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The news to know for Wednesday, July 28th, 2021! What to know about emotional testimony from Capitol police officers about what they went through on January 6th and why some lawmakers don't want to see any more hearings like that. Also, the CDC changed course again. What it now has to say about vaccinated people wearing masks. Plus, a shocking Olympic exit from the best gymnast in the world, a possible breakthrough in cancer treatment, and some new safety policies for teenagers on Instagram. 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 HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY14 and Noom.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, July 27th, 2021! We have updates about new vaccine mandates. Where millions more Americans, including teachers, police officers, and healthcare workers, now have to get a vaccine or face frequent COVID-19 testing. Also, a turning point for Americans in both Afghanistan and Iraq. We'll explain. Plus, why more flights include layovers these days, how the landscape of college sports seems to be changing, and which pop star is supporting athletes who refused to wear skimpy uniforms. 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 HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY14 Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, July 26th, 2021! We're talking about how most Americans are gearing up for a brutal heatwave and where wildfires have forced thousands of people from their homes. Also, mass protests around the world over new COVID-19 rules and why more restrictions could be coming anyway. Plus, a major rebrand for an MLB team, a turnaround for the cruise industry, and why your morning cup of coffee might start costing more. 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 HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY14 and Noom.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Today we're talking about the #FreeBritney movement. It's a lot more than just a hashtag. Popstar Britney Spears has been wrapped up in a legal battle over her conservatorship for a while now and new developments have been coming out every week. The conservatorship is an arrangement that's given Britney's father, Jamie, along with a licensed "conservator" control over her finances and other parts of her life since 2008. That arrangement was originally put in place because of concerns over Britney's mental health and alleged drug use. But in the last few weeks, Britney has spoken in court. She says she's been exploited and bullied by the conservatorship for years. She says she's been overworked without any breaks, forcibly medicated with lithium and kept from having more children. And she wants control over her life back. This whole saga has opened many people's eyes to conservatorships for the first time and sparked a lot of conversations about personal freedoms. Today we're talking to family law attorney Christopher Melcher, who has been following Britney's case closely. He explains why conservatorships exist, how they work and his takeaways from the Britney Spears case. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, July 23rd, 2021! We'll tell you about the CDC director's urgent warning about the delta variant of COVID-19 and why it might be especially tough to figure out how the pandemic came to be. Also, the U.S. mission in Afghanistan now includes both airstrikes and evacuations. We'll explain. Plus, why California is suing a popular video game company, how another internet outage brought down tons of big-name sites, and what you can expect from the Olympics opening ceremony 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 Rothys.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, July 22nd, 2021! We'll tell you about a historic settlement between states and American drug giants and how it's meant to help put an end to the opioid crisis. Also, life is getting shorter for Americans, but COVID-19 isn't the only thing to blame for life expectancy changes. Plus, new plans for the future Olympic Games into 2032, how the audio app Clubhouse is becoming more inclusive, and which entertainers are getting the prestigious Kennedy Center honor later this year. 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 BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, July 21st, 2021! We're talking about intense western wildfires that are sending smoke across the country and forcing thousands of people from their homes. Also, a longtime advisor and ally of President Trump was arrested. We'll tell you what he's accused of doing. Plus, who helped the new NBA champions break a 50-year drought, how a popular streaming service and fitness company are getting into gaming, and where a floating train is traveling five times faster than cars on a highway. 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 Rothys.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, July 20th, 2021! What to know about new guidance from pediatricians about keeping kids safe when they go back to school this fall. Also, another rioter was sentenced for his role in the Capitol invasion. Why his case could influence hundreds of others. Plus, a historic launch that's set to bring many firsts into space, which Olympic athletes from Team USA now have COVID-19, and how a National Hockey League player is breaking barriers. 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 Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, July 19th, 2021! We'll tell you about the latest hurdles in the immigration debate, from a surge in new border crossings to a controversial court ruling about "dreamers." Also, terrifying moments at a music festival, water park, and baseball game over the weekend. Plus, the first COVID-19 cases at the Tokyo Olympics, why a report says it's almost impossible for hourly workers to live without roommates, and how a new test could be a gamechanger for beating cancer. 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 BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Today we are talking about unidentified flying objects (UFOs.) The Pentagon recently put out a report summarizing everything U.S. intelligence officials have learned about them. The report clarifies the mysterious objects Navy pilots have reported seeing over the years are real and not illusions. But they still don't know exactly what they are. We spoke with Professor Avi Loeb about this. He's a Harvard astrophysicist best known for his theory that we've already had an encounter with an alien civilization. Professor Loeb explains why it's unlikely the flying objects were man-made and describes the evidence scientists need to determine once and for all whether we're alone in the universe or not. This episode is brought to you by Ritual.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider