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The Palacio de Carta, a landmark structure and one of the first to be designated as a protected site in the city, is being readied to accommodate, on its upper levels, the upcoming Museum of History of the capital. The Santa Cruz City Council is presently refreshing the master plan of uses, aiming to initiate […]

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Concerning images of discarded cigarette butts at one of Tenerife's beloved viewpoints have sparked widespread outrage. The Mirador de Chipeque, renowned for its breathtaking views of Mount Teide and stunning sunsets, has become the site of a major litter problem highlighted by a video posted on social media issue, showing a ‘mountain’ of discarded cigarette butts collected from the area.

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July was one of the hottest months in the Canary Islands for 63 years

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July 2024 has been recorded as one of the hottest months in the Canary Islands over the last 60 years. According to data from the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), the average temperature in the archipelago during July was 23.2°C, which is 0.9°C above the long-term average, marking it as the tenth warmest July since 1961, which is when official records began.

In addition to the high temperatures, the islands experienced a significant anomaly in precipitation. The average rainfall for July was 2.2mm, which is 244% of the expected amount, also making it the fifth wettest July since records began.

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“Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Tourist Bus Returns to Main Streets”

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A man, aged 48, tragically lost his life in a fire that erupted in his residence on the ground floor in La Laguna, situated on the captivating island of Tenerife. These details were shared by the 1-1-2 Emergency and Security Coordination Centre of the Canary Islands. The devastating incident took place at 10:29 p.m.

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Not only is factory farming the biggest cause of animal cruelty on the planet, it is damaging our planet through pollution, wildlife loss and emissions. We must act now before we eat our way to extinction, Dr Elena Lara writes.

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Demand for octopus as food has grown significantly in recent decades. Yet with concerns around overfishing restricting the number of wild octopuses caught, businesses have been researching how they can farm them.

Crucially, octopuses are naturally solitary animals who will inevitably suffer in farm conditions.

Confined in cramped indoor tanks of water, these intelligent, unique and sentient wild animals would cause them immense distress, causing aggression, and ultimately even cannibalism.

They are also carnivorous, meaning they need to be fed wild fish in captivity - an unsustainable practice that would put extra pressure on already overexploited fish populations.

So, when seafood company, Nueva Pescanova, announced plans to build the world's first commercial octopus farm in Gran Canaria in Spain in 2019, it was rightly met with worldwide public outrage.

Last week, Compassion in World Farming - along with fellow NGOs Eurogroup for Animals and AnimaNaturalis - revealed that the company's assessment of the environmental impacts of the farm it plans to build failed to consider the significant threats it would pose to wildlife, the environment and public health.

As a result, the Canary Islands Government rejected the assessment, highlighting a number of environmental and public concerns, and requested a far more detailed environmental assessment from the company.

It's not just about the octopuses

These concerns include threats to local wildlife - such as protected dolphins, whales and sea turtles - through noise and water pollution as the proposed site is close to a Marine Protected Area (MPA).

MPAs are areas of the ocean established to protect habitats, species and processes that are essential for healthy, functioning marine ecosystems so it is vital that these are respected.

There is a protected species of algae, Cystoseira sp., present in the surroundings. It plays a key role in marine conservation, supporting biodiversity, and food webs and sequestrating a large amount of carbon dioxide.

The government has raised concerns about pollution from the farm including CO2 emissions, odours and discharges that could significantly add to the already highly contaminated harbour waters at the site.

There are also concerns about the public health risks of the farm due to plans to use nearby seawater which is not clean enough to be used for human food production.

High energy use and public health risk

The proposed farm would also use large amounts of energy and water on an island already prone to droughts because it would operate with a land-based recirculation aquaculture system (RAS).

All of these concerns come at a time when we face a triple planetary crisis relating to climate change, pollution and biodiversity. Rather than contributing to these growing global problems, we should be finding ways to address them.

Ending factory farming and switching to regenerative farming practices is a big part of the solution.

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Not only is factory farming the biggest cause of animal cruelty on the planet, it is damaging our planet through pollution, wildlife loss and emissions. We must act now before we eat our way to extinction.

On 8 October last year, or World Octopus Day, we coordinated a joint letter to the Canary Islands Government on behalf of 75 NGOs and experts calling on them to reject the octopus farm plans.

Just weeks ago, the US state of Washington passed the world's first legislation to ban octopus farming. California and Hawaii are also introducing bills to ban this cruel and environmentally damaging practice.

Plans contradicting sustainability claims

Momentum is building around the world in opposition to octopus farming. Thousands of people have signed petitions, sent emails and taken part in social media actions to make their voices heard and stop the octopus farm.

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Yet Nueva Pescanova continues to pursue plans to farm octopuses even though the project clearly contradicts its own corporate sustainability claims.

The company's website claims that it is committed to "maintaining biodiversity", "protecting the ecosystem" and "promoting the circular economy". Yet establishing an octopus farm in Gran Canaria would be totally inconsistent with these statements.

That is why it's important to urge Nueva Pescanova to halt these reckless plans now, for the sake of octopuses, and our precious planet.

Instead of finding new species to factory farm, we should be transforming our global food system to ensure we can produce healthy, affordable food in sustainable ways that benefit animals, people and our planet for generations to come.

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Prioritising sustainability and compassion

In the face of a triple planetary crisis encompassing climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, the expansion of factory farming with new species like the octopus exacerbates these pressing issues.

This approach not only perpetuates documented inefficiencies but also poses dire threats to our environment, public health, and animal welfare.

Urgent action is needed to shift towards sustainable and ethical practices that prioritise the well-being of both people and animals, safeguarding our planet and securing a healthy food system for future generations.
Dr Elena Lara is Senior Research and Public Affairs Advisor (Aquatic Animals) at Compassion in World Farming.
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Desperate to get to Europe, migrants from West Africa often travel in overloaded boats - like in this photo from November 2023

Coastguards in Mauritania have recovered 89 bodies of migrants from a boat that capsized in the Atlantic Ocean on Monday.

Nine people - including a five-year-old girl - were rescued, but dozens more are missing.

Survivors say the vessel - a traditional fishing boat - set sail last week from the Senegalese-Gambian border area with 170 people on board. It capsized off Mauritania's south-western coast.

Mauritania is a key transit point for migrants trying to reach Europe from West Africa, with thousands of boats departing from the country last year.

The most common destination on the perilous route is Spain's Canary Islands.

The Spanish government says nearly 40,000 people arrived there last year - double the number from the previous year.

Desperate to get to Europe, migrants often travel in overloaded boats.

More than 5,000 migrants died while trying to reach Spain by sea in the first five months of 2024, the Ca-minando Fronteras charity estimates.

In April, the EU granted Mauritania €210m (£177m; $225m) in aid - almost €60m of which will be invested in the fight against undocumented migration to Europe.

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FAKE NEWS: Beach in the south of Tenerife is not closed, signs are false

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Debbie Duncan says her family are devastated at the "worst news"

The mother of British teenager Jay Slater says the family's "hearts are broken" after a body found in Tenerife was confirmed as her son.

Debbie Duncan said in statement that her son's death was the "worst news", adding: "I just can't believe this could happen to my beautiful boy."

Officials say the 19-year-old's death is a result of "trauma consistent with a fall in a rocky area", adding that fingerprint tests showed the body found in Masca on Monday was Mr Slater.

Earlier, charity LBT Global had confirmed that Mr Slater's possessions were also discovered near his last known location.

The teenager, from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, was last seen on 17 June, after visiting an Airbnb rented by two people he had been with at the NRG music festival on the island.

'Fall from considerable height'

Earlier, the High Court of Justice of the Canary Islands said: "We have a positive identification and more data: fingerprint tests show that the body is [that] of Jay Slater and that the death was caused by trauma consistent with a fall in a rocky area."

LBT Global's Matthew Searle was with Mr Slater's mother when they heard the news that the body had been identified as her son and said the family were devastated.

He said: "The announcement does seem to confirm that Jay died of injuries consistent with an accidental fall from a considerable height."

Mr Searle said the charity, which helps families in missing persons cases overseas, would be supporting the family "to make this horrific time as easy as possible".

He added: "We are working with the family now to sort out the next steps of taking Jay home, recovery of his belongings and laying him to rest."

The BBC visits the mountain area where Jay Slater search ended

An earlier court statement today said that documentation found with the body belonged to the apprentice bricklayer.

"It is confirmed that the documentation that was on the body found yesterday in the mountains of Masca belongs to Jay Slater," it said.

It went on to add that "everything suggests that it was an accidental fall" but the results of the official investigation into the death would take more time.

Mr Slater's body was discovered by members of a mountain rescue team from the Spanish Civil Guard, near the village of Masca, on Monday.

Why did Spanish police say the search was called off?

Just two weeks ago, the civil guard on the island said the search had been called off, though the investigation remained open.

It is now clear that, in fact, the force was continuing with searches during this time.

Hinting at a possible reason, police said they made efforts to "preserve the natural space to ensure it did not fill up with curious onlookers".

That appeared to be a reference to the huge interest the case generated in the UK, particularly on social media, where bizarre conspiracy theories were circulating and which even led to some online sleuths travelling to Tenerife to join in the search.

In contrast to the UK, where officers will often give briefings during investigations, the Spanish police give very little information to the media while cases like this are open. They did, however, say that nothing had been ruled out.

It is possible that this approach allowed the information vacuum to be filled by "curious onlookers". Announcing the halting of the search yet continuing it in a low-key, virtually secret, way allowed the online noise - and media attention - to subside.

Nonetheless, the police do appear keen to demonstrate how demanding the search has been and why it has taken so long.

Video released by the civil guard showed just how difficult it was to access the steep rocky area where the body was discovered.

Earlier, a friend of Jay Slater paid tribute to "the happiest and most smiley person in the room".

Lucy Law, who was the last known person to speak to Mr Slater during a phone call on 17 June, paid tribute to him on her Instagram page.

She said: "Honestly lost for words. Always the happiest and most smiley person in the room, you was (sic) one of a kind Jay and you'll be missed more than you know."

Ms Law's tribute continued: "I'm sure you'll 'have your dancing shoes polished and ready' waiting for us all.

"We all love you buddy. Fly high."

Accrington and Rossendale College, where Mr Slater was studying as an apprentice bricklayer, said it was "deeply saddened" to hear the news of his death.

It added, Mr Slater was a "hard-working apprentice" at the college "with a very bright future ahead of him".

"Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him."

The head teachers of the primary and high school Mr Slater attended in Oswaldtwistle have issued a joint tribute to him.

Andrew Williams, head teacher of Rhyddings High School, and James McBride, head teacher of West End Primary School, said: "All members of our school communities, both past and present, share in our condolences and deepest sympathies for those who knew Jay.

"As a devoted mother, we know Debbie would have never given up looking for Jay, and she and the family are firmly in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time."

Friends released balloons in Mr Slater's memory in a vigil in his home town

About 100 people attended a vigil in memory of Mr Slater at West End Methodist Church in Oswaldtwistle earlier, where they released balloons.

Friend Holly Kidd said she "always hoped he would be alright".

"I used to go out with him round town. He was such a lovely lad, it's really upsetting. Just a really good friend. I just want him to know that we all miss him and we always will," she said.

Carly Armstrong, whose son was friends with the teenager, said: "It's been heartbreaking. They grew up together.

"If I could have gone over and searched the mountains myself I would have. It could have been any of them really, it's just devastating.

"I want to show Jay's mum that we all love her, are thinking of her and are all here."

Pam Kerann who coached Mr Slater at football when he was younger, said: "It's nice for the community to come together and remember Jay.

"Everyone's got their own memories of him. He's a mop-haired little footballer to me."

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Rodents and insects such as rats and cockroaches have been the primary focus of pest management and rodent extermination initiatives carried out by the Department of Public Services and Environmental Sustainability of Santa Cruz de Tenerife City Council this year. Efforts have been made on public thoroughfares, open spaces, networks of municipal facilities or structures, [...]

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The Santa Cruz de Tenerife Provincial Court has acknowledged the entitlement of a tram user in the capital of Tenerife to receive 3,600 euros as reimbursement for a fall sustained due to sudden braking, an amount that will be adjusted with the rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and interest.

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Jay vanished on June 17, 2024, after attending NRG, a three-day music festival in Tenerife. His family and the community have rallied to find him, as have many British expats across the Canary Islands. However, newly announced details about Jay's past also appear now to reveal, not simply an innocent holidaymaker who got lost on a mountain trail, but a young man with an apparent knack for finding trouble.

While hopes remain for his safe return, questions persist about the substantial resources expended in the search and the apparent lack of results so far. The fact is that no-one knows what happened to cause his disappearance, but his story has been repeatedly placed, rightly or otherwise, at the centre of conjecture involving alleged drugs gangs, rumours of conspiracy and now an alleged admission of theft, involving a €14,000 Rolex, just before he disappeared without a trace.

Disappearance

Jay Slater's journey to Tenerife should have been a carefree holiday. He attended a rave in Playa de las Américas on the southern coast, but events soon took a worrying turn.

Accompanied by two men he hardly knew, Jay left the party and headed to an Airbnb in the remote village of Masca. However, Jay never returned. His last known communication was a frantic call to his friend Lucy Law, in which he stated he was "in the middle of nowhere" without water and with only 1% battery left on his phone. He was apparently trying to walk back to where he was staying, a more than 11km hike through inhospitable terrain and sweltering heat.

Jay's disappearance was immediately alarming. Apparently known for impulsive behavior, his family and friends feared the worst from the off. Despite his troubled past, they hoped this was just another misadventure from which he would eventually emerge unscathed. As he had on other occasions.

The Search

From the moment Jay was reported missing, Spanish authorities launched an extensive search. The Guardia Civil, Spain's main paramilitary force responsible for policing serious crime, transit and border issues (among others), have conducted a 14-day operation in the rugged terrain around Masca, utilising both highly experienced ground teams and deploying aerial support, in the form of drones and helicopters. Despite these efforts, no trace of Jay has yet been found.

A former detective, Mark Williams-Thomas, known for his work on high-profile cases like that of Madeleine McCann, joined the search. Williams-Thomas has suggested that Jay may have been terrified and disoriented when he disappeared, which could have led the boy to make irrational decisions. There appears to be little logic behind his disappearance.

According to UK national newspapers, like The Mirror and The Daily Record, after conducting an ever widening search police then refocused their search efforts on a ravine in the mountainous region where Jay's mobile phone last "pinged." Following well established protocols, in what can be complex, challenging and even hostile terrain, they have carried out a search. Not everywhere on the island has a constant phone signal, with some areas being quite wild and uninhabited. Nonetheless there are only so many directions and trails he might have been trying to travel.

A Troubled Past

Though the primary police operation has now been scaled down the search for Jay continues, and details about his past have started to come to light, complicating the original narrative of an innocent teenager lost on a holiday.

In 2021, Jay, along with seven other youths, was involved in a brutal unprovoked attack on a 17-year-old in Rishton, Lancashire (UK). The group was convicted of having ambushed a young man, attacking him with a machete, golf clubs, and an axe. The victim suffered severe injuries, including a split skull and wounds to his shoulders and legs. He later described his attackers as acting "like a pack of gorillas."

Despite the shocking severity of their actions, all eight teenagers avoided jail time due to their ages at the time of the incident. They were instead given community service sentences. Jay received an 18-month community order, including 25 days of rehabilitation activities and 150 hours of unpaid work.

The judge at Preston Crown Court condemned their behavior, noting a complete lack of remorse and their disrespect throughout the trial. He emphasised that if they had been older, they would have faced more severe penalties and most likely have served jail sentences. Jays recent history paints a picture of a young man prone to finding himself in troubling situations.

Wrong turn

An airbnb owner, of the property to which Jay was supposed to have gone in the remote village of Masca, reportedly saw Jay walking up towards the mountains alone.

Masca village is only a 15-minute walk from the AirBnb, however, Jay was reportedly trekking uphill when he departed the AirBnb, with the next significant village - Las Portelas - being approximately two hours away by foot, in the wrong direction.

Besides being some distance, the terrain can be challenging particularly to anyone unused to mountain roads, hikes and pathways. It would have taken more than 10 hours to walk all the way back to Los Cristanos, where he was supposed to be staying, had he been going the right way. No clues have been found despite an exhaustive search, with some suggesting he may have tried to leave the road altogether.

Mr. Williams-Thomas, the investigator who recently returned to the UK after a brief stay in Tenerife, released a video on X to address and "clear up" the inaccuracies circulating online about Jay's case. He stated, "You will appreciate that as part of our investigation we have spoken to a significant number of witnesses both here in the UK and in Tenerife, including Jay's friends who are fully engaged with us."

He continued, "As such, we have received a significant amount of both personal and sensitive information. We have even spoken to significant individuals in the drugs fraternity in Tenerife. Much of that information is highly sensitive and so therefore we will not be releasing it."

AirBnb renter says he has spoken to Spanish police

The accommodation, to which Jay returned after the event with two individuals he had only recently met, is far from most other signs of civilisation on the island - Jay and his friends were supposed to be staying around an hour's drive away in the popular resort of Los Cristianos.

Ayub Qassim, 31, told MailOnline he took Jay Slater back to his rented holiday cottage after a rave in Tenerife hours before he vanished on June 17. There have been unsubstantiated suggestions that Jay had been involved in some nefarious dealings that had gone wrong.

Qassim added: "If I'd fallen out with him would he even come to mine? There were no problems. You've seen the last images of him with his red blanket around him. I don't know if he had beef elsewhere because I don't know him that well, I only know him through friends."

Mr Qassim said he had only spoken to authorities in Tenerife. "I've spoken to the Spanish police and they've told me not to speak to anyone which is why I've been quiet. I've not spoken to Mark Williams-Thomas or anyone like him because he doesn't have any jurisdiction in Tenerife, and I haven't done anything wrong."

Public Concern and Response

The response to Jay's disappearance has been overwhelming. Foreign residents on The Canary Islands shared information across the archipelago and throughout the holiday resorts, and many in his hometown of Oswaldtwistle and beyond rallied around his family, demonstrating incredible support and solidarity. Friends and volunteers have traveled to Tenerife to assist in the search, reflecting the strong bonds and sense of community.

A GoFundMe campaign was set up by friend by Lucy Law to raise money for finding Jay and has raised almost £50,000. The fundraiser has been a beacon of hope for the family, dad Warren, brother, Zak and Jay's mother, Debbie Duncan, provided an update on the campaign, once it had topped £30k clarifying that no money had been withdrawn as the family had funded their trip to the island and accommodation costs themselves. "Thank you all for your generosity and kindness during this difficult time," Debbie stated, expressing gratitude for the public's support. The latest update listed some groups of people who have flown to Tenerife to help with the search, who would be supported by the funds and saying that the rest would be used to pay the family's continued expenses while they stay on the island to try to find their boy.

However, bubbling below the surface rumours and theories have persisted. In one troubling turn of events the family say the received hoax calls claiming that Jay was being held by smugglers whose drugs, it was alleged, he had been carrying and lost. There has been no evidence yet revealed suggesting this story may be true, with multiple anonymous calls being put down to sickening interference in an already confusing situation.

"We are aware of the conspiracy theories and speculation on social media and some websites, and can only describe this as vile," Ms. Duncan said. "The negative comments are extremely distressing to our family."

Ms. Duncan and some friends of the teenager have reportedly welcomed some offers of help from TikTok searchers. But the flood of attention has also included many unfounded theories and conspiracies, and Mr. Slater's family told British news media that they feared the online speculation had hindered the investigation.

She also told The Independent: "It is clear that the coverage of the case is building a perception that Tenerife is not a safe destination, and that the police do not act as favourably toward Britons on holiday as they would their own citizens.

"Everyone may have their own theories and feelings but to publicly post them knowing you are going hurt people is just cruel." said Jay's employers in a social media post

The authorities in Tenerife on Tuesday confirmed in an email that while the official search had ended, the investigation remains open until they have determined what happened to Mr. Slater.

"We just want to find him," Ms. Duncan said.

Questions and Hope

The disappearance remains a poignant and complex case. While hope remains for his safe return, his troubled history might suggest to some that there is more to the situation than there initially seemed to be. The substantial resources invested in the search for Jay have yet to yield any tangible results, raising questions about the efficiency and direction of the efforts. The Guardia Civil operation has been thorough and exhaustive, involving many professionals who know the terrain and the environment well, as well as many volunteers and amateur sleuths, some of whom flew in specifically to aid the search.

Nevertheless, the unwavering support from Jay's community and the broader public shows the power of solidarity in this type of crisis. As the authorities continue to investigate, all avenues of inquiry remain open, and the collective hope remains that Jay will be found safe and well.

Highlighting the need for caution when in unfamiliar places, proper communication letting others know your whereabouts, and the importance of community support, this story underscores the importance of staying connected and informed, particularly in potentially hazardous environments.

The hope for Jay's safe return is now coupled with an emerging understanding that his past could perhaps have contributed to the complexity of this case. As the investigation continues, his disappearance will hopefully also lead to greater awareness of preventative measures for others. Jay's family of course hope for his safe return, but there are growing questions as to who he was with and why, and what caused him to allegedly call a friend to say he was lost, without water and with his phone battery apparently about to be depleted.

Lessons

We all hope you're ok Jay.

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The Disappearance of Jay Slater, and Reports of a Stolen Rolex, confounds Tenerife Authorities * The Canary News

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Jay Slater disappeared on June 17 sparking a major search on Tenerife that has been reported across the globe, new info says he stole a watch

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American vs. British vs. Australian English | One Language, Three Accents

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1. English actually originates from what is now called north west Germany and the Netherlands.

2. The phrase “long time no see” is believed to be a literal translation of a Native American or Chinese phrase as it is not grammatically correct.

3. “Go!” is the shortest grammatically correct sentence in English.

4. The original name for butterfly was flutterby.

5. About 4,000 words are added to the dictionary each year.

6. The two most common words in English are I and you.

7. 11% of the entire English language is just the letter E.

8. The English language is said to be one of the happiest languages in the world – oh, and the word “happy” is used 3 times more often than the word “sad”!

9. 1/4 of the world’s population speaks at least some English.

10. The US doesn’t have an official language.

11. It is the only major language that doesn’t have any organisation guiding it – as opposed to the French Académie française, the Spanish Real Academia Española and the German Rat für deutsche Rechtschreibung. These organisations are responsible for controlling the evolution of their respective language in terms of usage, vocabulary, and grammar.

12. The most common adjective used in English is “good”.

13. The most commonly used noun is “time”.

14. The word “set” has the highest number of definitions.

15. Month, orange, silver, and purple do not rhyme with any other word.

16. The English language contains a lot of contronyms – words that can have contradictory meanings depending on context.

17. Over 80% of the information stored on computers worldwide is in English.

18. Words that are used to fill in time when speaking, such as “like” or “basically”, are called crutch words (and should best be avoided!)

19. English is the official language of 67 countries.

20. 90% of English text consists of just 1000 words.

21. There are 24 different dialects of English in the US.

22. The word ‘lol’ was added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2011.

23. What is known as British accent came to use in and around London around the time of the American Revolution.

24. Shakespeare invented many words, such as birthplace, blushing, undress, torture and many more.

25. The word “Goodbye” originally comes from an Old English phrase meaning “god be with you”.

26. Etymologically, Great Britain means “great land of the tattooed”.

27. There are seven ways to spell the sound ‘ee’ in English. This sentence contains all of them: “He believed Caesar could see people seizing the seas”.

28. Many English words have changed their meaning over time – for example, “awful” used to mean ‘inspiring wonder’ and was a short version of “full of awe”, whereas ‘nice’ used to mean “silly”.

29. The first English dictionary was written in 1755.

30. The oldest English word that is still in use is “town”.

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Nice fine to the guy who stared a fire in Northen Tenerife

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Nice fine to the guy who stared a fire in Northen Tenerife

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Prosecution wants 5-year prison sentence for man who started forest fire in Tenerife

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It’s the second time he has been accused of an offence like this and will also have to pay over €40,000 in compensation…

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Guardia Civil officially ends search for Jay Slater in Tenerife

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The swift response by authorities to close the beaches and conduct searches for the animal has highlighted the focus on safety, but also raises questions about how we report and react to the relative infrequency and very low risk posed by sharks in these waters.

On June 15th, 2024, beachgoers at Melenara (Telde) spotted a shark near the shore, prompting the immediate closure of the beach. The authorities, prioritising public safety, launched an aerial search to locate the animal. While the search proved unsuccessful, Melenara Beach remained closed for a day. On June 16th, a police drone detected movement in the water, possibly indicating the shark's presence. This led to the reclosure of Melenara Beach and the additional precautionary closure of the nearby Salinetas Beach, and San Agustín, in the heart of the touristed south. As of June 17, 2024, all beaches have been reopened, having demonstrated a proactive approach to beach safety. There is no history of sharks being problematic on these islands.

Sharing the Ocean

Shark sightings on Gran Canaria are considered relatively uncommon. These magnificent creatures are part of the rich marine life in the Canary Islands, but encounters with humans are infrequent. Experts suggest that sharks typically play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems. Their presence indicates a balanced marine environment with a healthy food chain. However, the recent sightings, while not necessarily cause for alarm, underscore the importance of understanding these wild animals and any potential for interaction with people.

Species

The specific type of shark involved is unclear, but likely a blue shark, the most commonly encountered shark species in the Canary Islands. These pelagic sharks, meaning they inhabit open waters, often approach the coast in search of food sources like fish and squid. Blue sharks, though large, are not generally considered aggressive towards humans. The last recorded shark to injure a human in the Canary Islands dates back to 2015, and it was a non-fatal incident involving a silky shark, a different species. More recently we have had sightings of Hammerheads, which are again deemed as pretty harmless, and when left alone instinctively avoid people.

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- Policía Local Telde (@PoliciaTelde) June 16, 2024

Risk and Coexistence

Marine biologists and shark experts emphasise the importance of coexistence with sharks. While they acknowledge the potential dangers, they highlight the rarity of attacks. Educational initiatives and responsible behavior by beachgoers can further minimize the risk. Here are some key points to think about:

Stay informed: Beachgoers are advised to stay updated on local advisories regarding any potential shark activity.

Swimming with a buddy: This simple rule provides an extra layer of safety, especially in deeper waters.

Avoiding certain areas: Murky or deep waters are more likely to attract sharks, so it's best to stick to clear, shallow areas.

Responsible behavior in the water: Avoid excessive splashing or disposing of food scraps, as this can attract sharks.

By following these guidelines and fostering a culture of respect for the marine environment, people and sharks can coexist safely.

The Importance of Responsible Tourism

Tourism is a vital part of Gran Canaria's economy, but it's crucial to maintain a balance between economic benefits and environmental responsibility. Responsible tourism practices encompass respecting the local ecosystem and wildlife.

Tourists can contribute by:

Choosing operators who promote sustainable practices, such as eco-friendly boat tours.

Adhering to beach safety guidelines and respecting beach closures implemented for public safety reasons.

Learning about the local marine life and its importance in the ecosystem.

Moving Forward

Education and awareness campaigns about responsible behaviour in the ocean and the very real, every-day role of sharks in the marine ecosystem. By understanding the rarity of attacks and adopting responsible practices, tourists and locals can, of course, continue to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Gran Canaria while respecting the natural world.

Gran Canaria's shorelines have always been home to a huge diversity of ocean species, and really if ever has that wild treasure threatened human activity here on the islands. Continued research on shark populations and behaviour, coupled with public education campaigns, can foster a greater understanding of these magnificent creatures.

Here are some additional steps towards sustainable coexistence with marine life:

Supporting conservation organizations: Organizations dedicated to protecting sharks and their habitats play a crucial role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems.

Considering the impact of climate change: Climate change can affect shark populations and behavior. Tourists can support sustainable practices that mitigate climate change's impact on the environment.

Responsible fishing practices: Maintaining healthy fish populations

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Ed Sheeran grins and finds love once more in Tenerife before a crowd of over 35,000 people - Tenerife Weekly News

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Initially, there was silence, followed by anticipation, and then, as though a divine apparition, the British vocalist Ed Sheeran leaped onto the stage this Saturday in Tenerife to the adoration of more than 35,000 fans with a fresh artistic concept that featured a band, although his vocals and guitar remained the focal point in a [...]

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One of the most iconic beaches in Tenerife is closed all summer due to rockfalls

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Following rockfalls on the morning of December 25th, the area remains unsafe for the public including the steps for access…

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Urgent Repair Works Needed for Two Bridges at Risk of Collapse in Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Tenerife Weekly News

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The degradation of the supporting structures of bridges B and C in Barranco de Santos at Plaza Europa and Avenida Marítima, respectively, has led the Santa Cruz de Tenerife City Council to declare an emergency for the reinforcement and rehabilitation of both bridges. The works are set to commence in July with a budget of [...]

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Animal, one of the funniest of the Sesame Street gang.When I was a girl (and now), I laughed a lot with him.

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Donald Sutherland passed away.

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Donald Sutherland, veteran actor known for roles in "M*A*S*H," "Klute" and "The Hunger Games, dead at 88 | CNN

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Donald Sutherland, a veteran actor known for roles in "M*A*S*H," "Klute" and "The Hunger Games, has died, according to his agent Missy Davy. He was 88.

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EVENTS IN CANARY ISLANDS TODAY | Woman Rescued from Jumping off Balcony at Canary Islands Hotel - Tenerife Weekly News

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Officers from the National Police have saved the life of a 32-year-old British tourist who attempted to jump off the balcony of a hotel located in the south of Tenerife, where she was staying with her underage son. The officers were dispatched to the scene where apparently a woman was about to throw herself off.

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Robot Cats Introduced for Dementia Treatment in the Canary Islands

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Robot Cats Introduced for Dementia Treatment in the Canary Islands

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Robot Cats Introduced for Dementia Treatment in the Canary Islands - Tenerife Weekly News

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Upon being introduced to Misi, Angela exclaimed, "What is this?" and placed him on her lap. She immediately started petting him, affectionately calling him "my boy" several times while trying to figure out what was wrong when she heard him purring, as if he were a young child or a baby.

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Environmentalists claim that Viera and Clavijo’s trees are not being watered - Tenerife Weekly News

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The ecological group Trees Speak has once again criticised the Santa Cruz City Council for the alleged condition of the capital’s grove. This time, the focus is on the large species in Viera y Clavijo park, currently closed for internal refurbishments. Activists are accusing the council on social media of neglecting the maintenance of the […]

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Parties call for action against the drought in Tenerife as the situation is getting critical

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They are concerned that the Cabildo has done nothing to alleviate the situation after declaring a water emergency almost three months ago…

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"MY" NY Knicks are just one step away from conference finals

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"MY" NY Knicks are just one step away from conference finals

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NY Knicks are 6-2 against Indiana Pacers. They're doing pretty good at home, also giving some headache when visiting rivals.

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2024 playoffs: east semifinal | knicks (2) vs. pacers (6)

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Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks will meet Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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Copolla's Megalopolis earns a 10min standing ovation at Cannes

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Copolla's Megalopolis earns a 10min standing ovation at Cannes

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Despite the opinion of the critics and recent sexual abuse acusations, Copolla did it again.

His most recent movie - Megalopolis - simply amazed the public attending at Cannes Film Festival. This is a project that took more than 10 years to see the light, and it seems it's worth it.

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Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis opens to 10-minute ovation despite awful reviews

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Adam Driver and cast join 85-year-old director who finally realises long-gestating passion project

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Jacob Collier -  Somebody To Love (Live in Lisbon)

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Visitors to Loro Parque now have the opportunity to see seven young Galápagos tortoises in their newly made habitat, now that they have reached the correct size for outdoor living. The seven hatchlings, born in the Animal Embassy at the zoo in Tenerife, can be seen alongside their parents.

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The MUECA Festival: Street Art Takes Centre Stage in Puerto de la Cruz - Tenerife Weekly News

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The streets of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife are buzzing with a circus show, clown comedy, parkour tours, storytelling, dance, and even an aerial acrobatics show this weekend. These varied activities have attracted hundreds of people to immerse themselves in art at the MUECA festival.

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Police investigate the drowning of a 6-year-old British girl at hotel pool

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They are investigating the absence of a lifeguard and her parents at the time of the incident at Granada Park Aparthotel in Los Cristianos…

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Three-vehicle crash leads to heavy traffic on the TF-1 motorway towards the south - Tenerife Weekly News

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A collision involving three vehicles has resulted in a significant traffic backlog on the southbound TF-1 motorway on the Friday morning of May 17. The incident, according to the Canary Islands Government's Emergency and Security Coordination Center (CECOES) 1-1-2, took place close to the Güímar municipality.

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French police kill man trying to 'burn synagogue'

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The Adeje Comprehensive Vocational Training Centre Opening in September - Tenerife Weekly News

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The Adeje City Council and the Education Department of the Government of the Canary Islands signed an agreement on Tuesday to co-finance projects to improve the educational infrastructure in the municipality, in response to the increase in educational demand due to the population growth in the region.

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LGBT+ communities condemn their "political inaction" - Tenerife Weekly News

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LGBT+ communities sever ties with Tenerife Cabildo

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LGBT+ communities sever ties with Tenerife Cabildo, condemning their "political inaction" - Tenerife Weekly News

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SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, 14th May. (EUROPE PRESS) - The organizations Aperttura, Caminar Intersex, Canarypride, Chrysallis Canarias, Diversas, Fundación Pedro Zerolo, Libertrans, Transboys and Transwomen have opted to sever ties with the Cabildo of Tenerife in a unanimous stand against their "political inaction", noting that the island's administration "has failed to implement any diversity policies [...]

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The uncommonly powerful solar storm is expected to hit around midday Friday

Feds are forecasting that an uncommonly powerful solar storm will occur in outer space Friday - potentially affecting millions of Americans.

The 'unusual event', as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) put it in an emergency bulletin Thursday, would be the first in nearly 20 years if it comes to fruition.

It follows a series of solar flares that began on Wednesday, during which several large expulsions of plasma from the Sun's corona - the outermost part of its atmosphere - were spotted.

That paved the way for the alert for Friday, where officials said the expulsions of matter and magnetic field could cause geomagnetic storms and problems for earthlings.

Those storms could cause electronic devices like GPS and parts of power grids to malfunction, they warned - while citing how it may drape a huge portion of the country in a spectacular circle of light stretching from California to Alabama.

'NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC)- a division of the National Weather Service - is monitoring the sun following a series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) that began on May 8,' the emergency alert read:

'Space weather forecasters have issued a Severe (G4) Geomagnetic Storm Watch for the evening of Friday.

'Additional solar eruptions could cause geomagnetic storm conditions to persist through the weekend,' it went on, before describing the abnormal actiivty that tipped space specialists off.

'A large sunspot cluster has produced several moderate to strong solar flares since Wednesday at 5:00 am ET,' it read

'At least five flares were associated with CMEs that appear to be Earth-directed. SWPC forecasters will monitor NOAA and NASA's space assets for the onset of a geomagnetic storm.'

The agency went on to define CMEs - explosions of plasma and magnetic fields from the sun's corona.

They cause geomagnetic storms when they are directed at Earth, they warned - revealing this to be the case of early Friday.

'Geomagnetic storms can impact infrastructure in near-Earth orbit and on Earth's surface,' the statement went on - stating how the rare event could 'potentially [disrupt] communications, the electric power grid, navigation, radio and satellite operations.

'SWPC has notified the operators of these systems so they can take protective action,' officials wrote. 'Geomagnetic storms can also trigger spectacular displays of aurora on Earth. A severe geomagnetic storm includes the potential for aurora to be seen as far south as Alabama and Northern California.'

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The seismic event was specifically recorded in the municipality of Teror at 01:01:23 local time.

Earthquakes on the Canary Islands, including Gran Canaria, are generally of low magnitude and occur relatively infrequently compared to more seismically active regions of the world. The Canary Islands lie near the boundary between the African Plate and the Eurasian Plate, but the tectonic activity is typically mild. Most seismic activity in the region is associated with the volcanic nature of the islands.

Gran Canaria and the other islands have experienced a series of small tremors historically. These tremors are often related to the volcanic activity underlying the archipelago, particularly due to the movement of magma beneath the surface. The islands of El Hierro and Tenerife, for example, have seen more significant seismic activities in recent years, often linked to their active volcanic systems.

This morning's earthquake in Teror, Gran Canaria, was minor and unlikely to have been felt by residents, but it does serve as a reminder that while catastrophic earthquakes are very rare, the potential for seismic activity always exists, particularly when associated with volcanic activity.

Monitoring and research continue to play crucial roles in understanding and predicting seismic events in the region. The IGN routinely monitors seismic activity to ensure timely alerts and to gather data that contributes to the geological understanding of the Canary Islands' seismic and volcanic behavior.

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Minor Earthquake Detected in Teror, Gran Canaria * The Canary News

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The seismic event was specifically recorded in the municipality of Teror at 01:01:23 local time. Earthquakes on the Canary Islands, including Gran Canaria, are generally of low magnitude and occur relatively infrequently compared to more seismically active regions of the world.

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It's going to be a suberb last weekend of April. There are events galore on offer to celebrate Springtime on Gran Canaria, from strawberries to cheese, from patron saint festivities to celebrations of nature, from books to jazz, and then some. Let's hope the weather is not going to be an issue, with some rain forecasted.

There is the Strawberry fair to discover in Valsequillo, and Cheese to enjoy in Guía. Agrotasarte, Tasarte. The Feria de Abril, book fair, a butterfly release, classic cars cruising around and much more.

Patron saint festivities this week can be found in Ayagaures and Cruce de Arinaga and many other neighbourhoods around Gran Canaria, throughout the spring and summer. Love Gran Canaria spring time!

Good the remember that next Wednesday, 1 May is a bank holiday in Spain to celebrate Fiesta del Trabajo, MayDay and the governmental buildings and offices will be closed...

Jump to #WeekendTips

Upcoming events:

30 April - 20 May * Gáldar in Flower

30 April - 5 May * Fiesta de San José y la Santa Cruz 2024 - Teror

2-4 May * Rally Islas Canarias

2-12 May * Maspalomas PRIDE

5 May * Mother's Day in Spain

10-12 May * Products of the Land Fair in San Mateo

11-12 May * Km.0 Fair Gran Canaria in Valleseco
10-11 May * SOLTURA Festival 2024 in Agaete

3 0 May * The 28th Wool Festival in Caideros de Gáldar

6 June * March Anthony Concert *ticket event*

7-9 June * FIMAR, International Sea Fair LPA

10-16 June * Gáldar Pride

12-16 June * FISALDO - Outlet Sale @ INFECAR

29 June * Collectables Fair in San Mateo

30 June * The Canary Awards

5-27 July * Canarias Jazz & Más International Festival

19-21 July * Maspalomas Soul Festival

Upcoming bank holidays:

Wednesday 1 May * Public Holiday in Spain - MayDay, Fiesta del Trabajo

Monday 13 May * Local bank holiday in Vega de San Mateo: Festividad en honor a la Virgen de Fátima

Friday 7 June * Local bank holiday in Teror: Festividad del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús

Thursday 13 June * Local bank holiday in Mogán and Santa Brígida: Festividad de San Antonio

Monday 17 June * Local bank holiday in Moya: Festividad de San Antonio de Padua

Monday 24 June * Local bank holiday in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: Commemoration of the Foundation of the City

Local bank holiday in Artenara, Arucas, Telde, Valsequillo: Festividad de San Juan

Friday 28 June * Local bank holiday in Agaete: Feast of Saint Peter the Apostle - Festividad San Pedro Apóstol.

Find more events and festivities at The Canary Guide calendar

Jump to #WeekendTips

A proper spring weekend ahead with sunshine, clouds, and even some possibility of rain. Friday looks very promising and sunny and as the weekend progresses, the possibility of rain increases, mostly in the mountains and north of the island; but exactly how much rain will just have to wait and see. Being aware is be prepared.

Friday:Little cloudy in general, with cloudy intervals in the north, opening wide clearings in central hours, and with evolving cloudiness in the southwest interior during the afternoon. Temperatures in slight decline, more pronounced in the southwest. Moderate northeast wind that will shift to the north during the afternoon

Saturday: In the north, cloudy with probable light rains, opening wide clearings during the central hours. In the rest cloudy intervals, tending in the interior of the southeastern slope to cloudy with some showers. Temperatures with few changes in general, except for decreases in maximum temperatures in inland areas. Light to moderate northwest wind.

Sunday: Cloudy intervals in general, more compact in the north of the mountainous islands and with probable light rains during the first half of the day. Temperatures unchanged. Moderate northeast wind.

The Canary Guide

CHEESE FESTIVAL SANTA MARÍA DE GUÍA | SUNDAY 28 APRIL 🧀

* The ancient northern rural town of Santa María de Guía celebrates Fiesta del Queso, the Cheese Festival in the historic centre of Guía, Plaza Grande on Sunday 28 April, and in Montaña Alta on 5 May 2024.
* Last year, the Guía Cheese Festival was declared a Festival of Tourist Interest in the Canary Islands.

The Festival of the Cheese of Guía every year celebrates two editions. Traditionally, the first one is celebrated in the town on the last Sunday of April and the second takes place in the district of Montaña Alta every first Sunday of May.

Saturday, April 27: Mercado de Guía
two children's workshops, the first of them 'Creating with wool' by the artisan Fabiola Santana and the second Official Cheese Taster, led by the master cheesemaker Isidoro Jiménez, starting at 10:00, at the Mercado de Guía Market. Also on this day, in the Market, from 10:00 to 13:00, various cheese and food pairings of quality agri-food products are held. Registration takes place 15 minutes before.
At night, in the Plaza Grande, starting at 20:00, the 'Cheese Dance' is held again with the participation of the ACR Estrella y Guía, the AF Farallón de Tábata and the AF Lairaga del Norte.

28 April: Main Day
On the day of the Cheese Festival in the town, in addition to the Traditional Gastronomy and Crafts Fair (from 10am) in the Plaza Grande and its entire surroundings where you can purchase the best local and Kilometer Zero products, you can enjoy the performances of the folkloric groups 'Ríos de Lava', 'Los Incansables' and the show Soloists with designation of origin with Alba Pérez, Patricia Muñoz and Besay Pérez.

Also on that day, starting at 11:00, the House of Culture will host the celebration of the XXV Insular Cheese Tasting 'Queso de Flor de Guía'.

This year, the House of Culture will also be a meeting place for all those who want to enjoy the 'Flavours with Star-Guide Cheeses' Cooking Show, a large number and variety of delicacies that will be prepared by the students and teachers of the training cycles of Cooking and Restoration, Restoration and Bakery Services, pastry and confectionery and Restoration Services Management at the IES Noroeste.

Sunday 5 May, Montaña Alta
The festival moves the following week, on Sunday, May 5, to Montaña Alta where you can enjoy a great Gastronomy Fair with tastings of cheese, local products and traditional food prepared by the residents of the neighbourhood.

There will be a performance by the AF Lairaga del Norte, the ACR Estrella y Guía, and around 13:00 the show 'Canción y Punto' with Thania Gil and Yeray Rodríguez.

Enjoy the delicious Canarian sancocho, the jaramago stew, accompanied by the best Guia Cheese, tortillas with honey, and rice pudding that will delight everyone, calling on everyone to use public transportation on this day.

Good to remember that both on Sunday 5 May , and throughout the year, you can visit and enjoy the Casa del Queso and the Montaña Alta Viewpoint, and the spectacular views that can be seen from there.

Public transport
to Montaña Alta, the Global bus company will have a special arrangement for that day, extending the service from 10 in the morning until three in the afternoon.

AGROTASARTE 2024 | TASARTE, LA ALDEA DE SAN NICOLAS | SUNDAY 28 APRIL

The IV edition of the Agrotasarte Fair on Sunday, April 28, from 10:00 to 16:00 at the Tasarte Football Field.

A restoration area and an exhibition area of agricultural and artisan products, where residents and visitors will be able to purchase the best kilometer zero produce.

For the little ones, children's entertainment activities will star at 10:30, such as customisation workshops for tote bags, caps, a play area, outdoor games, and board games. There will also be a free whistled language workshop, taught by the 'Yo Silbo' association.

🧀 In this fourth edition of Agrotasarte, attendees will be able to participate in a cheese making and tasting workshop, taught by chef Aridane Rivero and cheese artisan Victoria Helen Lewis. For this activity, prior registration is required at the venue, since capacity is limited.

🎤 A musical note will be provided by Mariachi and Kilombo Improvised.

To attend this event, the City Council of La Aldea de San Nicolás will provide a public transport service by bus, leaving from Avenida San Nicolás-Tasarte at 9:30, 10:30 and 12:00, and returning at 12:30, 14:30 and 16:15).

FIESTAS SAN JOSE OBRERO | CRUCE DE ARINAGA, AGÜIMES | 25 APRIL - 4 MAY

Fiestas San Jose Obrero in Cruce de Arinaga, in the municipality of Agüimes between 25 April - 4 May 2024.

San José Obrero : "Cruce de Arinaga" is one of the most populated areas in the municipality and celebrates its main festival called "San José Obrero". This is a neighbourhood created by the confluence of people who settled in this part of the island to work in agriculture. The festivity remembers its identity and its traditional elements during these festivals. With its "Romería", an offering to San José Obrero, and the Livestock Fair, the festivities of San José Obrero celebrate sharecropping and herding, one of the most important events in the municipality.

Saint Joseph Carpenter.

Highlights this weekend:
26 April: Noche Joven/Night for the Young with DJ Sammyto and DJ Óscar Martínez. at 22:00 plaza Primero de Mayo
28 April: Romería, pilgrimage offering at 11:00 from the parking area next to Colegio Doramas to the church

Still to come...
1 May: Feast Day
at 08:00 Livestock Fair
at 11:00 Eucharist and religious procession with the images of San José Obrero and Our Lady of Medalla Milagrosa
at 20:00 Los Gofiones, 55º Anniversary. Plaza Primero de Mayo

MOGÁN YOUNG FEST | 26-28 APRIL

Mogán Young Fest will celebrate its sixth edition this weekend, 26-28 April 2024 in Arguineguín.

The event will take place on Plaza Negra aka Plaza del Mercadillo, and will have a large recreational and cultural area that consists of a manga festival, gamer area, workshops, game tournaments, and K-Pop and Cosplay contests.

26-28 April: 6th MOGÁN YOUNG FEST and BOOK FAIR.
27 April: MOGÁN JOVEN 2024 CONCERT with Marlena, Ambkor, Ale Santos, Serezane and Furia Joven.
28 April: YOUTH CATWALK with designers Patricia Caro, Aday Batista, and Mel&Co.

Opening hours:
Friday 18:00-22:00
Saturday 10:00-00:00
Sunday 10:00-22:00

VALLESECO | CANTO A LAURISILVA |SUNDAY 28 APRIL

El Canto a la Laurisilva, 'Song to Laurisilva', a day full of activities surrounded by nature in Valleseco on Sunday, 28 April
Children's activities, dance, music from Arístides Moreno & 101 Brass Band, different neighbourhood, sports and social groups of the municipality

An experience surrounded by nature, accompanied by workshops, stimulating and inspiring activities, with live music in a unique location, with the aim of reconnecting with nature and between participating families. On Sunday, get to know the municipality of Valleseco, and be part of the Canto a La Laurisilva in the area of La Laguna.
No hassles, with everything prepared so that the families can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and feel nature in the middle of spring, being a wise combination of guided tour, nature, dance, workshops, and live music in a scenario that is impossible to repeat. At 11:30, the doors of this family event open and the show of the seventeenth edition begins.
In the very heart of La Laguna de Valleseco, a multitude of actions, children's workshops, dance, animation and the "aBRASSongs" concert will take place for a good part of the day, which aims to embrace and collide all the hearts of the public, a concert full of energy to enjoy this explosive fusion that is Arístides Moreno & 101 Brass Band.

EVEN MORE EVENTS THIS WEEKEND

IN THE SOUTH OF GRAN CANARIA

FERIA DE ABRIL @ CASA ANTONIO GRILL 27-28 APRIL

April Fair in the emplematic building Casa Antonio in San Fernando de Maspalomas. All things sevillian.
Flamenco Costumes, Live Music and lots of colour
📍 Date and Location: c/ Alcalde Marcial Franco
On Saturday from 12:00 to 23:00.
On Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00

CC EL TABLERO, SAN BARTOLOMÉ DE TIRAJANA 27-28 APRIL

The southern shopping centre El Tablero is celebrating their 10+1 anniversary this Saturday and Sunday.
On both days, starting at 12:00 free tastings, children activities and more
On Sunday: Kilian Viera live

LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA

BALLET CLASS - LAS CANTERAS ON SUNDAY 28 APRIL

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria celebrates International Dance Day (April 29) with a ballet class right on the Las Canteras beach

🩰 The surroundings of Cícer will become the idyllic setting in which "𝗠𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮" will take place: a very special barre class in which several schools of this artistic discipline will participate. The event will be under the artistic direction of Jacob Hernández, a Canarian dancer and former dancer of the Víctor Ullate National Dance Company, Ballet Madrid, Gran Canaria Ballet and Ballet Biarritz.
Are you going to miss it?
📆 Sunday April 28
📍 Cícer area (near GoFit), Paseo de Las Canteras
⏰ 10:30 initiation class
⏰ 11:30 Intermediate - advanced level class

CC EL MUELLE - LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA , 27-28 APRIL

The shopping centre El Muelle is celebrating their 21st anniversary this weekend with activities for children and adults, music and more. 10:00-20:00

CC LAS ARENAS, LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA

22 April - 2 May Harley Davidson Exhibition.
The upper floor of the centre will become a paradise for motor lovers with an exciting exhibition of custom Harley Davidson motorcycles.
On Saturday, 4 May , CC Las Arenas will be the starting point of the HDC 2024 motorcycle club convention on its 23rd anniversary. More than 300 motorcycles will roar from the Plaza de la Fuente de Las Arenas towards the south of the island, where the party continues in Barranco Balito. Get your tickets at the Vans store in Las Arenas and join the pool party with live music, shows, games and much more.

26 April - 2 June, the Las Arenas Shopping Center is filled with tradition with artisan stalls. 🌴 Discover the authenticity of typical Canarian products: from exquisite cheese and honey to irresistible sponge cakes, cakes, nougats and much more! The Canary Islands Day (30 May) celebrations

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PASSENGERS waited for hours in queues overnight after an airport IT system crashed - sparking "pandemonium" for thousands.

A glitch shut down Border Control e-gates at UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester in a "major, major incident".

Families were reportedly forced to bed down for the night without food or water after being stranded at arrivals in the early hours.

Snaps show frazzled Brits waiting for their passports to be checked manually because of the software glitch.

Holidaymaker Sam Morter arrived at Heathrow from Sri Lanka only to be held up by blank screens at the Terminal 3 e-gates.

The 32-year-old said passengers were caught up in "pandemonium" at passport control.

He said: "There were a lot of Border Force officials running and scrambling around.

"Four or five went to man the posts and start processing the UK passports manually.

"But at the same time, hundreds of passengers started to flood into passport control.

"It all of a sudden became chaotic and they couldn't cope with the number of the people coming in."

The glitch appears to have been triggered by the Border Force's £372million security database Border Crossing, launched in 2021.

A source told the Mail: "Clearly this is a major, major incident.

"You don't expect this system to go down for any length of time across the board.

"The involvement of major airports in different parts of the country suggests this is a nationwide system crash."

Surrey man Paul Curievici landed at Gatwick Airport at around 7.30pm on a flight from the French city of Lyon.

The 41-year-old waited in line for almost an hour at Gatwick passport control.

He said: "I was a little bit resigned at what initially looked like another British infrastructure failing.

"I had quite a lot of sympathy for the poor buggers furrowing their brows and trying not to look embarrassed.

"There was an awkward moment - half of us had been funnelled into the 'all passports' queue.

"When the system came back online they reopened almost all the UK/EU gates without opening any for us .

"I actually raised it with a member of staff and they finally opened one."

The Home Office said it had finally fixed the system at 2.10am this morning.

A spokesperson said the glitch is not thought to have been caused by a cyber-attack.

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Climate change: World's oceans suffer from record-breaking year of heat

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Every single day of the past 12 months has seen a new global sea temperature high for the time of year.

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Over 5,000 years of art from around the world.

Hours: Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday: 10 am-5 pm

Extended Hours: Friday and Saturday: 10 am-9 pm

Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May

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The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy.

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Port Records 766,000 Passengers and 1.7 Million Tons of Cargo until March - Tenerife Weekly News

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SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, 7th May. (EUROPA PRESS) - The port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife showed improvements of 2.3% in passenger traffic, with 766,159 passengers registered, and 5.2% in general merchandise, with a total of 1.7 million tons in the first quarter of the year.

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Two cubs were born in London, fathered by a 19-year-old silverback brought to the zoo five years ago from Tenerife in the Canary Islands as part of a breeding programme for the conservation of this critically endangered gorilla subspecies.

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Saying Farewell to One of the Two Smokestacks at Las Caletillas Power Station - Tenerife Weekly News

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After fifty-one years of standing tall, one of the two smokestacks at the Las Caletillas thermal power station has vanished from view for the residents of Candelaria and the numerous drivers who traverse the South Highway daily. It has been half a year of challenging work to dismantle the towering 76.5-meter concrete structure, starting from [...]

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Americans as a solution against low-spending tourists in Tenerife

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Americans as a solution against low-spending tourists in Tenerife

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Debate is served again. We all know tourists that are coming to Tenerife are not spending too much money per day, we actually need people who help raising this standard. Some analysts think the target has to be focused on Americans due to their higher adquisitive power. They - Americans - also have the idea that Canary Islands are somehow like Euro-Hawaii.

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By Rachel K Belkin with Wealth of Geeks via AP

The largest of the Canary Islands is looking to high-spending visitors to combat overtourism.

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American tourists are flocking to Tenerife in record numbers. 5.6 million tourists visited the Spanish island in 2023, and more than 26,000 came from the United States between January and September of 2023.

This marks a significant 35 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2022 and a 51 per cent growth over the 2022 summer. These figures are more than double the number of US visitors from January to September 2019.

Tenerife, already known as a luxury destination for Europeans, attracts around 5 million tourists annually. Tourists from the United Kingdom comprise the largest segment, surpassing visitors from Spain's mainland.

Often lovingly referred to as the 'Hawaii of Europe' due to its vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes, the island has been eyeing the North American market with Tenerife Tourism launching a campaign in 2022 to enhance its visibility there.

Tenerife is promoting luxury experiences

At the December 2023 congress of the United States Association of Tour Operators (USTOA), Tenerife Vice President and Tourism Advisor Lope Afonso spoke passionately about the island's commitment to the North American market. He emphasised the importance of enhancing connectivity and refining tourism offerings to prioritise quality experiences over sheer numbers of visitors.

Alfonso highlighted the island's diversity beyond the famous beaches and sunny weather, aiming to showcase its appeal to American travellers. With a focus on providing memorable experiences and opportunities for high-quality spending, Tenerife aims to establish itself as a top-choice destination, promising increased profitability.

In line with this vision, United Airlines reintroduced seasonal nonstop flights to Tenerife from Newark, New Jersey, starting 1 June 2024. These flights operate three times a week until 25 September 2024, and aim to improve connectivity and cater to the growing American travel demand.

Tenerife Tourism's ultimate goal is to enhance the island's connectivity and allure by kick-starting year-round nonstop connections for American travellers.

Tenerife's push for sustainable tourism

Tenerife's year-round sunshine, diverse landscapes, and charming historic villages offer a variety of attractions and activities tailored to every type of traveler.

John Jairo Cortes, a driver for Transalex transport company in Tenerife, highlights one of the island's captivating features: its diverse microclimates. Cortes explains, "If you want a cold climate, you go to the north, or a hot climate, you go to the south."

From Michelin-starred restaurants and luxurious 5-star hotels to UNESCO landmarks and thrilling adventure sports, Tenerife blends sustainability and luxury in its commitment to tourism sustainability. Tenerife has earned the Biosphere certification, accrediting its status as an internationally recognised sustainable destination.

Becoming a licensed tour guide in the Canary Islands is no small feat. Jaime Muñoz, tour guide and founder of Feel Tenerife, is passionate about sustainable tourism. Muñoz sheds light on the rigorous process of becoming a tour guide in Tenerife, explaining, "Tour guides must pass an annual exam that tests knowledge about nature, culture, geology, history, touristic resources and touristic law for all the eight Canary Islands."

American tourist numbers are rising in Tenerife

Muñoz has noticed an increase in American travellers following the start of direct flights by United Airlines. Certified tour guide Jean-Guy Le Roux confirms a notable uptick in American tourists seeking bird-watching tours as well.

Observations from locals working in Tenerife's tourism industry echo the trend of increasing American visitors. Hotel Botánico, a lush 5-star hotel in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, has hosted a few famous American visitors. Luis Zamora Toste, Hotel Botánico Sales Executive, proudly shares, "We had a visit from Michael Jackson in 1993 when he performed a concert on our island. We have also had President Bill Clinton and famous actors such as Sylvester Stallone, Henry Cavill, and Jake Gyllenhaal."

He further notes, "With the United Airlines flight, we have noticed a great increase in American tourists, to the point that last year it became our 4th largest market (after UK, Germany, and Spain)." However, Zamora Toste believes extending the duration of the seasonal direct flight service would yield substantial benefits.

Various initiatives have been introduced to strengthen the US as a preferred Tenerife tourism market, from participation in luxury travel conferences in the States to hosting journalists and travel agents in an effort to promote the destination.

Quality over quantity: Tenerife's struggle with mass tourism

Tenerife is the largest of Spain's Canary Islands. The archipelago has a conflicted relationship with the millions of tourists that reach its shores each year.

In recent months, protests have erupted over the influx of visitors, which locals say is pushing up rent and housing prices and forcing some people onto the streets.

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Graffiti has appeared on buildings and a rental car telling tourists to 'go home' and some demonstrators in Tenerife organised a hunger strike over the issue.

In April, calls came to temporarily freeze tourist arrivals to allow the islands to get a handle on the situation.

By positioning itself as a more exclusive, luxury destination, Tenerife aims to limit overtourism and pave a more sustainable future for travel on the island.

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Once again, the streets of the quaint municipality of Tegueste transported visitors back in time to embrace Canarian folk traditions during its annual pilgrimage. Thousands of attendees, clad in traditional costumes from various parts of the island, kick-started the pilgrimage season in Tenerife this Sunday.

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The history of the Canary Islands is extremely marked by the English presence. This archipelago has always been one of the favorite destinations for centuries. A clear example is the stay in Tenerife of Agatha Christie (1890, Torquay), nicknamed the Queen of Crime and known worldwide for her crime novels.

Agatha Christie's toughest years and her break to Tenerife

In 1926, Agatha Christie went through tough times after her mother's death and her husband's cheating. She disappeared for days and the country's press speculated about his whereabouts after his vehicle was found abandoned several miles from his home.

The writer was found after a few days later in a hotel with signs of memory loss, as she did not recognize her husband or herself. The British doctor Andrew Norman spoke of dissociative fugue disorder, in which a person tries to escape from something that causes anxiety to the point of suffering amnesia and even forgetting oneself own identity.

For a time, the author received psychiatric treatment and in February 1927 she travelled to the Canary Islands with her daughter Rosalind and her secretary Carlo. In her autobiography she recounted:

"In fact I only contemplated one thing-a happy marriage. About that I had complete self-assurance-as all my friends did. We were conscious of all the happiness that awaited us; we looked forward to love, to being looked after, cherished and admired, and we intended to get our own way in the things which mattered to us while at the same time putting our husbands' life, career and success before all, as was our proud duty.

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I had been brought up, of course, like everyone in my day, to have a horror of divorce, and I still have it.

Visit to Puerto de la Cruz

The writer arrived at Puerto de la Cruz and stayed in the old Taoro Hotel, accommodation for a large part of the high European society of the 20th century travelling to Tenerife. Today, the building is located in the current Taoro Park, but it is empty and has no use. However, the group My Way Resorts runs the project of rehabilitation and improvement of the building to recover soon the activity of the large hotel.

The place where this hotel was built, whose work began in 1888, was called in spanish Monte de las Miserias (translated to "mountain of miseries") due to the presence of malpaís, a rought and barren landscape. This place, which is the summit of the Taoro Mountain, houses approximately 100,000 square meters of extension and, from its top, you can appreciate the most impressive panoramic views of Puerto de la Cruz. It is remarkable that, even now, you can still see malpaís in La Sortija park.

This city helped Agatha Christie to be inspired to write the episode 'The Man from the Sea' in her book The Mysterious Mr Quin (1930). In this chapter, the writer makes numerous references to Paseo de los Cipreses, street that received the name of the same writer years later:

"Mr. Satterthwaite went on, past the palm trees and the straggling white houses, past the black lava beach where the surf thundered and where once, long ago, a well-known English swimmer had been carried out to sea and drowned, past the rock pools where children and elderly ladies bobbed up and down and called it bathing, along the steep road that winds upwards to the top of the cliff. For there on the edge of the cliff was a house, appropriately named La Paz. A white house with faded green shutters tightly closed, a tangled beautiful garden, and a walk between cypress trees that led to a plateau on the edge of the cliff where you looked down--down--down--to the deep blue sea below.''

"Mr.Satterthwaite passed on down the cypress walk to the sea. It was rather wonderful sitting there--on the edge of nothing--with that sheer drop below one."

"But he found no inspiration there, and turning slowly he walked back along the path between the cypresses and into the quiet garden."

"And without any more words, he walked away along the cypress promenade in the direction of the place from where the sea could be dominated.''

Agatha Christie International Festival in Puerto de la Cruz

Every two years since 2007, the Agatha Christie International Festival has been held in Puerto de la Cruz to commemorate the writer's visit to the city. It is attended by British and Spanish writers who are experts in the Queen of Crime or who specialise in crime fiction, as well as Canarian residents who explain the historic Spanish-British connection.

The 18th edition of the festival is held this 2021 on the dates of November 5th to 14th. For more details about the routes, conferences and activities to be carried out, you can consult the official website of the festival..

It is a cultural celebration full of theatrical performances, cinema, music and lyrics. Literature lovers who travel to Tenerife in these dates can not miss it!

What to see in Puerto de la Cruz

If you want to visit all the places related to Agatha Christie (or the United Kingdom) that Puerto de la Cruz encloses, we have made a list of the top 4 'british' places in the city.

1. Paseo de los Cipreses: Calle Agatha Christie

Picture: Google Maps.

The writer's stay left its mark on Puerto de la Cruz. As mentioned above, one of its streets was named after her. It is commonly called Paseo de los Cipreses, due to the number of trees of this species (cypresses) that surround it.

Considering this fact, Puerto de la Cruz was the first city in the world to award a street to Agatha Christie.

Nowadays, there is a beautiful commemorative walk in which each step has drawn the title of each of her books. It is a colorful tour that is surrounded by shrubs and flowers, perfect for photographing.

2. The English Library

Getting into this library means doing a time travel to more than 100 years ago. It was built in 1903 in a typical English architectural style and is surrounded by a garden.

This place has been a meeting point for the British community, where more than 30,000 literary works and a large collection of films, TV series and documentaries are available.

Its members enjoy varied monthly activities such as talks, games, film screenings in original version, etc.

3. Anglican Church

Photo: Maesi64, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Very close to the former Hotel Taoro, All Saints' Anglican Church was inaugurated in 1891. It is a building that has an English neo-gothic architectural style.

There is a Mass every Sunday at 11 o'clock..

4. Jardín Sitio Litre / Sitio Litre garden

This is the oldest garden in Tenerife, as it was built more than 220 years ago. It has the largest collection of orchids on the island, the largest and oldest drago (or the Canary Islands dragon tree) in the municipality and an important collection of tropical plants from Africa and America.

Agatha Christie and other relevant figures such as the explorers Humboldt and Sir R. F. Burton visited this wonderful place.

Puerto de la Cruz is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Tenerife and hosts many interesting places to spend your holidays. The most visited sites in the city are Lago Martiánez, Loro Parque, Playa Jardín, Jardín Botánico and Plaza del Charco. However, you can take a different tour visiting the places described by Agatha Christie, one of the most relevant writers of recent times.

If you like to travel and discover new places, then you are a real traveller. Live your next adventure in Tenerife and write your own story as Agatha Christie did. If you do not know where to start, we will help you plan your trip and guide you along the way. We will tell you the stories and mysteries that surround every point of the island, as well as ensure your safety.

Unlike the writer's crime novels, there will not be any dead... Do not worry!

Sources consulted are as follows:

Christie, A. (1930). El enigmático Mr. Quin. Ed. Molino.

Christie, A. (1977). Autobiografía. Ed. Molino.

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The history of the Canary Islands is extremely marked by the English presence. This archipelago has always been one of the favorite destinations for centuries. A clear example is the stay in Tenerife of Agatha Christie (1890, Torquay), nicknamed the Queen of Crime and known worldwide for her crime novels.

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Try cooking canary style!

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Every list of the "best" of something is bound to be highly subjective. This, therefore, is probably more accurately a list of eleven of the most typical dishes of the Canary Islands, which is nowhere near as seductive as headlines go, but still not to be missed. But I agree that the Canary Islands have exquisite ingredients such as its cheeses, its wines and its fish, indigenous and exclusive products such as gofio and its sauces or mojos that make gastronomy one of the attractions of any visit to the fortunate islands.
1. Papas arrugadas con mojo (Wrinkled potatoes with mojo)
Papas arrugadas is perhaps the best known dish in the Canaries. Cooked potatoes that are saturated with salt - originally it was sea water - to make the skin wrinkle. They are eaten hot with the skin, dipping the potatoes in the green or red mojo or spicy, mojo picón. A true exaltation of a humble ingredient such as potato to make a dish of authentic luxury.
2. Sancocho Canario (Canarian Fish Stew)
Sancocho Canario is usually eaten at Easter and is a traditional dish on the island of Gran Canaria, although it can be eaten on the other islands. It is a fish elaboration - it is usually cherne (stone bass or bass groper), sea bass or salted sea bass - that is consumed with potatoes, sweet potatoes, mojo and gofio forming a pella or loaf.
3. Conejo en salmorejo (Rabbit in salmorejo) 4. Queso asado canario con mojos (Canarian grilled cheese with mojos)
Canarian cheeses, mainly made with goat's milk, are tasty, creamy and with a powerful flavour. One of the most peculiar ways to enjoy them is roasted on the griddle (or oven tray), served with the different that are common on the island. (Personally, I prefer the version with the contrasts of spicy mojo picón and sweet miel de palma.)
5. Carne de cabra compuesta (Goat meat stew) 6. Potaje de Berros (Watercress Pottage)
Watercress pottage is a Canarian dish, from popular cuisine. It is a simple and inexpensive dish, based on cooking vegetables with pieces of meat or pork ribs (although I've had many a vegetarian version too), with abundant watercress leaves and beans.
7. Pata asada canaria (Roast leg of pork)
Pata asada is a way of preparing pork - usually the leg or ham - that achieves a meat with a delicious texture. Although it can be eaten as a cold meat, in a similar way to ham, it's usual to serve this meat cut into slices and accompanied by a sauce, like any other roast.
8. Ropa vieja canaria (Canarian old clothes)
Ropa Vieja Canaria is a traditional dish using leftovers, which makes them take on new life in a dish that even surpasses the one from which it comes. Although it is traditional in Canarian cuisine, is also made in other regions of Spain with some variations.
9. Escaldón de gofio (Scalded gofio)
Gofio, toasted and stone-ground grains to which a pinch of salt is added, is an intrinsic part of Canarian cuisine. One of the most interesting preparations is the Escaldón de gofio, made by adding gofio to fish stock and stirring until a thick cream or puree is obtained.
10. Tortillas de calabaza (Pumpkin tortillas)
Pumpkin tortillas are a traditional Canarian dessert, which is usually prepared around Carnival time. Made with pumpkin, eggs and anise, it is a very popular, simple sweet, reminiscent of or Rebanadas de Carnaval (French Toast), when finished by sprinkling the tortillas with sugar and cinnamon. See also Tortitas de Carnaval.
11. Frangollo
Frangollo is one of the richest desserts in Canarian gastronomy, along with quesillo, a variant of flan that is usually prepared on the islands and is also highly appreciated. The frangollo recipe is a thick, unroasted cornmeal-based dessert.

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No Promises to Keep (FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH THEME SONG) Music Video/ローレン・オルレッド× 360 Reality Audio

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Ecologists denounce the state of some animals, especially orcas and dolphins, in the Loro Parque facilities. Wolfgang Kiessling, president of the Loro Parque group, takes them to task in a video justifying his position. Kiessling declares that the environmentalists are only looking for wealth.

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Wolfgang Kiessling, propietario de Loro Parque entre otros negocios en Tenerife, ha mandado un mensaje directo hacia los ecologistas desde las redes sociales de la embajada animal. El empresario, en un primer plano, da su punto de vista sobre este sector.

Más que sector, él se refiere en otros términos: " Ha nacido una nueva industria. Se llaman ecologistas, pero no lo son". Así de claro muestra su mensaje Kiessling, afincado en Tenerife desde hace muchos años, y continúa el vídeo justificando su posición.

"Son solo gente en busca de riqueza. Quieren cambiar nuestro mundo, vivir veganos, no usar lana, no beber leche, no montar a caballo, no tener mascotas, no visitar zoológicos como Loro Parque", clasifica Kiessling, dando todos estos argumentos para sostener su opinión.

Según el empresario, natural de Alemania, los ecologistas "declaran mejor un animal muerto que un animal como mascota". Además, se apoya en ciertos datos, aunque no se muestran las fuentes: " Reciben muchos millones y solo el 2% lo destinan a los animales".

Kiessling sentencia su discurso y manda un mensaje a las masas sobre los ecologistas: "No buscan mejorar la vida de los animales. No se dejen engañar. Tenemos mucho que contar. Entra en nuestra web".

En ella se ubica en la parte inicial del scroll un vídeo donde el empresario de 86 años extiende su discurso en el mismo sentido.

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El dueño del Loro Parque carga contra los ecologistas: "Quieren cambiar nuestro mundo, vivir veganos o no tener mascotas"

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Wolfgang Kiessling ha aprovechado el perfil de Loro Parque para mandar un mensaje

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Please check the concerts program at Wolves Jazz&Arts, in Los Cristianos?

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En Wolves Jazz & Arts Ofrecemos conciertos con artistas relevantes del panorama del Jazz todos los Viernes y Sábados, ademas de Jam Sessions los miércoles y jueves para el disfrute de artistas y espectadores.