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- Jun 6, 2022
- 2 min
Biden Eases Some Restrictions But Florida Politics Prevents Normalizing Relations With Cuba
The Biden administration has announced measures to undo former President Donald Trump's “maximum pressure” campaign against the Cuban government. Under an order issued Wednesday by the U.S. Transportation Department, US airlines will again be allowed to fly to Cuban destinations beyond Havana, opening up more options for American visitors. The White House also lifted a cap on family remittances and American groups will be permitted to visit on educational trips. U.S. official


- Jul 24, 2018
- 1 min
Support Cuba's First Clothing Brand Available in the US, "Clandestina"
Because of America's Cold War era embargo of Cuba, its been impossible to purchase clothing designed on the island, and generally it still is. However, "Clandestina" has now made it possible to support Cuban artists who design their t-shirts in Havana, but print them in Columbia, SC and ship them from there. About Clandestina: "Founded in 2015 by designer Idania Del Rio, Clandestina is Cuba's first clothing brand, and a unique collective of designers, artists, and creators. A


- Jul 23, 2018
- 1 min
Slow But Positive Changes In Store for Cuba Including Gay Marriage and Private Property Rights
Miguel Díaz-Canel, who took over as Cuba's President in April, is ushering in reforms in Cuba, but don't expect multi-party elections any time soon. Still, Cuba’s new draft constitution recognizes private property rights, sets term limits for the office of president, and opens the door to same-sex marriage. The Communist Party will remain the guiding force of reform but it will now focus on building a modern and sustainable socialist society. Business Insider: "Laying out the