Midday News Bulletin 19 October 2025

The desperate search for survivors continues in Venezuela; government prepares to strengthen its teen social media ban; DR Congo through to their first World Cup knockout 

Social media giants face tougher fines over Australia’s under-16 ban; Shark drones to patrol NSW beaches year-round; Harry Kane makes history as England beats Panama. 

In today’s episode, we cover why Canada is marking a ‘new-era’ for US-Canadian relations, China’s push to enthral global business leaders, the 7.7 magnitude Myanmar earthquake, and Australia's upcoming election. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here:Why the DRC is Offering Trump a Mine ...  Show more

S&P Global’s flash PMI reading hits 26-month high; TikTok strikes back at U.S. divestiture law; China asks Visa, Mastercard to lower fees; campaign donations poured into presidential race in May. 

In today’s episode, we cover the Australian election, US-UK trade talks in Washington, China’s latest response to Trump’s tariffs, and Mexico’s push to ban advertising by foreign governments. Watch TLDR’s latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL5LO_mN4Sohttps://www.y ...  Show more

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is being warned if he wants to strengthen New Zealand's security relationship with Australia, he'll need to boost defence spending. Luxon will fly to Sydney on Wednesday, in what will be his first overseas engagement since taking office. He expect ...  Show more