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Several injured by Israeli strikes on Lebanese city Tyre

Israel has repeatedly struck the ancient southern Lebanese city of Tyre, injuring several inhabitants amid fears of permanent displacement.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Ramstein: Controversy in Germany over military base's role in Middle East war

Strategic angle: Germany's Ramstein airbase is at the center of a heated debate regarding its involvement in U.S. military operations in the Middle East.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Sri Lanka struggles to avert economic collapse over Mideast war

Strategic angle: Sri Lanka is struggling to prevent a repeat of its spectacular economic collapse four years ago, as the prolonged Middle East war compounds the fallout from a deadly cyclone in November.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Ukraine: 14 people killed in 'massive' Russian attack on 1,500th day of war

Ukrainian authorities report new tactics from Russia as aerial assaults escalate.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Thousands rally against racism in Paris suburb to defend newly elected Black mayor

Demonstrators march in support of Bally Bagayoko, facing racist attacks since his election.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: One Health Summit begins in Lyon, France: How to prevent health risks?

Strategic angle: Sophie Drogué, INRAE Research Engineer, is our guest.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: War in Lebanon: Art to Provide Psychological Support to Children

Strategic angle: As the strikes in Lebanon continue, children are being deeply affected by psychological trauma. In response, art is being used as a means of healing and emotional expression.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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China Executes French National Convicted in 2010 for Drug Trafficking

France's foreign ministry expresses consternation over the execution of a French citizen sentenced to death in China.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Mexican art world protests over plan to send Frida Kahlo masterpieces to Spain

Strategic angle: Cultural figures sign open letter asking government for clarity on how long landmark collection will remain abroad.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: More teens are getting hooked on gambling. Parents say it often goes undetected

Strategic angle: The explosion of online gambling and sports betting, as well as the advertising behind it, is attracting a growing number of young people, most of them boys.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Questions to help you get 'financially naked' with your partner

Strategic angle: Having 'brutally honest conversations' about money can bring couples closer together, says financial educator Vivian Tu.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: In Iran, social media posts noted explosions, aircraft in area US jet was downed

Strategic angle: Reports from Tehran indicate explosions and aircraft sightings near the location of the downed US F-15 jet.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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‘Disturbing trend’ of US-Israeli strikes hitting non-military targets in Iran

Recent US-Israeli strikes in Iran have increasingly targeted non-military sites, raising concerns about civilian casualties.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Zelenskyy warns US-Iran war could divert critical aid from Ukraine

Strategic angle: President Zelenskyy has cautioned that ongoing conflicts may jeopardize essential military support for Ukraine.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Podcast: Brussels Naked and more book picks beyond the headlines

Strategic angle: In this special episode, we step away from the headlines and into the world of books.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Leipzig Eierlei festival celebrates the 'eggstraordinary' art of Easter decorations

Strategic angle: Exhibitors at the Eierlei Festival in Leipzig elevate the tradition of painting eggs with innovative craft and art techniques.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Portugal among EU countries with the most people working close to 50 hours a week

Strategic angle: A recent Randstad analysis reveals Portugal's high percentage of employees working long hours, trailing only Greece, Cyprus, and France.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: The rise of Evangelicals is transforming French Protestantism

Strategic angle: French Protestantism is experiencing a shift as Evangelicals gain prominence, bringing a more conservative and open approach to faith.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Why do Catholics and Orthodox celebrate Easter on different dates?

Strategic angle: To understand the differing dates of Easter celebrations, we must look back over 400 years to a time when ten days simply didn't exist.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: 'People's Republic' rumors: Does an Estonian city really want to join Russia?

Strategic angle: The Estonian city of Narva is on Europe's eastern border, right next to Russia. Recently there have been online rumors that some locals want to secede from Estonia and join Russia. What's really happening?

Editorial Staff Apr 5