Money Briefing: Saudi Arabia Sees a Spike to $180 Oil if Energy Shock Persists Past April Strategic angle: An exclusive report from WSJ highlights potential oil price surge. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: Scientists thought ravens followed wolves. They were wrong Strategic angle: New research reveals that ravens are more strategic in finding food than previously believed. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Politics Belarus releases 250 political prisoners as part of US deal Belarus freed 250 political prisoners in its largest release yet, marking a significant humanitarian breakthrough linked to the easing of US sanctions. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Life Briefing: A water solution for drought‑prone South Africa: We designed systems to replenish aquifers Strategic angle: South Africa is the 30th driest country in the world. Over 400 towns rely on aquifers for their water supply. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Money Briefing: Granite Mining Project Sparks Local Debate Strategic angle: A contentious granite mining project is igniting discussions among local residents and stakeholders. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Politics Briefing: 'Nobody can blackmail us': Leaders excoriate Orbán's veto as he tests EU limits Strategic angle: The Hungarian leader ups the rhetoric ahead of an April election, pushing the limits of EU rules close to breaking point. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Money Briefing: Oil retreats as US and allies look to boost supply, unchoke Strait of Hormuz Strategic angle: Oil prices decline as efforts increase to enhance supply and ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Sports Briefing: Cavs' Mitchell sits vs. Bulls with bruised eye Strategic angle: Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell will miss the game against the Chicago Bulls due to a bruised left eye. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Sports Briefing: LeBron ties Parish's record with 1,611th game Strategic angle: LeBron James matched Robert Parish's all-time NBA games played record, earning praise from the Hall of Famer. Editorial Staff Mar 20
Sports Briefing: Nets say Porter Jr. out 2-3 weeks due to hammy Strategic angle: Michael Porter Jr. will miss at least two weeks with a strained left hamstring, potentially sidelining the Nets' leading scorer for the remainder of the season. Editorial Staff Mar 20