Fundación “la Caixa” pledges over one million euros to fund 30 NGO projects in Africa and Latin America, impacting over 51,500 individuals. The projects are diverse, focusing on socio-economic development, health, and educational advancement. The Community of Madrid hosts the most projects, with significant participation from Catalonia, Andalucía, the Basque Country, and other regions. Local […]
The centenary celebration of the Tercio Duque de Alba 2° of the Legion in Ceuta highlighted a deeply historical and solemn occasion. Locals and participants experienced an evocative ceremony featuring marches, trumpet calls, and ceremonial dress led by Lieutenant Víctor Cordón Cano. The Unit of Honors, including the Escuadra de Gastadores and musicians, honored service […]
Shifting Powers and Growing Tensions The early 20th century was a period of dramatic upheaval for Asia. Amidst the backdrop of two world wars, numerous nations navigated through significant political changes. China emerged as a Republic but faced a complex civil war, while Japan sought to expand its empire, exerting control over Korea and Formosa. […]
Join the Spirit of Giving this Christmas! This evening at the historic Iglesia de San Francisco, a heartwarming holiday concert is set to take place, featuring talented choirs from the region, including Noia, Louro-Muros, and Serra de Outes. With free entry for all attendees, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a festive performance while […]
Unveiling the Underreported Reality of Africa Many people perceive Africa as a distant land, overlooking its proximity, especially considering it is closer to us than Europe. The only connection most have with this vast continent is through the troubling narratives of migrant boats arriving on our shores, a constant stream that often goes unnoticed. Media […]
The Monastery of Ghazali: A Glimpse into Nubian Christianity Deep in the Bayuda desert of northern Sudan lies the majestic remains of the Ghazali monastery, a significant site established in the late 7th century by the rulers of the ancient Christian kingdom of Makuria. This establishment functioned until approximately 1275 and housed an array of […]
The Role of Starlink in Nigeria and Beyond The Niger Delta in Nigeria is a paradoxical landscape, characterized by rich greenery and stark brown patches tainted by oil spills and ongoing conflict. This region, the heart of Nigeria’s oil extraction, faces significant environmental disasters while being marred with power struggles among armed groups seeking control […]
Springtime in Klutz brought with it the arrival of an extraordinary visitor in 1822, a stork now famously known as Pfeilstorch, or “Arrow Stork.” A large white bird graced the skies of this quaint city in northern Germany, a sight that would become legendary due to a remarkable twist of fate. As the stork landed, […]
A Transformative Evening for Sentebale Recently, Prince Harry led a charity event in an art gallery located in New York City’s Lower East Side to support his organization, Sentebale, which assists youth in Southern Africa. The event, titled Friend, showcased the works of famous artists like Frank Stella and Bridget Riley. This gathering aimed not […]
Tackling Remaining Polio Threats in Africa In August 2020, Africa achieved a significant milestone by declaring itself free from polio, a disease that once paralyzed thousands of children annually. This triumph emerged from the World Health Organization’s global initiative launched in 1988, which successfully reduced polio cases worldwide by 99%. However, concerns arose in Southern […]