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A Survivor
WorldThe Independentdagbladetmyjoyonline+1havana-times2mo ago4 sources

A Survivor

A survivor, his face covered in dust, his wounds only partially cleaned, speaks into a cellphone camera: "Please, come down here now..." The post A Survivor appeared first on Havana Times.

Worldhavana-times2mo ago

Venezuela Is Suffering

Our deepest condolences and heartfelt hopes go out to all those who are still searching for their family members and friends. The post Venezuela Is Suffering appeared first on Havana Times.

Black Man
Culturehavana-times2mo ago

Black Man

Today's featured band is Mambo Negro from the US with the song "So It Goes" from te album "Midnight Mosaic" (2006). The post Mambo Negro – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

International News Briefs for Friday, May 15, 2026
Worldhavana-times3mo ago

International News Briefs for Friday, May 15, 2026

We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Friday, May 15, 2026. The post International News Briefs for Friday, May 15, 2026 appeared first on Havana Times.

Miss Bolivia Featured as 'Song of the Day'
Culturehavana-times3mo ago

Miss Bolivia Featured as 'Song of the Day'

Argentinian artist Miss Bolivia is featured as the 'Song of the Day' with a videoclip of her 2018 song “Paren de Matarnos” (Stop Killing Us). The post appeared on Havana Times.

Where Power Is Really Concentrated in Cuba
Worldhavana-times4mo ago

Where Power Is Really Concentrated in Cuba

Internal struggles to eliminate competitors, gain influence, or secure exclusive patronage have always been intense. The post Where Power Is Really Concentrated in Cuba appeared first on Havana Times.

Keep Walking Through the Dark Tunnel
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

Keep Walking Through the Dark Tunnel

Honestly, right now I don’t want to think about anything. Just hoping to solve this as soon as possible and go back home. The post Keep Walking Through the Dark Tunnel appeared first on Havana Times.

Chile: Challenges Facing Feminism under Jose Antonio Kast
Politicshavana-times5mo ago

Chile: Challenges Facing Feminism under Jose Antonio Kast

“It is not accurate to speak of a reactivation, because the movement has remained active all these years, as was made evident on March 8..." The post Chile: Challenges Facing Feminism under Jose Antonio Kast appeared first on Havana Times.

¿Are the Cuban People Alive?
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

¿Are the Cuban People Alive?

“The secret of living does not lie in the miserable struggle for existence, but in the will to struggle, the will to do it.” The post ¿Are the Cuban People Alive? appeared first on Havana Times.

Communist Party Headquarters Sacked in Moron, Cuba
Worldhavana-times5mo ago

Communist Party Headquarters Sacked in Moron, Cuba

Demonstrations broke out in Morón, Ciego de Ávila, on the night of March 13, 2026. Social media posts provide a glimpse of what happened. The post Communist Party Headquarters Sacked in Moron, Cuba appeared first on Havana Times.

The Waiting of Cubans
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

The Waiting of Cubans

When Yasser Castellanos made this graffiti at a bus stop in Alamar in 2006, I wrote a few words on the ground about waiting. The post The Waiting of Cubans appeared first on Havana Times.

Most Young Professionals See No Future Staying in Cuba
Worldhavana-times5mo ago

Most Young Professionals See No Future Staying in Cuba

The virtual closure of the USA to Cubans has not stopped people from leaving the country, it has simply redirected their destinations. The post Most Young Professionals See No Future Staying in Cuba appeared first on Havana Times.

A Place in Holguin, Cuba to Celebrate Life
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

A Place in Holguin, Cuba to Celebrate Life

We might be like those musicians on the Titanic who, as shown in the film, kept playing until the very last moment while the ship was sinking. The post A Place in Holguin, Cuba to Celebrate Life appeared first on Havana Times.

Professor Abel Tablada and Expulsions in Cuba
Worldhavana-times6mo ago

Professor Abel Tablada and Expulsions in Cuba

Could it be that there is an attempt to return to an even more repressive stage in the nation’s civil liberties? The post Professor Abel Tablada and Expulsions in Cuba appeared first on Havana Times.

Ceu – Song of the Day
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

Ceu – Song of the Day

Today's featured artist is Céu from Brazil with a NPR Tiny Desk Brazil performance (2025). The post Ceu – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

To Suffer That Day We Least Want
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

To Suffer That Day We Least Want

There is no expression that makes my head explode more than when I voice one of my complaints and someone responds: “there are worse cases.” The post To Suffer That Day We Least Want appeared first on Havana Times.

The Other Revolution
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

The Other Revolution

I do not want to be a spoiler, but one must not trust blindly in the promises of representatives of a foreign power. The post The Other Revolution appeared first on Havana Times.

US and Israel Begin All Out War Against Iran
Politicsn1-bihvanguard-nghavana-times6mo ago3 sources

US and Israel Begin All Out War Against Iran

The United States is focusing its bombings on military installations, while Israel is striking centers of power. The post US and Israel Begin All Out War Against Iran appeared first on Havana Times.

Street Signs in Havana, Cuba
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

Street Signs in Havana, Cuba

I’m sharing some curious and even amusing photos of what people create with whatever materials they have at hand. (13 photos) The post Street Signs in Havana, Cuba appeared first on Havana Times.

Rage and Garbage Burn in Havana
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Rage and Garbage Burn in Havana

It's as if a living entity, lacking individual personality, had taken over the streets, the air, and the sky of Havana. The post Rage and Garbage Burn in Havana appeared first on Havana Times.

Chaos in Several Mexican States after Killing of Cartel Leader
Worldhavana-times6mo ago

Chaos in Several Mexican States after Killing of Cartel Leader

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel unleashes its fury over the killing of its leader "El Mencho", including Road blockades and burned vehicles The post Chaos in Several Mexican States after Killing of Cartel Leader appeared first on Havana Times.

Peru Once Again Left Without a President
Worldhavana-times6mo ago

Peru Once Again Left Without a President

Jose Maria Balcazar, an 83-year-old congressman sadly known for his support of child marriage, has become Peru’s new interim president. The post Peru Once Again Left Without a President appeared first on Havana Times.

Worldhavana-times17d ago

Call to Maintain Legal Pathways for Cuban Migration to USA

An article from Havana Times argues that the USA should not close legal avenues for Cubans seeking to leave the island. It highlights that nearly every Cuban family has members who have left, are preparing to leave, or are exploring options to emigrate.

Debate on Working After Injury in Cuba
Businesshavana-times1mo ago

Debate on Working After Injury in Cuba

An article from Havana Times discusses the dilemma faced by workers in Cuba regarding whether to continue working or take medical leave after an injury, highlighting the pressures to maintain employment.

Havana Times Reflects on Fear and Anticipation
Culturehavana-times2mo ago

Havana Times Reflects on Fear and Anticipation

Havana Times articles explore themes of fear and anticipation, reflecting on personal struggles and the wait for future events. The pieces delve into emotional states and the human experience.

Havana Times Launches Reader Survey
Culturehavana-times3mo ago

Havana Times Launches Reader Survey

The Havana Times has launched a reader survey to gather feedback on their publication and solicit suggestions for improvement, particularly as events concerning Cuba accelerate.

Havana Times Discusses Its Coverage of Cuba
Worldhavana-times4mo ago

Havana Times Discusses Its Coverage of Cuba

Havana Times has issued a statement regarding its coverage of Cuba, indicating they are awaiting concrete actions amidst various speculations and forecasts about the country's future scenarios.

Reflections on 'My Unknown Island' in Cuba
Culturehavana-times4mo ago

Reflections on 'My Unknown Island' in Cuba

An article titled 'My Unknown Island' from Havana Times features a personal reflection. The author recalls an Austrian poet's wonder about parts of Cuba they have never seen.

Cuba Suffers Another National Electrical Collapse
Worldhavana-times5mo ago

Cuba Suffers Another National Electrical Collapse

A new total disconnection of Cuba's National Electric System (SEN) occurred this Monday, March 16, 2026. The post Cuba Suffers Another National Electrical Collapse appeared first on Havana Times.

Varadero, Cuba a Dead Resort City
Worldhavana-times5mo ago

Varadero, Cuba a Dead Resort City

Without water, without electricity and with very few tourists, many hotels have closed their doors and laid off thousands of workers. The post Varadero, Cuba a Dead Resort City appeared first on Havana Times.

Sunset in the Caribbean – Photo of the Day
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

Sunset in the Caribbean – Photo of the Day

David Leeming from the UK took our photo of the day: "Sunset in the Caribbean", (on board a cruise ship). The post Sunset in the Caribbean – Photo of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

The Cobbler
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

The Cobbler

In the house of the cobbler who mends shoes there is a small pink sign that says: “Thank you for your love"... (9 photos) The post The Cobbler appeared first on Havana Times.

A Family Dictatorship “Under the Horses’ Hooves”
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

A Family Dictatorship “Under the Horses’ Hooves”

When will the time come for the Ortega-Murillos? That is the question everyone in Nicaragua—including the Sandinistas themselves—is asking. The post A Family Dictatorship “Under the Horses’ Hooves” appeared first on Havana Times.

Could Cuba’s Raul Castro Be Wanted and Captured?
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Could Cuba’s Raul Castro Be Wanted and Captured?

The only thing working in Raul Castro’s favor is that he is 94 years old and justice in the USA tends to move slowly. The post Could Cuba’s Raul Castro Be Wanted and Captured? appeared first on Havana Times.

Charcoal Makers, Photo Expo by John Rosenmiller in Havana
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

Charcoal Makers, Photo Expo by John Rosenmiller in Havana

John Rosenmiller had many questions: who are the people behind that piece of burned wood? Who spends entire nights watching over the kilns? The post Charcoal Makers, Photo Expo by John Rosenmiller in Havana appeared first on Havana Times.

What Have I Found Upon Returning to Venezuela?
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

What Have I Found Upon Returning to Venezuela?

After a year and a half away from home, you forget certain things. Well, it’s not exactly that you forget them... The post What Have I Found Upon Returning to Venezuela? appeared first on Havana Times.

Venezuela and the Possible Return of Maria Corina Machado
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Venezuela and the Possible Return of Maria Corina Machado

Machado assures her return will be “in a few weeks” and outlines a roadmap, grounded in civic reorganization, that culminates in new elections The post Venezuela and the Possible Return of Maria Corina Machado appeared first on Havana Times.

Is Trump Trying to Divide Cuba’s Dissident Activism?
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Is Trump Trying to Divide Cuba’s Dissident Activism?

In Cuba, there are many dissenting voices criticizing the country’s collapse. They search for its causes and those responsible. The post Is Trump Trying to Divide Cuba’s Dissident Activism? appeared first on Havana Times.

Electric Tricycles in Havana
Technologyhavana-times6mo ago

Electric Tricycles in Havana

Amid our energy crisis, electric vehicles offer significant relief for both the transport of goods and people who can afford them (18 photos) The post Electric Tricycles in Havana appeared first on Havana Times.

Pedro Arroyo con La Maquina De Los 80 – Song of the Day
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

Pedro Arroyo con La Maquina De Los 80 – Song of the Day

Our featured artists today are Pedro Arroyo con La Maquina De Los 80 (from Venezuela y Puerto Rico) with the song “El Deber” (1985). The post Pedro Arroyo con La Maquina De Los 80 – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

Canada Examines the Humanitarian Crisis in Cuba
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Canada Examines the Humanitarian Crisis in Cuba

Canada is historically the largest source of tourists to Cuba. Before COVID-19 more than a million Canadians visited the island annually. The post Canada Examines the Humanitarian Crisis in Cuba appeared first on Havana Times.

Cuba Cannot Wait – Reform or Collapse
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Cuba Cannot Wait – Reform or Collapse

Let me be clear: I am not a friend of repression. I am not a defender of political monopoly. I am a friend of the Cuban people. The post Cuba Cannot Wait – Reform or Collapse appeared first on Havana Times.

Worldhavana-times5d ago

Young Cubans in These Difficult Times

By Ernesto Gonzalez Díaz HAVANA TIMES – These are difficult times for everyone here in Cuba, even for those who The post Young Cubans in These Difficult Times appeared first on Havana Times.

Culture1mo ago

Los Kjarkas – Song of the Day

Today we feature the Bolivian folklore group Los Kjarkas performing “El Arbol de Mi Destino” (The tree of my destiny) in 2021.   The post Los Kjarkas – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

Cubans Living from Daily Blackouts to Total Blackouts
Worldtagesschauhavana-times1mo ago2 sources

Cubans Living from Daily Blackouts to Total Blackouts

A heavy downpour fell, and then, either before or after, there was yet another collapse of Cuba's National Electric System. (23 photos) The post Cubans Living from Daily Blackouts to Total Blackouts appeared first on Havana Times.

Watching the World Cup in Havana Without Electricity
Worldklix-bahavana-times2mo ago2 sources

Watching the World Cup in Havana Without Electricity

In Regla, neighbors, pedicab drivers, and even police stopped in front of a bar with a generator during the Argentina and Cabo Verde match. The post Watching the World Cup in Havana Without Electricity appeared first on Havana Times.

Venezuela: Eternity Beneath the Rubble
World2mo ago

Venezuela: Eternity Beneath the Rubble

The brief moment of seismic shaking buries you beneath the rubble in seconds, then hours stretch into an eternity. The post Venezuela: Eternity Beneath the Rubble appeared first on Havana Times.

Concerns Over Worsening Situation in Cuba
Worldhavana-times3mo ago

Concerns Over Worsening Situation in Cuba

An article from Havana Times expresses deep concern and confusion over the deteriorating situation in Cuba, highlighting that conditions could worsen beyond current shortages and deprivation.

Reflections on Moving in Curitiba, Brazil
Culturehavana-times3mo ago

Reflections on Moving in Curitiba, Brazil

A Havana Times contributor shares personal observations and experiences about the process of moving in Curitiba, Brazil, contrasting it with their 43 years of never moving in Cuba.

International News Briefs for May 1, 2026
Worldhavana-times4mo ago

International News Briefs for May 1, 2026

Havana Times published a compilation of top international news stories for Friday, May 1, 2026, sourced from Democracy Now. The briefs cover various global events from that specific day.

Social Commentary on Animal Abandonment in Cuba
Worldhavana-times4mo ago

Social Commentary on Animal Abandonment in Cuba

A report from Havana Times highlights the normalized issue of animal abandonment in Cuba, emphasizing the pain experienced by those who are not indifferent to the plight of these animals. The article includes ten accompanying photos.

Roberta Sá – Song of the Day
Culture4mo ago

Roberta Sá – Song of the Day

Today we feature the Brazilian vocalist Roberta Sa with the song “Agua Doce” recorded in September, 2025.    The post Roberta Sá – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

The Cuban Beggar Syndrome
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

The Cuban Beggar Syndrome

It’s time to understand that dignity is not begged for, freedom does not arrive on an oil tanker, and by begging we cannot prosper. The post The Cuban Beggar Syndrome appeared first on Havana Times.

Luis Bonfa – Song of the Day
Culturehavana-times5mo ago

Luis Bonfa – Song of the Day

Today's featured artist is Brazilian guitarist Luis Bonfa with the song “Lila” off his album “Jazz 'Round Midnight” (1963).   The post Luis Bonfa – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

Where is Nicaraguan Indigenous Leader Brooklyn Rivera?
Worldhavana-times5mo ago

Where is Nicaraguan Indigenous Leader Brooklyn Rivera?

Sources linked to the Nicaraguan Army said the indigenous leader was “in dangerously poor health in police custody in a Managua hospital.” The post Where is Nicaraguan Indigenous Leader Brooklyn Rivera? appeared first on Havana Times.

Cuba Pulls Doctors from Jamaica Over New Conditions
Worldhavana-times6mo ago

Cuba Pulls Doctors from Jamaica Over New Conditions

The Jamaican Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it began approaching Cuba last July and has received no response. The post Cuba Pulls Doctors from Jamaica Over New Conditions appeared first on Havana Times.

International News Briefs for Monday, March 9, 2026
Worldhavana-times6mo ago

International News Briefs for Monday, March 9, 2026

We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Monday, March 9 2026. The post International News Briefs for Monday, March 9, 2026 appeared first on Havana Times.

Goodbye, Crazy
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

Goodbye, Crazy

A few days ago while I was walking, I heard mournful howls. I then realized they were coming from a dog lying in a flowerbed beneath a tree. The post Goodbye, Crazy appeared first on Havana Times.

Matanzas, Cuba: No One Asks Anymore Why the Power Went Out
Worldhavana-times6mo ago

Matanzas, Cuba: No One Asks Anymore Why the Power Went Out

“You just have to ground yourself,” Ricardo says, shrugging his shoulders. “Because if you start thinking too much about this, you go crazy.” The post Matanzas, Cuba: No One Asks Anymore Why the Power Went Out appeared first on Havana Times.

Dariel Amant – Song of the Day
Culturehavana-times6mo ago

Dariel Amant – Song of the Day

Today's featured artist is Dominican-USA artist Dariel Amant with the song "La Espina" from the album "Cuatro Rosas" (2024). The post Dariel Amant – Song of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

“Participatory Democracy” in Nicaragua
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

“Participatory Democracy” in Nicaragua

This cartoon by Px Molina illustrates what the Murillo-Ortega family dictatorship consider a participatory democracy. The post “Participatory Democracy” in Nicaragua appeared first on Havana Times.

Loving Myself, a Souvenir Shop in Vedado, Havana
Businesshavana-times6mo ago

Loving Myself, a Souvenir Shop in Vedado, Havana

Although many may think that the prices are not very affordable, this shop shows what a private entrepreneur can accomplish. (12 photos) The post Loving Myself, a Souvenir Shop in Vedado, Havana appeared first on Havana Times.

Washington and Cuba and the Evidence of Real Change
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Washington and Cuba and the Evidence of Real Change

Too many times, a new process of transformation has been announced that ends up being merely a change of tone, a reversible concession... The post Washington and Cuba and the Evidence of Real Change appeared first on Havana Times.

Nicaragua: In 2026 the Dictatorship Increases Repression
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Nicaragua: In 2026 the Dictatorship Increases Repression

Human rights violations increased in January, notes Monitoreo Azul y Blanco, which reports more cases of harassment, threats, & detentions. The post Nicaragua: In 2026 the Dictatorship Increases Repression appeared first on Havana Times.

Jose Ruben Zamora: “We Need to Refound Guatemala”
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

Jose Ruben Zamora: “We Need to Refound Guatemala”

“People have confidence in journalism. With my work I have wanted to honor journalists who gave their lives for a free society.” The post Jose Ruben Zamora: “We Need to Refound Guatemala” appeared first on Havana Times.

The End of an Empire? Is the USA a Dictatorship?
Politicshavana-times6mo ago

The End of an Empire? Is the USA a Dictatorship?

I asked some foreign reporters how they saw the USA, and they unequivocally told me that it seems to be a country that is self-destructing. The post The End of an Empire? Is the USA a Dictatorship? appeared first on Havana Times.