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- Jan 26
Cubans inaugurate first new Catholic church in decades
The first new Roman Catholic church to be completed in Cuba since the country's 1959 socialist revolution has been inaugurated with the aid of a Florida congregation
Jan 26
- Dec 23
Cuban assembly approves draft of new constitution
Cuba's National Assembly has unanimously approved an update of the country's constitution, the final step before a national referendum expected to approve the new charter in February
Dec 23
- Dec 13
US diplomats in Cuba suffered inner-ear damage after experiencing mysterious sound or pressure, doctors say
U.S. diplomatic personnel residing in Cuba's capital who felt ill after hearing loud, high-pitched sounds or feeling pressure sensations suffered damage to the inner ear.
Dec 13
- Dec 12
US diplomats in Cuba suffered inner-ear damage, doctors say
"Objective testing showed evidence of a balance disorder that affects the inner ear and a unique pattern of cognitive and behavioral dysfunction," said Dr. Michael Hoffer.
Dec 12
- Dec 6
Cuban government launches 3G service
Cuban citizens will now have internet access on their cellphones.
Dec 6
- Dec 5
Cuba lifts ban on cellphone internet access
Cuban citizens are now able to access the internet on their phones for the first time.
Dec 5
- Nov 19
French bank Societe Generale accused of 'trading with the enemy' to help Cuba evade US sanctions
The bank was charged with conspiring to violate the Trading with the Enemy Act.
Nov 19
- Sep 5
Microwaves possible cause, not 'prime suspect' in US personnel illness in Cuba: Doctor
Researchers say they still can't pinpoint the reason for the "health attacks."
Sep 5 - Jun 29
New 'medically confirmed' case of US employee in Cuba hit in mystery health incidents
A total of 26 U.S. employees in Cuba have been affected to date.
Jun 29
- Jun 11
More than 100 people killed in Cuban plane crash
Investigators are still trying to figure out why the plane plummeted from the sky.
Jun 11
- Jun 11
Jetliner with more than 100 on board crashes during takeoff from Cuba
State media said there were three survivors on the flight, which was heading to the other end of the island.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Moments after plane hits the ground in Cuba
The plane, a Boeing 737 rented by Cubana airlines, had just left José Martà International Airport outside Havana, Cuban state TV reported.
Jun 11 - Jun 7
Raul Castro: I'm stepping down as Cuba's president on April 19
Raul Castro has led the country since taking over from his late brother, Fidel.
Jun 7 - May 18
Jet with 104 passengers crashes just after takeoff in Cuba
The plane had just left José Martí International Airport.
May 18 - Apr 20
What you need to know about Cuba's new president, Miguel Diaz-Canel, as Raul Castro steps down
Cuba turned the page on a new political era today as Raul Castro stepped down as president and handed over power to his handpicked successor, Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez.
Apr 20 - Apr 19
- Apr 19
How the end of the Castro era affects US travel to Cuba
Miguel Díaz-Canel is the next president of Cuba.
Apr 19 - Apr 19
Fidel Castro's revolution lives on in this Cuban mountain range
Cubans say they are still grateful for the land reforms and modern amenities Castro's leftist revolution brought.
Apr 19 - Apr 18
Cuba without a Castro: What comes next as the revolutionary dynasty ends?
For the first time in more than 50 years, Cuba won't be led by a Castro.
Apr 18 - Apr 16
Cuba without a Castro: What comes next?
For the first time in more than 50 years, Cuba won't be led by a Castro.
Apr 16 - Mar 2
US makes Cuba embassy cuts permanent after 'health attacks'
The United States is making permanent its decision last year to withdraw 60 percent of its diplomats from Cuba because of what the State Department calls "health attacks" affecting American diplomats
Mar 2 - Mar 2
US Embassy in Cuba makes staff cuts permanent after unexplained health 'attacks'
The U.S. Embassy in Cuba will operate with minimum essential personnel.
Mar 2 - Feb 15
Stunning new details in first medical report on US personnel in Cuba
The cause of the mysterious "health attacks" in Cuba remains a mystery.
Feb 15 - Jan 10
US officials stumped on illnesses in Cuba, open door to 'viral' or 'ultrasound' cause
A new report claimed the FBI uncovered "no evidence" of a "sonic attack."
Jan 10 - Jan 10
US officials still stumped on mystery illnesses in Cuba, open door to 'viral' or 'ultrasound' cause
A new report claimed the FBI uncovered "no evidence" of a "sonic attack."
Jan 10 - Nov 8
- Nov 3
Cuban foreign minister accuses US of lying about mysterious health attacks
Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla blamed the U.S. for politicizing the attacks.
Nov 3 - Oct 6
'Handful' of US citizens reported health attacks after visiting Cuba, State Dept. says
The claims have not been verified.
Oct 6 - Oct 3
US expels 15 Cuban diplomats from embassy in Washington
The U.S. is ordering the departure of 15 Cuban diplomats from the country's embassy in Washington, D.C., after 22 U.S. personnel have experienced severe health problems in Cuba.
Oct 3 - Oct 3
- Sep 30
Americans are warned against traveling to Cuba
After a series of mysterious attacks targeting U.S. diplomats, the State Department cut embassy staff in Havana by more than half and warned Americans against visiting the country.
Sep 30 - Sep 30
US warns against travel to Cuba, cuts embassy staff after mysterious 'attacks'
The U.S. order is in response to recent "specific attacks."
Sep 30 - Sep 30
US warns against travel to Cuba
The U.S. is cutting more than half the staff of its embassy in Havana following mysterious symptoms in specific attacks.
Sep 30 - Sep 29
President Trump's approach to Cuba
Donald Trump followed through on a campaign promise to cancel what he called President Obama's "one-sided deal with Cuba."
Sep 29 - Sep 2
New developments in the mystery attacks of US diplomats in Cuba
Some government workers at the U.S. embassy in Havana have brain injuries and permanent hearing loss.
Sep 2 - Aug 24
- Aug 24
New details on illnesses of US diplomats in Cuba
The FBI and other U.S. agencies are now in Havana investigating why at least 10 American staff members and their families, who may have been targeted by a sonic device, started experiencing strange physical symptoms in 2016.
Aug 24 - Aug 24
US officials in Cuba rushed to Miami
Many diplomats have been rushed home to Miami for treatment after suffering from mysterious symptoms.
Aug 24 - Aug 11
Mystery shrouds 'incidents' in Cuba involving US embassy personnel
The United States has expelled two Cuban diplomats following "incidents" that allegedly caused U.S. embassy personnel in Havana to suffer "physical symptoms."
Aug 11 - Aug 11
U.S. diplomats suddenly fall ill in Cuba
The State Department and FBI are not revealing what made them sick or their symptoms; it appears some officials were exposed to a "sonic device" that caused hearing problems and other symptoms.
Aug 11 - Aug 10
US State Department expels 2 Cuban diplomats
The diplomats were expelled after U.S. Embassy employees in Havana reported coming down with mysterious physical ailments that are now attributed to a sonic device.
Aug 10 - Jun 17
Trump 'canceling' Obama's Cuba policy but leaves much in place
New policy will undo many diplomatic reform efforts enacted by Obama.
Jun 17 - Jun 17
Trump 'canceling' Obama Cuba policy but leaves much in place
After nearly three years of warming relations between the United States and Cuba, President Donald Trump has announced that his administration will unravel many of his predecessor's policies on the communist state.
Jun 17 - Jun 16
Trump set to unveil new Cuba policy
The president is expected to unveil a new restrictive policy on Cuba, rolling back many Obama-era changes.
Jun 16 - Jun 10
Trump planning to reverse Cuba policy, sources say
President Obama initiated the re-normalization of relations in 2014
Jun 10 - Jun 9
Congressional Republicans send letters to Trump and administration urging Cuba remain open
They point to keeping Cuba open as a "matter of U.S. national security."
Jun 9 - Apr 27
48 Days: Photographer captures 8,000-mile journey from Cuba to the US
Two Cuban immigrants crossed 13 borders over 48 days for a new life.
Apr 27 - Feb 22
Top Trump aide calls Guantanamo Bay 'incredibly important intelligence asset'
A top Trump aide suggested Trump intends to keep his campaign promise to repopulate the detention center at Guantanamo Bay.
Feb 22