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Briefing: Cambodia unveils statue to honour famous landmine-sniffing rat

Strategic angle: The statue honours the late African giant pouched rat who sniffed out more than 100 landmines during his lifetime.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Le Duc brings the fresh taste of the sea to Paris

Strategic angle: A family-run institution known for delicate fish recipes draws loyal patrons.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: 'Retirees are no happier than working people'

Strategic angle: Columnist Béatrice Madeline discusses a study revealing that retirement does not guarantee happiness, often sought as an escape from tough working conditions.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Man charged over fatal shooting of baby in pram in New York

Strategic angle: Two men have been arrested over the shooting of a seven-month-old baby in Williamsburg.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: Photographer Francesca Allen Celebrates the Power of Long Hair in Lithuania

Strategic angle: In 2024, British photographer Francesca Allen traveled to Kaunas, Lithuania, to attend an annual competition honoring the country's longest hair, a symbol of female power.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: The man who became one of India's greatest stage queens

Strategic angle: Chapal Bhaduri was Bengal’s biggest stage queen - until women arrived and the spotlight moved on.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: German researchers set right the story of a 9,000-year-old shaman's grave

Strategic angle: New analysis reveals the politicization of a shaman's grave discovery in Nazi Germany was based on incorrect narratives.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make a deal as search continues for missing US pilot

US President Donald Trump warns Tehran of dire consequences if a deal is not reached within 48 hours amid ongoing search efforts for a downed American pilot.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: Poland's border with Belarus sees decrease in illegal immigration attempts by 96%

Strategic angle: The Polish government attributes the significant drop in illegal crossings to effective migration policies and enhanced border security.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: Search for missing airman presents serious test for US

Strategic angle: The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: Data center boom poses early challenge for New Jersey’s affordability agenda

Strategic angle: The rapid expansion of data centers in New Jersey raises concerns about the state's affordability initiatives.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: US pilot missing as Iran says it never ruled out talks

Strategic angle: Iran maintains open channels for dialogue amid the search for a missing US pilot.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: German XXL frigate on the horizon - but when will the super warship arrive?

Strategic angle: Germany plans to launch the world's largest frigate, the F126, by 2029, aimed at enhancing its naval capabilities.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: NATO anniversary overshadowed by Trump’s threats

Strategic angle: On this day, April 4th, 1949, NATO was founded, marking a pivotal moment in global security. Nearly 80 years later, however, the alliance's future is being questioned by its most powerful member, the United States.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule

Strategic angle: Cameroon's President Paul Biya, 93, won his eighth successive term last year in a disputed election.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: A subdued Wisconsin Supreme Court race tilts Democrats’ way

Strategic angle: The Wisconsin Supreme Court race shows signs of favoring Democrats amid a quieter campaign.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: Prayers, verses and holy books: How have religious symbols been used in the ongoing war in the Middle East?

Strategic angle: The messages exchanged in the Middle East reflect a different face of warfare, with religious rhetoric increasingly employed.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: 'Gaza, Marseille is with you!': French boats set sail to join international aid flotilla

Strategic angle: Some 20 French boats set sail from Marseille on Saturday to join an international flotilla making a renewed effort to break an Israeli blockade and deliver aid to Gaza.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Judge blocks Trump's college admissions data push in 17 states

A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's efforts to collect college admissions data across 17 states.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

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Briefing: Trump administration detains relatives of killed Iranian general Soleimani

Strategic angle: The Trump administration has taken action against the family members of the late Iranian general Qassem Soleimani.

Editorial Staff Apr 4