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Cyber bank robbers steal $1bn, says Kaspersky report
Up to 100 banks and financial institutions worldwide have been attacked in an “unprecedented cyber robbery”, claims a new report.
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The gang, which Kaspersky dubbed Carbanak, used computer viruses to infect company networks with malware including video surveillance, enabling it to see and record everything that happened on staff’s screens. In some cases it was then able to transfer money from the banks’ accounts to their own, or even able to tell cash machines to dispense cash at a pre-determined time of day.
Computer security firm Kaspersky Lab estimates $1bn (£648m) has been stolen in the attacks, which it says started in 2013 and are still ongoing. A cybercriminal gang with members from Russia, Ukraine and China is responsible, it said. Kaspersky said it worked with Interpol and Europol on the investigation. It said the attacks had taken place in 30 countries including financial firms in Russia, US, Germany, China, Ukraine and Canada. “These attacks again underline the fact that criminals will exploit any vulnerability in any system,” said Sanjay Virmani, director of Interpol’s digital crime centre. Kaspersky said the gang’s methods marked a new stage in cyber robbery where “malicious users steal money directly from banks and avoid targeting
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Work will begin this week to widen the bridge over the Rio Aguas which connects Marina de la Torre and the Rumina Roundabout (by C/ La Mata). The contract for these works has been agreed at just over €79,000, well under the budget of €83,000. The aim of the project is to improve safety and upgrade the pedestrian connection between Marina de la Torre and the local businesses. T h e works are expected to be completed in ten weeks and
involve the widening of the existing pavement to a safer width of between 2 and 4 metres, new street lighting, installation of railings and constructing steps for easy access to the Mojácar football ground. The area will be enhanced by the installation of benches and a garden area. The Mayor of Mojácar, Rosa María Cano Montoya, stated: ‘These works are in response to requests from residents and the local hotels to enable easy access for people staying or working at the Marina de la Torre hotels and encourage walkers to go through areas like El Palmeral with its bars, restaurants and businesses, or venture along to the Parque Commercial’.
Midlands, but can they get to Almeria in February? Can they hell. Their But how will it help the local airport? 2014, making it the world’s biggest only option was to fly to Murcia Spanish airport operator Aena saw airport operator by passenger volume. from East Midlands with Ryanair: the shares jump more than 21% in its It operates 46 airports in Spain – flights leave twice weekly. It means stock market debut last week. In including Almeria, Malaga, Madrid hiring a car and a long onward drive. 2015’s first major European stock and Barcelona – and 15 elsewhere in Passenger numbers were down last market listing, the public company Europe, Latin America and the United year at Almeria, although confusingly we’re told the number of flights was floated a minority stake of 44.6% States. in the state-owned company. The When a company announces such a up. At a press conference in January, the increased share value gave Aena a large increase in its market value, and market value of €10.5 billion, up from thus passes on impressive profits to its Almeria provincial tourist authority its previous value of €8.7 billion. It is share holders, one could be forgiven said it was, ‘excited at the prospect’ the largest Eurozone privatisation in for wondering what the benefits will of increased numbers of flights 2015 and more than a decade. be for the beleaguered travellers who in More than €1 billion worth of Aena use Almeria airport. Or I should say, c o n s e q u e n t l y, increased shares – a third of the total amount in try to use Almeria airport. At this time the of the first session – were traded on the of the year, it’s almost impossible to number visitors to the fly to Almeria from the UK, Holland, Spanish stock exchange in the first day. The shares ended the session Germany and Scandinavia. All flights region. I’ve been such valued at €70, up from €58. ‘Aena from Russia and many other Eastern covering will continue to be a public firm,’ said European countries are only operated press launches for many years Transport Minister Ana Pastor. ‘We during the summer season. will not allow the network of airports I speak to many visitors on a weekly now and I’ve to be broken up.’ But it has been basis and the story is always the grown used to reported that the stake on offer can same; why can’t we fly into Almeria? hearing the same be expanded to a maximum of 49%. A couple who split their time between hyped stories of proposed increases. But with every Aena’s two main unions – CCOO the UK and Spain were tearing passing year, there appears to be their hair out when I spoke to them and USO – have called off the 27-day no change. At an informal press strikes which were planned between last week. They have a house in the gathering of the Roquetas hotel and February and August, threatening mountains near Tabernas and a boat tourist association before Christmas, Spain’s vital holiday season. Nearly moored in the marina at Roquetas de Mar. the mayor, Gabriel Amat spoke in 196 million travellers used Aena in Their English home is in the g l o w i n g terms of the work the association was doing to promote the region this year. H e mentioned t h e ‘substantial increase’ in the number of flights into Almeria a i r p o r t and that ‘negotiations w e r e ongoing’ with a number of new tour operators for the for thcoming season. It all sounds very encouraging, it does Located in Los Carasoles next to New Horizon Villas, Zurgena as every year, but when one looks at the facts, OPEN: Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 1.30pm they paint a very different
picture. The number of annual flights into and out of Almeria has not changed for more than ten years; pretty much since the time of the Mediterranean Games – held in Almeria – in 2005. The airport was substantially improved prior to the games in order to cope with the increased traffic the games would create, but more importantly, to cope with the increased amount of traffic created by the publicity the region received through the games. The games were seen as a being a huge boost to tourism in the region, and with the newly modernised, state of the art airport, everything was in place for a radical expansion of visitor numbers using the airport. That clearly hasn’t happened and everyone who tries to fly here outside the May – September window when flights are readily available, asks the same question. Why? At the time of writing this article, last Sunday 15th February, there were 8 arrivals at Almeria, all of them internal flights from Barcelona, Sevilla, Madrid and Melilla. This week will see the addition of two international flights from Gatwick and two from Holland, to that total – that’s all. An airport which is geared up to take at least 8 flights an hour, only handles 8 per day, it’s laughable. The airport has to be fully staffed at all times with security, fire service, police, customs, catering and dozens of other people required by law to keep the airport open, and yet, most of them must spend most of their time gazing across the runway at the shimmering blue sea. And so Almeria airport will continue to be an enigma. It is a modern, comfortable and welcoming facility . . . and yet. For the thousands of home owners with properties in the area, it remains a pain in the bum, because for most of the year, they can’t get flights. However, if you happen to have shares in Aena, then at least your dividends will have increased, if not the number of flights. by Martin Shortland
Over the last few months Jan and Phil from Price Busters in Albox have been actively helping local food banks. They have been donating food which is going “out of date” and have a collection box where customers can donate foodstuff which is then passed on to local food banks. This help has been received gratefully by the food banks who are helping the growing number of hungry people in the area and as a “Thank you” Sandie Tinkham, President of Vera and District Lions Club has presented them
with a Certificate of Appreciation. The photo shows Sandie presenting the Certificate of Appreciation to Jan. The Lions also have collection points at Iceland in Vera and at the English Supermarket In Turre where people can leave food (dried or canned goods eg rice, pasta, lentils, beans etc). The Lions actively help the food banks by collecting fresh vegetables from local packaging firms. The vegetables donated are those which are not “good enough” for the supermarkets and which would normally get dumped. If you would info on the Lions please contact the secretary, Pam Mattioli, on 950 069 249 or 610 309 032 or come along to a meeting. The Lions meet at El Gnomo Feliz on the first Wednesday of the month at 6pm.
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Denmark attacks: Two men charged in Copenhagen
Danish police have accused two men of aiding the gunman who killed two people in the weekend attacks in Copenhagen. The suspected gunman, named by Danish media as Omar El-Hussein, 22, was shot dead by police after he attacked a free speech debate and a synagogue. Denmark’s PM said he was not a member of a terror cell, according to what was known so far. The shootings left a film director and a Jewish man dead and five police injured. The two men being held are charged with providing and disposing of the weapon used in the shootings, as well as with helping the gunman to hide. Michael Juul Eriksen, a defence lawyer for one of the men, said they denied the charges. The suspects, who have not been named, appeared in a closed custody hearing on Monday. The national flag flew at half-mast on official buildings across the capital. ‘Criminal links’ The attacker was a Danish-born man aged 22, Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt told a news conference. “He was known by the police for several criminal acts, including severe violence, and he was also known to be linked to a criminal gang in Copenhagen. “But I want to also make very clear that we have no indication at this stage that he was part of a cell.” Omar El-Hussein was released from prison two weeks before the attacks after reportedly serving a two-year sentence for grievous bodily harm. Radicalised in jail? Michael Gjorup, head of the country’s prison and probation service, told Danish media that authorities were concerned about changes in ElHussein’s behaviour in prison and passed on information to Danish intelligence
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Following revelations about the bank’s role in tax avoidance, Lord Green also stepped down as CityUK chair. Stephen Green, the former chairman of HSBC, has withdrawn from giving one of the opening speeches at the governmentbacked Global Law summit. The ex-minister had been due to address the international conference alongside the justice secretary, Chris Grayling. The three-day event next week has largely been financed by City law firms as part of the celebrations of the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta.The gathering, at the Queen Elizabeth II conference centre in Westminster, has been criticised by lawyers opposed to
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Lulu’s Dog Grooming Parlour - City & Guilds trained Lisa looks after and handles all dogs with the utmost care. Lisa opened after years of working for various vets in and around the area. So much was the demand for her skills that she opened a parlour of her own next to Eurowise on Avda. Lepanto. Your pet will certainly be pampered after a visit there! Lisa also stocks a wide accessories for your pooch. Pop in for details of her new stock, including Scalibor, flea, tick & dental treatments and the cheapest prices on Royal Canine food in the area! Now Closed on Mondays. For more information or to book an appointment call 950 952 940 / 697 569 750 INSPIRED Garden Furniture, Sofas, Rugs & Accessories. We stock a large range of quality patio furniture, UVA treated rattan, oak, aluminium & teak. We have gazebos, cantilevers, swings, sun loungers and more. Also stock a range of Leather and Fabric sofas - recliners and corner suites. If it is quality and style you want then we have it. Free delivery to many areas. New Spring collection in store now and some amazing discounts still available on some sofa and rattan Jenni Rock collections. Tel no: 634 313 071 THE CORNER SHOP´s policy is to give the best spanishrocks@hotmail.co.uk service & best prices in the area. For stylish clothing in beautiWe are an ‘Aladdins Cave’ of all your favourite foods, drinks, household, pet products & more from the UK. ful fabrics there is nowhere like We stock a selection of wines from gladrags in Calle Malaga, Albox Bodega Regino of Puerto Lumbreras which are very popular. We do mobile phone top ups including some opening hours: Mon - fri 10am - 3pm • Sat 10am - 2pm UK. If there is something we don’t have then we will Cam gladly try to source it for ino de A ljam bra you. THE LITTLE Our website is updated The SHOP THAT’S Corner regularly with our Special Shop Offers & other information. GOT A LOT www.alboxcornershop.com mercadona We are easy to find; We have the largest selection of your favourite goods in the area, and at the best prices too! from the traffic lights on BP All direct from the UK. Check our website for all the latest SPECIAL OFFERS the main road turn into Avd. Lepanto, go up past WWW.ALBOXCORNERSHOP.COM Mercadona, carry on straight up until you reach the crossroads (IBEX Insurance on corner), turn right, carry straight on past Bar Coyote & we are further down on your right Green Cuisine Herbs (next door to the tile yard). & Spices McDougalls Flour 1.25kg We have a large car park for you convenience.Our ONLY 99c Oven Pride ONLY €5.95 ONLY €1.80 opening hours are: 9 – 5.30 For your convenience you can pull up outside or we have a large carpark. We are only 2 minutes from Mercadona. Monday to Friday, 10 to 4 Opening Hours Mon – Fri 9-5:30, Sat 10-4, Sun 10-2 Saturdays, 10 to 2 Sundays. We look forward to seeing Pay us a visit soon, you will love our prices! you!
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Dogs who have nothing to call their own
A Roquetas de Mar holiday promises dawn to dusk summer sun and warm Mediterranean seas combined with an authentic Spanish atmosphere. The evenings offer varied bars and restaurants. However, if you’re looking for binge drinking then I’m afraid it’s not for you. As Roquetas does not attract the sheer number of tourists seen in some of the other resorts, there is plenty of room to lounge around and sunbathe, or to take a leisurely swim, without the problems of overcrowing seen in many Spanish beach resorts.
There are at least 23 dogs at the shelter, SOCIEDAD PROTECTORA DE ANIMALES DE ROQUETAS DE MAR who have already spent five years there. This is half a lifetime and It is very sad for the dogs and also for the volunteers who continuously try to find them forever homes. Some people might think that the dogs are okay at the shelter, but the people who have close contact with them know that this is not so. Many of the dogs have nothing to support their loneliness. Through necessity and practicality they are ignored and deprived of much needed attention and caresses, Even with the best of dedication the volunteers can only take the dogs for a walk every two weeks and the installations do nothing to protect the dogs from humidity, the cold nights in winter and sizzling heat in the summer. There is so much competition between the dogs and food has to be swallowed rapidly. These dogs call nothing their own, no toys, no family, no bed. They have absolutely nothing! A forever home could bring a ray of hope into their lives so that they could live out the second half of their lives with more dignity and comfort. You can contact the shelter as usual through Geoff at geoffalmeria@hotmail.com
Chill Out with us !! THE CHARITY SHOP, ALMERIMAR WE ARE MOVING! The Asociacion de Animales de Berja y Almerimar opened The Charity Shop in Almerimar on 5th November 2012 and since then the shop has gone from strength to strength. The success of the shop means that it has been recognised for some time that there is a need to find larger premises and, at last and with great thanks to Martin of The Stumble Inn, the move is imminent.
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Our supporters and customers will be pleased to know that as of 2nd March 2015 we will move to new premises in Calle Darsena de la Batea, next door to the Unicaja bank and only a few short steps from the popular Stumble Inn. Many people will already know this location as it fronts onto the yacht moorings and is where so many people gather to feed the fish. For those who do not already know, The Charity Shop sells second hand goods of all varieties, some never used, and all of the items are donated freely by the Asociacion's supporters. The volunteers that work in the shop give their time for free too so that all monies raised, after the shop costs, go entirely on the welfare of animals in need many of whom have been abandoned. The animals receive care in foster homes and are provided with medical care, etc with the aim of homing as many as possible. Last year more than three hundred animals were helped to find loving forever homes across western Europe. As well as the shop itself there is an online shopping site plus monies are raised by donations, attending local rastros and special fund raising events. So, if you have never been to The Charity Shop, make a date in your diary to visit us in our new premises in March and enjoy our ridiculously low prices after which we hope you will want to return time and time again to both shop and donate those worthwhile items you possess but no longer have a use for. We will use them to help all those poor and needy animals we all sadly see on our travels. You can follow us and see what we are doing by visiting our Facebook page , searching for The Asociacion de Animales de Berja.Reg No 5272.
Due to expansion, we now have a number of apartments and duplexes for long or short term rental in Almerimar, as well as holiday rentals. We are a family run business and offer a full range of services to our clients, giving you a one stop shop for all your property requirements. Property Management/Key holding Security checks - Rentals, including meet and greet, Cleaning/Laundry Repairs and maintenance Painting and decorating Electrical work (by UK qualified engineer) Refrigeration and air conditioning (by UK qualified engineers) If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact Pete or Pat on 665611238 info@chilloutwithus.eu www.chilloutwithus.eu
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A cool conservatory Conservatories are the middle class dream. Not only do they extend your living area but they capture sunlight and heat to extend the usually dismal UK Summer. However they require plenty of preparation before you can enjoy them. The average conservatory will set you back several thousand pounds, and could take a few months to construct – so forward planning is a must if you want to be using it this summer. Think carefully about how much space you need for the new construction. How will it affect the layout of your garden and the light and air your internal rooms get. Think about the possible impact your neighbours. While local councils generally don’t require planning permission for conservatories, it’s always best to check before you commit.
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Find bulbs that will teem with colour and life when the sun begins to coax them into full bloom. Identify spots of your garden that lack this colour or need contrast. Decked out
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Oceanic Body Wraps How They Can Help you Start your Detox Plan. Get you over the Winter Months and into the Spring.
look at the needs of the body & Skin. Our New Organic Wraps are made to order and does not contain any preservatives so naturally best for you. For a garden-variety body wrap, you lie on a massage table and get rubbed down with an exfoliating scrub, in whatever variety you picked from the menu … but we have developed 2 New Ones that are Organic and good for this time of year . (Seasonal Treatments of Scrubs & Wraps will Change depending on the Elements) We are choosing these Two: Menu 1: Body wraps are all the rage at spas these days – Starters: Warmed “Organic Wheat-germ Oil” followed by Oceanic Massage Therapies brings you their unique “Dead Sea Salt Scrub”. treatment for after the holiday season when we need to Mains: “Organic Seaweed Clay” – Fresh Natural Sea Water recover from all the food and drink we consume. Not only Added Or Green Tea does your skin become dry from heating but also the winter Benefits: Seaweed contains vitamins and minerals as well elements such as the wind. You may be feeling Sluggish this as iodine that is beneficial for relieving aches and pains. time of year due to Slow circulation/hibernation due to the • Detoxifies. fact we are not so active in the Winter to Summer months. • Moisturizes and Nourishes. We need to rejuvenate the body as well as flush out those • Tightens Skin so therefore diminish stretch marks. • Helps with Fluid Retention. Toxins smoothing out the Skin and Cellulite. Afters: Lavished with an all over Body Moisturizer of Olive The "slimming" wrap treatment is only the tip of the bodySoufflé. wrap iceberg. “Oceanic Massage Therapies” we prefer to Menu 2: Starters: “Organic Sweet Almond Oil” followed by “Pink Himalayan Salt Scrub” Mains “Organic Chocolate Valentines Mud” – Peppermint Fresh Water. Benefits: Conditions and moisturizes the skin and eliminates impurities • Increases circulation and leaves skin feeling soft and smooth Specialists In: • Exfoliation and • Pediatric Dentistry and Special Patients detoxification. • Softens skin and helps • General Dentistry with skin conditions. • Periodontics and Periodontal Surgery • Scent from 100% pure • Fixed and Removable Prothesis dark chocolate helps to • Endodontics release endorphins into our • Orthodontics system; endorphins act as natural analgesics for our • Implantology (10% Discount)
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bodies. Afters: An Organic Moisturizer of your choice … Suggestion Rosehip Crème. A Caffeine Scrub can be purchased to follow up your treatments. The run-down of your treatment … Please allow 120 mins for your pure indulgence. Stage 1 At “Oceanic Massage Therapies” We offer either: Pure Organic Wheat-germ Oil or Sweet Almond Oil (please note *Nut Allergy) which is heated before application to your dry skin. Naturally Rich in Vitamins and Minerals, helping to nourish and moisturize the skin before Exfoliation. It acts as a lubricant to the Salt Scrub. Wheat-germ Oil contains Antioxidants known for its health giving benefits & more powerful than Vitamin C or E. These Antioxidants can help slow down the process of aging and have Anti-Inflammatory as well as Anti-Oxidant properties. Wheat-germ Oil is absorbed into the skin instead of just sitting on the top thus helps fight Free Radicals. They help stop the Enzymes that destroy Collagen, Elastin and other connective tissue. It is very good for Oily skin and does not leave a greasy residual. Sweet Almond Oil is Rich in … vitamin A, B and E, which are great for skin health. In fact, most skin care products have these vitamins loaded in them. The oil helps maintaining moisture levels of the skin and gets absorbed in a jiffy without blocking the pores. Overall, almond oil for skin care helps: • Improve the complexion and retaining glow • Moisturize better and deeper • Soothe skin irritation and skin inflammation • Relieve dry and irritated skin • Nourish skin, making it softer and smoother • Cures chapped lips and body rashes. Avoid if: • You are pregnant • You have uncontrolled high blood pressure • You have allergies to the product used • You have low blood pressure
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www.soltimes.com Stage 2 “Dead Sea Salt” or “Himalayan Pink Salt” is then rubbed into the whole body to Exfoliate, Invigorate and Increase Blood Flow. Please Note!: “Dead Sea Salt” contains only 10% Sodium Unlike Regular Salt which contains 90% Sodium. With over 80 Minerals rich in Vit A,C,D,E, and B12 “Dead Sea Salt” Revitalises the skin to prevent premature aging by Rejuvenating and Nourishing the Skins Tissue. It Sloughs off Dead Skin Cells, leaving you all Polished! Stage 3 After you rinse off in a shower, the therapist applies the wrap ingredients to your body, covering it with a sheet then a Thermal Wrap such as Specialised Foil. When you're all wrapped up, you will be covered by a blanket and then you'll be left alone to relax -- and sweat -- for about 30/40 minutes. The Wrap will then be removed by using Steamed Towels. Stage 4 Your Body will then be Nourished and Moisturized in the product suggested. *please note that intake of water is essential before and after wrap … this will aid you detox and speed up the whole process. Relaxation is probably the one body-wrap benefit that anyone would be hard-pressed to dispute. Regardless of what might or might not be happening with your skin and cellulite, you're spending quality time alone, listening to calming music in a sweet-smelling, low-lit room at night fall. At “Oceanic Massage Therapies” Day Treatments …... you have the natural sound of the Sea and a View to die for!!! Please phone and book for your treatments with ….
“Oceanic Massage Therapies” Debbie James 687 619 239 Or write to me on Debbie-james.com We Can also be found on Google Map with our own page. Please Note that most of all my products are made special to order from “Natural Mente Mediteraneo – Jennifer Young.
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'Focus on fitness not fatness ' By Dr Gavin Sandercock A children's fitness expert from the University of Essex
In this week's Scrubbing Up, Dr Gavin Sandercock argues there has been a well-meaning but misguided focus on obesity, while the harm caused by inactivity has been overlooked. We are used to seeing reports warning of an "obesity time-bomb". But the extent of the problem is often exaggerated. Figures for 2010-11, from the National Child Measurement Programme, suggest 9% of five- to six-year-olds are obese. That equates to 2.7 children in each class of 30. In 1990, it was 1.5. Does a 20-year increase of just over one child per class seem like an epidemic? Other data suggests childhood obesity levels are starting to plateau or even fall slightly. Overweight and obesity levels among two- to five-year-olds stayed relatively stable at 25% for boys and 23% for girls between 2003 and 2013. But public health's continual focus on food and obesity leaves the more harmful effects of inactivity overlooked and ignores the role of physical fitness in health promotion and monitoring. Despite its absence from the title, "obesity" was mentioned 193 times in the 150-minute parliamentary select committee on The Role of Diet and Physical Activity in Health.Dietary advice changes almost continually: eat less fat, ban junk food, tax fizzy-pop The Local Government Association has proposed a tax on "unhealthy" foods to enable local authorities to help overweight and obese children. But are we missing the point? Fitness not fatness - swimming Healthy eating is important, but it is not the answer to obesity. Most interventions, such as breakfast clubs or free school dinners, may actually increase the calories consumed. Arguably, inactivity is a better predictor of ill health than obesity. Figures from the Physical Activity Statistics 2015 - British Heart Foundation (BHF) published this January show less than a fifth of children say they move enough - a figure that's still falling. Shockingly, the BHF's own direct assessment of activity, using accelerometers, showed that none of the 11- to 15-year-old girls and only 7% of boys they measured actually did enough exercise. All children and young people should engage in moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity for at least 60 minutes a day. But I think a better approach would be to measure fitness. Changes in activity levels often fail to have a
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big impact on body mass index (BMI). But it is very rare that anyone who becomes more active, for example by walking to school or work, or training for a fun-run, does not become and feel much physically fitter. I routinely test the fitness of elite sports people, the public, cardiac patients and entire schools. Our research in schools shows decline in children's fitness. What is needed is a wide-ranging set of changes to help children be habitually more active, more often. If we measured fitness, as the chief medical officer recommended in 2009, we would see the problems that physical inactivity is causing and realise just how successfully some of the fantastic initiatives supported by Sport England, the BHF and UK Active really are. BMI is a symptom of inactivity, but it should not be used as the last word in measuring success of interventions to increase physical activity. Anybody of any size can benefit from being more active whether they see a change in their weight or not.
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Hello and welcome to CanDu Computer Bytes. Over the years, I’ve examined a variety of programs that will monitor for updates, download and automatically install the updates of your favourite software. This article will look at the pro’s and con’s of these programs, offer my conclusions and then describe my solution. One of the first things to say is that, for me, the inclusion of auto-checking and / or updating routines within the programs themselves, makes the task of keeping your favourite software current. These include CCleaner (AKA Crap Cleaner – before the “Political Correctness” morons applied pressure!), LibreOffice and many other really useful programs. What are the pro’s and con’s of these programs? The Positives are that they will download and install your programs to their default locations, without malware, crapware or any third party software. They usually do these thing without you needing to watch every action and know that everything will be right! The Negatives are few but important! There is a limit to what you can add to the list! One program can only find 10 of your 200 application but another might be able to get to 150! Over the years, I have never found a single Updater program that can find and update ALL programs! There are a few that do come recommended though. The first of these is called “NINITE” (maybe the name came from when the programmer started the program, said “nigh night” and went to bed!). This does exactly what it says on the tin. You have to go to the ninite website, select all the programs that you want on your computer and download a stub program. The first time you run it, it will download and install all the programs you have asked for. All other times, it will check the version you have and only download and install any updates! The biggest problem is that “Ninite” doesn’t have a large choice of
programs! The second is from FileHippo.com which found most my out-ofdate programs, although it did get the wrong version of “Audacity”. It also showed the ‘Beta’ test versions of programs (unless you really know what your doing, I suggest avoiding these). The last selection for today is from MajorGeeks. com and it too found most of the out-ofdate programs and also got 1 wrong! Just a different 1 :-) Both of these programs opened a web page to allow the updating process to begin. As a member of the Albox Computer Club (ACC) it falls on me to ensure that the club’s recommended software is kept up-to date. With a list of 22 recommended freeware programs (and constantly growing), that range from simple cleaners to complete office suites, the method of laboriously finding, downloading and copying them to the memory sticks. Which leads me to describe my method. The final method that I use is a little more complicated, but not that much! I open my browser to include all the web pages that have the programs needed. Then I run a script created by “AutoIT” which goes to each page, downloads the latest version (using the browsers down-loader) to a set folder and then moves on to the next one. Simple, without programming skill, or the need to sit there and watch it! The installation must be done normally, by you, but a script could be written to do that as well! So until next time, keep the wind and rain off your head, stay well and only use EWN to start your fires with! Contact me for free advice concerning your computer or tablet at the address or phone number below.
For further information or advice on computing,contact Trevor on 689 892 745 or canducomputing@hotmail.co.uk
A history of Moorish Spain (V) Mohammed I ruled from 852 until 886; his nemesis Umar ibn Hafsun was born around 850 in the Malaga region. He was supposedly of Visigothic origin though in reality he was a descendant of black Africans and grew up near Iznate where his family owned land. Umar was a violent young man; murdering someone in 879 before getting involved with the local criminals. The Governor (Wali) of Malaga on capturing him merely fined him and let him go as he didn’t know about the murder charge. Umar fled to Morocco and the Governor lost his job. It wasn’t long before Umar, now an outlaw was back in Andalucía where he joined the rebels who were fighting against Mohammed 1. His violent disposition and leadership skills meant he soon climbed to the top of the greasy pole. The Muwallads were Christians that had converted to Islam and although allowed in Andalucía they were treated unfairly. Umar rallied the disaffected and they rebuilt the Bobastro castle as their base. Mozarabs were Christians and Jews who hadn’t converted to Islam; they paid a tax under Sharia law called jizyah to be allowed to live in peace. They too rebelled against Mohammad
X-ray machine opens new frontier
Researchers in Palo Alto in the US state of California have developed the most powerful X-ray laser in the world. The Linac Coherent Light Source is being used to see how atoms and molecules move in living systems. The machine is a billion times more intense than the previous generation of lasers. Each X-ray pulse has as much power as the national grid of a large country, and a hundred are produced every second.Prof Mike Dunne, who runs the Palo Alto facility, showed me around. He said the LCLS fired extremely fast bursts of X-rays. "Think about a person running the hundred metres," he told me. "The difference between first place and second place is sometimes 1/100th of a second. “Take that 1/100th of a second and divide it a million times. Then take one of those divisions and divide it another million times. And that's how fast this burst of X-rays is." The laser was developed at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Its systems were adapted from a particle collider. But instead of smashing atoms, it enables researchers to see what is going on in living systems and to track chemical reactions as they happen. “This genuinely is a revolution,” said Prof Dunne. “We can now see for the first time deep inside an atom on the space scale and the time scale that chemistry and biology really happens. It transforms our ability to view the real world.” Prof Dunne took me into one of the experimental areas, where the beam hits a sample and lights it up. Researcher Dr Meng Liang was preparing a dish of the material found in the brains of people who have Parkinson’s disease. She believes that the new laser has the potential to transform investigation in her field of study. “To actually image these things in real time with the brightness and the fastness that LCLS has will be really special, so we can film them and see them instead of just looking at evidence for these kind of things,” she said. In another chamber, Prof Anders Nilsson has for the first time seen how atoms behave in a chemical reaction. He said that the work would help chemists speed up and increase the efficiency of chemical production. “I think this is a chemist’s dream. We can actually start to understand the processes and from that understanding develop new catalysts,” he said. The LCLS has been so successful that the Japanese government has built a similar system. Europe is constructing its own version in Hamburg, Germany. Source:www.bbc.com
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I and joined the cause. always looking for quality homes for their sales and rental portfolios, please contact By 883 Umar ibn Hafsun Stephen for a valuation: stephen@findmeahome.eu Telephone: 636 266 641 controlled over 60 castles in a thin but wide arc and Al Mundhir succeeded him but his head as he from Malaga in the south up through reigned as Emir of Cordoba for just was executed Seville, Granada, Baza, Jaen to the two years. Most probably murdered for treason a few coast again in on the orders of his years. Murcia. Mohammad brother; Abdullah Years earlier in I now had a serious ibn Mohammad al – 863; Abdullah had married a Christian rebellion on his Umawi. southern Cordovan Abdullah reigned Princess called Onneca Fortunez, the doorstep. To the from 888 until 912. daughter of the King of Pamplona. north and west Not a nice chap by Both had been royal hostages at the another foe Ibn all accounts as he Cordovan court since 860 before they Marwan, had set was quite happy to both returned north in 880. himself up as the dispose of anyone With Umar ibn Hafsun still a threat; Third King of Spain he perceived as a Abdullah attacked Poley in 891and a after Mohammad I threat to him; being and Alfonso III the a neurotic recluse defeated Umar fled back to Bobastro. Christian king to the north of Spain. meant many fell under suspicion. He As revenge Abdullah massacred all Mohammad I personally lead an first ordered the killing of his two the surviving Christians but pardoned attack against Umar ibn Hafsun in 882 brothers. Then in around 890 he the Moslems. Yet within a year, Umar where reputedly Umar’s ally; Garcia ordered his own son Al-Mutarrif to had regained all the lost ground. In Iniguez the King of Pamplona was kill his brother Mohammad whom his 898 Umar renounced Islam, became killed. Though, as Garcia was aged father suspected of plotting with the a Christian and called himself Samuel. 82 this may be incorrect. Mohammad rebel Umar; Mohammad’s wife was He built the Mozarab church at I’s son and heir Al Mundhir retook a Christian concubine called Muzna Bobastro in 883 and the rebel Umar who was pregnant at the time and Bobastro and thought he would get moved his base to within 50 Kms gave birth a few weeks later to Abd ar more support from the Christian of Cordoba to the fortress town Rahman III who would later rule from king. Alfonso III of Leon. The plan of Poley, now know as Aguilar de 912 for almost 50 years. Al Mutarrif’s backfired as many of his Moslem Frontera. Mohammad I died in 886 extreme display of loyalty didn’t save followers deserted him.
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Magnificent 250m², 3-beds chalet situated close to Mojácar beach. On a plot of 500 m², it has 3 levels: semi-basement, ground floor & upper floor. Semibasement is an open space that occupies the entire floor of house, high windows to the outside. Ground floor: large lounge-dining room with sliding glass doors opening onto a 35 m² covered porch leading out to the garden, Large fitted kitchen, entrance hall, toilet, a large garage connected to house. Upstairs: 3 beds, 1 bathroom and a large terrace with sea views. The large 500-m² garden is well established with lots of trees and bushes making it very private
A 90m², 3 bed, end duplex with a large garden, situated just 300 meters from the beach in Mojácar. Downstairs there is a large open plan lounge-dinner with A/C, a fitted kitchen, and a toilet with shower. Upstairs it has 3 bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, a bathroom and 2 terraces. There is a front porch, and an enclosed rear patio leading out to an open rear patio. There is approx. 300 m² of private fenced garden. There is the possibility of a large basement. The urbanization has well-kept gardens with tennis courts and two pools. The property has private parking.
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A 90 m², 3 bed detached chalet set on a 880 m² plot with a pool situated just a few minutes from the village and 25 min from the coast and various golf courses. The property has a lovely arched front porch, an entrance hall, a large lounge-diner with a gas “Living Flame” fireplace, a fully fitted kitchen with white goods, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, (the master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom). The property has A/C in the lounge and 2 bedrooms. The plot is completely fenced and gated and there is an 8 x 4 “Roman Head” swimming pool, a decent sized store room and the gardens are well established with trees and bushes.
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Speed your Spanish house sale with garden improvements
By Clodagh and Dick Handscombe Practical holistic gardeners authors and broadcasters living in Spain for 25 years. Gardens help in hard economic times The housing market in Spain certainly continues to be deeply in the doldrums. Houses in many areas, new and re-sales, being reduced by up to fifty percent or more to get even a sniff, and when a sale is negotiated and closed it is can be the garden that finally tips the sale . But perhaps that is not surprising when one considers that one of the main reasons people buy in Spain is the weather that allows one to live a very much outdoor lifestyle. A good garden can therefore result in an exquisitely designed decorated and furnished house only being used for a few hours a day from Spring to Autumn and for entire days only on the colder wetter days of winter – provided the garden is designed for outside living and does not require substantial maintenance activity every week of the year. So what can you do to prepare and modify your garden to give yourself a better chance of a fast sale at an attractive price to both the seller and buyer. We highlight some tidying tasks, likely attractions and improvement needs. Basic tidying needs As with the interior of the house potential buyers will be attracted by a tidy uncluttered garden that suggests that maintenance will be very manageable with or without the help of a gardener. So as a minimum ensure that the following are done and maintained so that you can present the best image to unexpected visits by potential buyers. 1. If you have a lawn ensure it is regularly cut even in the winter months if sunny weather stimulates growth and treat it to a combined weed killer fertilizer mix. 2.Ensure that the swimming pool and jacuzzi are kept pristine even if you normally give it little winter attention. 3.Keep all paths and terraces swept and edging plants trimmed neatly back. If the surfaces look a little dirty and mossy clean them with a pressure hose. 4. Re-point damaged surfaces and the facing of garden walls, and repaint garden walls. 5. Prune back straggly plants and deadhead plants that continue to flower. 6. After Christmas do the major winter cutback as normal explaining to visiting potential buyers that you are doing it to improve the shape sizes and Spring/Summer flowering potential of plants. What to do is explained in Chapter 6.9 of ‘Your Garden in Spain’. 7. Tidy the garden shed , clean tools and remove smelly out of date and or leaking chemical products. 8.Check that the watering system is working effectively. Turn of unnecessary tubes and drip jets and stop leaks.. 9.Clean up potted plants and their pots/containers. 10. Prepare a tidy hidden area for the compost heap, leaves rotting down in bags, logs etc.
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Focusing on a smaller area to give our buyers and sellers a better service.
WE ARE READY FOR A VERY BUSY 2015
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Voss Homes had a fantastic 2014 selling many, many properties in our area of Huercal-Overa, Zurgena, La Alfoquia, Taberno and San Juan de Los Terreros. Our success is simply due to being proactive, focusing on a smaller area, selling legal properties, working hard, our integrity and our strong desire to get all our properties sold. 2015 HAS STARTED OFF EVEN BETTER! If you are thinking of selling or long term renting your property in our area then please contact us asap to arrange a free, truthful valuation, free paperwork check and suggestions on how Voss Homes can sell your property! ● 10 years proven track record of selling properties in our area ●
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Armas and the Pit
The first tunnel of the Alquerian Metro was progressing at an acceptable pace. Acceptable for Alqueria that is. It isn’t a question of how much progress is being made but why a village of eight hundred souls requires an underground system in the first place. The requirement is tied to European grants designed to overhaul transport infrastructures. After some very creative accounting and downright lies regarding the logistical needs of Alqueria, grants were duly awarded. Unfortunately in these days of financial crises the issuing agency insisted on site visits, they wanted to know exactly where their cash was going. The elders of the Village had hoped that the sheer unpleasantness of Alqueria would dissuade any potential inspector from putting in an appearance. The ploy had worked in the past. This time however, Alqueria’s bluff had been called. This is why Felipe Armas was bravely digging his way to a cardiac arrest while being watched by Loco Paco. Paco looked anything but loco to the exhausted Armas. The plan submitted with the grant application called for two lines with an intersection and nine stations. The total length of the network was to be 22km. Armas’s excavation was to such a depth that an individual of average height could, when standing upright see over the edge of the hole. At the present rate of progress it would take 546 years to complete the digging. One might reasonably expect Alqueria’s transport requirements to have changed somewhat during this time. It was however satisfactory progress for Alqueria. With the inspectors on their way Armas was digging with a will. He was given the job by default as no one else answered the job application. Armas only answered it as he thought he was applying for a subscription
to ‘Naughty Nun Monthly’ which he read purely for the articles. It soon became obvious that the inspectors weren’t going to be fooled. Instead of a network of tunnels they were going to find nothing more than a hole in the ground that any self respecting boyscout on latrine duty could have dug. Many inventive schemes to foil the inspectors were mooted. These ranged from backdrops painted with tunnel scenes to rendering the inspectors unconscious by applying Remitroot Whisky in vast quantities. The solution came in the form of Antonio Poyato’s newly acquired and as yet uninstalled septic tank. By simply glueing on cardboard fins and stencilling the words ‘1000KG RDX’ it was possible to create the illusion of a very large bomb. Lowering it into the semi-darkness of Armas’s pit completed the deception. The inspectors arrived promptly and peered into the void. The sight of Armas about to strike the ‘bomb’ with a hefty shovel tested their mettle. With remarkable agility for men of their age they clambered into their vehicles and sped away with doors slamming. The whole scene looked like a bungled kidnap attempt. They were in such haste they reached Murcia before they realised they were out of petrol.
Following My Instincts by Paul Martin
Business related to art, music and entertainment will be highly profitable. This is a great time to sign a contract or attract new customers. You have to spend money to make money. Giving away merchandise to people who make a certain amount of purchases will pay off. You have a knack for creating a buzz about products and services. Think carefully about who will appreciate such things. A carefully targeted campaign will require a financial risk, but don’t worry. Your instincts are sound. Well thank heavens for that, my instincts are sound. At least, so says my horoscope today. I’m also going to do well with some business related to art, music and entertainment; in fact, they will be highly profitable. As well as that, if I can find one, it’s a great time to sign a new contract or attract new customers. Mmmm . . . That’s a little worrying. I suddenly don’t feel quite as confident about my future as I was ten seconds ago. Attract new customers? And hang on, as if that wasn’t a bit of a knock to my ego, next on my stellar prediction is the revelation that I have to spend money to make money. Fine. Easy for my horoscope writer to say that; he or she has probably got plenty of money, after all, don’t their horoscopes appear in hundreds of newspapers and websites around the world? But I don’t have a huge amount of money to spend in order to make more money, so that little prediction goes out of the window. Even so, my instincts are sound and that’s
My appetite for jam is not great. I like it well enough, but only infrequently. I have short episodes of jam fancying, but they are very transient, and usually only last until halfway down the jar, upon which I go right off it, and end up throwing the remaining half jar away. However, my current jam penchant has lasted a sufficient length of time for me to actually finish a pot of Mercadona’s finest strawberry, and contemplate buying another one. Mercadona was at the height of its usual mid-morning melee, but jam I wanted, and jam I would have. I circumnavigated the shelf stackers with their mobile mounds of replacement goods, swerved round shopping trolleys, eeled my way past pull-along baskets, reached the object of my desire, and placed it safely in the care of my trolley assistant, Pete. We were lucky. Despite the number of people in the shop, Mari’s check-out was free. Not wishing to hinder her in her quest for the title of Fastest Check-out Girl in Andalucía, I began emptying the trolley contents on to the belt in a vain attempt to match the speed with which she was putting each item through the ray gun and into the safe harbour at the end of the line. The jam, however, was not to be hurried. It was content in the bottom of the trolley, and obviously wished to remain there, conversing with the other sundry items that were deemed necessary for Biggs survival for the coming week. As I lifted it to trolley rim height, it caught, slid its smooth glass body through my fingers, executed a
something to hang on to. Now, what’s next? Ah, giving away merchandise to people who make a certain amount of purchases will pay off. Here we go again. I’d love to give away stuff to people, if I had the money to buy it in the first place – watch my lips, horoscope writer, I’m not in the money. I don’t have the where-with-all to make this happen – I wish I did. But I don’t. So I have the knack for creating a buzz – oh yes? – about products and services. Easily said, hey? And I have to think carefully about who will appreciate such things: well lucky them. I just wonder if they’re thinking of me in the same way? Doubtful. And also, is my horoscope writer thinking of me in the same way, because what he, or she is telling me is pretty personal isn’t it? But they can’t have the time to consider the millions of readers who are, like me, angst ridden over their daily predictions. And finally, a carefully targeted campaign will require a financial risk, but don’t worry. Don’t worry? Firstly, I don’t know what a carefully
By Jos Biggs
josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk balletic parabola, and descended to terra firma. The sound it made at it landed was quite distinctive – a crash with a slight tinkle and a hint of thud right at the very end. This was followed by the equally distinctive sound of me expressing my feelings in a spontaneous and uninhibited manner. Mari barely paused. ‘No pasa nada’ she said, as the rest of my shopping sped down the belt. I rushed to get a replacement jam, and returned to find that a healthy queue had built up from nowhere while Mari salvaged the sticky mess with the aid of a dustbin and a length of paper towel. This left me with 2 thoughts: I will forever remember the sound of falling jam. And if I ever come back to this earth as a checkout girl, and some idiot drops jam, I will call for a minion to come and clean it up!
targeted campaign is, and secondly – excuse me for repeating myself – I don’t have the money. Why does this horoscope person assume all of us Pisceans are financially well endowed? I for one am not. So I’m brought back to the final revelation, that my instincts are sound, which I have to say – modestly – I think they are. I may not be in a financial position to launch the next record breaking product, which takes the world by storm. I may not be able to create a buzz, or carefully target campaigns. But I think, on this occasion, I’m going to go with my instincts – which I know are sound – and never read a horoscope again.
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February meeting will be held on Monday 23rd at 11am at Centre de Usos Multiples Turre when our first speaker will be Maria Aznar Solana who is going to give us some information on how to get the best interest on your Savings in Spain, followed by Alejandro. From time to time we all have Legal and General problem , a list of questions has been passed on to him and I am sure he will be able to put a lot of minds at rest, so come along, who knows one of those questions and answers may help you. We look forward to seeing all members and guests, if you need more information please contact The Secretary Pam Smith Tel. 950 475 418 or The President Lesley Barlow Tel. 950 478 633.
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Living water Church Mojacar. An Evangelical informal service at 4.00pm every Sunday, opposite Red Cross Centre on Mojacar Playa. Contact Pastor David Hamilton 697 522 521 John 950 529 321 Margaret 950 477 063 For more info visit www.livingwate rchurchmojacar.com
The Royal British Legion of Mojacar
meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday’s of the month at the Atesan Centre Mojacar, starting at 1115 am. New members are always welcome. Events for February are:- 19th Meeting -speaker Rev. Pauline Williams 28th Andalucian day lunch at a Delfin Dorado Spanish lunch and Spanish music for a Spanish day.
BLUESMAN CHARLIE
Bluesman Charlie & The White Coffin Blues Band are playing at Los Angeles , Villaricos on Friday 27th Feb 21:00 onwards.
WHATS ON HUERCAL-OVERA
•Sunday, February 22 , 10:30. Municipal Sports Pavilion VII MEETING OF BOLILLO • Saturday, February 28 , 17:30. Theatre Villa Huércal –Overa presents, “THE TOY STORY . THE MUSICAL “ Preserving the humor and heart of the original “Toy Story” film from Pixar Animation Studios, “Toy Story-The Musical” explores the true meaning of friendship as Buzz Lightyear and Woody transform from jealous adversaries to best friends with an unbreakable bond. The show’s elaborate costumes capture the vibrant colors and playfulness of the animated characters. Guests of all ages will delight in an original collection of show tunes that retell the story in a fun and energizing way. • Saturday & Sunday, February 28 to march 1. VILLAZGO MEDIEVAL MARKET During these days in Constitution Square ( next to the church) the atmosphere of a medieval market with artisans, workshops, merchants and live performances will be recreated .
Taekwondo Lessons
Global Taekwondo Federation. Martial Arts training for children and adults. Held at Indigo Gym on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays. Come and try for free. Have you got what it takes to get your Black Belt??? Tel@ 646 844 708 www.tkdspain.webs.com
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Roquetas Bridge club Meets on Monday’s at 3pm at Park Café VIP Lounge. For more info please contact Alison Ferguson 950 349 749 or Sue Barlow 950 333 344
improve your Spanish
Do you want to improve your Spanish and speak English with new friends. Every Thursdays from 9.00 pm in L’arrivée Tapas & Lounge Café in Aguadulce. You can taste our fantastic tapas and enjoy improving your Spanish and speaking English with people from Spain and other countries. Your first pint of beer and tapa is for free. Just come and enjoy.
teaching kids yoga and the benifits P R A C T I C A L-T H E O R E T I C A L Training Course two / THREE days. Collaborative teaching yoga to children and families, stories, relaxation, dynamics to develop imagination, creativity and memory of children s, images and songs to encourage them and help them in expression and concentration.
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Practical ideas for kids, seniors and pre-teens, articles adapted for yoga and a lot of material to enrich your classes. For teachers, TEACHERS s, educators, therapists and parents with basic knowledge of yoga. Taught by Lisa Howe IOGA A L'SCHOOL Venue: Elim, Roquetas de Mar, Almeria More information: www.
Saturday 10-14 and 16 to 19 hours
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Sunday 09.30-14.30 hours Price: 190€ for three days You will receive a pack of material, a theoretical dossier, a dossier dynamic, articles and images. Ask about discounts if you join with (a) friend 'or if you're the AEKY (Spanish Association Kundalini Yoga)
FTG Notice
The ‘Friday Tapas Group’ meet each Friday in the Urbanisation at 1.00pm and the venues for the next few weeks are:20-2-15 La Bodeguina, C/Sierra Nevada. 27-2-15 Taberna Murillo, next to Bar Estampa. 6-3-15 El Adel, next to Margar Supermarket. 13-3-15 Burty’s Bar, in the Urb. 20-3-15 Paseo Del Golf (The 19th Hole) nr. Manhattan’s. 27-3-15 Marysol, next to Burty’s Bar. 3-4-15 Bar Cullar, next Hotel Bahia Serena. 10-4-15 New York NY, in the Urb. 17-4-15 Lady Lay, C/Sierra Nevada. 24-4-15 Bar Estampa, opp.Hotel Roquetas Protur & Spa. Anyone is welcome to join the happy bunch and have a laugh, exchange views and ideas. The more, the merrier and the bar owners enjoy it too!
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ROYAL BRITISH LEGION NOTICE FORTHCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS IN 2015 ROQUETAS DE MAR SUB-BRANCH 3569 Tuesday 3rd March – 3.00pm Social meeting & Greyhound Racing afternoon. Tuesday 17th March – 1.30 for 2.00pm RBL Luncheon at Bar Southern & Raffle. Contact Jenny on 950328469 to reserve your place. Tuesday 7th April – Social meeting Easter Cake Competition & Tombola. APRIL – POSSIBLE MINI BUS TRIP TO ALMERIMAR watch this space for more info! Tuesday 5th May – Social meeting & Quiz afternoon. Tuesday 2nd June – Social meeting & MR & MRS AFTERNOON.
All monies raised at these events will go to the 2015 Poppy Appeal. New members are most welcome to join the branch, so come along to any the social meetings, contact Jenny/Mike on 950328469 for further info. Social Meetings are held at ‘The Lodge’ on Calle Americo Vespucio, Roquetas De Mar, on the first Tuesday of each month (3pm), unless otherwise notified.
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The One That Got Away by Simon Wood
“She wanted to see fear and terror in his eyes, the same fear and terror that she and all his other victims had suffered at his hands. She wanted him to know the misery he’d put her through.” If you enjoy reading thrillers this will not disappoint you. The suspense will keep you riveted throughout. With a dramatic opening and a thrilling finale which takes a lot of beating it’s an enjoyable read from a well-established author. This is one for the boys. Two young girls have been abducted after having replicated a Thelma and Louise Las Vegas, doing the works: gambling, drinking to excess and partying temporarily abandoning their respectability and studies. Zoe was a PhD student just needing to let her hair down and have fun. Girls behaving badly. So how come Zoe Sutton was still fighting for her life after the two girls were abducted and drugged even 15 months later? Was she such a bad girl that she needed to be punished by a psycho who believed in his demented mind that he was performing a cleanup act? She was guilty of a lack of respect for her fellow citizens. Is this a crime comparable to murderers and rapists? “My crime is disrespect? Do I really deserve to die for displaying bad manners?” It might sound a bit corny and far-fetched but when you are trussed up by a monster vying for your blood do you have a leg to stand on? Apparently not. An honourable killer?
An interesting paradox but it doesn’t make sense in a logical world, does it? What a warped view of society. What a dangerous man. Both girls were treated like disposable trash and there were others. Holli was left hanging from a hook in the ceiling just like a slice of beef. Zoe was next. It had been a random abduction. Zoe had the advantage, she wasn’t hanging and she was free to move and escape. Her car was visible and if she ran for it she might be able to find the cops and rescue Holli. A chance in a million considering that Zoe was still drugged. Attempting to rescue her friend would have been seen as a suicide mission. The monster was over 6 feet tall, strong and armed with a knife which he used to brand his victims with a Roman numeral and a whip like a dead snake which “possessed the power to devastate the human body.” Ten lashes wrecked most people. One of his victims was flogged more than forty times. Yes, Zoe was the one who got away and the story moves on 15 months. Every day she relives the nightmare knowing that the monster is still out there. Her life is ruined, she has ostracised her friends and family, needs weekly shrink sessions and still cannot deal with anger issues or guilt at abandoning her friend. A development provokes Zoe into responding irrationally and putting herself in danger and in the spotlight. “Murder victim found suspended”
So how were the pancakes? Well Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) was yesterday, if you’re reading this on Wednesday 18th – and today’s Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent; for many, a time of fasting and reflection as we remember the 40 days Jesus spent in the wilderness, being tested by the devil. In times past, and for some today, this fasting, other than on Sundays, is strictly observed, so Shrove Tuesday was an occasion to feast in preparation for the shortage of food to follow. And for the less well-off, what better than pancakes? For many of course, the fasting is symbolic, living without sweets, cigarettes or some other treat, but whatever form it takes, the important requirement for Christians at this time of year is reflection and repentance, with perhaps a large dose of love and forgiveness of others thrown in. So for myself, I will be trying, frequently unsuccessfully no doubt, to live without self-interest. To endeavour to see another’s point of view. To accept someone ‘treading on my toes’ or hurting me, without immediately leaping to my own defence. And believe me, this will be incredibly difficult. But this, rather than merely living a good life, is what is really meant by ‘following Christ’ and living like him,
for St Peter wrote: “Christ suffered on our behalf, leaving us an example, that we should follow: For he never sinned, nor ever deceived anyone. He didn’t retaliate when he was insulted, nor threaten revenge when he suffered.
pause for thought
He left his case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly. He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that they could be completely removed, leaving us able to live for what is right. So it is by his injuries we have been healed”. Now that really is a hard act to follow. There’s no need to defend myself for God is the ultimate judge. There’s no need to greave over all my faults, for they’ve been repaid in full by Christ on the Cross. Details of a number of English Language Churches are given in Sol Noticeboard for any wishing to Worship, whilst additionally, further information about the Anglican Church in this area may be seen on the web site www.mojacarchurch.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
relayed on the news resurrected the nightmares from the deep recesses of her mind. “It was happening again. It was happening here” in San Francisco. Without thinking of the consequences
story goes.
Another abduction. a race against time with an incompetent police force getting nowhere fast and a cold and calculating killer. Will Zoe survive the final reckoning or will she pay the ultimate price-her life? The suspense picks up in the right places and Zoe proves to be a powerful match for the Tally Man but will this be enough? A thrilling journey, a bit scary at times though but well worth a read. “Predators like these aren’t created perfect. They develop their methods from their errors. They’re damaged people inflicting more damage on innocent bystanders.” But that doesn’t justify their actions does it or make them less dangerous? Of course not.
she raced to the crime scene, ducked under the tape, gatecrashing the investigation and contaminating the crime scene. Consequently her impulsive behaviour made news and her image was shown on national tv only to be recognised by the killer who was determined to track her down and punish her once and for all! Ominous. And we know how that
Publisher: Thomas and trademark of Amazon.com
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Fifty Shades of Grey whips North American box office Erotic film adaptation Fifty Shades of Grey sizzled at North American box offices this weekend, taking an estimated $81.7m (£53m). It was the second-highest February debut ever, behind The Passion of the Christ’s $83.9m opening in 2004. Based on EL James’ best-selling novel, Fifty Shades of Grey is directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and stars Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson. According to Universal Pictures, North American audiences were 68% female. The film’s takings were more than double those of its nearest box office rival, Kingsman: The Secret Service, which earned $35.6m (£24m), according to studio estimates. Around the world, Fifty Shades of Grey took an estimated $158m (£102m) from 58 countries. James’s trilogy of Fifty Shades
books have reportedly sold more than 100 million copies worldwide and been translated into more than 50 languages. The film, which contains “strong sex and nudity”, is R-rated in the US meaning those under 17 years old can watch it if accompanied by an adult - and has an 18 certificate in the UK. Animated children’s film The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water came third on the box office chart with $30.5m (£19.8m) in its second weekend on release. Rounding out the top five were the Oscar-nominated American Sniper with $16.4m (£10.6m), and sci-fi fantasy Jupiter Ascending with $9.4m (£6.1m). Bbc.com
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PREVIEW OF THE 2015 F1 SEASON By Tony Matthews
This year’s F1 world championship will be the 66th and 22 drivers, representing eleven teams, will compete at 20 venues, starting in Australia in mid-March and ending in Abu Dhabi in late-November. Defending champion Lewis Hamilton is hoping to secure his third title while Mercedes will begin the season as defending Constructors' Champions. The teams have officially registered their cars/drivers, although financial problems which forced Caterham and Marussia to miss the final races of 2014, have cast doubts over their entries. However, both have been listed. NB: two teams - Caterham and Manor - have yet to name their drivers. Team Constructor Drivers Team Caterham Caterham-Renault To be confirmed Scuderia Ferrari Ferrari Sebastien Vettel/Kimi Raikkonen Sahara Force India Force India-Mercedes Sergio Perez/Nico Hulkenberg Lotus Lotus Mercedes Romain Grosjean/Pastor Maldonado Manor Manor Ferrari To be confirmed McLaren Honda McLaren Honda Fernando Alonso/Jensen Button Mercedes AMG Petronas Mercedes Lewis Hamilton/Nico Rosberg Infiniti Red Bull Red Bull-Renault Daniel Ricciardo/Daniil/Kvyat Sauber Sauber-Ferrari Marcus Ericsson/Felipe Nasr Sauber Toro Roso Toro Rosso-Ranault Max Verstappen/Carlos Saintz jnr. Williams Martini Racing Williams-Mercedes Felipe Massa/Vaillteri Bottas
The 20 Grand Prix venues for 2015.
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Country Circuit Australia Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit Malaysian Sepang I Circuit, Kuala Lumpur China Shanghai International Circuit Bahrain Bahrain International Spain Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Monaco Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo Canada Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal Great Britain Silverstone Circuit Germany To be announced Hungary Hungaroring, Budapest Belgium Spa-Francorchamps, Stavelot Italy Autodromo Nazionale Monza Singapore Marina Bay Street Circuit Japan Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka Russia Sochi Autodrom, Sochi USA Circuit of the Americas, Austin Mexico Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez Brazil Autódromo José Carlos Pace UAE Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi
Date 15 March 29 March 12 April Sakhir19 April 10 May 24 May 21 June 5 July 19 July 26 July 23 August 6 September 20 September 27 September 11 October 25 October 1 November 15 November 29 November
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facts • Lewis Hamilton, aiming to become the first Briton to retain the world title, is the championship favourite. • The most experienced driver line-up is at McLaren where former world champions Fernando Alonso and Jenson Button have started 500 Grand Prixs between them. • In contrast, Toro Rosso's Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz junior have yet to start an F1 race. • For Button it will be his 16th season in F1, making him the most experienced driver on the grid. • Kimi Raikkonen, aged 35, will be the oldest, while Dutchman Verstappen, 17, is the youngest. • Sebastian Vettel has the most wins of any driver to date, with 39, six more than reigning champion Hamilton.
Marina Phoenix Golf Society
Recently retired submariner Fred McEvoy torpedoed the rest of the 36 strong field on Monday 9th February at Marina Phoenix. Fred scored 37 stableford points and was followed, in second, by Eddie Vaughan (35) with Sammy Tumblety (33) in third. Sammy also won the only two’s prizes on the 2nd and 14th. The ladies division was won by Isobel Jones (34) ahead of June Nicol (32) second and Penny Craig (30) third. The turnout of 36 for Thursday’s
team game was halved due to the rain. That was before the club decided conditions were too dangerous for buggies and the event was cancelled. Although eight hardy souls did play. Marina Phoenix play Mondays (individual) and Thursdays (team game). To join us for a €25 greenfee. Ring Jim on 950 162 727 / 600 353 670 or Rosalie 950 397 117/ 697 512 882.
and Gill and commiserations to Cicely and Maureen. The men’s final was contested between Rod Band and Vic Holloway v Brian Firth and Ian Jackson. This was an evenly fought final with all four men bowling extremely well. There were only three shots in it after the 12th end but then Rod and Vic picked up a 5 on the next end to lead 17-9.
Cabrera Lawn Bowling Club hosted the clubs ladies and men’s pairs competition. They were held from Thursday 29th January culminating in the ladies final on Sunday 1st February and the men’s final on Monday 2nd February. The ladies final was contested between Cicely Pickers and Maureen Stakes v Margaret Schofield and Gill Young. The conditions were quite blustery but it did not stop the ladies putting on a lovely display of bowling. Cicely and Maureen were leading after 5 ends but then Margaret and Gill picked up a 5 on the next end to lead 7-4. Margaret and Gill continued the pressure and gradually built up a strong lead. Going into the 18th end they were leading by 8 shots and when one of the oppositions bowls went into the ditch they could not lose and went on to win 24-19. A wonderful final played in a great spirit. Congratulations to Margaret
Brian and Ian won 4 out of the next five ends but sadly for them it wasn’t enough and Rod and Vic won 18-16. A wonderful final with some lovely bowling especially from Rod Band. Congratulations the Rod and Vic and commiserations to Brian and Ian. Ladies Finalists left to right Cicely Pickers, Maureen Stakes, Margaret Schofield and Gill Young
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Men’s Finalists left to right Ian After the abandonment of the Jackson, Brian Firth, Rod Band and Vic previous week’s fixture at Marina Holloway. due to weather conditions usually experienced on the top of the Pennines, Badgers held an individual Stapleford competition at the outstanding Valle Del Este course on Wednesday the 11th February. From a field of 32 players Derick Dale emerged as the winner with an excellent 37 points. Second place went to Tony Rowbottom with 36, with Viv Parker third on 33. Amazingly there were no 2’s scored, but many tales in the bar
later of near misses. Nearest The Pin awards went to Dave Wright, Tony Rowbottom and yet another brace for Brian Watts. Badgers Golf Society, Mojacar play every Wednesday and Saturday. Members and visitors are always welcome. Any golfers wishing to play should ring or email Mike Daily mikdaily9@gmail.com tel. 664876995 or Andy Mucha andymucha1@ gmail.com tel. 634333481, or email badgersmojacar@gmail.com
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It was decided at the end of our last game that it would be necessary to move the pitch and create some desperately needed extra space for the spectators. Showing off their practical skills, team DOMUS set to and moved the pitch away from the dwarf wall which had become a source of injury to many of the players as they tripped, fell or were hurled over it. All in good humour and fun of course. Next they focussed onto the stands and I am proud to say that we now have seating for 6 wide or 8 narrow beams. In fact you could actually get 9 narrow beams on, but the end one would only have one cheek on. Before the game started a new rule was introduced called the “No contact” rule. One or two weren`t too happy about it as they like to tackle. Impatient to get under way and with whistle in mouth and in his own courteous fashion the Mighty Vicko explained that, and I quote, “If that`s the PHEEPING! rule then that`s the PHEEPING! rule, so let`s get on with the PHEEPING game or you can all PHEEP OFF! And I`ll go back to PHEEPING BED!” His command of English is wondrous to behold. With the players suitably chastised and with one long PHEEEEEEEEEEEP! from his whistle the game began. Gosh how exciting it was. The players soon adjusted to the new rule and very quickly passed the ball between them. A couple of times the ball hit the goalpost but eventually the persistence of the Coffin Dodgers paid off with the first goal scored by Fiery Fred. Clutching his V8 turbo charged, twin overhead-cam Box Brownie, our erstwhile photographer, Colin “Scoop” Wheeler, could be seen dashing up and down the pitch like a thing possessed. His little legs a blur as he shot by. ZOOM-ZOOM CLICK! ZOOMZOOM CLICK!
Undeterred the Seizure Stoppers fought back but could not stop Lottery Len scoring again for the Coffin Dodgers. Shortly before the end of the first half Alan Mitderspecs clawed one back for the Seizure Stoppers. Hurricane Helen supplied the oranges which were quickly albeit noisily, sucked dry. Luckily I had my ear defenders with me. Half time over the refreshed players bounded onto the pitch to begin the second half. Shortly after play began Peter Dem Bones Kelly demonstrated the skills he had learned only that morning. Sitting in bed while dipping a stick of celery into a lightly boiled egg he watched Match of the Day and had studied the actions of various players. I can tell you we were all impressed by his dazzling footwork as he leapt, twisted and turned as light as feather. Amazing! He promises that next week he is going to try out these new found skills with a ball. I can`t wait! Both goals came under attack and the game heated up to a frenetic pace. In the excitement one or two players nearly tipped their wheelchairs over as they tried to manoeuvre them around the pitch. At one point Fiery Fred hurled himself to the ground rolling over several times in agony. This move would have been more believable if his wife had not spread out a ground sheet so that he wouldn`t get his clothes dirty. Despite being slightly impeded by his oxygen mask, the racing version, Near Miss Chris took the initiative and scored the equalizing goal for the Seizure Stoppers. Hurrah! Both teams adjourned to the patio for a prolonged analysis. Fuelled by many pints of lager and Guinness the debate continued until dark.
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Urcal Golf society
Urcal Golf Society took twenty members to the Lorca Golf Resort on Saturday 7th February for our first visit there this year,playing an individual Stableford competition for the Almasol Cup. In bitterly cold weather members were wrapped up so much, it resembled a winter competition in England, not what we expect in this normally mild climate. Scores on the front nine were generally good but on the second nine as the cold got through the various layers of clothing, scores started to deteriorate for the majority of the field. One player stood out above all others, taking his second individual victory of the year. Playing off a handicap of six, Garry Funnell kept his composure to take the cup with a very creditable score of 35 points, two points in front of second place man Derek Phillips with Jean-Francois Crinquand third
with 30 points on count back. The two nearest the pin prizes on par three´s went to John Smith on the fourth hole and Dave Edmonds on the tenth hole, nearest the pin in two shots on the fourteenth hole was won by Steve Fear making one of his all too rare appearances with the society, nice to see you have not lost the knack Steve! The competition for the two´s was a three way tie with Dave Edmonds, Billy Handy and Garry Funnell all taking an equal share of the prize fund. A big thank you for the staff at Lorca for the Bacon Rolls and endless supply of coffee which was very welcome on such a cold day. Our next fixture will be on Saturday 21st February, venue to be confirmed. Anyone interested in joining our friendly society please ring our captain, Steve Dodd on 608 238 827
Almería and Real Sociedad
Almería and Real Sociedad cannot be separatedThe Andalusian side and the team from San Sebastian drew 2-2 in the opening game of matchday 23 of the Liga BBVA. UD Almería and Real Sociedad did no harm to one another on matchday 23 of La Liga with a 2-2 draw. The San Sebastian side had to play catch up throughout the game against an Almería side who could not hold on to their leads. It was a great first half between Almería and Real Sociedad. The Andalusian side took the lead after five minutes through Verza, who put away a penalty won following a foul on Thievy Bifouma. However, Real knew how to respond to the goal and drew level on the half-hour mark thanks to a great header by Imanol Agirretxe, that gave the Basque side hope. With the match even, Thievy began to make his presence felt, he was very active in the first half and Tomar Hemed took advantage of his
play to give his side their second goal before half time. Only two minutes after the restart, some good individual play from Sergio Canales led to the equalizer. Despite the best efforts of both sides to tilt the game in their favour, the goal was to be the last of the game. The result means that Almería continue their run of good form, they have gone three games without a defeat whilst Real Sociedad remain in the middle of the table on 24 points. sOURCE: http://www.lfp.es/
Barcelona continue winning
Barcelona continue winning runThe Catalans saw Levante off 5-0 at the Camp Nou to make it six consecutive victories in the Liga BBVA. FC Barcelona remained secure in second place and kept up the pressure on Real Madrid in the battle for top spot after beating Levante UD 5-0 on matchday 23 of the Liga BBVA. The Catalan outfit proved the more effective of the two sides, and set themselves on course for victory in the first half. Neymar Jr. broke the deadlock for the hosts with a goal after 17 minutes. Levante then looked to break at pace to make life difficult for the home team, but Barcelona’s
good work and use of the ball won out. Messi, in his 300th match in the Liga BBVA, hit the second of the match after Marc Bartra had stolen possession in midfield. Two more strikes from Messi early in the second period settled the affair, which at 4-0 dropped in tempo and dynamism. Luis Suárez, who had come on as a substitute after half time, then brought the Camp Nou to its feet with a terrific overhead kick to complete the scoring for the azulgranas. sOURCE: http://www.lfp.es/
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JUMILLA FC 1 HUÉRCAL-OVERA CF 0
An intensly contested match between the sides occupying 2nd and 3rd in the table ended with Jumilla getting the upper hand. The visitors hand the better chances of the first period with Campanas and Juanma having space to get shots in but off target. The home side didn’t look like they got into their stride as the Huercal-Overa defence looked strong getting first to every ball. The big chance in first half fell to Campanas and Lloris in the 28th minute, a great ball in from Carlos Perez found Campanas who took a touch, turned and fired against the keeper when the rebound fell to Lloris who could only direct the ball over the bar. In the second period it was very difficult to separate the sides, both looking to get forward for the points but neither could find the breakthrough. Then with 80 minutes on the clock the ball went out for a Jumilla throw 20 yards from the visitor’s goal line, the throw should have been given as a foul due to the player having both feet over the line but this was let go, then a whipped in cross found the head of the Jumilla number 9 who directed the ball past Paco but a foul had been committed and the goal was ruled out… Moments later Jumilla went back to front with a long ball out if defence
down the right, the ball looked to be going out but a touch of indecision to play the ball out or leave it to go was pounced upon by Jumilla right winger Navarro who cut the ball back to Carlos Martinez who slotted past Paco to the delight of the home supporters. The result leaves Jumilla a point behind leaders Real Murcia B (52) and Huercal-Overa now level on points (45) with Aguilas just 4 ahead of Mar Menor in 5th,, Huercal-Overa travel to Mar Menor in the next game
which should be another tight affair. Elsewhere the leaders tasted defeat for the first time this season with a home defeat to Yeclano who seem to be coming into form in the second half of the season. F.C. Jumilla 1 – 0 HuercalOvera CF, La Unión C.F. 0 – 2 Mar Menor C.F, C.D. Cieza 1 – 1 E.F. Alhama, & Águilas F.C. 3 – 1 P.M.D. Fortuna, A.D. Caravaca At Los Llanos Market. Arboleas 0 – 0 E.G. El Palmar Is offering a wide range of golfing services including: C.F, C.D. Plus Ultra 4 - Supply and fit most types of grips 0 C.F. Molina, R. - Excellent selection of good quality balls Murcia Imperial 1 – 2 - Extensive range of gloves Yeclano Deportivo, F.C. - Large range of second hand irons, drivers, putters and sets of clubs. Pinatar 3 – 1 Muleño - We can sell your used clubs for you. C.F, Cartagena F.C. 0 – 1 www.randsgolf.com daveandzeta@gmail.com 610 340 653 C.D. Minera.
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2015 Dyer Cup and Appleby Vase Report (Club Men’s and Ladies Single Championships) The men and ladies Club Singles, Dyer Cup and the Appleby Vase, commenced on Thursday January 29th and played through the next four days until Sunday 1st February when the Semi-finals and Finals took place. Most of this period the games were played in cold and windy. Weather. The winner of the Appleby Vase was defending champion, Catherine Patrick over Chris Parkinson and Reg. Birmingham over the defending champion, John Fitzgerald in the Dyer Cup. Appleby Vase Final – Catherine (Cath) continued with a quality playing performance which she had sustained throughout the competition. Chris Parkinson, a relatively new bowler, had a great game and proved she will be a player to watch out for in the future. In the end, Cath regained the championship comfortably. Dyer Cup Final – This was expected to be a tight game as both men had won lots of competitions prior to this meeting. John started well taking two shots on the first end. However Reg was in a mean mood and wouldn’t
let John settle. Although Reg had a commanding game to take the championship. If John was playing anyone else he would have been in a winning position, but hats off to Reg. Ladies Semi-Finals – Chris Parkinson reached the final by playing another new up and coming bowler, Maureen O ‘Hara. In the other semi-final Cath played Chris Fitzgerald Well done to all finalists for reaching this stage Men’s Semi-finals - This was played between arguably the top four men players in the club. John Fitzgerald played Tony Mullen. Reg Birminham had a good game to beat Colin Wright, a several times winner of this competition in the past. After the game Jim Pike, who stood in for John, congratulated all players and markers, despite the awful weather on the way they coped and their standard of bowls played. He also thanked the markers, who without we couldn’t hold the competition. He then asked our Lady Captain, Eileen Phoenix to present the Trophies. This report with photographs will be found on our website. www.bowlingalmeria. com Vic Parsons ABC Press Officer
Forum Golf Society
Forum Golf Society´s visit to Alboran for an individual stableford on Friday February 13th, the first time in over two years, certainly didn´t prove unlucky for Tony Morgan. Despite going off in the last group, which meant he had to suffer the worst of the wind that started to blow he ran out the day´s winner with an impressive 37 points, one better than second placed Phil Elam. On a good day for the society´s lady members Anne Wilmott was third with 34 points, edging out fourth placed Pat Garrigan on countback, whilst Yvonne Strindberg (33 points) was fifth & Ann Lawrence (30 points)
sixth. Wendy Greaves kept up the female dominance by winning the longest drive, with the men striking back to take the three nearest the pin prizes in the shape of Kevin Bircher, Gordon Hughes & Ian Postles Forum´s upcoming fixtures are 27th February Stableford at Aguilon 13th March Team Bowmaker at Aguilon 27th March Stableford & final CLG Leagues Qualifier at Aguilon For further information, contact Phil Elam on 666 847840 / philjelam@yahoo.co.uk, or see www. forumgolfsociety.webs.com
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• In the 5th round of the FA Cup, there were wins for Arsenal (2-0 v Middlesbrough), Aston Villa (2-1 v Leicester), Blackburn Rovers (including a Josh King hat-trick over) 4-1 v Stoke, giant-killers Bradford City 2-0 v Sunderland, Liverpool (2-1 at Crystal Palace), Reading (2-1 at Derby) and WBA ( v 4-0 West Ham). • Preston played Manchester United on Monday - the day of the quarter-final draw. • In the Championship last weekend, Ipswich, Norwich and Watford all won to close the gap on leaders Bournemouth. • In League One, Sheffield United beat leaders Bristol City and Scunthorpe defeated second-placed Swindon. • Shrewsbury Town also won to stay top of League Two; Celtic and Hearts lead the SPL and the SL1 respectively. • Here in Spain, Lionel Messi (on his 300th La Liga appearance) scored a record equalling 23rd hat-trick in Barcelona’s 5-0 win over Levante; leaders Real Madrid beat Coruna 2-0. • This weekend’s top PL games are Chelsea-Burnley, Manchester City-Newcastle and Swansea-Manchester United; Brentford-Bournemouth, Ipswich-Reading and Middlesbrough-Leeds play in the Championship; Exeter-Plymouth in FL 2, Celtic-Hamilton in the SPL and Atletico Madrid-Almeria, Barcelona-Malaga and Elche-Real Madrid in La Liga. • There’s was Champions League action last night with Shaktar Donetsk v Bayern Munich and PSG v Chelsea, while this evening it’s Schalke v Real Madrid. • Tomorrow, in the Europa League, Celtic play Inter Milan, Spurs take on Fiorentina, Liverpool welcome Besiktas and Young Boys meet Everton. • Last week’s Six Nations matches saw England beat Italy 47-17, Ireland defeat France 18-11 and Wales win 26-23 in Scotland. • Northampton Saints lead Rugby’s Premiership and St Helens Leeds Rhinos and Warrington Wolves are 1-2-3 in the Super League. • Despite Steve Finn’s 5-71, including a hat-trick and 98 by James Taylor, abject England (231) were battered by Australia (342-9) by 111 runs in their
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