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Erik Ladner
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Associate Teaching Professor of Spanish at Iowa State University, specializing in Spain Today, Spanish for the Professions and online learning of Spanish. Traveler and humanist.
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El pueblo perfecto para celebrar Halloween es el único excomulgado de España: tiene un castillo maldito y es conocido por ser refugio de brujas
Este pueblo realmente es único en España y pasar el día de Halloween allí es la mejor (o la peor) idea que se puede tener.
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October 30, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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“La vida es un carnaval": la desoladora historia de uno de los éxitos que inmortalizó a Celia Cruz - BBC News Mundo
La interpretación magistral de Celia Cruz convirtió la creación del compositor Víctor Daniel en un “himno vivificante para el público” que no pasa de moda.
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October 25, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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The newly discovered desert city that's rewriting the history of the Americas
The discovery of Peñico in Peru's Supe Valley is reshaping our understanding of the Caral civilisation – a peaceful society that survived climate catastrophe 4,000 years ago.
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September 16, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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A wonderful article relating Lorca’s poetry to locations in Granada. I’m planning to use this as a guide on my next trip to Granada.

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El Granada de Lorca, la ciudad 'del misterio, la sangre, la muerte, el cielo y la vida'
Un paseo por los lugares donde Lorca encontró su lenguaje, su tristeza y su erotismo.
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August 16, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Spain blocks more than 65,000 Airbnb holiday rental listings
Spain has ordered Airbnb to withdraw more than 65,000 listings for holiday rentals that violated existing rules from its platform as part of a general crackdown on a business blamed for contributing to the housing crisis in the country.
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May 19, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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Sí, hay que salvar la hostelería
Acercarse al bar durante el apagón fue una respuesta normal: había cerveza, por supuesto, pero también compañía e información
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May 1, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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Spain and Portugal hit by major power outage, halting trains and flights and wiping out traffic lights | CNN
A massive power outage has knocked out electricity across huge parts of Spain and Portugal, shutting off traffic lights and causing chaos at airports, train stations and on the roads.
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April 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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April 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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Madrid’s Best Hidden Neighborhoods for Tapas
From tucked-away courtyards to historic taverns, these lesser-known spots reveal the heart of the city.
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April 16, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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Each time I teach my Spain Today course I need to explain this information when discussing Semana Santa.

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De dónde procede el capirote, el llamativo gorro que llevan los penitentes en la Semana Santa española - BBC News Mundo
Esta especie de sombrero, hecho de cartón o plástico, tiene su origen en la Inquisición española. Luego, se incorporó a las celebraciones de la Semana Santa.
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April 14, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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Trump Admin Broadens Scope of Student Visa Terminations
Immigration officials are rapidly revoking hundreds of student visas. Administrators are struggling to keep up and advise their students, some of whom have fled the country.
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April 8, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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El nuevo Museo del Cine se ubicará en el antiguo edificio del NO-DO
El inmueble, sede del Noticiario Cinematográfico Español hasta 1942, contará con un espacio dedicado a la historia del edificio y un archivo patrimonial de cerca de 70.000 negativos
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April 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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La primera manifestación estatal por la vivienda digna recorre hoy las calles de 40 ciudades http://dozz.es/wjjih1
La primera manifestación estatal por la vivienda digna recorre hoy las calles de 40 ciudades
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April 5, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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La próxima novela de Javier Cercas viene en agosto. www.lavanguardia.com/cultura/2025...
Javier Cercas: “Espero que el Papa no lea mi libro y, si lo hace, que no me excomulgue”
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April 1, 2025 at 3:33 AM
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Some of the interesting pros and cons of being an expat in Spain.

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‘I didn’t feel comfortable there anymore’: Why this American couple say relocating to Spain was like ‘leaving a bad relationship’ | CNN
They quit the United States for Spain in 2022, and Laura Hamlin and her husband Allan Amer, who were based in Florida at the time, describe the experience as like leaving a “bad relationship.”
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March 23, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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La mejor calle para tapear de España: tiene 200 metros y 80 bares
Imposible no salir bien comido y bebido.
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March 22, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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When Star Wars was released on TV in Chile IN 2003, rather than interrupt the films for commercials, advertising was woven into the film seamlessly, resulting in this humorous series of ads for Cerveza Cristal

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Every Seamless Crystal Beer Ad Break in Star Wars Chile Trilogy
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March 18, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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18 Beautiful Greek Islands for Every Kind of Traveler
Greek getaways made easy.
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March 16, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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What Can Granada’s Bid to Become the European Capital of Culture Mean for Tourism and Travelers in the Coming Years? - Travel And Tour World
Discover how Granada is positioning itself as a top destination for cultural tourism, aiming to become the European Capital of Culture by 2031 and drawing millions of visitors annually.
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March 16, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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March 1, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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Spain's booming economy brings cold comfort for some
Many Spaniards struggling to put a roof over their heads feel they aren't reaping the benefits of Europe's fastest-growing economy.
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February 21, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Andalucía, the Basque Country and Valencia are the regions in Spain most exposed to possible Trump tariffs | Sur in English
Olive oil exports and electrical transformers are among the many products that could be affected by the imposition of trade tariffs by the president of the United States
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February 16, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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Several years ago I hiked 2 weeks of the Camino Francés from León to Santiago de Compostela. Someday I hope to hike the Camino Portugués. Lots of good info and links in this article.

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The Portuguese Camino de Santiago - a 2025 guide - STINGY NOMADS
Portuguese Camino de Santiago - a detailed guide. Where does the Camino start? Different route options. The cost of walking
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February 14, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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I have been to Toledo (Spain) several times, but I never heard about this hiking route. Definitely something to do next time I go.

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La ruta de senderismo más curiosa de España rodea una preciosa ciudad de España y sigue el curso del Tajo
Si quieres hacer una excursión en familia cerca de Madrid, esta es la ruta que estás buscando: corta, fácil, y llena de historia.
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February 14, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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El vino más vendido en los bares de Madrid es un Ribera del Duero de 12 euros reconocido entre los mejores del mundo
Este vino, con una larga tradición a sus espaldas, es el compañero perfecto para salir con tus amigos a tomar algo por la bulliciosa Madrid.
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February 12, 2025 at 11:54 PM