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Paris CallingLu Min, Nanjing — Chinese Fiction & Universal TruthsLu Min is an award-winning Chinese novelist, best known for such works as Dinner for Six, This Love Could Not Be Delivered and The Man Who Could Not Die, which have been translated into a dozen languages, bringing her perceptive eye and an authentic Chinese perspective to readers around the world.Born in the countryside of Jiangsu Province, she cycled through jobs as a post office clerk, journalist, accountant, and secretary from the age of 17, only later realizing — through quiet moments spent observing the lives of others—that writing was her true calling.Speaking with Paris Cal...
2025-12-1518 min
Paris CallingAlia Ibrahim, Beirut — Curious Journalists & Arab IndependenceAlia Ibrahim is a leading Lebanese journalist and media innovator, known for her work at The Daily Star, The Washington Post, and Al Arabiya, and as the co-founder and CEO of Daraj Media, an award-winning independent Arabic news platform recognized for its investigative reporting and regional impact.A pioneer in the region, she is among the rare female reporters to have covered from the frontlines across the Middle East, navigating conflict, censorship, and the responsibility of representing her community in global media. For Ibrahim, journalism is a way of life shaped by curiosity, courage, and a relentless...
2025-12-0209 min
Paris CallingGaspard Koenig, Paris — Freedom & Enlightenment FarmingGaspard Koenig is one of France’s most original public intellectuals — a philosopher, novelist, founder of the GenerationLibre think tank, and even a one-time presidential candidate.When he isn’t writing or debating ideas, Koenig can often be found tending to his garden and horses on a small farm in Normandy, exploring what he calls his “down-to-earth era.” For him, the countryside is not a retreat but a way to reflect on how humans truly connect with their environment.Speaking with Paris Calling, Koenig delves into the distinction between land and soil, his journey from a months-l...
2025-11-1222 min
Paris CallingShi Yang Shi, Milan — Acting & IdentityShi Yang Shi is a Chinese-Italian actor, translator, and author, best known for his roles in Italian films and television, including Go Go Tales, Tradita, and Enea, as well as his appearances on the satirical TV show Le Iene.Born in Ji'nan, China, and raised in Italy from the age of 11, he has become a familiar face on Italian screens while carving out a career that bridges cultures and languages.Yang talks to Paris Calling about his journey from a privileged childhood in China to years of struggle as an immigrant in Italy before acting...
2025-10-2215 min
Paris CallingDiariata N’Diaye, Nantes — Slam Poetry & Sexual ViolenceDiariata N’Diaye is a French slam poet and activist who has become one of France’s leading figures in the battle against sexism and sexual violence. Speaking with Paris Calling, the self-described “artivist” retraces how her dual French-Senegalese upbringing shaped her personality, including a forced marriage in Senegal, which prompted her to start writing her first songs that were private expressions of what she couldn’t say to anyone else.N’Diaye later emerged as a powerful slam poet, and went on to found Résonantes, an association raising awareness among young people about sexual violen...
2025-10-0716 min
Paris CallingKarol Noroña, Quito — Cartels & Coming HomeKarol Noroña is an Ecuadorian investigative journalist from Quito whose reporting on organized crime, prison massacres, and state collusion forced her into exile in 2023 after repeated death threats from members of the Lobos cartel. She returned to her hometown in June 2024 to present her book Ausencias, a collection of reportages on violence in Ecuador.Speaking with Paris Calling, Noroña retraces how the 2018 kidnapping and murder of three El Comercio colleagues pushed her away from cultural journalism and into chronicling Ecuador’s descent from “island of peace” to Latin America’s most violent nation. She reflects on the deep h...
2025-09-2422 min
Paris CallingChantal Lamarre, Montréal — Comedy & the QueenChantal Lamarre is a well-known Canadian comedian, actor, and TV presenter, known best for her place in Quebecois television programs like Infoman and Les Trois Mousquetaires, radio shows like ICI Première, and most recently in her live show Steppettes et Cornemuse. Lamarre talks to Paris Calling about going from being a shy child to an outspoken performer, the challenges of sexism in showbusiness, and the need for entertainment in the current political climate. A Montréal native, she also spoke about the roots of Quebecois and French-Canadian humor. Her English voice is produced with the help of AI vo...
2025-09-1018 min
Paris CallingIntroducing: Paris CallingThis is Paris Calling, where each week we encounter a notable person from somewhere around the world. We are breaking new ground by bringing non-English interviews into English with the use of AI tools that allow us to translate our guest’s words, without changing their voice. Founded in 2011, Worldcrunch is a pioneering global news outlet that brings the world’s best reporting into English. We deliver a truly international view on the news by working with the best media outlets to select, translate and adapt the stories that matter for a worldwide audience.
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Paris CallingFrancesco Zizola, Rome — Photojournalism & the AlgorithmFranceso Zizola is an acclaimed Italian photojournalist, having won major awards, including World Press Photo of the Year in 1997, along with more than a dozen awards from the World Press Photo Foundation. His latest book Diaries is a journey through some of his most celebrated images over a 40-year career. But the lifelong Roman also spoke with Paris Calling about his worries about the current state of photography – and our societies as a whole – in the era of the algorithm. This is Paris Calling, where each week we encounter a notable person from somewhere around the world. We are...
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6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIran's Domestic Crackdown After Israel's Infiltration - June 27Today:Iran carries out a wave of arrests and executions in the wake of Tehran’s conflict with Israel. Ukraine says it’s halted Russia’s advance in the northern Sumy region;Security forces disperse Togo protesters demanding the president’s resignation;Our More Than A Minute feature today, courtesy of French daily Le Figaro, examines how the introduction of AI is prompting some companies to justify job cuts;And our daily quiz question encounters a critical error.This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch...
2025-06-2706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchAfter Iran, Trump Has New Leverage To Push Netanyahu For Gaza Truce — June 26Gaza mediators are intensifying their ceasefire efforts and in our More Than A Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at how the U.S. success in ending the missile exchanges between Israel and Iran could be extended to the conflict in Gaza.In other news,EU leaders are meeting to discuss tougher sanctions on Russia and our daily quiz question comes from a cave in Poland. Bertrand Hauger guides you through the news.This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you...
2025-06-2606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTolstoy To Trump: When War And Peace Is Reduced To An All-Caps Tweet — June 25U.S.-brokered Iran-Israel ceasefire is holding into a second day; NATO leaders are set to back Donald Trump’s increased defense spending target; and our daily quiz question is about a social media milestone. Ava Arcoleo guides you through the news.In our More Than A Minute feature today, Philippe Gélie, the foreign editor of French daily Le Figaro, offers his take on President Trump’s unusual approach to statecraft.This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tour du mo...
2025-06-2506 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTrump, Tehran And The Choreography Of A Surprise Ceasefire — June 24U.S. President Donald Trump announced a surprise ceasefire between Israel and Iran. And in our More Than A Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski examines how Trump seized an opportunity to attempt to end the war. Israeli forces fire on people waiting in line for aid in Gaza; NATO leaders arrive in The Hague for two-day summit and our daily quiz question is about a killer animal. Emma Albright guides you through the news. This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts br...
2025-06-2406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNetanyahu Is Now Master Of The Middle East, But He Can’t Go Far Without The Saudis — June 23Today:Iran threatens retaliation following the U.S. strikes on its nuclear sites over the weekend. For more on this, in our More Than A Minute feature, French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at how the U.S. intervention in Iran has strengthened Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s position;a suicide bombing at a Damascus church kills 22;Spain reaches a defense spending deal with NATO ahead of the alliance’s annual summit;and our daily quiz question is about a world record set in Thailand.-------------------This is Six Minutes, the seriousl...
2025-06-2306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIranian And European Foreign Ministers In Geneva — June 20Russian drones strike Odessa; UK lawmakers are set to vote on a landmark assisted dying bill; and European foreign ministers are meeting. Anne-Sophie Goninet guides you through the top news headlines for Friday, June 20. Then, in our More Than A Minute, Emma Albright takes us back to the early hours of the Israel-Iran war last week, when videos emerged from neighboring Lebanon and Syria showing people out partying, dancing and smoking hookah water pipes — as missiles soared overhead.And finally, today’s daily quiz question is about our beloved pets.This is Six Minut...
2025-06-2006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchThree Factors Are Pushing Trump To The Brink Of Entering The Iran War — June 19The conflict between Israel and Iran continues to escalate. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is giving mixed signals about whether the U.S. will get directly involved in the conflict. In our More Than A Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski examines three factors that could weigh in Trump’s decision; Rwanda and Democratic Republic of the Congo agree on a draft peace deal that could end decades of conflict; Nippon Steel acquires U.S. Steel for 14.9 billion dollars and our daily quiz question comes from the depths of the ocean. Emma Albright guides you through the news.
2025-06-1906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchWhat Donald Trump Has Right About The G7 — June 18The Israel-Iran conflict has been going on now for six days; the G7 summit ends without joint statements on Ukraine and the Middle East and in our More Than A Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at the symbols behind Trump’s premature departure from the Summit; former Argentine President Kirchner begins her six-year sentence under house arrest and our daily quiz question is about a mishap in Italy’s capital.This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tour du m...
2025-06-1806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchKilling Khamenei? With Trump Adrift, Nothing Will Stop Netanyahu — June 17U.S. President Donald Trump departs from the G7 summit in Canada to deal with the conflict in the Middle East and in our More Than A Minute feature today Pierre Haski reflects on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s unambiguous goal to kill Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; at least 51 Palestinians are killed in Gaza while waiting for aid trucks; Ukraine’s capital city suffers one of its deadliest strikes by Russia; and our daily quiz question comes from the waters of Ibiza. Anne-Sophie Goninet guides you through the news.This is Six Minutes, the seri...
2025-06-1706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRegime Change In Iran May Be Wishful Thinking, And Be Careful What You Wish For – June 16The conflict is escalating between Iran and Israel as Tehran launches a major new missile attack on central Israel — for more on this, in our More Than A Minute feature today, France Inter's Pierre Haski looks at whether this conflict could be the demise of the Islamic Regime in Iran; the suspect of Minnesota politician shootings was arrested after a two-day manhunt, the G7 summit opens in Canada, and our daily quiz question is about a historical female appointment in Britain. Ava Arcoleo guides you through the news.This is Six Minutes, the seriously int...
2025-06-1606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIsrael’s Attack On Iran, And The Trap Of Perpetual War – June 13- The world braces as Israel and Iran exchange major military strikes — for more on this, in our More Than A Minute feature today, France Inter's Pierre Haski looks at the timing of Israel’s Operation Rising Lion amid Iran’s nuclear negotiations with the U.S.;- Investigators find one of two black boxes from Thursday’s Air India crash;- And our daily quiz question is about an aquatic salamander’s superpower.-----------------This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tour du monde of wha...
2025-06-1306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchLos Angeles As Staging Ground For Our Future Information Wars – June 12- Iran’s announcement that it will establish a new enrichment facility in a “secure location";- Protests over immigration raids spread across the U.S.;- A London-bound passenger plane crashes after take-off in India;- Our More Than A Minute feature, courtesy of France Inter's Pierre Haski, focuses on how a flood of misinformation is influencing the events unfolding in California.- And our daily quiz question comes from Denmark.-----------This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tou...
2025-06-1206 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchWestern Allies Impose Sanctions On Two Israeli Leaders – June 11- Dozens more Palestinians are killed in ongoing Gaza aid site shootings;- Austria mourns after school shooting;- Mass arrests in Los Angeles ensue as police enforce a partial overnight curfew amid the recent anti-immigration protests;- In our More than a Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski focuses on unprecedented sanctions from several Western nations against two Israeli far-right government ministers;- And our daily quiz question is about a Beijing auction house’s record-breaking sale. -----------This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast...
2025-06-1106 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRussia Fires Barrage of Drones and Missiles on Kyiv and Odessa – June 10- Russia has fired hundreds of drones and missiles on Kyiv and Odessa overnight in what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called “one of the biggest” attacks since the war began in 2022; - Israel is set to deport Gaza aid boat activists, as Israeli gunfire kills 17 near an aid site;- President Trump sends more federal troops to Los Angeles; - In our More Than A Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at how a flurry of diplomacy to resolve the Ukraine war has now given way to escalation on both sides...
2025-06-1006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTrump Sends In National Guard – June 9- Israeli forces capture Gaza humanitarian aid boat;- The U.S. and China hold trade talks;- In our More Than A Minute feature today, French political analyst Pierre Haski warns that Trump’s use of the military to quell domestic conflict risks sparking an authoritarian spiral.- And our daily quiz question is about a concert in Liverpool.-----------This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tour du monde of what’s being reported across the world’s...
2025-06-0906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNew Russian Air Attacks Across Ukraine — June 6- Russia targets Ukraine in a missile and drone barrage;- Gaza aid group closes all distribution sites after shootings;- Israel strikes Beirut’s southern suburbs;- In today's More Than A Minute feature, Bogota-based daily El Espectador's Sandra Álvarez takes us to the border between Mexico and the United States to see the impact on migration flows during the early days of the Trump administration;- And our daily quiz question is about a mission not-so-impossible for Tom Cruise.This is Six Minutes, the serious...
2025-06-0606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchChinese TACO? How Xi Jinping Always Stays One Step Ahead Of Trump - June 5Germany's new Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump for the first time and a Russian strike kills five in Ukraine hours after a Trump-Putin phone call.Bertrand Hauger guides you through the top news headlines for Thursday, June 5.For today’s More Than A Minute feature, Pierre Haski focuses on escalating tensions between the U.S and China after Beijing blocked rare earth exports. His piece for French public radio France Inter was translated by Worldcrunch, and the English audio was produced with the help of automated voice technology....
2025-06-0506 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchFor South Korea's New President, A High Stakes Balancing Act - June 4Aid stops in Gaza; Trump doubles steel and aluminum tariffs; and Iran’s supreme leader Khamenei rejects U.S. nuclear proposal.Rebecca Bonthius guides you through the top news headlines for Wednesday, June 4. For today’s More Than A Minute feature, Pierre Haski talks about Lee Jay-myung, South Korea's new president, as his election comes after a chaotic transitional political period. His piece for French public radio France Inter was translated by Worldcrunch, and the English audio was produced with the help of automated voice technology.And finally, today’s daily quiz question is abou...
2025-06-0406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIsraeli Forces Kill 27 Near Gaza Aid Site - June 3This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast — it's Tuesday, June 3. Let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Emma Albright guide you through the news.Today: Russia sets out punitive terms during peace talks with Ukraine; South Koreans vote to elect a new president; Our More Than A Minute feature explores the smuggling of cigarettes and hookah tobacco into Gaza; and our daily quiz question is about German candy.------------This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tour du monde of what’s being repo...
2025-06-0306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchPolish Election Dramatic Reversal - June 2Israel denies responsibility for killings at Gaza aid site; Ukraine launched drone attacks deep inside Russia; and the Polish presidential election yields an unanticipated outcome. Bertrand Hauger guides you through the top news headlines for Monday, June 2.Then our More Than A Minute feature then looks at what are known as “Ultra-processed foods.”Finally, our quiz question comes to us from the Mumbai airport. This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Worldcrunch hosts bring you on a sharp tour du monde of what’s being reported across the world’s pr...
2025-06-0206 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchHamas Rejects U.S./Israel-Backed Gaza Ceasefire Plan - May 30Hamas says proposed U.S. Gaza ceasefire plan fails to meet demands; U.S. warns Russia it should accept Ukraine ceasefire deal; and Trump’s tariffs to remain in effect for now, appeals court says. Emma Albright guides you through the top news headlines for Friday, May 30. Then, in More Than A Minute, Le Figaro’s Philippe Gelie looks at the broader dynamics going on between Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Xi Jinping. His editorial for the French daily was translated by worldcrunch, and the English audio was produced with the help of voice matching technology.And...
2025-05-3006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchU.S. Trade Court Blocks Trump's Sweeping Tariffs - May 29U.S. court blocks Trump tariffs; 37 killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, settlements approved in West Bank; and the U.S. will “aggressively” pull visas of Chinese students, says Marco Rubio. Jacob Shropshire guides you through the top news headlines for Thursday, May 29. Then, in More Than A Minute, Hagar Farouk presents a piece from Lebanon-based Arabic media Daraj about Fadel Chaker, a figure in Lebanon that is the subject of a recent documentary.And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at a possible teaser for an iconic cinema superspy. This is Six Minu...
2025-05-2906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchThree Dead During Gaza Aid Distribution Chaos - May 28Deaths reported in storming of U.S.-Israel aid distribution site in Gaza; Trump threatens new sanctions on Russia; and Global temperatures to reach more than 1.5 °C of warming this decade. Jacob Shropshire guides you through the top news headlines for Wednesday, May 28. Then, in More Than A Minute, Anne-Sophie Goninet presents a piece from French daily Le Figaro about how French anthropologist René Girard’s writings have influenced top circles in Washington.And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at a show of safety by Japan’s Prime Minister. This is Six Minute...
2025-05-2806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchHamas, Israel Bicker Over Ceasefire Offer — May 27Hamas agrees to a Gaza ceasefire, but Israel rejects offer; Germany lifts restrictions on Kyiv for firing long-range missiles; and North Korea says U.S. “Golden Dome” risks “space nuclear war.” Bertrand Hauger guides you through the top news headlines for Tuesday, May 27. Then, in More Than A Minute, Anne-Sophie Goninet presents a piece from Beirut-based independent media Daraj on how militant groups across the Middle East are taking a step back. And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at new rules on beach behavior in Brazil. Closing music (Mas, Que Nada) by Playing F...
2025-05-2705 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNew Israeli Airstrikes Kill At Least 52 In Gaza - May 26Airstrikes in Gaza kill 52, including dozens at school shelter; Trump rebukes Putin after attacks on Ukraine; and U.S. tariffs on EU delayed for dealmaking until July. Jacob Shropshire guides you through the top news headlines for Monday, May 26. Then, in More Than A Minute, Emma Albright presents a piece from Polish daily Gazeta Wyborcza on how the Russian economy is falling into a trap that Nazi Germany also fell into. And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at a request to tourists in the city of Bruges. This is Six Minutes, the s...
2025-05-2606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIsrael Says 107 Aid Trucks Entered Gaza — May 23This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast — it’s Friday, May 23. Let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Emma Albright guide you through the news.Today:- Israel attacks the last partially functioning hospital in Gaza, as 107 aid trucks enter the enclave- Iran and the U.S. hold a new round of nuclear talks in Rome- Our More Than a Minute feature takes you clubbing before work- And our daily quiz question comes from Norway.---------------This is Six Minutes, the seriously international daily news podcast. Each day, Wor...
2025-05-2306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchGunman Kills Two Israeli Embassy Staff in D.C. — May 22The UN says 90 aid trucks have entered Gaza; U.S. President Donald Trump says Russian President Vladimir Putin is not ready for peace talks; and two Israeli embassy workers are killed in Washington, D.C. Emma Albright guides you through the top news headlines for Thursday, May 22. In Paris, the trial for the ten men accused of the 2016 armed robbery of Kim Kardashian is drawing to a close. With the trial for the ten men accused of the 2016 armed robbery of Kim Kardashian in Paris is drawing to a close, Bertrand Hauger for our More Than A M...
2025-05-2206 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchUkraine To Ask EU For Escalated Russian Sanctions - May 21Ukraine pitches tougher Russia sanctions plan to EU as Putin visits Kursk region; Gazans face starvation as UN says aid yet to reach enclave; and South Africa’s Ramaphosa is set to meet Trump for high-stakes talks. Bertrand Hauger guides you through the top news headlines for Wednesday, May 21. Then, in More Than A Minute, Rebecca Bonthius presents a piece from Brazilian daily Agencia Publica about what it’s like to go through the U.S. border as a Brazilian. And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at a government scandal in Tokyo. This is...
2025-05-2105 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchUK, France, Canada Warn Israel Over Gaza - May 20The UK, France and Canada threaten action against Israel as Gaza airstrikes continue; Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to immediate ceasefire talks while Kremlin offers no timeframe; Former President Bolsonaro’s coup trial opens in Brazil. Emma Albright guides you through the top news headlines for Tuesday, May 20. Then, in More Than A Minute, Anne-Sophie Goninet presents a piece about the growing separatist movement in Alberta, Canada. And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at the discovery of a missing object from an iconic Paris cemetery. This is Six Minutes, the serious...
2025-05-2006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNetanyahu Softens Blockade After Allies' Pressure - May 19Israel is set to resume Gaza aid while Netanyahu acknowledges pressure; Trump plans to hold a call with Putin to discuss war in Ukraine; EU and UK reach new deal ahead of summit. Jacob Shropshire guides you through the top news headlines for Monday, May 19. Then, in More Than A Minute, Pierre Haski offers a wide-angle view of conflict in the Middle East. His piece for French public radio France Inter was translated by Worldcrunch, and the English audio was produced with the help of automated voice technology.And finally, today’s daily quiz question loo...
2025-05-1906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchFirst Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Since 2022, But Minus Presidents - May 16Russia-Ukraine mid-level talks go ahead as Trump pushes for a meeting with Putin; Israeli strikes in Gaza again kill dozens; and tensions are rising between India and Turkey. Bertrand Hauger guides you through the top news headlines for Friday, May 16. Then, in More Than A Minute, Emma Albright presents a piece from French daily Le Figaro on the explosion and history of secondhand vintage fashion in Japan. And finally, today’s daily quiz question looks at the future for Los Angeles’ preparations for the 2028 Olympics. This is Six Minutes, the serious...
2025-05-1606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchU.S. To Abandon Ukraine Peace Talks Without Progress Soon - April 18This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, April 18 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- U.S. to abandon Ukraine peace efforts if no progress made soon- Hamas rejects ceasefire proposal, far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza- U.S. airstrikes on Yemeni oil port kill at least 38- Our More Than A Minute feature looks at an exhibit in Brussels that explores Polish identity and its relationship with other Eastern Europeans
2025-04-1806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchU.S. Officials Meet European Leaders on Ukraine - April 17This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, April 17 - let Emma Albright and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- U.S. to hold talks on Ukraine with European allies- China says it will pay no attention to Trump’s “tariff numbers game”- Iran confirms new round of nuclear talks with the U.S. in Rome- Our More Than A Minute feature looks at the upcoming visit between Trump and the Italian Prime Minister- And our da...
2025-04-1706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchStocks Drop Despite Chinese GDP Gains - April 16This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, April 16 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Stocks drop despite Chinese economy outperforming forecasts- Israel says its troops are not leaving Gaza, Lebanon or Syria- Allies of the late Alexei Navalny are given prison sentences in Russia- Our More Than A Minute feature explores what it means to find love in times of war- And our daily quiz question comes from a li...
2025-04-1606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIsrael Offers Hamas Ceasefire for Hostage Release - April 15This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, April 15 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Israel offers ceasefire in exchange for hostages- Russia’s top envoy says hard to agree to U.S. deal on Ukraine war- El Salvador newspapers are covering the White House visit of the country’s controversial President- Our More Than A Minute feature explores why Syria has ended its national lottery- And our daily quiz que...
2025-04-1506 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTrump Warns of Semiconductor Tariffs - April 14This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, April 14 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Trump warns tariffs on imported semiconductors are coming soon- Zelensky urges Trump to visit Ukraine, Russian attack on Sumy kills more than 30- Israel’s attack on Gaza City hospital sparks global outcry as offensive escalates- Our More Than A Minute feature looks at how Russia is transforming its military for a new age of warfare- And...
2025-04-1406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchChina Slaps 125% Tariffs on U.S., Markets Slide Further - April 11This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, April 11 - let Rebecca Bonthius and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Stocks slide, dollar weakens amid U.S.-China trade war- UK announces aid to Kyiv, while Ukraine alleges war crimes- Washington and Tehran to hold diplomatic talks on Saturday- In our More Than A Minute feature, we look at a recent boom of blind dating livestreams in China- And our daily quiz question comes from...
2025-04-1105 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchMarkets Continue To Rebound After Trump Tariff Reversal - April 10This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, April 10 - let Jacob Shropshire & Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Markets recover as Trump backs down on tariffs- Defense ministers meet at NATO HQ for Ukraine talks- Gaza airstrike kills 29, France to recognize Palestinian state- In our More Than A Minute feature, a Polish writer gives his account of going through border controls in the U.S. amid stricter controls- And our daily quiz question come...
2025-04-1006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTrump's 104% Tariffs On China Take Effect - April 9This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, April 9 - let Emma Albright & Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Trump’s tariffs take effect in dozens of countries around the world- Ukraine captures two Chinese nationals fighting for the Russian army- A judge orders the White House to restore media access to a U.S. news agency- In our More Than A Minute feature, German science writers walk us through how seasonal allergies really work- And...
2025-04-0906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchChina Pushes Back on Trump’s Tariffs - April 8This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, April 8 - let Bertrand Hauger and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- China pushes back on Trump’s tariff plan- Trump says the U.S. and Iran are in direct nuclear talks- Israeli airstrikes kill 25 in Gaza as Israel’s top court hears security cases- In our More Than a Minute feature, an Egyptian writer goes through how tiktokers are in the crosshairs of Egypt’s morality war- And ou...
2025-04-0806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchGlobal Stock Rout Continues - April 7This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, April 7 - let Rebecca Bonthius and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Global stocks continue to plummet from Trump tariffs announcement- Benjamin Netanyahu visits Washington D.C. as Gaza death toll rises- Russia launches airstrikes on Kyiv- In our More Than a Minute feature, a French writer uses cinema and literature to try to better understand how the world should respond to Trump’s tariffs- And our da...
2025-04-0706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchWorld Markets Plunge Again After Trump Tariffs – April 4This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, April 4 - let Rebecca Bonthius and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- The impeachment of South Korea’s suspended president is upheld.- Israeli attacks on Gaza schools kill 33.- In our More Than a Minute feature, we discover how Neo-Nazis are using emojis to communicate on social media. - And today’s quiz question is about the future of TikTok.That, and more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-04-0406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchStocks Slide After Trump's "Liberation Day" Tariffs - April 3This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, April 3 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- World stock markets sink after Donald Trump imposes sweeping new tariffs- Hungary announces its withdrawal from the ICC as Netanyahu arrives for a state visit- In our More Than a Minute feature today, we go to Donbas, Ukraine where Kyiv has started sending inmates to the frontline- And get your hands on the buzzer for our daily quiz...
2025-04-0306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchWorld Economy Braces For U.S. "Liberation Day" Tariffs - April 2This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, April 2 - let Emma Albright and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- World economies brace for Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs- Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat in setback for Musk- Man rescued from rubble in Myanmar, civil war complicates aid efforts- In our More Than a Minute feature, we’re looking at Israel’s loosening of movement rules in Gaza- And our daily quiz question comes...
2025-04-0206 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchChinese Military Drills Surround Taiwan - April 1This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, April 1 - let Emma Albright and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Israel imposes evacuation order in Gaza- The Kremlin brushes off Trump’s anger at Putin- China launches military drills around Taiwan- In our More Than a Minute feature, we’re looking at Europe’s would-be “four musketeers”- And our daily quiz question comes to us from a 30,000 feet in the airThat, and more, in t...
2025-04-0106 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchMajor Earthquakes Hit Myanmar and Thailand - March 28This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, March 28 - let Emma Albright and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Earthquakes hit Myanmar and Thailand- EU leaders agree to maintain sanctions on Russia- And our daily quiz question comes from the Sundance Film FestivalThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchFrance Commits €2 Billion in Ukraine Aid - March 27This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, March 27 - let Bertrand Hauger and Rebecca Bonthius guide you through the news. Today:- France commits 2 billion euros in Ukraine aid- Israel dawn attacks on Gaza kill 20- And our daily quiz question comes from the Oxford English DictionaryThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2705 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchAnti-Hamas Protests In Gaza - March 26This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, March 26 - let Jacob Shropshire and Rebecca Bonthius guide you through the news. Today:- Hundreds of Palestinians protest against Hamas in Gaza- Russia and Ukraine exchange drone attacks after agreeing to sea, energy truce- And our daily quiz question comes from Mongolia’s Gobi DesertThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchAs Turkish Protests Grow, So Do Questions About Erdogan - March 25This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, March 25 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Gabriele Magro guide you through the news. Today:- More protests in Istanbul after İmamoğlu's arrest- Ukraine, U.S. meet in Riyadh amid deadly Donetsk strike- And our daily quiz question comes from Italy’s capital cityThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2506 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchU.S. Tries To Convince Russia On Black Sea Ceasefire - March 24This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, March 24 - let Bertrand Hauger and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- U.S., Russia meeting to discuss possible ceasefires- Israel strikes Gaza overnight, at least 25 dead- And our daily quiz question comes from polling booths in ParisThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchZelensky Pushes EU Leaders for More Weapons - March 21This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, March 21st - let Cecilia Laurent Monpetit and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Zelensky pushes EU leaders for more weapons, to keep pressure on Russia- Israel’s cabinet votes to fire the head of its domestic intelligence service- And our daily quiz question comes from the cricket pitch in IndiaThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2106 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIsrael Launches Overnight Strikes on Gaza - March 20This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, March 20th - let Bertrand Hauger and Rebecca Bonthius guide you through the news. Today:- At least 70 killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza- Zelensky to address EU leaders after “positive” phone call with Trump- And our daily quiz question comes from the happiest places in the worldThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-2006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRussia Strikes Ukraine Hospitals After Trump-Putin Call - March 19This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, March 19th - let Jacob Shropshire & Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:- Russia attacks two Ukrainian hospitals after Putin-Trump call- Israel hits Gaza with new strikes, vowing to fight “in full force”- And our daily quiz question comes from a competition under the seaThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchDeath Toll Tops 400 As Israel Breaks Gaza Ceasefire - March 18This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, March 18 - let Emma Albright and Bertrand Hauger guide you through the news. Today:- Israel strikes Gaza, killing more than 400 and breaking its ceasefire with Hamas- Trump set to speak with Putin on Russia-Ukraine ceasefire- And our daily quiz question comes from a Bulgarian soccer fieldThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTrump Deports Venezuelans, Defying Court Order - March 17This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, March 17 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Trump says he’ll discuss ending the war in Ukraine with Putin on Tuesday- The U.S. launches new airstrikes on Yemen’s Houthis, killing at least 53- Trump deports Venezuelans defying a court orderThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNew Drone Attacks As Putin Balks At Ukraine Ceasefire - March 14This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, March 14 - let Emma Albright and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- New drone attacks were reported overnight in Ukraine as Putin questions the U.S. ceasefire proposal- Russia and China call on U.S. to drop Iran sanctions- And our daily quiz question comes from the mind of Christopher Nolan That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1405 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRussia Retakes Kursk City Ahead of Ceasefire Talks - March 13This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, March 13 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:- Russia claims to have retaken the biggest town of the Kursk region ahead of ceasefire talks with the U.S.- G7 foreign ministers meet in Canada amid tensions with Trump’s foreign policy- And our daily quiz question comes from a brewery in Singapore. That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchMaradona Doctors' Trial Opens - March 12This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, March 12 - let Emma Albright and Bertrand Hauger guide you through the news. Today:- U.S. military aid to Ukraine resumes- The Global trade war escalates with the launch of U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports- And our daily quiz question comes from the Amazon rainforestThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1206 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchUkraine's Massive Drone Attack on Moscow - March 11This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, March 11 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Ukraine’s biggest drone attack on Moscow kills at least 2 as Ukrainian and U.S. officials begin talks in Saudi Arabia- Greenland votes in key legislative elections amid Trump threats of a takeover- And our daily quiz question comes from researchers in SwitzerlandThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1106 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchZelensky Meets Saudi Prince MBS - March 10This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, March 10 - let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Today:- Zelensky heads to Saudi Arabia ahead of U.S. talks- Israeli negotiators head to Doha for fragile Gaza ceasefire negotiations- And our daily quiz question is about an odd competition in EstoniaThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-1006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRussia Pummels Ukraine Energy Sites - March 7This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, March 7 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Bertrand Hauger guide you through the news. Today:- Russia carries out a massive attack on Ukraine’s energy and gas infrastructure.- Clashes between Syrian government forces and Assad loyalists kill at least 70 people.- And our daily quiz question comes from Denmark.That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-0706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchEU Rallies Behind Zelensky at Security Summit - March 6This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, March 6 - let Emma Albright and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- EU leaders are meeting to in Brussels to fund a new defense strategy and support Ukraine after U.S. aid freeze- Hamas says Trump is encouraging Netanyahu to evade Gaza ceasefire deal- And our daily quiz question comes from an auction house selling chips. That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-0605 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchKremlin "Positive" On Zelensky's Letter to Trump - March 5This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, March 5 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- The Kremlin praises Zelensky’s “positive” letter to Trump on Ukraine’s willingness to negotiate an end to the war- Trump tells the U.S. Congress he’s “just getting started”- And our daily quiz question comes from a lab in TexasThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-0506 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchTrump Acts on Ukraine, Tariffs - March 4This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, March 4 - let Emma Albright and Bertrand Hauger guide you through the news. Today:- Trump pauses all U.S. military aid to Ukraine- Trade wars are launched as the U.S. hits Canada, Mexico, China with tariffs- And our daily quiz question comes from a runway in FloridaThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-0406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchFrance, UK Propose One-Month Ukraine Truce - March 3This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, March 3 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:- France and the UK propose a one-month Ukraine truce, just as Kyiv is ready to sign a minerals deal with the U.S.- Arab states and the UN condemn Israel’s aid blockade in Gaza- And our daily quiz question comes from the Van Gogh museum in the NetherlandsThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-03-0306 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNorth Korea Tests New Missile - Feb. 28This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, Feb. 28 - let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Today:- Trump and Zelensky are set to meet at the White House to sign a minerals deal - Talks have started in Egypt for the second phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire- And our daily quiz question comes from a launchpad in Texas.That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2805 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchKeir Starmer to Meet With Trump - Feb. 27This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, Feb. 27 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Russian and U.S. diplomats meet for a new round of talks while Keir Starmer is set to meet Trump in Washington- Hamas calls for more ceasefire talks after prisoner exchange- And our daily quiz question comes from the Trevi Fountain in RomeThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchUkraine And U.S. Agree To Minerals Deal - Feb. 26This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, Feb. 26 - let Rebecca Bonthius and Bertrand Hauger guide you through the news. Today:- Ukraine has agreed to a minerals deal with the U.S.- Mediators have reportedly resolved the impasse on the Gaza ceasefire deal- And our daily quiz question comes to us from outer spaceThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2606 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRussia Praises U.S. For Ukraine Stance - Feb. 25This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, Feb. 25 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:- Russia praises the new U.S. position on Ukraine after a UN vote- A conference has begun in Syria to chart the nation’s political future- And our daily quiz question comes from the music scene in the UKThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2506 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchThree Years of Russia-Ukraine War - Feb. 24This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, Feb. 24 - let Emma Albright and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Ukraine marks three years since the beginning of the war with Russia- Germany’s Conservatives push for quick coalition talks after winning yesterday’s election- And our daily quiz question comes from a recent Amazon acquisitionThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2406 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNetanyahu: Hamas “Will Pay” - Feb. 21This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, February 21 - let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Today:- Netanyahu says Hamas will pay for not returning remains of hostage- Zelensky meets U.S. envoy, as Rubio says all options are open- And our daily quiz question helps define art in GermanyThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2106 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchMacron, Starmer to Visit Trump - Feb. 20This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, February 20 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Israel receives the bodies of four Gaza hostages- EU leaders back Zelensky after Trump calls him a dictator- And our daily quiz question comes to us from the UK’s art sceneThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-2006 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchNew EU Sanctions on Russia - Feb. 19This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, February 19 - let Jacob Shropshire and Rebecca Bonthius guide you through the news. Today:- The EU agrees to new sanctions on Russia amid Trump's push for negotiations on Ukraine- Hamas will free six living Israeli hostages on Saturday- And our daily quiz question comes from the PhilippinesThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1906 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchRiyadh Summit Starts Without Ukraine - Feb. 18This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, February 18 - let Emma Albright and Bertrand Hauger guide you through the news. Today:- U.S. and Russia meet in Riyadh without Ukraine for first talks on ending war- Israel’s ceasefires with Hezbollah and Hamas are both in doubt- And our daily quiz question is about Argentine cryptoThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1806 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchU.S. and Russia to Negotiate Without Europe - Feb. 17This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, February 17 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:- Europe holds emergency talks to discuss how to respond to Trump on Ukraine, while Russian and U.S. officials are preparing to meet in Saudi Arabia- Israel’s security cabinet will address the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire- And our daily quiz question comes from right here in belle France That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1706 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 14, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, February 14 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- A Russian drone strikes the radiation shelter over a damaged reactor at Ukraine’s Chernobyl nuclear power plant- Saudi Arabia spearheads Arab efforts to develop an alternative to Donald Trump’s Gaza plan- And our daily quiz question comes to us from Ancient EgyptThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1406 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 13, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, February 13 - let Jacob Shropshire and Rebecca Bonthius guide you through the news. Today:- Hamas says it will release the next group of Israeli hostages as planned- NATO reacts to Trump’s discussion with Putin to launch negotiations to end the war in Ukraine- And our daily quiz question comes to us from a petition in DenmarkThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1306 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 12, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, February 12 - let Bertrand Hauger and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Today:- Gaza ceasefire is at risk as Netanyahu gives Saturday deadline for hostage release- China says U.S. naval patrol of Taiwan Strait poses security risk- And our daily quiz question comes from a Czech Republic wetland.That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1206 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 11, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, February 11 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:- Hamas postpones the next hostage release, accusing Israel of breaking the ceasefire- The EU vows “firm” countermeasures to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum- And our daily quiz question comes to us from an auction house in the big appleThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1106 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 10, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, February 10 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:- Donald Trump says he will introduce new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports- Libya uncovers the bodies of migrants and refugees in two mass graves- And our daily quiz question comes to us from a blackout in Sri LankaThat, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-1006 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 7, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, February 7 - let Emma Albright and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:
- Trump imposes sanctions on the International Criminal Court
- Ukraine offers a humanitarian corridor for Russian civilians trapped in seized border areas
- And our daily news quiz question comes to us from the Chinese box office
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-0706 min6 Minutes by WorldcrunchIntroducing: 6 Minutes - Worldcrunch's daily newscast6 Minutes is the daily newscast from Worldcrunch, the Paris-based international digital media. Every weekday, we cover the latest headlines and take our listeners on a sharp and succinct tour de monde of what's being reported across the international press, in all the world's languages. All in just 6 minutes.
For those just discovering Worldcrunch, we’ve been working with the world’s top media outlets since 2011 to select, translate and adapt the best news and analysis for English-language readers. Now, direct from our Paris newsroom, we’re bringing this uniquely global formula to listeners — those out there with internat...
2025-02-0601 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 6, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, February 6 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Today:
- Israel orders its army to prepare for Gaza residents’ “voluntary departure”
- January sets a heat record despite forecasts for a cooler 2025
- And our daily quiz question comes to us from Australian scientists.
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-0606 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 5, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, February 5 - let Bertrand Hauger and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Today:
- Donald Trump says he wants to "take over Gaza"
- Billionaire and islamic spiritual leader Aga Khan dies at age 88
- And our daily quiz question comes to us from an airport in South Korea
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-0506 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 4, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, February 4 - let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Today:
- China announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods
- Rwanda-backed rebels announce a unilateral ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of Congo
- And our daily quiz question comes to us on the way to the moon
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-0406 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - February 3, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, February 3 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Today:
- Donald Trump says new sweeping tariffs may cause “short-term” pain for Americans
- Benjamin Netanyahu is arriving today in Washington ahead of a meeting with Donald Trump as the ceasefire in Gaza holds
- And our daily quiz question comes to us from Alaska
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-02-0306 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - January 31, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It’s Thursday, January 31 - let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news! Today:
- Israel breaks its ceasefire deal in Lebanon
- Investigators find the black boxes in the Washington, D.C. plane crash
- And our quiz question comes from a benefit concert for the California wildfires
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-01-3106 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - January 30, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It’s Thursday, January 30: let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news! Today:
- Ahmed al-Sharaa is declared transition president of Syria, consolidating his power
- The search is underway near Washington after a passenger plane collides with an army helicopter
- And our daily quiz question comes to us from a courtroom in New Zealand
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
2025-01-3005 min6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - January 29, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It’s Wednesday, January 29: let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news! Today:
- Ukraine targets Russian energy sites in a massive drone attack
- Serbia’s Prime Minister Milos Vucevic resigns after months of anti-corruption protests
- And our daily news quiz question comes to us from the United Kingdom.
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
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6 Minutes by Worldcrunch6 Minutes by Worldcrunch - January 28, 2025This is 6 minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It’s Tuesday, January 28: let Jacob Shropshire and Emma Albright guide you through the news! Today:
- Denmark cranks up military spending amid Greenland crisis
- Donald Trump issues a series of orders aiming to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion measures in the military
- And our quiz question today is about the First Lady, Melania Trump.
That, and much more, in today's 6 Minutes.
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The Business of Content with Simon OwensHow Worldcrunch is bringing non-English content to a Western audienceHistorically, foreign correspondents haven't been the type of journalists who break major news stories in the countries they cover. That's because they're typically not as well sourced as the local reporters who grew up in a particular region and have an intimate knowledge of its issues. But what would happen if you could take the work of local reporters and translate it for English-speaking readers? That's the idea behind Worldcrunch, a media outlet that was founded in 2011. Rather than creating all of its own content, it syndicates articles from publications all around the world and t...
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