17 August 2026 Archives

Reptiles studied in central Cuban protected area

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Ciego de Avila, Cuba, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) National researchers are conducting a study on reptiles as biological indicators of the health of vegetation formations in the Cayo Coco Central-West Ecological Reserve, located in the north of this central Cuban province.

Fidel Castro’s vision of solidarity and legacy highlighted in Benin

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Cotonou, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) The vision of solidarity held by the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro (1926-2016), and the importance of his legacy for new generations were highlighted in Benin during a tribute marking his centenary, Prensa Latina learned.

France: Meeting for Cubans residing in Europe announced

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Paris, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) The Coordinating Body of Cubans Residing in France has announced the 18th Meeting of Cubans Residing in Europe (ECRE), to be held on October 23 and 24 of this year in the Ile-de-France region.

“Fidel and the Volunteer Teachers” book presented in Cuba

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Havana, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) The book *Fidel and the Volunteer Teachers* (*Fidel y los Maestros Voluntarios*), which gathers testimonies regarding the leader of the Cuban Revolution and the battle for education in Cuba, was presented at the Fidel Castro Center in the capital.

Desertification threatens water and food security in Brazil

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Brasilia, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) Nearly 39 million Brazilians live in areas threatened by desertification, a process that degrades productive land, reduces its capacity to retain water and sustain life, and threatens water and food security.

Cuban book Indigo speaks to children about courage, magic, family

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Havana, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) The book *Indigo y el duende del zapato* (Indigo and the Shoe Elf) by Cuban writer Adriana Pino has immersed young readers in a fantastic journey where family and courage serve as antidotes to the disappearance of magic.

Solidarity with Cuba highlights tributes to Fidel Castro in Mali

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Bamako, August 16 (Prensa Latina) Mali's solidarity with Cuba, gratitude toward the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro (1926-2016), and recognition of his universal significance were central themes at tributes held to mark his centenary.

Aging of Brazilian population transforms electoral profile

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Brasilia, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) The aging of the Brazilian population is transforming the profile of the electorate ahead of the upcoming October elections, with a 22 percent reduction in voters aged 16 to 24 since 2010.

Frente Amplio defends the right path for Uruguay

Published on: August 17, 2026
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Montevideo, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) The Frente Amplio (FA) conducted a political review, highlighting its chosen course amidst a complex national, regional, and international landscape.

Panama extends transit visa for Cuban citizens until 2029

Published on: August 17, 2026
10:17

Panama City, Aug 16 (Prensa Latina) Panama has extended the validity until 2029 of the transit visa required for passengers or crew members who are Cuban citizens making a stopover in the country en route to other destinations.

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