PBS News Weekend full episode, Oct. 26, 2025

From PBS NewsHour.

Sunday on PBS News Weekend, as Trump kicks off his Asia tour with a stop in Malaysia, tensions appear to ease with China as the two countries say a trade deal may be close. We look at the future of war and why some believe the U.S. may be in “catch up” mode when it comes to the latest technological advances. Plus, the struggle many men face maintaining deep male friendships later in life.

WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS
Trump kicks off Asia trip amid progress on China trade deal

News Wrap: 2 suspects arrested over Louvre jewels theft

Why the U.S. may be in ‘catch up’ mode in the future of war

Why many men struggle to maintain deep male friendships

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00:00 – Intro
01:43 – Trump in Asia
07:56 – News Wrap
10:39 – Future of War
16:47 – Male Friendships
25:15 – Online + Goodnight