Cuba's top leadership is meeting in a closed conclave that may generate major changes for the communist island's political and economic future.
The National Congress of the Cuban Communist Party takes place less than one month after President Obama made a historic visit, and is expected to deal with the influx of American tourists and investment headed their way.
My wife was born in Shanghai and has taken me to some of the best restaurants in that region of China. Her best friend is from Xian, so naturally these two gorgeous ladies took me to taste the best Chinese food in NY, according to them and many others.
I can honestly say the food from Xian food is extremely tasty and not oily, or greasy. It was not only delightfully delicious, but the prices were less than what I was expecting.
On April 15, 1959, Fidel Castro arrived in New York to begin an 11-day visit.
He had just triumphed in the revolution he led that overthrew the Cuban government. He was in New York to speak at the United Nations. But that was only the official purpose.
Actually, as I remember it, Castro was like a schoolboy, delighted to see the big city and all its wonders, including the Bronx Zoo and to sample the cuisine — notably, hot dogs.
The State of Arizona's elections practices are the target of a lawsuit that the Democratic National Committee and Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee are going to be fighting in federal court.
Basketball has been very good to Kobe. The following is a tribute to one of the greatest basketball players to ever step on the hardwood, Kobe Bryant. Thank you for the rings, the game winners, & the marvelous memories.
Kobe Bryant had by far the best final game in NBA history http://www.sbnation.com/2016/4/14/11432838/kobe-bryant-60-point-final-g…?
Kobe Bryant beat the Warriors — on Twitter, at least http://lat.ms/1VofOed
A powerful earthquake has rocked Southern Japan with at least two people reported dead and multiple injuries after toppling buildings and disrupting power supplies. Officials fear more people could be trapped under collapsed buildings. About 16,000 homes were left without electricity and 38,000 without natural gas service.
Strong quake kills 2 injures 45 in Japan http://hosted2.ap.org/APDEFAULT/3d281c11a96b4ad082fe88aa0db04305/Articl…
The Russians came and went, but way too close for comfort.
If US pulled that s--t, the Russians would try to shoot our planes down... WTF?
Russia jets make 'simulated attack' passes near US destroyer: U.S. http://reut.rs/2606Uas via @Reuters
BBC News - Russian warplanes 'aggressively' pass US missile destroyer http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-36039703
Russian Warplanes Buzz U.S. Navy Destroyer, Polish Helicopter http://on.wsj.com/1qHHDlb via @WSJ
Some say "Stairway" sounds a lot like "Taurus" a song by Spirit, which claims performing on 1960's tour with Zeppelin.
Read, listen and decide. You be the judge.
ZEP
The Kennedy Center Honors Led Zeppelin 2012 https://youtu.be/ra-itTKnFaw
Jimmy Page: How Stairway to Heaven was written - BBC News https://youtu.be/DDo4CA13LbY
Spirit and Stairway To Heaven https://youtu.be/o2PgBak2Ed4
Led Zeppelin to face trial over 'Stairway to Heaven' http://fw.to/WJBRSiL
The Red Fox will be hosting the grey fox today at a campaign rally. The US Senator from Vermont continues to woo the young vote.
Presidential wannabe Bernie Sanders will be at Marist College this evening to speak with students and faculty members. http://www.marist.edu/
The college is the home of The Marist Poll. http://maristpoll.marist.edu/politics-section/
We wonder if students are interested in Digital Democracy, which could allow voters to harness the power of technology. A platform to discuss ideas for the people and by the people.
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts continues its spectacular 36th Anniversary Season with an exclusive concert of Venezuela-born Salsa Superstar OSCAR D’LEÓN, who returns to Lehman Center with his orchestra to perform such smash hits as “Llorarás,” “Detalles,” “Mi Bajo y Yo” and “Yo Quisiera” for one electrifying night on Saturday, May 7th, 2016 at 8pm. One of the world’s most popular salsa vocalists, Oscar D’León is known for being a highly skilled improviser with a dynamic and textured vocal tone. Produced by Lehman Center and José Raposo.