# Navy Secretary Fired, Wildfires Grip Southeast & NFL Draft Begins  - Thursday, April 23, 2026

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Podcast: [The NewsWorthy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-newsworthy-503325)
Published: 2026-04-23T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The news to know for Thursday, April 23, 2026! We'll tell you how the ceasefire with Iran — that was just extended — is already being put to the test, just as another top U.S. Military leader is out of a job. Also, what Health Secretary R.F.K. Jr. said when asked whether he was responsible for America's largest measles outbreak in decades. And why the CDC won't publish a study about COVID-19 vaccines. Plus, where Americans are evacuating from dangerous wildfires, what a top prediction market did about politicians betting on their own elections, and why the top prospect in tonight's NFL draft won't be there. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to Wildgrain.com/NEWSWORTHY to start your subscription today Enjoy a deep, restful night's sleep with a new mattress from Birch. Go to BirchLiving.com/newsworthy for 20% off sitewide! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com

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