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August 5, 2023 - PBS News Weekend full episode

Season 2023 Episode 228 | 26m 45s

Saturday on PBS News Weekend, the FDA approves the first pill to treat postpartum depression. Twelve years after a tsunami sent Fukushima’s nuclear plant into a meltdown, Japan plans to release over a million tons of treated wastewater from the facility. Plus, a look at privacy issues around reproductive health data in a post-Roe America.

Aired: 08/04/23 | Expires: 09/04/23
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Extras
Trump extends Iran ceasefire as talks to end war stall
Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick resigns ahead of ethics probe into use of campaign funds
Fed nominee Warsh questioned on independence from Trump and personal wealth
New growth in logged forests inspires photographer’s hope
In rare interview, top Hezbollah leader rejects disarmament, calls for Israeli withdrawal
News Wrap: DOJ announces criminal charges against Southern Poverty Law Center
Apple prepares for new era after Tim Cook
Gen Z men and women on why they’re sharply divided over reproductive rights
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