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PBS NewsHour Weekend: Sunday, August 24, 2014

Season 2014 Episode 2360 | 25m 07s

On this edition, an American hostage is released in Syria. The strongest earthquake in 25 years rocks Northern California. And, in our signature segment, from the Philippines: will a new reproductive healthcare law slow down one of Asia's highest birth rates?

Aired: 08/23/14 | Expires: 12/31/69
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.
Extras
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Ex-Kennedy Center staffer alleges chaos and cronyism under Trump leadership
One in three Americans forced to make financial sacrifices for health coverage
Brooks and Capehart on Trump and Vance clashing with Pope Leo
How Trump's recent actions are affecting his support among young voters
After weeks of fighting, ceasefire sparks cautious celebration in Lebanon
Timeline for Strait of Hormuz shipping recovery remains uncertain
News Wrap: Senate approves short-term renewal of FISA surveillance program
News Wrap: Pope warns of 'tyrants' spending billions on wars
UN official warns Strait of Hormuz dispute is disrupting global food supply

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