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&

cruisers

24/7)

that cruise lines

got into the habit of adding 10% or more (under the heading gratuities) but not on

cruises

will also run a coach along the A7 (optional) to the train station in Malaga and then meet us, on our return, taking you back to your local bus stop on the A7. Does cruising get any easier?

make life easy,

We sail from Barcelona on 23rd December and to be certain of not missing the ship, (cruise ships wait for nobody) we have a ‘GROUP PRICE’ to stay, in a luxurious 4.5 star hotel directly across the road from the Barcelona train station on the 22nd of December. The following morning, after our inclusive breakfast, a coach will be waiting outside our hotel to take us to our ship. If you choose to travel to Barcelona by plane, we will be delighted to meet you in our hotel bar early evening for a drink and to meet other cruisers.

‘CAST IN STONE’

date. As soon as

is

90 DAYS before

deposit and organization fee are paid

relating to this

MAY: NAPLES

May:

may: MESSINA SICILY|24th may: MaltA

EUROPA

MAY:

may: AT SEA

MAY:

26th may: back to BARCELONA

Cruise ships wait for nobody, so we are planning to spend the night of the 18th May in the ‘Barcelo Saints’ hotel in

£169 B & B (for the room, not per person) where we will meet together before a coach will be waiting outside in the morning to take us to the ship. Both the hotel & coaches are optional

information contact

TO MAKE LIFE EVEN EASIER WE WILL RUN A COACH FROM DUQUESA ALONG THE A7 TO THE MALAGA TRAIN STATION AND AIRPORT ON THE MORNING OF THE 18th MAY

Your deposit is £100PP and 50€PP to Marbella Cruisers, this covers advertising to get GROUP PRICES, organization and administration fee, plus we are with you throughout the cruise.Once these are paid, your price, drinks package and no gratuities are cast in stone. Your final payment is due 90 days before we sail.

COLIN@MARBELLACRUISERS.com or see WWW.MARBELLACRUISERS.COM

The last month has been a time to reflect on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, with the UK and the World in mourning for the loss of a lady who meant so much to so many of us. We take a look at some little-known facts about her reign on pages 54 & 55.

It’s the spookiest month of the year with Halloween approaching! There is lots to do this October with the Fuengirola Feria from 6th - 12th, and the San Pedro Feria from 17th - 23rd. Clocks go back on the 30th (Whoop, whoop and extra hour in bed)!

It’s also time to start thinking about Christmas, not long until Santa will be making his annual appear ance. If you have anything that your business might have coming up, whether it’s gifts, parties or eating and drinking! Contact us find out about offers on advertising.. Have a great month…

A step too far maybe..... Outrageous advice for wives! In “A Women’s World”.

The new Apple Watch, a water proof e-reader made almost entirely out of recycled plastic and a very high tech coffee maker all in the Gadget & Gizmo’s pages check it out for some fab new tech and toys...

The Jokes Page: Laugh out loud with rib crackers on page 78!

Pit your brains against the TRIVIA QUIZ, questions for all ages from 6 -116!

My wife etc… Some amusing anecdotes in “A Man’s World” this month on page 34.

All the Queens Cars…We take a look at some of her majesty’s favourite personal fleet in ‘All Revved Up’ on page 70.

“The Kids Page” with puzzles, jokes & lots, lots more...

erty

further. Check out

then

Pages from page 35…

Puzzle It Out... Puzzles galore challenge those little grey cells.

The Business Directory... Can’t find that all important contact 84 to 87...

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A Woman’s World

His Driving...How will your husband know he's going too fast unless you continu ously

the

side of the car?

Help Him Improve Himself...

If your husband likes fishing for insance and brings home a fish, say, "I thought it would be bigger." It will encourage him to try harder next time.

If You Want Something, Feed Him... When men are hungry, they get cranky and irritable. A hungry husband is less likely to agree to any requests or demands. If you need to discuss something serious, or if you want him to do something for you, check his appetite first.

Don't Argue about Small Things... If you insist on putting your foot down about everything, you're bound to get exhausted. Instead, let the small stuff slide and save the big fights for important stuff, such as finances, children and picking what’s on the TV that night...

Play the Damsel in Distress...

To get what you want. When you need an unpleasant job done around the house don't ask your husband to do it. Instead, attempt the job yourself, do it badly and let him show you the "right" way to do it. He gets to be the hero, and you get to go relax.

Bowls,

Dishes Flowers, Plumes &

HOT GOSSIP...

CELEBRITIES WITH

STRANGE BODY PARTS...

NOT EVERYONE IN HOLLYWOOD IS FLAWLESS...From extra nipples (and toes) to conjoined twins, get the lowdown on these celeb body imperfections. Don’t let those dazzling smiles and svelte waistlines fool you even celebrities can have body oddities.

HALLE BERRY: AN EXTRA TOE she has long been rumored to have a sixth toe. Photographs of what appears to be an extra digit next to her pinky toe have circulated on the Internet for years. Polydactyly is the term for having an extra toe or finger.

KAROLINA KURKOVA: NO BELLY BUTTON she walked the runway in 2008 during a Victoria’s Secret fashion show in Miami exposing a belly button-less midriff. A perfect belly button is added to her photos via photoshop!

GEMMA ARTERTON: EXTRA FINGERS polydactyly runs in the family. “My granddad had it, and my dad I’m so proud of it,” Arterton stated. “I was born with two extra fingers, one on each hand,” explained the Bond Girl actress during a television interview.

JANE SEYMOUR: DIFFERENT COLORED EYES emmy Award-winning actress Seymour has one green eye and one brown eye. But now she is well known for her beautiful eyes and said that she's learned to embrace the uniqueness.

LILY ALLEN: A THIRD NIPPLE around 1 in 18 people have at least one supernumerary nipple, although some people wrongly assume the small marks are a freckle or a mole.

ASHTON KUTCHER: WEBBED FEET “I have connected toes…They’re slightly webbed. When everything else is this good-looking, something has got to be messed up!” That was Kutcher’s response when asked about his webbed feet on a UK television show.

HOT

CELEBRITIES WITH REALLY STRANGE MIDDLE NAMES...

IN A WORLD WHERE WE SEEM TO KNOW EVERYTHING there is to know about celebrities thanks to social media from their pets' names to their dads' favourite cheese.There is one thing that they don't often reveal in public: their middle names. Pick any star at random and you'll probably be surprised by their parents' choice of middle name. Here are just some of the most incredible.

• JAMES KIMBERLEY CORDEN

• ADELE LAURIE BLUE ADKINS

• KATRINA AMY ALEXANDRA ALEXIS PRICE

• RICHARD TIFFANY GERE

• DANIEL WROUGHTON CRAIG

• EMMA CHARLOTTE DUERRE WATSON

• HUGH JOHN MUNGO GRANT

• LEONARDO WILHELM DICAPRIO

• KIEFER WILLIAM FREDRICK DEMPSEY GEORGE RUFUS SUTHERLAND

• RALPH NATHANIELTWISLETON-WYKEHAM FIENNES

• WILL CARROLL SMITH

Bed Apartment from

• UMA KARUNA THURMAN

• MATT PAIGE DAMON

• QUINCY DELIGHT JONES

• KATE GARRY HUDSON

• KIM NOEL KARDASHIAN

• ELTON HERCULES JOHN

• ORLANDO BLANCHARD BLOOM

• RAIN JOAN OF ARC PHOENIX

• ANDY BARRON MURRAY

• JENNIFER SHRADER LAWRENCE

• BEN GEZA AFFLECK

• NICK SIMON AUGUSTINE KNOWLES

FACTS...

Did you know?

• THAT SPIDERS HAVE TRANSPARENT BLOOD?

• That there are more people alive today than have ever died?!

• GEORGE I OF ENGLAND DIED AFTER A VIOLET ATTACK OF DIAHORREA!

• The liquid inside young coconuts can be used as a substitute for blood plasma?

• THAT ONE QUARTER OF THE HUMAN BRAIN IS USED TO CONTROL THE EYES?

• That months that begin on a Sunday will always have a 'Friday the 13th'?

• MOST TROPICAL MARINE FISH COULD SURVIVE IN A TANK FILLED WITH HUMAN BLOOD?

• That the venom of the king cobra is so deadly that just 1 gram of it can kill 150 people?

• THAT THE ASHES OF THE AVERAGE CREMATED PERSON WEIGH NINE POUNDS?

• That the average human eats 8 spiders in their lifetime at night?

• ROMANS DIDN’T HAVE TOILET PAPER... MANY OF THEM JUST USED A SPONGE ON A STICK!

• That a scorpion could survive for three weeks if it was embedded in a block of ice?

FACTS...

Did you know?

• MAGGOTS WILL ONLY EAT FLESH IF IT IS DEAD. THEY ARE OFTEN USED TO REMOVE THE BURNT SKIN FROM SEVERE BURN PATIENTS?

• That the infamous Black Plague in Europe was due in part to the fact that people believed that cats were witches. So all the cats were rounded up, caged and burned, leaving the rats (with there disease causing parasites) to run free and multiply. Those harbouring cats were the few who survived...

• THAT IN THE 1800'S PHOTOGRAPHS OF DEAD CHILDREN WERE OFTEN PUBLISHED IN COLLECTIONS AND CALLED "SLEEPING BEAUTIES"?

• That men have more blood than women?

Men have 1.5 gallons v’s .875 gallons for women.

• THAT YOU LOSE A POUND EVERY TIME YOU DONATE BLOOD? YOU DO SO BECAUSE A PINT IS A POUND.

• Apart from its vulnerability to fire, human hair is almost impossible to destroy. It decays at a very slow rate, so slow that is almost non-disintegrative.

It can't be destroyed by cold, change of climate, water, etc...

It is resistant to many kinds of acids and corrosive materials?

Clever

WHAT AM I...?

Can you work out “WHAT AM I” from questions 1 to 10

1) I was invented by a woman called Elizabeth Magie

2) I am printed in 47 languages

3) I have been taken to space

4) There are thousands of versions of me

5) The most expensive version of me cost over €2,000,000 to make

6) The police officer patrolling my game is called Officer Edgar Mallory

7) My playing pieces come in 19 different versions

8) I have a national day on November the 19th

9) My main character was modelled on JP Morgan

10) My original version was called “The Landlord’s Game”

on page 82

HELP FOR HORSES

The Andalusian Rescue Centre for Horses and Donkeys (ARCH) is open to the public on Sunday mornings from 10.00am until 2pm. Visitors can meet the current rescue cases and volunteers are happy to share their many and varied stories and talk about the work of the charity. Children (and adults) can pet and groom the gentler donkeys and ponies. Situated between Coin and Alhaurin el Grande, the Centre was founded 13 years ago and since then has saved the lives of countless abused or abandoned equines. Volunteers come from many walks of life, all age groups and many nationalities – sharing a common passion for horses. Although ARCH works closely with the Spanish authorities (most of the animals rescued come through SEPRONA, the animal welfare arm of the Guardia Civil, or from the local Police), the charity depends on donations, fund raising and on the income from its charity shop in Alhaurin el Grande.

Being involved in rescuing animals is a never-ending and frequently a heart-rending task. As ARCH President Jill Newman-Rogers says “You grieve for the ones you cannot save and then you have to move on to the ones you can. If you lose the battle then at least you know you tried and gave them loving care for their last days.”

But there are many happy endings. Take Tormenta (Storm), for instance...

A HAUNTING TALE...

FROM AN ENGLISH GRAVEYARD ONE DARK, WINDY HALLOWEEN NIGHT...

Just outside Doncaster in Yorkshire, England, Neil, the town drunk was meandering his way home after the pub had closed. Somehow Neil got turned around and ended up walking through the graveyard in St Mary's church instead of taking the Tadcaster road home.

The wind howled louder and Neil thought he could hear a voice calling his name. Suddenly, the ground opened up in front of him, and he fell down, down into an open grave. He could still hear the voice clearer and louder now, calling to him. Neil knew it was Satan, coming for him just like the vicar had said, on account of him being the town drunk. The hole was very deep and inside it was pitch black. His eyes adjusted to the darkness and after a few moments, and he made out a form sit ting in the darkness with him. It called his name, and he scrambled away in fear, trying to climb out of that terrible grave. Then the figure spoke to him, 'You can't get out,' it moaned.

Neil gave a shout of pure terror and leapt straight up in the air, caught the edge of the hole in his hands, and scrambling out for his very life, he ran for home as fast as he could go.

Inside the open grave, his neighbour Tony sighed in resignation. He, too, had fallen into the hole a few minutes before his friend and had thought that together they might help each other climb out. Now he was going to have to wait until All Saints Day morn ing and get the gravedigger to bring him a ladder.

ROOM FOR ONE MORE?

The young and beautiful Comtesse de Vire travelled across France to visit her elderly, sick mother who lived in Auch, Gascony. Leaving Paris she headed south by rail to the little town of Jonzac, in the Charente-Maritime. Outside the pretty town she stayed overnight at the Chateau du Plain, an old building which had a large gravel driveway leading to and from the main doors. Her bedroom for the overnight stay looked out over the drive. The Comtesse had considerable difficulty sleeping; it was a humid, moonlit night and as the clock outside her bedroom door struck 12, she heard the noise of horses' hooves on the gravel outside, and the sound of wheels. Intrigued the Comtesse rose and opening the wooden shutters looked out to see who could be arriving at that time of night. The moonlight was very bright, and she saw clearly a hearse drive up to the door. It hadn't a coffin in it; instead it was crowded with people. The coachman sat high up on the box: as he came opposite the window he drew up and turned his head. His face terrified her, and he said in a distinct voice, 'There's room for one more.' The Comtesse, fearful for her life, drew the curtain, ran back to bed, and covered her head with the bedclothes. In the morning she was not quite sure whether it had been a dream, or whether she had really got out of bed and seen the hearse, but she was glad to go up to Jonzac to con tinue her journey south and leave the old chateau behind her.

In Auch, before visiting her sick mother, the Comtesse was shopping in the world renowned Galleries Lafayette in which there was an elevator: a modern invention at that time. She was on the top floor, and went to the elevator to descend. It was rather crowded, but as she came up to it, the elevator operator turned his head and said, 'There's room for one more.' It was the face of the coachman of the hearse. 'No, thank you,' spluttered the Comtesse. 'I'll take the stairs.' She turned away, the elevator doors clanged closed, there was a terrible rush and screaming and shouting, and then a great clatter and thud. The elevator had fallen and every person in it was killed.

A DECADENTLY SWEET TREAT FOR OCTOBER

Glacé cherries, pistachios & mixed peel give this pavlova a rich flavour that’s a bit different to the usual fresh fruit

Preparation time: Less than 30 mins

Cooking time: 1 to 2 hours

Serves: 8–10

TUTTI FRUTTI PAVLOVA

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE MERINGUE:

• 4 Free-range egg whites

• 250g/9oz Caster sugar

• 1 tsp White vinegar

• 2 tsp Cornflour

• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

• Butter, for greasing

FOR THE TUTTI-FRUTTI CREAM

• 350ml/12fl oz Double cream

• 2 tbsp Icing sugar

• 1 tbsp Cornflour

• 100g/3½oz Glacé cherries, chopped

• 100g/3½oz Pistachios, roughly chopped

• 100g/3½oz Mixed peel

TO DECORATE:

• P25g/1oz dark chocolate shavings

METHOD:

STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 150C/130C Fan/Gas 2 and lightly grease a large baking tray. Using a pencil, trace around a 25cm/10in plate onto baking paper and then flip it over onto the greased baking tray. STEP 2: To make the meringue, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks start to form, then slowly add the sugar a spoonful at a time, allowing the crystals to melt. As soon as you have used all the sugar and you have stiff peaks, add the vinegar, cornflour and vanilla and whisk one last time to incorporate. STEP 3: Spoon or pipe the meringue into the circle on the baking paper, as neatly or roughly as you like. Create a slight indent in the centre, where the cream will sit. STEP 4: Bake in the oven for 1 hour. When the hour is up, turn the oven off and leave the meringue in there until the oven is totally cold. Pop onto a serving dish or leave in an airtight container until you are ready to serve. STEP 5: To make the filling, whisk the cream in a bowl with the icing sugar and cornflour until you have soft peaks. Add about half of the chopped cherries, pistachios and mixed peel and gently fold through, reserving the rest for the top. STEP 6: Take two spoons and dollop the cream mixture onto the meringue in a rough fashion. Finally, scatter with the rest of the cherries, pistachios and mixed peel and sprinkle all over with the chocolate shavings.

QUIZ

TRICKY TRIVIA

1) Bilbo Baggins is a fictional character created by which English author?

2) What colour is the lower half of the Welsh flag?

3) What is the nationality of the Formula One champion Sebastian Vettel?

4) John Bonham played drums for which English rock band?

5) Decades of the 20th century (in which decade were they born)

a: Madonna

b: Nelson Mandela

c: Tim Henman

d: Robert Redford

e: Ronnie Barker

6) In which country is the Barosssa valley a famous winemaking region?

7) Who drove the 'Drag-U-La'?

8) Same initials: The answer to the following question all have the same initials...

a: Where was Nick Nolte down & out in a 1986 film?

b: Which song by the England football team reached number one in 1970?

c: What is the cockney rhyming slang for look?

d: Which Dickens novel features a court case of Jarndyce v Jarndyce?

e: What is the name of the range of mountains in South Dakota in USA?

9) The 'Flying Dutchman' takes its name from the tale of a ship that was 'lost' in a storm off which coast?

10) What kind of car did Emma Peel played by Diana Rigg drive in The Avengers?

11) In which city are the Petronas Twin Towers?

12) Which river is considered holy by Hindu's?

13) What time of the day is palindromic?

14) Cops Michael Douglas & Andy Garcia tangled with the Japanese Mafia in which 1989 film?

15) What has 33 degrees starting with Entered Apprentice and end with Sovereign Grand Inspector General?

16) What name is given to the serpent/dragon reputed to kill with a single look?

17) Who lived in the bottom of a post-box at 221c Baker Street?

18) ‘Which famous cricket Umpire's autobiography was entitled 'White cap and bails'?

19) The RMS Titanic was built in which city?

20) What colour is the bullseye on a standard dartboard?

Answers on page 82

• In a Tokyo Bar: SPECIAL COCKTAILS FOR THE LADIES WITH NUTS.

• In a Hotel, Yugoslavia: THE FLATTENING OF UNDERWEAR WITH PLEASURE, IS THE JOB OF THE CHAMBERMAID.

• In a Hotel, Japan: YOU ARE INVITED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE CHAMBERMAID.

• In the lobby of a Moscow Hotel, across the road from a Russian Orthodox Monastery: YOU ARE WELCOME TO VISIT THE CEMETERY, WHERE FAMOUS RUSSIAN & SOVIET COMPOSERS, ARTISTS & WRITERS ARE BURIED DAILY, EXCEPT THURSDAY.

• A sign posted in Germany’s Black Forest: IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN ON OUR CAMPING SITE, THAT PEOPLE OF DIF FERENT SEX, FOR INSTANCE, MEN AND WOMEN, LIVE TOGETHER IN ONE TENT, UNLESS THEY ARE MARRIED WITH EACH OTHER FOR THIS PURPOSE.

• In a Hotel, Zurich: BECAUSE OF THE IMPROPRIETY OF ENTERTAINING GUESTS OF THE OPPOSITE SEX IN THE BEDROOM, IT IS SUGGESTED THAT THE LOBBY BE USED FOR THIS PURPOSE.

• An advertisment for donkey rides, Thailand: WOULD YOU LIKE TO RIDE ON YOUR OWN ASS?

• Seen in an Abu Dhabi Souk shop window: IF THE FRONT IS CLOSED PLEASE ENTER THROUGH MY BACKSIDE.

• In a Bangkok Temple: IT IS FORBIDDEN TO ENTER A WOMAN, EVEN A FOREIGNER, IF DRESSED AS A MAN.

• Cocktail Lounge, Norway: LADIES ARE REQUESTED NOT TO HAVE CHILDREN IN THE BAR.

• Doctor’s Office, Rome: SPECIALIST IN WOMEN AND OTHER DISEASES.

• Dry Cleaners, Bangkok: DROP YOUR TROUSERS HERE FOR THE BEST RESULTS.

• In a Nairobi Restaurant: CUSTOMERS WHO FIND OUR WAITRESSES RUDE, OUGHT TO SEE THE MANAGER.

• On the main road to Mombasa, leasing Nairobi: TAKE NOTICE: WHEN THIS SIGN IS UNDER WATER, THIS ROAD IS IMPASSABLE.

• On a poster at Kencom: ARE YOU AN ADULT THAT CANNOT READ? IF SO WE CAN HELP.

• In a resturant, London: OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK AND WEEKENDS.

• In a Cemetery: PERSONS ARE PROHIBITED FROM PICKING FLOWERS, FROM ANY BUT THEIR OWN GRAVES.

• On the menu of a Swiss Restaurant: OUR WINES LEAVE YOU NOTHING TO HOPE FOR.

What’s On Guide...

18th May - December 2022: “Your Superstars” music events throughout the summer, Dinner & Dance evenings all for 28€ per person. Jersey Boys, Stelvis, Voulez Vous, Mama Cath and lots more for more info see www.sabinillaslivemusic.com

1st October 2022: Gran Fondo Costa del Sol Bike Race from Estepona This 130km cycling race requires participants to pedal up a total of 3,400m altitude. Although the race format has not changed, there is a new addition: a time trial up Peñas Blancas pass, with the winners being crowned the king & queen of the mountain. For more information please see: www.granfondocostadelsol.com.

3rd & 17th October 2022: Alzheimer’s Dementia Support Group at the Calahonda International Baptist Church, from 11:30am to 2pm for more info call 635 407 255 or 629 893 016.

14th - 16th October 2022: Celebra Málaga 2022(Wedding Fair) If you’re dreaming of the perfect wedding, make your way to Palacio de Ferias y Congresos in Malaga for Celebra Málaga 2021, the biggest wedding fair in the province. From fashion, accessories, designers, and venue hire to vehi cles, photographers, wedding planners, animation services, decoration specialists and more, there is plenty of inspiration on offer. There will also be fashion shows and countless giveaways. For more information contact: 952 22 41 09 or see celebra.fycma.com.

14th - 23rd October 2022: Carousel at Salon Varieties the magnificent musical masterpiece. For more info see: www.salonvarietestheatre.com or call 952 47 45 42.

28th October 2022: Johnny G as ELVIS at Salon Varieties the life and careerof ‘THE KING’ live on stage. For more info see: www.salonvarietestheatre.com or call 952 47 45 42.

1st & 3rd Mondays: Alzheimer’s Dementia Support Group held at the Calahonda International Baptist Church, from 11:30am to 2pm for more information call 635 407 255 or 629 893 016.

Every Monday: Arts and Crafts Fair in Benahavis at 8pm in the Main Square in Benahavis.

Every 1st Tuesday: Age Concern Coffee Morning at Ricks Gin & Tonic bar, Estepona Port 11–1:30 p.m.

Every Tuesday: The Costa Women Coffee Club meet every second Tuesday at 10am – 12.30pm for coffee, chats and other activities and is a social group designed to get ladies of all ages together. It’s best to join the group via Facebook or contact Emma on 608 408 771.

Every Tuesday: Age Care Drop In Calahonda. Tuesdays: 11am – 1pm International Baptist Church, near Supersol Los Olivos , Calahonda.

Every Wednesday: The Cap Club (Charity & Please Club) now in its 29th year. Meet for coffee at the Chilli Restaurant in Benamara at 11.00am. The Club also runs monthly trips to Gibraltar, days out and monthly Sunday lunches. Please come and join us!

Every Thursday: Age Care Drop In Fuengirola, Hojar del Jubilado, Los Boliches Friday 11.00am12.30pm , Entrance Calle Fruita. 1st floor above the fruit market.

Every Thursday: Age Care Drop In Coin, La Peña, Calle Rio Guadelhorce 19, Poligono La Rosa, Alhaurin el Grande. Thursday 11am – 1pm.

Every Thursday: Picasso Museum, Malaga FREE ENTRY 5pm and 8pm.

Every Friday: The Royal British Legion, Mijas Costa Branch, welcomes visitors, new members and visiting members from other branches to their weekly social meetings that are held at Club Naranja, Calle Malaga, Calahonda from 11.00am to 2.00pm. Membership of The Royal British Legion is open to everyone, you do not need to have service background to become a member and offer support to The Royal British Legion family. For more info: 635 450 608.

Every Sunday: Craft Market in the Marbella Marina on the Teresa Zabell Pier: 12-6pm.

(PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL EVENT TIMES & DATES ARE CON FIRMED AT THE TIME OF GOING TO PRESS, BUT A NUMBER OF EVENTS ARE CURRENTLY BEING CANCELLED LAST MINUTE. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE ORGANISERS BEFORE TRAVELING TO AVOID A WASTED JOURNEY.)

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IT’s A FUNNY OLD WORLD!

WIFE CONTROL...

There were three blokes talking in the pub. Two of them are talking about the amount of control they have over their wives, while the third bloke remained quiet.

After a while one of the first two turns to the third and says, "Well, what about you? What sort of control do you have over your wife?"

The third fellow says, "I'll tell you. Just the other night my wife came to me on her hands and knees."

The first two blokes were amazed. "What happened then?" they asked. She said, "GET OUT FROM UNDER THE BED AND FIGHT LIKE A MAN!"

MY WIFE...!

•My wife only has sex with me for a purpose.....

Last night she used me to time an egg.

•My wife's such a bad cook, the dog begs for Alka-Seltzer.

•My wife likes to talk on the phone during sex; she called me from Madrid last night.

•Last night my wife met me at the front door.....

She was wearing a sexy negligee.The only trouble was, she was coming home.

•My wife is such a bad cook, in my house we pray after the meal.

•It's tough to stay married.....

My wife kisses the dog on the lips, yet she won't drink from my glass!

•My wife is such a bad cook,if we leave dental floss in the kitchen the cockroaches hang themselves.

If you are thinking of renting, selling or buying in Costalita then make us your first port of call Costalita Properties are the current residential leader in this area!

BORDERING THE BEACHES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN but still close to town, the Costalita area of Estepona offers residents the best of Costa del Sol living, with apartments and penthouses to suit all budgets

Masterplanned by the well-respected Costa del Sol architectural firm of Melvin Villaroel, the Costalita area of Estepona is located on the beach side of the coastal road, to the east of the town and between the Arroyo Taraje and Saladillo-Benamara, conveniently close both the centre of Estepona, as well as to Marbella and Puerto Banús.

Developed by Urbis as a series of private communities centered around landscaped gardens and luxurious pools, the traditionally inspired, whitewashed Andalusian design of Costalita houses both apartments, ranging in size from one-bedroom units up to three- and four-bedroom duplex penthouses with private rooftop pools.

Costalita is home to the four-start Iberostar Costa del Sol hotel and two popular beachfront restaurants, La Antigua and Pepe Beach Restaurant.

The wonderful front line beach 5 star Villa Padierna Hotel Beach Club and water sports centre. Villacana Pony Club within a few minutes walk, one of the few stables that still do early morning beach riding. For the sports enthusiasts there is the Villa Padierna Paddle & Tennis Club. El Paraiso Golf, Los Flamingo Golf, Guadalmina & Atalaya Golf are all very local. Costalita offers the ideal combination of quiet, secure surroundings with easy access to the vast array of local services found along the N340 strip.

Key-ready bolt holes for enjoying the winter sun

As the winter weather sets in, where better to decamp to than southern Spain? Even in the depths of winter, the average daily temperature in the Costa del Sol is 12-13°C, with five average daily sunshine hours in December and January (compared to just one in London!). For those looking to find a bolt hole in the Costa del Sol ready for this winter, we spoke to Marc Pritchard of Taylor Wimpey España, to find out what’s available.

Living in Harmony

Where better to spend the winter months than overlooking the fairways of the picturesque La Cala Golf Resort? The natural surroundings and spectacular scenery are just 8 kilometres from the best beaches on the Costa del Sol and a 30-minute drive from Malaga International Airport. There’s also an on-site spa for ultimate relaxation.

Key-ready two-and three-bedroom apartments are available at Harmony at La Cala Golf, with the homes surrounded by spacious communal gardens and a shared pool. The bright and airy homes feature large terraces with impressive views over the valley of La Cala de Mijas, the golf course and the sea – perfect for making the most of the winter sunshine.

Back to Nature

La Cala Golf is also home to a collection of spacious townhouses in front line golf position with panoramic views of the resort. The development, known as Natura, features homes spread across three levels, with communal pool and gardens.

Ready to move into immediately, the last few townhouses include three spacious bedrooms, in addition to open plan living accommodation on the main floor and private basement levels. Each comes with a private garden and a large solarium, measuring over 50m2. Whether as a main residence or a bolt hole for an extended stay over the winter months, the natural environment that surrounds the homes is ideal for refreshing and restoring your equilibrium.

Buyers at both Harmony and Natura can take advantage of the benefits and discounts provided by the La Cala Privilege Card. Prices for key-ready homes at Harmony start from €390,000 plus VAT, while townhouses at Natura are available from €559,000 plus VAT.

To see the complete selection of Taylor Wimpey properties for sale here on the Costa del Sol please see: www.costadelsolpropertyfinder.com

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BRAND NEW HEAVEN IN EAST MARBELLA... Five bedroom, six bathroom sensational “turn key” Villa. Space, Comfort, Tranquility, Massive Storage, Open plan living, with spectacular Mediterranean and a Golf Course views. Ref: CC0063

Luxury new build Villas in La Cala Golf Resort with 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, Private Pool, Terraces all facing West. Elysium Golf consists of only 15 exclusive villas with double height ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Ref: CC0061

New project of modern two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses in the last plot in prestigious Atalaya, on the junction of the golden triangle Marbella - Benahavis - Estepona. Walking distance to facilities & within a short drive to the beach Ref: CC0065

This sunny Beachside villa is a perfect buy for those seeking to enjoy the glorious Mediterranean lifestyle. Due to its prime location and quality, it is also an excellent investment opportunity. Ref: CC0059

Amazing architectural show piece with four bedrooms and four bathrooms with luxury throughout this villa is in Mijas Golf. On a plot of more than a 1000m2, Built area of 660m2. Ref: CC0034

RENOVATION PROJECT - This property is ideally located in the heart of Fuengirola Centro. With 3 large bright Bedrooms, Kitchen, a large Patio and a Bathroom. It is an excellent opportunity to refurbish or convert it into 2 apartments. Ref: CC0041

299.950€ BUILT: 115 M²

TERRACE: 30 M²

BEDS: TWO BATHS: TWO POOL: COMMUNITY

Central townhouse and at a 5 minute walk from the beach. It has three floors. Ground floor with living-dining room with views of the small private patio/garden and the backyard, kitchen and bathroom. Patio in the front and back of the house. On the first floor there are four bedrooms and another bathroom. On the second floor there are 2 small areas for office or storage and a large terrace. Ideal for family. Close to everything you need. REF: R4059640.

320.000€ MIDDLE FLOOR APARTMENT IN LA CALA GOLF

MIDDLE FLOOR APARTMENT, NUEVA ANDALUCÍA

BUILT: 108 M²

TERRACE: 71 M²

BEDS: TWO BATHS: TWO POOL: COMMUNITY

Locrimar is a very popular development of apartments in Nueva Andalucia. Located within walking distance of the World Famous Puerto Banus. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as a kitchen and large terrace. There is also private car parking space in the communal garage.The gardens are beautiful and there are two lagoon style pools. This property is ideal for full time occupation, a holiday home or as a rental investment. REF: R4094341.

Superb three bedroom three bathroom penthouse apartment is in the sort after exclusive Luxury Samara Resort Marbella. This luxurious apartment which is built with a high quality has 3 double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, two full bathrooms in a modern style, one of them being en-suite and the other being the guest bathroom and a separate guest toilet. Electric shutters to all bedroom windows. The apartment also comes with a large 19m SQ. underground garage parking space and a 14m SQ storage room.. REF: RR4077655.

Beautiful Mediterranean style four bed, three bathroom villa in Nueva Andalucia with lots of light and character. This villa is very closed to La Quinta and Los Naranjos golf areas, as well as to all amenities and a short drive to Puerto Banús. The basement area consists of an office area that could be converted into a fifth bedroom, a storage room and a covered garage for two cars. Ref: RR3551344.

This fantastic three bed, three bath villa is is an absolute gift, a mere 50m from the sandy Elviria beaches, next to the most glamorous beach bars, eg. "La Plage de Casanis", 5* hotel beach clubs; traditional chiringuitos with the true Andalusian flavours, and all that with abundance of amenities and services This independent Villa plot amounts 518sqm, recently renovated to the highest standards both in building materials and construction. Ref: R4011001.

The five bed five bathroom villa comprises bright and spacious areas that are seamlessly integrated with the exterior thanks to the extensive use of glass throughout. built over one floor and is open plan, areas are elevated to create a sense of space rather than using walls. The ambiance is warm and inviting the interior decor is perfect. the home and blends perfectly with the exterior areas. Ref: R4138408.

Luxury five bed detached villa in Hacienda Las Chapas. This stunning property has been totally renovated recently. The property itself has been split between three levels and the highest quality materials have been used to make this wonderful home. Located 15 minutes from Marbella and with 24 hour security this property really is a stunning home. This really is a must see if you are looking in Marbella. Ref: R3943252.

just been newly renovated there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms. To be let unfurnished. With a garden and communal pool. Close To Golf, Close To Town, Close To Schools.

Two Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

Calahonda €1.500 pcm

The urbanisation "Calahonda Suites" is located in a sought-after area. This two bed, tow bath property due to its exceptional great location is in very high demanded due to its proximity to Calahonda beach, shops, supermarkets, restaurants & bars, gym, public transport etc., everything is reachable within a few minutes walking distance.

Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment Calahonda €1.100 pcm

This lovely apartment in upper Calahonda offers it all. You enter the apartment and find a large living area that gives out on the terrace, there is a fully fitted kitchen with a separate storage for washing machine and dryer. There are 2 nice size bedrooms and 2 fully installed bathrooms. The apartment has a huge terrace (+40 sqm) and private garden.

Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment Elviria 1.600€ pcm

This two bedroom apartment has been refurbished with new kitchen. Its great location, just a few meters away from the beach, with restaurants and the prestigious Marriott hotel makes it an ideal family holiday home as well as to live permanently given its spacious dimensions. Residencial Génova is one of the best located developments on the coast, within Elviria beach side.

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quiet development within a private urbanization. Divided in 2 levels. In excellent condition. It has a spacious living/dining area with fireplace and direct access to the private garden with al fresco dining, fully fitted kitchen, two bed & two bath en suite. The main bedroom has jacuzzi and terrace. Parking space in front of the house.

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Fantastic Modern Burger Restaurant and Take Away Close To Puerto Banus 80.000€

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Fantastic Restaurant With Beautiful Terrace & Garden Between San Pedro & Estepona 175.000€

Recently undergone extensive refurbishment with no expense spared A very special restaurant - viewing advised to appreciate the quality

Extremely Successful Modern Hair & Beauty Salon Close To Marbella 95.000€

Located in a busy position in a commercial centre close to Marbella Established well over 20 years and enjoys a fantastic reputation

This traditional Venta, a converted finca is offered for sale having been closed for around 10 years. Consequently some updating is required but it retains a wealth of original charm and character. It has flagstones throughout and lovely original timber beamed ceilings, the walls are a mixture of textured surfaces and bare bricks. There are rustic wall lights and chandeliers, plenty of windows and even an antique cart. It has around 500 m2 built area on a plot of around 1250m2.

THE LIFE AND REIGN OF Queen Elizabeth II

1926 - 2022

ELIZABETH II WAS QUEEN OF THE UNITED KINGDOM FROM 6TH FEBRUARY 1952 UNTIL HER DEATH ON 8 SEPTEMBER 2022. HER REIGN OF 70 YEARS AND 214 DAYS WAS THE LONGEST OF ANY BRITISH MONARCH AND THE SECOND-LONGEST RECORDED OF ANY MONARCH OF A SOVEREIGN COUNTRY.

GLOBE TROTTING

The Queen was better travelled than any British Monarch before her. Within the Commonwealth alone, she has made over 150 visits during her reign.

STATE VISITS

The Queen has hosted 112 incoming State Visits to the United Kingdom, including Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia (1954), Emperor Hirohito of Japan (1971), President Lech Walęsa of Poland (1991) and Presi dent Barack Obama of the USA (2011).

CONGRATULATIONS

The Queen has sent over 300,000 congratulatory cards to people celebrating their 100th birthdays, and over 900,000 messages to couples marking their Diamond (60th) Wedding Anniversaries.

LONGEST REIGNING BRITISH MONACH

On 9th September 2015, The Queen became the longest reigning Monarch in British history, surpassing the reign of her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria. In a speech given on the historic day during an engagement in the Scottish Borders, Her Majesty said, "Inevitably a long life can pass by many milestones - my own is no exception - but I thank you all and the many others at home and overseas for your touching messages of great kindness."

A VERY BUSY DIARY

The Queen carried out more than 21,000 engagements over the course of her reign.

1966 WORLD CUP

In 1966 The Queen presented England football captain Bobby Moore with the World Cup Trophy. It was the largest ever British television audience with 32.3 million viewers.

LOTS OF PORTRAITS

The Queen sat for over 200 official portraits during her reign, the first was in 1933 when she was seven years old and was a portrait painted by Anglo-Hungarian artist Philip Alexius de Laszlo.

ON THE UNDERGROUND

The Queen travelled on the London Underground for the first time in May 1939 with her governess Marion Crawford and her sister Princess Margaret. Since then, she has opened the new section of the Victoria Line (1969); opened the Piccadilly Line extension to Heathrow Airport (1977); visited Baker Street Station to mark the 150th anniversary of the London Underground (2013); and visited the Crossrail construction site at Bond Street Station (2016).

ON THE AIRWAVES

Her Majesty made her first radio broadcast in 1940 when, aged 14, she recorded a message of support for young people affected by the war in Europe, particularly those being evacuated from their homes, on the BBC’s Children's Hour. "I can truthfully say to you all that we children at home are full of cheerfulness and courage," she said. "We are trying to do all we can to help our gallant sailors, soldiers and airmen, and we are trying, too, to bear our own share of the danger and sadness of war."

THE QUEENS VERY OWN ROYAL ZOO

During her reign, Her Majesty has received many gifts including a variety of live animals. The more unusual animals were placed in the care of zoos, among them jaguars and sloths from Brazil, an elephant from Cameroon and two black beavers from Canada. Also two black swans, two toco toucans, two red billed toucans, two ariel toucans, two giant anteaters, one Linne's two-toed sloth and one giant armadillo from President Artur da Costa e Silva of Brazil.

SCHOOLS IN SPAIN

IN SERIES

School in Spain has many differences to the UK. The ‘school year’ for age of the child, determining when they start educa琀on or which year they will join, is January to December, e.g. a child who’s 6th birthday is this year, will start school in September this year. The school year runs from September to June, with a long break for summer. Christmas and Easter holidays are shorter than in the UK. Half terms do not really exist, though compensa琀on is in the numerous local fes琀val days and non-teaching days that give children and teachers more breaks in the school year.

TYPES OF SCHOOLS IN SPAIN

PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Equivalent to a comprehensive in the UK, these are the state funded schools and are free for children from age 3 to 18 years.

CONCERTADOS: These are Spanish private schools which are subsided by the government. They follow the Spanish system of educa琀on, and have lower fees due to the subsidies.

PRIVATE SCHOOLS: These include Spanish and Interna琀onal schools, the la琀er usually being the most expensive. All schools in Spain have to follow the Spanish system of educa琀on, but Interna琀onal Schools run a parallel system, e.g. Bri琀sh GCSE and A levels. Some will also offer the Interna琀onal Baccalaureate.

CHOOSING A SCHOOL IN SPAIN & THE STAGES OF SCHOOL IN SPAIN Nursery School in Spain (Guarderías): English speaking Guarderías have grown up grew up in response to demand, par琀cularly in the major ci琀es or the Costas and Islands. Nurseries principally offer supervised low-cost childcare, rather than necessarily focusing on the child’s development. There are also private, fee-paying nursery schools and these generally cater for children aged 2 to 6. Some琀mes these are a琀ached to primary schools, in which case children can just transi琀on into their formal educa琀on. There is a reasonable amount of flexibility in terms of hours of a琀endance and parents can choose mornings, a昀ernoons, full days or just a few days per week. The cost varies.

Infant School in Spain (Educación Infantil): Although Infant school in Spain is voluntary, most children a琀end, from age 3 un琀l 6, when compulsory educa琀on at Primary school begins.

Primary School in Spain (Educación Primaria): Children a琀end Primary School in Spain from the age of 6 to 11. In Primary School in Spain, children study, Spanish, Mathema琀cs, Science, History, English, Art, Social Studies, Physical Educa琀on.

Secondary School in Spain (Educación Secundaria Obligatoria – ESO): Secondary School in Spain covers the years from 12 to 16. As in the UK, most state secondary schools are completely separate from primary schools, in private schools however, they are o昀en located together. In both there are core compulsory subjects and op琀onal subjects. This forms the Na琀onal Curriculum that all schools in Spain, whatever status, i.e. private or public, must follow. On successful comple琀on of Secondary, students gain a Graduate of Secondary Educa琀on Cer琀fi cate, and can then move onto the next level of higher secondary school, which is the gateway to university. Less academic students may be awarded a School Cer琀ficate to confirm they have completed compulsory school in Spain, and leave at this point. Students must pass the year. This means that they can only fail a maximum of two subjects and it is common for pupils to repeat years, even twice in some cases. This is a key difference with the UK, and means that there can o昀en be quite an age difference between students in classes in the later years of secondary school in Spain.

Upper Secondary School in Spain (optional): This is the equivalent of UK 6th form and is not compulsory. Students can study for university entrance or enter voca琀onal studies. Some public secondary schools only have students from 6 to 16.

GADGETS GADGETS & &Gizmo’s Gizmo’s

Lego have realised a life-sized Black Panther bust just ahead of the upcoming MCU sequel . The set is a 2,961-piece tribute to King T’Challa, which is inspired by the comic book characters. Featuring removable hands, allowing you to display Black Panther doing his trademark cross-armed “Wakanda Forever” hand sign, or as just the helmet and torso.

The LG OLED Flex, the world’s first bendable 42-inch OLED TV… You heard that right, bendable: not just curved, but a display that you can bend from flat to curved. What’s more, you can adjust the curvature to over 20 levels. It boasts highly accurate colours (100 percent colour fidelity certified), lightning-fast response times at 0.1ms, and low input lag. Combine this with Dolby Atmos & Dolby Vision. Impressive!

Canyon’s Ultimate bikes have claimed Grand Tour victories, two World Championship titles and hundreds of stage wins over the years. Its fifth-gen upgrades have been to weight, comfort, and aerodynamics. The frame weighs in ad just 6.3kg. It’s compatible with Canyon’s ultra-light 3D printed mount for Garmin & Wahoo bike computers. Pros have already chalked up stage wins in the Vuelta a España,

The Kobo Clara 2E is a waterproof e-reader made almost entirely out of recycled plastic.. In fact up to 60 mins water resistance in up to two metres of water! Its easier on your eyes when reading at night, and you get 16GB of storage, double that of the Kindle Paperwhite. Bluetooth is also supported, You’ll have enough room for 75 audiobooks. The battery life expected is measured in weeks!

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Insta360 X3 is a really refined action camera. It captures absolutely everything around you, allowing the user to crop and reframe later. Rather than point and shoot. An Active HDR video mode lets you shoot stabilised footage with a wider dynamic range, the 2.29in touchscreen for easier direct control. 360 video can be recorded in 5.7K at up to 30fps or 4K at up to 60fps,& photos at up to 72MP.

Apple's new rugged watch is hitting a store near you soon… Apple says the watch has been ‘years in the making’ and is designed for more extreme sports. It’s made from aerospace-grade titanium, which I think we can assume is strong. The 49mm case has an easy-to-read brighter flatter screen, with a new customisable action button. The battery can last up to 60 hours for extreme sports. There’s a new Compass app, too!

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II promise silence. colourway They are going to be available in two colourways: Triple Black finish and Soapstone they are the first buds to feature CustomTune a new technology to fine-tune both sound and noise-cancellation to the unique shape of every individual ear. The QuietComfort Earbuds II use 9.3mm full-range dynamic drivers with Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless connectivity.

Sage Barista Express Impress promises a cleaner coffee with “assisted tamping” this is where the magic happens, with a quick press lever at the side of the machine. It gives the coffee puck a 7-degree twist - getting rid of any excess grinds. Water is pumped at low pressure for pre-infusion and high 9 bar for extraction. There is a built-in high pressure steam wand for frothing milk, with a two-litre water tank.

What a wonderful man...

A man walked out to the street and caught a taxi just going by. He got into the taxi, and the cabbie said, "Perfect timing. You're just like "Brian!

Passenger: "Who?"

Cabbie: "Brian Sullivan. He's a guy who did everything right all the time. Like my coming along when you needed a cab, things happen like that to Brian Sullivan, every single time."

Passenger: "There are always a few clouds over everybody."

Cabbie: "Not Brian Sullivan. He was a terrific athlete. He could have won the Grand Slam at tennis. He could golf with the pros. He sang like an opera baritone and danced like a Broadway star and you should have heard him play the piano. He was an amazing guy."

Passenger: "Sounds like he was something really special."

Cabbie: "There's more. He had a memory like a computer. He remembered everybody's birthday. He knew all about wine, which foods to order and which fork to eat them with. He could fix anything. Not like me. I change a fuse, and the whole street blacks out. But Brian Sullivan, he could do everything right."

"Sounds like he was something really special."

Passenger: "Wow. Some guy then."

Cabbie: "He always knew the quickest way to go in traffic and avoid traffic jams. Not like me, I always seem to get stuck in them. But Brian, he never made a mistake, and he really knew how to treat a woman and make her feel good. He would never answer her back even if she was in the wrong; and his clothing was always immaculate, shoes highly polished too. He was the perfect man! He never made a mistake. No one could ever measure up to Brian Sullivan."

Passenger: "An amazing fellow. How did you meet him?"

Cabbie: "Well, I never actually met Brian. He died. I'm married to his bloody widow.

You're just likeBrian!”

Health

Well Being 10 SIMPLETIPS TO BEAT TIREDNESS

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Hormones, sleep patterns and dietary decisions all have an impact on how our energy levels peak and trough. What’s more, because your body temperature naturally dips between 2pm and 4pm, our circadian rhythm can increase the urge to enjoy a power nap... an ideal solution if you can schedule in 20 minutes of restorative shut eye.

1) SUPERCHARGE YOUR SLEEP

A sleep debt has serious effects on your productivity and efficiency, One easy way to redress your sleep debt is to go to bed 15-30 minutes earlier every night. This will help to reset your circadian rhythms (your natural body clock), which is vital for your body’s metabolic and physiological processes. also advises switching off electronic items at least an hour before bed to restrict your exposure to blue light, which is known to disrupt natural sleep patterns.

2) TURN TO TURMERIC

This golden spice is famed for its anti-inflammatory prop erties, its bioactive compounds promote a daily boost. Studies show that a link curcuminoids will increase brain power. Look out for turmeric blended with black pepper as this optimises the absorption of curcumin by up to 2,000 percent. Just lace your stews, teas, or warm milk with this powerhouse antioxidant to upgrade your energy.

3) BOOST YOUR BREAKFAST

Try not to eat cereal first thing, have something like eggs with wholegrain toast and avocado with a sprinkle of seeds, or soak oats and chia seeds in a plant-based milk overnight and top with blueberries and seeds in the morn

ing. This will fill you up for far longer and will help keep your energy up.

4) WAKE, THEN WALK

How you spend the first 30 minutes of your day is crucial to controlling energy levels. Try to expose yourself to nat ural light first thing; getting your body outside is one of the best things yoou can do to improve energy levels because it regulates our body’s internal clock.

5) TRY BRAIN-FRIENDLY FUNGI

Can fungi really fix brain fog? Lion’s mane (a mushroom that can be taken as a supplement) supports brain func tion and neurological health and has been proven to stimulate the synthesis of nerve growth factor. The upshot? A reduction in brain fog and greater focus.

6) HIT PEAK HYDRATION

We all know drinking water is important, fatigue is caused by dehydration. Even a small reduction in optimum levels can cause tiredness. In one study, a mere 1.59 percent in fluid loss caused poor memory function, anxiety and fatigue, so try keeping a filled water bottle by your side and reach for it before a cup of tea or coffee. For water the “8x8 rule”: the unofficial advice recommending we drink eight 240ml glasses of water per day, totalling just under two litres, on top of any other drinks.

NEXT MONTH

KEEN TO AVOID THAT MID-AFTERNOON SLUMP AND STAY ENERGISED FROM DAWN TILL DUSK? A FEW SIMPLE TWEAKS TO YOUR DAILY HABITS...

HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?

Exercise that is! How much physical activity do adults aged 19-64 years old need to do to stay healthy? To stay healthy or improve health, adults need to do two types of physical activity each week: aerobic & strength exercises.

Guidelines for adults aged 19-64 TO STAY HEALTHY, ADULTS AGED 19-64 SHOULD TRY TO BE ACTIVE DAILY AND SHOULD DO:

At least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity such as cycling or brisk walking every week, and strength exercises on two or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms)

OR

75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, such as running or a game of singles tennis every week, and strength exercises on two or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms).

OR

A mix of moderate and vigorous aerobic activity every week. For example, two 30-minute runs plus 30 minutes of brisk walking equates to 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, and strength exercises on two or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms)

A GOOD RULE IS THAT ONE MINUTE OF VIGOROUS ACTIVITY PROVIDES THE SAME HEALTH BENEFITS AS TWO MINUTES OF MODERATE ACTIVITY. ONE WAY TO DO YOUR RECOMMENDED 150 MINUTES OF WEEKLY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IS TO DO 30 MINUTES ON FIVE DAYS EVERY WEEK. ALL ADULTS SHOULD ALSO BREAK UP LONG PERIODS OF SITTING WITH LIGHT ACTIVITY.

What counts as vigorous activity?

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What activitIES STRENGTHEN MUSCLES?

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Muscle-strengthening exercises are counted in repetitions and sets. A repetition is one complete movement of an activity, like a bicep curl or a sit-up. A set is a group of repetitions. For each strength exercise, try to do: At least one set - 8 to 12 repetitions in each set. To get health benefits from strength exercises, you should do them to the point where you struggle to complete another repetition. Why not start a five-week exercise plan and see how you improve your strength and flexibility in a really short time!

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MEDICAL MAYHEM

BODILY FACTS CONTINUED...

• The human brain cell can hold 5 times as much information as the Encyclopedia Britannica. Or any other encyclopedia for that matter.

Scientists have yet to settle on a definitive amount, but the storage capacity of the brain in electronic terms is thought to be between 3 or even 1,000 terabytes.

• Nerve impulses to and from the brain travel as fast as 170 MPH.

• The lifespan of a human hair is 3 to 7 years on average.

• The surface area of a human lung is equal to a tennis court.

• The fastest growing nail is on the middle finger. And the nail on the mid dle finger of your dominant hand will grow the fastest of all. Why is not entirely known, but nail growth is related to the length of the finger, with the longest fingers growing nails the fastest and shortest the slowest.

• A full bladder is roughly the size of a soft ball. No wonder you have to run to bathroom when you feel the call of nature. The average bladder holds about 400-800cc of fluid but most people will feel the urge to go long before that at 250 to 300 cc.

• Your teeth start growing 6 months before you are born. While few babies are born with teeth in place, the teeth that will eventually push through the gums of young children are formed long before the child even leaves the womb.

• Even small noises cause the pupils of the eyes to dilate. It is believed that this is why surgeons, watchmakers and others who perform delicate manual operations are so bothered by uninvited noise. The sound causes their pupils to change focus and blur their vision.

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HALLOWEEN FACTS...

The spookiest season of the year is quickly approaching some people call it All-Hallows Eve, All Saints' Eve, or Halloween. To help you brush up on your trivia, we've rounded up some fun Halloween facts below….

• HALLOWEEN ORIGINATED FROM AN ANCIENT CELTIC FESTIVAL: The origins of Halloween date back 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which was celebrated on October 31st on the eve of their new year. The Celts believed that the dead returned to earth that night, and so they lit bonfires and donned costumes to ward off the ghosts.

• PUMKIN CARVING: Is rooted in an Irish folktale about a man named Stingy Jack who fooled the devil and in turn was forced to walk the Earth with only a burning coal in a hollowed turnip to light his

way. The Irish began to call him "Jack of the Lantern," and then just "Jack o'Lantern."

• TRICK-OR-TREATING HAS EXISTED SINCE MEDIEVAL TIMES: Trick-or-treating was inspired by the medieval English tradition of "souling," which involved children going door-to-door on All Souls Day, offering prayers for residents’ deceased loved ones in exchange for food.

• HALLOWEEN FOLKLORE IS FULL OF FOR TUNE-TELLING & MAGIC: Old English folklore about Halloween is full of superstition and fortune-telling that still lingers today, like bob bing for apples or avoiding black cats. One piece of folklore says that if a young unmarried person walks down the stairs backwards at midnight while holding a mirror, the face that appears in the mirror will be their next lover.

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ALLTHEQUEENSCARS...

QUEEN ELIZABETH II CARS

After the sad passing of Queen Elizabeth II who had a love of cars, particularly Land Rover, Daimler and Rolls Royce, we take a look at some of the Queen’s favourite personal cars.

In this photo the Queen attends the 1957 Royal Ascot horse races accompanied by two of her chil dren Prince Charles and Princess Anne in her Daimler Conquest.

One of The Queen’s first vehicles, stayed with her for a long time. The fourdoor Daimler Empress MkII saloon had “folddown walnut tables and throne-like seats” and was one of the 33 units produced,

In 1957, Renault pre sented the Queen with a gift of this Dauphine, built in their London Factory in Acton. Prince Charles learned to drive in the car.

One of the Queen’s favourite cars was her 1961 Vauxhall Cresta ‘MYT1’. She drove it regularly,

The registration is now on a new model Range Rover which followed the hearse used to transport the Queen followed by Princess Anne and her family.

In 2015, Land Rover presented the Queen with a one-off electric hybrid named State Review, which features an open roof and dazzling maroon colour scheme.

The first ever Bentley Bentayga SUV was built according to the Queen’s specifications.

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Aries

STAR SIGNS

A look at what's in store for you during October 2022...

Capricorn, Venus your sign this month and see you wondering about the relationship you are in and the odds at working out long-term. Others take on responsibilities like planning your wedding or moving in together. If you are single, then it’s possible you’ll run into people who are more interested in your wallet than in the rest of your qualities! The solar eclipse of October 25th, might mark a turning point when it comes to plans for the future. On the work front you have great odds at running into important opportunities that help you stand out and expose your ideas and pro jects. You can get significant benefits, including material, after October 23rd when Saturn stops its retrograde motion You’ve been so busy of late try to give yourself enough time to recuperatie your forces.

Aquarius, Mercury resumes its direct motion on October 2nd, it’s best to steer clear of being overly domineering, jealous, and possessive. It would be wise to make the most of the ener gy of this transit in order to change for the better your relationship, but you need to start with yourself and your own attitude. It seems that your goals are bold at the moment and you’re really busy, but it’s important how you go about things: the right or the wrong way. If you’re honest and respon sible, you’re well-appreciated and you have great odds at getting promoted or finding a great job. You shouldn’t neglect the spiritual side of life, though. Try to explore some healthy spiritual princi ples and apply them in everyday life because they contribute to you regaining your physical and emotional balance.

Pisces, for many of you it’s getting clearer and clearer that you need to make major changes in your relationships, particularly with romantic ties.. Mercury stops its retrograde motion on October 2nd, as a result, you have the the best conditions for having honest discussions with your partner and finding solutions. If you are single, then Jupiter can help you look deeper within and get your feelings sorted out. As a result, you’ll be falling in love sooner than you thought. The solar eclipse on October 25th could mark a moment of. Be prepared to make a change, shift attitudes, or try a new approach. On October 2nd, Mercury resumes its direct motion helps you make a very profitable investment or get rid of some debt. October 2022 is great month for cleansing your soul reflect and try to get some “you” time.

Aries, October 2022 seems busy in terms of your relationships. That stands both for those who are currently single and those who are already involved or married. Even the most compli cated situations or difficult relationships can improve provided you don’t try to push things. You get the chance to end significant material emotional dependencies. Pay attention and make the most of this opportunity! The Sun, Venus and Mercury give you fantastic odds at finding a job (if you’re looking) or to see the unblocking of important. October 2022 is a great term for negotiations, attract ing more clients, and activities that involve public relations. Ties to others are demanding, sometimes even tiring. But you can’t avoid them if you want to resolve some issues. If you have health issues that you’ve been neglecting lately, it wouldn’t hurt to see a doctor.

Taurus

Taurus, in October Mercury resumes its direct motion. As a result, you can expect to become clearer on what you want, from your partner, or how you can win the heart of someone that you’ve been attracted to for some time. If your relationships have encountered confusions or mix-ups also you get the chance to enter a better phase. Things can start to clear up and you might make some constructive decisions. On October 28th, 2022, Jupiter retrograde returns and on October 30th, Mars begins its retrograde motion through your sign. You’re in for a great term when it comes to your professional life and income. But you should revise your plans for the future and make sure you have the resources you need in order to achieve what you set out to do. October is a great month to pay more attention to your physical and mental health.

Gemini

Gemini, Mercury resumes its direct motion on October 2nd. As a result, you can expect to clear up some emotional issues and make an important decision about a connection or how you behave in a relationship. The Sun and Venus give you charm in abundance this month which improves your odds at beginning a new relationship. If you’re already part of a long-lasting relationship try to surprise your other half with a romantic date. On October 28th Jupiter is in retrograde motion as a result, you should have a carefully think as to whether what you’re doing professionally suits you and brings you satisfaction or if it’s a job that your parents pushed you into or that you’re doing only for the money. If you have older afflictions with your health these may become acute and push you into changing your lifestyle, diet or so on.

Cancer

June 21st

July 22nd

Cancer, October 2022, is up and down regarding your love life. Particularly between October 6th and 18th. Some of you get carried away with false hope; you may choose to accept reality for what it is, even if sometimes it’s not that pleasant. During the second half of October there might be conflicts or confrontations with your family. In order to overcome this difficult time, try to be as objective and detached your feelings. As of October 2nd, Mercury resumes its direct motion, issues various mix-ups and misunderstandings that have led to repeated postponements seem to just unstick and start to head towards being resolved. Try and take stock this month and regain an emotional balance, look at things and even the most stressful of situations in a realistic way, with the determination to overcome them.

Leo

23rd

August 22nd

Leo, you tend to become more idealistic in love this month. You seem to be driving your other half to despair expect to be remined of all the promises you never lived up to! If you’re sin gle, you get the chance to meet someone special. Maybe someone from your past might come back into your life, triggering desires that you thought were long gone. Mercury resumes its direct motion on October 2nd, as a result, you’re going through an excellent term for negotiating a raise, making your ideas known, and proposing solutions that you feel are the best suited for resolving some complicated professional issues. You tend to become more melancholic, more withdrawn, more introspective, and more focused on the past. It’s an important step towards becoming more self-aware and healing your heart.

Virgo

August 23rd

September 22nd

Virgo, Mercury resumes its direct motion precisely in your sign this month. You start to feel more secure and be clearer about what it is that you want. This change can prove to be par ticularly beneficial for ties to others, including romantic ties. A moment of epiphany helps you gain an entirely new perspective on your life and your plans for the future. Be calm and don’t rush into making decisions! This months astrological context looks to be very beneficial from a material point, Mars begins its retrograde motion in your sign, it’s time to revise your professional strategy and your plans for the long run. You’ll have enough time until the beginning of next year, but you can start to think about what you should change. You seem to be very determined to achieve your goals chan nel your mental & physical energy so that you don’t waste your efforts.

Libra

September 23rd

October 22nd

Libra, Venus transits your skies until October 23rd. You need to look at the way you feel on a relationship and not put your feelings on the backburner. In some cases, this might lead confusion, or you expect too much from romantic ties. Looking within yourself can help clear up your own feelings. If you are single, then you might get the chance to begin a new and serious relation ship with great odds at making it long-term. It seems that in some business partnerships or collaborations there’s a need for some clarifications. In order to achieve your goals it’s important not to start discussions on the back foot so try to be as flexible and open as possible to the point of view of others. Venus and the Sun are in your sign until October 23rd, Pamper yourself, update your wardrobe, and so on. But try not to spend carelessly or you’ll end up regretting it!

Scorpio

October 23rd

November 21st

Scorpio, this month sees you in a very reflective mood when it comes to relationships and ties you’ve had in the past. If you’re single, you shouldn’t rush to begin a new relationship par ticularly if you haven’t made peace with your part in your heart of hearts. Maybe you haven’t let go emotionally of someone that you still care about even if they haven’t been by your side for some time now. Now more than ever you want to be listened to, understood and validated. But you can only achieve that if you’re open with others, particularly with your close ones. The Sun transits your sign this month and it’s an excellent term for adding things up professionally, for wrapping up some projects and exploring the possibility to establish new alliances or with your associates, if you own a business.

Sagittarius

November 22nd

December 21st

Sagittarius, Mercury resumes its direct motion on October 2nd. The astrological term is already favorable for clarifying love ties that have been experiencing issues lately. You might not be so sure about what you want, but your other half comes up with propositions, that you can’t really ignore. If you’re single, it’s time to go out and try to make new friends. A relationship that starts as platonic can transform later on into a deeper bond. If you’ve arguments at work with colleagues or clients’ things become calmer and more constructive. Some gestures and attitudes that came out of these you might see them in an entirely new light. The solar eclipse of October 25th, pushes you to pay more attention to your inner emotional life. Dreams carry important and help you to become aware of some aspects of your life that you might have been ignoring until now.

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ULTIMATE TRAVEL QUIZ... Do you love travelling and think you know the world inside out? How many do you know?

1) There are two countries that are completely land-locked in South America name one of them?

2) Which is the only US State to have a one syllable name?

3) What is the line of latitude 23.5° north of the Equator more commonly known as?

4) Which European capital is built on 14 islands?

5) In 1993, ‘Ayers Rock’ also became known by its Aboriginal name, what is this name?

6) Which island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea is also known as the ‘Island of Spice’?

7) In which country is there a natural gas pit nicknamed the ‘Door to Hell’ that has been burning since 1971?

Across:

Informal gathering (6)

Intolerant person (5)

Bloodsucking worm (5)

Part time policeman (7)

Funeral procession (7)

Pantomime Jack (4)

Tipster's best (3)

Inhabitant of Jellystone Park (4)

Give praise (4)

Winner's trophy (3)

Exaggerated publicity(4)

Most supple (7)

Female thespian (7)

Sibling's daughter (5)

Large wading bird (5)

Smouldering wood (6)

Down:

1. Join two ends (6)

Farewell greeting (7)

e.g Charlton,Wigan (8)

Prepare a drink (4)

Society (5)

Old dancing girl (6)

USA Ski Resort (5)

Metalic element (8)

Four stringed instrument (7)

Sword case (6)

A velvety fabric (5)

Emphasize (6)

Humorous father (5)

A long period of time (4)

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Police arrested two kids yesterday, one was drinking battery acid, the other was eating fireworks. They charged one.... and let the other one off.

Vampire 1: "I once went so long without fresh blood that I nearly died."

Vampire 2: "How awful!"

Vampire 1: "Yes. Fortunately, I found some in the neck of time."

One day Mrs. Jones went to have a talk with the minister at the local church. "Reverend," she said, "I have a problem, my husband keeps falling asleep during your sermons. It's very embarrassing.

What should I do?"

"I have an idea," "Take this hatpin with you. I will be able to tell when Mr. Jones is sleeping, and I will motion to you at specific times. When I motion, you give him a good poke in the leg."

In church the following Sunday, Mr. Jones dozed off. Noticing this, the preacher put his plan to work. "And who made the ultimate sacrifice for you?" he said, nodding to Mrs. Jones. "Jesus!", Jones cried as his wife jabbed him the leg with the hatpin.

"Yes, you are right, Mr. Jones," said the minister. Soon, Mr. Jones nodded off again. Again, the minister noticed.

"Who is your redeemer?" he asked the congregation, motioning towards Mrs. Jones.

"God!" Mr. Jones cried out as he was stuck again with the hatpin. "Right again," said the minister, smiling. Before long, Mr. Jones again fell asleep

again. However, this time the minister did not notice. As he picked up the tempo of his sermon, he made a few motions that Mrs. Jones mistook as signals to bayonet her husband with the hatpin again. The minister asked, "And what did Eve say to Adam after she bore him his 99th son?"

Mrs. Jones poked her husband, who yelled, "You stick that goddamned thing in me one more time and I'll break it in half and shove it up your bottom!" "Amen," replied the congregation.

SAD TIMES INDEED… I just tried to reach for my dog’s paw and he pulled it away. So I pretended I was reaching for the remote control.

Q. What happened to the guy who didn't pay his exorcist?

A. He was repossessed.

What did the tired wizard do? He sat down for a spell

What did the wizard say to the twin witches? Which witch is which? What do you call a dog magician? A labracadabrador

What do you get if you cross a wizard and a blizzard? A cold spell What subject do they teach at wizard school? Spelling

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