Circles Robinson, Author at Havana Times

Ortega’s Second Attack on Confidencial & Press Freedom

As in 2018, the police arrived with no legal mandate. They were simply carrying out orders issued by their supreme chief, Daniel Ortega.

Fired AP Journalist Speaks Out After Right-Wing Smears

Wilder is Jewish and was a member of Students for Justice in Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace at Stanford University before she graduated in 2020.

Ortega has a “Master Plan” against the Independent Press

Ortega is “hurt” by Confidencial’s resilience after the 2018 occupation of its offices. He strikes at the media to impose a fictional realty.

Cuba Suspends Sale of Dollars to Travelers

The state-run CADECA announced the end of currency exchange at air terminals, where even before the limit was $300 dollars for travelers.

Luis Varona – Song of the Day

Today’s featured artist is Luis Varona from Cuba with the song “Ven Pa’ La Loma” from the album “The way you like him… With Spice!” (1964).

Breaking Waves, Havana, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Peter de Mars (USA) took our photo of the day: “Breaking Waves” in Havana, Cuba. He used his Samsung Galaxy Note 9 camera.

Belarus Uses Fake Bomb Threat to Arrest Critical Journalist

International leaders are accusing Belarus of “state terrorism” & “hijacking” after ordering a flight diverted to Minsk to arrest a reporter.

Carter Center Advisor Slams Nicaraguan Elections

Experts warn that a fraudulent electoral process could generate a new wave of massive protests and emigration.

Blackouts Begin Again in Cuba

There were blackouts for almost a week in May all over the country. The official TV news reported a breakdown at a power station.

Interpreting the Ortega Dictatorship’s Onslaught

Imposing fear has been one of the most used resources by tyrannies in the course of world history. Ortega is just following the same script.