The man who has always ruled
As he has always ruled with his brother, Raúl Castro did not need to wait for power. Instead, he preferred to walk …
President of Partido Democratico Arrested and Deported from Havana
On Saturday, April 29, in the afternoon, State Security agents arrested Roberto Martín Valdivia Hernández, peaceful opponent and President of Partido Democratico …
Devastation in Isla del Coco
The Coney Island amusement park in Havana once ranked among the most famous attractions in Latin America. Located close to the city …
A Nation Constantly Burdened with Debt
Getting into debt is one of the most shameful situations one can ever be faced with. Yet, it constitutes a part of …
Growing Conflict over the Division of the Sea
The war waged over the sea around Havana is not a result of a conflict between nations. It’s a dispute among local …
The Special Relationship between Batista and Fidel Castro
A mere glimpse at the Cuban history of the 1940‘s and 1950‘s reveals that the nature of the relationship between Fulgencio Batista …
The Portrait of Nelson
26-year-old Nelson Rodríguez Leiva was executed in the La Cabaña fortress in 1971. The same fate awaited his soulmate friend, Angelito de …
Changes in Transport
Over the last few days, the inhabitants of Havana have seen a higher number of buses circulating through the city. This has …
Havana Book Fair
Several weeks ago, the 26th International Book Fair 2017 took place in Havana, Cuba. This year it was dedicated to Canada and …
Say Yes to Veggies, No to Meat
To march through Havana advocating ethical treatment of animals and encouraging local residents to eat more vegetables is an idea so silly …