Cuba to host second international biennial of political humor

Havana will host the 2nd International Biennial of Political Humor from June 9 to 14, with a call to address themes related to cultural colonialism and its influence on contemporary society.

The 2nd International Biennial of Political Humor will take place in Havana, Cuba, from June 9 to 14, 2026. The event calls on participants to address themes related to cultural colonialism and its influence on contemporary society through political humor. Organized in the Cuban capital, the biennial aims to foster discussions on these issues via satirical and creative expressions. According to Prensa Latina, the announcement was made on February 9, 2026, emphasizing the significance of such international forums in Cuba. The first edition of the biennial occurred previously, establishing its position in the country's cultural calendar. This gathering brings together artists and creators from around the world to reflect on global dynamics through wit and humorous critique. The biennial highlights the role of humor as a tool for examining persistent cultural influences.

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Press conference at Berlin Film Festival where officials defend jury amid political backlash over artists and politics, with protesters visible.
صورة مولدة بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي

Berlin film festival defends jury amid political backlash

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي صورة مولدة بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي

The 2026 Berlin International Film Festival has issued a statement defending its jury and filmmakers following criticism over comments on politics. Jury president Wim Wenders suggested artists should stay out of politics, prompting backlash including a cancelled visit by author Arundhati Roy. Festival director Tricia Tuttle emphasized free speech for artists while highlighting the festival's diverse films addressing global issues.

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من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

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Amid nationwide celebrations, workers at the Cuban Embassy in Colombia marked the 67th anniversary of the Cuban Revolution's 1959 triumph on January 1, 2026, while recalling the upcoming centennial of leader Fidel Castro's birth.

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

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Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez commemorated the International Education Day in Havana.

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

The National Ballet of Cuba (BNC) marks the 67th anniversary of the Triumph of the Revolution with an artistic gala closing a historic season of the classic work Don Quixote. The event took place in Havana on January 1, 2026.

 

 

 

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