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Daily News- Global Briefing Daily

Stay informed with Global Briefing Daily, your go-to podcast for the most important global news from around the world, delivered every day. Hosted by seasoned journalists, this podcast covers a wide range of topics, from breaking news, politics, and economics to science, technology, and culture. Whether you're commuting, working out, or relaxing at home, get a concise, clear, and accurate summary of the top stories shaping our world, all in one easy-to-digest episode. Tune in to Global Briefing Daily on Spotify and stay ahead of the curve with the latest updates and insightful analysis of what

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October 19, 2025 49 mins

A fragile ceasefire in the Gaza region is under its most severe test yet following Israeli strikes launched in retaliation for alleged attacks on its forces. Residents reported significant violence, including airstrikes and tank fire, resulting in casualties, including at least one woman. Israeli leadership ordered a forceful response to what they described as violations by Hamas militants. However, Hamas maintains its commitment t...

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Nationwide "No Kings" protests against President Donald Trump’s policies are expected to draw thousands across all 50 U.S. states, with organizers planning 2,600 rallies. Civil libertarians have issued warnings that participants may be targeted for federal government surveillance, utilizing an array of advanced technology. Federal agencies, notably the Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcem...

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  • Hamas frees final Israeli hostages as Trump declares “long nightmare” over; Gaza ceasefire begins.

  • Trump urges Israel’s president to pardon Netanyahu: “Cigars and champagne—who the hell cares?”

  • Madagascar’s president flees after Gen Z uprising over power outages; French military airlifts him out.

  • Dutch government seizes China-owned chipmaker Nexperia in shocking tech takeover to block IP transfer.

  • Android’s new “reverse design” pho...

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This Episode is based  primarily on articles and interviews featuring Robert David Steele, an advocate for intelligence reform and Open Source Everything Engineering (OSEE), present a series of highly critical, conspiracy-oriented analyses of global and American politics. Steele repeatedly asserts that the "Deep State" and "Zionists," along with the "Khazarian Mafia," are the true enemies of the United...

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 U.S. President Donald Trump's actions and influence across various domains. Domestically, there is coverage of a major regional bank merger and the fast-tracking of an autism-related drug by the U.S. Health Secretary, while legally, the Supreme Court is addressing major cases concerning presidential powers and has rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal in the Epstein sex trafficking case. Internationally, President Trump is p...

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What happens when the world’s last great commons becomes a stage for global power struggles? In this episode, we explore insights from Geopolitical Change and the Antarctic Treaty System, a collection that examines the mounting pressures facing the ATS. From illegal fishing battles within the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) to the contested creation of marine protected areas, the governa...

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In this episode, we unpack Rashid Khalidi’s The Hundred Years War on Palestine, a groundbreaking history that reframes the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the lens of settler colonialism and indigenous resistance. Drawing from his own family’s experiences, Khalidi illustrates the vibrancy of pre-1948 Palestinian society and the early recognition of Zionism’s intent to displace the native population. We trace the pivotal roles ...

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  • Japan could crown first woman PM or youngest leader as LDP showdown looms Saturday

  • Beijing warns new HK U.S. consul; Washington shrugs off “interference” accusations

  • Foreign students plunge: U.S. campuses slash budgets amid visa crackdowns and research cuts.

  • Israel seizes Gaza aid flotilla; Greta Thunberg says she was abducted as protests erupt worldwide.

  • Turkey slams “thuggery” as 443 activists detained; mass expulsions expected n...

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US 21-point plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza and establishing a path toward a Palestinian state. Crafted largely by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, the proposal was shared with Arab and Muslim nations and outlines steps such as the release of all hostages within 48 hours, immediate cessation of hostilities, and the withdrawal of the IDF. Furthermore, the plan includes a commitment to the demilitarization and de-radicalization o...

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  • Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on Foreign Films: President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social his intention to impose a 100% tariff on all movies made outside the U.S. The move has created uncertainty in Hollywood, as studio executives and trade analysts question the legal authority and practical implementation of such a tariff, especially given the global nature of modern film production.1


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In the aftermath of World War II, NATO, the CIA, and MI6 built clandestine "stay-behind" armies across Europe, ostensibly to fight a Soviet invasion. But in practice, these networks—most notoriously Italy’s Operation Gladio—were tied to political manipulation, antidemocratic actions, and even terror campaigns designed to discredit the left. In this episode, we uncover how these secret armies operated outside public oversi...

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In this episode, we break down how power really works—beyond the headlines. Drawing from understanding power, we uncover how governments and corporations use military spending, media narratives, and education systems to protect economic interests and suppress dissent. From silenced labor movements to hidden propaganda techniques, and from foreign interventions to the struggle for true democracy, this is a deep dive into the mechani...

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Dive into the secretive world of Allen Dulles, the man who shaped U.S. intelligence and foreign policy from World War II through the Cold War. Explore his controversial career as CIA Director, including his involvement in covert coups, political assassinations, and dealings with former Nazis. We unpack his complex relationships with leaders like Eisenhower and JFK, the fallout from the Bay of Pigs, and his role in controlling the n...

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In this episode, we unpack the controversial and widely discussed book The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy by John J. Mearsheimer and Stephen M. Walt. Since its release in 2007, the book has fueled ongoing debate about the role of the Israel lobby in shaping American foreign policy and U.S. relations with the Middle East.


We explore the authors’ core arguments—how America’s unwavering support for Israel evolved, the strateg...

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Donald Trump's significant influence on US domestic and foreign policy, including trade disputes with Canada, his administration's withdrawal from UNESCO, and legal actions against media outlets, alongside accusations of treason against Barack Obama. Migration and humanitarian crises are also prominent, with reports of a man rescued attempting to cross from Morocco to Spain, mass deportations of Afghan refugees from Iran, and sever...

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The conflict in Gaza escalated as Israeli tanks entered Deir al-Balah for the first time, an area where the military believes hostages may be held. The push has displaced hundreds more Palestinians. In the last 24 hours, Gaza's Health Ministry reported at least 130 Palestinians killed. The incursion has drawn sharp international condemnation, with 25 Western nations, including France and the UK, issuing a joint statement callin...

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Trump's Vein Condition Sparks Health Fears
White House reveals President Trump has chronic venous insufficiency causing leg swelling, plus hand bruising from handshakes and aspirin use. Doctor assures no serious issues, but photos of swollen ankles and makeup-covered hands fuel online rumors. Experts note it's common in over-70s, treatable with stockings and elevation, but it raises questions about the 79-year-old's ...

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Israel Unleashes Airstrikes on Damascus to Shield Druze

Israel launched devastating airstrikes in Damascus, obliterating part of Syria's defense ministry and striking near the presidential palace to protect the Druze community from government attacks. The assault, amid clashes killing scores in Sweida, marks a bold escalation against Syria's new Islamist-led regime. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio claims fighting will en...

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Putin's Unyielding Stance Against Trump Threats

Russian President Vladimir Putin is digging in his heels, vowing to press on in Ukraine despite Donald Trump's fresh arsenal of weapons for Kyiv and looming 100% tariffs on Russian oil buyers. Sources close to the Kremlin reveal Putin's belief that Russia's war economy can outlast Western sanctions, demanding NATO non-expansion and Ukrainian neutrality as non-negotiable...

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Legal Earthquake in Washington
Nearly two-thirds of the U.S. Justice Department’s Federal Programs Branch has quit since President Trump’s re-election, drained by the torrent of lawsuits challenging his signature policies and fears of being pushed to bend the law in court. The mass exodus robs the administration of veteran litigators just as legal battles over birth-right citizenship curbs and Harvard funding cuts intensify, rai...

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