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The New Gulag - Mental Health Detentions And The Criminalization Of Dissent John & Nisha Whitehead Aug 6, 2025 The Government’s War On Homelessness—Much Like Its War On Terrorism, Its War On Drugs, Its War On Illegal Immigration, And Its War On COVID-19—Is Yet Another Trojan Horse. First, President Trump issues an executive order empowering federal agencies to clear out homeless encampments and lock up the homeless in mental institutions using involuntary civil commitment laws intended for dealing with individuals experiencing mental health crises. Days later, a gunman allegedly suffering from a mental illness opens fire in New York City, killing four before turning the gun on himself. Coming on the heels of Trump’s executive order aimed at “ending crime and disorder on America’s streets,” the shooting has all the makings of a modern-day Reichstag fire: a tragedy weaponized to justify allowing the government to use mental illness as a pretext for locking more people up without due process. An Orwellian exercise in doublespeak, Trump’s executive order suggests that jailing the homeless, rather than providing them with affordable housing, is the “compassionate” solution to homelessness. According to USA Today, social workers, medical experts and mental health service providers say the president’s approach “will likely worsen homelessness across the country, particularly because Trump’s order contains no new funding for mental health or drug treatment. Additionally, they say the president appears to misunderstand the fundamental driver of homelessness: People can’t afford housing.” And then comes the kicker: Trump wants to see more use of civil commitments (forced detentions) for anyone who is perceived as posing a risk “to themselves or the public or are living on the streets and cannot care for themselves in appropriate facilities for appropriate periods of time.” Translation: the government wants to use homelessness as a pretext for indefinitely locking up anyone who might pose a threat to its chokehold on police state power. When you consider the ramifications of giving the American police state that kind of authority to preemptively neutralize a potential threat, you’ll understand why some might view these looming mental health round-ups with trepidation. By directing police to carry out forced detentions of individuals based not on criminal behavior but on perceived mental instability or drug use, the Trump administration is attempting to sidestep fundamental constitutional protections—due process, probable cause, and the presumption of innocence—by substituting medical discretion for legal standards. Taken to its authoritarian limits, this could allow the government to weaponize the label of mental illness as a means of exiling dissidents who refuse to march in lockstep with its dictates. Once the government is allowed to control the narrative over who is deemed mentally unfit, mental health care could become yet another pretext for pathologizing dissent in order to disarm and silence the government’s critics. Take heed: this has the potential to become the next phase of the government’s war on thought crimes, cloaked in the guise of public health and safety. This is not about public safety. It’s about control. We’ve seen this tactic before. When governments seek to suppress dissent without provoking outrage, they turn to psychiatric labels. Throughout history, from Cold War-era Soviet gulags to modern pre-crime initiatives, authoritarian regimes have used psychiatric labels to isolate, discredit, and eliminate dissidents. As historian Anne Applebaum notes, administrative exile, which required no trial and due process, “was an ideal punishment not only for troublemakers as such, but also for political opponents of the regime.” The word “gulag” refers to a labor or concentration camp where prisoners; oftentimes political prisoners or so-called “enemies of the state,” real or imagined, were imprisoned as punishment for their crimes against the state. Soviet dissidents were often declared mentally ill, institutionalized in prisons disguised as psychiatric hospitals, and subjected to forced medication and psychological torture. Totalitarian regimes used such tactics to isolate political dissidents from the rest of society, discredit their ideas, and break them physically and mentally. What’s unfolding in America is the modern police state’s version of that same script. Civil commitment laws are found in all states and employed throughout American history. Under the doctrines of parens patriae and police power, the government already claims authority to confine those deemed unable to act in their own best interest or who pose a threat to society. When fused, these doctrines give the state enormous discretion to preemptively lock people up based on speculative future threats, not actual crimes. This discretion is now expanding at warp speed. The result is a Nanny State mindset carried out with the militant force of the Police State. Once dissent is equated with danger—and danger with illness—those who challenge the state become medicalized threats, subject to detention not for what they’ve done, but for what they believe. We’ve already seen what happens when dissent is pathologized and criminalized, and civil commitment laws are weaponized. Now, under the banner of mental health, the same dragnet is being equipped with red flag gun laws, predictive policing, and involuntary detention authority. In theory, these laws are meant to prevent harm. In practice, they punish thought, not conduct. Trump’s latest executive order doesn’t just target the homeless—it establishes a precedent for rounding up anyone deemed a threat to the government’s version of law and order. The same playbook that pathologized opposition to war or police brutality as “Oppositional Defiant Disorder” could now be used to classify political dissent as a psychiatric illness. This is not hyperbole. The government’s ability to silence dissent by labeling it as dangerous or diseased is well documented—and now it’s about to be codified into law. While the intention may appear reasonable—disarming people who pose an “immediate danger” to themselves or others—the problem arises when you put the power to determine who is a potential danger in the hands of a police state that equates dissent with extremism. As I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, we are fast approaching a future where you can be locked up for the thoughts you think, the beliefs you hold, or the questions you ask. The government will use any excuse to suppress dissent and control the narrative. It will start with the homeless. Then the mentally ill. Then the so-called extremists. Then the critics, the contrarians, and the constitutionalists. Eventually, it will come for anyone who dares to get in the government's way. This is how tyranny rises. This is how freedom falls. Unless we resist this creeping mental health gulag, the prison gates will eventually close on us all. Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an attorney and author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of constitutional law, human rights and popular culture. John Whitehead's commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org . Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org Previous Next

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Live Each Day With A Never-Quit Mindset February 3, 2023 Share After his father’s premature death and his mother’s downward spiral into Acoholism, David Dennis was removed from the only home he’d ever known by Child Protective Services. Years later, his mother died in a house fire of her own making. The trauma was overwhelming. “After the very people on whom you most depend let you down, it’s difficult to imagine that any place can be safe,” Dennis wrote in the introduction to his new book, Gameness: Land On Your Feet, Not On Your Feelings. "Gameness, n. - The quality of mind enabling one to face danger or hardship resolutely: bravery, courage, fearlessness, fortitude, gallantry, heart, intrepidity, mettle, nerve, pluck, spirit, stoutheartedness, undauntedness, valiantness, valor." Through a newfound faith in God and an education in marriage and family counseling, Dennis was able to find a healthy detachment from his past trauma and start seeing his life as a potential to be realized — not a problem to be solved. His personal and professional journeys revealed much about change, growth, purpose, of course, gameness and he shares what he learned between the covers of his book. Gameness is divided into four sections, each of which takes a deep dive into four defining characteristics of gameness and the choices people can make to live according to these attributes: Upgrade Your Perspective: A Never-Quit Mindset, Fulfill Your Potential: Resoluteness To A Purpose, Tackle Your Problems: A Fighting Spirit And Master Your Performance: The Will Required to Act. These aren’t academic concepts to Dennis. He has lived them, refined them and now, he’s sharing his valuable insights to help readers unlock the life-changing possibilities of developing a mindset of gameness. “We will live each day in the face of adversity that demands something of us,” Dennis said. “It’s this universal truth that makes gameness life’s most important attribute.” About The Author David Dennis is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Eckerd Connects, one of the nation’s largest nonprofits providing Workforce Development, Job Corps, Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare Services across the country. He has earned certifications as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist and Child Care Administrator. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Oklahoma Baptist University and a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Becky, live in Clearwater, Florida. They have five grown children. Learn more at: www.GamenessLeadership.com Or connect with the author at: www.linkedin.com/in/david-dennis-796845227 < Previous News Next News >

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The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival - Local Movie Fans To Revel In World-Class Premieres And Special Appearances By Award-Winning Filmmakers South Florida Sun Times Sep 10, 2026 The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival (SASIFF), Presented By MorseLife, Today Announced That It Will Return For A Fifth Season Early Next Year, Promising Hot, New, Award-Winning Movies From All Over The World, From Thrilling, Powerful Dramas And Side-Splitting Comedies To Thought-Provoking Documentaries. The Film Festival Will Run From Thursday, January 28th, 2027 Through Wednesday February 10th, 2027, With Celebrated Screenings At Several Conveniently Located Cinemas Throughout Palm Beach County. ‘We will offer motion picture treats for every audience, from sophisticated cinephiles to popcorn-munching film fans,” promises the festival’s Co-founders Donald M. Ephraim and Terri Sriberg. “In addition, SASIFF will offer multiple opportunities for audience members to hear directly from key filmmakers and production participants during live Q&A sessions.” A glittery Opening Night celebration is scheduled for Thursday, January 28th, 2027 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401. The evening will begin with a lively international-themed cocktail reception with light bites and beverages in the Cohen Pavilion at 6 p.m., followed by a premiere screening of a powerful new film in the Rinker Playhouse. Tickets are $90 and will be available for purchase online at: www.kravis.org once films are announced. The Festival’s Artistic Director is Barbara Scharres, the Former Director of Programming at the Gene Siskel Film Center at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A full list of films to be shown at SASIFF 2027 will be publicly announced before the end of this year and will be available at: https://sasiff.org . About The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival: Presented by MorseLife, SASIFF makes a major contribution to the cultural life of Palm Beach County by presenting highly anticipated, critically acclaimed, and thought-provoking “must see” movies for everyone, including those seeking films directed by women, Jewish themed, targeted or LGBTQ+ audiences, or in a variety of languages from around the world—a cinematic plethora that ranges from animation to thrillers, from rom-coms to revealing documentaries. Plus, numerous state, county, and local Premieres. The festival is a trail blazer in bring forth unique films. For more information about purchasing tickets or becoming a sponsor, please visit: https://sasiff.org,www.facebook.com/DME.SASIFF . And: www.twitter.com/dmesasiff . Or: www.instagram.com/dme_sasiff . Or contact: info@sasiff.org . Or: (561) 220-6735. About MorseLife: MorseLife serves more than 3,600 seniors every day on its campus in West Palm Beach and through its community outreach programs. Founded in 1983, MorseLife is a provider of health care and residential services for seniors in Palm Beach County. A charitable, Not-For-Profit Organization, its programs also include short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, independent and assisted living, memory care assisted living, hospice, home health care, care management, meals-on-wheels, and PACE. Since its beginnings, MorseLife has built a reputation and tradition of caring for seniors with excellence, dignity, and compassion. For more information, visit: https://morselife.org . Or: www.facebook.com/MorseLife . Or: www.twitter.com/MorseLifeHealth . Or: www.instagram.com/morselifehealth . Or: www.linkedin.com/company/morselife-inc-/ . Or contact: info@morselife.org . Sun & Stars International Film Festival Co-Founders Donald M. Ephraim and Terri Sriberg (Photo Credit: Capehart) Previous Next

Hallandale Beach Student Awarded National STEAM Scholarship South Florida Sun Times Jul 3, 2025 The Role Tech Plays In Our Daily Lives Is Growing, And Stem Fields Are Providing More Opportunities Than Ever For People Of All Ages. For Her Contributions To The Field, Anna Zavadski, An NSU University School Senior From Hallandale Beach, Florida, Was Awarded The Steam Scholarship By National Society Of High School Scholars (NSHSS). Anna started a chapter of Girls Who Code at her school. She visited low-income schools to teach elementary students how to make games in Scratch and use Wonder Dash robots, spoke with pioneering women in STEM for a speaker series she launched, and coded an extensive portfolio of projects ranging from fun birthday cards to programs advocating for social issues. In addition to computer science, Anna is also passionate about environmental issues. Seeing harmful algal blooms blanket the shores of the beaches she lives near inspired her to dedicate her school research project to learning how to predict algal blooms on Florida’s west coast. She also completed a Mapping Justice program, writing a capstone on the impact hurricanes have on vulnerable Florida communities and creating maps that display a correlation between regions frequently hit by hurricanes and low-income counties. In college, Anna is excited to study computer science with the goal to become an AI Engineer. She aims to humanize technology, advocating for the ethical development of new software and AI. Anna says, "I embrace the challenge that computer science and environmental science bring to my creativity, logic, and advocacy, and am certain that I’ll be part of the movement shaping the future of technology and society at the speed of light." About National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) NSHSS is the premier honors and scholarship program co-founded by Claes Nobel of the Nobel Prize family and James Lewis. NSHSS offers a lifetime of benefits, pairing the highest performing students worldwide with college scholarships, events, connections, internships, and career opportunities that begin in high school and carry on through college and career. For more information, visit: https://www.nshss.org/ . Previous Next

How Retiree Insurance Interacts With Medicare September 19, 2024 Share Retirement marks a significant milestone in one’s life, often accompanied by transitions in healthcare coverage. For many retirees, understanding how retiree insurance interacts with Medicare becomes crucial for maintaining comprehensive health benefits. As you approach this phase of life, it’s essential to grasp the intricacies to make informed decisions that safeguard your Health and Financial Well-Being. The Intersection of Retiree Insurance and Medicare Upon retirement, individuals may be eligible for continued health coverage through their former employer, commonly known as retiree insurance. This coverage can vary widely in terms of benefits and costs, prompting retirees to carefully assess its compatibility with Medicare. Medicare, the Federal Health Insurance Program primarily for those aged 65 and older, consists of Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance), which cover Hospital Stays, Doctor Visits, and other Medical Services. Retiree health benefits often differ from active employee benefits and may vary depending on your former employer or union. It’s crucial to consult with your employer's benefits administrator to ascertain: Changes in Coverage: Determine if your retiree benefits differ from those provided during your employment. Creditable Drug Coverage: Verify if your retiree plan offers Prescription Drug Coverage that is considered creditable under Medicare Guidelines. Supplemental Coverage: Check if your retiree plan includes Supplemental Coverage that coordinates effectively with Medicare, potentially reducing Out-Of-Pocket Expenses. Retiree plans may offer additional benefits, such as Extended Hospital Stays or coverage for services not typically covered by Medicare. However, understanding the specifics and limitations of your retiree coverage is vital to avoid unexpected costs. Enrolling in Medicare Most retirees become eligible for Medicare at age 65. It’s important to enroll in Medicare Part A and Part B to ensure you receive full benefits, especially if your retiree coverage requires Medicare enrollment for coordination. Delaying enrollment beyond your initial eligibility period can result in penalties, so timely enrollment is advised unless you qualify for a special enrollment period due to active employment. Coordination of Benefits When you have both Medicare and retiree coverage, Medicare generally pays first for your healthcare expenses, with any remaining costs submitted to your retiree plan. This coordination ensures that you receive comprehensive coverage without unnecessary expenses. Medicare Drug Coverage and Retiree Plans Medicare Part D provides Prescription Drug Coverage, but retirees with existing retiree drug plans must assess if their coverage is creditable. Creditable coverage is equivalent to Medicare’s prescription drug coverage, preventing penalties for late enrollment in Part D. Retiree plans are required to inform you annually whether their drug coverage meets Medicare’s standards. Retirees facing financial constraints may qualify for Extra Help, a Medicare program that assists with prescription drug costs. Even with creditable retiree drug coverage, exploring eligibility for Extra Help could significantly reduce Out-Of-Pocket Expenses. It’s advisable to consult your benefits administrator to explore this option thoroughly. Supplementing Medicare Coverage While Medicare covers a significant portion of healthcare expenses, it doesn’t cover all costs. Retirees often consider purchasing Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) policies to fill gaps in coverage, such as deductibles and coinsurance. It’s crucial to note that purchasing a Medigap policy is easiest during your Initial Enrollment Period for Medicare Part B. Delaying enrollment may limit your options or increase costs. Navigating Choices Deciding whether to purchase a Medigap policy alongside retiree coverage requires careful consideration of individual healthcare needs and financial circumstances. State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) offer free counseling to retirees, providing unbiased guidance on Medigap policies and other Medicare-related concerns. Navigating retiree insurance and Medicare can seem daunting, but with proper understanding and proactive planning, retirees can secure comprehensive healthcare coverage tailored to their needs. Consultation with your employer’s benefits administrator and leveraging resources like SHIPs ensures informed decisions that optimize healthcare benefits and financial security during retirement. As you prepare for this new chapter, remember that staying informed and seeking personalized advice are key to navigating the complexities of retiree health coverage with confidence. By taking these steps, retirees can embrace their new phase of life with peace of mind and assurance in their healthcare coverage. For more information, visit: https://www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/medicare-basics/working-past-65/retiree-insurance < Previous News Next News >

Making Rental Homes More Affordable In Hallandale Beach December 30, 2024 Share Federal Home Loan Bank Of Atlanta Awards More Than $55 Million For Affordable Housing Development Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta) recently announced the recipients of its 2024 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) General Fund awards. Through the program, more than $55 Million in grant funding is being awarded to 66 affordable housing initiatives in 12 states and Washington D.C. to assist in the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, or preservation of more than 4,200 affordable rental and home ownership units. Blue Sky Dania Beach was awarded over $600,000 for a development in Hallandale Beach. BLUE SKY DANIA BEACH Grant: $631,500 for 22 rental units Total Development Cost: $6,203,950 Description: AHP funds will be used for the rehabilitation of 22 multifamily rental units in Hallandale Beach. “Each year, we are proud of how our member institutions leverage this annual fund to strengthen their communities and expand access to affordable housing,” said FHLBank Atlanta President and CEO Kirk Malmberg. “In total, FHLBank Atlanta contributed a record $120 Million this year to affordable housing and community development efforts, and across the Federal Home Loan Bank System, more than $1 Billion is being deployed in 2024 to address the growing need for affordable housing nationwide.” AHP General Funds are awarded annually through a competitive application process and distributed through FHLBank Atlanta member financial institutions. Since the program’s inception in 1990, FHLBank Atlanta Bank has awarded more than $921 Million in General Fund grants, providing more than 138,000 housing opportunities for moderate-, low-, and very low-income households. FHLBank Atlanta’s Director of Community Investment Services Tomeka Strickland said, “We are pleased to partner with 31 member financial institutions and 57 local developers and community organizations whose commitment and dedication make it possible to bring these resources into communities. Together, we are building stronger communities, ensuring more families have a safe, affordable place to call home.” The Bank’s Targeted Community Lending Plan and the AHP Implementation Plan will be published in January 2025 in preparation for the next AHP General Fund round to open during the second quarter of 2025. Potential applicants must work with an FHLBank Atlanta member financial institution to complete the AHP application. A list of member financial institutions is available on the FHLBank Atlanta website at: www.fhlbatl.com . About FHLBank Atlanta FHLBank Atlanta offers competitively-priced financing, community development grants, and other banking services to help member financial institutions make affordable home mortgages and provide economic development credit to neighborhoods and communities. The Bank’s members—its shareholders and customers—are commercial banks, credit unions, savings institutions, community development financial institutions, and insurance companies located in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. FHLBank Atlanta is one of 11 district Banks in the Federal Home Loan Bank System. Since 1990, the FHLBanks have awarded approximately $9.1 Billion in Affordable Housing Program funds, assisting more than 1.2 million households. For more information, visit their website at: www.fhlbatl.com . < Previous News Next News >

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Honoring Courage And Legacy - The National Memorial Day Concert And Victory In The Pacific Headline May On South Florida PBS South Florida Sun Times May 7, 2026 South Florida PBS (WPBT, WXEL, And The Health Channel) Presents A May Lineup Honoring Service, Heritage, And Storytelling. Highlights Include The 36th Annual National Memorial Day Concert Live From Washington, D.C., Along With Waal River Crossing: 1944 And American Experience: The Victory In The Pacific. The Month Also Celebrates Asian American And Pacific Islander Heritage Month With Finding Your Roots, Independent Lens, And American Masters: W.E.B. Du Bois. This month, we celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday and his extraordinary legacy of bringing the natural world to life for audiences across the globe. Nature & Science: This month, we celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday and his extraordinary legacy of bringing the natural world to life for audiences across the globe. Enjoy this list of programming narrated by Sir David Attenborough: Attenborough and the Wonder of Song explores the extraordinary role of sound in the animal kingdom. Airing Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. on WPBT and Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at 4:30 a.m. on WXEL. Programming Highlights: Explore the richness of Chinese history in The Story of China with Michael Wood – Golden Age/The Ming, uncovering a lost ancient city in Sichuan that may rival Xi’an’s Terracotta Army in significance. Airing Friday, May 8th, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WPBT. Independent Lens: Natchez examines the tension between history and memory in a Mississippi town grappling with its antebellum past, offering a thought-provoking and layered narrative. Airing Monday, May 11th, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. on WPBT and Wednesday, May 13th, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. on WXEL. Discover the life and legacy of a towering intellectual figure in American Masters – W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause, narrated by Viola Davis, highlighting his global impact and role in the Harlem Renaissance. Airing Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WPBT and Thursday, May 28th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. on WXEL. Uncover ancient mysteries in NOVA: Secrets of the Dead – China’s Bronze Kingdom, exploring groundbreaking archaeological discoveries from the ancient Shu kingdom. Airing Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. on WPBT and Thursday, May 28th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. on WXEL. Stories Of Service: In honor of Memorial Day, South Florida PBS presents compelling stories of courage and sacrifice: The Seabees on Iwo Jima, narrated by Jim Nantz, highlights the heroic efforts of U.S. Naval Construction Battalions during one of WWII’s most pivotal battles. Airing Thursday, May 14th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. on WXEL. Waal Crossing: 1944, narrated by Paul Giamatti, chronicles a daring World War II mission led by the 82nd Airborne Division under intense enemy fire. Airing Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. on WPBT and Thursday, May 21st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WXEL. The National Memorial Day Concert returns live from Washington, D.C., honoring fallen heroes, veterans, and military families with powerful performances and tributes. Airing Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. on WPBT and WXELWXEL. Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Finding Your Roots – Larger Than Life traces the family histories of Lea Salonga and Amanda Seyfried, uncovering powerful stories of heritage and identity. Airing Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WPBT and Monday, May 18th, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WXEL. Independent Lens: Light of the Setting Sun explores generational silence and the lingering impact of historical trauma through a Taiwanese American filmmaker’s lens. Airing Monday, May 18th, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. on WPBT and Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on WXEL. Antiques Roadshow – AAPI Heritage Special reveals culturally significant artifacts and deeply personal stories from across Asia and the Pacific. Airing Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. on WPBT and Friday, May 29th, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. on WXELWXEL. Independent Lens: Third Act profiles pioneering filmmaker Robert “Bob” Akira Nakamura and his reflections on identity, legacy, and resilience. Airing Wednesday, May 25th, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. on WXEL. Drama & Entertainment: Sherlock returns in MASTERPIECE: Sherlock Season 3 Premiere, as he reunites with Watson to face new threats in London. Airing Thursday, May 7th, 2026 at 10:30 p.m. on WPBT. Don’t miss Call the Midwife – Season 15 Finale, delivering an emotional farewell and major turning points for beloved characters. Airing Sunday, May 10th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. The Great Escaper on MASTERPIECE, starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson, tells a moving true story of remembrance and reunion among WWII veterans. Airing Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. on WPBT. Additional highlights include Astrid, The Count of Monte Cristo, and binge-worthy favorites like Downton Abbey. Spotlight On Music: This month celebrates the power of music and performance: Great Performances – Now You Hear This: The Composer Is Yoo follows violinist Scott Yoo on a personal journey of composition and cultural discovery. Airing Friday, May 1st, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. on WPBT. Great Performances – Women Suffrage brings the American suffragist movement to life through a powerful Broadway musical. Airing Friday, May 8th, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WPBT. Great Performances – An Evening with Nicole Scherzinger features a stunning live concert from London’s Royal Albert Hall. Airing Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. on WPBT and Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. on WXEL. Kids & Education: South Florida PBS continues to support young learners with engaging, interactive programming and events: Wowsabout, from The Jim Henson Company, inspires curiosity and environmental awareness as young viewers explore Sequoia National Park through engaging puppet storytelling. Every weekend in May tune in for new KIDVISION MISSION Episodes! On WXEL Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and on WPBT, Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Preschool teachers can meet Miss Penny at the Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County’s 8th Annual Early Childcare Professionals Conference on Saturday, May 16th, 2026. Join Miss Penny at the 21st Annual Children’s BookFest on Saturday, May 30th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at West Regional Library. The KidVision Kids Club continues to offer families year-round educational resources, events, and interactive learning experiences designed to spark creativity and discovery. For more content, visit: KidVisionPreK.org . Health Channel Highlights: The Impact of Smartphones on Children’s Health | Ask The Doc explores growing concerns around early smartphone use, including sleep disruption, anxiety, and attention challenges. Weekdays at 12:30 p.m. on the Health Channel. Health News Update examines the connection between gut health and aging, along with new developments in weight loss and smoking cessation. Mondays at 10:00 p.m. on the Health Channel. Stream anytime at: AllHealthTV.com About South Florida PBS: South Florida PBS is Florida’s largest public media company, including Public Broadcasting stations WXEL-TV, serving the Palm Beaches and the Treasure Coast and WPBT2, serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties, and the Health Channel, the only 24/7 channel dedicated to health in the nation. South Florida PBS connects organizations and institutions across our region and preserves South Florida's history. Leading the way in this global society, South Florida PBS is committed to creating and presenting award-winning programs focused on kids, education, arts and culture, health, environment, science, and civic engagement. Highlights include the 36th Annual National Memorial Day Concert live from Washington, D.C. Previous Next