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Why these island nations are digitizing their history

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As hurricanes grow stronger and more common due to climate change, they raise new threats for island nations — not just to infrastructure, but also to artifacts and documents that help define cultures. Now, two island nations in the Atlantic and the Pacific are taking steps to preserve their threatened histories for future generations. Ali Rogin reports.

Big donors signal desire for Biden to leave the 2024 race

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President Biden is facing more calls for him to exit the 2024 race after last week’s disappointing debate performance. Although Biden said in a television interview Friday that he does not plan on dropping out, major Democratic donors and members of Congress privately signaled the same call to PBS News on Saturday. NPR’s Domenico Montanaro and Semafor’s Kadia Goba join Lisa Desjardins to discuss.

What’s next for Iran after electing its new president?

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Reformist Masoud Pezeshkian will ascend to the Iranian presidency in a delicate moment for the Islamic Republic, both on the world stage and within its borders. He faces a government still largely controlled by hard-line clerics, tension with the West over Iran’s nuclear program and domestic frustrations with the regime. Ali Rogin speaks with Suzanne Maloney at the Brookings Institution for more.

Cady Coleman on the joys and challenges of life in space

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Fewer than 300 human beings have visited the International Space Station, and an even smaller number have spent more than 150 days living there. John Yang speaks with Cady Coleman, one of those select few astronauts, about her new book, ‘Sharing Space: An Astronaut's Guide to Mission, Wonder, and Making Change.’

Jobs report shows signs of a cooling labor market

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The U.S. Economy added more jobs than expected last month, the 42nd consecutive month of job growth. But unemployment inched up to 4.1 percent and there were other signs of a cooling labor market. For a deeper look at what this means for the economy, Amna Nawaz spoke with Roben Farzad of Full Disclosure.

The challenges new British PM Keir Starmer faces

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After winning a huge majority in Britain’s general election, Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he’ll start working immediately on rebuilding the country. He promised a big reset to calmer waters after 14 sometimes turbulent years of Conservative government. The Conservatives are looking for a new leader after Rishi Sunak resigned. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from London.

Ballot drop boxes legal again in Wisconsin after ruling

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A Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling could impact the 2024 presidential election. In a 4-3 decision, the liberal majority reversed a near-total ban on the use of ballot drop boxes. Restoring this method, which was used slightly more by Biden voters than Trump voters in the 2020 election, could have major implications. Lisa Desjardins discussed more with Zac Schultz of PBS Wisconsin.

Brooks and Atkins Stohr on Biden's vow to stay in the race

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New York Times columnist David Brooks and Boston Globe columnist Kimberly Atkins Stohr join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including President Biden's vow to stay in the race for the White House and the rise of right-wing populism around the world.

What Boeing's plea deal could mean for the aviation industry

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The U.S. government is waiting to see if Boeing accepts its deal to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with two 737 Max crashes in 2018 and 2019 that killed 346 people. Amna Nawaz spoke with Zipporah Kuria, whose father was killed in the 2019 crash, and discussed what the deal could mean for the aviation industry with Miles O’Brien.

Amount of energy required to power AI fuels climate concerns

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Google announced this week it is well behind on a pledge to all but eliminate its net carbon emissions by 2030. The company’s greenhouse gas outflow has increased in recent years mainly due to artificial intelligence and the energy required to power it. The AI arms race has experts worried about its climate consequences for energy and water. Economics correspondent Paul Solman reports.

Advocates in Missouri work to put abortion on the ballot

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In Missouri, abortion was banned almost immediately after Roe v. Wade was overturned. Two years later, there's an effort to enshrine abortion access in the state's constitution by putting it on the ballot this election cycle. This comes as clinics across state lines say the number of people traveling from banned states to seek care has skyrocketed. Communities correspondent Gabrielle Hays reports.

Pandemic aid helped students, but research shows gaps remain

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It's well known there were some big gaps in student learning tied to school shutdowns during the pandemic and difficult transitions with hybrid classes. But how much did federal aid help students recover from those academic losses? We now have some answers from new research. Jeffrey Brown reports.

Reviewing the consequential Supreme Court term

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The justices of the Supreme Court considered more than 60 cases this term before rendering their final decisions this week. Their rulings on abortion access, presidential immunity and the limits of executive branch agencies could have long-lasting impacts. They also showcased sharp divides among the justices. Amna Nawaz sat down with two Supreme Court watchers to reflect on this historic term.

Exit polls show Labour landslide in U.K. election

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Exit polls in the United Kingdom show a Labour landslide with the center-left party winning a massive majority in Parliament in the first general election in nearly five years. The Conservatives' loss marks the end of 14 years in power. Labour leader Keir Starmer will be Britain's next prime minister. News Hour special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from London.

How Democratic lawmakers feel about Biden staying in race

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It’s been one week since President Biden’s poor performance in the first debate of the 2024 campaign caused a political shockwave. The president says he’s staying in the race. But even on this Fourth of July holiday, concerns continue to grow inside the Democratic Party about whether Biden is the best person to sit atop the ticket in November. Lisa Desjardins spoke with lawmakers and voters.

Flossie Lewis's Brief But Spectacular take on her birthday

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Many will remember Flossie Lewis, who was among our earliest profiles on Brief But Spectacular. She spoke to us in 2016 about growing old and living well, earning millions of clicks and shares online. She joined Brief But Spectacular series creator Steve Goldbloom to celebrate a very special occasion, her 100th birthday.

Ukraine's railroad workers create lifeline during war

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When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Ukrainians desperately tried to board trains to leave the country. Since then, the Ukrainian railroad has played a crucial role in evacuating people from frontline cities, transporting world leaders and moving cargo and Ukrainian troops. Special correspondent Volodymyr Solohub and videographer Pavel Sookhodolskiy reports.

Why Gary's lawsuit against gun industry may soon be over

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Thirty years ago, Gary, Indiana, was declared the murder capital of the U.S. Following the example of other cities, Gary sued gun makers and sellers for their part in fueling the city’s violence. Gary’s case is now the last one still active as this industrial city works to get a handle on gun violence. Jeffrey Brown reports.

Proposed rules would protect workers from extreme heat

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More than 90 million Americans are under heat advisories this week. Many may not realize it but heat is the leading cause of weather-related death in the U.S. The triple-digit temperatures in the days ahead come as President Biden unveils long-awaited regulations designed to protect workers from excessive heat. Stephanie Sy discussed more with Hayley Smith of The Los Angeles Times.

Tories brace for defeat with Labour set for election victory

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Britain goes to the polls Thursday for an election in which the center-left opposition Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, is expected to claim victory. The Conservatives, who’ve governed since 2010, fear a landslide victory for Labour could force them out of power for a generation. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from Britain’s south coast.

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