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Nayeema Raza's podcast, "Smart Girl Dumb Questions," is all about embracing curiosity and realizing there’s no such thing as a dumb question. https://to.pbs.org/4b0pzeY
A Brief But Spectacular take on embracing curiosity and asking questions
Journalist Nayeema Raza's new podcast, "Smart Girl Dumb Questions," is all about embracing curiosity and realizing there’s no such thing as a dumb question. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take o...
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February 20, 2026 at 4:40 AM
Nayeema Raza's podcast, "Smart Girl Dumb Questions," is all about embracing curiosity and realizing there’s no such thing as a dumb question. https://to.pbs.org/4b0pzeY
Lucinda Williams has been making music for decades. With her new album, she's speaking and singing to this moment. https://to.pbs.org/4kNXyLd
Lucinda Williams channels earlier protest music era on new album
Lucinda Williams has been making music for decades. With her new album, she's speaking and singing to this moment, calling it a battle cry and finding grit and grace in a world on edge. Senior arts co...
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February 20, 2026 at 4:20 AM
Lucinda Williams has been making music for decades. With her new album, she's speaking and singing to this moment. https://to.pbs.org/4kNXyLd
Platforms that let you bet on the outcomes of future events have seen explosive growth recently. We take a look at how prediction markets work and why they’re controversial. https://to.pbs.org/4s47u5F
Why prediction markets are thriving – and facing scrutiny
Platforms that let you bet on the outcomes of future events have seen explosive growth recently. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explains how these prediction markets work and why they’re so popul...
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February 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Platforms that let you bet on the outcomes of future events have seen explosive growth recently. We take a look at how prediction markets work and why they’re controversial. https://to.pbs.org/4s47u5F
Both the House and the Senate are out of town this week, but what they have heard from constituents at home will matter when they return on Monday. https://to.pbs.org/4kHJrqq
GOP Rep. Mackenzie on Trump's economic and immigration policies
Both the House and the Senate are out of town this week, but what they have heard from constituents at home will matter when they return on Monday. One key swing vote belongs to freshman Republican Re...
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February 20, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Both the House and the Senate are out of town this week, but what they have heard from constituents at home will matter when they return on Monday. https://to.pbs.org/4kHJrqq
President Trump is in Georgia and talking about affordability and the economy, a theme he’s expected to spotlight again in next week’s State of the Union address. https://to.pbs.org/4aYvQrE
Trump shifts focus to affordability ahead of State of the Union
President Trump is in Georgia and is talking about affordability and the economy, a theme he’s expected to spotlight again in next week’s State of the Union address. White House correspondent Liz Land...
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February 20, 2026 at 3:20 AM
President Trump is in Georgia and talking about affordability and the economy, a theme he’s expected to spotlight again in next week’s State of the Union address. https://to.pbs.org/4aYvQrE
In South Korea, a court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison after it found him guilty of leading an insurrection. https://to.pbs.org/4rrzPmf
Former South Korean president sentenced to life in prison for imposing martial law
In South Korea, a court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison after it found him guilty of leading an insurrection. While it’s a dark mark for the country, some argue it’s a brigh...
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February 20, 2026 at 3:00 AM
In South Korea, a court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison after it found him guilty of leading an insurrection. https://to.pbs.org/4rrzPmf
President Trump convened the inaugural meeting of his newly formed Board of Peace. He announced billions of dollars in Gaza reconstruction pledges from the U.S. and other nations. https://to.pbs.org/3ZLSBJ6
Trump says U.S. will give $10 billion to Board of Peace promising to rebuild Gaza
President Trump convened the inaugural meeting of his newly formed Board of Peace. The focus was Gaza, where a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is still holding, though tensions remain high....
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February 20, 2026 at 2:40 AM
President Trump convened the inaugural meeting of his newly formed Board of Peace. He announced billions of dollars in Gaza reconstruction pledges from the U.S. and other nations. https://to.pbs.org/3ZLSBJ6
The arrest of a sibling of the reigning monarch has no precedent in modern British history. https://to.pbs.org/3MSN28H
How the UK is reacting to the arrest of former Prince Andrew
The arrest of a sibling of the reigning monarch has no precedent in modern British history. For more on the fallout in the United Kingdom, Amna Nawaz spoke with BBC Studios special correspondent Katty...
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February 20, 2026 at 2:20 AM
The arrest of a sibling of the reigning monarch has no precedent in modern British history. https://to.pbs.org/3MSN28H
Pawtucket police say a group of "courageous citizens" who rushed to intervene in the attack "undoubtedly prevented further injury and increased the chances of survival for the injured."
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When Rhode Island shooter opened fire, bystanders jumped into action to end the carnage
Pawtucket police say the group of “courageous citizens” who rushed to intervene in the attack “undoubtedly prevented further injury and increased the chances of survival for the injured.”
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February 20, 2026 at 2:03 AM
Pawtucket police say a group of "courageous citizens" who rushed to intervene in the attack "undoubtedly prevented further injury and increased the chances of survival for the injured."
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There were shockwaves across the UK after the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office. His arrest is reportedly linked to the latest release of the Epstein files. https://to.pbs.org/4aqGw23
Ex-Prince Andrew arrested in widening fallout related to Jeffrey Epstein ties
There were shockwaves across the UK after the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office. His arrest is reportedly linked to the latest release of the Epstein files. An...
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February 20, 2026 at 2:00 AM
There were shockwaves across the UK after the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office. His arrest is reportedly linked to the latest release of the Epstein files. https://to.pbs.org/4aqGw23
The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new order that could lead to the arrest of tens of thousands of refugees who are lawfully in the United States but do not yet have permanent residency, overturning years of legal and immigration safeguards.
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New DHS order could lead to detention of thousands of legal refugees in the U.S.
The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new order that could lead to the arrest of tens of thousands of refugees who are lawfully in the United States but do not yet have permanent residency, o...
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February 20, 2026 at 1:34 AM
The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new order that could lead to the arrest of tens of thousands of refugees who are lawfully in the United States but do not yet have permanent residency, overturning years of legal and immigration safeguards.
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A Virginia court on Thursday temporarily blocked Democrats from preparing for an April voter referendum to redraw the state's congressional maps, handing the party another setback in its efforts to pick up four more U.S. House seats in the national redistricting battle. https://to.pbs.org/4qHrqdh
Virginia judge temporarily blocks Democrats from work on congressional redistricting bid
A Virginia court on Thursday temporarily blocked Democrats from preparing for an April voter referendum to redraw the state’s congressional maps, handing the party another setback in its efforts to pi...
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February 20, 2026 at 1:14 AM
A Virginia court on Thursday temporarily blocked Democrats from preparing for an April voter referendum to redraw the state's congressional maps, handing the party another setback in its efforts to pick up four more U.S. House seats in the national redistricting battle. https://to.pbs.org/4qHrqdh
Iran held annual military drills with Russia on Thursday as a second American aircraft carrier drew closer to the Middle East, with both the United States and Iran signaling they are prepared for war if talks on Tehran's nuclear program fizzle out. https://to.pbs.org/4tLq9on
Trump warns of 'bad things' if Iran doesn't make a deal, as U.S. carrier approaches region
Iran held annual military drills with Russia on Thursday as a second American aircraft carrier drew closer to the Middle East, with both the United States and Iran signaling they are prepared for war ...
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February 20, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Iran held annual military drills with Russia on Thursday as a second American aircraft carrier drew closer to the Middle East, with both the United States and Iran signaling they are prepared for war if talks on Tehran's nuclear program fizzle out. https://to.pbs.org/4tLq9on
The accusation at the heart of his arrest is that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was known as Prince Andrew until October when his brother stripped him of his titles and honors, shared confidential trade information with late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. https://to.pbs.org/3MFXAb5
5 things to know about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest and release
The brother of King Charles III, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office in connection with his close relationship with the late convicted sex off...
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February 20, 2026 at 12:43 AM
The accusation at the heart of his arrest is that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was known as Prince Andrew until October when his brother stripped him of his titles and honors, shared confidential trade information with late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. https://to.pbs.org/3MFXAb5
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Jeffrey Epstein 's former Zorro Ranch.
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New Mexico reopens probe of alleged illegal activity at Epstein's former Zorro Ranch
New Mexico’s attorney general has reopened an investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Jeffrey Epstein ’s former Zorro Ranch.
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February 20, 2026 at 12:32 AM
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Jeffrey Epstein 's former Zorro Ranch.
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The National Governors Association is pulling out of an annual meeting at the White House after President Donald Trump declined to invite two Democratic governors, undercutting one of Washington's few remaining bipartisan gatherings. https://to.pbs.org/4rBQ54j
Governors group skips White House meeting after Trump refused to invite two Democrats
The National Governors Association is pulling out of an annual meeting at the White House after President Donald Trump declined to invite two Democratic governors, undercutting one of Washington's few...
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February 20, 2026 at 12:16 AM
The National Governors Association is pulling out of an annual meeting at the White House after President Donald Trump declined to invite two Democratic governors, undercutting one of Washington's few remaining bipartisan gatherings. https://to.pbs.org/4rBQ54j
U.S. President Donald Trump's comment that he is discussing potential arms sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping is raising concerns in Taipei as the island democracy relies on U.S. backing in the face of China's territorial claims.
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Why Trump's remark about discussing Taiwan arms sales with China has raised concerns
President Donald Trump's comment that he is discussing potential arms sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping is raising concerns in Taipei as the island democracy relies on U.S. backing in the face of China's territorial claims.
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February 19, 2026 at 11:57 PM
U.S. President Donald Trump's comment that he is discussing potential arms sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping is raising concerns in Taipei as the island democracy relies on U.S. backing in the face of China's territorial claims.
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Alysa Liu broke Team USA's long Olympic medal drought in women's figure skating Thursday when she won gold in the singles competition Thursday in Milan.
February 19, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Alysa Liu broke Team USA's long Olympic medal drought in women's figure skating Thursday when she won gold in the singles competition Thursday in Milan.
The United States women's hockey team won gold Thursday, beating rival Canada 2-1 in overtime.
February 19, 2026 at 10:05 PM
The United States women's hockey team won gold Thursday, beating rival Canada 2-1 in overtime.
A weekslong "snow drought" in Northern California's Sierra Nevada helped set the stage for Tuesday's deadly avalanche, after several feet of new snow fell on an earlier layer that had hardened, making it unstable and easily triggered, experts said. https://to.pbs.org/4kHssVg
How a snow drought helped set the stage for deadly California avalanche
Several feet of new snow did not have time to bond to the earlier layer before the avalanche near Lake Tahoe killed at least eight backcountry skiers, said Craig Clements, a meteorology professor at S...
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February 19, 2026 at 9:27 PM
A weekslong "snow drought" in Northern California's Sierra Nevada helped set the stage for Tuesday's deadly avalanche, after several feet of new snow fell on an earlier layer that had hardened, making it unstable and easily triggered, experts said. https://to.pbs.org/4kHssVg
The Trump administration has taken steps to clamp down on talk shows, which the FCC has suggested may be "motivated by partisan purposes." https://to.pbs.org/3OpzodN
FCC is investigating ABC's 'The View' over 'equal time' rule, chairman says
The Trump administration has taken steps to clamp down on talk shows, which the FCC has suggested may be “motivated by partisan purposes.”
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February 19, 2026 at 8:55 PM
The Trump administration has taken steps to clamp down on talk shows, which the FCC has suggested may be "motivated by partisan purposes." https://to.pbs.org/3OpzodN
Workers on Thursday began restoring an exhibit on the lives of the nine people once enslaved at the former President's House in Philadelphia amid a contentious legal fight between the city and the Trump administration. https://to.pbs.org/3Os84LS
Slavery exhibit returns to Philadelphia's Independence Mall after Trump administration ordered its removal
Workers on Thursday began restoring an exhibit on the lives of the nine people once enslaved at the former President's House in Philadelphia amid a contentious legal fight between the city and the Tru...
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February 19, 2026 at 8:35 PM
Workers on Thursday began restoring an exhibit on the lives of the nine people once enslaved at the former President's House in Philadelphia amid a contentious legal fight between the city and the Trump administration. https://to.pbs.org/3Os84LS
The president is weighing military action against Iran, leading an aggressive immigration crackdown, and teasing a federal takeover of state elections.
But on Thursday, his team insists he will focus on the economy when he visits battleground Georgia. https://to.pbs.org/4aOCf7I
But on Thursday, his team insists he will focus on the economy when he visits battleground Georgia. https://to.pbs.org/4aOCf7I
WATCH LIVE: Trump touts economic agenda at Georgia rally ahead of March special election
On Thursday, President Donald Trump's team insists he will focus on the economy when he visits battleground Georgia in a trip designed to help boost Republicans' political standing heading into the hi...
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February 19, 2026 at 7:59 PM
The president is weighing military action against Iran, leading an aggressive immigration crackdown, and teasing a federal takeover of state elections.
But on Thursday, his team insists he will focus on the economy when he visits battleground Georgia. https://to.pbs.org/4aOCf7I
But on Thursday, his team insists he will focus on the economy when he visits battleground Georgia. https://to.pbs.org/4aOCf7I
The pledged money, while significant, represents a fraction of the estimated $70 billion needed to rebuild the Palestinian territory decimated after two years of war. https://to.pbs.org/3MmWcdz
WATCH: Trump announces pledges for Gaza reconstruction and troop commitments at first Board of Peace meeting
President Donald Trump announced Thursday at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting that nine members of the body have agreed to pledge $7 billion toward a Gaza relief package and that five countries ha...
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February 19, 2026 at 7:27 PM
The pledged money, while significant, represents a fraction of the estimated $70 billion needed to rebuild the Palestinian territory decimated after two years of war. https://to.pbs.org/3MmWcdz
The president used his speech at the Board of Peace meeting to reinforce his support for various foreign leaders who are facing or were recently facing a contested election in their country. https://to.pbs.org/4tL7icY
WATCH: Trump boasts he has 'very good record of endorsing' foreign leaders
In one of many tangents, Trump used his speech at the Board of Peace meeting to reinforce his support for various foreign leaders who are facing or were recently facing a contested election in their c...
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February 19, 2026 at 6:59 PM
The president used his speech at the Board of Peace meeting to reinforce his support for various foreign leaders who are facing or were recently facing a contested election in their country. https://to.pbs.org/4tL7icY