Cuba

May 20, 2007 -- "I send greetings to all those celebrating the 105th anniversary of Cuba's Independence.

The longing for justice, freedom, and human rights is a desire that can be delayed but never denied. The United States remains committed to extending the full blessings of liberty around the world, and on this important milestone, we stand united with freedom-loving people of all nations in the conviction that Cuba's future must be one of dignity, liberty, and opportunity.    » read more »

08 May 2007 -- Cuban President Fidel Castro has accused the United States of inspiring two soldiers who killed an officer during a failed attempt to hijack an airplane to the United States.

In a written statement Monday, Mr. Castro said the soldiers were encouraged by the prospect of impunity in the U.S.

Last week, two Cuban soldiers hijacked a bus with hostages and then forced the driver to take them to Havana's international airport, where they tried to take over an empty plane. The soldiers killed a lieutenant colonel who tried to prevent the plane's hijacking.    » read more »

Attorney General praises Legislature for commitment to public safety

May 4, 2007 -- TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum today extended his thanks to state lawmakers for passing a wide range of bills that greatly enhance public safety for Floridians throughout the state.

"I am appreciative of the great efforts made by our House and Senate members to improve the quality of living here in Florida," Attorney General McCollum said. "They have clearly demonstrated that the safety and security of Floridians is a top priority.”    » read more »

Ethiopia, Cuba, Gambia, Morocco, Russia, Thailand, Egypt among nations criticized in report

02 May 2007 -- New York -- To mark World Press Freedom Day 2007, the New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) cites 10 nations where conditions for journalists have deteriorated significantly over the past five years.

World Press Freedom Day, which is observed on May 3 each year, serves as an occasion to inform the public of violations of the right to freedom of expression and as a reminder that many journalists brave death or prison to report the news accurately.    » read more »

Mountaire Farms signs trade deal with Cuba

April 24, 2007 -- Dover – Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner and John Wise, president of Mountaire Farms, announced that Mountaire Farms of Delaware has signed a trade agreement with Cuba. According to the contract with Alimport, Cuba’s purchasing agency for farm and food products, Mountaire will begin shipping container loads of chicken to Cuba in May.    » read more »