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Briefing: BMW Has A New Role For Alpina, And It Starts With Two New Models

Strategic angle: A new chapter for Alpina begins with BMW’s biggest models, suggesting a refined approach that moves away from traditional performance expectations.

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Briefing: Pharmalittle: Insights on TrumpRx and Wegovy

Strategic angle: Exploring expectations around TrumpRx and a new high-dose version of Wegovy.

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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.

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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.

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Briefing: Twin-Screw Supercharger Turns Silverado ZR2 Into A 4.2 Second Pickup

Strategic angle: Hennessey builds a 700 hp Silverado ZR2 with off-road upgrades and a limited 100-unit run.

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Briefing: Freeport-McMoRan vs Newmont: Which Crushed Mining Giant Looks Like the Cleaner Bet?

Strategic angle: A comparative analysis of Freeport-McMoRan and Newmont in the mining sector.

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Trump is dismantling democracy at 'unprecedented' speed, global report finds

Three major new studies on democracy and freedom all find the U.S. is slipping further away from democracy.

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Briefing: Meta U-turns on Horizon Worlds VR shutdown after user backlash

Strategic angle: Meta has reversed its decision to pull the plug on Horizon Worlds in VR after backlash, keeping it alive as it shifts focus toward mobile growth and a wider user base.

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Briefing: Mahindra Offers To Buy Back Its Sold-Out Batman SUV

Strategic angle: Some owners of the Mahindra BE6 Batman Edition aren't happy with the company's decision to offer a second batch.

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Briefing: New luxury farm resort from the founder of Aman set to open in Japan next month

Strategic angle: Azuma Farm Koiwai, featuring 24 exclusive guest rooms, is a collaboration between Adrian Zecha’s Azumi brand and JR East.

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Briefing: U.K. to Reassess Cost-Effectiveness of Alzheimer's Drugs

Strategic angle: Following successful appeals from drugmakers, the U.K. is reviewing the cost-effectiveness of two new Alzheimer's treatments.

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Netanyahu’s Iran war press briefing targeted at ‘audience of one’: Donald Trump

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s press briefing on the Iran war was aimed specifically at President Donald Trump, according to reports.

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Briefing: Uncapped Garner and Steele in 35-man England squad

Strategic angle: Everton midfielder James Garner and Brighton goalkeeper Jason Steele are named by Thomas Tuchel in an expanded 35-man England squad.

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Briefing: Pentagon’s Anthropic Bashing Rekindles Silicon Valley’s Resistance to War

Strategic angle: The Pentagon's criticism of Anthropic highlights ongoing tensions in Silicon Valley regarding military involvement in AI development.

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Briefing: Trent omitted from huge 35-man England squad as Maguire and Mainoo return

Strategic angle: Trent Alexander-Arnold was the big omission from England's huge 35-man squad as Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo were called up for the first time under Thomas Tuchel.

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Briefing: ‘We Need To Be Very Picky’: Mechanic Says Some Cars Are Too Old To Work On. Then He Explains Why

Strategic angle: 'A lot of times, I can make that judgment call over the phone.'

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US: Trump image approved for commemorative gold coin

An arts panel appointed by Donald Trump backed plans for a 24-karat commemorative coin featuring the US president, drawing criticism from Democrats.

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Briefing: Trump caught unprepared by escalation of war with Iran

Strategic angle: The American president struggles to justify US-Israeli intervention amid rising tensions.

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Briefing: Epiroc secures large order for autonomous, electric mining equipment in Africa

Strategic angle: Epiroc has landed a significant contract for its innovative mining technology in Africa.

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Briefing: ‘Europe learned the wrong lesson’ by doubling down on fossil fuels while India and China went green

Strategic angle: Countries that invested in renewable energy in 2022 are better able to withstand the current fuel crisis, experts say.