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If you’re like me, you shop online a lot. But here’s the thing: there aren’t many rules that popular online marketplaces like Amazon must follow when it comes to the products they sell, so you may be taking more of a risk than you realize when you buy.  Technology writer Stacey Higginbotham, who has been covering the tech world for 20 years, found this out first-hand when she took part in a Consumer Reports investigation into video doorbells sold on several major online marketplaces. We’ll talk about what they found, how these same risks exist across the online shopping space, and what you can look for to shop online in a more secure way. Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER for ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/  Get 15% off Boll & Branch with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://bollandbranch.com To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #OnlineShopping #ConsumerReports #Amazon    

President Biden's message to protesters, updates on Trump's trial, oil megamerger approved, TikTok music returns, and the 150th Kentucky Derby previewed

The news to know for Thursday, May 2, 2024! We're telling you about a violent clash between some university protesters and counterprotesters and why the chaos isn't expected to end anytime soon. Also, abortion laws were updated in a couple of battleground states.  Plus, the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision, how one Christian denomination is changing its stance on gay ministers, and an opportunity for thousands of travelers to stay in famous locations or hang with celebrities.  Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/  Get 15% off Boll & Branch with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://bollandbranch.com To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com  

The news to know for Wednesday, May 1, 2024! We'll tell you about more arrests as protesters have taken over new parts of university campuses.  Also, historic changes could be coming to America's marijuana rules, and a first-of-its-kind tribute is set for top U.S. educators.  Plus, new guidelines for breast cancer screenings, issues reported with iPhone alarm clocks, and newly studied benefits of volunteering through work. Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/  Get 15% off Boll & Branch with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://bollandbranch.com To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com    

Israel's Prime Minister facing international legal action, controversial Title IX change for transgender students, new car safety rules, reshaping of medical testing in the US, and Taylor Swift's chart-topping success.

Severe weather outbreak, campus protests crackdown, nerd prom highlights, Tesla's autopilot revelations, and Nicole Kidman's AFI award. Insights on rising childcare costs in the U.S.

Makena Kelly discusses the TikTok ultimatum, potential buyers, antitrust concerns, foreign ownership challenges, security risks, and data privacy concerns. The podcast delves into the legislative process, geopolitical implications, and Oracle's role in safeguarding TikTok data amidst uncertainty.

Severe weather threat in the US, USC cancels graduation, Weinstein's new trial, pollution rules for coal plants, Amazon Ring refunds, NFL Draft records, Internet security oversight, Skims Tee promotion, and volunteer bike incentive in Madison

Presidential power debate at Supreme Court, protests on college campuses, changes in school lunch nutrition, new airline refund rules, and NFL draft updates

The news to know for Wednesday, April 24, 2024! We're telling you about an overwhelming bipartisan vote to send aid to Ukraine and other American allies. Also, the new ways in which university administrators are cracking down on protesters all over the country. Plus, what kind of weather Americans could be in for this summer; two new federal rules could change millions of workers' salaries, and it's the most lucrative endorsement deal in women's basketball. Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Episode Sponsors: Enjoy a free bag of coffee and up to $15 off select plans when you visit drinktrade.com/newsworthy. Shop the SKIMS T-Shirt Shop at SKIMS.com. Be sure to let them know we sent you in the survey! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com