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April 28, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

26m 45s

Sunday on PBS News Weekend, with cases of gut disorders on the rise, we look at how to sort through the good and the bad information to stay healthy. Then, why the soaring cost of cocoa may have chocolate lovers paying the price. Plus, how a powerful solar phenomenon has the potential to disable satellites and overpower electric grids.

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  • A look at the investigations surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A look at the investigations surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs

    S2024 E94 - 5m 42s

    Federal authorities are investigating allegations of sexual trafficking by Sean “P. Diddy” Combs. The music mogul is already facing a series of civil lawsuits from several women, and at least one man, alleging he either assaulted, abused or trafficked them. Combs has denied all allegations. Amna Nawaz discussed the latest with Sidney Madden of NPR and co-host of its podcast "Louder Than A Riot."

  • Novel retells ‘Huckleberry Finn’ from Jim's point of view: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Novel retells ‘Huckleberry Finn’ from Jim's point of view

    S2024 E94 - 7m 28s

    “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'' by Mark Twain is one of the cornerstones of American literature. "James," a new novel by Percival Everett, takes another look at the story and brings an unheard voice to the forefront. Jeffrey Brown sat down with Everett for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

  • News Wrap: Biden, Xi speak for first time since November: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    News Wrap: Biden, Xi speak for first time since November

    S2024 E94 - 3m 54s

    In our news wrap Tuesday, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone in their first conversation since a summit in California last November, Ukrainian military drones struck an oil refinery and drone-making factory in what may be the deepest attack inside Russia yet and anti-smoking advocates are suing the Biden administration over a stalled ban on menthol cigarettes.

  • Florida Supreme Court clears way for 6-week abortion ban: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Florida Supreme Court clears way for 6-week abortion ban

    S2024 E94 - 5m 20s

    The Florida Supreme Court paved the way for the state’s six-week abortion ban to take effect. But in a separate ruling, the justices said Florida voters will be able to decide on a constitutional amendment protecting abortion access in November. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Lynda Bell, president of Florida Right to Life, one of the state’s largest anti-abortion groups.

  • Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on abortion motivating voters: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on abortion motivating voters

    S2024 E93 - 9m 20s

    NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including how abortion rights could help President Biden motivate voters, House Speaker Mike Johnson signals a vote on Ukraine aid will come next week and the Biden campaign courts disaffected Republicans.

  • News Wrap: Israel withdraws from Gaza hospital after battle: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    News Wrap: Israel withdraws from Gaza hospital after battle

    S2024 E93 - 5m 17s

    In our news wrap Monday, Israeli forces withdrew from Gaza's largest hospital, Al Shifa, after a two-week battle that left much of the area in ruins, Turkey's political opposition is celebrating sweeping wins in Sunday's local elections and most fast food workers in California will earn $20 an hour after the state's new minimum wage law took effect.

  • State laws create disparities in access to food benefits: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    State laws create disparities in access to food benefits

    S2024 E93 - 9m 17s

    SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, is one of the nation’s largest welfare programs helping to feed more than 40 million low-income Americans. But for people in need, what that assistance looks like, and who can access it, varies greatly across the country. Laura Barrón-Lopez and producer Maea Lenei Buhre report for our series, America’s Safety Net.

  • Attack on Iran consulate in Syria escalates Mideast conflict: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Attack on Iran consulate in Syria escalates Mideast conflict

    S2024 E93 - 3m 32s

    There is an escalation of tension in the Middle East. On Monday, warplanes attacked a building inside Iran's consulate complex in Damascus, Syria. Some of the most senior members of Iran's Revolutionary Guard were killed. Iran blames Israel for the strikes. Now there are reports of new attacks on international ships in the Red Sea and a base in southern Israel. Nick Schifrin reports.

  • The challenging task crews face to clear collapsed bridge: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The challenging task crews face to clear collapsed bridge

    S2024 E93 - 4m 56s

    Over the weekend, one of the largest floating cranes on the East Coast arrived in Baltimore to start clearing debris at the site of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge. But before it can start removing steel and concrete, officials must remove a section of the bridge draped over the cargo ship. Geoff Bennett discussed the efforts with Lt. Gen. Scott Spellmon of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

  • Artist fuses design, accessory to create art you can carry: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Artist fuses design, accessory to create art you can carry

    S2024 E93 - 5m 21s

    One artist has taken popular designer handbags to a whole new level by transforming the accessories into artwork. Instead of his creations hanging on the wall, Kent Stetson decided to put them right in your hand. Pamela Watts of Rhode Island PBS Weekly reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

  • 'Havana syndrome' investigator on linking Russia to attacks: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    'Havana syndrome' investigator on linking Russia to attacks

    S2024 E93 - 6m 4s

    For the last decade, American diplomatic, law enforcement and intelligence personnel have suffered grievous injuries in the line of duty. Many say they felt attacked by debilitating waves of sound and pressure known as "Havana syndrome." Sunday, 60 Minutes reported more on this story, and assigned blame to Russia. Geoff Bennett discussed that report with retired Army Lt. Col. Gregory Edgreen.

  • Gov. Whitmer on efforts to protect reproductive rights: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Gov. Whitmer on efforts to protect reproductive rights

    S2024 E93 - 7m 40s

    Since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, Democratic leaders have worked to protect reproductive rights in their states. In Michigan, voters enshrined abortion rights in the state’s constitution. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pushed for several reproductive rights measures and signed new laws protecting IVF and decriminalizing surrogacy contracts. Whitmer joined Amna Nawaz to discuss more.

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