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The one hundred and eighty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode North Korea fires ICBM with range to reach the United States Russia launches missile barrage on Ukraine as 1st snow falls Traces of explosives found at Nord Stream pipelines, Sweden says Mohammed bin Salman: Saudi leader given US immunity over Khashoggi killing India launches first privately made space rocket Three men sentenced to life in prison over downing of flight MH17 in 2014 Peru reports first severe bird-flu outbreak Car repair manual returned to Minnesota library 47 years late Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and eighty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Errant missile that hit Poland likely came from Ukraine, NATO and Warsaw say Ukraine, UN Announce 4-Month Grain Deal Extension North Korea fires missile after threatening ‘fiercer’ step Vicky Bowman: Former UK ambassador among prisoners to be freed in Myanmar Turkish ‘cult leader’ Oktar sentenced to 8,658 years in prison COP27: EU pledges funding for African adaptation, resilience Xi angrily rebukes Trudeau over ‘leaks’ to media about Canada-China relations Council race in Michigan town settled by two pieces of paper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grant and Chris are out on special assignment but rather than leave you without your morning podcast, we thought we'd share with you our most recent bonus brief. We hope you enjoy! In this weekend’s bonus brief DSR Daily Brief Hosts Grant Haver and Chris Cotnoir catch back up with Jenny Town, a Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center and the Director of Stimson’s 38 North Program, to talk about the recent missile tests coming from North Korea. Why has North Korea been this active? How should the U.S. and South Korea respond? What comes next? Find out in this thoughtful (and brief) conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and eighty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Xi, Biden vow to avoid conflict and get China-US relations back on track COP 27: US-China climate restart provides relief to downbeat UN summit Iran issues first death sentence over protests China zero Covid: Violent protests in Guangzhou put curbs under strain Yoon, Biden, Kishida agree to real-time intel sharing Haiti prime minister ousts top officials amid US sanctions Australians rescued from rooftops as floods sweep New South Wales TPLF to ‘disarm’ if Eritrean troops leave Iranian who inspired The Terminal film dies at Paris airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and eighty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Xi, Biden start summit with vow to avoid conflict Istanbul: Six dead, dozens wounded in Turkey explosion Kherson celebrates liberation after 8 months of Russian occupation (PHOTOS) Brussels steps in as Italy and France fight over migrant boats Israeli air strikes in Syria kill two soldiers, wound three Tens of thousands protest Mexican president's electoral reform plan Indonesian officials: Russian FM Lavrov taken to hospital Top, Lite-Brite, Masters of the Universe in toy hall of fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this weekend’s bonus brief DSR Daily Brief Hosts Grant Haver and Chris Cotnoir talk with Alex Stapleton, the Senior Climate Policy Advisor at Foreign Policy for America, to talk about the ongoing COP27 climate summit. What should we expect to come out of the summit? How is the conversation on loss and damage evolving? In the face of inflation and war, will countries prioritize climate? Find out in this thoughtful (and maybe not so brief) conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and eightieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Russian Troops Ordered To Leave Kherson COP27: Sharp rise in fossil fuel industry delegates at climate summit Ethiopia peace talks extended as disarmament, aid discussed KDF troops in DR Congo to cost taxpayer Sh4.5bn in six months EU announces energy support package for Moldova Seven killed in clashes between Philippine Army and Moro rebels Brazil military finds no evidence of election fraud, dashing hopes of Bolsonaro supporters Tesla drivers will be able to make Zoom calls from their car Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode US election: Control of Congress hangs in balance after midterms North Korea fires ballistic missile, says South Korea military COP27: Island nations want China, India to pay for climate damage Myanmar tops Asian summit’s agenda as global issues loom U.S. Livid as Basketball Star Griner Said Moved to Russia Penal Colony Australia moves to block pilots from training Chinese military Italy’s ban on migrant ship is ‘unacceptable,’ French minister says TSA: Handgun found inside raw chicken in luggage at airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Guangzhou’s Covid-19 outbreak deepens as more lockdowns loom in China Trudeau accuses China of 'aggressive' election interference World is on ‘highway to climate hell’, UN chief warns at Cop27 summit Armenia, Azerbaijan hold peace talks with US mediating North denies sending arms to Russia for Ukraine war Sandinistas complete their political domination of Nicaragua Ethiopian gov’t, Tigray forces establish hotline following truce ESPN announcer breaks world record for longest cornhole shot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode North Korea: Missile tests were practice to attack South, US UN climate summit opens with warning against 'backsliding' Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Heavy Russian losses in the east Ethnic tensions flare again in northern Kosovo Uganda targets rebels in DR Congo with air strikes Nicaragua: Ortega's rivals decry local vote clampdown Pollution curbs lifted in India’s capital despite ‘very poor’ air The National Park Service wants humans to stop licking this toad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode U.S. warns North that use of nuclear weapons will 'end' regime Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan shot in leg at protest march Russian Strikes Leave 4.5 Million Without Power in Ukraine Germany's Scholz meets Xi Jinping in China visit Israel Election Final Results: Netanyahu, Jewish Far Right Win Power, Fiasco for Left Colombian $4 billion tax reform becomes law, duties on oil and coal hiked World Cup 2022: Fifa tells all competing nations to 'focus on football' in Qatar Bear wanders into California cafe, steals cookies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode North Korea fires three ballistic missiles Thursday morning Combatants in Ethiopia's Tigray war agree to stop fighting Ukraine war latest: Russia rejoins Black Sea deal, threatens to revoke it again Climate change: No glaciers on Kilimanjaro by 2050 Bolsonaro asks supporters to unblock roads Myanmar court sentences ex-politician to 173 years in prison Mussolini fans get jobs in Meloni’s Italian government She put a stranger on her shoulders at a Phillies rally. Now fans want them to marry.v Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Israel Election Exit Poll: Netanyahu Secures Razor-thin Majority, Shock Triumph for Far Right Bolsonaro breaks election silence but refuses to recognise Lula’s victory North Korea fires ballistic missile in direction of South Korean island Secret Chinese ‘police stations’ to be investigated around Britain Denmark: Ruling Center-left bloc wins razor-thin majority Egypt detains Indian activist on climate march ahead of COP27 Colombia’s President promises to deepen ties with Venezuela BBC tries to understand politics by creating fake Americans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war: Putin suspends Black Sea grain exports deal Russia recruiting U.S.-trained Afghan commandos, vets say Brazil: Truckers block roads as Bolsonaro remains silent Israeli election too close to call as Netanyahu bids for comeback ​​50 countries urge China to release detained Uighurs Costa Rica VP says charged in illegal campaign financing case Poland signs nuclear reactor deal with South Korea That’s scary: Roaches spoil Halloween on suburban street Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Brazil’s Lula to reclaim presidency after beating Bolsonaro Another mass attack on Monday morning: Russia hits energy infrastructure across Ukraine China locks down millions as COVID cases rise before winter 154 die in Halloween crowd crush in Korea's Itaewon Morbi bridge collapse live updates | Death toll rises to 141; Congress demands probe by a retired Supreme Court or High Court judge Somalia Mogadishu bombings: Twin blasts kill 100 in capital World Cup: Qatar evicts thousands of foreign workers from Doha apartment blocks Mondrian painting has been hanging upside down for 75 years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventy-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war: Russia deploys dozens of drones in two days - Zelensky Elon Musk begins Twitter reign by firing CEO, top executives Pyongyang shoots two missiles into East Sea Brazil's Lula keeps lead in roughly stable race against Bolsonaro, two polls show Nigeria: US orders diplomats' families to depart Abuja Done deal: Europe scraps the car engine New Zealand leader Ardern makes rare trip to Antarctica Maine begins removing those naughty license plates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and seventieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Iran protests: Police fire on Mahsa Amini mourners - witnesses Putin oversees first Russian nuclear drill since invasion of Ukraine Ukraine war to speed shift to green energy, IEA says Israel and Lebanon Officially Sign Maritime Border Deal Lee Jae-yong named executive chairman of Samsung Electronics In Mexico, ruling party infighting gets worse Uganda steps up Ebola response as virus infects 109, kills 30 The Newest Card-Carrying Members of AARP: 20-Somethings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Vereshchuk called on Ukrainian refugees to stay abroad until spring 'Chinese police have at least two illegal offices in the Netherlands' U.S., Japan, S. Korea warn of 'unparalleled' response if N. Korea holds nuclear test Google: India orders Google to pay another $113m fine Myanmar crisis deepens, UN envoy warns of ‘catastrophic toll’ High noon for Belfast power-sharing as assembly mounts final bid to avert dissolution Haitian journalist hospitalized after assassination attempt Critically endangered orangutan born at British zoo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Rishi Sunak, Britain’s next PM, inherits a divided party, country and an economy ‘that is rapidly coming off the wheels’ ECB set to double down with another giant rate hike despite political pressure Russia accused of sabotaging Ukraine water pipe to Mykolaiv US targets Nicaragua’s gold sector in latest push against Ortega Myanmar: Junta air strike kills dozens, rebel group says French government overcomes no-confidence votes unscathed but shaken DR Congo troops clash with M23 rebels, 4 civilians killed 10 cows captured, 1 still loose after cattle invade Kentucky golf course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode China congress: Xi cements power by packing top team with loyalists Sunak closes in on No 10 as Johnson pulls out of race Two Koreas exchange warning shots along Northern Limit Line Uganda reports worrisome increase in Ebola cases in capital Russian fighter jet crashes into building in Siberia, killing two Ethiopia, Tigray rebels to begin peace talks in South Africa Bolivian strike over census delay paralyzes agriculture export hub Mystery alligator found wandering loose in Idaho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Liz Truss resigns as PM and triggers fresh leadership election White House says Iranian troops in occupied Crimea support Russian drone strikes against Ukraine Imran Khan disqualified in Toshakhana reference Kishida plans to sign new security declaration while visiting Australia At least 150 killed in ethnic clashes in Sudan's Blue Nile State UN: Colombia coca leaf cultivation at two-decade high Germany gives ground and allows EU to edge toward energy price cap Researchers unveil world's fastest clothes-folding robot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Liz Truss’s government on the brink after Suella Braverman’s parting shot Putin 'imposes' martial law in occupied areas of Ukraine to give proxies more power China defends 'fighting spirit' of Xi's foreign policy UN vote delayed on sanctions to curb Haiti violence, crime Italy begins negotiations on forming new government Beijing steps up Covid-19 measures as cases quadruple Uganda Ebola death toll hits 44 - WHO Snake on a plane causes chaos at Newark Liberty International Airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war latest: Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine’s energy facilities Iranian climber who competed without a hijab met by jubilant crowds in Tehran North shows pique with South's drill by firing artillery Federal forces capture key Tigrayan towns in Ethiopia Ex-UK pilots lured to help Chinese military, MoD says Explosions at Myanmar main prison kill 8: Media Small town in southern Mexico hosts thousands of migrants Are you a mosquito magnet? It could be your smell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode NATO starts nuclear drills amid Russia tensions Russia keeps hitting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, at least 80,000 people left without electricity UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt scraps nearly all government tax cut plans Israel summons ambassador, blasts government over West Jerusalem U.S., Mexico call for Haiti security mission to confront gangs Ethiopia war: Tigray says ready for ceasefire as fighting rages Russian role in Burkina Faso crisis comes under scrutiny The story behind a new book's strange dedication to Toast the cat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Russia launches first-ever kamikaze drone attack on Kyiv Xi Jinping speech: Zero-Covid and zero solutions Liz Truss sacks Kwasi Kwarteng before corporation tax U-turn Unification Church could be stripped of special status after Kishida probe Members of K-pop band BTS to fulfill South Korean military service Brazil's Bolsonaro and Lula spar in first debate of runoff campaign Uganda locks down two districts in bid to check spread of Ebola Nigerian city celebrates its many twins with annual festival Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode China Covid: Rare protest against President Xi before party congress N.Korea Launches Flurry of Provocations Overnight Moscow threatens to exit Black Sea grain deal Palestinian Rivals Hamas and Fatah Agree to Hold Elections After Negotiations in Algeria Palestinian rivals agree on elections to end dispute but doubts persist Nigeria’s university lecturers end eight-month strike Proposed UN resolution would sanction top Haitian gang chief Turkey introduces jail terms for 'disinformation' Fat Bear Week has a 2022 winner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and sixtieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Amid Russian missile terror, NATO pledges more Ukraine aid UK to supply air defence missiles to Ukraine France to provide air defense systems to Ukraine Canada announces $47M in new military aid for Ukraine The Netherlands supplies extra anti-aircraft missiles to Ukraine: book value 15 million euros Putin threatens Europe again as Brussels braces for winter Iran president accuses US of ‘destabilization’ amid protests Lebanon to begin returning refugees to Syria ‘in batches’ India: Supreme Court panel split on hijab ban in schools US and Mexico make deal to ease Venezuela migration China's 20th Communist Party Congress: What you need to know America's next top mullet will soon be crowned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Russia Says Arrested 8 Suspects in Crimean Bridge Blast Poland detects leak on key pipeline carrying Russian oil to Europe Peru's President Castillo accuses prosecutors of a 'coup' Kerala murder: Two women killed in suspected human sacrifice Myanmar court extends Aung San Suu Kyi's prison sentence to 26 years Japan space rocket commanded to self-destruct after launch Revolution for Prosperity wins Lesotho elections but observers flag irregularities Camel takes the drive-through at In-N-Out Burger in Las Vegas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Russia launches biggest air strikes since start of Ukraine war Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Russia Says 3 Killed in Crimea Bridge Blast Lukashenko says Belarus, Russia establish joint regional military command Asia chipmaker shares slide after US curbs on China Panama reports record number of migrants crossing the Darien jungle Lebanon, Israel reach ‘historic agreement’ on maritime borders UN mulls quick foreign troop deployment to ease Haiti crisis Mystery odor stinks up Utah city, cause remains unknown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Nobel Peace Prize: Who is Ales Bialiatski? N.Korean Warplanes Stage Show of Force US strikes in Syria kill top 'IS' leaders Brits warned of winter power cuts if energy supply squeezed further Lebanese banks to close ‘indefinitely’ as hold-ups continue Solomon Islands leader visits Australia after ties sour over Chinese security pact At the OAS, Brazil does not sign a declaration against Russian invasion of Ukraine Man charged with smuggling pythons in his pants at US border Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Thailand mass shooting sees 34 dead at daycare centre North Korea fires ballistic missiles after condemning U.N. meeting Iran protests: Schoolgirls heckle paramilitary speaker Spain’s Sánchez warns Germany that €200B energy plan must not disturb EU single market Somalia pushes on with offensive against al-Shabab despite attack Haiti faces a ‘cholera time bomb’, UN official warns Rash of child deaths in Gambia linked to cough syrups made in India - WHO Ugandan president apologizes for general son who offered 100 cows to marry Giorgia Meloni Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Putin Signs Bill Finalizing Ukraine Land Grab EU agrees oil price cap in new Russia sanctions plan Hyunmoo missile crashes in South Korean base during joint drills AU invites Ethiopia's warring rivals to peace talks Colombia, ELN guerrillas agree to restart peace talks Dozens killed in India after wedding party bus plunges into gorge Spain's government plans to extend free train travel into 2023 British artist covers entire mansion in doodles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan Khamenei Blames Iran Protests on U.S. and 'Zionist Regime' Swedes close area of Baltic Sea around pipeline gas leaks Macron’s chief of staff charged over alleged conflict of interest Colombia, US discuss measures to combat drug trade Lesotho holds elections amid political instability Indonesia police chief, others removed over soccer disaster Super squash: 2,554-pound pumpkin carves out new US record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Real-time Calculation - Track complete coverage of poll results across the country UK’s Kwarteng scraps tax cut after market meltdown Ukraine Forces Recapture Lyman, Key Logistics Hub in Eastern Region Russia says it may restore damaged Nord Stream gas pipelines Burkina Faso coup: Ousted military leader Damiba ‘resigns’ 32 children among the 125 dead in Indonesia soccer stampede, inquiry team to be formed Bosnia election: Reformists gain in vote dominated by ethnic tensions Chesapeake Bay lighthouse auctioned, with strings attached Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Putin to annex areas of Ukraine after 'sham' referendums Eurozone inflation hits record 10%, highest in the history of the euro What you need to know about Bosnia’s general election Prayut to continue as Thai prime minister after court rules on tenure limit Lebanon fails to elect new president as political crisis deepens Lev Tahor Jewish sect members held in Mexico escape Germany introduces €200B gas price cap to counter Russia’s ‘energy war’ Stray dog caught on camera trying to steal from toy store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fifty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Nord Stream: Sweden finds new leak in Russian gas pipeline U.S. pledges to double rocket launchers for Ukraine Trial of elderly Rwanda genocide suspect opens at UN court Mexico is world’s deadliest spot for environmental activists All women have right to safe, legal abortion: India’s top court Kuwait heads to polls in second legislative election in two years World Cup 2022: Denmark to wear 'toned down' jerseys in protest at hosts Qatar Fish fossil catch from China includes oldest teeth ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and fiftieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war: Russia claims win in occupied Ukraine 'sham' referendums N Korea test launches missile on eve of Harris trip to Seoul China influence operation targeted US midterm elections Nord Stream leaks: Sabotage to blame, says EU Hurricane Ian: Cuba suffers complete blackout after storm Hurricane Ian targets Florida as ‘extremely dangerous’ Category 4 storm, Orlando under tornado watch Saudi Arabia names Crown Prince Salman prime minister, too Kazakhstan to ‘ensure safety’ of Russians fleeing draft $75 estate sale purchase was a 13th-century manuscript page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war: Final day of discredited voting in Russian-held Ukraine US patrol spots Chinese, Russian naval ships off Alaskan island Haiti facing ‘humanitarian catastrophe’, says UN envoy Colombia and Venezuela reopen border crossing after 7 years Lebanon retirees scuffle with police; 2022 budget approved Japan blasts Russia, demands apology after diplomat detained Finns have a plan for Russian draft dodgers: Build a fence Move over, Bruce Willis: NASA crashed into an asteroid to test planetary defense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Giorgia Meloni: Italy's far right on course to win election Ukraine war: Protests in Russia's Dagestan region against new draft Iran says U.S. trying to violate sovereignty over unrest, warns of response Cardinal, 5 others on trial over Hong Kong protest fund Germany’s Scholz inks gas deal with United Arab Emirates Cholera death toll rises to 29 in Syria as outbreak spreads Cuba holds unusual vote on law allowing same-sex marriage Wily seal that cruised to pond surrenders at police station Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Armenia, Azerbaijan trade blame for new ceasefire violations Ukraine war: Russians flee to border after military call-up Iran headscarf: Raisi says police custody death must be investigated EU vows to link Hungary’s pandemic funds to judicial standards Latin America bank directors urge firing Trump-nominated chief Tensions as Bangladesh accuses Myanmar of firing in its territory UN experts detail extensive war crimes amid Tigray conflict Woman who brought raccoon to North Dakota bar is charged Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war: Russia arrests hundreds as call-up sparks protests Ukraine, Russia conduct huge prisoner swap Drowning island nations: ‘This is how a Pacific atoll dies’ Lebanese banks to remain shut indefinitely after economic crises ‘Fat Leonard’ nabbed in Venezuela after fleeing US Navy trial Sri Lanka inflation hit 70.2 percent in August South Africa in electricity crisis, nationwide blackouts Florida highway covered in Coors Light beer after semi crash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Putin announces partial mobilisation - starting today Iran unrest: Women burn headscarves at anti-hijab protests At UN General Assembly, leaders condemn Russia’s war in Ukraine The real threat to Italy’s election: Home-grown social media lies Syria's missing: How the UN plans to find over 100,000 people Man arrested in Hong Kong after paying tribute to queen Puerto Rico power grid no match for Fiona; residents unsurprised Beyond Meat exec accused of biting man’s nose outside a game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Armenia, Azerbaijan diplomats meet after deadly border clashes Ukraine, using captured Russian tanks, firms up its lines UK’s Liz Truss admits US trade deal out of reach Nanmadol: Mudslides and flooding as typhoon batters Japan Tunisia anti-terrorism police detain former PM ‘Tragedy foretold’: Brazil sees surge in Amazon fires Witnesses: Myanmar air attack kills 13, including 7 children Judge vacates conviction of 'Serial' subject Adnan Syed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Biden again says US would defend Taiwan if China attacks Ukraine’s ambassador describes ‘war crimes of massive proportions’ In world beset by turbulence, nations’ leaders gather at UN World’s first public database on fossil fuels launched Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border fighting claim nearly 100 lives South Africa: Zulu king's aide killed by 'unknown gunmen' Russia says ready for U.S. prisoner swap talks but scolds embassy Trail of slime leads German customs to bags of giant snails Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and forty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Armenia, Azerbaijan negotiate another ceasefire: Yerevan Magdalena Andersson: Swedish PM resigns as right-wing parties win vote Xi, Putin hold summit in Uzbekistan as Ukraine war dominates South Korea arrests woman after bodies found in suitcases in New Zealand Ivory Coast denounces Mali 'blackmail' Major wildfire in southwestern France no longer spreading Argentina inflation nears 80%; spiraling prices squeeze shoppers Bingo, Lite-Brite, Nerf among Toy Hall of Fame finalists Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and twenty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Russia covertly spent $300m to meddle abroad - US Xi and Putin to discuss Ukraine war at meeting - Kremlin Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes: Almost 100 killed along border near Nagorno-Karabakh Clash erupts between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan border guards Arrest of UK anti-royal protesters raises free speech concerns Argentina: Third person arrested in VP assassination attempt Africa losing up to 15% of GDP growth to climate change, African Development Bank says Bear crashes 2-year-old's birthday party, eats cupcakes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and twenty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Ukraine war: We've retaken 6,000 sq km from Russia, says Zelensky Scores hurt in stadium crush as Kenya inaugurates president Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes: Dozens killed along border near Nagorno-Karabakh Uganda pays fine over DR Congo war Brussels prescribes visits to Manneken Pis and museums for mental health Blinken discusses trade, migration with Mexican counterpart UN says Taliban have harassed its Afghan female employees 'Scallop Discos': How Some Glitzy Lights Could Lead To A Low-Impact Fishery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and twenty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Kharkiv offensive: Ukrainian army says it has tripled retaken area Eastern Ukraine suffers blackout, Kyiv blames Russia Ethiopia: Tigray forces open to AU-led peace talks Turkey says Greek coast guard fires on cargo ship in Aegean Xi to visit central Asia in 1st trip abroad since pandemic Sweden election: Result could take days as vote too close to call Photos: Sporadic clashes as Chile marks coup anniversary Found: Alligator, drugs, guns, money. But where’s the tiger? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and twentieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Queen Elizabeth II has died North Korea declares itself a nuclear weapons state Indian, Chinese troops pull back from western Himalayan area Pakistan’s ex-PM Khan refuses to apologize in contempt case Dominican president bars Haitian ex-leader from his country Angola court rejects poll result appeal, opposition urges protest EU energy ministers seek to tackle spiraling power costs UK’s Liz Truss unveils plan to freeze annual energy bills at £2,500 until 2024 ICYMI, pumpkin spice among new Merriam-Webster entries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one hundred and nineteenth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in the Episode Canada stabbings suspect Myles Sanderson dies after arrest Shelling resumes near Ukraine nuclear plant, despite risks Greece to allies: Crack down on Turkey or risk another Ukraine New malaria vaccine is world-changing, say scientists France drops investigation into soldiers' complicity in Rwandan genocide India and Japan to hold more military drills to deepen ties Thousands across Haiti demand ouster of PM in new protest Skeleton of female "vampire" unearthed at cemetery in Poland: "Pure astonishment" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices