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Cuba Headlines - Daily Summary for Friday, September 13, 2024

Friday, September 13, 2024

The search for the missing Havana taxi driver came to a positive end as he returned home safely today, alleviating the concerns of his family and the community. In Santiago de Cuba, a touching story emerges as a child sells avocados on the streets to help support his family’s finances in these challenging times.

Government policies continue to draw criticism as the Cuban government announced the roll-out of toothpaste distribution in Las Tunas for March, sparking questions about why such basic needs are not consistently met. Meanwhile, the government denies allegations that it has banned the Weekly Package, a popular source of digital entertainment and news.

Law enforcement in Havana made significant progress today by arresting 22 individuals involved in the trafficking of the synthetic drug known as 'The Chemical.' On the international front, Omar Alí joyfully reunited with his daughter in Spain, highlighting the personal impact of Cuba's strict policies on family separation.

In politics, former President Donald Trump was in the spotlight again as a judge in Georgia dropped two charges against him. Simultaneously, he declined another debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, stirring further political discourse.

In entertainment news, Colombian singer Maluma surprised his girlfriend Susana with a luxurious Porsche 911 Targa 4S, showcasing their glamorous lifestyle. Additionally, young Cuban fan Salma tearfully expressed her wish to see Lionel Messi, reflecting the deep admiration for the football superstar among Cuban youth.

Latest News:

Missing Havana Taxi Driver Returns Home Safely
Missing Havana Taxi Driver Returns Home Safely

By Emma Garcia on 13/9/2024

Salma's Tearful Wish: "I Want to See Messi," Cries Young Cuban Fan
Salma's Tearful Wish: "I Want to See Messi," Cries Young Cuban Fan

By Henry Cruz on 13/9/2024

Government Rolls Out March Toothpaste Distribution in Las Tunas
Government Rolls Out March Toothpaste Distribution in Las Tunas

By Grace Ramos on 13/9/2024

Maluma Surprises Girlfriend Susana with a Luxurious Porsche 911 Targa 4S
Maluma Surprises Girlfriend Susana with a Luxurious Porsche 911 Targa 4S

By Isabella Sanchez on 13/9/2024

Child Selling Avocados in Santiago de Cuba to Support Family Finances
Child Selling Avocados in Santiago de Cuba to Support Family Finances

By Henry Cruz on 13/9/2024

Cuban Government Denies Banning the Weekly Package
Cuban Government Denies Banning the Weekly Package

By Matthew Diaz on 13/9/2024

Trump Declines Another Debate with Kamala Harris
Trump Declines Another Debate with Kamala Harris

By Christopher Ramirez on 13/9/2024

Omar Alí Reunites with His Daughter in Spain
Omar Alí Reunites with His Daughter in Spain

By Ava Castillo on 13/9/2024

22 Arrested in Havana for Trafficking Synthetic Drug 'The Chemical'
22 Arrested in Havana for Trafficking Synthetic Drug 'The Chemical'

By Amelia Soto on 13/9/2024

Judge in Georgia Drops Two Charges Against Donald Trump
Judge in Georgia Drops Two Charges Against Donald Trump

By Sophia Martinez on 13/9/2024

Tropical Storm Gordon Develops in the Atlantic
Tropical Storm Gordon Develops in the Atlantic

By Charlotte Gomez on 13/9/2024

Cuban Man Surprises Parents with Unannounced Visit to the Island with Wife and Daughter
Cuban Man Surprises Parents with Unannounced Visit to the Island with Wife and Daughter

By Michael Hernandez on 13/9/2024

Power Outages in Cuba: UNE Predicts Severe Impact for Friday
Power Outages in Cuba: UNE Predicts Severe Impact for Friday

By Albert Rivera on 13/9/2024

Jeff Bezos Faces Legal Battle Over Indian Creek Mansion Purchase
Jeff Bezos Faces Legal Battle Over Indian Creek Mansion Purchase

By Albert Rivera on 13/9/2024

Firefighters Save Twelve in Miami Beach Boat Blaze
Firefighters Save Twelve in Miami Beach Boat Blaze

By Oscar Guevara on 13/9/2024

Bread Ration Size Reduced in Cuba's Basic Food Basket
Bread Ration Size Reduced in Cuba's Basic Food Basket

By Ernesto Alvarez on 13/9/2024

Gente de Zona Celebrates Billboard Latin Music Awards 2024 Nomination: "Up with Cuba!"
Gente de Zona Celebrates Billboard Latin Music Awards 2024 Nomination: "Up with Cuba!"

By Oscar Fernandez on 13/9/2024

Final Farewell to the Mother of Cuban Baseball Stars Omar and Juan Carlos Linares in Pinar del Río
Final Farewell to the Mother of Cuban Baseball Stars Omar and Juan Carlos Linares in Pinar del Río

By Daniel Colon on 13/9/2024

Cuban Resident in Little Havana Exposes Dire Living Conditions: "We Live Like Dogs"
Cuban Resident in Little Havana Exposes Dire Living Conditions: "We Live Like Dogs"

By Joseph Morales on 13/9/2024

Truck Overturns on Las Tunas Highway
Truck Overturns on Las Tunas Highway

By Richard Morales on 13/9/2024

Teenage Girl Reported Missing in Matanzas
Teenage Girl Reported Missing in Matanzas

By Robert Castillo on 13/9/2024

Cubans Outraged by UN Praise for Health System
Cubans Outraged by UN Praise for Health System

By Alex Smith on 13/9/2024

A Cuban Farewell: BBQ, Gifts, and Songs Before Returning to the United States
A Cuban Farewell: BBQ, Gifts, and Songs Before Returning to the United States

By Ava Castillo on 13/9/2024

El Taiger and Oniel Bebeshito in Cuba: "We Didn't Invent 'Reparto,' But We Made It Global"
El Taiger and Oniel Bebeshito in Cuba: "We Didn't Invent 'Reparto,' But We Made It Global"

By Hannah Aguilar on 13/9/2024

Intellectual Alina Bárbara López Expelled from UNEAC for Criticizing Cuban Government
Intellectual Alina Bárbara López Expelled from UNEAC for Criticizing Cuban Government

By Michael Hernandez on 13/9/2024

Is Ropa Vieja Truly Cuba's National Dish?
Is Ropa Vieja Truly Cuba's National Dish?

By Hannah Aguilar on 13/9/2024

Allegations of Media Manipulation Arise Amid School Reopening in Mayabeque
Allegations of Media Manipulation Arise Amid School Reopening in Mayabeque

By Joseph Morales on 13/9/2024

El Carli Calls Out Wow Popy: "You Think You're Hot, But You're Driving a 2017 Carriage"
El Carli Calls Out Wow Popy: "You Think You're Hot, But You're Driving a 2017 Carriage"

By Albert Rivera on 13/9/2024

Young Revolutionary Denied University Admission Due to Misplaced Form
Young Revolutionary Denied University Admission Due to Misplaced Form

By Alexander Flores on 13/9/2024

Cuban Woman Showcases Rental Home in Varadero During Family Visits
Cuban Woman Showcases Rental Home in Varadero During Family Visits

By Daniel Colon on 13/9/2024

Dollar, Euro, and MLC Rates in Cuba's Informal Market Today
Dollar, Euro, and MLC Rates in Cuba's Informal Market Today

By Isabella Sanchez on 13/9/2024

Luxurious Gender Reveal in Miami Goes Viral: Mercedes Truck Unveils Baby's Gender
Luxurious Gender Reveal in Miami Goes Viral: Mercedes Truck Unveils Baby's Gender

By Alexander Flores on 13/9/2024

Gerardo Hernández Draws Criticism for Pushing a Bus in Cuba
Gerardo Hernández Draws Criticism for Pushing a Bus in Cuba

By Albert Rivera on 13/9/2024

Venezuelan Woman Married to Cuban: "I Don't Get the Obsession with Dominoes"
Venezuelan Woman Married to Cuban: "I Don't Get the Obsession with Dominoes"

By Oscar Fernandez on 13/9/2024

Prank on Havana Bicitaxi Driver: "I'm in Miami"
Prank on Havana Bicitaxi Driver: "I'm in Miami"

By Ethan Navarro on 12/9/2024

A Cuban Man in Miami Accused of Plotting to Kill Ex-Wife to Prevent Her Testimony
A Cuban Man in Miami Accused of Plotting to Kill Ex-Wife to Prevent Her Testimony

By Sofia Valdez on 13/9/2024

Cubana Defends Nephew Fined for Selling Avocados on Santiago de Cuba Street
Cubana Defends Nephew Fined for Selling Avocados on Santiago de Cuba Street

By Robert Castillo on 12/9/2024

Vendors of the "Weekly Package" Can Continue Their Activities, Las Tunas Officials Clarify
Vendors of the "Weekly Package" Can Continue Their Activities, Las Tunas Officials Clarify

By Emily Vargas on 12/9/2024

Dancing While Cleaning: Bebeshito Shows Off Moves with a Mop to "La Batidora"
Dancing While Cleaning: Bebeshito Shows Off Moves with a Mop to "La Batidora"

By Daniel Vasquez on 12/9/2024

Jacob Forever Shows Off New Diamond Necklace
Jacob Forever Shows Off New Diamond Necklace

By Alex Smith on 12/9/2024

Mijaín López and Omara Durand Receive "Maceo's Machete" from Cuban Military
Mijaín López and Omara Durand Receive "Maceo's Machete" from Cuban Military

By Joseph Morales on 12/9/2024

Sale of Red Squirrels in Havana Sparks Outrage Among Animal Advocates
Sale of Red Squirrels in Havana Sparks Outrage Among Animal Advocates

By Ethan Navarro on 12/9/2024

Cardi B and Offset Welcome Baby Girl Weeks After Divorce Announcement
Cardi B and Offset Welcome Baby Girl Weeks After Divorce Announcement

By Isabella Sanchez on 12/9/2024

Mother of Former Baseball Star Omar Linares Passes Away in Pinar del Río
Mother of Former Baseball Star Omar Linares Passes Away in Pinar del Río

By Sophia Martinez on 12/9/2024

Murderer of Cuban Mother in Bayamo Appeals Sentence to Supreme Court
Murderer of Cuban Mother in Bayamo Appeals Sentence to Supreme Court

By Michael Hernandez on 12/9/2024

Family Doctors Penalized for Failing to Act in Case of Cuban Infant Undergoing Emergency Surgery
Family Doctors Penalized for Failing to Act in Case of Cuban Infant Undergoing Emergency Surgery

By Matthew Diaz on 12/9/2024

Cubans Criticize Bruno Rodríguez: "Without You, GDP Would Have Grown by 100%"
Cubans Criticize Bruno Rodríguez: "Without You, GDP Would Have Grown by 100%"

By Amelia Soto on 12/9/2024

Cuban Café and Cuban Rum Unveil Local Twist on Espresso Martini at Varadero Gourmet
Cuban Café and Cuban Rum Unveil Local Twist on Espresso Martini at Varadero Gourmet

By Madison Pena on 12/9/2024

Chocolate MC Fires Back at Harryson: "Just Got Out of Prison, Aren't You Ashamed?"
Chocolate MC Fires Back at Harryson: "Just Got Out of Prison, Aren't You Ashamed?"

By Ethan Navarro on 12/9/2024

Mosquito Surge: Rising Dengue and Oropouche Cases in Cuba
Mosquito Surge: Rising Dengue and Oropouche Cases in Cuba

By Grace Ramos on 12/9/2024

Gourmet Tourism Amidst Starvation: 10 Culinary Events Hosted by Diaz-Canel and Liz Cuesta
Gourmet Tourism Amidst Starvation: 10 Culinary Events Hosted by Diaz-Canel and Liz Cuesta

By Mia Dominguez on 12/9/2024

Truck Loaded with Goods Falls into Massive Pothole, Blocking Street in Santiago de Cuba
Truck Loaded with Goods Falls into Massive Pothole, Blocking Street in Santiago de Cuba

By Isabella Rojas on 12/9/2024

Freight Train Derailment in Matanzas Halts Central Line Traffic
Freight Train Derailment in Matanzas Halts Central Line Traffic

By Emily Vargas on 12/9/2024

Karol G Gets Taylor Swift Dancing at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards
Karol G Gets Taylor Swift Dancing at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards

By Christopher Ramirez on 12/9/2024

Mother and Son Struggle on Tampa Streets, Plead for Employment Assistance
Mother and Son Struggle on Tampa Streets, Plead for Employment Assistance

By Isabella Sanchez on 12/9/2024

Madrid Calls for Faster Certification of Cuban Doctors' Credentials in Spain
Madrid Calls for Faster Certification of Cuban Doctors' Credentials in Spain

By Robert Castillo on 12/9/2024

Father Defends Daughter's Military Service: "It Benefits Everyone"
Father Defends Daughter's Military Service: "It Benefits Everyone"

By Richard Morales on 12/9/2024

Lunar Eclipse to Grace Cuban Skies on September 17
Lunar Eclipse to Grace Cuban Skies on September 17

By Sophia Martinez on 12/9/2024

Cuban Postal Service Blames Private Enterprises for International Package Delays
Cuban Postal Service Blames Private Enterprises for International Package Delays

By Edward Lopez on 12/9/2024

Cuban Man Speaks Out After Alleged Retaliation Attack in Havana
Cuban Man Speaks Out After Alleged Retaliation Attack in Havana

By Hannah Aguilar on 12/9/2024

Pánfilo, Chequera, and Isidoro's "El Muslito" Goes Viral on Social Media
Pánfilo, Chequera, and Isidoro's "El Muslito" Goes Viral on Social Media

By Isabella Sanchez on 12/9/2024

Mail Truck in Cuba Used to Transport Coffins Amid Crisis
Mail Truck in Cuba Used to Transport Coffins Amid Crisis

By Ernesto Alvarez on 12/9/2024

Cuban Government Exiles Dissident Jorge Cervantes García
Cuban Government Exiles Dissident Jorge Cervantes García

By Ava Castillo on 12/9/2024

Maduro Calls on Maradona's Spirit to Haunt Argentina's Milei: "Pull His Legs While He Sleeps"
Maduro Calls on Maradona's Spirit to Haunt Argentina's Milei: "Pull His Legs While He Sleeps"

By Hannah Aguilar on 12/9/2024

Power Outages in Cuba: Electric Union Predicts Over 700 MW Shortfall
Power Outages in Cuba: Electric Union Predicts Over 700 MW Shortfall

By Edward Lopez on 12/9/2024

Cuban Feels at Home in Texas Cuban Store: "They Have Everything, Even My Favorite Coffee"
Cuban Feels at Home in Texas Cuban Store: "They Have Everything, Even My Favorite Coffee"

By Olivia Torres on 12/9/2024

Student Threatened for Sharing Image of Deteriorated Blackboard in Santiago de Cuba School
Student Threatened for Sharing Image of Deteriorated Blackboard in Santiago de Cuba School

By Richard Morales on 12/9/2024

Father Desperately Seeks Humanitarian Visa to See Critically Injured Son Struck by Lightning in Florida
Father Desperately Seeks Humanitarian Visa to See Critically Injured Son Struck by Lightning in Florida

By Elizabeth Alvarado on 12/9/2024

A Cuban in the U.S. Shares Her Dream of Returning to the Island: "I've Never Walked Barefoot, But I Feel I Need to"
A Cuban in the U.S. Shares Her Dream of Returning to the Island: "I've Never Walked Barefoot, But I Feel I Need to"

By Ava Castillo on 12/9/2024

Cubans Condemn Díaz-Canel Over Culinary Event Amid Food Crisis
Cubans Condemn Díaz-Canel Over Culinary Event Amid Food Crisis

By James Rodriguez on 12/9/2024

Texan Cuban Shares Incident of Car Vandalism: "Only a Miserable Person Would Do This"
Texan Cuban Shares Incident of Car Vandalism: "Only a Miserable Person Would Do This"

By Oscar Guevara on 12/9/2024

Former Grand Master of Cuban Lodge Arrested on Fraud Charges
Former Grand Master of Cuban Lodge Arrested on Fraud Charges

By Oscar Guevara on 12/9/2024

Cubana in Georgia Criticizes School's Constant Donation Requests: "They're Always Asking for Money"
Cubana in Georgia Criticizes School's Constant Donation Requests: "They're Always Asking for Money"

By Amelia Soto on 12/9/2024

Hanging Shacks of Risco Alto: The Perilous Life of a Fishing Community in Matanzas
Hanging Shacks of Risco Alto: The Perilous Life of a Fishing Community in Matanzas

By Claire Jimenez on 12/9/2024

Jon Bon Jovi Helps Save Woman From Jumping Off Bridge in Nashville
Jon Bon Jovi Helps Save Woman From Jumping Off Bridge in Nashville

By Richard Morales on 12/9/2024

Cuban Woman Showcases Spacious Florida Home with Yard and Four Bedrooms: "Cheaper Than a Miami Efficiency"
Cuban Woman Showcases Spacious Florida Home with Yard and Four Bedrooms: "Cheaper Than a Miami Efficiency"

By Henry Cruz on 12/9/2024

Missing Taxi Driver in Havana Still Unaccounted For
Missing Taxi Driver in Havana Still Unaccounted For

By Felix Ortiz on 12/9/2024

Massive Garbage Pile Infests Havana Corner with Rats
Massive Garbage Pile Infests Havana Corner with Rats

By Michael Hernandez on 12/9/2024

Former Cuban Gymnast Jesús Rivera Proud to Be Recognized on Break Dance Page (INTERVIEW)
Former Cuban Gymnast Jesús Rivera Proud to Be Recognized on Break Dance Page (INTERVIEW)

By Hannah Aguilar on 12/9/2024

Homeless Cuban Man Washes Hair in Dirty Puddle in Central Vedado
Homeless Cuban Man Washes Hair in Dirty Puddle in Central Vedado

By Zoe Salinas on 12/9/2024

Cubana Shares Journey of Bringing Her Dog from Cuba to Texas
Cubana Shares Journey of Bringing Her Dog from Cuba to Texas

By Daniel Vasquez on 12/9/2024

Children Forced to Wade Through Flooded Paths to Reach School in Granma
Children Forced to Wade Through Flooded Paths to Reach School in Granma

By Aaron Delgado on 12/9/2024

Current Exchange Rates for USD, Euro, and MLC in Cuba
Current Exchange Rates for USD, Euro, and MLC in Cuba

By Charlotte Gomez on 12/9/2024

Cuban in the U.S. Responds to Criticism: "Stop Telling People Not to Visit Their Families in Cuba"
Cuban in the U.S. Responds to Criticism: "Stop Telling People Not to Visit Their Families in Cuba"

By Edward Lopez on 12/9/2024

Cubana Shares Heartfelt Message from Miami’s Shrine of Our Lady of Charity: "If You Helped Me Arrive, You'll Help Me Return"
Cubana Shares Heartfelt Message from Miami’s Shrine of Our Lady of Charity: "If You Helped Me Arrive, You'll Help Me Return"

By Henry Cruz on 12/9/2024

Young Cuban Girl with Hydrocephalus Receives Life-Saving Valve
Young Cuban Girl with Hydrocephalus Receives Life-Saving Valve

By Emily Vargas on 12/9/2024

Young Cuban Woman Touches Hearts with Reunion with Grandparents in Cuba
Young Cuban Woman Touches Hearts with Reunion with Grandparents in Cuba

By Daniel Colon on 12/9/2024

Cubano Reunites with Grandparents in Cuba After Over 5 Years Apart
Cubano Reunites with Grandparents in Cuba After Over 5 Years Apart

By Amelia Soto on 12/9/2024

House Attacked in Havana in Suspected Retaliation Incident
House Attacked in Havana in Suspected Retaliation Incident

By Aaron Delgado on 12/9/2024

Sophia Balmaseda Takes First Place in Florida Future Chef 2024, Celebrating a Family Triumph
Sophia Balmaseda Takes First Place in Florida Future Chef 2024, Celebrating a Family Triumph

By Christopher Ramirez on 12/9/2024

Rachell Vallori Bows Out of Miss Universe Cuba 2024 for Professional Reasons
Rachell Vallori Bows Out of Miss Universe Cuba 2024 for Professional Reasons

By Alexander Flores on 12/9/2024

Nadia Ferreira, Marc Anthony's Wife, to Debut in Music with Lenier Mesa
Nadia Ferreira, Marc Anthony's Wife, to Debut in Music with Lenier Mesa

By Ernesto Alvarez on 12/9/2024

Cuban Mother and Daughter Seen Selling Goods in Camagüey Streets
Cuban Mother and Daughter Seen Selling Goods in Camagüey Streets

By Henry Cruz on 12/9/2024

Surprised Burglar Attacked in Santiago de Cuba Home
Surprised Burglar Attacked in Santiago de Cuba Home

By Sofia Valdez on 12/9/2024