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The three-hundred seventy-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Israel pounds Gaza with fiercest air strikes ever, says border secured Israel’s ambassador in Brussels calls on EU allies to help contain war Hamas says will kill hostages if Israeli attacks on Gaza civilians continue Revealed: Amazon linked to trafficking of workers in Saudi Arabia Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial resuming with ex-CFO Allen Weisselberg on the witness stand Who's going to be the next speaker of the House? Republicans are scrambling to crown a new leader. Oregon pugs don Taylor Swift costumes for annual 'Pug Crawl' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Ukraine heads into winter with a hobbled energy system US shoots down Turkish drone over Syria after attacks near Hasakah Trump allegedly shared potentially sensitive information about US nuclear subs with Australian billionaire Blinken: US and EU need legal frameworks to seize Russian assets Biden attacked from both sides over new Texas border wall Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi wins the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting women’s oppression Customs officials seize giraffe poop from traveler at Minnesota airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Poland election turns Germany into punchbag, straining Western alliance What is at stake in Poland’s election? Vote to oust McCarthy is a warning sign for democracy, scholars say Russia launches more drone attacks as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy travels to a European forum Ukraine is ‘freaking out’ as McCarthy chaos threatens US aid Biden approves new section of border wall as Mexico crossings rise UK warns of Russia laying ‘sea mines’ to deter Black Sea cargo ships Dog caught behind the wheel of speeding car in Slovakia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: McCarthy out as speaker Kevin McCarthy is out as speaker of the House. Here’s what’s next. Judge issues gag order in fraud case after Trump assails staffer on social media EU set to announce Ukraine accession talks by December Egypt faces scrutiny in US after Senator Menendez’s bribery indictment India's spies infiltrated West long before Canada's murder claim Stunt driver breaks world record on two wheels in Italy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Donald Trump says he will be in courtroom for New York trial scrutinizing his business practices Biden vows to stand by Ukraine, despite budget fiasco Laphonza Butler to fill Dianne Feinstein’s vacant Senate seat, Newsom office says EU foreign ministers arrive in Kyiv to talk weapons Leaked doc shows Biden admin is more worried about Ukraine corruption than it says publicly Taiwan investigating accusation submarine program details leaked Emotional support alligator barred from attending Phillies game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Pakistan: At least 50 killed, dozens injured in Mastung blast Putin discusses Ukraine war with top Wagner commander Troshev The far right has been feuding with McCarthy for weeks. Here’s how it’s spiraling into a shutdown. Ukraine makes clear it won’t accept second-class EU membership Blinken meeting Indian counterpart amid fallout over Sikh leader’s killing Biden delivers unusually sharp rebuke of Trump on democracy Australian strongman pulls 44,753-pound hydraulic crane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Second Republican debate: The biggest moments from debate stage Partial US government shutdown just four days away as congressional standoff continues North Korea changes constitution to boost nuclear arsenal growth France isolated on post-Brexit electric vehicle tariffs Iraq’s Nineveh buries its dead as families seek answers after wedding fire US soldier who fled to North Korea in July lands at Texas military base 'Shrek's Swamp' listed for a weekend stay on Airbnb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians rush to flee Nagorno-Karabakh How did the Maui fire spread so quickly? Overgrown gully, stubborn embers may be key to probe More than 100 people killed after fire breaks out at Iraq wedding After Brexit, Britain and Europe embrace ever-closer union What is the Khalistan movement? How is it linked to India-Canada tensions? Donald Trump liable for business fraud, says judge in New York civil case Canadian man eats 135 Carolina reaper peppers in one sitting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: At least 20 killed in Nagorno-Karabakh fuel depot blast as thousands flee FBI warned prominent US Sikhs of threats after murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada Tensions rise between Germany and Poland as Scholz mulls border checks Biden, Trump to woo union workers in Michigan as auto strikes grow 7 candidates have qualified for the 2nd Republican presidential debate. Here’s who missed the cut Russia seeks to rejoin UN's human rights council Australian man fined for taking pet snake surfing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Exclusive: Taliban weighs using U.S. mass surveillance plan, met with China's Huawei Punjab’s Sikhs fear fallout from Canada-India row at home and abroad France to withdraw ambassador, troops from Niger after coup: Macron Nagorno-Karabakh exodus grows as Armenia warns of ‘ethnic cleansing’ How the UAW strike is rewriting Biden’s strike strategy Finland Raced to Join NATO. What Happens Next Is Complicated. Hollywood writers in deal to end US studio strike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Canada's Trudeau wants India to cooperate in murder probe, declines to release evidence Zelenskyy delivers upbeat message to US lawmakers on war progress as some Republican support softens Kim Jong Un calls for relationship with Russia to reach 'new high level' after trip Europe blinks amid calls to stop backing Ukraine Joe Biden raised Canadian Sikh separatist’s murder with Modi at G20: Media Five to be charged in UK with spying for Russia Canadian dog removes socks from 21 feet for Guinness World Record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Poland stops sending weapons to Ukraine amid grain fight, Warsaw says India suspends visas for Canadians as row escalates Russia strikes Ukrainian energy facilities in biggest attack in weeks Qatar’s separate talks with Iran, US on drones, nuclear programme: Report Zelenskyy returns to Washington to face growing dissent among Republicans to US spending for Ukraine Biden announces $600m for more free Covid-19 tests in anticipation of surge Pennsylvania school district welcomes 17 sets of twins to 'twin-dergarten' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm Ukraine’s Fight Is the World’s, Zelensky Tells U.N. Assembly Tory row erupts as Rishi Sunak eyes rollback of key green plans India's opposition Congress dismisses Canada's suspicions on Sikh leader's murder 2 years ago, the Taliban banned girls from school. It’s a worsening crisis for all Afghans Analysis: Is Turkey’s bid for EU membership over? Police find pig wandering loose on Bacon Creek Road Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Iran prisoner swap: US citizens freed in $6bn deal At UN, Biden looks to send message to world leaders - and voters - about leadership under his watch UAW, automakers remain far apart four days into strike Europe’s China electric vehicle probe risks collateral damage India, Canada expel diplomats over accusations Delhi killed Sikh separatist Libyans protest against authorities in flood-hit Derna Most unusual pet insurance claims of 2023 include folding couch incident Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Biden as Congress debates $24bn in aid Shuffle of Russian military chiefs preceded death of Wagner boss Prigozhin Flooding death toll soars to 11,300 in Libya’s coastal city of Derna Macron skips UN General Assembly amid busy diplomatic schedule U.S. auto workers target Detroit Three with first simultaneous strike Li Shangfu: Top US envoy questions China defence minister’s absence Circus performer breaks world record with eight flaming hula hoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Zelenskyy heading to New York to court the rest of the world No sign of Kim Jong Un as his Russia visit continues and Seoul expresses concern over Putin meetings House punts on Pentagon bill, an ominous sign as shutdown looms Beijing blasts 'protectionist' EU probe as China EV stocks slip Rogue Russian pilot tried to shoot down RAF aircraft in 2022 Senate subpoenas Saudi’s $700bn sovereign wealth fund over US dealings ‘Just Ken’ no more? Barbie sidekick among 12 finalists for National Toy Hall of Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Von der Leyen invokes ‘call of history’ as she backs EU membership for Ukraine Kim Jong Un meets Putin in Russia as missiles launch from North Korea Morocco earthquake deaths cross 2,900 as rescuers comb small towns Americans can now get an updated COVID-19 vaccine Why do Kevin McCarthy's Republicans want to impeach Joe Biden now? More than 5,000 presumed dead in Libya after catastrophic flooding breaks dams and sweeps away homes Peru doctors save toddler who swallowed eight medical needles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Rural residents in Morocco grapple with the earthquake’s deadly aftermath Thousands feared dead as flooding sweeps Libya World Bank spent billions of dollars backing fossil fuels in 2022, study finds Von der Leyen’s non-campaign kicks off How Kim Jong Un’s meeting with Putin could shake up North Korea-Russia relations Trump lawyers seek recusal of judge in DC presiding over federal election subversion case Police called to yoga class mistaken for ‘mass killing’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixtieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden meets Li Qiang, says China economic 'crisis' makes Taiwan invasion less likely The United States marks 22 years since 9/11, from ground zero to Alaska Kim Jong Un reportedly en route to Russia as Vladimir Putin arrives in Vladivostok for potential meeting Disgraced football chief Luis Rubiales resigns over World Cup kiss scandal Russia hails unexpected G20 'milestone' as Ukraine fumes Earthquake in Morocco: Rescuers Reach Remote Mountain Villages as Aid Trickles In Novak Djokovic tops Daniil Medvedev to win US Open, 24th major 'As many as I can': Coco Gauff not putting number on Slam goal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: G20 members struggle for consensus on Ukraine as India gears up for summit Biden, Modi look to continue tightening US-India relations amid shared concerns about China ‘Goal is destruction of Ukraine’: ex-defense minister warns west of Putin’s aim Elon Musk sabotaged Ukrainian attack on Russian fleet in Crimea by turning off Starlink, new book says N Korea heralds ‘new chapter’ with ‘tactical nuclear attack’ submarine Peter Navarro: Ex-Trump adviser convicted of contempt of Congress 7-year-old makes 2.95-carat discovery at Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: US to arm Kyiv with depleted uranium tank shells Mexico ends federal ban on abortion, but patchwork of state restrictions remains EU enlargement chief backs 2030 deadline Russian Missile Strike Kills At Least 17 In East Ukraine, Overshadowing Blinken Visit At least 32 civilians killed in Sudan army attacks Prosecutors seeking new indictment for Hunter Biden before end of September Road runner: Emu on the loose in southeastern Mass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: UK to declare Russia's Wagner a terrorist organization Blinken visits Ukraine in show of support as counteroffensive grinds on In Its First Monopoly Trial of Modern Internet Era, U.S. Sets Sights on Google Ukraine’s democratic dilemma: When to hold elections Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio jailed for 22 years for Capitol riot India’s prime minister uses the G20 summit to advertise his global reach and court voters at home Bear breaks into Florida family's screen porch, drinks three White Claws Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: Kim Jong Un 'to visit Putin for weapons talks' Ukrainian intercepts show Russian soldiers’ anger at losses, disarray Pakistan in uproar as protests over soaring energy prices turn violent Russia ready to restart grain deal if sanctions lifted, Putin tells Erdoğan Burning Man mass exodus begins after flooding trapped desert revelers Congress returns to try to stave off a government shutdown while GOP weighs impeachment inquiry 2 workers arrested for digging shortcut through Great Wall of China Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the episode: Exclusive: China's Xi likely to skip G20 summit in India Drone Downed Near Moscow As Heavy Fighting Continues In Ukraine's South, East Deadly Tropical Storm Idalia floods parts of South Carolina, including Charleston, after pummeling Florida A building fire in Johannesburg leaves at least 73 dead, many of them homeless, authorities say Trump dismissive as New York attorney general accuses him of inflating his net worth by $2 billion Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader Watch: Australian woman's talented horse, sheep earn world records for tricks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this Episode: G20: Ukrainian drones attack Russian airport in large-scale raids on six regions Hurricane Idalia intensifies to a dangerous Category 4 hurricane ahead of its landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast Canada, citing potential dangers, warns LGBTQ travelers of US risks China map: India lodges 'strong protest' over territory claims Mutinous soldiers in Gabon say they've ousted president whose family has ruled for 55 years Russia says no to international probe into Prigozhin crash Giant inflatable ducks make a mysterious return to Maine harbor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: G20: Putin tells India PM Modi he will not attend Delhi summit Mark Meadows testifies in bid to move Georgia election case to federal court Iraq executes three for 2016 ISIL blast that killed hundreds Europe’s largest fire on record sparks hunt for scapegoats in Greece Imran Khan's graft conviction suspended by Pakistan court, lawyer says The Kremlin says Putin is not planning to attend Wagner chief Prigozhin’s burial Idaho restaurant assembles world's longest Philly cheesesteak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine says it liberates strategic southeastern settlement First test in Georgia v. Trump: Can prosecutors keep home-court advantage? Biden’s course for U.S. on trade breaks with Clinton and Obama Spanish football reels from sexism crisis Papua New Guinea to open Israel embassy in Jerusalem Evergrande: Shares in the crisis-hit Chinese developer plunge by 80% Simone Biles wins a record 8th US Gymnastics title a full decade after her first Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump surrenders at Fulton County Jail for his first mug shot Russia says Ukraine fired missile towards Moscow, hit Crimea with drones Europe is cracking down on Big Tech. This is what will change when you sign on Crack cocaine floods Brussels as alarm sounds over safety in EU capital ‘A wall of BRICS’: The significance of adding six new members to the bloc Greece wildfires: 79 people arrested for arson Teenage Hunter Punches Brown Bear, Saves Dad from Life-Threatening Attack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fiftieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Wagner boss Prigozhin killed in jet crash in Russia Ramaswamy, DeSantis, Pence: Who came out on top at the Republican debate? Saudi Arabia, Iran to join BRICS as group admits six new members Fukushima wastewater released into the ocean, China bans all Japanese seafood Trump set to surrender at Georgia jail on charges that he sought to overturn 2020 election Ethiopia to investigate mass killing of migrants near Saudi border Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft lands on the moon in 'victory cry of a new India' Teen fishing on Minnesota lake reels in cash-stuffed wallet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: At a Much-Watched BRICS Summit, Putin Tries to Rally Support Fighting for army base rages for third day in Sudan’s capital Khartoum India counts down to crucial moon landing How Russian hackers targeted NATO’s Vilnius summit Republican debate: The candidates taking to the stage for Trump-less showdown Rumors swirl after Xi Jinping fails to give key Brics speech Officer pulls two cups off skunk's head in Maine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: US citizens urged to leave Belarus immediately South Africa’s Ramaphosa welcomes China’s Xi ahead of BRICS summit Maui confronts the challenge of finding more than 800 missing people after the deadly wildfires Biden tours Maui's 'overwhelming' wildfire devastation, pledges long-term support Japan to release Fukushima water into ocean starting Aug. 24 Donald Trump says he will surrender to Fulton county authorities on Thursday Ukraine finalizes deal with insurers to cover Black Sea grain ships Sunflower field owners ask visitors to stop taking nude photos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Two injured in Ukrainian drone attack in Moscow region, nearly 50 flights disrupted Southern California braces for more floods as tropical storm soaks region from coast to desert Ally of former leftist Ecuador president to face tycoon’s son in runoff election Donald Trump confirms he will skip Republican presidential debates Russian spacecraft crashes into the moon Saudi guards kill, abuse refugees at border with Yemen: HRW Olga Carmona nets winner as Spain edge England to lift WWC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump asks to push Jan. 6 trial beyond 2024 election — to April 2026 Drone attack hits building in central Moscow At Camp David Summit, Japan, South Korea and U.S. Present a United Front Maui's chief of emergency management resigns amid criticism U.S. gives final approval allowing F-16 training for Ukraine to begin Xi Jinping to make state visit to South Africa, attend BRICS summit Pennsylvania 6-year-old named 2023 Kids Mullet Champion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Maui officials defend decision not to sound sirens during wildfire Georgia prosecutor seeks March trial date for Trump and 18 others in election case US promises ‘new era’ as Biden prepares to host first summit with Japan and South Korea Spanish leader Pedro Sánchez wins vital lifeline from Catalan separatists Taliban’s ties with Pakistan fraying amid mounting security concerns More than 60 migrants feared dead at sea off Cape Verde coast New Jersey power outage caused by falling fish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: In Georgia and federal indictments, two vastly different approaches Cargo ship leaves Ukrainian port despite Russian threat of attack Experts Scrutinize Hawaiian Electric as They Search for the Maui Wildfire Cause UK banks shun companies trading with Ukraine North Korea asserts US soldier Travis King crossed border after becoming disillusioned with America More than a dozen Niger soldiers killed in attack near Mali border Spain advance to Women's World Cup final, eliminate Sweden after a thrilling, rapid-fire, three-goal ending Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump, allies charged with racketeering scheme over bid to subvert election in Georgia Hawaii residents fear losing Lahaina as fires make housing crisis worse Russia air strikes target western Ukraine, three killed Russia expected to hike interest rates to curb ruble’s slide Israeli forces kill 2 Palestinians in raid on occupied West Bank South Korea’s Yoon calls for strong security cooperation with US, Japan ahead of Camp David summit Massapequa wins New York’s first Little League Softball title: ‘It means everything’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Maui officials and scientists warn that after the flames flicker out, toxic particles will remain Hawaii wildfires: deadliest US blaze in a century kills at least 93 people What We Know About the Trump Election Interference Case in Georgia Argentine far-right outsider Javier Milei posts shock win in primary election Poland arrests 2 Russians after Wagner recruitment posters appear in Kraków Niger military to prosecute Mohamed Bazoum for ‘high treason’ New Covid vaccines are on the way as 'Eris' variant rises Florida scuba diver rescues hooked shark entangled on reef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-forty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden asks Congress for $40 billion to support Ukraine, replenish US disaster aid and bolster border Biden calls China a 'ticking time bomb' over economic troubles Russia’s military push on the eastern front prompts Ukraine to evacuate thousands of civilians Russia shoots for the moon as space race against US heats up Maui fires: Hawaii death toll hits 55, recovery to take years F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots faces delays and uncertainty Cyclist rides 500 miles backward, seeks Guinness World Record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fortieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Russian ‘revenge’ mission: Ukraine braces as Kremlin steps up attacks on recaptured areas Niger military names 21-person cabinet ahead of West African summit Biden bans range of US high tech investments in China citing national security risk Insight: Europe cracks down after rise in 'direct action' climate protests At least 36 people have died on Maui as fires burn through Hawaii, county reports India, Japan, US, Australia hold first Malabar naval exercise off Australia Pigeon survives 80-mile drive stuck in front grille of car Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Russia says it shot down two Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow Win for reproductive rights as Ohio voters reject effort to make it harder to amend state constitution China assures Russia it remains ‘impartial’ on Ukraine war after attending Saudi peace talks UK signs deal with Turkey to tackle small boat gangs Syrian government extends permission for limited UN aid to opposition areas China tips into deflation as efforts to stoke recovery falter Fitness: Fewer than 5,000 steps a day enough to boost health - study Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine declares war on Russia’s Black Sea shipping European scientists make it official. July was the hottest month on record by far Russians tied to Putin or military sidestep sanctions and draw protest Portugal battles wildfires amid third heatwave of the year Israel demolishes refugee camp home of alleged Palestinian attacker Exclusive: India bars makers of military drones from using Chinese parts Black bear burglar Hank the Tank captured, heading to Colorado sanctuary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Niger coup: Junta shuts airspace citing military intervention threat Trump says he will seek a recusal, venue change in Jan. 6 case Biden administration sued over asylum appointment app that ‘does not work’ Drone attack on tanker shows Kyiv’s intent to hit Russian energy shipments Ukraine says U.S and German air defence systems 'highly effective' U.S. companies are buying less from China as relations remain tense Lack of goals bounces USWNT from World Cup earlier than ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump pleads not guilty to charges that he conspired to overturn 2020 election Niger’s Bazoum warns of ‘devastating’ fallout for world if coup succeeds Russian warship damaged after Ukraine attacks Novorossiysk naval base, sources say Biden administration rule restricting asylum can remain in place, court rules 14 Injured in Car Rampage and Stabbing Near Seoul Two US Navy sailors arrested on charges of sharing secrets with China Emu captured after two weeks on the loose in Indiana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump Prepares to Make Familiar Trip to Courthouse, This Time in Washington Niger coup leader defiant as Nigeria cuts power, ECOWAS mulls action Former VP Mike Pence blasts Trump, 'crackpot lawyers' following indictment Turkey fumes as Disney axes founding father series after Armenian outcry Travis King: North Korea confirms custody of US soldier Mongolia to deepen cooperation with US on rare earths, prime minister says Maryland woman blasts a world record-breaking 107-decibel burp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump charged in probe of Jan. 6, efforts to overturn 2020 election Russia strikes Ukraine's Danube port, sending global grain prices higher Niger reopens borders with several neighbors a week after coup Europeans Evacuate Niger Amid Risks of Wider Conflict Pentagon confirms North Korea responded to message about Travis King Shooting at Swedish consulate in Turkey’s Izmir injures one Man wins $1M lottery prize 3 days after announcing his retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: France to begin evacuation for its citizens, EU nationals in coup-hit Niger Russia accuses Ukraine of drone attack on Moscow, hitting a tower for the second time in 3 days Israel’s Supreme Court to hear petitions about law that cuts its power Ukraine’s plan if Russia assassinates Zelenskyy Myanmar junta grants partial pardon to democracy champion Suu Kyi Trump increases Republican primary lead despite swirling legal peril USWNT advances to WWC knockouts after nervy draw with Portugal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Niger coup leaders say ousted gov’t authorized French attack to free Bazoum Trump could be indicted soon in Georgia. Here’s a look at that investigation The war is coming to Russia, Zelenskiy warns after latest drone attack No cease-fire while Ukraine is on the offensive, Putin declares Wagner pauses fighter recruitment and focuses on Africa and Belarus - Prigozhin Britain commits to future North Sea oil and gas licences 'SCHOOL' misspelled as 'SHCOOL' on Massachusetts road Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Donald Trump faces new charges in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. Here’s what to know Power impasse continues in Niger, 48 hours after coup against Bazoum US-Saudi talks amid reports of far-reaching diplomatic plan for Middle East Ukrainian troops liberate southern village, while Russia shoots down drone attack on Moscow Russian, Chinese officials join Kim at North Korea military parade Are arsonists behind Italy's devastating wildfires? More than 200 ponies make annual swim across Virginia channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-thirtieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine sends fresh troops into the battlefield in new push against the Russians Trudeau reshuffles Cabinet in largest overhaul of his government Soldiers in Niger claim to have overthrown President Mohamed Bazoum North Korea's Kim shows off banned missiles to Russian minister Israel’s top court will hear challenges to a law that weakens its power Putin on a charm offensive as Africa-Russia summit kicks off Chinese teen skips rope 374 times in one minute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-twenty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: North Korea: China and Russia in first post-pandemic visits A familiar face for the US as China's Wang returns as foreign minister Savvy politician or ‘hostage’? Netanyahu’s uncertain role in judicial push. Grain dance: What Poland wants in return for its solidarity with Ukraine India’s Modi to face no-confidence vote over Manipur violence Russian fighter jets damage U.S. drone in Syria Escaped goats overrun California neighborhood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices