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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.
Restaurants Work To Keep Diners Fed And Physically Apart
As some restaurants reopen amid the pandemic, the businesses have to contrive ways to keep customers a safe distance from one another.
Reflecting On A Friendship Between A Lion Of Literature And A Critic
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Benjamin Taylor about his memoir, "Here We Are: My Friendship with Philip Roth."
Shades Of Yale Brings Songs From The Black Diaspora To The Virtual Stage
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to a capella singer and Yale sophomore Gabrielle Barnes about how her group has taken concerts online to celebrate college commencement.
WHO Official Discusses Pandemic Ahead Of World Health Assembly
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove as the World Health Organization prepares for its annual meeting, which will take place virtually.
Fresh Out Of Medical School, She Prepares To Go To COVID-19 Hot Spot
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Daniella Concha, who is headed to Presbyterian Hospital in New York City to begin her medical residency.
The Week In Politics: Pandemic Planning
by Ron Elving
Congress has another huge coronavirus economic relief plan. Meanwhile, a former U.S. health official warns of a shrinking window of opportunity to deal with the pandemic before winter.
A Welcome Surprise In The Coronavirus Age
James Ainsworth has been using a wheelchair for 18 years. With everyone using FaceTime and Zoom for work and socializing, he now feels more included.
One Man Describes His Experience In ICE Facility Amid Pandemic
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Nicolas Morales about his recent opinion piece in the LA Times. It documents his experience in an ICE detention facility during the coronavirus pandemic.
Public Health Officials Worry Coronavirus Could Lead To New Overdose Risks
by Yuki Noguchi
The pandemic has disrupted the supply of illegal opioids, making it harder for those addicted to adjust their use.