The NewsWorthy - ‘National Emergency’, E-Scooter Lawsuit & World Series – Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018

The news to know for Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018!

Today, we're talking about a migrant caravan and opinions about President Trump calling it a 'national emergency.' 

Plus: another hurricane, teen smoking rates, the World Series and a new Pinocchio movie.

Those stories and many 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). 

Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off. 

 

The NewsWorthy - Saudi Cover Up, Self-Driving Car Service & Largest Jackpot – Monday, October 22nd, 2018

The news to know for Monday, October 22nd, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the Saudi government's confession and conflicting opinions about who tried to cover it up. 

Plus: a healthcare system hacked, a free self-driving car service, the World Series and America's largest lottery jackpot ever.

Those stories and many 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). 

Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off. 

 

 

The NewsWorthy - Saudi Summit No-Shows, Uber Works & ‘Halloween’ – Friday, October 19th, 2018

The news to know for Friday, October 19th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the latest in the missing Saudi journalist and the first big federal investigation into church sex abuse.

Plus:  the team advancing to the World Series, a new 'Uber Works' service and the movie expected to make a 'killing' at the box office.

Those stories and many 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 see sources and story links from all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). 

Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

 

The NewsWorthy - Missing Journalist Latest, “Fan Interference” & The Real World Reboot (+ Interview on China’s Social Credit Scores) – Thursday, October 18th, 2018

The news to know for Thursday, October 18th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the last word from a missing journalist and Apple's new privacy website. Plus: goodbye Big Bird and hello jackpots...

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes.

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

Also, hang out after the news for a short bonus interview with Rachel Botsman. She's an acclaimed author and lecturer at Oxford University who writes and researches about how technology and trust and what this means for our lives. Her TED Talks have been viewed more than 4 million times.  Her books include the recently released Who Can You Trust? and before that a ground-breaking book on the rise of the sharing economy.

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.'

 

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The NewsWorthy - Canada’s Legal Weed, Job Openings Record & Harry Potter Parody – Wednesday, October 17th, 2018

The news to know for Wednesday, October 17th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the largest country yet to legalize marijuana and the record number of job openings in the U.S.

Plus: Uber's valuation, Lyft's subscription service and Facebook's next in-home device.

Those stories and many 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. 

Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

 

 

Sources: 

 

Canada’s Legal Weed: CBC, NYT, CNBC, NBC News

 

Texas Flooding The Weather Channel / Michael Aftermath The Weather Channel

 

Student Debt Relief: CNN, NYT

 

Cost of College: WSJ

 

Job Openings Record: MarketWatch, U.S. Dept. of Labor

 

Uber's Valuation: WSJ, CNBC

 

Lyft Subscriptions: The Verge

 

Facebook’s Next Device: Cheddar, TechCrunch

 

Twitter Error TechCrunch / YouTube Down: CBS News, Twitter

 

Harry Potter Parody Play: The Verge, CNET

 

 

The NewsWorthy - Microsoft Co-Founder, NBA Opening Week & Royal Baby – Tuesday, October 16th, 2018

The news to know for Tuesday, October 16th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about a new take on the mystery of a missing journalist, a lawsuit against President Trump and the passing of Microsoft's co-founder.

Plus: the newest "Palm" device, the NBA season opens and a new royal baby.

Those stories and many 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. 

Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

 

 

Sources: 

 

Missing Journalist Latest: Reuters, WSJ

 

Trump Visits Florida, Georgia: AP, NYT

 

Stormy Daniels Case Dismissed: ABC News, FOX News, CNN

 

Microsoft Co-Founder Dies: Business Insider, CNBC, AP

 

MIT’s New AI College: TechCrunch

 

Palm is Back: CNET, TIME

 

NBA Opening Week: CBS Sports (full schedule), Sports Illustrated

 

The Conners Series Premiere: THR, USA Today

 

Royal Baby: People, Time, NYT, news.com.au

 

The NewsWorthy - Saudi Threats, Sears Bankruptcy & Mega Millions Jackpot – Monday, October 15th, 2018

The news to know for Monday, October 15th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's trip to Florida to the Mega Millions jackpot. 

Those stories and many 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 all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. 

Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

 

 

 

Sources: 

 

Hurricane Michael Aftermath: AP, NYT, CBS News, USA Today

 

Saudi Threats: Reuters, USA Today, AP, CBS News

 

Pastor Returns Home: WSJ, TIME

 

Melania Trump Interview: ABC News, TIME

 

Harvard Case in Court: The Washington Post, AP, NYT

 

Sears Bankruptcy: CNBC, USA Today, WSJ

 

Vape Juice With Viagra?: TIME, The Verge

 

Mega Millions Jackpot: ABC News, MarketWatch

 

Venmo Fee: TechCrunch

 

Weekend Box Office: Variety, Deadline

 

Popular Halloween Candy: Business Insider, CandyStore.com, National Retail Federation

 

 

The NewsWorthy - Florida Town Flattened, Kanye’s Speech & Royal Wedding – Friday, October 12th, 2018

The news to know for Friday, October 12th, 2018!

Today, we’re talking about the damage left behind from Hurricane Michael, Kanye West goes to the White House, and Facebook reveals 3D photos. Plus: a royal wedding.

Those stories and many 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 (click 'Episodes') or see below.

Today's episode is brought to you by Huut bedding, which offers soft and durable Certified Egyptian Cotton and Organic Cotton sheets. Go to Huut.co and use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 25% off.

 

 

 

Sources: 

 

 

Hurricane Michael Update: AP (drone footage), The Weather Channel, CNN

 

Kanye West at the White House: Reuters, FOX News, Axios

 

Fake Facebook Accounts: AP, Bloomberg, NYT

 

Astronauts’ Emergency Landing: Space.com, AP, USA Today

 

Nobel Peace Prize Donated: The Hill

 

Facebook’s 3D Photos: VentureBeat, TechCrunch

 

MLB Playoffs: Bleacher Report

 

World’s Longest Flight: CNBC, CNN

 

Royal Wedding: CBS News, E! Online

 

The NewsWorthy - Hurricane Michael, Virgin Galactic & Streaming Video (+ Talking Side Hustles with Chris Guillebeau) – Thursday, October 11th, 2018

The news to know for Thursday, October 11th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the power and impact of Hurricane Michael and what the storm is doing now.

Plus: all the other things from President Trump's controversial op-ed to new video streaming services. 

Those stories and many 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. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes' or see the sources below.

Also, hang out after the news for a short bonus interview with New York Times best-selling author Chris Guillebeau about the increasing popularity of side hustles.

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Sources: 

 

Hurricane Michael: AP, The Weather Channel, USA Today, CBS News, Time

 

Chinese Spy: AP, Bloomberg, The Washington Post

 

Stocks Sank: NYT, WSJ, CNBC, AP

 

Trump Op-Ed: USA Today (op-ed), The Washington Post (fact check), FOX News, NPR

 

CVS-Aetna Merger: Reuters, NBC News

 

Virgin Galactic Space Travel: CNBC, Gizmodo, Digital Trends

 

Apple Free TV Service: CNBC, The Verge

 

AT&T Streaming: NBC News, TechCrunch, AT&T

 

Snap Originals: WSJ, Vulture

The NewsWorthy - Nikki Haley Resigns, Snap’s Stock & AMAs – Wednesday, October 10th, 2018

The news to know for Wednesday, October 10th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about Hurricane Michael making landfall, a surprise resignation from the Trump administration and Snap's stock hits an all-time low.

Plus: the MLB playoffs, Google's new devices and... is it really the Taylor Swift effect? 

Those stories and many 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 (click 'Episodes') or see below.

Today's episode is brought to you by Huut bedding, which offers soft and durable Certified Egyptian Cotton and Organic Cotton sheets. Go to Huut.co and use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 25% off.

 

 

 

Sources:

 

Hurricane Michael Hits: The Weather Channel, AP

 

UN Ambassador Resigns: Axios, NYT, AP, FOX News

 

Amazon Wage Controversy: Recode, NYT

 

Snap’s Stock: CNBC, Business Insider

 

Millennials Ditch Primary Docs: Fortune, Kaiser Health News

 

MLB Playoffs: MLB, Yahoo Sports

 

Google’s New Devices: WSJ, TechCrunch

 

Taylor Swift Effect?: BuzzFeed, USA Today

 

American Music Awards: ET Online, E! News, People (full winners list)

 

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Rockhall.com (cast your vote), NPR, USA Today