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The news to know for Tuesday, February 28, 2023! What to know about another top official's visit to Ukraine and how the U.S. is cracking down on the growing issue of child labor. Also, it could be the final test for the student loan debt relief program. We'll tell you what legal arguments the Supreme Court is going to consider today. Plus, another day of wild weather from coast to coast, what's next for Disney World now that Florida's government has more control, and how users will be able to use a new AI chatbot on Snapchat. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and TommyJohn.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

The news to know for Monday, February 27, 2023! We'll tell you which American agency now thinks the "lab leak" theory is the most likely cause of the pandemic and why there's a hold-up on a new at-home Covid-19 test that also checks for the flu.  Also, there's new data about Americans stepping up to help Ukrainians coming to the U.S. Plus, a well-known comic strip is being pulled from newspapers nationwide, what to expect from one of the tech industry's biggest events of the year, and which movie won big at last night's unusual SAG Awards. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by TommyJohn.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

It’s been one year since Russia first invaded Ukraine. What’s changed in that time, what’s expected next, and what role does America’s support play in all of it?  Later, I’ll speak with Dalibor Rohac. He’s a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, which is a center-right think tank. He shares his take on whether Russia would really use nuclear weapons. Plus, what he thinks it will take to end the fighting and why the outcome impacts the United States. But first, we’re getting a sense of the mood and the conditions on the ground in Ukraine from an American volunteer and veteran. Dane Miller is the chief logistics officer and director of operations for Volunteers for Ukraine, an American organization that has been providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine since last year. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by StitchFix.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com 

The news to know for Friday, February 24, 2023! We'll update you about the war in Ukraine one year since Russia invaded: how the U.S. and the world are marking the milestone. Also, a new report reveals details about what happened in the moments before a toxic train derailment in Ohio. Plus, a shortage of a popular prescription drug, a car partnering with Google to bring YouTube to your dashboard, and this season of Major League Soccer will be different than in years past.  Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by StitchFix.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

The news to know for Thursday, February 23, 2023! We'll tell you about a massive snowstorm and heatwave hitting the U.S. at the same time. Also, there's a new development in a case that's been shrouded in mystery since the 1960s: the assassination of Malcolm X.  Plus, a warning about certain eye drops to avoid, new places where you can expect to see Bing's AI-powered chatbot, and an upcoming collaboration that will bring superstar rivals together. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and StitchFix.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

The news to know for Wednesday, February 22, 2023! We'll tell you about two leaders with opposite visions for the world's future, drawing battle lines in eastern Europe. Also, there's a controversial new policy for the U.S.-Mexico border, and a monster winter storm is stretching across 2,600 miles of the country. Plus, one American city approved a first-of-its-kind discrimination law, results are in from companies testing out a four-day workweek, and how do you feel about oil in your coffee? A new Starbucks drink is coming. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by StitchFix.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

The news to know for Tuesday, February 21, 2023! What to know about President Biden's surprise trip to Ukraine: how the White House kept it a secret and what the president announced while he was there.  Also, two of the most consequential cases involving big tech: we'll explain what the Supreme Court is considering this week. Plus, a new study compares the immunity you build up from getting Covid-19 vs. getting a vaccination, one airline says it's making it easier for families to fly, and Mardi Gras celebrations are happening today. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and StitchFix.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

The news to know for Monday, February 20, 2023! We're talking about America's latest warnings for China and Russia, including what's considered the strongest accusation yet.  Also, on this Presidents Day, well wishes are coming for an American president going into end-of-life care.  Plus, some classic books are getting revised for modern times, a major change is coming to Instagram and Facebook, and three big sporting events happened over the weekend, including a couple that made history. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by StitchFix.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Americans love football. Last weekend’s Super Bowl was the third-most-watched television event of all time. But despite its popularity, statistics show youth participation in tackle football has trended down in recent years. Some parents don’t want to let their kids play because of safety concerns but America is divided on this issue. Even the American Academy of Pediatrics is still debating what the recommendations should be for youth football. Today, we’ll hear from one of the people working to craft those guidelines. Dr. Andy Peterson is the team physician for the Iowa Hawkeyes football team and his research focuses on youth sports and the validation of sideline concussion tests. He shares his reasons for allowing kids to play tackle football.  But first, we’re talking about specific data that suggests why some communities are more supportive than others of kids playing tackle football. Mariah Warner is a PhD candidate at The Ohio State University and she’s the lead author of a first-of-its-kind study.  Mariah Warner’s research Dr. Peterson’s research Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy.  To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com 

The news to know for Friday, February 17, 2023! We'll update you about a grand jury out of Georgia that's been investigating former President Trump and his allies: what criminal charges it's now recommending. Also, what federal officials are now saying about a toxic train derailment in Ohio as lawsuits start piling up. Plus, where there's a new law giving women time off work for period pain, the odd, human-like AI responses showing up on the search engine, Bing, and the world's biggest Carnival is making a comeback today. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. Sign-up for our weekly email newsletter with extra news stories, random recommendations, listener features and more: www.theNewsWorthy.com/email  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy.  To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com