Politics Aug 20 Gerson and Capehart on Afghanistan, school mask mandates Washington Post columnists Jonathan Capehart and Michael Gerson join Judy Woodruff to discuss the week in politics, including the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan and the politicization of mask mandates in Florida’s schools, and around the country.
Episode Aug 19 August 19, 2021 - PBS NewsHour full episode Thursday on the NewsHour, the Taliban respond to protests by forcefully quashing dissent, limiting airport access for Afghans seeking to flee. Then, COVID-19 hospitalizations skyrocket in the southern U.S., overwhelming already strained intensive care units as the delta variant spreads.
World Aug 19 Evacuating Afghans who helped U.S. a 'high priority,' national security official says For a senior perspective from the Biden administration on the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan and U.S. response and support of evacuation efforts, Judy Woodruff is joined by Jon Finer, the deputy national security advisor.
World Aug 19 What went wrong in the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan? Two lawmakers weigh in As more American and allied flights are leaving the capital of Afghanistan Thursday, an ever-growing panic descends on the city. More American troops and marines arrived, but despite U.S. efforts,Taliban fighters are hindering movement toward the Kabul airport, leaving thousands…
World Aug 19 News Wrap: Man behind Capitol bomb threat surrenders after 5 hour police standoff In our news wrap Thursday, a North Carolina man claiming to have a bomb in his truck parked outside the U.S. Capitol surrendered after a 5 hour standoff with police. COVID vaccinations in the U.S. hit their highest levels in…
Nation Aug 19 Texas doctor urges vaccines amid 'dire shortage' of health workers, ICU beds Less than half the people in Texas are currently fully vaccinated. 96% of ICU beds are full, leaving just over 300 available across the state. The state’s health department has requested additional mortuary trailers from FEMA in anticipation of more…
Arts Aug 19 A dancer and choreographer's Brief But Spectacular take on communicating through movement Renowned ballet dancer Misty Copeland and choreographer Kyle Abraham share a deep connection that shines brightly through in their creative collaborations. In 2019, Abraham choreographed an innovative solo performance that challenged expectations set for both Copeland and black dancers generally.
Episode Aug 18 August 18, 2021 - PBS NewsHour full episode Wednesday on the NewsHour, Taliban violence raises doubts about their claims of moderation. We talk to the U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy about the Biden administration's plan to administer COVID booster shots for all vaccinated adults amid the delta variant's…
Nation Aug 18 Surgeon general on booster shots for Americans, vaccinating the world The White House is now strongly recommending booster shots for vaccinated, a move that comes as more than 1,000 people died from COVID on Tuesday — the first time the count has been that high since March. It also comes…
World Aug 18 News Wrap: Caldor Fire ravages California's Grizzly Flats In our news wrap Wednesday, Northern California's Caldor Fire destroyed at least 50 homes in Grizzly Flats on Tuesday and threatened hundreds more. Remnants of Tropical Storm Fred blew into the Northeastern U.S. today, with warnings of mudslides and flash…