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Briefing: Laser-modified graphene enables molecule-thick films to grow only where needed

Strategic angle: Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä and Aalto University have developed a new method based on laser modification for localized growth of metal-organic materials.

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Briefing: The Rarest Emira Coming To America Has A Name From The Dark Side

Strategic angle: The 2026 Emira brings back a name last seen on the 2009 Exige and pairs it with Cup 2 tires and sport suspension.

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Briefing: RNA-guided CRISPR system activates gene expression

Strategic angle: Researchers from Purdue and Columbia University unveil a new gene-editing system that enhances gene activation capabilities.

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Briefing: 'I Thought I Had Time': Woman Goes To Pep Boys For Tire Rotation. Then She Confesses Something To The Worker And He Laughs At Her

Strategic angle: 'So now my car is making a funny smell...'

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Briefing: Trump cuts exacerbate budget fights in red states

Strategic angle: Budgetary conflicts intensify as Trump administration cuts impact red state finances.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Briefing: Workers everywhere feel very bad about their job security

Strategic angle: A growing sense of insecurity among workers is raising concerns about the job market.

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Briefing: Lyft rolls out driver-relief program as US fuel prices climb

Strategic angle: Lyft introduces a new initiative to support drivers amid rising fuel costs.