Health Dec 30 FDA criticized for working too closely with biotech company to approve Alzheimer's drug New findings from a congressional investigation into the Food and Drug Administration and the biotech company Biogen find the FDA broke its own protocols to approve a new Alzheimer’s drug last year. The report said the FDA worked too closely…
Nation Dec 27 WATCH: 7 questions with Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett Before the PBS NewsHour's Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett take over the NewsHour anchor desk from the legendary Judy Woodruff on Jan. 2, they sat down with the NewsHour's digital team to reflect on how they came into journalism, the…
Nation Dec 23 Frigid temperatures create dangerous conditions for migrants gathering near border Just days before Christmas, the future of the pandemic-era policy known as Title 42 remains uncertain. The Supreme Court put a hold on its expiration date this week. Now thousands of migrants and communities along the southern border are caught…
World Dec 22 Putin pushes to rebuild Russia's military as its invasion of Ukraine grinds on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy returned to Ukraine after meeting with President Biden at the White House and receiving thunderous applause during his address to Congress. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin said Russia will beef up its military and continue its invasion of Ukraine.
Nation Dec 21 Key member of Jan. 6 committee on recommendation of charges against Trump The Jan. 6 committee will be releasing its final report Thursday, outlining the findings of its 18-month long investigation into the attack on the U.S. Capitol and former President Trump’s role. The release comes two days after members referred Trump…
Economy Dec 14 After raising interest rates again, Federal Reserve warns more hikes likely in 2023 After announcing another half-point interest rate hike, Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell indicated more hikes are on the way in 2023. This comes as inflation shows signs of slowing gradually, but there are again concerns the Fed is not going…
Arts Dec 13 New documentary 'In A Different Key' follows first person ever diagnosed with autism The prevalence of autism in the United States has increased dramatically over the last few decades, and that’s coincided with a new understanding of just how broad the spectrum is. This is explored in a new film called "In A…
Nation Dec 10 Outpouring of grief after sudden death of sports journalist Grant Wahl Prominent American sports journalist Grant Wahl died suddenly on Saturday while covering the World Cup in Qatar, during the waning minutes of the quarterfinal match between Argentina and the Netherlands. Geoff Bennett reports.
World Dec 10 Why activists are targeting famous art to protest climate change Over the past few months, activists have targeted priceless works of art to call attention to the climate crisis. These viral moments are grabbing attention, but is the message getting through? We look at how these protests could be both…
Politics Dec 02 How Muslim American candidates made history in the midterms The 2022 midterms saw the greatest number of Muslim Americans elected to office. According to a report from Jetpac Resource Center and the Council on American-Islamic Relations, 153 Muslim Americans ran for office across all levels of government. Ruwa Roman…