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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Oct 9, 2025 • 8min
Friday 10th October 2025 Today : Israel Hamas deal. Putin Azerbaijan jet. Mali petrol. France PM. Germany drone police. Canada whales...
A historic ceasefire between Israel and Hamas includes hostages and military repositioning. Putin takes responsibility for the downed Azerbaijan jet, while tensions rise in Madagascar with protests against President Rajoelina. Mali reports severe petrol shortages due to jihadist blockades. Argentina sentences an assassination attempt, and Brazil celebrates record soybean exports. Also, Marine Land faces a grim decision over beluga whales. The French government prepares for another prime ministerial change, and Germany's police gear up to shoot down rogue drones.
Oct 8, 2025 • 7min
Thursday 9th October 2025. Burkina Faso arrests. South Africa Mandela. Indonesia radioactive contamination. Australia Singapore meeting...
In the latest news briefing, eight safety workers in Burkina Faso face arrests for alleged espionage. A dramatic encounter unfolds as Nelson Mandela's grandson is detained during a Gaza aid mission. Indonesia grapples with radioactive contamination found in shrimp exports. Protests erupt in Ecuador over fuel subsidies, targeting the president's convoy. In Germany, online cannabis sales may face new restrictions, while Italy considers a nationwide face-covering ban. Finally, the EU takes steps to regulate meat-related terminology in a bid to protect farmers.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 8th October 2025. France political crisis. Israel Hamas war. Thailand floods. Germany stabbing. Brazil free transport?...
Today's world news highlights a political crisis in France as Macron faces mounting pressure. A judge was shockingly shot in an Albanian courtroom, and a mayor in Germany was critically injured in a stabbing incident. In Israel, memorials mark two years since past attacks amid ongoing negotiations with Hamas. Thailand grapples with devastating floods affecting over 370,000 people. Meanwhile, Brazil is exploring the possibility of free public transport, and Colombia celebrates its best coffee harvest in years.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 7min
Tuesday 7th October 2025. Somalia al-Shabaab. Tanzania treason. Diddy sentence. Lula Trump phone call...
In today's news roundup, Al-Shabaab makes headlines with a prison attack in Somalia. A high-profile treason trial unfolds in Tanzania, alongside rapper Diddy's recent sentencing. A snowstorm traps hikers on Everest, while protests flare in India over a shoe-throwing incident. France sees a prominent resignation, and the WHO issues a vaping warning aimed at the youth. Additionally, nobel laureates are recognized for their groundbreaking work in medicine.
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Oct 5, 2025 • 8min
Monday 6th October 2025. Israel Hamas plan. Japan female leader. Czechia elections. Syria indirect. Germany arrests. Brazil methanol...
Tensions rise as Israel and Hamas negotiate in Egypt amidst ongoing violence. Japan is poised to elect its first female prime minister, a historic moment for the country. In Czechia, a coalition government faces a tough formation process after recent elections. Protests erupt in Georgia following controversial local elections, while tensions in Morocco prompt government engagement after deadly demonstrations. Meanwhile, Brazil issues a methanol poisoning alert, urging caution in Sao Paulo.
Oct 2, 2025 • 8min
Friday 3rd October 2025. UK synagogue attack. French navy. Uganda abduction. Morocco protests. Ethiopia church...
A shocking attack on a synagogue in Manchester raises security concerns as the Prime Minister vows action. French forces intercept a suspected Russian tanker, highlighting rising tensions. In Uganda, two human rights activists vanish, leaving many questioning the government's transparency. Protests ignite in Morocco over World Cup spending priorities. A tragic church collapse in Ethiopia results in numerous casualties. Additionally, the US plans to assist Ukraine with intelligence against Russia, while Colombia repurposes Pablo Escobar's estate for empowering women.
Oct 1, 2025 • 8min
Thursday 2nd October 2025. United States government shutdown. Mexico parasite. Haiti UN mission. Philippines, Indonesia earthquake...
In recent news, the U.S. faces a government shutdown impacting federal workers amid political strife. A concerning screwworm outbreak in Mexico is affecting livestock, while Haiti sees an expanded UN mission to address gang violence. A deadly earthquake in the Philippines raises fears of a repeat disaster. Indonesia deals with its own earthquake, complicating rescue operations. Meanwhile, Kyrgyzstan is considering reinstating the death penalty. Protests in Morocco over education and healthcare highlight youth unrest, as Germany arrests suspects linked to planned attacks.
Sep 30, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 1st October 2025. Typhoon Bualoi. Gaza flotilla. Indonesia school collapse. NATO 'drone wall'. Madagascar dissolves...
Typhoon Bualoi wreaks havoc with casualties across several countries, raising concerns. South Korea anticipates cyberattacks following a data center fire. A flotilla heads to Gaza, facing naval escorts and drone threats. Devastation strikes Indonesia with a school collapse, leaving many missing. In Madagascar, the government dissolves amid protests, while Colombia scrutinizes US actions. YouTube cuts a deal with Trump, and NATO proposes a drone wall for European defense. Fires in Namibia's park finally get controlled after a challenging week.
Sep 29, 2025 • 9min
Tuesday 30th September 2025. Moldova elections. Russia missiles. Poland Taiwan. Namibia fire. Madagascar protests. US peace plan...
Moldova sees a significant election victory for the pro-EU party amid tensions with Russia. Ukrainian strikes target military sites in Russia, escalating conflict. Taiwan’s foreign minister calls for European support against authoritarianism, while Namibia fights a raging fire in a national park. Youth protests erupt in Madagascar over utilities, demanding government accountability. Meanwhile, a peace plan for Gaza is discussed by the US, Israel, and Arab states, and Suriname commits to preserving its rainforests.
Sep 28, 2025 • 8min
Monday 29th September 2025. India crush. Ukraine air strikes. Switzerland ID. Denmark drone ban. Peru protests. Moldova elections...
A tragic crowd crush at a political rally in India claimed at least 39 lives. Israel's military continues its offensive in Gaza, intensifying the conflict. Australian police solve a cold case from the 1990s thanks to advanced DNA testing. In Ukraine, large-scale Russian drone and missile strikes create chaos. Switzerland votes to approve optional electronic IDs, while Denmark temporarily bans civilian drones after security concerns. Protests erupt in Peru over pension reforms, alongside a deadly mine collapse in Nigeria.
