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The Daily Briefing

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A roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world, from TLDR News. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your global news bulletin every weekday.


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Episodes

Astronomers Find Evidence of Extraterrestrial Life: What Next?

In today’s episode, we cover new evidence of life in space, the France-US Ukraine talks, the UK Supreme Court’s ruling on sex, and the Trump family’s potential conflict of interest. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/wuuAUxthPNQ?si=yx1OqL4A8fXyruqH https://youtu.be/_x3AS5gK4rE?si=Sq4kfgeuWZTAGvE_   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics...

Apr 17, 20257 minEp. 873

Why France-Algeria Relations Have Collapsed

In today’s episode, we cover the dramatic deterioration in Franco-Algerian relations, calls by Israeli reservists for the government to strike a deal with Hamas, China’s strong Q1 growth, the conviction of Peru’s former president. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/p-uZUyRnTJM   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gJTmos7qZc   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKUxm8mmofo   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world....

Apr 16, 20257 minEp. 872

Why is Trump at War With Harvard University?

In today’s episode, we cover Trump’s freeze on Harvard University funding, JD Vance’s comments on a UK-US trade deal, Ecuador’s election, and Sudan’s civil war updates. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/aV388-Ik4wI?si=ApYB5IU-Q5vHcCPu https://youtu.be/RmH-R19AsIU?si=zWgzsNgmz4-CMBxi   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to un...

Apr 15, 20257 minEp. 871

Starmer’s Emergency Bill Explained

In today’s episode, we cover the UK’s intervention in British Steel, Trump’s tech tariffs, new European Commission guidance for US-bound staff, and a huge milestone for the TLDR EU channel. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here (YouTube): https://youtu.be/1IforDzhtI0?si=WPRzQEk6Ko3LwaJJ   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmVwjGmR2Io   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: m...

Apr 14, 20256 minEp. 870

Why Tariff Turmoil Has Led To A Surge In Gold Prices

In today’s episode, we cover the ongoing gold surge, the escalating US-China trade war, the EU’s response to tariffs, and the UK’s economic growth. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSB6SWTKnBk   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk7etdoJeK8 TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily B...

Apr 11, 20257 minEp. 869

Trump Backs Down on Tariffs: What Next?

In today’s episode, we cover Trump’s tariff u-turn, a US-Russia prisoner swap, a fatal disaster in the Dominican Republic, and France’s potential recognition of Palestine. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/F_erAoFhCws?si=Exk320lsl44WQ_gn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKBAeGVmim8   https://youtu.be/lNQc8Hgvdj8?si=oK7AKACVDIVbrOAW   Watch the latest episode of TLDR's World Leader Leaderboard here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWPXSnIWcFc TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a ro...

Apr 10, 20256 minEp. 868

How Trump Is Pushing the UK Towards the EU

In today’s episode, we cover how UK-EU relations, the ever-escalating global trade war, and Germany’s new coalition government. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFQnDMYaJgo   https://youtu.be/SDTQy64vVgU?si=Ipc6CVnTwe2pDYxk   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWPXSnIWcFc TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple ...

Apr 09, 20256 minEp. 867

Why China isn’t Backing Down on Trump’s Tariffs

In today’s episode, we discuss the global fallout unleashed by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, Ukraine confirms the presence of Ukrainian troops in Russia’s Belgorod region, and Trump announces that the US will hold nuclear talks with Iran. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/lLdTz3QnA78   https://youtu.be/dRhNGQO9tTE   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we ex...

Apr 08, 20257 minEp. 866

Global Stock Markets Crash: What Next?

In today’s episode, we cover the global stock market turmoil, South Korea’s snap election, Israel’s push into Gaza, and Marine Le Pen’s vow to fight her conviction. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/HHWoKQQMzYc?si=l7V-Q07VbeHxEmD9   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your globa...

Apr 07, 20258 minEp. 865

What Does Trump’s Liberation Day Actually Mean?

In today’s episode, we cover Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’, Netanyahu’s visit to Hungary, Musk’s response to rumours he’ll be leaving the Trump administration, and an unofficial UK plan for a joint European weapons fund. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVn4FPULFWA&ab_channel=TLDRNewsGlobal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFvMEb9-tC0&t=43s&ab_channel=TLDRNewsEU Watch TLDR’s World Leader Leaderboard here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IwAy...

Apr 03, 20257 minEp. 864

Why the Wisconsin Election was Terrible News for Elon Musk

This episode covers the Wisconsin Supreme Court election results and Elon Musk's involvement, Israel's plan to seize parts of Gaza, an attack on a Chinese aid convoy in Myanmar, and Trump's upcoming tariff announcements. The Wisconsin election is seen as a rebuke of Musk's political influence and a key indicator for future elections.

Apr 02, 20257 minEp. 863

China Launches Surprise Military Drills Around Taiwan

This episode covers China's military drills around Taiwan following increased tensions, the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and an Israeli airstrike in Beirut. It also discusses the upcoming ruling on South Korea's president's impeachment and a crucial Supreme Court election in Wisconsin, highlighting global political and humanitarian issues.

Apr 01, 20257 minEp. 862

Why Marine Le Pen has Been Barred From Office

In today’s episode, we cover Le Pen’s embezzlement case, the Trump-Putin fallout, Greenland’s new prime minister, and the UK’s latest data on migrant removals. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/9OFOx_SukDE?si=GdiXIrqGNbk-fwV TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your global news bullet...

Mar 31, 20257 minEp. 861

Albanese Announces the Australian Election

In today’s episode, we cover why Canada is marking a ‘new-era’ for US-Canadian relations, China’s push to enthral global business leaders, the 7.7 magnitude Myanmar earthquake, and Australia's upcoming election.  Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: Why the DRC is Offering Trump a Minerals Deal TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. ...

Mar 28, 20256 minEp. 860

Bolsonaro Coup Trial: What Happens Next?

In today’s episode, we cover ex-Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s coup trial, Donald Trump’s car tariffs, the South Korean wildfires, and Putin’s ill health rumours. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8-aaFkVEM4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IwfHXHd71U   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. ...

Mar 27, 20258 minEp. 859

Is Rachel Reeves Reintroducing Austerity?

In today’s episode, we cover the Black Sea ceasefire deal, Israel striking Syria, the White House group chat leaks, and the spring statement from the UK Chancellor. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/vPpdmQtXbDg?si=VWwWi1uaWMEazlpO   https://youtu.be/GCBnovI1ecw?si=IEkG_qeOV9SCLCtA https://youtu.be/tytwcT3rGkc?si=BYBRdbJyhTXjazA9   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happenin...

Mar 26, 20256 minEp. 858

The US Government Group Chat Leaks Explained

In today’s episode, we cover the US ‘Atlantic’ national security breach, plus Japan dissolving the Unification Church, Greenland hitting back at Donald Trump, and Germany’s new parliament meeting for the first time, and a major national security breach in the US. Watch weeks episode of Starmergeddon: https://nebula.tv/videos/tldrnewsuk-is-starmer-outtorying-the-tories Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://nebula.tv/videos/tldrnewseu-why-are-young-people-so-antimilitary https://nebula.tv/video...

Mar 25, 20256 minEp. 857

Why South Korea Reinstated its Impeached PM

In today’s episode, we cover South Korea’s ongoing political crisis, a fresh round of ceasefire talks for Russia and Ukraine, anti-government protests in Turkey, and the ever increasing death toll in Gaza. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kV9OfUGiExQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa5rS3obCm4   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making ...

Mar 24, 20256 minEp. 856

Israel Launches a New Ground Offensive in Gaza

In today’s episode, we cover Poland-UK defence talks, the EU’s rearmament fund, and a possible snap election in Canada. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: ​​ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ziS8z5X0kQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqCJnKtPU_k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8n1aQph1UMo   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Li...

Mar 20, 20256 minEp. 855

Why Turkish Police Have Detained Erdogan’s Main Rival

In today’s episode, we cover a crackdown against Turkey’s opposition, a potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, the latest valuation of Elon Musk’s X, and stranded astronauts returning to Earth. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/N8_acMCUXX0?si=qzU4xXeXw4mNDP50 https://youtu.be/gtJoTmWSVhc?si=vGLMvbtSSD657dFI Watch the newest episode of TLDR's World Leader Leaderboard: https://youtu.be/BQWMOkAutIw TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around ...

Mar 19, 20258 minEp. 854

Why Israel Has Ended the Gaza Ceasefire

In today’s episode, we cover the collapse of the Gaza ceasefire, US deportations, the global landmine ban, and US strikes on Yemen. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMmGBvp5dQg   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tH9TdzmnhQ TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your...

Mar 18, 20257 minEp. 853

Labour's Row Over Welfare Benefits

In today’s episode, we cover the UK’s benefits system reforms, Syria-Lebanon border clashes, the economic impact of Trump’s tariffs, and an upcoming Trump-Putin phone call. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/ayJVNx5qJp4?si=AKavpWkd-G2EzqXj TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your glob...

Mar 17, 20257 minEp. 852

Has Putin Rejected the US Brokered Ceasefire Deal?

In today’s episode, we cover Putin’s ceasefire conditions, more mass protests in Serbia, a trilateral meeting between China, Russia and Iran, and the North Sea tanker collision. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/D8pOXk9aT88?si=SmnipkIaalrea-9c TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your...

Mar 14, 20257 minEp. 851

Starmer’s Plan to Save Billions from the NHS

In today’s episode, we cover Keir Starmer’s healthcare reform, Russia’s response to the US-proposed Ukraine ceasefire, a looming US government shutdown, a tense G7 summit in Canada, and more. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here (YouTube): https://youtu.be/RnbbDCoZfl0?si=6Wkwt5FkjajttJku https://youtu.be/hOzqksrPjCg?si=5UgY_4B2KDS4TdLX https://youtu.be/j-JrIREdaNY?si=rjrlbb0Fid_W0GzS   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t...

Mar 13, 20256 minEp. 850

Portugal’s Government Collapses: What Next?

In today’s episode, we talk about the US’ proposed 30 day ceasefire to end the war in Ukraine, Greenland’s general election results, and why Georgia’s former president has been sentenced to nine years in jail. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here (YouTube): https://youtu.be/F1Wjl5PnVTY?si=8VWU4BNLy8R_uhOf https://youtu.be/D6IxiwBKla0?si=2-88iXrmNPsMzA_y   TLDR’s World Leader Leaderboard: https://youtu.be/j-JrIREdaNY TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from...

Mar 12, 20255 minEp. 849

Syrian Government Signs Breakthrough Deal with Kurdish forces

This episode of TLDR's Daily Briefing covers major news stories, including a ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and Kurdish forces, the arrest of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, and Tesla's significant stock decline. It also touches on Greenland's parliamentary election and a US judge blocking the deportation of a Palestinian activist.

Mar 11, 20257 minEp. 848

Mark Carney Replaces Justin Trudeau: What Now?

This episode of TLDR's Daily Briefing covers Mark Carney's election as Canada's new Prime Minister and his plans to address trade tensions with the US. It also discusses the banning of a far-right candidate in Romania's presidential election and a social media clash between US and Polish officials over Starlink's role in Ukraine. Finally, the briefing touches on upcoming US-Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia aimed at achieving a ceasefire.

Mar 10, 20257 minEp. 847

[TEASER]: TLDR Interviews UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer

In today’s episode, we look ahead to next week’s US-Ukraine talks, Trump reins in DOGE, and Canada prepares for a new prime minister. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/0JeiAnjMQIQ?si=V8sEjbdUMCDNTrNv https://youtu.be/hBYSk1YWyJo?si=QWJR5QRlmneWcUEd https://youtu.be/vd7wauuw6tA?si=M-C470ON3tO7XgyA [PREMIERE]: TLDR Interviews UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ctS7m8VYPY&pp=ygUMdGxkciBuZXdzIHVr TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most im...

Mar 07, 20255 minEp. 846

Will Europe Reach an Agreement on Nuclear Sharing?

In today’s episode, we cover Macron’s nuclear sharing proposal, Trump’s decision to scrap tariffs on automakers, a South Korean military exercise gone wrong, and the US’s ultimatum to Hamas. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/7zlbfrMfSFI?si=H_d68xb2wzOwMpJK   https://youtu.be/AfNqKeUqNsA?si=pcZcZhfjOm82SQHI https://youtu.be/Jxp5Z8A1EP8?si=zLmR4Xhz4RdBYu6x   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t jus...

Mar 06, 20256 minEp. 845

Why Germany’s Chancellor-to-be is Overhauling the Debt Brake

In today’s episode, we cover Germany’s new economic era, Trump’s latest Greenland comments, Egypt’s Gaza reconstruction plan, and China’s mammoth parliamentary meeting. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://youtu.be/Jxp5Z8A1EP8?si=AP7UG0ZMcOTuQVHi   https://youtu.be/Jno3pGvSLZI?si=ptb00ynzk5KqVDy5   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUUpgedY9nE   TLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world. But we don’t just tell you what’s ha...

Mar 05, 20257 minEp. 844