Health May 06 Exploring the complicated history of abortion in the United States In the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion striking down Roe v. Wade, Justice Samuel Alito writes that the nation has had an “unbroken tradition” of criminalizing abortion. But as John Yang reports, the history is much more complicated.
Health Apr 28 Can the ‘vaccine for the world’ help end the global pandemic? It’s a tiny vial with big ambitions to help bring an end to the pandemic everywhere on earth. The developers of the so-called “vaccine for the world” hope what’s inside can ease the equity issues surrounding global covid vaccine distribution.
Science Apr 16 National Zoo celebrates 50 years of panda conservation It was 50 years ago this weekend that giant pandas were first brought to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington. The historic program with China has fostered a collaboration between scientists and led to a conservation success story for the…
Arts Apr 03 Legendary musician Daryl Hall brings ‘timeless quality’ back to the stage Daryl Hall, a giant of the music industry who is best known for being one-half of the iconic group Hall & Oates, is now 75 and still trying to make his fans' "dreams come true." And with a new tour…
Politics Mar 29 Supreme Court hears an Army reservist’s case involving exposure to burn pits in Iraq The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case that questions whether sweeping legal immunity for states trumps guarantees for America’s veterans. John Yang introduces us to a Texan who served his country, and now finds himself in a legal…
Health Mar 17 Twin doctors combat systemic racism and lack of access in health care March is Women's History Month, and to mark the occasion, Amna Nawaz introduces us to a pair of modern-day history makers: the Blackstock sisters. They're physicians who have dedicated themselves to working at the intersection of medicine, health equity and…
World Feb 22 Multiple cyclones, historic drought in Madagascar cause widespread food insecurity Extreme weather events are wreaking havoc on Madagascar, including multiple cyclones that have already hit the island nation this year. Sitting off the east coast of Africa, it is one of the poorest nations in the world. And as John…
Science Feb 02 Scientists discover shockingly high rates of COVID infections among white-tailed deer Scientists have recently discovered what they are calling a silent outbreak of coronavirus among white-tailed deer. William Brangham reports about how one of the most ubiquitous species in North America contracted COVID, and what that means for the future of…
Nation Jan 06 How the Capitol attack unfolded Congress is still investigating the origins and planning behind last year's insurrection on Jan. 6 — the most violent assault on the United States Capitol since the British attack during the war of 1812. Amna Nawaz takes a look back…
Nation Dec 06 A look at the life and legacy of former GOP Majority Leader, presidential nominee Bob Dole Bob Dole's storied political career spanned five decades, taking him from the heights of power in Congress to the lows of failed presidential bids. During his career, Dole helped shape the Republican party as a senator from Kansas, and majority…