Mekhi Hill

Sep 26, 2024 | pbs.org | Mekhi Hill

Sep 26, 2024 6:55 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio Florida is bracing for a direct hit from Hurricane Helene, a powerful storm that's strengthened to a Category 4 with 130 mph winds. Helene is expected to make landfall Thursday night, but many across the state have been feeling its effects all day and preparing for the worst. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Michael Brennan, the director of the National Hurricane Center.

Sep 2, 2024 | pbs.org | Mekhi Hill

Sep 2, 2024 6:55 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said he would not join cease-fire talks over his demand that Israel remain in control of Gaza's border with Egypt. He spoke after thousands of workers walked off their jobs following a night of protests over his failure to reach a deal for the release of hostages. John Yang discussed more with Yohanan Plesner of the Israel Democracy Institute.

Aug 14, 2024 | pbs.org | Mekhi Hill

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Transcript Audio The top issue for many voters, the economy, took center stage as former President Trump returned to campaign in a battleground state for the first time this month. His North Carolina rally followed a scattershot news conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate and a meandering conversation with Elon Musk on X. Laura Barrón-López reports. Notice: Transcripts are machine and human generated and lightly edited for accuracy.

Aug 7, 2024 | pbs.org | Mekhi Hill

Aug 7, 2024 6:30 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio The 2024 Olympics have garnered tens of millions of viewers with jaw-dropping performances and compelling storylines. But in recent days, controversy surrounding the gender of one boxer has also consumed headlines. William Brangham discussed what this says about the future of women’s sports with Katie Barnes, author of “Fair Play: How Sports Shape the Gender Debates."

Jun 11, 2024 | pbs.org | Mekhi Hill

Jun 11, 2024 6:45 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio Hamas formally responded to an Israeli-backed ceasefire proposal but did not fully approve it. The negotiations will continue as the humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens. Tuesday, the U.S. committed another $404 million in assistance despite limitations on aid delivery that have left Gazans largely on their own. Nick Schifrin discussed the crisis with Avril Benoit of Doctors Without Borders USA.