Cubans who have retired can be hired again, even in the same job they held at the time of retirement, as long as it is in the employer's interest.

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The United States on Thursday announced some visa restrictions for eight Cuban officials as part of its policy of sanctions against Cuba, as well as the tightening of its economic, commercial and financial blockade.

Read more US takes new measures on Cuban officials

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez on Thursday called on any entity to present evidence on missing people and assured there are no children arrested.

Read more Cuba calls for evidence on alleged disappeared or arrested minors

The first Habanos World Days, the largest virtual event dedicated to the world's best tobacco, the Cuban cigar, is being held in Havana from Tuesday through Thursday.

Read more Cuba consolidates its world leadership in Premium cigars

Cuba is currently organizing a National Fertility Survey, slated from April 1-30, so some 15,000 households will be visited across the country.

Read more Cuba organizes National Fertility Survey