July 25, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
Thursday on the News Hour, the new presidential matchup takes shape with Vice President Harris trying to rally support from key voting blocs and former President Trump sharpening his attacks. We hear how families of hostages view Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's controversial visit to the U.S. Plus, our look at what's behind the troubling rise in suicides among young Black Americans.
Episodes
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July 25, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E208 - 57m 46s
Thursday on the News Hour, the new presidential matchup takes shape with Vice President Harris trying to rally support from key voting blocs and former President Trump sharpening his attacks. We hear how families of hostages view Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's controversial visit to the U.S. Plus, our look at what's behind the troubling rise in suicides among young Black Americans.
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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.
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July 24, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E207 - 56m 45s
July 24, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
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Tipping Point: Colorado River Reckoning
1h 36m
Forty million people depend on the Colorado River for water, but that vital resource is in peril. On July 24, 2024, PBS News science correspondent Miles O’Brien hosted “Tipping Point: Colorado River Reckoning,” that examined the challenges facing the Colorado River and those who rely on it.
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July 23, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E206 - 57m 46s
July 23, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
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July 22, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E205 - 57m 46s
July 22, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
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July 21, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode
S2024 E204 - 26m 44s
Sunday on PBS News Weekend, President Biden drops out of the presidential race amid growing concerns from those in his own party and beyond. As Democrats look ahead to picking a new candidate, how will they navigate election law? Plus, Judy Woodruff reflects on this remarkable moment in American history.
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July 20, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode
S2024 E203 - 26m 45s
Saturday on PBS News Weekend, why some Middle East nations are taking steps to normalize relations with Syria. Then, why some conservative politicians are taking aim at divorce. Plus, with a spotlight on border security this election year, we look at the dangerous path some migrants are taking to enter the United States.
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July 19, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E202 - 57m 46s
Friday on the News Hour, a major tech outage linked to a faulty cyber security update sparks disruptions worldwide. Former President Trump lays out his vision for another term, promising to crack down on illegal immigration and reverse climate initiatives. Plus, more Democratic lawmakers join the growing chorus calling on President Biden to exit the race for the White House.
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July 18, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
S2024 E201 - 57m 46s
Thursday on the News Hour, all eyes are on the Republican convention where former President Donald Trump will make his first public speech since the assassination attempt. President Biden isolates after testing positive for COVID, the latest setback in his campaign. Plus, the Secret Service faces pressure from Republicans and Democrats over apparent failures that led up to Trump's shooting.
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2024 Republican National Convention | RNC Night 3 | PBS News special coverage
3h 26m
Sen. JD Vance officially joined the ticket as Vice President. Donald Trump, Jr., Peter Navarro and Rep. Nancy Mace all addressed the convention. Watch PBS News co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host PBS News special coverage of the 2024 Republican National Convention.
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2024 Republican National Convention | RNC Night 4 | PBS News special coverage
4h 14m
Following Kid Rock, Hulk Hogan, and Eric Trump, Donald Trump took the stage and delivered a 90 minute acceptance speech on the final night of the Republican National Convention. Watch PBS News co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host PBS News special coverage.
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Netanyahu defends Israel's Gaza war in address to Congress
S2024 E207 - 4m 31s
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the war in Gaza in a joint address to Congress, despite protests and partisan politics that led dozens of Democrats to boycott the speech. Netanyahu disparaged protesters outside the U.S. Capitol and blamed Hamas for the deaths of civilians who have been killed in 9 months of war. Nick Schifrin reports.
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Strategists examine campaign messages from Harris and Trump
S2024 E207 - 7m 11s
President Biden spoke from the White House Wednesday night explaining his reasons for ending his reelection bid. It comes as Vice President Harris is closer to the Democratic nomination and as former President Trump focused his attacks on her. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Democratic strategist Guy Cecil and Republican strategist Kevin Madden.
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Harris sharpens message as polls show tight race with Trump
S2024 E207 - 5m 37s
President Biden will address the nation Wednesday night from the Oval Office and explain his decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. It comes as Vice President Kamala Harris is moving closer to locking up her party’s nomination for president and as she navigates a high-stakes visit from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports.
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U.S. athletes to watch in the Paris Olympics
S2024 E207 - 6m 30s
The 2024 Paris Olympics are here. The opening ceremony isn’t until Friday, but events are officially underway with men’s soccer and rugby. Millions of fans will descend on the city, as will athletes from around the globe. To preview the summer games, Amna Nawaz spoke with Christine Brennan of USA Today.
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Mideast analysts weigh in on Netanyahu's address to Congress
S2024 E207 - 9m 8s
Prime Minister Netanyahu called on the U.S. to stand with Israel in a speech to Congress that many Democrats boycotted. To delve into what was said, Nick Schifrin spoke with Tom Malinowski, a former Democratic member of the House and a State Department human rights official under President Obama, and Kirsten Fontenrose, who served on the Trump National Security Council focused on the Mideast.
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News Wrap: DOT investigating Delta over passenger treatment
S2024 E206 - 6m 59s
In our news wrap Tuesday, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says his department is investigating Delta Airlines over its treatment of passengers following last week's global tech outage, the FAA is looking into Southwest Airlines after a series of safety-related incidents and thousands of people have evacuated Canada's Jasper National Park to escape wildfires threatening the area.
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Critics doubt developers claiming AI can combat loneliness
S2024 E206 - 9m 58s
There have been amazing advances in artificial intelligence with software and robots that listen and respond to human conversation with a kind of realism rarely seen before. That's both exciting and disturbing to experts about what it can mean for connection and loneliness. Paul Solman tried making some connections of his own.
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Secret Service director resigns after rally security failure
S2024 E206 - 5m 11s
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned Tuesday, ten days after a security failure nearly led to the assassination of former President Trump. Cheatle faced bipartisan criticism during testimony Monday before the House Oversight Committee. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Carol Leonnig of The Washington Post and author of “Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service."
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Activists demand reform, justice after Sonya Massey killing
S2024 E206 - 4m 42s
The Justice Department opened an investigation into the killing of a Black woman by an Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot her inside her home earlier this month. The probe comes after body camera footage was released, sparking protests and calls for accountability. William Brangham reports. A warning, many viewers will find this footage disturbing.
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Harris lays out case against Trump in first campaign event
S2024 E206 - 9m 27s
Vice President Kamala Harris has been laying out her game plan against Donald Trump in her first major outing since President Biden's departure from the 2024 race. Her trip to Wisconsin comes as Harris is getting more support from powerful allies back in Washington and more cash from donors around the country. Laura Barrón-López reports.
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Alsu Kurmasheva's family blasts her conviction in Russia
S2024 E206 - 8m 11s
Russian courts have convicted a string of journalists in recent days. Alsu Kurmasheva, a dual Russian-American citizen and journalist, was convicted and sentenced to six and a half years in prison for spreading "falsehoods about the Russian army." Her trial was shrouded in secrecy. Amna Nawaz spoke with Kurmasheva’s husband and daughter about the moment they learned of her conviction.
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Walz says GOP 'playing with fire' by 'demonizing' Harris
S2024 E206 - 7m 42s
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is among those being vetted as a possible running mate for the Democratic ticket. Walz joined Amna Nawaz to discuss his support for Vice President Kamala Harris.
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