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Category Archives: Cultural
The Race Question in the Cuban Revolution – Thursday, May 8 at Portland State University
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Thousands of Cubans mark May Day amid economic crisis
Thousands of Cubans gathered Thursday in Havana’s Plaza de la Revolucion to commemorate May Day, reviving a tradition that had been put on hold in recent years. (AP Video/Ariel Fernández and Milexsy Durán) Published May 1, 2025 https://apnews.com/video/thousands-of-cubans-mark-may-day-amid-economic-crisis-24b48f0f14ba4bd3ab3dc703b211e446
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Díaz-Canel praises the unity of the Cuban people on Labor Day
Havana, May 1 (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Díaz-Canel today highlighted the massive mobilization of the Cuban people on International Workers’ Day and emphasized the commitment to the Revolution amid a complex economic situation. “600,000 Havana residents, millions across #Cuba? No … Continue reading
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Chucho Valdés, first Latino to receive U.S. Jazz Master Award
The awards ceremony will be held Saturday, April 26, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. April 24 (OnCuba News) Renowned Cuban pianist and composer Chucho Valdés has been honored with the 2025 Jazz Master Award, the highest honor for a … Continue reading
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Belly of the Beast celebrates five years in Cuba
Havana, April 30 (Prensa Latina) Havana’s Acapulco cinema hosted a special day of screenings and discussions today to mark the fifth anniversary of Belly of the Beast, a U.S. media outlet based in Cuba. Belly of the Beast specializes in … Continue reading
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Cuba to be accompanied by hundreds of foreign activists on May 1st
April 29 (Radio Rebelde) Nearly 1,000 activists, representing 260 organizations from 39 countries, are in Cuba today to accompany the people in the celebrations for International Workers’ Day, said ICAP President Fernando González. During an appearance Monday evening on the … Continue reading
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Ten albums to celebrate International Jazz Day
Each reflects personal explorations, cultural tributes, and a deep connection with Afro-Cuban roots. Almost three months after the 40th edition of the Jazz Plaza International Festival and on the eve of International Jazz Day on April 30, Havana still seems bathed in … Continue reading
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Catholics in secular Cuba hail Francis as ‘bridge’
Apr 25, 2025 Big Country News – Clarkston, Washington State Catholics and others in secular Cuba have been paying tribute to Pope Francis, praising in particular his efforts to reconcile the communist island with its powerful neighbor, the United States. … Continue reading
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A night in Havana with Laurin Talese
The vocalist and composer from Cleveland, Ohio, was in Havana in April and shared part of her repertoire with the Cuban audience. by Sergio Murguía — OnCuba News – May 15, 2024 It’s almost evening in Havana. I hurriedly pass … Continue reading
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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. OnCuba News – by Lied Lorain – April 19, 2025 Cultural exchange between Cuba and the United States has … Continue reading
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