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The news to know for Monday, August 22nd, 2022! What to know nearly six months into Russia's Ukrainian invasion and what new help Ukraine is getting from the U.S. Also, heavy rains flooded popular national parks in the U.S. We'll tell you where the flood risk is headed next and how a once-powerful Republican is hoping to influence future elections. Plus, the fast food that may have gotten dozens of Americans sick, why Apple users are being told to update their devices right away, and how much it will cost to book a hotel for the Super Bowl before the football season starts. 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

Research shows many students are struggling to catch up after two years of interruptions to their learning. A new report shows kids will need to learn at a faster pace this year to catch up to where they should be academically. That's based on math and reading scores from millions of elementary and middle school students across the United States. We're speaking with one of the report's authors, Dr. Karyn Lewis. She's the director of the Center for School and Student Progress at the research-based nonprofit organization NWEA. Then later, we'll speak with the president of the American Federation of Teachers, Randi Weingarten. She explains where and why teacher shortages are happening across the United States and what can be done about it. NWEA report on student achievement in 2021-2022. ​​​This episode is brought to you by Indeed.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, August 19th, 2022! We're talking about a Trump Organization executive set to testify against the company and what he just admitted in court. Also, even with higher mortgage rates and home prices than last year, we might be on the verge of a buyers' market. We'll explain. Plus, the FDA's warning about a new product that looks like candy but is said to be dangerous. Which quarterback was just given the largest player fine in NFL history and why. And Mariah Carey might consider herself Christmas royalty, but making it official isn't that easy. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, August 18th, 2022! We'll tell you why the CDC's leader is criticizing her own agency and new details about what's expected next for interest rates in the U.S. Also, new issues are impacting the global supply chain, and they could take a toll on the holiday shopping season. Plus, how some states are getting creative to find desperately-needed teachers, why Amazon could look more like TikTok in the future, and a historic contract for an NBA star. 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 Rothys.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 17th, 2022! We'll tell you about what could be the end of an American political dynasty: how one Republican's election loss represents former President Trump's influence over the GOP. Also, some of President Biden's promises just became law: what the new law covers and why some people are against it. Plus, if you have trouble hearing, you could soon get help without a prescription. American Airlines flights could one day take half the time they do now. And the first sign of fall comes early: it's officially pumpkin spice season. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, August 16th, 2022! We'll tell you about a criminal investigation into Rudy Giuliani and what he's saying about it before he's scheduled to testify this week. Also, which well-known Republicans are on the ballot today, and which country became the first to offer free period products? Plus, how pig skin could help millions of people see again, why some popular baby swings and rockers are now recalled, and which video streaming service will soon come free with a Walmart+ subscription. 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 Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, August 15th, 2022! We'll tell you what evidence the FBI's raid at Mar-a-Lago found and what could come next. Also, what a new report says about last-minute decisions when the U.S. pulled out of Afghanistan. Plus, why monkeypox could be getting a new name, which is the first state to offer all kids free meals in schools, and signs of 'Seinfeld' on the golf course? We'll explain. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

With so much talk about inflation and a recession, it would seem like the entire economy is shrinking and suffering but really - the labor market is still going strong. Unemployment is at its lowest point in five decades and hiring has surged this summer, with the most recent jobs report exceeding expectations. Brian Kropp comes back on the show to break down what's behind the data and what it means for the future. He's the vice president of research at Gartner, a consulting firm that advises business leaders around the world including the ones making the hiring decisions. He shares the most reliable way to make more money in *your* career and why some people still regret taking the plunge. Plus, what inflation is doing to your paycheck now and what many companies are doing instead of giving raises. This episode is brought to you by Thrivecausemetics.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.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 12th, 2022! We're talking about an overhaul at the CDC: why and in what ways the health agency is loosening Its guidelines for Covid-19. Also, the U.S. attorney general wants to let the public in on the investigation over classified records that may have been at Mar-a-Lago. Plus, how much more it will cost to send holiday gifts this year, which social media apps do teenagers use the most, and the first-of-its-kind honor for a basketball legend. 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 Thrivecausemetics.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, August 11th, 2022! We'll tell you what former President Trump is choosing not to talk about. He pleaded the fifth. Also, there's a new debate about what evidence should and shouldn't be allowed when enforcing abortion bans. Facebook is now in the middle of a criminal investigation. Plus, what to expect for this year's flu season, Disney+ will soon have a new subscription option, and if you can't find your favorite beer, a shortage of one key ingredient could be to blame. 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 Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one to get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider