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The news to know for Wednesday, September 1st, 2021! We'll tell you how President Biden is defending his decisions after America's longest war came to an end. Also, months of political drama ended with a new Texas voting law And are attitudes shifting? What new data shows about Americans and vaccines. Plus, new features for emergencies may be coming to iPhones, your Facebook feed is changing, and a hit pop song is turning into a novel for teens. Those stories and more 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 Noom.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, August 31st, 2021! What to know about America's longest war coming to an end. What was accomplished in the final days, and what still lies ahead. Also, the latest impact of fires and flooding in different parts of the U.S. this week. Plus, the woman who was once known as the youngest female self-made billionaire is now on trial for fraud, China is changing the rules for kids who play video games, and there are new recommendations for international travel. 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 Noom.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, August 30th, 2021! What to know about a powerful, deadly hurricane that slammed into the U.S. and is still taking its toll. Also, just days before the deadline to get American troops out of Afghanistan, the U.S. strikes back against ISIS, possibly preventing more attacks. Plus, expect changes to your flight if you've booked with one particular airline, which big names you will and won't see at this year's U.S. Open, and a new way to pay coming to Amazon. 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 Noom.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Women and girls in Afghanistan face an uncertain future now that the Taliban controls the country. A generation of women has been able to work and go to school, something they weren't able to do the last time the Taliban was in power. The Taliban have promised to be more moderate this time around. But this week, Taliban leaders told women and girls to stay inside for now because they say the group's soldiers haven't been "trained" on how to respect women. Guidance like that has many women worried about what their lives will look like, especially once the U.S. and news organizations have left and the world pays less attention. We're talking about this today with women's rights expert and executive director of the Arab Institute for Women, Lina AbiRafeh. She spent two decades as a humanitarian worker overseas, including four years in Afghanistan. This episode is brought to you by kiwico.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, August 27th, 2021! We'll tell you about the terror attacks that killed American troops and Afghan civilians outside Afghanistan's main airport and how President Biden says the U.S. will retaliate. Also, a supreme court ruling impacting renters and a new storm that could become a major hurricane before the end of the weekend. We'll tell you who's at risk. Plus, why electronics might cost more soon, what to know about the start of college football season, and who's making Dancing with the Stars 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 kiwico.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, August 26th, 2021! We'll explain why the U.S. military is telling people to leave the airport in Afghanistan right in the middle of their efforts to evacuate them. Also, COVID-19 hospitalizations have almost doubled in the last three weeks. We'll tell you which states have been hit the hardest. Plus, some people will have to get the vaccine or pay more for health insurance, tech companies are investing in cybersecurity, and Americans are celebrating women's right to vote. All that 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 Policygenius.com and kiwico.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, August 25th, 2021! What to know about the final days in Afghanistan. Why President Biden is sticking to next week's withdrawal date, and why other world leaders are asking him not to. Also, a change in plans at the U.S.-Mexico border because of a new ruling from the Supreme Court. Plus, new government guidelines for overweight Americans, tributes for a rock and roll legend, and Walmart's plan to team up with local businesses. Those stories and more 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 kiwico.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, August 24th, 2021! One of the COVID-19 vaccines now has full FDA approval. We'll explain how that's different from its prior status and what mandates it's inspired. Also, a decision about a police officer's actions during the Capitol riot in January. Were they justified? Plus, a historic first for New York as a new governor takes over, why you might want to skip the latest viral video trend, and the Paralympic Games begin in Tokyo. 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 Policygenius.com and kiwico.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, August 23rd, 2021! What to know about the latest threat in Afghanistan that's prompted a new warning to Americans there and how commercial airlines are now helping out. Also, record-breaking severe weather. Which state is dealing with the worst of it. Plus, a worldwide car recall, a court ruling impacting companies like Uber and Lyft, and the social media app TikTok is coming to the radio. 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 kiwico.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The chaos and questions in Kabul and around Afghanistan continue since the Taliban took control of the country with surprising speed earlier this week. Thousands of Americans, as well as Afghans who helped the U.S. and its allies, are now scrambling to get out as they fear for their futures under Taliban rule. Today we're talking with a retired U.S. Army colonel who has commanded combat troops in Afghanistan and still knows plenty of people on the ground there. Mike Jason spent more than two decades in the U.S. Army before retiring in 2019. He joins me to share his reaction to the Taliban takeover, how he believes it happened and what he thinks America's obligation is now. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider