At least 220 people are believed to have died from the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. The World Health Organization says that it is spreading so quickly that response efforts are struggling to keep pace. The epicenter remains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where mistrust of health authorities is complicating efforts. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Dr. Celine Gounder of KFF Health News. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
May 26, 2026•5 min
There's real concern about the growing prevalence of the use of artificial intelligence and other technologies in higher education. But some schools have found benefits as well. In the case of nursing programs, more and more are integrating immersive technologies like generative AI and virtual reality into their curricula. Ali Rogin spotlights one of those for our series, Rethinking College. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
May 26, 2026•7 min
Pulitzer Prize-winning presidential historian and bestselling author Jon Meacham joined Amna Nawaz on our podcast "Settle In." They talked about his latest book, "American Struggle," which looks back at historical texts to tell us more about who we are today, and why he still has hope in the state of our democracy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 26, 2026•6 min
Sonny Rollins, one of jazz's all-time greats, died Monday at the age of 95 after spending more than five decades pushing the boundaries of the genre. Rollins won two Grammys and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in the early 2000s. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown has a look at his career. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 26, 2026•6 min
Settle In is going on a brief summer break. We're gearing up to return later this summer with more of the candid interviews you've come to enjoy. Until then, here are five of our favorite moments from Settle In so far with Dave Chappelle, Tressie McMillan Cottom, Jon Meacham, Michael Harriot and Lena Dunham. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 26, 2026•21 min
Iranian and U.S. officials agree progress to end the war has been made, but how much remains uncertain. President Trump suggested this weekend that a deal was close, before saying that the U.S. is in no rush to reach an agreement. Negotiations resumed in Doha with a visit by senior Iranian officials. Iran acknowledged progress, but said any agreement was not imminent. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
May 25, 2026•6 min
In our news wrap Monday, Southern California authorities say a tank full of hazardous chemicals is no longer a threat to explode, the WHO head says at least 220 people have died from the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and a bystander who was struck in Saturday's shooting near the White House remains in serious but stable condition. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 25, 2026•6 min
Pope Leo called for artificial intelligence to be "disarmed" in his first papal encyclical, urging major regulation to protect against potential risks, including war and economic dislocation. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Christopher Hale, who writes "Letters from Leo" on Substack. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 25, 2026•8 min
When he left the presidential race, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. galvanized his supporters to vote for Donald Trump. Trump promised to let Kennedy "go wild" on health care policy. But as fans of Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again movement have learned, that promise has limits. And now some MAHA voters are feeling disillusioned. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 25, 2026•8 min
NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's fight to reshape the Republican Party moves to Texas as he tries to take out another incumbent senator and Democrats weigh how to move past 2024 losses with the midterms fast approaching. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 25, 2026•9 min
Memorial Day was first established in the aftermath of the Civil War, but has become a day to mark all those who died serving in the military. As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, Judy Woodruff reports on a local project to mark our revolutionary origins and the final resting places of some of the nation's first veterans. It's part of her series, America at a Crossroads. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 25, 2026•9 min
The Scripps National Spelling Bee begins Tuesday in Washington, D.C., bringing together 247 finalists from all 50 states. These spellers emerged from millions of competitors across the nation who dream that this moment from last year may be theirs: This year, the competition will be hosted by ESPN's Mina Kimes. She sat down with Amna Nawaz to discuss her new role. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 25, 2026•7 min
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, the highest-ranking intelligence official in the U.S. government, has resigned. She said her husband is suffering from a rare bone cancer that requires her full attention. Nick Schifrin and Liz Landers report, and William Brangham discusses more with Larry Pfeiffer. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 22, 2026•10 min
In our news wrap Friday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with NATO allies amid confusion over recent statements on U.S. troop levels in Europe, authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are banning funeral wakes and large gatherings to try and slow the Ebola outbreak and a judge in Tennessee dismissed the human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 22, 2026•7 min
As the school year is coming to a close, a new analysis shines another harsh spotlight on what's being called a "learning recession" for American students. It's a problem that started long before the pandemic, according to the latest National Education Scorecard. William Brangham discussed more with Thomas Kane. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 22, 2026•8 min
A deal between two seemingly incompatible clothing brands is causing a lot of consternation among customers and raising questions about sustainable fashion. Shein, the Chinese fast-fashion giant, is acquiring Everlane. For many, Everlane has been the face of a sustainable and ethical way to buy clothes online, but that all may change going forward. Liz Landers discussed more with Maxine Bédat. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
May 22, 2026•6 min
Markets to offset carbon emissions are now worth about $2 billion annually, and supporters say they're a key tool to address climate change. But carbon credits have also been criticized for being opaque and not reducing emissions nearly enough. Stephanie Sy reports on an effort to boost the integrity of carbon markets and open them up to small landowners. It's part of our series, Tipping Point. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
May 22, 2026•8 min
David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join William Brangham to discuss the week in politics, including President Trump demonstrating his grip on Republican primary voters, another Cabinet member departs his administration and Democrats releasing a clumsy analysis of why they lost to Trump in the last election. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 22, 2026•11 min
Hours before they were scheduled to vote, Senate Republicans instead refused to advance a key bill for President Trump because of concerns over the administration's "anti-weaponization fund." The acting attorney general made an unplanned trip to the Capitol to personally argue the case for the fund. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins was there as this happened and reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 21, 2026•5 min
In our news wrap Thursday, the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, made up of President Trump's appointed allies, approved the design for his proposed 250-foot arch, Trump and Secretary of State Rubio revived warnings about possible U.S. intervention in Cuba and a judge in Minnesota sentenced the former leader of a non-profit to nearly 42 years in prison for her role in a $250 million dollar fraud case. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
May 21, 2026•8 min
The Democratic National Committee released a long-awaited, yet still incomplete, report into what went wrong during the 2024 presidential election. The report had initially been shelved, but after months of consternation and criticism, DNC Chair Ken Martin said he released it in the name of transparency. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Democratic strategist Faiz Shakir. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 21, 2026•7 min
The countries along NATO's eastern flank have long been on the frontline against Russian aggression. But now they are in the firing line between Ukraine's long-range drones and targets in northwest Russia. Nick Schifrin spoke with Latvia's foreign minister and reports on NATO's efforts to defend itself against a growing drone threat. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 21, 2026•5 min
With the primary season underway, election officials are preparing for November. Some Democratic-led states, worried about the possibility of armed soldiers or ICE officers appearing near polling places, are taking steps to counter what they see as a potential effort to intimidate voters. Liz Landers discussed more with Maggie Toulouse Oliver, the New Mexico Secretary of State. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 21, 2026•7 min
While most college freshmen spend their first year shopping around courses and picking their majors, Theo Baker had a bit more on his plate. As a reporter for the Stanford Daily, he investigated research misconduct, leading to the resignation of President Marc Tessier-Lavigne. Baker sat down with Amna Nawaz to discuss his new book, "How to Rule the World." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 21, 2026•9 min
The curtain comes down one final time on Thursday for "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." Colbert has entertained and provoked audiences from the Ed Sullivan Theater stage for the last decade in ways that transformed the comedic landscape. Geoff Bennett takes a look at what led to this point and what it may mean for the future of late-night. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
May 21, 2026•9 min
Raúl Castro, the brother of the late Cuban dictator Fidel Castro, was indicted by the U.S. Justice Department. The 96-year-old has held many senior positions, including the presidency. Castro and four others were charged in the 1996 killings of Americans seeking to aid Cubans at sea. Ali Rogin reports and Geoff Bennett discusses more with Michael Bustamante. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 20, 2026•9 min
In our news wrap Wednesday, two police officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot filed a lawsuit to try to block the Trump administration's "anti-weaponization fund," the World Health Organization says there are now more than 600 suspected cases from an Ebola outbreak in central Africa and former Congressman Barney Frank, a trailblazer for gay rights, has died. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 20, 2026•6 min
President Trump's grip on the Republican Party was on display in primaries across the country, with several Trump critics losing after the president targeted their campaigns. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Melik Abdul, a Republican strategist and media consultant. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 20, 2026•7 min
Right on the heels of President Trump's state visit to China, Russian President Vladimir Putin stopped in Beijing for a meeting with his chief ally, Xi Jinping. As Nick Schifrin reports, they focused on economic issues and criticized the Trump White House's foreign policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
May 20, 2026•4 min
The Trump administration permanently banned the IRS from auditing the president's tax returns, and those of his sons, his company or any affiliated trust. That move was announced a day after the creation of a $1.8 billion fund to compensate allies of Trump who claim they were mistreated by the Biden Justice Department. Geoff Bennett discussed more with former IRS Commissioner John Koskinen. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
May 20, 2026•8 min
