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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 »
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 »
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 »
Mexican Independence
by Laura Ellis on 9/20/2010 11:26:00 AM
Something that has been particularly prevalent in the news over the weekend is that of the 200 year anniversary celebrations of Mexican Independence. Pictures have appeared all over newspapers and the Internet, showing… 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 »
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 »
The Clegg Family Enjoy a Spanish Retreat in Castilla y León
by Olivia Elson on 8/10/2010 3:21:00 PM
This week the UK's deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, has been holidaying in Olmedo, an area in the province of Valladolid. It is located a little over an hour away from Salamanca, in the autonomous region Castile… more »