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Armenia, Colombia: From Devastation to Resilience After Earthquakes
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Armenia, Colombia: From Devastation to Resilience After Earthquakes

Twenty-seven years after a catastrophic earthquake destroyed Armenia, Colombia, the city has rebuilt with strict seismic-resistant codes. Despite recent tremors, no lives were lost, showcasing the success of its reconstruction efforts. However, neighboring Pereira suffered severe damage, highlighting disparities in construction standards.

BBC Mundo17 August 2026
The Mystery of Homer: Did the Author of 'The Odyssey' Really Exist?
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The Mystery of Homer: Did the Author of 'The Odyssey' Really Exist?

The existence of Homer, the ancient Greek poet traditionally credited with writing 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey,' remains a subject of debate among scholars. While some argue that Homer was a single historical figure, many contemporary experts believe he may have been a collective of poets and editors who compiled oral traditions over generations. The lack of direct evidence leaves the question unresolved, with theories ranging from Homer as a mythical figure to the possibility of multiple autho

BBC Mundo16 August 2026
¿Cuánto más puede aguantar Irán la guerra con Estados Unidos?
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¿Cuánto más puede aguantar Irán la guerra con Estados Unidos?

La guerra entre Irán y Estados Unidos continúa después de siete meses, con Irán aún sin prisa por poner fin al conflicto. Los líderes iraníes pueden estar intentando demostrar que Estados Unidos no es el único que determina el ritmo de la guerra y que pueden aumentar los costos militares, económicos y políticos para Washington.

BBC Mundo16 August 2026
The Search for Federico García Lorca’s Remains: 90 Years After His Execution in the Spanish Civil War
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The Search for Federico García Lorca’s Remains: 90 Years After His Execution in the Spanish Civil War

Ninety years after his execution during the Spanish Civil War, the remains of poet Federico García Lorca remain missing. Despite multiple attempts, his burial site has not been found, reflecting the broader challenge of identifying thousands of victims buried in mass graves across Spain. Lorca’s death, shrouded in secrecy under Franco’s regime, symbolizes the unresolved historical wounds of the conflict.

BBC Mundo16 August 2026
Jean Paul Getty: el excéntrico magnate petrolero que se convirtió en el hombre más rico del mundo
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Jean Paul Getty: el excéntrico magnate petrolero que se convirtió en el hombre más rico del mundo

Jean Paul Getty, el magnate petrolero estadounidense, fue reconocido como el hombre más rico del mundo en 1966. Con una fortuna estimada en US$4.000 millones al momento de su muerte, su vida estuvo marcada por su éxito empresarial, su carácter esquivo y su peculiar estilo de vida, que incluía una mansión fortificada en Inglaterra y una colección de arte invaluable.

BBC Mundo16 August 2026