A convoy including King Felipe, the Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and the President of the Valencian Community Carlos Mazon was pelted with stones and mud as the dignitaries visited the villages worst hit by the DANA on Sunday. Residents are furious that they have been left without o cial aid for the ve days since the storm wreaked
devastation. The Prime Minister was led away from crowds in Paiporta after an object struck him in the back.
Dozens of residents waited for the procession with the monarchs at the front to heckle them, throw stones and mud at them shouting “murderers, murderers”, “they are not deaths, they are murders.”
The atmosphere in the municipality of l’Horta Sud was already heated long before the o cial visit. The residents have lost everything, and they are working non-stop, cleaning streets, bailing out garages and removing junk from houses. Few expected the royal visit. “We want to work, clean the town, go now,” the residents shouted. “You’re bothering us!”
The situation quickly deteriorated, and the security o cers accompanying the procession created a security cordon to guarantee the safety of the group. Both the King and Queen, as well as Sánchez and Mazón, tried to mediate with the population gathered in a street ooded with mud. Queen Letizia was sprayed with water from a hose and rest of the representatives were soaked in mud.
The anger stems from the lack of warning given to local communities.
AEMET was aware of a potential DANA as early as 8am, however the warning from Civil Protection did not arrive until 8pm, when thousands of people were already ghting to survive. People believe many lives would not have been lost if people had the time to prepare or evacuate.
Cost-cutting is also emerging as another potential culprit, with Carlos Mazón forced to defend his decision to eliminate the Valencia Emergency Unit (UVE) on the grounds that it was ine cient. The UVE was created by the previous, left-wing government, in order to respond to weather-related emergencies such as ooding or wild res. On taking o ce last year, Mr Mazón immediately got rid of it, with his People’s Party (PP) describing the agency as “a shady out t”.
In a statement, the trade union
Intersindical attacked the decision, saying that “by prioritising shortterm interests, they contribute to environmental decay and aggravate the e ects of extreme weather phenomena”.
The second source of anger aimed at the visiting o cials has to do with the helplessness of the days after the tragedy. One of the most heard questions in Paiporta, Catarroja, Bentusser or La Torre has been: “Where are the soldiers?” Residents say that the only help has come from volunteers and acts of solidarity as donations start to reach the areas where they are most needed.
Help Valencia collection points
The local expat community is showing solidarity for its Valencian neighbours through an outpouring of donations following the horrific consequences of the DANA that struck the region last Tuesday. The storm dumped more than 25,000 litres of water across the region in just 3 hours, with the deluge decimating villages and leaving more than 200 people dead. At time of writing, more than 1,900 people were still missing.
Please be aware that money is not being collected, but goods and food stuffs are badly needed. This includes:
dry food stuffs (pasta, rice, noodles, powdered milk etc), tinned foods, toiletries, clothing, footwear, blankets and water etc.
Know local collection points: Zenia Boulevard (hut near Primark)
Town Hall, Los Montesinos
Caritas charity centre, Los Montesinos
Rojales Indoor Market
Sliders Bar, el Galan
Royal Oak, el Galan
Hen´s Teeth, Villamartin Plaza
Made Up, Villamartin Plaza
The Club, Quesada
Big Reds Animal Association
Habaneras Shopping Centre
(lower floor)
Bar el Faro, Dona Pepa
Corner Flag, La Finca
Quintin´s, Algorfa
Big FM, Quesada
Cutting Crew, Quesada
Stagger Inn, Rojales
Castillo Trans, Benejuzar
Dog & Firkin, Catral
A Helping hand, El Chapparel
Unity Bar, San Luis
Laundry Shop, Playa Flamenca
The Card Shop, Punta Prima
Cwtch Tea Room, Punta Prima
Bucks E-Cigarettes, Playa Flamenca
Mary Macs, Cabo Roig Quicksave, Gran Alacant
Generous Christmas planned for Orihuela Costa
Orihuela Town Hall has turned it thoughts to Christmas and it looking to compensate for last years austere spending which resulted in a far from festive celebration. This year six contracts are being placed to cover everything from Santa´s Village to Christmas lights with a total spend of around 885,000 euros – a much healthier budget than last year’s miserly 61,000 euros.
The government has allocated €375,093 in Christmas lights for the entire municipality and generous provision has also been made for the Three Kings Parade with a budget of 207,696 euros, of which 154,940 is for
the city and 52,756 for the Coast.
This year´s Orihuela Costa Parade will have a marine theme, centred around The Little Mermaid and start at Playa Flamenca Town Hall weaving it’s way through the streets to the stage inside La Zenia shopping centre, where the crowds will greet the Magi and a thousand gifts will be distributed to children.
Other contracts that have been tendered are the Christmas Market in the city (60,500 euros), which will run from 14th to 24th December; a Magic Walk (66,550 euros) and the New Year’s Eve party (7,260 euros).
There will also be a Santa Claus
procession in the city centre and on the coast, with an estimated total value of 65,327 euros. Goblins, animated characters, stilt walkers, puppeteers and ladies from Lapland, are among the Christmas characters in addition to the Santa Claus oat. The procession for Orihuela Costa, will take into account he international population, Mama Noel will accompany ve Christmas queens representing the di erent parts of the world, in a parade full of surprises. This will take place on 20th December at 6pm leaving from the Town hall and travelling through Calle Pablo Picasso, Nicolas de Bussi, Dalí and Jade ending at Zenia Boulevard.
The successful bidder for this part of the celebrations must supply toys for the minimum amount of 3,000 in the centre and 1,500 on the coast. The contract for the installation of the municipal Nativity scene, one of the most important traditions in the Spanish Christmas, has a budget of 27,191 euros, of which 24,771 is for the city, which includes restoration of damaged pieces and the manufacture of new pieces, and 2,420 euros for the Coast. The municipal Nativity will be located in the former Orihuela tourist o ce in the city and at Playa Flamenca Town Hall on the coast
Orihuela City Council formalises the 41-million-euro loan
The Mayor of Orihuela, Pepe Vegara, has announced that the City Council signed the loan agreement with Caja Rural Central, so that the Council now has the €41,433,211.67 needed to carry out various municipal projects.
Of the three lots tendered, the first amounts to a total of €17,224,378.09 and will be applied to a multitude of investments related to infrastructures that affect numerous areas of the municipality of Orihuela. The construction of the second phase of the Orihuela Costa Security and Emergency Centre, the acquisition of vehicles and machinery for emergency management, the renovation of drinking water supply networks and the construction of the new footbridge over the AP-7 are some of the planned works that the council will undertake with this cash injection, in addition to carrying out street paving projects, road safety improvements, and the creation of new public spaces such as parks and recreational areas.
Lot 2 has a total value of €13,894,519.43.
It will be used to carry out numerous
investment actions related to the historicalartistic heritage, the management of municipal heritage, and the areas of industry and large projects.
The most notable are the redevelopment and revitalisation of the Historic Centre of Orihuela, as well as the development of new cultural and social infrastructures.
The mayor highlights investments that include the redevelopment of roads and public spaces, the creation of a Civic Centre and Auditorium in Orihuela Costa, the rehabilitation of the Regional Archaeological Museum of Orihuela or the expropriation of the lands of the Sports City. In addition, actions are contemplated for the continuation of the master plans for archaeological sites (notably Los Saladares) and the improvement of the walls of the Orihuela Castle.
Lot 3 secures €10,314,314.15 and is the lot that will address investments of various kinds related to social assistance, financing of the Oriol Occupational Centre and the CRIS, the MSW and Street
Cleaning service, security and public order, sports facilities, health and welfare services, animal protection, the environment, beaches, cultural promotion and citizen participation. Part of the money from this lot will be allocated to the modernisation of municipal buildings, the acquisition of new furniture and equipment or the construction of the second phase of the Molins Sports Zone. In addition, it includes the renovation of municipal centres, the installation of security cameras and the implementation of new technologies and renewable energies in public buildings. Vegara recalled that “these 41 million euros are added to the 20 million from the Municipal Land Assets (PMS), which were already incorporated a few months ago, so the Orihuela City Council now has more than 60 million euros to carry out important investments throughout the municipality, some of which are already underway and others that will begin from now on and which will become a reality in the coming months”.
Emergency volunteers from Vega Baja head to Valencia
The Vega Baja is preparing to be able to leave for Valencia when requested in order to provide assistance to those affected by the DANA across the province of Valencia. The corresponding organisations are coordinating the voluntary aid personnel, some patrols from the Vega Baja have already left for Valencia, while others are prepared to go at a moment’s notice.
Orihuela City Council is in contact with the Valencian Agency for Security and Emergencies to see when it can access the affected areas and indicate the most urgent needs and where help is most needed.
A patrol has already left Almoradí, with two officers and the head of the Local Police, heading towards the ground zero of this DANA: the town of Paiporta. With the aim of joining the operation to
locate and rescue affected people.
Torrevieja Civil Protection already has several teams prepared with all the necessary material to move to Valencia at the moment indicated. In addition, local police officers from the city have already signed up as volunteers to also move to Valencia.
The Councillor for Emergencies, Federico Alarcón, has reported that they are “in constant communication, waiting for them to officially ask us for what they need. At the moment, nothing has come beyond that we have police officers prepared, because there is a possibility that they will require them.”
Torrevieja has a list for the troops to sign up voluntarily and midmorning the councillor indicated that “there were about 15 and a commander, an inspector of the Local Police”.
Alarcón has recognised that “once again, the city of Torrevieja never ceases to surprise us with its capacity and solidarity, but what happened during the DANA in the Vega Baja caused people who wanted to help to have to be rescued because they were not well coordinated. Therefore, I want to convey that there should be caution, that we will keep people informed from the City Council, that we are aware of the wonderful will of the people of Torrevieja and that we will try to channel it in the best way”.
The Guardamar del Segura Local Police sent out two patrols with eight officers on Thursday and another six officers will leave on Friday. They are equipped with different rescue equipment and are already at the Advanced Command Post in Picanya, Valencia.
Spain seizes record 13 tonnes of cocaine hidden in bananas, destined for Alicante
Spain’s National Police and customs o cers have seized 13 tons of cocaine in the Spanish port of Algeciras, Cádiz, camou aged among a shipment of bananas. The cocaine was hidden in a container that had arrived from Ecuador, one of the major platforms for the export of cocaine in recent years, and its destination was a fruit company based in Alicante province.
These 13 tons represent a new record for a cocaine shipment seized on Spanish soil, as they exceed the 9.5 tons seized in the summer of 2023, also in Algeciras.
Last year, 64 tons of cocaine were seized in Spanish ports.
Today, one of the hottest spots for drug tra cking on a global scale is Ecuador, which is experiencing a serious security crisis.
One arrest has been made in connection with this latest haul, but more
suspects are being sought.
The fruit company involved, located in the municipality of El Campello, had already been investigated for previous seizures of drug caches. There were police raids on this and other premises following the discovery.
To date, the record for cocaine seizures was held by the 9.5 tons seized in August 2023. On that occasion, investigators traced a trail of at least 30 European criminal organisations that had joined forces to ship this merchandise from Ecuador. The Tax Agency de ned it as the “most important operation in the history of Spain in the ght against cocaine.” The drug was hidden among a shipment of bananas. Investigators con rmed the great logistical capacity of the network, with a capacity to send 40 containers per month to Europe.
Almost 70% of drug
seizures by customs authorities in Europe occur in ports, according to the 2023 European Drug Report. In addition to Spain, major ports in Belgium and the Netherlands are regularly used by drug tra cking organisations. The report also warned that concerns about the operations of these networks had spread to smaller ports elsewhere in Europe.
Spanish wine weeks until 16 November
From the 1st to the 16th of November we will have “Spanish Wine Weeks”. We pay extra attention to the Spanish Wines.
La Rioja is one of the most famous wine regions in Spain. Rioja, together with Priorat, is one of the only 2 wine regions that is allowed to use the designation of origin D.O. Ca. La Rioja is one of the seventeen autonomous regions and province of Spain. The region is located in the north of the country and borders the Basque Country, Navarre, Aragon and Castile and León. The capital of La Rioja is Logroño, a city with over 150,000 inhabitants.
Rioja is known for its Tempranillo. But white, rosé and red wines are also made in the rioja. The main red grape varieties for the red and rosé wines are tempranillo, garnacha, mazuelo and graciano. The tempranillo is the most important for red wine.
Tempranillo is a grape that grows well in a warm and sunny climate. It is a grape that is characterized by the soft characteristics of the grape variety.
There are a number of influences that make Rioja extremely suitable for wine production: the rich limestone and clay soil, which promote the growth and supply of minerals, make the soil very fertile. Apart from that, thanks to the funnel-shaped estuary, the influence of the ocean is still present in the Elbro Valley. The higher landscape also ensures a slightly cooler temperature, which benefits the quality of the aging process of the wine.
This combination has made La Rioja the first wine region in Spain to be awarded the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) quality label! This quality mark is for wines that have proven for a long time that they are of the best quality.
Priorat wines With its arid soil and inhospitable landscape, Priorat (Tarragona) has traditionally been one of the poorest regions of Catalonia. In the late 1970s, no one gave a penny for the plans of a
group of visionaries to revive the once-thriving wine industry. And yet they did it: Priorat is now one of the most important wine regions in the world. The Priorat region has a rugged and spectacular mountain landscape, with narrow vineyard terraces on steep slopes. The ‘tiger skin soil’, which is called llicorella here, consists of red shale with small mica (quartz) particles that strongly reflect the sun. Old vines of cariñena (carignan) and garnacha (grenache) with extremely low yields form the basis for one of the most powerful and concentrated red wines in Spain. The vines take root deep in the gorges
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Spanish growth soars
Spain is on track to become the world’s fastest-growing major advanced economy this year, outpacing its Eurozone counterparts, thanks to strong growth in tourism, immigration, foreign investment, and government spending. Economists surveyed by Consensus Economics project that Spain’s GDP will grow 2.7 percent in 2023, more than three times the Eurozone average. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is even more optimistic, forecasting a 2.9 percent expansion, slightly ahead of the 2.8 percent growth expected for the US.
The Eurozone’s fourthlargest economy is leading an economic shift across the region, outperforming Germany and other wealthier northern economies, like the Netherlands, which have faced stagnation. This trend has turned the spotlight on traditionally weaker southern economies such as Spain and Greece, which have rebounded with unexpected vigour this year.
Third-quarter GDP data, is expected to con rm Spain’s robust growth, underscoring
the country’s turnaround since the COVID-19 pandemic. While Spain’s post-pandemic recovery was initially slower than many of its peers, the economy has now expanded 5.7 percent since 2019, outpacing the Eurozone’s 4.2 percent growth rate. Increased government spending, including pandemic relief measures and public-sector job creation, has been a key driver, accounting for nearly 60 percent of this growth, according to Funcas, a Spanish economic think tank.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has highlighted Spain’s economic strength as a point of national pride and international recognition. “I can say that Spain is living an extraordinary moment,” Sánchez said last week. “Our country is experiencing great success.” The economic momentum has o ered Sánchez a welcome boost as he seeks to cement Spain’s standing in global economic circles.
However, opposition politicians and some economists caution that the growth story has a ipside. Spain’s GDP per capita is rising
more slowly than overall GDP, partially due to a signi cant increase in the labor force from an in ux of 700,000 workingage immigrants over the past three years. These new arrivals, primarily in low-skilled, lowpaid jobs, have lifted Spain’s population from 47.4 million to nearly 49 million.
Critics of the Socialist-led government argue that while headline growth is strong, many Spanish families continue to grapple with high living costs and a severe shortage of a ordable housing. Juan Bravo, economic policy chief for the opposition People’s Party, warns that the growth is overly reliant on public spending, which could prove unsustainable given Spain’s debt-to-GDP ratio, currently at 102 percent. “When growth is based on public spending that you can’t maintain in a country with a high debt-toGDP ratio, somebody should be concerned,” Bravo said.
Looking ahead, Spain’s growth rate is expected to slow to 2.1 percent in 2024, but the current momentum remains a vital asset for Sánchez as he navigates the country’s economic landscape amid mounting challenges.
Sumar coalition uncertain following sexual abuse allegation
Íñigo Errejón, a high-pro le member of Spain’s junior coalition party Sumar, is under investigation for alleged sexual abuse, Spanish o cials con rmed. Errejón, who served as the spokesperson for the left-wing Sumar coalition, announced his resignation from politics in a post on social media platform X, though he did not directly address the allegations against him.
The accusations surfaced after Spanish journalist Cristina Fallarás posted an anonymous message on Instagram, which accused an unnamed “well-known Madrid-based politician” of psychological abuse. Shortly afterward, actress Elisa Mouliaá publicly identi ed Errejón as the alleged abuser, posting on X, “I am a victim of sexual harassment by Íñigo Errejón and I want to denounce it.”
The Spanish Ministry of Interior later con rmed that Mouliaá had led a formal complaint. According to her police statement, the alleged incident occurred in September 2021 during a private gathering, where Errejón allegedly acted violently and engaged in non-consensual physical contact, leaving her
“paralysed and unable to react.”
Spanish media reported that in a private conversation with Sumar’s leadership, Errejón admitted to “machismo,” a term in Spain that encompasses toxic masculinity and unwanted behaviour toward women.
Sumar, a progressive, feminist-aligned coalition, has seen declining support in recent elections, leading to Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz stepping back from her leadership role within the party. Errejón’s departure, one that many say signi cantly weakens the coalition, comes as Spain faces increased scrutiny over abuses of power, particularly following the high-pro le case of former Spanish women’s national football team president Luis Rubiales, who resigned in a similar scandal.
In his resignation announcement, Errejón alluded to the allegations, stating, “Ideological struggle is also a struggle to build better ways of life and relationships — more caring, more supportive, and therefore freer.” Sumar has since launched an internal investigation into the accusations.
Prime Minister Pedro
Sánchez, whose government is closely allied with Sumar, expressed solidarity with women facing abuse, praising Díaz for her swift response.
“This is a very unpleasant moment, but we’ve taken action,” Sánchez stated, emphasizing the government’s commitment to addressing these issues head-on. “This case is particularly painful for a feminist government, but the key is how one responds. As soon as the situation became known, Yolanda (Díaz) acted swiftly and decisively.”
In the wake of the scandal, Spain’s main opposition, the conservative People’s Party, has called on Díaz to clarify when she rst became aware of the allegations, as Errejón had been seen as a possible successor to her leadership.
As the controversy unfolds, Sumar faces increasing political pressure, with negotiations over this year’s budget adding to the coalition’s challenges. Errejón, who co-founded the leftist party Podemos before establishing Más País, which later joined Sumar, leaves behind a decade-long political legacy now overshadowed by serious allegations.
WHY DO WE CALL IT A RESTAURANT?
This fascinating story dates back to 1765, when an innkeeper named Dossier Boulanger opened a restaurant in Paris and hung the following sign on the door:
“Venite ad me vos qui stomacho laboratis et ego restaurabo vos”
There were not many Parisians in 1765 who could read French, let alone Latin, but those who could, knew what Boulanger, the owner, said:
“Come to my house, men with tired stomachs, and I will restore you.”
The phrase was so popular that since then, all restaurants in the world are called “RESTAURANTS.”
Apart from the delicious gastronomy that became famous
throughout France, Boulanger delighted his diners with delicious desserts prepared by himself, and due to the fame of his pastries, Boulanger is also the reason why bakeries in France are called “boulangeries.”
The word restaurant soon became established and the most reputable chefs who until then had only worked for private families, kings and ministers also opened their own businesses or were hired by a new group of small businessmen: RESTAURANTORS
The term “RESTAURANT” arrived in the United States in 1794, brought by the French refugee from the revolution Jean Baptiste Gilbert Paypalt, who founded what would be the rst French restaurant in the United States called “Julien’s Restorator”.
GBP
Following the UK general election in July, this week saw highly anticipated rst Labour budget since 2010 delivered by the Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Although there was much negative press attention beforehand, it did mean that speculation around many of the budget’s outcomes began well in advance of the budget announcement, muting the FX market reaction.
However, the O ce of Budget Responsibility has since estimated that borrowing costs, bank rates and in ation will all go up, and that overall employment with decrease at a faster rate than before the budget.
These are the key policies announced in Labour’s Autumn Budget.
• Tax increases: The budget includes £40 billion in tax hikes to address public nance de cits and fund public services. This includes a signi cant increase in employer National Insurance contributions from 13.8% to 15% and a reduction in the threshold from £9,100 to £5,000.
• Public investment: Over the next ve years, the government plans to boost capital investment by over £100 billion, focusing on transport, housing, and research and development.
• Support for low-paid workers: The National Living Wage will increase, bene ting over 3 million low-paid workers, including 18–21-year-olds, for whom minimum wage will by increase 16.3%. Additionally, the Household Support Fund and Discretionary Housing Payments will be extended to help vulnerable people.
• NHS funding: There will be increased funding for the NHS, to support a range of commitments, including 40,000 extra elective appointments a week to reduce waiting lists.
• Fiscal rules: New scal rules have been introduced to ensure economic stability, including a stability rule to balance the current budget and an investment rule to reduce net nancial debt as a proportion of GDP.
• Business support: The budget included
some measures to support businesses, such as freezing the small business multiplier and providing relief on business rates for retail, hospitality, and leisure properties.
• Cost of living: The government committed to maintaining the State Pension Triple Lock and increasing working-age bene ts in line with in ation.
Aside from the budget, the UK’s economic data releases were relatively quiet this week. Next week, however, the Bank of England will deliver its next rate decision on Thursday, with the probability of a rate cut falling from 95% on Tuesday to 79% today. The Federal Reserve will also meet on the same day, following the US Election on Tuesday 5th November.
EUR
EU year-on-year in ation has dropped from a high of 10.7% in October 2022 to 1.7% in September 2024, indicating that the European Central Bank has successfully brought in ation closer to the 2% target.
Over the past four years, we have seen the dangers of high in ation, but low in ation and de ation can also harm the economy. The ECB now faces the challenge of balancing interest rates and other measures to maintain in ation around 2%.
The latest CPI in ation data was released on Thursday. It was forecast to come in at 1.9% but came in slightly higher than expectation at 2%. This could lead to the ECB considering further interest rate cuts, which could weaken the euro.
This commentary does not constitute nancial advice. All rates are sourced from Bloomberg and forecasts are taken from Forex Factory.
None of the information contained in this document constitutes, nor should be construed as, nancial advice.
Family from Dolores endures over two year wait for daughter’s dependency status approval
For over two years, a family in Dolores has been waiting for their 6-year-old daughter’s dependency status to be fully recognized—a process essential to receiving adequate support for her complex care needs. The young girl has PhelanMcDermid syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that impacts around 200 people in Spain and is caused by a deletion or structural change at the end of chromosome 22 in the 22q13 region, or by a mutation in the SHANK3 gene. “This is what connects the neurons,” explains her father, Manu Llopis. To put it simply, he adds, “this disease acts like cognitive Alzheimer’s: she learns and then forgets, again and again. We don’t know how long she’ll remember something
before forgetting it. For instance, she may manage her sphincters for a few months, only to need diapers again and start from scratch. She can’t communicate, go to the bathroom, eat, shower, or dress herself independently.”
Currently, her level 1 dependency status qualifies her for €180 per month—a benefit which, even then, began later than expected. However, her condition would actually qualify her as level 3, which would bring a higher monthly benefit and access to a Child Therapeutic Assistance Person (PATI). This would help with the extensive therapeutic care she needs: communication exercises with an occupational therapist, motor skills support through swimming,
physical therapy, and more. “With a PATI to support her 4-8 hours a day, it would make a huge difference not only for her progress but also for us as a family,” says Manu.
Since initiating the dependency status request in July 2022, the family has submitted two appeals to the Ombudsman, who has supported their claims regarding delays. Manu emphasizes that they are determined to fight this bureaucratic battle not only for their daughter but for other families facing similar struggles: “This is exhausting, and the process is long and disheartening. But this isn’t about me; it’s for my daughter and for those who might face this in the future. We’ll keep fighting to the end.”
Couple arrested for violently robbing an eighty-year-old woman in Rafal
The Civil Guard of Alicante, supported by the Rafal Local Police, has arrested a couple suspected of violently robbing an 84-year-old woman in early September on a street in Rafal. The suspect reportedly approached the elderly woman under the pretense of asking for directions, then forcibly snatched a gold necklace from her, eeing the scene. The victim sustained injuries requiring medical attention.
Amid community concern, the Callosa de Segura Civil Guard Investigation Department launched an investigation to track down the perpetrators. Authorities discovered that the suspect had an accomplice waiting in a nearby vehicle to aid in the escape.
On October 18, after gathering substantial evidence, authorities arrested a 39-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman, both with prior convictions for similar o enses. The suspects,
now facing charges of robbery with violence, have been brought before the judicial authorities. The Court of Instruction No. 2 of Orihuela has ordered their release under precautionary measures.
The investigation’s progress was supported by a thorough analysis of the suspects’ methods and e ective collaboration with the Rafal Local Police.
Civil Guard seizes more than 350 counterfeit products in Torrevieja
The Civil Guard has investigated 25 individuals in connection with crimes against industrial property during an operation that led to the seizure of 13,080 counterfeit items across street markets, shops, and tourist access points throughout various towns in Alicante province. These towns include Torrevieja, Benidorm, La Cala de Villajoyosa, Denia, Calpe, and Crevillente. The seized counterfeit goods, which include branded sportswear, leather items, lighters, and other textiles and consumer products, have an estimated legal market value exceeding one million euros.
This operation, part of the broader “Operation Summer 2024” conducted between July and September, was focused on halting the sale of counterfeit items taking advantage of high demand driven by major international sporting events like the European Championship, the Copa América, and the Paris Olympic Games. Throughout July and August, Civil Guard agents from the Fiscal and
Border Patrol (PAFIF) of Calpe, the Fiscal Detachment of Denia, and Citizen Security officers from Calpe and Torrevieja intensified surveillance at weekly markets and high-traffic tourist locations. In Benidorm, La Cala de Villajoyosa, and Denia, actions were carried out in street markets, leading to interventions at thirteen different market stalls. In Calpe and Torrevieja, agents also set up access controls along
beaches and promenades. In Torrevieja specifically, officers from the Main Post conducted targeted interventions along the seafront promenade, seizing over 350 counterfeit items, including sports gear, bags, and sunglasses. As part of these efforts, authorities inspected various sales points, leading to the investigation of three men, aged between 35 and 56, as suspected perpetrators
of industrial property crimes.
In the northern sector of the province, the operation extended to inspections at three commercial establishments in Benidorm and further interventions at thirteen market stalls and four street vendors in Calpe. These efforts resulted in the confiscation of 7,535 counterfeit items, including sports gear, leather goods,
and textiles, and led to the investigation of 20 individuals aged between 26 and 56. In Crevillente, coordinated efforts between the Civil Guard and the Local Police resulted in the seizure of 6,288 counterfeit products from two commercial outlets and the investigation of two men, aged 49 and 54. Overall, the operation removed 13,080 counterfeit products from the illegal market, including 3,713 sports kits, 3,822 leather and textile items, and more than 6,200 counterfeit lighters. The trade in these goods represents a serious fraud and unfair competition for lawful businesses and self-employed workers who comply with tax obligations.
To date, the investigation has implicated 25 individuals of varied nationalities, including Pakistani, Indian, Spanish, Senegalese, Moroccan, and Chinese. All those involved face charges of industrial property crimes related to the sale and distribution of counterfeit products.
Spanish airport operator Aena reports record €1.45 billion profit
Spain’s tourism boom this year has led to a record-breaking pro t for Spanish airport operator
Aena, which reported approximately €1.45 billion in pro t from January to September, a 27.3% increase over the €1.14 billion from the same period last year, according to the national securities market commission (CNMV) on October 30.
Aena’s gross operating pro t (Ebitda) for the rst nine months reached €2.66 billion, re ecting a margin of 60.6% and a 26% increase from €2.11 billion in 2023. Passenger tra c across Aena-operated airports, including Spain, London-Luton, and its Brazilian airports, rose to 282.5 million (+8.9%), with Spanish airports seeing a 9.8% increase, totaling 237.8 million passengers.
Airbnb criticises Spanish Government’s proposals on holiday rentals
Total investments for the period amounted to €623.4 million, focusing on facility upgrades and operational safety.
Aena’s total revenue rose to €4.39 billion, up 16.3% due to increased air tra c. Aeronautical revenue accounted for €2.42 billion (+14.6%), while commercial revenue, bolstered by increased sales, hit €1.32 billion (+16.6%).
In terms of debt, Aena reduced its net nancial debt to €5.7 billion from €6.22 billion in 2023, achieving a net nancial debt-to-Ebitda ratio of 1.60 times. Strong cash ow generation was noted, with €2.35 billion net cash generated, up from €1.9 billion over the same period in 2023. Overall expenses totaled €2.37 billion (+4.3%), with a 12.1% increase in
A signi cant contribution came from Aena Brasil’s Eleven Brazilian Airports Block (BOAB), which added €136.1 million to revenue and €74.9 million to Ebitda.
Spanish airport network operating expenses, excluding energy costs.
Aena’s share price ranged between €159.80 and €201.00, closing September at €197.60—a 20.4% increase since December 31, 2023, outpacing the 17.6% gain in the Ibex 35 index.
Aena also announced incentives for 17 smaller Spanish airports still recovering from pre-Covid tra c levels, o ering a 100% discount on security and PRM fees for extra passengers over 2023 gures. The incentive applies in the 2025 and 2026 summer and winter seasons, reducing operational costs by about 70% for additional ights. Additionally, Aena set the maximum annual adjusted revenue per passenger (Imaaj) for 2025 at €10.40, a 0.54% increase over 2024’s rate.
Three arrested for violent robbery of farmer in Cox
The Civil Guard, with assistance from local police in Cox-Granja de Rocamora and San Isidro, recently completed “Operation Estación24,” leading to the arrest of three individuals connected to a violent robbery. The incident took place in Cox, where the suspects allegedly confronted a farm owner, ultimately threatening, pushing him to the ground, and forcing him to hand over money and other belongings.
The investigation was prompted on October 10, when the farmer led
a complaint with the Civil Guard, detailing the altercation on his property. According to his report, he encountered a man and a woman as he was leaving his farm. The pair reportedly threatened and assaulted him, pushing him to the ground. Later, at his residence, the farmer was coerced into giving €1,000 to one of the assailants and another accomplice, while the woman allegedly stole a bicycle from his property.
The Civil Guard’s Roca Team from the Torrevieja Company and personnel from Callosa
de Segura’s Main Post led the investigation. They conducted site inspections, gathered testimonies, and analyzed all available information. Through this process and with cooperation from local law enforcement, the police identi ed the suspects’ vehicle and later con rmed the identities of the three involved: two men and a woman, all between 24 and 40 years old, with prior records related to property crimes. The arrests occurred between October 22 and 25 in San Isidro and Cox. The suspects were charged with violent robbery and a liation with a criminal group. Authorities also recovered the stolen bicycle, which has been returned to its rightful owner. Following their court appearance, the Orihuela Court released the suspects provisionally pending further proceedings.
Airbnb has criticized Spain’s proposed housing ministry regulations targeting holiday rental ats, cautioning that these measures could raise rental prices and negatively impact individuals relying on short-term rentals for income.
In a response to the ministry’s public consultation, Airbnb referenced cases in Portugal, New York, and Scotland as examples where restrictive rental regulations were ine ective, often disregarding local dynamics and failing to address housing issues. The company noted that in some instances, like Portugal, regulations were reversed after proving unworkable. Airbnb also pointed to Barcelona’s “absolute moratorium” on short-term rental licenses since 2014, asserting that rental prices there have risen by 70% over the last decade.
According to Airbnb, data from Spain’s National Institute of Statistics (INE) shows there are around 340,000 holiday ats across Spain, which constitutes
just 1% of the total housing stock, compared to 4.7 million vacant homes, representing 14% of total housing.
Under the new regulations proposed by the housing ministry, short-term rentals would need to register and obtain an identi cation number by 2025 to be listed on digital rental platforms. Properties without this veri cation would be barred from short-term renting.
Alignment with European Legislation
Airbnb warned that Spain’s proposal “signi cantly diverges” from the EU’s approach, which advocates for balanced, locally-tailored rules based on shared data between governments and platforms. The European regulation aims for a single, straightforward registration, while Spain’s proposed decree introduces extra layers of complexity, requiring hosts to register at both regional and national levels and maintain a municipal license.
Additionally, Airbnb criticized the requirement for hosts to obtain separate national registration numbers for tourism and non-tourism purposes, rather than a single identi er per property. The company also objected to the annual renewal and associated fees, which add administrative and nancial burdens for hosts.
Implementing disproportionate regulations on short-term rentals could harm the sector and deny local families the bene ts of tourism, especially in rural regions,” Airbnb argued, underscoring that short-term rentals are a core part of its business.
Lease contract awarded for 17 local police vehicles valued at €940,837
This morning, Federico Alarcón, the CouncillorSecretary of the Local Government Board of Torrevieja City Council, announced the awarding of two signi cant contracts aimed at enhancing local services.
The rst contract involves the leasing of 17 vehicles for the Torrevieja Local Police, amounting to €940,837 over a duration of four years. The successful bidder for this contract is TRANSTEL SA.
The vehicles will include 10 SUV-type patrol vehicles: 4 equipped with police gear and arrestee kits, and 6 equipped with police gear but without arrestee kits.
2 vans: 1 for reporting with police equipment and another for reporting with 9 seats and police equipment.
1 all-terrain pick-up vehicle with police equipment.
4 passenger cars to support general Local Police services, which will not have police equipment.
TRANSTEL SA will also provide several upgrades, including:
A high-quality workshop tool trolley with at least 170 parts, valued at €300.
Two portable vehicle battery starters, each worth €200. Two xed/portable vehicle starters/chargers, each valued at €600.
Contract for Installation and Maintenance of Tra c Lights
The second contract awarded is for the installation and maintenance of tra c lights in Torrevieja, totaling €376,068 for four years. The contract has been awarded to ELECTRONIC TRAFIC SA.
Preventive maintenance:
Ensuring all tra c light installations are regularly checked, cleaned, and painted to maintain functionality. Breakdown repair: Addressing any malfunctions swiftly, with a permanent service available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, responding to reported issues within 2 hours. Auxiliary materials: Maintaining necessary spare parts to ensure e cient service and response times, with a minimum of duplicate items for quick repairs. Modi cations and adaptations: Executing changes to installations as required. Vehicle and personnel allocation: Providing su cient resources to ful ll the contract’s demands. Additionally, the successful bidder will implement centralized tra c lights at 20 intersections in Torrevieja and procure two passenger cars and three vans with the DGT “0” environmental label, promoting eco-friendly transportation solutions. These contracts re ect the city’s commitment to improving public safety and enhancing tra c management systems.
National Police arrests a member of a criminal gang specializing in drug trafficking in Torrevieja
The National Police have detained a 27-year-old Polish man in Torrevieja, in compliance with a European arrest warrant issued by Polish authorities.
The man is accused of participating in a criminal organization engaged in drug trafficking and the large-scale production of synthetic drugs, specifically 3-CMC and 4-CMC.
As part of his role, the detainee was allegedly responsible for the unlawful handling, disposal, and transportation of over 7,000 liters of hazardous substances, including chemicals like toluene, methylamine, hydrochloric acid, and dichloromethane. These substances were reportedly transported in unlabelled plastic containers without proper precautions and were subsequently dumped in public areas. This disposal method endangered public health and safety, impacting
the quality of local water, air, and soil and causing significant damage to surrounding flora and fauna. Additionally, authorities allege the man provided the criminal group with transportation to manage and move the hazardous waste, profiting substantially from this involvement.
Arrest Details and Legal Proceedings
The suspect was apprehended in a public parking area in Torrevieja. He was subsequently placed at the disposal of the Alicante Court of Instruction, where the Central Court of Instruction will question him via secure telecommunication methods. Spanish authorities have confirmed that the detainee had no prior police record within Spain.
Details on 3-CMC and 4-CMC Substances
The synthetic drugs 3-CMC and 4-CMC, which are central to this case, belong to a class of chemicals known as
cathinones, which are similar in effect to amphetamines. Typically manufactured in clandestine laboratories, these drugs are distributed illegally in powder or crystal form. They are known to induce stimulant and euphoric effects, such as increased energy, elevated mood, and excitement. However, these substances also pose significant health risks, including increased heart rate, hypertension, anxiety, hallucinations, and a high potential for addiction.
The dangers associated with 3-CMC and 4-CMC are compounded by the illicit production methods, where dosages and potency vary greatly. This unpredictability can lead to severe health consequences, including overdose. As a result, these drugs present substantial public health risks, exacerbated by the involvement of organized criminal networks that prioritize profit over safety.
Business means business, but it doesn’t have to mean taking a ‘Dog eat dog’ attitude
This quote sums up quite accurately what Michelle Ward of GC Partners and I (Nicola Farnhill of Connected to Self Therapy and Coaching) decided to create when we launched ‘The Ladies business group’ here on the Costa Blanca.
A meeting of like-minded business women, who wantto have asuccessful business based on authenticity and creating positive connections, with good intentions.
A place where women could feel supported and understood and receive training on how to harness their feminine energy and grow as entrepreneurs, employers and employees.
A group where women can cheer each other on and achieve success from a place of ‘We’ rather than ‘I.’
Be abundant and prosperous.
Every 6 weeks or so we get together and enjoy lunch. We bring with us, a positive intention to make a di erence to the women in the group.
We leave with powerful information as to how to grow as women and in business.
Michelle is an experienced sales woman and Manager, who is highly successful in the eld of foreign currency exchange.
Michelle has lived on the Costa Blanca for years and is passionate about bringing business success and growth to GC Partners Currency Exchange and her sta and the women in business that she connects with daily and that surround her.
Michelle is committed to becoming the best version of herself, so she can serve at the highest level.
Iwork with people who want to reconnect with their authentic self, remove the mindset and behaviours that are stopping them from achieving and experiencing life at its fullest, happiest and most successful.
To connect with Michelle and for
I (Nicola) am a time served counsellor, therapist and coach who has lives and works on the Costa Blanca.
This Week´s Movie Picks
The Hitman´s Bodyguard
Saturday 9 November, ITV2, 10.00 pm
With his reputation in tatters after the painfully unsuccessful delivery of a distinguished Japanese client, the former triple-A protection agent, Michael Bryce, is now reduced to a mere second-class bodyguard for hire, two years after the disgraceful incident. Under those circumstances, Bryce would do anything to prove his worth, and, before long, he accepts an o er from Interpol to escort the international assassin, Darius Kincaid, from Manchester to the Hague. The task seems simple: Bryce needs to transport him from point A to point B; nevertheless, the trip to the Netherlands is long and hazardous, and Kincaid--as the only one with the guts and enough hard evidence to testify against a tyrannical Belarusian dictator--is an obvious target. Undoubtedly, it’s a tough job, as the mismatched duo will have to put aside their grudges, and race against the clock in a non-stop concerto for bullets. Can the hitman’s bodyguard carry through the most important mission in his career?
Evan Almighty
Sunday 10 November, ITV2, 5.10 pm
Buffalo
newsman Evan Baxter is elected to Congress with the slogan, “Change the world.” He lucks into a huge house in a new Virginia suburb. His Capitol o ce is also fantastic, but there’s a catch: he’s tapped by the powerful Congressman Long to co-sponsor a bill to allow development in national parks. In steps God, who appears to a disbelieving Evan and gently commands him to build an ark. Tools and wood arrive in Evan’s yard, animal pairs follow, his beard and hair grow wildly, nomad’s clothes and a sta appear. Long grows impatient, Evan starts building, his family leaves him, reporters gather, and drought grips D.C. Still, Evan believes. But will he change the world?
Tuesday 5th November
Love’s Culinary Cruise
16:00 Tipping Point: Lucky Stars
17:00 Deal or No Deal
18:00 The Chase
19:00 ITV News London
19:30 ITV Evening News
20:30 Emmerdale
21:00 The Martin Lewis Money Show Live
22:00 Until I Kill You 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:30 ITV News London
17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 The Chase 19:00 ITV News London
19:30 ITV Evening News
20:30 Emmerdale
21:00 Coronation Street
22:00 Until I Kill You
23:00 ITV News at Ten
23:30 ITV News London
23:45 Peston
08:15 Cheers 08:40 The King of Queens 09:10 The King of Queens 09:40 The King of Queens 10:10 Frasier 10:40 Frasier
11:10 Frasier
11:40 Frasier
12:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA
13:05 Channel 4 News Summary
13:10 Undercover Boss USA 14:10 Find It, Fix It, Flog It 15:10 Countdown
16:00 A Place in the Sun
17:00 A Place in the Sun
18:00 Four in a Bed
18:30 Help! We Bought a Village
19:30 The Simpsons
20:00 Channel 4 News
21:00 The Great British Bake Off 22:15 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris to Istanbul 23:00 Live: America Decides: US Presidential Election
07:00 Countdown 07:40 Cheers
08:05 Cheers
08:30 Cheers
08:55 The King of Queens
09:25 The King of Queens
09:50 The King of Queens
10:20 Frasier
10:50 Frasier
11:20 Frasier
11:50 Frasier
12:15 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA
13:10 Channel 4 News
14:10 Find It, Fix It, Flog It
15:10 Countdown
16:00 A Place in the Sun
17:00 A Place in the Sun
18:00 Four in a Bed
18:30 Help! We Bought a Village
19:30 The Simpsons
20:00 Channel 4 News
21:00 Location, Location, Location
22:00 Grand Designs
23:00 New Zealand’s Best Homes With Phil Spencer
08:35 The Adventures of Paddington 08:55 Milo 09:10 PAW Patrol 09:25 Reu & Harper’s Wonder World 09:40 Milkshake! Music Explorers 09:45 Peppa Pig 09:50 Peppa Pig 09:55 Pop Paper City 10:05 Milkshake! Bopping About 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:30 Storm Huntley 13:55 5 News at Lunchtime 14:00 Home and Away 14:30 Boyfriends of Christmas Past 16:15 A Very Merry Mix Up 18:00 5 News at 5 19:00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 20:00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia 21:00 The Yorkshire Vet 22:00 Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild 23:00 Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts 07:30 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 07:45 Mr Bean: The Animated
08:05 Peppa Pig
08:10 Peppa Pig
08:15 PAW Patrol
08:30 Pip and Posy 08:35 The Adventures of Paddington
08:55 Milo 09:10 PAW Patrol
09:25 Reu & Harper’s Wonder World
09:40 Milkshake! Music Explorers
09:45 Peppa Pig 09:50 Peppa Pig 09:55 Pop Paper City 10:05 Milkshake! Bopping About 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:30 Storm Huntley 13:55 5 News at Lunchtime 14:00 Home and Away 14:30 The Spirit of Christmas 16:15 Catch Me if You Claus 18:00 5 News at 5 19:00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 20:00 Shop Smart, Save Money 21:00 Traffic Cops 22:00 Police: Night Shift 999 23:00 Inside The Force: 24/7
07:45 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:05 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:15 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:45 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo
luck find or tudio T irt T o T eatre group
Is Geri, our choreographer, Lena Zaveroni and Bonnie Langford wrapped into one? The work load, the enthusiasm and the delightful way of producing and teaching routines from the songs in our scripts, would suggest so. She has brought fresh dynamics to dancing and tapping in the productions of Studio32 and delights the audiences with each original routine. Theatre seasons come and go, yet behind the scenes, rehearsals develop over ve months as the dedicated members practice their roles. Long established members are joined by new talented members for each show which is an ongoing requirement and delight. This is Spain. People move, nd jobs. Some actually move back to the UK. Heaven knows why! But fortunately, some move to Spain! Imagine
this. Geri missed her former life in theatre. She was a dancer from the age of two, made her debut at The Winter Gardens aged six and progressed to performing in over 70 shows in the UK. She played in leading roles, ensembles and dance routines. Geri progressed to choreograph numerous productions. No wonder there was something missing when she moved to Spain. This is where the luck comes in. A chance remark and a ticket to see our production of Guys and Dolls brought Geri to Studio32. The rest is history. Geri took the role of choreographer and became fully committed to the group. She also sings and dances in all of our productions and adds huge talent to the group. She also nds the time to assist in the wardrobe department. Geri admits that joining the group has been the tick in the box to ful l
her life in Spain and that working alongside such a talented team has made her very content. It goes without saying that everyone in the company is absolutely delighted to have Geri at the helm as choreographer. Please do come along and see what the excitement is all about. The Studio32 Broadway Christmas is showing this month at Cardinal Belluga Theatre from Tuesday 26th to Friday 29th. Tickets are selling fast so book yours now to avoid missing out. The following outlets have tickets or go online at Studiothirtytwo.org.
Post room, Benimar, The Card Place, Benijofar, Con Mar, Quesada, Cards and More, La Marina, Marina Dress , La Marina, Bobs Bar ,La Marina, La Bodega supermarket ,San Louis and The Post Box, Donna Peppa .
Thursday 7th November
01:25 Teleshopping 04:00 Big Zuu’s 12 Dishes in 12 Hours 04:30 The Jonathan Ross Show 04:55 Unwind with ITV 06:05 Deal or No Deal
07:00 Good Morning Britain 10:00 Lorraine
11:00 This Morning
13:30 Loose Women
14:30 ITV Lunchtime News
14:55 ITV News London
15:00 Judi Love’s Culinary Cruise
16:00 Tipping Point: Lucky Stars
17:00 Deal or No Deal
18:00 The Chase
19:00 ITV News London
19:30 ITV Evening News
20:30 Emmerdale
Lucan
Red Dwarf
Newsnight
Friday 8th November
21:30 Tonight 22:00 Until I Kill You: The Real Story 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:30 ITV News London 23:45 Road to Perdition
01:40 Teleshopping 04:00 Prince William: We Can End Homelessness
09:25 Frasier 09:55 Frasier 10:25 Frasier 10:55 The Simpsons 11:25 The Simpsons 11:55 The Simpsons
12:25 The Simpsons
12:55 Couples Come Dine with Me
08:10 Peppa Pig 08:15 PAW Patrol
08:30 Pip and Posy 08:35 The Adventures of Paddington 08:55 Milo
09:10 PAW Patrol
09:25 Reu & Harper’s Wonder World
09:40 Milkshake! Music Explorers
09:45 Peppa Pig 09:50 Peppa Pig 09:55 Pop Paper City 10:05 Milkshake! Bopping About 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:30 Storm Huntley 13:55 5 News at Lunchtime 14:00 Home and Away 14:30 The Christmas Ball 16:15 Christmas With a Kiss 18:00 5 News at 5 19:00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 20:00 Kate Humble’s Coastal Britain 21:00 Ellis 23:00 The Titan Sub Disaster: Minute by Minute
08:15 PAW Patrol 08:30 Pip and Posy 08:35 The Adventures of Paddington 08:55 Milo 09:10 PAW Patrol 09:25 Reu & Harper’s Wonder World 09:40 Milkshake! Music Explorers 09:45 Peppa Pig 09:50 Peppa Pig 09:55 Pop Paper City 10:05 Milkshake! Bopping About 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:30 Storm Huntley 13:55 5 News at Lunchtime 14:00 Home and Away 14:30 The Magical Christmas Shoes
16:15 A True Family Christmas 18:00 5 News at 5 19:00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 20:00 Waitrose: Trouble in the Aisles 21:00 Susan Calman’s Grand Days Out
22:00 Lidl vs Fortnum & Mason: Who Does Christmas Better?
23:00 1968: Most Shocking Moments
08:05 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:15 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:45 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo
and Lisa’s
Romesh Ranganathan’s Parents’ Evening 23:05 The Jonathan Ross Show
23:30 ITV News
23:50 TikTok: Murder Gone Viral
13:55 Four in a Bed 14:25 Four in a Bed
Four in a Bed 15:25 Four in a Bed 15:55 Four in a Bed 16:30 Junior Taskmaster 17:30 The Great British Bake Off 18:45 Channel 4 News
19:15 The Princes in the Tower: The New Evidence 21:00 Titanic in Colour 22:00 Ottoman Empire by Train with Alice Roberts 23:00 Father Stu
09:35 Rubble & Crew 09:50 PAW Patrol Shorts 09:55 SpongeBob SquarePants 10:05 Entertainment News On 5 10:10 22 Kids & Counting 10:55 22 Kids & Counting 11:50 22 Kids & Counting 12:50 22 Kids & Counting 13:45 Christmas on 5th Avenue 14:45 Entertainment News On 5 14:50 Christmas on 5th Avenue 15:50 We Wish You a Married Christmas 16:50 Entertainment News On 5 16:55 We Wish You a Married Christmas 17:35 Under the Christmas Tree 18:35 5 News Update 18:40 Under the Christmas Tree 19:20 5 News Weekend 19:25 Invitation to a Murder 21:00
08:05 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:15 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:45 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? 10:00 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 10:30 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 11:00 Love Bites 12:00 Love Bites 13:00 Dress to Impress 14:00 Supermarket Sweep 15:00 Family Fortunes 16:00 Charmed 17:00 Gilmore Girls 18:00 Dress to Impress 19:00 Celebrity Catchphrase 20:00 Family Fortunes 21:00 The 1% Club 22:00 Big Brother 23:15 Big Brother: Late and Live
Law & Order: UK
Agatha Christie’s Poirot 03:00 Unwind with ITV 03:30 Teleshopping 07:00 Classic Emmerdale 07:35 Classic Emmerdale 08:00 Classic Coronation Street 08:35 Classic Coronation Street 09:05 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 11:15 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 12:25 The Royal 13:25 Heartbeat 14:35 Classic Emmerdale 15:05 Classic Emmerdale 15:40 Classic Coronation Street 16:15 Classic Coronation Street
16:45 Midsomer Murders 18:50 Downton Abbey 19:55 Heartbeat 21:00 Doc Martin 22:00 Doc Martin 23:00 Law & Order: UK
Sunday 10th November
Monday 11th November
Morning 10:25 ITV News
10:30 Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh
12:25 The Royal Beat
13:30 Love Your Garden
13:55 ITV Lunchtime News
14:10 Stuart Little 2 15:45 Bean
17:25 Nanny McPhee & the Big Bang
19:30 ITV Evening News
19:45 ITV News London
20:00 Tipping Point: Lucky Stars
21:00 Midsomer Murders
23:00 ITV News
23:20 Knight and Day
Teleshopping
Motorsport UK
Unwind with ITV
M&S: Dress the Nation 07:00 Good Morning Britain 10:00 Lorraine 11:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News
14:55 ITV News London
15:00 Gary Barlow’s Wine Tour: South Africa
16:00 Tipping Point: Lucky Stars
17:00 Deal or No Deal
18:00 The Chase
19:00 ITV News London
19:30 ITV Evening News
20:30 Emmerdale
21:00 Coronation Street
22:00 Her Majesty The Queen: Behind Closed Doors
23:20 ITV News
Newsnight
23:50 ITV News London
06:50 Cheers 07:15 Cheers
07:45 Frasier
08:10 Frasier
08:35 Frasier 09:00 Frasier
09:30 The Simpsons 10:00 The Simpsons 10:30 Sunday Brunch 13:30 The Simpsons 14:00 The Simpsons 14:30 The Simpsons 15:00 The Simpsons 15:30 The Dog House
16:30 Location, Location, Location 17:35 Kirstie and Phil’s Love It or List It 18:35 Channel 4 News
19:05 Jamie’s Air Fryer Meals
20:00 Perfect Pub Walks with Bill Bailey 21:00 Scotland’s Poshest Train 22:00 Shoot to Kill: Terror on the Tube 23:00
07:55 Cheers
08:20 Cheers
08:45 The King of Queens
09:10 The King of Queens
09:40 The King of Queens
10:10 Frasier
10:40 Frasier
11:10 Frasier
11:40 Frasier
12:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA
13:05 Channel 4 News Summary
13:10 Undercover Boss USA
14:10 Find It, Fix It, Flog It
15:10 Countdown 16:00 A Place in the Sun
17:00 A Place in the Sun
18:00 Four in a Bed
18:30 Help! We Bought a Village
19:30 The Simpsons
20:00 Channel 4 News
21:00 George Clarke’s Remarkable Renovations
22:00 Shoot to Kill: Terror on the Tube
23:00 Generation Z
08:30 Pip and Posy 08:35 The Adventures of Paddington 08:55 Milo 09:10 PAW Patrol
09:25 Reu & Harper’s Wonder World
09:40 Peppa Pig 09:45 Peppa Pig 09:50 Peppa Pig 09:55 Pop Paper City 10:05 Milkshake! Story Den 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:30 Storm Huntley
13:55 5 News at Lunchtime 14:00 Home and Away
14:30 A Christmas Mission 16:15 Christmas on Cherry Lane
18:00 5 News at 5
19:00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly
20:00 Traffic Cops
21:00 Police Interceptors
22:00 The Hardacres
23:00 Broadmoor: For The Criminally Insane
08:05 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:15 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:45 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo and Guess
If you have a question or problem with any household technology needing my help or want to join the Technology Help Group please email Brian at cbtechnology.help@gmail. com.
As a group member, you would have access to the group website which contains previous session notes, handouts and access to previous Costa Blanca People published articles.
Scan the QR code for a reminder of what the Costa Blanca Technology Help Group o ers.
Meetings at Dilly’s Bar, Av. Castuera, 3, 03184 El Chaparral, Alicante. Group meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 to 12:00. The Next meeting is on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024. You are welcome to attend.
“Can I use WhatsApp on a tablet”?
I have been running a WhatsApp for tablets is available to download.
Link a tablet to your phone
1. Open WhatsApp on your Android tablet.
2. Open WhatsApp on your phone.
o Android: Tap > Linked devices.
o iPhone: Go to WhatsApp Settings > Linked Devices.
Your tech questions answered by Brian Hoile of the Costa Blanca Technology Help Group, helping over 400 members with their PCs , smartphones and more. Group members can attend meetings in person or online using Zoom or Teams.
3. Scan the QR code on your Android tablet screen to capture the code.
Can’t see a QR code to link my Android tablet
1. Tap > Link a device.
2. Follow the displayed steps
Register a new account on your Android tablet
1. Open WhatsApp on your Android tablet.
2. Tap > Register new account.
3. Select your country and enter your phone number.
4. Tap Next.
Message info
Message info is displayed when a message is delivered, seen, read, or played.
To see message info, tap and hold a sent message. You can also tap the information icon to see message info.
Note:
• If you link WhatsApp on an Android tablet to your WhatsApp account on your phone, you can sync up to two years of your most recent chat history. The chat history you’ve saved is still available on your phone.Linked devices might not have all the features found on WhatsApp for your phone.
“I have a Smart TV that I want to connect to the router by cable, but the TV is not near the router. What can I do?” You have two choices. The
simplest is to run an ethernet cable from your router to the TV. If this is not possible or practical for you there is a cheap (€20 to €30) alternative. Buy a Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet socket. It plugs into a power socket and wirelessly connects to your router. When set up it transmits a Wi-Fi signal and has an RJ45 socket to connect an ethernet cable to your TV. TP-Link model number TL¬¬ WA860RE with a power socket and TL WA855RE without a passthrough mains socket. You will need to install the application “Tether” on a Smartphone. The App searches for your main Wi- Fi signal then sets up and connects to your new Range Extender. You will also have another Wi-Fi hotspot that you can connect to using the same password as your router.
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ctober in ation rises to 1. percent as T on ood reinstated
Spain’s in ation rate rose to 1.8% in October, up from 1.5% in September, largely due to the reintroduction of VAT on essential food items after subsidies ended in late September, according to the INE. This adjustment in food VAT has o set the moderation in fuel prices, underscoring that in ationary pressures remain despite some stabilization.
Core in ation, which excludes volatile items like fresh food and energy, also rose to 2.5%, a slight increase from September but signi cantly lower than the 3.5% recorded a year ago. However, core in ation is still higher than the overall in ation rate, suggesting steady prices for non-volatile goods.
The VAT exemption on basic foodstu s, introduced nearly two years ago to curb in ation, began phasing out on October 1 and will be fully withdrawn by the
end of December. While VAT on essential items like milk, fruit, vegetables, eggs, and bread rose from 0% to 2%, VAT on pasta and seed oils increased from 5% to 7.5%. The government retained a super-reduced 4% VAT rate on olive oil, a response to its sharp price hikes. The cost of olive oil, now three times higher than two years ago, has risen over 50% for several consecutive months, prompting consumer groups to worry about retailers exploiting these VAT changes for further price hikes.
The INE will release nal in ation data mid-October,
detailing the consumer price index (CPI) across categories. Recent trends show signi cant food price increases, with items like chocolate, juices, and cocoa powder experiencing notable rises. Overall, annual in ation is expected to average around 2.9%, according to the Bank of Spain, with core in ation forecasted slightly higher at 2.8%, re ecting the gradual end of food subsidies.
Month-over-month, the CPI increased by 0.6% from September to October, marking the most signi cant monthly rise since April.
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Bobby Norris has emotionally opened up on the horri c online abuse and death threats he faced after starring on The Only Way Is Essex.
The TV personality, 38, was catapulted to fame when he joined the cast of the ITVBe reality show back in 2012, and remained on the series for nine years before leaving for good in 2021.
But though being part of the show had its positives, Bobby re ected that he endured some really dark times as social media developed, with trolls targeting him due to his sexuality.
Kerry Katona has been dealt a fresh blow as she’s reportedly lost a huge TV deal in the wake of her split from ancé Ryan Mahony.
It was reported on Friday that the TV personality, 44, and the tness trainer, 36, who endured a rocky romance, have gone their separate ways four years after getting engaged.
The couple were allegedly set to star in their own y-on-the-wall TV show which would have documented the lead up to their wedding as well as the big day itself.
Paris Fury has broken her silence after tragically su ering a miscarriage the day before husband Tyson’s heavyweight defeat by Oleksandr Usyk in Dubai in May.
The mother, 35, described how her world was left ‘ripped to pieces’ by the loss of the couple’s eighth child, a son, at six months, but chose not to tell the boxer ahead of his big match.
Paris told The Mirror: ‘I had to make the decision, do I tell him? And I came to the conclusion that whatever was happening with me, I couldn’t change it. But I could change dramatically what was happening in his life.’
Tom Hanks has bad news for people in their mid-thirties, as the iconic actor claims that being 35 is ‘the hardest’ age.
The Forrest Gump star — who portrays himself at various di erent ages in his latest lm, Here — got candid about the negative side a ects he had at 35 during an interview with Entertainment Tonight on Friday.
While promoting his upcoming movie he said, ‘Look, I’m 68 years old, the hardest for us was when we were playing 35.
For nearly three decades Jane McDonald has been entertaining the nation.
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If anything, Jane has managed to win over a brand new audience as time has gone by, becoming a cult hero among Gen Z. The 61-year-old singer has been trending on TikTok, with young fans sharing snippets from her current UK tour and dubbing her ‘the people’s princess.’
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Chickenpox (varicella-zoster virus) is a highly contagious infection causing u-like symptoms and an itchy, blistering rash. The virus spreads through direct contact with an infected person or by inhaling droplets from their coughs or sneezes. While usually mild, chickenpox can be more severe for newborns, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems.
The varicella vaccine has signi cantly reduced chickenpox cases. However, once infected, the virus remains dormant in the body and can reactivate later as
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uir nsalud Torrevieja leading entre in ncolog and breast cancer treat ent
With over 20 years of experience and more than 120,000 patients treated, the Oncology Platform at Quirónsalud Torrevieja has established itself as a national and international leader in cancer treatment, particularly in breast cancer care.
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Over the past two decades, Quirónsalud Torrevieja’s Oncology Platform has set a standard of excellence and innovation in cancer treatment within Spain. This platform has developed pioneering approaches, such as personalized oncology, genetic analysis, and nextgeneration therapies, positioning it at the forefront of cancer care.
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Quirónsalud Torrevieja stands out for its focus on personalized oncology, based on genetic analysis and immunotherapy. Through cutting-edge genetic sequencing, the medical team can study not only speci c gene mutations but also the expression of over 20,000 proteincoding genes in the human body. This allows for a much more detailed tumor diagnosis, enabling the design of more e ective and less toxic therapies. The use of genetics to classify tumors and select the most suitable treatment represents a paradigm shift in oncology care. The platform o ers therapeutic options even for patients with tumors resistant to conventional treatments such as chemotherapy. Thanks to this approach, Quirónsalud Torrevieja has improved therapeutic success rates in 70% of treated cases, compared to the 25%
achieved with traditional diagnostic tools.
Immunotherapy in Breast Cancer Treatment
An emerging treatment in the ght against breast cancer is immunotherapy, a powerful tool that utilizes the patient’s immune system to target cancer cells.
According to Dr. Manuel Sureda, an expert at the Oncology Platform of Quirónsalud Torrevieja, this therapy has shown promising results, particularly in cases of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), an aggressive variant often resistant to treatments like chemotherapy.
How Immunotherapy Works in Breast Cancer Treatment
The basic principle of immunotherapy is to stimulate the body’s immune system to recognize and destroy tumor cells. Cancer cells often develop mechanisms to evade immune attacks, but immunotherapeutic treatments block these strategies, allowing the immune system to act more e ectively. There are di erent types of immunotherapy for breast cancer, including immune checkpoint inhibitors, which have proven particularly useful for treating triple-negative breast cancer. Monoclonal antibodies, like trastuzumab (Herceptin), target speci c proteins on cancer cells, facilitating their destruction.
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Immunotherapy o ers a more personalized and less toxic option than traditional chemotherapy, as it is designed to speci cally target cancer cells without causing as much damage to healthy cells. However, this treatment
is not suitable for all types of breast cancer, as its use depends on the speci c characteristics of the tumor and the patient’s response to previous therapies.
Radiotherapy is another cornerstone in the oncological treatment of breast cancer patients, and the Oncology Platform at Quirónsalud Torrevieja is equipped with the most advanced technology. Dr. Rosa Cañón, head of the Radiotherapy Oncology Department, highlights the advantages of new linear accelerators like Quirónsalud Torrevieja’s Varian TrueBeam 2.7, which can treat tumors with millimeter precision, improving treatment e cacy, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue, and reducing side e ects.
Dr. Cañón adds that radiotherapy is used to treat tumors in the breast and lymph node regions (axilla) and, in advanced cases, to treat metastases in other organs, often with curative intent.
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One of the most innovative techniques available at the Oncology Platform is intraoperative radiotherapy, which uses a linear accelerator in the operating room to deliver a dose of radiation during surgery. This technique is applied to early-stage breast cancer patients. Following the resection of the tumor and sentinel lymph node, a dose of radiotherapy is administered directly in the operating room, avoiding the need for postoperative radiotherapy sessions.
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The multiisciplinary approach of the Oncology Platform at Quirónsalud
Torrevieja also includes advanced techniques in oncological surgery.
Dr. Pedro Bretcha, head of the Surgical Oncology Department, notes that over 95% of breast cancer cases require surgical intervention. Surgery is used for both curative and palliative purposes, depending on the tumor’s stage and aggressiveness.
Breast Conservation Techniques
In recent years, e orts have been made to reduce the need for radical mastectomies by favoring conservative surgeries that preserve as much breast tissue as possible. In some cases, preoperative chemotherapy or immunotherapy can shrink the tumor, allowing for a less invasive intervention and ultimately improving the patient’s quality of life.
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Surgical treatment is part of breast cancer care in over 95% of cases, primarily with a curative intent. In fewer cases, it is used for palliative purposes, such as to prevent complications from tumor growth, including bleeding, infections, or pain in widely spread tumors, where a cure is unlikely but surgery can improve patients’ quality of life. In a small number of cases, surgery is avoided, such as in tumors with a favorable prognosis, in elderly patients, or those with comorbidities where surgical risks outweigh potential bene ts.
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The Spanish government plans to raise the excise duty on diesel fuel by over €0.09 per litre from April 1, 2025, to match the price of petrol. According to the proposal put forward by the ruling PSOE party in collaboration with other parliamentary groups, the general tax rate on diesel will increase from €0.307 per litre to €0.40069. This will bring the total diesel tax to €0.47269 per litre (including the €0.072 special rate), aligning it with the tax on petrol, which is currently set at €0.47269, up from the present diesel rate of €0.379 per litre.
environmental costs associated with these fuels and contributes to efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, there is a safeguard in the amendment: if diesel prices remain high for two consecutive months, surpassing €2 per litre, and the Brent crude oil price rises above the previous month’s average in the second month, a tax reduction mechanism will be activated. Under this condition, the general rate would be adjusted to €350 per 1,000 litres.
€90.97. For petrol, filling a similar tank costs about €82.88, which is €8.53 less than in October 2023.
The average diesel price remains lower than it was before the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when diesel stood at €1.479 per litre. Petrol also remains below pre-invasion levels, previously priced at €1.591 per litre. Both fuels are well below their peaks from July 2022, when petrol hit €2.141 and diesel reached €2.1.
If approved, this tax increase will remove the diesel rebate that has existed over petrol, although it will exclude diesel used by commercial vehicles. The government justifies this environmental measure by following the European Commission’s recommendation to raise environmental taxes, with a Treasury spokesperson stating that “it makes no environmental or health sense to incentivise or subsidise diesel over petrol.”
PSOE explains that this adjustment brings diesel into line with the
Meanwhile, fuel prices in Spain have risen for the third consecutive week, reversing a three-month decline that began in mid-July. This week, the average price of petrol rose slightly to €1.507 per litre, up 0.13% from the previous week’s €1.505, while diesel reached €1.3925 per litre, a slight increase of €0.028. Despite these recent increases, petrol and diesel prices have declined 8.9% and 9.2%, respectively, since July, correlating with the summer season when road travel typically increases.
Filling an average 55-litre diesel tank now costs around €76.6, about €14.37 less than the same period last year when it was
Diesel has been less expensive than petrol for 87 weeks, reversing a trend from August 2022 to February 2023, during which diesel prices surpassed petrol due to market volatility following the invasion. Fuel prices are influenced by multiple factors, including crude oil market volatility, taxes, logistics costs, and gross margins.
Currently, Spain’s average price for 95 octane petrol is below the EU average of €1.643 and the Eurozone average of €1.695 per litre. Diesel in Spain is also priced lower than the EU average of €1.527 and the Eurozone average of €1.551 per litre.
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Remaining tickets for the highly anticipated Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight are now being offered at discounted prices to fill Arlington’s AT&T Stadium in Texas.
Tyson is set to make his ring return on November 15, facing YouTuberturned-boxer Paul in a highly publicized “clash of generations.”
Both fighters aim to sell out the 80,000-seat venue, with ticket sales reportedly 40% higher than Texas’ previous combat sports record, surpassing Canelo’s $9 million mark. To attract more fans, promoters
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Paul expresses confidence in his strategy, aiming to box from the outside and use footwork to outmaneuver Tyson. In contrast, Tyson warns that the fight won’t last long if he catches Paul, expressing disbelief that a young fighter would rely on evasive tactics. The excitement surrounding this event continues to grow as the fight date approaches.
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It ended up a great day to play for the Sheerin’s Trophy after storm Dana passed around our area and left absolute devastation in the Valencia region.
The day started with the traditional full English breakfast in Sheerin’s, twenty-four players took part and the format was full handicap Stableford playing in two groups with an overall winner.
On arrival at El Plantio we received the usual friendly greeting from Daniel and his team with everything ready and waiting, the course was in great condition considering the weather we had in the previous 48 hours. The weather was blue skies, sunny with a temperature of 25 degrees.
Between both groups lowest score was 20 and the highest was only one under par 35. Winner from group B on count back with group A winner was “Flying Scotsman” Andy Ramage with a score of 35 points and a back 9 of 20 points, runner up again on a three-way count back was Alan Doyle with 31 points and a back 9 of 18 points, third place was Keith James with 31 points and a back 9 of 16 points and fourth place was Steve Day 31 points with a back 9 of 14 points, group A winner on count back was “Ding Dong” Joe Bell with 35 points and a back 9 of 19 points, runner up
was Paul Davison with 35 points and a back 9 of 15 points and third place was “Twelve Trees” Steve Ayre with 34 points. There were six nearest the pins, group A, hole 3 Michael O’Kee e, hole 12 “Lion” John Fairbrass and hole 14 Steve Gain, group B holes 2 and 7 Paul Owen and hole 18 Jim Doyle. Best front 9 went to “Sat Nav” Steve Day with 17 points and best back 9 was Steve Hopkins with 18 points, the two’s pot was won by Michael O’Kee e on hole 18 winning €30.
The doubles semi- nal match play was won by Steve Ayre and Lee George winning by 2up beating Peter Kelly and Paul Owen, the doubles nal is Steve Ayre and Lee George playing Brian Court and Steve Day.
Thank you to Sheerin’s for providing all the prizes, also thank you to Donnie and sta at Sheerin’s for the great hospitality.
The football card was won with Everton by “Lion” John Fairbrass winning €40 and raising €40 for our charities 2024.
Photo shows Paul Sheerin presenting the cup to winner Andy Ramage.
Abbey Anglers. On Tuesday the 29th of October we should have been shing the Embalse de Argos near to Carravaca in Murcia. Due to the impending Dana this match was called o . Due to the devastation that we have seen over the last few days, this was the correct decision and the river did indeed burst its banks just after Caravacca. The match was switched to El Bosquet but this was also cancelled due to rain and very high winds.
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Fishing is a funny old game and when the venue expert drew the world
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