Exiled Cuban Exodus Forecast Ties to Castro Policy Shifts
A CIA analyst warns that Cuba faces major economic strain and waning revolutionary fervor which could prompt Fidel Castro to promote a new large-scale exodus of refugees. The report, part of a Joint Economic Committee briefing, notes deteriorating shortages and rising discontent as potential triggers.
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Pope John Paul II returns to St. Peter's Square amid unprecedented Vatican security
In a tightly policed return to St. Peter's Square John Paul II officiates outdoor beatification ceremonies. Security features include body searches metal detectors color coded tickets barricades and sewer entrances with vows of total organization by Vatican officials. The event marks the first appearance since the assassination attempt five months earlier.
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European currency realignment tightens parities in EMS
West Germany and the Netherlands saw the mark and guilder raised by 5.5 percent while the franc and lira were cut by 3 percent within the European Monetary System after eight hours of talks in Brussels. The move, the largest since 1979, reflects shifts from dollar flows to the mark and Bonn’s improved balance of payments drawing U.S. import costs higher but boosting exports. Hans Matthöfer said the changes strengthen the mark and US expectations point to a firmer future dollar.
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Miami doctors train for war medicine amid anti communism drive
More than 240 Cuban doctors in Miami began a six week war medicine course as GAO warns of shortages for battlefield care. They say war may come to stop communism, urging readiness and sacrifice. Concurrently in Washington and Albany lawmakers discuss defense cuts and ROTC scholarship expansion to bolster military readiness.
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Ida Rodreguiz
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Douglas Haywood
Governor Ray Opposed Immediate Tuition Hikes
Ten years ago Governor Ray stated opposition to immediate tuition increases at Iowa State University University of Iowa and University of Northern Iowa, signaling a cautious stance on higher education funding.
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Karpov Extends Lead With Victory Over Korchnoi
World chess champion Anatoly Karpov defeated Victor Korchnoi for the second straight time in Merano Italy to seize a 2 0 lead in the title match. The winner gains six wins for the championship and a 260000 prize. the loser 160000. The third game was set for 5 p.m. local time.
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Sadat accuses Khadafy of plotting invasion and Soviet backing
Egyptian President Anwar Sadat warned Libyan leader Muammar Khadafy is plotting to invade Sudan and vowed Egypt would defend its southern neighbor. He cited Soviet support and warned of a broader regional threat as Gen. Halim Abu Ghazala said 36,500 Communist troops in Libya and Ethiopia form a rapid deployment force. Mubarak sought U.S. aid for Sudan while joint U.S.–Egypt exercises were planned near Cairo in mid November.
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