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Iran to launch Spanish television channel

by Kimberly on 11/1/2011 10:00:00 AM

The country of Iran wants the Spanish and Latin community to understand the ideological legitimacy of the Islamic system. They seek to offer “accurate and unbiased” coverage in the Spanish language about… more »

Vuelta a España sweeps across Spain

by Matthew Leake on 8/24/2011 9:44:00 AM

The 66th edition of la Vuelta a España, Spain’s biggest bike race, began in the coastal resort of Benidorm last Saturday. From this point a field of over 200 of the world’s best professional cyclists from… more »

10 romantic getaways to say "I love you" in Spanish

by Matthew Leake on 8/9/2011

Are you looking to be romantic and say “I love you” the Spanish way whilst spending time with your partner in Spain? Recite a Spanish love poem in the late afternoon sun, enjoy a walk on the beach or listen to a… more »

Third Time Lucky for Madrid's Olympic Dream?

by Matthew Leake on 7/26/2011 4:04:42 PM

Last week the Mayor of Madrid, Alberto Ruiz-Gallardón confirmed that the city will bid to host the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2020. This is the third consecutive time the city has been a candidate to… more »

Civil War Remembered 75 Years On

by Matthew Leake on 7/18/2011 3:44:47 PM

Today Spanish newspapers and television channels have marked the 75th year since the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War by reproducing iconic images and film taken during the conflict.In 1936 Spain was divided by two… more »

Advice for safe tanning in Spain

by Amy Lambert on 6/30/2011 12:05:12 PM

Following the official start of summer, temperatures in Spain have soared this weekend up to 40º, breaking records in some areas of the country, such as the northern region of Galicia. The Spanish capital, Madrid,… more »

Cordoba is the favorite to win the 2016 European Capital of Culture

by Kimberly on 6/28/2011 2:35:02 PM

6 Spanish cities are in the final phase of a battle to be named the Spanish candidate for the 2016 European Capital of Culture.Representatives for each city are in Madrid today to present their candidacy before 13… more »

Madrid to have its own Spanish "Walk of Fame"

by Kimberly on 6/15/2011

Forget Hollywood, soon you will be able to visit the Spanish Walk of Fame in the capital city of Madrid where  Marilyn Monroe's name won't appear but Sarah Montiel's will.. and instead of Paul Newman you will find… more »

Latin American Art in London PINTA Festival

by Kimberly on 6/6/2011

Image credit: Luis Gonzalez Palma, Scena / Escena, 2011 - Blanca Berlin Galeria, Madrid Art produced in Latin America is of growing interest among collectors, foundations, galleries and museums.  This interest is being… more »

Barcelona Champions shake it up on stage with Shakira

by Kimberly on 6/1/2011

If you care at all about football (soccer) than you probably already know that F.C. Barcelona recently won the 2011 Champions title against Manchester United. It was an emotional game, Barcelona has had many… more »

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