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Against All Odds
In the last edition we reported on the start of Antonio de la Rosa’s incredible record breaking epic feat to not only kayak between all seven of the Canary Islands but cycle to the highest point on each and complete this Herculean task within seven days. You can see from the celebratory beer above that it was mission accomplished. The story of this young man, originally from Valladolid, but
now living in Madrid, is worth telling and our reporter has keenly followed Antonio’s progress since the last report on day three of the marathon. The second part of the task saw him reaching the top of Spain’s highest peak as well as coming to our very own island. It is with pride that we continue the story of Antonio’s journey and adventures on page 6. Continued on page 6
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Inside Edition 10 Pictures
Page 6 Seven Islands, Seven Summits
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The Cheese Maker of San Agustín
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Emergency and Useful telephone numbers in Gran Canaria Las Palmas Airport: 928 579 000 Emergency Line: 112 Police, Fire Brigade and Ambulance: 928 492 112 Fire Brigade Las Palmas 928 446 444 Maspalomas 928 762 671 Playa del Inglés, San Augustín, San Bartolomé de Tirajana 928 762 671 Local Police Province - 092 Las Palmas 928 304 600 Maspalomas 928 764 000 Guardia Civil Province 062 Las Palmas 928 762 898 Puerto Rico 928 736 817 S. Bartolomé 928 750 222
National Police Las Palmas Masapalomas 928 764 000 Sea Rescue 900 202 202 & 928 467 757 Consulates: British Consulate Consul: Matthew Vickers Edificio_Cataluna,_C/Luis Morote 6, 3rd Floor, Las Palmas Opening hours: Mon to Fri 8.30am to 1.30pm Telephone 928 262 508 www.ukinspain.com Austria - 928 782 500 Belgium - 928 461 718 Denmark - 928 264 764 Finland - 928 224 358 France - 928 292 371 Germany - 928 491 880
Italy - 928 241 911 Luxembourg - 928 243 431 Netherlands - 922 271 721 Norway - 928 495 035 Portugal - 928 233 144 Sweden - 928 260 884 Switzerland - 928 293 450 Taxis: 928 154 77 or 902 192 019 International Directory Enquires: 025 UK Operator: 900 990044 Lost/Stolen credit cards: 900 974445 Health Centre Appointments 012 Consumer issues 928 731
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Markets in Gran Canaria Arguineguín Mercadillo Municipal de Arguineguín Every Tuesday 08:00-14:00. C/ Paco González en Arguineguín (Mogán). Agüimes Mercadillo de Agüimes Thursdays 08:00-13:00 in front of the municipal swimming pool in Agüimes. Arucas Mercadillo al aire libre de Arucas Saturdays from 08:00-14:00. C/ Juan de Bethencourt, in Arucas. Gáldar Mercadillo de Gáldar - Thursdays 08:00-14:00. Plaza de Santiago en Gáldar. Jinámar Mercadillo de Jinámar Sundays 8:00-14:00 at the Ramblas de Jinámar (Telde). Meloneras Mercadillo en Meloneras Thursdays from 10:00 till 17:00. Mercadillo Artístico Artesanal Glass art, marroquinería, ceramic hand craft, bouncy castles and art and craft classes for kids. On the Maspalomas Parking terrace, next to the Global bus station. Mercadillo del Coleccionista La Casa del Coleccionista of Gáldar is a meeting point for collectors, where you can trade, talk and bargain with other collectors. Dirección: Guaires, 26. Gáldar. Tel: 928.55.21.40 Mendizábal Mercadillo de Mendizábal At C/ Mendizábal (Vegueta), Las Palmas de Gran Canaria The third Saturday of every month. Mogán Mercadillo Municipal de Playa de Mogán Fridays 08:00-14:00 around the Port of Mogán. Moya Mercadillo de Moya Sundays 08:00-14:00, on top of the bus station at Moya. Playa del Inglés Mercadillo de Playa del Inglés Everyday except Sunday 19.30-23.30. Mercadillo de Artesanía At Parque Europeo (next to the Minitren) Playa del Inglés (Maspalomas) Rastro Every Sunday 08:00-14:00 on the terrace on top of the bus station of Las Palmas San Fernando Mercadillo de San Fernando Every Wednesday: 08:00-14:00 at the San Fernando Municipal Market de Maspalomas. San Bartolomé de Tirajana Mercadillo Municipal de San Bartolome de Tirajana Every second Sunday 09:00-14:00 at the skating ring in San Fernando de Maspalomas. Santa Brígida Mercadillo de Santa Brígida, Saturdays 08:00-20:00 and Sundays from 08:00-14:00, Underneath the municipal park in Villa de Santa Brígida. Santa Lucía Mercadillo de Santa Lucía Sundays 08:00-14:00 Traditional Market placed entrance of the village of Santa Lucía. Santa María de Guía Mercadillo de Santa María de Guía, Between 10:00 -14:00 at the Plaza Grande, Tuesdays and Sundays between 08:30 and 13:00
Santa Catalina Mercadillo de Santa Catalina First Sunday of every month, except on Carnival, July, August and September between 11.00-15.00. Art Gallery of Parque de Santa Catalina in Las Palmas de G.C. Telde Mercadillo de Telde, Every Saturday Between 07:00-14:00 at the Plaza de San Gregorio, C/ Joan Miró, en Telde. Teror Mercadillo de Teror, A very large and varied market. Every Sunday 08:00-14:00 place around the Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pino en Teror. Sundays 08:00-14:00. In the centre of the village. Vegueta Mercadillo de Vegueta Cultural and Craftsmanship market in Vegueta. Plaza del Pilar Nuevo. Every Sunday of every month (except July, August and Sept.). Vega de San Mateo Mercadillo de San Mateo Every Saturday: 08:00-20:00 and Sundays 08:00-15:00. Valsequillo Mercadillo de Valsequillo Sundays 08:00-14:00 at C/ Isla de la Gomera (Valsequillo) Vecindario Mercadillo de Vecindario, Mondays 08:00-14:00 on – Agricultural Market (at the Recinto Ferial de Vecindario), On Wednesdays – Traditional Market (at the Recinto Ferial de Vecindario).
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Upcoming Events HERE WE give you some of the most relevant dates during which something of general interest is happening on the island. Don’t be afraid to visit these events or even to actively participate in them, most are open to everyone and anyone. If you wish to visit a fiesta, always remember that most activities take part during the morning and then restart from about six pm. We are in Spain and both lunch and siestas are almost religious customs which all Canarians take extremely seriously. Also take into account that the main days will inevitably be during the weekend. Be adventurous and enjoy the Island like one of the natives! Womad 2009: International & Multi-ethnic music festival between the 12th and 15th November. Open to all, free entrance. Parque Santa Catalina, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. (AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED!) 2nd Playa Viva Blues Festival 7th November, 21.30 – 23.59 Open to all, free entrance. Plaza del Pilar, Guanarteme, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Photography Exhibition by “PATRICK HERCHL”. 6th November – 6th December. Open to all, free entrance. Centro Cultural de Maspalomas, San Fernando, San Bartolome de Tirajana. Hill Evans & The Soulgrass. 19th November, 20.30 Jazz & Funk Fusion. Box office- www.cajatique.com. CICCA, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Lady Dottie & The Diamonds. 11th November, 20.30 Soul & R&B Live Music. Box office- www.cajatique.com. CICCA, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. I Urban Music Circuit of Gran Canaria. 7th November, 18.00 – 23.59 Plaza Jardines del Atlantico, next to Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
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Gossip WE ALL do it, but do we really know what harm it can cause? It’s one of the world’s oldest means of sharing unproven facts and views, but is it just idle talk? Rumours about peoples´ personal, private and business affairs can be seen as harmless; it’s all part of everyday normal conversation, but it can in fact be used by people as a means of bullying and as a form of passive aggression. Ancient Eastern Indian mythology considers gossip a form of mental illness. Religions abhor and disallow it. Psychoanalysts report that gossip is harmful to the individual and creates many emotional difficulties such as suspiciousness, fear, mistrust and depression. Gossip is toxic to one’s soul and destroys friendships and relationships. For a number of people gossip is a way to avoid dealing with their own problems by concentrating on how poorly others solve theirs. It is a way to deflect criticism or even appreciation from others.
Once the energy is placed on what others should do better, its mere wisdom frees us from becoming accountable for ourselves. Some of the reasons that people engage in negative gossip include; the desire for bonding, use of idle time, denial of one’s own problems, affirmation of one’s worth by comparisons with others, as well as for hurting others. Many people use gossip with intended malice to harm others. This is a most despicable behavior that is never justified. Feeling “better than or “less than” other people is a tragic way to assess one’s worth. Self-esteem must come from within the individual based on one’s character and actions that lead to self-respect Therefore, maybe we should all think about our part in the next conversation we have regarding other people’s lives and affairs before we pass this unproven information on to the next person, and therefore perpetuate the circle of rumour and “Gossip” By JT
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Supermarkets Become Eco Friendly IN ALMOST every European Country when you go to the supermarket and the time comes to pack your shopping, either you take your own bags or use the ones they supply; sometimes having to pay for the privilege. This will hopefully avoid at least some bags ending up decorating our countryside, coasts and seas, thus spoiling the natural resources and beauty which we dearly need to cherish.
In an extremely brave initiative, shops in Gran Canaria have started to combat this form of pollution. It all started with Carrefour who, following a massive marketing campaign, eliminated the use of plastic bags from all their shops, and introduced the opportunity of buying either eco friendly plastic bags or the ones which you still pay for but, as soon as they wear out, can be exchanged for a new one. In response, Ikea, El Corte Inglés and Toys ‘R’ Us have also intro-
duced similar schemes allowing their customers to help in the elimination of these plastic bags.
According to scientists it takes approximately 400 years for a plastic bag to completely disappear from the environment, in the meantime it can end swallowed by large sea creatures, sometimes continuing down to the stomach, creating a block in the intestines thus causing the animal to die of hunger, or even choking to death an already endangered sea turtle. It is extremely hard to get rid of this product when it is indiscriminately thrown in the rubbish bins and they can easily carried by light winds into our natural environment. Some customers have been complaining about this initiative, with arguments such as “we already pay too much without having to pay for the bags”, but this can be put down to ignorance. We can live in hope that one day in Gran Canaria it will be normal for us to carry our own bags when out shopping. By Tito Cabral
Mogán Cleans Its Coasts THE ENVIRONMENTAL Ministry of the Ayuntamiento of Mogán and the Canarian Employment Services Office have signed an agreement to employ nine local people to maintain and clean the coast- Tiritaña line, beaches and valleys of Mogán. The project, which will last a period of six months, has provided work for seven operational staff, a Manager and an Environmental Technician. Their role is to patrol the length of the Municipality’s coastline collecting and eliminating the rubbish which has accumulated throughout the years. Rubbish which is not only selfishly discarded by weekenders and visitors to our coasts but also that washed up by the sea. “With this programme we want to achieve a better quality environment, as well as safe, pollution free areas to swim in”, Alicia Alamo assures us. She continues to say, “Our environmental objectives extend further than just the occasional cleaning initiatives, the idea
of cleaning and maintaining the valley bottoms will mean that less rubbish will end up on our beaches and coasts, thus reducing the negative ecological impact and contamination, when the rainy season arrives”. Since the beginning of the project they have already gather 9,945 kilograms of non organic rubbish, not including scrap metal, discarded utensils, and gardening materials. These team will cover the whole length of the coast of Mogán including its eighteen beaches, in order to provide us with a safer, cleaner environment. So well done the Council of Mogán! Lets’ hope other Councils follow their initiative. By Tito Cabral
Police Dogs Show Their Skill We have all seen policemen from all over the world working closely with dogs, in cases these are used against drug smuggling, in the search of missing people, in the detection of explosives and as a means of reducing an armed person. In an unusual exhibition on the island of Gran Canaria the Guardia Civil carried out a demonstration with their dogs in the village of Valleseco. One of the main objectives of this exhibition was to clarify certain urban legends which exist around the important role these “canine policemen” perform. In many cases these dogs have been perceived as weapons or even tools used by the humans to facilitate or carry out the more dangerous tasks that they might have to face. But this is far from the truth as these policemen consider these dogs their partners and treat them as so. This companionship is actually palpable by simply watching them work together, its evident that the two are sharing more than just the common goal of getting a job done. Another myth which is commonly spread amongst us is the belief that drug detecting dogs are actually given the drug they are supposed to look for in order to create a habit and therefore allowing them to detect it due to their craving. This is completely false as the way they are
trained is to recognise a particular smell (either drugs or explosives), and their trainers make it a kind of game which they get rewarded for if completed correctly. I certainly will perceive these dogs dif-
ferently, it is impressive to see the companionship and complicity between the dog and the man, and how these two can share a whole lot more than simple working colleagues. It is also important to highlight the important role these canine policemen carry out, helping on the
important job against drug smuggling, risking their lives to reduce dangerous criminals and searching for survivors after an accident or catastrophe. By Tito Cabral.
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Children Re-Plant Gran Canaria FOR THE third year running the “Foresta” Foundation together with sponsorship from the Environmental Department of the “Cabildo de Gran Canaria” have organised the Scholastic Plan to replant the forest areas of Gran Canaria. This initiative allows over 6000 children between the ages of 9 and 16 to participate in activities and listen to talks on the importance of these types of schemes. The registration period has begun for these activities and takes place during the months of November and December, “Winter” months which should enable the young trees to have a better chance of survival owing to the milder weather. The purpose of this initiative, which involves both primary and secondary students is to educate them on the importance of conserving the natural resources on the island. The idea is that they plant an area close to their educational centre so that the children can visit the area easily and see for themselves what their actions are achieving. The activity is separated into three main parts; firstly they are given a talk about the climate, vegetation and peculiarities about the zone they are going to work in. Following this, they carry out the practical part, which is the actual planting of their tree and initial irrigation to enable the roots to take hold. After a period of two months the students will return to their trees and once more water them and place the protective material around it, thus avoiding attacks
by rabbits which should guarantee their survival. It is planned that over 8,000 trees will be planted this year on about twenty different days. For the moment however the project is limited to schools in the municipalities of Telde, Teror, Agüimes and Las Palmas. Let us hope that this great initiative will spread to other municipalities on the island very quickly. By Tito Cabral
Yearly Hallowe’en Bash at The British School South ON FRIDAY, 23rd October the British School of Gran Canaria South filled with the songs, sights and scares of Hallowe’en once again. Each of the eight year groups in the school paraded in their spooky outfits in front of their parents while Head Witch, Mrs. Cabral, chose the winners for this year’s best costume awards. Fun and games for all, with Monster Musical Statues, Pass the Pumpkin and all work revolving around the theme of Hallowe’en. The highlight of the day, no doubt, was the libraryturned-scare-house. Pitch darkness, barely lit by the orange glow of a couple of pumpkins which, coupled with the sounds of creaking doors, howling winds and other such creepily eerie melodies would have been enough to scare the living daylights out of most. The children had to put their hands in “feely boxes” containing a corpse’s hand; a brain; worms ... and other such foul objects. Of course, there was a terrifying monster lurking in the shadows!
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Continued from front page
Part 2: 7 Islands, 7 Summits, 7 Days Day 4 (14/10/09). ANTONIO REACHED the summit of Gran Canaria at 3.30 in the morning, and made his way to the northern coast of the island; he arrived at approxi-
mately 8.30 am, and took the opportunity to have a couple of hours rest in a small fishing village. At 10.20 am once again, he stepped into his 6 metre kayak and set his sights towards Tenerife. After a nine and a half hour row through the often unpredictable and unforgiving Atlantic Ocean, which separates these two islands, our intrepid adventurer has suffered a little physically because of the intense rays of the sun, yet as always his grim determination and positive attitude has not deterred him from his final objective and goal! Day 5 (15/10/09). With steely determination Antonio commences cycling across the biggest island of the Canaries with relative ease. The altitude of Tenerife does not put him off and at the area of Montaña Blanca he
sets off by foot in an attempt to reach the highest summit in Spain. At around 17.30 he achieves his goal and without wasting any time makes his way back down again towards Punta de Teno where he will have to confront the hardest of all the water crossings. Day 6 (16/10/09). It’s 9.00 am and De la Rosa sets course for La Gomera in his kayak. He was previously made aware of, and warned, by local fishermen and sailors about this part of his journey, as the stretch of water which lies before him is considered treacherous and difficult to navigate. Just before 15.00 hours he reaches the capital San Sebastian and sets off on his bicycle once more towards Garajonay which reaches an altitude of 1487 metres; he arrives at 20.00 hours. Antonio is in very high spirits and is rising to the challenges with great optimism, although once again his injuries from previous cycling accidents are slowing him down. Day 7 (17/10/09). After setting off from Valle Gran Rey at 4.40 in the morning, Antonio rows to La Palma, and arrives at 13.30, and when he finally reaches the peak of Roque De Los Muchachos he knows he has finally accomplished his initial objective of 7 Islands, 7 Summits in 7 days. Ever seeking to push himself to the limits, Antonio decides to continue to El Hierro and accomplish 8 islands. Day 8 (18/10/09). After a twelve hour row from La Palma to El Hierro, Antonio starts his final
ascent in this extraordinary challenge. The last summit stands at 1501 metres which he welcomes with great humour and optimism. At approximately 2.50 am he reaches the top and heads straight for Faro the Orchilla; the most western point in Spanish territory and finishing line for this young man from Valladolid. He finally arrives at 9.30 in the morning accomplishing, what everyone said was the impossible, including himself. Antonio De La Rosa managed, with the help of his kayak and mountain bike, 8 islands in just 7 days, 23 hours and 35 minutes, hardly resting and using his own physical and mental powers to achieve his objective. I was fortunate enough to meet this astonishing, brave, young man when he
arrived in Arinaga. It is probably the closest I have ever been to Superman, and I was pleasantly surprised with his humble demeanour and how down to earth he is. I cannot even begin to imagine the strength this guy has, and I’m not referring to his physical strength which is obviously immense, but the sheer will power required in order to achieve such a huge goal. If like me you have been impressed by Antonio, you can carry on monitoring him on his web page www.aventurasdelcali.com where you can find out more about him and his future objectives and challenges. Good luck for the future Antonio, and very well done! By Tito Cabral
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Alhaurín el Grande Illegal Property
ballers and others who earn more than 600,000 € a year. However the measure will not affect those players who have signed their contracts already, only coming into effect on those signed after January 1 2010.
Demolished for impact on the landscape
ECONOMY BRUSSELS HAS announced today that it expects the Spanish economy to return to growth in 2011. However the European Commission has again warned about a ‘prolonged’ fall in employment, and of the negative impact of the proposed increases in VAT/IVA which come into effect in July next year. It comes as the latest figures for unemployment have shown 98,000 more joined the dole queues in Spain during October, taking the number out of work to more than 3.8 million. Meanwhile a study by Spanish savings banks has said that the increased tax take next year will also lead to a reduction in family savings.
THE PROVINCIAL court in Málaga has ordered the demolition of a property with swimming pool built without planning permission in Alhaurín el Grande due to its major visual impact on the local landscape. The 250 square metre construction is built on three levels in a rural area and was seen by the court as ‘already run down’ on land which is classified as unsuitable for development. The sentence notes, in addition, that there is no way to legalise the construction under the planning regulations which are currently in force in Alhaurín. A lower court had already found the owner guilty of planning crimes in building the property, a charge which has now been ratified by the provincial court, but did not order in its ruling that the house should be demolished.
Government Does A Partial U Turn On the 400 Euro Income Tax Rebate THE GOVERNMENT has done a partial U turn on the 400 € yearly income tax rebate, and decided that it will stay in place next year for those who earn less than 8000 € a year. There will be a sliding scale of rebate on incomes between 8,000 € and 12,000 €, with the objective of guaranteeing ‘fiscal balance’. It’s estimated that it will help some 770,000 low earners, and comes with the support of the IU left wing coalition. The Government has also agreed to increase the tax on foreign foot-
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The Spaniards are still hoarding 1.746 billion € worth of pesetas. The amount is roughly equivalent to the value of Iberia on the stock market. September saw two million € worth of pesetas finally being exchanged at the Bank of Spain.
The Celebrated Spanish Author, Francisco Ayala, Has Died He died at his home on Tuesday at the age of 103 THE CELEBRATED award-winning author, Francisco Ayala, has died at his home in Madrid this Tuesday just a few months after celebrating his 103rd birthday. He would have turned 104 next March. This remarkable man was born in Granada in 1906 and was not only an eminent novelist, publishing his first novel at the age of 19, but was also a noted essayist, had been a university professor and was a respected sociologist. He was seen as one of the greatest Spanish writers of the 20th Century. The author’s awards include the Cervantes Prize and
the Prince of Asturias Award for Literature, and he had been proposed for the Nobel Prize for Literature on a number of occasions. His funeral takes place on Wednesday when his remains will be cremated in a private ceremony in Madrid.
Canarias Diocese Ordered To Compensate Teacher Sacked for living in sin THE COURT described Canarias Diocese’s continued refusal to renew a religious studies teacher’s contract as vengeful. The Church has been ordered to pay more than 200,000 € to a teacher of religious studies who was sacked from her job because she was ‘living in sin’ with a man who was not her husband. Carmen Galayo had been teaching the subject for 12 years at a number of schools on Gran Canaria when, in October 2000, she was informed that her contract would not be renewed because of her out of wedlock relationship. She is reported by Canarias 7 to have previously separated from her husband. The Canarias High Court ruled the Bishopric’s decision to be null in July 2007 and now a court in Las Palmas has upheld the teacher’s claim for compensation for the 7 years the diocese failed to renew her contract. The ruling described the Church’s attitude as ‘vengeful’ over Carmen Galayo’s refusal to accept their decision and taking the matter to the courts. In a ruling made public this Tuesday, the court found that Carmen Galayo’s constitutional right to privacy had been violated and orders the bishopric to either propose her for a new contract for the current school year or pay her 210,000 € compensation. Canarias 7 reports that, as the school year has already started, it means the Church will have to pay up. .
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Letter of the week Dear Editor,
I am writing to you to say how much I enjoy the articles written by Phoenix Transport. I didn’t realise how little we knew about importing and exporting certain items into Gran Canaria. I now know why, when I ordered goods from the USA, they sat in Customs for over three months whilst red tape was supposedly being sorted out. In desperation, I contacted the Amercian company and asked for a refund explaining the situation over here. As with most American companies their customer relations is second to none. They immediately refunded me and said they would take it up with the Customs Office over here. Thank you Phoenix Transport for enlightening us as to what and who we need to contact to avoid a stressful situation concerning import/export of goods. Harry & Lynn Eccleston Good to know our features are appreciated. The same Phoenix articles will be starting again in December, for people who missed them previously.
Alcampo Saga continues...
One of our readers has received a letter from Alcampo in reply to his complaint (see previous issues of The Canary News). He tells us that the letter was dated 7 September but was posted a few weeks later by registered mail, received on 10 October. Alcampo apologised for the inconvenience and says they have investigated the complaint etc. etc. An extract from the letter says: “We have therefore decided that foreign customers can identify themselves with a valid document issued in their country of origin which has a photograph, signature and identification number. In any event and due to the fact that there are customers from many countries with many different types of documents, if there are any doubts the cashiers have been instructed to consult with their supervisor who will check the document and offer an adequate decision ensuring the satisfaction of our customers”
Dos and Don’ts of Poppy Etiquette
This is a translated extract from a letter dated at Telde on 7 September 2009 - signed by Mr Javier Ojeda (Director of Alcampo, Telde). Therefore, if customers experience any problems with the cashiers they should ask to speak to a supervisor. Name and address withheld. Well, we sincerely hope Alcampo is now doing everything within their power to ‘help’ foreigners spend money in their shop! Ed.
Dear Editor,
I recently returned to the island after being away for a short time and was looking forward to seeing how the recovery from the recession was getting on. It was great to see that the Irish flagship Ryanair has started to fly in, full marks to the government of Spain for reducing landing fees etc. Britain could have continued to have Ryanair flying in and out but instead decided to increase their landing fee,talk about shooting yourself in the foot! The island does seem quieter though and I was a bit dismayed at all the businesses that have disappeared. It also appears that many businessmen, in particular landlords, have not grasped the way ahead -you DECREASE your prices, not INCREASE them.You only have to look at the price of clothes and food in the UK to see how much they have dropped since the recession. This allows people to spend the little money they do have. Many main holiday resorts are still thriving because they have adopted the attitude ‘drop the costs and more people will spend’ it definitely works elsewhere. So the question is - IS IT HAPPENING HERE ?-I am afraid the answer is NO-unless you take action NOW this island will not be amongst the most popular as it once was. Even our friendly Gay tourists are now looking towards Fuerteventura where new complexes are being contructed for a fraction of the cost of those over here. Let us hope the message eventually gets through. Great paper last edition, I read it on line and congratulations on the new format and the new reporter Tito,
bought 26m poppies, but others choose not to. Channel 4 newsreader Jon Snow famously refuses to wear one on air, reportedly saying he does not want to bow to “poppy fascism’’.
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY is approaching and poppies are on sale to raise money for the Royal British Legion. But what is the etiquette when it comes to wearing one? Worn to remember the nation’s war dead, the red poppy is a widely recognised emblem. Millions of poppies were sold last year and the appeal raised £30m for the Royal British Legion’s charitable work. But what is the etiquette of wearing one?
2. What colour to wear - red, white or purple? Red is most popular, but the lesser-seen white poppy dates from 1933, when the Women’s Co-operative Guild wanted a lasting symbol for peace and an end to all wars. But the Royal British Legion refused to be associated with their manufacture, and so the Co-operative Wholesale Society took on production. The intention was not to offend the memory of those who died in the Great War, but many veterans felt white poppies undermined their contribution and the lasting meaning of the red poppy. Feelings ran so high that some women lost their jobs in the 1930s for wearing white poppies. Critics argue the red poppy already encompasses the sentiments of the white one, which they say also diverts funds from the Royal British Legion. Then there are purple poppies, worn to remember the animal victims of war and sold by animal charities.
1. Should you wear one? The poppy commemorates those who have died in war. The tradition was started by American teacher Moina Bell Michael, who sold silk poppies to friends to raise money for the ex-service community. In 1920 the poppy was proclaimed the national emblem of remembrance in the US, and in the UK, the first poppy day was in 1921. Last year Britons
3. When to start wearing one? It’s a hotly debated question. Many people think poppies should be worn from 1 November until Armistice Day on 11 November. Others pin one on only in the week running up to Remembrance Sunday - 8 November this year. A Royal British Legion spokesman says they can be worn from the launch of the poppy appeal, which this year was 22
he is a great asset to The Canary News. Keep it up! Subdued Holiday maker We’ve published a number of letters and articles about the downturn in tourism on our island, but our comments seem to be falling on deaf ears. Is this just the start of the great exodus of tourists turning away from us because of prices? Thank you for your comment about Tito, a real gem. Ed.
Dear Editor,
I feel I must write to you and tell you about the terrible service and lack of courtesy shown to residents and tourists alike by the workers in the main Post Office in Playa del Inglés. I arrived to pay a bill, quite expecting to take my number and queue as is the norm, and was confronted by a large number of people just waiting for their turn. Most of them looked exasperated and totally fed up. When I looked at the open counter, you could clearly see about five desks with employees sitting the other side either chatting to each other, counting money, fiddling on their computer or just ignoring the growing number of people waiting to be served. Out of the five desks only one person was actually serving the public, and she was unbelievably slow. After nearly an hour of waiting it was finally my turn (all of 10 seconds to action) and again the short tempered assistant just slammed down everything and turned to talk to a colleague. Why do these big companies think they can treat their customers like dirt and get away with it? Without us they wouldn’t have jobs! Molly Green, Playa del Inglés Staff training is virtually non-existent so the companies get away with it because they can. And we the general public have to suffer unless it changes. Ed.
October. Organisations like the BBC usually choose a day for presenters to start wearing one. This year it was from 6am on 24 October. 4. Where to pin your poppy - left or right? Some people say left, as it’s worn over the heart. It is also where military medals are worn. Others say only the Queen and Royal Family are allowed to wear a poppy on the right, which isn’t true. Then there is the school of thought that says men should wear theirs on the left and women on the right, as is the traditional custom with a badge or brooch. The Royal British Legion spokesman says there is no right or wrong side “other than to wear it with pride”. 5. What size should it be? The traditional poppy is roughly 7cm from red tip to the bottom of its green stalk and 4cm wide. But other sizes are worn. The Queen Mother had an extra large poppy - even two sometimes - specially made for her each year. And Baroness Sayeeda Warsi sported a super-size poppy for last Thursday’s controversial Question Time. Why someone wears a larger poppy is open to debate. An attempt to stand out from the crowd, maybe a nonconformist gesture? Whatever the reason, that splash of red certainly gets noticed.
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Spanish Lessons
En el restaurante
Lesson 6 Bienvenidos
(welcome all) to Edition ten’s Spanish class. First, the answers to Edition nine’s homework, demonstrating that there´s no question form in Spanish: DO YOU DRINK MUCH WINE? ¿Bebes mucho vino? (literally: ‘you drink much wine?’) DO YOU OPEN ON SATURDAY? ¿Abres el sábado? YOU SPEAK ENGLISH VERY WELL Hablas el inglés muy bien. WHERE IS THE BATHROOM? ¿Dónde está el baño? DO YOU HAVE AN ASHTRAY PLEASE? ¿Tienes un cenicero [cen-ee-say-roh] por favor?
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The verb tomar (to take) is also used for drinks. So when the camarero or camarera (waiter or waitress) asks: ‘¿Qué vas a tomar?’ they want to know what you´re going to have: un refresco (fizzy drink), un zumo (juice), agua con/sin gas (water with/without gas), una cerveza [sair-bess-a], or un vino tinto, blanco o rosado (red, white or rosé wine), which is often cheaper de la casa (‘of the house’). Once you have la carta (the menu), practice ordering with the words ‘de primero…’ (as a first course), ‘de segundo…’ (second course) and ‘de postre’ [poss-tray] for your dessert. We´ve learnt that quiero [kee-air-o] means ‘I want,’ which you can combine with the above to place your order. For example, ‘de primero, quiero la sopa de cebolla’ (the onion soup), ‘de segundo, el pollo/pescado/cordero...’ (chicken/fish/lamb) con papas fritas/ ensalada/verduras (chips/salad/veg). If you hear ‘¿Cómo lo quieres?’ (how do you want it?) you could choose from a la parilla (grilled), frito (fried), asado (roasted) or hervido [air-bee-doh] which means boiled. Las papas arrugadas (small wrinkled potatoes) are typical in the Canaries, while you can usually enjoy tapas in three portion sizes: una tapa pequeña (very small), una media ración (half a ration or portion) or una ración, if you want a whole plateful. As bread tends to arrive without butter, you could ask: ‘¿hay mantequilla [man-tay-key-a] por favor?’ The bill, of course, is la cuenta, and you may want to leave una propina (a tip).
Word of The Week
with Theresa Coe
In the previous paragraph I dropped in HAY (pronounced like the English word eye). This means: ‘there is/there are’, and also ‘is there…/are there…?’ So ‘hay muy buena comida aquí’ would mean ‘there is very good food here.’ Don´t forget that whenever a word has ll in, you have to pretend it´s a y and pronounce it accordingly. So pollo is pronounced ‘po-yo’ while for cebolla you´d say ‘say-boy-a’.
This Week’s Recommendations:
The Website: www.studyspanish.com I´d also like to recommend the fantastically helpful and comprehensive American website which offers simple explanations of key grammar and all verb tenses, accompanied by online quizzes and tests to see what you´ve understood. Their free translator (English to Spanish and vice versa) is also impresionante y muy preciso (impressive and very accurate) for both words and longer phrases.
The Top Tip:
If you´re frustrated that you´ve no-one to practise Spanish conversation with, why not take the initiative and put a notice up in local libraries and internet cafes or The Canary News´ classified ads section, asking for an intercambio gratis inglés-español, i.e. a free language exchange of English and Spanish?
If you have any questions or comments relating to this column or the Spanish language in general: Please email theresacoe@gmail.com
Re-Opening of The Restaurant & Bar Blue Star Apartments THE RESTAURANT and bar in the Blue Star apartments in Puerto Rico have recently re-opened after being closed for 6 years. The man behind the re-opening is Mo, a popular character in the Puerto Rico bar and restaurant scene for many years. The Canary News went along to see the restaurant and sample the food and find out about Mo’s plans to put it back on the map. The restaurant has a fantastic terrace with great sea views which makes it an ideal location to enjoy a quiet meal and a lovely alternative to some of the busier centres. On the night we vis-
ited, the restaurant was decorated for Hallowe’en with pumpkin lanterns and other Hallowe’en decorations. The menu consists of a good selection of dishes which were also very reasonably priced. A two course set menu is also available. The staff were extremely courteous and attentive, and we enjoyed a nice evening on the wonderful terrace. Mo also runs the pool bar at the Blue Star hotel which is gaining a real reputation for their fantastic breakfasts. Both locations have been refurbished and are open to the public. In addition to the bar and restaurant side, friends of Mo, Allison & Dave have plans for a monthly club night on the premises; the first was held on Friday the 30th October. The club night will feature 90’s music and the couple see it as an alternative to
Bluestar staff and owner Mo
visiting the main commercial centre but where you can still enjoy some dancing and a good night out with “old skool” music. The Blue Star apartments are now officially classed as two star apartments after some renovation work. They are in a lovely location with a fabulous view. There is also a new website, www.bluestar.es where it is possible to make bookings at great rates. By Nina Blaafjell
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Family Life
Little Boys, Little Boys… …all around me are little boys. Ok, well the song is actually from the movie and theatre show Annie© and it was actually a reference to the little girls in the orphanage, sung scornfully by the character Miss Hannigan, however in my world it is little boys. So many people have asked me when I will be trying for that little girl…having a house full of men, surely I need to rebalance things a little bit and produce a little sister.
Well, no actually. If the risk of producing twin boys again was not warning enough, it may be something that my husband and I would have considered, however picking and choosing my baby’s sex like I’m picking which Baked Beans to buy is fortunately not yet at my disposal. There is even research to suggest that having a sister for your little boy helps them grow up and respect young females and women as they grow older – however there is also research that suggests that sword swallowing is dangerous so I don’t pay much attention to that. However it does make me consider just how different are little boys and little girls when growing up; and consequently how differently should we treat them? Are little boys really made of snips and snails, and little girls are made of sugar and spice? From conversations with the other parents there is no doubt that boys and girls react to their development differently, and their interaction with family members at different levels. After all it doesn’t take research to tell us that the majority of girls appear to learn certain skills in advance to boys; like potty training or saying their first words. Therefore this suggests that boys’ brains do
work differently from girls and perhaps each sex needs attention in different areas. As boys start to grow, the influence of another positive adult role model is very important to them; be it a teacher or a favourite uncle. This can help develop your son into the healthy and respectful young man you want him to be. This is not because Dad is not important, but exactly because he is. One of our fears as parents is that our child will grow up to become involved in ‘dubious’ behaviours such as bullying or worse, and having other positive male role models involved in their lives can help reinforce the way they want to see themselves in society. A good role model is someone who is interested in giving things back to children; children aren’t really interested in an adult who only thinks of themselves. However someone who makes time for them and talks to them will encourage young boys to feel confident about their abilities and their contribution to life. In schools, more boys than girls will have problems with communication and language skills on average, however now that we are aware of this there is no need to just accept it. Whether this is because girls ‘chat’ more as babies no one really knows, yet I can remember that while my friend’s year old little girl was shouting words at the television and asking for juice, my first born boy had barely even said the word ‘Papi’! Chat to your little boys as much as you can, as conversation is learning and each simple sentence you repeat is being remembered and stored away for another day. Vicki Rafferty runs the Royal Academy of Languages School in El Tablero and she has herself has noticed many differences between the development of little boys and girls throughout her school day. “In my experience younger boys need a lot more active praise and stimulation,” she informs me. “They require more physical activities to assist with learning, whereas girls prefer more emotional praise.” “Girls also show a higher level of concentration in tasks than boys and as boys show in general a delay in their responses this is where physical tasks help; in reasserting the lesson they are being taught.” I would agree with this completely. The more physical interaction and assistance I offer my boys in the house, the more they appreciate it and the more likely they are to complete the task. If I leave them to their own devices, I am far more likely to end with paint all over my sofa and devilish activities! Knowing what I know now, perhaps having three girls who will sit and paint quietly would have been the preferred option – but hey, I wouldn’t change my robot making, noise breaking little boys for all the money in the world. Further reading: Raising Boys by Steve Biddulph
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aged 4 · winner of The Canary News Halloween competition Thanks to all our entrants!
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Business Advice
Are Your Sales People Performing in a Recession? SMART BUSINESSES know that they are only as good as the people they employ. This is never more important than in a sales environment. The problem is, sales positions tend to be commission only and as a result, staff tend to be more transient. Why are they transient? Because they are usually not trained in sales and they cannot earn enough money to survive. As a business owner you get locked into a vicious cycle of on-going recruitment and dips in sales performance. As a sales person, you end up with a CV that would make Leo Tolstoy proud. As a business owner, how many times have you employed someone who has been in sales since 1900 and frozen to death? Only to find out that their experience has been in retail where they were totally dependent on customers coming to them. They have never been trained in their life and have never worked in difficult areas during difficult times. Let’s face it - anyone can be successful when the market place is buoyant and business is flying through the window, all they have to do is turn up every day - quite frankly a trained monkey could
do it. The problems start when the going gets tough. Wouldn’t it be great if, as a business owner, you could take on trained sales people who could ‘hit the ground running’? Or wouldn’t it be great if you could attend an interview armed with the proof that you can sell anything to anybody? If your sales people were told by a client “I’ll think about it” or “I’ll have to speak to my partner” would they know how to respond? If you are honest, they would probably say something like “OK, I’ll give you a call next week.” The problem is, they leave never knowing what the client wants to think about or before they speak to their partner, what the client actually thinks of their idea. As a business person, you can have the best products in the world but if your sales people don’t know how to sell them, or they can only sell them if they heavily discount, then you have a major problem. Your sales staff need to be the best that they can be and they certainly need to be better than your competitors. Remember, you don’t need to be 100% better than your competition; just 1% better in key areas and sales is a key area
in any business. We all know that the economy is not as buoyant as we would like, however, it’s here and we have to deal with it. Having said that, what always follows a recession? Yep … that’s right … an economic upturn, the problem is …will you and your business be ready for it? You could be. If you are looking for a sales position or have under performing sales people, you need to book yourself and them into a sales workshop. Not any old workshop, oh no - you want to sign on for a new, edgy, fun and more importantly, one that WORKS. The workshop is packed with fresh approaches, ingenious solutions and inventive strategies that you can apply to your specific sales challenges with incredible results. To get in on the sales event of the year in your area, you’ve got to make the first move. Why let your competitors have all the fun? Enrol today — and get ready to blow them away! Contact 121 business coach and secure your place NOW or Email: info@121businesscoach.com Tel; (+34) 965 744 015
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Scandinavian Scene
Espen Rekdal – The Norwegian World Champion Visits El Hierro THE SECOND week in October saw the underwater photography competition in El Hierro, and this year was the 13th Open Fotosub. El Hierro is famous for great diving and annually hosts some of the biggest names in underwater photography.
This year was no exception and one of the participants was Norwegian Espen Rekdal. Espen studied Marine biology after always having an interest in marine life from an early age. As part of his studies he became interested in underwater photography. He took some good photographs which were entered into a competition and was pleased that he did so well. Following on from this he decided to submit articles for local dive magazines and his career grew from strength to strength, winning major competitions worldwide. He is the current world champion in underwaEspen Rekdal ter photography having won the 12th Underwater World Championship in Jeju Island, Korea earlier this year. The world championship is organised by the diving organisation CMAS and held bi-annually in different locations around the world. Espen is no stranger to the Canary Islands having previously taken part in the Mogán fotosub competition here in Gran Canaria as well as writing features on the diving here for Scandinavian diving magazines. Espen says the diving in El Hierro was very good and the volcanic underwater landscape makes great backgrounds for photos. He was also impressed with the variety and quantity of marine life. The competition
was very well organized and with different locations used for the three different stages of the competition. Espen is currently focusing on documentary films but is keen to participate in future fotosub competitions In El Hierro this year the competition consisted of three separate stages ending with a ranking of the photographers. The first stage was held in the north of the island close to the harbour and the second and third stages in the south of the island at La Rastinga. Espen, and his wife and model Shanay, did very well in the first stage with two images being placed first. In the second stage their images got a fourth place meaning they still had the overall lead. The third stage proved more difficult and they eventually came third overall in the competition. The winner this year was local photographer Juan Ramon Marcelino and his model Maria Jose Rodriguez. In second place was the present Spanish champion Esteban Tore and his model Eva Villagrasa.
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Lopesan Re-Invents Tourism GRAN CANARIA has always been known around the world as one of the most important tourist destinations in Europe, and for decades thousands, even millions have flocked to our meridian island to enjoy the privileged weather we have throughout the year. With this constant stream of tourists, apartment complexes, bungalows and hotels have sprung up all over our southern coast, enabling our visitors to have a large choice of accommodation. But with the passing of time many of these buildings have become tiredlooking, obsolete and with a neglected air about them. Many Canarian owners have not invested in renovating their facilities, and continue providing our tourists with poor quality accommodation without adjusting the price accordingly.
Lopesan Hotels and Resorts have for years surprised us all with the development and renovation of their hotels; first we were astonished with the size of Gran Hotel Costa Meloneras, then came the charm of the Canarian village lookalike of Villa del Conde and now they present the first ever themed resort on Gran Canaria. The Lopesan Baobab Resort is a five star complex which covers a total area of 72,000 square metres. Located in the Meloneras area, all of its six buildings with a total of 677 rooms, have a privileged view of the natural park of the Maspalomas Dunes. The complex is equipped with all the latest mod cons including an interactive system, which is controlled through the rooms via the TV Screen. Guests are able to order room service, express check out or even check the water temperature of any of its nine swimming pools. The theme of the complex is African; very obvious from the moment we enter
the main lobby, which includes a very impressive wooden bridge built over a number of waterfalls, water lagoons and ample vegetation. Lopesan Hotels and Resorts have decided to name this resort after the very typical African tree “Baobab”, its name is perfectly visible in the decoration and materials used for the building of the hotel. A local Canarian artist Felix Juan Bordes, who spent a seven year period in Africa looking for inspiration, was commissioned to provide each room with a personal touch; creating colourful murals all inspired by his modernistic approach to art. These exclusive images are then featured throughout the hotel corridors ensuring a colourful and co-ordinated theme. The resort also offers its guest an extensive range of gastronomic food. There are two a la carte restaurants; the “Pili Pili” which includes barbecued meats, fish and seafood cooked in front of its customers and “Akara” which offers African specialities and exotic meats with a very creative touch. Also to be found are two buffet-style restaurants which serve both international and local dishes, ensuring the satisfaction of the most demanding palate. Almost every pool has its own bar where customer can enjoy a coffee or an exotic cocktail from their extensive selection, as well as a large variety of snacks. Guests are able to enjoy the comfort of their lobby bar as well as the ample African “Choza” and discotheque. All of this is further complemented by an extensive wine selection which has been carefully chosen from all over the world. The hotel includes fantastic conference and banqueting facilities, offering a large range of Conference Rooms which can accommodate any number of people, including an impressive ballroom located 30 metres above the hotel entrance which seats up to 1000 guests at any one time. Lopesan have once more outdone themselves; high tech facilities, top quality construction materials, luxurious surroundings to pamper even their most discerning clientele, no expense has been spared. A total of just over 100 million euros has been invested. It’s good to see that some Canarian businessmen are clever enough to invest in top quality facilities for our visitors, which guarantees the satisfaction of these guests who will surely return many more times to our lovely island. By Tito Cabral
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Masdanza Shakes Maspalomas AS DESCRIBED by Maria del Pino Torres, Mayoress of the Ayuntamiento de San Bartolome de Tirajana, ”Masdanza is a festival open to all nations. The aim is to achieve two objectives; it brings culture, which benefits the population of San Bartolomé and the tourists who visit us, and secondly it gives the public the possibility to participate”. The event took place between17th and 24th October and was the fourteenth to be organised by the Ayuntamiento of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. The International Canarian Contemporary Dance Festival is eagerly awaited because of the high quality of participants it manages to attract. There were several categories each taking place at the same time and participants came from all over the world to show off their expertise to the delight of the crowd.. As expected the competition was fierce and the judges had quite a task in deciding who the winners finally were: Group Choreography: 1st Prize : Three Points, from China. 2nd Prize : The Dramatic, from Japan. 3rd Prize : Waiting for Myself, from Hungary.
Solo Dancers: 1st Prize : Il Gioco del Gregge di Capre, from Italy. 2nd Prize : Square Root, from France. 3rd Prize : Llamalo Como Quieres, from Spain. V Nacional Break Dance Competition: 1st Prize: Xak (Juan de la Torre Sanchez) & Elihu (Daniel Elihu Vazquez Espinosa) 2nd Prize: Somalias (Jose Donato Gomez Carrillo) & Kri$ (Christian Naranjo Castillo) Also taking place were a number of activities where the general public had the chance to participate including an interactive show aptly named “Dancing in Open Spaces” or more simply, a dancing marathon which lasted 10 hours and gave the public a chance to move with the rhythm of almost every single style there is. Again the event has out done itself and has truly captivated and seduced both participants and viewers alike. By Tito Cabral
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Your Questions Answered
‘The Canarian Lawyer’ Internet Warning
I have joined a pornography website which I now realize features minors. Is this a crime? It may be. The Penal Code says that persons having, for their own, pornographic material in which minors appear or invalids will be punished with a sentence of three months to one year in prison or six months to two years or a fine.
Deductions in The Tax Declaration of a House Purchase
We want to buy a flat, but banks won’t give us the loan. Our respective parents have agreed to provide the money. Can we deduct this in the tax declaration - the money we are returning to our parents or must we have formalised a Deed of Mortgage? The existence of a mortgage is unnecessary. You can deduct it if you can demonstrate, by any means, that you have
made the purchase of the flat, that the money to buy it was a loan and that you return it periodically as an outgoing expense.
Unemployed and Cannot Pay the Mortgage
I am unemployed without benefits and I cannot pay the mortgage which is being paid by my wife. We have almost no money to pay other expenses. What can we do? You can join the moratorium offered by the Government for the past two years for unemployed people facing payment of a mortgage. In your case the moratorium would pay half of the mortgage. Not all banks do this however. Check the web page of the Official Credit Institute where there is a list of banks.
Advertising Offers
I sent for an offer that was in an ad-
vertisement and they told me that already all units were sold and the offer was only until the end of stocks. I found this to be a deception and asked for a claim sheet, but I would like to know if this is legal. Yes. The offer should be made with the expression “while stocks last” in order for the consumer to know the time limit. When you search for an offer and you are told that the existence of the offer has been exhausted, you cannot claim for anything.
Retrieve Points Without Taking Courses
Is it sensible to take the Course of Awareness to retrieve points off my driving licence or is it better to wait and get the points automatically after two years? There are people who prefer to take courses of awareness to recover lost points rather than lose them all and then be without a driving licence for six months. Later they would have to take the Course of Final Recovery consisting of a more expensive course and a knowledge test that is much harder.
Web and Computer problems? look or feel of the new browser, how much faster it is, or how many more options or add-ons are available that they like. For users who are designing websites having more than one browser is a must since often browsers may display how your page is laid out differently. Is it safe to Run Multiple Browsers simultaneously? Yes, because they all act independently you can run different browsers at the same time.
Q: Can I Install More Than One
Internet browser?
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Yes, in fact it’s something to be recommended. Many Microsoft Windows users are under the impression that they’re stuck with Microsoft Internet Explorer as their only browser. However, a browser is simply a software program, and like other software programs you can have as many on your computer as you’d like with no conflictions since they all act independently. Below is a listing of the top alternative browsers you may want to consider trying. Alternative Browsers, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera, Safari, Internet Explorer. Why Should I run an Alternative Browser? Often because an alternative browser may have something that is not available with the browser you’re currently using. Many times we hear from users who try another browser how much they like the
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Q: How Do I Create Desktop
Shortcuts to Favourite Web Pages?
A: You can easily create Windows desktop shortcuts to your favourite web pages by following the steps below: Open the web page you wish to create a shortcut for. Minimise your web browser. Once in a window mode click the icon to the left of the Internet address in the address bar and drag it to your desktop and let go - this will create a shortcut. Q: How Can I Test my Computer Motherboard and CPU for Failures?
A: Users may need to test their computer’s motherboard and/or CPU because they’re encountering issues with their computer that could be attributed to bad or failing motherboard and/or CPU.
Auction of a Property Owned by Three Brothers
I have been told that if my brothers and I cannot reach an agreement about selling the family house together, we will have to go judicial auction. Can any one of the brothers bid to keep the house in this auction? Yes. If the three brothers do not agree about who will own the house outright and pay the corresponding amount due to the other two, then you will have to go to judicial auction where any of the three owners may bid in the auction with other bidders. However, it is better to make the sale directly to the relevant brother rather than going to auction.
Reject the Paternity Test
A lady is threatening to make me take paternity test, to prove that I am the father of her child. Can they declare me father if I reject this test? No. The unjustified refusal to undergo the biological paternity test is not basis, alone, to declare the paternity of the child, but it can serve to determine it, if it connects with other evidence eg. the existence of an ongoing relationship or co-habitation with the mother.
info@thecanarynews.com A bad computer motherboard and/or CPU can cause an assortment of different issues on your computer. Below are just a few of the possible issues you may encounter. It is important to remember that the issues below can also be caused by more than just a bad motherboard and CPU. - Computer does not boot, instead you get a beep code. - Random computer crashes causing General Protection Fault error messages, Illegal Operations, Fatal Exceptions, etc. - Computer randomly reboots. There are several different ways to test your computer’s motherboard and CPU to determine if it’s bad or has flaws that are causing issues with your computer. Below is a list of these recommendations.
Software/Hardware Solutions
With the complexity and wide variety of computer motherboards and CPU’s, these programs may not detect every possible failure. Hot CPU Tester: Our software recommendation for testing a computers motherboard and CPU. This is a great tool. Easy to run and use for looking for failures with your computer. In addition to testing a computer, this program also includes a burn-in feature for new computers or computers with a new motherboard and/or CPU. In addition to the above solutions, there are other fantastic 100% commercial products. Below is a listing of some of these products.
PC-doctor: A fantastic but not cheap
solution often used for service centres and technicians to diagnose computer hardware issues including motherboard issues. PCDiagnostics: Another company that offers both hardware and software solutions for testing the majority of the hardware in your computer including the motherboard. Ultra-X: Another great collection of products that can help test computer hardware including the motherboard.
Replace the motherboard / CPU
If you have found the motherboard or CPU to be bad and/or still believe it’s bad after trying the above suggestions, we suggest replacing it.
Q: What is My IP Address? A: When viewing your IP (Internet Pro-
vider) address remember the following. If you’re on a home network or behind a router your local IP address will be different to the one shown online. If you’re connecting to the Internet with a Modem (dial-up), your IP address will almost always be different each time you connect to the Internet. Although many broadband Internet service providers give a static IP address to their users, the IP address can still change.
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The Town of Agüimes
THE TOWN of Agüimes is separated from Ingenio by the ravine of Barranco de Guayadeque. This small, but most appealing town has a picturesque, well-preserved old centre with medieval narrow streets and pretty, ochre- or terracotta-coloured houses, dominated by the two tall towers of the Parroquía de San Sebastián located in the Plaza del Rosario. The three-nave basilica, which was declared a Historic Cultural Monument, is one of the best examples of the Canary Islands’ neoclassical architecture. Featuring a vast dome with an oriental touch, it houses some statues of saints, works from José Luján Pérez. On the road to Agüimes, if you glance to the right and left, you will see beautiful bronze statues of children playing all sorts of childish games. Then once inside
the town, again it seems that each time you turn a corner you come upon yet another bronze statue; a camel, a donkey, musicians and so on. One in particular which takes pride of place in the square in front of the church is one of Mariquita Dolores Sanchez Hernandez handing out sweets to the children of Agüimes. These works of art are known as the ‘Open Air Museum’. In September, the Festival del Sur hits town. Subtitled Encuentro Internacional Tres Continentes, this is an international theatre festival with companies from South America, Africa and Europe performing. This cultural event has established itself as a highlight of the year for locals as well as visitors. This area in the east of Gran Canaria is beginning to open up, with an ecotourism and rural tourism slant. There are numerous Guanche caves in this area, many of which have painted walls and are of great historic interest. The
The Salina of Arucas Where the Sea Leaves its Salt
A COUPLE of centuries ago the extraction of salt was a massive industry in the Canary Islands. This was because salt has always been a fantastic way of conserving food. In Gran Canaria, as on the other islands, the salt was extracted directly from the sea in purpose-built areas by the coast. These areas were called Salinas. Today very few Salinas exist, and even fewer produce salt for human consumption. I was fortunate to visit one of these Salinas which has recently been restored by the Ayuntamiento of Arucas and is unique for several reasons. The Salina of Arucas is the only remaining salt extraction site which is built on solid rock - many years ago there were many similar sites all over the Canary Islands, but today this one is the only one left with these characteristics. It covers an area of no more than 500 metres including the main water tank and the main store room, and stands proud at the edge of the rocky coast.
The site is composed of a main water deposit located very close to the sea; this is used for the extraction of seawater and then with the help of the sun, the water is heated to the required temperature before taking it to the ‘maretas.’ These are small and shallow deposits on the rock surface made of a special mixture of clay (a mixture which is a kind of professional secret rarely shared with others) and small stones. Here the heated water was left to evaporate further, as this process took place a thin layer of crystallised salt was formed on the surface, this had to be broken down occasionally in order to allow the rest of the water to evaporate. Once the water had almost disappeared, the salt was carefully removed without touching the bottom,
Montana de Agüimes area, and Guayadeque Ravine are both now protected natural landscapes, and for walkers and tourists interested in Guanche history and viewing dramatic Canary Island landscapes, this area commands increasing attention! Agüimes, in the Gran Canaria tourist itinerary, has become well known for its Parque de Cocodrilos, - crocodiles, alligators, snakes and scorpions are all here in this animal park. Both Agüimes and Ingenio may not be bustling, but these make excellent bases for walkers looking to explore the Guanche sites on the eastern side of Gran Canaria, and also to push into the interior of Gran Canaria to the Peaks and national park. By Debbie Wenn
which generally was full of sand and soil brought in with the winds. The process was exposed to the climate and if it rained they had to discharge the whole operation. If fresh water filled the deposits it would affect the quality of the salt and would not be fit for consumption. The salt was then placed on a central structure which was called “Amontonadero,” a stone structure used to heap the salt, allowing the remaining water to drain from it. Once completely dry the salt was packed in sacks and stored in a communal storeroom built for this purpose. From there it was taken to the local markets or small village shops to be sold. One thing to note is that the Salinas were and still are owned by different families, if you get a chance to visit one you will notice that the “Maretas” (the deposits where the salt water is evaporated), are all of different sizes. This is due to the fact that these properties can be inherited and when this happens between two or more family members, the property is split in two or more sections. Today the Salina of Arucas is still privately owned, although the Ayuntamiento of Arucas has restored it to its present condition with help and advice from some of the salt experts who have the know-how and experience in this antique industry. These experts helped with advice on maintenance and ensure that the “maretas” are filled with water. This area is accessible to everyone who wishes to visit and is part of a rural walk which follows this part of the coast. It is well worth a trip to see a part of Canarian culture and a traditional way of life which has been alive for many years on this island. By Tito Cabral
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The Cheese Maker
In The Mountains Of San Agustín. GRAN CANARIA can be proud of several of their local products, fish, fruits and vegetables, honeys, wood oven baked breads and cakes and of course its cheeses made from goats and sheep milk. For this last locally produced product I decided to visit a local cheese maker with his own goat herd. To my surprise it was brought to my attention that the south of the island has the biggest cheese and milk producing cattle industry of the whole of Gran Canaria. About a kilometre from San Agustín I found one of these farms belonging to a couple called Jose Miguel Ortega Suarez and Francisca Olga Perez Navarro, or Pepe and Paqui as they like to be called. The farm is called La Gloria and it is situated at the end of a dirt track. You have to go through the parking area of the Gloria Palace Hotel and follow the road under the motorway and up into the mountains. Pepe has approximately 1200 goats, all being of the exclusive Canarian breed; apparently a breed of goat which produces a very large quantity and good quality milk; about 8 litres per animal. Although having said this there are seasons involved in the amount of milk which they produce. From December to June milk production is at it’s highest and it takes Pepe about 10 hours a day to milk the whole herd, even though it is a process which is totally automatic and he can milk up to 22 goats at the same time. From June to October the production is reduced by half owing to the fact that the goats begin their mating season and when they are pregnant they do not produce the same amount of milk. Finally during the month of November the goats give birth and the total amount of milk is used to feed the kids, reducing the production to 0 litres. Once the kids are separated from their mothers, the females are put together in a pen to mature away from the adult males. The young males are either kept as future breeders, replacing any older males, or slaughtered for their meat; a very popular and delicious dish dur-
of around 10º centigrade, and they are left to cure for about 15 days; turning them over each day, this way they ensure that the cheese is cured equally on every side. When the cheese reach a semicured level most are sold directly to the markets and shops, although visitors are also welcome to purchase if they wish. Another variety of cheese which is both very popular and highly demanded is the totally cured version, which has a
Paqui and Pepe
ing the Christmas period. Once the goats have been milked, the automated machine sends the product directly to the production area where Paqui receives it and start processing and forming the cheeses. The milk kept at a temperature between 37º and 40º centigrade is pumped directly into large stainless steel containers where Paqui adds a fermentation product and leaves it for about 10 minutes. An ingredient is added which makes the milk partly solidify until reaching a texture rather like yoghurt which is left to rest for about 30 minutes. Paqui then proceeds to “cut” the whole mixture, basically to stir it all until it looks like cut milk and starts to strain off the water from it called “Suero”. Once most of the liquid has been removed, they proceed to pack the solid mixture into the moulds which gives Canarian cheese its characteristic shape. Here its pressed again to force most of the liquid out and then put into an electronic press to continue removing more liquid. If water is left inside the cheeses they will not cure properly and will go to waste. The cheeses are then removed from the moulds and the top part is covered in salt and left to rest for 8 hours; the salt will finish extracting the water left in them, and finally to complete the procedure the cheese is washed and the process is repeated on the other side. Once finished, all the cheese is placed into a chilling room, with a temperature
stronger and more mature flavour. In order to achieve this, the semi cured cheeses are covered in either paprika or Gofio (a toasted maize flour) and left for another month to fully mature. One of the things which impressed me was the fact that these animals live completely free and can wonder around in a very large area, making this product completely free range and extremely organic. Pepe and Paqui finished showing me their farm by taking me to a display of the many awards that their cheeses have gained, assuring me that the quality of their produce is the best. I can vouch for that, as I had the privilege of tasting their wonderful product. They are extremely welcoming people so be adventurous and pay them a visit, but bear in mind that they are country people and their spoken English is not a particular strength, but as I always say “If you want to communicate you will always manage it regardless of the language barrier”. Tito Cabral Quesos Artesanos La Gloria, Calle La Gloria 30, San Agustín, San Bartolome de Tirajana. Tlf – 928 172 074 or 618 936 261.
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A Drag Queen at the Correos LIKE SO many ex-pats living in the Canary Islands and Spain, I love receiving post from the UK. Be it a letter or postcard from friends or family, or maybe the occasional magazine from the National Trust or the Vegetarian Society; it is good to know that we have not been forgotten. Although there is no shortage of quality shopping opportunities in the Canary Islands, I am a strong supporter of the delights of Amazon and the QVC Shopping Channel and I am often tempted to order the occasional book, DVD or latest gadget on-line from the UK. The world’s market place really opened up when I discovered the wonders of Ebay some years ago. Now, I can find almost anything on the pages of this wonderful creation. Items ranging from long obsolete batteries for my minidisc (yes, I adore iPods but somehow they never seem to meet the genius of minidisc), replacement parts for an ancient, but much loved Russell Hobbs coffee percolator to very cheap yet effective mosquito netting all find themselves winging their way to one of these tiny islands in the Atlantic. I have to say that, in the main, the Correos postal service has been very good and I am pleased to report that
everything that I have ordered has safely arrived either at our home in the Costa Blanca or the Canary Islands - eventually. However, there was very nearly one rather nasty exception. Several weeks ago I ordered a rather splendid electronic item from Amazon in the UK - I won’t bore you with all the details now, but enough to say that it was sufficiently exciting to have me waiting expectantly for the postman each day for nearly five weeks! Amazon told me confidently that delivery would take somewhere between three and seven days. Yes, that did seem a little optimistic, but we did often receive post from Plymouth that had taken only three days to get from Plymouth to Gran Canaria. Anyway, this item was travelling by courtesy of Deutsche Post and if I know anything about our German friends, it is that an efficient postal service is one of the major assets of their country. I waited with hope and expectation... Three weeks later the parcel had still not arrived and by the end of the fourth week I was becoming anxious and contacted Amazon. Their advice was to give it “another week” and so, once again, the anguish of waiting for the postman each morning was to be repeated.
Just as we were entering the fifth week and I had all but given up any hope of receiving it, there was a buzz on the door bell and a new, very cheery, postman was holding out a box for me! Yes, it was the long expected parcel from Amazon. “Are you new to the job?” I asked the young postman, accusingly. Yes, it turned out that our new postman had just been appointed. I asked what had happened to our previous postman - a very nice man who was also a part-time drag queen by night. Maybe he had deserted his postal deliveries permanently in favour of the bright lights and a wardrobe of new frocks, wigs and feather boas? The young postman shook his head. No, it turned out that some three weeks earlier our normally reliable postman, and part time drag queen, had chopped off his middle finger during a rather nasty incident with a set of ancient curling tongs, a jar of cocktail cherries and a machete - no, please don’t ask me for the gory details! As a result he could no longer continue with his postal round and it had subsequently taken Correos three weeks to appoint his replacement. Ah, so that was the reason why my parcel from Amazon was delayed. How very inconsiderate! © Barrie Mahoney
Bahia Feliz, at only 5 minutes from Playa del Inglés! For info and tickets ask your rep, reception or call us directly: 928 15 70 60
‘Saffron’ And Lee Latchford Evans HIS VISIT drawing to a close in Gran Canaria, Lee from former group Steps, decided to take a trip to Mogán and see how the work was progressing on the exciting new restaurant Saffron. We shall be launching our Good Food & Drink Guide with the owner of Saffron, Mohsen, when the premises are open for business.
and FamouslyFit are working together to encourage tourists to try different eating places who offer more of a health conscious choice of food and drink. This doesn’t mean ‘diet type’ food he explained, just a nice selection of fresh vegetables and fruity drinks are offered as part of the meal. Discussing the menus with Mohsen and what Saffron would be offering, Lee was thoroughly disappointed that he would miss out on the big launch night owing to previous commitments, but promised faithfully that he would be back soon to try out his delicious-sounding dishes.
Lee chatted happily with Mohsen who explained that his restaurant would be serving up good quality food with a difference. However, all ingredients would be fresh and tempting to the palate, exactly in keeping with our ‘guidelines’ promoting the idea. Mohsen showed Lee around and explained the theme, carefully chosen colour scheme, fabulous open kitchen and a new concept of cooking not seen in Mogán before. I am purposely being vague about the delights which await future clients of Saf-
fron, as I do not want to give too much away before the big launch. Lee outlined the ideas behind launching the Good Food & Drink Guide by explaining that The Canary News
And so we said farewell to Lee Latchford Evans, with the hope that his first visit to Gran Canaria would only be the beginning of many. By Debbie Wenn
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Canarian Cookery
“Potaje de Berros”
Method:
1. Make syrup by diluting the sugar in hot water and then add the peeled and ground almonds, the cinnamon and the grated green lemon rind. 2. Cook it over low heat, stirring all the time, until it gets really thick and leave it to cool down. 3. Once it has cooled add the whisked yolks and put it back on to heat, stirring it all the time, until it boils. 4. Put two scoops of ice cream in a dish, any flavour you like, and spread the bienmesabe once it has cooled down completely. This Bienmesabe can go also complement crème caramel and other desserts.
( Watercress Soup)
Ingredients:
1/2 kg. of watercress 1/2 kg. of potatoes 1/4 kg. pork ribs 1/4 kg. of white beans 150 gr. of yam 2 tender corns 1 tomato, 1 onion, 1 green pepper, 3 garlic cloves 1/2 small cup of olive, saffron, salt and water.
Method:
1. Leave the white beans to soak overnight to tenderise them. 2. Place the ribs, the white beans, the corns and the yam in a pot. Add three litres of water and put it on the heat. 3. When it is half cooked, add the watercress, the potatoes, the onion, the tomato and the pepper, all previously chopped up, along with the salt, the saffron, the ground garlic and the oil. 4. Cook at medium heat until it is totally cooked.
“Carne de Cabra Compuesta” (Goat Casserole)
Ingredients:
1 kg. goat meat 1 onion, 1 small cup of oil 1 red pepper 1 small cup of red wine 1 red hot pepper paprika, thyme, clove, cumin, water and salt.
Method:
1. Dice the meat and season it. 2. Fry the onion lightly in oil and add the meat until it gets golden brown. 3. Then add the pepper, the paprika and the hot pepper, the thyme, the clove, the cumin and the wine and leave it on to heat over 15 minutes. 4. Finally add water until you cover the meat dices and leave it cooking during approximately an hour and a half. 5. It can be complemented with papas arrugadas. (canarian potatoes)
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“Helado con Biénmesabe” (Ice Cream with Biénmesabe)
Ingredients:
1/2 kg. of almonds 3/4 kg. of sugar 3 yolks 1/2 litre of water Ground cinnamon and grated green lemon rind.
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Las Palmas
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La Naval - Fiesta in Las Palmas AS FAR as local fiestas are concerned we have witnessed that they are all have religious origins and that in most cases they take place in rural settlements, with special attention to their local customs and culture. Between October 7-18 the neighbourhood of La Naval in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria celebrated their local fiestas in honour of the Virgin of El Pilar. As this is an important area of the capital city of Gran Canaria we
decided to check it out to uncover the differences between city fiestas and the more rural celebrations. After taking a good look at the programme we immediately started to identify several significant differences, to begin with the budget of these fiestas was higher than that of the usual village fiesta, not because of the quality of the entertainment but because of the quantity offered to the locals of the Naval district. Every day different activities were offered to audiences of all ages, from theatrical shows, to small concerts, activities and games for the children. Another difference was that the people of La Naval have changed the offerings to the Virgin, usually produce, mainly fruit, vegetables, breads and cheeses, replacing these with a floral offering. Something else that caught our attention were the numerous activities organised for the elderly, including several dances, popular games and obviously the religious traditions which always accompany these fiestas. One thing that really did attract us to this celebration, was the annual reproduction of the Battle of La Naval, recreated in the old castle. This is the re-enactment of a battle which took place between Belgium and Spain over 500 years ago for the sovereignty of the Island.
Do you have a question on your UK Pension, Benefit or Healthcare entitlements? If so, you may be interested in attending the British Consulate Open Day event in Gran Canaria The British Consulate in Las Palmas and the Pension, Benefit and Healthcare Team are holding an open event for British residents in Gran Canaria on Tuesday 17th November 2009 at 16:00 hrs, presenting advice on some of the issues that matter most to residents. The Pension, Benefit and Healthcare Team will provide essential information on British residents’ entitlements in Spain and the services that their team can offer. The British Vice-Consul, Esther Martin, will open the session and explain the role of the Consulate. Event details: PLACE:
Patronato de Turismo C.C. Yumbo Playa del Inglés Gran Canaria
DATE: TIME:
Tuesday 17thNovember 2009 16.00 hrs (please arrive promptly and allow plenty of time for parking)
To book a place, please visit www.ukinspain.fco.gov.uk and click on “Pensions, benefits & healthcare” in the ‘Quick links’ box and then “Open Days”. If you experience any problems booking or do not have Internet access,call 952 352 300 extension 1 and then 6.
Unfortunately this year it was cancelled at the last minute, rumoured to be due to tighter budgets. Instead there was a small concert performed by a local artist called Pepe Benavente, who is not only very popular but knows how to make his audience have a good time. I suppose this proves that the financial crisis has spread - even to the local fiestas of this neighbourhood in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria! By Tito Cabral
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More Than Just A Gem SALLY GELTNER, originally from Yorkshire, arrived in Gran Canaria 7 years ago. Her desire to live here had been fuelled by her previous very enjoyable holidays on the island and so she made the decision to transfer her home and belongings over and is very happy to have done so.
of her paintings and hand made jewellery. The success of this particular show was overwhelming with many orders being taken for custom made pieces of jewellery and artwork. Sally was delighted that she was able to move from fabric and textiles into another exciting area and her contemporary abstract painting is a joy to behold. Use of imagination and colour is evident everywhere and discerning clients welcome her talents with open arms. Her work is soothing and calming, or can be energetic and exciting. As the exhibition was such a resounding success, Sally has decided to hold a further one this year at ‘Wine & Marmalade’, Arguineguín. This will take place on 20th November and starts at 8pm. So all you art lovers out there come along and see for yourself the very special talents of this quiet young lady. For further information on this upcoming event please visit her website, http://sallygeltner.carbonmade.com
Sally is working as a Commis Chef in Fusion Restaurant & Lounge Bar in Arguineguin and has made many friends whilst carrying out her duties, both with the rest of the staff and customers. On meeting Sally, she gives the impression of a modest and shy young lady, but it soon becomes apparent that her quiet disposition conceals an individual who possess a considerable artistic talent. Sally has always had an ambition to design and paint, so in 1989, at the tender age of 18, she embarked on a two year course in Surface Pattern Design which resulted in her obtaining a BTEC National Diploma (with distinction), at Jacob Kramer College of Art in Leeds.
Following on in September 1991, Sally was accepted by the well known Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London and once again achieved a BA (Hon) in Textile Design, of which she is justly proud. Sally has enjoyed considerable success in the commercial world, including the sale of print designs to the USA and Hawaii. A number of her creations were shown on the Catwalk during the Alternative Arts Fashion week in London and she has also sold pieces at the Indigo Exhibition in Paris and her textile designs were featured at the Chiltern Street Exhibition. Her last exhibition took place in October 2008 in our very own Arguineguin, where Sally staged a showing
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Health and Wellbeing
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PROCESSED FOODS – WHAT IS REALLY IN THAT JAR?
A STROLL down the aisles in your supermarket can be a tempting experience. Rows and rows of delicious looking food all wrapped up in colourful packages, encouraging you to give it a try with catchy names and creative graphics – and of course supported by extensive advertising on the TV and in the press. Good looking, delicious food that’s appealing to the eye, and convenient to boot. Anything that yummy has to be nourishing, right?
smell the fish paste in your instant Thai meal? Flavour - Nothing like having the sweet taste of watermelon all year round
a little sugar to canned bisque or lemon juice to a scone mix. Take a look at the list of ingredients from the strawberry flavouring of a milkshake served at a fast food restaurant: Home Cooking Does Not Mean Good! Amyl acetate, amyl butyrate, amyl What’s In Your Kitchen? valerate, anethol, anisyl formate, benzyl How many processed foods are you us- acetate, benzyl isobutyrate, butyric acid, ing each day? Take another look in your cinnamyl isobutyrate, cinnamylvalerate, food cupboards. Up to 70% of what you cognac essential oil, diacetyl, dipropyl are eating, even if cooked at home, may ketone, ethyl butyrate, ethyl cinnamate, be processed: ethyl heptanoate, ethyl lactate, ethyl - canned and jarred foods – methylphenylglycidate, ethyl Nitrate, Most processed foods are not good for vegetables, fruits, sauces, ethyl propionate, ethyl valerbate, helioyou. There are one or two minor excep- - pickles, with lots of extra sodium and tropin, hydroxphrenyl-2butanone(10% tions, such as fresh frozen vegetables sugar solution to alcohol), a-ionone, isobutyl – not quite as good as the fresh option, - white breads and pastas made with anthranilate, isobutyl butrate, lemon but better than something out of a can! refined white flour, which are not as essential oil, maltol, 4-methylacetopheThe majority of processed foods have healthy those made with whole grains none, methyl anthranilate, methyl benbeen refined, and are made with trans - packaged high-calorie snack foods, zoate, methyl cinnamate, methyl heptine fats, saturated fats, and large amounts of like chips and cheese snacks carbone, methyl naphthyl ketone, mesodium and sugar. These types of foods - high-fat convenience foods, like cans thyl slicylate, mint essential oil, neroli should be avoided, or at least eaten very of ravioli essential oil, nerolin, neryl isobulyrate, sparingly. frozen fish sticks and frozen dinners orris butter, phenethyl alcohol, sore rum Processed foods are any foods that have - packaged cakes and cookies ether, g-undecalctone, vanillin, and solbeen altered from their natural state – for - boxed meal mixes vent convenience, to preserve them longer or - sugary breakfast cereals Looks delicious, doesn’t it? Look up a for “safety” reasons. - processed meats few of these ingredients on the internet - fruit juices with added sugars and and find out what they really are. chemicals Processed Foods Aren’t Just What - packaged and You Pick Up At a Fast Food Resprocessed deli Always The Last To Know taurant meats and Here are just a few reasons you might The first image that comes cheeses want to think twice before throwing a to mind for most peojar of Vienna Sausages in your shopping ple when they hear cart: the term “processed CANCER Some synthetic food” is a wrapped chemicals used in the processed burger and a sleeve foods industry are known to have of fries served over carcinogenic properties. a counter at a fast In fact, a seven-year study conducted food restaurant. But Processed by the University of Hawaii of almost the truth is the majority meats might be 200,000 people found that those who of food you have in your some of the worst cupboards is processed. of these foods. EatTake a look. ing these meats may increase If it is in a box, a bag, a carton, a jar or your risk of colorectal, kidney a can and has a list of ingredients on the and stomach cancer. Processed label, it’s processed. A long list of artifi- meats include hot dogs, bologna, cial ingredients may have been added: sausage, ham and other packaged Colour - It gives your orange soda that lunch meats. neon glow Stabilize - So your gravy isn’t watery If You Can’t Pronounce It, Do Emulsify - Who says oil and water can’t you Want To Eat It? mix? Processed foods are more convenBleach - Let’s disinfect and deodorize ient - that’s what it comes down to. Textures - Nothing’s worse than soggy It’s so much easier to bake a cake cereal... by opening up a box, pouring out a Soften - It’s as if the ice cream was dry mix, adding an egg and some churned twice oil than starting from scratch. Preserve - What if you want to eat the cupcake six months from now? The problem is, most processed Sweeten - Sugar is sweet but saccharin foods have a laundry list of ingreand aspartame are sweeter dients similar to that of a can of Hide Odours - Do you really want to paint. It’s not as simple as adding
ate the most processed meats (hot dogs, bologna) had a 67 percent higher risk of pancreatic cancer than those who ate little or no meat products. OBESITY - Heavily processed foods are usually higher in sugar, fat and salt, and lower in nutrients and fibre than the raw foods used to create them, making them the perfect choice if you’re interested in unhealthy weight gain and water retention. According to the World Health Organization, processed foods are to blame for the spike in obesity levels and chronic disease around the world. HEART DISEASE - Many processed foods have trans fatty acids (TFA), the dangerous type of fat you don’t want in your diet. TFA’s give a rise to LDL, the dangerous cholesterol, and squash HDL, the good one. OK, You’re Convinced, But What Are Some Options? I could go on, but hopefully you are already convinced. The only alternative is to eat a natural, wholesome diet with nutrient-dense foods. Without a doubt, this requires a complete change in eating habits and often a re-education of the body – especially the taste buds. But as you move toward food in its natural state (food without added ingredients) you will soon come to appreciate the clean, crisp tastes of nature as she intended them to be. Ann Mather Executive Editor/Nutrition Advisor FamouslyFit.com
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Of Dogs and Frogs I HAVE just been reading some historical ‘wisdoms and witticisms’ of Sir Winston Churchill, brave British bulldog and arguably the twentieth century’s greatest political leader. A renowned orator, remembered as much for his powerful command of words as his successful war time administration. His repertoire ranged from acerbic one-liners Lady Astor: “ Sir, if I were your wife I would give you poison.” Winston: “Madam, if I were your husband, I’d take it” to his famous wartime speeches, which inspired the nation in a time of great adversity. Aspects of Churchill’s character that inspired me personally were his remarkable vision, “stickability” and sound belief in the successful outcome of his strategies, with no compromise of principles … often against all the odds. He had both defenders and detractors, of course, but bulldog -like he was defiant and pugnacious, baring his terrier-like ‘teeth of tenacity’- he led by example. . In a 1941 speech, addressing pupils at Harrow, his Alma Mater, his theme was endurance, never entertaining defeat he promoted only ultimate victory through perseverance. In the much quoted (and as often misquoted) part of this oratory he said: “Never give in; never give in. Never, never, never give in, except to convictions of honour and good sense … never give in.” I got me thinking about how many people are in a place where they are struggling with the “hanging on in there” of life - finding it difficult to maintain a stand of integrity and perseverance or to stick to the game plan. Perhaps they are in a difficult work situation, a relationship, or simply coping with life’s hard knocks. Let this true story of someone who “did a Winston,” and more than survived her personal ‘war’ encourage us all to press on. Some years ago I worked abroad in management, where one team leader was regarded as an autocratic control freak. Members would vote on issues, then feel his wrath if his proposals were opposed. People tended to ‘kow-tow’ to him to avoid a‘World War Three’ situation in the office - many felt sorry for him- ‘a guy with attitude, acting out of past hurts and low self esteem,’ they said.
One day a young team member found herself in a dilemma. A situation arose which tested her ability to stick firmly to her passionately held values and principles. With courage, but humility, she stood against a motion which in order to be carried, required a unanimous vote. Seen as proud and stubborn she was ostracised, verbally abused, and given the ultimatum “capitulate or resign.” She chose to leave the job she loved, taking her still intact principles with her. She spoke of her pain, she had so desperately wanted to stop swimming against the tide, “go with the flow” and belong, she prayed to God that no amount of pressure would cause her to waver and lose her integrity. Like all of us, she longed to be understood and accepted … but not at any price. Deep in her spirit she knew she must persevere, knowing that she would find it hard to live with herself if she compromised those precious principles just to accommodate other people’s power mania. It worked! Four years later she got a surprise call, her old boss called to say “Sorry, you were right.” He did not say what prompted him, (although obviously he had changed his management style), only that while he had been exerting his authority, deep down he had really admired her faith, even envying the unwavering stance she took. Asked if her final vindication tempted gloating; “ Not at all,” she said -”I just feel great sadness for the wasted years of non-relationship … tempered with thankfulness that I did not weaken, though I was sorely tempted on several occasions. It is not so much that I was ecstatic to have been right, more that I was so relieved not to have been wrong - there is a difference.” Maybe, like Winston and my work colleague, in expectation of victorious outcomes we just need to keep doing what we do best , hold on tight, witness the courage of our convictions, and as far as enemy tactics go, never, never, ever give in.
Here’s a funny little “happily ever after” poem which says it all! SINK OR SWIM? Two frogs fell into a can of cream Or so it has been told. The sides of the can were shiny and steep, The cream was deep and cold. “Oh what’s the use,” said number one “It’s plain no helps around. Goodbye my friend, goodbye cruel world” And weeping still he drowned. But number two, of sterner stuff, Frog-paddled in surprise. The while he licked his creamy lips And blinked his creamy eyes. “I’ll swim at least a while” he thought... Or so it has been said. “It really wouldn’t help the world If one more frog were dead.” An hour or more he kicked and swam, His little heart a-flutter... Then hopped out from the island he had made Of fresh churned butter! See you in the water at la playa? I’ll be the one avoiding the can of cream but frantically converting my doggy-paddle to froggy-paddle - just in case!
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THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Politics is the art of preventing people from taking part in affairs which properly concern them.” ARIES Mar 21 - April 20 No matter how strange things get, you know that you can handle them. See if you can just face up to each new challenge as it arises, rather than trying to plot your course before seeing the terrain. Lucky day Monday.
CANCER June 22 - July 23 Today is all about balance -- and you almost certainly begin the day feeling somewhat out of it! You need to try for something a little different in some aspect of your life that doesn’t get enough attention. You know what it is. Watch your bag, briefcase!
LIBRA Sept 24 - Oct 23 Beware of those who think they’re helping you -- they may do more harm than good! That doesn’t mean you should cancel that doctor’s appointment, but make sure to ask lots of questions. Be vigilant with money on Tuesday.
CAPRICORN Dec 23 - Jan 20 Don’t worry too much about tiring yourself out or getting down too far in the coming week - things are going well for you! It’s a good time for you to keep making progress on whatever is most important. Yellow will cheer you on.
TAURUS April 23 - May 21 Your great personal energy manifests itself in a stronger connection to the earth and other people -- especially through physicality! You are a bit more relaxed today, which should suit most others just fine. Lucky colour green.
LEO July 24 - Aug 23 You may be quite enthusiastic about something you just started -- but the problem is that you’re the only one who feels that way! Keep it to yourself until people get curious on their own. They will soon be enthralled! Lucky day Wednesday.
Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22 You’ve been working hard lately and although you like your job, always keep your options open. Changes can be healthy. Don’t be afraid of adventures! Watch your diet, you might find yourself intolerant for some foods this week. Orange is your colour!
AQUARIUS Jan 21 - Feb 19 Now is the time for you to just lie down and relax -- even if you have serious deadlines ahead! You can’t say how long it’s going to take to get your energy back, but you don’t want to restart until you’re fresh. Flowers in your home will cheer!
GEMINI May 22 - June 21 Someone you counted on drops out at the last minute -- or even tries to sabotage your efforts! That is immensely frustrating, of course, but it shouldn’t get any worse than that, so keep pushing. Best travel day Friday.
VIRGO Aug 24 - Sept 23 Don’t be so hard on yourself! If you’re regretting something that happened recently, the best you can do is to pick yourself up and try a different approach. Self-criticism isn’t useful right now. Colour this week - blue.
SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 - Dec 22 Get in touch with the physical side of life - go for walks, cook a nice meal or just sit and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the world around you. Your mental batteries are recharging in this period. Wear something red.
PISCES Feb 20 - Mar 20 You’re part of the team for sure, and that can mean that you’re making progress or helping clean up -- but whatever it is, you’re helping to make the most of everyone’s energy! It all works out well. Keep buzzing along with pink.
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1 Draconian 6 River of Aragn 10 Raise crops 14 “__ and Ivory” (Wonder- McCartney song) 15 A little lamb 16 Buckeye State 17 Thrown for __ 18 Wind instrument? 19 Patricia of “Hud” 20 Paris paper 22 Remote 24 Balance 26 Deceived 27 Least risky 30 Foolish 32 Made tracks 33 Sounds of dispproval 35 Feeling of apprehension 39 Anger 40 Autocrats 42 French assent 43 Film used for recording tapes 45 Greek portico 46 Merit 47 Mother of Perseus 49 Military quarters 51 Run against 54 Treat with tea 56 Vivid 58 Took turns? 62 Cotton fiber 63 “Two Mules for Sister__” 65 Foe 66 Advance furtively 67 Bullet 68 Marilyn, originally 69 Inanimate 70 Shade trees 71 Group of three
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1 Make well 2 Adept 3 Space 4 Nosed around 5 Greek god of sleep 6 Santa helpers 7 Feathery wrap 8 Peel 9 Playwright Eugene 10 Ballerina Dame Margot 11 Leading 12 Cheerful 13 Much, in music 21 Song 23 Miser Marner 25 They’re left behind 27 Wedge-shaped insert 28 Open to breezes 29 Have a hunch 31 “Money __ object”
34 Major in astronomy? 36 Objective 37 Without question 38 Shade 40 Refuse 41 Major no-no 44 Espoused 46 Rigby or Roosevelt 48 Polish-German border river 50 Engrossed 51 Leered at 52 Lions family 53 African knife 55 Projecting rocks 57 Pay a visit 59 Garr of “Tootsie” 60 Oscar-winner Thompson 61 Group of two 64 Daiquiri liquor
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Senna Returns to F1
Bruno Senna
The name Senna is to return to Formula One for the first time in 16 years next season after it was confirmed that Bruno Senna has agreed a contract with new Spanish team, Campos Meta. Senna, nephew of three-times world champion Ayrton, who was killed in an accident in the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, had hoped to be racing in the championship this year but saw a potential seat with Honda disappear after they withdrew from the sport. However, the 26-year-old has now secured his drive for the 2010 season and is thrilled with the opportunity. “I’m absolutely delighted to fulfil a lifetime’s dream,” Senna stated via his Twitter page. “After many weeks of hard work and negotiations, me and my management finally made it. “I’m very happy and I’d like to
share this moment with you. Now F1 scenario after just a few years it’s time to focus and work hard in in motor racing.” Formula One supreparation for next season. “Lots premo Bernie Ecclestone was also of hard work to come and, hope- pleased to be welcoming the Senna fully a great starting point. “Now it name back to the paddock and beis time to set new targets. The proj- lieves it will add value to the sport. ect Campos Meta have developed “It’s obviously good,” he declared is designed to succeed both on and speaking ahead of Sunday’s Abu off track.” Campos CEO Enrique Dhabi Grand Prix. “It’s good for Rodriguez de Caseverybody, good for tro was delighted him and good for the “He’s not Ayrton, but sport. I hope the car to have clinched the services of last is up to him, which is then nobody is, year’s GP2 runneralthough it’s good to important.” ”He’s not up and said: “It is have someone of that Ayrton, but then noa great pleasure to body is, although it’s name and prestige in good to have somewelcome Bruno to F1.” the team.” one of that name and prestige in F1.”
Extraordinary honour
“For us, it is an extraordinary honour to be returning the name Senna to Formula One.” “We have followed him closely since his early days in minor series and testified how quickly he developed his speed and skills at GP2 to become one of the most promising up-and-coming drivers of his generation. It is astonishing how fast he is entering the
It has been slated that Nelson Piquet Jnr could join Senna as a team-mate at the Campos Meta team which would see the names Senna and Piquet back in F1 at the same time just as they were from 1984 to 1991 when the two Brazilians were bitter rivals. “It’d be good wouldn’t it, another good name,” added Ecclestone. “That’s what’s been talked about actually.”
Serena ends Venus Reign in Doha
It was the second time in four days that the Williams sisters had played each other, but the final came up well short of Serena’s three-set win in the Maroon Group on Wednesday. WTA Tour chief executive Stacey Allaster said afterwards that a new scheduling system with fewer mandatory tournaments saw player withdrawals go down by more than one third in 2009.
Venus Williams
Serena Williams beat her sister and defending champion Venus Williams to win the Sony Ericsson Championships. The younger sister won a low-key final 6-2 7-6 (7-4) as both players struggled for fitness in Doha. Venus, 29, had heavy strapping on her left knee, while Serena, 28, had similar taping around her left thigh. But Serena, who will end the year as world number one, took charge of the season finale from the outset and came through in one hour 25 minutes. “It’s nice to finally win a tournament other than a Grand Slam,” said the 11-times major champion who last won a title outside the big four in April 2008. “We definitely weren’t physically 100% out there today but it just shows you how much we try. Even in the second set, how hard we just both fought, especially Venus, she was getting every ball back.” I’ve seen Venus return better, and I served well. I think I really did serve well.” Venus, who came back from a set down to beat Jelena Jankovic in the semi-finals on Saturday, said: “I’ve been playing for a long time. I’m not going to be the one to say, ‘Oh, I played forever yesterday.’ “You have to show up and play no matter what. That really has nothing to do with it.” “I just made a slow start and although I served better in the second set I didn’t serve as well as I wanted to.”
But the showpiece tournament in Doha was beset by injury problems throughout, with world number one Dinara Safina pulling out after just two games of her opening match, and her replacement Vera Zvonareva then withdrawing after her only tie. Victoria Azarenka retired due to cramp in her final group encounter, while Caroline Wozniacki was in tears at one point during her last round-robin match due to cramp and could not complete her semi-final against Serena Williams. So it was appropriate that the two finalists emerged onto court looking like they had come straight from the physio room, each with heavy strapping on their left legs. Serena could still crank up the power, however, and broke serve in game three, while her elder sister was unable to call on her usual athleticism around the baseline. Despite repeatedly wincing in pain, Serena rolled through the first set in half an hour and looked on course for a swift victory. Venus was not about to give up her title lightly and raised her game considerably in a much better second set, but Serena was imperious on serve, dropping just two points as she forced a tie-break. The 2001 champion appeared to be wobbling when she was pegged back from 5-1 up to 5-4, but an ace and a thumping forehand closed out her 13th win in 23 matches against her sister. Victory in Doha completes a superb year for Serena that has included wins at the Australian Open and Wimbledon, and reclaiming the world number one spot. There remains one more obstacle to overcome as the WTA will decide this month what action to take over her outburst during the US Open semi-final against Kim Clijsters, with a Grand Slam ban of some sort a possibility.
Modern Pentathlon: A History Of The Sport MODERN PENTATHLON has its origins in a 19th-century legend. It is said that a young French cavalry officer was sent on horseback to deliver a message. To complete his mission he had to ride, fence, shoot, swim and run – the same five challenges that face competitors in Modern Pentathlon today.
Modern Pentathlon at the Games
Modern Pentathlon has been part of every Games since Stockholm 1912. The sport was invented by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, who founded the modern Olympic movement. He saw the event as the equivalent of the Pentathlon at the ancient Games, which was introduced for the first time at the 18th Olympiad in 708 BC, probably by the Spartans as a method of training soldiers. It consisted of running the length of the stadium, jumping, throwing the spear, throwing the discus and wrestling. The Pentathlon held a position of unique importance in the Games and was considered to be the climax, with the winner ranked as ‘Victor Ludorum’ (‘Winner of Games’).
How to play – and win
Athletes compete in five different sports. The order of events is Shooting, Fencing, Swimming, Riding and Running. Points are awarded according to how well the athletes do in the first four events. These decide the starting positions for the final event the cross-country run. The winner is the one who crosses the finish line first. Modern Pentathletes need all-round fitness as the whole competition takes place in just one day.
Did you know?
Until Atlanta 1996, the Modern Pentathlon competition was held over four or five days. Greek philosopher Aristotle described competitors in the Pentathlon of the ancient Games as ‘the most perfect sportsmen, because in their bodies strength and speed are combined in beautiful harmony’. George S Patton, who later became General of the US Army, competed in the first Olympic Modern Pentathlon at the Stockholm 1912 Games.
Jargon buster
En garde: French for ‘on guard’, the position that fencers take before a bout begins. Freestyle: A race where the swimmers may use any stroke they choose – usually the crawl. Handicap Start: the type of start used in the running event where the leader starts first and then athletes start after them depending on how far they are behind them after the four events.
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Beginner’s Guide To Surfing
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It goes without saying that if you are looking to take up surfing seriously, being physically fit is essential. A good surfer will make paddling, carving and wave riding look effortless, but the reality is that there is a lot of physical work involved in paddling around, getting up on your board and doing manoeuvres. (But lets not get ahead of ourselves!). Additionally, safety should always be at the back of your mind. For example, you should never be surfing alone. You never know what might go wrong even on the smallest of waves, and it’s good to have someone who can help you out should you get into trouble. One final thing, like swimming you should never go surfing straight after a meal. Wait at least half an hour after eating before going for a surf. If you’re up for a surf first thing in the morning you should wait until after for your break.
THE FIRST thing to consider is how strong a swimmer you are, and how far you can swim. Paddling around in the sea is not the place to be if you are used to wearing a rubber ring to keep yourself afloat at the local swimming pool. As with all sports there is an element of risk, and the sea is much more unpredictable than a football pitch or tennis court. One thing to always keep in mind, even when you are a competent surfer, is that you should never paddle out farther than you can comfortably swim out to and back in without your surfboard. Your leg rope could break at any moment, and you may find yourself going from a nice paddle back to the beach to having a really long swim.
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PowerPlay Golf in Gran Canaria HOLIDAYMAKERS HAVE been taking their golf clubs to Spain for decades, but soon they will be playing a very modern version of the ancient game. And the black skull & crossbones will once again fly over The Canary Islands – once the favourite haunt of pirates and privateers attracted by the wine and riches to be found there.
enter for €50, which includes entrance fee, green free, and a golf buggy. “The PowerPlay Golf Gran Canaria League will help to promote the wonderful experiences which golfers can find in The Canary Islands,” said GolfCanarias.
from the organisation’s UK base for the launch event. McEvoy, former Walker Cup captain and successful amateur golfer, will greet golfers on the first tee, and will present the prizes afterwards. “We welcome the initiative shown by GolfCanarias.org; they are pioneer-
Golfers on the resort island of Gran Canaria will be the first in the country to sample the game’s quick-fire new PowerPlay Golf ‘two-flag’ format, when GolfCanarias.org holds its first PowerPlay Golf event at the Anfi Tauro Golf & Luxury Resort on Saturday 28th November 2009. The special event – which launches the new PowerPlay Golf Gran Canaria League – will introduce the island’s residents and tourists to golf PowerPlay Golf-style, which involves nine holes, two flags on each green and a risk-andreward challenge which has drawn comparisons with Twenty20 Cricket. Leading tour operator GolfCanarias. org is organising the tournament, which starts at 3pm on the front nine of the popular Anfi Tauro golf course. Golfers can
Events in the PowerPlay Golf Gran Canaria League will start at 3pm every Saturday at Anfi Tauro Golf Club, in the lush Tauro valley. Although the PowerPlay Golf format will be new to everybody, there will be traditional aspects to the event too, such as weekly ‘nearest the pin’ and ‘longest drive’ competitions. After the one-off launch event, prizes will be given monthly in three handicap classes – 0-9, 9-18 and 19-28. The top three from each class will receive a trophy and prizes. To enter, golfers can call +34 620147667 or email info@golfcanarias.org.
org Managing Director, Gary Stevens. “We look forward to seeing PowerPlay Golf’s skull and crossbones logo fly on Spanish soil for the first time in history.” PowerPlay Golf co-creator Peter McEvoy OBE will head a delegation flying in
ing the PowerPlay Golf movement in Spain” said McEvoy. “We expect the League to be very popular throughout the winter period on Gran Canaria, as it halves both the time needed and the entry cost to play in what should be one of the island’s most exciting golf events for years.”
In PowerPlay Golf, golfers choose to aim for one of two flags on the green, a White and a Black. Players earn extra points for birdies or better when playing to the Black Flag, which is generally in a difficult position on the green. As it is nine holes, a round of PowerPlay Golf takes half the time of a normal 18-hole round. Spain becomes the 26th country to adopt the PowerPlay Golf format.
GRAN CANARIA MARATHON HALF MARATHON AND FUN RUN SUNDAY, 24th JANUARY 2010 If you are a runner and would like to take part, or if you would simply like to ‘have a go’ - The Canary News is giving you plenty of time get your shorts and trainers out of the cupboard and start training NOW. It’s closer than you think - and Christmas is coming the date will be incorporated in UPCOMING EVENTS (see page 3) in future editions of The Canary News and with the details again in the December Edition to keep you on track. Location: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Registration/payment Online: www.grancanariamaraton.com (The website is in Spanish, German and English) or at: El Centro Insular de Deportes, Avenida Alcalde Ramírez Bethencourt, Las Palmas Monday - Friday from 8.00am to 22.00 pm. Marathon: 25€ Half Marathon: 20€ Fun Run 10€
42.195km (26.2 miles) over 2 laps 9:00 am start. 21.097km (13.1miles) over 1 lap 9:00 am start. 5km (3.1miles) over 1 lap 9:05 am start.
The last date for registration is January 17, 2010 but the cost increases by 10€ after January 11. Race numbers must be collected in Las Palmas on Saturday, January 23 on production of acceptable ID. Please note that the event will be televised and attended by various dignitaries and sports personalities. Las Palmas will no doubt be at a complete standstill throughout much of the day, with buses re-routed, car parks unreachable, etc. Runners and spectators need to think about getting there very early that morning (January 24, 2010) or even the day before. With this event, the first of its kind on the island, Gran Canaria will be joining theinternational marathon circuit, which includes New York, London, Tokyo, and other major world capitals and will be governed by the same strict rules of sporting conduct - including random dope-testing! Good luck.
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Montaña la Data. Very large villa situated on 800m2 of land, this villa has a largte terrace and BBQ area and a 50m2 private pool. There is also a project to build a guest house on the land. There are 4 double beds, one is a suite incl; dressign room & Bathroom. Ref: MF620. Price € 685,000 Tel: 928141202 Dream Homes www.dreamhomesgrancanaria.com Montaña la Data Duplex with 3 Beds, two Baths and ircon. Panoramic views. Wooden Panelling, private garden with pool, Must be seen.€ 348,000 Monte Leon Excellent Opportunity to buy in Monte Leon. This house is valued at €3,450,000 but is much less due to necessity. The poroperty is build on 8000m2 of land with fantastic views. There is a guest house with 2 beds and 2 baths.
Main house 3 double beds, games room & large kitchen. To place a classified advert, simply fill in the coupon on page 31 and drop it off at Properties Abroad, near Santander Bank, C.C. Puerto Rico. Email: sales@thecanarynews. com or Tel: 928 774 818 Beautiful dining area overlooking mountains and pool. House 425m2. Luxury property in one of the best areas in the South. Ref: ML612 Price €2,200,000 www.dreamhomesgrancanaria. Playa del Inglés. Beautiful bungalow for sale in Playa del Inglés. The bungalow has 2 bedrooms (one double and one single bedroom), 1 bathroom and air conditioning. It has been fully refurbished (including electrics and plumbing) throughout. The complex offers a very well maintained communal swimming pool and gardens. Ref. PI594. Price: €210,500. Tel.928141202 Dream Homes www.dreamhomesgrancanaia.com Las Palmas. Apartment for sale in Playa de Las Canteras. It has two bedrooms, one bathroom and a terrace (70m2) with fantastic sea views. The price also includes one car parking space. Ref:LP569.Price:€399,950. Tel: 928141202. www.dreamhomesgrancanaia.com
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PROPERTIES to let Maspalomas. Beautiful Bungalow, 1 Bed, 2 terraces in a complex with Communal Pool. Very Quiet and clean, only minutes from Faro 2. Monthly rent includes Water, electricity and cleaning. Ref: MP603 Price €800 Month. el: Dream Homes: 928 141202. Maspalomas. Fabulous 1 Bed Apartment, refurbished overlooking Sand Dunes. Light and Airy, Air Con.with dishwasher, Washing Machine etc. Marble floors, only steps from the beach. Ref: MP546 Price €1,000 month. Tel: 928141202. www.dreamhomesgrancanaria. .com Tafira. Fantastic villa , 5 Bed, 4 Bath. Chimney and Private Garden with huge terrace of 219m2. Garage for 3 cars. Unfurnished and available for long term rental. Ref: TA583. Price €1,600 Month. —-----------------------------------Playa del Inglés Luxury 1 bed apartment near Playa Del Inglés. Luxury 1 Bed apartment nearYumbo. Fully furnished & equipped, 550€ per month + electric. 646 096 917. (JUL02)3 bed Luxury Villa Meloneras Sleeps 6 luxury villa long term let 1200€ per month Fab, safe complex with pool, onsite shop, restaurant (JUL02)3 bed Luxury Villa Meloneras Sleeps 6 luxury villa long term let 1200€ per month Fab, safe complex with pool, onsite shop, restaurant and bar, near beach and Faro shopping Call: 687 152 470 (JUL02) Guesthouse Meloneras
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Rooms available in modern Meloneras guesthouse with Sky and internet on great complex with pool, shop, restaurant and bar near beach, shopping, nightlife 200€ per week per room (2 can share 100€ each) 500€ per month long term (2 can share 250€ each) Call: 687 152 470 (JUL02) —————————–––––––Apartments & Bungalows To Rent from 475€ Contact: HOME IN THE SUN Tel. 605 421 213 www.homeinthesun.eu —------------------------------------Puerto Rico, spacious 1 bedroom apt for rent. Large bedroom with fitted wardrobes, livingroom/kitchen, bathroom with washing machine, large terrace. Close to CC europa. 480€ per month, water and electricity included up to a limit. Available 1st October. Tel:928756989 after 6pm Anfi Tauro, 3 Bed Luxury Duplex, Golf Facing, Fully Furnished, Jaccuzzi, Community Pool, 1200 pcm. Tel: 687153645
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SPORTFISHING BUSINESS Includes Everything But The Fish Established, Successful, Operating A Great & Rare Opportunity 99.000€ Paradise Marine 928 561 960. (JUL02) Ocean Day Excursion Business Gran Canaria Everything Included: Boat, Client Contracts, etc. 10 years of proven success fully documented put 23000€ in your pocket every month a lifetime opportunity 250.000€ 928 561 960 (JUL02) Seamstress Top Quality, Low Prices Covers for hot tubs,pools, cars, boats Awnings for homes, terraces, stores, boats Furniture reupholstered Violetta 660 061 179 Sell Your Boat? Sell Your Berth? Free website! Very Strong Local Advertising! Lose That Overhead Now! Call 928 561 960. Boat Service, Equipment, Products, Repairs Marine Engineers That Speak Your Language! Cheapest Equipment Prices from USA Warranties and Guarantees Worldwide for all boat needs Call: 928 561 960. Commercial & Domestic & Marine Refrigeration Water Filtration Air Conditioning Systems For Boats, Homes, Business German, English, Spanish Speaking High Quality Low Prices Full Product and Install Warranty Call 928 561 960. (JUL02)
A Fair Price For Quotes or More Information Call 607 671 617 Boat Service, Equipment, Products, Repairs Marine Engineers That Speak Your Language! Cheapest Equipment Prices from USA Warranties and Guarantees Worldwide For All Boat Needs - Call: 607 671 617 Commercial & Domestic & Marine Refrigeration-Water Filtration-Air Conditioning Systems For BOATS, HOMES, BUSINESS – German, English, Spanish Speaking – High Quality – Low Prices Full Product and Installation Warranty - Call 607 671 617
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Ginseng on Gran Canary! Come and visit the only Ginseng Garden at Maspalomas - Monte Leon! Only one tour per month: Saturday, November 7th, 2009 11 am - 5 pm For more information call Joerg: 692 764349 or mailto: joerg@florafarm.de www.florafarm.de
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SPORTFISHING BUSINESSIncludes Everything But The Fish Established, Successful, Operating A Great & RARE Opportunity - €99.000 Details Call 607 671 617
Roger’s Ramblers meet every Tuesday from Mid October to the end of April. On average walk is about 4 hours with areasonable amount of ascentand descent. All walks are free and at your own risk. If you areinterested contact Rambling Roger on 928 798150 or 666 170 553, or by email at Roger@Fincabritanica.com
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Ocean Day Excursion Business – Gran Canaria Everything Included – Boat, Client Contracts, etc. 10 years of Proven Success – Fully Documented Put €2-3000 In Your Pocket Every Month A Lifetime Opportunity - €220.000
FOR SALE Zanussi ZD23 Fridge/Freezer (3.5) White New Unused H168 W55. €225. Tel 671192457 Dishwasher Corbero Suprema New Unused White. €225. Tel 671192457 Cot, Bedding, Mini, Bouncer, Changing Station, Library, All from El Corte Inglés. Excellent Condition. Stacey Williams. Tel 928 726 941 Almost new SONY BRAVIA KDL 40V3000, 40inch,bought 9 months ago €1200, incl paperwork. Yours for ONLY €700 Call Tomas 666987495
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Berth Leases For Sale or RentPuerto Rico, Puerto Mogán All Sizes – Low Prices – 928 561960 Used Boats For Sale Canary Islands All Paperwork Included in Prices No Buyer Commission Call 607 671 617 for Appointment New and Used Boats For Sale USA Prices Include Transportation and Taxes Great Offers with Crisis & Super Low $$ Rate Now Is Time For Your Dreamboat! 607 671 617 Seamstress – Top Quality, Low Prices Covers for hot tubs, pools, cars, boats Awnings for homes, terraces, stores, boats Furniture reupholstered Violetta – 607 671 617 Sell Your Boat? Sell Your Berth? Free website! Very Strong Local and Global Advertising! Lose That Overhead Now! Call 607 671 617 Liberty Insurance! Complete Coverage Canary Islands and Around the World Economical Coverage By A World Class Broker That Pays! Call 607 671 617 – for Cars, Boats, Businesses, Homes, Health Boat and Yacht Marine Surveys Insurance, Accidents, Pre-Boat Sales Professional Assessment At
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Mechanic - Qualified English mechanic - Quality car/boat repairs - Major repairs - Servicing - ITV - Inspection - Free Estimate
Call Trevor 671 050 135 or 671 714 356 cars Wanted: Fiat Punto with Mechanical problem - From 01, or other small car, clean body, Reg in Gran Canaria. Tel: 629 645 591 Toyota RAV4 1998, Automatic transmission, AC, like new tires,4x4, 2 door, good condition, dark green, ITV till SEP 2010 for only 3500! Call Tomas 666987495
WANTED. Second hand books, in good condition, to be sold in support of Registered Childrens’ Charities 1) RUBBISH DUMP CHILDREN in Cambodia 2) ORPHANS/ SCHOOL projects in China. Please drop books off at Bar Wine and Marmalade, Arguineguin. donations gratefully received. Contact kay.r.owen@gmail. com Together we can make a difference WANTED Used tandem bike in good condition to take blind people on rides Please call Franz on 699 124 985 Drinking Problem? International, English speaking AA meetings every Friday at the church in the Kasbah (door on the left hand side) Playa del Inglés, 8.30pm. Monday 12pm in San Fernando, behind Market Maspalomas and Tuesday 7pm at the Catholic Church (enter by the stairway on the right hind side), Behind the taxi rank next to the police station. Do you believe that you have a problem with alcohol? Perhaps you are looking or some help? Alcohol Anonymous meet in Telde on Mondays and Thursdays from 20.00 until 21.30.
Call 928 202 638 TARA CAR-BOOT SALE EVERY SATURDAY - 8 AM AT PARADISE LOST Free Entrance for shoppers and registered charity car-boot sellers. Non-charity sellers DONATE only 5 Euros for each stall. Please bring your own display supports. Come and enjoy the friendly atmosphere at the TARA Community Car-Boot Sale to find the best purchase bargains in town and help
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abandoned and abused animals to boot.To donate useable toys, clothing, household items, furniture, books, sporting equipment...WHATEVER...to help our fund-raising efforts please contact us. Contact Sanna Tel: 620 978 709; Email: sanna@taraanimales. org to pick up your donated items if you cannot deliver them to the car-boot sale. Volunteers always gladly welcomed. TARA Animal Respect Association, A registered, Non-profit Canarian Animal Charity Tel: 607 671 617 Email: info@tara-animales.org Web: www.tara-animales.org PARADISE LOST - located between Arguineguín and Puerto Rico. Take the Balito exit (#1 Bus) and continue to the BIG CIRCUS TENT TARA Animal Charity Shop 200 sq. mtrs. In Arquinequin 67 Tanausu near Pino Seco family park Monday thru Saturday 10am till 4+pm Donated items at great prices! 607 671 617 or www.tara-animales.org TARA Charity Dog Pension HOME AWAY FROM HOME Beautiful Location – Your Pet Cared for By Dog Lovers Low Prices – Great Care 607 671 167 Arguineguin Cultural Society meets every Thursday at Tío Pepe bar from 20.00 at the C.C. Ancora in Arguineguín. As mentioned previously in TCN, the group were looking for a place to build up our string puppet stage and to train people in the making and operating of string puppets. The group has now found a suitable place in Arguineguín and if anyone is interested in joining them please call Peter on 639 229 414 and go to the meetings on Thursdays. Grupo Montañero de Mogan. Every Sunday all through the year this group arranges guided walks in the magnificent mountains and beautiful valleys of Gran Canaria. The walks are guided, and the members come from all over Europe, and also many Canarian members. Meeting place:
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BUY, DONATE, SWAP BOOK LIBRARY All proceeds go to The Red Cross. Cristina´s Money Exchange, Local 261, Phase 1, CC Puerto Rico MON TO FRI 10am to 8pm SAT 10am to 1.30pm For appointments please tel 928 561 771 Commercial Centre Ancora, Arguineguin. Time 08.00. Departure 08.15. Leaving from San Fernando (Viuda de Franco) 08.00 or 08.30. For more information call before 12.00 on Fridays 689 919 580 Can you spare a few hours each week to help feed stray and abandoned cats in San Agustin? There are special feeding places, all the cats are sterilised, have names and are very healthy. Of course, we will buy the cat food. We only want help to give the food to the cats. Please call Christina on 928 770 019 for more information. Join the library in Maspalomas with your NIE number and passport and picture or residencia. No charge. English books and other European languages too. Also free internet access.!! The library hours are 8.00 am till 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm to 10 pm Monday to Friday. Biblioteca Municipal Maspalomas, Casa del Cultura Maspalomas, Avda De Tejeda 72 Phone 928 720 035 Amigos contra el Sida is a
charity that provides support for people with HIV and Aids and has information about sexually transmitted diseases Amigos contra el Sida - Friends against Aids Av. Alejandro del Castillo, Mercado Municipal, 2º floor San Fernando Maspalomas Contact: 695 578 004 Timetable: Tuesday and Thursday - 9:00 to 15:00 hour. Amigos contra el Sida Calle El Escorial nº 7, Vecindario Teléfono: 928 149 570 Timetable: Monday to Friday - 9:00 to 14:00 hour. Website: www.amigoscontraelsida.org Support Maria Templeman’s Dog Rescue. You can find Maria’s stall in Arguineguin market on Tuesdays and Mogan market on Fridays.
You can also find Maria in Maspalomas market next to the big, main flood light on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Money raised from Maria’s stall goes to funding dog rescue in Gran Canaria, including vet and kennel fees and re-homing dogs.
TALENT SEARCH
Is your child talented? can he or she sing and dance? We are looking for children to take part in our Christmas Pantomime.Auditions will be held locally,For more information please contact Graham on 696 552 022 or email rejuvena@hotmail.com
MISC.
Bi-lingual lady seeks English native tongue people to exchange Spanish classes/conversation for English conversation practice. Please call Gloria on 928 714 390 or 650 403 640.
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FARO 2 MARKET 15 & 29 Nov, 13 Dec. BOOKS sold in support of Registered Children’s Charities (Home and Abroad) Over 500 books from 1 Euro. Also book donations wanted can collect - Contact kay.r.owen@gmail.com or drop books off at Wine and Marmalade Bar in Arguineguín THE CANARIAN PRO BREASTFEEDING runs a Support Group every Wednesday from 6pm until 8pm at the Centro de Estancias Diurnas (the daycare centre for the eldery behind the swimming pool) Anyone needing help and support concerning breastfeeding can also call 637 564 296 (leave a message if there is no answer with name and telephone number) MOTHER AND TODDLER GROUP EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 4PM ONWARDS
Different activities every week in the local Puerto Rico area - Meet other mums with children of all ages. Call Jo Pike on 639 153 547 You can even leave a message on their ‘face book’ wall!
ADDICTIONS ALCOHOL & DRUGS Let us help you overcome your problem in a painless way. Contact us for a confidential consultation It can make a real difference On your road to recovery Tel: 928 934 097 Mobile: 619 391 040 Email: addictedgc@gmail.com
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