The World We Share: Meet Gina
More than 25 years have passed since an Ecuadorian woman ventured into the unknown, seeking a change to provide a better life for herself and her family. That’s what Gina Mosquera Salazar tells us from a café in Cuatro Caminos, in the heart of Madrid. The Guayaquil native, who exudes captivating energy, has been settled […]
April 24, 2025
The Rich History of Baseball in Japan: A Beloved Sport and Cultural Phenomenon
Baseball in Japan holds a special place in the country’s culture. It blends seamlessly with the nation’s traditions and its values since it was first introduced over 150 years ago, as the sport has grown from a Western import to a favorite Japanese pastime. But why is baseball so popular in Japan? Well, the combination […]
January 27, 2025
From Caracas to Cooperstown: Venezuela’s Baseball Journey
Baseball in Venezuela is more than just a simple sport. It’s a national passion etched into the very fabric of the country’s culture. Whether the game is played at the Estadio Monumental de Caracas Simón Bolívar or in a simple, diamond-shaped ballpark, baseball is part of Venezuela’s identity. But why is baseball so big in […]
January 22, 2025
The Heartbeat of Puerto Rican Baseball
Baseball in Puerto Rico is by far the most popular sport, so it comes as no surprise that for many Boricuas it’s more than a game. It’s deeply ingrained into the Caribbean island’s culture, one that has inspired people of all ages to dream the impossible. Though at first it was slow to grow, baseball […]
January 20, 2025
Dominican Dreams: How Baseball Shapes a Nation
Baseball is more than just a game in the Dominican Republic; it’s a way of life. Few nations have embraced the sport as passionately, making it their most popular and a cornerstone of their identity. The Dominican Republic has also produced some of the game’s most celebrated players, leaving an unforgettable mark on the sport […]
January 16, 2025
Remittances and Migration in China’s Growth
Migration and remittances have long been integral to the economy and social transformation of China. Over the years, millions of migrant workers have moved from rural villages to urban centers in search of better job opportunities, a figure that keeps growing. At the same time, the money they send back home has become an economic […]
January 8, 2025
Home Runs and Heritage: How Migrants Shaped Baseball’s Legacy
The history of baseball and migration go hand in hand. During the most recent Major League Baseball (MLB) season, 25% of players were born outside of the United States. But it wasn’t always easy. We wanted to take the time to see what kind of evolution America’s pastime has gone through to reach this point […]
December 18, 2024
What Are the Largest Migrant Communities in the UK?
The United Kingdom is home to a diverse range of cultures, thanks to the migrant communities who have settled there over the years. According to The Migration Observatory, an estimated 14.5% of the UK’s population, equivalent to 9.6 million people, were born outside the UK as of 2022. Non-EU migrants constitute most of the foreign-born […]
December 10, 2024
Understanding the Impact of Remittances on Peru’s Migration Landscape
Though it might not be the first thing you think about when this country pops up in a conversation, Peru and migration go hand in hand. From the Inca Empire all the way through to modern times, Peruvians have got a knack for moving around their unique and diverse country and have even gone beyond […]
September 24, 2024
Getting Financially Established in the US: A Migrant’s Guide
Moving to the United States from another country is already overwhelming enough, but getting financially established can be especially daunting in the beginning. After all, the U.S. has its own financial system and regulations. You’ll need to be prepared for things like finding housing, setting up a bank account, building credit, and the potentially higher […]
September 5, 2024
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