The Institute for the Study of the Americas in Chapel Hill, University of North Carolina, will host two forums October 24th focusing on the Cuban anti-terrorist fighters held in US jails since 1998.»

Cuban President Raul Castro received former head of state of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay Tabare Vazquez, who is visiting the island.»

Judoka Idalys Ortiz, Olympic and World Champion, leads the Cuban women’s judo team, traveling to St. Petersburg, Russia, headquarters of the 2nd World Combat Games, announced JIT.»

Fidel Castro was the main defendant in the attack on Moncada Garrison case.»

The specialized and multidisciplinary healthcare provided to retinitis pigmentosa patients in Sancti Spiritus, central Cuba, has made it possible to reduce the development of this chronic degenerative disease.»

The Cuban women’s soccer squad, U-20, beat the national team 2-1 in the first of 2 agreed warm up games celebrated at the capital’s Pedro Marrero Stadium, that will house the 2nd match on Tuesday.»

Cristina Fernández will have to stay at her residence for a month, where she will be strictly monitored.»

The Provincial Festival of Youth and Students was concluded last Saturday in Sancti Spiritus.»

Foreign Minister Serguei Lavrov reiterated Russia’s warning against possible attempts by Syrian armed opposition groups to hinder the destruction of the country’s chemical arsenal and thereby reopen the way to a military intervention.»

Before the World Trade Organization (WTO), Cuba denounced the damage the U.S. blockade has caused the island’s health sector, including blocking its ability to purchase medicines for its population.»