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Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucia, who helped to expand flamenco music worldwide, died today in Mexico, said an announcement issued from city hall in Algeciras, Andalusia, where de Lucia was born.»
Guitar and Flamenco Icon Paco de Lucia Dies
Lula da Silva and Raul Castro Visit Mariel Special Development Zone
Former Brazilian head of state Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva and President Raul Castro toured the Special Development Zone, under works at the Mariel Port, where the visitor described the project as the opportunity for an industrial revolution for Cuba.»
Cuban President Raul Castro Attends Reopening of Teatro Martí
Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, first secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and president of the Councils of State and Ministers, attended the reopening of iconic Teatro Martí, in Havana.»
Venezuelan Survey Results Support President Nicolas Maduro
At least 42 percent of Venezuelans consider that President Nicolás Maduro must fulfill his presidential term through 2019, according to the latest survey carried out by Hiterlaces pollster.»
FARC-EP, Colombian Govt. Peace Talks Begins New Cycle
The 21st cycle of peace talks between the FARC-EP and the Colombian government begins today in Havana, focused on the solution to the problem of illegal drugs, third issue of their six-item agenda.»
Book Fair Begins Tour of Cuba
The great Cuban book and reading fair begins today a tour of the island, after 10 days of sales, launchings, and theoretical debates in Havana.»
Cuba 5-0 Kazakhstan: Error or Masterstroke?
Sancti Spiritus Yosbany Veitia, the WSB’s undefeated number one ranked Light Flyweight, was in stunning form again.»
Venezuela Deputy Minister Denounces U.S. Plans in the Region
Venezuelan Deputy Foreign Minister for North America Claudia Salerno agreed with experts about the situation generated by the right wing in the country, which points to the same policy applied by the United States in the continent.»
Mexico and Cuba Hold Inter-Parliamentary Meeting
The 14th Mexico-Cuba Inter-Parliamentary Meeting is taking place today in Mexico to strengthen ties of friendship and cooperation between the two countries, legislators attending the event said.»
Unmistakable Colonial-Styled Sancti Spiritus
The central Cuban city of Sancti Spiritus readies to welcome an event eagerly awaited by local residents: the celebration of the 500th foundation anniversary of the narrow streets, red-clay-tile- roof houses, and unmistakable colonial-styled village. Formerly established near Tuinucu River, the town was later on moved to the banks of Yayabo River, where residents finally settled down. Eusebio Leal Praises »