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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...

A government study found drinking water sources contaminated with PFAS. But how much of these "forever chemicals" are actually in our water, and what can you do if you're concerned about exposure? Dr. Andrea  Love and Dr. Jessica Steier of The Unbiased Science Podcast are here to break it all down. WhatsInProducts.com Learn more about our guests:  https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up fo...

The news to know for Friday, August 11, 2023! We have updates about one of America's deadliest wildfires in decades in one of the country's most beloved tourist destinations.  Also, the Supreme Court put an opioid settlement on hold. What's next for the case involving billions of dollars and thousands of people? Plus, we'll break down new data that shows what's getting more and less expensive. We'...

The news to know for Thursday, August 10, 2023! We're telling you about catastrophic wildfires burning through a historic tourist town in Hawaii. Both Hawaiians and travelers are now desperate to evacuate.  Also, we'll explain the FBI's tense confrontation with a man who threatened to assassinate President Biden. Plus, you'll soon need new documentation to go to Europe; two more streaming services...

The news to know for Wednesday, August 9, 2023! We're talking about the Supreme Court's decision on gun regulations and why that still might not be the final word on the issue. Also, we'll tell you how a rumor caused more congestion on the U.S.-Mexico border and where President Biden created a new national monument. Plus, what to know about a multi-billion-dollar sports-betting deal, a return-to-o...

The news to know for Tuesday, August 8, 2023! We're telling you about severe weather impacting millions of Americans and thousands of travel plans.  And weather caused thousands of teenagers from around the world to evacuate a big, international event. Also, we'll explain the special election in Ohio today that will be closely watched around the country. Plus, a new strike is hoping to shut down t...

The news to know for Monday, August 7, 2023! We're talking about the latest legal fight for former President Trump that centers around what he wrote on social media.  And we'll tell you what Russia and China did near the U.S. that some are calling provocative.  Also, the FDA approved the first pill for postpartum depression. We'll get into its potential benefits and downfalls. Plus, a change to th...

Heat is the top weather-related killer in the U.S. each year, and our heat waves are getting both hotter and longer. I'm chatting with Dr. Ashley Ward , the director of Duke University's  Heat Policy Innovation Hub , about what can be done about it. Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email:  https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become a...

The news to know for Friday, August 4, 2023! We're talking about a historic and controversial moment in the nation's capital: who turned up for former President Trump's latest court hearing and what Trump had to say afterward. Also, the American Academy of Pediatrics is weighing in on transition-related care for minors. And we'll tell you where more extreme heat is headed for the weekend.  Plus, o...

The news to know for Thursday, August 3, 2023! We're telling you about former President Trump's court appearance today and what potentially bogus call had hundreds of Capitol police officers scouring Senate buildings.  Also, the extreme heat continues. One country is now on lockdown because of it, and hot weather is impacting gas prices in the U.S.  Plus, the IRS wants everyone to start filing the...

The news to know for Wednesday, August 2, 2023! We'll break down all the charges in the newest indictment against former President Trump. This one accuses him of a conspiracy to steal the 2020 election. Also, we have the story of one school that may have prevented a tragedy this week. Plus, what's behind fire tornadoes popping up on the west coast, how chatbots from Meta could be different than ot...

The news to know for Tuesday, August 1, 2023! We're talking about what's become the largest wildfire in California so far this year and where other fires are forcing evacuations.  Also, we'll tell you how the Republican candidates rank in popularity and what Hunter Biden's old business partner had to say about the first son's dealings overseas. Plus, what to know about a light bulb ban now in effe...

The news to know for Monday, July 31, 2023! We're telling you about how Russia's war in Ukraine is getting more personal for the Russian people. And where the U.S. has decided to send a multi-million-dollar aid package besides Ukraine. Also, what parts of the U.S. are getting some relief from the heat, and where temperatures are still rising. Plus, one of the largest trucking companies in the U.S....

Ozempic is approved to treat Type 2 diabetes. But because the drug can also lead to weight loss, its popularity has surged.  Dr. Omer Awan explains how the drug works and his biggest concerns about it. Then, celebrity dietician  Kim Shapira shares why she thinks Ozempic can be a "lifeline" for many people and why it's been compared to Botox.  Learn more about our guests:  https://www.theNewsWorthy...

The news to know for Friday, July 28, 2023! We're telling you about new criminal charges against former President Trump and when his trial will begin. Also, the heat continues as more than two-thirds of Americans are under weather-related alerts. Plus, the latest on Bud Light sales in the face of boycotts, an update on the health of one of the biggest names in college basketball, and w hat toy com...

The news to know for Thursday, July 27, 2023! What to know about another interest rate hike that brings the rate to the highest we've seen since 2001. Also, what Sen. McConnell had to say after he froze mid-sentence while talking to reporters, and why there was an unexpected turn-of-events in the Hunter Biden legal case. Plus: what to watch for exactly one year before the next Olympic Games, why s...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 26, 2023! We'll tell you why the federal government might have to change how it handles immigration on the southern border. Also, what to expect today when a former intelligence official and two veterans testify about UFOs? Plus, why there are new sort-of natural hot tubs forming off the coast, how American working women are closing the pay gap, and who just si...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 25th, 2023! We're talking about a controversial law in Israel that could sink the country further into a political crisis. We have reactions from inside Israel and here in the U.S. Also, it's the White House versus Texas. They're going to court over some hardline enforcement at the U.S.-Mexico border. Plus, we'll tell you which Republican presidential candidates...

The news to know for Monday, July 24, 2023! We're talking about more extreme heat across the U.S. and the world. A popular tourist spot is now dealing with what could be the largest evacuation effort for the country because of wildfires. Also, say goodbye to Twitter. The social media platform has a new name. Plus, we'll tell you how a new study says exercising only on the weekends could impact you...

We're talking about the fastest-growing sport in America: pickleball! I'm chatting with someone who has a lot of influence on the game's future – Tom Webb, who is the chief marketing officer for the Association of Pickleball Players . Then, pickleball physical therapist  Dr. Sarah Leong-Lopes joins me to talk about the uptick in injuries as the sport gets more popular, and how to avoid getting hur...

The news to know for Friday, July 21, 2023! We're telling you about a so-called sanctuary city now telling migrants not to come and why thousands of highly-skilled workers in the U.S. are trying to get to Canada. Also, a historic heatwave is now starting to put a strain on America's healthcare system. Plus, a possible breakthrough in the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur, an NFL team sold for a record...

The news to know for Thursday, July 20, 2023! We'll tell you what two whistleblowers had to say about "special treatment" allegedly given to the president's son. Also, we're talking about which state is making controversial changes to the history lessons allowed in schools and why some colleges are doing away with legacy admissions. Plus, which popular fast-food chain is telling employees they're...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 19, 2023! We're telling you about the latest sign former President Trump could be indicted again soon. Also, an American soldier is in North Korean custody, Illinois became the first state to do away with cash bail, and President Biden has a new plan to forgive student loans.  Plus, TikTok debuted Elevate for musicians, the Powerball jackpot hit $1 billion, and...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 18, 2023! We're talking about a key bridge for the Russian military that was attacked for the second time in nine months and the end of a deal between Russia and Ukraine that was billed as a "beacon of hope." Also, we'll tell you which parts of the U.S. are again blanketed in unhealthy air from wildfires while other parts of the U.S. make extreme heat history. Pl...

The news to know for Monday, July 17, 2023! We're telling you about a life-threatening heat wave that's impacting about a third of the country. It's expected to reach new highs this week. Also, the IRS says nearly 1.5 million Americans are owed money from the government, but today is the last day to claim it.  Plus, researchers say they are on track to find the elusive "fountain of youth"; UPS is...