PBS NewsHour Weekend Season 1 Episode 11 Season 1, Episode 11
- October 12, 2013
Season 1, Episode 11 of PBS NewsHour Weekend focuses on the ongoing crisis in Syria and the effects it is having on neighboring countries and the refugees fleeing the violence. Correspondent Hari Sreenivasan reports on a new initiative to provide education to Syrian refugee children in Turkey and the challenges that come with implementing such a program. He also speaks with humanitarian workers about the difficulties of providing aid in a region that is constantly changing and dangerous.
The episode also features a segment on the ongoing investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Correspondent Lisa Desjardins speaks with experts about the evidence that has been presented to this point and what it might mean for the future of American politics.
In addition to these major stories, the episode includes segments on a new book about the history of the black press in America, the efforts to save endangered languages around the world, and the challenges facing American farmers in the wake of climate change.
Throughout the episode, reporters and experts provide in-depth analysis and context on the issues at hand. They explore the nuances and complexities of these stories, providing viewers with a deeper understanding of the world around them. As always, PBS NewsHour Weekend goes beyond the headlines to provide comprehensive, thoughtful coverage of the most important issues of our time.