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Spanish Speakers Worldwide up by 70% In the Last 30 Years
The number of Spanish speakers has increased by 70% worldwide in the last 30 years, according to the Instituto Cervantes. Continue reading Spanish Speakers Worldwide up by 70% In the Last 30 Years at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Film on Celebrated Spanish Poet Wins ‘Pelíkula’ Audience Award
The documentary film “Antonio Machado. Los días azules” has won the Audience Choice Award at the Spanish film festival “PELíCULA>PELíKULA.” Continue reading Film on Celebrated Spanish Poet Wins ‘Pelíkula’ Audience Award at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Kidlat Tahimik’s Art Installation on the ‘Impact of Colonialism’ to Launch in Madrid
The art installation of National Artist for Film Eric Oteyza de Guia, aka Kidlat Tahimik, will be showcased in Madrid. Continue reading Kidlat Tahimik’s Art Installation on the ‘Impact of Colonialism’ to Launch in Madrid at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Historical Marker Commemorating Mexico’s 201st Fighter Squadron Unveiled at Galleon Day
A historical marker commemorating Mexico’s 201st Fighter Squadron was unveiled at Galleon Day Friday, Oct. 8. Continue reading Historical Marker Commemorating Mexico’s 201st Fighter Squadron Unveiled at Galleon Day at La Jornada Filipina in English.
‘L-tse,’ ‘In-til’: Filipino Swear Words and Profanities of Spanish Origin
The Spanish colonial’s influence in our language runs deep. Here are Filipino swear words and profanities of Spanish origin: Continue reading ‘L-tse,’ ‘In-til’: Filipino Swear Words and Profanities of Spanish Origin at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Ecuador Prison Riot: 118 Killed as Gang Violence Spirals Out of Control in Latin America’s Jails
Gang violence is a serious problem in Latin American society — not just its jails. Continue reading Ecuador Prison Riot: 118 Killed as Gang Violence Spirals Out of Control in Latin America’s Jails at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Mexican Embassy Unveils Commemorative Plaque to a Filipino Man Who Fought in the Mexican War of Independence
The Mexican Embassy unveiled a commemorative plaque to a Filipino man who fought in the Mexican War of Independence. Continue reading Mexican Embassy Unveils Commemorative Plaque to a Filipino Man Who Fought in the Mexican War of Independence at La Jornada Filipina in English.
False Friends and Filipino-Spanish Words With Different Meanings
Take a look at these Filipino-Spanish words with different meanings — how embarrassing it would be if used in a different context. Continue reading False Friends and Filipino-Spanish Words With Different Meanings at La Jornada Filipina in English.
All the Jollibee Spain Menu Items You Can’t Find in the Philippines
We catalog the menu items of Jollibee Spain that you can’t find in Philippine stores, or even elsewhere. Continue reading All the Jollibee Spain Menu Items You Can’t Find in the Philippines at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Spanish-Language Films To Be Screened for Free at ‘Pelíkula’ 2021
Twenty films will be screened for free at the 20th edition of “PELíCULA,” a Spanish film festival hosted by Instituto Cervantes. Continue reading Spanish-Language Films To Be Screened for Free at ‘Pelíkula’ 2021 at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Review Writing Contest in Spanish for ‘Pelíkula’ Film Festival 2021
Calling all students who can write in Spanish! Join this film review writing contest in Spanish for a chance to win cool prizes. Continue reading Review Writing Contest in Spanish for ‘Pelíkula’ Film Festival 2021 at La Jornada Filipina in English.
LOOK: Spanish Singer Rosalía Wears Mantón de Manila at the Met Gala 2021
Spanish singer Rosalía wore a long mantón de Manila at the Met Gala 2021 red carpet. Continue reading LOOK: Spanish Singer Rosalía Wears Mantón de Manila at the Met Gala 2021 at La Jornada Filipina in English.
The Joys and Sorrows of Filipino Seafarers Working Aboard Cruise Ships
A Spanish writer embarks on an adventure across the seas to work as a cruise ship musician when he finds companionship among Filipino seafarers. Continue reading The Joys and Sorrows of Filipino Seafarers Working Aboard Cruise Ships at La Jornada Filipina in English.
Filipino Film ‘Kun Maupay Man It Panahon’ to Screen in Mexico’s ‘Largest Film Festival’
Daniel Padilla-starrer “Kun Maupay Man It Panahon” will be screened at the 24th Guanajato International Film Festival in Mexico this month. Continue reading Filipino Film ‘Kun Maupay Man It Panahon’ to Screen in Mexico’s ‘Largest Film Festival’ at La Jornada Filipina in English.
NCCA Releases Free Philippine History E-Book Containing Readings Beginning From Pre-Spanish Period
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts, through National Committee on Historical Research, released an annotated PDF e-book on Philippine history. Continue reading NCCA Releases Free Philippine History E-Book Containing Readings Beginning From Pre-Spanish Period at La Jornada Filipina in English.