Luis Chirino
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Havana celebrates 500 years since its founding
Cuba’s capital is celebrating 500-years since its founding. Havana celebrated with festivities and a cultural gala at the Capitol building, attended by thousands of guests. CGTN’s Luis Chirino has the details. With a colorful fireworks display and Cuban music playing in the streets, Havana citizens […] → Read More
Havana's 500th birthday celebrations continue
Havana is marking the 500th anniversary of its founding, with celebrations in the streets of the capital city. → Read More
Havana celebrates 500 years of history
Havana is celebrating its 500th anniversary this year. Residents of the Cuban capital tell CGTN's Luis Chirino about its history... and how the city is continuing to grow. → Read More
Cuban capital prepares for 500th anniversary
Havana. Declared one of the world's "New Seven Wonders Cities," in 2014, is now showcasing its best side and colors on its 500th birthday. → Read More
Thousands flock to 37th Havana International Trade Fair
Thousands of visitors pour into Havana for the 37th International Trade Fair. → Read More
The art of Penjing is gaining popularity in Cuba
The ancient art of manicuring miniature trees was cultivated in Eastern Asia. Now, the landscaping form known as penjing is thriving in Cuba. → Read More
Cuba uses comprehensive plan to fight cancer
Officials with the World Health Organization say cancer is one of the major killer diseases in Cuba. Every year, thousands of people die of cancer on the island. In response, Cuba put in place a comprehensive plan more than a decade ago. → Read More
EU-Cuba diplomats meet to strengthen bilateral relations
Officials from Cuba and the European Union have wrapped up their second meeting to strengthen bilateral relations. The E.U. is committing to helping Cuba develop its economy. → Read More
Cuban entrepreneurs use connectivity to launch ride-share app
Internet connectivity has come slowly to Cuba but recent years have seen significant growth in WiFi hotspots, cyber cafes, and home DSL connections. And with the launch of mobile data service last December, enterprising young Cubans saw further opportunity. → Read More
UK insists on trading with Cuba despite US sanctions
Cuba and the UK have pledged to expand cooperation and trade by relaunching the UK-Cuba Initiative → Read More
Cubans face shortages as basic items rationed
Authorities insist, however, that this is a temporary situation which requires initiatives to boost local food production and new market sources. → Read More
Cubans mark May Day with parades across island
Cubans marked International Workers Day with traditional May Day parades across the island. It opened with blocks of workers marching on Havana’s Revolution Square, → Read More
Cuba draws on global artists for Biennial show
This month Cuba is hosting the 13th Havana Biennial. It's the country's most important art festival, drawing artists from around the world. → Read More
Historic deal allows Cuban players to sign with MLB clubs
The 2019 Major league baseball season opened in the US on Thursday. It's the earliest opening day ever for the sport, known as America's favorite pastime. It's also setting records for foreign-born players. → Read More
Britain's Prince of Wales visits Cuba in search of closer ties
Britain's Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall visit Cuba, to promote closer ties between the two island nations. → Read More