The Round News
The Round News Podcast: Daily News without the sharp edges Tired of news that is loud, biased, or overwhelming? The Round News Podcast delivers calm, fact-based updates that keep you informed without the stress. Each week, host Linda McCauley shares concise and balanced summaries of the top stories, highlights underreported news you might have missed, and explains why each story matters. Special episodes take a deeper look with thoughtful commentary, full transcripts of speeches, and context you can trust. Stay grounded. Stay informed. Hear the news without the noise.
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August 22
In recent days, several significant developments have emerged on the global stage. U.S. Vice President JD Vance emphasized a cautious approach to security guarantees for Ukraine, suggesting a potential shift towards European leadership in the ongoing conflict with Russia. Meanwhile, Taiwan announced plans to increase its defense spending amid rising regional tensions with China. In the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the Isr...
And the Donald Trump and Macron hot mic moment
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August 19th
In a period marked by significant developments, key stories have emerged over the past 48 hours. President Trump suggested that Ukrainian President Zelensky could swiftly end the war with Russia, highlighting ongoing diplomatic complexities. Meanwhile, UN negotiations for a treaty on plastic pollution have stalled due to differing national priorities. In financial news, traders are awaiting insights from Fed Chair Powell...
Listen to the transcript of the Putin/Trump Press Conference on 8/15/25
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August 18th weekend update
President Trump described his recent summit with President Putin in Alaska as productive, although it concluded without a ceasefire agreement regarding Ukraine. Meanwhile, Hurricane Erin has intensified to a Category 4 storm, prompting local authorities in the Caribbean to prepare for potential severe weather impacts. Additionally, approximately 500 visitors at Grand Teton National Park may have been expos...
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Here is the summary of the news for the last 48 hours. Headlines and links to the original articles are provided below.
In the past 48 hours, significant developments in global politics, technology, and environmental concerns took place. Turkey and Syria bolstered their mutual defense capabilities under shared concerns about Israe...
August 14th
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In the past two days, important developments across sectors have transpired. The AI start-up, Perplexity, has proposed an unexpected $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome amidst monopoly concerns. Detain...
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Over the past 48 hours, key developments in both national and international news unfolded. The U.S designated Baloch insurgents as terrorists, indicating improved relations with Pakistan. The Supreme Court'...
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