Cuba

Why This Senator Thinks That US Embargo on Cuba Will Not Happen Under the Obama Administration

Senator Bob Corker doesn’t think that the United States’ embargo on Cuba will be lifted under Barack Obama’s presidency.

Marco Rubio's Endorsers Struggle to Name a Single Accomplishment of the Candidate

Representative Cresent Hardy failed to name one achievement of Marco Rubio in a morning interview. The presidentiables are very busy with their campaigns for the upcoming elections.

Here's What to Expect From John Kerry’s Visit to Cuba

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will visit Cuba to discuss human rights. U. S. Secretary of State John Kerry will visit Cuba to discuss human rights.

More Cubans Flee to the US as President Obama's Historic Trip Draws Near

More Cubans are fleeing their island nation before their relations with the United States are completely normalized.

US Department of Defense Proposal to Close Guantanamo Bay Already Set

The U.S. Department of Defense is ready to hand in its proposal to Congress for closing the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay. The plan consists of different options on how the prison will be closed. It will be submitted on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

Easier Cuba Travel May Be Delayed by Fugitive Cop Killer

Airline companies have until March 2 to apply at the Department of Transportation for at least 110 daily flights from the United States to Cuba. However, the State Troopers Fraternal Organization of New Jersey is calling to halt the restoration of flights to Cuba before a fugitive cop killer is returned to the United States.

Can We Win the War Against Zika Virus?

Cuba is waging war against the Zika virus as they deploy 9,000 troops to prevent its spread in the country.

Here Is What President Barack Obama has to Say About His Upcoming Visit to Cuba

Barack Obama will become the first U.S. president to travel to Cuba in nearly 90 years. Obama and his wife Michelle will be visiting the Caribbean island from March 21 to March 22. It comes more than a year after the U.S. and Cuba made a decision to restore diplomatic ties.

Will Miguel Díaz-Canel Be Just as Powerful as the Castro Brothers Once He Becomes President of Cuba?

Fidel and Raul Castro have been the leaders of Cuba for the past 60 years although it will end on Feb. 24, 2018 when Miguel Diaz-Canel finally takes over. The 55-year-old became the first vice-president of the Council of State back in 2013 and has been given the stamp of approval by Raul Castro.

A Foodie's Guide to Latin American Cuisine in Miami

Here are five interesting food spots to check out if you're in South Florida! Miami cuisine is rooted in Cuban culture since many Cuban immigrants have taken roots in this South Florida city since the 1920s.

United Airlines Submitting Application to Operate Flights Between US and Cuba

United Airlines celebrated the historic signing between the U.S. and Cuba that allows commercial flights for the first time since the 1959 revolution, per an official press release. The Chicago-based company is one of many major airlines who will submit an application to the Department of Transportation to start operating U.S.-Cuba flights.

Cuba, US Sign Agreement to Restore Commerical Flights

The United States and Cuba took another progressive leap toward normalizing relations on Tuesday by signing an agreement to restore regular air service between the two countries for the first time in five decades.

Why Cuba-US Travel Will Become Cheaper for Americans

Many Americans tourists are traveling to Cuba despite it being technically illegal until the U.S. and Cuba sign a civil aviation agreement. According to VOX Media, the agreement will be signed on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in Havana, and it will become cheaper for Americans to travel to Cuba.

United States Approves First Factory in Cuba Since 1959 Revolution

The Department of Treasury has approved the first United States factory in Cuba since the 1959 revolution, per the Associated Press. The Alabama-based company led by Chief Executive Officer Horace Clemmons and co-founder Saul Berenthal will start the production of small tractors by 2017.

Hellfire Missile Mistakenly Shipped to Cuba Is Now Back in US Custody

The two-year plight of the Hellfire Missile that was mistakenly sent to Cuba has finally ended and is now back in the U.S.

Disney Cruise Ship Allegedly Rescues Cuban Migrants

Twelve suspected migrants were rescued by a ship emblazoned with the world's most iconic mouse ears.

MLB: Latest on Yovani Gallardo, Cuban Prospect Lazaro Armenteros

The MLB Spring Training is set to start in a few more days and teams are starting fill up their 40-man rosters as well as stacking up their farm system with the best available international prospects. Check out the latest rumors regarding free agent starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo and a host of Cuban prospects including Lazarito and the Gurriel Brothers.

Widlife Returns to Havana Bay due to Cleanup Efforts

Finally, the birds and the fishes are making their way back to Havana Bay. Their return marks the fruits of the Cuban government’s efforts to clean up the famous bay and reduce the pollution in the area.

How Latin America Celebrates Chinese New Year 2016

For most people in the world, the New Year has already been celebrated and welcomed on Jan. 1 but for many members of the fast-growing Asian demographic, the so-called Chinese New Year came on Feb. 8.

US May Close Doors on Cubans as Surge in Fleeing Migrants Continues

Compared to other Hispanics that arrive at the U.S. border from Central America or Mexica, Cubans reportedly get preferential status and are treated as political refugees.

Pilot Project to Give Cubans Broadband Internet at Home

Cuba's state-run telecommunications company ETECSA announced on Jan. 31 that it is launching a pilot project to allow everyday citizens to order broadband Internet for their homes, a service until now only available to foreign executives.
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