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.
Briefing: Pharmalittle: Insights on TrumpRx and Wegovy
Strategic angle: Exploring expectations around TrumpRx and a new high-dose version of Wegovy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.'
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.
Briefing: Trump caught unprepared by escalation of war with Iran
Strategic angle: The American president struggles to justify US-Israeli intervention amid rising tensions.
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.
Briefing: From mall to torture site: The debate over El Helicoide's future in Venezuela
Strategic angle: Once a futuristic shopping mall, El Helicoide became one of Venezuela's most feared prisons. Now, as the country changes, so does its fate — erase it, rebuild it, or remember what happened inside.
Briefing: Podcast: Is Europe's biggest political party shifting too far to the right?
Strategic angle: The European People's Party (EPP) celebrated its 50th anniversary this week amid reports that party boss Manfred Weber has been flirting with the far right, despite a firewall meant to prevent this.
Briefing: Missile Strikes Near Russian TV Crew in Lebanon
Strategic angle: A missile hit close to a Russian state TV crew during a live broadcast, injuring the reporter and cameraman.
Briefing: Early Southwest heat is latest in parade of weather extremes as Earth warms
Strategic angle: The dangerous heat wave shattering March records all over the U.S. Southwest highlights the increasing frequency of extreme weather due to global warming.
Briefing: Brazil Hesitates as U.S. Pushes Rare Earths Partnership
Strategic angle: Concerns arise as Brazil weighs the implications of a rare earths partnership with the U.S.
Briefing: Tobacco could get a boost from the farm bill. How does that square with MAHA?
Strategic angle: The farm bill shows politicians catering to the agriculture industry risk losing the support of MAHA while running afoul of public health goals.
Briefing: Unilever in talks to sell food division to spice and sauce maker McCormick
Strategic angle: Consumer goods giant considers offloading unit worth tens of billions of dollars as it pivots to beauty and personal care.