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Major earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale strikes off Spanish city of Malaga Hit 100 miles south-east of Malaga at 4.22am with depth of 20 miles Shallow quake was 40 miles north of the Moroccan city of Al Hoceima Quake 100 miles south of Gibraltar followed by 5.3-magnitude tremor

A major earthquake of magnitude 6.1 has struck this morning about 100 miles southeast of Malaga in Spain with a depth of 20 miles, the US Geological Survey said.

The quake in the Mediterranean hit at 4.22am UK time almost 40 miles north of the Moroccan city of Al Hoceima and 100 miles south of Gibraltar. It was followed by a 5.3-magnitude tremor.

The USGS said its initial impact assessment suggested there was ‘a low likelihood of casualties and damage’. In February 2004 a strong 6.3 earthquake that hit near Al Hoceima killed 631 people.

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4:22am UK time almost 40 miles north of the Moroccan city of Al Hoceima and 100 miles south of Gibraltar, the US Geological Survey said Malaga is a hugely popular tourist destination for millions of Britons, with temperatures in the coastal city around the 16C to 18C mark this week which will be up to 10C warmer than London.

It comes one day after an even stronger 6.8 magnitude quake struck southern Alaska yesterday, which saw several neighbourhoods evacuated after a gas explosion damaged four homes.

The earthquake struck 160 miles southwest of Anchorage, but the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center insisted it was not anticipating a destructive tsunami and that there was no threat to Hawaii.

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Spanish criminal sentenced to take part in identity parades

Forget prison or a hefty fine, one Spaniard has been ordered by a judge “to take part in police line-ups” after being found guilty of traffic offences.

In what many may see as a light punishment, a man caught driving without a licence was told he could avoid a six-month prison sentence and €775 fine if he agreed to undertake line-up duty.

He will have to be available between 9am and 3pm Monday to Thursday over a period of nine months starting in March and will only be called if he shares similar characteristics to the suspect.

The court in A Coruña in the northwestern region of Galicia made the deal under new guidelines issued by Spain’s Judicary and Ministry of Interior to allow offenders undertaking community service to be used in identity parades.

Police have long struggled to find volunteers to take part in identity parades which involve a witness or victim attempting to pick out a suspect from a line-up of similar individuals.

The sentence, the first of its kind, serves “an important pilot test in a process that needs better coordination so as to be available to all courts quickly and simply," said Judge Antonio Perez Loma. thelocal.es

Gang nabbed over ten tonne olive heist in southern Spain

Those arrested are believed to be part of an organized network of olive thieves operating in southern Spain.

Police in Seville in southern Spain have arrested four members of a dedicated olive-stealing gang and are investigating another five people linked to the theft.

The arrests are the fruit of an investigation by the Guardia Civil into the theft of olives from groves in the Sierra Sur region of Seville in November and December 2015.

Police said that they suspected the thefts were being carried out by an organized gang - one person responsible for finding the olive grove, while the rest of the gang move in later to pick and steal the olives at a time when the property has as little surveillance as possible.

The gang members then load the olives into vehicles and take them to the point of sale, according to police sources.

Police believe the four men currently under arrest, who

are of Romanian origin, are members of the organized gang.

Officers seized 10,679 kg of olives which have been returned to their rightful owners, according to regional newspaper, El Correo.

Farmers in the region had been forced to form their own vigilante groups to carry out night time patrols of olive groves after a recent rise in the number of robberies.

With Spanish olive reserves low after the industry suffered two consecutive years of poor seasons, prices have surged since the start of the year by more than fifty percent.

And after a long hot summer, 2015 promises to produce a bumper harvest but the downside of high prices and easy pickings is that thieving gangs have moved in to cash in the crop. thelocal.es

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A NEW young person's rail card allows teens and 20-somethings to travel on the high-speed AVE link for half price.

Rail board RENFE has announced that long-distance fast train tickets booked at least 30 days before travel will attract a discount of 50% for passengers aged 14 to 26 inclusive, or a 40% reduction when booked at least 15 days in advance.

For tickets bought on the day or booked less than a fortnight before travel, the usual young person's discount of 30% will apply.

From now on, the 14-26 agegroup will, additionally, get 25% off all travel on the outer suburban-cum-provincial lines, the Cercanías, as well as the Avant

and medium-distance trains which are inter-regional but normally a lot cheaper than the AVE as they take up to three times as long to reach their destinations.

And the existing Tarjeta Dorada ('gold card') for the over-65s has been extended, with the Tarjeta RENFE Dorada Plus offering even greater deals and discounts through a loyalty scheme.

“This is to thank them for using our trains,” says acting minister for public works and infrastructure Ana Pastor.

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US blizzard 2016:

New York begins clear-up after mammoth snowfall

A travel ban in New York City has ended as the east coast of the US begins digging out from the weekend’s massive snowstorm.

But in Washington DC, the metro is set to remain closed and air travel in the region faces further disruption.

As five states saw snowfall of three feet (91cm) or more, the hazards of shovelling snow were brought home by at least six deaths.

A further 12 people have died in other snow-related incidents since Friday.

and to this extent - it was the perfect winter storm

The storm, dubbed Snowmageddon and Snowzilla on social media, is weakening and heading for the Atlantic Ocean.

It has affected some 85 million people, cutting power to 200,000 people. The heaviest fall was recorded in Glengary, West Virginia, which had 42ins (107 cm).

Some 7,000 flights were cancelled this weekend and disruption is to continue into the working week.

Why was there so much snow?

Elements often come together to create snow, but not always in the same way

Very strong winds: low pressure moves in one direction and high pressure in another and, much like cogs in a wheel, they increased the wind

A low pressure system was able to transport and circulate huge amounts of moisture north from the Gulf of Mexico The position of the jet stream allowed a low pressure system to be picked up and drawn northwards along the eastern seaboard Very warm air falling into very cold air from the north and mixing meant there was only one thing that would happen - snow

Bite-sized dish given ultimate honour:

World Tapas Day

Turespaña, Spain’s tourism agency, has unveiled plans to promote one of Spain’s most idiosyncratic customs by giving tapas its own day for celebration.

Whether it be a humble bar snack served free with a glass of wine or a heavenly morsel created by a Michelin starred chef, Spain has decided that it's high time tapas got the worldwide recognition it deserves.

So henceforth, the third Thursday of every June will be known as World Tapas Day, when across Spain and beyond its borders

activities and promotions will be dedicated exclusively to promoting to the finger food. "Gastronomy is becoming increasingly important in tourism attracting more than 9.5 million tourists to Spain in 2015," said Turespaña, announcing the initiative at Madrid’s Fitur, the international tourism trade fair.

"Tapas is a symbol of Spain and is considered deserving of being the star of its own World Day because it is representative of our cuisine in miniature, is the focus of our most innovative chefs and because tapas is a word that is recognized in all major languages."

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Based on the hugely successful comedy about the life of a small village with a female vicar, the TV production has been adapted for the stage, and has retained the essential spirit, the sharp wit and the downright funny bits.

However, there are some unexpected problems with the rehearsals: The comedy! Some cast members, and in particular the Producer, have been seen in tears – tears of laughter! This does hold up rehearsals a bit, while they get a grip on themselves!

What is so funny about a vicar’s struggles in a rural backwater parish?

This play is not just about who arranges the flowers and puts up the hymn numbers – It’s got chocolate, cake (!) the Invisible Man and Velociraptors, not to mention numerous handy hints for those who are less than confident in the art of wooing and proposing marriage! No, no, no, yes it has!

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Wow.... 30 years and still going strong.

Anniversary of the Dames in Spain.

The Dames in Spain celebrated their 30thAnniversary of the club on the 18th January 21, 2016 with a meeting and a lunch at the Parador Hotel in Mojacar, The Dames was started by a group of ladies in Mojacar 30 years ago just to have a coffee and a chat, then venturing into making cakes, knitting and then selling the home made items to raise money for local charities. They have also sponsored a young disabled boy in Africa with an annual donation to help him through his school years.

For the anniversary members arrived from afar to support this special occasion. The meeting started with coffee and a catch up time with everyone, followed by Alison from the Harmony Gym who demonstrated some exercise routines with some of

our members joining in.

A presentation was made

by Pauline Weeks to the chairwomen, Irene Bensen of a shell montage depicting the 30th anniversary.

A raffle was held with many prizes, the proceeds again going to one of the Dames charities.

This was followed by a relaxing time on the Terrace enjoying the beautiful warm sunshine to take a pre-lunch drink of Cava, with old and new members enjoying themselves.

There were over 60 members and guests for the enjoyable meal which followed. With each member receiving a gift bag of pearls and a pen to mark this special day.

After the lunch the Dames were entertained by Elena demonstrating oriental dancing. During the past 30 years, the club has raised well over €80,000. Helping those who need it, whilst entertaining our members.

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The Lions and the Ladies Help the Foodbank

Pam Mattioli, secretary of Vera and District Lions Club, presented Mario, from the Vera Food Bank, with donations from both the Lions and the Vera Playa Ladies Group.

A total of 2050 euros was handed over and the money will be used to help pay for a new van. The Food Bank´s existing van has “died” and without transport they are unable to efficiently perform the valuable work they do. They are currently helping about 1400 families in Vera and the surrounding areas, the work includes distributing the dried goods, which come from the Almeria Food Bank and from local collections, and also collecting and distributing fresh

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Vera and District Lions Club also help by collecting fresh produce and delivering it to the foodbank on a weekly basis. If you would like to help the food bank by making a donation or by volunteering, please contact Pam on 610 309 032 or Mario (Spanish speaking only) on 628 018 812.

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welcome to huercal-overa January 2016

A Brief History

The presence of Phoenicians and Greeks (in search of minerals), On the border with the province of Carthaginians and Romans is known Murcia. For Menendez Pidal the origin about. of the place-name Huercal-Overa lies On the summit of Cabezo de la Jara is Escipion Cave, named after in the repopulation of two different a Roman general who is thought villages at the end of the XVI century. to have been here with his army. He died locked up in a tower after being defeated by the Carthaginian general Asdrubal. The Roman emperor Augustus included HuercalOvera, Purchena and Velez Rubio in the Roman province of Tarraconense.

The origin of Huercal-Overa can be pinpointed to the AlAndalus period. From these times the Arabic castle of Huercal and the castle of Santa Barbara de Overa remain.

These make up, together with other fortresses, a secure defence for this part of the Kingdom of Granada. With the Christian conquest it was annexed and donated to the town of Lorca for services rendered in the year 1488. Its population was very depleted, especially that of Overa who preferred to leave rather than renege on their faith. After the War of the Alpujarras (1568-1570) and the expulsion of the Moors, repopulation was started between the years 1572 and 1573, with Overa annexed to Huercal.

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know today and by means of a purchase document made to the Royal Exchequer. In the War of Independence the events that are recounted about the inhabitants of this village are heroic. Fierce battles were waged in the streets, and on some occasions the village had to be taken house by house.

The XIX century is characterized by the increase of population. In 1805 it had 2,186 inhabitants, in 1834 it had 3,315 and in 1887 it had 15,631 inhabitants between the village itself and the countryside. Parallel to this demographic increase, there was an increase and expansion of the village buildings. During the XX century the different international conflicts and above all the Civil War affected the village. In the surrounding AREA there still remains an AREA of trenches. It also suffered the long postwar period and emigration.

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Sol Supermercado are based in Albox and we are now into

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Come pay us a visit to check out our very competitive prices. Our Felix ‘As Good As It Looks’ Cat Food is still the cheapest in town! Our Roberts Thick and Medium White Bread is still only €1.75 - we have maintained this great price for a very long time! Why pay more?

COMING SOON! More freezers, to enable us to expand our Frozen Food Range with you, our customers, in mind. Let us know what new items you’d like to see! Keep a look out on Facebook, the Arboleas Forum and in-store for more details!

Sleep Centre Sale is still on until the end of January. Grab some great bargains in ex-display beds, mattresses and furniture. Selected soft furnishings are also reduced and don’t forget to check out the €5 bargain bin. New stock will be arriving in February with some great new ranges and products and the second unit on Calle Malaga will be opening shortly with a wider range of furniture for ALL the home. Ruth is now joined by her husband Andy who will be building and delivering furniture, ensuring their continued personalised touch, pride in customer service and commitment to quality.

Wood 2 Go, is a family run business, which has for the last 9 ½ years been located in a large industrial unit in the Los Velez area and is open to everyone.

All the timber material used in their Carport/Pergola kits, Sheds, T&G, Decking Boards is high grade Glulam (G24). Ideal for Spain as it is less likely to twist or warp and is stronger than ordinary timber.

Free and friendly advice is offered on all projects, so if you are planning anything such as a house rebuild, pergola, carport, shed or a fly free area then you need to go to Wood 2 Go.

Photo: 4m x 4m Corner Pergola from our collection.

3mx3m Pergola Standard Kit = 350€ 5m x 3m Pergola/Carport Standard Kit = 405€ Wood 2 go can do any size pergola/carport kits, please contact us for full details and price.

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SALE ON UNTIL THE END OF JANUARY! opening times Monday - Friday 9.30am - 4pm Saturday 10pm - 3pm

Open: Mon-Fri 10.00-15.00 & Sat 10.00-14.00 Find us in the 2nd street past Mercadona 671 715 294 / 868 931 872 C/Malaga, ALBOX Email: sleepcentrespain@hotmail.com

4m round poles (100mm diameter) now in stock

Dry Animal Bedding Sawdust & Shavings etc OFFICE TEL - 950 614 050 SATURDAY & OUT OF HOURS CONTACT PAUL’S MOBILE WEB SITE www.wood2go.eu - email: sales@wood2go.eu

welcome to my business TYRE KING Now in our 6th Year of trading.

Tyres, Balancing, Wheel Alignment, Puncture Repairs, Headlight Polishing Cars, Vans, 4x4, Motorcycle, Quad, Caravan, Motorhome & Wheel Barrow Over 25 Years Experience We Pride Ourselves On Offering A Professional Service With Competitive Prices Please come in for a free tyre inspection, at the same time we can make sure your tyre pressures are correct.

Tyres should be checked regularly for tread wear and damage. We supply all makes of tyres from economy to premium brands We have over 200 tyres in stock, if we do not have your tyres in stock we can normally get them in 24 hours. .Competitive prices and excellent service. Always.

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Amanda’s Tienda Segundo Mano has now moved to larger premises just outside of Lubrin. Stocking a large selection of second-hand furniture, electrical appliances and house hold goods. Why not call in and see all the amazing items that we have in stock. We are located on the main road betwen Lubrin & Zurgena (Rambla Aljibe).

Amanda’s Tienda Segundo Mano also offers a delivery service, Household Clearance, Removal Service and Secure Storage. Unwanted items bought for cash.

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www.soltimes.com Elite Construction is a civil engineering and building contractor, focused on providing safe, cost effective solutions to clients around Arboleas and surrounding areas.

The ability to work with our clients to offer innovative, high quality, cost effective solutions for their projects contributes to us building long lasting relationships and repeat business. Our level of customer focus together with a trained, professional workforce puts us ahead of many of our competitors. In celebrating over 8 years of trading in Arboleas we take great pride in being a local contractor with a national identity undertaking projects for the local ex pat community around the area.

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Andalucian con co print - concrete imprinting specialists Stamped concrete is a high strength surface of freshly poured concrete, our system contains high strength fibres entrained concrete mix.

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We also sell sealers for walls and floors interior and exterior.

Hi and welcome to James and Son your reliable, trustworthy independent transport company, operating between the UK and Spain for some 6 years now, catering for the wants and needs of our customers. We offer a number of services from packing goods to transporting your pets safely to their destinations, full storage facilities are available both in the UK and Spain.

We normally operate two trips per month, and any online shopping orders may be sent to our storage in Portsmouth, no job too small or too large. For all enquires and free quotes call Dave on (Spanish) 0034 627 968 434/(English) 0044 7874 638 330 or email:jsinternational@mail.com

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welcome to my business Welcome to Log-on-Tommy. Our business was established by my Dad approximately 9 years ago and I took over 2 years ago!

We deliver logs to all areas that the Sol Times is delivered to!! We supply Full, Half and Part loads and you can have a choice of olive, eucalyptus or oak regular wood, we can even get a variety of fruit e.g. orange and almond with a bit of notice.

A Stacking Service is available. Remember we are the cheapest in town! See my advert for all the other services that I offer. For More information on any of our services email: sambrierley1@hotmail.com

Fred Phillips Removals Limited .are a family run business.

We pride ourselves on giving each individual job (regardless of size) a personal service that is second to none, and in achieving complete customer satisfaction.

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The Crystal man of Almeria is now in Serendipity in the Crystal Cave, which is located between Sol y mar and Olivers in Albox. Visit John to see the wide range of Crystal Angels, Energy Stones Jewellery especially if you are looking for a special gift for someone. The Crystal Cave also stock a wide range of all your Craft needs for arts and crafts .The Crystal man can also be found at the Sunday morning market at Mojacar Pueblo.

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How frying is 'HEALTHIER than boiling':

Sautéing vegetables in olive oil 'increases antioxidants - helping prevent cancer and diabetes' • Frying vegetables in extra virgin olive oil increases antioxidants in them • Transfers phenols from the oil to the vegetables during cooking process • Phenols and antioxidants are thought to help prevent cancer and diabetes • Experts warn frying does increase calorie content, at the same time

Budding chefs eager to cook up healthy meals for friends and family face a barrage of conflicting advice.

There are advocates of the raw food diet, who abhor the thought of cooking.

And then there are those who believe black pudding to be the latest superfood.

But, now a team of Spanish scientists have added a new theory to the mix.

They suggest frying vegetables is a healthier alternative to boiling - as long as the cook is using extra virgin olive oil.

Their study found the cooking method increases the antioxidant capacity and phenolic fraction present in raw vegetables typical of a Mediterranean diet.

These compounds, the researchers said, help prevent chronic diseases including cancer, diabetes and macular degeneration.

A new study, by scientists in Spain, has found frying vegetables in extra virgin olive oil is healthier than boiling them. Researchers found the oil increases the levels of cancer-

fighting antioxidants, and phenols, also linked to preventing chronic diseases, including c a n c e r, diabetes and macular degeneration A new study, by scientists in Spain, has found frying vegetables in extra virgin olive oil is healthier than boiling them.

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Their results revealed that using extra virgin olive oil for frying vegetables increases their fat content and reduces their moisture, while this was not observed in other cooking methods.

The scientists said the extra virgin olive oil increases the level of phenols in the vegetables, because they are transferred from the oil to the vegetables during the cooking process. They did warn the cooking process does increase the vegetables' 'energy density' - or calorie content The scientists said the extra virgin olive oil increases the level of phenols in the vegetables, because they are transferred from the oil to the vegetables during the cooking process. They did warn the cooking process does increase the vegetables' 'energy density' - or calorie content Professor Samaniego said: 'Comparing the content of phenols with that of raw vegetables we found increases and reductions alike, depending on the chosen method.

'Oil as a mean of heat transfer increases the amount of phenolic compounds in vegetables, opposite to other cooking methods such as boiling, where heat transfer is done through water.'

She said the extra virgin olive oil transfers phenols to the vegetables, adding those which are not present in raw vegetables.

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'Therefore, we must stress that frying and sautéing conserve and enhance the phenolic composition.'

The Mediterranean diet is characterized by a high intake of vegetables and extra virgin olive oil.

These are both an important source of dietary phenols - compounds linked to the prevention of chronic diseases.

This kind of antioxidants can be modified during the cooking process, increasing or decreasing their concentrations.

The researchers set out to discover whether the choice of cooking medium – olive oil, water, or a mixture of both – had any effect on the amount of these helpful compounds in the cooked food.

They conducted an experiment, cooking 120 grams of potato cubes, pumpkin, tomato and eggplant - all without seeds or skin.

They used three cooking methods - frying, boiling and cooking with a mix of extra virgin olive oil and water.

In the laboratory, the samples were tested by high-performance liquid chromatography to measure levels of moisture, fat, dry matter and the total number of phenols, as well as the measurement of antioxidant

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'Central heating reduces our defences Here, we look at some ways you can and affects the respiratory system by minimise your risk of catching colds and drying out the protective mucous in our flu. nasal passages,' says Dr Bird. 'The dry, Keep warm stuffy air of central heating can also Granny was right - keeping warm can lead to sore throats and aggravate chest help you avoid coughs, colds and flu. Dr complaints like asthma.' A humidifier can Bird says: 'After our exceptionally mild help. autumn, people won't be used to dressing Herbal help warmly for wintry weather. So if there's a If your immune system needs pepping sudden icy snap, we will be more likely to up to withstand the winter onslaught of feel the cold and start to shiver. germs, Echinacea should be an integral 'Shivering depresses the immune system part of your daily routine. and this makes us more likely to catch The Echinacea plant was originally used colds. Also, lower levels of sunlight and by native Americans to heal wounds and altered levels of hormones such as infections. Nowadays, it is popularly used melatonin and serotonin negatively affect to boost the immune system in fighting how the immune system performs.' We colds and flu, and also as an agent to lose up to 30per cent of our body heat help heal viral and bacterial infections. through our heads - so wear a hat.

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The Ground beneath our feet

The Alboran Sea covers the western Mediterranean between Gibraltar to the west and the Cabo de Gata, Almeria to the east. With Morocco as the African southern land border; it’s a geological active zone.

Two continental plates meet a mile under the sea; with the African plate slowly sliding (subducting) under the Eurasian plate to the north. At about seven millimetres a year it’s relatively fast geologically speaking; meaning it’s going to move half a metre in the average person’s lifetime. This movement is responsible for creating the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Rif Mountains in Morocco.

Worryingly there have been 50 destructive earthquakes over the last 2000 years averaging one every 40 years or so.

One fault line is called the Adra Fault and runs south of Adra to Almeria. Another fault line is called the Carboneras fault running just off the coast of Almeria City northwards through Vera towards Torrevieja. This puts the coastlines of Malaga, Granada, Almeria and Murcia at risk of tidal waves or Tsunamis as and when earthquakes occur under the seabed. If the earthquake were to occur under land then the potential for catastrophe is huge.

Almeria City was devastated by earthquakes in 1487, 1522 and 1658. On average a destructive earthquake strikes Almeria, Granada and Murcia every 75 years. In 1829 a 6.9 quake hit Torrevieja leaving 400 dead; this is largest measured over the last 200 years. The last major earthquake

pause for thought

It seems no time ago that I was questioning the wisdom of my parents’ decision to retire South, to Worthing, which, in my mind, appeared largely populated with elderly residents.

And, as expected, their time became increasingly taken up with visiting the sick or infirm at home or hospital and running errands for the housebound, until of course it was their turn to be visited and have others tending their needs.

So why, I sometimes ask myself, didn’t I heed my own advice? For here am I, 40 years on, just like them, retired to a warmer clime, where the English speaking population are of similar age to myself, requiring much time in visiting the sick or infirm and running errands for the housebound, as well as attending/taking funerals!

But the Bible teaches that God understands our needs and aspirations, equipping us to deal with changing circumstances and often relocating us to where our abilities, of which we often are completely unaware, may best be used in His service. So my parents discovered many new skills in their retirement as they faced the challenges of their new surroundings, which kept them busy and extremely happy, working with the local Churches in serving the community to which they had moved, right up to their own

eventual death.

And for myself?

Well, I’d never written anything other than technical manuals and committee reports before retiring to Spain, and certainly never had anything published.

Yet within weeks of arriving I was asked to write this item and discovered to my surprise that I actually could. Similarly, I’d never taken a funeral and actually disliked funerals to the extent of looking for excuses to avoid attending whenever possible.

Yet here, that appears to be my prime role in life, and I find it gives immense satisfaction to serve in this way. Just chance? I don’t think so; for with God, nothing is random, but experience suggests that He brought me here and then equipped me for just these and other similar duties.

Details of a number of English Language Churches are given in Sol Noticeboard for any who wish to Worship, but further information about the Anglican Church and details of forthcoming events may be seen on the web site w w w.mojac ar c hur c h. org Duncan Burr is Licensed Lay Reader for the Anglican Chaplaincy of Costa Almeria and Costa Cálida and may be contacted at djburr@ avired.com

Enjoy Stephens musings? Pop over to http://findmeahomeinspain.wordpress.com as the articles are posted on there too...and they’re a bit longer too! Findmeahome are always looking for quality homes for their sales and rental portfolios, please contact Stephen for a valuation: stephen@findmeahome.eu Telephone: 636 266 641

struck the region in Arena del Rey, Granada on Christmas Day 1884 leaving 900 people dead and measured 6.7 on the Richter Scale! This was 130 years ago and Southern Spain is doubly overdue another large quake.

In 1755; a massive 8 Magnitude earthquake struck the coast of Lisbon. It created a Tsunami which wrecked the Portuguese coast killing over 60,000 people. The largest documented European earthquake in modern times struck Messina, Sicily just after Christmas in 1908; the resulting vibrations and tsunami killed about 100,000.

New buildings in Spain are built on the pillar principle; concrete pillars strengthened internally by a steel frame. These can be seen as skeletal unfinished villas dotted around the countryside; they’re built like that to ensure the structures will stay standing if an earthquake strikes. Older buildings run more of a risk of collapse as do houses built without safety in mind. Just twelve years ago in 2014; a magnitude 6.3 quake hit Al Hoceima in northern Morocco and 631 people were killed as many structures were not built to the same safety standards.

This week on Monday 25th at 0522 whilst most were sleeping; a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit the same spot. Located 60 kilometres from Al Hoceima and Melilla to the south with Malaga 150 kilometres to the north; injuries were reported in Melilla and

so far one child has sadly been reported as being killed in Morocco.

Disturbingly; human activity is suspected of increasing the increasing number of earthquakes across Southern Spain and Northern Morocco.

Massive water extraction to feed the water hungry greenhouses is affecting the ground beneath our feet. In Lorca in 2011; a relatively mild earthquake measuring 5.1 caused massive damage and claimed nine lives. The reason for the massive destruction was that it occurred just one kilometre under the town. Since 1960 the water level under Lorca has dropped by 250 metres. All that prehistoric water previously helped with something called Crustal Loading.

With the water no longer there the Earth’s Crust simply bounced back up.

Five years ago a house sale of mine collapsed as the then buyer was worried in case an earthquake hit Almeria; then just months later Lorca occurred.

With water extraction continuing at pace to ensure we can all eat summer salads and vegetables all year round; the client may have a point!

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Sale Now On

Sundance Spas

Pool Maintenance S.L.

January 2016

Sale Now On

Open: Monday - friday 9.30am - 2.30pm & 4pm -6pm Closed Saturday & Sunday

Telephone 607 658 540 for out of these hours

All Sundance Spas in Stock (45 spas) 50% off normal price All stock must go to make way for new models

Sundance Altamar Normally 17,999€ now 8,999€

Caldera Marino Sale Price 6,995€

Sundance Capri normally 14,425€ now 7,212€

Sundance Denali normally 10,995€ now 5,497€

Sundance Dover normally 11,849€ now 5,924€

Sundance Hamilton normally 14,995€ now 7,497€

SALE NOW ON !

Huge discounts on our second hand stock

We Purchase Old Spa Cash Your Paid

Pool Maintenance • Now taking on building work, terrace, extensions etc

Mojacar Showroom, Paseo de Mediterraneo, 165

Tel: 950 472 845 or 607 658 540 www.sundancespas.com • sundancespas@telefonica.net

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THE BEST PROPERTY SUPPLEMENT ON THE COSTAS!!!!

2016 already! What a whirlwind ride the last year has been!

The Blue Sea Villas office opened for business on 27th January 2015 at 77 Paseo del Mediterraneo – Linda and I had a portfolio of c40 properties, no phone line, no internet but with hearts and minds focused on driving Blue Sea Villas forward and making it a trusted, professional and successful business both for ourselves and for Mojacar.

We’ve forged new friendships, welcomed clients old and new and introduced new visitors to Mojacar from Spain, the UK and Europe. We have (with Bill, John & Phil) worked 24/7 and loved every minute!

So, twelve months have passed and here we are on 27th January 2016 with a fabulous extended Blue Sea Villas Team working with us, two new staff members in our newly refurbished office and our cleaning “dream team” has increased to fourteen; the business has gone from strength to strength and we now have in excess of 160 properties in our portfolio.

Our excellent working relationships with respected Sales Agents and other local businesses on “the Beach” continues and we are grateful for the wonderful open and honest opinions and recommendations we have received from them.

We have over 1,000 genuine “likes” on our Facebook page, the testimonials from clients have been overwhelming, we truly couldn’t ask for more positivity!

So onwards and upwards Blue Sea Villas looks forward to welcoming more friends over the next twelve months – if you are looking for a property to rent, or you have a property you would like us to rent, don’t hesitate to contact us, or pop your head in to the office; we’ll be delighted to see you!

Thanks to everyone for your continued support and love!

Cheers Wendy xxx

Casa Nicholls 450€

Los Llanos 2 450€

Casa Tony 550€

Casa Crosby 325€

Owners of villas (with or without pool) Mojacar, Turre, Arboleas We have tenants waiting!

Property Management & Maintenance also available

Call Wendy or Linda now 634 325 057 / 950 478 643

www.immo-carlos.com email: info@immo-carlos.com Address: La Plaza Nueva, No 10, Albox (Opposite the Donkey Statue)

Office: 950 102 191 • Carlos: 648 505 938 • Gavin: 671 293 942

Partaloa, Nice villa with 2 bed, 1 bath & close Arboleas, Beautiful duplex with 3 bed, 3 bath Zurgena, Spacious villa with 3 bed, 2 bath & to the village.

95,000€ & close to the village.

159,000€ 140,000€ low maintenance.

REDUCED La Perla, Beautiful villa with 3 bed, 2 bath, Albox, Stunning villa with 3 bed, 2 bath, pool pool & fantastic views.

169,000€ & separate garage.

179,950€

Saliente, Quality villa with 3 bed, 2 bath & outstanding views.

185,000€

Also we are going to another exhibition in Belgium very soon... so we need new houses.

Please contact us if you are thinking about selling!

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January 2016

home sales up prices down

In November 2015, the number of housing transactions carried out in Spain reached a total of 34,918, which represents an increase of 7.3% over the same month of the previous year, and 18 months of continuous growth, according to the latest statistics published by the General Council of Notaries, which shows that the latest increase is three points higher than the data for October.

Although in seasonally adjusted terms the increase in home sales reduces to 3.3%, the Notaries point out that the path of recovery is being maintained, even if the volume of transactions is still much lower than the pre-crisis figures.

By type of dwelling, Contact: 607 705 085 or 687 938 466 apartment sales C/Llanos, Bedar (Next to the Miramar Restaurant) registered an increase Open: Monday-Friday 10.00am-3.30pm of 6.2% year-on-year, more than double www.olivehouse-es.com the October increase, This fabulous house has been lovingly restored with great style. 3 beds, 2 baths and an open plan due to both the living/ dining room is finished with polished concrete increase in sales of floors and great features throughout. In addition free price apartments this property has excellent facilities for horses and (+8.3%) and also to is located just 5 minutes from Vera town in the countryside with great views of Mojacar pueblo, sales of second hand the Sierra Cabrera mountains and the surrounding apartments (+12.2%), countryside. while the number of OLV980 VERA 365,000€ transactions on new

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housing continued to decline for the tenth consecutive month (-18.6%).

Similarly, sales of individual family homes registered strong growth in November (+11.4%) and accumulated nine consecutive months of doubledigit increases. In November, the average price per square metre of the homes purchased in Spain was 1,219 euros, representing a decline of 1.1% year-on-year, as a result of apartment prices falling by -0.6% and the price of individual family homes falling by -0.8%. The price per square metre of second hand apartments fell by -0.7% year-on-year (to 1,320 euros), while the price per square metre of new apartments rose by 5.9% year-on-year (to 1,666 euros).

The total number of new mortgage loans also increased by 7.3% yearon-year in November, to 25,681 transactions. However, in seasonally adjusted terms this figure moderates to an increase of 2.4% year-onyear, the lowest increase in 18 months. Specifically, for the acquisition of housing, the increase was 16.7% over the same month of 2014 to a total of 16,404 new mortgage loans, representing an accumulation of 23 consecutive months of increases.

El Mundo reported that the average value of these mortgage loans was 144,223 euros, which represents an increase of 5.5% compared to the same month in 2014.

Finally, the percentage of home purchases which were financed through a mortgage stood at 43.3%, continuing their upward trend. In this type of financed purchase, the average amount of the loan was 77.6% of the property value, stable in relation to the data registered in past months.# keyro.com

COMPLETE HOLIDAY HOLIDAY CARE CARE COMPLETE MOJACAR PLAYA

RENTALS - SALES -MANAGEMENT - MAINTENANCE

We urgently need more properties for sale & rental for waiting clients Properties of the week

Ref: LBL/GC - Fantastic 2 bed/2 bath, duplex , sea views, 250m to beach, popular complex near centre of Mojacar Playa, pool & gardens, terraces, a/c.

MOJACAR - REDUCED - €159.950

Ref: ZD/MD – Studio apartment, fantastic sea & mountain views, only 2 mins walk to Mojacar Pueblo, main square, recently refurbished, terrace, parking.

MOJACAR - €43,000

Ref AA/KB – Fantastic ground floor, easy access, 2 bed/2 bath apartment, a/c & wi-fi, parking, terrace next to indoor & outdoor pools, play park/gardens, VERA PLAYA – – REDUCED - 69,950€

Ref. LTT/MN - Lovely 3 bed/2 bath apartment in centre of Turre, near shops/ services, rooftop pool w/mountain views, a/c, 10mins to Mojacar, Vera & Garrucha TURRE – €79,950

Paseo del Mediterraneo 19, Mojacar Playa, Almeria (near the Hotel Best Indalo) Tel: 950 478 612 / 610 808 631 

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urgently wanted for our belgian & dutch clients 2/3 bed villas & country properties in huercal-overa, zurgena & La alfoquia 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM, pENTHOUSE APARTMENT IN VERA PLAYA ALL MOD CONS, BALCONY & ROOF TERRACE OFFERING FANTASTIC VIEWS

cALL 663 977 230 EMAIL: gedfab@yahoo.com Vera Playa Apartment

Please contact our office in Huercal-Overa on

0034 950 616 827 or visit our website www.vosshomesspain.com 155a Carretera Estacion, Huercal-Overa, Almeria 04600

♦ BUILDING SURVEYS - Totally independent report outlining any visible defects in accordance with photographic illustrations. ♦ CERTIFIED, LEGAL REPORTS available for litigious cases of building negligence or house damages. ♦ ANTIQUITY CERTIFICATES (pools, garages). ♦ HOME EXTENSIONS & REMODELATIONS considering full analysis of existing energy situation.

Architect Daniel Gozález 686 846 624 www.proinspectionreport.co.uk proinspectionreport@gmail.com

www.espanarural.com Avenida 28 de Febrero 34, Albox 04800- Almeria.

We are now on the A334 road coming into Albox on the left hand side between the Grand Sport Shop and the Heaven Cafe/Bar.

Property of the Week

Villa Montana

Bedar, 04288 (next to Miramar Restaurant)

Tel: 607 705 085 or 687 938 466

Olive

Email: info@olivehouse-es.com

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Monday - Friday 10am - 3.30pm

Sales office now open in Bedar

OLV1083

ESP 2611

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149,950€

A Villa In The Cerricos Area

Detached 3 bed 2 bath large spacious Villa situated in a very beautiful area with stunning views around and only walking distance to the charming Village.

The Villa is approx 219m2 built it is a very unique design with high ceilings and very spacious, sits on 10,000m2 of beautiful land some is planted with a few Almond trees the land around the house is graveled and there is a 10x5 swimming pool tiled around it, shower and pump, with beautiful views. On the land here is also a garage/store room and utility room, and a storage room too and sun terrace. all mains connected, including telephone and internet.

Mon-Fri 10-3pm ● Sat 10-1pm Tel Office 950102505● Mobile: 654359607

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Focusing on smaller area to give our clients a better service.

EL PINAR (Bedar)

...it’s all in the detail

OLV1085

bedar

Lovely villa located in an elevated location overlooking the pretty village of El Pinar with outstretching views towards the coast. The property is spacious and all on one level with lots of outside terracing, excellent parking and a large private swimming pool. New to the Market

This wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa is situated just minutes from the beautiful village of Bedar. This impressive property boasts a sizable plot, private pool and stunning views.

OLV894

OLV1018

only 199,000€

sorbas

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a private country property set in a beautiful landscape, overlooking rolling countryside, yet walking distance to a local Restaurant/ Bar.10,500 m2 of land.

NEW TO THE MARKET

GREAT BUY 85,000€

Voss Homes would like to thank our property sellers, buyers & friends for their loyalty and support.

NEW TO THE MARKET 329,950€

lubrin

This 3 bedroom apartment is located in the popular market town of Lubrin overlooking the pretty town plaza and within easy walking distance to all the amenities Lubrin has to offer.

NOW 45,000€

LOOKING FORWARD TO A BUSY 2016

VH889 Villa Jardine - €134,950 NEW LISTING - A well maintained, furnished, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa with established garden of 422m2 with full sized sun roof.

Walking distance to the municipal swimming pool, bowling green, cafes, restaurants, shops, banks etc in La Alfoquia village. Cee tbc

For more information and to arrange a viewing contact us asap.

Please call 0034 950 616 827 / 0034 678 002 006 / 0034 667 891 741 or email: info@vosshomesspain.com

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Office: 155a Carrerera Estacion, Huecal-Overa. 1km off the A7 motorway at exit 553. 100metres from Lidl.

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SOL Y MAR

Avenida 28 de Febrero Nº 44, Albox

January 2016

Tel: 950 064 584 609 199 394

Email: info@solymarspain.com www.solymarspain.com

FANTASTIC VALUE FOR MONEY El MARGEN NEAR ORIA SM033 - 60000€

former B&B Albox Great value for money sol178 - 62,500€

BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED NEAR ALMANZORA sol726 - 89995€

Traditional semi detached cortijo , recently refurbished features 3 bed , 2 bath , 400m2 of land to the front , side courtyard and logburner Lovely village setting with stunning views

Former Bed & Breakfast, attached villa features 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with large garden.

Only 10 mins to Albox.

Restored mid terrace cortijo .Features 1000m2 of land, private courtyard , 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms

UNIQUE AND QUIRKY NEAR TIJOLA sm032 - 96,950€

unique location cantoria sol137 - 108,000€

separate apartment Arroya albanchez sM007 - 103,000€ reduced

reduced

Stunning inside detached cortijo with many unique and quirky features Features 3 bed, 2 bath, part AC and woodburner , walking distance to village amenities

Delightful 2 bed, semi-detached villa with pool, set in a fenced plot of approx 611m2. In a unique location, not part of an urbanisation, only 4km from Cantoria where all amenities can be found.

Traditional attached 3 bed, 2 bath cortijo in idyllic setting. Features separate apartment, solar heating and swimming pool.

Traditional Spanish House near albox sm024 - 106,950€

Near CANTORIA SM030 - 120,000€

Walking distance Almanzora sM022 - 125,000€

reduced

Traditional attached Spanish house with lots of character. Features internal courtyard, idyllic setting and 5 bedrooms plus 3 cave rooms, 2 bath & short drive to Albox

3 Bed,2 bath detached family home .950M plot. 10 Mins walk to Cantoria

A lovely, detached bright villa in a great location. Well maintained gardens and room for a swimming pool.

Walking distance to the local amenities, must be seen to be appreciated.

STUNNING COUNTRY HOME RAMBLA DE ORIA SM031 - 145,000€

cLOSE TO ALBOX SOL069 - 149,950€

Immaculate Home near albox sM021 - 169,000€

Well presented 3 bed, 2 bath vill a with a pool in the popular village of Limaria and within easy reach of the shops and amenities of Albox.

Detached 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom country villa with 2400m2 of land. Close to Albox and appointed to a high standard.

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Features 4 bed , 3 bath, swimming pool Separate guest annexe , 8000m2 of land and edge of mountain setting.

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LOCATION PROPERTY OF THE WEEK SM042PRIME-ALMANZORA ew N isting L

Traditional Detached House Many original features garage/ outbuildings Prime location walking distance to village minor renovations required hence the low price Fantastic Value for money OFFERS 100,000€

WE URGENTLY REQUIRE LEGAL PROPERTIES FROM COAST TO COUNTRY WE ARE LOOKING FOR ALL TYPES OF PROPERTIES FOR RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES. CLIENTS WAITING CALL US 950 064 584 Beautiful Detached villa near albox sol161 - 169,950€

SOL Y MAR

RENTAL SECTION

RENTAL OF THE WEEK Quality villa (127m2) located just 10 minutes drive from the town of Albox & features 3 bed, 2 bath, private pool & jacuzzi. The walled corner plot is 710m2 & has a carport & garden shed (10m2)

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STUNNING VIEWS RSM016 - LIMARIA

4 BED 2 BATH DETACHED HOME SWIMMING POOL CENTRAL HEATING UNFURNISHED IMMACULATE CONDITION WITH STUNNING VIEWS

DETACHED TOWNHOUSE CANTORIA TOWN CENTRE sm009 - 176,500€

650€ PCM

IMMCAULATE CASITA CUCADOR RSM014 - 300€ pcm

semi detached cortijo RSM013 - 300€ pcm

COUNTRY CORTIJO CLOSE TO aLBOX RSM004 - 325€ pcm

Immaculate Casita , furnished with all amenities. Shared use of swimming pool, land and Jacuzzi Price includes all bills

Large 3 bed semi detached cortijo on generous fully fenced plot, needs tlc reflected on the price

3 bed semi attached cortijo with small courtyard and roof terrace Comes fully furnished, in a secluded tranquil setting and only 20 mins from Albox

STUNNING SETTING MAR620 - 350€ pcm

CLOSE TO aLBOX RSM010 - 350€ pcm

STUNNING VIEWS LAS POCIAS NEAR ALBOX RSM015 - 550€ pcm

Traditional cortijo , beautifully restored .Features 3 bed , 2 bath , logburner, stunning views and only a short drive to Oria

Traditional 2 bed Cortijo in the lovely village of Limaria, close to Albox. Fully furnished & walking distance to local bar

Immaculate 3 bed , 2 bath semi detached villa with swimming pool. Furnished and finished to a high specification , only 15 mins to Albox

Detached 6 bed , 2 bath , 3 storey house on the edge of town. Easy walk to Cantoria , fully insulated roof , enclosed patio and roof terrace

large country house Cerricos SM011 - 225,000€

Extensive detached 6 bed country house , ideal potential for family home , hotel or retreat.

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property group Paseo del Mediterraneo 197 - Mojacar - Almeria

Tel: 950 472 430 / 610 053 563

www.veritashomes.co.uk info@veritashomes.co.uk

Garrucha

€39,000

Amazing opportunity! Large 1 bed / 1 bath Apartment with balcony near amenities and promenade. Very good value for money!

Ref.1661

Mojácar playA

Bedar

DUE TO INCREASE IN SALES WE URGENTLY NEED PROPERTIES IN MOJÁCAR, GARRUCHA, VERA AND TURRE. FREE VALUATION. NO FEES FOR ADVERTISING.

€99,000 Vera Salinas

2 bed / 2 bath Apartment with sea views.

Terraces, store room and underground parking place. Near beach.

Ref.1192

€99,000 Mojácar playa

2 bed / 1 bath Penthouse apartment with underground parking place and store room.

Nice complex with pool and gardens.

Ref. 1597

€143,000 Cabrera

Cortijo in need of total restoration on a plot of 11.630 m2 with trees and distant sea views set near the source. Rare opportunity!

Ref. 1536

Opening hours.

Monday to Friday 10.00 am to 6.00pm Saturday 10.00 am to 1.30pm

Well-kept 2 bed / 2 bath detached villa with terraces and panoramic views on small complex with communal pool and gardens.

Car port. Ref. 1652

€120,000

Immaculate 2 bed / 1 bath apartment with 2 terraces and sea views near amenities and beach. Nice community.

Ref. 1667

€188,000 Cabrera

Detached 3 bed / 2 bath villa in quiet cul de sac a few minutes walk to the beach and new promenade. Light and airy.

Ref.1560

€55,000

Nice community with pool. 2 bed / 1 bath ground floor Apartment with terrace.

Ref.1665

€110,000 Mojácar playa

Sea views. 3 bed / 1 bath southeast facing apartment with large terrace within walking distance to promenade and playa Ventanicas.

Ref. 1562

€165,000 Mojácar playa

Palomares

€285,000

Amazing detached 3 bed / 2,5 bath villa with pool and garage on plot of 1,000 m2.

Panoramic views. Air con & heating. Your castle in Spain! Ref.1651

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LEGAL CORNER WITH MICHAEL DAVIES, ABOGADO/SOLICITOR

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“My father has left me out of his Spanish will and left everything in Spain to his second wife, who we have never liked (it was mutual), and now she is asking for help” Question My father deceased in Benalmadena in December of last year. He had left me completely out of his Spanish will and left everything to his second wife. She has emailed me to ask me to issue a power of attorney so that her solicitor can wind up the estate.

Why would she need this?

Answer What is probably happening is that your father made a will that does not comply with the new European Directive 650/2012, which states that unless a person national of a European Union country living in another manifests on his will expressly that he wishes his national law to rules his estate, the law to be applied will be the law of last residence.

Spanish law determines that children can receive no less than

two thirds of their parents’ estate.

They are known as obligatory heirs and their share is protected by law.

If your father was resident in Benalmadena at the time of his death, two thirds of his estate belong to you and any children he may have with his second wife will only be able to receive one third.

If this is the case you have two choices.

1. To claim your inheritance, which should be successful if there is no mention whatsoever on the will regarding a choice of law, and your father was resident in Spain.

2. To renounce in favour of your fathers wife, but in this case you need to be very cautious, as this may have tax implications for you.

In any case, with a partially invalid will and uncertainties over how the estate has to be dealt with, winding up the estate may get complicated even if you choose to renounce in her favour.

Michael Davies. Abogado.

Michael Davies is a Spanish Abogado and has been practicing law in Almería since 1993. He is member of the Law societies of Almería and Madrid and has offices in Mojacar and Almeria High Street.

Telephone: 950 460 999

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Google paid tech rival Apple $1bn in 2014 to keep its search function the default option on iOS devices, Bloomberg reports.

A transcript of court proceedings from a copyright lawsuit against Google allegedly contains reference to a deal between the Silicon Valley firms.

The alleged agreement involves Google paying Apple a percentage of revenue - as much as 34% - gained through iOS devices.

Both companies declined to comment.

The BBC has not been able to verify the claims independently.

Bloomberg added that the referenced document has since been removed from the web.

“The transcript vanished without a trace from electronic court records at about 15:00,” the report noted.

The court proceedings in question regard a lawsuit by Oracle Corp. in which the firm claims that Google used its Java software to develop Android but failed to pay for it.

‘Lucrative business’ Analyst firms, such as Morgan Stanley, have quoted the $1bn figure in the past, but this appears to be the first time that a reference has been found in court documents.

“It’s a very lucrative business to be

the browser of choice on a device or the search engine on a device,” Chris Green, a technology analyst at consultancy firm Lewis, told the BBC. “It really does, I think, highlight the importance that’s being put on being able to own real estate and the conduits through which people access information.”

However, Mr Green also noted that it was generally quite common for companies to pay hardware vendors fees for the placement of software and services on devices and that sometimes that may indeed be a percentage of revenue gained as a result.

Other details about how Google manages its services emerged this week - including the fact that the firm removed 780 million “bad” advertisements from its sites last year.

By bad, Google said it was referring to ads which linked to malware, promoted fake goods or covered up website content.

In a blog post, the company said it had more than 1,000 people within its organisation responsible for weeding out these ads and that the number that had to be removed was increasing. bbc.com

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For those that become residents of Spain, we can also assist in other legal matters, such as matrimonial issues or business contracts.

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China finds restaurants using opium poppies in food

Thirty-five restaurants across China have been found illegally using opium poppies as a seasoning, officials have revealed.

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Local authorities are being urged to help investigators find the sources of the poppies, the China Daily reported.

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opiates, is banned as a food additive in China.

However, restaurants have previously been caught using it.

In 2012, seven restaurants in Ningxia province were closed for using opium poppies and in Guizhou province in 2004 authorities shut down 215 establishments for similar offences.

One of the businesses affected by the latest crackdown is reported to be the popular Huda Restaurant chain in Beijing.

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China has been hit by a series of food scandals in recent years.

In 2014 a Shanghai-based supplier was found to have sold unsanitary and expired chicken meat to food chains including KFC, Starbucks and MacDonald’s.

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The Obsessions of Loco Paco

Loco Paco is one of Alqueria’s leading citizens. A senior member of the Government, one of the three who re-established democracy in the Republic and a recognised trainer of Saharan Dung Beetles.

This isn’t bad for someone who is clinically insane, apart of course from being a member of government, here being insane is almost a requirement.

Being clinically insane did make Paco somewhat obsessive with whatever took his fancy and Paco’s fancies included the mundane and the exceedingly worrying. This week Paco was totally preoccupied with Manuela.

He worshipped the very earth she tread upon to the extent of collecting it and keeping it under his pillow. He had to stop this practice however not only because of the strangely brown hue of his pillowcase but also the burrowing rodents which scurried about his headboard had become a health hazard.

Paco’s strategy in the wooing of Manuela was not based on any romantic ideal but conjured up from the fleeting messages that Paco’s damaged brain received from whatever source. A source which appeared to have no experience whatsoever concerning winning the charms of the fairer sex. Whether this source was divine or not is difficult to tell but if so then Paco probably simply overhead a message meant for someone else.

His first ploy was to serenade Manuela under her window at the dead of night. He expected her to appear a shadowy figure behind the rejas, drawn by his melancholy

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guitar notes and lilting flamenco canto. He failed. Firstly because he was under the wrong window, secondly because his guitar playing attracted cats and his singing attracted airborne boots and porcelain night jars.

His second attempt involved the sending of flowers. Again he failed. Again he got the wrong address. His choice of flowers was also somewhat unfortunate. Amalia de Vega Alqueria’s oldest inhabitant at 103 was not impressed with the Lilies and cypress wreath which mysteriously appeared on her doorstep.

Paco was becoming discouraged and decided on the direct approach.

He followed her everywhere reciting sickly and trite poetry he wrote himself and believed it to be timeless. It was all to no avail. If Paco had been a drinking man he would have turned to alcohol instead he decided on one last grand gesture.

Paco would throw himself from the top of the church tower dressed in Sevillian hat and cape. This of course had one obvious drawback, if Paco was successful he would find it difficult to have a meaningful relationship with Manuela, her in this life and he his next. But the deluded Paco didn’t worry about such technicalities.

The attempt, although spectacular was again disappointing. An updraught caught his cape which made him airborne and safely deposited him among the slurry of Pongy Pedro’s pig farm.

Paco gave up and started collecting the earwax of famous Abyssinian Goat Shirlers.

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My world was relatively calm and ordered until Pete uttered the cataclysmic words ‘Are you sure?’

Immediately Doubt seized the opportunity and squeezed himself into the tranquil harbour of my mind.

‘Yes.’ I responded. ‘I think so.’ Doubt chuckled, and metaphorically spread himself out on my cerebral sofa.

‘Should you check?’ Doubt poured himself a glass of wine, and settled down to enjoy the fun.

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The surgeon had said ‘come back on Thursday.’ Did he mean this Thursday or next Thursday? At the time I was sure he meant this Thursday, but he didn’t actually say. Better ring and check.

it rang. Ah! So now it wants something, does it?

I eventually managed to get the phone to consent to accept the hospital’s number, but there was no reply. Strange.

It was the hospital – Can I go in on Tuesday week? Fine, no doubt about that, Tuesday week, a specific day, a specific week.

Then it dawned on me that if it was next Thursday I would have to alter my existing medical appointment in Arboleas. D***! That would mean another phone call, and another battle to the death with the phone. I rang.

There was no reply. Strange.

The call ended and Pete, acting on instructions received direct from Doubt, said ‘Huercal-Overa or Torrecárdenas?’

I was sure she had said Huercal-Overa, but what if she hadn’t? I rang the hospital again. Still no reply. Strange.

I was rapidly becoming heated at the non-compliance of the phone and/or hospital when Andy scrunched up the gravel on our drive. ‘Can you phone the Ferreteria and ask them when they will deliver our fridge? They should have delivered it yesterday, but didn’t. I can’t get an answer.’

His childlike faith in my ability to communicate telephonically is touching, but undeserved. I rang, There was no reply. Strange.

In perplexity we listened to the deafening silence of the phone, when

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I know, I thought. I’ll ring Ana, who co-ordinates all the appointments at the hospital. She’ll know.

I rang. No reply. Strange. We can have direct communication with the International Space Station, orbiting the earth at 17,500 km per hour at a height of 400 km, yet I cannot contact a large static terrestrial building like a hospital, which is less than an hour’s drive away.

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Sausage Rolls (Makes 16) Angela Nilsen sends calories packing with her healthier version of these picnic favourites

Ingredients:

For the filling 1 tsp rapeseed oil 1 plump shallot , finely chopped 100g green lentil (drained weight) 300g lean pork mince (8% fat), 50g fresh white breadcrumbs 2 tsp finely chopped

tarragon good pinch dry mustard powder good pinch grated nutmeg For the pastry ½ x 375g sheet of ready-roll puff pastry 2 tsp semiskimmed milk

Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Line a baking sheet with baking parchment.

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Halve the filling.

Lightly flour the work surface and, using your hands, roll each half, one at a time, to a 28cm-long sausage shape (picture 1) – dust more flour on the work surface if it starts to stick. Set aside.

Roll out the pastry on a clean, lightly floured work surface to a 28cm square.

Cut in half to give 2 rectangles. Lay one of the sausage shapes along one of the long edges of one pastry rectangle. Roll the pastry around it to almost enclose (picture 2), then brush a little milk down the opposite long side. Roll the join underneath and press lightly down to seal. Trim off the Now serving English Breakfast

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Bake for 18-20 mins until golden and slightly puffy. Remove from the sheet and cool on a wire rack.

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Lighter Scotch Eggs (Makes 4)

The picnic classic gets a healthy makeover - two thirds of the fat is knocked off by using lentils and lean pork and baking instead of frying

Heat 1 tsp of the oil in a small non-stick frying pan. Tip in the shallot and fry for a few mins until softened.

Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool. (No need to wash the pan, you can use it later.)

Meanwhile, put 4 of the eggs in a medium pan, covering well with cold water.

Bring to the boil – as the water starts to bubble, set the timer and boil for 5 mins.

When cooked, pour off the boiling water and cool the eggs under cold water to stop them from cooking further.

Mash the lentils well in a medium bowl with the back of a fork, then stir in the pork mince, sage, 2 tsp of the chives, the mustard, nutmeg, cooled shallots, a pinch of salt and a generous grating of black pepper.

Peel the shells from the eggs and pat dry with kitchen paper.

Divide the meat mix evenly into 4. Tip the flour onto a plate and roll in each egg to coat, tapping off any excess.

Pat down a quarter of the meat

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mix on the work surface to a 1213 cm circle, using the rest of the flour to keep it from sticking. Cup the circle in your hand and place one of the eggs in the centre.

With both hands, pat, press and ease the meat mix around the egg until it is completely and evenly covered.

Seal really well so there is no join, then pat and roll it into a good shape on the floured surface.

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dropped in sizzle immediately and start to brown), put in 2 of the Scotch eggs and roll in the oil to coat them well. Set the timer for 2 mins, then fry, turning often, to brown all over. You are just browning, not fully cooking the eggs at this stage, so don’t overcook or the coating may start to split. Transfer to the lined baking tray and repeat with the remaining eggs, lowering the heat slightly if the pan gets too hot.

Bake the Scotch eggs for 12 mins. Remove and lay them on kitchen paper to drain and leave to cool slightly. Halve the Scotch eggs using a sharp knife and serve slightly warm or cold. Best eaten the same day or, when cold, can be stored overnight in the fridge in an airtight container.

Mix the panko crumbs on a large plate with the remaining chives.

Beat the remaining egg on a plate, brush some all over each coated egg (you won’t use it all), then roll the eggs in the panko crumbs, patting them on to stick. Lay the eggs on a baking p a r c h m e n t- l i n e d baking tray and chill for 20-25 mins (but not overnight). Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5.

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A new report by The World Health Organisation (WHO) has backed the divisive plans to implement a sugar tax as a method of tackling childhood obesity.

Sugar tax is one of the conclusions drawn in the two-year report by WHO, which looks into obesity among children globally.

The report mentioned “alarming levels” of childhood obesity across the world, with at least 41 million under the age of five either overweight or obese.

According to the report, which was presented by the Commission on Ending Childhood Obesity, there is strong evidence to suggest that a tax on sugar can be effective and feasible to implement. It added: “Further evidence will become available as countries that implement taxes on unhealthy foods and/or sugar-sweetened beverages monitor their progress.”

Marketing and labelling Other suggestions within the report included improving frontof-pack and nutrient labelling.

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Food labelling was another area of concern: “A standardised system of food labelling, as recommended by the Codex Alimentarius Commission can support nutrition and health literacy education efforts, if mandatory for all packaged foods and beverages.”

A sugar tax is currently being considered by the UK government ahead of a final decision in the coming weeks.

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Well, on a daily basis, no Spanish person will skip lunch unless they are forced by external or time circumstances. Skipping lunch is not normal (we would, at least seat down and eat a nice baguette, a salad, a drink, a coffee or a dessert) otherwise people’s mood can quickly get affected!

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Paul of dog house has had to return to UK for health reasons there are 53 dogs that urgently need rehoming.

If you could take one please contact me there are some lovely dogs all sizes. ALSO WE URGENTLY NEED DONATIONS TO HAVE ALL THE DOGS INOCULATED AND SOME SPAYED OR NEUTERED. Once this is done I can home most in the UK. A donation of € 45 would get one inoculated please do not let these dogs go unnoticed they deserve a home. If you can make a donation no matter how small please contact me or if you could donate a bag of dog food. or if you live near to huercal overa and could volunteer to help with the dogs grooming walking etc. I am appealing to you all out there please help save these dogs phone PAT 607554984 El Cucador

ZURGENA & DISTRICT RBL BR3620

The Zurgena & District Branch of the RBL meet on the first Thursday of the month at Latino's Bar in Alfoquia. We are a small Branch of around 96 people.

We have various social events throughout the month and year. There is a Lunch Club that meet on the second Tuesday of the month, we choose a different restaurant to visit each month and this event has great support with Members and Guests enjoying experiencing different cuisine.

We have a Coffee Morning on the third Wednesday of the month at Latino's Bar with various activities. It is a good opportunity to meet up and have a chat and you would be made very welcome.If you would like to join the Branch or attend any of our events and would like further information please contact the Secretary, Chrissy at zurgena. rblsecretary@yahoo.co.uk. You will be made very welcome.

You do not have to have been a member of the Military to join.

ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION BRANCH 1359

The Branch meets on the third Tuesday in the month at 14.30 hrs at the El Paraiso Restaurant, located in Jardin del Mar 3, which is located very near Carrefour. If you would like information please contact the Chairman on 692508916 or Welfare on 615048892 or visit the Website www.rafacb.com

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Information for all present and future COLLYFER clients, you can now take your policy with you should you need or want to return to the UK, contact Karen for details 617 456 335 karencecere@collyfer.com

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Harmony Community Support Group meet every Friday: 12 noon – 3pm In the Private Function Room at Bar Roselada To find out more why not come along and meet us or call 634 333 290 Bar Roselada is located on the Albox to Arboleas Road just pass Happy Garden Restaurant.

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We have an office at Mora Oil on the Poligono Industrial Arboleas Norte.

You are welcome to call in for a chat and a coffee to find out more about our work or to make a referral for yourself or a neighbour / friend. We are open every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10.00 a.m. To 1.30 p.m.

Age Support Almanzora’s aim is to improve the quality of life for older people by providing emotional and practical support.

In recent months we have received an increasing number of requests for help Now we urgently need more volunteers to help us to help others. If you dislike the thought of vulnerable people being alone and, with the guidance of our Welfare Team Leader, you would enjoy visiting people in their own homes, please call in or telephone for more information to ask for a Volunteer Application Form.

If you think that you or someone you know could benefit from our support please don’t hesitate to call us on the number below. We are also able to provide advice about UK health benefits and have skilled volunteers who can help you complete an application form.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide carer support as we are not qualified to do so. To contact us please ring 634 333 544 or email welfareteam.asa@gmail.com

The Compassion of Jesus Miracle’s Night Prophetic and Healing Outreach Meetings 6th & 7th February 2016

Speakers: Sergio Benjumea & Tim Morley Saturday Meeting 6th February at: 16:00 Living Water Church Mojacar (opposite the Red Cross) Sunday Meetings 7th February at: 11:00 Turre Spanish Evangelical 16:00 Living Water Church Mojacar

MOJÁCAR REPRESENTED AT WORLD KITEBOARDING CHAMPIONSHIP

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Mojácar resident Osaïa Reding Commaille will be representing Spain in the World Kiteboarding Championship.

Sponsored by Mojácar Town Council, Osaïa, at twelve years of age has an enviable track record and an undeniable talent.

She shares her daily routine between the Mojácar Bartolome Flores School and the town’s beaches. As any other sixth grade student of her age, she has all the usual concerns of adolescents but remains is cheerful and full of fun. But, when you see her on the kiteboard no one can remain indifferent, it is clearly her sport and she well is aware that only hard work and extensive practice will take her to the top.

Kiteboarding is considered an extreme water sport where participants traverse the waves with a surfboard propelled by a kite. At a very young age she has already achieved third place in the Cup of Spain and came fourth in the National Championship, despite being the youngest entrant of the two competitions.

Osaïa has been chosen to participate in the exclusive camp “Next Generation International” organized by Kitesurf World Champion, Etienne Lhote. Only ten children from all around the world are selected. There she will meet with other promising youngsters from Brazil, France, the Netherlands and Denmark, although Osaïa will be the only Spanish representative and one of only two girls in the camp. For Osaïa Reding to participate in this camp, to be held in Tarifa in late February, represents another important step in her training and development. It will surely be of great help towards her preparations for the Junior World Championship that will be held in April in the French town of Sant Pierre la Mer. Perhaps it is just dreams and determination that differentiates Osaïa from her competitors. Firmly fixed on her horizon is being number one in Spain. On her kit she carries the shield of Mojácar and in her heart the pride and honour of representing the people of her town as well as the responsibility of wanting to take the top step of the podium. For Osaïa there is certainly no lack of motivation.

ROBOTICS WORKSHOP IN MOJÁCAR

Mojácar has started a robotics and technology workshop, organized by the Town Council and the Provincial Government of Almería.

Classes are held in the Guadalinfo area at the Mojácar Centro de Usos Múltiples and consists of four sessions of four hours each. They are designed to encourage and promote teamwork through projects and for the students to acquire basic knowledge and skills in resource management and applications for robots and automation.

The course has been designed for young students trying to take the first steps in this exciting world whilst helping them acquire knowledge to create and programme their own robots and get them to follow instructions and perform certain designated tasks.

For Raquel Belmonte, Mojácar Councillor for Youth, “this stimulating project aims to introduce young people to new technologies through the exciting world of robotics.”

This activity is being taught by Diego Martinez, a member of the Association Almedia. The interest that young people have shown in this course and their future career plans has been demonstrated by the success of the venture and, the high level of interest shown by the students who have expressed the desire to choose computer science as a profession.

Charity Bowling Day Sunday 7th February Lane sponsors needed, 50€ each Raffle Prizes gratefully received All Bowlers receive free raffle ticket Jonny Slade Disco in evening For more information: visit www.almeria-tenpinbowling.com

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All Bones and Lies by Anne Fine

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“No-one should be expected, for love or duty or anything else, to have to put up with having their very sense of self being chipped away minute by minute.”

Let’s pose this one to start with. How do you find a way through the frustrations of caring for an elderly relative, especially a difficult one, so that love, or whatever we want to call it can survive to the bitter end? More relevantly, is it possible? Anne Fine thinks so. I like the way she has presented the twins, Colin and Dilys, as different as chalk and cheese, one who decides to do right by Norah whereas the other sibling remains adamant in her choice not to have any more contact with her mother, feeling bitter and angry. A five year rift seems a long time especially when the mother is old and becoming frail. Colin, as the mediator, tries to persuade his sister to make the first move but fails miserably.

So, what should you do?

Norah is a difficult woman. that’s an understatement. There is an astuteness in the way that Anne Fine has depicted Norah’s selfishness. Initially, she is described as a crow, or a vulture, take your pick, both aptly chosen images showing her “pecking away at the scraps of him (Colin)before he was even dead.” Images flash through his mind of ending his torment and taking a hatchet from his woodshed, his place of retreat with Suzie, a magazine picture showing this 19 year old falling as he overindulges his sexual fantasies: “it gave him pleasure to think about how those pretty buttocks might be, first trembling in anticipation, then clenched in shock” and his spells, to murder his mother.

She is also described as being notoriously miserable and showing unsparing self-pity, alias Our lady of the Sorrows. She hoarded old misfortunes “fetching them out regularly for a brush and polish.” As for Dilys, she shows her cynicism: “They’re so wrapped up in their own little ways of burning up their twisted energies that they forget other people actually exist.”

It seems difficult to imagine poor Colin tolerating his mother’s constant insults and sarcasm, her “impregnable cynicism” but he maintains regular visits, does her shopping, persuades her to eat an oven-ready meal which he has brought for her and makes endless cups of tea, alleviating any sense of guilt he might have felt had he been the absent child like his sister. But is Dilys capable of feeling guilty? Probably not.

Dilys works in Corporate Sponsorship for a company called Tor. She could be scathing and insensitive but wasn’t considered malicious. She was notorious in picking up womenfolk with a passion, such as Perdita, Val and Marjorie before dropping them as quickly. Colin tells us that she “chewed them up and spat them out.”

Colin worked for the council as an Environmental Health Officer. He described his life as “pathetic,” a life no-one cared about. If he died, no-one would miss him except perhaps Norah who depended on him for practical support. He had hidden behind Dilys, inadequate, painfully timid, clumsy as a child and deemed a failure at school where he was constantly mocked and bullied. He would skivvy for the neighbours and this plagued him throughout his adult life. The good news is

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that he develops in confidence and by the end of the novel, he shows more control and becomes more relaxed and of course, happier as a person.

He harbours a sense of horror thinking of an incident that became significant in his life, offering a much needed lifeline. It involved a potentially tragic accident when a baby was catapulted from her pram after being hit by a car, two years ago. Dilys proved to be an unlikely heroine: “The way she walked down the street now, you would have thought all she had reached up to catch that one, steel-blue morning was a ball” and not a “pink and flying baby into her hands.” Everything and everyone had frozen in time. The incident had haunted Colin and as a consequence he befriended Mel, the mother and became close to her daughter, Tammy who he soon grew to adore. He daydreamed over caring for Mel and organising Tammy’s life from her choice of schools to marching her down the aisle.

Mel lived in a grotty flat, in a grim area of Chesterton Court, sharply contrasting with pretty suburban West Priding where Norah lived. Mel’s secret life involved being a trapeze artist known as one half of an act called Las Venturas. Colin is impressed by this “celestial magic” which had sadly become the “drabbest of life he could imagine.” Just like his own life. He had found Mel’s strange indifference and willowy passivity coupled to her attitude of “take and take” extremely off-putting until gleaning of her magical world of the circus. In his highly imaginative world, Colin thought of marrying Mel and moving her away from this poverty, providing for her and her adorable Tammy; he wanted the child but not a wife. His “vision of parental bliss” was being able to take Tammy out to an ice cream parlour!

Daily visits to his mother which he compares to a “grim pilgrimage” brings with it a realisation of how “horribly old” she looked. Colin’s life seemed to be following a dreary and similar pattern to his unfortunate father, of indifference, before his alleged suicide. Norah secretly changes her insurance policy which Colin finds is inadequate and he constantly worries about her faulty appliances in case of fire risk.

Norah’s birthday seems to be a pivotal time for Colin, especially when he started to see his mother in a different light, a “new charitable understanding of his own mother.” A nasty bout of food poisoning means a stay in hospital for one unfortunate character followed by three freak fires which allow some of the characters to start afresh. A black card is issued and instead of pay-back time Colin adopts a caring stance: “He’d do right by her. as good as anyone could hope for.” Perhaps Norah didn’t deserve such kindness but don’t they say that blood is thicker than water?

And, if anything, Colin makes a decent decision to be good to his mother.

Publisher: Black Swan Books. ISBN: 0-552-99898-2.

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Lower-end Q7 is as luxurious and well-mannered as any, although still not quite the model to plump for

What is it?: The entry-level version of the Audi Q7, the second generation of which was introduced to the UK market late last year. With 53bhp and 74lb ft less than its sister model, it’s just under a second slower to 62mph from rest than the 268bhp version – although it’s still a bluff two-tonne SUV capable of topping 130mph itself, and pretty plainly a long way from being underpowered.

Offered in the same SE and S line trim levels and with all of the same equipment and available options, the lower-end Q7 isn’t a car with any less technological sophistication or breadth of ability than its more powerful sibling. And so, given that its gruntier equivalent isn’t exactly a driver’s car either, could this Q7 be the pick of the range?

What's it like?: An outstanding old-school Audi in so many ways, in

terms of perceived quality, refinement, comfort, occupant space, on-board technology and remarkable ease of use. Almost all of the ways in which we praised the full-house diesel version last year, then. That said, this is perhaps not the canny buy you might expect it to be.

Wind the motor up to 3500rpm and the car’s mask of invincibility slips a bit, the V6 beginning to get breathless in the higher gears. But that’s only ever likely to be a factor when doing the kind of outsidelane motorway speeds for which Audi drivers are becoming notorious. Frankly, they’re speeds that any rightthinking Q7 owner would seldom even approach, such is the readily apparent maturity and refinement of the car’s character and the sweetness of its gait at a relaxed pace. Equip the Q7 with adaptive air suspension, as came fitted to our test car, and you’ll find

its ride indulgently supple in Comfort mode and its cabin isolation top-drawer at all times. Steering is averagely light and isn’t troubled by anything as potentially wearing as contact patch feel, but it’s fluent enough.

Body control is respectable, and the car steers faithfully and securely - although it wavers vertically on its springs at higher speeds at times, potentially disturbing passengers if you hurry.

The steering’s fluency becomes replaced by unhelpful weight and apparent stickiness and the buoyancy of that ride by a more fidgeting compromise which, while it boosts handling response and heave control a bit, isn’t worth the trade-off. At no time is the Audi actually uncomfortable, nor anything like it, but its dynamic calling card is undoubtedly less compelling while it’s pretending to be ‘sporty’.

The car’s supremely well-constructed interior exudes an aura of integrity and class that can be matched by no other large SUV. Its infotainment and convenience functions are second-to-none, too, and there’s room for even large adults to stretch out in both the first and second rows, with average-sized ones relatively comfortable in row three. http://www.autocar.co.uk/

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Guardia Civil Launches New Online Police Report System

Damage, loss, theft or recoveries are some of the issues that can be reported on this new service.

Citizens will be able to make an online police report at the “eDenuncias Virtual Office”, which you can access at http://www.guardiacivil.es or https://e-denuncia. guardiacivil.es/eDenuncia/index.faces Those users who utilize this application will have priority when confirming the complaint at police stations. The Guardia Civil has launched this online police report system so that citizens can communicate certain crimes to the Spanish authorities. The citizen will be able to report document or personal items loss/ findings, vehicle theft, subtractions from the inside of vehicles, robbery (without any violence or intimidation) and damage from unknown authors. All this and more can be reported at the “e-Denuncias Virtual Office”, which can be accessed at http://www.guardiacivil.es or https://e-denuncia.guardiacivil.es/eDenuncia/index. faces. Certain crimes cannot be reported, as those in which there is physical violence or other events where the authors are clearly identified.

Once the citizen has made the report at the “e-Denuncias Virtual Office”, within the next three days he/she will have to go to in person to the assigned Guardia Civil station to confirm the report.

However, if the citizen wishes to confirm such report at a different police station other than the assigned one, it can be done by providing the reference given by the “e-Denuncias” system.

Citizens who use this application will have priority once they have confirmed their reports, in comparison to other citizens who may come to report events of a similar nature. Therefore, unnecessary delays will be avoided for citizens. n332.es/

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Adidas to end IAAF sponsorship

Adidas, the IAAF’s biggest sponsor, has told athletics’ world governing body it is to terminate their sponsorship deal four years early.

The sportswear giant informed the IAAF of its decision - understood to be a direct result of the doping scandal sweeping the sport - last week.

Sources say the move will cost the IAAF and its commercial partner Dentsu tens of millions of dollars in revenue.

It is sure to come as a major blow for embattled president Lord Coe. Neither Adidas nor the IAAF - the International Association of Athletics Federations - confirmed the split but both issued short statements.

They both referenced the “reform process” currently under way as the IAAF attempts to come to terms with a number of damaging revelations.

They also claimed they were “in close contact” with each other, with the IAAF insisting it was in close contact with “all its sponsors and partners”.

Adidas, which designs and manufactures sports shoes, clothing and accessories, has also expressed its displeasure at the corruption scandal that continues to engulf Fifa.

However, the German firm, which signed a £750m kit sponsorship deal with British football giants Manchester United in 2014, remains world football’s governing body’s oldest commercial partner.

How much will the IAAF lose?

The 11-year sponsorship deal with Adidas was due to run until 2019 and was reportedly worth $33m (£23m).

However, sources have told the BBC that the figure is much higher - as much, in terms of cash and product, as about $8m (£5.6m) per year.

This means the projected lost revenue for the IAAF and its agency Dentsu over the next four years will be more than $30m (£21m).

In August, the IAAF said its projected revenue for 2015 was $42.8m (£30m).

For 2016, which features the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, it said the sum

would jump to $81.9m (£57.4m).

Adidas is just one of the IAAF’s official partners, along with Canon, Toyota, Seiko, TDK, TBS and Mondo.

According to an official press release that accompanied the deal announcement in 2008, the partnership between the IAAF and Adidas incorporated “every aspect of athletics, from product creation, to grassroots development and retail distribution”.

Under the agreement, Adidas also became the official sponsor of the 2009 World Championships in Berlin.

Why is Adidas bowing out?

The BBC understands that Adidas informed the IAAF in November it was considering ending their relationship early after a report detailed claims of “state sponsored doping” within Russia.

The report was compiled by an independent commission set up by the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada).

Earlier this month, the commission’s chairman, Dick Pound, delivered a second, damning report that revealed “corruption was embedded” within the IAAF under former president Lamine Diack.

Within days, a decision at the highest level in Adidas was taken to terminate its deal with the IAAF and Dentsu.

The BBC understands termination letters were sent from Adidas to the IAAF and Dentus last week.

It is understood the German multinational believes the doping revelations in Pound’s reports constitute a breach of its agreement with the IAAF. Olympic gold medallist Darren Campbell said the news that Adidas was ending its sponsorship deal early would have a major impact on the sport.

“It’s one thing to say we won’t be renewing our contract after 2019 but to actually terminate your contract now, seven, eight months before the start of the Olympic Games, this is huge,” said the Briton. bbc.com

Marina Phoenix Golf Society

Thursday’s team game was a truly international affair, ten four balls and ten different countries represented, playing the best two scores on par 5’s and the best three on the rest.

The winning team, with 106 points was Ali Mahmud, José Urroz, Derick Dale and Margaret Budd. Second, after count back was Jackie Dale, Liam MacNamee, Marcos Caparros and Jim Budd (103), followed by George Waghorn, Chantal France, Tony King and Joanna Belgium.

The individual highlight of the day was a hole in one for Kenny Nicol, at the par three 5th. Nearest the pin prizes went to Vic Bee (17), Linda King (5) and Alf Taylor (2).

Monday’s individual stableford was a success for the consistency of Terry Oliver with 40 points and three two’s prizes. Second was George Waghorn (38), followed by Rod Ambrose (36). The ladies division

scored well as Isobel Jones won with 37 points, on count back from Jackie Dale (37). Linda King (36) was third. Other two’s prizes went to Isobel Jones and Rod Ambrose.

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SPORTS SHORTS by Tony Matthews

• Last Saturday one of the great PL games of the season ended Norwich 4 Liverpool 5; Adam Lallana scoring the Reds’ winner on 95 minutes.

• Manchester United were booed off again after losing 1-0 at home to Southampton, Charlie Austin scoring on his Saints’ debut.

• Leicester are back on top of the PL after beating Stoke 3-0 while 10-man Arsenal fell to Diego Costa goal as Chelsea won 1-0 at The Emirates.

• Deli Alli hit a superb goal in Tottenham’s 3-1 win at Crystal Palace… Sergio Aguero’s late equaliser earned Manchester City a point at West Ham (2-2)… Watford beat Newcastle 2-1 and Swansea won 2-1 at Everton.

• The Sunderland-Bournemouth and WBA-Aston Villa games ended level.

• Hull City lead the Championship after winning at Fulham…

Middlesbrough succumbed to improving Nottingham Forest…

Brighton defeated Huddersfield…Birmingham beat Ipswich 3-0… and Sheffield Wednesday won at Reading; Burnley met Derby on Monday • Gillingham lead FL1; Northampton top FL2 and Celtic head the SPL. • Lionel Messi scored again for La Liga’s top-dogs Barcelona who beat Malaga 2-1; Atletico Madrid (2nd) and Real Madrid (3rd) were held to draws by Sevilla and Real Betis respectively.

• South Africa (475 and 42-1) were looking for victory in the final cricket Test against England (342) at Centurion.

• England’s Stuart Broad has moved to the top of the world bowling rankings and West Indian Shivnarine Chanderpaul has retired from international competition, having scored almost 12,000 runs in 164 Tests.

• Former Warwickshire bowler Jack Bannister (1,198 wickets in 374 matches between 1950 and 1968) has died aged 85.

• The first tennis Grand Slam tournament of the year ends this weekend in Australia where Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and Roger Federer in the men’s singles and GB’s Johanna Konta, Maria Sharapova, Viktoria Azarenka and Serena Williams in the women’s section were all doing well.

• The Abu Dhabi Golf Championship was won by Ricky Fowler (USA) on 16 under par.

• Glasgow, Gloucester, Northampton, Ospreys, Saracens, Toulon, Ulster and Wasps are looking strong in Rugby;s European Champions Cup. Toulon, in fact, want to play in the Aviva PL next season.

• Last night Liverpool met Stoke in the second leg of the League Cup semi-final while this evening it’s Manchester City v Everton in the other game. Both Merseyside clubs held one goal leads from the first games.

• It’s the FA Cup 4th round this weekend and the top games are: Derby-Manchester United (Friday, 8.55pm), ColchesterSpurs (1.45pm), Arsenal-Burnley, Aston Villa-Manchester City and Liverpool-West Ham (6.30pm) on Saturday, and Carlisle-Everton (1.30pm) and MK Dons-Chelsea (5pm) on Sunday.

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AGUILON GOLF MEMBERS REPORT

Feliz Año Nueva to our golfing friends, with the writer being in the rain soaked U.K. for the last four weeks it is catch up time.

RESULTS Wednesday December 23 – Individual Stableford Good turn outs over the festive period and some good scores.

1st Chris Baker 37pts 2nd Jim Barclay 34pts 3rd Mike Hooker 31pts Wednesday December 30 – Individual Stableford 1st Sandra Hooker 36pts

2nd Dave Wilson 34 pts on a card play off 3rd Dave Sharp 34 pts Wednesday January 6 – Monthly Medal Some unfestive weather on three kings day as the winds played havoc on the golf course, making scoring very difficult and a mention for 2nd place returning a gross six over par in those conditions 1st Roy Lewis 90-13=77 2nd John Bridgen 78-0=78 3rd Rabbe Thun 88-9=79 Wednesday January 13 Individual Stableford The first two players finished a long way ahead of the field 1st Derek Manning 38pts 2nd Chris Mardon 37pts 3rd John Parry 32pts (visitor) Wednesday January 20 – Individual Stableford Poor scoring overall on a good day for golf, however a record fifteen twos were recorded 1st Roy Stubbins 35pts 2nd Ron McKendrick 33pts (visitor) 3rd Chris Baker 33pts Guests and visitors are welcome to join us on a Monday and Friday, but please contact one of the following prior to visit Derrick 636240726 or Les 634641199 or log on to our website at aguilonmembersclub.es

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Super Bowl 50: Denver Broncos to face Carolina Panthers The Denver Broncos beat the New England Patriots 20-18 in a dramatic AFC Championship game and will face the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50.

Defending champions New England scored a touchdown with 12 seconds remaining but failed with a two-point conversion that would have levelled the scores.

Quarterback Cam Newton led Carolina to a 49-15 win over the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship game.

The Super Bowl takes place in San Francisco on 7 February.

Newton ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more to lead the Panthers to their second Super Bowl

Denver quarterback Peyton Manning, criticised all season after struggling with poor form and injury, has a chance to win his second Super Bowl title.

And at 39, he will be the oldest quarterback to play in the NFL’s showpiece event.

Broncos legend John Elway was the previous oldest, appearing in the 1999 victory over the Atlanta Falcons at the age of 38.

“To be going to our second Super Bowl in four years is very special and just an awesome effort,” said Manning, who is 40 in March.

Brady and Manning Manning, who has thrown the most touchdowns in NFL history, managed just nine touchdown passes in the regular season.

But he threw two first-half scores to Owen Daniels to put the Broncos 17-9 ahead at their Mile High Stadium.

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady struggled against Denver’s superb defence, throwing two interceptions in the first half, but rallied late on to throw a touchdown to Rob Gronkowski inside the final few seconds.

That made the score 20-18, but Denver defended the two-point conversion attempt to see out the win.

New England kicker Stephen Gostkowski’s remarkable run of 523 consecutive kicks came to an end when he missed his extra point after Steven Jackson’s touchdown.

Panthers maul Cardinals Cam Newton dives for a touchdown

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Carolina scored the first three times they touched the ball to lead the Cardinals 24-7 at half-time.

Star quarterback Newton finished with 335 yards passing and 47 rushing, as the team set a scoring record for an NFC final.

“Oh, wow, playing ‘The Sheriff’,” 26-year-old Newton said of the prospect of going head-to-head with

“We’re going to live in the moment right now. We’re going to be excited.

“We came out here and fought our tails off and did what a lot of people said we couldn’t do. It’s not over yet.

We’ll be ready to go in two weeks.”

Newton, expected to be named the league’s most valuable player, has run or thrown for 50 touchdowns this season.

The Panthers lost the 2004 Super Bowl 32-29 to the Patriots.

Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer described his mood after the defeat as “about as bad as you can feel”.

“Carolina jumped out early and got on top of us,” he said. “We dug ourselves a hole and never came close to coming out of it.”

Palmer surrendered six of seven turnovers, including four interceptions.

“Staring over at their sideline and seeing that feeling the other team has is something that’s probably going to stick with me for the rest of my life,” he said.

The Cardinals reached their only Super Bowl in 2009, losing 27-23 to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California Date: Sunday, 7 February Start time: 23:30 GMT Bbc.com

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19th Hole Golf Society, Match Report.

On Thursday 21st January 32 players set off to play a team Waltz and an Individual Stableford competition. Again we were blessed with perfect weather conditions at this lovely resort.

Plenty of excuses offered by the low scoring teams for their performance but the team Of Mike and Karyn Esposito, Nekana Galindez and Paco Ocaña Grajal needed no excuse scoring 83 stableford points easily taking 1st place from Tony MacKay’s team of Geoff Smith, Ron (The Rocket) Curtis, and Jerry Edwards on 71 points. Nekana also had a Nearest the Pin on 17th which she converted to a Two. Great to see new member Terry Wilson taking a Two on the 17th (must be a golfer in him somewhere!!).

In the Individual competitions Doug Birrell comfortably took the 1st Division with 34 points, whilst Geoff Smith with 32 points captured 1st place in Division 2.

Nekana romped home in the Ladies Division with a really impressive 35 points.

Following the presentation it was back to La Vida for excellent nibbles and a chance to wish Brian (Dee) Lowden a very Happy Birthday.

Results.Team waltz.

1st Mike and Karyn Esposito,

Nekana Galindez and Paco Ocaña Grajal 2nd Tony MacKay’s, Geoff Smith, Ron (The Rocket) Curtis, and Jerry Edwards Mens Division 1 1st Doug Birrell 34 points (22) Mens Division 2.

1st Geoff Smith 32 points (28) Ladies Division.

1st Nekana Galindez 35 points (26) Nearest the Pins ( Sponsored by Brian (Dee) Lowden 3 Pat O Dwyer 8th Brian Lowden 12th Bob Tagg 14th Don Harbron 15th Alan Brigden (in two) 17th Nekana Galindez Twos.

14th Terry Wilson & Don Harbron 17th Nekana Galindez & Nigel Greenwood The 19th Hole Golf Society arranges weekly games around the area playing Aguilon every other week. For more information ring 610340653 or email gs19thhole@ hotmail.co.uk

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TERCERA DIVISION GROUP 13:

El Palmar C.F. 1 – 2 Águilas F.C., Churra 1 – 2 La Unión C.F., Ciudad de Murcia 1 – 1 F.C. Pinatar, Espinardo Atlético 0 – 1 Huércal Overa C.F., A.D. Caravaca 0 - 3 C.D. Plus Ultra, Yeclano Deportivo 2 – 1 Atlético Pulpileño, Mar Menor C.F. 1 – 2 E.F. Alhama, C.F. Lorca Deportiva 4 – 0 Muleño C.F., C.D. Minera 1 – 2 R. Murcia Imperial.

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