In today’s episode I’m going to talk to you about concert chaos! A tragic end to rapper Travis Scott’s Texas music festival. I’ll update you on the investigation into what happened during his performance. And, an argument between European nations is causing a refugee crisis. Learn why there’s bad blood between Belarus and its neighbors 🇪🇺 Plus, hear from other kids about what it was like when they go their COVID vaccines! 💉

Main sources: CNN, ABCnews & Jeugdjournaal

At last, the vaccine for children aged 5 to 11 is approved. On this week’s episode you’ll hear from some kids who already got the shot!💉 And, world leaders are in the middle of a big climate summit in Glasgow, Scotland. Find out what is being discussed in an effort to stop climate change 🌎Plus, meet a 12-year-old girl who is bringing buddies together! 💞

Main sources: CBS, CNN & Jeugdjournaal 

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Heartbreak for Hollywood. Tragedy strikes when a gun that was supposed to be a prop is fired.... killing a crew member. And, political problems in Sudan 🇸🇩 How the military took over in the North Eastern African country. Plus, are you ready for a spooky weekend? Hear from other kids about how they’re celebrating Halloween this year 👻

Main sources: NY times, CNN & ABC news

Get ready for a new episode and… to mix-and-match! Health officials in the US make a big change when it comes to what kind of COVID boosters people can get. And a scary situation in Haiti! A group of Christian missionaries has been captured and held for ransom. What the kidnappers are demanding for their release... Plus, hear from a young frog fanatic, who’s working to keep the amphibious animals from going extinct! 🐸

Main sources: AP news, NPR & CNN

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Today on a brand new episode of #catchupcrew : 
Supply chain problems; what does it mean and will it affect your Holiday shopping?! And... Vaccine news! Again? Yes! A new vaccine could change the world...and it has nothing to do with COVID. Plus, we meet a high school football player kicking out cancer!

Main sources: The Washington Post, FoxBusiness & WTTV

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In today’s episode: The Climate Crisis. Why young activists are saying enough of the “blah blah” from world leaders! And, I’ll introduce you to some girls donating their own hair, to help others feel beautiful 💇‍♀️ Plus... a sweet 6-year-old goes viral for listening to his mom! Hear the story behind a one-of-a-kind school photo! 📸

Main sources: BBC, CNN & NPR

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Big news this week at the US border. Why there’s an uproar about the treatment of people coming to the US from Haiti 🇭🇹 And, I’m talking to a teen in India making the world a more beautiful place... naturally!🌿 Plus, why BTS is dancing up and down the aisles of the UN! And what else went on there this week 🇺🇳

Main sources: NY Times, USA Today & Jeugdjournaal

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On today’s episode: the back-and-forth battle over boosters! When Americans can expect to get their third COVID vaccine. And a big score for women! The US Women’s Soccer team achieves their goal of changing the game when it comes to fair pay ⚽️ Plus... you’ll hear again from our friend author Aiden Taylor about his new book inspiring readers to dream BIG! 📚

Main sources: NPR, ESPN & CNN

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On this week’s episode, I’ll tell you about a much discussed bill in Texas that makes it hard for women to get an abortion. And, re-call time! An election in California to decide whether to keep or replace the governor. Plus... How a simple idea from a teen can become a solution to a huge health problem! 🧵

Main sources: PBS NewsHour, CNN & Skimm’d

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On this week’s episode: Fire and Rain across America! I’ll talk about a massive wildfire in California, and Hurricane Ida’s wrath in the east. Plus... Find out what’s next for the tens of thousands of refugees that are forced to flee Afghanistan. And... Pedal power! A 9-year-old boy bikes across America with his dad! 🚲

Main sources: CNN, New York Times & NPR

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