Aug 25 Twitter Chat: Why are Syrian doctors being targeted by airstrikes? By Jaclyn Diaz Syrian doctors are being hit in the places that should be safest: their hospitals. Join PBS NewsHour for a Twitter chat at 1 pm EDT on Friday. Continue reading
Aug 25 French burkini bans face legal challenge as tension mounts By Philippe Sotto, Associated Press PARIS — France's highest administrative authority is studying whether local bans on full-body burkini swimsuits are legal, amid growing concerns in the country and abroad about police forcing Muslim women to disrobe. Continue reading
Aug 25 U.S. pursues Syria cooperation with Russia amid new volatility By Matthew Lee, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Obama administration is launching a fresh bid to enlist Russia as a partner in Syria despite more than a month of dashed hopes as the situation on the ground becomes more volatile and uncertain with the introduction… Continue reading
Aug 25 Colombia, FARC rebels agree on terms of truce By Larisa Epatko After years of talks and a 52-year civil war, the Colombian government and FARC rebel group announced they have reached agreement on all terms of a peace deal. Continue reading
Aug 24 Watch 8:39 In Iceland, refugee population helps yield diversity, economic growth By PBS News Hour 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… Continue watching
Aug 24 Watch 54:29 PBS NewsHour full episode Aug. 24, 2016 By PBS News Hour 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… Continue watching
Aug 24 Watch 2:26 News Wrap: Strong earthquake strikes Myanmar; militants bomb Afghan university By PBS News Hour 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… Continue watching
Aug 24 Watch 5:20 Magnitude 6.2 earthquake destroys towns in central Italy, killing at least 159 By PBS News Hour 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… Continue watching
Aug 24 Watch 6:39 Turkish, U.S. forces launch operation in Syria; Biden calls for Kurds to halt advances By PBS News Hour 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… Continue watching
Aug 24 Photos: Rescuers free survivors after earthquake in Italy By Larisa Epatko A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck central Italy on Wednesday, destroying parts of popular vacation spots in the mountainous zone. Continue reading