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The news to know for Wednesday, August 10th, 2022! We'll update you about the FBI's raid of former President Trump's home and how some prominent Republicans are reacting. Also, new military tensions between China and Taiwan are blocking a major trade route: what the American politician who sparked the flare-up is saying about the situation. Plus, a new sign of relief from soaring inflation, a sports icon ending her professional career, and which states are said to have the best and worst workforces in the country. 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 Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, August 9th, 2022! We'll tell you about the FBI searching former President Trump's home: what agents were looking for and what Trump has to say about it. Also, how America's biggest aid package yet could help Ukraine and which primary elections are getting a lot of attention today. Plus, which companies are getting another boost from small-time investors on Reddit, where executives are having to do some heavy lifting, and how Elvis Presley fans are coming together to honor the king. 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 Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, August 8th, 2022! We're talking about the so-called Inflation Reduction Act: how the multi-billion-dollar bill passed the Senate and what it's supposed to do. Also, there's new fighting in the middle east. Will it end with a truce? Plus, the latest, better-than-expected American jobs data, which company Amazon is buying in its 4th-largest deal ever, and the most valuable sports team in the world. 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 Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Monkeypox is now a public health emergency here in the United States. At last check, the U.S. had recorded about 7,000 cases around the country. Today you'll hear directly from someone who had monkeypox. Dr. Jon, who prefers not to share his last name, is a primary care doctor in Chicago with a massive social media following on TikTok and Instagram under the handle @thatgaydoctor. He's sharing about his symptoms, how he thinks he may have been exposed to the virus, and why he thinks it's important to talk about it. Then later, we'll speak with Dr. Katrine Wallace, an epidemiologist at the University of Illinois at Chicago who has also been volunteering at a monkeypox vaccination clinic. You may know her as @epidemiologistkat on social media. She explains where it came from and what activities are more or less likely to spread the disease. ​​​This episode is brought to you by Rothys.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 5th, 2022! We'll tell you why the U.S. has declared monkeypox a public health emergency, what federal charges police officers are facing for the raid that killed Breonna Taylor, and how much Alex Jones has to pay the parents of a victim of the Sandy Hook shooting. Plus, a medical breakthrough has some scientists questioning the meaning of death, two popular streaming services are joining forces, and history was made in space this week. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, August 4th, 2022! We'll tell you about the next step for NATO now that American lawmakers have come together to open doors for new members. Also, the high-pressure situation left in Taiwan after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial visit, and another closely-watched election happening today. Plus, did your flight get delayed? That could soon mean getting a refund. And a credit reporting agency may have messed up some people's chances to get a loan, and a top-rated chef is behind a cat food-inspired feast for humans. 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 3rd, 2022! We'll tell you about the highest-ranking American official to visit Taiwan in 25 years and why China is retaliating. Also, a major milestone for veterans' healthcare and a new sign the U.S. jobs market might be cooling. Plus, where you could see a solar storm, why it may be a good time to book a flight, and who's getting bigger raises: people who stay with the same company or switch jobs? 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 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 2nd, 2022! We'll tell you about the death of one of America's most vocal enemies. The U.S. took out a key mastermind behind the 9/11 terror attacks. Also, today is one of the biggest days for primaries this midterm election cycle. Many races are getting national attention. Plus, why a review of America's organ transplant system is suggesting major changes, why an NFL quarterback is now suspended, and how many pieces of candy do you think a chief candy officer needs to eat in a day? 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy and Thrivecausemetics.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, August 1st, 2022! We're talking about more extreme weather in the U.S. from wildfires to floods: who is most at risk today? Also, we'll tell you what to know about President Biden's "rebound" case of Covid-19 and what happened when an uncontrolled rocket fell back to Earth. Plus, actor Will Smith's emotional video about his now infamous Oscars slap, which kinds of cars are being targeted because of a TikTok challenge, where a historic winning lottery ticket was sold, and how many other winners might still be out there. 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 Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Today we want to give you a break from the heavier headlines and talk about something fun: entertainment! Specifically, video streaming services. There are so many of them now – it can be tough to keep up with all the options! We start with an expert's take on the current state of the so-called 'streaming wars' and which subscriptions really deserve your dollars. Jordan Minor leads PCMag's coverage on video streaming and has written reviews on many of them. He's here to share his thoughts on each of the top platforms and has a controversial tip for sampling them all while still saving money. Then, we're talking more about the future and business side of streaming with entertainment industry lawyer, and former Marvel Studios attorney, Paul Sarker. He gives his take on whether cable tv still has a place, what's next for where you'll be watching live sports, the role of movie theaters in the age of streaming, and more. 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