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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Cuba Talks to the U. S. as Energy Shortage Hits Hard

Cuban leaders have opened a conversation with Washington, a first step after years of tension. President Miguel Díaz‑Canel said the meetings aimed to tackle the growing power crisis and other differences between the two nations. He did not give details, but the timing suggests a response to the isla

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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Cuba Faces Tough Choices as Trump Tightens the Screw

Cuba is in a tight spot. Trump wants them to make a deal, or else. He's cutting off oil and money from Venezuela, Cuba's old friend. This move comes after the US grabbed Venezuela's leader, Maduro, in a surprise raid. Cuba has been helping Maduro for years, even sending security teams. But now, Trum

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Cuba's Economic Crossroads: A Closer Look

Cuba is facing some serious economic challenges. The country has always had a tough time, but things have gotten worse lately. Farming and tourism, two big parts of the economy, are really struggling. Power cuts are common, and trade restrictions make things even harder. Plus, Cuba has lost a lot of

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

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Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Underwater Secrets Revealed Off France's Coast

Off the coast of Brittany, France, a team of divers stumbled upon something extraordinary. They found a massive wall, hidden underwater for thousands of years. This wall is not just old; it's ancient, dating back to around 5, 800 to 5, 300 BC. That's right, we're talking about a time when people wer

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Cuba Battles Deadly Mosquito-Borne Viruses: What's Happening?

Cuba is facing a serious health crisis. Mosquitoes are spreading two dangerous viruses: chikungunya and dengue. These viruses have caused 33 deaths since July. Sadly, many of these deaths were young children. The problem started in the western part of Cuba and has now spread everywhere. Chikungunya

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Dec 02 2025HEALTH

Cuba's Health Crisis: Mosquitoes Strike Hard

Cuba is facing a serious health issue. Mosquitoes carrying viruses have caused many deaths. Most of those who died were children. The viruses involved are chikungunya and dengue. These viruses are spread through mosquito bites. Chikungunya is known for causing severe joint pain and fever. It is not

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

Cuba's Fresh Bid to Lure Investors Amid Economic Woes

Cuba is exploring new ways to bring in foreign cash. The government is thinking about making it easier for businesses to set up shop. This includes letting them use dollars, hire their own staff, and even buy property. Right now, Cuba's economy is in rough shape. Power cuts, health scares, and a st

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