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Briefing: Why do Catholics and Orthodox celebrate Easter on different dates?

Strategic angle: To understand the differing dates of Easter celebrations, we must look back over 400 years to a time when ten days simply didn't exist.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: 'People's Republic' rumors: Does an Estonian city really want to join Russia?

Strategic angle: The Estonian city of Narva is on Europe's eastern border, right next to Russia. Recently there have been online rumors that some locals want to secede from Estonia and join Russia. What's really happening?

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Middle East War live: Rescued crew member from downed US fighter jet 'safe and sound,' says Trump

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump announced the successful recovery of an airman downed in Iran during a daring rescue operation.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: ‘Transformation into life’: Your dead body could become ‘beautiful’ soil thanks to terramation

Strategic angle: Is rebirth on your mind this Easter? Human composting turns your body into ‘beautiful, stunning’ soil when you die.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Cocoa shortage: Why your Easter chocolate costs more than before

Strategic angle: Cocoa and chocolate prices in Europe have surged ahead of Easter, driven by fragile supply chains.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Pollen is here to stay as seasons get longer. Here’s how to protect yourself

Strategic angle: With pollen season starting earlier and lasting longer across Europe, allergy sufferers face a growing annual challenge, but a few small habits can make a difference.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Germany's New Religious Diversity

Strategic angle: As Christian churches decline, new religious buildings emerge, reflecting the diverse faiths brought by immigrants.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: How 'The Camp of the Saints' became the far right's cult novel, from the Le Pens to MAGA

Strategic angle: Since its publication in 1973, Jean Raspail's novel has shaped the imagination of ideologues who oppose immigration.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Cambodia unveils statue to honour famous landmine-sniffing rat

Strategic angle: The statue honours the late African giant pouched rat who sniffed out more than 100 landmines during his lifetime.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Le Duc brings the fresh taste of the sea to Paris

Strategic angle: A family-run institution known for delicate fish recipes draws loyal patrons.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: 'Retirees are no happier than working people'

Strategic angle: Columnist Béatrice Madeline discusses a study revealing that retirement does not guarantee happiness, often sought as an escape from tough working conditions.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

Politics

Briefing: Man charged over fatal shooting of baby in pram in New York

Strategic angle: Two men have been arrested over the shooting of a seven-month-old baby in Williamsburg.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: Photographer Francesca Allen Celebrates the Power of Long Hair in Lithuania

Strategic angle: In 2024, British photographer Francesca Allen traveled to Kaunas, Lithuania, to attend an annual competition honoring the country's longest hair, a symbol of female power.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: The man who became one of India's greatest stage queens

Strategic angle: Chapal Bhaduri was Bengal’s biggest stage queen - until women arrived and the spotlight moved on.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: German researchers set right the story of a 9,000-year-old shaman's grave

Strategic angle: New analysis reveals the politicization of a shaman's grave discovery in Nazi Germany was based on incorrect narratives.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make a deal as search continues for missing US pilot

US President Donald Trump warns Tehran of dire consequences if a deal is not reached within 48 hours amid ongoing search efforts for a downed American pilot.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: Poland's border with Belarus sees decrease in illegal immigration attempts by 96%

Strategic angle: The Polish government attributes the significant drop in illegal crossings to effective migration policies and enhanced border security.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: Search for missing airman presents serious test for US

Strategic angle: The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: Data center boom poses early challenge for New Jersey’s affordability agenda

Strategic angle: The rapid expansion of data centers in New Jersey raises concerns about the state's affordability initiatives.

Editorial Staff Apr 4

Politics

Briefing: US pilot missing as Iran says it never ruled out talks

Strategic angle: Iran maintains open channels for dialogue amid the search for a missing US pilot.

Editorial Staff Apr 4