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Archive - May 13, 2011

Omara and Chucho: Cuban Music in France

<p style="text-align: justify;">Their enthusiasm and impeccable performances make Omara and Chucho look younger in the promotion for their new album, as the French public and hosts surrender to this Cuban musical splendor. The two virtuosos seemed to have eternally young souls as they performed on the France 3 television program Ce soir ou jamais, featuring the song Claro de Luna with Omara's powerful voice and Chucho at the piano.The two also performed on Radio France International (RFI), singing Si te contara, Claro de luna, Me acostumbraste a estar sin ti, Esta tarde vi llover and Huesito. Read More

Hugo Chavez says he may undergo knee surgery after injury while jogging in Venezuela

<p style="text-align: justify;">By Associated Press, CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez says his doctors are considering the possibility of having him undergo arthroscopic knee surgery due to a recent injury.Chavez says on Twitter that the pain in his left knee has diminished, though it remains swollen.Chavez says his medical team has been discussing the “possible need for arthroscopy” and adds: “We’ll see!” Read More

Drilling Offshore Cuba Will Be Safe, Cuban Official Says

<p style="text-align: justify;">May 13th, 2011. Cuba offered public assurances on Thursday about the safety of its plans to develop offshore oil fields in the face of U.S. concerns over the island’s ability to handle an oil spill.With Cuba set to begin large-scale oil exploration in its Gulf of Mexico waters later this year, some political leaders in Florida have urged U.S. President Barack Obama to find a way to halt the plan, saying they are worried about the possible environmental impact on the state from any accident.Cuban officials sought to highlight their regulatory precautions during an oil safety conference held in Trinidad and Tobago, offering an unusually public discussion outside of Cuba of its oil project. Read More

Wilmington Blue Rocks' Cuban pitcher shows form worthy of Royals' confidence

<p style="text-align: justify;">Arguelles off to strong start after missing last season. WILMINGTON -- Armed with a multimillion-dollar contract, a dizzying change-up and some great expectations, Blue Rocks starter Noel Arguelles is still only savoring his first taste of American professional baseball.The Cuban left-hander, who defected in July 2008 and finally signed with Kansas City last January, had his debut pushed back until 2011 with the Rocks.So far, Arguelles looks like he's worth the wait. Read More

Florida university tests Cuba travel ban before Supreme Court

<p style="text-align: justify;">A Florida International University case that tests the limits of academic freedom for students who travel abroad was taken up by the U.S. Supreme Court Thursday.At issue is a 2006 Florida law that forbids public university faculty from using taxpayer money to travel to countries listed as “state sponsors of terrorism.” Cuba, North Korea, Iran, Sudan and Syria all are on Florida’s list. Read More

Barbados writer recognised for powerful literature

<p style="text-align: justify;">Barbados writer recognised for powerful literature – While George Lamming awarded in Havana; Derek Walcott wins in Trinidad. In less than one month in 2011, it appears that an unprecedented number of literary prizes were awarded to major Caribbean writers in their own region.On May 6, the distinguished author George Lamming was awarded the Caribbean Hibiscus Prize in Cuba, according to his HNP publisher. Read More

U.S. Blockade Obstructs Cuba’s Access to Advanced Anesthetics

<p style="text-align: justify;">2011.05.12 - 13:09:57 / radiorebelde.icrt.cu. U.S. Blockade Obstructs Cuba’s Access to Advanced Anesthetics. HAVANA, Cuba.- For more than 20 years, Washington’s economic, financial and trade blockade against Cuba have prevented the Caribbean nation from having access to an advanced anesthetic for children because the U.S. has the patent on medical product or because it is sold by laboratories with licenses in the North American country. Read More

Cuba Undefeated after Day One in Men’s World Cup of Judo

<p style="text-align: justify;">2011.05.12 - 13:26:34 /@radiorebelde.icrt.cu.Cuba Undefeated after Day One in Men’s World Cup of Judo. HAVANA, Cuba,- The Cuban national men’s judo squad beat Japan and South Korea in the opening day of actions of the men’s World Cup judo team competition that began on Wednesday in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil.Speaking over the phone from the venue of the event, Prof. Justo Noda, the head coach of the Cuban team, told ACN that the Caribbean squad defeated the Japanese and the Koreans in both cases with three wins, one loss, and one draw. Read More

DPM: Bahamas and Cuba agree on maritime border

<p style="text-align: justify;">By CHESTER ROBARDS Guardian Staff Reporter.5/11/2011. Government officials from The Bahamas and Cuba have agreed in principal regarding the maritime boundary between the two countries, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Brent Symonette.Symonette, on Monday, joked at a news conference at the Department of Immigration that the boundary was finally established after a long 15-year dispute.&nbsp; Read More

From Cuba, modern chaos

<p style="text-align: justify;">By LEIGH WITCHEL. Last Updated: 6:48 AM, May 12, 2011. Posted: 10:55 PM, May 11, 2011.&nbsp; It may not be revolutionary, but Cuba's modern dance company is keeping up with the times. More than half a century old, the Danza Contemporanea de Cuba is making its first visit to the US.The two works shown opening night Tuesday are more contemporary than we'd think.The opener, "Mambo 3XXI," by company member George Céspedes, alternates sections of mbivalent encounters and flat-out, super-showy dancing.The Danza Contemporanea de Cuba, featuring strong dancers here performing 'Horizon,' is making its first visit to the United States. Read More