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The day’s news made fast, fair and fun – in 15 minutes. Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always ‘gets’ both sides. She’s a veteran journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources — brought together in one, convenient place (and with a friendly twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday!

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# of Cases 10x Higher, First Team Sport Returns & 50 Years of Pride- Friday, June 26th, 2020 Jun 26, 2020

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The news to know for Friday, June 26th, 2020!

We're explaining:

how many people the CDC chief says have been infected with COVID-19
updated coronavirus risk factors, including pregnancy
how an online petition convinced authorities to investigate an in-custody death
women's soccer testing the 'bubble' theory
YouTube taking on Tik Tok
50 years of PRIDE

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today.

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Sources:

Coronavirus New Daily Record: WaPo, CNN, Johns Hopkins

Millions More Americans May Have Had COVID-19: AP, Reuters, WaPo, Axios, NBC News

Who's Most at Risk: STAT, AP, USA Today, CDC (see full list)

Some States Pause Reopening: AP, NBC News, Axios

U.S. Jobless Claims: WSJ, Axios, USA Today

CO Elijah McClain Death Investigated: Denver Post, CNN, ABC News

Disney Ride to Get Rebranded: CNN, AP, NPR, Disney Parks

Dixie Chicks Name Change: NBC News, LA Times, Instagram, March March Video

YouTube Tests 15 Sec Videos: TechCrunch, YouTube

Facebook Old News Warning: Engadget, The Hill, Cnet, Facebook

NWSL Returns to Play: WSJ, WaPo, ESPN

Pride Month Events: KGO, NY Times, AP, Global Pride 2020

Feel Good Friday: Oldest Golden Retriever in History: CNN, Today, FOX News

New Virus Records, Bottled Water Warning & Fireworks Sales Boom (+ Pandemic Travel Guide)- Thursday, June 25th, 2020 Jun 25, 2020

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The news to know for Thursday, June 25th, 2020!

What to know today about:

a new record peak in daily COVID-19 cases
the travel advisory trying to slow the spread of the virus
President Trump sending protection to certain statues
historic changes coming to this year's DNC
a warning about one particular brand of bottled water
big boom in fireworks sales

...and more in less than 10 minutes!

Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview. Our guest explains what to consider if you plan to travel anytime soon...

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned.

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Sources:

New COVID-19 Records: NBC News, CNN, WaPo, WSJ, Johns Hopkins

States Impose Quarantine on Travelers: CNBC, USA Today, AP, Reuters

U.S. Marshals, National Guard Deployed: WaPo, FOX News, AP, USA Today, WaPo, Tweet

Seattle Protesters Leaving: CNN, Seattle Times, KOMO

Congress Stalled on Policing Bills: Axios, Reuters, Politico, WSJ, FOX News

Nearly All-Virtual Democratic Convention: Axios, AP, Reuters, WSJ

Amazon Fraud Crackdown: CNBC, The Verge, Amazon

Whole Foods Bottled Water Warning: CNN, USA Today, FOX Business, Consumer Reports

Fireworks Sales Boom: CNN, The Atlantic, NBC News, Business Insider

NASA Names Headquarters after "Hidden Figure:" NASA, CBS News, Engadget

Next Few Weeks "Critical", Hospital Price Tags & So Long Segway- Wednesday, June 24th, 2020 Jun 24, 2020

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The news to know for Wednesday, June 24th, 2020!

We're covering:

why these next few weeks are critical for the pandemic
mixed messages from the White House on testing
why hospital secrets could soon be revealed
an emotional show of support in sports
the end of the Segway
companies giving more paid time off

...and more in just 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...

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Sources:

Top Health Officials Testify: AP, CNN, Reuters, WaPo, NY Times, Prepared Testimony

Trump Doesn't Kid on Testing: Axios, Politico, ABC News

COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Surge: NBC News, CBS News, Arizona Republic, CNBC, Texas Tribune, Johns Hopkins

Prosecution "Pressured" in Roger Stone Trial: AP, LA Times, Reuters, Prepared Testimony

Powerful Earthquake Hits Mexico: CNN, USA Today, AP, USGS

Trump AZ Rally: Reuters, Politico, USA Today

Biden/Obama Fundraiser: Reuters, AP, Axios, WaPo

Virgin Galactic Partners with NASA: Space.com, ABC News, Virgin Galactic

Hospital Price Transparency: AP, WSJ, CNN

FBI's NASCAR Investigation: AP, CNN, ESPN

Support for Bubba Wallace: ESPN, AP, USA Today, CBS News

'30 Rock' Removing Episodes: NY Times, CBS News, Variety

Jimmy Kimmel Apology: CNN, AP, WaPo

Segway to Stop Making Scooters: AP, Engadget, Fast Company

Work Wednesday: Twitter Workers Get Election Day Off: CNBC, AP, Forbes

Foreign Workers Banned, Facebook Boycott & Baseball Returns- Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 Jun 23, 2020

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The news to know for Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020!

What to know today about:

another COVID-19 world record + we'll tell you which states in the U.S. are now thinking about reversing reopening
the Trump administration is putting new limits on foreign workers
what to expect as voters in five states go to the polls
FDA's warning about certain types of hand sanitizer
latest plan for Major League Baseball
new features in the next iPhone update

... and more in less than 10 minutes!

Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below...

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy.

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Sources:

WHO on COVID-19 Outbreaks: Reuters, AP, Politico, UN

Infections Spike in the U.S.: CBS News, Orlando Sentinel, Politico, Axios, WaPo, Johns Hopkins

NYC More Reopening: AP, WSJ, CBS News, NY Times

Fauci, Others Testify Today: AP, The Hill, Prepared Testimony

Remembering Rayshard Brooks: AJC, Reuters, NBC News

Trump Limiting Work Visas: WSJ, USA Today, NBC News, Reuters, Axios

Bolton Book Released Today: Reuters, AP, CNN, NPR

5 States Primaries: The Hill, NBC News, Roll Call

Hand Sanitizer Warning: NY Times, CBS News, FOX Business, FDA

Retailers Pull Ads from Facebook: The Hill, FOX Business, CNN, Reuters, AP

Apple's Worldwide Developers' Conference: TechCrunch, Cnet, CNBC, Mashable

MLB 60-Game Season: ESPN, USA Today, NY Times, CNN

New Stonehenge Discovery: USA Today, AP, CNN

Federal Prosecutor Fired, Trump's Tulsa Turnout & Streaming IMAX Docs- Monday, June 22nd, 2020 Jun 22, 2020

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The news to know for Monday, June 22nd, 2020!

We're talking about the latest data showing where COVID-19 cases are spiking, Why the Trump administration is facing backlash for a recent firing, and we'll recap the president's Tulsa rally, including a surprise in a stands.

Plus, IMAX and Hulu are teaming up, why there's a pocket change shortage, and how a rock star from the 90s broke a record 30 years later.

Those stories and more in 10 minutes!

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy.

Sources:

US Reports Most Infections since May 1: CNBC, NY Times, ABC News, Johns Hopkins

COVID-19 "Unlikely" to Slow: Axios, NY Times, NBC News

Officer who Shot Breonna Taylor to be Fired: Louisville Courier Journal, ABC News, NY Times, Tweet, Letter from Chief

Trump Fires Federal Prosecutor: WSJ, NY Times, USA Today, Reuters

Trump Tulsa Rally: Axios, WSJ, NBC News, Politico, Trump Campaign

BTS Fans, Tik Tok Users Troll Trump: AP, NY Times, NBC News, Reuters

Moratorium on Cruises Extended: The Verge, USA Today

NASCAR Confederate Flag Backlash: USA Today, CBS Sports, ESPN, AP, Tweet

Tiz the Law wins Belmont Stakes: ESPN, CNN, NBC Sports

Nextdoor Eliminated Forward to Police Program: The Verge, Engadget, Bloomberg

IMAX Documentaries Coming to Hulu: Hollywood Reporter, Engadget, The Verge, IMAX

Kurt Cobain's Guitar Sells for $6 Million: AP, BBC, Rolling Stone

Monday Monday - Coin Shortage: NPR, USA Today

Court Upholds DACA, Celebrating Juneteenth & Summer Solstice- Friday, June 19th, 2020 Jun 19, 2020

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The news to know for Friday, June 19th, 2020!

We're explaining the second major U.S. Supreme Court decision this week, what it means that more young people are getting COVID-19, and how the nation is observing Juneteenth differently this year.

Plus, introducing audio tweets, and we're preparing you for the weekend - from the first official day of summer to Father's Day.

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today.

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy and www.MagicSpoon.com/newsworthy

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Sources:

SCOTUS Rules Against Trump Ending DACA: NY Times, Politico, WaPo, ABC News, DHS

Trump's Tulsa Rally Tomorrow: The Oklahoman, NBC News, AP, Axios, Reuters, CBS News, CDC

Juneteenth: WSJ, ABC News, AP, WaPo, Change.org

U.S. Virus Deaths Decline: AP, Slate, The Hill, CBS News, WPEC

Your Tweet, Your Voice: Twitter, CNN

Facebook Pulls Trump Ads: The Verge, TechCrunch, AP, Reuters

Facebook Donating to Black Causes: Business Insider, Engadget, Facebook

Summer Solstice: USA Today, Accuweather

Rare 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse: Forbes, Cnet, CNN, CBS News

Father's Day: Cnet, USA Today

Espys: PEOPLE, ESPN

Feel Good Friday - Dogs Sniff out Coronavirus: Good News Network, Science Times, Study

Murder Charges for Officer, Bolton's Bombshells & Aunt Jemima Retired (+ Know the Risks in Reopening)- Thursday, June 18th, 2020 Jun 18, 2020

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The news to know for Thursday, June 18th, 2020!

What to know today about the new murder charges against a former Atlanta police officer and what to expect next.

Also, newly-released parts of the former national security advisor's upcoming book have troubling allegations against President Trump. What they are and how Trump is responding.

Plus, big changes to some well-known brands, how to turn off all political ads on social media, and Lyft goes electric.

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Then, hang out after the news for the Thing to Know Thursday bonus interview, explaining key things to consider as you choose where it's safe to venture out again.

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about our guest or any of the stories mentioned.

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy.

Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sources:

Former GA Officer Charged with Murder: NBC News, AP, Reuters, WSJ, CNN

Atlanta Police Calling Out Sick in Protest: AJC, WXIA, Tweet

Details from Bolton's Book: ABC News, WSJ, AP, FOX News, Schiff Tweet

DOJ Restraining Order: Axios, The Hill, WaPo

Veterans Mental Health Plan: AP, Stars & Stripes, ABC News, WaPo

COVID-19 Mixed Messaging: Axios, WSJ, Daily Beast, Gray DC, CNN, Johns Hopkins

NASA Honors Healthcare Workers: Space.com, AP

Aunt Jemima to Change Name, Brand: NBC News, USA Today, CBS News, MarketWatch

Other Brands Consider Phasing Out Logos: CNN, USA Today, Reuters

Boy Scouts to Create Diversity Badge: NY Times, FOX News, People, Boy Scouts

Netflix Founder Donates to HBCUs: CBS News, NY Times, CNBC

Google Donation, Black Hiring Goal: WSJ, CBS News, CNBC

Facebook and IG Make Political Ads Optional: The Verge, TechCrunch, NY Times, Zuckerberg, Facebook

Lyft to go Electric by 2030: Mashable, FOX Business, CNN

TTKT: Risk Factors in Reopening - Know What to Avoid: Erin Bromage Blog Post, CNN Opinion, PBS

"Perfect Storm" for Virus, Seattle's CHOP Zone & Aliens Might Exist- Wednesday, June 17th, 2020 Jun 17, 2020

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The news to know for Wednesday, June 17th, 2020!

We'll tell you which six states are seeing record numbers of new COVID-19 cases, and why there are new fears about a Trump campaign rally that one official called "a perfect storm" for the virus.

Also, why the U.S. is suing to stop a tell-all book from making it to the public.

Plus, a new promising and affordable COVID-19 treatment, retail sales rebound, and the calculation that shows aliens might really exist in our galaxy...

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy.

Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sources:

6 States New Coronavirus Records: Reuters, USA Today, CNN

Trump Tulsa Rally Concerns: NY Times, Politico, Oklahoma Guidance, Tweet

Trump Executive Order: AP, Reuters, Axios, WSJ, WaPo

Senate to Introduce Police Reform Bill Today: AP, Axios, Politico

Seattle CHOP: WaPo, AP, FOX News, Seattle PI

Trump Administration Sues John Bolton: CNN, USA Today, CBS News

Steroid Improves Survival for COVID-19 Patients: AP, Reuters, Stat

Amazon Uses Tech to Enforce Social Distancing: Engadget, Business Insider, CNBC, Reuters Retail Sales Rebound: NY Times, Axios, WSJ

30+ Alien Civilizations Possible: Fox News, CNN, Axios

Work Wednesday: Small Businesses Optimistic: Fox News, Business Insider

Supreme Court Surprise, Trump Tackles Police Reform & ADHD Video Game - Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 Jun 16, 2020

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The news to know for Tuesday, June 16th, 2020!

What to know today about a surprise ruling in the U.S. Supreme Court and how it's meant to protect millions more American workers.

Also, President Trump says he wants to hold the "bad apples" accountable. How he plans to address police reform starting today.

Plus, T-Mobile faces a widespread outage, a video game could treat ADHD in kids, and the Oscars get delayed...

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Head to www.TheNewsWorthy.com under the section titled 'Episodes' to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see sources below...

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy.

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Sources:

SCOTUS Protects LGBTQ: NY Times, AP, Reuters, WSJ, Axios

Trump to Sign Executive Order: Reuters, WSJ, USA Today, WaPo, Politico, CBS News

Coronavirus Global Update: NY Times, BBC, AP, Reuters, Johns Hopkins

FDA Revokes Hydroxychloroquine Authorization: CNN, Reuters, WaPo, NBC News, FDA

T-Mobile Outage: AP, Reuters, LA Times, T-Mobile

United Airlines Stricter Mask Requirements: CNN, Business Insider, United

DOT Providing Cloth Masks: USA Today, Reuters

Jeff Bezos Congressional Testimony: NPR, Politico, CNN, WSJ

Video Game to Treat ADHD: Stat, The Verge, AP, FDA

MLB Negotiations: USA Today, ESPN, AP, WSJ

NBA Players Divided on Returning: Axios, CBS Sports, ESPN

WNBA Season to Resume in July: Bleacher Report, AP

2021 Oscars Delayed: The Verge, Variety, LA Times

Another Shooting Fuels Outrage, Rethinking Reopenings & First Black 'Bachelor'- Monday, June 15th, 2020 Jun 15, 2020

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The news to know for Monday, June 15th, 2020!

What to know about another controversial police shooting, this time in Atlanta. We'll walk you through what the video shows, who lost their jobs, and what happens next.

Also, the backlash that prompted President Trump to reschedule his campaign rally.

Plus, how some sports might use fake fans in the stands, get ready for the end of HBO Go, and how one man is making Bachelor history.

Those stories and more in 10 minutes!

This episode is brought to you by www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy.

Sources:

Atlanta Police Shooting: AJC, NBC News, CBS News, USA Today, AP

Police Footage, Body Cam 1, Body Cam 2, Dashcam, Surveillance

Weekend Protests: AP, WaPo, CNN

Trump West Point Commencement: ABC News, NY Times, WSJ

Trump Delays Juneteenth Rally: USA Today, Axios, AP, Politico, Reuters

Transgender Protections Erased: Reuters, NPR, WSJ, HHS

U.S. Coronavirus Hotspots: WaPo, Reuters, CNN, CBS News, Johns Hopkins