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With modesty and a touch of humor, President Barack Obama extended a hand to America's hemispheric neighbors and offered a Cold War foe the hope of a "new beginning."

Obama heads to Western Hemisphere summit as Castro says Cuba is open to talks with the U.S. about 'everything'.

Add this tough chore to Barack Obama's journey to Latin America: convincing leaders from half the globe that the behemoth power to the north is a humble, eager partner.

A push in Congress to do away with U.S. travel bans on Cuba could set off a flood of American visitors to the long-forbidden island. But many wonder if a country where foreigners have long complained about lousy food, sluggish service and iffy infrastructure is ready for an onslaught of Americans unseen since the days of Meyer Lansky and Al Capone.

Aiming secure his rule, Chavez asks voters to pass measure making him eligible to run in 2012.

My eyes widened at the pillars, archways, tiled floors and tall wooden doors as my guide told me I could stay at the Hotel Castelmar for $72 a night.