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Shark bites bather at crowded Costa Blanca beach in Spanish holiday hotspot A holidaymaker has been treated in hospital after being bitten by a shark at a packed Costa Blanca beach. Bathers were ordered out of the water after the attack around 11.30am on Friday. The 40-year-old victim was rushed to hospital in Elche on the southern Costa Blanca where he was given stitches to a wound in his hand. First aiders described the bite as "large" and said he had come out of the sea with blood streaming from the injury. His nationality has not been revealed although he is thought to live locally. The drama happened at Elche's Arenales del Sol beach. The attack has been blamed on a blue shark known in Spanish as a tintorera, a species of requiem shark which rarely bite humans. It is only known to have been involved in 13 biting incidents, four of which ended fatally. The red flag was kept in place for around two hours until 1.30pm when bathers were allowed back in the water. Last August British tourists were ordered off a beach in Benidorm when a suspected barracuda bit a 10-year-old on the hip. And in December tourist Cristina Ojeda-Thies was bitten by a shark off the popular winter destination of Gran Canaria. She tweeted afterwards as she showed off the wounds to her arm: "Today I've had

a face to face meeting with a shark. Things that happen when you swim in the Canaries in December." Pascual Calabuig, director of the council-run Wild Fauna Recovery Centre in Gran Canaria, described the incident at the time as "very rare." Fernando Frias, President of the Canary Islands Shark Alliance which promotes shark conservation, called it a "one-off". He added: "I doubt something like this will happen again in the next 50 years so people shouldn't be afraid." Spaniard Cristina, 38, from Madrid, was on holiday with her family when she was bitten at Arinaga Beach in Aguimes on Gran Canaria’s east coast which is a popular area with divers. She went for a swim in the sea after Christmas Day dinner with her relatives. Recalling the horror attack which happened just 60 feet from the shoreline, she told a local paper: “I noticed something pulling at my left arm but I didn’t pay any attention because it felt like a dog biting you when it’s playing. “I returned to the shoreline swimming crawl and I felt another pull again, more intense this time. http://www.telegraph.co.uk

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Damaged British nuclear sub leaves Gibraltar

A British nuclear submarine that collided with a merchant vessel off the coast of Gibraltar and was forced to dock in the territory left on Friday, the defence ministry said. The incident on July 20th sparked environmental fears as well as concerns it could lead to yet another diplomatic row between London and Madrid, which wants Gibraltar back centuries after it was ceded to Britain in 1713. A defence ministry spokeswoman said HMS Ambush -- the front of its conning tower still damaged -- had left and was "absolutely safe to go to sea," although she refused to tell AFP where it was headed. The submarine was submerged and carrying out a training exercise when it collided with an unspecified merchant vessel last week, damaging its conning tower and forcing it to dock for checks in the overseas British territory on Spain's southern tip known as "the Rock". Concerned, Madrid asked London for urgent explanations as to the extent of the damage. Britain's navy tried to allay fears, saying there were "no safety concerns" as the collision had not damaged HMS Ambush's nuclear plant. The spokeswoman said that before sailing HMS Ambush underwent "a stringent safety review and full assessment of her ability to navigate safely." The incident revived memories of another submarine incident at the turn of the century, when Britain's HMS Tireless was forced to dock in Gibraltar for repairs

for nearly a year after a crack was found in a cooling pipe near its nuclear reactor. I t s presence caused outrage in Gibraltar and southern Spain, with people staging regular protests, and strained ties between London and Madrid. The tiny rocky outcrop of Gibraltar has long been the subject of an acrimonious sovereignty row between both countries. Spain's conservative government, which has been in place since 2011, has been particularly vocal about its desire to see the territory come back into its fold. In one particularly belligerent row over disputed waters, Spanish authorities upped checks at its land border with Gibraltar in 2013, creating hours-long logjams and forcing the European Commission to wade in and ease the crisis. And there have been repeated incidents involving fishing or police patrol boats in disputed waters off the coast of Gibraltar. thelocal

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U2 seen in Valencia at friend’s pre-wedding party

IRISH rockers U2 were spotted in Valencia city on Thursday night, where they had travelled to attend the wedding of one of singer Bono’s childhood friends. “Even though we’d been told there would be special guests, we were really surprised when we saw U2 turn up,” said the owner of gastro-pub Jockey, where a pre-wedding party was held. “Despite being the Beatles of the 21st century, they behaved in a very simple, approachable manner – not diva-ish at all.” Adam Clayton, Bono and The Edge arrived at Jockey at around 22.00hrs, and stayed there until 01.00hrs yesterday (Friday) morning along with another 50 or so Irish nationals who were guests at the wedding. Bono apparently ordered a ‘Spanish beer’ to ‘try it and see what it was like’, said co-proprietor David Muñoz, who owns Jockey along with Juan Albert. And when staff played some U2 records in tribute to their celebrity guests, then asked the band members if they had any requests, they said: “Anything except one of our songs.” The wedding venue has not been revealed as yet. thinkspain

Leo Messi's restaurant causes neighbour revolt

BARÇA FC's Leo Messi has upset his neighbours by opening a restaurant which locals claim has no trading licence and creates too much noise. They have even raised a petition for the huge eatery, at numbers 86 to 88 of the C/ Enric Granados, to be shut down. The Bellavista del Jardín del Norte sits in a 1,000-square-metre garden surrounded by several hundred homes, and the people occupying them say Barcelona city council has only given a permit for restaurant activity inside the building. Its presence will 'shatter the peace', say residents, since it 'acts like a soundbox' as noises 'echo'. They say the same already happens with patios of hotels in the Eixample neighbourhood. "However much promoters use glamorous names to promote their premises in the media, they create a full-on attack on our right to peace and quiet," the Federation of Residents' Associations complains. Messi's restaurant has up to 300 diners at a time on the premises from morning

until around midnight when evening meals finish. Local dwellers are even more annoyed that the city council plans to allow the Bellavista to use an outside dining area in the street, with 12 tables occupying a five-foot-square (1.5-metre) area each with seating for four, adding another 48 potential customers to the 300 inside and in the garden. The eatery opened on Friday last week (July 22) as a result of a joint venture between restaurateur brothers Borja, Pedro and Juan Carlos Iglesias, and Leo Messi's brother Rodrigo. Leo himself has been a prominent feature in the media lately because of his restaurant and his startling new look, having dyed his hair blond and grown a beard. thyinkspain

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Spanish PM accepts King’s request to form a government

After a week of consultations between head of state and party leaders, acting PM says he still lacks enough support for a succesful reinstatement bid in Congress Acting Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy on Thursday accepted the Spanish king’s request to try to form a government, on the basis that his Popular Party (PP) won the most votes at the repeat election of June 26. “The King has asked me to submit to an investiture vote, and I explained to him that for now I don’t have enough support, but that I accept his request,” he said after the one-hour meeting. It is not wise, in any aspect of life, to get ahead of oneself According to Spain's Constitution, once a candidate submits to a congressional vote to become the next prime minister, a countdown begins. If no nominee is successful, parliament is dissolved and new elections called. This is precisely what happened after the election of December 20,

2015, when Rajoy refused to stand for reinstatement on the basis that he lacked support from other parties and that his bid was doomed to fail. The Socialist Party (PSOE) leader, Pedro Sánchez, made a bid of his own but did not secure enough backing to form an alternative majority. Speaking after his oneon-one meeting with Felipe VI on Thursday, Rajoy was deliberately vague regarding his plans for the near future. “It is not wise, in any

aspect of life, to get ahead of oneself,” he stated. The conservative leader admitted that for now, the only support he has is from his own 137 deputies in Congress. Rajoy needs 176 seats for a majority, and is only willing to seek them among what he describes as the “constitutionalist parties.” This means the Socialists and the reform party Ciudadanos, both of which reject the kind of independence referendums championed by Catalan and Basque separatists, and accepted by the anti-austerity Podemos. Rajoy said

that he will keep trying to negotiate a governing program with these parties in order to have some guarantee of success at the investiture vote. “I will seek support to form a moderate government and a calendar for it,” he said. If this avenue reaches a dead end, he will “explore a minority government.” However, the acting PM would not say how long he is giving himself to reach these deals. “It must be reasonable; a long time is not necessary,” he said. “I will not give out any specific date.” But

Rajoy is in a hurry to get a government in motion because he wants to honor EU fiscal policy deadlines, which require getting the spending ceiling and the 2017 budget passed between late August and late September. Rajoy said on Thursday that he will call the “constitutionalist” parties once again to discuss a proposed

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Stop being coach potatoes; throw away your gadgets, which make you drowsy and dull and go out to explore the world, Pope Francis told crowds of young people in Krakow. The pontiff certainly knows about living an active life as pictures on social media show. “…In life there is another, even more dangerous, kind of paralysis…[It] comes from confusing happiness with a sofa. ‘Sofa-happiness!’ A sofa that promises us hours of comfort so we can escape to the world of videogames and spend all kinds of time in front of a computer screen,” Pope Francis told the crowds on Saturday. GentileHappiness can't be downloaded like an app, Pope tells teens “And little by little” computers and other gadgets only help children to “grow drowsy and dull,” said the 79-year-old head of the Catholic Church. “Dear young people, we didn’t come into this work to ‘vegetate,’ to take it easy, to make our lives a comfortable sofa to fall asleep on. No, we came for another reason: to leave a mark.” Pope Francis called on young people “to trade” the sofa “for a pair of walking shoes and to set out on new and uncharted paths.” “The times we live in do not call for young “couch potatoes”, but for young people with shoes, or better, boots laced. The times we live in require only active players on the field, and there is no room for those who sit on the bench,” he said.

The pontiff has been communicating with numerous people during his time in Poland and has even posed for photos. Millions of pilgrims around the world gathered in Krakow to see the Holy leader. The Pope also enjoys selfies. This one was released on his official

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We’ve just spent time with family in Madrid, where among other things we were introduced to the joys, if such they may be called, of ‘Escape Rooms’, an entertainment, apparently of growing popularity. So the six of us were locked together in a room, furnished to resemble an Egyptian tomb, and informed that the main entrance had just collapsed, so our only hope for escape was to find and open an alternative exit, by solving a number of puzzles and manipulating a variety of artefacts, using our own ingenuity and occasional hints. It was fascinating to note how we each reacted. Two spent ages trying to solve a 3D puzzle to create a pharaoh look-alike, one got stuck into something like a rubrics cube, made of heavy metal, whilst two others started examining and documenting various works of art. The youngest, aged 8, however rushed round at great speed twisting, pulling or turning anything that moved so that after only a few minutes she’d released a whole series of hidden panels, behind each of which were concealed hints or suggestions, often extremely obtuse, which together enabled us to recognise and solve further puzzles, the last of which opened a hidden door, not to the outside world,

but to another chamber of puzzles. In all, there were three chambers to explore, and in each, it was the youngest family member who produced the various keys that allowed puzzles to be solved and doors to open. And, I couldn’t help thinking, how like the Christian life that is! For as St Luke tells us, Jesus said that we can only enter the kingdom of God if we receive it like little children. And that so often is the problem. We tend to try to be too clever and earn God’s acceptance, where a child is just happy to accept with gratitude whatever is offered, understanding they can never deserve it. So, to enter His Kingdom, as to gain freedom from the Escape Room, we need to become as little children.

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thirteenth Century with the prospect of a full Church pardon for ones sins and even some crimes; 200,000 people were walking the path every Jubilee year. The next Jubilee is 2016. After being published in 1135; the travel guide for the Camino Santiago the Codex Calixtinus was copied and distributed to churches, wealthy households and monasteries across France and further afield. The texts were read out as sermons to encourage potential pilgrims by describing the route, its religious benefits and reassuring them of the safety of the Camino. It became fashionable among royal and noble society to make the pilgrimage though I imagine on horseback rather than on foot mingling with the peasants; Kings from Spain, Portugal, Austria and France made the journey. King Henry I of England’s daughter Matilda also crossed it off her bucket list. Between1213-15; Saint Francis of Assisi reputedly walked from Italy to Compostela and then back again. Just into the Basque region of Spain where the Camino enters from

France, there is a small town called Puente la Reina. Here a six arched bridge was built to save pilgrims from fording the river; upon the order of Dona Mayor the Queen of Sancho III of Pamplona. It’s one place where the route hasn’t changed in almost a thousand years; modern day pilgrims walk a few hundred metres in the footsteps of Saint Francis. The first Pope to visit Santiago de Compostela was John Paul II in 1982 and again in 89. The Codex was kept in a safe at the Cathedral and brought out for special occasions. In July 2011 however the Codex was stolen. Cathedral staff searched for hours before calling the police. There were five security cameras in the archives but none aimed at the safe. Immediately it was suspected as an inside job as the safe keys were still hanging in the door of the safe. A year later the Codex was found undamaged in a lock up locally; along with a million in cash and other manuscripts missing from the Cathedral. The Cathedral’s

former part time electrician of 25 years, José Manuel Fernández Castiñeiras was sentenced to 10 years earlier this year for the theft of not only the Codex but also 2.5 million Euros from the collection boxes. His wife was given six months and both were convicted of money laundering as they’d bought property in the region in his wife’s name. Already 1.7 million has been recovered and returned. Manuel led a seemingly ordinary life but crazily kept a diary detailing his nefarious deeds; his entry for 5th January 2005 read ‘went to cathedral, took 2,910 Euros and 114 dollars, updated my account books, went out for two coffees, returned to the cathedral, back to a café, chatted with a priest, took a siesta, fed the animals, picked up wife from work, and did an electrical repair job.’ Buen Camino!

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The respected survey recorded a record average house price of £205,715 in July, a rise of 0.5 per cent for the month but Brexit’s impact is currently unknown. Nationwide reported a record average house price of £205,715 in July but said that the effects of Brexit cannot yet be predicted. The building society’s respected index, released on Thursday, showed a rise of 0.5 per cent for the month and a 5.2 per cent gain on a year earlier. This is the first house price data captured after the EU referendum, but any fallout from the vote may not yet have been felt, warned Robert Gardner, Nationwide’s chief economist. The world’s largest building society said that it was not yet possible to separate the effects of Brexit and an increase in tax on buy-to-let investments, which was implemented in April. Gardner said that the housing market outlook is unusually uncertain but added that in the short term, “economic uncertainty may lead to weaker demand for homes”. “Household confidence fell sharply in the wake

of the referendum result, especially attitudes towards making major purchases, which in the past has correlated with mortgage activity.” It is uncertain how this will feed through to house prices however, Nationwide’s report said, pointing out that the stock of homes on estate agents’ books is at its lowest level for thirty years and homebuilding is still failing to keep up with demand. The job market will be “crucial” to the house price outlook in the longer term, Gardner said, adding that it was encouraging that unemployment had hit a ten-year low. Though more people are in work, the average UK worker has seen the real value of their salary crash by 10.4 per cent since 2007; as much as in crisis-hit Greece. Gardner did not comment on what effect this may have on house prices. The figures come as the Office for National Statistics reported that the construction had entered a recession in June after output declined for the second quarter in succession. Independent.co.uk

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El Economista reported that, among the Spanish capitals, the study found that housing investment in Lleida is most profitable, with returns of 7.7%, followed by Palma de Mallorca (6.7%), Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (6.5%), Alicante (6.4%) and Huelva (6.3%), while the profitability in both Madrid and Barcelona reached 5.5%.

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Traditional refurbished cortijo with many original features retained. The house is set in the heart of the village with stunning views, and features 3 bedrroms, 2 bathrooms. To the front of the property there is a parking space and to the side a courtyard, also to the front is approx 400m2 of very fertile land currently used for growing vegetables. Overall the property has been finished and maintained to a high standard. Fantastic value for money

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200,000€

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Bilbao is the heart of a metropolis where more than a million people live. It is the centre of the economic-social development and the main factor of the modernisation of the Bay of Biscay. The great architectural and infrastructure projects have been the driving force of the urban and economic regeneration of the city. The Bilbao Guggenheim Museum, the Euskalduna Conference and Music Centre, Norman Foster's Underground, Calatrava's airport, the towers designed by the architects Arata Isozaki and César Pelli... are all examples of the dynamism that exists in Bilbao. The city is situated in the area of Bizkaia and is surrounded by a fertile landscape with forests, mountains, beaches and steep coasts. All this makes Bilbao a privileged destination for visitors. The modern transport and network of roads run to locations nearby such as the other capitals of the Basque Country - Vitoria and San Sebastián.

Quantity and quality in all artistic expressions The cultural activities in Bilbao are irresistible, with two of the best art galleries in Spain, six theme museums, contemporary art exhibitions and an ongoing programme with shows: opera, symphony orchestras, theatre, dance, cinema and light, pop and rock music. The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao has become the cultural and tourism driving force of the Basque Country. This spectacular building (Frank O. Gehry, 1997) is covered in titanium panels and has its own important collection, as well as sharing the largest private modern and contemporary art collection in the world with New York and Venice. The Fine Arts Museum is one of the best in

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Housing Investment Profitability Reached 6.1% in Q2

Profitability from investments in housing in Spain reached 6.1% in the second quarter of the year, compared with 5.5% in the same period a year ago. Moreover, this percentage is well above the margin offered by 10 year bonds, which stood at around 1.5% in the latest auctions. These are some of the conclusions from a study carried out by property portal, idealista, which analyses prior sales and rentals of different real estate products in order to calculate their gross profitability. According to the analysis, commercial premises remain the most profitable real estate investment, as buying or renting one of these properties offers a return of 7.7%, in line with the figures offered a year ago. Furthermore, office premises offer returns of 7.3%, up 1% compared with last year, and the profitability on garage premises has risen from 4.6% to 5.6% El Economista reported that, among the Spanish capitals, the study found that housing investment in Lleida is most profitable, with returns of 7.7%, followed by Palma de Mallorca (6.7%), Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (6.5%), Alicante (6.4%) and Huelva (6.3%), while the profitability in both Madrid and Barcelona reached 5.5%. In contrast, the lowest returns for investors on homes for rent in Spain, are those obtained in San Sebastián (3.7%), Ourense (3.7%), A Coruña (3.9%) and Zamora (4.3%). kyero.com

Spain – Ninth Most Attractive Country for Real Estate Investment

According to the ‘Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction Capital Confidence Barometer’ published recently by Ernst & Young, Spain is the ninth country in the world considered most attractive to investors looking to make any acquisition in the coming months within the real estate and construction sectors. Spain climbed seven places to stand among the top ten countries of greatest interest to investors, behind only the United States, the United Kingdom, India, China, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Germany and Sweden. The Barometer highlights Spain’s favourable evolution in the rankings despite the current uncertainties which exist on an international scale, affecting optimism over the world economy and confidence in the capital markets. Moreover, El Mundo reported that, with this rise in the rankings, Spain has overtaken such countries as France, Italy, Cyprus, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Argentina and Australia. In contrast, the study also indicated that global economic uncertainty was reflected in the percentage of investors planning to make an acquisition in the next year, which fell from 50% last year, to 37%. In addition, some 48% of the companies surveyed said they had three or more deals in the pipeline, compared with 57% six months ago. However, at the same time, 29% of the respondents believe that the price of assets will fall over the next 12 months, compared with 4% six months ago, and only 19% expect prices to increase, down from 40% last year. kyero.com

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We are a multidisciplinary law firm based in Vera (Almería) and as such we deal with many different aspects of law, specialising in litigation, conveyancing, taxation, civil, commercial and fiscal law. Our aim is to provide a personal, quality service, in plain English and to do so promptly, efficiently and in a friendly manner. We will keep you up to date and fully informed throughout and all at a very competitive price. We can also arrange the following if needed: • Open a Spanish bank account • Connection of utility services • If you are considering renting your house or land we will negotiate your letting agreement, ensuring that the terms of your contract meet your requirements • Write your Spanish will • As your Fiscal Representatives, we will assist you in any dealings with Spanish Tax Office and explain to you all the taxes that you are liable to pay. 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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The Realisation

Manuela’s head was clearing from the excesses of the night before. She knew she needed to do something but her head still wasn’t functioning properly. The analytical side of her brain seemed to be doing its job but her memory was still malfunctioning. A protection mechanism perhaps but she knew whatever it was she had forgotten shouldn’t have been forgotten. She checked her purse, all her credit cards were there, she checked her clothing, all correct, she hadn’t left anywhere she shouldn’t have. ‘What had she forgotten?’. A powerful jet of steamy hot water hit Manuela as she showered. She luxuriated in the sensation of water pressure and heat, the ill effects of her ‘night out’ were being exorcised. As she became ‘normal’ once more the terrible truth struck her. The monthly Cabinet Meeting, where Rodriquez would table his usual motion. Manuela grabbed a towel and raced to the Cabinet Office. Passers-by paid little attention to her, a semi naked Manuela making near dawn departures was not an uncommon sight in Alqueria. The sight that met Manuela as she opened the Office doors was however a rare sight indeed. The Office was populated by obese balding men, smoking cigars, and belching. Rodriquez and his cronies. Manuela was too late. Her missing vote had allowed Rodriquez to dissolve the Republic and declare himself, perpetual and total dictator of what was the Village Republic of Alqueria. The first act of the new Dictatorship was to tear up the constitution, fortunately

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they couldn’t find the ‘fag’ packet on which it was written so had settled for tearing up Rodriquez’s parking fines which he never paid anyway. In fact no one in the Pueblo paid them but it kept the Village Policeman, José Cabrasilbido occupied. They then transferred the Remitroot crop into state ownership, a euphemism for Rodriquez´s ownership. Poyato was evicted from his small holding on which the Crop grew and now he wanders the streets of Alqueria swearing vengeance and drinking Flemitcroot Whisky, a cheap alternative to Remitroot distilled in southern Iraq using war surplus napalm. Manuela lost no time in setting up a provisional government in exile. Somewhere in the backstreets of Vera Pueblo Manuela, Loco Paco and Poyato considered their options. Manuela favoured an allout assault on the town using hired mercenaries. She had contacts with Red John Begone, the soldier-of-fortune who liberated Central Uhandup from the evil dictator Mad Big-belly Maluugy. Poyato wanted to send a strongly worded text message. Loco Paco wanted to play hopscotch with a group of athletic fairies he had recently met. Will it be all out war, nasty test messages or playing hopscotch with energetic sprites? We will see.

LEGAL CORNER WITH MICHAEL DAVIES, ABOGADO/SOLICITOR

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QUESTION: I am trying to help my mother who has very bad health and wishes to move back to the UK but has not managed to sell her Spanish property yet. From a legal point are there any matters to take care of before she comes back ? ANSWER 1. Make sure her Spanish will is in good order. There have been some changes to the laws recently which make it convenient to have a solicitor take a look at it. 2. Locate the title deeds to the property and their NIE numbers. 3. Make sure internet banking is set up on her Spanish bank account. 4. Your mother may wish to consider signing a power of attorney for you to deal with her Spanish assets (in case a buyer is found and

she does not wish or is not able to visit Spain). 5. Look in to the advantages/disadvantages of selling quickly now versus holding on and waiting for a better price. From a tax point of view, if she is a resident and over 65, there is a certain advantage to selling before she loses her resident status in Spain, as she is entitled to a 100% exemption from capital gains tax. 6. Meet her solicitor before you leave in case you later need to deal with things remotely. Depending on your circumstances there could be other things to do, but I would at least cover these items.

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.

Asking for It

The Waiting Room at the Medical Centre was uncharacteristically calm, so I knew that Ernesto was not on duty that day. Ernesto attracts the feeble and failing of Arboleas to him in the same way that a lamp attracts moths; he is a kindly man, whose grasp of English and computer skills has become masterly, but even he has to have a holiday now and then.

On those days his place is taken by a locum, who may or may not speak English, and who obviously will not be on first name terms with the patients and their ailments. However, on the basis that fools rush in, etc. I swanned into the Waiting Room unperturbed, and sat down to wait for Pete and pass the time of day with those souls already present. The first question was ‘Who’s on?’ to which the reply was ‘The lady doctor.’ I’ve met ‘The lady doctor’, and found her to be everything a doctor should be, including run-of-the-mill pretty, so I was slightly taken aback by the sotto voce statement from one of the male patients that she was ‘Gorgeous.’ Pleasant, or attractive in a motherly sort of way is how I would have described her. However, we all have standards, though how he could have called her ‘gorgeous’ when he had such a goodlooking wife sitting next to him was not clear to me. My turn was called. I entered the Inner Sanctum, and staggered weakly to a chair. Gorgeous was definitely an understatement! And not just gorgeous, but kind, efficient and understanding, with a smile that could

By Jos Biggs

josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk melt a polar ice cap in minutes! Immediately I knew what this gentleman meant – perfection like this should not be allowed to roam at large, for fear of causing confusion to unprepared and possibly frail males. I passed this information on to Pete, who had attended in a supporter’s role. He cogitated for a second, then asked ‘Do I need any prescriptions renewing?’ ‘No.’ ‘Oh. Maybe I don’t feel very well. I think I should see the doctor.’ I favoured him with a caustic look. ‘Or maybe I might faint, and need medical assistance.’ He persisted. I gave him a look that made Agua Fuerte seem like mouthwash. ‘I think I should see the doctor.’ He bleated pitifully. ‘I’ll smack you round the chops and give you a reason to see the doctor if you don’t shut up.’ I wonder how many other wives have had much the same conversation recently?

Enchanting Spain - out now

From Santiago de Compostela in the north-west to Granada in the southeast via Madrid in the centre, Enchanting Spain reveals the fascinating breadth and depth of this exuberant country. The Moorish Alhambra, Toledo’s Jewish quarter, the Roman amphitheatre at Mérida and Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia, the famously unfinished cathedral, each show a different aspect of Spain’s complex history, now intermingled with fabulously contemporary museums and art centres. The major towns sparkle with life, which visitors can share through the vibrant night scene, the delicious food and wine, the flamenco performances and the abundant festivals. The landscape is diverse and dramatic, whether you are discovering the sundrenched beaches of Andalucía, hiking in the Picos de Europa or taking a trip down the Guadalquivir River. Enchanting Spain is a portrait in words and images of both the familiar and the unexpected pleasures of this vibrant country. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------John MacDonald has written for many Spanish and international publications and has a special interest in Spanish history. He studied journalism, photography and archaeology at the University of Exeter and UCL. He shares his time between the UK and Spain. Patricia Díaz Pereda studied at the Complutense University of Madrid, and has worked as a television director and for a media publication. She is passionate about her homeland and has written many articles for magazines as well as contributing to Descubrir España, a National Geographic publication on the subject. She lives in Madrid. ISBN 978-1-909612-70-9 £9.99 paperback

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1492 – Christopher Columbus sets sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain. 1900 – The Firestone Tire and Rubber Company is founded. 1946 – Santa Claus Land, the world’s first themed amusement park, opens in Santa Claus, Indiana, United States. 1958 – The nuclear submarine USS Nautilus travels beneath the Arctic ice cap. 2004 – The pedestal of the Statue of Liberty reopens after being closed since the September 11 attacks.

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Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Thread green bell pepper, onion, chicken, and pineapple onto skewers; brush with barbeque sauce. Cook on the preheated grill until chicken is no longer pink in the centre and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes per side.

Method

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Whisk sherry vinegar, olive oil, mustard, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Place steak in marinade and turn to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes. Cook steak on the preheated grill, turning once, until each side is browned, steak is beginning to firm, and is hot and slightly pink in the centre, about 2 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centre should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Transfer steak to a plate and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

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Generously rub the BBQ seasoning all over the pork. Heat a pan over high heat. Sear all sides of the pork shoulder for 2 minutes each. Place the pork in a slow cooker, on top of the sliced onion. Pour the BBQ sauce over and cover the slow cooker and turn on low. Cook for 6-8 hours - at this point the pork will be fall apart tender. Use tongs to place the pork in a bowl. I poured the sauce (including the onions) into a large saucepan and thickened it letting it reduce by one third. Use two forks to shred the pork and stir in the BBQ sauce. Place about Â˝ cup of the shredded pork on a bun, and add any toppings you like

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WAITROSE PUTS ITS FAITH IN ANDALUSIA

Priced at £7.99, Anda is a Tempranillo/Syrah blend made from grapes grown at 1,000m altitude in the province of Almeria in the southeast of Andalusia, where the cool nights allow the grapes to retain their acidity and freshness. Its creator, Englishman Harry Hunt of Bodegas Tierra Hermosa, claims the wine is the first non-fortified from Andalusia to go on sale at a UK supermarket. Hunt made the wine in collaboration with winemaker Nacho Suárez. “Andalusia is the most quintessentially Spanish part of the Iberian Peninsula. Millions of Brits holiday there every year as it encapsulates everything they love about Spain – flamenco, castles, olive groves, sun, sea and sand and tapas,” said Hunt. “But most know very little about the exciting wines being made up in the mountains behind their sun loungers – wines that are a perfect match for the Spanish dishes they love. “Andalusia is an undiscovered wine region. We believe Anda is going to change that and will serve as a fantastic introduction to Andalusian wine,” he added. Waitrose wine buyer Nick Room revealed that Spain is an “extremely important” category for the supermarket. “We are continually looking for new excitement in this impressive wine region. “Tradition, innovation and value are Spain’s watchwords and Spanish wine sales at Waitrose continue to grow,” he said. “Anda represents another new departure for us, which we are thrilled to be working on with,” he added. Hunt plans to roll out the Anda brand to other international markets and is keen to develop a white offering. Anda is due to go on sale sat 77 Waitrose stores and online via Waitrose Cellar. thedrinksbusiness.com

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V ENTA EL GUARDUCHA

Now serving English Breakfast

Restaurant ● Daily Menu Celebrations & Special Events, Open Everyday 9am - Late Closed Monday Evenings Specialises in: Meats cooked over natural firewood, Roasts and Tapas Menu del dia and Menu del noche with a wide variety of dishes Free WiFi zone for clients

Tel: 622 582 538 / 666 959 822 Paraje Los Castejones s/n Albox ventaguarducha@gmail.com www.ventaelguarducha.wix.com/venta-el-guarducha

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NEW VEGETARIAN MENU cous-cous, risottos, vegetable lasagne, fresh pasta, pizzas, soya burgers, vegetable soups, vegetable pies, tofu salads, all serve with fresh vegetables and potatoes or rice.

MENU DEL NOCHE

20OZ T-BONE STEAK, 16OZ BEEF ENTRECOTE, 12OZ PORK TENDERLOIN, ROASTED LAMB SHANK & sHOULDER, ROASTED PORK KNUCKLE AND MORE. SERVED 7PM - 10PM

SUNDAY ROAST MENU DEL DIA 4 COURSES WITH BOTTLE OF RIOJA WINE PER COUPLE, COFFEE INCLUDED, ROAST LAMB SHOULDER & PORK KNUCkLE, 20OZ T-BONE STEAK, 12OZ ENTRECOTE, 10OZ PORK TENDERLOIN, ROAST POTATOES & FRESH VEGETABLES. SERVED 1PM - 4PM

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Spanish Speaking 950 430 145 English Speaking 647 730 103 PolIG ONO I ndu st r ia l A lb ox, Nea r t he ITV Ga rage

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NOW OPEN 9am - Late 7 days a week Come along and welcome the opening of Legends. Serving all day breakfast from just 3.95€, bar meals and snacks. Coffee 1.00€ and bottled beer just 1.20€ Quiz night with Carole Thursday from 8pm Winning team recieves free bottle ENTERTAINMENT EVERY SATURDAY

Come along and join us Pol Llanos De Arboleas, 04660 Tel: 634 375 908 email: angielegends@yahoo.com

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Calling all Tapas Chefs!

National Competition Accepting Entries. Spanish chefs interested in entering the upcoming edition of the Concurso de Pinchos y Tapas Ciudad de Valladolid (City of Valladolid National Pinchos and Tapas Competition), can rise to the challenge between now and October 4th, 2016. Originality, creativity, imagination, technique, taste, budget and presentation are just some of the factors that aspiring tapas champions will have to keep in mind when preparing their recipe for this annual competition, which will unfold from November 7-9th, 2016, in Valladolid's Cúpula del Milenio. The 2016 event will be the 12th edition of this prestigious competition, which chooses its participants through a selection process that is based on the judgment of seventeen anonymous gastronomy experts (one for each of Spain's Autonomous Communities). Prospective participants must be currently working as chefs in any Spanish establishment that has a bar where tapas are served.

Martín Berasategui, Pedro Subijana and Nacho Manzano, among others; these details and more are sure to follow on this beloved Spanish gastronomic event. http://www.foodswinesfromspain.com

Chefs compete for the top prize of 6,000 euros in cash, while other awards are also presented to the second place winner and the chefs responsible for the "Most Traditional", "Most Avant-garde" and "Best Concept" tapas. Although details have yet to be announced as to the make-up of the seven-member jury, which in the past has been presided over by prestigious chefs like Albert Adrià,

Full Menu Available ALL DAY, EVERY DAY from 10am - 9pm, Sunday 5pm-9pm

is situated in the pretty village of Cerro Gordo and just 10 minutes outside Albox. They do delicious homemade food including beef wellington, orchard pie and speciality food. All freshly prepared so booking is essential. Try their homemade 3 course Sunday lunch at 8.50€. Free venue for your Party or Get Together just phone Chris for details 950 930 169 or 650 599 739. www.bistobonita. alittlebitofengland.es

BAR EL SALIENTE WINE & TAPAS Menu del Dia - Menu del Noche

Calle Andalucia 25 100m down from Guardia Civil Albox (Almeria) C.P.: 04660

would like to invite you to sample the exciting new additions to the already successful menú of the night. With 4 new additions per the 3 course taking it to 11 starters, 10 mains, and 9 sweets. With additions to include more choice for the high volume of gluten free people. Still priced at the value beating 10.95€ for 3 courses, including a carafe of wine for 2 people. Full a-la-carte still available. Please call for reservation. carol4simon@hotmail.com

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Includes a carafe of wine per couple 11 starters, 10 mains & 9 Desserts Full A La Carte also available Monday - Saturday 7pm - late. Closed Sunday

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Find us across the old bridge from Palza Mayor Albox, opp Bar Wassy

Sharron & Danny welcome customers new and old

Traditionally Cooked Sunday Lunch

Roast Beef, Pork, Chicken, Honey Roast Gammon (and now Braised Lamb available at a supplement)

Available 12:30pm - 4pm

entertain you with songs from the 50’s to the present day with a country twist BBQ menu available please call to reserve your table and food

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Avda Lepanto, 43 Opposite the BP Garage 04800 Albox-Almeria Tel: 950 430 993 Mobile: 659 056 082

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Menu del Dia 10€ Selection of Tapas English Speaking Everyone Welcome Friendly Atmosphere

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Every Wednesday 6pm-9pm Buy one fillet meal at €10 get 2nd half price Booking Essential

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Atlantic Cod Fillet with Handcut Chips & Peas full menu also available

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THE Charity Shop (Arboleas) NOW Open 10 - 2

Helping good causes and specific charities around the Almanzora Valley and surrounding areas. We expect to be supporting the elderly, children, animals and enhancing quality of life for our communities. We are still urgently looking for volunteers to help in the shop between the hours of 10-2. If you have a little time or a morning you can spare to help good causes and have a sunny disposition, then please call Rob on 609 199394 (4candlescharity@ gmail.com) for more details.

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Also we URGENTLY need your unwanted clothes and household items, bric-a-brac and home furnishings. For now we have drop off points at SolyMar in Albox and Sol Times Offices at Los Carasoles (Zurgena), next to Almeria Angels. The shop is open opposite the Ayuntamiento in Arboleas and we need stock! All for a good cause, please help us to help them.....

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LOSS OF HEALTHCARE ON BREXIT

The precise effects of the UK’s future relationship with the EU in the event of a Brexit is still unknown and there are many factors that will have to be to be discussed in any negotiation, but the one overriding entitlement that will affect all expats living in the EU will be that of free healthcare. Many legal experts now say the 1969 Vienna Convention cannot be relied on to protect British expats’ rights and if this were not the case it could be that Britain would no longer issue S1 forms allowing British pensioners to have healthcare paid for by the UK. As such many would have no alternative other than to take out private health policies, the cost of which would be prohibitive to those who are living on little more than UK pensions We could also face the situation where we would no longer be entitled to free emergency healthcare via the European health insurance card (EHIC) as the card would no longer be available to non EU citizens. A Department of Health spokesman said that expats’ access to the EHIC “is one of the issues that would need to be resolved during the withdrawal process”. He added: “One option could be that UK citizens retired overseas would no longer have access to necessary healthcare guaranteed by the UK government.” In order to raise awareness of the healthcare situation amongst UK Politicians and Government decision makers I would ask that you take a look at an EU Government Petition that went online just this week. It simply asks that “On BREXIT, British expatriates should retain their rights to healthcare within the EU.” It is important that we put every pressure that we possibly can put onto the decision makers in the coming weeks and months and as such I would ask that you seriously consider signing this online petition. It is extremely easy to do and can be found at the following link: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/161997 Kevin Reardon

Almanzora Group of Friends The Almanzora Group of Friends was originally started in 1998 by a small group of ex-patriots as a means of sharing information and giving advice. It now also has a library with over 5,000 items for loan and organises interesting and original trips, as well as producing a monthly newsletter, and holding a quiz on the first Monday of the month at Maloans, Albox. The Library and Information Centre is based at 44, Avenida Lepanto, Albox and is open from 10am to 1pm on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. More details can be found at www.almanzoragof.org and/or on Facebook.

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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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. We have various social events throughout the month and year. We have a Coffee Morning on the third Wednesday of the month at Latino’s 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 zurgenarblsecretary@yahoo.co.uk You do not have to have been a member of the Military to join

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August 2016

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The build-your-own range of toys has been created to appeal to and inspire children to learn the basics of engineering and construction through making. Eureka! The National Children’s Museum has teamed with Small Machines to launch a new range of toys for kids aged six and upwards. The build-your-own range of toys has been created to appeal to and inspire children to learn the basics of engineering and construction through making. Inspired by Eureka – the UK’s only fully interactive museum dedicated to children – the product line has been designed by the Sheffield-based toymakers, Small Machines. The line itself will be launched on August 1st, coinciding with Yorkshire Day. The first product range includes five kits including the Build Your Own Cogs Creation, Build Your Own Lion, Build Your Own Marble Adventure, Get creative Painting Set and the Pop Out Zoom, a miniature robot construction kit. The kits are priced at between £4 and £17.50. Michelle Emerson, Eureka! marketing & development director, said: “We’ve been incredibly lucky to work with Small Machines on the design and development of this range of products. They know our brand inside out, and have created a range of products which perfectly suit our audience. “It’s been an interesting journey and we’re really pleased we’ve managed to work with a local maker, local designers and even a local packaging company to launch our first range” Giles Grover, toy maker and founder of Small Machines, added: “Working in collaboration with Eureka! has been a fantastic experience and real opportunity for a small company to demonstrate its worth on a significant playing field. “I am really pleased to be working with a company that values homegrown talent and is prepared to invest time and money in creating something that is entirely Yorkshire based. I used to live in Halifax, all of my children have grown up visiting Eureka!, so to be in a position to add value to the museum is something I’m really happy about.” toynews-online.biz

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“What I remembered most was her embrace, her belief in me and the joy she gave, that was her gift. When I think of her now, I think of that time when a dream came true and my only talent was not to close my eyes.” Colin Clark. This film was based on two of Colin Clark’s diaries: The Prince, The Showgirl and Me and My Week With Marilyn published in 1995. Clark was the least famous of his family in 1956 but he achieved great success after this brief but memorable and intimate encounter with Marilyn Monroe. His father was the renowned Kenneth Clark, art historian and his elder brother was Alan Clark M.P, another renowned diarist. Clark chronicled the clash of egos between two legends: Olivier (played by Branagh) and Monroe (Michelle Williams) as well as his growing infatuation with Monroe which left him with a broken heart. Written by Adrian Hodges and directed by Simon Curtis-this is his debut feature film. The film opens with this simple revelation: “This is their true story.” And it is moving and sad for everyone touched by Monroe’s glamour and stage presence. Clark (an attractive Eddie Redmayne) was just 23, from an extremely privileged background, fresh out of Eton, determined to pursue a career in films much to his father’s irritation who offered to get him real work. Clark wanted to prove to himself as well as the famous Clarks that he could make a go of it. He had a lot to live up to. So, as he put it, he decided to join the circus. Coming from such a famous family he already knew Olivier and his wife, Vivien Leigh as well as Margot Fonteyn who were regular visitors to Saltwood castle for afternoon teas. It made sense for Clark to use his link with Olivier to ask for a job. Even when he was told there weren’t any jobs he came back to the office every day and just waited and waited… It was Vivien who persuaded Olivier to find something for Clark and guess what? He was given the most rudimentary and unglamorous job of being a Gofor which in the film industry means a person who has been told to Go for this or Go for that. We would call it a dog’s body. Officially it was third assistant director. But what a start! Marilyn Monroe was due to come to Britain to film with Olivier and Clark would be working with this legend. Larry had fallen in love with Monroe on a recent visit to New York and he wanted her to rekindle his career in films. Monroe wanted to gain respect as an actress something she desperately craved and both felt that working together there would be mutual benefits. It didn’t quite turn out like that

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and the film based on a Terence Rattigan play The Sleeping Prince was largely panned by the critics. It was 1956 when Britain had finally started to shake off the shadow of the last world war. Monroe had been married for 3 weeks to Arthur Miller. It was her third marriage and she was just 30. She had told the press that it was third time lucky. Already there were signs that the marriage had got off to a shaky start. Clark saw her sitting on the stairs holding a manuscript of Miller’s latest play: After The Fall about Marilyn and she was devastated to read about her mood swings, not to mention the drugs and the booze. Miller decides to return to the States, telling Larry: “She’s devouring me. I can’t work and I can’t think.” During rehearsals Clark witnessed a prickly relationship with tantrums, walkouts and tempers flared. As director, Olivier’s patience was tested. She was often late, fluffed her lines, was ill-prepared and would walk off the set when greeted by a sarcastic Olivier. An infuriated Olivier told Clark: Teaching Marilyn to act is like teaching Urdu to a badger. He vowed he would never direct again. Marilyn had destroyed his desire to do so. “Monroe doesn’t really forget her lines. It is more as if she had never quite learnt them.” Clark’s intimacy with his Greek Goddess lasted 9 days. It was a whirlwind of a chaste affair for the showgirl and her younger Prince Regent which afforded them some well-deserved privacy. “Monroe took a shine to the confident yet innocent Clark and whisked him away to spend a week virtually alone with her.” You Stepped Out of a Dream plays in the background as the two visit Windsor then Eton before the bubble bursts to Autumn Leaves and Clark’s heart is inevitably broken. Monroe went on to make Some Like it Hot and Olivier played Archie Rice, a failing middle-aged song-and-dance man in John Osborne’s The Entertainer. It proved to be one of the triumphs of his career. REVIEW it by Carol Naylor.

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The Celebration Mixed Singles Set Play Knockout competition was held at Cabrera LBC between 14th and 20th July 2016. This is a slightly different format from normal competitions as it is played in sets i.e 9 ends are played followed by another 9 ends. If after this the sets are tied then a deciding 3 ends are played to decide the winner. If a competitor wins both sets then they have won the match and deciding ends do not have to be played. Although there were some very good rounds during the competition the final was between two very experienced bowlers namely Trevor Young and John Sephton so the spectators were expecting a real battle and were not disappointed. John started the first set the better and after 3 ends was 5-0 up but

then Trevor fought back to level the score after 8 ends to 6-6. A final end shoot out for the first set saw Trevor score a 1 on the 9th end to win the set. The second set followed a similar pattern with John leading 4-1 after 2 ends but again Trevor came back and after 8 ends again the score was level at 8-8.

The umpire was called in to measure the 9th end as it was very close but the decision went in Trevor’s favour therefore winning the 2nd set and therefore the match. Many congratulations to Trevor and well fought John. The spectators were not disappointed and many thanks to all umpires and markers for their time in very hot conditions.

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Sprint sensations It’s the question they’re all asking -- can Usain Bolt do the “Triple-Triple” in Rio? For the third Olympic Games in a row, the world’s fastest man is hoping to win the 100 meters, 200m and 4x100m relay and become the first athlete to ever achieve the feat. Bolt, now 29, has had his share of injuries this season and was forced to pull out of the Jamaican trials with a minor hamstring tear. World’s fastest man gets his own emoji for Rio 2016 He will face stern competition in the 100m from Justin Gatlin -- the man who Bolt defeated by onehundredth of a second at the World Championships in Beijing last year. Gatlin, who was banned for doping earlier in his career, posted the fastest time of the year during the U.S. trials after running 9.80. Bolt, though remains confident as ever. “This is where history is going to be made,” he said before running in London earlier this month where he cruised to victory in the 200m. “I’m looking forward to going down there and doing my best and putting on a show for the whole world to see.” Fraser-Pryce aims to beat Bolt to Olympic history History may be made -- but Bolt might be beaten to it by another Jamaican. That would be Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce who is aiming to become the first athlete to win three successive 100m titles at the Games. Victorious in Beijing in 2008 and in London four

years ago, she will have to produce something special to win a third. Fellow Jamaican Elaine Thompson ran the fastest time this year in July, while Dutch star Dafne Schippers is the favourite. Making a splash The U.S. will be hoping to dominate the pool and with Katie Ledecky in such sensational form it’s difficult to see others getting a look in. The 19-year-old Ledecky, who won Olympic gold in the 800m in London four years ago, has set 11 world records and won every major international race she has competed in. She holds world records in the 400m, 800m, and 1,500m freestyle and is going for gold in the 200m, 400m and 800m freestyles in Rio. Michael Phelps qualifies for record fifth Olympic Games And make sure you keep an eye out for Adam Peaty who is aiming to become the first British man to win Olympic gold in the pool in 28 years. The 21-year-old is hot favourite and could be one of the stories of the Games. Leading man Two years ago it all ended in tears for Neymar and Brazil’s footballers as it crashed out of its home World Cup at the semi-final stage. Thrashed 7-1 by eventual champion Germany, a nation went into meltdown over its biggest football failure since 1950. This time around Neymar is back to help lead his country to Olympic gold -- a feat it has yet to achieve. The five-time World Cup winner was beaten in the final by Mexico at London 2012 but is fancied to go one better this time around. Barcelona star Neymar is joined by Bayern Munich’s Douglas Costa and Paris Saint-Germain

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