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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Global News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping the world—from international politics and business to culture, technology, and global events. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes.

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Today · 2 min
Evergrande’s Bankruptcy and the End of an Era | Global News
China’s government is finally moving to shut down Evergrande, the colossal real estate giant that defaulted on $300 billion in debt. A Guangzhou court has accepted its bankruptcy, following the founder Hui Ka Yan’s life sentence for financial crimes and prison terms for his sons. While this signals a government effort to close the chapter, the process will take years — and recovery for the battered real estate market remains uncertain. Home prices have plummeted since 2021, demand lags supply in smaller cities, and economic slowdowns are squeezing consumers. Creditors face slim returns, as Hong Kong courts lack power over mainland assets. Now, authorities are seizing Hui’s personal fortune — once valued at $7.7 billion — and probing accounting firm PwC for enabling fraud through manipulated financial statements. Even with fines and payouts, creditors will likely recover only a fraction of what they’re owed. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1cd78d3b049b7013
Today · 2 min
Preserving Papyrus: Guardians of Ancient Texts | Global News
Nine global scholars just completed a rare, ten-day papyrus conservation seminar at the University of Michigan—the only such program in the Americas—learning to preserve fragile ancient texts from millennia ago, including Homer, philosophers, and Paul’s Epistles. With hands-on training in delicate handling techniques and centuries-old manuscripts still being uncovered, they’re safeguarding a vital link to human history before this specialized craft vanishes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bd117353d45e4179
Today · 1 min
Was Lindsay Clancy Mentally Ill or Murderous | Global News
The trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused of murdering her three young children, reaches its climax as experts clash over her mental state: defense says she was psychotic and not in control, while prosecutors argue she knew right from wrong despite depression. Clancy, paralyzed after jumping from a window, is facing a verdict that could determine criminal responsibility — with closing arguments looming and the jury set to decide whether her actions were driven by love or lethal madness. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4c6669631a794cc3
Today · 1 min
SNAP Enrollment Drops Sharply | Global News
SNAP enrollment plummeted by over 13% in just one year — faster than expected — as stricter work requirements and administrative chaos push millions off the rolls. States like Arizona saw drops exceeding 50%, citing implementation struggles, while advocates warn that many eligible families are falling through the cracks due to missed deadlines or paperwork errors. With participation falling from 42 million to 36 million, the fallout is hitting children and food banks hardest, raising alarms about rising hunger amid policy upheaval. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e6058aff5fb02fef
Today · 1 min
Indonesia and China Deepen Defense Ties | Global News
Indonesia and China are forging deeper defense ties, with top ministers agreeing to boost cooperation in food, energy, and tech security, while defense chiefs plan joint exercises and a major joint munitions factory set to launch in 2027 — signaling a strategic pivot in their bilateral relationship. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/823daad84061a916
Today · 1 min
Stunting in Benin's Children | Global News
In Benin, over 30% of kids under five suffer from stunting—stunted growth due to poor nutrition—often irreversible by age two. Misconceptions like “milk makes kids greedy” lead families to sell eggs and milk for cash, leaving children malnourished. Northern regions hit hardest by drought rely on starchy staples, while livestock are sold rather than eaten. Government programs struggle to reach young, illiterate mothers juggling multiple children. Volunteers are educating communities, but shifting beliefs takes time—and now efforts focus on prenatal nutrition to prevent stunting before birth. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d5018a3c2d330b70
Today · 1 min
Tornadoes and Floods Hit Northeast | Global News
Tornadoes ripped through the Northeast this week, slamming Delaware and Long Island with destructive force—Dover’s motel lost its roof, Atlantic Beach’s beach club was shredded by a waterspout, and no major injuries were reported. The National Weather Service is now assessing damage, while emergency crews battle flash flooding that stranded drivers, closed highways, and rescued 69 people in Jersey City using inflatable boats. Cleanup chaos continues as communities brace for delays and recovery efforts. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9ebb121c4cb8c956
Today · 2 min
Migrants in Ceuta Face Uncertain Future | Global News
Tens of thousands of migrants, fleeing war and poverty from countries like Sudan, Mali, and Yemen, have flooded into Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta, overwhelming local resources and plunging them into uncertainty. Spanish authorities scramble to move them into shelters, but many still roam the streets or scavenge for scraps, while UN agencies warn of dire shortages in food, shelter, and medical care. Amid the chaos, personal stories emerge — a young Moroccan woman dreams of healthcare and stability, separated from her family and unsure of her future. While minors get some aid, adults wait indefinitely as officials grapple with a complex, slow-moving asylum process. Local leaders blame Madrid for inadequate support, even as migrants remain hopeful, willing to endure the limbo for a shot at a better life on mainland Europe. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8fff469dd47c6e43
Today · 1 min
Alaska Radar Site Crash Claims Eight | Global News
Eight people are dead after a small plane crashed in fog near a remote Cold War-era radar site in Alaska, where two U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees were among the victims. The site, still active and vital for monitoring Russian, North Korean, and Chinese airspace, has a treacherous mountain airstrip that requires instrument landings. Investigators from the NTSB are now on the scene to determine what went wrong — examining weather, pilot communications, and flight data — as the charter company remains silent. Officials honor the fallen as “dedicated professionals,” while lawmakers offer condolences — a sobering reminder of the dangers faced by those who keep America’s critical, isolated defenses running. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/69bd1ffba353bbae
Today · 2 min
Teaching AI’s Flaws to Students | Global News
Teachers are turning AI’s own glitches into classroom lessons—showing students how chatbots can hallucinate, mislabel countries, or fabricate facts. Instead of banning AI, schools are embracing AI literacy, teaching kids to question outputs, understand bias, and protect privacy. Some districts like Charleston, SC, are crafting local policies with student input, while states like Utah are rolling out statewide training with dedicated AI education roles. The goal? Equip every student and teacher to use AI wisely—no matter where they live. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/33c66de2e2d371bd
Today · 1 min
Brazil Rises in Rare Earth Race | Global News
Brazil is racing to seize its role in the global rare earth rush, holding the world’s second-largest reserves and seeing a surge of foreign investment—especially from Australia and the U.S.—as nations scramble to reduce dependence on China. But with over 80% of new exploration applications filed in just three years, many overlap Indigenous lands and protected zones, sparking fears of toxic waste, deforestation, and polluted water. In response, Brazil is drafting new laws to prioritize domestic processing and keep mineral value at home, as it tries to balance economic opportunity with environmental and cultural safeguards in this high-stakes global race. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7388a9e9bf03f7f4
Today · 1 min
Ebola in Congo Is Worse Than We Thought | Global News
Ebola is racing through Congo faster than ever, with officials warning it’s far from peak—and could triple in size. Already surpassing the 2014–2016 outbreak in deaths, over 5,000 cases and 2,500 fatalities have been reported. Alarmingly, fewer than 10% of cases link to known contacts, revealing a massive gap in containment. The Bundibugyo strain lacks approved treatments or vaccines, and its milder symptoms delay recognition—leading to deaths outside hospitals. Spreading across 56 health zones, even previously untouched areas now report cases. With most fatalities occurring in communities, overcoming fear, misinformation, and reliance on traditional medicine is vital to stopping this deadly surge. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/38b7721b5517576a
Today · 2 min
Helicopter Crash Claims Eight Lives | Global News
A devastating helicopter crash in northern Kenya has killed eight people, including Miami restaurateur Roger Duarte and high-profile figures like a Telemundo executive and Ecuador’s national intelligence director. Five victims were American citizens; others included a South Florida real estate exec, an aviation maintenance veteran, and the pilot. The Eurocopter, chartered by &Beyond, went down en route to a remote conservancy, with search efforts hampered by rugged terrain. Families are reeling, and authorities are investigating amid growing concern over recurring fatal crashes in Kenya’s tourism-heavy skies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9ccac4c49d2d443e
Today · 1 min
Nigeria Boat Tragedy Claims 47 Lives | Global News
Forty-seven dead after a boat carrying over eighty passengers—mostly women and children bound for seasonal farm work—capsized in Nigeria’s Sokoto state, exposing a deadly pattern of unsafe water transport fueled by lax regulations and missing safety gear. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/85b6f0866fe6f72d
Today · 1 min
U.S. Targets Cocaine Crew with Naval Strike | Global News
U.S. Treasury slams 15 key players in a massive cocaine ring that funneled tons of blow monthly from Ecuador through Mexico to the U.S., using fishing boats as cover — all linked to terror-designated gangs and cartels. With Ecuador’s homicide rate at an all-time high, two U.S. warships are now patrolling its waters to intercept shipments, marking a major escalation in the fight against transnational drug trafficking. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/076123816620adb1
Today · 1 min
Indonesia’s Haze Crisis Escalates | Global News
Indonesia is engulfed in a deadly haze crisis as massive fires rage across Borneo and other islands, choking skies, grounding flights, and forcing people to wear masks just to breathe. Driven by the brutal dry season amplified by El Nino, smoke blankets the region — visibility down to mere yards — and drifts into neighboring Malaysia, turning this into a regional emergency. Authorities blame illegal land-clearing for plantations and agriculture, and are cracking down hard: twelve suspects already detained in Central Kalimantan alone, with the Forestry Minister promising no leniency. In just one day, over 11,000 fire hotspots were detected — a shocking spike that underscores the scale of devastation and the urgent need for accountability. This isn’t just another haze episode — it’s a wake-up call for systemic change. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b0e437b1914e8481
Today · 1 min
Airstrike at Buddhist Monastery in Myanmar | Global News
A deadly airstrike by Myanmar’s military on a Buddhist monastery in Sagaing killed fourteen and wounded twenty during a meditation retreat, part of a troubling pattern of aerial attacks that routinely target civilians. Two bombs dropped by a fighter jet struck near the site where over a hundred people were gathered, with the military offering no comment. This violence follows years of escalating conflict since the 2021 coup, as resistance groups take up arms against brutal crackdowns. Recent reports from an independent investigation reveal a surge in airstrikes—especially around elections—with Myanmar’s foreign ministry dismissing the findings, insisting its strikes are limited, precise, and designed to minimize harm. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c9d39c3cee9262ab
Today · 1 min
Hungary's Water Crisis Deepens | Global News
Hungary’s lakes and rivers are at record lows, exposing a decades-old water mismanagement crisis fueled by climate change and an overzealous drainage system that’s left the country parched and vulnerable. Once bustling spots like Lake Velence are now barely navigable, while wildfires rage, crops fail, and even the nation’s nuclear plant faces cooling risks as the Danube plummets. The government vows a shift toward water retention and fixing leaky pipes—but reversing deeply rooted practices will take time, money, and a reckoning with nature’s growing fury. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/72131b80af9428b0
Today · 1 min
Hong Kong Activists Face National Security Charges | Global News
Two Hong Kong activists, Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, have been convicted under China’s national security law for inciting subversion — charges tied to their leadership of annual vigils commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown. Lee, who once brought aid to Beijing during the pro-democracy movement and testified to hearing gunfire that night, now faces prison time. Chow, a Cambridge-educated former vice-chair who has attended these vigils since childhood, defended herself in court while imprisoned, arguing that speaking truth is now criminalized. Their trials underscore escalating legal pressure on dissent in Hong Kong under Beijing’s sweeping security laws. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ca260bb0dfb1420a
Today · 1 min
Harry & Meghan Return to UK | Global News
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK with their kids Archie and Lilibet, enrolling them in British schools amid renewed family tensions and royal intrigue. While they’ll remain private and avoid royal duties, this move comes as King Charles battles cancer and Harry seeks a safer, more unified environment for his children. Experts predict reconciliation is likely — especially for King Charles, who may forgive Harry through Christian values — though Prince William’s path to forgiveness could be tougher. Despite past rifts fueled by Harry’s memoir “Spare” and legal battles over tabloid harassment, royal watchers believe this return could mark a quiet shift toward healing and reconnection within the family. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6b3d88229ba0d5aa

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