Simple English News Daily

The podcast dives into the alarming rise of femicide in Turkey, highlighting the dire implications of the country's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention. Personal stories reveal the brutal realities faced by victims, like the tragic cases of Iqbal Uzunar and Ayşenul Halil. The conversation advocates for reinstating protective measures and underscores the power of social media in amplifying voices for women's rights. Urgent calls for action reflect a collective desire to enhance legal protections and combat gender-based violence in society.

Hurricane Milton wreaks havoc in Florida, leaving millions without power. Brazil is adjusting its social media regulations amid rising tensions. Ongoing air strikes in Lebanon and Gaza escalate violence in the Middle East. Taiwan asserts its independence while Mozambique faces electoral challenges. Zambia reports its first Mpox case, and the conflict in Ukraine continues to intensify. New revelations about Christopher Columbus's origins add a historical twist to current events.

The world is on high alert as Hurricane Milton approaches the US, prompting evacuations. Labor strikes at Boeing signal unrest in the workforce. Haiti faces dire challenges from armed gangs, while tensions between Congo and Rwanda escalate. In Kenya, a deputy president faces impeachment. Meanwhile, Spain tackles migrant issues and Pakistan deals with militant attacks. North Korea holds a significant military meeting, and humanitarian efforts shine through with Sister Milesi making a difference in Brazil.

Today's discussion dives into Israel's military efforts against Hezbollah, revealing rising regional tensions. Kazakhstan's pursuit of nuclear capabilities raises eyebrows on the global stage. Meanwhile, France grapples with alarming reports of child gangs, highlighting a troubling social issue. In Bolivia, wildfires continue to wreak havoc, underscoring environmental challenges. The show also touches on inflation trends in Argentina and election dynamics in Mozambique, painting a vivid picture of worldwide crises and developments.

World news in 7 minutes. Tuesday 8th October 2024.Today: Tunisia results. Ethiopia president change. Israel, Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis exchange fire. World ceremonies. Argentina Milei copies speech. Thailand elephant floods. Pakistan Chinese killed. US Mexico Milton. Bosnia floods. Ukraine update and dogs.Please take our survey!With Stephen Devincenzi 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/send7We 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

A year after the Israel-Hamas war began, the devastating impact on civilians and the ongoing conflicts are highlighted. A New Zealand ship has sunk, contributing to a global narrative of maritime dangers. In Haiti, a tragic massacre underscores rampant gang violence. Meanwhile, Rwanda navigates rebel negotiations, and Zimbabwe compensates ex-farmers. Notably, Slovakia faces a bear attack, and Romania deals with political unrest, all while Bolivia takes action to clean up its polluted lake.

Today, Stephen introduces a bonus episode from the podcast English Learning for Curious Minds.You can listen to all episodes by searching in your podcast app for English Learning for Curious Minds or go to www.leonardoenglish.comThe transcript for this episode is here.--------------------------------------------------------------------------Discover the incredible story of The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Robbery, where cunning criminals stole $18 million worth of maple syrup.In this episode, we'll learn about the surprising details of this sticky crime and the unusual fight between the free market and government regulation in the world of Canadian maple syrup.Maple syrup: liquid gold from maple treesQuebec's maple syrup market dominanceFPAQ's role in regulating syrup productionQuotas and the strategic maple syrup reserveThe emergence of a maple syrup black marketConvicted fraudster Avik Caron and his planCoordination among thieves to steal maple syrupThe execution of the year-long theft operationDiscovery and investigation of the $18 million theft

Stephen Devincenzi, a seasoned expert in global news, takes listeners on a whirlwind tour of current events. He discusses the rising tensions in the Middle East, devastating impacts of Typhoon Kraton in Taiwan, and the historic transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Stephen also highlights Spain's booming tourism despite protests, transformative developments in Tunisia's political landscape, and an innovative US company creating leather from mushrooms. It's an engaging dive into the world's most pressing issues.

Juliet Martin, a sharp commentator on global events, joins the discussion to delve into pressing world issues. She explains the U.S. military's swift response to Iran's missile attack on Israel and Trudeau's political maneuvering in Canada. The conversation also highlights exciting scientific discoveries in Chile and the unfolding political drama in Kenya. In a lighter tone, they share Japan’s defense strategy regarding an Asian NATO and a heartwarming story about a baby hippo in Thailand that’s winning over zoo visitors.

Tensions escalate as Iran launches missile strikes against Israel, sparking military responses from Israel and Hezbollah. A deadly bus fire in Thailand highlights tragic global events, while Germany grapples with a spy scandal. The Eurozone sees economic shifts, and Ukraine faces challenges in Vuhledar. Mexico welcomes its first female president amidst rising poverty in Argentina. Meanwhile, ambitious scientists explore the possibility of resurrecting the dodo bird, blending innovation with intrigue.