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11th December 2020

Brian Callaghan OBE, founder of the Gibraltar International Chess Festival, this week received a rare award. Proposed by Arkady Dvorkovich, former Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Brian has been appointed a Life Member of FIDE, the world governing body for chess. Mr. Dvorkovich, who was elected President of FIDE in October 2018, made a special...

11th December 2020

by Kerri-Ann Roper and Keiran Southern Dame Barbara Windsor’s husband has paid tribute to his “wife, best friend and soulmate” saying his “heart or life will never feel the same without you” following her death aged 83. The actress, one of Britain’s most beloved entertainment stars, first found fame in her role as a buxom...

11th December 2020

This has been a funny old year. I guess that is an understatement. If someone had predicted what the world has had to endure over the past year no one would have believed it. And so, it goes on because we are not quite over it yet as normality, whatever that might mean these days,...

10th December 2020

By Hannah Stephenson If your children are looking for something to do in the run-up to the big day, there’s a cornucopia of natural decorations they could be making to add eco-friendly interest to the festive scene. Garlands of natural tinsel, willow stars and bowls of beautiful bulbs are all possibilities, according to the team...

8th December 2020

By Tess de la Mare, PA Do not ditch the face masks just yet, the Government’s chief scientific adviser has warned, on the day the country woke to news that the very first dose of the Pfizer vaccine had been administered. Margaret Keenan, 90, was the first person to receive the jab outside of clinical...

8th December 2020

A police officer who through personal experience became a champion of mental health wellbeing has urged his fellow officers to be open about their own struggles and to watch out for their colleagues. Tony Gaul, who joined the Royal Gibraltar Police after a career in the British army, said police officers faced multiple stresses during...

8th December 2020

Author Annie Grace talks about her own relationship with booze and offers 10 tips on how to curb your intake at Christmas and beyond By Hannah Stephenson So, how are you going to control your drinking over the festive season? The yuletide celebrations which so often involve early cocktails and flutes of celebratory champagne and...

7th December 2020

A man who was found guilty of murdering his wife but later successfully appealed that conviction was jailed for 10 years and 10 months yesterday on the lesser charge of manslaughter. Real Lishman, 45, of Sir William Jackson Grove, claimed he lost self-control when he stabbed 31-year old Carolina Lishman 12 times in November 2017...

7th December 2020

The University of Gibraltar held its first graduation ceremonies on Saturday, five years after it opened its doors. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the small cohort of 21 graduates was split into three separate ceremonies, with international students unable to attend the event watching from the comfort of their homes. Just a handful of students collected...

6th December 2020

Lincoln Red Imps 3-0 Lions Gibraltar Lions Gibraltar proved once again that they have become one of the most difficult teams to beat in the Gibraltar National League. Both Europa and St Joseph’s struggled to break their seven man defensive posture this season. This Sunday it was Lincoln’s turn to come up against them and...

5th December 2020

How often do you hear that a Gibraltarian has done well in distant shores? The fact is that there are many living abroad who have made a name for themselves in every field imaginable and reached the top of their game. One such person who is also linked to this newspaper through his brother and...

4th December 2020

by Eleanor Busby, PA Education Correspondent, and Chronicle staff The UK Government has unveiled a package of measures for students sitting their A-level and GCSE exams in the summer to compensate for disruption to their schooling during the pandemic. Soon after the announcement, the Department of Education in Gibraltar said it had written to secondary...

4th December 2020

The Government of Gibraltar has congratulated the Premier of the Government of the Cayman Islands, Alden McLaughlin, and its people on their achievement of constitutional reform. To celebrate the historic occasion, the Cayman Islands have organised a special state opening and commemorative ceremony to mark the first meeting of the newly named Parliament of the...

4th December 2020

Europa FC President Peter Cabezutto made some important revelations this week as he explained why his club has set about not only developing its status in football, but also developing and expanding into new sports. Mr Cabezutto, not one to shy away from making big calls and aiming high, known not just for his club...

4th December 2020

By Liz Connor When it comes to living a long, healthy life, many of us believe it’s luck of the drawer. Lifestyle factors can play a big part though – particularly with conditions like stroke. Research on the prevention of strokes suggests 80% of strokes could be prevented through healthy lifestyle changes. Despite this, stroke...

3rd December 2020

By Liz Connor It’s known as the most wonderful time of the year, but winter can be the very worst for your health. Colder weather can lead to some seasonal health issues that we all need to watch out for, especially if we want to avoid feeling unwell on Christmas Day. While many of us...

3rd December 2020

By Sarah Marshall Navigating local restrictions is proving to be a headache for planning holidays. But anyone considering a destination for 2021, can look forward to open spaces and guaranteed social distancing in Scotland. The country is geared up for Covid-era travel, with natural attractions lending themselves to a new desire for freedom and wilderness....

2nd December 2020

Many thoughts race through my mind, as I hold the old man's wrinkled hand, Will he even know I'm here, feel my hand, or sense my fear? I sit beside his hospital bed and try to clear my busy head He lies supine in front of me as I re-focus my thoughts respectfully. Wondering ......

2nd December 2020

By Liz Connor It can seem impossible to find enough time to grow your side business or enjoy your hobbies alongside working a 9 to 5. Never mind fitting in family and home commitments. With so many things demanding your attention and what feels like so little time to give to every single one, it...

1st December 2020

By Michael Drummond, PA South East Correspondent Uk shop workers who faced abuse and threats even as they worked on the front line during the pandemic have a simple plea: “Be kind to us this Christmas.” Sammie, 32, has worked for the Co-op for 13 years and says violence and anti-social behaviour have spiked during...

1st December 2020

By William James Covid-19 infections fell by 30% during England's month-long national lockdown and the virus is now in retreat, a large-scale study of more than 100,000 volunteers showed on Monday. England began its second national lockdown on November 5 to curb rapidly rising infections and protect its health system. The country is due to...

30th November 2020

By Emily Beament, PA Environment Correspondent Moves to reduce subsidies for farmers from next year and replace them with payments to protect the environment have been set out by the UK Government. The changes to agricultural policy after Brexit, which will be brought in over seven years up to 2028, are being seen as the...

30th November 2020

An online survey analysing public perception of Covid-19 has found some 46% of respondents would take a vaccine, a result the Director of Public Health, Dr Sohail Bhatti, has described as “very encouraging”. The poll was conducted by YourSay in collaboration with the Chronicle and Public Health Gibraltar and sought to analyse Gibraltar’s attitudes towards...

30th November 2020

Had a Doctor vizit toDay They said im dyslexics, that I weil always be And dats ok. Maybe gery flish is more apeling to me than grey fish Maybe finking difrently is the nem way of happyness Had a Doctor vizite toDay They said dat is y I ca' nt read like the other kids...

28th November 2020

Two weeks back on a Saturday one of the leading stories in The Times was not the latest on Covid-19, the vaccine, or even Brexit but an English-language bookshop in the French capital. Some say, Shakespeare and Company, is the most famous independent bookshop in the world founded in 1919 and which has inspired generations...

28th November 2020

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability – but a few healthy lifestyle tweaks can make a big difference. Liz Connor finds out more. When it comes to living a long, healthy life, many of us believe it’s luck of the drawer. Lifestyle factors can play a big part though – particularly with...

27th November 2020

By David S. Evangelista, President and Managing Director of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia He was unwilling to subscribe to the dominant narrative of the day. Shunning a life of privilege, he committed himself to a new vision- one rooted in love and solidarity with those most on the margins. The downtrodden, the poor, the sick-...

27th November 2020

This month is World Diabetes Awareness Month and to raise awareness Diabetes Gibraltar has submitted this article to the Chronicle. Every year, World Diabetes Day has a different annual theme, which highlights an important factor for the diabetic patient and diabetes care. This year, they have chosen the important role of nurses. In Gibraltar the...

27th November 2020

By Liz Connor There are lots of benefits to working from home – like wearing sweatpants all day, avoiding commuting delays, setting your alarm a little later. The downside is your back might suffer. The Institute of Employment Studies, which polled 500 people earlier this year, found 55% of respondents said they’d experienced new aches...

26th November 2020

The Gibraltar Heritage Trust Awards saw individuals and groups win awards and commendations at their annual ceremony. Minister for Heritage Dr John Cortes alongside Trust Chairman Ian Balestrino presented the winners with their awards in a staggered and socially distanced event. 10 awards were presented this year for outstanding contributions towards Gibraltar's Heritage comprising of...