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Nov 4, 2024 | 
therealnews.com | Liz Fernandez
Since 1962, the US has maintained a crushing blockade of Cuba that has severely impacted the lives of its people. For the past 32 years, the UN General Assembly has passed annual resolutions calling for an end to the embargo. In collaboration with Belly of the Beast, The Real News reports from the UN, where a recent 187-2 vote to lift the blockade passed once again—only opposed by the US and Israel.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
therealnews.com | Liz Fernandez
In recent weeks, Cuba has grappled with a dual crisis of blackouts and the aftermath of Hurricane Oscar, which killed at least six people on the island. Though the blackouts have become the target of another round of media demonization of Cuba, the current crisis is really the result of the US blockade, which has starved the Cuban people of fuel and other basic necessities for decades.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
therealnews.com | Liz Fernandez |Maximillian Alvarez
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May 30, 2024 | 
jacobin.com | Liz Fernandez
Interview by Kian Seara Rey Over the past seven years, the US government has hammered Cuba with sanctions, devastating the island’s economy and fueling a massive uptick in migration to the United States. But there has been little in-depth reporting on this intensification of the six-decade-old embargo on Cuba. Belly of the Beast, an independent media organization composed of US and Cuban reporters and filmmakers, is a prominent exception.
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Apr 9, 2024 | 
wruf.com | Jauntre’ Gray |Liz Fernandez |Jauntre' Gray
By Jauntre’ Gray and Liz FernandezWith an electrifying start, the Buchholz Bobcats and the visiting Bradford Tornadoes began the high school softball game in a thrilling battle Monday. And it stayed that way until the Tornadoes pulled out a 16-12 win. In tight competition, the first inning ended in a 4-4 tie as both teams loaded the bases multiple times.
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Apr 5, 2024 | 
wruf.com | Jauntre’ Gray |Liz Fernandez |Rhiannon Thomas |Savannah Milner ALACHUA
By Jauntre’ Gray and Liz FernandezBuchholz Bobcats High School boys lacrosse team lost to visiting Ocala Trinity Catholic, 9-5, on Wednesday night. Electrifying StartThe Bobcats (6-9) and Celtics (10-4) started with an intense first quarter. There were extreme face-offs and scores from both teams. Bobcats lead scorer Jace Howard refused the immediate defeat from the Celtics. This raised tension among the teams, resulting in high strife.
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Feb 6, 2024 | 
wruf.com | Jauntre’ Gray |Liz Fernandez |Jauntre' Gray
By Jauntre’ Gray and Liz Fernandez The Buchholz High School boys basketball team lost against Fleming Island, 46-43, on Friday. Graduating BobcatsBuchholz began the game by honoring six seniors for their contributions to the team: Dylan Lloyd, Blake McClain, Nate Muchnick, Will Stanaland, Gabe Thompson and Palmer Walton. Tonight Buchholz is celebrating 6 seniors in the Class of 2024.
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Feb 5, 2024 | 
wruf.com | Jauntre’ Gray |Liz Fernandez |Jauntre' Gray
By Jauntre’ Gray and Liz Fernandez The Buchholz High School boys basketball team lost against Fleming Island, 46-43, on Friday. Graduating BobcatsBuchholz began the game by honoring six seniors for their contributions to the team: Dylan Lloyd, Blake McClain, Nate Muchnick, Will Stanaland, Gabe Thompson and Palmer Walton. Tonight Buchholz is celebrating 6 seniors in the Class of 2024.
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Jan 29, 2024 | 
wruf.com | Liz Fernandez |Jauntre’ Gray
By Liz Fernandez and Jauntre’ GrayThe Buchholz Bobcats defeated the Eastside Rams, 41-35, in a high school girls basketball game Wednesday. Honoring Senior ‘CatsBuchholz (10-7) started the evening by honoring its two seniors, Kaylynn Perry and Kamryn Harper, at the Bobcats gym. The team and families celebrated the players’ contributions to the program. Tonight we’re honoring Lady Bobcats Seniors— # 2 Kaylynn Perry and # 11 Kamryn Harper.
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Jan 25, 2024 | 
insightnews.com | Liz Fernandez
In the realm of journalism and storytelling, there are individuals whose narratives transcend borders, offering a unique perspective that challenges preconceived notions. Liz Olivia Fernandez, a Cuban journalist and anchor for the US-based Belly of the Beast Film Production Company, is one such storyteller. In an insightful conversation with Al McFarlane, she shares her journey, sheds light on the complexities of Cuba's story, and advocates for global solidarity.
