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A research ship approaches the towering ice cliffs of Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier, also known as the "Doomsday Glacier," with floating ice chunks scattered across the frigid water under a clear blue sky.

PBS News Hour Classroom January 12, 2026

'We made it.' Ship arrives at Antarctica's 'Doomsday glacier'

Scientists reach Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” to study melting ice and rising seas—what it means for climate change.

Protesters confront heavily armed federal agents on a snowy residential street in South Minneapolis, following the ICE shooting of Renee Good near Portland Avenue and 34th Street. Officials say Good, an observer, was shot by an ICE agent during a traffic encounter. Photo credit: Chad Davis / chaddavis.photography

PBS News Hour Classroom January 09, 2026

Ex-ICE Chief Calls DHS Rush to Judgment After Minneapolis Shooting ‘Irresponsible’

Community outrage grows after ICE agents fatally shot Renee Good, a legal observer, in South Minneapolis. Here's what witnesses say—and what happens next.

The White House centered between the flags of Greenland and Venezuela, representing U.S. presidential power and foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere.

Andy Kratochvil January 08, 2026

What Can the President Do? Understanding Presidential Power in Venezuela and Greenland

How much power does the president really have in foreign policy?

A smiling student wearing a green shirt and striped bow tie sits in a classroom, part of a Baltimore program using hip-hop to teach social-emotional skills.

PBS News Hour Classroom January 06, 2026

How a School Program From Baltimore Is Using Hip-Hop to Teach Social-Emotional Skills

How can hip-hop help students grow emotionally and socially? This Baltimore-based program is remixing SEL with beats, rhymes, and real talk.

Two news anchors sit at a broadcast desk discussing U.S. foreign policy. Behind them is a large screen displaying a photo of Donald Trump speaking with his hand raised, accompanied by the text "Trump Doctrine."

PBS News Hour Classroom January 06, 2026

What Is the Emerging 'Trump Doctrine' on the Western Hemisphere?

What defines the “Trump Doctrine” in today’s world? This lesson unpacks key themes in former President Trump’s foreign policy and how they affect U.S. global strategy.

President Donald Trump, alongside senior U.S. officials and advisors, sits at a table with laptops and screens during a meeting to oversee Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. military action in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. The group appears focused and serious as they monitor the mission and discuss next steps.

PBS News Hour Classroom January 05, 2026

Trump Says U.S. Will ‘Run’ Venezuela After Capturing Maduro in Surprise Military Attack

U.S. captures Maduro, plans to govern Venezuela.

PBS News Hour Classroom January 02, 2026

Ken Burns' The American Revolution Explores the Beginnings of the Nation's Democracy

This lesson explores the roots of American democracy through Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, with key terms, discussion questions, and primary sources.

Vintage illustration of Knecht Ruprecht riding a horse beside a glowing Christmas tree, carrying a child and holding switches, in a snowy nighttime scene.

PBS News Hour Classroom December 26, 2025

How the Tradition of Santa Claus Has Evolved Over the Centuries

From solemn saint to sleigh-riding icon—trace how Santa Claus has changed through history, blending folklore, faith, and festive tradition.

Visitors view an elaborate sand nativity scene on Las Canteras Beach in the Canary Islands, Spain—part of local Christmas celebrations featured in the global traditions lesson.

PBS News Hour Classroom December 24, 2025

A Look at Christmas Festivities and Traditions Around the World

From nativity sand art on Spain’s beaches to festive food and music across continents, this lesson invites students to explore diverse Christmas traditions and reflect on the meaning of celebration around the world.

Military tank in motion during a training exercise, illustrating U.S. weapons support for Taiwan amid rising tensions with China.

PBS News Hour Classroom December 22, 2025

U.S. Weapons Sales to Taiwan Anger China

Teach the headlines with this lesson on arms sales, international conflict, and global diplomacy.