Cuba blackouts: Protesters bang pots as nation slowly restores power

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Cuba blackouts: Protesters bang pots as nation slowly restores power
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Cubans protested across the country on Monday, as the island nation marked the fourth night of blackouts while energy officials worked to resolve power grid issues. Protesters in the capital used rocks and a dumpster to block a street, hindering traffic as they banged pots to demand swift action to restore the power on the island.

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disband the protest and clear the road. Kyle Benning has the latest. Police later arrived to disband the protest and clear the road. Kyle Benning has the latest.12 hours ago3 days ago4 hours ago26 months ago

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