PBS News Hour - Full Show

Everyone wants to keep a sharp mind as they age, especially as dementia cases continue to rise. Now, a growing body of evidence suggests almost half of the key risks for cognitive decline can be prevented or delayed. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores the emerging science that can help protect against dementia with Dr. Jonathan Rosand of the Global Brain Care Coalition. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Thursday on the News Hour, Hurricane Isaias intensifies as it approaches the Gulf Coast, prompting evacuations in multiple states. After Christa Pike's botched execution, a look at what went wrong in the case that's renewed the debate over capital punishment. Plus, how weight-loss drugs are influencing cultural views on obesity. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Wednesday on the News Hour, Cornell students hold an hours-long sit-in to protest the handling of an alleged rape case involving a campus fraternity. Riot police clash with student demonstrators across France, as unrest continues with a presidential election looming. Plus, emerging evidence shows popular GLP-1 weight loss medications might help with addiction to drugs and alcohol. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Protests are continuing in France, a day after more than 250,000 people took to the streets across the country to demand education reforms. Demonstrations began in mid-September, fueled by frustrations over classroom sizes and poor building conditions. Special correspondent William Denselow reports from Paris. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Tuesday on the News Hour, another arrest is made over a security incident at a U.S.-run military base in the UK. What we know about the suspected terror plot that's been linked to Iran. The Justice Department charges more immigrants with illegally voting in the 2024 election. Plus, a look at who has access to GLP-1s and how those who are priced out are finding workarounds to get them. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy