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Briefing: Cuba releasing 2,010 prisoners as the US pressures the island's government

Strategic angle: The Cuban government described the pardons as a 'humanitarian gesture' linked to Holy Week amidst U.S. pressures.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Politics

Briefing: Are Iran-allied paramilitaries dragging Iraq into the war?

Strategic angle: After a large convoy of Iraqis crossed into Iran this week, observers worried they would join Iran's war effort against the US and Israel. But, experts say, Iraq's situation is way more complicated than that.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Politics

Briefing: ‘Kids will find a way around it’: Europeans on proposed social media bans for children

Strategic angle: As countries across Europe consider banning social media for minors, opinions vary on the effectiveness of such measures.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Politics

Briefing: Public holidays: How much does a day off cost in Europe?

Strategic angle: Europe takes double-digit public holidays a year on average — but as Denmark showed when it axed one to fund its military, every day off has a price tag.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Life

Briefing: SpaceX Starship could slash travel time to Uranus in half

Strategic angle: A new concept suggests SpaceX’s Starship could revolutionize a future mission to Uranus, one of the solar system’s most overlooked planets.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Life

Briefing: Forget Brussels and Paris: Here are Europe’s new unexpected chocolate capitals

Strategic angle: Europe’s lesser-known chocolate cities are drawing attention this Easter, with Turin, Perugia and York ranked among the continent’s sweetest destinations.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Politics

Briefing: Italy clings to coal-powered plants as EU countries shield from Iran war with renewables

Strategic angle: Italy's four coal-powered plants may be reactivated amid escalating gas and oil supply issues.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Politics

Briefing: Not all chocolate is created equal. But there are some health benefits

Strategic angle: Cacao has been associated with multiple health benefits; however, experts warn that commercial chocolate may not be as good.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Life

Briefing: Scientists say BMI gets it wrong for over one third of adults

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that BMI may misclassify a significant number of individuals when assessing health.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Politics

Briefing: ICE detention deaths are on a record pace. One Texas facility bears the brunt

Strategic angle: ICE inspectors in February found 49 violations to detention standards at Camp East Montana, including failure from staff to accurately document required checks to prevent significant self-harm and suicide.

Editorial Staff Apr 3