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**The NewsWorthy**

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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Stock Market Meltdown, Flood Warnings & Google's Big Defeat- Tuesday, August 6, 2024 Aug 06, 2024

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The news to know for Tuesday, August 6, 2024!

We're telling you about a wild day on Wall Street, what caused it, and what's expected to happen next.

Also, Vice President Harris is set to announce her new running mate today. Reports say it's down to two candidates.

Plus, we'll update you on the damage done by Hurricane Debby, a judge's ruling that could have ripple effects across the internet, and Miss USA's hope of moving past a year of controversy with a historic new winner.

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Harris' Decision Time, Hurricane Nears Florida & World's Fastest Man- Monday, August 5, 2024 Aug 05, 2024

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The news to know for Monday, August 5, 2024!

We'll tell you about a big step in Vice President Harris' campaign as she closes in on a running mate choice.

And why is former President Trump taking aim at a fellow Republican?

Also, a big hurricane is closing in on Florida right now.

Plus, we're talking about a new government lawsuit against TikTok, Google's decision to pull a controversial ad campaign for AI, and which Olympians made history for Team USA this weekend.

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Special Edition: Past to Present - Olympic Insights Aug 03, 2024

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We're about halfway through the Olympics in Paris, France. Team USA has had a lot of thrilling moments so far, and on the ground covering it all is our guest today: NBC Sports sideline reporter and Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee Andrea Joyce.

She has now covered 17 Olympic Games, including extensive coverage of women's gymnastics over the years. We spoke to Andrea Joyce right before she left to start her busy days covering the Paris games. You'll hear it in her voice – even with more than a dozen Olympics on her resume, she says she still gets excited every time.

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Historic Prisoner Swap, Get Ready for Debby & Ice Bucket is Back- Friday, August 2, 2024 Aug 02, 2024

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The news to know for Friday, August 2, 2024

We'll tell you about a historic deal to bring Americans home from Russian prisons and what the U.S. and its allies had to give up in return.

Also, what could be bringing border crossings down, and where could a tropical storm hit this weekend?

Plus, controversial new school rules went into effect; a new proposal hopes to solve a travel problem for parents, and remember the ice bucket challenge? It's still making an impact a decade later.

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Trump: 'Is She Black?', 9/11 Plea Deal & Ledecky's Record- Thursday, August 1, 2024 Aug 01, 2024

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The news to know for Thursday, August 1, 2024!

We're telling you about former President Trump's most recent comments on race, specifically Vice President Harris' race, and her response.

Also, we have details of a new plea deal offered to the alleged mastermind of the 9/11 terror attacks.

Plus, police are using drones more often; there's a new plan for interest rates, and another Olympian won a record number of gold medals.

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Hamas Leader Killed, Deli Meat Recall & Gymnasts Win Gold- Wednesday, July 31, 2024 Jul 31, 2024

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The news to know for Wednesday, July 31, 2024!

We're telling you about the possible assassination of two militant leaders in the Middle East as concerns grow over a widening war.

Also, we have updates from both presidential campaigns as they ramp up appearances in battleground states.

Plus, another heatwave is starting to sweep the country, team USA made more history at the Paris Olympics, and old office buildings are getting new life in what could solve a growing problem.

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Supreme Court Reform?, Olympic Event Postponed & 'Summerween'- Tuesday, July 30, 2024 Jul 30, 2024

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The news to know for Tuesday, July 30, 2024!

We'll tell you about President Biden's plan for a reformed U.S. Supreme Court and what Republicans in Congress have to say about it.

Also, we'll fill you in on possible attempts to sabotage the Paris Olympics.

Plus, a new test meant to make it easier to diagnose cancer, a new tool for influencers to turn themselves into AI, and a new trend making it feel like October in July.

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Wider War Worries, TikTok Data Collection & R-Rated Record- Monday, July 29, 2024 Jul 29, 2024

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The news to know for Monday, July 29, 2024!

We'll tell you about a worrisome back-and-forth between Israel and Lebanon and how the U.S. is responding.

And what former President Trump said over the weekend about voting and crypto that raised some eyebrows.

Plus, we'll talk about rising measles cases, Team USA's standing after the first weekend at the Olympics, and the latest movie to outdo expectations.

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Special Edition: From Biden to Harris – What Happens Next Jul 27, 2024

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It's been less than a week since President Biden made the decision to drop out of the 2024 race for the White House, kicking off a process we've never seen take place so close to Election Day.

It made us want to step back and analyze how this all works. Here to explain the process is Matthew Weil, the executive director of the Bipartisan Policy Center's Democracy Program.

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Harris Confronts Netanyahu, Southwest's Big Change & Olympic Games Begin- Friday, July 26, 2024 Jul 26, 2024

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The news to know for Friday, July 26, 2024!

We'll tell you about Vice President Harris' stance on Israel and the story of one of the most notorious drug traffickers in Mexico's history who was just captured in the U.S.

Also, the 2024 Paris Olympics are about to begin: what to expect from the opening ceremonies and elite competitions ahead.

Plus, Southwest Airlines is changing its longstanding boarding policy; video game performers are going on strike today, and a foul-mouthed parrot has won hearts all over the world.

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