Spain's PP and Vox agree to scrap Moroccan language classes in Andalusia

Spanish gains ground in Africa

Around 3.5 million people study the Spanish language in sub-Saharan Africa, double the number in 2014. Music, football, migration and the decline in French’s prestige explain its advance

8 favourite French words of the day

Franco-latin for ‘ditto’, swearing without swearing, some pirate slang and how to score language points with the word ‘second’

Desperados Blog Story: The Beer With The Latin Vibe and the New Generation Culture  

If you’ve been to an event recently in Lagos , or scrolled through TikTok and Instagram long enough you’ll notice a shift in the atmosphere. A few years ago, it would have been difficult to imagine a Latin-infused record getting the same reaction as an Afrobeats anthem in a Nigerian club. Today, that’s no longer [] Desperados Blog Story: The Beer With The Latin Vibe and the New Generation Culture

Moroccan-born Spanish citizens emerge as one of Spain's strongest left-leaning voting blocs

Moroccan-born citizens who have acquired Spanish nationality are among the strongest supporters of left-wing political parties in Spain, according to a new survey published by Spanish polling and public opinion firm Opina 360, highlighting the growing electoral influence of naturalised immigrants ahead of the country's next general election. The survey found that voters of African ...

Spain's post-separatist team

The Spanish squad is filled with Catalan and Basque players, but now no rumbles for regional sovereignty.

Montreal family to be separated after mother’s asylum claim was refused

MONTREAL — Arminda Casanova said her son never learned to write in his mother tongue of Spanish after attending several years of school in French in Montreal. The mother and her son came to Canada from Mexico as asylum seekers in 2022 to reunite with her husband who had filed his own claim a year [] The post Montreal family to be separated after mother’s asylum claim was refused appeared first on Loonie Politics.

English-language takeover of Tour de France forces even French riders to adapt

English has increasingly replaced French — and also Italian, Flemish and Spanish — as the language of the peloton.

Talk Python Blog: Portuguese subtitles available for all courses

Over the past couple of months, we announced support for multi-lingual subtitles on our courses, starting with German and then Spanish. Now we are ready to release our third language, Portuguese! All 283 hours of courses have complete Portuguese subtitles. Just choose your language, set the subtitle size and location and you have high-quality Portuguese subtitles to accompany your learning. Your next course What’s next? Well, either drop into your account page and continue with an existing course you’re studying or browse our catalog of courses to find your next one.

Why Spain’s players never sing their national anthem before games

The little known reason goes to the very heart of Spanish history Football fans have been questioning why Spain’s national team players, including the likes of Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Arsenal’s Mikel Merino, have not been seen singing their national anthem before World Cup clashes with Cabo Verde and Saudi Arabia in North America. []

El método que convirtió a España en una potencia | Vive el Mundial

¿Cómo nacen tantas estrellas en España? Este reporte explora el trabajo de academias como La Masia, La Fábrica, Lezama y Zubieta, donde figuras como Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, Balde, Cucurella y Fabián Ruiz comenzaron su formación desde niños.

Portugal open-sources Amália, its first national AI model, in a bet on European Portuguese

A country of just over 10 million people now has a large language model that speaks its own version of the language. Portugal has released Amália, its first national AI model built specifically for European Portuguese, and it has done so in about the most deliberate way a government can. The model, its training data [] This story continues at The Next Web

Sepanyol tekad lunas dendam

HOUSTON: Pertembungan antara Sepanyol dan Portugal pada pusingan 16 terbaik Piala Dunia 2026 espk paling dinanti-nantikan dalam kejohanan apabila menemukan dua kuasa besar Semenanjung Iberia yang memiliki sejarah persaingan panjang serta pemain bertaraf dunia. Lebih daripada perebutan tiket ke suku akhir, perlawanan itu turut membawa misi peribadi buat Sepanyol yang mahu membalas dendam atas kekalahan ... Read more The post Sepanyol tekad lunas dendam appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Spain’s SETT, South Africa’s KAG Launch $28.5 Million Audiovisual Venture

Spanish state investment vehicle SETT and South Africa’s Known Associates Group are teaming on a major audiovisual venture in Spain, encompassing a Madrid-based production company and post-production studios in the Canary Islands and Basque Country. SETT, the investment arm of Spain’s Ministry for Digital Transformation, will commit 12.7 million (14.5 million) to two public-private ventures []

Costa Blanca music lovers treated to world-class choirs and live charity concerts

Music lovers are spoilt for choice on the Costa Blanca this summer, with internationally acclaimed choral performances and live charity []

NiDCOM, San José State University Partner on Diaspora Engagement

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and San José State University, California, United States, have begun discussions on a strategic partnership aimed at expanding opportunities for Nigerian students and professionals in technology, education, innovation, and diaspora engagement. According to a statement issued by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the [] The post NiDCOM, San José State University Partner on Diaspora Engagement appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Still nothing to separate Iberian rivals Portugal and Spain LIVE!

Still nothing to separate Iberian rivals Portugal and Spain LIVE!

Akinola Davies Jr. has been invited to join the Academy. What does this mean for Nollywood?

British-Nigerian filmmaker and one of the brains behind the 2026 most awarded AMVCA film “My Father’s Shadow” has been invited to join the Academy, joining a list of talented Nigerian filmmakers and actors on the list. Talented actors Sopé Dìrísù and Akinola Davis Jr. were the only two Nigerians invited to the academy this year,... Read More Read » Akinola Davies Jr. has been invited to join the Academy. What does this mean for Nollywood? on YNaija

'We could call it racist' - Ivory Coast boss sad at Schweinsteiger comments

Ivory Coast boss Emerse Fae says comments from ex-Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger about their wild playing style could be considered racist.

Meet 2 Nigerian students, Akota-Chika, Adekimi who won World’s Best English, Maths award

Two Nigerian students, Akota-Chika Serena and Tolulope Israel Adekimi of Caleb-British International School (CBIS), Magodo and Lekki, Lagos, have made the country proud after emerging as the world's top performers in English Language and Mathematics respectively in the 2025 International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Examinations conducted by the Cambridge International Examination Council. The post Meet 2 Nigerian students, Akota-Chika, Adekimi who won World’s Best English, Maths award appeared first on Vanguard News.

‘Switzerland in Spain’ for half the price — the cooler, less crowded Catalan Pyrenees

‘Switzerland in Spain’ for half the price — the cooler, less crowded Catalan Pyrenees

CBSE three-language rule eased; What's new for Class 7 to 9 students?

In a major relief, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has clarified that students from Class 7 to 9 can continue with their existing foreign language combination till Class 10. The students who have opted for two foreign languages under the existing system will not be asked to replace with an Indian language, reported news agency ANI quoting Ministry of Education sources. The CBSE has issued clarifications weeks after the May circular that stated students entering Class 9 must study three languages with at least two being Indian languages in line with the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).

Ronaldo's World Cup ride over after late La Roja goal

Spain have seen off Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal 1-0, thanks to an added-time winner, to book their spot in the World Cup quarter-finals.

'We could call it racist' - Ivory Coast boss sad at Schweinsteiger comments

Ivory Coast boss Emerse Fae says comments from ex-Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger about their wild playing style could be considered racist.

The ‘Barca-loner’ effect: Spain’s new digital nomad visa is seeing strong uptake as thousands of Brits and Americans take advantage to flock to the country

BRITISH and American digital nomads are flocking to Spain, new data has shown, in what industry experts have dubbed the ‘Barca-loner effect.’ Spain issued more than 7,800 digital nomad visas

Une équipe de France « sans Français », selon Mariano Rajoy : le dérapage qui choque

Photo d’archives de Mariano Rajoy, 2013 ...

Latin American Students Choosing Spain Over U.S., Business School Leader Says

Latin American Students Choosing Spain Over U.S., Business School Leader Says Susan H. Greenberg Mon, 06/22/2026 - 03:00 AM Staff and students who once would have picked North America are looking to Europe for stability and freedom, according to the head of Spain’s Esade Business School. Byline(s) Seher Asaf for Times Higher Education

Over 15,000 Moroccan seasonal workers employed annually in Spain

Morocco’s Minister of Employment Younes Sekkouri, said the bilateral agreement governing the employment of Moroccan seasonal workers in Spain guarantees their rights, but stressed that stronger support from both Moroccan and Spanish authorities is needed to ensure those protections are effectively implemented. Speaking during a parliamentary question session on Monday, Sekkouri said the ministry encourages [] The post Over 15,000 Moroccan seasonal workers employed annually in Spain appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Our five favorite spots in Paris to enjoy specialties from Colombia, Argentina and Brazil

From colorful market stalls to a welcoming restaurant dining room, here is our selection of places to discover Colombian, Argentinian or Brazilian dishes in Paris.

Best World Cup Sportsbook Promos For Spain vs. Saudi Arabia, Uruguay vs. Cape Verde

Best World Cup Sportsbook Promos For Spain vs Saudi Arabia, Uruguay vs. Cape Verde.

Where to watch Portugal vs. Spain: 11 watch parties across Toronto, Mississauga, Markham and the GTA

What to know Portugal and Spain are meeting in one of the biggest Round of 16 matchups of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and fans... The post Where to watch Portugal vs. Spain: 11 watch parties across Toronto, Mississauga, Markham and the GTA appeared first on NOW Toronto.

Spain edges Belgium and will face France in World Cup semifinal

Spain and France will meet Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, in a matchup anticipated for years. Neither team has lost at this year's World Cup.

Multiculturalism was always a ‘divided ideology’

Historian and Author Dr Mark Lopez says multiculturalism was always a “divided ideology”. Mr Lopez told Sky News host Andrew Bolt that multiculturalism is an ideology and “has always been an ideology”. “There are different versions of it.”

From Underdogs To Giant-Killers? Cabo Verde's World Cup Journey Explained

Cabo Verde, the small African island nation, have held footballing powerhouses Spain and Uruguay to draws at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.

“Phantsi, Afrophobia!” – Cape Town artists and activists reject afrophobia

World Refugee Day events show “African solidarity”

New Music Alert: Kadoon Shares Captivating New Single ‘Carry Me Go’

In the ever-evolving landscape of Afrobeats, a new generation of stars continues to redefine the sound of Africa, and Kadoon remains one of the genre’s most captivating rising forces. Following the vibrant energy of Go Low, the heartfelt romance of Nakupenda, and the bold swagger of Steeze, the Benue-born songstress returns with yet another irresistible [] The post New Music Alert: Kadoon Shares Captivating New Single ‘Carry Me Go’ appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Portugal 0-1 Spain: Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dreams in tatters as La Roja progress to quarter-finals

Spain book their spot in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup courtesy of a 1-0 success over Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal on Monday.

The unspoken rule: is English really the key to success in Europe’s boardrooms?

From Airbus to Siemens, English has become the default language of Europe's most powerful boardrooms. The question is no longer how it got there—but who it's leaving behind.

LOCKED OUT OF LEARNING: 600 Children Without Primary School Places on the Orihuela Costa

Three primary schools designed for approximately 1,260 pupils are already accommodating about 1,730, with further applications still awaiting placement. Schools in Orihuela Costa are facing severe overcrowding, with an estimated shortage of around 600 primary and infant school places. The coastal area’s three public schools currently accommodate approximately 1,730 pupils, despite having a combined official [] The post LOCKED OUT OF LEARNING: 600 Children Without Primary School Places on the Orihuela Costa appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

Five heritage-rich destinations that changed our writers

From the birthplace of the Romantic poets to the pulsing drumbeats of Brazil, these are the definitive, soul-stirring cultural trips of a lifetime.

Spain allows undocumented migrants to apply for residency permits | DW News

An estimated one million undocumented migrants in Spain have taken advantage of a chance to legalize their residency status offered by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's progressive government. Spain's pragmatic approach stands in stark contrast to the populist backlash against immigration seen in many countries in Europe and around the world. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #spain #migration #dwnews