We’re bringing you this bonus episode in honor of Media Literacy Week, which is about helping Americans think more critically about the sources they see and listen to. Today, I’m speaking with expert Kelly Mendoza from Common Sense Media and then I’ll give a bit of *my* take.

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Halloween is around the corner and it’s more popular than ever before. We’re learning about the history of the holiday from paranormal expert Lisa Morton, who literally wrote the Halloween encyclopedia.

Then, we’ll get into this year’s top trends, including the most popular costumes and last-minute ideas, with Odette Welling, the vice president of merchandising for Party City.

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The news to know for Friday, October 27, 2023!

We're talking about more American involvement in the Middle East conflict. Some U.S. troops have now been hurt.

And we'll tell you what reps for Israel and the Palestinians passionately described during an emergency session at the UN.

Also, we have an update about a search for a gunman in Maine.

Plus, a new Democratic candidate will go up against President Biden in the primaries, the World Series kicks off tonight, and a poll identified the most delightful, unexpected moments in a day.

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The news to know for Thursday, October 26, 2023!

Unfortunately, we have to tell you about a mass shooting in the U.S. that impacted more than one location. At last check, the manhunt for the gunman was still underway.

Also, we're talking about the latest fighting in the Middle East as world leaders clash over how to respond.

And we'll introduce you to the new speaker of the House and tell you what lawmakers are working on now that they've finally elected a leader.

Plus, what's included in a breakthrough deal to get thousands of striking auto workers back on the job, which popular subscriptions are starting to cost more, and how there has been a boom in sleep tourism.

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The news to know for Wednesday, October 25, 2023!

We're telling you about a tense meeting at the United Nations that has the Israeli ambassador calling on the UN secretary-general to resign.

And a woman snatched from her home and held hostage by Hamas spoke about her experience publicly.

Also, prosecutors building cases against former President Trump are getting help from more of his ex-lawyers.

Plus, more than 40 states are suing the company behind Facebook and Instagram, there's new data about Americans taking sick days off, and movies are being delayed.

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The news to know for Tuesday, October 24, 2023!

We're telling you about a warning the U.S. has for militias in the Middle East who are apparently ready to ramp up attacks against American troops.

Also, the first significant snowstorm of the season is moving across the country.

And we have details about a mega-merger in the oil industry, the second one just this month.

Plus, plans for dozens of new tech hubs, new rules for this year's NBA season, and ever think dating should be a team sport? If so, one popular app wants you to get your friends and family involved.

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The news to know for Monday, October 23, 2023!

We'll update you on the war in the Middle East: how the conflict appears to be spreading, new efforts to get aid into Gaza, and what we know about the first hostages freed.

Also, a one-time nominee to lead Republicans in the House has been voted out. There's now a long list of people hoping to take the reins.

Plus, there is a new, free way to file taxes; a mysterious, record-breaking radio signal was detected; and two highly-anticipated movies went head-to-head over the weekend.

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Is it ethical to still go on a trip after a natural disaster, like a wildfire or hurricane? And if you have to cancel, how can you recoup the costs? We’re hearing advice from Clint Henderson, the managing editor of The Points Guy.

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The news to know for Friday, October 20, 2023!

We're talking about President Biden's primetime address to the nation about the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine. He's asking Congress to do something about them.

Also, we'll tell you why the U.S. military fired shots on behalf of Israel for what's thought to be the first time during this conflict. 

And who now plans to testify against former President Trump?

Plus, net neutrality may be making a comeback, there's new research about hitting the snooze button, and a new kind of exchange program has students learning by living in a different kind of American culture than what they're used to.

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The news to know for Thursday, October 19, 2023!

We're telling you about the promises and warnings President Biden offered in the Middle East and what American intelligence has determined about the explosion at a Gaza hospital. 

Also, we're covering the confession that brought an end to a notorious missing persons case and a historic, multi-billion-dollar plan to improve America's electric grid.

Plus, why more couples are signing prenups, what big update just came to ChatGPT, and which foods are about to become trendy? Experts share their predictions. 

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