Imperialist bullying sharpens in Haiti
Foreign intervention in Haiti is as problematic as ever, including food aid that is undoing Haiti's economy and independence.
Artists protest funding cuts
Singers, painters and television presenters demonstrated across the Netherlands on Saturday against government plans to slash funding and subsidies for the arts.
Solving the problem of Cuban agriculture
Revolutionary Cuba, no stranger to big problems, now faces another major challenge: agricultural production.
Wyclef Jean to announce run for Haiti president
Haitian-born singer and producer Wyclef Jean is expected to announce his candidacy for president in the earthquake-hit Caribbean country on Thursday night, on Larry King's CNN show.
The vuvuzela, African culture and spirit of football: notes from the Edge
The vuvuzela horns are destined to be one of the lasting remembrances of the 2010 World Cup held here in South Africa, says author Wayne Edge.
Vatican praises Beatles, sidesteps growing scandal
The Vatican newspaper paid tribute to the Fab Four this weekend - can the Beatles rescue the Vatican?
Cuban food production is up
President Raul Castro last year signaled increased food production as Cuba's top priority.
Kool & the Gang sing in Havana
Robert "Kool" Bell, leader of the U.S. rhythm and blues group Kool & the Gang said the group's concert in Havana would be dedicated to the fraternity and unity of the peoples.
New films use humor to make sharp points
Film luminaries like Michael Moore, Matt Damon, George Clooney and Palestinian director Elia Suleiman spotlighted movies mixing wit and wisdom at last month's Toronto Film Festival.
A U.S. musician pays tribute to Mercedes Sosa
Argentinian folksinger Mercedes Sosa was known the world over as “the voice of the voiceless.”
