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Secret Lake Buried Miles Under Antarctic Ice Could Hold Clues to Life

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:00:00 EST

After nearly 20 years of drilling, Russian scientists have reached a crystal clear underground lake -- two miles beneath the solid ice of the continent of Antarctica. The breakthrough could unearth creatures that have survived 20 million years without seeing daylight and give clues about life elsewhere in the solar system.

Through a Lens: Juvenile Detention

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST

For the past five years, photographer and college professor Richard Ross has documented juvenile detention facilities throughout the nation.

Romney Scores Nevada Win

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:00:00 EST

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney picks up more momentum in his bid for the GOP nomination, winning his second consecutive contest.

After U.N. Veto, U.S. Closes Embassy in Syria

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:00:00 EST

Uprisings against Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad have turned increasingly bloody in recent weeks, with the military cracking down on protesters just outside the Syrian capital, Damascus.

Facebook Moves to Sell Stock and Go Public

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:00:00 EST

Facebook, the place where 800 million people share photos, dating status, likes and dislikes, has taken the first steps towards becoming a public company, which means that soon anyone with enough cash can own a share of Facebook itself.

Redistricting: Drawing the Lines

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EST

In this video, the.News correspondent Antonio Neves reports on how new redistricting issues around the country can affect the outcome of state elections and federal policy. Neves talks to reporters from ProPublica and The Washington Post as the United States Supreme Court rules in a case that may have far-reaching effect

Romney Claims Victory in Florida

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:00:00 EST

After a loss in South Carolina, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney secured a big win in Florida's Republican primary.

Professor Brings Statistics to Life

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST

Learning about statistics, the science that deals with the collection and interpretation of facts and data, might not be very exciting for most people. But what if that lesson included Lego building blocks and a man who swallowed swords?

Gang Member-Turned-Ph.D. Mentors Youth

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

Victor Rios is able to work with youth on the fringes who struggle to stay in school because he used to be one of them. He was a gang member, a juvenile delinquent, and a high school dropout.

Student Says Journalism Has Changed Him

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:00:00 EST

"It makes me want to come to school every day, and it has given me something that I'm really good at."

Airman, Actors Seek to Inspire with 'Red Tails'

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:00:00 EST

NewsHour Extra Director, Imani M. Cheers interviewed original Tuskegee Airman, Dr. Roscoe Brown, "Red Tails" director Anthony Hemingway and actors David Oyelowo and Cuba Gooding Jr. to discuss the making of this newly released film and how it relates to some of the contemporary issues young people face today.

The Internet of Things

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

The.News correspondent Antonio Neves reports on the 13 billion devices connected to the Internet - the "Internet of Things." He talks to a Columbia University Professor and a director at IBM on how this interacting technology affects us and whether there are dangers involved.

The Tuskegee Airmen: A Journalist's Perspective

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

Students will use information from a variety of Web sites to learn about the first African American fighter pilot squadron�the Tuskegee Airmen.

Campaign 2012: The Role of Technology and the Internet

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:00:00 EST

This lesson will focus on the use of technology in the political and campaign process and examine how this new medium might impact the outcome of the 2012 presidential election.

Analyzing the Candidates in the 2012 Presidential Election

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST

This lesson examines the political process, the candidates and their platforms, and the ultimate outcome of the 2012 election.

Food Insecurity & Poverty In America

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:00:00 EST

Students will demonstrate an understanding of how food, and resources related to food, are distributed and consider the impact that rising food prices have on Americans who lack food security.

The Causes and Effects of Malnutrition and Famine

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

History is filled with examples of devastating food shortages caused by a nature and by man. Students will explore the causes and effects of malnutrition and famine on the human body and on human populations.

The World at 7 Billion

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:00:00 EST

Scientists estimate that on Halloween 2011 the global population reached 7 billion. In this lesson we'll explore how many people the Earth is adding and losing each minute, and use this to determine the [exponential] growth rate.

Faster Than the Speed of Light?

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:00:00 EST

Students will discuss a new discovery within the scientific community, including why and how new events are shared.

Primaries and Caucuses: the 2012 Election

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:00:00 EST

This lesson may be used to introduce students to the system of primaries and caucuses by which candidates for U.S. president are nominated by their parties.

Tracking the Health Effects of Natural Disasters

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:00:00 EST

Students will examine the impact of natural disasters, such as flooding, on public health.

Social Media and Non-violent Protest

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:00:00 EST

In this lesson, students will examine the impact of social media on the 2011 revolution in Egypt.

'Occupy' Protesters Build Igloos at World Economic Meeting

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 17:00:00 EST

As world leaders debate the fate of the European and world economies at two major meetings, protesters linked to Occupy Wall Street camped out in igloos in Switzerland.

Super PACs Heat Up 2012 Elections

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 17:00:00 EST

The airwaves in the first few Republican primary states have been dominated by advertisements for and against candidates, but many are funded by Super PACs, not the candidates.

Social Media and Advertising in the 2012 Elections

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:55:00 EST

This lesson helps students think about how social media tools and advertising are shaping the 2012 presidential election.