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Justifying Survival Here in Cuba

The collective disdain toward public officials has created a code of support among ordinary people in Cuba.

The line for buying liquefied gas is just as bad as the line to buy chicken, and your turn can take days to come.

The reality is that the Government’s widespread neglect is clear and it’s the Cuban people that are getting sick in the meantime.

During these long days of blackouts, I decided to empty the wardrobes in the house to relieve my mother’s stress a little.

The ATM situation in the Cuban capital is unbearable. Getting out my August wages took me on a difficult pilgrimage…

The academic year began in Cuba on Sept. 5th. What was once a reason for celebration in many households is now, unfortunately, a nightmare.

We were invited to go in by the doorman. As always, I had to share a table with strangers. My table companions were entertaining & educational.

Cubans have got used to enjoying some relaxing time as a family in front of the TV, and now their rest and enjoyment is at risk.

Coconuts haven’t been in regular supply at markets for a long time. The few that are sold are by self-employed sellers, at least in Havana.

The fear of being exposed to others is one of the new conflicts that wear on interpersonal relationships in Cuba.