Cuba

New study rubbishes ‘exotic explanations’ for Havana Syndrome

Document enshrines one-party rule but paves way for modest economic reforms

Nearly 30 migrants from India and Cuba are refusing to eat in protest at alleged mistreatment

Scientists claim source of mysterious noise attributed to headaches and nausea not an acoustic weapon

Canadian embassy workers in Havana complain of similar unexplained symptoms to US colleagues

Miguel Diaz-Canel says he is committed to eliminating all types of discrimination in society

New constitution will open up the economy but maintain one-party system

After Cuban accusations, State Department puts staff on alert in China too

Cuba at a crossroads as National Assembly prepares to vote for first president outside the Castro family in over 60 years

Communist Caribbean island rekindles Cold War alliances as Moscow looks to fill void left by US

Wildlife experts nominate the unique, biodiverse places they love above all others

At least 21 US diplomats complain of hearing loss, slurred speech

US President expected to undo work of Barack Obama and tighten trade and travel restrictions

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sparks outrage in the US after praising 'remarkable leader'

Terminating a pregnancy is a 'grave sin' but not an unforgivable one, Pontiff says

Leaders clash over human rights and trade before sharing a very awkward handshake

53 years ago today, a nuclear war between the US and USSR was narrowly averted after Khrushchev 'blinked'

Claims for assets seized during Castro's Communist takeover could reach $20bn, says lawyer

Miami-based firm Carnival anticipates 'tremendous hunger' for Cuba cruises as the embargo is lifted

The 'significant message of confidence' is crucial step in improving relations between the two countries

US president expected to announce Cuba will be removed from terror list in effort to improve relations

Many welcome the 'long overdue' move to normalise relations with Cuba, but Obama faces fierce opposition from Republicans

The UN launches an emergency appeal for funds as China is criticised for its failure to contribute

American aid agency funded ZunZuneo messaging service to encourage dissent in Cuba

Vintage cars are 'symbols of oppression' and only tourists will mourn their consignment to scrap heap