Celebrating Costa Rica Independence Day: Why the Lantern Parade?

When I was growing up, faroles – the handmade lanterns meant to symbolize the 19th-century journey that brought the message of Central American independence to Costa Rica – were simple constructions, made of paper – like a red, white and black accordion with a candle inside. We typically made them in school during preparations for the […]

Iskander missile system makes its first appearance in Algeria

bulgarianmilitary.com - 29/Oct 17:28

Algeria recently showcased the Iskander system during preparations for an upcoming military parade marking the anniversary of the Algerian War of...

‘Lanterns’: Upcoming HBO-DCU Series Adds Garret Dillahunt!!

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Those Lanterns keep shining brighter with every day that passes. The big budget and high concept HBO series based on the DC comic The Green Lantern...

The English city break with street art tours, 19th century hotels and ‘top-notch’ cuisine

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What is ‘Taiwan independence’ and is Taiwan already independent?

cde.news - 03/Nov 09:00

Questions and answers about what is meant by the term "Taiwan independence"

BARBUDANS BASK IN 43RD ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE

abstvradio.com - 02/Nov 02:33

Residents on Barbuda participated in the Independence Day flag-raising ceremony and parade Friday morning, as they celebrated the 43rd anniversary of...

Costa Rica, a Country Suitable For Wellness Tourism

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Trump Floats Eliminating Income Tax, Returning to 19th Century Tariff System

thedeepdive.ca - 25/Oct 16:20

Former President Donald Trump discussed the possibility of eliminating federal income taxes during a Fox News appearance in the Bronx, The post Trump...

Ex-top Trump White House official calls for ‘male only’ voting

rawstory.com - 29/Oct 20:20

John McEntee, who served as the Director of the Trump White House Presidential Personnel Office, in a 2023 video said the U.S. should have “male...

Costa Rica Halloween Story: The Cart Without Oxen

ticotimes.net - 28/Oct 21:30

Like all cultures, Costa Rica’s has its share of legends. These tales are meant to be scary to keep people in line. Who’s going to venture out for...

Historic items stolen from National Trust house in Somerset

news.stv.tv - 01/Nov 19:21

The items taken from the Elizabethan house date back to the early 19th century, including a pewter tankard from 1850.

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