Simple English News Daily

In recent news, the U.S. faces a government shutdown impacting federal workers amid political strife. A concerning screwworm outbreak in Mexico is affecting livestock, while Haiti sees an expanded UN mission to address gang violence. A deadly earthquake in the Philippines raises fears of a repeat disaster. Indonesia deals with its own earthquake, complicating rescue operations. Meanwhile, Kyrgyzstan is considering reinstating the death penalty. Protests in Morocco over education and healthcare highlight youth unrest, as Germany arrests suspects linked to planned attacks.

Typhoon Bualoi wreaks havoc with casualties across several countries, raising concerns. South Korea anticipates cyberattacks following a data center fire. A flotilla heads to Gaza, facing naval escorts and drone threats. Devastation strikes Indonesia with a school collapse, leaving many missing. In Madagascar, the government dissolves amid protests, while Colombia scrutinizes US actions. YouTube cuts a deal with Trump, and NATO proposes a drone wall for European defense. Fires in Namibia's park finally get controlled after a challenging week.

Moldova sees a significant election victory for the pro-EU party amid tensions with Russia. Ukrainian strikes target military sites in Russia, escalating conflict. Taiwan’s foreign minister calls for European support against authoritarianism, while Namibia fights a raging fire in a national park. Youth protests erupt in Madagascar over utilities, demanding government accountability. Meanwhile, a peace plan for Gaza is discussed by the US, Israel, and Arab states, and Suriname commits to preserving its rainforests.

A tragic crowd crush at a political rally in India claimed at least 39 lives. Israel's military continues its offensive in Gaza, intensifying the conflict. Australian police solve a cold case from the 1990s thanks to advanced DNA testing. In Ukraine, large-scale Russian drone and missile strikes create chaos. Switzerland votes to approve optional electronic IDs, while Denmark temporarily bans civilian drones after security concerns. Protests erupt in Peru over pension reforms, alongside a deadly mine collapse in Nigeria.

Tune in for a whirlwind of global news! A deadly prison riot unfolds in Ecuador, while a storm disrupts Toyota production in Brazil. Sarkozy faces conviction over Libya funding, and Denmark grapples with drone-related airport chaos. Tensions rise in Moldova amid electoral interference fears, and Ukraine launches sea drones against Russian ports. Meanwhile, Microsoft blocks surveillance use in Israel, and a curious case sees a lawyer named Mark Zuckerberg suing Facebook. Stay informed and entertained!

World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 25th September 2025.Today: UN Assembly. Syria sanctions. Africa security council. Iran international cooperation. Ukraine arms race. Argentina Trump praise. Guinea new constitution. Malawi election. Uganda re-election approved. Thailand parliament dissolved. South Korea corruption trial. India flood deaths. Ukraine reparations loan. Ireland presidential nominations.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 24th September 2025Today : UN speeches. US paracetamol autism. Argentina tax suspension. Denmark Norway drones. Ukraine can win. Asia typhoon. Philippines Duterte charges. African juntas no court. Kenya genetic differences.SEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts and vocabulary list 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, Juliet Martin and Niall Moore every morning. Transcripts, vocabulary lists, 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 daily news 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.Get your daily news and improve your English listening in the time it takes to make a coffee.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

This installment highlights rising tensions as Russia complicates NATO airspace. Italy is struck by significant protests over Gaza, while groundbreaking news comes from Egypt with a mass grave discovery. Botswana celebrates its 4x400m athletic victory! On the diplomatic front, France officially recognizes Palestine amid Brazil's protests against a potential Bolsonaro pardon. Meanwhile, Israel reacts to new recognition moves, and a fascinating note emerges about leopard-shark mating filmed off New Caledonia.

In this installment, tensions rise as Palestine gains recognition amidst Israel's military actions. Europe faces a cyberattack that disrupts major airports, while protests erupt in the Netherlands ahead of elections. Meanwhile, a Brazilian factory cultivates mosquitoes to combat dengue fever. In California, a ban on masked officers takes effect. The world's spotlight also shines on Oktoberfest in Munich and the upcoming Bicycle Road World Championships in Rwanda. A dynamic mix of current events highlights global challenges and cultural moments.

In today's world news briefing, Yulia Navalny reveals shocking claims of poisoning. Ukraine escalates its conflict by targeting Russian oil refineries. Meanwhile, mass strikes shake France amid political tensions, and unusual incidents unfold, including a bizarre urine-in-soup case in China. The tragic sinking of a refugee boat near Libya raises alarms, while Zambia sees convictions in a witchcraft plot. Amidst all this, a remarkable fossil dolphin discovery in Peru captures attention.