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Briefing: Eight arrested for ‘brutal’ attack on capybara in Brazil

Strategic angle: Police in Rio de Janeiro apprehend eight individuals involved in a violent assault on the world's largest rodent.

Editorial Staff Mar 24

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Briefing: Markwayne Mullin confirmed as the next secretary of Homeland Security

Strategic angle: The Oklahoma Republican comes to the helm in the midst of a shutdown that has left some 100,000 of the department's more than a quarter-million employees working without pay.

Editorial Staff Mar 24

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EU speeds up free trade with Mercosur treaty and new Australia agreement

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlights a 'trade trilogy' to enhance EU's global exchanges.

Editorial Staff Mar 24

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Briefing: Ending Iran war now would cede Hormuz to the enemy, Trump’s former Defense secretary says

Strategic angle: Concerns raised about the implications of withdrawing from the Iran conflict.

Editorial Staff Mar 24

Politics

Briefing: Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola

Strategic angle: A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.

Editorial Staff Mar 24

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Trump officials announce 10-gigawatt data center, gas plants for former Ohio uranium site

Major infrastructure project aims to revitalize former uranium site in Ohio.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Mette Frederiksen heads into Danish elections as a global figure, but a divisive one domestically

Strategic angle: The leader of the Social Democrats seeks reelection amid mixed domestic support and international recognition.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Plane and ground vehicle collide at New York's LaGuardia Airport halting flights

An Air Canada Express plane suffered significant damage after the collision, leading to flight disruptions.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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Briefing: Argentina's 'Dirty War' still on trial 50 years later

Strategic angle: Victims are still fighting for justice as the legacy of the brutal military dictatorship continues to unfold.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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Briefing: Birthright citizenship: reading the text and sidestepping the parent trap

Strategic angle: Exploring the implications of birthright citizenship and legal interpretations.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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EU restricts Hungary's access to classified intelligence over alleged leaks to Russia

The European Union has limited Hungary's access to sensitive information amid concerns of intelligence leaks to Russia.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: ICE agents deploy to major US airports as security queues stretch for hours

Strategic angle: Hundreds of ICE agents have been deployed to 14 airports, in cities including New York, Atlanta and Houston.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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Briefing: Ukraine nationals detained in India: Is Russia involved?

Strategic angle: Indian authorities accuse six Ukrainians and an American of supporting insurgent groups along the India-Myanmar border, raising questions about potential political motivations.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Court appears ready to overturn state law allowing for late-arriving mail-in ballots

Strategic angle: The Supreme Court is poised to make a significant ruling on Mississippi's mail-in ballot law.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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Briefing: Heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep across parts of the Gulf States

Strategic angle: UAE authorities remain on high alert as heavy rain, strong winds and dust storms are expected to hit the country this week.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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Briefing: Whose war is it? Trump eyes Iran talks as Israel hints at long campaign

Strategic angle: Another deadline day, another ultimatum, another surprise turn from the US president.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Supreme Court sounds skeptical of late-arriving ballots, a Trump target

Strategic angle: The Supreme Court expresses doubts about the validity of late-arriving ballots, a key issue for Trump.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Johannes Hahn resigns as EU special envoy for Cyprus, citing 'other commitments'

Strategic angle: Hahn steps down from his role after being appointed in May 2025, following extensive negotiations by Cypriot leadership.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: 8 architecture and culture groups sue Trump and the Kennedy Center board

Strategic angle: The groups, including the American Institute of Architects, demand compliance with historic preservation laws.

Editorial Staff Mar 23

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Briefing: Police evacuate Brussels Midi train station after finding two mysterious packages

Strategic angle: Gare du Midi train and metro stations were evacuated on Monday evening after two mysterious packages were found, each on a separate train platform.

Editorial Staff Mar 23