April 2012

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Age Concern Age Concern España Launches Its New Website  Check out our fantastic new website at www.acespana.org. All you ever needed to know about Age Concern España including how to access its services, how to volunteer and how to...Read More >>   Consulate News Consular help is at hand, but expats can self-help too Ambassador Giles Paxman spells out what British Consulates do and what British nationals can do for themselves Most of you reading this will never have come into contact with a...Read More >>

Race Night Gandia Area Social Club  Gandia Area Social Club International in association with the Original Charity Shop and the Unstable Lads Racing Team invite you to another exciting Race Night check out the information at http://www.charityshoplibrary.com/racenightmay12.htm Thank you for...Read More >>   Villena British Supermoto aceBritish Supermoto ace prepares for the first round of the Spanish championships in Alicante The British expat supermoto racer, Anthony Ford-Dunn from Bullas in Murcia is making final preparations for...Read More >>

Denia Chris Cosmo Denia -autobiographyHis friends used to tell him: "Chris, you should keep your mouth shut when you sing", but that never stopped him. "By the time I reach 80, I want to...Read More >>   La drova O’ YEA, O’ YEA, O’ YEA, La Drova  O’ YEA,  O’ YEA,  O’ YEA, or maybe   ‘OLA,  ‘OLA,  ‘OLA  would be more in keeping for this event.  But as we don’t have a Town Crier to open...Read More >>

Pepa A Family Tail Willow was one of life’s unfortunates. She was living rough in the campo, trying her best to nurture her 3 young pups – and to top it all, she had...Read More >>   Charity Market - In Aid of : Guardian Angels  Charity Market - Wednesday 11th April 10.00am - 3.00pm  At Alaire Shopping Centre, Benitachell to Moriara Road Nr Entrance to Pueblo Alcazar In Aid of : Guardian Angels   There will be  a large...Read More >>

GRAND MAY FAYRE FUN DAY SATURDAY APRIL 28TH  GRAND MAY FAYRE FUN DAY SATURDAY APRIL 28TH at L A FONT, LA DROVA, BARX.  Fantastic Fun for all the Family in aid of P.E.P.A. & CARITAS.  There will...Read More >>   Royal British Legion,La Foia BranchDo you live in Biar, Castalla, Ibi, Onil or Tibi? Branch meetings are held on the THIRD MONDAY of the month, at: Bar Pensionistas, Casa Cultura, Castalla Everyone who believes that...Read More >>

Denia Cat Protection League – Aldea Felina  Mina is a very pretty cat, who was abandoned outside the shelter and left to fend for herself at only 3 months old. She now adores being fussed. If you...Read More >>   Grand Book Sale  Grand Book Sale - Iceland Supermarket, Javea   Easter Saturday, 7th April 10.00 until 15.30   An opportunity to stock up on good quality books, 3 for 1 euro. There is also...Read More >>

Art Competition  PROCOMOBEL IN GUARDAMAR HELPS PAUL CUNNINGHAM NURSES WITH LOCATION FOR ART COMPETITION   Furniture store Procomobel provided a perfect setting for an Art Competition last Saturday.  With 43 entries there was a...Read More >>   13,711 evictions in Valencia Region - Highest in Spain  The Spanish courts last year processed 58,241 cases of eviction, which is a record figure since records began, an increase of 22 percent compared to 2010.  The worst  affected region...Read More >>

New Members “Friendly” Levante looking for membership boost  LEVANTE is increasing its number of meetings and looking to boost membership. The society is now meeting on every Friday in the month and, 19 years after its formation, is ‘opening its doors’ to all handicap players.   The current membership stands at 55 and captain Rob Westlands says: “We are a friendly society which caters for all handicaps and it is particularly among the mid to higher handicap players where we think we can help to fill a gap. “We are hoping that golfers new to the area and members of other societies who, perhaps, meet only twice a month, will consider...Read More >>   PEGO GOLF SOCEITY INDIVIDUAL STABLEFORD 17TH APRIL 2012 54 members (our highest turnout yet) assembled at Oliva Nova for our usual Tuesday competition. Those who wore shorts definitely wished they hadn’t as the wind had a definite chill about it.  Oliva Nova course was in superb condition apart from the 12th and 14th holes, which still has a way to go to equal the rest of the course. Our captain and members gave a very warm welcome back to Stuart Butler, who returned after a long absence. Due to the high numbers of players prizes have now increased to 5 per division. Div...Read More >>

Javea Green Aussie Pairs  On Saturday Javea Green bowlers were treated to a “new” competition in the form of a “drawn” Aussie Pairs. Sixty four players took up the challenge and by the response at the end of the day thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The players played six ends per game and had four matches, which were randomly drawn, against the other competing teams. Each game lasted an hour so the players were on and off the green in rapid succession as there were two groups of sixteen teams in operation, see the group photo with this article. The eventual winners were Shirley Payne...Read More >>   Pego Golf Society – Oliva Nova – March 27th  Spring is officially here and was clearly evident in all its glorious sunshine. The Oliva Nova course was a little more difficult than usual with most tees being well back and quite a lot of patchy lies around the greens, but the latter will sort itself out shortly when the summer grass comes through.  Once again we had a full field of 13 four balls, which included three guests with Shaun O'Gorman's 33 stableford points beating Jim and Jayne Leath to take the visitor's prize Knockout Competition result  Ken Millar beat Barry Levett by six & four Terry Leary...Read More >>

Levante Golf Society  Levante winners at Bonalba… back row ( l to r) Jim Thomas, Roger Miller, Mike Harding, Keith Price, Roger Mallaburn. Front row: Vaughan Dillon, Mike Cuerden, Harris McCrea.   Only 16 Levante members played at Bonalba and those who opted out missed a better ball pairs competition played in ideal conditions on a course which is now in excellent shape, especially after the downpour three days previously. After concentrated efforts in the last few months to repair the damage to the course’s reputation as a popular venue, Bonalba management must be delighted with the way the fairways, and especially the greens,...Read More >>

Letter Letter to the Editor of ABC from HM Ambassador Giles...James BirkettSpanish national daily ABC published a letter to the editor from HM Ambassador Giles Paxman rejecting suggestions that the British...Read More >>   Important ‘Abroad fraud’ warning for benefit thievesdwpWith summer approaching, Iain Duncan Smith, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, is sending a warning to people who...Read More >>

Royal British Legion Branches in Spain NorthTrader Spain Royal British Legion Branches in Spain North Branches are listed alphabetically. Some branches have their own web sites or information...Read More >>   Property Inspector: How to Spot a ScammerPR  TheMoveChannel.com's Property Inspector: Taking a closer look at global real estate each month. This month, TheMoveChannel.com's Property Inspector investigates property...Read More >>

Proposal to facilitate the registration of cars abroadEuroapress  On 4 April the European Commission will present a legislative proposal to facilitate the registration of cars, vans, buses and...Read More >>   Antitrust: Commission welcomes General Court judgments in Telefónica caseEuropapress  Antitrust: Commission welcomes General Court judgments in Telefónica case The European Commission welcomes today's judgments by the General Court...Read More >>

EU reaches preliminary deal on future-proof roaming solution for mobile...Europapress  Digital Agenda: EU reaches preliminary deal on future-proof roaming solution for mobile phone users Great news today for anyone who's...Read More >>

Transgender woman moved to tears after 100% Hotter makover A 23-year-old transgender woman finally feels she is her true self after being given the style overhaul she has always wanted. Lydia came out to her family and friends just eight months ago after an emotional journey but when it became to developing a female style she was left feeling a little lost. Desperate to become more feminine Lydia appears on 5STAR's 100% Hotter where she revealed that her current wardrobe is limited to just two items. Lydia, 23, came out as transgender eight months ago but says she has struggled identifying her own style However, after appearing on 5STAR's 100% Hotter Lydia has been given a sophisticated style over haul Speaking of her look Lydia said: 'I don't have a lot of clothes mainly because certain things don't fit and I am very tall as you can see. 'Without heels I am 6ft 4in. With heels I'm two metres. Like a glamazon I guess. The hair is a wig - I have a reclining hairline so I have to wear wigs.' She entered the show's 'hot spot' to meet stylist Grace Woodward, hair stylist Daniel K Palmer and make-up artist Melissa Sophia showcasing a rock chick look. pre bonded hairThe 23-year-old paired an asymmetric red top with leather leggings and heeled boots. Her 'box red' wig was topped with a knitted hat that she admitted was a 'comfort thing'. Lydia revealed that she does worry about how she looks to others: 'There's always a little bit of anxiety when you're passing people in the street but I feel like who I've always wanted to be. I feel like a woman. 'Finding myself is kind of a struggle I don't really know what my style is I'm just trying random clothes but I don't know if it looks good or if it's good in the public eye.' Before her makeover Lydia showcased a rock chick look pairing an asymmetric red top with leather leggings and heeled boots. Her 'box red' wig is topped with a knitted hat that she admits is a 'comfort thing' As is the nature of the programme, Lydia's photograph was shown to members of the public on the street where they rate her look out of ten - Lydia averaged a four. Grace Woodward invited Lydia to talk through her clothing choices and she admitted that she was not a fan of Caitlyn Jenner's style. Lydia said: 'Obviously she's an inspiration but I don't like her style because she looks like a middle aged woman'. Melissa uses contouring tricks to make Lydia appear more feminine and Daniel uses a lace front wig in order for her hairline to appear more natural Stylist Grace Woodward (left), hair stylist Daniel K Palmer (centre) and make-up artist Melissa Sophia (right) were on hand to offer their expertise

The team set to work transforming Lydia with make-up artist Melissa revealing that a colour corrector can help to hide stubble as well as applying the Kardashian's favourite contouring trick. Hair expert Daniel swapped Lydia's red wig for a natural hair lace-fronted one in an auburn shade while Grace added sophistication to her wardrobe with Seventies style prints. Upon seeing her new look Lydia was left close to tears: 'I love those shoes and I love this dress. Little bit emotional. 'I'm ecstatic to show off to my friends my family, especially my mum and my sister. They're going to be so pleased to see me as I am now. 'This is just me embodied as a woman now, this is a defining point for me and I will definitely reflect on it in the future and throughout the rest of my life.' Also on the show is 23-year-old Sasha who nominated herself for a make under after her friends claim that she dresses like EastEnder's character Kat Slater Sasha admits that her look is not popular with women having previously been physically attacked by them Also on the show was 23-year-old Sasha who nominated herself for a make-under after her friends claimed that she dresses like EastEnders' character Kat Slater. As she met the trio of stylists, it came clear that Sasha did seem to share the same taste in animal print and platform heels as the Walford resident. When Daniel asked what attention she gets from women she said: 'I get a lot of horrible comments sometimes they even physically attack me'. remy hair extensionsBut it isn't just women who give Sasha a hard time. She added: 'I've had weird situations on public transport where I have had to literally grab a guy's phone and throw it because he's sitting there thinking he was taking pictures of me slyly.' The expert team of stylists help to tone down Sasha's neon bright look with more neutral and subtle tones Sasha admitted that she isn't offended by her comparisons to the famous soap character adding she was open to changing her make-up but didn't want anything done to her hair. When her appearance was put to the public vote, the 23-year-old was given four out of ten. One member of the public commented: 'This image gives off "I want to have sex with somebody". I think she could be classier.' But fiery Sasha was quick to defend herself, responding: 'I think it's a bit rude saying I look like I wanna have sex with someone when he looks like he hasn't been laid in his life so he should shut up'. However, the three style experts managed to tone down her appearance, convincing her to ditch her extensions, thick make-up and bright colours for a more pared down look. Her verdict? 'I do feel like it's a whole different look. I like it but it's different,' she said. 'I do really like the outfit, I think it's really cute. I do love the plait. I love like the whole style but I don't know whether I look like an alien.' 100% Hotter is on Wednesday nights at 8pm on 5STAR

She's currently filming the latest series of America's Top Model. And being the host of the most style-conscious programme in the United States, it was little surprise that Rita Ora showcased her own flair for fashion on Monday. Enjoying a break away from the set of the show in New York, the 25-year-old Hot Right Now singer stepped out in a quirky, high-fashion take on street style. Scroll down for video Hot right now?  Being the host of the most style-conscious programme in the United States, it was little surprise that Rita Ora showcased her own flair for fashion on Monday perruques cheveux naturelsLeaving her hotel in Manhattan, the former X Factor judge looked runway ready herself. Opting for a white printed tee-shirt, which bore cyrillic script, Rita made sure her outfit would spark interest. She paired the baggy tee with some classic black Adidas tracksuit bottoms, and chose to tuck her top into the waist band.

Street chic: Enjoying a break away from the set of the show in New York, the 25-year-old Hot Right Now singer stepped out in a quirky, high-fashion take on street style Her own personal catwalk show? Leaving her hotel in Manhattan, the former X Factor judge looked runway ready herself Slinging a matching Adidas track top over one shoulder, the Radioactive chart-topper cut a casual figure. Rounding off her look in high-fashion manner, the London native wore a pair of ruby red stilettos. Never one to shy away from accessories, the star wore a funky red and white choker, a collection of gold jewellery and a pair of rose-tinted aviators. Say what? Opting for a white printed tee-shirt, which bore cyrillic script, Rita made sure her outfit would spark interest Keeping it casual: She paired the baggy tee with some classic black Adidas tracksuit bottoms, and chose to tuck her top into the waist band Sassy shoes: Rounding off her look in high-fashion manner, the London native wore a pair of ruby red stilettos perruques cheveuxQuuen of bling: Never one to shy away from accessories, the star wore a funky red and white choker, a collection of gold jewellery and a pair of rose-tinted aviators Wearing her blonde lock pulled back into a scruffy bun, the singer made sure no stray hairs fluttered across her striking features. Opting for a natural palette of make-up, the Kosovo-born singer chose to highlight her plump lips with a flash of bright pink lipstick. Taking over from Tyra Banks on ANTM ,Rita has been busy filming series 23 of  the show with model Ashley Graham, stylist Law Roach, and Paper Magazine CCO Drew Elliot. Back to work? Taking over from Tyra Banks on ANTM ,Rita has been busy filming series 23 of the show with model Ashley Graham, stylist Law Roach, and Paper Magazine's Drew Elliot

She's spent the summer performing at festivals across the US. And it looks like there's no rest for Lana Del Rey, who was heading back into a recording studio in Santa Monica on Sunday. Dressed down in skinny blue jeans, a strapless white cotton top with a simple white shirt thrown over the top, the 31-year-old singer made her way to lay down some new vocals. Scroll down for video Young And Beautiful: Lana Del Rey kept it casual in skinny jeans and a white shirt as she headed to a recording studio in Santa Monica on Sunday lace front wigsThe the Born To Die hitmaker wore her newly-dyed chocolate brown locks in a half-up do, pulled away from her face, but hanging loosely around her shoulders. Despite her low-key weekend outfit, the songstress added some hits of colour with her accessories, opting for a chestnut hued Chloe saddle bag to stow away her essentials. The vintage-loving beauty added a pair of red sandals but shunned her regular favourite cat-eye shades. Pure and simple: Dressed down in a strapless white cotton top with a simple white shirt thrown over the top, the 31-year-old singer made her way inside to lay down some vocals

Cherry sandals: The the Born To Die hitmaker wore her newly dyed chocolate brown locks in a half-up do, pulled away from her face, but hanging loosely around her shoulders With her make-up taken back to basics, the natural beauty only needed a touch of powder and smudge of pale lipstick to finish off her look. Recently a song made by Lana in 2011 was leaked on to the internet. The track, titled BBM Baby, paid homage to the days of Blackberry phones, and appears to praise sexting. Back to work: With her make-up taken back to basics, the natural beauty only needed a touch of powder and smudge of pale lipstick to finish off her look cosplay wigsLast year, Lana released her latest album, Honeymoon, and she will continue her tour outside of the US in the autumn. The singer will visit Ireland in September and perform in Mexico in October. And while she's been focusing on her own upcoming performances, she enjoyed a Rihanna concert in Los Angeles in June with singer Jonathan Wilson. It is not known if the two are merely pals, or are dating. New flame? The star enjoyed a Rihanna concert in Los Angeles earlier this month with singer Jonathan Wilson. It is not known if the two are merely pals, or are dating