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Everything you need to know about your world in 10 minutes. Go straight to the source with a ten-minute news briefing by Reuters frontline journalists. Join host Kim Vinnell as she takes you around the world every day.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 13min
China’s sway in Israel and Ukraine, Taiwan results and Iowa caucus
China's involvement in peace talks between Israel and Hamas and Ukraine's conflict with Russia. Washington's balancing act with China after Taiwan's elections. Updates on the Republican Party's presidential nominating contest in Iowa. Various topics including a spending bill, volcanic eruption, Danish queen's abdication, China's impact on markets, and Ukrainian President Zelensky's diplomatic efforts and peace plan.
Jan 14, 2024 • 27min
Iowa 2024: Trump versus the rest
Explore the dominance of Donald Trump in the Iowa caucuses and the changing dynamics of this year's election. Learn about the significance of Candy Kitchen in Iowa as a symbol of tradition and political campaign events. Understand the differences between caucuses and primaries in Iowa and the reasons why Iowa continues to use caucuses. Analyze the strategies and appeal of potential Republican candidates for the 2024 election, focusing on Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, and Nikki Haley.
Jan 13, 2024 • 14min
Davos 2024: A primer on the global elite gathering
Explore the upcoming World Economic Forum in Davos, where leaders tackle pressing issues like the war in Gaza and Ukraine. Learn about funding the war, global perspectives on peace, and rebuilding trust while addressing inequality and global conflicts. Get a firsthand account of the lavish event and the presence of activists advocating for a more equitable world. Discover the role of reporters in covering the news that affects people.

Jan 12, 2024 • 12min
US Houthi strikes, Iran’s tanker seizure, Britain’s Post Office and the Emmys
US launches strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen. Iran retaliates by seizing a tanker. TV drama reveals major miscarriage of justice at the Post Office. Emmys held on same night as Iowa caucuses.

Jan 11, 2024 • 13min
Israel in court, UN helicopter capture and Ukraine’s missing orphans
Interesting topics include Israel facing genocide charges, the capture of a UN helicopter by Al Shabaab militants, and the investigation into the alleged deportation of orphans from Ukraine.

Jan 10, 2024 • 13min
Iraq PM on US exit, Trump back on Fox, Ecuador violence and eating disorders at the Olympics
Iraq PM calls for US military withdrawal, Ecuador experiences violence, Trump appears on Fox News, athletes raise concerns about eating disorders at Olympics
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Jan 9, 2024 • 13min
Israel in Syria, Biden’s Austin problem and the price hit from Red Sea attacks
Israel's escalating air raids against Iran-linked targets in Syria, Biden's Defense Secretary's undisclosed hospitalizations creating political problems, Houthi attacks in the Red Sea likely to raise prices, intense attacks among top three Republican contenders for 2024 presidential race.
Jan 8, 2024 • 13min
Grounded Boeings, Congress spending, US in Iraq and Oppenheimer triumphs
Boeing under pressure after plane incident. Congress agrees on spending levels with concerns about impact on Black Americans. Iraq wants international military coalition to leave. Oppenheimer wins Golden Globes. Middle East situation includes rising anti-American sentiment and US withdrawal.
Jan 6, 2024 • 24min
What you need to know about the Taiwan election
Taiwan's hotly contested election with China's shadow looming large, challenges for the United States, 'one country two systems' concept, China's pressure on Taiwan, United Front influence, TSMC's role, investor concerns, opinions on China, campaign issues, Taiwan's interaction with the United States, US stance on Taiwan election and impact on US-China relations.

Jan 5, 2024 • 13min
Israel’s Phase IV, Golden Globes, a new Danish queen and a darts king
Israel announces targeted approach in hunting down Hamas fighters in Gaza and plans for post-war. Denmark's Queen Margrethe II begins process of handing over the throne. Hollywood prepares for Golden Globes after labor disputes. Teenage sensation takes world of darts by storm.


