Hasta la victoria, hambre: rare protests rock Cuba
Jul 12, 2021
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Joining the conversation are Roseanne Lake, a Cuba correspondent for the Economist, and Oliver Morton, the Briefings and Essays editor with a passion for space. They delve into the unprecedented protests in Cuba as citizens voice their demands amidst dire food shortages and government inaction. The duo also explores the implications of Richard Branson's recent space flight on the budding space tourism industry, discussing its potential and challenges. They wrap up with a look at the resilience of England's football team following a narrow championship defeat.
Food shortages are nothing new. But it has been decades since shelves have been so empty—and since Cubans took to the streets in such numbers. Richard Branson’s space jaunt was intended to mark the start of a space-tourism industry; we examine its prospects. And why, despite last night’s disappointment, England’s football fans should be hopeful about their national side.