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Protests in Havana Over Water and Power Shortages as April Begins
Havana neighborhoods report spontaneous protests in early April 2026 due to critical water shortages and persistent blackouts.
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ICE deports 117 Cubans: 2026 total reaches historic levels
New mass ICE deportations bring total Cubans expelled in 2026 to 427, as energy crisis continues devastating the island.
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Cuban Deportations Hit 427 in 2026: Unprecedented Escalation
United States deports 117 more Cubans to Havana as annual tally reaches 427 deportees across just nine flights since January.
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Havana Drowning in Garbage: Only 44 of 106 Trash Trucks Operating
Cuba's fuel crisis paralyzes waste collection in Havana, creating a public health emergency with rising risks of dengue and leptospirosis.
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Diplomats in Havana Prepare Evacuation as Cuba Negotiates in Secret
Embassies in Havana draw down staff as WFP warns of imminent food crisis, while Cuba and the US hold secret talks in Mexico.
History 4 min read
The USS Maine Explosion: the Sinking That Changed Cuba
On February 15, 1898, the battleship USS Maine exploded in Havana Harbor, triggering the Spanish-American War and reshaping Cuba's future.
Gastronomy 5 min read
Coppelia: Cuba's Cathedral of Ice Cream Serving 35,000 Daily
The story of Coppelia, Cuba's most iconic ice cream parlor founded in 1966. Its futuristic architecture, tropical flavors, and cultural legacy.
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Electric Vehicles Replace Classic Cars on Cuba's Streets
The fuel crisis accelerates Cuba's shift to electric tricycles and buses on the streets of Havana.
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Fire at Havana's Ñico López Refinery Deepens Cuba's Energy Crisis
A fire at Cuba's largest refinery was quickly controlled. The blaze hit a warehouse, not processing areas, but heightens fears amid severe fuel shortages.
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Mexican Navy Ships Deliver 814 Tons of Humanitarian Aid to Cuba
Two Mexican Navy vessels docked in Havana carrying food and powdered milk as humanitarian aid amid Cuba's deepening energy crisis.
Products 5 min read
Cuban Cocktails: Mojito, Daiquiri, Cuba Libre and More Classics
Complete guide to Cuba's most famous cocktails: mojito, daiquiri, cuba libre and other iconic drinks born in Havana bars.
Culture 4 min read
Cuban Dominoes: Much More Than a Game, a National Tradition
Discover the history and traditions of dominoes in Cuba, the national pastime that unites generations in parks, porches, and streets across the island.
Culture 4 min read
Fusterlandia: The Cuban Neighborhood Turned Living Mosaic Art
Discover Fusterlandia, the Cuban village transformed into mosaic art by José Fuster. History, naïve art, and the magic of Jaimanitas.
Culture 5 min read
Art Deco Architecture in Havana: Hidden Gems from the 1930s
Discover Havana's most stunning Art Deco buildings, from the Bacardí Building to the América Theater — Cuba's overlooked architectural treasures.
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Cuba's Transport Crisis: Fares Double as Public Transit Collapses
The US oil blockade paralyzes Cuba's public transport. Taxis run out of fuel, fares double, and electric tricycles emerge as the only alternative.
Gastronomy 5 min read
The Daiquiri: Story of the Cocktail Born in Cuba's Iron Mines
Discover the history of the Daiquiri, the Cuban cocktail Hemingway loved. From Santiago's mines to El Floridita in Havana.
Culture 4 min read
Havana Book Fair Postponed: Fuel Crisis Hits Cuban Culture
The 34th Havana International Book Fair, scheduled for Feb 12-22 at La Cabaña fortress, is postponed due to Cuba's deepening fuel crisis.
Culture 4 min read
Havana's Salsa Festival Celebrates Orquesta Revé's 70th Anniversary
The 10th Festival de la Salsa honors a decade of music and 70 years of Elito Revé y su Charangón at Havana's Club 500.
Products 6 min read
Coppelia Ice Cream: Cuba's Cathedral of Ice Cream Turns 60
The history, flavors, and current state of Havana's iconic Coppelia ice cream parlor, Cuba's sweetest institution since 1966.
Culture 4 min read
Leonardo Padura Presents Morir en la Arena at Hay Festival 2026
The master of Cuban noir fiction presents his new novel in Barranquilla, exploring 50 years of Cuba's history.
Gastronomy 4 min read
Picadillo a la Habanera: Cuba's Most Beloved Everyday Dish
The history, traditional recipe, and secrets of Cuban picadillo — the humble ground beef dish that conquered every table in Cuba.
Culture 4 min read
Tropicana: The Paradise Under the Stars That Dazzled the World
The history of Havana's Tropicana cabaret from 1939 to today. Architecture, shows, and its enduring Cuban cultural legacy.
Culture 5 min read
Havana's Chinatown: 179 Years of Cultural Legacy in Cuba
The world's second-largest Chinatown outside Asia was born in Cuba in 1847. Discover its remarkable history.
Gastronomy 5 min read
Cuban Daiquiri: History of the Cocktail That Conquered the World
Discover the origins of the daiquiri in Santiago de Cuba, its perfection at Havana's El Floridita, and the original recipe of Cuba's most famous cocktail.
Culture 3 min read
Havana Book Fair Postponed Amid Cuba's Deepening Fuel Crisis
The 34th Havana International Book Fair, dedicated to Fidel Castro's centennial with Russia as guest country, suspended indefinitely.
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Historic Design Institute Building Collapses Again in Havana
ISDi building suffers another collapse, one year after previous incident. 165-year-old in demolition.
Culture 4 min read
Jazz Plaza 2026: Havana Beats to Jazz Rhythms Amid Crisis
Jazz Plaza celebrated its 40th edition in Havana (Jan 25-Feb 1) with 286 international artists, proving Cuban music endures despite blackouts.
Gastronomy 4 min read
Cuban Mojito: History, Recipe and Secrets of the Iconic Cocktail
Discover the history of the mojito, Cuba's most famous cocktail. Authentic recipe, origins, and where to try it.
Products 3 min read
Cuban Perfumes by Suchel Camacho: Havana's Aromatic Legacy
Explore Suchel Camacho, Cuba's iconic perfume house. From Coral Negro to Mariposa, discover fragrances that capture the essence of the island.
Culture 3 min read
Jazz Plaza 2026: Havana Pulses with Music Despite It All
The 41st International Jazz Plaza Festival brought together over 1,500 artists from 20 countries. A chronicle of Cuban musical resilience.
News 2 min read
Old Havana Restoration Reaches a New Milestone
Rehabilitation work in the historic quarter reveals colonial frescoes from the 18th century.