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The article provides information about the congressional response to the death of sitting Senators. It discusses the historical practices, such as observing mourning periods and paying funeral expenses, as well as contemporary practices influenced by various factors. The congressional response typically includes floor acknowledgments, resolutions of condolence, funerals, addressing survivor benefits, and publishing memorials. It also mentions the death of Senator John Sidney McCain III.

The article offers several university news briefs including reports that Morris Viljoen passes in August, and would like to extend condolences; and examines that Robert Bolhar has been promoted to be the full professor.

The article discusses the demise of a former President of Cuba Fidel Castro and presents condolence from several leaders across the globe including Pope Francis, U.S. President Barack Obama, and foreign affairs chief of European Union Federica Mogherini. The article also focuses on the successor of Cuba's leader Raul Castro, who is the brother of Fidel Castro. An overview of the political influence of Fidel's power across the globe is also discussed.