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US sanctions Cuban officials, oil shippers and China telecom supplier — Nov 3, 2026The United States announced new Cuba-related sanctions against individuals, companies and vessels linked to the island’s military and oil-shipping networks, including Chinese suppliers. The Treasury also issued a determination paving the way for sanctions on Cuba’s electronics, manufacturing, maritime and technology sectors.

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Florida Senate Hopeful’s Cuba Answer Leaves Viewers Stunned, Hands Republicans a Perfect Attack Ad1 source — Oct 27, 2026

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Marcus Bell Voters expect sharper responses on foreign policy from anyone seeking a Senate seat.

Trump revives Cuba intervention talk after Iran war — Oct 23, 2026Trump said U.S. warships returning from Iran could stop about 50 yards off Cuba, hands raised, then send Rubio to finish the deal; Rubio urged a CIA partnership.

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Nicole Hardy Parking ships that close to Cuba risks stirring up old tensions we don't need right now.

Trump says US will 'take care of Cuba' on its way back from Iran1 source — Oct 23, 2026

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Sam Okafor Trump's idea of handling Cuba after Iran risks stretching our resources too thin without clear goals.

Trump signals Cuba reckoning after Iran at Fort Myers rally — Oct 24, 2026At Alico Arena, President Trump said warships home from Iran could stop 50 yards off Cuba and send Marco Rubio to finish a deal, as Rubio urged a discrete CIA partnership.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

U.N. Vote Shows Weaker Support for Cuba Embargo — Oct 22, 2026As a U.N. vote approaches on ending the U.S. embargo on Cuba, former Caribbean leaders, Vietnamese graduates of Cuban universities and BRICS countries have urged support for lifting the measures, citing their economic and humanitarian effects and opposition to unilateral sanctions. Cuba has accused the Trump administration of threatening retaliation against countries that back the resolution, an allegation reported amid longstanding international opposition to the embargo.

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Cuban Churches Provide Meals, Medical Care Amid ShortagesGood News — Oct 31, 2026Churches and community groups in Illinois, Alabama and Cuba are providing free meals and other support, including a Tuscaloosa breakfast for seniors, an Ottawa church lunch and Cuban church programs offering older adults meals and medical care. In Havana’s Guanabacoa district, El Jordán Baptist Church hosts more than 100 people weekly for activities and lunch.

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Lula Reelected, Faces Congress, Fiscal and Environmental Battles — Oct 29, 2026Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s reelection gives him a renewed mandate to pursue environmental protections, but a conservative Congress could constrain his climate agenda as supporters also resist tougher spending measures amid rising debt. His victory may also strengthen Cuba’s ties with Brazil, complicating the Trump administration’s effort to isolate Havana.

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Rubio Adviser Lewin Leaves State Department Policy Chief Role — Oct 27, 2026Jeremy Lewin, 29, is leaving his role as the State Department’s policy planning chief to return to the private sector after nearly two years as a top adviser to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. He helped oversee changes to U.S. foreign assistance and implement the Trump administration’s policies toward Cuba and Venezuela.

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Democratic Visit to Miami Cuban Bakery Draws Online Criticism — Oct 19, 2026A campaign stop by Democratic House Leader Hakeem Jeffries and congressional candidate Eliott Rodriguez at Miami’s Cuban-owned CAO Bakery sparked online backlash from conservatives who accused the business of supporting socialism. Rodriguez and Jeffries have rejected socialism, while CAO and Vicky Bakery publicly condemned it and CAO said its doors are open to people of all political views.

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Six Sentenced in $22M Cuban Smuggling SchemeWorld — Oct 30, 2026Six people—five Cuban nationals and one U.S. citizen—were sentenced to two to four years in federal prison for a scheme that smuggled Cubans into the United States and filed more than 1,700 fraudulent asylum claims. Prosecutors said the network charged up to $40,000 per person and laundered more than $22 million between 2021 and 2025.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Cuban minister accuses Waltz of lying during UN General Assembly speech — Oct 27, 2026On Oct. 27, 2026, Waltz showed Castro Rolexes (~$40,000, 55 years’ Cuban wages) at the UN; Rodríguez approached accusing lies; Waltz yelled "Back up!" as a delegate reached for aide Freire’s phone.

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Derek Foss Waltz waving around those Rolexes worth 55 years of Cuban wages was bound to spark accusations of lies at the UN.

Dumonts buy Adelson stake to take Mavericks majority control — Nov 3, 2026Patrick Dumont and his wife, Sivan, bought Miriam Adelson’s stake in the Dallas Mavericks, giving their family a 69% controlling share; Mark Cuban retains 27% and Dumont can buy an additional 20% under the original sale terms. The family says it is focused on building a new Dallas arena planned to open in 2031.

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Multigenerational Bakers Sustain Traditions Across U.S.Lifestyle — Oct 31, 2026Across the country, family histories and hands-on craft shape bakeries ranging from a century-old Tampa Cuban bread institution to new Mexican bakeries in Alaska and San Jose. Other shops pair traditional scratch baking with historic roots or award-winning pastry, showing how distinct baking traditions continue to thrive in local communities.

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German Youth Protests Turn ViolentWorld — Oct 28, 2026Large demonstrations are expected in Cologne and Frankfurt on Oct. 31 over education, surveillance, military spending and affordability, while anti-immigration protesters are also expected in Auckland that day. Protests are planned in Havana on Oct. 28 amid tensions between U.S. and Cuban officials, and in Tokyo on Nov. 1 against the government’s defense budget and reforms; authorities warn of heightened security and transportation disruptions near protest sites.

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Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

Jolly Said He Met Cuban Officials Seeking Florida Consulate1 source — Oct 30, 2026

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Sam Okafor This push for a Cuban consulate sounds like it ignores ongoing issues with their regime and could affect local security.

Amazon Adds AI Reading Companion to KindlesTech — Oct 28, 2026New reading and learning initiatives are using technology and personalized support to strengthen literacy, from Kindle’s AI book companion and Cuban schools’ digital-literacy efforts to tailored book selections and at-home fluency practice. Text-to-speech tools are also being promoted as classroom accommodations that help students with dyslexia access material while following along with written text.

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Restaurant Guides Highlight Local Food Across CitiesLifestyle — Oct 23, 2026Food guides and reviews spotlight affordable Cuban bakeries in Florida, Spanish tapas at Melbourne’s Anada, sandwich and torta shops in San Antonio, and Portuguese-inspired brunch and deli offerings at Café Nossa in Yarm.

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Guatemala Race Plans Asturias TributeLifestyle — Oct 16, 2026Food-focused events are highlighting regional flavors, from a new Cuban food truck in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad to a Lima restaurant’s creative anticucho menu for Anticucho Day. In Tucson, Tohono Chul will pair chiles and chocolate with Día de los Muertos traditions, local makers and live performances.

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US Sanctions 16 Iranians and 11 Mixed-Nation Entities — Oct 15, 2026The U.S. expanded Iran-related sanctions to 16 Iranian individuals and 10 entities, including a Cuban bank accused of providing services to Iranian financial institutions and Iraq’s International Development Bank. Treasury also authorized transactions needed to wind down dealings involving the Iraqi bank through October 30.

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Chris Dalton Giving the Iraqi bank until October 30 to unwind dealings avoids sudden damage to their customers.

Reservoir Farms plans Yakima agtech robotics hubTech — Oct 20, 2026Reservoir Farms plans to open an agricultural robotics incubator in Washington’s Yakima Valley in spring 2027, placing startups alongside growers and researchers to develop and test automation and physical AI for labor-intensive crops such as apples, cherries, pears and blueberries. The effort brings together regional research and industry partners and will expand Reservoir’s existing network of on-farm innovation sites.

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Cheese Comebacks, Awards, Festival Plans Span CommunitiesGood News — Oct 13, 2026Nostalgic cheese dishes are enjoying a comeback, while cheesemakers in New Zealand and Ireland are promoting distinctive local cheeses. In Mobile, the annual Grilled Cheese Meltdown will bring local businesses together for a tasting and competition that raises money for a small-business incubator.

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Trump: ‘Cuba Is Gonna Fall’ — Mar 6, 2026President Donald Trump is ready to set his sights on Cuba. Trump told CNN Friday morning Cuba “is going to fall pretty soon.” “Cuba is gonna fall pretty soon, by the way, unrelated, but Cuba is gonna fall, too. They…

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Cuba Says US Contacts Aren’t Negotiations — Oct 5, 2026Cuba's top Washington diplomat told Reuters on Oct. 5, 2026 the US and Cuba have communication channels but no formal negotiations, disputing Trump's claim Rubio was deep into talks.

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Nicole Hardy Having open channels is smart but it won't solve much without real negotiations on the table.