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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 »
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 »
Dance on Tour with Shakira!
by Kimberly on 9/22/2010 11:23:00 AM
Shakira has just announced on her official website a competition for her fans to win tickets to dance on stage with her during her at one of her upcoming concerts in North America.It is a chance to "get loca on… more »
Dinosaur Bones Unearthed in Cuenca
by Olivia Elson on 9/21/2010 12:48:00 AM
Spain is well-known for its wealth of art and architecture from previous eras - from the impressive collection of Roman ruins in Extremadura, to 12th century Moorish monuments in Sevilla, to UNESCO World Heritage Sites… more »
The Threads of Memory: Spain and the United States
by Kimberly on 9/20/2010 1:51:00 PM
George Washington Painting on exhibitionSEACEX (Sociedad Estatal para la Acción Cultural Exterior - State Corporation for Spanish Cultural Action Abroad) in collaboration with American and Spanish Embassies,… 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 »
Some Spanish Sayings
by Olivia Elson on 9/6/2010 3:50:00 PM
To add a bit of colour to your Spanish, why not try including some popular phrases and sayings, such as the ones below:Sólo se vive una vez: you only live onceSalir el tiro por la culata: to backfireSer pan… more »
Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera on Mexican 500 peso bank notes
by Kimberly on 8/31/2010 1:48:00 PM
From this Tuesday on, the famous Mexican artists Diego Rivera (1886-1957) and Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) will appear on the front and back of the new 500 pesos notes (a value of about $40).The announcement came from the… more »
Flamenco Continues to Take Japan by Storm
by Olivia Elson on 8/30/2010 12:13:00 AM
With the economic crisis still hitting Spain hard, and unemployment figures continuing to linger around 20%, I was surprised to read that one of the most popular money-making methods for Spaniards today is to tap into… more »
Ice Cream Experiments in Valencia
by Olivia Elson on 8/23/2010 4:57:00 PM
Bored of the usual strawberry, chocolate and vanilla? Then head to Plaza de la Reina in Valencia, where you can try some far more outlandish flavours, including garlic gazpacho or tortilla chips!The Llinares brothers,… more »