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The news to know for Monday, July 27, 2026! What to know about two deadly attacks over the weekend, both at crowded public events. And why President Trump has paused strikes against Iran once again. Also, which four states have now been added to the Cyclospora outbreak. Plus, the details of a long-awaited new bridge opening after years of work, where LeBron James has decided to play next, and how...

It may still be summer, but if you're planning to travel for the winter holidays, it may already be time to start looking. Travel expert Katy Nastro from Going joins us to explain where travelers may still find late-summer or early-fall deals, when to book holiday flights, and the smartest moves to make before prices climb even more.   Learn more about our guest(s):  https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/...

The news to know for Friday, July 24, 2026! We'll tell you why the latest attempt to rein in the war with Iran is unlikely to stop the fighting, all while oil prices soar. And the new condition President Trump is putting on a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. Also, why the timing of the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner is especially challenging for the Secret Service. Plus, wh...

The news to know for Thursday, July 23, 2026! We'll tell you about the GOP's sweeping defense bill that would fund the military, set new priorities, change some rules, and even rename a major federal department. Also, where the White House is redirecting hundreds of billions of dollars in research funding. And how an OpenAI model went rogue during a test, hacking another company all on its own. Pl...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 22, 2026! We'll tell you the price tag of the Iran War so far, and how top military leaders defended it at a tense hearing on Capitol Hill. Also, how the White House says Cuba has been influencing Americans for decades. And how hundreds of non-citizens were able to vote in U.S. elections. Plus, a storm outbreak that cut off highways and canceled flights, a hist...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 21, 2026! We'll tell you what to expect from today's primaries in a key swing state. And how the war in the Middle East may have just taken a new turn. Also, why imports from Canada might be getting more expensive. Plus, where flooding, toxic air, and a tropical storm could impact Americans today, how five cups of coffee a day could actually be good for some peop...

The news to know for Monday, July 20, 2026! We'll tell you how at least three American service members died in the Middle East, and how the U.S. Military is responding. Also, why the FBI is no longer investigating assault cases involving ICE agents. And details of the recall that's now impacting half of the U.S. because of the parasite outbreak. Plus, why controversial social media influencers wer...

The World Cup final is here: Spain vs. Argentina. But before the final whistle blows on this year's tournament, longtime soccer writer Leander Schaerlaeckens joins us to look back at the biggest storylines so far, from soccer's growing place in America to the standout players, memorable moments, and complicated controversies. Plus, what to watch in the final, and what this World Cup may mean for t...

The news to know for Friday, July 17, 2026! We're talking about dangerous smoke that's been pushing air quality to extremely unhealthy levels in multiple states. And the food that's now officially been linked to a parasitic outbreak. Also, the U.S. now targeting Iranian infrastructure. And President Trump's warning about foreign interference in American elections. Plus, why Wall Street has been se...

The news to know for Thursday, July 16, 2026! We'll tell you why President Trump overruled that new order for ICE officers that would have paused controversial traffic stops. And how some of Trump's top nominees answered tough questions on Capitol Hill. Also, the Pentagon's latest effort to make American troops stronger — it has to do with testosterone levels. Plus, a new way to spot Alzheimer's r...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 15, 2026! We'll tell you about a major policy shift for immigration officers and how it's linked to two recent killings. Also, where air quality is becoming a concern because of wildfire smoke. And an unfortunate new record as the outbreak of a stomach illness continues around the country. Plus, all about a new push to end the twice-a-year clock change, which s...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 14, 2026! We'll tell you what's changed now that the on-again, off-again war between the U.S. and Iran seems to be officially on again. And another deadly ICE shooting is causing more questions and backlash. Also, health officials have pointed to a possible source of that outbreak causing a stomach illness around the country. Plus, which cities broke all-time hea...

The news to know for Monday, July 13, 2026! We'll tell you about a prominent senator's sudden death, how he's being remembered, and what it means for the upcoming midterms. Also, the new wave of U.S. attacks in Iran. And the next weather threat that could impact most of the country all week. Plus, why some health insurance is getting more expensive, what changed about a long-standing endangered sp...

A great book can be one of the best ways to relax and reset this summer, but with so many options and so little time, it's not always easy to know where to start. Bestselling author, editor, podcaster, bookshop owner and Zibby Media founder Zibby Owens returns to share her updated summer reading recommendations, along with practical advice for fitting more reading into our busy lives. She explains...

The news to know for Friday, July 10, 2026! We're talking about Iran's possible plan to try to assassinate President Trump, as tensions ramp up in the Middle East. Also, growing outrage over the latest shooting at the hands of an ICE agent. And ways to stay safe from a parasite outbreak that seems to be multiplying. Plus, the latest renovation project happening at the White House, new reports abou...

The news to know for Thursday, July 9, 2026! One of the year's most closely watched Senate races just got turned upside down. We'll tell you what's next now that the Democrats' top candidate has dropped out. Also, how a tragedy has now gone viral, raising big questions about how social media can help and hinder death investigations. Plus, expectations for this year's unusual hurricane season, two...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 8, 2026! We'll tell you about the latest strikes between the U.S. and Iran, and how calls are mounting for Graham Platner to drop out of the U.S. Senate race. Also, a stomach illness surging in several states, and steps to help prevent it. Plus, where grocery prices are finally getting cheaper, why philosophy majors are now in high demand, and how the World Cup...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 7, 2026! We'll tell you about the end of the road for Team U.S.A. at the World Cup, and how the decision over one American player is still causing global backlash. Also, what to expect from a highly anticipated NATO summit beginning today. And the extreme weather impacting different parts of the U.S. this morning. Plus, another construction project underway at th...

The news to know for Monday, July 6, 2026! We have a lot for you to catch up on — from the ongoing heat wave around the country, to a surge in immigration arrests, to some major Supreme Court decisions you may have missed. Also, Trump's reported request to review a ref's call — and how the final decision impacts Team USA at tonight's World Cup game. Plus: the biggest Fourth of July celebrations (a...

For the final part of our America250 series, we look ahead to the next 25 years and beyond. Tech expert and futurist Peter Leyden shares his optimistic vision for how artificial intelligence, clean energy, and bioengineering could reshape work, health, the economy, democracy, and everyday life.  We also acknowledge the real questions and risks ahead, while exploring why he believes this could be a...

What will people 250 years from now think when they look back at the 2020s? Our second episode in our three-part America250 series is all about today's world. Well-known history and civics educator Sharon McMahon helps put this moment into context — from the chaos and innovation shaping this era to the role ordinary people can play in shaping what comes next.   Learn more about our guest(s):  http...

As America marks its 250th birthday, we begin our three-part America250 series by looking back at what daily life was really like in 1776. Historian and bestselling author Kenneth C. Davis takes us beyond the familiar Founding Fathers narrative — exploring the lives of farmers, enslaved people, and Native American nations.  Plus, the radical ideals behind the Declaration of Independence, the contr...

The news to know for Tuesday, June 30, 2026! We'll tell you about four more major rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court, impacting mail-in ballots, presidential power, and President Trump himself. Also, what to know about a controversial ICE arrest involving a nun. Plus, where experts say tick bites are on the rise this year, the latest look at the hot weather expected for the upcoming holiday weeke...

The news to know for Monday, June 29, 2026! We'll tell you about the extreme weather impacting a lot of the country — from flooding to wildfires to a major heat wave coming by the Fourth of July holiday, while the heat dome over Europe has become the most severe and widespread in its history. Also, new attacks and threats coming from both the U.S. and Iran — what it means for the fragile ceasefire...

What does it really mean to be a highly sensitive person? It's a temperament trait affecting one in five people, yet sensitivity is sometimes misunderstood, mislabeled, or treated like a weakness. Licensed clinical professional counselor and parent coach Megghan Thompson shares how to recognize this temperament in yourself or someone you love, why it can often be a strength , and what parents need...