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Latest episodes

Apr 16, 2025 • 12min
Kate Middleton Honors Nature's Healing, Urgent Appeal for Missing Teens, UK Prisons Face Overcrowding Crisis, Sewage Crisis Sparks Outrage, and more...
(0:10): Kate Middleton Reflects on Nature's Healing Power After Cancer Battle During Lake District Visit(2:05): Teenagers Isabelle and Daniel Missing for Over a Week, Urgent Public Appeal for Information(4:29): UK Prisons at Breaking Point: Overcrowding Fuels Surge in Violence and Attacks on Staff(6:26): Sewage Crisis: Surge in Illnesses Sparks Outrage and Calls for Water Industry Reform(9:14): Massive Industrial Fire in Basildon: Crews Battle Blazes, Roads Reopen, Smoke Concerns PersistTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Apr 15, 2025 • 11min
UK Invests in Quantum Tech, UK Dermatology Crisis Unfolds, UK Braces for Intense Storm, Labour Targets UK Fraud Reforms, and more...
The UK invests £121 million to advance quantum technology, tapping into its potential for healthcare and energy. Meanwhile, a dermatology crisis unfolds, with patients facing lengthy waits amid a specialist shortage. As a storm brews, residents brace for heavy rain and warnings intensify. Fraud is on the rise, prompting the Labour Party to propose major reforms. Additionally, emergency laws aim to keep British Steel afloat amidst negotiations with Jingye.

Apr 14, 2025 • 12min
Birmingham Bin Strike Causes Crisis, Crawley Tragedy Claims Woman's Life, Joe Powell Fights Housing Neglect, NHS Fast-Tracks Melanoma Trials, and more...
(0:10): Birmingham Bin Strike Sparks Health Crisis: Military Planners Called In, Pay Dispute Persists(2:18): Woman Dies, Two Injured After Car Mounts Pavement in Crawley Tragedy(4:08): MP Joe Powell Launches Campaign to Combat Housing Neglect in Kensington Amid Crisis(6:46): NHS Fast-Tracks Melanoma Patients for Needle-Free Vaccine Trials to Revolutionize Cancer Care(9:20): Welfare Cuts Threaten Labour Seats: MPs Rally Against Proposed Reforms Amidst Electoral RisksTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Apr 11, 2025 • 12min
UK Economy Grows 0.5% in February, NHS Approves Capivasertib for Cancer, 92-Year-Old Slams Compensation Insufficiency, University of Sussex Fined for Free Speech, and more...
(0:10): UK Economy Surges 0.5% in February, Faces US Tariff Challenges(2:39): NHS Approves Capivasertib: New Hope for Advanced Breast Cancer Patients with Genetic Mutations(5:11): 92-Year-Old Horizon Scandal Victim Slams Insufficient Compensation Amid Calls for Justice Reform(7:32): University of Sussex Fined £585,000 Over Free Speech Breach, Sparks National Debate(9:57): Manslaughter Verdict: Two Men Found Guilty in Croydon Drive-Thru Murder CaseTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Apr 10, 2025 • 12min
Mickey Rourke Faces Big Brother Backlash, Police Renew Appeal in Brown Murder, UK Launches AI Energy Council, ARX Robotics Launches Armored Vehicle Plant, and more...
Mickey Rourke faces significant backlash for his behavior on Celebrity Big Brother, raising questions about LGBTQ+ representation. In a quest for justice, police renew their appeal regarding the unsolved murder of midwife Janet Brown, now offering a £20,000 reward. The UK launches an AI Energy Council, aiming to revolutionize clean energy initiatives. Meanwhile, ARX Robotics announces plans for the UK's first unmanned armored vehicle plant, creating 90 new jobs, while Ercol pushes to revive the furniture industry with a focus on local timber sustainability.

Apr 9, 2025 • 11min
UK Murder Prediction Tool Sparks Debate, Actress Sues Gym Over Death, UK Gang War Erupts, UK Plans to Nationalise British Steel, and more...
(0:10): UK's 'Murder Prediction' Tool Sparks Controversy Over Ethics and Privacy Concerns(2:24): Actress Milanka Brooks Sues Everlast Gym Over Mother's Heatstroke Death in Sauna(4:04): Gang War Erupts Across UK: Arson and Violence Engulf Cities Amid Escalating Feud(6:15): UK Considers Nationalising British Steel Amid Trump Tariff Fallout and Job Security Concerns(8:31): Coastal Property Boom Reverses as Urban Living Regains Popularity Amid Rising Interest RatesTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Apr 8, 2025 • 13min
UK Womb Transplant Achieves Birth, Northern Ireland Faces Wildfire Crisis, UK Ends EV Tax Exemption, ADHD Medications Show Clear Benefits, and more...
(0:10): First UK Womb Transplant Leads to Birth, Offering New Hope for Childbearing Challenges(2:28): Northern Ireland Wildfires: 150 Incidents in 3 Days, Major Blaze in Mourne Mountains(4:36): UK Ends EV Tax Exemption, Sparking Concerns Over Future Demand and Rising Costs(7:16): ADHD Medications' Benefits Outweigh Cardiovascular Risks, Lancet Study Finds(9:51): NHS Restructuring Sparks Major Job Cuts Amid £6.6 Billion Overspend CrisisTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Apr 7, 2025 • 12min
UK Slams Israel Over MPs Denial, UK Bans Fake Reviews and Fees, UK and Wellcome Trust Invest in Health Data Hub, Inquiry into Southport Murders, and more...
Tensions rise as the UK Foreign Secretary criticizes Israel for denying entry to British MPs amidst ongoing conflicts. Meanwhile, new laws ban fake reviews and hidden fees, saving consumers billions. A substantial investment in a health data hub aims to enhance medical research in the UK. An inquiry is sparked into the tragic Southport murders, scrutinizing systemic failures. Additionally, investigations into the treatment of detainees at the Manston Asylum Centre raise urgent human rights concerns.

Apr 4, 2025 • 11min
US and UK Host Women's World Cups, MP Sorcha Eastwood Targets Tate Brothers, Starmer Faces Leadership Challenges, Shakespeare First Folio Returns, and more...
The US and UK are set to host the Women's World Cups in 2031 and 2035, stirring up some bid controversies. MP Sorcha Eastwood faces online harassment from the Tate brothers amid serious accusations. Political strife grows as Starmer navigates leadership challenges following a major victory. On a literary note, Shakespeare’s First Folio makes a triumphant return after decades, sparking excitement. Lastly, a massive fire at an Essex hotel housing asylum seekers is under investigation, highlighting urgent safety concerns.

Apr 3, 2025 • 12min
Trump Sparks Global Trade Tension, Lord O'Hagan Dies at 79, Cumbernauld Fire Hospitalizes Six, Letby Convictions Challenged, and more...
Trump's new tariffs are igniting global trade tensions, prompting urgent reactions from UK leaders. The podcast pays tribute to Lord Charles O'Hagan, whose passing leaves a significant mark on British politics. A massive fire in Cumbernauld resulted in six hospitalizations, triggering local evacuations. In legal news, Lucy Letby's convictions face new challenges amid emerging evidence. Concerns rise over the impending release of a terrorism-linked individual, highlighting the urgent need for legal reform on public safety assessments.
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