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S1 Ep 458Iran Tensions, Robotic Arm Breakthrough & Toy Story 4 - Friday, June 21st, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 21st, 2019! Today, new details about how the U.S. is responding to Iran shooting down its drone. Plus: a robotic arm that works just by thinking (no surgery required), an Apple recall, the first day of summer and Toy Story 4. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran vs. U.S. Drone: Reuters, AP, Washington Post, CNN, The Hill Hope Hicks Testimony: ABC News, CNN Walmart Settlement: NYT, WSJ, Fox Business Slack IPO: WSJ, CNN Stocks High: CBS News NBA Draft: CBS Sports, NYT Two-City Team?: ESPN, USA Today Robotic Arm Breakthrough: Techcrunch, Daily Mail Skull "Horns": Fortune, NBC News Apple Recall: 9to5Mac, Check Your Serial No. Apple + Best Buy: TechCrunch, CNN First Day of Summer: Vox, National Geographic, USA Today Toy Story 4: Box Office Mojo

Jun 21, 201910 min

S1 Ep 457Drone Shot Down, NBA Draft & Voice-Controlled Monopoly (+ Talking Presidential Primaries) - Thursday, June 20th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 20th, 2019! Today, we're talking about Iran shooting down a U.S. drone, and why YouTube is thinking about some major changes. Plus: a new voice-activated Monopoly board game, and the re-release of one of the most popular movies of all time. 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 presidential primary debate coming up in exactly one week. Do debates and polls matter? What are the key issues? Jonathan Bernstein, a political scientist and columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, is on the show to answer those questions. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break 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... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Drone Shot Down: AP China, North Korea & U.S.: BBC, Reuters, NYT Clean-Air Rules Overturned: AP, NPR, Washington Post Interest Rates Steady: Reuters, WSJ, USA Today Youtube Investigated: Washington Post, The Verge, WSJ NBA Draft: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports World Cup: NBC Sports Heart Attack Detection: Bloomberg, Engadget AI Monopoly: Engadget, CNET Avengers: Endgame Re-release: People, Gizmodo

Jun 20, 201915 min

S1 Ep 456Pentagon's Top Job, 'Libra' Cryptocurrency & Google Houses - Wednesday, June 19th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 19th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the top job at the Pentagon - who's in and who's out - and the big announcement to expect today about interest rates. Plus: what to know about Facebook's cryptocurrency now that it's official, why Google is building thousands of homes, and Best Buy's plan for smart fitness. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Shanahan Drops Out: Washington Post, Fox News, AP, CBS News Interest Rates: Washington Post, CNBC, NYT, Bloomberg Boeing's Lifeline: WSJ, CNBC, CNN NY Going Green: NYT, NY Daily News Juneteenth: Juneteenth.com, Courier Journal Libra Cryptocurrency: TechCrunch, NBC News, Reuters, CNBC Google Affordable Housing: Bloomberg, CNET, WSJ Best Buy Fitness: CNBC, USA Today, MarketWatch YouTube AR Makeup: TechCrunch, Mashable Game of Thrones Prequel: Entertainment Weekly, CNN

Jun 19, 20199 min

S1 Ep 455Iran Threat, Trump's 2020 Rally & Hunger Games Returns - Tuesday, June 18th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 18th, 2019! What to know about rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, and the official launch of President Trump's re-election campaign. Plus: Taylor Swift gets political, self-driving cars delivering pizza, and Hunger Games is back with a new book and a movie... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump 2020 Rally: The Hill, FOX News, ABC News, Orlando Sentinel Trump on Mass Arrests: The Washington Post Iran Threat: AP, WSJ, NYT, ABC News, Reuters Stereotyping Ads Ban: Washington Post, Forbes Taylor Swift Gets Political: CBS News, Vox, CNN Self-Flying Plane: AP Dominos Driverless Delivery: The Verge, Quartz, Engadget Comcast Eye-Control Feature: The Verge, Engadget, USA Today Picture-in-Picture Mode: TechCrunch, 9to5Mac Hunger Games Prequel: USA Today, CNET, Variety

Jun 18, 20198 min

S1 Ep 454Historic Protest, Trade Letter & OJ Simpson's Twitter - Monday, June 17th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 17th, 2019! Today, what to know about a historic protest in Hong Kong, and why President Trump reportedly fired some people working on his re-election campaign. Plus: AI for the construction industry, a major NBA trade, and what OJ Simpson is now saying on Twitter. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Hong Kong Protests: AP, The Hill, Reuters, CBS News, CNBC South America Blackout: The Guardian, AP, CNN Trump Polls: NYT, NBC News, Washington Post Letter to Trump: NPR, Reuters, CNN, Business Insider Target Outage: TechCrunch, CNBC, USA Today Construction AI Tool: MIT Technology Review, Forbes NBA Trade: ESPN, LA Times US Open: USA Today, CBS Sports World Cup: CBS Sports, ESPN Babe Ruth Jersey: ABC News, ESPN OJ Simpson's Twitter: People, Entertainment Tonight Weekend Box Office: Variety, Business Insider MTV Movie & TV Awards: E! News

Jun 17, 20198 min

S1 Ep 453Tankers Attacked, NBA Champions & #InstagramDown - Friday, June 14th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 14th, 2019! Today, what to know about an international attack, who's leaving the White House, and why charges in the Flint water crisis were just dropped. Plus: your new NBA championship team, a new study about Bitcoin, and both Flag Day and Father's Day! 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Sara Sanders Leaving: The Hill, NPR Conway Gone Too?: CNN, NYT Trump's Comment: Washington Post Oil Tanker Attacks: AP, BBC, CNBC, NYT Sudan Crisis: BBC, NBC News, The Guardian, The Washington Post, Cosmo Flint Charges Dropped: AP, USA Today Flag Day: Hollywood Reporter, USFlag.org NBA Championship Team: CBS Sports Bitcoin Emissions: AP Facebook Digital Coin: WSJ #InstagramDown: CNET, Gizmodo Outdoor Study: NYT, Scientific Reports Father's Day: Today, USA Today, PC Mag

Jun 14, 20199 min

S1 Ep 452Census Question, Stanley Cup & Drone Delivery (+ Talking Opioid Crisis) - Thursday, June 13th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 13th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why there's so much conflict over one question, and why Amanda Knox is returning to Italy. Plus: who won The Stanley Cup, and where food delivery by drone is coming as soon as this summer. 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 opioid crisis and the first major trial against the drug manufacturers. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break 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... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Contempt Vote & Census Question: AP, The Hill, CBS News, NYT Hong Kong Protests: Reuters, BBC, NYT Knox Back in Italy: Inside Edition, AP Nevada Marijuana Rule: ABC News , CNN, The Hill Memory Implant: Bloomberg Stanley Cup: CBS Sports, NHL, St. Louis Post-Dispatch NBA Finals: NBA.com, Bleacher Report US Open: CBS Sports, Golf Channel Bird Buys Scoot: The Verge, TechCrunch Uber Fast Food Delivery: TechCrunch, CNN, Bloomberg

Jun 13, 201916 min

S1 Ep 451Merger Lawsuit, World Cup Record & Air Taxis - Wednesday, June 12th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 12th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why the president's son is on Capitol Hill, why several states are trying to block two companies from merging, and why big tech is in the hot seat. Plus: how the U.S. just made World Cup history, and what to expect from air taxis within just a few years. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Blinkist. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Jr. on Capitol Hill: Washington Post Subpoena Fight: CNN, ABC News, Washington Post Trump vs Biden: AP, NYT Democratic Debate: NBC News States Sue Over Merger: NPR, Bloomberg, WSJ Big Tech in Trouble?: NPR, AP, CNBC Record Heat: USA Today, ABC News, Accuweather, National Weather Service World Cup Record: CBS News, ESPN Facebook Data App: TechCrunch, CNET, The Verge Facebook Solar Project: AP, CBS Dallas Uber Air Taxis: The Verge, Business Insider, Mashable Amazon Restaurants: GeekWire, WSJ, CBS News

Jun 12, 20199 min

S1 Ep 450Secret Deal?, Dead Zone & Krispy Kreme - Tuesday, June 11th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 11th, 2019! What to know today about a possible secret deal with Mexico, a helicopter's crash-landing on a skyscraper, and why the Justice Department has changed course. Plus: where you'll find one of the largest "dead zones" this summer, which star NBA player was hurt (again), and why Celine Dion is saying 'goodbye.' 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexico Secret Deal: The Washington Post, ABC News, AP Mueller Evidence: NYT, WSJ, AP Skyscraper Crash-Landing: CBS News, CNN, AP Record Dead Zone: USA Today, National Geographic Tech for the Planet: Variety, Fast Company "Big Papi" Shot: ABC News NBA Finals: CBS Sports, Yahoo! Sports, USA Today Women's World Cup: CBS Sports, ProSoccerUSA Amazon "Bad Credit" Card: CNBC, TechCrunch Celine Dion's Goodbye: Billboard, USA Today, People Supersized Krispy Kreme: Business Insider, MarketWatch

Jun 11, 20198 min

S1 Ep 449Mueller Report Hearings, ISS Open for Biz & Historic Tony Award - Monday, June 10th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 10th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the televised hearings happening this week on Capitol Hill, the deal between U.S. and Mexico, and why so many people in Hong Kong are protesting. Plus: a sort-of space hotel, Microsoft's announcements, and historic wins in both tennis and at the Tony Awards. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexico-U.S. Deal: NYT, AP, Politico, FOX News, The Hill Mueller Report Hearings: AP, CNN, The Hill, ABC News Hong Kong Protests: BBC, WSJ, NYT, USA Today Southeast Flooding: The Weather Channel, USA Today CA Heat Wave: NBC News, CNN French Open History: USA Today, ESPN, Tennis Magazine ISS Open for Biz: The Verge, TechCrunch, Business Insider Comcast Fined: Engadget, Gizmodo Microsoft Xbox: CNET, WSJ, The Verge Tony Award Winners: People, NYT, ABC News Box Office: Variety

Jun 10, 20199 min

S1 Ep 448U.S.-Mexico Talks, New Robocalls Rule & Uber Copter - Friday, June 7th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 7th, 2019! Today, what to know about negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico, and how a new rule will help fight those annoying robocalls. Plus: why Spotify and the Obamas are teaming up, where you can take an 'Uber Copter,' and which awards show to watch this weekend. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Tariff Talks: AP, WSJ, NYT, Bloomberg West Point Crash: NPR, NBC News NYPD Apology: Vox, AP, NPR FCC Blocks Robocalls: CNN, Washington Post, USA Today Women's World Cup: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated Stanley Cup: ESPN Commercial Robots: Reuters Uber Copter: Engadget, The Verge Spotify + Obamas: The Verge, NBC News Tony Awards: Rolling Stone, Billboard Dog Stress: National Geographic, AP

Jun 7, 20198 min

S1 Ep 447D-Day Remembered, NCAA Changes & Netflix "Extras" - Thursday, June 6th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 6th, 2019! Today, new info about migrants arrested at the border and what Congress is doing now, and big changes to how veterans can get healthcare. Plus: the changes coming to college basketball, Amazon's newest delivery drone, and Rihanna's milestone. 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 child internet stars with digital anthropologist Crystal Abidin. She shares how young online celebrities aren't protected by the same laws and rules created for children in Hollywood. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break 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... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More Migrants: ABC News, Washington Post, NYT, CNBC Research Restrictions: NPR, WaPo, NYT, NBC News Veteran Health Care: USA Today, NYT 75 Years Since D-Day: CBS News, AP, ABC News NCAA 3-Point Line: CBS Sports, USA Today YouTube Removes Videos: Reuters, Vox, The HIll Amazon Delivery Drone: Bloomberg, The Verge Uber Eats: TechCrunch, The Verge Netflix New Feature: Business Insider, The Verge, TechCrunch Rihanna Richest Female Singer: Forbes, NYT Style

Jun 6, 201917 min

S1 Ep 446Tariffs Battle, Travel Restrictions & Spotify Stations - Wednesday, June 5th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 5th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why you may be surprised to hear who's against President Trump's plan for more tariffs, and what to know about the new travel restrictions that go into effect today. Plus: get ready for yoga at CVS drugstores, the future of furniture and Spotify's new app. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexico Tariffs Battle: Washington Post, CNBC, WSJ Deputy Arrested in Parkland: Reuters, CNN, NYT Virginia Gun Control: AP, Washington Post, NPR Restricted Cuba Travel: ABC News, NYT, Washington Post 19th Amendment Anniversary: CBS News, VOA CVS Health Hubs: CNBC, Reuters Cat Declawing in NY: US News, AP Ikea Robotic Furniture: The Verge, TechCrunch Bird Cruiser: Engadget, Gizmodo Spotify Stations: Engadget, The Verge

Jun 5, 20198 min

S1 Ep 445Big Tech, Tiananmen Square & Billionaire Jay-Z - Tuesday, June 4th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 4th, 2019! We're talking about what happened 30 years ago that will be remembered around the world today, and which government wants Tinder to hand over a bunch of user data. Plus: some highlights from Apple's big event, how a historic game show winning streak ended, and the first billionaire rapper. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Disaster Bill Passes: The Washington Post, FOX News, NPR Mueller Report Hearing: The Hill, CNBC, Politico Big Tech Probe: AP, NYT, TechCrunch, Reuters 30th Anniversary of Tiananmen Square: The Guardian, CNN, History.com Russia Demands Tinder Access: Business Insider, WSJ, AP Eid al-Fitr: Al Jazeera, CNN, USA Today Apple WWDC Highlights: The Verge, TechCrunch, NYT Quest Diagnostics Leak: WSJ, CNN, NBC News Jeopardy WInning Streak Broken: USA Today, NYT Jay-Z First Billionaire Rapper: Forbes, The Guardian

Jun 4, 20199 min

S1 Ep 444Virginia Beach Shooting, Goodbye iTunes & $4.5 Million Lunch - Monday, June 3rd, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 3rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about another mass shooting and the email that came just hours before, and what to know about the president's trip to Europe. Plus: get ready to say goodbye to iTunes, ESPN's new test for teens, and the lunch worth more than $4.5 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Virginia Beach Shooting: AP, USA Today, NYT, Washington Post, CNN Trumps to UK: VOA, BBC, ABC News, AP, The Sunday Times, The Sun New Visa Requirement: TechCrunch, Bloomberg U.S. vs. Google: WSJ, NYT, The Washington Post Goodbye iTunes & WWDC: The Verge, CNBC, Bloomberg MLB Draft: CBS Sports, Bleacher Report ESPN Test for Teens: Variety, Cybercultural Warren Buffett Auction: Reuters, WSJ Box Office Winner: Variety, USA Today

Jun 3, 20199 min

S1 Ep 443Mexican Tariffs, Spelling Bee Octochamps & Star Wars Land - Friday, May 31st, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 31st, 2019! Today, we're talking about a new threat of tariffs and what it has to do with illegal immigration. Plus: a historic National Spelling Bee with *eight* winners, when at-home deliveries are expected to double, and a billion dollar Star Wars Land... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexican Tariffs: WSJ, FOX News, USA Today, NBC News Reactions to Mueller: NYT, AP, CBS News, NPR Death Penalty Ban: NPR, Washington Post, VOX Measles Milestone: AP, CNN, WSJ FDA on CBD: CNBC, NBC News JUUL Stores: CNBC, Reuters Sunday Delivery: WSJ, Fox Business, CBS News Historic Spelling Bee: ESPN, Twitter WorldPride in NY: World Pride NYC, CNN, Chicago Tribune Harry Potter eBooks: CNET, BBC $1B Star Wars Land: CNET, MarketWatch, WSJ

May 31, 20199 min

S1 Ep 442Mueller Speaks, NBA Finals & 5G Explainer - Thursday, May 30th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 30th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the special counsel's first public comments since his investigation started two years ago, and what could happen next. Plus: what to knowa bout the NBA finals, Amazon's newest smart device, and why Uber says you could be kicked off its app. 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 all about 5G: what it is, how it could impact you and when it will be widely available. Brendan Gill from OpenSignal joins us to explain. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps 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... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller Speaks: AP, The Hill, NYT, NBC News Primary Debates: Politico, AP, U.S. News & World Report Israel's New Election: The Guardian, BBC, ABC News Severe Weather: The Weather Channel, Accuweather, NYT Alex Trebek Update: USA Today, People NBA Finals: NBA.com, ESPN, CBS Sports Alexa Voice History: Engadget, CNBC Echo Show 5: The Verge Uber "Deactivates" Riders: The Verge, TechCrunch Marijuana Delivery Apps: Engadget, Android Police In-Flight 5G: The Verge, VentureBeat

May 30, 201917 min

S1 Ep 441Abortion Ruling, Diabetes Data & Apple's New iPod - Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 29th, 2019! Today, what to know about a record-breaking two weeks of tornadoes, a Supreme Court ruling about abortion, and the diabetes data that has even some doctors stumped. Plus: a billionaire's major pledge, the type of cannabis now allowed on planes, and Apple's new iPod... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Record-Breaking Tornadoes: AP, The Weather Channel, AccuWeather, NYT, USA TODAY Missouri Abortion Clinic Closing: CBS News, NPR SCOTUS on Abortion: The Washington Post, WSJ, NYT Netflix on Abortion: Variety, Deadline Diabetes Down, Obesity Up: TIME/AP New Medical Conditions: Quartz, CNBC, CBS News TSA's CBD Guidelines: FOX News, NBC News, CNN, TSA Sports Illustrated Sold: USA Today, NYT Mrs. Bezos Fortune: CNN, ABC News Apple's New iPod: Business Insider, The Verge Moto Z4 Sold: Droid Life, The Verge, Engadget

May 29, 20199 min

S1 Ep 440Opioid Trial, Mt. Everest Traffic Jam & Aladdin Wins - Tuesday, May 28th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 28th, 2019! Today, what to know about this week's severe weather and record-breaking flooding, and the first of its kind trial about the opioid crisis. Plus: a traffic jam on Mt. Everest, Ikea's new augmented reality app, and how the remake of Aladdin did at the the box office. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Oklahoma Tornado/Weather: AccuWeather, The Weather Channel Trump in Japan: AP, The Hill, Washington Post, CNN Japan Stabbing: AP, BBC, CNN Theresa May Steps Down: NPR, BBC, NYT, AP, The Washington Post, NBC News, TIME Hiker in Hawaii Rescued: USA Today, TIME Mt. Everest Traffic Jam: CNN, NYT, CBS News Opioid Trial: WSJ, CBS News, The Washington Post, NPR Most Expensive Drug: CNBC, Reuters Indy 500: CBS Sports, NYT Major Merger?: NBC News, WSJ IKEA App: Reuters Snapchat Music: Mashable, WSJ TikTok Phone: TechCrunch, The Verge Weekend Box Office: Variety

May 28, 20199 min

S1 Ep 439Farmers Bailout, Weinstein Deal & 3D Body Scans - Friday, May 24th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 24th, 2019! Today, what to know about billions of dollars going to farmers, and the multimillion dollar deal Harvey Weinstein just made. Plus: Memorial Day, a mile-wide asteroid, 3D body scans and a new feature on Rotten Tomatoes. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Farmers Bailout: NYT, NPR Disaster Funding Bill: CNN, NBC News, Politico Harvey Weinstein Deal: Page Six, ABC News, WSJ Last Slave Ship Found: USA Today, Washington Post, Live Science Weekend Weather: Accuweather, Missouri Tornado: The Weather Channel, NYT Asteroid Flyby: NBC News Memorial Day: History Beef Recall: USDA (list of recalled items), FOX News, CBS News Facebook's Record Removal: Axios, Bloomberg, Engadget AT&T & Bitcoin: Engadget, CNET 3D Body Scans: Business Insider, CNET Mood Device: Bloomberg, CNBC Rotten Tomatoes Revamp: Variety, Deadline

May 24, 20199 min

S1 Ep 438"American Taliban" Released, $20 Bill Design & Send Your Name to Mars (+ Talking E-Scooters) - Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 23rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about why President Trump stormed out of a meeting and says he'll refuse to work with Democrats, and what to watch for in the world's largest election. Plus: what to know about changes to the $20 bill, a new way to bury loved ones, and how NASA plans to take people's names to Mars. 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 a growing number of e-scooter injuries, and what's being done about it. Hear from Dr. Tarak Trivedi about his own research and how e-scooter companies are coming to him to improve safety. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break 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... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Learn more at www.BalanceUS.org. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump-Pelosi Battle: AP, NYT, The Hill, CNN Trump's Financial Records: WSJ, The Hill, Bloomberg, NBC News "American Taliban" Released: NYT, FOX News, Washington Post India's Election: CNN, BBC, The Guardian, NYT Harriet Tubman Bill: CNBC, The Hill, MarketWatch NASA Boarding Pass: CNN, NASA ? 23andMe & Airbnb: Vox, Quartz Human Composting: Seattle Times, USA Today, CNN Delivery Robot: Reuters, Business Insider, TechCrunch World's First "Vertical" Theme Park: Daily Mail, AP

May 23, 201913 min

S1 Ep 437New Calls to Impeach, Self-Driving USPS Trucks & 'New Coke' - Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019! Today, we're talking about why there are new calls for impeachment and why dozens of lawsuits were filed against one of the best known companies in the world… Plus: the U.S. Postal Service plans to use a new kind of tech, and why Coca-Cola is teaming up with Netflix… 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Assoc. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Calls for Impeachment: CNN, AP, NBC News, WSJ VOX, NYT, AP Tax Returns Memo: The Washington Post Plastic Trash Research: NBC News, Yahoo! News McDonald's "Time's Up": Reuters, Vox NBA Finals: Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports Stanley Cup Final: NHL, CBS Sports Comcast Home Sensor: CNBC, Engadget USPS Self-Driving Trucks: Reuters, USA Today New Chevy Feature: The Verge, CNET Urban Outfitters Rentals: WSJ, BusinessInsider 'New Coke' is Back: USA Today, Variety

May 22, 20198 min

S1 Ep 436Subpoena Battles, 5G Race & AI Fights Cancer - Tuesday, May 21st, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 21st, 2019! Today, we're talking about the White House winning one subpoena fight today but losing another. Plus: a ban on a major Chinese company, how AI could help fight cancer, and yes, another mistake on the most popular HBO show ever... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.balanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: McGahn Testimony: ABC News, CNN, AP Financial Records: CNBC, Washington Post, The Hill, WSJ Google & Huawei: AP, CNN, Bloomberg T-Mobile/Sprint Merger: CNBC, WSJ, The Verge AI Spots Lung Cancer: Engadget, NYT Ford Job Cuts: NBC News, WSJ Little Caesars Impossible Pizza: The Verge, Fox Business Game of Thrones Water Bottles: Gizmodo, USA Today, Variety, Business Insider

May 21, 20197 min

S1 Ep 435Iran Warning, Surprise Gift to Grads & RIP Grumpy Cat - Monday, May 20th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, May 20th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the first Republican lawmaker to say this one thing, and what a famous self-help guru is now accused of... Plus: a billionaire's big surprise to graduating students, Spotify's new plan for your car, and Grumpy Cat remembered... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More Severe Weather: AccuWeather, ABC News, The Weather Channel, USA Today Iran Threat: BBC, CBS News, AP, Fox News A Republican First: NBC News, CNN, Washington Post, The Hill Trump Lifts Tariffs: AP, NPR, Fortune Tony Robbins Accused: BuzzFeed News, NBC News Ohio State Report: AP, USA Today Billionaire Pays Student Loans: AP, CNN PGA Championship Winner: CBS Sports, ESPN, YAHOO! Sports Spotify Smart Assistant: Techradar, Engadget, The Verge Grumpy Cat Dies: Washington Post, TIME GoT Series Finale: Workforce Institute, TechCrunch Weekend Box Office: Variety, USA Today

May 20, 20199 min

S1 Ep 434Weekend Weather, SAT Adversity Score & GoT Petition - Friday, May 17th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 17th, 2019! Today, what to know about this weekend's severe weather, the latest person running for president, and a new 'adversity score' to get into college. Plus: a flying taxi, a Taco Bell hotel, and a Game of Thrones petition. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Weekend Weather: Accuweather, Weather Channel, USA Today Pelosi on Impeachment: CNN, NYT NYC Mayor for President: AP, Washington Post Abortion Bans: CBS News, TIME, NYT SAT "Adversity Score": NYT, WSJ PGA Latest: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, USA Today Air Taxi: Engadget, Wired, CNN, UBER FLYING TAXIS Taco Bell Hotel: USA Today, CNBC GOT Petition: CNN, TIME

May 17, 20198 min

S1 Ep 433Immigration Plan, FCC vs. Robocalls & 'Big Bang' Finale (+ Food Trends with Vegan Chef Leslie Durso) - Thursday, May 16th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 16th, 2019! Today, we're talking about President Trump's newest plan for an immigration overhaul, and why the U.S. says it will not join the global fight against online hate. Plus: a new plan to fight robocalls, a new Uber feature to avoid chatting with your driver, and a record-breaking TV show comes to an end. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview with Four Seasons Vegan Chef Leslie Durso about why The Economist called 2019 "The Year of the Vegan." Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break 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... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: New Immigration Plan: AP, The Hill, The Washington Post Iran Conflict: AP, NYT, NBC News Online Extremism Pledge: Vox, NBC News, The Hill, NYT, The Verge FCC vs. Robocalls: Engadget, Gizmodo, WSJ Low Birth Rate: NPR, WSJ, NBC News 3D Printed Community: De Zeen, NYT DIY Diagnosis: NPR, Science Magazine, Gizmodo Uber Quiet Mode: TechCrunch, Vox, CNET Big Bang Finale: THR, ET, ENews

May 16, 201914 min

S1 Ep 432Abortion Vote, Google Ads & Best State - Wednesday, May 15th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 15th, 2019! Today, why President Trump's lawyers are now the ones under investigation, and what to know about Alabama's abortion ban vote. Plus: NASA's newest pitch for space, how Google wants to get you shopping, and which U.S. state was just named the best in the country. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Lawyers Investigated: CNN, Washington Post, Trump Jr. Testimony: NPR, The Hill Putin & Pompeo: The Guardian, AP, Reuters, The Hill AL Abortion Vote: CBS News, Washington Post Facebook Restricts Livestream: NBC News, CNN NASA Moon Mission: CNET, The Verge, AP NBA Draft Lottery: CBS Sports, NBA Google Shopping, Ads: Forbes, NYT, Reuters, The Verge Alexa Guard: Gizmodo, CNET Disney + Hulu: Axios, CNBC AskMatch: Engadget Best State in The Country: USA Today, US News

May 15, 20198 min

S1 Ep 431Stocks Down, WhatsApp Hack & Uber PIN - Tuesday, May 14th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 14th, 2019! Today, we're talking about new details in the ongoing trade dispute between the U.S. and China, and why the tables have turned a bit in the Russia investigation. Plus: facial recognition, an Apple lawsuit, and the new way to catch an Uber at the airport. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trade Dispute Latest: WSJ, CNBC, MarketWatch, AP, NYT Russia Investigation: AP, NYT San Fransisco Face ID Vote: SF Chronicle, Gizmodo, AP Record High CO2: TechCrunch, CNN Apple Lawsuit: TechCrunch, NPR, Washington Post Apple TV App: The Verge WhatsApp Hack: Financial Times, CNBC Amazon v. Walmart Delivery: Business Insider, TechCrunch Amazon Packing Machines: Reuters, USA Today Uber PIN: Engadget, CNET New Oreo Flavors: USA Today, Delish

May 14, 20198 min

S1 Ep 430Trade Talks, Helium Shortage & AI For Good - Monday, May 13th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, May 13th, 2019! Today, we're talking about everything from severe weather to the impact of the U.S.-China trade war. Plus: a global helium shortage, how AI is being used for good, and the movie that almost beat Avengers: Endgame at the box office. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Severe Weather: USA Today, CBS News AccuWeather, The Weather Channel Tariffs Latest: AP, Reuters, FOX News, CNBC, Washington Post Uber IPO Update: Business Insider, CNET, NYT Helium Shortage: USA Today, Gizmodo, CNN SpaceX Satellites: The Verge, Business Insider AI For Good: VentureBeat, Axios NBA Playoffs: CBS Sports, Yahoo! Sports, NYT NBA Player Hurt: ESPN, CBS News Record NFL Deal: ESPN, Bleacher Report, CBS Sports Weekend Box Office: Variety, USA Today This is Us: Variety, People VS Fashion Show: CNBC, Yahoo Veep: THR GoT Trailer: YouTube

May 13, 20199 min

S1 Ep 429New Tariffs, Uber's IPO & Moon Mission - Friday, May 10th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 10th, 2019! What to know about trade talks with China and how new tariffs could impact what you buy, and the Pope's groundbreaking new law. Plus: Uber's IPO, a new way to get to the moon, and free babysitters for Mother's Day. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.BalanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trade Talks & Tariffs: NYT, WSJ, AP, CNBC, Reuters Defense Secretary Nominee: Washington Post, AP Abortion Laws: Washington Post, CBS News Pope Francis New Rule: NPR, NBC News, AP Kids Tech Privacy: NYT, Vox, Business Insider Uber IPO: CNBC, WSJ, Techcrunch Facebook Too Big?: NYT, CNBC, The Verge Moon Mission: CNN, Reuters, CNBC, Space.com Delta Free Wifi: The Verge Nike AR App: Engadget, USA Today Mother's Day: Today, CBS News

May 10, 201910 min

S1 Ep 428Trump Jr. Subpoena, Magic Mushrooms & Archie Harrison (+ Talking Pregnancy & Postpartum Care) - Thursday, May 9th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 9th, 2019! We're talking about why the president's son was just subpoenaed, the new thing drug companies will have to tell you on TV, and the first U.S. city to give the OK to so-called magic mushrooms. Plus: a big Bitcoin hack, the royal baby name, and Tyra Banks makes a comeback. 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 a new CDC report on pregnancy-related medical issues, the new drug for postpartum depression and the advice to new moms everywhere. You'll hear from Dr. Alison Stuebe as well as postpartum care practitioner Natalie Telyatnikov. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps breaks it all down for you. You can also go to www.theNewsWorthy.com to see story sources and links in the section titled 'Episodes' or see below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.BalanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Jr. Subpoena: CNBC, NPR Executive Privilege: NYT, AP Contempt Vote: The Hill, CNN Pregnancy-Related Deaths: CBS News, Axios Magic Mushrooms OK: Forbes, Denver Post Drug Prices on TV: ABC News, Bloomberg, NYT Tobacco Age: CNBC, Reuters Bitcoin Hackers: CNN, Wired, Binance Buy a Bird: Tech Crunch, The Verge Tyra Banks SI Cover: CBS News, People Royal Baby Name: BBC, USA Today, People

May 9, 201915 min

S1 Ep 427Iran's Threat, Uber Drivers Strike & Google's New Tech - Wednesday, May 8th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 8th, 2019! Today, we're talking about a new threat from Iran, another school shooting, and why Uber and Lyft drivers are going on strike today. Plus: Google's tech announcements and Disney's plan for new movies. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you Care/of. Go to www.takecareof.com and get 30% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code newsworthy30 Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Contempt Vote: TIME, Fox News, Vox, Politico McGahn Subpoena: CNN, Washington Post Trump Tax Returns: NYT Iran Latest: AP, NYT Colorado School Shooting: CNN, The Denver Post, CBS News Stocks & Trade: The Hill, CNBC, CBS News, AP Uber/Lyft Strike: Forbes, Vox, PBS Google Privacy Changes: Reuters, TechCrunch Google's New Tech: The Verge, BuzzFeed, CNET, Engadget Kentucky Derby Champ Sick: NBC News, USA Today, ESPN New Star Wars Movies: Engadget, Gizmodo, New Marvel Movies: CNET New Avatar Movies: Variety GoT Cup Gone: VICE, USA Today, CNBC

May 8, 20199 min

S1 Ep 426UN Report, Journalists Freed & Royal Baby Boy - Tuesday, May 7th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 7th, 2019! Today, what to know about the latest legal battle in Washington, two Pulitzer Prize winning journalists freed from prison, and why an eighth of all species on Earth could be at risk of extinction. Plus: what to know about new voting software, the royal baby born, and a Game of Thrones gaffe. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: UN Report: NPR, USA Today, NYT, YouTube Tax Returns Request: WSJ, Washington Post, NYT Cohen Before Prison: ABC News, Reuters Journalists Freed: Reuters, AP, TIME Microsoft Election Software: TechCrunch, NPR, Engadget CBS News Changes: CBS News Facebook Privacy: The Verge, Reuters Royal Baby Born: BBC, CBS News, People Game of Thrones Coffee Cup: The Verge, Deadline, NYT Wendy's Social Promise: Business Insider

May 7, 20198 min

S1 Ep 425Cohen to Prison, Derby Drama & $2B Box Office - Monday, May 6th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, May 6th, 2019! Today, what to know about a standoff on Capitol Hill, which former Trump campaign official heads to prison today, and a promising study about what could end AIDS. Plus: the first of its kind drama at the Kentucky Derby, and fashion's biggest night. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Start your trial at Noom.com/newsworthy. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Barr Deadline: The Washington Post, The Hill, Yahoo News Mueller Testimony: CNN, FOX News, CNBC Cohen Goes to Prison: The Hill, AP, FOX News Russia's Emergency Landing: BBC, FOX News, NYT Plane in River: AP, USA Today Israeli Airstrikes: Reuters, Washington Post, NYT China Tariffs: WSJ, CNBC, Reuters AIDS Study: The Guardian, NBC News Kentucky Derby: NBC Sports, ESPN, USA Today, YouTube Tiger Woods Medal: NBC Sports, NYT New Box Office Record: Variety Jeopardy Winning Streak: USA Today, THR Historic Miss USA: CNN, CBS News, E! News Met Gala: NYT, Refinery29, CBS News Cinco de Mayo: History, NPR, KGUN

May 6, 201910 min

S1 Ep 424Contempt Threat, Facebook Cryptocurrency & Meteor Shower - Friday, May 3rd, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 3rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about the feud on Capitol Hill that just got more heated, a cruise ship quarantine, and who Facebook is now banning. Plus: earn cryptocurrency in the car, a Starbucks recall, and the rapper breaking records. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry and Primary Ride Home podcast. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Contempt Threat: AP, CNN, NYT Fed Withdrawal: WSJ, PBS India Cyclone: NYT, The Weather Channel Cruise Ship Quarantine: CBS News, CNN Ramadan Starts: LA Times, VOX Facebook Ban: Washington Post, USA Today, CNN Facebook Cryptocurrency: WSJ Jaguar Land Rover Tech: Mashable, Forbes Starbucks Recall: WSJ, CBS News Women's Hockey League Boycott: ESPN, FOX Sports, Forbes Weekend Meteor Shower: AccuWeather, Space.com, Astronomy Magazine Drake Breaks Billboard Record: US Weekly, Yahoo!

May 3, 20198 min

S1 Ep 423Testosterone Ruling, Google Auto-Delete & Mood Meals (+ Work Trends with Career Contessa) - Thursday, May 2nd, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 2nd, 2019! Today, we're talking about why the White House wants more money for the border, and a controversial sports call about women's genetics. Plus: a first for drones, how to keep your Google history more private, and McDonald's "Happy Meals" has new competition. 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 all things work with Lauren McGoodwin, Founder and CEO of Career Contessa. She's sharing what to know about the job market, workplace trends and negotiating your salary. 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... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry and Primary Ride Home podcast. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Barr Testimony: The Hill, AP, NYT, USA Today More Border Money: CNBC, NYT, NBC News Interest Rate Stays: AP, Washington Post, MarketWatch Holocaust Remembrance Day: Times of Israel, TIME/AP Testosterone Ruling: NYT, ESPN, NPR Drone Organ Delivery: CNN, Engadget Google Auto-Delete: Engadget, The Verge FanDuel Fee: TechCrunch, Engadget Monthly Scooter Rentals: The Verge New Hulu Shows: Techcrunch, CNBC, ENews Burger King "Real Meals": Fox Business

May 2, 201916 min

S1 Ep 422AG Barr Testifies, Facebook Facelift & Billboard Music Awards - Wednesday, May 1st, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 1st, 2019! Today, what Mueller himself said about the Mueller report summary, a shooting at a university, and a newly approved alternative to cigarettes. Plus: what to know about Facebook and Instagram's big changes, and the big awards show happening tonight... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry and the Primary Ride Home podcast. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller's Response: NYT, WSJ, The Washington Post, FOX News Trump Meeting, Lawsuits: NPR, AP, Reuters, CNN UNC Charlotte Shooting: USA Today, CNN, TIME Venezuela Tension: NYT, AP, The Guardian May Day: History.com, CNN, The Washington Post, The Guardian FDA Approves New "Cigarette": CBS News, Reuters, Washington Post Facebook Changes: WSJ, Gizmodo, Quartz, Engadget Instagram Changes: The Verge, Techcrunch, Quartz Obamas + Netflix: CBS News, NYT, Axios Billboard Awards: Billboard Tony Nominations: NYT

May 1, 20198 min

S1 Ep 421Terror Plot, NASA Drill & Sports Illustrated First - Tuesday, April 30th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, April 30th, 2019! Today, we're talking about everything from a terror plot stopped in its tracks to how NASA is preparing for an asteroid to hit Earth. Plus: Marriott's version of Airbnb, a TV made for millennials, and a first for Sports Illustrated. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry and the Primary Ride Home podcast. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Terror Plot Stopped: NBC News, NYT, CNN, AP ISIS Video: NYT, AP Measles Update: NYT, TIME John Singleton Dies: Variety, AP NASA Drill: NBC News, NPR Marriott's 'Airbnb': WSJ, Techcrunch Samsung "Millennial" TV: Business Insider, The Verge SI Swimsuit First: ENews, Sports Illustrated "Woodstock 50" Cancelled?: USA Today, Billboard, Reuters Impossible Whopper: The Verge, CBS News

Apr 30, 20198 min

S1 Ep 420Synagogue Shooting, Boeing's Big Day & Record-Breaking Box Office - Monday, April 29th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, April 29th, 2019! Today, we're talking about another place of worship that was attacked, an unexpected tragedy in Seattle and a big day for Boeing. Plus: Airbnb's new plans, and did Avengers: Endgame hit the projected $1 billion at the box office? 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Start your trial to lose weight and be healthy at www.Ancestry.com/newsworthy. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Synagogue Shooting: NBC News, The Washington Post, CNN, Reuters NRA Turmoil: The Washington Post, FOX News, CBS News Crane Collapse: The Seattle Times, NBC News Boeing's Big Day: Reuters, WSJ, Boeing, Bloomberg, CNN Avengers: Endgame: Variety, THR, BuzzFeed News, CNBC NFL Draft: USA Today, CBS Sports Virginia Basketball: ABC News, FOX News, Washington Post Indiegogo Ban: TechCrunch, Engadget Airbnb + Hotels: CNBC, WSJ, Reuters Taylor Swift Record: Forbes, CNET

Apr 29, 20199 min

S1 Ep 419Largest Primary Field, Microsoft Hits $1 Trillion & Avengers: Endgame - Friday, April 26th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, April 26th, 2019! We're talking about why the 2020 race to the White House is already historic, why hundreds of college students and staff members are quarantined, and when you can expect Uber and Lyft drivers to go on strike. Plus: what to know about Amazon's new one-day shipping goals, and Avengers: Endgame sets a new one-day record (will it reach $1 billion in its opening weekend?). 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.BalanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Biden 2020: AP, Fox News, NBC News, NYT Measles Quarantine: NBC News, LA Times Uber Strike: CBS News, Salon, Bloomberg Cannabis Industry Jobs: NYT Microsoft $1 Trillion: WSJ, The Verge Amazon's One-Day Shipping: Reuters, TechCrunch Walmart's IRL: TechCrunch, Engadget, AP CVS SmileShops: CNBC, USA Today Avengers: Endgame: AP, Deadline, NBC News

Apr 26, 20198 min

S1 Ep 418Subpoena Pushback, Facebook Fine & Oscars Rules (+ Who Made Your Clothes? With Jessica Kelly) - Thursday, April 25th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, April 25th, 2019! We're talking about a first of its kind meeting between two world leaders, and the well-known name launching a presidential campaign today. Plus: Facebook could face a record-breaking fine, the NFL draft, and updated rules for the Oscars... 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 factory workers' safety -- six years after the largest tragedy in the fashion industry. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. You can also go to www.theNewsWorthy.com to see story sources and links in the section titled 'Episodes' or see below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.BalanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Pushback: The Hill, NYT Clinton Op-Ed: The Washington Post Kim, Putin Meeting: CBS News, AP, BBC, WSJ Biden 2020: NYT, CBS News Measles Record: Washington Post, AP, LA Times Facebook Fine: Market Watch, CNN Kids & Screen Time: USA Today, TIME, BBC NFL Draft: USA Today, ESPN Buzzer-Beater: Bleacher Report "Marsquake": Space.com, NBC News Oscars Rules: Bloomberg, The Verge Netflix Popular Shows: WSJ, Fast Company

Apr 25, 201915 min

S1 Ep 417First Malaria Vaccine, Stocks Hit Record High & Drone Deliveries - Wednesday, April 24th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, April 24th, 2019! We're talking about a lot of firsts today, including the first company of its kind to face criminal charges in the opioid crisis, the world's first vaccine for malaria, and the first drone company approved to deliver packages in the U.S. 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 below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.BalanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Company Charged in Opioid Crisis: NYT, NBC News, AP ISIS Claims: TIME, Washington Post First Malaria Vaccine: NPR, CNN Trump's Tax Returns: CNN, WSJ White House Boycotts Press Dinner: AP, The Hill Stocks at Record High: WSJ, Fox Business Tobacco-Buying Age: CNBC, Fox Business Google Drone Deliveries: Bloomberg, Gizmodo Kohl's + Amazon: The Verge, CNBC Avengers: Endgame: THR, The Verge

Apr 24, 20197 min

S1 Ep 416Big Supreme Court Cases, Robotaxis & Prince Memoir - Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about some big deal Supreme Court cases that could impact you, and who President Trump is now suing. Plus: a version of Uber but with no human drivers (as soon as next year?), and how Prince is speaking out years after he died. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.BalanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Sri Lanka Warnings: CNN, NYT, WSJ, CBS News Trump Sues: CNN, CBS News, Vox LGBTQ at Work: NYT, Vox, ABC News Census Question: The Washington Post, The Hill Tesla Robotaxis: Reuters, CNBC Tesla Autonomy "Chip": Business Insider, TechCrunch Teens & Driving: WSJ Galaxy Fold Delayed: WSJ, The Verge Prince Memoir: Variety

Apr 23, 20197 min

S1 Ep 415Easter Sunday Bombings, Impeachment Talk & Earth Day - Monday, April 22nd, 2019

The news to know for Monday, April 22nd, 2019! Today, what to know about an Easter Sunday attack in Sri Lanka, and what Democrats are now saying about impeaching the president. Plus: why this year's flu season is unique, Earth Day, and the new Netflix feature that could be coming... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Start your trial to lose weight and be healthy at Noom.com/newsworthy. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Easter Sunday Bombings: AP, CBS News, CNN, NYT Ukraine President: BBC, Washington Post, NBC News Impeachment Talk: The Hill, NBC News, AP, The Washington Post Flu Season: CNN, AP Earth Day: EarthDay.org, Quartz Venmo Credit Card: WSJ Netflix Shuffle: Gizmodo, Deadline, TechCrunch Beyonce + Netflix: Variety Weekend Box Office: Variety, Deadline

Apr 22, 20198 min

S1 Ep 414Mueller Report Findings, Instagram Passwords & CBD Burger - Friday, April 19th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, April 19th, 2019! Today, we're breaking down some of the key findings from the Mueller report, and what to expect next. Also: what's happening with the economy, Facebook's latest privacy problems, and a possible major change on Instagram. 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller Report Highlights: The Hill, NYT, The Atlantic, FOX News, Reuters, Read the Report Notre Dame Fire Update: AP, Bloomberg, The Guardian Economy Latest: ABC News, CNBC, Reuters Food Stamps for Online: Reuters, CNN "Bubble Boy" Cure: CBS News, BBC Airplane Maps: WSJ Facebook's Mistake: Business Insider, CNET Instagram Passwords: Quartz, Facebook No More Instagram Likes?: TechCrunch CBD Burger: Business Insider, USA Today Easter: History.com Passover: History.com

Apr 19, 20199 min

S1 Ep 413Mueller Report Released, Opioids Sting & Most Influential People (+ College Admissions Scandal with Dan Golden) - Thursday, April 18th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, April 18th, 2019! We're talking about the big reveal on Capitol Hill today. What to expect from the Mueller report... Plus: the brain research that will have you thinking about life, problems with an expensive smartphone, and the most influential people. 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 the recent college admissions scandal. Hear from Dan Golden, a senior editor for ProPublica. Golden won a Pulitzer as a reporter for The Wall Street Journal for a series about college admissions and expanded that series into a critically acclaimed 2006 national bestseller, "The Price of Admission." Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. You can also go to www.theNewsWorthy.com to see story sources and links in the section titled 'Episodes' or see below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller Report Release: NYT, NBC News, AP, CNN, Report Released Here North Korea Test: NYT, AP, BBC Opioid Sting: NPR, WSJ, AP Brain Research: Washington Post, National Geographic NASA Record: The Verge, Space.com Pinterest IPO: MarketWatch, WSJ Galaxy Fold Problems: The Verge, WSJ, CNBC Facebook Voice Assistant: CNBC, The Verge, CNET Adidas Recyclable Sneaker: Business Insider, Quartz TIME's Most Influential People: TIME, CNN

Apr 18, 201915 min

S1 Ep 412Trump's Second Veto, Fake Reviews & TED Talks Project - Wednesday, April 17th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, April 17th, 2019! Today: an update about the Notre Dame fire, Trump's second veto of his presidency, and which state is now the latest to deal with more measles. Plus: the highest paid NFL player, how to spot fake reviews on Amazon, and TED Talks making a difference... 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 below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Notre Dame Update: CBS News, AP, NYT, USA Today, Fox News, HuffPost Trump Second Veto: The Hill, The Washington Post, FOX News, CNN Severe Weather: AccuWeather, The Weather Channel Measles Ban: CBS News, CNN Highest Paid NFL Player: CBS News, ESPN Fake Reviews Report: CNBC, BBC Walmart Kids Subscription: TechCrunch, CNBC RTR Kids: Vox Audacious Project: Audacious Project, TechCrunch Hoda Kotb Adopts Again: ENews

Apr 17, 20198 min

S1 Ep 411Notre Dame Fire, Boston Marathon & Lyft Line - Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, April 16th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the massive fire that badly damaged a Paris landmark, and the billionaire promising to help rebuild. Plus: what Trump now says about Boeing, Tiger Woods gets another award, and Lyft brings back the taxi line... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Notre Dame Cathedral Fire: CBS News, Reuters, NYT, AP, FOX News More Measles Cases: CNN, USA Today, MayoClinic, ABC News More Flights Canceled: CNBC Trump Tweets Boeing: Washington Post Trump Shuttle: Business Insider Tiger Woods Medal: CBS News Woods + Nike: Boston Marathon: Boston.com, ESPN, USA Today Lyft Pulls E-Bikes: The Verge, CNN, NYT Lyft's "Taxi" Line: TechCrunch Amazon Music: Billboard, The Verge GoT Record: Variety, EW Vegan Menu: USA Today

Apr 16, 20199 min

S1 Ep 410Tax Day, Tiger Wins Masters & Netflix is a Joke - Monday, April 15th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, April 15th, 2019! Today: what to know about Tax Day, Trump's reelection campaign funds, and severe weather in the South. Plus: a big comeback for Tiger Woods, marijuana at work, and why Netflix is a joke... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Tax Day: Forbes, ABC News, The Motley Fool Trump Tax Returns: NYT, FOX News Sanctuary Cities Latest: CNN, FOX News, The Washington Post, USA Today Trump Reelection Campaign: AP Rep. Omar Controversy: CNN, The Washington Post, Time, The Hill Severe Weather: AP, USA Today, AccuWeather, The Weather Channel Tiger Wins Masters: CBS Sports, USA Today Boston Marathon: Boston Marathon Guide, NYT NBA Playoffs: Sporting News, USA Today World's Largest Plane: Space.com, Ars Technica, CNN Marijuana at Work: WSJ, CBS News, The Motley Fool Rite Aid E-Cigs: WSJ, CNBC Netflix Is a Joke: The Verge, TechCrunch Weekend Box Office: Variety

Apr 15, 20199 min

S1 Ep 409Assange Arrested, NASA Twins Study & Game of Thrones - Friday, April 12th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, April 12th, 2019! Today, what to know about the arrest of the WikiLeaks founder, and why a top medical association is pushing back against a new military policy. Plus: the results from the NASA twins study, who else is listening when you talk to Alexa, and get ready for Game of Thrones... 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 to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola. Start your free wedding website at www.Zola.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Assange Arrested: CBS News, AP, BBC, NYT Transgender Troops: AP/Time, PBS National Enquirer for Sale: NYT, CNN, Fox Business NASA Twins Study: Gizmodo, NYT, USA Today Alexa Listening: CNN, Bloomberg Uber IPO: CNBC, TechCrunch Samsung Galaxy Fold: USA Today, CNET Disney+ Update: Variety Game of Thrones: Deadline, Variety Coachella: Billboard, E News, LA Times

Apr 12, 20199 min