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The news to know for Monday, October 24, 2022! We’ll tell you why the student loan forgiveness plan is now on hold, and what the White House is telling people about applying. Also: why a former White House adviser is going to prison, and we’ll explain a change to your 401(k) starting next year. Plus: what to know about a holiday today celebrated by more than a billion people, the two teams heading to the World Series, and the two records Taylor Swift set in one day. 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. This episode is brought to you by ZocDoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The midterms are just a little more than two weeks away at this point. Today, we’re answering some of the top questions about voting and what’s expected in this year’s elections. We’re joined by Stephanie Young, the executive director of “When We All Vote.” It’s a nonpartisan organization focused on educating voters about the process and helping people get registered to vote. Know your voting rights See what’s on your ballot This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, October 21, 2022! What to know about a major shake-up in leadership overseas that will mark the shortest tenure for a prime minister in British history. Also: a new rule impacts U.S. military troops who want abortions, and what the Supreme Court said about a challenge to the government’s student loan forgiveness plan. Plus: what it means if the CDC adds Covid vaccines to its list of routine immunizations, the jury’s verdict in a case against actor Kevin Spacey, new details of how Netflix plans to crackdown on password-sharing, and why hundreds of strangers showed up to give a special kid an early Halloween …  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. This episode is sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider 

The news to know for Thursday, October 20, 2022! We’ll tell you what’s behind some of those political ads you’ve been seeing as spending on this year’s midterms is on track to set a record, and what it means that Russian President Putin has declared martial law. Also: the FDA has authorized a new option for a Covid-19 booster. How it’s different, and who’s eligible.  Plus: why health officials want to pull a certain pregnancy drug off the market, what to know about the different types of dates on our food labels, and when you can see a light show in the sky this week…  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. This episode is sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, October 19, 2022! We’ll tell you about winter coming early for millions of Americans, and where cold temperatures are setting records.  Also, what the president is expected to announce today in his efforts to lower gas prices, and what leaders of both political parties say they’ll do if they win control of Congress after the midterms.  Plus: the IRS just made a big adjustment to next year’s tax rules, Apple revealed its newest iPads, and what Google says will be the most popular Halloween costume this year…  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. This episode is sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, October 18, 2022! What to know about the latest wave of attacks on Ukraine’s capital city, and which country Russia is likely getting their weapons from. Also: what two new reports found about the Trump White House, and why some economists now say a recession is inevitable. Plus: which social media platform Kanye ‘Ye’ West says he’s buying (and why), how to know if American Airlines owes you money, and what Netflix hopes you’ll do now instead of sharing passwords… 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. This episode is sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, October 17, 2022! We’ll tell you about an arrest an entire California community had been waiting for, and about a reversal from the White House when it comes to immigration. Also: what to know about the application for student loan debt relief now that it’s been made available. Plus: today’s tax deadline, a new rule for hearing aids goes into effect today that could impact millions of Americans, and what new data tell us about the cost of your holiday travel…  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. This episode is brought to you by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy  Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider 

Today we’re talking about the beauty filters so many people use on social media. What’s the impact of this sort of warped reality on self-worth? The research shows it’s significant, especially for young girls, and that’s true even when we all know these types of filters exist. First, you’ll hear from researcher Claire Pescott. Her research and expertise focus on how social media filters influence children even as young as 10 years old. Then later, we’re joined by a social media influencer who is breaking stereotypes and having a positive impact online. Jessamyn Stanley shares how she stays unfiltered online and gives her take on social media trolls who try to put her down. This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider 

The news to know for Friday, October 14, 2022! What to know about the latest January 6th committee hearing, including a vote to subpoena Trump to testify, some new evidence revealed, and the former president’s response to it all. Also: what the latest numbers tell us about inflation, and what a jury decided about the Parkland school shooter that shocked some of the victims’ families. Plus: the FDA’s warning about Adderall, how much Netflix plans to charge for its ad-supported subscription option (and when it’s launching), and you can now use your Starbucks rewards points for travel…   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. This episode is brought to you by Indeed.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 Thursday, October 13, 2022! We’ll tell you what to expect from what could be the final January 6th Committee hearing, including some new evidence, and what to know about a jury’s decision to order the largest defamation payout in U.S. history. Also: a major announcement expected today that could mean more money each month for millions of Americans, and which kids are now authorized to get the new Covid booster. Plus: Disneyland prices are going up again, how TikTok is chasing after Spotify, and why Elon Musk says he’s a perfume salesman now… 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. This episode is sponsored by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider