The sheep grazing 300 meters from France

In Puigcerdà, located near the French border in northern Spain, sheep grazing is a common sight, reflecting the region's strong agricultural tradition. The area hosts two major animal fairs, the Fira de primavera in April and the Fira del cavall in November, where livestock is showcased and traded. A unique group of shepherds in Puigcerdà raises Suffolk sheep, a rare breed in Spain, while the more common white sheep are frequently seen in the region.

ERC and PSOE decide not to convene the dialogue table of the Catalan and Spanish governments due to the Catalan Parliament elections on May 12

ERC and PSOE have decided not to convene the dialogue table between the Catalan and Spanish governments due to the upcoming Catalan Parliament elections on May 12. Jaume Collboni will face a confidence vote after the city council rejected the budget. Carles Puigdemont will run for the presidency of the Generalitat in the May 12 elections and has decided not to run for the European elections. A court is investigating Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner for a €350,000 tax fraud. Meanwhile, Russia and China have vetoed a US-proposed ceasefire in Gaza at the UN. The program features interviews with political activist and writer Xavi Milian and political scientist Albert Portillo, who will present the book 'Les forces de la revolució', a reissue of unpublished writings by Joaquim Maurín. Authors Gabi Martínez and George Saunders discuss their books 'Delta' and 'El dia de l'alliberament', respectively. Panelists for the day include Manuel Manonelles, Marina Llansana, Eva Comas, and Josep Lluís Martí.

ERC and PSOE decide not to convene the dialogue table due to Catalan elections, Puigdemont to run for presidency, and other updates

ERC and PSOE have postponed the dialogue table between the Catalan and Spanish governments due to the upcoming Catalan Parliament elections on May 12. Jaume Collboni faces a confidence vote after the city council rejected the budget. Carles Puigdemont will run for the presidency of the Generalitat in the May 12 elections and has withdrawn from the European elections. A court is investigating Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner for a €350,000 tax fraud. Russia and China have vetoed a US-proposed ceasefire in Gaza at the UN. The program features interviews with political activist and writer Xavi Milian and political scientist Albert Portillo, who discuss the book 'Les forces de la revolució', a reissue of unpublished writings by Joaquim Maurín. Authors Gabi Martínez and George Saunders discuss their books 'Delta' and 'El dia de l'alliberament', respectively. Panelists for the day include Manuel Manonelles, Marina Llansana, Eva Comas, and Josep Lluís Martí.

When Catalan Arrived on Television

On October 27, 1964, Televisió Espanyola aired its first Catalan-language program, marking the beginning of regular Catalan programming. By the 1970s, Catalan gained prominence in various TVE programs. The 1980s saw the emergence of RTVCardedeu, the first local television station in Catalonia, and the establishment of TV3 by the Generalitat, which normalized Catalan on television. The Corporació Catalana de Ràdio i Televisió was created to promote Catalan language and culture through exclusive programming.

Shillong, a Salesian work: it is the only state capital in India with a Catholic majority

Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, India, is a unique city with a majority of the Khasi ethnic group, which is predominantly Catholic due to evangelization by Salesians in the mid-19th century. The city is home to the North-Eastern Hill University, the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, and the Don Bosco Center museum. It is also notable for its diverse cultural heritage, with a young population and various Catholic churches. Pope John Paul II held a Mass at Golflinks park during his 1986 India tour, and the parish of San Juan Bosco, led by Father Jose Varickasseril, is particularly popular among the youth.

Yoga becomes a matter of state in India on its tenth International Day

Thousands of citizens celebrated the International Day of Yoga in India, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading a session in Kashmir. The event, supported by the Indian government, saw participation from various ministers and military personnel. Modi emphasized the global growth of yoga and its significance. The practice, rooted in ancient Hindu scriptures, gained popularity in the early 2000s through the efforts of Baba Ramdev, who is currently facing legal issues. The Ministry of AYUSH reported record participation in Chandigarh, highlighting the event's success.