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The news to know for Tuesday, September 12, 2023! We're telling you about another weather disaster overseas. And new numbers are out about the toll of severe weather in the United States. Also, the FDA cleared the next round of Covid-19 vaccines. Find out how the new shots are different this year in more ways than one. Plus, what's being called the biggest monopoly trial of the modern digital era...

The news to know for Monday, September 11, 2023! We're telling you about a devastating earthquake in Morocco and the latest on Hurricane Lee, which is still heading for the U.S. Also, America's leaders are remembering the victims and heroes of the 9/11 terror attacks. Plus, a major court ruling addresses the White House trying to influence social media companies, there are new allegations against...

It seems organized labor is having a moment. ZipRecruiter chief economist Julia Pollak is here to explain why there have been so many walkouts across multiple industries. Then, I speak with Automotive News' executive editor Jamie Butters about the current stalemate in Detroit – and what's at stake for workers and car buyers if yet another strike begins. Learn more about our guests: https://www.the...

The news to know for Friday, September 8, 2023! We're talking about the latest track of Hurricane Lee, now the strongest storm of this hurricane season. Also, foundations representing nearly every American president from the last century did something they've never done before: came together to call for change. Plus, a complex rescue mission is underway to save an American trapped in a cave, Apple...

The news to know for Thursday, September 7, 2023! We're telling you about a summer weather record and a new rule that impacts the largest remaining stretch of untouched wilderness in the U.S. Also, there's an update about a controversial kiss that happened after Spain won the women's World Cup. Plus, it looks like Mexico will have its first woman president, a new move opens the door for more drone...

The news to know for Wednesday, September 6, 2023! We're talking about lawmakers' to-do list as the Senate returns to Capitol Hill and how long they have to make a deal before a government shutdown. Also, a newly-formed tropical storm could be the next major hurricane to hit the U.S. We'll tell you what we know so far. Plus, all United Airlines flights were temporarily grounded, promising new tech...

The news to know for Tuesday, September 5, 2023! We're telling you about Labor Day weekend weather across the country, from extreme heat to flooding rains, and where tens of thousands of people were stranded. Also, what to know about new rules for nursing homes and which drug is now available over-the-counter for the first time starting today. Plus, we're remembering a musical icon and letting you...

Reality TV performers are looking to unionize and there is talk of a class-action lawsuit against NBCUniversal. Our guest today, Kara Alloway from "The Real Housewives of Toronto," isn't directly involved in those efforts – but she is giving us a behind-the-scenes look at what it's really like to be a reality TV star. Learn more about our guests:  https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up fo...

The news to know for Friday, September 1, 2023! We'll tell you what record was broken at the U.S.-Mexico border and what's being done about it. Also, the U.S. could get closer to universal background checks on guns, even without Congress. We'll explain. Plus, everything you need to know about Labor Day weekend travel, why X says it needs to collect a lot more data about its users, and how to see T...

The news to know for Thursday, August 31, 2023! We're telling you about Hurricane Idalia's impact as it pummeled parts of Florida and where it's headed now. Also, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell seemed to freeze mid-news conference again, raising more concerns about his health.  Plus, a new rule could make millions more Americans eligible for overtime pay, there are plans to build a new cit...

The news to know for Wednesday, August 30, 2023! We're telling you about Hurricane Idalia's strength and potential impact on Florida's coast in what the National Weather Service has called an unprecedented event. Also, we'll explain the new rules coming for Medicare that are expected to lower drug prices. Plus, how the FBI helped bring down one of the most destructive cybercriminal tools in histor...

The news to know for Tuesday, August 29, 2023! We're telling you about the latest track and preparations ahead of what could be the first major hurricane of the 2023 Atlantic season. Also, a former White House chief of staff became the first Trump ally to testify in open court. Plus, France is spending hundreds of millions of dollars to destroy wine, the app that helped put podcasts on the map has...

The news to know for Monday, August 28, 2023! We're telling you about a racist shooting rampage in Florida and where the shooter first tried to go before security sent him running. And we have three major weather events to tell you about: a hurricane on the way, tornadoes that already hit, and an update on the record-breaking heat still hovering over parts of the country. Also, a kiss seen around...

It's back-to-school season – not just for kids and school districts – but also for the cyber criminals who target them. The FBI has warned cyber attacks on schools is a growing concern. Expert  Doug Levin from the non-profit K-12 Security Information eXchange explains what's at stake and why schools are valuable and vulnerable targets. Plus, most importantly, he shares actionable advice for how sc...

The news to know for Friday, August 25, 2023! We have updates about former President Trump's trip to jail, his mugshot now circulating online, and the new investigation into the prosecutor behind the latest charges. Plus, we'll tell you about a first-of-its-kind SpaceX launch with astronauts on board, what you need to do today if you're one of the millions of people who could get money in a Facebo...

The news to know for Thursday, August 24, 2023! We're telling you about the key moments from the first GOP presidential debate and the takeaways from former President Trump's counter-programming.  Today is also the day Trump surrenders to authorities in Georgia. Plus, India's first-of-its-kind moon landing, what Hollywood studios offered striking writers, and YouTube may help you find the song you...

The news to know for Wednesday, August 23, 2023! We're telling you about the first presidential debate of the 2024 election season happening today.  And just as California recovers from a tropical storm, Texas is dealing with its own. Also, leaders in those two states are sparring again. Plus, some mask mandates are coming back, airport runway safety is top-of-mind-again, and Messi Mania: we'll te...

The news to know for Tuesday, August 22, 2023! We're telling you about another serious heat wave impacting more than a dozen states. And we have an update about the search efforts on Maui, as well as the president's visit there. Also, a new seat belt law could affect all new cars. We'll explain. Plus, when pregnant women can start getting the new RSV vaccine, what a large new study found about scr...

The news to know for Monday, August 21, 2023! We're telling you about the impact of the first tropical storm to hit southern California in decades and what other natural disaster has forced thousands of people from their homes in Washington. Also, we'll tell you what former President Trump has decided to do instead of showing up at the first Republican presidential debate this week. Plus, which co...

Tens of millions of Americans are preparing to make student loan payments again. We're examining what this means for the U.S. economy with Emerson Sprick from the Bipartisan Policy Center. Then, Meagan McGuire from Student Loan Planner explains what borrowers need to know, and do, to get ready for the end of the pause.  Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up f...

The news to know for Friday, August 18, 2023! We have updates about the major storm heading for California as soon as this weekend. It could be the first tropical storm to make landfall there since the 1930s. And a first-of-its-kind meeting is happening at Camp David. We'll tell you which leaders will be there and why it's considered a big deal. Plus, which arm you get your next vaccine in might m...

The news to know for Thursday, August 17, 2023! We're telling you about a new court ruling that could put the abortion issue back before the Supreme Court this year. And we have more information about why there were no sirens as the Maui fires spread. Plus, a virtual Holocaust museum opened in a popular video game, there's promising data about a recently-added safety feature for NFL players, and p...

The news to know for Wednesday, August 16, 2023! We're telling you about new evidence showing what likely sparked the deadliest U.S. wildfires in a century and what former President Trump is saying he'll soon reveal to exonerate him of criminal charges.  Also, Covid-19 is starting to make a comeback. We'll explain the latest data. Plus, a nationwide shortage is impacting back-to-school season, a f...

The news to know for Tuesday, August 15, 2023! We're breaking down the fourth indictment against former President Trump. This one includes more than a dozen felony charges. Also, it's being called one of the strongest decisions on climate change ever issued by a court. We'll tell you what a judge decided about fossil fuels and constitutional rights. Plus, the final bank is paying up for its potent...

The news to know for Monday, August 14, 2023! We have new information about the catastrophic wildfires in Hawaii that have become the deadliest in modern history.  Also, there are new developments in criminal cases against Hunter Biden and former President Trump. Plus, we'll detail the potential pros and cons of a big new investment in carbon removal technology and explain why Amazon wants to deli...