Prensa Latina: Main News

USA Prepares Regional War in the Middle East

2013-05-23 16:39:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 16:39Ottawa, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Hidden behind alleged peace talks between, the United States is preparing a regional war, denounced today the Canadian alternative publication Global Research.

South African Miners Demand Salary Increases

2013-05-23 15:53:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 15:53Pretoria, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The National Union of Mineworkers of South Africa has demanded a wage increase of 15 percent for employees and skilled miners who work both underground and on the surface, local television published today.

U.S. Choreographer Praises Cuban Dancers

2013-05-23 15:51:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 15:51Matanzas, Cuba, May 23 (Prensa Latina) U.S. dancer and choreographer Suki John praised today the good and solid formation of Cuban dancers, which gives them versatility to perform any piece of music.

Cuba for Diversifying Sugar By-Products

2013-05-23 15:50:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 15:50Havana, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Half a century from its foundation, the Cuban Institute for Research on Sugar Cane By-Products (ICIDCA) is focusing on agricultural diversification programs with the development of new products.

Cuban Discography Catalog Allows Musical Journey in Time

2013-05-23 15:24:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 15:24Havana, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Recording and Musical Editions Company (EGREM) promoted a trip back in time to that Old Havana nights of singers and accomplice pianists.

Cuba´s Parliament President Visits UNESCO

2013-05-23 15:21:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 15:21Paris, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Cuba´s People´s National Assembly President Esteban Lazo made a visit to UNESCO headquarters, here today, where he was welcomed by acting general director Hans d''Orville.

ELN Is Ready for Talks With the Colombian Government

2013-05-23 15:06:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 15:06Bogota, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The leader of the Colombian guerrilla National Liberation Army (ELN), Nicolas Rodriguez, reiterated that they are ready to talk with the government of Juan Manuel Santos, "without conditions".

Cuban First Vice President In Ecuador for Correa Inaguration

2013-05-23 14:39:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 14:39Quito, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Cuba''s First Vice President Miguel Diaz-Canel arrived here at the head of his country''s delegation to the inauguration of President Rafael Correa tomorrow.

Freeing the Cuban Five, A First Step to Solve Cuba-U.S. Problems

2013-05-23 12:42:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 12:42Havana, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Cuban anti-terrorist fighter Rene Gonzalez considered the release of his four companions who are unjustly held in the United States a necessary step to begin solving the problems between the island and Washington.

Ecuadorian President Talks about Gov"t Challenges, Achievements

2013-05-23 12:34:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 12:34Quito, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa assured that the challenges of his new presidential term include a quest for quality and efficiency, a change in the productive matrix and the consolidation of social transformations.

FARC Calls for Candidate Involvement in Peace Process

2013-05-23 12:21:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 12:21Havana, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia-People's Army (FARC-EP) called today on candidates for the upcoming presidential elections in Colombia to involve themselves in the peace talks taking place in this capital.

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New Rice Route Thailand Bound

2013-05-23 12:17:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 12:17Bangkok, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The Thai government issued a positive sign for the world rice trade when calling on rice entrepreneurs, buyers and experts to participate in a new route towards the 2013 Rice Convention.

Iran Refutes Statements of Bahrain Government

2013-05-23 11:58:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 11:58Tehran, May 23 (Prensa Latina) An Iranian official spokesman today refuted allegations by a Bahrain official claiming that a Persian drone violated the airspace of the kingdom of the Arabian peninsula.

Community Clashes in Northern Lebanon Worsening

2013-05-23 11:54:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 11:54Beirut, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The increase in the fighting and violence in the northern city of Tripoli are threatening Lebanon""s stability, with fears today that the conflict will extend to the capital.

AU Foreign Ministers Back Cuba

2013-05-23 10:51:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 10:51Addis Ababa, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The foreign ministers of the African Union (AU) adopted "by consensus or acclamation," a motion of support and gratitude to Cuba, for its contribution to the emancipation of Africa, a regional executive told Prensa Latina.

Sweden: Fourth Day of Disturbances

2013-05-23 10:51:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 10:51Stockholm, May 23 (Prensa Latina) At least one Swedish police officer was injured today during the fourth day of disturbances on the outskirts of the capital, where young people, mainly immigrants, torched cars and premises and confronted riot squads.

Sahrawi People Thank AU for Unconditionally Supporting Their Cause

2013-05-23 10:42:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 10:42Addis Ababa, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Foreign Minister of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) Mohamed Ould Salek said today that he appreciated the support of the African Union (AU) for the cause of his people, and the call to the U.N. to implement an honorable solution.

Texts Readied for AU Summit Along with List of Attendees

2013-05-23 10:28:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 10:28Addis Ababa, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The foreign ministers of the African Union (AU) finalized documents today to be approved at the upcoming 21st Summit of Heads of State and government, while diplomatic leaks and press reports are clarifying the attendance of several participants.

Russia Analyzes European Security With NATO and USA

2013-05-23 10:24:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 10:24Moscow, May 23 (Prensa Latina) Military cooperation with the United States and NATO are central on the agenda at today's international conference on European security, hosted by Russia's Ministry of Defense and attended by more than 300 delegates.

Cuba"s Film School Celebrated in France

2013-05-23 10:23:00

23 de mayo de 2013, 10:23Paris, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The significance of the San Antonio de los Baños International Film School (EICTV) in Cuba, where young filmmakers from many countries have trained, was highlighted in France during an exhibition of films from the school.