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March 16, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

Season 2024 Episode 77 | 26m 44s

Saturday on PBS News Weekend, we examine the safety and reliability of helicopters after a string of fatal crashes. Then, the myth of plastic recycling and how the plastics industry knew for decades that it wasn’t a viable solution. Plus, the human implications of a shark conservation success story off the coast of Cape Cod.

Aired: 03/15/24 | Expires: 04/15/24
Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.
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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
Apple prepares for new era after Tim Cook
Gen Z men and women on why they’re sharply divided over reproductive rights
News Wrap: DOJ announces criminal charges against Southern Poverty Law Center
In rare interview, top Hezbollah leader rejects disarmament, calls for Israeli withdrawal
New growth in logged forests inspires photographer’s hope
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