The Philippines becomes the staging ground for a US-led war with China
France, Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand—following Washington’s lead—have each staged war games or concluded alliances ...
Caribbean leaders oppose US policy targeting Cuban medical missions, saying they're critical
Caribbean leaders are pushing back against a new U.S. policy that aims to crack down on Cuban medical missions, saying that the work of hundreds of Cuban medical staff across the region is essential.
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Cuba's elderly: alone in the crisis
Cuba’s population is aging rapidly, but economic hardship and mass emigration have left many elderly people struggling.
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August 1896: Revolt in the Philippines
Aguinaldo had Bonifacio arrested and executed in 1897. When the United States and Spain went to war over Cuba, the Philippines joined the side of the U.S. On June 12, 1898, Aguinaldo declared the ...
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January 1899: Senate Debate over Ratification of the Treaty of Paris
The debate regarding the ratification of the treaty polarized the Senate on imperialism and nation's future role in Cuba and the Philippines. During the debate, Senator Hoar and Senator Vest were ...