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Briefing: Clashes Erupt in Kolkata Ahead of Modi Rally

Strategic angle: Violence breaks out in Kolkata as tensions rise before Prime Minister Modi's scheduled appearance.

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Briefing: Why has Trump left Iran’s nuclear stockpile untouched?

Strategic angle: US administration appears to have no plan to retrieve the enriched uranium after two weeks of military action.

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Briefing: India Seeks Passage for More Vessels Stranded Around Strait of Hormuz

Strategic angle: India aims to facilitate the movement of additional vessels after a few have successfully navigated through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Briefing: US deploys USS Tripoli amphibious assault ship to Middle East

Strategic angle: The USS Tripoli and its Marine expeditionary unit are being sent to the Middle East, including personnel and F-35 fighter jets.

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Briefing: Claude A.I. Versus the Pentagon

Strategic angle: A deep dive into the implications of Claude A.I. on national security.

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Briefing: 'Try It’: Woman Says She Saves Money On Gas. Then She Reveals It’s By Only Filling At Sam’s Club—And Only 'On The Half'

Strategic angle: 'I do the same thing.'

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Briefing: With boom in prediction markets, some lawmakers worry about how to police themselves

Strategic angle: House and Senate ethics committees give no financial disclosure guidance on event contracts or prediction markets — unlike stock, cryptocurrency and bond trades.

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Briefing: Shark nets planned for €100 million Club Med resort threaten endangered species in South Africa

Strategic angle: Scientists warn of potential threats to endangered species from proposed shark nets near new resort.

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Briefing: Pi Day: From rockets to cancer research, here's how the number pi is embedded in our lives

Strategic angle: Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi.

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Briefing: The Benefits Of Diesel Electric Semi Trucks, And Where They Still Fall Short

Strategic angle: Efficient diesel electric technology has been in use in railroad locomotives for years, so why hasn't it caught on in the world of semi trucks?

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Briefing: Qatar turns to desert farming to boost food security

Strategic angle: In response to geopolitical tensions, Qatar is investing in desert farming to enhance its food security.

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Briefing: Helpful or harmful? How to vet tax advice from social media

Strategic angle: A certified public accountant explains how to vet tax claims from social media and avoid scams.

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Briefing: House GOP leadership silent as more members post anti-Muslim statements

Strategic angle: A growing number of Republicans in Congress are embracing rhetoric against Muslims, facing little public pushback from leadership.

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Briefing: Reframing Georgia O'Keeffe's legacy and protecting the land she loved

Strategic angle: Georgia O'Keeffe called the New Mexico high desert 'my country,' but Pueblo peoples predated her. A more complex view is emerging amid efforts to preserve the land.

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Briefing: Over 1 Million Vehicles Involved In French Registration Fraud

Strategic angle: Investigators say weaknesses in France’s online vehicle registration system allowed shell companies to register cars illegally.

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Briefing: Which team needs Women's League Cup final win more?

Strategic angle: Chelsea and Manchester United will battle to lift the Women's League Cup trophy on Sunday - but who needs the success more?

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Briefing: England and Borthwick backed up to the brink in Paris

Strategic angle: England head coach Steve Borthwick needs a performance that gives compelling proof of the direction of his team against France, writes Mike Henson.

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Briefing: US vs. Iran: Three generations of conflict

Strategic angle: Three key moments that shaped Iranian and American attitudes toward each other — and show why mistrust endures.

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Amsterdam Jewish school targeted in attack

No injuries reported in what Amsterdam's Mayor described as a deliberate attack, following an arson incident at a Rotterdam synagogue.

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Briefing: 'Same Trim': Man Shops At Toyota Dealership. Then He’s Given A Choice: A Brand-New Car With An Invoice Discount—Or A 2024?

Strategic angle: 'Both are TOO EXPENSIVE.'