Simple English News Daily

A deadly mass shooting during a Jewish festival at Bondi Beach has shocked Australia. Clashes erupt at the Thailand-Cambodia border, highlighting confusion over ceasefires. Fans riot in Calcutta after a brief appearance by Lionel Messi, causing damages. In China, a politician faces execution for bribery, showcasing a harsh crackdown on corruption. Meanwhile, UK King Charles advocates for cancer screenings, prompting public action. Ukraine's counter-offensive successfully retakes Kupyansk, amidst ongoing tensions.

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Cross-border fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has displaced 500,000 people, while Thailand's PM plans to dissolve parliament. Japan enforces stricter drunk-cycling laws, and Myanmar faces tragedy as airstrikes hit a hospital. In the US, a tanker linked to Venezuela was seized amidst sanctions. Former Bolivian President Arce was arrested for corruption. In Europe, Bulgaria's PM resigns after protests, while a Picasso raffle raises funds for Alzheimer's research, making headlines alongside Iceland's Eurovision boycott.

World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 11th December 2025.Today: Argentina congress. Chile presidential polls. Brazil China space lab. Venezuela Nobel speech. Ukraine elections. Russia US nuclear treaty. Morocco building collapse. Benin Togo coup suspect. China Japan radar dispute. South Korea religious probe. UNESCO Italian cuisine.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, Niall Moore 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

Survey : https://s.surveyplanet.com/5id5z6x1World news in 7 minutes. Wednesday 10th December 2025Today : Australia social media. Thailand Cambodia fighting. Indonesia fire. Czech PM. Lithuania balloons. Sudan sentence. DRC displacement. US Trump Europe. Honduras election coup. Argentina golden record.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

Tensions escalate as Thailand launches airstrikes into Cambodia, reigniting conflict. A tsunami warning disrupts Japan after a strong quake. In Nigeria, around 100 schoolchildren have been freed, but many are still missing. A coup attempt in Benin sees Nigeria stepping in with military support. In Brazil, thieves pilfer valuable Matisse artworks during an exhibition. European leaders debate peace strategies for Ukraine, while a Lithuanian politician faces fines for antisemitism. A project to revive ancient Celtic language sparks interest.

A coup attempt in Benin failed as state TV was briefly seized. In Mozambique, UN reports show over 100,000 displaced due to rising violence. A US panel has retracted the child hepatitis B vaccine recommendation after a controversial vote. Paraguay's election results remain undecided as candidates are neck and neck. Iran arrests marathon organizers over women running without headscarves. Eurovision faces boycotts from four countries if Israel participates, while floods in Sumatra tragically claim over 900 lives.

Emmanuel Macron warns that the US might betray Ukraine, raising eyebrows in global politics. In Spain, authorities crack down on human traffickers, rescuing hundreds in dire conditions. Students in Senegal clash with police while demanding financial support amidst protests. Meanwhile, a tight presidential race in Honduras leaves citizens on edge. Macron also visits China to seek help in resolving Russia's conflict, while New Zealand celebrates the opening of its first IKEA store with eager customers.

A parliamentary inquiry in Kenya reveals shocking allegations of misconduct by British troops. In Libya, a war-crimes suspect asks for release from the ICC. Tunisia sees the arrest of an opposition leader, escalating political tensions. Pakistan and Afghanistan's peace talks conclude without an agreement. Thailand intensifies its crackdown on scams, while Mexico announces a significant wage increase. The UN raises concerns about potential war crimes in Gaza and highlights complexities in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Plus, uncover the origins of cats in Europe!

Exciting news highlights from around the globe! India stands firm against a controversial cyber app. Pope Leo delivers a message of hope in Lebanon, while Spain tackles swine fever by hunting wild pigs. The situation in Ukraine intensifies with missile strikes. Protests erupt in Bulgaria over budget issues, and Prada makes headlines with a major fashion acquisition. DRC celebrates the end of an Ebola outbreak, and a coup disrupts elections in Guinea-Bissau. Plus, Michael Dell announces a massive donation for children's accounts!