Venezuela's Chavez: Soon Starting 2nd Round Of Chemo, May Need 3rd

<p style="text-align: justify;">JULY 27, 2011, 4:03 P.M. ET. CARACAS, Venezuela (Dow Jones)--Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez will soon start his second round of chemotherapy and "probably" will require a third, the leader said Wednesday, speaking during a televised address. Read More

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Kerry lifts hold on cash promoting Cuba democracy

<p style="text-align: justify;">The Associated Press. WASHINGTON — A senior U.S. senator says the Obama administration has agreed to review its democracy promotion programs in communist Cuba. Sen. John Kerry of Massachusetts had been blocking $20 million in funding for the programs. Frederick Jones is Kerry's spokesman; he says Kerry has lifted his hold on Wednesday. But the funds still face a hold from fellow Democratic Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont. Read More

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Cycling, Judo and Softball Finals in ALBA Games

<p style="text-align: justify;">By: Tomas Armenteros Crespo. 10:58.Havana, Jul 26 (Prensa Latina) The finals for cycling, judo and softball are highlighted among the sport finals programmed for the 4th Bolivarian Alternative for the Peoples of the America (ALBA) Games, due to continue until July 30 in Venezuela. In cycling, a strong dispute is expected in the finals of the 3,000 meters team race and in the individual speed (female).Cuban world medalists Lisandra Guerra, Yumari Gonzalez and Yoanka Gonzalez are the island's biggest hopes for a title. Read More

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Habanastation, a Hit in Cuban Movie Theaters

<p style="text-align: justify;">By: Michel. miércoles, 27 de julio de 2011.Cienfuegos, Cuba, Jul 27 (Prensa Latina) Habanastation, the most recent production of the Cuban film industry, is playing to packed movie theaters and drawing applause at the end of every showing, as was the case last night at the Luisa cinema in this central Cuban city. This first feature film by Ian Padron, currently being screened at a U.S. film festival in Traverse City, Michigan, is apparently on the road to becoming the movie event of the year in Cuba. Read More

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ING says could face fines following U.S. investigation

<p style="text-align: justify;">AMSTERDAM, July 27 | Wed Jul 27, 2011 6:24am EDT. AMSTERDAM, July 27 (Reuters) - Dutch bancassurer ING Group NV repeated that it could face "significant" fines due to a U.S. investigation of operations in countries which are under sanctions by U.S. authorities, such as Iran and Cuba.The United States imposes economic sanctions and export controls on Cuba, Iran, Sudan and Syria, viewing them as state sponsors of terrorism and limiting the scope for companies to do business there. Read More

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Kuoni Reveals Surge of Five-star Cub Bookings

<p style="text-align: justify;">DORKING, England, July 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ Kuoni, the luxury travel group, has announced that despite recessionary times, it is experiencing a surge of interest by holiday makers choosing to travel to Cuba, the Caribbean's largest island. This fascinating, historic destination has seen an increase in bookings by some 25% when compared to 2010. There is also increasing demand for luxury accommodation with travellers opting for five-star properties above other hotel grades. Current figures show almost half of all Cuba bookings were in five-star properties, up 53% on last year. Read More

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Santa Monica Conservancy Shines Spotlight on Havana

<p style="text-align: justify;">By Melonie Magruder. Lookout Staff. July 27, 2011 – Santa Monica may learn a lesson or two from Havana, Cuba when it comes to preserving its architectural heritage. At least, that seemed to be the thinking behind the Santa Monica Conservancy's sponsorship of an illustrated lecture, “Preserving Old Havana: Conservation and Tourism in Today's Cuba,” presented at the main library Sunday by Dr. Ken Breisch, director of USC’s Historic Preservation Program and Emeritus board member of the conservancy.San Cristóbal de la Habana was founded in 1515 and served as a way station for the Spanish conquest of the New World, long before American colonies like Jamestown, Virginia were even contemplated. Read More

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Cookery Contest in Gibara

<p style="text-align: justify;">2011.07.27 - 09:49:01 / radiorebelde.icrt.cu / Cookery Contest in Gibara. Holguín, Cuba.- It may be perhaps of your preference the local fried Lisetas from Manzanillo town, the custard tart from Cascorro town, the stew from La Tunas province, the pancake from Manacas town, the Paella from Cienfuegos province, the Calalú and Guisos made up of corn from Guantánamo province, the Caracol chicken and Ambuilas Fried bananas from Pinar del Río province or the Tamales (ground fresh corn wrapped in banana husks) from Baracoa town. Read More

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Cuban First Vice-President Heads Delegation to Peru

<p style="text-align: justify;">2011.07.27 - 13:37:43 / radiorebelde.icrt.cu. Cuban First Vice-President Heads Delegation to Peru. HAVANA, CUBA.-&nbsp; Cuba’s First Vice-President José Ramón Machado Ventura heads the delegation that will attend the swearing-in ceremony of president-elect Ollanta Humala in Peru.Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla is part of the delegation, announced Granma newspaper. Read More

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Tropical system near Cuba could mean rain for a parched Texas

<p style="text-align: justify;">July 27, 2011Posted: 07:25 AM ET. The stubborn ridge of high pressure over the middle of the Lower 48 hasn’t moved much in the last three weeks, and today is no different. That means the ridge will still crank out the heat over the Mid Mississippi Valley and parts of the Midwest. I’ll show you the temperatures, but it's safe to say Dallas will reach 102 today (at DFW) making it the 26th consecutive day of 100 or better. There may be some relief for the Lone Star State, though, with a developing tropical system near Cuba. Read More

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