The United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) and its allies reached a majority in the national political arena after triumphing in 212 council halls during Sunday’s municipal elections.»

The Armed Forces of Colombia-People’s Army (FARC-EP) and the government of that country conclude another round of talks in Havana this Sunday, focused on seeking solutions to the illegal drugs problem.»

The 18th World Festival of Youth and Students opened doors to debates among representatives of the world youth, coming from 83 nations at Quito’s Bicentenary Park.»

This Sunday, 19 millions of Venezuelans are called to vote, in order to elect 2,792 representatives, among them 335 municipal mayors, and two metropolitan mayors.»

Dozens of Ecuadorians warmly welcomed the Cuban delegation to the 18th World Festival of Youth and Students, which arrived in this capital today.»

Recent productions of German, Czech, Polish, South Korean and Caribbean cinematography will be shown in parallel screenings in the coming days as part of the 35th International Festival of New Latin American Cinema in Havana.»

Various U.S. political and social sectors expressed today sorrow for the death of the first black president of South Africa and iconic world leader, Nelson Mandela.»

President Jacob Zuma confirmed today the death of South Africa’s former head of state, saying, “Our nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father.”»

Dead today at age 95 in his Johannesburg residence, Nelson Mandela is one of the greatest examples of political leadership in the history of humanity, with sacrifice and devotion to his beloved South Africa.»

World icon against racism, Nelson Mandela, died today in his Johannesburg residence at age 95 and surrounded by a large number of relatives, friends and representatives of the South African government. During 2013, his health conditions deteriorated gradually. In March, Mandela underwent an operation. From June onward, his lung problems worsened and was hospitalized in Pretoria in a “critical situation”. »