India has hits targets in Pakistan in response to a recent militant attack, triggering fears of a further escalation of military hostilities. Roman Catholic cardinals are beginning the task of electing a new pope, locking themselves away from the world in the Sistine Chapel. Friedrich Merz has been confirmed as Germany’s new chancellor but his unprecedented ... Show More
Today
Copper, critical minerals, 'Trump effect' and SCOTUS
U.S. President Donald Trump broadens his trade war, slapping a 50% tariff on copper. The White House's 'Trump Effect' website takes credit for investment made before his term began. We look at how U.S. buyers of critical minerals can bypass China’s export ban. And the Supreme Cou ... Show More
11m 53s
Yesterday
Tariffs, Netanyahu, Gaza plans and Musk’s political ambitions
U.S. President Donald Trump fires off more than a dozen letters to countries as he pushes back the tariff deadline. Hopes fade as rescue efforts continue for Texas flood victims. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu takes a charm offensive to the White House, while a controv ... Show More
12m 46s
Jul 7
Texas flooding, Trump-Musk, Netanyahu in Washington and Ukraine landmines
Rescue teams are searching flood-stricken central Texas for a fourth day, looking for dozens of people still missing after catastrophic flooding. President Donald Trump calls Elon Musk's plans to form a new political party "ridiculous". Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ... Show More
12m 56s
Apr 22
Pope Francis Dies: How has the World Responded & What Happens Next?
In today’s episode, we cover Pope Francis’ death and its aftermath, Donald Trump’s attack on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, Vladimir Putin signalling an openness to bilateral talks with Ukraine, and Israel’s admission of “‘professional failures” in the killing of 15 emergency workers i ... Show More
7m 24s
May 9
The Vatican City Elects a New Pope: What Next?
In today’s episode, we cover the new Pope Leo XIV, North Korea’s latest missile test, Bill Gates’ plan to spend all his money, and Albania’s upcoming election.Watch TLDR’s latest videos here:https://youtu.be/4NreD65H4-Mhttps://youtu.be/C5Km-GEhtvkTLDR’s Daily Briefing is a roundu ... Show More
6m 5s
Mar 2025
Sects and balances: a violent flare-up in Syria
Horrifying attacks on Alawites, the sect of deposed leader Bashar al-Assad, throw into question the power—or the will—of Ahmed al-Sharaa, the country’s leader, to maintain peace. For the first time in decades it now makes more sense to pay off a mortgage early (10:36). And high-e ... Show More
22m 36s
Apr 21
Francis, Pope of Firsts, Dies at 88
A.M. Edition for April 21. The Vatican announces the death of Pope Francis, triggering what Rome-based correspondent Margherita Stancati says will be a succession process that centers on whether to continue the pontiff's progressive legacy. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is ... Show More
13m 57s
Apr 24
The UK & EU Finalise a Defence Pact
In today’s episode, we cover the surprise ceasefire between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and M23 rebel group, the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, and Russia’s latest strikes in the Ukrainian capital.Watch TLDR’s latest videos here:https://youtu.be/FNr_cIZH ... Show More
5m 19s