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Great Loss in Mexican Literature
by Dilek on 5/16/2012 3:56:00 PM
Mexican author Carlos Fuentes died at the age of 83, leaving behind wonderful examples of Spanish language.Fuentes, who was an honorary member of the Academy of the Language of Mexico, an artist who knew how to capture… more »
San Isidro Festival of Madrid!
by Hannah Ryan on 5/15/2012 10:32:00 PM
Today in Madrid, celebrations are underway for the Festival de San Isidro. Madrid’s patron saint is annually honoured on the 15th of May, with fiestas lasting for days! Bullfighting, dancing, concerts, eating,… more »
The chances of Castile and Leon in teaching and learning Spanish
by Dilek on 5/7/2012 4:00:00 PM
8000 Spanish teaching professionals have gathered to discuss the advantages and opportunities of Castile and León in teaching Spanish. The Third TodoEle Community Meetings began in Madrid, over 600 professionals… more »
Spanish Culture opens its doors in Hong Kong
by Dilek on 4/27/2012 3:22:00 PM
Hong Kong hosted the second edition of the "Feria de Abril"(Seville Fair) on the third weekend in April introducing Seville and Spanish culture with great success.Nearly 2,000 people attended to the promotion… more »
Modern Ways to Learn Spanish
by Hannah Ryan on 4/17/2012 12:25:00 PM
In-country language learning is generally the best way to become proficient and understand more of the culture (and enjoy a holiday too!). Much as an extended language-holiday is appealing, there are always small ways… more »
A Tribute Album For Spanish Poet
by Dilek on 4/16/2012 12:40:00 PM
Mexican singer Chavela Vargas pays homage to Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca in her latest album “ The Full Moon” (La Luna Grande).Costa Rica born singer has lived for seven decades in Mexico and… more »
The Iberian Lynx
by Hannah Ryan on 4/16/2012 9:21:00 AM
While the image of the bull is immediately conjured up when thinking of Spain, it is understandable that Iberian Lynx is less well known, since it is the most endangered cat species in the world. The Iberian lynx is a… more »
International Students Have Doubled in Catalonia
by Dilek on 4/12/2012 4:58:00 PM
About 12,000 international students choose to study in Spanish universities especially in Catalonia.Almost %5-%20 of the enrolled students in a master or PhD programme are international students. Students come to Spain… more »
April Fools in December
by Hannah Ryan on 4/2/2012 11:53:00 AM
If you’re reading this blog post then CONGRATUALTIONS! You’ve survived April Fools’ Day, hopefully with dignity in tact!However, if you were in a Spanish-speaking country yesterday, then it’s no… more »
The Obama Family Learning Spanish!
by Hannah Ryan on 3/30/2012 11:43:00 AM
What a way to celebrate your birthday!While Spain’s PM Mariano Rajoy was in Seoul, South Korea, this week he celebrated his 57th birthday, unconventionally, at the Nuclear Security Summit. While he was presented… more »