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Why Saudi Arabia is muscling in on the world of anime
Under the Radar The anime industry is the latest focus of the kingdom’s ‘soft power’ portfolio
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Is the Chinese embassy a national security risk?
Today’s Big Question Keir Starmer set to approve London super-complex, despite objections from MPs and security experts
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Are we close to World War Three?
In Depth Trump’s brand of ‘narcissistic unilateralism’ has ‘increased risks of global conflict’
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Trump, Iran trade threats as protest deaths rise
Speed Read The death toll in Iran has surpassed 500
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EU-Mercosur mega trade deal: 25 years in the making
The Explainer Despite opposition from France and Ireland among others, the ‘significant’ agreement with the South American bloc is set to finally go ahead
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Maduro’s capture: two hours that shook the world
Talking Point Evoking memories of the US assault on Panama in 1989, the manoeuvre is being described as the fastest regime change in history
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Unrest in Iran: how the latest protests spread like wildfire
In the Spotlight Deep-rooted discontent at the country’s ‘entire regime’ and economic concerns have sparked widespread protest far beyond Tehran
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Iran cuts internet as protests escalate
Speed Reada Government buildings across the country have been set on fire
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What do the people of Greenland want for their future?
As Europe prevaricates over US threats for annexation there is a unifying feeling of self-determination among Greenlanders
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The elite falcon trade in the Middle East
Under the Radar Popularity of the birds of prey has been ‘soaring’ despite doubts over the legality of sourcing and concerns for animal welfare
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US nabs ‘shadow’ tanker claimed by Russia
Speed Read The ship was one of two vessels seized by the US military
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Trump pulls US from key climate pact, other bodies
Speed Read The White House removed dozens of organizations from US participation
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What is the Donroe Doctrine?
The Explainer Donald Trump has taken a 19th century US foreign policy and turbocharged it
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Is social media over?
Today’s Big Question We may look back on 2025 as the moment social media jumped the shark
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