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Home » Spanish Vocabulary » All Aboard! Essential Train Vocabulary in Spanish for Navigating the Rails in Spain Whether I’m rolling along the Costa Brava on a small cercanías (local suburban train), or hurtling between Barcelona and Madrid on an AVE (high-speed train), I can’t get enough of train travel! It’s much more comfortable than an airplane, and for Spanish learners there’s another bonus—something about being on the rails makes people more talkative, and so this is a great way to practice your language skills. Read on to learn some essential train vocabulary in Spanish to prepare for your next…

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Create a Christmas memory and book your photo with Santa at Westfield Marion. Westfiled Marion offer Santa photography sessions for families and pets, plus they provide Sensitive Santa and Auslan Santa photography sessions.  There are a a variety of photo packages to choose from and a small booking fee applies.  All children who visit Santa will also receive a gift to take home. All Santa photo sessions require an online booking. Auslan Santa This year Westfield Marion are proud to continue Auslan Santa, a program offering children who use Auslan as their primary form of communication, the chance to share…

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Fair Isle Turtleneck JumperLooking for a little ski chalet chic? If so, we have found the perfect jumper for you. This Nordic-inspired, Fair Isle sweater is apparently a bestseller and we can see why. Combining the timeless ski jumper pattern with a supersoft turtleneck and ribbed hem and cuffs. This is the best style to finish on. Giving some cosy warmth along with fashion inspiration even on the coldest days.There is no best time to wear this as it will suit your dress down days in the office or when out and about seeing the winter lights. Even at home with…

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Issued on: 02/11/2023 – 23:35 It has been exactly one year since the Pretoria Peace Accords were signed, putting an end to two years of civil war in Tigray, one of the deadliest conflicts of the last 30 years. Yet more than a million displaced people have still not been able to return home and over 40 percent of the population is still suffering from a lack of food. We review the situation with FRANCE 24’s Clothilde Hazard in Addis Ababa. Over in Uganda, the NGO Human Rights Watch is sounding the alarm over a crackdown on those opposed to the mega oil project…

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Pregnancy is an incredible journey filled with joy, anticipation, and a fair share of challenges. One aspect that often comes as a surprise to expectant mothers is the financial cost associated with prenatal healthcare. From routine check-ups and tests to unexpected complications, the expenses can add up quickly, causing stress and anxiety during a time that should be filled with excitement and happiness. This article explores the various costs associated with prenatal care and provide practical advice on how to navigate these expenses, ensuring a healthy pregnancy without breaking the bank.Understanding Prenatal Healthcare CostsPrenatal care is crucial for the health and…

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Home » Spanish Vocabulary » 143 Useful Spanish Medical Terms for Travelers and Medical Professionals Alike (With Audio) Learning Spanish medical terms is a prescription for success. Yes, that applies to you, even if you’re not a doctor. Medical Spanish is useful for medical professionals, travelers, everyday folks and anyone who wants to be equipped to help people out in an emergency. In this post, you’ll find 143 Spanish medical terms, covering everything from key vocabulary for giving medical information and describing symptoms to talking about common medical conditions. Contents Download: This blog post is available as a convenient and portable…

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As fierce fighting in Darfur once again pushes thousands of Sudanese to flee their homes, more must be done to alleviate the suffering of the millions already displaced, a UN official tells AFP. Issued on: 03/11/2023 – 05:59 2 min “Six months and six million people forced to move, that’s an average of one million per month, it’s horrible suffering,” said Mamadou Dian Balde, the top regional official for the UN’s refugee agency (UNHCR).The war between troops loyal to Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of General Mohamed Hamdane Daglo has left more than…

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Issued on: 03/11/2023 – 22:35 Security forces and armed groups are committing war crimes against civilians in Burkina Faso, according to the NGO Amnesty International. Its report: “Death was slowly creeping on us: Living under siege in Burkina Faso” focuses on crimes against civilians in many parts of the country. Burkina Faso has undergone two military coups, the most recent in September 2022. Meanwhile in DR Congo, inflation has become an electoral issue. The US dollar is used in major transactions in the capital Kinshasa, and is also the currency of choice for groceries, eating out at restaurants and more.…

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HEADSPACE | Only in Cinemas 9 November 2023 This is an alien invasion film like no other – the aliens are miniature but still want to take over the world. A freak accident causes the Space Protection Force (SPF) and their microscopic spaceship to end up inside 16-year-old Norman’s brain. They can see what he sees and hear what he hears. These crime fighting aliens must enlist Norman’s help to save Earth from Zolthard, an intergalactic villain who has managed to assume mind-control of the school principal, Ms. Witherington. Norman, his friends, and the aliens must go to great lengths…

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Gunmen stormed the main prison in Guinea’s capital early Saturday and freed former dictator Moussa “Dadis” Camara, the country’s justice minister said, announcing the closure of the West African nation’s borders. Issued on: 04/11/2023 – 11:20 1 min The announcement by Justice Minister Charles Alphonse Wright came several hours after heavy gunfire erupted in the Kaloum district of the capital, Conakry.Among the others who escaped were Claude Pivi and Blaise Goumou, Wright said.“We will find them. And those responsible will be held accountable,” Wright told local Radio Fim FM.Camara, who came to power in a 2008 coup d’etat, had been…

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