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Fidel Castro resigns as Cuba's president

HAVANA - An ailing, 81-year-old Fidel Castro resigned as Cuba's president Tuesday after nearly a half-century in power, saying he will not accept a new term when parliament meets Sunday. More »

A farewell to arms: Fidel Castro's resignation letter

Dear compatriots: Last Friday, Feb. 15, I promised you that in my next reflection I would deal with an issue of interest to many compatriots. So this reflection comes in the form of a message. More »