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Today we're talking about psychedelic drugs and their potential use as medicine. A new study looked at whether small doses of MDMA, better known by street names like ecstasy and molly, can help treat post-traumatic stress disorder. Some researchers are calling prescription psychedelics, paired with professional talk therapy, the breakthrough they've been waiting for. We got fascinating insights about the latest study from its lead scientist, Doctor Jennifer Mitchell. She's a neurology professor at UC San Francisco. But first, we'll hear from Scott Ostrom, a Marine veteran who took part in the study. He says he struggled with PTSD for more than a decade after coming home from Iraq and that the MDMA treatments helped in ways other therapies had not. This episode is brought to you by Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, May 28th, 2021! We explain what's in President Biden's first budget proposal. It includes some big numbers causing controversy even before it's officially announced. Also, police officers in Washington state were just charged with murder from an incident that happened more than a year ago. Plus, where there are multi-million-dollar lotteries for getting vaccinated, the largest sporting event since the pandemic started, and a few things to do and watch on Memorial Day. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Biden Budget Proposal: WSJ, WaPo, AP, NY Times Charges in Manuel Ellis Death: Seattle Times, AP, Axios, Washington AG, Police Union DR Congo Volcano Eruptions: CNN, Al Jazeera, NY Times, UN Worldwide Covid Outbreaks: USA Today, Johns Hopkins, CDC California Vaccine Lottery: SF Gate, AP, Vax For The Win Other Vaccine Lotteries: The Hill, NBC News, Axios, AP New Pipeline Cyber Requirements: CBS News, Politico, Axios, Reuters Indy 500 on Sunday: AP, Axios, WXIN, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Oscars Set Date, Say Movies Can Skip Theaters: NY Times, Variety, Oscars Memorial Day: History, Good Housekeeping, Fox News, Deadline, Today CDC Urges Memorial Day Caution: CNBC, NY Times, CNN Feel Good Friday: Man Helps Other Ex-Convicts Become Personal Trainers: CNN, NY Times, Men's Health, Second U Foundation

The news to know for Thursday, May 27th, 2021! We'll tell you about a tragic workplace shooting in northern California. Also, there's a new kind of investigation into the origin of COVID-19 and new research shows COVID-19 immunity may last years. Plus, which major movie and TV studio Amazon is buying, how you can hide the likes on Facebook and Instagram, and where to watch the reunion 'Friends' fans have been waiting for. All that and more in around 10 minutes... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: San Jose Mass Shooting: SF Chronicle, LA Times, WSJ, Fox News, White House Blinken Wraps Mideast Mission: AP, NY Times, Reuters, Axios Biden Orders Covid Origin Investigation: WaPo, Axios, ABC News, AP, WSJ, White House Covid Immunity May Last Years: NY Times, Reuters, Nature, BioRxiv Amazon is Buying MGM: CNBC, NY Times, WSJ, AP, Amazon Google, Hospital Chain Create Patient Data Tool: WSJ, The Verge, Cnet, Google Facebook, Instagram Allow Hiding 'Likes': TechCrunch, USA Today, NBC News, Facebook 'Friends' Reunion Debuts: WWD, Sky News, NY Times, Watch Trailer Thing to Know Thursday: Summer Travel: WSJ, USA Today, Forbes, Travel Survey

The news to know for Wednesday, May 26th, 2021! We'll tell you about another COVID-19 vaccine option that could soon be available for kids and how a new report is sparking doubts and questions about where COVID-19 came from. Also, Amazon is facing new legal trouble and it all has to do with prices on its site. Plus, how to see a rare supermoon eclipse, a medical breakthrough that could one day help blind people, and Netflix could be getting into gaming. Those stories and more in about 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Moderna Shot Effective for Adolescents: CNBC, Axios, Moderna Half of U.S. Adults Fully-Vaccinated: ABC News, NPR, Fox News, CDC Covid Origin Investigation: WaPo, CNBC, Fox News, BBC, WSJ Grand Jury in Trump Investigation: WaPo, WSJ, ABC News, The Hill Amazon Faces Antitrust Lawsuit: TechCrunch, WSJ, NY Times, Vox Active Year for Ticks: WaPo, AP, WOOD, Pests.Org Supermoon Lunar Eclipse: NBC News, NY Times, NPR, Space.com, Watch an Eclipse Livestream: Griffith Observatory, Virtual Telescope Project, ESA Scientists Partially Restore a Blind Man's Sight: NY Times, CNET, CNN, LiveScience Mexico Aviation's Safety Rating Downgraded: FAA, AP, CNBC, Simple Flying, CNN Netflix Getting into Games?: The Information, The Verge, Axios, Reuters Work Wednesday: Navigating Hybrid Work: WSJ, Reuters, Fast Company, Bloomberg

The news to know for Tuesday, May 25th, 2021! We'll tell you about a passenger plane forced to land and why it's sparking outrage around the world. Also, three goals taking America's top diplomat to the Middle East. And two of the largest school districts in the country say goodbye to remote schooling. Plus, a new warning about backyard chicken coops, how you could win free flights for a year, and how much 'Charlie Bit My Finger' went for as an NFT. Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Secretary of State Visiting Israel: AP, NY Times, Al Jazeera, Jerusalem Post, WSJ Belarus Intercepted Plane: NY Times, WSJ, AP, WaPo Biden Meeting Floyd Family: Axios, CBS News, WaPo, Fox News, Congress.Gov Texas Allowing Unlicensed Handguns: Texas Tribune, Austin American-Statesman, AP, TX GOP FL Bans Big Tech from Blocking Politicians: WaPo, Axios, Fox News, Gov. Desantis NYC, LA Schools to go In-Person: Reuters, NY Times, WSJ, LA Times Japan Mass Vaccination Centers: AP, Kyodo News, Time, NY Times United's Free Flights Sweepstakes: Fox News, USA Today, The Hill, United Airlines Lyft & Uber Free Rides for Vaccines Goes Live: TechCrunch, Uber, Reuters Don't Kiss the Chickens: NY Times, NBC News, AARP, CDC 'Charlie Bit My Finger' Sells as NFT: BBC, WaPo, Charlie Bit Me Auction, Original Video

The news to know for Monday, May 24th, 2021! What to know about weekend celebrations that took a tragic turn: where police are investigating three deadly mass shootings. Also, another positive milestone in the pandemic and where millions of Americans are feeling a heatwave that's expected to break records this week. Plus, plan on paying more to fuel up your car, what kind of products are now flying off store shelves, and which two athletes made history over the weekend. Those stories and more in just ~10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: NJ House Party Mass Shooting: Jersey Journal, AP, NY Times, Fox News Downtown Minneapolis Mass Shooting: USA Today, ABC News, Newsweek, Minneapolis PD Ohio Deadly Bar Shooting: AP, CNN, WKBN Rise in Antisemitic Attacks: NBC News, WaPo, CNN, USA Today, WSJ COVID-19 Cases, Deaths Tumble: USA Today, AP, CNBC, NY Times Eastern U.S. Heat Wave: CNN, AccuWeather, Weather Channel, NWS Gas Prices Rising: AP, AAA, GasBuddy Virgin Galactic's Space Flight: The Verge, CBS News, WaPo, Virgin Galactic History-Making PGA Championship Winner: ESPN, CBS Sports, NY Times, U.S. Open Simone Biles Lands Hardest Vault in Women's History: SI, WSJ, CNN, NBC Olympics Billboard Music Awards: Billboard, CNN, Variety, Hollywood Reporter Money Monday: Lipstick Sales Up: Bloomberg, CNN, Business Insider

Today we're talking about baby-related news. We're discussing the COVID-19 vaccine for kids, how the pandemic accelerated the so-called "baby bust" and the signs of postpartum depression as May marks Maternal Mental Health Month. We're talking to the world-renowned pediatrician and child development expert Dr. Harvey Karp. He's the founder and CEO of the company "Happiest Baby," which debuted the award-winning infant bed called the SNOO smart sleeper. Today's episode coincides with host Erica Mandy's personal baby news. Her baby boy is due any day! Our guest host takes over on Monday as Erica takes maternity leave. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Ritual.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, May 21st, 2021! What to know about a now-approved ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and the U.S. response to it. Also, an encouraging sign for the U.S. economy: new unemployment claims dropped to a pandemic low. Plus, what to expect from this year's hurricane season, why the BBC is apologizing to the late Princess Diana, and a sequel is coming to a cult classic from the 1990s. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Ritual.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Israel and Hamas Ceasefire: NY Times, WSJ, AP, NPR, NBC News Biden Signs Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Bill: NPR, Reuters, ABC News, Fox News New Jobless Claims Hit Pandemic Low: WSJ, CNBC, AP, WaPo, Labor Dept. NOAA Hurricane Season Prediction: WaPo, NY Times, NPR, NOAA BBC Apologizes for Princess Diana Interview: BBC, Guardian, WaPo, Fox News Princes Harry and William Respond to BBC Investigation: NBC News, Variety, ABC News Proposal for Reporting Large Crypto Transfers: CNET, Bloomberg, WSJ, Reuters, Treasury Dept. Facebook's "Live Shopping Fridays": TechCrunch, 9to5Mac, WWD, Facebook NBA Playoffs Start Saturday: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, NBA Hocus Pocus 2: Variety, CNN, Deadline, USA Today Feel Good Friday: Girl Scouts Turn Bottle Caps into Park Benches: Daily Herald, The Week

The news to know for Thursday, May 20th, 2021! We're talking about the latest contentious debate in Congress over a 9/11-style commission to investigate the Capitol riot. We'll tell you the arguments for and against it. Also, why there's new outrage over a law enforcement video released two years after a deadly arrest. Plus, new calls to cancel the Olympics, where travel restrictions could be lifted soon, and America's most popular pick-up truck goes electric. All that and more in around 10 minutes... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Ritual.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: House Approves Riot Commission: WSJ, AP, Reuters, Axios, NY Times LA Controversial Bodycam Footage Released: AP, CBS News, Reuters, Axios Texas Bans Most Abortions: Texas Tribune, Austin American-Statesman, NPR, Reuters, WSJ "Zombie Fires" in Canada, AK: Axios, NY Times, CNN, Wired, Journal Nature EU to Reopen to Vaccinated Travelers: Bloomberg, WaPo, USA Today, WSJ, European Commission, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Ford's Electric Pickup Truck: The Verge, TechCrunch, NPR, YouTube Kia's First All-Electric Vehicle with AR Windshield: USA Today, TechCrunch, Autoblog Crypto Market Plunges: WSJ, CNBC, Business Insider, AP Roku Originals Launches with Quibi Content: TechCrunch, Variety, Deadline, Roku Thing to Know Thursday: Calls to Cancel the Olympics: NPR, Reuters, AP, BBC

The news to know for Wednesday, May 19th, 2021! We'll tell you about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict from the latest violence to a widespread protest. Prosecutors say the police shooting of a Black man in North Carolina was "tragic" but "justified." We'll explain the findings and the response to them. Plus, a new recommended age to get screened for the third-most deadly cancer in the U.S., why you may be asked to step on a scale before your next flight, and a 3D video chat booth could be coming Those stories and more in about 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by Ritual.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Gaza Violence Updates: NY Times, AP, WSJ, Reuters Anthony Brown Jr. Shooting "Justified": AJC, CBS News, Fox News, AP South Central U.S. Flooding: USA Today, CNN, Weather Channel, Fox News Vaccine Rates Lag in Rural Areas: CNN, CNBC, USA Today, CDC New Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines: ABC News, NBC News, NPR, AP, USPSTF Airlines May Start Weighing Passengers: Fox Business, View From the Wing, WTRF, FAA Advisory, Air Insight BOA Raising Minimum Wage: Bloomberg, WSJ, CNN, Bank of America, USA Today Lamborghini's Hybrid Transition: TechCrunch, CNN, Car and Driver, Bloomberg Google I/O Announcements: Cnet, The Verge, TechCrunch, BBC Watch Full Developers Conference: Google Work Wednesday: Top Jobs/Cities for New College Grads: LinkedIn, Tech Republic, WSJ, WalletHub