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Explainer
Guam’s crucial role in the fight to protect Taiwan
The tiny American island territory could be where a future war with China begins
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Map explainer
Why Ethiopia’s port deal with Somaliland fuels tensions
New conflict is brewing in one of the most war-torn parts of the world
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Explainer
Which countries get the best night’s sleep?
Our lie-in-dex reveals the truth beneath the duvet
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Ukraine war
Zelensky explains why he won’t negotiate with Putin
Ukraine’s president speaks to our Editor-in-chief
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The World Ahead
Will the BRICS challenge America in 2024?
The economic bloc wants to compete with America for dominance
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The World Ahead
Could industry go green at last in 2024?
Tech startups help tackle some of the biggest polluters
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The World Ahead
Which mode of transport will take off in 2024?
The imminent rise of the super-size drone
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The World Ahead
Why Taiwan’s election could have global implications
Voters in America will also shape the consequences
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