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Life, Work, and Fate of Cuban Artist Belkis Ayon, in Miami

The gallery owner David Castillo has brought Belkis Ayon’s work to Miami to promote her message.

The gap in the street is so imposing that it prevents the passage of larger vehicles, such as cars or buses.

Given the significant influence of the care economy, it is crucial that Latin American governments implement policies to combat inequality.

Cuba has managed to consolidate a business network with the government of Angola using Cuban professionals as raw material.

Beyond the scarce figures offered by the island’s government, the real impact of the enclave on the Cuban economy is unknown.

About 95 percent of Cuba’s electricity generation relies on fossil fuels. For that to change would mean major investment.

Land colonist Ariel Castro, accused of attacks on Mayangna communities, was freed after prominent FSLN members lobbied on his behalf.

The pattern is clear: as is also the case in Europe, when safer routes are closed off, people start taking riskier ones.

Maria travels to Guyana, Russia, Peru, Colombia or Venezuela to buy products as cheaply as possible for her store in Cuba.

Eggs cost 3,500 pesos per carton of 30 on the informal market. Most retirees receive pensions of less that 2,000 pesos a month (under $7 USD)