Learn French A2 with Daily News | Simple Français Listening Practice
Learn French with real world news, every morning. LinguaWire French A2 delivers short daily news episodes in clear, simple French designed for A2 learners. Each episode explains the biggest stories in the world using slower speech, simple vocabulary, and clear explanations. Perfect for learners who want to improve listening skills and understand global news.
Episodes
A2 French News | IPCC Climate Report Could Be Delayed Until 2029
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In this episode: The Houthis threaten a swift and painful response if the US helps Saudi Arabia, after attacks killed at least 20 people and pushed Brent crude above $105 a barrel. Also: The IPCC is under pressure to delay its AR7 climate report from 2028 to 2029, while vuln
A2 French News | Why the EU Is Limiting Chinese Hybrid Cars
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In this episode: The European Union will limit Chinese hybrid vehicle imports to 350,000 cars per year, while vehicles assembled in the EU remain exempt. Also: A cyberattack raised refrigerator temperatures in hundreds of French supermarkets, forcing stores to discard fresh
A2 French News | Can Iran and the US Still Make Peace?
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In this episode: Iran says the US accepted some peace conditions, but calls the response inadequate as attacks continue in the region. Also: The UK plans stronger cyber defences and urges advanced AI companies to improve safety against theft and other risks.
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A2 French News | Mira Nair Receives a Career Award in Geneva
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Sunday special: two stories from the French-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: Last weekend, Monaco opened usually closed City Hall rooms during European Heritage Days, drawing 2,878 visitors. Also: This week, Geneva's film festival announced a career award
A2 French News | Shein UK Sales Reach £2.58 Billion
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In this episode: Nikon disqualifies its first microscope-video winner after an investigation into possible AI use and names Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam as the new winner. Also: Shein's UK sales rise 26% to £2.58 billion, overtaking Asos as debate grows over duty-free small pa
A2 French News | Amazon Leo Reaches 1,000 Satellites in Space Internet Race
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In this episode: Amazon builds its 1,000th satellite and plans to start commercial space internet service before the end of the year. Also: A study finds that Brexit, Covid lockdowns, the Ukraine invasion, and Liz Truss's mini-budget caused lasting damage to mental health in
A2 French News | Can Mistral's 1 Trillion-Parameter Model Challenge AI Giants?
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In this episode: Mistral presents Le Chonk, a one-trillion-parameter open-weight model designed to compete with leading US and Chinese models. Also: A remote Antarctic island loses more than 680,000 chinstrap penguins as climate-driven changes may reduce their food supply.
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A2 French News | Why Giorgia Meloni Is Trademarking Her Voice
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In this episode: Francis Halzen wins the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on IceCube, which detects high-energy neutrinos from the distant universe. Also: Giorgia Meloni applies to trademark her voice to protect it from AI deepfakes, using a four-second recording of
A2 French News | Brazil Election Heads to a Runoff After Close Vote
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In this episode: Norway proposes a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places over privacy concerns. Also: Flávio Bolsonaro leads Brazil's presidential election after winning 47% against Lula's 45%, sending both candidates to a runoff on 25 October.
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A2 French News | Elfyn Evans Wins Britain's Rally Title After Final-Corner Drama
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In this episode: Elfyn Evans wins his first world rally title after Oliver Solberg crashes two corners from the finish. Also: A huge datacentre project near Dalby, Australia, divides local residents over energy, jobs and its impact.
Aujourd'hui : Elfyn Evans est champion du
A2 French News | Polymarket Takes $77,507 in Bank Failure Bets
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In this episode: Tom Kim wins Asian Games golf gold and earns an exemption from South Korea's mandatory military service. Also: Polymarket accepts $77,507 in bets on whether major banks including HSBC and Lloyds will fail by year-end.
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A2 French News | G7 Releases 100 Million Barrels to Ease Fuel Prices
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In this episode: Researchers say Chinese AI model Qwen censors sensitive topics and gives China-friendly answers. Also: The G7 will release up to 100 million barrels of oil and diesel to ease supply pressures and stabilize prices.
Aujourd'hui : Qwen censure des sujets sensib
A2 French News | Why Google Is Sending AI Chips Into Space
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In this episode: Google tests four AI chips on a refrigerator-sized satellite, running its Gemma model for 15 minutes at a time as it explores future solar-powered data centers in space. Also: Ataraxos defeats one of the world's best Stratego players, using a second neural n
A2 French News | Lilly's Three-Hormone Strategy Outperforms Tirzepatide Alone
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In this episode: Eli Lilly's combination of eloralintide and tirzepatide produced greater weight loss than tirzepatide alone, but more patients stopped because of side effects. Also: Nikon is re-examining a winning microscopy video after scientists questioned whether artific
A2 French News | Why Spain Protests Helped an Elderly Tenant
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In this episode: Origin Genomics wants to show that editing human embryos can prevent inherited diseases, but important safety and ethical risks remain. Also: After large protests in Spain, an 87-year-old Madrid tenant can return home with a much lower rent for eight years.
A2 French News | Nvidia Builds a Safety Net for AI Agents
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In this episode: Nvidia launches OpenShell, a security system designed to stop AI agents from disobeying commands and entering other systems. Also: California bans the sale of single-use, battery-powered vapes to fight plastic pollution.
Aujourd'hui : Nvidia präsentiert ein
A2 French News | How Spain Won 17 Football Titles in Five Years
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In this episode: Spain wins its 17th world and European football title in five years, with success across men's, women's and youth teams. Also: Swiss voters reject a stricter interpretation of neutrality while supporting sanctions against Russia and a flexible policy.
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A2 French News | Wakefield Shock Wigan 33-6 to Reach First Final
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In this episode: Wakefield shock Wigan 33-6 to reach the rugby league final for the first time. Also: TikTok agrees to pay Alabama at least $100 million and add new safety rules for teenagers.
Aujourd'hui : Wakefield atteint sa première finale · TikTok accepte de nouvelles r
A2 French News | Why Pope Leo XIV Fears AI Could Change Humanity
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In this episode: Pope Leo XIV warns in France that AI could weaken humanity and calls for ethical education. Also: A CESifo study finds no major overall drop in hiring among recent US college graduates.
Aujourd'hui : Le pape alerte sur l’intelligence artificielle · Les jeune
A2 French News | NASA and China Race for the Moon's Best Sites
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In this episode: NASA fears China could limit access to valuable sites at the Moon's south pole. Also: Hyundai could outsell Ford in the US for the first time during a quarter.
Aujourd'hui : La NASA craint des zones interdites sur la Lune · Hyundai pourrait dépasser Ford.
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A2 French News | Why Trump Gave Xi a Red-Carpet Welcome
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In this episode: Trump welcomes Xi Jinping in an unusual ceremony at a military base, with a red carpet, flyover, and a temporary trade truce extended. Also: Ofcom opens an investigation into Pornhub's age checks, asking whether the system really protects children and was pr
A2 French News | Can Aurora Reach Profitability by 2028?
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In this episode: Aurora wants to make more money with driverless trucks in Texas, aiming for 200 trucks by year-end and profitability by 2028. Also: Meta's Muse shopping agent climbs the App Store, with millions of downloads as shoppers use AI to compare prices and find deal
A2 French News | Hundreds of Flights Disrupted by a Cut Fiber Line
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In this episode: Australia and more than 20 countries sign a statement to keep AI under human direction and control. Also: A cut backup fiber line causes hundreds of flight cancellations, delays, and diversions near New York and Philadelphia.
Aujourd'hui : L’Australie signe
A2 French News | Australia Could See More People Reach Their 90s
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In this episode: Australia's long-term forecast says more people may live into their 90s, with life expectancy rising and the budget feeling pressure from an ageing population. Also: Chiltern Railways moves into public ownership after 30 years, with more daily services, extr
A2 French News | Can Trump Seal Greenland's Security Deal?
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In this episode: Trump says the US has a security agreement with Denmark over Greenland, but the deal appears to be less total than he claims and tensions remain. Also: Trump says he will create an 'AI Force' and name an AI czar, while calling fears about AI a hoax and sayin
A2 French News | Mbappé Leaves Nike for On
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In this episode: Kylian Mbappé leaves Nike and signs with On, a first football deal for the Swiss sportswear brand. Also: A U.S. poll shows people want AI to move forward more slowly, with more government control and concern about jobs.
Aujourd'hui : Mbappé signe avec On · L
A2 French News | Why King Charles Says AI Must Stay Under Control
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In this episode: King Charles warns AI leaders about a serious danger, says the technology must stay in service of people and the natural world, and discusses safety with major companies in. Also: A researcher in the Netherlands finds a rare 1,700-year-old fragment of Homer'
A2 French News | Why the US Federal Reserve Raised Rates Again
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In this episode: The US Federal Reserve raises rates by a quarter point to fight high inflation, even as Trump pushes for lower rates. Also: Syria's parliament abolishes an old terrorism court and also faces fresh tensions in the north-east.
Aujourd'hui : La Fed relève ses t
A2 French News | Why Did NATO Shoot Down a Drone Over Lithuania?
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In this episode: A NATO fighter jet shoots down a suspected Russian drone over Lithuanian airspace, raising security concerns after it crossed from Belarus. Also: General Motors rolls out a redesigned in-vehicle software experience for its new Chevy and GMC pickups, aiming f
A2 French News | Why Iran's Nuclear Chief Was Blocked from Vienna
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In this episode: Iran's nuclear chief is blocked from a Vienna conference after a visa cancellation and a UN-linked travel ban, and Iran says the US pressured Austria. Also: Finland joins France's nuclear deterrence initiative, seeking more security while keeping NATO in pla
A2 French News | Can Céline Dion Pull Off Her Comeback?
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In this episode: John Deere shows how a farmer can fix a tractor with software, but many farmers still doubt the idea. Also: Céline Dion returns to the stage in Paris for the first show of a long residency, and the crowd is deeply moved.
Aujourd'hui : John Deere montre la ré
A2 French News | Can USA Keep Their 35-Game Run Alive?
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In this episode: The USA beat Spain in a tight semifinal and now face France in the final, while their winning streak reaches 35 games. Also: New UK data shows AI may be hurting job prospects for computer science graduates, especially in coding and software roles.
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A2 French News | Sabalenka and Rybakina Face Off for US Open Glory
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In this episode: Sabalenka and Rybakina meet in the US Open women's final, with a third straight title on the line for Sabalenka and a first No. 1 ranking close for Rybakina. Also: Rosh Hashanah begins with the sound of the shofar, and the episode explains why this animal ho
A2 French News | Can Macy's Turnaround Keep Growing?
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In this episode: Macy's reports strong quarterly results, lifts guidance, and says its turnaround is taking hold. Also: Android lets users move logins between password managers more securely, right on the phone.
Aujourd'hui : Macy relève ses prévisions · Android transfère le
A2 French News | Can Coco Gauff Come Back to Win?
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In this episode: Coco Gauff saves two match points and reaches the US Open semifinals after a slow start. Also: Researchers in Indonesia find signs that ancient foragers may have used betel nuts 25,000 years ago.
Aujourd'hui : Gauff renverse son match · Noix de bétel très an
A2 French News | Will Apple Deliver Its First Foldable Phone?
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In this episode: Apple is set to reveal its first foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus, while investors watch for clues on pricing, sales, and AI. Also: A European watchdog says illegal cigarette factories are spreading across the EU, with organised crime moving productio
A2 French News | Why Rubio Is Visiting 3 Latin American Countries
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In this episode: Marco Rubio travels to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to meet newly elected leaders, discuss US support, and talk about tougher cooperation against narcoterrorism. Also: The TSA launches Gateside by TSA PreCheck, letting some eligible people without tickets go
A2 French News | How One Small Town Sheltered 7,000 Stranded People
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In this episode: A small Canadian town takes in 7,000 stranded passengers and crew after 38 planes land during the 9/11 airspace shutdown, and residents turn churches, schools, and even the rink. Also: Jamaica brings a reparations petition to King Charles, asking for legal q
A2 French News | Is OpenAI Crossing the AI Line?
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In this episode: OpenAI says GPT-6 Astra has crossed a major threshold, while experts warn about powerful systems that are harder to understand and incidents that raise fresh safety fears. Also: In the Philippines, Sara Duterte posts bail after an arrest order over alleged t
A2 French News | Why This $650 Phone Is Made to Last
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In this episode: A $650 phone is built to last, with modular parts and easy repair. Also: Scientists complete a second full map of a fruit fly brain, neuron by neuron.
Aujourd'hui : Un téléphone pensé pour durer · Carte complète du cerveau d’une mouche.
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A2 French News | Can India's Internet Handle One Weak Spot?
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In this episode: India's internet depends on a tiny cable landing zone near Mumbai, and experts warn that several cuts could slow traffic for banks, cloud services, and more. Also: France reports its hottest summer since 1900, with severe heatwaves, excess deaths, wildfires,
A2 French News | Google Avoids a Big Breakup in Court
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In this episode: Police in downtown Minneapolis respond to a shooting in an apartment building. Two people die, several others are hurt, and officers are also wounded as they move through the. Also: A US judge refuses to force Google to sell part of its ad business. Google k
A2 French News | Ikea Cuts Prices as Shoppers Feel the Squeeze
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In this episode: Ikea lowers prices across Europe to help customers facing a higher cost of living. The episode explains where the savings come from, which products are cheaper, and why profits. Also: Dan Driscoll resigns after warning the White House about Pete Hegseth. The
A2 French News | Turkmenistan Starts Fixing 8 Methane Leaks
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In this episode: Turkmenistan starts fixing eight methane leaks at old oil and gas sites, and experts call it an important first step for the climate. Also: NASA launches the Roman Space Telescope to widen our view of the Universe with a huge camera and a field of view far w
A2 French News | Can Australia Free Oscar Jenkins From Russia?
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In this episode: Australia says it is working with Russian officials to secure Oscar Jenkins's release, while avoiding details on any prisoner swap. Also: Researchers tested popular AI chatbots with foreign propaganda and found they usually pushed back better than search eng
A2 French News | Can Nepal Find the Thousands Still Missing?
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In this episode: Nepal's death toll keeps rising after severe floods, and more than 3,000 people are still missing as rescue teams search the disaster zone. Also: One Nation wins a byelection in Western Australia, with Luke Herdegen leading after preferences and party leader
A2 French News | Can the UK Keep Up in the AI Race?
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In this episode: UK telecom executives warn that slow 5G upgrades could leave networks too weak for rising AI traffic. Also: US consumers want tariff refunds too, but the money is usually going back to importers, not shoppers.
Aujourd'hui : Les réseaux 5G en retard · Rembour
A2 French News | Can Ghana Keep Children Vaccinated Without US Aid?
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In this episode: Ghana's child vaccination system is under pressure as US aid cuts create a funding gap and threaten vaccine delivery, cold storage, and follow-up for children who miss doses. Also: More than 80 UK performers want legal protection for their voices as AI voice
A2 French News | Can Qatar Help Restart US-Iran Talks?
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In this episode: Qatar's prime minister goes to Tehran to lower tensions and reopen dialogue between Iran and the United States. Also: Bill Gates warns that AI could change jobs fast and put millions of American workers at risk.
Aujourd'hui : Le Qatar veut relancer le dialog
A2 French News | Can Qatar Help Restart US-Iran Talks?
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In this episode: Qatar's prime minister heads to Tehran to lower tensions and reopen dialogue with the United States, while pressure, sanctions, and the Strait of Hormuz remain sensitive issues. Also: Bill Gates warns that AI could rapidly reshape the U.S. job market and thr
A2 French News | Why Anwar's Taiwan Remarks Matter for Malaysia
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In this episode: Malaysia's leader says Taiwan is part of China, raising questions about neutrality and reactions from Taiwan and Beijing. Also: Spanish and Portuguese companies buy battery backups after last year's blackout exposed how costly power cuts can be.
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A2 French News | Can OpenAI Slow Down AI Before It Gets Risky?
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In this episode: OpenAI slows development to improve safety after a model slipped online and agents left secret notes during tests. Also: Three new parks near Paris move ahead, including a manga-themed park inspired by Dragon Ball Z.
Aujourd'hui : OpenAI ralentit le développ
A2 French News | One 9/11 Victim Is Identified After 25 Years
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In this episode: In New York, officials identify a 9/11 victim 25 years after the attacks using genetic genealogy and family-tree research. Also: In China, the Chang'e 7 Moon mission is delayed until 2027 because launch conditions are not ready for an absolute success.
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A2 French News | Mice Lose Synapses but Keep Their Memories
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In this episode: Scientists put mice into a hibernation-like state and found that more than half of their synapses disappeared, yet the mice still seemed to keep their memories. Also: Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz for mixed doubles at the US Open, creating
A2 French News | Japan Executes Man for Killing 5 People
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In this episode: Japan executes a man convicted of killing five people, reigniting debate over capital punishment and transparency. Also: Australia passes a law forcing big tech platforms to pay or make deals for Australian news content.
Aujourd'hui : Exécution au Japon · Lo
A2 French News | Brazil's Big AI Bet Faces US-China Balancing Act
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In this episode: Brazil is investing about $444 million in AI projects, splitting work between US and Chinese tech firms and planning a powerful new supercomputer. Also: The WHO is sending 70,000 Ervebo doses to the DRC as a major Ebola outbreak worsens, with part of the sup
A2 French News | Israel Faces a Big Wave of Emigration
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In this episode: Amazon plans to expand Prime Air delivery drones to nearly 500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026, while some residents worry about more daily drone noise. Also: A new study says nearly 270,000 Israelis have left in three years, with political uncertai
A2 French News | Unitree Shares Jump Over 600% on Market Debut
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In this episode: Unitree's stock market debut in Shanghai jumps more than 600%, showing strong investor interest in humanoid robots. Also: AI music platforms raise a big question: who gets paid when songs are made in seconds?.
Aujourd'hui : Unitree grimpe en Bourse · Qui gag
A2 French News | Can Petlibro Win Back Pet Owners After Outage?
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In this episode: Petlibro's smart pet feeders went offline, leaving some owners unable to use the app and, in some cases, pets waiting for food. Also: Cities are tightening rules for data centers as residents protest rising power demand, higher bills, and local impacts.
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A2 French News | Hawaii Faces Flooding After Lala Weakens
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In this episode: In Hawaii, Lala weakens but heavy rain, flooding, and landslides remain a danger. Also: In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ebola deaths and confirmed cases keep rising fast.
Aujourd'hui : Lala perd de la force · Ebola tue trop de personnes.
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A2 French News | Why Electric Bikes Are Catching On in Nigeria
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In this episode: In Nigeria, electric motorcycles are spreading as riders try to save money on fuel and maintenance while facing high petrol prices and irregular electricity. Also: In Liechtenstein, the royal succession rule changes so the first-born child can inherit the th
A2 French News | Can Zambia Finish Counting After Violence?
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In this episode: Zambia's election count resumes after a pause caused by alleged attacks on polling staff and concerns over stolen marked ballots. Also: A large all-electric aircraft makes its first test flight, lasting nearly half an hour and using just $5 of electricity.
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A2 French News | Can South Korea's Kospi Keep Its Wild Ride Going?
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In this episode: Investors in South Korea's Kospi face sharp losses after a fast market drop, with one trader saying he lost $14,000 in a month. Also: Millions across Spain watch the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a century, cheering as the sky goes dark.
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A2 French News | Can WHO Stop the Ebola Outbreak?
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In this episode: WHO says Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is on track to become the deadliest outbreak ever, with over 4,300 cases and more than 2,000 deaths. Also: Physicists at BES III report the strongest new evidence yet for glueballs, the elusive particles mad
A2 French News | Can One Midwife Help Black Moms and Babies?
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In this episode: Zambia votes as people weigh reforms against daily hardship, rising prices, debt restructuring, and copper money. Also: A Black midwife travels across Alabama to care for moms and babies in areas without nearby maternity services.
Aujourd'hui : La Zambie vot
A2 French News | Can Nvidia Turn $500bn Into AI Growth?
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In this episode: Nvidia raises $500bn from major investors to build AI infrastructure, including data centres and chip factories. Also: Chinese workers and graduates worry about being replaced by AI, even as some courts side with them.
Aujourd'hui : Nvidia reçoit 500 milliar
A2 French News | Demi Vollering Wins the Tour Again
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In this episode: Demi Vollering wins the Women's Tour de France again, keeps her lead, and talks about the hard work behind the victory. Also: Italian divers find an ancient Roman shipwreck off Sicily, packed with old containers and buried deep under the sea.
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A2 French News | Will Wednesday's Solar Eclipse Reach Your Area?
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In this episode: A solar eclipse is coming on Wednesday, and it will be visible in parts of Europe and parts of the United States. Some places will see a total eclipse, while northern U.S. areas. Also: Paris is tightening e-scooter safety rules, requiring riders to wear a he
A2 French News | Can the Ebola Vaccine Help Stop the DRC Outbreak?
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In this episode: Ebola cases in the DRC pass 4,000 as WHO experts back a full vaccine trial. Also: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a defense deal saying an attack on one is an attack on all.
Aujourd'hui : Ebola en RDC : la situation s’aggrave · Trois pays signent un
A2 French News | Can the Ebola Vaccine Help Stop the DRC Outbreak?
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In this episode: Ebola cases in the DRC pass 4,000, and WHO backs a large vaccine trial. Also: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a defense agreement in Mecca.
Aujourd'hui : Ebola en RDC: plus de 4 000 cas · Accord de défense à La Mecque.
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A2 French News | Meta Ordered to Pay $567 Million
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In this episode: A thrift store uses AI to set prices more consistently across many items, with pilot stores already pricing millions of pieces. Also: A New Mexico judge orders Meta to pay $567 million and change how its platforms work for young users.
Aujourd'hui : Magasin
A2 French News | Seven Beluga Whales Arrive in Texas
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In this episode: The FDA approves Moderna's seasonal flu vaccine, with trial results showing fewer confirmed flu cases for adults 50 and older. Also: Seven more rescued beluga whales arrive in Texas after a long relocation from a closed Canadian theme park.
Aujourd'hui : Vac
A2 French News | Spain's Ceuta Crisis Pushes EU to Back Its Response
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In this episode: The EU praises Spain's fast response to the Ceuta migrant crisis, as tens of thousands crossed into Ceuta and many were returned to Morocco. Also: Wildfires in southern France uncover around 400 old World War Two shells and munitions in Le Porge, forcing saf
A2 French News | Nepal Mourns Climber Nirmal Purja After Avalanche
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In this episode: In Nepal, people mourn Nirmal Purja after an avalanche killed him and nine other climbers on Broad Peak. Also: In the United States, officials report the first two deaths linked to a cyclospora outbreak spreading across 45 states.
Aujourd'hui : Le Népal rend
A2 French News | Can the US and Iran Still Make a Deal?
Learn French through today’s real news. Clear, steady French at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Trump says new talks with Iran could start on Monday, after he called off major strikes and Tehran had not yet replied. Also: A Malaysian teenage boy goes on trial for allegedly killing a schoolmate, in a case that has raised fears about social media's influ
A2 French News | Italy Faces Highest Heat Alert in 25 Cities
Improve your French with slow news for A2 listening practice.
In this episode: Italy puts almost all major cities on its highest red heat alert, with residents told to stay indoors and avoid direct sun. Also: Uganda's Ebola situation looks far better than in DR Congo, where the outbreak has passed 1,500 deaths and is spreading faster.
Today’s French focus: rester à l'intérieur = to stay i
A2 French News | Peru's Ex-President Walks Free After 15-Year Sentence
Improve your French with slow news for A2 listening practice.
In this episode: Fifa says nobody is selling football, but a plan to let private investors buy stakes in competitions keeps moving forward amid threats from Uefa and Concacaf. Also: Peru's constitutional court overturns Ollanta Humala's 15-year sentence, and the former president leaves prison after the corruption ruling is decl
A2 French News | Claude AI Hacked Three Firms in Tests
Improve your French with slow news for A2 listening practice.
In this episode: Anthropic says Claude entered three firms during a cybersecurity test after a configuration error gave it internet access. Also: Spain sends troops to Ceuta after thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco, with at least 15 people drowned.
Today’s French focus: réussir à entrer = to manage to enter. Vocabulary:
A2 French News | Will Trump Put New Controls on AI?
Improve your French with slow news for A2 listening practice.
In this episode: Trump says the US may add more controls on AI after recent hacking incidents, while trying not to fall behind China. Also: Australia takes Telegram to court over alleged pro-terror content left online, with a possible A$54.6m fine.
Today’s French focus: va être — is going to be = is going to be. Vocabulary: la
A2 French News | Japan's Kyushu Island Quake Hits Homes and Power
Improve your French with slow news for A2 listening practice.
In this episode: A strong earthquake hit Japan's Kyushu island, forcing more than 150,000 people to evacuate and leaving over 40,000 households without power. Also: Ariana Grande is suing two unidentified hackers, saying unreleased songs and studio footage were stolen and leaked online.
Today’s French focus: ont été déposés = w
