Today we have some news in English from our friends over at SEND7 - Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes.

World News in 7 minutes. Friday 21st February, 2025.

To listen to SEND7 every morning, search in your podcast app for Simple English News Daily, or go to send7.org

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In this episode, we will explore Vladimir Putin's unlikely journey from a rat-catching streetfighter to the modern-day tsar of Russia.

We'll look at his rise to power, some of the accusations about what it took to get there, the key decisions that have defined his 25-year rule, and question how history will remember his legacy.

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In this episode, we'll learn about the notorious Stanford Prison Experiment, known for revealing human behaviour's dark side in simulated prison conditions.

We'll discuss its purpose, dramatic events, the ethical concerns it raised, and question what it truly tells us about human nature.

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Space mining sounds like something out of science fiction, but could it soon become reality?
In this episode, we'll explore how the idea of mining asteroids for valuable minerals might work, the challenges it faces, and whether it truly could be a better alternative to mining on Earth.

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In this episode, we'll enter the shadowy realm of secret societies.
We'll uncover the mysterious history, influence, and rituals of three infamous groups: Skull and Bones, the Knights Templar, and the Freemasons.
From elite university clubs to a medieval order with financial power, we'll learn what makes these societies so compelling.

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In this episode, we will explore the evolving role of the Vice President of the United States.  

We will examine the unique pathway this role offers to the presidency and discuss why the current Vice President may be one of the most influential in history. 

• Role of the Vice President in U.S. politics 
• Historical pathway from Vice President to President 
• Kamala Harris's attempt to go from Vice President to President
• Evolution of the Vice Presidency over time 
• Impacts of the 12th and 25th Amendments 
• Vice Presidents' influence on American governance 
• JD Vance as Donald Trump’s Vice President 
• Prospects for JD Vance in the next presidential election 

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In part one of our mini-series on nuclear energy, we'll explore the origins of nuclear power as it emerged alongside nuclear weapons.

Learn how President Eisenhower envisioned "Atoms for Peace" and how political events like the 1973 oil crisis propelled nuclear energy into the spotlight.

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A thousand-year rivalry exists between Scotland and England, rooted in battles, political strife, and deep-seated cultural differences. 

In this episode, we'll discuss how these ancient conflicts still shape modern relationships and national identities today.

• Scotland and England's thousand-year rivalry
• Differences in national anthems
• The Battle of Bannockburn (1314)
• The Scottish Wars of Independence
• The Union of the Crowns (1601)
• Formation of Great Britain (1707)
• Differences: laws, religion, and education
• Scottish versus British identity
• Present-day migration trends
• Contemporary humour and stereotypes

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Donald Trump takes on a Scottish village in his quest to build a luxury golf course – but faces fierce resistance from the locals.

Discover the clash of money, power, and principles in this engaging tale from Scotland's northeast coast.

• Trump purchases land in Scotland for golf course
• Environmental challenges with sand dunes
• Conflict with local resident Michael Forbes
• Trump's tactics to force sale of Forbes' property
• Legal battles over wind farm near golf course
• Construction of golf course and unfulfilled promises
• Financial controversies surrounding Trump's Scottish golf courses
• Impact on local community and environment
• Current status of Trump's Scottish golf course
• Scottish government's legal actions against Trump

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Cleopatra VII was a remarkable queen who defied her critics, navigated political turmoil, and famously captured the hearts of both Julius Caesar and Marc Antony.

From her multilingual skills to strategic alliances, we will explore the legacy of this extraordinary Ancient Egyptian ruler.

• Cleopatra VII's early life and education in Alexandria
• Conflict between Cleopatra, Caesar, Pompey, and Ptolemy XIII
• Cleopatra's meeting with Julius Caesar in 48 BC
• Cleopatra and Caesar's alliance and defeat of Ptolemy XIII
• Cleopatra's relationship with Mark Antony and political manoeuvring
• Cleopatra's suicide after Octavian's victory
• Cleopatra’s portrayal as a seductress by Roman writers
• Debate around Cleopatra's true legacy and intelligence
• Cleopatra's death at 39 years old
• Legacy of Cleopatra as an influential queen

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