Author: Erica Mandy

The news to know for Monday, October 17, 2022!

We’ll tell you about an arrest an entire California community had been waiting for, and about a reversal from the White House when it comes to immigration.

Also: what to know about the application for student loan debt relief now that it’s been made available.

Plus: today’s tax deadline, a new rule for hearing aids goes into effect today that could impact millions of Americans, and what new data tell us about the cost of your holiday travel… 

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Today we’re talking about the beauty filters so many people use on social media. What’s the impact of this sort of warped reality on self-worth? The research shows it’s significant, especially for young girls, and that’s true even when we all know these types of filters exist.

First, you’ll hear from researcher Claire Pescott. Her research and expertise focus on how social media filters influence children even as young as 10 years old.

Then later, we’re joined by a social media influencer who is breaking stereotypes and having a positive impact online. Jessamyn Stanley shares how she stays unfiltered online and gives her take on social media trolls who try to put her down.

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The news to know for Friday, October 14, 2022!

What to know about the latest January 6th committee hearing, including a vote to subpoena Trump to testify, some new evidence revealed, and the former president’s response to it all.

Also: what the latest numbers tell us about inflation, and what a jury decided about the Parkland school shooter that shocked some of the victims’ families.

Plus: the FDA’s warning about Adderall, how much Netflix plans to charge for its ad-supported subscription option (and when it’s launching), and you can now use your Starbucks rewards points for travel…  

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Thursday, October 13, 2022!

We’ll tell you what to expect from what could be the final January 6th Committee hearing, including some new evidence, and what to know about a jury’s decision to order the largest defamation payout in U.S. history.

Also: a major announcement expected today that could mean more money each month for millions of Americans, and which kids are now authorized to get the new Covid booster.

Plus: Disneyland prices are going up again, how TikTok is chasing after Spotify, and why Elon Musk says he’s a perfume salesman now…

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Wednesday, October 12, 2022!

We’ll tell you how world leaders are responding to Russia’s latest attacks, and what to know about the international deal that President Biden is calling a ‘historic breakthrough.’

Also: a major, final update in the murder case featured on the hit podcast Serial.

Plus: the final results are in from NASA’s practice run to save the world, which major airlines are investing big in flying taxis, and this year’s Fat Bear champ…

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Tuesday, October 11, 2022!

What to know about Russia’s biggest attacks on Ukraine since the first week of war, and the next move world leaders are watching closely. Also: Harvey Weinstein is back on trial. We’ll tell you what he’s facing this time.

Plus: expect tighter security measures at some polling places, what the real life ‘Inventing Anna’ is saying after being released from jail, why the newest iPhones are causing some accidental calls to 911, and the top fast-food chain given the title of slowest drive thru…

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Monday, October 10, 2022!

What to know about an explosion on a key bridge for Russia, how Russia is already retaliating, and the people working toward peace.

Also: the damage estimates from Hurricane Ian are starting to come in just as residents of some of the hardest hit areas are finally allowed to see their homes.

Plus: PayPal threatened to take money out of your account if you violated its policies (now the company is apologizing), why some of Kanye West’s social media accounts were restricted, and a first of its kind Netflix debut in theaters only…

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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This year, there are new questions and criticisms surrounding highly-influential college rankings lists after it came out that Columbia University submitted inaccurate information to U.S. News and World Report. 

So, we're getting insight about these lists and the value of college overall from an expert on higher education. Josh Wyner is the founder and executive director of the College Excellence Program at the Aspen Institute, where he leads the nonprofit’s higher education reform efforts. 

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The news to know for Friday, October 7, 2022!

We’ll tell you what the president said about the risk of Russia using nuclear weapons, what a new report found about possible federal charges against the president’s son, Hunter, and we’ll explain newly-announced pardons for thousands of people convicted of marijuana possession.

Plus: the good and bad in new data about teens and vaping, Google unveiled its first smartwatch and new flagship phones, and what’s changing in this year’s MLB playoffs tonight…

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Thursday, October 6, 2022!

What to know about President Biden’s trip to Florida to survey the damage from Hurricane Ian, and the show of unity between political rivals while he was there.

Also: we’ll explain the new court ruling about the decade-only DACA program, and what it means for hundreds of thousands of immigrants brought to the U.S. as children.

Plus: a settlement for the deadly shooting on a movie set, how Ukraine is trying to host the world’s biggest soccer tournament, and the two reasons a SpaceX launch is historic…

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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