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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Nov 16, 2025 • 8min
Monday 17th November 2025. DRC peace deal. Ecuador referendum. Chile election. China Japan tension. Ukraine Russian oil targets...
Ecuador's referendum sparks debates on US military presence, while Gen Z protests in Mexico highlight corruption issues. Chile's elections are heating up with early vote counting. A preliminary peace deal emerges in the DRC, aiming to quell conflict. In Ethiopia, a Marburg virus outbreak raises concerns. Tensions rise between China and Japan over the Senkaku Islands, alongside an accidental explosion in Kashmir. Russia's assaults on Ukraine escalate, impacting global oil dynamics. And in lighter news, 600 sheep made a charming stroll through Nuremberg.
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Nov 15, 2025 • 32min
Trudeau, Trump and Canadian Nationalism (with Bree Aesie)
Bree Aesie, a communication coach and host of the Into the Story podcast, dives into Canada’s political landscape in 2025. She discusses the fall of Justin Trudeau, attributing his decline to voter fatigue and a conservative backlash influenced by Donald Trump. Bree explores how fears of becoming the 51st state fueled a surge in Canadian nationalism. She shares insights into the unexpected rise of Mark Carney and everyday signs of a Canada-first sentiment. Bree also highlights her favorite Canadian spots, showcasing the beauty of the country.
Nov 13, 2025 • 8min
Friday 14th November 2025. Iraq results. Iran no water. US unshut. No cents. Hitler sexual disorder. Chile election. Serbia protests...
In a whirlwind of world news, Iraq faces coalition challenges after recent elections. Iran grapples with a severe water crisis threatening rationing. A deadly bombing in Pakistan links to Afghan tensions while the US government reopens post-shutdown. Notably, the US stops minting pennies due to production costs. As Chile gears up for elections, a tragic recruitment event in Ghana claims lives. Meanwhile, Ukraine sees ministerial resignations amid corruption probes, and fascinatingly, a documentary suggests Hitler had a rare sexual disorder.
Nov 12, 2025 • 7min
Thursday 13th November 2025. Italy human safari. Ireland president. Gabon Bongos sentence. Libya migrants drown. Somalia pirates...
Explore some shocking world news, from Italy's dark past involving human safaris during the Bosnian War to Ireland's newly elected president, Catherine Connolly, advocating for political alternatives. Discover the sentencing of Gabon's Bongo family for embezzlement and the tragic drowning of migrants off Libya's coast. Learn about captures of Somali pirates and US tensions in the Caribbean. Plus, the unusual removal of gay dating apps in China and a record-setting bagpipe performance in Melbourne!
Nov 11, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 12th November 2025. Tanzania protest deaths. Nigeria cocaine. Angola Argentinians blocked. Georgia Turkish plane. Brazil raid...
In an intense overview of global events, hundreds are reported dead in protests in Tanzania. Nigeria's authorities seize a massive cocaine shipment worth $235 million. The fallout from Zuma's daughter being charged over inciting violence during 2021 riots stirs controversy. In tragic news, a car explosion in Delhi claims 13 lives. Meanwhile, the search continues for Rohingya refugees after boat disasters, and a dramatic Turkish military plane crash in Georgia leaves many feared dead. Lastly, a record-breaking 487-meter salami brings some light-hearted news from Argentina.
Nov 10, 2025 • 9min
Tuesday 11 November 2025. Uganda Kenyan activists. Mali Islamists. US shutdown vote. Brazil COP30. India Delhi explosion...
In today's roundup, we learn about the release of Kenyan activists in Uganda. The African Union is urging cooperation to tackle Islamist threats in Mali. A potential end to the U.S. government shutdown is on the horizon with Senate votes. Brazil's COP30 kicks off, aiming to address climate truths. A car explosion in Delhi raises security concerns. Protests over pollution lead to mass arrests in the Indian capital. Meanwhile, a typhoon affects the Philippines and a Russian agent admits to working for the FSB in Poland.
Nov 9, 2025 • 8min
Monday 10th November 2025. Philippines typhoons. Brazil tornado. Somalia pirates. Albania gender test. Ukraine energy attacks. BBC ...
Severe weather grips the Philippines as Typhoon Fung Wong prompts widespread evacuations. A tornado wreaks havoc in Brazil's Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, causing tragedy and destruction. Somali pirates are thwarted by a daring EU rescue operation. Controversy brews in Albania over a gender test in volleyball, while Ukraine faces fresh missile and drone attacks affecting civilians. The BBC experiences leadership turmoil following backlash over edited footage related to Trump. This podcast wraps up the latest global happenings in just seven minutes!
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Nov 8, 2025 • 39min
I was a Russian Propagandist - Stephen talks to Andrew Ryvkin (Part Two)
Andrew Ryvkin, a former Russian propagandist and journalist, shares his harrowing journey after leaving Russia post the 2022 Ukraine invasion. He discusses his accurate predictions about the invasion, citing signs like military buildup and new censorship laws. Ryvkin explains how Russian propaganda has morphed into a more aggressive, less sophisticated form. He predicts Russia's eventual defeat in the war and reflects on the implications for media in a post-Putin landscape while teasing insights from his upcoming memoir about his experiences in the propaganda system.
Nov 6, 2025 • 8min
Friday 7th November 2025. Mexico President groping. Brazil COP30. France Shein. Ukraine Pokrovsk. Philippines typhoon. Germany swastikas...
In a whirlwind of global news, drama unfolds as Mexico's president faces serious allegations of assault. The stage is set for COP30 in Brazil, with calls for urgent climate action. Meanwhile, Bolivia's ex-president is freed, and an American teacher receives a $10 million award after a tragic classroom incident. Protests erupt in France over a controversial shop, while fierce fighting rages in Ukraine. The Philippines grapples with the aftermath of a deadly typhoon, and a ceasefire is reported in Sudan, along with the much-anticipated opening of Egypt's Grand Museum.
Nov 5, 2025 • 9min
Thursday 6th November 2025. US Mamdani. Brazil police. Philippines Typhoon. Japan bears. Australia social media...
Exciting news from around the globe! The US celebrates Democratic wins, including a New York mayoral victory. In Brazil, police raids in Rio raise concerns as fatalities soar. A devastating typhoon hits the Philippines, complicating rescue efforts. Japan responds to bear attacks by deploying soldiers. Meanwhile, Australia introduces strict social media age restrictions. Tanzania faces allegations of hidden protest deaths, while Morocco marks its grip on Western Sahara. Lastly, drone sightings near Belgian airports prompt an investigation into potential espionage.
