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Russian Communist Leader: Cuba Made a 'Fatal Error' Betting on Tourism
Daria Mitina of Russia's United Communist Party said Cuba invested 32% in tourism vs. 12% in energy — calling it a 'fatal strategic mistake.'
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Cuba's Health System "On Brink of Collapse" Due to US Oil Blockade
Cuba's Health Minister tells AP: 5 million chronic patients affected, ambulances without fuel, hospitals without power.
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Mariel Port to Charge USD from Private Sector Starting March
Mariel Special Development Zone will charge USD to SMEs and private actors from March 1st. State enterprises will continue paying in CUP.
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Cuba Tourism Collapse: 1.8 Million Visitors in 2025
Cuba closes 2025 with only 1.8 million tourists, a 17% drop and its worst data in decades. Fuel and energy shortages plunge the sector into crisis.
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Turismo de Colores: Cuba's Green Bet Amid Crisis
Faced with the exhaustion of the sun and beach model and resource shortages, Cuba attempts to relaunch its tourism sector by focusing on nature and ecotourism.
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Willie Colón, Salsa Legend, Dies at 75
The Bronx trombonist, four-time collaborator with Celia Cruz and creator of 'Siembra', passed away on February 21st at 75 in New York.
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DHS: 7% of Cuba's Population Entered the U.S. Under Biden
Homeland Security claims 7% of all Cubans crossed illegally into the US between 2021 and 2025. Cuba ranks alongside Nicaragua.
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Cuban Security Forces Leave Venezuela Under US Pressure
Cuban military advisers and doctors are exiting Venezuela as Delcy Rodriguez yields to Washington's pressure, according to a Reuters exclusive.
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DHS Admits Errors in 'Worst' Migrants List: 1,900 Cubans Included
The DHS website showcasing detained migrants as worst criminals is riddled with errors. About 1,900 Cubans are listed.