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For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/ Depending upon a baker's region of residence he or she might make a different version of Pão de Ló a coastal city north of the district capital bakeries are known for their particularly superlative iteration Confectionaries sell the sweet wrapped in white paper that delicately holds everything together but attempting to cut a slice of Ovar's Pão de Ló is a rookie move Diners will discover a cake center so oozy that a spoon is usually required Made in a clay pot using just three ingredients—egg and flour—Ovar's signature cake resembles something between a melty soufflé and a baked pudding Tasters describe the finished product as rich and gooey with a delicate top-crust akin to a crisp meringue Celebrants gather to sample cakes from more than a dozen producers Depending upon a baker’s region of residence he or she might make a different version of Pão de Ló, a traditional Portuguese spongecake but attempting to cut a slice of Ovar’s Pão de Ló is a rookie move Diners will discover a cake center so oozy that a spoon is usually required. Made in a clay pot using just three ingredients—egg and flour—Ovar’s signature cake resembles something between a melty soufflé and a baked pudding Sign up for our newsletter and get the best of Gastro Obscura in your inbox This specialty bakery also sells another egg yolk sweet Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders Like us on Facebook to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders while introducing a new logic of continuity rather than rupture all images by joão morgado in the existing property, nelson resende found indications of different treatments and states of conservation before deciding what to save and what to remove and the scale of the rooms themselves distinguish each other permitting a peripheral occupation of the blocks while liberating the interior social spaces within the house occupy the main focus a garage faces the street and the area of private use within the house an outbuilding is used for laundry and storage name: house in ovar construction dates: 2016/2017 client: private architecture: nelson resende architect structure: joão almeirante civil engineer infrastructure: joão almeirante engineer electrical infrastructure: nuno leite electrical engineer construction: antónio souto construction area: 216.35 sqm levels: 2 levels photography: joão morgado AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style International Paper agreed to sell plants in three countries to gain approval The acquisition is expected to close next week Documents that the commission posted in December suggested that IP had agreed to concessions but didn’t specify what they were The commission pushed its approval deadline from Jan 10 to today to allow extra time to determine if the measures IP agreed to on Dec This type of investigation is standard for large international M&A deals, but the commission only requires divestitures in certain cases where it views the potential for reduced competition. Conversely, no regulators required divestitures last year for Smurfit Kappa to complete its similarly-sized acquisition of WestRock to create Smurfit Westrock The commission took issue with the potential for reduced competition in three areas: corrugated sheets in North and West Portugal; heavy-duty corrugated sheets in Northeast Spain; and corrugated cases in Northwest France those local markets would experience “high combined shares” and “high concentration levels,” and that “there would not be enough alternative competitors to exert sufficient competitive pressure on the merged entity.” “It would have likely resulted in higher costs for businesses relying on boxes for the delivery of their products and ultimately for consumers buying them,” Teresa Ribera These areas generally were the ones flagged in an addendum to an IP securities filing from September It’s from French members of DS Smith’s European Works Council an entity that represents the company’s European employees “While we would have preferred to keep the selected locations as part of our portfolio these are attractive sites and we are confident we will find a suitable buyer,” International Paper CEO Andrew Silvernail said in a news release The acquisition is still subject to a court hearing on Jan The companies expect to delist DS Smith shares on Feb Get the free daily newsletter read by industry experts from automating certain tasks to adapting supply chain management Growing regulatory and public pressure on single-use plastic is creating market opportunities for fiber products DS Smith and others are helping clients innovate bottles The free newsletter covering the top industry headlines Portugal’s first firefighting-capable Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters have made their first flights in the country The inaugural flight of the two UH-60 aircraft took place last week from Ovar Air Base (LPOV) in Ovar a United Aero Group firm that overhauls and modernizes a variety of used helicopter platforms The contract also calls for the training for six pilots and 21 mechanics as well as five years of on-site maintenance and logistical support The firefighting-capable aircraft boasts the capacity to transport up to a dozen crewmembers as well as carry more than 750 gallons of water “Our aerial firefighting configuration is highly successful in fighting U.S wildfires in California and other Western states and we are thrilled to be able to internationally introduce these lifesaving platforms to Portugal,” Rich Enderle The four remaining UH-60s are to be delivered by 2026 Bike Europe is a part of VMNmedia. The following rules apply to the use of this site: Terms of Use and Privacy / Cookie Statement | Privacy settings Valmet Corporation's trade press release on April 30 Valmet has inaugurated the extension of its location in Ovar which has become the company's center of filter fabric production and R&D The unit manufactures filter fabrics for solid and liquid filtration and dust filtration as well as felts and accessories for the laundry industry we are concentrating our filtration-related R&D to Ovar in order to have the best knowledge and R&D equipment under one roof This now finalized investment ensures our future competitiveness in the filtration business," says Jani P Director of the Filtration technology unit at Valmet Inauguration ceremony at the Valmet Ovar site Employment and Social Security and Jukka Tiitinen Valmet manufactures filter fabrics in Brazil Good growth opportunities in filter fabrics The market for filter fabrics is versatile as the filter fabrics are used in many different industries Valmet is concentrating on filter fabrics for the pulp Tightening emissions standards and legislation worldwide are driving the growth in the filtration market "The filter fabric business is a good example of Valmet's wide services offering We are moving our customers' performance forward by offering reliable energy and cost-effective solutions backed up with proven expertise in the field of filtration," says Jukka Tiitinen VALMET CORPORATIONCorporate Communications Valmet Corporation is the leading global developer and supplier of technologies Valmet's vision is to become the global champion in serving its customers Valmet's services cover everything from maintenance outsourcing to mill and plant improvements and spare parts The strong technology offering includes pulp mills as well as power plants for bio-energy production Valmet's advanced automation solutions range from single measurements to mill wide turnkey automation projects Valmet's net sales in 2014 were approximately EUR 2.5 billion Our 12,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers' performance forward - every day Finland and its shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd Read more www.valmet.com, www.twitter.com/valmetglobal Toyota laid the cornerstone of its European success story with the start of a small-scale vehicle assembly plant in Portugal Toyota has invested more than €10Bn in its production plants across Europe and now has a significant manufacturing footprint across the continent True to its philosophy of ‘build where you sell’ Toyota opened engine and car plants in the UK in the early 1990s and has since expanded to France Its European manufacturing operations have a cumulative production of over 13 million vehicles directly employing around 22,000 people and providing business worth over €6 billion to a network of around 400 European suppliers Toyota has always strived to be a socially responsible employer by working closely with the local communities where it operates Read today's Portuguese stories delivered to your email Portugal is once again highlighted by the TasteAtlas platform In the latest update regarding the best cakes from around the world the country once again has a representative in the top 10.  The pão de ló de Ovar (Ovar sponge cake) has risen two places in the best cakes in the world rankings and is now in sixth place "This creamy sponge cake is made with eggs sugar and flour and is now frequently seen at most food fairs in Portugal The cake is enjoyed throughout the country We appreciate that not everyone can afford to pay for our services but if you are able to we ask you to support The Portugal News by making a contribution – no matter how small You can change how much you give or cancel your contributions at any time Please have a critical view at Taste Atlas - the platform gas no users AND the users it does have are from strange parts of the world you usually do not combine with gastronomy Send us your comments or opinion on this article Reaching over 400,000 people a week with news about Portugal The acquisition is creating additional integration value with IP's recycled containerboard mill in Madrid International Paper (IP) will acquire DS Smith's French subsidiary DS Smith Packaging Normandie with two sites in Saint-Amand and Cabourg and the former Europac Ovar plant in Portugal for €63m A corresponding agreement was already reached IP and DS Smith expect the transaction to be completed within the next six months Completion of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions including regulatory approvals as well as works council consultation in France Through the sale of the three sites, DS Smith is set to fulfil the commitments made to the European Commission in connection with the approval of the acquisition of Europa Cartones y Papel (Euro-pac). 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You can find more information on the individual external services in our privacy policy Credit: Courtesy of The Cranberry Institute 2007 — Compounds in cranberries may help improve the effectiveness of platinum drugs that are used in chemotherapy to fight ovarian cancer researchers have found in a laboratory study that will be reported today at the 234th national meeting of the American Chemical Society The scientists demonstrated in cell culture studies that human ovarian cancer cells resistant to platinum drugs became up to 6 times more sensitized to the drugs after exposure to the cranberry compounds in comparison to cells that were not exposed to the compounds the findings have the potential to save lives and reduce the harmful side effects associated with using high doses of platinum drugs for the treatment of ovarian cancer adding that human studies are still needed The new study adds to a growing number of potential health benefits linked to cranberries we have shown in our in vitro studies that cranberry extracts can sensitize resistant human ovarian cancer cell lines,” say study co-presenters Ajay P natural products chemists at Rutgers University “This has opened up exciting possibilities for therapeutic intervention associated with platinum therapy,” add Singh and Vorsa who collaborated with colleagues Laurent Brard But the researchers caution that the study is experimental and that patients with ovarian cancer should always consult with their physicians before trying any type of anti-cancer therapy Ovarian cancer is the seventh most common cancer and the fifth leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a mainstay treatment for ovarian cancer cancer cells tend to develop resistance to platinum therapy and higher doses of the drugs can cause unwanted side-effects The new study focused on cranberry juice because of past research suggesting that the juice has a wide range of potential health benefits including the ability to fight urinary tract infections Singh and his associates obtained ovarian cancer cells that were relatively resistant to platinum They treated the cells with various doses of a purified extract of commercially available cranberry drink (containing 27 percent pure juice) exposed the cells to the platinum drug paraplatin and compared them to cells that were not exposed to the extract Paraplatin killed 6 times more cancer cells that were pre-treated with juice extract compared to cells that were exposed to the cancer drug alone The extract also slowed the growth and spread of some cancer cells The maximum amount of juice extract given to the cells was the human equivalent of about a cup of cranberry juice Singh and colleagues believe that the active compounds in the extract are powerful antioxidants called ‘A-type’ proanthocyanidins that are unique to cranberries and not found in other fruits The researchers add that they do not understand exactly how the cranberry compounds work these compounds appear to bind to and block certain tumor promoter proteins found in the ovarian cancer cells The result is that the cancer cells become more vulnerable to attack from the platinum drugs noting that the cranberry compounds are not a cure for cancer The researchers hope to eventually identify the most active anti-cancer fractions of the cranberry extract and determine the optimal dose for effectiveness against ovarian cancer a therapeutic compound made from cranberry extract could be used as part of an injectable chemotherapy regimen or as a beverage supplement to be consumed during chemotherapy Animal studies will begin soon and a new therapy could one day be available to consumers if further testing proves successful the researchers recommend that those with ovarian and other types of cancer seek their physician’s advice for the most effective treatment options The current study was funded by the National Institutes of Health 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Europac The company received approval from the European Commission under the condition that it divests Europac’s box plant in Ovar in Portugal as well as the DS Smith plants DSS Normandie and DSS Normandy (Cabourg) in France portuguese firm cannatà & fernandes architects have just completed the ‘combatentes educational center’ in ovar while maintaining the relationship between the existing building with the street formally characterized by its curvilinear exterior geometry the collective design creates conditions for the development of the school program while balancing all the terrain lines and angles the diverse functions are articulated within the separate old and new buildings and are defined by different architectural objectives of rehabilitation and new construction two covered passageways bridge the buildings at both the ground and upper level the existing interior spaces are rehabilitated including the recovery of a courtyard as well as the vernacular elements that characterize the four facades functions related to public use were installed in this building ensuring a smooth relationship between the school and the community including an office meeting room of the parent’s association curriculum enrichment / music and related services kitchen and related services and multipurpose rooms to accommodate the school program requirements of children from the age of three to ten years old an exterior blade system controls the light and heat for the southwest elevation while producing a playful variation to the games a curved concrete facade along the northeastern edge projects isolation with a tile-covered surface the material choice generates a waterproof barrier and establishes a relationship of continuity with the ancient technique found in the constructive culture of ovar designboom has received this project from our ‘DIY submissions‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here with the intention of preserving the meat longer The number of delicacies produced during a typical zabijačka is so great that even Czechs have a difficult time keeping them straight will help clarify the classics so you can try them for yourself Enjoy these traditional dishes through Feb. 18 at Lokále in Prague. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ambiente restaurants (@ambiente_restaurants) a dish made from rather fatty pork meat (head or knuckle) It's made by boiling lesser-quality cuts of meat and offal such as the spleen The broth makes a nice soup barley is added or for the zabijačka crowd loosely translated as "butt soup" fool you soup made from a strong broth from various parts of offal and mixed with blood and barley as well as a healthy amount of garlic and marjoram This seasonal take on the classic Czech goulash incorporates a number of cuts -- shoulder rendering a flavor that is unique to the zabijačka season A pork sausage that's made from fattier meat ground together with offal The filling is seasoned with ground carraway and pearl barley is added before it goes into the casing baked in the oven in a casserole dish to give it a crispy crust raw liver) is mixed with bread rolls which absorb the fat and binds the whole mixture The parts of the pig that contain collagen are used here: skin This is what gives this delicacy its stiff jelly-like consistency It is not boiled but heated in water with a maximum temperature of 85 °C The brawn is then pressed and allowed to cool and rotated regularly so that the meat settles evenly A treat for connoisseurs (and the truly brave) are often literally fought over at the butcher's counter If these goodies aren't added to the sausage often referred to as butcher's popcorn due to the fact that they are popped during the entire slaughter process are created when the lard is rendered (back lard cubes melt and start to heat up) The cracklings are removed and the lard is poured off which is spread on the bread after it has solidified Your morning coffee deserves a great companion. Why not enjoy it with our daily newsletter? News from Czechia, curated insights, and inspiring stories in English. Even though the weather in Portugal can still be chilly at this time of year, the temperatures are bound to rise as the streets fill with the sounds of music, samba dancers, elaborate costumes, and the iconic caricatures like Cabeçudos and Matrafonas. You don’t need to travel to Rio de Janeiro, Venice, or Tenerife to experience one of the world’s most exciting carnivals—Portugal has much to offer. Read on to discover 5 of the best Carnival destinations in Portugal and get ready to join the fun in 2025! Although Carnival is celebrated nationwide, some towns are particularly famous for their extravagant festivities. These are our top picks: visitmadeira.comDates: 26th February - 9th March 2025 Carnaval do Funchal in Madeira is one of Portugal’s most spectacular Carnival celebrations. Every year, the island’s capital bursts into life with dazzling parades, colourful costumes, and infectious rhythms. With warm weather and a lively atmosphere, Funchal is the perfect sun-soaked destination for Carnival. The festival’s highlights include the Grande Cortejo Alegórico (Grand Allegorical Parade), a stunning display of themed floats and samba dancers, and the Cortejo Trapalhão (Clumsy Parade), a playful, satirical procession. While you're there, indulge in local flavours—sip Vinho da Madeira, enjoy a refreshing poncha, and savour espetadas, Madeira’s famous grilled meat skewers. Whether for the parades, the atmosphere, or the flavours, Carnaval do Funchal promises an unforgettable celebration.  In southern Portugal, Carnaval de Loulé stands out as one of the country’s most important and vibrant Carnival celebrations. Located in the Algarve, Loulé enjoys a milder climate, making it an ideal destination for an outdoor party. But rain or shine, nothing stops the festivities—the streets always come alive with music, colour, and joy. Each year, Carnaval de Loulé embraces a unique theme, setting the tone for the parades and performances. These themes range from historical and cultural references to playful and imaginative concepts. Local groups, schools, and organisations showcase their creativity through elaborate floats and costumes, making every edition a visual spectacle. If you're heading to Loulé for Carnival, take the opportunity to explore more of the Algarve. Nearby destinations like Vilamoura, Albufeira, and Portimão offer stunning beaches, great nightlife, and a taste of the region’s laid-back charm. Carnaval de OvarDates: 8th February - 4th March 2025 Carnaval de Ovar, held in the Aveiro District, is one of Portugal’s most traditional and authentic Carnival celebrations. With deep roots in local customs and cultural heritage, it has long been a highlight of the region’s festive calendar. Locally known as "Carnaval Entrudo," the event embraces the spirit of pre-Lenten revelry before the solemn season of Lent. True to its traditions, Ovar’s Carnival is famous for its satirical floats, witty costumes, and socially charged performances, offering a playful yet sharp commentary on current events and societal issues. More than just a celebration, Carnaval de Ovar is a lively fusion of history, creativity, and community spirit, making it a must-experience event in Portugal. Carnaval de Alcobaça is often called the "most Brazilian" Carnival in Portugal, thanks to its electrifying energy and samba-filled celebrations. The heart of the festivities is a massive tent set up in front of the iconic Alcobaça Monastery, where thousands of people gather to dance to the rhythms of live samba bands and top DJs. The vibrant atmosphere, lively music, and non-stop partying make it a major draw for both locals and tourists. If you're heading to Alcobaça for Carnival, take the opportunity to explore some nearby gems. Leiria, Óbidos, and Caldas da Rainha are just a short drive away, offering a mix of medieval charm, cultural heritage, and relaxing thermal baths—perfect for unwinding after the celebrations.  Câmara Municipal de LisboaDates: 28th Febrary - 5th March 2025 Carnaval de Torres Vedras, held just 40 km from Lisbon, is one of Portugal’s most renowned and vibrant Carnival celebrations. Known as the biggest and “most Portuguese” Carnival, it blends deep-rooted traditions with a creative and satirical twist, making it a truly unique experience. The undisputed stars of the festival are the Matrafonas (also called Maria Cachuchas)—men dressed in flamboyant drag, adding humour and extravagance to the party. Another iconic sight is the Cabeçudos, performers wearing oversized, caricatured heads that bring a playful and theatrical touch to the streets. Famous for its sharp political and social satire, Carnaval de Torres Vedras transforms the city into a stage for witty and bold commentary. Elaborate floats, costumes, and performances poke fun at current events, turning the celebration into a mix of revelry and cultural expression. Dating back to the 19th century, the festival fuses centuries-old satirical traditions with Christian customs, creating an unmatched spectacle of creativity, laughter, and community spirit. Carnation Revolution: Portugal's Freedom Day On 25th April Portugal underwent a fundamental transformation known as the Carnation Revolution This pivotal event marked the end of the Estado Novo dictatorship and the start of Portugal's path to democracy The day is celebrated annually as Freedom Day to honour this peaceful transition and the newfound era of freedom and democracy ENGLAND legend Sir Geoff Hurst has urged older people to embrace technology – but blasted its overuse in football with VAR Sir Geoff, 82, revealed he uses internet banking, buys train tickets on his phone and uses a family WhatsApp group as he encouraged seniors to learn digital skills But the 1966 World Cup hero said VAR technology in football is an “absolute joke” which should be abolished Sir Geoff MBE – who teamed up with BT Group and AbilityNet to digital skills sessions – also backed Jude Bellingham to lead England to Euros glory in Germany this summer And he urged young footballers to ignore social media comments, while slamming “cowards” who abuse stars like England and Arsenal ace Bukayo Saka The ex-England and West Ham striker also revealed he uses technology when he watches football – so he can fast-forward through the punditry “For example, I do internet banking and use the Trainline app to buy my tickets. “I use technology to keep up with family, to send photos and we have a WhatsApp group called Family Bantz. “But if I’ve got an issue with something, I go to my children or grandchildren – it’s as simple as that. Sir Geoff railed against the use of VAR in football – but believes the game does need goal-line technology He scored his famous hat-trick for England against West Germany in 1966 with debate still raging over whether his second goal – England’s third - in the 4-2 win crossed the line And he was in the stadium when England ace Frank Lampard ‘scored’ against Germany in the 2010 World Cup last-16 defeat in South Africa – only for officials to fail to see it had gone in Sir Geoff said: “I was the opposite side to the linesman and I could see the ball bounce halfway between the goal-line and the back of the net “That was the most disgraceful decision we’ve seen in football and then they introduced goal-line technology “They are making more bad decisions now and you don’t want to see people take ages to make a decision Sir Geoff said he was looking forward to this summer’s Euros And he predicted England’s Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham He said: “I am very hopeful about the team “The bunch of young players are the best we’ve had since 1966 “We’ve got quality players in all position and his biggest issue is he can only pick 11 of them “He is doing astonishingly well for a 20-year-old He is in the same category as people like George Best and Bobby Charlton – he is up there with them.”  England lost in heart-breaking fashion to Italy on penalties at Wembley The final was marred by scenes of hooliganism and then by racist abuse aimed at Saka Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho after they missed spot-kicks And Sir Geoff urged youngsters – including young footballers – to spend less time on social media He said: “Too many kids are on their phones all the time “Social media is used too much and if I go out when kids are going to school you always see them with the phone in front of them “Young players should turn stuff off as well and not listen to what people are saying on social media “It adds pressure and the companies have to be more stringent on what they allow to be put out there “It’s absolutely disgusting for a young player “Any online abuse is disgraceful and the people doing it Sir Geoff also revealed he uses his ipad to watch watch Match of the Day on BBC iplayer– and skip past the punditry “I think they spend too much time on punditry “There are some awful commentators who don’t know what to say and so they just waffle on.” and regularly travels  the country for speaking engagements and seven-year-old Rose – regularly help him if he has technical issues or concerns Last week he attended an hour-long course to teach older people digital skills – and has urged other to do the same Sir Geoff added: “I’m one of an older generation of people and we’ve not grown up in the technological age although we probably started it 20 or 30 years ago and that’s to go to a course to learn skills “The biggest issue is making sure you don’t get caught in a scam “The person doing my demonstration put on the screen examples of scams to show people what to look out for.” For more information, visit: https://abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/world-cup-hero-sir-geoff-hurst-seniors-should-embrace-technology flickr.com/photos/azuaje / Flickr/Creative commonsIf you're looking for an incredible destination to spend Carnival 2020, we suggest the capital of the Canary Islands. Here, Carnival doesn’t last for one or even two weeks, but three weeks. If there's one thing the Canary Islanders like, it's a party and here you'll find the best of it. From the end of January the traditional Carnival shows begin and in early February there are parades leading up to the explosion of joy at the end. This Carnival is so big and elaborate that you can find activities for all tastes. This island is exciting to visit at any time of year, so take advantage of at least one day of your stay to explore the amazing Gran Canaria. flickr.com/photos/pepemartin / Flickr/Creative commonsIf you want a plan that’s nicer for your wallet but don't want to lose the magic of Carnival, Ovar might be your destination. After all, this is where they have what is probably the best Carnival in Portugal. The history of this carnival goes back to the end of the 19th century, and little by little this festival has grown and is gradually attracting more and more tourists. Today it's at its highest point and the Noite da Farrapada stands out because it gives all those present the chance to take part in a parade where having fun and spreading joy are the only rules. If you want a bit of peace and quiet, we recommend that you go towards Esmoriz and talk a walk along Barrinha de Esmoriz. Here, you can walk through five miles of nature with a spectacular view of the sea. flickr.com/photos/jamieneely / Flickr/Creative commonsIf good weather is fundamental for you to enjoy a great weekend of partying, Funchal is undoubtedly the best place for you to go in Portugal. On Friday morning, you'll wake up to the sound of the philharmonic orchestras, which come along with the carnival marches that whet your appetite for a feast of fun for the days ahead. The great Cortejo Alegórico parade of floats takes to the streets on Saturday night, but it's on the Tuesday that Funchal shows off the best of Carnival it has to offer with the satirical Cortejo Trapalhão. The island of Madeira is full of natural treasures that are absolutely unmissable, so you should take the opportunity to enjoy the small pleasures of the island like its landscapes, climate and of course the exotic fruit. Cádiz Carnival / Wikimedia commonsThere are records of the Cadiz Carnival dating back to the 16th century. Now, hundreds of years later, Cadiz has had time to perfect the best way to celebrate the event. In this way, the Cadiz Carnival has established itself as one of the most important in Spain. In all carnivals, satire is a key element of the festivities, but in Cadiz political and social criticism are the main players. Andalusian humour, which is typically sharp and daring, can bring out the hypocrisies of local leaders and the customs of society. Aside from the carnival, the city of Cadiz stands out for its history and beauty. As the oldest city in western Europe, there is a lot to discover, and when you sit down for dinner be sure to order a shrimp omelette, the local specialty. Carnival in Venice / PxhereThe best carnival in Europe is in Italy. Every year, Venice provides visitors with a carnival of epic proportions that you won't want to miss. As always, St Mark's Square, the Piazza di San Marco, will be the epicentre of this celebration and 2020 is no different. This is where they will set up the big stage ready for several different exciting shows. Venice will go back in time and you will find artists, craftsmen and tailors dressed in the eighteenth-century fashion, demonstrating their skills. While you’re there, take the opportunity to get to know the city. Venice has a unique charm and there are certain monuments you absolutely have to visit. The breathtaking Basilica of San Marcos, the imposing Campanario bell tower and the Ducal Palace are just some of our recommendations. Published: Invalid Date MANCHESTER CITY’S quad dream was ended by two VAR controversies Tottenham sealed a spot in the semi-finals after a dramatic aggregate win on away goals after a seven-goal second leg thriller. Fernando Llorente’s decisive 73rd-minute goal was awarded after going in off his arm and then his hip. And in injury time Raheem Sterling’s tie-clincher was scrubbed out for offside against Sergio Aguero. Spurs’ two-goal ace Son Heung-min admitted: “It was madness. Sometimes you are annoyed by VAR but today it is ‘thank you’. “I have never seen anything like this. It was tough and crazy, an unbelievable night.” Team-mate Christian Eriksen said: “I must be one of the luckiest guys on the planet. I thought it was over and thank God the ref gave offside. “It was a roller-coaster. It was goals, goals, goals, goals. “It was weird because you could expect anything. Spurs now face a Champions League semi-final against Ajax. The Dutch side’s former playmaker Eriksen added: “It’s a fairytale to play Ajax and the first five and last five minutes of this were fairytale.” Spurs lead 1-0 from the first leg but a frantic opening 21 minutes at the Etihad saw five goals. Sterling put City level on aggregate with a stunning, curling shot from just inside the area in the fourth minute. But two errors from Aymeric Laporte in three minutes allowed Son to score twice and give Spurs a 2-1 lead and 3-1 on aggregate. Bernardo Silva’s deflected shot levelled the score at 2-2 on the night just 60 seconds later. But then VAR took over as Spurs went through on away goals SunSport columnist and BBC pundit Alan Shearer said Llorente’s goal should have been ruled out It has definitely hit his arm first and then on to his hip so I didn’t think that goal would have stood.” Spurs legend Glenn Hoddle said on BT Sport: “An unbelievable game and great character from Tottenham and City You need a bit of fortune but VAR has won the day.”