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Rally Joke Backlash, Ballot Boxes Damaged & Election Betting Grows - Tuesday, October 29, 2024 Oct 29, 2024

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The news to know for Tuesday, October 29, 2024!

We have an update from the campaign trail—just one week away from Election Day: what's planned for the presidential candidates' closing arguments, and why a joke from one rally speaker is facing bipartisan backlash.

Also, who is now suing Elon Musk over his million-dollar-a-day sweepstakes.

Plus, how hundreds of ballots were damaged in the Pacific Northwest, which popular trading platform just joined the election-betting market, and why America's largest bank is suing some of its own customers (hint: it has to do with a viral TikTok trend).

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Israel Strikes Iran, Star-Studded Rallies & World Series Ratings - Monday, October 28, 2024 Oct 28, 2024

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The news to know for Monday, October 28, 2024!

We'll catch up on how the presidential candidates are trying to reach voters—and this time, they weren't just in the seven swing states.

And what to know about hackers trying to access former President Trump's cell phone.

Also, Israel has now carried out its attack on Iran, while talks for a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas have finally started up again.

Plus, a star-studded benefit concert for hurricane victims raised millions of dollars, NASA astronauts who were stuck in space have returned home (though one had to go to the hospital), and it's already become the most-watched World Series in years. We've got an update on viewership and one star player's injury.

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Special Edition: Skepticism Without Cynicism - Navigating News, Media & AI Oct 26, 2024

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In honor of the 10th annual U.S. Media Literacy Week, we're talking about how to navigate the constant flood of information in today's media world.

We discuss how to decipher what's accurate – or not; what's real – or AI; what bias could be at play; and how to be a skeptic – without cynicism.

Check out our one-page "cheat sheet" with seven key questions to ask yourself to improve your media literacy. Get the download at thenewsworthy.com/medialiteracy.

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AI for Nat'l Security, Celebs Campaigning & Trending Costumes - Friday, October 25, 2024 Oct 25, 2024

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The news to know for Friday, October 25, 2024!

What to know about the White House urging U.S. agencies to take advantage of AI… ASAP.

And, we'll take you to the campaign trail: which big-name celebrities are turning out for both presidential candidates.

Also, why President Biden is making a historic apology.

Plus, how other fast-food chains are taking action now after an E. coli outbreak was linked to McDonald's, all about one of the most anticipated World Series matchups in years that starts tonight, and we'll tell you the top trending Halloween costume in 2024.

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Election Stress, Boeing Union Rejects Deal & Fake Reviews Banned - Thursday, October 24, 2024 Oct 24, 2024

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The news to know for Thursday, October 24, 2024!

We'll tell you how both presidential candidates have now responded to comments from Trump's former chief of staff.

All while a new survey proves most Americans, regardless of party, are stressed about the election.

Also, U.S. officials are calling it a 'serious escalation.' What to know about North Korea sending troops to Russia.

Plus, we'll tell you what Boeing's largest union decided about whether or not to end its strike, why American Airlines is facing a record fine for violations, and how this year's World Series is selling high-priced tickets fast.

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Early Voter Turnout, Outbreak Linked to McDonald's & FAA Clears Way for Air Taxis - Wednesday, October 23, 2024 Oct 23, 2024

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The news to know for Wednesday, October 23, 2024!

We'll tell you about record-breaking voter turnout so far and the latest from the campaign trail.

Also, the Trump White House's longest-serving chief of staff had a lot to say about his time with Trump, and it isn't good, though the Trump campaign calls it all 'debunked stories.'

Plus, the FAA took a major step to clear the way for electric air taxis, an E. coli outbreak has been linked to McDonald's, and a five-year follow-up to one city's experiment to pay thousands of dollars to remote workers willing to move there.

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'Toss-Up' Races, Free OTC Birth Control & NBA Season Starts - Tuesday, October 22, 2024 Oct 22, 2024

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The news to know for Tuesday, October 22, 2024!

We'll tell you how the presidential candidates are trying to capture every undecided voter in swing states just two weeks out from Election Day.

And, why the presidential race is not the only one that could have a major impact on Capitol Hill. The control of Congress is at stake.

Also, a new push from the White House to offer free over-the-counter birth control.

Plus, NASA is preparing four people for a Mars mission, the two big changes coming to X that's causing some controversy, and Chick-fil-A is about to launch a media app.

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Musk's $1M-a-Day Giveaway, Georgia Dock Collapse & World Series Matchup - Monday, October 21, 2024 Oct 21, 2024

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The news to know for Monday, October 21, 2024!

We have updates from the campaign trail, including former President Trump serving up fries—and controversy—at McDonald's.

And, a new promise from Elon Musk to give away a million dollars every day until Election Day has some election law experts raising red flags. We'll explain.

Also, what to know about a Georgia dock collapse and severe flooding in New Mexico.

Plus, there's a new deal that could end the strike at Boeing, what we know about a frozen waffle recall, and get ready for a World Series matchup between two of the most popular teams in baseball.

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Special Edition: Death Threats, Panic Buttons & Worker Turnover Ahead of Election Day Oct 19, 2024

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From bulletproof glass and panic buttons at polling places to record turnover among election workers, we're talking about the divisive, sometimes violent, nature of today's political environment leading up to Election Day in just a couple of weeks. Our guest today shares his personal experience with facing death threats as an election official, and he shares new steps being taken in a battleground state to prepare for November 5th and its potential fallout.

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Hamas Leader Killed, Candidates Trade Jabs & Ozempic for Addiction? - Friday, October 18, 2024 Oct 18, 2024

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The news to know for Friday, October 18, 2024!

What to know about the death of Hamas's leader, and why some officials are now hopeful it could lead to a ceasefire deal.

Also, an update from the campaign trail, from a charity dinner to the billionaires backing each candidate.

Plus, why teen tobacco use is at a 25-year low, what else popular weight-loss drugs may be able to treat, and the newest winter weather predictions for the country.

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