# Standoff at Sea, Soldier Arrested Over Polymarket & Sidewalk Pep Talks - Friday, April 24, 2026

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Podcast: [The NewsWorthy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-newsworthy-503325)
Published: 2026-04-24T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The news to know for Friday, April 24, 2026! We'll tell you about an intensifying standoff at the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump says, "Don't rush me." Also, why an American soldier who helped capture Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro was just arrested. And what it means now that the Federal Government has reclassified medical marijuana. Plus, an unusual and potentially awkward White House Correspondents' Dinner, a deal to cut at least some prescription drug prices, and country music's biggest party — now with popular rock, electric, and rap artists in the mix. 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 25% off sitewide! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com

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