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Briefing: Poland to recognize same-sex marriages from EU states

Strategic angle: Poland's top administrative court mandates recognition of same-sex marriages performed in other EU countries.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Dana Lixenberg's personal, political and pared-down portraits

Strategic angle: Her photographs of celebrated personalities, from Toni Morrison to Tupac Shakur, have become iconic images.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: French jihadist sentenced to life in jail over Yazidi genocide

Strategic angle: Sabri Essid was found guilty of genocide and crimes against humanity for his role in the atrocities committed against the Yazidi community.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: What is France hoping to achieve with FM's Middle East visit?

Strategic angle: French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot's visit aims to foster direct talks between Israel and Lebanon.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Ready-to-wear autumn-winter 2026/27 collections: Is fashion still subversive?

Strategic angle: Exploring the subversive nature of fashion in the latest collections.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: French foreign minister demands Iran make 'major concessions'

Strategic angle: Jean-Noël Barrot calls for a moratorium on strikes against energy infrastructure during his visit to Israel.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: France presenting 'nuanced position' as FM Barrot visits Israel

Strategic angle: French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot emphasizes the need for Iran to make concessions while urging Israel to take historic opportunities.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Curro Rodríguez: from bankruptcy to global water empire

Strategic angle: After facing financial ruin, Francisco “Curro” Rodríguez has built one of the world leaders in carton-packaged water: Ly Company.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Kazakhstan votes for a new Constitution, marking a turning point in its political future

Strategic angle: Kazakhstan has adopted a new constitution following a nationwide referendum backed by a strong majority, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s political evolution.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Strava fitness app reportedly reveals location of France aircraft carrier at sea

Strategic angle: A French navy member's public profile on Strava shows jogging activity on a ship, potentially compromising military secrecy.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

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Briefing: These are the UK’s most popular tourist attractions, from the Natural History Museum to Stonehenge

Strategic angle: How many of these museums, galleries and monuments have you been to?

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: He's one reason why aid cuts weren't as dire for the HIV population as predicted

Strategic angle: Harerimana Ismail of Uganda continues his vital work with HIV-positive children despite losing his salary due to aid cuts.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Indian film board blocks release of Oscar-nominated Gaza drama 'The Voice of Hind Rajab'

Strategic angle: The decision reflects a significant shift in Israel-India relations amidst ongoing censorship debates.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Germany: Police dismantle major cyberattack 'botnets'

Strategic angle: German authorities have shut down two of the world’s largest 'botnets' as part of a joint three-nation operation.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Yazidi genocide trial in Paris: Prosecutors seek life sentence for French jihadist

Strategic angle: The prosecutor requests life imprisonment for Sabri Essid, accused of crimes against the Yazidi community.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: The West Bank, up against the wall: Illegal Palestinian workers face exploitation and danger

Strategic angle: Our reporters in the Middle East went to meet Palestinians who are desperately trying to reach Israel to find work there.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Travelling to Spain for Easter? Prepare for flight disruption as airport staff call strikes

Strategic angle: The stoppages will coincide with a peak travel period, when millions of passengers pass through Spanish airports.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: 'StravaLeaks': France's aircraft carrier located in real time by Le Monde through fitness app

Strategic angle: Le Monde reveals a security flaw as a French sailor's Strava activity exposes the location of the Charles de Gaulle.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Hungary's Orbán accused of disloyalty and blackmail over Ukraine loan veto

Strategic angle: The Hungarian leader says a pipeline carrying Russian oil through Ukraine to Hungary must be repaired before any funds can be released.

Editorial Staff Mar 20

Politics

Briefing: Dancing robot performance goes awry, sending plates and chopsticks flying in hot pot restaurant

Strategic angle: A chaotic robot performance at a hot pot restaurant leaves diners in shock as dishware is sent flying.

Editorial Staff Mar 20