Science Briefing: Are mercury levels elevated across US conservation lands? Strategic angle: A study reveals varying risks to wildlife from mercury pollution in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Sports Briefing: 'Away end' trial to include Leicester v Northampton derby Strategic angle: The Prem's trial of 'away ends' in top-flight rugby is to be given its biggest showcase yet at the East Midlands derby on 9 May. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Politics 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
Environment Briefing: ‘Seriously wrong’: flood-hit Lincolnshire residents at odds with Reform MP over climate Strategic angle: Constituents’ frustration with Richard Tice reflects growing problem for party and its leaders’ climate-sceptic stance. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Sports Briefing: Selby hopes World Championship stays in UK when Crucible is being refurbished Strategic angle: Mark Selby expresses desire for the World Snooker Championship to remain in the UK during the Crucible's refurbishment in 2029 and possibly 2030. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Energy Briefing: The global race for industrial metals and new energy minerals Strategic angle: An in-depth look at the competition for essential resources in the energy sector. Editorial Staff Mar 25
Politics 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
Energy Briefing: Asia looks to COVID-era playbook to tackle fuel crisis Strategic angle: Asia is revisiting strategies from the COVID-19 pandemic to address the ongoing fuel crisis. Editorial Staff Mar 25