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Watch: S2025 E86

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News Wrap: Russian strikes across Ukraine kill at least 7

2m 27s

In our news wrap Sunday, a barrage of Russian drone attacks across Ukraine threaten to complicate U.S.-mediated ceasefire talks, a Turkish court ordered the arrested mayor of Istanbul to be jailed through his trial, high winds and dry conditions are fueling wildfires in the Carolinas, and Pope Francis is back at the Vatican after ending his weekslong hospital stay.

Gaza children ‘deeply traumatized’ as ceasefire breaks down

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Israeli forces are carrying out ground operations in Gaza after days of aerial bombardment, as Israel tries to pressure Hamas into freeing the remaining hostages. The Gaza Health Ministry says the death toll in the 18 months since the war began has surpassed 50,000, with nearly 700 people killed since the ceasefire collapsed this past week. John Yang speaks with UNICEF’s Rosalia Bollen for more.

How social media is ‘supercharging’ conspiracy theories

7m 16s

Can conspiracy theorists be shaken from their firm — and unsubstantiated — beliefs? Podcaster Zach Mack wanted to find out, so he turned to someone he’s debated about conspiracies for years: his father. He tells what happened in “Alternate Realties,” a three-part podcast from NPR. Mack and science writer David Robert Grimes join John Yang to discuss.

Why IUD insertions are painful for many and what can be done

6m 6s

Millions of American women use some form of contraception to prevent pregnancy, and one of the most popular forms is an intrauterine device, or IUD. Lately, IUDs have been going viral not because of their popularity, but because of the pain associated with getting them. Ali Rogin speaks with Dr. Aaron Lazorwitz, a professor at Yale School of Medicine, to learn more.

What Kenya is doing to create more open spaces for wildlife

2m 52s

The populations of some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife have been bouncing back thanks to decades of conservation efforts. But activists are warning that climate change and human activity are shrinking their habitats. Now, a nature preserve in central Kenya is pushing to set aside more land to connect with other preserves to allow wild animals to roam freely. John Yang reports.

What’s behind renewed conflict on Israeli-Lebanese border

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The Israel-Lebanon border saw the heaviest exchange of attacks since Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire four months ago. It comes as Israel says it will intensify its offensive in Gaza until Hamas releases the remaining Israeli hostages. Josef Federman of the Associated Press joins John Yang to discuss the latest developments.

How AI is being used to create deepfakes that harm children

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A new report offers a troubling look at the latest digital threat to young people: deepfake nudes. These are realistic-looking photos and videos that have been altered using AI technology to depict subjects in sexually explicit situations and then spread online. Stephanie Sy speaks with Melissa Stroebel at Thorn, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting children online, to learn more.

News Wrap: Russia strikes Ukraine despite limited ceasefire

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In our news wrap Saturday, Ukrainian officials say at least three people were killed in Russian drone strikes on Zaporizhzhia, the Trump administration is revoking legal protections for more than half a million immigrants, and former Massachusetts first lady Kitty Dukakis and two-time heavyweight champion George Foreman have died.

The effect of NIH funding cuts on vaccine hesitancy research

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The National Institutes of Health has terminated dozens of grants for scientific research projects related to vaccine use and hesitancy, informing researchers that their studies no longer aligned with the Trump administration’s priorities. Ali Rogin speaks with Sophia Newcomer, one of the researchers whose grant was cancelled, whose work focuses on health care access in rural communities.

Inside the making of a quarter celebrating Ida B. Wells

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This Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at a special series of quarters honoring notable American women. This is the final year of the program, and one of the coins for 2025 features journalist and civil rights activist Ida B. Wells. John Yang reports from the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, where the coins are being made.

Nurse reflects on working the frontlines during COVID

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As we mark five years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we're speaking with a small handful of the countless people whose lives were turned upside down by the virus. Our latest reflection is from a nurse who worked on the frontlines in New York.

Federal judge questions Trump's authority to deport migrants

5m 15s

In a D.C. courtroom, a federal judge questioned the legality of the Trump administration’s authority to deport hundreds of migrants without due process and its refusal to answer his questions. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports.

News Wrap: Heathrow reopens after fire closed airport

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In our news wrap Friday, London’s Heathrow Airport resumed some flights after a massive fire at an electrical substation cut power to the airport, President Trump laid out plans to transfer some of the responsibilities of the Department of Education to other agencies and Russia and Ukraine say attacks are continuing even after the parties agreed in principle this week to a limited ceasefire.

Associates ask big law firms to defy pressure from Trump

6m 44s

President Trump rescinded an executive order targeting a prominent law firm after it agreed to drop DEI policies and provide $40 million in pro bono work for Trump-aligned causes. It’s the latest in a series of actions Trump has taken targeting firms that either were connected to criminal cases brought against him or firms that represented Democrats. John Yang discussed more with Rachel Cohen.

Funding threats harm institutions, Princeton president says

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Columbia University agreed to comply with a series of demands from the Trump administration about how it will handle protests, antisemitism and academic departments. The university faced a deadline to either comply or risk losing $400 million in federal funding. Jeffrey Brown discussed the broader crackdown on higher education with Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber.

Voters share frustrations, demand action at town hall

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In our coverage of town halls during the congressional recess, we’ve been reporting on the latest pushback Republicans have been facing from constituents. We now have a Democratic perspective and a look at how Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia is handling concerns from voters. Lisa Desjardins reports.

Brooks and Capehart on voter reaction to federal cuts

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New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including the mood on the ground from voters at town hall meetings, Elon Musk's prominence in the Trump administration and a prominent law firm and Columbia University comply with White House demands.

Musicians push back on dwindling payments from streaming

7m 27s

Nearly every song ever recorded is available for about $12 a month, or free if you don’t mind the ads. But while the streaming giant Spotify has conquered the music industry, many of the artists responsible for the music on the platform say they are getting a raw deal. Geoff Bennett reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

What's next for Education Department after Trump's order

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President Trump made good on a pledge by signing an order to dismantle the Department of Education. The department has been a target since it was created more than four decades ago. But President Trump and other Republicans want to go all the way this time, calling the department wasteful and arguing it fails too many students. Geoff Bennett reports.

Inside a town hall where a GOP lawmaker faced backlash

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While Republicans currently control both chambers of Congress, they’ve been losing control of their events back home. Lisa Desjardins attended one of the only town halls held by a Republican member during this congressional recess, catching up with him and the constituents seeking to give him an earful.

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