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Briefing: The EU has adopted a housing plan. Will it fix the crisis?

Strategic angle: The European Parliament has adopted its most comprehensive housing policy document yet, but real authority still lies with local governments.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery and explosions boom over Tehran from Israeli attack

Tensions escalate as Iran retaliates against perceived threats from Israel.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

Politics

Briefing: Indians flock to fuel pumps as Iran war drives shortage fears

Strategic angle: From Gujarat to Tamil Nadu, long lines at fuel pumps reflect growing anxiety over oil supplies even as officials urge calm and assure of adequate supply.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

Politics

Briefing: The song contest that never was: Why Latin America still lacks its own Eurovision

Strategic angle: Latin artists may rule the charts and pack stadiums worldwide, yet Latin America still lacks a Eurovision-style televised music mega-festival; the reasons lie in history, industry and politics.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Five of Europe’s top 10 most polluted cities are in this one country

Strategic angle: Two countries dominate the top 10 lists for Europe's most and least polluted cities.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: How Seville is standing up to Madrid and Barcelona as a host city for major events

Strategic angle: The Andalusian capital is transforming into a prime destination for major events, challenging the dominance of Madrid and Barcelona.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Europe's nuclear leaders: Which countries produce the most?

Strategic angle: Nuclear power accounts for 12% of the EU’s energy mix. Yet despite recent increases, overall nuclear power production is declining.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Latest news bulletin | March 19th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

Politics

Briefing: 'He liked the fear in our eyes', Epstein survivors tell BBC

Strategic angle: In an interview with BBC Newsnight, five survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuses spoke about how pervasive the disgraced financier's wrongdoing was and what justice could look like.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

Politics

Briefing: 'Major player' in alleged mistaken identity kidnap of Sydney grandfather charged

Strategic angle: The 23-year-old is the third man to be charged in connection with the death of Chris Baghsarian.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

Politics

Briefing: Vivid dreams could be key to feeling well-rested, new study suggests

Strategic angle: Researchers found that immersive dream experiences contribute to feelings of deep rest.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: OpenAI pulls the plug on Sora, the viral AI video app that sparked deepfake concerns

Strategic angle: OpenAI announced the discontinuation of the Sora app, addressing user concerns over deepfake technology.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Iran military spokesperson says US is negotiating with itself

Strategic angle: Iran's military spokesperson claims that the US is engaging in self-negotiation.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

Politics

Briefing: OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app

Strategic angle: The move comes less than two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: The serial-poisoning mother and daughter inspired by 'Breaking Bad'

Strategic angle: Carole D. and Amélie D. face trial for plotting to poison a partner using various toxic substances.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: US Army raises enlistment age to 42 and removes marijuana waiver requirement

Strategic angle: The US Army has updated its enlistment policies, allowing individuals up to 42 years old to join and eliminating the marijuana waiver.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Tough negotiations loom as Denmark's Social Democrats fail to secure a majority

Strategic angle: The party, which has governed since 2019, gained the most votes but saw its weakest results in over a century.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Iran war: US reportedly offers 15-point plan to end war

Strategic angle: The proposal reportedly includes a one-month ceasefire and was conveyed to Iran via Pakistan.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Middle East live: Israeli strikes on South Lebanon leave nine dead

Strategic angle: Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon result in multiple casualties amid ongoing conflict.

Editorial Staff Mar 25

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Briefing: Sara Duterte impeachment hearings start as political death match heats up

Strategic angle: The Philippines' VP faces another impeachment round with her 2028 presidential run on the line.

Editorial Staff Mar 25