Ed Augustin

Ed Augustin, an independent Havana-based reporter covering Cuban politics and society. He describes Cuba’s deepening oil and blackout crisis. He explains how losing Venezuelan fuel worsened daily life. He walks through U.S. pressure, Mexico’s oil deliveries, and the role of Cuban-American politics. He discusses why the Cuban government may resist outside attempts to force change.

Ed Augustin, a British journalist based in Havana, reports from the front lines of Cuba’s crisis. He discusses Cuba’s military preparations and historical lessons from past US attempts to overthrow the government. He covers nationwide blackouts, humanitarian convoys delivering solar panels and medicine, and political moves to court Cuban Americans and outside investment.

Jane Magnusson, daughter of Margareta Magnusson who popularized “death cleaning,” shares memories of her mother’s tidy living approach. Ilna Schütz, Johannesburg reporter, covers subsidized housing handovers and informal-shack life. Ed Augustin, Havana-based journalist, reports on Cuba’s deepening blackouts and risks to hospitals. Ilhan Muhammad Abdi, chef and author, talks Ramadan meals and traditions. Jeremy Siegel, transportation correspondent, explains how the Iran war is disrupting global travel.