Pbs Newshour - Segments

In our news wrap Saturday, Vice President Harris pledged aid for Ukraine's hard-hit energy sector at a peace summit in Switzerland, eight Israeli soldiers died in an explosion in southern Gaza, nearly 2 million Muslims gathered at Mount Arafat for Hajj, protesters in France marched against a far-right party, and the Princess of Wales made her first public appearance since her cancer announcement. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

A first-of-its-kind report from the American Cancer Society is shedding new light on cancer risks for LGBTQ+ people. It found that some LGBTQ+ populations are more likely to have cancer risk factors, less likely to be screened for certain types of cancer, and face barriers to high-quality health care. John Yang speaks with Dr. William Dahut, chief scientific officer for the ACS, to learn more. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In many American households, domestic workers like nannies, housekeepers and home health aides perform essential tasks. But they also have fewer rights and protections than most U.S. workers. Oxfam senior researcher Caitlin Henderson joins Ali Rogin to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Every year in the United States, as many as a billion birds die while migrating. These birds aren't being killed by climate change or toxic substances in the air or water, but by collisions with glass. For our ongoing series "Saving Species," John Yang reports on an effort in Philadelphia to reduce the carnage. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The Supreme Court handed down a ruling with major implications for firearm regulations. In a 6-3 decision, the conservative majority found that the government exceeded its authority when it banned bump stocks. The gun accessory allows users to re-engage the trigger continuously, dramatically increasing the rate of fire. Amna Nawaz discussed more with News Hour Supreme Court analyst Marcia Coyle. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Friday, South Florida is hoping for a break from the rain after several days of downpours led to flash flooding, NATO defense ministers approved a plan to provide long-term aid and military training to Ukraine, Muslims started their annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca and Catholic Bishops apologized to Native American communities for their role in a history of trauma. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

A sweeping new report from the Justice Department reveals a pattern of racism and excessive force at the Phoenix Police Department. The three-year probe followed a series of high-profile incidents of misconduct and one of the highest rates of officer-involved shootings in the country. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Taylor Seely of the Arizona Republic. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The United States military has divided the world into different regional commands and put a general or admiral in charge of planning and conducting military operations in that part of the world. For the past two and a half decades, the Middle East has been the busiest. Nick Schifrin spoke with retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, a former commander who was in charge during a particularly momentous time. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

North America's largest city is facing a water crisis. The Mexico City area is home to some 22 million people and solutions to keep water accessible have been elusive. As special correspondent Julia Galiano-Rios reports, there are several factors complicating the situation. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including the Supreme Court is in the spotlight again as controversy surrounds its latest ruling and the justices themselves and the political response to Hunter Biden's conviction. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The legend of Bigfoot has captured the public's imagination for decades since news of purported sightings began spreading around the country. But a recently opened art exhibition in Oregon offers a new way of thinking about the mythical creature also known as Sasquatch. Special correspondent Cat Wise reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled that a group of anti-abortion doctors does not have any legal basis to challenge access to mifepristone, one of the two common drugs used in medication abortion. As a result, access to mifepristone will not change. John Yang reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Thursday, Evan Gershkovich will stand trial in the Russian city where he was arrested more than a year ago, the Justice Department found a pattern of civil rights abuse at the Phoenix police department, the FAA head said the agency was "too hands-off" with Boeing leading up to a mid-flight incident in January and new data shows signs of cooling in the U.S. economy. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

President Biden signed a defense pact with Ukraine on the sidelines of the G7 meeting in Italy. The major industrialized powers also agreed on a plan to take Russian assets held in Europe and use that money to aid Ukraine in its fight. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Adam Smith, a former senior adviser in the Treasury Department during the Obama Administration. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In his first trip to Capitol Hill since the Jan. 6 attack, former President Trump met behind closed doors with congressional Republicans. They aimed to use the visit as a display of unity following Trump's conviction in his New York hush money case. Amna Nawaz discussed the busy day with John Bresnahan of Punchbowl News. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

For President Biden and his rival Donald Trump, winning Pennsylvania in November is key to winning the White House. But some lifelong Republicans, frustrated by their party's embrace of Trump, are getting involved down the ballot. Laura Barrón-López spoke with some of those GOP voters ready to use the 10th Congressional district to make a point about the direction of their party. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

School shootings have left officials struggling with how to best protect students and staff and secure campuses. During this past year, several states have either approved or are considering measures allowing a teacher to carry a gun in the classroom. We hear varying opinions about this from parents, teachers and educators, and Stephanie Sy discusses more with a school security expert. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In 2022, Steve McQueen, a British-born son of Caribbean immigrants, was knighted for his work as a filmmaker and artist, the two worlds in which he's achieved commercial and critical success. His latest work takes his art in yet a new direction. Jeffrey Brown spoke with McQueen for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Israel and Hamas appear to be far from a cease-fire deal despite Hamas' formal response to an Israeli-backed proposal. The U.S. said that Hamas had requested changes to the three-stage proposal and questioned whether Hamas was negotiating in good faith. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In response to an Israeli strike that killed a senior commander, Hezbollah launched one of its largest salvos into northern Israel, sparking fires. Some 60,000 Israelis are displaced from the north. Nick Schifrin reports on what life is like for them and in their hometowns. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders