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The news to know for Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021! What to know about America's latest promise to the world to help fight climate change, why some border patrol agents are now under investigation, and what new data says about a possible Johnson & Johnson booster shot. Plus, which two U.S. airlines are being sued and why, what changes are coming to McDonald's happy meals, and it's officially Fall. Those stories and more in about 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by kiwico.com (Listen for the discount code) and Rothys.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, September 21st, 2021! We'll tell you what new data shows about a COVID-19 vaccine for younger kids aged 5-11 and when they may be able to get the shots. Also, what to know about Canada's election, and why President Biden is taking the world's biggest stage today. Plus, U.S. travel rules change again, new plans for one of the largest oil companies in the world, and the latest features in Apple's software update available now. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and kiwico.com (Listen for the discount code) Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, September 20th, 2021! We'll tell you about a big decision from an FDA panel, likely affecting who will and won't be allowed to get COVID-19 booster shots. Also, something very rare for top military leaders: They're apologizing for a deadly mistake in a war zone. Plus, an update about the first all-civilian space flight and how much money it raised for charity, who won big at last night's Emmy Awards, and a new service that lets fans chat one-on-one with celebrities. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by kiwico.com (Listen for the discount code) and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Today we're talking all about college degrees. We're getting into how valuable they are, or aren't, in today's job market for both workers and employers, and how the pandemic impacted students' ability to get a degree in the first place. You'll hear from Christy Baker-Smith. She's the executive director of the Hope Center at Temple University. The center works to make college more accessible and impactful for anyone who wants to attend. But first, Brian Kropp is back on the show. He's the chief of research for the Gartner HR practice. Gartner is the world's leading research and advisory company. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Friday, September 17th, 2021! We'll tell you why the nation's capital is on high alert, and what's being done to avoid a repeat of the January 6th riot. Also, a new surge at the U.S.-Mexico border that's left thousands of migrants living under a bridge. Plus, a key vote about COVID-19 booster shots, a TikTok trend that has schools sending letters to parents, and which shows are leading the way ahead of the Emmy Awards this weekend. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and kiwico.com (Listen for the discount code) Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Thursday, September 16th, 2021! What to know about emotional testimony from some of America's top gymnasts that had the FBI director apologizing. Also, which state is the first to sue the Biden administration over vaccine mandates. And which police department was found to be racially biased. Plus, a new investigation into Instagram, which tech giant says you can get rid of passwords, and what's the secret to living a longer life? Two big studies have a very specific answer. All that and more in around 10 minutes... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Ritual.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Wednesday, September 15th, 2021! We have the results of the California recall election, and we'll explain why the whole country was watching closely. Also, new data about this latest COVID-19 surge straining American hospitals, which states are getting hit the hardest, and how much it's costing. Plus, we'll tell you about a historic launch with only space tourists on board, what to expect from the new iPhone 13, and how scientists are hoping to bring a prehistoric creature back to life. Those stories and more in about 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Policygenius.com Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Tuesday, September 14th, 2021! What is now Hurricane Nicholas is hitting Texas, bringing life-threatening flooding to millions of people. Also, what to know about a historic recall election in California today. And maybe COVID-19 booster shots aren't needed after all? What a new study found that not all health experts agree with. Plus, an urgent software update for all Apple devices, the biggest Broadway shows are back as of today, and a Taco Bell subscription could be happening. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by kiwico.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

The news to know for Monday, September 13th, 2021! What to know about a newly-released document related to the 9/11 terror attacks and where there's another hurricane watch. Also, what two major studies found about COVID-19 vaccines, including which one seems to be most effective against the delta variant. Plus, changes coming to Apple's App Store, a surprise win at the U.S. Open, and what's happening to Americans' credit scores. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Ritual.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Today marks 20 years since terrorists attacked Americans on our home soil, killing nearly 3,000 people at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. 9/11 triggered two decades of war in the Middle East. But are we any safer now compared to 20 years ago? According to a recent survey by the Washington Post and ABC News, Americans are pretty split in their opinions. About half feel we're more secure now while 41% say we're more at risk. Today, we're getting the perspective of former U.S. diplomat David Rundell. He represented the United States for 30 years in the Middle East and he was in Saudi Arabia on September 11th, 2001. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Ritual.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider