Precariously built homes were swept away as water swept down from above as an entire section of a hill collapsed. Also in this edition: In Kenya, President William Ruto called for a ceasefire and said Kenya would stand with Israel. And finally: Kenya’s largest freshwater lakes has seen a huge rise in it water levels and crocodiles because of climate change.
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It’s one of the great origin stories in contemporary art, a flash of instinct that would revolutionize a field. In 1998, El Anatsui was walking around Nsukka, Nigeria, and noticed a bag of aluminum bottle caps by the roadside.Anatsui, then a professor at the University of Nigeria who was drawn to daily-life materials in his own art practice, took the bag to his studio. He began to play with the caps: folding them, slicing them in rounds and opening their cylindrical sides.Working with assistants, he found a method. He punctured the metal bits in several places and linked them with…
Have you ever wondered how many languages you can learn throughout your entire life? Multilingualism is a real thing! You’ll be amazed at the capacity of the human brain to memorize languages and how fluent a person can be in two, four, or even more than five languages. In this article, we will explore multilingualism, its challenges, misconceptions, and its benefits. Let’s get started! Join 559 million people on the planet who speak Spanish!Sign up for your free trial Spanish class today. What Does It Mean to Be Multilingual in Today’s World? According to the European Commission, multilingualism is “the…
Skate & Scare Halloween Party 2023 Get ready to get spooky this Halloween at the IceArena in Thebarton. Grab your friends, put on your creepy costumes, and join all the other bodies on ice this Halloween. Expect to hear loud music to scare away the evil spirits, see ghoulishly good lights and visuals and try to win the best costume prize – a Public Skate Gold Pass. The second place runner up will receive a Public Skate Silver Pass. Standard Entry Prices apply at the door – receive complimentary skate hire when you book online. TICKETS: Adult – $29.50 Student/Concession…
It is a well known fact amongst fashionistas that accessories can make or break an outfit. These small yet crucial details are especially important during the colder months of the year, as they can not only elevate your look, but can also be practical and protect you from the bag weather. In case you want to rethink your wardrobe this fall, here are some of the accessories that will help you rock any outfit! ScarfA scarf is a timeless accessory that can be used to add texture, color, and warmth to any outfit. Depending on what look you’re going for, there…
By Melissa Stoller Pumpkins are everywhere! From pumpkin picking to pumpkin-spiced lattes and spooky pumpkin carvings, it is the season to enjoy this tasty treat. And there are many other ideas and activities also associated with October. Here are a few seasonal prompts to help you make the most of your writing time this fall: Canva.com1. Think about your childhood and remember times where pumpkins featured prominently. Do you recall pumpkin picking? Or maybe you planned pumpkin-related adventures with family or friends. Choose one moment and write a few lines about the feelings associated with that experience. 2. What other fall treats do you…
Home » Spanish Grammar » Parts of Speech » Pronominal Verbs in Spanish: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet to Mastering Them Once and for All The Instituto de Verbología Hispánica (Hispanic Verbology Institute) has a whopping 100,700 different Spanish verbs in its online database. That’s a lot of verbs! On the other hand, the Diccionario de la Real Academia Española (Royal Spanish Academy’s Dictionary) only has around 1,000 purely pronominal verbs. The difference between the two figures is mind-blowing, but the good news is that you don’t have to spend centuries learning pronominal verbs. So what is a Spanish pronominal verb,…
Enter The World of LUZIA, A Waking Dream of Mexico. Cirque du Soleil returns to Australia with a new critically acclaimed BIG TOP production in 2024. Join Cirque du Soleil as they take you on a journey into the colourful and fantastical world of LUZIA, set in a make-believe Mexico, where you will be treated to stunning visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances. LUZIA deftly guides you through the locations, people, and sounds of both classical and contemporary Mexico, taking you from urban locations like an old movie set and a smoke-filled dance hall to the beach and barren desert.…
Our Tips For You1. The right evening foodFirst and foremost, probably the most important tip for falling asleep: According to experts, you should not eat for at least four hours before going to bed. If your stomach is still working, you have less chance of falling asleep. In addition, your dinner should be light and not too rich.It is also important to be sparing with stimulating drinks. Therefore, do not drink coffee or black tea in the evening – fruit or herbal teas are a good alternative. Lemon balm tea, for example, is a good choice.If possible, avoid alcohol and…
Home » Spanish Learning Resources » Video » 10 Best Roku Spanish Channels that Are Entertaining Language Learning Gems People are ditching cable at rapid rates while streaming TV services become more and more popular. You might already have a streaming device like a Roku or are thinking about getting one. You probably already have your reasons—whether you love a good Netflix binge or you just hate channel surfing. Your Roku is a key to a whole world of Spanish media and language lessons. You can get them straight to your TV, on your schedule. We’ll show you how, with…