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Oil prices spike again following latest standoff in the Strait of Hormuz
Published: April 19, 2026 23:07
The ongoing conflict with the U.S. and Iran prevented tankers from passing through. The price of U.S. crude oil increased 6.4% to $87.88 per barrel after trading resumed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. The price of Brent crude, the international…
Los Angeles woman arrested on suspicion of helping Iran traffic weapons to Sudan
Published: April 19, 2026 22:54
First U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli said Sunday on social media that the woman will face charges that she brokered the sale of "drones, bombs, bomb fuses, and millions of rounds of ammunition" between Iran and the Sudanese Armed Forces.
Canada's prime minister says economic connection to the U.S. has shifted from a strength to a weakness
Published: April 19, 2026 22:40
Prime Minister Mark Carney said tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump have impacted workers in such major industries as auto and steel and prompted businesses to hold back investments.
Chernobyl full of life as wildlife reoccupies a radioactive landscape
Published: April 19, 2026 21:10
Wolves, bears and lynx have rebounded in the radioactive landscape, along with a rare breed of horses native to Mongolia. Scientists say it shows nature's ability to recover when human activity is removed.
U.S. invests in project to remove rare earth minerals despite differences with South Africa
Published: April 19, 2026 19:28
The U.S. has committed a $50 million investment in the Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project despite U.S.-South Africa relations plummeting to their lowest point in decades.
Police investigating arson attacks at Jewish sites in London
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/police-investigating-arson-attacks-at-jewish-sites-in-london
Published: April 19, 2026 18:13
British police say they are looking at whether the incidents are the work of Iranian proxies.
Former president Rumen Radev will win Bulgaria election, exit poll suggests
Published: April 19, 2026 17:54
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — An exit poll in Bulgaria suggested Sunday that the center-left Progressive Bulgaria coalition led by ex-president Rumen Radev will be the winner of the country's parliamentary election. The poll conducted by Trend research group…
5 people shot during fight in nightlife district near the University of Iowa, police say
Published: April 19, 2026 17:09
Authorities in Iowa say three University of Iowa students have been wounded in a shooting that erupted in a nightlife district near campus. Two others were injured in the shooting that happened early Sunday in downtown Iowa City.
Russian strikes kill at least 2 as Ukraine targets drone factory inside Russia
Published: April 19, 2026 16:42
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian strikes killed at least two people in Ukraine, officials said Sunday, as the Ukrainian military struck a drone factory in southwestern Russia. A "massive" nighttime drone strike on Chernihiv in northern Ukraine killed a…
Police say 8 children killed in Louisiana mass shooting
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/police-say-8-children-killed-in-a-louisiana-mass-shooting
Published: April 19, 2026 16:10
The victims range in age from one to 14 years old. The shooting occurred around 6 a.m. on Sunday, according to Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith. He said a total of 10 people shot.
Humanoid robot wins Beijing half-marathon, defeating the human world record
Published: April 19, 2026 15:14
This year's race featured over 300 robots from more than 100 teams, including international participants. The competition highlights China's advancements in a technological competition with the U.S.
Eddie Murphy receives AFI life achievement award along with star-studded tribute
Published: April 19, 2026 14:50
The American Film Institute ceremony, held Saturday night at the Dolby Theatre, featured appearances from Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, and many more.
FBI and Justice Department try to rebuild after wave of resignations and firings
Published: April 19, 2026 14:22
The agencies leaders are easing hiring requirements and accelerating recruitment in ways that some current and former officials see as a lowering of long-accepted standards.
North Korea tests short-range ballistic missiles
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/north-korea-tests-short-range-ballistic-missiles
Published: April 19, 2026 13:39
South Korea's military was analyzing whether the latest launches were made from a submarine, a land-based launcher or both platforms, according to South Korean media.
Trump says U.S. officials will hold more talks with Iran in Pakistan
Published: April 19, 2026 13:37
Trump in a post on social media Sunday didn't detail which officials the U.S. would sending to a second round of in-person talks with Iran is Islamabad.
How consumers can navigate the cost of available flights impacted by the Iran war
Published: April 18, 2026 23:16
Experts say booking earlier, and staying flexible on dates, destinations and departure airports can help reduce costs.
Obama and Mamdani meet for the first time
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/obama-and-mamdani-meet-for-the-first-time
Published: April 18, 2026 22:27
The meeting comes as Mamdani, a democratic socialist, is also trying to build a working relationship with Republican President Donald Trump. The meeting comes just over a week after Mamdani marked his 100th day in office.
Witnesses detail deadly Israeli strikes on medics in Lebanon
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/witnesses-detail-deadly-israeli-strikes-on-medics-in-lebanon
Published: April 18, 2026 20:55
The three strikes, which killed four paramedics and wounded six others, is the latest example of Israel's willingness to target Lebanon's health sector. The attacks on the ambulances have drawn condemnation, including from the United Nations' human rights…
Arizona midterms begin with spotlight on largest county's controversial election system
Published: April 18, 2026 20:34
Much of the political spotlight this election year in Arizona has been focused on the office that runs elections in Maricopa County, the state's largest. Republican Justin Heap is overseeing elections in the Phoenix-area and he's an election skeptic.
How to spot the Lyrid meteor shower that is peaking this week
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/how-to-spot-the-lyrid-meteor-shower-that-is-peaking-this-week
Published: April 18, 2026 19:44
The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to bring fiery streaks to the night sky. The shower peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
Federal judge blocks Nexstar-Tegna merger until antitrust lawsuit is resolved
Published: April 18, 2026 19:14
Nexstar's attorneys say the deal has already been vetted and approved by the Federal Communications Commission and the Department of Justice.
Iranian official says excessive demands made by U.S. are barrier to in-person talks
Published: April 18, 2026 17:56
Speaking at a diplomacy forum in Turkey on Saturday, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said Iran will not hand over its enriched uranium to the U.S.
Ukrainian police fatally shoot gunman who killed at least 6 hostages
Published: April 18, 2026 17:04
The head of Ukraine's Interior Ministry, Ihor Klymenko, said in a statement on social media that special tactical police units stormed the store after attempts to contact the gunman with a negotiator failed.
Trump signs order to hasten review of psychedelics
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-signs-order-to-speed-review-of-psychedelics
Published: April 18, 2026 16:27
Ibogaine and other psychedelics remain banned under the federal government's most restrictive category for illegal, high-risk drugs. But the administration is taking steps to ease restrictions and spur research on using the drugs for medical purposes,…
Strong winds leave heavy damage in the Midwest
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/strong-winds-leave-heavy-damage-in-the-midwest
Published: April 18, 2026 15:59
A series of reported tornadoes has torn through the midwestern United States, ripping roofs off homes and leaving roads impassable. Officials in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota have expressed relief that the storms did not result in loss of life.
Pope Leo arrives in Angola, the third stop on his visit to Africa
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/pope-leo-arrives-in-angola-the-third-stop-on-his-visit-to-africa
Published: April 18, 2026 14:45
Leo's plane touched down at Luanda's international airport after the flight from Yaounde, Cameroon, where he celebrated a morning Mass before an estimated 200,000 people.
Widespread Russian attacks hit Ukraine as Ukraine targets Russian industrial areas
Published: April 18, 2026 14:14
Local officials report that a civilian was killed and dozens were wounded in overnight Russian attacks across Ukraine.
French soldier killed in attack on U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/french-soldier-killed-in-attack-on-u-n-peacekeepers-in-lebanon
Published: April 18, 2026 13:52
Macron identifies the soldier as Staff Sergeant Florian Montorio from the 17th Parachute Engineer Regiment. He states that Hezbollah is likely responsible for the attack.
Iran's military closes Strait of Hormuz again, citing U.S. blockade
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/irans-military-closes-strait-of-hormuz-again-citing-u-s-blockade
Published: April 18, 2026 13:45
Revolutionary Guard gunboats on Saturday opened fire on a tanker transiting the strait and an unknown projectile hit a container vessel, damaging some of the containers, the British military's United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said without…
After weeks of fighting, ceasefire sparks cautious celebration in Lebanon
Published: April 17, 2026 22:55
Iran declared that it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial sea traffic, which President Trump eagerly supported in a social media post. But Trump also declared that the U.S. blockade of Iran's ports could continue. Meanwhile, the day-old truce…
Timeline for Strait of Hormuz shipping recovery remains uncertain
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/timeline-for-strait-of-hormuz-shipping-recovery-remains-uncertain
Published: April 17, 2026 22:50
To discuss the status of the Strait of Hormuz and if it's really open to all ships, Amna Nawaz spoke with Ian Ralby. He is president of Auxilium Worldwide, a non-profit organization that focuses on ocean governance and maritime law and security.
News Wrap: Senate approves short-term renewal of FISA surveillance program
Published: April 17, 2026 22:45
In our news wrap Friday, the Senate approved a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, millions across the Midwest are facing the risk of severe storms and French officials say an 85-year-old widow of an…
Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking personal details about Rhode Island voters
Published: April 17, 2026 22:45
U.S. District Court Judge Mary McElroy sided with Rhode Island's top election officials and civil rights advocates, writing that federal law does not permit the U.S. Department of Justice "to conduct the kind of fishing expedition it seeks here."
How Trump's recent actions are affecting his support among young voters
Published: April 17, 2026 22:40
President Trump is on the road this week, speaking at a Turning Point USA rally Friday night in Phoenix. White House correspondent Liz Landers on how the administration's recent actions are affecting his support among young voters.
Judge sides with Arizona election official in ruling that could affect midterms voting
Published: April 17, 2026 22:38
The top election official in Arizona's most populous county will get more authority in running elections after a judge sided with his office in a prolonged legal fight with the local board that shares responsibility for overseeing the vote.
One in three Americans forced to make financial sacrifices for health coverage
Published: April 17, 2026 22:35
At a moment when there's a lot of political attention around questions of affordability, rising health care costs are a growing concern for many Americans. That's especially true for those who are worried about being able to afford insurance premiums after…
Ex-Kennedy Center staffer alleges chaos and cronyism under Trump leadership
Published: April 17, 2026 22:30
Unless courts intervene, the Kennedy Center will shut down this July for two years, as part of a roughly $250 million renovation. In the lead-up, there's been a wave of layoffs and a controversial rebranding by President Trump's allies. Josef Palermo was…
Brooks and Capehart on Trump and Vance clashing with Pope Leo
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/brooks-and-capehart-on-trump-and-vance-clashing-with-pope-leo
Published: April 17, 2026 22:25
David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including President Trump claiming Iran has "agreed to everything" in talks with the U.S. and is suspending its nuclear program, Trump publicly…
Coast Guard searches for 6 after losing contact with boat disabled by Typhoon Sinlaku
Published: April 17, 2026 20:57
Super Typhoon Sinlaku began battering the Northern Mariana Islands earlier this week, causing damage on the islands of Tinian and Saipan and flash flooding in Guam, the site of several American military bases.
White House chief of staff to meet with Anthropic CEO over its new Mythos AI model
Published: April 17, 2026 20:06
The meeting comes after tensions have run hot between the Trump administration and the safety-conscious Anthropic, which has sought to put guardrails on the development of AI to minimize any potential risks and maximize its economic and national security…
London police investigate discarded items near Israeli Embassy
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/london-police-investigate-discarded-items-near-israeli-embassy
Published: April 17, 2026 19:56
The Metropolitan Police said the embassy was not attacked but that its officers, including some in protective clothing, were combing the area around the plush neighborhood of Kensington Gardens.
Patients and dental community mourn Dr. Cerina Fairfax, killed by Virginia ex-Lt. Gov. Fairfax
Published: April 17, 2026 19:40
Patients and colleagues are remembering Dr. Cerina Fairfax as a devoted mother, a caring dentist and the rock at the center of her family, after police say she was killed by her estranged husband, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax.
WATCH LIVE: Trump speaks at Turning Point Action event in Arizona
Published: April 17, 2026 18:44
The president's rare trip out West comes as Trump faces growing political pressure to wrap up the war and focus on a message that helps his party as they try to defend their congressional majorities in November's elections.
85-year-old widow detained by ICE returns home, France's foreign minister says
Published: April 17, 2026 18:02
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained Marie-Thérèse Ross in Alabama on April 1 for overstaying her visa.
What to know about singer D4vd's arrest in 14-year-old's killing
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/arts/what-to-know-about-singer-d4vds-arrest-in-14-year-olds-killing
Published: April 17, 2026 17:55
Seven months after a 14-year-old girl's body was found in D4vd's towed SUV, the alt-pop singer has been arrested on suspicion of killing her, authorities said.
A transgender teen's case in Ecuador opens path for others seeking legal recognition
Published: April 17, 2026 17:38
The moment marks a significant step in a country where LGBTQ+ rights have largely advanced through court rulings rather than political action.
ICE acting director will resign at the end of May, DHS officials say
Published: April 17, 2026 16:51
Todd Lyons, who was named acting director in March 2025, led the agency at the center of President Donald Trump's plans to reshape immigration to the U.S.
Supreme Court gives oil and gas companies win in Louisiana environmental lawsuit
Published: April 17, 2026 16:27
The 8-0 procedural decision gives the companies a new day in federal court after a state jury ordered Chevron to pay upward of $740 million to clean up damage to the state's coastline, one of multiple similar lawsuits.
Former President Win Myint freed in broad Myanmar prisoner amnesty
Published: April 17, 2026 16:15
State-run media reported the amnesty on Friday, marking the traditional New Year.
Pope urges young people to resist temptation of corruption in big Mass in Cameroon
Published: April 17, 2026 16:06
In his homily, delivered in French and English, Leo cited the Biblical story of Jesus' multiplication of loaves in urging young people to "multiply your talents through the faith, perseverance, and friendship."
Kosovo approves troop commitment to Gaza international force
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/kosovo-approves-troop-commitment-to-gaza-international-force
Published: April 17, 2026 15:52
The small Balkan nation of Kosovo says it wants to commit dozens of its security troops to an international force for Gaza because it appreciates what NATO-led peacekeepers have done for its own security since the 1998-99 war with Serbia.
Colombia minister says Iran war should accelerate transition to clean energy
Published: April 17, 2026 15:51
Speaking ahead of a summit in Santa Marta later this month, she said the meeting will focus on advancing discussions rather than securing commitments, bringing together countries already pushing to reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Singer D4vd is arrested in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Published: April 17, 2026 15:40
Police said the singer whose legal name is David Burke is being held without bail and they'll present a case to prosecutors on Monday.
Senate extends controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies
Published: April 17, 2026 15:25
The Senate approved a short-term renewal until April 30. The measure cleared the Senate by voice vote, without a formal roll call, as Congress raced to meet a Monday deadline. It now heads to President Donald Trump, who had pushed for a clean 18-month…
Trump says Iran and U.S. are working to remove sea mines from Strait of Hormuz
Published: April 17, 2026 15:25
Removing any mines will be critical to regain the confidence of commercial vessels that use the vital waterway to deliver oil and other products.
German chancellor seeks U.S. involvement in mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz
Published: April 17, 2026 15:14
Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Germany, ″if possible, would also like to see the United States of America participate; we believe this would be desirable.″
Pressure builds as Starmer rejects calls to resign over Mandelson appointment in Epstein fallout
Published: April 17, 2026 15:00
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has no plans to resign over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to Washington, despite Mandelson failing security checks.
Macron and Starmer welcome news of Strait of Hormuz opening but say it must be permanent
Published: April 17, 2026 14:46
President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Keir Starmer plan an international mission to restore maritime security, with military planners meeting in London next week.
Hezbollah and Israel truce holds in Lebanon as some displaced families begin to return home
Published: April 17, 2026 14:41
A fragile calm has settled over parts of Lebanon as a 10-day ceasefire brokered by the United States takes hold between Israel and Hezbollah.
World Court celebrates 80-year anniversary as the international legal framework is strained
Published: April 17, 2026 14:34
The United Nations secretary-general warned on Friday that international law was eroding before the world's eyes, during a speech celebrating the 80th year anniversary of the World Court.
Oil prices plummet as Wall Street rallies to new record following Strait of Hormuz reopening
Published: April 17, 2026 14:14
Oil prices are falling by more than 10%, and Wall Street is rallying toward another record after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is fully open, which would allow oil tankers to exit the Persian Gulf again and carry crude to customers worldwide.
About 15 Latin American people deported to Congo by the U.S.
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/about-15-latin-american-people-deported-to-congo-by-the-u-s
Published: April 17, 2026 14:03
It was the latest example of the Trump administration using agreements with African countries to accelerate migrant removals under controversial circumstances that have raised questions about respect for the migrants' rights.
Trump and Iran's foreign minister declare Strait of Hormuz is fully open
Published: April 17, 2026 13:35
It was not immediately clear what that meant for the U.S. blockade of the strait, but Trump said the blockade would "remain in full force" until Iran reaches a deal with the U.S. to end war.
WATCH LIVE: Health Secretary RFK Jr. testifies about HHS agenda, proposed budget cuts in House hearing
Published: April 17, 2026 13:23
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is testifying before the House Education and Workforce committee Friday, as part of a series of congressional budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
Rising oil prices threaten to intensify hunger in Haiti, report finds
Published: April 17, 2026 13:13
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification said Thursday that more than 5.83 million Haitians are expected to face acute levels of hunger from March to June, representing more than half the country's population. Meanwhile, nearly 1.9 million people…
Hungary's Orbán calls for his party's renewal after stunning election defeat
Published: April 17, 2026 12:58
This defeat ends Orbán's 16 years in power. The center-right Tisza party, led by Péter Magyar, won a two-thirds majority in Parliament. Orbán, who has been Fidesz's president since the early 1990s, suggested he won't resign.
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones expected to make 1st guilty plea in gambling sweep
Published: April 17, 2026 00:36
Jones had previously pleaded not guilty to separate indictments charging him with profiting from rigged poker games and providing sports bettors with non-public information about injuries to stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
What lagging jet fuel supplies could mean for airlines and travelers
Published: April 17, 2026 00:01
A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia sparked by the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz could further upend world travel within weeks if oil doesn't start flowing again soon — meaning higher airfares and flight…
Duffy withholds federal funding from New York over immigrant trucker licenses dispute
Published: April 16, 2026 23:53
New York will lose more than $73.5 million in federal money because the Transportation Department said Thursday that state has refused to revoke nearly 33,000 questionable commercial driver's licenses for immigrants since an audit uncovered problems last…
House rejects effort to withdraw U.S. forces from Iran war as GOP lawmakers stick with Trump
Published: April 16, 2026 23:40
The House rejected a resolution Thursday requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from the war with Iran unless Congress authorizes military action. It was the latest such vote that fell short of passage as Republicans largely continue to…
Israel agrees to 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon as U.S. pushes for broader peace deal
Published: April 16, 2026 22:55
President Trump announced a ceasefire deal that would suspend fighting between Israel and Hezbollah for ten days. Hezbollah has not said whether it will abide by the ceasefire. Trump also says leaders from Israel and Lebanon are expected to meet soon in…
Why the Israeli and Lebanese governments accepted a ceasefire – and will Hezbollah abide?
Published: April 16, 2026 22:50
For insights on the announced ceasefire by the U.S., Israel and Lebanon, Amna Nawaz spoke with author and journalist Kim Ghattas. Her recent book, "Black Wave," is about the rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran, and she is now a visiting professor at…
UN official warns Strait of Hormuz dispute is disrupting global food supply
Published: April 16, 2026 22:45
To discuss the global stakes of the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on deepening humanitarian crises, Geoff Bennett spoke with Jorge Moreira da Silva, the executive director of the UN's Office for Project Services and head of the UN task…
News Wrap: Pope warns of 'tyrants' spending billions on wars
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-pope-warns-of-tyrants-spending-billions-on-wars
Published: April 16, 2026 22:40
n our news wrap Thursday, Pope Leo is warning of a world "ravaged by a handful of tyrants" who spend billions on war, the Senate voted to lift a federal ban on mining upstream from Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and police say former…
How much of Project 2025 has Trump enacted?
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-much-of-project-2025-has-trump-enacted
Published: April 16, 2026 22:35
White House budget director Russ Vought has been key to implementing the Trump agenda. But before joining the administration, he was a central figure in drafting Project 2025, the controversial policy playbook by the Heritage Foundation that suggested…
Hampshire College closure highlights financial strain on small liberal arts schools
Published: April 16, 2026 22:30
After years of financial decline, Hampshire College, a liberal arts college in Massachusetts, has announced it will close at the end of the year. But the college is hardly alone. A new estimate projects that nearly 450 of the nation's 1,700 private,…
Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, nominated to be next CDC director by Trump
Published: April 16, 2026 22:22
The Atlanta-based CDC, which is charged with protecting Americans from preventable health threats, has been in turmoil since Trump returned to office more than a year ago, with a succession of mostly temporary leaders.
WATCH: Trump 'OK' with public Epstein survivor hearings
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-trump-ok-with-public-epstein-survivor-hearings
Published: April 16, 2026 22:01
"I'm OK with it," he told PBS News' Liz Landers during a media availability outside the White House. "I think we've had a lot of public hearings. I'm OK with it, but I understand that the women didn't want to go under oath."
Cuba's president says island does not wish for U.S. aggression but ready to fight if necessary
Published: April 16, 2026 21:53
Earlier this week, Trump said his administration could focus on Cuba after the war in Iran ends.
WATCH: Trump says the pope has to understand that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon
Published: April 16, 2026 20:53
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he has "to do what's right" as he pushes back against Pope Leo XIV on Iran war.
Judge allows 'national security' work to proceed at White House ballroom construction site
Published: April 16, 2026 20:52
President Donald Trump railed against a federal judge's decision on Thursday that continues to block above-ground construction of a $400 million White House ballroom, allowing only below-ground work on a bunker and other "national security facilities" at…
WATCH: Vought won't say how much Trump has spent on Iran war so far
Published: April 16, 2026 20:37
Russell Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, declined to tell lawmakers on the Senate Budget Committee in a hearing Thursday how much the federal government has spent on the Iran war so far. Watch the clip in the video player above. "We…
WATCH: OMB chief Vought says Homeland Security is 'disintegrating' during shutdown
Published: April 16, 2026 19:51
Russell Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, told lawmakers in a hearing Thursday that the Department of Homeland Security is "disintegrating" as it remains unfunded by Congress.
WATCH LIVE: Trump attends Tax Day roundtable in Las Vegas as he touts 'no tax on tips' policy
Published: April 16, 2026 19:39
President Donald Trump is betting that the tax cuts he signed into law last year will resonate with voters in Las Vegas, where he intends to highlight a key Republican message for this year's elections in remarks Thursday.
WATCH: Artemis II astronauts discuss historic moon mission after returning to Earth
Published: April 16, 2026 18:22
Artemis II included the first woman, the first person of color and the first non-U.S. citizen to fly to the moon.
Why so many Americans are using AI for health guidance
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/why-so-americans-are-using-ai-for-health-guidance
Published: April 16, 2026 17:00
Turning to artificial intelligence tools for health advice has become a habit for many other Americans, according to a West Health–Gallup Center on Healthcare in America poll published Wednesday.
Rising energy costs force some states to reassess ambitious climate goals
Published: April 16, 2026 16:45
Some Democratic leaders are trying to balance the party's traditional support for clean energy policies with the current political imperative to deliver "affordability" agendas.
OpenAI focuses on business users amid competition with rival Anthropic
Published: April 16, 2026 16:17
OpenAI executives say they will introduce a new artificial intelligence model for "high-value professional work" as the company faces heightened competition with rival Anthropic in attracting corporate customers to adopt AI assistants in their workplaces.
Israel and Lebanon reach 10-day ceasefire agreement, Trump says
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/israel-and-lebanon-reach-10-day-ceasefire-agreement-trump-says
Published: April 16, 2026 15:55
The ceasefire will begin at at 5 p.m. ET Thursday, Trump said.
Democrats relish big fundraising gains for Senate races favoring Republicans
Published: April 16, 2026 15:42
While Democrats touted their totals, they offer only a snapshot of overall fundraising, as campaigns had until the end of the day Wednesday to file with the Federal Election Commission.
States rush to redraw U.S. House districts ahead of the November midterm elections
Published: April 16, 2026 15:24
Redistricting usually happens once a decade, but President Donald Trump sparked a mid-decade redistricting battle last year while calling on Texas Republicans to redraw their districts for partisan advantage. California Democrats reciprocated, and other…
Europe nears energy crisis with global implications, head of energy agency warns
Published: April 16, 2026 15:05
Europe has "maybe six weeks or so" of remaining jet fuel supplies, said Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency Executive Director .
Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and his wife are dead in murder-suicide, police say
Published: April 16, 2026 14:43
Police said the couple was going through a divorce, and the shootings may have been sparked by paperwork he received. Fairfax was a rising star in the Democratic party several years ago before his chances of leading the state were derailed by sexual…
Key federal agency to review Trump's plan for Triumphal Arch
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/key-federal-agency-to-review-trumps-plan-for-triumphal-arch
Published: April 16, 2026 14:33
The 250-foot-tall arch would be built on federal land on the Virginia side of the Potomac River. It's one of several projects Trump is pursuing to leave a lasting footprint on Washington, including a new White House ballroom.
Heavy Russian assault targeting civilian areas kills 16 in Ukraine
Published: April 16, 2026 14:19
The attack, which stretched from daytime into the night and also injured more than 100 people, is the largest in almost two weeks. The Russian Defense Ministry claims it was in retaliation for Ukrainian strikes inside Russia.
Pope Leo promotes peace, condemns 'tyrants' ravaging the world during Cameroon visit
Published: April 16, 2026 14:07
He delivered a peace message in Bamenda, Cameroon, amid a long-standing separatist conflict. Cameroonians celebrated his visit, hoping it will draw global attention to the violence affecting the region.
Pakistani army chief tries to keep dialogue open between U.S. and Iran
Published: April 16, 2026 13:51
The meeting comes as President Donald Trump announced the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak later on Thursday about halting the fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon.
WATCH: Hegseth says Americans 'see the success' in Iran
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/watch-hegseth-says-americans-see-the-success-in-iran
Published: April 16, 2026 13:38
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth touted public support for the war during remarks at the Pentagon on Thursday, contrasting that with what he said was an overly critical press.
House considers bill to protect Haitian immigrants in pushback against Trump administration
Published: April 16, 2026 13:29
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare bipartisan moment, the House has agreed to consider legislation that would extend temporary protections for Haitian immigrants, pushing back against the Trump administration's efforts to end the program. The bill expected for a…
Why a U.S. blockade on Iran seems to be working
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/why-a-u-s-blockade-on-iran-seems-to-be-working
Published: April 16, 2026 13:15
Iran-linked or sanctioned vessels that have left the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz have stopped or turned around, shipping data firms say. They appear to have jammed or faked their locations in some instances, complicating an uncertain and…
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