Previews + Extras
New book offers hopeful view of handling the climate crisis
S2024 E270 - 6m 31s
One of the global problems addressed at the U.N. General Assembly is the climate crisis. Multiple wars and other geopolitical tensions have cast a particularly sobering shadow over whether nations can meet meaningful pledges. The new book, "What If We Get It Right?" offers a more optimistic conversation about what individuals can do. Amna Nawaz spoke with author Ayana Elizabeth Johnson.
Man executed despite prosecutors saying he should be spared
S2024 E270 - 6m 34s
Tuesday, Missouri executed Marcellus Williams over the objections of the local prosecutor and against the wishes of the murdered victim’s spouse. Earlier this year, the St. Louis County prosecutor filed a motion to overturn the conviction, citing a lack of credible evidence, ineffective trial counsel and racial discrimination in jury selection. William Brangham discussed more with Jonathan Potts.
Texas ban pushes family to leave state for trans health care
S2024 E270 - 8m 21s
The political battles over the rights of transgender Americans have led to difficult decisions for several families, especially those living in states with restrictions on transition-related medical care for minors. Laura Barrón-López reports on a Texas family’s journey to access that care.
IAEA chief discusses nuclear risks in Ukraine and Iran
S2024 E270 - 7m 17s
Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the United Nations that Russia is preparing to attack Ukraine's nuclear plants. At the same time, Iranian officials have repeatedly stated they are interested in resuming nuclear diplomacy. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Israel prepares for possible ground invasion of Lebanon
S2024 E270 - 5m 45s
Israel's punishing bombardment of Hezbollah targets and more in Lebanon continued Wednesday, killing dozens more in addition to the hundreds already killed and thousands injured. The Israel Defense Forces also look to be preparing a ground invasion and both the Prime Minister and his top generals warn they may soon cross into southern Lebanon. Nick Schifrin reports.
Hurricane Helene expected to be Cat. 4 at landfall in Fla.
S2024 E270 - 3m 48s
Hurricane Helene is in the Gulf of Mexico and headed toward Florida. Floridians have been filling sandbags, preparing to hunker down in the face of heavy rains, storm surge and floods. Current forecasts show that Helene will arrive as a dangerous Category 4 hurricane on Thursday. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Jamie Rhome, deputy director of the National Hurricane Center.
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