Circles Robinson, Author at Havana Times

Letter from Dennis Martinez to Monsignor Rolando Alvarez

I cried in admiration for your bravery, from seeing a living example of the courage of a leader that doesn’t hide from turbulent times.

Petro Announces Tax Reform with “Social Sense” for Colombia

The new Colombian President calls for a more equitable distribution of wealth, social peace and protection of the environment.

A Monday of Anguish in Havana

My sore throat woke me up. I went to the bathroom to gargle and looked out the window. An eerie glow was visible in the sky to the east.

Catastrophe in Key Cuban Industrial Area in Matanzas

Without preliminary assessments of the significant damage, efforts are mainly focusing on extinguishing the fire and rescuing missing persons.

Their Families’ Silence Failed to Bring them Home

Relatives now denounce that Esteban Paniagua and Armando Robles, detained since November 6th, have suffered bogus trials and cruel treatment.

Former Guerrilla Gustavo Petro Sworn In as Colombia’s First Leftist President

During his address, Petro vowed to fight inequality and climate change and to push for peace. He also condemned the US-led war on drugs.

The Huge Fire in Matanzas, Cuba

Moments of terror. It’s the biggest fire I’ve ever seen and it’s happening right now. They still haven’t managed to extinguish the flames. (17 photos)

Nicaragua: More Non-Profits of all Sizes Shut Down by Ortega

By canceling this new group of 100 non-profits, the regime raises the number of shuttered organizations to 1,206 in 2022 alone.

Those Who Need Cuba to Survive

They only care about themselves, their own agendas, to the point that they can justify positions that can’t be ethically justified.

Big Time Corruption Returns to Guatemala

Juan Luis Font analyzes the arrest of journalist Jose Ruben Zamora and the persecution of former anti-corruption prosecutors.