Cuban officials report an island-wide blackout

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View in Browser Cuban officials report an island-wide blackout March 16, 2026 Officials in Cuba report an island-wide blackout in the country of some 11 million people as its energy and economic crises deepen. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.