Happy, an Asian elephant, has been a resident of the Bronx Zoo for more than four decades. She is now 47 years old and has lived alone since 2006, following a conflict that led to her separation from the zoo’s other elephants. The question of whether Happy is content is up for debate. The zoo’s […]
Brayan Rayo Garzon faced deep distress. Detained by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), he spent four days isolated in a Missouri jail, battling COVID-19 symptoms. His request for mental health treatment was delayed, records reveal, and he was not allowed his nightly call to his mother to prevent disease spread. Brayan pleaded with […]
The Trump administration has deported nearly 13,000 individuals from Cuba, Venezuela, and other nationalities to Mexico. These deportees face significant risks from cartel violence in a country that is unfamiliar to them. Human Rights Watch released a report on Wednesday highlighting these concerns. Though Mexico has historically accepted such deportations, the current wave involves older […]
Cuban authorities have rallied around Raúl Castro, the nation’s former president, following his indictment on murder charges related to the downing of two civilian planes 30 years ago. Raúl Castro, celebrated as a revolutionary hero, was officially charged in Miami, with Cuban state-run media quickly responding. Social media platforms were flooded with supportive messages, showcasing […]
The U.S. oil blockade has left millions of Cubans without access to cooking gas. In Santiago de Cuba, known as the birthplace of the Cuban revolution, residents of apartment towers are now using charcoal and firewood for cooking. In Santiago de Cuba, five towering 18-story apartment buildings stand as a reminder of the Cuban revolution’s […]
Wealthy Americans increasingly view multiple citizenships and residencies as safeguards against unpredictable economic and political conditions in the United States. This trend serves as an insurance policy, offering them options and stability in times of uncertainty.