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The news to know for Monday, July 27th, 2020! What to know about more protests and riots around the country: where they're happening and what inspired them. Also, the latest from a COVID-19 hot spot, and why the White House task force is going there today. Plus, we're talking about two hurricanes, two meteor showers, and Taylor Swift's latest worldwide record... 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 LiquidIV.com. Use code NEWSWORTHY at checkout. Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email (just so you can't vote twice, no spam!) and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Weekend Protests Nationwide: NY Times, AP, Axios, WSJ, WaPo, ABC News New COVID-19 Records: Johns Hopkins, Reuters, CNN, Tampa Bay Times Pence Traveling to Miami Today: Miami Herald, WOFL John Lewis Memorial Services: AJC, AP, Reuters, Axios Body of Rep. Lewis to Lie in State: CNN, FOX News, CBS News, WaPo, ABC News Regis Philbin Dies: USA Today, CNN, FOX News Fleetwood Mac Co-Creator Dies: AP, NY Times, Rolling Stone Gone with the Wind Star Dies: AP, CBS News, Reuters Hurricane Douglas Threatens Hawaii: AP, WSJ, Weather Channel, NWS Hanna hits Texas, Downgraded: NBC News, Reuters, Axios, WaPo Twitter Walkout Planned: NBC News, NY Daily News, Reuters Taylor Swift Album Sales: Variety, Hollywood Reporter, NY Daily News Space Force Debuts Official Logo: TechCrunch, Gizmodo, Fox News, Space Force Double Meteor Showers: CBS News, Miami Herald, USA Today Monday Monday: Home Purchases Record: Axios, CNBC, Reuters, WSJ

Today's "Special Edition Saturday" interview features history-making Broadway star Ali Stroker. She shares what the 30th anniversary of the landmark civil rights legislation, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), means to her. Be sure to tune-in each weekday for our regular episodes to get quick, unbiased news roundups in 10 minutes! View show transcripts here.

The news to know for Friday, July 24th, 2020! We're covering new guidelines for getting kids back in classrooms, and how federal health officials say it can still happen safely this fall. Also, we'll explain the big change-of-plans for the Republican National Convention. Plus, airlines are cracking down on one rule, the former Washington Redskins got an underwhelming new name, and which big milestone is happening this weekend. Those stories and more in less than 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 www.Rothys.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: New School Reopening Guidelines: NBC News, CNN, USA Today, CDC, Decision-Making Checklist No "End in Sight" to Virus: CNBC, TB Alliance, CNN U.S. COVID-19 Surge: Johns Hopkins, WSJ, Reuters, CBS News Trump Cancels RNC Events: USA Today, AP, Reuters, WSJ, FOX News Watchdogs Investigating Federal Agents' Actions: AP, Reuters, NPR Federal Agents Sent to Seattle: NY Times, CNN, Seattle Times Former Redskins Get Temp Name: CNN, CBS Sports, USA Today WNBA Resumes: ESPN, NY Times NHL Returns: NBC Sports, CBS Sports Airlines New Mask Rules: AP, Business Insider, Fortune, American, Southwest, United, Delta Disney Delays Movie Releases: USA Today, CNBC, Hollywood Reporter AMC Delays Theater Reopenings: USA Today, Axios, WSJ TikTok Fund for U.S. Creators: TechCrunch, CNN, Engadget ADA Anniversary This Weekend: NPR, NY Times, ADA.gov Feel Good Friday - Community Fridges: NBC Los Angeles, LA Community Fridge

The news to know for Thursday, July 23rd, 2020! What to know today about COVID-19 testing delays, including what some of the largest testing companies have to say about it. Also, what's in a historic bill that passed with overwhelming support from both parties, and we'll explain the latest China controversy. Plus, it's baseball's Opening Day, we'll tell you which city is getting a new professional soccer team, and what changes are coming to Amazon's delivery boxes... All that and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by CastleGrade. Use discount code NEWS. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: COVID-19 Testing Capacity: AP, CNBC, Time U.S. Coronavirus Surge: Johns Hopkins, AP, Reuters, FW Star Telegram, NBC News More Mask Mandates Issued: The Week, AP, Politico Federal Agents Sent to More Cities: AP, Reuters, WSJ, Politico, Axios, Justice Department China Ordered to Close Consulate: NY Times, USA Today, WSJ, Politico Great American Outdoors Act: AP, Axios, CNN China Launches Mars Rover: BBC, NASA, NYT MLB Opening Day: AP, CBS Sports, CNN, Forbes MLB Social Justice Jerseys: AP, ESPN, Bleacher Report New NWSL Team Coming to LA: WSJ, NY Times, People First Woman to Lead Army Reserve: USA Today, The Hill, Military.com New Recyclable Amazon Packaging: USA Today, Amazon TTKT: One Year Until Olympics: USA Today, WSJ

The news to know for Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020! What to know about how President Trump is changing his tone on COVID-19 and what's keeping Congress from passing the next relief bill. Also, we'll explain the newest debate surrounding the 2020 census and how it could impact your representation in Congress. Plus, Instagram's new fundraising feature, something new allowed on NFL helmets, and Walmart ends a holiday tradition after more than 30 years. Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 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 www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Trump Holds COVID-19 Briefing: AP, WSJ, FOX News, Axios 1000+ U.S. Coronavirus Deaths: Johns Hopkins, Axios, Reuters, Politico Chinese Hackers Allegedly Target COVID Research: AP, NY Times, Reuters, WSJ, Indictment Next Relief Bill Debate: WaPo, Bloomberg, AP, CNN, CNBC Trump Signs Census Executive Order: NPR, Axios, NBC News, USA Today, White House Twitter Bans QAnon Accounts: NBC News, NPR, NY Times, Twitter NFL to Allow Social Justice Decals: AP, ESPN, CNN IG Tests Personal Fundraiser Feature: TechCrunch, The Verge, Forbes, Instagram Greta Thunberg Donates Award to Environmental Groups: USA Today, ABC News Battle of the Dogs: BET, USA Today, Instagram Work Wednesday: Walmart Closing on Thanksgiving: USA Today, Business Insider, Walmart

The news to know for Tuesday, July 21st, 2020! What to know today about another promising vaccine, a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that has Florida teachers taking their governor to court, and which cities President Trump might send federal officers to next. Plus, the politics and mental health concerns surrounding rapper-turned-presidential candidate Kanye West, why Trader Joe's is rebranding some of its products, and who is throwing out the first pitch on MLB's Opening Day... Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Oxford Vaccine Promising Results: BBC, AP, Axios, Reuters, The Lancet FL Education Association Lawsuit: Politico, CNN, Executive Order, Harvard Guidance DHS Could go to More Cities: Chicago Tribune, Reuters, USA Today, Axios Election Interference Concerns: Reuters, AP, USA Today Kanye West Candidacy Updates: Axios, ABC News, Fox News FDA Calls for the Removal of Some E-Cigs: AP, WSJ, FOX News, FDA Trader Joe's Rebranding: NY Times, Business Insider, USA Today, NBC News Demand for Air Travel is Shrinking Again: CNN, CNBC, MarketWatch Report: No Preseason Football: CBS Sports, NBC Sports, NFL NFL Players to be Tested Daily for COVID-19: AP, ESPN, LA Times Fauci to Throw Out First Pitch: Twitter, Axios, Bleacher Report

The news to know for Monday, July 20th, 2020! What to know today about reports of U.S. hospitals overwhelmed, and we'll explain a new kind of coronavirus testing just approved. Also, we remember a civil rights icon and share why thousands of workers across the country plan to strike today. Plus: a historic Mars mission, NFL players demand action from the league, and the largest virtual choir ever... 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 www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email (just so you can't vote twice, no spam!) and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Hospitals Overwhelmed: CNN, USA Today, NBC Miami, LA Times, AP Worldwide Deaths Top 600,000: Johns Hopkins, NPRMask Mandate Debate: FOX News, VOA, NBC News FDA Approves Pooled Testing: CNN, The Hill, FDA Congress Returns, Aid Negotiations: Politico, WSJ, WaPo, AP RIP Rep. John Lewis: NYT, AP, Reuters Federal Agents in Portland: NYT, USA Today, Axios, Reuters UAE First Mission to Mars: CNET, Reuters, CBS News Strike for Black Lives: CNN, Fortune NFL Team Accused: WaPo, USA Today, FOX News NFL Players Concerned: Reuters, AP World's First Lab-Made Chicken Nuggets: Engadget, The Verge, KFC Largest Virtual Choir: CBS News, NPR, YouTube Video Money Monday - Shrinking Credit Card Debt: CNN, Forbes, CNBC

The news to know for Friday, July 17th, 2020! We're covering a new hacking allegation. This time, Russia may be trying to steal coronavirus-related research. Also, President Trump's big plans for the Republican National Convention got downsized. Plus, 988 will officially be the 911 of mental health, the NCAA lays out a new plan for fall sports, and the specific reason today is Emoji Day. Those stories and more in less than 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 HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Russia Hacking Warning: AP, NY Times, NBC News, WSJ, Advisory FBI Investigating Twitter Hack: Reuters, WSJ, NBC News More U.S. Coronavirus Records: USA Today, CNN, Johns Hopkins Unpublished WH Hot Zone Recommendations: The Center for Public Integrity More Mask Mandates: NY Times, CNN, ABC News, AJC RNC Scaled Back: WaPo, Politico, AP DNC Plans Update: USA Today, The Hill, NY Times Jobless Claims Hold Steady: CNBC, WSJ, CNN, Axios, Bloomberg NCAA New Guidelines Released: NCAA, Axios, NY Times, ESPN FCC Approves 988 Emergency Hotline: USA Today, The Hill, CBS News, FCC Netflix Adds Another 10 Million Subscribers: The Verge, WaPo, (Vox last year) Netflix Gets new Co-CEO: CNN, The Verge, AP World Emoji Day: Official Website, Emojipedia, Business Insider, 9 to 5 Mac Feel Good Friday - Teen Creates Superheroes with Disabilities: TODAY, WeCant2WeCan

The news to know for Thursday, July 16th, 2020! What to know today about another COVID-19 record in the U.S. and how the response efforts compare to other disasters. Also, an unprecedented and high-profile Twitter hack: what happened and who was hit. Plus, an update on Kanye's 2020 bid, the largest sports crowd in months, and where you can now buy one shoe at a time. All that and more in just 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview. Our guest talks about how professional basketball players are adapting to life on lockdown in the NBA bubble. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/80newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: U.S. COVID-19 Case Record: Johns Hopkins, CBS News, AP, LA Times Stores Add Mask Mandates: NYT, CNBC, WaPo, Walmart Navarro Trashes Fauci: USA Today, Reuters, WSJ Dr. Fauci Response: Reuters, NY Times, The Atlantic, Axios Overdose Deaths Increase: AP, WSJ, Axios, WaPo, CDC, Find Treatment High Profile Twitter Hacks: CNN, The Verge, TechCrunch, CNBC, NY Times, Twitter Kanye on Okla Presidential Ballot: AP, FOX News, TMZ Fans Attend NASCAR Race: AP, USA Today, NASCAR CBS and NAACP Partnership: CNN, Variety, USA Today Aluminum Can Shortage: USA Today, Fox News, Twitter Zappos to Sell Shoe Singles: FOX News, AP, CNN, Zappos Closest Image of the Sun: CBS News, NASA

The news to know for Wednesday, July 15th, 2020! What to know about new vaccine findings and the next phase that will be key. Also, a rule reversal involving colleges and new policy plans from both 2020 presidential candidates. Plus, how Apple users can get paid, a new streaming service starts today, and are paper-based alcohol bottles the future? Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Vote for The NewsWorthy in the People's Choice Podcast Awards in the month of July! Thank you for your support! Go to PodcastAwards.com, enter your email and choose 'The NewsWorthy' in two categories: 1- People's Choice 2- Politics & News Sources: Vaccine Trial Results: WSJ, Axios, USA Today, NBC News, ABC News Southern Virus Deaths Surge: Johns Hopkins, AP, Reuters, Miami Herald, CNN CDC Pushes for Mask-Wearing: Axios, Stat, CNN, ABC News ICE Drops Student Visa Rules: AP, WSJ, USA Today Sessions Loses GOP Senate Runoff: Politico, AP, CNN Biden Releases Climate Plan: Bloomberg, Axios, AP, Reuters Trump Atlanta Visit: AJC, The Hill, WaPo Tax Day: NY Times, WSJ, IRS Peacock Launches Today: Cnet, TechCrunch, AP, Variety Apple Customer Settlement: CNN, Engadget Apple Camera Cover Warning: Business Insider, NY Post, The Verge Shipt Workers to Strike: The Verge, The Hill Johnnie Walker Paper Bottles: Reuters, BBC, CNN Work Wednesday: Google Offers Scholarships: Forbes, CNBC, Cnet, Google, Sign Up Here