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Worriers think constant use of electronic gadgets is making our thinking shallower

Fidel's brother prepares to step out of the shadows to lead Cuba

Bourgeoisie or proletariat? Britons confused about their class status

In the darkened bar of the Queen's Hotel, Blackpool, England, men dressed like Elvis in tight white, rhinestone-studded jumpsuits. They sit or stand in huddled groups, drinking Boddington's and smoking Embassy No 1.