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Virus Milestone, Justices Back College Athletes & Spielberg's Netflix Deal- Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021 Jun 22, 2021

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The news to know for Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021!

We'll tell you about another sign showing the U.S. is turning a corner in the COVID-19 crisis and how the future of the pandemic could depend on young adults.

Also, a victory for student-athletes at the Supreme Court. They could soon be getting more rewards from their colleges.

Plus, a closely-watched election in New York City, a groundbreaking announcement from an NFL player, and a big-name director making movies for Netflix.

Those stories and more in just 10 minutes!

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Dangerous Tropical Storm, 300 Million Shots & Prime Day Deals- Monday, June 21st, 2021 Jun 21, 2021

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The news to know for Monday, June 21st, 2021!

What to know about the path of a deadly storm that's left a trail of damage in at least five U.S. states so far. It's expected to get worse before it gets better.

Also, nearly a dozen American mayors promising to pay reparations to Black residents.

Plus, a possible turning point for the cruise industry, a major U.S. airline cutting flights during a travel boom, and what to buy and what to skip on Amazon's Prime Day.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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Special Edition: Countdown to the Olympics Jun 19, 2021

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We're less than five weeks from the start of the summer Olympics in Tokyo. Organizers are trying to keep things safe by keeping strict rules in place. We're talking about everything from daily COVID-19 testing to mandated mask-wearing and high-five bans.

Today we'll hear from the chief medical officer for U.S. Soccer, Dr. George Chiampas, who will be traveling to Japan. He spoke with our main host Erica Mandy about safety regulations and his own expectations ahead of the games.

Then we'll talk to skateboarding national champion Bryce Wettstein. This is actually the first time skateboarding has been included as an Olympic sport. She'll talk about what this historic moment means to her and how the pandemic impacted her training.

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Obamacare Survives, New National Holiday & Star Athletes Sidelined- Friday, June 18th, 2021 Jun 18, 2021

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The news to know for Friday, June 18th, 2021!

What to know about two key decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court. One pitted religion against LGBTQ rights. The other was about the future of Obamacare.

Also, COVID-19 might be slowing down, but another respiratory illness is now on the rise in the U.S.

Plus, Spotify's new rival to the Clubhouse app, top athletes taking themselves out of competition, and how much people are spending on Father's Day this year.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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U.S.-Russia Future, Record Heatwave & Victoria's Secret Angels Replaced- Thursday, June 17th, 2021 Jun 17, 2021

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The news to know for Thursday, June 17th, 2021!

We'll tell you about the red lines drawn at President Biden's first meeting with his Russian counterpart.

Also, a brutal heatwave in the western U.S. is getting even worse, breaking several records and worsening a historic drought.

Plus, another shortage that could affect your 4th of July plans, extreme rebranding for Victoria's Secret, and what could be the newest federal holiday in the U.S.

All that and more in around 10 minutes...

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Biden-Putin Summit, Toxic Makeup? & Charitable Giving Record- Wednesday, June 16th, 2021 Jun 16, 2021

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The news to know for Wednesday, June 16th, 2021!

We'll tell you what's on the agenda for a crucial meeting between President Biden and Russian President Putin and why the rest of the world will be watching.

Also, new plans for a Texas border wall. People from around the world are now being asked to donate.

Plus, a report about toxic chemicals in makeup, what new rules athletes will have to follow at the Olympic games, and a new record from 2020 that Americans can be proud of.

Those stories and more in about 10 minutes!

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600K American Deaths, QAnon Warning & Theme Parks Comeback- Tuesday, June 15th, 2021 Jun 15, 2021

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The news to know for Tuesday, June 15th, 2021!

We'll tell you about a painful milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic and another vaccine that could help end it.

Also, a new warning about QAnon followers. The so-called digital soldiers may become more violent in the real world.

Plus, why older cars are on the road these days, a new predicament for the Girl Scouts, and what to know before booking your next trip to a theme park.

Those stories and more in just 10 minutes!

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DOJ Data Seizure, Netanyahu Out & $28B Space Ride- Monday, June 14th, 2021 Jun 14, 2021

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The news to know for Monday, June 14th, 2021!

We'll tell you about private emails and text messages seized by the U.S. government: who the targets were and what the Justice Department was looking for.

Also, President Biden's busy week continues. What he's accomplished so far on his trip abroad and what's next on the agenda.

Plus, another record-breaking heatwave affecting a large part of the U.S., how much a spare ticket to space went for at auction, and some exciting news that's personal to The NewsWorthy family.

Those stories and more in just 10 minutes!

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Special Edition: Movie Theaters Comeback in a Streaming Age Jun 12, 2021

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Big blockbuster movies are making a comeback this summer, both on the big screen and at home. Today we're talking about how the last year may have permanently changed how people watch movies and how that's affecting the box office, movie theaters and Hollywood as a whole.

We're joined today by Jeff Bock. He's a senior media analyst at a firm called Exhibitor Relations in Los Angeles. It's an established leader in entertainment data. Jeff is discussing the future of theaters versus streaming services and sharing some summer movie predictions.

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New Infrastructure Deal, Delta Variant Threat & Wedding Boom- Friday, June 11th, 2021 Jun 11, 2021

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The news to know for Friday, June 11th, 2021!

What to know about the current American president and British prime minister stepping into the shoes of FDR and Churchill. They revised a historic charter for a new era.

Also, the latest COVID-19 variant in the U.S. Some experts are worried about it, but others aren't.

Plus, where scientists are recognizing a new ocean, how a big tennis rivalry is breaking a record today, and why a young boy decided to sell his most prized possession, warming hearts all around the country.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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