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Cuba Confirms its First Three Coronavirus Cases

The fear that the coronavirus could arrive in Cuba at any moment has now become a reality with the first confirmed cases.

Rafael Trujillo Gym, Havana, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Rafael Trujillo Gym, Havana, Cuba. By Anthony Wansor (USA). Camera: Sony DSC-RX100

Biden Wins, Sanders Lags: Analysis from Naomi Klein & Alicia Garza (Video)

Biden is still less than halfway to the delegates he would need to secure the Democratic nomination, Sanders faces a decision about whether to continue.

Nicaragua’s Police Receive Sanctions: What about their Commander in Chief?

Daniel Ortega is an organic part of the police structure. He’s the top of the command pyramid. Does the weight of the sanctions fall on him or not?

What Cuba Residents Are Being Told About Coronavirus

While no cases have yet been reported, Cuba health authorities repeat that protective measures should be taken. Here’s what they are recommending.

Venice, Italy – Photo of the Day

Venice, Italy. By Arnav Narula (Australia). Camera: iPhone 6s

Prisons Worldwide Face Coronavirus Crisis (Video)

We turn now to look at how coronavirus is affecting the world’s prisons. As Italy went on lockdown, nearly 30 prisons broke into riots.

Francisca Ramirez: Harvesting in Exile with an Eye on Nicaragua

From her temporary agricultural camp in Upala, Costa Rica, rural leader Francisca Ramirez demands conditions for the safe return of those in exile.

Should Governments Fund Investigative Journalism to Fight Corruption?

Journalists oppose plan by Slovakia’s PM-elect to fund investigative journalists to act as corruption watchdogs on government and state bodies.

Independent Cuban Media Outlets Reject Summary Trial of Artist

After suffering dozens of arrests, Cuban artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara is being held in Havana, about to be subjected to a summary court process.