Author Archives: Anthony Brenner

Cuba congratulates Venezuela on its victory in the legislative elections

Havana, May 27 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel today sent congratulations to his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolás Maduro, and to the members of the Simón Bolívar Great Patriotic Pole, for the electoral victory achieved in the recent elections. “The Bolivarian … Continue reading

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Collateral Damage: The Environmental Cost of Cuba’s Terrorism Designation

As US restrictions tighten, Cuba’s efforts to protect its ecosystems are faltering — with rising deforestation, strained conservation programs, and growing pressure on protected areas. Vinicius Pereira 05/27/25 — Who, What, Why Music, cigars, and vintage cars — these are the … Continue reading

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Cuba Barred from U.S. Medical Research Databases

Belly of the Beast – 5/4/25 The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) last week barred scientists in six “countries of concern” from accessing 21 biomedical databases – a vast network of vital healthcare resources related to an array of … Continue reading

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Cuban Foreign Minister thanks international support against blockade

Havana, May 26 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez expressed his gratitude today for the many displays of solidarity and support his country received from various latitudes this weekend in rejection of the blockade. Through the social network X, … Continue reading

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US Congressman Charles Rangel, a friend of Cuba, has died

Washington, May 26 (Prensa Latina) Former Democratic U.S. Congressman Charles Rangel, a friend of Cuba and supporter of the campaigns to lift the blockade, died today at the age of 94 in a New York hospital. A founding member of … Continue reading

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Trump Admin: Cuban Jazz Music “Inconsistent” with U.S. Policy

Belly of the Beast – 5/9/25 The issue. The Washington State Clark College Jazz Band planned to visit Cuba to learn about Cuban jazz and share experiences with local music students, but their trip was blocked at the last minute by the … Continue reading

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In Mexico, the US blockade against Cuba is described as abominable

Mexico City, May 25 (Prensa Latina) The economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba is completely contrary to international law and is abominable given the suffering it has inflicted on millions of civilians, the Mexican … Continue reading

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“Cuban medical missions in other regions is the solidarity we need”

May 25, 2025 #saintkittsandnevis#cuba#solidarityPrime Minister Terrance Drew, from Saint Kitts and Nevis, refers to Cuba’s solidarity in sending medical brigades to countries in the region. teleSUR

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Pacific Standard Time in Cuba: blurring political, mental, and emotional barriers

The California State University jazz choir carried out a performance and exchange program with Cuban artists and music students in Havana. by Cultural exchange between Cuba and the United States has been one of the Trump administration’s first targets regarding … Continue reading

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Bridges of art: interview with Alejandra González and Adán Perugorría about the Art Exchange Festival

An independent initiative seeking to strengthen cultural ties between Cuba and Spain through contemporary art. by The Art Exchange Festival (AEF) emerged in 2023 as an independent initiative seeking to strengthen cultural ties between Cuba and Spain through contemporary art. Founded by Alejandra … Continue reading

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