[NakedNews.com] 2020.07.30 [1080p]

Show Summary: Thursday, July 30, 2020

The show opens with a discussion about the seriousness of the coronavirus pandemic and the importance of wearing masks to mitigate its spread. A controversial video that disputes these facts has gained significant attention on social media, prompting a response from Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and a major advocate for public health. Gates highlighted the challenge of combating misinformation in the age of rapid social media dissemination. In efforts to improve COVID-19 testing, the XPRIZE Rapid Covid Testing initiative has launched a competition offering a$5 million prize for developing efficient testing methods. Registration for this challenge remains open until the end of August. The annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas will transition to a fully digital format for 2021, allowing broader access to keynote speeches and product showcases due to safety concerns surrounding COVID-19.Entertainment recommendations include two Netflix series:"Last Chance U," which follows junior college football programs and players, and "Indian Matchmaking," a modern exploration of arranged marriages that has sparked conversation and critique. In music news, Taylor Swift released her surprise eighth studio album,"Folklore," which achieved record-breaking streaming numbers on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, garnering critical acclaim. The segment also covers a humorous incident involving Martha Stewart's social media post and a new Instagram challenge focused on positivity among women.

In sports, the Seattle NHL expansion team has officially been named the Seattle Kraken, following an extensive naming process. The team's branding includes a unique logo that pays homage to Seattle's hockey history. Lastly, a NASA update reveals that the "Perseverance" Mars rover successfully launched and is set to collect rock samples on Mars, while Tropical Storm Isaias poses a threat to the Caribbean and the southeastern United States. Nike has been recognized as the fashion industry's hottest brand, driven by a significant increase in digital sales. The program concludes with a reminder to tune in for upcoming weekend programming and invites viewer feedback via social media channels.