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Briefing: Biotech VCs Move Upstream in China's Scientific Pipelines

Strategic angle: U.S. venture capital firms are proactively investing in Chinese biotech, shifting their strategy as competition intensifies.

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Briefing: Newcastle announce record revenues but Howe's future uncertain

Strategic angle: Newcastle's chief executive David Hopkinson says Eddie Howe's future will be discussed "when the time is right" as the club announced record revenues of £335.3m for the year ending June 2025.

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In-between Ibiza Exhibition: A Critical Look at Global Club Culture

Set to run from April 17 to May 8, the exhibition presents an analytical perspective on the evolution of dancefloors and their cultural significance.

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Briefing: UN Security Council to hold emergency session after peacekeeper deaths in Lebanon

Strategic angle: The UN Interim Force in Lebanon reported the deaths of three personnel due to separate incidents, prompting an emergency session.

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Briefing: Oyster Shell Material Helps Clean Up Water Polluted With Rare Earth Elements

Strategic angle: Innovative use of oyster shell material shows promise in addressing pollution from rare earth elements.

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Briefing: Sexual violence part of 'everyday life' in parts of Sudan, charity says

Strategic angle: Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

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Briefing: Non-lithium Energy Storage Technology Advances

Strategic angle: Significant progress in non-lithium energy storage systems reported in the US, Spain, and Scotland.

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Briefing: Iran's attacks on aluminum producers are sending 'shockwaves' through the metals market

Strategic angle: Aluminum hit prices not seen since 2022 after Iranian attacks on two Middle Eastern producers over the weekend, amid fears of a supply crisis.

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Briefing: E-cigarettes are more effective for quitting smoking, but experts warn they are not risk-free

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that e-cigarettes surpass traditional methods in aiding smoking cessation, though health risks remain.

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Briefing: After the Iran war, how fast could global trade recover?

Strategic angle: The Iran war could end soon or drag on for months. When the Strait of Hormuz is reopened, the true test will be how quickly energy, fertilizer and other supply chains can bounce back.

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Briefing: Germany news: Bavaria's state premier Markus Söder visits North Carolina

Strategic angle: Markus Söder will view the BMW plant in Spartanburg, among other stops, after visiting Texas.

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Briefing: EU to press Israel to scrap law allowing execution of convicted Palestinians

Strategic angle: In a draft statement, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warns that the bill represents a grave regression for Israel.

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Briefing: Harper: I'll humble 'untested' Dubois

Strategic angle: Terri Harper is ready to take on Caroline Dubois, aiming to prove her dominance in the ring this Sunday.

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Briefing: Mekies 'confident' Red Bull can give Verstappen faster car

Strategic angle: Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies expresses confidence in improving Max Verstappen's car performance for the rest of the season.

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Briefing: Robinson and Tribe among England Test contenders ahead of county season

Strategic angle: Ahead of the County Championship season from Good Friday, we look at some of the players looking to press their England Test claims for the series at home to New Zealand from June 4.

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Briefing: The New BMW iX3 For China Loses The Pop-Out Door Handles

Strategic angle: The last-minute change was driven by a new regulation coming into force in 2027.

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Briefing: Lebanese minister says situation ‘dramatic’ as Israel expands ground invasion

Strategic angle: Euronews previews an EU statement on the Israeli bill re-introducing the death penalty.

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Briefing: Inflation worries become growth worries

Strategic angle: A longer war makes long bonds interesting

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Briefing: Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition

Strategic angle: Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part.

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Briefing: Iran condemns US strike on Delhi-bound plane as 'war crime'

Strategic angle: The Iranian embassy in India criticizes the US for targeting a plane at Mashhad Airport, while India prepares for a significant survey.