Central America

Cuban activist Anna Sofía Benítez Silvente, known as Anna Bensi, rejected counterintelligence agents' pressure to stay silent or go into exile after a case against her was shelved. The agents offered help in her music career in exchange for cooperation during a meeting at Alamar Police Station on April 13. Bensi denounced the psychological tactics and veiled threats in a live video.

April 14, 2026 Reported by AI

In Cuba, parents like Yenicet have merged two classrooms for 54 first-graders after a teacher quit in February. During this week's school recess, they painted and repaired the room. The case highlights an unprecedented teacher shortage, worsened by recent economic pressures.

The Cuban government has published an updated version of the 2026 Economic and Social Program, following consultations with over two million people. It introduces substantial changes in five key areas affecting daily life: macroeconomic environment, external income, food production, business system, and energy sovereignty. The program retains ten general objectives while expanding actions and indicators.

April 07, 2026 Reported by AI

Dr. Ileana Morales Suárez, Director of Science and Innovation at Cuba's Ministry of Public Health, stated that “evidence-based healthcare saves lives” on World Health Day. Under the slogan “Together for Science,” the WHO highlights scientific collaboration in healthcare. Morales Suárez outlined Cuba's research advances and the One Health paradigm.