Word of the Day: Bola
At first glance, bola is just the Spanish word for “ball.” Straightforward, right? A round object, something you kick, throw, or…
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At first glance, bola is just the Spanish word for “ball.” Straightforward, right? A round object, something you kick, throw, or…

If you sit down at a Canarian café and see someone order a bollito, don’t expect a giant feast. This…

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