the NewsWorthy

the NewsWorthy

By Erica Mandy

The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 10 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 fun twist). Join the thousands of people already listening each weekday!

01/10/26

Special Edition: Venezuela, U.S. Power, & What Comes Next

A dramatic U.S. move to arrest Nicolás Maduro has put Venezuela in the global spotlight and raised big questions about power, precedent, and what comes next. In this Special Edition, longtime U.S. diplomat Ambassador Kevin Whitaker — who spent time Read more

01/09/26

Another Federal Agent Shooting, West Wing Remodel? & Golden Globes - Friday, January 9, 2026

The news to know for Friday, January 9, 2026! We'll tell you about another shooting involving federal immigration officers—this time in Portland, Oregon—and how both incidents this week have sparked protests nationwide. Also, what to know about escRead more

01/08/26

Deadly ICE Shooting, 3-Step Venezuela Plan & ChatGPT Health Tab - Thursday, January 8, 2026

The news to know for Thursday, January 8, 2026! What happened when an ICE agent shot an American citizen in Minneapolis, and how it sparked outcry around the country. Also, the Trump administration's new plan for Venezuelan oil. And we'll get intoRead more

01/07/26

Venezuela Oil Deal, Record Flu Season & NFL Coaching Carousel - Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The news to know for Wednesday, January 7, 2026! We're talking about the people now in charge of Venezuela, both condemning the U.S. and striking an oil deal with the Trump administration. And President Trump's renewed push to take over Greenland, Read more

01/06/26

Maduro's First Comments, New Child Vaccine Schedule & Biggest Tech Show - Tuesday, January 6, 2026

The news to know for Tuesday, January 6, 2026! We're talking about the Venezuelan leader's first public comments since his capture, as well as new plans for his country's future and America's role in it. Also: a major shift in vaccine policy. The CRead more

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