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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Tattoo Shops Hit Hard By COVID-19 Pandemic
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Tiffany Garcia-Mitchell, a tattoo shop owner in California, about the struggle to stay in business during the pandemic.
What The U.S. Can Do To Improve The Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
The rollout of the coronavirus vaccines has been slow and haphazard. But there are a number of steps the U.S. government could take to get more American vaccinated and slow the pandemic.
Checking In On Two COVID-19 'Long Haulers'
Alice Navarro of Austin, Texas, and Barry Neely of Los Angeles discuss how their symptoms have evolved months after contracting COVID-19.
Former 'All Things Considered' Host Robert Siegel Tests Positive For Coronavirus
NPR's Scott Simon asks former All Things Considered host Robert Siegel about Siegel's recent COVID-19 diagnosis.
Trump Clashes With Fellow Republicans As His Presidency Nears Its End
by Tamara Keith
Republicans on Capitol Hill rebuked President Trump over a defense bill this week, and they're poised to clash with him again over the results of the 2020 election.
Reflecting On A Year Of Protests For Racial Justice
by Jon Collins
We look back at how the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and others galvanized the Black Lives Matter protest movement in Minneapolis and across the country.
Politics Chat: Congress Has A Busy Holiday Week
by Ron Elving
A busy holiday for Washington lawmakers, and the first veto override of Donald Trump's one-term presidency. Things will not slow down next week.
Saturday Sports: Ohio State And Alabama To Face Off In National Championship
by Tom Goldman
College football is inching closer to the end of a tumultous year. And 2020 has been a year of firsts for women in major league sports.
Bread Shortages In Sudan Mark A Fragile Period For The Country's Government
by Eyder Peralta
The soaring price of bread led to the toppling of Sudan's long-time dictator, Omar al-Bashir. Now a fragile interim government is in place, and eyes are once again on the rising price of bread.