Proof of Life

Fidel Castro has been sick and out of sight… until today. The Communist Youth Newspaper in Cuba ran a picture of Castro holding Saturday's newspaper. The only question is… is it a fake?


Normally, I'd accept this as proof that Castro is alive; but can you believe a communist newspaper?

The problem is that it is so unlikely that Castro would have willingly handed over power - even temporarily - that it's almost unbelievable. So is Castro getting soft? Did he really let his brother take the wheel for a few weeks while he was ill? Or is Castro actually dead and this photo a fake? When will he make a public appearance? And why is Castro dressed like a member of the American Olympic team?

I assume that Castro is probably alive but it's just bizarre to watch.