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The latest news on the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Launched in 1970, PBS is a nonprofit organization providing public access and educational television. Largely funded by private donors and organizations, PBS is the home of a number of popular programs, including PBS NewsHour, Frontline, The American Experience and Nova. PBS is also the American broadcaster for a number of foreign programming, including Downton Abbey, The Great British Bakeoff and Keeping Up Appearances. Historically PBS has been the broadcast home of shows like Sesame Street, Mister Rogers Neighborhood and Reading Rainbow.
"Defund PBS" calls made over Donald Trump coverage
"Rhetoric from elected officials or people in power can prompt individual actors to commit acts of violence," said a PBS message accompanying a Trump speech.
'Finding Your Roots' host worried the show wouldn't work with white people
Henry Louis Gates Jr. spoke to Newsweek ahead of the upcoming episode featuring "Succession's" Brian Cox and Oscar winner Viola Davis.
Watch: Ed Norton reacts to slave-owning ancestors in "Finding Your Roots"
"When you read slave aged 8, you just, you want to die," said the "Fight Club" and "Glass Onion" actor after a grim discovery on an upcoming episode PBS show "Finding Your Roots."
How to watch Prince William and Kate Middleton's Boston Earthshot ceremony
The Prince of Wales and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, are celebrating environmental initiatives from around the globe.
Meet the 'Magpie Murders' cast
The "Magpie Murders" is the new murder mystery series on PBS and Britbox.
'Sesame Street' Makes TikTok Debut Much To Viewers' Delight: 'Made My Day'
"You just made soooo many 40-somethings extremely happy," a viewer commented.
'Grantchester' Season 7: PBS Release Date, Cast, Trailer, Plot
Robson Green and Tom Brittney are back for a new instalment of Grantchester. Here's everything you need to know about when the PBS drama returns for Season 7.
'Hotel Portofino' Cast: Who Stars in PBS' New Period Drama?
The latest addition to PBS "Masterpiece" strand is "Hotel Portofino," a sun-drenched period drama set in Italy during the rise of fascism.
'Endeavour' Season 8 Release Date, Cast, Trailer, Plot
The PBS show returns with new adventures for Endeavour Morse on June 19.
Mark Shields Dies at Age 85: 'Encyclopedic Knowledge of U.S. Politics'
Shields served as a left-leaning political commentator on "PBS NewsHour" for over 30 years.
Eerie Ancient Footprints of Adult and Child Walking Together Revealed
"Any parent will recognize that... It's a glimpse backwards [in time]," archaeologist Joe Watkins, a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, told Newsweek.
Why Has 'Endeavour' Been Canceled After 9 Seasons?
British detective drama "Endeavour" is officially coming to an end after nine Seasons.
Frank Ferrante's Groucho Is Still Dangerous and Funny After All These Years
Ferrante talked to Newsweek about the art of comedy, his PBS show about Groucho and why Marx remains relevant.
'Sanditon' Season 3 Release Date: Has the PBS Show Been Renewed?
The PBS show may be coming to the end of its current season. Here's what we know about the future of "Sanditon."
Ken Burns' Benjamin Franklin Doc Release Date and How to Watch
Ken Burns is back with a brand new documentary on PBS that explores the life of U.S. founding father, Benjamin Franklin.
Why Did Theo James Leave 'Sanditon'?
"Sanditon" Season 2 is coming to Masterpiece PBS this month—but the show will be without Theo James as love interest Sidney Parker.
'Sanditon' Season 2 Release Date, Cast, Trailer, How To Watch
"Sanditon" is finally returning to PBS, two years after the first season of the Jane Austen adaptation first aired. Here's what we know about the long-awaited Season 2.
New PBS Doc From Frank DiLella and Cody Williams Is a Valentine to Broadway
The host of Spectrum News NY1's "On Stage," talks to Newsweek about Broadway, the pandemic shutdown and his loving documentary about its reopening.
Independent and Latino Voters Are Deserting Joe Biden
The Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson said a Marist poll should be of concern for Democratic strategists.
Nicola Walker Exit's 'Unforgotten' for Good
"Unforgotten" Season 5 has been given the green light but sadly, DCI Cassie Stuart, played by Nicola Walker will be missing from the new series.
All You Need to Know About 'Unforgotten' Season 5
"Unforgotten" has come to a dramatic end, which includes saying goodbye to one of the British drama's main characters.
Why 'Arthur' Is Ending After 25 Years
"Arthur" has been a mainstay of kid's animation for a quarter of a century, but the PBS Kids show is set to air its last original episodes in 2022.
Vanessa Williams 'Black National Anthem' Controversy Explained
The performance on a PBS show celebrating July 4 sparked outrage among some users on social media who said it was "divisive" and promoted "segregation."
How to Watch National Memorial Day Concert 2021
This year's concert will feature performances from a host of artists, including Gladys Knight, Sara Bareilles and Alan Jackson.
Backlash Over Drag Queen Story Time on PBS Station for Children Aged 3 to 8
The drag queen, known as Lil Miss Hot Mess, sang "the hips on the drag queen go swish, swish, swish."
Unemployment Much Higher than Figures Show, Top White House Adviser Warns
Cecilia Rouse, chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisors, told PBS "we are far from having a healthy economy."
Twitter Rejoices as 'Caillou' Canceled by PBS Kids
"Caillou" is to stop airing on PBS Kids, and parents across the U.S. are taking to social media to celebrate the demise of the "bratty," "evil" character.
'A Charlie Brown Christmas' Is Now Streaming Online For Free
"A Charlie Brown Christmas" has been made available to watch online around the world for free this weekend—and the special is also getting its one U.S. TV airing of the year soon.
All the Best Specials Airing on TV This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving 2020 may feel very different thanks to COVID-19, but many of the usual specials like the Macy's parade are still available to watch on TV to bring a sense of normality.
How to Watch 'Peanuts' Thanksgiving and Christmas Specials
"Peanuts" fans can watch holiday classics like "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" and "A Charlie Brown Christmas" on more than just Apple TV+.
