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CONTENTS Nº 161 - JUNE 2016

GOSPEL WORKSHOPS AT G.A.M.P.A.

MONTY’S ON THE MOVE……UPMARKET!

THE TOYOTA & LEXUS HYBRID RANGE

THE ROOT CAUSE

WHEN THE RAIN COMES

THE YAMAHA MT – 10

KALEIDOSCOPE

AN IMMIGRANT’S TALE

BUBBLE FOOTBALL GIB. FOOTBALL BUT WITH BIGGER BALLS!

MISS GIBRALTAR 2016

FOCUS ON: SUEÑOS

THE BEST RECIPES OF OUR CUISINE

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Gospel workshops at G.A.M.P.A. of Praise’, BBC Radio 2 ‘Gospel Train’ ‘Stars in their Eyes’ and the MOBO’s. She was recently in charge of the Backing Singer Team for the Leona Lewis Concert in Liverpool, which featured local singer Jeremy Perez.

The Gibraltar Academy of Music and Performing Arts has recently organised a weekend of “Gospel Workshops” for the Gibraltar Youth Choir and other singing students led by Audrey Lawrence-Mattis, choir Director or the prestigious AMC Gospel Choir. She is well known on the British gospel scene as an awardwinning choir director of repute. Singing from an early age in 1988 she sang with the choir which provided the backing vocals on the anti-apartheid anthem “Something Inside so Strong” by Labi Siffre. Audrey has directed a number of established gospel choirs over the years including Highgate Gospel Choir, NTCG Mass Choir and most recently Vicinity Gospel Choir. In 1995 she received the BGMAN Choir Director of the Year award and currently works within the music industry as a vocal coach and choir tutor. She has worked closely with a range of organisations including Llangollen International Eisteddfod, British Gospel Arts, schools, colleges and universities all over the UK and has delivered at hundreds of singing workshops. Her choir the AMC Gospel Choir has being invited to work with the American 8 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

Audrey Mattis worked on a number of different pieces with the Gibraltar Youth Choir from early 20th century to Modern Gospel pieces as well as “Something inside so strong”, which she, as mentioned earlier, was a part of the original recording. She went through a brief history of Gospel Music and gave the singers different exercises to work on, as well as, pieces to keep in their repertoire. These workshops took place over two full days and the students involved thoroughly enjoyed every minute. They spent the full weekend studying this subject and developing their knowledge.

Grammy nominee Howard McCrary at Ronnie Scott’s. AMC members have appeared on TV,

stage and have provided backing singing and musicianship for tours. Shows have included ‘Songs

These Sessions were organized by the academy working on behalf of HM Government of Gibraltar and the Parasol Foundation as part of our Scholarship Programme. The academy hopes to continue bringing guest tutors over to help develop our academic programme.

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Monty’s on the Move… UPMARKET! Nestled in a leafy corner of Europort sits Monty’s Restaurant, which Globe Magazine visited some two years ago and recommended as the best place in town for ‘calamares’. Monty’s is, however, more that and they are going to move upmarket and prove it to their many clients, who keep pushing them and giving praise and ideas

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Well for the moment, Adrian Lopez Espinosa, the restaurant manager, takes up the new story in a chat we had over coffee and spring sunshine. “Well the first thing is that we want to improve the dining experience with a ‘pergola structure’ and plants, as well as, new décor. A ‘toldo’ structure 10 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

will continue to offer shade and protection and a new floor and furniture will complete the picture. The time frame for this is mid-August and work has already started.” Without leaving the ‘freiduria’ for which it’s justifiably proud, a new sophisticated menu aimed more at restaurant eating with fine meat cuts and elaborate sauces is

being planned and the dining experience will be enhanced by quite a few notches. A new trend will be game meats and ‘ternera de retinto’, which for meat lovers is a ‘must have.’ These cattle are from Northern Spain and bred on diets much like the ‘bellota’ pigs, which produce the finest ham. “We already offer wild boar and

venison from excellent sources and for the discriminating diner, who wants to eat healthy, game is a cut above as they say. We are flexible in the way we accompany those dishes; grilled seasonal vegetables is our choice but customers can request their own. Many existing clients and new ones too have given us the confidence to move up into the restaurant domain. Indeed

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we have some customers, who tell us that they never eat better than at Monty’s and we are proud of that.” This winter has seen them experimenting with new dishes and the wide choice of food on the new menu will attest to the claim that Monty’s can offer the diner, as well as, the celebratory office party and family gatherings, top choices in pizzas, ‘raciones’, grilled meats and mixed fried fish platters of 1.2kg of species variety to tempt the most fastidious ea-

ters. They are confident that they can offer this quality dining experience so they have subscribed to the ‘hungry monkey’ telephone app in order to deliver these new dishes right to your doorstep. “Imagine a dish, which has hake (merluza) with clams and prawns in an elaborate ‘salsa marinera’ and a side of your choice. For the hot weather now upon us, we can tempt you with a selection of ice creams and cool drinks whilst you sit in comfort and watch the world

go by in an ideal part of Europort.” Adrian is excited and exudes charm with a quiet confidence that all this is achievable. His seven years in catering over the border in a career, which he chose over engineering (which he completed- bar one assignment) has brought him here. He loves the Rock and since three winters ago when he joined Monty’s, has been working up to this re-launch. So ‘Monty lovers’ and new pros-

pective customers, if you want to widen your choice of go -to restaurant and high end takeaway service, you really ought to go down to Europort and check all this out. By the time you read this, many of you will be on holiday but remember that these are promises to keep so check out Monty’s when you come back because they’re on the move and the only way is up from now on! For bookings and reservations, phone Monty’ on 200 63868 GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 13

The Toyota & Lexus Hybrid Range Practical, good value options for everyday motoring Hybrid cars are becoming much more numerous these days, as almost every manufacturer strives to develop models powered by a combination of electric motors and internal combustion (petrol) engines. Our list includes the more con-

ventional petrol hybrids, where electric power is used to boost performance, increase fuel economy and reduce CO2 emissions. This means hybrids are almost always cheaper to run than their conventionally powered equivalents although they can sometimes be slightly more expensive to

buy! There’s now a hybrid to suit almost every need from family hatchbacks to luxury saloons and everything in between, with our list focusing on Toyota’s and Lexus’ practical, good value options for everyday motoring.

core technology applicable to all future models. The launch of the Toyota Auris HSD is the first step in the deployment of Toyota’s full hybrid drive technology across the company’s

entire European model range.

The broad range of Toyota and

Lexus models available enables you pick the one that suits your requirements exactly. This month’s selection includes the sporty hatchback Auris, the confident and capable five-door hatchback Yaris, the compact SUV NX and the spacious and luxurious IS

TOYOTA AURIS HATCHBACK & TOURING SPORTS Combining Hatchback and Touring Sports body styles with a choice of petrol and hybrid power-trains, and an updated grade strategy including new safety equipment, the new Auris model range has been designed to meet the needs of every C-segment customer. The Toyota Auris HSD introduced Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology to a mainstream model of the Toyota line-up. The 5-door hatchback is equipped with the first and only full hybrid power-train in the highly competitive C-segment. Reflecting Toyota’s environmental lead in the drive towards sustainable mobility, Hybrid Synergy Drive® will serve as a 14 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

The Toyota Auris HSD launch completes a revised Auris model range, which offers marked improvements in style and in-

terior quality. The Auris range also benefits from a more refined driving experience and a wider choice of Toyota Optimal Drive-efficient power-trains. The introduction of HSD

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makes the Auris range unique within the C-segment. Auris is the first model to offer a choice of petrol or full hybrid powertains, comprehensively catering for every customer requirement. Over and above the benefits of exceptional fuel economy and low CO2 emissions inherent in Hybrid Synergy Drive®, the everyday usability, driving comfort and remarkable quietness of Toyota’s full hybrid power-train will offer the Toyota Auris HSD customer a smooth and sophisticated, relaxed and stress-free driving experience entirely unique in the C-segment.

zero CO2, NOX and PM emissions, driving for up to about two kilometres at speeds of up to about 50 km/h, dependant on battery charge and driving conditions. The Toyota Auris HSD’s exterior design incorporates several unique styling details to improve the car’s aerodynamic performance and the fuel efficiency of its Hybrid Synergy Drive® power-train. The interior incorporates hybrid-speci-

TOYOTA YARIS The Yaris Hybrid is Toyota’s first foray into the ‘super-mini’ segment with parallel hybrid technology. The Yaris has the potential to be an even more conductive lightning rod than its bigger hybrid brother. It is smaller, cleaner and, most importantly, cheaper than the established hybrid norm, and it is perfectly positioned to unlock the untapped market potential of the petrol-electric ‘super-mi-

commodation and load-space. The downsized hybrid system combines a substantially re-engineered 1.5 litre petrol engine with a lighter, more compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack, which launches the Yaris Hybrid from 0 – 62 mph in 11.8 seconds. The highly efficient powertrain offers the best balance of performance and fuel consumption/CO2 emissions in the B segment. It delivers an

Capable of operating both independently and in combination, the Hybrid Synergy Drive® system’s 1.8 litre VVT-i petrol engine and electric motor generate a maximum power output of 136 DIN hp, equipping the Toyota Auris HSD with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 11.4 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h - performance to match any conventional 2.0 litre diesel or petrol hatchback. Conversely, the Auris full hybrid returns class-leading fuel consumption figures of only 3.8 l/100 km in the European homologation combined cycle and remarkably low, highly taxefficient CO2 emissions of just 89 g/km - a figure unmatched by any other C-segment car. In addition, the Toyota Auris HSD generates significantly lower NOX emissions than diesel engined cars of comparable performance. Moreover, when operating in a unique, switchable EV mode, the Toyota Auris HSD offers 16 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

fic instruments, switchgear and upholstery. The Toyota Auris HSD represents outstanding value for money. Its best-in-class CO2 emissions and combined cycle fuel economy offer customers exceptionally low running costs. Finally, the Auris grade structure has been revised to bring Hybrid grades -Entry, Mid, Style and High- into line with the rest of the model range.

ni’. With low fuel consumption, low environmental impact, strong acceleration, great manoeuvrability and unique EV capabilities, it represents the ultimate urban car. The new power-train has been optimized for installation within the vehicle’s compact, extremely efficient packaging design, without detriment to either system quality and performance, or passenger ac-

average fuel consumption of just 3.5 l/100 km and segmentbest CO2 emissions of only 79 g/km, whilst allowing customers frequent, all-electric driving periods that emit no NOx, PM or CO2 emissions. With segment-best fuel consumption of 3.1 l/100 km in the urban cycle, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid represents the ideal urban mobility choice. Internal test data show that a high

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proportion of journey time and distance can be undertaken with the engine off, representing significant benefits in fuel consumption. Expected to represent 20% of all Yaris model sales in Europe, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid is not a niche model. Rather, it represents a new, unique alternative for demanding urban drivers, who expect a new driving and ownership experience from their car. The Toyota Yaris Hybrid combines the tangible benefits of advanced technology, low emissions and unbeatable cost of ownership with a new, uniquely relaxed and quiet driving style. Its HSD system proves that driving pleasure needs not to be compromised by environmental responsibility and low running costs, and it shares the traditionally high residual values of all Toyota Hybrids.

safety measures to prevent any loss of control. The Pre-Crash Safety System and Adaptive Cruise Control is common to all models, with more highlyspecified editions adding even more proactive features such as Lane Keep Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. The AllSpeed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control ensures that you never find yourself too close to the rear of the road user in front – a feature particularly useful when negotiating congested traffic situations.

its authoritative road presence is further enhanced by the sculpted bodywork, gaping grille and menacing split headlights. The styling at the rear of the vehicle is equally bold, with sharp LED lights and the rising angle of the car’s underside contributing to its poised, aggressive look. The superb ride quality familiar to Lexus drivers is enhanced even further by the Adaptive Variable Suspension, which makes damping more precise and reduces body roll to a minimum.

cifications, whilst the relaxing ambience of the vehicle is increased by a minimum of wind, road or engine noise. The dome lamp and map lamp flood the cabin with light, and are quick and intuitive to use thanks to capacitive touch switches.

If a collision should occur, however, eight airbags shield the vehicle’s occupants from harm. A 360-degree panoramic parking camera, meanwhile, makes avoiding minor bumps and scrapes easier.

A spacious and driver-focused interior provides a high standard of comfort for five occupants. Electrically-powered rear seats can fold directly into the rear floor, contributing to the class-leading maximum loadspace, possible load length and legroom in the compact SUV class. Dual-zone climate control is standard on all spe-

tomer selects a four-wheel drive model). A substantial combined power output of 195bhp results in an accomplished performance, while such energy-saving methods as regenerative braking and a selection of different driving modes further reduce combined fuel consumption and carbon emissions to 54.3mpg and 120g/km.

TECHNOLOGY The Lexus NX’S

engine combines an Atkinson 2.5 litre, four-cylinder petrol unit with an electric motor fitted to the rear axle (two systems, one on the front axle and one on the rear, are available if the cus-

LEXUS NX First seen at the Beijing Motor Show in April 2014, the Lexus NX is the manufacturer’s new compact SUV, available with a variety of powerful yet frugal petrol-hybrid engines. Together with its elegant, angular looks, outstanding ride quality, class-leading loadspace and wealth of sophisticated convenience and safety equipment, the NX is more than a match for any competitor in the premium crossover segment. SAFETY The NX provides a supremely stable platform, with all specifications (with the exception of the entry-level 300h S) being equipped with all-wheel drive as well as myriad active 18 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

DESIGN At 4,630mm long and

1,845mm wide, the NX is a vehicle of substantial size – and

Aside from its vigorous engine, the NX supplies buyers with an eight-speaker sound system and a DAB digital radio. The Lexus Media Display allows you to control your music selection, as well as, navigation and communications functions, with the sophisticated touchpad’s Remote Touch Interface. Notable options on higher-specification versions of the car include a wireless charging tray for smartphones and iPads and a “heads-up” display, which shows you vital information such as speed, rpm and fuel

dynamics. Available with an extraordinarily powerful petrolelectric hybrid power-train, the IS is a powerful statement of the manufacturer’s desire to be at the forefront of luxury car design. Introducing full hybrid technology to the IS range for the first time, the new IS 300h is powered by our very latest Lexus Hybrid Drive, delivering 223 DIN hp yet with CO2 emissions from just 99g/km and up to 65.7mpg (combined). This combination

of a collision. A host of stability-enhancing functions, meanwhile, are aimed at avoiding such a situation. Standard active safety features include ABS, active brake lights, Brake Assist, Hill Start Control, Traction Control, and Vehicle Stability Control. Optional extras, such as a Blind Spot Monitor or Rear Cross Traffic Alert, may also prove useful for drivers, who frequently deal with hectic situations on the roads.

wide, this IS is slightly larger than the previous model; and the wheelbase has also been extended to 2800mm, allowing extra legroom to passengers in the rear. A refined and sumptuous interior ensures that the vehicle’s occupants will remain comfortable and refreshed even on very long journeys. The manufacturer’s consistent focus on a high-quality yet simple layout is evident in the clear and accessible controls and dials, as well as a supportive driving position and easily adjustable steering column to give you maximum comfort behind the wheel. Along with the aforementioned improved legroom, the new IS offers increased storage space of 480 litres (450 litres in the hybrid model). TECHNOLOGY Equally smooth and swift during urban journeys or lengthy motorway trips, the IS range offers a four-cylinder 178bhp petrol engine to a rear-mounted electric motor supplying 141bhp. The hybrid engine achieves 0-62mph acceleration in 8.3, while returning combined fuel consumption of 65.7mpg and CO2 emissions of just 99g/km.

consumption without having to check your instrument panel.

LEXUS IS The third-generation Lexus IS range more than matches its European contemporaries for performance, build quality, interior comfort, and driving

of power and efficiency is a breakthrough achievement. SAFETY The IS boasts the latest passive and active safety measures. The occupants receive excellent all-round protection from eight airbags, whilst whiplashreducing front seats and active headrests also do their part to prevent physical injury in case

DESIGN A number of altera-

tions to the bodywork has given the newest version of the IS an even bolder and more energetic appearance than its predecessor. The flared wheel arches, prominent bonnet and gaping grille, accentuated by the LED daytime running lights, give the vehicle an imposing profile. At 4,665mm long and 1,810mm

As well as sheer performance, the third-generation IS has had its driving dynamics improved by the use of higher-tensile and lighter steel in the chassis, in addition to a new multi-link rear suspension to increase ride quality. The Toyota and Lexus Hybrid Range can be viewed at Bassadone Motors, 42 Devil’s Tower Road, Tel: 200 79004, distributors in Gibraltar for Toyota and Lexus. GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 19

The Root Cause Everything you've ever wanted to know about hair loss (and the top strategies for regaining and maintaining lush locks) It’s not just men who worry about thinning hair: According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 30 million women struggle with hereditary hair loss, the most common cause of hair loss in women. Here’s Globe Magazine’s guide to why hair loss happens to women and, more importantly, how you can fight it.

especially if you’re in your 20s or 30s. Excessive blow-drying, flat-ironing, straightening and highlighting can affect scalp health and lead to breakage, says New York City dermatologist Neil Sadick, M.D. Another possible culprit? Too-tight ponytails, braids or extensions, which pull on strands, leading to traction hair loss.

WHY ME?

For women in their 40s and older, some amount of hair loss may be inevitable. As we age, our hair ages with us, says Ryan Welter, M.D., chief surgeon at New England Center for Hair Restoration. “Age-related hair loss will typically begin in one’s 40s and will continue at a greater rate as women enter menopause,” he explains.

Genetics, specifically a condition known as androgenetic alopecia, which disrupts hormone function and causes female-pattern baldness, is the biggest cause of hair loss among women. Nutritional deficiency, disorders like alopecia areata, which causes round bald patches on the head, and is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, thyroid imbalance, and lupus (that can lead to scarring on the scalp) are other common causes.

the fastest growing cells in your body and are extremely sensitive to change and imbalance,” says trichologist Elizabeth Cunnane Phillips of the Philip Kingsley Clinic in New York City. Thus, if you are experiencing unusual loss, you’ll want to be sure there isn’t an underlying medical cause. A trip to your doctor should be your “Your hair follicles are among first step. Blood tests and a

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skin biopsy can help determine if there’s an issue—such as a thyroid imbalance or vitamin deficiency—at play. Once you’ve ruled out any medical conditions, there are other reasons that make hair fall out—things like excessive stress, pregnancy or major surgery. If those aren’t to blame in your case, styling habits might be—

OVER-THE-COUNTER OPTIONS

Aside from improving your diet and switching to gentler styling habits, there are a number of topical treatments available.

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New York–based trichologist, Melissa Harvey, recommends Minoxidil, the active ingredient in products such as Rogaine, and the only FDAapproved over-the-counter treatment for women. According to research, Minoxidil expands blood vessels, which scientists speculate may increase blood flow to the scalp, thus promoting hair growth. According to the American Hair Loss Association, in clinical trials 19 percent of, mainly Caucasian, women reported that after eight months of use, they had moderate hair growth and 40 percent had minimal regrowth. (It generally takes at least four months of daily use to see results.) Minoxidil is available in a range of concentrations; the 2 percent formula is recommended for women. The newly expanded “agefighting” product category includes many leave-in treatments, shampoos and conditioners that have caffeine and vitamin B3, ingredients that have been linked to hair growth in lab studies, but the jury is still out on whether they are highly effective. While the products may not increase growth, they can improve the appearance of your hair. One

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hair follicles to shrink. This as a treatment is not recommended for most women, as it has been associated with high rates of birth defects and it greatly alters sex hormones, thus requiring very careful monitoring by an endocrinologist.

established product, the leavein treatment Nioxin DiaMax “works from the very first use by puffing the hair strand from the inside and then adds a lightweight, thickening layer to the outside of the hair strand,” says New York City-based hairstylist, Danielle Caputo, who consults for the Nioxin brand. Many experts also recommend taking biotin (aka B7) to improve hair health. “Biotin is a very effective tool for treating hair loss, especially in women,” says Dr. Welter. “I nearly universally

recommend it, typically about 5,000 micrograms daily.” However, talk to your doctor first just to be safe, especially if you are taking any other medication. AT THE DOCTOR’S OFFICE

In terms of oral prescription treatments, Finasteride—better known by the brand names Propecia and Proscar—is highly effective in men. However, Finasteride blocks the body’s conversion of male sex hormone testosterone into dihydrotestosterone, which causes

For those who have Androgenetic Alopecia or who have lost such a significant amount of hair that they feel surgery is warranted, NeoGraft offers a new, lessinvasive hair-transplant option. Compared to the older “strip” method of hair transplantation , where a wide horizontal swath of well-growing hair was cut from the back of the scalp and sutured into bald or thinning areas, NeoGraft entails harvesting small 1-millimetre-wide circles and implanting hairs onto your thinner spots. The procedure, done with just local anesthesia, is highly effective, says Beverly Hills–based plastic surgeon Ronald Moy, MD, who has performed many of the procedures. “Generally, more than 98 percent of transferred follicles ‘take’ and begin to grow hair,” says Moy. As with any surgery, there’s a risk of complications and NeoGraft can get pricey. Each graft can cost from US$2 to US$10

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each, in general, with a total price of US$2,000 to US$15,000.

and instantly cover balding areas with keratin fibers, Harvey says. There are also colour sticks, which have a thick consistency that’s great for filling in sparse hairlines. When applied with a light stroke, then gently blended in with fingers, these products are ideal for on-the-go touchups. In a pinch, Harvey suggests hair mascara: “It’s easy to apply and a wide variety of colors are available. Use the wand to lightly brush over thinning areas for a quick cover-up.”

STYLING TIPS & TRICKS

Caputo says that you can fake a thick head of hair simply through styling. First, your stylist should define the shape of your cut based on the thickness of your hair; basically, the thinner it is, the shorter it should be. Next, your hairdresser should cut layers on the interior of your hair to create movement, lift and additional volume. Finally, the ends of your hair should be slightly texturized for added movement and volume. If you decide to colour your hair, which can actually help thicken strands, according to pro colourist Kyle White in New York City, don’t shy away from gradation. Use a darker base color and slowly get lighter towards the ends, which will create the effect of denserlooking hair at the roots. However, you don’t want the colour to be too high-contrast, which will make your scalp stand out more. Applying different tones and levels of colour on the ends of hair will also create a multidimensional look that includes a play of light and shadows and a sense of fullness.

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AT-HOME QUICK FIXES

hair without weighing it down.

Of course, any styling products that coat the hair shaft—from heat-protective styling sprays to shine-boosting creams— can also help to add volume to your hair. One product that has gotten rave reviews is Living Proof ’s Full Thickening Mousse. This is a smart pick because it’s very light and adds thickness to

Volumizing powders are colourless products that pump up your locks’ volume. One popular option is Big Sexy Hair’s Powder Play. Coloured powders, like the long-reigning top-selling scalpcover Toppik, come in a variety of shades to match hair colour,

If you’re waiting for more longterm treatments to work, or just want your hair to look better now, there are a number of tried-and-true cosmetic ways to camouflage thinning hair. Though near-instantly longer and thicker locks may sound amazing, hair extensions can actually do more harm than good. Luckily, there are options, like the Effortless Extensions line that can easily be put in (they attach via an invisible headband) when your hair needs a boost, and are easily removed. Whichever route you choose, just know that there a wide range of options—and if you are dealing with hair loss, you’re far from alone.

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The New 2016 Yamaha MT-10 Power, torque, agility; the MT-10 is the one you’ve been waiting for. It’s by far the most powerful MT ever created

The naked interpretation of the latest R1superbike created a lot of noise at EICMA last November, even without any performance figures at hand, when Yamaha Motor Europe presented its new super-bike. The naked truth is that on presentation of the full spec-sheet, it reveals that the new 2016 MT-10 can now add its name to the list of brutally powerful street-fighters. Yamaha stated that this would be the most powerful naked bike it had ever built and the newly-released specs support this statement in full!

IT’S definitely the bike many people have been waiting for; the ultimate Yamaha MT and potentially, the ultimate super-naked. It’s Yamaha’s R1-powered naked bike, with the engine not from a previous generation of the firm’s flagship superbike but the latest, BSB championship-winning one, along with the frame. The MT-10 is effectively based on the basic R1S version of Yamaha’s superbike, meaning that it comes with top-of-the-line brakes and suspension, and a comprehensive electronic arsenal that includes riding modes, adjustable traction

control, slipper clutch (a system that keeps the lever action very light, while also reducing wheel-spin under engine braking on downshifts), cruise control, but not the Inertial Measurement Unit of the R1 and R1M. In its detuned state, the 998 cc in-line four motor produces no less than 160.4 hp (119.6 kW) at 11,500 rpm, with a gritty maximum

torque of 111 Nm (81.9 ft-lbs) at 9,000 rpm. In comparison to the R1, the MT outputs its maximum power values considerably lower in the rev scale. The R1 achieves the 200-hp mark at 13,500 rpm, but in the naked version this kind of power would be nothing short of overkill. Interestingly enough, the maximum torque of the MT is very close to the R1’s 112.4 Nm, but being produced 2,500 rpm lower in the MT hints at a pretty muscular midrange torque curve. This power has to move a mass of 210 kg (463 lb) – oils and full 17-liter (4.5 gal) petrol tank included. The MT is slightly longer that its GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 29

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superbike sibling, yet at 1,400 mm (55.12 in) its wheelbase is 5 mm (0,2 in) shorter in comparison. Of course it’s unreasonably fast, with a midrange that might shift tectonic plates. Yamaha hasn’t just put some straight bars on an R1 and left its 200hp engine unaltered. To make it more useful in an un-faired bike, the firm has rained it back to 160hp with the reward of a better spread of torque. The 998cc in-line-four has a new cylinder design, new pistons and a new combustion chamber shape. Yamaha says that the air-box has grown from 10 to 12 litres and the exhaust pipes have changed from titanium to steel. The crank inertial mass has risen by 40% because it doesn’t need to rev as high, with a red line at 12,000rpm instead of 14,000. All the gears are shorter than the R1’s thanks to a rear sprocket, which has 43 teeth instead of 41. Along with the lower red line, that means a top speed in first of about 70mph, compared to about 100mph on the R1. It’s a more useful gearing ratio for the road. There’s perhaps a bit of a contrast between the sound of the cross-plane crank engine and the way it feels. It doesn’t match the smooth feel of the power delivery. It’s good that it’s not a monster in the bottom-half of the range, because it makes it more manageable, and the 32 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

torque ‘higher up’ the range, easier to access. As on the R1 itself, it’s a subtle introduction to a power-house. For all its new parts and stronger mid-range, the ‘revy’ spirit of the R1 is alive in there. At 10,000rpm a white flight flashes on the dash telling you to change up. Considering the level of power there, it seems easy to keep the engine close to that white light with gear shifts. It’s easy to ride fast, without brutal low-down grunt making you feel you can barely open the throttle. A slipper-clutch helps keep the bike settled on downshifts by reducing back-torque. You could probably spend a year riding the R1 and still be getting to know how to make the most of its electronics, with its inertial mea-

surement unit, slide control and maze of menus in the full-colour dash. That, however, has been vastly simplified on the MT-10, to traction control and three riding modes, which are very easy to navigate on the ‘non-colour’ digital dash. There’s obviously a place for sophisticated electronics, but it always seems a relief to get on a machine without them, that lets you focus on riding it instead of programming it. The riding modes are ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘Standard’. As usual, each offers a different level of torque in response to a given throttle input. Where ‘Standard’ mode is commonly the one in the middle, on this it’s the softest of the three, and ‘B’ the most aggressive. The difference between ‘A’ and ‘B’ modes is dra-

been moved forward to put 51% of the weight on the front wheel. The heavier crank and steel pipes bring down the centre-of-gravity. The most important bit – the ‘aluminium Deltabox’ main frame – is unchanged, and possibly the best of the machine’s many assets. It’s also got the R1’s swing-arm and fully-adjustable KYB front and rear suspension, with settings tweaked. One of the things to strike one about the R1 is how small it is. The MT-10 looks compact for a 1,000cc machine too. It turns effortlessly, like a machine weighing much less than its claimed 210kg with a full tank. However, the MT-10 gives you ultimate power with class leading agility and total control. The MT-10 is an eye-bleeding techno-industrial abomination, a cacophony of sharp angles and bolts and the odd ‘flouro’ yellow wheel hub. It’s a Frankenstein mash-up, as if the odd-looking MT-09 mated vigorously with the R1, and the offspring looks like it’ll get in trouble just because of its bashed-crab face!

matic, with a much punchier response to the first throttle input. Moving to ‘Standard’ mode makes it feel more laid back but making no difference to pace. The difference only lies in the first few degrees of throttle twist. After that all modes release full torque and power, so ‘Standard’ effectively just provides a bit more throttle play.

been altered according to the firm, including the yokes and steel sub-frame. The rider has

The New 2016 Yamaha MT-10, priced at £10,500, is now available at Autosport (Gibraltar) Ltd, 3B Rosia Road, Tel: 200 77199, 54024662 or email: development@autosport. gi, distributors in Gibraltar for Yamaha.

A button on the right bar changes mode, as long as the throttle is closed. Unusually, when you turn the ignition off, it comes back on in the same mode you left it in, instead of reverting to the safest, like some kind of 160hp nanny. A button on the left bar changes the level of traction control intervention from one to three, or switches it off altogether. Again, you can change levels on the move with the throttle closed, but you have to stop to switch the TC off. As with the engine, Yamaha has made a few adaptations to the R1 chassis for its new assignment. Sixty per cent of chassis parts have GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 33

Kaleidoscope (LOL Productions)

They’ve come up with the goods yet again...The colours of the rainbow and more colours were splashed across the stage in human and material form! Songs were in abundance too all performed in perfect synchronisation!

Text by Richard Cartwright Photographs by Josie Barcelo

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last night of a week’s long commitment of nightly shows performed on the Ince’s Hall stage that apart, the now veteran, (all women, bar one) actors of `Llanito’ comedy performed their latest work, ‘Kaleidoscope,’ with passion and enthusiasm where despite the fact it was a week’s long repetition of the ‘same,’ it

was evident the routine didn’t falter or weaken. In this production, and especially in the first half, there was a lot of singing and I find Jordan’s compositions quite original musically, as well as, lyrically. The scene is set, hidden away in a cave somewhere on the upper

Rock (perhaps St Michael’s as there were stalactites hanging from the cave’s ceiling) where the colours of the rainbow – Richard of York Gained Battle in Vain, or were there more? There was also pink, hazel, bronze, chocolate and others to compliment and render the Kaleidoscope even more colourful - were

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busy discussing what they were all about – there was a mission and what they represented: Fusia could tell the ‘fushure’ (future), Green or MonteVERDE depicted the green on the upper rock and so on...But one less ‘colourful colour’ was not included and felt she should be there amongst her brighter and certainly much more colourful cousins: ugly, boring GREY (played very convincingly and reminiscent of an old witch of other fairytale pro-

referred to by the colours as, ‘Sir.’ Jordan - play co-writer, singersongwriter, music producer, actor and the only man - had a job on his hands keeping order amongst the noisy colours!

ductions) wanted her ‘station’ among the line-up and was determined to get it. Equally determined not to allow her get her way, was Sky Blue (great performance and very funny), with much of the dialogue focussing on their squabbling... Intent on keeping all the colours in check was the ‘master of ceremonies’

bay, but GREY was not a happy bunny and wanted her place on the palate and her station if not, she was certainly going to do her best to make things grey for us all. Through a portal, two of the colours accompanied ‘Sir’ to appear in town at a coffee-selling kiosk by the Piazza where the morning ritual of beverage drin-

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Well, the mission or task at hand was to keep Gibraltar beautiful, bright and sunny and to do that a plan would have to be put in place to come down to town and make sure ‘colour’ prevails and keep the ugly grey ‘levante’ at

king takes place whilst watching the world go by, criticising one and all and avoiding paying for your coffee by pretending you’ve nothing on you and allowing your friend to pay. Also attempting the practice of looking the other way, when approaching vendors on flag days! All of that scene was very funny, especially when one of the three kiosk patrons decided to take a ‘selfie’, which the other two weren’t much interested in doing until

SKY BLUE gets the better of her. In the end, ‘Sir’ comes up with a plan: alter the colour of the spectrum and allow GREY a place amongst the others and a ‘station’ of her own, by changing her colour to a twinkling silver in charge of the moon and the stars!

the ‘selfie’ taker said, “venga pa’l face book” and they both jumped out of their seats to join her – that was very indicative of much of what appears in face book where photos of anything and everything are shown – a classic!

example incidentally, of inclusion into society with no exceptions – and so everything is fine now and Gibraltar is saved. In the contest between ‘El Levante versus Colourful Gibraltar,’ the latter wins the day!

During that scene GREY appears to upset the apple cart but

Yes, there were plenty of laughs and lots of songs in this LOL

Back in the cave Faith and Hope arrive in the form of a lovely lady and two Down syndrome, young men - a fabulous

production of Kaleidoscope, which, to my mind, came across as more of a musical than their other productions. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen and reviewed two others, the monkey/cave dwellers one and The Goodfather, which I thought were better, funnier and with much more dialogue. On my way home, I thought

this production was more suited to a younger audience and could sit well during pantomime time at Christmas...We have Pantos, Magic shows and all sorts, so why not Kaleidoscope, funny and colourful with a couple of script adjustments to make them children friendly! But, having said that, the show

was good and another feather in LOLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cap Giselle and Jordan deserve praise for their productions and also the cast, who always give of their best and act well (children also in the first half ). The rest of the LOL team deserve a pat on the back too. Seven nights is a long stint not including the work that

goes into set construction and everything else...Well down, yet again, LOL Productions... Look forward to the next one! Please note that this musical comedy was an original production with all music and lyrics written and produced by Giselle Baker and son, Jordan.

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An immigrant’s tale

Text by Mark Montovio

We take it for granted in Gibraltar, and much of the western world, that we are able to travel anywhere in the world. Indeed most of us do, and come across very little hindrance, other than perhaps having to make arrangements for visas or vaccinations. We think of the world as a global entity. A world we all share responsibility for. However in reality the divide is very clear and the rights people take for granted on one side of the globe have to be fought for by those unfortunate enough to have been born on the other side. Dare they dream to make the crossing to the side that may provide them with rela38 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

tive safety, support, opportunity, happiness and a better future? Many make the move … Chris Dacosta made the trip over from Senegal to Tangier, where we met just over a year ago. His

mother is from Senegal, and his father, who died in 2009, was from Gambia. ‘I lived with my mother, two younger brothers and a sister. As I grew up I saw my mother struggle on a daily basis to be able to provide basic

needs for her four children and she did her best to be able to send us all to school which became more and more expensive as we grew up. I wasn’t able to complete my education and my dream to attend university one day became increasingly distant. It was very painful to see my mother having so many difficulties to make sure we were all fine so even though all I wanted to do was to go to University I decided to quit school to make things easier and less stressful for my mother.’ At that stage Chris saw he had very few options and had heard that many young people contemplated making the dangerous journey across continents into

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Europe. He armed himself with courage and decided to make his way to Morocco hoping that there he would be able to find a job to raise enough funds to make the crossing into Europe. ‘My point of arrival in Morocco was Casablanca where I was lucky to get a job at a restaurant in the Medina. I worked there for five months but that was not much help because the money I made was just enough to pay my rent and very basic food needs. I was not able to help my mother which I found distressful.’

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Chris quickly made the move to Tangier, where he came into contact with many other black Africans, just waiting for an opportunity to cross over into Spain. ‘Together with some friends, we decided to jump the border fence in Ceuta. We thought that it would just be a question of climbing over and making the jump into European soil. We soon realised it would be harder. The fence was heavily guarded and our only chance would be when the soldiers were sleeping. To get anywhere near the gates we would

have to make an approach across the forest patrolled by Moroccan Police and guard dogs.’ Chris and his friends managed to get as close as 100 metres to the fence but they were spotted and alarms went off, alerting the soldiers. ‘The soldiers caught us and took us to the nearest camp. They took some rope and tied our hands and legs laying us down on the ground like goats waiting to be slaughtered. We were tortured for over six hours and I felt as if I was about to die. My friend lost a lot of blood and one of his arms

had to be amputated. We were detained until 8 at night and then taken to the woods where many African migrants congregate waiting to have enough people willing to charge towards the fence and jump over en masse.’ Chris decided that he would hang around in the forest with his friends waiting for the next group to try to cross over. ‘A few days after our failed attempt we decided that we would make the run together with a group of over three hundred immigrants. When the time came to charge towards

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the fence we knew that there was no going back and had no idea how it would turn out. The police and the army were ready and waiting and it was horrible to see how many of us were attacked and fell to ground with so many of us having to run over motionless bodies. I have no idea how many lost their life in their attempt but know that only two managed to cross over into Ceuta. The rest of us who could run back managed to escape into the forest and eventually settled down again in Tangier. I swore then that I would never again attempt to cross into Europe via that route. In Tangier I made arrangements to cross by boat as I felt that it was better to be eaten by the fish than to suffer the torture we were subjected to at the fence. I tried to cross the Mediterranean on a rubber dinghy twelve times but we were always spotted and pushed back by the marine police.’ Chris spent a number of months 42 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

in Tangier trying to make ends meet and planning what to do next. He felt that it would be difficult to go back home empty handed and with nothing to offer but was struggling to see a way out. ‘Life in Morocco as an immigrant is hell. I was starting to feel very tired and stuck. I was missing my family terribly and had no idea what to do next. By sheer coincidence one evening I walked past a group of people and said hello. They responded and a conversation was struck. Photo journalist Marcos Moreno and Mark Montovio were in that group and I was able to help them document the plight of immigrants for a project they were working on. Thanks to Mark and others like Conchita Triay, who encouraged me to see the value of my life and what I had to offer I decided to go back home with their support. The funding they have provided

has helped me start a small business, which I hope will make ends meet and go some way towards supporting my family. I will now try to make a life for myself in Gambia but also hope that one day I will be able to visit Europe legally.’ In many ways although Chris did not make it into Europe where in any case it is increasingly difficult for immigrants to survive, he was lucky to have come across people, who were able to assist him in some way. The European Union releases millions of Euros a year to Morocco and other African countries to attempt to solve the crisis but it is clear that these funds are not being used as they should and progress is clearly not visible. Should anyone want to support Chris and others like him they should get in touch with The JM Memorial Foundation on support@jm-foundation.org .

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Bubble Football Gib

Football, but with bigger balls

If I’d have to remember the younger version of myself, say 10 to 12 years ago, the half-grown and unversed adolescent that I used to be, all differences between “now and then” would undoubtedly be striking. Especially those related to the practice of physical activity. Don’t get me wrong: bathing in a lake of salty sweat, tantalizing your muscles on every given (or invented) opportunity and constantly testing your physical limits, probably aren’t on the top of the average man’s / woman’s “guilty pleasures list”. During high school I was the first one offering to buy sports teacher’s coffee. The first one to make photocopies of non-relevant 44 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

paperwork. The first one having excruciating headaches or stomach aches. In short, I would find any excuse to avoid the agony of sports classes; regardless of how ridiculous those excuses might have sounded (broken finger, dysmenorrhea, maxillary sinusitis etc.). If you were (or are) anything like me, you get it: I never ever liked sports. One year ago, 30 minutes of slow running in the park, 45 minutes of cycling or an hour of yoga wouldn’t have stood the slightest chance against a lazy Sunday spent on the couch, garnished with plenty of pizza (extra cheesy!), some Ben & Jerry’s and the time-consuming company of Internet Almighty. Blame it on aging or midlife crisis, but occasionally, habits change.

No, I’m not on my way of conquering K2 this summer, nor hiking through the Grand Canyon, but I would cheerfully accept any invitation to move my butt off that comfy couch and get back into shape. When it comes to sports, ignoring those social media trends that eat our hearts out, while swiping through the posts of the thousands of so-called “self-taught fitness gurus / Instagram stars / models and notorious foodies”, one thing is clear: if you do not try, you’ll never know what suits you best. So, for the sake of variety, my mission expressed through the following lines is to adopt the role of an “unconventional evangelist” who’ll be preaching about exercise

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and fun. And just maybe, by the end of this text, you can manage to be converted to the “fun side of sports”. Or at least you’ll be curious and keen to try the craziest and funniest way of burning calories. So…shall we proceed? The term ‘Zorb’ was first mentioned in a Russian article from the 70s, as being some sort of a hamster ball, you know, the ones made out of hard plastic, for the pure amusement of small rodent pets. By the

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beginning of the 90s, the gigantic version of the ‘Zorb’ was invented in New Zeeland, this time serving as pure entertainment for more and more individuals, eager to try a new kind of sports. Also known as “sphereing”, the term ‘Zorbing’ entered the Concise Oxford English Dictionary in 2001, being defined as “a sport in which a participant is secured inside an inner capsule in a large, transparent ball which is then rolled along the ground or down hills”.

And there you have it: the very origin of bubble-football (or ‘zorb-football’, in some countries), a fun and action-packed activity, perfect for sunny afternoons and long weekends, when you can gather your friends and have an awesome time while being inside a giant transparent ball and chasing the good old classic football ball. Sharing some common features with ‘zorbing’, this relatively new recreational activity usually played outdoors on grass or indoors in a sports hall, really

Also, it is extraordinarily fulfilling when you manage to kick the ball. Not to mention that being immersed within a plastic bubble is something you could never have dreamed about as a child - so it is absolutely novel and exciting. Did I mention that you’d laugh yourself silly?

took off in popularity after its appearance on the Norwegian TV show, Golden Goal. In no time, bubble football took UK by storm, and not later that 2015, it became a huge thing in the USA. The good news that I will be “preaching” about is that starting this summer, Gibraltar will align to the international sport trends by having its very own bubbly activity, meant to get together parents, kids and generally everyone willing to have a taste of this worldwide sensation called bubble football. Suggestively called “Bubble Football Gib”, the company, who is providing weekly doses of fun and craziness officially launches bubble football parties this June, the games being organized several times a week, mostly during weekends at Victoria Stadium. So now that you know what it is the concept of bubble football, let me answer some of your unspoken questions. Being inside an inflatable ball you’ll be bumping into other players. No fantastic football skills are required: to tackle your opponent you just need to bash into them, resulting in some hilarious bounces and a truly memorable experience. And an even greater news: anyone

can actually play the game – two different size balls will be provided, for adults and children, so as long as you are able to kick a ball, you are free to join the fun. It is important from a safety perspective though that you play in the correct size. Still not convinced? Tell you what: check Bubble Football Gib’s website (www. bubblefoodball-gib.com) and book a bubbly session. You’ll get to choose between 15 minutes tasters or a proper 60 minutes game session. If you’re not quite familiar with the concept, I recommend you to call your friends in and have a try. And I can guarantee you will laugh yourself silly. It doesn’t hurt when you hit the ground, so don’t worry about accidents; most of the time, you can get back on your feet without help, so don’t panic about not having previous experience with the costume.

So, I don’t know about you guys, but this summer, I will definitely trade some “serieswatching” sessions for some “small-ballchasing-while-wearing-a-bigger-ball” ones. Because leaving the fun and crazy part aside, ‘Bubble Football Gib’ is an offering an alternative to actively spend your free time. So, ready to practice some unconventional kind of sports? I promise you, by the end of a bubble football game, you know you’ve had quite a workout.

Bubble Football Gibraltar can be contacted on: Telephone: +350 54044014 (Call, text or whatsapp), or E-mail: info@bubblefootball-gib.com and make your appointment for fun today. Games are played on the 5 a side pitches next to the Victoria Stadium but once you have booked, the exact pitch will be confirmed! GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 47

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‘Just another Saturday night’ you might justifiably say...but what a show, yes, on a Saturday night at the John Mackintosh Hall...You see, Miss Gibraltar Pageants simply, ‘ain’t what they used to be!!!’ Text by Richard Cartwright Photographs by Jonathan Mañasco

I have to say I’m not one for proclaiming, almost everything we do and everyone who appears on a stage in Gibraltar is incredibly talented because, as we often hear, ‘en Gibraltar hay mucho talento!’ However this year’s Miss Gibraltar Show makes me wonder if in fact...that’s not the case! To say the bar has been raised over the years in so much of the visual arts and other aspects of stage work we produce on the Rock, is very much becoming an understatement...Miss Gibraltar 2016 is testament to this. There’s a problem though... where to start! Punctuality.... 8.30 on the dot, the lighting, sound, the music, graphics, the LED wall, video clips, presentation, oh, the girls... or perhaps, most important of all the slick, slick, slick, slickness of the running of the whole show from beginning to end was faultless. It was all first class and makes you wonder when a top West End professional declares, `I can’t believe the musicians all have day jobs!’ Musicians who’ve had little time to learn the songs the performer has agreed to sing ahead of arrival and

rehearsed together just once or so on the day of the show...on arrival! So all of the above got me thinking: To receive a comment like that out of the blue from a seasoned professional and go on to achieve the level of professionalism all round on the night, what is involved in putting a show like this together? I had to find out more, but first, about the event... We all know by now I’m sure, Kayley Mifsud was crowned Miss Gibraltar 2016 on the night, by outgoing ‘royalty.’ Queen Hannah Bado, who’s GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2015 51

spent the last 12 months hard at work appearing at many functions and helping with her chosen charity, placed the deserving trophy on Kayley’s head to great applause. The show however, started some two and a half hours earlier. Some have tended to say the JMH is not quite

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the right venue for Gibraltar’s most prestigious show but this is the second occasion Stage One has proved this is not the case. Somehow the stage appears bigger and this time the band was placed ‘upstairs’ on the balcony where GBC

sets up on Election Night...Bang on time the band struck up – Afterhours augmented by three (RNCM) Manchester University music students Jeremy Perez, Joanna Brown and Mary McDougal – aided and abetted by Afterhours front man Tim Garcia – sounding incredible.

Contestants appeared on stage following Gibraltar Academy of Dance members, a fantastic entrance. Bright lights and a very colourful LED wall appeared and the show got off to a fantastic and exhilarating start, but not before Producer, Director, Presenter James Neish is

caught napping â&#x20AC;&#x201C; literally, a very entertaining video of the main man rushing about to make it to the show on time - an excellent innovation to the start of the show. It was to continue in the top flight of presentation and performance...The backing singers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jeremy, Joanna and Mary -

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came down to perform ‘Don’t Stop Believin’ on stage – great, the girls in swimwear - wow, 14 year-old Soul Mates singer, Chloe Martinez, wondering if ‘She’ll Survive’ backed by Stylos dancers. She converted the Gloria Gaynor classic by adding to it and making it her own. Well, let me say, she certainly will survive, she’s extraordinary. More video clips, co- presenters Kelly Anne Turnbull and Simon Dumas joined James on a Miss Gibraltar Stage for the first time – they delivered, and the tight continuity and slickness of the event continued to unfold. The girls gave us video contributions on their reasons why Calpe House is such a worthy cause to raise funds for (they managed to raise £15,000 between them during the run up to the show and still counting), and Frontiers

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Fresh Entertainment kept lights, graphics and sound on the go and bang on cue. An extra helping of confetti made an unexpected appearance which didn’t detract from an otherwise smooth and polished show and... it’s break time...

singer turned presenter for the night sang! Pop hit, ‘Stitches’ went down very well with the JMH audience. Throughout, Technical Director, Jordan Lopez and his Gibmedia and

The girls appearing in elegant evening wear is always a pleasure and they opened up Part Two. West End guest star Kerry Ellis followed and gave us a magnificent performance of `Musical Magic’ and certainly rocked the hall with the audience responding to the Queen classic, `We Will Rock You.’ She went down a treat! Kayley’s crowning followed, preceded by the other prize winners...1st Princess, Joseanne Bear, 2nd Princess Aisha Benyahya, Miss Photogenic Aisha,

Miss Catwalk Kayley, Best Interview Joseanne again and Miss Friendship - chosen by the girls – Sarah-Jayne Adnett...And by the end of the show, the audience in joyous mood.

I don’t think anyone assumes a show like this just happens, but the whole team on the night and those involved during the lead up to the event have to be thanked for a top

class show. Those behind the scenes who are sometimes forgotten making sure items are on cue and delivered without any fuss...Well done all. Chairman of the judges and Sky newsreader Stephen Dixon honestly stated, `What a show. This could have been prime time on TV in the UK on a Saturday night!’ What a compliment... So what’s involved to reach a standard this high? Stage One Producer James Neish says, “It all starts with a blank sheet of paper with a staff of two for much of the time when we really get the ball rolling about four months before the show. Others are roped in as we get nearer the date ending up with quite a number of individuals by the time the show is delivered.” I know for a fact it’s a long and arduous process to achieve the standard James requi-

res to get it right. And getting it right doesn’t `just happen.’ “That’s right. Take for example the fact the girls didn’t flinch when the confetti gun when off accidently. It’s because we

make sure they realise anything can happen and they have to expect any eventuality and must keep going. That showed on the night.” Contestants have to be treated rightly but that doesn’t mean being soft and giving in to all their whims and fancies. I know James can be fair but firm. There are other minor, but no less important practices like making sure the singers lower their volume – as they did - when an announcement is being delivered over their performance (James attends music rehearsals too). Contestants allowing clapping to subside before beginning their speech (something I’ve brought up in the past) and many details which need to be adhered to. The whole production from choosing technical requirements and technicians to provide

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them, visiting printers to produce programmes and invitation cards, make-up, hairdressing, wardrobe, photographers, design and set construction, sponsors to be sought and so much more not entirely connected to the actual production of the show and how it will look on the night. That continuous niggling in your mind as to whether `that super

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idea’ you’ve come up with and are motivated to produce, will actually work on stage... It’s a very tall order to have to deliver...Well, the work was certainly put in, the niggling was no longer and the Miss Gibraltar 2016 Show was a deserved and amazing success...Many were heard to say, `It really was the Best Ever’... Agreed, by many others!

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Focus On: Sueños The truth is, there’s no need to ‘dream’ because at Sueños it’s all real… very real! Quality, home comforts and everything for your home at great value next door, in La Linea…

Text by Richard Cartwright

Co-proprietor, Maria Sonia Reyes of Sueños is naturally, full of praise of her business, which specialises in sofas, beds, cushions, decorative items and generally, all types of furniture. Maria tells us Sueños opened its doors just two years ago but the company has been in the business of home comforts and interior decorating for well over 15. There are many furniture shops but what makes Sueños unique is their expertise specialising 62 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

and advising in what are ‘home comforts.’ That’s why, when clients visit the store intending to purchase furniture the staff ’s professionalism is such they offer suggestions, ideas and solutions in order to achieve best, or even perfect results even to the point of design and planning combining the aesthetic look to match the furniture for every room in the home, including choosing your cushions and settees as per what’s required to enhance your particular comforts. All their items of furniture can

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be custom made to suit in a number of designs and styles, shapes and colours. Exclusivity is also theirs when it comes to ‘Perlasalute’ cushions (leader in their field) and Sueños deals with other top brands in sitting room furniture, bedrooms and more! At the Sueños store, you’ll be able to appreciate what’s on offer because of their well dis-

played furniture showroom. Sueños’ sales staff are really specialised and can visit your home to assess your requirements and what your needs are within what space your flat or house offers. Once done, staff will deliver and install your newly bought furniture. Sonia Reyes says another of

the many offers at Sueños is finance. They can offer a system of interest free loans of up to 2 years, which are also offered to other nationalities not resident in Spain… Clearly a visit should be on the cards for you…Sueños is in Avenida Cartagena in La Linea (opposite the Tanatorio Servi-

sa or Servisa Morgue). They’re open Monday to Friday from 10am to 1pm and re-open at 5.30 through to 8.30. On Saturdays, you can pop in from 10.30 am to 02:00pm…Should you want to ring them, their numbers are, 0034 956 09 49 42 and 0034 601 189 312…You’ll be made very welcome and well attended!

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The Best Recipes of our Cuisine cling film and leave it to rest in the frid-

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dify – it can then be skimmed off and

the white central core (discarding). Cut

discarded. 7. In the morning, return

the beef into bite-sized cubes and cut

the pastry to cool room temperature,

the mushrooms into chunks. 3. Heat 1

then roll it out thinly on a well-floured

tbsp of the oil in a large, heavy frying

surface. Invert a 20-20x23cm, 6.5cm

pan over a medium-high heat. Throw

deep pie dish on to the pastry. Men-

in the kidney and fry until lightly co-

tally add an extra 1cm all round, then

loured. Tip into a colander to drain. 4.

use the dish as a guide to cut out the

Wipe out the frying pan and return it

pastry lid. From the remnants, cut out

to a low-medium heat, adding 25g of

enough 6cm-wide strips of pastry to

the butter and 1tbsp of oil. Tip in the

go round the dish – they should cover

onion and fry for 10 minutes, stirring

the flat rim and about halfway down

occasionally, until soft and slightly

the insides. 8. Lightly butter the rim of

A good Syeak & Kidnay Pie

golden. Transfer to a large casserole,

the dish and line it with strips of pastry,

using a slotted spoon. 5. Preheat the

sealing any joins with a little dab of wa-

oven to 160C. Tip the 85g of flour into

ter. Butter the shoulders of a pie raiser

SERVES: 6 PREPARATION: aboaut 135 minutes, plus chilling

and thickly chopped - 50-85g plain

a large plastic bag, and season it ge-

or an upturned egg cup and stand in

flour, depending on how tic you like

nerously. Throw in the beef and shake

the middle. Spoon in the meat mixture

your gravy - 600ml off-the-boil water

until lightly floured. Return the frying

to come level with the top of the dish.

pan to a medium-high heat, adding

Don’t overfill: reserve any excess gravy

a little more oil and butter if needed.

to serve hot with the pie. 9. Brush the

Shake off any excess flour (reserving

pastry rim with a little water, then dra-

INGREDIENTS: FOR THE PASTRY: 250g plain flour,

How to make it

plus extra for rolling - 140g cold un-

1. It’s important to cook the meat a day

it) then fry the beef in batches until

pe the pastry lid over it; pinching the

salted butter, roughly cubed - 1 large

ahead, so that you can discard any fat

golden-brown. As each batch is done,

edges to seal. Cover with cling film and

egg yolk - 1 small egg whisked with

that has risen to the top, and so that

transfer it to the casserole. 6. Adding

keep in the fridge if not baking imme-

1tbsp milk, for the egg wash

the pastry doesn’t slump in the face of

more oil and butter to the frying pan

diately. 10. Finally, an hour before ser-

FOR THE FILLING: 1 ox kidney, about

a too-warm filling, so up to 48 hours

if necessary, fry the mushrooms for

ving, preheat the oven to 200C. Make

400g, get it fresh from your butcher.

ahead – make the pastry. Whiz the

about 2 minutes until starting to wilt,

four slashes in the lid of the pie, then

Pig’s and lamb’s kidneys aren’t suita-

flour and a pinch of fine salt together

then add them to the casserole with

brush with the egg wash. Bake for 35-

ble as they only need short cookin -

for a few seconds in a food processor,

the drained kidneys, hot water, boui-

45 minutes until the pastry is golden

1 kg trimmed British top rump beef.

then add the butter and whiz until

llon powder and bay leaf, plus the ex-

brown, turning the heat down 10-20º

- 250g flan mushrooms, unpeeled

the mixtures looks like coarse bread-

cess flour in the bag if you like a thick

after about 20 minutes. Remove the

but wiped with a damp cloth - 3 tbsp

crumbs. Whisk together the egg yolk

gravy. Stir well, cover and cook in the

pie from the oven and leave it to rest

groundnut or vegetable oil - 100g un-

and 3 tbsp of water and whiz with the

oven for 75-90 minutes until the meat

for around 10 minutes before cutting

salted butter - 1 large onion, peeled

pastry until it collects in a ball. Wrap in

is tender and the sauce is thick. Cool

into it.

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What’s Happening Down Town? 1

1. We Rock! 2. Local Guitarist, Harry Chichon, During His Tenure at ‘Brummie’ Based Rock Band, Overdrive during The 80’s 3A-3B-3C. Great Boost to Miss Gibraltar’s Calpe House Appeal with a donation Of £1,000 from McDonalds, Gibraltar 4. Ministers Cutting the ribbon at the inauguration of Mid-Harbours Small Boat Marina. 5. After hours back stage at The Miss Gibraltar Show.

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Muhammad (1942-2016) Athlete, Boxer, Philanthropist Arguably boxing’s most celebrated athlete, heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali was also known for his public stance against the Vietnam War and his longtime battle with Parkinson’s disease Boxer, philanthropist and social activist Muhammad Ali was born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17th 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky. Ali showed at an early age that he wasn’t afraid of any bout—inside or outside of the ring. Growing up in the segregated South, he experienced racial prejudice and discrim i nat i on firsthand. At the age of 12, Ali discovered his talent for boxing through an odd twist of fate. His bike was stolen, and Ali told a police officer, Joe Martin, that he wanted to beat up the thief. “Well, you better learn how to fight before you start challenging people,” Martin reportedly told him at the time. In addition to being a

police officer, Martin also trained young boxers at a local gym. Ali started working with Martin to learn how to spar, and soon began his boxing career. In his first amateur bout in 1954, he won the fight by split decision. Ali went on to win the 1956 Golden Gloves tournament for novices in the light heavyweight class. Three years later, he won the National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions, as well as, the Amateur Athletic Union’s national title for the light heavyweight division. In 1960, Ali won a spot on the U.S. Olympic boxing team, and

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traveled to Rome, Italy, to compete. At 6’ 3”, Ali was an imposing figure in the ring, but he also became known for his lightning speed and fancy footwork. After winning his first three bouts, Ali defeated Zbigniew Pietrzkowski from Poland to win the light heavyweight gold medal.

that he was a practicing Muslim minister with religious beliefs that prevented him from fighting. He was arrested for committing a felony and almost immediately stripped of his world title and boxing license.

The U.S. Department of Justice pursued a legal case against After his Olympic victory, Ali was Ali, denying his claim for consheralded as an American hero. cientious objector status. He was He soon turned professional found guilty of violating Selective with the backing of the Louisvi- Service laws and sentenced to five lle Sponsoring Group, and con- years in prison in June 1967, but tinued overwhelming all oppo- remained free while appealing his convicnents in the tion. Unable ring. Ali took “float like a butterfly, to compete out British professionally heav y weight sting like a bee” in the meantichampion Henry Cooper in 1963, and then me, Ali missed more than three knocked out Sonny Liston in prime years of his athletic career. 1964 to become the heavyweight The U.S. Supreme Court eventually overturned the conviction in champion of the world. June 1971. Often referring to himself as “the greatest,” Ali was not afraid to sing Prior to the Supreme Court’s dehis own praises. He was known cision, Ali returned to the ring in for boasting about his skills be- 1970 with a win over Jerry Quafore a fight and for his colourful rry. The following year, Ali took descriptions and phrases. In one on Joe Frazier in what has been of his more famously quoted des- called the “Fight of the Century.” criptions, Ali told reporters that Frazier and Ali went toe-to-toe he could “float like a butterfly, for 14 rounds before Frazier sting like a bee” in the boxing ring. dropped Ali with a vicious left hook in the 15th. Ali recovered This bold public persona belied quickly, but the judges awarded what was happening in Ali’s per- the decision to Frazier, handing sonal life, however. He was doing Ali his first professional loss after some spiritual searching and 31 wins. Ali soon suffered a sedecided to join the black Mus- cond loss, to Ken Norton, but he lim group the Nation of Islam in beat Frazier in a 1974 rematch. 1964. At first, he called himself “Cassius X” before settling on Another legendary Ali fight, agathe name Muhammad Ali. (The inst undefeated heavyweight boxer eventually converted to or- champion George Foreman, took place in 1974. Billed as the “Rumthodox Islam during the 1970s.) ble in the Jungle,” the bout was Ali later started a different kind organized by promoter Don King of fight with his outspoken views and held in Kinshasa, Zaire. For against the Vietnam War. Drafted once, Ali was seen as the underdog into the military in April 1967, he to the younger, massive Foreman, refused to serve on the grounds but he silenced his critics with a 72 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

After losing his title to Leon Spinks in February 1978, Ali defeated him in a September rematch, becoming the first boxer to win the heavyweight championship three times. Following a brief retirement, he returned to the ring to face Larry Holmes in 1980, but was overmatched against the younger champion. Following one final loss in 1981, to Trevor Berbick, the boxing great retired from the sport. In his retirement, Ali devoted much of his time to philanthropy. He announced that he had Parkinson’s disease in 1984, a degenerative neurological condition, and was involved in raising funds for the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Over the years, Ali also supported the Special Olympics and the ‘Make-A-Wish Foundation’, among other organizations. In 1996, he lit the Olympic cauldron at the Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, an emotional moment in sports history.

masterful performance. He baited Foreman into throwing wild punches with his “rope-a-dope” technique, before stunning his opponent with an eighth-round knockout to reclaim the heavyweight title. Ali and Frazier locked horns for their grudge match in Quezon City, Philippines, in 1975. Dubbed the “Thrilla in Manila,” the bout nearly went the distance, with both men delivering and absorbing tremendous punishment. However, Frazier’s trainer threw in the towel after the 14th round, giving the hard-fought victory to Ali.

Ali traveled to numerous countries, including Mexico and Morocco, to help out those in need. In 1998, he was chosen to be a United Nations Messenger of Peace because of his work in developing nations. In 2005, Ali received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President George W. Bush. He also opened the Muhammad Ali Center in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, that same year. “I am an ordinary man, who worked hard to develop the talent I was given,” he said. “Many fans wanted to build a museum to acknowledge my achievements. I wanted more

than a building to house my memorabilia. I wanted a place that would inspire people to be the best that they could be at whatever they chose to do, and to encourage them to be respectful of one another.” Despite the progression of Parkinson’s and the onset of spinal stenosis, Ali remained active in public life. He was on hand to celebrate the inauguration of the first African-American president in January 2009, when Barack Obama was sworn into office. Soon after the inauguration, Ali received the President’s Award from the NAACP for his public service efforts. Things began taking a turn for the worse within a few years. In early 2015, Ali was hospitalized for a severe urinary tract infection after having battled pneumonia. He was hospitalized again in early June 2016 for what was reportedly a respiratory issue. The revered athlete passed away on the evening of June 3rd 2016, at a Phoenix, Arizona facility. Ali was survived by his fourth wife, Yolanda, whom he had been married to since 1986. The couple had one son, Asaad, and Ali had several children from previous relationships, including daughter Laila Ali, who followed in his footsteps by becoming a champion boxer. Universally regarded as one of the greatest boxers in history, Ali’s stature as a legend continued to grow even as his physical state diminished. He continues to be celebrated not only for his remarkable athletic skills but for his willingness to speak his mind and his courage to challenge the status quo. GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 73

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Giorann Henshaw’s Art Workshops Text by Francesca Cartwright Photographs by Dominique Martinez – Lopez (www.gibraltarfocus.com)

It’s a well known fact the Gibraltar’s youth punches, well above their weight when competing in dance competitions, it must be the vast number of dance groups and Performances available which encourages rehearsing, discipline and plenty of practice. It’s not only in dance that we shi-

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ne, Art is also an area where students seem to flourish and being able to showcase their talents is extremely important to their development as an artist and their sense of accomplishment. I caught up with Giorann Henshaw, artist, teacher and the brains behind The Colours Exhibition. She explained that The Colours exhibition is to show families and friends what the Art students have accomplished. Just like dance schools put on shows, art has

Exhibitions. This is part of the learning process as it teaches students what it entails to show their artworks, it inspires them and encourages them to keep on painting. Prizes are not given as they are all hard working students at different levels and age groups. Making a child look better than another could dishearten some children and it is not about who is better, it is about their efforts and pride in their work. After many Exhibitions, you see how children are surprised and in awe

of how their own paintings look after they are framed and hanging in the big halls with all the other paintings, they love it. When asked if she had a favourite type of painting, she responded that she couldn’t choose! There were quite a few choices, but she has always loved the realist’s paintings, like Vermeer and Michelangelo, more classical works. The impressionists were also beautiful and the pre- Raphaelites; she could just not choose her love for

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all types of paintings is apparent. Her passion for Art started as a little girl, when she was 4 or 5 years old. She was already copying cartoons from the television, ‘Vamos A La Cama’ cartoon on the Spanish TV channel, was a favourite and she used to draw and colour them with felt tip pens. As a teenager she went to UK on a foundation course on Porcelain painting at the Royal Worcester Porcelain where she learnt to model figures, making moulds and painting on porcelain and fine bone china. She married and came back to live in Gibraltar 78 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

where she had her children. Teaching Art started when her second son Luke told some of his friends that his mum could

paint and that she could teach them. Through word of mouth it started the ball rolling, that was 22 years ago, since then her classes grew and have been doing

so ever since. She finds that Children are like sponges, they learn everything that there is to learn if the desire is there. They in turn teach her to look at things from their eyes. They start asking about every stroke they do, until they become confident and then draw and paint on their own. Most of the students start at 6 years and continue until they go to university, so in those years the improvement is incredible and they develop their own ways of painting. I asked her if ‘anyone’ could paint or of it was a natural talent that you had to have? She believes that

not everyone can paint, it is a natural talent but techniques can be taught and ways of seeing objects and surroundings too. The primary objective in her classes is to visually understand what the students are looking at. They start by copying from books as it is easier to understand outlines and shapes from pictures. They also learn to look at colours, how the master artists used to mix and use the different colours in the paintings. It is important as we don’t always transfer on paper what we see because of not understanding what we are looking at. These points can be taught but the creative element is a natural inborn

talent that is carried in our genes, and not everyone has it. When asked about the future of Art in Gibraltar, she has a very

clear picture. Together with her cousin Dorcas from ‘Dorcas Fashions’, they submitted a project to the Ministry of Culture to open a School of Art and Fashion. With

this in mind, she feels it would be a great venture if Gibraltar had a Cultural Centre where all the different arts where taught by different tutors. This sounds like a fabulous idea to further broaden our ever growing artistic talent. If you’re interested in finding out a little bit more or would like to contact her for classes, Giorann is offering summer classes on outdoor painting to children on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10am to 11.30am at Jumpers, contact her at: henshbros@gibtelecom.net or telephone 54027902. GLOBE MAGAZINE JUNE 2016 79

GWMF 2016: Obrigado! Joshua Benoliel - Photojournalist This year’s Gibraltar World Music Festival is starting with an exhibition organized in conjunction with space 92 (at 92 Irish Town) and with the collaboration of the ‘Arquivo Municipal de Lisboa’ paying tribute to Joshua Benoliel, the first Portuguese photojournalist with several links to Gibraltar. Joshua Benoliel (13th January 1873 – 3rd February 1932) was a photojournalist born in Lisbon, to Judah Benoliel, a GibraltarJewish born trader, and Esther Levy. After working as a dispatcher assistant, he began his real career as a journalist and photographer. He was practically the creator of the photographic reportage in Portugal. He was passionate about big in-

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ternational stories and followed kings and presidents of republics from Europe and Brazil, with some of which he had a great friendship. He was in London and France with D. Carlos I, he met the emperor William II of Germany, King Edward VII of England, and King Alfonso XIII of Spain, who was one of his good friends.

For thirty years he had an active and busy professional life that no one in his time managed to equalize. He worked for numerous newspapers and national and international magazines. He went to O Século and the Ilustraçao Portuguesa to which he devoted most of his journalistic activity and witnessed the famous Conference of Algeciras.

He was honoured by the French Academy and with the Commendations of Santiago Order of Spain and the Spanish Civil Merit. In recognition of his value, his name has been used to name a street in Lisbon: the Joshua Benoliel Street. The impressive legacy of images left by Joshua Benoliel is part of a documental mass, which historiography has to deal with. His photographs are essential for a clearer understanding of Portugal in the final years of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. This extensive and contrasting photographic repertoire presents one of the most powerful tools for the reobservation and reinterpretation for that period of the Portuguese past. “King of photographers and photographer of kings” shows the life of Portuguese society during the troubled transitional period from the Monarchy to the Republic, it is superbly portrayed. Benoliel,

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the photojournalist of the country and its capital in an accelerated social, economic and political mutation, was highly regarded by his contemporaries. The quality of his work has ensured that this well deserved recognition has endured until today. Benolielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important work was developed in the second series of the a IllustraĂ§ao Portugueza (1906-1924), the illustrated supplement to the newspaper O SĂŠculo. Founded in 1880, the paper was a republican inspired body of the press, one of whose main co-founders was the journalist and lawyer Magalhaes de Lima, who was renowned for his involvement with the republican cause. He was also correspondent for two prestigious European illustrated magazines at the beginning of the 20th century.

Gibraltarian links Joshua Benoliel was the great grandson of Judah Benoliel, consul of Austria and Morocco in Gibraltar and President of the local Jewish community. Due to his distinction, his education and his noble and generous character, he was called "the King of Gibraltar". Don Judah Benoliel had also complete trust in Cardinal Mastai-Ferretti, who later became Pope Pius IX, who entrusted him on his return to Chile, very large sums of money. In conjunction with his brother Isaac, being there together referred to, he was on the list of the leading merchants of Gibraltar that in 1817, contributed to the construction of the Stock Exchange building, the actual local Parliament.

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7 Email Etiquette Rules every professional should know It’s easy to see why email is the preferred form of communication in today’s workplace. ‘Smartphones’ allow us to send and receive messages from anywhere. They’re convenient, and you aren’t afraid that you might be interrupting someone by texting or calling them on the phone lly think everyone on the list needs to receive the email.

But it’s this convenience that leads people to making embarrassing mistakes that may be detrimental in a professional interaction. For example, you could easily miss a spelling error while typing out an email on your phone or come off as too casual or unprofessional in tone or content.

4 USE EXCLAMATION POINTS SPARINGLY

If you choose to use an exclamation point, use only one to convey excitement. People sometimes get carried away and put a number of exclamation points at the end of their sentences. The result can appear too emotional or immature. Exclamation points should be used sparingly in writing.

We pulled out the most important ones you need to know: 1 INCLUDE A CLEAR, DIRECT SUBJECT LINE

Examples of a good subject line include: “Meeting date changed,” “Quick question about your presentation,” or “Suggestions for the proposal.” People often decide whether to open an email based on the subject line so choose one that lets readers know you are addressing their concerns or business issues.”

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it occasionally for work-related correspondences, you should be careful when choosing that address.

2 USE A PROFESSIONAL EMAIL ADDRESS

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You should always have an email address that conveys your name so that the recipient knows exactly who’s sending the email. Never use email addresses that are not appropriate for use in the workplace, such as “diva@...” or babygirl@...

3 THINK TWICE BEFORE HITTING “REPLY ALL”

No one wants to read emails from 20 people when it has nothing to do with them. They could just ignore the emails, but many people get notifications of new messages on their ‘smartphones’ or distracting pop-up messages on their computer screens. Refrain from hitting “reply all” unless you rea-

Humour can easily get lost in translation without the right tone or facial expressions. In a professional exchange, it’s better to leave humour out of emails unless you know the recipient well. Also, something that you think is funny might not be funny to someone else. Something perceived as funny when spoken may come across very differently when written. When in doubt, leave it out! 6 KNOW THAT PEOPLE FROM DIFFERENT CULTURES SPEAK AND WRITE DIFFERENTLY

Miscommunication can easily oc-

cur due to cultural differences, especially in the writing form when we can’t see each other’s body language. Tailor your message depending on the receiver’s cultural background or how well you know him. A good rule to keep in mind is that high-context cultures (Japanese, Arab or Chinese) want to get to know you before doing business with you. Therefore, it may be common for business associates from these countries to be more personal in their writings. On the other hand, people from low-context cultures (German, American or Scandinavian) prefer to get to the point quickly. 7 REPLY TO YOUR EMAILS -- EVEN IF THE EMAIL WASN’T INTENDED FOR YOU

It’s difficult to reply to every email

message ever sent to you, but you should try to. This includes when the email was accidentally sent to you, especially if the sender is expecting a reply. A reply isn’t necessary, but serves as good email etiquette, especially if this person works in the same company or industry as you. Here’s an example reply: “I know you’re very busy, but I don’t think you meant to send this email to me. And I wanted to let you know so you can send it to the correct person.” Aside from these email tips, always make sure to proof your messages so that there aren’t any jarring mistakes that make you seem unprofessional. We also advise to always add the email address last so that the email doesn’t accidentally send before you’re ready!

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All about us: Kailash Noguera How do you set about describing yourself and what you do without selling yourself short and without overstating the significance of what you want the public to know about your life? “It’s weird for me to write about myself, it always has been... writing has always been one of the only ways I could express myself freely” That is the opening exchange between Kailash Noguera and yours truly. Kailash is a published local poet, who insists that he does not like to recite himself. He wants people to read him and be him as they immerse themselves in his work. That means that he has a few books of his poems, which you can get into and digest. “I started writing at a very young age as a diarist in poetic form and I only wrote for myself until one day for some reason, I needed to share my feelings. I became a published writer at the age of eighteen having my poems published on several local publications and across the border. In 2008, I published my first poetry book, White Dove (Paloma Blanca) with writings both in English and Spanish; it was then when I earned a reputation as a socio-political-street poet.” Kailash tells me that he’s uncomfortable with that label because he reckons that his writing goes beyond the streets although his roots are there. His second book ‘La Vida Joys and Sorrows’ was delayed by life’s obstacles and was

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published last year. In the intervening seven years by his own admission, inner demons and self destructive tendencies had dragged him down into drug addiction but somehow he managed to keep enough focus to write sometimes but it was a slow and painful process. “But I kept writing as I walked the edge of the knife, the book’s editing was running slow (for their own personal reasons) so all in all, the publication took long but it finally did come out under Calpe Press Publishers. La Vida: Joys and Sorrows, like his first book White Dove (Paloma Blanca), has poems both in English and Spanish, most of them dealing with the horrors of drug addiction and delinquency. Sex, heartbreaks, love affairs and relationships with the so-called fatal-women and other characters of the marginal world are also important topics in this book together with the search for true inner-peace and freedom.” Although Kailash doesn’t recite anymore, he remembers that four years ago, he gave a reading at the Malaga Centro Cultural in Benal-

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madena Costa. At the time, it was all about a new book he was writing then and tentatively called ‘Mas Alla Del Peñon’ (Beyond the Rock). This one has not yet seen the light of day in publication. “I have to say that my third book Romance of the Gibraltarian Night and other Writings is different from the other two. The cover illustration is by local artist and musician David Candeas, who I have worked with also in music and is a good friend. For now, it is only available to buy online”. So whilst not a best kept secret, we now have a writer poet, who will soon have four books to his name and we know precious little about him except that he has been through the mill and has now been clean for the last eight years. There is a lovely Spanish saying that goes ‘Soledad

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– amiga del poeta’ (loneliness is a friend to the poet) and this is certainly what produces the challenge to chronicle one’s own woes and make them lighter by sharing them in writings of any kind. These writings have a great value as an insight to the mind of a fellow human, who may be giving a voice to those, who can’t express their own heartbreak, sorrow or loneliness and

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can find solace in words by other people. It strikes me that self-healing through words is what Kailash has made his mark in and we should all celebrate that because he came through, we are richer if we share his compelling poems but only if we care to delve into them. I hope that you do. La Vida Joys and Sorrows (Calpe Press Publis-

hers) can be found in the Gibraltar Bookshop whilst Romance of the Gibraltarian Night and other Writings (cover illustration by David Candeas) can be purchased on-line at www. amazon.co.uk White Dove (Paloma Blanca), on the other hand, is presently out of stock with the 2nd edition expected very soon.

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From Blockbuster Fighter to Country’s Conscience “Jaws,” they say, invented the blockbuster; but d*** if Muhammad Ali didn’t get there first! From 1971 to 1974, he starred in two of the greatest events in the history of American sports, fights with Joe Frazier at Madison Square Garden and George Foreman in Kinshasa that had names that belonged on a movie studio’s release schedule: “The Fight of the Century” and “The Rumble in the Jungle.” In October 1975 came a rematch with Frazier. They called that one

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“The Thrilla in Manila.” But with all due respect to Francis Ford Coppola, everyone, who saw Ali and Frazier nearly kill each other that oppressively sticky Manila morning knew it was the original “Apocalypse Now.” In 1965, the photographer Neil Leifer captured Ali after he had knocked out Sonny Liston two minutes into their match — Ali stands over a laid-out Liston, roaring in conquest, making you think the man was playing a to-

tally different sport. To stick with the “Jaws” comparison, he was the shark, the ocean and the boat captain, and if he was fighting, you were going to need a bigger bout — the biggest. It wasn’t just the matches that were blockbusters. It was Ali himself. He was the most important political-cultural figure to survive the deadly tumult of the 1960s and flourish in the 1970s. Ali lic-

ked Liston, Frazier, Foreman and dozens of other men. But he was at the centre of American culture in part because he had turned boxing into a condition of the American self: Punch or be punched. With him, boxing wasn’t just a sport but a referendum on the state of the country. He had become larger than life, but without forgetting how much

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black lives matter. The legacy of his bodacious charisma was built to last well beyond his death on Friday 3rd June 2016. Ali was telegenic, funny, clever, blunt, fearless and, above all, politically principled. His beliefs transfixed and polarized the country: What would he say next; where would he take us? The short answer to that second question is “on a public journey.” Ali was a politically black Zelig, but instead of merely lurking within the times, he shaped them. He was complicated and contradictory as both a man and an African-American, embracing and shedding radical black Islam, wielding racist imagery to rile opponents, refusing to playing the black clown for the press. The journey led the ‘baddest’ boxer in the world to shake hands with Gerald Ford, one of the blander presidents. He acted on Broadway and wrote braggadocio raps that we called poetry because, at the time, we didn’t know what rap was. By the time, he lit the Olympic torch for the Atlanta Games in 1996, he was an elder statesman, visibly shuddering with signs of Parkinson’s disease, a powerful, poignant distance from his 1960s self but still media-ready.

bear-poking style. So he had to fight for that, too. By 1977, when LeVar Burton’s Kunte Kinte chose in “Roots” to be whipped for refusing to repeat his new name, you can imagine a portion of the 30 million people, who watched exhaling something like, “Oh. I get it!”. Nonetheless, Ali’s embrace of the pro-black, anti-integration Nation of Islam alarmed the country. Almost overnight, a cocky young fighter became a scary black man. In 1967, he claimed conscientious-objector status and refused the Army induction to fight in Vietnam, saying to the press, “I ain’t got no trouble with them Vietcong. It ain’t right. They never called me ‘n****r.’” His defiance brought out competing paradoxes: Until America reconciled its war with itself how could it ask a citizen to fight somewhere else?

The day after he upset Liston in 1964, he hooked up with the Nation of Islam and announced that he would no longer be going by his birth name, Cassius Clay. Sure, it was the name of a white abolitionist — from Ali’s own Kentucky, no less — but it felt like a slave name, too.

He was fined US$10,000, sentenced to five years in prison, stripped of his boxing title and forced to wait three and a half years for the Supreme Court to overturn his conviction. He lost prime fighting years and gained honour. The roaring monster in Mr. Leifer’s photo now appeared on the cover of Esquire, in his boxing trunks, his bare chest shot with arrows just like poor, martyred St. Sebastian. Another astonishing transformation: The scary black man had become a national folk hero.

The news media took its sweet time coming around to “Muhammad Ali.” Many reporters kept calling him Cassius, in a childish,

Ali’s objection to the war came the same year that Sidney Poitier, long a symbol of the possibilities of racial integration and of

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turning the other cheek, hauled off and slapped an old white racist in “In The Heat of the Night.” (He’d finally run out of cheeks!) By the 1970s, Poitier had found a second, less gusty wind, directing and starring in slick comedies that pushed the kind of cultural politics of appearing respectable ( if not accommodating) which Ali sometimes espoused.

this: “I love Muhammad Ali.”

Take this moment from 1974 on “The Mike Douglas Show.” Douglas asks his guest co-host, Sly Stone, to introduce Ali. And Sly — cool, stoned, super-duper enthused – brings Ali out like

The audience laughs, then Douglas completes his thought: “You never walk out with a nice smile. You always look troubled,” as if Ali — the world’s greatest athlete, least likely sufferer of fools, and

Out strolls Ali. He looks crisp in a great dark suit, white shirt and tie. They shake hands, and Sly, in a star-splotched, bell-bottom one-piece, goes in for a hug. Ali has barely taken his seat when Douglas’s joshing sarcasm sets the tone: “You’re happy again today. I can tell.”

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most famous living civil right activist — was supposed to be Soupy Sales. If Douglas was going there, Ali was going to follow. “I am troubled. We have so many problems in the world,” he says, reclining a bit in his chair, generating suspense with his terrific, meaty, Louisville accent, as to whether he would respond with comedy or gloomy candor. With Sly staring at him, he succinctly dispels the suspense: “These shows are so phony. Everybody’s laughing. Everything is a laugh here in America. Ain’t nobody serious. People hungry, war, all kind of trouble.” Ali questions the complicity of black entertainers in this circus, while Sly mockingly repeats what Ali says and tells him to lighten up: “We ain’t planning on going to church now.” The more Sly leans toward him, the more Ali seems to lean away — it’s the physics of temperament but also of racial disposition. On this day, Ali has everyday black folks on his mind. Sly doesn’t not share the same concerns, but he makes a passable case for the values of peace and love. This isn’t

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a disagreement over philosophy but of presentation: Ali didn’t want to be seen smiling if he didn’t feel like it. Much of America had probably seen Ali chop it up with Howard Cosell on “Wide World of Sports.” But tension between two black men on the subject of their own race wasn’t a regular spice in the daytime-television diet. Even in 2016, it’s arresting, especially with two men this outwardly different. Officially, black is a who. But with Ali, it was always a how. How do you use your blackness both for and against? How is it helping? How might it hurt? How is our own blackness being

turned against us? When he left boxing after his last fight in 1981, he took the majesty of the sport with him. He took the symbolism and grim spectatorial history, too. Boxing is a two-man contest. But if Ali was in the ring, so was the rest of the country. After him, blackness as a point of public pride had also drifted away from American popular culture — or rather it had been absorbed by the gradual mainstreaming of hip-hop and the proliferation of a black middle class. It found shelter in such apolitical spaces as the Huxtable’s Brooklyn home and Will Smith’s adopted Bel Air mansion.

But in the last few years, something has changed. There’s been increased political awareness of the inequality of black life and outrage over unjust black death. Technology has given megaphones to previously voiceless people. At the same time, major black artists and stars have reconnected blackness, history and politics — from Kanye West and Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar to LeBron James, who in 2012 put the Miami Heat in ‘hoodies’ for an iconic photo after Trayvon Martin’s death. Even America’s black president has come further unfettered, not simply addressing race but almost luxuriating in his blackness. He told Howard University’s most recent graduating class to embrace their black identity — more or less, as he publicly has. Some of what’s happened in this period has been rightly received as radical. These are hardly boring times we’re living in. But when the country is seen through the prism of Muhammad Ali, words like “radical,” “truth,” “fame,” and “risk” suddenly feel as if they should come with an asterisk.

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The Ladbrokes Trophy tournament was held on Sunday 15th May 2016 at Alcaidesa on the Heathland Course in glorious sunshine and a manageable Westerly breeze. Everyone was delighted to be out playing golf again after a week of almost persistent rain. However, while the Course was in surprisingly good condition and some tees were placed well forward, it defended itself very well against any big scores. The winner of The Ladbrokes Trophy was Stuart Ferguson with 37 points. Stuart won the trophy and 2 green fees on the San Roque Club Old Course, Stuart also won the best senior prize. OTHER PRIZES WERE WON AS FOLLOWS:

Best gross score was won by David MacGregor with a score of 78. Best pairing was Steve Buchanan and Andy Hastings with a combined score of 70 points. OUR HANDICAP CATEGORY PRIZES WERE WON AS FOLLOWS:

Category 1 (0-12) the runner up with a score of 34 points was David MacGregor and the winner with 35 points was John Hunter. Category 2 (13-22) the runner up was Louis Calvente 33 points and the winner was Steve Buchanan with 37 points. Category 3 (23 and above) Joe Peñalver was runner up with 29 points and the winner was Jon Bowden with 37 points. 102 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

The Ladbrokes Trophy

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The nearest the pin winners were: Steve Stonefield, Douglas Casciaro, Ben Helme and Alexei Abramov. Winner of nearest the pin in 2 on a par 4 and nearest the pin in 3 on a par 5 and longest drive on the 17th was John Hunter. Many thanks to everyone, who supported this event and congratulations to the prize winners. There will be many more events to come this season so why not make sure

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that you are included and work your way into the Med Golf Masters in August 2016. Speaking of which, here is the updated Top Twenty in the Jyske Bank Order of Merit 01. Duncan Hamilton 02. Steve Stonefield 03. David Campbell 04. Javi Hunter 05. David MacGregor 06. John Hunter 07. Mark Henderson 08. Chris Delaney

09. Paul ‘Taffy’ Thomas 10. Stuart Ferguson --------------------------------11. Douglas Casciaro 12. Mike Harvey 13. Mike Cowburn 14. Chris Warren 15. Peter Lenderyou 16. Ross McQuater 17. Louis Calvente 18. Chris Hill 19. Martin Burns 20. Tim O’Toole Only the top 10 players at the

end of the season will qualify for the Med Golf Masters. Our next event is at ‘El Paraiso’ on Sunday 26th June 2016 for the Gedime Motors Trophy. You can enter the event by contacting us at medgolf. events@gmail.com For more details on our full schedule and the benefits of joining Med Golf for just £40 per year, please visit our website: www.medgolfmembers.com

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Charlie’s Loyalty Draw Text by Justine Fava – Cartwright

It’s Summer season once more and holidays are one of those treats we look forward to if we are lucky enough to afford one. What could be better than kicking off those flip-flops, lying back and soaking up some rays, cocktail in hand whilst listening to the waves lick the bow of a luxury cruise ship? I can think of one thing that could be better…..that the cruise was for free and I had just won it by simply dining at my favorite restaurant in Gibraltar and picking up a raffle ticket at the end of my meal! Now suddenly my cruise is really special and my summer is made! Charlie’s Steakhouse and Grill have been treating their clients to a Mediterranean Cruise, which has been raffled annually for the last 5 years. For every 20 spent, you are entitled to a raffle ticket. The Mediterranean Cruise is chosen based on its popularity and includes connecting flights to Barcelona for two people with seven nights onboard inclusive of meals. Charlie’s Steakhouse and Grill has fast become one of Gibraltar’s hot spots for dining. Truth is you will find it hard to get a table even on presumably the quietest nights of the week so booking well in advance is advisable. Charlie’s value the loyalty of their clientele so the idea that they could give a little back in the way of this cruise, has gone down a treat. They are very pleased that a local couple family have won again this year and are looking forward to hearing all about their adventures on board. 106 JUNE 2016 GLOBE MAGAZINE

The draw, which took place on Friday 20th May in the presence of a notary public, was won by the De Haro Family with lucky ticket number 08958. I spoke to the lucky winners and asked them why they were out that lucky night they got the winning ticket, and what they love about Charlie’s…… We dine there very often. I’m a great fan of the steaks and my kids Megan, Evan and my wife love the Indian food. The Manchurian Meatballs are a favourite. The same can be said for the fantastic deserts. This time though, I was actually at Charlie’s getting a takeaway, which is why I know that was the winning ticket. I had 24 tickets at home but it was the lucky takeaway ticket that struck gold! I was playing a match of football when I found out and it was my wife, who excitedly told me during half time. It didn’t sink in at the time as I really had to fo-

cus on the game but now the whole family is really looking forward to the trip.We paid extra and are taking the kids, who are excited at having the run of the ship. In fact, we never envisaged a big holiday this year as we had splashed out last year so this has been an unexpected treat. What we are really looking forward to is spending time on this brand new ship, The Harmony of the Seas. She is sailing her maiden voyage at the moment. We were lucky in that we could upgrade the room to have an interconnecting room for the kids and they are really looking forward to using the ships amenities as they are both teens, so the cruise is great to give them that sense of freedom in a safe environment. The plan is to mainly stay on board and make the most of the ship itself but we haven’t been to Mallorca, and Rome has always been one of my favourite cities so we will definitely be enjoying a day out there.

So the De Haro family are off and we are all left behind wishing is was us. Truth is it really could be you and there is very little you have to do other than pick up the phone to book a table (highly recommended as Charlie’s are usually fully booked) and sit in the buzzing atmosphere enjoying some great food. New this year and up and running is Charlie’s Bar next door, which is now an extension to the restaurant enjoying the same menu and service. That means a better chance of grabbing a table and taking those tickets home with you for next year’s cruise!! Enjoy the Charlie’s Steakhouse and Grill experience and good luck!! For bookings and reservations, phone Charlie’s Steakhouse and Grill on +350 200 69993 or email: info@charliessteakhouseandgrill.com