This tragedy unfolded at a Chinese zoo two days ago on Saturday 18th October, when a 9-year-old boy tried to feed a caged bear. The incident came to light the next day via local media and a report from the doctor who treated the lad.
Remorseful Robber
by David Darby •
It’s not often that criminals suffer attacks of remorse, it doesn’t really figure high on the ‘attributes list’ when applying for a position as a bank robber, for example.
Torrenueva Immigrant Arrests
by David Darby •
Three illegal immigrants were arrested overnight in Torrenueva.
Costa Tropical Heat
by David Darby •
They often say that the British are obsessed with the weather… well this weekend they have had plenty to talk about. Mind you, it’s not just the British on this occasion, the Spanish media is awash with stories of how the Costa Tropical is living up to it’s name.
Almuñecar Portrait Painting Group
by David Darby •
The successful portrait group which started last winter, has recommenced following the summer break. The group meets from 10.30 to 1.00 on Wednesday mornings at the Arrayanes Playa Hotel on Ps. Cotobro, Almuñecar.
Rajoy A-7 Promise
by David Darby •
Speaking today, he said, “we understand the importance of this route for Eastern Andalusia.” He went on to explain how the the missing autovia will be in place in 2015, not only that, but also that he would himself be at the inauguration.
Child of Gay Couple Refused School Enrolment
by David Darby •
El País ran a story yesterday about a gay couple, Iván Vallejo and Ricardo Lucas, who tried to enroll their son at a Yago School in Seville, but were refused. Hearing that other parents had managed to enroll their children, they called again and omitted to mention their sexual orientation. They were immediately told there were “still spaces left for 2012-2013 year.”
Sacked for Being a Mum?
by David Darby •
The Popular Party (PP) have a knack of upsetting the public… abortion, austerity measures, Luis Barcenas, to name but a few. It appears now that they have done it again! This time, PP councillor Ángel Donesteve, has dismissed a female employee allegedly because she is now a mother.
Pink Panties Prank
by David Darby •
When you are under anesthesia, you put your complete trust in the people who are going to be messing around with your body. For Andrew Walls, 32, this trust seems to have been misplaced.
Burrowing Belly Spider!
by David Darby •
There are quite a few people who suffer from arachnophobia, for whom just the very thought of this next story would give them the heebie-jeebies for a year!