PBS News Hour - Science

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 Jan 26, 2025

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Listen to PBS News Hour science reporting published every Wednesday by 9 p.m. Featuring reports from Miles O'Brien, Nsikan Akpan and the rest of our science crew, we take on topics ranging from the future of 3-D printing to power of placebo drugs. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full shows, individual segments, Brooks and Capehart, Brief but Spectacular, Politics Monday 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

Episode Date
How a rare genetic mutation could unlock new ways to treat or prevent dementia
Oct 02, 2026
How the West is preparing for a drier future as water supplies hit lows
Oct 02, 2026
News Wrap: Supreme Court to review mandatory detention policy for migrants
Oct 01, 2026
Self-regulation 'not enough' for AI safety, Gary Marcus says
Sep 29, 2026
What Trump's rollback of fuel economy standards means for drivers
Sep 28, 2026
Powerful nor'easter batters parts of East Coast
Sep 28, 2026
News Wrap: UK police investigating possible plot targeting U.S. base
Sep 28, 2026
How much privacy is left in an age of surveillance?
Sep 25, 2026
News Wrap: Xi wraps up 3-day state visit with Trump
Sep 25, 2026
News Wrap: Netanyahu calls allegations of genocide in Gaza 'the biggest lie'
Sep 24, 2026
In a warming climate, should air conditioning be a right?
Sep 24, 2026
Lock of hair settles questions about Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings
Sep 24, 2026
Researchers explore new uses for abortion-related drugs
Sep 22, 2026
How abortion politics is blocking progress in women's healthcare
Sep 21, 2026
These copper vests are helping injured penguins heal faster
Sep 21, 2026
The science of grief and how it can impact physical health
Sep 18, 2026
U.S.-Saudi nuclear power deal faces pushback over potential weapons risks
Sep 18, 2026
As AI behavior raises concerns, ex-researcher Jacob Coxon warns what may lie ahead
Sep 17, 2026
News Wrap: Judge says Kennedy Center must provide notice before making changes to building
Sep 17, 2026
News Wrap: Democrats block crypto bill, demand limits on Trump's investments
Sep 15, 2026
Sen. Mark Warner says U.S. can strengthen AI safety without losing race to China
Sep 15, 2026
Ocean at the front door: Coastal communities battle erosion
Sep 15, 2026
Trump pushes back as AI leaders fuel calls to rein in rapidly advancing technology
Sep 14, 2026
News Wrap: Kennedy Center warns of 'fiscal collapse' without Trump's name on building
Sep 14, 2026
EPA repeals limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants
Sep 14, 2026