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Briefing: UK Government Courts Anthropic for Expansion Amid US Defense Tensions

Strategic angle: The UK government seeks collaboration with Anthropic as tensions rise in US defense sectors.

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Briefing: Erling Haaland the hat-trick hero as Manchester City thrash Liverpool in FA Cup

Strategic angle: Manchester City cruised into the FA Cup semi-finals with a 4-0 thrashing of Liverpool, with Erling Haaland scoring three goals.

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Briefing: Help or hinderance? Amateur archaeologist digs at German castle ruins without permission

Strategic angle: Germany's cultural heritage community is embroiled in a row after an amateur archaeologist uncovered an ancient construction without the necessary permissions.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Briefing: Travelling to Europe? Here are the essential travel apps you need to download

Strategic angle: From trains and translation to booking stays and splitting costs, these are the apps that can make travelling around Europe much easier.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Briefing: Campaign to curb cars in Berlin sparks uproar ahead of election

Strategic angle: Conservatives and far right are opposing a citizens’ initiative to restrict traffic in the German capital

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Briefing: UK courts Anthropic to expand in London after US defence clash

Strategic angle: Keir Starmer’s government steps up efforts to get American AI start-up to grow its presence in Britain

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Briefing: Why Daytime Running Lights Are Mandatory In Europe But Not In The US

Strategic angle: Daytime running lights were designed to increase visibility of vehicles in low-light conditions. But while Europe makes them mandatory, the U.S. doesn't.

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Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Gulf tensions, energy worries

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni embarks on a diplomatic tour in the Gulf region to address energy concerns and regional tensions.

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Briefing: 'Gaza, Marseille is with you!': French boats set sail to join international aid flotilla

Strategic angle: Some 20 French boats set sail from Marseille on Saturday to join an international flotilla making a renewed effort to break an Israeli blockade and deliver aid to Gaza.

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Briefing: Celine Dion breaks presale ticket record

Strategic angle: Pop superstar Celine Dion's return to the stage has set a new record with nine million fans registering for presale tickets.

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Briefing: France announces crisis loans for firms hit by fuel-price surge

Strategic angle: Emergency loan programme launched to support small and medium-sized businesses affected by rising fuel costs.

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Briefing: Camorra boss Roberto Mazzarella caught in luxury resort on Amalfi coast

Strategic angle: Mazzarella, head of the clan bearing his name, was on the list of Italy's most dangerous fugitives. Cash and luxury watches were seized in the operation.