Simple English News Daily

A ceasefire has been announced in the Israel-Hamas conflict, aiming for humanitarian relief and hostage releases. In Syria, a UN visit highlights severe sanctions affecting civilians. South Korea faces political upheaval with the arrest of President Yoon. Meanwhile, the U.S. debates a TikTok ban amidst rising tensions. Brazil's orange juice exports plummet, and military updates from Ukraine reveal ongoing drone strikes against Russia. In Italy, new laws target online misinformation, while chimpanzees show fascinating genetic adaptations.

Tensions ease with talks of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, while drama unfolds as a woman falls for a Brad Pitt impersonation scam in France. In the UK, political reform stirs with Siddiq's resignation, and Spain grapples with property tax issues. Meanwhile, recovery efforts in the U.S. tackle disaster aftermath, Argentina battles inflation, and a Brazilian kitesurfer becomes a local hero. Global events collide, highlighting the intricacies of politics, economics, and human resilience.

Today's discussion kicks off with the Sudanese army's notable gains amid ongoing conflict and the LA fires that pose severe risks. Political strife in Peru garners criticism while Romania sees rising protests. Meanwhile, Israel and Hamas engage in crucial ceasefire negotiations. The South African government tackles a mine crisis, and large celebrations in India and the Philippines attract attention. Each segment paints a vivid picture of the current global climate.

Devastating wildfires engulf Los Angeles, prompting international aid from Mexico. Nicolás Maduro faces controversy during his inauguration in Venezuela. A tragic restaurant explosion shakes Czechia, while Ukraine captures North Korean soldiers. Elsewhere, Chad's political landscape shifts, and a kidnapping unfolds in Niger. Malaysia deals with hidden document allegations, and Thailand showcases stunning rice field art. This whirlwind of global news keeps you informed in just minutes!

World news in 7 minutes. Friday 10th January 2025.Today: Lebanon president. Syria Kurds want US. Ukraine Zaporizhzhia strike. Thailand plastic waste. US Carter funeral. Venezuela opposition. Swiss Iran death. Chad attack. Mozambique rallies. Antarctica million year old ice. SEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Ben Mallett and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 9th January 2025.Today: Ecuador Gellibert acting president. Canada Trudeau on US. Argentina privatises metal firm. Eritrea Azerbaijan protest. Egypt temple walls. India miner recovered. Azerbaijan Armenia comment. Romania election rerun. Italian Sala freed. UK Starmer on grooming. Spain Franco anniversary. With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Ben Mallett and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

World news in 7 minutes. Wednesday 8th January 2025.Today: Tibet earthquake. Indonesia Rohingya arrivals. Syria flights. Trump Greenland. Meta no fact-check. Venezuela kidnapping. Sudan genocide. Ghana Mahama. Ukraine Russia 800,000. France Le Pen. Don't eat the Christmas tree.SEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Ben Mallett and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

The podcast dives into significant political shifts, including Justin Trudeau's resignation and implications for Canada. In Venezuela, protests led by María Corina Machado highlight the urgency for change. Global tensions are palpable, with discussions on conflicts in Ukraine and Russia, alongside protests in Georgia. The impact of Elon Musk on European politics also surfaces, while Indonesia’s initiative for free meals aims to alleviate hunger. Additionally, a tragic fire in Ghana and the historical link between Roman lead mining and intelligence are intriguingly explored.

In a whirlwind of global news, Syria calls for sanction relief while South Korean legal troubles escalate for its president. Mali faces tragedy with a recent vehicle attack. Ghana successfully passes a provisional budget, and troops are deployed to Haiti to combat gang violence. Meanwhile, France's farmers protest, Ukraine engages in military actions, and an exciting dinosaur footprint discovery emerges in the UK. Tune in for all these highlights and more!

A chilling connection emerges between a deadly attack in New Orleans and a Tesla explosion linked to ISIS. The podcast delves into the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, illustrating its harsh impact on civilians. Moldova faces an energy crisis while Norway sees a surge in electric vehicle sales. It also highlights tourism trends in Japan, particularly among Australians, and discusses the release of a Tunisian man from Guantanamo. Lastly, a mysterious metallic object found in Kenya sparks intrigue.