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Author: Circles Robinson
The Latest Economic Measures from the Cuban Government
Last week, measures to keep the economy afloat in the second semester of the year, directed at increasing exports and reducing imports, were announced by economy minister Alejandro Gil, during the special session of the National Assembly.
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Ecuador to Reintroduce Subsidies from Tuesday to Quell Unrest
Ecuador will reinstate fuel subsidies in an attempt to quell violent protests, President Lenin Moreno announced in a televised address on Monday.
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Amelita Frades (Cuba) – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Amelita Frades from Cuba with the song “Mi Son Montuno” from the album “Mi son montuno / Dame el Burubú” (1950s).
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“Woman of Steel” who Crisscrosses Nicaragua
Whomever might come across Luz Elena Sequeira for the first time might not suspect that over the last 6 years, she’s run over 30,000 kilometers. That sum might be more credible when referring to driving a vehicle. But not in this case.
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Cuba is Heading Down a Black Hole of Power
After a good while analyzing the model of socialist state-led business and the inefficiency that characterizes the country’s economy, our conversation with economist Emilio Morales turns towards Cuba’s dependency on other countries.
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Sunset, Cienfuegos, Cuba – Photo of the Day
Sunset, Cienfuegos, Cuba. By Jeff Marot (Canada). Camera: Huawei P20
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The #MeToo Movement’s Powerful New Tool
If one dreamed up an ambitious global #metoo success story, it might involve governments around the world enthusiastically supporting legal norms and action on sexual harassment with active support and cooperation from businesses and workers.
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Tito Rodriguez (Puerto Rico) – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Tito Rodriguez & His Orchestra from Puerto Rico with the song “Tremendo Cumban” from the album “Mambo Madness” (1958).
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Peace Returns to Ecuador: Gov. & Indigenous Protesters Strike Agreement
The Ecuadorian government and indigenous leaders came to an agreement late Sunday following talks aimed at ending violent protests triggered by austerity measures.
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