Brazil's president clings to power amid warnings of troubles ahead

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The government of Brazilian President Fernando Henrique Cardoso is facing considerable economic challenges. The most significant problem is that the country's social security system permits large numbers of government employees at all levels to retire after 25 years' service on 100% pensions. The country's latest financial crisis has made Brazilians aware that the economic situation is not as favourable as Cardoso claims, but his popularity remains high compared with that of his main rival, left-wing leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Economic aspects, Brazil, Public opinion, Cardoso, Fernando Henrique

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Che's daughter dies, true to 'Uncle' till the end

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Hilda Guevara, the daughter of revolutionary hero Ernesto 'Che' Guevara, died recently from cancer at the age of 39. She remained loyal to Fidel Castro, her father's close ally, and always believed that the Cuban revolution could be saved. Her views are not shared by her son, Canek, who has stated firmly that the revolution is dead.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Family, Guevara, Hilda, Guevara, Ernesto

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