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This year, there are new questions and criticisms surrounding highly-influential college rankings lists after it came out that Columbia University submitted inaccurate information to U.S. News and World Report. So, we're getting insight about these lists and the value of college overall from an expert on higher education. Josh Wyner is the founder and executive director of the College Excellence Program at the Aspen Institute, where he leads the nonprofit's higher education reform efforts. This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, October 7, 2022! We'll tell you what the president said about the risk of Russia using nuclear weapons, what a new report found about possible federal charges against the president's son, Hunter, and we'll explain newly-announced pardons for thousands of people convicted of marijuana possession. Plus: the good and bad in new data about teens and vaping, Google unveiled its first smartwatch and new flagship phones, and what's changing in this year's MLB playoffs tonight… Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, October 6, 2022! What to know about President Biden's trip to Florida to survey the damage from Hurricane Ian, and the show of unity between political rivals while he was there. Also: we'll explain the new court ruling about the decade-only DACA program, and what it means for hundreds of thousands of immigrants brought to the U.S. as children. Plus: a settlement for the deadly shooting on a movie set, how Ukraine is trying to host the world's biggest soccer tournament, and the two reasons a SpaceX launch is historic… Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, October 5, 2022! We'll tell you about the announcement today that might drive up gas prices, and what the latest numbers say about today's job market. Also: new accusations and controversy surrounding one of the most closely-watched Senate races in the country. Plus: another surprise turnaround from Elon Musk in his back-and-forth bid to buy Twitter, we're remembering a country music legend, and we'll break down what each different generation values most at work… Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, October 4, 2022 We have an update from Florida as the death toll from Hurricane Ian rises again, and we check-in with Puerto Rico as President Biden surveys the damage. Also: the most high-profile and serious trial stemming from the January 6th Capitol riot begins. What both sides are saying so far. Plus: what a year-long investigation found about abuse within women's professional soccer, why Kim Kardashian was fined $1M+ for one of her Instagram posts, and what to know about the holiest day of the year in Judaism… Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, October 3, 2022 We'll update you on the situation in Florida and along the East Coast after Hurricane Ian hit last week, and we'll tell you which state the storm is threatening today. Also, what to know about one of the deadliest stadium disasters ever, and the latest success for Ukraine on the battlefield. Plus: what the government is doing about so-called 'space junk,' why the NFL may be changing its concussion protocol, and thousands get their brackets ready for a one-of-a-kind competition of 1,000-pound brown bears… Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

In honor of International Coffee Day today, we're taking a deep dive into what the science really says about one of America's favorite drinks! To bust myths and break down the facts, I'm chatting with Drs. Andrea Love and Jessica Steier. They are the hosts of "The Unbiased Science Podcast." We cover whether coffee will actually help us live longer, if caffeine withdrawal is a real thing, whether you need to re-think your decaf drink, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, September 30th, 2022! We'll tell you Hurricane Ian's new expected target today, and what type of aftermath Florida communities are dealing with from this historic storm. Also: the White House scaled back its student loan forgiveness plan while six states sue to try and stop it completely. Plus: how old the longest-living U.S. president will be this weekend, even Twitter is becoming more like TikTok, and the celebrity that just set the type of world record we can all get behind… Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! (PLUS: Listen for today's listener features instead of sponsors in honor of five years of The NewsWorthy and International Podcast Day) Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today.

The news to know for Thursday, September 29th, 2022! We'll tell you about the impact so far from one of the strongest hurricanes to ever hit the state of Florida. Also, the leaks in two major pipelines are now being called an unprecedented climate disaster. We'll explain why. Plus: rapper Coolio passed away, veteran journalist Katie Couric made an announcement about her health, and NBA stars get into pickleball. We'll even tell you about Amazon's newest gadgets and much more news in about 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Morning Meditation for Women. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, September 28th, 2022! What to expect from Hurricane Ian today as Florida is already feeling its impact and bracing for landfall today, all while Cuba is deals with an island-wide blackout. Also: was it Russia? What, or who, damaged two major gas pipelines? Plus: what a new study found about the Covid vaccine and possible changes to menstrual cycles, why Shakira could face prison time, and which Marvel character will make an unexpected comeback… Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp and Rothys Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider