The U.S. has the world's most expensive health care system, but it leaves roughly 30 million people uninsured. As policymakers consider making changes, some are looking to Australia as a model. That nation has achieved universal health coverage at a lower cost, using a successful mix of public and private systems. William Brangham reports for our series The Best Health Care? … [Read more...]
Would Universal Healthcare Really Work in the U.S.?
Pretty much every rich, developed nation on the planet has universal healthcare, EXCEPT for the U.S. Should we join them, or does our current healthcare system have advantages that we don’t want to lose? SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a video! https://bit.ly/3tNKzhV And follow us on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.instagram.com/abovethenoisepbs/ … [Read more...]
Health care: America vs. the World
Millions of Americans have no health insurance and live in fear that one illness could bankrupt them. Even though the U.S. spends far more on health care than other wealthy nations, Americans die of preventable diseases at greater rates. The PBS NewsHour special, “Critical Care: America vs the World,” examines how four other nations achieve universal care for less money, with … [Read more...]
Interview with Markwayne Mullin
The Oklahoma News Report, hosted by Rich Lenz, is a weekly in-depth exploration of news and issues affecting all Oklahomans, featuring topical information and meaningful stories that provide context and meaning to educate and engage every citizen across the state. For more information about The Oklahoma News Report, visit https://www.OETA.tv/onr. Follow The Oklahoma News … [Read more...]
That Awkward Moment Movie Review – Just Seen It
Sean, Rachel, and Kevin get awkward discussing the new romance comedy, That Awkward Moment. Starring Sean Wright, Rachel Appelbaum, and Kevin Taft. Directed by Amy Taylor. Edited by Zach Wiegman. Sound Design by Aaron Fink and Nick Isaacs. Produced by David Freedman, Cooper Griggs, Aaron Fink, Pedro Raposo, Amy Taylor, Liz Manashil and Hannah Wade. Mikey and his wife decide … [Read more...]
WATCH: Sen. Tim Scott’s full statement on Trump’s impeachment trial | Trump impeachment trial
Trump's first impeachment - 2020 Speaking on the Senate floor on Feb. 5, Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., explained why he would vote later that day to acquit President Donald Trump of the articles of impeachment. “Let’s vote no on these motions today and get back to working for the American people,” Scott said. After the Senate voted last week to bar new witness testimony and … [Read more...]
WATCH: Tim Scott’s full speech at the Republican National Convention | 2020 RNC Night 1
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) spoke on the first night of the Republican National Convention on Aug. 24, 2020. The party planned a mix of virtual and in-person events in North Carolina and Washington, D.C., for its nominating convention after the coronavirus pandemic interrupted plans for a traditional nominating event. Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: … [Read more...]
Asa Hutchinson | Full Episode 11.11.22 | Firing Line with Margaret Hoover | PBS
Republican Governor of Arkansas Asa Hutchinson assesses the GOP’s weak performance in the 2022 midterm elections, how key issues like abortion played into the race, how it may affect Donald Trump’s role in the party and what this means for 2024. This program is made possible by viewers like you. Support your local PBS station: www.pbs.org/donate Subscribe to the PBS channel … [Read more...]
WATCH: Rep. Rodgers grills TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew on censoring content, surveillance of journalists
Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., asked TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew during a House committee hearing Thursday if the app uses moderation tools to remove or censor content that would go against the Chinese Communist Party. She asked specifically about whether the platform removed or censored content associated with the Uighurs or the Tianamen Square massacre. "We do not remove … [Read more...]
Daylight Savings is Killing You For Profit
Join the Discord! 👾 https://discord.gg/uBacq3APnp Support me on Patreon 🧠 http://patreon.com/braincraft And please SUBSCRIBE to BrainCraft! 👉 http://ow.ly/rt5IE My Twitter https://twitter.com/nessyhill | Instagram https://instagram.com/nessyhill 0:00 What is going on with Daylight Saving Time? 1:38 Why do we even have daylight saving? 2:59 Daylight saving time is a … [Read more...]