At dawn on Sunday, November 10, 2024, eastern Cuba was rocked by two earthquakes measuring 6 and 6.7 on the Richter scale, alarming the population. According to the National Center for Seismological Research (Cenais), the epicenters were located in the Caribbean Sea, 32 kilometers from Pilón in Granma Province. These quakes, among the strongest in…
The re-election of Donald Trump as President of the United States in 2024 promises a significant shift in the relationship between the United States and Cuba. His return to a hardline policy toward the island anticipates potential changes in sanctions, the economy, remittances, travel, and diplomacy. In this article, we explore how this victory might…
The Cuban state-owned online store, Mallhaitech Cuba, is facing increasing public scrutiny following allegations of deceptive practices that have left numerous Cuban families empty-handed. According to a growing number of social media complaints, customers who paid for appliances through the Mallhaitech platform have yet to receive their purchases. These grievances have sparked widespread criticism and…
Tropical Storm Rafael, which threatens to become a hurricane, is approaching western Cuba, prompting Civil Defense to declare the Cyclonic Alert Phase in five provinces and the special municipality of Isla de la Juventud. Formed on Monday, November 4, Rafael has sustained winds of 75 kilometers per hour, with higher gusts and a minimum pressure…
The Cuban regime’s Armed Forces recently announced an upcoming “working visit” by Russian warships to the port of Havana. This naval engagement, scheduled for late July 2024, highlights the ongoing military cooperation between Cuba and Russia, raising questions about its implications for regional dynamics and international relations. Details of the Russian Naval Visit According to…
The Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric power plant in Matanzas, Cuba’s largest, is scheduled for a four-day shutdown to undergo essential maintenance. This announcement comes as the country grapples with a severe energy crisis, sparking concerns among citizens already burdened by frequent power outages. Maintenance Goals and Current Operations Engineers at the facility are focusing on three…
The long-awaited evacuation of Cuban nationals who have been stranded in Haiti since February is now underway. The evacuees are being transported by bus to Cap-Haitien in the north, due to the closure of Port-au-Prince airport. From there, they will board a flight operated by Sunrise Airways to return to Cuba. The Cuban Foreign Ministry…
In December 2022, Cuba’s National Assembly approved a sweeping new Public Health Law that formally recognizes citizens’ right to die with dignity. According to Dr. Taymí Martínez Naranjo, an influential member of both Cuba’s Council of State and the National Assembly, this legal provision paves the way for the future legalization of euthanasia on the…
Since Cuba eased passport regulations in July 2023, over 119,500 Cuban emigrants have applied to renew their passports at consulates abroad. The new rules extend passport validity to 10 years, eliminate burdensome biannual renewal requirements, and reduce fees, driving a surge in demand. High Demand Strains Consular Resources According to Laura Pujol Torres, head of…
The Cuban government has delayed a planned over 500% increase in fuel prices that was scheduled to take effect on February 1st, 2023 due to an alleged “cybersecurity incident,” a government official announced on Wednesday. Earlier this month, authorities had announced the price hike as part of a series of measures aimed at decreasing the…
ETECSA has launched a new promotion for recharging your mobile line in Cuba from overseas between January 25th and January 31st, 2024. What The Promotion Includes If you receive an international recharge from abroad between 500 CUP and 1,250 CUP, you will get five times the balance added to your main account. In addition, if…
The Council of the European Union has recently approved the implementation of a digital Schengen visa system to facilitate the application process. This initiative allows applicants to complete the process online, with some exceptions, and represents a significant advancement in simplifying travel procedures to the Schengen area. Fernando Grande-Marlaska, Acting Minister of the Interior of…