• Federal agents probe fraud allegations targeting Somali child care providers in Minnesota

    Federal agents probe fraud allegations targeting Somali child care providers in Minnesota

    Dec 30, 2025 11:45 PM EDT

    Nick Schifrin: And, finally, the Somali community in Minneapolis has been demonized by the president of the United States, who has called them -- quote -- "garbage." He said: "We don't want them in our country." And here's what Ahmed Samatar told our Fred de Sam Lazaro these new allegations ...

  • U.S. unveils new plan for humanitarian aid after pausing contributions earlier this year

    U.S. unveils new plan for humanitarian aid after pausing contributions earlier this year

    Dec 30, 2025 11:40 PM EDT

    ... all of its contributions earlier this year, leaving the UN and other aid organizations scrambling. William Brangham discussed more with Jeremy Konyndyk of Refugees International. ... Nick Schifrin: This week, the U.S. pledged $2 billion in humanitarian aid to the United Nations as part of a deal that will also ...

  • How retirements and redistricting could impact the 2026 midterms

    How retirements and redistricting could impact the 2026 midterms

    Dec 30, 2025 11:35 PM EDT

    ... right now of where these maps stand. Essentially, Republicans either will have a wash or pick up a couple with the maps certainly in place. Nick Schifrin: OK, so the states where it's locked in may give Republicans an edge. But what about all the states where the efforts ...

  • Inside Rocket Lab's effort to outpace larger space rivals

    Inside Rocket Lab's effort to outpace larger space rivals

    Dec 30, 2025 11:30 PM EDT

    ... considering a public stock offering. Science correspondent Miles O’Brien reports on a space start-up in New Zealand catching some attention of its own. ... Nick Schifrin: The private space economy is growing significantly, and 2026 could be a big year. The first private space station is expected to launch ...

  • How Kharkiv keeps faith and culture alive as Russia's siege continues

    How Kharkiv keeps faith and culture alive as Russia's siege continues

    Dec 30, 2025 11:25 PM EDT

    ... not only survived, but it has also found a way for its Christian cultural life to live on, even underground. Special Correspondent Jack Hewson reports. ... Nick Schifrin: Less than 20 miles from the Russian border is Kharkiv. It is Ukraine's most bombarded city and has suffered great trauma from ...

  • Artists hope to preserve and rebuild Gaza’s cultural heritage

    Artists hope to preserve and rebuild Gaza’s cultural heritage

    Dec 30, 2025 11:20 PM EDT

    ... have to feel hopeful to have a good future. Maybe sometimes you feel a little depressed, but hope is what propels you to have a good future. So I am always hopeful. Jeffrey Brown: For the "PBS News Hour," I'm Jeffrey Brown. Nick Schifrin: Hope for a better future.

  • Trump warns Hamas must disarm for Gaza peace deal to reach next phase

    Trump warns Hamas must disarm for Gaza peace deal to reach next phase

    Dec 29, 2025 11:55 PM EDT

    ... that. I'm not concerned about anything that Israel's doing. I'm concerned about what other people are doing or maybe aren't doing. Nick Schifrin: The cease-fire agreement requires Hamas to disarm, but the group maintains it has a right to armed resistance, although it has discussed ...

  • Mideast experts analyze chances of Gaza peace proposal advancing

    Mideast experts analyze chances of Gaza peace proposal advancing

    Dec 29, 2025 11:50 PM EDT

    ... m afraid a return to war is very likely.Nick Schifrin: We will have to leave it there. Hussein Ibish, David Makovsky, thanks to all -- to both of you. Hussein Ibish: Thank you so much. David Makovsky: Thank you. Nick Schifrin: Thank you. Hussein Ibish: Great to be with you.

  • News Wrap: Massive winter storm snarls post-holiday travel

    News Wrap: Massive winter storm snarls post-holiday travel

    Dec 29, 2025 11:45 PM EDT

    ... stolen and Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the U.S. offered Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years to deter Russia from returning to war after a ceasefire. ... Nick Schifrin: The day's other headlines begin with a massive storm spinning east with a dangerous mix of winter weather that snarled post-holiday ...

  • What's next for AI and has its explosive growth in 2025 created a bubble?

    What's next for AI and has its explosive growth in 2025 created a bubble?

    Dec 29, 2025 11:35 PM EDT

    ... economic growth. But there are very real questions about the boom. Geoff Bennett discussed the potential bubble with Cade Metz of The New York Times. ... Nick Schifrin: This year, perhaps the most significant business and economic story has been the development and spending around artificial intelligence. A.I. spending is ...