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The news to know for Monday, October 29th, 2018! Today, we're talking about two big hate crimes in the U.S., the people arrested for them and the groups trying to help. Plus: the World Series champions, the weekend's top movie and why lavender was just compared to Valium... 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 today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Friday, October 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about where the FBI thinks some of the bombs and suspicious packages sent in the mail may have come from. Plus: what to know today about e-cigarettes, e-sports and AI art. 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Thursday, October 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the FBI's "highest priority" case, a different way to fight climate change and a new flu treatment. Plus: an Uber Eats secret. 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 all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.' Also, hang out after the news for "Thing to Know Thursday." This week's bonus interview is with Scott Fowler. He's the sports columnist for the Charlotte Observer who has covered every twist and turn of ex-NFL player Rae Carruth's story -- from the wide receiver being drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 1997 to his release from prison this week. For the past year, Fowler conducted dozens of exclusive interviews with the families, friends, lawyers, investigators, and even the killer behind the most notorious crime in Charlotte history. The new podcast Carruth reveals the true story of the crime that shocked the sports world. Fowler has won more than a dozen national awards for his sportswriting and is also the author of eight books. Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Wednesday, October 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Willa and the nor'easter that could follow. Plus: Facebook's new political tool, a new study about organic food and a new kind of Starbucks store. 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about a migrant caravan and opinions about President Trump calling it a 'national emergency.' Plus: another hurricane, teen smoking rates, the World Series and a new Pinocchio 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Monday, October 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the Saudi government's confession and conflicting opinions about who tried to cover it up. Plus: a healthcare system hacked, a free self-driving car service, the World Series and America's largest lottery jackpot 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Friday, October 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the latest in the missing Saudi journalist and the first big federal investigation into church sex abuse. Plus: the team advancing to the World Series, a new 'Uber Works' service and the movie expected to make a 'killing' 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 see sources and story links from all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Thursday, October 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the last word from a missing journalist and Apple's new privacy website. Plus: goodbye Big Bird and hello jackpots... 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. Also, hang out after the news for a short bonus interview with Rachel Botsman. She's an acclaimed author and lecturer at Oxford University who writes and researches about how technology and trust and what this means for our lives. Her TED Talks have been viewed more than 4 million times. Her books include the recently released Who Can You Trust? and before that a ground-breaking book on the rise of the sharing economy. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items

The news to know for Wednesday, October 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the largest country yet to legalize marijuana and the record number of job openings in the U.S. Plus: Uber's valuation, Lyft's subscription service and Facebook's next in-home device. 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Canada's Legal Weed: CBC, NYT, CNBC, NBC News Texas Flooding The Weather Channel / Michael Aftermath The Weather Channel Student Debt Relief: CNN, NYT Cost of College: WSJ Job Openings Record: MarketWatch, U.S. Dept. of Labor Uber's Valuation: WSJ, CNBC Lyft Subscriptions: The Verge Facebook's Next Device: Cheddar, TechCrunch Twitter Error TechCrunch / YouTube Down: CBS News, Twitter Harry Potter Parody Play: The Verge, CNET

The news to know for Tuesday, October 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a new take on the mystery of a missing journalist, a lawsuit against President Trump and the passing of Microsoft's co-founder. Plus: the newest "Palm" device, the NBA season opens and a new royal baby. 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Missing Journalist Latest: Reuters, WSJ Trump Visits Florida, Georgia: AP, NYT Stormy Daniels Case Dismissed: ABC News, FOX News, CNN Microsoft Co-Founder Dies: Business Insider, CNBC, AP MIT's New AI College: TechCrunch Palm is Back: CNET, TIME NBA Opening Week: CBS Sports (full schedule), Sports Illustrated The Conners Series Premiere: THR, USA Today Royal Baby: People, Time, NYT, news.com.au

The news to know for Monday, October 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's trip to Florida to the Mega Millions jackpot. 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Hurricane Michael Aftermath: AP, NYT, CBS News, USA Today Saudi Threats: Reuters, USA Today, AP, CBS News Pastor Returns Home: WSJ, TIME Melania Trump Interview: ABC News, TIME Harvard Case in Court: The Washington Post, AP, NYT Sears Bankruptcy: CNBC, USA Today, WSJ Vape Juice With Viagra?: TIME, The Verge Mega Millions Jackpot: ABC News, MarketWatch Venmo Fee: TechCrunch Weekend Box Office: Variety, Deadline Popular Halloween Candy: Business Insider, CandyStore.com, National Retail Federation

The news to know for Friday, October 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the damage left behind from Hurricane Michael, Kanye West goes to the White House, and Facebook reveals 3D photos. Plus: a royal wedding. 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 (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by Huut bedding, which offers soft and durable Certified Egyptian Cotton and Organic Cotton sheets. Go to Huut.co and use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 25% off. Sources: Hurricane Michael Update: AP (drone footage), The Weather Channel, CNN Kanye West at the White House: Reuters, FOX News, Axios Fake Facebook Accounts: AP, Bloomberg, NYT Astronauts' Emergency Landing: Space.com, AP, USA Today Nobel Peace Prize Donated: The Hill Facebook's 3D Photos: VentureBeat, TechCrunch MLB Playoffs: Bleacher Report World's Longest Flight: CNBC, CNN Royal Wedding: CBS News, E! Online

The news to know for Thursday, October 11th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the power and impact of Hurricane Michael and what the storm is doing now. Plus: all the other things from President Trump's controversial op-ed to new video streaming services. 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. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes' or see the sources below. Also, hang out after the news for a short bonus interview with New York Times best-selling author Chris Guillebeau about the increasing popularity of side hustles. Today's sponsor is The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to claim a 30-day free trial. Sources: Hurricane Michael: AP, The Weather Channel, USA Today, CBS News, Time Chinese Spy: AP, Bloomberg, The Washington Post Stocks Sank: NYT, WSJ, CNBC, AP Trump Op-Ed: USA Today (op-ed), The Washington Post (fact check), FOX News, NPR CVS-Aetna Merger: Reuters, NBC News Virgin Galactic Space Travel: CNBC, Gizmodo, Digital Trends Apple Free TV Service: CNBC, The Verge AT&T Streaming: NBC News, TechCrunch, AT&T Snap Originals: WSJ, Vulture

The news to know for Wednesday, October 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Michael making landfall, a surprise resignation from the Trump administration and Snap's stock hits an all-time low. Plus: the MLB playoffs, Google's new devices and... is it really the Taylor Swift effect? 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 (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by Huut bedding, which offers soft and durable Certified Egyptian Cotton and Organic Cotton sheets. Go to Huut.co and use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 25% off. Sources: Hurricane Michael Hits: The Weather Channel, AP UN Ambassador Resigns: Axios, NYT, AP, FOX News Amazon Wage Controversy: Recode, NYT Snap's Stock: CNBC, Business Insider Millennials Ditch Primary Docs: Fortune, Kaiser Health News MLB Playoffs: MLB, Yahoo Sports Google's New Devices: WSJ, TechCrunch Taylor Swift Effect?: BuzzFeed, USA Today American Music Awards: ET Online, E! News, People (full winners list) Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Rockhall.com (cast your vote), NPR, USA Today

The news to know for Tuesday, October 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Michael headed for Florida, Google's security glitch and the celebrity heading to the White House. Plus: Walmart's original video content and Clueless: The Musical. 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 (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by Huut bedding, which offers soft and durable Certified Egyptian Cotton and Organic Cotton sheets. Go to Huut.co and use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 25% off. Sources: Hurricane Michael Update: The Weather Channel, AP, CNN Saudi Journalist Missing: The Washington Post, CNN, Al Jazeera Swearing In Ceremony: Reuters, WSJ, Time Kanye West to Visit White House: NYT Nobel Economics Prize: NBC News, Business Insider Google+ Security Bug: WSJ, CNBC, TechCrunch, Google Facebook Hoax: Time, USA Today Facebook Portal: The Verge, CNN Business Netflix's New Hub: CNBC, LA Times, AP Walmart + MGM: Variety Clueless the Musical: Deadline, E! News

The news to know for Monday, October 8th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Kavanaugh's next steps, a big U.N. report on climate change and Columbus Day controversy. Plus: a memorable art stunt, Taylor Swift talks politics and the record-breaking box office over the 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 (click 'Episodes') or see sources below: Sources: Kavanaugh Confirmed: NYT, WSJ, USA Today, CBS News, AP Tropical Storm Michael: The Weather Channel, AccuWeather UN Climate Change Report: USA Today, The Washington Post, The Guardian Nobel Peace Prize: CBS News, NYT HPV Vaccine: CNN, TIME Columbus Day Controversy: USA Today, The Hill, AP LaCroix Lawsuit: Business Insider, ABC7 Chicago Banksy Art Self-Destructs: The Washington Post, Time Taylor Swift Politics: Instagram, THR Venom + A Star is Born: Variety

The news to know for Friday, October 5th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a vote about Kavanaugh to 'spy' chips to Uber offering free rides for a reason. 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. Look under the section titled 'Episodes'. Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com to try it for free.

The news to know for Thursday, October 4th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the expected FBI report about the Supreme Court nominee, the "Presidential Alert" test, the first 'exomoon' possibly discovered and the new series from Netflix. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Plus: hang out after the news for the "Thing to Know Thursday" bonus interviews. This week's topic is Facebook's recent data breach. You'll hear from a former FBI special agent who now helps prevent cyber attacks for clients at Nardello & Co., Mark Ray, as well as the CTO at Blitz Metrics and nationally-recognized lecturer on Facebook marketing, Dennis Yu. 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. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes' (or see below for sources). Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com to try it for free. Sources: FBI Report: The Hill, NBC News, FOX News, The Washington Post Melania Trump Trip: BBC, NYT, VOA, FOX News Suspicious Envelopes Update: AP, WSJ Presidential Alert: CNET, CNN Nobel Prize for Chemistry: The Guardian, CBS News First Exomoon?: Engadget, Space.com, The Guardian Delta's Free WiFi: Forbes, Popsugar Uber Scooters: CNET, Mashable / Uber Drivers Pay: Recode Forbes 400: Forbes (see the list) Netflix + "Chronicles of Narnia": Variety, Deadline Read more about today's Thing to Know Thursday interview topic: Facebook Data Breach CNBC, TechCrunch, Bloomberg

The news to know for Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about an investigation into Trump's tax dealings, the new 'skinny' healthcare plans and Amazon's new minimum wage. Plus: the future of travel and the oldest person to ever win a Nobel Prize. 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 to try it for free. Sources: Trump Investigation: NYT, CNBC, ABC News, FOX News, AP Suspicious Envelopes: CNN, AP, TIME 'Skinny' Health Insurance: Consumer Reports, NPR Tropical Storm Rosa Remnants: USA Today, AccuWeather Indonesia Quake, Tsunami Latest: BBC, NYT (how to help) First 'Time's Up' President: Vanity Fair, Deadline Amazon Minimum Wage: AP, Amazon, WSJ NYC to Boston in 36 Minutes: Travel + Leisure Hyperloop "Passenger Capsule": Bloomberg, CNN Microsoft Surface Event: The Verge, TechCrunch, WIRED Nobel Prize in Physics: Reuters, AP

The news to know for Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the new NAFTA deal's name, a net neutrality lawsuit and the new plan from Netflix to let you choose the endings. 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 (click 'Episodes' to find today's date).

The news to know for Monday, October 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about a late-night NAFTA deal, the FBI's involvement in the decision for the Supreme Court and Tesla's latest trouble. Plus: a popular cryptocurrency trend, Serena Williams talked about video and the largest pumpkin 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 (click episodes).

The news to know for Friday, September 28th, 2018! Today, we're talking about what's next for the Supreme Court nominee decision, why the WikiLeaks leader is leaving and weed allowed at the airport. Plus: Google travel and Game of Thrones tourism... 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 (click episodes) or see below: Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Kavanaugh Hearing, Senate Vote: NYT, FOX News, CNN, USA Today, TIME SEC Sues Elon Musk: NBC News, WSJ, TechCrunch WikiLeaks Leader Leaves: The Verge, TechCrunch Baseball Strikeout Record: AP, NYT HBO Drops Boxing: ESPN LAX Pot: AP, Business Insider NY Min Wage: NYT Best Airline WiFi: Bloomberg -Google Travel Help: TechCrunch, Google "Traveling This Holiday Season" Game of Thrones Tourism: Variety, HuffPost

All the news to know for Thursday, September 27th, 2018! Today is a big day. We're talking about what to expect at the highly-anticipated public hearing for the Supreme Court nominee. Plus: a government shutdown likely avoided, Uber's historic payout and Amazon's new "4-star" store. 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 the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. Today we're talking about a growing trend to make sure buildings and work environments are better for employees' health. Studies have shown healthy workers are more productive. Our guest is Rachel Gutter, President of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), a public benefit corporation with a mission to improve human health and well-being through the built environment. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Wednesday, September 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the UN Security Council, Bill Cosby's sentencing, Twitter asking for feedback and M&Ms newest creations. 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 (click episodes) or see below: Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Trump Chairs UN Security Council: USA Today, CNBC Tuesday's UN Speech: NYT, The Washington Post, FOX News, TIME Tech Hearing: WIRED, WSJ Raising Interest Rates: CNBC, MarketWatch, NYT Supreme Court Nominee Latest: USA Today, FOX News, NYT Bill Cosby: Reuters, Variety Sonic Acquired: CNBCMichael Kors Buys Versace: Business Insider Apps + Vote Campaigns: TechCrunch, Mashable Google Changes: The Verge, Mashable Twitter Policy Talk: 9to5 Mac, Twitter (scroll down to bottom for survey) M&Ms Newest Creations: BuzzFeed

The news to know for Tuesday, September 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's speech to the UN General Assembly, what Judge Kavanaugh said in a TV interview and Fortune's list of The Most Powerful Women. Plus: Weight Watchers name-change, Facebook dating and Scrabble words. 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 (click episodes) or see below... Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Trump Addresses UN: PBS (watch live), FOX News, Vox Kavanaugh on Camera: FOX News, AP Rod Rosenstein: AP, USA Today, The Washington Post National Voter Registration Day: Register to Vote Here or Here, Forbes SiriusXM + Pandora: CNBC, WSJ, Digital Trends Weight Watchers Change: Today, CNN, People Facebook Portal: Cheddar, Fortune Facebook Dating: WIRED, TechCrunch Instagram Founders Leave: NYT, TechCrunch Snapchat Shopping: The Verge, TechCrunch, Marketing Land Microsoft Office AI Tools: The Verge, TechCrunch Most Powerful Women: Fortune New Scrabble Words: Reuters, CBS News

The news to know for Monday, September 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's trip to the UN, new accusations against the Supreme Court nominee and the weekend win that shows Tiger Woods is back. Plus: new car subscriptions and TV's premiere week. 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 (click episodes) or see below: Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Trump Visits UN: AP, The Hill, NBC News, WSJ Supreme Court Showdown: NYT, The New Yorker, FOX News, NBC News, Twitter Bill Cosby Sentencing: CNN, NPR, AP Tiger Woods Win: ESPN, Golf Digest, ABC News Audi Subscription Service: The Verge Airbnb Equity: Axios, TechCrunch Premiere Week: THR Weekend Box Office: EW, THR

The news to know for Friday, September 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about the latest in the Supreme Court controversy, the effects of the U.S.-China trade war, the best U.S. airports and the Super Bowl halftime 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 today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60. Sources: Supreme Court Controversy: NYT, FOX News, The Guardian, NBC News Workplace Shootings: Baltimore Sun, CBS News Alibaba on the Trade War: Reuters, CNBC Dow, S&P Set Records: WSJ, CNBC, MarketWatch Strawberry Needles: BBC, CNN International, Business Insider CA Straw Restrictions: LA Times, USA Today Airline Baggage Fees: WSJ, NYT Best Airports: USA Today Amazon Home Devices: Digital Trends, Business Insider, TechCrunch Gmail Privacy: WSJ, CNN, Google Maroon 5 Super Bowl: Variety, Billboard Ashura: The Sun, Express, DailyMail

All the news to know for Thursday, September 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from flooding after Florence and Mark Cuban's apology to Amazon Go stores and "The Kelly Clarkson 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with Nate Mook. He's the Interim Executive Director for World Central Kitchen, the non-profit organization founded by Chef José Andrés to leverage the expertise of chefs and implement smart solutions to hunger and poverty. Mook is helping in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence and helped create and lead the #ChefsForPuertoRico effort in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, which hit Puerto Rico a year ago today. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60. Sources: Florence Updates: AP, Reuters, CNN, WSJ Decision Deadline: WSJ, FOX News, CBS News, PBS Mark Cuban Pays, Apologizes: ESPN, Reuters Scam Calls Increase: The Washington Post, First Orion High-Tech Car Convenience: WSJ Amazon Go Stores: Bloomberg, USA Today Amazon's Scout: CNBC, TechCrunch "The Kelly Clarkson Show": The Tonight Show, People America's Got Talent Winner: America's Got Talent, USA Today

The news to know for Wednesday, September 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the Supreme Court nominee, Tesla's latest troubles, Google's car integration and Sesame Street. 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 today. Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Tuesday, September 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a delayed vote on Capitol Hill surrounding the Supreme Court nominee, Coca-Cola considering cannabis drinks and the marriage proposal that has people talking. 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 today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60. Sources: Kavanaugh, Accuser to Testify: The Washington Post, TIME, NYT, FOX News, ABC News New Tariffs on Chinese Goods: WSJ, CNBC North, South Korea Summit: CNN, AP Florence Update: CNN, The Weather Channel, AP Text Alert Postponed: Reuters Space Tourist Announced: CNBC, CBS News Salesforce CEO + Time Mag: WSJ Coca-Cola Cannabis Drinks: Bloomberg MoviePass Competitor: TechCrunch, WIRED, Variety Julie Chen Leaves 'The Talk': CNN, USA Today, EW Emmy Award Winners, Proposal: THR, EW

The news to know for Monday, September 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the historic rainfall and impact from what is now Tropical Depression Florence as well as an accusation against the Supreme Court nominee. Plus: a private trip to space, the new software update from Apple and the Emmy Awards. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (click episodes) or see below: Sources: Florence Update: CBS News, CNN, AP, AccuWeather Typhoon in Southeast Asia: BBC, NYT Kavanaugh Accused: The Washington Post, USA Today, FOX News Manafort Plea Deal: AP, NBC News 'Presidential Alert' Test: Digital Trends, TechCrunch Space Tourist: Space.com, Tech Insider, WSJ Longest U.S. Flight: CNN, USA Today New iOS12 Available: CNET Emmy Awards: The Atlantic, Variety, LA Times, Mashable Weekend Box Office: Rotten Tomatoes, Variety

Welcome to The NewsWorthy: your fast, fair and fun daily news roundup in about 10 minutes each weekday! Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always 'gets' both sides. She's a veteran broadcast journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources -- brought together in one, convenient place (and with a fun twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday.

All the news to know for Friday, September 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Florence, the VW Beetle and Amazon's CEO gives back. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by FabFitFun. Get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code NEWSWORTHY at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes (or see below). Sources: Hurricane Florence: CNN, AP, USA Today Puerto Rico Death Toll: The Washington Post, The Hill, FOX News NY Primaries: NYT, Vox GM Recall: Reuters, WSJ Bye, Bye VW Bug: USA Today, AutoBlog Bezos Gives Back: CNBC, TechCrunch, Twitter, The Guardian Netflix + IMAX?: THR Fake Reviews: Fortune, TripAdvisor Oldest Handmade Art: National Geographic, NYT

All the news to know for Thursday, September 13th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Florence, an FDA warning to the makers of e-cigarettes and the highlights from Apple's big iPhone reveal... 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 the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with the founder of the Horse Radio Network, Glenn Hebert. He's sharing what it takes to evacuate horses in the Southeast because of Hurricane Florence as well as the storm's impact on "the Olympics" of horse events, the World Equestrian Games. It's a huge event happening right now in North Carolina, and people from around the world came in town for it. Now, they may be in the path of the storm. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes (or see sources below). This episode is brought to you by the Million Pound Mission podcast and Transformation Reboot program. Sources: Hurricane Florence: The Weather Channel, AP, The Washington Post, TechCrunch Primary Season: The Hill CBS Fires '60 Min' Exec: CBS News, NYT, WSJ FDA Warns E-Cig Makers: NYT, WSJ Apple Reveal: TechCrunch, CNET, TIME, WSJ JPMorgan Chase "AdvancingCities": CNBC NASA Sponsorships?: NYT White Castle Meatless Burger: CNBC

All the news to know for Wednesday, September 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking Hurricane Florence, a proposal from the EPA and Apple's reveal of new iPhones. Plus:Tesla's key fob security and Amazon's Christmas trees. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes (or see below): Sources: Apple Event: TechCrunch, The Verge, CNBC, Watch Live, NYT Hurricane Florence: The Weather Channel, AP, CNN, NYT Trump on Hurricane Maria: Bloomberg EPA Proposal: NBC News, NYT Criticizing China: Reuters, NYT Tesla Key Fob: Digital Trends, WIRED Facebook Meme Reader: Mashable, Facebook Amazon Christmas Trees: AP, TechCrunch Best Colleges: U.S. News & World Report

All the news to know for Tuesday, September 11th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a new memorial for victims of the 9/11 attacks and one-million people were told to evacuate because of Hurricane Florence. Plus: what teens say about social media, and the fate of the Subway $5 footlong. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

The news to know for Monday, September 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Florence, the military's artificial intelligence investment, and CBS's CEO stepping down. Plus: the U.S. Open, Miss America and Rosh Hashanah. 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 (click episodes) or see below: Hurricane Florence - Read more: Weather, AP, NBC News CBS CEO Out- Read more: The New Yorker, NYT, CBS Pentagon's AI - Read more: The Verge, CNN U.S. Open - Read more: ESPN, NYT, TIME, People // BBC Sports Ford Recall - Read more: Reuters Elon Musk + Pot - Read more: NPR, YouTube, The Verge Alibaba's Jack Ma- Read more: WSJ, TechCrunch Apple + Shazam- Read more: The Telegraph, Rolling Stone Barbie Movies- Read more: CNBC, MarketWatch Weekend Box Office- Read more: Variety, MarketWatch, Forbes Best Value Colleges- Read more: WSJ Miss America 2.0- Read more: NYT, CNN Rosh Hashanah- Read more: TIME, LA Times

All the news to know for Friday, September 7th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the U.S. Supreme Court nominee, a North Korea spy and the U.S. Open. Plus: Uber's new safety features, Lyft's new rollout in Denver and new words in the dictionary. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by FabFitFun. Get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code NEWSWORTHY at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes or see below... Sources: Kavanaugh Hearings: NBC News, WSJ, NYT, FOX News North Korea Spy Charged: USA Today, BBC, NYT Earthquake in Japan: CNN, AP Historic Day in India: The Guardian, NYT Burt Reynolds Death: THR, LA Times U.S. Open: TV Schedule, NYT, ESPN Hotel Panic Buttons: AP Uber Safety: Recode Lyft's Scooter-Share App: Digital Trends, The Verge Twitter Bans Alex Jones: Twitter, Business Insider No More 'Popular Film': LA Times New Dictionary Words: CBS News, Merriam-Webster

All the news to know for Thursday, September 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from an unprecedented op-ed about the president and a Toyota recall to a controversial commercial and New York Fashion Week. 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with Mike Wright. He's the co-creator of the popular, award-winning podcast, The Fantasy Footballers. He's known equally for his hot takes, his infectious laugh, and making incredibly obscure pop culture references. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. This episode is brought to you by the Million Pound Mission podcast and Transformation Reboot program. Sources: Senior Official vs. Trump: NYT, FOX News, AP Kavanaugh Hearings: The Washington Post, AP Plane Quarantined: CBS News Controversial Commercial: ESPN, AP TSA + 3D: TechCrunch 'Serial' Returns: Variety, Refinery29, Trailer NYFW: NYT, USA Today, E! News, NY Post

All the news to know for Wednesday, September 5th, 2018! Today, big names in tech face tough questions on Capitol Hill and Tropical Storm Gordon takes its toll. Plus: Amazon's $1 trillion milestone, more electric SUVs and ruby slippers return... 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date (or see below)... Big Tech Hearing Read more: NBC News, TechCrunch, CNN Kavanaugh Day 2 Read more: AP, NPR, FOX News Woodward's Book Read more: The Washington Post, CBS News, The Hill New Members of Congress Read more: Ayanna Pressley The Guardian, NYT // John McCain's Successor: AZCentral, ABC News Tropical Storm & Typhoon Read more: Tropical Storm The Weather Channel, AP // Typhoon: BBC Kids & Concussions Read more: JAMA, CNN, ABC News, AP Amazon Hits $1,000,000,000,000 Read more: VentureBeat, WSJ, CNBC, TechCrunch Electric SUVs Read more: WIRED, Business Insider Skype Recording Read more: TechCrunch Ruby Slippers Found Read more: CNN

All the news to know for Tuesday, September 4th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the president's pick for the U.S. Supreme Court and the threat of a hurricane to college tuition and Nike's latest "Just Do It" ad campaign. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

All the news to know for Friday, August 31st, 2018! Today, we're talking about a federal pay freeze and Aretha Franklin's funeral. Plus: e-scooters, Harry Potter and Labor 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by FabFitFun. Get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code NEWSWORTHY at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

All the news to know for Thursday, August 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada, tech controversy with Google and President Trump and two famous farewells. Plus: the longest flight in the world, self-driving cars with 'eyes' and flying taxis... 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with marine biologist and Ocean Collectiv founder, Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, about the trend for cities and businesses to ban plastic straws. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, August 29th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's attack on Google to Rotten Tomatoes movie scores. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

All the news to know for Tuesday, August 28th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from trade deals and student loans to new iPhones and the top song of the summer... 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

The news to know for Monday, August 27th, 2018! Today, we're talking about how Sen. John McCain will be remembered this week and another mass shooting in Florida. Plus: a surgeon shortage, the weekend box office and the Pumpkin Spice Latte returns... 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 (click episodes & find today's date) or see below: RIP John McCain AP, CNN, FOX News, The Washington Post, TIME, WSJ, Axios FL Mass Shooting CBS News, CNN Hurricane Lane AP, USA Today Surgeon Shortage Reuters Tesla Stays Public WSJ, Reuters Ferrari Auction Record Mashable Weekend Box Office MarketWatch, Variety Burning Man Reno Gazette Journal, Newsweek Pumpkin Spice LatteBusiness Insider

All the news to know for Friday, August 24th, 2018! Today, you'll hear what to know about the investigation surrounding President Trump and the latest on Hurricane Lane heading for Hawaii. Plus: artificial intelligence art and Oprah's new line of frozen pizzas. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by FabFitFun. Get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code NEWSWORTHY at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

All the news to know for Thursday, August 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's response to his lawyer's guilty plea, Hurricane Lane hitting Hawaii and Facebook's reputation score... 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 the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with Gloria Feldt about the record number of women running for federal office and Women's Equality Day this Sunday. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the two men who used to work for President Trump who are now convicted of crimes. Plus: the new dating app for colleges and the animal crackers redesign... 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

All the news to know for Tuesday, August 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from Russian hackers' latest target to the best-selling album of all 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.