September 25, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
Wednesday on the News Hour, Florida braces as Hurricane Helene barrels towards the Gulf Coast. Israel strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon again in preparation for a possible ground invasion. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump campaign in swing states as polls show the race as close as ever. Plus, the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog on the potentially catastrophic situations in Iran and war-torn Ukraine.
Episodes
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September 3, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E248 - 57m 46s
September 3, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
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September 2, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E247 - 57m 46s
September 2, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
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September 1, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode
S2024 E246 - 24m 9s
September 1, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode
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August 31, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode
S2024 E245 - 24m 8s
August 31, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode
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August 30, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E244 - 57m 46s
Friday on the News Hour, Kamala Harris defends policy shifts in her first interview as the Democratic nominee as reproductive rights become a focal point in the race. The first child to contract polio in Gaza in 25 years highlights the circumstances faced by the displaced population. Plus, three years after the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, women describe the brutal repression by the Taliban.
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August 29, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E243 - 57m 46s
Thursday on the News Hour, Trump and Harris campaign in critical swing states as the vice president sits down for her first major interview as the Democratic nominee. Israel agrees to pause fighting in Gaza to deliver polio vaccines while its operation targeting militants in the West Bank turns even more deadly. Plus, officials warn of a deadly mosquito-borne disease spreading in the Northeast.
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August 28, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E242 - 57m 46s
August 28, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
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2024 Democratic National Convention | DNC Night 4 | PBS News special coverage
3h 26m
On the final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris will accept her party’s nomination for president during a speech in which she’s widely expected to offer her vision and policy agenda to the American people. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett anchor PBS News' gavel-to-gavel special coverage.
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2024 Democratic National Convention | DNC Night 3 | PBS News special coverage
3h 44m
Gov. Tim Walz will accept the vice presidential nomination Wednesday at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where former President Bill Clinton and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi are also expected to speak. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett anchor PBS News' gavel-to-gavel special coverage.
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2024 Democratic National Convention | DNC Night 2 | PBS News special coverage
3h 44m
The 2024 Democratic National Convention returns for a second day in Chicago with a tribute to Vice President Kamala Harris from her husband, first gentleman Doug Emhoff, and speeches from former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett anchor PBS News' gavel-to-gavel special coverage.
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2024 Democratic National Convention | DNC Night 1 | PBS News special coverage
4h 26m
The 2024 Democratic National Convention kicks off Aug. 19 in Chicago, with Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz as the party's official nominees for the Democratic presidential ticket. Speakers will take the stage in Chicago 6:15 p.m. EDT. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett anchor PBS News' gavel-to-gavel special coverage.
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Biden's addresses the nation after 2024 exit | PBS News Special Coverage
26m 46s
President Joe Biden explained his decision to exit the 2024 race Wednesday in a live address from the Oval Office. Biden spoke about how it was time to "pass the torch to a new generation," and the opportunity he saw to unite his party in the name of democracy. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host special coverage with Correspondent Laura Barrón-López and strategists Kevin Madden and Guy Cecil.
Extras and Features
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News Wrap: Zelenskyy warns UN that Russia's war could spread
S2024 E270 - 4m 19s
In our news wrap Wednesday, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned the U.N. General Assembly that Russia's war could spread to neighboring countries in Europe and Central Asia, a Senate investigation says Secret Service failures during the July assassination attempt on former President Trump were preventable and the House passed a temporary measure to keep the government funded.
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Texas ban pushes family to leave state for trans health care
S2024 E270 - 8m 22s
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Harris, Trump campaign with battling visions for the economy
S2024 E270 - 9m 19s
The presidential candidates were on the campaign trail Wednesday laying out their plans to tackle one of the most consequential issues of the election, the economy. Lisa Desjardins reports from North Carolina.
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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.
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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.
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Trump, Harris push economic proposals on campaign trail
S2024 E269 - 2m 27s
This week, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are touting their plans to boost the economy. Harris is also trying to keep some focus on abortion rights, an issue Democrats see as a winning one, with 41 days to go until Election Day. Geoff Bennett reports.
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USAID chief: Civilians will pay the price if war expands
S2024 E269 - 9m 45s
The U.S. Agency for International Development is engaged in many of the conflict zones around the world, supplying vital humanitarian assistance to millions in need. Amna Nawaz sat down with Samantha Power, the administrator of USAID, to discuss those efforts.
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Rock legend Nick Lowe on his first new album in a decade
S2024 E269 - 6m 58s
One of rock and roll’s greatest songwriters is out with a brand new album. It's Nick Lowe's first full-length effort in nearly a dozen years and debuted as number one on the Billboard charts in the Americana/folk category. Special correspondent Tom Casciato has the story for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
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News Wrap: At least 2 dead in Mexico after Hurricane John
S2024 E269 - 6m 3s
In our news wrap Tuesday, at least two people died after Hurricane John slammed into Mexico's southern Pacific coast, Tropical Storm Helene is gaining strength and expected to hit Florida as a hurricane this week, the U.S. government is suing Visa saying the company stifles competition in the debit card market and Brett Favre told a congressional committee he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's.
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PBS News Hour
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PBS News Hour
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PBS News Hour
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