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Photo by Carlos de Toro (CC BY-SA 4.0).
There’s a Gay Wage Gap—and It’s Linked to Discrimination
The wage gaps that exist between men and women and between white and black people have received a lot of attention in recent years. But there’s another wage gap that tends to be overlooked—between heterosexuals and LGBT+ people. Read more
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Are You Ready for Bikini Season?
If you’re carrying around a few extra COVID kilos and you want to get into shape, you may be asking yourself what the best approach is. Dr. Noemi Gonzalez of Turó Park Dental and Medical Center has some suggestions for getting your body beach-ready. Read more
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Family Meals Are Good for the Grown-Ups Too, Not Just the Kids
Most parents already know that family mealtimes are great for the bodies, the brains and the mental health of children. But what may come as unexpected news to beleaguered parents is that these same shared meals are also good for adults. Read more
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Image courtesy of The British School of Barcelona.
Prepared For the Future: The Challenge of Educating for an Ever-Changing World
The British School of Barcelona inspires young generations to be global citizens in a multicultural environment with an education that allows them to live and work anywhere in the world Read more
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Renovate Your Home in Record Time, 5 Tips
Renovating a house in Spain is often a complex project that many people avoid. Discover five tips to renovating a property in record time without going over budget or delaying your move-in date. Read more
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Platja San Sebastian, Sitges. Photo by Victor (CC BY NC ND 2).
Sitges: A Place to Call Home
There’s a reason why so many people choose to leave the bustle of Barcelona for the small town charm of Sitges. In fact, there are several… Read more
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According a new study, being inactive puts you at a greater risk from COVID-19 than any other risk factor except age and having had an organ transplant. If this is right, it’s a big deal.
COVID-19: Does Exercising Really Reduce the Risk?
According a new study, being inactive puts you at a greater risk from COVID-19 than any other risk factor except age and having had an organ transplant. If this is right, it’s a big deal. Read more
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Is Moving to Barcelona a Good Idea?
Yes! Moving to Barcelona is the best decision you will ever make. However, due to the travel restrictions brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, moving to Barcelona has indeed become much more of a challenge than in the past. Read more
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There’s a very low barrier to entry, meaning almost everyone, regardless of age or ability, can start walking regularly as a form of exercise. Photo by Vicente Zambrano González courtesy of Ajuntament de Barcelona (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)
Walking Workouts Are Great for Heart, Bone and Muscle Health—and Almost Everyone Can Do It
Walking has clear benefits on keeping our bodies functioning as we get older, improving cardiovascular health, helping lose fat mass and maintain muscle mass, and helping to maintain bone density as well. Read more
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What You Need to Know About Bringing Your Pet to Spain
If you and your two-legged family members plan to travel or move to Spain with your four-legged kids in tow, it’s important to know the rules for entering the country, as well as the national, regional, and municipal animal regulations. Read more
