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The news to know for Tuesday, March 17th, 2020! What to know about another set of new guidelines and mandates, some telling Americans to shelter in place. Why our day-to-day lives are being impacted by COVID-19, and how long it might last. Plus: tech giants fight fraud, 'help wanted' at Amazon, and a unique St. Patrick's Day. 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.Blinkist.com/news Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Bay Area Mandatory Lockdown: SF Chronicle, SF Gate PA Businesses Shut Down: WTXF, Pittsburgh Post Gazette Trump's New Coronavirus Guidance: WhiteHouse.gov, CBS News, USA Today U.S. Death Toll/COVID-19 Cases: NBC News, Johns Hopkins, NYT, ScienceMag National Guard Mobilized: Business Insider Coronavirus Economic Fallout: AP, WaPo, Politico, CNN, CNBC More European Countries on Lockdown: Al Jazeera, CNN Canada Closing Border: Bloomberg, BBC Tuesday Primaries: WaPo, Fox News Biden wins Washington: AP, The Hill Supreme Court Postponed: NBC News, CNN Fake Texts & Misinformation Crackdown: NBC News, Bloomberg Amazon Hiring: TechCrunch, WSJ, CNBC Celebrities with COVID-19: LA Times, NBC News Sporting Events Postponed: CBS Sports, Fox Sports, NYT Animals Streaming: CNN, Chicago Tribune, Daily Hive Recently-Released Movies Streaming: The Verge, USA Today St. Patrick's Day: History, Insider, Fox News, Irish Recipes, Ways to Celebrate at Home

The news to know for Monday, March 16th, 2020! We're talking about strict new guidelines to get COVID-19 under control and exactly where that guidance is coming from. Also, key takeaways from last night's Democratic debate. Plus, what to know about the NFL changing its drug policy, Bill Gates stepping down and the popular movies streaming early. 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. This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news and www.Empower.me/newsworthy Sources: New Coronavirus Guidance: WSJ, CBS News, AP, CDC, Dept of Homeland Security Schools, Bars & More Closed: USA Today, Fox News, LA Times National Emergency & Congress Aid Package: CNN, Bloomberg, NBC News, Politico Concerns Over Food and Medicine Shortages: NYT, NPR Fed Cuts Interest Rates: USA Today, WSJ Stock Futures: CNBC, CNN New Travel Restrictions: NYT, AP Europe COVID-19 Death Toll: WaPo, WHO Vaccine Development: AP, ABC News Democratic Debate Recap: CNN, WaPo Primaries Postponed: Vox, WSJ NFL New Rules: NYT, AP, CBS Sports Bill Gates Steps Down: WIRED, CBS News Wireless Carriers Waive Cancellations: Engadget, Axios Movies Streaming Early: Mashable, Engadget, The Verge Money Monday: Managing Subscriptions: West Monroe, The Motley Fool

The news to know for Friday, March 13th, 2020! We're talking about the latest updates for the new coronavirus as people cancel plans around the world. Yet, there's some surprising data about jobs. We're also talking about the first one-on-one Democratic debate happening this weekend. Plus: new planets discovered, wacky dream homes, and a couple of much-needed reasons to "feel good" this Friday. 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 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 here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus Event Cancellations: USA Today, CBS Sports, Buzzfeed, ABC News, CNN Coronavirus Cases/Testing/Vaccine Progress: CDC, WaPo, IBT, WSJ, BBC, CNBC, Economy, Travel & Emergency Aid Politico, AP, NYT, Boston Globe, CNN, The Guardian U.S. Iraq Airstrike: AP, CNN Chelsea Manning Jail Release: CBS News, NPR 2020 Dems on Coronavirus: USA Today, Yahoo, NYTimes Debate Sunday: USA Today, TIME, Politico Jobless Benefits Claims: ABC News, CNBC New Planets Beyond Neptune: Space.com, USA Today Editing Tweets: The Verge, TechCrunch Airbnb Home-Building Contest: USA Today, MarketWatch, AirBnb Dali Found at Thrift Store: CNN, People Feel Good Friday – Animals' New Lives: The Hill, People

The news to know for Thursday, March 12th, 2020! What to know today about new travel restrictions, the latest from top experts about how to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, and the big announcement from the NBA... Plus: a first for an Olympic tradition, Gronk's new game plan, and a dinosaur discovery. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking with Dr. Oz about the new coronavirus and actions we can all take. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Europe Travel Ban: PBS News, NYT, WaPo WHO Declares Global Pandemic: USA Today, Axios Expert Warnings & Advice: Politico, Stat News, CNBC, CDC Economic Impacts/Relief: AP, NBC News, Fox News, NYT Basketball Changes: SI, ESPN, NBC Sports, Yahoo Sports, USA Today,CBS Sports Entertainment Impact: AP, ET, SFGate, EW Harvey Weinstein Sentenced: LA Times WSJ, Deadline Super Tuesday II Reax: WaPo, FoxNews, CNN Olympic Flame Lighting: NBC News, ABC News, Deadline Olympics Happening?: USA Today, Reuters Sports Roundup: Rob Gronkowski to WWE: ESPN, Fox Sports Women's Soccer Streaming: The Verge, Engadget Soulcycle Bike: Fox Business, The Verge Smallest Dinosaur Discovered: CNN, Livescience

The news to know for Wednesday, March 11th, 2020! What to know today about Joe Biden's second big night as he all but declares himself the Democratic presidential nominee, and where there are more drastic measures happening in the U.S. to try to contain the new coronavirus. Plus a first for the U.S. Census, Uber's new texting feature, and why some shoes were sent to space. 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.Rothys.com/newsworthy And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Super Tuesday II Results: NYT, AP, Politico Coronavirus 'Containment Zone': NYT, CBS News Coronavirus Travel & Events Impacted: Vox, WSJ, LA Times, Yahoo Coronavirus Latest Economic Impact: AP, Boston Globe Coronavirus Surgeon General Guidance: ABC News, Coronavirus.gov Census Bureau Site: AP, Census 2020 Dick's Closing Hunting Dept.: USA Today, CNBC, WSJ Insurance Merger: Reuters, WSJ, Axios Uber Text to 911: Engadget, ABC News High-Tech Medical Records: Mashable, NYT Billionaires Fighting Coronavirus: The Verge, Vox, TechCrunch, Business Insider Adidas Launches Sneakers into Space: CNN, Space.com Work Wednesday - Remote Working: CityLabs

The news to know for Tuesday, March 10th, 2020! We're talking about a historically bad day for the stock market and how President Trump hopes to turn things around. Also: it's "Mini Super Tuesday" - the first big test since the presidential race came down to two main Democratic candidates. Plus, prisoners to the rescue, a coffee giant goes green and a bizarre way to make money while you sleep. 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.Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus Economic impacts: USA Today, Business Insider, CNBC, Fox News Coronavirus Italy Lockdown: Sky News, Bloomberg, Politico, NYT Coronavirus Fraudulent Prevention/Treatment: FDA, WaPo Afghanistan Troop Withdrawal: BBC, Al Jazeera Super Tuesday II: WaPo, Newsweek Pete Buttigieg Tries Comedy: Mashable, USA Today Studying Air Pollution from Space: NASA, The Verge Coronavirus Prevention: CNN, NYPostJohns Hopkins Tracking Map: Here Greener Starbucks Cup: The Verge, WSJ Cross-Posting Stories: TechCrunch, Engadget Streaming Sleep: NYT, Wired

The news to know for Monday, March 9th, 2020! We're talking about new guidance from health officials regarding travel in America, and which country put a new travel ban in place. Also, a shakeup at the White House and key endorsements in the race for president. Plus: promising new tech for vaccines, a royal farewell, and a couple reasons for celebrations around the world. 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. This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy and www.Empower.me/newsworthy Sources: Travel Restrictions: WaPo, CDC, USA Today, BBC CA Cruise Update: LA Times, ABC News U.S. Death Toll Rises: CNN, NYT Dow Futures: NBC News, Business Insider New Chief of Staff: NYT, AP, CBS News 2020 Presidential Race: Reuters, AP Nashville Tornado Update: USA Today, CNN, People Royal Farewell Event: Forbes, AP News Vaccines Without Needles: Newsweek, Fast Company Coronavirus Impact on Tech, Biz & Sports: USA Today, Engadget, NBC News, FOX Business Box Office: Variety, Deadline Purim: Chabad.org, CNN Holi: TimesNowNews, Indian Express Money Monday - Millennial Savings: Business Insider

The news to know for Friday, March 6th, 2020! What to know today about the major impact of the new coronavirus on the travel industry: from empty airports to new policies and even advice about certain hand sanitizer... Plus: more plans for space vacations, get ready to spring forward this weekend, and a reason to unplug that can make you money. 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.Zola.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: COVID-19 - U.S. Status: CNN, AP, NBC News, Al Jazeera Travel Issues: NYT, USA Today, WaPo Economic Impact: WSJ, CNBC, Politico, CNBC Mueller Report Review: AP, Fox News, CNN Elizabeth Warren Out: ABC News, Reuters Trump to Visit Tennessee: ABC News, Accuweather, USA Today Daylight Saving Time: USA Today Mars Rover Gets a Name: NBC News, CBS News SpaceX Sending Tourists to Space: The Verge, NYT Facebook Takes Down Trump Campaign Ads: Washington Post, ABC News DIY Hand Sanitizer: CNN, Fox News, Twitter Nat'l Day of Unplugging: Mashable, Nat'l Day of Unplugging, Hinge Feel Good Friday - AP, WRAL

The news to know for Thursday, March 5th, 2020! What to know today about the race for president: who's left, who's leading, and President Trump's reaction to it all. Also, we're talking about the new guidelines surrounding the coronavirus... Plus: editing DNA, Twitter's new disappearing tweets, and the James Bond movie is now delayed. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about Super Tuesday results, what happens next in the election, and a few of the key terms to know in this race. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy and use code 'newsworthy' Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Sanders Attacks Biden: Politico, Business Insider Trump Campaign on Super Tuesday: AP, The Hill, NBC News Bloomberg Drops Out: CNN, Fox News Coronavirus Latest: Washington Post, NYT, Reuters, NPR, WSJ, CNBC, NY Daily News, The Hill, NBC News, ABC News US Attacks Taliban: Reuters , CNN, Twitter Gene-Editing Breakthrough: AP, NPR GM Takes on Tesla: The Verge, CNN, Axios Google "Read This Page": USA Today Twitter's Disappearing Tweets: CNBC, Variety, TechCrunch Reddit Suicide Prevention: Engadget, The Verge Alex Trebek Gets Personal: Twitter, NBC News, FOX News James Bond Movie Delayed: Deadline, Enews, CNN

The news to know for Wednesday, March 4th, 2020! What to know today about the Super Tuesday results and how the Democratic primary is looking more like a two-man race. Also, we're talking about the impact of an emergency interest rate cut... Plus: a daring stunt on an active volcano, high-tech tires, and a first for Mickey Mouse. 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.Zola.com/newsworthy And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Super Tuesday Results: NYT, NBC News, Fox News, Washington Post Tennessee Tornadoes: CBS News, USA Today, Weather Channel, AP, Billboard (how to help) Fed Cuts Rates: Reuters, WSJ, NYT, CNN Business Coronavirus Latest: AP, CBS News, USA Today High-Wire Walk Over Volcano: USA TODAY, ABC News Facebook Rethinks Libra: The Verge, Reuters, The Information Robinhood Outages: CNBC, TechCrunch, Faster Same-Day Shipping: The Verge, Cnet, CNBC Goodyear Smart Tire: Engadget CNET Mickey Runaway Railway: AP, CNN, Disney Work Wednesday- Fox Business USA Today

The news to know for Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020! What to know today about Super Tuesday: who's in, who's out, and why today is crucial for candidates, and we're talking about new efforts to stop the coronavirus disease in the U.S... Plus: new support for self-driving cars, Apple owes iPhone users money, and TV's favorite judge is calling it quits (and what's next for her). 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.Zola.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Super Tuesday: WaPo, CNN, The Hill, CBS News, WSJ Coronavirus Latest: Washington Post, AP, Politico, NYT, ABC News, USA Today Stocks Rally: CNBC, WSJ, Fox Business Israeli's Third Election: BBC, Washington Post, NYT RIP Jack Welch: WSJ, NPR, AP -- RIP James Lipton: Variety Waymo Investment: VentureBeat, TechCrunch Apple Lawsuit Settlement: The Verge, Reuters AT&T TV: Engadget, The Verge, CNBC 'FX on Hulu' Launch: The Verge, TechCrunch Netflix Comedy Fest: Deadline, LA Times "Judge Judy" Ends: The Hollywood Reporter, Variety

The news to know for Monday, March 2nd, 2020! What to know today about the new coronavirus within the U.S. and around the world, and the big developments in the presidential race just before Super Tuesday... Plus: we're talking 5G, 3D, Trader Joe's and Dr. Seuss. 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. This episode is brought to you by www.Zola.com/newsworthy and www.Empower.me/newsworthy Sources: Coronavirus Latest: AP, NYT, USA Today, CDC, WSJ, LA Times, Engadget, Tik Tok U.S.-Taliban Deal: WaPo, NPR, CBS News, Military Times, USA Today, CNN 2020 Presidential Race: WaPo, WSJ, Politico Walmart, Verizon to Test 5G: WSJ, Engadget Facebook's 3D Photos: The Verge, VentureBeat Remembering Trader Joe: NPR, Fox News Dr. Seuss Day: CNN, Read Across America Weekend Box Office: Variety, The Hollywood Reporter Money Monday - CNN

The news to know for Friday, February 28th, 2020! What to know today about the latest impact from the coronavirus disease, from Wall Street to schools, and we're talking about this weekend's important primary... Plus: the biggest explosion in the universe, who is taking on Amazon Prime, and explaining Leap Day. 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.NativeDeodorant.com. *Use the code 'newsworthy' for a special offer. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus Latest: NYT, NBC News, WSJ, AP, CNBC South Carolina Primary: AP, NPR, The Hill, Washington Post, CBS News Winter Storm Heads East: Weather Channel, ABC News Biggest Explosion in Universe: Space.com, CNN Walmart+ vs. Amazon Prime?: Recode, DoorDash Files for IPO: TechCrunch, WSJ, CNBC Krispy Kreme Delivery: USA Today, Fox News LinkedIn Story Feature: Forbes, The Verge Leap Day: USA Today Feel Good Friday - Good News Network

The news to know for Thursday, February 27th, 2020! What to know today about the coronavirus disease in America, a positive sign for the economy, and the tennis legend retiring... Plus: which big retailer has big plans for health care, Earth's new mini-moon, and 'Bachelor' for seniors. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about the new military service called the Space Force. Our guest is talking about the real threats in space and clearing up misconceptions. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by www.NativeDeodorant.com. *Use the code 'newsworthy' for a special offer. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus: Pence Takes Over, Community Spread: NPR, The Hill, WSJ, Wired, NYT, CNN Shooting at Molson Coors: AP, USA Today, CBS News US Homes Sales Surge: CNBC, Reuters, AP Maria Sharapova Retires: Vanity Fair, ESPN, CBS Sports Walmart Health Clinics: Bloomberg, Axios Facebook Bans Coronavirus Ads: Business Insider, Mashable, Reuters Earth's Mini-Moon: Cnet, Forbes Bachelor Senior: The Wrap, CNN

The news to know for Wednesday, February 26th, 2020! What to know today about a new warning from federal health officials and what they say America needs to do when it comes to the coronavirus disease. Also, learn a few takeaways from last night's heated Democratic debate... Plus: a surprise shakeup at Disney, Amazon's first-of-its-kind grocery store, and why the JIF vs. GIF debate is trending again. 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.NativeDeodorant.com. *Use the code 'newsworthy' for a special offer. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Coronavirus Warning for U.S.: AP, ABC News, NYT Dem Debate Takeaways: Politico, AP, NYT, USA Today, WSJ Violence In India: Reuters, CNN, Washington Post Bob Iger Steps Down: CNBC, LA Times First Cashierless Grocery Stores: TechCrunch, WSJ, Business Insider 'GIF' vs. 'JIF': The Verge, Today Golden Shamrock Shake Auction: USA Today, CNN Ash Wednesday: Fox News, Independent Work Wednesday: The Atlantic, Buildings, Popsugar

The news to know for Tuesday, February 25th, 2020! What to know today about the outcome of the Harvey Weinstein trial, why the Dow took a nosedive yesterday, and a major step toward a coronavirus vaccine... Plus: we're talking NASA, New Orleans and Netflix. 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.NativeDeodorant.com. Use the code 'newsworthy' for a special offer. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Harvey Weinstein Guilty: CNN, FOX News, NYT, THR Dow Nosedive: WSJ, AP, USA Today, CNBC COVID-19 Vaccine: WSJ President Trump in India: ABC News, Bloomberg Kobe Bryant Memorial: LA Times, CBS Sports, ESPN Lawsuit Filed: AP, CBS News Midwest Winter Storm: USA Today, ABC News, AccuWeather Mardi Gras: CNN, Mardi Gras Barrier-Breaking Mathematician Dies: NBC News, NYT NASA Detects Marsquakes: CNN, The Verge Uber Ads on Cars: Ad Week, Engadget Netflix Top 10: Variety, Cnet Free Pancakes: USA Today

The news to know for Monday, February 24th, 2020! What to know today about the clear front-runner in the race for the Democratic pick for president, which country President Trump is in this week (and why), and what to expect at Kobe Bryant's public memorial today... Plus: another major first for artificial intelligence, why Lyft cars could look more like taxis soon, and a Friends reunion with Ross, Rachel and the rest of the crew is happening. 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. This episode is brought to you by www.NativeDeodorant.com - and by Empower.me/newsworthy. *Use the code 'newsworthy' for special offers. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Nevada Caucus Results: AP, NYT, WaPo President Trump in India: Fox News, LA Times Coronavirus Impact to South Korea, Italy: WaPo, NYT, BBC, WSJ, NBC News RIP B. Smith: USA Today, ABC News, Variety Kobe Bryant Memorial: NBC News, USA Today Fury vs. Wilder: ESPN, CBS Sports AI-Discovered Antibiotic: FT, BBC, Engadget Trump Ads on YouTube: Bloomberg, TechCrunch, The Hill, NPR Lyft Cartop Ads: Axios, Engadget NAACP Image Awards: THR, Friends Reunion: The Hollywood Reporter, People Box Office: Variety, Deadline, AP Money Monday - Business Insider, CNBC, Quartz

The news to know for Friday, February 21st, 2020! What to know today about the Nevada caucuses, Russian interference in the election, and the winter storm impacting millions... Plus: which universities are giving more financial aid, why some people are getting free Peloton bikes, and it's time for Feel Good Friday. 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 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 here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Nevada Weekend Caucuses: NPR, USA Today, Vox Russian Interference: NYT, WSJ, WaPo, CBS News Roger Stone Sentencing: AP, WSJ, CNBC Winter Storm Impact: USA Today, NBC News, CNN, Weather USC Offers Free Tuition: CBS News, LA Times Morgan Stanley Buys E*Trade: WSJ, Bloomberg, NYT Flywheel vs. Peloton: Business Insider, CNN, Fox Business Facebook Recordings: The Verge CBS Streaming Service: The Verge, Cnet Hindus Celebrate: Times of India, Beliefnet Feel Good Friday - USA Today, WaPo

The news to know for Thursday, February 20th, 2020! What to know today about last night's heated Democratic debate, Trump's historic yet controversial appointee, and why well-known athletes are speaking up... Plus: a new royal couple timeline, Uber's new reporting feature, and why Burger King is promoting a moldy burger. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking with Dr. Syra Madad, who was featured in the new Netflix docu-series Pandemic, about the coronavirus disease. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Dem Debate Takeaways: NYT, NBC News, POLITICO Trump Picks Historic, Controversial Leader: Fox News, Washington Post Astros Outrage: NYT, CNN Pop Smoke Dies: ABC News, USA Today, Variety Royal Split Timeline: Today, The Guardian, BBC TikTok Parental Controls: TechCrunch, The Verge Uber's Real Time Reports: USA Today, ABC News Staples Podcast Studios: Engadget, PR Newswire Burger King's Moldy Whopper: NBC News, CNN

The news to know for Wednesday, February 19th, 2020! What to know today about the high-profile convicts just let off the hook, Bloomberg's big debate debut tonight, and a landmark decision in India... Plus: the first tech workers to unionize and the iconic castle getting a makeover. 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.Blinkist.com/news And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Clemency Spree: CBS News, The HIll, FOX News, Washington Post, NYT Bloomberg's Debate Debut: NYT, NBC News, CBS News Top Court's Landmark Decision: CNN, BBC NASCAR Crash Update: USA Today, CBS Sports Space Tourism Deal: The Verge, Space.com, Engadget Kickstarter Union: Mashable, NBC News New Autonomous Shuttle: TechCrunch, The Verge Match.com SOS Text: Engadget, Cnet Disney Castle Gets Makeover: AP, Business Insider Work Wednesday - CNBC, WSJ, NYT

The news to know for Tuesday, February 18th, 2020! What to know today about the Boy Scouts of America: why the iconic youth organization is filing for bankruptcy and what happens next... Plus: a few updates about the new coronavirus disease, Jeff Bezos is giving away $10 billion, the new slide-out smartphone, and another new video streaming option. 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.Blinkist.com/news Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Boy Scouts Bankruptcy: WSJ, LA Times, AP, USA Today Surprise During Ship Evacuation: NBC News, CNN, NPR, NYT Most Cases Mild: AP, NPR Outbreak Impacts Apple: WSJ, CNBC Mississippi Flooding Update: Fox News, Accuweather, CNN Britain Flooding: CBS News, AP Bezos Earth Fund: Instagram, CNBC, Fox Business, USA Today Daytona 500: CBS Sports, USA Today Durability Concerns: Mashable, The Verge New Slide-Out Phone: The Verge, Mashable, Cnet RedBox Streaming Service: The Verge, Engadget, TechCrunch Moon to "Eclipse" Mars: Space.com, Accuweather

The news to know for Monday, February 17th, 2020! What to know today about the Americans stuck on a quarantined cruise ship and the dozens who tested positive for the new coronavirus COVID-19. Plus: the tributes and takeaways at the NBA All-Star Game, Delta's billion dollar announcement and Facebook's newest app. 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. This episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Cruise Ship Evacuations: NPR, Washington Post, USA Today Chinese President Virus Timeline: AP, USA Today U.S.-Taliban Deal: AP, The Hill, FOX News Record Mississippi Flooding: NBC News, CNN, Weather Channel Presidents Day: Fox News, History.com, Trump at Daytona 500: Sports Illustrated, USA Today NBA All Star Game: ESPN, CBS Sports, Yahoo! Sports, AP Delta Goes Carbon Neutral: CNN, The Guardian, CNBC Facebook "Hobbi" App: Mashable, 9to5Mac, TechCrunch HQ Trivia Game Shut Down: Engadget, The Verge Box Office: Variety, USA Today Money Monday - Best Travel Credit Cards

The news to know for Friday, February 14th, 2020! What to know today about some unexpected comments from the U.S. attorney general, and why the Pentagon, Microsoft and Amazon are all going to court. Plus: why Uber has a new 1-800 number, the planned tribute at this weekend's all-star game, and Happy Valentine's Day! 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 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 here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Attorney General's Frustrations: ABC News, WSJ, FOX News, NYT War Powers Resolution: CNN, ABC News, AP, NPR Hope Hicks Returns: NBC News US vs. Huawei: Bloomberg, WSJ, BBC Pentagon, Microsoft & Amazon in Court: WSJ, Reuters, Axios Hottest January on Record: NBC News, Weather Channel, AP Zillow Fights Homelessness: Engadget, Geekwire Uber's 1-800 Number: CNN, TechCrunch, The Verge NBA All-Star Game: Sports Illustrated, NBA.com, Fanside Sonic the Hedgehog Controversy: Variety, The Hollywood Reporter Happy Valentine's Day: NRF, CNBC, USA Today, History, MarTechSeries Feel Good Friday - Boy Pays off Lunch Debt: CNN

The news to know for Thursday, February 13th, 2020! What to know today about why the U.S. attorney general will be in the hot seat on Capitol Hill, the latest candidate to drop out of the presidential race, and why a major global conference was just cancelled... Plus: a mysterious radio signal in space, explaining the 'Emoji Kitchen' feature, and the Netflix free movie offer. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking with Damona Hoffman from Dates & Mates about online dating trends, app safety and new tech for couples ahead of Valentine's Day. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: AG Barr to Testify: The Hill, CNN Deval Patrick Drops Out: NPR, Politico NH Primary Turnout: ABC News, NYT Coronavirus Latest: AP, NYT, CNN Tech Show Canceled: The Verge, Bloomberg, Business Insider Under Armour Stocks Fall: Forbes, CNBC Mysterious Space Signal: USA Today, CNN, CBS News First Electric Fire Truck: LA Times, Engadget Emoji Kitchen: TechCrunch, The Verge Netflix Free Movie: Deadline, The Verge "Apollo 13" Back in Theaters: Engadget, Space.com

The news to know for Wednesday, February 12th, 2020! What to know today about the winning candidate in New Hampshire, what seems to be a dramatic protest in the criminal case of President Trump's longtime friend, and why there's a new name for the coronavirus... Plus: Samsung's big reveal, NASA is recruiting, and which breed won Best in Show. 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.Rothys.com/newsworthy And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: NH Primary Results: NYT, AP, WaPo Yang, Bennett Drop Out: ABC News, The Hill Prosecutors Protest: AP, NBC News, WaPo, FOX News New Name for Coronavirus: NPR, CNBC, Reuters T-Mobile, Sprint Merger: AP, USA Today, Reuters FTC Investigates Tech Mergers: Engadget, CNBC, Washington Post Samsung Unpacked Event: USA Today, TechCrunch, Cnet Broom Challenge: NBC News, CBS News, Insider NASA Recruiting: Cnet, Florida Today 'Best in Show': FOX Sports (video), USA Today, Sporting News "Birds of Prey" New Title: Entertainment Weekly, CNN Work Wednesday - Millennials & Job Hopping: Zapier, HRDive

The news to know for Tuesday, February 11th, 2020! What to watch today in New Hampshire, what really happened when half of Americans had their personal data stolen, and when exactly SpaceX plans to take people to space for the first time (it's soon!). Plus: what to expect from Samsung's big event today and how a new music label is finding the next big star with artificial intelligence. 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.Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: New Hampshire Primary: NYT, Vox, Newsweek Flooding Risk: Weather Channel, NBC News, CNN Trump's Budget Plan: NYT, WSJ, The Hill, USA Today, Fox News Equifax Data Breach: WIRED, NBC News, Politico, Consumer Reports Coronavirus Updates: CNN, CBS News, CNBC First SpaceX Flight Coming: Engadget, TechCrunch, CNBC Samsung Unpacked Event: The Verge, Cnet, 9to5Google, Watch Live Nikola Electric Pick-Up Truck: USA Today, Forbes AI Enabled Music Label: Engadget Record Low Oscar Viewership: Bloomberg, Variety, USA Today

The news to know for Monday, February 10th, 2020! Today we're talking about the win that made Hollywood's biggest night historic, what's changing in China today as the fight against the coronavirus continues, and a first-of-its-kind mission to the sun... Plus: a record-setting flight and firework and a new start-up football league launches. 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. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Oscars History: Hollywood Reporter, PEOPLE New Hampshire Debate: Politico, NPR, NYT Trump to Unveil Budget: CNBC, WSJ, Politico Impeachment Witnesses Removed: The Hill, FOX News, WaPo U.S. Soldiers Killed: ABC News, Fox News Thailand Mass Shooting: Reuters, BBC, NYT, CNN, AP Coronavirus Update: Reuters, WSJ, NYT, Time, The Guardian New Sun Mission: Space.com, The Verge, CBS News Fastest Flight from NYC to London: NPR, CNN, Fox News World's Largest Firework: AP Uber "Make My Train": Business Insider, The Verge XFL Begins: CBS Sports, Fox Sports Box Office: Variety, Deadline Money Monday - Pets Impact Real Estate: Money, WSJ

The news to know for Friday, February 7th, 2020! What to know today about President Trump's victory lap, tonight's Democratic debate, and new rules for some international travel... Plus: a Google Maps update, Instagram's new 'unfollow' tools, and an Oscars preview. 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Magic Spoon. Go to http://magicspoon.com/newsworthy and use promo code 'newsworthy' for free shipping. And by the Celeb News Ride Home podcast. GIVEAWAY: Leave a review at Podchaser.com/newsworthy (by Feb 9th, 2020) for a chance to win a prize package. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Celebrates Acquittal: The Hill, ABC News, AP, NYT, NYT, Washington Post Dem Debate Tonight: TIME, The Hill DNC Calls for Results Review: NBC News, CNN, NYT Chinese Doctor Warned of Coronavirus: AP, The Guardian 2.24 to Honor Kobe Bryant: Yahoo Sports, E! News Last-Minute NBA Trades: Sports Illustrated, NBA.com, USA Today New Yorkers & Global Entry: USA Today, WSJ Gov't Gives First OK to Driverless Van: The Verge, Business Insider, Axios Google Maps Update: CNBC, Cnet, The Verge Instagram Unfollow Tools: Engadget, TechCrunch Oscars Preview: Oscars.com, Hollywood Reporter Snow Moon: CNN, CBS News Feel Good Friday - Prisoners Learn Coding: WTXL, TheLastMile.org

The news to know for Thursday, February 6th, 2020! What to know today about the final vote ending the historic impeachment trial (including something unexpected), a winter storm impacting much of the U.S., and NASA's latest milestone... Plus: the vape ban going into effect today, a possible foldable iPhone, and Spotify's big purchase. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. The hosts of the Pantsuit Politics podcast join me to help explain the Iowa caucuses and what to watch for as the election heats up... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by Magic Spoon. Go to http://magicspoon.com/newsworthy and use promo code 'newsworthy' for free shipping. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Historic Trial Over: NBC News, The Hill, NYT, Washington Post, FOX News, USA Today More Iowa Results Roll In: AP, ABC News Coronavirus Latest: CNN, AP, CBS News, Washington Post China Cuts Tariffs: CNBC, WSJ Stocks Close at Record Highs: WSJ, Business Insider Powerful Winter Storm: USA Today, Weather Channel, CBS News, Christina Koch Returns: The Verge, CNN Flavored Vape Ban: NBC News, Washington Post Apple Foldable Phone?: Cnet, Forbes Spotify Buys The Ringer: Niemen Lab, Cnet, TechCrunch

The news to know for Wednesday, February 5th, 2020! What to know today about the highlights and surprises from last night's State of the Union address, the impeachment trial's FINAL vote, and the highly-anticipated results in Iowa... Plus: the Super Bowl victory parade leads to cancelled classes, Google's mistake, and is Disney+ about to dominate streaming? 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 Magic Spoon. Go to http://magicspoon.com/newsworthy and use promo code 'newsworthy' for free shipping. GIVEAWAY: Leave a review at Podchaser.com/newsworthy (by Feb 9th, 2020) for a chance to win a prize package. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: State of the Union: NBC News, Politico, Fox News, The Washington Post Impeachment's Last Day: CBS News, AP Iowa Caucus Results: AP, ABC News, CNN, NBC News, FOX News KC Chiefs Super Bowl Parade: Kansas City Star, USA Today Girls & Women in Sports Day: WSF More Macy's Stores Closing: CNBC, USA Today, The Washington Post Google Sent Wrong Videos: NBC News, The Verge Messenger Kids Update: Engadget, Digital Trends Air Purifying Headphones: Bloomberg, Engadget Disney+ Doubles Subscribers: Cnet, Variety Work Wednesday - Politics At Work: USA Today

The news to know for Tuesday, February 4th, 2020! What to know today about the 'inconsistencies' in Iowa causing major delays in reporting the first votes in the presidential race... Plus: the first human tests of AI-made medicine, Apple's new in-home repair service, and the hit Broadway musical coming to a theater near you…. 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 Magic Spoon. Go to http://magicspoon.com/newsworthy and use promo code 'newsworthy' for free shipping. GIVEAWAY: Leave a review at Podchaser.com/newsworthy (by Feb 9th, 2020) for a chance to win a prize package. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iowa Caucus: AP, NYT, CBS News, NBC News, CNN Impeachment Trial: AP, Washington Post, Politico State of the Union: NYT, PBS Winter Storm: USA Today, ABC News, Weather Channel Coronavirus Latest: NYT, Washington Post, CNBC, APAI-Made Medicine Tested on People: Engadget, BBC Goodbye Blackberry Phones: Cnet, Digital Trends Apple In-Home Repair: USA Today, The Verge Super Bowl Viewers: Sports Illustrated, LA Times, Amazon Hamilton Coming to Theaters: Variety, Deadline

The news to know for Monday, February 3rd, 2020! Today we're talking about the Iowa caucuses (how they work & why they matter), and why the Super Bowl had history-making moments... Plus: a newly-approved drug for peanut allergies, what is Palindrome Day, and Elon Musk has a new.... song. 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. This episode is brought to you by Magic Spoon. Go to http://magicspoon.com/newsworthy and use promo code 'newsworthy' for free shipping. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iowa Caucuses: AP, Washington Post, CBS News, NYT Impeachment Trial Next Steps: NYT, Politico, WSJ Coronavirus Latest: AP, BBC, CNN, NBC News Super Bowl Highlights: USA Today, ABC News, Vox, Sporting News, Sports Illustrated First FDA-Approved Peanut Allergy Drug: Business Insider, WSJ, FDA Palindrome Day: CNN, Mashable Groundhog Day: Weather Channel, USA Today Elon Musk's New Song: Cnet, The Verge Box Office Winner: Variety, Hollywood Reporter Money Monday –Tax Season: Fox Business, USA Today, CBS News

The news to know for Friday, January 31st, 2020! What to know about what could likely be the final day in the impeachment trial, what happens now that Brexit is finally here, and all the things to know about Super Bowl Sunday! Plus: Apple Maps gets an upgrade, the newest emoji coming soon, and Snapchat's Saturday morning cartoons... 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Blinkist. Go to www.Blinkist.com/news to try it for free. And by the Celeb News Ride Home Podcast. **GIVEAWAY: Leave a review at Podchaser.com/newsworthy (by Feb 9th, 2020) for a chance to win a prize package. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Impeachment Trial's Final Day?: Washington Post, The Hill, Politico Brexit Day: BBC, WSJ, AP Global Health Emergency: NYT, Fox News, NPR, Reuters Black History Month: History Super Bowl LIV: NBC Sports, CBS Sports, CNN, Billboard, Deadline, CBS News Electric Hummer Revealed: USA Today, TechCrunch Apple Maps Upgrade: Engadget, CNBC 2020's New Emoji: TechCrunch, Engadget Bitmoji TV: Variety Brewery Features Adoptable Dogs: CBS News Super Bowl Ad Thanks Vet: CNN

The news to know for Thursday, January 30th, 2020! What to know today about what could be the end of the impeachment trial this week, how the new coronavirus is impacting U.S. companies, and Kobe Bryant's wife Vanessa makes her first public statement since the tragedy. Plus: the end of an era for NASA, Google's new DIY video app, and why a certain hot sauce sold out in minutes... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. This week, you'll hear Kobe Bryant in his own words. We've been given permission to play a few clips from The School of Greatness, where Lewis Howes spoke with Kobe Bryant about hard work, family, love and greatness. Watch the full interview here: https://lewishowes.com/691 Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned in this episode or see the sources below. This episode is brought to you by Blinkist. Go to www.Blinkist.com/news to try it for free. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Impeachment Trial to End?: CBS News, NYT, AP, The Hill Coronavirus Latest: Washington Post, NYT, NPR, NBC News, ABC News Interest Rates Steady: WSJ, CNN, Business Insider Boeing's First Annual Loss in Decades: CNBC, CNN Vanessa Bryant's Post: AP, Instagram, Donate Here Petition to Change NBA Logo: Yahoo Sports, LA Times, CBS News, USA Today "Super Bowl Fever": USA Today, WorkForce Institute Spitzer Telescope Ends Mission: Space.com, USA Today, WIRED Google's New DIY App: TechCrunch, Engadget MoviePass Gone for Good: Engadget, Cnet, The Verge Old Bay Hot Sauce Sold Out in Minutes: CNBC, NBC News

The news to know for Wednesday, January 29th, 2020! What to know today about the next phase of the impeachment trial, the new proposal for Middle East peace, and a new tool to see what Facebook is tracking (even when you're not on Facebook)... Plus: we're talking Airbnb, Google Translate, and how social media can be used to predict your job. 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 Blinkist. Go to www.Blinkist.com/news to try it for free. GIVEAWAY: Leave a review at Podchaser.com/newsworthy (by Feb 9th, 2020) for a chance to win a prize package. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Impeachment Trial: ABC News, The Hill, NYT, Politico, Washington Post Middle East Peace Plan: NBC News, Reuters, WSJ, NYT National Debt to Hit $1 Trillion: CNBC, Fox News Earthquake in Caribbean: Weather Channel, USA Today, NBC News Coronavirus Latest: CNN, NYT, NBC News Airbnb Sabbatical: AP, Business Insider Off-Facebook Activity: Washington Post, The Verge Google's Translate App: 9to5Google, Cnet Super Cruise: TechCrunch, CNBC Inclusive Barbies: Mashable Study on Social Media & Jobs: BBC, Business Insider

The news to know for Tuesday, January 28th, 2020! What to know today about the possible cause of the crash that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant and others, and we're breaking down the latest from the impeachment trial. Plus: co-working spaces in space, London's new controversial cameras, and where you could see emoji license plates... 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 Blinkist. Go to www.Blinkist.com/news to try it for free. GIVEAWAY: Leave a review at Podchaser.com/newsworthy (by Feb 9th, 2020) for a chance to win a prize package. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Helicopter Crash Update: NYT, CNN, Washington Post, AP, CBS News, ESPN Impeachment Trial: WSJ, ABC News, The Hill, Washington Post, NYT Stocks Drop, Coronavirus Spreads: CNN, CNBC, WSJ, NYT, USA Today GM First Electric Vehicle Plant: NBC News, WSJ, The Verge New Space Modules: Cnet, TechCrunch London Cameras: Retuers, The Guardian, BBC Atari Gaming Hotels: Engadget, The Verge Emoji License Plates: Business Insider

The news to know for Monday, January 27th, 2020! Today: we're talking about the life and tragic death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Also: what to know today about the impeachment trial, the new Space Force logo, Google's version of 'airdrop' and the highlights from the GRAMMYs…. 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. This episode is brought to you by Blinkist. Go to www.Blinkist.com/news to try it for free. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: RIP Kobe Bryant: USA Today, LA Times, CBS Sports, NBC News, ABC News 75 Years After Auschwitz: Reuters, History.com, NYT Coronavirus Latest: NPR, NYT, Washington Post, CNN, AP Impeachment Trial Update: NBC News, CBS News, AP Space Force Logo: Washington Post, Politico Boeing 777X Flight: CNBC, Cnet Google's Airdrop: Cnet, Engadget, XDA Developers Vine Sequel: TechCrunch, The Verge Weekend Box Office: Variety, The Hollywood Reporter The GRAMMYs: CBS News, LA Times, Variety

The news to know for Friday, January 24th, 2020! What to expect today and over the weekend in the impeachment trial (and what President Trump will be doing instead), and we're talking about new rules impacting pregnant women coming to the U.S... Plus: why some Chinese New Year celebrations are cancelled, Tinder's new safety features, and why a veteran was just honored decades after his service. 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by www.NativeDeodorant.com. Use promo code 'newsworthy'. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Opening Arguments Cont'd: NYT, NBC News, The Hill Trump to Attend 'March For Life': The Hill, CBS News, CNN New Rules Target 'Birth Tourism': AP, The Guardian, Fox News Remembering Jim Lehrer: PBS, NYT Lunar New Year Celebrations Cancelled: NBC News, BBC, CNN Google's Search Results: Business Insider, The Verge Tinder's New Safety Features: The Verge, Cnet Motorola Razr Arrives: The Verge, Engadget, Space Cookie Results: AP Veteran Honored 75 Years Later: USA Today, CNN

The news to know for Thursday, January 23rd, 2020! What to know about the first opening arguments in the impeachment trial, a first-of-its-kind election, and who hacked Jeff Bezos's cell phone... Plus: the NFL player retiring, Tesla's major milestone, and NASA's naming contest. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview about artificial intelligence and bias. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest and any of the stories mentioned in this episode. This episode is brought to you by www.NativeDeodorant.com. Use promo code 'newsworthy'. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Opening Arguments: NYT, The Hill, NBC News, Washington Post, Politico, NPR Vote by Phone: NPR, The Verge, WSJ Jeff Bezos Phone Hacked: The Guardian, NYT, WSJ, USA Today China Limits Travel: USA Today, CNBC, BBC Service Animals are Airlines: Washington Post, ABC News, Reuters Eli Manning Retires: ESPN, Giants.com Tesla Hits Milestone: Reuters, Bloomberg, CNBC Cruise's Driverless Shuttle: Cnet, Engadget CNN Naming Mars Rover: Business Insider, NASA's 'Name the Rover' Poll Sundance Film Festival: Deadline, Hollywood Reporter

The news to know for Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020! What to know today about the 12 hours of debate on Capitol Hill (we're breaking it down in a couple of minutes). Also, there's an update about that virus outbreak and the 2020 census... Plus: new rules for Uber, Google's new experimental apps, and Starbucks has plans for more plant-based menu items. 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.NativeDeodorant.com. Use promo code 'newsworthy'. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! You can support the show and get some swag by becoming an Insider here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Late-Night Debate: NYT, The Hill, NBC News, Washington Post New Virus Confirmed in U.S.: CNN, Washington Post, NBC News 2020 Census Begins: AP, NPR, Reuters AP (second source) Southeast Cold Weather: Washington Post, NBC News, USA Today Uber Rates Could Change: Engadget, WSJ Phone Addiction Apps: The Verge, Engadget, Android Central Venmo's Custom Stickers: TechCrunch, The Verge Starbucks Sustainability: Mashable, Starbucks MLB Hall of Fame: ESPN, CBS Sports Cluster Hiring: WSJ

The news to know for Tuesday, January 21st, 2020! What to expect at the first big day of the impeachment trial (and why President Trump is thousands of miles away for it), and what to know about a new virus spreading in China. Plus: we're talking artificial intelligence, linking credit cards with your hand, and the record ticket prices for the Super Bowl... 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.NativeDeodorant.com. Use promo code 'newsworthy'. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Impeachment Trial Starts Today: CNN, NYT, The Hill, CBS News World Economic Forum Starts: BBC, USA Today, NBC News, Fox News Virginia Rally Ends Peacefully: ABC News, AP New Coronavirus Spreads in China: WSJ, NPR, Washington Post China Bans Plastic Bags: NBC News, BBC Alphabet CEO Calls for AI Regulation: The Verge, The Financial Times Credit Cards Linked to Hands: WSJ, Engadget Coco Gauff vs. Venus Williams: ESPN Super Bowl Ticket Prices: CBS Sports, SeatGeek.com

The news to know for Monday, January 20th, 2020! Today: we're breaking down what to know about the big rally in Virginia today, and why there are worries about violence. Plus: it's MLK Day, another major Harry & Meghan announcement, why a SpaceX rocket exploded, and the big winners at the SAG Awards... 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. This episode is brought to you by www.NativeDeodorant.com. Use promo code 'newsworthy'. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: MLK Day: CNN, Fox News, Volunteer Opportunities Rally Concerns: Washington Post , Fox News, NYT, NBC News Tragedy in Honolulu: ABC News, USA Today, Hawaii News Now Mistake in Puerto Rico: CNN, AP Harry & Meghan's Agreement: The Guardian, AP, NBC News Super Bowl Matchup: ESPN, CBS Sports McGregor Wins Fight: ESPN SpaceX Rocket Explodes: Space.com, USA Today, Reuters Facial Recognition Concerns: NYT, Business Insider, Engadget Microsoft, T-Mobile Give Back: Windows Central Starbucks Community Stores: AP Box Office: Variety, Hollywood Reporter SAG Awards: PEOPLE Money Monday - Spending on Plants: Money

The news to know for Friday, January 17th, 2020! What to know today about a new report involving the White House, and the bipartisan support for a major new trade deal. Plus: another $1 trillion company, another new streaming service, Demi Lovato is back, and introducing 'Netflix & Chill'd'... 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Zola. Go to www.Zola.com/newsworthy and use promo code SAVE50. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Report Says Trump Administration Broke Law: FOX News, The Hill, WSJ, CNN Impeachment Trial Begins: Washington Post, NYT, NBC News Ukraine's New Investigation: CBS News, NYT, Politico USMCA Gets Bipartisan Support: AP, CBS News, NPR Weekend Winter Storm: USA Today, ABC News, Weather Channel Microsoft Goes "Carbon Negative": Reuters, NPR, The Guardian MLB Scandal 3.0: CBS Sports, USA Today Superbowl National Anthem Singer: Yahoo Alphabet Hits $1 Trillion: CNBC, WSJ Smart Contact Lenses: Cnet, The Verge, USA Today NBC Peacock Coming in July: CNBC, Variety Netflix Ben & Jerry's: Cnet Feel Good Friday - Cash on England Streets: NYT

The news to know for Thursday, January 16th, 2020! We're talking about everything from the impeachment trial to why Russia's government officials all just resigned to a landmark (but controversial) vote in Virginia. Plus: tiny, living robots are now a thing and which artists made it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepping back from their royal roles. Our guest is royal expert and CNN royal commentator Victoria Arbiter. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest and any of the stories mentioned in this episode. This episode is brought to you by Zola. Go to www.Zola.com/newsworthy and use promo code SAVE50. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Impeachment Trial: CBS News, NYT, The Hill, Fox News, Politico US & China Trade Deal: WSJ, ABC News, The Hill Stock Market Up: Market Watch, AP Russia Government Resigns: NYT, NBC News, CNN Smoke Spreading: CNN, ABC News, Weather Channel Equal Rights Amendment: Washington Post, CBS News, NPR Romaine Lettuce Safe: USA Today, The Hill World's First Living Robots: CNN, Engadget Ninja Gets Fornite Character: Cnet, Business Insider Spotify Playlist for Pets: The Verge, Billboard, Spotify for Pets Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees: Variety, Rolling Stone

The news to know for Wednesday, January 15th, 2020! What to know today about the Senate impeachment trial, the Democratic debate (and a moment at the end that has people talking), and a Delta flight's fuel drop... Plus: the WNBA's landmark deal, a new report about dating apps and privacy, and the billionaire looking for love in space... 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 Zola. Go to www.Zola.com/newsworthy and use promo code SAVE50. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! You can support the show and get some swag by becoming an Insider here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: House Vote on Impeachment Articles: NYT, Politico, The Hill, NBC News, WaPo, AP Democratic Debate recap: NPR, AP, Washington Post, NYT Delta Flight Dumps Fuel: CBS News, NPR Red Sox Fire Alex Cora: AP, USA Today WNBA's Landmark Deal: Washington Post, ESPN, CBS Sports Windows 10 Security Patch: TechCrunch, WIRED, The Verge Dating Apps Privacy Concerns: CBS News, NYT, Business Insider Apply To Be 'Space Companion': CNET, Bloomberg, Forbes Jeopardy! GOAT: USA Today Work Wednesday - 2020 Job Openings: Money

The news to know for Tuesday, January 14th, 2020! What to know about tonight's presidential debate, new reports about Russia spies and the U.S. election, and a Major League Baseball cheating scandal... Plus: another royal family update, Amazon's controversial donation, and a new discovery of the oldest stuff on the planet... 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 Zola. Go to www.Zola.com/newsworthy and use promo code SAVE50. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Democratic debate in Iowa tonight: TIME, CNN, Reuters, CBS News Sen. Cory Booker ends campaign: Fox News, The Hill Russian spies hacked Ukrainian gas company: NYT, WaPo, Reuters Pensacola shooting was an "act of terrorism": USA Today, WSJ, NYT MLB cheating scandal: ESPN, CBS Sports, USA Today LSU wins national championship: NCAA, NBC News Queen supports Harry and Meghan: NBC News, CNN, BBC Amazon's controversial donation: USA Today, ABC News, CNBC, CBS News Vehicles of the year: USA Today, Cnet, CNN Oscar nominations revealed: The Hollywood Reporter, Yahoo, GMA

The news to know for Monday, January 13th, 2020! What to know today about Iran's confession and protests, the severe weather in the U.S., and the Royal family's "emergency meeting." Plus: the Hummer is making a comeback, the new smartphone for on-the-job, and Instagram gives Boomerang an upgrade... Those stories and many more -- in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. This episode is brought to you by Zola. Go to www.Zola.com/newsworthy and use promo code SAVE50. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran admits it shot down passenger plane: CNN, New York Times, Washington Post Texas becomes first state to refuse refugees: Reuters, NBC News, The Hill Severe weather impacts South, Midwest: USA Today, the Weather Channel, Fox News Philippines volcano prompts evacuations: CNN, AP, BBC Same sex marriage legal in Northern Ireland: BBC, NBC News, CNN Royal family's emergency meeting: AP, NPR, The Guardian The Hummer returns: WSJ, Reuters Tesla's new feature: Engadget Samsung launches Galaxy XCover Pro: TechCrunch, CNBC, The Verge Instagram adds new Boomerang effects: TechCrunch, Engadget Box office: Variety, Deadline, Business Insider Critics Choice Awards: PEOPLE, THR Money Monday - Making money with hobbies: USA Today, MSN

The news to know for Friday, January 10th, 2020! What to know today about the plane crash earlier this week as officials reveal new evidence, and there's an update about President Trump's border wall. Plus: a new rule for the 2020 Olympics, the newest tech gadgets revealed at CES, and the 'social experiment' involving $9 million. Those stories and many 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 or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: "Highly likely" Iranians shot down airliner: AP, NYT, NBC News, WSJ House votes to limit president's military powers: WaPo, Fox News, CNN Border wall updates: NPR, The Hill, USA Today, AP Ruth Bader Ginsburg cancer free: CNN, CBS News CA considers its own generic drugs: USA Today, WSJ Protests not allowed at Olympics: Yahoo Sports, Mashable CES recap: The Verge, AP, CNET Japanese billionaire giving away $9 million: NBC News, PEOPLE Feel Good Friday - Woman adopts six brothers: Today, GNN

The news to know for Thursday, January 9th, 2020! We're explaining why fears of a war with Iran have now eased, an update about a deadly plane crash and its impact on Canada, and the rate of cancer deaths is down... Plus: the surprise announcement from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (dubbed #Megxit), and the upcoming video streaming service bringing Hollywood to your smartphone... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. Our guest expert is helping you better understand the U.S.-Iran conflict happening the last couple of weeks and what's expected next. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest and any of the stories mentioned in this episode. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran-US leaders stand down: NYT, AP, CBS News, Washington Post, The Hill, Fox News Canadians mourn after plane crash: AP, USA Today Number of U.S. cancer deaths drops: CNN, WSJ, Bloomberg, American Cancer Society Warmest year, decade on record: WaPo, Weather Channel, CNN, Axios Royal couple's surprise announcement: The Guardian, People, BBC, USA Today Celeb tennis match to raise money for Australia: Mashable, ABC News Justin Bieber says he's sick: CNN Quibi shows off new streaming service: Gizmodo, Mashable Oscars goes hostless, again: THR, Variety

The news to know for Wednesday, January 8th, 2020! What to know today about an attack on U.S. forces in Iraq, and a Boeing plane crash in Iran. Plus: the billionaires buying dueling Super Bowl ads, the popular country music group splitting up, Google's latest smart home tech, and the new type of Girl Scout cookie... 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 Rothys.com/newsworthy And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! You can support the show and get some swag by becoming an Insider here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran's revenge attack, Trump to address nation: Washington Post, NYT, NBC News, ABC News, MarketWatch, CNN Ukrainian plane crash in Iran: Reuters, NBC News State of emergency in Puerto Rico: ABC News, Weather Channel, Washington Post Seattle students can't go to school unvaccinated: Fox News, USA Today Trump and Bloomberg dueling Super Bowl ads WSJ, Politico, ABC News CES updates: TechCrunch, CNET, AP Ivanka Trump talks tech: WaPo, Variety, Gizmodo Facebook bans deepfake videos: Business Insider, TechCrunch, Vox, Facebook Uber activates PIN system: CNET, AP Rascal Flatts is breaking up: Variety, Yahoo Entertainment New Girl Scout cookie: NBC News, CNN Work Wednesday - Companies who ghost: Forbes, Fast Company