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Is the USA Moving Towards the UN’s Exit Door?

Besides the latest 66 entities, withdrawals also include the pullouts from the Human Rights Council, the WHO, UNRWA and UNESCO.

Sherritt-Canada’s Nickel Mines in Cuba Need Oil to Operate

In addition, the Canadian company’s production of natural gas that supplies much of Havana is declining.

Venezuelan Majority Opposition Opts for Pragmatism

“Our duty is to remain vigilant so that Venezuelans’ right to live in democracy becomes a reality,” says PUD secretary.

Children of the Cuban Diaspora Documentary

Children of the Diaspora features testimonies from 21 young Cubans raised in nine different countries, from Scotland to Ecuador and Angola.

Most Havana Gas Stations Have Stopped Pumping

Even refilling a cigarette lighter has become a difficult task in Cuba due to the fuel shortage.

Cuba: Shops Closed Until the US Dollar Arrives

With a simple sign taped to the glass, the shops at the Habana Libre Hotel eliminate the national currency.

Is It Better for Cuba to Import Rice or Grow It?

The strategy to confront the shortage could not have been more senseless: telling farmers to replace tractors and harvesters with oxen teams and manual laborers.

From Architectural Jewel to Repression Symbol in Venezuela

Family members of political prisoners in Venezuela are waiting for releases to occur.

Cuban Sports Trainers in Venezuela “Waiting for Orders”

Víctor C., a Cuban coach in Caracas, woke up on January 3 with his heart in his throat. “We got a big scare, but we’re okay.”

Nicaraguan Gov. Paranoia: Heightened Surveillance Ordered

Rosario Murillo convened a meeting at the presidential bunker, El Carmen, without Daniel Ortega present, ordering a ‘state of alert’.