Main content

The USA and Cuba

Wit and analysis from 成人快手 correspondents worldwide, presented by Pascale Harter. Paul Adams asks what Mormons in Utah make of Mitt Romney; Sarah Rainsford investigates unusual Cuban names in Havana.

Wit and analysis from 成人快手 correspondents worldwide, presented by Pascale Harter. In this edition:

A heavy load on Romney's square shoulders

Mormonism was founded in America 1830s and is now followed by 14 million people around the world. Paul Adams has been to Salt Lake City, the state capital of Utah established by Mormons and still the church's headquarters today. How do its Mormon resindents feel now about one of their own running for president of the United States - and the public scrutiny that will put their faith under?

What's in a name? Anything you like, if you're Cuban

Adjusting to a new posting can be a trial for any correspondent - particularly if your efforts to meet and charm new acquaintances are ruined by not being able to understand, let alone spell, their names. Sarah Rainsford in Havana has been delving into the real reasons why Cuban first names are so inventive - and finding out where Cuban parents find their inspiration. From Dayesi to Yaraleidis, there's an infinite array of possibilities.

(Image: US Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney addressing supporters during a campaign rally in Las Vegas. Credit: Reuters)

Available now

10 minutes

Last on

Fri 1 Jun 2012 03:50GMT

Broadcasts

  • Thu 31 May 2012 07:50GMT
  • Thu 31 May 2012 10:50GMT
  • Thu 31 May 2012 14:50GMT
  • Thu 31 May 2012 18:50GMT
  • Fri 1 Jun 2012 00:50GMT
  • Fri 1 Jun 2012 03:50GMT