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Breaking down the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling

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The U.S. Supreme Court dealt a major blow to affirmative action in higher education, striking down race-conscious admissions programs at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina. The ruling has widespread implications for the future of higher education. Geoff Bennett discussed the decision with NewsHour Supreme Court analyst Marcia Coyle.
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University president on diversity without affirmative action

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The fallout of the Supreme Court’s affirmative action decisions will have major implications on colleges and universities across the country. One that knows the impact of ending race-based admissions all too well is the University of Michigan. University President Santa Ono discussed that with Amna Nawaz.
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Writer predicts diverse colleges without affirmative action

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Richard Kahlenberg, an author and non-resident scholar at Georgetown University, served as an expert witness for the plaintiffs in both affirmative action cases heard before the Supreme Court. He spoke with Geoff Bennett and explained his perspective on what he calls the pitfalls of race-based affirmative action.
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Texas power grid struggles with heat wave stresses

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A record heat wave, and its connections to climate change, are highlighting again the growing concerns around America’s electrical grid and whether it can withstand the added stress. In Texas, which operates its own electrical grid, power demand hit an all-time high this week. William Brangham discussed more with Michael Webber, a professor of energy resources at the University of Texas.
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Innovative clinic helps doctors avoid burnout

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The U.S. faces a growing shortage of physicians, especially those in primary care fields like internal medicine, mental health and pediatrics. The shortfall is driven by population and demographic trends and burnout. Fred de Sam Lazaro found a doctor-patient model at a clinic in Wisconsin that may help the problem. It's part of his series, Agents for Change.
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Cosmic discovery leads to greater understanding of universe

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Albert Einstein theorized that as heavy objects move through space and time, they create ripple effects in the fabric of our universe. Now an international team of scientists have detected new evidence of that. Researchers found new signs of gravitational waves that are affected by huge movements such as the collision of black holes. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien breaks it down.
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Sesame Street helping Ukrainian children traumatized by war

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Death, displacement, doubt and fear damage children's psyches and their ability to cope. But trusted friends are now aiding Ukraine's children. The Sesame Workshop, which has produced the iconic children's program for decades, is being used to help children experiencing what none should ever have to withstand. Special correspondent Jane Ferguson reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
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Why billions of snow crabs disappeared from the Bering Sea

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The Bering Sea snow crab season was canceled after billions of crabs disappeared, devastating Alaska’s fishing industry and the livelihoods of those who depend on it. From Alaska Public Media and KMXT in Kodiak, Kirsten Dobroth reports researchers are working to figure out what happened. This story was produced with NOVA with major support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
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American Black women face high rates of maternal mortality

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The sudden death of Olympic sprinter Tori Bowie at age 32 sent shockwaves around the world. The idea that a young, elite athlete could go into labor and die stunned many. But this problem is more common than many realize, and it’s particularly bad for Black women. William Brangham discussed more with Amanda Williams of the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative.
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UN sharply criticizes treatment of inmates at Guantanamo Bay

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A new U.N. investigation found conditions inside the prison at Guantanamo Bay are cruel and inhuman. Roughly 780 detainees have been held at the detention center since it opened in 2002. Today, 30 remain, 16 of which have been cleared for release. Geoff Bennett discussed the report with Fionnuala Ní Aoláin, the first independent U.N. investigator to visit Guantanamo in its history.
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Patient Revolution aims to expose flaws, improve healthcare

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Recent studies report that two-thirds of American physicians report feeling burned out, something only aggravated by the pandemic. One of the consequences is a decline in the quality of care for patients, who find it increasingly difficult to navigate the healthcare system. Fred de Sam Lazaro looks into one effort to improve on both scores.
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Heat dome poses health risks for vulnerable groups

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For much of the country Wednesday, spending time outside came with a cost. A smoky haze darkened skies from Minneapolis to Detroit and beyond. And searing heat, blamed for 13 deaths in Texas, spread to neighboring states. John Yang reports on a day of extreme conditions.
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Mitch Landrieu on Biden's economic message and vision

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President Biden traveled to Chicago Wednesday to promote his economic agenda. He explained his vision for the future and how he believes his policies have delivered so far. It’s one stop on a nationwide tour pushing the president’s message on jobs, manufacturing and infrastructure. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Mitch Landrieu, President Biden's infrastructure coordinator and senior adviser.
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Supreme court rejects independent state legislature theory

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The Supreme Court rejected a legal theory that state legislatures have almost unlimited power to decide the rules for federal elections and draw partisan congressional maps without interference from state courts. Trump allies raised the theory as part of an effort to reverse the 2020 election outcome. Geoff Bennett discussed the ruling with Neal Katyal, who argued the case before the court.
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Book calls for renewed commitment to American citizenship

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For a more optimistic take on the future of our country, a new book released earlier this year provides some answers. "The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens" argues democracy works best when citizens recognize their rights and their duties. Amna Nawaz sat down with its author, Richard Haass, a veteran diplomat and president of the Council on Foreign Relations, to discuss more.
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Women face new sexual harassment with deepfake pornography

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For years, women have faced sexual harassment online and with the rise of artificial intelligence, it’s only getting worse. Deepfakes use AI to create manipulated but realistic images and videos of real people in fake situations and are routinely used against women. A study shows 96 percent of deepfake videos were non-consensual pornography. Laura Barrón-López discussed this with Nina Jankowicz.
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How an aging population poses challenges for U.S.

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New numbers from the Census Bureau show the U.S. population is older than it’s ever been, with the nation’s median age over 38. William Brangham spoke with Philip Bump and Wendy Edelberg about how an older America could pose significant challenges for the economy, workforce and social programs in the years to come.
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Russia drops charges against Wagner mercenary group

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Russia’s security services said Tuesday it would close the criminal case against the mutineers who led a stunning but short-lived revolt over the weekend. In eastern Ukraine, Kyiv's offensive continues but a devastating Russian missile strike struck a shopping center and a restaurant, killing at least two people. Lisa Desjardins reports.
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