A curious story from Cuba highlights the ongoing cycle of emigration, where a father returns to the island while his son simultaneously leaves, reflecting a persistent societal trend.

Facing limited resources and tightening sanctions, Cuban conservationists are employing creative methods, including freedivers and repurposed materials, to protect the pristine coral reefs of Ciénaga de Zapata national park.

US Senator Marco Rubio announced sanctions against Cuba's CUPET, effectively derailing a previously reported agreement to send 250,000 barrels of diesel and gasoline to the island nation.

The US has imposed sanctions against Cuba's state-owned oil and gas company, Cupet, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserting that its key assets were unlawfully expropriated from American owners years ago.

The Trump administration imposed sanctions on Cuba's state-owned oil and gas company, escalating pressure on Havana's communist government and targeting a sector central to the island's energy crisis.

The White House is defending its sanctions against Cuba, even as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, warns that these measures are negatively impacting the human rights of the Cuban population, particularly their access to essential supplies and services.

An article reflects on the concept of exile and its meaning for Cubans, prompted by a friend's question about the use of the word in a published piece. It explores the enduring connection to Cuba despite living abroad.

Many Cubans are increasingly viewing a potential US attack, long portrayed by the regime as a threat, as a possible way out of the nation's ongoing collapse.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has sharply criticized new US sanctions against Cuba, warning that the fuel blockade directly threatens the lives of the most vulnerable Cubans.

Miami annually recreates Havana as a 'pristine paradise lost' in the revolution, reflecting America's nostalgia for a Cuba that no longer exists.

Cubans are experiencing extreme hardship due to persistent and prolonged electricity outages, leading to a lack of power, gas, and sleep. The endless blackouts have pushed residents to the brink, causing widespread frustration and instability.

An article discusses how US naval movements in the Caribbean are often interpreted through a Cuba-centric lens, despite their routine operational context.

Raul Castro appeared in public with Cuba's top military officials, celebrating his 95th birthday with Miguel Diaz-Canel, who used the slogan "Raul is Cuba, and Cuba is untouchable!"

Children who grew up during Cuba's severe 1990s crisis are now facing new disasters as parents, with one teenager remarking, 'I never had a childhood.'

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions targeting the Cuban Institute of Friendship, an alleged revolutionary Cuban influence network tied to U.S. left-wing NGOs.

A report highlights the current state of children's playgrounds in Matanzas, Cuba, noting a significant decline from decades past when every neighborhood had a small playground. The article includes 23 photos illustrating what remains today.

The Trump administration is intensifying pressure on Cuba's political leadership through sanctions against President Díaz-Canel and his inner circle, an energy blockade, and the indictment of Raúl Castro, aiming to force regime change. A deadline for foreign companies to cease collaboration with the island is set for this Friday.

An individual reflects on the experience of cultivating and using marijuana in Cuba, highlighting the awareness of its illegal status and the accompanying paranoia.

The Bitiri Guesthouse in Mayarí, Cuba, is highlighted as an embodiment of Cuban hospitality, offering a unique experience in the land of rivers and mountains.

An executive order from Washington, threatening to freeze assets of foreign companies on the island, is set to take effect on Friday, with some hotel chains already announcing severed ties, further weakening Cuba's tourism industry.

A photo essay captures the daily routines and various encounters experienced while walking the streets of Cojimar, a town in Havana, Cuba.

Cuba is facing an unavoidable reckoning, with US pressure being of dubious morality, yet Havana appears to have little choice but to negotiate a deal. The situation highlights the complex diplomatic and economic challenges for the island nation.

Iberostar has followed Blue Diamond Resorts of Canada in severing ties with 12 military-owned hotels in Cuba, impacting the country's tourism sector.

An individual recounts overcoming fear to take four dance classes in one weekend at Melbourne’s Rising festival, rediscovering the simple joy of dancing.

A collection of photographs aims to preserve the memory of train travel in Cuba, a mode of transport that shaped the lives of thousands of Cubans for decades.

Florida-based company Vanguard has suspended a shipment of 250,000 barrels of oil to Cuba, citing operational restrictions created by Washington's decision to sanction Cupet.

An ordinary house in Havana serves as an unexpected gathering place where people discuss poetry, even during blackouts, fostering a unique literary community.

Ken Alexander from the United States captured 'Casa Cuba' in Havana, which was selected as the 'Photo of the Day' by Havana Times.

The abrupt end of the school year and precarious living conditions in Cuba are reportedly contributing to an increase in child and teenage thieves. The ongoing crisis is seen as a major factor in this social issue.

Cuba's top envoy emphasized the country's economic potential and opportunities for Korean investment and trade at the Cuba Business Forum, despite decades of US sanctions.

Cuba is set to facilitate greater private fuel imports from the USA, following a historic agreement in May 2026 where US-based Vanguard Energy finalized a deal to lease storage facilities from the Cuban government.

Cuba’s top envoy to the US has stated that Trump’s sanctions on Cuban leaders are a ‘pretext’ for military action, describing the situation as ‘a war without bombs’.

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba, with tremors felt in Florida, near where the English national football team is preparing for a match.

Cuba experienced a 6.1 magnitude earthquake, while Iran's southern Hormozgan province reported a 5.0 magnitude quake, both occurring within hours of each other.

Demonstrations are escalating in Havana, Cuba, with protesters blocking the Vía Blanca Highway, as the country faces one of its worst weeks for electrical system failures, unable to meet national demand.

Property claims in Cuba, frozen since the 1960s, are being reactivated and used as instruments of "reconquest."

Millions of Cubans are facing tightening economic conditions, with state propaganda defending GAESA, a term previously unfamiliar to many, amidst growing public discontent.

The US editor for a publication has put forward a 'modest proposal' suggesting that Cuba should become the 51st state of America.

The article argues that the failure of the Cuban Revolution is an undeniable fact, as it was never able to provide for the material well-being of its population on its own, suggesting that acknowledging this failure is a task for the left.

An article from Havana Times questions the current state and changes within Cuba's long-standing centralized communications system.

The article reflects on the Obama administration's opening toward Cuba in 2016, a period many view as a high point in diplomacy between the two nations.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sanctioned five Cuban entities, including ICAP, alleging their ties to a US nonprofit network funded by communist donor Neville Roy Singham enable Cuba's subversive operations.

A protest took place in Marianao, Havana, where a mother was reportedly taken away by authorities, leaving her young son crying inconsolably in the street.

A Cuban journalist shares her experience of launching the island's first independent magazine, detailing the isolation, monitoring, and interrogations she faced for attempting to tell the story of Cuban life without interference.

Raúl Castro celebrates his 95th birthday as an elderly figure facing pressure from the US justice system, a stark contrast to his diplomatic engagements a decade ago.

A Cuban YouTuber, Eduardo Ceballos, has reportedly been imprisoned, separated from his home and daughter, as part of the Cuban regime's ongoing crackdown on dissidents.

An article discusses the experience of learning to be autistic in Cuba, questioning the notion of autism as an innate condition within the context of social collapse.

An incident involving a dog has caused significant stir in Cuban circles this past week, reportedly pitting Cuba and Mexico against each other.

Cuba has suspended its university entrance exams, impacting twelfth-grade students who had been preparing for them under challenging conditions.

Cuba has begun distributing powdered milk donated by Mexico and Uruguay as the island nation faces severe shortages of the essential commodity.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel announced a package of economic reforms aimed at attracting foreign investment, expanding economic participation for Cubans living abroad, and decentralizing parts of the country's administration.

Havana Times published a photo essay showcasing unique and unusual architectural features of buildings, accompanied by 12 photographs.

A US Representative claims Cuba's communist regime is on the verge of collapse due to internal issues like blackouts and food shortages, and external threats from China, Russia, and Iran near US borders.

A personal reflection on the arduous process of obtaining a passport, acknowledging that the document itself does not guarantee the ability to travel.

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on Union Cuba-Petroleo, Cuba's national oil company, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio denouncing the entity for 'unlawfully expropriating' US resources.

Havana is expected to experience high temperatures ranging from 31 to 34°C (88 to 93°F) and lows between 21 to 23°C (70 to 73°F) for the week of June 11-17, with sea surface temperatures around 28°C (82°F).

Hotel workers in Cuba are identified as the primary victims of the country's tourism debacle, with the crisis severely impacting communities around the Varadero peninsula.

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake, the strongest in nearly 150 years, struck off the coast of Cuba, shaking Florida. There were no immediate reports of significant damage or casualties.

The National Interest warns that a collapse of state power in Cuba could create a dangerous security vacuum on the US' doorstep, urging caution regarding US policy towards the island nation.

A report indicates that Cuba is mobilizing its militias, following warnings from its leader about potential U.S. military action against the communist-controlled island nation. This comes amidst increasing fears of a U.S. invasion.

An individual recounts an afternoon stroll through the central park of Holguín, Cuba, observing everyday life and details.

The Trump administration is creating conditions for US tourism companies like Marriott and Airbnb to potentially re-enter Cuba, after foreign operators were threatened by an executive order.

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Many Cubans, facing economic hardship and disillusionment, are leaving the island in large numbers. The article highlights the struggles and motivations behind this significant emigration trend.

Cuba is set to open its hotel sector to management by Cubans both at home and abroad, following the departure of international hotel chains from the island.

Sunwing Vacations Group has indefinitely cancelled all its operations to Cuba, following an earlier decision to suspend services from June to October.

Cuba has announced plans to cease accepting payments made with Visa and Mastercard, impacting international transactions on the island.

Visa and Mastercard payment services are no longer available in Cuba, effective Saturday, impacting financial transactions for residents and visitors. Economists are explaining the potential effects of this withdrawal on the Cuban economy.

Residents of Havana, Cuba, have been living for months with accumulating piles of garbage on nearly every street corner, leading to a crisis involving rats, flies, and rot.

Despite U.S. predictions of collapse and challenges like rationed power and a decimated tourism industry, Cuba's government remains in charge, with its citizens continuing to cope.

Archipelago International has terminated its management relationship with Cuba's military-owned Gaesa, following similar moves by other international hotel chains.

Serious human rights concerns have been raised after a 16-year-old was reportedly subjected to harsh prison conditions in Cuba for peacefully protesting. This incident highlights the Cuban regime's approach to its youth.

Cubans are reportedly exhibiting symptoms of "chronic emotional exhaustion" rather than temporary stress, highlighting the significant psychological cost of the ongoing crisis in the country.

An analysis suggests efforts are underway to manufacture public consent for a potential invasion of Cuba by the Trump administration.