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These copper vests are helping injured penguins heal faster Sep 21, 2026

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An innovative treatment is helping injured penguins get back on their feet in Chile. Stephanie Sy reports on these special suits. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The science of grief and how it can impact physical health Sep 18, 2026

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If we are lucky enough to live full lives and form meaningful relationships, chances are, we will also experience loss, and with it, grief. As common as grief is, it's also mysterious. Horizons guest moderator Ali Rogin explores the science of grief with Liz Gleeson and Dr. George Slavich. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

U.S.-Saudi nuclear power deal faces pushback over potential weapons risks Sep 18, 2026

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This week, Democratic representatives introduced a resolution to block the Trump administration's new civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. The deal paves the way for the U.S. to help Saudi Arabia build a nuclear power program for peaceful purposes. But critics fear it doesn't have sufficient safeguards and could allow Saudi Arabia to pursue nuclear weapons. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

As AI behavior raises concerns, ex-researcher Jacob Coxon warns what may lie ahead Sep 17, 2026

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OpenAI announced it had discovered six new instances of "concerning or unexpected" behavior by its artificial intelligence models. It follows repeated warnings about how rapid advances in AI threaten to outpace the ability to develop the tech safely. One of those warnings came from Jacob Coxon, a former researcher at Anthropic and OpenAI. Coxon joined Geoff Bennett to discuss his concerns. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

News Wrap: Judge says Kennedy Center must provide notice before making changes to building Sep 17, 2026

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In our news wrap Thursday, a federal judge ordered that Kennedy Center officials provide a 30-day notice before making any significant physical changes to the building, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is welcoming a proposal that could see his country join the European Union as the bloc's first associate member and NASA discovered a massive, new crater on the Moon. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

News Wrap: Democrats block crypto bill, demand limits on Trump's investments Sep 15, 2026

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In our news wrap Tuesday, Senate Democrats blocked a bill that would have introduced sweeping regulations for cryptocurrencies saying it needs stronger safeguards to prevent the president and other officials from profiting while in office, Kash Patel defended his handling of the FBI during a nearly five-hour Senate hearing and the U.S. military has confirmed it has weapons in space. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Sen. Mark Warner says U.S. can strengthen AI safety without losing race to China Sep 15, 2026

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The warnings about artificial intelligence are growing more urgent, and increasingly, they're coming from inside the industry. AI researchers have resigned over safety concerns, while some of the field's prominent leaders are calling for stronger government oversight. But Congress has yet to agree on meaningful safeguards. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Ocean at the front door: Coastal communities battle erosion Sep 15, 2026

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Rising seas, stronger storms and relentless erosion are reshaping America's coastlines and forcing communities to make difficult choices. Special correspondent Ben Tracy of Climate Central has the story of two Atlantic coast communities grappling with erosion. It's part of our Tipping Point series. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Trump pushes back as AI leaders fuel calls to rein in rapidly advancing technology Sep 14, 2026

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President Trump rejected calls for greater oversight of artificial intelligence despite the dire warnings of some in the industry. The president's pushback comes after Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published an essay arguing for a slowdown across leading AI companies, warning rapid advances in the technology now pose an existential threat to society. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Stephen Witt. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

News Wrap: Kennedy Center warns of 'fiscal collapse' without Trump's name on building Sep 14, 2026

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In our news wrap Monday, officials at the Kennedy Center are warning of "certain fiscal collapse" unless President Trump's name is added to the exterior of the building, several state election officials tell the News Hour they are bracing for uncertainty over mail-in ballots ahead of the midterms and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte condemned Russia's attacks near Ukraine's border with Poland. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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