Episodios

  • Lisa Lawson explores the neuroscience of adolescence in ‘Thrive’

    Lisa Lawson explores the neuroscience of adolescence in ‘Thrive’
    Sep 15 2025
    The Annie E. Casey Foundation is perhaps best known for its work helping America’s youth. Lisa Lawson, the president and CEO, has done extensive research into the development of teenagers. She joined Geoff Bennett to discuss her new book, "Thrive: How the Science of the Adolescent Brain Helps Us Imagine a Better Future for All Children." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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  • How researchers restored a thriving habitat for Atlantic puffins in Maine

    How researchers restored a thriving habitat for Atlantic puffins in Maine
    Sep 8 2025
    Atlantic puffins face an increasingly precarious foothold due in part to a loss of habitat and to troubles tied to warming ocean waters and climate change. But an effort off the coast of Maine continues to provide a crucial nesting habitat for these seabirds and a place for them to thrive. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien traveled to the colony for our series, Tipping Point. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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  • News Wrap: Judge rules White House unlawfully blocked Harvard’s research grants

    News Wrap: Judge rules White House unlawfully blocked Harvard’s research grants
    Sep 3 2025
    In our news wrap Wednesday, a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration unlawfully terminated Harvard's research grants, Florida is moving to become the first state to eliminate all vaccine mandates for children to attend school and President Trump is defending a military strike on a boat in the Caribbean, saying it will prevent further attempts to bring drugs into the country. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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  • As rising sea levels swallow Bangladesh’s land, its climate refugees are forced to adapt

    As rising sea levels swallow Bangladesh’s land, its climate refugees are forced to adapt
    Sep 3 2025
    Few countries in the world are considered more vulnerable to the impact of rising sea levels and climate change than Bangladesh, a nation of 175 million people squeezed into a landmass the size of Iowa. In partnership with the Pulitzer Center, Fred de Sam Lazaro traveled to Bangladesh to look at efforts to build resilience in the face of the escalating consequences. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    9 m
  • Epidemiologist breaks down new restrictions on COVID shots

    Epidemiologist breaks down new restrictions on COVID shots
    Sep 2 2025
    Many Americans who want to get the newest COVID vaccines may now have a harder time doing so. The Food and Drug Administration limited approval for the shots to adults 65 and older or those who are "high risk" for severe disease. The vaccine was previously available to individuals six months of age and older. Amna Nawaz discussed the changes with Dr. Katelyn Jetelina of Your Local Epidemiologist. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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  • How medical advancements could reshape the outlook for children with Trisomy 18

    How medical advancements could reshape the outlook for children with Trisomy 18
    Sep 1 2025
    Trisomy 18, also known sometimes as Edwards syndrome, is often fatal within weeks after a baby is born. But now, parents and doctors are finding ways of getting more time with those children with greater interventions and incredible commitments. Stephanie Sy discussed the difficult ethical questions around it with Dr. Sheri Fink. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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  • 50 years after ‘Jaws,’ researcher dispels myths about sharks

    50 years after ‘Jaws,’ researcher dispels myths about sharks
    Sep 1 2025
    This year marks the 50th anniversary of "Jaws," the 1975 Steven Spielberg blockbuster about a ravenous great white shark. The film packed theaters and instilled a deep, lasting fear of sharks. While many Americans are terrified of them, shark attacks are relatively rare and the species is widely misunderstood. William Brangham discussed more with Keith Cowley of the Shark Research Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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  • How coyotes are adapting to urban life and thriving in U.S. cities

    How coyotes are adapting to urban life and thriving in U.S. cities
    Aug 30 2025
    In cities across America, it’s become increasingly common to see coyotes in parks, golf courses and other green spaces. John Yang speaks with New York Times reporter and photographer Loren Elliott and urban ecologist Christopher Schell to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    6 m