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The news to know for Monday, July 25th, 2022! What to know about fast-spreading wildfires and heatwaves: where people are facing the most extreme summer weather. Also, it was the most high-profile trial so far to come out of the January 6th investigation, and it just ended with a guilty verdict.  Plus, what's now considered the world's worst airport for delays, why millions of T-Mobile customers c...

We've watched 8 live hearings now about the January 6th Capitol riot and former President Trump's role. Now, we're getting two perspectives about the impact. Democratic strategist Leslie Marshall is a Fox News contributor and the host of a nationally syndicated radio program, " The Leslie Marshall Show. "  But first, you'll hear from Republican analyst Scott Jennings . He's a CNN contributor and h...

The news to know for Friday, July 22nd, 2022! We'll describe the picture lawmakers painted of President Trump the day the Capitol was being attacked and a new bill making birth control pills a federal right: why it's unlikely to become law. Also, what to know about the first reported case of polio in the U.S. in nearly a decade. Plus, why a beloved type of butterfly is on the brink of extinction,...

The news to know for Thursday, July 21st, 2022! We'll tell you about a brutal heatwave spanning from California to New Hampshire and President Biden's plan to help Americans better cope with extreme weather.  Also, it's the last planned January 6th public hearing, and lawmakers say they're sharing the most compelling evidence yet. Plus, an update about the housing market, what the CEO of Netflix p...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 20th, 2022! We'll explain the latest American intelligence about what Russia is now planning in Ukraine.  Also, a marriage equality debate is happening in Congress, and there are shortfalls in the U.S. military. Plus, how the U.S. government stopped hackers targeting hospitals, why some Apple customers are getting their money back, and where a college course is...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 19th, 2022! We'll tell you how an extreme heatwave is putting life on hold in Europe and why treason investigations have started within Ukraine's government as Russian attacks get more intense.  Also, what to watch for in today's primary elections here in the U.S. Plus, a history-making change for the elite Blue Angels squad, how Snapchat is setting itself up to...

The news to know for Monday, July 18th, 2022! What to know about an armed civilian who stopped a mass shooting and which one of America's most-wanted was captured after nearly a decade on the run. Also, unprecedented heat in Europe and a dust storm that caused a massive pile-up in the U.S. Plus, they'll be like movie ratings for TikTok, the biggest price hike yet for a popular streaming service, a...

The economy seems to be a top concern for most Americans. In a recent poll of registered voters from the New York Times and Siena College, asking what the most important problem facing the nation is, the economy and the rising cost of living topped the list. Just this week, analysts said inflation reached a new four-decade high and the stock market continues to be unstable. What should we do about...

The news to know for Friday, July 15th, 2022! We'll tell you about the latest wave of Covid-19 and its impact on American hospitals. Also, the White House is facing its first lawsuit over new abortion guidance. Plus, a first-of-its-kind three-digit number to call during a mental health crisis, how you can play the hit online game Wordle IRL, and a discovery that uncovered an iconic artist's portra...

The news to know for Thursday, July 14th, 2022! We'll tell you about inflation hitting a new peak and a potential compromise with Russia to deal with world hunger.  Also, the FDA authorized a fourth Covid-19 vaccine option: how it's different from Moderna and Pfizer. Plus, a historic unveiling at the Capitol, the latest company to go down with the crypto crash, and the details of a Netflix subscri...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 13th, 2022! We're talking about what lawmakers are calling "the craziest meeting of the Trump presidency" and the part of President Biden's Mideast trip that's getting some pushback. Also, we'll tell you about an ISIS leader killed and a deal with Mexico. Plus, which busy airport is making it harder to find flights this summer, which TV shows scored the most Em...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 12th, 2022! We'll tell you who interrupted the president during a tense event about gun reform at the White House. Also, how over-the-counter birth control could soon be a reality and a first-of-its-kind image showcasing thousands of galaxies deep in the cosmos. Plus, why it's a good time to be an American in Europe, where you can find some of the best deals on t...

The news to know for Monday, July 11th, 2022! We're talking about the aftermath of the shocking assassination in Japan, including how Shinzo Abe's ambitions may carry on now. Also, one of former President Trump's closest confidants has had a change of heart. He wants to talk to the January 6th committee after all. Plus, thousands of newly-leaked documents detail how Uber used sketchy behavior to g...

You may have heard of Web3. The idea has been around for several years but it's better known now thanks to its link to the blockchain and cryptocurrencies. And yet, not everyone is sure exactly what it is and whether it's the internet of the future or just a dead-end trend.  Today, our guest is here to help break it all down in plain English. Gilad Edelman is a senior writer for WIRED magazine. He...

The news to know for Friday, July 8th, 2022! We'll tell you what we know so far about the former Japanese prime minister getting shot during a speech and why the British prime minister is stepping down. Also, the saga surrounding a high-profile, multi-billion dollar failed startup has ended. Its former executive was found guilty of fraud. Plus, Twitter put out the number of spam accounts it remove...

The news to know for Thursday, July 7th, 2022! We'll tell you about a 4th of July shooting that did not happen thanks to someone now being called a "hero citizen".  Also, another heatwave is bringing triple-digit temperatures to millions of Americans today. Plus, what treatment pharmacists are now allowed to prescribe for Covid-19, what Apple's new "lockdown" mode means, and what new data show abo...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 6th, 2022! We'll tell you some new details about what led up to the shooting at an Illinois parade and the history police had with the suspect. Also, there are new gun rules in certain states where the laws are getting more or less strict. Plus, the biggest American tech companies are facing new regulations in Europe, a historic "first" for the NHL, and a new s...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 5th, 2022! What to know about a shooting at an Independence Day parade and people elsewhere protesting the reason eight police officers opened fire. Also, what a WNBA star wrote to President Biden from inside a Russian prison. Plus, what type of location data Google now says it will automatically delete, what devices replaced fireworks shows in some cities, and w...

What if I told you the trick to mastering time management and regaining control of your busy schedule is figuring out how to be lazy!? Today, I'm excited to welcome The Lazy Genius herself to The NewsWorthy! Kendra Adachi is the New York Times best-selling author of two books: "The Lazy Genius Way" and her newest one: "The Lazy Genius Kitchen." She's also the host of The Lazy Genius podcast. She's...

The news to know for Friday, July 1st, 2022! We'll tell you about a power shift in the executive branch. The Supreme Court gave the Biden administration more authority over immigration and less power to combat climate change.  Also, we'll break down the holiday weekend costs and travel forecast. Plus, the new plan for a fall Covid-19 vaccine campaign, a new way to get internet in moving vehicles,...

The news to know for Thursday, June 30th, 2022! What to know about an American military buildup in Europe, including one permanent commitment for U.S. troops.  Also, big developments in a couple of top court cases: R. Kelly found out how long he'll spend in prison, and the U.S. Supreme Court changed how much power states have over tribal lands. Plus, there's a bad sign for the U.S. economy, a top...

The news to know for Wednesday, June 29th, 2022! We're talking about what could be some of the most damaging testimony so far in the January 6th hearings and what former President Trump has to say about it. Also, a major update in the criminal case stemming from the Flint water scandal. Plus, the first new breastfeeding guidelines in a decade, why you may start noticing more political mail in your...

The news to know for Tuesday, June 28th, 2022! We'll tell you about another high-profile decision that split the Supreme Court. This one was over religion at a public school. And the fallout from last week's ruling over abortion: new lawsuits are now being fought in the states. Also, NATO's latest action in response to the war in Ukraine. Plus, where voters are headed to the polls today, where mil...

The news to know for Monday, June 27th, 2022! We're talking about a major Supreme Court decision and what's happened in the days since the ruling was announced.  Also, the bipartisan gun safety bill is officially law, and the G7 summit is happening now.  Plus, why the Juul ban has been put on hold, what a new report says about Apple devices coming soon, and which sports team went from being the wo...

**We are releasing this episode one day early due to the breaking news** It's official: The U.S. Supreme Court released its ruling Friday that overturns Roe v. Wade, which had guaranteed a woman's right to an abortion for nearly 50 years. Now, it'll be up to the states to decide whether to ban or restrict abortions. We've been expecting this decision ever since a draft opinion was leaked back in M...