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Mexican union reaffirms solidarity with Cuba

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:13

Mexico City, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The National Autonomous University of Mexico Workers' Union (Stunam) expressed solidarity with Cuba during the opening of its 43rd Congress, the island's embassy here reported.

Puerto Rican pro-independence leadership denounces smear campaign

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

San Juan, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The Puerto Rican Independence Party (PIP) warned that the Popular Democratic Party (PPD) has resorted "to the vilest smear tactics to falsely accuse us of what they call an immoral scheme."

Nicaragua: Constitutional reform shields “People as President” model

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

Managua, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The proposed constitutional reform in Nicaragua seeks to strengthen the rule of law, preserve the "People as President" model, and ensure that electoral processes align with national interests.

Mexican university to administer verification exam

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

Mexico City, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) announced that it will administer an in-person verification entrance exam following irregularities in this year's admission test—the first to be held online.

Visual art to evoke Fidel Castro’s humanism in Cuba

Published on: August 1, 2026
18:08

Havana, Aug 1 (Prensa Latina) Cuba is preparing to commemorate the centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro on August 13; his legacy as one of the greatest political leaders of all time will be highlighted in a tribute exhibition.

Mexico reaffirms support for Cuba and commitment to send material aid

Published on: August 1, 2026
17:55

Mexico City, Jul 31 (Prensa Latina) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed her support for Cuba and the continued delivery of material aid to the island, amidst the tightening of the economic and energy blockade imposed by the United States.

Cuba’s young artistic vanguard features varied summer program

Published on: August 1, 2026
17:55

Havana, Jul 31 (Prensa Latina) The Hermanos Saiz Association (AHS), true to its commitment to promoting culture throughout Cuba, has organized a program featuring artistic performances in communities, concerts, and visits to sites of historical interest.

Russia condemns new Ukrainian attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Published on: August 1, 2026
17:54

Moscow, Jul 31 (Prensa Latina) Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that Moscow condemned the Ukrainian military's latest attempt to attack the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.

Russian scientists create bread that aids weight loss

Published on: August 1, 2026
17:54

Moscow, Jul 31 (Prensa Latina) Russia's Federal Research Center for Nutrition and Biotechnology announced that its scientists have developed a bread made with green buckwheat and oat bran, designed for people with excess weight and metabolic disorders.

India strengthens legal framework against AI-generated “Deepfakes”

Published on: August 1, 2026
17:54

New Delhi, Jul 31 (Prensa Latina) India has reinforced its regulatory framework to address the threats posed by deepfakes—synthetic audio, video, and text content driven by artificial intelligence (AI)—an official stated.

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