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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

How Did China Bring Iran and Saudi Arabia Together?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we look at the recent agreement between Iran and Saudi-Arabia. Also, we discuss the collapse of SVB; the recent missile tests from North Korea; and an update to the French pension reform. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldr...

Mar 13, 20239 minEp. 389

Will Turkey Ever Let Sweden Into NATO?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss the recent developments into Finland and Sweden’s accession into NATO. Also, we look at the tragic shooting in Germany; why Malaysia’s ex-PM has been charged; and why Micronesia is accusing China. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://...

Mar 10, 20238 minEp. 388

Putin Hits Ukraine with Hypersonic Missiles

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the barrage of missiles that hit Ukraine overnight. Also, we look at why Fiji’s ex-PM has been charged; a new wave of sushi terrorism in Japan; and an update to the protests in Georgia. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tik...

Mar 09, 20239 minEp. 387

Nord Stream Sabotage: Do We Finally Know Who Did It?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through updates to the Nord Stream sabotage. Also, we look at why women are suing Texas over their strict abortion laws; the recent protests in Georgia; and an arrest in Thailand over rubber ducks. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www...

Mar 08, 20238 minEp. 386

Turkey Election: The Man Taking on Erdogan

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we look at the candidate put forward to take on Erdogan in the upcoming election. Also, we run through why Trudeau is accusing China; more Twitter drama Musk has fallen into; and the failed rocket launch in Japan. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ht...

Mar 07, 20238 minEp. 385

Booted from the Backbenches: How MPs Could End Johnson

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the latest development for Boris Johnson, and if he could be removed from Parliament. Also, we discuss the recent Estonian election; the fire at one of the largest refugee camps; and the alcohol ban in Iraq. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 T...

Mar 06, 20238 minEp. 384

Why Zelenskyy Ordered an Evacuation

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why the Ukrainian government has ordered the evacuation of Kupyansk. Also, we discuss the sentencing of both a Nobel Prize winner, and a Colombian leader; and the latest in the Falkland Islands negotiations. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 T...

Mar 03, 20238 minEp. 383

Xi & Lukashenko: Ending the War in Ukraine?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss what Lukashenko and Xi discussed in their recent meeting. Also, we run through the update for Russian forces in Bakhmut; new revelations into the Havana Syndrome; and the Pope deciding to charge rent in Vatican City. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk...

Mar 02, 20238 minEp. 382

Tory Bombshell: How Hancock Became Britain's #1 Leaker

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss Matt Hancock’s leaked WhatsApp messages throughout lockdown. Also, we look at the fatal train crash in Greece; who won the Nigerian Presidential Election; and revelations into the origin of COVID-19. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https...

Mar 01, 20238 minEp. 381

Florida Destroys Disney’s Corporate Kingdom

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we look at the ongoing battle between Governor Ron DeSantis and Disney. Also, we discuss why Fox News is being sued; Erdogan asking his country for forgiveness; and an elf sighting in Mexico…? 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/...

Feb 28, 20239 minEp. 380

New IRA: What Do They Want?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss the resurgence of the New IRA, and exactly what they want. Also, we’ll be looking at the recent migrant boat sinking in Italy; an update on the Israel-Palestine conflict; and the current Mexico protests. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: h...

Feb 27, 20238 minEp. 379

Ukraine: One Year On and No End in Sight

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we look back on the war in Ukraine, one year on. Also, we discuss the current dispute between the UK Government and the Signal messaging app; the upcoming Nigerian election; and a long awaited Russian space rescue. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: h...

Feb 24, 20239 minEp. 378

Israel & Palestine: Are Things Getting Worse?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss the latest escalation in the Israel Palestine conflict. Also, we look at the TikTok ban put in place for European Commission staff; refugees fleeing Somaliland; and the ICJ’s order to Azerbaijan. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://w...

Feb 23, 20239 minEp. 377

The Feud Causing Trouble for Putin

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss the feud in Russia causing trouble for Putin. Also, we look at why the Mormon church is being fined millions; the latest verdict for Shamima Begum; and why a Mexican Security Minister has been convicted . 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ...

Feb 22, 20239 minEp. 376

What Was in Putin’s ‘Absurd’ Speech?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Putin’s ‘absurd’ speech about the ongoing war in Ukraine. Also, we discuss the potential age of consent change in Japan; the latest Earthquake in Turkey; and a hive of spies discovered in Australia. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ht...

Feb 21, 20238 minEp. 375

Biden’s Secret Visit to Ukraine

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss what happened during Biden’s trip to Ukraine to meet with Zelenskyy. Also, we run through potential Brexit updates in Northern Ireland; recent missile tests in North Korea; and Iran’s enriched pure uranium. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok...

Feb 20, 20238 minEp. 374

Spain's New Progressive Laws: Abortion, Trans Rights & Menstrual Leave

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we look at the new progressive laws in Spain. Also, we discuss Biden’s speech about the recent balloons in North America; why Tesla has fired workers in New York; and the lowest sea ice levels in Antarctica. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://...

Feb 17, 20239 minEp. 373

Macron vs. Workers: Pension Battle Continues

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the ongoing strikes in France, and what it might mean for Macron. Also, we look at the aftermath of the recent train derailment in Ohio; an update on the New Zealand pilot held hostage; and Berlusconi being acquitted. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrn...

Feb 16, 20239 minEp. 372

Sturgeon Resigns: What the Hell Just Happened?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Nicola Sturgeon’s shock resignation. Also, we discuss why the Philippines has condemned a Chinese laser; another wave of arrests in Tunisia; and arrears surrounding the assassination of the Haitian President. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instag...

Feb 15, 20238 minEp. 371

Is Russia About to Launch a Massive New Offensive?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Russia’s possible new offensive. Also, we look at the strange UFOs over North America; the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria; and the cyclone tearing through New Zealand. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.co...

Feb 14, 20238 minEp. 370

Will the US Shoot Down a Chinese Spy Balloon?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we look into the strange balloon flying over parts of the US and Canada, and how the US will handle the situation. Also, we look at charges against the Wagner chief; a Guantanamo release; and Ilhan Omar ousted by Republicans. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Inst...

Feb 03, 20238 minEp. 369

Is China Scared of America's New Military Bases in Asia?

Sign up for to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: http://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the United States’ plan to counter China with bases in the Philippines. Also, we discuss the FBI’s latest raid on Biden; the anniversary of the Myanmar Coup; and Shell’s controversial end of year profits. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 ...

Feb 02, 202310 minEp. 368

Everything Happening in February (Almost)

Sign up for to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/tldrnewsuk Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s Daily Briefing, we run through (just about) everything that’s happening in February. Also, we discuss The Pope’s speech in Africa; an infamous Italian Anarchist being moved to a different jail; and the botched HMS Vanguard glue repair. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrne...

Feb 01, 20238 minEp. 367

The Plan to Defeat Erdogan

Sign up for to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Turkey’s upcoming Presidential elections, and what it means for Erdogan. Also, we look at the new drug trial being tested in Canada; Ben Gvir’s take on the death penalty; and China easing up on the child policy. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/...

Jan 31, 20239 minEp. 366

Did Israel Strike Iran?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s Daily Briefing, we run through the multiple drone strikes in Iran. Also, we discuss the deadly explosion at a mosque in Pakistan; the intense phone call between Johnson and Putin; and Australia losing a radioactive substance. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: ht...

Jan 30, 20238 minEp. 365

Revolutionising Politics: Could AI Change the Game?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through ChatGPT, what it is, what it means, and how politicians are getting involved. Also, we discuss the death of Tyre Nichols; Denmark wanting to scrap a public holiday; and the upcoming Czech election. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http:/...

Jan 27, 20239 minEp. 364

Russian Gains: Do They Matter?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the advances made by Russia in Ukraine, and what this means for the war. Also, we look at the Israeli raid in Jenin; the no confidence vote in Greece; and The Pope speaks out on LGBTQ+. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagr...

Jan 26, 20238 minEp. 363

Could Pence's Secret Documents Help Trump and Biden?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing Today we run through how Mike Pence has landed himself in hot water over classified documents. Also, we discuss the Doomsday Clock inching closer to midnight; North Korea sent into lockdown; and Lebanese politicians charged for the 2020 Beirut explosion. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsu...

Jan 25, 20238 minEp. 362

Why Might Finland Join NATO Without Sweden?

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Finland might be ditching Sweden and joining NATO independently. Also, corruption in the Ukraine government; in update on the treason charges in Germany; and Burkina Faso terminating their agreement with France. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸...

Jan 24, 20239 minEp. 361

What Next? Jacinda Ardern Quits

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through what’s next for New Zealand after Ardern resigned, and the appointment of the new Prime Minister. Also, we discuss the updates on German tanks for Ukraine; the deadly US shooting; and Japan’s fast declining birthrate. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk ...

Jan 23, 20238 minEp. 360
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