedad/
NERJA
40 canoes stored on the Burriana beach of Nerja burnt: {Translation, summary} – The alarms went off shortly before 1.00 a.m. on Sunday morning. A fire, whose origin is unknown and is being investigated by the Guardia Civil of Nerja, has completely burned some 40 canoes that had stored on the beach of Burriana nerjeña the company Educare Aventura, concessionaire of the rental service of these beach devices in the easternmost coastal town in the province. – Thus, they have lost the aforementioned 40 boats, half a hundred lockers, a hundred paddles, as many life jackets and a solar energy system that they had in the area to power the computers used to manage the bookings. – Although it was initially thought that the origin of the fire could have been this solar energy system, the videos and the testimonies of the witnesses who alerted the authorities rule this out, since, as can be seen in the videos, the fire originated in the boats. Source & photo, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/arden-madrugada-canoas-almacenadas-playa-nerjena-burriana-20240407142656-nt.html
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
‘Vélez-Mágica’ arrives, the first Vélez-Málaga Magic Festival for all audiences: {Translation, summary} – “Magic will come to Vélez-Málaga next weekend, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th April. From the Department of Popular Traditions we have organised the first Magic Festival under the name ‘Vélez-Mágica’. A weekend with performances, surprises and a lot of excitement for children and adults,” said the councillor. – “The main event will be on Saturday 13th with two performances at the Teatro del Carmen (tix €10). It will begin with a children’s gala at 12.00, presented by Ismael Montoro, where children will be able to enjoy magical and surprising performances. The gala will feature the special participation of Fran Qué, a two-time Spanish magic champion, as well as Javi Cruz and Anahí, who are sure to captivate the younger audience with their tricks and skills. In the evening, from 20.30 hours, there will be another gala aimed at family audiences, also presented by Ismael Montoro. On this occasion, the audience will be able to enjoy performances by Manolo Costa, Mindanguillo, Javi Cruz and Anahí. Javi Cruz and Anahí, who have taken their magic to more than 75 countries and who will bring us part of their international show, promising to surprise and captivate the audience with their incredible magical illusions. This gala promises to be a night full of fun and entertainment for the whole family,” said councillor Lourdes Piña. – The weekend of magic will conclude on Sunday with a pleasant surprise. “The festival will culminate on Sunday with a performance in Canalejas Street at 12:00 noon, open to all families. This open-air performance will be an opportunity for everyone to enjoy magic in a relaxed, family atmosphere, creating unforgettable memories for all those attending,” concluded the Councillor for Popular Traditions. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/llega-velez-magica-el-primer-festival-de-magia-de-velez-malaga-para-todos-los-publicos/
GRANADA
Five town councils and their neighbors join together to reject a possible center for immigrants in Granada: {Translation, summary} – The five town councils with land at the Armilla air base (Granada), four governed by the PP and a fifth by the socialist party, have united in asking the central government to rule out this area as a site for a centre for immigrants, an option that has mobilised local residents who reject it because it will lead to overcrowding. – The sub-delegate of the Government in Granada, José Antonio Montilla, announced on Wednesday that using the military installations for the centre is only an option under legal study and that the government is now analysing whether the land meets the legal requirements. – The response has been given en bloc by the town councils of Alhendín, Armilla, Churriana de la Vega, Las Gabias and Ogíjares, which have argued that there are urban planning incompatibilities in setting up a “camp” for immigrants on Defence land. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5233981/0/ayuntamientos-vecinos-unen-rechazar-posible-centro-inmigrantes-granada/
EUROPE
Greece’s Golden Visa Will Allow Property Purchases Under Old Rules Until August 30, Qualifying Minimum Purchases Rise Significantly after that: – Foreign investors can still benefit from Greece’s Golden Visa Program by purchasing property at current Golden Visa required minimum prices until August 30. A transitional period allows investors meeting specific conditions to finalise their investments by December 31, 2024. – The new rules require third-country nationals to own real estate valued at €400,000 to €800,000, depending on location, in designated areas, to qualify for a five-year residence permit. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/greeces-golden-visa-will-allow-property-purchases-under-old-rules-until-august-30/
MIDDLE EAST
Israel reduces troops in south Gaza, Egypt to host new talks: – Israel said on Sunday it had withdrawn more soldiers from southern Gaza, leaving just one brigade, as it and Hamas sent teams to Egypt for fresh talks on a potential ceasefire in the six-month conflict. – Israel has been reducing numbers in Gaza since the start of the year to relieve reservists and is under growing pressure from its ally Washington to improve the humanitarian situation, especially after last week’s killing of seven aid workers. The military spokesperson did not give details on reasons for withdrawing soldiers or numbers involved. But Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said the troops will be preparing for future operations in Gaza. – Both Israel and Hamas, the Islamist movement that controls Gaza, confirmed they were sending delegations to Egypt. Hamas wants any deal to bring about an end to the war and withdrawal of Israeli forces. Israel has said that, after any truce, it would topple Hamas, which is sworn to its destruction. – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said there would be no deal without a hostage release and that he would not cave to international pressure. Hamas says an agreement must include freedom of movement of residents across the Gaza Strip. – More than 250 hostages were seized and some 1,200 people killed during Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack, according to Israeli tallies. More than 33,100 Palestinians have been killed in the Israeli offensive, according to the health ministry in Gaza. – Around 130 hostages are still being held in Gaza. Asked about troop withdrawals from the enclave, Israel’s Chief of the General Staff Herzi Halevi told reporters that the military was adapting its methods to what has been and will be a long war. Photo: Ahmed Zakot. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-military-withdraws-most-ground-troops-southern-gaza-spokesperson-says-2024-04-07/
Palestinians inspect destroyed residential buildings in Khan Younis, April 7, 2024.
TECH
Why “I don’t care if they collect my data” is a terrible cop-out that hurts you and the public. Carissa Véliz, philosopher- “Privacy protects us from potential abuses of power”: {Translation, summary} – The writer and professor of Philosophy at the University of Oxford, a specialist in digital technology {pic}, has just published an academic book on the ethics of privacy and surveillance. – I think we have forgotten how important privacy is, but it is important nonetheless. We used to have a fresher history of why privacy is important: for example, how personal data was abused in the Second World War. – And now the big tech companies have tried to convince us that privacy is a thing of the past, that it is no longer relevant, that it no longer matters. But little by little, unfortunately through bad experiences, we are relearning its importance. – When your identity is stolen online, when someone is exposed publicly, when there is a case of extortion – for example, there have been several cases of extortion of patients of clinics who lose information and then criminals extort money from those patients – we are learning that privacy will always be relevant, because privacy protects us from potential abuses of power. And as long as there are institutions and people are people, there is going to be that temptation to abuse power. So it doesn’t matter what the technology is or how we reorganise society. Privacy is always going to be important and, in fact, in my new academic book I argue that privacy is an animal need that we share with many other animals. For example, privacy is necessary for sleep, relaxation, having free space: it is as necessary as having community. They are two sides of the same coin that need to balance and complement each other. – Even if you’re not a criminal, even if you’re not hiding anything wrong, privacy is important: it’s not that you’re hiding something wrong, it’s that other people are willing to do something wrong, like steal your identity, by taking advantage of the fact that you don’t have privacy. – Personal data is very sensitive, very difficult to keep secure and very easy to abuse. When you have a surveillance architecture, if you are based on intent and you have good governance, you can let them fill the streets with cameras and the rooms with microphones. But the problem is that that surveillance structure is then inherited by another government. And if that government has worse intentions, the original intentions don’t matter. We see that problem a lot throughout history, for example in Hong Kong. It is an example of a fairly technologically advanced society that had mainland China more or less at arm’s length. When mainland China takes control, it’s too late, because the surveillance structure is already there. Then you see people trying to throw cameras in the street or buying underground tickets with cash when virtually all transactions are digital. That’s why it’s a mistake to focus on intent. – The most worrying example of the relationship between authoritarianism and surveillance at the moment is clearly China. Partly because it is more technologically advanced than other countries and is a place where it is very clear how surveillance is used for control. First with excuses, with issues such as crime or pandemics, but in the end it ends up with a system of social credit in which it is not only that you comply with the law, but also that you are a good neighbour… and it is not only that you comply with the law in the most important matters such as paying taxes or not assaulting anyone: for a small infraction, for example, smoking inside a train, you can be blacklisted and you cannot travel by train, you cannot travel by plane, you cannot stay in five-star hotels. One of the characteristics of totalitarian societies is that any offence affects the rest of your life. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/cultura/carissa-veliz-filosofa-privacidad-protege-potenciales-abusos_1_11224980.html
SCAMS
The ATM scam that the Guardia Civil has has issued a warning about: {Translation, summary} – The Guardia Civil reported that this type of fraud simulates a bank’s website to trick users and take their access credentials. They then generate a single-use code with which they manage to extract cash from ATMs. – To do so, they can impersonate a bank in text messages, alerting the potential victim of a problem with their bank account and asking them to access online banking via the link included in the message. In this way, users are redirected to a fake bank website, which the criminals use to gain access. – The bank’s fake website also asks victims to provide them with a code that will arrive via SMS in order to resolve a supposed incident. However, what the cybercriminals do with this code is to take advantage of the function offered by some banks to make cash withdrawals without the need to use a credit or debit card. With this method, they can withdraw up to 200 euros (the established limit for this type of operation) per code. – The Guardia Civil reminds that legitimate messages from banks never include a URL that redirects to a web page. They therefore recommend that such a link should not be followed. They also remind you that banks will never ask for security and access data, such as codes, passwords or pin codes, as well as private information about the user via SMS, phone call or e-mail. – If you receive such an SMS, it is advisable to ignore it. But if you have any doubts about its legitimacy, the first step is to contact the bank through its official channels, such as the customer service telephone number, before providing any information. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariodesevilla.es/consumo/estafa-cajero-automatico-Guardia-Civil-alerta_0_1891012048.html
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