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Before you get carving, stop and look at your pumpkin that you’re getting ready for Halloween, and reckon how you would carve out one of the largest pumpkins

Stingy Jack is better known as Jack-o’-Lantern and his story is a spooky one

The clocks go back when the Daylight Savings Time (DST) period ends each year in Autumn (October) and folk enjoy an hour longer to lie in before the start of the normal Sunday breakfast routine.

La Ruta del Tapeo may take different routes but the idea remains the same – to enjoy small amounts of the Mediterranean Diet in friendly, and often noisy company.

There cannot be anything more traditional than arroz con leche, rice pudding, and this is eaten all over Spain and Latin America.

CAN YOU SUNBURN YOUR EYES? We all know that the sun’s UV rays can be harmful to our skin, but what about our eyes?

Take a mouthful of water while swimming in the sea, and, if there’s an inclination to swallow it (not recommended) together with the taste of sodium (salt) the mouthful of liquid will taste of potassium.

#LivingTheDream aims to bust the myth of the perception of a ‘blessed’ life under sunny skies and show the sometimes tougher reality.

Choose the right fibre for the clothing we wear and it helps our outer body feel good – and if we choose the right type and amount of fibre to eat then that will help our inner body feel good.

Below is a list of Food and Drink in alphabetical order. Spanish to English Translations with a few extra bits and bobs.

La Linea de la Concepcion a relatively modern town which has its origins in the line of fortifications built by Phillip V after the loss of Gibraltar.

Baelo Claudia was established at the end of the 2nd century to the beginning of the 1st century BC. It was one of the most important towns on the South coast of Baetica.

HMS Royal George, a Royal Navy ship of the line and the largest warship in the world, was launched on 18 February 1756. 

San Roque can boast of having 15 kilometres of unspoilt and scarcely built-up Mediterranean beaches and coastline. San Roque’s beaches stand out due to having some of the best lifesaving facilities and general amenities in the Gibraltar Area.

Unique among sports, tennis is truly a workout for the entire body..watch the tennis champions at work in the top tournaments and it’s clear that they are and need to be super-fit athletes.

Empanada is the Spanish term for pasties. It is probably correct to say that every language and every country has a word for empanada with its own particular recipes.

No technology right now is more in vogue and in equal parts misunderstood than that of the blockchain. Often, incorrectly, used interchangeably with the terms cryptocurrency and Bitcoin,

Fermentation..the magic cure-all? The magic of microbes is all around us..and their magic can be enjoyed in our daily lives.

For thousands of us, working from home is a staple of our lives, and while many of us make do with working from ours beds or kitchen table

Creativity is a hugely valuable skill, both for personal use and the workplace, so finding ways to let your creative side go can be really important. However, some people assert that they simply aren’t creative, and they could never create or make anything. Others are able to come up with the initial idea, full of [...]

Salami, salchichon or both? Visit the local charcuterie or deli counter at the supermarket and in the meats’ section will be an array of shapes and sizes, colours and lengths of white-coated tubes laid out alongside each other.

This month marks 130th anniversary of the sinking of the SS Utopia on 17th March 1891 on the Bay of Gibraltar at around 6.20pm on a stormy evening. We have all heard the saying ¨Mas viejo que el año del Utopia¨, but not so many of us know where it came from, and the tragedy that occurred that evening.

The hallacas are ready to be cooked in salted water for about 40 minutes and ready to eat once cooled, although they taste better once they have cooled down and settled in the fridge for at least one day, also freezing really well.

An Art Competition for Young Artists, organised by Gibraltar Cultural Services on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, was held at the John Mackintosh Hall.

Juniper is gin, and gin is life, say the poets. Wild Juniper was part of life on the planet before Man discovered how to make gin from it and now cultivates it to meet today’s high demand for modern-flavoured gin.

Spain is full of great, beautiful cities, but one thing is to be beautiful, and another thing is to be cool, hip, you name it. For example, Oviedo is a marvellous, monumental, classy city

6 Best Seiko Chronographs For Every Need & Budges. Seiko are one of the most well known watch brands in the world. Especially across the budget and mid-range market, they create some really respectable watches,

Before a vaccine was introduced in the 1950s, epidemics would result in up to 7,760 cases of paralytic polio in the UK each year, with up to 750 deaths. 

It is rare the business in Gibraltar that has not been touched by the sudden screeching to a halt of economic activity in March 2020 when our city locked down in the face of a pandemic crisis.

The Charity ‘help me learn Africa’ provides volunteering programs that help support children’s education in developing countries.

Burberry Group, a British luxury fashion house, has announced the launch of ReBurberry Fabric, a pilot programme in partnership with British Fashion Council

The worlds’ best steak was judged to be the “sirloin cut of a Scottish Ayrshire, raised on grass in Finland and produced by a Danish company” at the 2019 World Steak Challenge.

Euratex unveils ReHubs initiative to upcycle textile wasteThe European textile industry is renowned for high-quality products and a front runner

Pasticho (Pasticho Venezolano) is the Venezuelan version of lasagne or the Greek Pastitsio. A warm and creamy lasagne using those two ingredients using those two ingredients to spice it up the Venezuelan way

Poppy Day, Lest We Forget The poppy acts as a symbol of both Remembrance of those who have died during military conflicts and the hope for a peaceful future - as a show of support for the Armed Forces community, past and present, a paper or silk poppy, available from the Royal British Legion Gibraltar [...]

The start day of the annual World Vegan Month, November 1, coincides with Halloween/All Saints but the treats are healthier!

Hot Air Ballooning has moved on since the 1889 balloon ascent from the Rock, some 130 years ago

Specsavers Ópticas Marbella is celebrating a spec-tacular anniversary this year, having served its local community for all their eye health needs over the last eight year.

No1 Models was created in 2010 by Director/ Producer Mr. Kelvin Hewitt with an aim to set a different standard for Gibraltar.

Each year on 21 October a ceremony is held on board HMS Victory in marking the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar

The Nautilus Project marine invertebrates field trips for this academic year, kicked off yesterday

Advertising is an investment in the growth and the future of your business. Consumers, who buy a product or service, usually purchase from a company they knew about before their need occurred.

We are all spending a large part of our day looking at smartphones, tablets and computer screens. Are they damaging our eyes? Many of us are experiencing ‘Computer vision syndrome’,

Rolex Kermit vs Hulk: What’s The Difference? When you think of Rolex, one of the first models that will come to mind is the Submariner. It’s an iconic dive watch that’s been setting the standard for underwater timekeeping since its birth in the 1950’s. Those that know Rolex even better, will know that the colour [...]

Historically positioned at the end of the known world, it was once believed that sailing out into the Atlantic Ocean would have you fall off the edge of the map and never return

TAG Heuer are one of the most iconic and well known watch brands in the world, with a number of famous collections such as the Formula One, the Aquaracer and the Monaco.

You drop out of the Civil Service or your safe job somewhere, start a business, employ one or two individuals and all is going well…COVID-19 hits the streets and the whole town is in limbo for months…’Stay at home or else!!’

Mountain climbing enthusiast Simon Kirkpatrick scaled Ama Dablam in Nepal recently and proudly place the Gibraltar flag firmly on its summit.

It can’t be said there’s a shortage of takeaway outlets on the Rock providing pizzas, Indian, Chinese, Thai food and traditional Mediterranean or American cuisine.

In June of this year, amidst all the craziness of a global pandemic, Patek Philippe somewhat silently completed construction of their brand new Headquarters.

We don’t know whether it’s true that we’re living in more uncertain times than we have in the past, but it certainly feels like it.

Rolex are the most popular and well known watch brand in the world. There is no doubt you will have heard of the Swiss heavyweight and chances are you’d probably love to get your hands on one too.

Danza Academy was a little hesitant to start classes after the Ministry of Culture gave the safe guidelines on how to unlock dance studios.

As the weather continues to hot up, and the easing of lockdown restrictions allow us to enjoy the great outdoors once more, it can be a tricky time for allergy sufferers.

‘STAY AT HOME’ has been the repeated message at the daily government press conferences since the COVID-19 scare arrived at our front door.

In a move to offer a wider range of healthy food options in their new premises at Europort, Omega are launching a healthy menu with the accent on super foods with anti-inflammatory properties.

Technologies are constantly transforming our lives in almost every aspect.

Everyone is becoming more health conscious today, and that means people are paying closer attention to what they are eating throughout the day — from items that are bought at the store to food that’s made at home.

(BPT) – Immune boosting food choices you make can help you feel more energized and focused, but what some people may not realize is they also have a profound impact on your immune system. Incorporating certain foods into your diet can boost your immunity and help you feel your best. “In today’s uncertain times, it’s important now more than ever to maintain a strong immune system,” says registered dietitian and nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner. “By eating mindfully and adding nutrient-rich foods to your diet, you’re making a positive step to support your overall health and wellness.” Blatner recommends incorporating these five foods into your diet to support your immune system: Bell peppers: A colorful addition to your plate, bell peppers are rich in vitamin C. In fact, the vegetable has two to three times more vitamin C than an orange. Vitamin C is crucial for immune health because it increases the white blood cells that fight off infection. For the most vitamin C, it’s best to eat them raw or just lightly cooked. Eggs: Eggs (particularly the yolk) contain vitamin D, which is a nutrient the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) notes can help the immune system resist viruses and […]