Casa de las Americas Literary Prize -created in 1960- chose the city of Cienfuegos as its host for the 14th consecutive ocassion, for the works of its jury, said expert Juan Mesa to Prensa Latina.»
Descemer Bueno Granted Three Latino Grammy Awards
Las Vegas Grand Garden was the scenario for the Cuban tune Bailando (Dancing) by songwriter Descemer Bueno and Gente de Zona band to take three Latino Grammy awards. »
Cuba: Havana Finalist in Wonder Cities Contest
Havana is among the 14 finalists of the contest New 7 Wonders Cities, in which millions of people will vote to choose the seven most wonderful cities worldwide.»
Raul Castro Greets 55th Anniversary of Cuba’s Danza Contemporanea
Cuban President Raul Castro today congratulated the Contemporary Dance Company on the occasion of the 55th anniversary of its creation by Ramiro Guerra.»
Image of La Caridad del Cobre Virgin at Vatican Gardens
A replica of the image of the Virgin of La Caridad del Cobre will be placed today at the Vatican Gardens, said Pope Francis, sending his greetings to all Cuban Catholics.»
Renowned Luis Carbonell Dies Passes Away in Havana
Cuban famous poetry-reader Luis Carbonell died today at 90 years old, sources closed to the artist reported.»
Int’l Underwater Photography Contest Kicks Off in Cuba
A new edition of the International Underwater Photography Event began working sessions today at Cayo Largo del Sur, in southwestern Cuba.»
Photo Book on Fidel Castro at Buenos Aires Fair
“Fidel, a history, five opinions,” containing pictures by the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, will be launched today at Buenos Aires International Book Fair (FILBA), one of the largest literary parties in the Spanish-speaking world.»
Havana to Host International Dance Festival in Urban Landscapes
“Arroz con mango”,Rice and Mangos, from the Venezuelan choreographer Inés Rojas, will be premiered in the Cuban capital in the upcoming International Festival of Dance in Urban Landscapes, from next April 16.»
Cuban Film Awarded in Spanish Festival
Cuban film Conducta, by Ernesto Daranas won the awards for best film, best director and best actress for Alina Rodriguez in the Latin American section of the Malaga Film Festival.»
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