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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Sep 17, 2025 • 7min
Thursday 18th September 2025. UK Trump visit. Germany Putin comments. Saudi Arabia Pakistan pact. Afghanistan internet ban...
In today's highlights, Trump visits the UK, stirring up discussions on international relations. Germany issues a warning about Putin's influence, while Saudi Arabia and Pakistan strengthen their defense ties. Afghanistan faces a significant internet ban under Taliban rule. Meanwhile, Colombia tackles pet travel regulations, and Chile gears up for presidential elections. Interesting updates also include Cuba protesting U.S. militarization and news on a high-profile assassination case.
Sep 16, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 17th September 2025. Israel Gaza offensive. Malawi election. Kenya British soldier. Ukraine drones. Sweden phone ban. Spain hot...
This episode dives into the escalating Israel-Gaza conflict, spotlighting serious allegations from the UN. A catastrophic flood crisis unfolds in India, while political tensions soar during Malawi's elections. In Kenya, a British soldier faces an arrest warrant amidst rising legal troubles. Meanwhile, Ukraine grapples with drone strikes, and Sweden introduces a law banning phones in schools. As temperatures soar in Spain, the podcast also pays homage to the legacy of actor Robert Redford and discusses a notable lawsuit involving The New York Times.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 7min
Tuesday 16th September 2025. Belarus war games. Netherlands Eurovision. Spain cycling race. UK Trump...
Today’s discussion spans a variety of global highlights. Belarus is ramping up military exercises amidst rising tensions in NATO. Over in the UK, political buzz surrounds President Trump's visit. In the Netherlands, protests erupt related to Eurovision, while Spain showcases its vibrant cycling race. Amidst these events, updates surface on Ebola vaccination efforts in the DRC. Plus, there's a fascinating insight into a TikTok deal between the US and China, and Canadian initiatives tackling the housing crisis.
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Sep 14, 2025 • 9min
Monday 15th September 2025. Brazil Bolsonaro sentenced. US Kirk suspect. Romania Russian drone. Georgia, Turkiye, UK protests...
Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced in Brazil, stirring political tensions. In the U.S., a murder case linked to suspect Kirk raises eyebrows. Myanmar faces tragedy after a school airstrike, while the Gaza conflict continues to escalate. Nepal celebrates a historic moment with its first female prime minister. Africa sees calamity with a boat sinking in the DRC and political unrest in South Sudan, alongside a quirky attempt to set a record for the biggest jollof rice dish in Nigeria. Protests are also heating up in Turkey and Georgia.
Sep 11, 2025 • 8min
Friday 12th September 2025. US Kirk manhunt. Brazil Bolsonaro guilty. Libya Norway boat. Poland reactions. Fat children...
A gripping manhunt for a controversial figure unfolds in the US. Brazil's former president faces legal consequences for spreading misinformation. Humanitarian efforts in Ghana are highlighted as deportees navigate their situation. Noteworthy advancements in school meals across Africa are discussed, while flood disasters in Indonesia raise alarm. Childhood obesity rates are on the rise, prompting public health concerns. Meanwhile, tensions with Russia escalate, and Notre Dame Cathedral's reopening marks a cultural triumph.
Sep 10, 2025 • 8min
Thursday 11th September 2025. Poland Russian drones. Sweden child crime. EU state of union. Indonesia floods. China reserve...
In a whirlwind of world events, Poland faces the threat of Russian drones while Sweden tackles rising youth crime. The EU's state of union is examined against a backdrop of Cuba's political changes and severe flooding in Indonesia. The Congo is working hard to fight an Ebola outbreak, and Botswana is making strides with its wealth fund. Meanwhile, a megachurch leader in the United States captures attention amidst these global issues.
Sep 9, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday 10th September 2025. Israel Qatar strike. Nepal PM. US Murdoch succession. Norway result. Ukraine village hit. Ethiopia dam...
This update covers Israel’s airstrike on Qatar amid tense negotiations with Hamas. Nepal's Prime Minister resigns after public protests, while Ethiopia's dam project raises concerns. Political changes in Europe shine, with a Labour victory in Norway and a new PM in France. A striking Banksy artwork critiques the UK's justice system as protests escalate. Lastly, the Murdoch family navigates major media shifts, and tragedies unfold with an airstrike in Ukraine and a train collision in Mexico.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 9min
Tuesday 9th September 2025. Israel gunmen. Nepal protests. Australia mushroom killer. US Russia sanctions. Venzeula troops...
A deadly attack by gunmen in Israel sparks urgent calls for political solutions. Nepal is rocked by violent protests against social media restrictions. In Australia, a shocking murder case unfolds involving a woman who poisoned her family. Global stakes rise as the U.S. imposes new sanctions on Russia amid the Ukraine crisis. Meanwhile, Venezuela mobilizes troops to combat drug trafficking. The climate summit in Ethiopia pushes for green energy initiatives, while political tensions rise in Uganda and France.
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Sep 7, 2025 • 8min
Monday 8th September 2025. Japan PM resigns. Afghanistan women left. Australia attacks. Nigeria Chinese victims. Ethiopia dam. US war...
There are major political shifts with the resignation of Japan's Prime Minister and the election of Thailand's leader. Violent incidents are unfolding in Israel and Australia, while gender issues face Afghan women. Security concerns arise in Nigeria as Chinese victims are reported. Meanwhile, Brazil is addressing farm debt, and Ethiopia's significant dam project is inaugurated. With military activity in Ukraine and important political discussions in the UK, there's also news of new saints introduced by the Pope, showcasing a blend of global events.
Sep 4, 2025 • 8min
Friday 5th September 2025. Argentina painting. Portugal funicular crash. Indonesia protests. Afghanistan earthquakes. Ukraine update...
A stolen painting from Argentina's past has finally been recovered, shining a light on history. In the U.S., military efforts target drug cartels while Nigeria faces tragedy from a boat disaster. Protests erupt in Indonesia, and Afghanistan grapples with devastating earthquakes. Meanwhile, Ukraine experiences civilian casualties amidst ongoing conflict. Additionally, a funicular crash in Portugal brings sorrow, and the fashion world mourns the loss of Giorgio Armani.
