Briefing: Israel expects Lebanon offensive to outlast Iran conflict
Strategic angle: IDF preparing extended campaign against militant group Hizbollah, according to people familiar with discussions
Editorial Staff Mar 10
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Briefing: The handymen and drivers keeping Tehran running
Strategic angle: Even under bombardment, workers across Iran’s capital are delivering food and fixing potholes
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Bombing of Iran’s oil infrastructure to have major environmental fallout, experts warn
Strategic angle: Experts caution that the ongoing conflict and bombings will lead to significant long-term environmental damage.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Windows: Microsoft broke the only thing that mattered
Strategic angle: A critical look at Microsoft's recent changes to Windows that have sparked widespread concern among developers.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Over-the-Counter Oral Contraceptive Pills Approved
Strategic angle: FDA approves Opill, marking a significant change in access to oral contraceptives in the U.S.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Marine Gora rules over Coyote, a queer saloon in Paris
Strategic angle: The 34-year-old entrepreneur created Coyote, a Western-themed venue designed to welcome the LGBTQIA+ community.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: 'This is not our war': Lebanese people voice anger against Hezbollah
Strategic angle: Displaced by Israeli bombings, tens of thousands of Lebanese seek refuge, raising tensions in Christian neighborhoods.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Europe rallies around Cyprus days after the Iran war’s first drone attack on EU territory
Strategic angle: European nations show solidarity with Cyprus following a significant escalation in the Iran conflict.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: SGA ties mark for consecutive 20-point games
Strategic angle: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has tied Wilt Chamberlain's record by scoring at least 20 points in 126 consecutive games.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Kelce to play on while Chiefs move for Super Bowl MVP
Travis Kelce will return for another season with the Kansas City Chiefs, who have also agreed a deal to sign Kenneth Walker, according to reports.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: This Car Is Powered By Vapes, But Not The Way You Think
Strategic angle: Free energy is tempting, but don't try this at home.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Bundaberg residents told to evacuate immediately amid major flooding in parts of Queensland
Strategic angle: The BoM has forecast flooding of the Burnett River at Bundaberg could rise to 7.5 metres by midnight.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Large French cities see prices rise again as house prices surge
Strategic angle: According to the LPI-IAD barometer, most French cities experienced price increases in 2025, especially in major metropolitan areas.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Spark Plugs Probably Shouldn't Be Made Out Of Pencils, But That's Not Stopping People
Strategic angle: Can you really use a pencil to replace the inside of a spark plug? One intrepid group of experimenters decided to find out what would happen if you tried.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: A 1,817 HP Hennessey With Just 681 Miles Is Already Pulling $2M Bids
Strategic angle: One of the most extreme hypercars built in the US is already changing hands after barely being driven.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Israel's double-edged ambitions in Lebanon
Strategic angle: The Israeli army aims to weaken Hezbollah but risks increasing civilian casualties and restoring legitimacy for its adversaries.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Have Turbos And Hybrids Closed The Difference Between Small Block And Big Block V8s?
Strategic angle: The saying goes, "There is no replacement for displacement." But can adding a turbocharger or a hybrid's electric motor(s) let small block V8s match big blocks?
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Trump’s Russian oil waiver offers little relief for India
Strategic angle: US permission to buy ‘on-water’ crude leaves Indian refiners still facing Middle East supply shock
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Scout Now Says Deliveries Won’t Begin Until 2028
Strategic angle: Scout's launch continues to get messy and the latest move will likely alienate customers.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Venezuelan lawmakers advance mining reforms sought by US
Strategic angle: Legislative progress on mining reforms in Venezuela aligns with US interests.
Editorial Staff Mar 10