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· 2mo ago

Arizona, California and Nevada would share cuts under federal proposal for Colorado River https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/arizona-california-and-nevada-would-share-cuts-under-federal-proposal-for-colorado-river?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

Arizona, California and Nevada would share cuts under federal proposal for Colorado River

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation proposal spares four other states from facing mandatory cuts for now.

· 3mo ago

Illnesses surge in quake-hit Venezuelan communities as humanitarian crisis builds https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/illnesses-surge-in-quake-hit-venezuelan-communities-as-humanitarian-crisis-builds?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Illnesses surge in quake-hit Venezuelan communities as humanitarian crisis builds

Doctors treating people in the northern state of La Guaira on Thursday reported an increase in skin conditions and diarrheal diseases, as well as of requests for medications for the treatment of chronic illnesses, including diabetes and high blood pressure.

· 2w ago

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How the diesel price spike is rippling through nearly every part of the economy https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-the-diesel-price-spike-is-rippling-through-nearly-every-part-of-the-economy?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

How the diesel price spike is rippling through nearly every part of the economy

A rapid surge in the price of diesel fuel is straining businesses and threatening to raise costs across the economy. It’s also putting pressure on President Trump to bring relief at the pump, including through a diesel export ban that’s been pushed by some Republican lawmakers ahead of November’s midterm elections. William Brangham reports.

· 2mo ago

Fact-checking Trump's address on China, the 2020 election and what documents show https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fact-checking-trumps-address-on-china-the-2020-election-and-what-documents-show?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Fact-checking Trump's address on China, the 2020 election and what documents show

President Donald Trump quoted years-old intelligence community documents, including some that had been declassified or partially redacted, without noting a distinction between what China may have planned versus what analysts say it did.

· 2mo ago

3 FBI agents fired over Trump investigation get broad backing in lawsuit against administration https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/3-fbi-agents-fired-over-trump-investigation-get-broad-backing-in-lawsuit-against-administration?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

3 FBI agents fired over Trump investigation get broad backing in lawsuit against administration

The agents were terminated as part of a broader personnel purge by FBI Director Kash Patel that has targeted employees who investigated Trump or are perceived as being against the administration's interest.

· 3w ago

DHS may have violated state election law, Virginia's AG says after whistleblower report https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/dhs-may-have-violated-state-election-law-virginias-ag-says-after-whistleblower-report?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

DHS may have violated state election law, Virginia's AG says after whistleblower report

Virginia's attorney general said Thursday that the Department of Homeland Security may have violated several state laws after a whistleblower accused its employees of misrepresenting themselves on voter lookup tools to hunt for noncitizen voters.

· 3mo ago

Rep. Ro Khanna says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/rep-ro-khanna-says-he-was-detained-by-the-israeli-military-and-settlers-in-the-west-bank?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

Rep. Ro Khanna says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank

A representative for Khanna, a California Democrat who is an outspoken progressive, said the confrontation occurred Wednesday in the middle of a three-day tour of the West Bank.

· 2mo ago

The state of Venezuela after Maduro's capture and devastating earthquakes https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts/compass-points-with-pbs-news/the-state-of-venezuela-after-maduros-capture-and-devastating-earthquakes?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

The state of Venezuela after Maduro's capture and devastating earthquakes

It was a shocking military operation that removed Venezuela's president from power, followed by a surprising declaration by President Trump that the U.S. was going to run the country. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses the remote U.S. leadership and how an earthquake has exposed its flaws with William Brownfield, Rick de la Torre, Laura Cristina Dib and Andrés Martínez-Fernández.

· 3w ago

Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it down https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/thousands-join-protest-outside-kennedy-center-expressing-concern-that-trump-might-tear-it-down?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it down

Friday's event followed a tumultuous week in federal courts in Washington where filings and counter-filings flooded the courts as the administration continues pushing for the president’s vanity projects.

· 2mo ago

U.S. soldier killed in Iraq was 30-year-old father from North Carolina https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/u-s-soldier-killed-in-iraq-was-30-year-old-father-from-north-carolina?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

U.S. soldier killed in Iraq was 30-year-old father from North Carolina

The U.S. military has identified a soldier killed while disarming an Iranian drone in Iraq as Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton from North Carolina.

· 2mo ago

The health risks of wildfire smoke across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/the-health-risks-of-wildfire-smoke-across-the-midwest-and-mid-atlantic?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Science @science-PBSNewsHour

The health risks of wildfire smoke across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic

More than 115 million people may be exposed to dangerous smoke and unhealthy air quality levels. That's because wildfire smoke is spreading and triggering health advisories in at least 17 states from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic. It's led to flight delays, the closure of pools and beaches, and the cancellation of many other outdoor activities. Stephanie Sy reports.

· 2mo ago

WATCH: Epstein survivor Dani Bensky says Blanche has never responded to them in opening statement https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-epstein-survivor-dani-bensky-says-blanche-has-never-responded-to-them-in-opening-statement?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

WATCH: Epstein survivor Dani Bensky says Blanche has never responded to them in opening statement

She implored senators on the Judiciary Committee to “think about the girls in these photos” when casting their confirmation votes for attorney general nominee Todd Blanche.

· 3w ago

WATCH: Rep. Massie introduces articles of impeachment against Hegseth on House floor https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-rep-massie-introduces-articles-of-impeachment-against-hegseth-on-house-floor?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

WATCH: Rep. Massie introduces articles of impeachment against Hegseth on House floor

Massie said Hegseth abused his powers by deploying the U.S. military in the war against Iran without seeking congressional approval under the War Powers Act. He said these are “unlawful orders” and “high crimes and misdemeanors.”

· 3mo ago

WATCH: Trump says FBI is 'wasting their time' if agency is investigating Sen. Graham's death https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-trump-says-fbi-is-wasting-their-time-if-agency-is-investigating-sen-grahams-death?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

WATCH: Trump says FBI is 'wasting their time' if agency is investigating Sen. Graham's death

President Donald Trump said he doesn’t know why the FBI is looking into Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death.

· 2mo ago

Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/lettuce-at-taco-bell-in-5-states-confirmed-as-a-source-of-diarrhea-causing-parasite?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

Lettuce supplied to Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

Lettuce supplied to Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

A Food and Drug Administration investigation so far has identified a single supplier of the lettuce. The federal warnings to consumers did not identify the company, but Taylor Fresh Foods, of Salinas, California, said FDA testing indicated it was “a specific independent farm” affiliated with the company.

· 2mo ago

Board packed with Trump allies votes to weaken protections for historic sites https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/board-packed-with-trump-allies-votes-to-weaken-protections-for-historic-sites?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Board packed with Trump allies votes to weaken protections for historic sites

An advisory council packed with Trump allies voted to weaken federal oversight of construction projects affecting historic sites. Critics are concerned that this move will open the floodgates to endangering preservation of historic and cultural places across the country. Jeffrey Brown discussed more with Phillip Kennicott of The Washington Post. It's for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

· 3w ago

Trump says he's banning 3 outlets from White House in his latest attack on press freedom https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-says-hes-banning-3-outlets-from-white-house-in-his-latest-attack-on-press-freedom?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Trump says he's banning 3 outlets from White House in his latest attack on press freedom

President Donald Trump says he is banning three major news outlets, CNN, MS NOW and Politico, from the White House due to what he called "unfavorable coverage." Trump didn't provide details on how the ban would be implemented, but warned he might bar other media outlets as well. White House Correspondent Liz Landers reports on the administration's latest test of First Amendment protections.

· 2mo ago

End of migrant protections creates elder care staffing challenges https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/end-of-migrant-protections-creates-elder-care-staffing-challenges?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

End of migrant protections creates elder care staffing challenges

Hundreds of thousands of migrants are facing uncertainty after the Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Syrian and Haitian nationals. It's raising alarm among leaders in the senior care industry, who say workers with TPS make up a significant part of a strained workforce. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Katie Smith Sloan of LeadingAge.

· 3mo ago

WATCH LIVE: Senate Democrats block $1 trillion annual defense bill in protest over Iran war https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-senate-democrats-block-1-trillion-annual-defense-bill-in-protest-over-iran-war?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

· 2mo ago

How to keep babies safe when temperatures soar https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/how-to-keep-babies-safe-when-temperatures-soar?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Science @science-PBSNewsHour

How to keep babies safe when temperatures soar

Infants, toddlers and young children need outdoor activity to build strong bodies and minds, but they also require extra care in the heat.

· 2mo ago

Israeli strikes kill at least a dozen people in Gaza, including police officers https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/israels-latest-strikes-kill-at-least-a-dozen-people-in-gaza-including-police-officers?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Israeli strikes kill at least a dozen people in Gaza, including police officers

The Israeli military claimed some officers were Hamas militants but provided no evidence.

· 2mo ago

Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate rises to highest level in a year https://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/average-30-year-u-s-mortgage-rate-rises-to-highest-level-in-a-year?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Business and Economics @business-and-economics-PBSNewsHour

Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate rises to highest level in a year

The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.66% from 6.58% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. One year ago, the average rate was 6.72%.

· 2mo ago

Deadly shootings by ICE officers renew scrutiny of recruitment and training https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/deadly-shootings-by-ice-officers-renew-scrutiny-of-recruitment-and-training?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

Deadly shootings by ICE officers renew scrutiny of recruitment and training

Two deadly shootings involving ICE officers reignited protests and renewed questions about tactics, training and recruitment at the agency. None of the agents involved were wearing body cameras, and neither of the victims was the intended target of the operation. Amna Nawaz discussed more with John Sandweg, who served as acting director of ICE under President Obama.

· 3mo ago

What we know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to produce https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-we-know-about-the-cyclosporiasis-outbreak-linked-to-produce?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Health @health-PBSNewsHour

What we know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to produce

Thirty-one states are now reporting cases of a parasitic intestinal disease that is making life miserable for those who contract it. While the U.S. has seen outbreaks of cyclosporiasis in the past, the cases this summer are much higher than normal and are raising real concerns about the illness. William Brangham discussed more with Dr. Omer Awan of the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

· 3mo ago

Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to release voter records sought by conservative activist https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/wisconsin-supreme-court-refuses-to-release-voter-records-sought-by-conservative-activist?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to release voter records sought by conservative activist

The case has been wending its way through the courts for years and stems from attempts by conservatives to overturn President Joe Biden’s victory in Wisconsin over President Donald Trump in 2020.

· 2mo ago

PolitiFact: Live fact-checking Trump's address from the White House https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/politifact-live-fact-checking-trumps-address-from-the-white-house?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

PolitiFact: Live fact-checking Trump's address from the White House

Our partners at PolitiFact are providing live fact-checking of the president's July 16 address from the White House.

· 2mo ago

Hegseth says Iran war has cost $37.5B so far and Pentagon needs $67B to restock arms https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/hegseth-says-iran-war-has-cost-37-5b-so-far-and-pentagon-needs-67b-to-restock-arms?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

Hegseth says Iran war has cost $37.5B so far and Pentagon needs $67B to restock arms

President Trump's top military advisors were on Capitol Hill to make the case for the war in Iran, and additional money to fund the Pentagon. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine argued for an additional $67 billion, what Hegseth called an urgent and necessary injection of funds. Nick Schifrin reports. Correction: A graphic in this piece mistitled Sen. Mike Rounds. We regret the error.

· 3mo ago

Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75 https://www.pbs.org/newshour/arts/bonnie-tyler-who-topped-the-charts-with-epic-total-eclipse-of-the-heart-has-died-at-75?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

· 2mo ago

Judge says Paramount and Warner Bros. must halt merger for at least 2 weeks as states challenge deal https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/judge-says-paramount-and-warner-bros-must-halt-merger-for-at-least-2-weeks-as-states-challenge-deal?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

Judge says Paramount and Warner Bros. must halt merger for at least 2 weeks as states challenge deal

welve states, led by California, sued to block Paramount’s pending buyout of Warner last week— alleging that such a combination would “extinguish competition” in Hollywood and lead to fewer choices for consumers.

· 2mo ago

WATCH: 'I'm his lawyer,' Blanche says of his relationship to Trump before correcting himself https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-im-his-lawyer-blanche-says-of-his-relationship-to-trump-before-correcting-himself?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

WATCH: 'I'm his lawyer,' Blanche says of his relationship to Trump before correcting himself

Todd Blanche represented President Donald Trump in multiple cases before joining the Justice Department under Trump's second term.

· 2mo ago

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trumps-attacks-on-mail-balloting-and-concerns-over-delays-turn-midterms-spotlight-on-postal-service?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service

Roughly six weeks before the first midterm ballots are mailed out, the U.S. Postal Service is emerging as a pivotal player in an election season that will determine control of Congress.

· 2mo ago

Hegseth announces new policy to test troops for low testosterone and offer them hormone replacement therapy https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/hegseth-announces-new-policy-to-test-troops-for-low-testosterone-and-offer-them-hormone-replacement-therapy?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Hegseth announces new policy to test troops for low testosterone and offer them hormone replacement therapy

Many influencers and proponents of Robert F. Kennedy’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement tout testosterone as a way to look younger, build muscle and stay mentally sharp — although those uses aren’t accepted by most medical experts.

· 2mo ago

As wildfire smoke makes air unhealthy from Midwest to East Coast, officials say stay inside https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/as-wildfire-smoke-makes-air-unhealthy-from-midwest-to-east-coast-officials-say-stay-inside?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

As wildfire smoke makes air unhealthy from Midwest to East Coast, officials say stay inside

Heavy, pungent wildfire smoke darkened skies in the U.S. on Thursday from the Great Lakes to parts of the East Coast, reducing visibility and prompting warnings that breathing the air outside could be dangerous.

· 2mo ago

Epstein survivor criticizes Blanche, calls meeting 'a performative move' https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/epstein-survivor-criticizes-blanche-calls-meeting-a-performative-move?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Epstein survivor criticizes Blanche, calls meeting 'a performative move'

The Senate is weighing President Trump's nomination of Todd Blanche to lead the Department of Justice as questions continue over the administration's handling of investigations into Jeffrey Epstein. It comes days after Blanche met privately with several survivors of Epstein's abuse. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin spoke with Liz Stein, one of the survivors who met with Blanche.

· 2mo ago

There are already more U.S. measles cases this year than in all of 2025 https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/there-are-already-more-u-s-measles-cases-this-year-than-in-all-of-2025?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

There are already more U.S. measles cases this year than in all of 2025

This year has easily become the U.S.’s worst year for measles since 1991, as major outbreaks in South Carolina, Utah and Arizona have sickened hundreds and smaller clusters of cases sparked in other states.

· 2mo ago

AP Report: Trump's immigration crackdown has detained more than 50 military spouses and parents https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/ap-report-trumps-immigration-crackdown-has-detained-more-than-50-military-spouses-and-parents?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

AP report: Trump's immigration crackdown has detained more than 50 military spouses and parents

President Donald Trump’s administration has detained dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. troops as it rolls back immigration protections for military families to pursue its mass deportation agenda, an Associated Press investigation found.

· 2mo ago

Most of the 60,000 migrants who crossed into territory of Ceuta have left voluntarily, Spain says https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/most-of-the-60000-migrants-who-crossed-into-spanish-territory-of-ceuta-have-left-voluntarily?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

Most of the 60,000 migrants who crossed into territory of Ceuta have left voluntarily, Spain says

Many young Moroccans who crossed into Ceuta told The Associated Press that they had hoped to find better work opportunities in Spain but were returning given the mayhem in Ceuta.

· 3mo ago

NATO chief demands allies present credible plans to reach defense spending targets https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/nato-chief-demands-allies-present-credible-plans-to-reach-defense-spending-targets?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

· 3mo ago

Can NATO allies deliver on promises to increase military spending? https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/can-nato-allies-deliver-on-promises-to-increase-military-spending?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

Can NATO allies deliver on promises to increase military spending?

President Trump is departing for a pivotal summit with NATO allies after a year in which he's questioned European countries’ sovereignty and doubted the alliance's very utility. Nick Schifrin reports from Ankara, Turkey, where the NATO summit will take place.

· 2mo ago

Trump administration weighs proposal to gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-administration-weighs-proposal-to-gut-head-start-preschool-standards-leaving-states-to-set-the-rules?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Trump administration weighs proposal to gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules

Two people familiar with the deliberations tell The Associated Press the Republican administration's proposed changes could significantly reduce the preschool program's quality standards.

· 2w ago

Harris joins El-Sayed on campaign trail as Democrats focus on Michigan Senate race https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/harris-joins-el-sayed-on-campaign-trail-as-democrats-focus-on-michigan-senate-race?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Nation @nation-PBSNewsHour

Harris joins El-Sayed on campaign trail as Democrats focus on Michigan Senate race

With 42 days until Election Day, the race to control Congress is now in high gear. In Michigan, one of Democrats’ biggest names made their first major campaign stop of the cycle. Former Vice President Kamala Harris joined Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at a roundtable in Detroit focused on Black maternal health. Lisa Desjardins discussed the Michigan race with strategist Joel Payne.

· 2mo ago

The unconventional career of attorney general nominee Todd Blanche https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/the-unconventional-career-of-attorney-general-nominee-todd-blanche?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

· 3mo ago

Metro rider recounts encounter with Patriot Front members in D.C. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/metro-rider-recounts-encounter-with-patriot-front-members-in-d-c?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Metro rider recounts encounter with Patriot Front members in D.C.

America's 250th birthday produced memorable images of fireworks and military aircraft flying over D.C. monuments. But one set of photos has gained notoriety for other reasons. They capture masked members of the white supremacist Patriot Front group marching through parts of Washington. Images of them on the Metro alongside other riders have gone viral. Amna Nawaz spoke with one of those riders.

· 2mo ago

The state of Venezuela after Maduro's capture and devastating earthquakes - Compass Points https://www.pbs.org/newshour/video/compass-points/2026/07/the-state-of-venezuela-after-maduros-capture-and-devastating-earthquakes?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into World @world-PBSNewsHour

The state of Venezuela after Maduro's capture and devastating earthquakes - Compass Points

· 3w ago

Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including 'largest ever' attack on Moscow https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/ukraine-fires-over-1000-drones-at-russia-including-largest-ever-attack-on-moscow?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including 'largest ever' attack on Moscow

Moscow’s mayor described the wave of drones as the “largest ever” drone attack on the Russian capital and said there had been damage to the Moscow Oil Refinery and a residential building.

· 2mo ago

Justice Department drops criminal case against Olympian over damaged Reflecting Pool https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/justice-department-drops-criminal-case-against-olympian-over-damaged-reflecting-pool?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Politics @politics-PBSNewsHour

Justice Department drops criminal case against Olympian over damaged Reflecting Pool

Government lawyers said in a 20-page court filing that information provided since the indictment of David Hearn shows that the damage was the result of a “flawed installation by the contractor” as well as “the rush to complete the project prior to events associated with the America 250 celebration in the weeks surrounding Independence Day 2026.”

· 2mo ago

Mandela Barnes drops out of Democratic primary race for Wisconsin governor https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/mandela-barnes-drops-out-of-democratic-primary-race-for-wisconsin-governor?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Mandela Barnes drops out of Democratic primary race for Wisconsin governor

The former lieutenant governor made the announcement in a video posted on his Facebook page as democratic socialist Francesca Hong has garnered strong support from the liberal wing of the party.

· 2mo ago

Netanyahu government defies court, raising constitutional crisis fears as election nears https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/netanyahu-government-defies-court-raising-constitutional-crisis-fears-as-election-nears?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

Netanyahu government defies court, raising constitutional crisis fears as election nears

The Israeli parliament has dissolved, paving the way for October elections. The country’s longest-serving leader is bracing for one of his toughest reelection fights. Benjamin Netanyahu faces national questioning over his leadership during and since the Oct. 7 attacks, including a constitutional crisis pitting his government against the judiciary. Producer Karl Bostic reports with Nick Schifrin.

· 2mo ago

WATCH: Fauci invokes 5th Amendment, declining to answer questions in GOP-led hearing on COVID-19 https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-fauci-invokes-5th-amendment-declining-to-answer-questions-in-gop-led-hearing-on-covid-19?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

WATCH: Fauci invokes 5th Amendment, declining to answer questions in GOP-led hearing on COVID-19

Dr. Anthony Fauci described Sen. Rand Paul as having an "unhinged obsession" with him and said "any reasonable person" would come to the same conclusion about refusing to answer the committee’s questions.

· 2mo ago

WATCH LIVE: Massachusetts' U.S. Senate Democratic primary debate https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-massachusetts-u-s-senate-democratic-primary-debate?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Headlines @headlines-PBSNewsHour

WATCH: Massachusetts' U.S. Senate Democratic primary debate