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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 Germany Withholding Tanks from Ukraine?

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 discuss whether or not the West will send tanks to Ukraine as requested by President Zelenskyy. Also, we’ll run through the US not making an appearance at Davos; King Charles feeling charitable; and China lifting the ban on Marvel. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsu...

Jan 20, 20239 minEp. 359

Why is France Uniting Against Macron?

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 discuss just why trade unions are joining together in France to strike against Macron. Also, we run through the newest police checks in the UK; New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern resigning; and Netanyahu’s minister being revoked. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 In...

Jan 19, 202310 minEp. 358

Zelenskyy’s Minister Dies in Crash

In today’s episode, we discuss the tragedy surrounding the helicopter crash in Ukraine. Also, we look at why Greta Thunberg was arrested in Germany; the charges laid against protesters in Brazil; & the high ranking meeting between China & the US. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 🗣 Discord: https://tldrnews.co.uk/discord/ 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA...

Jan 18, 20238 minEp. 357

Why is Scotland’s Gender Reform Being Blocked?

In today’s episode, we run through Scotland’s Gender Reform Bill, and why the UK have blocked it from law. Also, we look at the drop in China’s population, and the resignation of both German’s Defense Minister, and Vietnam’s President. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 🗣 Discord: https://tldrnews.co.uk/discord/ 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA Support TLDR on Pa...

Jan 17, 202310 minEp. 356

Will Belarus Join the War in Ukraine?

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 joint military drills from Russia and Belarus, and what this means for the war in Ukraine. Also we discuss the ongoing protests in Israel; the arrest of Italy’s most wanted Mafia boss; and a plane crash in Nepal. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk �...

Jan 16, 20238 minEp. 355

Russia Claims Victory in Soledar

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 Russia’s claims of taking victory in Soledar. Also, we look at how Biden is in even more trouble; UAE appointing their COP28 president; and Sweden discovering rare earth metals. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagra...

Jan 13, 20238 minEp. 354

Is Russia Making Progress in Ukraine?

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 look at the reported capture of the Ukrainian town of Soledar. Also, we run through the uranium that has been found at Heathrow Airport; Macron’s troubled battle with pension; and more updates on the Peru protests. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Insta...

Jan 11, 20239 minEp. 353

Could Classified Documents Hurt Biden?

In today’s episode, we discuss how hypocritical secret documents could potentially hurt Biden. Also, we run through the latest breakthrough in the never ending UK-EU Trade Deal; China restricting tourist visas; and the egg shortage in New Zealand. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 🗣 Discord: https://tldrnews.co.uk/discord/ 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA Suppor...

Jan 10, 20239 minEp. 352

What The Hell Just Happened in Brazil?

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 Brazil’s own Jan 6th attack as Bolsonaro supporters stormed congress. Also, we discuss what Turkey wants that Sweden can’t give; China struggling with COVID; and why journalists are being arrested in South Sudan. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 In...

Jan 09, 20239 minEp. 351

Why Ukraine Rejected Putin's Ceasefire

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 episde, we discuss the 36-hour ceasefire put forward by Putin, & how Ukraine has reacted. Also, we’ll be running through the arrest of El Chapo’s son amid unrest in Mexico; the most recent Twitter hack; & why Iran has retaliated against France. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

Jan 06, 20239 minEp. 350

What the Hell is Going on in Congress?

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 discuss the past few disastrous days in US congress. Also, we run through the newest reveal into Prince Harry and Prince William’s relationship; Ukraine requesting tanks from the west; & why Taiwan has detained military officers. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnew...

Jan 05, 20239 minEp. 349

Was This Russia's Worst Mistake in the Ukraine War So Far?

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 deadly strike for Russia, & just how it happened. Also, we’ll be running through why the Polish government are looking for reparations from Germany; Ben-Gvir’s controversial visit; & why UK MP’s are wearing stab vests. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

Jan 04, 20238 minEp. 348

Why are Republicans Struggling to Replace Nancy Pelosi?

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 the first Daily Briefing of 2023, we run through who might replace Nancy Pelosi as speaker of the House of Representatives. Also; the Japanese Government to give ¥1m to families; Leo Varadkar reflects on Brexit; and the Ukraine strike in Russia. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 I...

Jan 03, 20238 minEp. 347

Meet the Daily Briefing Team

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily In today's special episode, Jack sits down with the Ben, Rory, and Scarlett to give you all in insight as to what a day to day looks like for the Daily Briefing Team, and what you can expect from the future of TLDR Daily. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://ww...

Dec 30, 202221 minEp. 346

(Just About) Everything that Happened in 2022

Sign up for a CuriosityStream subscription and also get a FREE Nebula subscription (the streaming platform built by creators): http://CuriosityStream.com/TLDRdaily In today's episode, we run through some of the most important events of 2022, including protests from around the world; governments collapsing and building back up; the ongoing invasion in Ukraine; and of course countless elections. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok:...

Dec 29, 202221 minEp. 345

(Almost) Everything Happening in Politics in 2023

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 discuss everything that’s happening in politics in 2023. We also discuss the new Scotland Gender Reform Bill; the updates regarding the January 6th investigation in the US; a story about a possible Russian spy in Germany. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk �...

Dec 23, 202210 minEp. 344

What happened at the Biden/Zelenskyy Meeting?

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 what happened at the meeting between President Biden and President Zelenskyy. We also discuss the newly formed Israeli government; the fallout from the Fiji election; the impact of ambulance strikes in the UK. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk �...

Dec 22, 202210 minEp. 343

Why is Zelenskyy Visiting the US?

In today’s Daily Briefing, we discuss President Zelenskyy’s visit to the US. We also look at the Taliban’s ban on women attending universities in Afghanistan; the UK’s winter of strikes; and a falling out between Mexico and Peru. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 🗣 Discord: https://tldrnews.co.uk/discord/ 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA Support TLDR on Patreon:...

Dec 21, 20228 minEp. 342

Could Trump be Charged for the Jan 6 Insurrection?

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 The Jan 6th Committee recommends criminal charges against Donald Trump. Also: the Dutch prime minister apologises for the country’s role in slavery; Sweden blocks an extradition to Turkey; and China faces a Covid wave after easing restrictions. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Insta...

Dec 20, 202210 minEp. 341

Is Musk Finally Done With Twitter?

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 look aty just what Elon Musk is getting up to on Twitter next… also, we run through Putin’s upcoming meeting with the Belarusian leader; the Tunisian election that took place over the weekend; and the UK Rwanda plan update. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk...

Dec 19, 20229 minEp. 340

How Japan will Soon have the World's 3rd Biggest Military

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 discuss just how Japan is planning on building up their military. Also, we look into why the mayor of Istanbul has been sentenced to prison; the updates from the EU scandal; and why Elon Musk is taking legal action against a student. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

Dec 16, 20229 minEp. 339

Could Peru’s Political Crisis Cause an Election?

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 discuss the ongoing political crisis in Peru, and the deadly protests that have followed. Also, we run through the change in Barbados’ LGBT law; the latest prisoner swap in Ukraine; and the migrant boat sinking in the UK. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://w...

Dec 15, 20229 minEp. 338

Left & Right Unite: Denmark's Strange New Government

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 Denmark gets an unusual new government. Also: the EU and Hungary strike a deal; violence breaks out in Brazil; and China’s Covid approach continues to shift. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews �...

Dec 14, 20229 minEp. 337

Crypto King Arrested: WTF Happened to FTX?

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 Bankrupt ‘crypto king’ Sam Bankman-Fried is arrested in the Bahamas. Also: Musk’s latest moves at Twitter; India and China clash at their disputed border; and a political dispute about dogs in South Korea. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnews...

Dec 13, 20229 minEp. 336

Bags of Cash, Qatar, Corruption: The EU Parliament Scandal

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 discuss a scandal that has rocked the EU parliament. We also discuss updates in the war in Ukraine; a Democrat senator leaving the party; and Erdogan’s war of words. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikT...

Dec 12, 20229 minEp. 335

Why Did America Release the Merchant of Death?

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 though how America traded Brittney Griner for the Merchant of Death. Also, we discuss the legistration of the Respect for Marriage Act; a new UK fighter jet; and South Korea getting younger. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.ins...

Dec 09, 20229 minEp. 334

Coup, Impeachment, New President: Peru’s Crazy 24 Hours

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 past 24 hours in Peru, including the arrest of the former president, & the swearing in of a brand new one. Also, we discuss Putin’s latest nuke plans; an execution in Iran; & UK’s first coal mine in 30 years. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/t...

Dec 08, 20229 minEp. 333

How Georgia Dealt Another Blow to Trump

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 Democrats win in Georgia, securing a 51st Senate seat. Also: Argentina’s vice-president is found guilty of corruption; China eases its Covid rules after protests; and German police arrest dozens plotting a coup. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tl...

Dec 07, 20228 minEp. 332

How Can Russian War Crimes Be Prosecuted?

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 discuss the potential prosecution of Russian War Crimes. Also, we run through Malta and their upcoming abortion law changes; Indonesia's new criminal code; and a military agreement for Sudan. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instag...

Dec 06, 20229 minEp. 331

What Happened to Russia's Bombed Airfields?

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 discuss the attack on Russian airfields. We also look at whether Bulgaria, Croatia, and Romania will be added to the Schengen area; the possible abolition of Iran's morality police; and Labour's plans to change the UK constitution. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tl...

Dec 05, 20228 minEp. 330
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