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Father Edwin Roman: “They’re Celebrating a False Christmas” in Nicaragua

“Those who persecute the Church are celebrating Christmas. How can they say they love Christ if their persecuting his church?”

Female Entrepreneurs Progress on the Outskirts of Havana

“I felt that the world was collapsing on me, I didn’t know how to confront my household economy, because I was the sole provider”, said this desserts maker.

Civic Alliance Reviews 2019 Actions, Eyes Opposition Coalition

The Civic Alliance warned the Ortega-Murillo government that if the regime does not stop repressing, sanctions will continue raining upon them.

11th Havana Times Photo Contest Winners

After a full month of work the 15-member jury has given its verdicts in the 11th Havana Times Photo Contest. Here are the winners and special mentions.

Miami Rises Up against its Age-Old Enemy, Castro Communism

Calle Ocho, Miami, indignation at the absolute defenselessness of the political opposition in Cuba takes center stage.

Plastic: The Largest Predator in Our Oceans

Plastic pollution is currently the largest global threat to marine life. Each year, 10-20 million tons of plastic ends up in our oceans.

European Parliament Ups the Pressure on the Ortega Government

With 560 votes in favor, the European Parliament agreed to send a delegation to Nicaragua and urged Ortega to allow them to enter the country.

The Annual Procession to San Lazaro’s Sanctuary on the Outskirts of Havana

A Journey towards the town of El Rincon, where the National Sanctuary of San Lazaro is located, is the goal of many Cubans every year. (57 photos)

Women’s Invisible Efforts to Recover Cuban Communities

“The effects of disasters are unequal, explains Reina Fletes. “The loss of a home has a very peculiar meaning for a woman, it’s very intense,” she specified.

Nearly Half of Nicaragua’s Tourism Businesses Closed, others Struggle to Survive

Nicaragua’s tourism related businesses struggle to survive despite a big drop in visitors and those that do come are spending less.