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2010 Nobel Prize in Literature - Mario Varga Llosa
by Kimberly on 10/8/2010 10:17:00 AM
Peruvian novelist Mario Vargas Llosa has won the 2010 Nobel Prize in literature. Mario has written an extensive amount of work that includesnovels, essays and literary criticism.The award was announced yesterday (Oct… more »
Centenary of Poet Miguel Hernandez
by Olivia Elson on 10/6/2010 3:50:00 PM
As Spanish-speakers the world over celebrate the centenary of this renowned poet and playwright, I thought it apt to do some research and shed some light on his life and works.Miguel Hernández was born on the… more »
General Strike in Spain September 29th, 2010
by Kimberly on 9/28/2010 11:43:00 AM
A general strike "For the distribution of work and wealth" has been convoked in all of Spain by the labor unions. This is the first general strike in 8 years, since 2002, and is to protest all the spending… more »
Spanish Success at the San Sebastian Film Festival
by Olivia Elson on 9/27/2010 12:05:00 AM
Last Saturday 25th September saw the conclusion of the prestigious 9-day long San Sebastian International Film Festival. Taking place in what is arguably the Basque Country's most fashionable and artistic city (its… more »
Tasting Tapas in NYC
by Kimberly on 9/16/2010 10:13:00 AM
We found this interesting article from Gayot.com written by restaurant critic Bryan Miller, which we thought would be interesting to share with you! ENJOY!Observer Tapas Working Translating Tapas: From Madrid to NYC by… more »
Salamanca Ferias
by Olivia Elson on 9/14/2010 10:09:00 AM
Running between the 7th and 15th September, the Salamanca ferias have proved a great success - and there are still two more days to go!For just over a week the city has been buzzing, its streets constantly teeming with… more »
Exhibitions with a twist!
by Laura Ellis on 9/10/2010 9:43:00 AM
Fancy doing something a bit different next time you're in Spain? Well look no further than the Southern Andalusian capital of Seville. Famous for its more traditional exhibits and buildings including the Cathedral… more »
Yes, you Americans CAN study abroad! No Excuses
by Kimberly on 9/9/2010 12:12:00 AM
This blog post is directed to the Americans out there who want to study abroad but say to themselves: "I can't, it is too expensive.."I am here to explain to you why you can and you should do it and do it… more »
The DELE Exam Is It For Me?
by Olivia Elson on 8/17/2010 12:38:00 AM
Various articles have been published this summer about the increasing popularity of the DELE exam, with new centres springing up all over Spain, so I thought it would be useful to outline exactly what it involves and… more »
The Golden Girls - "Las Chicas de Oro"
by Kimberly on 7/30/2010 3:16:00 PM
Spain is launching its own version of the hit American series "The Golden Girls." It will be called "Las Chicas de Oro" and is being produced by Disney Media Networks and Latin World Entertainment.… more »