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Cuba Tells UN, US is Intervening in Libya as Excuse to Plunder their Resources
September 27, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
A “preventive war” is taking place in Libya using the protection of civilians as a pretext to plunder the country’s resources, Cuba’s Foreign Minister told the General Assembly’s annual general debate today, calling for Libyans to be left alone to decide their destiny. continue reading »
Cuban Dog Shows Gaining Popularity
September 19, 2011 | by BBC Latin America | Latino Daily News
Over the last few years, an event not often seen in communist countries has grown in popularity, dog shows. In Cuba, much like in Hollywood and New York, it seems the new status sy continue reading »
First-of-Its-Kind Wedding in Cuba – Gay Man Weds Transsexual Woman
August 14, 2011 | by Guardian UK | Latino Daily News
In honor or in scorn of Fidel Castro’s 85th birthday, depending on who you ask, a gay man and a transsexual woman wed in a first-of-its-kind wedding. Though gay marriage is not allowed in Cuba the government sanctioned wedding was seen my many gay Cuban’s as a step out of the shadows. continue reading »
Celebrations of Fidel Castro´s 85th Birthday Last All Week
August 13, 2011 | by Ahora | Latino Daily News
A music concert by 22 artists from nine countries will take place on the eve of Fidel Castro’s 85th birthday, Saturday, August 13. continue reading »
¿Que Pasa? Latin American Summit Cancelled, Chávez Will Stay in Cuba
June 30, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
The Venezuelan Foreign Affairs Ministry announced the postponement of the Latin American Summit, due to the alleged health problems of the host, Hugo Chávez. continue reading »
Hugo Chávez Resurfaces Alive and Well and Still in Cuba (VIDEO)
June 29, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Eager to put an end to speculations about the current condition of president Chávez, Cuban and Venezuelan state TV stations release video proof. continue reading »
ANOTHER Ché Guevara Diary Published in Cuba
June 16, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
“Diary of a Combatant” is a series of notebooks in terrible handwriting, that editors were able to decipher into a peek into late 50’s Cuba, and a Castro fresh in power. continue reading »
Luxury Golf Resorts to be Built in Cuba
May 26, 2011 | by The New York Times | Latino Daily News
Apparently, no longer considered a “bourgeoisie excess,” the island will foster 4 projects totaling $1.5 billion. continue reading »
Cuba to Allow Citizens to Travel Abroad
May 11, 2011 | by Business Insider | Latino Daily News
For the first time in 50 years, the Cuban government will allow its nationals to travel the world as tourists. continue reading »
Raft Made of Wood & Intertubes Intercepted on U.S. Waters with Cubans Attempting to Reach U.S.
May 5, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
U.S. Customs and Border Protection marine interdiction agents thwarted an attempt by four Cuban citizens to reach the U.S. on a crude raft Thursday morning. continue reading »
Cuban NGO ‘Damas de Blanco’ Recognized by State Dept for Human Right Efforts
April 21, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs William Burns will present the Diplomacy for Human Rights Award, the Human Rights and Democracy Achievement Award continue reading »
Castro Steps Down from his 50-Year Reign as Leader of Cuban Communist Party
April 19, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
True to his word, President Raul Castro at the Community Party conference in Cuba, promised sweeping changes and a ‘rejuvenation’ of the Communist party – and it happened. continue reading »
Cuba Wants Term Limits and to “Rejuvenate” Communism
April 17, 2011 | by BBC.UK | Latino Daily News
As happens with anyone that is getting older a time of reflection and introspection occurs which is what appears to be happening to President Raul Castro. continue reading »
50 Years Later, Congress Finally Honors Bay of Pigs Vets (VIDEO)
April 14, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Five decades after these brave Cuban men volunteered to participate in what turned out to be a giant blunder, Congress has decided to honor their courage. continue reading »
Castro Says He Hasn’t Held Any Formal Positions in Five Years
March 22, 2011 | by Las Vegas Sun | Latino Daily News
Tuesday, Fidel Castro surprised everyone when he said he resigned from all of his official position five years ago. The “former” head of Cuba’s Communist Party’s statements brought in to question just how much power he still has “behind the scenes” continue reading »
U.S. Contractor Alan Gross Found Guilty in Cuba
March 13, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
The pleas of the U.S. government and Alan Gross fell on deaf ears in Cuba. After a two-day trial, a Cuban court found the 61-year old contractor guilty of crimes against the island nation and sentenced him to 15-years in prison. continue reading »
Hugo, Fidel and The Other Latino Friends Of Moammar Gadaffi
March 3, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
The Venezuelan Information Minister said on Wednesday, that president Hugo Chávez has held conversations with Moammar Gadaffi about establishing a group of friendly nations that would help mediate a solution to the conflict in Libya. continue reading »
