The Courier Week 68

Edition 68

www.thecourier.es

Friday, June 08, 2012

BEACHES AND CREAM BEST OF BRITISH Page One verdict

BY TONY MAYES

IT'S my guess there aren't many Brits who watched the fantastic Queen's Jubilee celebrations without a huge sense of national pride welling up.

It certainly had that effect on me. What a fantastic sight it was to see those 1,000 boats progress down the Thames and the spectacle of the row past.

How amazing it is to think that the closing of

Turn to Page 3

A RECORD number of babies were born in Torrevieja Hospital on Tuesday, with EIGHT new arrivals in 24 hours.

IT’S official - Alicante has the best beaches in Spain.

On Wednesday, the province was awarded a record FIFTY-FIVE coveted Blue Flags for its beaches and 11 for its marinas, the most of any province nationally.

And Torrevieja won back the two Blue Flags it lost last year at Torrelamata-Sur and the Playa de los Locos.

The whole of the Valencia region did well, winning nearly 20 per cent of the 638 flags By AMANDA BLACK awarded across Spain.

Secretary of State for “their spending will grow 10 Tourism Isabel Borrego wel- per cent”.

According to the comed the awards and said they were another positive Government, 75 per cent of sign that this summer was the 57 million tourists visiting shaping up to be a good one Spain each year choose the beach for their holidays. So for tourists.

She said the Ministry’s having the most Blue Flags own data indicated that more in the country can only be holidaymakers would come good for Alicante.

The prestigious Blue Flag to Spain this season and that

Our sands are Spain’s best - official

Seven of the babies are girls, with only one boy putting in an appearance.

Of the mothers, one is English, four Spanish and

awards are presented by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), which is this year celebrating its 25th anniversary.

To win a Blue Flag, beaches must satisfy the international jury of their excellence in four areas; quality of bathing water, information and environmental education, environmental management and security facilities.

Locally, three Guardamar beaches won the award – Playa de Centre, Playa de La Roqueta and Playa Moncaio.

In Torrevieja, four beaches can fly the Blue Flag - Playa de Torrelamata-Sur, Playa de los Locos, Playa de Los Naúfragos and Playa de Cala Piteras.

And Orihuela has seven Blue-Flag beaches - Playa de Punta Prima, Playa Flamenca, Playa de La Zenia, Playa de Cala Capitán, Playa de Cabo Roig, Playa de Campoamor and Playa de Barranco the other three Moroccan. Rubio.

To mark the occasion, Blue Flag marinas include all the mothers and their RCN Torrevieja, Marina babies got together for Internacional Torrevieja and this group photograph.

Marina Cabo Roig-Orihuela.

FLYING THE FLAG: Playa de Los Locos

FLYING THE FLAG: Playa de Cabo Roig FLYING THE FLAG: Guardamar’s Playa de la Roqueta

2

Friday, June 01, 2012

Let me go or my stalactites will cave in TELEPHONE

96 692 1003 679 096 309 JUNGLE DRUMS E-MAIL office@thecourier.es WEB www.thecourier.es HEAD OFFICE Calle Luis Canovas Martinez 1. Urb Aguas Nuevas, Torrevieja 03183, ALICANTE PHONE: 96 692 1003 Email: office@thecourier.es OPENING HOURS Mon - Fri 1030 to 1730 EDITOR Donna Gee ADVERTISING SALES 966 921 003 office@thecourier.es TELESALES 966 921 003 679 096 309 Sally Los Alcazares, San Javier 618 391 491 Myra Quesada, Rojales, Torrevieja, San Miguel Tel. 618 583 765 Jean La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, Cabo Roig Tel. 618 898 034 Patrick International Rep 5 Languages Tel 685 901 265 Writers Donna Gee Amanda Black Sally Bengtsson Rebecca Marks Jeanette Erath Alex Trelinski Dave Silver Steve Bott Tony Mayes Jake Monroe

Affiliations

Picture of the Week

96 692 1003

BOB’S GREEN LIGHT

PP-CLARO bond stengthens in Orihuela power game

By AMANDA BLACK IT’S been another long week at Orihuela town hall - with the PP and CLARO continuing to cosy up while the tripartite government tears itself apart with infighting in its struggle to hold power.

At the end of last week, Monica Lorente was on the verge of seizing the reins with a vote that would have given the ex-PP mayor control of all the government committees.

She was only stopped when at the last moment Mayor Monserrate Guillén invoked a legal device to prevent the vote, a move that NEW ALLIANCE: PP’s Monica Lorente and Bob Houliston prompted Lorente to label joint ‘manifesto’ at a meeting points of a government bers of the government team him a “dictator”. agreement to return stability led by Greens’ Guillén, with on Tuesday.

But, undeterred, the PP the gap between the PSOE, A PP press statement to Orihuela”. and CLARO this week con- hailed the meeting as “fruitThis, it said, was in stark the Greens and CLR opening tinued to strengthen their ful” with the “sole objective to contrast to the “continuing more and more”.

Lorente said the meeting relationship, agreeing their put in black and white the differences between mem-

FIONA GOES SOLO WITH CHAS SPECIAL Publication Published by Rainbow Media, S.L. Printed by Localprint S.L Depósito legal A - 132 - 2011 The Courier, its publishers, members of staff and its agents do not accept responsibility for claims by advertisers nor can it be held responsible for any errors in advertisements which are reproduced from poor artwork, low quality electronic data or inadequate instructions for text or other layout features.

Further no responsibility is accepted for any loss or damage caused by an error, inaccuracy or non-appearance of any advertisement, although all advertisements produced are checked prior to insertion. We regret that we cannot accept responsibility for more than ONE incorrect insertion and that no re-publication will be granted in the case of typographical or minor changes which do not affect the value of the advertisement. E&OE. NO PART OF THIS NEWSPAPER MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE PUBLISHERS.

JUKEBOX Legends singer Fiona McLean has made her very first solo recording - a version of Chas Hodges’ catchy song Last Kiss.

The number was written and recorded recently by the Chas and Dave star, who toured this area last

year. Fiona says: “He introduced me to the song and said he would have a special backing track made for me, which he has done.

“Having taken the track to a top studio in the UK recently, I am very excited about the finished recording

Friday Sunny High 29° Low 20° Chance of rain 0% Monday Sunny High 31° Low 20° Chance of rain 0%

Tuesday Sunny High 28° Low 17° Chance of rain 0%

and it is due to be released soon.’’

You can hear the song on You Tube at http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=t6BvIIynNFo Fiona will be singing it live during the Chas’s 2012 return tour, which starts on June 19.

Saturday Showers High 28° Low 19° Chance of rain 60% Wednesday Sunny High 28° Low 18° Chance of rain 0%

dealt with a three point plan: “The organisation of Orihuela Costa, of our pedanias (parishes) and the idea of launching a new form of social services management, important issues for the Popular Party and CLARO." The parties agreed structures that would see the coast and the pedanias with their own budgets and councillors, with the aim of bringing government closer to the people. And they stressed an improvement in health and social care was a priority for both parties.

“Social policy, elderly care, improving health services, social assistance and continuous, quality respite programmes are issues that unite the PP and CLARO, and so will appear in the governance agreement,” the statement said.

Houliston demonstrated his loyalty to Lorente and the PP opposition by voting with them against a motion on Cala Mosca, the urbanisation that if built would destroy the last area of unspoiled coastline in Orihuela Costa.

q

Sunday Sunny High 31° Lo 23° Chance of rain 0% Thursday Sunny High 26° Lo 19° Chance of rain 0%

Friday, June 01, 2012

F0RTY members of La Siesta Bowls Club enjoyed a fun day on Saturday to celebrate the Golden Jubilee.

Activities included target bowls and skittles, guess the weight of the cake, how many sweets in the jar, spot the

owners of the childhood photos and much more. Prizes were donated by club sponsors Golden Leaves our sponsors and eveyone attending received a commemorative coaster.

PRIDE OF A NATION!

From Page One the Thames Barrier can hold back millions of tons of water to allow the procession lasting hours on a river steeped in history.

The following day the concert outside Buckingham Palace with crowds stretching the entire length of The Mall, packed to capacity was truly amazing.

There cannot be many countries around the world capable of putting on such a tribute.

And in three weeks time Britain will play host to the Olympics - it's just amazing what Britain can do.

No wonder our nation and its Commonwealth was and

still is such an influence in the world.

So, can Britain, now so pumped up with national pride, sort out this crazy financial mess we're in? I think so, and if the country lives up to its past record, it should lead the way.

And lastly, if Scotland, Australia and anyone else wants to pull away from the greaatest family of nations the world has ever seen, they must be stark staring nuts.

AND AS FOR THE LOCALS...

Could I through your paper say a great big THANK YOU to all the organisers of the Jubilee Party in the Park of Nations. The hard work they put in was outstanding.

The performers were amazing and the Rascals kept the children (and adults) occupied with lots of games.

And thanks to the ‘Rascal’ lady who lent me her bottle opener!

Last but not least, thanks to the Ayuntamieno of Torrevieja for allowing us to hold this historical event in their beautiful park. Well done, everyone, for a wonderful day.

ISOBEL SCOTT, Playa Flamenca

FULL HOUSE: A estimated 2,000 people enjoyed the Party in the Park

Ambassador rings the changes HUNDREDS of government, business and civil society representatives joined the British Embassy in Madrid to mark the Jubilee. More than

500 guests to Ambassador Giles Paxman’s official residence in Madrid to celebrate the occasion.

An exhibition of portraits of the Queen by royal photographer Sir Cecil Beaton, Andy Warhol and well-known British artists was mounted at the residence to demonstrate the changes in the relationship between the Queen and the British people.

At the reception, Mr Paxman said: “The Queen has seen Great Britain transformed. The marvellous

photo exhibition here today shows how the Queen has changed over 60 years. But Britain has changed with her - its people, its politics, its culture and fashions. We have welcomed new Britons from across the world. Each community has added to the spirit of energy and diversity that drives our country.

“Spain too, has changed immeasurably over the period. It has witnessed the transition to democracy, the birth of the modern Constitution and the return of its own

Royal Family.

“Over 60 years Spain and Britain have grown closer together, making Spain the destination of choice for British people to live, work and go on holiday.

Our two countries are close partners in trade and investment, international security and in Europe. I am proud of the work the British Embassy and our network of Consulates around the country does every day to support this vital and positive relationship.”

3

4

Friday, June 08, 2012

Friday, June 08, 2012

A ROYAL DAY FOR LEGION

Keith Carter cuts the cake

SOME 220 members and friends enjoyed a garden party staged by the Royal British Legion’s Orihuela Costa and District branch to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

Proceedings at the Olympia restaurant in Mil Palmaris began with the Torreveija Pipes and Drums marching into the garden followed by the branch Standards.

A short service of celebration of Her Majesty's 60-year reign was led by Pastor Keith Brown, the branch president.

The entertainment opened with the Crazy Ladies dancing and the Shawaddy Waddy tribute band, whilst the music of the Phoenix Band accompanying a wonderful buffet meal.

After the meal, branch chairman Keith Carter proposed the Loyal Toast, which was followed by the National Anthem.

The entertainment continued with singing from Christopher Robin, Brian Jenkins, Cathy Carson and TAABS. Tributes were paid to the main organisers Helen Lloyd and Cathy Carson.

Anyone interested joining the branch please visit the website www.orihuelacostarbl.com You do not have to be ex military to become a member.

The Crazy Ladies fly the flag

WAIT FOR IT! Guests serve Jose a Jubilee treat WAITER Jose Gisilaetr will have a special reason to remember the Royal British Legion Torrevieja Branch’s jubilee celebrations at Restaurante El Alto Delores, Guardamar on Tuesday.

He hit the jackpot in the raffle – and won himself the top prize of a large hamper!

The function began with a cava reception and each lady was presented with a beautiful plant.

Members and guests were then greeted by president Philip Haward MBE and chairman Gill Burden before being escorted into the restaurant by piper Dougie Munroe and the three standards carried by David Laverick, Rick Stein and Ken Archer.

The room itself was been dutifully decorated with bunting and flags and the Church Service at St Pauls

Cathedral was relayed to television screens around the restaurant.

Everyone enjoyed a four-course meal with wine, and ended the afternoon by being entertained by the group Timeless.

The Torrevieja Branch’s newly formed RBL Legionnaires Bowls Club now meet every Tuesday

and Saturday (1.30 for 2.00pm) at La Siesta Bowls Club.

Membership of the branch is open to ex-military and non-military, all are welcome and meetings are held on the second Friday of every month at Casa Ventura, San Luis at 6.30 for 7.00. For further information contact Pauline on 966704146.

5

6

Friday, June 08, 2012

Friday, June 08, 2012

FOR the first times in ages, I’m feeling proud to be British.

There was something special about celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee out here in Spain rather than mixing it with the millions of brolly-day makers back in Blighty.

And there was something ESPECIALLY special about being carried away in a sea of red, white and blue sunshine, rather than under an umbrella in the English rain.

I reckon there were at least 2,000 revellers at Torrevieja’s spectacular ‘Street Party in the Park’ on Sunday – a huge proportion of them attired in the national colours.

The vast majority of those squeezed into the picturesque Parque de las Naciones were British expats and holidaymakers…the Spanish locals no doubt driven off by the alien sounds booming from the TKO roadshow speakers.

There was also the threat posed by a rousing medley of music with a military theme. heartland. Crushed by an They don’t come any more irresistible tsunami of joy at another landmark inspirational than The yet Dambusters March, for moment for the world’s most famous Royal dynasty. example.

Puerile thoughts apart, the I imagined hundreds of people swathed in Union atmosphere was a stark Jacks zooming around the contrast to the soggy scenes park, arms spead wide in a back in rain-battered Blighty.

Spitfire imitation – and God There was no drowning ourhelp any German who got selves in alcohol to rousing choruses of For She’s A in our way.

I visualised imaginary Brolly Good Fellow.

Here we were, 1,500 bombs bouncing toward the salt lake. A lot safer than smiles from home, enjoying crashing real ones into dams life as one united nation of happy families picnicking in on the Ruhr, I thought.

The Spanish Armada was the park with the sun beating being crushed by the British down on us.

The Ayuntamiento providCommonwealth in its own

7

RED MIGHT AND PHEW!

Britain’s brolly-day is a Costa jolly day ed seats and tables for 1,000 people; twice as many would not have been sufficient.

Hundreds sat on the grass verges soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the musical diversity of twinkling young dance troupes, a concert band, barbershop harmonisers and the best solo performers on the Costa.

The big pity was that the British TV cameras weren’t there. They’d have provided a perfect antidote to the ‘Long To Rain Over Us’ scenes they screened back at base.

While the younger generation in the UK would have

seen the occasion more as an excuse to get mega-bladdered than to celebrate an historic occasion, in Torrevieja I saw no hint of drunkenness.

There was also no sign of the undesirables who shame Britain abroad – but then, they are one of the reasons I came to live in Spain in the first place.

On a day of great highs, there was just one low. Well, one loo to be precise.

Torrevieja, you did us proud. But a few portaloos would have made life a lot more comfortable.

And no, I won’t bog off…

8

Friday, June 08, 2012

Friday, June 08, 2012

9

10

Friday, June 08, 2012

Squeals on wheels I USED to get totally exasperated by the antics of crazy cyclists when I was driving in the UK, but here in Spain almost all bike riders seem to have left their brains in their homelands and have a death wish.

They cycle along pavements, down slopes onto roads without looking; suddenly become pedestrians by turning across the road on pedestrian crossings, expecting cars to stop on a sixpence. They turn left and right without looking behind and without signalling.

Considering the standard of driving of many motorists here in Spain it's a miracle that any cyclist is left alive.

It would be interesting to know just how many cyclists are involved in road accidents here on the Costa - I wouldn't mind betting it's pretty horrific.

Cyclists appear to leave their brains behind when they set their posteriors on the saddle.

It may be that the Spanish highway code gives them some kind of precedence over other road users and it is up to motorists to give them priority, but cyclists should realise that deliberately putting themselves in danger is just plain crazy.

So, here's my plea to those holidaymakers out here and cycling around. As it gets hotter it's increasingly difficult to concentrate - but remember one rash move could put you in hospital and there are plenty of British and Irish holidaymakers on the roads also trying (often with considerable difficulty) to remember to drive on the right!

I HAD a good laugh this week when, just for curiosity, I called up a British newspaper's on-line archive on wine stories.

I couldn't believe the absolute twaddle that has been written on the "sobering" subject over the past four years.

Reading all the research conclusions from the so-called "scientific experts" is enough to drive you to drink - big time.

Their conclusions include: drinking red wine can lower the risk of heart disease, provides protection against strokes, prevents pancreatic cancer, staves off potentially fatal food poisoning, lowers blood pressure, lowers lung cancer risk, prevent stomach ulcers.

It can cut the risk of gullet cancer, prolong peoples' lives, reduce fat storage, cut gallstone risk, make you live five years longer, help you stay slim, strengthen bones, reduce chances of dementia, provide exercise benefits without

q

IT’S pure fluke but my family have a couple of royal connections.

I share a birthday, August 21, with the late Princess Margaret while my son's birthday is on the same day as Prince Philip's. That's June 10.

Anyway, this week I'm going to tell you about how I once . . .

But hang on a minute. June 10? That's this Sunday, isn't it?

Oh, my goodness, I'd better nip out and get my boy a birthday present.

But hang on another minute. I believe I'll leave the present until the future. Just now I'm thinking about the past.

One Friday afternoon many moons ago I was slumped in front of the telly watching an episode of the kids' show Crackerjack (all together now: 'Crack-erjack!') when Mrs S arrived home.

'Aren't you a bit too old to be watching Crackerjack ("Crack-er-jack!")?' she asked me.

'Probably,' I yawned. 'But after a hard day at work I'm too tired to stand up to change channels. We really must get

sale price and to be more transparent with pricing.

If the decision was mine I would not leave such matters to a voluntary code, it would be backed up by law. But then, the real villain in fuel price is the British government in its skyhigh taxation, and I can't help thinking that a reduction of 10p off fuel taxation would do a lot more to help economic growth than any bank quantitive easing (printing money) would achieve.

Here in Spain we see changes in the pump prices almost daily, which suggests they are following wholesale prices more closely than in the UK. But isn't it crazy that the price of a litre can drop by five cents whenever you cross the boundary from Alicante province into Murcia?

Over the past month the wholesale oil price has dropped by 20 per cent - so let's hope for more price cuts at the pumps very soon.

UNFAIR profiteering hitting motorists may soon be a thing of the past, and so may the electrical industry's annoying variety of different appliance plugs.

I am delighted with the news that at long, long last a universal plug socket has been invented, which will accommodate the annoying three-pin British plugs, the two-pin continentals and the flimsy American varieties, plus the vast array of national plugs in between.

The electrical industry has made billions in supplying the adaptors needed to travel from country to country. The universal socket will put an end to it. The only snag - the electrical industry will make another fortune replacing all the old sockets with the universal one. Makes you sick, doesn't it!

SPAIN'S economic doom and gloom goes from bad to worse. If it's not failed banks requiring huge bale-outs the government hasn't got the resources to meet, its sky-high unemployment, particularly youth unemployment, the worst in Europe.

And Spain has the wooden spoon again for a slump in manufacturing output, the worst in Europe, worse than even Greece.

I'm just looking at this small part of Spain in which we're living, and it may not be representative of the whole, but I can't help thinking the Spanish are cutting their own throats by allowing every other retail outlet to be Chinese, selling Chinese goods and undercutting the price of Spanish or European-made items.

A dose of good old-fashioned national protectionism might get Spain and Europe out of the mire.

q

moving a muscle, help mend damaged backs and help you think better.

Before you go out to buy a few crates of the stuff, here's what other "experts" conclude...Drinking wine can give you the shakes later in life, expose people to cancer and Parkinson's, increase the risk of cancer by 50% (and two glasses by 60% and in another survey, by 168%!) It is more damaging to the brain than beer, hitting the hippocampus and could cause Alzheimer's.

So, perhaps drinking wine may make you live longer but you won't remember anything about it - which seems logical!

Two other gems about whether wine is good for you. Don't tread grapes in a closed room like the two Frenchmen who did it and died of carbon monoxide poisoning, and if you've got a cow, give it wine dregs because it may improve the health-giving qualities of milk.

I suspect that these results vary so much depending on who is employing the scientists involved - the wine industry or the health lobby!

HOW often have you thought that whenever the price of a barrel of oil goes up, the oil industry reacts within seconds to jack up the price of fuel at the pumps, yet when the wholesale price goes down it takes weeks for the pump price to fall.

So hats off to the government, which is to ask the oil industry for a voluntary code to peg the pump price to the whole-

q

hold of one of those newfangled TV remote control thingies. It would certainly make our carpet last longer.'

Mrs S smiled and patted her tummy.

'On second thoughts it might prove useful to keep watching Crackerjack ("Crack-er-jack!") when you hear my news. And let's put Clangers, Rupert Bear and Blue Peter on the list, too. You'll certainly need the practice.'

I tried to conjure up an all-knowing, allwise facial expression although I hadn't a clue what Mrs S was talking about.

She studied my baffled visage at close quarters before commenting: 'I can tell by your confused look that you've no idea what I'm hinting at.'

Mrs S sighed. 'David,' she announced.

'I'm having a baby.'

In one smooth action I fell off the sofa, jumped to my feet and hared off into the kitchen. I was in there for some time.

Eventually, Mrs S called out: 'Why are you hiding? I thought you'd be happy at the prospect of launching the next generation of the Silver family. Don't you want

q

to be a patriarch?'

I popped my head around the door.

'Patriarch? Wow! I do like the sound of that.' And then I disappeared again.

The banging and crashing noises that had been coming from the kitchen ceased abruptly as I re-emerged into the living room.

'Put your mind at rest. Everything's in hand,' I breathlessly comforted Mrs S. 'I've put pans of water on all four burners on the stove. I've even placed a tray of water under the grill. We should have lashings of hot H2O in a few minutes.'

Mrs S stared at me uncomprehendingly. 'Have you finally lost what remains of your mind?' I slapped my forehead hard.

'You know, I think I have. I've only gone and forgotten the towels.'

Mrs S grabbed my wrists in a gesture of both reassurance and restraint. 'I want you to sit down, take deep breaths and explain to me slowly what you are doing.'

I smiled condescendingly. 'It's your first child so you're probably not aware that when a lady has a baby she needs

lots of hot water and towels. I saw it in a film once.'

Mrs S sighed. 'Sometimes I feel that YOU are my first child. But our baby isn't due for another eight months. I've just come back from my first visit to the doctor.

'I'd have asked you to accompany me but I know you're still banned from the surgery for claiming to be suffering from illnesses which died out in the Middle Ages.'

'But I AM middle-aged!' I pointed out and then collapsed onto the sofa as all the adrenaline drained into my feet.

'So you're not due for another eight months? In that case I'll empty all the pans of hot water into the bath and you can have a relaxing soak. I'd bring you up some nice buttered toast but the grill tray will be awash.'

Mrs S caressed my brow which was furrowed with concern. 'Just put the kettle on,' she said. 'I think I've got time for

Turn to Page 15

11

Friday, June 08, 2012

SAY IT IN SPANISH Learn the lingo - with a little help from JEANETTE ERATH LESSON 23

I HOPE you managed last week’s homework without too much difficulty. Here are the answers: I have a ball – Tengo una pelota. I am cold – Tengo frio.

I’m from England – Soy de Inglaterra. I speak Spanish – Hablo Español. Are you coming? - ¿Vienes? I am going to read a book – Voy a leer un libro. He is my brother – Él es mi hermano. It is cold – Hace frio. What do you do? - ¿Qué haces?

Now that we have a large vocabulary and are using as many of the words as we can, hopefully some of them are beginning to stick in your memory. But, if you’re anything like me, you will be using your notes for many months to come.

I am constantly learning new words and having to remember them, which I find I can only do by constant repetition; saying the word over and over during several days until it eventually sticks somewhere in my memory.

You need to be committed to learning because as I’ve stated before this is a marathon, not a sprint. It may take several years to become confident enough to hold a full conversation.

However, I am sure it will not take that long before you can speak and be understood in short sentences, and you will be able to understand what is being said to you. Take each level step by step and you will get there.

This week we are going to take a break from verbs and learn some useful words, beginning with opposites. I will write the English opposite pairs followed by the Spanish translations. Take your time and as you are reading the words in Spanish try to picture an object or person that relates to each of the opposites.

For example, for tall and short you may imagine a tall giraffe and a short monkey. Make the images fun but be thinking of the Spanish words.

When a word in Spanish can be masculine or feminine depending on what it relates to I will write the ending o/a for example a tall man would be alto and a tall woman alta, therefore I will write alto/a.

So, let’s learn opposites Tall, short = alto/a, bajo/a; old, young = viejo/a, joven; fat, thin = gordo/a, delgado/a; up, down = arriba, abajo; dark, clear/light = oscuro, claro; big, small

= grande, pequeño/a; long, short = largo/a, corto/a, near, far = cerca, lejos; expensive, cheap = caro/a, barato/a.

See what other opposites you can find, think of opposite word pairs in English and find out the Spanish equivalents.

Now we are going to learn some very important words that you will use on a daily basis - this, these, that and those.

In Spanish there are masculine and feminine versions of

these words, but don’t worry, they are very easy to learn. So, here we go. This – este (masc), esta (fem). These – estos (masc), estas (fem). That – ese (masc), esa (fem). Those – esos (masc), esas (fem).

Here are some examples of the words in use: This book is green = Este libro es verde. This table is big – Esta mesa es grande. These shoes are mine – Estos zapatos son míos. These houses are expensive – Estas casas son caras. That man is tall – Ese hombre es alto. That chair is red – Esa silla es roja. I have those books – Tengo esos libros. Those shops are closed – Esas tiendas están cerradas.

I hope you are enjoying this level of learning and are not getting left behind. It is easy to get carried away and try to learn too much at once, but don’t go too fast.

It is always important to check your knowledge any way you can, whether with books, the internet or courses like these.

Don’t feel that you are wasting your time if you can’t answer the questions, just go back and revise. If you are finding this work too easy then use this time to revise, which is as important as the initial learning.

This type of learning can help you develop but of course cannot be as personal as a class, so please bear with me as I lead you slowly through the learning process and hopefully you will enjoy it, work at it and not give up.

You already know so much you should be very impressed with yourself. Week by week your knowledge will grow as you keep learning.

This week I am going to give you some revision using the words above. Take your time, remember the gender of the words and see how you get on. Translate the following into Spanish: This cat is fat. Those earrings are very expensive. The shop is near. The boy is young. This is a long street. The tree is tall. The days are long.

12

Friday, June 08, 2012

WHY DO THEY DO THAT? Top dog psychologist PETER SINGH writes exclusively for The Courier. Check out www.thedogyouneed.com or email Peter at peter@thedogyouneed.com

A LEADING QUESTION I HAVE just finished a consultation, where I met a wonderful little dog who was very well behaved for me.

He had a lovely nature and responded well to everything I asked him to do.

Throughout the consultation, I never spoke to him and just used my energy and body language.

For the owner, though, it was a very different story. The reason I write this piece, is to give you an insight into a dog’s world and how they will view two people very differently.

The dog has become very dominant and has started to bite visitors as well as trying to bite his owners. It really is amazing how, for me, he was so well behaved and for the owner he simply wanted to growl and dominate.

I do not mention this fact for self gratification. I simply mention it to try to help people see how their errors are maybe causing their dog to take over.

First of all, the dog was getting a very small amount of exercise each day, and some days none, which meant there was a lot of frustration building up inside him.

Secondly, whenever he decided to jump up on the sofa and invade the owner’s space,

she wanted to get him down off the sofa, but gave him affection with a stroke on the head instead.

Whatever the dog wanted to do, she accommodated him and bowed to his every desire. On top of all of this, she was always worrying about him biting her, so she had become a slave to his every demand.

She had become extremely anxious about his every move and the dog instantly knew that with the ‘follower‘ energy she was sharing with him, this made her unstable in his eyes. Every dog needs a leader and if the owner can’t lead them with kindness and being firm, then they will lead you, as they are a pack animal and someone has to be in charge.

Most aggression cases are all down to a lack of exercise and the dog being the dominant one in the household. So, put simply, if you are experiencing the same problems, make sure you are giving your dogs enough exercise to drain their energy each day.

Make sure you are giving them rules and boundaries that you stick to. Finally, make sure your energy is that of a leader and not a follower, so if you ask your dog to do something, don’t shout. Just remain calm and mean what you are asking them to do.

Then let nature takes its course and enjoy.

Dogs need exercise, in order to remain balanced

PETS’ CORNER: CAN YOU TAKE IN A HOMELESS DOG OR CAT? Henry

well behaved. HENRY is a sixmonth-old Pointer cross. He is vaccinated and will be neutered and micro-chipped. Henry is a lovely dog, will be easy to train, likes other dogs and children. To adopt Lilly or Henry email info@petsinspain.info or call 603 251 004.

Benny

Lilly LILLY is a sevenmonth-old Lurcher cross. She was found exhausted but is back to full health. She loves children, is gentle and

BENNY is a one-year-old pedigree Shar-Pei, who was found wandering in Campoverde.

He is no trouble, has been chipped, castrated and vaccinated.

If you can adopt Benny, or one of 15 beautiful kittens also looking for homes, call Natasha on 616 210 850 or visit www.apahrescue. org Apah is moving to a new shop in Pilar de la Horadada and would welcome help from anyone with a few hours to spare.

Our opening hours are

10am to 1.30pm and 5pm to 7.30pm.

Maybe you could even come with a friend.

If you are interested please contact Natasha on 616210850.

Dizzy DIZZY is a small sixm o n t h crossbreed who came into our care at 10 weeks with six siblings from an unwanted litter. She is happy and loves to play. BEN is a two-yearold male Breton/Sheepdog cross. He is full of fun and

has a great personality.

Both are vaccinated, chipped and neutered. Call 966 710 047 or visit www.satanimalrescue.com to adopt Ben or Dizzy.

Ben

To advertise abandoned animals for rehoming, email details and photos to office@thecourier.es

13

Friday, June 08, 2012

Línea Directa reports:

HOW TO COMPLETE AN ACCIDENT REPORT FORM • This document is essential for determining who is responsible for a traffic accident, which has a direct effect on the price that customers pay when renewing their insurance.

What is an accident report form?

An accident report form is a document which outlines the circumstances which have occurred in a car accident. In addition to the personal details of the drivers and their vehicles, the document includes a jointly agreed description of the manoeuvres carried out by the drivers when the accident took place, which plays a key role in determining who is responsible for a traffic accident.

How should it be completed?

Línea Directa offers the following advice to complete the form: 1. Columns A and B (blue and yellow), are for the personal details of the drivers and their vehicles.

2. In section 12, (Circumstances) the numbered column on the left describes the manoeuvres of car A and the one on the right those of car B. If you are unsure which box to mark, leave it blank. Make a drawing of the accident in section 13 indicating the manoeuvre of each car.

3. If anybody has been injured or if you think they might have been injured, complete section 24.

4. If there is more than one car involved in the accident, also complete section 23, on the reverse side of the form, and include it in the sketch.

5. Sign the form and keep a copy.

Call now for more information on

902 123 104

14

Friday, June 08, 2012

My ray of son-shine I WROTE a few weeks ago about having a baby in Spain and my own incredibly positive experience. But what about raising your baby, in particular learning to talk and living in a new culture?

For the child, of course, everything is normal. It is natural to be living in a hot country, they don’t know any different. However, the parents may still be adjusting and the demands of a new baby can be difficult at the best of times, let alone when you are adapting to a new lifestyle.

Raising a baby through the first few months is the same just about everywhere in the Western world. They feed and sleep and need their nappies changed! But as they grow into walking, talking mini versions of you, how do you ensure they have their identity as a Brit, or whatever nationality you are? Or do they?

Is it possible for children born in Spain to remain true to their British roots? I believe it is and the language will go a long way towards achieving this. If a child is brought up bilingual, research suggests that they are slower to speak and in other activities up to the age of seven. Once they reach seven they are on a par with everyone else of their age group, except of course that they are flu-

more in English than Spanish.

He is now able to talk to Spanish or English people without getting mixed up and, although he doesn´t fully understand why, just knows there are different words for the same thing.

My son was a late talker - I saw children his age or even younger talking away and wondered when he was going to start. But I need not have worried, it took him a while but now it’s keeping him quiet that’s the struggle!

ent in two languages.

My son was brought up in an environment which was mainly Spanish. I would practise my own Spanish with him while his father spoke to him only in Spanish. However, I began to realise that his English was lacking. He was confident in Spanish but could not hold a full conversation in English, so I decided to only talk to him in my native language, and it was only a matter of weeks before he was confident enough to speak

As for other aspects of raising a child, all I will say is that this beautiful country is so much healthier and safer than the UK I know. I gladly let my boy play in the park while I write an article or a Spanish lesson, or prepare some work - and I don´t feel the need to keep my eyes on him all the time.

Playing in a park is a luxury not afforded to too many children in the UK. Whether it’s the weather, vandalism or because the climbing frames have been removed to comply with ‘health and safety’, there just aren´t the opportunities for young people in the UK like there are in Spain. Of course, it does help that all my local parks have a small cafe where I can sit and relax with a cuppa so the

time can pass quickly for us both. I know Spanish schooling has come in for a lot of criticism from mums and dads who came to Spain when their children were 10+ years old, with little or no Spanish.

The parents wonder why their child hasn´t passed his or her exams and why they have to re-sit the year - or they drop out.

I’m hoping that as my son has entered schooling in the first year and speaks the language, he will pass through the education system with flying colours. As far as universities or further education is concerned, I am not aware of the standard - but I will research it with him should he want to go.

And with my help, his written and spoken English will be to a standard that he can go to an English university should he want to.

The downside to having a baby here in Spain is the paperwork. Like everything here, it takes time and to register the child as British - you need to apply to the Embassy in Madrid, and everything costs more like this, but that is the only downside I have found so far.

All in all, I much prefer the quality of life my son and I have here, and all being well we will stay for many more years.

15

Friday, June 08, 2012

THANK heavens the UK has a monarch as a head of state, and I raised my can of beer in celebration of Queen Elizabeth’s 60 glorious years on the throne.

Though I’m not a passionate monarchist, I have clear memories of my first Royal encounter back in 1967. Of course it rained! It was an alleged summer afternoon in the town of Rugby, where we were given the chance to walk down to see Her Majesty open some new gates at Rugby School.

It was the biggest drenching of my eight-year-old life, but I was some 20 feet away from the Queen’s black car as she left her engagement, wearing a pink coat. We waved our sodden flags and I had little idea at that early stage of my life that I’d

end up covering some Royal events for the BBC. But that fleeting glance of the Queen has always stayed close to me.

Whatever the faults of the Monarchy, isn’t it so much better to have The Queen as the head of UK PLC and the Commonwealth, rather than some jumped-up politician with a charisma by-pass pretending to represent the interests of all British people?

The thought of a Tony Blair type becoming a UK President makes me shudder in fear, and it’s the best advert possible for the Queen to continue her work for many years to come, followed by Charles and then William.

Kiss goodbye to wash-day blues DON’T spend the last day of your holiday doing the washing, let Graham at The Launderette in Cabo Roig do it all for you!

Graham offers a same-day wash, dry and iron from only 15 euros. And he has some very special offers on duvet cleans – with a single costing from just seven euros and a double from only 10 euros.

He has the most competitive prices on service washes and can do your ironing, too. So why not drop off a whole load, go to the beach, and collect your laundry clean, pressed, folded and ready to pack or put away.

And if your rugs are sandy or grubby, just take them on down to Graham, and they’ll come back as new.

You needn’t waste time with those annoying sewing alterations either, as Graham can get these done for you. The Launderette offers special deals for management and cleaning companies, with a free pick-up option. And Graham even provides his own property management and cleaning service.

For more info call 616 719 207, or just take your washing to The Launderette on the ground floor of the Sophia Wellness Centre in Cabo Roig.

Through the Royal gates That’s why Australian voters went for the status quo a few years ago, beating the Republican campaign. They felt that their politicians had made enough of a Waltzing Matilda of things, without having their power further extended.

You’d also love to be a fly on the wall during Her Majesty’s weekly audience with the Prime Minister.

Her vast experience of matters at home and abroad, with 12 leaders during her reign, would I’m sure have had her biting her Royal tongue on countless occasions, with her corgis whimpering in the corner.

Don’t you just hope she’s kept some private diary of her encounters with the great and the good that may appear for future historians to mull over in, say, 100 years’ time?

Let’s work this out. You introduce some stupid and illthought-out measures in a UK Budget

like the Pasty Tax and Caravan Tax, which takes away all the publicity from a major reduction in income tax for millions of people.

The Labour opposition then slag you off, quite rightly, for the stupidity of what you’ve done.

So, as the Government, you take soundings and decide to reverse the changes. Cue the Labour opposition, who then criticise you for doing a U-turn and for changing the things they criticised you for doing in the first place! Neither side, therefore, comes out with any credit from this affair. Labour, for just being opportunistic and behaving like petty politicians, and the Government for creating this unnecessary nonsense from the outset.

Is David Cameron the only man in the UK who believes his C u l t u r e Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, acted in a “wise and fair way” in his dealings with the Murdochs over their bid for full control of

From page 10 a cup of tea before I report to the maternity ward in 30-odd weeks.'

Ironically, it turned out to be me who finished up in hospital -- that very same night.

After having first satisfied my curiosity and looked up the meaning of 'patriarch' in the dictionary, I returned to the kitchen to make a cuppa.

But the room was so full of steam from all the water I'd boiled before that I couldn't see a flaming thing and consequently I tripped over the first-aid box which had fallen onto the floor during my earlier rushing-about.

'So tell me how your accident happened,' said the casualty doctor as he dabbed at my scalp wound.

'It was all to do with Mrs S getting pregnant,' I replied.

The doctor tutted. 'I'll give you some literature on marital relations advice before you leave. You really don't need to dive off the top of the wardrobe onto the bed, you know. It doesn't quite work like that.'

Anyway, a few months later Mrs S came home,

BSKYB? There are times when blind loyalty becomes stupidity, or is there some dirt Hunt is hiding that puts Cameron in the mire, which is being masked by the proverbial political fig leaf?

MPs have been complaining that their toilets in the

House of Commons are far too dirty and a management taskforce has been set up to make improvements. This great conclusion came at the public cost of some £20,000 - but, based purely on the amount of verbal diarrhoea that is expunged from the elected members on a daily basis, I can’t say I’m surprised.

Perhaps it’s high time for Theresa May and Yvette Cooper (pictured left) to get their Marigolds on, and to stick their brushes around their proverbial U-bends.

Now, that really would be a sight for sore eyes!

clutching a small bundle.

'We'll call him Brian,' she announced.

'He's lovely,' I said, tickling the new arrival under the chin. 'But don't you think your timing is a bit off? Fancy getting a puppy just days before our baby is due.'

'We can always treat them as twins,' Mrs S replied.

'We'll just keep the smooth pink one in a cot and the furry fawn one in a basket. Fingers crossed that no-one asks for a blood-typing test.'

Thankfully, she was joking. But, some 40 years later, what is certainly no joke is what on earth to get my son for his birthday this Monday.

I think I'll just call round to his house to ask if he needs anything.

My daughter-in-law answers the door. She looks rather flustered.

'I'll tell you what I NEED!' she tells me. 'Either a bigger heating boiler or a smaller dog.

'Your son is upstairs bathing our Crackerjack ("Crack-er-jack!") and as usual he's used every flaming drop of hot water!'

16

Friday, June 08, 2012

17

Friday, June 08, 2012

One potato, two potato, three potato, four There’s nothing better than a new potato. Cover them in butter, or roast them with some garlic and sage, the new potato is versatile and delicious. Great on the side with some roasted meat or pan fried fish, or tossed in a salad, or just alone. Try one of these new potato recipes.

GARLIC AND SAGE CRISPY CRUSHED NEW POTATOES Roasted new potatoes don't get much more scrumptious than these sagey babies.

Ingredients 1. 2kg new potatoes 2. 2 tbsp olive oil 3. Large knob of butter 4. 6 garlic cloves, unpeeled and bruised 5. Handful fresh sage leaves

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan180°C/gas 6.

Bring the potatoes to the boil in a pan of salted water, then simmer for 10 minutes until just tender. Drain.

2. Heat the oil, butter, garlic and sage leaves in a roasting tin in the oven until the butter has melted. Add the potatoes, turn in the butter, then gently squash each potato with a fork.

Sprinkle with a little sea salt and roast for 20 minutes until golden and crusty, then turn the potatoes and roast for a further 20 minutes. The potatoes should be crisp and the garlic softened and golden.

CLASSIC NEW POTATO SALAD Why not vary what you stir into this salad? Instead of hardboiled eggs, try peeled prawns, crisp bacon, chicken, good quality tuna or a few chopped anchovies.

Ingredients 1. 1kg evenly sized waxy new potatoes, scraped clean or peeled 2. 4 tsp white wine vinegar 3. 1 tsp Dijon mustard 4. 2 tbsp sunflower or light olive oil 5. 1 bunch of spring onions (about 8), trimmed 6. 90g pickled cucumbers, gherkins or cornichons 7. 3 hard-boiled free-range eggs, peeled 8. 2 tbsp soured cream or crème fraîche 9. ¼ tsp salt 10. 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 11. 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill 12. For the mayonnaise 13. 1 large free-range egg yolk 14. ¼ tsp salt 15. 1 tsp Dijon mustard 16. 1½ tsp white wine vinegar 17. 100ml sunflower oil 18. 50ml olive oil

Method

1. For the mayonnaise, put the egg yolk, ¼ tsp salt, mus-

tard and vinegar into a small bowl and mix together lightly.

Very gradually trickle in the oils, beating continuously with a hand-held electric mixer, until you have a smooth, thick emulsion. Season with freshly ground white pepper.

2. Put the potatoes in a pan of well salted water (1 tsp per 600ml), bring to the boil and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until just tender (cooking times will vary according to the freshness, size and variety of your new potatoes).

Meanwhile, mix 2 tsp of the vinegar and the mustard together in another small bowl and gradually whisk in the oil to make a smooth, thick vinaigrette. Season to taste and set aside.

3. Drain the potatoes, spread them out on a tray and leave to cool slightly, then cut each one into 2 or 3 chunky pieces.

Transfer to a large mixing bowl and gently stir in the dressing, taking care not to break up the potatoes. Leave to cool completely, during which time they will absorb all the dressing. Meanwhile, chop the spring onions, pickled cucumbers and boiled eggs.

4. Put 6 tbsp mayonnaise and the soured cream or crème fraîche into a bowl, then mix in the remaining vinegar, ¼ tsp salt and some white pepper. Stir this into the cold potatoes with the spring onions, pickled cucumbers, parsley, threequarters of the chopped dill and three-quarters of the chopped hard-boiled eggs. Transfer to a clean serving bowl and sprinkle with the remaining egg and dill. Serve at room temperature.

WARM LEMON AND CHIVE POTATO SALAD This potato salad is so easy to make and makes a great side dish to any meal such as Chard, artichoke and blue cheese along with Sprouting broccoli with garlic breadcrumbs.

Ingredients 1. 500g baby new potatoes 2. 50g pancetta or streaky bacon, sliced 3. Grated zest and juice of ½ lemon 4. Small handful fresh chives, snipped 5. 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 6. 1½ tsp Dijon mustard

Method

1. Cook the potatoes in a saucepan of boiling salted water for 12-15 minutes until tender. Drain, halve any large ones, then tip into a serving dish.

Meanwhile, fry the pancetta in a pan over a medium-high heat until crisp.

2. Mix the remaining ingredients together and season.

Pour over the potatoes and pancetta, and stir to coat.

BABY POTATO AND PEPPER SALAD This salad is a perfect and creative way to use baby potatoes and peppers seasonally.

Ingredients 1kg baby new potatoes (choose a yellow-fleshed salad potato such as Charlotte) 3 tbsp olive oil Grated zest and juice of 1 lime 4 pieces roasted red pepper (from a jar), finely chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped Large bunch fresh flatleaf parsley, roughly chopped

Method

1. Halve any larger potatoes, put into a saucepan over a medium heat and pour over a kettle of boiling water. Bring back to the boil and cook for 15 minutes, or until cooked through but not quite falling apart.

2. Meanwhile, mix the oil, lime zest and juice, red pepper and onion on a large platter. Season with plenty of salt and pepper.

3. Drain the potatoes and set aside until barely warm. Add to the platter with the parsley and toss well. Serve warm or at room temperature with the smoked haddock frittata.

18

Friday, June 08, 2012

Pink Floyd tribute GOLD COST returns to Diamante´s LA RIBERA’S LATEST After a totally over sold out show last time, Diamante´s restaurant is pleased to announce that the ultimate Pink Floyd tribute is to return to the venue on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th of June.

“We are having to book two shows back to back as the demand for tickets was huge last march. In my nine years of owning Diamante´s, I have never seen anything as good or had to book two consecutive nights to fill the demand for a single show.” Already with no advertising other than word of mouth, the tickets for both dates are selling fast and with good reason. To put it simply, there really isn´t another show quite like this anywhere in Europe.

The show incorporates breath-taking sound and a fully automated, computer controlled light and laser spectacular that keeps even the most discerning concert goer amazed. If you look at the photo here it was taken in the restaurant the last time Nick performed here. The star of Think Floyd solo "Nick Barker" has recently won the prestigious ”COASTRIDER MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR 2012” award. June will also see the release of a new live CD and concert DVD filmed at an earlier show during the “VISION tour”. There will only be a select handful of dates in this area in 2012 and only a couple next year as the show is in demand right

STRING TO ITS BOW

across Spain as the vision tour continues. If there is one show NOT to miss this year, this is it. Whether you’re a Pink Floyd fan, a guitar fan or just a lover of magnificent shows, there is something here for everyone. For more info go to www.thinkfloydsolo.com Tickets are priced at €10 and include a 2 course meal plus support artist and are available from Diamante´s restaurant. Or call them on 965 352 947 Terri Hughes

The sleepy town of Santiago de la Ribera can boast many things, such as being nestled on the shores of the Mar Menor, offering a ferry service across to La Manga, being situated just five minutes from San Javier airport, having one of the most successful canoe schools and sailing schools in Spain and hosting some of the best cultural events in the region. The latest string to Santiago de la Ribera’s bow is an authentic Indian restaurant, with delicious meals prepared and served by experienced chefs from the Punjab area of India.

Not only does Gold Cost offer fantastic food, it also has a large outdoor seating area, situated in the pedestrian road of La Ribera, which is the perfect place from which to watch the world go by. The friendly staff make you feel welcome the minute you come into the restaurant.

For Indian food lovers there’s a huge choice of all your favourites, such as chicken tikka masala, lamb rogan josh, prawn madras, thai red curry, Gold Cost biryani, to name just a few of the dishes, and your favourite pittas and rices.

There are lots of interesting desserts, too, including the best crepes in town, which can all be washed down by a refreshing drink. All the food is one hundred percent homemade, and once you have eaten here it will become a firm favourite.

If you don’t fancy Indian food there is also a wide range of International dishes, such as succulent steaks starting from just 7.95€, grilled sea bass, Gold Cost Chicken; consisting of chicken breast stuffed with prawn and cheese, rump of lamb and herb-crusted swordfish. There are also eight different pasta dishes, and burgers and kebabs.

Why not take advantage of the fabulous offers they have on at the moment. There are three excellent value for money menus. Menu 1 (served 12.00 – 16.00) offers a starter (salad or soup) followed by any chicken or vegetable main course from the menu plus rice or naan, for 6.95€. Menu two (served 12.00 – 20.00) offers a starter, any chicken, lamb or veg main dish from the menu, plus rice or naan, and a drink for 10.95€. And menu 3 offers a choice of 4 starters, a choice of 4 delicious main courses dessert and a drink for 11.95€.

There is an extensive kids menu too, with prices starting at just 2.50€.

So what are you waiting for? Get on down to Gold Cost in Santiago de la Ribera. If you want to have a walk after a delicious meal you can stroll along the shores of the Mar Menor afterwards and relax to the sounds of the waves.

Gold Cost is open 12.00 to 24.00 and is situated in Calle Muñoz, number 18, on the pedestrian road of Santiago de la Ribera.

Friday, June 08, 2012

19

20

Friday, June 08, 2012

Friday, June 08, 2012

Palace celebrations go on NO, it’s nothing to do with her Majesty´s Jubilee festivities !

These celebrations are to mark the Palace Hair & Beauty Training Academy & Salon in La Zenia being awarded the only true International Hair & Beauty Training Accreditation

by VTCT, the specialist vocational awarding body !

An accreditation from VTCT offers a World Class qualification to competent students that is recognised in over 100 countries worldwide, and the Palace Academy is VTCT´s only accredited centre in Spain.

A spokesperson for the Academy said: "This unique accreditation is the result of a serious amount of hard work by a talented team of authorised tutors and business supporters "For our students it means that they can achieve vocational qualifications that allows them huge opportunity, for skilled employment in all sectors of the hair & beauty business, in most locations throughout the world."

The VTCT authorisation allows the Palace Academy to promote new and exciting courses, also to legally offer programmes specifically developed for younger students from the age of 14 upwards.

Never before available on the Costa Blanca!

The VTCT programme is involved in all the new educational initiatives, including concentrations on Key Skills, and the move toward more functional skills with e-learning and assessments.

The Palace Hair & Beauty Training Academy & Salon is located in the fabulous Tres Coronas Building in Aveneda Diamante in La Zenia, Orihuela Costa, and is custom designed as a true learning centre plus an exceptional commercial salon.

For the real "OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME" call the Academy on 966 760 133 or e.mail thepalaceacademy@gmail.com

Summer Skin Care Tips

YOU wake up on a beautiful summer’s morning. The sun is shining, birds are singing and everything seems just hunky dory — it’s the perfect day for the beach, to have a swim or a picnic with the family. It is also the perfect opportunity for you to take extra care of your skin.

Taking care of your skin should be part of your daily regime irrespective of the season.

However, during the summer months, taking care of your skin from the harsh rays of the sun should be your number one priority.

Here are a few tips to help you get your best summer skin care regime underway right away.

Clean up your act Whether or not you wear makeup, cleaning your face should become as important as brushing your teeth — every morning and every

night. And don’t think that any ordinary soap will do.

For your face you need a mild cleanser that is fragrance and chemical free.

Fragrances and chemicals only contribute to skin irritations and clogged pores.

Go for a trusted brand of cleansers such as Clinique, Clarins, Dior, MAC or any other cosmetic and skin care house with a good reputation. Don’t go for the "cheap stuff" as you will only be cutting your nose to spite your face — literally! The Clinique soap, for instance, can last up to 12 months, so it’s a small price to pay for good,

clean skin.

Hype up on hydration During the summer months, keeping your skin hydrated is vital in order to avoid any unnecessary, not to mention unattractive dryness. Hydrate your skin by making sure that you are drinking enough water and also using a quality mois-

turiser. For your face, make sure you purchase a specialist product — it may be expensive, but one bottle usually lasts you about three months and it’s well worth the investment. For the rest of your body, use a rich hydrating body cream such as Aqueous cream, Johnsons and Johnsons or Nivea.

Splurge on the sunscreen Never, ever leave the house without making sure that your face is well protected with adequate sunscreen. It doesn’t matter if you’re going to be in your car the whole day; the rays of the sun are extremely powerful and can penetrate right through your windshield. And if you’re deliberately going out into the sun for a picnic or to laze on the beach, make sure you smear sunscreen all over your body every two hours.

21

THE BIG ISSUE ON CHOLESTEROL Although cholesterol is one of the most valuable substances in the human body, cholesterol levels have become the source of much anxiety in the last couple of years. Cholesterol is a fat-like alcohol that travels through the blood attached to a substance known as lipoprotein.

Lipoproteins are of 2 main types; High density lipoprotein (HDL) also known as good cholesterol and Low density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol.

Needless to say, Lipoproteins are clearly not cholesterol. HDL is mistakenly referred to as good cholesterol because it carries cholesterol away from the arteries into the liver. On the other hand, LDL carries cholesterol to the arteries.

Cholesterol is at the core of our existence. It is needed for building and maintaining cell walls and structures which form the very framework for our support. The human brain is particularly rich in cholesterol and around 25% of all cholesterol in the body is accounted for by the brain. Every cell and every structure in the brain and the rest of our nervous system needs cholesterol, not only to build itself but also to accomplish its many functions. The eyes and brain of an unborn baby requires large amounts of cholesterol.

Additionally, cholesterol is essential for synthesizing a number of critical hormones, including the sex hormones.

Most of the cholesterol we need (75%) is made by the body, and the rest has to come from food. And scientific studies have conclusively demonstrated that cholesterol

from food has no effect on the level of our blood cholesterol. This is because cholesterol is such an essential part of our human physiology that the body has very efficient mechanisms to keep blood cholesterol at a certain level.

The problem with cholesterol is that it can become damaged. Cholesterol that occurs naturally in food is not harmful to health, but can become so if it is damaged by excessive heat or harsh food processing methods.

It is this damaged cholesterol that causes heart disease and hardening of the arteries. In other words, if you have significant amounts of damaged cholesterol in your blood circulation, you do not want a lot of LDL to carry this cholesterol to your arteries, but you want a lot of HDL available to shuttle the damaged cholesterol away from your arteries. Although it is true that a high HDL in the blood will protect a person against heart diseases, what is clearly more important is to take the necessary steps to avoid eating foods cooked at high temperatures or highly processed food.

Several scientific studies have also shown that certain plant fibres such as guar gum and carrageenan support fat and cholesterol metabolism. And these fibres have been used very successfully for cholesterol maintenance.

Studies also continue to support the health benefits of tea.

Green and black tea has been found to support already normal cholesterol.

Also the leaves of the Napal catus have the unique ability to bind and trap fat and certain sugars consumed during a meal and prevent their absorption into the body.

Reducing the amount of fat and sugar absorbed during a meal plays a role in cholesterol metabolism as well as weight reduction.

To find out more about the plant supplements discussed as well as for questions, please email contact@medb.es.

22

Friday, June 08, 2012

editor@thecourier.es COURIER POSTBAG: YOUR VIEWS ON OUR NEWS

PAWS: The feral facts WE have been alerted to unpleasant and certainly untrue slights against PAWS Animal Rescue and would welcome the opportunity through this medium, to set the record straight.

PAWS Animal Rescue, operating on Thursday mornings from the area in front of Banco Sabadell, La Marina, would like to state unequivocally, that we have absolutely no association with any other animal welfare groups in the area and indeed, provide an exclusive section of animal care.

For more than seven years, PAWS has been responsible for the monitoring, health and neutering of the feral cat population in La Marina.

Female cats are plotted, trapped, removed to the vet for overnight treatment, then returned to their family units. Any kittens are re-homed. As

a result, no longer is the Urbanisation overrun with very sick cats, bodies and faces deformed by cancers and feline AIDS. We have financed humane termination where necessary. All of this work has been very costly.

In excess of €100,000 has been raised from the sale of generously donated goods and clothes.

Not a single cent has been awarded to us from the local council!

All monies received are meticulously accounted for and our vet bills record exact expenditure for treatments, medicines, euthanasia etc. Cash donations are always receipted and thanked. Money from the Thursday sale is counted by the volunteers present and banked the following day. PAWS accounts are open to scrutiny upon request..

It is true we have a vet bill of €4,000 still outstanding. Economic times are very hard but we do our best!

We invite readers to consider ways in which they can be of help to enable us to continue providing good service in the La Marina area.

Donations may be made directly though any branch of the St. Anton's Vets or to our account at Banco Sabadell, La Marina..

Remember, it only takes a few unaffordable neutering for the situation to become out of control again !

We rely upon steady and on-going support and assure that every donation will be gratefully received and faithfully applied.

IRENE WALLACE, La Hoya, Elche. Tel. 965 455403 (full address supplied)

FUTURE’S BRIGHT WITH LORENTE AS a member of CLARO of some six years standing, I feel I have to reply to the letter from Graham Robinson, who with others resigned recently in a disgraceful display of bad taste which left the majority of CLARO members appalled.

He had every right to resign on principle if that’s how he felt, and his remarks re the past animosity against the PP party were largely true. But as they say, a week is a long time in politics.

CLARO was created with the sole aim of getting a fairer deal for the people of the Costa, which raises 50% of the total revenue for Orihuela, and in the past has seen very little returned.

The alliance with the CLR party seemed a good idea at the time.

However, from day one after the election Bob Houliston was subjected to an intolerable situation by Pedro Mancebo who, possibly frustrated by not getting the position of Mayor, made the Councillor of the Coast’s job untenable, gradually removing most powers and leaving Bob Houliston, as an honourable man, with no option other than to resign.

He could have sat tight, taken his fee and done nothing. Since then, Bob as an independent Councillor has repeatedly voted with the best interests of the Costas, on many occasions against the PP party and also at times against the Government. He as an independent Councillor forced the other parties to realise CLARO is a party which has stayed true to its aims and will not bow down to some of the bullying tactics of the Government.

In his quiet, gentlemanly way, Bob has acted, always with the backing of his committee and extended committee, to further the interests of those who gave him their votes in the last election.

With this in mind he had discussion with the PP and after meeting with Monica Lorente, we CLARO members have been impressed by her admission that in the past, Orihuela city had to a great extent been neglectful of the coast.

Rest assured with Bob looking over her shoulder, this situation will be addressed in the future.

We as members all feel Monica has learned from the past, and the future looks brighter for all of us.

M DOWDING

I WOULD just like to comment on Tony Mayes’ item in Issue 66, headlined No More Pest Sellers.

I walk through Torrevieja quite a few times each week and who ever gave Tony this info is telling porkies: Today I walked from the fountain end of the Market to Playa Cura. I passed 14 Policia Local (seven pairs) spread out along the route, all chatting and some smoking.

While they were having their chat, 43 people where selling bags, sunglasses, shirts, under-

us (the reporters) free seats then we will not write a favourable critique. Surely that is tantamount to blackmail - or am I taking it to the extreme?

FREE SEAT, Santiago de Ribera ‘Small am-dram shows’ need publicity to sell tickets and we are happy to help their cause in this way. But we’ll have to agree to disagree on the subject of press tickets. Personally, I am always happy to make a donation on the night whether or not I have paid.

- EDITOR

q

WITH the approaching tourist period, perhaps you would print the music laws of Valencia so THAT cafe/bar owners know what they can do, and residents know when they can complain.

The law categorises cafes/bars/restaurants and cafeterias as needing a licence for sound. Then they can then have karaoke, music, bingo etc. As a rough guide, the noise must be kept to a level that cannot be heard from around 20 metres away. Windows and doors must be kept closed and speakers kept inside.

Premises can stay open until 1.30am, then must be vacated and only the proprietor can remain inside behind closed doors.

Special events such as charity fundraisers, celebrations or fiestas depend on permission being sought and the owner having the relevant paperwork filled in and agreed in plenty of time.

Obviously it depends on the location of the property pants, wrist bands, wooden toys and the proximity to other etc as they do and have done for bars/cafes,restaurants and months. Except that now they residents. take up most of the walking Let’s hope this information space and stop you sitting on will cut down on the friction the seats because their stuff is caused by not knowing the in front of the seats. law.

On my walk back I stopped at P CRANE, La Florida a cafe for coffee and was asked If the law was applied SIX times, did I want sunglasses across the board (and or a watch.

If Torry wants to save money assuming nothing has and keep the town’s shops from been lost in translation), closing on a daily basis they that would be very helpful. need to do something - and now.

But this is Spain...

MARGARET HURST -EDITOR

Six of the pest

Showtime: A pressing problem

WITH regard to your comments on Barry Weston’s letter regarding free tickets for the Press, I tend to agree with him. Why should a charity give up two paying seats so that a critic and ‘friend’ can write a favourable comment about the show? We are not talking about long running West End shows but small am-dram shows that have, generally, a few performances. Also most of the shows will have finished by the time your critique is published. Another interpretation of your paper’s stance is that if you don't give

How Valencia calls the tune

I WOULD just like to thank Mark and Julie, aka The Blues Brothers!, at La Rosa Garden Bar in Los Alcazares for letting the Caballeros put on a show in order to raise funds for Pets in Spain and PAWS Animal Rescue.

It was a fabulous afternoon and we managed to raise €600 for the charities.

Since starting the fundraisers in January of this year, the Caballeros have managed to raise

q

All so rosy at La Rosa almost €4,000 for charities in the area and are continuing to do so with the next show on June 25 at the Sports Complex in La Marina Urbanisation to help EMAUS, the Children’s Home in Elche.

MICHELLE Hat Trick Promotions

Friday, June 08, 2012

23

RICHARD CAVENDER

Bluemoon Solutions www.bluemoonsolutions.es

BlueMoon Solutions is the computer and IT services company on the Costa Blanca, they provide quality computer services at realistic prices and specialise in working with home users and small businesses.

Richard moved to Spain four years ago having left his management background behind in the UK and decided to use his IT skills to help home users and small businesses with their PC problems. Now a relaxed 'computer man' he is out and about in the Spanish sun every day, making house and shop calls and using his vast experience and qualifications to (usually) sort out the problem there and then.

Computers are his hobby as well as his work so don’t be surprised to get an answer to your email in the early hours!

ADVICE: Alexia wanted to know how to increase the FIXED: Derek was pulling out his hair with the frustrating memory on her laptop after receiving messages from way that Hotmail deals with its auto-complete suggestions.

AVG

Q

Hello Richard. Can you recommend a good defragment programme I could use, as AVG keeps coming up asking me to close my laptop down as I don't have very much memory. I've cleared all the unwanted emails, sent, deleted, drafts etc., and any documents, pictures, so I think the laptop needs a good cleaning out of its memory.

Hope you can help, I've looked on Google, but I'm a bit apprehensive about downloading anything else on top of what I've already got. Kind regards, Alexia Hi Alexia, whilst it’s true that if your computer’s hard drive is highly fragmented, performing a defrag on it will help improve system performance it’s also true that Windows 7 computers are set to automatically defragment on a regular basis so this is probably not the reason for your problem. You can check your defrag schedule, run a defrag or change the schedule by clicking on the start button, typing “Disk Defragmenter”, you will see an icon appear with the same name, just click on it to see what the setup is.

A

From your email it sounds to me like the laptop needs to have more RAM added, RAM is the “working memory” of your computer and shouldn’t be confused with the hard drive where you store your pictures, emails etc. If your computer is running out of memory (as reported by AVG), then it’s the RAM that its running out of and not the hard drive so removing pictures etc. won’t make much difference unless your hard drive is very full which is unlikely on an computer just 18 months old.

office@bluemoonsolutions.es www.bluemoonsolutions.es Mobile: 655 044 970

Office: 902 906 200

Don’t forget you can follow me on twitter @bluemoonspain Alternatively why don’t you sign up for my newsletter. You can do this by going to:www.bluemoonsolutions.es and fill in the form that is on any page except the front page.

Q A

Hi Richard, I use Hotmail. When one of my friends changes their e-mail address I go to my contacts and delete it but when I want to send them an e-mail I still have both addresses. How do I delete an address when I send them an e-mail? Derek

Hi Derek, yes it’s annoying isn’t it – you are not the only person with this issue.

Hotmail automatically offers the email address of anyone that you have previously communicated with as soon as you start to type their name. As you have found, if I used to communicate with someone called john@gmail.com who has recently changed their email address to johnspain@gmail.com as soon as I start to type the email address, Hotmail will offer both the old and new addresses, this feature is called autocomplete and yes it’s annoying.

Hotmail thinks it’s being helpful but it’s not, especially as you mention that you have gone to the trouble of updating the email address in the contact record within Hotmail.

You will be pleased to learn that this is a setting that you can change within your Hotmail options, just do the following…

1. Sign in to your Windows Live Hotmail account.

2. Click Options then More Options in the top right hand portion of the email page 3. Under Customizing Hotmail, choose Advanced privacy settings look at the settings for Auto-complete settings.

4. Change the setting to “Only suggest people in my contact list” 5. Click Save …Hotmail will now only offer autocomplete suggestions from contacts in your contact list so as long as you keep that up to date then you won’t have any frustrating problems.

Update: Hi Richard, thanks very much for your advice. It has worked perfectly. Derek

ADVICE: Annika wanted to know what to do when she received an error message about plugins being out of date.

Q A

Hi Richard, I wonder what this means – “some plugins used by this page are outdated' - it comes up all the time. Can I start the update for that? Or what to do?

Have a nice day. Annika Hi Annika, your web browser is simply informing you that some of the plugins (small programs designed to help you perform certain actions online like checking that websites are safe to use for example) are out of date, you should accept the link to update them.

24

Friday, June 08, 2012

Friday, June 08, 2012

25

26

Friday, June 08, 2012

SPANISH PRESS

JOB SHARKS PREY ON UNEMPLOYED El País

Foreigners take money and run from Spain El País

WITH the economic crisis sending unemployment levels spiralling, bogus job frauds are being aimed at vulnerable people who are desperate for work.

THE extent of the lack of confidence of foreign investors in Spain was evidenced by a massive outflow of funds invested in bonds, stocks and bank deposits The FACUA (Consumers in Action) organisation has in March, figures released last reported 10 different types of job scam, all of which have week by the Bank of Spain been advertised in both newspapers and on web pages.

The most common is the advertisement that asks those showed. interested to phone a number beginning with 806, 807, Net withdrawals in March came 902 or 905 - all premium rate lines. to 66.2 billion euros, almost douAfter spending money they can ill afford, these unfortuble the amount in December nate job seekers will be no closer to gaining employment.

2011, the previous record high.

Other scams ask job seekers to pay money into a bank The central bank began compilaccount to cover paperwork or postage costs for informaing financial investment flow figtion on the work on offer. ures in 1990.

They are then left out of pocket, waiting for information Spain’s risk premium hit a eurothat never arrives. era high of 540 basis points last Then there is the con that offers work-at-home jobs, with Wednesday after a massive sella charge being imposed for materials needed to carry out off of government bonds. the work.

At the same time, according to Once the material arrives it becomes evident to the purfigures from the European chaser that the package bought is worthless and will not Central Bank, bank deposits allow them to earn the promised salary. by companies and individuals Another trick is to promise someone a job after they in Spanish banks declined have completed a course, which of course they must pay 31.441 billion euros in April to do. from the previous month to At the end of the course there is no job.

1.624 trillion. That was the Perhaps the worst scam is the one that dupes innocent second biggest monthly fall people into laundering money, leaving them not only vicafter January 2010. tims of a con but potentially facing a long prison sentence. PROSTITUTES are feeling the squeeze of the financial crisis, with earnings half what Over the course of the past This works by convincing people they will earn large they were before the crash began.

12 months, deposits have This is leading some members of the world’s oldest profession to look for alterna- declined by 103.735 billion sums of money by mediating in international transactions.

So, don’t ever pay out money to get a job and remem- tive work, but worryingly it is forcing others to indulge in dangerous practices, euros.The fall was caused by according to Murcia ber, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is. non-residents withdrawing La Verdad CATS (Committee offerfunds. Deposits by Spanish ing Support to Sex gerous acts, such as residents increased by eight Workers). having sex without billion euros to 1.16 trillion.

CATS, which offers using any form of pro- q On Sunday, Der Spiegel the g s been payin assistance to an aver- tection, putting them at reported that Germany is cessary. Aeromur ha find a new guar- ne to s ed n. ne loa rt po the Air on A age of 20 prostitutes a risk of AIDS and pressuring Spain to take a st ere int CORVER fin the un if s ros ain port rem 200 million eu But the longer the air antor for the sum of s, day, says women have unwanted pregnancies. Brussels d ne rda pla Ve d rescue plan. an La , ers ed ng ish sse fin fall earnings ished and closed to pa new facility is to be The people who CATS According to the magazine, ed to cover the seen ed ne be l wil y ne mo the more because of a drop in help are 93% female, Angela Merkel’s government, reports. cyr, had two years The last guarantor, Sa interest payments. io clients and in the 4% transvestites and which estimates that the st. ton ere An , int g rks yin wo pa c bli rt sta The councillor for pu before it was due to be amount arcan 3% men. There are 610 Spanish banking sector will they ed that it will now now up and a new gu Sevilla, has explain Those two years are ancial charge. fin from Latin America, 419 need between 50 and 90 bilthe h wit . ate nd oti sary to reneg antor needs to be fou This has left some Eastern Europeans, 80 lion euros, decided last week ed and opera- neces n. ish tio fin era en op be d the ha d rt hin po be If the air bodies feeling Spanish prostitutes 255 to begin convincing Spain to and would not have been tional on time, this obliged to perform dan- Africans. take a rescue.

Rise in dangerous sex as no call for call girls

ed d n u ro g s e n la p t u b rs a Interest so

27

Friday, June 08, 2012

UK HEADLINES

DIAMOND DAZZLE HUMBLES QUEEN IN a rare address to the country and Commonwealth, the Queen said on Tuesday that she was "humbled" by the celebrations staged for her Diamond Jubilee.

In a message of thanks broadcast as the festivities drew to a close, she said she was deeply touched to see so many people coming together to mark the occasion.

Her address in full said: “The events that I have attended to mark my Diamond Jubilee have been a humbling experience.

“It has touched me deeply to see so many

The Sun

thousands of families, neighbours and friends celebrating together in such a happy atmosphere.

“But Prince Philip and I want to take this opportunity to offer our special thanks and appreciation to all those who have had a hand in organising these Jubilee celebrations.

“It has been a massive challenge, and I am sure that everyone who has enjoyed these festive occasions realises how Daily Mail much work has been involved.

“I hope that memories of all this year’s happy events will brighten our lives for many years to come. I will continue to treasure and draw inspiration from the AN overzealous car park warden stuck TEN parking countless kindnesses shown tickets on a car parked in a hospital’s disabled bay as to me in this country and throughout the the owner was undergoing emergency surgery.

The tickets were slapped all over the Mini by the Commonwealth.

“Thank you all.” warden after the patient parked in the bay.

The broadcast, lasting just She could not move the car due to emergency surgery, but the ticket blitz came despite her showing her over two minutes, was blue disabled badge and a recorded in the Presence note saying she was in for Room in Buckingham Palace yesterday before the Jubilee transplant treatment.

The woman patient - who Concert.

It was transmitted on telehas not been named parked her Mini in a dis- vision and radio at 6pm in the and across the abled bay at the University UK Hospital of Wales in Cardiff as she went for treatment after a kidney swap.

But after an emergency she was forced to stay in THE hosepipe ban is expected to be lifted early the hospital and was unable to drive her car away.

The ten parking tickets - each with a £30 fine - were after the recent heavy rain.

Water companies and the plastered in a mosaic across her windscreen on ten occasions from May 16 until this weekend.

Environment Agency have Other visitors hit out at parking wardens, employed been put under pressure to by private company Vinci Park UK. end restrictions before the Andrew RT Davies, leader of the Welsh Conserva- world turns its eyes to Britain tives, called for “compassion”. He said: “The issuing of for the Olympic Games.

10 tickets is a little overzealous, to say the least.”

The ban was imposed in

Kidney patient’s parking sick-ets

Commonwealth, and was also made available on the Royal Channel on YouTube.

Broadcasts other than the traditional annual Christmas message are infrequent, although the Queen did address the nation on the Gulf War in February 1991.

And in 1997 she broadcast live to the nation in a tribute to the Princess of Wales.

The television and radio broadcast was transmitted from the balcony at Buckingham Palace overlooking the crowds gathered to pay their respects to Diana.

Daily Express WHEN it comes to bling, no Royal can outshine the Queen.

On Tuesday she was wearing a brooch made from the largest rough gem-quality diamond ever found.

Known as Granny’s Chips, the Cullinan III and IV brooch comprises a 94.4 carat diamond and another of 63.6 carats and is estimated to be worth more than £50million.

Rain sees off hosepipe ban Daily Mail April and was supposed to run until Christmas amid warnings of shortages and threats to rivers and wildlife following two dry winters.

The Environment Agency, which advises the Government on water levels, says levels have recovered

following record rainfall in April and early May. A decision on lifting the ban in most affected areas is expected before the end of this month.

Water companies, the Environment Agency and the Government all have to agree before the ban can be reversed.

Daily Mail

Recession bricks up property trillions UK HOMEOWNERS are sitting on a property goldmine worth £5.6 trillion, a study has found.

The huge sum may offer some comfort at a time when families and pensioners are struggling to keep pace with the biggest squeeze on the cost of living in 60 years.

During the consumer and house price boom of the 1980s and the early 2000s many homebuyers took out second mortgages to unlock the cash in their homes to improve living standards, buy new cars and take exotic holidays.

Pensioners also borrowed against their homes through the controversial Home Income Plans, which left many at risk of losing the roof over their heads.

However, in today’s double-dip recession, the £5.6 trillion value of property remains largely untapped as families are less inclined to increase home loans at a time when they might lose their jobs.

28

Friday, June 08, 2012

VIRTUAL VISIT TORREVIEJA U3A members enjoyed a virtual visit to the Galapagos Islands with a talk from Ray Marsh about his recent trip.

Complete with slides of the varied wildlife and spectacular scenery, Ray gave a fascinating talk on the islands and how they influenced the work of Charles Darwin.

U3A then heard about the work of Friends of Avinença (FoA).

FoA is involved in many projects in the north of Valencia and visits places not open to the general public, including the Loggerhead Turtle

Rehabilitation Reserve, The Vulture Re-introduction Project in Alcoy and the Aitana Radar Station.

The projects include clearing invasive species, plants and turtles, from a lagoon in Moraira; volunteering to help monitor the health of rivers and helping to manage an olive grove.

A new Friends of Avinença (South) group has been set up. For details visit www.avinenca.es or email torrevieja4all@gmail.com.

Details on U3A can be found at www.torreviejau3a.org.

S TA G E S T R U C K ’ S production Ancient Grease was a sell-out success, with audience members dancing in the aisles and singing along to all the songs.

All three performances received standing ovations.

A final tally of the money raised for charity is not yet available, but donations in excess of 2000 euros will be divided between Adismon for disabled

Greasing MORE POWER palms of TO THE KIDS charities children and the Alzheimer’s Association.

Director, Stella Reardon said: “The success of this group is down to the dedication and hard work of every member and the generous support of the public.”

THE Power pub in San Fulgencio celebrated raising €1200 for Elche children’s home Emaus at a fun-filled evening last Friday with The Fantastic Harry Valentino band.

Bar owners Vicente and Fina Peres teamed up with local fundraisers Dave and Emma Goben to raise money for the charity.

Keen runners Vicente and Fina recently completed a sponsored half marathon in Elche, whilst Dave and Emma have been organising dog racing evenings in local bars including Montgomery’s in Formentera, the Thistle and Dragon in Benimar 2 and Ruby’s in El Raso.

FIXING IT FOR JIM

Celebrity golf is a swinging success

ONE of Scotland's fastest-growing charities has said thanks a million once again to the kind-hearted people of Costa Calida.

The Mary Leishman Foundation flew in recently for its third annual fundraising weekend - and went home bowled over by the incredible generosity of its hosts.

Now the 65 golfers and celebrities who soaked up the fun are already ticking off the days until they can do it all again next year.

The foundation, set up three years ago after the tragic death from cancer of Mary - wife of football personality and now top Scottish politician Jim Leishman brought in around £15,000 on the Costa to add to more than £500,000 already donated from events at home and abroad.

Jim, named Provost of Fife

Paddy’s makes a point of supporting nurses PADDY’S Point Golf Society captain John Bryan presented a cheque for €906 to Susan Reader from Paul Cunningham Nurses.

All systems Mo: TKO’s Lee Fox with surprise guest Leila Morse - Big Mo in Eastenders just days before touching down at Murcia Airport, said: “Every year we go home thinking things can’t get any better, yet the next we come back and somehow it

IS better. I can’t find the words to properly express our gratitude.”

Big names including former England striker Cyrille Regis, top pro golfer Gordon Sherry and Scottish football leading lights Craig Brown, Jim Jefferies, Gordon Durie, Paul Kane, Allan Preston, Stevie Crawford, Joe Harper and many more hurled themselves into the weekend from the off.

Saturday saw the big event - the Golf For May

Maria on march again

MARIA and The Pink Ladies are holding their annual five kilometre walk in aid of AECC this Sunday, to raise much-needed funds to help in the fight against cancer.

The walk starts in front of Surfers Bar at the promenade in Playa Flamenca. Last year’s walk raised nearly €14,000, all of which was donated to AECC. This year they hope to raise even more. In the two years since they started raising funds for AECC Maria and the Pink Ladies have raised over €38,000. For details and to register call Maria on 603 292 963 between 10am and 4pm, visit www.pinkladies.es, or email info@pinkladies.es.

celeb-am tournament at Peraleja Golf Club. Then it was back to Torre Pacheco for a spectacular ball, where the 220 guests were joined by a surprise celebrity guest Leila actress Morse, alias Big Mo Harris from Eastenders.

A host of local businesses gave generously to a raffle that raised around £1,500, while an auction with lots including signed portraits of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Pacino and Formula One legend Fernando Alonso brought in £8,000.

After the official bit was done, guests danced way into the night to the amazing sounds of rock'n'roll revival band The Red Tops and a brilliant disco session from Lee Fox of TKO FM. also Foundation The showed its thanks to the local area by handing over cheques for €2,000 to help buy new books for schoolchildren in San Cayetano and €3,000 to Help At Home.

Shirley Graham, who lives in San Cayetano, organises the Costa end of the event.

Foundation president Billy Braisby said a special thank you to Shirley, “without whom none of this would happen.

She’s a star.”

The money was raised from scratch cards and a marathon golf day at Las Colinas, which was followed by a fabulous meal at Las Ramblas Golf restaurant.

Then it was back to Paddy’s Point for more festivities, a bit of dancing and a few more drinks!

John was quick to point out that although he was there to organise the golf, the stars of the hospitality were his wife Janet, Hazel, Shaun - captain from 2011, and Lisa from Spud Murphy’s in Playa Flamenca.

From left: Hazel O'Connor, John Bryan and Susan Reader

q

DENISE GOUDIE invited Susan Reader along to her weekly bingo group in Bar Adamus in Punta Prima to present PCN with €350. The group has been raising funds since the beginning of the year. Special thanks were given to organiser Denise and callers Tony Affleck and Bobby G.

q

PCN’s Susan Reader is taking, in her own words, “a little rest from charity work to spend some time playing with my grandsons and just sitting in my swinging hammock!’’

She would like to thank everyone who has supported her over the last three years.

Carmen’s little rascals join in song and dance THIS year’s Rascals variety show contains music, dance and comedy from many popular musicals.

Hello Dolly, The Sound of Music, Brigadoon, Anything Goes, Starlight Express and Mama Mia are just a few of the shows featured.

And, for the first time, the group has invited the Carmen Lorente Dance School to join in.

They will be dancing to a couple of numbers from Mary Poppins in the first half and will treat audiences to an Irish dance in the second half.

This colourful show will be performed at the Virgen del HELP At Home Costa Blanca has said a big thank you Carmen, Torrevieja on June to everyone who has raised money for the organisation 14 and 15. Tickets cost €6 and in recent weeks. proceeds go to Alzheimer’s.

This includes Pablo’s International Bar in Playa To reserve tickets, call Sue Flamenca, which raised €438 at its Stars in Their Eyes on 96 678 4874 or Jill on 96 event; Jukebox Promotions, who raised €1000 during 672 7282. Or buy from the May; and, The Torrevieja Show Group, which donated box office outside the €100 from its show That Sinking Feeling.

Municiple Theatre or online The next fundraising event for the charity is The at Servicam.

Sunshinefm Fun Day at Alfie’s Dock La Mata on June For further information visit 15 from 12 noon. www.therascals.info

Thanks for your Help!

29

Friday, June 08, 2012

By HELEN ATKINSON IN the wake of a showpiece spectacular in Torrevieja last year, Joe Longthorne is set to return to Spain this summer Longthorne will perform in Torrevieja, Denia, Costa Calida, and Mazarron/La Manga during August.

He will also be showcasing in Gibraltar, Majorca, Nova/Magaluf and Palma.

And as he’ll be hot-footing it here after concerts in Blackpool this month, it will be a gruelling summer for the entertainer

Spanish tour for Joe Longthorne who has fought cancer in recent years.

But, says Longthorne: “I am feeling fantastic.”

Longthorne was diagnosed with lymphoma and underwent treatment in 1990. In 2003 he was told he had leukaemia and he had a bone marrow transplant in 2005 after he appealed for a donor.

At that time Longthorne, 57, was seriously ill in hospital having contracted pneumonia and was given the last rites by a priest.

Ahead of his summer shows in Blackpool and Spain, Longthorne - mostfamed for his Shirley Bassey impersonation - along with Elvis, Sinatra, and others - said: “I feel fine. I watch what I eat

and drink plenty of water. And top up at night time with two pints of lager!”

Longthorne also spoke of friend Englebert Humperdinck, who flopped in the Eurovision Song Contest.

“Englebert is a friend of mine. It was a big gamble to do the Eurovision. But a lot of it is political,” said Longthorne, who has also performed at Benidorm Palace.

HOP, ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

Raving Rupert will sock it to audiences at US-style bash IF you fancy whipping off your shoes and dancing to the best sounds of the 50s and 60s, then the Sock Hop is for you.

Sock hops originated at high school dances in the United States where dancers had to remove their shoes to protect the highly polished wooden floors of gymnasiums and cafeterias.

And now, for the first time, the sock hop is coming to venues on the Costa Blanca.

But don’t worry, you won’t have to remove your shoes - unless you want to but you will have to enjoy great music and like a good bop, or at the very least watching others getting energetic on the dance floor.

Dress up in 50s and 60s style if you feel like it, and if you decorate your socks you

will be in with a chance of winning the best-dressed sock prize.

There will be fabulous rock ’n’ roll music live from Raving Rupert who has appeared with Bill Haley, Gene Vincent, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Shakin Stevens, Matchbox and Marty Wilde, plus many more stars.

Support for the tour will come from Peter Day and Fiona McLean of Jukebox Legends, who have also worked with some of the top names from the 60s.

Jukebox Promotions, the tour promoters, promise a show “filled with nostalgia, excitement and foot tapping music from start to finish; we defy you to sit still”.

The Sock Hop Tour kicks off on June 17 at The Rendezvous, Campoamor, 608 467 597. The bopping then continues at Las

Carmen Lorente Dance School members, who will feature in this year’s Rascals variety show. They will perform numbers from Mary Poppins - and also an Irish dance.

Palmeras, Crevillente, 965 400 188, June 24; Condado Club, Condado de Murcia (nr Camposol), 634 354 491, June 26; Olympia, Mil Palmeras, 965 320 822, June 27; Santa Pola Life Resort, Gran Alacant, 966 619 010, June 28; and Casa Ventura, San Luis, 966 789 247, June 29.

Pre-show meals are included or available at most shows. All shows start at 8.30pm, with seating from 8pm.

Tickets start from €8.50 and are available at venues or online at www.jukeboxpromotions.co.uk, or call 695 135 134.

Tickets are likely to sell fast as Jukebox Promotions say this era of music is very popular with Costa Blanca residents.

Raving Rupert...he’ll present live Rock ‘’ n’ Roll music

JUBILEE PARTY IS A REAL GASS! THE Gilbert and Sullivan Society celebrated Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee wih a party at the home of members John and Juliet Gardiner.

The afternoon included quizzes, a Derby sweepstake and a raffle.

The Society now take a rest from rehearsals, although a number of social events will take place during the summer. In September the group will reform under the new banner of ‘GASS Entertainers’ and start rehearsing the comic musicals The Zoo and Trial by Jury.

New members would be very welcome so if you can sing, act or play piano, then this friendly society is for you. Rehearsals are held Fridays 5:30pm - 8:00pm at Restaurant Oasis, Torreta III, Torrevieja.

Go along and see or contact Sue Woodward on 966784108, email suzywoodward@gmail.com or check out www.gilbertandsullivansociety.eu for more info

Culture takes to Playa Flamenca streets DESPITE bad weather, the fourth Merca-de-Art (art, craft and collectors fair) held last Sunday in Playa Flamenca was a great success.

More than 60 stallholders braved the elements, with artists, crafters and collectors offering everything from paintings and sculptures to stamps and vinyl discs.

The event was organised by the Orihuela Concejalía de Cultura with help from volunteers from the Voluntariado Cultural.

It is the job of the Consejalía de Cultura to promote and sponsor cultural activities in Orihuela, Orihuela Costa and the pedanias.

The Merca-de-Arte events aim to help artists and artisans by giving them opportunties to display and sell their work.

The events create open-air exhibition spaces and, effectively get culture out onto the streets where it can by enjoyed by all.

The ayuntamiento prepared the

area for the fair, installed display tables and chairs, all free of charge.

Of the 62 artists, crafters and collectors who turned up, twelve were from the Orihuela Costa.

The bad weather did force a few of the stallholders to leave early but most stayed to enjoy the day, their spirits not dampened by the rain.

And, in the end, the sun shone and all who attended agreed it was a good day out and great display of local talent and collector items.

30

Friday, June 08,16, 2012 Friday, December 2011

Scirocco GTS 2012 revealed Volkswagen has announced a new Scirocco GTS will debut at the 2012 Leipzig Auto Show - 30 years after the original made its debut in 1982.

With the same 210hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine as the existing Scirocco GT, this is little more than a styling exercise.

But it's packed full of nostalgic touches including full length racing stripes and a dimpled gear knob that pays homage to the golf ball style item fitted to the original. Yes, just

like the early Golf GTIs. In fact, the original Scirocco GTS was sold with a GTI badge in the UK. Which is why we’re less familiar with the GTS label here 210hp and a six-speed manual gearbox mean 0-62mph in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 149mph. Similarly, expect it to claim fuel economy of around 38.2mpg with 172g/km CO2 emissions.

This is assuming none of the bodywork modifications have significantly altered the

aerodynamics. The GTS gets new front and rear bumpers, new side sills, and a rear diffuser and roof spoiler borrowed from the high performance Scirocco R. The wheels are 18-inch 'Thunder' alloys, with red-painted brake callipers behind.

There's also red detailing for the door mirror caps, adding to the racy looks.

Sadly, there are no plans to bring the VW Scirocco GTS to the UK, and Volkswagen hasn't yet revealed any pricing details. It goes on show in Leipzig on 2 June.

Friday, June 08, 2012

31

Chevvy Utd Catch that David Coulthard and professional golfer Jake Shepherd have set a new Guinness World Record for the furthest golf tee shot caught in a moving car.

Coulthard caught the golf ball, which was travelling at 178mph, while driving a Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster at 120mph – making the catch a full 275 yards from the tee.

The remarkable (and slightly bizarre) world record was made last week at the Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey: the same location where Top Gear is filmed.

Coulthard himself admitted it was “definitely one of the most unusual things

Chevrolet will replace Audi as official car supplier to the team, a deal that’s been in place since 2004.

The move by Chevrolet parent firm GM is part of plans to broaden the value brand’s worldwide appeal – Manchester United is the world’s most popular football team, with an estimated fanbase of more than 650 million.

Chevrolet will reveal full details of the deal at a press conference in Shanghai, where the English Premier League team has more than 100 million fans. Growth in China is considered a key opportunity for Chevrolet.

David Gill, Manchester United CEO, said: “Although part of two very different industries, Chevrolet and Manchester United share many of the same values.

“Like the Club, it is steeped in history having recently celebrated its centenary and it has also grown to be a global brand, selling cars in more than 140 countries.

“Above all, it too strives to be the best in

its field and I am delighted to welcome Chevrolet as our Official Automotive Partner.”

“Manchester United has some of the most passionate supporters of any sporting club in the world,” said GM global chief marketing officer Joel Ewanick.

“The Chevrolet family is proud to partner with Manchester United and is fully committed to putting these fans at the centre of everything we do.”

Richard Arnold, Manchester United commercial director, added: “This is… the first time we have teamed up with a U.S. automotive partner and with the growing popularity of the Club and English football in America, we are hoping the relationship will allow us to further expand our fan base in the country.”

The deal will see the Chevrolet bowtie logo appear on pitchside advertising hoardings, player benches and interview backdrops, although Aon will remain the team’s key shirt sponsor.

Cardboard art

British artist Chris Gilmour, 34, creates amazing lifelike art using just cardboard and glue. His works range from an Aston Martin DB5 and Fiat 500 to a Harley-Davidson.

The objects are so realistic that during past exhibitions people have tried to interact with them as if they were real items, just covered in paper.

Trying to sit in the Aston is not recommended!

Gilmour has taken recycling to another level, creating his life-size art from used and discarded boxes found on the street. Many of the works even feature some of the old branding as a token reminder of the packaging’s mundane past life.

Based in Italy, Gilmour started his cardboard art by experimenting with small domestic items, such as coffee pots and a typewriter, before moving on to larger, more complex projects like the Lambretta motorbike and Ford Hot Rod. The artist creates his sup-

port-structure-free creations using just two components boxes and adhesive. 'I like the idea of concentrating on the material in its 'natural state' and playing with the idea of these beautiful objects represented with a material from the waste basket,' he explains.

I’ve ever been asked to do with a car.

“Jake Shepherd was great to work with and the performance of the SLS AMG Roadster made driving to catch a midair golf ball even more exciting.

“I am honoured to have received the Guinness World Record for the furthest golf shot caught in a car.”

David George, Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars marketing director, said the world record stunt was done to mark Mercedes’ association with golf ahead of the Open Championship.

“It was great to set a new world record in the process thanks to an amazing effort from David and Jake.”

32

Friday, June 08, 2012

CODE CRACKER Code Cracker is a crossword puzzle with no clues; instead, every letter of the alphabet has been replaced by a number, the same number representing the same letter throughout the puzzle. All you have to do is decide which letter is represented by which number. In this week’s puzzle, 26 represents Z and 7 represents Q, when these letters have been entered throughout the puzzle, you should have enough information to start guessing words and discovering other letters.

QUICKIE

DOUBLE CROSS-WORD Solve the Double Cross-Word puzzle using either the standard or cryptic clues, the answers are exactly the same.

CRYTPIC CLUES Across 1 Wishes of French parents (7) 5 Destroy copse area (5) 8 It’s time totter goes after rubbish (7) 9 Supply for Tom Queen (5) 10 Letter of credit to me contains more of the same (5) 11 Protect confused cousin Henry (7) 12 Scared to be mixed up with something religious (6) 14 Prepared sauces for the campaigns (6) 17 Dish that may sink in a little way (7) 19 Greek character thus in harmony (5) 22 Credit is power snack (5) 23 More crusty sailor back on deck (7) 24 Head of state or railway is pathetic (5) 25 Well, well, they could be seasons (7) STANDARD CLUES

Down 1 Went out with old hat (5) 2 Set out to show fear (5) 3 A loving gift from Lancashire (3,4) 4 Heinz’s ketchup’s secret study (6) 5 Belts made from hose (5) 6 Gets in boats at sea (7) 7 Foreign currency in queen’s messages (7) 12 Goes for less etc by accident (7) 13 Money that is right for the till operator (7) 15 Another time frame if not the current gadget (7) 16 Debars odd-looking whiskers (6) 18 Dog comes back quietly, finally finishing off fish (5) 20 Descendent defaces coins (5) 21 Moans about fishes (5) Down

1 Old-fashioned (5) 2 Begin (5) 1 Wants (7) 3 Emblem of Lancashire 5 Range (5) (3,4) 8 Drivel (7) 4 Outline (6) 9 Provide (5) 5 Hosiery (5) 10 As before (5) 6 Gets (7) 11 Pillow (7) 7 Tasks (7) 12 Chooses (7) 12 Holy (6) 13 Bank clerk (7) 14 Induces (6) 15 Instrument that meas17 Pasta dish (7) ures electrical current (7) 19 Instrumental sounds (5) 16 Growths of facial hair 22 Crunchy (5) (6) 23 More irritable (7) 18 Rainbow fish (5) 24 Apologetic (5) 20 Child (5) 25 Bounces (7) 21 Complains (5) Last weeks Solution Across: 1 Staged, 4 Padres, 9 Replica, 10 Image, 11 Exeat, 12 Dislike, 13 Hide-and-seek, 18 Eyeball, 20 Alert, 22 Alter, 23 Veteran, 24 Thames, 25 Delete.

Down: 1 Series, 2 Ample, 3 Epistle, 5 Amiss, 6 Realise, 7 See red, 8 Hand in glove, 14 Inertia, 15 Startle, 16 Repast, 17 Stance, 19 Agree, 21 Eyrie.

FILL IT IN

Complete the crossword grid by using the given words:

3 letter words Ado Bet Eye Gel Mob Oat Ops Per Pet Rod Sap Sat Set Sir Spa Who 4 letter words Ages Anon Aria Arms Asia

Babe Bill Boss Coot Eons Errs Erse Heat Ilks Leek Lint Lots Naan Odds Okra Roar Robe Root Seek Sere Sins Slat Slit

Passé Stem Plier Tabu Sable Tall Sagas Tint Sails Told Satay Twee Satin Ulna Serum Veal Spoor Wees Swear Woos 5 letter words 6 letter words Albino Abler Allege Acres Batter Aegis Siesta Aeons 8 letter words Alias Lactates Dance Seaports Dated Steadily Delay Sweetpea Lingo Oriel Osier Ovule

SPANISH-ENGLISH CROSSWORD Improve your Spanish - clues in Spanish, answers in English or vice versa.

Across

Across 1 First book of Old Testament (7) 5 Accumulate (5) 8 Special loved one (7) 9 Mistake (5) 10 Give or supply (5) 11 Desert (7) 12 Old muzzle-loading shoulder gun (6) 14 Hold on to (6) 17 Hair cleanser (7) 19 Shrub (5) 22 Nimble (5) 23 Bloated (7) 24 Lessen (5) 25 Tryst (7)

Down 1 Light-headed (5) 2 Hospital worker (5) 3 Defraud (7) 4 Indicate (6) 5 Playing field (5) 6 Reduce in scope (7) 7 Weird (7) 12 Eye make-up (7) 13 Staying power (7) 15 Certificate of merit (7) 16 Remains of a plant or animal preserved in rock (6) 18 Share of something (5) 20 Map collection (5) 21 Wooden projection (5)

Last weeks Solution Across: 1 Phantom, 5 Cobra, 8 Illness, 9 Oasis, 10 Robot, 11 Enhance, 12 Putter, 14 Advise, 17 Scalpel, 19 Slant, 22 Ethos, 23 Agitate, 24 Scans, 25 Suspend.

Down: 1 Prior, 2 Ad-lib, 3 Theatre, 4 Master, 5 Cloth, 6 Basenji, 7 Austere, 12 Possess, 13 Trachea, 15 Dismiss, 16 Always, 18 Poses, 20 Aware, 21 Tread.

Scribble Pad

Across

Down

1 Rodilla (4) 4 Mushrooms (flattopped) (5) 9 Example (7) 10 Bee (5) 11 Cruz (figura) (5) 12 Teatro (7) 13 Escaso (pelo, bosque) (6) 15 Deportes (6) 19 Straight (direction) (7) 21 Perdedor (5) 23 Puro (5) 24 Heart (organ, symbol of love) (7) 25 Jabones (para lavar) (5) 26 Mass (religious) (4)

2 Grandson (5) 3 Handcuffs (7) 4 Liso (terreno, superficie) (6) 5 Suit (for man) (5) 6 Más dulce (7) 7 Vallas (6) 8 Merluza (4) 14 Overcoats (7) 16 Peregrino (7) 17 Fuerte (persona, físicamente) (6) 18 Flies (insects) (6) 19 Twelve (4) 20 Letter (mail) (5) 22 Tallas (de ropas) (5)

33

Friday, June 08, 2012

Quiz Word

Across 1 In Greek mythology, what was the name of the god of the sea and of water generally? (8) 7 See 2 Down 8 Which verb means ‘to make English in form or character’? (9) 9 What forename was shared by the second wife of Argentine president Juan Perón and the mistress and later wife of Adolf Hitler? (3) 10 Which period of time is equal to one-24th of a day? (4) 11 Which city staged the 1936 Summer Olympic Games? (6) 13 What name is applied to a person who is excessively concerned with minor details and rules or with displaying academic learning? (6) 14 In Greek mythology, who was the son of Daedalus, who escaped from Crete using wings made by his father but was killed when he flew too near the sun and the wax attaching his wings melted? (6) 17 Black widow, wolf and redback are all types of which eight-legged predatory arachnid? (6) 18 By what name is the River Thames known, as it flows through Oxford? (4) 20 What first name connects singer Garfunkel and jazz musicians Tatum and Blakey?

(3) 22 Which variety of peach has a smooth, thin, brightly coloured skin and rich firm flesh? (9) 23 What was the surname of the actor who played the Spanish waiter Manuel in Fawlty Towers? (5) 24 Francois-Marie Arouet was the real name of which 17th/18th century French writer, dramatist, and poet? (8)

Down 1 What was the surname of the American poet and novelist who was married to poet laureate Ted Hughes? (5) 2/7A Which Austrian neurologist was the founder of psycho-

SUDOKU

analysis? (7,5) 3 Often used when citing a reference, which abbreviation means ‘in the same place’? (4) 4 Which Lionel Bart musical contains the songs Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself and As Long As He Needs Me? (6) 5 Which republic on the south-western shores of the Arabian Peninsula on the Indian Ocean was formed in 1990? (5) 6 What is the surname of the former Wigan and Great Britain rugby league scrum half who is the now the assistant coach of the Wales national rugby union team? (7) 7 What name is given to the joint of a horse’s or other quadruped’s leg between the cannon bone and the pastern? (7) 12 What is the nickname of the professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio? (7) 13 Guernica, painted in 1937, is the most work by which Spanish painter, sculptor, and graphic artist? (7) 15 Gioacchino Antonio were the forenames of which Italian composer who wrote over 30 operas, including The Barber of Seville and William Tell? (7) 16 The name of which fastener for clothes or other items comes from the French for ‘hooked velvet’? (6) 17 Which word can mean ‘a supply of something available for future use’ or ‘a liquid in which meat and vegetables are simmered’? (5) 19 What name is given to a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles? (5) 21 Immanuel who was the German philosopher who, in 1781, wrote the Critique of Pure Reason? (4)

SALLY’S SIMPLE SPANISH Objetos de la Casa

Match these words with their Spanish translations then find them in the wordsearch.

(Answers below)

1. What was the name of the world's first man-made satellite launched by the USSR in 1957?

2. What dance is usually performed to Orpheus in the Underworld?

3. What does blind Swiss Cheese not have?

4. In Chess, Which Piece Always Moves Diagonally?

5. In 2006 Who Was Voted Overseas Sports Personality Of The Year?

6. What is the most popular participation sport in Britain?

7. Kakiemon is what Japanese product?

8. Which Musician Was Once A Member Of Depeche Mode, Yazoo & Erasure?

9. What Do The Initials "IRC" Stand For With Regard To Computing?

10. Who composed the 'Brandeberg Concertos'?

11. Who was The First Black Woman To Win The Wimbledon Singles Title?

12. Whose TV characters included Mr Angry Of Mayfair & Marcel Wave?

13. From which type of wood are cricket bats traditionally made?

1. Sputnik I 2. Can Can 3. Holes (Not Glasses)!! 4. Bishop 5. Roger Federer 6. Darts 7. Porcelain 8. Vince Clark 9.

Internet Relay Chat 10. Johan Sebastian Bach 11. Althea Gibson 12. Kenny Everett 13. Willow

ANSWERS

Last Week’s Solutions Code Cracker Last weeks Quiz Wordsolution Across: 1 Buttress, 7/11 Edith Cavell, 8 Accession, 9 Elm, 10 Shin, 13 Caesar, 14 Fiddle, 17 Rocket, 18 Harp, 20 ABO, 22 Flash bulb, 23 Ankle Down: 1 Brass, 2 Tactile, 3 Ross, 4 Shivah, 5 Pixel, 6 Chemise, 7 Endemic, 12 Sad Cafe, 13 Caracas, 15 Dracula, 16 Nevada, 17/24 Rocky Marciano, 19 Pablo, 21 Chic.

HORNO BANCO CAMA ARMARIO CAJONES ESCALERA BAUL VENTANA PUERTA

Empareja estas palabras – Match these Spanish and English words for household objects.

You will find the answers at the bottom of the quiz.

1.

Mesa

a. desk

8.

Refrigerador

h. oven

16. Cajones

p. bed

2.

Silla

b. table

9.

Plancha

i. sofa

17. Escalera

q. draws

3.

Sofá

c. washing

10. Reloj

j. fridge

18. Baúl

r. stairs

11. Horno

k. book shelf

19. Ventana

t. cupboard

20. Puerta

u. wardrobe

machine 4.

Lámpara

d. clock

12. Banco

l. door

5.

Escritorio

e. chair

13. Cama

m. chest

6.

Librero

f. iron

14. Closet

n. window

7.

Lavadora

g. lamp

15. Armario

o. stool

Soduko

Span - Eng

Quizword

Answers: 1b, 2e, 3i, 4g, 5a, 6k,7c, 8j, 9f, 10d, 11h, 12o, 13p, 14u, 15t, 16q, 17r, 18m, 19n, 20l.

general QUIZ

P P A L L I S V P B CE RI U MESA I B QCHNE T Z A K E QX W SILLA H OR N ON F I J D F U S MG WL H Y T R Q O I R A M R A O SOFA A A V A OE NY I F QNF UC LMPARA MV N S OE S GR A P QU S N A A NE S J E CF F V E L F A ESCRITORIO C D F MS R U V A E V MU N B LIBRERO QOP L A NCHA L B J A Z S L RI DP S GV ORE RB I L LAVADORA M A O O U C R Y WT D R F Z L P R T X E V S J M W K O A C C REFRIGERADOR A Y OI ROT I RCS E F UC PLANCHA R D D D T X B A WI WG Y M G RELOJ A Z B J A L S Z J OL E RUL

Fill It In

34

Friday, June 08, 2012

TRELI ON THE TELLY

UNDERDOG LEANNE IS SIMPLY THE BEST WASN’T it interesting that despite the style and uniqueness of Bo and Tyler, the unfancied Leanne Mitchell won The Voice final on BBC1?

She’d not been given a prayer since having Ruth Brown in her ‘Team Tom’ group. But the good old British public love an underdog and also that she’s really good and got better and better.

She had the purest voice in a very entertaining final, but the end moments went flat, as Leanne was just mobbed by competitors and not given an encore to wrap up the whole series.

That aside, The Voice has produced some fine singers and been an enjoyable contrast to 'bearpit' shows elsewhere. And there lies the big problem. In the live contests, as opposed to the blind audi-

BBC has that much need to compromise integrity for some higher ratings.

I was a complete pussycat in my managerial interviewing days compared to the vicious array of snakes that Lord Sugar assembled for The Apprentice final on BBC1. But the winner, Ricky Martin, struck gold with the really nasty Claude. Having torn Ricky to shreds over his personal resume, Lord Sugar’s chief boot boy then praised his business plan for tions and the battle rounds, an employment agency. For viewers turned off because the first time ever, Claude they’re used to judges argu- was happy, so you knew at ing and a duff competitor that early stage who the winthat’s easy fodder for every- ner was going to be. body to chew over.

Punk and New Wave That’s the major issue that music in the stagnating has to be addressed when Britain of the 70s was such a The Voice comes back next breath of fresh air for a year. But with nearly eight teenager like yours truly, million watching last who’d hide his Sex Pistols Saturday, I don’t think the album cover in his bedroom

with ALEX TRELINSKI

to stop his Catholic mummy and daddy from finding it and asking awkward questions!

So, it’s a massive thumbsup to the new BBC4 documentary series, Punk Britannia, which has so far been a marvellous trawl through the archives with some fantastic rare footage.

And of course, you have modern day interviews with the performers who, with the bold exception of John Lydon of the Pistols, all look nice and respectable - but also sadly rather old.

ITV1 achieved the impossible last Saturday, with a replacement show for Lemonaid that had almost the same stench of waste about it. It starred the excellent impressionist Alistair McGowan in a sports version of TV Burp, called You Cannot be Serious, which aptly summed up the total

lack of comedy during the half hour. Yes, McGowan did a great impression of England football coach Roy Hodgson, but that was about it in a turgid show that was embarrassing to sit through.

It was produced by the same company that makes TV Burp, and even had Harry Hill’s name on the ending credits. Harry knows what makes people laugh, so why has he associated himself with this turkey? Has he not seen the hilarious A League of their Own on Sky One? The Americans are the kings of producing glitzy, trashy dramas and there’s now a brand new kid on the block on Channel 4 and E4 called Revenge.

It ticks all the boxes with a good looking cast, improbable plot twists, and an opening scene in the first

episode with an engagement party where the groom has been shot on the beach.

And there lies the story, where the bride-to-be barely sheds a tear as she’s apparently behind it all, and then a big five-month flashback gets going.

We learn the back story of a woman called Emily Thorne (played by Emily Van Camp) whose real name is actually Amanda and who is after vengeance for the way her father was treated.

Emily/Amanda has a big hit-list of people she’s after, and so the fun begins.

We’ve got villains, goodies, rich folk, beautiful folk, so just crack open a can or a bottle of wine, and enjoy one of the few new hits of the last American season that’s already been booked for a second series.

35

The Courier Friday TV 00:35 02:10 02:15 03:10 04:10 04:40 05:40 06:00 06:30 06:45 07:00 10:15 11:00 11:58 12:00 12:45 13:13 13:15 14:00 14:30 14:45 15:15 16:00 16:05 16:35 17:00 17:15 20:00 20:30 21:00 21:30 22:20 23:00 23:25 23:35

Proof Holiday Weatherview Countryfile Antiques Roadshow The Little Paris Kitchen Great British Menu HARDtalk BBC News World Business Report BBC News Breakfast Fake Britain Homes Under the Hammer BBC News; Weather Cowboy Trap Cash in the Attic BBC News; Weather Bargain Hunt BBC News; Weather Regional News and Weather Doctors Escape to the Country BBC News; Weather Deadly 60 Prank Patrol Down Under OOglies Euro 2012 BBC News Regional News Programmes EastEnders Casualty Have I Got News for You BBC News Regional News and Weather The Graham Norton Show

00:20 01:05 01:30 02:00 02:30 02:45 03:00 03:30 03:45 04:00 04:30 04:45 05:00 05:15 05:30 07:00 07:10 07:25

Football Focus BBC News HARDtalk Newsday Asia Business Report Sport Today Newsday Asia Business Report Sport Today Newsday Asia Business Report Sport Today Real Chinese Real Chinese Languages & Travel The Pingu Show Pinky Dinky Doo Timmy Time

07:35 Chuggington 07:50 Rastamouse 08:00 Roar 08:30 Leon 08:30 League of Super Evil 08:45 Frankenstein's Cat 08:55 Newsround 09:00 Ed and Oucho's Excellent Inventions 09:30 Nina and the Neurons: In the Lab 09:45 Big City Park 10:00 Tinga Tinga Tales 10:10 Little Charley Bear 10:20 Raa Raa the Noisy Lion 10:30 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 10:40 The Koala Brothers 10:50 Zingzillas 11:05 Iconicles 11:30 Driver Dan's Story Train 11:40 Waybuloo 12:00 In the Night Garden 12:30 Jump In! 13:50 Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen 15:15 Weakest Link 16:00 Heir Hunters 16:45 Hairy Bikers' Best of British 17:30 Flog It! 18:15 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Great British Railway Journeys 20:00 Great British Menu 21:00 Coast 21:30 Gardeners' World 22:00 The Great British Story: A People's History 23:00 Episodes 23:30 Newsnight

00:35 A Very Long Engagement 02:50 ITV News Headlines 04:05 Tonight 04:25 ITV Nightscreen 05:30 The Jeremy Kyle Show 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Daybreak 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 Meridian News and Weather 15:00 May the Best House Win 16:00 Dickinson's Real Deal 16:59 Meridian Weather 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 The Chase 19:00 Meridian Tonight 19:20 ITV News and Weather 19:45 Emmerdale 20:15 Euro 2012 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 Meridian Tonight and Weather 23:35 Burn after Reading

00:05 Random Acts 00:10 Jimmy and the Giant Supermarket 01:10 The Secret Millionaire 02:10 All in the Best Possible Taste with Grayson Perry 03:05 Gladiators: Back from the Dead 04:00 Time Team 05:00 Gone Fishing 05:15 Unreported World 05:40 Deal or No Deal 06:35 Countdown 07:20 The Hoobs 07:45 The Hoobs 08:10 Freshly Squeezed 08:40 According to Jim 09:05 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Undercover Boss 11:00 Location, Location, Location 12:00 The Renovation Game 13:00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary 13:05 Three in a Bed USA 14:00 Channel 4 Presents 14:05 Sands of Iwo Jima 16:10 Countdown 17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:30 Unreported World 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Come Dine with Me 22:00 Alan Carr's Summertime Specstacular

ALAN CARR’S SUMMERTIME SPECSTACULAR The comedian throws a summer party, celebrating everything from the Queen's Diamond Jubilee to British holidays. Celebrity guests including David Walliams, Justin Bieber, the Saturdays and the cast of Made in Chelsea join in the fun, participating in sketches and games. Rizzle Kicks also perform their hit single Mama Do the Hump.

Horoscopes Aries March 21 - April 19 Most of your ideas will turn out to be excellent ones today. Avoid having too many ideas, otherwise you may fall from your station. Damnation awaits you from every angle. Your only hope is to provide mankind with the cure for greed. I've written hundreds upon hundreds of horoscopes, but this one is the most special.

Taurus April 20 - May 20 Tomorrow will bring fresh excitement and vigour to your otherwise dull self.

Having had a taste of victory last week, this week may seem like the ideal opportunity to go wild. The smoothness of your arms are testiment to all your work in that area. Prepare to gape widely at the beautiful horror you'll experience this week.

Gemini May 21 - June 20 "Deliver us from evil" they said. Perhaps this week would be a good time to start living as though this were possible. Your spine is going to feel a tingling sensation later this day and you're not going to be able to attribute it to anything specific. Hair can be red. Hair can be blue. You have some hair. And I have some too.

Cancer June 21 - July 22 Wild stallions won't be able to drag you away from the multiple love-in you may or may not encounter today. You can't hide from the rest of the day, so I suggest you burst headlong into it without waiting for anyone to catch up. Cancelling a directdebit may land you in hot water with an authority.

June 08

00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Side 01:00 SuperCasino 04:55 House Doctor 05:25 HouseBusters 05:45 HouseBusters 06:10 Michaela's Wild Challenge 06:35 Michaela's Wild Challenge 07:00 Thomas & Friends 07:10 The WotWots 07:20 City of Friends 07:35 Jelly Jamm 07:45 Peppa Pig 07:50 Peppa Pig 07:55 Castle Farm 08:00 Little Princess 08:15 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:25 The Mr Men Show 08:40 Thomas & Friends 08:50 Make Way for Noddy 09:00 Fifi and the Flowertots 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:35 Roary the Racing Car 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 The Hotel Inspector 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 Law & Order 16:15 Mystery Woman: Vision of a Murder 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News at 6.30 20:00 Cricket on 5 21:00 NCIS 23:00 Big Brother

By Pandora Leo July 23 - August 22 Your stupidity today will be rivalled only by your embarrassment (especially if your name is Norman or Lisa). Fault for your situation can be accredited to anyone you wish - go nuts! Your footsteps will seem louder today as you break in new shoes. Harsh words may be spoken by a loved one today.

Virgo August 23 - September 22 Ten weeks of doing what you do best, and you're still no closer to achieving your goal. Silver foil can make a good hat, it's true. However, it can also be used as a sheathe should you find yourself lucky one lunchtime. Discarded sandwiches may prove lucky for any local tramps.Good fortune will stalk you like a mean spirited vulture today.

Libra September 23 - October 22 Your brain is overflowing with ideas, some of which are truly brilliant and you must focus on making your dreams a reality. A nearby construction company may approach you this morning in an attempt to fool you into thinking that the world is about to explode. Banking on anyone this week? Don't let them let you down like they did me.

Scorpio October 23 - November 21 The stars predict rocky times for you and a loved one. Avoid making love in cramped places. Hearing clicking noises in your head is not a good sign for you today.

Laugh and the world laughs at you. Or at least, it'll seem like that this week.

Astronomy is to gastronomy as it is to git.

Sagittarius November 22 - December 21 You deserve praise for your excellent work. Damage To The Central Nervous System - a phrase you're going to be hearing a lot over the coming days. Parts of you feel like giving up the ghost today, but feeding those parts with ice-cream and bacon bits may revive them, to an extent. Much of your body weight tends to be distributed in a specific place - but that may start shifting today.

Capricorn December 22 - January 19 Half of what I say is meaningless...the other half is pure gold. Ten to one may seem like fair odds, but then how likely are you to be able to successfully breed Pandas with Llamas (a Panama). Kissing horses in an otherwise empty paddock is fair game today. Enjoy yourself and try not to go too wild.

Aquarius January 20 - February 18 You have a very positive outlook on life that may have to shift slightly to fit in with a new persona that may be forced onto you today. Paper with little squiggles on it will find its way into your pocket today.

Your magical fingers may be called into practice this week. Life will throw many things at you over the coming months.

Pisces February 19 - March 20 Reading through a dictionary is the least effective way to learn more about the world. Get out there! Today is a day like any other, try not to expect too much from this segment of 24 hours. Armchair politicians will affect your life today as they rise from their dank pits and begin to conquer the known world.

36

The Courier Saturday TV

June 9

00:20 The National Lottery Friday Night Draws 00:30 Euro 2012 01:20 EastEnders 03:15 Weatherview 03:45 Silk 04:45 Great British Menu 05:15 Newsday 05:30 HARDtalk 05:50 On the Road With 06:00 BBC News 06:30 Our World 07:00 Breakfast 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30 Raymond Blanc's Kitchen Secrets 13:00 BBC News; Regional News 13:15 British Olympic Dreams 13:45 World Olympic Dreams 14:15 Bargain Hunt 15:00 Cash in the Attic 15:30 Homes Under the Hammer 16:30 Escape to the Country 17:30 Euro 2012 20:10 BBC News; Regional News 20:30 Euro 2012 23:00 BBC News; Weather 23:20 The National Lottery Saturday Night Draws 23:30 Formula One 23:30 National Lottery Update

00:00 00:45 00:50 02:20 03:45 04:00 04:30 04:45 05:00

The Review Show Weather The Black Balloon Taken The Record Review BBC News Click Newswatch BBC News

05:30 On the Road With 05:50 Close 07:00 The Pingu Show 07:10 Pinky Dinky Doo 07:25 Timmy Time 07:35 Chuggington 07:45 Rastamouse 08:00 Barney's Barrier Reef 08:30 Dennis and Gnasher 08:40 The Scooby-Doo Show 09:05 Alesha's Street Dance Stars 09:35 The Slammer 10:00 Blue Peter 10:30 The Ministry of Curious Stuff 11:00 My Genius Idea 11:35 Splatalot 12:00 Copycats 12:25 OOglies 12:45 Eliot Kid 12:55 MOTD Kickabout 13:15 The Sky at Night 13:35 Krakatoa, East of Java 15:45 Goal!

17:35 Coast 18:35 Flog It! 19:35 More Dawn French's Girls Who Do: Comedy 20:05 Victoria Wood's Short Term Memories 20:55 Victoria Wood: A Bafta Tribute 22:00 Jools Holland: London Calling 23:15 London Songs at the BBC

01:25 ITV News Headlines 03:30 A Very Long Engagement 05:45 ITV Nightscreen 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Mini CITV 08:25 CITV 09:25 Saturday Cookbook 10:25 ITV News 10:30 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 11:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 12:20 The Real Housewives of New York City 13:20 You've Been Framed!

13:50 ITV News and Weather 13:59 Meridian Weather 14:00 Live French Open Tennis 17:45 All Star Family Fortunes 18:30 Meridian News and Weather 18:45 ITV News and Weather 19:00 The Greatest Footie Ads Ever 20:00 You Cannot Be Serious!

20:30 All New You've Been Framed!

21:00 Agatha Christie's Poirot 23:00 ITV News and Weather 23:14 Meridian Weather 23:15 Euro 2012

DEFINITELY, MAYBE Romantic comedy starring Ryan Reynolds, Elizabeth Banks, Rachel Weisz and Isla Fisher. On the eve of his divorce, father Will Hayes is questioned by his tenyear-old daughter about the women he has loved and lost, and the one he eventually married.

00:05 Stand Up for the Week 00:55 Big Momma's House 02:50 Random Acts 02:55 My Name Is Earl 03:15 My Name Is Earl 03:35 Dirty Sexy Money 04:20 Dirty Sexy Money 05:05 Momma's Boy 05:20 Deal or No Deal 06:15 My Eden 06:20 Countdown 07:05 Sali Mali 07:10 The Hoobs 07:35 The Hoobs 08:00 Volkswagen Racing Cup 08:25 The Grid 08:55 The Morning Line 09:55 Nicki Minaj: Day in the Life 10:25 Made in Chelsea 11:35 Love Shaft 12:10 The Big Bang Theory 12:45 Revenge 13:50 The Simpsons 14:25 Road to London 2012: That Paralympic Show 14:55 Channel 4 Racing 17:15 Channel 4 Presents 17:20 Come Dine with Me 19:55 Channel 4 News 20:25 4thought.tv 20:30 Definitely, Maybe 22:40 8 Out of 10 Cats 23:25 Alan Carr's Summertime Specstacular

00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Side 01:00 SuperCasino 04:55 Motorsport Mundial 05:25 HouseBusters 05:45 HouseBusters 06:10 Michaela's Wild Challenge 06:35 Michaela's Wild Challenge 07:00 Peppa Pig 07:05 Roary the Racing Car 07:15 Fifi and the Flowertots 07:25 City of Friends 07:35 Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs 07:50 Abby's Flying Fairy School 08:00 Roobarb and Custard Too 08:05 Bananas in Pyjamas 08:20 Family!

08:30 Noddy in Toyland 08:45 Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 08:50 Little Princess 09:05 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 09:20 Angelina Ballerina 09:40 Rupert Bear 09:55 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:05 The Mr Men Show 10:20 Roary the Racing Car 10:35 The Milkshake! Show 11:00 Inside Hollywood 11:10 Police Interceptors 12:10 Big Brother 13:10 The Secret Garden 15:10 Random Hearts 17:40 Steel Magnolias 19:55 5 News Weekend 20:00 Cricket on 5 21:00 NCIS 22:00 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit 23:00 Big Brother

37

The Courier Sunday TV

June 10

00:45 Ransom 02:40 Weatherview 02:45 The Bottom Line 03:00 BBC News 03:30 Dateline London 04:00 BBC News 04:30 Our World 05:00 BBC News 05:30 Click 06:00 BBC News 06:30 The Record Europe 07:00 Breakfast 10:00 The Andrew Marr Show 11:00 Sunday Morning Live 12:00 Country Tracks 13:00 Sunday Politics 14:00 Bargain Hunt 14:45 Homes Under the Hammer 15:45 Escape to the Country 16:45 Penguin Island 17:15 Britain's Lost Routes with Griff Rhys Jones 18:15 Points of View 18:30 Songs of Praise 19:05 BBC News; Regional News

00:15 Telstar: the Joe Meek Story 02:15 Sugarhouse 03:40 Close 07:00 The Pingu Show 07:10 Pinky Dinky Doo 07:25 Timmy Time 07:35 Chuggington 07:45 Rastamouse 08:00 Barney's Barrier Reef 08:30 Dennis and Gnasher 08:40 The Owl 09:05 Scoop 09:30 Wingin' It 09:50 Shaun the Sheep 10:00 Friday Download 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:30 Great British Menu 13:30 When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth 15:05 They Came to Cordura 17:05 Great British Railway Journeys 17:35 Flog It! 18:35 Serendipity 20:00 Oceans 21:00 Timewatch 22:00 Coast 23:00 Louis Theroux: Twilight of the Porn Stars

00:15 William at 30 01:15 ITV News Headlines 03:15 In Plain Sight 04:00 ITV Nightscreen 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Mini CITV 08:25 CITV 09:25 Dinner Date 10:25 Ade in Britain 11:20 May the Best House Win 12:25 The Hungry Sailors 13:20 ITV News and Weather 13:29 Meridian Weather 13:30 You've Been Framed!

14:00 Live French Open Tennis 17:15 Euro 2012 20:00 Meridian News and Weather 20:05 ITV News and Weather 20:15 Euro 2012 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:14 Meridian Weather 23:15 The Incredible Hulk

THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS

and Weather 19:30 Countryfile 20:30 Antiques Roadshow 21:30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries 23:00 BBC News; Regional News and Weather 23:30 Formula One

Drama based on a true story, starring Will Smith and featuring Jaden Smith. After his wife walks out, downtrodden medical salesman Chris Gardner is left to bring up his five-year-old son alone. The situation worsens when the pair are made homeless, but Gardner refuses to be beaten. Gaining a prestigious though unpaid stockbroker internship, he doggedly chases his dream of a better life.

01:35 02:20 03:55 04:35 05:25 06:05 06:50 07:15 07:40 08:35 09:05 09:30 09:55 10:30 11:00 13:30 14:00 14:35 15:05 15:35 17:20 18:25 19:20 19:50 19:55 20:00 21:00 23:00

Stand Up for the Week Bomb贸n - El Perro Southland St Elsewhere Smallville Countdown Glamour Puds The Hoobs Beach Volleyball Freesports on 4 Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Frasier Sunday Brunch The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Simpsons Black Knight Come Dine with Me Deal or No Deal Channel 4 News 4thought.tv The Political Slot One Born Every Minute Dear John The Royal History of Pop

00:00 10 Things I Hate About 01:00 SuperCasino 04:55 Nick's Quest 05:20 Nick's Quest 05:50 Rough Guide to Short Breaks 06:00 Hana's Helpline 06:10 The Milkshake! Show 06:35 Thomas & Friends 06:45 Roary the Racing Car 07:00 Peppa Pig 07:05 Roary the Racing Car 07:15 Fifi and the Flowertots 07:25 City of Friends 07:35 Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs 07:50 Castle Farm 07:55 Abby's Flying Fairy School 08:05 Roobarb and Custard Too 08:10 Bananas in Pyjamas 08:25 Family!

08:35 Noddy in Toyland 08:45 Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 08:50 Fifi and the Flowertots 09:05 Milkshake! Monkey 09:10 Little Princess 09:20 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 09:30 Angelina Ballerina 09:45 Rupert Bear 09:55 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:10 The Mr Men Show 10:25 Roary the Racing Car 10:35 The Milkshake! Show 11:00 Zoo Days 11:15 The Amy Macdonald Story 11:45 Grey's Anatomy 12:45 Big Brother 13:45 Jackie Chan's First Strike 15:25 The Golden Voyage of Sinbad 17:30 Hitch 19:55 5 News Weekend 20:00 Cricket on 5 21:00 Once Upon a Time 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 The Pursuit of Happyness

38

The Courier Monday TV

June 11

01:30 Somers Town 02:35 Weatherview 02:40 Two Greedy Italians 03:40 Holby City 04:40 Question Time 05:40 HARDtalk 06:00 BBC News 06:30 World Business Report 06:45 BBC News 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Crimewatch Roadshow 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:58 BBC News; Weather 12:00 Real Rescues 12:45 Cash in the Attic 13:13 BBC News; Weather 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:30 Regional News and Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:00 BBC News; Weather; 16:05 Deadly 60 16:35 Prank Patrol Down Under 17:00 Copycats 17:30 Help! My Supply Teacher Is Magic 18:00 Newsround 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 Weather 20:00 Euro 2012 23:00 BBC News 23:25 Regional News and Weather 23:35 Have I Got a Bit More News for You

00:00 01:00 01:30 03:20 03:30 03:45 04:00 04:30 04:45 05:00 05:30 05:50

Euro 2012 Episodes Deathtrap Newsday Asia Business Report Sport Today Newsday Asia Business Report Sport Today Newsday HARDtalk Close

07:00 The Pingu Show 07:10 Pinky Dinky Doo 07:25 Timmy Time 07:35 Chuggington 07:50 Rastamouse 08:00 Roar 08:30 Leon 08:30 League of Super Evil 08:45 Frankenstein's Cat 08:55 Newsround 09:00 Driving Academy 09:30 Nina and the Neurons: In the Lab 09:45 Big City Park 10:00 Tinga Tinga Tales 10:10 Little Charley Bear 10:20 Raa Raa the Noisy Lion 10:30 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 10:40 The Koala Brothers 10:50 Zingzillas 11:05 Iconicles 11:30 Driver Dan's Story Train 11:40 Waybuloo 12:00 In the Night Garden 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 Tennis from Queen's 18:15 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Great British Railway Journeys 20:00 Antiques Road Trip 21:00 Springwatch 22:00 Britain in a Day 23:30 Weather

01:25 The Store 03:30 River Monsters 04:20 Motorsport UK 05:10 ITV Nightscreen 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Daybreak 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 Meridian News and Weather 15:00 May the Best House Win 16:00 Dickinson's Real Deal 16:59 Meridian Weather 17:00 Euro 2012 20:30 Weather 20:30 Meridian Tonight 20:45 ITV News and Weather 21:00 Coronation Street 22:00 Benidorm 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 Meridian Weather 23:35 Euro 2012

EURO 2012 France v England (Kick-off 5.00pm). Adrian Chiles presents coverage of the opening clash in Group D from the Donbass Arena in Donetsk, Ukraine. England last appeared at a European Championship in 2004, when they were also drawn alongside this evening's opponents in the group stage. While both teams progressed to the knockout phase, it was France who topped the table after all three matches had been played, thanks largely to their 2-1 victory over Sven-Goran Eriksson's men in the opening encounter in Lisbon.

00:05 Aliens 02:55 Camelot 03:45 Channel 4 Presents 03:50 Hollyoaks 06:05 Deal or No Deal 07:00 The Treacle People 07:10 Sali Mali 07:15 The Hoobs 07:40 The Hoobs 08:05 Freshly Squeezed 08:35 According to Jim 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Undercover Boss 11:00 Location, Location, Location 12:00 Secret Removers 13:00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary 13:05 Three in a Bed 14:05 Channel 4 Presents 14:10 Shenandoah 16:10 Countdown 17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Dispatches 21:30 Gok Cooks Chinese 22:00 The Secret Millionaire 23:00 8 Out of 10 Cats 23:50 The Hoarder Next Door

01:20 Extraordinary People: Seven New Faces in Seven Days 02:20 SuperCasino 05:00 The FBI Files 05:50 Rough Guide to Journeys 06:00 Hana's Helpline 06:10 The Milkshake! Show 06:35 Thomas & Friends 06:45 Roary the Racing Car 07:00 Thomas & Friends 07:10 The WotWots 07:20 City of Friends 07:35 Jelly Jamm 07:45 Peppa Pig 07:50 Castle Farm 08:00 Little Princess 08:10 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:20 The Mr Men Show 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:45 Make Way for Noddy 09:00 Fifi and the Flowertots 09:10 Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:20 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:30 Roary the Racing Car 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 09:55 Mio Mao 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 The Hotel Inspector 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 Law & Order 16:05 Summer Solstice 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News at 6.30 20:00 Cricket on 5 21:00 The Restaurant Inspector 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 The Walking Dead

39

The Courier Tuesday TV

June 12

00:20 The Graham Norton Show 01:05 Spy Hard 02:20 Weatherview 02:25 Divine Women 03:25 The Little Paris Kitchen: Cooking with Rachel Khoo 03:55 Chaplains: Angels of Mersey 04:25 Great British Menu 04:55 Great British Railway Journeys 05:25 Newsday 05:30 HARDtalk 06:00 BBC News 06:30 World Business Report 06:45 BBC News 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Crimewatch Roadshow 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:58 BBC News; Weather 12:00 Real Rescues 12:45 Cash in the Attic 13:13 BBC News; Weather 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:30 Regional News and Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:00 BBC News; Weather 16:05 Deadly 60 16:35 Diddy Dick & Dom 17:00 Copycats 17:30 Who Let the Dogs Out? 18:00 Newsround 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 Regional News Programmes 19:30 Weather 20:00 The One Show 20:30 BBC News; Regional News 21:00 Holby City 22:00 Silk 23:00 BBC News 23:25 Regional News and Weather 23:35 A Great British Story

00:20 Louis Theroux: Twilight of the Porn Stars 01:20 BBC News 01:30 HARDtalk 02:00 Newsday 02:30 Asia Business Report 02:45 Sport Today 03:00 Newsday 03:30 Asia Business Report

03:45 Sport Today 04:00 Newsday 04:15 The Super League Show 05:00 Schools: 3, 2, 1 Go! 06:00 Schools: 3, 2, 1 Go! 07:00 The Pingu Show 07:10 Pinky Dinky Doo 07:25 Timmy Time 07:35 Chuggington 07:50 Rastamouse 08:00 Roar 08:30 Leon 08:45 Frankenstein's Cat 08:55 Newsround 09:00 Driving Academy 09:30 Nina and the Neurons 09:45 Big & Small 09:55 Dipdap 10:00 Tinga Tinga Tales 10:10 Little Charley Bear 10:20 Raa Raa the Noisy Lion 10:30 Bob the Builder 10:40 The Koala Brothers 10:50 Zingzillas 11:05 Iconicles 11:30 Driver Dan's Story Train 11:40 Waybuloo 12:00 In the Night Garden 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 Tennis from Queen's 18:15 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Great British Railway Journeys 20:00 Antiques Road Trip 21:00 Springwatch 22:00 Great Ormond Street 23:00 QI 23:30 Weather

00:35 In Plain Sight 01:30 ITV News Headlines 04:00 The Jeremy Kyle Show 04:55 ITV Nightscreen 05:35 The Jeremy Kyle Show 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Daybreak 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 Meridian News and Weather 15:00 May the Best House Win 16:00 Dickinson's Real Deal 16:59 Meridian Weather 17:00 You've Been Framed!

17:30 Euro 2012 20:00 Meridian Tonight 20:10 ITV News and Weather 20:20 Euro 2012 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 Meridian Tonight and Weather 23:35 Constantine

KILLERS BEHIND BARS: THE UNTOLD STORY New series. Professor David Wilson uses cuttingedge criminological techniques to examine the crimes committed by three of Britain's most notorious murderers and try to link them to more unsolved cases. He begins by focusing on `Suffolk Strangler' Steve Wright , who is presently serving a life sentence for the murders of five women who worked as prostitutes in Ipswich, and finds evidence suggesting he may also have claimed at least one victim in Norfolk.

00:50 Random Acts 00:55 Embarrassing Bodies: Live from the Clinic 02:00 Random 03:05 Candy 04:50 St Elsewhere 05:35 Deal or No Deal 06:30 Countdown 07:15 The Hoobs 07:40 The Hoobs 08:05 Freshly Squeezed 08:35 According to Jim 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Undercover Boss 11:00 Location, Location, Location 12:00 Secret Removers 13:00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary 13:05 Three in a Bed 14:05 River Cottage 14:20 Gideon of Scotland Yard 16:10 Countdown 17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Embarrassing Bodies: Live from the Clinic 22:00 Jimmy and the Giant Supermarket 23:00 All in the Best Possible Taste with Grayson Perry

00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Side 01:00 Sons of Anarchy 02:00 SuperCasino 04:55 House Doctor 05:20 HouseBusters 05:45 HouseBusters 06:10 Michaela's Wild Challenge 06:35 Michaela's Wild Challenge 07:00 Thomas & Friends 07:10 The WotWots 07:20 City of Friends 07:35 Jelly Jamm 07:45 Peppa Pig 07:50 Castle Farm 08:00 Little Princess 08:10 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:20 The Mr Men Show 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:45 Make Way for Noddy 09:00 Fifi and the Flowertots 09:10 Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:20 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:30 Roary the Racing Car 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 09:55 Mio Mao 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 The Hotel Inspector 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:05 Summer Solstice 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News at 6.30 20:00 Cowboy Builders 21:00 Killers Behind Bars: The Untold Story 22:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 23:00 Big Brother

40

The Courier Wednesday TV

June 13

00:05 Euro 2012 00:55 The Rainmaker 03:05 Weatherview 03:10 The Apprentice 04:10 Death Unexplained 04:50 Crime and Punishment 05:35 HARDtalk 06:00 BBC News 06:30 World Business Report 06:45 BBC News 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Crimewatch Roadshow 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:58 BBC News; Weather 12:00 Real Rescues 12:45 Cash in the Attic 13:13 BBC News; Weather 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:30 Regional News and Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:00 BBC News; Weather 16:05 Deadly 60 16:35 Diddy Dick & Dom 17:00 Copycats 17:30 HH: Gory Games 18:00 Newsround 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 Weather 20:00 Euro 2012 23:00 BBC News 23:25 Regional News and Weather 23:35 The National Lottery Wednesday Night Draws 23:45 Face/Off

05:00 Schools: True Stories 06:00 Schools: True Stories 07:00 The Pingu Show 07:10 Pinky Dinky Doo 07:25 Timmy Time 07:35 Chuggington 07:50 Rastamouse 08:00 Roar 08:30 Leon 08:45 Frankenstein's Cat 08:55 Newsround 09:00 Driving Academy 09:30 Nina and the Neurons: In the Lab 09:45 Big & Small 09:55 Dipdap 10:00 Tinga Tinga Tales 10:10 Little Charley Bear 10:20 Raa Raa the Noisy Lion 10:30 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 10:40 The Koala Brothers 10:50 Zingzillas 11:05 Iconicles 11:30 Driver Dan's Story Train 11:40 Waybuloo 12:00 In the Night Garden 12:30 Daily Politics 14:00 Tennis from Queen's 18:15 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Great British Railway Journeys 20:00 Antiques Road Trip 21:00 Springwatch 22:00 The Secret History of Our Streets 23:00 Sounds of the 70s 2 23:30 Newsnight

00:20 The Secret History of Our Streets 01:20 BBC News 01:30 HARDtalk 02:00 Newsday 02:30 Asia Business Report 02:45 Sport Today 03:00 Newsday 03:30 Asia Business Report 03:45 Sport Today 04:00 Newsday 04:30 Asia Business Report 04:45 Sport Today

Anna Richardson brings another family to task for their eating habits. The White-Olivers want to review their diet for the sake of daughter Ellie. Mum Leanne is classified as obese, but has no idea where she is going wrong, while dad Craig, a former professional footballer, claims he does not eat too much. What will they say after being confronted with footage of their compulsive snacking? There is also an experiment to test the theory that dining in company makes people eat more.

01:50 Jackpot247 04:00 Loose Women 04:50 ITV Nightscreen 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Daybreak 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 Meridian News and Weather 15:00 May the Best House Win 16:00 Dickinson's Real Deal 16:59 Meridian Weather 17:00 You've Been Framed!

17:30 Euro 2012 20:00 Meridian Tonight 20:15 ITV News and Weather 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Midsomer Murders 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 Meridian Tonight and Weather 23:35 Euro 2012

00:05 Ria: Diary of a Teen Transsexual 01:05 Random Acts 01:10 Poker 02:15 KOTV Boxing Weekly 02:45 Sailing 03:10 Beach Volleyball 04:05 The Grid 04:30 Volkswagen Racing Cup 05:00 FIM World Superbikes 05:25 Freesports on 4 05:55 Road to London 2012: That Paralympic Show 06:20 Deal or No Deal 07:15 The Hoobs 08:05 Freshly Squeezed 08:35 According to Jim 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Undercover Boss 11:00 Location, Location, Location 12:00 Secret Removers 13:00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary 13:05 Three in a Bed 14:05 Channel 4 Presents 14:10 Only the Valiant 16:10 Countdown 17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Secret Eaters 22:00 24 Hours in A&E 23:00 A Short History of Everything Else 23:30 The Killing

SECRET EATERS

TKO FM Programme Schedule Cut Out...Don’t Miss Your Favourites Weekday Shows Andy James 08.00 - 11.00 Mornings Are Fun

Weekend shows Lee Fox 09.00 - 12.00 Weekend Breakfast

Night Sounds Lee Fox 20.00 - 23.00 The Monday Night Project

Andy James Dennis Christian

Nick Price

11.00 - 14.00 DC AM to PM

12.00 - 15.00 The Midday Mix

Tue - 20.00 - 23.00 Old School Disco

Nick Price Davy Jones

Neil Couzens

14.00 - 17.00 Afternoon Lock In

15.00 - 18.00 Starts This Week

Rachel Angus

Non-Stop Music

17.00 - 20.00 The Ultimate Drive Show

18.00 - 09.00 Non-Stop TKO Music

Wed - 20.00 - 23.00 I Love The 90’s

Peter Hurst Thur - 20.00 - 22.00 Classic Rock Plus+

Matt Graveling Thur - 22.00 - 23.00 The Best Of British

Night sounds are broadcast on both TKO and TKO Gold. Plus Non-Stop Music from 23.00 - 08.00 weekdays and 18.00 - 09.00 Weekends.

Check out this page next week for the TKO Gold programme.

00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Side 01:00 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit 01:55 SuperCasino 05:00 Rough Guide To 05:15 HouseBusters 05:40 HouseBusters 06:10 Michaela's Wild Challenge 06:35 Michaela's Wild Challenge 07:00 Thomas & Friends 07:10 The WotWots 07:20 City of Friends 07:35 Jelly Jamm 07:45 Peppa Pig 07:50 Castle Farm 08:00 Little Princess 08:10 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:20 The Mr Men Show 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:45 Make Way for Noddy 09:00 Fifi and the Flowertots 09:10 Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:20 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:30 Roary the Racing Car 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 09:55 Mio Mao 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 The Hotel Inspector 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:15 A Perfect Day 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News at 6.30 20:00 Police Interceptors 21:00 Emergency Bikers 22:00 NCIS 23:00 Big Brother

Let’s see if you can win yourself a meal for two and a bottle of wine at Quesada Fish & Chips

POP QUIZ June 9th Welcome to the famous TKO Gold pop quiz!

All you have to do is take the first letter from each answer to find the name of a band or artist.

Once you have found the key word, listen in to Chris Ashley´s show on TKO Gold, Saturday mornings 9am – 12pm.

1. Name of the 4th Gibb brother.

2. This Canadian Gordon had his first hit in 1971.

3. This group started out as the Farriss Brothers what are they called now.

4. Mamas & Papas dreamt about this place.

5. This scouse band made their debut with Pictures On My Wall.

6. This dancemeister was born Ernest Evans.

7. Love Train was this groups first US number one.

8. As Long As He Needs Me is from which musical.

9. On Donovans Mellow Yellow who whispers Quite Rightly.

10. In 1963 The Rolling Stones on their first national tour supported this duo.

11. What colour river were Johnny & The Hurricans rocking on.

41

The Courier Thursday TV

June 14

01:55 Weatherview 02:00 See Hear 02:30 Great Ormond Street 03:30 The Town Taking on China 04:30 Fake Britain 05:15 Great British Menu 05:45 HARDtalk 06:00 BBC News 06:30 World Business Report 06:45 BBC News 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Crimewatch Roadshow 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:58 BBC News; Weather 12:00 Real Rescues 12:45 Cash in the Attic 13:13 BBC News; Weather 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:30 Regional News and Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:00 BBC News; Weather; 16:05 Deadly 60 16:35 Prank Patrol Down Under 17:00 Copycats 17:30 OOglies 17:45 Euro 2012 20:00 BBC News 20:20 Regional News Programmes 20:30 EastEnders 21:00 Britain's Lost Routes with Griff Rhys Jones 22:00 Call the Midwife 23:00 BBC News 23:25 Regional News and Weather 23:35 Question Time

00:20 The Fish Market: Inside Billingsgate 01:20 BBC News 01:30 HARDtalk 02:00 Newsday 02:30 Asia Business Report 02:45 Sport Today 03:00 Newsday 03:30 Asia Business Report 03:45 Sport Today 04:00 Newsday 04:30 Asia Business Report 04:45 Sport Today 05:00 Schools: Human Planet Change and Sustainability 06:00 Schools: The World, My Stuff

and Me 06:30 Strictly Soulmates 07:00 The Pingu Show 07:10 Pinky Dinky Doo 07:25 Timmy Time 07:35 Chuggington 07:50 Rastamouse 08:00 Roar 08:30 League of Super Evil 08:45 Frankenstein's Cat 08:55 Newsround 09:00 Driving Academy 09:30 Nina and the Neurons: In the Lab 09:45 Big & Small 09:55 Dipdap 10:00 Tinga Tinga Tales 10:10 Little Charley Bear 10:20 Raa Raa the Noisy Lion 10:30 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 10:40 The Koala Brothers 10:50 Zingzillas 11:05 Iconicles 11:30 Driver Dan's Story Train 11:40 Waybuloo 12:00 In the Night Garden 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 Tennis from Queen's 18:15 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Great British Railway Journeys 20:00 Antiques Road Trip 21:00 Springwatch 22:00 The Men Who Made Us Fat 23:00 Mock the Week 23:30 Newsnight 23:30 Weather

00:35 Perspectives: Robson Green and the Pitmen Painters 01:35 Jackpot247 03:35 British Touring Car Championship Highlights 04:45 ITV Nightscreen 06:30 ITV Morning News 07:00 Daybreak 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 Meridian News and Weather 15:00 May the Best House Win 16:00 Dickinson's Real Deal 16:59 Meridian Weather 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 The Chase 19:00 Meridian Tonight 19:20 ITV News and Weather 19:45 Emmerdale 20:15 Euro 2012 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 Meridian Tonight and Weather 23:35 Piers Morgan's Life Stories

EXTRAODINARY PEOPLE New series. The documentary strand returns with the stories of three young people overcoming huge medical challenges. It begins with Terri Calvesbert, who at the age of 22 months suffered devastating burns in a house fire - injuries so severe that her rescuers at first mistook her for a charred doll. As she turns 15 and begins to take her future into her own hands, this documentary charts her recovery, including an operation to create a thumb, and follows Terri on a trip to LA to meet other young people with similar experiences.

00:30 Random Acts 00:35 2 Broke Girls 01:55 Subculture 02:10 Roots Presents 02:25 Spotlight 02:40 Mercury Prize Sessions 02:55 Launched at Red Bull Studios 03:05 The Crush 04:00 Southland 04:45 St Elsewhere 05:30 Deal or No Deal 06:25 Countdown 07:10 Channel 4 Presents 07:15 The Hoobs 07:40 The Hoobs 08:05 Freshly Squeezed 08:30 According to Jim 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:25 Frasier 10:00 Undercover Boss 11:00 Location, Location, Location 12:00 Secret Removers 13:00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary 13:05 Three in a Bed 14:00 River Cottage 14:10 The Bedford Incident 16:10 Countdown 17:00 Deal or No Deal 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Country House Rescue 22:00 The House the 50s Built 23:00 24 Hours in A&E

00:00 Big Brother's Bit on the Side 01:00 Poker: The Big Game 02:00 SuperCasino 04:55 House Doctor 05:20 HouseBusters 05:45 Great Scientists 06:10 Michaela's Wild Challenge 06:35 Michaela's Wild Challenge 07:00 Thomas & Friends 07:10 The WotWots 07:20 City of Friends 07:35 Jelly Jamm 07:45 Peppa Pig 07:50 Castle Farm 08:00 Little Princess 08:10 Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 08:20 The Mr Men Show 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:45 Make Way for Noddy 09:00 Fifi and the Flowertots 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:20 Peppa Pig 09:30 Roary the Racing Car 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 Rough Guide: Ultimate Escapes 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Big Brother 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:15 Nora Roberts' Carnal Innocence 18:00 5 News at 5 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News at 6.30 20:00 Big Body Squad 21:00 Marco Pierre White's Kitchen Wars 22:00 Extraordinary People 23:00 Big Brother

42

Friday, June 08, 2012

ACCOUNTANTS

BOATS

Are you running a business?

Let us simplify things for you – accountancy, taxes, payroll services and more. We cater for companies and individuals. Established in 1984 on the Costa Blanca.

Call us on 966 923 963 for your first consultation free of charge.

BOATING LICENSES ARE NOW A LEGAL REQUIREMENT IN SPAIN Serenity Sailing RYA Training Centre, Competent Crew to Yachtmaster, VHF & ICC. Own-boat tuition on sail and power. If you have a yacht or powerboat get qualified and certified.

Contact Richard 0034 638 056 224 / enquiries@serenitysailing.c om / www.serenitysailing. com

CHURCH SERVICES

AUCTIONS

International Christian Assembly, Calle Pilar de Horadada 5, Torrevieja.

Evangelical non-denominational church. Sunday services 11am.

Children's church 11am. House groups in Torrevieja, Los Balcones, San Javier. Ladies meeting Thursdays 11am. Craft club, Tuesdays, 2pm.

Pastor, Rafael Restrepo. All nationalities welcome. Call 966 799 273 or 660 127 276.

Pilar Christian Community Church Calle Canalejas 3.

Pilar de la Horadada.

Sunday Service at 11am, and Thursday at 5pm for Bible study and Prayer.

Home groups meet during the week. All welcome from

any church background or none. For further information contact Pilar ChristianCommunity Church@gmail.com or contact Reverend Eddie on 966 7693 00 or 650 509 606.

Reg No:2009-SG/A

CARS FOR SALE Try Professional Business Support for your quick quote for car insurance. Excellent prices for expats, all policies available in English or German. We will call you back with a price. 966 923 963 Look for a car? We have a good selection of LHD & RHD vehicles for sale or

exchange Tel 600 726 221/965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com Ford Mondeo 2003 2 litre TDCI auto Ghia 5 dr hatch 2 owners 87,000 kms, FSH, Alloys, Climate, Front Fogs, met silver, stunning condition 5950 euros 600 726 221 / 965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com

Suzuki Jimny 1.3 JLX June 2006 1 owner ,45,000 kms, FSH , alloys, removable hard top and sun roof, mid metallic blue, white roof, air con, cd, stunning condition 7950 euros Tel 600 726 221 / 965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com Seat Ibiza 1.4 5 dr Nov 2005 1 owner 44,000 kms Full Seat service history, alloys, aircon, cd, stunning condtion bright red 6750 euros available in Red or Silver.

Tel 600 726 221/965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com Toyota Rav 4 1.8 VVTI 4X2, 2003, 2 owners, a/c, CD, Roof Rails, lovely condition, dark met blue, 6800 euros Tel 600 726 221/965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com Kia Carens, CRDI , auto, diesel, 2005, 2 owners 116,000 kms FSH ALLOYS,

Roof Rails AC fully equipped 8450 euros Tel 600 726 221/965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com Ford Focus 1.6 Trend 5 dr, 2005 new shape, 1 owner 44,000 kms FSH, Cruise Control, Sony CD & much more, stunning condition, me silver only 6950 euros Tel 600 726 221/965 687 976 www.fwreurocars.com

INSURANCE For all your insurance needs, ie.home, car, health, funeral, travel, etc Excellent cover from Spain´s 5th biggest insurance company, “CASER”. Policies available in English and German. Call Professional Business Support on 966 923 963 for a quick quote from a real person/our friendly staff.

ALARMS

AIRPORT COLLECTION

AUTO CENTRE

FAST BROADBAND

BARBER

DRAINAGE

AWNINGS AND BLINDS

AIR CONDITIONING

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

BOARDING KENNELS

CAR HIRE

CLEANER

CARPENTER

43

Friday, June 08, 2012

MEDICAL Make the most of private health care and private hospitals, we have great cover and a two tier pricing system to suit your age and pocket.

All policies in English, many English speaking doctors or free translators at your service. Call us now on 966 923 963, and we will call you back with your quote. Caser Health Care .

PERSONAL BEAUTIFUL, caring woman (35) gives fun, pleasurable massage and more, Private Flat Villamartin, Liddy 677 865 831

PROPERTY FOR RENT Viva Villa and Vacation Services, For Short or Long Term Rentals visit: www.villaandvacation.com or Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 49, 2nd floor one bedroom apartment situated conveniently located in the town centre of Torrevieja, with a small sun balcony overlooking the lovely communal pool. Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref 33, Ground floor spacious 2 bedroom apartment, located in Torre la Mata.

Close to all amenities and beach.

3 month rental €300pcm Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 112, Spacious 3 bedroom detached villa with its private pool is located on the

HOT TUBS/SPAS

El Raso urbanisation near Guardamar. Convenient for all amenities, shops, supermarket, restaurants and bars. Short term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 63, Two bedroom 1st floor apartment situated in Monino Blanco. The property overlooks a superb communal pool area, in within walking distance of bars, restaurants and shops.

Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 155, Luxurious Three Bedroom Villa With Private Pool, in Quesada Close to shops and restaurants within a five minute drive, and Guadamar Beach is within a ten minute drive. Long term rental €800PCM, Short term available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 709, A lovely 1 bedroom apartment in Aguas Nuevas, within a 5 minute walk of the beach. There is a terrace outside with views to the sea. Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 117, A Lovely 3 Bedroomed 1st floor apartment on the outskirts of Torrevieja (Mar Azul). The Apartment is in walking distance of the excellent beaches and a good selection of restaurants, shops and bars. Long and short term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 61, A lovely two bedroomed ground floor apartment, located in the centre of the small Spanish town of Los Montesinos, With a pleasant communal swimming pool adjacent & all amenities in walking distance. Long and short term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 104, 2 Bedroom apartment in Torrevieja, (near gypsy lane), small balcony, near all amenities and Friday market. €350pcm Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref 702: Beautiful 2 bedroom apartment, located near los Locos beach, beau-

tifully furnished. Short term rentals from 175€ per week.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397

PROPERTY FOR SALE Excellent cover for your house and home, includes travel assistance for when you go away. Interesting prices for expats; policies available in English or German. Call 966 923 963 for a quote Very Rare safe buy with 2nd certificate of habitation or infractions Villa on 1,300 metre flat plot walking distance Albatera 3 beds - 3 bath, conservatory, lounge, dining room, pool.

Manageable gardens. A/c throughout.

Alicante / Murcia / Beach 15 mins.

Electric gates. On tarmac road.

Bargain price €219.900. o.n.o. - Tel: 619 721 833 or bolty110@gmail.com (68) Lovely Corner property in Novamar V, Gran Alacant. 2 bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Being sold fully furnished including appliances, Has secure underground parking and faces large oasis communal pool. Walking distance to beach. 139.000 Euros, Call 627 711 155 and quote Ref No. K10 Ground floor duplex, with splendid views. Quiet location in Gran Alacant.

Immaculate condition. Price has just been reduced to 105.000 and includes everything. For viewing call 627 711 155 Ref. No K27 Rare opportunity to purchase on Mediterrania III, Gran Alacant. 2 bedrooms,

ENERGY SAVER

2 bathrooms, Private Parking, F/Furnished, Large communal pools & Tennis courts S/W facing, Dramatically reduced for quick sale to 126.000 euros.

Ref No. K58 Call 627 711 155 for immediate viewing Don Pueblo, Gran Alacant. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Large Kitchen with Galleria, Secure underground parking, Gas Central Heating, Glazed in Porch, Solarium with stunning views.

Viewings absolutely essential. Very large property at reduced price of 190.000 euros. Ref No. K38 Call 627 711 155 Opportunity to purchase at the off plan price of 195.000 euros. Large 4 Bed, 3 Bath Brand new property. Secure underground parking for 2 cars and communal pool.

Situated opposite Gran Alacant and over looks projected golf course. Ref No. K52. 627 711 155 2 Bed, 1 Bath Ground floor duplex. Central heating, Grills, Fully furnished, Glazed in Galleria, 2 communal pools, private parking and walking distance to the Gran Alacant commercial centre. Situated in the popular urbanisation of Puerto Marino. Now only 96,500 euros for quick sale Ref No. K46. 627 711 155 Immaculate ground floor Duplex, 2 beds, 2 bath, Private Parking, Situated in Novamar, Gran Alacant.

Price includes very tasteful furniture and white goods.

Walking distance to all local amenities and beach. Now only 129,750 euros. Ref No K24. 627 711 155 Gran Alacant Detached villa, located in a very sought after location.Situated on a 560m2 S/W facing plot and constructed in 2005.

Comprising of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 full baths), Lounge-Diner, fully equipped Kitchen, Porch and Solarium with Alicante & Sea Views. ref.L81. €258,000 neg.

Tel. 680333242

FISHING

DAMP PROOFING

ELECTRICIAN

Gran Alacant villa located in a very quiet area , situated at the end of a cul-de-sac means there is no through traffic.3 bed, 3 bath, 330m2 plot, established large gardens, working fireplace, solar panel for hot water,private parking, south facing great views, fully furnished, fantastic opportunity. ref.

L85. €215,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant Opportunity to purchase a beautiful 3 bedroomed, 3 bathroomed,large kitchen, detached property with roof- top solarium. Well established gardens and drive way for 2 cars, whilst also overlooking the projected 18 hole golf course.

Comprising of fitted wardrobes, utility room, air con H/C, alarm system, electric wall heaters, intercom system, fireplace, ceilings fans, 8x7 gazebo, use of 2 large communal pools, immaculate condition with many extras. ref K12. €180,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant bargain, detached villa with pool on 400m2 plot. Briefly comprising of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Lounge Diner, independent kitchen, solarium with views, well maintained gardens. Quiet location yet within walking distance of all amenities. Top quality furniture and appliances included in the price. Extras include, mosquito nets, grills, toldos blinds, built in wardrobes, gas fire, electric heating, ceiling fans, English & Spanish TV, tastefully tiled & graveled garden with irrigation system. ref K43. €229,000 Tel 680333242

Ref 533: Lovely 2 bedroom Townhouse located in the popular area of Punta Prima, the property has a large lounge and fully equipped kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, one with balcony, bathroom with double shower. €126,000 Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Gran Alacant Gem! Fabulous detached Villa, with Alicante sea views to the front and wood land views to the rear, means this immaculate villa is very private and un-overlooked.

Comprising of 2 large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, 2 bath, large fully equipped kitchen,glazed porch sitting area, solarium, Attractive Pool with cover, well maintained Gardens. Central Heating, Air Con, Ceiling fans, Private Parking, Alarm system, Decorative working Fire Place complete with electric Fire. Outdoor workshop/storage area, Quality Pergola & BBQ. Constructed in 2006, on plot size of 380m2 and being sold fully furnished including white goods. ref L80. €234,995 Tel 680333242

INTERIOR DESIGN

HAIRDRESSERS

HAIR AND BEAUTY

HEARING AIDS

HEATING

INK

44

Friday, June 08, 2012

Gran Alacant immaculate villa, 3 bedroomed, 3 bathroomed property maintained to a very high standard inside and out and the interior furnishings are top quality, offering a feeling of luxury and good taste. The plot size is 400m2 and has been beautifully tiles, and graveled and has established palms and plants. Oil fired

central heating throughout, log effect fire place, ceiling fans in all rooms, towel heater rails, glazed in shower units, instant hot water, water purifier, free English TV, phone & internet lines, fitted double hanging wardrobes, safe, glazed in front porch, vanity units and much more. The pool is an 8 X 4 m2 salt water pool,

LOCKSMITH

meaning maintenance is much easier plus outside toilet and shower. Sea views to front with Greenland views to the rear. ref K51. €245,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant immaculate outstanding south facing villa in sought after road. Set on a 350m2 plot with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths,large porch, solarium and terraces. The large under build includes a lounge, kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom and patio doors leading to pool area. Internal & external access for under build. Extras include electric

MOSQIUITO SCREENS

NEWS AGENTS

radiators, air con H/C, ceiling fans, gas fire, heated towel rails, extended walk-in shower, fitted wardrobes.

Decorative tiling inside and out.

Panoramic views towards Alicante Bay, Sky TV, phone line and Internet & Private parking, established gardens, water features and fruit trees. Being sold with exquisite furniture and all white goods.

Immaculate finishes and decor. ref L84. €278,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant South facing attractive corner house Situated in the sought after urbanization of Monte Faro, this secure gated urbanization offers a stunning oasis pool, with mountain views, tennis courts and football courts. Consisting of 3 double beds with balconies, 2 bathrooms, kitchen leading onto court yard which can easily be converted into an extra room, lounge diner with working fireplace, front garden with private parking for 2 cars. Being sold fully furnishes with white goods, built in 2006 so immaculate condition hardly lived in. Ref K48 €168,000 priced for quick sale Tel 680333242

Gran Alacant South facing attractive corner house Situated in the sought after urbanization of Monte Faro, this secure gated urbanization offers a stunning oasis pool, with mountain views, tennis courts and football courts. Consisting of 3 double beds with balconies, 2 bathrooms, kitchen leading onto court yard which can easily be converted into an extra room, lounge diner with working fireplace, front

garden with private parking for 2 cars. Being sold fully furnishes with white goods, built in 2006 so immaculate condition hardly lived in. Ref K48 €168,000 priced for quick sale Tel 680333242 Viva Villa and Vacation Services are pleased to offer property sales for the Torrevieja and Oriheula areas of the Costa Blanca, Spain. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 or Visit : www.villaandvacation.com

PARTY PLANNING

PERSONAL

MOBILE GARAGE SERVICES KENNELS PAVING

LIMOUSINES PETS

POOLS

PLUMBERS

PLASTERER

MASSAGE

MOBILE CAR REPAIRS

POOL TABLES

Recovery & Breakdown Services

45

Friday, June 08, 2012

Balsares is opposite Gran Alacant where the proposed golf course is now being started so this property will virtually be on the golf course, it is an investment not to be missed. The property is on a small gated urbanisation of 18 houses with private underground parking for 2 cars and direct access to the house, communal pool and toilets/changing rooms etc.

The house is brand new and consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge with working fire place, large kitchen 12 m2, large galleria/ utility room, bedroom balcony and front tiled terrace. This property also has a converted under build for an extra lounge or bedroom. ref K52 € 198,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant, Situated front line to the famous blue flag beaches of Carabassi, the

real beauty of this property is its proximity to the beach, but also on offer is a fantastic communal pool situated in beautifully kept gardens with little Spanish walk ways.Comprising of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge diner, American style kitchen including all appliances, roof top solarium with stunning views, front porch area with front garden and a secure underground garage. fully furnished Ref. K23 €125,000 rare opportunity Tel 680333242

Ref: 513, €115,000. Two bedroom ground floor apartment, in Aguas Nuevas, close to all amenities including the beach. It has a good size lounge, kitchen and has off road parking facilities.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 521, €105,000. This comfortable bungalow is located in San Luis with a new roof and solarium tiles.

It is close to supermarkets, bars, restaurants and is on the local bus route. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 516, €39,999. Studio apartment in San Luis, close to amenities. Open plan fully equipped kitchen. Good sized lounge, bedroom and out onto balcony which has been glazed to create another room. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 510, €70,000.

Bungalow located in San Luis. It is close to the supermarkets, bars and restaurants and is on the local bus route. An Opel Corsa car is included in this sale. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397

RAG AND BONE MAN

Ref: KP3100, €183,000.

Three bedroom, two bathroom detached villa, located in San Luis, on a 450sqm plot, with communal pool.

Garage to side of house.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 78, €120,000. Three bedroom Quad in Jardin Del Mar VII. There is off-road parking and small storage shed in the enclosed garden area, communal pool nearby. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 709, €60,000 A lovely 1 bedroom apartment in Aguas Nuevas, within a 5 minute walk of the beach.

There is a terrace outside with views to the sea. Short

or long term rental available.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref. 526, €49,900. A lovely bright 1 bedroom apartment in the area of Torreblanca.

There is a large communal pool and well maintained gardens, with tennis courts and childrens play area.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref 532: 3 Bedroom Detached villa Located on the edge of a small Spanish village with 3,800 sqm of landscaped gardens, Private Pool, Bargain €180,000 Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397

SHOWERS

Need English Speaking Solicitors in Torrevieja? Let us help to solve your problems with debt recovery,

SOLICITORS

divorce, property, accident claims, legalise land. Call us on 966 923 963, give us brief details and get in touch with your specialist solicitor.

WIG SPECIALIST SALON MARGARETHAS, 23 years in Torrevieja Hair/Wig specialist for Medical illness and Hair Loss problems. We offer different Hair Replacements, top fillers, Hair prostheses, Toupees and Wigs, Natural and Artificial hair and much more. Also fashion/festival accessories TV/TS are welcome to our service. Please call our salon reception for an appointment with Margaretha on Tel no 966 921 846 Torrevieja (64)

WANTED

SURVEYS

REMOVALS

SUN PROTECTION

SECURITY

STORAGE

WATER FILTERS

SEWING

SWIMMING POOL MAINTENANCE

RECYCLING CLOTHES

UPHOLSTERY

46

Friday, June 08, 2012

Greenside Gossip IVIE DAVIES takes a weekly look at the golf scene - golfdavies@gmail.com

OPEN FIRE

AT a time when there is no escape on the BBC schedule from a programme called ‘The Voice’, it's a pitiful irony to reflect on how little we hear from the Voice of Golf. ‘’Do you know there was a year when we covered 16 events?'’ says Peter Alliss, sounding as exasperated as the rest of us at the sad decline in the Corporation's golfing output.

He told the Daily Mail: ‘’Now we're down to two or three. I'm disappointed, obviously. Could the BBC have spent their money in better ways? I don't hear the move to Manchester being spoken of with considerable acclaim. ‘’But the bottom line is it's difficult to compete against Sky's bottomless pit. It doesn't matter how good a poker player you

Master the lob shot for great escapes

IF you are stuck behind a bunker, hitting a lob shot is your best option, as long as the lie isn't too bare.

The first thing I do in this situation is open the face of my 60 degree wedge so it plays more like 80 degrees.

It's important when you do twist the top of the shaft to open the face BEFORE taking your grip. In the correct position the logo on the grip will point to your right.

To slide the clubface under the ball, producing the ideal high trajectory, allow the club to move on an outto-in path through the downswing. As you cut across the ball at impact you'll add loft to the shot.

It's important as you do this however, not to lean back in a bid to help the ball into the air. This is a fatal mistake that causes fat and thin strikes.

are, if you've got £50 and the other bloke has pots of money, he'll beat you in the end.'’

The Beeb have been beaten to such an extent that the only exclusive live men's event left is The Open, and Alliss can envisage a day when even that asset is stripped.

He says: “It only takes a change of committee at the Royal and Ancient to look at a huge offer and think, "Yes, we know the BBC have no adverts and a large audience but how can we turn this down?"

It's sad when you look at what BBC have to offer. Their viewing figures for the Masters peaked at 2.1 million while Sky topped out at 500,000. I do think the European Tour was weak when they were taking some of their events away from the BBC. I'd imagine Sky were saying they

A new Sky cloud hovers over BBC

would cover 100 events if they had exclusive rights to everything but if some events stay with the BBC it would only be 37. The tour got nervous. Like the football authorities, they were desperate to have Sky's money to keep everyone happy, but it seems to me they had a stronger hand to play.

What would Sky have done to fill all those hours on their various channels if they didn't have golf?

I have always enjoyed the PGA Championship at Wentworth, the flagship event of the European Tour either as a visitor when I was in the UK or on TV. And this year was no exception. But sadly the BBC coverage of the PGA Championship is coming to an end - and a sad day it is.

This year’s tournament saw Sky Sports cover the first two days with Ewan Murray, Bruce Critchley, Mark Roe et al while BBC Sport’s team comprised Alliss the master, Ken Brown, Andrew Cotter and Hazel Irvine.

This was an opportunity to have a direct comparison on the same event outside USA TV hosting. In my opinion BBC will be sorely missed, along with World Hall of Fame personality Alliss.

Sky’s commentators try to convince the audience how good they are at the technical side of golf. An example is Roe, who said of a particular player’s shot, “Another two yards to the right and it would have been sensational”.

REALLY? Then there’s coach Simon Holmes going on about shoulders over rotating and arms being locked under the rib cage.

A prominent golf coach he maybe, but a TV personality he ain’t.

Compare that to an Alliss comment when seeing a young boy with a neat haircut. “Very smart compared with today’s footballers who look they have escaped from the chain gang” embracing a level of interspersed commentary we can all appreciate.

Or Maureen Medhill on the course telling you the simple things. “Peter, the ball is sitting up but difficult to hit” - as opposed to Howard Clark’s “this breaks from the right” when in fact the opposite happens.

Okay, BBC may not be everybody’s cup of tea but the presenters are refreshing, with Hazel Irvine fronting the programme in a neat and tidy manner and a Scottish lilt to go with it. Compare that to Robert Lee’s arrogant humour as he tries to impress in a studio with other humourless commentators Dennis Pugh and Tony Johnstone.

It’s such a pity that if we want to watch golf, short of switching off the sound we have to listen to the wittering of those who are trying to impress us with their expertise.

Can we not start up a petition to get BBC to change their mind and not drop full coverage of golf? Please, please don’t leave it all to Sky or we’ll have to have a Leveson Enquiry.

TITTER ON THE TEE • A BELOW-PAR PERFORMANCE IS CONSIDERED GOOD. • YOU CAN STOP IN THE MIDDLE AND HAVE A CHEESEBURGER AND A COUPLE OF BEERS. • YOU CAN STILL MAKE MONEY DOING IT AS A SENIOR. • IT'S MUCH EASIER TO FIND THE SWEET SPOT. • FOURSOMES ARE ENCOURAGED. • THREE TIMES A DAY IS POSSIBLE. • YOUR PARTNER DOESN'T HIRE A LAWYER IF YOU DO IT WITH SOMEONE ELSE. • IF YOU LIVE IN SPAIN, YOU CAN DO IT EVERY DAY. • YOU DON'T HAVE TO CUDDLE WITH YOUR PARTNER WHEN YOU'RE FINISHED. • IF YOUR EQUIPMENT GETS OLD AND RUSTY, YOU CAN REPLACE IT.

47

Friday, June 08, 2012

THE FOUL AND THE PUSSY CATS

PC war on swearing is a f***ing disgrace I CANNOT believe that officials of a lower league are to start monitoring swearing on the football field in a bid to curb foul language.

And of all the places in the world, they are choosing the roughest, toughest area south of the border to do it – the North East.

The Northern League is situated in an area where pits, shipyards and hard living off the sea dictated the nature of the place.

Life has never been easy up there and the air frequently turns blue for all sorts of reasons. And that's just the women!

Saturday afternoon at the football match, whether on or off the pitch, was always a place to let off steam. So if we are not to be allowed to do it there, where are we going to be allowed to do it?

And no, I am not going to join a gym at over-inflated prices and team up with a load of ponces prancing about in lycra.

Those that have probably never kicked a ball, never mind anything else in anger, are now dictating how we should behave - just because they think it’s the right way to do so.

If we give in to this, what will be next? A ban on spitting

on sports fields? Or teams turning out in Desmonds (tutus) to appease the gay brigade?

I'm sorry but it's bad enough that the current England manager is being undermined by the racist lobby over his team selection. But I ask you, even if Roy Hodgson was told by the FA to leave Rio Ferdinand out, who is to say that is the wrong decision?

Leaving John Terry out would have been judging a man before he gets to court. And somebody please tell me why Ferdinand did not object to Terry calling other players names over the years while he was playing alongside him. He undoubtedly will have done if the allegations made by Rio's brother Anton stand up in court.

No, if Hodgson was going to pick Ferdinand he would have done so at the outset and not when a player gets injured and a replacement is required.

Face facts. Rio Ferdinand is NOT going to Poland and the Ukraine - and it is probably a good job that he isn't - for other reasons, too.

Just imagine the fallout if the supposed racist violence depicted in last week's BBC

HEARTBREAK New Villarreal coach dies hours after taking job THE sudden death of new Villarreal coach Manuel Preciado has stunned Spanish football.

The former Sporting Gijon boss died of a heart attack just 24 hours after agreeing a deal with relegated Villarreal to take over for the 2012-13 season.

Preciado, 54, was sacked by Gijon in January after twice earning them promotion into Spain's top flight.

In April 2011, his team ended Jose Mourinho's nine-year unbeaten home league record when they defeated Real Madrid.

As a player Preciado was a defender who began his career at Racing Santander and also appeared for Linares, Mallorca, Alaves, Ourense and Gimnastica.

After retiring in 1992, he began coaching with Gimnastica in the mid-1990s and also had spells in charge of Racing B, Racing

Santander, Levante and Murcia before joining Sporting Gijon in 2006. He led them into the Spanish top division in his second season and spent six years with the club.

Real Madrid manager Mourinho wrote an open letter on his club's website, saying: "Manolo (Manuel's nickname) was always an honourable opponent, who I got to know well when he came to visit us in March.

"He had everything that I like in a person and in sportsmen: character, openness and the courage to fight against blows.

"We have been left by a football figure and above all by a very special person. My memory of him will be heartfelt and permanent."

Barcelona's Cesc Fabregas said on Twitter: "I can't believe the bad news I just woke up with.

Hugs for the family of Manolo Preciado. RIP my friend."

Another Barcelona player, Gerard Pique, called Preciado "one of the greats of the sport."

A Villarreal club statement said: "Villarreal want to express their deepest sorrow at the sad loss and want to offer their condolences to his family and all his relatives."

Preciado's record of 232 official matches in charge at Sporting, who were also relegated last season, is second only to Jose Manuel Diaz Novoa, who presided over 282 games.

A statement on the Sporting website read: "With deepest regret, Sporting Gijon wish to express their sorrow at this sad loss, for someone who formed an integral part of this club's history, and send their deepest condolences to his family in this time of grief."

Panorama programme ensues in Poland and the Ukraine.

Ferdinand, who appears keen to Tweet about anything that rankles him, would have a field day and it is debatable whether England or the tournament would be allowed to continue if incidents do take place and the PC brigade get their knickers in a right old twist.

So let's hope none of it does happen. A win or two for England early doors and it will all be consigned to where it belongs - the rubbish bin.

Then we will be able to get on with the job in hand......watching and enjoying the football!

Seven is heaven for Mil Palmeras

C.F Mil Palmeras had their most successful season yet in this year’s Vega Baja league - grabbing no fewer than SEVEN trophies in five different age groups.

The club continues to go from strength to strength

and all the hard work and effort from the players aged six to 15 came to fruition with this outstanding trophy haul.

On finals day in Rojales last Saturday, no team picked up with more silverware than Mil Palmeras.

Coach Martin Naylor said:" The players deserve everything they have got this season through sheer hard work and determination."

C.F Mil Palmeras is running a summer soccer camp right through July and August, with children from the ages of six to 15 welcome to take part.

For further information, contact Scott on 619 7004 39 or email cfmilpalmeras @yahoo.co.uk

48

Friday, June 08, 2012

EUR WE GO!

Do Roy’s boys have the guts to top the class?

IT'S all about to kick-off today - but don't go rushing to put your money on England to win the 2012 European Championships.

Some people in the old country seem more interested in racist and other issues than winning a major football tournament. That is just one thing holding Roy Hodgson back - the others are France, Spain and Italy.

England MUST beat France in their opening game to have any chance of progressing. Sadly if they do progress they come up against either Spain or Italy in the quarter-finals.

Nothing like doing it the hard way and it'll all be very character-building that's for sure. That's one commodity England teams of recent times have lacked - character and guts. They have added a little more technical

STEVE BOTT reports

ability to their undoubted skills. Now it's time to take the next step and show the character, guts, grit and determination to overcome any adversity and battle through against all the odds.

Granted, there is no substitute for skill allied to experience and whichever team produces most of that will win the tournament. Spain are everyone's favourites.

They have undoubted skill and are the current World and European champions so there's a wee bit of experience, too. Also, Fernando Torres appears to be back to something like his best at just the right time for them.

France, having gone 21 games unbeaten, have got to be taken seriously again. It's time to forget their aberrations in the World Cup in 2010. It would appear they have recovered from all that and don't forget, before Spain, they were also back-to-back European and World winners.

Italy's players will have too much on their minds, i.e. jail terms, huge fines and Mafia paybacks, to concen-

trate fully on the football so I don't see them as a threat. Then there are, as always, the Germans. But if Chelsea can do it why can't England or anyone else?

See off Germany, that is! They even beat 'em on penalties too......something England have spectacularly failed to achieve at international level.

So, dark horses. I don't see any and go for the Dutch to finally do what they have threatened to do in recent tournaments....actually win one. They have more than enough talent to do so with Robin van Persie, Arjen Robben, Klaas-Jan Huntelaar, Wesley Sneijder and Rafael van der Vaart in their ranks. They should be a joy to watch and they will be the team I will be cheering should England fall by the wayside.

I just hope it all goes off without too much trouble and I don't mean just off the pitch. No tantrums please, boys, no histrionics, handbags at dawn, diving, cheating and abusing opponents and officials. Just get on with it and do what you do best - play beautiful, flowing, exciting football laden with loads of goals!