The Pasty, as it was immediately and affectionately named for obvious reasons, was a true privilege to find,” Andrew Pegg, ...

Ancient historians recorded legends about the invention of the first coins, and archaeologists have found some surprising ...

Some offer a few Spanish words and phrases mixed in with English. Others have a translation of the whole text. Many mirror typical kid experiences, from visiting a supermarket or sharing a family meal ...

Tipping in Spain: the truth behind the tray. The 2025 Essential guide to Spanish tipping culture for holidaymakers and ex-pats living abroad. A close-up of a silver-coloured tray with a Euro tip.

The term “lore” has, well, a whole lot of lore. Now essential online slang, the word can be traced back to Old English, where it referred primarily to learning, as in the act of teaching or ...

Collecting old coins is an exciting hobby that helps you learn more about your country's history, with the added benefit of collecting items that increase in value. Knowing how and where to sell old ...

The audience was treated to a surprising, often hilarious retelling and examination of the Old English epic poem Beowulf on a stage painted like an island surrounded by blue waters and sheets covering ...

Offa introduced a new coinage in the form of the silver penny, which for centuries was to be the basis of the English currency. Alfred introduced further changes by authorising mints in the burhs he ...

Courtesy: Alejandro Navarro. With the historic Lobero Theatre as a backdrop, 2025 Fiesta El Presidente Fritz Olenberger announced this year’s Old Spanish Days theme “Capture the Spirit”. “As the ...

Credit: Rebecca Caraway / Noozhawk photo Honoring his passion for photography, Old Spanish Days El Presidente Fritz Olenberger chose “Capture the Spirit” as this year’s Fiesta theme.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – We're only a few months away from the 101st Old Spanish Days celebration, and Fiesta Leadership is preparing for Santa Barbara's biggest event. Outside the Lobero Theatre ...