Episode 8 delves into President Biden's authorization of ATACMS for Ukraine, examining potential impacts. It also covers North Korea's role in the conflict and President-elect Trump's stance. The episode reports the first severe Mpox case in the US and the public health response. It highlights 32 students selected for the Rhodes Scholarship and discusses the award's significance. President-elect Trump's choice of Brendan Carr as FCC Chairman is explored, focusing on his policies. Finally, the episode looks at a lawmakers' letter on Imran Khan's release and its implications for US-Pakistan relations.

(0:00) President Biden authorizes ATACMS for Ukraine and potential repercussions

(1:37) North Korean involvement and President-elect Trump's stance on Ukraine conflict

(3:09) First case of severe Mpox strain reported in the US and public health response

(4:56) Rhodes Scholarship: 32 students selected, profiles, and significance

(7:58) President-elect Trump selects Brendan Carr for FCC Chairman and policy stances

(10:55) Lawmakers' letter on Imran Khan's release and US-Pakistan relations