Simple English News Daily
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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 23, 2025 • 8min
Friday 24th October 2025. US Russia sanctions. Ukraine drone strikes. Argentina, Cote d'Ivoire elections. Hungary Orban 'puppet'...
US sanctions hit major Russian oil firms as the Ukraine conflict escalates with civilian attacks. In Latin America, Argentina braces for a tight election while Cote d'Ivoire prepares for its presidential vote. Tragic news comes from Uganda, where a bus crash claims 46 lives. Meanwhile, New Zealand sees public sector strikes for better funding, and the US grapples with perceptions of Trump's legal battles. Viktor Orban stirs controversy, alleging EU interference in Hungary, as Thailand deals with an influx of Myanmar refugees.
Oct 22, 2025 • 8min
Thursday 23rd October 2025. China Taiwan "retrocession". Thailand minister resignation. Ukraine drone attacks. Czech scooters...
China is celebrating the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's retrocession, despite Taiwan's pushback. In Thailand, a deputy finance minister has stepped down amid serious scam allegations. The UAE is advocating for a Palestinian state alongside security for Israel, while Russia plans to deploy reservists to bolster infrastructure amid escalating drone attacks from Ukraine. Meanwhile, protests erupt in Tunisia over pollution, and Peru has declared an emergency in Lima due to rising crime. A tragic explosion in Nigeria has resulted in numerous fatalities.
Oct 21, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 22nd October 2025. Japan Takaichi PM. Myanmar scam centre raid. Slovakia sentence. France tornado / Sarkozy / thieves...
Sanae Takaichi makes history as Japan's first female prime minister. In Myanmar, a massive raid on a scam center leads to over 2,000 arrests. A tornado near Paris leaves one dead and causes considerable damage. Meanwhile, Sarkozy begins a prison term linked to criminal conspiracy. Scientists discover mosquitoes in Iceland for the first time, raising concerns about climate change. In Ethiopia, a train crash claims 15 lives, while malaria funding cuts threaten millions in Africa. A quirky pumpkin boat race in Oregon adds a light-hearted twist to today's news!
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Oct 20, 2025 • 8min
Tuesday 21st October 2025. Afghanistan cricketers. North Korean defector. Hong Kong plane crash. Nigeria protests. Morocco Gen Z protests...
In a brisk news roundup, learn about airstrikes in Pakistan resulting in the tragic loss of Afghan cricketers. A rare defection from North Korea makes headlines. Protests erupt in Nigeria over social issues, while Morocco's youth voice their demands for government reforms. Highlights from the Americas include a major outage at Amazon Web Services and Trump's controversial remarks on Ukraine. Additionally, we hear about Bolivia's centrist election victory and the EU's decision to phase out Russian gas imports.
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Oct 19, 2025 • 8min
Monday 20th October 2025. France Louvre robbery. Romania explosion. Peru, US protests. Gaza aid. Bangladesh fire. India cough syrup...
Thieves pulled off a daring jewelry heist at the Louvre, stealing priceless items including Empress Eugenie's crown. A tragic gas explosion in Romania left several casualties. In Peru, the streets are alive with protests against the new president, while the U.S. sees massive demonstrations against former President Trump. Madagascar has a new leader following a coup, and Namibia is grappling with a Mpox outbreak. Meanwhile, concerns rise over Indian cough syrups linked to child deaths, amidst lively Diwali celebrations across South Asia.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 8min
Friday 17th October 2025. Ukraine power cuts. Zelensky-Trump-Putin. France PM survives. Kenya disruption. India Russian oil...
Amid power cuts and ongoing conflict, Ukraine faces challenges due to Russian attacks. Zelensky seeks advanced Tomahawk missiles during a visit to the U.S., while Trump discusses a lengthy call with Putin. France and the UK navigate controversial asylum agreements, as Nestlé announces thousands of job cuts. Greta Thunberg speaks out about her detention in Israel, and India denies plans to halt Russian oil purchases. In Kenya, chaos erupts following a political figure's death, and conservation efforts continue for Seychelles' tortoises.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 8min
Thursday 16th October 2025. Gaza hostages. Bangladesh fire. Afghanistan-Pakistan border. Kenya Odinga. Madagascar President. Open AI...
The discussion kicks off with the return of Israeli hostages amid a ceasefire. A tragic factory fire in Bangladesh claims lives and there's renewed violence on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. Kenya mourns the loss of political leader Ryla Odinga, a key figure in its democratic history. Madagascar sees a military coup with Colonel Randriani-Rina stepping in as president. In tech news, OpenAI plans to allow adult content generation, while Germany pledges military aid to Ukraine.
Oct 14, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 15th October 2025. Madagascar army control. Mexico floods. Ukraine UN attack. Israel limit. Germany pensioners work...
Madagascar's army claims control amidst political upheaval. Cameroon’s opposition is optimistic about a victory, while Kenya grapples with a rare bow-and-arrow attack near a presidential residence. Israel is tightening aid to Gaza due to a hostage situation, and Singapore is considering caning as punishment for scammers. Devastating floods in Mexico have led to numerous casualties, and tensions rise as UN trucks face attacks in Ukraine. Plus, Germany proposes a tax incentive for working pensioners, and Italy uncovers a secret passage in the Colosseum.
Oct 13, 2025 • 8min
Tuesday 14th October 2025. Israel Gaza hostages, peace deal. Pakistan protests. Afghanistan-Pakistan fighting. Madagascar coup...
In recent news, 20 Israeli hostages are released in a significant exchange deal involving thousands of Palestinians. Donald Trump speaks in Israel, marking a pivotal peace agreement. Protests in Pakistan turn deadly, with clashes resulting in fatalities. Tensions flare at the Afghanistan-Pakistan border as conflicting reports emerge. Madagascar experiences a military coup, while a tragic bus crash in South Africa claims 42 lives. Tropical storms devastate Mexico, leading to widespread flooding. Meanwhile, a Nobel Prize recognizes innovation-driven economic growth.
Oct 12, 2025 • 8min
Monday 13th October 2025. Gaza ceasfire holds. Japan coalition break. Ukraine attacks. Peru Boluarte gone. France Lecornu again...
In today's news, the Gaza ceasefire continues to hold, allowing humanitarian aid to flow in. Japan faces political uncertainty as a coalition breaks apart. Ukraine launches significant attacks deep into Russian territory amidst ongoing drone strikes. In Madagascar, a military unit claims control, leading to confusion over a potential coup. Meanwhile, Peru sees a leadership change with the impeachment of President Boluarte. In Venezuela, opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts in promoting democratic rights.
