Kingston, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) The Public Health Department says it is monitoring an increase in respiratory illness and is, therefore, advising the public to take the necessary precautions to remain healthy during the winter season.

United Nations, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) The UNSC approval of a resolution for the "sustainable cessation of hostilities" and the calls to extend humanitarian aid confirms the emergency of crisis in Gaza for the UN.

La Paz, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) Popular forces of Bolivia celebrated the verdict by the Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) ratifying the 10-year imprisonment for former de facto president Jeanine Áñez in the Coup d'Etat II process.

Beijing, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) China urged for an effective and rapid implementation of the UN Security Council (UNSC) resolution focused on humanitarian aid to Gaza, according to local press.

Beijing, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) Cubans living in China expressed pride for their native country, urged to strengthen ties with Cuba and strongly rejected the U.S. blockade, as confirmed during a national meeting held simultaneously at the Cuban embassy in Beijing. The Association of Cubans Residing in China issued a statement in which it stressed its patriotic feelings and recognized itself as an integral part of the Cuban people.

Havana, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) After critical analysis to dynamize domestic economy and the approval of three new bills, the National Assembly of People´s Power (ANPP) will continue its legislative agenda in 2024.

Mexico City, Dec 19 (Prensa Latina) The IMSS-Bienestar Health Federalization Plan is advancing steadily in 23 states of Mexico's 32 entities, benefiting 91 million people, 70% of the population.

Buenos Aires, Dec 19 (Prensa Latina) The Minister of Government of the province of Buenos Aires, Carlos Bianco, assured that the local authorities will not apply an anti-protest protocol approved by the Argentinean Minister of Security, Patricia Bullrich.

Sancti Spíritus, Cuba. Dec 19 (Prensa Latina) For the first time in Cuba, Heberprot-P, a national growth factor, was successfully applied to a pediatric patient prior to a skin transplant in this central province, according to specialists.

Montevideo, Dec 19 (Prensa Latina) The rains of the last hours caused rivers to overflow in northern Uruguay, where floods that have been occurring for several weeks were repeated.