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                <description><![CDATA[Don't have time for a full news hour? Listen to the PBS News Hour, segment by segment. Our full coverage of politics, science, arts, health, national and international news is included in this feed in easy-to-digest 5 to 10 minute segments. Segments are published each night by 9 p.m. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full show, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
        <itunes:summary>Select the specific PBS NewsHour updates, in-depth reports, interviews and analysis that match your interests. (Updated daily)</itunes:summary>
        <itunes:subtitle>Select the specific PBS NewsHour updates, in-depth reports, interviews and analysis that match your interests. (Updated daily)</itunes:subtitle>
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                        <title><![CDATA[What the U.S. and Iran are demanding in the latest peace proposal]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The U.S. and Iran both say they are inching closer to a deal to end the war that started nearly four months ago. But as with previous announcements, there are few details on the timing and execution of any agreement. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:55:38 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-the-u-s-and-iran-are-demanding-in-the-latest-peace-proposal</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The U.S. and Iran both say they are inching closer to a deal to end the war that started nearly four months ago. But as with previous announcements, there are few details on the timing and execution of any agreement. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The U.S. and Iran both say they are inching closer to a deal to end the war that started nearly four months ago. But as with previous announcements, there are few details on the timing and execution of any agreement. White House correspondent Liz Lan...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:58</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA['Close doesn't count': Mideast experts assess potential U.S.-Iran agreement]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[To discuss the motivations and potential outcomes of this latest attempt to end the war in Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Alan Eyre and Miad Maleki. Eyre was part of the Obama administration's negotiating team for the Iran nuclear deal and is now at the Middle East Institute. Maleki was born and raised in Iran and is now at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/close-doesnt-count-mideast-experts-assess-potential-u-s-iran-agreement</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[To discuss the motivations and potential outcomes of this latest attempt to end the war in Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Alan Eyre and Miad Maleki. Eyre was part of the Obama administration's negotiating team for the Iran nuclear deal and is now at the Middle East Institute. Maleki was born and raised in Iran and is now at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[To discuss the motivations and potential outcomes of this latest attempt to end the war in Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Alan Eyre and Miad Maleki. Eyre was part of the Obama administration's negotiating team for the Iran nuclear deal and is now at the...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:07</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Judge says Kennedy Center must remove Trump's name by Friday deadline]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Friday, a federal judge says the Kennedy Center must continue its court-ordered removal of President Trump's name from the institution, a judge extended a block on the Justice Department's proposed $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund and the DOJ signed off on Paramount's $110 billion bid for Warner Bros.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:45:19 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-judge-says-kennedy-center-must-remove-trumps-name-by-friday-deadline</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Friday, a federal judge says the Kennedy Center must continue its court-ordered removal of President Trump's name from the institution, a judge extended a block on the Justice Department's proposed $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund and the DOJ signed off on Paramount's $110 billion bid for Warner Bros.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Friday, a federal judge says the Kennedy Center must continue its court-ordered removal of President Trump's name from the institution, a judge extended a block on the Justice Department's proposed $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' f...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>8:13</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Remembering revolutionary painter David Hockney and his artistic legacy]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[British artist and painter David Hockney, one of the most celebrated art icons of the 20th and 21st centuries, died at the age of 88. Jeffrey Brown has a look at his life and legacy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:42:25 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/remembering-revolutionary-painter-david-hockney-and-his-artistic-legacy</guid>
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            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[British artist and painter David Hockney, one of the most celebrated art icons of the 20th and 21st centuries, died at the age of 88. Jeffrey Brown has a look at his life and legacy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[British artist and painter David Hockney, one of the most celebrated art icons of the 20th and 21st centuries, died at the age of 88. Jeffrey Brown has a look at his life and legacy.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:16</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[White House UFC event spotlights Trump's decades-long partnership with Dana White]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[On Sunday, an Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House lawn will mark both President Trump's 80th birthday and Flag Day. White House correspondent Liz Landers explains how this moment for Trump and the UFC was decades in the making. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:40:52 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/white-house-ufc-event-spotlights-trumps-decades-long-partnership-with-dana-white</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On Sunday, an Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House lawn will mark both President Trump's 80th birthday and Flag Day. White House correspondent Liz Landers explains how this moment for Trump and the UFC was decades in the making. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On Sunday, an Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House lawn will mark both President Trump's 80th birthday and Flag Day. White House correspondent Liz Landers explains how this moment for Trump and the UFC was decades in the making.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:23</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[How Gaza's students are still learning despite shattered schools and displacement]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[For nearly three years, children in Gaza have grown up surrounded by war, displacement and loss. Thousands of children have been killed in Israeli strikes that followed the Hamas assault on Oct. 7. Still, the children of Gaza yearn for the chance to keep learning in classes held in tents, damaged buildings and overcrowded shelters. Ali Rogin reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:35:54 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-gazas-students-are-still-learning-despite-shattered-schools-and-displacement</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For nearly three years, children in Gaza have grown up surrounded by war, displacement and loss. Thousands of children have been killed in Israeli strikes that followed the Hamas assault on Oct. 7. Still, the children of Gaza yearn for the chance to keep learning in classes held in tents, damaged buildings and overcrowded shelters. Ali Rogin reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[For nearly three years, children in Gaza have grown up surrounded by war, displacement and loss. Thousands of children have been killed in Israeli strikes that followed the Hamas assault on Oct. 7. Still, the children of Gaza yearn for the chance to ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:20</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Brooks and Capehart on the tradeoffs of a possible U.S.-Iran deal]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including another political fight in Congress,  a mixed martial arts fight at the White House and a potential deal to end fighting with Iran. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:47 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/brooks-and-capehart-on-the-tradeoffs-of-a-possible-u-s-iran-deal</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including another political fight in Congress,  a mixed martial arts fight at the White House and a potential deal to end fighting with Iran. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including another political fight in Congress,  a mixed martial arts fight at the White House and a potential deal to end fighting with Iran.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:43</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Bruce Springsteen on 'critical patriotism' and the power of protest music]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University features exhibits dedicated to one of New Jersey's most famous sons while also exploring the broader story of American music. Geoff Bennett met with "The Boss" to discuss the center, his musical legacy, and how the outspoken artist is approaching this moment in civic life. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:25:35 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/bruce-springsteen-on-critical-patriotism-and-the-power-of-protest-music</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University features exhibits dedicated to one of New Jersey's most famous sons while also exploring the broader story of American music. Geoff Bennett met with "The Boss" to discuss the center, his musical legacy, and how the outspoken artist is approaching this moment in civic life. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University features exhibits dedicated to one of New Jersey's most famous sons while also exploring the broader story of American music. Geoff Bennett met with "The Boss" to discuss the cent...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:53</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Trump calls off threatened strikes, says deal with Iran is close]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[President Trump said he called off a third night of airstrikes on Iranian targets. In the Oval Office, he again said that a deal was close between the U.S. and Iran, and that it might be signed this weekend. Iran denied any movement toward a longer-term agreement. William Brangham reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:55:24 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-calls-off-threatened-strikes-says-deal-with-iran-is-close</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[President Trump said he called off a third night of airstrikes on Iranian targets. In the Oval Office, he again said that a deal was close between the U.S. and Iran, and that it might be signed this weekend. Iran denied any movement toward a longer-term agreement. William Brangham reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[President Trump said he called off a third night of airstrikes on Iranian targets. In the Oval Office, he again said that a deal was close between the U.S. and Iran, and that it might be signed this weekend. Iran denied any movement toward a longer-t...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:21</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Middle East experts assess prospects for U.S.-Iran deal]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[To discuss the latest developments in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Joel Rayburn and Suzanne Maloney. Rayburn is a retired Army colonel and is now at the Hudson Institute. Maloney served in the State Department during the George W. Bush administration and is now at the Brookings Institution.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:50:26 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/middle-east-experts-assess-prospects-for-u-s-iran-deal</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[To discuss the latest developments in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Joel Rayburn and Suzanne Maloney. Rayburn is a retired Army colonel and is now at the Hudson Institute. Maloney served in the State Department during the George W. Bush administration and is now at the Brookings Institution.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[To discuss the latest developments in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Joel Rayburn and Suzanne Maloney. Rayburn is a retired Army colonel and is now at the Hudson Institute. Maloney served in the State Department during ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Apparent anti-Trump message etched into National Mall]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Thursday, the Interior Department is investigating what appears to be an anti-Trump message etched into the grass of the National Mall in Washington, severe storms in the Midwest are disrupting travel and the gunman who killed Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband pleaded guilty in federal court.   PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:45:42 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-apparent-anti-trump-message-etched-into-national-mall</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Thursday, the Interior Department is investigating what appears to be an anti-Trump message etched into the grass of the National Mall in Washington, severe storms in the Midwest are disrupting travel and the gunman who killed Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband pleaded guilty in federal court.   PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Thursday, the Interior Department is investigating what appears to be an anti-Trump message etched into the grass of the National Mall in Washington, severe storms in the Midwest are disrupting travel and the gunman who killed Minnes...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:19</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Surveillance program set to expire as Congress rejects FISA extension]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[President Trump announced his plans to nominate Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence. The choice comes as lawmakers refused to extend a key surveillance tool over stalled privacy concerns and questions about the qualifications of the interim intelligence chief. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:40:23 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/surveillance-program-set-to-expire-as-congress-rejects-fisa-extension</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[President Trump announced his plans to nominate Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence. The choice comes as lawmakers refused to extend a key surveillance tool over stalled privacy concerns and questions about the qualifications of the interim intelligence chief. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[President Trump announced his plans to nominate Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence. The choice comes as lawmakers refused to extend a key surveillance tool over stalled privacy concerns and questions about the qualifications of the inte...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:42</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[A look at the Albanian island where a Kushner-Trump resort plan has sparked protests]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Albania's Sazan Island is a jewel in the Adriatic Sea. The former Cold War-era base is now in a luscious nature preserve and an inviting prospect for real estate developers. Chief among them is Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Their plans are running headlong into Albanians who want to keep what's theirs. Special correspondent Simon Ostrovsky and producer Katia Patin report.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:35:58 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/a-look-at-the-albanian-island-where-a-kushner-trump-resort-plan-has-sparked-protests</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Albania's Sazan Island is a jewel in the Adriatic Sea. The former Cold War-era base is now in a luscious nature preserve and an inviting prospect for real estate developers. Chief among them is Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Their plans are running headlong into Albanians who want to keep what's theirs. Special correspondent Simon Ostrovsky and producer Katia Patin report.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Albania's Sazan Island is a jewel in the Adriatic Sea. The former Cold War-era base is now in a luscious nature preserve and an inviting prospect for real estate developers. Chief among them is Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Their plans are running ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:26</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Why SpaceX is rocketing toward largest IPO in stock market history]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[ SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk, will be going public and is expected to become the largest IPO in stock market history. Musk and the company are looking to raise roughly $75 billion. That would raise the company's value to about $1.7 trillion, automatically making it the world's most valuable publicly traded company. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ron Insana. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:39 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/why-spacex-is-rocketing-toward-largest-ipo-in-stock-market-history</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk, will be going public and is expected to become the largest IPO in stock market history. Musk and the company are looking to raise roughly $75 billion. That would raise the company's value to about $1.7 trillion, automatically making it the world's most valuable publicly traded company. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ron Insana. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[ SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk, will be going public and is expected to become the largest IPO in stock market history. Musk and the company are looking to raise roughly $75 billion. That would raise the company's value to about $1....]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:14</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA['The Department of Revenge' explores Trump's use of DOJ to settle political scores]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Devlin Barrett has covered federal law enforcement for more than two decades. His new book pulls back the curtain on President Trump's Justice Department and the way he has used it as a tool to settle political scores. Amna Nawaz sat down with Barrett to discuss "The Department of Revenge: How Trump Took Control of American Justice." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:25:24 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/the-department-of-revenge-explores-trumps-use-of-doj-to-settle-political-scores</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Devlin Barrett has covered federal law enforcement for more than two decades. His new book pulls back the curtain on President Trump's Justice Department and the way he has used it as a tool to settle political scores. Amna Nawaz sat down with Barrett to discuss "The Department of Revenge: How Trump Took Control of American Justice." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Devlin Barrett has covered federal law enforcement for more than two decades. His new book pulls back the curtain on President Trump's Justice Department and the way he has used it as a tool to settle political scores. Amna Nawaz sat down with Barret...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>8:07</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[World Cup players challenged by dangerously hot weather]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The World Cup kicked off on Thursday as South Africa squared off against Mexico, one of this year's host countries. Several American cities hosting these opening matches will be sweltering this weekend, making stadiums feel more like a sauna than a playing field. Climate Central's Ben Tracy shows us how extreme heat is changing the game in our warming world. It's for our series, Tipping Point. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:20:45 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/world-cup-players-challenged-by-dangerously-hot-weather</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The World Cup kicked off on Thursday as South Africa squared off against Mexico, one of this year's host countries. Several American cities hosting these opening matches will be sweltering this weekend, making stadiums feel more like a sauna than a playing field. Climate Central's Ben Tracy shows us how extreme heat is changing the game in our warming world. It's for our series, Tipping Point. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The World Cup kicked off on Thursday as South Africa squared off against Mexico, one of this year's host countries. Several American cities hosting these opening matches will be sweltering this weekend, making stadiums feel more like a sauna than a p...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:23</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[U.S. launches new strikes in Iran after missiles target American bases]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The U.S. is again striking targets in Iran after missile launches targeting U.S. bases in the region. President Trump revealed the U.S. has been helping stranded vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, asserting American control over the vital waterway. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:55:23 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/u-s-launches-new-strikes-in-iran-after-missiles-target-american-bases</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The U.S. is again striking targets in Iran after missile launches targeting U.S. bases in the region. President Trump revealed the U.S. has been helping stranded vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, asserting American control over the vital waterway. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The U.S. is again striking targets in Iran after missile launches targeting U.S. bases in the region. President Trump revealed the U.S. has been helping stranded vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, asserting American control over the vital waterway...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:52</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[As Iran war drags on, spiking energy prices send inflation to 3-year high]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Spiking energy prices sent inflation to a three-year high in May, up 4.2% annually. The Labor Department said the cost of energy was responsible for over 60% of the increase. Core inflation, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, was up a more modest 2.9%. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Roben Farzad of Full Disclosure.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:50:05 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/as-iran-war-drags-on-spiking-energy-prices-send-inflation-to-3-year-high</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Spiking energy prices sent inflation to a three-year high in May, up 4.2% annually. The Labor Department said the cost of energy was responsible for over 60% of the increase. Core inflation, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, was up a more modest 2.9%. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Roben Farzad of Full Disclosure.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Spiking energy prices sent inflation to a three-year high in May, up 4.2% annually. The Labor Department said the cost of energy was responsible for over 60% of the increase. Core inflation, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, was up a ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:42</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Bill Gates says he made 'grave error' by meeting with Epstein]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[ In our news wrap Wednesday, Bill Gates told a congressional panel he made a "grave error in judgment" by meeting with Jeffrey Epstein, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned the government of Cuba not to seek out weapons that could strike the U.S. or its military bases and tensions remain high in Northern Ireland following anti-immigrant violence brought on by a stabbing attack.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:45:39 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-bill-gates-says-he-made-grave-error-by-meeting-with-epstein</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ In our news wrap Wednesday, Bill Gates told a congressional panel he made a "grave error in judgment" by meeting with Jeffrey Epstein, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned the government of Cuba not to seek out weapons that could strike the U.S. or its military bases and tensions remain high in Northern Ireland following anti-immigrant violence brought on by a stabbing attack.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[ In our news wrap Wednesday, Bill Gates told a congressional panel he made a "grave error in judgment" by meeting with Jeffrey Epstein, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned the government of Cuba not to seek out weapons that could strike the U.S. or...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:55</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Pulte unqualified for DNI role, but FISA must be extended, Rep. McCaul says]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Friday is the deadline for Congress to reauthorize a key tool for collecting foreign intelligence. Critics on the left and the right argue that the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is prone to abuse. Others say they won't back it until President Trump pulls his pick to oversee the intelligence community. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Republican Rep. Mike McCaul of Texas. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:40:18 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/pulte-unqualified-for-dni-role-but-fisa-must-be-extended-rep-mccaul-says</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Friday is the deadline for Congress to reauthorize a key tool for collecting foreign intelligence. Critics on the left and the right argue that the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is prone to abuse. Others say they won't back it until President Trump pulls his pick to oversee the intelligence community. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Republican Rep. Mike McCaul of Texas. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Friday is the deadline for Congress to reauthorize a key tool for collecting foreign intelligence. Critics on the left and the right argue that the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is prone to abuse. Others say they won't back it until President...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:37</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Survey reveals political and cultural factions shaping the midterms]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[A new report from the Pew Research Center says American politics are not as simple as red versus blue. Pew surveyed more than 10,000 people and split the public into nine distinct groups along political and cultural values. Despite a polarized political environment, the report finds a minority of Americans are truly all-in for either party. Amna Nawaz discussed the findings with Jocelyn Kiley. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:35:53 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/survey-reveals-political-and-cultural-factions-shaping-the-midterms</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[A new report from the Pew Research Center says American politics are not as simple as red versus blue. Pew surveyed more than 10,000 people and split the public into nine distinct groups along political and cultural values. Despite a polarized political environment, the report finds a minority of Americans are truly all-in for either party. Amna Nawaz discussed the findings with Jocelyn Kiley. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[A new report from the Pew Research Center says American politics are not as simple as red versus blue. Pew surveyed more than 10,000 people and split the public into nine distinct groups along political and cultural values. Despite a polarized politi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:49</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries and what they mean for November]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Voters in four states went to the polls on Tuesday to choose their parties' candidates. The biggest event was in Maine, where Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner had made scandalous headlines in the past weeks. But in South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota, results for governor and congressional races are also coming in. Lisa Desjardins reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:35:14 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/takeaways-from-tuesdays-primaries-and-what-they-mean-for-november</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Voters in four states went to the polls on Tuesday to choose their parties' candidates. The biggest event was in Maine, where Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner had made scandalous headlines in the past weeks. But in South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota, results for governor and congressional races are also coming in. Lisa Desjardins reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Voters in four states went to the polls on Tuesday to choose their parties' candidates. The biggest event was in Maine, where Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner had made scandalous headlines in the past weeks. But in South Carolina, Nevada, a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:29</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[How the loss of USAID has weakened the fight against Ebola]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is escalating quickly. There are growing warnings that, without a stronger response, this Ebola outbreak could become one of the deadliest. William Brangham takes a closer look with Jeremy Konyndyk, the president of Refugees International. In 2014, he ran USAID's foreign disaster assistance when Ebola broke out in Africa.   PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:25:14 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-the-loss-of-usaid-has-weakened-the-fight-against-ebola</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is escalating quickly. There are growing warnings that, without a stronger response, this Ebola outbreak could become one of the deadliest. William Brangham takes a closer look with Jeremy Konyndyk, the president of Refugees International. In 2014, he ran USAID's foreign disaster assistance when Ebola broke out in Africa.   PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is escalating quickly. There are growing warnings that, without a stronger response, this Ebola outbreak could become one of the deadliest. William Brangham takes a closer look wit...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:03</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[America's 250th anniversary revives questions about religion and the founders]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[As the nation nears its 250th anniversary next month, Judy Woodruff reports on how old questions about faith and the founding are once again being pushed to the forefront. It's part of her series, America at a Crossroads.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:20:06 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/americas-250th-anniversary-revives-questions-about-religion-and-the-founders</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As the nation nears its 250th anniversary next month, Judy Woodruff reports on how old questions about faith and the founding are once again being pushed to the forefront. It's part of her series, America at a Crossroads.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[As the nation nears its 250th anniversary next month, Judy Woodruff reports on how old questions about faith and the founding are once again being pushed to the forefront. It's part of her series, America at a Crossroads. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:53</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[U.S. retaliates against Iran after American helicopter downed near Strait of Hormuz]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The U.S. military started what it called "self-defense strikes" against Iran for the downing of an Army helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the two crew members were both "safe and uninjured" after the Apache helicopter went down while on patrol off the coast of Oman. Geoff Bennett discussed the latest with Dan Lamothe of The Washington Post. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:55:01 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/u-s-retaliates-against-iran-after-american-helicopter-downed-near-strait-of-hormuz</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The U.S. military started what it called "self-defense strikes" against Iran for the downing of an Army helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the two crew members were both "safe and uninjured" after the Apache helicopter went down while on patrol off the coast of Oman. Geoff Bennett discussed the latest with Dan Lamothe of The Washington Post. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The U.S. military started what it called "self-defense strikes" against Iran for the downing of an Army helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the two crew members were both "safe and uninjured" after the Apache helicopter went do...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:52</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Israel's bombing campaign against Hezbollah continues inside Lebanon]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Tuesday, Israel's bombing campaign against Hezbollah continued inside Lebanon, complicating prospects of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, protests over a proposed Ebola quarantine center for Americans in Kenya led to violent protests and Iran's soccer federation says FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans to attend the team's three World Cup matches in the U.S. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:53:44 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-israels-bombing-campaign-against-hezbollah-continues-inside-lebanon</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Tuesday, Israel's bombing campaign against Hezbollah continued inside Lebanon, complicating prospects of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, protests over a proposed Ebola quarantine center for Americans in Kenya led to violent protests and Iran's soccer federation says FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans to attend the team's three World Cup matches in the U.S. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Tuesday, Israel's bombing campaign against Hezbollah continued inside Lebanon, complicating prospects of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, protests over a proposed Ebola quarantine center for Americans in Kenya led to violent p...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:17</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[How Maine Democrats view Platner's scandals and chances to oust Sen. Collins]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Republicans and Democrats in Nevada, North Dakota and South Carolina select their nominees on Tuesday, but much of the nation's political focus will be on Maine. Democrat Graham Platner is expected to emerge from the primary to take on five-term incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins. But Platner has faced one scandal after another during the campaign. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Alex Seitz-Wald. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:50:23 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-maine-democrats-view-platners-scandals-and-chances-to-oust-sen-collins</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Republicans and Democrats in Nevada, North Dakota and South Carolina select their nominees on Tuesday, but much of the nation's political focus will be on Maine. Democrat Graham Platner is expected to emerge from the primary to take on five-term incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins. But Platner has faced one scandal after another during the campaign. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Alex Seitz-Wald. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Republicans and Democrats in Nevada, North Dakota and South Carolina select their nominees on Tuesday, but much of the nation's political focus will be on Maine. Democrat Graham Platner is expected to emerge from the primary to take on five-term incu...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:26</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Bill Pulte 'deeply unqualified' to lead U.S. intelligence efforts, Jeffries says]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, the House passed a bill that will fund immigration and border enforcement agencies. The package passed in the Senate last week and heads to the president's desk. Attention now turns to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and Democrats are united in their opposition to it. Geoff Bennett spoke with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries about that vote and the Democratic agenda. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:45:26 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/bill-pulte-deeply-unqualified-to-lead-u-s-intelligence-efforts-jeffries-says</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On Tuesday, the House passed a bill that will fund immigration and border enforcement agencies. The package passed in the Senate last week and heads to the president's desk. Attention now turns to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and Democrats are united in their opposition to it. Geoff Bennett spoke with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries about that vote and the Democratic agenda. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On Tuesday, the House passed a bill that will fund immigration and border enforcement agencies. The package passed in the Senate last week and heads to the president's desk. Attention now turns to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and Democra...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:50</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Sudan crisis worsens as civil war enters 4th year and Hormuz closure disrupts aid]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[It's the world's largest humanitarian crisis, yet aid groups say it has received far too little attention. As Sudan's civil war enters its fourth year, nearly two out of every five people face emergency-level hunger and humanitarian officials warn the crisis has been compounded by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Nick Schifrin reports. A warning, some images in this story are disturbing. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:40:18 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/sudan-crisis-worsens-as-civil-war-enters-4th-year-and-hormuz-closure-disrupts-aid</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[It's the world's largest humanitarian crisis, yet aid groups say it has received far too little attention. As Sudan's civil war enters its fourth year, nearly two out of every five people face emergency-level hunger and humanitarian officials warn the crisis has been compounded by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Nick Schifrin reports. A warning, some images in this story are disturbing. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[It's the world's largest humanitarian crisis, yet aid groups say it has received far too little attention. As Sudan's civil war enters its fourth year, nearly two out of every five people face emergency-level hunger and humanitarian officials warn th...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:23</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Roger Bennett on what to expect at the World Cup]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The countdown is on to the start of the World Cup. The tournament is the biggest in the event's history, with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico. But organizers have faced criticism over ticket prices and geopolitical tensions have complicated travel for some teams and their supporters. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Roger Bennett of Men in Blazers. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:35:58 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/roger-bennett-on-what-to-expect-at-the-world-cup</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The countdown is on to the start of the World Cup. The tournament is the biggest in the event's history, with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico. But organizers have faced criticism over ticket prices and geopolitical tensions have complicated travel for some teams and their supporters. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Roger Bennett of Men in Blazers. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The countdown is on to the start of the World Cup. The tournament is the biggest in the event's history, with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico. But organizers have faced criticism over ticket prices and geopolitical tens...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>8:15</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Texas Tech ruling ignites debate on sports betting and gambling addiction]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[A judge's ruling in Texas is sending shockwaves through college sports. Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who wagered $90,000 on sports games, was banned from the sport. But he and the school appealed, arguing he has a gambling addiction and anxiety issues. The judge agreed, and Sorsby will most likely play this year. William Brangham discussed more with Danny Funt. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:35 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/texas-tech-ruling-ignites-debate-on-sports-betting-and-gambling-addiction</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[A judge's ruling in Texas is sending shockwaves through college sports. Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who wagered $90,000 on sports games, was banned from the sport. But he and the school appealed, arguing he has a gambling addiction and anxiety issues. The judge agreed, and Sorsby will most likely play this year. William Brangham discussed more with Danny Funt. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[A judge's ruling in Texas is sending shockwaves through college sports. Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who wagered $90,000 on sports games, was banned from the sport. But he and the school appealed, arguing he has a gambling addiction and anx...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:50</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA['Grandfamilies' spotlights grandparents stepping in to raise children]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[More than 2.5 million children across the U.S. live in households where grandparents have taken on the role of primary caregiver. But many grandparents face challenges navigating custody issues and accessing the resources and support they need. Geoff Bennett discussed these families with Donna Butts, author of "Grandfamilies: Stories of Children and the Loving Relatives Who Raise Them." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:25:17 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/grandfamilies-spotlights-grandparents-stepping-in-to-raise-children</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[More than 2.5 million children across the U.S. live in households where grandparents have taken on the role of primary caregiver. But many grandparents face challenges navigating custody issues and accessing the resources and support they need. Geoff Bennett discussed these families with Donna Butts, author of "Grandfamilies: Stories of Children and the Loving Relatives Who Raise Them." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[More than 2.5 million children across the U.S. live in households where grandparents have taken on the role of primary caregiver. But many grandparents face challenges navigating custody issues and accessing the resources and support they need. Geoff...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>8:07</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[A Brief But Spectacular take on changing the lineup]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[ Playing sports teaches more than just the game, it helps kids build confidence and navigate challenges both on and off the field. Mason Thomas brings that philosophy to Harlem Lacrosse in Compton, California, where he mentors students on and off the field. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on changing the lineup in lacrosse. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:20:52 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/a-brief-but-spectacular-take-on-changing-the-lineup</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ Playing sports teaches more than just the game, it helps kids build confidence and navigate challenges both on and off the field. Mason Thomas brings that philosophy to Harlem Lacrosse in Compton, California, where he mentors students on and off the field. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on changing the lineup in lacrosse. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[ Playing sports teaches more than just the game, it helps kids build confidence and navigate challenges both on and off the field. Mason Thomas brings that philosophy to Harlem Lacrosse in Compton, California, where he mentors students on and off the...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:21</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Exchange of missile strikes between Israel and Iran threatens fragile ceasefire]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Israel and Iran traded long-range missile strikes for the first time since the ceasefire went into effect two months ago. Both countries appear to have agreed to stop their attacks, but not before sparking fears of a return to full combat in the region. Now, Trump and regional mediators are scrambling to salvage a deal to end the war with Iran. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:55:19 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/exchange-of-missile-strikes-between-israel-and-iran-threatens-fragile-ceasefire</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Israel and Iran traded long-range missile strikes for the first time since the ceasefire went into effect two months ago. Both countries appear to have agreed to stop their attacks, but not before sparking fears of a return to full combat in the region. Now, Trump and regional mediators are scrambling to salvage a deal to end the war with Iran. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Israel and Iran traded long-range missile strikes for the first time since the ceasefire went into effect two months ago. Both countries appear to have agreed to stop their attacks, but not before sparking fears of a return to full combat in the regi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:49</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[What Iran and Israel's escalation means for efforts to end regional conflict]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[For analysis on how the latest escalation in the Middle East will affect a host of issues in the region, Amna Nawaz speaks with Miad Maleki at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and David Makovsky at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:50:52 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-iran-and-israels-escalation-means-for-efforts-to-end-regional-conflict</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For analysis on how the latest escalation in the Middle East will affect a host of issues in the region, Amna Nawaz speaks with Miad Maleki at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and David Makovsky at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[For analysis on how the latest escalation in the Middle East will affect a host of issues in the region, Amna Nawaz speaks with Miad Maleki at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and David Makovsky at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:02</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: 3 more screwworm cases found in Texas and New Mexico]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Monday, authorities reported three more cases of New World screwworm in the U.S., a federal judge struck down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, a stabbing at New York City's Penn Station left six people injured, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake killed at least 35 people in the Philippines, and "Schmigadoon" was crowned best musical at the Tony Awards. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:45:44 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-3-more-screwworm-cases-found-in-texas-and-new-mexico</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Monday, authorities reported three more cases of New World screwworm in the U.S., a federal judge struck down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, a stabbing at New York City's Penn Station left six people injured, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake killed at least 35 people in the Philippines, and "Schmigadoon" was crowned best musical at the Tony Awards. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Monday, authorities reported three more cases of New World screwworm in the U.S., a federal judge struck down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, a stabbing at New York City's Penn Station left six people injured, a 7.8 magnitude earthqu...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:28</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Former election official fact-checks Trump's claims of election fraud in California]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Ripple effects and strong opinions are still flowing out of Trump's interview on NBC's Meet the Press over the weekend. Among the points of contention are Trump's baseless claims about the 2020 election results and the security of current elections. Lisa Desjardins speaks with Tammy Patrick at the National Association of Election Administrators to sort fact from fiction. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:40:20 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/former-election-official-fact-checks-trumps-claims-of-election-fraud-in-california</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ripple effects and strong opinions are still flowing out of Trump's interview on NBC's Meet the Press over the weekend. Among the points of contention are Trump's baseless claims about the 2020 election results and the security of current elections. Lisa Desjardins speaks with Tammy Patrick at the National Association of Election Administrators to sort fact from fiction. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ripple effects and strong opinions are still flowing out of Trump's interview on NBC's Meet the Press over the weekend. Among the points of contention are Trump's baseless claims about the 2020 election results and the security of current elections. ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:06</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Millions lose SNAP benefits as One Big Beautiful Bill's stricter requirements kick in]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[SNAP enrollment has fallen sharply nationwide since the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act last summer. More than 3.5 million people have lost access to the food assistance, as states implement new eligibility requirements and stricter application processes. William Brangham reports on what's happening and speaks with Harvard professor of public health policy Sara Naomi Bleich for more.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:35:20 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/millions-lose-snap-benefits-as-one-big-beautiful-bills-stricter-requirements-kick-in</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[SNAP enrollment has fallen sharply nationwide since the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act last summer. More than 3.5 million people have lost access to the food assistance, as states implement new eligibility requirements and stricter application processes. William Brangham reports on what's happening and speaks with Harvard professor of public health policy Sara Naomi Bleich for more.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[SNAP enrollment has fallen sharply nationwide since the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act last summer. More than 3.5 million people have lost access to the food assistance, as states implement new eligibility requirements and stricter applica...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:19</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's walkout from NBC interview]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including Trump walking out under tough questioning on NBC's "Meet the Press," Democrats facing character questions ahead of a battleground Senate race, and the president's influence on the ballot in South Carolina. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:25:05 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/tamara-keith-and-amy-walter-on-trumps-walkout-from-nbc-interview</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including Trump walking out under tough questioning on NBC's "Meet the Press," Democrats facing character questions ahead of a battleground Senate race, and the president's influence on the ballot in South Carolina. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including Trump walking out under tough questioning on NBC's "Meet the Press," Democrats facing character questions a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:35</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Dave Eggers on 'Contrapposto' and supporting the next generation of writers]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Best-selling author Dave Eggers has a new novel out this week, telling the story of two art-obsessed friends over many decades. There's much more to the author's own story as well. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown reports from San Francisco for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:20:56 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/dave-eggers-on-contrapposto-and-supporting-the-next-generation-of-writers</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Best-selling author Dave Eggers has a new novel out this week, telling the story of two art-obsessed friends over many decades. There's much more to the author's own story as well. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown reports from San Francisco for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Best-selling author Dave Eggers has a new novel out this week, telling the story of two art-obsessed friends over many decades. There's much more to the author's own story as well. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown reports from San Francisco fo...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:55</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Why hiring surged in May despite economic strain from the Iran war]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[There was surprising strength in the latest U.S. jobs report. Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, the third straight month of job gains. Overall, the labor market appears strong despite concerns about the Iran war, rising prices and artificial intelligence. Amna Nawaz speaks with Diane Swonk, chief economist at KPMG, a multinational accounting and advisory firm, for more analysis. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:55:32 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/why-hiring-surged-in-may-despite-economic-strain-from-the-iran-war</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[There was surprising strength in the latest U.S. jobs report. Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, the third straight month of job gains. Overall, the labor market appears strong despite concerns about the Iran war, rising prices and artificial intelligence. Amna Nawaz speaks with Diane Swonk, chief economist at KPMG, a multinational accounting and advisory firm, for more analysis. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[There was surprising strength in the latest U.S. jobs report. Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, the third straight month of job gains. Overall, the labor market appears strong despite concerns about the Iran war, rising prices and artificial intel...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:44</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[What may happen as oil supplies dwindle and Strait of Hormuz remains mostly closed]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[As U.S.-Iran talks show little sign of progress, commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains sharply reduced, raising concerns about global energy markets and supply chains. Geoff Bennett speaks with energy analyst Daniel Yergin, vice chairman of S&P Global, for more on what a prolonged disruption could mean around the world. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:50:31 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-may-happen-as-oil-supplies-dwindle-and-strait-of-hormuz-remains-mostly-closed</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As U.S.-Iran talks show little sign of progress, commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains sharply reduced, raising concerns about global energy markets and supply chains. Geoff Bennett speaks with energy analyst Daniel Yergin, vice chairman of S&P Global, for more on what a prolonged disruption could mean around the world. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[As U.S.-Iran talks show little sign of progress, commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains sharply reduced, raising concerns about global energy markets and supply chains. Geoff Bennett speaks with energy analyst Daniel Yergin, vice cha...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:56</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Friday, Senate Republicans passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, Trump said he wants his new acting director of national intelligence to slash the agency's staffing, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration's immigration processing freeze for 39 countries, and the International Space Station experienced an air leak. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:45:12 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-senate-passes-70-billion-immigration-enforcement-bill</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Friday, Senate Republicans passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, Trump said he wants his new acting director of national intelligence to slash the agency's staffing, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration's immigration processing freeze for 39 countries, and the International Space Station experienced an air leak. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Friday, Senate Republicans passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, Trump said he wants his new acting director of national intelligence to slash the agency's staffing, a federal judge struck down the Trump administ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:11</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[What Putin's rejection of Ukraine's call for talks means for efforts to end Russia's war]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is accusing Russia of choosing war over peace, after Russian President Putin rejected his request for an in-person meeting. Putin spoke at an annual economic forum in St. Petersburg, a city on edge after several Ukrainian airstrikes earlier this week. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:40:55 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-putins-rejection-of-ukraines-call-for-talks-means-for-efforts-to-end-russias-war</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is accusing Russia of choosing war over peace, after Russian President Putin rejected his request for an in-person meeting. Putin spoke at an annual economic forum in St. Petersburg, a city on edge after several Ukrainian airstrikes earlier this week. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is accusing Russia of choosing war over peace, after Russian President Putin rejected his request for an in-person meeting. Putin spoke at an annual economic forum in St. Petersburg, a city on edge after several Ukrainia...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:09</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Brooks and Capehart on some Republican lawmakers' defiance of Trump]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including Republican defiance of President Donald Trump and fresh scandals in a key Senate race. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:35:32 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/brooks-and-capehart-on-some-republican-lawmakers-defiance-of-trump</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including Republican defiance of President Donald Trump and fresh scandals in a key Senate race. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including Republican defiance of President Donald Trump and fresh scandals in a key Senate race.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>13:23</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Art exhibit shines light on women's role in technologies that power modern life]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Women have played a vital role in building the technologies that shape modern life, but their contributions have at times been overlooked, minimized or left out of the historical record. A new art exhibition seeks to tell a fuller story. Special correspondent Mike Cerre reports from San Jose for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:15 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/art-exhibit-shines-light-on-womens-role-in-technologies-that-power-modern-life</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Women have played a vital role in building the technologies that shape modern life, but their contributions have at times been overlooked, minimized or left out of the historical record. A new art exhibition seeks to tell a fuller story. Special correspondent Mike Cerre reports from San Jose for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Women have played a vital role in building the technologies that shape modern life, but their contributions have at times been overlooked, minimized or left out of the historical record. A new art exhibition seeks to tell a fuller story. Special corr...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:31</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[This chef will teach you how to make healthy $5 family dinners]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[With rising grocery prices, many Americans are struggling to provide healthy, complete meals for their families. One chef is teaching his TikTok followers how to eat well on a budget, one $5 meal at a time. Deema Zein reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:25:48 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/this-chef-will-teach-you-how-to-make-healthy-5-family-dinners</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[With rising grocery prices, many Americans are struggling to provide healthy, complete meals for their families. One chef is teaching his TikTok followers how to eat well on a budget, one $5 meal at a time. Deema Zein reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[With rising grocery prices, many Americans are struggling to provide healthy, complete meals for their families. One chef is teaching his TikTok followers how to eat well on a budget, one $5 meal at a time. Deema Zein reports.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:36</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Trump's limits are tested after some Republicans push back]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Senate is in the midst of voting on $72 billion of funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement as well as the Department of Homeland Security. The package has been held up for months with amendment votes expected to run well into the night. But it's still unclear whether Republican leaders will ultimately be able to wrangle enough votes to pass the measure. Lisa Desjardins has the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:55:18 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trumps-limits-are-tested-after-some-republicans-push-back</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Senate is in the midst of voting on $72 billion of funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement as well as the Department of Homeland Security. The package has been held up for months with amendment votes expected to run well into the night. But it's still unclear whether Republican leaders will ultimately be able to wrangle enough votes to pass the measure. Lisa Desjardins has the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Senate is in the midst of voting on $72 billion of funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement as well as the Department of Homeland Security. The package has been held up for months with amendment votes expected to run well into the night. B...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:45</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Former Trump adviser John Bolton to plead guilty over classified information]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Thursday, President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton agreed to plead guilty to a felony count of illegally retaining classified information, U.S. officials say a flesh-eating insect detected in Texas livestock has not spread, Hezbollah rejects a ceasefire agreement with Israel and Lebanon and thousands got a sneak peek of the Obama Presidential Center. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:45:53 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-former-trump-adviser-john-bolton-to-plead-guilty-over-classified-information</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Thursday, President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton agreed to plead guilty to a felony count of illegally retaining classified information, U.S. officials say a flesh-eating insect detected in Texas livestock has not spread, Hezbollah rejects a ceasefire agreement with Israel and Lebanon and thousands got a sneak peek of the Obama Presidential Center. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Thursday, President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton agreed to plead guilty to a felony count of illegally retaining classified information, U.S. officials say a flesh-eating insect detected in Texas livestock has...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:44</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[New proposal would give Trump officials more control over scientific research grants]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Trump administration is proposing a sweeping overhaul on how the federal government awards billions of dollars in research grants. But researchers say it could allow the administration to limit and exert more control over critical scientific research. Craig McLean, the former chief scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, joins William Brangham to discuss. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:40:29 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/new-proposal-would-give-trump-officials-more-control-over-scientific-research-grants</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Trump administration is proposing a sweeping overhaul on how the federal government awards billions of dollars in research grants. But researchers say it could allow the administration to limit and exert more control over critical scientific research. Craig McLean, the former chief scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, joins William Brangham to discuss. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Trump administration is proposing a sweeping overhaul on how the federal government awards billions of dollars in research grants. But researchers say it could allow the administration to limit and exert more control over critical scientific rese...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:34</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[College graduates begin their job search in a world being transformed by AI]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[We are in commencement season, when graduates look back on their accomplishments and look ahead to their future ambitions. But shifts in the economy and the anxiety around it are changing how this generation sees their prospects. Ali Rogin speaks with New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor about her book, "How to Start: Discovering Your Life's Work." It's part of our series, "Rethinking College." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:35:20 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/college-graduates-begin-their-job-search-in-a-world-being-transformed-by-ai</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We are in commencement season, when graduates look back on their accomplishments and look ahead to their future ambitions. But shifts in the economy and the anxiety around it are changing how this generation sees their prospects. Ali Rogin speaks with New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor about her book, "How to Start: Discovering Your Life's Work." It's part of our series, "Rethinking College." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[We are in commencement season, when graduates look back on their accomplishments and look ahead to their future ambitions. But shifts in the economy and the anxiety around it are changing how this generation sees their prospects. Ali Rogin speaks wit...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>8:36</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick on what's driving a wedge between some Republicans and Trump]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The U.S. House on Wednesday voted to limit President Trump from further military action in Iran. One of the Republicans who voted for that resolution is Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania. He joins Amna Nawaz to discuss his vote and a recent proposal to spend nearly $2 billion for a so-called "anti-weaponization" fund.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:33:09 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/rep-brian-fitzpatrick-on-whats-driving-a-wedge-between-some-republicans-and-trump</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The U.S. House on Wednesday voted to limit President Trump from further military action in Iran. One of the Republicans who voted for that resolution is Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania. He joins Amna Nawaz to discuss his vote and a recent proposal to spend nearly $2 billion for a so-called "anti-weaponization" fund.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The U.S. House on Wednesday voted to limit President Trump from further military action in Iran. One of the Republicans who voted for that resolution is Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania. He joins Amna Nawaz to discuss his vote and a recent prop...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:18</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Musical phenom introduces an old instrument to new audiences]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The pipe organ is typically associated with formal concert halls, church music and traditional works by Baroque composers like Bach. But one musician, Anna Lapwood, is broadening the instrument's reputation and has gotten millions of people to tune in. Jeffrey Brown and Maine Public went to experience this in Portland as part of our arts and culture series, "CANVAS." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:52 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/musical-phenom-introduces-an-old-instrument-to-new-audiences</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The pipe organ is typically associated with formal concert halls, church music and traditional works by Baroque composers like Bach. But one musician, Anna Lapwood, is broadening the instrument's reputation and has gotten millions of people to tune in. Jeffrey Brown and Maine Public went to experience this in Portland as part of our arts and culture series, "CANVAS." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The pipe organ is typically associated with formal concert halls, church music and traditional works by Baroque composers like Bach. But one musician, Anna Lapwood, is broadening the instrument's reputation and has gotten millions of people to tune i...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:56</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[ICE arrest in a rural Montana town prompts a conservative community to take action]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In a northeastern corner of Montana sits the small town of Froid. Rural and deeply conservative, it backed President Trump during every one of his White House runs. But earlier this year, when federal immigration agents detained one of the town's longtime residents, this tight knit community pushed back. Montana PBS's Matt Standal reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:25:06 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/ice-arrest-in-a-rural-montana-town-prompts-a-conservative-community-to-take-action</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In a northeastern corner of Montana sits the small town of Froid. Rural and deeply conservative, it backed President Trump during every one of his White House runs. But earlier this year, when federal immigration agents detained one of the town's longtime residents, this tight knit community pushed back. Montana PBS's Matt Standal reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In a northeastern corner of Montana sits the small town of Froid. Rural and deeply conservative, it backed President Trump during every one of his White House runs. But earlier this year, when federal immigration agents detained one of the town's lon...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:55</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Iranian strikes set Kuwait's largest airport ablaze amid fragile ceasefire with the U.S.]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The U.S. said its ceasefire with Iran is still holding despite continued violence, with both sides trading fire overnight. Iran also struck Kuwait's main airport, killing one person and injuring dozens. Israel's ongoing invasion in Lebanon is also challenging the ceasefire and has sparked rare public tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:55:59 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/iranian-strikes-set-kuwaits-largest-airport-ablaze-amid-fragile-ceasefire-with-the-u-s</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The U.S. said its ceasefire with Iran is still holding despite continued violence, with both sides trading fire overnight. Iran also struck Kuwait's main airport, killing one person and injuring dozens. Israel's ongoing invasion in Lebanon is also challenging the ceasefire and has sparked rare public tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The U.S. said its ceasefire with Iran is still holding despite continued violence, with both sides trading fire overnight. Iran also struck Kuwait's main airport, killing one person and injuring dozens. Israel's ongoing invasion in Lebanon is also ch...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:14</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Dissecting what the latest primary races mean for November elections]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Half a dozen states held their primary elections Tuesday giving a clearer picture of how some of the nation's high-profile midterms races will shape up this fall. In California, ballots are still being counted in several key races chief among them the race for governor. Nathan Gonzales, editor and publisher of Inside Elections, joins Geoff Bennett for more on what these primary results tell us. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:50:45 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/dissecting-what-the-latest-primary-races-mean-for-november-elections</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Half a dozen states held their primary elections Tuesday giving a clearer picture of how some of the nation's high-profile midterms races will shape up this fall. In California, ballots are still being counted in several key races chief among them the race for governor. Nathan Gonzales, editor and publisher of Inside Elections, joins Geoff Bennett for more on what these primary results tell us. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Half a dozen states held their primary elections Tuesday giving a clearer picture of how some of the nation's high-profile midterms races will shape up this fall. In California, ballots are still being counted in several key races chief among them th...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:49</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s absence raises broader questions about Congress]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[ Primary voters in New Jersey on Tuesday finalized the race for one of the nation's most competitive seats, and one of the most unusual, because the incumbent Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not been seen on the campaign trail or Capitol Hill for months. His absence brings broader questions for Congress. Lisa Desjardins reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:45:30 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/republican-rep-tom-kean-jr-s-absence-raises-broader-questions-about-congress</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ Primary voters in New Jersey on Tuesday finalized the race for one of the nation's most competitive seats, and one of the most unusual, because the incumbent Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not been seen on the campaign trail or Capitol Hill for months. His absence brings broader questions for Congress. Lisa Desjardins reports.  PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[ Primary voters in New Jersey on Tuesday finalized the race for one of the nation's most competitive seats, and one of the most unusual, because the incumbent Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not been seen on the campaign trail or Capitol Hill for mo...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:08</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Ukraine strikes oil depot deep inside Russia]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap on Wednesday, Ukraine says it struck an oil depot in Russia's St. Petersburg with drones that flew more than 600 miles to reach their target, the UK's prime minister condemned violent protests that erupted over the death of a teenager, a hotel fire in New Delhi killed at least 21 people and federal prosecutors investigate former Rep. George Santos. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:40:16 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-ukraine-strikes-oil-depot-deep-inside-russia</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap on Wednesday, Ukraine says it struck an oil depot in Russia's St. Petersburg with drones that flew more than 600 miles to reach their target, the UK's prime minister condemned violent protests that erupted over the death of a teenager, a hotel fire in New Delhi killed at least 21 people and federal prosecutors investigate former Rep. George Santos. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap on Wednesday, Ukraine says it struck an oil depot in Russia's St. Petersburg with drones that flew more than 600 miles to reach their target, the UK's prime minister condemned violent protests that erupted over the death of a teenage...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:01</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA['60 Minutes' in turmoil after longtime correspondent Scott Pelley is fired]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[CBS News fired longtime "60 Minutes" Correspondent Scott Pelley after a contentious all-staff meeting in which he clashed with new Executive Producer Nick Bilton and accused Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss of "murdering" the storied newsmagazine. It's the latest chapter of upheaval at CBS News. Steve Kroft, a "60 Minutes" correspondent for 30 seasons before retiring, joins Geoff Bennett for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:35:03 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/60-minutes-in-turmoil-after-longtime-correspondent-scott-pelley-is-fired</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[CBS News fired longtime "60 Minutes" Correspondent Scott Pelley after a contentious all-staff meeting in which he clashed with new Executive Producer Nick Bilton and accused Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss of "murdering" the storied newsmagazine. It's the latest chapter of upheaval at CBS News. Steve Kroft, a "60 Minutes" correspondent for 30 seasons before retiring, joins Geoff Bennett for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[CBS News fired longtime "60 Minutes" Correspondent Scott Pelley after a contentious all-staff meeting in which he clashed with new Executive Producer Nick Bilton and accused Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss of "murdering" the storied newsmagazine. It's the...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:27</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Trump administration dismantles ambitious ocean monitoring program]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles another tool for understanding how the planet is changing. More than 900 deep-sea ocean sensors will be pulled out of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans near Washington, Oregon, Alaska, North Carolina and Greenland.  Researchers say these are critical ocean observation tools. William Brangham explains. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:47 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-administration-dismantles-ambitious-ocean-monitoring-program</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles another tool for understanding how the planet is changing. More than 900 deep-sea ocean sensors will be pulled out of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans near Washington, Oregon, Alaska, North Carolina and Greenland.  Researchers say these are critical ocean observation tools. William Brangham explains. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles another tool for understanding how the planet is changing. More than 900 deep-sea ocean sensors will be pulled out of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans near Washi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:24</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Health workers struggle to contain Ebola outbreak]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The World Health Organization said Wednesday that the fight against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is "catching up" with the spread of the virus. But health officials warn the crisis is far from over with more than 340 cases already confirmed and the outbreak crossing into neighboring Uganda. Chris Ocamringa reports from DRC's capital Kinshasa. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:25:31 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/health-workers-struggle-to-contain-ebola-outbreak</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The World Health Organization said Wednesday that the fight against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is "catching up" with the spread of the virus. But health officials warn the crisis is far from over with more than 340 cases already confirmed and the outbreak crossing into neighboring Uganda. Chris Ocamringa reports from DRC's capital Kinshasa. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The World Health Organization said Wednesday that the fight against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is "catching up" with the spread of the virus. But health officials warn the crisis is far from over with more than 340 cases already confir...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:25</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Noteworthy speeches from recent college graduations]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[College seniors have been donning their cap and gowns to mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. They're facing a daunting future, with a rapidly transforming job market thanks to artificial intelligence, global unrest and more. It was against this backdrop that graduation speakers took to the stage to give their best advice. Here are some notable speeches you might have missed. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:20:01 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/noteworthy-speeches-from-recent-college-graduations</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[College seniors have been donning their cap and gowns to mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. They're facing a daunting future, with a rapidly transforming job market thanks to artificial intelligence, global unrest and more. It was against this backdrop that graduation speakers took to the stage to give their best advice. Here are some notable speeches you might have missed. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[College seniors have been donning their cap and gowns to mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. They're facing a daunting future, with a rapidly transforming job market thanks to artificial intelligence, global unrest and more. It ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:28</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[What to know about Trump's controversial pick of Bill Pulte for acting spy chief]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Trump on Tuesday named Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte, a loyal Trump ally who has frequently targeted the president's opponents, has no background in intelligence. The selection drew swift criticism from Democrats, while the Senate's top Republican also raised concerns. Liz Landers has the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:55:25 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-to-know-about-trumps-controversial-pick-of-bill-pulte-for-acting-spy-chief</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Trump on Tuesday named Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte, a loyal Trump ally who has frequently targeted the president's opponents, has no background in intelligence. The selection drew swift criticism from Democrats, while the Senate's top Republican also raised concerns. Liz Landers has the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Trump on Tuesday named Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte, a loyal Trump ally who has frequently targeted the president's opponents, has no background in...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:32</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Justice Department scraps Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund' after pushback from Congress]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Acting Attorney General Blanche told lawmakers Tuesday that the Justice Department is scrapping plans to create a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund." It's a setback for Trump, after Republican senators made clear they did not have the votes to advance a Homeland Security funding bill unless the White House either scaled back or eliminated the fund. Lisa Desjardins has more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:50:20 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/justice-department-scraps-trumps-anti-weaponization-fund-after-pushback-from-congress</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Acting Attorney General Blanche told lawmakers Tuesday that the Justice Department is scrapping plans to create a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund." It's a setback for Trump, after Republican senators made clear they did not have the votes to advance a Homeland Security funding bill unless the White House either scaled back or eliminated the fund. Lisa Desjardins has more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Acting Attorney General Blanche told lawmakers Tuesday that the Justice Department is scrapping plans to create a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund." It's a setback for Trump, after Republican senators made clear they did not have the votes to ad...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:59</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: Rubio tries to assure Congress that talks with Iran are continuing]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our news wrap Tuesday, Rubio made his first appearance before Congress since the Iran war began, Israeli drone strikes killed at least 11 people in southern Lebanon, a Kenyan court extended its block on a proposed Ebola quarantine facility for Americans, and Trump signed an executive order asking AI companies to give the government early access to its models to assess national security risks. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:45:06 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-rubio-tries-to-assure-congress-that-talks-with-iran-are-continuing</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our news wrap Tuesday, Rubio made his first appearance before Congress since the Iran war began, Israeli drone strikes killed at least 11 people in southern Lebanon, a Kenyan court extended its block on a proposed Ebola quarantine facility for Americans, and Trump signed an executive order asking AI companies to give the government early access to its models to assess national security risks. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our news wrap Tuesday, Rubio made his first appearance before Congress since the Iran war began, Israeli drone strikes killed at least 11 people in southern Lebanon, a Kenyan court extended its block on a proposed Ebola quarantine facility for Ame...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:52</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[As Russia pounds Ukrainian cities, Kyiv tries to turn the tide with battlefront innovation]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Massive Russian attacks across Ukraine overnight killed at least 22 people nationwide and wounded more than 130. Russia has stepped up the size and pace of its attacks on Ukrainian cities in recent months, but on the battlefront, Ukraine is trying to turn the tide. Nick Shifrin reports on Ukraine's efforts, and speaks with retired U.S. Army Col. Robert Hamilton for more on the war. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:40:59 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/as-russia-pounds-ukrainian-cities-kyiv-tries-to-turn-the-tide-with-battlefront-innovation</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Massive Russian attacks across Ukraine overnight killed at least 22 people nationwide and wounded more than 130. Russia has stepped up the size and pace of its attacks on Ukrainian cities in recent months, but on the battlefront, Ukraine is trying to turn the tide. Nick Shifrin reports on Ukraine's efforts, and speaks with retired U.S. Army Col. Robert Hamilton for more on the war. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Massive Russian attacks across Ukraine overnight killed at least 22 people nationwide and wounded more than 130. Russia has stepped up the size and pace of its attacks on Ukrainian cities in recent months, but on the battlefront, Ukraine is trying to...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:34</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Trump's mass deportation campaign takes a toll on college students]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[For years, researchers and advocates have documented the barriers students from immigrant families face when pursuing higher education. But the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign has introduced new challenges and fears, even for many immigrants who are legally in the United States. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports from Minnesota for our series Rethinking College. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:16 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trumps-mass-deportation-campaign-takes-a-toll-on-college-students</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For years, researchers and advocates have documented the barriers students from immigrant families face when pursuing higher education. But the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign has introduced new challenges and fears, even for many immigrants who are legally in the United States. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports from Minnesota for our series Rethinking College. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[For years, researchers and advocates have documented the barriers students from immigrant families face when pursuing higher education. But the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign has introduced new challenges and fears, even for many im...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>8:23</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Why Sting challenges himself to push his artistry into new forms]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Sting's music is known around the world. Over the course of his career, he has sold more than 100 million records, first as the frontman, principal songwriter and bassist for The Police, and later as a solo artist. Now, as he continues to tour internationally, he's also expanding his creative repertoire. Geoff Bennett met up with Sting for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:25:17 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/why-sting-challenges-himself-to-push-his-artistry-into-new-forms</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sting's music is known around the world. Over the course of his career, he has sold more than 100 million records, first as the frontman, principal songwriter and bassist for The Police, and later as a solo artist. Now, as he continues to tour internationally, he's also expanding his creative repertoire. Geoff Bennett met up with Sting for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Sting's music is known around the world. Over the course of his career, he has sold more than 100 million records, first as the frontman, principal songwriter and bassist for The Police, and later as a solo artist. Now, as he continues to tour intern...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>9:48</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Journalist discusses the ripple effects of extremism on a small American town]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Journalist Michael Edison Hayden has spent years tracking extremism in America. His new book, "Strange People on the Hill," follows what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters to a small town in rural West Virginia. Amna Nawaz spoke with Hayden about his book and the sharp divisions in American politics right now for our "Settle In" podcast. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:20:18 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/journalist-discusses-the-ripple-effects-of-extremism-on-a-small-american-town</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Journalist Michael Edison Hayden has spent years tracking extremism in America. His new book, "Strange People on the Hill," follows what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters to a small town in rural West Virginia. Amna Nawaz spoke with Hayden about his book and the sharp divisions in American politics right now for our "Settle In" podcast. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Journalist Michael Edison Hayden has spent years tracking extremism in America. His new book, "Strange People on the Hill," follows what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters to a small town in rural West Virginia. Amna Nawaz spoke w...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:33</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Listen Again: What happens when extremists come to town]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Journalist Michael Edison Hayden spent years tracking extremism in America. His book, "Strange People on the Hill," is about what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters to a small town in rural West Virginia. We're revisiting our conversation with Hayden, who spoke with Amna Nawaz about the story and what it can teach us about politics in the U.S. right now. Hayden also shared the personal toll this work has taken on his own mental health and  relationships. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:50:12 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts/settle-in-with-pbs-news/listen-again-what-happens-when-extremists-come-to-town</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Journalist Michael Edison Hayden spent years tracking extremism in America. His book, "Strange People on the Hill," is about what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters to a small town in rural West Virginia. We're revisiting our conversation with Hayden, who spoke with Amna Nawaz about the story and what it can teach us about politics in the U.S. right now. Hayden also shared the personal toll this work has taken on his own mental health and  relationships. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Journalist Michael Edison Hayden spent years tracking extremism in America. His book, "Strange People on the Hill," is about what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters to a small town in rural West Virginia. We're revisiting our conv...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>42:25</itunes:duration>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund hits setback amid political pressure from Republicans]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[President Trump's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund established by the Department of Justice has hit a setback. The DOJ said Monday they will abide by a court ruling temporarily pausing payouts that could have gone to Jan. 6 defendants and other Trump supporters. This comes amid political pressure from Republicans who are upset about the fund. Liz Landers joins Geoff Bennett to discuss. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:55:18 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trumps-anti-weaponization-fund-hits-setback-amid-political-pressure-from-republicans</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[President Trump's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund established by the Department of Justice has hit a setback. The DOJ said Monday they will abide by a court ruling temporarily pausing payouts that could have gone to Jan. 6 defendants and other Trump supporters. This comes amid political pressure from Republicans who are upset about the fund. Liz Landers joins Geoff Bennett to discuss. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[President Trump's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund established by the Department of Justice has hit a setback. The DOJ said Monday they will abide by a court ruling temporarily pausing payouts that could have gone to Jan. 6 defendants and other...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>4:17</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[U.S. and Iran send mixed signals as Israel's invasion extends deeper into Lebanon]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[There were conflicting signals Monday from the U.S. and Iran over the status of negotiations to extend the ceasefire and begin talks on ending the war. Meantime, the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been all but shattered as Israel pressed deep into Lebanon. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:53:55 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/u-s-and-iran-send-mixed-signals-as-israels-invasion-extends-deeper-into-lebanon</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[There were conflicting signals Monday from the U.S. and Iran over the status of negotiations to extend the ceasefire and begin talks on ending the war. Meantime, the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been all but shattered as Israel pressed deep into Lebanon. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[There were conflicting signals Monday from the U.S. and Iran over the status of negotiations to extend the ceasefire and begin talks on ending the war. Meantime, the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been all but shattered as Israel pressed ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:05</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[News Wrap: More people arrested for breaking curfew at New Jersey ICE detention facility]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[In our new wrap Monday, police in New Jersey arrested more protestors for breaking a curfew around an ICE detention facility, election denier Tina Peters was released from prison, Colombia's presidential election is set for a runoff, protesters in Kenya demonstrated against plans by the U.S. government to set up an Ebola quarantine facility and Serena Williams is returning to the tennis court. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:45:35 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-more-people-arrested-for-breaking-curfew-at-new-jersey-ice-detention-facility</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our new wrap Monday, police in New Jersey arrested more protestors for breaking a curfew around an ICE detention facility, election denier Tina Peters was released from prison, Colombia's presidential election is set for a runoff, protesters in Kenya demonstrated against plans by the U.S. government to set up an Ebola quarantine facility and Serena Williams is returning to the tennis court. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our new wrap Monday, police in New Jersey arrested more protestors for breaking a curfew around an ICE detention facility, election denier Tina Peters was released from prison, Colombia's presidential election is set for a runoff, protesters in Ke...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:15</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Promising new treatment for pancreatic cancer doubles survival rates]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[A medical breakthrough in the fight against pancreatic cancer is showing promising results after decades of research. The experimental drug, taken once a day, extends patients' lives by slowing the progression of one of the deadliest cancers. Dr. Rachna Shroff, associate director of clinical investigations at the University of Arizona Comprehensive Cancer Center, joins Stephanie Sy for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:40:40 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/promising-new-treatment-for-pancreatic-cancer-doubles-survival-rates</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[A medical breakthrough in the fight against pancreatic cancer is showing promising results after decades of research. The experimental drug, taken once a day, extends patients' lives by slowing the progression of one of the deadliest cancers. Dr. Rachna Shroff, associate director of clinical investigations at the University of Arizona Comprehensive Cancer Center, joins Stephanie Sy for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[A medical breakthrough in the fight against pancreatic cancer is showing promising results after decades of research. The experimental drug, taken once a day, extends patients' lives by slowing the progression of one of the deadliest cancers. Dr. Rac...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:04</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[New report shows misinformation is a threat to election security]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[New rules proposed by the U.S. Postal Service would make states give data on voters who receive mail-in ballots for federal elections. This after President Trump tightened mail-in voting rules with a stated goal of making more secure elections. But a new report says election security threats are more likely something else. Arron Rose of Check Point Software Technologies joins Liz Lander for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:40:09 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/new-report-shows-misinformation-a-major-threat-to-election-security</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[New rules proposed by the U.S. Postal Service would make states give data on voters who receive mail-in ballots for federal elections. This after President Trump tightened mail-in voting rules with a stated goal of making more secure elections. But a new report says election security threats are more likely something else. Arron Rose of Check Point Software Technologies joins Liz Lander for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[New rules proposed by the U.S. Postal Service would make states give data on voters who receive mail-in ballots for federal elections. This after President Trump tightened mail-in voting rules with a stated goal of making more secure elections. But a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>7:43</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright on the limits of Trump's power]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[NPR's Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's control of congressional Republicans, partisan politics and Freedom 250. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:35:51 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/tamara-keith-and-jasmine-wright-on-the-limits-of-trumps-power</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[NPR's Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's control of congressional Republicans, partisan politics and Freedom 250. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[NPR's Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's control of congressional Republicans, partisan politics and Freedom 250.]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>5:59</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Authorities struggle to stop AI tools generating nude images without consent]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[There has been a sharp rise in so-called "nudification" technology. These AI-powered tools can generate realistic fake images and videos that depict people as undressed, often without their knowledge or consent. William Brangham reports on the growing concern over the technology and the efforts underway to rein it in. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:15 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/authorities-struggle-to-stop-ai-tools-generating-nude-images-without-consent</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[There has been a sharp rise in so-called "nudification" technology. These AI-powered tools can generate realistic fake images and videos that depict people as undressed, often without their knowledge or consent. William Brangham reports on the growing concern over the technology and the efforts underway to rein it in. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[There has been a sharp rise in so-called "nudification" technology. These AI-powered tools can generate realistic fake images and videos that depict people as undressed, often without their knowledge or consent. William Brangham reports on the growin...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>6:58</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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                        <title><![CDATA[A Brief But Spectacular take on cooking with pride]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[From Michelin-starred kitchens to guest starring on Sesame Street, chef Melissa King has done it all, including breaking records on "Top Chef." She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on food, identity and the family recipes behind her debut book, "Cook Like a King." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:20:35 -0400</pubDate>
            <guid>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/a-brief-but-spectacular-take-on-cooking-with-pride</guid>
            <itunes:author>PBS News</itunes:author>
            <itunes:summary><![CDATA[From Michelin-starred kitchens to guest starring on Sesame Street, chef Melissa King has done it all, including breaking records on "Top Chef." She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on food, identity and the family recipes behind her debut book, "Cook Like a King." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy]]></itunes:summary>
            <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[From Michelin-starred kitchens to guest starring on Sesame Street, chef Melissa King has done it all, including breaking records on "Top Chef." She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on food, identity and the family recipes behind her debut book, ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
                            <itunes:duration>3:12</itunes:duration>
                        <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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