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Cuban workers condemn US blockade Havana, Cuba, Oct 23.- the Cuban Workers' Confederation (CTC) and the national trade unions released a statement strongly condemning over 50 yearlong US economic, financial and commercial US blockade on Cuba

Cuba and Mexico ratify their solidarity in case of natural disasters Havana, Cuba, Oct 23.- Agustín Rodríguez de la Gala, Minister Counselor of the Mexican Embassy in Cuba, affirmed the strong ties of collaboration and solidarity between the two countries after the tragedies caused by Hurricane Irma on the Island and the earthquakes Mexico.



October 20: Celebration of Cuban Culture By Granma                                                                                                                                                                               October offers two important anniversaries in the history of Cuba, the beginning of the country's wars of independence and national Cuban Culture Day.


Russia floats brand new hydrofoil passenger ship after two-decade pause Russia, Oct 23.- A new hydrofoil ship meant to transport up to 120 passengers along sea coast routes has been floated by a Russian producer. The design was popular in the Soviet Union, but modern Russia has not built such vessels for almost two decades.

Photo stories

Of Camagüey, in black and white When in 1861 the physicist James Clerk Maxwell surprised the world with the first color photographs, many thought it would be the beginning of the great end of black and white. The interest always what is new, combined with the possibility to capture images exactly as seen by the human eye, was without a doubt a goodbye to the blue cone monochromatism.


Veterinary Guaimaro´s inhabitants reinforce actions to reduce deaths vaccines Guáimaro, Oct 23.- The technicians and veterinarians in this municipality, increase their efforts to contribute to the reduction of infant mortality in the mass vaccine, with actions such as the timely review of the herds and the control of the quality of its food, the systematic treatment of sick animals and the removal of parasites.


Commitment and determination in the fields Cuba, October 23.- Expanding food production and contributing to the diversification of the economy were the objectives considered by small farmers from around the country who gathered October 21-22, for a meeting of the Association of Small Farmers (ANAP) Central Committee, in the Niceto Pérez García Center, in Güira de Melena, Mayabeque.


Italian regions to begin talks on autonomy after Veneto, Lombardy referendums Italy, Oct 23.- The governor of the Lombardy region of northern Italy has announced that Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni has agreed to talks concerning greater autonomy both for his region and Veneto, following the results of Sunday’s referendums.


Cuban baseball: East beats West in All-Star game Pinar del Rio, Cuba, Oct 23.- Orientales showed a timelier batting and defeated 6-4 Occidentales in the All-Star Game of the 57th Cuban National Baseball Series that took place yesterday at Capitan San Luis Stadium of this city.

Sc. & Envt.

Foreign Experts Confirm Attendance to Cuban Forum on Wetlands Matanzas, Oct 23.- The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment (CITMA) confirmed today the presence of specialists from eight countries at the 11th International Symposium on Wetland Management, which will address the conservation of these vulnerable ecosystems.

Fidel in Camagüey 
US-Cuba Talks

US Brigades' Role in Solidarity with Cuba Highlighted Seattle, Oct 23.- American doctor, Howard Ehrman, a Chicago Cuba Coalition member, has highlighted in the North American city of Seattle the important solidarity role of the brigades traveling to the island.


Youth Forum to Renew UNESCO's Commitment to New Generations Paris, Oct 23.- Young people from many countries and with diverse life experiences will meet this week at the UNESCO Youth Forum, with which the UN organization seeks to renew its commitment to the new generations.


China Approves Ebola Vaccine Beijing, Oct 20.- The China Food and Drug Administration has approved today a developed Ebola vaccine, causing thousands of deaths, especially in West Africa.

US Blockade on Cuba

US Blockade's Damage on Cuban Sports Denounced Havana, Oct 20.- Officials and specialists from the Cuban Sports Institute (Inder) denounced today the damage caused to sports by the commercial, economic and financial blockade set up by the United States against Cuba for more than 50 years.