The educational journey at Holy Cross begins with Montserrat a dynamic introduction to the liberal arts that blurs the boundaries between classrooms residence halls and cocurricular activities exploring broad themes through a variety of disciplines reading common texts and sharing ideas in the classroom and beyond Learning happens and relationships form over meals in the residence halls and through performances It’s mind-boggling to think that all of this Our theme for this year is imagining being “for and with others.” Our cluster acknowledges that our Jesuit Mission challenges us to live lives in service of and in solidarity with others epistemic and historical challenges exist that might restrain our ability to enact this call to its fullest emotion and science we seek both positive models of cura personalis as well as interventions into the contemporary challenges to this mission such as: What systemic and cultural obstacles to this goal can different disciplines identify and address How can art help us understand the challenges of the past to build a community of the future How can the pursuit of more diverse and inclusive institutions support the Jesuit mission How can developing a scientific understanding of contemporary challenges — and probing the nature of science itself — help lead us to possible solutions How can cultural literacy help us see commonality as well as distinction what the contemporary challenges cluster aims to explore is what it looks like for communities of individuals to live lives for and with others The Core Human Questions cluster offers seminars that invite students to explore topics fundamental to human experience emphasizing humanities — and theory — based readings from a variety of periods traditions and genres. Though each course has a discrete focus community relationships and resource distribution and the realms of public versus private all work toward understanding how texts are embedded in the cultures from which they emerge — even as those texts pose enduring questions about the individual and shared search for meaning across history. Class discussions and assignments are designed to improve students’ oral and written communication skills and to provide encounters with ideas and issues that move students beyond their existing attitudes and positions. Common texts and activities within the cluster foster a wider community of intellectual inquiry and social interaction while understanding that each student brings a unique perspective to their seminar’s — and the cluster’s — collective endeavors The theme for the Divine Cluster in 2024-2025 is Encounter We offer “encounter” as a framework for considering the depth of meanings in concepts like "divine," "transcendent" and "spiritual." A focus on “encountering” calls us to the understanding that we are not merely autonomous individuals but instead exist in solidarity and interdependence with the world around us How can experiencing certain aspects of the mind culture and societies be vehicles for approaching the divine How do we encounter and act in solidarity with each other and the vulnerable members of our society The seminars and cocurricular cluster events will call you to encounter ideas and people (in many cases through Community-Based Learning) that open up a deeper exploration of what is divine Globalization is a term with which we are all familiar though its definition is constantly evolving in order to designate a complex the Global Society Cluster explores the changing meanings of globalization from multiple perspectives What does globalization mean for individuals in a given time or place for instance in Worcester today? How do individual experiences intersect with much broader forces through various approaches across disciplines we will examine how individuals have navigated cultural differences and how communities around the globe experience personal political and social change. Whose voices and stories often prevail? Whose have often been buried In what ways do we find the past in the present Our seminars will incorporate works by artists and scholars from a range of geographical regions throughout and beyond the United States. Cluster cocurricular activities will encourage building community and new perspectives through dialogue and active listening as we reflect on our shared responsibilities as global citizens Students in the cluster will also have opportunities to explore local cultural institutions and organizations in and around Worcester as we consider the city’s global reach Our world is one of fast-paced human and environmental change structures and systems that have indelibly shaped our landscapes and waterscapes This cluster explores the diverse ways that humans have interacted with their surroundings as well as the relationships and beliefs that have been developed around nature and the environment values and behaviors as we engage with the natural world How can these efforts help foster our understanding and inspire us to act our seminars will explore these questions and reflect on how we can grow as active participants in the natural world tell and see are crucial to our constructions of self and others The theme of the Self Cluster this year will be “Self and Other in Conversation.” Each of us experiences the world as a being who is embodied this “self,” must make choices about how to live both individually and collectively — including challenges that are political happiness and a good life do we draw upon when making such choices How does the self find meaning and purpose as it navigates interwoven and often conflicting sources and modes of identity and expression In what ways do rapidly evolving technologies enable complicate or undermine these processes of self-formation and authentic connection across multiple physical and imagined landscapes of community chose the Spanish mountain of Montserrat as the place to lay down his soldier's weapons and begin a new life devoted to study Ignatius climbed the mountain it is named for the Montserrat program gives you the chance to climb your own mountain in a journey of academic exploration and self-discovery The competition is open to all current Montserrat students Submissions are limited to one paper per student and may include critical essays Your entry may be a revision of your seminar paper and should be at least 500 words The submission deadline is in March every year We are thankful to an anonymous donor for the funds to support the prize Montserrat gives every entering student a “jumpstart” on exploring intellectual life at Holy Cross interdisciplinary seminars at the start of their college careers students have the chance to interact closely with faculty staff and other students to create mentoring relationships that will grow stronger over their four years here In addition to better integrating academic and social life Montserrat provides intensive development in critical thinking and communication skills and ensures that students are engaging with serious intellectual and moral questions early in their time at Holy Cross These skills and intellectual experiences will enhance every student’s chosen course of study no matter what their major or career goals You will begin by reviewing Montserrat clusters and seminars Please identify several seminars that sound the most interesting to you regardless of your academic or career plans Keep in mind that the clusters are interdisciplinary and attract students with different interests You will select six seminars that are interesting to you and indicate these preferences during registration Keep in mind that you are not ranking these seminars You will be enrolled in one of your six preferred seminars in early August Each Montserrat seminar extends over the entire year but there might be a different emphasis from semester to semester Some seminars are team taught by professors from different disciplines alternating semesters and providing contrasting perspectives on a topic for a seminar in Global Society on environmental sustainability the fall semester could be devoted to an exploration into energy conservation with a physics professor could focus on issues of ethics and stewardship Many other seminars are taught as a yearlong sequence by a single professor Your Montserrat seminars count as two of the 32 courses required to graduate from Holy Cross and fulfill one Common Area Requirement In instances where a course might fulfill two different Common Area Requirements the student will have the option of selecting which Common Requirement the seminar will fulfill (it cannot fulfill both).  Please contact the Montserrat Program Director with any questions about the program The College of the Holy Cross does not discriminate unlawfully in admission to treatment in or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of a person's race gender identity or any other legally protected status including in the administration of its educational policies and athletic and other school-administered programs Individuals who feel that they have been discriminated against based upon any of these categories may contact the Director of the Office of Title IX and Equal Opportunity Read the College's full Nondiscrimination Statement and Legal Policies A few years ago, Forbes pub­lished author Rober­ta Chin­sky Matuson’s sen­si­ble advice to busi­ness­peo­ple seek­ing to shoot up that gold­en lad­der. These law­ful tips espoused such famil­iar virtues as hard work and com­mu­ni­ty involve­ment were eas­i­ly adapt­able to the rabble—artists any­one in the ser­vice indus­try or non-prof­it sec­tor… It must pain her that so many bil­lion­aires have been behav­ing so bad­ly of late While there’s noth­ing inher­ent­ly wrong with aspir­ing to amass lots of mon­ey the next gen­er­a­tion of bil­lion­aires is play­ing fast and loose with their souls if their pri­ma­ry role mod­els are the ones dom­i­nat­ing today’s head­lines Wouldn’t it be grand if they looked instead to the Hobo Eth­i­cal Code, a seri­ous stan­dard of behav­ior estab­lished at the Hobo Nation­al Con­ven­tion of 1889 Giv­en the peri­patet­ic lifestyle of these migra­to­ry work­ers, it was up to the indi­vid­ual to hold him­self or her­self to this knight­ly stan­dard Hoboes prid­ed them­selves on their self-reliance and hon­esty as well as their com­pas­sion for their fel­low humans The envi­ron­ment and the most vul­ner­a­ble mem­bers of our soci­ety stand to ben­e­fit if tomorrow’s bil­lion­aires take it to heart Decide your own life; don’t let anoth­er per­son run or rule you always respect the local law and offi­cials Don’t take advan­tage of some­one who is in a vul­ner­a­ble sit­u­a­tion By doing so you not only help a busi­ness along but ensure employ­ment should you return to that town again make your own work by using your added tal­ents at crafts Do not allow your­self to become a stu­pid drunk and set a bad exam­ple for locals’ treat­ment of oth­er hobos anoth­er hobo will be com­ing along who will need them as bad­ly do not leave garbage where you are jungling cause no prob­lems with the oper­at­ing crew or host rail­road anoth­er hobo will be com­ing along who will need pas­sage through that yard Do not allow oth­er hobos to molest chil­dren; expose all moles­ters to authorities…they are the worst garbage to infest any soci­ety Help your fel­low hobos when­ev­er and wher­ev­er need­ed Note: An ear­li­er ver­sion of this post appeared on our site in 2016 The Hobo Code: An Intro­duc­tion to the Hiero­glyph­ic Lan­guage of Ear­ly 1900s Train-Hop­pers Rules for Teach­ers in 1872 & 1915: No Drink­ing, Smok­ing, or Trips to Bar­ber Shops and Ice Cream Par­lors How to Live a Good Life? Watch Phi­los­o­phy Ani­ma­tions Nar­rat­ed by Stephen Fry on Aris­to­tle, Ayn Rand, Max Weber & More The Pow­er of Empa­thy: A Quick Ani­mat­ed Les­son That Can Make You a Bet­ter Per­son Ayun Hal­l­i­day is an author, illus­tra­tor, the­ater mak­er and Chief Pri­ma­tol­o­gist of the East Vil­lage Inky zine.  Her play Zam­boni Godot is open­ing in New York City in March 2017. Fol­low her @AyunHalliday by | Permalink | Make a Comment ( None ) | can you real­ly claim to have seen Girl with a Pearl Ear­ring at all At that 108-gigapix­el res­o­lu­tion, notes Jason Kot­tke, “each pix­el is 1.3 microns in size — 1000 microns is 1 mil­lime­ter.” You can learn more about the tech­nol­o­gy behind the project in this mak­ing-of video pro­duced by Hirox Europe the local branch of the Japan­ese dig­i­tal micro­scope com­pa­ny respon­si­ble for both the ten bil­lion-pix­el scan and this 108 bil­lion-pix­el one which neces­si­tat­ed 88 hours of non-stop scan­ning this rel­a­tive­ly small can­vas of 15 inch­es by 17.5 inch­es a process that result­ed in 41,000 3D images 3D images: though Girl with a Pearl Ear­ring known as “the Mona Lisa of the North,” may be known far and wide in flat rep­re­sen­ta­tions on pages Ver­meer achieved his ultra-real­is­tic effects not just by putting the right col­ors in the right places, but apply­ing them at the right thick­ness­es and with the right tex­tures — all of which have been repli­cat­ed in a “mega-sized” phys­i­cal 3D print, 100 times larg­er than the orig­i­nal work, com­mis­sioned by the Mau­rit­shuis for its Who’s that Girl? exhi­bi­tion via Kot­tke Why is Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Ear­ring Con­sid­ered a Mas­ter­piece?: An Ani­mat­ed Intro­duc­tion A Guid­ed Tour Through All of Vermeer’s Famous Paint­ings, Nar­rat­ed by Stephen Fry Mas­ter of Light: A Close Look at the Paint­ings of Johannes Ver­meer Nar­rat­ed by Meryl Streep What Makes Vermeer’s The Milk­maid a Mas­ter­piece?: A Video Intro­duc­tion Down­load All 36 of Jan Vermeer’s Beau­ti­ful­ly Rare Paint­ings (Most in Bril­liant High Res­o­lu­tion) The Largest & Most Detailed Pho­to­graph of Rembrandt’s The Night Watch Is Now Online: Zoom In & See Every Brush Stroke When inven­tor Édouard-Léon Scott de Mar­t­inville sang a nurs­ery rhyme into his phonoau­to­gram in 1860 he had no plans to ever play back this record­ing the phonoau­to­gram took inputs for the study of sound waves but could not be turned into an out­put device we can hear the voice of Scott in what is now con­sid­ered the first ever record­ing of human sound What you will hear in the above video are the var­i­ous stages of recon­struct­ing and reverse engi­neer­ing the voice that sang on that April day in 1860 like wip­ing away decades of dirt and soot Scott had looked to the inven­tion of pho­tog­ra­phy and won­dered if some­thing sim­i­lar could be done with sound waves focused as he was on improv­ing stenog­ra­phy And so the phonoau­to­gram took in sound vibra­tions through a diaphragm which moved a sty­lus against a rotat­ing cylin­der cov­ered in lamp­black What was left was a wig­gly line in a con­cen­tric cir­cle Scott’s inven­tion nev­er turned a prof­it and he went back to book­selling The inven­tion and some of the paper cylin­ders went into muse­ums In 2008, Amer­i­can audio his­to­ri­ans dis­cov­ered the scrib­bles and turned to the Lawrence Berke­ley Nation­al Lab­o­ra­to­ry and a soft­ware called IRENE The soft­ware was designed to extract sounds from wax cylin­ders with­out touch­ing the del­i­cate sur­faces and the first pass revealed what they thought at first was a young woman or child singing “Au Clair de la lune,” the French nurs­ery rhyme (not the Debussy piano work) a fur­ther exam­i­na­tion of Scott’s notes revealed that the record­ing was at a much slow­er speed and it was a man—most prob­a­bly Scott—singing the lul­la­by The video shows the stages that brought Scott back to life: Denois­ing a lot of extra­ne­ous sound; stretch­ing the record­ing back to nat­ur­al time; “tun­ing and quantizing”–correcting for imper­fec­tions in the human-turned cylin­der; clean­ing up har­mon­ics; and final­ly adding fur­ther har­mon­ics The result is less an unrec­og­niz­able ghost sig­nal and more a touch­ing sound of human­i­ty desir­ing some­how to have their voice live on Note: An ear­li­er ver­sion of this post appeared on our site in 2019 The Old­est Voic­es That We Can Still Hear: Hear Audio Record­ings of Ghost­ly Voic­es from the 1800s Down­load 10,000 of the First Record­ings of Music Ever Made, Cour­tesy of the Uni­ver­si­ty of Cal­i­for­nia-San­ta Bar­bara  Opti­cal Scan­ning Tech­nol­o­gy Lets Researchers Recov­er Lost Indige­nous Lan­guages from Old Wax Cylin­der Record­ings Hear Singers from the Met­ro­pol­i­tan Opera Record Their Voic­es on Tra­di­tion­al Wax Cylin­ders 400,000+ Sound Record­ings Made Before 1923 Have Entered the Pub­lic Domain Ted Mills is a free­lance writer on the arts. You can read his oth­er arts writ­ing at tedmills.com and/or watch his films here by | Permalink | Make a Comment ( None ) | Image via Here­ford Cathe­dral and Here­ford Map­pa Mun­di Trust every aspect of William Shake­speare’s life has pro­duced more spec­u­la­tion than any of us could digest in a life­time but also his even more scant­i­ly doc­u­ment­ed per­son­al life the known facts are these: on Novem­ber 27th 1582 a mar­riage license was issued in Worces­ter to the 18-year-old William Shake­speare and the approx­i­mate­ly 26-year-old Anne Hath­away Six months lat­er came the first of their three chil­dren while Anne — willed only her hus­band’s “sec­ond-best bed” — remained in his home­town of Strat­ford-upon-Avon the cou­ple could not only have remained in com­mu­ni­ca­tion but also lived togeth­er in the cap­i­tal for a time “Here­ford Cathe­dral Library holds a frag­men­tary sev­en­teenth-cen­tu­ry let­ter addressed to a ‘Mrs Shak­spaire,’ con­cern­ing her husband’s deal­ings with a father­less appren­tice,” writes Steggle in his research paper recent­ly pub­lished in the jour­nal Shake­speare “Of the Shake­spear­es record­ed in Lon­don William Shake­speare is the only viable can­di­date to fit with the letter’s details.” In Steggle’s analy­sis it “paints a pic­ture of William and Anne Shake­speare togeth­er in Lon­don It fur­ther sug­gests an Anne Shake­speare who is not absent from her husband’s Lon­don life but present and engaged in his finan­cial and social net­works.” The New York Times’ Ephrat Livni quotes Steggle as say­ing that “this let­ter offers a glimpse of the Shake­spear­es togeth­er in Lon­don both involved in social net­works and busi­ness mat­ters pre­sent­ing a unit­ed front against impor­tu­nate requests to help poor orphans.” This would “lend some heft to fem­i­nist read­ings of Shakespeare’s life,” as well as to the pop-cul­ture trend of “rethink­ing the mar­riage and Hathaway’s role in it.” Each era thus con­tin­ues to cre­ate the Shake­speare for whom it feels the need — and the Mrs Free Course: A Sur­vey of Shakespeare’s Plays Why Should We Read William Shake­speare? Four Ani­mat­ed Videos Make the Case Behold Shakespeare’s First Folio, the First Pub­lished Col­lec­tion of Shakespeare’s Plays, Pub­lished 400s Year Ago (1623) The Only Sur­viv­ing Script Writ­ten by Shake­speare Is Now Online Did Shake­speare Write Pulp Fic­tion? (No, But If He Did, It’d Sound Like This) Did Bach’s Wife Com­pose Some of “His” Mas­ter­pieces? A New Doc­u­men­tary Says Yes Above, Lars Schmitz a pro­fes­sor at Clare­mont McKen­na Col­lege, guides us “through a giant tree of life map­ping the evo­lu­tion of eyes in the ani­mal king­dom: how they work and the evo­lu­tion­ary advan­tages they’ve unlocked across species.” The video comes cour­tesy of Wired It’s 36 min­utes and down­right fas­ci­nat­ing If you would like to sign up for Open Culture’s free email newslet­ter, please find it here Ani­mals Laugh Too: UCLA Study Finds Laugh­ter in 65 Species, from Rats to Cows 16,000 Pages of Charles Darwin’s Writ­ing on Evo­lu­tion Now Dig­i­tized and Avail­able Online Carl Sagan Explains Evo­lu­tion in an 8‑Minute Ani­ma­tion Free Online Biol­o­gy Cours­es YouTube cel­e­brat­ed its twen­ti­eth anniver­sary prompt­ing younger users to won­der what life could have been like before it The fifti­eth anniver­sary of Mon­ty Python and the Holy Grail has inspired sim­i­lar reflec­tion among com­e­dy enthu­si­asts to imag­ine one­self back in a cul­ture not yet dis­rupt­ed by Mon­ty Python’s rig­or­ous­ly absurd log­ic and delib­er­ate break­ing of nar­ra­tive and social con­ven­tion — a cul­ture where that sort of thing could be feared too dan­ger­ous for tele­vi­sion and film It was their BBC sketch series Mon­ty Python’s Fly­ing Cir­cus that intro­duced this comedic sen­si­bil­i­ty first to Britain Between that show’s third and fourth sea­sons and Ter­ry Gilliam — took on the side project of cre­at­ing their own cin­e­mat­ic re-inter­pre­ta­tion of Arthuri­an leg­end With a mod­est bud­get fur­nished by Led Zep­pelin, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tul­l’s Ian Ander­son and oth­er investors con­nect­ed to the music world punc­tu­at­ed by inex­plic­a­ble anachro­nism and sat­u­rat­ed with an icon­o­clas­tic dis­re­gard for received wis­dom and trumped-up glo­ry whose place in the annals of com­e­dy leg­end has long since been assured Ter­ry Gilliam’s Lost Ani­ma­tions from Mon­ty Python and the Holy Grail Are Now Online Mon­ty Python’s Eric Idle Breaks Down His Most Icon­ic Char­ac­ters Mon­ty Python and the Holy Grail Cen­sor­ship Let­ter: We Want to Retain “Fart in Your Gen­er­al Direc­tion” Mon­ty Python and the Holy Grail Re-Imag­ined as an Epic, Main­stream Hol­ly­wood Film Mon­ty Python’s Best Phi­los­o­phy Sketch­es It’s hard to believe, but Mar­vin Gaye’s clas­sic 1967 record­ing of “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” was orig­i­nal­ly reject­ed by his record label Gaye’s ver­sion might have been for­got­ten had it not been includ­ed in his 1968 album, In the Groove “The DJs played it so much off the album,” Gordy said lat­er Gaye’s record­ing of the song became a crossover hit It rose not only to the top of the R&B charts but also spent sev­en weeks at the top of the Bill­board Pop Sin­gles chart It was Motown’s biggest-sell­ing sin­gle up to that time and the In the Groove album name was soon changed to I Heard It Through the Grapevine as did the back­ing vocal group The Andantes and the Detroit Sym­pho­ny Orches­tra Note: An ear­li­er ver­sion of this post appeared on our site in 2013 Revis­it­ing Mar­vin Gaye’s “What’s Goin’ On,” and the Album That Opened R&B to Resis­tance: Revis­it­ed 50 Years Lat­er Zoo Hires Mar­vin Gaye Imper­son­ator to Help Endan­gered Mon­keys “Get It On” Hear Grace Slick’s Hair-Rais­ing Vocals in the Iso­lat­ed Track for “White Rab­bit” (1967) Fred­die Mer­cury & David Bowie’s Iso­lat­ed Vocals for Queen’s “Under Pres­sure” (1981) While you almost cer­tain­ly know Simon & Gar­funkel, you may not know Dis­turbed, who’ve been steadi­ly pop­u­lar in the met­al world since the release of their debut album The Sick­ness in 2000. Lis­ten to that album’s big sin­gle “Down with the Sick­ness,” and you’re instant­ly trans­port­ed back to the turn of the mil­len­ni­um when the exag­ger­at­ed­ly rhyth­mic and aggres­sive sub­genre of “nu met­al” reigned supreme Enter­tain­ing though the sheer incon­gruity of a nu-met­al ver­sion of “The Sound of Silence” would be, that move­ment had long since flamed out by 2015, when Dis­turbed record­ed their cov­er of Simon & Gar­funkel’s sig­na­ture song. Instead, they take the haunt­ing aus­ter­i­ty of the orig­i­nal in a grand­ly mourn­ful direc­tion and the kind of cav­ernous sen­si­tiv­i­ty in which met­al acts occa­sion­al­ly indulge via Slate Watch Simon & Gar­funkel Sing “The Sound of Silence” 45 Years After Its Release, and Just Get Haunt­ing­ly Bet­ter with Time Paul Simon Tells the Sto­ry of How He Wrote “Bridge Over Trou­bled Water” (1970) Paul Simon Decon­structs “Mrs. Robin­son” (1970) Fred Armisen & Bill Hader’s Comedic Take on the His­to­ry of Simon and Gar­funkel Who Invent­ed Heavy Met­al Music?: A Search for Ori­gins Some­time dur­ing the 19th cen­tu­ry, the Saal­burg was redis­cov­ered and exca­vat­ed, then lat­er ful­ly recon­struct­ed. It’s now a UNESCO World Her­itage site and hous­es the Saal­burg Muse­um If you think the Ital­ians have mas­tered the craft of mak­ing shoes Accord­ing to the site Romans Across Europe the Romans “were the orig­i­na­tors of the entire-foot-encas­ing shoe.” The site con­tin­ues: There was a wide vari­ety of shoes and san­dals for men and women Most were con­struct­ed like mil­i­tary cali­gae with a one-piece upper nailed between lay­ers of the sole Many had large open-work areas made by cut­ting or punch­ing cir­cles Some very dain­ty women’s and children’s shoes still had thick nailed soles The image above, which puts all of the Romans’ shoe-mak­ing skill on dis­play, comes to us via Red­dit and imgur The Ancient Romans First Com­mit­ted the Sar­to­r­i­al Crime of Wear­ing Socks with San­dals, Archae­o­log­i­cal Evi­dence Sug­gests Archae­ol­o­gists Dis­cov­er an Ancient Roman San­dal with Nails Used for Tread How Wear­ing Ridicu­lous­ly Long Point­ed Shoes Became a Medieval Fash­ion Trend A Huge Scale Mod­el Show­ing Ancient Rome at Its Archi­tec­tur­al Peak (Built Between 1933 and 1937) Exquis­ite 2300-Year-Old Scythi­an Woman’s Boot Pre­served in the Frozen Ground of Siberia with char­ac­ter­is­tic straight­for­ward­ness “Every­body has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Back in the time of the Roman Repub­lic and the ear­ly Roman Empire all of Rome’s ene­mies must have had a plan until pila punched through their shields A kind of javelin with a wood­en shaft and a sharp iron shank the pilum came in both long and short lengths Short pila had the advan­tage of dis­tance but long pila had the advan­tage of pow­er as well as the con­ve­nient fea­ture — whether delib­er­ate­ly or acci­den­tal­ly imple­ment­ed at first — that their shanks would more read­i­ly bend after impact mak­ing them imprac­ti­cal to remove from the shields they’d pen­e­trat­ed With his shield thus made unwieldy by one or more pila, an advanc­ing com­bat­ant would thus be forced to dis­card it entire­ly — assum­ing he was still in the con­di­tion to do so. As you can see vivid­ly demon­strat­ed in the Smith­son­ian Chan­nel video above a pilum land­ing in the cen­ter of a shield could eas­i­ly skew­er any­one stand­ing behind it His­to­ry has it that Roman sol­diers were also trained to throw their pila where ene­my shields over­lapped pin­ning them togeth­er and thus ren­der­ing twice as much of their defense use­less pila could be gath­ered from the bat­tle­field for refur­bish­ment an exam­ple of qua­si-indus­tri­al pro­duc­tion under­gird­ed by Roman mil­i­tary might with an elo­quence very dif­fer­ent from Tyson’s — in the realm of sport Archae­ol­o­gists Dis­cov­er an Ancient Roman San­dal with Nails Used for Tread Ancient Greek Armor Gets Test­ed in an 11-Hour Bat­tle Sim­u­la­tion Inspired by the Ili­ad Watch Accu­rate Recre­ations of Medieval Ital­ian Longsword Fight­ing Tech­niques, All Based on a Man­u­script from 1404 A Close Look at Beowulf-Era Hel­mets & Swords, Cour­tesy of the British Muse­um How Many U.S. Marines Could Bring Down the Roman Empire? “Tom Jones and his show might’ve been seen as some­what ‘square’ by the rock­star stan­dards of CSNY,” writes Dan­ger­ous Minds,” but when the four­some agreed to appear in Sep­tem­ber of that year just weeks after the mas­sive fes­ti­val in upstate New York it turned into a mem­o­rable tele­vi­sion event with Jones tak­ing lead vocals on “Long Time Gone” and blow­ing the audi­ence and the band away “The man’s mighty lungs inspire the rest of them to keep up whose “face goes from one of disdain/’What am I doing here?’ to ‘This fuck­ing rocks’ about halfway through.” Even stranger than this com­bi­na­tion is the fact that Young agreed to do it at all He had become noto­ri­ous­ly averse to doing tele­vi­sion even turn­ing down The Tonight Show with John­ny Car­son and cit­ing his hatred of TV as a rea­son for leav­ing Buf­fa­lo Spring­field two years ear­li­er Though he may have been caught up in the moment as his long­time man­ag­er Eliot Roberts told biog­ra­ph­er Jim­my McDo­nough: “Neil went It’s that shit.’ He always used to say ‘that shit.’ Cros­by had this weed of doom… Neil nev­er for­gave me for that but in ret­ro­spect it was embar­rass­ing.” Young prob­a­bly shouldn’t have wor­ried it didn’t seem to hurt his cred­i­bil­i­ty as much as his bewil­der­ing (though crit­i­cal­ly re-appraised) 1982 New Wave record rein­vent­ing him­self in the 80s and 90s in good-humored self-par­o­dies then becom­ing a bona fide pop star once more He has yet to appear again with Neil Young Note: An ear­li­er ver­sion of this post appeared on our site in 2020 Janis Joplin & Tom Jones Bring the House Down in an Unlike­ly Duet of “Raise Your Hand” (1969) Tom Jones Cov­ers Talk­ing Heads “Burn­ing Down the House”–and Burns Down the House (1999) David Gilmour, David Cros­by & Gra­ham Nash Per­form the Pink Floyd Clas­sic, “Shine on You Crazy Dia­mond” (2006) Tom Jones & Chuck Berry Per­form Togeth­er, Singing “Roll Over Beethoven” & “Mem­phis” (1974) The Time Neil Young Met Charles Man­son, Liked His Music, and Tried to Score Him a Record Deal Josh Jones is a writer and musi­cian based in Durham, NC. Fol­low him at @jdmagness Open Culture scours the web for the best educational media We find the free courses and audio books you need the language lessons & educational videos you want Barça fans will be able to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the club’s founding on 14 June by joining the Culer Walk (Marxa Culer), The event also forms part of the celebrations marking the millennium of the Benedictine monastery who can now register online via the members' section of the club’s website The Marxa Culer will be held in two formats: a long route of 46.7 kilometres starting from the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper and a shorter route of 6.5 kilometres departing from Collbató Those opting for the longer route will set off at 10:00 pm on Friday 13 June passing through the towns of Sant Joan Despí Esparreguera and Collbató before reaching Montserrat The short walk will start from the Rambla de Collbató at 8:00 am on Saturday 14 June This is a non-competitive walk and will follow the participation guidelines of the Federació d’Entitats Excursionistes de Catalunya (FEEC) with whom FC Barcelona has signed a collaboration agreement The event has been made possible thanks to the voluntary work of FEEC-affiliated organisations and the advice of their experts The Marxa Culer was originally scheduled for 22 March but was postponed due to heavy rain that damaged the route Those who registered in March and wish to take part in the rescheduled walk on 14 June must register again There will be seven refreshment points along the long version of the Marxa Culer located in the municipalities of Molins de Rei and finally in the square of the Montserrat Monastery This is all thanks to the support and cooperation of the participating local councils and their respective municipal staff FC Barcelona wishes to express its gratitude to these councils and local hiking organisations for their enthusiastic collaboration and the facilities they have provided to help organise the event The minimum age for registration is 16 years for the long walk and 12 years for the short one Minors must be registered by a parent or guardian The registration fee for the long walk is €30 for Club members Registration includes a bib and timing chip and a commemorative welcome upon arrival at the Montserrat Monastery The club will offer a return coach service from Monistrol de Montserrat at a flat rate of €10 Departure times will be adapted to participants’ arrival at the monastery The cost of the rack railway descent from the monastery to Monistrol is not included FC Barcelona and the Abbey of Montserrat — two historic institutions deeply rooted in Catalonia — are jointly celebrating the club’s 125th anniversary and the Monastery’s millennium Their historic link was formalised on 16 December 2024 with the signing of a twinning agreement reaffirming their shared commitment to collaboration Long-time supporters will remember the Penya congresses at Montserrat in 1972 as well as the first team’s bike rides up to the monastery in 1985 and 1992 There was also a small chapel dedicated to the Virgin of Montserrat in the tunnel leading to the dressing rooms at the Spotify Camp Nou before the renovation works This chapel featured the same image of the Virgin that presided over the stadium’s opening ceremony in 1957 the chapel will be restored to its original location as part of the Espai Barça project FSU | Florida State University News Florida State University News The Official News Source of Florida State University Home / Student Stars / Montserrat Zeron FSU international student contributes to campus life through involvement in research and community service Name: Montserrat ZeronMajor: International AffairsGraduation: Spring 2025Hometown: Mexico City MexicoCollege: College of Social Sciences & Public Policy has made an impact on the Florida State University community through her dedication to research and community service Zeron has excelled academically and also embraced the vibrant campus life at FSU Her journey is a testament to the welcoming environment that FSU offers to its students by encouraging them to get involved and make a difference Zeron has received funding from the Social Science Scholars Program, the American Institute of Physics and an IDEA Grant to pursue her research on space diplomacy. She is a leader with TEDxFSU and a former member of FSU’s Community Ambassador Program and encourages other students to get involved in their community The opportunity to study abroad in London and Florence has been one of the greatest experiences in my life For the past two semesters, I have worked on my Honors in the Major research project on space diplomacy Under the direction of Associate Professor of History Ronald Doel I’ve analyzed the role of diplomacy in the development of multinational space missions through a case study on the James Webb Space Telescope Throughout the development of this project I’ve had the opportunity to travel to multiple cities across the world and visit various facilities archival collections and meet with scientists and space policy experts With funding support from an IDEA Grant, the Social Science Scholars Program and a grant-in-aid from the American Institute of Physics I’ve had overwhelming support to research the fascinating intersection between diplomacy international collaboration and the development of multi-billion space science missions I have been involved with TEDxFSU for as long as I’ve been on campus From being a speaker coach and a member of the steering committee to currently serving on the executive board I’ve embraced the belief of “ideas worth spreading.” I encourage others to share their stories ideas and research projects with the FSU and Tallahassee communities Through my leadership roles in speaker recruitment and design coordination I help create a platform where new ideas will provide an impactful learning experience for people attending our events My multifaceted involvement at FSU reflects my wish to contribute to the academic, global and service spheres. My contributions to the Global Scholars Program and Social Science Scholars Programs have included research projects that embrace the intersection between local and global communities particularly highlighting the ways that those two communities interact and collaborate with each other As a Global Media Division intern with the Office of University Communications I have helped to streamline and promote international activities at our university to both the FSU and Tallahassee communities From writing news stories and conducting interviews to creating digital content and covering multicultural events my experiences have highlighted the different international achievements of fellow FSU students © Florida State University Tallahassee Looking to access paid articles across multiple policy topics Interested in policy insights for EU professional organisations Her election was hardly a surprise: EPP boss Manfred Weber had flagged her as his pick back in April either observed and verified directly by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources [Photo By Eduardo Manzana/Europa Press via Getty Images] A source in the EPP said the prevailing scenario is that all six candidates who are in the current EPP presidium will be easily re-elected Montserrat College of Art in Beverly opened its Digital Fabrication Studio hands-on space that not only teaches students how to use technologies like 3D scanning and printing but also gives them skills that extend far beyond the art world “A lot of students might be using those 3D printers and laser cutters for specific art projects they’re also getting a really incredibly valuable job skill,” says Brian Pellinen “The programs you’re using to create an action figure for a game prototype is the same technology one can use to build an artificial heart valve Once students understand how to use those printers there’s all sorts of career paths that open up.” Yet Pellinen notes 75 to 80 percent of Montserrat students are actually studying things like animation; illustration; graphic design; writing and visual narratives; and games They’re using the same technology as engineers,” he says people from around the world have come to study art at Montserrat But what that looks like has changed a lot over the decades the college is more focused than ever on helping students shape their passions and curiosities into careers “It’s this balance of giving them the freedom to explore the things they want to explore and also giving them the skills that have a very practical value outside of here,” he says “How do we help them turn that passion into a career?” Answering that question has been central to Pellinen’s work at Montserrat He stepped into the role of president in March 2024 after serving as interim president for a year and as dean of academic affairs before that the college has continued to expand opportunities for experiential learning and real-world job experience embracing technology and adding new programs of study In addition to growing its mentorship program to connect seniors and recent graduates with professionals in their chosen fields Montserrat also received a $2.1 million grant from the Department of Education to create more campus-based jobs for students Pellinen also wants to expand the college’s internship opportunities Montserrat became one of the first—and perhaps the first—art college in the United States to require an internship “Now we have to put even more emphasis on experiential learning Maybe one internship’s not enough,” Pellinen says “Maybe we have to offer two or three internships.” It’s all about offering students the chance to learn beyond Montserrat’s walls through experiential learning opportunities like travel abroad programs or taking classes at another art institute the students are earning somewhere between 15 and 20 percent of their credits off campus,” Pellinen says “It just brings another way to think about diversity of people and ideas and places.” embracing diversity has always been a core value at Montserrat which welcomes and embraces people of all backgrounds “We believe that diversity makes us stronger Pellinen is looking ahead with a future vision dubbed “Montserrat 2035.” It asks what the world and the college will look like in a decade and how it can prepare from changes in technology and the social landscape to ensuring that students leave school with even more marketable skills and experience “These are the things we’re going to focus on,” Pellinen says you also have to know where you’re going.” montserrat.edu Subscribe Purchase Back Issues Digital Edition Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here situated in the midst of the Eastern Caribbean is the only country outside of Ireland that celebrates Saint Patrick’s Day as a national holiday The British Overseas Territory’s flag is emblazoned with the Irish Harp and the words Erin Pass through customs and your passport is stamped with a green Irish Clover Common surnames on Montserrat include Bodkin Numerous island geographic locales pay homage to the motherland: Cork Hill Long vanished Irish sugar plantations are remembered as Farrell Emigration from Ireland to the lush-green islands of the Caribbean commenced in earnest on the heels of the defeat at the Battle of Kinsale near Cork in 1601 Thousands of disgruntled and disenfranchised Irish Catholics packed their bags in hopes of a better life in the Caribbean where they set up shop as planters For many it was brutal indentured servitude on St Kitts and other Caribbean islands for five to seven-yea’s work in exchange for their ultimate freedom and the hope of someday becoming landholders The next rush of Irish Catholic emigrants arrived under duress transported following Oliver Cromwell’s genocidal invasion of Ireland in August and subsequently even more under Cromwell’s son’s watch some were literal slaves while other toiled as indentured servants Eventually clashes with the ant-Popish Cromwellian influenced British Colonial power structure on St Nevis and other Caribbean Crown colonies led many free Irish to migrate to Montserrat in hopes of opportunity and religious freedom Montserrat census records listed more than 1,500 Irish many of the West African slaves were given their Irish master’s Surnames Many of the Irish slaves and indentured servants eventually became successful planters and slaveholders themselves The only slave revolt recorded on the island was planned for St Patrick’s Day as the slaves were confident their overlords would be three sheets to the wind from too much Guinness Afterwards we'll stop in at Dublin, Ireland's Saint Patrick's Festival parade for a visit with Simon O'Connor, Curator at the Little Museum of Dublin This show is re-shared as a best-of-best Journeys podcast “We will not pay for the mistakes of European multicultural policy We know how to distinguish solidarity from coercion and dangerous ideological projects,” Polish PM Mateusz Morawiecki said We must fight on all fronts; reinvest in and renew fields that have been neglected: culture The reconquest of our countries depends above all on the reconquest of our minds After reelecting Manfred Weber as party president the day before the European People’s Party (EPP) congress in Valencia on Wednesday also elected its new secretary-general and ten vice presidents The composition of the new EPP leadership reflects the party’s desire to become a more centralized political powerhouse to dominate all three EU institutions The EPP’s new secretary general—Weber’s right-hand woman—is Spanish MEP Dolors Montserrat the leader of the Spanish PP’s EU Parliamentary delegation and vice-chair of the EPP group in Brussels Montserrat’s election did not come as a surprise: she was tapped for the role by Weber himself a month ago and since he was the only candidate for the presidency his appointee also ended up on the ‘ticket’ unchallenged.  Similarly to Weber’s dual role as group chairman and party president—something that many staffers have complained about, both due to the centralization of power and the corresponding double salary—Montserrat is also expected to keep her parliamentary jobs in addition to her new title The 51-year-old is the first woman to hold the second most powerful position in Europe’s largest party family. According to Weber she represents a “younger” and more “modern” party Montserrat was selected because of her unquestionable loyalty to Weber and willingness to carry out his centralizing mission with ongoing reforms widely seen as a massive power grab both within and outside the party As we described in more detail here Weber is actively restructuring the operational model of the EPP by deepening his “presidency coordination” system—having delegation leaders and even EPP commissioners agree on joint party lines before every major meeting or decision—as well as handing down policy priorities to members across all three EU institutions without much room for dissent making sure that he at any point has personal control over the legislative process Weber’s methods have often been described as “authoritarian,” with the president aggressively pursuing his manufactured consensus it often goes along the lines of: “Here’s a draft if I don’t get a response in the next 30 hours While this centralization has been ongoing for the past three years Weber is reportedly shifting gears in this new term seeking to completely unify the party position across all institutions and in all political matters And to carry this out—being as unpopular among his own cadres as he is—Weber needs someone at his side who would never question him And that’s what Montserrat is. When she was asked by reporters how she imagines her role as secretary general—previously a largely administrative but now increasingly politicized role—Montserrat’s reply showed that she knew perfectly what was expected Congratulations to our new EPP Secretary General, @DolorsMM! She brings a strong winning track record and extensive experience to this mandate. With both her and President @ManfredWeber, at the helm, our party moves forward with determination and vision. pic.twitter.com/zU2lYpD5dU EPP’s ten new vice-presidents represent every EU institution: Parliament an increased number of positions have now been given to government officials representing the national parties which is meant to counterbalance the fact—even if just superficially—that Weber is elevating himself to be on par or even above them The most powerful new vice presidents include Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo; Antonio Tajani and Kostis Hatzidakis the Croatian executive vice-president of the European Commission the EU Commissioner for internal affairs from Austria the appointment of a large number of national party leaders to the EPP presidency is not accidental Weber expects to have much more control over policy decisions even in the national capitals and this is how he plans to achieve that: by symbolically elevating his partners but keeping the real power to himself The center-right European People’s Party President Manfred Weber announced he would nominate Spain’s People’s Party European lawmaker Dolors Montserrat as secretary-general of the EPP a seasoned politician who symbolized a “younger” and “modern” party “This is what I see as the EPP of tomorrow,” the German conservative said who also runs the EPP group in the European Parliament Top leadership of the party will now be composed of sitting MEPs instead of national party officials Montserrat will likely keep her other jobs as head of delegation of Spain’s People’s Party and the EPP group vice chair in Parliament while taking on the extra full-time job as secretary-general Weber has routinely placed key allies from the Parliament in top positions, including French MEP François-Xavier Bellamy as treasurer and former Belgian MEP Tom Vandenkendelaere as his chief of staff. He has sidelined opponents such as his current, and outgoing, Secretary-General Thanasis Bakolas, who has previously openly challenged him The EPP, the most powerful European party dominating the EU’s policymaking institutions, is undergoing an internal job reshuffle and governing bodies’ reform, as it battles internal divisions following the party’s rightward shift since June’s EU election The president and the secretary-general will be formally elected during a party congress in Valencia on April 29-30 such as Romanian lawmaker Siegfried Mureșan “She is a really good politician and has a long career in Spanish politics also growing within [the] EPP,” said Mureșan Others called it “a surprising choice.” “When will she have time to run the party?” said an EPP official who was granted anonymity to speak freely about internal party matters Weber on Wednesday told reporters that the new secretary-general role will be less administrative and more political `She will “be the second face of the European People’s Party next to me representing us …replacing me also in events [Europe]-wide when we have party conventions,” he said Montserrat did not reply to a request for comment by the time of publication “Fits the frame of combining seven jobs and seven salaries at the same time,” quipped a second EPP official who was granted anonymity to speak candidly. “Just as the big boss likes it,” the official added, referring to Weber’s double salary as party president and parliamentary group chair Delegates will elect the party’s 10 new vice presidents at the Valencia conference Candidates floated include Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Austria’s European Commissioner Magnus Brunner This story has been updated to correct François-Xavier Bellamy’s name The stricter controls were introduced in the wake of a cash-for-influence scandal known as Qatargate Romania’s political loyalties are complex Don’t expect ganging up against Simion in the second round With the dust settling on the EPP congress we take a look at who’s up and who’s down in the EU’s most powerful grouping Donald Trump’s trade war is pushing China and the EU closer together despite their differences Monasteries have long been spiritual and cultural powerhouses — centers of prayer Whether set in remote mountains or thriving cities they offer travelers a window into a life shaped by faith and contemplation Whether you’re a pilgrim seeking spiritual depth or a traveler drawn by history and natural beauty This year’s Jubilee offers a rare chance to step into that history through special liturgies and concerts celebrating the monastery’s enduring presence Walking through Montserrat in its 1,000th year means joining a story that has shaped Catalonia — and beyond — for 10 centuries Montserrat is not just a destination — it’s a meeting point of two of Europe’s most famous pilgrimage routes Ignatius of Loyola on his path to conversion It was here, in 1522, that Ignatius, a former soldier recovering from injury, made a life-changing decision. He spent a night in vigil before the Black Madonna, left his sword at her feet, and embraced a life of poverty and service. This moment marked the beginning of his journey toward founding the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) Montserrat remains a pivotal stop — a place to pause At the heart of Montserrat’s spiritual life is La Moreneta Tradition holds that her statue was miraculously discovered in a cave From popes and kings to ordinary travelers This Jubilee year invites all who visit to experience this sacred encounter in a deeper way Montserrat is home to one of Europe’s oldest and most renowned boys’ choirs, the Escolania whose voices have filled the basilica for centuries Their daily hymn to the Virgin Mary is a highlight of any visit allowing visitors to experience the monastery’s musical tradition in an even more profound way Every monastery has a story, but Montserrat’s is one of extraordinary significance in 2025. A thousand years of faith, a meeting place of pilgrims, and a Jubilee year of renewal — this is a pilgrimage worth making. Whether you come to walk in the footsteps of St. Ignatius, pray before La Moreneta, or simply stand in awe of the sacred mountain, Montserrat is ready to welcome you. Get Aleteia delivered to your inbox. It’s free! Articles like these are sponsored free for every Catholic through the support of generous readers just like you. Please make a tax-deductible donation today! Help us continue to bring the Gospel to people everywhere through uplifting Catholic news, stories, spirituality, and more. Thousands of people congregated in Catalonia's most famous multi-peaked mountain range an iconic carved sculpture of a black Madonna coincided with the Montserrat Abbey millennium anniversary celebrations But thousands gathered at Plaça de Santa Maria to watch the first procession of 'La Moreneta' this century The last time it left the Basilica was 28 years ago coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the enthronement of the Virgin of Montserrat 'La Moreneta' has left the Basilica three times in history the first time was in 1947 after Spain's Civil War as a way of "trying to unite the society" after the conflict as priest Joan Maria Mayol told the Catalan News Agency (ACN) said that they "come every year" to see the Virgin and because this was such a "special day that we will not see it ever again," they decided to come for the weekend who said "this only happens once in a lifetime and we are very excited," she said before adding that they had "planned everything to have everything under control." Eva from Barcelona came to see the Virgin of Montserrat and to accompany her husband who was one of the carriers of the iconic carved sculpture This was one of many more celebrations taking place since September 2024, until December 8 2025 a new documentary will explain the day-to-day life of monks in Montserrat Abbey 'El Temps de Montserrat' is a film documentary directed by Carles Prats, and will premier on April 29 at Barcelona Film Fest Prats told the Catalan News Agency (ACN) that the movie "was a very interesting experience and very different" to his previous jobs The documentary explains the day-to-day life of the monks but it also gives a "personal touch." For him spectators will get to live "what it feels to spend 24 hours in Montserrat's monastery Get the day's biggest stories right to your phone 2024) – North Texas SC defender Nico Gordon has been called up by Montserrat’s national team head coach Lee Bowyer for Concacaf Nations League action during the September window running from Sept signed with North Texas SC on February 2 ahead of the 2024 MLS NEXT Pro season logged 1,466 minutes and completed 792 passes with a 91.2% accuracy Gordon registered his first cap for Montserrat on September 9 He made his first World Cup qualification appearance on June 6 Gordon has eight caps with 720 minutes played for Montserrat He is eligible to represent Montserrat via his mother Montserrat is in Group A of the Concacaf Nations League B alongside Bonaire The Emerald Boys will open play against El Salvador on Thursday 5 and play the second group stage match on Sunday 8 versus Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Both matches will kick off at 3PM CT from Stadion Trinidad Stadium in Bonaire Montserrat “Montse” Zeron envisioned a career in international affairs but she never imagined she could combine that passion with her lifelong fascination with space As an undergraduate at Florida State University she discovered the field of space diplomacy it wasn’t until she encountered the American Institute of Physics’ (AIP) oral history program that she realized how to turn her interests into a meaningful career As Montse worked on her undergraduate thesis about space diplomacy and the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) she began to see the critical value of firsthand accounts from those involved in this international collaboration That’s when she learned about AIP’s grants-in-aid program for oral history research which offered a rare opportunity to dive deeper into the lives of the key figures behind the JWST interviewing important contributors to the JWST This experience not only provided invaluable material for her research but also introduced her to the meticulous practice of oral history she learned how to craft meaningful questions and document the personal stories that shape scientific history Montse gained a profound appreciation for the human side of scientific discovery—the struggles She realized that beyond policy papers and diplomatic agreements it is the individuals behind these efforts who bring space diplomacy to life Their narratives highlight the challenges of international cooperation the cultural exchanges that shape scientific progress and the dedication required to advance humanity’s exploration of space Read Montse's Oral History with Astrophysicist Edward Weiler will inform her own studies and contribute to the broader scientific community The interviews she conducted will serve as a resource for future researchers helping shape the understanding of space diplomacy and its role in global collaboration Montse will continue her graduate studies in Washington where she will further explore the intersection of space and international policy She is dedicated to ensuring that the history of global space collaboration informs future diplomatic efforts oral history is more than a research tool—it’s a bridge that connects generations of scientists creating a legacy that will inspire future advancements in space diplomacy DONATE NOW while technical compliance has improved across these jurisdictions challenges remain in areas such as public access and verification of beneficial ownership data This article examines the current BO regimes in the Cayman Islands and strategic recommendations for further strengthening transparency introduces significant reforms to align with international Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Counter the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) standards these territories are expected to approve legislation for legitimate interest access by April 2025 with implementation scheduled by June 2025 or earlier While full public access remains off the table this shift represents a significant improvement in transparency allowing vetted stakeholders to request BO data under specific conditions aimed at preventing corporate abuse for financial crimes Key Features of Montserrat’s BO Regime: Montserrat’s approach aligns closely with FATF guidelines particularly in ensuring that competent authorities have real-time access to beneficial ownership data and trust service providers) face challenges in fully implementing BO requirements Bermuda’s transition to a legitimate interest model mirrors recent EU policy shifts balancing data protection rights with financial transparency as public access to BO registers gains traction globally Bermuda may face pressure to expand transparency measures further the British Overseas Territories in the Caribbean should consider the following: urging countries to ensure that accurate and up-to-date BO information is available to competent authorities and strengthening cross-border cooperation the British Overseas Territories can 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Global Financial Integrity® and the Global Financial Integrity Logo are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Global Financial Integrity is a 501(c)3 organizationOur Federal Employer Identification number is 45-3359420Our Legal Entity Identifier Number is 549300MPDLK0B4X28896 Senior Economist, Social Protection Global Unit, World Bank Wild goats have found their "little paradise" on Montserrat 30 years ago, the species was reintroduced to the unique, jagged mountain range about 30 km inland from Barcelona, with specimens from the Tortosa-Beseit mountain range. Since then, their population has grown from around 20 individuals to over 400. The latest census, conducted by the Department of Agriculture (DARP) and Rural Agents in late December, recorded 439 goats, nearly 40 more than last year. Jordi Carrasco, head of the Rural Agents in Bages, told the Catalan News Agency (ACN) that the goats have found "a very suitable habitat" in Montserrat. They have no natural predators in the area, so it is important to monitor their population to prevent conflict with human activity in the mountains, such as climbing. Rural Agents and agriculture department rangers search the mountain on foot with binoculars and count the goats as they spot them, while also assessing their age and sex. Drones equipped with thermal cameras are used to reach hard to reach-areas. The latest census took place on December 24, recording 439 individuals, up from 401 the previous year. Both male and female populations continue to rise, while the number of kids remains stable. Though the counts are "very accurate," it is impossible to count every single individual, so it is estimated that the actual number may exceed 439. The wild goats have found their ideal habitat on Montserrat. Carolina Garcia, a technician from the department of agriculture, explains they have abundant food and "a lot of peace because they have no predators." The climate is very favorable for them too. "The goats live like queens on Montserrat," she says. The mountain's unique jagged forms make for an ideal refuge. for the goats. "It’s their comfort zone, where they seek safety from danger," Garcia says. While the goats play an important role in fire prevention by eating a lot of vegetation, Carrasco explains that overpopulation can also cause problems. Montserrat Natural Park is a popular spot for hikers and climbers, so "too many goats could lead to conflicts." Since the animals have no natural predators to control their population, a regulated hunting program was initiated in 2004. Over the last two decades about a thousand goats have been culled. Hunting permits are first granted to local hunters, then to non-locals, subject to payment of fees. Hunters are always accompanied by a guard or agent who are responsible for deciding which animals to cull. The Department of Agriculture states that given the geography of Montserrat, the only feasible method for controlling the wild goat population is through hunting. Although other measures have been considered, such as capturing live specimens to repopulate other areas, the challenge of finding safe zones to sedate and transport the animals without harm or death "has so far made this impossible." The president of the European People’s Party (EPP) announced this Wednesday that he will propose Dolors Montserrat Spanish MEP and PP spokesperson in the European Parliament will be my proposed candidate for Secretary General of the European People’s Party (EPP),” Weber stated The EPP’s membership will be renewed at the party’s next congress which will take place in Valencia on April 29 and 30 Weber is also expected to be re-elected as party president Weber secures the support of Genoa and consolidates the German’s position as one of the leading EPP leaders in the European Union leader of the Spanish People’s Party (PP) “It’s great news for Spain and for the PP that Dolors Montserrat is being proposed as secretary general and It’s also great news that a friend like Manfred Weber is seeking re-election as president of the EPP in our country we are Europeanizing the PP and Spanishizing the EPP.” The Diplomat in Spain is the reference digital newspaper for diplomats and companies that want to be well informed © 2024 The Diplomat in Spain Please enter your username or email address to reset your password © 2024 The Diplomat in Spain Game Recap: Women's Basketball | 2/13/2025 9:00:00 PM MA – The Manhattan Jaspers women's basketball team (11-11 5-8 MAAC) was edged by the newest team in the MAAC by a score of 71-69 inside Lawler Arena on Thursday evening Head Coach Heather Vulin: "Tough MAAC road game versus Merrimack Manhattan plays four of its next five inside Draddy Gymnasium the preseason MAAC favorites and defending conference champions The contest can be streamed on ESPN+ with a paid subscription Thanks for visiting There is only one place outside of Ireland that celebrates St. Patrick’s Day as a national public holiday: the island of Montserrat The small pear-shaped island is about 40 square miles and is located just south of Antigua It’s known as the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean Now you may be wondering why a Black Caribbean island celebrates St What I learned over the course of two visits is the story of an island with a unique heritage and a complex history as well as a one-of-a-kind festival that combines a legacy of resistance and a good dose of fun Many of the first Europeans who settled on the island in 1632 were Irish Catholics who came as indentured servants The Africans who came to Montserrat were enslaved and worked on plantations The customs and traditions of the two groups blended and the African and Irish influences can be seen as you move across the island Montserrat has villages with Irish names like Cork Hill many people have Irish surnames such as O’Donoghue And you’ll even get a shamrock-shaped passport stamp when you go through customs at the airport or ferry terminal The striking resemblance of its cliffs and shorelines and its historical ties to Ireland led to the island being fondly called the “Emerald Isle of the Caribbean.” Saint Patrick’s Day became a national holiday in 1985 The annual festival commemorates the enslaved Africans known as the freedom fighters who lost their lives after their planned Saint Patrick’s day rebellion set for March 17th The people chose that day for the uprising because it is known to be the day that most enslavers would be drunk and distracted by the holiday Plans for the rebellion were reportedly overheard by an Irish woman who revealed them to the British Tragically nine of the rebellion’s leaders were put to death while another 30 were detained before being exiled off the island it marked a critical moment in the movement to abolish slavery in the Caribbean region This was the first in a series of uprisings across the Caribbean that helped end slavery in the region which ultimately came with the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 across the British empire It acknowledges the influence of the Irish on Montserrat and offers an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made in the fight for freedom by our African ancestors where a runaway enslaved man named Cudjoe was beheaded and hanged to deter others from fleeing is where the lighting of the flame ceremony takes place annually to mark the festival’s opening The 10-day experience concludes with a heritage feast that features dishes such as the hearty meat stew known as Goat Water One thing that will always stand out to me is seeing the mixture of Ankara prints Patrick’s Day celebration unlike any other I have ever experienced because it is really about honoring the memory of those freedom fighters and their role in ending slavery on the island and beyond There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting ! The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Montserrat Trapé Viladomat will assume the role of First Vice President. She has served as an independent director at Meliá since 2022, and currently chairs the Audit and Compliance Committee, with nearly 40 years of experience in law, particularly in international taxation and transfer pricing. Additionally, she is involved with several other companies, including Europastry and Cellnex Telecom, where she chairs the Tax Compliance Committee. This appointment will take effect following the company's General Shareholders' Meeting, scheduled for May 8 and 9, 2025, in Palma de Mallorca. located on the iconic Catalan religious mountain kicked off its millennium celebrations this Saturday with a civic event in Basílica de Santa Maria with more than 600 people.  This is the first of many more celebrations to come in the next 15 months The highlights of the event were the premiere of a video mapping in the Basílica and a drone show with the music of 'el Virolai' a choir song dedicated to the black Madonna.  was in Montserrat for the event and explained that "this religious site is a great symbol of our country and the world needs the values that this place represents such as dialogue and understanding."  There were other politicians and authorities present in Montserrat such as Josep Rull and former Catalan presidents such as Pere Aragonès various speeches highlight that the millennium must be used to look back and relieve this 1,000 years of history of Montserrat but also to look ahead into the future.  This start of the celebrations was focused on various concepts such as culture something that the rest of the activities will also see.  « Back Peloton faces second category 1 summit finish in as many days that should spark GC battle - Stage 4 preview Thirty years after its last summit finish on the Alt de Montserrat, the 2025 Volta a Catalunya will return to what is arguably the country's most emblematic ascent for a full-scale mountain battle The last time the Volta visited the Alt de Montserrat was in June 1995 with a victory for French champion Laurent Jalabert on stage 1 in the process allowing 'Ja-ja' to clinch what proved to be an unbreakable hold on the overall lead.  The Volta triumph was all part of Jalabert's best-ever season Il Lombardia and the Vuelta a España in the same season as well as putting five-times Tour winner Miguel Indurain up against the ropes in a memorable ambush that July in the Tour en route to Mende airfield.  ranked category 1 and totalling 8.8 kilometres at 6.6% is hard enough to ensure that whoever comes in as GC leader for the Volta's showdown stage on Saturday will have proved they have some serious climbing credentials While the only other classified ascent of stage 4 is the category 2 Turó del Puig the entire day has over 3,000 metres of vertical climbing The preceding day's 5,000 metres of vertical climbing through the Pyrenees will likely have a knock-on effect on riders' levels of tiredness "the stage is definitely hard enough for there to be some good GC gaps" even if it doesn't have any really difficult gradients but it's very much in the line of those long steady climbs you get in those mountains in the Tour de France," Sergi López-Egea a Catalan journalist with El Periódico de Catalunya who reported on the 1995 Volta and who has been up the Montserrat climb both by bike and by car on multiple occasions they won't need to use any of those really extreme gears that are so popular in the peloton now The main climb itself is broad and well-surfaced because so many buses go up to the monastery at the top "It's a very famous climb here in Catalunya the whole area around Montserrat is like a 'temple of Catalan cyclotourism'." The Volta a Catalunya's summit finish at Montserrat forms part of the millennium celebrations for the monastery at the top of the climb but cycling is far from being the only sport with strong connections to one of the country's most important religious sites back when Catalunya's premier football side was coached by legendary Dutch trainer Johan Cruyff if the team won the league or any other important championship - as happened a lot back then - the players would celebrate by cycling up the climb in homage to the Madonna of Monserrat Apart from the Volta Montserrat has been tackled by other races most recently by the Vuelta a España in 2019 as part of a stage that finished in a bunch sprint some kilometres further on "But it's mostly very well-known for cyclo-tourists because there are lots of gravel tracks and sideroads leading to the main one," López de Egea said "And one of Catalunya's most famous cyclo-tourist MTB events I'm predicting a different kind of battle - one between the two top riders at La Moliina [Primoz] Roglič and [race leader Juan] Ayuso." Alasdair FotheringhamSocial Links NavigationAlasdair Fotheringham has been reporting on cycling since 1991 He has covered every Tour de France since 1992 bar one as well as numerous other bike races of all shapes and sizes ranging from the Olympic Games in 2008 to the now sadly defunct Subida a Urkiola hill climb in Spain he has also written for The Independent,  The Guardian,  ProCycling you will then be prompted to enter your display name This rendering of The Mont shows off its mid-mod atmosphere Cousin’s BBQ has been a staple around here in the art of slow-cooked meats the brainchild of Cousin's owner Jeff Payne and Jason Cross who is the vice president of Cousin’s operations will serve fresh seasonal fare in an elevated mid-century modern atmosphere just outside the Montserrat neighborhood Chef Michael Duff will head the craft at 3729 Saint Amand Circle “Our approach is refined traditional cuisine inspired by seasonality using familiar ingredients modern technique and global influence,” said Duff "The menu will truly be based on what produce and seafood is in-season and available at that time This rotating menu will offer such fare as handmade pastas Duff began as a prep cook at Eddie V’s in 2010 he has contributed to many local menus throughout the Fort Worth culinary scene for over a decade The restaurant itself takes a page out of the late 50s and early 60s mid-century modern style motifs with the use of mahogany wood chef-driven concept in the Fort Worth area for a long time and when we saw this space near the Montserrat neighborhood I knew this was the spot,” Payne said in a press release “It’s the perfect backdrop to have a beautiful dining experience inspired by seasonal nostalgic favorites and our Texas roots in a timeless setting.”  Cousin’s BBQ was opened in 1983 by Boots and Beverly Payne Fort Worth natives and both graduates of Paschal High School Their first store was located at 6262 McCart Ave more commonly known as “Bootsie,” called it Cousin’s borrowing a name from a restaurant in Ruidoso Boots went to TCU on a football scholarship before eventually venturing off into the restaurant business He had a close relationship with Walter Jetton the Fort Worth barbecue legend who was the preferred barbecue caterer of U.S Cousin’s earned acclaim by catering for President George H.W “We hope to make the community extremely proud to say this concept is in their backyard as well as a destination to travelers in the area,” said Payne “We’re looking forward to adding to the fine dining landscape of Fort Worth while also being an approachable MIAMI – El Salvador solidified its Group A lead as the 2024/25 Concacaf Nations League continued on Thursday with two matches in League B from Arnos Vale Stadium in Arnos Vale La Selecta extended its unbeaten start with a victory against Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Montserrat blanked Bonaire to gain its first victory of the campaign Montserrat earned its first win of the current edition with a 1-nil win over Bonaire where Brandon Barzey was blocked and Ashley Boatswain missed off the rebound Montserrat and Barzey earned some redemption at the start of the second half when he was brought down by Bonaire’s Jafet Vlijt to force a penalty Montserrat captain Lyle Taylor converted from the spot in the 49’ for the lone goal of the encounter The Emerald Boys improved to 1-0-2 and occupy third place Bonaire sit in fourth place with an 0-1-2 record El Salvador remained undefeated with a thrilling 3-2 victory against Saint Vincent and the Grenadines La Selecta jumped in the lead with the opening goal in the 20’ when captain Darwin Cerén made a strong run to the back post to chip the ball over to Styven Vásquez Saint Vincent and the Grenadines responded with the breakthrough off a corner kick in the 43’ as Brandon John headed in the equalizer The hosts had momentum to start the second half and Shakeem Adams delivered the go-ahead strike in the 63’ on his international debut El Salvador found its way back into the match when goalkeeper Lemus Christopher mishandled a ball in his area and Santos Ortíz pounced with a slide tackle to snatch the equalizer in the 70’ Francis Castillo played hero by racing past defenders in a long ball over the top and netting the winner in the 87’ El Salvador maintained its lead in Group A Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is second with a 1-1-1 mark In 1025 Abbot Oliba founded the Monastery of Montserrat next to a hermitage dedicated to the Virgin located in an environment of singular natural beauty Nowadays it is a religious and cultural center in Catalonia.  The inauguration of its thousandth anniversary festivities, which will also coincide with the Jubilee 2025 in Rome surprised the attendees by uniting the solemnity and tradition of the monastery with the modernity and technology of today.  during the ceremony held inside the Basilica engaged in a “holographic” conversation with the past and the future and the future by the hypothetical abbot of the year 3025 the current Abbot recounted how Montserrat is a place visited by thousands of people from all over the world and that “knowing how to welcome them as they deserve is still the essence of a shrine like ours.”  He also added that “Montserrat has always been a nucleus and a focus of culture and open to the world,” while “the image of Mary is the material center of the sanctuary.” the attendees were also able to enjoy a new projection mapping show inside the Basilica This audiovisual is divided into three chapters—Creation and Christ—that celebrate the natural and supernatural beauty of the shrine The projection mapping was accompanied by the Virolai the traditional song dedicated to the Virgin of Montserrat recorded with the choir of the famous Escolania choir and the organ of the Basilica About 200 drones illuminated the sky and the mountains of Montserrat Together they represented symbolic figures which summarized the thousand years of history of the Monastery and culminated with the image of the “Moreneta,” as the devotees call the abbey’s statue of the Virgin Mary View on Instagram from the balconies of the abbey overlooking the square the Escolania de Montserrat and the members of the Schola Cantorum accompanied the exhibition with their songs.  Celebratory events will unfold throughout the next 15 months This millennial celebration is not just for the abbey or Barcelona but is one in which everyone is welcome to participate which is characterized by its willingness to welcome others and the desire to evangelize as many people as possible Articles like these are sponsored free for every Catholic through the support of generous readers just like you Please make a tax-deductible donation today Help us continue to bring the Gospel to people everywhere through uplifting Catholic news There are so many great places to live in Fort Worth that it helps to have an expert on your side The Neighborhood Guide presented by Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty gives you insider access from the agents who live and work there providing in-the-know info about your possible new community Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty Both neighborhoods offer a sophisticated yet relaxed vibe Montserrat and Montrachet are two prestigious gated communities set atop scenic ridges in western Fort Worth positioned on 150-foot cliffs overlooking Mary’s Creek resting on one of the highest elevations in Tarrant County are conveniently located right outside the 820 Loop "What I love about Montserrat and Montrachet is the perfect blend of luxury and community," says real estate agent Raleigh Green "The lifestyle here is truly elevated — whether you’re enjoying the peace and privacy of the gated entrances taking in the stunning views of rolling hills or utilizing the miles of hiking and biking trails." Besides showing their clients all the neighborhoods' charms the Greens find themselves in the area often for neighborhood events Both communities cater to families and professionals seeking exclusivity and comfort The proximity to both downtown Fort Worth and great schools adds to the convenience These two prestigious neighborhoods are located just under 10 miles from the largest Fort Worth private schools just seven miles from Southwest Christian School and Trinity Valley School six miles from Fort Worth Country Day School and 1.9 miles from All Saints' Episcopal School "I’ve been drawn to these neighborhoods for years because of their exceptional design and luxurious atmosphere," says Megan "We love how family-friendly and welcoming the community is — it’s one of the reasons we enjoy helping our clients find their perfect home here!" The Greens offered up a few of their personal favorites about life in both neighborhoods because the Greens have a long list of local favorites: JD's Hamburgers Where to playOne of the beauties of both of these gated communities is that they give their residents resort-style amenities right inside their gates The Montrachet amenity center includes a pool and splash pad The neighborhood features more than 50 acres of green space with miles of hiking and biking trails a lovely restored bridge over Mary's Creek The Montserrat amenity center includes a pool The community also offers a playground and pond as well as the Sagrada Park Disc Golf Course and tennis and basketball courts "Defender Outdoors Clay Sports Ranch is a fantastic option!" Raleigh shares it offers a variety of recreational experiences including a shooting range with various ranges available for different firearms; an archery range that's suitable for all experience levels; and various classes and training sessions that range from basic safety courses to advanced shooting techniques." Country clubs and golf courses such as Ridglea Country Club and River Crest Country Club are all nearby What to seePlay into Fort Worth's cowboy culture with the historic cattle drives and authentic Texas barbecue found in the Fort Worth Stockyards Continue to celebrate the heritage of Texas cowboys with exhibits on rodeo history and notable figures in cowboy culture at the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame the Cattle Raisers Museum offers insights into the history of cattle ranching and its impact on Texas culture The Amon Carter Museum of American Art is home to a remarkable collection of American art including works by Frederic Remington and Charles Russell This museum also features beautiful gardens Known for its stunning architecture by Louis Kahn the Kimbell Art Museum features an impressive collection of art Showcasing contemporary art in a striking building designed by Tadao Ando the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth hosts rotating exhibitions and offers a beautiful outdoor space The vibrant downtown area of Sundance Square is filled with restaurants perfect for a leisurely stroll or a night out Fort Worth Botanic Garden is the oldest botanic garden in Texas the Fort Worth Water Gardens are a unique urban park featuring a series of pools and waterfalls perfect for a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city The Greens say the area's biggest hidden gem is Thistle Hill The historic mansion showcases the opulent lifestyle of the early 20th century and offers guided tours Where to live"Both neighborhoods offer a sophisticated yet relaxed vibe with beautifully designed homes that range from elegant Mediterranean estates to modern contemporary styles all built with incredible attention to detail," shares Megan Montserrat and Montrachet each feature impressive mansions and distinctive estate homes set on spacious lots often designed in the style of French chateaus or English manors "Homes here typically have at least two stories and a minimum of three bedrooms with six or more bedrooms being quite common," Raleigh says "While many properties are custom new-builds there are also pre-owned estates available for those seeking unique charm and character." 4673 Saint Benet Court is currently for sale.Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty Currently listed for sale by the team is 4673 Saint Benet Court a custom-built HGC home that defines luxury living The primarily single-level floorplan includes a game room Key features include a temperature-controlled wine wall and a kitchen that opens to a cozy family room with a fireplace Three more bedrooms and a family room are also on the main level "These highly sought-after neighborhoods provide unparalleled privacy and sophisticated homes with stunning views that are truly priceless," says Raleigh "This impressive property exemplifies the luxurious living and exquisite design that the neighborhood is known for." Raleigh and Megan Green work and play in Montserrat and Montrachet. For more information on buying and selling a home in the area, click here One Fort Worth-area city took the top slot on a new list of "the 100 Best Places to Live in 2025." The list — from relocation marketing platform Livability.com — put Flower Mound at No 1 for its appealing size and affordability The list was restricted to small and mid-size cities with populations between 75,000-500,000 residents And it also considered only cities with a median home value of $500,000 or less Keeping their list centered around "affordability," they considered factors such as average rent and home prices relative to income And while Flower Mound is listed as No. 1, the site encourages users to create their own ranking based on personal priorities Flower Mound earned the highest score out of all the cities on the report with a LivScore totaling 875 out of 1,000 possible points Flower Mound is 32 miles northeast of Fort Worth, with a population of more than 77,000 residents and a median household income that's well into the six-figures These affluent residents have median home values of $476,609 the suburb ranked the highest for its health (88) The report said Flower Mound has a "diverse and robust" economy bolstered by more than 2,000 locally based businesses in tech Rheudasil Park is a great place for families to enjoy the outdoors.Town of Flower Mound Livability's profile of Flower Mound praises its safe neighborhoods "Local residents (and their pets) have all kinds of fun ways to enjoy the great outdoors thanks to more than 1,000 acres of parkland," the profile says with amenities galore — including a splash pad 18-hole disc golf course and bronze statues of animals native to the area Flo-Mo is a repeat award winner: In 2024, the city was found to be the 29th most livable small city in America in a separate study by SmartAsset. Seven other Texas cities were also included in the list of best places to live in the U.S.: Sugar Land (854 points), Round Rock (793 points), New Braunfels (758 points), Midland (712 points), College Station (711 points), Tyler (676 points), and Abilene (659 points). The top 10 cities that earned the most points on Livability's list are: The multi-peaked mountain range of Montserrat with its monastery and abbey is undoubtedly one of the most recognisable and visited places in Catalonia, and is certainly not to be missed in this anniversary year. The New York Times listed Montserrat as one of the ‘52 Places to Go in 2025’. In 1025, Abbot Oliba, one of the spiritual leaders of Catalonia, founded the Abbey of Santa María de Montserrat about 720 metres above sea level. Today, it is the site of the Benedictine abbey, home to about 80 monks, and Santa María de Montserrat, which hosts the image of the Virgin of Montserrat, that has emerged unscathed from wars, fires and rebellions throughout history thanks to the monks’ safeguarding. Unsurprisingly, Montserrat remains an important pilgrimage destination. Montserrat literally means ‘serrated mountain’. The peculiar rock formations have been created by wind and rain over millennia, and today Montserrat is considered one of the most picturesque places in Spain with stunning scenery. Due to its uniqueness, Montserrat mountain was declared a natural park in 1987. Some of the rocks are reminiscent of Malaga's famous landmark, El Torcal. Incidentally, many people make night hikes to admire the sunrise from the heights of Montserrat. The highest point, Sant Geroni, can be actually reached via paths leading from the monastery. From there you can see almost all of Catalonia and, on a clear day, the island of Mallorca. If you are not up for the long treks and climbs, you can take a bird's eye view of the mountain's beauty via a cable car. The Aeri de Montserrat first started operating in 1930 to take visitors from the foot of the mountain to the monastery. That’s why the yellow gondola also proudly declares with an inscription that it is also celebrating its 95th anniversary this year. Despite such an 'advanced age', the gondola moves at a speed of 5 metres per second and with a gradient of up to 45%. In five minutes you can ‘fly’ 1350 metres uphill in the company of a few dozen people, making your ears pop. Incidentally, during SUR's visit, Montserrat was hosting one of the finishes of a stage of the Volta a Catalunya 2025 cycling race to mark the monastery's 1000th anniversary. Over a thousand religious and cultural events have been planned to be held during the celebration under the motto Ora lege labora rege te ipsum in communitate (Pray, Read, Work, Pray to yourself, in community). Montserrat, whose feast day is 27 April, is firmly associated with Catalonia. However, Andalucía also has a church devoted to the patron saint of Catalonia. The fact is that after Columbus's discoveries, a group of Catalans settled in Seville to establish trade with the Americas. They brought with them devotion to the Virgin of Montserrat and founded a brotherhood in the late 16th century. Eventually, the Montserrat Chapel (Capilla de Montserrat) appeared in the historic centre of the Andalusian capital. It is the headquarters of the Brotherhood of Montserrat that holds an annual procession during Semana Santa. Comentar es una ventaja exclusiva para registrados Registered office Málaga, Avda. Dr. Marañón, 48. Catalonia's most famous mountain will be one of the highlights of the 2025 Volta a Catalunya cycling race Montserrat will host one of the stage finishes planned in the championship to commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of the monastery Montserrat monastery, celebrating its millennium anniversary for 15 months will host the last part of a cycling stage for the third time ever This will be one of the "most spectacular and unique stage finishes in the Volta a Catalunya race," a statement released on Thursday reads the Escolania choir are all of the elements that make Montserrat one of the most beloved elements across Catalonia and internationally recognized," the organizers of the Volta Ciclista a Catalunya said In fact, the Escolania Choir has been named among the best singing groups in the world aside from symbolism this mountain represents it is also a logistic challenge as around 800 people are involved in the cycling race "What we certainly have is that the photos we'll shoot will travel across the world and will be remembered for their beauty and specularity," he added The first race the monastery saw was in 1960 from Monistrol to the abbey, won by Mallorcan cyclist Antonio Karmany, and then in 1995, starting in Manlleu, won by French Laurent Jalabert. All taking place in a religious symbol in Catalonia The race will happen between March 24 and 30 next year but details of the stages have yet to be announced While former US president Barack Obama and former first lady, accompanied by the Spielberg marriage, visited the abbey, prior Bernat Juliol even recommended to filmmaker Steven Spielberg to record a movie on the monk that traveled across the world as if it was Indiana Jones Listen to our Filling the Sink podcast episode published in May 2021 to learn more about the Escolania and the multi-peaked mountain range. You don't have permissions to access this page Texas – North Texas SC defender Nico Gordon has been called up by Lee Bowyer for Montserrat’s first two matches of the Concacaf FIFA World Cup 2026™ Qualifiers during the June international window signed with North Texas SC on February 2 from English side Birmingham City F.C recorded a 92.9 pass percentage and 11 clearances against Barbados in Concacaf Nations League play he has six total caps for the Emerald Boys with 540 minutes played Gordon is eligible to represent Montserrat via his mother He earned his first call-up with Montserrat on March 19 for a training camp in Marbella Montserrat will play its first match of the FIFA World Cup Concacaf Qualifiers against Nicaragua on Wednesday June 5 at 9PM CT at Nicaragua National Football Stadium In the second match of the international window June 9 at 8PM CT from Nicaragua National Football Stadium Get the best seats for every match at Choctaw Stadium Thanks for visiting We are proud to share that Monserrat Ramirez Ruvalcaba successfully defended her MA in Sociology on April 22 "The Well-Adapted Immigrant”: Exploring the Relationship Between Acculturation and Wellbeing of International Students." soc-anthro@carleton.caPhone: 613-520-2582Contact page