Latin America

Pope Francis Returns to Cuba on Feb. 12

Pope Francis returns briefly to Cuba on February 12 for a meeting with Patriarch Kirill, the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, announced the Vatican on Friday. His last trip to the island was for an official four day visit back in September 2015.

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What’s Causing the Spread of Zika Virus in the Americas? (Video)

We look at the spread of the Zika virus, which scientists have linked to rising temperatures from global warming because of the increased incidence of mosquito-borne infections. The illness, while generally not life-threatening, has been linked to the birth defect microcephaly, which causes babies to be born with abnormally small heads.

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Hollande and Castro Converse at Elysee Palace

French President Francois Hollande hosted talks today with Cuba’s Raul Castro in a visit that highlights the rapprochement between the two countries. “We appreciate the leadership of France at the time of the construction of a new stage in relations between the EU and Cuba,” said Castro.

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