Daily Archives: July 3, 2011
A Sui Generis Walk / Miriam CelayaMiriam Celaya, Translator: Unstated
On Tuesday the 28th, at three in the afternoon, the first LGTB (Lesbians, Gays, Transsexuals and Bisexuals) Observatory Walk took place in Havana, along the middle of the central street… Continue reading
Hugo Chavez's Secret / Yoani SánchezTranslator: Unstated, Yoani Sánchez
Hugo Chavez's announcement that Cuban doctors had found and removed a cancerous tumor, coming after weeks of speculation about the Venezuelan president's absence from public life, touches a particular chord for… Continue reading
Chavez health scare leaves dependent Cuba on edgeBy Isabel Sanchez (AFP)
HAVANA — A health scare for Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who underwent surgery for cancer in Cuba, has generated deep concern in the Americas' lone communist country which depends… Continue reading
In Cuba, black market thrivingEconomic changes aim to drag shadow economy into lightPAUL HAVEN Associated PressPosted July 3, 2011 at midnight
HAVANA – Want some paprika-infused chorizo sausage? How about a bit of buffalo mozzarella? Or maybe you just need… Continue reading
International prize for Dutch diplomat
Dutch diplomat Caecilia Wijgers has been honoured for her commitment to promoting democracy in Cuba.
The Dutch foreign ministry announced on Saturday that Ms Wijgers received the first Palmer Prize for Diplomats during a ministerial… Continue reading
