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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Escalation in the Middle east. US and UK bomb Houthi rebel military locations in Yemen, catching the papers flat-footed. Indoor glamping? London AirBnB in Chinatown offers a literally in-tents experience. Plus Fake bargains on your feed. Those Instagram ads aren’t actually great deals, says Guardian exposé. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Jonn Elledge of the New Statesman and comedian Athena Kugblenu. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com  Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Robin Leeburn. Production. Liam Tait. Assistant Production: Adam Wright. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Jess Harpin & Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Sea is a crucial piece of the global supply chain, accounting for around 15% of the world's shipping. This includes oil tankers and massive container ships transporting everything from microchips to furniture. Recent attacks by Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have destabilized the region and prompted the U.S. to organize a multinational naval force to protect commercial ships. Today on the show, what's going on with shipping in the Red Sea.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:   We delve into the escalating conflict in the Red Sea as Houthi rebels intensify their attacks on commercial shipping, uncovering the story behind this formidable insurgent group.   A revealing report points to Iranian paramilitary forces actively supporting Houthi proxies in Yemen, raising questions about their influence and objectives.   North Korea's new power plant sparks international concern; we analyze how this could significantly enhance their nuclear fuel production capabilities.   In our Back of the Brief segment, we break down President Biden's pardon for Americans with a history of marijuana use.   Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.   Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:   A harrowing encounter in the Gulf of Aden: Iranian-backed Houthi insurgents launch missiles at a US Destroyer amidst a maritime hijacking crisis.   Tensions escalate on the Korean peninsula as North Korea embarks on a military escalation following its recent spy-satellite deployment.   Commercial chaos ensues as Polish truckers commence continuous blockades at crucial Ukrainian border crossings.   In the Back of the Brief: The Dublin riots take a new turn with Conor McGregor under investigation for provocative comments.   Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.   Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices