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European mobile roamers will see a big cut in the cost of roaming, with data charges dropping 55 percent or more compared to last summer. From the 1st of July new roaming charges within the EU will come into effect.. The rules apply to the EU 28 plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. They do not apply to Switzerland. Rates have been regulated by the European Commission since 2007, with a series of progressive changes. “Weak competition among national operators for roaming customers has, at times, led to excessive prices for these services,” an EU statement said when regulations first came into play. “High premiums for roaming and intra-EU calls are an excessive irritant to business and leisure customers; they
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are a market distortion with no rational place in a single market – they teach users to fear their phones instead of using them.” The latest round of cuts comes along with increased use of smartphones while traveling, and the EU issues an uncharacteristically enthusiastic statement. “It's a big summer sale courtesy of the European Commission! From 1 July 2014, the EU will cut the price caps for data downloads by more than half: down from 45 cents per megabyte to 20c/MB. It will become even cheaper to use maps, watch videos, check mails and update social networks while travelling across the EU,
2015. She hopes to win the support of national telecommunications ministers for that by the end of this year. “In 2014 we can finally say that the telco sector is getting the message about roaming,” Kroes said, adding that many companies are bringing in prices and plans below the price ceiling set by the Commission. While Kroes is confident that roaming fees will be gone forever by Christmas 2015, the fight continues, she said. “Now it is up to national governments to support what the overwhelming majority of Europeans want: a 100 percent end to roaming fees once and for all,” she said. Operators will not lose out on profits, while consumers
European mobile operators should offer free international roaming, following the example set by U.S. operator T-Mobile, a European Commission vice president said Monday. Neelie Kroes is ready to take the ultimate step of abolishing roaming charges entirely by late
will see no increase in prices elsewhere, Kroes said. Cutting roaming prices will lead travellers to make more use of mobile phones when abroad; resulting in more revenue for operators than before the roaming price caps were introduced, she added.
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July 2014 has arrived and although the sport still dominates my weekly note there are many other things I would like to tell you about. With the England team home the only Englishman left at the World Cup was Howard Webb, one of the Premierships most popular referees and what a good job he undertook on Saturday night with Brazil clinging onto their place in the final stages. For me it's all about Wimbledon Centre Court with the focal point being Andy Murray who I am cheering on every step of the way. Hot summer days welcome a cool and calming environment, where better than the beach, we see thousands of people each day flocking to the beaches in Benidorm but for the experience of a more
tranquil setting there are some amazing beaches set along the rest of the beautiful coast line. The place that I have had the pleasure of visiting recently is the beaches in the area of Villa Joyosa only a few kilometres from Benidorm and easily accessible by bus. There are ten beaches to choose from in Villa Joyosa, my choice was to visit the Bon Nou Beach to the south of Villajoyosa and also sometimes known as Bol Nou, it’s a nice sheltered bay with good sand and with a beach bar, known in Spain as a “Chiringuito”. Take a look at my photos and review on page 14 together with a full round up of the other nine award winning Blue Flag beaches. The other place to visit that I recommend for
stunning mountain views and a cooling environment are the water falls at Algar. Bus trips daily are available from Benidorm, visit the Round Town travel shops for more information. Wear sensible walking shoes because the steps to climb to the top of the falls are long and quite steep. For the younger generations it has to be Aqualandia Water Park in Benidorm, Wet and Wild are the only words available to describe the attraction. With over twenty rides to choose from a specialised area for the younger kids and of course the newest thrill "VERTIGO" the highest capsule slide in the World…Would you dare? Read my intro next week to find out if I had the stomach to take on this frightening experience… Don't forget to take with you a FREE VISTA CARD you can get amazing savings across the Costa Blanca. We have now put on page 29 a sum-
mary of the most recent VISTA CARD offers and promotions for the season, we are delighted to announce our VISTA CARD Summer promotion with Terra Mitica, Mundomar and Aqualandia you can now save 6€ per adult and 4€ per child at the entrance of the parks. Get your Free VISTA CARD today you can go into any of the participating outlets just ask for your FREE VISTA CARD. If you can't always get a copy of the Weekly Buzz you can read every issue online at www.vistacostablanca.com You can visit us at the press office in the indoor market aisle 6 and bring us your local news also business owners can come along to place their adverts in next week’s issue. Call us on 965 020 250 or e mail buzz@vistacostablanca.com. Have a great wee, Marco
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SMELL THE EL SCORCHIO DOUGH
Major Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona has completed introducing a fresh bakery section in every one of its outlets this week. 303 extra workers have been hired in Alicante Province alone for the expansion, which is part of the company’s strategy of investing 26 million Euros to increase the range and quality of fresh products in every store. The expanded bakery range, freshly produced on the premises, include a wide range of breads, pastries, and cakes.
Spanish weather forecasters are predicting that the Costa Blanca and Costa Calida could be in for one of the warmest summers on record. State meteorological agency AEMET has made a long range projection that says that most of Spain will have average temperatures and rainfall for the next two months, but that the eastern part of the country will have values “several degrees above normal”. Meanwhile, spring temperatures for the Costa Blanca were some 1.2 degrees Celcius above the average, and it was the driest spring for over 20 years, with rainfall down by 57 per cent on normal values.
HOLA TOURIST TAX FOR BENI? EVERYBODY! Benidorm Mayor Agustin Navarro has been thinking of the possibility of introducing a tourist tax in Benidorm, which is used in various locations in Europe and even across the Atlantic in Miami, last week mayor of the East Coast, Tomás Pedro Regalado, visited Benidorm in a visit which aimed to share experiences between the two locations, and discussed how the adopted policy in Miami didn’t effect tourist numbers but still increased the economy. The mayor has stated that the possibilities will be studied and is something to think about for the future.
A record-breaking 21 million international tourists, including almost five million from the UK, visited Spain between January and May this year, which is just over eight per cent more than in the same period in 2013. Figures released by the Spanish government show that 6.8 million tourists came to the country in May alone. The Valencia region including the Costa Blanca welcomed just over two million foreign tourists during the first five months of the year, which is a rise of just over seven per cent on the same time last year
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Sport & Fitness Beach 2014
This Saturday on Poniente beach sport and fitness will be taking over! The event starts at 10.00am and goes on all day until the early evening around 7.00pm, everyone is more than welcome to come along and join in or to just spectate. Sport is huge in the area and bringing it down to the beach and into the community is always a big deal and it always turns into a party, music, food and drink and body art, with lots going on there is surely something for everyone and what is even better that it it’s totally free to take part! There will be Zumba, Pilates, Salsa, Volleyball and much more, the La Nucia Spartans will be supporting with an American Football demonstration and for anyone interested they are always looking
for more people to join their team, no matter you age, experience or gender the Spartans will be happy to have you. For More information see Facebook SPORT & FITNESS BEACH 2014 or call Vicky 673 580 883
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CUTTING THE RIBBON Despite the torrential downpour last week the doors to the new Iceland store were opened, the rain really was awful but it didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits, there was smiles all round and shoppers couldn’t wait to get inside and pick out all their favourite products from the UK. The store was opened together with the same friendly and helpful staff and management from the Finestrat
store alongside the company directors, they spoke with us last week telling us how important the move was for the group and for the benefit of their loyal customer base. The new store offers an expanded Grocery range as well as many new product lines, which includes changes to suit the Spanish market place this is easily noticeable in the beer and wine section where you will find a huge choice including Mahou which is one of the top beers here in Spain. The store can be found next to the Pink House in the Rincon, just past Benidorm Palace travelling away from Benidorm. The store is conveniently located along the main bus routes from Alfaz Del Pi, Albir, Altea and other areas and have also increased their opening hours, they are now open 7 days a week and also close later in the evening at 9.00pm most days.
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AIR TRAFFIC STRIKE EFFECTS MILLIONS Last week French air traffic controllers went on strike causing holiday havoc to millions of people on vacation bu8t to also the travel and tourism industry in general, with hotels, bars, restaurants, buses, shuttles and obviously airlines all taking a hit. People were left stranded in airports amongst thousands of others with flights being cancelled with no prior warning and families are left frustrated with the lack of information they are being given. Airport staff were unwilling, or unable to give out news on scheduled flights without any guarantees that the flight would actually take off, which actually happened to some aircraft as passengers were stuck on the runway for hours after boarding and unable to leave the aircraft. The strike effected travellers not just in France but also in the UK, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria with flights being cancelled Tuesday and Wednesday, luckily the Strike was called off before it really got out of hand. The scores of flights cancelled Wednesday included those of Air France and budget carriers EasyJet and Ryanair. The strike has been blasted by airlines and trade groups, with the International Air Transport Association condemning "unions bent on stopping progress" at the height of the tourist season in France and Europe. The strike which was supposed to go on for 6 days, was called off after marathon talks
and the government recognised the "importance of investment in the sector," said the Unsa-ICNA union which launched the protest. Over the first two days of the strike, EasyJet cancelled over 300 flight, Ryanair250 flights and British Airways over 30. Marketing chief of Ryanair, Kenny Jacobs, said EU governments had to step in and stop French air traffic controllers ‘holding people to ransom’ with their regular walk-outs: ‘It’s a disgrace,’ he said. ‘The French need to sort this out. Ronald Reagan had the right idea when he broke the air traffic controllers’ strike in the USA by sending in the military to run it. ‘Strike action by air traffic controllers should be made illegal. And if they do go on strike, neighbouring EU countries should be able to operate the airspace over France to keep planes flying.’
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SPICE OF LIFE INDIAN RESTURANT more.
Enjoy Benidorm's best Indian food in the most comfortable and an authentic surrounding; The Spice of Life is the original Indian Restaurant in Benidorm serving fine Indian food for over 14 years.
The menu is extensive, offering a complete range of the most popular Indian dishes including Tandoori mixed grill, Balti, Bhoona and Masala. Special offers include a complete meal for 2 for only 24.95€ or the deluxe menu for 2 is only 29.95€ other popular offers are buy any chicken dish & get the second dish free and also free bottle of house wine with a takeaway when you
spend 25€. Muhammad Ali is the owner and has made many friends over the years serving the customers with his personal service and hospitality. Looking at the trip advisor reviews it is certainly does show that the regular visitors the area just keep coming back to the Spice of Life year after year.
CUSTOMERS REVIEWS “Best indian cuisine restaurant in the area.” Reviewed 27 June 2014 I went there with my family during the holidays and it was really a nice experience. The food was delicious and spicy and the environment was outstanding. A really nice place to enjoy. “Great meal” Reviewed 15 June 2014 Great meal had by our family of 7,lovely clean restaurant good price deals on meal for 2 or 4 people,staff very nice and welcoming will b goin back next time in Benidorm “Good Food and good service” Reviewed 15 June 2014 We met up with my niece and her partner and 3 boys between 8 and 13 and we all enjoyed this restaurant. The staff make you feel so welcome and the food is excellent. You can eat comfortably in or out. Everything is served piping hot and nothing is too much trouble. My niece and family ate there several times over her holiday even though they were all inclusive in the hotel. I shall certainly go back for
“BIRTHDAY MEAL!!!!” Reviewed 8 June 2014 My Family of 8 adults and 3 babies went to the Spice of Life Restaurant in Benidorm for my Daughters Birthday on Sunday 1st of June we had been several months earlier for a similar event, once again the standard of service was excellent the table was waiting due to a mix up of numbers on our account they straight away adjusted the table layout to our requirements nothing to much trouble. Once again the food was superb, we had to travel 25 miles to the venue but would do it any time for this kind of service although i would advice people to book in advance it is not a requirement .Please give it a try you will enjoy the experience i'm sure. “Amazing!” Reviewed 8 June 2014 This restaurant is not worth missing, both the food and service were amazing. We were very lucky to get a table outside and the food did not fail to impress. I would recommend this place to everyone, great place for a nice peaceful meal. Easily the best Indian restaurant in the area! Thankyou!
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The Islands & Iberia Park Iberia Park opens its doors on Saturday, July 5th. The family leisure park that was born last year as an alternative to adrenaline attractions of Terra Mitica with great new features for all ages. Iberia Park has developed the first large spa area in a theme park. Covering over
1700 square meters of water, where the visitor can find different swimming pools, hot tubs, fountains and much, much more. This exclusive area is set in ancient Mediterranean baths surrounded by plants, trees and breath-taking dĂŠcor relevant to the era. Another novelty being introduced by the park this year from July 5th is a unique interactive attraction premiering for the first time in Europe. Through 3D technology, children can talk and become protagonists of the adventures of Captain Kidd, a small, a friendly pirate who will interact with hundreds of children as a hologram. Iberia Park offers more than a dozen family attractions among including the novelty, Syncope, the "little brother" of the dizzying
attraction Terra Mitica, Syncope, a large pendulum leaning more than 90 degrees while also spinning around. There is also nine entirely new shows for the family and a wonderful selection of new restaurants, the park will be open all year round and the park looks even more outstanding in the evening, you may be in the same place but the atmosphere is something else, with the ability to d i n e around s o m e wonderful lighting and dĂŠcor.
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SINATRAS, A TOUCH OF CLASS Sinatras is a very popular venue in the new town of Benidorm, which offers a combination of a disco, live music and cabaret. There's a wide selection of cabaret acts from 9pm each evening, with five shows per night on the hour, such as Neil St. John 'The Voice of Benidorm', Meatloaf Tribute, Kevin Holt, The Drifters tribute, Showaddy Waddy, Sister Act and Shaun Connelly as Tom Jones. There is also Soul Mowtown Reggae with Carlos and a Rod Stewart tribute from Ziggy. The live acts in Sinatra's perform until about 2.30am fol-
lowed by an adult show. Then there is a disco until late with the great resident DJ Simon who will keep you dancing into the early hours. The cabaret acts change in low season to appeal to the more mature audience plus there is bingo during the day in the winter months to keep you entertained! At the front of the venue there is a large outside terrace with a bar, perfect for those hot sunny days and great for people who like to have a cigarette in the evenings. You can find Sinatras just up from the British Square, opposite the Servigroup Hotel Orange you can’t miss it with the crowds
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heading straight into the bar after their dinner, music plays inside and out so you don’t miss the party if you’re enjoying yourself on the terrace in the warmer months it can be so popular people over pour onto the street. Sinatras is home of the biggest fancy dress party in Europe, this is where hundreds of people meet and start off a day to remember in November, when the British flock over with their favourite fancy dress costumers and party out on the street all day and night. This year join the party outside Sinatras on Thursday13th November!
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VILLAJOYOSA’S BEACHES Villajoyosa’s beaches are absolutely fantastic. Up and down the Costa Blanca coast you have many other, very good beaches but Villajoyosa’s are something special. All of Villajoyosa’s beaches have the European Blue Flag awards which indicate a good quality standard of beach and it's facilities. To the north of Villajoyosa you have Benidorm, a high-rise, huge, busy and mostly very loud tourist resort, Villajoyosa is the opposite, it retains its origins of a small fishing port which continues to trade to this day. The beaches are unspoilt by development, there are a wide variety of different types of beaches depending on your mood – quiet or active, there are fine wide sandy beaches and small coves offering privacy and wind-breaks. Villajoyosa does not attract mass package holiday tourists so it is very Spanish with few international tourists but don’t let this stop you from visiting, Villajoyosa is a taste of the real Spain and the beaches are most definitely worth coming on holiday for. Only in the summer do the Spanish flock to Villajoyosa’s beaches and even then because there are so many beaches you can always find a quiet spot away from the crowds. If you want some action and things to do there are beach facilities such as football pitches with goals, volleyball nets, windsurfing hire, beach bars (chringuitos), cafes and restaurants. It almost goes without saying but we must mention it – the weather and climate of Villajoyosa is excellent. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, there are numerous opportunities to enjoy Villajoyosa’s beaches – even in winter it can be very pleasant, although too cold for a swim.
PLATJA (PLAYA) RACO DEL CONILL BEACH To the north of Villajoyosa and very close to Benidorm the Raco del Conill beach is a
Villajoyosa, a very quiet beach ideal for fishing and nude bathing as this is also a nudist beach.
PLATJA (PLAYA) LA CALETA BEACH
To the south of Villajoyosa, this pebble Beach is the beach servicing the well-known hotels of Euro Tennis and the famous five star hotel El Montiboli.
PLATJA (PLAYA) BON NOU BEACH To the south of Villajoyosa and also sometimes known as Bol Nou, nice sheltered bay with good sand and with a beach bar, known in Spain as a Chiringuito
PLATJA (PLAYA) PARADIS BEACH Good sandy beach with lovely palms, just south of Villajoyosa and one of the most popular beaches
PLATJA (PLAYA) DE TORRE BEACH
naturist beach for people who want to sunbathe in the nude. Down a winding road this is definitely out of the way. The road starts where the Villajoyosa international casino is (images of Raco del Conill beach below).
PLATJA (PLAYA) CENTRO BEACH
The main beach in the town centre of Villajoyosa. A lovely wide sandy beach with palm trees backed by a pedestrianised promenade lined with restaurants.
PLATJA (PLAYA) L’ESPARRELLO BEACH
Two kilometres south of the town centre of
To the north of Villajoyosa and the Torre beach is generally pebbled but very quiet and hard to find so it is a good beach to escape the crowds. A nice place to walk and have a drink at the beach bar
PLATJA (PLAYA) TIO ROIG – VARADERO BEACH
Popular beach just to the north of the town centre and port. Good quality sandy beach, busy with beach bar.
PLATJA (PLAYA) XARCO BEACH This quiet beach is the southernmost beach in Villajoyosa, it is noted for the famous Xarco watchtower. Situated in the
area of Tossal del Mar and accessed from the N-332 road.
PLATJA (PLAYA) ESTUDIANTS BEACH
To the north of Villajoyosa and close to the port and town of Villajoyosa
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The Best Boat Trips In Costa Blanca Excursiones Maritimas Benidorm SL has been offering the very best trips for 30 years to Benidorm Island and other fantastic destinations such as The Harbour of Calpe or The Historical Isle of Tabarca aboard their “Golondrinas” (Pleasure Boats) Catamarans and Aquascopes. Benidorm Island give us the iconic backdrop that you can see from the shoreline from the Levante beach all the way down to La Cala it is apparently the missing chunk that’s missing from the Puig Campana mountain behind Benidorm.
The Legend of Benidorm Island The story (apparently true) starts with a giant called Roldan who once lived on the mountain of Puig Campana. Roldans wife Alda was blessed with amazing beauty; in fact she was so beautiful that it angered the Gods, they were so jealous of her beauty that they condemned her to die on a summers evening at sunset. Roldan, who loved Alda very much, was furious with the Gods and as sunset approached, he could no longer control his anger so he kicked part of the mountain straight into the sea so the sunlight would not disappear, thus giving Roldan and his wife Alda an extra couple of minutes together before she died. Benidorm Island is said to be the missing piece of the mountain that Roldan kicked out. Benidorm Island is one of the most recognized symbols of the town and if you’ve never made the journey across the
bay to explore it, then you really should, because it’s a great day out. The boat leaves every hour from Benidorm Habour and goes back and forth and Rincon De Loix (In Spring & Summer) so you can spend as little or as long as you like exploring the island. The journey time takes around 20 minutes each way and costs 14€ for adults and 11€ for children. The island measures 260m by 350m rising to 73m above sea level and is situated just two and a half nautical miles from the coast, the island is uninhabited and is a protected national park so you can explore the island by walking the trails and see the flourish of plants and natural wildlife. The island also has a bar and restaurant so you can enjoy the fantastic view of the Benidorm coastline while having a spot of lunch, maybe some tapas with a nice cold beer or a cheeky ice cream.
The Yellow Submarine Included in the price of your crossing is another trip on the Yellow Submarine which takes you on a short ride round the side of the island and you’ll see all sorts of marine life. The vessel isn’t actually a submarine as it doesn’t go underwater, to be more accurate it’s an ‘Aquascope ‘which provides you with a fantastic underwater experience. You will climb aboard and down into the hulled out vessel which is glass lined, allowing you to see and enjoy the marine life in the clear waters. •Start or opening time: Departure every hour from 10am. •Departures from the port (el Puerto) all year round and from the boarding platform in the Rincón de Loix next to the Hotel Nadal during the spring and summer season Benidorm Island - Adults: 14, 00 € Benidorm Island - Children: 11, 00 €
How do we get to the port? To make the journey you must first find the port which is between bays where the Poniente beach starts. You can either jump in a taxi to the port (ask for ‘el puerto’) or if you’re on the Levante side of town catch bus number 1, 4 or 10 to
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the end of the Avda Mediterraneo, walk along the Walking Street in the Old Town which comes out right by the port, then right to the end of the pier and that’s where you catch the boat.
The Historical Isle Of Tabarca The “Historical Isle of Tabarca” is a small island off Alicante’s coast, with a journey time of just two hours each way, aboard the high speed catamaran style vessel, this is another great day out especially as there’s a stop in Alicante for shopping and sightseeing on the way! The day costs just 27.50€ for adults and 18€ for kids and the boat departs at 10.30am. Tabarca is the only inhabited island in the Region of Valencia and is located opposite the city of Alicante, 11 nautical miles offshore and near the Santa Pola headland. It is approximately 1,800 metres long and measures some 400 metres across at its widest point.
Calpe The Rock of Ifach is more commonly known as “Calpe Rock” is the main attraction to tourists together with the harbour which is famous for its freshly caught fish, Calpe Rock has been a Natural Park since 1987 and if you are feeling energetic and adventurous you can even climb to the summit. Calpe was traditionally an agricultural population, producing almonds and raisins the economy also relied on fishing and salt extraction. The trip takes about 1 hour and only costs 22.50 for adults and 15 for kids, the boat leaves at 10.30am and the return journey from Calpe leaves at 4pm For more information call +34 96 585 00 52 or visit their office: Paseo Colón S/N Benidorm Harbour
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June 22 6pm
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Quiz Crossword
7. From the French for ‘on equal terms’, what name is given to a young foreigner who lives with a family in return for doing light housework? (2,4) 8. Which is the southernmost country of Central America? (6) 10. By what name is a solemn procession, especially for a funeral, normally known? (7) 11. Formed in London in 1989, which alternative rock band’s most prominent early line-up featured singer Brett Anderson, guitarist Bernard Butler, bass player Mat Osman and drummer Simon Gilbert? (5) 12. What can be either a ‘dance originating in the US in the 1930s and 1940s’ or ‘a coarse kind of cut tobacco’? (4) 13. Which rock group’s first British hit single was Seven Seas of Rhye? (5) 17. Which small Old World thrush related to the chats, typically has a brown back with red on the breast? (5) 18. What is the name of the central part of a church building, intended to accommodate most of the congregation? (4) 22. Which city is the capital of Morocco? (5) 23. In which 1988 film did Dustin Hoffman play Tom Cruise’s autistic brother Raymond? (4,3) Down 24. In which town in southwest-central Georgia was former 1. What was the title of Émile Zola’s celebrated 1898 article US president Jimmy Carter born? (6) on the Dreyfus affair? (7) 25. By what other name is the chess piece the rook also 2. What name is given to the small pouch worn around the known? (6)
Fill It In
Suduko
Code Cracker
2 letter words An At Do Is It Of On We 3 letter words Air Any Ask Asp Ate Gas Lad Old
Ply Sea Sum You 4 letter words Atom Bode Byte Cows Cyst Dune Glib Knee Laze Leek Moan Ooze Penn
Seat Siam Sofa Suet Tile Toga Toss 5 letter words Alley Keyed Speed Steep 7 letter words Earnest Epitome Eyesore Partial
waist so as to hang in front of the kilt as part of men’s Scottish Highland dress? (7) 3. What is the name given to a female fox? (5) 4. Which plant with white flowers and aromatic leaves that are either crinkly or flat is used as a culinary herb and for garnishing food? (7) 5. What is the surname of the singing partner of Daryl Hall? (5) 6. Which French painter’s most famous works included Dejeuner sur l’herbe, Olympia and A Bar at theFoliesBergeree? (5) 9. What word means ‘of, relating to, or consisting of money’? (9) 14. What is the surname of the English-born American author of a series of children’s classics about Dr Dolittle? (7) 15. Which large extinct hairy elephant of the Pleistocene epoch had a sloping back and long curved tusks? (7) 16. Which cartoonist illustrated Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass? (7) 19. What is the name given to an underground room or vault beneath a church, used as a chapel or burial place? (5) 20. What name was given to a German submarine used in the First or Second World War? (1-4) 21. Which Super League team are known as the Warriors? (5)
Quickie
Across 1 Spans (5) 4 Warts (5) 6 Tan (3) 7 Pills (5) 8 On cue (5) 10 Apt (3) 12 Aide (4) 14 Apes (4) 15 A riot (5) 16 Tern (4) 18 Late (4) 20 Cat (3) 22 Dingo (5) 23 Manor (5) 24 Are (3)
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25 Sages (5) 26 Plead (5) Down 2 Aries (5) 3 Last (4) 4 Opts (4) 5 Anger (5) 7 Strider (7) 9 Nearest (7) 11 Tacit (5) 13 Tar (3) 14 Top (3) 17 Snail (5) 19 Media (5) 20 Sage (4) 21 Rapt (4)
20 Question Quiz
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1. Who was the first woman to be shot by the FBI? 2. What daughter of Czar Nicholas II is said to have escaped death in the Russian revolution? 3. What Office Did Churchill Hold For The Longest Continuous Period? 4. Who was the first US citizen to have indoor plumbing installed? 5. What Apollo 13 astronaut contacted Mission Control with the words, (Houston, we've had a Problem)? 6. A fylfot is the heraldic name for what symbol? 7. In which year did the Titanic sink?
8. What did George Washington soak his wooden teeth in to improve the taste? 9. During Which Monarch's Reigns Did Shakespeare Live? 10. What was Jimmy Hoffa's middle name? 11. Who was the first French women's designer, to design for men? 12. What common item was a sign of wealth in 19th century England? 13. Who was the first Windsor monarch of the UK? 14. What was the only state George
McGovern carried in the 1972 presidential election? 15. What was Edwin Drake the first person to sink? 16. What ocean was Amelia Earhart flying over when she disappeared? 17. With Which Ship Did Francis Drake Circumnavigate The World? 18. What Was Baron Manfred Von Richthofen Also Known As? 19. What first appeared on Page 1 of the Times on May 3rd, 1966? 20. What Greek mathematician had a cylinder enclosed sphere carved on his gravestone?
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Double Crossword CRYPTIC CLUES Across 1. Drinks very softly in Tom’s nightly haunts 5. Following competent legend (5) 8. Intended to be heard at the closing of Parliament (5) 9. Hooligan accepting old fine, be careful! (7) 10. Dispatched men in it, with some feeling (9) 12. Notes fade away (3) 13. I merge change of government (6) 14. Make case without England’s leader (6) 17/22. Fatigue from being let out in a fast car (3,3) 18. Retrospection from things hid (9) 20. Cecil is made from freezing water (7) 21. Papers from government department backing fuel (5) 23. Maintain former monarch’s car (5) 24. The enjoyment of French dawn (7) Down 1. Born in the cats’ burial places (5) 2. A pulse may be visible in the speaker’s neck (3) 3. Light metal ignited him outside the university (7) 4. If I were present, a military man, but as it is, just a joiner (6) 5. Seaside feature is a cover for illegal activities (5) 6. A large kangaroo, a new Guinea weapon (9) 7. Something palatable came from the wedding of Catherine the Great, a blessed event (7) 11. Timing the assembly after dark (5-4)
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Your weekly Horoscopes Aries - Although it would Libra -
seem you’re more than happy to hand out advice to others willy nilly, you’re not too happy about receiving it yourself are you? Making new friends seems high on your list this week, but nurturing old ones is just as important. Find a balance.
Taurus -
You may have to put your personal life on the back burner for most of this week, so that you can focus all your energy on getting financial matters ship shape. Once you’re more confident about finances, your focus can change to ramping up your love life.
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Gemini -
It’s not one of your best weeks where the signing of documents, contracts or agreements is concerned, but if you cant get out of it and cant delay it, look very carefully at all small print before putting your name on the dotted line. Get impartial advice.
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13. Be glad about said lady (7) 15. Fluster characters becoming promotive of relaxation (7) 16. New sun due (6) 18. English composer possibly lost by the hospital (5) 19. Water creature seen in first routemarch (5) 22. See 17 Across STANDARD CLUES Across 1. Imbibes (7) 5. Allegory (5) 8. Supposed (5) 9. Sentry (7) 10. Emotion (9) 12. Recede (3) 13. Government (6) 14. Make (6) 17/22. Travel weariness (3,3)
18. Perception after the fact (9) 20. Spears of frozen water (7) 21. Pieces of paper (5) 23. Wield (5) 24. Enjoyment (7) Down 1. Crypts (5) 2. Legume (3) 3. Light metal (7) 4. Join metal (6) 5. Face (5) 6. Throwing stick (9) 7. Edible (7) 11. Hours of darkness (5-4) 13. Celebrate (7) 15. Soothing (7) 16. Brand new (6) 18. Famous composer (5) 19. Fish (5) 22. See 17 Across
Scribble Pad
Cancer - If it’s at all possible to get away for a few days, even to get into the countryside, it doesn’t have to be abroad, it would do you the world of good. Things are moving at a snails pace and are therefore causing irritation, so focusing on something more positive would be a godsend.
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Leo -
Financially, don’t be afraid to take a gamble this week, although in your case it would probably be more called a calculated risk. It may be enough to lift your good fortune. By and large you can take a lot of things for granted now, but its still important to check details.
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Virgo -
Helping others comes so naturally to you, that you don’t even know you’re doing it most of the time. Not that you’re looking for anything, but the returns you’ll get just by adhering to this approach, could be potentially enormous. Keep it up.
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Wordsearch
Can you find the words realting to the beach? SAND SEA BUCKET SPADE HAT SUNGLASSES ICECREAM TOWEL FLIPFLOPS
A family matter may remind you of where your roots actually lie this week, so be prepared to offer support to relatives and younger family members. Avoid discussions that have no logical conclusion, as its just a waste of time. You’re under the spotlight at the weekend.
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Scorpio -
Try to
remember that its in your power to change things, so speed things up a bit and you’ll find you’re in a good position to push forward. Getting your own way should be easy for you if you use your natural charm, charisma and sensuality. Piece of cake.
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Sagittarius -
Your
good nature and popularity have never been questioned, so when someone you barely know says something about you in a slightly negative fashion, don’t let it get to you. You cant please all the people all the time, so don’t waste your time trying.
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Capricorn -
Look at
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life from the perspective of an observer, as by the time tomorrow comes, you’ll need to clear the decks for action. Getting ahead in your chosen field is now within your reach, so trust your intuition and gut feeling to steer you in the right direction.
Aquarius -
It would seem that it’s clearly your intention to be noticed this week, and that’s all well and good, but just don’t overdo it. If your common sense has fleetingly left you, do your best to get it back pronto. Keep impulsive behaviour bridled and ride
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out this crazy period of life. Changes to your professional life are sudden and unsettling at first, but look at the new options its unearthed. You may be happier going in a new direction. Someone from your past may get in touch and offer you yet another option of work. You’re spoiled for choice.
Pisces -
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WHALE AVENTURE WITH NIGEL MARVEN
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Wildlife film-maker Nigel Marven follows grey whales as they undertake the longest mammal migration on Earth, more than 5,000 miles along the Pacific coast of North America from Mexico to Alaska. .
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00:20 Police Under Pressure 01:20 The Super League Show 02:05 Match of the Day: FIFA World Cup Replay 03:50 This Is BBC Two
Great War 06:00 Schools - Play On! 06:30 Schools: Your Paintings 06:55 Wonders of Nature: Frogs Diversity 07:00 This Is BBC Two 07:05 Homes Under the Hammer 08:05 Animal Park 08:35 Match of the Day: FIFA World Cup Highlights 09:20 Helicopter Heroes 10:05 Antiques Roadshow 11:05 Watchdog Test House 11:35 Click 12:00 BBC News 12:30 Daily Politics 14:00 Wimbledon 2014 21:00 Today at Wimbledon 22:10 Coast Australia 23:00 Episodes 23:29 Weather 23:30 Newsnight
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THE BETRAYERS
From false identities to bogus terminal illnesses, this documentary tells the stories of people who have been duped by loved ones. David Checkley swindled more than 30 women out of hundreds of thousands of pounds, using their money to fund a luxury lifestyle. Public school-educated Alistair Stewart posed as a billionaire former Goldman Sachs banker and conned property broker Nina Siegenthaler out of $1million.
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00:20 Shopgirls: The True Story of Life Behind the Counter 02:20 Welcome to Rio 03:20 A Very British Airline
00:00 My Granny the Escort 01:00 Superstar DJs 01:30 The Simpsons 02:20 Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 03:15 Our Family Wedding 05:00 Kirstie's Handmade Treasures 05:05 Beat My Build 06:00 Deal or No Deal 06:55 Countdown 07:40 3rd Rock from the Sun 08:30 The King of Queens 08:55 Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00 Frasier 11:00 Undercover Boss Canada 12:00 Come Dine with Me 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary 13:05 Come Dine with Me 14:40 A Place in the Sun: Summer Sun 15:40 Countdown 16:30 Deal or No Deal 17:30 Draw It! 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:00 George Clarke's Amazing Spaces 22:00 Beauty Queen or Bust 23:00 The Secret Life of Students
THE HONOURABLE WOMAN
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03/07 00:20 BBC2
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As a young girl, Nessa Stein witnessed the assassination of her Zionist arms dealer father by the Palestinian Liberation Organisation. Now in her thirties, she is at the forefront of the Middle East peace process, but when her company awards a lucrative contract to a Palestinian businessman who is later found dead, she and her brother Ephra find themselves under the close scrutiny of Whitehall and MI6.
00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Side 01:00 SuperCasino 04:10 Can't Pay? We'll Take It Away! 05:00 Wildlife SOS 05:20 Divine Designs 05:45 House Doctor 06:10 Nick's Quest 06:35 Great Scientists 07:00 Bananas in Pyjamas 07:10 Igam Ogam 07:20 Fireman Sam 07:35 The WotWots 07:45 Peppa Pig 07:55 Milkshake! Monkey 08:00 Pip Ahoy! 08:10 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:20 The Mr Men Show 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:50 Noddy in Toyland 09:00 Little Princess 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:35 Toby's Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 Cowboy Builders 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS 16:15 Earthstorm 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News Tonight 20:00 World's Busiest 21:00 Child Soldiers of WW2 22:00 The 70-Stone Man: The Final Chapter 23:00 Big Brother
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CELEBRITY MASTERCHEF The remaining four famous faces take on one more challenge in their bid to win the last two semi-final places. All they have to do is cook a two-course meal, to be tasted by Gregg Wallace and John Torode, as well as 2010 Celebrity MasterChef champion Lisa Faulkner and previous finalists Christine Hamilton and Andi Peters.
00:00 One Born Every Minute 01:00 Embarrassing Bodies Down Under 01:55 Meet the Mormons 02:50 My Last Summer 03:45 Dispatches 04:10 This Old Thing: The Vintage Clothes Show 05:05 Mary's Silver Service 06:00 Deal or No Deal 06:55 Countdown 07:40 3rd Rock from the Sun 08:30 The King of Queens 08:55 Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00 Frasier 11:00 Undercover Boss Canada 12:00 Come Dine with Me 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary 13:05 Come Dine with Me 14:40 A Place in the Sun 15:40 Countdown 16:30 Deal or No Deal 17:30 Draw It! 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:00 Deal or No Deal 22:00 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 23:00 Friday Night Dinner 23:30 The Inbetweeners
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Ahead
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17:30 Wimbledon 2014
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00:15 ITV News and Weather 00:45 ITV News Meridian 00:55 The Cube 01:45 Jackpot247 04:00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 04:40 ITV Nightscreen 07:00 Fort Boyard Ultimate Challenge 07:25 Dino Dan: Trek's Adventures 07:50 Canimals 08:05 Sooty 08:20 Digimon Fusion 08:45 Horrid Henry 09:00 Adventure Time 09:25 ITV News 09:30 Weekend 10:25 The Hungry Sailors 11:30 Tour de France Live 18:00 The Chase 19:00 Off Their Rockers 19:30 ITV News Meridian 19:45 ITV News and Weather 20:00 You've Been Framed! 20:30 Tipping Point: Lucky Stars 21:30 FIFA World Cup Live 2014
00:05 The Inbetweeners 01:05 Role Models 02:50 The Angelos Epithemiou Show 03:15 I'm Spazticus 03:40 Desperate Housewives 04:25 Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners 05:15 Beat My Build 06:10 Deal or No Deal 07:05 The Hoobs 07:30 Trans World Sport 08:25 The Grid 08:55 The Morning Line 10:00 Weekend Kitchen 11:00 Frasier 12:00 The Big Bang Theory 13:20 The Simpsons 13:50 The Tomorrow People 14:40 Channel 4 Racing 17:10 Come Dine with Me 19:40 Channel 4 News 20:10 Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen 23:00 Attack the Block
00:30 Stand by Your Man 01:15 SuperCasino 04:10 The 12-Year-Old Shopaholic, and Other Big Spending Kids 05:00 Wildlife SOS 05:20 Divine Designs 05:45 House Doctor 06:10 Great Scientists 07:00 Peppa Pig 07:05 Roary the Racing Car 07:15 Abby's Flying Fairy School 07:25 Bubble Guppies 07:40 The Mr Men Show 07:50 Chloe's Closet 08:00 Milkshake! Monkey 08:05 Bananas in Pyjamas 08:20 Make Way for Noddy 08:35 City of Friends 08:55 Little Princess 09:05 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 09:20 Angelina Ballerina 09:40 Rupert Bear 09:55 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:15 Jelly Jamm 10:30 LazyTown 11:00 Access 11:05 The Hotel Inspector Returns 12:05 Big Brother 13:25 Random Hearts 16:00 Anzio 18:15 5 News Weekend 18:20 Columbo: Suitable for Framing 19:40 Columbo: Murder by the Book 21:00 She's 78, He's 39: Age Gap Love 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole
00:40 Paul Chowdhry: What's Happening White People? 01:40 The Last Exorcism 03:10 The Guides 03:25 Hollyoaks 05:35 Deal or No Deal 06:30 Kirstie's Vintage Gems 06:50 The Hoobs 07:40 British F3 International Series 08:10 Triathlon 08:35 How I Met Your Mother 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00 Frasier 10:30 Sunday Brunch 13:30 George Clarke's Amazing Spaces 14:30 The Big Bang Theory 15:30 The Simpsons 17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 A Knight's Tale 20:35 Channel 4 News 21:00 Johnny English Reborn 23:00 Sean Lock: Purple Van Man
00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Psych 01:00 SuperCasino 04:10 50 Shocking Facts About Diet and Exercise 05:00 House Doctor 05:25 Make It Big 05:50 The Funky Valley Show 06:00 Angels of Jarm 06:10 Roary the Racing Car 06:20 Angels of Jarm 06:30 The Funky Valley Show 06:40 Roary the Racing Car 07:00 Peppa Pig 07:05 Roary the Racing Car 07:15 Abby's Flying Fairy School 07:25 Bubble Guppies 07:40 The Mr Men Show 07:50 Chloe's Closet 08:00 Roobarb and Custard Too 08:10 Bananas in Pyjamas 08:20 Make Way for Noddy 08:35 City of Friends 08:45 Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 08:55 Little Princess 09:05 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 09:15 Olly the Little White Van 09:25 Angelina Ballerina 09:35 Milkshake! Show Songs 09:40 Rupert Bear 09:55 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:15 Jelly Jamm 10:30 LazyTown 11:00 Access 11:05 Meerkat Manor 11:30 Big Brother 12:30 The Dog Rescuers 13:30 Sabrina the Teenage Witch 15:15 Space Jam 16:55 A Goofy Movie 18:20 The Fox and the Hound 19:55 5 News Weekend 20:00 Rush Hour 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 Lethal Weapon 4
SHE'S 78, HE'S 39 AGE GAP LOVE Six people whose partners are much younger than they are reveal why being of different generations is no barrier to romance. Marilyn's relationship with husband William began when she was 45 and he was 16 and was tested from the start by abuse from friends and neighbours, while Edna (78) and Simon (39) bonded over their mutual love of organ music.
Sunday 6th July 01:45 Match of the Day: FIFA 00:30 Match of the Day: FIFA
World Cup Replay
World Cup Highlights
03:30 This Is BBC Two
01:10 DOA
07:00 This Is BBC Two
02:40 Weather for the Week Ahead
07:10 East of Sudan
02:45 BBC News
08:40 Gardeners' World
07:00 Breakfast
09:10 World Cup Films
10:00 The Andrew Marr Show
10:45 Match of the Day: FIFA
11:00 Sunday Morning Live
World Cup Highlights
12:00 Sunday Politics
11:30 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites
13:15 BBC News
13:00 Live Formula 1
13:25 Weather for the Week Ahead
16:30 Racing Legends
13:30 Bargain Hunt
17:30 Flog It!
14:00 Wimbledon 2014
18:05 Songs of Praise
14:50 Wimbledon 2014
18:45 Wimbledon 2014
18:45 BBC News; Regional News
21:00 The Quest for Bannockburn
and Weather
22:00 A Cabbie Abroad
19:10 Countryfile
23:00 Mock the Week
20:10 Antiques Roadshow
23:35 Today at Wimbledon
21:10 Casualty 22:00 Common 23:30 BBC News; Regional News and Weather 23:55 Have I Got Old News for You
06/07 00:10 BBC2 00:10 A Single Man
00:15 ITV News and Weather 00:29 ITV Meridian Weather 00:30 Fletch 02:15 Jackpot247 04:00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 04:40 ITV Nightscreen 07:00 Fort Boyard Ultimate Challenge 07:25 Dino Dan: Trek's Adventures 07:35 Dino Dan 07:50 Canimals 08:05 Sooty 08:20 Digimon Fusion 08:45 Horrid Henry 09:00 Deadtime Stories 09:25 ITV News 09:30 Weekend 10:25 Love Your Garden 11:30 Tour de France Live 18:00 Tipping Point 19:00 You've Been Framed! 19:30 ITV News Meridian 19:45 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Despicable Me 22:00 The Nation's Favourite Motown Song 23:30 ITV News and Weather 23:44 ITV Meridian Weather 23:45 The Cube
COMMON
One-off drama from Jimmy McGovern, exploring the possible consequences of the UK's Joint Enterprise law, by which more than one person can be charged with the same offence. Seventeen-yearold Johnjo gives his cousin Tony and some friends a lift to a pizza parlour for food, unaware their real intention is to `sort out' a local loudmouth. Things soon get out of hand, however, and an innocent bystander is fatally stabbed - and despite being in the car all the time, Johnjo finds himself charged with murder along with everyone else.
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Monday 7th July 00:25 Sliding Doors 02:00 Weather for the Week Ahead 02:05 BBC News 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Heir Hunters 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:00 Fake Britain 12:30 Operation Hospital Food 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:30 BBC Regional News and Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Perfection 16:00 Escape to the Country 16:45 Wanted Down Under 17:30 Flog It! 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 BBC London News 20:00 The One Show 20:30 How Safe Is Your House? 21:00 EastEnders 21:30 Panorama 22:00 John Bishop's Australia 23:00 BBC News 23:25 BBC Regional News and Weather 23:35 Guilty by Association 07/07 00:35 BBC2 00:35 Heavenly Creatures 02:05 Countryfile 03:05 Holby City 04:05 This Is BBC Two 07:05 Homes Under the Hammer 08:05 Animal Park
08:50 Bargain Hunt 09:20 Helicopter Heroes 10:05 The Planners 11:05 Watchdog Test House 11:35 Click 12:00 BBC News 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 Breakaway 14:45 Cash in the Attic 15:30 The Hairy Bikers' Food Tour of Britain 16:15 Natural World 17:15 Frozen Planet 18:15 Antiques Roadshow 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Flog It! Trade Secrets 20:00 Paul Hollywood's Pies & Puds 20:30 University Challenge: Class of 2014 21:30 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2014 22:00 Scotland: For Richer or Poorer? 23:00 QI 23:30 Newsnight
00:45 The Unforgettable 01:15 The Store 03:15 Motorsport UK 04:05 British Superbike Championship Highlights 04:55 ITV Nightscreen 05:15 May the Best House Win 06:05 The Jeremy Kyle Show 07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 13:00 Tour de France Live 17:30 You've Been Framed! 18:00 The Chase 19:00 ITV News Meridian 19:30 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Countrywise 21:30 Coronation Street 22:00 The Cube 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 ITV News Meridian 23:35 You Cannot Be Serious!
THE ARMSTRONG LIE Documentary charting legendary cyclist Lance Armstrong's attempt to win the Tour de France again four years after retiring. In the course of filming director Alex Gibney and his crew are presented with revelations about Armstrong that will stun the sporting world.
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Get Him to the Greek This Boy's Life Swimming SuperScrimpers Beat My Build Kirstie's Vintage Gems Deal or No Deal Countdown 3rd Rock from the Sun The King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me: Ireland Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me: Ireland A Place in the Sun: Summer Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Jamie's Money Saving Meals The Armstrong Lie
01:25 World's 02:10 SuperCasino 04:10 Skyscraper 05:00 House Doctor 05:25 Make It Big 05:50 The Funky Valley Show 06:00 Angels of Jarm 06:10 Roary the Racing Car 06:20 Angels of Jarm 06:30 The Funky Valley Show 06:40 Roary the Racing Car 07:00 Bananas in Pyjamas 07:10 Igam Ogam 07:20 Fireman Sam 07:35 The WotWots 07:45 Peppa Pig 08:00 Pip Ahoy! 08:10 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:20 The Mr Men Show 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:50 Noddy in Toyland 09:00 Little Princess 09:10 Peppa Pig 09:35 Toby's Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 Cowboy Builders 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS 16:15 Amber's Story 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News Tonight 20:00 Skyscraper 21:00 Police Interceptors 22:00 Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole 23:00 Big Brother
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THE TENTH MEDIEVAL MARKET IN LA NUCIA
4th, 5th and 6th July La Nucia, a really pleasant village just a few km from Benidorm and well-known for its big flea market on Sunday mornings, held its first Medieval Market in 2005 to celebrate its 300 years of existence, and enjoyed it so much that it decided to have a Market every year. This year it will be the tenth time and there will be a varied programme with troubadours, a juggler on stilts who also plays with fire, lies on a bed of really sharp nails and manages to get both feet tucked behind her head; a story teller, street theatre,
medieval table games and a merry-go-round for the children. That all takes place next to and in between some 70 craft stalls, carefully selected by Amata, the organizing craft association, so that nothing is imported, nothing is made in craft factories - in fact, everything is made by the people on the stall and there is a wide range of different products. Something for everyone - if not for the visitor in person, then perhaps for a friend or relative. And quite a few stallholders will be at work - Vito, a czech blacksmith, on his anvil and showing pieces of medieval armour, Aurélie carding and spinning wool and even making felt, Tomás painting his T-shirts (the ultimate designer wear, each one is unique), Chema the bookbinder showing how books were bound in medieval times, Dave building his castles, and Tony with his sturdy and decorative leather bags. The inner man (and woman) has not been forgotten there are taverns, an Arab tea tent and stalls with preserved food made using medieval recipes. Two separate groups of musicians pass along the narrow streets, followed by various medieval characters - nobles, beggars and soldiers - while Ly walks on her stilts, juggling clubs as she goes and, at night, turning into a real faquir, tying herself into knots on a bed of nails.
Buffoon Bertoldo tells funny stories that even foreigners with no Spanish at their disposal can follow. There are medieval table games such as Nine Men's Morris, quoits, table skittles - meant for the young'uns but enjoyed just as much by their parents, and for the very young there is a merry-go-round. La Nucia Medieval Market (about 10 km from Benidorm) opens on Friday 4, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July at about 6 in the late afternoon and keeps going till midnight or so; the stalls are set up in the narrow streets to the back of the Town Hall. If you don't know the way, just follow the white-on-green arrows with "Mercado Medieval". There is ample room to park your car nearby. More information (in English) can be had by ringing 639 979 678 and you can look at Amata's web site http://www.amata.es/LaNucia13.html for photographs of last year's market.
U3A MARINA BAIXA DOG OF THE WEEK In for life! Poor Terra is innocent of any crime! OLIVE OIL DONATION As a result of the participation in the first La Nucia International Day on the 30th March when the U3A Marina Baixa took along their successful Olde English Tea Shoppe it was agreed some of the proceeds would be presented to the social needs of the area. Rob Parker enquired the best way to make the donation from this event and the social
services informed him they were desperate for Olive Oil. On Tuesday the 10th June on behalf of the U3A Marina Baixa Liz and Rob Parker donated 73 litre bottles of Olive Oil to the Bienestar Social of La Nucia. The local councillor responsible for social issues (Concejala de Bienestar Social) is Esperanza Soria
and the three ladies who received this donation are social workers of the Department of Public Welfare in La Nucia (Bienestar Social). Every Wednesday morning local people are provided with the most essential and basic needs, baby milk powder, flour, rice, oil, beans, pasta, milk and vegatables etc, and the Olive Oil was a welcome addition to the supplies required. For more information on the U3A Marina Baixa visit the website: www.u3amarinabaixa.com Facebook Page: U3A Marina Baixa. G e n e r a l Meetings are held on the 4th Monday each month (except August) at the Social Centre Albir at 10.30am for 11.00am start. Next meeting 28th July. Secretary Joan Flint telephone – 96 586 1226 – Mobile 663 637 167
Her only crime is to have never been trained to be a loved dog in a home! Poor Terra was only born in December 2012 and has been in Benidorm pound since May 2013. She came in to us as an untrained pup and now has no knowledge of life as a dog in a home. You may think that it would be too much of a challenge to take her on but this dog wants to know love, security and a home. Her brother has been in a new home for 3 weeks and is responding really well to training and will stay, sit and walk beside you. Poor Terra is nervous around people and that means she has the sad possibility of living her whole life in this pound, never knowing love and a master. A bit of work, a bit of patience and a beautiful dog will emerge who will trust and enjoy being loved. She already knows the volunteers and is good on the lead with us, as she trusts us. Now she needs a home she can believe in and learn how to be loved. For more dogs please check out our facebook page Benidorm Dog Pound needs your help to raise funds to treat our dogs in need. We need you to help us walk our dogs and socialise them to be ready to move into a new home. You can donate unwanted items
to our stall on a Saturday at El Cisne. Donate funds using paypal at yeso1977@hotmail.com. How about spending an hour or two with us walking the dogs any day between Monday and Saturday 10am to 1pm. We love meeting you and so do the dogs. Call Maria on 0034 677 37 33 96. If you can bring leads along then that would be fantastic too. Another way to help is to become a cyber buddy for a dog. We have so many dogs that a lot don’t ever leave the pound and end up dead one morning on a cold concrete floor. A cyber buddy changes that and you can help from anywhere in the world. It’s easy to do and makes a huge difference to a dog finding a new forever home. It takes just 2-3 minutes a day for you!
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U3A GETS CRAFTY The general meeting of the U3A Marina Baixa held on Monday the 23rd.June was particularly lively. The meeting was led by the Vice President Elizabeth Guest due to the absence of the President Barry Price and his wife Barbara who were required to be available as extras in the Benidorm
series. Life can be so varied here on the Costa Blanca! Barbara is also the Craft Group Leader and in place
of a speaker the meeting held an exhibition of crafts made by the various groups including sugar craft which is taught by Joan Flint, and watercolour painting which is taught by Elaine Mitchell. The group leaders gave a short informative talk on the various crafts and encouraged anyone to come along
to the groups to try different hobbies. The treasurer Maureen Barrett donated preserves to the U3A Marina
20TH CRAFT FAIR IN ALBIR
Along the beach front in Albir you will find the much anticipated “Craft Fair” it is open to the public every evening from 7.00pm and will continue until the end of August. There are 27 stalls containing products not found in normal stores but remain in tradition with the region. Later in July in August to go along with the fair there will be concerts and lots more going on, just jump on the number 10 bus and enjoy a fantastic evening out in Albir, there’s plenty to see with some of the best restaurants and bars around.
Baixa which she makes from the fruits she grows at her finca in Callosa. All the proceeds from the sale of the preserves to be given to the U3A charity fund which is donated annually to local charities suggested by the members. For more information on the U3A Marina Baixa visit the website –
www.u3amarinabaixa.com Facebook – U3A Marina Baixa. General Meetings are held on the 4th Monday each month at 10.30am for 11.00am start at the Albir Social Centre. There will be no meeting in August. Secretary – Joan Flint – telephone 96 586 1226 – Mobile 663 637 167.
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3 People Arrested For Drug Trafficking The Dutch nationals were sent to prison for drug trafficking after being arrested in Alfaz del Pi police seized by National Police, In an operation held last week three kilograms of speed, 4,630 ecstasy pills, 90 grams of marijuana and 21 grams of hashish.
left, the two arrested were a married couple of 46 years and were already being investigated for sales and distribution of speed and ecstasy. Inside the married couple’s house officers found another bag of speed which weighed about a kilogram, five bags with 4630
The first man aged 29, was stopped by officers as he left a house in a suburb of the town. At the time of the arrest the man was carrying two bags that contained two kilograms of speed. Shortly thereafter, the officers arrested the occupants of the house the first man had
ecstasy pills in total, 1,260 euros in notes, a scale and a laptop. Officers found even more at the home of the man who was arrested first, they found several bags with around 90 grams of marijuana and 21 grams in the property, which was also located in Alfaz.
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BUG BITES With the arrival of the hottest months of the year comes the arrival of plagues of mosquitoes. Only the females of the species are responsible for the irritating bites that humans and other mammals suffer: they use the protein in our blood to harvest their eggs. These insects’ bites are not dangerous in Spain, for they don’t carry or spread diseases, but are nevertheless a nuisance to deal with. However, if you have a history of allergic reactions to mosquito bites, you may suffer from Skeeter Syndrome, a rare allergy to mosquito saliva. Symptoms, other than the usual bite, include: •Red lumps on the bite area •Swelling and large bumps on other parts of the body •Bruising and blistering •Angioedema and anaphylaxis (swelling of the face and neck). This can be fatal due to airway obstruction and subsequent suffocation. •Asthma •Infection To prevent allergic reactions, it is recommended you take antihistamines. If you do begin to suffer from any of these symptoms however, seek medical attention immediately There are, of course, more serious bites to look out for. It is important to be able to distinguish a mosquito bite from a spider bite, for the latter can be more dangerous and require medical treatment. Although there are few life-threatening species in Spain, the following spiders may present some health risks: The bite of the BROWN SPIDER, also known as the “cor-
ner spider”, is considered one of the most dangerous spider bites in Spain. This spider inhabits dark and humid places, and is very commonly found in houses. It is not aggressive, but the bites usually occur because it tends to hide away in beds and in clothes. The bite may produce necrosis (death of skin cells) and a small wound, and can be extremely painful. More severe cases, though infrequent, have shown symptoms such as a fever and joint pain, becoming especially dangerous in children and the elderly. Normally, all you need to do is keep the wound clean with antiseptics, but if you suffer from any severe symptoms, again, seek medical attention immediately. The MEDITERRANEAN BLACK WIDOW, usually found in open places, like on plants and rocks, is a black with red spots on its abdomen. This species’ venom is a powerful neurotoxin, which has been known to kill small animals such as rabbits. Its venom is particularly powerful during the
autumn, which, when bitten, produces a sharp pain which slowly increases, along with numbness in the limbs. This can be followed by spontaneous muscular contractions, especially in the abdomen, and laboured breathing. Once again, any of these symptoms require immediate medical attention Measuring between 1 and 3 cm, the WOLF SPIDER is the largest European spider. Although menacing looking, its bite is similar to that of a wasp: painful, but unworthy of medical attention. If in any doubt, always seek medical attention.
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ZERO INFLATION: PRICES FREEZE IN STAGNANT SPAIN Spain reported Friday a zero-percent annual inflation rate in June, even as the European Central Bank fights off a deflationary threat hanging over the region. Consumer prices were unchanged in the year to June, held down by the low cost of food, soft drinks and electricity, the National Statistics Institute said in a preliminary estimate calculated in line with European Union-agreed norms. Weak domestic demand is keeping a lid on prices in Spain, still struggling with a 26-percent jobless rate despite the economy emerging gingerly in mid2013 from a double-dip recession sparked by a 2008 property crash. On June 5th, the ECB rolled out an unprecedented package of measures, including negative interest rates for banks that want to deposit excess reserves with the central bank, in its fight to head off the threat of deflation in the euro area.
When consumer prices fall broadly over a sustained period, people tend to postpone purchases in the hope of future price declines, a reaction that brakes economic activity. The phenomenon can degenerate into a vicious downward spiral of falling prices and declining economic
activity that is notoriously difficult to reverse. In April, the International Monetary Fund said Spain was the only country in the eurozone at "high risk" of deflation and warned the European Central Bank to take action on the problem.
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WHAT’S HOT AND WHAT’S NOT TELLS US TERRACE BAR BRAVO LOUNGE SUN GARDEN Avenue Murcia, Benidorm
Av. Vicente Llorca Alos, 2, 03502 Benidorm
C/, Font Roja, No 5/6, 03581 El Albir, L'Alfas del Pi
“Good grub and friendly service”
“The bravo lounge fantastic place to go.”
“Exellent Restaurant in our neighborhoods”
Reviewed 9 June 2014 Found this when looking for somewhere to eat and was not disappointed. Paul was very friendly and nothing was too much. Did my son Steven a bacon toastie just how he likes it. I had a Belly Buster breakfast at 8.30 pm !! Food was spot on for everyone in fact we all went back next morning for breakfast. Belly Buster for me again !! Cheers
“Good bar” Reviewed 3 June 2014 Service very good and food cooked fresh, all at a good price, you can get everything from breakfast, snacks, sandwiches to Sunday dinners. Staff first class. Jordon very helpful and a good laugh.
“beach terrace,the food is spot on, fab :)” Reviewed 17 May 2014 well what can i say,top place , top people, wonderful food without a doubt, we always eat here,stewart and clive ,bob and zoe cannot do enough to make you feel welcome, see you all in november :),
“terrace bar benidorm” Reviewed 5 May 2014 Brilliant food ,always made to feel welcome,top top bar....my favorite is the Currie and the Sunday dinner,top quality food t very reasonable prices...
“Great bar!” This was right next to our hotel. The food is gorgeous!!! We were the for 4 nights and 3 of those nights we had the chicken curry (wish I could get the recipe) it was gorgeous. There breakfasts were beautiful aswell, they will go out of thier way to make sure you enjoy your food as they noticed I didn't eat my beans twice in a row so gave me hash browns the next day instead! Roast dinner was beautiful I had the lamb, my friend the chicken and we both got plenty of meat. The only thing j was diasspointed with was that we only got 1 roasty but to be honest I couldnt have ate much more anyway! Staff were lovely and chatty especially paul. On our next trip to benidorm we will defo be stopping by.
Reviewed 15 June 2014 Wonderfull friendly people , who try to help in everyway ,our experience was great ,food , music , service always very friendly, a stone throw away from the lovely poniente beach ,cant wait to return.
“Awesome!!!!” Reviewed 9 June 2014 An awesome bar-restaurant! I`ve celebrated my Birthday there and it was perfect! The food was lovely,staff are verry polite and what better than having a meal and a drink right on the beachfront! I will defenatly be back for a visit and enjoy a nice cold beer while sunbathing. :D Highly recomend Bravo lounge as one if not the best place to be !
"Could not be better!" Reviewed 9 June 2014 From page 1 The best bar along the promenade Top Super Food terms. Extremst caring and nice service, even for non Benidorm: D A must visit for every Benidorm.
“Amazing place” Reviewed 7 June 2014 We tried different meal places in Benidorm,Spain but this one definitely is THE BEST.Amaizing atmosphere,very nice and friendly staff.And food...ohhh the food is very,very good.Lounge music relax you and give positive emotions.So i recommend this place very much!Next visit to Benidorm will be started with this amazing place.
“Highly recommend! ” Reviewed 7 June 2014 The Bravo Lounge is placed on Front Line on the Poniente beach. Relaxing lounge music, delicious food and drinks, friendly staff and beautiful view from restaurant terrace makes this place amazing! I definitely gonna come again on my next holidays. Highly recommend this place!
"A perfect place to enjoy the great atmosphere." Reviewed 1 June 2014 Lovely view of the sea, very good quality food and a 10 on customer service. Worth a return visit.
Reviewed 15 June 2014 This place has become our favorite Restaurant in Albir. The exellent food and presentation is exquisite. We have started to bring our guests here insted of cooking at home, and its always the best quality. The service is the best. Prices are reasonable for this wery nice food. Highly recomanded.
“Great new place” Reviewed 14 June 2014 Am so glad to have this new restaurant at the bottom of my road, food is delicious and beautifully presented. All helped by the friendly staff and excellent service that goes with it. The menu of the day seems to change regularly which means the food is fresh and interesting on each visit.
“Albir has a new star” Reviewed 14 June 2014 Having walked past this new restaurent many times and wondered what the new place would be like,we eat there tonight and was just blown away with its style and standard. Having lived in Albir for many years ,we have seen many eateries come and go ,but must say this place is exceptional. Wonderful terrace ,with great service and the best food I have eaten here in Albir. Presentation and quality is excellent and attentive service. The steak was mouthwatering and it seems the signature dish which comes with every main off dauphinois potatoes is just a winner. All food seems homemade with mouthwatering deserts. With a average bill off 25 euros a head it's a absolute winner with the feeling of wanting to return. Well done to the owners and good luck ,but with food this good word will get out quickly Very happy jason in Albir
“Sun Garden Great Food” Reviewed 5 June 2014 We visited the Sun Garden Albir in early May. The food was beautifully presented & of a very high standard. Reasonably priced. This ranks as one of the best meals we have had for a long time and we would thoroughly recommend the Sun Garden to residents & visitors to Albir
“Lovely” Reviewed 25 May 2014 The sun garden was such a surprise, tucked away in a side street in a residential area. The food is excellent, presentation fab, price very reasonable, I would defiantly recommend this restaurant to anyone who lives in or visits Albir.
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HAMMY SEEKS SILVER LINING
Lewis Hamilton says he is ‘gunning for Silverstone’ as he seeks to revitalise his faltering World Championship bid with victory at his home race this weekend. Top of the standings at the start of May following his triumph at the Spanish GP, Hamilton has fallen a disconcerting 29 points behind team-mate, and solitary title rival, Nico Rosberg after a triple whammy of disappointments in Monaco, Canada and Austria. The cumulative effect has left Hamilton with no room for error as he prepares for the British GP at Silverstone, a circuit where he last won in 2008 after being denied vic-
tory twelve months ago when his Pirelli tyre spectacularly exploded. Rosberg was the fortunate beneficiary that day – an outcome that Hamilton cannot countenance this year. “I’m definitely gunning for Silverstone,” Hamilton told The Guardian. “Last year I was more hopeful than ever since I won at Silverstone.
TOUGH WEEK Stan Wawrinka’s coach admits his charge faces a daunting task if he is to win his first Wimbledon title. The reigning Australian Open champion was the main victim of Saturday's bad weather and now faces potentially having to play five matches in seven days. Most singles matches were completed after much of Saturday was washed out but Swiss star Wawrinka's third-round clash with Denis Istomin had already been postponed along with the clash between John Isner and Feliciano Lopez - the winners will meet in the next round. Because there is no play on middle Sunday at Wimbledon, those matches will now be played on
Monday, the fourth round on Tuesday and quarter-finals on Wednesday. Magnus Norman, who has guided Wawrinka into the world's top three, said: "It's tough but I know the organisation and the referee are trying to be fair to all the players because they also cancelled Lopez and Isner.
ROBBEN GOOD WEEK ZANOTTI WINS PLAY-OFF SAYS SORRY Arjen Robben insists he was fouled for the penalty that led to Holland's lastgasp 2-1 win over Mexico, but apologised for diving earlier in the match. The Dutch winger was accused by Mexico boss Miguel Herrera of committing three dives during Sunday's tie in Fortaleza that saw Holland go through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup. However, Robben said in quotes attributed to Dutch television channel NOS: "The one at the end was a penalty, I was fouled. At the same time, I have to apologise as in the first half I took a dive and I really shouldn't do that” Herrera said
Portuguese referee Pedro Proenca should have taken action against the Bayern Munich winger. He told a news conference: "Robben did three dives and he should have been cautioned. You should caution a guy who is trying to cheat, and then if Robben did it again he would be sent off."
Fabrizio Zanotti won a play-off at the fifth extra hole to score a thrilling victory at the BMW International Open in Germany. The 31-year-old became the first Paraguayan to win on the European Tour after edging out world No 2 Henrik Stenson, Spain's Rafa Cabrera-Bello and Frenchman Gregory Havret in a remarkable finish at Gut Larchenhof in Cologne after all had finished at 19-under in regulation time.
SERENA WEEK EARLY EXIT BADBURNOUT
Top seed Serena Williams was beaten 1-6 6-3 6-4 by French 25th seed Alize Cornet in the third round at Wimbledon. It was the 32year-old five-time former champion's second defeat of 2014 to Cornet, the first
coming at the Dubai Championships in February. For the first time since 2006, neither Serena nor Venus Williams will appear in the second week of the
Wimbledon singles. World No 1 Williams has won 17 Grand Slam titles, but she now has departed before the quarter-finals at four of the past five. That run includes a fourth-round loss at the Australian Open in January
and a second-round loss at the French Open in May. It is Williams' earliest exit at the All England Club since 2005, when she also was beaten in the third round.
Ricky Burns failed to recover from a first round knockdown within the first 20 seconds which stunned the homecrowd into silence, burns lost on points to Dejan Zlaticanin in their battle for the WBC International lightweight title in Glasgow. Burns finished the fight at Braehead Arena strongly, but his good late work was not enough to secure victory on the cards as he went down 115-113, 113-115, 115-113 in a split decision in favour of the hard-hitting Montenegrin, Rickys' career hangs in the balance after two straight defeats
PELE - SUAREZ VERDICT FAIR Brazil legend Pele believes the punishment FIFA handed out to Luis Suarez following his bite on Giorgio Chiellini is a fair and proportionate one. Suarez was banned from all footballrelated activity for four months following the incident in the 79th minute of Uruguay’s World Cup Group D match with Italy in Natal last Tuesday. And Pele believes the ban, which was accompanied by a fine of £66,000 for the Liverpool striker, sends a strong message that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated on a football pitch. “It’s something unprecedented,” the threetime World Cup winner said. Pele has told Sky Sports News that he thinks the
ban given to Luis Suarez by FIFA was right. “Of course some people react badly when something has happened to them but it’s always been a headbutt, an elbow or a kick from a player when fighting for the ball. “But a bite. This is the first time that something like this has happened in the World Cup. Even for us who were on the pitch this is something that was unprecedented. “I think the decision from FIFA is a good one and the right one because they have to make an example. “If they don’t, this could spread. This shouldn’t be done by anyone or copied by anyone.
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COSTA RICA HANG ON
Costa Rica and Greece played 120 minutes to a 1-1 deadlock, and for the second time in four matches, a Round of 16 game was decided by penalty kicks. The first half was a lackluster affair, with both sides having a hard time putting together good sequences. If anything, the more defensiveminded Greeks looked more dangerous on the offensive end than the Ticos. In the 52nd minute, Bryan Ruiz, the captain of the Tico team and its most famous player, took a cross and calmly rolled it into the corner of the net. In the 65th minute, defender Oscar Duarte earned a second yellow card and got himself kicked out of the game, leaving Costa Rica a man down for the rest of the match. The Costa Rican keeper, Keylor
Navas, made a series of amazing saves, especially in the second half, but in the first minute of stoppage time, Sokratis Papastathopoulos converted on a rebound of yet another Navas save, to tie the game at 1. The Greeks owned the overtime period, pressing the Ticos throughout. Their physical play had a number of the Costa Ricans, even Navas, nursing injuries, and Konstantinos Mitroglou very nearly had the game winner in the stoppage for overtime. Despite being the more exhausted side, the Ticos nailed all five of their penalty kicks, while Navas made a picture-perfect save on Theofanis Gekas' kick, diving to his left for the stop.
ALFAZ FANTASY FOOTBALL LEAGUE happy & contented Manager. A rookie in Fantasy Football management, Mike found himself the proud winner of the League Trophy, a substantial cash prize & also the BETFRED SUPER PRIZE, which entitles him to choose any game from next season´s Premiership Fixture List & receive 2 tickets , plus 3 nights accommodation & return flight tickets- not too shabby Eh? Another recruit to our League was Wayne McLintock & his team I Hope I Do Better, he did do better! He managed to win the FA CUP League , which went
down to the wire & was only 1 point above his closest rival- who was no other than Mike O´Brien & Woodside!!nearly the winner of the League double . So well done to our new managers, just proves that you do not have to be experienced in Fantasy Management to be amongst the winners, the Ladies too were among the prizes- Fantasy Football has no boundries!! The next season, the 21st!!, will commence on Saturday 16th August- the brochure & players lists will be presented soon- the league is pleased to announce that most of our
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So it was cause for optimism, but only of a muted sort, that Mexico was able to dominate the early going, creating the best opportunities in the first 25 minutes. The temperature in Fortaleza was in the high 80s, and the Proenca called breaks in each half so that the players could drink water and cool off for a few minutes. There were two dubious non-calls that probably should have been awarded penalty kicks, one in which Mexico’s Hector Herrera got kicked in the face, the previous sponsors will con- other a two-player takedown that left Holland’s Arjen Robben tinue to support us- a big limping slightly. For Mexico, it was the sixth consecutive time THANK YOU to Mark the team has reached the Round of 16 and no further. El Tri Carter(Ladies League), reached the quarterfinals in 1970 and 1986, both World Cups Leonard Knowles held in Mexico. Even so, there was relief and pride for Mexico Construction (Golden Boot fans that the team was able to get as far as it did despite League) Premier Imports(A barely qualifying for World Cup. In Recife, regular monthly draw for those teams that scored the top & bottom points each week),Rafters Bar ,L´ Estrada,gave weekly breakfasts for 2 for the teams that make the highest weekly improvement. The Manager of the Month sponsors who regularly volunteer their prizes & a new sponsor UKTV Spain who wants to sponsor our ever improving Junior League plus possibly one or two more surprises!!! So check out our website:Alfazffl.com & our FaceBook icon on the home page, watch this space, or give Eric a call on 696 075 632 , lots to look forward to in the oncoming season, why not give us a try??
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The EL NUI bar in Alfaz del Pi was the place to be last week for the presentations of the Trophies of the 20th Season of the Alfaz Fantasy Football League. Eric Malpus, the proud founder of our Fantasy League was joined by Gerry Gow, who in his time as a professional Football player represented Scotland & also played in the Premier & Championship league, is a regular visitor to these parts. Mike O¨Brien, a new member of the AFFL & his team Woodside , a native of Bolton in Lancashire & a big Manchester City was a very
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LATE WORLD CUP DRAMA
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It was a cruel way to lose. And it almost happened twice. Mexico led the heavily favored Netherlands team, 1-0, with three minutes left in the World Cup Round of 16 match, but two goals in the last nine minutes doomed El Tri and sent the Dutch to the quarterfinals. A goal in extra time by Greece also doomed Costa Rica, but to a less drastic fate: 30 minutes of extra time and the added drama of a penalty kick shootout. They won 1-1 (5-3) and became the first Central American team to reach the quarterfinals at a World Cup. After a beautiful Giovanni dos Santos goal and another eye-popping performance by Mexican keeper,
Memo Ochoa, Wesley Sneijder finally broke through for the Netherlands from the top of the penalty area in the 87th minute, he boomed the ball into the left-hand corner, tying the game. It had been that way for much of the second half, as the Mexicans were flagging and the Dutch were just getting warmed up. The Portuguese referee, Pedro Proenca, who blew a number of calls during the match, then called for 6 minutes of injury time—far more than seemed appropriate and more than during the first half, when a Mexican player, defender Hector Moreno, had to be carted off the field. Two minutes into the extra time, Mexico’s most veteran
player, Rafa Marquez, made a big-time blunder, fouling Arjen Robben and setting up Klaas Jan Huntelaar’s gamewinning penalty kick. Throughout the Cup, Holland have started games slowly, falling behind Spain 1-0, and heading into halftime tied with all three of their previous opponents—Spain (1-1), Australia (1-1) and Chile (0-0). But whether it’s conditioning or being better able to pace their play, the Dutch have done the bulk of their offensive damage in the second half (8 goals to, 1 against).
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