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September 25, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode

57m 46s

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

  • September 25, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 25, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode

    S2024 E270 - 57m 46s

    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.

  • Crossroads: A conversation with America – A PBS News Special: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Crossroads: A conversation with America – A PBS News Special

    56m 17s

    PBS News special correspondent Judy Woodruff and her team have traveled the United States in the run-up to the 2024 presidential election, asking Americans what divides — and unites– them. America at a Crossroads, which has appeared bi-weekly on the PBS News Hour, has also culminated in a town hall conversation hosted by Woodruff. The conversation that was months in the making, aired Sept. 23.

  • September 22, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 22, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

    S2024 E267 - 26m 45s

    Sunday on PBS News Weekend, what the outcome of the presidential election could mean for how we track weather, combat climate change and protect wildlife. Then, why some of the baby food on supermarket shelves may not meet recommended nutrition guidelines. Plus, a preview of Judy Woodruff’s conversation with Wisconsin residents on the country’s political divisions.

  • September 21, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 21, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

    S2024 E266 - 26m 46s

    Saturday on PBS News Weekend, a new report says nearly half a billion children worldwide are experiencing at least twice as many extremely hot days as their grandparents. Then, two years after the Inflation Reduction Act became law, a look at its economic impact and delays in the projects it was meant to spur. Plus, how Glacier National Park is trying to manage a crush of visitors and vehicles.

  • September 19, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 19, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode

    S2024 E264 - 57m 46s

    Thursday on the News Hour, the leader of Hezbollah says Israel crossed a line and vows retribution for the exploding pagers and walkie-talkies. The Teamsters decide not to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in decades, the head of the union explains why. Plus, political and environmental concerns clash in Papua New Guinea where controversial deep-sea mining is moving forward.

  • September 15, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 15, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

    S2024 E260 - 26m 46s

    Sunday on PBS News Weekend, what the largest grocery store merger in U.S. history might mean, and why the Federal Trade Commission wants to block it. Then, with Trump and Harris locked in a tight race, how undecided voters are feeling 50 days out from decision day. Plus, how celebrity endorsements play a part — or don’t — in presidential elections.

Extras and Features

  • Judy Woodruff reflects on Crossroads town hall in Wisconsin: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Judy Woodruff reflects on Crossroads town hall in Wisconsin

    S2024 E267 - 5m 7s

    PBS News senior correspondent Judy Woodruff was in Milwaukee this past week for her ongoing series, America at a Crossroads, where she met with more than 50 Wisconsin residents from across the political spectrum for a frank conversation about the challenges the U.S. faces as a country. John Yang speaks with Woodruff about what she heard from participants.

  • Nation’s top weather service faces potential political storm: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Nation’s top weather service faces potential political storm

    S2024 E267 - 6m 36s

    While extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, the National Weather Service and its parent agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, are targeted for drastic changes in Project 2025, the roadmap for the next conservative president. To learn more about what Project 2025 proposes, John Yang speaks with Rachel Cleetus from the Union of Concerned Scientists.

  • 10-year-old wildlife photographer wins international acclaim: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    10-year-old wildlife photographer wins international acclaim

    S2024 E267 - 2m 30s

    For many years, nature and wildlife photographers have been disproportionately male. But a young girl in India is helping change that stereotype. Ali Rogin speaks with Shreyovi Mehta about her journey and her future aspirations.

  • Why a majority of baby food in supermarkets is unhealthy: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Why a majority of baby food in supermarkets is unhealthy

    S2024 E267 - 6m 19s

    For many parents, feeding their infant or toddler healthy foods is a priority. But a recent study found that nearly two-thirds of baby foods sold in U.S. grocery stores don't meet nutrition guidelines set by the World Health Organization. Pediatric nutritionist and dietitian Jill Castle joins Ali Rogin to discuss what parents need to know to ensure they are giving their children a balanced diet.

  • News Wrap: Israel, Hezbollah tensions reach dangerous levels: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    News Wrap: Israel, Hezbollah tensions reach dangerous levels

    S2024 E267 - 3m 2s

    In our news wrap Sunday, Israel and Hezbollah intensified their assaults and threats of more violence against each other, Russia launched a new wave of attacks on Kharkiv in Ukraine, a massive rescue operation is underway after a mine explosion in Iran, authorities are investigating a deadly mass shooting in Alabama, and former Miami Dolphins running back Eugene “Mercury” Morris died at age 77.

  • Rise in extreme heat threatens children’s health worldwide: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rise in extreme heat threatens children’s health worldwide

    S2024 E266 - 5m 40s

    According to a recent report from UNICEF, nearly half a billion children live in places around the world where there are at least twice the number of days that are 95 degrees or hotter than in the 1960s, creating a multitude of health concerns for children, pregnant women and babies. John Yang speaks with Lily Caprani, UNICEF’s chief of global advocacy, to learn more.

  • A 2-year progress report on Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A 2-year progress report on Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act

    S2024 E266 - 7m 14s

    In 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act, the biggest investment in projects to combat climate change in American history. To date, more than 100,000 new jobs have been created in clean energy manufacturing. But such a mammoth undertaking is not without obstacles. Policy analyst Jack Conness joins Ali Rogin to discuss the impact of these projects and the delays many face.

  • News Wrap: Israel conducts airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    News Wrap: Israel conducts airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza

    S2024 E266 - 3m 5s

    In our news wrap Saturday, Israel said it struck about 180 Hezbollah targets across southern Lebanon, Gaza health officials say 22 people died in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City, a Russian missile killed three people in central Ukraine, Harris accepted CNN’s invitation for a second debate with Trump on Oct. 23, and Oktoberfest kicked off in Munich.

  • How Glacier National Park is navigating a flood of visitors: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How Glacier National Park is navigating a flood of visitors

    S2024 E266 - 6m 34s

    Glacier National Park in Montana attracts millions of visitors a year. Officials began a vehicle registration program in 2021 to try to ease congestion, but there have been unintended consequences for visitors and local businesses. Aj Williams of Montana PBS reports.

  • Hezbollah leader killed in 3rd Israel strike on group: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hezbollah leader killed in 3rd Israel strike on group

    S2024 E265 - 2m 35s

    Israel says it killed a top Hezbollah commander and other senior figures in the militant group. Lebanon's health ministry said at least 14 people died and dozens more were wounded in the Israeli airstrike. The attack comes days after beepers and walkie-talkies laced with explosives by Israel were detonated, killing 37 people and injuring thousands more across Lebanon. Nick Schifrin reports.

  • Son of Jimmy Lai rallies U.S. support in fight for release: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Son of Jimmy Lai rallies U.S. support in fight for release

    S2024 E265 - 6m 16s

    A group of U.S. lawmakers came together in a show of bipartisan support to call for the release of Hong Kong businessman Jimmy Lai. Lai, who owned the newspaper Apple Daily, is one of the hundreds of democracy activists, journalists and political leaders imprisoned as part of mainland China's ongoing crackdown on dissent in Hong Kong. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Lai's son and his lawyer.

  • How Split-ticket voters could decide the election: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How Split-ticket voters could decide the election

    S2024 E265 - 5m 49s

    Split-ticket voters, those who vote for candidates from different parties, are increasingly rare in modern American politics. But those who cross the aisle on their ballots this November may decide which party controls the Senate next year. Lisa Desjardins reports.

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