
The 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 Minute, looks at the consequences for the OTHER victim of the heist while the spotlight. And finally, today’s daily quiz question comes from the Netherlands.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 press. In this global news roundup, we cover front pages from around the world, analyze local coverage of today’s top headlines, and share international affairs insights from major world (and often non-English) news sources. All in just six minutes. 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, then translating and adapting the stories that matter.
May 22, 2025
6 min

Ukraine 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 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 press. In this global news roundup, we cover front pages from around the world, analyze local coverage of today’s top headlines, and share international affairs insights from major world (and often non-English) news sources. All in just six minutes. 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, then translating and adapting the stories that matter.
May 21, 2025
5 min

The 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 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 press. In this global news roundup, we cover front pages from around the world, analyze local coverage of today’s top headlines, and share international affairs insights from major world (and often non-English) news sources. All in just six minutes. 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, then translating and adapting the stories that matter.
May 20, 2025
6 min

Israel 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 looks at a world record broken by characters in a French town. 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 press. In this global news roundup, we cover front pages from around the world, analyze local coverage of today’s top headlines, and share international affairs insights from major world (and often non-English) news sources. All in just six minutes. 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, then translating and adapting the stories that matter.
May 19, 2025
6 min

Russia-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 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 press. In this global news roundup, we cover front pages from around the world, analyze local coverage of today’s top headlines, and share international affairs insights from major world (and often non-English) news sources. All in just six minutes. 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, then translating and adapting the stories that matter.
May 16, 2025
6 min

This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Thursday, May 15 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Putin not attending peace talks in Turkey- Second night of Israeli strikes kill at least 54 in Gaza, agencies warn of starvation- Trump says “getting close” to Iran nuclear deal- Our More Than A Minute is on the hunger crisis in Gaza because of the Israeli blockade on aid- And our daily quiz question comes from a historical rediscoveryThat, and more, in today's 6 Minutes.
May 15, 2025
6 min

This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Wednesday, May 14 - let Jacob Shropshire and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Trump meets Syrian President al-Sharaa- Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 60, including 22 children- Zelensky dares Putin to meet in Istanbul- Our More Than A Minute is on the recent conviction of Gérard Depardieu and what rulings like these mean for the #MeToo movement- And our daily quiz question comes from the forests of UgandaThat, and more, in today's 6 Minutes.
May 14, 2025
6 min

This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Tuesday, May 13 - let Emma Albright guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Trump starts Gulf visit seeking big economic deals- U.S.-Israeli hostage reunites with family after being freed by Hamas- Russia responsible for downing of MH17- Our More Than A Minute is provided by an AI-voiced translation of FranceInter’s Pierre Haski discussing Israel’s lesson to learn from Trump- And our daily quiz question comes from an elite sport anniversary That, and more, in today's 6 Minutes.
May 13, 2025
7 min

This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Monday, May 12 - let Anne-Sophie Goninet and Jacob Shropshire guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- U.S. and China strike deal to slash tariffs by 115% in bid to end trade war- Ukraine reports Russian drone attacks after Moscow turns down ceasefire proposal- Hamas to release U.S.-Israeli hostage, Israel says no ceasefire- Our More Than A Minute looks at how Syria’s new leader is using basketball to make a point- And our daily quiz question comes from a marathon in FranceThat, and more, in today's 6 Minutes.
May 12, 2025
6 min

This is 6 Minutes, the seriously international daily newscast. It's Friday, May 9 - let Bertrand Hauger and Anne-Sophie Goninet guide you through the news. Here’s what we’re covering today:- Pope Leo XIV holds debut mass as first-ever American pope- Chinese, Brazilian leaders attend Victory Day celebrations in Moscow- Fighting continues across India-Pakistan border- Our More Than A Minute looks at how cutting ties in old age might be good for health- And our daily quiz question comes from a trade in NorwayThat, and more, in today's 6 Minutes.
May 9, 2025
6 min
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