Circles Robinson, Author at Havana Times

Chile Votes Today in Runoff Presidential Election

Chileans vote in a runoff presidential election on Sunday that is expected to result in the South American country’s sharp rightward shift.

Israel steps up censorship of independent reporting

Journalists report escalating censorship, harassment, and self-censorship that, they say, now functions as “part of the war effort.”

Brazil: Conflicts Between Branches of Gov. Erode Democracy

Brazil is living through the contradiction of a deterioration of its democracy, with its three branches of government in permanent conflict and losing legitimacy.

Spain Recommends Against Traveling to Cuba

The drop in tourism in the last five years has led the Government to reduce its investments in that sector, which until now was a priority.

US Ends Family Reunification Parole Affects Thousands of Cubans

With this announcement, that option disappears and applicants will now have to wait outside the country until their visa becomes available…

Syrian journalists now enjoy freedom but also new risks

“The first and most important difference is freedom of movement, the basis of any journalistic work,” said NoonPost’s reporter Hamza Abbas.

Cuba: Hotels Practice Exchange-Rate Anarchy with the USD

In restaurants, the exchange rate used for prices ranges between 150 and 286 pesos depending on the dishes.

Expressionist Portraits from Cuba

Expressionist photography is photography that uses the medium as a personal language to express feelings and inner visions. (19 photos)

First Atlas Rocket into Space, Florida, USA – Photo of the Day

Gary Rosenfeld from the USA took our photo of the day: “First Atlas Rocket into Space” in Florida (USA).

The Cuban Government’s New Plan to Capture More US Dollars

Private businesses and self-employed workers will be able to use these resources to import raw materials but must deliver 20% of the balance to the Central Bank at the official exchange rate.