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/supportWe do not use AI for anything.Get 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 19, 2025 • 7min
Thursday 20th November 2025. Ukraine drone attack. Poland consulate closure. North Macedonia nightclub trial. United States Epstein files...
Amidst global turmoil, a dramatic drone attack in Ukraine claims lives and causes destruction. Poland escalates tensions by closing its last Russian consulate following a rail explosion. In North Macedonia, a pivotal trial begins for those linked to a deadly nightclub fire. The U.S. plans to release long-awaited documents in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Severe weather wreaks havoc in Vietnam and Patagonia, while New Zealand prepares to ban puberty blockers for youth. In Tunisia, doctors strike for better pay, risking healthcare systems.
Nov 19, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 19th November 2025. Japan-China problems. Bolivia-Peru problems. Singapore horns. Ai Bubble? Poland sabotage. France gold...
Japan's travel warnings escalate tensions with China. In Singapore, a significant bust of smuggled rhino horns raises wildlife protection concerns. Discussions about a potential AI bubble draw parallels to the dot-com boom. Meanwhile, protests in Bolivia ignite over Peru’s cultural appropriation. In Libya, rival parliaments make strides towards cooperation for the first time in years. Recent strikes in Ukraine result in civilian casualties, while devastating fires destroy significant structures in Croatia.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 9min
Tuesday 18th November 2025. Nigeria kidnapping. DRC mine. Ukraine France jets. UK immigration. Poland sabotage. Chile elections...
A harrowing kidnapping of 25 girls in Nigeria sparks security concerns. Tragedy strikes as a bridge collapses at a cobalt mine in the DRC. France's landmark jet deal with Ukraine marks a significant step in international relations. The UK tightens asylum rules to curb migration, while Poland faces sabotage threats on vital rail lines. In Chile, a presidential run-off looms after no candidate secures a majority. Ecuadorians reject foreign military bases, and a fatal bus fire claims lives of Indian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.
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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!
