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Prelude to a Homecoming in Cuba

Prelude to a Homecoming in Cuba

February 19, 2026

The last time I traveled to Cuba, you could already feel that breeze of sadness that would now turn into hurricane-force winds.

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International News Briefs for Thursday, February 19, 2026

International News Briefs for Thursday, February 19, 2026

February 19, 2026
Havana Weather for February 19 to 25

Havana Weather for February 19 to 25

February 18, 2026
Cuba: Canadian Mining Co. Sherritt Suspends Moa Operations

Cuba: Canadian Mining Co. Sherritt Suspends Moa Operations

February 18, 2026
International News Briefs for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

International News Briefs for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

February 18, 2026
The Virgin Behind the Glass, Lara, Venezuela – Photo of the Day

The Virgin Behind the Glass, Lara, Venezuela – Photo of the Day

February 17, 2026
Cartographies of the Inner State

Cartographies of the Inner State

February 18, 2026
The Cuban Professor Sentenced to 10-Years for Graffiti

The Cuban Professor Sentenced to 10-Years for Graffiti

February 18, 2026
Denationalized Nicas: “The Criminal Theft of Our Pensions”

Denationalized Nicas: “The Criminal Theft of Our Pensions”

February 18, 2026
Cuba’s Dilemma: Resistance, Collapse or Negotiation?

Cuba’s Dilemma: Resistance, Collapse or Negotiation?

February 17, 2026

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Diaries

A New Course in the Life of an Immigrant Girl

A New Course in the Life of an Immigrant Girl

February 19, 2026
Cuba Is Worth It

Cuba Is Worth It

February 19, 2026
Is It Too Soon to Return to Venezuela?

Is It Too Soon to Return to Venezuela?

February 19, 2026
“Everything Will Happen” sang Matt Monro

“Everything Will Happen” sang Matt Monro

February 17, 2026
A Habeas Corpus in Holguin, Cuba, on February 12, 2026

A Habeas Corpus in Holguin, Cuba, on February 12, 2026

February 14, 2026
The Enemy of My Enemy Is Not My Friend

The Enemy of My Enemy Is Not My Friend

February 13, 2026

Opinion

Lech Walesa Gives Welcome Advice to Cubans Who Want Change

Lech Walesa Gives Welcome Advice to Cubans Who Want Change

February 15, 2026

If anyone knows firsthand how hard a transition from a communist dictatorship to a democracy can be, it is Lech Walesa.

Cuba’s Zero Options

Cuba’s Zero Options

February 15, 2026
Nicaragua & the USA: Negotiation, Capitulation, or Rumors?

Nicaragua & the USA: Negotiation, Capitulation, or Rumors?

February 15, 2026
Chile: Plurinationality Didn’t Advance with Boric’s Gov.

Chile: Plurinationality Didn’t Advance with Boric’s Gov.

February 12, 2026

Features

Life in 13-Story Buildings Without Elevators in Matanzas, Cuba

Life in 13-Story Buildings Without Elevators in Matanzas, Cuba

February 17, 2026

The elevator in the El Polinesio building has not worked for months, and in Las Panaderías it took more than two years to repair.

Venezuela: Maduro’s Party Sets Barriers to Machado’s Return

Venezuela: Maduro’s Party Sets Barriers to Machado’s Return

February 16, 2026
The Plight of Cubans Deported from the USA

The Plight of Cubans Deported from the USA

February 16, 2026
Costa Rican Border Towns Coping with Nicaraguan Migration

Costa Rican Border Towns Coping with Nicaraguan Migration

February 16, 2026

Interview

War Hasn’t Ended in Gaza as Israel Continues Attacks

War Hasn’t Ended in Gaza as Israel Continues Attacks

February 9, 2026

The partial reopening of Gaza’s southern Rafah crossing with Egypt has been marked by chaos and severe restrictions imposed by Israel.

Ex-Staffers Slam Magnate Bezos for Gutting Washington Post

Ex-Staffers Slam Magnate Bezos for Gutting Washington Post

February 7, 2026
ICE “Wartime” Recruiting Targets Gun and Military Lovers

ICE “Wartime” Recruiting Targets Gun and Military Lovers

January 28, 2026
Elections this Sunday, February 1, in Costa Rica

Elections this Sunday, February 1, in Costa Rica

January 26, 2026

More News

Venezuela: Relatives of Political Prisoners Reach 72 Hours on Hunger Strike

Venezuela: Relatives of Political Prisoners Reach 72 Hours on Hunger Strike

February 17, 2026

The hunger strike began in Caracas on Saturday, February 14, when ten women joined the extreme measure.

International News Briefs for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

International News Briefs for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

February 17, 2026
Las Añez & La Muchacha – Song of the Day

Las Añez & La Muchacha – Song of the Day

February 16, 2026
El Salvador Protests Held over Bukele’s Mass Trials

El Salvador Protests Held over Bukele’s Mass Trials

February 16, 2026

Galeries

Vintage Cars in Havana, Cuba

Vintage Cars in Havana, Cuba

February 13, 2026

They constitute a testament to Cuban ingenuity and creativity, since it is no easy task to keep these cars running in these times (41 photos)

Impressionist Photography or Pictorialism in Cuba

Impressionist Photography or Pictorialism in Cuba

February 7, 2026
The Paseo del Prado Hotel in Havana

The Paseo del Prado Hotel in Havana

January 30, 2026
Havana’s 26th Avenue Zoo in These Times

Havana’s 26th Avenue Zoo in These Times

January 22, 2026
People of Today’s Cuba

People of Today’s Cuba

January 21, 2026

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2025 Photo Contest

The Havana Times Photo Contest Is Back for its 15th Edition

The Havana Times Photo Contest Is Back for its 15th Edition

February 9, 2026

Today’s Song

Marcos Valle – Song of the Day

Marcos Valle – Song of the Day

February 12, 2026

Photo of the Day

Volcano Concepcion’s MIrror, Ometepe – Photo of the Day

Volcano Concepcion’s MIrror, Ometepe – Photo of the Day

February 15, 2026

SOS for Journalists

Guatemalan Journalist Jose Ruben Zamora Moved to House Arrest

Guatemalan Journalist Jose Ruben Zamora Moved to House Arrest

February 13, 2026

Havana Weather

Havana Weather for February 12-18

Havana Weather for February 12-18

February 11, 2026

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