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  • Congo Ebola outbreak on track to become deadliest in history

    Congo Ebola outbreak on track to become deadliest in history
    2026/08/14
    The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to worsen, with the number of confirmed cases climbing to over 4,600. At least 2,100 people have died, a death toll that was reached almost three times faster than the outbreak over a decade ago. William Brangham discussed the crisis with epidemiologist Dr. Anne Rimoin, director of the Center for Global Health Security at UCLA. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    9 分
  • Scientists explore large-scale geoengineering to slow glacier melt

    Scientists explore large-scale geoengineering to slow glacier melt
    2026/08/17
    At a time when the impact of climate change is undeniable, some researchers suggest we need to start work on far more ambitious approaches for tackling these problems. These proposals are often referred to as geoengineering. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien looks at one such concept to deal with the melting of glaciers and sea ice. It's 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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    8 分
  • Scientists explore new ways to target mosquitoes as warming climate expands threat

    Scientists explore new ways to target mosquitoes as warming climate expands threat
    2026/08/18
    It doesn't have sharp teeth or claws, but the mosquito kills more people than any other animal on earth. As the climate warms, mosquito season is lasting longer, giving them more time to spread dangerous diseases. Ben Tracy with Climate Central reports on why the insects are thriving, and the surprising way scientists are fighting back. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    5 分
  • What to know about Dr. Heidi Overton, Trump's pick to lead the FDA

    What to know about Dr. Heidi Overton, Trump's pick to lead the FDA
    2026/08/19
    President Trump has tapped one of his top White House health policy aides, Dr. Heidi Overton, to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Overton has been a strong supporter of the president's health agenda, including efforts to overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule, changes that have drawn sharp criticism from medical experts. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Lauren Gardner of Politico. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    6 分
  • Can recycling solve the world's trash problem?

    Can recycling solve the world's trash problem?
    2026/08/21
    Reduce, reuse, recycle. It's the mantra heard for decades, but does it work? There's a lingering cynicism that recycling is a scam, that it doesn't really help, and it's more about making us feel good than doing something meaningful. Horizons moderator William Brangham separates fact from fiction with Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli of WATS and Judith Enck of Beyond Plastics. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    1分未満
  • Former FEMA chief on preparing for disaster with a changing climate

    Former FEMA chief on preparing for disaster with a changing climate
    2026/08/25
    Craig Fugate led the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through record-breaking disaster years during the Obama administration. In the latest episode of "Settle In," he speaks with Amna Nawaz about how climate change has upended our models for disaster response, criticism that the agency has been politicized and how to prepare for hurricane season. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    45 分
  • New study reveals widespread signs of brain trauma among former NFL players

    New study reveals widespread signs of brain trauma among former NFL players
    2026/08/25
    At least one in four NFL players has CTE when they die, according to a new study that examined the brains of former pro players. CTE is a brain disease thought to be caused by years of sustained head trauma and can only be diagnosed after an autopsy of the brain. Amna Nawaz spoke with Dr. Chris Nowinski of the Concussion and CTE Foundation, and a co-author of this study. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    7 分
  • How data centers became a major issue in the midterms

    How data centers became a major issue in the midterms
    2026/08/26
    While there are many issues dividing voters this midterm season, one seems to be uniting them: opposition to AI data centers. Candidates who've taken notice are racing to shape policy around these centers, which could be a defining issue in some races. Lisa Desjardins discussed what it might mean for the midterms with Clara Ence Morse of The Washington Post. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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    8 分