PBS NewsHour - Science

From destructive wildfires to floods that threaten grape and grain harvests, climate change is altering the nature of wine and spirit production around the world. Food and travel writer Brian Freedman's new book, "Crushed," captures how growers and producers are adapting to sudden and dramatic climate shifts. He joins Geoff Bennett to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Saturday, a coal mine explosion in Turkey on Friday has killed at least 41 people, Russia's Defense Ministry says 11 volunteer soldiers died in a shooting at a training ground, a massive blaze has erupted at an Iranian prison known for keeping political prisoners and protestors, and Alaska has canceled its snow crab fishing season for the first time due to plummeting populations. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Elon Musk said SpaceX can no longer fund the Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine. The service has helped both the Ukrainian military and civilians stay connected during the war with Russia. Musk said the cost is nearly $20 million a month and SpaceX has asked the Pentagon to take over financing. Felicia Schwartz of the Financial Times joined John Yang to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Monday, new violence erupted in Iran amid anti-government protests over the death of a young woman in police custody, North Korea said recent missile tests simulated the use of nuclear weapons to hit South Korean and U.S. targets, Hurricane Julia left at least 19 dead across Central America and China imposed new restrictions after daily COVID cases tripled during a holiday. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The studying and exhibiting of human remains and sacred objects taken from Native American graves and sites have been a source of bitter relations between many cultural institutions and Indigenous tribes. After facing criticism, the University of California, Berkeley is working to repatriate many of those artifacts. Jeffrey Brown reports for our arts and culture series, "CANVAS." PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

For the second year in a row, a severe and sudden salmon collapse is impacting Indigenous residents on Alaska's Yukon River and causing food insecurity. The traditional villages whose ways of life have revolved around the fish for thousands of years are now also facing a devastating loss of culture. Olivia Ebertz reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Wednesday, OPEC is drastically cutting oil production by two million barrels a day to boost sagging prices, Russian President Putin signed documents today to annex four regions of Ukraine as the Russian military is losing its grip on some of the areas and as many as 65 people were killed in an air strike in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Tuesday, Elon Musk reversed course and agreed to buy Twitter after months of legal battles, President Biden and Japan's prime minister discussed the next steps following North Korea's longest-ever ballistic missile test over Japan and a Michigan judge dismissed criminal charges against seven former state government officials linked to the Flint water crisis. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Tia Kennedy is an Indigenous rights activist in Canada. Growing up, she struggled to access Indigenous culture and practices. As an adult, Kennedy says she realized those practices held thousands of years worth of wisdom to help improve individuals and society. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on generational healing. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In the wake of Hurricane Ian, at least 34 people have been confirmed dead -- including 27 in Florida -- a number that is expected to increase. As damage estimates grow, Ian may become one of the costliest storms in U.S. history. John Yang reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

92-year-old Joy Ryan and her grandson Brad Ryan have spent the past seven years crisscrossing the U.S. with the goal of visiting every national park. "Grandma Joy's Road Trip," as they call it on social media, began after Brad found out his grandmother had never seen a mountain before. Joy and Brad Ryan join Geoff Bennett to talk about their adventures. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Hurricane Ian is back on shore after its second landfall on the U.S. mainland. The storm struck near Georgetown, South Carolina Friday afternoon with winds of 85 mph, heavy rain and surging waves. In its wake, officials in Florida confirmed at least 17 dead with vast scenes of wreckage along the state's southwestern coastline. John Yang reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The flooding from Hurricane Ian is so bad in some Florida communities that relief agencies and others are having trouble getting to where they need to be. Journalists are also unable to reach these areas. Wendy Powell, the editor of the Naples Daily News, lives in Naples and is dealing with the storm's aftermath herself. She joined Judy Woodruff to discuss the disaster. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Hurricane Ian left behind massive damage and widespread power outages after tearing through Florida. President Biden declared the storm a major disaster, paving the way for federal funds to support rescue and rebuilding efforts. After crossing the Florida Peninsula, the storm is now back over the water and expected to make a second landfall in the Carolinas. John Yang reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The city of Venice, Florida is about an hour south of Tampa and took its share of damage from Hurricane Ian. Vice Mayor Nick Pachota joined Amna Nawaz to describe what happened in his city. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders