USA and Cuba

Alan Johnston introduces insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world. In this edition, Laura Trevelyan reflects on how the phone-hacking scandal has been seen in the US, while Fahima Khail takes a trip around Old Havana - and sees some new sights.

Ripples of disquiet cross the Atlantic

At first glance, the phone-hacking scandal affecting News International might look like a deeply British affair. At its core there's been outrageous behaviour by a London-based newspaper - and allegations of corruption levelled at the city's police.

But Mr Murdoch's empire has business and media interests all around the world, with a major presence in the United States. Laura Trevelyan says there's been intense interest there in the events unfolding in London.

A mystery cab ride in Old Havana

There have recently been some small signs of change in Cuba. Proposed new laws would allow people to buy and sell their cars, and their homes. It seems the authorities are looking for ways to shake-up the island's very weary economy. But how much and how little is really changing?

On a visit to Havana, Fahima Khail saw plenty of business being done on the city's streets.