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The news to know for Friday, September 2nd, 2022! What to know about President Biden's rare, primetime speech outlining his concerns for the future of the nation and why top Republican leaders are especially upset about it. Also, new national test results show how the pandemic impacted kids' learning. Plus, what to expect if you're traveling this Labor Day weekend, what's perhaps the biggest, most anticipated change to Twitter in years, and historic ticket prices: it could now cost you an average American's yearly salary to see one of Serena Williams' final matches. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, September 1st, 2022! We'll tell you about the next round of Covid-19 boosters that were authorized, when they're expected to hit the market, and who will be eligible. Also, there's a new plan to tackle teacher shortages around the U.S., and a first-of-its-kind history class coming to dozens of American high schools. Plus, a historic milestone that could pave the way for humans on Mars, another app merger bringing two streaming services together, and what the research says about smiling: how it can help your health, your career, and your friendships. 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 Rothys.com/newsworthy and Thrivecausemetics.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one to get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, August 31st, 2022! We'll tell you about the latest development in the legal battle over classified documents at Mar-a-Lago. Also, an urgent and risky mission for inspectors in Ukraine trying to protect a nuclear power plant. Plus, a potentially record-breaking heatwave building across the American west, how brain surgery could help prevent serious binge eating, and the film festival jam-packed with Oscar hopefuls that kicks off today. 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 Indeed.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, August 30th, 2022! What to know about a water shortage in the deep south and the aftermath of strong storms in the midwest. Also, the world is remembering a hero who lost his life trying to stop a gunman who was opening fire in a grocery store. Plus, a common household product has been sending more kids to the ER, NASA's highly-anticipated moon rocket faces a setback, and why wait until Labor Day? A lot of big sales are happening now. 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 Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, August 29th, 2022! We'll tell you about the Justice Department's rationale for searching former President Trump's home, what team Trump is saying about it, and why American intelligence agencies opened another new investigation. Also, could it be a repeat from two years ago? Officials in central Mississippi are warning people to leave now. Plus, Moderna is suing Pfizer over Covid-19 vaccines, NASA is set to launch its most powerful rocket, and award show surprises will likely keep trending on social media today. 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 Thrivecausemetics.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

When it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic, we're in a much better spot today than we have been in the last couple of years. Still, public health experts want people to be aware of steps they can take now to avoid another surge this winter, especially with flu season right around the corner. Our guest today is epidemiologist and data scientist Dr. Katelyn Jetelina. She has a popular newsletter on Substack, and you may know her on social media as "Your Local Epidemiologist." She works in health policy at Meadows Institute and is a senior scientific advisor for numerous nonprofit and government agencies. She was even recently invited to the White House to share her expertise. Dr. Jetelina is giving us a snapshot of where the pandemic stands right now. We're talking about the updated booster shots on their way and I ask her a more personal question about vaccines for kids. Then, what she's expecting for this year's flu season and she offers us some hope for a future with no COVID-19 at all. ​​​This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, August 26th, 2022! We're talking about a new overhaul at the Pentagon and major flooding that's impacting people across several states. Also, a new, first-of-its-kind ban on gas-powered cars: where it's going into effect and the potential impacts. Plus, a new influence campaign on social media pushing American propaganda, a new plan to bring cell service to 'dead zones', and how you can spoil your pet on this National Dog Day. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, August 25th, 2022! We'll tell you about unprecedented student debt relief for tens of millions of Americans and why the new plan is facing pushback from both sides of the aisle. Also, new gun regulations are now in effect in the U.S. Plus, how much will be paid in damages to Kobe Bryant's widow, where you can buy a Peloton bike for the first time, and what to expect from the new version of MoviePass. 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 Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one to get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, August 24th, 2022! We'll explain why today is the day the U.S. is expected to announce the biggest aid package for Ukraine yet. And we have updates about two police cases that sparked nationwide protests in recent years. In one, the first police officer was convicted. In another, all charges were dropped. Plus, what a new study found about exercise and the likelihood of getting Covid-19, why a former Twitter security official says he couldn't stay silent about what's been going on, and career experts weigh in on the "quiet quitting" trend. 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 Indeed.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, August 23rd, 2022! We'll tell you about former President Trump's lawsuit that could impact what happens to the evidence seized during the FBI's Mar-a-Lago raid. Also, compliments and criticisms for the nation's top infectious disease expert. Plus, what looks like a simple swimming cap could one day be used as a dementia treatment, it seems Instagram is thinking about copying another rival, and a brand new TV show is already making history. 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 Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider