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U.S. citizen killed in deadly Cuba boat shooting
Cuba's government says the 10 people on a Florida-registered boat that opened fire on its soldiers were "terrorists" trying to infiltrate the island. The country says its forces killed four people.
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What's next for Mexico after death of powerful cartel leader?
What's next for Mexico after the military's killing of a powerful cartel leader sparked violence across parts of the country?
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Mexico's military regains control after violence over the killing of a cartel leader
Mexico braced for more violence following an eruption of clashes after the armed killed the leader of a powerful cartel
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Death of Mexican cartel leader sparks widespread violence across Mexico
One of the world's most wanted drug traffickers -- a Mexican cartel boss known as "El Mencho" -- was killed by Mexican security forces. After his death, widespread violence erupted across Mexico.
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US oil blockade roils life in Cuba. Venezuelans test new freedoms
Cuba hasn’t received an oil shipment since December. The shortage has grounded air travel, and disrupted food production, hospitals and schools. Venezuelans stage open demonstrations in the streets that only weeks ago could have meant jail time.
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Cuban fuel shortage: U.S. blockade of oil grounds flights in Cuba
Cuba's fuel shortage hits during peak tourist season, grounding flights as the Trump administration's pressure tightens the island's oil supplies.
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'La cosa': In Cuba, this single phrase carries coded truths
In Cuba, "la cosa" speaks louder than words. That single phrase carries the weight of daily struggle, coded truths and the country's unspoken realities.
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Hollywood takes some shortcuts when it comes to depicting Americans abroad
An NPR panel looks at how movies portray Americans abroad, from romantic self discovery to culture clash and stereotypes.
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The Trump administration turns attention to Mexico and Cuba's oil relationship
As Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba collapse, Mexico has stepped up as the island's main supplier — though its support may be temporary under Washington's pressure.
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Maduro's gone, but Venezuela's human rights crisis remains
The fallout from the US attack on Venezuela and the focus on oil interests have largely eclipsed urgent concerns about the country's entrenched human rights abuses and democratic erosion.
