Same data, opposing narratives
Balanced coverage
3 verified sources
An earthquake of considerable magnitude was felt in Pinar del Río and La Habana. The event caused panic among the population due to the intensity of the movement.
Context: Cuba is historically an aseismic zone, so an event of this magnitude generates a great social impact.
Coverage by leaning
Left 20%
Center 30%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: All media spectrums reported the event, although the right emphasized the panic and fear.
Balanced coverage
3 verified sources
A new bill proposes a restructuring of the State to reduce the number of ministries. The measure seeks to optimize public administration.
Context: The reform occurs at a time of economic crisis and seeks a supposed administrative efficiency.
Coverage by leaning
Left 40%
Center 30%
Right 30%
🔎 Why it matters: The left presents it as an administrative improvement, while the right criticizes it as a measure without real structural changes.
Balanced coverage
2 verified sources
The new housing bill establishes new rules for ownership and usufruct. Critics point out that it reinforces State control over real estate.
Context: Home ownership is a sensitive issue due to the housing crisis and the management of abandoned properties.
Coverage by leaning
Left 40%
Center 30%
Right 30%
🔎 Why it matters: While the left presents it as necessary regulation, the right focuses on it as an increase in state control.
Balanced coverage
2 verified sources
The lack of power generation has caused prolonged outages in several provinces. Periods of up to 85 hours without electricity are reported in Matanzas.
Context: The fuel crisis and the lack of maintenance of thermal plants are critical.
Coverage by leaning
Left 30%
Center 30%
Right 40%
🔎 Why it matters: Both sides report on the blackouts, but the right uses testimonies of longer duration and greater desperation.
Balanced coverage
2 verified sources
New cases of violence against women have been reported in La Habana. Organizations denounce an increase in gender-based violence.
Context: Violence against women is a growing social problem that is driving social mobilization.
Coverage by leaning
Left 20%
Center 30%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: The right reports cumulative figures and victim complaints, while the left tends to focus on legality.
Left blindspots
Blind spot of the right
2 verified sources
The UN High Commissioner noted that US measures affect the health and lives of Cubans. The report highlights the increase in infant mortality.
Context: The debate over the blockade and sanctions is a pillar of the Cuban political narrative.
🔎 Why it matters: Right-wing media tend to ignore or minimize statements from international organizations that blame the sanctions.
Absence of the left
2 verified sources
Customs authorities detected and confiscated satellite internet devices at the airport. The use of this technology is restricted on the island.
Context: Access to free internet is a point of technological and political conflict in Cuba.
🔎 Why it matters: State media does not report on technology seizures that challenge state control of communications.
Absence of the left
2 verified sources
The black market exchange rate continues its upward trend. Analysts warn that the depreciation of the Cuban peso is accelerating.
Context: The gap between the official and informal exchange rates is a key indicator of inflation.
🔎 Why it matters: State-run press avoids providing informal market figures to avoid highlighting the monetary crisis.
Right blindspots
Blind spot of the left
2 verified sources
Three women in state custody have begun a hunger and thirst strike. Their families denounce the lack of medical attention and the gravity of their condition.
Context: Protests by political prisoners are a high-tension issue between the government and the dissidents.
🔎 Why it matters: State-run press completely omits news regarding hunger strikes and the detention of activists.
Absence of the right wing
2 verified sources
In Sancti Spíritus, authorities seized a septic tank cleaning truck transporting stolen fuel. The operation was part of the fight against the illegal market.
Context: Fuel theft is a serious problem affecting the state distribution network.
🔎 Why it matters: The right wing tends to ignore news of successful police operations against the black market, focusing instead on the structural crisis.