DNA study shows 20 percent of Iberian population has Jewish ancestry Dec 5, 2008
The new finding bears on two very different views of Spanish history: One holds that Spanish civilization is Catholic and all other influences are foreign, the other that Spain has been enriched by drawing from all three of its historical cultures - Catholic, Jewish and Muslim. The genetic study, based on an analysis of Y chromosomes, was conducted by a team of biologists led by Mark Jobling of the University of Leicester in England and Francesc Calafell of the Pompeu Fabra University in... (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Gene study shows Spain's Jewish and Muslim ancestry Dec 5, 2008
The finding bears on two different views of Spanish history, said Dr. Jonathan Ray, a professor of Jewish studies at Georgetown University. One, proposed by the 20th-century historian Claudio Snchez-Albornoz, holds that Spanish civilization is Catholic and other influences are foreign; the other sees Spain as having been enriched by drawing from all three of its historical cultures, Catholic, Jewish and Muslim. (International Herald Tribune)
Fresh approach at Holy Cross Nov 18, 2008
But at this Spanish history seminar at the College of the Holy Cross, 16 freshmen, assembled in a semicircle, were immersed in a highbrow discussion that explored the ideas of St. Thomas Aquinas, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and Spanish author Emilia Pardo Bazan. The intensive, interdisciplinary class, taught by a full professor, is akin to a senior symposium, a far cry from the typical freshman survey course. (Boston Globe)
* The super-judge takes on Spanish history with Franco case Oct 22, 2008
The super-judge takes on Spanish history with Franco case ... He is putting an entire era of Spanish history on trial. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Nadal to finish top Oct 19, 2008
Nadal said: "To become number one during the year was one of my goals and it is important to have achieved it. Moreover, if you finish the year as number one it is even more special. "I am also very happy to bring something more to Spanish sport, something for Spanish history and for our great tennis tradition. " Nadal, who won eight tournaments and won 80 of his 90 matches during the year, became the first man since Bjorn Borg in 1980 to win the French Open and Wimbledon double after dethroning... (iAfrica.com)
Crusading judge orders inquiry into Franco era Oct 17, 2008
It has become a pilgrimage site for lovers of Lorca's tragic, passionate verse, as well as for students of Spanish history many of whom leave flowers or notes at the site. The conservative opposition argues that the investigation along with recent government legislation offering symbolic reparations to Republican victims opens old wounds. (International Herald Tribune)
More of this story Oct 14, 2008
Keenly interested in anything dealing with Italian, Newport, Hispanic or Spanish history and culture, her seminar selection revolves around her jobs as adjunct professor and adoring grandmother; she cares for grandson Benjamin Borgueta, nearly 2, three days a week. Joyce McKale, a former colleague on the Rogers faculty and a longtime friend, said Ripa embodies and values everything her grandparents dreamed of when they left Italy and moved to America seeking a better life, most notably love of... (Newport Daily News, RI)
Fun Things To Do in Florida: St. Au... Sep 23, 2008
Spanish history and architecture, along with a wide variety of fun-filled family attractions, can be found on the North Florida coast in Saint Augustine, Florida. Founded in 1565, St. Augustine is the oldest continuously inhabited city in America and has twice been under Spanish rule. (Suite101.com)
Smart, shifty Spanish history lesson Sep 18, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
'Cookie' O'Brien cared about St. Augustine, Spanish history Sep 12, 2008
Cookie' O'Brien cared about St. Augustine, Spanish history By ANNE C. HEYMEN anne. heymen@staugustine. (The St. Augustine Record)
Nadal starting to feel strain long march to No. 1 Aug 7, 2008
"It's important for the Spanish team, for our tennis to have the best player in Spanish history there to help us win," the fifth-ranked Ferrer said. The women are also looking to draw off of Nadal and Spain's success. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
In Spain, one company's implosion is another's profit Jul 16, 2008
It would be one of the biggest corporate failures in Spanish history. Such hedge funds, acting as so-called vulture funds, might not care if a company goes bust, and that could be a painful lesson in modern finance for Spanish companies accustomed to cozy long-term relationships with regional savings banks like La Caixa. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Meeting Spain's last anarchist Jul 13, 2008
He was keen to share his views on 20th Century Spanish history with a wider audience. THE DURRUTI COLUMN Column of anarchist fighters during Spanish Civil War Led by Buenaventura Durruti until his death fighting Franco's forces on outskirts of Madrid in November 1936 After defeat of Republican forces in 1939, many surviving members fled to France. (BBC News -- Europe)
Torres: Spain has no fear of 'favorite' Italy Jun 21, 2008
We know it's very important for Spanish history and for us. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Torres: Spain has no fear of 'favorite' Italy ahead of teams' Euro 2008 quarterfinal Jun 20, 2008
We know it's very important for Spanish history and for us. " > Latest News Reuters Faced with increasingly severe fuel shortages and the prospect of power failures during the summer, the Chinese government announced sharp increases in the price of gasoline and electricity In Opinion: More Headlines Video Players are taking swings on virtual greens in greater numbers. Olympic hopeful, Liu Xiang, speaks to the media at the Empire State Building. The F1 in Schools program inspires children... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Continental spat over 'sexist' PM May 20, 2008
"Although I do not know if it would be very effective. He would need many sessions," Ms Aido, who at 31 is the youngest cabinet minister in Spanish history, told the newspaper El Pais. The comments mark a further deterioration in Spanish-Italian relations following Madrid's criticism of Italy's decision to deport hundreds of illegal immigrants. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Sex and politicsSpain and Italy take different paths towards gender equality May 11, 2008
After winning a second term in March, Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero has more female ministers in his new cabinet than male, including a 31-year-old woman, the youngest minister in Spanish history. Mr Zapatero has more female than male ministers in his cabinet. (BBC News -- Europe)
Takes on the landscape of 'burbs, epic Babylon Apr 20, 2008
They include paintings, drawings, and prints, all relating to events in Spanish history during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Paseo del Prado, 011-34-91-330-2800, museodel prado. (Boston Globe)
* Goya show a reflection on mans violence Apr 16, 2008
It is the artistic diary of Goya in one of the most turbulent periods of Spanish history, said Prado director Miguel Zugaza. Although the Prado has the worlds largest collection of Goya, 75 percent of the shows work comes from outside, many from private collections, such as Majas on the Balcony and Marquise of Montehermoso. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero was sworn in Saturday for a second term heading a cabinet composed of nine woman and eight man ministers. • Lineup of new Spanish cabinet Apr 13, 2008
Zapatero named nine female and eight male ministers in his new government, the first time that women outnumber men in the cabinet in Spanish history. Following is the lineup of the new Spanish cabinet. (Xinhuanet, China)
Waters Named A Finalist For Skip Prosser Award Mar 15, 2008
A planned team trip to Spain in August will be preceded by a class in Spanish history so that the players can appreciate the history of the sites that they will see. The Skip Prosser Man of the Year Award, which was established by CollegeInsider. (Csuvikings.com)
A Polarized Win for Spain's Socialists Mar 10, 2008
The 2008 elections, it turned out, were the most bi-partisan in Spanish history, with the Socialists and the Popular Party now making up 92% of the seats in Congress. "In places like the Basque Country or Catalu;a, the nationalist parties lost ground to the Socialists," says Ismael Crespo, political scientist at the University of Murcia. (Time.com)
Church starts Black History Month celebration Feb 24, 2008
"This is not black history, or Spanish history," said Rev. Johnnie Young. "It's American history month.". (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
The fame in Spain Jan 21, 2008
You can learn a lot about Spanish history by looking at a plate of paella. First, consider the large bowl it's often served in, shallow and a bit wok-like, as well as the larger one it's cooked in both are derived from a Roman utensil. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Virtual war, real concerns Nov 23, 2007
rez, head of development at Legend Studios, which produced the game, said it made accessible a chapter of Spanish history that was often passed over in the classroom. The game includes documentary footage of the war from the British Broadcasting Corp. and two Catalan archives and a timeline of the conflict. (International Herald Tribune)
Ferrer beats Nadal at own game Nov 14, 2007
Ferrer said his only advantage against the man he called the best player in Spanish history comes when they face off in video games. Just in the PlayStation Im better than him, Ferrer said, laughing. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bhutto drops plans to leave country Nov 1, 2007
SPAIN Franco dictatorship formally denounced MADRID - Parliament condemned General Francisco Franco's nearly 40-year dictatorship yesterday in historic legislation addressing a dark chapter of Spanish history that had been largely off-limits. The bill sponsored by the Socialist government and passed by the lower house of parliament also makes symbolic amends to victims of the 1936-1939 Spanish Civil War. (Boston Globe)
Spain parliament passes law condemning Franco Nov 1, 2007
Lawmakers passed a bill to make symbolic amends to victims of the Spanish Civil War and the ensuing dictatorship of Gen. Francisco Franco an unprecedented bid to address a dark chapter of Spanish history that has been largely taboo. Conservative critics of the legislation complained angrily that the bill, sponsored by Spain's Socialist government, digs unnecessarily at old wounds and does away with a spirit of reconciliation that accompanied the transition to democracy after the dictator died in... (International Herald Tribune)
Terror trialSpain awaits verdicts on men accused of 2004 Madrid bombings Oct 30, 2007
It has been one of the biggest legal cases in Spanish history. Top suspects dead. (BBC News -- Europe)
Spain 'bomb plot' trial disrupted Oct 17, 2007
The trial opened two weeks before sentences are announced in one of the biggest terrorist trials in Spanish history. The men accused of involvement in the Madrid train bombings are due to appear in court on 31 October to hear the judges' verdict. (BBC News -- Europe)
Madrid 'bomb plot' trial starts Oct 16, 2007
The trial's start comes two weeks before sentences are announced in one of the biggest terrorist trials in Spanish history. The men accused of involvement in the March 2004 Madrid train bombings are due to appear in court on the 31 October to hear the judges' verdict. (BBC News -- Europe)
Spanish Anthem to Get Words Oct 16, 2007
"Spain is a country of diverse cultures and languages," says Julian Casanova, professor of Spanish history at the University of Zaragoza. "Whenever one person takes out a flag, someone else brings out a different one. It's the same with national anthems." Casanova suspects that political interests, more than sporting ones, lie behind the effort to pin words to melodies. (Time.com)
A sweet treat for library goersWeehawken author to give presentation on chocolate Oct 14, 2007
Although she has her doctorate in medieval Spanish history, she is also a culinary historian as well. "The cacao bean moved from the Amazon basin to Venezuela, then was grown in Central America and taken to Africa and Asia," Presilla said last week. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
New Challenges to Spain's King Oct 7, 2007
"Juan Carlos played such a sterling role during the Transition to democracy that it basically shelved questions about the nature of the new political regime," says Paul Preston, professor of Spanish history at the London School of Economics and author of a biography of the King. Since then, the royal family has dedicated themselves largely to charity drives, hospital inaugurations, and promoting Spanish interests abroad. (Time.com)
Spanish age of chivalry on display in Beijing Sep 28, 2007
A total of 150 items will be on display, depicting the historic development of chivalric culture, the role it played in the Spanish history. The show would also present 22 Chinese works of art collected and stored by the Spanish royal family, the spokesman said, adding Chinese artworks had been favored by European aristocrats since China and Spain began conducting frequent exchanges after the 16thCentury. (Xinhuanet, China)
Letters to the Editor Aug 12, 2007
Franco's facists won, plunging that Spanish history into darkness. These American volunteers for Spain left 800 of their comrades behind in the Spanish earth. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Interview: Milos Forman's ghosts Aug 7, 2007
6, 2007 12:00 AM Although Milos Forman began his directing career in Czechoslovakia, he's ideally qualified to make "Goya's Ghosts" (which opened Friday), a film that follows the artist through the cruel disruptions of 18th- and 19th-century Spanish history. The biography of an artist adapting to survive a period when power changed hands repeatedly and violently echoes the chronology of Forman's own life. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Goya's Ghost director witnessed parallels to the Inquisition Jul 26, 2007
" Actually, he is. If you look at Goya's paintings of Spain's royal court - and Forman was looking closely - King Carlos and Quaid are virtual doppelgangers. Forman recruited his longtime friend and collaborator Jean-Claude Carriere for the Goya's Ghost screenplay. The duo had teamed on Forman's first English-language entry, the Aquarian Age satire Taking Off, and on his 1989 Dangerous Liaisons-inspired period piece, Valmont. "He is a friend, a brilliant writer, he speaks Spanish, he knows... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Join the discussion Jul 25, 2007
This type of reaction is not uncommon in portuuguese and Spanish history. After the inquisition, the centralisation of political and economic power was also done in a manner which hampered economic and political development. (International Herald Tribune)
Juanita Ponte, 62; taught at Boston Latin Jul 21, 2007
Former student Philip Guarino, president and founder of design firm Arclinea Boston, said Ms. Ponte's method of imbuing course work with Spanish history, philosophy, and literature helped him navigate college experience and a career that once had him living in Argentina. "She was very passionate about what she was doing," he said. (Boston Globe)
Ghost of Franco Haunts Spain as Families Open Civil War-Era Mass Graves Jul 18, 2007
Zapatero's motivation is to keep the PP's links to Francoism in people's minds, as well as to recognize the millions of Spaniards who actually suffered under the dictatorship,'' said Alejandro Quiroga, a lecturer in Spanish history and politics at Newcastle University in the U.K.. Zapatero resurrected Spanish Civil War divisions when he came to power by citing his grandfather, a Republican killed by Franco's forces, as the inspiration for his political career. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Time capsule highlights mentoring program Jun 9, 2007
Saturday 09 June, 2007. A time capsule that housed mementos associated with the first day of the mentoring program was dug up and unveiled last Thursday at Griswold Middle School. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Final bricks on sale May 11, 2007
We are really interested in anything relating to New Iberia, Iberia Parish and the area s Spanish history from original descendants. The exhibits committee also is interested in items related to the area s industries, as well as the boating history on Bayou Teche. (New Iberia, LA)
Spidey set to weave more magic in Europe May 5, 2007
Pic was set to open on 761 prints, the second biggest copy-run in Spanish history, bettered only by "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" (787). "It will take 60% of total box office," predicted one exhibber. (Variety)
Textbooks form bridge from Mexico to Valley Apr 10, 2007
Call: (800) 877-3400. Multimedia / Interactive. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Prisoner release sharpens Spain's ETA debate Mar 12, 2007
On Saturday, hundreds of thousands marched in a demonstration organized by the PP the first time in Spanish history that an opposition party has called for a protest against the government's antiterrorist policies. In November 2006, ETA member Iaki de Juana Chaos began a hunger strike to protest a second jail sentence, which he received for "inciting terrorism" (he had already completed an 18-year term for the murder of 25 people). (Christian Science Monitor)
Pan's Labyrinth (5 stars out of 5) Jan 19, 2007
A Mexican writer-director, del Toro knows his Spanish history. But he also knows his Joseph Campbell and his Vladimir Propp. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
A little history, a little fun with the Three Kings Jan 7, 2007
The event also included performances by the Lincoln School singers, English and Spanish history of Three Kings day readings and a performance of Silent Night. Kerry Heeran can be reached at kheeran@newbritainherald. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Fractured fairytale Jan 4, 2007
" The labyrinth itself is a comment on Spanish history, notes the director, for whom war is a recurrent theme. "The labyrinth is a metaphor for Spain as a country and for its transit to where it is now. " The Spanish Civil War was also the backdrop for 2001's The Devil's Backbone, which he considers a companion piece. "I am that girl in this film in the same way that I was the boy in The Devil's Backbone. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
