The news to know for Tuesday, February 8th, 2022!

From California to Connecticut, state leaders are loosening some Covid-19 restrictions. We'll explain.

Also, which country's top official gave a show of support at the White House and may cut off a major project with Russia.

Plus, some Olympic athletes are complaining about their living conditions at the Beijing Games, a new merger could create one giant, low-cost airline, and an American home is being sold as an NFT for the first time.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Monday, February 7th, 2022!

We'll tell you what the latest U.S. intelligence says about Russia's military buildup around Ukraine, and how Russia is getting fresh support from another American rival.

Also, it's now easier for Americans to start stocking up on COVID-19 tests. We'll explain.

Plus: which Team USA legend says this is his last Olympics, why popular podcaster Joe Rogan is responding to criticism (again), and how you can get your tax refund in cryptocurrency.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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The Washington Football Team is now the Washington Commanders. The change came two years after the team faced pressure from sponsors to drop the old mascot, logo, and name, which was seen as a racial slur. But this is just the latest change in a long-running national debate about the use of Native American imagery in sports.

Today we'll hear from social and cultural psychologist, Dr. Stephanie Fryberg. She's a professor at the University of Michigan and a member of the Tulalip Tribes of Washington State. She grew up on the reservation. Dr. Fryberg is a respected leader on this topic and has testified before Congress about her research.

Then later, we'll speak with the so-called "Mascot Guru," professional entertainer Jerome Bartlett. He's talking about what he feels a mascot means to the team and its fans, and what it's really like to be the one wearing the costume.

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The Research for Indigenous Social Action and Equity Center at the University of Michigan

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The Kansas City Chiefs on American Indian Heritage

The news to know for Friday, February 4th, 2022!

We're sharing new details about the special ops mission that we now know took down the ISIS leader.

And what to know about Russia reportedly planning to film a fake attack to justify a real one.

Also, what to expect at the Olympics Opening Ceremonies and why Team USA will likely be using burner phones.

Plus, a not-so-great first for Meta, how much more Amazon will be charging Prime members, and a surprise of a lifetime for a school custodian.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Thursday, February 3rd, 2022!

What to know about thousands of U.S. troops deployed in response to tensions between Russia and Ukraine.

And the impact of the winter storm slamming several states.

Also, the president has a new plan to fight deadly cancers, but will it work?

Plus, why the top boss at CNN stepped down, what it took to come up with the Washington football team's new name, and new rules that could be coming for apps like TikTok.

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The news to know for Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022!

We'll talk about how Americans are bracing for the latest big winter storm: where flights, classes, and work have already been canceled.

Also, even babies could soon be getting Covid-19 shots: what was found in the data just handed over to the FDA.

Plus, a rough day for the NFL: the league is saying goodbye to a legend and getting sued by a former coach, some Teslas are disobeying stop signs, and Punxatawney Phil is ready for Groundhog Day.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Tuesday, February 1st, 2022!

We'll tell you about a public face-off between the U.S. and Russia.

Also, developments in Covid-19 vaccines including a new option that could be coming to the U.S.

Plus. where Americans are bracing for another winter storm, a new owner for the popular game Wordle, and today begins the Year of the Tiger. How people around the world are celebrating the Lunar New Year.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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The news to know for Monday, January 31st, 2022!

We're talking about the historic winter storm that left 100% of New England covered in snow. We'll tell you exactly how much fell and where records were nearly broken.

Also, new clues Russia is planning to attack Ukraine and how thousands of Ukrainians are getting ready for a potential invasion.

Plus, Spotify has a new policy as more artists demand their music be taken off the platform.

And the Super Bowl matchup is set: which two teams will play in the big game.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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We're just days away from the start of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China. More than 200 athletes are representing Team USA in sports like figure skating, hockey, skiing, luge and curling. But along with the excitement, there are also challenges: from political tensions to the pandemic.

You'll hear from three-time Olympian Gordy Sheer, who won a silver medal in luge in 1998. He's now the director of marketing for USA Luge. He shares what he remembers most about competing in the Olympics and explains what he thinks athletes have been robbed of in 2022.

Then, we'll dive deeper into the potential impact of the U.S. diplomatic boycott with Jules Boykoff. He played soccer for the U-23 Men's National Team, also known as the Olympic team. He's now a professor of political science at Pacific University and the author of four books on the Olympics, including "Power Games: A Political History of the Olympics." We're talking with him about the politics and critiques of the games you don't always see in the headlines.

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The news to know for Friday, January 28th, 2022!

What to know about a major winter storm heading toward nearly a dozen U.S. states. What's in the forecast, and where the worst of it is expected.

Also, why a long caravan of American and Canadian truckers are protesting in Canada's capital today and why law enforcement is on high alert.

Plus, what to know about the growing number of scams online, which common supplements might protect older people from autoimmune disease, and how young football players are making the most out of snow days.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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