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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 »
The End of an Era
by Laura Ellis on 7/29/2010 9:50:00 AM
So a historic change has taken place, and the government of Catalonia has voted to end bull-fighting in their region. Is this an example of seemingly 'anti-Spanish' behavior?Always a controversial… more »
Barcelona hosts global medical triumph
by Olivia on 7/27/2010 3:47:00 PM
Yesterday, a 31 year-old Spanish man appeared before the press in Barcelona having undergone the world's first full-face transplant. He thanked the surgeons for their work and the opportunity to enjoy life… more »
Some Spanish slang...
by Erin on 7/26/2010 4:22:00 PM
These slang expressions were originally published in our monthly newsletter.Get Spanish culture, slang, recipes and much more delivered each month to your inbox. Sign up for the monthly newsletter!Or read up our past… more »
The great Mosque of Cordoba Mosque & a new Spanish Coin
by Kimberly on 7/23/2010 1:40:00 PM
The Córdoba Mezquita dates back to the 10th century when it was under Abd ar-Rahman, one of the greatest rulers of Islamic History. At that time, most of southern Spain had been conquested by the Arabs, and the… more »
On Tour!
by Laura Ellis on 7/21/2010 3:49:00 PM
So you fancy a change of environment. Where to go? An obvious choice, Madrid! The Spanish capital is only two and half hours away from Salamanca, and about 25 euros, away making it ideal for a quick break to experience… more »
World Cup on display in Madrid 22-23 July
by Kimberly on 7/21/2010 10:44:00 AM
Just in case you live in a box, let me first start off by reminding you that Spain won the FIFA World Cup of soccer in South Africa on the 11th of July 2010. It marked the first time in history that the Spanish… more »
The Reign in Spain - The Popularity of the Spanish Royal Family
by Olivia Elson on 7/15/2010
One thing which has struck me being in Spain, if only for a few days, is the unique relationship that the Spanish have with their Royal Family. Far from the privacy and detachment of many others including the British… more »
Hot Hot Hot!
by Laura Ellis on 7/14/2010 3:49:00 PM
So temperatures are set to soar this weekend, and after a lull in the heat this week, it's going to be a welcome change. But you can't go far without talk of the coming "ola de calor", so what to do… more »
Spanish Foods to Try
by Kimberly on 7/14/2010 2:31:00 PM
Spanish cuisine boasts a wide range of delicacies that vary by region that should not be missed. Make sure to plan around their typical dining hours; Lunch from 2 to 4 pm (in which most establishments are closed) and… more »