Oliver Lazarus appears in the following:
Dental Care in America: A Hidden Public Health Crisis
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Some 49 million Americans live in places where there are not enough dentists. In those areas, it’s often hard to get an appointment, even if you have private insurance.
With Clock Ticking, GOP Repeal and Replace Plan Stalls Again
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
There are four days left for Republicans to pass a healthcare bill that would require only 50 votes. And that means a week of chaos on Capitol Hill.
Beyond Trump: The Issues You May Have Missed At the U.N. General Assembly
Friday, September 22, 2017
President Trump’s speech at the United Nations General Assembly garnered the most attention, but there were a number of important issues on the agenda at this year's assembly.
Witnessing the Rohingya Refugee Crisis
Thursday, September 21, 2017
A firsthand account from a mission to the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, where hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees are fleeing violence.
How the Caribbean's Colonial Past Shapes Hurricane Preparedness
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Each Caribbean island has its own unique history with countries like the U.S., the U.K. and France. But when a hurricane hits, responses between islands vary greatly.
What Drives Gun Violence Outside America's Big Cities
Monday, September 18, 2017
While gun violence continues to decrease in big cities, it is a daily reality in small cities throughout America.
At 9/11 Tribute in Light, A Rare Opportunity for Bird Researchers
Friday, September 15, 2017
For birders, the 9/11 Tribute in Light is a test tube for how birds are affected by light pollution.
California Aims to Become a 'Sanctuary State'
Thursday, September 14, 2017
On Monday, state lawmakers in California reached an agreement on legislation that will make California a so-called “sanctuary state.”
On Capitol Hill, New Realities in the Healthcare Debate
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
While some Republicans push for a plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, Democrats are calling for a Medicare for all system. Could a bipartisan deal be struck?
In Florida, The Politics of Climate Change Crashes Into Reality
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Florida is extremely vulnerable to rising sea levels, but many lawmakers in the state are reluctant to address climate change. Will growing environmental risks shift political attitudes?
Florida Braces for Irma's Impact
Friday, September 08, 2017
As Hurricane Irma enters the mainland U.S., Floridians are preparing for one of the biggest hurricanes in years.
American Women Dominate U.S. Open
Thursday, September 07, 2017
The U.S. Open tennis tournament is now down to its final four, and this year on the women’s side, you’ll only find Americans among the contenders.
Japan Prepares for North Korean Conflict
Wednesday, September 06, 2017
As tensions continue to rise between North Korea and the United States, Japan is being put on high alert.
Behind the Curtain of North Korea
Wednesday, September 06, 2017
To understand the latest from North Korea, we turn to one of the only journalist who has gone undercover in the country.
Global Warming's Role in Hurricane Harvey
Tuesday, September 05, 2017
A discussion with a climate scientist about Hurricane Harvey on what can and can't be attributed to global warming.
Thousands of Rohingyas Flee as Military Violence Worsens
Tuesday, September 05, 2017
In the past week, nearly 50,000 Rohingya Muslims have been on the run from violence, and nearly 20,000 of those are trapped in a no man's land between Myanmar and Bangladesh.
Pre-K: Preparing for the Most Important Year
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
As the benefits of early childhood education become increasingly clear, what kids are learning often does not match up with what's considered best practice.
Deadly Monsoons Leave Parts of South Asia Underwater
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
An extreme monsoon season has flooded vast swaths of India, Bangladesh, and Nepal, leaving more than 1,200 dead.
As Consensus Around Pre-K Grows, Access Still Lags
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Across the country, 40 percent of four year olds are enrolled in some form of publicly-funded early education program. But the question of who gets access all depends on where you live.
Stories From the Storm: How Houston Is Coping Amid Harvey's Wrath
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Across Texas and Louisiana, flood waters from Hurricane Harvey continue to rise, and FEMA estimates that as many as 30,000 people may ultimately need shelter after the storm.