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In This Issue LIFESTYLE Around the Island Vilaflor
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Healthy Living Summer Sun: Eye protection is vital
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Fashion Sunglasses: What about Style?
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Sunglasses for Sport: Function or Fashion?
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Health Matters Protect your eyes from the effects of the sun
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Simple Spanish Style Cuisine Pimientos Rellenos de Atun - Red Peppers Stuffed with Tuna
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Motoring Lancia Delta “Hard Black”
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FEATURE Sport: World Cup Special Blame it on the ball
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July 2010
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HOMESTYLE 54
Get The Designer Look in your House or Apartment
REGULARS 64
Business Directory
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Monthly Horoscope
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The Birthday File
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Famous Days in Spanish History
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Tenerife Tourist Map
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Places of interest in Tenerife
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*Los Cristianos - Las Americas - Fa単abe *Las Galletas - Costa del Silencio *Golf del Sur - Los Abrigos Las Chafiras *Los Gigantes - Puerto Santiago - Playa de la Arena
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To the first issue of our new monthly digital magazine brought to you by NewTenerife.com. Summer is here, and this months edition explores the “summer sun” theme, with a look at the effects on our eyes and how best to protect them. We also feature the picturesque village of Vilaflor, as well as our homestyle pages, Spanish cuisine, plus a slightly different look at the world cup, as we get the ball out! For those of you visiting Tenerife, there is our regular tourist guide and map, with a quick look at the main places of interest, so there really is something for everyone.... With our interactive magazine, you can access further information instantly by clicking on any items of interest, turn pages, adjust the size, etc. We hope you enjoy our magazine and it’s features, and are always interested in your comments and feedback, which you can send to us at ed@newtenerife.net. You can find us on Facebook, where our Essential Tenerife magazine will have it´s own page .... Coming soon ... Thankyou.
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Vilaflor
Around the Island Tenerife is probably one of Europe's last paradise Isles, but living here it's easy to forget that this island is fascinating and unique. Not only does it offer lush forests, deserts, exotic fauna and flora, mountains, volcanoes, snow, incredibly beautiful coastlines and some spectacular beaches but you can also find some captivating towns and villages, which we will be taking a look at over the next issues. One of these villages is Vilafor De Chasna. Situated 1,400 metres above sea level, Vilaflor is the highest village in Spain and with only 2000 inhabitants, one of the smallest in Tenerife. It sits serenely above the clouds and while the coastal resorts are plagued with miserable weather, more often that not, Vilaflor is basking in unbroken sunshine. However, these are not the only reasons that make Vilaflor worth visiting. Stepping into the history books at the end of the 16th Century when Captain Pedro Soler and his wife were given the Chasna Estate (Vilaflor, Arona, San Miguel and Granadilla) as reward for participating in the conquest of Tenerife, Vilaflor has managed to keep much of its old world charm and elegance.
The many different hamlets of the borough make an interesting excursion in itself. Lining the streets of the town centre are some typical ancient mansions, some of which, like the stately home of the Soler Family and the "Casa Del Obispo" (Bishops house) which was the summer residence of the Bishops of Tenerife are really quite striking.
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Also recommended is a visit to the Parish Church of San Pedro de Chesna which is one of the oldest churches in the south, built by order of Pedro Soler in the first half of the 16th Century. Roughly translated Vilaflor means "house of flowers" and the whole village lives up to its name. At Corpus Christi the streets are lined with beautifully made carpets of flowers of all types and colours. If you want to see them though you have to be quick because they are designed to be destroyed again after only a few hours.
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Vilaflor
At the end of May the village is covered in stunningly vibrant orange and yellow poppies that you don't find anywhere else on the island. Rumour has it that in the late sixties a gentleman from the West coast of America moved to Vilaflor and brought with him his favourite flower the Californian Poppy which has spread like the wildfire it resembles. In June the village doesn't escape Carnival fever, but in Vilaflor it is more about tradition and local history. It basically consists of a loud and relatively spontaneous procession made up of different groups of people, playing saxophones and tambourines.
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Vilaflor During the summer months Vilaflor is packed full of festivals. "Chasneros" Island wide come to participate in the local sports such as "arrestre de Ganado" (a grain dragging race hauled by cows), "el juego del palo" (a Guanche defence sport) and "El lavantamiento del arado" (a ploughing competition). The most fun festival however, is at the end of November. To celebrate the opening of its wine cellars, Vilaflor has a very unique tradition which deserves a visit to San AndrĂŠs. Local children gather any tins or cans or basically anything that makes noise and link them together to form a huge carpet which they call Saint Andrews Trolley. Then they gather at the top of the town for the "tin run". The children are chased down the hill by the "trolley". There are many theories as to the origin of this, the most probable is the custom of the local vintners who needed to clean out their old wine barrels each year and would roll them down the hill to the sea.
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Vilaflor If you like your food and wine, all these festivals have tastings where you can sample some of the local produce. Vilaflor is well renowned for its wine, goat's cheese and potatoes. For the ramblers, the Guanche custom of bringing their animals to the mountains to graze has created enormous amounts of paths and tracks, 11 of which are perfectly catalogued nature trails which Vilaflor looks after in order to maintain the natural environment. These trails give you access to El Parque Natural de Ifonche, El Parque Natural de al Corona Forestal, the Natural Monument of Monta単a Colorado, El Barranco Del Inferno and the Natural Monument of Roque de Jama. Also the situation of Vilaflor, in its small valley, protected from strong winds and with a southern orientation makes it an ideal place for astronomers and sports people alike. Vilaflor is one of the few places you can see ETA CARINE star located 8,000 light years away and the Acrue star of the Southern Cross constellation which is actually situated below the horizon. The landscape and relief of Vilaflor makes the opportunity to practise many types of outdoor sports a reality. Here you can do practically anything from mountain biking to hang gliding, rock climbing to camping. Something for absolutely everybody. Essential Tenerife
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SUMMER SUN Summer has well and truly arrived here in Tunisia. Last month we looked at the effects of the sun and how best to protect the skin, but the eyes are just as important! Eye protection is vital in the summer sun, but you don’t have to sacrifice style for safety. There's such a huge selection of sunglasses styles, prices and features that sometimes it's difficult to decide which pair is the "best." Then there are the tourist centres, with shops selling “name� brands at ridiculously cheap prices. Can they really offer the protection you need or are they just a fashion accessory? You need to get the facts about sunglasses and their components to learn which ones provide the best protection and comfort for your eyes. UV Protection - A Critical Feature The most important benefit your sunglasses should provide is protection from ultraviolet radiation, a component of sunlight that contributes to eye disease. It is recommended that you look for sunglasses with lenses that block 99-100% of UVA and UVB radiation (100% is best). The label should read UV 400 or 100% UV protection. Common Lens Materials Lens materials differ. Some are heavier than others, some are more durable. Three materials commonly used for sunglass lenses are:- Polycarbonate a durable, lightweight plastic. - CR-39, a plastic used mostly in prescription-grade lenses. - Glass, durable but much heavier to wear. Lens Coatings and Films The important UV filtering capability already mentioned is one coating that's applied to sunglass lenses, but there are many others:
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Lens Tints Colours are applied to lenses to help absorb light as it passes through them. The colour you choose is a matter of personal taste, but there are important colour-related benefits to consider. Gray tints reduce brightness, but do not distort colour. Brown and amber reduce glare, including the glare created by the blue frequency in sunlight, which creates a hazy appearance. These tints distort colours more than gray lenses do. Yellow tints reduce the haze from blue light better than browns, so they really sharpen up the view, but they cause more colour distortion. Green tinted lenses reduce glare and filter out a portion of the blue light. They provide good contrast between objects. Rose coloured lenses might be a good choice if you participate in water sports or other outdoor activities, because they offer good contrast for objects viewed against blue or green backgrounds. Essential Tenerife
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LIFESTYLE Effects of the sun!
The eyes are just as important!
Polarized Lenses Polarizing films applied to lenses help reduce the glare created when light bounces off of some objects, such as water, roads and other similar surfaces. Scratch Resistance A thin film of a durable substance is applied as a final coating to make lenses more resistant to scratches. Remember that plastic lenses scratch more easily than glass lenses. Mirrored Lenses You've seen these sunglasses -the outside of the lenses look like mirrors because they're coated with a special material. They're popular, but mirrored lenses scratch easily because the mirror finish is applied last. Photochromatic Lenses Photochromatic (or photochromic) lenses become darker when exposed to UV radiation. The shift happens quickly as your surroundings change from bright to dim. Anti-Reflective Coatings Anti-reflective coatings reduce the reflection caused by light that hits the back side of lenses, keeping it from bouncing into your eyes. Frame Components Frames are made from plastic, base metals, titanium, aluminum and many other materials. Try many types of frames on to compare their weight and to find out which ones feel the best.
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LIFESTYLE What About Style? Sunglass styles change every year, just like any other fashion component, but the selections are so varied that no pair you love will ever really go "out" of fashion. And since sunglasses don't have to be expensive to be effective, you don't have to spend a fortune to develop a nice collection.
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Fashion Designer and specialty sunglasses (such as those used for sports) definitely cost more than most, but you'll find all kinds of fashion glasses for sale at affordable prices. In many cases, particularly in fashion accessory ranges, you are often paying that bit extra for the name or “brand”. Just because they are more expensive, they don’t always offer you more protection. Watch the UV ratings carefully and where possible check the authenticity of the claimed level of protection. Follow these basic rules and you'll be fine. Unless you already know which frame shapes look good on you, go shopping and try on as many styles as possible.
There should always be mirrors available so check out how you look to others, as a particular style on your friend may not always suit your face. If you can get permission to walk outside with glasses on, do it, so that you can find out how they actually work in the sunlight.
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LIFESTYLE Don't Forget the Kids Children need just as much, if not more protection from UV radiation and glare than us adults, so take care when buying sunglasses for them, as they rely on you to make the correct decisions for their eye protection. Forget about those flimsy over-sized, brightlycoloured play sunglasses, and get them something that will protect their eyes by applying the same rules as you would to your ownpair
Extra Protection Sunglass lenses that wrap around to your temples keep out more light and UV radiation than typical lenses. A wide brimmed hat offers just as much, if not more protection from the sun and helps keep your skin in better shape. Experts tell us that, as we age, less squinting equals fewer wrinkles.
So, protect those eyes now!
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Sunglasses for Sport
Function or What to wear on your eyes when you play. Athletes wear sunglasses for the way they look as much as for the way they protect. With all the slick frames and interchangeable lens systems now available, it is hard to separate quality from fashion. You should not forget that as an athlete, sunglasses are necessary for keeping your eyes healthy and free from injury.
You may wonder if the sunglasses for specific sports really make a difference. Sport eyewear in general tends to be safer than regular sunglasses because the lenses and frames are made of polycarbonate, which won't shatter if struck and can give you the benefits of both sunglasses and protective eyewear. Also, certain lens colours can reduce glare and eye strain while they improve visual clarity and enhance details.
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In addition to protecting the eyes from flying debris, glasses are an important protection against the damage of UV rays. Ultraviolet radiation has been linked to cataracts, benign growths on the eye's surface, cancer of the eyelids and skin around the eyes, and even photokeratitis, (snow blindness) a temporary but painful sunburn of the eye's surface. While sunglasses don't have to be expensive to offer good protection it is often hard to identify quality lenses. Besides a lack of uniform labeling by manufacturers, many buyers don't know what to look for and high price doesn't always mean high quality. Some inexpensive sunglasses have quality lenses, while some high-priced sunglasses have cheap lenses in expensive frames.
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What to wear on your eyes when you play.
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Some of the most popular for a multitude of sports are the frames with interchangeable lenses for different conditions. These can protect from glare or be altered to plain lenses to protect from wind, or even to sharpen visibility on an overcast day. Identifying high quality sunglass lenses They block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B They screen out 75 to 90 percent of visible light They match perfectly in colour and absorption and are free of distortion and imperfection. Optimal lens colours are gray, which does not modify colours, green or brown. Wrap-around frames provide added UV protection for bright environments. Other features of sunglasses can include polarizing lenses, which reflect glare, and are good for skiers, boaters and cyclists.
Buying sunglasses Don't always be fooled by stick-on UV labels on lenses. To be sure non-photochromic lenses block enough light, try them on in front of a mirror. If you can see your eyes easily through the lenses, the lenses probably aren't dark enough.
Photochromic lenses darken or lighten with the amount of light present and may be useful if weather conditions keep changing.
Hold the sunglasses at arm's length; look through them at a straight line in the distance, such as the edge of a door. Slowly move the lens across the line. If the straight edge distorts, sways, curves or moves, the lens has imperfections.
Mirror coatings are best for intense glare (such as water), and wrap-around frames block more glare, wind and debris around the sides of the eyes.
The bottom line is to look for sunglasses that block 99 - 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays and 75 - 90 percent of visible light. Essential Tenerife
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LIFESTYLE Effects of the Sun As you relax on your favourite beach here in Tenerife this summer, or maybe lounge around the hotel pool, and you put on the sunscreen to protect your skin, don't forget sunglasses to protect your eyes. The same harmful rays that damage skin can also increase your risk of developing eye problems, such as cataracts, a clouding of the eye's lens that develops over years.
In the short-term, people who spend long hours on the beach without adequate eye protection can develop photokeratitis, a reversible sunburn of the cornea. This painful condition can result in temporary loss of vision. When sunlight reflects off the beaches or clear blue waters of Tenerife’s coastline, it can further increases exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation considerably. These invisible high-energy rays lie just beyond the violet end of the visible light spectrum. Everyone is at risk for eye damage from the sun year-round. Fishermen, labourers, beach-goers, and others who spend time in the sun for extended periods are at highest risk.
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Enjoy your time in the sun but don’t forget to protect your eyes from the damaging effects it can have
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Mick Hucknell and his band Simply Red have chosen Tenerife and the Golf Costa Adeje venue for their last concert in Spain on their “Farewell Tour�. This unique event held on the South of the Island, will herald the final goodbye to this historic band after more than 25 years on the music scene and dozens of chart-topping hits. Date : July 20th 2010 Time : 22:00
Venue : Golf Costa Adeje, Tenerife Entrance : Prices from 40 euros
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Protect your eyes from the damaging effects of the sun UV radiation in sunlight is commonly divided into UVA and UVB, and your sunglasses should block both forms. Don't assume that you get more UV protection with pricier sunglasses or glasses with a darker tint. Look for a label that specifically states that the glasses offer 99 percent to 100 percent UV protection. Sunglasses should be dark enough to reduce glare, but not dark enough to distort colours and affect the recognition of traffic signals. Tint is mainly a matter of personal preference. People who wear contact lenses that offer UV protection should still wear sunglasses. Children also should wear sunglasses. They shouldn't be toy sunglasses, but real sunglasses that indicate the UV-protection level just as with adults. Polycarbonate lenses are generally recommended for children because they are the most shatter-resistant. Experts say that wearing sunglasses reduces the risk of eye damage due to sun exposure, but doesn't completely eliminate it. Even with glasses of 100 percent UV protection, light still enters from the sides and can be reflected into the eye. Some people choose sunglasses that wrap all the way around. A hat with a wide brim can also help block sunlight that comes in from overhead.
It is better to be safe than suffer long term eye damage in the future.
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LIFESTYLE Pimientos Rellenos de Atun - Red Peppers Stuffed with Tuna A "tapa" that is light and easy, and there is no cooking required in this dish! A great dish for the summer or anytime you want to prepare an appetizer quickly. Tuna mixed with a bit of green onion and olives, then stuffed into roasted red peppers. What could be simpler!
Ingredients 1 can whole roasted red peppers (pimientos de piquillo) or approximately 10 peppers 12 oz. tuna in oil, drained 15 pitted black olives 4 small green onions 1 small artichoke heart 2 sprigs of parsley 1 tsp of sherry vinegar (or white vinegar) 1/2 tsp sweet spanish paprika 2 tbsp olive oil
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Step by step Preparation Time: 12 minutes Drain the canned peppers and pat dry with a paper towel. (Note. If you can’t find large tins of roasted peppers, you can easily pre-prepare you’re own by coating some de-seeded bell peppers lightly with olive oil and placing on a baking tray in a medium oven for 15-20 minutes). Slice the olives. Drain the tuna. In a small bowl, break the tuna into flakes using a fork. Chop green onions, artichokes and parsley, add to the tuna and olives. Sprinkle with vinegar and sweet paprika. Drizzle oil on top and mix thoroughly.
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Carefully open each pepper and spoon in the tuna mixture. Arrange on a serving plate. Garnish with the parsley sprig, if desired. Serving Suggestion Serve on a bed of salad with a slice of lemon or with sliced rustic style bread. Serves 4-5 as an appetizer or a light starter course, and is great as for parties or barbecues. Essential Tenerife
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Blame it on the ball! So, here we are, at the time of going to press, the World Cup has finally taken shape, and it’s left to the last eight in the competition to fight it out. After a somewhat slow start, finally, we have had some exceptional matches, some fantastic goals, but still we have had the continual mumblings about the controversial “Jabulani” ball. Although we are reliably informed that the engineering that went into making this year’s World Cup ball is the best that geometry, materials science and aerodynamics will allow, many players, particularly goalkeepers, remain to be convinced.
the eye's ability to see and track the ball even when it was only a few pixels on the screen.
Adidas have been making FIFA's World Cup balls for four decades, since it developed the Telstar for the 1970 tournament in Mexico. The Telstar's design became the archetypal, iconic soccer ball: a sphere of 32 hexagons and pentagons, said to be the roundest ball possible at the time. Also, the alternating black and white panels created great visual contrast on the televisions of the day, improving
However, the many hand-stitched seams turned out to be a problem, as they create corners, and kicking one produces different results than kicking a panel, which can alter the ball's trajectory. The seams also absorb water, making the ball heavier and much less responsive in certain conditions. Also, hand-stitching makes each ball different, and with the constant interchanging of balls every time it goes out of play during the game, the differences, however subtle, are hardly helpful.
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Sport: World Cup Special The next three decades offered minor improvements to the 32-panel design, but gradually leather gave way to plastic, which absorbed less, and thus both ball and flight performance improved over incrementally over these years. In 2002, the Fevernova ball, built for the World Cup in Japan and Korea, brought the first major change, with the plastic panels being thermally bonded together for the first time. Now totally sealed, this ball didn't absorb any water or change weight, making it bounce much truer.
During the design process, the engineers also discovered that a completely smooth, seamless surface made the ball fly through the air extremely poorly. The seams create turbulence that assists flight stability, so grooves were kept between the bonded panels to stabilise the ball in flight.
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Sport It wasn’t me...
In 2006, the World Cup in Germany introduced the 14-panel Teamgeist ball, where the increase in panel surface meant more kickable area, with just enough grooves for flight stability. Although goalkeepers complained about the faster movement of the new design, strangely strikers seemed to like it. This year's Jabulani ball, four years in the making, has had all players crying foul, even the outfield players, who claim it’s apparent lightness make iy difficult not to overhit a cross or prevent a shot flying over the bar. However, it’s the almost imperceptable movement in flight that has goalkeepers returning to the dressing-room, heads bowed.
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Algeria's 1-0 defeat to Slovenia on one of the first few days of the competition was memorable only for Robert Koren's shot which goalkeeper Farouzi Chaouchi allowed to bounce past him. Also, England goalkeeper Robert Green's howler in allowing Clint Dempsey's shot to squirm through his grip in the 1-1 draw with the USA was also blamed on the ball. However, the Jabulani was used in this year's African Nations Cup, as well as Germany's Bundesliga, so much of the negative reaction could simply be the players not being used to it. Then there is the additional factor of some of the games being played at altitude, which has different effects to that at sea level
World Cup Special It was the ball...
Makers Adidas have reduced the panel count to 8, making it geometrically the roundest ball ever. The surface of the panels are still bonded thermally, and have a texture in the form of a tenth of a millimetre of dots and dashes, which improves grip and breaks the surface tension of any water on the ball. This actually gets the water off faster than if the surface were smooth, assists flight stability and keeps the ball's weight as constant as possible.
The designers say they worked hard to create the most neutral ball they could, which reacts solely to the actions of the player, so maybe it is simply the difference which is causing the problems, as players were so used to the characteristics of the old ball. Time, and practice, will surely cause the protestations to die down, but whether the Jabulani ball will have the longevity of it’s predecessors, and stay around until the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, remains to be seen.
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World Cup Special “So, here we are, at the time of going to press, the World Cup has finally taken shape, and the original 32 teams have been reduced to the last eight in the competition to fight it out.�
Quarter-final Matches 2 Jul, 15:00 QF1 2 Jul, 19:30 QF2 3 Jul, 15:00 QF3 3 Jul, 19:30 QF4
Holland v Brazil Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Port Elizabeth Uruguay v Ghana First National Bank Stadium, Johannesburg Argentina v Germany Green Point Stadium, Cape Town Paraguay v Spain Coca-Cola Park, Johannesburg
Semifinal Matches 6 Jul, 19:30 SF1 Winner of QF2 v Winner of QF1 7 Jul, 19:30 SF2 Winner of QF3 v Winner of QF4
Green Point Stadium, Cape Town Durban Stadium, Durban
Third-place play-off 10 Jul, 19:30 Loser of SF1 v Loser of SF2
Nelson Mandela Stadium, Port Elizabeth
FINAL 11 Jul, 19:30 Winner of SF1 v Winner of SF2
First National Stadium, Johannesburg
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Motoring
Lancia, partner and official car of the "Taormina Film Festival 2010" On the beautiful Mediterranean island of Sicily, Lancia partnered and was the official car of the "Taormina Film Festival held June 12 to 18 in the wonderful setting of the Teatro Antico in Taormina, one of the most important monuments in Sicily. Also this year Lancia is a partner of the 2010 "Silver Ribbon", the prestigious award from the National Union of Italian Film Journalists.
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Also on show at the event was the special Delta Hard Black “autographed by celebrities from the entertainment world and the film industry� at the recent Cannes Film Festival.
The Lancia Delta "Hard Black"
Now in its 56th edition, the film festival is a great showcase of major film premieres from around the world. In addition, the Festival has become over the years a multi-faceted event which has discovered many talents, and is a meeting point between directors, actors, experts and enthusiasts.
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Motoring Actor Colin Firth and his wife Livia Giuggioli arrive at Taormina Film Festival 2010
Lancia provided the organization with a fleet of Lancia Delta "Hard Black" cars to accompany personalities and movie stars as they moved to Taormina. Characterized by some important innovations, the special series "Hard Black", an exclusive body colour with matte treatment combined with gloss black roof, is the first mass produced car to have this original painting process which takes over 4 hours per car. Moreover, the new Delta model is not just about aesthetics, but is part of a product philosophy that has among its constituent parts elegance, glamor, personality, style and maximum customization. The Lancia Delta "Hard Black" is available with engines from 200 bhp 1.8 Di TurboJet Sportronic and 1.9 Twin Turbo 190 HP and the list price for both versions, is 31,300 euros.
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Taormina Film Festival
Actor Robert De Niro Arrives at Taormina Film Fest
In attendence of the film festival were stars, directors and producers from both Italian and European cinema, plus worldwide celebrities such as American actor Robert De Nero and the well-known British actor Colin Firth. With the sponsorship of the Taormina Film Festival, Lancia is consolidating its ties with the world of cinema, a very close relationship as shown by both the direct participation of its cars in some famous films of the medium, including the recent "Angels & Demons", as well as a series of commercials starring the world-famous actor Richard Gere.
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TENERIFE GUIDE
Places to visit Santa Cruz Los Cristianos Las Americas Las Galletas Vilaflor Icod de los vinos Puerto de la Cruz Los Abrigos El Medano Guimar Candelaria Los Gigantes Masca Playa San Juan La Orotava Mount Teide National Park
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Los Cristianos
Costa del Silencio
Las Galletas
TENERIFE GUIDE Los Cristianos One of the most popular resorts in the entire Canary Islands, and just 16 km west of the airport. With the wonderful golden sand beaches situated around the harbour, the town has managed to retain some of the character of its original fishing village whist developing into one of the largest tourist areas on the Island. There are plenty of things to do, from the pleasure cruises, glass-bottomed boats, and ferries to neighbouring islands, as well as sun-bathing, watersports, then relaxing in the vast array of pubs, clubs and restaurants, all within walking distance.
Mount Teide National Park At a height of 3,720 metres, the summit of Mount Teide is the highest point of the Canary Islands, and the surrounding area was declared a National Park in 1954. Roads through the park allow visitors to drive across old lava fields and sample the lunarlike landscape within the old crater at around 2,100 metres above sea-level with El Teide dominating the centre. It is possible to access within 200 metres of the summit of this dormant vocano by cable car, and view the surrounding peaks, some of which are evidence of more recent volcanic activity.
Playa de las Americas Very much a purpose built resort, Las Americas has grown to become Tenerife's biggest and most popular holiday destination. From it’s clean man-made sandy beaches to it’s hundreds of quality hotels and first class facilities, this is truly a sun worshipper's idea of paradise. Everyone is catered for with a wealth of beach, sea and leisure activities, and there is something for all the family with the Aquapark and new Siam Water Kingdom all within walking distance of as many bars, restaurants and clubs as you are ever likely to need.
Vilaflor High above the coast of southern Tenerife, yet just an hours drive away, Vilaflor is a beautiful village famous for its wine, cheese and spring water, as well as being the highest village in Tenerife. On the road to Mount Teide, it offers spectacular views, as well as local scenery, arts and crafts.
Las Galletas Located on the south coast between Los Cristianos and the airport, Las Galletas is a typical Canarian village with narrow streets, beach front promenade, picturesque harbour and a cafe style pedestrian centre. There is a small, natural beach by the side of the fishing boats, which supply the daily fish market and excellent local restaurants, both here and in the adjoining neighbourhoods that make up Tenbel and Costa del Silencio.
Icod de los vinos Site of the 1,000 year old Drago (Dragon) Tree, the oldest and largest in existence, situated next to the plaza of the Iglesia de San Marcos. Puerto de la Cruz The oldest resort in the Canary Islands, located on the northern coast, this town was the birthplace of tourism in the Canaries and still has a lot to offer. It is more traditional, in contrast with the more modern resorts of the south, and is certainly greener, with a variety of botanical gardens due to the north’s more temperate climate. Home to a number of buildings of historical and artistic value, it is also the site of one of the islands most famous tourist attractions, the Loro Parque. Essential Tenerife
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Las Chafiras
Golf del Sur
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TENERIFE GUIDE Santa Cruz Tenerife's vibrant capital city, set in the north-east corner of the island, offers a cosmopolitan blend of culture, heritage, beaches and classical architecture. Santa Cruz is a wonderful mix of old and new, with its museums, parks, plazas, art, fine dining, and of course shopping, which means it really does have something for everyone to enjoy. Santa Cruz is also the home of a dazzling array of festivals, events, and venues for those wishing to inject a bit of culture into their holiday. As well as being the site for one of the biggest carnivals in the world, its amazing sights number amongst it the magnificent Auditorio de Tenerife, home to the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra. Los Abrigos A traditional fishing village situated between Las Chafiras and El Medano. It has a fantastic selection of seafood restaurants around the picturesque harbour where the local fishing boats drop off their catch daily.
El Medano A small town on the south coast just 5km east of Los Abrigos, Medano is famous for its long, natural, sandy beaches and offshore breezes, making it the ideal spot for wind and watersport enthusiasts. The centre and boardwalk area mingle health and surf shops with seafront cafes, and is a very popular resort with the locals.
Guimar A quiet town set in the valley of Guimar to the east of the island, it has a reputation as the perfect spot for a slice of “rural” tourism. More recently, the mysterious stone pyramids on the outskirts of the town, attracted the interest of the author and world famous explorer Thor Heyerdahl, who has researched similar structures in Mexico and Peru, and his exhibition on the site of the “pyramids” has become a huge tourist attraction. Candelaria Just south of the capital SantaCruz, Candelaria is a popular tourist destination of historical and religious significance, as the home of the Basilica and the Black Madonna, and the town's main plaza with its beach and Guanche statues. Essential Tenerife
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TENERIFE GUIDE Los Gigantes A beautiful resort on the west coast of the island set on a hillside next to the towering cliffs from which it gets its name. From the natural beach made up of black volcanic sand, to the idyllic marina with its yachts, excursion boats, cafes and bars, or on to the small shops and restaurants tucked away in the narrow streets, this fantastic resort has someting for everyone.
Playa San Juan A bustling seaside and fishing village on the road to Los Gigantes, Playa San Juan has undergone some development in recent years. It retains a working harbour, two beaches, the second of which is a new sandy beach, and a long promenade with shops and restaurants serving traditional food and of course, fresh fish every day. It is also close to the fantastic premier Abama golf and spa resort.
Masca A popular and picturesque tourist spot situated in the more mountainous area to the north west of the island, with an impressive gorge that leads down to the sea. Noted for its scenery, and ideal for hiking.
La Orotava An historic town in the north of the island, notable for its typical Canarian architecture, monuments, and culture. Set in the valley from which it takes its name, its most notable landmark is the Casa de los Balcones which epitomises the island's heritage.
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HOMESTYLE Get the designer look in your house or apartment The good news is that todays design trends, let you get away with almost anything. The bad news is that because of the eclectic choice available to us we can all go a little over the top at times. Today, we’re encouraged to be slightly quirky and let our individuality show through. If you want to paint your lounge chocolate brown, cerise and gold like an exhibit room in a museum, go ahead and do it. Although some of your friends will think you’ve gone slightly mad, they’ll probably admire you for having the nerve to try something different and bold. But it also pays to show a little restraint and planning. Don’t risk turning your beautiful room into a design nightmare! Don’t be too predictable We’ve all seen those perfect furniture adverts, with their matching sofas and recliners, twin end tables with two identical and very expensive lamps. It’s easy to go along with something like this, there’s no risk because you’ve already seen it looks great in the adverts. But don’t fall for the predictability of this type of design, if you don’t inject a bit of personality into the room it becomes predictable and dull.
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Give your apartment the designer treatment It’s all very well applying this advice to houses, but what about apartments? Giving your apartment that designer touch, especially if you’re only renting, can be a problem. But there are plenty of tricks that will make all the difference, even if you aren’t allowed to make holes in, or change the colour of the white walls.
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The walls and floors are already taken care of, so invest your money in the clever use of furnishings, rugs, art, accessories, lighting and plants. That way if you move, you can take it all with you. Get maximum design mileage from your accessories and greenery by using up-lighters for instant lighting ambiance. Try coloured bulbs as well. If you’re not allowed to put holes in the walls, there are plenty of products
available from hardware stores, such as velcro and heavy duty double sided stickers. So no excuse for not getting some stunning large artwork up on the walls. Another good tip is to buy some inexpensive, decorative knobs/door handles. This way you can add colour, metal, wood or ceramic design and stamp your personality on a room. When you leave the apartment, simply unscrew them and replace the originals.
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If you’ve inherited sofas and chairs that have seen better days, cover them with simple throws and add extra colour with lots of overstuffed colourful cushions. Tables in furnished apartments can be another eyesore, again cover them with fabric. Even a coffee table can look good with the addition of a colourful runner, place mats, or set on a matching rug.
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Moving on to the windows The type of dressing you choose for windows should depend on these factors:Do I need privacy? Does privacy need to be partial or total? Is filtered sunlight okay? Do I want as much sunlight as possible? Do I have a good view I would like to frame? Do I want function only, or both function and window decoration? Do I want to block out the view through the window? Do I want the window(s) to be a decorative focal point in the room? How important is the ease of control? Will I be moving and want to take them with me?
STYLE Once you’ve decided on the objective for your window treatment, your options for choice become more manageable. Soft treatments are just what the name describes… fabric window treatments. Hard treatments are blinds, shades, and shutters. Each has a very distinctive purpose, so think this through carefully. Fabric choices and trims can add thousands of different looks and possibilities. Patterned fabric, solids, textures, stripes, plaids, sheers, semi-sheers, etc. can all become the most dazzling window treatments. Your taste, style, colour scheme and the above requirements should all be taken into consideration. If you’re likely to be moving apartments, consider using styles that will work with lots of different window styles and sizes. Such as: tab tops, shirred panels and valances. These styles are easy for the do-ityourselfer, and will easily convert to a new apartment or home.
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There are many ways to give your windows a fabulous new look, even small windows can create a huge impact with the right treatment.
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If there is one place in the home where it’s usually a safe bet to play with colour, it’s with the curtain fabric. You don’t have to stick with safe neutrals, go for bright and bold colours if you love them. A professional designer should always be able to throw new insight and light to your window treatments. But with a little design savvy and forward planning, you could be matching those top magazine treatments yourself. Before you decide on your new window treatment, spend plenty of time browsing. There are thousands of web sights devoted to window treatments, you could look at these for inspiration. Take the time to visit fabric stores. Pay a visit to an interior design studio, they’ll be pleased to make suggestions. If possible, take photographs and measurements of your room and take these with you. For example, if your window has a really great view, it could be framed like a picture.
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Don't be afraid to use colour. You don’t have to always play it safe with neutrals. Mixing different colourful fabrics, is a simple way to inject style and colour to a room. If bright colours aren’t your thing and you feel safer using neutral shades, then vary the texture of the fabrics. Subtle colours in rich silks mixed with sheer voiles for example, will match any decor and bring instant style to any room.
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Use a corner to your advantage. In homes with wall space between two corner windows, use panels or drapes with one side pulled to the left, the other to the right. Panels meet in the corner for the dramatic look of one continuous window. In rooms where windows meet with very little wall space in between, roman blinds or shades are a great solution. When closed, the windows appear as bold bands of colour; when open, the blinds virtually disappear for an unobstructed view..
Big impact for small windows Small windows needn’t look unattractive. One terrific way to make small windows appear larger and more dramatic is by using light-colored fabrics that start well above the window and drape gently on the floor. If you have the room to expand either side, then narrow windows should have panels or curtains that are significantly wider than the window. Use detail in the poles, finials and brackets to further enhance the width. Design in stages. If your dream windows are a little out of your financial reach right now , don't fret. Designing windows is an evolving process that doesn't have to be finished all at once. Privacy and light control are really important in any house, so focus on installing cheap, functional blinds and shades in neutral colours that will act as the foundation for your window masterpieces later.
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Get the designer look Add a Rug! Not only do rugs add a cozy feel to all those floor tiles, but they can define a space, change a colour scheme, cheer up a room, add personality and drama with minimal expense and effort. Don’t think you’ve got to spend a fortune, rugs can be found at discount shops, auctions and even car boot sales for very reasonable prices.
And so to bed. How we dress our beds is an important element to the decorating of any bedroom. There are so many different ways and styles to utilize. The bed should be the focal point of any bedroom, so your bedding choices and decorations are hugely important to the overall design of the room. Accent pillows are an important and valuable decorating asset for your designer bedroom. They are an inexpensive way to balance colour, pattern and create personality, and with clever use of fabrics can make the bed the stunning focal point of any room.
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Your Monthly Horoscope ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Your pioneering spirit awakens this month, and not just with a fresh sense of opportunity. You have the chance of a lifetime to break free from your past and make headway toward positive change. You are being given a glimpse of your future, but it's up to you to battle insecurities and change this vision into reality. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) The future is coming up fast this month, offering you a glimpse at what's coming next in life. You are being challenged to break from the past now, and should feel the motivation to transform yourself and your way of thinking to start reaching for your dreams. Fresh ideas abound, yet you still must maintain discipline in your finances and other resources. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You may feel disoriented as you adjust to the major shifts and changes this month brings. Conflict is provoked when the old battles with the new, and unfortunately this can't be cured by any particular course of action. Still, you can expect the pace of your life to kick up a notch now, but there may be so much to do that it's tricky to keep up with it all. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your attention is drawn to your career this month, and restlessness about your job could provoke you to do battle with others or seek a totally new profession. Just think twice before you leap in any direction. If you don't act right away, the near future brings plenty of chances to pull the trigger of professional change. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) There's great potential for change this month, as long as you remain open to what lies ahead. As obstacles drop away and you are able to see the bigger picture, you must prioritize your choices so you don't become so overwhelmed that you end up doing nothing at all. Luckily, it should be easier to narrow your focus now and concentrate your physical energy toward the actions you choose. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Major opportunities can come and go in a flash, so grab them while you can. You must keep pace with the movers and shakers of the world now, and should, thankfully, receive a boost of energy this month. But it's time to take the initiative and begin new projects rather than using your newfound energies to simply defend what you already have.
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What’s in store for you? LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You are finally free from the oppression of details, and are able to capitalize on the present moment. Unusual people come into your life now to open your mind to unorthodox ideas and exciting new ways of interacting. Yet while your horizons are being broadened, you could feel so overwhelmed that you'd rather go into hiding or flee all together. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) June kicks off an exciting three-month period of brand new work opportunities and a chance to develop new skills. Becoming a more effective team player is necessary as you're forced to deal with uncooperative colleagues or unexpected crises. Just beware forging ahead blindly, as romantic or financial schemes that arise now could prove to be unrealistic. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) This is a month for taking chances and having fun. Love is in the air now, and there's opportunity to improve your relationships thanks to a boost in your selfconfidence. New ideas and unconventional, spontaneous people are set to enter your life, and you're ready for the ride, but don't lose sight of the most practical issues. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Powerful changes are brewing this month while you're busy dealing with a million-and-one tasks at work and at home. You may feel inspired to relocate, redecorate or even launch your own business now, but you'll need to manage details carefully. It’s all about thinking outside the box and making bold moves. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) This month offers a shocking glimpse at what's ahead in life, not just in your distant future, but also the immediate present, as your long-term goals seem close enough to touch now. Restrictions fall away and you're able to change your outmoded habits to obtain a much broader perspective, yet all this enthusiasm is no excuse to shirk responsibilities or run out on promises. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) There are big money-making ideas floating out there this month, and you feel the urge to shake the money tree. As you catch sight of a new path to professional fulfillment, be sure to analyze your facts carefully, since reckless behavior is a possibility now
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If it’s your birthday this month . . . Jul 1st: Princess Diana (1961) Dan Ackroyd (1952) Liv Tyler (1977) Carl Lewis (1961) Sydney Pollack (1934) Pamela Anderson (1967) Deborah Harry (1945) Ruud van Nistelrooy (1976) 2nd: Jerry Hall (1956) Imelda Marcos (1931) 3rd: Tom Cruise (1962) Tom Stoppard (1937) Franz Kafka (1883) Ken Russell (1927) 4th: Louis B. Mayer (1885) Eva Marie Saint (1924) Neil Simon (1927) Gina Lollobrigida (1927) 5th: P.T. Barnum (1810) Huey Lewis (1951) 6th: Bill Haley (1925) Sylvester Stallone (1946) Janet Leigh (1927) George W. Bush (1946) Jennifer Saunders (1958) Dalai Lama (1935) 7th: Chagall (1887) Pierre Cardin (1922) Ringo Starr (1940) Gustav Mahler (1860) 8th: Kevin Bacon (1958) Anjelica Huston (1951) Marty Feldman (1933) 9th: Tom Hanks (1956) Courtney Love (1965) O.J. Simpson (1947) 10th: Arthur Ashe (1943) Max von Sydow (1929) Neil Tennant (1954) Jessica Simpson (1980) 11th: Giorgio Armani (1935) Suzanne Vega (1959) 12th: Bill Cosby (1937) Christine McVie (1943) Cheryl Ladd (1951) Yul Brynner (1920) 13th: Harrison Ford (1942) Patrick Stewart (1940) Cameron Crowe (1957) ErnÜ Rubik (1944) 14th: William Hanna (1910) Ingmar Bergman (1918) Harry Dean Stanton (1926) Gerald Ford (1913) 15th: Forest Whitaker (1961) Rembrandt (1606) Linda Ronstadt (1946) 16th: Barbara Stanwyck (1907) Roald Amundsen (1872) Ginger Rogers (1911) Margaret Court (1942) 68
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17th: Haile Selassie (1892) Diahann Carroll (1935) Donald Sutherland (1934) James Cagney (1899) David Hasselhoff (1952) 18th: Nelson Mandela (1918) Elizabeth McGovern (1961) Hume Cronyn (1911) John Glenn (1921) Vin Diesel (1967) 19th: Edgar Degas (1834) Lizzie Borden (1860) Anthony Edwards (1962) Brian May (1947) 20th: Carlos Santana (1947) Sir Edmund Hillary (1919) Diana Rigg (1938) Natalie Wood (1938) 21st: Ernest Hemingway (1899) Robin Williams (1952) Josh Hartnett (1978) Cat Stevens (1948) 22nd: Danny Glover (1947) Albert Brooks (1947) Don Henley (1947) Willem Dafoe (1955) Terence Stamp (1939)
Who do you share yours with . . . 23rd: Woody Harrelson (1961) Raymond Chandler (1888) 24th: Amelia Earhart (1897) Jennifer Lopez (1971) Alexander Dumas (1802) Lynda Carter (1951) Anna Paquin (1982) 25th: Matt Le Blanc (1967) Walter Brennan (1894) 26th: Mick Jagger (1943) George Bernard Shaw (1856) Stanley Kubrick (1928) Helen Mirren (1945) Sandra Bullock (1964) Blake Edwards (1922) Jason Robards(1922) Kevin Spacey (1959) Kate Beckinsale (1973) 27th: Norman Lear (1922 ) Bobby Gentry (1944) 28th: Beatrix Potter (1866) Jacqueline Onassis (1929) 29th: Benito Mussolini (1883) Rasputin (1871) Clara Bow (1905) 30th: Henry Ford (1863) Emily Bronte (1818) Peter Bogdanovich (1939) Arnold Schwarzenegger (1947) Hilary Swank (1974) Lisa Kudrow (1963) Laurence Fishburne (1961) Kate Bush 31st: Bill Berry (1958) Wesley Snipes (1958) Jean Reno (1948) (1962) J.K. Rowling (1965)
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Famous days in July in Spanish History 0711-07-09 - Berbers under Tarik-ibn Ziyad occupies North Spain 1212-07-16 - Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa; end of Moslem power in Spain 1572-07-19 - Battle at Saint-Ghislain: Spanish army beats The Genlis' mercenaries 1577-07-24 - Spanish army/German mercenaries conquer Namur 1583-07-17 - Spanish & Walloon troops conquer Dunkerk 1584-07-10 - Spanish army leader Richebourg conquerors Liefkenshoek, Belgium 1588-07-29 - Attacking Spanish Armada defeated & scattered by English defenders >>> 1630-07-18 - Spanish troops occupy Mantua 1647-07-07 - People's uprising against high prices & Spanish rule in Naples 1674-07-01 - Spain, France & Netherlands form Triple Alliance 1686-07-09 - Germany, Sweden & Spain signs anti-French League of Augsburg 1715-07-30 - Spanish gold & silver fleet disappears off St Lucie, Florida 1731-07-22 - Spain signs Treaty of Vienna 1795-07-27 - Spain & France sign peace treaty 1797-07-25 - Horatio Nelson loses more than 300 men and his right arm during the failed conquest of Tenerife >>> 1801-07-12 - Battle at Algeciras: British fleet beats French & Spanish 1809-07-16 - The city of La Paz, in what is today Bolivia, declared its independence from Spanish Crown and formed the Junta Tuitiva, the first independent government in Spanish America 1809-07-27 - Battle at Talavera: British/Spanish army vs French army 1810-07-20 - Colombia declares independence from Spain 1811-07-05 - Venezuela, 1st South American country to gain independence from Spain 1812-07-22 - Duke of Wellington defeats French at Battle of Salamanca, Spain >>> 1816-07-09 - Argentina declares independence from Spain 1821-07-17 - Spain cedes Florida to US 1821-07-28 - Peru declares independence from Spain 1892-07-07 - Katipunan: the Revolutionary Philippine Brotherhood is established leading to the fall of the Spanish Empire in Asia 70
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Famous days in July in Spanish History 1898-07-03 - US Navy defeats Spanish fleet in Santiago harbour, Cuba >>> 1898-07-17 - Spanish American War-Spaniards surrender to US at Santiago, Cuba 1898-07-21 - Spain cedes Guam to US 1933-07-28 - Spain recognizes the USSR 1936-07-17 - Military uprising under General Franco begins Spanish civil war 1936-07-24 - Gen Mola & Cabanellas form Spanish anti-govt 1936-07-26 - The Axis Powers decide to intervene in the Spanish Civil War 1937-07-01 - Spanish bishops support Franco & fascists 1937-07-26 - End of the Battle of Brunete in the Spanish Civil War >>> 1947-07-09 - Spain votes for Franco monarchy 1996-07-20 - In Spain, an ETA bomb at an airport kills 35 1997-07-10 - Spain, Partido Popular member Miguel ﾃ］gel Blanco is kidnapped in the Basque city of Ermua by ETA members, sparking widespread protests 2005-07-03 - The national law legalizing same-sex marriage takes effect in Spain
Famous Spanish Birthdays 1478-07-22 - Philip I, (the Handsome), 1st Habsburg King of Spain (1504-06) 1545-07-08 - Don Carlos, son of the Spanish King Philip II 1783-07-24 - Simon Bolﾃｭvar, freed 6 Latin American republics from Spanish rule >>> 1789-07-06 - Maria Isabella of Spain, queen of the Two Sicilies 1926-07-04 - Alfredo Di Stﾃｩfano, Argentine-Spanish footballer 1936-07-30 - Infanta Pilar of Spain
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Famous Spanish Birthdays 1938-07-28 - Luis Aragonﾃｩs, Spanish football manager 1942-07-14 - Javier Solana, Spanish European Union foreign policy chief 1964-07-16 - Miguel Indurain, Spanish bicyclist (Tour de France winner 1991-95) 1981-07-29 - Fernando Alonso, Spanish Formula 1 Driver >>>
Famous Spanish Deaths 1521-07-15 - Juan Ponce de Leﾃｳn, Spanish Explorer (b. 1458) 1527-07-28 - Rodrigo de Bastidas, Spanish conquistador 1538-07-08 - Diego de Almagro, Spanish conquistador (Chile/Peru) 1541-07-04 - Pedro de Alvarado, Spanish occupier 1645-07-22 - Gaspar de Guzman, premier of Spain (1621-43), dies at 58 1683-07-30 - Maria Theresa of Spain, queen of Louis XIV of France (b. 1638) 1746-07-09 - Philip V, French King of Spain (1700-46), dies at 62 >>> 1795-07-03 - Antonio de Ulloa, Spanish general and governor of Louisiana 1844-07-28 - Joseph Bonaparte, older brother of Napoleon I and King of Naples and Spain (b. 1768) 1976-07-16 - Carmelo Soria, Spanish diplomat assassinated by the Chilean DINA 1994-07-29 - Francisco Veguillas, Spanish general, murdered at 68 1997-07-13 - Miguel ﾃ］gel Blanco, Spanish politician (b. 1968) 1999-07-06 - Joaquin Rodrigo, Spanish composer (b. 1901) >>> 2006-07-07 - Juan de ﾃ」alos, Spanish sculptor (b. 1911)
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