Havana faces a worsening garbage crisis as a fuel blockade limits garbage collection. Enormous piles of waste have become a common sight, hindering everyday life. Tough Job for Cleaners José Fernández Zaldívar, 79, earns about $9 monthly sweeping San Rafael Boulevard. Despite his efforts, he often returns home to find litter blocking his front gate....
The United States military has conducted over 60 strikes targeting suspected drug smuggling operations off the South American coast. These operations have resulted in the deaths of more than 200 individuals. The strikes took place in the eastern Pacific and were ordered by General Francis L. Donovan, the head of the Southern Command. On Saturday,...
On Sunday, Colombians will head to the polls in an election seen as a significant test for the Latin American left. Recent trends suggest a growing influence of right-wing leaders in the region, with support from figures like President Trump. Polls indicate a stark choice for voters between left and far-right candidates. Iván Cepeda, a...
Immigration officials have decided to deport a pregnant woman, Anabella Gyasi, and her 4-year-old son back to Ghana. They were held at Washington Dulles International Airport for over a week. Anabella Gyasi was deemed an asylum seeker, which resulted in the nullification of her tourist visa. This situation unfolded at Dulles, where she and her...
Hundreds of immigration detainees at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, have engaged in a hunger strike since mid-May. This has led to protests outside the privately managed facility over concerns related to detention conditions and immigration enforcement. Advocates and relatives of the detainees reported that the strike began with approximately...
Cuban authorities have shown strong support for Raúl Castro, their former president, following his indictment on murder charges. These charges stem from the downing of two civilian planes 30 years ago. The indictment was announced a day prior in Miami, where Mr. Castro faces charges for his alleged involvement in the 1996 incident. Despite these...
Months into President Trump’s oil blockade against Cuba, many Cubans depend heavily on relatives in the U.S. for essential support. South Floridians are shipping boxes filled with canned meats, rice, beans, and other staples to help feed their hungry families. The situation in Cuba has become dire, with food shortages, frequent blackouts, and stifling heat....
The U.S. oil blockade has severely impacted daily life in Cuba, leaving millions without access to cooking gas. In Santiago de Cuba, known as the birthplace of the Cuban revolution, residents face harsh realities as they adapt to this energy crisis. Life Without Cooking Gas In Santiago de Cuba, residents of five 18-story apartment towers...
Iran’s state media has issued a warning to the United States regarding potential risks as military tensions escalate ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The statement comes after the U.S. resumed military operations targeting Iran. A report from Nour News, linked to Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, cautioned the U.S.: “If the USA are...
The U.S. military carried out a rapid response exercise in Caracas, Venezuela, on Saturday. This comes more than four months after the departure of former President Nicolás Maduro. The exercise involved two Marine Corps Osprey aircraft, combining helicopter and airplane features. They flew over the newly reopened U.S. Embassy and landed in the parking area,...