Carnival is taking place this week in Havana with parades of dancers of all ages including floats, drinking and general revelry. Havana Times was on hand to capture some of the festivities for our readers. (24 photos)
Read MoreThese days a certain enthusiasm can be noted among the residents of Santiago de Cuba because of the urban revival the city’s experiencing. What we’re seeing are restored parks, street fairs, bars, restaurants, pastry shops, markets, etc.
Read MoreToday we interview prima ballerina and choreographer Maysabel Pintado, who was the leading figure in the renowned Lizt Alfonso ballet company. As Maysabel put it, “For me, dance is a way of life, and like life itself, it ends up being mysterious.”
Read MoreThe aftermath of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear crisis has been marked by an outcry in Japan over radiation leaks, contaminated food and a government unable to put the public’s fears to rest.
Read MoreI have the impression that today no one is proud of having participated in those “meetings of repudiation.” In all the years that I’ve lived in Cuba, I’ve never found a single person who admitted to having thrown eggs at those who left.
Read MoreThe weather for the entire seven-day period will be typical of summer: hot – even in the early mornings. The occurrence of rain in the afternoons is likely. It is expected that on Saturday afternoon (August 13), storms will occur with the arrival of a tropical wave.
Read More“I accept this apology as a sign of a new time in Colombia, when democratic participation by all political forces will be possible,” leftwing legislator Ivan Cepeda said – and a ripple ran through the crowd in the packed gallery in Congress.
Read MoreFor years, many people have gotten by in Cuba “por la izquierda” (literally “on the left,” or doing business under the table). However, things have shifted since this past January. The government has told people they can take out licenses for various activities that were previously carried out without having to pay taxes. (50 photos)
Read MoreI just finished enjoying a fascinating animated film for adults, “Flatland” (2007), based on the work “Square” (written in 1884 by Edwin A. Abbott). I’m taking advantage of this to continue a long and interesting discussion with some friends from here.
Read MoreSo, caught between his mother’s protests and his body’s need to maintain its edge, he decided that his only way out was to create his own gym in his 9 x 12 foot bedroom.
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