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Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements is your daily news rundown from Betches News–because the world’s a mess, and someone’s gotta explain it. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage cuts through the chaos to break down what actually matters, one unhinged headline at a time. All in under 10 minutes, so you can stay informed without spiraling.

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Monday, January 13th, 2025 - LA wildfires; Trump & Menendez sentencing updates; NATO’s Trump-proofing; Job gains; Meta DEI cut Jan 13, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: Wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed 16 lives, damaged over 10,000 structures, and forced 100,000 residents to evacuate, with curfews and nearly 30 arrests aimed at curbing looting. Governor Newsom issued an executive order to fast-track rebuilding and extend price gouging protections. President-elect Trump received an unconditional discharge in his felony case, while DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith resigned ahead of Trump’s inauguration as NATO shifted Poland’s air defenses to prepare for the upcoming Trump administration. European strategies. December job gains exceeded forecasts, lowering unemployment to 4.1% but possibly delaying Fed rate cuts. Meta ended its DEI programs following Supreme Court rulings, and prosecutors recommended 15 years for Senator Bob Menendez after his bribery conviction.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Friday, January 10th, 2025 - LA fires & Trump sentencing updates; Carter honored; Union giants merge; Title IX ruling; Vatican’s 1st female leader Jan 10, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: Wildfires in Los Angeles continue to devastate the region, forcing 180,000 evacuations as federal aid is deployed. Jimmy Carter’s state funeral was held in D.C., with President Biden delivering a heartfelt eulogy. Donald Trump faces sentencing in his New York case today after failed legal maneuvers, while a phone call with Justice Alito raises ethical concerns. The AFL-CIO and SEIU announced a powerful union merger, and a federal judge struck down expanded Title IX protections for transgender students. Finally, Pope Francis appointed Sister Simona Brambilla to lead a major Vatican office, marking a historic first for women in the Church.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Thursday, January 9th, 2025 - LA wildfires devastate; Trump fights court battles; NC justice blocked; Santos delays sentencing for podcast funds Jan 09, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: Massive wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed 5 lives, destroyed thousands of homes, and forced 80,000 evacuations, with 0% containment as hurricane-force winds fuel the flames. Meanwhile, Trump’s legal maneuvers continue as he seeks Supreme Court intervention to block sentencing for his 34 felony convictions and delays the DOJ's 2020 election interference report. In North Carolina, the Republican-majority Supreme Court blocked certification of a Democratic justice’s election, citing disputed ballots. Lastly, George Santos asked to delay his sentencing to fundraise via his podcast and other ventures, facing fines and possible prison time.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 - Meta scraps fact-checking; Cannon blocks Trump report; Minneapolis police reforms; JAMA study; Medical debt off credit report Jan 08, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: Meta announced it’s ending its fact-checking program, replacing it with community notes and undoing limits on political content in feeds. Meanwhile, Dana White, UFC president and Trump ally, joined Meta’s board. Judge Aileen Cannon temporarily blocked Special Counsel Jack Smith’s report on Trump’s classified documents and election interference cases, pending appeal. Trump criticized former President Carter during his press conference and hinted at military action to control the Panama Canal and Greenland. Donald Trump Jr. visited Greenland as a private citizen but received no official meetings, while Greenland reaffirmed it’s not for sale. Minneapolis and the DOJ reached a consent decree to implement mandatory police reforms after George Floyd's killing. A new study found fewer than 0.1% of teens receive gender-affirming care, despite 3% identifying as transgender in a recent CDC survey. The Biden administration announced plans to remove medical debt from credit reports and eliminate $15 billion in medical debt, expected to improve credit scores for over 15 million Americans.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 - Trudeau resigns; Trump certified; Bird flu death; Social Security boost; Lead in baby food; Giuliani contempt Jan 07, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: Justin Trudeau is stepping down as Canada’s prime minister after nearly 10 years, staying on until the Liberal Party picks a successor ahead of March elections. Meanwhile, Congress certified Donald Trump’s election win without drama, and the U.S. reported its first bird flu death in Louisiana. President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, boosting payments for public workers, while the FDA introduced voluntary lead limits for baby food to reduce exposure by up to 30%. Rudy Giuliani was held in contempt of court for not turning over assets in a $150M defamation case.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Monday, January 6th, 2025 - Alcohol-Cancer link; Johnson re-elected; Trump remains a felon; Winter storms; NYC congestion fees, Carter funeral Jan 06, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: The Surgeon General announced a new advisory linking alcohol to increased cancer risks for seven types of cancer, calling for updated warnings on beverages. Mike Johnson was re-elected as House Speaker, while a judge in Donald Trump’s New York hush money case denied his dismissal request but issued an “unconditional discharge,” leaving Trump a convicted felon without incarceration. Winter storms are affecting 63 million Americans across the Midwest and East Coast, and New York City’s new congestion pricing begins today, charging drivers $9 to enter parts of Manhattan.Lastly, Jimmy Carter’s state funeral observances have begun, with his motorcade traveling from Georgia to Washington, D.C.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Friday, January 3rd, 2025 - New Year attacks update; Speaker vote; Siri settlement; Top on time airlines Jan 03, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: Updates on the New Year’s attacks reveal that the New Orleans suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, acted alone, leaving explosives near the scene and posting ISIS-related videos before the attack. Meanwhile, the Vegas Cybertruck attacker, Green Beret Matthew Livelsberger, died from a gunshot before the explosion, with no link found between the incidents. House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a critical vote today, backed by Trump, who announced a pre-inauguration rally for January 19. Apple agreed to a $95M settlement over Siri eavesdropping claims, potentially compensating users about $20 per device. Lastly, Aeromexico was named the most on-time airline of 2024, followed by Saudia and Delta, the top U.S. carrier.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 - ISIS attack; Cybertruck explosion; US treasury hack; Norovirus surge; Trump’s sexual abuse verdict stands Jan 02, 2025

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Today’s Headlines: The year started with tragedy as a man drove into a crowd on Bourbon Street, killing 10 and injuring 31, in an apparent ISIS-inspired attack. Hours later, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside Trump International in Las Vegas, injuring 7. Though connections between the two incidents are unclear, both vehicles came from the same rental company. Meanwhile, the US Treasury revealed a major cyberattack by a Chinese state-sponsored group, norovirus cases are surging nationwide, and Donald Trump lost his federal appeal, leaving him liable for $5 million to E. Jean Carroll.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Monday, December 30th, 2024 - Carter dies; MAGA feud; Homelessness spike; Medicare cap; Migrant app; 37 Tornadoes; OR hikers death Dec 30, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Former President Jimmy Carter passed away at 100, leaving behind a legacy as the longest-living U.S. president. Meanwhile, MAGA infighting escalated over immigration policies, particularly H-1B visas, with tech leaders like Elon Musk clashing with traditionalists. Trump eventually backed the visas, citing their benefit to his businesses. Homelessness surged by 18% in 2024, disproportionately affecting Black Americans and families, though veteran homelessness declined. Medicare's new $2,000 cap on prescription drug costs begins in January, saving millions. Mexico unveiled an app to aid migrants under Trump’s looming immigration policies. A deadly storm system spawned tornadoes across the South, killing four. Lastly, a tragic search for Sasquatch in Oregon resulted in two men’s deaths, proving some myths come at a high cost.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Friday, December 27th, 2024 - Israel strikes Yemen; Russia hits Ukraine; Int’l student travel warnings, NY climate act; WA H5N1 outbreak; Williamson eyes DNC Dec 27, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Israel launched airstrikes in Yemen targeting Houthi-controlled sites after recent missile and drone attacks, while Biden condemned Russia’s Christmas Day assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. U.S. universities urged international students to return early ahead of Trump’s inauguration, fearing potential travel bans. New York passed the Climate Change Superfund Act, requiring major polluters to pay for climate damages. In Washington, a bird flu outbreak at a wildlife sanctuary killed 20 large mammals, including over half the big cats. Lastly, Marianne Williamson announced her candidacy for DNC chair, pushing for party reform to avoid electoral setbacks.

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Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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