Life Briefing: Artemis 2 countdown underway Strategic angle: The two-day countdown for the Artemis 2 mission around the moon started March 30 with NASA officials reporting no major issues for the launch. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Politics Briefing: Australia investigates tech giants over breaches of social media ban for under-16s Strategic angle: The Australian regulator believes that some major tech companies are 'failing to obey the laws.' Editorial Staff Mar 31
Money Briefing: South Korea proposes extra $17 billion budget to cushion energy costs fueled by Iran war Strategic angle: Seoul imports 94% of its energy needs, and almost 72% of its crude oil comes from the Middle East. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Politics Briefing: Multiple explosions, airstrikes knock out power in Tehran Strategic angle: Residents report power outages following a series of explosions and airstrikes in the Iranian capital. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Money Briefing: Oil and war top financial markets worry list for an uncertain Q2 - Reuters Strategic angle: Financial markets are increasingly concerned about the impact of oil prices and geopolitical tensions as they approach Q2. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Travel Briefing: All the under-the-radar US destinations you should be visiting this year Strategic angle: From Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon to a former gold rush city in Nevada, you won’t find any crowds at these spots across the country. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Life Briefing: Food safety, soils and manure: How a systemic approach can prevent health risks Strategic angle: Exploring the benefits of recycling animal manure to combat soil acidification and enhance agricultural yields. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Politics Briefing: Lebanese Minister Addresses Euronews Amidst Ongoing Israeli Strikes Strategic angle: Over 1,200 casualties reported in Lebanon as tensions escalate. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Politics Briefing: Nadim Houry warns: Israel is no longer just fighting Hezbollah, 'it’s waging war on Lebanon' Strategic angle: Nadim Houry discusses the implications of Israel's military actions in Lebanon, highlighting a deeper structural impasse. Editorial Staff Mar 31
Sports Briefing: Football: Valiant Black Stars narrowly lose to Germany in Stuttgart Strategic angle: Ghana lost 2-1 to Germany in a friendly match in Stuttgart, ahead of their World Cup campaign. Editorial Staff Mar 31