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Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
In a first, U.S. sanctions Cuba leader Miguel Díaz-Canel for human rights violations
Coinciding with the anniversary of the islandwide July 11 uprising in 2021 on Friday, the United States sanctioned Cuba's leader, Miguel Díaz-Canel, for his involvement in 'gross violations of human rights, ' the Department of State said in a statement. This is the first time the U.S. government has imposed sanctions on Díaz-Canel, Cuba's handpicked president and head of the Communist Party, a civilian figure who was spared in several rounds of sanctions on Cuban officials both under President Donald Trump, in his first term, and President Joe Biden. The State Department also sanctioned Cuban Defense Minister Álvaro López Miera, and Interior Minister Lázaro Alberto Álvarez Casas. The sanctions mean the three, along with their immediate family members, will be prohibited from traveling to the United States. Their public designation was made using a section of the State Department's budget appropriations act for fiscal year 2025, which states that foreign government officials who have been involved in significant cases of corruption or a violation of human rights are not 'eligible' to enter the United States. 'The United States will never forget the tenacity of the Cuban people four years ago as they demanded freedom and a future free from tyranny,' a senior State Department official told the Miami Herald. 'The Trump Administration remains firm in its commitment to holding the Cuban regime accountable for its repressive actions and rampant acts of corruption.' In addition, the State Department is imposing visa restrictions on several unnamed 'Cuban judicial and prison officials responsible for, or complicit in, the unjust detention and torture of July 2021 protestors.' Because those sanctions are imposed under a different authority provided by immigration laws, which establish confidentiality on visa matters, the administration cannot publicly identify those targeted. The State Department is also adding 11 hotels to its Cuba restriction list and its Cuba Prohibited Accommodations List, which include companies and properties linked to the Cuban government and the military conglomerate GAESA. Among those newly banned are luxury hotels recently built in Havana, like 'Torre K.' In 2019, during the first Trump administration, the State Department invoked a similar authority under the budget act to impose visa sanctions on Raúl Castro, the island's ultimate ruler, and his sons and daughters. Still, Díaz-Canel is the sitting president, and the sanctions likely mean he won´t be attending the United Nations' General Assembly, which he has done on a couple of occasions, in 2018 and 2023, accompanied by his wife, Luis Cuesta. Díaz-Canel's term will end in 2028. General López Miera, the head of Cuba's Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, was already unable to travel to the United States because in 2021 President Joe Biden added him to a list of 'specially designated nationals' for his role in the 'mass detentions and sham trials' that followed the July 11 demonstrations, Biden said. Days before leaving office in January 2021, President Trump had also sanctioned Álvarez Casas under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act and added him to the designated nationals list. The July 11 anti-government demonstrations were met with a crackdown ordered by Díaz-Canel on state television that day. Justicia 11J, a group that has tracked political detentions in Cuba, has documented at least 1,586 arrests linked to the uprising. Many of those arrested were given decades-long sentences in summary trials. By December last year, 553 protesters were still in prison, according to Justicia 11J. Other organizations estimate a higher number. As part of a deal brokered by the Vatican and the Biden administration, Díaz-Canel committed to releasing 553 'prisoners,' the exact figure used by the Justicia 11J; however, Cuban authorities ultimately released only 212. Since then, Cuban authorities rounded up some of the same people released under the deal, including well-known dissidents like José Daniel Ferrer, Félix Navarro and Donaida Pérez Paseiro. On Friday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on X that 'the Cuban regime continues to torture pro-democracy activist José Daniel Ferrer. The United States demands immediate proof of life and the release of all political prisoners.' Still in prison are Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, a prominent dissident artist, and Maykel Castillo, a Grammy-award-winning rapper and activist. Several women remain behind bars for protesting against the government that day, including Lisandra Góngora, a mother of five, sentenced to 14 years in prison, and María Cristina Garrido, a poet, activist and mother of three, sentenced to seven years. Worsening prison conditions Conditions in Cuban prisons have grown worse in recent years. The Cuban Prison Documentation Center, an independent organization based in Mexico, said that at least 24 people died in the prison system in the first six months of this year. The group documented 45 complaints of beatings and physical torture and 104 cases of denial of medical care in 43 prisons in the country. Lack of food and medications and unsanitary living conditions are also common, the group said. Yan Carlos González, a man who staged a 40-day hunger strike in prison protesting charges of sabotage that carried a 20-year sentence, died earlier this week, according to activists and Cubalex, a group providing legal help to people in Cuba. The group said González had been accused of burning a sugarcane field with no evidence. He died in a local hospital in Santa Clara, in central Cuba. A Human Rights Watch report published Friday also documented the accounts of 17 people who were detained in connection with the July 11 protests, claiming abuses suffered in prison. The interviewees described physical abuse by prison guards and said they were subjected to stress positions such as 'the bicycle' or 'wheelbarrow', in which prisoners 'are forced to run, handcuffed, with their arms raised above their heads,' the report says. A former detainee held in the Boniato prison in Santiago de Cuba said he was beaten and put in solitary confinement several times for making requests to guards. During one incident in 2022, 'they brought me down in handcuffs using a hold they call 'the bicycle,' and they beat me with a hose all over my body,' the former prisoner recalled, according to the report. 'If your family isn't bringing you food, you die,' one of the interviewees told Human Rights Watch. 'The food they gave you was inedible. It had worms in it,' said another. They also reported outbreaks of scabies, tuberculosis, dengue fever and COVID-19, which they said were left untreated. They said prison officials regularly ignored medical concerns. In a virtual meeting with relatives of imprisoned protesters, human rights activists and independent journalists at the U.S. embassy in Havana on Tuesday, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau called for the release of all political prisoners. In a video message, Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised those invited for opposing 'a regime that does everything possible to punish you and your families.' Last month, a Cuban diplomat said at a United Nations meeting debating the 'Nelson Mandela Rules' — a set of minimum standards for the treatment of prisoners — that in Cuban prisons 'the rights of persons deprived of liberty are guaranteed,' and that 'there is no overcrowding, violence against women, unsanitary conditions or discrimination.'
Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Eufy's Thin 11S MAX Robot Vacuum Costs Less Than AirPods Pro, Last Chance for 50% Off This Prime Day
We're part-way through Amazon's huge summer savings event—Prime Day—and it's not too late to find some awesome deals across the whole website. Just about everything you can image has some level of discount happening right now. So why not grab yourself something that will make your life easier and put more time back in your day? Eufy's best-selling robot vacuum is on sale for a full 50% off. Save half your cash on the Eufy Robot Vacuum 11S Max, bringing the price down from $280 to just $140 from now until the end of the day, July 11, so long as you are an Amazon Prime member. This is robot vacuum from Eufy has a small form factor and operates barely making any noise. It's slim design has it measuring in at under three inches tall so it can maneuver itself all throughout your home and under your furniture without an issue, getting in every nook and cranny. It's about as quiet as a microwave so as not to disturb anyone while it's getting its job done. You cat or dog will appreciate that. Perhaps they won't event cower in fear while its cleaning. See at Amazon On the subject of pets, the Eufy Robot Vacuum 11S Max is an ideal solution for any cat or dog owner who deals with loose hair all over your carpet and floors. The 11S Max is can be set to run daily, picking up anything that fall off of your four-legged friends. It doesn't matter whether the Eufy Robot Vacuum 11S Max is running across hardwood floors or carpeted areas, all messy surfaces stand no chance. The vacuum has adaptive suction power for all the different surfaces it runs across. It can change it's level of suction as it transitions from hardwood to carpet in just 1.5 seconds. This robot vacuum is capable of running for 100 minutes at a time. You can set it to run daily, and it will return to its base to recharge and be ready to go again the next day. The built-in infrared sensors let's it navigate through your home on its own, dodging out of the way of furniture legs or stair ledges. This way you don't ever come home to the robot over-turned like a turtle on its back at the bottom of a staircase. Right now for Prime Day, you can scoop up the Eufy Robot Vacuum 11S Max for half price. It's normally $280 so Prime members can get it for just $140. See at Amazon
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Travel + Leisure
3 days ago
- Business
- Travel + Leisure
These 15 Amazon Prime Day Deals Beat Out What I've Seen All Week—Up to 71% Off
As someone who spends a good chunk of their workday flipping through Amazon discounts, I'll be the first to admit that not all deals are created equal, especially in regards to Prime Day. For example, some products regularly go on sale repeatedly throughout the year, meaning you'll have plenty of opportunities to save in the future. Some other discounts may seem impressive on the surface, but have consistently poor ratings or only a few sizes in stock. It's safe to say that after years of covering the sitewide event, I've gotten the hang of tracking down the Prime Day deals actually worth getting excited about—and some of my favorite finds are sitting in my own cart as I type this. Curious to see which discounts I've earmarked for myself on the final day of the sales event? Keep scrolling for a peek into what I'll be buying for myself, up to 71 percent off. You'll find a wide variety of deals to choose from, including state-of-the-art Samsonite luggage sets, noise-canceling Apple earbuds, stand-up paddle boards, portable Coleman camp grills, and more. But hurry—Amazon Prime Day officially ends tonight, July 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT. So if you see something you like, don't wait for it to go back up in price. T+L-tested: Samsonite Freeform Expandable 2-piece Luggage Set, $240 (originally $480) Samsonite Freeform Expandable 2-piece Luggage Set, $240 (originally $480) $169-off camp grill: Coleman RoadTrip 285 Portable Stand-up Propane Grill, $256 (originally $425) Coleman RoadTrip 285 Portable Stand-up Propane Grill, $256 (originally $425) Repurchasing these: Apple AirTag 4-pack, $65 (originally $99) Apple AirTag 4-pack, $65 (originally $99) For my next road trip: Shark Cyclone Handheld Vacuum, $50 (originally $80) Shark Cyclone Handheld Vacuum, $50 (originally $80) $100 off Coach: Coach Manhattan Tote, $150 (originally $25) Coach Manhattan Tote, $150 (originally $25) I take this everywhere: Charmast Portable Charger With Built-in Cables, $19 (originally $30) Charmast Portable Charger With Built-in Cables, $19 (originally $30) Beach trip must-have: Soundcore Boom 2 by Anker Waterproof Outdoor Speaker, $90 (originally $140) Soundcore Boom 2 by Anker Waterproof Outdoor Speaker, $90 (originally $140) Best Yeti deal: Yeti Hopper M20 Series Backpack, $211 (originally $325) Yeti Hopper M20 Series Backpack, $211 (originally $325) 71% off: Fabletics Men's The One Short, $19 (originally $65) Fabletics Men's The One Short, $19 (originally $65) Under-$200 paddle board: SereneLife Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board, $170 (originally $250) If I had to choose one of my 2024 purchases that has impacted my life the most, it would have to be this Apple AirTag bundle—and now that they're marked down to $65 for Prime Day, I'm considering buying another pack. I originally bought them to use as luggage trackers, but now, I use every single one of these four mini GPS trackers on a daily basis to keep tabs on my belongings. One lives in a thin credit card-like case in my wallet, one is attached to my keys, one stays in my gym bag, and the final one is tucked away inside my Jeep, allowing me to locate my car quickly in crowded parking lots via the Find My app on my iPhone. Tons of premier Samsonite suitcases and luggage sets are on sale for Prime Day this year, but this 50 percent-off Freeform carry-on and large checked suitcase set deserves a moment in the spotlight. The Freeform rolling carry-on was deemed the Best Overall Carry-on by Travel + Leisure after rounds of rigorous testing at our New York City lab. Equipped with interior dividers, a lightweight outer shell, and TSA-approved locks, this carry-on beat out the competition for its superior features, large capacity, and overall value. Considering this carry-on typically costs around $140 on its own, this two-piece set is a steal at $240. I bought this convenient Charmast Portable Charger in preparation for a solo trip to Puerto Rico earlier this year, and since then, I've been taking it everywhere. No, really—it comes with me everywhere . Whether I'm heading to work, walking to the gym, running errands, or hitting the town with friends, this slim backup charger comes with me, so I never have to worry about my phone or headphones dying while out and about. It's slim enough to fit inside my pocket or handbag and has built-in charging cables, plus an LED screen that shows you how much power it has left. It's one of my all-time favorite travel accessories, and I plan on scooping up a second one while it's $11 off. My boyfriend and I love to fire up our grills at home, but I've been hunting for something portable that we could take to the beach or out camping. So naturally, this 40 percent-off Coleman Stand-up Propane Grill caught my attention. It's way more substantial than the tabletop camping stove I usually pack for outdoor ventures, but it's still portable: Simply fold it down and wheel it to your campsite, no schlepping necessary. It comes with three adjustable burners, a built-in thermometer, and an automatic push-button ignition, and it even has two pop-up side tables to set aside food you've just cooked. At $169 off, this Prime Day deal is at the top of my wishlist. I'm one of those people who's always listening to music. I practically live with my headphones on 24/7, and if I'm not jamming out to tunes solo, I'm likely queuing up a playlist for my apartment speakers or my car. I've been meaning to replace a portable speaker I lost years ago at a music festival, and this $50-off Soundcore Boom 2 is currently in my Amazon cart. It's cordless with a bass-boosting subwoofer inside, and it's waterproof and floatable, making it perfect for hitting the beach or pool. It also has a fully customizable EQ that can be controlled via your smartphone, allowing you to tweak the sound to your liking. Over 3,500 buyers have given this now-under-$100 speaker a five-star rating, with one reviewer writing that it 'punches way above its weight class,' considering the reasonable price point. 'I find it hard to believe there's a better speaker in this price range,' they continue. 'The ability to fully customize the EQ pushes it over the top. If [you're] on the fence about this speaker, do yourself a favor and click buy, you will not regret it.' I get dehydrated easily when I travel, which usually leaves my lips feeling chapped. After reading hundreds of positive reviews about the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, I decided to buy it for my toiletry bag. Three years later, it's earned a permanent spot in my nighttime skincare routine. This mask, $7 off, feels unbelievable on the lips; it's buttery, but not sticky, and stays put for a long time, allowing your pout to really soak up the nourishing shea butter formula. One of these babies lasts me for months, so I rarely need to repurchase it—but I plan on restocking it early while it's on sale for Prime Day. I get really excited when I discover a brand I already know and love is on sale at Amazon, which is why I'm eyeing these on-sale Fabletics Men's shorts. Available in a wide variety of colors and two inseam lengths, these training shorts are the ultimate 'wear everywhere' summer short for men. Made with stretchy, sweat-wicking, odor-blocking, sun-shielding fabric, these athletic shorts were built for hiking, lounging, running, and even swimming. Certain size and color combinations are listed up to 71 percent off, marking the original $65 price tag down to under $20. My preferred music listening method is a pair of chunky over-ear headphones. While they're cute and do a great job at blocking out noise, they're a less-than-stellar choice for lounging around the house, so I've been keeping an eye out for Prime Day deals on quality earbuds. Lo and behold, these Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds have been marked down 40 percent for the event, bringing their price down to under $150. They're currently at the top of my list due to their noise cancellation capabilities, personalized spatial audio feature, and MagSafe charging case—and, of course, the 25,000+ five-star ratings. I was truly shocked to see so many Yeti coolers on sale for Prime Day; many of the brand's best-selling products—including the hefty Tundra 45 cooler and the soft Hopper Flip 12 cooler—have been marked down by hundreds of dollars. My favorite discount of the bunch, though, is this M20 cooler backpack. Listed at 35 percent off, this spacious backpack has cold-cell insulation throughout and a roll-top magnetized opening that prevents leaks while you're walking. It can keep up to 36 cans chilled and, unlike tote coolers or rolling coolers, this backpack frees up your hands so you can carry other items. Since first buying my Jeep back in 2015, I've taken it on countless long-haul road trips and weekend getaways. My least favorite part of these ventures is the clean-up process once I've returned home; my seats are a magnet for loose dirt, snack crumbs, and pet hair, which means I usually have to make a stop at the car wash to use the communal vacuums. But I think I've found a better solution: This ultra-powerful Shark Cyclone Handheld Vacuum, which is 38 percent off. It's built with the brand's HyperVelocity performance suction, and it's cordless, allowing you to hit every corner of your car (or sofa, or carpet). It comes with three different nozzle attachments and, according to five-star reviewers, it's a gem at picking up debris that's notoriously difficult to vacuum, like kitty litter. Love a great deal? 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UAE Moments
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
Your Love and Relationship Horoscope for July 11th, 2025
The stars are aligned in favour of these sun signs today. Find daily astrological predictions for all sun signs for July 11. We recommend reading the horoscopes for your rising sign. Aries Love Horoscope The stars allow you to be yourself, leave your comfort zone, and meet new people. Let your charm show through, and be willing to experience new meanings through unplanned meetings. A coffee date or a chance meeting on the spur of the moment could become the happiest thing ever happening to you. Keep your spirit adventurous, and take a chance on the road less travelled. Taurus Love Horoscope Today, don't be afraid to cherish your uniqueness and pamper yourself. Participate in the things that give you peace of mind and happiness. You might start a conversation with someone with similar interests and beliefs, resulting in a delightful connection. Remember that your happiness won't be independent from having a partner but from enjoying your journey. Gemini Love Horoscope It's a day to realign your thoughts about love. You might wake up to the fact that the imaginary picture you have had of your ideal partner might not be what you will find in real life. This can be a cleansing experience and might open you to a more realistic way of loving. Allow yourself to create new experiences because, in the process, you will discover the kind of partner you really like. Break down your old worldview and build a new one. Read More: The Best Careers for Each Zodiac Sign Click here to follow our WhatsApp channel for tarot readings, love, health, career, and Chinese horoscopes delivered to your phone daily! Cancer Love Horoscope Accept the unpredictable turns that life has to offer, realising that the strength of your bond is rooted in unpredictability. Take time to hear your partners wishes and let your intuition lead you in satiating their desires. You are in this together. With each other's support, you can overcome whatever difficulty that may come your way with grace and understanding. Celebrate the charisma of your affair and savour every second of it. Leo Love Horoscope Love is not just about romantic relationships; those who feel love for you can be satisfying, too. Keep a mindset of reaching out and cherishing your life's meaningful relationships. Rely on friends and family to be happy. The company of a good friend can be priceless as you share your feelings with them. A close friend or relative could be a source of support and inspiration for a tranquil and intimate evening. Virgo Love Horoscope Be yourself and demonstrate your susceptibility whenever your heart is involved. You don't have to be flawless or exhale confidence all the time. In reality, when you bare your emotions or show a little of your mask, you become more attractive. Self-disclosure, or allowing someone to see you for who you are, can be the key to building bonds and bringing you and the potential partner closer together. Libra Love Horoscope Today, make sure that you and your loved one devote yourselves to each other fulfilment and appreciate one another's needs. This partnership matures when both parties feel loved and respected. Keep in mind that your needs are every bit as important as theirs. Listen to open dialogue and share your desires with sincerity and kindness. Make sure to honour the significance of self-care within your relationship. Scorpio Love Horoscope It's a day to explore any lingering doubts. If you have noticed that you are distrusting your partner's devotion and faithfulness, it is time to face these doubts and fears. Rather than being trapped in paranoia, talk to your partner in a frank and open way. Pour out your fears and try to understand their point of view with care. Overcoming your insecurities as a team can make your relationship robust. Sagittarius Love Horoscope A flashback from the past can bring excitement to your life. Whether it's an unforeseen text from an old flame or a random encounter with someone you haven't seen for ages, welcome it with your open heart. This could be a real door to the past that may help you gain the closure you might have thought impossible or even reawaken the spark you had thought to be extinguished already. Be kind throughout the experience. Capricorn Love Horoscope Love is most potent when you cultivate it with tolerance and provide room for growth. Encourage yourself to engage in an intimate relationship with your partner, but also recognise their need for privacy. Through this balance, a deep connection is being carved. Use your senses to pick up the small signals around you. Keep the faith, take the flow of life in stride, and be open to the unexpected. Aquarius Love Horoscope If you are in a committed relationship, your partner can recognise the slightest changes in your behaviour today. Voice your worries and feelings freely. It could be that you are in the mood to have some time alone, or you may want to get some space to reflect on yourself. Remember to remind your partner of your love and commitment, though you might be far away for a while. Pisces Love Horoscope Today, your work and personal life will be hectic, which may hinder you from enjoying any romance. Amidst this chaos, keep your mind adaptable to new connections and not be constrained by preconceived notions. Although there are many things in life that you have to take care of, don't forget about your heart's needs. Remember to take a break to cater for your emotional health.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
PETA to sell 'kitten cakes' and 'fresh local Siamese' at seafood festival
PETA will be selling 'kitten cakes' at a seafood festival. The animal rights organisation is protesting against the Lymington Seafood Festival on Friday, July 11, by selling "locally caught tabbies," "fresh local Siamese" and "kitten cakes" at the event. The "provocative" display aims to "challenge people's speciesism" and "highlight that cats and crabs are the same in all the ways that matter." PETA senior campaigns manager, Kate Werner, said: "Crabs and other marine animals feel pain and terror just as cats and dogs do. "PETA urges anyone horrified by the thought of tucking into a tabby to extend that compassion to all animals and please, go vegan." A "kittenmonger" will be attending the event at Bath Road Park in Lymington to sell the "kitten cakes" at the entrance from 12.45pm. PETA is hoping to make people aware of the industry behind the meals, claiming that "live lobsters and crabs were impaled, torn apart and decapitated" at a crustacean abattoir. The charity also states that "chefs typically place live lobsters in pots of boiling water while they're still conscious" and that "every person who goes vegan saves the lives of nearly 200 animals each year."
