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Fidel Castro: His life and legacy

Fidel Castro: His life and legacy

Cuba’s former communist leader Fidel Castro has died, aged 90.In 1959 Castro led revolutionary forces to successfully overthrow dictator Fulgencio Batista.He became Cuba’s prime minister from 1959 to 1976 and its president from 1976 to 2008.He will be cremated on Saturday, according to his brother and successor Raul Castro. Nov 26, 2016
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Cuba at a glance [PHOTOS]

Cuba is a hotspot for foreign tourists, especially Americans. Here are some insights into the Cuban economy. Nov 26, 2016
Jo Coxs husband says Britain should be ashamed of Thomas Mair

Jo Coxs husband says Britain should be ashamed of Thomas Mair

Brendan Cox, the husband of murdered MP Jo Cox, has said he feels pity for her killer Thomas Mair. The Labour MP was stabbed and shot in her Batley and Spen constituency on 16 June, one week ahead of the EU referendum. Far-right extremist Mair has been jailed for life after being found guilty of her murder at the Old Bailey on 23 November. Nov 24, 2016
Barack Obamas touching tribute to Ellen DeGeneres at Medal of Freedom ceremony

Barack Obamas touching tribute to Ellen DeGeneres at Medal of Freedom ceremony

The President of the United States, Barack Obama, gave immense praise to TV host Ellen DeGeneres at the Presidential Medal of Freedom Ceremony on 22 November. The current president in his last medal ceremony praised DeGeneres for her courage and strength when coming out 20 years ago, as well as her ability to unite the nation. DeGeneres and others received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nations highest civilian honour. Nov 23, 2016
Ellen DeGeneres pulls off mannequin challenge at the White House

Ellen DeGeneres pulls off mannequin challenge at the White House

Chat show host Ellen DeGeneres got the stars to join her in a mannequin challenge as she was among 21 people being awarded the 2016 Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honour in the United States. Others taking part in the ceremony at the East Room of the White House were rocker Bruce Springsteen, Motown soul singer Diana Ross, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, former basketball champions Michael Jordan and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and actors Tom Hanks, Robert De Niro and Robert Redford. The medal is given annually to people who have made outstanding contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavours. DeGeneres memorable Oscar selfie with the stars was the most retweeted entertainment tweet of 2014. Nov 23, 2016
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