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Regional / National News round-up
Madeira scores new museum The Cristiano Ronaldo Museum is inaugurated…
Alentejo Approval As recommended by the National Geographic publication... The Traveler Magazine, part of the National Geographic publication, has listed Alentejo in the South of Portugal as one of its 21 to be visited destinations for 2014. The main attraction is its slow pace of life where
you should “relax, practice patience and not look at your watch”. The wonderful countryside and rewarding gastronomic experience for the visitor are also cited as particular reasons for visiting this region. J.C.
Portugal shrinks The population of Portugal is shrinking... Funchal has been chosen as the location for the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum. The opening took place in December 2013 to much acclaim and fanfare in a celebration of Madeira’s best-
known celebrity. At 28 years of age, the museum is a celebration of his talent and success that has been achieved in a very intense and highprofile career. There are exciting inter-
active fun options once inside the museum which make the best of technological advances such as taking a photo with a virtual Ronaldo or even hold the centrepiece of the museum, the Ballon
d’Or and have your photo taken, virtually of course. With an investment of €1.5m the museum will appeal to all ages; entrance fee at 5 euros, making it accessible to all. J.C.
It is one of eleven countries in the EU where emigration was greater than immigration. It is the economic crisis which has encouraged much of the younger qualified generation to
leave and find employment opportunities further afield. Other countries experiencing net emigration are Ireland, Lithuania, Spain, Greece and Estonia. J.C.
RegionalAugust / National News | 4 Feature 2013
January 2014
Flood Warnings go Hi-Tech Further flood defence systems implemented...
Baby has Seal of Approval
Cause for celebration on the Desertas Islands... The first 2013 birth in the protected sea lion colony of the Desertas Islands occurred in October. The news has only been released since the sea lion was discovered motherless and its welfare was a concern until now. At the end of October, the park rangers discovered the baby seal on the Tabaqueiro
The memory of the tragic floods in February 2010 still remain the main motivation in protecting Funchal from any other such repetition. There have been numerous physical changes made to the rivers in the way of stepping the river beds as they f low through Funchal and the construction of concrete posted dams that are there to stop the larger materials such as boulders passing further down
the river beds. Now, the monitoring technology is being installed. This will take the form of cameras, geophones to register vibration, radar technology to measure river levels and rainfall detectors, all as a method of monitoring the correlation between rainfall, water run-off and the movement of debris. The conception of this initiative is between the Regional Vice President
and LREC (Laboratório Regional Engenharia Civil) and will put its main focus on four rivers, three of which enter Funchal, João Gomes, Santa Luzia, São João and the fourth being the Ribeira Brava, flowing through the town of the same name, which were the main affected rivers in 2010. The system will be monitored by LREC and the Civil Protection. J.C.
Beach rather than the normal birthing zone of the Tabaqueiro Cave on Grande Deserta. The abandoned seal puppy was taken to the rehabilitation centre located on Grande Deserta where it was cared for until its recent release back into nature. Its rehabilitation is kept under strict observation.
The seals are on the worldwide critical endangered list due to their slow reproductive rate and low numbers which are about 500 worldwide. The good news is that there are more births expected in the near future and the numbers in the nature reserve are increasing. J.C.
Portuguese exports exceed expectations - According to the Deputy Prime Minister, Paulo Portas… Portugal is on a projected target to finish 2013 with exports accounting for 41% of its GDP. This was announced by the Deputy Prime Minister at the conference of Portuguese Exporters in Lisbon. He continued to explain that, in the last 5 years, Portuguese exports have
increased from 28% of GDP, representing a value of 31 billion euros. In 2012, this increased to 40% of GDP, representing 45 billion euros in value. Paulo Portas continued by saying that this was in direct contradiction to those international organisations that were so sceptical about Portugal’s
ability to export. At the conference, this was recognised as an important step towards exiting from the umbrella of the 'troika', which is made up of the European Commission, European Central Bank and the International Monetary Fund. J.C.
January 2014
2013 | Feature | Regional August / National News 5
Its a Go for Newcastle and Glasgow From May 2014, there is a new flight...
The operator, Jet2.com, has announced that it is starting a new rota from Glasgow to Madeira. The first flight will take place on Monday 26th May
2014; The flight will be operated by a Boeing 737300 which has a capacity of 148 seats. The flight arrival time is 8pm with the depar-
ture back to Glasgow scheduled at 8.45pm. There are now five airports that Jet2.com operate from to Madeira; they are Manchester,
Madeira has The Best The Vine Hotel has been voted The Best Design Hotel... And that is worldwide. This accolade has been bestowed on the hotel at the World Travel Awards in Doha, Qatar. The hotel beat all other competition in its category from around the world. Portugal also did well with the Vila Foia in the Algarve, voted best Boutique Hotel worldwide and Portugal itself
was recognised as the best Golf Destination Worldwide. The PMSL, Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua, won the World’s Best Conservation company, which beat off the South African competition which had won the award for the last 15 years consecutively. J.C.
Leeds/Bradford and East Midlands (April 8th 2014) and Newcastle (July 4th 2014). The total passenger numbers from the UK,
Madeira’s second largest tourist market, for 2012 were 365,799, which accounts for 16% of the Madeira Airport’s passenger movements. Of
this, Jet2.com accounted for 33,000 of the passenger movements ranking it as the 10th-largest operator at Madeira Airport. J.C.
RegionalAugust / National News | 6 Finance 2013
January 2014
Eastern Promise
Madeira Wine exports grow eastwards... After a week of successful touring, the president of IVBAM, Paula Cabaço, has high hopes for increased exports to the Far East. The primary markets are South Korea and Japan, with particular interest from business contacts in Tokyo. With exports at over 1.5€ million to Japan last year, this is seen as a region with high growth potential. It is hoped that by increasing trade in its existing markets, the popularity of Madeira Wine will spread to other Pacific regions. Amongst others, IVBAM were invited guests on this trip to the Far East by Dacian Ciolos, the European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development. As the only invited party from Portugal, it highlights the importance that is given to this particular market sector. J.C.
Madeira is up for auction Christie’s auction house sees a record price…
The enduring popularity and value of Madeira Wine was once again proven at an auction held at Christie’s in midDecember. Planned since early 2013, when representatives from the auction house visited Madeira, there was plenty of quality to choose from which was reflected in a 27-page catalogue listing 157 lots which included other rare spirits and wines. Prices for the Madeira Wine ranged between €60 to €3,000 with the star lots being a 1781
Moscatel, a Borges Terrantez “Pather” from 1720 and what is thought to be the oldest remaining bottle of Madeira Wine, a Terrantez JCA and CA from 1715. As a point of interest, the oldest bottle of Madeira Wine was produced 51 years before James Christie started his auction house. Total value realised by the auction was £1,806,774. For more information on this sale, visit: www.finestandrarest. com/madeira.html J.C.
January 2014
Windavia flies In
| RegionalAugust / National News 7 2013 | Feature
New charter company chooses Madeira...
Mediterranean diet recognised UNESCO recognises Mediterranean Diet...
Windavia is a new 100%owned Portuguese charter company. Their principal airport bases are to be Paris, Lisbon and Funchal. The planned passen-
ger numbers for 2014 are 700,000 serving over 40 destinations. The main destinations are to be the Algarve, Balearic and Canary Islands, North
Africa and the Greek islands, with other destinations such as Israel, Italy, Montenegro and Cape Verde. Using Funchal as a base, the planned des-
tinations will include direct flights to Jersey and Ireland. There will also be multiple weekly flights between Madeira and Paris.
Hidden caches on Madeira Until the 13th of January, these are yours - that is if you can find them…
The company, Ideias Saudáveis, in conjunction with the American brand Bobble, have created 12 Bobble Caches on Madeira. The idea is that through given clues you will be able to work out the correct GPS co-ordinates and hence locate the hidden cache box. It is based on the popular Geo-Cashing sport, but with the subtle
difference, that the prize to be won is a branded product. It is a great way to enjoy the outdoors of Madeira and clues are posted every Monday for the next prize on the internet until January 13th. Good luck! w w w.fa ceb o ok .com / Ideiasaudaveis J.C.
J.C.
Although often used generally as a healthy way of eating, UNESCO now recognises the diet as part of its “human heritage”. The initiative was headed by Portugal, Cypr us and Croatia amongst others over twoand-a-half years ago. These c o u nt r ie s were later followed by Greece, Spain, Italy and Morocco who also added their diets onto the list. Although food is central,
the word diet comes from the Greek word daita which has a more holistic meaning of way of life, including ways of food preparations, traditions and festivals. The Portuguese ministry of Agriculture is confident that with this new classification and backing from UNESCO, it will benefit Portugueserelated products in the export market. J.C.
Three Tiers for Success A slice of success for Madeiran cake designer... Ana Monteiro has won 3rd prize at the Cake International – The Sugarcraft, Cake Designing and Baking Show, which was held in Birmingham. The talented Ana participated in two baking categories,
but it was her three tier wedding cake, decorated in sugar f lower petals, that brought her success, beating more than a thousand other cakes that were also in the competition. J.C.
| January 2014 8 Feature August 2013
UK / World News round-up '
British property market recovers It is taking the British property market many years to recover from the loss in property values that underpinned the recession, but the recent surge in house prices suggests the position is rapidly improving. In fact, it is improving so fast that the Bank of England now feels that the Government’s Funding
for Lending Scheme is no longer required and the money could be better used helping small businesses. Big British lender, Nationwide says house prices rose 6.5 percent year-on-year in November putting average house values at £174,566, some 6 percent below the 'high' in 2007.
By: Vic Gardner
Britain predicted to become Europe’s largest economy
New Heathrow runway after the election? Britain’s transport secretary has refused to rule out a third runway at London’s Heathrow Airport after the general election in 2015. Patrick McLoughlin was speaking in advance of a report by the Airports Commission this week containing a short list of options for expansion of airport capacity. The coalition government ruled out a third runway at Heathrow in
2010 and it was a big issue before the last election. Mr McLoughlin said an eventual decision would have to be in the best interests of the United Kingdom and that aircraft were becoming quieter and more fuel efficient. London Mayor, Boris Johnson is opposed to a third runway at Heathrow and instead wants to see a new airport in the Thames Estuary.
While the Britain’s economy is rapidly improving, the man in the street is yet to benefit and the New Year announcement that Britain is destined to be Europe’s largest economy is hard to take. But that is what a new report is suggesting. Within 20 years, Britain will overtake France and Germany.
But the Centre for Economics and Business Research also points out that Britain’s predicted Gross Domestic Product will put it behind the improving economies of India and Brazil. The report appears to endorse Britain’s decision to keep the Pound and explains Prime Minister David Cameron’s enthusi-
asm for better business links with improving economies worldwide. While Germany, traditionally Europe’s economic powerhouse, would lose its position as the largest Western European economy, if the Euro were to fail, its outlook could be much better. The research also suggests
Britain could be stronger outside the European Union, although in the short term, leaving would have a negative impact. The predictions assume a falling value for the Euro, a falling German population and a rising population in the UK. But it has to be said, we do live in an unpredictable world!
Lord Howe says UK must stay in EU
Should parents smack children?
A former pro-European Chancellor and Foreign Secretary during Mrs Thatcher’s Government has said Prime Minister David Cameron must make the case for Britain’s continued membership of the European Union. Lord Howe of Aberavon’s resignation over Europe in 1990 led to Mrs Thatcher’s downfall as Prime Minister and he has never been forgiven by some within the party for the divisions he caused. T he Conser vative Party is committed to
The Children’s Commissioner for England has said it is her personal view that parents should be banned from smacking children. Maggie Atkinson, a former teacher, says that in law you are forbidden from
an in/out referendum on Europe after the next General Election if the Conservatives win. Lord Howe said in a statement: “Sadly, by repeated concessions to the Eurosceptics, the Government made its own position on Europe, and in Europe, more difficult.” He suggested the Prime Minister and ministers need to make the case for Europe rather that leaving it to President Obama, Nissan and the Confederation of British Industry.
striking another adult and from physically chastising your pets but there is a loophole that allows you to chastise your child. A light smack or ‘reasonable chastisement’ is currently permitted in British law.
January 2014
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Children pick up swearing on TV A senior headmaster in Britain has suggested that bad language in television programmes is to blame for the high level of swearing in classrooms and school playgrounds and children repeat it without realising it is offensive. Ray McGovern believes this could blight their
futures and that the television and film industry has a responsibility to control on-screen language, particularly if children could be listening. He suggested some comedians were particularly to blame and that swearing was now found on a number of family shows.
Bid to clamp down on welfare state
British coalition divided over immigration policy There are strains within Britain’s coalition government over immigration policy with Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg vowing to block any fresh attempts to curb immigration. The Home Office has proposed a 75,000 cap on
EU migrants and Prime Minister David Cameron has said he will veto further expansion of Europe’s borders unless reforms are agreed to prevent “ benefit tourism”. A ban on EU migrants claiming out-of-work benefits the moment they
Britain stays with analogue radio
While the sales of new gadgets continues at a fast pace, radio listeners in Britain have not embraced digital radio in the way that the Government expected, and, as a result, analogue radio has been given a reprieve.
Both the existing radio bands, FM and AM, were to be switched off in 2015, but many listeners have not been happy with the stability of the digital signal they receive and have continued to use FM. Around a third of radio broadcasts are received from digital stations and only one-in-twenty people have digital radios in their cars. Less than half of households have a digital radio and even then many listeners prefer to use the FM band on their sets.
arrive in Britain is being rushed through Parliament. Bulgarian and Romanian nationals will be able to enter Britain this New Year. Mr Clegg said the issue was the biggest dividing line in politics today and suggested the health service in Britain and the
economic recovery would suffer without immigrants. Writing in the Sunday Times, he suggested that sticking a big 'no entry' sign on the cliffs of Dover might be popular, but asked what would happen if every European living in Britain went home.
Bid to put an end to ‘health tourism’
In a bid to deter ‘health tourism’ the British Government is to charge overseas visitors and migrants for accident and emergency treatment from the National Health Service. Ministers say no-one
will be turned away from accident and emergency departments but there will be a bill to pay for those from overseas. Details of the scheme are still being worked out and the plan will be published in full in March.
Britain is a relatively small island and many issues are connected with population density and the provision of affordable welfare. And now it has been suggested by a Member of Parliament that families should only be able to claim benefits for two children, a move aimed at cutting billions of pounds from the welfare bill. Nadhim Zahawi, a Conservative, would limit tax credits to a family’s first two children under the plan and he believed it would help the next generation
think more carefully. If implemented after the general election in 2015, it would apply to those who had a third child after this. Mr Zahawi, a member of the Prime Minister’s policy board, said the welfare state was established as a last resort, not a lifestyle choice that trapped people into dependency on the state. A family of three could be almost £700 worse off under the plan, which is not Government policy and is not supported by Prime Minister David Cameron.
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Romance in Madeira Madeira has inspired many romance novels, some written by members of the Romantic Novelists' Association (RNA)‌
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ancy Sawyer is currently a Vic e -P r e side nt of the RNA. Marianna is a historical romance written under the pseudonym Nancy Buckingham, and arose from a holiday here, and a great deal of research. Nancy and her late husband co-wrote many modern romances under the name Nancy John. Margaret Pemberton is a former Chairman of the RNA, and writes historicals, modern romances, and crime. The Flower Garden is set in 1934. The heroine, with a year to live, leaves her US Senator husband to come to Madeira, where she embarks on a love affair with a man who is, unknown to her, her husband's worst enemy. Their affair uncovers many secrets. Freda Lightfoot is a prominent member of the RNA, and one of the first to convert her novels to Ebooks. Madeiran Legacy concerns Corrie, a penniless Cornish orphan and Raul, a soldier just returned from the Napoleonic wars. They jointly inherit a Madeiran wine business, and overall control will go to whoever makes the most profit in a year.
Lee Langley's time slip novel, Distant Music, starts in Madeira in 1492 when peasant girl Esperança meets Emmanuel, on shore from a Portuguese ship. They meet again in the following centuries, three short meetings when both of them have very different lives, but when love survives. There have been romances in a wider sense, historicals, and books for children. Many have come from holidays the authors spent in Madeira, but one writer, Evelyn Ward Everett-Green, came to live here in 1911, died in 1932 and is buried in the English Cemetery. She was a prolific writer, publishing about 350 books under several pseudonyms. There were moral improving tales, historical fiction for both girls and adults, adventure stories for boys, and romantic novels for adults. Her Madeiran book is The Cossart Cousins. Another book for girls is Drina Dances in Madeira by Jean Estoril. This is one of a long series about a girl dancer. She also wrote many books, about 130, set in schools and ballet. Adios Madeira by Carey Maytham is about the life of a young violinist, and
over ten years moves from Madeira to Cape Town and London. Saving Elkanah Merrill by Phil Lister is in the form of a diary. Merrill came from the BrontĂŤ country, where Phil lives and used to work as a guide, and was sent to Madeira for his health. He died on the voyage, but this imaginative diary recreates, from many original sources, the experiences of a nineteenth century invalid on the island. Another early story set in Madeira comes from Winston Churchill - not the British Prime Minister who came here to paint, but an American writer who had been a sailor. Mr Keegan's Elopement was first published in 1896 as a short story in The Century Magazine, then, after his first three longer novels sold well, republished in book form. Don Silva is another American author, but with Madeiran ancestors. He was an English Professor in New Hampshire, visits Madeira each year and gives lectures on Madeiran life. Black Kestrel is about a poor boy who escapes from a life of poverty in Campanario to a better life in America. Marina Oliver
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Health & Wellbeing
By: Sam Gannon
‘Cold Sores’ C
arrying on with the subject of viruses, I decided that this month, I would take a look at a particularly insidious virus, 'herpes simplex' which is the cause of the common cold sore. Cold sores can be the bane of anybody’s life. They appear out of the blue but take longer to vanish and once you are infected with the virus it stays with you forever. Cold sores are usually caught by children and young adults between the ages of 1-15 years old and very often infection is due to having been kissed by someone with a cold sore. The general primary infection symptoms are fever and a sore mouth but it would seem that the under 5's can suffer from a range of symptoms including swollen or irritated gums with sores in and around the mouth, a sore throat and swollen glands, over production of saliva, fever, dehydration, nausea and headaches. The symptoms usually take a week to two to disappear although the sores do take longer to clear up. However, this does not usually occur again after the primary infection has passed. Adults, however, suffer from what is called pharyngotonsili-
tis (sore throat and swollen glands) or an illness such as glandular fever which can be accompanied by halitosis and painful yellow or grey centred sores in and around the mouth. Once infected, the virus travels away from the mouth via the facial nerves until it reaches a cluster of cells, called ganglia. Here, the virus lies dormant until provoked by a stressor. At least one in twelve people suffer reoccurring attacks which instead of attacking the membranes of the mouth, move outwards and attack the skin around the lips or the lips themselves. The reason that most cold sores occur in the same spot is that this little virus likes to travel up and down well-used routes. Most people experience a tingling, burning or itching sensation before the cold sores arrive which initially are small fluid filled sores. Unfortunately, they become
bigger causing irritation, pain and they also weep but usually scab or crust over within 48 hours of the initial symptoms. Even without medication they usually clear within seven to fourteen days but remain contagious from the moment they burst until completely healed and people should avoid direct contact with the area until the sore has completely healed. Little is still known about what really triggers these outbreaks but many believe that the virus reacts to certain stresses such as fatigue/ tiredness, sunlight, psychological and emotional stress, menstruation and the wind. Unfortunately, the cold sore virus has some nasty companions. It can cause dehydration, especially in children, and it is possible for the virus to spread to other parts of the body including the fingers (whitlow fingers) where it creates painful sores and blisters on the fingers and usually occurs when the virus has entered a cut or graze on the hand. Luckily, it is easily treatable through antiviral medication. Not so nice, and this is a major reason for not touching your eyes when you have a cold sore, is Herpetic keratoconjunctivitis which causes
inflammation and soreness in the eye and produces small sores in the eyelids. If left untreated, the cornea can become infected and lead to blindness. The general treatment for cold sores is via antiviral creams and gels which are available without prescription from your chemist, but which are only affective on the cold sore and should not be used on a daily basis as a preventative. Research shows that cold sores clear
up in about the same time whether or not you use some form of medication. However, if your cold sores are severe or you suffer from a weakened immune system, you should seek help from your GP. Although you cannot prevent them from occurring, you can reduce the risk of re-infection by ensuring that you only touch the sores when applying a cream or gel. Ensure that you dab the preparation on and not rub it in so not to damage
already very sensitive skin. Always wash your hands before and after touching the sore and DO NOT share your creams and cosmetics such as lipsticks with other people due to the risk of cross infection. As sad as this may seem, you need to avoid kissing and make sure that you are careful around newborn babies, pregnant women and people who have vulnerable immune systems. Cold sores… the by-product of a nasty little virus.
August 2013
SETTING GOALS - Why wouldn’t you?
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here has the year 2013 gone? I do not believe that I’ve known a year to go so fast. With the year having gone that quickly, did you set goals for 2013? Or, is Goal Setting something that you have never done, and will never do? For me, it is like going somewhere and not planning in advance how you’re going to get there and what you are going to do once you get there. I want to enjoy my life to the full and I want to think in advance about all those things that I want to achieve in the next 12 months. So, goal setting is a part of my life. It is now midDecember as I write this article, and within the next five days I will have written down my goals for the year 2014. These goals will not just be those that relate to business but also for my social life. It is critical that we all get that work/life balance correct. Having something written down increases the probability that you will take the appropriate action and get it right. Let’s be honest, there is no reason why we all can’t have a great year, and it all starts with YOU. My simple one liner is “If it’s to be , it’s up to ME” I am therefore going to set YOU a challenge. I want
YOU to write down one or more goals that you would like to achieve in 2014. In fact, to make sure that you take action, I want you to spend the next five minutes to think about what you would like to achieve in 2014, and write down your thoughts. In exchange for you doing that, I am going to help you achieve your goals using the method SMART. This is an acronym that stands for Specific, Memorable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely. For the purpose of this article, let’s consider your Number One goal is, I want to lose some weight. Is this statement SPECIFIC? No, of course it isn’t, and that’s why people who state this at the beginning of a New Year, do not lose weight. What about the statement, “I want to lose 11lb by the end of March 2014”. This is definitely not a general statement, but is very specific. The goal must be MEASURABLE. Knowing the end result, then you must be able to track your progress. In this instance, you might set some targets along the way, e.g. to have stopped eating certain foods by the end of January. It’s up to you. By experiencing the achievements along the way, you will be inspired to go on and achieve your end goal. When I wanted to
lose some weight in 2013, I gave up eating chocolate and potatoes. Provided that you plan how you’re going to reach your goal and set yourself meaningful steps along the way, then you will set ATTAINABLE goals. If you know WHY you want to achieve a goal, then you will determine HOW to reach that goal. A willingness on your part to work hard to achieve your goal will in turn make it REALISTIC. This is precisely why a lot of people never achieve their goal, because they not only don’t have a WHY, but aren’t prepared to work hard to achieve their goal. How about a WHY of “I want to feel much healthier”. The specific goal in this instance is “I want to lose 11lb by the end of March 2014”, and therefore is definitely TIMELY, as the March date has that sense of urgency for the goal to be achieved sooner rather than never. There is now no excuse for YOU not to achieve any goal for 2014 , provided that you commit to writing down a goal that has statements showing how it is Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely. If you would like more tips on Goal Setting, then email me on eric@thebrit.co.uk You won’t regret it. GOOD LUCK!!
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The Look
with Cathy Bartram Coat Crush
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f you are still on the hunt for a perfect coat, take a look in the sales for one with a little ‘wow’ factor. In this, I mean, serious style in the shape of a panel coat, from plain colours to coloured stripes or even tartan; these beauties have a sophisticated cloth from the shoulder to the hip and then, a plane panel in a different colour or fabric, hip to below the knee… very chic!!!
Chelsea Boots Makeover
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t's time to boot up and keep warm and the Chelsea boot is back in eye-catching winter whites, but those of you
who want a more toned down look, you will find them in a multitude of colours as well as staple black or brown.
Best Beauty Recommendation Time for Balmy skin!!!
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Happy New Year everyone!! - Wrap-up warm and enjoy the Sales... January Hat Walk
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anuary is one of winter’s coolest months so hats are hip and I'm loving the hat trends with hairstyles to match. Wear a ponytail with a beret, a
knotted bun with a cap, long and luscious curls with a wide brim floppy hat and not forgetting short hair, wear a trendy beanie, turban or headband.
This winter season, we have got the coolest caps ever, so don't just whack on any old baseball number, oh no, it has to be textured, fluffy, leather or patent.
he latest anti-aging trend is yet another oil but this time from Africa called Marula Oil. It is extracted from the nut of the Marula tree. Neroli infused Marula Oil is a natural, cold pressed, light textured facial oil blend that is easily absorbed into
skin. Rich in vitamins C + E and natural antioxidants that help cells renew and resist damage. It is able to penetrate deeply leaving the skin supple and radiant; reduces redness and protects it from the harsh elements. I think this is a ‘must try’ at around £60.
Get it Nailed with these manicure tips... • Make your manicure last and last by wiping nails with an acetone-based cleanser before you apply polish to rid any excess oils or dirt and your perfectly polished manicure will last much longer.
• Add a top coat to freshly painted nails, and then again once they are dry, then to make doubly sure they are
dry add a drizzle of oil to each nail. This makes your nail polish less likely to chip and will ensure it lasts longer.
• If you run out of nail polish remover, you can remove cracked or chipped nail polish by applying a clear top coat to the nail and removing it promptly with a cotton ball… nice one when you are away!!
If I can help with your style, e-mail me at: cathy@thebrit.co.uk
January 2014
| Fiscal Matters August 2013 | 15
Delaware Limited Liability Companies - Pros & Cons
Part nº3
Capital Gains Treatment (This is the final article in the series)
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he widespread use of Delaware LLCs in Portugal came as a direct replacement of socalled “Black-listed” Offshore Companies that were driven away by punitive measures in fiscal legislation. A decade ago, it became a common response to “redomicile” a Gibraltar or similar company to Delaware, avoiding severe tax penalties inflicted on “Offshore” structures. In the years since, the practice has continued, often with little concern about eventual consequences. One such outcome has crystallised in potential buyers’ current hesitance to accept the fragile points common to many Delaware LLCs, such as underlying Capital Gains Tax liabilities. Let us examine the facts associated with Capital Gains assessment of a Delaware LLC. 1) If a Delaware LLC sells a Portuguese property, how is Capital Gains Tax calculated? As a flow-through company, tax is assessed directly to the Owners, not to the Company. Since the sale of a Portuguese property is a chargeable event under Portuguese fiscal law, the profit should first be declared in Portugal. The taxable gain is calculated under
“IRC” rules and subsequently reported on the appropriate “IRS” form. These rules permit adjustment for inflation as well as deduction of necessary expenses. If the Company re-invests the proceeds of the sale into another property, there is a 50% exclusion on the taxable gain assessed to the shareholders. If the Owners are not tax residents in Portugal, the “IRS” tax rate will be 25%. If resident, the gain is added to other sources of income and final tax calculated at marginal rates (14.5% - 48%). For non-residents, if a tax treaty is in place between Portugal and country of the Owners’ tax residence, double taxation is normally eliminated by the country of residence by means of international tax credits. 2) If the shares of a Delaware LLC are sold, how is Capital Gains Tax calculated? CGT should be due in jurisdiction of tax residence of the Sellers or “members” of the Company. Normally, the gain will be determined by the net difference between purchase and selling prices with no adjustment for inflation. Keep in mind several potential pitfalls:
a) Original share values were often kept artificially low to limit liability. There could be a “boomerang effect” that could exaggerate the assessable Capital Gain. b) Conversely, original share values may not reflect building costs or capital improvements made to the property over time. If proper procedures in record keeping or basic management practices were lax or absent altogether over the years, gaps in the record could potentially open the door to overstatement of long-term tax liabilities. CONCLUSION We all realise that there is neither an ideal nor a universal solution to any situation. This is why it is essential that you study the pros and cons of each position to understand which factors may or may not be relevant to your individual circumstances. For some, the flexibility and liability protection may attract some owners to a LLC. On the other hand, potentially burdensome tax obligations, far-reaching international repercussions and perplexing ambiguity may tip the scales negatively for others. It is for each buyer to choose and make an informed decision.
Dennis Swing Greene is Chairman and International Fiscal Consultant for euroFINESCO s.a. Private consultations can be scheduled at in Guia (Albufeira) 289561333, Lisbon (Chiado) 21342421 and in Funchal (Sé), Madeira 291221095 by e-mail at: info@eurofinesco.com or on the internet at: www.eurofinesco.com
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A Sweet Quest - Baklava
So often, when deciding what to cook at home, whether to impress for a dinner party, family gathering or simple enjoyment, we tend to shy away from preparing desserts at home. They are either deemed too time consuming or complicated…
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ere is a recipe for Baklava that is simple, tasty and a favourite for all occasions. This simple formula is time tested; in fact, it is thought that its popularity grew in the court of the Ottoman Emperor where it was perfected in the kitchens of the Topkapi Palace in Instanbul. Its actual origins are lost in history but it is thought the origins of the word comes from the Mongolian meaning to wrap up or pile up and was first found used in the English language in 1650. The earliest written description of the dessert can be found in the health manual called Yinshan Zhenyao, written by Husihui, the Turkish physician to the Mongol Court of the Yuan dynasty in 1330. Over the many years, Baklava has been interpreted in many similar ways
RECIPE - Makes 30 pieces. Ingredients (PASTRY) 260g of filo pastry (20 sheets) 230g melted unsalted butter 680g of finely chopped walnuts, pistachios and almonds 55g sugar 2 tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp ground cloves Ingredients (SYRUP) 350g sugar 350ml of water 120ml of honey 2 tsp of lemon juice Method
on its journey through different countries such as Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Serbia, Albania, Greece, Armenia, Cyprus, Afghanistan, Israel,
Georgia, Iran, Syria, Jordan and Lebanon. Although it is only in Turkey that Antep Baklava was registered for geo-
graphical indication in 2008, which in 2013 was registered as a Protected Geographical Indication by the European Commission.
Brush a 33cm x 23cm baking tray with the melted butter and lay 9 sheets of filo pastry in the bottom of the tray, brushing each with butter before laying down the next. Mix the dry ingredients of nuts, sugar, cinnamon and cloves in a bowl and spread half of this over the pastry before covering with two buttered sheets of pastry. Spread the remaining mixture on the pastry and cover with the remaining 9 buttered sheets of filo pastry. Trim the pastry to fit the baking tray and take a sharp knife to cut into diamond-
shaped pieces. Before putting into the preheated oven at 190ºC, sprinkle the top of the pastry with water. Bake for 60 minutes and check regularly. If the top browns too much, then cover with foil. Mix the ingredients for the syrup in a saucepan and bring to the boil for between 10 to 15 minutes before allowing to cool. Remove the Baklava from the oven and re-cut the diamond shapes before gently spooning the syrup over the top, ensuring that it fills the cut gaps. Leave to rest so that all the syrup is absorbed.
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Sommelier Secrets By Veronica Meadows
Understanding wine labels W
ine labels are a veritable minefield with their jazzy, deceptively simple, artistic, mysterious and confusing labels and for this month I thought I would give you a few pointers about them and the information they provide. Wine producers are clever these days and many will change the labels on their bottles every year to keep them modern and attractive knowing that certain age brackets and buyers will be put off by ‘stuffy labels’ and will want to buy something that looks modern, sharp and interesting. This is especially important at attracting buyers, especially those who simply look at a long line of labels and choose the one that appeals to them the most. But what is the wine producer trying to tell us via the label? - and remember, there can be several labels on one bottle. For the purpose of this article, I selected two bottles of red wine from my local supermarket. One I bought just because I liked the modern label, and the second because the label looked more adult and sensible. Both bottles cost between €2 - €3 and I will refer to them as bottle A and bottle B. The first thing to remember with labels is that they vary from country to country, new world and old world as well as regional, so for this guide, I am really just going to give you the basics. One of the things I always look for is the grape variety or the appellation (place of origin rather than variety). These will give you an indication of the body and complexity of the wine such as rich, intense, bold and full bodied: of course, you can cheat and
simply read the blurb on the label on the back of the bottle. Although the translation can sometimes be amusing to read, they do provide the consumer with an idea of what they will hopefully taste and quite often include food-matching suggestions. The labels on my two bottles gave very different information. On bottle A, the grape varieties are listed while bottle B simply states that the wine is made from ‘traditional varieties’ which actually includes Touriga Nacional and Castelão, the same as bottle A. The label should also tell you from which region the wine has
of thumb is that unless you know a wine keeps well you should drink it fairly quickly. If you want to lay down wines for a later date such as a wedding, anniversary or birthday, seek expert advice on purchasing and storing wines. As for type, well, most people think in terms of red, white or rosé - but don’t forget verde (green), sparkling and champagnes. Also, most bottles will tell you if it is a red or white wine and although some can be offended by this, don’t be, because under shop lighting conditions white wines can look deceptively red if they are in dark bot-
come from. Bottle A was a Lisbon wine while bottle B was a Douro. The wines’ alcohol content will also appear at the front, back or front and back of the bottle and a quick rule of thumb is that the higher the alcohol level, 14% and above, the more full bodied the wine will be. Wines with lower alcohol contents tend to be sweeter. Bottle A listed the alcohol content twice while bottle B only once. The vintage/type indicates when the wine was produced. Again, the rule
tles. Bottle A had red wine written in three languages while bottle B merely stated it was ‘Tinta’. You will also notice that the labels on some Portuguese wines include the word ‘Reserva’. This simply means that a wine has undergone extra aging but provides little information about how long the wine has been aged. If you are looking for quality assurance the following appellation abbreviations show that the wine is of a higher quality or special wine; On some bottles these will be shown on
a separate label at the back of the bottle and merely state the region i.e. ‘Douro’ followed by ‘DOC’. Bottle A didn’t contain any additional information but bottle B stated that the wine was a ‘Douro DOC’. Portugal: Denominação de Origem Controlada (DOC) or Indicação de Proveniencia Regulamentada (IPR) Spain: Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOC) or Denominación de Origen (DO) France: Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) Italy: Denominazione di Origine Controllata
e Garantita (DOCG) or Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC). These are just the basics and at the end of the day the choice is yours and with so many good reasonably priced Portuguese wines available you can have fun experimenting and deciding on which grape and regions you like and then, when you know what you like, you can start choosing other wines either containing the grape varieties or that are produced from a region you like. At the end of the day the choice is yours… Cheers!
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Must See / Do
With Cassie Temple
São Vicente T
his month, I am taking you to the north of the island to São Vicente. This is a very beautiful part of the island with its rolling mountains and hanging mists which give the mountains a certain ethereal quality and also make it advisable to take an extra layer of clothing. There are three ways to get to the town. The first is by car, bus or taxi. Once you’ve left the ‘via rapida’ the journey quickly winds its way around and through the mountains giving you ample chance to see the differences between Funchal and its rural neighbours. Having reached São Vicente, two of the most popular attractions are either the beach or the caves. The beach is becoming more and more popular not only with sun worshippers but with surfers as the pebble beach apparently makes the conditions just right and surfers from all over Europe come and test the waters. The caves have undergone a dramatic development from when I first visited them and
they are the best examples of underground lava channels to be found in Madeira. It is believed that the lava f low occurred some 400,000 years ago but it wasn’t until 1885 that they were discovered. If you are interested in geology or simply interested in caves, they are well worth a visit. Of course, if it is warm enough then you can take advantage of the town’s beaches while artists and photographers will have
a wealth of material to record from the mountains, churches, street scenes and of course, the sea, which is often far more dramatic than its southern counterpart. There is a wildness about it that makes it so invigorating and powerful that a bit of sea watching may be just what you need to help you unwind. Make sure you give yourself time to wander around the town and enjoy a cup of coffee
or two. After that you can make the decision to go on further to either Porto Moniz or if you feel like exploring then why not meander on to Ponta Delgada which, if nothing more, gives you the opportunity of driving through one of the antique tunnels, which are rough hewn and often accompanied by mini waterfalls. Years ago, we used to drive under them simply to wash the car! The short drive to Ponta Delgada also gives you the opportunity to drive on one of the old coastal roads which allows you to step back in time for a couple of minutes. And of course, if you are exploring then why not stop off at one of the local cafés/ bars for a quick snack or cup of coffee. If you are heading east, you can then drive on to Arco São Jorge and Santana and then make your way slowly back to Funchal. It’s a long day if you take your time but there are so many places to see and so much beautiful scenery that it is well worth the effort.
No matter what type of transport you take, just make sure you take an extra layer of clothing
and waterproofs as the weather can change very quickly. Bon Voyage…
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JANUARY’S NOT-TO-BE-MISSED EVENTS 5th January
Cantar os Reis - Twelfth Night Songs
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he musical group “Encontros de Eira” Cultural Association, who are dedicated to the traditional music of Madeira, will be producing and organising this concert. The traditional Twelfth Night songs will be performed in the auditorium of the Municipal Gardens, which will mark the end of the Christmas and New Year festivities. The songs are a selection of those which are typical from when the groups went door-to-door at this time of year. The performance is held on January 5th at 8pm.
10th to 15th January
Feast of Santo Amaro
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his is the first major religious festivity of the year and is held in Santa Cruz. A time for taking down the Nativity scenes, known as “lapinhas” and “sweeping the larder clean”. It is a time for making a fresh start for the year ahead and is marked with friends and families visiting each other’s homes. Although held throughout the island it is in Santa Cruz where the main festivity takes place in honour of its patron saint.
26th January
Panelo Feast
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eld in Chão da Ribeira do Seixal near to Porto Moniz, this Madeiran tradition takes place on the last Sunday morning of the month of January. Families come together to prepare the “Panelo”, a culinary dish of vegetables and black pudding. The festivities play to a backdrop of live entertainment and stalls selling food and drink.
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Music | Gig Guide
By: Dave Bartram
Music News
Gig Guide
Springsteen Lyrics net huge sum
A Yuletide guide to the top ‘Live’ music venues in Madeira
Metallica make history in Antarctica
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hand-written lyric sheet of Bruce Springsteen’s 1975 classic “Born to Run,” has sold at an auction held by Sotheby’s for a staggering 197,000 US Dollars. Formerly owned by the Boss’s ex-manager Mike Appel, the
identity of neither seller nor buyer were revealed, with the winning bid tendered by telephone on behalf of the mystery purchaser. The manuscript is said to be one of two authenticated as including the rock anthems most famous lines.
S heavy metal giants Metallica have become the first professional band in history to perform on every continent after a unique concert in Antarctica to an audience of just 100 spectators, all head-phoned to protect the environment. Held inside a transparent Edome on Argentina’s Carlini base, the ground-breaking event took place in broad daylight due to the southernmost location, powered by a generator but without amplifiers or loudspeakers. The concert was streamed live to the band’s website and is expected to be made available on DVD later in 2014.
Album of the Month (released January 20th) “UNCOVERED” - Beth Nielsen Chapman
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S singer-songwriter, Beth, kicks off the New Year with a delightful batch of her own compositions previously written for a bevy of other artists, though unusually never recorded by the Nashville based tunesmith herself.
Album highlights are the quirky “This Kiss”, (originally a worldwide success for Faith Hill), “Almost Home”, (Mary Chapin Carpenter) and “Nothin’ I Can Do About It Now”, (Willie Nelson). A warm-hearted record and highly recommended! Rating:
HOLE IN ONE - Nightly live music SCAT FUNCHAL JAZZ CLUBE - Classy live jazz at weekends FX CLUB (Avenida do Mar) - Live band at weekends MOYNIHANS - Live music at weekends CASINO BAR - Live band Friday nights CAPOEIRA PUB (Caniço de Baixo) - Live music on Fridays & Fado on Sundays VENDA DO VAZILHA (Estrada das Eiras, Caniço) - Occasional live bands on a Saturday night MARCELINOS (Old town) - Authentic Portuguese Fado at weekends BABEL DISKOOL (Cançela) - Ladies Night Wednesdays & Latina Night Thursdays SABOR A FADO (Old Town) - Nightly Fado O MOLHE (The Pier) - Alfresco club nights at weekends Any musicians or venues wishing to publicise dates or events on the island, please feel free to contact me courtesy of THE BRIT, and I’ll do my level best to give you a mention.
New Album Releases MIKE OLDFIELD - “Man on the Rocks” (released 27th Jan) YOU ME AT SIX - “Cavalier Youth” (27th Jan) DAVID CROSBY - “Croz” (27th Jan) SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTER - “Wanderlust” (20th Jan) THE RIFLES - “None the Wiser” (27th Jan) BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN - “High Hopes” (13th Jan) MOGWAI - “Rave Tapes” (20th Jan) DEL AMITRI - “Waking Hours” (20th Jan) BETH NIELSEN CHAPMAN - “Uncovered” - See left side
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MUSIC / DANCE
EXHIBITIONS
“Music in Chapels” January 3 and 25 - 8.00pm Cycle of Concerts January 3 – Harp & Violin Duo Chapel of São Sebastião - Ponta do Sol January 25 - Roberto Moritz & Friends Church of Santo António - Ponta do Sol
“The Madeira of Isabella of France - Diary of a journey” Until January 18 Tuesday to Saturday: 10.00a.m – 5.30pm Temporary watercolours exhibition and diary around the staying of Isabella in the Island in 1853-54 House-Museum Frederico de Freitas Calçada de Santa Clara, 7 - Funchal Telephone: 291 202 570
“Associação Amigos do Conservatório de Música da Madeira” presents: January 26 – 6.00pm Concert within Porto Bay’s Group Chocolate and Madeira Wine Event Piano Recital – Cinzia Bartoli (Italy) Chopin, Debussy, Ravel & Piazzolla Baltazar Dias Municipal Theatre - Funchal
“Household equipment: “Illumination” Until january 19 Tuesday to Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm Saturday to Sunday: 10.00am – 12.30pm; 1.30pm – 5.30pm Project: “Access to the museum’s collections” Madeira Ethnographic Museum - Atrium Telephone: 291 952 598 Rua de São Francisco, 24 - Ribeira Brava
“The 20th century 40’s & 50’s – Photography overlook on Madeira’s Army” Until February 28 Monday to Saturday: 10.00am – 12.30pm; 2.00pm – 5.30pm Exhibition within the Celebrations of the Army Day Contemporary Art Museum of Funchal Fortaleza de São Tiago - Funchal Tel.: 291 213 340
“Traditional Madeiran Christmas Cribs” Until March 30 Tuesday to Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm Saturday to Sunday: 10.00am – 12.30pm; 1.30pm – 5.30pm Madeira Ethnographic Museum – Temporary Exhibitions Room Rua de São Francisco, 24 - Ribeira Brava Telephone: 291 952 598
“Madeira’s Regional Archives: Christmas Memories” Until January 17 Madeira Regional Archives – Entrance-Hall Caminho dos Alámos, 35 - Funchal Telephone: 291 708 400
MIAB - Madeira International Art Biennale 2014 January 16 Electricity Museum – “Casa da Luz” Rua da Casa da Luz, 2 - Funchal January 17 Cruise Ships Terminal - Madeira Maritime Platform , Funchal’s Harbour January 20 “Casa da Cultura de Santana” Sítio do Barreiro - Santana
Museums / Attractions to visit
Contemporary Art Museum Rua do Portão de São Tiago - Funchal Madeira Ethnographic Museum Rua de São Francisco 24 - Ribeira Brava Christopher Columbus House, Porto Santo Museum Travessa da Sacristia, 2 & 4 - Porto Santo Museum of Sacred Art Rua do Bispo 21 - Funchal Vicentes Photography Museum Rua da Carreira 43 - 1º - Funchal House-Museum Frederico de Freitas Calçada de Santa Clara, 7 - Funchal Fernando Augusto Theatre-theca Theatre and Performative Art’s Library Teatro Experimental do Funchal Rua do Hospital Velho, 42 - Funchal Quinta das Cruzes Museum Calçada do Pico 1 - Funchal Universe of Memories - João Carlos Abreu Calçada do Pico, 2 - Funchal Mário Barbeito de Vasconcelos Library Museum Avenida Arriaga, 48 - Funchal São Francisco Wine Lodges Avenida Arriaga, 28 - Funchal Whale Museum Largo Manuel Alves - Caniçal Natural History Museum Quinta do Meio / Bom Sucesso - Funchal Sugar Museum Praça Colombo, 5 - Funchal Henrique and Francisco Franco Museum Rua João de Deus, 13 - Funchal São Lourenço Palace Avenida Zarco - Funchal Madeira Wine Institute Museum Rua 5 de Outubro, 78 - Funchal Embroidery Museum Rua Visconde Anadia, 44 - Funchal Municipal Museum of Funchal Palácio de São Pedro Rua da Mouraria, 31- Funchal Mary Jane Wilson Museum Rua do Carmo, 61 - Funchal Toy Museum Rua da Levada dos Barreiros, 48 - Funchal Electricity Museum - Casa da Luz Rua da Casa da Luz, 2 - Funchal Santa Clara Convent Calçada de Santa Clara, 15 - Funchal Madeira Story Centre Rua D.Carlos I, 27,29 - Funchal Palheiro Gardens Caminho da Quinta do Palheiro, 32 - Funchal
Library of Foreign Cultures “Christmas at the House of the Calçada” Until January 18 Tuesday to Saturday: 10.00a.m – 5.30pm House-Museum Frederico de Freitas Calçada de Santa Clara, 7 - Funchal Telephone: 291 202 570
New Year’s Concert “Orfeão Madeirense” January 5 – 6.30pm Church of Carmo - Funchal
“Portraits of Prazeres” Until January 19 Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays: 10.00am –1.00pm; 2.00pm – 6.00pm By Camilla Watson Part of the photography works is place and spread throughout the locality walls and another part inside the gallery Sítio da Igreja, Prazeres - Calheta Telephone: 291 822 204
“Packages, conservation and transport: Tinplate boxes” january 21 to July 20 Tuesday to Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm Saturday to Sunday: 10.00am – 12.30pm; 1.30pm – 5.30pm Project: “Access to the museum’s collections” Madeira Ethnographic Museum - Atrium Rua de São Francisco, 24 - Ribeira Brava Telephone: 291 952 598
The Library of Foreign Cultures is a public institution with the support of the Embassies of the Countries represented in the premises. Most of the collections are mainly from donations. The aim of this library is to spread the different cultures, enriching our own culture and, at the same time, educating and informing. Each room of the library embraces all the different areas of Knowledge, and its catalogue is organised according to author/title/subject, under the Dewey Decimal Classification - DDC. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pm Quinta Magnólia Rua Dr. Pita, 9000-089 -Funchal Tel.: 291 211830 Ext: 233 Fax: 291 763 637 E-mail: bce.drac@madeira-edu.pt
| January 2014 August 2013 22 Brit of Fun
A Brit of Fun! 1
Sudoku
3
Spot the difference (5)
Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column and each 3-by-3 block contain all of the digits, 1 through to 9. If you use logic you can solve the puzzle without guesswork.
2
Crossword Figure Puzzle
By courtesy of Sheila Toney
ACROSS
DOWN
1. 18 across plus 8 down
1. 23 down plus 18 across
4. See 12 down
2. Two thirds of 27 down
6. 25 down squared
3. 4 down squared
9. 1 across minus 24 across
4. Three times 26 down
11. 7 down squared
5. Seven times 13 across
12. 15 across plus two
7. Mean of 21 across and 8 down
13. Its digits total ten
8. Last two digits of 11 across
15. Mean of 8 down and 22 down
10. 16 across times 26 down
16. Five times 21 down
12. 4 across times 18 across
17. 1 across times 23 down
14. 25 down minus half of 24 across
18. Twice 12 across
15. First two digits are the same
20. Twice 22 down
19. 27 down squared
21. First two digits of 21 down
21. 28 across rearranged
22. Four times 1 down
22. 23 down minus one
24. 7 down plus 26 down
23. Same as 24 across
26. 29 across squared
25. Five times 22 down
28. 21 across times 8 down
26. Three fifths of 21 across
29. Seven times 26 down
27. 26 down reversed
4
Kakuro Puzzle Kakuro puzzles are like a cross between a crossword and a Sudoku puzzle. Instead of letters, each block contains the digits 1 through 9. The same digit will never repeat within a word. If you add the digits in a word, the sum will be the number shown in the clue. Clues are shown on the left and right sides of “across” words, and on the top and bottom sides of “down” words.
August 2013
5
Maze
January | Brit of 2014 Fun| 23
Nymphomaniac Convention
A
man boarded an aircraft at London's Heathrow Airport for New York, and taking his seat as he settled in, he noticed a very beautiful woman boarding the plane. He realised she was heading straight toward his seat and bingo - she took the seat right beside him. “Hello”, he blurted out. “Business trip or vacation?” She turned, smiled enchantingly and said: “Business. I'm going to the annual Nymphomaniac convention in the United States”. He swallowed hard. Here was the most gorgeous woman he had ever seen sitting next to him, and she was going to a meeting for nymphomaniacs! Struggling to maintain his composure, he calmly asked: “What's your business role at this convention?” “Lecturer”, she responded. “I use my experience to disprove some of the popular myths about sexuality...”
Solutions 1
"Really", he smiled, “what myths are those?”
2
“Well”, she explained, “one popular myth is that African-American men are the most well-endowed when, in fact, it's the Native American Indian who is most likely to possess that trait. Another popular myth is that French men are the best lovers, when actually it is the men of Greek descent. We have also found that the best potential lovers in all categories are the Irish.” Suddenly, the woman became uncomfortable and blushed. “I'm sorry”, she said. “I really shouldn't be discussing this with you, I don't even know your name!” “Tonto”, the man said. “Tonto Papadopoulos, but my friends call me Paddy.”
Holy Bear!
A
n atheist was walking through the woods. “What majestic trees!” “What powerful rivers!” “What beautiful animals!” He said to himself.
3
As he was walking alongside the river, he heard a rustling in the bushes behind him. He turned to look. He saw a 7-foot grizzly bear charge towards him. He ran as fast as he could up the path. He looked over his shoulder and saw that the bear was closing in on him. He looked over his shoulder again and the bear was even closer. He tripped and fell on the ground. He rolled over to pick himself up but saw that the bear was right on top of him, reaching for him with his left paw and raising his right paw to strike him... At that instant, the atheist cried out: “Oh my God!
4
Time stopped. The bear froze. The forest was silent. As a bright light shone upon the man, a voice came out of the sky: “You deny my existence for all these years, teach others I don't exist and even credit creation to cosmic accident.” “Do you expect me to help you out of this predicament?” “Am I to count you as a believer?”
The atheist looked directly into the light; “It would be hypocritical of me to suddenly ask you to treat me as a Christian now, but perhaps you could make the BEAR a Christian?” “Very well”, said the voice. The light went out. The sounds of the forest resume… and the bear dropped his right paw, brought both paws together, bowed his head and spoke: “For what I am about to receive, may the Lord make me truly thankful, Amen.” Jokes by courtesy of Mark Warnock
24 Flora/Fauna | January 2014 August 2013
Sport… Don’t Knock It! Safety glasses for Blu-Tac… conkers banned in the playground and now we are supposed to wrap our children in cotton wool if they approach a bat or ball... The JC Chambers Column
C
ontact sports for younger children and adolescents has come under scrutiny and a suggestion has been made to ban heading footballs or taking part in any form of contact sports what so ever. The campaigners cite incidents of concussion or repeated blows to the head as a cause of head or brain illnesses (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) CTE in later life, but many of these have happened from sports such as ice hockey, wrestling or American football where the contact is the game rather than as a consequence of the sport. There is always a risk in sport, but it is a controlled risk which has many years of heritage and safety to back it up. Before more do gooders get on the band wagon, maybe they should consider a couple of the other growing risks to our childrens’ health and wellbeing, whom society puts them in contact with on a daily basis. Obesity is a silent disease that is a growing problem with the youth of today, especially in the children that are pre-teen. This affects more children than who actually play sport. In fact, it is more
than probably as a direct consequence of not being encouraged to play more sport. So, we are worried about contact sport but accept an unhealthy diet and sedentary way of life. It is an unbalanced point of view. We are restricting the options available to children. What about smoking? European figures show that 90% of smokers start under 20 years of age and increasingly younger, with 12% of 15-year-olds admitting to be regular smokers and 20% of 16-year-olds smoking 13 cigarettes or more per day. Smoking accounts for more than 80,000 deaths in the UK each year, as a total in the EU it is over 700,000 deaths per year. In 15 years, that is the equivalent of the population of Portugal dead through smokingrelated diseases. It is hard to imagine that many people dead through contact sports. It is not to say that there should be a cavalier attitude towards our childrens’ well-being, but sport should not be hampered or ruined by an over anxious attitude, after all, it is played by choice and not obligation. This does not mean that sport is without risk but
there is awareness. For example, the International Rugby Board take the positive attitude of implementing safety measures rather than banning the sport and the Football
Association advises the use of ‘size 3’ balls for under-15’s, before using the full-size ball. Let us not lose sight that sport is exactly that. It is a metaphor for life,
teamwork, success, competitiveness, commitment and endurance are all part of our childrens’ life preparation. The point is that if we really want to help our
children then let us concentrate on what will give them the better protection and preparation for life. As for the critics of contact sports: Don’t contact us, we will contact you.
| Sport 25 | In-Depth
January August 2013 2014
EXTRA TIME Test your Knowledge of Football Law
Mal Davies
Q1. In a women’s game, a goalkeeper keeps a lucky teddy bear in the back of the net. After a fine save and the ball was cleared upfield she went to kiss the teddy bear. But the ball was intercepted and she was caught unawares by a long range goal-bound shot and, still clutching the teddy bear, she just manages to jump up and deflect the ball over the crossbar off teddy’s head. Does the referee: (a) send her off for denying a goal and restart with a dropped ball; (b) send her off and restart with an indirect free kick; (c) caution (yellow card) her and restart with a dropped ball; (d) caution (yellow card) her and restart with an indirect free kick? Q2. The ground was hard/frozen and the referee decides not to play the game. Both teams want the fixture played. Do you: (a) not play; (b) play, but get both teams to sign saying you are not responsible for any injuries; (c) play the game; (d) start the game, but tell the teams that if the conditions are dangerous then it will be abandoned. Q3. Correct or Incorrect: A penalty kick is awarded but before it can be taken, time expires. The referee extends time and allows the kick to be taken. The ball hits the underside of the crossbar, bounces out but spins back into goal. The referee awards the goal.
December Answers A1. (a) allow the goal. The team-mate is in an onside position in the first phase and the attacker who scores is onside in the second phase. The attacker who was in an offside position in the first phase did not gain an advantage. Gaining an advantage is defined in Law as being only from a rebound or deflection off an opponent. A2. (c). The groundsman must measure the 6 yds along the goal line from the inside of a goalpost to the outside of the line that is perpendicular to the goal line forming the goal area (6-yard box). A3. Incorrect. A team must have a goalkeeper. So, the referee cannot allow a team, which has had its goalkeeper sent off in the last minute of stoppage time, play without a goalkeeper. Email your answers to: extratime@thebrit.co.uk Winners will be published in next month’s issue of 'THE BRIT' and will receive the ‘madeiracard’ (discount card for Madeira).
Sport | January 2014 26 Opinions August 2013
The 19th Hole
Game On A
new year, and another new season on the various golf circuits around the world is on the way. The European Tour started their new season already last month in South Africa, and the early winners not only collected their trophy and the winner’s check, but also valuable Ryder Cup points. This year’s Ryder Cup in Gleneagles will no doubt be the highlight of the year. The Americans, still smarting from the humiliating defeat in Medinah will be looking for revenge, and they will
have a pretty strong team, captained by none other than the great Tom Watson himself. But it will not be an easy task. The Europeans will have the home advan-
tage, and with the likes of Henrik Stenson and Sergio Garcia, both of whom have found their form again, my money will be on the European team.
By: Michael Otto
Mixed Bag Sergio Garcia is back on track, when he won the Thailand Golf Championship in great style, beating Henrik Stenson by four shots. What was more remarkable, he did so with a new caddie, who also happens to be his girlfriend - Katharina Boehm, a German student who graduated from the College of Charleston last spring. She played on the golf team in college, so she has all the knowledge you'd want from a caddie. If this was just a one-off, nobody knows, but it certainly seemed to work well. Maybe she is the spark he was looking for.
The question of the year will undoubtedly be - will Tiger Woods win another Major? He certainly has the ability, and his good form earned him 5 victories last year, plus Player of the Year honours. However, when it came to playing in the
Majors his form seemed to desert him. The task is certainly not getting any easier, with so many good players trying to get their hands on any of these coveted trophies. How about Henrik Stenson or even Sergio winning a Major this year?
What’s Up in Palheiro...
A
cheque of €1,000 was recently presented to the Banco Alimentar (food bank) by Palheiro’s cap-
tain, Maria Stangl. Throughout the year of her captaincy, Maria has been a staunch supporter for this cause and a
big thanks goes to her and all the players who contributed to her charity. Well done Maria, keep up the good work.
| Feature | Kids Stuff 27
January August 20132014
Foreign source pensions exempt from income tax With the introduction of a special tax regime for “non habitual residents”, Portugal has become a destination of choice for many EU nationals…
N
ew arrivals in Portugal may be able to benefit from its Non Habitual Residents (NHR) scheme, which offers substantial tax exemptions for your first 10 years of residence. This scheme is open to workers as well as retirees who could potentially find their foreign pension income is tax free. To qualify, you must not have been tax resident of Portugal in any of the previous five tax years. You register for the scheme with the tax authorities and, once accepted, remain within the scheme for the next 10 years provided you continue to meet Portugal’s tax residency criteria. Income arising in Portugal Whilst the current top rate of income tax is 48%, under the Non Habitual Residents scheme you can opt for a special tax rate of 20% if your employment/self-employment income is derived from a “high
value-added activity”. These activities include, among others, architects, fiscal consultants, medical professionals, computer programmers, artists, musicians, and investors, administrators, managers and directors of companies involved in the listed sector. Income arising outside Portugal The scheme provides for tax exemptions (with progression) for foreign source income, provided certain conditions are met. These relate to whether the foreign income is, or could be, taxed in the state of source. Under the scheme, for-
eign pension income is exempt from Portuguese tax, provided it is taxed in another country under the terms of the double tax treaty, or is not regarded as Portuguese source income under domestic legislation. As most of the DTT’s in force grant exclusive taxation rights on pension income to the country of residence, in practice, foreign pension income may be excluded from taxation both in Portugal and in the country of source. The past few months have seen an increased number of enquiries for real estate purchase in conjunction
with this new law. Particularly the French, who are liable to up to 45% taxation on their pension income in France, are looking to enjoy their retirement in a country which offers them tax exemption for a period of 10 years, in addition to an amenable climate, low cost of living, excellent healthcare, low crime rate and good tourist infrastructure and communications links. The retirees in question, who are required to spend approx. 6 months a year in Portugal, will also positively affect the local economy as they will be living and consuming in the country.
This recent law will really begin to show its effect in 2014, as it becomes better known in non-EU countries as well as those within the EU zone. Note: it is important to take professional personalised advice to establish if this scheme would be advantageous to you. For further information, please contact Palheiro Real Estate on Email: real.estate@palheiroestate.com Tel : (+ 351) 291 794 015 www.palheirorealestate.com Anne Marchington
28 Sport | January 2014 Kids Stuff August 2013
The First Tee!
Tempo The key to consistent striking of the ball is to create a good tempo to suit your swing...
I
have always had a fast tempo where Luke Donald, for example, works on keeping a very smooth tempo throughout his game. We are all different and swing the club at very different speeds; the important thing is to find a tempo that suits you and try to repeat it with each club. It may seem strange, but can you make the same tempo with your putter as you do with
your driver? If you struggle to hold your balance throughout the swing, then more than likely your tempo is too fast. Good players are rarely off balance whilst striking the ball and it seems effortless. Their tempo is the key to the correct movement in the swing. When I was a junior learning the game, my old teacher always told us to try saying ‘fish and chips’ while you swing the club. Try
By: Dara Ford
Peter Mitchell Golf Academy Santo da Serra Golf Club. it when you are practicing next time, say it at various speeds and see which one suits your swing best. You will find after a while that saying it at normal speed you will find a better tempo. As January hurtles around the corner, we would just like to remind you that we provide a courtesy bus service for all our guests staying in Funchal. This month, we are introducing our new club hire offer and for further details please contact our reception: +351 291 550 100 or reservations@santodaserragolf.com While you’re with us, why not relax in our clubhouse and restaurant and take advantage of our daily specials and hot drink takeaway service – perfect for golfers on the go!
Photography Competition 2013
T
he winner of Photography competition is Carla Olivieira with an unique image of Santo da Serra Golf Club. Congratulations! New competitions will be announced in next month’s edition.
Christmas Dinner 2013
On December 6th, Santo da Serra Golf Club hosted Members Christmas Dinner. As in recent years, socialising with the presence of over 150 members and their families who, in turn, enjoyed a characteristic involvement throughout this holiday season. The awards were presented to the winners of the tournaments of this sports season by the President of Clube de Golf Santo da Serra. António Henriques thanked the presence of everyone at the dinner and announced
that in 2014, Clube de Golf Santo da Serra will organise more tournaments, many of them sponsored. He also announced that the Club will host a ‘Regional Circuit Businesses’ and praised the work done in the promotion and development of golf in the region through the Training Golf Schools and strengthening projects with local schools. Also announced was the book of stickers sponsored by BPI, where major artists are junior golfers of Santo da Serra.
| Football Fixtures 29 | In-Depth
January 2014 August 2013
SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP
ENGLISH PREMIERSHIP Wednesday, 1st January
FA CUP Wednesday, 8th January
Wednesday, 1st January
Swansea
v
Man City
12:45
Celtic
v
Partick Thistle
15:00
Arsenal
v
Cardiff
15:00
Dundee Utd
v
Aberdeen
15:00
Crystal Palace
v
Norwich
15:00
Inverness CT
v
Ross County
15:00
Tuesday, 14th January
Fulham
v
West Ham
15:00
Motherwell
v
St Johnstone
15:00
Liverpool
v
Hull
15:00
Southampton
v
Chelsea
15:00
Stoke
v
Everton
15:00
Sunderland
v
Aston Villa
15:00
West Brom
v
Newcastle
15:00
Man Utd
v
Tottenham
17:30
Saturday, 11th January Hull
v
Chelsea
12:45
Cardiff
v
West Ham
15:00
Everton
v
Norwich
15:00
Fulham
v
Sunderland
15:00
Southampton
v
West Brom
15:00
Tottenham
v
Crystal Palace
15:00
Man Utd
v
Swansea
17:30
Newcastle
v
Man City
14:05
Stoke
v
Liverpool
16:10
Monday, 13th January v
Arsenal
20:00
Sunderland
v
Southampton
12:45
Arsenal
v
Fulham
15:00
Crystal Palace
v
Stoke
15:00
Man City
v
Cardiff
15:00
Norwich
v
Hull
15:00
West Ham
v
Newcastle
15:00
Liverpool
v
Aston Villa
17:30
Saturday, 18th January
Sunday, 19th January Swansea
v
Tottenham
13:30
Chelsea
v
Man Utd
16:00
Bristol Rovers
19:45
Bournemouth
v
Burton
19:45
Charlton
v
Oxford Utd
19:45
Fulham
v
Norwich
19:45
Kilmarnock
v
St Mirren
15:00
MK Dons
v
Wigan
19:45
Hibernian
v
Hearts
19:45
Peterborough
v
Kidderminster
19:45
Plymouth
v
Port Vale
19:45
Preston
v
Ipswich
19:45
Saturday, 4th January Motherwell
v
Inverness CT
12:45
Sheff Wed
v
Macclesfield
19:45
Ross County
v
St Johnstone
15:00
Watford
v
Bristol City
19:45
St Mirren
v
Celtic
12:45
v
Blackburn
20:10
Dundee Utd
v
Hibernian
15:00
Hearts
v
Partick Thistle
15:00
Kilmarnock
v
Aberdeen
15:00
v
Hibernian
19:45
Hearts
v
Motherwell
15:00
Partick Thistle
v
Ross County
15:00
St Johnstone
v
St Mirren
15:00
v
Dundee Utd
12:45 v
Coventry
19:45
Bolton
v
Cardiff
15:00
Southampton
v
Yeovil
15:00
Southend
v
Hull
15:00
Stevenage
v
Everton
15:00
v
Stoke
Sunday, 5th January
Aberdeen
Wednesday, 15th January Man City
Saturday, 11th January
Sunday, 12th January Inverness CT
v
Everton
Friday, 24th January
Saturday, 18th January Aberdeen
v
Inverness CT
15:00
Celtic
v
Motherwell
15:00
Hibernian
v
St Mirren
15:00
Partick Thistle
v
Kilmarnock
15:00
Ross County
v
Dundee Utd
15:00
St Johnstone
v
Hearts
15:00
v
St Johnstone
19:45
Tuesday, 21st January Partick Thistle
Monday, 20th January West Brom
v
Friday, 10th January
Sunday, 12th January
Aston Villa
Thursday, 2nd January
Crawley
Arsenal Saturday, 25th January
Sunday, 26th January Chelsea
15:30
20:00 Saturday, 25th January Kilmarnock
v
Inverness CT
15:00
Man Utd
v
Cardiff
19:45
Motherwell
v
Aberdeen
15:00
Norwich
v
Newcastle
19:45
Ross County
v
Hearts
15:00
Southampton
v
Arsenal
19:45
St Mirren
v
Partick Thistle
15:00
Sunderland
v
Stoke
19:45
Swansea
v
Fulham
19:45
Sunday, 26th January
Crystal Palace
v
Hull
20:00
Hibernian
v
Celtic
12:45
Liverpool
v
Everton
20:00 v
St Johnstone
19:45
v
Kilmarnock
19:45
Tuesday, 28th January
FOOTBALL IN MADEIRA
Sunday, 12th January
Nacional
v
Gil Vicente
16:00
Monday, 27th January Wednesday, 29th January
Dundee Utd
Aston Villa
v
West Brom
19:45
Chelsea
v
West Ham
19:45
Wednesday, 29th January
Tottenham
v
Man City
19:45
Celtic
Please note: Above published fixtures were correct at time of going to press and are subject to change
Sunday, 19th January
Nacional
v
Estoril
16:00
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Holy Trinity Church
Regular Services at the Church (Times of Services)
OTHER ACTIVITIES Saturday Coffee Mornings: 10.30am – 1pm. Please come and join us in the Trinity Rooms, as it’s a great opportunity to meet people and make friends.
Sundays: 8am Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer). 11am Parish Communion (Common Worship) followed by a reception in our gardens. Please join us for a glass of Madeira, fruit juice or coffee accompanied by cake and biscuits.
H
oly Trinity was originally built for the use of the English community on the Island, in 1822. This beautiful and unusual Church is now part of the Anglican Diocese of Europe and caters for a wide cross section of people from many countries
and different Christian traditions, who would like a service in English. This is truly a 'House of Prayer for all Peoples', set in a tranquil garden. Ours is a very inclusive Church; whoever you are and from wherever you have come, you will find a warm welcome.
Chaplain: The Revd. Neil Dawson. Hon. Assis. Chaplain: The Revd. Judith Weston. Readers: Bill Weston & Michael Duckett. Churchwardens: Jonathan Calvert - (+351) 961 080 555 Bobbie Pote - (+351) 291 745 258
The English Church 18, Rua do Quebra Costas, 9000-034 Funchal | Tel: (+351) 291 220 674 Email: holytrinity.chaplain@gmail.com To find out more about us and for up to date news of these and other activities, please visit our website: www.holytrinity-madeira.org
Wednesdays - Bible Study - 11.30am - in the Parsonage, The Acts of the Apostles - followed by a simple lunch.
Wednesdays: 10.30am Holy Communion; Followed by coffee in the Parish Centre Library. Daily: Morning Prayer at 9am (Common Prayer). The Gardens and Church are open from 8.45am to 4.45pm Monday - Friday. On Saturdays and Sundays from 8.45am to 2pm. The historic British Cemetery, dating from the 18th Century on Rua da Carreira is open from 10am to 4.30pm weekdays only. Closed weekends. We endeavour to have the Church open for as much of this time as possible. MUSIC AT HOLY TRINITY
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
The Mandolin Orchestra of Madeira Fridays, 9pm. Tickets €20 - available from hotels and Touist Info centres, and on the door. L IPA NIC MU RDEN GA
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The Blue Danube Quartet Sundays, 6pm. Tickets €17.50, and on the door.
Funchal Baptist Church Services on Sundays from 11.00 to about 12.30 followed by refreshments upstairs in the church. Come and join us for sound Bible teaching and worship with modern and traditional songs. Our address is 126 Rua Silvestre Quintino de Freitas, 9050-097 Funchal. It is a little way uphill from the centre of Funchal but the 26 bus will bring you to our door in time for the service or it should be a cheap taxi ride. A detailed map and directions are in our leaflet available in most hotels and Tourist Information. News and map on www.funchalbaptistchurch.org www.madeirabaptist.blogspot.com Contacts: Pastor Edgar Potter IBFunchal@netmadeira.com Tel: 965 443 568 (mobile) or Roy Edens 961 041 705
Social Afternoons: Wednesdays, 3pm - 6pm in the Ranelow Library or garden. There is free tea, homemade cakes and an opportunity to play Bridge or other games. Please note that the Library is a reference/reading room only. Thursday, 30th (last Thursday of each month) 6.30pm: BINGO in the Trinity Rooms. Have some laughs, a drink and maybe win a prize. Your hosts are Larry & Gwen McElleny. AA - 7.30pm: Meetings every week. Contact number for further information: 916 409 609. A1-Anon - Mondays, 7.30pm: A Family Support group for people affected by issues around alcohol. Contact number for more information: 965 630 474. The Art & Craft Group: Tuesdays 2pm - 5pm For everyone interested in drawing, painting and handy crafts. In the Trinity Rooms (Parish Centre next to the Church). The sessions are informal and everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Thelma: thelma.s.fecitt@gmail.com For Church services and for all these events, free parking is available at the back of the Church.
The German Lutheran Church Services on Sundays - every 14 days at 16:00
in the Portuguese Presbyterian Church
For more information on services and events please see the Notice Board or contact: Theologian Ilse Everlien Berardo, Tel: (+351) 291 765913 Fax: (+351) 291 775189 E-mail: everlien@gmail.com
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