I am on Facebook. It was a bit hard for my grandchildren at first to cope with the idea of becoming my buddies. But now they are getting used to the idea of me monitoring their behavior in cyber space. I have interfered only once. It was when one of them, who I have always…
Features
editorial columns by feature writers
Epigenetics
by Wolfgang K Piller MD •
Epigenetics is natures equivalent to the invention of the wheel. Everybody knows about DNA; long threads on which the genes are lined up, the totality of which is our very own individual existence.
Business in Focus
by Duncan Inglis •
Going on holiday is supposed to be fun, but what if you fall sick? It does happen. And what do you do if you have chosen the south of Spain for your permanent residence and need healthcare but still haven’t got your tongue around the Spanish language yet? Perhaps you simply prefer a more personal and comfortable approach? Problems, problems…
Life-Giving Leaks
by Editor •
I went to have a shower the other day, as usual, only to find there was merely a dribble of water. I start shouting, “Chris, Chris, Chrrriiissssss,” Nothing. I get out get dressed and stagger up the back, can’t breathe, to find him by the water pressure pump. Having a Miss Marple moment I think…
Reader’s Letter
by Editor •
This is just to say that the blue zone in La Herradura – which may be logical during the two-three summer months – is ruining it for all businesses the rest of the year.
Europa Day, Almuñécar
by Editor •
A letter from a reader, asking for more information on Almuñécar’s Europa Day, which is being held this Saturday, the 16th
Wonky Word – October
by David Darby •
NY Bed Bugs Bite They always said it was the ‘town that never sleeps,’ and now we know why! There has been a huge increase in the bed bug population, which is causing the city lots of problems. City-Council Speaker, Christine Quinn, and Deputy Mayor, Linda Gibbs, are – in the time honoured US tradition…
MW Services
by Mette Owens •
If you need help with relocation to Spain, the team at MW Services in Almuñécar can assist with all your needs. The professional duo, Poul Westergaard and Maria Luisa Morón Garcia, offer professional solutions when it comes to an almost endless list of services…
De Tropen
by Mette Owens •
De Tropen is currently offering some great deals on their beautiful furniture collections. There is a 25% -50% sale on their vast collection of outdoor furniture. Furthermore, their indoor furniture, all made of massive teak, is on sale at 20% off. The sale will run until the new collections arrive at the end of October.…
Annie Sloan
by Nicola Westby •
It was exciting to speak to somebody this week who explained how her business has developed positively as a consequence of the financial crunch that we are all experiencing.