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The News Hour (News)

  • Genres: News
  • Location: Washington, DC
  • Language: English
  • Networks: PBS
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Amid Shock Over Attacks, Mumbai Residents Question Security

Mon, Dec 1 Listen
Mumbai residents returned to work Monday for the first time since last week's terrorist attacks. But Indians remained shocked and angry at the newly-evident holes in the city's security. Simon Marks reports from Mumbai on the aftermath of the attacks.

Obama Crafts Team to Rethink Foreign Policy Challenges

Mon, Dec 1 Listen
President-elect Barack Obama named old foes and seasoned veterans to his national security team. Analysts examine the picks.

Britons Meet Obama's Election With Mix of Excitement, Soul-searching

Fri, Nov 28 Listen
British Prime Minister Gordon Brown said Wednesday the G20 will meet in London in April -- a meeting that could be Barack Obama's first visit to Europe as U.S. president. Tonight on the NewsHour, Margaret Warner reports on the reaction in London to Obama's election.

Shields and Brooks Mull Challenges Ahead for Obama's Economic Team

Fri, Nov 28 Listen
Analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks examine President-elect Barack Obama's newly-named economic team and the challenges he may face in evaluating their varying views on the financial crisis.

Attacks Raise Questions on India's Ability to Combat Terror

Fri, Nov 28 Listen
As more details emerge about the Mumbai attacks, questions are stirring on India's ability to prevent and respond to terrorism. Analysts examine the government's response and what it means for larger security issues.

After Debate and Delays, Iraqi Parliament Approves U.S. Security Deal

Thu, Nov 27 Listen
Iraq's parliament approved Thursday a security pact with the United States that outlines the withdrawal of U.S. troops by the end of 2011 and may mark a new turn toward Iraqi sovereignty. A reporter in Baghdad details the next steps.

Indian Forces Fight to Regain Control of Mumbai

Thu, Nov 27 Listen
Commandos continued to battle early Friday to free people trapped in two hotels by militants who launched a series of attacks on 10 sites Wednesday that killed at least 119 people.

Study Shows First-ever Drop in New Cancer Rates for Americans

Wed, Nov 26 Listen
New cancer rates in the United States have declined for the first time and the cancer death rate among men and women has continued to drop, according to a new report. Physician Larry Nortin examines the findings.

London Shops Struggle to Stay in Business Amid Banking Sector Troubles

Wed, Nov 26 Listen
Britain's famous shops are reeling from troubles in the country's banking sector and hoping that a new stimulus plan will provide a much-needed boost. Margaret Warner reports from London on how businesses are being hit by the crisis.

Obama's Economic Strategy Begins to Emerge as Team Takes Shape

Wed, Nov 26 Listen
In an attempt to combat the economic crisis, President-elect Barack Obama has appointed key members of his economic team, including former Fed Chair Paul Volcker, to lead an economic advisory panel. Two financial writers mull his team and financial recovery plans.

Scores Killed After Gunmen Launch Multiple Attacks in Mumbai

Wed, Nov 26 Listen
Dozens of people died Wednesday in Mumbai, India, in a series of gun and grenade attacks targeting hotels and other sites. A Washington Post reporter provides details from India.

Polar Bears Struggle to Survive as Arctic Climate Changes

Tue, Nov 25 Listen
As climate change threatens polar bears' survival, laws put in place to protect the bears are impacting the Inuit people who have long hunted them. Lawrence McGinty of ITN's ITV News reports on the plight of both polar bears and Native people in the Canadian Arctic.

Obama Taps Orszag as Budget Director, Promotes Fiscal Restraint

Tue, Nov 25 Listen
President-elect Barack Obama named Peter Orszag as his budget director Tuesday, saying his job will be to conduct a thorough review of spending programs, "eliminating those programs we don't need and insisting that those we do need operate in a cost-effective way."

With Changing Administrations, Future for Gitmo Detainees Is Uncertain

Tue, Nov 25 Listen
With Osama Bin Laden's former driver transferred to Yemen and other inmates ordered released last week, Guantanamo Bay's prison population is decreasing as President-elect Barack Obama prepares to take office. Two lawyers assess what's next for the facility.

Government Widens Support for Home Loans, Consumer Credit

Tue, Nov 25 Listen
In an effort to boost economic activity, the Fed and the Treasury announced new plans to boost consumer spending and aid the housing market. Economic analysts examine the Fed's expanding role in managing the crisis.

Britain Crafts Tax Plan to Help Address Country's Economic Ills

Mon, Nov 24 Listen
The British Parliament on Monday considered changes to its income and sales taxes as a means to alleviate the economic downturn. Margaret Warner reports from London about the proposed stimulus plan.

Obama: Optimistic Fiscal Team Determined to Revive Economy

Mon, Nov 24 Listen
President-elect Barack Obama unveiled his top economic advisers Monday, saying they share his desire to fuel long-term economic growth and create jobs. Economic experts examine the challenges that lie ahead for the team.

Paul Solman Reports From Detroit on Autoworkers' Uncertain Futures

Sun, Nov 23 Listen
Prospects for extending a federal rescue package to Detroit's Big Three automakers remain unclear after a congressional effort stalled until December. Paul Solman speaks with autoworkers about how the crisis is affecting them.

French Economy Sags as Economic Crisis Ripples Through Europe

Fri, Nov 21 Listen
French consumer spending fell in October as the world's economic woes continue to take a toll on the European nation. Reporting from Paris, Margaret Warner speaks with France's Finance Minister Christine Lagarde about the global financial crisis.

Brooks and Marcus on Obama's Cabinet Picks, Economy's Troubles

Fri, Nov 21 Listen
David Brooks and Ruth Marcus assess the economic crisis and weigh reports that President-elect Obama plans to choose Sen. Hillary Clinton and New York Federal Reserve Bank chief Timothy Geithner, among others, for top Cabinet posts.

Jittery Markets, Weak Data Cap Grim Week on Wall Street

Fri, Nov 21 Listen
After a week of stock market dives and gloomy economic data, U.S. markets rebounded Friday, apparently on news reports that President-elect Barack Obama may choose Timothy Geithner as Treasury chief.

In Weak Economy, Obama May Face Obstacles to Health Care Reform

Thu, Nov 20 Listen
During his campaign for the White House, President-elect Barack Obama proposed lowering health care costs and helping the uninsured. Now he faces the tough task of implementing such reforms. Analysts examine the road ahead for health care initatives.

Stock Market Swings Fuel Rethinking of Retirement Plans

Thu, Nov 20 Listen
U.S. stocks plunged again Thursday to five-year lows, fueling new concerns of retirement savings and 401(k) plans. Economic analysts mull the risks of stock market investment and challenges to saving for retirement.

Members of Spoken Word Club Explore Native American Identity, History

Wed, Nov 19 Listen
Members of the Spoken Word Club at the Santa Fe Indian School are storytellers who use poetry to explore the unique particularities of growing up Native American. Through verse, they maintain links to the past while pressing forward as young artists and individuals.

Potential Obama Hires May Face Toughest Vetting Process Yet

Wed, Nov 19 Listen
President-elect Barack Obama's transition team is asking potential appointees for detailed background information, raising concerns about whether the scrutiny may disqualify otherwise qualified candidates. Analysts explain the reasons for the intense vetting process.

Modern-day Somali Pirates Increase Attacks Off East Africa Coast

Wed, Nov 19 Listen
Somali pirates are increasing the frequency of their attacks and targeting larger ships, including oil supertankers and grain cargo vessels. Experts explain the rise in modern-day piracy and the efforts among the international community to curb the problem.

GM CEO Defends Auto Industry's Bid for Government Rescue

Wed, Nov 19 Listen
Auto industry executives testified before Congress Wednesday, asking lawmakers to provide aid to their companies. General Motors' CEO Rick Wagoner discusses the industry's crisis.

Report Concludes Gulf War Syndrome Is Legitimate Illness

Tue, Nov 18 Listen
A report released Monday revealed that the mysterious illness affecting veterans exposed to toxins during the 1991 Gulf War is real, making it easier for military personnel to seek federal aid. Research advisory committee chairman Jim Binns details the findings.

Struggling Automakers Press Congress for Government Aid

Tue, Nov 18 Listen
On Capitol Hill Tuesday, Ben Bernanke and Henry Paulson defended their economic rescue strategy and automakers made their case for federal aid. Senators detail the debate over using bailout funds to help automakers.

Obama's First Post-election Interview Offers Insight on Road Ahead

Mon, Nov 17 Listen
More than 24 million Americans watched President-elect Barack Obama reflect on policy priorities and the historic election Sunday in his first post-campaign interview on "60 Minutes." New Yorker writer Ryan Lizza assesses Obama's next steps.

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