Chileans weigh a new constitution
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.
Women Entering A Sacred Temple Spark Protests In India
Protests erupted across south India after women sneaked into a temple that banned females old enough to menstruate. The temple is part of a debate between gender equality and religious freedom.
The Bolsonaro Era Begins In Brazil
We have the latest on the big political changes taking shape in Brazil under President Jair Bolsonaro, who is in the first week of his new administration.
A Charity That's Not Afraid To Fail
A charity has been helping people in a poor rural area in Bangladesh buy a bus ticket to the nearest city. Now a study suggests the method hasn't actually worked, but the charity is still celebrating.
A Year-End Musical Road Trip With 'Memphis Rent Party' Writer Robert Gordon
We take a year-end musical road trip with Memphis music writer Robert Gordon, who shares some of the stories from his collection of essays "Memphis Rent Party."
Author Of 'The New Childhood' Advises Parents: Don't Panic About Screen Time
NPR's Debbie Elliot speaks with Jordan Shapiro about his new book, "The New Childhood," which explains how children should engage with the digital technology around them.
In 'Turnip Greens And Tortillas,' Atlanta Chef Melds Southern And Mexican Fare
Atlanta chef Eddie Hernandez shares how he has infused the fresh flavors of his native Monterrey, Mexico, with traditions of his adopted South.
Stocks Unsettled By Political Drama, But Broad View Looks Better
U.S. financial markets closed the week quietly after gyrating wildly. Overall, the markets have delivered gains since 2009.
How Environmental Policies Fared In Trump's Cross Hairs In 2018
NPR's Debbie Elliott asks Bloomberg energy reporter Jennifer Dlouhy about the Trump administration's moves to weaken environmental regulations this past year.
Week In Politics: It's All About The Shutdown
The government shutdown drags on with no end in sight after both President Trump and congressional Democrats dug in.