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April 24, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode

57m 46s

Wednesday on the NewsHour, the Supreme Court weighs whether federal protections for emergency abortions override a near-total ban at the state level. After months of wrangling in the House, President Biden signs a major foreign aid package that includes tens of billions of dollars for Ukraine. Plus, we meet evangelical Christians in Ukraine caught in the crosshairs of Russia's invasion.

Episodes

  • April 10, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    April 10, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode

    S2024 E102 - 57m 46s

    Wednesday on the NewsHour, is inflation under control enough for the Fed to lower interest rates? We speak with a key player watching the economy. The Environmental Protection Agency puts strict limits on the amount of so-called "forever chemicals" in drinking water. Plus, a look at the violent crackdown on some Christian groups in Russian-occupied Ukraine.

  • April 7, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    April 7, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

    S2024 E99 - 26m 45s

    Sunday on PBS News Weekend, as the NCAA women’s basketball tournament wraps up, why women’s sports are reaching new heights in popularity and revenue. Then, how one community is working to preserve its mid-century architecture and the history behind it. Plus, the projected economic boon as millions of people travel to see Monday’s total eclipse of the sun.

  • April 6, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    April 6, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

    S2024 E98 - 26m 44s

    Saturday on PBS News Weekend, why more Americans are dipping into their retirement accounts early to make ends meet. Then, with hundreds of millions of people going hungry worldwide, more than 1 billion metric tons of food is wasted each year. Plus, the state of air quality in the U.S. and around the world as millions live with potentially deadly air pollution.

  • April 5, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    April 5, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode

    S2024 E97 - 56m 44s

    Friday on the NewsHour, two Israeli officers are disciplined after the military admits to making a “grave mistake” in killing seven aid workers in Gaza. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks on the massive effort required to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge and reopen the city’s port. Plus, what you need to know ahead of Monday’s total solar eclipse.

  • April 4, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    April 4, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode

    S2024 E96 - 57m 46s

    Thursday on the NewsHour, the Biden Administration warns Israel to change the way it is handling the war with Hamas or risk losing U.S. support. An exclusive conversation with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on efforts to increase security cooperation in Asia. Plus, we go to the southern border with migrants who've made the grueling journey through Mexico and those trying to help them.

Extras and Features

  • U.S. bolsters Asian military ties amid Chinese provocations: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    U.S. bolsters Asian military ties amid Chinese provocations

    S2024 E103 - 8m 59s

    President Biden hosted the leaders of Japan and the Philippines on Thursday, sending a strong message of unity to Beijing. The administration says the network of alliances and partnerships in Asia is expanding in direct response to actions by China. Nick Schifirin discussed the developments with Zack Cooper, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.

  • 'Chili crunch' trademark sparks debate over food and culture: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    'Chili crunch' trademark sparks debate over food and culture

    S2024 E103 - 7m 15s

    A hot debate over the ownership of a spicy Asian condiment has sent social media into a frenzy over food, culture, heritage and business. Momofuku founder David Chang is spearheading a trademark battle to protect its chili crunch brand. But the backlash against him has been swift. Stephanie Sy reports.

  • Oregon highlights political rift between rural, urban areas: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Oregon highlights political rift between rural, urban areas

    S2024 E102 - 11m 47s

    The divide between rural and urban areas in the United States has been growing in recent decades with grievances and political consequences on both sides. Judy Woodruff traveled across Oregon to learn more about that rift for her series, America at a Crossroads.

  • How Muslims in Jerusalem observed holidays amid war in Gaza: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How Muslims in Jerusalem observed holidays amid war in Gaza

    S2024 E102 - 5m 12s

    The Muslim holy month of Ramadan has ended, and with it comes Eid al-Fitr, the holiday of breaking the fast. But in Jerusalem and the West Bank, the mood is subdued as fellow Palestinians struggle in Gaza with hunger, even starvation, as the war between Israel and Hamas grinds on. Nick Schifrin reports.

  • News Wrap: Israeli airstrike kills 3 sons of Hamas leader: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    News Wrap: Israeli airstrike kills 3 sons of Hamas leader

    S2024 E102 - 6m 4s

    In our news wrap Wednesday, an Israeli airstrike killed three sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, President Biden called Prime Minister Netanyahu's approach to the Gaza war a "mistake," the European Parliament approved a major overhaul of migration laws after years of deadlock and six former officers who tortured two Black men in Mississippi were sentenced to 15 to 45 years on state charges.

  • Ukrainian Christian groups face violence from Russian forces: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ukrainian Christian groups face violence from Russian forces

    S2024 E102 - 10m 24s

    Russia first occupied the Ukrainian city of Melitopol in March 2022. After the persecution of pro-Ukrainian activists, former government officials, human rights defenders and journalists, Russian secret services turned its attention to churches, their pastors and congregations. With the support of the Pulitzer Center, special correspondent Simon Ostrovsky and videographer Yegor Troyanovsky report.

  • Minneapolis Fed president on inflation and interest rates: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Minneapolis Fed president on inflation and interest rates

    S2024 E102 - 6m 6s

    Inflation came in higher than expected last month, raising concerns once again about its persistence. Some experts also worry that it could delay or prevent a series of interest rate cuts expected from the Federal Reserve later this year. Geoff Bennett discussed the latest with Neel Kashkari, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.

  • EPA puts new limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    EPA puts new limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

    S2024 E102 - 6m 51s

    The Environmental Protection Agency says that so-called “forever chemicals,” which are harmful to human health, must be removed from U.S. drinking water. It's a moment public health advocates have long called for as PFAS have been linked to certain cancers and birth complications. William Brangham discussed more with Melanie Benesh.

  • King Charles presented with banknotes bearing his portrait: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    King Charles presented with banknotes bearing his portrait

    S2024 E101 - 2m

    British King Charles was presented with the new banknotes of his reign. The king, who is being treated for an undisclosed cancer, received the notes bearing his portrait at a brief ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Chris Ship of Independent Television News reports from London.

  • 'Quiet on Set' directors on exposing abuse at Nickelodeon: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    'Quiet on Set' directors on exposing abuse at Nickelodeon

    S2024 E101 - 7m 44s

    Nickelodeon helped shape pop culture for decades. But a docuseries is exposing the toxic culture behind some of the iconic children’s shows of the 90s and 2000s. As young viewers flocked to the channel for beloved programs, sexual abuse and harassment were rampant behind the scenes. Amna Nawaz discussed more with “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” directors Emma Schwartz and Mary Robertson.

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    Apr 27

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