Briefing: Trump cuts exacerbate budget fights in red states
Strategic angle: Budgetary conflicts intensify as Trump administration cuts impact red state finances.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
North America
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Briefing: Why some reefs recover faster than others—mathematical model spotlights coral recruitment patterns
Strategic angle: A new mathematical model reveals insights into coral recruitment patterns, shedding light on reef recovery dynamics amid climate-driven disturbances.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Plastic washing at recycling plants can spike phthalates in wastewater, study suggests
Strategic angle: A new study reveals that cleaning plastics at recycling facilities may lead to increased levels of harmful chemicals in wastewater.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Cyclists, A BMW, A Corvette, And A Bottle Turned A California Bike Lane Into A Mess Nobody Walks Away From Clean
Strategic angle: Footage from Orange County shows drivers and cyclists clashing in a confrontation that could have ended far worse.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Shell-cracking turtles defied mass extinction at the end of the Cretaceous period
Strategic angle: The mass extinction at the boundary between the Cretaceous and Paleogene periods was catastrophic, wiping out much of life on Earth.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: California considers seal of approval for foods that are not ultra-processed
Strategic angle: A California bill would allow 'not ultraprocessed' labels on foods, even as scientists debate definitions and courts question the legality of similar laws.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Phils' Crawford, son of ex-major leaguer, to start
Strategic angle: Rookie Justin Crawford, the son of ex-major leaguer Carl Crawford, will be the starting center fielder for the Philadelphia Phillies as this season gets underway.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: KU's Self denies retirement rumors as 'bad info'
Strategic angle: Kansas coach Bill Self addresses speculation about his future with the Jayhawks.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Can you monitor a situation without monitors? The Polymarket sports bar tried
Strategic angle: Attendees wait in line outside the Situation Room by Polymarket pop-up bar in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Why it's the Dodgers' world -- and the rest of MLB is just living in it
Strategic angle: From a rare three-peat quest to the looming labor war, the 2026 season revolves around Los Angeles.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Trump says he could send National Guard to airports 'for more help'
Strategic angle: President Donald Trump is considering deploying the National Guard to assist at airports amid TSA officer shortages.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Rare mountain gorilla twins born in DR Congo: park authorities
Strategic angle: In a rare occurrence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, twin mountain gorillas were recently born in the Virunga National Park, renowned for its biodiversity but threatened by conflict.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: A captive chimp's instrumental performances hint at the evolution of vocal externalization
Strategic angle: Ayumu, a 26-year-old chimpanzee, showcases musical talent, shedding light on human vocal evolution.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: The Aston Martin Vanquish Celebrates 25 Years Of Beautiful Speed
Strategic angle: The flagship super GT has evolved across three generations, delivering serious style and excellent performance.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Meta and Google liable for social media harm to kids mental health in landmark US case
Strategic angle: Jury awards $3mn in damages with Instagram owner to pay the majority
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Nintendo is going to charge less for digital Switch 2 games
Strategic angle: Nintendo announces reduced pricing for digital titles on the upcoming Switch 2.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Subaru Finally Connects Its Two Best Ideas In One Vehicle
Strategic angle: The first Wilderness Hybrid debuts at the New York Auto Show and will likely be based on the Forester.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Yanks' Cole to start season on 15-day IL, not 60
Strategic angle: Yankees ace Gerrit Cole was placed on the 15-day injured list before Wednesday's season opener against San Francisco rather than the 60-day IL.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: Beyond scale and verticalisation: Why payments leaders must think diagonally
Strategic angle: Payments leaders need to adopt a diagonal approach to navigate the evolving financial landscape.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: LaGuardia's Runway Warning System Didn't Activate Before Fatal Crash Because The Firetruck Didn't Have A Transponder
Strategic angle: Investigation reveals critical failure in safety protocols at LaGuardia Airport.
Editorial Staff Mar 25