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Briefing: Sources: Rapper J. Cole to play pro hoops in China

Strategic angle: Rap megastar J. Cole has signed a contract to play in the Chinese Basketball Association with the Nanjing Monkey Kings.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: Germany news: Lufthansa marks centenary amid testing times

Strategic angle: Germany's national air carrier, Lufthansa, is officially 100 years old just ahead of the centenary of its first flight.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: Fleetwood Mac star Lindsey Buckingham attacked by woman with ‘unknown substance’

Strategic angle: The 'stalking suspect' reportedly threw something on Lindsey Buckingham and then ran away. An arrest is expected soon.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Environment

Briefing: World’s oldest tortoise caught in viral crypto death scam

Strategic angle: Fake X account posing as his vet sparked global false reports of Jonathan’s death while soliciting crypto donations.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: Iran war: Trump says US campaign 'nearing completion'

Strategic angle: Donald Trump stated that US forces would bring Iran 'back to the Stone Ages' while addressing the nation on the ongoing conflict.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?

Strategic angle: Growing income inequality and public displays of billionaire power are increasing calls for new income and wealth taxes aimed at the world's richest individuals.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Energy

Briefing: Venezuela Oil Exports Top 1 Million Bpd in March

Strategic angle: Venezuela's oil exports have surpassed 1 million barrels per day in March, signaling a significant recovery in the country's oil industry.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: The art of war: MAS Antwerp explores history and heritage of martial arts

Strategic angle: A new exhibition at MAS Antwerp explores martial arts as culture, identity and community, bringing together global traditions and local stories beyond the fight.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: Three minors among four charged over foiled attack at Bank of America Paris branch

Strategic angle: French authorities have charged four individuals, including three minors, in connection with a thwarted attack involving a homemade explosive device.

Editorial Staff Apr 2

Politics

Briefing: Valencia Plans to Cap Holiday Homes Amid Tourist Concerns

Strategic angle: The Spanish city aims to limit holiday accommodations to combat rising tourist-related issues.

Editorial Staff Apr 2