Rare Cuba Photos; Kevin Costner Plays Arsht; Weekend Guide

Friday, April 27, 2012 PHOTOS: Cuba In The Raw Fidel Castro, embargos, poverty, and zombies. Cuba has been mired in such political and economic turmoil since Castro took power in 1959 that it's difficult to see past such issues. But Cuba is and always has been an island country filled with awe-inspiring natural splendor. And a current exhibit by Florida's own Ansel Adams, photographer Clyde Butcher, brings Cuba's raw essence to the foreground again. WATCH: Man Gets A Little Too Close To Gator Will Zimmerman's Raised $200K Affect His Bond? Concerns About Concealed Weapons At Primary Conventions GUIDE: Get Your Weekend Crescendo Kevin Costner On Miami, Whitney, And Rocking The Arsht BLOG POSTS Anna V. Eskamani: Tales of a UCF Grad: The Commencement Speech You Won't Want to Hear Does it make sense to build a new state university when so many are already experiencing short falls? The actions of both our state legislature and Governor have left the class of 2012 scarred. Sec. Arne Duncan: Lower Student Loan Interest Rates As we work to get the economy back on track, no one is suggesting it would be a good idea to double interest rates on credit cards or home mortgages. Why then do some believe it's a good idea to double interest rates for students? Soraya Chemaly: March Because "Equal Enough" for Women Is Unacceptable Tomorrow, thousands of women and men will participate in marches and rallies for women's rights in 45 states and the District of Columbia. American women need to be recognized as full citizens. Yes, women in this country. Seth Shostak: The UFO Bestiary This is a phenomenon worthy of attention. If aliens are really hanging out in our 'hood, it's hard to imagine any other fact more worthy of study. If not, then why does such a large fraction of the populace insist on believing they're here? Mariska Hargitay: Violence Against Women Act Helps Restore Lives VAWA has protected, improved and restored lives. Reauthorization sends the message that our communities, our families -- and all people -- must be safe; that survivors must have the tools to heal and reclaim their lives; and that breaking the cycle of violence is an unassailable national priority.

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