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Learn French with real news, every morning. Daily episodes in clear French at B1 and above, spoken more slowly than everyday speech, with a free full transcript and English translation for every line. Read today's transcript: https://linguawire.com/learn/french WHAT YOU GET A new episode every morning. Two real stories from the day's news, at a steadier pace than native conversation, with the vocabulary the news actually uses. Every episode has its own page with the full French transcript, the English translation beside it, the day's vocabulary, one grammar point and a short quiz. No account needed to read. WHY NEWS WORKS BETTER THAN EXERCISES You already know what happened today. That means your attention goes to the French instead of to the story. At this level that is what moves you from understanding lessons to understanding real reporting. WHO B1+ IS FOR You can hold a conversation and you want the vocabulary that real reporting uses. The pace here is still slower than everyday speech, so speed never gets in the way of the words. This is the level where most learners stall, and daily contact with real news is the thing that gets them through it. NOT SURE THIS IS YOUR LEVEL? About twenty short questions place you on the CEFR scale and show you what to work on next: https://linguawire.com/assessment An intermediate French podcast for people who can already read a headline and want to hear one. MORE FROM LINGUAWIRE Daily French class: https://linguawire.com/class/french The language guide: https://linguawire.com/guide Every language and level: https://linguawire.com/podcasts Also in Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese and English. If today's episode helped, please follow the show. It is the single thing that helps other French learners find us. Note: LinguaWire podcasts use AI support for translation and multi-language recording, with native-speaker scripting and supervision. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
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B1 French News | Houthi Drones Target Saudi Oil Routes Carrying 4 Million Barrels
2026/11/13
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Saudi Arabia says it intercepted suspected Houthi drones targeting oil and military sites, including a pipeline carrying about four million barrels of crude per day. Also: Democrat Scott Colom narrowly wins Mississippi's Senate race, becoming the state's first Black senator since the nineteenth century.
Aujourd'hui : Des drones houthis visent l’Arabie saoudite · Scott Colom remporte le siège du Mississippi.
Today’s French focus: qui = who/which/that. Vocabulary: l'écart (the difference or gap), le bulletin (the ballot), le siège (the seat or position held by an elected official).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-13
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B1 French News | Marco Rubio Says Sanctions Are Holding Back Iran War
2026/11/12
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Marco Rubio says economic sanctions are working, so the US sees no need to resume major combat operations in Iran. We also examine charges against three alleged Iranian-backed. Also: Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC plans to invest up to $1 billion in OpenAI and Anthropic, while analysts question what this circular financing says about real demand for AI technology.
Today’s French focus: tandis que = while / whereas. Vocabulary: le fabricant (manufacturer), la puce (chip), l'usine (factory).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-12
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B1 French News | U.S. Prices Rise 0.4% as Inflation Strains Families
2026/11/11
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: U.S. consumer prices rose 0.4% in October, while inflation remained higher than expected and continued to outpace wage growth. Also: Trump's Board of Peace called on Israel to allow more humanitarian supplies into Gaza after heavy rain flooded tens of thousands of tents.
Aujourd'hui : L’inflation ralentit légèrement aux États-Unis · L’aide humanitaire reste insuffisante à Gaza.
Today’s French focus: dire que, to say that = to say that. Vocabulary: l'abri (shelter), la fourniture (supply), la restriction (restriction).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-11
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B1 French News | Ukraine Peace Talks Return After Months Apart
2026/11/10
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Russia, Ukraine, and the United States resume trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, while their positions on Donetsk and postwar security remain far apart. Also: Saudi Arabia reports a limited fire after another attack on its East-West oil pipeline, but operations continue normally.
Aujourd'hui : Nouvelles discussions sur la guerre en Ukraine · Nouvelle attaque contre l’oléoduc Est-Ouest.
Today’s French focus: alors que = while / whereas. Vocabulary: le désert (the desert), la côte (the coast), le détroit (the strait).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-10
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B1 French News | Hackers Turn European Fridges Into Fire Risks
2026/11/09
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: The US creates a new force to extend its Iran blockade from naval routes to overland trade routes, while Iran dismisses it as word play. Also: A series of cyberattacks overheats connected fridges across Europe, steals $6.3 billion from a cryptocurrency exchange, and sends a fake nuclear alert in Ukraine.
Aujourd'hui : Une nouvelle force américaine contre l’Iran · Des cyberattaques font chauffer les réfrigérateurs.
Today’s French focus: ont été touchées, were affected = were affected. Vocabulary: La cyberattaque (cyberattack), La faille (weakness or vulnerability), Le réseau (network).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-09
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B1 French News | Swiss App Makes Ski Safety Training Compulsory
2026/11/08
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
Sunday special: two stories from the French-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: French voice actors Philippe Peythieu and Véronique Augereau met while dubbing Homer and Marge Simpson, then married in real life. Also: A free Swiss Snow Safety app gives skiers and snowboarders practical advice and is now compulsory in snow-sports instructor training.
Today’s French focus: lorsque = when. Vocabulary: Le risque (risk), Le casque (helmet), La piste (ski slope).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-08
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B1 French News | Democrats Secure At Least 54 Senate Seats
2026/11/07
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Democrats secure enough victories to control at least 54 Senate seats in January, while the Mississippi race remains unresolved. Also: Ukrainian, Russian, and American delegations prepare to meet in Abu Dhabi as officials hope for progress toward a future Zelenskyy-Putin meeting.
Aujourd'hui : Les démocrates contrôleront au moins 54 sièges · Des discussions à trois auront lieu à Abou Dhabi.
Today’s French focus: sera dirigée = will be led. Vocabulary: la délégation (delegation), la rencontre (meeting), l'accord (agreement).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-07
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B1 French News | Iran Attacks Keep Ships and Oil Markets on Edge
2026/11/06
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Oil prices rebound slightly as commercial ships remain threatened in the Persian Gulf. Oman discusses joint traffic control with Iran, while Russia and Iran explore a gas pipeline. Also: Canada's federal budget proposes C$142 billion in new spending over five years, including C$11.2 billion to combat homelessness, while reducing dependence on the United States.
Aujourd'hui : Les navires restent menacés dans le golfe Persique · Le Canada présente son nouveau budget fédéral.
Today’s French focus: pourrait recevoir = could receive. Vocabulary: le logement (housing), le sans-abrisme (homelessness), l'accompagnement (support).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-06
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B1 French News | Trump Loses Congress as Markets Face Two Years of Uncertainty
2026/11/05
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Democrats win both chambers of Congress, limiting Trump's power and creating uncertainty for markets, inflation, growth, and borrowing costs. Also: Ukraine raises the death toll from a Russian attack on an aid centre in Zaporizhia to at least 40, while rescue teams search for people under the rubble.
Aujourd'hui : Les démocrates remportent les deux chambres · Le bilan de l’attaque monte à 40 morts.
Today’s French focus: affirmer que = to assert that. Vocabulary: Le bilan (the death toll or overall toll), Les décombres (the rubble), Les secours (emergency responders and rescue services).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-05
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B1 French News | Iran Rejects U.S. Peace Plan as Tanker Is Hit
2026/11/04
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Iran rejects the latest U.S. peace proposal, while a tanker is hit by two unidentified projectiles near Oman. Also: U.S. midterm elections could change control of the Senate, as Democrats seek to gain four seats.
Aujourd'hui : L’Iran rejette la proposition de paix · Les démocrates veulent reprendre le Sénat.
Today’s French focus: avait déjà été touché, had already been hit = had already been hit. Vocabulary: Le siège (seat), La chambre (chamber), L'issue (outcome).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-04
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B1 French News | Iran Diplomacy Sends Oil Prices Down 7.6%
2026/11/03
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: Oil prices fall sharply as hopes grow for continued diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States. Also: The United States will suspend South Africa and Rwanda from duty-free trade benefits starting January 1, 2027.
Aujourd'hui : Le pétrole baisse après des espoirs de dialogue · Suspension d’avantages commerciaux pour deux pays africains.
Today’s French focus: Si des affrontements limitaient les livraisons de pétrole jusqu'à la fin de = If fighting limited oil deliveries until the end of the year, Brent could remain between 95 and 120 dollars a barrel. Vocabulary: La douane (customs), L'obstacle (obstacle), La marchandise (goods or merchandise).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-03
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B1 French News | Democrats Lead 52%-45% as Trump Disapproval Hits 60%
2026/11/02
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: The UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after the Security Council fails to renew its mandate, raising fears of renewed tensions. Also: Democrats lead Republicans 52%-45% before the US midterm elections, while Trump's disapproval reaches 60%.
Aujourd'hui : Fin de la mission de paix au Sahara occidental · Les démocrates en tête avant les élections.
Today’s French focus: qui = who/that/which. Vocabulary: le territoire (territory), le veto (veto), la retenue (restraint).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-02
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B1 French News | Chocolatissimo Hides 200 Golden Tickets in Chocolate Bars
2026/11/01
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
Sunday special: two stories from the French-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: This week in Neuchâtel, the Chocolatissimo festival celebrated Suchard's 200th anniversary with 200 golden tickets hidden in chocolate bars. Also: In Montreal, a man took his pet raccoon, Pepper, for a rabies vaccination while provincial authorities tried to seize the animal.
Today’s French focus: parce que = because. Vocabulary: le concours (competition), la dégustation (tasting), l'emballage (packaging).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-11-01
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B1 French News | Europe Refuses G20 Photo With Russia's Lavrov
2026/10/31
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: The United States approves the sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine, but deliveries could take several years. Also: European officials refuse a group photo with Russia's foreign minister, so the United States cancels the traditional G20 photo.
Aujourd'hui : Les États-Unis vendent 500 missiles Patriot · La photo de famille du G20 annulée.
Today’s French focus: être + participe passé, to be + past participle = to form the present passive voice. Vocabulary: La défense (defense), Le manque (lack), La livraison (delivery).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-10-31
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B1 French News | US Growth Beats Forecasts as Inflation Reaches 3.6%
2026/10/30
Learn French through today’s real news. Natural-pace French at B1, with a full transcript and English translation.
In this episode: The US economy grows faster than expected, while inflation accelerates and consumer confidence declines. Also: A letter from US Vice-President JD Vance offers Iran a possible path to restart diplomacy.
Today’s French focus: pour que = so that. Vocabulary: un engagement (a commitment), la levée (the lifting or removal), une garantie (a guarantee).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-10-30
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