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Tremors felt as far as US mainland after major 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Caribbean
An initial tsunami warning following the earthquake was lifted.
Scans on US diplomats posted in Cuba show 'something happened' to their brains
Cuba has rejected the results of a study by the University of Pennsylvania.
Cuba to scrap same-sex marriage language from new constitution, official says
The decision was made despite public support nationwide for the reform.
US evacuates staff from China over fears of mysterious 'sonic induced' brain trauma illness
The department said yesterday that “a number of individuals” were sent to the United States for further evaluation.
Cuba plane crash black box found 'in good condition'
An audit is to be carried out on the Mexican company that leased the aircraft involved in the crash.
Plane in Cuba crash was poorly maintained, former pilot alleges
The leased passenger plane crashed shortly after takeoff killing over 100 people.
Three women in critical condition and over 100 dead in Cuba plane crash
The three women, who were pulled from the wreckage, are the only survivors of yesterday’s plane crash.
Many feared dead after Cuban airliner carrying 104 passengers crashes
A military officer old reporters that there appears to have been only three survivors, who remain in critical condition.
Cuba nominates Miguel Diaz-Canel to replace Raul Castro as president
Diaz-Canel will become Cuba’s first leader in 60 years who is not named Castro.
Cuba on the cusp of new era as Castro to relinquish power this week
It’ll be the first time in nearly 60 years a Castro has not ruled Cuba.
Cuba's wannabe YouTube stars walk 3km to upload their videos
“We don’t seek to be known as Cuban YouTubers just because it’s complicated for us or because we live in a communist island.”
As Castro steps down, challenges await Cuba's new leader
On Sunday, Cubans went to the polls to ratify a new National Assembly, who will choose the future president.
Cuba 'sonic attack' claims: Doctors treating US embassy staff find brain abnormalities in patients
The finding is also one of several factors fueling growing scepticism that some kind of sonic weapon was involved.
Irish Che Guevara artist: 'Criticism is to be expected from the usual quarters'
The artist who created the iconic Che Guevara print says he’s “immensely proud” of his artwork, and says many misunderstand the Cuban revolutionary.
Some Cubans are outraged with Ireland's 'offensive' Che Guevara stamp
The 50th anniversary of the Cuban revolutionary’s death has been honoured with a commemorative stamp today.
An Post marks Che Guevara's 50th anniversary with new commemorative stamp
The stamp will feature the famous artwork of Guevara by Irish artist Jim Fitzpartrick
US expels 15 Cuban diplomats following mysterious attacks on embassy staff
Those affected have exhibited physical symptoms including ear complaints, hearing loss, dizziness, headaches and difficulty sleeping.
US withdraws diplomatic staff in Cuba over mystery 'sonic attacks'
The attacks of an unknown nature have targeted at least 21 US embassy staff in Havana over the past few months, the US said.
Hurricane latest: Irma downgraded to Category 3 hurricane, but forecasters say it remains 'powerful'
One person has died, bringing the total number killed across the Caribbean and the US to 23
Hurricane Irma weakens to Category 3 as it heads for Florida
A total of 6.3 million people have been ordered to evacuate the southern US State.
Dolphins airlifted to safety by helicopter in advance of Hurricane Irma
The six male dolphins were placed on foam mattresses and flown to the southwestern side of Cuba to avoid the storm landfall.
16 US employees hurt in 'unprecedented acoustic attack' in Cuba
Some of the staff are believed to have experienced hearing loss.
Investigation after US diplomats suffer mystery hearing loss in Cuba
After an investigation, US authorities attributed the hearing loss to a covert sonic device.
Donald Trump says he's ending Obama's 'one-sided deal' with Cuba
Of course, that’s not the whole truth – in reality he’s restricting travel and trading with Cuba.
'Los Frikis': The Cuban punks who deliberately infected themselves with HIV
One of the men, Gerson Govea, talks about his experiences.
As Cuba emerges from economic hibernation, opportunity knocks for Irish firms
But don’t expect anything to happen quickly in the Caribbean nation.
Baseball star admits eating fake passport as he was smuggled into the US
Jose Abreu was the subject of an intense bidding war in the MLB in 2013.
Pictures: A Cuban migrant boat has washed up on a beach in Sligo
It’s the first time a vessel like this has been recorded washing ashore in Europe.
Final acts as President: Obama moves 10 prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman
The nationality of the ten inmates are unconfirmed.
Cuba has offered to pay its €265 million debt to the Czech Republic - in rum
That would give the Czechs enough rum for 100 years.
Ireland wants to build a relationship with Cuba
The Minister for Foreign Affairs Charlie Flanagan briefed his Cabinet colleagues on Tuesday about improving links between the two countries.
Crowds chant 'I am Fidel' as leader's ashes reunited with Che Guevara
Castro’s ashes will be laid to rest in a final ceremony on Sunday.
Havana holds huge tribute to Castro; all kinds of world leaders turn up
Ireland’s ambassador to Mexico Sonja Hyland was in attendance in Havana last night.
Poll: Do you think President Higgins' tribute to Fidel Castro was appropriate?
The president has come in for criticism over his statement on the death of the former Cuban leader.
'Con la simpatico': President Higgins is first to sign book of condolences for Castro
The president drew criticism for his comments on the death of the Communist leader.
Maradona hails late Fidel Castro as 'second father'
The footballing great built a friendship with the former Cuban leader.
President Higgins criticised for praising 'brutal dictator' Castro
The death of the former Cuban leader has sparked a mixed response.
Fidel Castro has died at the age of 90
The revolutionary leader shaped Cuba for more than 50 years.
Yoel Romero receives suspension for post-fight celebration at UFC 205
The NYSAC have punished the middleweight title contender for jumping out of the octagon at MSG.
Cuban doper told to return Olympic medal but it looks like it's been sold on eBay
Yarelys Barrios won silver in Beijing but has tested positive for a banned substance following a retroactive drug test.
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