Welcome to a very special episode of Quick World News! Today marks a major milestone for the show—this is the first-ever episode voiced by me, John, bringing you a more personal and human touch to your weekly global update.

In just five minutes, we’re circling the globe to cover the 25 stories you might have missed. From high-stakes diplomacy in the Swiss Alps to a "Top Gun" fashion statement that took the internet by storm, we’ve got it all.

• The Davos Buzz: Why global leaders are talking about AI jobs, and the story behind President Macron’s viral blue aviators.

• Diplomatic Breakthroughs: A massive U-turn on Greenland tariffs and the first high-level Ukraine-Russia-U.S. peace talks in Abu Dhabi.

• Global Shakes-ups: A major military purge in China and the escalating humanitarian crisis in Iran.

• Tech & Culture: How TikTok finally escaped a U.S. ban and the Brazilian films currently taking the Oscars by storm.

• The Feel-Good Finish: Young athletes from around the world take center stage as the 2026 Winter Olympic torchbearers.

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• Join the Conversation: What did you think of the new "human" voice? Reach out and let me know!

JOHN: "Thanks for joining me on this first 'un-bottled' episode. If you enjoyed the new vibe, please leave a rating—it really helps the show!"

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