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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

Is the Israel-Gaza Conflict About to Spread?

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the Hamas deputy leader killed in a drone strike in Beirut. Also, we discuss updates to the investigation into the Haneda Airport crash; Trump attempting to appeal his ballot ban; and the UK’s longest NHS strike begins. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tld...

Jan 03, 20249 minEp. 571

Why Ethiopia is About to Recognise Somaliland

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland. Also, we discuss the South Korean opposition leader stabbed in Busan; the fallout from the earthquake in Japan; & Romania and Bulgaria to join the Schengen area. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk...

Jan 02, 20249 minEp. 570

Swedish Rocket hits Norway & Other Strange Stories from 2023

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In this end of year special of the Daily Briefing, we look at the bizarre and underreported stories from the past year. From humans in bear suits, to Elon Musk having a surprising supporter, 2023 was full of weird and usual stories from across the world. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tld...

Dec 29, 202310 minEp. 569

Is The UN About to Back Gaza?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI In today’s episode, we run through whether or not the US will back the new UN resolution for a Gaza ceasefire. Also, we discuss why the French embassy is closing in Niger; officials talk through the US-Mexico border; & China curbs online gaming. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/t...

Dec 22, 20239 minEp. 568

China Warns That it Will Reunify With Taiwan

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Xi telling Biden about his plan to reunify Taiwan. Also, we discuss the prisoner swap between Venezuela and the US; why Ireland is planning on suing the UK; and the Congolese election extended amid voting chaos. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 ...

Dec 21, 20239 minEp. 567

Will Trump Be Banned From The 2024 Election?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Colorado’s Supreme Court decision to ban Trump from the ballot. Also, we discuss Macron’s controversial immigration law; a former Haitian senator sentenced; and a volcano erupts in Iceland. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www....

Dec 20, 20239 minEp. 566

Why is Berlin Re-Running the 2021 Election?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Germany is needing a re-run of their 2021 election. Also, we discuss the new migration law put forward in Texas; the deadly earthquake in China; the US led Red Sea coalition; & Bill C-18 comes into effect in Canada. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tl...

Dec 19, 20237 minEp. 565

Why Chile Rejected (another) New Constitution

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Chile rejecting yet another draft constitution. Also, we discuss President Aleksandar Vucic continuing to dominate Serbian politics; Jimmy Lai’s trial begins; and the US to push Israel into scaling back the war in Gaza. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrne...

Dec 18, 20238 minEp. 564

EU Agrees to Open Membership Talks with Ukraine

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the updates surrounding Ukraine EU Accession. Also, we discuss the security breach in the Indian Parliament; what happened at the meeting between Venezuela & Guyana Presidents; & the upcoming Serbia elections. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnews...

Dec 15, 20239 minEp. 563

What Happened at Putin's Conference?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through what the Russian President said during the ‘Direct Line with Vladimir Putin. Also, we discuss the EU unblocking Hungary funds; leaders of Venezuela and Guyana meet; and Biden’s impeachment inquiry. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: htt...

Dec 14, 20238 minEp. 562

The UN Demands a Gaza Ceasefire: What Happens Now?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the UN voting overwhelmingly in favour for a ceasefire in Gaza. Also, we discuss Houthi rebels striking a Norwegian ship; the historic COP28 agreement; and the Thai MP jailed for six years on Royal insult charges. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk �...

Dec 13, 20238 minEp. 561

Why Have the UN Pulled Out of Mali?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the UN pulling out of Mali after a decade-long mission. Also, we discuss the missing Russian opposition; whether or not Trump will be granted Presidential immunity; and COP28 under fire for weak promises. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagr...

Dec 12, 20239 minEp. 560

Guatemala Coup Attempt: What's Going On?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the alleged attempted coup taking place in Guatemala. Also, we discuss the huge drop in turnout for the Hong Kong elections; India revoking the status of Jammu and Kashmir; & Donald Tusk set to become Polish PM. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk...

Dec 11, 20239 minEp. 559

What is the UN's Article 99 and Why Was it Triggered?

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the United Nations invoking Article 99, and what this means. Also, we discuss why the UK Immigration Minister has resigned; the explosion in Seychelles; US Senate blocking funding; & Ukraine assassinates a former MP. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrn...

Dec 07, 20239 minEp. 558

Why Ireland is Holding Another Referendum

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Ireland is holding yet another referendum. Also, we discuss the US introducing bans on visas in the West Bank; the accidental drone strike in Nigeria; and why maths and reading skills are in decline for teenagers. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnews...

Dec 06, 20239 minEp. 557

Israel Pushes Further South into Gaza

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI In today’s episode, we run through the IDF invading the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis. Also, we discuss Netanyahu’s corruption trial continuing; Cleverly’s UK migrant package; Tesla workers strike in Denmark; & the GTA VI trailer leaked 15 hours early. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.inst...

Dec 05, 20238 minEp. 556

Why the Red Sea Has Become a New Battleground

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the attacks on international ships in the Red Sea. Also, we discuss the results from the Venezuela referendum; France purposefully going against an ECHR ruling; and results from the state elections in India. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Inst...

Dec 04, 20239 minEp. 555

Why a Riot Erupted in Dublin

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why a riot has erupted in Dublin. Also, we discuss the temporary ceasefire starting in Gaza; Finland closing all but one border into Russia; and New Zealand finally forms new government. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.ins...

Nov 24, 20239 minEp. 554

What the Hell Just Happened in the Dutch Election?!

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the far-right taking a victory in the Dutch election. Also, we discuss the Russian actress killed in a Ukrainian strike; Chancellor Jeremy Hunt promises to cut UK taxes; & a new health risk found for deep space explorers. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

Nov 23, 202310 minEp. 553

Israel & Hamas Agree to a Four-Day Ceasefire

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the agreement from both Israel and Hamas to hold a 4-day ceasefire. Also, we discuss the US airstrikes in Iraq; North Korea successfully launching a spy satellite; and same-sex marriage approval in Thailand.. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Ins...

Nov 22, 20239 minEp. 552

Opposition MPs Light Fire in Albanian Parliament

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the Albanian opposition setting a fire in Parliament. Also, we discuss the crisis at OpenAI after CEO firing; updates to the UK COVID inquiry; more progress towards a Gaza ceasefire; & a huge mafia trial in Italy. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnews...

Nov 21, 20239 minEp. 551

How Javier Milei Won Argentina's Presidential Election

Order Too Long Now: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Get 20% of with the code: TLDRDAILY Watch The Reveal: https://youtu.be/KIeHgzAdscI Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss Argentina’s new president: Javier Milei. Also, we run through the Israeli ship hijacked by Houthi rebels; Nicaragua leaving the Organization of American States; and progress towards a temporary ceasefire in Gaza. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Ins...

Nov 20, 202310 minEp. 550

Biden Calls Xi a 'Dictator'

Receive 10% off anything from Bellroy: https://bit.ly/46wacqc Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the details of Biden and Xi’s meeting in California. Also, we discuss the claims of toxicity in the UK Ministry of Defence; George Santos’ investigation is concluded; and Israel plans for another military operation. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got a T...

Nov 17, 20239 minEp. 549

Republican Mega-Donors Back Nikki Hale

In today’s episode, we run through whether or not Nikki Haley could be the next U.S President. Also, we run through why UK Labour MPs are rebelling against Starmer; Trump accused of ‘Nazi Language’; and the IDF destroying the Palestinian Parliament. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA Support TLDR on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/...

Nov 16, 202310 minEp. 548

Why Protests Have Broken out in Spain

Receive 10% off anything from Bellroy: https://bit.ly/46wacqc Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the current unrest in Spain, and if Sanchez will remain Prime Minister. Also, we discuss the UK Supreme Court’s refugee ruling; Xi arriving in San Francisco to meet Biden; & the US approves temporary spending bill. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got ...

Nov 15, 202310 minEp. 547

What's Going on at the Al-Shifa Hospital?

Receive 10% off anything from Bellroy: https://bit.ly/46wacqc Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the intense fighting taking place in Gaza hospitals. Also, we discuss the accidental retreat statement from Russia; why Nepal has banned TikTok; Iceland’s state of emergency; and harassment reports in UK McDonald’s. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got a T...

Nov 14, 20239 minEp. 546

Why David Cameron is Back in Government

Use our link to get a 10% discount on any Bellroy product from their entire range: https://bit.ly/46wacqc Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the shocking return of David Cameron to UK politics. Also, we discuss the UN warning of a genocide in Sudan; the visa pact between Australia and Tuvalu; and Pope Francis dismisses an American Bishop. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tik...

Nov 13, 202310 minEp. 545

Why Russia was Kicked Out of the World Court

Sign up 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 how Russia failed to get a seat in the International Court of Justice. Also, we discuss a potential UK Cabinet reshuffle; a Spanish politician shot in Madrid; the SAG-AFTRA strike finally ends; & airstrikes in Gaza. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram....

Nov 10, 20238 minEp. 544

Turkey's Constitutional Crisis Explained

Sign up 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 the constitutional crisis hitting Turkey. Also, we discuss the US military carrying out airstrikes in Syria; Sanchez granting amnesty to Catalan politicians; & Ukraine claiming responsibility for Russian official death. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instag...

Nov 09, 20239 minEp. 543

The G7 Agrees to Humanitarian Pauses

Sign up 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 foreign ministers at G7 calling for humanitarian pauses in Gaza. Also, we discuss King Charles’ first speech as monarch; why the Portuguese Prime Minister resigned; & the Euclid Telescope starts its search for dark matter. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.ins...

Nov 08, 20238 minEp. 542
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