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Briefing: 'A new norm': BBC visits Doha market starting to fill up again two weeks into Iran war

Strategic angle: The BBC's International News correspondent, Barbara Plett Usher, visits Doha's Souq Waqif market as strikes in the region continue.

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Briefing: Markets may be underestimating how the Iran war could hit the global economy

Strategic angle: The Iran war is exposing fragile economic chokepoints, raising concerns about long-term supply disruptions.

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Briefing: Oscars 2026: Here are all the moments you didn't see on TV

Strategic angle: Inside the winners room and other insights from behind the scenes.

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Briefing: EU scrambles to curb energy costs as Iran war hits markets

Strategic angle: The European Union is taking urgent measures to address rising energy costs amid escalating tensions in Iran.

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Briefing: Netanyahu’s rivals compete to outdo him over Iran

Strategic angle: Israel’s opposition parties criticise PM’s management of war even if they express strong support for offensive

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Briefing: Retail investors pull billions from private capital’s credit gold mine

Strategic angle: Flood of redemptions threatens to stall one of Wall Street’s most important sources of growth

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Briefing: UniCredit’s Orcel draws level with UBS chief Ermotti after record pay deal

Strategic angle: Italian executive received €16.4mn pay package last year, a 24% rise from 2024

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Briefing: Iran taking steps to prevent anti-establishment protests, Tehran residents tell BBC

Strategic angle: Residents describe new security checkpoints around the capital, where they say people are stopped and searched.

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Briefing: Team USA stifles D.R.'s offense to make WBC final

Strategic angle: The United States held the Dominican Republic's vaunted offense in check to advance to the World Baseball Classic final with a 2-1 victory.

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Briefing: U.S. stock futures, oil prices bounce around as investors weigh developments in Iran conflict

Strategic angle: MarketWatch reports on the fluctuations in U.S. stock futures and oil prices amid ongoing tensions in Iran.

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Briefing: Coeur Mining: Back In Value Territory After Major Volatility, Eyeing Support

Strategic angle: Coeur Mining shows potential for recovery after significant fluctuations in value.

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Briefing: What Is A Tri-Five Chevy And Which Models Fit The Bill?

Strategic angle: The Tri-Five Chevy is loved by classic-car enthusiasts due to confident styling, influential engines, and decades of hot-rodding.

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Briefing: China urges US to correct 'erroneous ways' over trade probes ahead of Paris talks

Strategic angle: Beijing calls on Washington to amend its approach following new trade investigations.

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Briefing: Two Chinese Companies Join Hong Kong Listing Wave, Seek to Raise Almost $200M Combined

Strategic angle: Two Chinese firms are set to capitalize on the Hong Kong market, aiming to raise nearly $200 million through their listings.

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Briefing: GC00 | Gold Continuous Contract Overview

Strategic angle: An in-depth look at the Gold Continuous Contract performance and market trends.

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Briefing: Trump says US is 'talking' to Iran, but it's not 'ready' for deal to end war

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump claims discussions are ongoing with Iran, despite Tehran's reluctance to negotiate.

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Briefing: Trump throws US-China reboot off course by saying he could delay Xi summit

Strategic angle: President casts doubt on visit with Chinese leader as officials from both countries lay groundwork for improved relations

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Briefing: Quillx is an open standard for disclosing AI involvement in software projects

Strategic angle: A new initiative aims to enhance transparency in software development by standardizing AI disclosure.

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Briefing: Sports Car Swallowed Under A Florida School Bus In Wild Crash Caught On Camera

Strategic angle: A Jaguar F-Type slammed into the back of a school bus in Florida, wedging beneath it in a crash that left both drivers with minor injuries.

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Briefing: Cameron Young Wins Players Championship After Fitzpatrick's Miss

Strategic angle: Young birdies 17, clinches victory on 18 as Fitzpatrick falters.