• Trump says U.S. will ‘run’ Venezuela after capturing Maduro in surprise military strike

    Trump says U.S. will ‘run’ Venezuela after capturing Maduro in surprise military strike

    Jan 03, 2026 10:50 PM EST

    ... to surround ourself with energy. We have tremendous energy in that country. Nick Schifrin (voice-over): Regime change not for democracy, but for energy and for its own sake, as the question tonight in Caracas and perhaps around the world. Now what? For the PBS NewsHour, I'm Nick Schifrin.

  • Trump signals Russia blocking path to peace as CIA rejects Putin's drone attack claim

    Trump signals Russia blocking path to peace as CIA rejects Putin's drone attack claim

    Dec 31, 2025 11:45 PM EST

    Angela Stent:  It must have been pretty convincing evidence. And I think, fortunately, he clearly trusts the wisdom of his CIA director and his judgment.  And there must have been enough people around him to convince him that he should accept what Director Ratcliffe said.  Nick Schifrin:  So, given all ...

  • With strike inside Venezuela, U.S. increases pressure on Maduro regime

    With strike inside Venezuela, U.S. increases pressure on Maduro regime

    Dec 30, 2025 11:55 PM EST

    ... acts or the regime basically decides, we don't know how far Trump is willing to go with this. Let's make a deal now. Nick Schifrin: But the administration's critics argue the pressure campaign's tactics are illegal and its goals are imperialist. Daniel Hellinger, Professor Emeritus of ...

  • News Wrap: More artists cancel Kennedy Center shows after Trump's name added to building

    News Wrap: More artists cancel Kennedy Center shows after Trump's name added to building

    Dec 30, 2025 11:50 PM EST

    ... unfortunately become directed against our great people, as it has provided explicit support for the rebellion and fueled internal strife, threatening our security and stability. Nick Schifrin: The UAE denied providing weapons to the separatists, saying that the shipment contained only vehicles meant for Emirati forces within Yemen. Israel today ...

  • 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 EST

    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 EST

    ... 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 EST

    ... 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 EST

    ... 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 EST

    ... 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 EST

    ... 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.