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Kent earthquake ‘causes homes to shake’
The British Geological survey’s monitoring stations showed seismic activity on Friday morning. A 4.2 magnitude earthquake has been recorded in Kent, the British Geological Survey (BGS) has said. The tremor originated near Sandwich at a depth of 15km (9.5 miles) underground at 02:52 BST, it reported. Residents in areas including Margate, Canterbury and Southend-on-Sea in Essex felt the tremor, with some saying they thought it was a plane crash or a bomb. Kent Police said a number of calls had been received but no injuries or structural damage had been reported. But Herbert Smith tweeted that he and his wife Doreen were taking refuge in their caravan after being evacuated from their damaged home in Flete. The EuropeanMediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), which monitors seismic activity across the continent, also recorded the earthquake. Theresa Foord, from Eastry near Sandwich, said: “I heard this massive crash and then the whole house started to shake. “Plates came off the wall, doors came open - it was all very frightening. “It seemed to go on for ages but it was about three to five seconds.” About 200 earthquakes take place in the UK every year but not all are as large as this tremor, according to BGS seismologist David Galloway. “We probably get one of this size once every three or four years so it is quite significant for people if their houses are shaking or they are woken from sleep,” he said. “But in world terms, it was about 260,000 times smaller than the earthquake in Nepal. “In the UK the biggest earthquake happened in 1931 off East Anglia at Dogger
Bank. That had the magnitude 6.1.” BBC South East reporter Simon Jones, who lives in Canterbury, said he was woken up when his house started shaking. Reporter Simon Jones says he woke up and the “whole house was shaking” “The initial thought was perhaps something had gone into the house, like a lorry but then I turned to social media and people right across east Kent were reporting an earthquake,” he said. Vikki Petts tweeted: “So we just had a 4.3 magnitude earthquake in Kent and my housemates slept through the entire thing. certainly woke me up!” Caroline Knott from Ramsgate: “I had never felt an earthquake before” Caroline Knott, from Ramsgate, said the earthquake woke her up, adding “I thought maybe a bomb’s gone off”. Jonathan Tapp said: “Earthquake in East Kent and now can’t get back to sleep. Despite months spent in [New Zealand] this is my first one that I’ve felt.” Iain Buchanan, from Ramsgate, said: “So I’m not going mental, my house shook due to an earthquake in Kent of all places.” Police said they began receiving reports of the tremor in east Kent at about 02:57 BST. Neither the force nor Kent Fire and Rescue Services had received any reports of structural damage or injuries, they said. Hundreds of homes were damaged when a 4.3 magnitude tremor hit Folkestone in 2007 Hundreds of homes in Folkestone were damaged by a 4.3 magnitude tremor which struck parts of Kent in 2007. More than 70 buildings were so dangerous residents could not return to them because of loose chimney stacks, tiles and masonry. Source: BBC
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Ada Colau, Barcelona’s ‘Indignada’ protest homes mayor a day in 2014 from inhabitants who A career spent pounding the streets in anti-
austerity campaigns has brought Ada Colau close to leading one of Spain’s most powerful and most visited cities, Barcelona. The 41-year-old activist made her name campaigning on poor families’ doorsteps to protect them from eviction during Spain’s recent economic crisis. On Sunday she won the most votes in a municipal election, but faces a tricky job over coming days forging a coalition among a mixture of small rival parties who could unite to block her. If she pulls it off, she could become the first of the new generation of “Indignado” (“Outraged”) protesters elected to a major public office - and the first woman mayor of the city. Such a victory would take Colau inside the corridors of power that have so often been the target of her campaigns. She ran for mayor at the head of Barcelona En Comu (Barcelona In Common), an alliance of grassroots groups including members of the left-wing party Podemos. Opponents have branded her a mere populist or a dangerous radical and slammed her lack of experience. But on Sunday more than 176,000 people voted for her. “It is good for new people to get in, but they are very inexperienced and idealistic,” one voter in Barcelona on Sunday, Juli Montero, 54, said of Colau’s party. Another voter, Jordi Martinez, 36, said however that Colau’s “lack of experience could be a good thing, a breath of fresh air in politics”. Colau told AFP ahead of the elections that she wanted to make Barcelona “the spearhead of democratic change in Spain and southern Europe”. Having risen to prominence as leader of the Platform for Mortgage Victims, Colau vowed her first measures if elected would be to defend poor families. Authorities seized 95
defaulted on their mortgage payments, according to official data. On top of that were countless other families evicted for defaulting on rent or for occupying vacant properties. Colau proposes to turn empty homes into social housing, set a minimum monthly wage of €600 ($670) and make utility companies lower the price of gas, water and electricity. . Colau makes a point of travelling by public transport and has promised to reduce the use of official cars as mayor. She has vowed to limit mayors to two terms in office. Colau studied philosophy but dropped out of university to work so she could help her family. She worked in a series of low-paid jobs before joining a social research institute in 2007. She says she has never earned more than €1,500 a month. The fourth daughter of a graphic designer father and a sales representative mother, she was born on March 3rd, 1974 on the same day that the last prisoner of the Franco dictatorship, a Catalan activist, was executed. “My mother reminds me of that every birthday,” she said. “That marked me in my commitment to fighting for social change.” Her mother took Colau to her first protest demonstration at the age of five - the start of a lifelong habit. She was active in student unions, anti-globalisation protests, demonstrations against the Iraq war and especially the campaign for housing rights Her anti-eviction group claims to have prevented more than 1,000 evictions. It made Colau enemies in the governing Popular Party, one of whose members branded her a terrorist. But it also earned her and the platform the European Parliament’s European Citizens’ Prize in 2013.
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HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO PAY INHERITANCE TAX AND HOW CAN I PAY IT IF OUR ACCOUNTS ARE FROZEN? In Spain you have six months from the date of death to pay the inheritance tax or present the forms claiming tax exemption. You can request an extension for a further six months, but you need to request it within the first five months since the date of death, with an indication of certain details in relation to the estate, like approx. value etc. You have to present the request of the extension at the Agencia Tributaria (national tax office) if the beneficiary is a non- resident and at the Tax office corresponding to the regional government when the beneficiary is a resident. (If Mojacar or Marbella to the Junta de Andalucia who have local offices.) If some beneficiaries are resident and others non resident
you need to present the request to both. Normally the tax office does not respond to the petition which means it has been granted. We always recommend copying the petition with the tax office stamp into the deed of acceptance. In any case regarding the freezing of the account it is fair to say that most Spanish banks will accept to allow direct debits to continue to be paid. We have never come across a local bank in Mojacar which has not accepted to do this. Also please take into account that the general rule of freezing the account has exceptions: 1. You can always use the frozen account to make payment of inheritance tax. 2. You can always use the frozen account to make payment of the funeral expenses.
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PP losses at municipal, regional polls mark a swing to the left in Spain
The party will be forced to pact with Ciudadanos if it is to hold onto power in the regions. Emerging parties likely to secure historic victories in Barcelona and Madrid mayoral races The huge amount of local power that the conservative Popular Party (PP) won at the previous elections was seriously eroded at Sunday’s regional and municipal elections, in which 13 regions, the exclaves of Ceuta and Melilla and a total of 8,119 local councils were up for grabs. The PP, which has been in central government since 2011, lost its regional majorities thanks to Sunday’s vote (four full majorities, and a further three were it governed in a minority), but the party is keen to point out that it is still the mostvoted force in Spain, garnering 27% of the polls.
Podemos has managed to take away the PSOE’s ability to take advantage of the PP’s decline. The PP’s ability to govern in three regions will now depend on reaching pacts with emerging center-right group Ciudadanos. What’s more, Ahora Madrid candidate Manuela Carmena – who ran in the Madrid mayoral race with the backing of anti-austerity group Podemos – and Ada Colau – a former anti-eviction activist-turned politician – are likely to be confirmed as mayors of the Spanish and Catalan capital cities, respectively. Pacts between left-wing parties such as Podemos and the Socialist Party (PSOE) will hold the key to future governments, which will likely see the PP kept out of power. The PP is well aware that it will no longer be able to hold on to the power it achieved in the 2011 elections, which saw it win 11 regions and 3,771 municipal councils from a
total of 8,119 (47%). That result was mostly thanks to the electorate’s anger at the PSOE for its tardy reaction to the economic crisis. This time around, however, the political map has changed completely, with emerging groups such as Podemos and Ciudadanos offering what voters have seen as a genuine alternative to the PP-PSOE two-party system, in place since the 1980s when Spain returned to democracy. Four years ago the PP was 10 points ahead of the PSOE in terms of total votes, but Sunday saw that advantage down to just two points. That takes the country back to the previous decade, when there was barely any difference between the major parties. The difference in 2015, of course, is that the share of votes for both has also been reduced. In the 2011 elections the PP and the PSOE accounted for 65% of the vote. That figure has now fallen to 52%. The PP has lost 2.5 million votes, while the PSOE’s support has fallen by 700,000. Each of the main parties is seen as the alternative to the other – the emerging parties, meanwhile, called on voters to throw both out of power. Podemos and Ciudadanos have managed to upset the two-party system, even though they still lag way behind in terms of the percentage of the vote. Podemos did not present candidates using the party name so it is hard to pin down a figure, but Ciudadanos managed to establish itself as the third party, with 7% of the votes. Podemos has managed to take away the PSOE’s ability to take advantage of the decline of the PP and has left the Socialists in a position where they depend on other groups to govern – only in the Asturias region did they emerge victorious. In Madrid, meanwhile, Manuela Carmena,
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Unnamed art world sources have told the New York Post that the mystery buyer of Pablo Picasso’s Les Femme d’Algers (Version “O”) is the former Qatari Prime Minister Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani. Al Thani bought the piece for $179.4 million on May 11 in a record setting purchase of the most expensive work ever sold at an auction Pablo Picasso, Les Femme d’Algers (Version “O”), 1955. COURTESY CHRISTIE’S
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As a new exhibition reveals, the process of disseminating information via flyers is equal parts design and technique.
graphic elements,” Lupton said. The exhibit’s curators came up with the 14 principles after studying the entire body of work at their disposal. The concepts aren’t exactly universal, but they encapsulate a broad range of methods for approaching a design problem, Lupton said. One example she points to are diagonals. Victorian-era posters largely used centered type, which dragged down the overall layout. Then modern designers made a simple, but surprisingly effective change, using diagonal lines and compositions to create depth, motion, and direct the viewer’s eyes. A Spanish Civil War poster, for example, designed by José Bardasano Baos features a giant glass of water canted at a diagonal. (The poster promotes the democratically When most museums put on poster exhibits, they elected government's success tend to walk viewers through the histories of different in improving public hygiene in artistic styles, ranging from Art Nouveau to Bauhaus. Spain.) “This poster would be So when the Smithsonian’s newly renovated and re- so boring if the glass were straight instead of angled, energized Cooper Hewitt Design Museum in New so I made an animated gif to demonstrate this simple York took stock of its hefty collection of 3,000 rarely transformation,” Lupton explained. “Of course, any seen posters, it wanted to create a display that would physics-minded viewer will notice that the water in the angled glass should be parallel with the ground explore the works as more than just ink on paper. The museum’s veteran senior curator of contemporary design, Ellen Lupton, aimed to host a non-traditional but accessible exhibition explaining the principles of visual communications that designers use to create posters in the first place. How Posters Work is gem of a show that gives visitors an opportunity to learn the logic behind the format. The exhibit is organized Armed with a pack of removable vinyl stickers, the around 14 key concepts, prompting visitors to consider French painter and sculptor prowls city streets at why some images grab their viewers’ attention while night looking for road signs to modify. Some local others are forgettable. governments love him and collaborated with him for “Posters are the only genre of graphic design that is International Women’s Day signs. But his girlfriend has explicitly created to be stuck on a wall,” Lupton told been in an Osaka prison for four months me in an email. “Many people are more comfortable Abraham usually works at night, when he is displaying posters in their own homes or work spaces unlikely to get caught. He props his bicycle against than they are with more formal or serious works of the post, stands on it and applies the stickers art. Posters are part of everyday life, so they feel he has made in advance. “It literally takes 10 approachable and real.” seconds,” he says Among the guidelines laid out in the exhibit is the Abraham usually works at night, when he is unofficial “10-foot rule,” which demands posters must unlikely to get caught. He props his bicycle against be legible from at least 10 feet away. Lupton pointed to the post, stands on it and applies the stickers Ivan Chermayeff’s 1977 poster, which features dozens he has made in advance. “It literally takes 10 of luggage tags collected from different airports. From seconds,” he says a distance, the large initials on each tag instantly convey a global urban experience—BRU, OSL, SAO, TYO. Up close, the tags have all the technical detail “I don’t damage the signs – because I use and complexity required for tracking luggage. “The stickers – but I wake up attention and I create a rich texture of many posters comes from the printing dialogue,” he says. process or from building up complex forms out of tiny
plane. The designer created dynamism in the poster but ignored the laws of gravity!” Digging through the Cooper Hewitt’s collection, Lupton discovered lost treasures, like a pair of World War II posters published by the U.S. Office of War Information. Both posters sought to discourage soldiers and civilians from idle talk about troop movements, because such chatter could fall into enemy hands and cause Allied ships to sink. One poster offers a more detailed narrative of a sinking ship, while the other uses a single, striking image of a sailor about to drown, with just the headline “Someone talked!” It’s works like these that prove the value of posters in a design context—but that also crystallize the format’s place in the history of commercial, political, and public life. http://www.theatlantic.com
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A short drive inland through the mountain ranges of the Cierra de las Estancias and the Sierra de los Filabres brings you to numerous charming villages and towns, enveloped in stunning countryside of olive groves, citrus orchards and dramatic hills and valleys. One such town is Albox, situated in the heart of the Almanzora Valley, situated 420m above sea level and approximately 130km from the provincial capital of Almeria. History: The name derives from the Arabic word for forest and sounds similar to the Spanish term for forest ‘el bosque’. The origens of Albox date back to Medieval times when the ancient fort town was located on a hill nearby to its current location. In 1503 it was completely destroyed by an earthquake and most of its historical buildings were lost. The town was reconstructed from scratch in its current location. Facilities: Albox is a traditional white-washed Spanish market town with a population of around 11,000 inhabitants, of which a small percentage are foreign ex-pat residents. The town has all the facilities and service one would expect from a modern small town: shops, banks, post office, restaurants, bars, schools and a 24 hour medical centre. The nearest major hospital is in Huercal Overa, approximately 21km away. The name derives from the Arabic word for forest and sounds similar to the Spanish term for forest ‘el bosque’. Market Town: A large market is held every Tuesday morning and a smaller market on Saturday mornings. On market days the neighbouring streets are shut off to traffic and stalls open up selling fresh fruit, vegetables and bread. Jamons (cured ham on the bone) can be found hanging from stalls and shop windows; dozens of varieties of queso (cheese), chorizo (cured sausage) and many more delicacies are on show. The market is extensive, with street upon street, a myriad of noise, colour and smells. In fact you can find just about anything in the Albox market.
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Home & Garden Using Wall Mirrors to Decorate Your Home
area (above a hall console or table in a corner). Be sure your mirror reflects something interesting.
Mirror, mirror on the wall . . . Reflective glass can be decorating magic for one and all! Wall mirrors serve as looking glasses, double the view they reflect, and add sparkle. Perhaps best of all, mirrors make spaces seem larger, a real bonus for a too-small room.
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Selecting framed mirrors that echo the shape of other furniture is always a safe bet. In a dining room with round- or shield-back chairs, for example, a round mirror above the mantel is a subtle unifying element. Mirror frames come in every conceivable furniture style and period, including such favorites as Chippendale, Federal, the Louises, and Contemporary, so matching mirror and furniture style is easy. But using a large Contemporary mirror to add an eclectic note to a Place a mirror Traditional scheme, for example, is perfectly acceptable. where you want to see your own For the non-traditionalist, you can find many fabulous reflection (an ethnic, whimsical, and purely creative styles — or entry hall), reflect whip up your own. For example, take two white-birch an interesting branches, cross them at the bottom (attaching them view (opposite a with glue and tiny nails), round them gently around a window), create a round mirror glued onto a plywood circle, then cross strong focal point them at the top (with some leaves attached) and (above a mantel), secured them. The branches would make a delightful or light up a dark frame for a mirror in a summer cottage's entry hall.
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There are some delightful natural areas just a short drive from Roquetas. The Cabo de Gata Natural Park is less than one hour's drive from Roquetas. The cape itself is visible across the bay and beyond that there are the unspoilt beaches and unique wildlife of the protected coastal reserve. It is also only an hour's drive to the Alpujarras - that delightful area of picturesque white villages that cling to the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada. It is but half an hour's journey if one accepts that the mountain village of Enix is, in fact, part of that delightful region made famous by writers Gerald
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Friday 15th May 2015 saw a record turnout for the Friday Tapas Group in Roquetas De Mar. A total of 24 turned up for the weekly gathering, w h i c h included a few holidaymakers, who joined the regulars at Chaplin’s International Sports Bar in the Urb. Many past residents, family of residents and holidaymakers often drop-in and join the regulars, when they visit the area. This coming August, the group will celebrate their 500th meeting since the FTG started all those years ago. It is hoped to do something special to mark the occasion, so watch this space!
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Inequality between rich and poor has hit record highs, OECD warns
In Spain, 18% of the population lives below poverty line, twice as many as before the crisis Inequality between the rich and the poor has reached its highest level in certain countries since the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) began keeping records 30 years ago. The crisis has widened this gap in economies such as Spain’s, due to, among other factors, higher taxation and social spending cuts. A new report entitled In It Together: Why Less Inequality Benefits All shows that “wealth is even more concentrated at the top than income, exacerbating the overall disadvantage of low-income households.” The study is based on data from the 34 countries that make up the OECD, which is an international economic organization aimed at stimulating economic progress and world trade. Among the 34 members are 21 of the 28 European Union states, as well as the US, Mexico, Japan, Australia and South Korea. In Spain, household income dropped an average annual 3.5% between 2007 and 2011, similar to Ireland and Iceland “In 2012, the bottom 40% owned only 3% of total household wealth in the 18 OECD countries with comparable data. By contrast, the top 10% controlled half of all
IMF calls on Spain to raise VAT and lower corporate taxes Over 27% of Spanish population at risk of poverty or social exclusion Three million in extreme poverty Meanwhile, the bottom 10% of poor Spanish homes lost average annual income of 13% over the same period, while the 10% wealthiest only lost 1.5%. Pre-tax inequality levels had been stable before the crisis, but soared with the economic downturn and continue to grow despite a slight recovery, says the OECD. This is because of high jobless rates and tax adjustments that have affected unemployment benefits, education and investment. This trend is visible in Spain, Greece and Ireland. In Spain, there have been additional measures adding to this growing inequality. Fiscal consolidation raised taxes on income and spending (in 2011 and 2013), while social cuts in 2013 affected the lower earners. Fiscal consolidation raised taxes on income and spending in Spain, while social cuts have affected the lower earners A rise in temporary jobs and wage differences between men and women also played a role. In this case, the worst performers are Germany, Mexico and Spain.
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By 1970 America was bombing the trail with 200 aircraft a day. The NVA responded by adding more anti aircraft guns until 1500 were stationed along the route. The American C-130 Spectre gunship was used on night time raids and accounted for over half of the 4000 lorries destroyed that year. It wasn’t until 1972 when Russian made Sam-7 missiles protected the convoys that things got tougher for the Americans. In neighbouring Cambodia there was a military coup with alleged CIA involvement; there was a strong anti communist fervour in Cambodia and suddenly the NVA lost the use of the Cambodian port of Sihanoukville which was close to the Vietnamese border. In response the NVA took over a large part of Laos called the Bolaven Plateau bordering Vietnam. They built new roads including one 1000km long to the south of Laos. The NVA now were fighting to keep parts of Cambodia for its supply routes. By increasing the amount of Laos they operated in; the 50km wide network of trails suddenly was 150 km wide. Abandoned American bases were taken over. After the propaganda success in 1968 of the Tet offensive, America had been steadily withdrawing its forces; instead training and supplying the South Vietnamese military (ARVN). A process they called Vietnamization. In 1971 an invasion force 20,000 strong of ARVN soldiers crossed into Laos to attack the trail and its main supply hub at Tchepone. With
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American air support all went well at first until the NVA government in Hanoi made the decision to defend their territory; within days they had 60,000 troops on the counter attack. Instead of their usual guerrilla tactics they used conventional techniques with heavy artillery and large infantry attacks. Anti aircraft guns damaged and destroyed over 700 American/South Vietnamese helicopters so they started to run out of supplies. In the end the Americans launched a huge air attack so that the ARVN could escape back to Vietnam but 10,000 of them were dead or wounded. In 1972 the NVA attacked the northernmost province held by the ARVN using 300 tanks and further attacks gained them more territory but they lost 100’s of thousands of soldiers. By 1973 the Americans had left Vietnam and the two sides were supposed to be negotiating the peace via the Paris Peace Accords. Both sides violated the agreements and the Americans also secretly resupplied the ARVN in the south. The trail was now extended from Laos into
Vietnam itself – firstly a 2 lane road and by 1974 It was a paved dual carriageway along with a 4 line fuel pipeline that ended just north of Saigon (modern day Ho Chi Minh City.) The North Vietnamese finally put an end to the war by invading Saigon in April 29th 1975. The Americans launched the largest ever air evacuation; their military personnel, civilians and any South Vietnamese that were lucky enough to get the correct paperwork. It started as an aircraft evacuation until a South Vietnamese pilot defected and bombed the last intact runway. (His plane is in the Ho Chi Minh museum.) The evacuation was instead done by helicopter and ended up a rout. From the American Embassy alone, over 2000 were flown out. The North Vietnamese didn’t fire on any evacuating aircraft. On April 30th Saigon fell and the Ho Chi Minh Trail had served its purpose!
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Sheridan Smith is 'overcome with emotion' as she is honoured with an OBE by Prince William... and reveals the royal is an unlikely fan of Gavin and Stacey Sheridan Smith was awarded an serious dramas. OBE by Prince William on Thursday Looking lovely in dot patterned dress as she afternoon. revealed that she was The talented actress was honoured overcome with emotion for her celebrated career which has during the Buckingham seen her become a household name Palace ceremony. thanks to her roles in successful W e l l TV sitcoms, West End musicals and done: When it's your big day at Buckingham Palace you want to stand out.
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And there's no better way than hiking yourself up on some killer heels. They not only add length to legs but they also give you that added confidence you need when facing Prince William. Sheridan Smith knows the power of a skyscraper shoe and stepped out today wearing these rather fabulous platforms by Richard Braqo. This Ghana born, London based designer is one to watch. With celebrity fans including Rihanna and features in high end glossies like Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire and Elle, we're sure we'll be seeing more of his glamorous creations on our favourite fashionable feet soon. Sheridan's very sexy shoes have a spike heel and thick platform sole but in romantic velvet they retain an element of feminine allure. Unfortunately they can't be bought online but click (right) to take a look at the latest collections and to find out where the label is stocked. Or recreate her look with our edit below. New Look, Asos and Boohoo are your first ports of call. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk
Jeremy Clarkson: 'Top Gear exit was my own silly fault'
The broadcaster was speaking to BBC Radio 2's Chris Evans in his first interview since losing his job over a "fracas" with a producer. He said leaving the show had "left a huge hole" in his life "that needs to be filled". Clarkson admitted he had taken phone calls from broadcasters who wanted to poach the Top Gear team but said: "I'd be a fool to jump into something." "I have been at the BBC for 27 years. When you emerge after 27 years, you find the world is changed. "When you learn how the world works, you can start to work out what to do," he continued. "In the meantime I'm getting really good at tennis. My forehand has improved immeasurably." Jump media playerMedia player helpOut of media player. Press enter to return or tab to continue. http://www.bbc.com/
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THE ONLY PROPERTY SUPPLEMENT ON THE COSTAS!!!! LOOKING TO BUY OR RENT? FIND YOUR DREAM HOME INSIDE! Notary stats for March
Spanish residential property sales figures improve but prices keep sliding The latest statistical bulletin issued by the body representing Spain’s notaries reports that during the month of March a total of 34,736 residential properties were sold, making it one of the most active months in recent [Image: Notary stats for March: Spanish property market provides contrasting statistics] years. This figure is 12.3% higher than in the same month last year, despite the national statistics unit having reported only 2.1% more sales in the month of March. This is because the two sets of figures are out of synch with each other: the notaries report sales signed during the month, whereas the central statistics unit bases its figures on the sales and purchases registered: this often happens a couple of months after the sale is actually made and signed before a notary. In other words, it is likely that the central statistics unit’s figures will show a significant year-on-year improvement during April and May, if the notaries’ data are reflected over this period. At the same time the importance of the new-build market continues to decrease: the figures show a 32.6% contraction of this sector over the last year, while there were 19.8% more transactions completed in the second hand market than in March 2014. The number of mortgage loans signed is also reported to be on the way up, with a total of 14,755 representing an increase of 27.6% compared to March last year. The average loan capital rose by just 0.5% to 118,587€ The good news for the market is tempered, though, by the notaries also reporting that the average price of the properties changing hands in March was 7.5% lower than in the same month last year. Most of this was due to a 14.6% decrease in the average price per square metre of new-build apartments, while a fall of only 3.7% was noted in the second hand market. Detached house prices are reported to have dropped by 10.2% over the last twelve months. This is the most significant decrease they have reported for some time, and average prices are now reported to have fallen by 36.3% since July 2007. REF: SOL 055 Price: 199.000€
Real estate agents report an increased confidence in Spanish property market
There is a renewed confidence in the Spanish property market with both Spanish and English speaking agents recording an increase in overseas buyers. The latest Spanish property market confidence index from Kyero covering the first quarter of 2015 says that overall 71% of real estate agents feel more confident than they did a year ago and just 4% less confident. The survey also reveals that 30% of English speaking agents see stronger Sterling as being responsible for the most significant shift in the Spanish property market while Spanish agents believe that increased marketing is boosting sales. Some 56% of Spanish speaking agents and 57% of English speaking agents said that sales have increased, 34% and 31% said sales were static and 10% and 12% said sales had fallen. But there was a considerable difference of opinion regarding property prices. Some 49% of English speaking agents said prices have increased, but just 18% of Spanish speaking agents agreed. Indeed, 57% of Spanish agents said prices had remained the same compared to 34% of English speaking agents. A quarter, 25% of Spanish speaking agents said prices had fallen, and 17% of English speaking agents. Both Spanish speaking and English speaking agents reported a rise in buyers from overseas, at 59% and 64% respectively. Some 38% of Spanish speaking agents and 28% of English speaking agents said there was no change while 4% and 8% said there were fewer international buyers. Almeria, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria and Murcia are highlighted as inspiring the most confidence, according to the index which surveyed 160 English speaking and 216 Spanish speaking estate agents
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across Spain. Martin Dell, director of Kyero, said that while the strength of Sterling has played a key role for English speaking agents who have used it to boost interest, Spanish speaking agents have taken a different approach. ‘While English speaking agents in Spain have been able to enjoy more confidence in the market thanks to the pound’s movements, their Spanish peers have been working flat out on their marketing activity in order to achieve the same goal,’ he explained. However, both sets of respondents reported similar figures when it came to buyer confidence, with 20% of English speaking agents feeling that improved buyer confidence had been the most significant change over the past 12 months, compared with 21% of Spanish speaking agents. Source: http://www.propertywire.com/
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Focusing on smaller area to give our clients a better service.
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Huer cal-Over a, La Alfoquia Zur gena & Ta ber no Ar eas. Voss Homes is a local, friendly and professionally run family business and we offer: • 10 years proven track record of selling properties locally • Office in prime location to give clients confidence • Free realistic valuations, we do not over value just to get your property listed • We bring real buyers, not time wasters • Multi-lingual team for multi-national clients • Extensive internet advertising inc Rightmove, A Place In the Time, Kyero etc • Extensive newspaper & magazine advertising • Suggestions on how to help us to sell your property
• Effective working partnerships with other estate agents to increase your chances of selling • Free paperwork checks and advice on updating your deeds. We speak and read Spanish • No sole agency lock-ins • No upfront charges. We get paid when we have done the job • Low commissions for the hard work and quality service provided • Huge amount of Belgian & Dutch etc buyers
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We need new properties for rent and sale!
Los Carasoles - Zurgena (04661) ALMERIA -SPAIN
sold
office: +34 950 43 82 21 / 636 205 070 Spanish Antonio +34 661 90 41 19 opening Times 9:00h to14:00h
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villa in cucador
For total peace of mind leave your property management to us, we will handle everything for you.
230,000€
New Horizon Villas also provides the following services: All types of building work reforms, plumbing, electricity, painting & excavation works. Estimates at no cost!
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villa in llanos del peral
129,000€
FOR rent
FOR rent Villa in alfoquia 350€ monthly
cortijo in velez rubio 350€ monthly
FOR rent
FOR rent
2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, fireplace,
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully furnished,
fully fitted kitchen, porch and terrace. Very
fitted kitchen, porch, terrace and fenced
close to all amenities. Spectacular views.
garden. Next to all amenities.
Large Cortijo recently reformed with fitted kitchen and fireplace. There are 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 2 terraces, garage and barbecue. Spectacular views
4House bed, 3with bath,4 3bedrooms, spacious terraces, covered 1 bathroom, fitted porch, patio, garage, 200 square meters kitchen, fireplace, fully furnished and air approximately of land, and just a short conditioning. Near to all amenities walking distance to village the beach.
villa in almanzora (albox) 350€ monthly
calida homes
house in Alfoquia 200€ monthly
calida homes The Name You Can Trust Established In Arboleas since 2000 Now in new premises, Avenida Andalusia, Arboleas (the old Sofia's gym)
BOTH FULLY LEGAL AND CHARACTER PROPERTIES WANTED URGENTLY Not sure if your property has all the correct paperwork required to sell and meets current legislation ? Make an appointment at our free property clinic on Wednesdays and Thursdays Why choose us ? Pro active, professional agents with over 15 years experience in the area • We do more than any other local agent to get your property sold • Extensive web and media marketing • Free videos of your property • Annual promotion of the area and properties at Belgian and Dutch property exhibitions • Competitive commission rates
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VISIT ALMERIA CITY
In the centre of the city is La Rambla, Avenide de Frederico Garcia Lorca, a long tree lined avenue that leads down to the port and beaches, it has a vibrant and modern feel with bustling street cafes, tempting shops, feature water fountains, and play areas for children. With easy access from the motorway there is plenty of underground parking. Close by is Paseo de Almeria, the main road for serious shoppers, with its neighbouring streets packed with appealing little boutiques. Avenida del Mediterraneo, runs right through the city centre and is home to the Mediterraneo shopping complex. Hotels are readily signposted, as are the convenient train and bus stations. Not without its traditional bullring, the Plaza de Toros de Almeria dates back to 1888 and has a capacity for over 9,000 spectators. A huge iron railway bridge, Cables Ingles, constructed by a British mining company in the early 20th century, dominates the landscape at one end of the port, part of the industrial heritage of the city, from the mining era of Almeria, it is now being restored to be promoted as a tourist
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attraction. The ferry terminal by the port offers trips across the Mediterranean sea to North Africa, and the Parque de Nicolas Salmeron, a narrow strip of approximately one kilometre in length, situated between the port and the city streets, provides green areas and shaded seating. The Barrio de la Chanca, the cave quarter, is part of the old town, and has been depicted in many artistic impressions. There are still some families living in the colourful cave like dwellings which are part built into the rocks of the hillside on which the Alcazaba stands. The tourist train, which runs at the weekend, takes a route through the old quarter and port area, offering a relaxing way to see the city sights. The starting point for the train is at Plaza de Emilio Perez and the timetable is available from the Almeria Turismo website. Located in the heart of the Old Quarter, on the site of a former Arabic souk, the Aire de Almeria has recovered an ancient Arabic baths and restored an ancient tradition. A testimony to the Muslim presence that enriched the cultural
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and social heritage of Almeria city, here, in luxurious surroundings it is possible to indulge ones self in the custom of Arabic bathing, incorporating the ritual of moderate, warm and cold immersions to cleanse the mind and body. A trip to the city would not be complete without experiencing its nightlife and local cuisine. The restaurants and bars in the centre of town are located between Paseo de Almeria and La Rambla and the area is noted for it excellent seafood and tapas. Almeria City commemorates many fiestas, having religious or historical connotations they are celebrated round the clock with passion and enthusiasm, such momentous local occasions where everyone is made welcome. The Almeria Turismo website provides details and dates of the Almeria city fiestas. The beaches of Almeria city, located east of the port area, are deserving of and detailed in a separate page. While the fabulous city beaches are obviously the most convenient there are some lovely rural beaches away from the city bustle that are within easy reach.
www.immo-carlos.com email: info@immo-carlos.com Address: La Plaza Nueva, No 10, Albox (Opposite the Donkey Statue)
Office: 950 102 191 • Carlos: 648 505 938 • Gavin: 671 293 942 LIMARIA
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SOL IN M D AY
3 bed, 2 bath, private pool.
159.950€ ARBOLEAS 3 bed, 2 bath private pool.
169.950€
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ALBOX 3 bed, 2 bath garage and private pool.
165.000€ ARBOLEAS 3 bed, 2 bath private pool.
165.000€
SOL IN A D PRI L
UN D OFF ER ER
LIMARIA 3 bed, 2 bath private pool.
175.000€ LIMARIA 3 bed, 2 bath private pool & garage.
225.000€
Properties Urgently needed in all areas
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www.espanarural.com Avenida 28 de Febrero 34, Albox 04800- Almeria. We are now on the A334 road coming into Albox on the left hand side between the Grand Sport Shop and the Heaven Cafe/Bar. Villa de Piedra - ESP2079
109,000€
Urban land prices have dropped by more than 45% since their maximum values, but in 2014 registered an increase of 5.2% at a national level, which reinforces the theory of stabilisation in the market. This improvement, observed mainly in the areas of increased activity such as Andalucía, Madrid, Catalonia, Galicia and the Basque Country, has also resulted in an increase in transactions. Thus, during the 2014 fiscal year, the number of sales transactions amounted to a total of 15,900 (9.2% more than in 2013), according to data provided by the Ministry of Public
•Beautifully designed Villa in an excellent condition
•Detached three bed, two bath with garage
•2 bed 2 bathroom property
•Ideal location and access road
Works.
•Has a large plot fully establish
•Beautifully established gardens and pool
Results of a study prepared by BBVA Research show that the rest of the market indicators are also being affected positively by the rhythm that marks the fundamentals of demand, with renewed access to credit on attractive terms after years of restrictions driving activity in the mortgage market, encouraged by the fixed interest rates and the forecast that the Euribor will continue to fall. Thus, according to El Mundo, the granting of mortgages for the purchase of a home increased by 19% in February compared with the previous year.
•Sold with a jacuzzi and furniture negotiable
•All mains connected
Good prospects also surround the construction sector, with the statistics once again showing an increase in cement consumption – volume increased in March by 8.2% year-on-year – as well as in the number of licences issued for the construction of new homes, which broke a negative seven year streak at the end of 2014 Source: keyero
Your Belgian estate agent at the coast ! PROPERTY OF THE WEEK API-VO187 VERA PLAYA
144,000€
A villa in the Arboleas area
A villa in the Cantoria area
Recent real estate statistics show that the market recovery in Spain is on track. The incipient recovery, already acknowledged by some experts in the sector, is now beginning to leave its mark on the employment data (construction is one of the sectors where unemployment has fallen most), the consumption of construction materials, the granting of mortgages and, above all, the urban land market.
Villa Sylvia - ESP 2480
Casa Manola - ESP 2414
A village house in the Sufli area
29,000€
Villa la Varanda - ESP2490
110,000€
A villa in the Cantoria area
•Traditional style habitable Village house
•3 double bed 2 bathroom Villa
•Walking distance to all the amenities
•Excellent location and views
•Patio and sun terraces with views
•Will be sold ready to move in
•Good access and mains connected
•Mains will be connected & pool
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• 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms • West facing terrace • Completely furnished & aircon • Covered parking space • Outdoor & Indoor pool – Paddel court
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fully equipped mobile home on secure site with bowling green, bar/restauarant, supermarket, swimming pool. Top entertainment on a Saturday evening.
Sunday carvery 1.00 - 4.00 pm fish and chips all day friday.
Why not book for one of our Special weekend breaks to" try before you buy!" from 95€ inc Saturday entertainment & Sunday carvery
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COMPLETE HOLIDAY HOLIDAY CARE CARE COMPLETE MOJACAR PLAYA
RENTALS - SALES -MANAGEMENT - MAINTENANCE
We urgently need more properties for sale & rental for waiting clients
Ref. FM/RW – Lovely 2 bedroom/1 bath, furnished duplex, solarium, 3 pools, a/c, near shops, bars and beach (400m). VERA PLAYA reduced €79,950
Ref: SO/PP - Beautiful det villa, 4 bed, 3 bath, pool & sun terr, peaceful village near Mojacar. SOPALMO reduced €268,950
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ref: PB/RH -Fantastic 4 beds triplex, sea views, private gardens, 4/5 pools/gardens next to beach, solarium, private parking, basement, a/c, furn
Ref: GV/EB Perfectly located, furn, 1 bed 1st floor apart, a/c, pool, UKTV, parking, 50 metres from beach
MOJACAR reduced €69,950
Paseo del Mediterraneo 19, Mojacar Playa, Almeria (near the Hotel Best Indalo)
Antas
Mojácar
129,000€
125,000€
LV582
LV602
5 bed, 3 bath, townhouse & annexe of 162 m2 + roof terrace & courtyard. In walking distance of all amenities & 10 minutes drive to local beaches.
VERAPLAYA €179,950
Tel: 950 478 612 / 610 808 631
May 2015
2 bed, 1.5 bath, townhouse of 81m2 + 28m2 terraces in a complex just 400 metres from the beach. Private garden, parking, community gardens & pool.
La Huerta
La Huerta
(Antas)
(Antas)
179,500€
105,000€
SDV701
LV681
2 bed, 2 bath, house of 89m2 + independent 1 bed, 1 bath annex of 41m2. Easy maintenance terraces & gardens. Private pool.
3 properties for the price of 1! 3 separate, linked, houses with a minimum of 8 bedrooms. 1 property is for renovation but all are well maintained & in a habitable condition.
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Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6pm We are able to organise Energy Efficiency Certificates at very competitive prices Contact us for more details All properties listed with Price Brown comply with the consumer protection act - decreto 218/2005 11 Octobre (Andalucia).
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CHARMING APARTMENT IN LA PARATA
99,000€
Very reasonably priced 2 bed / 2 bath ground floor apartment at the end of a small complex of just 8 properties set on an established community on La Parata area of Mojácar Playa The property is being sold fully furnished as per inventory and is ideal for those looking for a property that offers the tranquil setting of La Parata yet a very short drive to the sea
front, the promenade and all servicies and amenities that Mojacar Playa has to offer. The property has an entrance hallway, 2 double bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, a fully fitted kitchen and a good sized dining and living room with a wood burner and double doors leading to a terrace. Urbanization with no community fees.
All in all a very desirable property set in a well sought after location with local facilities such as restaurant, swimming pool and tennis court. For more information or to book a viewing appointment please visit our office or contact us via phone or e-mail. Ref: 1634
Paseo del Mediterraneo 197 - Mojacar - Almeria
Tel: 950 472 430 / 610 053 563
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REF ANT5A01 PRICE €124,950
REF TAB2V01 PRICE €109,950
REF ARB3VT16 PRICE €169,000
REF ARB3VC21 PRICE €172,500
This is a 5 bed 1.5 bath penthouse apartment of the main high street in Antas. A huge 126m2 with a large front terrace, communal roof terrace and superb views. Includes air-con, fully fitted kitchen, sat TV and a perfect location for daily living.
A 2 bed 2 bath villa located very close to Taberno with great views, plunge pool, bar area, presented to perfection, walking distance to amenities and just reduced in price. Immaculate home and a must view!
A large 3 bed 3 bath detached villa on the outskirts of Arboleas with stunning mountain views, garage/ workshop, private 9m x 4m pool, established gardens, covered porch, full air-con and fully fitted kitchen with white goods.
3 bed 3 bath detached villa in Arboleas with 120m2 build & 681m2 plot, 9m x 4m private pool, large store, covered terrace, long double car port, superb elevated views with an end of cul-de-sac aspect. A beautiful home and close to the village.
REF BLA3V02 PRICE €139,950
REF PAL2AFC03 PRICE €79,950
REF ARB3VCH07 PRICE €225,000
REF LUC2T02 PRICE €54,950
Recently reduced this 3 bed 2 bath detached property is located in Velez Blanco with fantastic views, central heating, private pool, mature orchards and a quiet peaceful rural setting. A bargain at this new price.
2 bed 2 bath penthouse apartment very close to Palomares village centre and beach. Air-con, terraces, roof terrace, sea views, walking distance to amenities, communal pool, underground parking & store and furniture negotiable.
3 bed 2 bath detached villa near Arboleas village with a huge 1974m2 plot, 161m2 build with detached garage, long covered porch, Florida lifestyle enclosure, warm air central heating, 14m x 5m private pool, tower feature design and so much more. A majestic home!
2 bed 2 bath village house in the centre of the beautiful Lucainena de las Torres. Located superbly this traditional village home is a short walk from all amenities including the village pool. With terraces, great views, log burner, ceiling fans and fitted kitchen.
REF CGR2T03 PRICE €89,000
REF ARB3VT17 PRICE €169,000
REF VAL3VT01 PRICE €324,950
REF HUE3VES01 Price €149,500
2 bed 2 bath village house in Cortijo Grande, Turre. A beautiful home and well presented with breath taking views. The property offers terraces from the lounge & master bedroom, 80m2 build size, walking distance to bar / restaurant, 15 minutes to the beach. Fully furnished subject to negotiation.
3 bed 3 bath detached villa just outside Arboleas village centre. 131m2 build and a 639m2 plot with commanding views, private pool, casita storeroom, electric double gates, covered porch, full air-con, 2 en-suites and so much more, a beautiful home!
Stunning 3 bed 4 bath detached villa on Valle del Este with 9m x 4m private pool, double garage, 700m2 plot & 190m2 build size, full aircon, open fire place, roof terrace etc. Striking views and an ultra-modern finish inside. A luxury home with a wow!
3 bed 2 bath immaculate detached villa with a central location very near the town, large terraces, established garden and views over the mountains. Also includes large lifestyle fly free enclosures, a fully fitted kitchen, air-con, lock up store and furniture negotiable. A bargain for this area and an extremely high quality finish
jafkflsFor more information, property viewings or no obligation valuations please call 950 469 592 mobile 697 640 681 email info@colespain.com or go to www.colespain.com
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Step 1 – Remove excess food One of your barbecue's biggest enemies is food that gets stuck to the surface and forgotten about. To combat this, when you've finished cooking, brush the large pieces of food off the surface, then turn the burners to high with the hood open for five minutes. Step 2 – Clear out the gas Clear any excess gas out of your barbeque hose, to protect the barbecue and avoid any unexpected flare ups, by turning the gas cylinder off before you switch off the burners. Step 3 – Wash it down If you don't expect to use your barbecue for a little while, give it a good wash down once the gas is safely off. Using warm water and a barbeque brush, scrub the cooking surface, grill and hotplates thoroughly. Use a cloth to wipe down the knobs and any surface that has been
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A CHIMNEY OR FLUE NEEDS CLEANING ONCE A YEAR! WHY?
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CHIMNEY FIRE BY REMOVING SOOT AND TAR
FOR PEACE OF MIND BOOK YOUR SWEEP TODAY
now priced to sell 69,995€
A lovely 3 bed, 2 bath 1st floor apartment in Turre with A/C, lift access, fitted kitchen & wonderful mountain views All amenities are within walking distance
tel: 697 887 372
FOR A FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL, CLEAN, SERVICE CALL PAUL ON 617150300 OR 850993057
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610 905 173 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM, pENTHOUSE APARTMENT IN VERA PLAYA ALL MOD CONS, BALCONY & ROOF TERRACE OFFERING FANTASTIC VIEWS
cALL 663 977 230 EMAIL: gedfab@yahoo.com Vera Playa Apartment
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE Fully Registered - From 101€ VAT inc.
♦ BUILDING SURVEYS - Totally independent report outlining any visible defects in accordance with photographic illustrations. ♦ CERTIFIED, LEGAL REPORTS available for litigious cases of building negligence or house damages. ♦ ANTIQUITY CERTIFICATES (pools, garages). ♦ HOME EXTENSIONS & REMODELATIONS considering full analysis of existing energy situation. Architect Daniel Gozález 686 846 624 www.proinspectionreport.co.uk proinspectionreport@gmail.com
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detatched cortijo reduced €125,000
20 mins from mojacar, 4 beds, 2 baths, Open plan living areas, kitchen & diningroom as well as a workshop, courtyard front & back & room for a pool. Mountain views.
649 186 107
or email thunderpaul2003@hotmail.com
O Olive
urgently wanted for our belgian & dutch clients 2/3 bed villas & country properties in huercal-overa, zurgena & La alfoquia
Please contact our office in Huercal-Overa on
0034 950 616 827 or visit our website www.vosshomesspain.com 155a Carretera Estacion, Huercal-Overa, Almeria 04600
Legal adviser - insurance agent Juan Rubio Granados Conveyancing ● vehicle registration & all other Legal requirements ● NIE / Residencia ● Wills Fiscal / Labour & much more C/Balcones Portal 1, 1B 04600 Huercal overa (Almeria)
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Contact: 607 705 085 or 687 938 466 C/Llanos, Bedar (Next to the Miramar Restaurant) Open: Monday-Friday 10.00am-3.30pm
www.olivehouse-es.com This fabulous 3 bed LUBRIN (El Fonte) property has an additional large annex and a very large ruined house on the 2 hectares of land. An incredible buy. 129,950€
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Chairman Mao Tse-tung produced perhaps the most famous ‘Little Red Book’ and its subsequent effects were profound, for good or bad, on the people of the newly formed People’s Republic of China. Loco Paco’s ‘Pequeño Libro Rojo’ may have slightly different effects. It wasn’t Paco’s idea. He didn’t have ideas just a collection of random inconsequential and ridiculous notions which have nothing to do with the real world or any accepted reality. This of course made Paco, if he wanted to pursue such a career of course, the archetypical politician. One wonders at the sanity of anyone even wanting to ask Paco about his thoughts, then to have the courage to sit and listen to them and then to publish the gibberish. It could perhaps be the greatest literary feat of all time or it could send an entire generation running to the psychiatrist’s door. The consequences of allowing the thoughts of someone who is clinically insane, addled and completely barmy such as Paco free reign within a susceptible society are to say the least indeterminate. The book’s production was fraught with problems from day one. A dozen proof readers sought professional help while others regarded Paco as a cult figure and initiated the ‘Church of the Divine Paco’. They worshipped him, ‘Benjy’, his Saharan Dung Beetle and even his imaginary five-foot tall rodent called ‘Bert’. Those associated with the project arrived ashen faced and shaken for their morning’s work. They left dazed, confused and suicidal at
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Work however progressed and ‘El Pequeño Libro Rojo de Loco Paco’ was eventually ready for its launch. Loco Paco, resplendent in Alqueria Unido football shorts, sequined halter necked top and DMS army boots duly arrived for the book signing. Whether Paco was conscious of the occasion is debatable as he scrawled all sorts of inane messages across the fly sheets of his work. He signed whatever name came into his head including Adolf Hitler, Marilyn Monroe and the Dalai Lama. Gems of wisdom for all occasions sprung forth from the publication. Of sport and in particular football came. ‘It is better to equalise before the other side score’. Of holy-wedlock he said. ‘Marriage is like a glorious landscape: a vast empty expanse with little humanity’. Of artificial stimulants he was quoted as saying. ‘The effects of alcohol to sustain, lift the spirits and inspire wisdom are only temporary if one stupidly ceases to drink. So did Paco’s book inspire a generation? You try buying a copy from Amazon.
Black Holes and Holidays
We’ve just come back from an excellent holiday in Portugal. We were away for 8 days, which stretched the Biggs organisational ability to its fullest extent. I have a theory that there is some imbalance in the Universe, some twitch in the fabric of Time, some Cosmic ripple, which manifest itself randomly throughout our lives, but is noticeable specifically around holidays. For instance, normally I can sail through 24 hours with reasonable tranquillity. I get up, sort out the menagerie and get my housework done as well as any other mundane delights, such a shopping, cleaning the pool, or cleaning the car (though that doesn’t happen often) get lunch, tie up all the loose end jobs that didn’t get done in the morning, have a cup of tea, feed the animals again, get supper going, sit down with a glass of wine, eat supper and flop in front of the television to enjoy something that requires no mental or physical exertion on my part. There are days where the job list is exactly the same, yet even though I run round like a ferret on speed only half the jobs get done, and so have to be added to tomorrow’s itinerary. Why? Everything is the same, yet the size of the day seems to have shrunk, and doesn’t fit into its allocated time, much like jeans that have been in the wardrobe for a time, and come out smaller than they were when they were last worn. Holidays, however, have an even greater disruptive influence on the Time continuum. I can creep up on them surreptitiously, packing a few items at a time over a period of days,
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josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk so that they don’t see me coming, but of course, returning from holiday is a different matter – that can not be disguised, it happens all at once! How is it that although my house has been empty, it is dusty, and the floor needs sweeping? Who made the dust? Where did the fluff come from? And why has everything in the garden grown to Triffid proportions? I’ve only been gone for a week, yet everything seems to have put on more growth than it normally would in a month. But more than all that, I took one suitcase; so how come there is so much washing? The machine hasn’t stopped for days! I think the washing conundrum is something to do with Black Holes. If things disappear down them then they must come out somewhere – I think that they come out in my washing machine!
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Cucumber and feta bites with dill and pomegranate FOOD & DRINK... vegetarian
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Spicy chickpea burgers with mango salsa A simple veggie burger with a nice kick of spice. Serve with a zesty mango salsa for a snack that's full of flavour.
Ingredients: 1 cucumber 75g/2½oz feta cheese, drained 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp pomegranate seeds
Ingredients: 400g tin chickpeas in water 2 free-range eggs 2 tsp curry powder 100g/3½oz breadcrumbs 2 tbsp vegetable oil salt and pepper For the mango salsa
Method:
Top, tail and then peel the cucumbe r. Cut into 1.5-2cm/¾in thick slices to give about 16-18 in total. Using a melon baller, small teaspoon or a ¼ teaspoon measuring spoon, scoop out enough of the seeds from the middle to give a cup that has a border about 5mm thick, making sure you don’t go right dow n to the bottom. Arrange them on a large platter and set aside. Break the feta cheese into a small bowl and mash it with a fork until as smooth as possible. Add the dill and season with the pepper (but no salt as feta is already salty), stirring everything together well. Divide the feta cheese mixture between the cucu mber cups. Arrange a little pile of pomegranate seeds on top of each one and serve.
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Drain the chickpeas and tip them into a bowl. Crack in the eggs. Add the curry powder and breadcrumbs, season with salt and pepper, then mash together using a potato masher or fork until you have a rough paste. Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8 small patties. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and cook the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and drain on a plate lined with kitchen paper. In the meantime, stone, peel and dice the mango and put it into a small mixing bowl. Thinly slice the spring onion and add it to the bowl. Add the dried mint and chilli flakes and season with salt and pepper. Preheat the grill to high. Slice the pittas in half and lightly toast them. Serve the burgers with the pittas and salsa.
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This simple, hearty salad is a vegan feast packed with chilli, herbs and spices. It’s also gluten-free and dairy-free.
Black bean and avocado salad Ingredients:
For the dressing 4 tbsp lime juice 7 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3-4 jalapeño peppers (or 1 red chilli), finely chopped, to taste 1 garlic clove, minced pinch ground cumin salt and freshly ground black pepper For the salad 3 x 400g tins cooked black beans, drained large handful chopped fresh
coriander 4 medium tomatoes, chopped into wedges, seeds removed (or 16cherry tomatoes, halved) 1 large red pepper, stalk and seeds removed, sliced into thin strips 1 red onion, thinly sliced 5 spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced (or 1 small red onion, thinly sliced) 200g/7oz fresh watercress, tough stems snipped into half 2 large ripe avocados, skin and seeds removed, cut into cubes
1 mango 1 spring onion half a lime, juice only ½ tsp dried mint pinch chilli flakes To serve 4 wholemeal pittas
Put all of the dressing ingredients in a jam jar, replace the lid and shake until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Add more chilli if desired. For the salad, rinse the black beans under cold running water and drain. Put in a large mixing bowl and pour over half of the dressing. Add the remaining salad ingredients, apart from the watercress and avocado and stir well to combine. To serve, divide the watercress among 4 serving plates. Spoon the salad on top, then cover with the avocado cubes. Drizzle a little more dressing over each portion.
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On Saturday 30 May 2015 at the New Kimrick Restaurant, Mojacar Playa we are privileged to have Peter Meadows as the Speaker telling us of his life, and how it has been used to benefit so many people, over so many years. A full English Breakfast will be served for 6 Euros, including Toast, Orange Juice, Tea or Coffee. The Breakfast Meeting starts at 10.00a.m, and all are welcome. It should be a very interesting and uplifting morning. Booking is necessary for catering purposes. Please contact: David Templeman 950 168349, 661140481, email: info@villas-in-spain.biz
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behaviour by Go, his twin. He promised to take care of me are you?” and “What are you thinking?” and yet I feel afraid. I don’t feel The woman that he adored with “You’d think you mislaid a damn like Nick’s wife. I am something the “brilliant, popping brain, a greedy umbrella!” She unravels lies upon lies to be loaded and unloaded, like a curiosity” for knowledge transforms from a brother she trusted and becomes sofa or a cuckoo clock…tossed into into an abrasive person wanting to hurt scared for both of them. Why would Nick a junkyard, thrown into the river. others. She bore little resemblance to buy so many expensive things, 212,000$ I don’t feel real anymore. I feel I the woman he had happily married. She worth on his credit card and store it in could disappear. the shed behind Go’s house? became the “new, brittle, bitter Amy” after shedding her “pile of skin and soul Every picture tells a story. Whether Nick had told Amy that he couldn’t on the floor.” What happened to the pictorially depicted or intimately written take any more stress. He couldn’t handle Amazing Amy? Of course she wasn’t such as a diary kept by our female one more thing to worry about and was real, she was a character created by her protagonist, there are always (at least) cracking under the pressure. parents for a money-spinning series of two sides to every story and truths So, was Amy right? Was something adventure stories! A symbol, a walking to unravel from the dishonesty and horribly wrong with her husband? ideal. A perfectionist. Desperate to be deceit. In a dysfunctional marriage, Had he shoved her so hard that she flawless. with mismatched relationships the faults had banged her head? Had he shown lie with both parties. Nick and Amy’s The diary also unravels mysteries about absolute disgust in wanting to hurt her so marriage might initially seem blissful Amy’s stalkers, Amy’s “obsessions.” badly that he might have killed her? The with Amy swooning over Nick’s socks We read shocking inserts about Hilary police thought so. So did the American fat with love on their first wedding Handy who wanted to be Amazing public who vilified him. The enquiry soon anniversary before it turns pear-shaped Amy, imitating her and indicating that turned into a witch hunt and before long and oppressive shortly afterwards. she also wanted to replace Amy, even Nick was struggling with his alibis whilst the rest of the world believed him guilty being brazen enough to approach Amy’s Amy was from an affluent background, of the murder of his wife. the “product” of her parents’ wealth mother, Marybeth and informing her: “ based on the Amazing Amy series. I’m going to be your daughter now, I’m A disclosure by a so-called friend Her childhood in fact, every part of her going to kill Amy and be your new Amy.” sends shock waves rocketing with the growing up had been documented and revelation that Amy was pregnant. Nick’s Then there was Desi Collings, so exposed to American society and she real life nightmares come to haunt him: obsessed with Amy. They dated for had a reputation to live up to. She had they were about being wronged, about a year before Amy called off the to be amazing, mediocrity was just not being trapped, a victim of forces beyond relationship. He took an overdose and good enough for this socialite of a New his control. He knows that it is only time was found naked in her bed. A noirish Yorker. She had to be: brilliant, creative, before his arrest and under Missouri law, thriller. So, what did happen to Amy? kind, thoughtful, witty and happy. When facing the death penalty. Why did she want to buy a gun to Amy met Nick she was playing the protect herself from her husband? Was The sinister chant of Nick did you kill girl with style, the Cool Girl. She was she a victim OR a predator? Amy? adds to the eerie Gothic nature pretending to be the kind of woman that creeps like a germ throughout the Nick, on the other hand had been desired by men such as Nick. story. But did he kill her? wiped clean of love, feeling utterly When Amy disappeared from Nick’s destroyed by his nemesis. His parents But what is the truth? I mean the real life on their fifth wedding anniversary had had an unhappy marriage, his father truth? What happened to Amy? Is it a she had concocted a plausible but despised women. Did Nick turn into a Gothic tale of the heroine who makes worrying version of her life in a diary that misogynist just like his father? Was his the wrong choice, selects the wrong was deliberately hidden from sight but wife such a problem that needed to be mate and pays the ultimate price? It eventually discovered by the police. is a chilling tale of possessiveness, dealt with? A bitter voice that needed to “Nick loved a girl who doesn’t exist. rage, brutality and fear which makes be squelched? I was pretending, the way I often did, compelling reading. When Amy disappeared Nick acts in a pretending to have a personality… The Financial Times offered a sound weird fashion, not the way an innocent The way some women change fashion word of advice: Read it and stay single. man should look, far too casual, regularly. I change personalities.” constantly reminded of his bizarre Publisher: Orion Books. 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In my schooldays the Summer Term was always known as ‘Trinity’, which seemed pretty meaningless to me, so full marks to anyone who realises that this title resulted from the fact that the Sunday 8 weeks after Easter, 31st May this year, is known as Trinity Sunday. Great, but what’s it all about? And what difference should this make for ordinary folk? Well, Trinity is the last major festival in the Church year, which starts with Advent; a time when we prepare for the coming of the Messiah, not just in his birth but also for a promised future return. This is followed by celebration of his birth at Christmas and his relevance to, and worship by gentiles (non Jews) at Epiphany. Next, we’ve had Lent where we recall Christ’s temptations as for 40 days he prepared for his brief ministry in Palestine, then Easter, when we remember his suffering, his death and his resurrection, after which he continued to teach and inspire a considerable number of his associates until, at Ascension, just 40 days after Easter, the Bible asserts that he visibly rose to be engulfed by clouds. Then 10 days later, at Pentecost, whilst these same followers were waiting, perhaps in some trepidation, for direction, then suddenly, what could only be described as the
Spirit of God himself came to them, changing them out of all recognition from timid folk, scared of their own shadows to being outspoken, bold and quite literally, inspired. It was as a conclusion to the amazing climax of following the Christian experience from the depths of Christ’s death through Resurrection, Ascension and Pentecost that the festival of Trinity, just a week after Pentecost, was introduced, proclaiming the amazing understanding that God the Father, Jesus, the Son and the Holy Spirit of Pentecost were all in fact representations of the same God. Not three separate Gods, as some might have you believe, but just one, revealed to humanity in all his threedimensional magnificence. No wonder the disciples were ‘blown away’ by this discovery! 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
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Captain’s Day at Valle del este golf society
Captain’s Day at Valle del este golf society was attended by a maximum 36 players and 60 guests for the presentation and BBQ that followed the game. The day went like clockwork with perfect weather for golf and a welcome lunch bag supplied by captain for 2015, Sue Hull. The presentation following the game included thanks to sponsors for the day which included Valle del este golf hotel and spa, Kevin from Liberty seguros, wavelengths albox, Aguilon golf, Lorca golf, la
envia golf. 200€ was collected on the day for the asprodalba charity with more contributions being made into the captain’s jar, which will be emptied at the end of the year. Winner of the Captain’s Trophy with an excellent 41 stableford points was Lawson Langley. Prizes went down to 7th place and there were also 3 special prizes for the ladies. The special prize for nearest the pin on the long par 3 second hole, sponsored by Kevin at Libery Seguros, was won by Patrick Vickery. The BBQ prepared by Valle del este restaurant staff was excellent and was followed by a huge birthday cake for Dick Hull, which everyone tucked into. A good day was had by all...
Marina Phoenix Golf Society Thursday’s team competition was organised Isobel and Les Armfield, as the captain was away on holiday, and it proved to be a real test. Played as individual match play with holes won counting towards the team score. The difficulty was that you had no idea of the team score until everyone had finished. The result was close though as John Geaves, Miriam Staunton, Rhoda Elwick and Liz Meagher finished with 27 to win by one hole from Brian Mayhew, Don Atkins, Peter Warnham and Marie Byrne (26) followed in third by Jarlath Staunton, Margaret Budd, John Lally and Rosalie Fardon. (24). Marina Phoenix played an individual stableford on Monday 11th May which saw John Kavanagh win the gents division on 38 points from Don Atkins (36) and John Lally (35). The ladies division was
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BADGERS GOLF SOCIETY AT MARINA Early showers and a strong breeze led to worries about conditions for Badgers Golf Society at Marina on Wednesday, 20th May. Fortunately the skies cleared, the wind abated and 26 players enjoyed a great day’s golf. Jock Glynn topped the charts with an excellent 38 points, followed by Alan Thomas on 36. Dave Johnson was again on the podium with 35 ponits for third place. Nearest The Pin awards for the par 3’s went to Dave wright on the 2nd, Steve Dodd on the 5th and Dave Johnson on the 17th. The NTP prize for the par 4 12th hole went to Scott Harris who holed a short putt, having driven the green. That outstanding play also earned Scott an extra award for a 2. The other 2 went to Steve Dodd. For our next regular Wednesday fixture on
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Huercal-Overa Draw Play Off First Leg
Last Saturday saw Huercal-Overa CF welcome CD Palencia in the first leg play off for promotion to the Segunda B division. There was a full house at “El Hornillo” to cheer on Los Rojos, the club had arranged for extra seating to be placed on the standing side of the stadium to increase capacity to 1000 seats then another 600 standing made up the 1600 attendance which is the highest this season. The game started of tentatively with both sides feeling out the opposition, the deadlock was broken in the 24th minute when Tomas Campanas fired home and gave the home side the lead to the joy of the local fans. The lead was short lived, as in the 34th minute Xavi More saw the ball past a helpless Paco in the Huercal-Overa net. The visiting side then took the lead in the second half on 73 minutes through Diego Torres (the visitors top scorer with 25 in the regular season), the striker should have been sent off from numerous dreadful challenges, he also looked to strike Mansour in the face but this was missed by the officials.
The party mood that had started an hour before kick off dropped as the visitors were playing out to a 2-1 victory until Los Huercalenses turned the screw, Carmona slugging away down the left and Chinchilla giving a little more strength and precision on the ball. The equaliser came with only 3 minutes to go, Tomas Campanas on the score sheet again to the joy of the home fans, the party had begun again! The game finished at 2-2 with the second leg to be played in Palencia on Sunday the 31st May, everyone at the Sol Times wished the team the best of luck in the fight for promotion to the Segunda B! Vamos Rojos. If you would like to more about local football/sport contact Lee Rickard Graham at lee@r-gconsultants.com
May 2015
19th Hole Golf Society - Cucador
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Thursday 21st May the venue Aguilon to play a Team Waltz and Individual Stableford. 6 teams set off in good weather with just a hint of breeze that was to turn into a blustery gale. With the Greens being recently treated they looked something like San Jose beach and gave most players trying to putt them a real headache, only Sharon Stevens and Gary Grey overcame the conditions in quite spectacular fashion. Sharon recorded a nett 49( a new record points score for the 19th Hole Golf Society) playing off 22 and Gary 44 playing off 25and winning the Individual 1st prize in their category. Both those handicaps can be looked at and regarded as history as the Handicap Secretary was seen rubbing his hands with glee. Sharon also recorded the only Two of the day not on a par three but on the tricky par 4 16th, coming out of the greenside bunker into the hole for a really brilliant Sandy Eagle. In the Team Waltz Nigel Greenwood, Mike Esposito, Geoff Smith and Gary Grey recorded the highest score ever recorded for a Team Waltz in the
history of the 19th Hole Golf Society - 98 points easily took 1st place from the all Ladies team of Sharon, Chrissie Dow, Christine Edwards and Zeta Denyer on 91 points. A brilliant days golf then back to La Vida for complimentary nibbles and a postmortem on the days events Team Waltz 1st Nigel Greenwood, Mike Esposito, Geoff Smith and Gary Grey Nett 98 points. 2nd Sharon Stevens, Chrissie Dow, Christine Edwards and Zeta Denyer Mens Individual 1st Gary Grey nett 44 (25), 2nd Nigel Greenwood nett 39 (18), 3rd Brian Lowden nett 33 (20). Ladies Individual 1st Sharon Stevens nett 49 (22), 2nd Zeta Denyer nett 35 (36). Nearest the Pin Hole No 3 Brian Lowden, Hole No 12 Nigel Greenwood, Hole No 17 Mike Esposito. Twos Sharon Stevens Hole No 16. If you are interested in joining the 19th hole give the secretary a ring on 610 340 653. or email gs19thhole@hotmail.co.uk
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FOR YOUR DIARY
• Tonight Sevilla play Dnipro (Russia) in the final of the Europa League. • The second England-New Zealand cricket Test starts at Leeds on Friday. • On Saturday, Arsenal meet Aston Villa in the FA Cup final (6.30pm kick-off Spanish time); Falkirk play Inverness Caledonian Thistle in the Scottish Cup final and Barcelona take on Athletic Bilbao in the final of the Copa Del Rey. • Bath play Saracens in Rugby Union’s Aviva Premiership final and Munster take on Glasgow (Ireland v Scotland) in the Guinness Pro-12 final.. • On Sunday we have the Italian MotoGP in Mugello. • The French Open Grand Slam tennis tournament continues at Roland Garos...... the FIFA Under-20 World Cup gets underway, likewise the World Triathlon and European Rowing championships and on Sunday, England play the Barbarians at Twickenham. ---------------------------------
FOOTBALL ROUND-UP
• Hull City have been relegated from the Premiership - Newcastle stay up! • There were also last day wins Arsenal (4-1 v WBA); Chelsea (3-1 v Sunderland), Manchester City, Stoke (6-1 v Liverpool), Crystal Palace, Leicester (5-1 v QPR), Spurs (at Everton) and Burnley. • Stoke’s Peter Crouch headed his record-breaking 47th PL goal. • Steven Gerrard scored in his last game for Liverpool. • West Ham have sacked
manager Sam Allardyce • Southend and PNE won their Play-off finals; Middlesbrough and Norwich played on Monday (for a place in the Premiership). • Rangers will play Motherwell to decide who will be in the SPL next season. • Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 8th hat-trick of the season for Real Madrid who beat Getafe 7-3. • Almeria, Eibar and Cordoba were relegated from Spain’s top flight. • Barcelona will break a 115 year-old tradition by wearing hooped shirts next season.
SPORT IN GENERAL
• An error by the Mercedes pit team denied Lewis Hamilton victory in last Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix! Nico Rosberg won the race, Sebastian Vettel was second and a distraught Hamilton third. • Juan Pablo Montoya won the 99th Indianapolis 500. • James DeGale is the first GB Olympic gold medallist to win a professional world title fight - beating André Dirrell to become the IBF supermiddleweight champion. • Last Sunday afternoon, England all-rounder Ben Stokes scored the fastestever Test Match century at Lords (off 85 balls) against New Zealand My FOOTBALL QUIZ at the LOFT BAR, Mojacar Playa on Saturday (FA Cup final day) will start at 5pm. Entry is €2 per person and the prizes include framed authentic signatures with pictures of former and current England players and a signed copy of my 2015 Steven Gerrard book.
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URCAL GOLF SOCIETY
With holidays and unavailability taking its toll, Urcal Golf Society traveled to the Lorca Golf Resort for it´s latest match on Saturday 23rd May The Lorca course was looking in superb condition and with lovely weather it was an ideal day for good scoring. With two outstanding singles knockout matches being played a smaller than usual field tackled a Individual Stableford competition. Barry Kilby continued his recent good form with another fine display winning the competition by four shots with a superb 37 points. Jean-Francois Crinquand making his last appearance with the society before his move to Lanzarote certainly saved his best golf for his farewell game, coming second on count back with 33 points just pushing John Smith down into third place. Jean -Francois also took the prizes for nearest the pin on the 4th hole and rounded off a superb day with nearest the pin in two on the 14th. The other nearest the pin prize was won by Steve Dodd with his effort on the 10th. The two individual knockout matches saw a contest between
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Captain and Vice Captain with Captain Steve Dodd overcoming Bob Womersley 7 & 5. The other match saw current favorite for the singles title this year Garry Funnell beating Brian Hughes 6 & 5. With John Smith having already beaten Steve Fear 1 up and Stan Whitty receiving a walk over as Trevor Nicholson was unable to compete because of illness the draw for the semifinal matches was made after the game. The Semi-Final draw is as follows: Steve Dodd v Stan Whitty & Garry Funnell v John Smith Urcal Golf Society would like to thank the Lorca Golf Resort for their really warm welcome and look forward to returning for further fixtures later in the year. Anyone wishing to play with Urcal Golf Society will be made to feel most welcome and should telephone Captain Steve Dodd in the first Instance on 608 238 827
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Mercedes apologise after Monaco GP error Mercedes apologised to Lewis Hamilton for what they admitted was the strategic error that cost him victory in the Monaco Grand Prix. Hamilton was leading when he was called in for fresh tyres during a late safety car period, dropping him to third. Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff said: “The answer is we got the maths wrong. “That one goes on the team and I apologise. He’s a great leader and a great driver. I am sure he will understand sometimes we make errors.” The mistake handed victory to Hamilton’s team-mate Nico Rosberg and also cost Hamilton a position to Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel. It cut the world champion’s advantage in the championship over Rosberg to 10 points. Hamilton was visibly distraught afterwards, but refused to blame the team for the error. After crossing the finish line, Hamilton slowed to a stop at the Portier corner - which faces out to the Mediterranean Sea - seemingly to gather his thoughts. He then completed the lap and drew up to
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