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The news to know for Thursday, April 11th, 2019! We're talking about everything from the FBI spying and Brexit to Disney's newest video service. Plus: Walgreens newest health care and a new human species... 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 video streaming services with the "voice in the industry," Dan Rayburn. 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 Care/of. Go to TakeCareOf.com and use code NEWSWORTHY50 for 50% off for your first box. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Just click here to sign up: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: "Spying" on Trump Campaign: AP, NBC News, NYT Trump's Tax Returns: WSJ, NYT, FOX News Possible Cooperation? AP Brexit Decision: NYT, The Guardian, AP Disney+ Announcement: WSJ, THR YouTubeTV: Variety TVision: USA Today, Deadline Walgreens Primary Care: Forbes, CNBC Magic Johnson Resigns: ABC News Amazon Employees Climate Change: CNBC, Engadget Amazon Stores Accept Cash: CNBC, The Verge First Black Hole Pic: The Verge, NYT, Forbes New Human Species: WSJ, Reuters, USA Today

The news to know for Wednesday, April 10th, 2019! We're talking about the spring snow affecting millions today, and what federal officials call one of the largest healthcare fraud schemes ever investigated. Plus: today we might see the first ever picture of a black hole in space, Walmart gets more robots and a 'Thank U, Next' trademark. 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 Hello Fresh. Go to www.hellofresh.com/newsworthy80 for $80 off. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Spring Snow: AccuWeather, Weather Channel, USA Today Barr Testimony: CNN, NYT Facebook/Google Testify: Reuters, Washington Post Brexit Emergency Summit: AP, NBC News, Washington Post Israel Election Results: The Guardian, AP, WSJ, NYT Medicare Scheme: ABC News, NYT AT&T Expands 5G: USA Today, Engadget Black Hole: The Verge, NBC News, USA Today SpaceX Launch: NBC News, Space.com Walmart Robots: CNN "Thank U, Next" Trademark: E! News

The news to know for Tuesday, April 9th, 2019! Today, we're talking about who's in the hot seat and a staff shakeup on Capitol Hill today, and the historic baseball agreement with Cuba just cancelled. Plus: ask Amazon's Alexa about your health care, celebrities plead guilty, and Virginia's big win. 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 to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Staff Shakeup : Vox, AP, NYT William Barr on Capitol Hill: AP, CBS News Cuba Deal Cancelled: Reuters, Washington Post, NBC News More Measles Cases: TIME, ABC News Alexa Health Care: WSJ, CNBC Ikea Speakers: The Verge, TechCrunch Ikea Sustainable: Ikea, Edie.net NCAA Champs: CBS Sports, USA Today Huffman Guilty: CNN, NPR Allison Mack Guilty: Variety Beyonce Netflix Trailer: Rolling Stone, Quartz, YouTube

The news to know for Monday, April 8th, 2019! Today, we're talking about who's leaving the Trump administration (and why), and the changing weather to watch for this week. Plus: NCAA championship games, new tech rules and Beyoncé rumors. 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. Go to Blinkist.com/news to start your free seven day trial. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Kirstjen Nielsen Resigning: CBS News, USA Today, CNN, FOX News, Washington Post 25 Years Rwanda Genocide: PBS, AP, BBC UK's New Tech Rules: CNN, Financial Times, BBC Boeing Groundings: USA Today, CNN, NYT Severe Weather: AccuWeather, Weather Channel NCAA Men's: CBS Sports, USA Today NCAA Women's: NCAA iPhone Scam: NYT, Quartz Netflix vs. AirPlay: The Verge, Gizmodo Beyonce + Netflix: Instagram, AP/Time Beyonce + Adidas: Business Insider, USA Today Weekend Box Office: Variety, Forbes

The news to know for Friday, April 5th, 2019! Today, Boeing's CEO just admitted something for the first time, and what a new study found about a recommended vaccine. Plus: who just became the fourth richest woman in the world, and why Snapchat and Tinder are teaming up. 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: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Boeing's CEO Responds: Reuters, USA Today, Washington Post, AP Auto Tariffs Threat: WSJ, The Hill, USA Today, LA Times Jobs Report: CNBC, Axios Mormon Church Change: AP, NPR, Salt Lake Tribune, CBS News HPV Vaccine Results: BBC, The BMJ Jeff Bezos Divorce: Business Insider, Fortune, CNN Amazon's Global Internet: CNBC, GeekWire Amazon's Earbuds: Bloomberg Snapchat + Tinder: Mashable, The Verge Cat Study: WSJ, Nature Kathie Lee Gifford's Last Day: TODAY ACM Awards: People

The news to know for Thursday, April 4th, 2019! Today, we're getting the first official word about what may have caused the deadly plane crash in Ethiopia, and there are some new concerns about e-cigarettes. Plus: the first 5G, LinkedIn's top companies list, and the latest royal record. 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 historic spring flooding in 2019 with meteorologist Jennifer Watson. 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 Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Just click here to sign up: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Boeing Report:Reuters, CNN Trump's Tax Returns: WSJ, FOX News, NYT Mueller Report Subpoena: NYT, CNN, CNBC Joe Biden Video: The Hill, Washington Post, NBC News E-Cig Seizures?: The Verge, LA Times, FDA LinkedIn's Top Companies: LinkedIn, Inc Verizon Early 5G Release: CNBC, TechRadar, Verizon Facial Recognition Flawed: The Verge, NYT, Medium (full letter) Celebrity Google Voice: Engadget, The Verge Royal Insta Record: ET Online, ABC News, Instagram "Captain Marvel" Billionaire: Gizmodo, Variety

The news to know for Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019! What to know about the expected vote on Capitol Hill, and the dangerous space debris putting some astronauts at risk. Plus: why Walmart and Google are teaming up, more good news for the CBD industry, and the top baby names of 2019 so far... 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 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: Subpoena Vote: Reuters, The Hill, Politico, NPR Border Economics: Reuters, NYT, AP, NBC News, FOX News Brexit Latest: WSJ, AP, The Guardian Dangerous Space Debris: NPR, NYT Chicago's New Mayor: Chicago Tribune, USA Today CBD Regulations: Business Insider, CNN Walmart Voice Shopping: Engadget, TechCrunch Whole Foods Discounts: CNBC, TechCrunch Avengers PreSales: Entertainment Weekly, USA Today Top Baby Names: HuffPost, Nameberry

The news to know for Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's late-night tweets to why it's a historic day in Chicago. Plus: a hotel boycott, the most profitable company in the world, and the fast food restaurant going meatless. 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: Health Care Timeline: USA Today, Politico, Twitter, Reuters Disaster Relief: The Washington Post, AP Joe Biden Accused Again: Politico, The Hill Measles Numbers: NBC News, CNN Chicago's Historic Election: NBC Chicago, NPR NY Plastic Bag Ban: WSJ, CBS News, NYT Celebrities Boycott Hotels: Deadline, CNN, NBC News, The Washington Post Most Profitable Company: WSJ, Bloomberg, CNBC Google+ Shutdown: PC Mag, BBC Happy Bday Gmail: TechCrunch Impossible Whopper: CNET, VegNews

The news to know for Monday, April 1st, 2019! Today, we're talking about Trump's border threat, why former VP Joe Biden is defending himself and why the music industry is mourning. Plus: the history-making Final Four, more CBD in convenience stores, and April Fools' 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 Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump's Border Threat: Washington Post, Politico, The Hill Joe Biden Allegations: NBC News, AP, The Hill Facebook Regulations: Washington Post, Gizmodo, ABC News, Engadget, Facebook Cold Weather: ABC News, Weather Channel Final Four: CBS Sports, ESPN, NYT No Pranks at Microsoft: The Verge, TechCrunch Google's Game: Engadget Walgreens CBD: Delish, USA Today, NBC News RIP Nipsey Hussle: NBC News, Variety Mick Sick: Rolling Stone, Page Six, AP Weekend Box Office: Variety, Forbes

The news to know for Friday, March 29th, 2019! Today, new details about the Mueller report, Facebook under fire again, and the airline that suddenly shut down. Plus: Lyft debuts on Wall Street, and the four sports that could debut at the Olympics. 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 tohttps://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More Mueller Report: WSJ, FOX News, NYT Special Olympics Funding: NYT Wow Air Shuts Down: CNBC, AP Jussie Smollett Fine: Fox News, CNN, AP, Variety Lyft IPO: CNET, CNBC, WSJ Facebook Housing Discrimination: Reuters, AP, WSJ Facebook's Ad Library: TechCrunch, Ad Library Netflix Fastest Growing: PR Newswire, Variety Olympic Breakdancing: BBC, ESPN/AP

The news to know for Thursday, March 28th, 2019! Today, we're talking about Boeing's new plan for its planes, and controversy over government funding for the Special Olympics. Plus: a new crackdown on scam robocalls, MLB's Opening Day, and a Easter-inspired coffee. 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 e-cigarettes with Robin Koval, CEO and President of Truth Initiative and NYT best-selling author. 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 tohttps://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Just click here to sign up: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Boeing Update, Hearing: NYT, AP, CNN, CNBC Special Olympics Cuts?: Politico, ABC News, NYT Brexit Deadline: The Guardian, WSJ, Fox News Facebook Ban: Reuters, Engadget, Facebook, TechCrunch FTC Robocalls: TechCrunch, Engadget, CNET Verizon's Robocalls Tool: CBS News, USA Today MLB Opening Day: CBS Sports, MLB, USA Today Powerball Winner: AP, FOX News Peeps-Flavored Coffee: USA Today, People

The news to know for Wednesday, March 27th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the latest ObamaCare debate and what changes could mean for you. Also: why charges were dropped in the surprise ending of the case against actor Jussie Smollett. Plus: UPS tests out drones, Uber's biggest deal ever, and McDonald's goes high-tech. 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 tohttps://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: ObamaCare Debate: The Hill, AP Mueller Report Latest: Reuters Smollett Charges Dropped: NYT, Variety, NBC News Drugmaker Settlement: WSJ, Reuters, CNBC NYC Congestion Charge: NYT NFL Rule Change: USA Today, CBS Sports, SB Nation UPS + Drones: The Verge Uber Deal: WSJ, CNBC McDonald's Tech Menu: TechCrunch, Engadget, CNBC

The news to know for Tuesday, March 26th, 2019! Today, a follow-up about the Mueller report, what to know about a famous attorney now accused of threatening Nike, and today's the day bump stocks are officially banned. Plus: why the all-female spacewalk was canceled, highlights from Apple's big event this week, and Dr. Dre's deleted post. 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 www.swap.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller Report Follow-Up: WSJ, AP, NBC News Celebrity Attorney Arrested: FOX News, WSJ, VOX Bump Stock Ban: CNN, CNBC, Courier Journal Israel Executive Order: NYT, AP All-Female Spacewalk Canceled: CNET, CNN, NASA Apple Event Details: The Verge, TechRadar, WSJ, Recode, TechCrunch Video Streaming Subscribers: Mashable, MPAA Dr. Dre Post: Variety, NBC News World's Biggest T-Rex: Gizmodo, Fox News

The news to know for Monday, March 25th, 2019! Today, what to know about Special Counsel Robert Mueller's final report. It's finally here. Plus: an avocado recall, Apple's big announcement today, and the highly-anticipated movie that broke records over the weekend. 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 tohttps://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: NYT, Washington Post, AP Cruise Rescue: BBC, CBS News, NYT Avocado Recall: CNN, Company Statement Tyson Recall: USA Today Healthy Food Prescriptions:? TuftsNow, Reuters, Fast Company Apple Event Today: CNET, Gizmodo, Live Stream Gronk Retires: ESPN, USA Today, Instagram Shaq + Papa John's: CNN, ESPN Kids Choice Awards: ENews, Yahoo, Hollywood Reporter Weekend Box Office: Variety, Rolling Stone

The news to know for Friday, March 22nd, 2019! Today, we're talking about everything from more historic flooding on the way to Facebook notifying hundreds of millions of users about a mistake. Plus: the longest-living U.S. president ever, CBD comes to CVS, and two A-list celebrities get personal. 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... Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Spring Flooding: AccuWeather, AP, NOAA, NYT, The Hill NZ Ban; CNN, WSJ Colleges & Free Speech: CBS News, Washington Post, FOX News Longest Living President: CBS News, NBC News Facebook Exposed Passwords: Engadget, Reuters New Ford Factory: CNBC, WSJ CBD at CVS: CNBC, MarketWatch GOT Actress Had Brain Surgeries: The New Yorker, USA Today, People Amy Schumer on Autism: People, Inside Edition, CNN

The news to know for Thursday, March 21st, 2019! Today, we're talking about what happened the day before the first Boeing plane crash, and there's new word from the Fed that affects your bank account. Plus, Google's new AI-powered Doodle, Apple's new AirPods and Woodstock 50. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. Spring is officially here, so we're talking with "Clean Mama" about how to overcome overwhelm and tackle that spring cleaning. 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... Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Just click here to sign up: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: FAA & Boeing Investigation: Seattle Times, AP, Bloomberg Interest Rate: Bloomberg, CNBC, USA Today Brexit Delay: AP, Washington Post Google Fined by EU: CNN, NYT Peloton Sued: WSJ. CNET Most Expensive Cities: The Economist Apple AirPods: The Verge, Apple Google AI Doodle: Engadget Woodstock 50: NBC News Purim: Chabad.org First Bird Fossil with Egg: National Geographic, Fox News

The news to know for Wednesday, March 20th, 2019! Today, we're talking about new details in the special counsel's investigation, devastating weather around the world, and a first-of-its-kind drug for some pregnant women. Plus: Google's new gaming platform, a K-Cup for cocktails, and the first day of spring. 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 below... Today's episode is brought to you Noom. Go to Noom.com/newsworthy to start your trial. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Michael Cohen Investigation: AP, Washington Post, WSJ Mozambique Flooding: NYT, AP, PBS (How to Help) Midwest Flooding: AccuWeather, AP, PBS (How to Help) First Postpartum Depression Drug: NYT Disney + 21st Century Fox: Entertainment Weekly, NBC News, FOX News Levi Strauss IPO: CNBC, NYT MLB Starts Season: CBS Sports Mike Trout Biggest Deal: ESPN Apple Business Chat: TechCrunch Drinkworks Machine: WSJ, MarketWatch Google Gaming: The Verge, Ars Technica Powerball Drawing: CNBC, ABC News Spring + Supermoon: AccuWeather, USA Today, Forbes

The news to know for Tuesday, March 19th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the record-breaking flooding still hitting the Midwest hard, and what will be the strongest supercomputer in America. Plus: what to know about SpaceX, MySpace, and the newest kind of candy... 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 50% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code newsworthy50 Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More Flooding Evacuations: AccuWeather, The Weather Channel, NYT Dutch Tram Attack: NYT, Fox News, AP New Zealand Gun Laws: CNN, Washington Post Whale Full of Plastic: CBS News, NPR Supercomputer Aurora: Business Insider, Intel, Axios SpaceX Mars Rocket: Business Insider, Space.com MySpace Content Gone: Engadget, Gizmodo Facebook's Local News: NBC News/AP, Axios CBD Jelly Beans: MarketWatch, CBS News

The news to know for Monday, March 18th, 2019! Today, several updates about the New Zealand mosque shootings, from the issue facing victims' families to the man being called a hero. Plus: a new study about the Apple Watch, and get ready for March Madness. 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 Hello Fresh. Go to www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy80 for $80 off. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: NZ Shootings Latest: The Washington Post, USA Today, AP, CNN Facebook's Videos: TechCrunch, WSJ Boeing Update: WSJ, NYT, USA Today, NPR Midwest Flooding: AccuWeather, The Weather Channel, AP, CNN Open-Heart Surgery Alternative: NYT Apple Watch Study: The Verge, NBC News, The Guardian Snapchat Games?: The Verge, Cheddar, Engadget March Madness: CBS Sports, AP, Forbes Weekend Box Office: USA Today, Variety April the Giraffe: ABC News

The news to know for Friday, March 15th, 2019! Today, we're talking about deadly shootings at mosques in New Zealand, how Congress made history this week, and why hundreds of thousands of students will be skipping school today. Plus: the reason Facebook went down, Britney on Broadway, and millions of migrating butterflies. 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 Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: New Zealand Shooting: AP, Bloomberg, NBC News, Daily Mail N. Korea Statement: AP, CNBC Congress on Border Emergency: NYT, The Hill, AP Mueller Report Vote: CBS News Beto O'Rourke Announcement: CNN, NYT, CNBC Students Sue: Stanford Daily, LA Times Nobel Peace Prize Nominee: The Guardian, CBS News Tesla SUV Reveal: CNBC, Business Insider, WSJ Facebook Down Cause: USA Today, Engadget, TechCrunch Britney on Broadway: People, CNN Butterflies in SoCal: Travel + Leisure, KTLA St. Patrick's Day: U.S. News, USA Today

The news to know for Thursday, March 14th, 2019! Today, what to know about the Boeing planes taken out of service, and what lawmakers, airlines and the FAA are saying. Plus: a winter storm impacting millions of Americans, Facebook and Instagram go down, and the giraffe that has the world watching... 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. Then hang out after the news for 'Thing to Know Thursday.' We'll hear insights about the Boeing situation from the Director of the USC Aviation Safety and Security Program, who has also worked with the FAA. 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 BetterHelp. Go to www.BetterHelp.com/newsworthy to get a discount and get started today. Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Just click here to sign up: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: U.S. Orders Planes Grounded: WSJ, Reuters, MarketWatch, AP, Washington Post Manafort Sentenced: NYT, NPR Brazil Shooting: Reuters Building Collapse: CBS News Brexit "No Deal"- Washington Post Winter Storm: NBC News, CNBC, The Weather Channel Honda Recall: NBC News, Washington Post, Fox News Chrysler Recall: The Verge, EPA HP Recall: Engadget, CNET Verizon 5G: The Verge, Fox Business Spotify and Apple: Wired, WSJ Facebook Investigation: NYT, CNBC Instagram, Facebook Down: CNN, Check Status Here April the Giraffe: AP, Watch Live/YouTube

The news to know for Wednesday, March 13th, 2019! Today, we're talking about a college entrance scheme involving celebrities, measles outbreaks and more grounded Boeing airplanes. Plus: Hulu and Spotify team up, the world wide web turns 30, and Chipotle wants to Venmo you. 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 below... Today's episode is brought to you by Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Operation Varsity Blues: LA Times, USA Today, AP Measles Outbreaks: The Hill, CNBC, LA Times Boeing Latest: WSJ, USA Today, CNN, CNBC Brexit Latest: CNN, Vox, CNBC NFL Trade: CBS Sports, ESPN, NFL.com Uber Settles Suit: Bloomberg, Reuters, CNET WWW Turns 30: The Verge, USA Today, TechCrunch -->founder's call for fitght against Microsoft's Seeing AI: TechCrunch Spotify + Hulu: CNET, The Verge Chipotle Venmo Giveaway: Business Insider

The news to know for Tuesday, March 12th, 2019! Today, what to know about a record budget request, what the FAA says about the weekend's plane crash and a major blackout in Venezuela. Plus: why Apple says "it's show time," and the trending hashtag that's good for the planet. 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 Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Record Budget Request: WSJ, The Washington Post, Axios DNC in Milwaukee: NPR, The Hill Fox News Controversies: AP, The Washington Post, CNN Plane Crash Latest: NYT, AP Venezuela Latest: CNN, NYT Renewable Energy: WSJ Tesla Prices, Reversal: USA Today, The Verge Uber Kitchens: Bloomberg Twitter's 'twttr': TechCrunch Apple Event: The Verge #Trashtag Challenge: BuzzFeed

The news to know for Monday, March 11th, 2019! Today, we're talking about a plane crash that is now leading to new questions about a Boeing airplane used around the world. Plus: Trump's expected request, Jussie Smollett's latest indictment and the new HBO series stemming from a popular podcast. 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 Blinkist, where you can read or listen to books in just 15 minutes. Go to Blinkist.com/NEWS to start your free 7-day trial. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Ethiopian Airlines Crash: AP, Reuters, NYT, CNN, WSJ Wall Money Request: Reuters, FOX News, WSJ Warren on Tech: Medium, The Verge, FOX News, Politico EU Travel Registration: Axios, Washington Post College Athletes Pay: NYT, Vox Women Soccer Team Sues: NYT, Reuters, FOX Business, WSJ Jussie Smollett - NBC News, Vox, AP, Fox News HBO + 'Serial': HBO.com, CNN Weekend Box Office: Variety J. Lo + A. Rod Engaged: People, CNN, Instagram

The news to know for Friday, March 8th, 2019! Today, the latest from Alabama as President Trump tours the tornado damage, and why his former lawyer is now suing... Plus: what to know about cashless stores, Rent the Runway's newest partnership, and daylight saving time. 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 BetterHelp. Go to www.BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and use the discount code NEWSWORTHY. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: President Visits Alabama: CNN, AP, The Weather Channel, How to Help, AccuWeather Manafort Sentencing: The Hill, ABC News, CNN Cohen Sues Trump Org: WSJ, AP Huawei Lawsuit: NPR, Reuters, NYT Cashless Stores Ban: WSJ, The Hill, Forbes Airbnb Buys HotelTonight: BuzzFeed News, TechCrunch Rent the Runway Home Decor: CNBC, Business Insider Daylight Saving Time: NBC News, USA Today International Women's Day: USA Today, IWD All Women Spacewalk: CNN, Gizmodo

Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider The news to know for Thursday, March 7th, 2019! Today, we're talking about everything from an alleged military assault to how Facebook plans to change its future. Plus: what to know about a famous game show host, and how Google will book your next dinner reservation. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then hang out after the news for 'Thing to Know Thursday.' This week's bonus interview is with Katie Martell about the good and bad of companies using International Women's Day (this Friday) to get your attention, and why sometimes, it ends up in the news. 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 and sources in today's episode. Just click "Episodes" or see sources below... Sources: Homeland Security Testimony: USA Today, CNN Watchdog Report: TechCrunch Air Force Assault: The Hill, ABC News, NYT Facebook's Future: The Verge, NYT, WSJ, TechCrunch, Facebook Backlash: The Verge, CNBC Fastest Growing Jobs: CNBC Amazon Health Care: Bloomberg, CNBC Amazon Pop Up Stores: WSJ Alexa Song ID: TechCrunch Google Duplex: Engadget, CNBC Kelly in Jail: CNN, Page Six, TMZ Jeopardy's Alex Trebek: Jeopardy/Twitter, USA Today, Variety Mad About Your Revival: Deadline

The news to know for Wednesday, March 6th, 2019! Today, we're talking about R. Kelly's first (and emotional) interview since he was charged with sexual abuse last month, and a new record at the U.S.-Mexico border. Plus: what to know about the measles vaccines, the first depression treatment to get FDA approval in decades, and a famous movie director's new mission. 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 below... Sources: R. Kelly Interview: CBS News, Time Migrant Families Arrested: WSJ, NYT, NBC News North Korea Launch Site: NBC News, WSJ London Explosives: BBC, CNN Preventing Veteran Suicides: FOX News, CNN US Budget Deficit: Business Insider, AP Credit Card Debt: Bloomberg Vaccines Study: USA Today, NPR, NBC News Depression Treatment: CBS News, NYT, TechCrunch Spielberg vs. Netflix: AP, The Hollywood Reporter Forbes Billionaire List: Forbes, CBS News Ash Wednesday: USA Today, The Washington Post

The news to know for Tuesday, March 5th, 2019! We're talking trade deals, the second HIV patient ever cured and the death of TV star, Luke Perry. Plus: Mardi Gras, Google's unexpected findings, and a chance to fly free for a year. 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... Sources: Dems Investigation Update: NYT, The Hill China Trade Talks: Reuters, WSJ Trump on North Korea: AP HIV Cure?: Reuters, CNN, TIME Luke Perry Dies: Variety, USA Today Mardi Gras: AP, NPR Google Underpays Men: Quartz, NYT Tesla's SUV: Axios, CNET Southwest Hawaii Flights: Fortune, USA Today Fly For Free: TechSpot, TheVerge, Jet Blue Details

The news to know for Monday, March 4th, 2019! Today, what to know about a major documents request to investigate the president, and the severe weather affecting much of the U.S. Plus: Space-X makes history and cameras are on your airplane seat. 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 Noom. Go to Noom.com/newsworthy to start your trial. Sources: Blocking Border Emergency: The Hill, Vox Documents Request: FOX News, ABC News Free Speech Executive Order: NYT, USA Today Joint Military Exercises: NBC News, The Hill Selma Anniversary: AP , ABC News, History.com Stephon Clark Ruling: CBS News, NPR Winter Storm: The Weather Channel, ABC News, AccuWeather Deadly Tornado: The Weather Channel, CNN Space Station Test: NYT, Bloomberg, CNN Lyft IPO: Bloomberg, Business Insider Cameras on Airplanes: USA Today, CNN Yelp Supporting Women: Fortune, INC.com Women in Sports: CNN, The Guardian Leaving Neverland Lawsuit: Vox, Variety, THR Weekend Box Office: EW, THR

The news to know for Friday, March 1st, 2019! Today, what to know about the praise and pushback President Trump is facing today, the history-making corruption charges overseas, and Facebook's plans for its own digital currency. Plus: Martha Stewart partners with a cannabis company and a new book from Dr. Seuss. 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. 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 Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Sources: Vietnam Summit Reaction: The Hill, CBS News, Bloomberg, AP, BBC Cohen Follow-Up: WSJ, Politico, Time Israel PM Indicted: AP, CBS News, PBS Facebook Cryptocurrency?: Bloomberg, NYT, Business Insider Wireless Baby Sensors: AP, MIT Technology Review, Science Martha Stewart + Pot: Fox Business Gap & Old Navy Split: CNN Amazon Day: TechCrunch MLB Contract: CBS Sports, ESPN Lady Gaga: People, Jimmy Kimmel Dr. Seuss Book: USA Today

The news to know for Thursday, February 28th, 2019! Today, we're talking results from the two-day summit with North Korea's leader, and what two countries are on the brink of war. Plus: Chicago makes history, a teen video app in trouble and A Star is Born makes a comeback in theaters... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. Today, we're talking all about drones, from airport dangers to Amazon deliveries. Arthur Holland Michel is a founder and co-director of the Center for the Study of the Drone, a research institute at Bard College in New York State. 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 50% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code NEWSWORTHY50. Sources: Vietnam Summit: AP, FOX News, The Hill Cohen Testimony: CNN, AP, C-Span India-Pakistan Conflict: Reuters, BBC Chicago Mayor: USA Today, Chicago Tribune Oregon Rent Control: NYT, NPR TikTok Trouble: TechCrunch Tesla CEO Trouble: Forbes, FOX Business Tesla Rival: The Verge, CNBC A Star is Born Comeback: ET

The news to know for Wednesday, February 27th, 2019! Today, what to watch for as President Trump meets with North Korea's leader for the second time, and all eyes on Capitol Hill as Trump's former lawyer testifies in public. Plus: a new tech task force, Walmart's controversy and a 13-year-old making soccer history. 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. 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 Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Sources: Trump-Kim Summit 2.0: CNN, NYT, Reuters Cohen Testifies: Vox, The Washington Post, AP, Time/Bloomberg Migrants Sexually Assaulted: USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, Axios Fed Chair Warning: CNBC, Washington Post FTC Task Force: The Verge FTC Lawsuit: TechCrunch Fiat Chrysler Jobs: WSJ, AP Walmart Controversy: Business Insider, NPR Most In-Demand Jobs: Yahoo Finance Teenage Soccer Star: NYT, Bleacher Report Today Show Co-Host: Today, People Janet Jackson in Vegas: Variety

The news to know for Tuesday, February 26th, 2019! Today, what to watch for in Washington, D.C., and a big-deal (but secret) guilty verdict is finally revealed. Plus: why Microsoft is defending itself, Alexa in hospital rooms and the Grand Canyon's celebration today. 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. 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 DROPPS convenient, plastic-free and eco-friendly detergents delivered to your door. Get 30% OFF your first order at www.Dropps.com/NewsWorthy and enter the code "NEWSWORTHY" Sources: Nat'l Emergency Vote: NBC News, Vox, The Hill 4th of July Event: USA Today, NYT Pell Guilty: BBC, NYT New Sanctions: AP, ABC News Millennials & Debt: Business Insider, Bloomberg Microsoft's Military Contract: CNN, CNET Microsoft's HoloLens2: Engadget, The Verge Alexa in Hospitals: TechCrunch World's Healthiest Country: Bloomberg Grand Canyon 100th Bday: CNN, NPS.gov

The news to know for Monday, February 25th, 2019! Today, we're talking about preps for a second summit between President Trump and North Korea's leader. Also, the most successful NFL owner of the season is now facing criminal charges. Plus: highlights from the Oscars and a mystery box of tech... 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. 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 Hello Fresh. Go to www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 for $60 off. Sources: Second Summit Preps: AP, The Washington Post, Reuters, FOX News, USA Today Trade Talks: WSJ, CNBC, ABC News All-Male Military Draft: The Hill, USA Today, FOX News Patriots Owner Charged: AP, NYT Kelly in Jail: NBC News, CNN, FOX News, AP Winter Storm: The Weather Channel, NBC News, AccuWeather, CBS News Virgin Galactic History: The Verge, Reuters, Engadget Academy Awards: CNN, Variety, Brit+Co, THR (Complete Winners List) Smollett Latest: USA Today, Deadline More Foldable Phones: TechRadar, CNET, The Verge Verizon's Mystery Box: The Verge, Mashable

The news to know for Friday, February 22nd, 2019! Today, we're talking about a midterm election do-over and what to know now about actor Jussie Smollett's criminal case. Plus: YouTube's 'predator problem,' Apple's new credit card and what's in store at this year's Oscars. 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. 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 Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Sources: Dems vs. Nat'l Emergency: The Hill, AP NC New Election: ABC News, NYT Roger Stone Instagram Post: PBS, FOX News, NBC News Jussie Smollett Latest : AP,, Deadline, Variety Sin City Snow: Weather Channel, CNN, LA Times Apple Credit Card: 9to5Mac, WSJ YouTube Problem: CNBC, Time, WIRED, CNET Amazon Computer Classes: TechCrunch Worlds Biggest Bee: Gizmodo, BBC Academy Awards: THR, Reuters, ABC News, GMA, Variety

The news to know for Thursday, February 21st, 2019! Today, we're talking about the first-of-its-kind meeting at the Vatican today, a Coast Guard Lieutenant turned terror suspect, and an update in the case of actor Jussie Smollett. Plus: the fastest-growing high-paying job and a Game of Thrones good cause. 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. Then hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. This week's guest, Erin Gargan King, is taking us behind-the-scenes of planning and running social media for one of the world's largest entertainment events: The Academy Awards. Visit www.theNewsWorthy.com to see story sources and links in the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Sources: Vatican Child Abuse Meeting: ABC News, BBC,, CNN Coast Guard Terror Plot: NYT, AP Hate Groups Report: CBS News, SPLC Escaping ISIS: Washington Post, The Guardian, NYT Supreme Court Unanimous: The Washington Post, WSJ Winter Storm: CNN, CBS News, AccuWeather Pinterest Blocks Vaccination Searches:WSJ, CNBC Samsung Galaxy Fold: Engadget, The Verge, WSJ Fastest-Growing Job: Nike Self-Tying Shoe: Quartz, CNET, THE Verge Southwest Problems: CNBC, CNN Jussie Smollett Suspect: NBC News, Variety Game of Thrones, HBO Blood Drive: CNN, Gizmodo

The news to know for Wednesday, February 20th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why the federal government wants billions of dollars back from California and why the FDA is warning people about a new kind of procedure. Plus: Samsung's big launch event today, the biggest contract in baseball and Ariana Grande ties with the Beatles. 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 below... Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com or download the app to try it for free. Sources: Trump vs. California: AP, LA Times Trump Investigations: NYT, NBC News Deputy AG Nominee: The Hill Bernie Sanders 2020: NBC News, CNN, BusinessInsider RBG is Back: AP, The Hill West Virginia Teacher Strike: ABCABC News, Time FDA Bans 'Young Blood' Treatments: TechCrunch, NBC News Samsung S10 Launch: The Verge, Forbes, CNET Biggest Baseball Contract Signed: ESPN USA Gymnastics New President: NPR, WaPo, Time/AP Michael Jackson Movie Trailer: ENews, Fortune Ariana Grande's Record: Billboard

The news to know for Tuesday, February 19th, 2019! Today, we're talking about possible election fraud, an incoming winter storm and why more than a dozen states are suing the president. Plus: Amazon's new plan to go green, and NASA's new research to find life beyond Earth. 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. 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 Fab Fit Fun. Use code NEWS for $10 off your first box. #fabfitfunpartner Sources: States Sue Trump: CBS News, The Hill, NBC News Trump on Venezuela: CNN, AP, WaPo North Carolina Election Fraud: NYT, VOX, AP Winter Storm Hits: AccuWeather, The Weather Channel, USA Today Uber Sues NYC: CNN, The Verge Amazon's Carbon Footprint: TechCrunch, Amazon, Greenpeace Airline Gender Choices: MarketWatch, NBC News Jussie Smollett Case: Variety, CNN Holiday Weekend Box Office: Variety New NASA Research: Fox News, NASA Snow Moon: Time, Quartz, USA Today

The news to know for Monday, February 18th, 2019! Today, we're talking about next steps now that President Trump declared a 'national emergency' at the southern border, what the U.S. Supreme Court decided about the 2020 Census and what to know about the shooting in Illinois. Plus: a surprise settlement, foldable phones and when to see the 'Snow Moon.' 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. 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 Noom. Go to Noom.com/newsworthy to start your trial. Sources: Trump National Emergency: The Hill, FOX News, NYT, NBC News, USA Today Heather Nauert: AP, The Washington Post Aurora Shooting: CBS News, WP, Fox News Cardinal Defrocked: FOX News, CNN, BBC Census Question: The Washington Post, NYT, VOX Colin Kaepernick and NFL Settle: ESPN, CNN NBA All-Star Weekend: Sporting News, CBS Sports TCL Foldable Devices: CNET, Engadget Snow Moon: Time, Quartz, USA Today Presidents Day: History.com, Time,The Verge, USA Today

The news to know for Friday, February 15th, 2019! Today, what to know about the President declaring a national emergency at the border. Plus: why Amazon canceled plans for its NYC HQ2, JP Morgan launches its own cryptocurrency and baseball's "walking miracle." 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. Thanks to today's sponsor: Zola. To start your free wedding website and also get $50 toward your personalized wedding registry on Zola, go to www.Zola.com/NEWSWORTHY. You can also go to www.theNewsWorthy.com to see story sources and links in the section titled 'Episodes' or see below: Sources: Budget Deal & National Emergency: AP, NBC News, CNN, CBS News New Attorney General: NYT, NBC News, WP McCabe Interview: CBS News, The Hill CA Mudslides: SF Gate/AP, Accuweather Amazon Cancels NY HQ2: Reuters, WSJ, Amazon GE Cancels Boston HQ: Boston Globe JP Morgan Cryptocurrency: NYT, CNN Payless Closes: Reuters, Bloomberg Holiday Sales Down: CNBC, MarketWatch Biggest Plane Retires:TIME, Bloomberg MLB's "Walking Miracle": GMA Breaking Bad Movie: THR Nickelodeon Revivals: E! News, Variety

The news to know for Thursday, February 14th, 2019! Today, what to know about everything from the border deal to an Iranian spy to a famous space mission. Plus: an Instagram bug, two anticipated sequels and a million dollar mansion selling for $19. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then hang out after the news as we talk about 2019 dating and marriage trends on this Valentine's Day. Today's guest is a dating coach who starred in two A+E Networks TV series and is a contributor for CNN Headline News, BET.com, The Washington Post, Match, and more. Damona Hoffman also hosts the weekly podcast, Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman. 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 BetterHelp. You deserve to be happy. Connect with a professional counselor in a safe, private and affordable online environment. Go to www.BetterHelp.com/newsworthy to get a discount and get started today. Sources: Border Deal Latest: WSJ, The Hill, AP Iran Spy: CBS News, CNN Ryan Adams Accused: NYT, EW One Year Since Parkland: NPR, Time/AP Ex-Astronaut for Senate: Time, Yahoo/AP Mars Rover Dead: Space.com, CNET Ford Recalls: Reuters, NBC News Google Data Center: CNBC, TechCrunch Instagram Bug: Twitter, TechCrunch, Business Insider Frozen 2: People Coming to America 2: Variety Canadian Home for $19: Business Insider Valentine's Day: Bloomberg, USA Today (deals), USA Today

The news to know for Wednesday, February 13th, 2019! Today, what to know about Mexico's most notorious drug lord's three-month trial in the U.S., a winter storm affecting millions and the countdown to another government shutdown. Plus: artificial intelligence, rumors about Apple's newest products and which dog won 'Best in Show.' 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 below... Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com or download the app to try it for free. Sources: El Chapo Guilty: AP, NBC News Winter Storm: The Weather Channel, USA Today, CNN Budget Deal Response: WSJ, The Hill, NBC News, AP IRS Slowdown: USA Today, Taxpayer Advocate Service Auto Loan Payments: The Washington Post, The Hill, Federal Reserve Bank of NY U.S. Jobs Report: CBS News, Reuters Gates Annual Letter: GatesNotes, Business Insider, ThriveGlobal AI in America: The Verge, Forbes Whole Foods Prices: WSJ, Vox Apple Rumors: Gizmodo, BuzzFeed Best in Show: Sporting News, People, Twitter

The news to know for Tuesday, February 12th, 2019! Today, new details about a possible deal to prevent another government shutdown. Plus: what your tax refund may look like this year, Toys 'R' Us may return with a new name and LinkedIn's newest feature... 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. 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 DROPPS convenient, plastic-free and eco-friendly detergents delivered to your door. Get 30% OFF your first order at www.Dropps.com/NewsWorthy and enter the code "NEWSWORTHY" Sources: Spending Deal?: Washington Post, WSJ, The Hill Ilhan Omar Controversy: NYT, WSJ Virginia Scandal: WP, AP News, The Sandford Daily Denver Teacher Strike: USA Today, VOX Teen Tobacco Use: CNBC, Axios, Fortune Tax Refunds: CNN, IRS, USA Today, CNBC Toys 'R' Us Returns: Quartz, PRNewsWire, CBS News Amazon + Eero: CNBC, The Verge Linkedin Live: TechCrunch Sustainable Companies: Barron's, MarketWatch Westminster Dog Show: Newsweek, CBS New York

The news to know for Monday, February 11th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the two politicians holding battling rallies at the border today, and an update about Amazon's CEO claiming he was blackmailed. Plus, a rare snowstorm, a new football league and the highlights from the Grammys. 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. 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 Blinkist, where you can read or listen to books in just 15 minutes. Go to Blinkist.com/NEWS to start your free 7-day trial. Sources: Trump at Border: USA Today, The Washington Post, NBC News Louisiana Abortion Law: NYT, Time/AP Amazon Blackmail Investigation: AP, NYT, Business Insider Pacific NW Snowstorm: CBS News, Weather Channel, AccuWeather Sunscreen Ban: CNN, Miami Herald AAF Begins: USA Today, Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports Lindsey Vonn's Last Race: CNN, ESPN/AP Amazon Live: Digital Trends Facebook + AI: Bloomberg, Forbes Grammys: CNN, Variety, People (complete winners list), NYT Weekend Box Office: Variety

The news to know for Friday, February 8th, 2019! Today, what to know about the heated testimony expected at the Capitol today, and the latest about the Green New Deal. Plus, Ford's big investment, who allegedly blackmailed Amazon's CEO and why scientists are altering DNA. 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. 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 BetterHelp. You deserve to be happy. Connect with a professional counselor in a safe, private and affordable online environment. Go to www.BetterHelp.com/newsworthy to get a discount and get started today. Sources: Whitaker Testifies: The Hill, Vox, CBS News, WSJ Green New Deal: ABC News, Reuters, FOX News More Cold Weather: AccuWeather, USA Today Ford Investment: NBC News Bank Merger: BusinessInsider, CNN Editing Genes?: Washington Post Facebook Data Collection: NYT, CNN Amazon Self-Driving Car WIRED, CNBC Woody Allen Sues Amazon: Variety, TechCrunch Amazon Blackmail: WSJ Gucci Blackface Sweater: AP News Adidas Criticism: Quartz Grammys Sunday: VOX

The news to know for Thursday, February 7th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the accusations against the top three government officials in Virginia, and why top food delivery companies are now apologizing. Plus: Spotify bets big on podcasts, and a rumor that a new smartphone may charge your wireless headphones... 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. Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. This week, you'll hear from the 2018 Grammy Music Educator Award winner Melissa Salguero. She's also a finalist for the Global Teacher Prize of $1 million. She's sharing her story and discussing the importance of music in schools. Go to www.theNewsWorthy.com to see story sources and links in the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast Everyday Einstein. Sources: Russia Investigation AP News, Washington Post Michael Cohen Testimony: ABC News Virginia's Political Chaos: NYT, NBC News, AP News, WSJ Trump World Bank: NPR, NYT Climate Change Report: NBC News, The Guardian, NYT Tipping Controversy: Recode Spotify Buys Podcast Companies: TechCrunch, WSJ, Reuters Samsung Rumors: The Verge Ariana Grande & Grammys: Variety, Billboard

The news to know for Wednesday, February 6th, 2019! Today, what to know about last night's State of the Union address and a measles outbreak spreading to more states. Plus: T-Mobile's promise, a crypto conundrum and Facebook's newest feature with a time limit. 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 below... Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com or download the app to try it for free. Sources: State of the Union Recap: CBS News, WSJ (full text), The Hill, AP Fact Check Pope Talks Sexual Abuse: AP News, Washington Post, NBC News Measles Outbreak: CNN, NBC News, WHO T-Mobile's Promise: Reuters, USA Today Charlotte Russe Chapter 11: WSJ Amazon's Retail: Business Insider Crypto Conundrum: CNBC, MarketWatch Password Checkup: VentureBeat Fortnite Virtual Concert: WIRED, Business Insider Facebook Unsend: TechCrunch Oscars No Host: BuzzFeed News

The news to know for Tuesday, February 5th, 2019! Today, what to expect from President Trump's State of the Union address, and how Pope Francis made history this week. Plus: we're talking electric cars, pictures on Flickr and how Domino's is using artificial intelligence. 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. 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 podcast Everyday Einstein. Sources: State of the Union: USA Today, Vox Inaugural Committee Subpoenaed: ABC News, WSJ, The Washington Post Interior Secretary: NYT, The Hill Pope's Trip: NBC News, ABC News, NYT Chinese New Year: Newsweek, BBC, CNN, The Guardian GM Jobs Cuts: CNBC, Reuters Cheap Electric Cars: Bloomberg, Quartz, FOX News Super Bowl Audience: Reuters, Bloomberg 21 Savage Arrest: USA Today, CNN Slack's IPO: Business Insider, TechCrunch Flickr Forewarning: USA Today, Gizmodo Domino's AI App: CNBC, Thrillist Oprah in Times Square: Oprah.com, Deadline

The news to know for Monday, February 4th, 2019! Today, the most-talked about things to know from the Super Bowl and why the game made history. Also, why Democrats demand a governor from their own party step down, and a new report about the economy. Plus: what it takes to get Beyoncé concert tickets for life, a sort-of sequel to the Groundhog Day movie and a Disney first. 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. 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 Audible - get a free audiobook and 30-day trial. Go to www.audibletrial.com/theNewsWorthy to get started. Sources: Super Bowl Recap: CBS Sports, NFL/YouTube, CNBC, TechCrunch, Variety, People, The Washington Post, Reuters CBS Trump Interview: CBS News, USA Today, Reuters INF Treaty Suspended: CNN, FOX News, CNBC, NYT Virginia Gov. Controversy: AP, USA Today U.S. Economy: The Washington Post, NYT Foxconn Flip 2.0: NYT, FOX Business Facebook Turns 15: Business Insider, FOX Business Groundhog Day: NBC News, CNN VR Video Game: Variety, EW Weekend Box Office: THR, Variety Beyoncé Giveaway: ET, Health.com, Instagram, Sign Up Here Disney PRIDE: NBC News

The news to know for Friday, February 1st, 2019! Today, what to know about the Super Bowl this Sunday, from the controversies to the commercials. Plus: what's happening as we near another government shutdown and what new thing you might see in the Uber 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. 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 Social Media Marketing World. Sources: Super Bowl: CBS Sports , USA Today, CNBC, ET Online, Boston.com Warm-up on the Way: AP, The Weather Channel, Accuweather WSJ, NYT Border Negotiations: WaPo. USA Today, Time/AP, NBC News Senate Rebuke: CBS News, FOX News Trade Talks: NYT, Reuters Infants' Ibuprofen Recalls: NBC News, Newsweek Chicken Nuggets Recalls: TIME, USA Today Juul's $1B in Sales: Reuters Uber Transportation : The Verge Ariana Grande Tattoo: CNN Black Panther Free Showings: Mashable