Fishing in Cuba: Not as Easy as it Should Be
Most Cubans find it impossible to understand why rod or line fishing requires authorization, especially in today’s Cuba…
Esther Zoza’s Diary
The Cine Actualidades Cinema of Havana
The deterioration of movie theaters in Cuba is a shared sorrow. In Havana, my city, the sadness overtakes you when you least expect it…
Pot and Pan Polishers are a Valued Skill in Cuba
One of the most valued jobs among the people of Old Havana is that of a pot polisher. It’s a job that demands great concentration and skill.
Indifference to Those Around Us
I grew up in an atmosphere where it was natural to be available to relatives, friends, and neighbors for whatever was needed.
Suffering to Celebrate
My grandmother’s birthday is approaching, perhaps her last, and my mother is pulling out her savings. My grandmother asks for a cake.
The Sad Fate of Old Havana’s Former La Union Hotel
Last week, seeking shelter from the rain, I took refuge in the front of a building on Amargura Street in Old Havana.
New Contradictions in Today’s Cuba
Founded in 1962, this spectacular sports center in the Arroyo Naranjo Municipality in Havana was at the forefront of sports in the capital.
Justifying Survival Here in Cuba
The collective disdain toward public officials has created a code of support among ordinary people in Cuba.
Cuba’s Liquefied Gas Nightmare
The line for buying liquefied gas is just as bad as the line to buy chicken, and your turn can take days to come.
Fumigation in Today’s Cuba
The reality is that the Government’s widespread neglect is clear and it’s the Cuban people that are getting sick in the meantime.