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House Divided, Contagious New Variant & Smart Tech Unveiled- Thursday, January 5, 2023 Jan 05, 2023

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The news to know for Thursday, January 5, 2023!

What to know about the battle for the gavel: how a crucial political contest is playing out while the U.S. House is at a standstill.

Also, the good and bad news about the latest Covid-19 variant sweeping the country.

Plus, big American companies are announcing thousands of layoffs, why there's new interest in women's sports, and what up-and-coming technology is on display today: from TVs to toilets.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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House Speaker Standoff, 'Brutal' Storm Coming & Stay for Pay?- Wednesday, January 4, 2023 Jan 04, 2023

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The news to know for Wednesday, January 4, 2023!

Lawmakers haven't been able to agree on a House speaker. We'll tell you what happens now.

Also, the FDA may have just made abortion more accessible in parts of the U.S.

And football fans are supporting the NFL player who collapsed during a game.

Plus, where people are bracing for what could be a "brutal" storm today, Southwest's latest attempt to win back customers' trust, and more companies are giving raises to employees: we'll tell you how much the average worker is getting for their loyalty.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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NFL Player Collapsed, Congress Returns & RIP Barbara Walters - Tuesday, January 3, 2023 Jan 03, 2023

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The news to know for Tuesday, January 3, 2023!

We're talking about another winter storm that could bring heavy snow or tornadoes to millions of Americans this week.

Also, we'll tell you what happened seconds before an NFL player collapsed and what athletic trainers did immediately after, right on the field.

And the newly-elected Congress meets for the first time on Capitol Hill.

Plus, what new laws took effect in the new year, how the world is remembering a former pope and a broadcasting icon, and a national championship game set: how the top two teams in college football made history on the way to the finals.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Special Edition: 2022 Year in Review Dec 31, 2022

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With just hours left in 2022, we're reflecting on the year that was with a roundup of some of the topics we covered in our Special Edition Saturday episodes. And we covered a lot – including some of the major headlines of the year like Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and the midterm election.

There was also everything from record-breaking inflation to the debate over student loan forgiveness. And we'll spotlight some of the lighter topics we talked about this year, like what Web3 really means, the history of daylight saving time, and more. So before we welcome 2023, here's a look back at 2022.

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$1.7T Bill Signed, Buffalo Reopens & RIP Pelé- Friday, December 30, 2022 Dec 30, 2022

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The news to know for Friday, December 30, 2022!

We'll tell you what made it into the new government funding package President Biden just signed and how Southwest Airlines is promising to make things right with the thousands of customers who had their travel plans upended this week.

Plus, why the FDA is under fire for approving a controversial Alzheimer's drug last year, who's paying tribute to the man often considered the greatest soccer player of all time, and how one random act of kindness inspired more than a decade of paying it forward.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Storm Response Criticized, New Travel Requirement & Avatar 2's Milestone - Thursday, December 29, 2022 Dec 29, 2022

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The news to know for Thursday, December 29, 2022!

What to know about the ongoing frustration for Southwest Airlines passengers and how the company's rivals are stepping in to help.

Also, there's a new rule for travelers coming from China that's meant to keep another wave of Covid-19 from coming to the U.S.

Plus, predictions for gas prices in 2023, a possible Bill Cosby comeback tour, and the big box office milestone for one new movie.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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SWA 'Meltdown', Border Policy Stays & NYE Preps- Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Dec 28, 2022

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The news to know for Wednesday, December 28, 2022!

We'll update you about travel issues that could take days to fix and what stranded passengers are now owed.

Also, a new decision from the Supreme Court about immigration and what it means for the surge at the border.

Plus, why the FDA is now looking into CBD products, why LinkedIn says the U.S. is now seeing two different labor markets, and the final New Year's Eve preps: what to expect from the big ball drop in New York City.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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'Blizzard of the Century', Migrants at VP's Home & Happy Kwanzaa - Tuesday, December 27, 2022 Dec 27, 2022

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The news to know for Tuesday, December 27, 2022!

What to know about the massive winter storm that's been impacting most of the U.S. with thousands of power outages, busted pipes, and flight cancelations.

Also, we'll tell you what one soon-to-be congressman has to say about lying on his resume.

And the latest clash between the White House and the Texas governor landed on the vice president's doorstep.

Plus, a decade-high surge in attacks on the U.S. power grid, what Americans spent more money on this holiday season, and how Americans are celebrating Kwanzaa.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Special Edition: Celebrating the Good of 2022 Dec 24, 2022

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On this Christmas Eve, we're taking a break from the serious headlines and focusing only on positive news stories that resonated with audiences this year. The founder of "Good Good Good" and creator of the Goodnewspaper Branden Harvey joins us again for what's become an annual year-in-review here.

If you're not familiar, "Good Good Good" is an independent media company focused on the good in the world. Today, we're talking about how to seek out more good in the news each day and how to become the good news in our own lives. Plus, Branden shares some of the most popular stories from Good Good Good's website and social media as we celebrate the good of 2022.

The good news stories referenced in this episode:

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Holiday Travel Chaos, $1.7T Budget & Netflix Cracks Down- Friday, December 23, 2022 Dec 23, 2022

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The news to know for Friday, December 23, 2022!

We're talking about the dramatic winter storms impacting most Americans today and the chaos they're causing for holiday travel and gift deliveries.

Also, from healthcare to disaster assistance: what's in the major government spending bill that passed the Senate this week.

Plus, what TikTok says about its own employees misusing their power to get their hands on user data, why football fans might want to get a YouTube TV subscription, and when Netflix is expected to crack down on password sharing.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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