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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Jul 9, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 9th July 2025. Taliban warrants. Nepal China floods. Yemen Houthis kill Filipinos. Mexico gringo 'xenophobia'. France fires...
Today's news covers urgent global issues like Taliban arrest warrants and the escalating situation in Gaza. Severe flooding hits both Nepal and China, while Yemen faces tragedy as Houthis attack and kill Filipinos. Mexicans protest against perceived xenophobia affecting tourists. Key discussions arise from the BRICS summit and new malaria treatment approvals in Africa. Finally, Macron's visit to the UK centers on immigration, amid wildfires raging in France.
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Jul 7, 2025 • 8min
Tuesday 8th July 2025. Australia mushroom verdict. India weight loss. Russia minister shot. Turkiye, Pakistan, Australia lions...
Today’s world news covers a shocking murder conviction in Australia linked to poisonous mushrooms. In India, a surge in weight loss drug sales reflects growing health concerns. Alarming lion attacks in Turkey, Pakistan, and Australia highlight wildlife issues. Protests erupt in Kenya, while Egypt faces internet disruptions. A mysterious death of a Russian minister raises questions. Additionally, political critiques emerge around Elon Musk's ambitions, paired with a touching reunion in Argentina revealing the dark history of its dictatorship.
Jul 6, 2025 • 8min
Monday 7th July 2025. USAID deaths. US Texas floods. Musk party. Colombia arrest. Italy explosion. UK cabin bag profit. France Seine swim...
Today's news covers a range of critical global events. Rising AIDS-related deaths in Africa draw concern as U.S. funding diminishes. Texas faces severe flooding, while Elon Musk's political maneuvers attract attention. A shocking arrest in Colombia and public unrest over salary hikes in Peru highlight ongoing social issues. India celebrates the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday, and the tragic explosion in Italy raises alarms. Meanwhile, discussions about Russia's potential chemical weapon use and the reopening of the Seine for swimming gain significance.
Jul 3, 2025 • 9min
Friday 4th July 2025. France Shein fine. Russian general hit. US Diddy trial. Colombia-US spat. Indonesia ferry. Emojis are (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶)
Explore the global stage as France fines a prominent fashion brand for misleading discounts. Discover the fallout from a Russian general's targeting, alongside environmental crises in Greece and Turkiye. Legal dramas take center stage with a high-profile music trial and diplomatic tensions rise between Colombia and the U.S. Meanwhile, tragedy strikes with an Indonesia ferry sinking and an elephant attack in Zambia. And don't miss the playful discussion on how emojis enhance our communication! 🙂
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Jul 2, 2025 • 7min
Thursday 3rd July 2025. US Vietnam deal. US Haitian status. Venezuela Turk. Bangladesh ex-PM sentenced. India fire deaths...
Tensions rise as the U.S. strikes a trade deal with Vietnam and grapples with a ruling impacting Haitian immigrants. Venezuela faces ongoing political turmoil while Bangladesh's former PM receives a legal sentence. In India, tragic fire deaths highlight urgent safety concerns. South Africa battles a bird flu outbreak, raising health alarms. Meanwhile, the UK sees new charges against a convicted nurse and debates a controversial welfare bill. Azerbaijan seeks justice amid political unrest, and the Dalai Lama speaks on his future reincarnation.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 2nd July 2025. Thailand PM suspended. South Korea lovebugs. Mexico fuel gang. France fires. Turkiye blasphemy. Poland borders...
In today's roundup, Thailand's PM faces suspension amid political turmoil. South Korea captures hearts with its peculiar lovebugs while Mexico tackles fuel gang arrests. Devastating fires rage in France, and tensions flare as blasphemy laws spark debate in Turkiye. Ukraine intensifies its military operations with deep strikes. Meanwhile, Poland navigates shifting borders and Costa Rica grapples with corruption. Tune in for these captivating stories and more from around the globe!
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Jul 1, 2025 • 8min
Tuesday 1st July 2025. Australia mushroom case. Kazakhstan ban. US ambush. DRC slavery. Europe heatwave. Norway bad lottery...
Explore a high-profile trial in Australia linked to a bizarre mushroom case. A tragic factory fire in India raises safety concerns, while Kazakhstan introduces a controversial face-covering ban. The heat waves in Europe coincide with rising protests in Togo and unrest in Colombia. Shocking revelations from the Democratic Republic of Congo expose severe labor exploitation. Plus, find out how a punk rock band’s protest against the Israeli Defense Forces sparked controversy, and a lottery mix-up leaves Norwegians baffled!
Jun 29, 2025 • 7min
Monday 30th June 2025. Israel news reports. UN US aid. Hong Kong democrats. Tuvalu climate visa. Japan execution. Hungary Pride...
Discover the latest in global news as the podcast dives into the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and political unrest in Hong Kong. Climate concerns take center stage with discussions on Tuvalu's climate visa. In Japan, a significant legal case unfolds, while protests ripple across Europe. Don't miss updates on diplomatic talks between the US and Canada, and a united statement from Canada, Brazil, and Australia supporting LGBTQI rights. Tune in for an engaging overview of today's pressing issues!
Jun 27, 2025 • 8min
Friday 27th June 2025. Kenya protests. CAR stampede. Ukraine Europe tribunal. North Korea tourism. Ecuador recapture. Japan airport bear...
Violent protests in Kenya have turned deadly, highlighting the disturbing intersection of personal comfort and global unrest. A tragic stampede in the Central African Republic adds to the day's grim news. Meanwhile, Ukraine pursues justice for war crimes as a new tourist resort opens in North Korea. Catastrophic flooding affects many, and exciting scientific breakthroughs in waste management and a novel paracetamol production method emerge. In Japan, a bear unexpectedly wanders into an airport, causing quite a stir.
Jun 25, 2025 • 8min
Thursday 26th June 2025. S Korea Yoon warrant. Thailand cannabis recriminalisation. Armenia archbishop arrested. Vietnam Pakistan US deal...
In today's news roundup, South Korea faces a significant legal twist with an arrest warrant for its former president. Meanwhile, Thailand takes a step back on cannabis legalization. The arrest of an Armenian archbishop highlights political tensions in the region. There's also a pivotal trade deal on the table among Vietnam, Pakistan, and the US. Protests erupt in Kenya as social unrest grows, while Brazil deals with tragic landslides and Mexico grapples with violence. On a lighter note, Shanghai celebrates the grand opening of a new Legoland!
