DigameXtra

Announcements

Correcting flawed submissions: I only make corrections if received by the 6pm deadline the day the incorrect post is published. This is so it can be fixed in the following issue from when it appeared. People posting For Sale items should check their posts in new daily issues for accuracy. If you send an incorrect submission, or you forget to include the photos, please send in a new, full corrected submission and ask me to ignore the previous, incorrect submission. I am too busy to keep track of partial submissions in different emails and patch them together. Your cooperation is appreciated.
-Editor

How to post more photos than the rules allow – use collages. You can combine several of your photos into a single collage photo by using this free online collage creation tool. It’s very easy to use, give it a try! https://www.photocollage.com/

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

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

Holiday Schedule For DigameXtra:
DigameXtra will not publish issues on the following days.
December 2020
-Sunday, 6th- El día de la constitución (Constitution Day)
-Friday, 25th– Sponsor posts for Friday will appear Thursday.
-Saturday, 26th– Sponsor posts for Saturday will appear Sunday.
January 2021
-Friday, 1st- Sponsor posts for Friday will appear Thursday.
-Saturday, 2nd– Sponsor posts for Saturday will appear Sunday.
-Wednesday, 6th- Three Kings Day. Sponsor posts for Wednesday will appear Tuesday.

What’s On

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

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía closed on Tuesday Nov. 10th, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

La Casa Hotel & Restaurant: Hi Everyone!
A difficult time s for everyone in business at the moment with the new restrictions.
Our restaurant will now only be open for lunch; we are closed in the evening until the restrictions are lifted.
-We are going to do a special menu for just 9.95 for 2 courses or 12.95 for 3 courses with a choice of starters, mains and dessert.
-We will open Monday to Saturday only. 12 until 5pm.
Stay safe everyone. Reservations: 952 53 5471
LA CASA Hotel & Restaurant
Calle Baja, Plazuela De Barajas 3
Torrox, 29770, Malaga http://www.hotellacasatorrox.com/

Torrox Costa Bakery Closures: On my way to the Monday morning market I noticed the German bakery next to Bar Amsterdam, Avenida America was closed and has a notice in the window, in German only. My reading of it is that due to the current situation they are either temporarily closed, or have restricted hours. The recently established Spanish bakery on the market street, run by some very nice younger folks, is now totally empty and the signage removed.

Services Wanted/Offered

Check the DigameXtra Sponsor’s list whenever you need a service.
Service Providers, send me your Youtube video link and I will put the video of your service in action here below your posts!
Landlords, tell your renters about DigameXtra, where they can get overnight answers to questions about local stuff without having to call you!

Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and near Oxford, UK.
We provide a one stop service for all your transport needs and pride ourselves on reliability, flexibility, good communication and a very much ‘can do’ approach. No job is too small and there is always a solution.
Our services include:
Regular runs between UK and Spain;
Transport of personal property from full house moves to vehicles down to small single items;
Courier Services;
Man & Van services;
Packing, including supply of packing materials;
UK Home shopping with UK delivery address;
Storage of property and vehicles in UK and Spain;
Any jobs in Western Europe and Scandinavia considered; and,
Fully Insured with Haulage, Goods In Transit and Public Liability policies.
If we can be of service please contact Steve & Gail. We are on Facebook and always available to chat through your needs and provide a free no obligation quote if required. FB-Link
UK: 0044 7868 435052
SPAIN: 0034 951 066 093
Email: archgroveservices@gmail.com Our contact is also in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section everyday.

SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades.
Extensions, retaining walls, driveways, swimming pools, damp problems, roofs, blocked drains.
Replacement kitchens and bathrooms, Tiling and terraces. Plumbing, electrics and plastering, painting.
Architect service, building licence applications.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
For free consultation and estimate contact us on 622 938 440
or email: scottparkwilson AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk
Scott/Arenas
Our contact is also in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section everyday. Home Page and FB-Link

Translator in Malaga Required: Help, Please. I have an appointment at Jefatura/Trafico de Malaga, Calle Max Estrella, on Thursday at 1020. My usual translator cannot attend, due to Covid travel restrictions. So, I’m looking for an English/Spanish translator, who lives in Malaga who can attend for my UK/Spanish Driving Licence change application. If you are, or if you know of one, with experience of this process, please can you contact me by phone, sms, or Whatsapp on +44 7974 389 892, or (+34) 608 667 883.
Thanks. John. Torrox Costa.

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

For Sale: Woodburner in excellent condition, with about 3m pipes. €115.
info: jim.van.gompel@gmail.com
Viñuela area, Jim. whatsapp 686.083.765

For Sale: Laser Pendulum Jigpsaw. 750 watt 85 mm cutting wood, 8 mm steel. €25. Complete with carrying case.
Jan, Caleta de Velez. Telephone 658041079.

Recommendations & Requests

Denta Danes: What a great experience. The dentist is not where you want to find yourself, but they were great to work with. Friendly helpful and excellent. Would recommend them 100% and very very reasonable . Recommended by a friend and now by me. Jane, Frigiliana, jane.g.cosfordATgmailD0Tcom
(Denta Danes contact info can be found in the Sponsor’s Section of every issue of DigameXtra)

Residencia: Have any of you Digamites out there managed to get your Residencia Online?
If you have, could you share it with us, as a lot of our listeners either cant get through on the phone or because of lockdown restrictions it’s not possible to get to the various offices!
Thanking You in Advance. Les, Nerja, Coast Fm Gold
lesliestevensonATbtinternetDOTcom

Recommendation: This table top has been beautifully restored by Jonathan who operates in Nerja. He can be contacted on: 686995579. George, Maro. dobmickAThotmailD0TcoD0Tuk

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Andalucia improves Covid data at the beginning of the second week of activity restrictions: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es}
Andalucia starts the second week with restrictions on non-essential activity with a decrease of new infections . The community registers this Monday, November 16, 2,127 positives confirmed by PCR and antigen tests, which represents 1,202 fewer cases than those recorded on Monday last week.
With caution when dealing with data issued during the weekend, which are usually lower than those for working days, an improvement in the incidence curve is perceived, whose 14-day rate is 543.6 cases points per 100,000 inhabitants. Granada continues with rates of over a thousand cases.
Seville repeats for the fifth consecutive day as the province with the most daily positives with 450, followed by Cádiz with 400, Granada with 357, Jaén with 315, Malaga with 191, Almería with 188, Córdoba with 140 and Huelva with 86.
In addition, the portal of the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalucia counts 22 deaths from coronavirus in the last 24 hours. This is the lowest number of deaths from Covid-19 since last November 8.
Córdoba is the province with the highest number of deaths , with seven, followed by Granada, Seville and Jaén, with four each. Below are Huelva with two deaths and Almería with one, while Malaga and Cádiz do not add deaths in 24 hours.
Hospitalized
Regarding the care pressure in hospitals , this Monday the reduction of patients that began at the end of last week was broken by adding another 90 patients admitted , which places the total occupation in 3,269 beds, of which 505 are ICU beds; two more than on Sunday.
In relation to its healthcare resources, Granada continues to be the province with the highest healthcare burden with 776 patients of which 131 are critical. It is followed by Seville, although with more than 798 hospitalized, it has 126 in the ICU. The third province in terms of hospitalized patients is Malaga with 389 patients, of which 56 are critical in the ICU.
The Board has reported this Monday of a new outbreak in the Velez-Malaga Seniors Residence with 26 confirmed cases. 15 residents and 11 workers. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-coronavirus-andalucia-andalucia-mejora-datos-covid-inicio-segunda-semana-restricciones-actividad-202011161308_noticia.html

Spain introduces new process for British driving licence swap:
The DGT has come up with a new system that went live on Monday November 16th that creates a two-step process to enable UK nationals to complete stage one before the end of year deadline even if they are unable to secure a coveted cita previa at a local DGT office.
As long as Brits living in Spain have registered their application before this December 30th deadline then they will have six months to complete the second step of the process at a DGT office. Full story with all contact info: https://www.thelocal.es/20201116/brexit-update-spain-introduces-new-process-for-british-driving-licence-swap

Most Spaniards support a second home lockdown, according to new poll: A survey conducted for EL PAÍS shows that 71% of 2,000 respondents believe coronavirus restrictions aimed at protecting health should be prioritized over the economy. The poll shows that 61.2% of Spaniards would agree with a second home confinement if it was needed to contain the pandemic. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-11-16/most-spaniards-support-a-second-home-lockdown-according-to-new-poll.html

Britain is ‘working closely’ with Pfizer to roll out the firm’s breakthrough Covid-19 vaccine as soon as December 1: Matt Hancock today claimed Britain is ‘working very closely’ with Pfizer to roll out the drug giant’s breakthrough Covid vaccine from the start of December. The Health Secretary said the UK would be ready to deploy the jab ‘as soon as it comes’.
He told BBC Breakfast: ‘We’ll be ready from the first of December… but more likely is that we may be able to start rolling it out before Christmas.’ Full article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8952957/Britain-expects-roll-Pfizers-COVID-19-vaccine-Christmas.html

Covid-19 Outbreak Detected in a Velez-Malaga Care Home: The Velez-Malaga care home has 26 cases of Coronavirus detected so far, 11 of those being staff and 15 being residents. There are currently multiple care homes in the Malaga area with outbreaks. Diario Sur reports that “since the pandemic began, 152 people living in nursing homes in Malaga have died of coronavirus and 502 infected have been cured.” Full article:
https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/16/covid-19-outbreak-detected-in-velez-malaga-care-home/

A new outbreak of Xylella is declared in the Valencian Community: The DOGV revealed on Monday, November 16 that the Department of Agriculture has declared the thirteenth outbreak of Xylella fastidosa in the Valencian Community, affecting nine plant species in the province of Alicante.
Experts in the region must now systematically destroy all affected plants, completely disposing of their root systems to avoid re-growth. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/16/a-new-outbreak-of-xylella-is-declared-in-the-valencian-community/

Moderna claims COVID-19 vaccine nearly 95% effective: US company Moderna have just released their early phase 3 clinical trial results for their COVID-19 vaccine which is nearly 95% effective. Their study, known as the COVE study, has enrolled more than 30,000 participants in the US and has been conducted in collaboration with NIH (National Institutes of Health), BARDA (Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority), and NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases). Full article: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20201116/Modernas-COVID-19-vaccine-nearly-9525-effective.aspx

Tennis News- Djokovic and Medvedev post wins on Day 2 at ATP Finals in London: World No. 1 Novak Djokovic began his quest for another ATP Finals trophy with a 6-3, 6-2 win over Argentina’s Diego Schwartzman on Monday in Group Tokyo1970 at London’s O2 Arena. It’s the Serbian’s 12th straight victory in opening matches at the year-end tournament.
Russia’s Daniil Medvedev defeated Germany’s Alexander Zverev. 6-3, 6-4. It’s his first match win at the year-end event in his career. Full story: https://www.tennispanorama.com/archives/71473

An underarm serve?
At the #NittoATPFinals?

You LOVE to see it, @DaniilMedwed 😆 pic.twitter.com/DvVzaRt6x2

— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) November 16, 2020

macOS Big Sur Is Bricking Some Older MacBook Pros: Now that macOS Big Sur has been released, we’re sure that some of you might be rushing out to upgrade to the latest version of macOS. However, before you do that, it should be noted that according to several user reports on the MacRumors forum, it appears that the latest update is bricking some older MacBook Pro models.
There have also been other reports sighted on Reddit and the Apple Support Communities. According to these reports, users are claiming that during the course of update to Big Sur, their laptops suddenly display a black screen and appears to be stuck that way. Users have tried resetting their laptops in a variety of ways, but apparently they are unable to and have not been able to bypass the black screen.
It is unclear if all MacBook Pros are affected by this, but so far a lot of the reports come from users who own the 2013 and mid-2014 13-inch MacBook Pro models, but this isn’t to say that newer models or the larger 15-inch or 16-inch models aren’t affected as well, just perhaps on a smaller scale. Full article:
https://www.ubergizmo.com/2020/11/macos-big-sur-bricking-macbook-pro/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Submitted by T.W.

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

The Spanish government has a hotline to answer all queries from Brits living in Spain about the implications of Brexit, in English. Callers can ring 060 when in Spain or +34 902 887060 if calling from abroad and an automated system will offer the choice of either Spanish or English.
You will then be offered a choice of information on the different issues.
The service also offers the option of speaking to an operator.

Fun & Games

National Geographic Photo of the Day: Click Here
NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day: Click Here
Word of the Day: Click Here
Quote of the Day: Click Here
Fact of the Day: Click Here
Born Today: Click Here
Today in History: Click Here
Today’s Front Pages, worldwide: Click Here
Daily Crossword Puzzle: Click Here
Daily Mail UK- Daily Sudoku: Click Here

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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

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

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

Local News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Local News in English, The Local: https://www.thelocal.es/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
EU News in English, EuroWeekly: https://www.euroweeklynews.com
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
Bus Info: https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/our-destinations/regional
Currency Converter: http://www.currency-converter.com/
Internet Speed Test: http://beta.speedtest.net/
Local Bank Holidays: http://www.officeholidays.com/countries/spain/index.php UKNewspaper Front Pages and Worldwide Newspapers All On One Site: https://www.thepaperboy.com/uk/front-pages.cfm

DigameXtra Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigameXtracom-100456328093689/ and https://www.facebook.com/Digame-Torrox-Blog-106444724153160/
DoctorLaptop’s Homepage: https://doctorlaptop-repairs.webnode.com/
The DigameXtra YouTube Channel. Service Providers, send in a demo vid and I will include a link to it in your ads. See the Rules Page for full details on submitting videos. Visit the DigameXtra YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4aMm7BO2xK8U3MD2SX16eA

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

ATTENTION! New EU internet privacy laws are now in effect, known as the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)! I have to inform you that the DigameXtra archive saves follower’s email addresses in the WordPress server. By subscribing/following you implicitly accept this; if you make submissions you acknowledge that anyone can view old issues online and see your contact info as you provided and you accept this. If you don’t want me saving your email address do not subscribe/follow, you can unsubscribe and remove yourself from this list using the unsubscribe link at the bottom of every subscription issue. Takedown notices must include proof of ownership as well as the date and issue number of the DigameXtra issue containing the infringing content. These may be submitted to digamextra@protonmail.com. Proper takedown notices will be complied with immediately. All images have been copied from what I believe to be copyright free sources.

©DigameXtra.com 2020 All rights reserved. Written permission is required to republish any DigameXtra.com content. Sharing content for personal use is permissible as long as it is source credited to http://www.digamextra.com.

DigameXtra No. 1787 Monday, Nov. 16th, 2020

On November 16, 2020November 16, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía closed on Tuesday Nov. 10th, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

Phoenix Club: Due to the new Covid restrictions, all events are on hold until we can determine which, if any, may proceed. Updates will be posted here. For more info contact: Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk

Potters Bar- Nerja: This week
-Monday open 3pm till 6pm happy hours! House wines, spirits and beers just €1
-Tuesday the great Potters Pub Quiz 2pm till 4pm. Great entertertainment, snack lunch included. Happy hours 4pm to 6pm. Bookings essential
-Wednesday, games, open pool table and and an afternoon of light fun from 1pm. Free tapas all day. Happy hours 4pm to 6pm.
–Thursday, open 3pm to 6pm for €1 happy hours
-Friday, open 1pm for afternoon for open.pool table, fish and chips and happy hours from 4 till 6pm
–Saturday open 4pm to 6pm for happy hours
-Sunday – great live music on the terrace with Paul Locky from 2pm to 4pm with choice of meals. €10/person, bookings essential
Tel: 685435767

Bar Amsterdam- Torrox Costa: Monday Karaoke at 2pm. FB Page

Services Wanted/Offered

Malagalingo:
We assure you a more BEARABLE LOCKDOWN
Fun conversation
Your First Trial Spanish Lesson for FREE in a group
Malagalingo Spanish School
malagalingo@gmail.com
+ (34) 650 479 493
www.malagalingo.com

CycleNerja: Bike rental and cycle hire in Nerja, Torrox & Frigiliana. Free Bike delivery and collection service is available anywhere in Nerja, Torrox & Frigiliana and the inland villages. Professional Carbon Race Bikes, 29er Mountain Bikes & Electric Mountain Bikes. Free delivery subject to a minimum rental value of 90,00 euros. Contact via https://cyclenerja.com/ Contact also located under our banner in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section every day.

Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivaled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
– Electrical works
– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor leveling
Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired
https://www.facebook.com/hanningtons.kitchens.and.bathrooms/
Call us : 669 665 156
Email us : hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com

Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 30 years. Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos all the furniture was spray painted.
Call for advice WhatsApp 680739577
Email: amandajosiah@hotmail.com
My contact details can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of the issue.

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

BluCee Inmobiliaria:
We are friendly, honest and offer a bespoke service for all your property needs.
Winter sun rental in Torre del Mar!
Apartment Sierra 1 in Torre del Mar is available for long term rent this winter.
Available from beginning of November 2020 until end of April 2021. Can be rented for 3 to 6 months. Price per month is €700 per month plus electricity usage. Price includes internet and secure parking.
This lovely apartment has 2 bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large secure garden. Located near the hospital, within walking distance to the beach and El Ingenio shopping centre. A car is not necessary. Normally fully booked.
Please click the link for more details – Apartment Sierra 1
Not exactly what you are looking for. Thinking of renting out your property?
Contact us to discuss what we can do to help you, please get in touch.
info@blucee.com
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria.
For examples of our fantastic sales and holiday rental properties, please take a look at our website: www.BluCee.com
BluCee.com is a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day.

For Sale: Day Bed – reduced
Very solid, fairly heavy Moroccan daybed with rattan panels.
In good condition, disassembles for transport. Complete with mattress and cushions. A bargain at 75€. Located in La Herradura.
Nick 609 706 210
keelsway at yahoo dot co dot uk

For Sale, 3 items:
-Cuisinart iIce Cream and Frozen Desert Machine. Quite a large machine. Excellent condition. €25
-Black and Decker Electric Drill. Excellent working condition. €15
-TM Pro 1250 watt Router complete with 20 new machine bits and case €45.
Location Caleta de Velez. Telephone 658041079. Jan, Caleta.

For Rent: Available for Long Term Rental.
Spacious 2 bed lovely modern established country villa 5 minutes from the village of Cómpeta. Large tiled & walled terrace with a 10mt x 5mt swimming pool. Excellent access. 700 euro (which includes water). Plus electricity.
For further details please ring Clara in Competa on
650 914 871 or
Email: claracompeta@hotmail.com

Recommendations & Requests

New residencia cards for British people in Spain: Surely I can’t be the only Digamite puzzled by Christine’s post on Sunday about not being able to obtain the new resident’s card despite having lived and worked here (from what she said) for many years?
The rights of freedom of movement between EU countries started in 1993 (the UK being a member from 1973 and Spain from 1986) so I’m not sure how long she has been here. We obtained residencias in the early 2000s when the process was much simpler and neither of us worked or were of pension age. If someone has lived and worked here for some years and has not yet applied for residencia, then I’m not sure why any particular organisation should be looking at their ‘problem’
Barbara, Torrox, wickseyb@hotmail.com

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Contraindications to raising the minimum wage: The minimum wage in Spain has risen by about 30% in just two years and now reaches 950 euros per month. According to the IMF, the 8% rise approved by the PP Government in 2017 caused that “employees with a minimum wage, over 37 years old and with a seniority of at least nine months, but less than six years, had 17 percentage points more than probability of losing their jobs…” Full article: https://spainsnews.com/contraindications-to-raising-the-minimum-wage/

COVID-19 reveals how obesity harms the body in real time: In most recent news, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 73% of nurses who have been hospitalized from COVID-19 had obesity. In addition, a recent study found that obesity could interfere with the effectiveness of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Initially physicians believed that having obesity increased only your risk of getting sicker from COVID-19, not your chance of being infected in the first place. Now, newer analysis shows that not only does obesity increase your risk of being sicker and dying from COVID-19; obesity increases your risk of getting infected in the first place. Full article: https://www.livescience.com/how-obesity-harms-body-real-time.html

Golf News- Dustin Johnson’s record-breaking Masters score tops legendary Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth performances: Any time a golfer can break a record held by Tiger Woods, that’s about as good as it gets.
That’s what Dustin Johnson accomplished at the 2020 Masters. His 72-hole score of 268 (20-under par) is the lowest such score in the history of a tournament that’s been played 84 times. It broke a mark previously held by Tiger Woods (1997) and Jordan Spieth (2015). PHOTO: Getty Images. Full article: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/golf/news/dustin-johnson-score-masters-record-2020/17ubbmjdx9q8o1m330qt9ztsrf

Boxing News- Tyson Fury suggests he will not be fighting on December 5 as Deontay Wilder talks continue to throw the Anthony Joshua fight into doubt: Co-promoter Frank Warren released a statement on Twitter, saying “The world’s best heavyweight, The Gyspy King @Tyson_Fury will return to action in 2021. Date and venue to be announced.” PHOTO: Getty Images. Full article: https://talksport.com/sport/boxing/789783/

Big Tech News- Technology companies’ services could be banned in EU: Technology companies’ services could be banned from the European market if they do not heed EU regulation, Europe’s industry chief Thierry Breton told German weekly Welt am Sonntag, as the European Commission finalizes rules on internet companies.
Breton will announce new draft rules known as the Digital Services Act and the Digital Markets Act together with European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager on Dec. 2.
The rules will set out a list of do’s and don’ts for gatekeepers – online companies with market power – forcing them to share data with rivals and regulators and not to promote their services and products unfairly.
The new draft rules come as critics of U.S. tech giants, which include companies and industry bodies, question the EU’s rulings against Alphabet GOOGL.O unit Google, saying they have not curbed its allegedly anti-competitive behaviour. Some want EU enforcers to go further than just ordering companies to stop such practices.
The draft rules would allow the EU to ban companies or part of their services from the 27-country bloc as an extreme option. Until the draft rules are adopted EU antitrust and digital regulators do not currently have the power to impose such bans.
“Strict rules must be enforceable”, Breton told Welt am Sonntag.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-eu-tech-regulations/tech-groups-services-could-face-bans-if-they-breach-rules-eu-industry-chief-says-idUSKBN27V0A7

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1786 Sunday, Nov. 15th, 2020

On November 15, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía closed on Tuesday Nov. 10th, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

Closed for holiday: Greek Casita- Torrox Costa.
The restaurant has a sign in the window saying they are closed until 25Nov. -Ed.

Closed for holiday: Bea’s Postamt- Torrox Costa. Our bar is currently closed. FB Page

Services Wanted/Offered

DoctorLaptop’s Computer Repairs: Since computers have become central to most people’s lives when locked down, I highly recommend you keep your current computers properly maintained; if you have not had a proper maintenance service done in the past year, do it asap. If we get locked down again and you have computer problems you may not be able to deliver it to me for repairs. A proper servicing is the best way to avoid breakdowns. New computers, especially budget priced models by major manufacturers, are in short supply due to shipping disruptions. Those that are available are being sold at significant markups over 2019 prices. So keeping what you have in good condition would be wise.
-The basic guideline is if you use your computer 2 hours a day, get it serviced annually to maintain optimal performance, especially if you do online banking and shopping. If used 6 to 8 hours a day, then servicing every 6 months is advisable.
-If you are relying on a laptop, you need to know the life expectancy of recent laptops is only 4-5 yrs, pre-2015 laptops had a 5-7 yr expected lifespan. Keeping them maintained properly can extend that another few years. Installing a new Hard Drive and installing a fresh copy of Windows and adding more RAM all can bring great performance improvements in older models. Even Microsoft recommends reinstalling Windows after 5 years.
All work by appointment. Windows / Apple / Android / Linux
When asking for assistance please provide the make and model number of the device, and the version of operating system used.
DoctorLaptop, Torrox Costa
Call 675 993 069 after 11am to schedule appointments. Missed calls returned asap.
Please do not use the DigameXtra email for DoctorLaptop business, use doctorlaptop@protonmail.com

Situation vacant: Days work for somebody for heavy garden cleanup based in Frigiliana municipality Robert.
Email: rhdurston At a ol. c o m Tel 637548944

Churches & Worship

(I have not heard from the churches regarding their meetings during the current Covid restrictions. I suggest you verify if they are meeting in the current situation. -Ed.)

EVANGELICAL CHURCH (services in English language)
Each Sunday at 11:00 am we meet for worship at the Christian meeting Hall in Calle Ros Alfe´rez 7. Torre Del Mar. (not far behind the Catholic Church) We are an Evangelical Church, bible believing Christian’s coming together for live worship, prayer, and sharing our faith. All who love Christ are welcome and all who want to know more about the Christian faith are equally welcome. The meetings are friendly, joyful, reverent and orderly. Our one united desire is to glorify God.
My name is Peter and below is my email address.
petcac @ gmail. com (no gaps)

Fellowship of Jesus Christ the King
God’s word reminds us that the gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. During this time of uncertainty, we know the kingdom of God will continue to advance. We intend to thrive as a church community and continue to help people find their way back to God.
We are open with limited places, so it is advisable to contact us before Sunday to reserve a place.
God Bless one and all.
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings are on Wednesdays at 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja , 29780.
Email: fojctk@gmail.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FOJCTK
Prayer Requests: ftk.prayer.request@gmail.com

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our website www.evangelicalchurchelpuente.com

Recommendations & Requests

New residencia cards for British people in Spain:
Some of us are unable to meet the requirements to obtain these cards. When the UK became a member of the EU some of us got on our bikes, travelled to Spain and became “entrepreneurs” of one kind or another. We took short-term contracts where available (like majority of young Spanish people) or nothing “legal” at all, like countless other people just trying to earn a living. Now we are left high and dry. Does anyone know of any organisations / groups looking at this issue? Particularly in relation to Brexit?
I would be interested to receive any relevant information.
Christine, Torrox
Contact: chris.fitzwa@gmail.com

Thanks: Hi Naythan, I just want to repeat what the earlier reader wrote thanking you for your unfailing dedication to keep the news forum in operation. I plan to be in Nerja in Dec, if easyjet is still flying. When/if life settles to normal, we will have lunch together.
Tony, Germany/Nerja, sjc2714ATgmailD0Tcom

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Andalucía adds 41 deaths in 24 hours: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es}
Andalusia adds 41 deaths from coronavirus in 24 hours this Saturday, November 14, five less than the day before, according to data from the Ministry of Health and Families, which counts 4,195 positives confirmed by PCR and antigen tests, 288 less than this Friday and 798 less than Saturday last week.
The 41 deaths this day are the lowest figure since last Monday after registering 95 deaths last Tuesday, the highest daily figure of the entire pandemic; 62 last Wednesday; 68 last Thursday – third highest figure in 24 hours – and 46 on Friday.
This Saturday, Seville is the province with the highest number of deaths, with 13, followed by Granada with eight . Behind are Almería with five, Córdoba with four, Huelva, Jaén and Málaga with three each and Cádiz with two.
As for the cases diagnosed, the 4,195 positives are 288 less than those recorded the day before and 798 less than those registered seven days ago. Seville repeats for the third consecutive day as the province with the most daily cases with 1,092, followed by Granada with 833, Cádiz with 514, Malaga with 497, Almería with 340, Córdoba with 330, Huelva with 297 and Jaén with 292.
The president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno, has asked this Saturday “great prudence” for this first weekend in which the new measures are in force such as the curfew at 10 pm and the closure of the activity not essential at 6:00 p.m. and has assured that “acting responsibly is good insurance for our health and that of our family.” Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-coronavirus-andalucia-andalucia-suma-este-sabado-41-muertes-coronavirus-24-horas-202011141359_noticia.html?ref=https:%2F%2Fsevilla.abc.es%2F

Two-euro test, Malaga’s solution to control Covid-19 in hotels and restaurants: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es}
The Malaga City Council is going to buy 30,000 antigen tests to promote a Covid-19-free environment in the service sector, mainly in hotels and restaurants. Customers will be able to undergo the test for a symbolic price of two euros , when the cost is usually around 50 or 60 euros.
The initiative is part of an agreement that the Consistory will sign this Friday with the Association of Hoteliers of Malaga (Mahos) and the Association of private clinics in the province. It is one of the lines of work of the project launched by the City Council so that the capital is consolidated as a safe destination against the coronavirus.
The tests will be purchased through the municipal company Promálaga and will be provided to privately owned clinics that join the agreement. They will be the ones who will make the infrastructure and personnel necessary to carry out the tests available, as reported this Friday by Málaga Hoy.
Although they will be voluntary, the aim is for hotel and restaurant customers to know whether or not they are infected before going to an establishment where they have made a reservation. To take the test, they must register and fill out a web form with a code provided by the beneficiary companies.
The client will not even pay anything since, according to the same sources, the regulatory bases establish that Promálaga undertakes to contribute to the program the maximum total amount of 60,000 euros, an amount that will be distributed among the medical services that adhere to the agreement in depending on the number of tests carried out and in proportion to the maximum quantities of tests and the amount stipulated ”.
Also the employees of the participating establishments can take the tests, which will give peace of mind to both the business and the customers. In addition, projecting the image of a Covid-19 free environment will help energize the sector, severely punished by the health crisis and the containment measures imposed by the health authorities. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/malaga/sevi-test-euros-solucion-malaga-para-controlar-covid-19-hoteles-y-restaurantes-202011131231_noticia.html

Austria orders three-week lockdown to rein in surging coronavirus cases: Austria on Saturday ordered a three-week lockdown in a last-ditch effort to bring surging coronavirus cases under control and relieve the stress on the health service in time for retailers to reopen in the run-up to Christmas. The conservative-led government had called a lockdown a last resort, but it was left with no alternative to prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed. The new lockdown is due to start on Tuesday and end on Monday, Dec. 7. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-austria-idUSKBN27U0CE

Spain’s latest ‘Ecce Homo’- How a botched restoration made global headlines: What was once the face of a shepherdess in the northern city of Palencia has been completely disfigured by sloppy workmanship.
The botched restoration has already drawn comparisons to the infamous Ecce Homo painting which was disfigured beyond recognition by an amateur artist in Borja in 2012. Full atricle:
https://english.elpais.com/arts/2020-11-13/spains-latest-ecce-homo-how-a-botched-restoration-made-global-headlines.html

UK plans to ban sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson plans to announce next week a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030, five years earlier than previously planned, the Financial Times reported on Saturday.
Britain had originally planned to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel-powered cars from 2040, as part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and in February Johnson brought this forward to 2035.
Citing unidentified industry and government figures, the FT said Johnson now intended to move the date forward again to 2030 in a speech on environmental policy he is expected to give next week. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/article/idUSKBN27U0DG

Tennis News- Sofia Open: Jannik Sinner claimed his maiden title on the ATP Tour with a hard-fought victory over Canadian Vasek Pospisil at the Sofia Open.
The Italian teenager eventually prevailed 6-4, 3-6, 7-6(3) on Saturday after two hours and 15 minutes on court in the Bulgarian capital.
At 19, Sinner becomes the youngest champion on the ATP Tour since an 18-year-old Kei Nishikori at the Delray Beach Open in 2008. He is also the youngest player from Italy to triumph at an event in the Open era, finishing a breakthrough 2020 season with an impressive 19-11 record. PHOTO:AFP/GETTY. Full article: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/tennis/news/jannik-sinner-vasek-pospisil-sofia-open-atp-tour-first-title-italian-teenager/h78hg44lt28bzkiahg0tawl0

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1785 Saturday, Nov. 14th, 2020

On November 14, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía closed on Tuesday Nov. 10th, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

Cancelled: Trapiche Market
Trapiche market is sadly closed for the next two weeks due to the current covid regulations.
The market has a facebook page and most of the stall holders advertise their services and items there, some also take orders and delivery can be arranged.
Please support these small, local businesses and follow them and the market cuts, use this link to the Trapiche Market Facebook page.
Items for sale inlude vintage clothing; hand turned olive wood bowls and other items; natural worm fertiliser for the garden; hand-painted Andalucian tiles and ceramics; handmade cards and embroidered items that can be made to order; original artwork and photography; fresh fruit & veg; delicious cakes, pies, pastries & artisan chocolates; garden & house ornaments; large selection of fiction and non-fiction books; handmade jewellery and more. We’re spoilt for choice! You can also support Axarquía Animal Rescue with their tombola and meet some of the animals available for adoption.
View houses in your area, discuss property management or selling your house with BluCee. Visit Judy to have your clothes altered or commission new ones, she’s also selling cloth masks. Gonzalo is offering a professional translation and interpretation service.
We look forward to seeing you in the very near future. If you’d like more information please contact Anita at
anitajjordan @ hotmail.com / +34 627 877 164

Concert in Bio Beach Club: Sunday 15 November, starting at 1.30 pm Dana & Gianni in concert at the Bio Beach Club, paseo Maritimo El Morche (Torrox). We await you with joy, good food and music! To reserve call: 657 26 45 94
Follow Dana & Gianni on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/danaandrewsvignati (dana10marzo@gmail.com)

Services Wanted/Offered

Tony Roam Transport & Removals Departure and Arrival Dates:
16 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Guaranteed Scheduled and also unscheduled all year every month on time.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose.
Next Guaranteed Scheduled Trip Leaving UK 23rd November Arrive Spain 25th November.
Additional unscheduled trips in between
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have guaranteed scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back at the same time every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Full or Part loads up to 20 cubic meters up to 2.5 tonne.
Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company.
Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request. Hard Copies always carried on the vans.
We live just behind Torrox Pueblo in Spain and in South Wales UK and have vans going back and forth UK to Spain to UK by way of Santander / Portsmouth / Plymouth Ferry.
Also if you have small or large items that you might like to purchase off internet sites ie Amazon, furniture world, eBay etc. and have them delivered to our depot in the Uk collection or delivery can then be made here around Torrox area.
For more information and prices for all to see please visit our website www.euroam.co.uk
email ; tonyroam@btconnect.com
Tel Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
Face book Tony Roam – WhatsApp Either Number

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

English Nurse Care Team:
Personal Home Care and Nurse Support
Trained, Police Checked and Fully insured Home Care Support Team.
From “ a bit of shopping …to 24 hour care “
From supported trips to END OF LIFE.
We add quality to life with one to one support.
Care at home.
– Nurse Supported –
– A realistic option to Residential Care –
Tel 951 550 581 or 692 419 548
englishnurse@rocketmail.com
Colegio Oficial Enfermeria Malaga Reg. 17425

Churches & Worship

(I have not heard from the churches regarding their meetings during the current Covid restrictions. I suggest you verify if they are meeting in the current situation. -Ed.)

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Beautiful Mexican solid unit with swivel top
Measurements Width 60cms Depth 52cms
Height 92cms Price 90€
-Beautiful display cabinet done in natural olive green chalk paint with clear & French oak wax all new handles Measurements Width 108.50cms Depth 40cms Height 201cms Price 240€
-Table/4 chairs Length 139cms Depth 80cms Height 76cms Price 400€ (Discount if bought together)
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale: 3 oil filled radiators
-2 x 40 cms wide x 60 cms high 1500W. €20 each
-1 x 65 cms wide x 60 cms high 2300w €25
Excellent condition. Located in Caleta de Vélez.
Jan, Telephone 658041079.

For Sale, 3 items: Golf Bags
– ‘Bridgestone’ Cart Bag with rain hood. 5 pockets (2 large) with club dividers, in used condition, excellent looking bag 50€
-‘Wilson’ carry bag with stand & rain hood, excellent condition, will fit onto golf trolley, weighs only 2.8 kilo. 50€
-“Powakaddy’ Premium Cart Bag with rain hood, 14 full length club dividers, 2 large apparel pockets & 5 other pockets
weighs 3.9 kilo, a cracking bag 90€
Even if your golf is not up to scratch – you will look the part with any of these bags
Avis, Algarrobo Costa (can meet on the coast)
tel: +44 7881 554446
e mail: avis dot clay at hotmail dot com

Wanted: Wooden Garden Chair. Has anybody got a wooden garden chair the same as in this photo for sale ?
The disc on the rear of the chair says FSC MIX FSC C018526
Angela, Torrox Costa area. Thank you
angiejrogers AT gmail D0T com

Recommendations & Requests

Travelling to Catch a Ferry in Caen: Does anyone know whether we are allowed to travel on the motorway to the French border in order to cross into France and onwards to catch the Caen to Portsmouth ferry. Any advice or help would be very much appreciated. Brian, Nerja
brianpage60 at hotmail dot com

Lost: I lost my watch, a Fitbit Charge 3, on Friday 13th November somewhere between Tizos at El Ingenio at about 2.15pm and the Hospital Comarcal in Velez Malaga where I noticed it missing at around 2.35 pm. I have enquired in El Ingenio, at Tizos and in the hospital with no success, but suspect it may have slipped from my wrist while walking between the car and one of these areas as the strap had come loose before. I was down on the coast for a hospital appointment and had gone to Tizos first for some lunch. I’ll not be able to return to the area any time soon because of the restriction of movement, so am hoping that someone has spotted it – it is very distinctive with an apple green silicone strap – and picked it up to hand in somewhere. If you have found it or know of someone who has found it, can you please contact me (Gwen) on 672770607 or by email: gjp1949 at Hotmail dot com. Many thanks. Competa area

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Without a decrease in Covid infections in Andalusia there will be more restrictions: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es}
The curve of new coronavirus infections in Andalusia refuses to drop sharply. The 4,737 infections registered yesterday in the statistics of the Ministry of Health bring us closer to the figures at the end of October, before the application of the new measures to control the pandemic. With these perspectives, it will not even be possible to meet the most favorable forecasts that the Board is considering and that, according to the vice president of the Andalusian Government , Juan Marín, go through “maintaining” the restrictions in force “at least one week, ten or 15 days” more beyond November 23. “If the health data does not accompany, we will have to make other decisions,” he remarked.
Infections are increasing in all provinces – except Malaga, with only 15 cases less than those recorded on Wednesday. The situation worries in Seville (1,320 cases) and Granada, which, despite initiating mobility limitations in advance, continues around a thousand daily positives, yesterday there were 920.
In this province, the healthcare pressure is maximum with 845 admitted patients, of which 126 require intensive care. This number exceeds the 81 ICU beds that its hospitals have under normal conditions and exceeds half the total number of ICU beds foreseen in the contingency plans of the Ministry of Health.
The Malaga Clinic
But the tension is generalized in all Andalusian hospitals. As an example, the Clinic of Malaga, the province that now has the lowest incidence rate in Andalusia, has installed about twenty beds in the staff cafeteria, transferring this service to the general cafeteria of the center that will not serve the public «from exceptional, temporary and provisional way ”.
El Clínico was the worst hospital in Andalusia during the first wave of the coronavirus and is now preparing for the most complicated weeks of the second wave.
Despite this greater clinical pressure from the pandemic, the most striking data yesterday in the statistics was the decrease in the number of hospitalized, 3,429, which is 48 less than on Wednesday. However, 23 more beds were needed for critical patients in the ICU, which brought the number of patients admitted at this time to the Intensive Care units of Andalusian hospitals to 506. These variations in the statistics of hospitalized patients, with numerous discharges or intensive demand for ICU beds in the same day, is explained by the more rapid evolution of the symptoms of the disease in patients during this second wave of the pandemic. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-sin-bajada-contagios-covid-andalucia-habra-mas-retricciones-202011122257_noticia.html

€6k fine for arriving in Spain without a PCR test: As of November 23, a negative PCR test will be required of all travellers coming from any of the 65 ‘at-risk’ countries.
Tourists and travellers arriving in Spain could face fines up to €6000 if they cannot produce a negative PCR test, according to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arancha González Laya. In addition to the monetary sanctions, they will be required to undergo a rapid coronavirus test to determine whether they are negative. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/13/breaking-news-e6k-fine-for-arriving-in-spain-without-a-pcr-test/

Spain prepares support package to aid bars and restaurants hit by coronavirus crisis: According to sources, the measures under consideration include: subsidies and waivers on Social Security payments, increasing the soft loans available through the state-owned bank Instituto de Crédito Español (ICO), helping businesses renegotiate their rental contracts and opening completely new lines of funding for projects and specific needs. Another option is direct money transfers, which is what has been demanded by the industry’s main associations. “Funding lines alone will not be enough because businesses are already heavily in debt,” said José Luis Yzuel, the president of the Spanish Hostelry Association, which represents bars, restaurants and cafés in the country. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/economy_and_business/2020-11-13/spain-prepares-support-package-to-aid-bars-and-restaurants-hit-by-coronavirus-crisis.html

Home delivery services allowed through curfew: The Junta de Andalucia has decided to introduce an exception to the time limitation that requires the closure of the hotel and restaurant establishments from 6.00pm to allow them to continue with their activity until 11.30pm, “Exclusively for home delivery service”, setting 10.30pm as the “deadline for placing orders”. Full article:
https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/13/home-delivery-services-allowed-through-curfew/

Protests In Malaga Over New Bar And Restaurant Restrictions:
The march started out as a small group, but soon grew in size, getting a lot louder, with the crowd at one point stretching to the end of Calle Larios, and with some very prominent figures from the hospitality industry taking part, including Javier Frutos, who is the president of the local restaurateurs’ association Mahos, accompanied by Rafael Prado from Café Central, and José Cobos, joint owner of El Pimpi, along with owners of numerous chiringuitos, and also some representatives of local companies who supply the bar and restaurant industry.
Frutos stated, “They said that nobody would be left behind, but we have been. We feel unprotected and we have no help”.
A similar protest took place Thursday evening in Ronda as well.
PHOTO:Twitter. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/12/protests-in-malaga-over-new-bar-and-restaurant-restrictions

Two of Europe’s best beers Spanish: The Aguila 1900 was deemed best in the Bohemian style Pale Lager category, while Estrella Galicia’s Red Vintage, has won in the German style Heller Doppelbock category. Another Estrella Galicia beer, the 1906 Black Coupage, came in second in the same category.
They were amongst more than 2,000 beers from 47 different countries participating in the European Beer Star competition organised by the German beer sector. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/14/two-of-europes-best-beers-spanish/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Pets

Found: This beautiful white retriever, ( We think), was found on Wednesday the 11th. In semi campo area near Caleta, she is very friendly, and slightly underfed. If you know who she belongs to please phone this number.
Tel. Liz, 648917219 Caleta.

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1784 Friday, Nov. 13th, 2020

On November 13, 2020November 13, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía closed on Tuesday, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

Editor’s Note: Sorry, I am reluctant to post most new What’s On events. There have been many cancellations the last few days. There appears to be some confusion regarding the new Covid restrictions in the hospitality sector, and how they are being applied in each municipality. I’ve also heard of difficulty for musicians moving between municipalities (see post below). I had 3 cancellations today, just hours after they were submitted, all due to “new rule” enforcement.
If you are a venue, restaurant or band, and you are reasonably sure you have a show/event happening within a week, I will post those. But for now, with the spectre of stricter Covid regulations on the horizon (see second article in today’s News Section), I see no point in posting events more than a week in advance. We will know more about the Covid & Curfew situation by Nov 23. DigameXtra Sponsors may ignore this.

CANCELLED: Liquid Lunch gig at Chiringuito, Caleta de Velez-Malaga, Sat Nov 14th.
Due to the new movement restrictions. we have had to cancel this show. That’s twice this year, it could be said we are slightly miffed. Stay safe everyone.
FB Page

Services Wanted/Offered

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

Greek House: UPDATED HOURS! Greek Casita Restaurant in Torrox Costa! Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialties. Winter hours with current curfew: Thursday thru Sunday 13.00-17.00. Closed Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. For reservation call telephone number 642585049. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Mussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits ( prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! https://la-casita-griega.business.site/

Casa Magel: Casa Magel is closed until 9th November due to government municipality closures.
We will hopefully be open for bookings again after that.
Book now for a breakaway just in case we are locked down again in the future.
Lots of space here for social distancing.
Our offers are still available.
Great for birthdays, anniversaries, or any other celebrations, no curfew or driving.
2 Nights B&B with 1 night 3 course meal + wine for 2 sharing a double room
or 3 nights B&B with 1 night 3 course meal + wine + 1 evening or lunchtime tapas & drinks in a local bar or in house
Great for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or just a nice relaxing break.
Location: Valle De Abdalajis, Malaga
casamagel@yahoo.com, 722879503
Website https://www.casamagel.com

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

MOONETTE Organic & Aromatic Skincare for 40+
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
Free postal delivery in Spain & the EU
Promotion ends on Sunday, 22nd November 2020
Coupon code: 2O1RUY13PJVF
Applicable if you order at least 2 items online, and your order is less than 500 grams in weight (includes goods, paper packaging, and a padded envelop).
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 call us to find out more or to order: Tel 650 044 102
Margaret Gosling, Torrox
margaret@moonette.es
www.moonette.es & Moonette FB Link

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Display cabinet upcycled in a metallic silver paint with fabric back with a lovely blue chalk paint inside Measurements 63 x 33 x 156cms Price 125€
-Small display cabinet with key Measurements 32 x 30 x 120cms Price 90€
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429

For Sale: Three orange gas bottles. 10€ each or 24€ for the three bottles.
Don Collins. Almayate Bajo. 695539537 whats app. dcmc21@gmail.com

For Sale, 2 items:
-Picture, the size is 1,20 m x 1m. Price 10 euros.
-2 pufs, I sell them both for the total of 10 euros.
If someone buys both things I give a gift which are 2 new york metal boxes.
I can offer them in Nerja and Torrox as I work in Torrox and I can take them there, too.
My name is Sonya, Nerja, tel. 658 569 7oo
e-mail: sonya_ra at. hotmail dot com

Wanted: Barrel Tops. Can anyone assist please I want tops for large barrels. I would like round wooden or glass tops.I would like to know of any suppliers in the Competa region.
Please contact me on WhatsApp 634 328 089 or email kevin.greensmith@gmail.com.
Canillas de Albaida.

Recommendations & Requests

Recommendation for Tony Roam: It is a red letter day when I collect my parcels from Tony. He runs a great service where parcels are delivered to his UK address, he brings them over and we collect from him. These come from many sources, family, specialist companies, Amazon Ebay etc. Of course our first priority is to support local businesses especially at this time but what we need is sometimes not available. Sadly also we have had incidents of lost postal parcels. Tony’s service is regular prompt and efficient and he’s always cheerful and pleasant. The small charge for this excellent service is well worth it. I’m sure his efficiency is a good indicator that if you take trouble over the small things then you will give great service over the big ones. Sandra, Nerja.
sandra.coakleyevans AT gmail DOT com (Find Tony Roam’s contact details in the Sponsor’s Section of every DigameXtra issue.)

Recommendation needed: Reliable person to help in garden, ground clearance. Heavy weeding, strimming etc. Approx 10 hours work. All tools provided. Nerja area. Sandra
sandra.coakleyevans AT gmail DOT com

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Spain will require a negative PCR test from travelers coming from more than 60 countries: The measure goes into effect on November 23 and affects residents from most European Union member states. This will not be required of people coming in through land borders, only those travelers coming by sea or air. A full list of countries involved can be found in the source article:
https://english.elpais.com/spanish_news/2020-11-12/spain-will-require-negative-pcr-test-from-travelers-coming-from-over-60-countries.html

Andalucian president Juanma Moreno considering full Lockdown for Andalucia: “In Andalucia, we continue to carry responsibility and wear and tear on our back, but to make certain decisions we have to have all the instruments,” Moreno emphasised before adding that, even understanding that he cannot have command of the forces and bodies of State security, he does consider that it should be enabled to modify the curfew to before 10pm or further tighten the limit of exits from home to the top of confinement. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/12/breaking-news-juanma-moreno-considering-full-lockdown-for-andalucia/

WARNING- Spanish police issue warning over charity worker thieves: The Policia Nacional has warned of scammers operating throughout Spain posing as NGO charity workers. Officials report that the thieves put a little gel sanitizer on your hands and ask you to smell the product. The hand sanitizer is actually a drug which renders people unconscious; once they regain consciousness, they find that they have been robbed. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/12/warning-spanish-police-issue-warning-over-charity-worker-thieves/

Sweden and Germany removed from England’s travel corridors:
This means anyone travelling into the UK from either of these countries will need to self-isolate. In an announcement made by transport minister Grant Shapps, no other countries were added to the list. Shapps tweeted: “We are removing Sweden and Germany from the Travel Corridor list. From 4am Saturday 7th November, if you arrive into the UK from these destinations you will need to self-isolate. All arriving passengers should complete a passenger locator form on arrival.” Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/05/sweden-and-germany-removed-from-englands-travel-corridors/

British pensioners and students in Spain encouraged to get new EHIC card before January: Current UK-issued EHIC cards might not be valid after the turn of the year but the new one will guarantee continued entitlement to healthcare when visiting other EU countries. Full story: http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202011/10/british-pensioners-students-spain-20201110201048.html

New device puts music in your head — no headphones required: That’s the possibility presented by “sound beaming,” a new futuristic audio technology from Noveto Systems, an Israeli company. On Friday it will debut a desktop device that beams sound directly to a listener without the need for headphones. The listening sensation is straight out of a sci-fi movie. The 3-D sound is so close it feels like it’s inside your ears while also in front, above and behind them.
The lack of headphones means it’s possible to hear other sounds in the room clearly.
The technology uses a 3-D sensing module and locates and tracks the ear position sending audio via ultrasonic waves to create sound pockets by the user’s ears. Sound can be heard in stereo or a spatial 3-D mode that creates 360 degree sound around the listener, the company said.
While the concept of sound beaming is not new, Noveto was the first to launch the technology and their SoundBeamer 1.0 desktop device will be the first branded consumer product.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/new-tech-device-sound-beaming-noveto-38327ae5fe116080a5eaf2374eb0f5c8

Chrome Browser Hacked, Again: Google has patched two more zero-day flaws in the Chrome web browser for desktop, making it the fourth and fifth actively exploited vulnerabilities addressed by the search giant in recent weeks.
The company has released a patch update 86.0.4240.198 for Windows, Mac, and Linux, which it said will be rolling out over the coming days/weeks to all users. Users are encouraged to update their browsers asap, and repeat the process weekly. See instructions for updating Chrome on your device here- https://www.google.com/chrome/update/
Full story: https://thehackernews.com/2020/11/two-new-chrome-0-days-under-active.html

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1783 Thursday, Nov. 12th, 2020

On November 12, 2020November 12, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

The content of this blog site comes from its subscribers & followers but is subject to editing and posting at the Editor’s discretion. The Editor is Naythan, aka DoctorLaptop.

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía to close on Tuesday, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Haveli Indian Restaurant: New Hours
We are now open from 13:00-17:00
Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Takeaway/Free Home Delivery everyday.
Please call/whatsapp 605110307 or 615273063
email:havelinerja@gmail.com

Looking for a day out with a difference?: During these uncertain times we could all do with having as much tranquility in our life’s as possible, one place where you’re sure to find this in abundance is in El Canuelo. A protected nature reserve east of Nerja on the coast road. Fancy a hike? Take the main track down from the car park to the beach for rewards of breathtaking views of the coastline as far as Malaga, or opt for one of the nature trails where you are sure to catch a glimpse of the roaming wild goats. The two hour return hike from El Canuelo to Cantarrijan is sure to get your heart pumping. Even in winter snorkelers take to Canuelo’s calm bay to enjoy the plentiful marine life, the resident octopus being my favorite. You never have to worry about social distancing as at this time of year during the week it’s likely you’ll have the beach all to yourself.
For those who would rather just relax and enjoy the ambience of
this hidden gem, the restaurant El Parasio serves up delicious
traditional and european cuisines. The paella and avocado salad are particularly yummy, using fresh products from local farms. In the winter months the restaurant’s beach front location offers spectacular vistas of the sun setting on Mediterranean. As El Canuelo is a protected area you are not permitted to drive the 1km from the car park down to the beach, but the restaurant offers all it’s customers a complimentary taxi service to and from the restaurant. They also have kayaks and sun loungers available to rent.The restaurant is open everyday all year except in bad weather conditions. For reservations or to be collected from the car park, contact Juan or Himed on 722238094. This is the last beach in the district of Nerja, so under current restrictions it’s still permitted for people staying in the Nerja área to come visit .
I Hope El Canuelo can capture your heart in same way it did mine.
Lulu, Nerja, louisekelly58ATgmailDOTcom

Salon Varietes Theatre Fuengirola Statement: Following the announcement from the Junta de Andalucia regarding restriction of movement for the next two weeks, the Salon schedule will be as follows. This is of course subject to the relaxation of the current restrictions from the 24th of November.
The Salon Benefit Festival, originally scheduled for 11th to 15th November, is now planned for Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th November. The vast majority of artists included in the original dates remain. The full lineup will be published shortly.
The following shows are postponed until future dates to be confirmed:
An Audience With Johnny G
The ABBA Experience
Famous For 15 Minutes
The December programme remains unaffected:
Walkway To Broadway
A Tribute to Cliff Richard and The Carpenters
Honky Tonk Cats
Pantomime – Snow White
The Box Office will remain open for bookings and transfers during normal hours on 952 474542.
The Annual General Meeting is now planned for Monday 7th of December 2020 at the Theatre commencing at 18.00 with a First Call at 17:30.

Services Wanted/Offered

BluCee Inmobiliaria / Estate Agents
Covering Axarquía and the Costa Tropical
We offer a friendly, bespoke service to our clients.
You will find us at Trapiche market on Tuesdays from 9am until 1.30pm, please come and say hello.
Thinking of selling?
We have a long list of clients looking to buy. List your property with us, we promise to work hard to sell your home!
Do you have a property that you would like to earn some extra income with?
Our holiday rental management service offers a comprehensive cover from securing bookings, liaising with clients, arranging meet and greets, cleaning and laundry services. We will assist in getting your property holiday rental ready.
For a no obligation discussion about your property please get in touch.
info@blucee.com
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria.
For examples of our fantastic sales and holiday rental properties, please take a look at our website: www.BluCee.com
BluCee.com is a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day in the Sponsor’s Section.

WindscribeVPN Pro and Free Versions: WHILE NORD AND EXPRESS VPNs BOTH SUFFERED MASSIVE DATA BREACHES LAST YEAR, WINDSCRIBE REMAINS ONE OF THE ONLY MAJOR VPNs TO NOT GET HACKED! GET IT NOW! For Windows, Mac, Linux, plus now Android and iOS Apps (NEW)! Windscribe (Canada) provides access to 480+ servers in 51 countries in the Pro Version. Both versions are very fast. Pro version is IPTV, Netflix and P2P friendly! Very simple install and setup. Comes with both System-wide VPN and also a browser plug-in VPN. Static IP addresses available. No risk- three day cash back refund test period. A free version (not for IPTV) is available providing servers in USA, UK, CAN, FR, NOR, SWISS, GER, NL, Hong Kong & Romania. Windscribe sponsors DigameXtra, making a modest donation for every VPN purchased, but only if you use this red link. Click to Get Windscribe VPN Free and Pro – Recommended by DoctorLaptop!

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
Lovely small bureau, done in grey chalk paint waxed new handles inside lined in fabric .Measurements 61 x 30 x 93cms Price 80€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale, 3 items:
-Golf Trolley, 8€, pull along, lightweight
-Night Sight/Vision Binoculars, 25€, almost new with box. The perfect Christmas Gift for the man who has (almost) everything!
-Bathroom Basin – wall mounted, a bargain at 20€, brand new, ‘Bellavista’, never been used, needs fittings to attach the trap cover to the basin. 52cm deep x 65cm wide
Avis, Algarrobo Costa, can meet anywhere on the coast
(if we can’t meet yet we will reserve the item until we can.)
Call +44 7881 554446
e mail: avis dot clay at hotmail dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
-Flucho & Camper gentlemen’s shoes – size 43 – as new €100
-White furniture & 2 filing trays – €100
Contact: Carol in Caleta 609779152 or email me on this address carolDOTbausa@yahooDOT com

For Sale: Handcrafted Earrings. Made with paper, fabric, crystals and beads. Lightweight to wear, and each one is unique. 2 pairs for €8.00. Email me for more photos and information. Collection, if possible; Linda, Torrox Costa.
CoExGal@aol.com

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Extraordinary BOJA Announcement- the hospitality establishments that may remain open after 6:00 p.m. in Andalusia: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es}
The Official Gazette of the Junta de Andalucía (BOJA), which collects all the Andalusian measures to combat the coronavirus pandemic, has exceptions in its rule of closing catering establishments at 6:00 p.m.
According to the order issued by the Junta de Andalucía, the time limits for activities, services or establishments will vary depending on whether the municipality is in grade 1 or grade 2.
Currently, only the province of Granada is in grade 2, while the rest of the Andalusian municipalities are in grade 1.
Thus, in grade 1, the measures will coincide with those collected for alert level 3 or 4 of the Order of October 29, 2020 , although with a time limit of 6:00 p.m. in all activities, services or establishments collected in the same, including bars, restaurants and restaurants.
Hospitality establishments with permitted activity
However, within article 3 of this extraordinary BOJA of November 08, bars and hospitality establishments without music that are covered by a special schedule in accordance with the provisions of are excepted from said time limitation article 27 of the Decree 155/2018, of July 31 , which approves the Catalog of Public Shows, Recreational Activities and Public Establishments of opening and closing.
These establishments are those located in service areas of roads, highways; airports, railway stations and bus stations; hospitals and emergency health centers; funeral homes; markets, central markets and fish fishing ports, that provide support to users and employed personnel who may need a meal service at the wee hours of the morning. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-boja-extraordinario-bares-podran-abrir-mas-alla-1800-horas-andalucia-202011091436_noticia.html

CAC reminds stores that they can only sell essential products from six in the afternoon: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es}
The Andalusian Consumption Council (CAC) met this Wednesday to analyze the activity developed for the defense of consumers in the region in recent months, especially conditioned by the impact of Covid-19 , and those responsible for the Board have recalled to all the entities represented in the Council, among which are the business sector and consumer associations, which according to the latest measures approved, from 6:00 p.m. “the marketing is not allowed of products not considered of first necessity in any type of establishment”.
According to the Ministry of Health and Families in a press release, are considered authorized products food, personal hygiene products, cleaning products and drugstore for sale. Therefore, multiproduct stores and large supermarkets, which can remain open after 6:00 p.m., will only be able to sell authorized products from that moment until their time closing time. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-junta-recuerda-tiendas-solo-pueden-vender-productos-esenciales-desde-seis-tarde-202011111637_noticia.html

Covid-19- Spain demands negative PCR test on selected new arrivals: From November 23rd, Spain will demand a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours for all travellers arriving from countries with high coronavirus infection rates. Full story: https://www.thelocal.es/20201111/spain-demands-negative-pcr-test-on-new-arrivals-from-nov-24

Covid-19- Italy: Italian Doctors have Urgently Called For a National Lockdown after Cases Continue to Surge. “A national lockdown could be imposed by 15 November if the current measures do not have the desired effect,” said Italy’s health minister. The second wave of coronavirus has struck Italy profoundly. Last Tuesday there were more than 35,000 cases and 580 fatalities in the country. In view of this situation, placing more pressure on hospitals, the regional government is considering possible total confinement of the country, that is if the epidemiological situation of the coronavirus does not improve. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/11/breaking-news-italian-doctors-urgent-call-for-national-lockdown/

US Veterans Day 11/11/2020, a message from the Veterans Health Administration:

What’s really behind Madrid’s improved coronavirus figures?:
Experts warn that data being reported may not accurately represent the real situation, as changes in testing methods are affecting the numbers. Experts warn that this could be due to the introduction of antigen tests, which take less time to process than a PCR but are less sensitive to detecting the virus. Another problem is that the tests – five million of which were bought by the Madrid government – were used in mass testing campaigns, which is precisely the context in which they are not recommended. Full story: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-11-11/whats-really-behind-madrids-improved-coronavirus-figures.html

Electric scooters banned from pavements in Spain: As part of newly introduced traffic regulations, electric scooters are to be banned from the pavements throughout Spain. The Government announced these reforms to the Traffic Regulations yesterday, Tuesday, November 10, which will come into force on January 2, 2021.
Electric scooters will have to abide by the same rules as other vehicles, and will not be allowed on pavements, interurban roads, through roads, as well as motorways or toll roads which go through towns or in urban tunnels.
Scooter riders will need to carry a circulation certificate which proves that the vehicle meets the technical requirements put in place by the General Traffic Department. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/11/electric-scooters-banned-from-pavements/

5,500 Pirate IPTV Servers Shut Down By 700 Police Officers Around Europe: A massive law enforcement operation across Europe has reportedly shut down 5,500 servers used to stream pirated TV broadcasts, live sports, and movies to the public. According to the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation, 700 police officers were deployed in 11 countries, leading to the arrest of the alleged boss of an IPTV operation with profits estimated at €10.7 million. Full story: https://torrentfreak.com/5500-pirate-iptv-servers-shut-down-by-700-police-officers-around-europe-201111/

International Award for Comares based fine art photographer Gary Browne: Professional photographer Gary Browne of Spain was presented with the 15th Annual Black and White Spider Awards for “Part of the landscape” in the category of Silhouette/Professional at a prestigious Nomination & Winners PhotoShow streamed Sunday, November 1, 2020.
The live online gala was attended by industry leaders and the photography community from around the globe who logged on to watch the climax of the world’s premier event for black and white photography. 15th Annual Jury members included captains of the industry from Musee de l’Elysee, Lausanne; Sotheby’s, London; Travel/Discovery Channel, New York; Kunsthaus Zurich, Switzerland; Portuguese Center of Photography, Porto; Aeroplastics Contemporary, Brussels; The Guardian, London; Contrasto Galleria, Milan; ADK Creative One Inc., Tokyo; Hiroshima MOCA, Japan; MACBA, Barcelona; and Pereira O’Dell in New York who honored Spider Fellows with 610 coveted title awards and 919 nominees in 32 categories.
“It’s an incredible achievement to be selected among the best from the 6,378 entries from 69 countries we received this year” said Basil O’Brien, the awards Creative Director. Gary Browne’s “Part of the landscape,” an exceptional image entered in the Silhouette category, represents black and white photography at its finest, and we’re pleased to present Gary with the title of an Honorable mention award.
Black & White Spider Awards is the leading international award honoring excellence in black and white photography. This celebrated event shines a spotlight on the best professional and amateur photographers worldwide and honors the finest images with the highest achievements in black and white photography. http://www.thespiderawards.com
Contact: Gary Browne
Telephone:669941871
Email: lovegringos@gmail.com
Website: www.thestudiounderthewall.com
Sent by Gary Browne at The Studio Under The Wall

Google Photos to end its unlimited free photo storage: Starting June 1, 2021, you’ll only get 15GB of free storage, as Google encourages users to sign up for the Google One storage subscription service.
It’s a good idea to make sure your existing photos and videos are backed up in Google Photos before the June deadline, since those will be considered free and exempt from the storage limit. You can check your backups in the Photos app by going to Settings > Back up & sync. Full article: https://www.cnet.com/news/google-photos-to-end-its-unlimited-free-photo-storage/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1782 Wednesday, Nov. 11th, 2020

On November 11, 2020November 11, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

The content of this blog site comes from its subscribers & followers but is subject to editing and posting at the Editor’s discretion. The Editor is Naythan, aka DoctorLaptop.

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía to close on Tuesday, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

Art Room Art & Ceramics Gallery
Open by appointment everyday from 11.00am – 7.00pm.
Original paintings, prints and paintographs by Mitch France, ceramics by Chris France.
Subject matter: Musicians, Morocco, abstract, Flamenco dancers, local scenes. Commissions considered.
To view all the work, for information on the artists and directions to the gallery go to: www.artroom-gallery.com
Maximum 4 people per visit, masks and social distancing obligatory and sanitiser available. The galley is also well ventilated.
You can book an appointment through the website or contact Mitch: 616 891 473 (Whatsapp).
Email: mitchfranceart@hotmail.com
Facebook: mitchfranceart
Instagram: mitchfranceart
Twitter: mitchfranceart

Not On, Weekly Crochet/Knitting Group: Please NOTE
Due to the uncertain times with Covid there will be NO meetings until we recieve more news from the Junta De Andalucia on the 23rd November. We will review the situation on an ongoing basis.Thanks. Need more information?
Email Polly – madpip at hotmail dot co dot uk

Services Wanted/Offered

Nik of all Trades: Services available for home, garden and office
Gardening – from weeding to landscaping, stonework (walls, paths, etc) a speciality. Transport and tools all provided by me, no job too small or too big as I have others to call on if required, from 100€ per day per man plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Small construction/demolition jobs – walls, fencing, guttering, tiling etc. from 100€ per day per man plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Painting and decorating – interior or exterior, tools all supplied, materials extra at cost – from 100€ per day per man or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Evenings, weekends and holidays both Spanish and English are all included at no extra cost.
Check my website for examples of my work www.nikofalltrades.es
Email enquiries or for more information to nikash2 at hotmail dot com or just write that email address or web address down somewhere in case you may need me in the future! I am a Digame sponsor and so my contact info is available in the sponsors section below as well. There is also a contact form available on the website.
References/recommendations available from the UK and Spain
Based in Competa but can travel anywhere in Digameland. Quotations are completely free!

Coast Fm Gold: Want to be able to talk directly to your customers and clients?
Guess what they have been listening to and will continue to listen to……the Radio!
Coast Fm Gold has been available Online, as well as via Tunein, Google, Siri and Alexa throughout the crisis giving ’emergency announcements and telephone numbers’ and music, music, music!
Now it’s time to start up business’s again, and what a better way to let them know you have re-opened and are ready- A RADIO ADVERT! We reach all over the Axarquia- so we are local! Plus we reach around the world! We are the Eastern Costa Del Sols favourite Radio Station!
We are running ”special crisis” low advertising rates…ring us now on 691 934 626 or by email to studio@coastfmgold.com Website: http://coastfmgold.com/

Golden Leaves Funeral Plans:
Pre-planning your funeral is a thoughtful and responsible way to show you care about your family.
Funerals are no easy task. There are numerous considerations to factor in, including logistics, food and drink, casket purchase and burial grounds. A loved one’s death brings immense emotional strain to any family, and the question of financing and arrangements only exacerbates the stress.
Handling all of these challenges is difficult enough in one’s normal circumstances, but having to go through it while abroad is an enormous burden.
Golden Leaves Funeral Plans aims to support grieving families during these tumultuous times. Since our inception in 1984, we have partnered with a widespread network of funeral directors across the UK and Europe.
Purchasing a funeral plan with Golden Leaves enables you to plan, design and pay for your funeral services in advance.
As one of the leading providers of expat prepaid funeral plans in Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, we make sure to adequately support your family in the time of greatest need.
If you are an expat family in need of prepaid funeral services please contact Ruth on phone or whats app + 34 693 715 718
Based in Javea/Alicante. Company Reg. No: 2935393
Email: Ruth.forder@goldenleaves.com

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

Vetiver Spain is located in Sayalonga.
We have 2 new videos showing an experiment planting Vetiver in a tall Ornamental pot showing the results of the root growth after about 8 months.
Part 1: https://youtu.be/g1WRvjE6oAk
Part 2: https://youtu.be/HNviq7XdRM4
These short videos show you the incredible root system of Vetiver is and why it is so beneficial to fighting erosion and preserving top soil.
Want more videos? Please go to our YouTube video page.
https://www.vetiverspain.org/youtube.html
We also have Lemon Grass and Moringa Seedlings available now.
Please contact us for more information. Visits are by appointment.
Phone or WhatsApp for David: (34) 692 288 657
Email: info@vetiverspain.com
Website: www.vetiverspain.com

For Sale: Golf bag. More pictures available. Price: 50 euros
Maria. Rincón de la Victoria Tel. 639936988

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Spain reports first weekend fall in coronavirus cases, but sets new record for fatalities: According to the Health Ministry’s report, released Monday night, 52,386 new infections were detected since Friday – a figure that covers the weekend, given that no data is released on Saturdays and Sundays. The last time a fall was recorded over this period was October 5. The number of Covid-19 related deaths, however, broke a new record. Since Friday, 512 fatalities have been added to the official toll, the largest weekend figure of Spain’s second wave. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-11-10/spain-reports-first-weekend-fall-in-coronavirus-cases-but-sets-new-record-for-fatalities.html

Penalties, speed limits and prohibitions- Spain to roll out tougher driving laws: The Spanish government is preparing to change its Traffic Code to include new speed limits for urban roads, harsher penalties and limitations to where e-scooters can be ridden. Full story: https://www.thelocal.es/20201110/penalties-speed-limits-and-prohibitions-spain-to-roll-out-tougher-driving-laws

EU Commission backs Spain’s protocol against disinformation campaigns by supporting Internet censorship: The European executive’s nod to the Spanish system to prevent, detect and respond to disinformation campaigns comes after some opposition parties in Spain had accused the government of creating a “Ministry of Truth” that would allegedly make decisions on content and provide media outlets with guidelines to follow. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/politics/2020-11-10/eu-commission-backs-spains-protocol-against-disinformation-campaigns.html

EU moves closer to encryption ban after Austria, France attacks: A draft resolution setting up an EU-wide ban on end-to-end encryption by web platforms and messenger apps such as Signal and WhatsApp is set to be waved through this week.
ProPrivacy’s Ray Walsh described the move as a massive threat to data privacy and a disappointing change given that the EU has previously been, by and large, in favour of privacy for European citizens.
“Robust encryption relies on the secure transmission of data between two parties using keys that are only known to them,” said Walsh. “Removing strong end-to-end encryption creates vulnerabilities that can be exploited not just by EU government agencies, but also by anybody – including hackers, cyber criminals and state-sanctioned operatives from foreign governments – with the technical ability to discover that purposefully created backdoor.” Full story: https://www.computerweekly.com/news/252491755/EU-moves-closer-to-encryption-ban-after-Austria-France-attacks

Curfew Could Have Been Longer? Ministry denied Junta earlier curfew: Andalucian Regional Government, Junta de Andalucia, had initially proposed a curfew earlier than 10pm, the Regional Councillor for Health and Families, Jesus Aguirre has said, but it was not authorised by the Ministry of Health. He confirmed that the Junta had proposed an earlier curfew, taking into account that from this Tuesday, November 10 at 6pm non-essential activity will close. The response from the central government was negative. The current situation gives regions freedom to lift or modify curfew, although any decision must be communicated to the Ministry of Health for approval, and it must be in place for at least seven days. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/10/ministry-denied-junta-earlier-curfew/

Mayor of Torrox has decreed a 25% reduction in the beach fee for this year: The report explains that this measure is intended to reduce expenses in a season in which income has been significantly reduced due to the pandemic. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/10/mayor-of-torrox-has-decreed-a-25-reduction-in-the-beach-fee-for-this-year/

Urgent appeal for help finding missing schoolboy, 13: Spain’s National Police have launched an urgent public appeal to help find a missing schoolboy, 13.
Alejandro Fructoso Fernandez was last seen in his home town of Elche on Monday morning, November 9.
He has brown hair and brown eyes, is 1.6 metres tall and weighs 53 kg.
Anybody who has seen Alejandro or has information which may help police trace him, is asked to call the National Police on 091. Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/10/urgent-appeal-for-help-finding-missing-schoolboy-13/

WhatsApp shopping button allows you to purchase products from chat: The tool will make it easier for people to discover a business’ catalog so they know what goods or services it offers.
Previously, people had to click into the business’ profile to see if the business had a catalog. “Now, when a person sees the shopping button, which looks like a storefront icon, they will immediately know the business has a catalog so they can browse products and start a conversation about an item they see with just one tap,” the company said in a statement.
This will also make it easier for businesses to have their products discovered which can help increase sales.
The new shopping button is available now across the world and will replace the voice call button. To find the voice call button, simply tap on the call button to select either a voice or video call.
“In the future, we’ll make it possible to add items to a cart and check out, all within WhatsApp,” the company said last month. Full story: https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/whatsapp-shopping-button-allows-you-to-purchase-products-from-chat/articleshow/79144847.cms

Malaga city suspends 2021 Three Wise Men parade: The traditional ‘Cabalgata Reyes Magos’ was due to take place on January 5, 2021.
The decision has been made in light of the evolution of the pandemic, “as it is a public act that would generate incompatible crowds with current regulations and the recommendations of the health authorities”, said the Consistory today, Tuesday, November 10, in a statement. Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/10/malaga-city-suspends-2021-three-wise-men-parade/

Zebra mussels invade La Viñuela reservoir: The Agriculture department confirmed that zebra mussels, capable of destabilising its ecosystem, have been found in the La Viñuela reservoir. Preventive measures are now underway in an attempt to prevent the spread of this invasive species from the Black Sea. These pests can damage marine equipment and facilities. PHOTO CREDIT. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/09/zebra-mussels-invade-la-vinuela-reservoir/

Fakebook scam that misleads you with a fake Xbox Series X giveaway: The scam in question has been spreading in Spain in recent days through ads shown to users of Facebook, as Avast has reported.
This fraudulent campaign promises to raffle 5,000 units of the Xbox Series X console among users who answer a survey of five questions related to video games. After completing the short questionnaire, a congratulatory message is displayed. It should be noted that everyone who completes the survey receives a message that they have been awarded regardless of the answers they have selected.
Then to collect the prize, scammers ask participant to share the promotion with five WhatsApp contacts. They can then select their prize, which is supposedly delivered within 24 hours.
Avast has recommended keeping an eye out for signs of scam and not relying on promotions that seem too good to be true, and has in fact warned that scammers themselves are already preparing for their next scam: the launch of the new PlayStation5 on November 19, with a similar campaign. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/the-facebook-scam-that-misleads-you-with-a-fake-xbox-series-x-giveaway/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1781 Tuesday, Nov. 10th, 2020

On November 10, 2020November 10, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

The content of this blog site comes from its subscribers & followers but is subject to editing and posting at the Editor’s discretion. The Editor is Naythan, aka DoctorLaptop.

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía to close on Tuesday, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm.

La Casa Hotel & Restaurant: Hi Everyone!
A difficult time s for everyone in business at the moment with the new restrictions.
Our restaurant will now only be open for lunch closed in the evening until the restrictions are lifted.
-We are going to do a special menu for just 9.95 for 2 courses or 12.95 for 3 courses with a choice of starters, mains and dessert.
-We will open Monday to Saturday only. 12 until 5pm.
-This Saturday 14th November from 11.am until 5pm we will be holding a mini market at the Hotel with local people selling local products so come along and have a look, have a drink on our beautiful terrace or maybe have lunch.
To reserve for lunch call 662039741/952535471 we will also be offering takeaway meal options with pre-orders before 6pm.
Stay safe everyone.
LA CASA Hotel & Restaurant
Calle Baja, Plazuela De Barajas 3
Torrox, 29770, Malaga

Liquid Lunch show: Sat., Nov 14th, 1pm.
Chiringuito Tropy, Calle Real s/n , Caleta de Velez 29751 Vélez-Málaga. Tel 689 23 76 43 FB Page

Services Wanted/Offered

Wanted: Manufacturing Jeweller. Does anyone know of a manufacturing jeweller who could set a diamond into an existing semi mount? Jan, Caleta de Velez.
janmaclean29@yahoo.co.uk

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

For Sale, 2 items:
-Metalizada silver painted corner unit with lilac interior with glass shelves with key Measurements 40 cms into each corner Height 112cms Price 75€
-Rocking easy chair Price 40€
Contact Jackie/ Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale: Siemens laptop refurb. Model Esprimo V5505. A full size 15.6in display laptop, fully refurbished by DoctorLaptop. Has an International keyboard, English layout but with extra character keys, perfect for both English and Scandinavian users, 250 Gb hard drive (reconditioned), 3Gb RAM (brand new, high performance), Windows 10 Pro (UK English), processor speed 2.0GHz, DVD/CD drive, 2hr battery. HDMI adapter included.
€280. Buyer collects.
Contact Naythan, Torrox Costa, Tel. 675 993 069 (no calls answered before 11am, missed calls returned asap)
Email: doctorlaptop @ protonmail . com (no spaces)

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Gibraltar Gov’t Press Release (09 Nov., 2020)- Certain foodstuffs will not be allowed from Gibraltar into Spain in no deal situation:
In the event of no agreement on the future relationship between Gibraltar and the European Union, it will no longer be possible to take certain types of foodstuffs across the border from Gibraltar to Spain. The Government has today issued a Technical Notice on the subject so that the public familiarise themselves with the possible new situation.
As from 1 January 2021, it may no longer be possible for individuals to introduce any quantity of meat, milk, pet-food, or fishery products into the European Union, therefore into Spain. This also includes personal consignments of specific animal products such as honey, live oysters, live mussels and snails unless their combined quantity does not exceed 2KG per person. The details of the new arrangements that would apply are set out in EU law and summarised by the Government in the latest guidance to citizens and businesses.
There are other types of foodstuffs that will be allowed across like bread, cakes, sweets, chocolates, pasta and noodles for example.
Gibraltar left the European Union in January, together with the United Kingdom, and we continue in a period of transition until the end of this year. When we arrive at that point, there will either be agreement on our future relationship with the European Union, including its nearest Member State Spain, or there will be no agreement. The Government want to make it clear that it is working hard to secure an agreement. However, there are important red lines that we will not cross.
Gibraltar’s departure from the European Union means that certain processes and procedures will inevitably become more difficult, cumbersome and bureaucratic. It is important that everyone is aware of this and that, where possible, they plan ahead. The Government can only prepare in areas that are within its control. Even then, there will be certain areas where mitigation is not possible because the new situation simply reflects what it means to be outside the European Union.
Source: https://www.gibraltar.gov.gi/press-releases/certain-foodstuffs-will-not-be-allowed-into-spain-in-no-deal-situation-7782020-6362

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max review- The maximum experience:
The 2020 iPhones sport a shiny new design that is more akin to the latest iPad Pro and Air models. Or, if you’re harking back to yesteryear, the iPhone 4 from 2010.
That design change – which sees the buttons, speakers, and Lightning port stay in pretty much the same place as previous years – delivers a number of benefits. The main is that the 12 Pro Max packs in an even bigger screen than the iPhone 11 Pro Max from 2019 – it’s now 6.7-inches compared to 6.5-inches – in a footprint that is roughly the same. It’s an Apple Super Retina XDR display that’s HDR Dolby Vision ready and comes with True Tone technology for adapting the colours to your environment. It’s the same as found on the other models in the iPhone 12 range, just bigger. If you’re counting, the 12 Pro Max is actually a little thinner than its predecessor.
The screen bezel is still present – Apple hasn’t gone all Samsung quite yet – but because of the flat surgical-grade stainless steel band edge around the device, it appears thinner.
Such a large phone that it won’t be to everyone’s liking, but if you want big then this iPhone delivers without making the form-factor awkward to hold or use.
Full verdict-
For: Great cameras, 5G connectivity when you need it, Big and bold screen, Design is large but not awkward & A14 Bionic processing power
Against: Low-light photography enhancements could be better. Much the same experience as the cheaper (and smaller) iPhone 12 Pro. Full article: https://www.pocket-lint.com/phones/reviews/apple/154534-iphone-12-pro-max-review

London’s street performers face a crackdown: London’s street performers — the Brits call them “buskers” — are up in arms over a threat to their livelihoods. Their earnings have already taken a beating this year as the number of foreign visitors to the British capital has slumped by three-quarters. And now that the U.K. has entered a second pandemic lockdown, there will be fewer British visitors to the capital in the weeks ahead.
But the buskers are incensed for another reason. A local authority — Westminster City Council — is planning to curb street entertainment in the West End because, the council says, some of the buskers are noisy, anti-social, and in some cases, downright dangerous. The council is proposing to cut the number of sites where the buskers can perform, to impose a licensing and insurance system and to ban certain equipment that it regards as unsafe. Full story: https://www.marketplace.org/2020/11/09/londons-street-performers-face-a-crackdown/

Look Out! Here Comes Your Spanish Big Brother: Spain to monitor online fake news and give a ‘political response’ to disinformation campaigns. The government will be the arbiter of what constitutes such stories with no representatives from the media or journalist associations involved in the process.
That’s according to the “Procedure for Intervention against Disinformation,” (that even sounds scary, straight out of 1984, no? -Ed.) which was approved last month by the country’s National Security Council and was published on Thursday in the Official State Gazette (BOE).
The document makes provisions for the possibility of carrying out communication campaigns in order to counter fake news stories, albeit stopping short of censoring them. It leaves in the hands of the government the authority to decide what exactly constitutes misinformation. The protocol updates one that has been in place since March 2019, but that was not made public, and regulates an activity that began under the previous government. PHOTO:Twitter@gmoreaubooks. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/politics/2020-11-09/spain-to-monitor-online-fake-news-and-give-a-political-response-to-disinformation-campaigns.html

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1780 Monday, Nov. 9th, 2020

On November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

The content of this blog site comes from its subscribers & followers but is subject to editing and posting at the Editor’s discretion. The Editor is Naythan, aka DoctorLaptop.

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

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

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía to close on Tuesday, with curfew now from 10pm to 7am, and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm. See News Section for details.

Potters Bar:
Monday: Open pool table all day, and all day complimentary tapas
Tuesday: The Great Potters Pub Quiz. 2pm to 4pm. Break for snack lunch, prizes and great informal fun. * Make a day of it! As Happy hours are between 4pm and 6pm with 1 Euro drinks!
Wednesday: Complimentary tapas all day including home made Spanish favourites such as Estofado, carne con tomate, ensaladilla, pil pil etc.
Thursday: The popular games afternoon begins at 2pm. Join us for a very entertaining afternoon. Pool, mini quiz, play your cards right, and a late light complimentary lunch.
Friday: A great music afternoon on the terrace (weather permitting) from 2pm to 4pm with the one and only Paul Locky. 10 Euros including a choice of basket meals and light snacks.
Saturday: The Potters BBQ! (weather permitting). From 2pm to 4pm and live music on the terrace. Snacks, basket meals and live sports available inside.
Sunday: The very popular fabulous Dixieland Jazz Trio will entertain you outside on the terrace (weather permitting – otherwise indoors). This is a unique afternoon of fantastic entertainment and not to be missed and it includes an excelllent traditional Sunday Roast Lunch( plus alternatives). ¨
*Pls note that all events are subject to popularity and demand
*Reservations are essential
HAPPY 1 EURO HOURS EVERY DAY 1pm-3pm!
All soft drinks, cañas, bottled Alhambra and Mahao, house wines and house spirits just 1 Euro. Pints at 2 Euros.
(Last orders 5pm)
*Pls confirm your reservation with Cathy on 685435767
*We cater for private parties, functions and BBQ,s
Open everyday from 1pm – 6pm

The Greek Casita- Torrox Costa: Due to the new Covid restrictions we are changing our opening hours for this week only to Thurdsay thru Sunday 1pm-5pm.
Any more changes or updates will be posted on DigameXtra as the situation develops. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Services Wanted/Offered

Malagalingo:
Come to speak Spanish in a fun and relaxed way
Don’t struggle with the Spanish language anymore.
– ONLINE Spanish lessons > in Zoom or Skype
– ONSITE Spanish lessons > in our OUTDOOR TERRACE
Conversational fun approach
In a small Group or Private one-to-one
On our **outdoor terrace**(onsite)
Simple to use technology (online)
Free registration and materials
Ample free parking
** Free trial lesson
Web: https://malagalingo.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/malagalingo
Email: info@malagalingo.com
Tel./Whats: + (34) 650 479 493

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

Click on pics to enlarge

For Sale: Ovation Adamas Guitar.
This Iconic Ovation Adamas Graphite Ruby Red Accoustic Guitar with Ovation OP-50 is for sale.
It comes with the option of using an in built XLR Jack with an XLR cable, which is provided.
This provides a professional, balanced line connection to mixers and high-end accoustic amps. The ‘phantom power’ capability allows your mixer to power the preamp.
There is also a standard 1/4 inch jack, for a standard 1/4 inch plug.
I have had this guitar for quite a few years now and it is still in good condition.
Having been used in the past for the occasional live gig, there are one or two minor ‘knocks’ on it, but nothing that impedes its unique style and sound.
It cost nearly £3000 when new. It is now available with Ovation hard case for 850 Euros or near offer. Damien Aked.
Damiengaked@ hotmail.com
Tel: 0034 642 187 815

Recommendations & Requests

Thanks: Royal British Legion Nerja would like to thank Sharon and Fred mine hosts of The Chapel Bar in Nerja for such a wonderful afternoon at the Saturday Remembrance event that took place Saturday the 7th November. Greatly needed funds were made for The Poppy Appeal some new friendships made a lot of laughing especially Lynn’s card game. So nice to see everyone getting together united in a great cause. Thanks to Sue Wagstaff who helped man the Tombola Stall she was really kept busy all prizes went ,thanks to everyone who supported the event to Nathan who always helps by advertises the events on Digamextra and Geoff for the poster work . Dorothy Allen Poppy Appeal Organizer Nerja. dorothyallenpl At gmail d0t com

WELL DONE NAYTHAN – YOU ARE THE BEST!!
Congratulations and many thanks to you ED (aka Naythan) for your unfailing commitment, diligence and thoroughness in putting out DigameXtra and for being largely responsible for breaking the record – again!
We are happy to support and continue promoting DigameXtra to others, given the consistent high quality of your product!
Nick, Jete, keelsway at yahoo dot co dot uk (Your kind words and encouragement are greatly appreciated. As we enter a new phase of curfews and restrictions, I will do my very best to keep readers informed with the latest, most accurate, confirmable information available. -Ed.)

News & Articles

(Click the link to read the full article)

{Translations by Firefox browser extension “Translate Web Pages”}

Andalusia advances the curfew at 10 p.m. and extends until 7 a.m.: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es} Updated 08/11/2020 17:33h
Andalusia will extend the curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. , so it will last two hours longer than the current one.
This was announced by Moreno in an informative appearance after presiding in the Palacio de San Telmo the meeting of the Advisory Committee on High Impact Public Health Alerts to analyze the evolution of the pandemic in a day in which 3,755 positive cases and 20 deaths and the number of hospitalized has dropped for the second consecutive day to 3,151 while ICU admissions have risen to 455.
The Chairman of the Board has also communicated the decision to maintain the perimeter closure until November 23 of the community and continue with the schools and institutes open throughout Andalusia, while the university decides to implement the activity online except in the practices and experimentation.
The closure of all non-essential activity after 6 pm will be more demanding in the province of Granada, where the serious incidence of the pandemic forces the complete closure of all non-essential activity and Moreno has recommended that citizens «only leave for what strictly necesary”.
The previous decree maintained the limitation of night mobility with the “curfew” time between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am, already set in the state of alarm decree. Likewise, it was established that as of midnight, meetings in the public and private sphere were limited to a maximum of six people, except those groups that are living together.
Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-adelanta-toque-queda-22-horas-y-amplia-hasta-7-horas-202011081507_noticia.html

Andalusia closes at six in the afternoon all non-essential activities from Tuesday, Granada all day: {Translated from https://seville.abc.es} Updated: 08/11/2020 19: 56h
Andalusia only has 30% of the hospital beds free, and in the eight days that go into the month of November, 315 people have died due to Covid, a serious and worrying situation that has led the President of the Board, Juanma Moreno, to announce very tough measures that will take effect at 12 o’clock tomorrow night, Monday and will apply until 23 November.
The main one is that all activities non-essential will have to close their doors at 6 in the afternoon, it is forbidden to leave the municipality of residence and the curfew is extended: no one may be on the streets between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. The perimeter closure of the Andalusian autonomous community is also maintained.
Classes in colleges and institutes will continue to be face-to-face , even in the afternoon shifts, but the university completely changes the scene. His classes will be only telematically although the practices and activities of the laboratories are maintained.
It is important to note that the Andalusian Government is studying what to do with the opposition to the Board called for next weekend. As explained by the president, they are looking for large enough spaces but, if they are not found, they would be postponed .
The situation is common for all of Andalusia except for Granada where the Junta has decreed the total closure of all non-essential activities. “The situation is especially delicate because it has a rate of 1,194 cases per hundred thousand inhabitants, higher than that registered by communities such as Navarra, Aragón or La Rioja, which are the ones in the worst conditions,” explained President Juanma Moreno who has made a special call to the people of Granada.
“I ask you to stay at home and only go out for what is strictly necessary because we have to cut this virus as quickly as possible.” In this sense, all social events are prohibited because there is “a serious danger from health stress that has never been experienced before.” Granada, together with Seville, are the provinces with the highest number of hospitalized.
The president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno , has decided and announced these new limitations after the meeting of the committee of experts convened this Sunday in the palace of San Telmo, in which the evolution of the data of the pandemic in the community. Andalusia is slightly above the Spanish average for infections .
Medical alert
From the General Directorate of Public Health and Pharmaceutical Management, a circular has been sent to the staff of Andalusian health centers in which it is urged to take extreme measures of social distancing, use of a mask and cleaning of hands, in addition to suppressing “any type of social encounter that derives from the professional and / or social activity even more within the managerial centers ». Doctors and nurses are recommended to have breakfast and lunch alone in the face of the “extreme situation” in which we find ourselves and which translates into a lethality very worrying of the pandemic. In November, 315 Andalusians died from coronavirus.
Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-cierra-toda-actividad-no-esencial-seis-tarde-desde-martes-granada-habra-cierre-total-202011081449_noticia.html

All municipal boundaries in Andalucía to close on Tuesday, with curfew at 10pm and non-essential businesses shutting at 6pm: The Junta de Andalucía has announced new stricter measures from Tuesday to slow the spread of Covid-19.
All municipalities in Andalucía will be closed until 23 November. No one will be able to cross municipal borders except for essential activity. The borders of Andalucía with other Spanish regions will also remain closed as they have been for the last ten days.
All non-essential activity and businesses will have to close at 6pm across the region. This includes bars and restaurants.
This is valid for all the provinces of Andalucía, except Granada, currently with the worst Covid-19 figures, where all non-essential business will have to close all day from Tuesday.
The night curfew will be brought forward to 10pm and extended to 7am across the region.
The measures will come into force at midnight (Monday night – Tuesday morning).
Schools will remain open. All university lectures will be given virtually, except for practical classes.
Private gatherings remain restricted to six people. Full article:
http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202011/08/municipal-boundaries-andalucia-close-20201108140042.html

UK honors war dead in scaled-back Remembrance Sunday service: In a scaled-back service, Queen Elizabeth II led tributes Sunday to those from the U.K. and the Commonwealth who perished in wartime, as most veterans paid their respects at home as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
The public were unable to attend this year, with the event taking place during a second national lockdown in England, and were instead encouraged to take part in the two-minute silence at home.
In other years, the commemoration is packed with thousands of veterans and military personnel. In Sunday’s service, there were less than 30 veterans in attendance and everyone present observed social distancing rules though mask wearing wasn’t mandatory in the outdoor setting.
Though the service was very different, people up and down the land took time out to honor the war dead. Small services were permitted. PHOTO:Aaron Chown, Pool Photo via AP. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/virus-outbreak-prince-charles-prince-william-london-boris-johnson-4d36d9c22f09416dfad4a7e521879bca

Fourteen cars burn in different streets of Fuengirola: A total of eleven vehicles have been burned and another three affected by the fire, in different parts of Fuengirola. An investigation has been opened to discover the cause and people behind the arson attacks. PHOTO:EWN. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/11/08/breaking-news-fourteen-cars-burn-in-different-streets-of-fuengirola/

Tennis- Medvedev beats Zverev in Paris to claim third Masters title: Russian Daniil Medvedev claimed his third Masters title when he beat German Alexander Zverev 5-7 6-4 6-1 in the Paris final on Sunday. Medvedev, 24, had more energy in the deciding set and made the most of his opportunities against an inconsistent Zverev, who had won five of their six previous meetings. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/article/tennis-paris-idUKL8N2HU0JG

Football- Zinedine Zidane accepts responsibility for Real Madrid’s 4-1 shock defeat at Valencia: “There are no excuses from me. After the first goal we simply fell apart.
“I don’t think Valencia have been better tactically. But the culprit is me, because I have to find solutions.”
Real Madrid will now move into the international break in fourth place in the La Liga table with a four point gap behind current front runners Real Sociedad.
His team will take on Villarreal at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano on November 21 on their return to action, before looking to secure their place in the Champions League knockout stages.
Full article: https://www.football-espana.net/2020/11/08/zinedine-zidane-accepts-responsibility-for-real-madrids-4-1-defeat-at-valencia

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

Humour Section

Free Comic Strips provided by https://comics.azcentral.com

Submitted by T.W.

Exchange quotes by www.xe.com

GBP>EUR (last night’s quote, click to enlarge)

USD>EUR

Brexit Hotline

Fun & Games

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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

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

By supporting our sponsors you help support DigameXtra!

DigameXtra Sponsors

How to Subscribe and make submissions: Click Link

DigameXtra cannot be responsible for incorrect info in reader posts or event announcements.
Anonymous submissions are unacceptable.

DigameXtra No. 1779 Sunday, Nov. 8th, 2020

On November 8, 2020November 8, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

The content of this blog site comes from its subscribers & followers but is subject to editing and posting at the Editor’s discretion. The Editor is Naythan, aka DoctorLaptop.

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor