Simple English News Daily
SEND7
Simple English News Daily is a 7-minute podcast which tells today’s news in clear, simple, British English. Start your day by listening to 7 minutes of the most important stories from everywhere in the world. With SEND7, you can stay up-to-date with world news, and improve your English at the same time. SEND7 is aimed at intermediate and advanced English learners and teachers, and people with English as a second language, as well as native English speakers who want a fast, daily summary of world events! The podcast is released Monday to Friday.SEND7 in an acronym for Simple English News Daily, in 7 minutes. Stephen Devincenzi, from the UK, started SEND7 in 2020, and hosts most episodes. Ben Mallett and Juliet Martin are also British, and host some episodes. For more information, or to contact us, go to www.send7.orgThe Simple English News Daily podcast is free, and is supported by generous listeners, who receive access to the transcripts and a vocabulary list of every episode, and our weekly worksheets and world news quiz. To become a supporter and have access to the transcripts, worksheets and quiz, go to www.send7.org/supportGet your daily news and improve your English listening, in the time it takes to make a cup of coffee, with SEND7.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 8min
Friday 8th August 2025. Ghana helicopter crash. Brazil Bolsonaro arrest. Armenia Azerbaijan deal. France fire. Putin-Trump meeting...
A tragic helicopter crash in Ghana leads off the news, alongside the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan. In Brazil, former President Bolsonaro faces arrest, while tensions simmer over an Armenia-Azerbaijan deal. The U.S. considers new tariffs as Putin and Trump plan a significant meeting. Meanwhile, wildfires threaten France, and a unique auction of cinema memorabilia sparks interest. Tune in for a whirlwind of global updates!
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Aug 4, 2025 • 9min
Tuesday 5th August 2025. Israel open letter. Ethiopian migrants. India rape conviction. UK China universities...
Today's news covers a poignant open letter from Israeli officials urging an end to the Gaza conflict. Shocking incidents involving Ethiopian migrants reveal pressing humanitarian issues. In India, a former politician faces sentencing for a rape conviction. Exciting developments include the UK's launch of a gonorrhea vaccine, while Ukraine battles corruption scandals. Additionally, tragic mining accidents in Chile and Nigeria highlight global challenges, alongside innovative efforts in South Africa to protect rhinos from poaching.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 9min
Friday 1st August 2025. Sudan hunger. South Sudan Uganda shooting. Kenya alcohol reforms. Ukraine Kyiv hit. France USAID contraceptives...
The podcast dives into the hunger crisis affecting Sudan's displaced people and the tragic shooting along the South Sudan-Uganda border. It also discusses significant alcohol reforms in Kenya and the alarming missile strikes in Ukraine's capital. Additionally, there are updates on controversial contraceptive aid in France, the impact of new tariffs on Brazil, and rising deforestation rates in Colombia. The episode highlights Myanmar's military elections, Canada’s stance on Palestine, and showcases unique insects found in Australia.
Jul 30, 2025 • 7min
Thursday 31st July 2025. Nigeria nurses strike. Kenya cult exhumation. Angola protest deaths. Tunisia transport strike...
In recent developments, nurses in Nigeria are on strike seeking better working conditions. A shocking cult exhumation took place in Kenya, while Angola grapples with rising protest fatalities. Tunisia faces a transport strike, adding to the ongoing strife in the region. Meanwhile, tensions rise between India and Pakistan over Kashmir, and China deals with the fallout from tropical storm Komei. Australia has implemented a controversial YouTube ban for teens, highlighting global social shifts.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 30th July 2025. India terrorists killed. Palestine 60,000. China, Romania floods. Cuba capitalism. Poland Colombian arrested...
In a whirlwind of global news, a deadly attack in India sends shockwaves, while escalating violence in Palestine raises alarms with a staggering death toll of 60,000. Nature strikes back as floods devastate China and Romania. The podcast also dives into political shifts, highlighting Colombia's turbulent leadership and Cuba's surprising embrace of capitalism. Meanwhile, artistic intrigue unfolds with the discovery of a long-lost Salvador Dali painting, reminding us of the unexpected twists in the world of art.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 8min
Tuesday 29th July 2025. Thailand Cambodia ceasefire. China monk. Israel reports. EU trade deal. Turkiye earthquake...
Tensions ease as Thailand and Cambodia announce a ceasefire amidst rising conflict. A Chinese monk faces misconduct allegations, raising eyebrows internationally. Meanwhile, Israel grapples with human rights accusations and a new EU-US trade deal is on the table. The podcast also covers Turkey's alarming earthquake alert failure and reports of militant strikes in the DRC. In brighter news, Nigeria's women's football team triumphs in their tenth Africa Cup of Nations victory, showcasing their incredible talent.
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Jul 27, 2025 • 8min
Monday 28th July 2025. Thailand Cambodia fighting. Malaysia protests. Gaza aid drop. Germany derailment. Brazil Christian interference...
Tensions escalate as fighting breaks out between Thailand and Cambodia, resulting in casualties and displacement. Protests erupt in Malaysia amidst growing unrest. Meanwhile, a crucial aid drop to Gaza coincides with a military pause by Israel. Tragedy strikes Peru with a deadly bus crash, while Germany experiences a significant train derailment. In Brazil, missionary work raises concerns, and wildfires ravage Turkey and Greece. On a brighter note, England celebrates back-to-back victories in the Women's Football European Cup!
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Jul 24, 2025 • 8min
Friday 25th July 2025. Thailand Cambodia conflict. Gaza no ceasefire. Russia plane crash. Australia climate lawsuit...
The podcast dives into the military conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, triggered by a soldier injured from a landmine. It discusses the urgent ceasefire talks in Gaza amidst a humanitarian crisis. A tragic Russian plane crash adds to global tensions, while legal challenges in Australia regarding climate change are highlighted. Unrest in Togo and the troubling conscription of Ukrainian children into the Russian military are also covered. Lastly, a quirky tale about the world's smallest snake found in Barbados adds a light-hearted touch.
Jul 23, 2025 • 8min
Thursday 24th July 2025. Japan US trade deal. Thailand Cambodia protest. New Zealand space regulation. Hong Kong transgender ruling...
The podcast dives into a significant trade deal between Japan and the U.S., highlighting its potential impact on global markets. It also covers escalating protests in Thailand and Cambodia, shedding light on regional tensions. Meanwhile, New Zealand's evolving space regulations are examined, showcasing a push for innovation. The discussion includes a landmark transgender ruling in Hong Kong and the dire consequences of climate change, contrasted with the success story of Denmark's recovering white stork population.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 23rd July 2025. Palestine statement. Bangladesh crash protests. China poisoning. Brazil Bolsonaro freeze. Ozzy Osbourne..
The podcast dives into critical global news, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Palestine and protests in Bangladesh. It discusses environmental disasters in Turkey and alarming child poisonings in China. The episode also covers political turmoil in Brazil and significant archaeological findings in Peru. Notably, rising chocolate prices due to cocoa shortages and the legacy of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne are explored. The show emphasizes listener support while keeping news accessible for English learners.
