Best Float Universe Podcasts (2024)

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What happened during Michael Cohen's 3rd day of testimony in the Trump hush money trial 4:44

16m ago4:44

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Former President Trump's one-time lawyer, Michael Cohen, spent his third day on the stand Thursday in a Manhattan courthouse. Cohen is now the key witness in the case against his former boss, and he again faced hours of scrutiny over many lies and misstatements he's made. William Brangham was in the courtroom reports on the latest. PBS NewsHour is …

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News Wrap: U.S. military finishes work on floating pier to deliver aid to Gaza 6:30

20m ago6:30

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In our news wrap Thursday, the U.S. military finished work on a floating pier to deliver aid to Gaza, the House of Representatives passed a measure that seeks to force the transfer of bombs to Israel, authorities in Slovakia said the man charged with shooting Prime Minister Fico acted alone and the Supreme Court rejected a conservative attempt to w…

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Biden uses executive privilege block GOP access to special counsel interview audio 3:50

2m ago3:50

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President Biden used executive privilege to deny House Republicans access to audio from his interview with special counsel Robert Hur. The October 2023 interview centered on the president's handling of classified documents. Republicans requested the audio and planned to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt of Congress for failing to provide it…

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Outgoing UN humanitarian chief on handling one of the worst years for global crises 8:25

8m ago8:25

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The U.N. warns the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is growing more acute. In southern Gaza, a quarter of the population faces catastrophic levels of food insecurity and in northern Gaza, nearly one in three children are severely malnourished. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Martin Griffiths, the U.N.'s top humanitarian official, about what he calls o…

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American families working to evacuate Gaza child facing rare medical disorder 6:18

12m ago6:18

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Among the families caught in the war between Israel and Hamas is the Abu Zaiter family. Three-year-old Julia suffers from alternating hemiplegia, or AHC, an extremely rare neurological disorder that causes muscle stiffness, seizures and paralysis. Several families with children who have AHC have rallied to help Julia. Among them is Simon Frost, who…

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The lasting legacy of Brown v. Board and ongoing education challenges 9:13

41m ago9:13

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This week marks 70 years since the Supreme Court's landmark civil rights ruling of Brown v. Board of Education integrated public education. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Annette Gordon Reed of Harvard Law School and the first Black student to enroll in an all-white school in her Texas hometown in 1963, and Kevin Young of the Smithsonian Nationa…

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FDIC chair faces calls to resign after audit details toxic work culture at agency 6:47

1h ago6:47

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More than 100 million American households have money in bank accounts protected by the FDIC. The agency's chairman, Martin Gruenberg, is facing calls to resign after a recent audit and major news investigation found serious problems with the FDIC's workplace culture. Laura Barrón-López discussed more with Rebecca Ballhaus, an investigative reporter…

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Emergency room doctor reflects on treating trauma and preventing violence in new book 5:59

1h ago5:59

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A new book offers a firsthand look at the root causes and potential solutions to a critical issue plaguing communities across the country, violent crime. Dr. Rob Gore created a prevention program to keep young people from acts of violence. He sat down with Geoff Bennett to discuss his book, "Treating Violence: An Emergency Room Doctor Takes on a De…

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Democratic and GOP strategists discuss what to expect from the Biden-Trump debates 8:30

15m ago8:30

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President Biden and former President Trump have agreed to debate, one-on-one, but without the involvement of the Commission on Presidential Debates, which has run those debates since 1988. CNN and ABC will host the events in June and September, respectively. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Republican strategist Kevin Madden and Democratic strategist…

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News Wrap: Slovakia's prime minister shot in assassination attempt 5:45

20m ago5:45

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In our news wrap Wednesday, Slovakia's prime minister was shot multiple times today in an assassination attempt, the Supreme Court ordered Louisiana to hold congressional elections this year using a House map with a second mostly-Black district, the number of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. fell last year and Congress has passed a broad aviation b…

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Israeli defense minister publicly criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza strategy 5:54

24m ago5:54

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed back against criticism of his Gaza strategy from within his own government. Israel's defense minister accused Netanyahu of "indecision" and leading Israel down a "dangerous course." The public infighting comes as the Biden administration said Israel did not have a political plan for what's next in Ga…

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Inflation cools but rising prices still dominate Americans' view of economy 4:25

15m ago4:25

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Inflation cooled somewhat in April, according to new numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The consumer price index rose at an annual rate of 3.4 percent, in line with expectations. But overall, inflation hasn't yet come down quite to the levels that many people have been hoping for. Economics correspondent Paul Solman reports. PBS NewsHour …

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Zelenskyy pleads for more support amid one of Russia's largest offensives of the war 4:25

20m ago4:25

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Ukrainian troops fell back to defensive lines amid one of Russia's largest offensives since the beginning of the full-scale invasion more than two years ago. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has postponed all foreign travel, and U.S. Secretary of State Blinken announced new weapons deliveries while visiting Ukraine. But as Nick Schifrin reports, in Kh…

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Why scientists are concerned about the latest transmission of bird flu to cows 7:48

39m ago7:48

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The outbreak of bird flu in the U.S. has alarmed researchers and prompted new efforts to track the virus that's already killed millions of birds from Europe to Antarctica. As H5N1 continues to jump into mammals, many scientists are concerned that we're not watching closely enough as this virus spreads. William Brangham reports. A warning: This stor…

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How the politically diverse Latino community can help moderate U.S. polarization 8:39

2h ago8:39

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Latino Americans make up nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population and will be a critical constituency for both Republicans and Democrats in swing states. But the idea of Latinos voting as a bloc betrays the diversity of history, culture and perspectives within that community which may also help strengthen it against polarization. Judy Woodruff repo…

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South African music group spreads Mandela's message of reconciliation and healing 6:24

1h ago6:24

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South Africa is celebrating 30 years since apartheid ended and Nelson Mandela became the nation's first Black president. In the U.S., a South African musical group is spreading Mandela's message of racial reconciliation and healing while reminding us that the fight for equality in both nations is far from over. Special correspondent Megan Thompson …

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Cruise Gown (#437) 1:07:22

23m ago1:07:22

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This week Laurie (@anylaurie16) is more than just a hairline. Jackie (@jackiekashian) misunderstands what Laurie means by watching “Hacks”. Plus, you never want to deal with a reluctant doctor... Comic of the Week: Alyce Chan @momcomnyc Watch Laurie Kilmartin – Cis, Woke, Grief, Slut https://bit.ly/4bOVFsv Places to get Jackie's album “Stay ”Kashia…

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GameStop Stock, WNBA Tip-Off, War Updates, & More | 05.14.24 9:24

22m ago9:24

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Today we’re talking about why GameStop stock is soaring again, the WNBA tipping off a new season, Secretary of State Blinken visiting Kyiv, and other top news for Wednesday, May 15th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over Today.By The Pour Over

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we're taking a month off (i know! i'm sad too!) 16:04

1d ago16:04

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we will be back in mid-june! more details in this episode, but I can't wait to return and I miss you all already. holler at me if you want my mom to keep you entertained for the next 3-4 weeks lol no but seriously. see you soon, and thank you for your understanding as I figure out how to settle into this new way of life!! Spend more time with Carly…

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Trump attorneys grill star witness Michael Cohen in hush money trial 6:42

20m ago6:42

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The key witness in the New York criminal trial against Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, continued his testimony Tuesday, further detailing the alleged scheme to hide the payment Cohen made to Stormy Daniels to protect Trump during the 2016 campaign. During cross-examination, Trump's legal team painted Cohen as a man motivated by greed, determined to co…

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News Wrap: Farmworker bus crash kills at least 8 in Florida 6:18

25m ago6:18

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In our news wrap Tuesday, at least eight people were killed and dozens injured when a bus carrying farmworkers crashed in Florida, at least three died in severe storms across southern states, Secretary of State Blinken is in Ukraine to show support for the country's war against Russia and a manhunt is underway in France after a brazen ambush on a p…

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Treasury Secretary Yellen on why Biden is targeting Chinese manufacturing with new tariffs 10:11

38m ago10:11

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President Biden announced a series of major tariffs on several Chinese imports. The world's two largest economic superpowers are colliding over the future of electric vehicles and other industrial sectors. It comes as both President Biden and Donald Trump are battling to sell voters on their visions for the economy. Amna Nawaz discussed the develop…

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Amid massive protests, Georgian parliament passes bill critics say will set back democracy 5:54

10m ago5:54

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The parliament in the country of Georgia passed a bill that requires aid groups and media that receive foreign funding to register as "organizations serving the interests of a foreign power." Georgia is located between Russia and Turkey on the Black Sea. Critics call it the "Russia Law" and say it will increase Russian influence and block Georgia's…

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White House asks judge to change protections for migrant children in government custody 5:13

40m ago5:13

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The Biden administration is asking a federal judge to partially terminate a decades-old agreement that set standards of care for unaccompanied migrant children held in U.S. custody. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López explains what this means. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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Editors of small news sites on winning Pulitzer Prizes and the future of local reporting 7:33

1h ago7:33

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The Pulitzer Prize is one of journalism's most prestigious awards and this year's winners include some familiar names like The New York Times, Associated Press and Washington Post. But it was also a big year for some small newsrooms, including some new digital outlets with just a handful of reporters covering stories in their local communities. Ste…

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A look at the Kendrick Lamar-Drake feud and its implications 6:48

1h ago6:48

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They are two of the biggest names in hip hop, Kendrick Lamar and Drake, and they're locked in a rap battle that's capturing global attention and having a big impact on the music industry. Amna Nawaz discussed this feud and its implications with Sidney Madden of NPR. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - ht…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on creating cultures of growth 2:42

1h ago2:42

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Mary C. Murphy is a social psychologist and professor specializing in improving equity, diversity, and inclusion in educational and organizational settings. Her new book, "Cultures of Growth," explores the traits of individual and team success. Mary shares her Brief But Spectacular take on how we create cultures of growth. PBS NewsHour is supported…

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Michael Cohen testifies Trump directly involved in hush money payment and coverup 7:31

18m ago7:31

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On the stand Monday in the fourth week of testimony in Donald Trump's hush money trial was the prosecution's star witness, Michael Cohen. Trump's former attorney and fixer testified that Trump directed him to pay adult film actress Stormy Daniels to bury her story on the eve of the 2016 election and was then involved in the coverup of those payment…

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News Wrap: Defense minister replacement shows Putin's desperation, State Department says 5:05

23m ago5:05

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In our news wrap Monday, the State Department says Vladimir Putin's appointment of a new defense minister shows his 'desperation' to sustain his invasion of Ukraine, smoke from wildfires in Canada prompted health warnings in parts of the Midwest and major U.S. airlines are suing the Department of Transportation over a rule requiring them to clearly…

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Israel faces diplomatic pressure to avoid assault on Rafah 4:39

5m ago4:39

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The United Nations says more than 360,000 Gazans who fled to Rafah have now been forced to flee again as Israeli troops attack sectors of the city in a bid to rout Hamas. Also in Rafah, the first foreign U.N. staff member was killed by Israeli troops. More than 100 Palestinian U.N. staff have been killed since Oct. 7. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS New…

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Jury selection begins Sen. Bob Menendez's federal corruption trial 3:50

10m ago3:50

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Jury selection began Monday as Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez is set to become the first sitting senator ever tried for conspiracy to act as a foreign agent. The case is expected to last several weeks. Lisa Desjardins previews what's to come. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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Democrats plan to keep abortion rights front and center in battleground states 8:17

15m ago8:17

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Since the fall of Roe v. Wade, Republicans have banned abortion in 14 states and restricted it in more. But when given the chance, voters have supported ballot initiatives to protect access to the procedure. This election year, abortion will again be a defining issue. Laura Barrón-Lopéz reports from the battleground of Michigan, where Democrats pla…

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Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on polls showing Biden trailing Trump in key states 8:26

44m ago8:26

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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 new polls showing President Biden trailing Donald Trump in key battleground states and the former president's historic trial rolls on in New York. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/…

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How families can protect children as FBI sees increase in online sextortion cases 6:52

7h ago6:52

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FBI field offices across the country have reported an increase in youth sextortion cases where sexually explicit content is used as blackmail. Stephanie Sy reports on the concerning trend and preventive efforts to protect minors. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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Doris Kearns Goodwin on her personal history and 'An Unfinished Love Story' 7:22

1h ago7:22

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"An Unfinished Love Story" is the story of the love of two people for one another and their country. The new book is by an author well-known to NewsHour audiences, Doris Kearns Goodwin. She spoke with Jeffrey Brown for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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Northern Lights, Trial of Senator Menendez Begins, & More | 05.13.24 8:20

2h ago8:20

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Today, we’re talking about why the Northern Lights were widely visible this weekend, the trial of Senator Bob Menendez beginning today, and other top news for Monday, May 13th. Today’s episode is a bit shorter than normal after a busy day celebrating Mothers. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over Today. Please support o…

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News Wrap: Israel fights resurgence of Hamas militants in northern Gaza 2:49

35m ago2:49

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In our news wrap Sunday, Israeli forces are again fighting Hamas in an area of northern Gaza that the military had previously cleared, Russia says a 10-story apartment building in the border city of Belgorod partially collapsed under Ukrainian shelling, the first person to receive a genetically modified pig kidney transplant has died, and filmmaker…

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The costs and pitfalls of 'earned wage access' apps that offer loans between paychecks 7:10

2d ago7:10

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Two years of high prices for everything from groceries to gas have left many Americans struggling between paydays. For help, some are increasingly turning to "earned wage access" apps, which offer small, short-term loans until their next paycheck. We hear from people who use these apps, and John Yang speaks with Associated Press business reporter C…

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New film shows the toll Russia's invasion has taken on animals in Ukraine 5:52

13m ago5:52

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The war in Ukraine has upended the lives of millions of people. It's also disrupted the lives of an untold number of animals, both pets and zoo animals. An upcoming episode of Nature on PBS, "Saving the Animals of Ukraine," documents how war-torn Ukrainians are reclaiming humanity by rescuing animals. John Yang speaks with director Anton Ptushkin a…

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6 voices on what motherhood means to those with and without children 5:00

17h ago5:00

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The American family has changed significantly since Mother's Day became a national holiday more than a century ago. Families are smaller, more people are choosing not to have children and more are choosing to be single parents. Still others want to have children, but aren't able to. This Mother's Day, we hear from people around the country about wh…

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A mother and daughter's heart-to-heart talk about their unbreakable bond 2:15

22m ago2:15

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Yomi Young was born with a rare genetic disorder that causes her bones to break under the slightest pressure. In this animated feature from our partners at StoryCorps, she and her mother, Sarah Churchill, talk about the day she was born. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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News Wrap: Israel expands Rafah evacuation orders ahead of potential military operation 3:37

29m ago3:37

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In our news wrap Saturday, Israel issued more evacuation orders forcing tens of thousands of Palestinians to flee Rafah, Russian forces took control of five villages outside Kharkiv amid a renewed offensive in Ukraine's northeast, flash floods in Afghanistan, Brazil and Kenya have killed hundreds of people, and unusually strong solar storms are pro…

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What to know about new COVID variants and the spread of bird flu and measles 6:44

10m ago6:44

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Hospitalizations for COVID are at an all-time low four years after the start of the pandemic, but new variants are in circulation. Meanwhile, bird flu has been found in 36 dairy herds across nine states, though there has been only one confirmed human case so far in 2024. To find out how concerned we should be about all of this, John Yang speaks wit…

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How intergenerational connections help older Americans stay happier and healthier 8:07

15m ago8:07

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America's population is older than it's ever been, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. About 18 percent of Americans are at least 65 years old, a number that's projected to hit 28 percent in 30 years. And as that demographic grows, some of them are reimagining retirement. Ali Rogin reports for our series, "Rethinking Aging." PBS NewsHour is suppo…

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The history-making legacy of Asian American photographer Corky Lee 4:25

20m ago4:25

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May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. For our "Hidden Histories" series, we learn about Corky Lee, a photographer who chronicled the daily lives, struggles and contributions of Asian Americans, a community that is often marginalized, unsung and unseen. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour…

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Israel likely violated international humanitarian law in Gaza war, U.S. report says 5:10

26m ago5:10

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A highly anticipated report from the State Department concludes that the U.S. may continue to send weapons to Israel despite apparent Israeli violations of international humanitarian law. The long-awaited report comes just two days after the president said he would suspend a shipment of bombs to Israel as it surges forces around Rafah. Nick Schifri…

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News Wrap: Police clear pro-Palestinian encampments at 3 more universities 5:48

31m ago5:48

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In our news wrap Friday, police moved in to clear out pro-Palestinian encampments at three universities across the country, the battlefront in Ukraine has shifted to the Kharkiv region, the death toll from flooding in Brazil rose to 113, two public schools in Virginia are getting their old names for Confederate figures back and NOAA issued its firs…

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Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen expected on stand next week in hush money trial 3:58

15m ago3:58

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The third week of testimony in former president Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial came to a close Friday in New York with prosecutors saying they may be able to rest their case next week. William Brangham was in the courtroom and reports on what he saw and what comes next. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/fun…

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