Aug 20 Watch 7:10 Scholar says Trump’s efforts to reframe U.S. history is ‘reminiscent of McCarthyism’ By Amna Nawaz, Simon Epstein, Doug Adams, Ian Couzens, Jenna Bloom President Trump described Smithsonian museums as “out of control” for emphasizing, in his view, “how bad slavery was.” It's part of a pattern by Trump in his second term to reframe historical narratives, in particular about racism and discrimination. Amna… Continue watching
Aug 19 Watch 7:25 ‘Baldwin: A Love Story’ frames James Baldwin’s life through the lens of his relationships By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold In the first major biography of James Baldwin in over three decades, Nicholas Boggs presents an intimate portrait shaped by the people who inspired him. Boggs traces four of Baldwin's transformative relationships that depict him not just as a fearless… Continue watching
Aug 18 Watch 8:26 Newly released tapes reveal intimate reflections by Woody Guthrie By Jeffrey Brown, Simon Epstein, Daria Nastasia Nearly 60 years after his death, there is a renewed interest in the life and music of American folk icon and social activist Woody Guthrie. Last week, an album of songs and recordings of him talking was released, and Guthrie’s… Continue watching
Aug 17 Watch 2:54 A photographer’s quest to raise awareness of fireflies under threat with dazzling images By John Yang, Harry Zahn For many people, fireflies are part of the story of summer, evoking memories of lazy, hot evenings spent trying to catch them in glass jars. Now, one man is still trying to catch them — not with a jar, but… Continue watching
Aug 17 Terence Stamp, British actor who portrayed General Zod in early ‘Superman’ films, dies at 87 By Pan Pylas, Associated Press Stamp’s six decades in the business were peppered with highlights, but it was his portrayal of the bearded General Zod in 1978's “Superman” and its sequel “Superman II” two years later that most people associate with the British actor. Continue reading
Aug 16 Watch 7:49 AI-generated models shake up the fashion industry and raise concerns By Ali Rogin, Satvi Sunkara, Kayan Taraporevala, Zoie Lambert The rise of artificial intelligence has touched nearly every industry, disrupting long-established workflows and raising concerns about job losses. Now, the fashion world is reckoning with these changes as AI takes hold, from virtual fitting rooms to AI avatars starring… Continue watching
Aug 14 Watch 3:35 Smithsonian exhibit collects visitors’ hopes for the next 50 years By Alia Solimon, Diarra Gangazha At the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, a recent time capsule exhibit asked visitors to reflect on their hopes for the next 50 years. Alia Soliman, Diarra Gangazha and Jayden Hall from our journalism training program, PBS News Student… Continue watching
Aug 13 Watch 8:58 Ms. Rachel on advocating for Gaza’s children: ‘I wish leaders would hear their voices’ By Geoff Bennett, Courtney Norris She’s the preschool teacher to millions, though most of her students have never set foot in her classroom. Rachel Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, is the creator of the wildly popular YouTube series "Songs for Littles," a lifeline for parents… Continue watching
Aug 12 Watch 7:52 Maine arts residency gives Black and Brown artists a platform to develop their craft By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport, Daria Nastasia Indigo Arts Alliance is an organization focused on supporting contemporary Black and Brown artists and opening doors to artists of color worldwide. It's doing all of this from its home in an unlikely place: Maine. Jeffrey Brown reports for our… Continue watching
Aug 12 Madonna urges Pope Leo to visit Gaza: ‘Bring your light to the children before it’s too late’ By Associated Press Madonna has urged the pope to visit Gaza “before it's too late.” She posted her appeal on social media Monday, inspired by her son Rocco's birthday. Continue reading