Poverty in Cuba is Deliberate
Could poverty in Cuba be deliberate? Benjamin Noria believes it is and not collateral damage from the US blockade or neoliberal capitalism.
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Taincho y Su Tres Cubano – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Taincho y Su Tres Cubano from Cuba with a performance of the song “La Loma del Tamarindo” (2010).
Cuba’s War on Sweets
It seems the Cuban government’s war on sweets never ended. Chewing gum was frowned upon, because it supposedly represents the US Way of Life.
Motherhood and Body Complexes
A couple of days ago, my cousin came to see baby Oliver and told me: “Cousin, what’s happened to you? You look like a tank.”
Woman & the Blue Window – Photo of the Day
Our photo of the day: “Woman and the blue window, Havana, Cuba”, was taken by Jean Bouffard (Canada). Camera: Canon Powershot G1
Costa Rica Benefits Nicaraguans, Cubans and Venezuelans
Costa Rican authorities announced the creation of a special humanitarian migratory category for Nicaraguans, Venezuelans and Cubans.
Western Union to Shut Down Cuba Operations Nov. 23rd
The Cuban financial entity Fincimex announced today that operations of Western Union in Cuba will end on November 23rd.
Bringing Home the Bacon, Santiago de Cuba – Photo of the Day
Our photo of the day: “Bringing home the bacon, Santiago de Cuba”, was taken by Tom McGory (USA). Camera: Nikon D750.
Biden Could Relaunch US – Cuba Relations
Biden, VP to Obama (2009-2017), said during the campaign that if he won he would return bilateral ties to the point where he left them.
Fidel Castro’s Dissident General Invades US Literature
The ghost of the man who received the supreme title of Hero of the Republic of Cuba from Fidel Castro, has been in the people’s imaginary.