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Scientist Larry Niles is among those leading conservation efforts for the red knot shorebird, whose existence depends on horseshoe crabs in the Delaware Bay. "Crash: A Tale of Two Species" explores the fascinating intersection of the two creatures and our crucial role in their continued survival. Premiering on PBS Sunday, February 10, 2008 at 8 p.m. (check local listings), it is written, produced and narrated by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Allison Argo. Part of the 26th season of the Peabody and Emmy-winning series produced by Thirteen/WNET New York for PBS. Major support provided by Canon U.S.A. Inc., Toyota, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/nature

On this week's TTC Extra: Senator John McCain has jumped to GOP frontrunner status, but which Democratic candidate presents the greatest challenge to his candidacy? See what our panelists think on this week’s To The Contrary Extra. And make sure to tune into this week's edition of To The Contrary on your local PBS station (check local listings). For more information visit our Web site -- http://www.pbs.org/ttc

Sen. Hillary Clinton discusses vice presidential candidates, showing emotion, and the Super Bowl. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200802/20080201.html

Tavis asks Senator Ted Kennedy why so many white, male senators support Barack Obama while the majority of the Congressional Black Caucus supports Hillary Clinton. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080128.html

Senator Ted Kennedy tells Tavis why he is endorsing Barack Obama for president. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080128.html

On this week’s TTC Extra: What impact will former President Bill Clinton's negative remarks on Senator Barack Obama have on his wife Hillary Clinton's campaign? For more information visit our Web site -- http://www.pbs.org/ttc

Watch “Rules of Engagement,” coming February 19, 2008 at 9 pm on PBS (check local listings) and online at http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/haditha/ What really happened in Haditha? Watch FRONTLINE on air and online beginning February 19, 2008. FRONTLINE cuts through the fog of war to reveal the untold story of what happened in Haditha, Iraq—where twenty-four of the town’s residents were killed by U.S. forces in what many in the media branded “Iraq’s My Lai.” With accusations swirling that the Marines massacred Iraqi civilians “in cold blood,” the Haditha incident has led to one of the largest criminal cases against U.S. troops in the Iraq war. But real questions have emerged about what really happened that day, and who is responsible. Through television interviews with Iraqi survivors and Marines accused of war crimes, FRONTLINE investigates this incident and what it can tell us about the harrowing moral and legal landscape the U.S. military faces in Iraq.

AMERICAN MASTERS Pete Seeger: The Power of Song airs February 27 on PBS (check local listings). For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/americanmasters Pete Seeger helped introduce America to its own musical heritage, devoting his life to using the power of sing as a force for social change. Standing strong for deeply-held beliefs, Seeger went from the top of the pop charts to the top of the blacklist and was banned from American commercial television for more than 17 years. This determined singer/songwriter made his voice heard and encouraged the people of the world to sing out along with him. Now almost 90, Seeger continues to invigorate and inspire the musicians who help tell his story- including Joan Baez, Bruce Springsteen, Natalie Maines, Tom Paxton, Arlo Guthrie, and others. In this online-only premiere, Pete Seeger performs a song called “Quite Early Morning.” AMERICAN MASTERS is produced for PBS by Thirteen/WNET New York.

Reporter: David Montero http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/blog/2008/01/pakistan_blacko.html FRONTLINE/World reporter David Montero interviews Talat Hussain, news director for the Pakistani channel, Aaj TV. Hussain discusses how and why Aaj tv was shut down in the fall of 2007.

AMERICAN MASTERS Pete Seeger: The Power of Song airs February 27 on PBS (check local listings). For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/americanmasters Pete Seeger helped introduce America to its own musical heritage, devoting his life to using the power of sing as a force for social change. Standing strong for deeply-held beliefs, Seeger went from the top of the pop charts to the top of the blacklist and was banned from American commercial television for more than 17 years. This determined singer/songwriter made his voice heard and encouraged the people of the world to sing out along with him. Now almost 90, Seeger continues to invigorate and inspire the musicians who help tell his story- including Joan Baez, Bruce Springsteen, Natalie Maines, Tom Paxton, Arlo Guthrie, and others. In this video clip, Pete Seeger explains why he enjoys working with children. AMERICAN MASTERS is produced for PBS by Thirteen/WNET New York.

Reporter: David Montero http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/blog/2008/01/pakistan_blacko.html FRONTLINE/World reporter David Montero interviews Talat Hussain, news director for the Pakistani channel, Aaj TV. Hussain discusses how and why Aaj tv was shut down in the fall of 2007.

AMERICAN MASTERS Pete Seeger: The Power of Song airs February 27 on PBS (check local listings). For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/americanmasters Pete Seeger helped introduce America to its own musical heritage, devoting his life to using the power of sing as a force for social change. Standing strong for deeply-held beliefs, Seeger went from the top of the pop charts to the top of the blacklist and was banned from American commercial television for more than 17 years. This determined singer/songwriter made his voice heard and encouraged the people of the world to sing out along with him. Now almost 90, Seeger continues to invigorate and inspire the musicians who help tell his story- including Joan Baez, Bruce Springsteen, Natalie Maines, Tom Paxton, Arlo Guthrie, and others. AMERICAN MASTERS is produced for PBS by Thirteen/WNET New York.

Tavis asks Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. what has changed since he ran for president 20 years ago. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080124.html

So you think you can take an ordinary science idea and turn it into an extraordinary online video? Well, here's your chance to prove it. WIRED SCIENCE wants high school students to share their science know-how with the world. By joining our Student Video Contest they can show off their science savvy for a chance to win $2,000! Entries are due April 1, 2008. Winners will be announced May 17, 2008. Visit http://www.pbs.org/wiredscience for details.

Ancient Greek architects were on to something when they built the Parthenon with subtle curves and no right angles. While it remains debatable, some scholars argue that these features were intended to counter the brain's tendency to see optical illusions. http://www.pbs.org/nova/parthenon Watch "Secrets of the Parthenon" Tuesday, January 29 at 8pm ET/PT on PBS (check local listings). Or join us online at http://www.pbs.org/nova/parthenon "Secrets of the Parthenon" is a Providence Pictures production for NOVA and WGBH Boston in association with Studio International and ARTE France. Funding for NOVA is provided by David H. Koch, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and public television viewers. Additional funding for "Secrets of the Parthenon" is provided by The Solow Art and Architecture Foundation. To learn more, visit http://www.pbs.org/nova/parthenon

Tavis asks Carl Bernstein why the battle between the Clintons and Barack Obama is different than other political contests. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080123.html

Juno director Jason Reitman tells Tavis about finding out that he was nominated for an Academy Award. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080123.html

Few people have ever laid eyes on Australia’s spectacular and elusive palm cockatoo. Its deliberate use of drumming to attract a mate is just one of the wild behaviors captured up close in “Parrots in the Land of Oz,” premiering on PBS Sunday, January 27 at 8 p.m. (check local listings). Academy Award-winning actor F. Murray Abraham narrates the film, part of the 26th season of “NATURE,” the Peabody and Emmy award-winning series produced by Thirteen/WNET New York for PBS. Major corporate support provided by Canon U.S.A. Inc. and Toyota. For more information, visit pbs.org/nature

The ability of the budgerigar to see ultraviolet light plays a crucial role in the budgie mating game. They’re just one of Australia’s flamboyant parrot species whose wild behaviors are captured up close in “Parrots in the Land of Oz,” premiering on PBS Sunday, January 27 at 8 p.m. (check local listings). Academy Award-winning actor F. Murray Abraham narrates the film, part of the 26th season of “NATURE,” the Peabody and Emmy award-winning series produced by Thirteen/WNET New York for PBS. Major corporate support provided by Canon U.S.A. Inc. and Toyota. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/nature

From the arid desert Outback to lush rainforests and snow-covered mountains, “NATURE” looks at the clever mating games and survival skills of Australia’s many flamboyant parrot species in “Parrots in the Land of Oz,” premiering on PBS Sunday, January 27 at 8 p.m. (check local listings). Academy Award-winning actor F. Murray Abraham narrates the film, part of the 26th season of the Peabody and Emmy award-winning series produced by Thirteen/WNET New York for PBS. Major corporate support provided by Canon U.S.A. Inc. and Toyota. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/nature

In this Web-only clip learn about how Ed Sullivan rewrote Phyllis Diller's jokes, leaving her to make a tough decision. To see more on Phyllis Diller tune in to PIONEERS OF TELEVISION premiering on Wednesday, January 2 at 8 – 9 PT EST and airing every Wednesday until January 23 on PBS (check local listings). To learn more about PIONEERS OF TELEVISION go to http://www.pbs.org/pioneersoftelevision/

Listen to Phyllis Diller comment on her first-ever television appearance on You Bet Your Life, with Groucho Marx. To see more on Phyllis Diller tune in to PIONEERS OF TELEVISION premiering on Wednesday, January 2 at 8 – 9 PT EST and airing every Wednesday until January 23 on PBS (check local listings). To learn more about PIONEERS OF TELEVISION go to http://www.pbs.org/pioneersoftelevision/

On this week's TTC Extra: Why are fewer American women having abortions? See what our panelists think on this week’s To The Contrary Extra. And make sure to tune into this week's edition of To The Contrary on your local PBS station (check local listings). For more information visit our Web site -- http://www.pbs.org/ttc

A Bill Moyers essay on Martin Luther King, Jr., LBJ, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For more go to http://www.pbs.org/moyers

PBS airdate: Friday, January 18, 2008 8:30 p.m. (check local listings). For more information visit http://www.pbs.org/now/shows/403/index.html With the primary season underway, America is focused on whether the next president will be Democrat or Republican. Meanwhile, within the Democratic Party another struggle is unfolding. NOW on PBS reports on a rift between progressives who believe the party has sold out its liberal values and centrists eager to capture a broad swath of the more conservative voters. It's a struggle that is taking place at all levels of government. In this interview, Senior Correspondent Maria Hinojosa talks with Matt Bai, author of The Argument: Billionaires, Bloggers, and the Battle to Remake Democratic Politics. They discuss how the progressive blogosphere has changed Democratic politics and what progressives stand for ideologically.

Reporter Isaac Solotaroff provides an update to his previous FRONTLINE/World story, "The 99." In this story, Naif al-Mutawa ventures to Indonesia to launch The 99, the first comic book with Muslim heroes based on Islamic culture. For more: http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/rough/2008/01/indonesia_wham.html

Jurnee Smollett tells Tavis what she learned from her role in The Great Debaters. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080118.html

Tavis talks to Christine Farris King about the impact her brother Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination continues to have on her forty years later. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080121.html

Company, the 2007 Tony Award winner for Best Musical Revival, airs February 20 on PBS’ GREAT PERFORMANCES series. (check local listings) Long before Sex and the City, the Stephen Sondheim/George Furth musical Company took an unconventional look at love and commitment in complex modern New York. The 1970 era-defining classic was - and is - an honest, funny and sophisticated portrayal of five married couples as seen through the eyes of their mutual friend Robert, a waffling, 35-year-old bachelor evaluating the pros and cons of wedded life. Raúl Esparza, who won Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for his portrayal of leading man Robert, heads the cast of actor-musicians. John Doyle (Sweeney Todd) directs. In this video clip, Heather Laws as Amy sings "Getting Married Today." GREAT PERFORMANCES is produced for PBS by Thirteen/WNET New York. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/gperf

Company, the 2007 Tony Award winner for Best Musical Revival, airs February 20 on PBS’ GREAT PERFORMANCES series. (check local listings) Long before Sex and the City, the Stephen Sondheim/George Furth musical Company took an unconventional look at love and commitment in complex modern New York. The 1970 era-defining classic was - and is - an honest, funny and sophisticated portrayal of five married couples as seen through the eyes of their mutual friend Robert, a waffling, 35-year-old bachelor evaluating the pros and cons of wedded life. Raúl Esparza, who won Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for his portrayal of leading man Robert, heads the cast of actor-musicians. John Doyle (Sweeney Todd) directs. In this video clip, Raúl Esparza and Company sings "Side by Side by Side." GREAT PERFORMANCES is produced for PBS by Thirteen/WNET New York. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/gperf

MIT physicist Daniel Kleppner explains how matter changes as it is reduced in temperature and nears -459.67 degrees F, or absolute zero. Watch NOVA's "The Race for Absolute Zero," streaming online at http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/zero/program.html Catch NOVA every Tuesday night on PBS. Or join us online at http://www.pbs.org/nova Absolute Zero is a production of Windfall Films Ltd. and Meridian Productions for TPT/Twin Cities Public Television and WGBH/NOVA in association with the BBC. NOVA is produced by WGBH in Boston. Funding for NOVA is provided by David H. Koch, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and public television viewers. To learn more, visit http://www.pbs.org/nova/zero

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Jendayi Frazer explains the difference between voting irregularities in the United States and Kenya. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080114.html

A downloadable video game about eating, obesity and the politics of nutrition, FATWORLD reconstructs a playful, small-scale society where players own and operate a restaurant, purchase groceries, create and share recipes and make nutritional decisions over the life of a character. Visit the Web site for more: http://www.fatworld.com FATWORLD is an Independent Lens Web-Exclusive online game and an Electric Shadows project. The Electric Shadows initiative, presented by ITVS Interactive and funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, presents innovative Web-original projects that offer untold, provocative stories by today's independent storytellers. Electric Shadows projects are available online as a special feature of the Independent Lens Web site at PBS.org. http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/interactive.html

On this week’s TTC Extra: Should politics and work mix? And make sure to tune into this week’s edition of To The Contrary on your local PBS station (check local listings). For more information visit our Web site -- http://www.pbs.org/ttc

In this Web-only clip Jonathan Winters elaborates on why he was a favorite variety show guest and tells his favorite Dean Martin story. To see more on Jonathan Winters tune in to PIONEERS OF TELEVISION premiering on Wednesday, January 2 at 8 – 9 PT EST and airing every Wednesday until January 23 on PBS (check local listings). To learn more about PIONEERS OF TELEVISION go to http://www.pbs.org/pioneersoftelevision/

In this Web-only clip Tim Conway details the shortest-lived series ever, “Turn On” which was cancelled while the first episode was still on-the-air. To see more on Tim Conway tune in to PIONEERS OF TELEVISION premiering on Wednesday, January 2 at 8 – 9 PT EST and airing every Wednesday until January 23 on PBS (check local listings). To learn more about PIONEERS OF TELEVISION go to http://www.pbs.org/pioneersoftelevision/

Carlos Santana's son Salvador talks about going on stage at his father's concerts. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080111.html

We can't see dark matter, and some skeptics doubt its existence, but many scientists think it makes up 20-some percent of our universe. Astronomer Doug Clowe explains how the Bullet Cluster, a group of galaxies billions of light years away, may shed some light on this mysterious stuff. Don't miss NOVAscienceNOW, airing every Wednesday night during the summer of 2008 on PBS. Watch past episodes of the program, try out interactives, and more on our Web site: http://www.pbs.org/nova/sciencenow Video podcast produced by Melissa Salpietra and Susan K. Lewis. Edited and narrated by Melissa Salpietra. Original footage and interviews produced by Julia Cort. NOVA is produced by WGBH in Boston. Funding for NOVA is provided by The DOW Chemical Company, David H. Koch, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and public television viewers.

Reporter Elena Ghanotakis spends a day in the life of a **** crisis center in Cape Town, South Africa. For more: http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/rough/2008/01/south_africa_ev.html

Ellen Page (Juno) explains how she stays levelheaded and comments on Britney and Jamie Lynn Spears. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080110.html

Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright shares advice she offered Sen. Clinton on being the first woman president. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080110.html

Former Senator Bill Bradley tells Tavis why Barack Obama would transform our sense of what is possible as president. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080109.html

Lupe Fiasco tells Tavis how he sneaks difficult, social subject matter into his music. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080109.html

Gen. Colin Powell comments on Barack Obama's campaign and reflects on his own decision whether or not to run for president. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080107.html

On this week's TTC Extra: What will Benazir Bhutto’s legacy for women be? See what our panelists think on this week’s To The Contrary Extra. And make sure to tune into this week's edition of To The Contrary on your local PBS station (check local listings). For more information visit our Web site -- http://www.pbs.org/ttc

In this Web-only clip Florence Henderson talks about an unexpected event during a live television appearance. To see more on Florence Henderson tune in to PIONEERS OF TELEVISION premiering on Wednesday, January 2 at 8 – 9 PT EST and airing every Wednesday until January 23 on PBS (check local listings). To learn more about PIONEERS OF TELEVISION go to http://www.pbs.org/pioneersoftelevision/

In this Web-only clip from the PIONEERS OF TELEVISION Betty White talks about being the first woman ever to produce a sitcom—even before Lucille Ball. To see more on Betty White tune in to PIONEERS OF TELEVISION premiering on Wednesday, January 2 at 8 – 9 PT EST and airing every Wednesday until January 23 on PBS (check local listings). To learn more about PIONEERS OF TELEVISION go to http://www.pbs.org/pioneersoftelevision/

Denzel Washington responds to the debate over why some of his roles haven't been honored by the Academy. Check local listings for airdates of Tavis Smiley on PBS. For more information, see http://www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/archive/200801/20080108.html

With unprecedented access, this intimate documentary goes behind the scenes with Africa's first freely elected female head of state, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, president of Liberia. The film explores the challenges facing the new president and the extraordinary women surrounding her as they develop and implement policy to rebuild their ravaged country and prevent a descent back into civil war. IRON LADIES OF LIBERIA premieres Tuesday, March 18 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Terrence Howard, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide. Visit the Web site for more: http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/ironladies/

HARD ROAD HOME follows two former felons in different stages of life "on the outside." Julio is a former drug dealer who has committed his life to the East Harlem program that helps break the cycle of incarceration. Alberto, who idolizes Julio, is a success story in the making but still struggles with his old demons on a daily basis. HARD ROAD HOME premieres Tuesday, February 26 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Terrence Howard, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide. Visit the Web site for more: http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/hardroadhome/