Arts May 06 Remembering the life and legacy of visionary CNN founder Ted Turner Ted Turner, the founder of CNN, died on Wednesday at the age of 87. A risk-taking entrepreneur known for his outspoken style, Turner revolutionized how billions across the world consumed the news and created the first 24-hour news network. Judy…
Health May 05 Can hantavirus spread between humans? What to know as WHO investigates ship outbreak Three people are dead and nearly 150 remained quarantined Tuesday on a cruise ship off the coast of West Africa, as the World Health Organization investigates an outbreak of the rare but deadly hantavirus on board. William Brangham speaks with…
Nation May 04 U.S. Forest Service cuts raise concerns on protecting public lands and fighting wildfires Sweeping changes are coming for the U.S. Forest Service, which manages roughly a third of America’s public land. The agency announced a dramatic overhaul of cuts, closures and consolidation. That’s on top of the Trump administration's latest budget request that…
Politics Apr 29 Powell says he will stay on Fed board after chair term ends, addressing Trump's attacks The Federal Reserve is transitioning to new leadership. Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick for Fed chair, was confirmed by a Senate committee today, clearing the way for a full Senate vote. Jerome Powell said he’ll step aside when his term as…
Politics Apr 27 Ex-agent weighs in on Secret Service security concerns To discuss the security questions surrounding Saturday’s assassination attempt, Amna Nawaz spoke with Bill Gage. He was a Secret Service special agent for 12 years, including serving as a counter-assault team leader, and is currently the executive protection director for…
Politics Apr 21 Fed nominee Warsh questioned on independence from Trump and personal wealth President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, was on Capitol Hill facing a slew of lawmaker questions on his monetary policy and independence from Trump. But the president’s pressure campaign against Jerome Powell threatens to freeze Warsh’s…
Nation Apr 15 Live Nation and Ticketmaster abused monopoly power and gouged consumers, jury finds A jury found Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster are a monopoly in violation of federal and state laws. The trial could have implications for both the company and the entertainment industry. States argued Live Nation used its control of…
Nation Apr 06 Farmers warn of food price spike as war drives up fuel and fertilizer costs About a third of the world’s fertilizer supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz, and its effective closure is causing shortages and price spikes for fertilizer during the crucial spring planting season. That has led to fears of elevated food…
Nation Mar 31 Communities rebrand César Chavez Day as abuse allegations taint his legacy Just two weeks ago, cities across the country were finalizing plans for celebrations of Cesar Chavez Day. Then an investigative report from The New York Times revealed allegations that Chavez sexually abused women and girls for years. Now, many cities…
Nation Mar 26 How Major League Baseball's new 'robo ump' challenge system works Major League Baseball is back with a new automated ball-strike system, or ABS. In every ballpark, the precise location of pitches will be tracked by electronic monitors. Teams can challenge up to two ball or strike calls in a nine-inning…