World Cup offers brief respite for crisis-hit Cuba as delayed broadcasts begin
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14.jun.2026 às 18h49
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Summary
In Cuba, a country hit by economic crisis, the World Cup offers a brief escape for citizens. State television broadcast of the tournament started two days late due to payment issues for broadcasting rights. Despite the hardships, Cubans in Havana gathered to watch matches, finding temporary relief from their daily struggles. A graffiti in Havana reading "You need to be happy" captures the spirit of seeking joy amid adversity.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledVocê precisa ser feliz
a transmissão do Mundial pela televisão estatal cubana começou com dois dias de atraso na ilha caribenha de 9,6 milhões de habitantes devido a um problema no pagamento dos direitos de transmissão
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