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Americans will still be able to travel to Cuba, but rules will be stricter BY MIMI WHITEFIELD mwhitefield@miamiherald.com
The good news for Americans who want to travel to Cuba is they still can, but a draft of President Donald Trump’s… Continue reading
Reinaldo Escobar: The Unqualified Cuban Truth / Somos+
Somos+, Leyla Belo, 23 MACH 2017 — Those who ever speak with Reinaldo cannot deny his innate genius, his sense of humor and gentleness of expression. A matter of decorum, isn’t it?… Continue reading
Cuba drills for own oil as Venezuelan flow falters Rigoberto DIAZ AFP 8 June 2017
The “Varadero 1,008” drill in the village of Boca de Camarioca is part of a plan by Cuba to make up for lost oil imports… Continue reading
Country drills for own oil as Venezuelan flow falters Cuba once got most of its oil cheap from its socialist ally Venezuela, largely paid for by exporting medical staff and supplies. Published: 09:43 , Refreshed: 09:38 Pulse News Agency International… Continue reading
Havana: Clandestine Business Deals, Poverty and Glamor / Iván García
Ivan Garcia, 26 April 2017 — When night falls, it’s not advisable to walk through certain neighborhoods in Havana. Like the one from El Curita Park, on Reina and Galiano,… Continue reading
‘It’s Not Charity’: Russia Questions Cuba’s Ability to Pay for Russian Oil to Replace Venezuela’s by FRANCES MARTEL 29 May 2017
The government of Russia has expressed skepticism that the communist regime controlling Cuba would be able to afford oil… Continue reading
‘Experiencing Cuba’ while under government surveillance
CAIBARIÉN Cuba — Caibarién is a town on a bay that separates it from Cayo de Santa María, which is located on Cuba’s northern coast. It’s proximity to the city of Santa Clara, which… Continue reading
Cuba says Zika tally rises to nearly 1,900 cases
Cuba said on Thursday 1,847 residents had so far contracted the mosquito-borne Zika virus, warning that certain provinces on the Caribbean island still had high rates of infestation despite a series… Continue reading
Cuban activist prevented from meeting U.S. counterparts
HAVANA — An independent Cuban LGBT rights advocate claims authorities prevented him from traveling to Havana late last week to meet with a delegation of U.S. advocates. Nelson Gandulla, president of the Cuban… Continue reading
Meliá Hotels International expands in Cuba
Meliá Hotels International is set to extend its presence in the centre of Cuba with the addition of 8 hotels, while also assisting in promoting multi-destination vacations.
The company is now committed to enhancing… Continue reading
Neither CUPs nor CUCs, It’s Bucks That Reign in Cuba
14ymedio, Zunilda Mata, Havana, 3 May 2017 — The guard looks at him and dismisses him as an undercover cop. “Are you coming to change dollars? I’ll pay you at… Continue reading
Cuba Imports First Russian Crude Since Collapse Of Soviet Union By Zainab Calcuttawala – May 03, 2017, 4:37 PM CDT
Cuba will process Russian oil for the first time in two decades, after supplies from Venezuela saw an eight-month hiatus… Continue reading
Declining Interest in Cuba Hasn’t Stopped Cruise Ships From Sailing by Joe Pike, Adam Leposa | May 4, 2017 11:14am
Despite a recent study by Allianz Global Assistance that showed a declining interest in Cuba from last year to this… Continue reading
What would happen in Cuba if Maduro fell? ROBERTO ÁLVAREZ QUIÑONES | Los Ángeles | 1 de Mayo de 2017 – 09:38 CEST.
There are probably not many Cubans who are aware of the economic and social tsunami that the… Continue reading
JetBlue, American and Delta apply for more flights to Havana BY CHABELI HERRERA cherrera@miamiherald.com
While several U.S. airlines have cut flights to Cuba citing weak demand, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways and Delta Air Lines are investing in more service to… Continue reading
Theft and Subsidies, Not Exports ROBERTO ÁLVAREZ QUIÑONES | Los Ángeles | 24 de Abril de 2017 – 17:00 CEST.
Once gain former Economy minister José Luis Rodríguez has attempted to pull the wool over everyone’s eyes. Apparently the Castro… Continue reading
Elderly man in Cuba treats arthritis pain with scorpion venom – swears by it Published April 21, 2017 EFE
PINAR DEL RIO, CUBA – At age 71, Cuban peasant Pepe Casañas fends off the typical aches and pains of his… Continue reading
“Being A Teacher Is Not Profitable In Cuba But It Teaches You To Love”
The damages to educational quality caused by the lack of preparation of the “emerging teachers” remain to be measured. (Telesur) 14ymedio, Caridad Cruz/Mario Penton, Cienfuegos/Miami, 17… Continue reading
