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S1 Ep 758College Reversal, 100 Years of Women Voting & New Alcohol Guidelines- Tuesday, August 18th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, August 18th, 2020! We have updates about: the importance of this day in history 100 years ago: what it did and didn't do to change America what investigators uncovered 18 years after a high-profile murder the first big reversal at a big university as COVID-19 sweeps through campus new alcohol guidelines from the federal government how TikTok is trying to change minds about its popular platform SpaceX being poised to break another new record today Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy as well as CastleGrade.com (use code News) Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: UNC Chapel Hill Reverts to Online Learning: WSJ, NBC News, CNN COVID-19 Outbreaks at Other Colleges: NBC News, AP, WaPo Jam Master Jay Murder Suspects Charged: CNN, NY Times, AP DNC Opens, Day 2 Today: AP, NY Times, WSJ, DNC Livestream Trump Blasts Biden in Upper Midwest: The Hill, USA Today, AP 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment: AP, NBC News, NY Times, Women's Vote 100, NPS, Pew Research New Men Alcohol Guidelines: WSJ, FOX News, Dietary Guidelines NFL's First Black Team President: NBC News, ESPN, WaPo TikTok Addresses Rumors: USA Today, TechCrunch, TikTok Website, TikTok Twitter SpaceX Rocket Launch could Break Record: TechCrunch, Space.com, Florida Today

Aug 18, 202010 min

S1 Ep 757Postal Service Showdown, California 'Firenado' & NBA Playoffs Begin- Monday, August 17th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, August 17th, 2020! What to know about: controversy with the U.S. Postal Service: how its new leader is making changes and why he's warning every vote might not count this November a heatwave, wildfires, and a tornado all in one state an unconventional convention that starts today the NBA finals another app getting into video chatting a first for the Disney Channel Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Dems Address USPS Crisis: NBC News, CBS News, WSJ, Politico, Delivering for America Act USPS Changes: CNBC, USA Today, WaPo, CNN, USPS New Saliva COVID Test Approved: WSJ, USA Today, Axios, FDA Drop in COVID-19 Testing: NY Times, USA Today, Business Insider, CDC COVID-19 Survivors 3-Month Guidelines: NBC News, The Hill, CDC President Trump's Brother Dies: NBC News, ABC News, CNN, AP DNC Begins: USA Today, CNN, WaPo, Reuters, DNC Livestream More CA Rolling Blackouts: LA Times, WSJ, SF Gate, AP California Wildfire Triggers Apparent Tornado: WaPo, CNN, Weather Channel, CBS News, LA Times Trump Orders TikTok Owner to Sell US Assets: AP, Politico, The Verge, Executive Order NBA Playoffs Begin: ESPN, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, AP Disney's First Bisexual Character: Variety, PEOPLE Hallmark Showing Gay Wedding: USA Today, Fox News, NBC News, Hallmark Telegram Launches One-on-One Video Calls: Engadget, The Verge Monday Monday: Relief Payments Holdup: Today, Detroit Free Press, IRS Relief FAQs, Check Payment Status

Aug 17, 202011 min

S1 Ep 756Special Edition: Unprecedented Conventions, Mail-In Voting & Campaign Strategies

Today's "Special Edition Saturday" is all about the upcoming (and unprecedented) Democratic and Republican conventions, the mail-in voting debate, and each party's strategy heading into Election Day... You'll hear from leaders of both parties, including the CEO of the Democratic National Convention and the spokeswoman for the Republican National Committee. Then, be sure to tune-in again each weekday (M-F) for our regular episodes to get quick, unbiased news roundups in 10 minutes!

Aug 15, 20207 min

S1 Ep 755Historic Peace Deal, Fortnite Feud & 15-Cent Movies- Friday, August 14th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, August 14th, 2020! We're covering: a surprise agreement in the Middle East: how President Trump played a role and what it could mean for future peace talks the Justice Department's new allegations against Yale University how sexual assault complaints on college campuses may be treated differently now a new task force for UFOs why Fortnite is fighting with Apple and Google how to watch a movie in theaters for only 15 cents Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy and CastleGrade - use discount code NEWS Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: UAE and Israel Deal: AP, NY Times, NBC News, Reuters, Axios New COVID-19 Cases Falling: Johns Hopkins, Axios, WSJ Health Experts Warn of Worst-Ever Fall: The Hill, Politico, Web MD Yale Accused of Discrimination: CNN, AP, WSJ, Reuters New Title IX Rules Go into Effect: AP, Forbes, CNN Heat Records Expected in the West: NBC News, WaPo, AP Pentagon Task Force to Investigate UFOs: CNN, The Hill Apple Drops Fortnite from App Store: AP, Reuters, The Verge, Epic Games Google Play Drops Fortnite Too: The Verge, TechCrunch, WSJ Big Tech's New Voting Features: Axios, Google, The Verge AMC to Offer 15-Cent Tickets on Reopening Day: AP, CNN, ABC News, Variety, AMC Feel Good Friday - #Cards4Kindess: NBC San Diego, 11 Alive, Instagram

Aug 14, 202010 min

S1 Ep 754Biden-Harris Campaign Debut, Power Five Divided & Broadway on Netflix- Thursday, August 13th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, August 13th, 2020! What to know today about: what happened in the first 24 hours since Biden announced his historic VP pick: their public debut, record fundraising numbers, and the president's pushback where relief talks stand now why it looks like the college football season will be split in two how smartphones will work to detect earthquakes a first for both Broadway and Netflix All that and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Biden, Harris Hold First Joint Campaign Event: AP, NBC News, Reuters, USA Today, Axios Trump Next Campaign Swing: Reuters, USA Today, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Relief Talks Latest: Axios, AP, Reuters, WaPo U.S. COVID-19 Deaths: Johns Hopkins, WaPo, AJC Trump Releases New School Guidelines: Reuters, CNN, White House Big 12, ACC, SEC Keep Fall Sports: AP, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated Lung Cancer Death Rates Fall: WaPo, Stat, NIH Sumner Redstone Dies: NY Times, WSJ, WaPo, Variety, CNBC Android's Earthquake Detection Network: The Verge, Reuters, Google, Engadget Microsoft's New Foldable Phone: USA Today, The Verge, Engadget, AP, Microsoft 'Diana' Musical to Netflix: WSJ, Deadline, BBC Thing to Know Thursday: Greenhouse Gases: EPA, NASA, National Geographic, Live Science

Aug 13, 202011 min

S1 Ep 753Historic VP Pick, Fall Football Canceled & Blockbuster Airbnb- Wednesday, August 12th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, August 12th, 2020! We'll tell you about: Joe Biden's VP pick: why it's historic, where she stands on the issues, and the reaction from the Trump campaign. what happened at a Georgia school that reopened recently what a new study shows about the effectiveness of different types of masks some of the most popular college football teams not playing this fall another big tech leader who just became a billionaire how $5 could get you a lot more than a rental at the world's last Blockbuster store Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Biden Picks Running Mate: AP, WaPo, WSJ, Axios, Politico, FOX News, NAACP Big 10 and Pac 12 Postpone Fall Sports: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, NBC News, NY Times Georgia, Florida Death Toll Records: Johns Hopkins, WaPo, Axios, AP, AJC Different Masks Tested: WaPo, ABC News, SF Chronicle, Full Study Russia Announces COVID-19 Vaccine: CBS News, AP, Reuters, Axios Moderna Announces U.S. Vaccine Deal: WSJ, CNN, CNBC, Axios Phoenix Heat Records: Arizona Republic, KSAZ, NWS Apple CEO Becomes a Billionaire: CNN, The Verge, Boomberg Walmart Tests Same-Day Delivery: Engadget, The Verge, CNBC Hamilton's Popularity on Disney+: Variety, Forbes, FOX Business Blockbuster Sleepover on Airbnb: CNN, Engadget, USA Today, Mashable, Airbnb Work Wednesday: CEOs to Hire 100k Low-Income New Yorkers: CBS News, ABC News, Press Release

Aug 12, 202010 min

S1 Ep 752Kids' Covid Cases, Rare Midwest Storms & Meteor Shower Show - Tuesday, August 11th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, August 11th, 2020! We have updates about: new research showing a surge of new COVID-19 cases in American kids, even before most schools reopen Chicago dealing with looting and violence after another police shooting and what role social media is playing in it a rare but powerful storm that hit the midwestern U.S. how a court case could change Uber and Lyft a meteor shower that peaks tonight: how to see the best of it Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Children Coronavirus Infections: Time, GMA, CNN, WaPo, AAP, CDC Trump on Reopening Schools: The Hill, Business Insider Trump May Give RNC Speech at Gettysburg: Reuters, AP, Axios, Trump Tweet Some DNC Speakers Announced: USA Today, WaPo, CNN, DNC Lebanon's Prime Minister, Cabinet Resigns: Reuters, Axios, CNN, AP, United Nations Chicago Shooting & Unrest: Chicago Tribune, NBC News, AP, WSJ Rare Midwest Storms: AP. The Weather Channel, CNN Uber, Lyft must Classify Drivers as Employees: Reuters, Axios, NPR, The Verge McDonald's Sues Former CEO: NYT, NBC News, Axios MLB Postpones Another Series: ABC News, AP, ESPN WNBA No Positive Tests: AP, Reuters, WNBA Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks: USA Today, CNN, WaPo

Aug 11, 202010 min

S1 Ep 751Economic Aid Extended, Expanding Onion Recall & Amazon Enters Malls? - Monday, August 10th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, August 10th, 2020! What to know about: President Trump's four new executive orders to address economic relief the countries trying to target the next presidential election and why violent protests in Beirut that started just days after last week's explosion recalled onions making people sick Amazon thinking about entering malls college football players demanding the return of fall sports big celebrities diving into dangerous waters for "Shark Week" Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Virus Aid Executive Orders: AP, WSJ, USA Today, Axios, CNBC, CNN U.S. Tops 5 Million COVID Cases: Johns Hopkins, WSJ, NBC News, FOX News New York Status Keeps Improving: Axios, NY Gov Countries Target U.S. Election: NY Times, Reuters, AP, DNI Statement Mass Protests in Lebanon: CNN, NBC News, Reuters, AP Lebanon Aid Summit: Al Jazeera, NPR, BBC Sophisticated Border Tunnel Found: AP, FOX News, Reuters Powerful North Carolina Earthquake: Charlotte Observer, CNN, AP MAC Cancels Fall Sports: ESPN, AP, WSJ #WeWantToPlay Viral Hashtag: CBS Sports, ESPN, Sports Illustrated Onion Recall Expands: CBS News, CNN, FOX Business Amazon May Build Mall Fulfillment Centers: WSJ, Mashable, The Verge Shark Week Begins: CNN, Fast Company, CNN, Discovery New Dirty Dancing Movie: USA Today, Deadline, The Guardian Grocery Prices Keep Increasing: CNN, WaPo, Business Insider, BEA Clorox Wipes Shortage: CBS News, Reuters, ABC News

Aug 10, 202010 min

S1 Ep 750Special Edition: Is TikTok Really a Threat?

Today's "Special Edition Saturday" is all about the popular, and now controversial, video app: TikTok. As the president plans a ban on the Chinese-owned app because of national security concerns, we're asking two different mobile security experts if TikTok is truly a threat. Then, be sure to tune-in again each weekday (M-F) for our regular episodes to get quick, unbiased news roundups in 10 minutes! View show transcripts here.

Aug 8, 20208 min

S1 Ep 749Trump Targets TikTok, NRA Corruption Lawsuit & 'A League of Their Own' Reboot- Friday, August 7th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, August 7th, 2020! We're covering: President Trump's formal action that could effectively ban WeChat and TikTok what could save them both why the New York attorney general is gunning for the NRA how the influential gun-rights organization is fighting back how many NFL players are opting out this season why hundreds of thousands of people are getting together in South Dakota the iconic movie from the '90s getting a reboot Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by CastleGrade - use discount code NEWS Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Bans ByteDance Business: NBC News, The Verge, WaPo, USA Today U.S. Lifts Global Travel Advisory: CNN, AP, Reuters, USA Today How the U.S. COVID-19 Outbreak Compares: NPR, Newsweek, CNN, Johns Hopkins WHO Chief on "Vaccine Nationalism": NBC News, Al Jazeera, Reuters NY AG Aims to Dissolve NRA: NY Times, NBC News, FOX News, Reuters, AP NOAA Hurricane Season Outlook: NY Times, CNN, Axios, WaPo 66 Players Opt Out of NFL Season: AP, ESPN, CBS Sports Sturgis Rally Begins: CNN, NY Times, WaPo, Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Twitter Labels Government Accounts: Engadget, BBC USA Today, Twitter 'E! News' Canceled: CNN, USA Today, Entertainment Weekly, Instagram 'A League of Their Own' Reboot: Variety, Bustle 'Mulan' Skips Theaters: Vox, WSJ Feel Good Friday - 96-Year Old Graduates: Reuters, NY Times, People

Aug 7, 202010 min

S1 Ep 748Beirut Blast Arrests, Mail-in Voting Debate & Instagram Reels - Thursday, August 6th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, August 6th, 2020! What to know today about: the aftermath of the Beirut explosion and the international effort to help the city how the world is looking back on the Hiroshima bombing 75 years later new controversy and confusion surrounding mail-in voting which state is the first to roll out Apple and Google's contact tracing technology Instagram's version of Tiktok All that and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Beirut Explosion Investigation: AP, ABC News, WSJ, CBS News 75 Years Since Hiroshima: WaPo, USA Today, NY Times, AP New Chicago Schools Reopening Plan: Chicago Tribune, CNN, Reuters, WSJ High School Sports Status: CBS Sports, NFHS UConn Cancels Football: AP, ESPN, NY Times, Axios, UConn COVID-19 Outbreaks: Johns Hopkins, NBC News, CBS News Trump/RNC Sue Nevada: CNN, CBS News, AP, The Hill Trump Encourages Florida Mail-in Voting: AP, NBC News, CBS News, Trump Tweet Virginia Rolls out Pandemic App: AP, Engadget, Reuters, Axios Instagram Reels Launches: The Verge, NYT, WSJ, Instagram Samsung Unveils New Phones: Reuters, Engadget, AP PGA Championship Begins: CBS Sports, ESPN, CNN Thing to Know Thursday: Antibodies: Dictionary.com, Science Alert, Live Science, CDC

Aug 6, 202011 min

S1 Ep 747Beirut Explosion, Promising COVID Research & Flight to Nowhere- Wednesday, August 5th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, August 5th, 2020! We'll tell you about: a deadly explosion in the Middle East new promising COVID-19 research which sports leagues seem to be doing better than others & why a big change to the 2020 Census count what now rivals Apple's AirDrop who is offering a flight to nowhere Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Deadly Beirut Explosion: AP, CBS News, Reuters, NBC News, How to Help Isaias Damage, Deaths: AP, USA Today, ABC News, Axios, CBS News, National Hurricane Center U.S. Coronavirus Death Toll: Johns Hopkins Another Vaccine Shows Promising Results: CNN, CNBC, Stat Convalescent Plasma Study: WSJ, WaPo US Census Schedule Cut: AP, NBC News, ABC News, NY Times, Fill Out Census Millennials, Younger Now U.S. Majority: CNN, AP, Brookings Android Version of Airdrop: Engadget, CNBC, Google NHL Success: NBC Sports, ESPN, CNN, CBS Sports, DraftKings, NYMag Taiwan's Flight to Nowhere: CNN, Travel + Leisure, STAT News Work Wednesday: Virtual Internships: Reuters

Aug 5, 202010 min

S1 Ep 746Isaias Makes Landfall, Teachers Protest & "The Rock" Buys XFL- Tuesday, August 4th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, August 4th, 2020! We have updates about: Hurricane Isaias: where it made landfall and where it's expected to go next President Trump's TikTok ultimatum: meet one condition or be banned in the U.S. Boeing's new plan to get troubled jets back in the air the pro sports league Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson just purchased what you can now buy from the failed Fyre Festival Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Latest on Hurricane Isaias: AP, USA Today, CBS News, Axios Teachers Protest Reopenings: Reuters, Al Jazeera, NPR, NJ.com, NY Times COVID-19 Status, Lockdown Debate: Johns Hopkins, WaPo, Reuters, CNBC Trump Fraud Investigation: NY Times, Reuters, AP Trump on TikTok Sale: CNN, NY Times, Reuters, WSJ Boeing 737 Max Jets Next Steps: Bloomberg, WSJ, NY Times Google Unveils 5G Phones: Reuters, The Verge, Business Insider, Axios XFL Sold: CNN, Axios, AP, CBS Sports Fyre Festival Merch Auction: CNN, The Verge, AP, Auction Trivia Tuesday: National Geographic, Visit Scotland

Aug 4, 202010 min

S1 Ep 745TikTok Talks, Bracing for Isaias & Space Mission Success- Monday, August 3rd, 2020

The news to know for Monday, August 3rd, 2020! What to know about: TikTok's potential future: the latest on the president's threat to ban it and Microsoft's plan to buy it an ongoing wildfire in California and a tropical storm on the Atlantic coast another COVID-19 outbreak in pro sports NASA astronauts' historic and dramatic return to Earth the arrest over the largest Twitter breach in history Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Tik Tok's American Future: NY Times, AP, CNBC, Axios, Microsoft COVID-19 Crisis: Johns Hopkins, WSJ, Reuters, CNN, Axios Relief Bill Negotiations: Politico, Reuters, WSJ, Axios, CNN Marine Search Called Off: CNN, NPR, FOX News, Marines Tropical Storm Isaias Update: AP, Axios, CBS News, Reuters Wildfire in Southern California: LA Times, NBC News, ABC News, Twitter U.S. Astronauts Return to Earth: USA Today, Axios, AP Teen Charged in Twitter Hack: USA Today, The Verge, Engadget Changes Coming to MLB Protocols: WSJ, CBS Sports, ESPN Outbreak Hits 2nd MLB Team: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, Tweet NFL Head Coach Tests Positive: CNN, ESPN Google IDing Black-Owned Businesses: Engadget, The Verge, Android Police, Google Libraries Become Popular Amid Pandemic: Axios, NPR, KQED Monday Monday - Big Tech Surge Amid Pandemic: AP, Reuters, WSJ

Aug 3, 202010 min

S1 Ep 744Special Edition: Uncovering Mysteries of Mars

Today's "Special Edition Saturday" interview features space journalist and author Elizabeth Howell. She shares what NASA's fifth and most sophisticated Mars rover (just launched!) will be doing, and what role it plays in the bigger goal of sending humans to live on the red planet... Be sure to tune-in each weekday for our regular episodes to get quick, unbiased news roundups in 10 minutes! View show transcripts here.

Aug 1, 20209 min

S1 Ep 743Economic Crash, Hurricane Isaias & Oprah Gives Up 'O' Cover- Friday, July 31st, 2020

The news to know for Friday, July 31st, 2020! We're covering: the nation's fastest economic crash on record where negotiations stand on the next relief bill why the president floated the idea to delay Election Day & whether it could become a reality a new way to get Lyft rides new rules for college athletes' uniforms a new person featured on the 'O' Magazine: why, for the first time, it won't be Oprah Winfrey Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by LiquidIV.com - use code NEWSWORTHY and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: GDP Record Plunge: NBC News, WSJ, NY Times, AP, Reuters Next Relief Bill Negotiations: AP, Reuters, Axios, CNBC Coronavirus Outbreak Spreading: Johns Hopkins, Reuters, ABC News, WaPo Herman Cain Dies from Covid-19: NY Times, Fox News, AP, Herman Cain, Trump Tweet Trump Floats Delaying Election: ABC News, Reuters, Axios, NPR, Trump Tweet No Charges for Officer in Brown Death: AP, NBC News, ABC News, St. Louis Dispatch Hurricane Isaias Path & Flooding: AP, ABC News, FOX News, Weather Channel Lyft Expanding Rental Car Business: Reuters, TechCrunch, CNN, Lyft NCAA New Social Justice Rules: Fox News, ESPN, CBS Sports, NCAA Breonna Taylor on the Cover of 'O' Magazine: USA Today, NBC News, CBS News, O Mag MTV VMA Nominations: AP, CNN, Billboard Feel Good Friday: The Upside Podcast

Jul 31, 202010 min

S1 Ep 742COVID 'Red Zones', Mars Rover Launch & NBA Returns - Thursday, July 30th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, July 30th, 2020! What to know today about: red and green zones in the U.S. the deal that has federal agents packing up to leave Portland which presidents will, and won't, be at the funeral of civil rights icon John Lewis what big tech CEOs said under oath this week the return of pro-basketball in "the bubble" who is topping the charts and breaking records All that and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by LiquidIV.com - use code NEWSWORTHY Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: 'Red Zone' Grows to 21 States: NY Times, CBS News, ABC News New U.S. Death Records: The Hill, Newsweek, Reuters, Johns Hopkins Federal Agents Leaving Portland: WSJ, NY Times, AP, Reuters, Gov. Brown, DHS Sec. Wolf Agents go to More Cities: USA Today, Axios, Justice Dept. Big Tech Hearing: AP, WSJ, Axios, USA Today, Full Hearing John Lewis Funeral Today: AJC, USA Today, FOX News, NBC News Mars Rover Launch: Space.com, USA Today, CBS News, Launchpad Live View, NASA Live Coverage Eid al-Adha Begins: Al Jazeera, CNN, Al Jazeera 2 NBA Returns: AP, CBS Sports, NY Times Lollapalooza on YouTube: The Verge, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Lollapalooza Drake Breaks Billboard Record: CNN, Billboard, BBC Thing to Know Thursday: Furloughs and Layoffs: WSJ, Dictionary

Jul 30, 202010 min

S1 Ep 741AG Barr on Defense, Mystery Seeds Warning & #ChallengeAccepted Explained- Wednesday, July 29th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, July 29th, 2020! We'll tell you about: which states health officials think could be the next COVID-19 hot spots what to expect from the top four leaders of 'Big Tech' as they testify in front of Congress today how the U.S. Attorney General handled tough questions from lawmakers why there's controversy about the black and white photos trending on social media what to do if you get 'mystery seeds' in the mail all the Emmy nominations, including which platform broke a record Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by LiquidIV.com - use code NEWSWORTHY and by CastleGrade - use discount code NEWS Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: U.S. Outbreaks Status: Johns Hopkins, Reuters, NBC News Kodak Shifts to Drug Production: WSJ, FOX Business, NPR Russia Spreading COVID Disinformation: AP, NY Times, Al Jazeera Big Tech to Testify: NY Times, Politico, Reuters, CBS News AG Barr Hearing: WSJ, CBS News, AP, Reuters, ABC News Americans Receive Mystery Seeds: WSJ, CBS News, Fox News Netflix Breaks Emmy Nom Record: NY Times, CNBC, AP Universal AMC Deal: TechCrunch, CNBC, The Verge, Reuters Women Posting Black and White Selfies: CNN, NY Times, Forbes, Today Influencers Paid to Use Instagram Reels: WSJ, Forbes Work Wednesday: Business Travel Outlook: NY Times, Bloomberg, Axios

Jul 29, 202010 min

S1 Ep 740HEALS Act Proposed, Pilgrimage in a Pandemic & MLB Season in Jeopardy- Tuesday, July 28th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, July 28th, 2020! We have updates about: the latest progress in the race for a coronavirus vaccine what's included in the new GOP relief bill who from President Trump's inner circle tested positive for COVID-19 why the Major League Baseball season is already in jeopardy, just four days in which big tech company expanded its work-from-home policy another new popular hobby: what Americans are buying up Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by LiquidIV.com. Use code NEWSWORTHY at checkout. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: WHO: "Most Severe Emergency" Ever: BBC, The Hill, WHO U.S. COVID Deaths Rise: Johns Hopkins, Reuters, Axios National Security Adviser Gets COVID: Bloomberg, Politico, AP, Axios Moderna Trial Enters Final-Stage Testing: WSJ, CNN, NY Times, Reuters Republicans Release Stimulus Proposal: WSJ, Axios, WaPo, AP More Federal Agents to Portland: WaPo, FOX News, Reuters, NPR Hajj Pilgrimage Begins: AP, Al Jazeera, National Geographic Miami Marlins Outbreak: USA Today, CBS News, NBC News Google Employees WFH into Next Summer: TechCrunch, CBS News, NBC News Surge in Boat Sales: AP, Fortune, Fox Business Fauci's Baseball Card a Bestseller: CNN, USA Today, Sports Illustrated

Jul 28, 202011 min

S1 Ep 739Nationwide Protests, RIP Regis Philbin & Double Meteor Showers- Monday, July 27th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, July 27th, 2020! What to know about more protests and riots around the country: where they're happening and what inspired them. Also, the latest from a COVID-19 hot spot, and why the White House task force is going there today. Plus, we're talking about two hurricanes, two meteor showers, and Taylor Swift's latest worldwide record... Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by LiquidIV.com. Use code NEWSWORTHY at checkout. Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email (just so you can't vote twice, no spam!) and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Weekend Protests Nationwide: NY Times, AP, Axios, WSJ, WaPo, ABC News New COVID-19 Records: Johns Hopkins, Reuters, CNN, Tampa Bay Times Pence Traveling to Miami Today: Miami Herald, WOFL John Lewis Memorial Services: AJC, AP, Reuters, Axios Body of Rep. Lewis to Lie in State: CNN, FOX News, CBS News, WaPo, ABC News Regis Philbin Dies: USA Today, CNN, FOX News Fleetwood Mac Co-Creator Dies: AP, NY Times, Rolling Stone Gone with the Wind Star Dies: AP, CBS News, Reuters Hurricane Douglas Threatens Hawaii: AP, WSJ, Weather Channel, NWS Hanna hits Texas, Downgraded: NBC News, Reuters, Axios, WaPo Twitter Walkout Planned: NBC News, NY Daily News, Reuters Taylor Swift Album Sales: Variety, Hollywood Reporter, NY Daily News Space Force Debuts Official Logo: TechCrunch, Gizmodo, Fox News, Space Force Double Meteor Showers: CBS News, Miami Herald, USA Today Monday Monday: Home Purchases Record: Axios, CNBC, Reuters, WSJ

Jul 27, 202010 min

S1 Ep 738Special Edition: Broadway Star Ali Stroker on ADA's 30th Anniversary

Today's "Special Edition Saturday" interview features history-making Broadway star Ali Stroker. She shares what the 30th anniversary of the landmark civil rights legislation, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), means to her. Be sure to tune-in each weekday for our regular episodes to get quick, unbiased news roundups in 10 minutes! View show transcripts here.

Jul 25, 20207 min

S1 Ep 737New Tools for Schools, RNC Events Canceled & 'Redskins' Rebranded- Friday, July 24th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, July 24th, 2020! We're covering new guidelines for getting kids back in classrooms, and how federal health officials say it can still happen safely this fall. Also, we'll explain the big change-of-plans for the Republican National Convention. Plus, airlines are cracking down on one rule, the former Washington Redskins got an underwhelming new name, and which big milestone is happening this weekend. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: New School Reopening Guidelines: NBC News, CNN, USA Today, CDC, Decision-Making Checklist No "End in Sight" to Virus: CNBC, TB Alliance, CNN U.S. COVID-19 Surge: Johns Hopkins, WSJ, Reuters, CBS News Trump Cancels RNC Events: USA Today, AP, Reuters, WSJ, FOX News Watchdogs Investigating Federal Agents' Actions: AP, Reuters, NPR Federal Agents Sent to Seattle: NY Times, CNN, Seattle Times Former Redskins Get Temp Name: CNN, CBS Sports, USA Today WNBA Resumes: ESPN, NY Times NHL Returns: NBC Sports, CBS Sports Airlines New Mask Rules: AP, Business Insider, Fortune, American, Southwest, United, Delta Disney Delays Movie Releases: USA Today, CNBC, Hollywood Reporter AMC Delays Theater Reopenings: USA Today, Axios, WSJ TikTok Fund for U.S. Creators: TechCrunch, CNN, Engadget ADA Anniversary This Weekend: NPR, NY Times, ADA.gov Feel Good Friday - Community Fridges: NBC Los Angeles, LA Community Fridge

Jul 24, 202010 min

S1 Ep 736Testing Backlog, Nat'l Park Improvements & MLB Opening Day- Thursday, July 23rd, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, July 23rd, 2020! What to know today about COVID-19 testing delays, including what some of the largest testing companies have to say about it. Also, what's in a historic bill that passed with overwhelming support from both parties, and we'll explain the latest China controversy. Plus, it's baseball's Opening Day, we'll tell you which city is getting a new professional soccer team, and what changes are coming to Amazon's delivery boxes... All that and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by CastleGrade. Use discount code NEWS. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: COVID-19 Testing Capacity: AP, CNBC, Time U.S. Coronavirus Surge: Johns Hopkins, AP, Reuters, FW Star Telegram, NBC News More Mask Mandates Issued: The Week, AP, Politico Federal Agents Sent to More Cities: AP, Reuters, WSJ, Politico, Axios, Justice Department China Ordered to Close Consulate: NY Times, USA Today, WSJ, Politico Great American Outdoors Act: AP, Axios, CNN China Launches Mars Rover: BBC, NASA, NYT MLB Opening Day: AP, CBS Sports, CNN, Forbes MLB Social Justice Jerseys: AP, ESPN, Bleacher Report New NWSL Team Coming to LA: WSJ, NY Times, People First Woman to Lead Army Reserve: USA Today, The Hill, Military.com New Recyclable Amazon Packaging: USA Today, Amazon TTKT: One Year Until Olympics: USA Today, WSJ

Jul 23, 202010 min

S1 Ep 735Virus Worse Before Better, Census Debate Explained & Instagram Fundraisers- Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020! What to know about how President Trump is changing his tone on COVID-19 and what's keeping Congress from passing the next relief bill. Also, we'll explain the newest debate surrounding the 2020 census and how it could impact your representation in Congress. Plus, Instagram's new fundraising feature, something new allowed on NFL helmets, and Walmart ends a holiday tradition after more than 30 years. Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Trump Holds COVID-19 Briefing: AP, WSJ, FOX News, Axios 1000+ U.S. Coronavirus Deaths: Johns Hopkins, Axios, Reuters, Politico Chinese Hackers Allegedly Target COVID Research: AP, NY Times, Reuters, WSJ, Indictment Next Relief Bill Debate: WaPo, Bloomberg, AP, CNN, CNBC Trump Signs Census Executive Order: NPR, Axios, NBC News, USA Today, White House Twitter Bans QAnon Accounts: NBC News, NPR, NY Times, Twitter NFL to Allow Social Justice Decals: AP, ESPN, CNN IG Tests Personal Fundraiser Feature: TechCrunch, The Verge, Forbes, Instagram Greta Thunberg Donates Award to Environmental Groups: USA Today, ABC News Battle of the Dogs: BET, USA Today, Instagram Work Wednesday: Walmart Closing on Thanksgiving: USA Today, Business Insider, Walmart

Jul 22, 202010 min

S1 Ep 734Florida Teachers Sue, Trader Joe's Rebranding & No Preseason Football- Tuesday, July 21st, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, July 21st, 2020! What to know today about another promising vaccine, a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that has Florida teachers taking their governor to court, and which cities President Trump might send federal officers to next. Plus, the politics and mental health concerns surrounding rapper-turned-presidential candidate Kanye West, why Trader Joe's is rebranding some of its products, and who is throwing out the first pitch on MLB's Opening Day... Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Oxford Vaccine Promising Results: BBC, AP, Axios, Reuters, The Lancet FL Education Association Lawsuit: Politico, CNN, Executive Order, Harvard Guidance DHS Could go to More Cities: Chicago Tribune, Reuters, USA Today, Axios Election Interference Concerns: Reuters, AP, USA Today Kanye West Candidacy Updates: Axios, ABC News, Fox News FDA Calls for the Removal of Some E-Cigs: AP, WSJ, FOX News, FDA Trader Joe's Rebranding: NY Times, Business Insider, USA Today, NBC News Demand for Air Travel is Shrinking Again: CNN, CNBC, MarketWatch Report: No Preseason Football: CBS Sports, NBC Sports, NFL NFL Players to be Tested Daily for COVID-19: AP, ESPN, LA Times Fauci to Throw Out First Pitch: Twitter, Axios, Bleacher Report

Jul 21, 202010 min

S1 Ep 733'Pool Testing' Approved, Civil Rights Icon Remembered & Historic Mars Mission - Monday, July 20th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, July 20th, 2020! What to know today about reports of U.S. hospitals overwhelmed, and we'll explain a new kind of coronavirus testing just approved. Also, we remember a civil rights icon and share why thousands of workers across the country plan to strike today. Plus: a historic Mars mission, NFL players demand action from the league, and the largest virtual choir ever... Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email (just so you can't vote twice, no spam!) and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Hospitals Overwhelmed: CNN, USA Today, NBC Miami, LA Times, AP Worldwide Deaths Top 600,000: Johns Hopkins, NPRMask Mandate Debate: FOX News, VOA, NBC News FDA Approves Pooled Testing: CNN, The Hill, FDA Congress Returns, Aid Negotiations: Politico, WSJ, WaPo, AP RIP Rep. John Lewis: NYT, AP, Reuters Federal Agents in Portland: NYT, USA Today, Axios, Reuters UAE First Mission to Mars: CNET, Reuters, CBS News Strike for Black Lives: CNN, Fortune NFL Team Accused: WaPo, USA Today, FOX News NFL Players Concerned: Reuters, AP World's First Lab-Made Chicken Nuggets: Engadget, The Verge, KFC Largest Virtual Choir: CBS News, NPR, YouTube Video Money Monday - Shrinking Credit Card Debt: CNN, Forbes, CNBC

Jul 20, 202010 min

S1 Ep 732Vaccine Research Hack, RNC Scaled Back & Emoji Day- Friday, July 17th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, July 17th, 2020! We're covering a new hacking allegation. This time, Russia may be trying to steal coronavirus-related research. Also, President Trump's big plans for the Republican National Convention got downsized. Plus, 988 will officially be the 911 of mental health, the NCAA lays out a new plan for fall sports, and the specific reason today is Emoji Day. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Russia Hacking Warning: AP, NY Times, NBC News, WSJ, Advisory FBI Investigating Twitter Hack: Reuters, WSJ, NBC News More U.S. Coronavirus Records: USA Today, CNN, Johns Hopkins Unpublished WH Hot Zone Recommendations: The Center for Public Integrity More Mask Mandates: NY Times, CNN, ABC News, AJC RNC Scaled Back: WaPo, Politico, AP DNC Plans Update: USA Today, The Hill, NY Times Jobless Claims Hold Steady: CNBC, WSJ, CNN, Axios, Bloomberg NCAA New Guidelines Released: NCAA, Axios, NY Times, ESPN FCC Approves 988 Emergency Hotline: USA Today, The Hill, CBS News, FCC Netflix Adds Another 10 Million Subscribers: The Verge, WaPo, (Vox last year) Netflix Gets new Co-CEO: CNN, The Verge, AP World Emoji Day: Official Website, Emojipedia, Business Insider, 9 to 5 Mac Feel Good Friday - Teen Creates Superheroes with Disabilities: TODAY, WeCant2WeCan

Jul 17, 202010 min

S1 Ep 731Disaster Response, Twitter Hack & Single Shoe Sales (+ NBA Bubble Life)- Thursday, July 16th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, July 16th, 2020! What to know today about another COVID-19 record in the U.S. and how the response efforts compare to other disasters. Also, an unprecedented and high-profile Twitter hack: what happened and who was hit. Plus, an update on Kanye's 2020 bid, the largest sports crowd in months, and where you can now buy one shoe at a time. All that and more in just 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview. Our guest talks about how professional basketball players are adapting to life on lockdown in the NBA bubble. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: U.S. COVID-19 Case Record: Johns Hopkins, CBS News, AP, LA Times Stores Add Mask Mandates: NYT, CNBC, WaPo, Walmart Navarro Trashes Fauci: USA Today, Reuters, WSJ Dr. Fauci Response: Reuters, NY Times, The Atlantic, Axios Overdose Deaths Increase: AP, WSJ, Axios, WaPo, CDC, Find Treatment High Profile Twitter Hacks: CNN, The Verge, TechCrunch, CNBC, NY Times, Twitter Kanye on Okla Presidential Ballot: AP, FOX News, TMZ Fans Attend NASCAR Race: AP, USA Today, NASCAR CBS and NAACP Partnership: CNN, Variety, USA Today Aluminum Can Shortage: USA Today, Fox News, Twitter Zappos to Sell Shoe Singles: FOX News, AP, CNN, Zappos Closest Image of the Sun: CBS News, NASA

Jul 16, 202018 min

S1 Ep 730Promising Vaccine, Tax Day & New Streaming Service- Wednesday, July 15th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, July 15th, 2020! What to know about new vaccine findings and the next phase that will be key. Also, a rule reversal involving colleges and new policy plans from both 2020 presidential candidates. Plus, how Apple users can get paid, a new streaming service starts today, and are paper-based alcohol bottles the future? Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Vaccine Trial Results: WSJ, Axios, USA Today, NBC News, ABC News Southern Virus Deaths Surge: Johns Hopkins, AP, Reuters, Miami Herald, CNN CDC Pushes for Mask-Wearing: Axios, Stat, CNN, ABC News ICE Drops Student Visa Rules: AP, WSJ, USA Today Sessions Loses GOP Senate Runoff: Politico, AP, CNN Biden Releases Climate Plan: Bloomberg, Axios, AP, Reuters Trump Atlanta Visit: AJC, The Hill, WaPo Tax Day: NY Times, WSJ, IRS Peacock Launches Today: Cnet, TechCrunch, AP, Variety Apple Customer Settlement: CNN, Engadget Apple Camera Cover Warning: Business Insider, NY Post, The Verge Shipt Workers to Strike: The Verge, The Hill Johnnie Walker Paper Bottles: Reuters, BBC, CNN Work Wednesday: Google Offers Scholarships: Forbes, CNBC, Cnet, Google, Sign Up Here

Jul 15, 202010 min

S1 Ep 729Online-Only Schools, Record Heat Wave & Comfort Food Boom - Tuesday, July 14th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, July 14th, 2020! What to know today about the new announcements from some of the largest school districts in the country. Their plans for the fall and what the Trump administration has to say about them. Plus, millions of Americans are impacted by an intense heatwave; comfort and cannabis foods are flying off store shelves, and 'Hamilton' is still breaking records five years after its Broadway debut. ... and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: 3 States Add COVID Restrictions: LA Times, Reuters, AP, The Oregonian, KQRE, CNN Schools Release Fall Plans: NBC News, Axios, NY Times Trump, Devos Back-to-School Push: ABC News, USA Today, FOX News, CNN, Weingarten Tweet, AAP Statement White House Questions Experts: AP, Reuters, NBC News, ABC News, WaPo, CNN, AAMC Statement SCOTUS Allows Federal Executions: AP, USA Today, Strict Abortion Laws Blocked: AP, The Tennessean, AJC, Axios, The Hill Record-Breaking Summer Heat: USA Today, CBS News, WaPo, FOX News Comfort Food Sales Boom: Bloomberg, Reuters, CNBC Weed Edibles Sales Boom: NY Times, AP More Potentially Dangerous Hand Sanitizers: ABC News, USA Today, FDA, CBS News NFL, Oakley Partner on Face Shields: AP, ESPN, Bleacher Report Naya Rivera Death Folo: AP, CNN, USA Today, Variety Hamilton Hits No. 2 on Billboard 200: Billboard, Forbes Bastille Day: History, Nat Geo, France 24

Jul 14, 202010 min

S1 Ep 728Florida Shatters Record, NFL Team Name Change & Model Makes History- Monday, July 13th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, July 13, 2020! We're covering Florida breaking a national record when it comes to COVID-19, the president's recent decision that prompted a rare reaction and a big announcement from the Washington Redskins following years of controversy. Plus: which platform may ban political ads, the Ford Bronco getting a makeover, and why the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue is making history again... Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email (just so you can't vote twice, no spam!) and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Florida 15,000+ Cases: Reuters, AP, CNBC Expect Rising Covid-19 Deaths: Johns Hopkins, USA Today, Axios, Politico. ABC News Trump Wears Mask in Public for First Time: CNN, FOX News, NPR Trump Commutes Roger Stone: FOX News, WSJ, Reuters, Politico, Trump Tweet Robert Mueller Chimes In with Op-Ed: WaPo, Politico, AP Trump Planning Immigration Executive Order: Reuters, FOX News, NPR, Bloomberg, Trump Comments Trump's NH Rally Called Off: NY Times, NBC News, Business Insider, MLive Redskins to Retire Team Name: WaPo, USA Today, CBS Sports Facebook Might Ban Political Ads: NY Times, The Verge, Bloomberg Ford Bronco Debut: Cnet, Car and Driver, CNBC Kelly Preston Dies: People, Variety, Instagram Sports Illustrated's First Transgender Model: CNN, Hapers Bazaar, Vogue, People Vintage Mario Game Auction: AP, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Heritage Auctions Monday Monday - Taxes Due Wednesday: NY Times, Forbes, IRS

Jul 13, 202010 min

S1 Ep 727Trump Taxes Ruling, Glee Star Vanished & Disney World Reopens - Friday, July 10th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, July 10th, 2020! We're covering: the Supreme Court's landmark ruling about President Trump's tax returns the search for a celebrity who mysteriously disappeared new campaign plans and promises from both 2020 presidential candidates what will be different about another TV show reboot how Disney World will reopen in the age of coronavirus Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email (just so you can't vote twice, no spam!) and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News This episode is brought to you by www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump's Tax Returns Ruling: WaPo, Reuters, AP, NY Times, WSJ COVID-19 Deaths Rising: Johns Hopkins, Axios, LA Times, USA Today, AP Trump NH Rally Concerns & Tulsa Virus Surge: AP, USA Today, NY Times Biden Economic Plan: Reuters, Politico, USA Today, FOX News "Broken Heart Syndrome" Increase: NBC News, CNN, USA Today, People Glee Star Likely Drowned: AP, CNN, Variety The Wonder Years Reboot: CNN, Fox News, The Hollywood Reporter Disney World Reopening: CNN, USA Today, AP American Century Championship: ESPN, Golf Channel, Bleacher Report, KRNV Warren Buffett Billions in Donations: AP, Reuters, NY Times Feel Good Friday - WNBA Star Helps Free Prisoner: USA Today, ESPN, BBC, YouTube

Jul 10, 202010 min

S1 Ep 726School Funding Threat, Facebook Failed & Tinder Video Chat (+ Ethics in a Crisis) - Thursday, July 9th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, July 9th, 2020! What to know today about: President Trump's threat to cut funding for schools a Supreme Court ruling about religious rights and birth control the audit Facebook failed new plans for college sports Tinder's newest feature ...and more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview. Our guest talks about ethics in a health crisis and how even some experts got it wrong. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Threatens Schools, CDC Guidelines: AP, Reuters, WSJ, USA Today, NY Times, Trump Tweet U.S. COVID-19 Status: Johns Hopkins, WSJ, USA Today, Politico Harvard, MIT Sue Trump Admin: AP, WSJ, USA Today, Axios, State Dept. Lt. Col. Vindman Retiring: AP, WSJ, Reuters, CNN, Politico, Vindman Announcement SCOTUS Religious Rights Ruling: AP, WSJ, NY Times Trump Tax Records Ruling Expected Today: AP, Reuters, Politico Facebook Civil Rights Audit: WaPo, NY Times, Vice, AP, Facebook, Full Audit Ivy League Cancels Fall Sports: USA Today, NY Times, WSJ Brooks Brothers Bankruptcy: WSJ, CNBC, Reuters Amazon to List Sellers' Names and Addresses: The Verge, Business Insider, CNBC Tinder Launches Video Calls: The Verge, TechCrunch, CNN Ethics During a Health Crisis: Harvard Global Health Institute, NPR, WaPo, NY Times

Jul 9, 202018 min

S1 Ep 725Back-to-School Push, Banning TikTok? & MLS Returns- Wednesday, July 8th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, July 8th, 2020! We're covering: President Trump's push to reopen schools in the fall the reason one top official says the U.S. could ban the hugely social media app, Tik Tok new competition for Amazon Prime another major pro sport returns a rare show in the sky this month & how you can see it ...and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Pressures Governors to Reopen Schools: FOX News, AP, CNN, CDC, NEA Response Fauci New Warnings: Axios, CNN, The Hill, Facebook Trump Officially Begins Withdrawal from WHO: WSJ, NBC News, AP, Reuters COVID-19 Cases: Reuters, Johns Hopkins Brazil's President Catches COVID-19: AP, CBS News, WaPo, Reuters Trump to Meet with Mexican President: AP, Politico, WSJ, NY Times, NPR Mary Trump Memoir Highlights: NY Times, NBC News, FOX News, WaPo U.S. Considers Banning TikTok: FOX News, CNBC, USA Today, WaPo Instagram Rolls Out Pinned Comments: The Verge, Cnet, Instagram Walmart New Membership Program: Vox (Recode), Reuters, CBS News Major League Soccer Returns: NY Times, ESPN, AP New Comet Visible This Month: CNN, Space.com Work Wednesday: Training Competition: Axios, XPrize

Jul 8, 202010 min

S1 Ep 724Billionaires Got Gov't Loans, Uber Buys Postmates & Blackout Day 2020- Tuesday, July 7th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, July 7th, 2020! What to know today about: the impact of reversing reopening plans how large companies got their hands on taxpayer dollars meant for small businesses the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that settles an election-related debate the well-known company Uber just bought why Colin Kaepernick is teaming up with Disney why some people won't be buying anything all day ... and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: U.S. Breaks More COVID-19 Records: WSJ, USA Today, Johns Hopkins California Shuts Down More Bars: LA Times, Reuters, Vox NYC Reopening: NY Times, WSJ, FOX News Universities Announce Fall Plans: WaPo, CNN, CNBC Impact on Foreign Students: Reuters, WSJ, Axios, ICE PPP Loan Recipients: AP, Reuters, WSJ, Bloomberg, Politico, Treasury Data Amy Cooper Charged: AP, Reuters, Axios, Manhattan DA SCOTUS Rules Against Faithless Electors: NBC News, WSJ, WaPo SCOTUS Robocall Ruling: NPR, CNET, WaPo Uber Buys Postmates: AP, NY Times, The Verge, Reuters, Uber, Online Grocery Shopping Hits Record Sales: TechCrunch, Full Survey Blackout Day 2020: CNN, USA Today, #Blackout Day2020 Colin Kaepernick ESPN Series: Hollywood Reporter, ESPN, CNN, ESPN Films Ringo Starr Charity Birthday Fundraiser: Rolling Stone, NY Daily News, Ringo Starr

Jul 7, 20209 min

S1 Ep 723Airborne Virus Debate, Kanye for President? & Happiness Study - Monday, July 6th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, July 6th, 2020! What to know today about: a key difference between the COVID-19 outbreak now and the one that swept through the U.S. in the spring the next steps for Kanye West if he really intends to run for president Airbnb's new age limits the research proving money can buy happiness ... and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More U.S. Infection Records: NY Times, Reuters, Politico, FOX News, Axios, Johns Hopkins Scientists: Coronavirus is Airborne: NY Times, Reuters, Axios, WaPo Weekend Protests: Reuters, The Hill, Baltimore Sun, Axios, AP, NY Times, FOX News, NBC News Weekend Trump Speeches: AP, Reuters, WSJ, Politico, WaPo Biden 4th of July Address: The Hill, FOX News, CBS News, LA Times Kanye West Running for President: USA Today, Reuters, Politico, CNN, Tweet Pipeline Canceled: AP, NY Times, USA Today, CNN, News Release Boeing Pulls Plug on 747 Jets: Bloomberg, Reuters, Engadget Airbnb Unveils Age Restrictions: USA Today, Fox News, Airbnb Piano Business Thrives: NY Times Monday Monday - Money Can Buy Happiness: FOX Business, WaPo, Full Study

Jul 6, 202010 min

S1 Ep 722July 4th Warning, Smell Tests & "Hamilton" at Home- Friday, July 3rd, 2020

The news to know for Friday, July 3rd, 2020! We're covering: Independence Day closures and celebrations testing labs getting overwhelmed controversy at Mount Rushmore the woman arrested after years of allegations nearly 5 million jobs added (but why it's likely too soon to celebrate) why smell tests could be the new fever checks the NFL's new ideas to make amends how to watch the Broadway hit Hamilton at home Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.FunctionofBeauty.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus Testing Czar Briefing: NBC News, Axios, Politico, The Hill COVID-19 Cases Rising in 40 States: AP, Axios, Reuters, WaPo, Johns Hopkins, White House Texas Statewide Mask Mandate: Texas Tribune, NBC News, WSJ Florida Breaks Records: Orlando Sentinel, Axios, Reuters, Politico, NBC News Trump to Visit Mt. Rushmore: AP, WaPo, FOX News, NPR Ghislaine Maxwell Arrested: AP, Reuters, WSJ, NY Times Congress Passes China Sanctions: AP, Politico, Bloomberg, NY Times, Al Jazeera June Jobs Report: WSJ, FOX News, Axios Smell Tests for COVID-19: Stat, Today, JAMA NFL to Play Black National Anthem: USA Today, ESPN, CNN, FOX News Facebook Pins Voter Registration- The Verge, The Hill, FOX Business Walmart Parking Lots Becoming Drive-Ins: WaPo, CNN, Walmart Hamilton Drops on Disney+: LA Times, Cnet, Rolling Stone, NY Times Penumbral Lunar Eclipse: USA Today, Thrillist, Newsweek Virtual Fourth of July Events: WaPo, NY Times, BBC Feel Good Friday - Record Ocean Cleanup: Ocean Voyages Institute, Honolulu Star-Adviser, KHON

Jul 3, 202010 min

S1 Ep 721Mask Mandate Debate, Most Valuable Automaker & 90s Cartoon Comeback (+ Voting in a Pandemic)- Thursday, July 2nd, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, July 2nd, 2020! What to know today about: announcements to slow down or reverse reopening plans guidance for schools from the American Academy of Pediatrics a reported change to the NFL preseason NASA giving big money to small businesses the cartoon making a comeback for a new generation ...and more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview. Our guest talks about the impact of a pandemic on voting. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by www.FunctionofBeauty.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More States Reverse Reopenings: AP, USA Today, CBS News, NY Times AAP Gives School Guidance: AAP, WSJ, NYT Case Count/Death Toll: Johns Hopkins, CNN Trump Changes Tone on Masks: AP, CNN, FOX News, USA Today Mask Mandate Could Save Economy: USA Today, CNBC, ABC News, Business Insider Congress Extends Paycheck Protection Program: Axios, NY Times, CNN, CNBC Seattle Protest Zone Cleared: Seattle Times, AP, Reuters, WSJ, FOX News, Mayor Durkan Richmond, VA Confederate Statues Removed: WaPo, CNN, FOX News, Axios DHS Guarding Monuments: AP, Al Jazeera, ABC News World's Most Valuable Automaker: TechCrunch, CNBC, Forbes, CNN NASA Pays Millions to Small Biz: TechCrunch, NASA Odwalla Going Out of Business: FOX Business, WSJ, Business Insider, CNN NFL Shortens Preseason: USA Today, ESPN, AP Beavis & Butthead Comeback: AP, CNN, MTV, Variety TTKT: Voting in a Pandemic: Vote.org, Rockthevote.org, CBS News, NY Times, The Atlantic

Jul 2, 202017 min

S1 Ep 720100K Daily Cases Possible, New NAFTA & Baseball is Back- Wednesday, July 1st, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, July 1st, 2020! We're covering: the newest prediction for the pandemic a historic trade deal taking effect today why China's crackdown on Hong Kong comes at such a significant time which airline will stop blocking middle seats Major League Baseball beginning its comeback what Bob Dylan just accomplished before anyone else ...and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.FunctionofBeauty.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Fauci: Cases Could Hit 100,000 Per Day: WSJ, FOX News, AP, Reuters, Axios Case Count/Death Toll: Johns Hopkins Lawmakers Push Mask Wearing: AP, WaPo, Politico Vaccine Must be 50% Effective: WSJ, Reuters, USA Today USMCA Goes into Effect: Politico, CNN, USMCA China Passes Hong Kong Security Law: Reuters, BBC, NY Times, CNN Carl Reiner Dies: TMZ, NY Times, Reuters, USA Today AA to Book Flights to Capacity Again: AP, USA Today, American Airlines MLB Spring Training 2.0: NBC Sports, AP, CBS Sports Minor Leagues Canceled: AP, CNN, USA Today Red Light Could Preserve Vision: Newsweek, CNN, Gizmodo, Study YouTube TV Raises Monthly Rate: TechCrunch, Mashable, Engadget, YouTube Bob Dylan Milestone: NME, NY Times, Billboard Work Wednesday: Microsoft Launches Job Skills Initiative: Microsoft, Engadget, TechCrunch

Jul 1, 202010 min

S1 Ep 719Six Month Mark, Supreme Court's Abortion Ruling & Tip Your Cap Campaign- Tuesday, June 30th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, June 30th, 2020! What to know today about: what world leaders say is the key to getting the pandemic under control decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court concerning abortion rights and government oversight Broadway's new reopening plan what could be missing from the next iPhone the 100th anniversary many famous people are celebrating ... and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.FunctionofBeauty.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus Cases Keep Spiking: Johns Hopkins, AP WHO's New COVID Warning: NPR, AP, WHO, CNBC More States Slow Reopening: Reuters, USA Today, The Arizona Republic Remdesivir Cost: Stat, Vox, Axios, WSJ SCOTUS Overturns LA Abortion Law: NY Times, WSJ, Reuters, WaPo Supreme Court on Executive Orders: WSJ, CBS News, NYT Broadway Stays Closed: NY Times, Reuters, WaPo Cirque Du Soleil Bankruptcy: Reuters, NBC News, CNN, Tweet Bagged Salad Recall: Fresh Express, Consumer Reports, CDC Apple's Next iPhone Changes: CNBC, Mashable Anti-Face-Touching Necklace: USA Today, Mashable, NASA Tip Caps to Negro Leagues: WaPo, Sports Illustrated, Today, Reuters, Tip Your Cap 2020

Jun 30, 202010 min

S1 Ep 718Coronavirus Milestones, Historic Votes & BET Awards- Monday, June 29th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, June 29th, 2020! What to know today about: COVID-19 cases worldwide Russia reportedly plotting to hurt Americans two historic votes (one of which will lead to a state changing its flag) Facebook's newest policy Boeing's Max jet getting back in the air Yeezy going to Gap ... and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.FunctionofBeauty.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Global Coronavirus Milestones:: WSJ, AP, Axios, Johns Hopkins Masks Encouraged: NBC News, WaPo, WSJ "Window is Closing" to Get Virus Under Control: CNN, Axios, Politico Russia Offers Bounties to Kill U.S. Troops: AP, NY Times, FOX News, Reuters, Trump Tweet Trump Shares "White Power" Video: ABC News, Reuters, NBC News, CNN, Biden Response Mississippi Flag Vote: WaPo, Reuters, WSJ DC 51st State Vote: The Week, NPR, USA Today, WaPo, Bowser Tweet Facebook Labeling Rule-Breaking Posts: AP, Engadget, NPR, Facebook Major Brands Join Facebook Ad Boycott: CNN, Mashable, USA Today, FOX Business, WSJ Boeing to Begin Max Test Flights: WSJ, Reuters, NY Times Kanye West Brings Yeezy to Gap: AP, NY Times, Forbes, Gap BET Awards: AP, Billboard, BET Monday Monday - U.S. Rents Decreasing: CNN, Zumper

Jun 29, 202010 min

S1 Ep 717# of Cases 10x Higher, First Team Sport Returns & 50 Years of Pride- Friday, June 26th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, June 26th, 2020! We're explaining: how many people the CDC chief says have been infected with COVID-19 updated coronavirus risk factors, including pregnancy how an online petition convinced authorities to investigate an in-custody death women's soccer testing the 'bubble' theory YouTube taking on Tik Tok 50 years of PRIDE Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus New Daily Record: WaPo, CNN, Johns Hopkins Millions More Americans May Have Had COVID-19: AP, Reuters, WaPo, Axios, NBC News Who's Most at Risk: STAT, AP, USA Today, CDC (see full list) Some States Pause Reopening: AP, NBC News, Axios U.S. Jobless Claims: WSJ, Axios, USA Today CO Elijah McClain Death Investigated: Denver Post, CNN, ABC News Disney Ride to Get Rebranded: CNN, AP, NPR, Disney Parks Dixie Chicks Name Change: NBC News, LA Times, Instagram, March March Video YouTube Tests 15 Sec Videos: TechCrunch, YouTube Facebook Old News Warning: Engadget, The Hill, Cnet, Facebook NWSL Returns to Play: WSJ, WaPo, ESPN Pride Month Events: KGO, NY Times, AP, Global Pride 2020 Feel Good Friday: Oldest Golden Retriever in History: CNN, Today, FOX News

Jun 26, 202011 min

S1 Ep 716New Virus Records, Bottled Water Warning & Fireworks Sales Boom (+ Pandemic Travel Guide)- Thursday, June 25th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, June 25th, 2020! What to know today about: a new record peak in daily COVID-19 cases the travel advisory trying to slow the spread of the virus President Trump sending protection to certain statues historic changes coming to this year's DNC a warning about one particular brand of bottled water big boom in fireworks sales ...and more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview. Our guest explains what to consider if you plan to travel anytime soon... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy and www.Blinkist.com/news Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: New COVID-19 Records: NBC News, CNN, WaPo, WSJ, Johns Hopkins States Impose Quarantine on Travelers: CNBC, USA Today, AP, Reuters U.S. Marshals, National Guard Deployed: WaPo, FOX News, AP, USA Today, WaPo, Tweet Seattle Protesters Leaving: CNN, Seattle Times, KOMO Congress Stalled on Policing Bills: Axios, Reuters, Politico, WSJ, FOX News Nearly All-Virtual Democratic Convention: Axios, AP, Reuters, WSJ Amazon Fraud Crackdown: CNBC, The Verge, Amazon Whole Foods Bottled Water Warning: CNN, USA Today, FOX Business, Consumer Reports Fireworks Sales Boom: CNN, The Atlantic, NBC News, Business Insider NASA Names Headquarters after "Hidden Figure:" NASA, CBS News, Engadget

Jun 25, 202019 min

S1 Ep 715Next Few Weeks "Critical", Hospital Price Tags & So Long Segway- Wednesday, June 24th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, June 24th, 2020! We're covering: why these next few weeks are critical for the pandemic mixed messages from the White House on testing why hospital secrets could soon be revealed an emotional show of support in sports the end of the Segway companies giving more paid time off ...and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Top Health Officials Testify: AP, CNN, Reuters, WaPo, NY Times, Prepared Testimony Trump Doesn't Kid on Testing: Axios, Politico, ABC News COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Surge: NBC News, CBS News, Arizona Republic, CNBC, Texas Tribune, Johns Hopkins Prosecution "Pressured" in Roger Stone Trial: AP, LA Times, Reuters, Prepared Testimony Powerful Earthquake Hits Mexico: CNN, USA Today, AP, USGS Trump AZ Rally: Reuters, Politico, USA Today Biden/Obama Fundraiser: Reuters, AP, Axios, WaPo Virgin Galactic Partners with NASA: Space.com, ABC News, Virgin Galactic Hospital Price Transparency: AP, WSJ, CNN FBI's NASCAR Investigation: AP, CNN, ESPN Support for Bubba Wallace: ESPN, AP, USA Today, CBS News '30 Rock' Removing Episodes: NY Times, CBS News, Variety Jimmy Kimmel Apology: CNN, AP, WaPo Segway to Stop Making Scooters: AP, Engadget, Fast Company Work Wednesday: Twitter Workers Get Election Day Off: CNBC, AP, Forbes

Jun 24, 202011 min

S1 Ep 714Foreign Workers Banned, Facebook Boycott & Baseball Returns- Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020! What to know today about: another COVID-19 world record + we'll tell you which states in the U.S. are now thinking about reversing reopening the Trump administration is putting new limits on foreign workers what to expect as voters in five states go to the polls FDA's warning about certain types of hand sanitizer latest plan for Major League Baseball new features in the next iPhone update ... and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: WHO on COVID-19 Outbreaks: Reuters, AP, Politico, UN Infections Spike in the U.S.: CBS News, Orlando Sentinel, Politico, Axios, WaPo, Johns Hopkins NYC More Reopening: AP, WSJ, CBS News, NY Times Fauci, Others Testify Today: AP, The Hill, Prepared Testimony Remembering Rayshard Brooks: AJC, Reuters, NBC News Trump Limiting Work Visas: WSJ, USA Today, NBC News, Reuters, Axios Bolton Book Released Today: Reuters, AP, CNN, NPR 5 States Primaries: The Hill, NBC News, Roll Call Hand Sanitizer Warning: NY Times, CBS News, FOX Business, FDA Retailers Pull Ads from Facebook: The Hill, FOX Business, CNN, Reuters, AP Apple's Worldwide Developers' Conference: TechCrunch, Cnet, CNBC, Mashable MLB 60-Game Season: ESPN, USA Today, NY Times, CNN New Stonehenge Discovery: USA Today, AP, CNN

Jun 23, 202010 min

S1 Ep 713Federal Prosecutor Fired, Trump's Tulsa Turnout & Streaming IMAX Docs- Monday, June 22nd, 2020

The news to know for Monday, June 22nd, 2020! We're talking about the latest data showing where COVID-19 cases are spiking, Why the Trump administration is facing backlash for a recent firing, and we'll recap the president's Tulsa rally, including a surprise in a stands. Plus, IMAX and Hulu are teaming up, why there's a pocket change shortage, and how a rock star from the 90s broke a record 30 years later. Those stories and more in 10 minutes! This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy. Sources: US Reports Most Infections since May 1: CNBC, NY Times, ABC News, Johns Hopkins COVID-19 "Unlikely" to Slow: Axios, NY Times, NBC News Officer who Shot Breonna Taylor to be Fired: Louisville Courier Journal, ABC News, NY Times, Tweet, Letter from Chief Trump Fires Federal Prosecutor: WSJ, NY Times, USA Today, Reuters Trump Tulsa Rally: Axios, WSJ, NBC News, Politico, Trump Campaign BTS Fans, Tik Tok Users Troll Trump: AP, NY Times, NBC News, Reuters Moratorium on Cruises Extended: The Verge, USA Today NASCAR Confederate Flag Backlash: USA Today, CBS Sports, ESPN, AP, Tweet Tiz the Law wins Belmont Stakes: ESPN, CNN, NBC Sports Nextdoor Eliminated Forward to Police Program: The Verge, Engadget, Bloomberg IMAX Documentaries Coming to Hulu: Hollywood Reporter, Engadget, The Verge, IMAX Kurt Cobain's Guitar Sells for $6 Million: AP, BBC, Rolling Stone Monday Monday - Coin Shortage: NPR, USA Today

Jun 22, 202010 min

S1 Ep 712Court Upholds DACA, Celebrating Juneteenth & Summer Solstice- Friday, June 19th, 2020

The news to know for Friday, June 19th, 2020! We're explaining the second major U.S. Supreme Court decision this week, what it means that more young people are getting COVID-19, and how the nation is observing Juneteenth differently this year. Plus, introducing audio tweets, and we're preparing you for the weekend - from the first official day of summer to Father's Day. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: SCOTUS Rules Against Trump Ending DACA: NY Times, Politico, WaPo, ABC News, DHS Trump's Tulsa Rally Tomorrow: The Oklahoman, NBC News, AP, Axios, Reuters, CBS News, CDC Juneteenth: WSJ, ABC News, AP, WaPo, Change.org U.S. Virus Deaths Decline: AP, Slate, The Hill, CBS News, WPEC Your Tweet, Your Voice: Twitter, CNN Facebook Pulls Trump Ads: The Verge, TechCrunch, AP, Reuters Facebook Donating to Black Causes: Business Insider, Engadget, Facebook Summer Solstice: USA Today, Accuweather Rare 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse: Forbes, Cnet, CNN, CBS News Father's Day: Cnet, USA Today Espys: PEOPLE, ESPN Feel Good Friday - Dogs Sniff out Coronavirus: Good News Network, Science Times, Study

Jun 19, 202010 min

S1 Ep 711Murder Charges for Officer, Bolton's Bombshells & Aunt Jemima Retired (+ Know the Risks in Reopening)- Thursday, June 18th, 2020

The news to know for Thursday, June 18th, 2020! What to know today about the new murder charges against a former Atlanta police officer and what to expect next. Also, newly-released parts of the former national security advisor's upcoming book have troubling allegations against President Trump. What they are and how Trump is responding. Plus, big changes to some well-known brands, how to turn off all political ads on social media, and Lyft goes electric. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview, explaining key things to consider as you choose where it's safe to venture out again. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Former GA Officer Charged with Murder: NBC News, AP, Reuters, WSJ, CNN Atlanta Police Calling Out Sick in Protest: AJC, WXIA, Tweet Details from Bolton's Book: ABC News, WSJ, AP, FOX News, Schiff Tweet DOJ Restraining Order: Axios, The Hill, WaPo Veterans Mental Health Plan: AP, Stars & Stripes, ABC News, WaPo COVID-19 Mixed Messaging: Axios, WSJ, Daily Beast, Gray DC, CNN, Johns Hopkins NASA Honors Healthcare Workers: Space.com, AP Aunt Jemima to Change Name, Brand: NBC News, USA Today, CBS News, MarketWatch Other Brands Consider Phasing Out Logos: CNN, USA Today, Reuters Boy Scouts to Create Diversity Badge: NY Times, FOX News, People, Boy Scouts Netflix Founder Donates to HBCUs: CBS News, NY Times, CNBC Google Donation, Black Hiring Goal: WSJ, CBS News, CNBC Facebook and IG Make Political Ads Optional: The Verge, TechCrunch, NY Times, Zuckerberg, Facebook Lyft to go Electric by 2030: Mashable, FOX Business, CNN TTKT: Risk Factors in Reopening - Know What to Avoid: Erin Bromage Blog Post, CNN Opinion, PBS

Jun 18, 202019 min

S1 Ep 710"Perfect Storm" for Virus, Seattle's CHOP Zone & Aliens Might Exist- Wednesday, June 17th, 2020

The news to know for Wednesday, June 17th, 2020! We'll tell you which six states are seeing record numbers of new COVID-19 cases, and why there are new fears about a Trump campaign rally that one official called "a perfect storm" for the virus. Also, why the U.S. is suing to stop a tell-all book from making it to the public. Plus, a new promising and affordable COVID-19 treatment, retail sales rebound, and the calculation that shows aliens might really exist in our galaxy... Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: 6 States New Coronavirus Records: Reuters, USA Today, CNN Trump Tulsa Rally Concerns: NY Times, Politico, Oklahoma Guidance, Tweet Trump Executive Order: AP, Reuters, Axios, WSJ, WaPo Senate to Introduce Police Reform Bill Today: AP, Axios, Politico Seattle CHOP: WaPo, AP, FOX News, Seattle PI Trump Administration Sues John Bolton: CNN, USA Today, CBS News Steroid Improves Survival for COVID-19 Patients: AP, Reuters, Stat Amazon Uses Tech to Enforce Social Distancing: Engadget, Business Insider, CNBC, Reuters Retail Sales Rebound: NY Times, Axios, WSJ 30+ Alien Civilizations Possible: Fox News, CNN, Axios Work Wednesday: Small Businesses Optimistic: Fox News, Business Insider

Jun 17, 202010 min

S1 Ep 709Supreme Court Surprise, Trump Tackles Police Reform & ADHD Video Game - Tuesday, June 16th, 2020

The news to know for Tuesday, June 16th, 2020! What to know today about a surprise ruling in the U.S. Supreme Court and how it's meant to protect millions more American workers. Also, President Trump says he wants to hold the "bad apples" accountable. How he plans to address police reform starting today. Plus, T-Mobile faces a widespread outage, a video game could treat ADHD in kids, and the Oscars get delayed... Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: SCOTUS Protects LGBTQ: NY Times, AP, Reuters, WSJ, Axios Trump to Sign Executive Order: Reuters, WSJ, USA Today, WaPo, Politico, CBS News Coronavirus Global Update: NY Times, BBC, AP, Reuters, Johns Hopkins FDA Revokes Hydroxychloroquine Authorization: CNN, Reuters, WaPo, NBC News, FDA T-Mobile Outage: AP, Reuters, LA Times, T-Mobile United Airlines Stricter Mask Requirements: CNN, Business Insider, United DOT Providing Cloth Masks: USA Today, Reuters Jeff Bezos Congressional Testimony: NPR, Politico, CNN, WSJ Video Game to Treat ADHD: Stat, The Verge, AP, FDA MLB Negotiations: USA Today, ESPN, AP, WSJ NBA Players Divided on Returning: Axios, CBS Sports, ESPN WNBA Season to Resume in July: Bleacher Report, AP 2021 Oscars Delayed: The Verge, Variety, LA Times

Jun 16, 202010 min