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2006 APRIL FRIDAY, April 28, 2006 Iran's U.N. Ambassador Reiterates Civilian Nature of Nuclear Program An International Atomic Energy Agency report released Friday said Iran has disobeyed calls to halt its uranium enrichment program. Iran's ambassador to the U.N. defends his country's ambitions.    2009 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 - 1997 2006 Fall Midterm Elections Pose an Uphill Battle for Republicans The Republican Party is facing low approval ratings on issues from immigration to government spending. Gwen Ifill reports from Colorado on the challenges facing Republicans heading into this fall's midterm elections.      Republicans Struggle Ahead of Fall Election NewsHour analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss challenges facing the Republican Party ahead of November's midterm election, high gasoline prices and President Bush's appointment of new White House Press Secretary Tony Snow.    Political Wrap "United 93" Forces Moviegoers to Revisit 9/11 The first in a series of films about the 9/11 terrorist attacks premiers with the release of "United 93." Two film experts discuss the movie and whether the American public is ready to relive the attacks.      THURSDAY, April 27, 2006 Lawmakers Struggle to Respond to Rising Gas Prices As oil companies report huge profits for the first quarter of 2006, lawmakers have responded to rising gas prices with varying proposals including rebates and increased fuel efficiency standards. Two experts discuss the connection between oil, gas prices and profits.      Arab Media Offers New Perspectives to Middle East Jordan's government funded television network, JTV, along with several other state-run national networks, finds itself fighting to earn back viewers amidst a proliferation of independent and international satellite networks across the Middle East.      Oppenheimer Biography Garners Pulitzer Prize Authors Martin Sherwin and Kai Bird won this year's Pulitzer Prize in biography for their book, "American Prometheus." Robert Oppenheimer, the subject of their work, was the director of the Manhattan Project -- the secret government effort that culminated in the first nuclear bomb.      Reefs Near the Maldives Continue Decline Coral reefs provide both the foundations and the protection for the Maldives Islands in the Indian Ocean. Yet due to global warming, they could all be gone within 50 years. Lawrence McGinty of Independent Television News provides a report.   WEDNESDAY, April 26, 2006 U.S. Officials Look to Bolster Iraqi Government Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice made a surprise visit to Baghdad Wednesday to meet with U.S. military officials and Iraq's new leaders. Two experts discuss the progress made so far and the obstacles in forming Iraq's new government.    Iraq in Transition Justices Mull Lethal Injection Arguments Some Supreme Court justices posed tough questions to lawyers Wednesday about whether the use of lethal injection on Florida death row inmates causes excruciating pain.    Supreme Court Watch Tony Snow Moves from Fox to the White House President Bush named conservative commentator Tony Snow to be his new press secretary Wednesday. Snow, a former speechwriter for the president's father, currently works for Fox News.      20 Years Later, Chernobyl Still Weighs on Nuclear Efforts Twenty years after Chernobyl, the world's worst nuclear disaster, debate resumes over the use of nuclear power. Two experts discuss the what happened at Chernobyl and current concerns over nuclear power.      TUESDAY, April 25, 2006 President Bush Outlines Plan to Lower Rising Gas Prices President Bush set forth plans to temporarily halt deposits into the nation's emergency reserve of oil, ease environmental standards and investigate price gouging in an attempt to lower gas prices.      Nepal's King Reinstates Parliament Thousands of Nepalese protesters rallied in Katmandu after King Gyanendra announced that Nepal's parliament would be restored, however, Maoist rebels continued to reject the concession.      Founder Kenneth Lay Testifies in Enron Case On his second day on the witness stand, former Enron founder Kenneth Lay defended himself against six counts of fraud and conspiracy and testimony from former CFO Andrew Fastow.      Leak Case Highlights Tensions Between Government and Media Central Intelligence Agency employee Mary McCarthy was fired Thursday for a pattern of leaking information. The firing of McCarthy and the clampdown on leaks comes amid new tensions between the government and the media.   MONDAY, April 24, 2006 Bombings Rock Egyptian Resort Town, 24 Killed Three explosions, suspected to be caused by terrorist bombs, shook the resort town of Dahab, Egypt, killing 24 and wounding more than 100. A reporter in Cairo provides an update on the death toll and investigation.      CIA Cracks Down on Leaks, Fires Senior Official Central Intelligence Agency employee Mary McCarthy was fired for leaking information about CIA secret prison camps to the Washington Post. Two former CIA intelligence experts discuss the implications of the firing and the future of security at the CIA.      Jury Begins Deliberating Moussaoui's Fate The sentencing trial of 9/11 conspirator Zacarias Moussaoui went to the jury Monday in Alexandria, Virginia. Washington Post reporter Jerry Markon discusses the day's events   U.S. Officials Continue Crackdown Against Latin American Gangs Both government and police officials in the U.S. and Central America are attempting to curb the violent activity of growing transnational street gang MS-13. An update from Los Angeles reports on anti-gang crackdowns.   Story of Polio Fight Wins Pulitzer Prize Author and historian David Oshinsky won the Pulitzer Prize in history this year for his work on the subject of polio in America. The NewsHour reairs an April 12, 2005 interview with Oshinsky and health correspondent Susan Dentzer.      FRIDAY, April 21, 2006 New Prime Minister Nomination May End Impasse Shi'ite politicians in Iraq named a new candidate for prime minister Friday. For weeks, al-Jaafari refused calls from Sunnis and Kurds to step aside. He agreed to bow out Thursday. A journalist in Iraq discusses the new candidate and the implications on Iraqi politics.    Iraq in Transition Chinese Media Offers Controlled Coverage of Hu Visit A lone protester shouted at China's President Hu Jintao as he spoke Thursday on the White House south lawn. The protesters disruption was seen all across the world except in one place: China. Two experts on Chinese affairs discuss the Chinese government's censorship of the media.      Analysts Consider Political Implications of Hu Visit Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and National Review editor Rich Lowry speak about the shakeups at the White House, and the impact of President Hu's U.S. visit on trade, diplomacy and the media.    Political Wrap Growing Drug Abuse by Women Pose New Challenges For decades, far more U.S. males than females have been substance abusers, but the gender gap is now shrinking. A report on the growing dependency in woman and the approaches to treat the problem.      A New Dawn of Student Activism? A new wave of student activism brought about by September 11th, the Tsunami and Hurricane Katrina sparks some thoughts from Anne Taylor Fleming. Essays Substance Abuse Rates Rise in Women Over Past Two Decades For decades, far more U.S. males than females have been substance abusers, but the gender gap is now shrinking. An encore report looks at the growing dependency in woman and the approaches to treat the problem.   THURSDAY, April 20, 2006 Presidents Hu and Bush Discuss Trade, Human Rights President Bush welcomed China's President Hu Jintao to the White House Thursday while anti-China protesters gathered outside. Experts discuss the political and economic implications of the visit.      Wagoner Attempts to Pave Road Ahead for GM In response to continued profit losses, General Motor's CEO Rich Wagoner plans a restructuring of the company to cut operating costs and compete in global markets. Paul Solman discusses the plans with Wagoner.      CDC Chief Responds to Mumps Reappearance in Eight Midwest States The largest mumps outbreak in more than two decades has hit the Midwest with confirmed cases in at least eight states. Dr. Julie Gerberding, director of the Centers for Disease Control, offers an update on efforts to contain the virus.      Activist Columnist Wins Pulitzer for Darfur Coverage Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Nicholas Kristof talks to Jeffrey Brown about the crisis in Darfur and Chad, as well as his role in bringing attention to this and other conflicts.      WEDNESDAY, April 19, 2006 Staff Changes in White House May Indicate Change in Direction Major changes in the White House staff were announced Wednesday. Scott McClellan resigned as press secretary and deputy chief of staff Karl Rove is giving up his policy role. White House experts discuss how the staff changes will affect the President's polls and the next election.      High Court Considers Insanity Defense The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case involving a schizophrenic teenager in Arizona, convicted of killing a police officer. His attorney argued that proving insanity under the state's law was almost impossible. A legal expert who was in the courtroom discusses the case.    Supreme Court Watch New Orleans Churches Start from Scratch After Hurricane New Orleans churches are struggling to rebuild themselves and their communities after Hurricane Katrina. Ray Suarez reports on religious rebuilding.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Chinese President's Visit Focuses on Trade Issues Chinese President Hu Jintao meets with President Bush this week to discuss issues ranging from trade to piracy. Paul Solman discusses the issues facing the two leaders in a conversation with Jim Lehrer.      TUESDAY, April 18, 2006 Rumsfeld Defends Himself as Criticism from Generals Mount At a Pentagon news conference Tuesday, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld acknowledged that he's heard the criticisms of a group of retired generals but that he has not considered resigning. A discussion with two experts on Rumsfeld's declaration to stay and the fallout of the retired generals' criticisms.    Iraq in Transition China Continues Efforts to Limit Access to the Internet In Northern California, a Chinese-born computer scientist is waging a technological war on the Chinese government's Internet restrictions. Following a report on their efforts, two regional experts assess the Chinese government's efforts to control information within its borders.      Pulitzer Prize-winning Author Discusses Work Author Geraldine Brooks, has taken the mostly absent father of the March family at the center the 19th century novel "Little Women", and made him the central character of a new novel called "March" which has just been awarded the Pulitzer Prize for fiction. The author discusses her novel from Cambridge, Mass.      MONDAY, April 17, 2006 Former Enron CEO Faces Stormy Time on Stand The defense questioned former Enron CEO Jeffrey Skilling about his role in the collapse of the energy giant. Fortune Magazine's Bethany McLean discusses the case and Skilling's changed demeanor.      Supreme Court Hears Discrimination Retaliation Case The Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that tests whether an employee who successfully sued for discrimination can also sue for the resulting retaliation. A law journalist who was in the courtroom discusses the case.    Supreme Court Watch Illinois Community Struggles with Continued Industrial Pollution Exelon Corporation didn't publicly acknowledge at least six spills of water containing radioactive tritium until recently -- eventhough the first one happened in 1996. Residents of Will County, Illinois are now outraged and worried about tritium's effect on their health.   Pulitzers Honor Array of Investigative Reports Columbia University released the winners of the 89th annual Pulitzer Prize Monday. Two experts discuss the trends among the prize winners.      Paper Chronicles New Orleans Recovery, Advocates for City's Survival The 169-year-old New Orleans Times-Picayune has found itself tested by Hurricane Katrina in unprecedented ways. A report on the newspaper's changing role after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast FRIDAY, April 14, 2006 Old Tax Places New Burdens on Politicians, Taxpayers Created as a patch to the tax law in 1967, the Alternative Minimum tax law's growing complexity and effect on Americans has caused policy makers and tax experts to reevaluate.      IRS Weighs the Status of Some Religious Organizations The Internal Revenue Service is reviewing the tax-free status of churches and ministers who preach politics from the pulpit. NewsHour correspondent Jeffrey Kaye of KCET-Los Angeles explores the issue in a report first aired in February 2006.   Experts Debate Dangers Posed by a Nuclear-capable Iran Now that Iran has claimed its ability to enrich uranium, could the world tolerate a nuclear-armed Iran? And should it? Two experts debate the international response to Iran as a nuclear power.    Tracking Nuclear Proliferation Rumsfeld's Tenure and Future at the Pentagon Debated Syndicated Columnist Mark Shields and New York Times Columnist David Brooks discuss whether Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld will resign and debate possible U.S. responses to a nuclear Iran.    Political Wrap THURSDAY, April 13, 2006 Moussaoui Challenges Jury to Put Him to Death Zacarias Moussaoui took the stand in his death penalty trial Thursday. He is the only person who has been charged for playing a role in the September 11th attacks. A reporter who has been covering the trail discusses the events of the day.   Retired General Calls for New Leadership at Pentagon Several former generals have criticized Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld on his Iraq war strategy. Retired Major General John Batiste joins the fray, urging there be a fresh start at the Pentagon.    Iraq in Transition Rising Gas Costs Increase Appeal of Biofuels Rising gas prices have increased the interest in alternative fuel sources such as biodiesel made from old cooking oil and ethanol made from corn. Paul Solman reports.      Government Unveils New Orleans Rebuilding Documents Government officials released an analysis of flood risk in New Orleans and four nearby parishes Thursday -- the first such assessment since the 1980s -- and offered guidelines for rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast WEDNESDAY, April 12, 2006 Prosecution Rests in Moussaoui Trial Jurors heard recordings of the final moments of the victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks as the prosecution wrapped up its case in the Zacarias Moussaoui death penalty trial. A reporter and a family member who lost someone during the attacks discusses the case against Moussaoui.      Gas Prices Continue to Soar The U.S. Energy Department forecast Tuesday that gasoline will average two dollars and sixty two cents a gallon this summer. An expert explains what's behind the higher prices.      California Works to Prepare for Next 'Big One' The 1906 earthquake killed about 3,000 San Franciscans, yet despite modern building codes and materials, scientists fear a similar earthquake could be even more devastating today.      Rwandan Survivor Calls for International Action in Darfur Paul Rusesabagina, the former hotel manager on whom the award-winning movie "Hotel Rwanda" was based, speaks about the Rwanda Genocide and warns of history repeating in Darfur.      Library of Congress Launches Latest Attempt to Preserve its Music The Library of Congress is attempting to preserve the memorable words and music of history. Jeffrey Brown talks to James Billington, the head Librarian of Congress, about the National Recording Registry.   TUESDAY, April 11, 2006 Iran Enriches Uraniam To Reactor Quality Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's has claimed that his country has enriched uranium to a sufficient quality for use in a nuclear reactor, but he reiterated his insistence that Iran's nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. Two experts analyze the situation.    Tracking Nuclear Proliferation Hurricane Evacuees Vote in New Orleans Mayoral Elections As post-Katrina New Orleans prepares for its mayoral election, candidates are contending with the city's changing demographics and officials are making sure evacuees can fill out absentee ballots.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast DNA Evidence Further Complicates Duke Rape Scandal The college town of Durham, N.C. has been shaken by allegations that three members of Duke University's predominately white men's lacrosse team raped a black woman. A reporter covering the case updates the situation.      The Spanish Media Organize their Listeners to React to the Immigration Bill The Spanish-language media played a prominent role in the recent immigration protests. Two journalists discuss the growing clout of the Latino media and its impact on the many immigration rallies throughout the country.      MONDAY, April 10, 2006 Latino Communities Rally Over Immigration Reform With a controversial overhaul of immigration laws stalled in Congress, demonstrators marched in record numbers across the country as the growing Latino community mobilized into action.      People Displaced by Earthquake Return Home Six months after a devastating earthquake, refugees are returning home to Pakistan-controlled Kashmir. NewsHour correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro of Twin Cities Public Television reports on their progress and how a relatively warm winter and massive relief effort helped avert a second wave of deaths.      Military Strikes Offered as an Option in Dealing with Iran Media reports over the weekend claimed that the Bush Administration is keeping military options open as a possibility to prevent further nuclear proliferation in Iran. Regional experts consider the use of a military threat in the Iran standoff.    Tracking Nuclear Proliferation Hurricane Katrina Gives Birth to Poetry Jeffrey Brown reports on stormy words in New Orleans, where one night a week, in one small corner of the French Quarter, local poets tell stories of Hurricane Katrina.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast FRIDAY, April 7, 2006 Immigration Deal Falls Apart in Senate The Senate's efforts to pass a bipartisan immigration reform bill fell apart as involved parties failed to agree on details of the new leglislation. Kwame Holman reports.      Latest Baghdad Bombing Kills Dozens A bombing of a Shiite mosque in Baghdad Friday left dozens of people dead. Margaret Warner talks with Borzou Daragahi, the Baghdad bureau chief of the Los Angeles Times, about the latest violence.    Iraq in Transition Levee Repair Costs Could Reach $6 Billion A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers estimate predicts an additional $6 billion will be needed to make the levees in Louisiana strong enough to meet the standards of the federal flood insurance program.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Analysts Consider Political Impact of the Immigration Deal Collapse Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the failed immigration deal in the Senate, the CIA leak case, former House Majority Leader Tom Delay and other stories of the week.    Political Wrap Ancient Text Discovery Depicts Judas as a Loyal Disciple A newly authenticated and newly translated ancient document known as the "Gospel of Judas" tells the story of Judas, not as Jesus's betrayer, but as his favored disciple. Two religious experts discuss the significance of the discovery on religion.      THURSDAY, April 6, 2006 Senators Hopeful About Immigration Deal After a week of debate, the Senate reached an agreement on an immigration bill. Following a report on the Senate's proposed reforms, two senators debate the deal as well as the potential compromise with a House immigration bill.      Graphic Testimony Marks Moussaoui Trial A jury in Alexandria, Va. heard testimony Thursday from family members of victims of the 9/11 attacks as they considered whether Zacarias Moussaoui, the alleged 20th hijacker, will be sentenced to death or life in prison.   Mississippi School District Leads Community Rebuilding Effort The NewsHour's special correspondent for education John Merrow reports from Bay St. Louis, Miss. About one school district's impact on the town after Hurricane Katrina.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Fossil Discovery May Link Life on Land and Water Scientists discovered fossils on Ellesmere Island in the Canadian Arctic that they believe are a crucial missing link in the evolutionary chain between life in the water and on land. One of the lead researchers analyzes the implications of the discovery.      WEDNESDAY, April 5, 2006 Massachusetts Announces Universal Healthcare Plan The Massachusetts legislature overwhelmingly passed a bill Tuesday which will allow 99 percent of individuals in the state to obtain health insurance. An expert examines the state's unique approach to handle the problem with those uninsured.      Secretary Rice Urges Congress to Approve the U.S.- India Pact Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice tried to persuade members of Congress that President Bush's decision to share U.S. Nuclear technology and information with India is a good one. Experts weigh the implications of this nuclear deal.    Tracking Nuclear Proliferation Couric To Anchor CBS Evening News Katie Couric, co-host of NBC's "Today" show, is leaving to become the anchor of CBS's "Evening News", making her the first woman to be sole anchor of a network nightly news broadcast.      NCAA Women's Tourney Slow to Gain Audience The Maryland Terrapins won the 2006 NCAA woman's basketball tournament in a dramatic comeback against the Duke Blue Devils but twenty-five years after the first women's tournament, women's basketball still trails men's in attendance, revenue and television coverage.      TUESDAY, April 4, 2006 Former House Speaker Tom DeLay Announces Resignation Rep. Tom DeLay announced his resignation from Congress Tuesday. Two experts discuss the announcement and the political world's reaction.      French Youth Take To Streets Over Labor Law The strike against France's new employment law began peacefully Tuesday with more than a million people taking part in marches across the country. But late in the day, young men began throwing stones, tearing street signs, and scuffling with plainclothes police. Margaret Warner reports on the labor protests in France.      Louisiana Struggles to Maintain, Improve Wetlands Even before Hurricane Katrina, Louisiana was losing miles of wetlands every year due to its systems of levees and canals. Now, the Army Corps of Engineers has asked the people of New Orleans to comment on a plan that includes restoration of some of the region's wetlands.      America's Infrastructure Needs Crucial Repairs Ray Suarez discusses infrastructure problems and a new proposal that calls for significant investment and less politicization with Felix Rohatyn, a trustee at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C.   MONDAY, April 3, 2006 British, U.S. Officials Urge Iraqis to Break Political Stalemate Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and her British counterpart Jack Straw prodded Iraqi leaders Monday to form a national unity government. Two regional experts consider the stalemate.    Iraq in Transition Salmon Fisheries in Northwest See Trouble Ahead Salmon fisheries in the Pacific Northwest are worried that conservation efforts and environmental problems could devastate the lucrative spring season.   Steroid Scandal Casts Shadow Over Baseball Season As Major League Baseball begins another season, more and more players have reportedly been using steroids. An analysis of the steroid problem in baseball and how it will effect the year.      Iranian Government's Reach Touches Rural Lives Lindsey Hilsum of Independent Television News reports on what Iranians in poor, rural villages want from their government.      2009 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 - 1997

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