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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.

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

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Briefing: Middle East War live: Rescued crew member from downed US fighter jet 'safe and sound,' says Trump

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump announced the successful recovery of an airman downed in Iran during a daring rescue operation.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: ‘Transformation into life’: Your dead body could become ‘beautiful’ soil thanks to terramation

Strategic angle: Is rebirth on your mind this Easter? Human composting turns your body into ‘beautiful, stunning’ soil when you die.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Cocoa shortage: Why your Easter chocolate costs more than before

Strategic angle: Cocoa and chocolate prices in Europe have surged ahead of Easter, driven by fragile supply chains.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Pollen is here to stay as seasons get longer. Here’s how to protect yourself

Strategic angle: With pollen season starting earlier and lasting longer across Europe, allergy sufferers face a growing annual challenge, but a few small habits can make a difference.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Germany's New Religious Diversity

Strategic angle: As Christian churches decline, new religious buildings emerge, reflecting the diverse faiths brought by immigrants.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: How 'The Camp of the Saints' became the far right's cult novel, from the Le Pens to MAGA

Strategic angle: Since its publication in 1973, Jean Raspail's novel has shaped the imagination of ideologues who oppose immigration.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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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