Cuba Archives - Havana Times

Havana Beyond Simply Seeing the Facts

I went there to speak with people in their mother tongue, to hear their real stories, not just the ones they sell to tourists. (25 photos)

Despite repeated announcements in official forums, the government’s declarations never go beyond empty promises.

The arrests continue of Cubans who dare to protest. In June, the eight were arrested, several for protesting blackouts in Guanabacoa.

Complaints from Moa are not new. For decades, Moa’s residents have warned about environmental degradation and its impact on their health.

As a people, we must reclaim a sense of responsibility. Become aware of the power of our words and speak them as we believe we must…

The PCC Central Committee met on July 4 & 5, and it was an opportunity for the leadership to face the magnitude of the crisis with frankness.

“The ACs are broken here’” says a worker at Plaza del Calzado shoe store, which will soon switch to selling in dollars and suddenly have AC.

Highs will range between 31 and 32°C (88 to 90°F), and lows between 22 and 24°C (72 to 75°F). Sea surface will be around 29°C (84°F).

Today’s featured artists are Chucho Valdes, Cimafunk & La Tribu from Cuba performing “Mambo Influenciado” in April 2025.

Lately I wake up waiting for the rooster to crow at me from the window. Living on this Island is like inhabiting a version of The Flintstones.