Circles Robinson, Author at Havana Times

Cuban Migrants: From Exceptional Treatment to Excluded

For the first time, Cuban immigrants, like those of other countries, live in fear of ICE raids on Miami’s street and of deportation.

Miguel Coyula, a Cuban Director Who Thinks the New Man

Miguel Coyula is an “uncomfortable” figure, something indicated by the professional marginalization he faces in Cuba.

Rails To Nowhere, Havana, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Nenad Milosevic from Serbia took our photo of the day: “Rails To Nowhere”, in Havana, Cuba.

International News Briefs for Wednesday, December 17, 2025

We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

Chick Corea, Esperanza Spalding & Jeff Ballard– Song of the Day

Today’s featured jazz artists are Chick Corea, Esperanza Spalding and Jeff Ballard from the USA, with a live performance of the song “Alice in Wonderland” from 2014.

Cuba: Diaz-Canel’s Speech on His Ex-Friend Alejandro Gil

The president used quotes from Fidel Castro to denigrate the person who was his right-hand man in the government.

Three Myths About Trump, Maria Corina Machado, & Venezuela

Forcing Maduro’s resignation should not be a Trump adventure, but part of an international effort to respect the 2024 results.

The Palacio Cueto Hotel in Old Havana

On the southeastern side of Plaza Vieja stands a building with a very curious architectural design: the Palacio Cueto Hotel. (13 photos)

Chile Goes from Inspiring Change to a Conservative Backlash

For those of us who aspire to greater justice and equality in the country, this result is a devastating blow.

International News Briefs for Tuesday, December 16, 2025

We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.