Moscow, Mar 17 (EFE).- A decade ago, Russia completed the annexation of Crimea, a move that, though bloodless, ignited the ongoing Ukraine war, fulfilling the Kremlin’s long-held ambitions for revenge. Crimea was back in Russia on March 18, 2014, when President Vladimir Putin signed a treaty at the Kremlin, formally annexing the peninsula and the … Read more
Kabul, Mar 16 (EFE).- Taliban authorities on Saturday Taliban welcomed the renewal of the mandate of the UN mission in Afghanistan, hoping it would facilitate the connections between the isolated government and the international community. “The extension of the UN agency is better for Afghanistan because Afghanistan needs to foster ties with various countries and … Read more
Seoul, Mar 16 (EFE).- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, accompanied by his daughter, supervised war games by the country’s paratroopers, state media reported on Saturday. Emphasizing the need for the military to remain in a state of readiness, Kim stressed the primary duty of the army “to make full preparations for war,” the Korean Central … Read more
Seoul, Mar 15 (EFE).- Singer V, member of South Korean K-pop band BTS, released his new single “FRI(END)S” on Friday, marking his first solo project since releasing his first studio album “Layover” in September last year. The song is in English and narrates a confession of love between friends, according to the group’s management agency, … Read more
By Javier Picazo Feliu Madrid, Mar 14 (EFE).- Music festivals are a huge attraction for international tourism in Spain, with more than 5 million foreign visitors coming to the country in 2023 to attend nearly 1,000 festivals and cultural events. “Live music, attending festivals and concerts, is all about emotions and experiences. Spain is a … Read more
Madrid/New York, Mar 13 (EFE).- Bitcoin, the most widely used cryptocurrency, hit a new record of around $73,700 on Wednesday, driven by the upcoming bitcoin halving expected in April and the entry of large fund managers into the market. According to data from Coin Metrics provided by CNBC, the cryptocurrency reached $73,679 at 08:46 pm … Read more
Sports Desk, Mar 13 (EFE).- Goalkeeper David Raya turned out to be the hero as Arsenal defeated Porto 4-2 in a tiebreaker to reach the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals for the first time in 14 years on Tuesday. Leandro Trossard scored the only goal in regulation to hand Arsenal a 1-0 win, invalidating Porto’s first-leg … Read more
By Anas Baba Rafah, Gaza, Mar 12 (EFE).- As Ramadan unfolds in Gaza, the air is heavy with memories of past celebrations during the Muslim months of fasting, now shattered by the conflict. In makeshift camps and amid the ruins of neighborhoods, the Gazans grapple with a somber reality devoid of tradition and festivity. The … Read more
Sports Desk, Mar 12 (EFE).- Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates beat Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr in a tiebreaker in the second leg of the Asian Champions League quarterfinals on Monday, thus eliminating Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo from this competition. Al Nassr came from 0-2 down to win the game 4-3 to erase the … Read more
Miami, US, Mar 11 (EFE).- Inter Miami suffered a 2-3 defeat against Montreal in Major League Soccer on Sunday, playing without talismanic Lionel Messi and starting with Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets on the bench. Miami coach Gerardo Martino made several changes to the starting lineup with his mind set on Wednesday’s decisive match for … Read more
By Guillermo Azábal Los Angeles, US, Mar 10 (EFE).- Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer swept the 96th edition of the Academy Awards, winning seven statuettes including for best picture and best director. In a largely flat ceremony, the highlight of the night was the performance of Ryan Gosling, again in the shoes – and hot pink suit … Read more
By Javier Castro Bugarín Taipei, Mar 8 (EFE).- Filmmaker S. Leo Chiang has always been intrigued by the Kinmen archipelago, Taiwan’s first line of defense and the closest territory to China governed by the self-ruled island. His short documentary, “Island in Between,” delves into the complexities of identity, both personal and geopolitical, through the lens … Read more
