Nation Aug 25 At the pool with freestyle phenom Katie Ledecky Katie Ledecky was one of the most triumphant athletes of the Rio Olympics. The 19-year-old swimmer overwhelmed her competition; in the 800-meter race, she finished nearly a pool length ahead of second place. Known for relentless training and humility, she…
World Aug 24 In Iceland, refugee population helps yield diversity, economic growth As refugees from war flee across continental Europe, a few have found safety in an unlikely place: Iceland. New legislation there relaxes immigration controls, worrying some residents -- but more citizens favor diversifying their mostly white and Christian nation. In…
Episode Aug 24 PBS NewsHour full episode Aug. 24, 2016 Wednesday on the NewsHour, two major earthquakes strike in 24 hours: one in Italy and one in Myanmar, killing 159 and 4, respectively. Also, Turkey launches an offensive within Syria, a look at the Clinton Foundation and why it's under…
World Aug 24 News Wrap: Strong earthquake strikes Myanmar; militants bomb Afghan university In our news wrap Wednesday, the second earthquake in 24 hours caused major damage and death -- this time in Myanmar. The 6.8 quake struck deep underground 20 miles from the country’s former capital of Bagan. Also, an attack at…
World Aug 24 Magnitude 6.2 earthquake destroys towns in central Italy, killing at least 159 The quake struck Italy in the middle of the night. A magnitude 6.2, it was felt across the country but devastated three towns in particular: Amatrice, Accumoli and Pescara. At least 159 are confirmed dead as rescuers continue to scour…
World Aug 24 Turkish, U.S. forces launch operation in Syria; Biden calls for Kurds to halt advances Backed by U.S. forces, the Turkish military has launched a major operation inside Syria, sending warplanes and ground troops to retake territory held by the Islamic State. Vice President Joe Biden also called upon Kurdish rebels in the area to…
Science Aug 24 Four light years away, a planet may be hospitable to life Scientists have discovered a potentially habitable new world, a mere four light years away from Earth. They call the planet “Proxima B,” and it may feature characteristics that are just right for human life. Nonetheless, it has some major differences…
Politics Aug 24 A glimpse inside operations at the Clinton Foundation The Clinton Foundation has been subject to increasing scrutiny in the presidential race, as its funding and Hillary Clinton’s role as secretary of state appear ever more intertwined. Clinton vowed this week to change donor restrictions if she wins. Hari…
Health Aug 24 Price of EpiPens spikes, causing major health concerns Nearly everyone knows someone who carries an EpiPen due to a severe allergy. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn) is no different -- as a child, her daughter almost died from a reaction to nuts. But Mylan, the company that produces EpiPens,…