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Mario J Penton is a journalist based in Miami, United States of America. Mario Pentón, nació el 30 de diciembre de 1986 en Cienfuegos, una provincia central de Cuba. En la actualidad es reconocido como uno de los principales periodistas cubanos que en redes sociales da cobertura a los temas de inmigración desde Cuba y América Latina. Siguiendo su pasión, se matriculó en la Universidad de Cienfuegos, donde destacó en sus estudios y se graduó con distinción en Comunicación Social. Con un deseo ferviente de expandir su conocimiento y explorar una variedad de disciplinas académicas, Pentón emprendió un viaje educativo que lo llevaría mucho más allá de las fronteras. Pentón enriqueció su formación académica estudiando historia en la Universidad del Valle en Guatemala, lo que refleja su firme compromiso por entender las intrincadas narrativas que influyen en las sociedades. Posteriormente, se unió al ámbito de los medios de comunicación independientes, donde realizó valiosas contribuciones a reconocidas publicaciones como 14ymedio, el Nuevo Herald y el Miami Herald. A través de su trabajo periodístico, arrojó luz sobre los desafíos socioeconómicos que enfrentan las personas en Cuba y otras naciones de América Latina, a menudo ofreciendo ideas que, de lo contrario, permanecerían en la sombra. En octubre de 2023 estrenó su sitio web personal denominado MarioPenton.com, donde profundiza en la información y el análisis de los principales eventos en torno a los movimientos sociales, geográficos y culturales de diferentes comunidades Latinoamérica y en especial la cubana.
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They reveal how Cuba's multimillion-dollar businesses work in Angola
An investigative report exposes the operations of Cuba's multimillion-dollar businesses in Angola and highlights how the Cuban regime exploits the salaries of thousands of professionals.
Relatives of Cuban Rafters Ask Not to Be Sent Back
Relatives of 18 Cuban rafters who arrived in the United States are seeking assistance to locate them and prevent their return to Cuba.
Cuba remains on list of countries that don’t help the U.S. fight terrorism
The U.S. State Department has kept Cuba on the list of countries not fully cooperating with U.S. anti-terrorism efforts, alongside Syria, Venezuela, North Korea, and Iran. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla expressed his discontent on Twitter, criticizing the continuation of Trump's policies. Cuba was re-added to this list in 2019 and was designated as a state sponsor of terrorism in one of Trump's final foreign policy actions. The Biden administration has not indicated any major shifts in policy towards Cuba, which is currently facing its worst economic crisis in decades, exacerbated by the pandemic and U.S. sanctions. There is growing discontent and calls for reform within Cuba, amplified by social media and an emerging civil society.
The program is not suspended: Immigration lawyer explains what is happening with humanitarian parole
An immigration lawyer clarifies that the humanitarian parole program is not suspended, addressing concerns and providing insights into the current status and implications of the program. The discussion highlights the importance of the program for immigrants and the legal nuances involved in its operation.
Protest in Cienfuegos: man damages government car and generates large police deployment (VIDEO)
A man armed with a machete damaged a government car in Cienfuegos, Cuba, leading to a significant police response. Residents expressed frustration with the socio-economic situation, including hunger, blackouts, and inflation. U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz wrote to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging indefinite parole for Cuban political prisoners Maykel 'Osorbo' Castillo Pérez and Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara. The Cuban government extended tariff exemptions for food and medicine imports until June 2024, a measure initially approved after the July 2021 protests. Human rights activist Sonia Álvarez Campillo was detained, coinciding with a visit by Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel to Matanzas. The city of Hialeah unanimously passed a resolution supporting the Cuban people. Lineman Leonel Barroso Machín died from an accident while working on electrical recovery after a storm in Havana.
Young man attacks a government car in Cienfuegos
A young man in Cienfuegos attacked a government car, causing significant damage. Images sent to Martí Noticias show the destruction and the moment of his arrest by the police.
Relatives of former minister Gil learned of his arrest on national television (VIDEO)
Family members of former Cuban minister Alejandro Gil Fernández learned of his arrest through national television. The Cuban regime accused him of corruption and insensitivity. Gil Fernández was a key figure in Miguel Díaz-Canel's government, responsible for implementing major economic reforms. His sister, María Victoria Gil, criticized the government's use of officials and predicted negative outcomes for Gil Fernández. The United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL) released economic projections for Cuba, showing worse indicators than previously expected. José Raúl Mulino, Panama's president-elect, vowed to close a major migration route used by Cuban immigrants. Independent journalist Carlos Michael Morales remains detained in Cuba, facing charges of assault and disobedience. The U.S. State Department reported no significant changes in Cuba's human rights situation in 2023, highlighting various abuses and the lack of transparency in legal proceedings.
Senior Biden Official Asserts They Will Fight for Humanitarian Parole in Court
The Biden administration is prepared to defend the humanitarian parole program in court if Judge Drew Tipton rules against it. Blas Nuñez Neto, the US Department of Homeland Security's Undersecretary, emphasized the administration's belief in the program's legality and commitment to its continuation. The program, initiated in January 2023, has facilitated legal immigration for over 357,000 individuals from Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Haiti. Concerns arose after reports suggested that an unfavorable ruling might not be appealable, causing anxiety among potential beneficiaries.
Nieces of Cuba's Prime Minister Enjoy U.S. Immigration Benefits
Giselle and Lorena Selcis, nieces of Cuba's Prime Minister Manuel Marrero, have benefited from U.S. immigration policies, including asylum and the Humanitarian Parole program. Despite their elite status in Cuba, they have settled in Florida, raising questions about the privileges enjoyed by the Cuban political elite. The article highlights the contrast between their luxurious lifestyle and the hardships faced by ordinary Cubans. It also discusses the broader issue of Cuban migration to the U.S. and the scrutiny of individuals with ties to the Cuban regime.
New Figures Revealed for Humanitarian Parole and CBPONE in September
The Department of Homeland Security disclosed new figures for the humanitarian parole program and the CBPONE asylum application for September, marking the end of the fiscal year. Over 28,000 individuals from Haiti, Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua were approved this month, with the program reportedly reducing irregular migration and exploitation by traffickers. By the end of September 2023, over 240,000 individuals from these countries legally arrived and were granted parole. CBP processed approximately 43,000 people with CBP One™ appointments at entry ports. Since January 2023, nearly 278,000 appointments have been scheduled through CBP One™, with Haitian, Mexican, and Venezuelan nationals being the majority. The U.S. government expressed concern over the record number of immigrants entering through the southern border in September, with over 341,000 immigrants arriving, and is pressuring Mexico to implement stricter immigration controls.
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