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The Monocle Daily
Hosted by Monocle · EN
Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.
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Donald Trump vows to hit Iran hard for delaying peace deal
2d ago00:36:50Summary readyThe US president warns Iran that it will be ‘hit hard again’ after the two sides exchanged fresh strikes. Then: how effective will Europe’s new Russia sanctions be? And: are tourists being ripped off this holiday season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryWorld Cup embarrassment before kick-off
3d ago00:36:33Summary readyWorld Cup embarrassment before kick-off with visas blocked, a referee barred and tickets unsold with prices unaffordable for many. Then: are French workers really away from their desks as much as we think? And: we look at Prada’s new undergarments for Nasa astronauts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryIran and Israel agree to halt strikes after exchanging fire for first time since April
4d ago00:38:52Summary readyIran and Israel agree to halt strikes after exchanging fire for the first time since April. Then: we look at what Armenia’s parliamentary election tells us about its ties to Russia. Plus: will a lawsuit disrupt Trump’s birthday party? And: why are Kanye West’s concerts still so popular? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryWorld Cup fever builds with Canada hoping for a tourism legacy
1w ago00:37:31Summary readyWith just days until kick-off, we look at how Canada is hoping to build a World Cup tourism legacy. Then: we speak to the Ukrainian NGO Superhumans, which helps injured soldiers and civilians. And: our weekly quiz with Rob Bound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryHezbollah rejects new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire as US House seeks to stop war in Iran
1w ago00:35:00Summary readyHezbollah rejects a new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire as the US House seeks to stop the Iran war in a vote called ‘unpatriotic’ by Donald Trump. Plus: Albanians take to the streets in anger at plans for a new luxury resort. And: what strange items do Uber customers leave in its vehicles?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryUkraine bombs St Petersburg as Russia prepares to host Putin’s ‘Davos’
1w ago00:37:44Summary readyUkraine targets St Petersburg ahead of Russian president Vladimir Putin’s key economic forum. Then: UK police apologise for handcuffing a dying teenager as PM Keir Starmer condemns angry rioters. Plus: what do the US primaries tell us about what to expect in the mid-terms?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryAre strikes against civilians ‘the new paradigm’ in the Ukraine war?
1w ago00:36:08Summary readyMassive Russian strikes against Ukrainian cities stoke fears that civilian targets will be the new normal. Then: AI fates diverge as some giants plan blockbuster IPOs and others battle lawsuits. Plus: is creativity coming back to Hollywood with ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryNetanyahu orders fresh strikes in southern Beirut as Washington tables a new Israel-Lebanon peace plan
2w ago00:38:55Summary readyAs civilians in southern Beirut prepare to leave, we consider the potential effects of Israeli strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Then: is Europe getting tougher on Russia’s shadow fleet? Plus: why are French and British football fans celebrating by rioting? And: would you fall for a holiday gimmick? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryIsrael ramps up strikes on Lebanon and Gaza despite ceasefire agreements
2w ago00:33:33Summary readyBenjamin Netanyahu announces that he intends to take 70 per cent of Gaza as the IDF increases strikes on Lebanon. Plus: the Black Sea Security Forum in Odesa, Colombia’s Sunday elections and AI enters Tribeca Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryHow close is the US to invading Cuba?
2w ago00:32:17Summary readyWe discuss how successful a US invasion of Cuba might be. Then: can Tony Blair save the UK Labour Party? Plus: should tap water be free in Italy and what makes a designer eligible for the Monocle Design Awards? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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